Mr. Tim Manchester

Let us remember the life of Tim Manchester, 62, son of the Rev. Avery Manchester, retired elder of the New York Conference. Tim was killed in a tragic bicycling accident in Dar Es Salamm, Tanzania. The Rev. Robert Walker, a successor to Avery at the First Church of Round Hill, said of Tim, “He was a remarkable man, filled with life and love. I cherish the two days I spent with Tim in 2006 in Dar. He was the consummate guide. He loved the people of Tanzania and was loved in...

The Reverend Dr. Richard E. Smeltzer

Let us remember with thanksgiving the life and ministry of the Rev. Dr. Richard E. Smeltzer, who died yesterday April 28, 2013, in Maryland. Born on November 11, 1926, Dick was 86 years old at the time of his death. Dolores, his beloved wife, died in January, 1995. They are the parents of six children: Debra Smeltzer Seegers, Jeffrey Smeltzer, Gerald Smeltzer, Janet Smeltzer Scott, Kathleen Smeltzer Wilhelm and Carolyn Smeltzer Slatch. Dick was a faithful follower of Christ, serving his Lord...

The Reverend Poong Ro Cha

The Rev. Dr. Poong Ro Cha, 82, of Morristown, NJ, died on March 27, 2013 after having faithfully served God as an ordained minister for 57 years. Poong Ro Cha was born in Shin-Chang, Korea in 1930. Rev. Cha was ordained an elder in the Korean Methodist Church in 1956. His ministry in Korea included service as an army chaplain (’56-’60); director of the Wonju Christian Center, Wonju, Korea (’60-‘66); and professor at the Methodist Theological Seminary in Seoul, Korea...

Mr. Mack Logan, Jr.

Let us remember Mr. Mack Logan, Jr., spouse of the Rev. Bernadette Logan, pastor of Union UMC, South Ozone Park. Brother Logan died on February 14th. He is survived by his dear wife Bernadette, three daughters, LaShawna Logan, Lathishia Towles, Shakita Logan-Goodwin, a son, Mack Logan, III, and four grandchildren. Pastor Logan describes her husband as “a faithful servant of God who was in ministry with his wife.” The family has made the following arrangements for his Home Going...

Mrs. Marian Linn Wright

Marian Linn Wright, 93, widow of the Reverend Robert Roy Wright, died on February 13, 2013 at Asbury Towers Retirement Community in Greencastle, Indiana where she resided for the past five years. She was born on June 24, 1919 in Craig, Nebraska. Marian graduated from Barnard College in 1941 with a bachelor of history degree and Teachers College, Columbia University in 1942 with a master's in education. She was a high school history teacher in Northport, New York and married her husband, Rev....

The Reverend Frederick D. Savage

Let us remember the Reverend Frederick D. Savage who “entered into glory” on February 5, 2013 at the age of 92 years. An avid traveler and outdoorsman, he was the beloved husband of Isabelle Gardner and Ann Sheriff. He is survived by his children Rev. Arthur Savage and Linda Weber, five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and was pre-deceased by grandson Joshua Weber. Through the Church of the Nazarene, Frederick Savage served as a missionary in China for one year and Japan...

The Reverend Lucile C. Hill

Let us remember with thanksgiving the Reverend Lucile C. Hill who died peacefully on Friday, January 25, 2013 at the age of 68. Lucile was born in Chester, PA on October 2, 1944. She was ordained a Full Elder in The United Methodist Church in 2007. Rev. Hill faithfully served Long Island People’s UMC as a Provisionary Member from 2004 through 2008 and Epworth UMC in Bronx, NY from 2008 until her death. During her illness, her husband Rev. Ellis Hill assisted with her duties at Epworth...

The Reverend Dr. William Marcus James

Let us remember with thanksgiving the life of the Reverend Dr. William Marcus James who died peacefully on January 18, 2013 at 97 years of age. Rev. James was born in Mississippi on June 4, 1915. He received his license to preach in Lexington, KY in 1936 and was ordained a deacon in the South Indiana Conference in 1938. In 1940 Rev. James was ordained Elder in the New York Conference and was appointed to East Calvary (Harlem) the same year. In 1944 he was appointed to the Trinity (Morrisania)...

The Reverend Gerard B. Pollock

Let us remember the Reverend Gerard B. Pollock who died peacefully on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at the age of 80 after a brief illness. Gerry, as he was known by all, was the son of Michael and Beatrice Windram Pollock of Brooklyn, NY born on September 12, 1932. Gerry attended Tilden High School, the Stony Brook School, Houghton College and seminaries at Alfred University, Boston University and the Hartford Theological Seminary. In 1964, Gerry was ordained a pastor in The United Methodist...

Mrs. Judith-Ann (Clamser) Grant

with thanksgiving Judith-Ann (Clamser) Grant, widow of the Rev. Howard L. Grant who died in 2005. Judy died on January 4, 2013 at home. Born October 30, 1941 in Brooklyn, NY, Judy graduated from Grover Cleveland High School, Queens, as well from the New York Institute of Finance, Manhattan. While married to each other, Howard was appointed to the Glendale and Katonah churches in New York; she lived in Glastonbury, CT for the past 20 years. Judy was an active member of the Wethersfield...

