Obituaries

Mitchell Alan James

Mitchell Alan James

May 19, 2021

Mitchell Alan James, 48, of Vestal, passed away much too soon on May 19, 2021. Mitch is survived by his loving parents, David and Nancy James of Vestal, his sister Susan Snead, her husband Travis and their daughter Ella. He was loved by many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Mitch was a graduate of Vestal High School and SUNY Broome. He...

Dolores Kunz Porter

Dolores Kunz Porter

May 19, 2021

Dolores “Dee” Kunz Porter, 94, of Town of Chenango, passed on to be with her Lord on May 29, 2021 at her home. Dee was born November 20, 1926 in Schenectady the daughter of Harry and Johanna Guyon. Dee is survived by two daughters; Leslie Spano and Holly Dexter, son Louis Kunz, granddaughters Meridee Campbell, Mariel Russell, Elizabeth Dexter, grandsons...

Paul C Demoski

Paul C Demoski

May 8, 2021

Paul C. Demoski, 87, was reunited with his beloved wife as a Mother’s Day gift to her Saturday, May 8, 2021 with his family by his side. Paul was predeceased by his loving wife Shirley, his sister Catherine Holden, sons-in-law Lance Holbrook, and John Benson. Paul is survived by his children; Paula Holbrook of Spring Hill, Fla., Ken and Judy...

Mary M Steen

Mary M Steen

May 8, 2021

On Saturday May 8th, Mary M Steen of Binghamton, NY died of abdominal cancer. She was 63 years old. Mary is survived by her husband James Steen; their children, Jerome Steen and Joshua Steen; and siblings Joseph VanAtta of Binghamton, Anna Lott of Binghamton and Michael VanAtta of Chenango Bridge. She was preceded in death by her parents Paul and...

Kelsey N Siler

Kelsey N Siler

May 8, 2021

Kelsey N. Siler, 31, of Binghamton, New York passed away on May 8, 2021 after a long struggle with addiction. She was predeceased by her grandmothers Linda Najarian and Gloria Spry. She is survived by her Parents Robert and Kim Siler, her children Keyana Battle and Adrien Siler, her brothers Matt Najarian and William Fotte, her aunts Tracy Sager, Kelly...

Rose Young-Stewart

Rose Young-Stewart

May 2, 2021

Rose Young-Stewart of Whitney Point, NY, formerly of Quincy, Mass, passed away at Lourdes Hospital on May 2, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer. Rose, born November 1, 1942. Rose grew up in Quincy and graduated from Quincy High School 1961 and received her Nursing Degree later in life. Rose was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved...

Linda Burke

Linda Burke

Apr 29, 2021

Beloved wife and mother, Linda G. Burke, 75, passed away April 29, 2021. Linda was a devoted wife and mother. Linda cherished her time traveling with her husband Bob, cruising to Hawaii and visiting the Southwest. She was always active playing tennis with friends and walking thru Endwell. Her love of gardening was proudly reflected in the beautiful flower beds...

Dennis Germond

Dennis Germond

Apr 26, 2021

Loving brother, uncle and friend, Dennis Germond, 66, of Binghamton, NY, went to be with the Lord on April 26, 2021. Dennis will be remembered for his kind heart. He was a wonderful man who was there for his nieces and nephews as though they were his own. A supporting, giving soul to family, friends, and anyone he came across....

James Carter

James Carter

Apr 22, 2021

James Allen was born on February 27,1949,in Brooklyn, New York to the late Flossie and Jay Carter Sr.. He was the Third among eight children. He departed this life on Thursday, April 22, 2021. James received his education in the New York City public school system. After graduating high school, Allen as he was affectionally called by his family worked...

Janice Slater

Janice Slater

Apr 21, 2021

Janice G Slater age 79 of Binghamton, NY, formerly of Windsor, passed away surrounded by family and went home to be with God on April 21, 2021. She was predeceased by her parents, Wilson J. Woodruff Sr. and Dorothy Crawn, as well as her son Frank Slater, daughter Carol Slater, her first husband Robert Slater Sr, her stepson Clinton Franklyn...

