Published 3/31/02

Franklin Falls — Francis L. Whisher, 86, of Franklin Falls, Bloomingdale, died Friday, March 29, 2002, at his home near Franklin Falls.

He was born on June 18, 1915, in AuSable Forks, the son of Alfred and Mary (Kyea) Whisher.

Mr. Whisher attended school in AuSable Forks and was a mechanic for over 50 years, having his own business in Bloomingdale for a good number of these years. He finished his career working at the former Plattsburgh Air Force Base, where he retired as a "master" mechanic.

He was an avid stock car enthusiast in his middle years, having his own stock car, which he often secretly drove without his wife's knowledge. His home gardening skills were not only exceptional but also respected by many. His greatest feat was to get a Hubbard squash vine to climb an apple tree and suspend a 40 pound squash to the marvel of passers-by. Being a lover of animals, his two dogs and a cat will miss his unconditional love and affection.

Francis was known for his dry wit and love of a good joke. He was a quiet man of few words, but when he spoke, folks were attentive of his special, chosen words. He said so much with so few words. He will be remembered by many who knew him for his sincerity, honesty and kindness.

Survivors include his wife of nearly 65 years, Phoebe (Snow) Whisher, also of Franklin Falls; a son, Jeffrey T. Whisher and daughter-in-law, Amy (Keough) Whisher of Franklin Falls; a daughter, Linda and son-in-law Nonnan McCasland of Lake Placid; his granddaughters, Jessica M. Whisher of Manlius, Roberta Bates of Lake Placid and Deborah Bates of Bloomingdale; two sisters, Sara Severance of Peru and Gladys Folan of Keeseville; three grandchildren, Courtney, Kayla and Christina; and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by two brothers, Ezra and Joseph; and three sisters, Marion, Bertha and Rita.

Calling hours will take place at the Fortune-Keough Funeral Home in Saranac Lake on Tuesday, April 2, 2002, from 2 to 4 p.m. A funeral service will immediately follow calling hours at 4 p.m. at the funeral home, with Deacon Fred Madder officiating. Interment will be in Holy Name Cemetery in AuSable Forks in May.

Friends wishing to remember Mr. Whisher may make memorial contributions to the American Heart Association in care of the funeral home.

Keeseville — Dora L. Bresette, 80, of Clinton Street, Keeseville, died Friday, March 29, 2002, at her home.

She was born in Keeseville on Nov. 4, 1921, the daughter of Perry and Bessi (Gladeau) Hackett.

Mrs. Bresette was a member of the Keeseville VFW Post 1505 Ladies Auxiliary.

She enjoyed watching auto racing with her family.

Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Phyllis J. and James Hawkins of Rochester; nine sons and five daughters-in-law, Donald H. Bresette and John W. and Kathy Bresett, all of Keeseville, Reginald L. and Sandra Bressette of Westville, Jerry A. and Linda Bressette of Watertown, Richard B. and Jean Bresette of Keeseville, Robert P. and Gina Bresette of Port Kent, Joey Bresette, David B. Bresette and Michael J. Bresette, all of Keeseville; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Anna Yates of North Carolina and Pauline and Barney Barnard of New Hampshire; and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her parents; husband, John; one son, Edward; and two daughters, Peggy Ann Bresette and Mary Bresette.

Calling hours will be held Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hamilton Funeral Home in Keeseville. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at St. John's Church in Keeseville with Rev. Garvin Demarais, pastor, celebrating. Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery in Keeseville.

Donations in her memory may be made to the St. John's Church Building Fund.

Plattsburgh — Mrs. Dorothy J. "Dot" Jolly, 77 of Wildwood Estates, passed away Friday, March 29, 2002, at the Meadowbrook Health Care Facility.

She was born in Edwards, N.Y., on March 27, 1925, the daughter of Glen and Jane (Rowe) Willard.

Dorothy was a dedicated employee, having worked at Diamond International Corp. and retired from Packaging Corp. in 1990. She worked for more than 20 years, never missing a day for any reason. She enjoyed sewing, cooking, quilting, spending time with her grandchildren and her cat, Okie.

Dorothy was predeceased by her parents; her husband Eldred; a son Douglas; and several brothers and sisters.

She is survived by four sons and two daughters-in-law, Thomas and Louise Jolly of Plattsburgh, Richard Jolly of Latham, David Jolly of Carlsbad, Calif., and Edward and Carol Jolly of Morrisonville; a daughter and son-in-law, Jackie and Don Neddo of Waterford; one brother and a sister-in-law, Fred and Sarah Willard of Spokane, Wash.; five grandchildren, Anna, Alice, Dean, Benjamin and Jessica; and several nieces and nephews.

There will be no calling hours. A funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. Graveside services will be held at Riverside Cemetery at a date and time to be announced.

Arrangements are by the Brown Funeral Home in Plattsburgh.

Friends wishing may make donations to Activities Department at Meadowbrook Health Care Facility.