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[ In Memoriam ]

Nathan T. Corwin III New York, Pennsylvania and Florida. John started as a rodman on a
1964-2026 survey crew and worked his way up to crew chief, director of surveying
and eventually Partner and Executive Vice President of Krehbiel
Nathan T. Corwin III of Riverhead died Feb. 25, 2026, at Westhampton Associates, Inc.
Care Center. He was 61 years old.
John’s professional and philanthropic affiliations were many. At
Born June 27, 1964, in Riverhead, he was the son of Nathan Corwin different times he served as the president of the Niagara Frontier
Jr. and Leslie (Bergen) Corwin. A lifelong resident of Riverhead, he Land Surveyors Association, the New York State Association of
graduated from Plattsburgh College in 1987 and worked for many Professional Land Surveyors, as well as the Niagara County Builders
years as a surveyor, owning Nathan T. Corwin III Land Surveyors Association. He also served on the Board of Directors of the Rotary
in Jamesport. He was also a member of the 3rd New York Regiment Club of Kenmore.
Revolutionary War reenactment group.
John will be missed by the many people whose lives he touched. The
His family said he loved surveying and sailing and devoted much of his family would like to give a special thanks to John’s wonderful neighbors
time to helping others in recovery, offering support and guidance to who were selfless in looking out for Dad in his later years. It allowed
those in need. He was married to Elisa Corwin for 35 years. him to stay in his beloved home for as long as was possible.
He is survived by his wife, Elisa; his daughters, Alar Paul (Steven) and Ardis A celebration of life event for John will be scheduled for early this
Corwin; his mother, Leslie Corwin; his brother, Brian Corwin; his sister, summer. Please provide contact information to any member of the
Melissa Silverman; and one grandson. family if you would like to be included in that event. Also, in lieu
The family received visitors March 2 at McLaughlin Heppner Funeral of flowers the family would ask that donations be made instead to
Home in Riverhead. A funeral service was held Tuesday, March 3 at the VA Western New York Healthcare System (https://www.va.gov/
Baiting Hollow Congregational ChurchMemorial donations may be western-new-york-health-care/work-with-us/volunteer-or-donate/).
made at hallockville.org. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.
DenglerRobertsPernaKenmore.com
John R. Ennis
1933-2026 Apolonio (Polly) Q. Agujo

John Robert Ennis passed away on the evening of 1954-2026
March 3, 2026. Apolonio (Polly) Q. Agujo, born on March 8, 1954,
in Isabela, Negros Occidental, Philippines, passed
A long-time resident of the Town of Tonawanda, John
was born on February 2, 1933, in Buffalo’s Sisters Hospital to John away peacefully on March 19, 2026.
Joseph Ennis and Theresa Lorretta Schumaker. John was a member of Polly was a dedicated and hardworking land surveyor who took great
the Kenmore West Senior High School graduating class of 1950. pride in his profession. In 1999, he founded A. Agujo Surveying, Inc.,
While stationed at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, John building a company that became not only his life’s work but also a
married Charlene Boyd Gibson on February 29, 1952. John and legacy for his family. He worked closely with his sons, instilling in them
Charlene (deceased) are both survived by their five children, Glenda the same values of discipline, pride, and commitment.
Diane Ennis Ranallo (Jake Kuss), Robert Roehl Ennis (Charyle Duke He was known for his warm and outgoing personality. Polly loved
Dollins), William Taylor Ennis (Marcia Shumway Ennis), Nancy connecting with people, sharing stories, and filling any room with
Irene Locke Ennis Brown (Nathan Brown, deceased), and Michael his big, boisterous laugh. He was incredibly generous, always ready
Joseph Ennis (Mary Beth Doster Ennis). He is also survived by 14 to support his family in times of need, offering both guidance and
grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. financial help whenever it was needed most.

John married Nancy Knochenhauer (deceased) on May 18, 1973, in Polly found great joy in life’s simple and meaningful moments. He
the Town of Tonawanda, New York. John is survived by stepdaughters, loved traveling back to the Philippines, especially visiting his childhood
Cynthia Steiger Beery (Dewayne Beery, deceased), Marcia Steiger provinces of Batangas and Isabela. He had a deep love for his family,
Groff (Edward Peters), Dawn Steiger (Greg Goodridge), three step- his dogs—especially Kai—and enjoyed good food and good company.
grandchildren and five step-great-grandchildren. Above all, Polly was a devoted husband, a loving father, and an amazing
John was predeceased by his brothers Kenneth Ennis and Harry Ennis. grandfather. He was deeply involved in the lives of his children and took
John is survived by his brother Richard Ennis, and beloved nieces and great pride in working alongside them. He cherished every moment
nephews Beverly, Richard, Kimberly, Tracy, Robin, Dawn and Gregory. spent with his grandson Ashton and was a proud “granddogparent”
Nephew David Ennis predeceased John in 2024. to Kai.
From 1950 to 1953 John served in the Air Force and was stationed at He is survived by his wife, Helen; his sons, Aldwin and Paul; his beloved
San Antonio, Texas and Rapid City, South Dakota. He completed his grandson, Ashton; and his sisters, Fanny and Ched.
military career with the rank of Sergeant. Polly’s legacy of hard work, generosity, and love for family will live on
Following his military service, John became a Land Surveyor. through all who knew and loved him.
Throughout his career as a surveyor, John was licensed in the states of
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