Obituaries

Katherine Birtch

Katherine Birtch

Jan 4, 2020

 Our beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Katherine B. Birtch, 75, passed away January 4, 2020. Her life centered around her family. Her husband David and daughter Melissa were her primary caregivers for the past seven years. She was business savvy and was the comptroller for several of the family businesses, Downstate Fabricating Inc. and Birtchy’s Company Inc .  She loved...

Judy M. Boyle

Judy M. Boyle

Dec 29, 2019

Beloved mother and grandmother, Judy M. Boyle passed away suddenly December 29, 2019. The center of Judy’s life was her family, she was selfless in her devotion to them. Judy was a member of The Conklin Forks United Methodist Church and active in the Conklin Volunteer Fire Department Women’s Auxiliary for 51 years. She enjoyed her time in the Conklin-Kirkwood...

Eileen M. Barhydt

Eileen M. Barhydt

Dec 28, 2019

Beloved wife and mother, Eileen M. Barhydt, 83, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2019 at home in North Port, Florida. She was a hard working woman who would do anything for her husband and family. Eileen loved collecting- jewelry, theater masks and millions of chatchkes. Her family thanks the homeowners association for limiting the size of her collection.  Eileen was...

James "Jimmy" Wayman

James "Jimmy" Wayman

Dec 26, 2019

James “Jimmy” S. Wayman died Thursday, December 26, 2019, 13 days after his 66th birthday. A special-needs adult, Jimmy struggled throughout life with multiple disabilities, but seldom complained. He is predeceased by his mother, Ida Wayman, two uncles Floyd Sackett and Donald Lynch, his aunt Marion Sackett, and his aunt Georgia Lynch, who loved and cared for Jimmy, teaching us...

Lawrence "Larry" Lehman

Lawrence "Larry" Lehman

Dec 23, 2019

Lawrence “Larry” Lehman passed away, December 23, 2019.   He was predeceased by his parents, John and Elizabeth Lehman, his brothers George Lehman and Frank Lehman, his nephew John Lehman, Jr. Larry is survived by spouse Gay Canough, son Alexander Lehman, sisters Mary Lehman Chapman and Barbara Lehman, brothers Jim Lehman and John Lehman. A celebration of Larry’s life will take...

Josephine "Josie" Butts

Josephine "Josie" Butts

Dec 23, 2019

Our beloved mother and grandmother Josephine “Josie” Butts, 94, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2019. Josie was a loving, kind and generous. Her favorite hobbies were traveling the county looking for a bowl of homemade soup and a good bingo game. She was predeceased by husband, Louis, Jr. and daughters Judi and Sharon.  Josie is  survived by six generations...

Bernetta Fallon Kvasny

Bernetta Fallon Kvasny

Dec 7, 2019

Bernetta Fallon Kvasny passed away peacefully on December 7, 2019. She was predeceased by her parents Bernard and Ilabelle Fallon, her husband of 66 years, Thomas, and children Tom Kvasny and Pamela Debord. Bernetta is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Terry and Donna Kvasny, and daughter-in-law Penny White. 4 grandchildren Joy (Jeremy) Andis, Michael (Charissa) Debord, Marissa Kvasny, and...

Beverly Hamlin Smith

Beverly Hamlin Smith

Nov 28, 2019

     Beverly Hamlin Smith, 95, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 28, with family by her side after a long period of declining health. She was predeceased by her husband of 58 years, John V. Smith and her brother, Luke Hamlin. She is survived by her sister, Jacqueline Maltby, her son, Scott Smith (Margaret), her daughters, Andrea Smith, Barbara Mitchell (Wylie),...

Robert Walker

Robert Walker

Nov 27, 2019

Robert J. Walker, 72, passed into eternal life suddenly at home due to a heart attack on November 27, 2019. Bob will be remembered by all who knew him as a compassionate and generous person. Bob served his country in the United States Marine Corp during the Vietnam War as Lance Corporal,  1st Battalion, 12th Marines, 3rd Marine Division, Fleet...

Ronald "Lucky" James, Jr.

Ronald "Lucky" James, Jr.

Nov 25, 2019

Ronald C. “Lucky” James, Jr. 72, formerly of Binghamton ended peacefully his 16-month battle with pancreatic cancer at his home surrounded by family November 25, 2019. Lucky always had a smile on his face and loved and lived life to the fullest. He was an over the road driver of 8 years at Kroehler Mfg. and 25-year driver at Frito-Lay....

