Obituaries

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...

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...

Mar 3, 2020

Roy Christian Fynboe passed away on March 3, 2020, after a long illness. He was 76. Although Roy held a business degree from Broome Technical Community College, his passion was the fire service. He was a volunteer member of the Nimmonsburg and Chenango Fire Companies for over fifty years and head of Link Field's Crash-Fire-Rescue operations until the late...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Feb 28, 2020

Emilio Velez  of Binghamton Emilio Velez was a loving Husband, father, brother and friend.  He was born on May 24th, 1966 in Brooklyn, NY.  He passed away peacefully on February 28th, 2020 at the age of 53.  He will be remembered for his positive outlook in life despite all challenges.  Always a jokester he brightened every room he was...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

Feb 16, 2020

Obituary for Carol Cecile Spahr Bogdasarian, Dec. 17, 1922-Feb. 17, 2020 Carol was the elder daughter of Dr. Walter E. (PhD. Economics) and Beulah L. Spahr. Her siblings, Kenneth and Jean, passed away a number of years ago. Carol was born in New York City, but her parents moved from there to Bellerose, N.Y. when she was 4 and remained...

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...

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...

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.

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...

Jan 23, 2020

Helen Regina (McMahon) Gross- Reis

5/9/1934-1/23/2020

Helen was the daughter of Margaret and James McMahon of Binghamton. Sister of Mary Louise (Herb) Corser and brother, Michael McMahon deceased at birth. Helen graduated from St. Patrick's Academy and attended Broome Tech. in 1958, she married Robert G. Gross of Binghamton raised a family, loved life and...

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,...