Kathy Harlec

Kathy A. Harlec (Bogart), 62, of Vestal, New York, passed away Wednesday morning, August 27, 2025, at Wilson Hospital surrounded by family. She was predeceased by her father, Samuel L. Bogart, mother, Beverly J. Bogart, cousin, Alan M. Scott, and Yazzi, her one and only baby. She is survived by her sisters and brothers in law: Mary-Jo and Bill Wilson, Carol McGowan, Robin and Lenny Barber, Terri "TJ" and Rich Gorick, and Wendy and Kevin Marrotte; aunt and uncle: Elma and Charlie; nephews, nieces in law, and their children: Darek and Casey McGowan, Justin and Angeline McGowan; Sean and Megan Wilson; and nieces and nephews: Renae Barber, Austin Gorick, and Lindsay Barber.

Kathy knew what she loved and loved it a lot; the Cowboys, the Yankees, Snoopy, minions, AC/DC. Camping with family and friends, gathering around a cozy campfire. Joy in art and plants - the ones that look pretty and the recreational medicinal kind. She loved having and making fun for herself and others. Her loved ones will miss her hugs, amazing chocolate chip cookies, her Aunt Elma's favorite cheesecake, and annual trips to Baltimore.

Most of all, we will simply miss her. Her smiles, her laughs, her confidence to be 100% who she was, 90% bitch and 10% sweetheart, and own it.

Kathy's family invites you to a celebration of her life taking place from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at American Legion Post 1645, 177 Robinson St, Binghamton, NY 13904) . Use the red door entrance. Come as you are, stay as long as you'd like. Whether it's a couple minutes or a couple hours, with good food and good company. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to a local animal shelter in honor of Kathy's love for animals and Yazzi, her beloved fur baby. To forward condolences please visit www.demunn.com. Arrangements for the family are directed by the DeMunn Funeral Home and Cremation Service.