Allen C. Thompson

Allen C. Thompson

Nov 17, 2019

  Allen C. Thompson of Vestal died on November 17, 2019 at home surrounded by his dear family. Allen was a beloved and faithful father, husband, teacher, musician, and friend. He saw the good in everyone.  “The righteous man walks in his integrity; His children are blessed after him.” Proverbs 20:7 He was born on July 2, 1934 in Hartford, Connecticut....

Gary Dean

Gary Dean

Nov 13, 2019

Gary R. Dean, 47, passed away November 13, 2019. Growing up here in Broome County, Gary played football, wrestled and spent his time working out. He had many friends with whom he enjoyed spending time. He was predeceased by his mother Christine Dean, grandparents Dorothy Lupold, Lavisa Lewis and Gertrude Webb, Francis and Jenny Webb. Gary is survived by his...

Duane E Adee

Duane E Adee

Nov 10, 2019

Duane Edward Adee, 73, of Binghamton passed away peacefully Sunday, November 10, 2019. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 46 years Joyce Ann Chamberlain Adee, parents and siblings. Duane is survived by his children, Jenn and George Wilmot, Melissa Adee-Doane and partner David Phelps, William and Tara Adee, Brandon and Amy Adee, Eve and Craig Baker, Brian “Bud”...

Betty Palmer

Betty Palmer

Nov 5, 2019

Betty Marie Gregory Russell Palmer, the "Queen of Conklin Forks" moved on to her Eternal Home, following a long battle with Parkinsons disease. Born January 12, 1937, number 8 of 9 children, to Eugene and Ruth Gregory. Betty was predeceased by her first husband Larry Russell in 1967. She married Robert Palmer in 1969 and nurtured a blended family of...

Hildegarde Regni

Hildegarde Regni

Nov 4, 2019

        Hildegarde “Penny” Regni, 91, passed away November 4, 2019 with her family at her side.  She was predeceased by her husband Robert A. Regni, much loved daughter Margaret Burkhart, sister Roz Pratt, father Ransom Pratt, and mother, Hildegarde Pratt.  Penny is survived by her son David Burkhart, and daughter-in-law Leanne Avery.  She was co-owner of several Binghamton businesses: Red Sleigh...

Jacqueline Fuller

Jacqueline Fuller

Oct 26, 2019

Jacqueline “Jackie” Fuller, 80, passed away October 26, 2019. She was a vibrant and loving person. Her smile was never ending. Jackie had the ability to make everyone her friend. It always made her happy to pass out gifts to those she knew just to be able to see them smile. Jackie enjoyed live music, dancing and swimming. She was...

Dolores Comerota

Dolores Comerota

Oct 25, 2019

  Our beloved mother, Dolores Comerota, 88, passed away October 25, 2019. She was always there for her family. Dolores gave us her unconditional love and support. Her grandson Chris was the center of her world. She also loved her animals. Dolores’ family will miss her wonderful cooking and baking. She was an accomplished artist whose talents will be missed. Dolores...

Steven John "Steve" Coffey

Steven John "Steve" Coffey

Oct 20, 2019

Steven Coffey passed away October 20, 2019 at the age of 65. He is predeceased by his parents John Coffey and Barbara (Norman) Whitman. Steve is survived by his children, Ian (Dhyana) Coffey and Erin Coffey, his siblings Pamela (Georges) Coffey-Marceau, Paula (James) Bardenett and Scott (Paula) Derwick, as well as nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Family and friends...

Geraldine Seymour

Geraldine Seymour

Oct 9, 2019

Geraldine (Jerry) Seymour died on October 9, 2019 at Lourdes Hospital. She was predeceased by her parents Edison and Eva L. Seymour Sr., her sister Shirley Bell, and brother Edison Seymour Jr. and her nephews Charles Bell Jr. and Troy Hampton. She is survived by brother-in-law Charles Bell Sr. of Lady Lake, Florida, sister-in-law Marge Seymour of Windsor, also several...

Patricia Rotondo

Patricia Rotondo

Oct 5, 2019

Patricia “Ms. Pat" Rotondo died unexpectedly in Binghamton, NY on October 5th at the age of 67. Patricia is preceded by her mother Marilyn, and brother Michael, of Brooklyn, NY. She is survived by her son Justin  and daughter Jennifer, grandchildren, Krista, Kyle, Brandon, Maria, Naomi and Olivia of Binghamton and her great grandchild Alanna. Patricia was born on May...