Obituaries

Daniel Lesko

Daniel Lesko

Mar 18, 2020

Daniel James Lesko, age 55, of Binghamton, New York, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2020. He was the son of the late Paul Edward and Rose Jean Lesko. Dan is survived by his son Paul Daniel Lesko, daughter-in-law Veronica, granddaughter Adeline, brother Paul Michael, sisters; Rose McCabe, Connie Segreto, Jeanne Shear, 13 nieces and nephews and 18 great nieces and...

William "Bill" Kocik

William "Bill" Kocik

Mar 12, 2020

William (Bill) E. Kocik, 91, went to be in the arms of our Lord on March 12, 2020. He was born and raised in Binghamton, NY, the son of John and Carrie Kocik. He is survived by his adoring wife of 65 years Margery (LaBombard) Kocik, sister Jane (Kocik) Lawrence and brother-in-law Norman, sister-in-law Veronica Kocik, son Michael J. Kocik...

Edward Bryant

Edward Bryant

Mar 3, 2020

Edward W. Bryant, Sr., 82, passed away Tuesday March 3, 2020 to his heaven where the walleyes and salmon are always biting. Fishing was his passion. Ed is survived by his soulmate and wife of over 50 years, Aida, his children, Edward Bryant, Jr. and Brenda Muiter and many grandchildren. Funeral services will be private. To forward condolences please visit...

Cecelia Reiter

Cecelia Reiter

Mar 2, 2020

Very much loved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, sister, friend and much more, Cecelia Reiter died March 2, 2020 at Barnes Kasson Skilled Nursing Facility, Susquehanna Pa. She was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, George Thornton Reiter, daughter Jean Kathryn who died at age 3, brothers Edmund, Gene, Walter and Thomas, and sisters Julia and Delores. Cecelia is...

Mary Burtchaell

Mary Burtchaell

Mar 2, 2020

Beloved wife and mother, Mary Burtchaell, 71, passed away March 2, 2020. Mary was a best friend to her children and sister. Always there when needed her life centered around her family and friends. Mary was a pediatric nurse for most of her life. She loved to bird watch with her cats. She was predeceased by her parents Winfred Freeman...

Heda Libby

Heda Libby

Feb 29, 2020

Heda Libby has gone to be with our Lord on February 29, 2020. Heda was a proud member of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Binghamton, and a member of the Senior Peer Counseling. She enjoyed taking hikes and bicycling with the Southern Tier Hiking club. Heda worked helping people using her master’s degree in social work. Heda is predeceased by...

Claudia Clapper

Claudia Clapper

Feb 29, 2020

Claudia May Clapper, 68, passed away Saturday, February 29, 2020. Funeral services will be held 1:00 pm, Thursday, March 5, 2020 at the DeMunn Funeral Home, 36 Conklin Avenue, Binghamton with Pastor Grant officiating. Interment will follow services in Spring Forest Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 11:00 am until the time of services at the funeral home. To forward...

John N. Sherman

John N. Sherman

Feb 26, 2020

John N. Sherman, 79 passed away February 26, 2020. John proudly served his country in the United States Army. He retired after 35 years of service from International Paper. John loved gardening mostly growing flowers for his beloved wife Hildegard. He was predeceased by his parents Cleon and Alice Sherman and his in-laws, Otto and Lucy Bottcher. John is survived...

Leroy Shaver

Leroy Shaver

Feb 25, 2020

Leroy Eugene Shaver of Chenango Forks passed away suddenly at the age of 52. He was predeceased by his parents June Rose Finkle and Clifford Shaver and uncle Gordon Finkle. Leroy is survived by his sons Clifford Shaver, Randy Shaver and Alex Shaver. He leaves behind his cousins Tommy Finkle and Gordon Finkle, Jr. A celebration of Leroy's life is...

Jeffrey Moore

Jeffrey Moore

Feb 23, 2020

Jeffrey Lynn Moore 10/28/1962 - 02/23/2020 Jeffrey Moore passed away Sunday, February 23, 2020 after many years of struggling with pain. Jeff was a very creative person. He could make a masterpiece out of garbage and write poems that would melt your heart. He loved to listen to country music and loved to sing along in his deep voice. He...

