Obituaries

Kerrie Black

Kerrie Black

Mar 28, 2019

Kerrie Black, 42,  passed away in her sleep on March 28, 2019. Kerrie was born and raised in Staten Island. She graduated from Binghamton University with a BA and MA in Human Resources. After graduation she settle in the Binghamton area. Kerrie was outgoing and was someone who would smile easily.  Kerrie’s life was centered around her family. She adored...

Kenneth Sayles

Kenneth Sayles

Mar 25, 2019

Memorial services will be held 12:00pm, Saturday, Appril 6. 2019 at the House of Worship, 93 Riverside Drive, Binghamton with Pastor Frank Barnett officiating. To forward condolences please visit www.demunn.com. Arrangements for the family are directed by the DeMunn Funeral Home.

Larry Gincerowski

Larry Gincerowski

Mar 24, 2019

Larry P. Gincerowski III, 30, passed away Sunday, March 24, 2019. He was predeceased by his grandparents James and Arlene Osborne. Larry is survived by his mother Jamie Osborne, brothers; Michael (Kristi) Frantellizzi and Brian (Lindsay) Frantellizzi and nephews Carmine, Enzo, and Vinny Frantellizzi.  Larry loved his family, the family dog Missy, working on and painting cars, building things out...

Michael David Forse

Michael David Forse

Mar 21, 2019

Michael David Forse March 12, 1991 – March 21, 2019   Michael David Forse, 28, of Binghamton passed away very unexpectedly the morning of March 21, 2019. He will be fondly remembered as a trusting, sharing and joyful person who loved kids. He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Shirley and James Forse, uncles, Michael and James Forse, aunts Linda Forse...

Jesse D. Emmons

Jesse D. Emmons

Mar 19, 2019

The Reverend Jesse D. Emmons, 76, went home to be in the arms of his Lord,  March 19, 2019. Jessie served the Lord throughout his life along with his wife Dorothy. His life was guided by his Thompson Chain Reference Bible. Jesse is survived by his wife of 46 years, Dorothy, cousin, Hannah Briggs, sisters-in-law, Caroline Woodford and Susan Darling...

Dylan Brandow

Dylan Brandow

Mar 16, 2019

Dylan E. Brandow, 26, passed away March 16, 2019. He will be remembered as a fun, loving, warm and wonderful person. Dylan collected comics and was an avid fan. He was an old school spirit and had an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. Every morning there would be a giant bowl of cereal which needed to be consumed with one of...

Donella Lavelle

Donella Lavelle

Mar 6, 2019

 Donella K Lavelle, 72, passed away on March 6, 2019 at her home.  She was predeceased by her parents Howard and Helen Williams of Vestal.  She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years Ronald, two sons Ronald Jr. and Thomas (Karen) Lavelle. four treasured grandchildren Justin, Caitlin, Noah and Mya Lavelle. She graduated from Vestal High School. She...

Linda Sue Wiltz

Linda Sue Wiltz

Feb 21, 2019

Linda Sue WiltzSeptember 13, 1942 - February 21, 2019 Linda Wiltz died Thursday, February 21, 2019  at Mercy House of the Southern Tier, of esophageal cancer, among the kind staff there. Linda was born in Freeport, Illinois. She grew up in the midwest and met her husband, David Leonard, at Chicago Theological Seminary. They married in 1967. A feminist who...

Kathleen Lane

Kathleen Lane

Feb 18, 2019

Kathleen “Kathy” E. Lane,72, passed away Monday, February 18, 2019 surrounded by family. Kathy’s health was poor during the last four years however her spirit was strong. She smiled through her struggles fighting to care for everyone she could. Kathy was loved by all and will be missed greatly. She was predeceased by her husband, Richard, her parents, Peter and...

Alan Gehres

Alan Gehres

Feb 17, 2019

Binghamton- Beloved husband and father, Alan E. Gehres, 85, passed away February 17, 2019. Alan served his country proudly in the United States Army and was a member of American Legion Post #1645. Alan retired from United Parcel Service after 33 years. His enjoyed collecting and showing classic cars and has won many trophies over the years. He and Nancy...

