Conesus: At age 81, Howard passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on June 27, 2020. He was born in Ulysses, PA to the late Howard and Elnora (Johnson) Ransom. Howard was predeceased by his brother and sister-in-law; Robert (Paula) Ransom, his brothers-in-law; Robert McAllister, Walter Nesbit, his sister-in-law; Nancy Sutley, his grandchildren; Jonas Kevin Ransom, Sarah E. Stewart, son-in-law, Fred I. Robinson. Survived by his beloved wife of 63 years; Patricia Ransom, his children; Kevin (Alicia) Ransom, Karen Simpson (Daniel MacNeill), Kathy Robinson, Kernon (Crystal) Ransom, Kerwin (Lori Ann) Ransom, and Karla Ransom (Donald Shear), his brother; Dale (Georgia) Ransom, his sister-in-law; Frances McAllister, his brother-in-law; Michael Sutley, his 20 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren, and 4 great, great grandchildren, along with several nieces, nephews, and friends.
Howard was a graduate of Northern Potter Joint High School in Ulysses, PA. Howard had a passion for dairy farming that he carried with him through out his life. In 1993, Howard and Patricia purchased the Whitesville Grocery Store and ran it for 16 years. They were known for their Beef on Weck and Beef Jerky. Howard also had a passion for serving his community, he was Fire Police for both the Whitesville Fire Department and the Conesus Fire Department, a member of the Conesus Planning Board and was named Town of Conesus “Senior Citizen of the Year.” Howard cherished his relationship with the Lord and loved to sing hymns, he could even tell you the exact page to find the hymn. When his health became a bit more serious, Howard purchased a bus that provided him with the freedom and opportunity to still travel as well as being home with his family. “Encyclopedia Howard” knew the answer to just about anything you could ask him. Howard will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
A private gathering will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Livonia Emergency Medical Services, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY 14487 or to the Conesus Fire Department, 6073 S. Livonia Road, Conesus, NY 14435. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Dear Pat, Kevin, Karen, Kathy, Kernon, Kerwin and Karla and families. So sorry to hear about Howard’s passing. I Have many great memories of him through the years. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. I hope your lifetime of memories will carry you through as well as your strength in family.
Dear Kevin and Alica, My sympathy is with you now and may your faith in God be a comfort to you now,
So sorry to hear of Gene’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you (the family).
To everyone in the Ransom family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.Having been a part of this wonderful family for more than 16 years we have wonderful memories of “Dad” his advice, his sharing of experiences, and his wonderful laughter. He had a great sense of humor, he was showing Ronnie how to put in a circuit breaker in the main box and Ronnie asked if he would get shocked, Dad’s reply was, “I don’t think so”. He was a big man with a big heart and we will miss him greatly. Carol, Ronnie, Brittany, Racheal.
Our ,thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Peace and love,
Jerry and Charlotte
We are so very sorry to hear about Howard’s passing. He was a wonderful man and we know he left a wonderful legacy to his family. It is good to know that he is resting in the arms of our Lord, whole and happy. May God bless his family and give them strength through these difficult times. With prayers and much love…Dan and Vanessa
Dear Ransom family. I am very sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to support you through this time. God Bless you and keep you safe. Peace. Turi
To Pat and family: It is a terrible sorrow to lose your husband, father and grandfather and we grieve with you. What a blessing to have had such a good man in your life! I pray that God gives you comfort for the days to ahead, faith to sustain you and the peace that passes all understanding. Much love, Barb and Keith McClain
Patty and family we are so saddened to learn that Gene passed away…he will be missed by so many that knew him…I hope you can take comfort knowing he is no longer ill and in pain…our loving thoughts and prayers to you all…take care Patty and God Bless you
Howard came to Conesus a decade or so ago, and with Pat, promptly became a pillar of our community – Fire Department, church, town government, Senior Citizens Club – any place he could contribute. His common sense, wisdom, and gregarious spirit set an example that was hard to match. And Pat was there every step of the way, a remarkable life partner and a tireless civic contributor – and later Howard’s rock and advocate. Rest in peace, Howard; your eternal reward is well-earned.
Kernon, I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Memories are a wonderful thing. With memories of you father comes his teachings, the good times, the funny sayings, his quirky ways.
Memories are a wonderful thing for with them your father still lives.Remember.
Kernon and Ranson family we pray the sun warms your face when you have thoughts of your dad.
he had a great sense of humor and good heart; hope he did not suffer
My heart is heavy having read this sad news. Prayers and condolences to you and yours. Ned and Carolyn Spiller
Very sorry for your family’s loss. I’m sure you have many wonderful memories. May God speed your recovery.
I’m so sorry to hear of Gene’s passing. He was such a big part of our lives in Whitesville and my family has missed him since he left. May God comfort all of his loving family during this time.
My condolences to Howard‘s family.
We are so sorry at the passing of Gene. He was a great part of our town and the Whitesville Grocery. Me he be a peace in God’s arms. Love, Diane and Lynn