Obituaries

Rosemarie Hogan

Rosemarie Hogan

Jul 3, 2018

Rosemarie “Rosie” Hogan Binghamton- Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Rosemarie Hogan, 79, passed away Tuesday, July 3, 2018. Rosie’s life was centered around her family. Rosie never missed any event that involved her kids and grandkids, sports, dance recitals, concerts, graduation from preschool on through. As the family organizer she would visit her children’s homes just to clean and organize....

Brett D. Goodison

Brett D. Goodison

Jul 1, 2018

With great sadness, Brett D. Goodison, 41, lost his four year battle with heroin addiction July 1, 2018. Brett takes a piece of our hearts with him. He was extraordinary person, one who had the biggest kindest heart. Brett will be remembered as a beautiful soul, he would help anyone in need. He excelled in any occupation or sport he...

John Mando

John Mando

Jun 27, 2018

  John Paul Mando, counselor, teacher, rabble-rouser and advocate, adored son and doted-upon brother, beloved and loving husband, uncle, godfather, nephew and cousin, and friend, died June 27, 2018, having given his all to living.   The world has lost a great storyteller, and an even greater man.  He lived a good, at times, difficult, life—full of love, laughter, and faith.  He...

Gwendolyn Frisbie

Gwendolyn Frisbie

Jun 26, 2018

Gwendolyn E. Frisbie 79, passed away Tuesday June 26, 2018. Gwendolyn was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She will be remembered as the woman whose life revolved around children, her own, the church “kids” and countless others who she helped raise and watch over. She taught her own children that family was everything Gwendolyn was a longtime member of...

Walter "Rocky" Rockefeller

Walter "Rocky" Rockefeller

Jun 26, 2018

Walter Lee “Rocky” Rockefeller, 85, passed away June 26, 2018 with his loving wife by his side. Rocky served his country proudly as a member of the United States Air Force. He was a retiree of the Susquehanna Valley School District.  He was a member of Conklin Avenue First Baptist Church for over sixty years, where he sang in the...

Mary Morris

Mary Morris

Jun 24, 2018

Our beloved mother, Mary Josephine Morris passed away Sunday, June 24, 2018. Mary’s life relvolved around her family. She put her loved ones before herself always. She did not wish a saddened farewell but for all who knew her to celebrate her time with them with joy and love. She was predeceased by her husband of 44 years, Walter Paul...

Jacqueline Smith Seiden

Jacqueline Smith Seiden

Jun 21, 2018

Jacqueline Smith Seiden, age 92, died on June 21, 2018. She was the beloved wife of the late Mel Seiden, her husband of 65 years. Jacqueline Smith was born on June 16, 1926 in Bedford, Indiana. Jackie was two years old when her father, Howard Smith, died from tuberculosis contracted during his service in WW I. Her mother remarried George...

Sharon Brown

Sharon Brown

Jun 18, 2018

Sharon Brown, 72, passed away June 18, 2018. Sharon was an amazing woman, she was a strong fighter, and would give anyone the shirt off her back. She a single mom who worked two jobs, raised three children and attended school all at the same time. Her family is forever grateful for the wonderful loving Mother they were priviledged to...

Janet Brown

Janet Brown

Jun 12, 2018

   Janet L. Brown, 76, joined her Lord,  June 12, 2018. Her children understand the difficult life she lived and we wish her peace. Her children, grandchildren and family should know that she loved them deeply. Our loving mother showed us strength and bravery in her final challenge. She was predeceased  by her parents, J. Edgar and Virginia Brown and her...

Wellington Locke

Wellington Locke

Jun 6, 2018

Wellington A. Locke, 71, passed away June 6, 2018 with many of his family members at his side. Will served his country in the United States Army overseas in Korea. He was the proud owner of Eddie’s Auto Radiator in Endicott for the past 44 years. He was predeceased by his parents, Albert and Ida Locke, sister and brother-in-law, Louella...