Katherine "Susie" Ravage

Katherine "Susie" Ravage

Feb 13, 2019

 Katherine “Susie” Ravage, 70 of passed away peacefully in her home on February 13th, 2019 from pancreatic cancer.  Susie braved her last months and chose her remaining time to cherish the days with her loved friends and family for all that she could.  She loved spending time with her grandchildren and the women from her church, the Unitarian Universalist Congregation...

Jeremy Felix P. Ullmann

Jeremy Felix P. Ullmann

Feb 10, 2019

  Jeremy Felix P. Ullmann, 37, of Somerville, MA, died in a tragic accident climbing Mt. Washington February 10, 2019. He is predeceased by his mother, Barbara Ullmann. He is survived by his loving and beautiful wife Kylie, their 3-year old son Oscar, his father Arieh Ullmann (Rhonda Levine), sister Rhoda Ullmann (Gosha Pikovsky) and several aunts, uncles and many cousins,...

Ann Johnson Gilchrist

Ann Johnson Gilchrist

Feb 8, 2019

Binghamton, NY- Ann Johnson Gilchrist- 84, of Binghamton, New York, passed away Friday February 8, 2019 at Elizabeth Church Manor following a brief illness. She is the daughter of Frank A. and Jane (Twining) Johnson and great granddaughter of George F. Johnson Co-founder of the Endicott Johnson Shoe Corporation. She is predeceased by her son Dr. Eric Colman and sister...

Christopher Farrell

Christopher Farrell

Feb 4, 2019

Binghamton- Christopher  ”Chris” M. Farrell, 93, went to be with his Lord February 4, 2019. Chris really enjoyed working outside his home on Pennsylvania Avenue, mowing the grass, trimming every blade of grass and the shrubbery. He also made sure every leaf was out of the eave trough before winter. He was a 63 years member of the Parish of...

Leo Maine

Leo Maine

Feb 4, 2019

Leo J. Maine of Binghamton   Born December 13th, 1953, Leo J. Maine was called to his eternal home on February 3, 2019. He is predeceased by his parents Fred and Elizabeth Maine. He is survived by his wife of 47 years Beverly Puglisi, his children Jennifer  (John) Maine, Christie Klugh, Joseph (Dodi) Maine, Amanda (Eric) Maine-Hull. He leaves behind siblings...

Creta L. Blandford

Creta L. Blandford

Feb 4, 2019

Creta L. Blandford, 59, went home to the Lord on Monday, February 4, 2019.  She was predeceased by her parents Robert L. and Barbara H. Blandford, Sr., aunt Lettie M. Staton, sister Carol A. Blandford, brother Robert L. Blandford Jr., and nephew Rodney R. Blandford, Jr.  Creta is survived by her significant other Jackie Wilson, sister Chickie Blandford (Henry Swan),...

Virginia Vanhart

Virginia Vanhart

Jan 29, 2019

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Virginia VanHart, 97, passed away January 29, 2019. Her life revolved around her children and grandchildren. Virginia will be always remembered as prim and proper. She loved to garden and kept her bird feeders always full for her feathered friends. She was a longtime member of the Little White Church. She worked 28 years at...

Gerald Steier

Gerald Steier

Jan 27, 2019

On Sunday, January 27th, surrounded by family Gerald (“Jerry”) Steier passed away at the age of 76. He was born on April 11th, 1942 to William and Anne Steier in Binghamton, New York. He received his Mechanical Engineering degree from Purdue University.  He served two years in the army after being drafted during the Vietnam Era. He spent his Engineering...

Athanasia Stronghilos

Athanasia Stronghilos

Jan 10, 2019

  Athanasia Marina Stronghilos joined her husband Nicholas in Heaven on January 10, 2019. She was 97 years old and lived a full and beautiful life.  She brought positivity and light to all she met, and she will be greatly missed.    Athanasia is survived by her daughters, Constance & James Dwyer, Athena & Peter Negros, Joanne & Jeff Stachyra, Grandchildren:  Michael...

Jane Lynn

Jane Lynn

Jan 9, 2019

Jane Lynn has passed away on January 9, 2019. Jane’s family would like to thank the kindness and compassion of the staff at Mercy House in Endicott. Memorial services will be held 4:30 pm, Monday, January 14, 2019 at the DeMunn Funeral Home, 36 Conklin Avenue, Binghamton. Family will receive friends at the funeral home from 3:00 pm until the...