Photo by PsBrown, 2008Catherine J. Harding, 98, of Waterville, passed away Monday May 2, 2011, in the presence of her family, at the Harding Nursing Home.
She was born October 26, 1912, in Lyons, NY, the daughter of the late Alberto and Sarah Bond Hosford and was a graduate of Irondequoit High School in Rochester. On October 24, 1937, in Lyons, she married Robert M. Harding. A pioneer in long term care, Mrs Harding relocated to Waterville in 1951 with her husband Robert. Together with her mother, they founded the Harding Nursing Home. Mrs. Harding continued her education and received her Licensed Practical Nursing degree from the Utica School of Nursing. She worked as an administrator and LPN at the Harding Nursing Home, now in its fourth generation of family ownership, until her retirement in her 80's.
Mrs. Harding was a member of the United Methodist Church of Waterville, Bell Tower Chapter #188 O.E.S., the Republican Women's Club of Utica, Daughters of the Nile, Waterville Historical Society and the Red Hat Society of Oriskany Falls.
Catherine enjoyed life to the fullest, caring for and supporting her community, work(her hobby), playing bridge, golfing, spending summers at her camp in Richfield Springs and wintering in Arizona.
She is survived by her daughter, Elaine Ralls and her significant other, Ed Anderson of Gilbert, AZ; her son and daughter-in-law, Robert S. and Louise (Sandy) Harding of Waterville; five grandchildren: Patricia Ford (Mike), James Harding (Lisa), Judy Harding-Staelens (Bill), David Ralls (Deborah) and Catherine Ralls. She is also survived by ten great grandchildren; one great-great grandson; and several nieces and nephews including Patricia Hosford, now of Conway, South Carolina. She was predeceased by her husband Robert M. Harding, an infant sister, Leah Hosford; and a brother and sister-in-law, Al and Marion Hosford.
The funeral will be Friday at 10 am at the United Methodist Church of Waterville, with Rev. Dr. Moon Ho Kim officiating. Interment will be in Crown Hill Memorial Park, Kirkland. Calling hours are Thursday from 4-8 pm at the Kloster-Northrop& Bentz Funeral Home, 210 E. Main St., Waterville. Members of the Eastern Star will meet at the funeral home Thursday evening at 6:30 for services.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the entire staff of the Harding Nursing Home for all their wonderful care and compassion.
In support of her strong faith; in lieu of flowers, Catherine has requested donations to the United Methodist Church of Waterville.
Online condolences to www.bentzfuneralhomes.com
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WEDNESDAY MORNING
It's 42 degrees ad raining at 5:20.
Today is RECYCLABLES DAY
WEDNESDAY MORNING
It's 42 degrees ad raining at 5:20.
Today is RECYCLABLES DAY
WKTV's Weather Forecast: A flood watch is in effect for Central New York through Wednesday evening.
A slow moving cold front will bring us unsettled weather for the next several days. The best chance of widespread rain is Tuesday night and early Wednesday. A rumble of thunder is possible this evening.
The front slows down as an area of low pressure passes through. This will bring us another round of rain showers on Wednesday. Rainfall over the next few days could be enough to once again bring rivers and streams above flood stage. We'll keep you posted.
Chilly and unsettled on Thursday, with drier and warmer weather arriving by the weekend."
The North Brookfield Fire Department
will have a
CHICKEN BARBEQUE
on Mother's Day
starting at 11:30 a.m.
Whole: $8.00 ; Half: $5:00
A slow moving cold front will bring us unsettled weather for the next several days. The best chance of widespread rain is Tuesday night and early Wednesday. A rumble of thunder is possible this evening.
The front slows down as an area of low pressure passes through. This will bring us another round of rain showers on Wednesday. Rainfall over the next few days could be enough to once again bring rivers and streams above flood stage. We'll keep you posted.
Chilly and unsettled on Thursday, with drier and warmer weather arriving by the weekend."
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Waterville Tee-Ball & Minor League
Sign-ups!!
Saturday, May 7, 2011,
9:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M.
@ MPS Ballfield.
Please bring a copy of Birth Certificate
and $25.00 Registration Fee
Must be 4 years old on or before 4/30/11
For more information please call Kristine Prindle 430 - 0253
or Jody Barnes 725 - 5639
Pitch, hit and run registration may be returned to school
or brought to competition Saturday, 5/7 @ 9 a.m.
Waterville Tee-Ball & Minor LeagueSign-ups!!
Saturday, May 7, 2011,
9:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M.
@ MPS Ballfield.
Please bring a copy of Birth Certificate
and $25.00 Registration Fee
Must be 4 years old on or before 4/30/11
For more information please call Kristine Prindle 430 - 0253
or Jody Barnes 725 - 5639
Pitch, hit and run registration may be returned to school
or brought to competition Saturday, 5/7 @ 9 a.m.
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The North Brookfield Fire Department
will have a
CHICKEN BARBEQUE
on Mother's Day
starting at 11:30 a.m.