Dorothy Alice Crosby

Dorothy Alice Crosby

Feb 19, 2020

Dorothy Alice Crosby June 21, 1921 - February 19, 2020 Loved animals Loved her family Cooked and Baked Gardened Enjoyed arts, crafts and puzzles Hunted and Fished Danced and Bowled Cherished and Treasured She will be missed.

Harold Vanhart

Harold Vanhart

Feb 18, 2020

Harold C. VanHart, 99, of Conklin went to be with the Lord on February 18, 2020. Harold was a proud World War II veteran serving in the U.S. Army Airforce. He was a 66 year lifelong member and past chief of the Conklin Volunteer Fire Department and a regular customer at Jane’s Diner. Harold is predeceased by his wife of...

Ronald J. Cadrette

Ronald J. Cadrette

Feb 12, 2020

Ronald J. Cadrette, 83, passed away February 12, 2020. Ron was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force during the Korean War. Ron was an avid lover of classical music and movies of all kinds. He was predeceased by his parents, Chester Cadrette and Ramona McCarthy, brothers, Chester Cadrette, Jr., Robert Cadrette, William Cadrette, Richard Cadrette, sister, Janet...

Phyllis Brigham

Phyllis Brigham

Feb 12, 2020

Phyllis Irene Brigham of Port Crane, New York (January 23, 1940- February 12, 2020) went to be with the Lord unexpectedly.  Phyllis enjoyed doing crafts, sewing, camping, and spending time with her family. She loved doing blankets for other people, and always cared about others. She is survived by her long-term partner and friend, Charles Letcher, daughter Michele (John) Empet...

Margaret Macmillen

Margaret Macmillen

Feb 5, 2020

Margaret F. MacMillen Binghamton- Margaret F. MacMillen, 94, passed away February 5, 2020. Memorial services will be planned for spring and will be announced. Arrangements for the family are directed by the DeMunn Funeral Home.

Kelly Illsley

Kelly Illsley

Jan 25, 2020

Kelly Marie Illsley December 22, 1975-January 25, 2020   On Saturday, January 25, 2020, Kelly Marie Illsley of Binghamton passed away suddenly at the age of 44 years. A native of Port Crane, Kelly is a graduate of Chenango Valley High School and attended Broome community College. Kelly had a radiant smile and cared for everyone around her wholeheartedly. Kelly’s love...

Richard E. Root

Richard E. Root

Jan 22, 2020

 Richard E. Root, 66, passed away at home after his battle with cancer on January 22, 2020. Richard founded Root's Tree Service in 1983 and worked in his community for forty years. Richard is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Diana Root, his daughter Holli and Tim Stayton, sons Dusty and Stacey Root, Richard C. and Kimberly Root,...

Elizabeth Carros

Elizabeth Carros

Jan 16, 2020

Elizabeth Carros, 85, passed away January 16, 2020. She was a longtime member of Saint John and Andrew RC Church. Betty worked for many years as an Account Clerk for Spalding Bakery.  Betty was predeceased in death by her husband, James and will be interred alongside him in Calvary Cemetery. A Memorial Mass is will be held 10:30 am, Saturday,...

Esther N. King

Esther N. King

Jan 16, 2020

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Esther N. King, 102, passed away January 16, 2020. She worked many years as a waitress in many local restaurants for over fifty years. Esther was the first waitress working at Grover’s Pig Stand on Court Street where she met her husband Paul who managed the restaurant. Her life centered around her family. They came...

Ann Mcbride

Ann Mcbride

Jan 8, 2020

  Beloved wife and mother, Ann E. McBride, 84, passed away January 8, 2020. Ann was the center of her husband Jim’s life. Together they enjoyed traveling, they were known to have “Roaming Blood”.  Ann enjoyed spending winters in Florida with friends. While traveling the country they visited 46 states by RV while Ann spent her travel time knitting for her...