The Reverend David P. VerNooy

The Rev. David P. VerNooy, age 83, passed away at home on December 22, 2012 after a long illness. He was a United Methodist pastor receiving Deacons and Elders Orders through the New York Conference. David served the following churches in New York State: Brooklyn: Bethany, Springfield Gardens, Brooklyn: Sheepshead Bay, Mt. Vernon: Chester Hill, Mt. Vernon: First, Seaford, and Manhattan: Metropolitan Duane, Peekskill, and retired in 1993. After retirement he was active in Christ Church, Beacon,...

Mrs. Kathryn Jean (Paine) Lee

Kathryn Jean (Paine) Lee died peacefully on December 21, 2012 at the age of 72. Her gentle smile and inspirational music will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Kathy began her musical journey at the age of 3, picking out radio tunes on the piano; she earned a BA in Music; a Master of Sacred Music and a Master of Library Science. Kathy held deep religious convictions and shared her talent with several churches as music director. Kathy was the widow of the Rev. Charles...

The Reverend Wilbert Taylor Bradley

The Reverend Wilbert Taylor Bradley, age 73, a Retired Elder of the New York Conference died on December 20, 2012. “Bert” is survived by his wife, Josephine; son, David T. and his wife Beth; and his beloved grandchildren, Taylor and Dylan T. Bradley. He was predeceased by his son Paul T. Bradley. Reverend Bradley faithfully served the Searing-Roslyn Church for 28 years, from 1983 until his retirement in 2011. Prior service included appointments to Napanoch & Ulster Heights;...

The Reverend Wilbert Taylor Bradley

Notice of the death of Wilbert Taylor Bradley, age 73, was received in this office yesterday afternoon. The Rev. Bradley, a Retired Elder of the New York Conference died on December 20, 2012. Calling hours at the Weigand Brothers Funeral Home, 49 Hillside Avenue, Williston Park, NY will be held today, Saturday, December 22, 2012 7-9 pm, and tomorrow, Sunday, December 23 2-4 and 7-9 pm. The Service of Death and Resurrection is planned for Monday, December 24 10:00 am at the Searling-Roslyn...

The Reverend E. Grace Soltis

Notice of the death of the Rev. Grace Soltis was received in this office within the past hour. A memorial service will be held at the Wesley Heights Chapel, 580 Long Hill Avenue in Shelton, CT tomorrow (Friday, December 21) at 1 p.m. This brief notice is provided for those who can arrange to attend the service; the complete “Let Us Remember” notice will be mailed next week....

The Reverend E. Grace Soltis

Let us remember the Reverend Edna Grace Soltis, age 69, who finished her course in faith on December 17, 2012. Rev. Soltis received Deacon’s Orders and became a Provisional Member of the New York Conference in 1986, followed by Full Membership with Elder’s Orders in 1989. Grace served Christ and his church through appointments to the Cairo, South Cairo & Round Top churches in New York (1988-1997) and Waterbury, CT (1997-2000). She went on disability leave in 2000 and retired...

Mrs. Anna Mirabelli

Anna Mirabelli was born in 1924 and was 88 years old when she died on December 17, 2012. Anna was the widow of Rev. Bobbie Rousch. Anna and Pastor Rousch had three children, Bradley Rousch, Susan Albert and Bobbie M. Rousch. Bobbie Rousch was a full-time local pastor who served from 1971-1980 at the following churches: Rock Hill, Wurtsboro & Phillipsport: Manakating; East Branch, Fish's Eddy & Harvard; and Newburg: Gardnertown. Following Pastor Bobbie's death in 1980, Anna was married...

The Reverend Charles W. Cheeseman

Charles W. Cheeseman received the gift of life on July 8, 1941 and finished his course in faith at the age of 71 on Sunday, December 16, 2012. Rev. Cheeseman is survived by his wife of 11 years, Patricia Cheeseman, five children: Robin Bianculli, Pauline Thalmann, Andrew Cheeseman, Chuck Cheeseman and Michael Ippolito, as well as eleven grandchildren and six great grandchildren. He was an accomplished watercolor artist who shared his talent with his grandchildren. He also was a gifted...

The Reverend Lyman Palmer Taylor

The Reverend Lyman Palmer Taylor, age 87, finished his course in faith on December 12, 2012, in Derby, CT. Reverend Taylor, affectionately known as “Bud,” was born in Volant, PA on July 10, 1925, son of the late Palmer and Bessie (Cogswell) Taylor, and has been a Shelton resident since 1990. He graduated from Westminster College and Drew Theological Seminary. Bud entered the ministry through the Erie Conference, immediately serving as a short-term missionary in Korea (until the day...

The Reverend Seaborn Benjamin Gay

The Reverend Seaborn Benjamin Gay was born on October 26, 1925 to the late Annie Amelia Gay in Ellaville, Georgia, and finished his course in faith on December 7, 2012. A graduate of Ellaville Colored High School, Mr. Gay went on to Morris Brown College, Atlanta, Georgia, earning a BA Degree in 1950. Seaborn served in the United States Air Force, 1951-1955, and 1961-1964. In the years 1956-1959 he attended Gammon Theological Seminary, Atlanta, earning a Bachelor of Divinity Degree; he was...