Whole: $8.00 ; Half: $5:00
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WCS SPORTS TODAY
Wednesday,
May 4 2011
4:30PM
Boys VARSITY BASEBALL
Sherburne Earlville High School
@ Waterville Central School
Waterville H S Baseball
4:30PM
Boys MODIFIED BASEBALL
Waterville Central School
@ Sherburne Earlville High School
SE Lower Baseball field
4:30PM
Girls VARSITY SOFTBALL
Sherburne Earlville High School
@ Waterville Central School
Waterville H S Softball #1
4:30PM
Girls MODIFIED SOFTBALL
Waterville Central School
@ Sherburne Earlville High School
MS/HS Softball field
4:30PM
Boys VARSITY TENNIS
Waterville Central School
@ Hamilton Central School
Colgate Univ. Tennis Courts
4:30PM
Boys VARSITY TRACK AND FIELD
Owen D Young High School
@ Waterville Central School
Waterville H S Track
4:30PM
Boys VARSITY TRACK AND FIELD
Town Of Webb School District
@ Waterville Central School
Waterville H S Track
4:30PM
Girls VARSITY TRACK AND FIELD
Owen D Young High School
@ Waterville Central School
Waterville H S Track
4:30PM
Girls VARSITY TRACK AND FIELD
Town Of Webb School District
@ Waterville Central School
Waterville H S Track
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May 4 2011
4:30PM
Boys VARSITY BASEBALL
Sherburne Earlville High School
@ Waterville Central School
Waterville H S Baseball
4:30PM
Boys MODIFIED BASEBALL
Waterville Central School
@ Sherburne Earlville High School
SE Lower Baseball field
4:30PM
Girls VARSITY SOFTBALL
Sherburne Earlville High School
@ Waterville Central School
Waterville H S Softball #1
4:30PM
Girls MODIFIED SOFTBALL
Waterville Central School
@ Sherburne Earlville High School
MS/HS Softball field
4:30PM
Boys VARSITY TENNIS
Waterville Central School
@ Hamilton Central School
Colgate Univ. Tennis Courts
4:30PM
Boys VARSITY TRACK AND FIELD
Owen D Young High School
@ Waterville Central School
Waterville H S Track
4:30PM
Boys VARSITY TRACK AND FIELD
Town Of Webb School District
@ Waterville Central School
Waterville H S Track
4:30PM
Girls VARSITY TRACK AND FIELD
Owen D Young High School
@ Waterville Central School
Waterville H S Track
4:30PM
Girls VARSITY TRACK AND FIELD
Town Of Webb School District
@ Waterville Central School
Waterville H S Track
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I do hate it when, at a little after five o'clock in the morning, and while it's still dark outdoors, I pour my coffee, wake up my computer, fire up Blogspot and Photoshop, and reach for my camera only to find that it's not where it's supposed to be --- and I realize that it's still in my car!
Fortunately, I have options: a few photos from past years AND some new flower studies - "Up Close and Personal" - from Jody!
About two weeks ago Jody gave us a photo of Blue Cohosh, just starting to unfurl its leaves. This (from Wildflowers of New York, Homer House, 1918) is what the plant look like, now. The "flowers" are barely larger than a pea, but take a closer look!
(Click the image!)
"Adder's tongue," "Trout Lily" or "Dog-toothed Violet" is also quite small.
But ......... click again!
This is the most amazing of all ...........
"Spring Beauty" is just about the smallest of early wild blooms:
barely this large,
......... look at this new photo by Jody. (Click!)
Thank you, Jody!
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In the packet of pictures that he sent to me there also was this picture of a Ruffed Grouse.
That reminded me of the time that I nearly stepped on this camouflaged baby, a few years ago!
Fortunately, I have options: a few photos from past years AND some new flower studies - "Up Close and Personal" - from Jody!
Remember when?
Hops are up, and now is the time to divide roots.
While most wildflowers, and even daffodils and tulips seem to be running about two weeks late, this Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) on White Street is nearly on schedule!
From the same family, Dicentra cucullaria or "Dutchmen's Breeches" is blooming in the woods on Green Road.
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About two weeks ago Jody gave us a photo of Blue Cohosh, just starting to unfurl its leaves. This (from Wildflowers of New York, Homer House, 1918) is what the plant look like, now. The "flowers" are barely larger than a pea, but take a closer look!
(Click the image!)
"Adder's tongue," "Trout Lily" or "Dog-toothed Violet" is also quite small.
But ......... click again!This is the most amazing of all ...........
"Spring Beauty" is just about the smallest of early wild blooms:
barely this large,
......... look at this new photo by Jody. (Click!)Thank you, Jody!
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In the packet of pictures that he sent to me there also was this picture of a Ruffed Grouse.
Perfect "Camo!"
That reminded me of the time that I nearly stepped on this camouflaged baby, a few years ago!
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FOR YOUR CALENDAR
A Public Hearing on the WCS 2011 - 2012 Budget
will be held on Tuesday, May 10th beginning at 6:30 p.m.
in the High School Auditorium.
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Special for Jody!
A Public Hearing on the WCS 2011 - 2012 Budget
will be held on Tuesday, May 10th beginning at 6:30 p.m.
in the High School Auditorium.
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Special for Jody!
Trenton Falls Scenic Trails will be open from 9:00 - 5:00 on May 14 & 15.
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I'll add my photos from yesterday later this morning!
Have a great day, everyone!
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I'll add my photos from yesterday later this morning!
Have a great day, everyone!
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