Mourns

Community Mourns Passing of Renowned Jefferson County Judge and Public Servant, Lee Clary

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Watertown, NY — Former Jefferson County Court Judge Lee Clary, known for his profound impact on the local community and legal field, passed away at the age of 86. His death was confirmed to have occurred peacefully at Samaritan Medical Center last Thursday. Born on October 13, 1937, in Geneva, New York, Clary was a lifelong advocate for justice and public service. After earning a philosophy degree from St. Bernard’s Seminary in Rochester and completing his legal studies at Syracuse University, where he met his future wife, Shirley A. McDonald, Clary embarked on a distinguished … Read more

Aurora Mourns the Passing of Beloved Attorney and Educator David Benjamin, Husband of Mayor Ann Womer Benjamin

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Aurora, Ohio – Community members and leaders are mourning the loss of David Benjamin, a distinguished attorney and professor, who passed away on July 8 at his Aurora home. Benjamin, who was the spouse of Aurora Mayor Ann Womer Benjamin, has been widely acclaimed for his robust contributions to education and law, as well as his community service. Benjamin’s legacy encompasses a lifelong dedication to law, teaching, and volunteering. He was not only an active legal professional but also imparted his expertise at prominent institutions such as Case Western Reserve University, University of Akron, and … Read more

Utah Mourns the Loss of Judge Raymond Uno, Civil Rights Trailblazer and Beloved Jurist

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SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Raymond S. Uno, the first minority judge in Utah’s history, passed away at the age of 93. Uno’s legacy extends beyond his judicial career as he was also a civil rights activist and a prominent figure in the legal community. Before his tenure as a judge in Utah’s 3rd District Court, Uno had an esteemed legal career. He served as a Deputy Salt Lake County Attorney, Assistant Utah Attorney General, and also worked in a private law firm. Uno’s expertise and dedication to the law earned him respect and admiration … Read more