Gino Ricciardelli

Gino Ricciardelli

Jun 1, 2018

Vestal- Gino Ricciardelli, 95, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2018. He was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Shirley, his parents, Andrew and Maria Ricciardelli, his brother, Albino and sister-in-law Grace, sisters and brothers-in-law, Josephine and Harry Rabinowitz and Michele and Charles Raggenbass. Gino was employed by WNBF-TV and WNBF radio as Assistant Chief Engineer and by WICZ-TV...

Marisa Matthews

Marisa Matthews

May 29, 2018

Beloved mother, daughter and sister, Marisa Matthews, 39, passed away May 29, 2018. Marisa will be remembered for her very vibrant, unique and sassy personality. She loved life and her children. She was predeceased by husband, Lukas Matthews and stepmother, Donna Eaton and stepsister, Grace Morelock.  Marisa is survived by her children, Zachary and Haleigh Bodine, Endwell, father, Lawrence Cole,...

John Bannister

John Bannister

May 23, 2018

Kirkwood- John P. Bannister, 70, passed away May 23, 2018. John proudly served his country in the United States Army He was predeceased by many of his family members, his mother, Lucy Gowe, aunts and uncles, Charles and Emma Bannister, John and Mary Westgate, Harold Bannister and Paul Bannister. John is survived by his caring partner, Melody Terboss and cousins,...

Marjorie Stenson Russell

Marjorie Stenson Russell

May 19, 2018

Marjorie Alice Stenson Russell, 85, of Binghamton, NY, died Saturday, May 19, 2018 in her son’s home in Edenton, NC.  She was born in Broome County, NY on December 24, 1932, and was the daughter of the late William and Charlotte Cook Stenson.  A homemaker, she was an active and faithful member of First Christian Church of Kirkwood, NY where...

David A. Monta

David A. Monta

May 18, 2018

- David A. Monta, 57, experienced his second birth on May 18, 2018. He was predeceased by his mother, Dolores H. Monta, sister, Beatrice Nedrow, brother, Charles H. Monta, Jr., three nephews, two nieces and one great niece. David is survived by his children, Robert A. Monta, Summer A. Monta and Cassandra Monta, brother, John R. Monta, sisters; Sandra M....

Allen Decker

Allen Decker

May 10, 2018

Allen Decker, 63, died suddenly at home May 1, 2018. Allen is survived by the love of his life, Lori, brothers; Rob and his wife Carol , Chris and his wife Gail and sister, Amy and her husband Tracy. He also has two sons, Allen and Nick Verlotti as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by...

Alfreda Quain

Alfreda Quain

May 2, 2018

Our beloved mother, Alfreda Quain, 96, passed away May 2, 2018. She was fiercely devoted to her family and loved life to the fullest. Alfreda was  talkative, outgoing and collected many friends during her lifetime. Throughout her illness her only worry was how her family was holding up. Her love for others extended to helping many as a senior volunteer...

Joseph Triassi

Joseph Triassi

Apr 26, 2018

Joseph Triassi, 77, died April 26, 2018 following surgery at Wilson Memorial Hospital. Joe is survived by his brother, Luciano Triassi and nephews, William and George Triassi, all of Washingtonville, NY and countless numbers of close friends. Joe proudly served his country in the United States Marines and was a 28 year member of a 12 step recovery programs, where...

Carol Carley

Carol Carley

Apr 23, 2018

Carol Josephine Carley passed away April 23, 2018 with her family by her side". Carol raised 5 BOYS, (each of whom said they were the greatest). Countless times that tally of those at the dinner table would rise to include almost the entire population of the town. If you left that house hungry that was your fault. She'd see them...

Van Murray

Van Murray

Apr 23, 2018

Van Murray was born November 19th, 1951 to the late Benjamin Murray, and Mamie-Lee Murray. He was born and raised in Brooklyn New York and was one of nine children. Growing up he would help his mother and father with his siblings. Van graduated Boys & Girls High School in 1969.  He was a very sociable person and made friends...