Roxanne Seeley

Roxanne Seeley

Apr 20, 2021

Our beloved, Roxanne Seeley, 61, of Warren Center, Pennsylvania passed away April 20, 2021. She was a one of a kind, the best wife, mother, and friend anyone could have asked for. She was loved by so many and was accepting of everyone. Most her children’s friends called her Mama Seeley. Roxanne’s facial expressions gave away her personality, always sarcastic...

Doris Reed

Doris Reed

Apr 15, 2021

Doris Reed, 96, passed away on April 15, 2021 after a 3 year battle with congestive heart disease, which she waged at Good Shepherd Fairview in Binghamton, NY. Doris was born on Aug 6, 1924 in Ithaca, NY. She was predeceased by her father, Harold Reed, her mother, Henrietta Koch Reed, her older brother, Kenneth and her younger brother, Roger....

Robert King, Sr.

Robert King, Sr.

Apr 15, 2021

Robert W King Sr., 77 of Binghamton, NY, died in his home Thursday, April 15, 2021. He was predeceased His father James R. King Sr., his mother Loula Belle King, a brother James R. King Jr, brothers-in-law James Cox and Elwin VanVorce. Robert is survived by his sons and daughters-in-lawm Robert W and Jerylin King Jr and Daniel D and...

June Bonsell

June Bonsell

Apr 12, 2021

June Bonsell, 89, of Binghamton passed away peacefully at home on April 12, 2021. June was an avid hunter and loved fishing in the Susquehanna, She also enjoyed her time bowling, playing bingo and po-keno. She finished her working career and retired from Dodge-Markham. June was predeceased by her husband Walter Bonsell Jr., her son Wayne Bonsell, her parents Lovisa...

Frederick Emory Smith, Sr.

Frederick Emory Smith, Sr.

Apr 10, 2021

THE LIFE OF FREDERICK EMORY SMITH, SR “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith” -2 Timothy 4:7 kjv The family of Frederick Emory Smith, Sr. announces with great sorrow his passing on April 10, 2021 in Johnson City, New York. Fred valiantly finished his battle and went home to be with...

John Chomyszak

John Chomyszak

Apr 9, 2021

John Chomyszak, 100, of Binghamton went to be with the Lord on April 9, 2021. John was known as a hard-working man who came to the United States after World War II from Germany. He was passionate about his Ukrainian heritage. John took his hard work mentality to Endicott-Johnson Shoes and GAF. John was predeceased by his wife, Helena Chomyszak,...

Dietrich Dersch

Dietrich Dersch

Apr 8, 2021

Dietrich Dersch, 84, of Binghamton passed away on April 8, 2021, at Lourdes Hospital due to declining health. He was predeceased by parents, Fritz and Ilse Dersch, and great-nephew, Derek. He is survived by brothers, Eckhart (Helen), Reinald (Sushma), and sister, Marie (Larry) Holt, nephews Hans, Jurgen (Julia), Max (Tiffany), Karl, Mark (Christina), Erik (Maria), Jeremy Holt (Julie), and TJ...

Lu-Ann Kumpan Drury

Lu-Ann Kumpan Drury

Apr 5, 2021

Beloved mother Lu-Ann Kumpan Drury, 65, went to be with her Lord, April 5, 2021. She will be remembered as an outspoken Mom who loved to talk with her children on the phone. Her children said she always loved her grandchildren best. Lu-Ann enjoyed playing Bingo at Turning Stone. Warm, sunny weather was what she looked forward to always. She...

Robert "Bob" Lasky

Robert "Bob" Lasky

Apr 4, 2021

Beloved father and grandfather, Robert “Bob” Lasky, 100, passed away April 4, 2021. He was born and raised on the south side of Binghamton. Bob was a proud veteran of the US Navy, serving his country during World War II. He will be remembered as person who loved life and Bingo. He enjoyed family time at Forest Lake, watching his...

Willson "Willy" Malchak

Willson "Willy" Malchak

Mar 24, 2021

Willson “Willy” Malchak,74, died of heart failure on March 24, 2021. Willy requested a "short and simple" notice of his passing. He was a Certified Public Accountant and a business owner locally. His true passions however were literature, art, nature, philosophy, movies, music, and good food. His family and his friends will miss him dearly. Especially his band of buddies...