Obituaries

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...

Joan M. Jones

Joan M. Jones

Mar 18, 2021

Joan Margaret Jones February 9, 1940 – March 18, 2021 Joan Margaret Jones, 81, of Binghamton, NY, passed through the portal of death to the place prepared for her by our Savior on March 18, 2021. She was born in Niagara Falls, NY on February 9, 1940 to Harold and Margaret Coleman, who predeceased her. She is survived by her...

Ronald Arledge

Ronald Arledge

Mar 18, 2021

Ronald P. Arledge of Binghamton passed away at Elizabeth Church Manor on March 18, 2021, nine days after his 77th birthday. Ron will forever be loved and remembered for his gentle nature. He enjoyed going to stock car races as well as watching NASCAR on television. Ron loved to travel. He was predeceased by his parents, Genevieve and Paul Arledge....

Jessica Rochelle Wagner

Jessica Rochelle Wagner

Mar 18, 2021

Beloved daughter and sister, Jessica R Wagner, 42, passed away March 18, 2021. She was born and raised in Binghamton and was a graduate of Susquehanna Valley School District. Jessica’s life centered around her family and friends. She loved crocheting hats, scarves, ice pop holders and stuffed animals for them. Jessica was always willing to help out alongside her family...

Shirley Jean Raff

Shirley Jean Raff

Mar 17, 2021

Shirley Jean Beck Raff, passed away peacefully at her Florida home on March 17, 2021, her favorite kitty curled up on her lap and family at her side. She was just a few months shy of 84. She is preceded in death by her parents, Titus “Fred” and Emma Beck, husband Dr. Barry Raff, son Chris, and brother Larry. She...

Mercedes Yvonne Johnson

Mercedes Yvonne Johnson

Mar 17, 2021

Beloved mother, daughter and sister, Mercedes Yvonne Johnson, 52, passed away March 17, 2021. Mercedes was kind hearted and would give anyone in need the shirt off her back. She was loving and brought a bright light to everything she participated in and everywhere she went. Her smile and laugh will be remembered by all who knew her. She was...