Obituaries

Oct 10, 2021

Helen Dorber (Sadie), 85, of Vestal, passed away on Sunday, October 10th at her home.    She was born in Martinsville, IL. daughter of Payne and Ruth Hawkins. She was predeceased by her loving  husband, Malcolm Dorber. Survived by 2 sons, George (Tamara) of Vestal, and Richard (April) of Fort Myers. 3 granddaughters, Jessica, Julia, and Jennifer. Sadie loved to...

Oct 4, 2021

71 of Waverly NY went to her eternal home on October 4 2021 following an extended illness. Sally was a graduate of Union Endicott High school and a long time member of St. James Church in Waverly.

Sally spent many years working in factories including Universal Instruments and Sanmina. In her later years she worked as a...

Sep 29, 2021

Jeremiah Payne, 27, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday September 29, 2021 in Binghamton, New York. Jeremiah was a loving brother and son. His love for people and his adventurous spirit will continue through his siblings and parents. He was born January 29, 1994, in Glen Aubrey, New York. Jeremiah is the son of Steven and Linda Payne. He graduated from...

Sep 29, 2021

James John McGinn, Jr. January 16, 1963 – September 28, 2021 James John McGinn, Jr. passed away September 28, 2021. He is predeceased by his father James John McGinn Sr., uncles, Robert Lentino and Bruce Lentino and cousin, Judith Lentino. James is survived by his daughter, Brieonna McGinn, mother Arlene Lentino, sisters, Lisa Thompson and Kelley McGinn and brother, Luis...

Sep 27, 2021

Beloved wife, Anne Comerota, 58 passed away September 27, 2021. Anne was a loving wife and mother. She loved her family more than anything in life. She enjoyed feeding the animals which lived around her home. She always helped others as a nurse. She was predeceased by her parents John and Alice Riley and brother, Tom Riley. Anne is survived...

Sep 24, 2021

Kevin L. LaBarre, 57, of Conklin passed away Friday, September 24, 2021. For those who knew him, Kevin was larger than life and one of a kind. He is survived by his wife Stacey and their son Leon, son Jared, daughter Kaylyn (their mom Shannon), Stacey's daughter Caitlyn and granddaughter Jordyn. Kevin is also survived by sister Barbara (Gary) Woodruff...

Sep 22, 2021

Eric W. Rhodes, 57, of the Town of Chenango, NY passed away on September 22, 2021, at Wilson Hospital in Johnson City, NY after a brief illness. Eric was born on March 26,1964 in Scranton, PA to Ruth (Lantz) and James Rhodes. He received his bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Pennsylvania State University followed by his MBA from Marywood...

Sep 14, 2021

Lawrence D. Parham was born in Union City, TN. He spent over 40 years living in New York State and considered it his home. Larry was involved in co-creating new and innovative local programs and projects that promote and elevate social and political involvement. He had over 20 + years of work experience as a grassroots organizer fighting for racial,...

Sep 14, 2021

Kevin E Ciza passed away on September 14th, in his 54th year, after a battle with covid, pneumonia, and strep. He was predeceased by his father, Edward Ciza. He is survived by his mother, Irene Ciza; his wife of 30 years, Christine Ciza; his brother, Edward Ciza; his sister, Karol Potts; and his children, Nicholas and Sarah Ciza. Kevin...

Sep 14, 2021

Kevin E Ciza passed away on September 14th, in his 54th year, after a battle with covid, pneumonia, and strep. He was predeceased by his father, Edward Ciza. He is survived by his mother, Irene Ciza; his wife of 30 years, Christine Ciza; his brother, Edward Ciza; his sister, Karol Potts; and his children, Nicholas and Sarah Ciza. Kevin...

Sep 12, 2021

Connie L. Travis 65, (Snopek) of Conklin NY passed away peacefully the morning of September 12, 2021. She was well known for her devotion to many race tracks in the area.   She is predeceased by her parents Paul and Mary Lucille Snopek. She is survived by her daughter Nanette (Matt), her granddaughter Madison Dorunda whom she adored, and her...

Sep 9, 2021

Leonore (Bambi Lynn) Manasse, passed peacefully on Thursday, September 9, 2021. She was predeceased by her parents Author and Rose Manasse and her brother Mel (Kathy). She is survived by her brother Charles, nephews Matt and Les, nieces Sarah and Anita, and several cousins. She was a graduate of GCS Class of 1959 and The Ridley Lowell School. She was...

Sep 8, 2021

Drury "Dru" Elwood Embry, born on June 15th, 1948, in Hopkinsville Kentucky; passed on to be with his Lord Jesus on September 8th, 2021. Dru embodied the definition of what a loving husband and father should strive to be. He was an incredibly optimistic and selfless character; a dedicated, hard worker and provider; a natural born musician, singer, comedian, and...

Sep 8, 2021

George Wayne Johnson Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle sadly passed away on September 8th, 2021. George was born to Spencer and Alberta on November 22nd, 1950 in Richmond, Virginia. The youngest of nine siblings, George was 70 years old and is survived by his wife Suzanne of 45 years, his siblings Helen, Barbara, and Lillian, his...

Aug 30, 2021

Ric F. Hensberry February 11, 1956 - August 30, 2021 It is with great sadness and heartache that we announce the passing of Ric Hensberry. He was an amazing husband and father who loved his family more than life itself. His selfless acts of kindness and generosity will forever be remembered by everyone who was blessed to know him. Ric...

Aug 29, 2021

Dennis Stark, 77, passed away August 29, 2021. He was a kind gentle and giving man. Dennis spent many years as a truck drive with the Teamsters Union. He is survived by his loving wife, Marian, beloved grandson, Henry Stark, stepchildren, Julie Markoff, Gary McLain and Ricky McLain. At Dennis' request funeral services will be private. To forward condolences please...

Aug 25, 2021

Herbert Goldstein,88, passed away August 25, 2021. He was born in Boston, Mass. on August 27, 1932. As a child he enjoyed Red Sox ball games and his interest in the Red Sox continued through adulthood. As an adult he helped operate a cloth store on Clinton Street. Herbie met his wife Lillian Elcoff in the store. Herbie closed the...

Aug 23, 2021

Todd Norris, 35, passed away Monday, August 23, 2021. Todd was a loving caring man, the best brother anyone could have. He was a hard worker with a big heart. Todd was always there to listen to you. He was predeceased by his sister, Heather Nichole Hipp. Todd is survived by his grandparents, Kenneth and Edna Johnson, his mother and...

Aug 22, 2021

Carolyn J. Armitage passed away peacefully in her home in Vestal on August 22, 2021 at the age of 89. She was predeceased by her parents Kenneth and Thelma Longley of Shirley MA. She is survived by her sister Wilma Riley and Donna Ablet; children Lauren Brault (Peter), Diane Tolentino, and Ken Armitage (Doreen); eight grandchildren; thirteen greatgrandchildren; and many...

Aug 16, 2021

Shirley Carroll Panetti, 85, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Known to those who loved her as "Warrior", "Mama Shirley", & "Bear", Shirley wore many hats in her life, but the one she enjoyed most was being a mom. Anyone lucky enough to call her mom...