Obituaries

James Brian Ray

James Brian Ray

Aug 8, 2016

James B. Ray 24, of Binghamton, passed away on August 8, 2016. Beloved son of Lorraine Szwalla, Binghamton, treasured grandson of Roberta Szwalla, Binghamton, nephew to Anthony Szwalla and friend to many, he will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He was a 2010 graduate of Binghamton High School. James served his country proudly in the United...

Max Rolston

Max Rolston

Aug 8, 2016

Max Rolston, 77, passed away Monday, August 8, 2016. He was a warm and thoughtful husband, he purchased many a backhoe, chain saw and skid steer for his beloved wife. The farm was his pride and joy and only made better when he could share it with his grandkids. Max will be remembered by his family and friends for the...

Marion Taylor

Marion Taylor

Aug 6, 2016

Marion V. Taylor, 96, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2016. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph and daughter, Patricia Hitchcock. Marion is survived by her children; Mary Ellen Zabadal, Binghamton and Joseph and Candace Taylor, Stoughton, Mass., son-in-law, David (Trish) Hitchcock, Kuwait and many treasured grandchildren and great grandchildren. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated by the Reverend Monsignor...

Marjorie Kitchen

Marjorie Kitchen

Aug 4, 2016

Our beloved mother, Marjorie L. Kitchen, 85, passed away Thursday, August 4, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. Marge will be remembered by many as a kind and thoughtful person. Always wearing a smile, she had a kind word for everyone. She was a devoted and active member of the High Street United Methodist Church. She was predeceased by her...

Charles Whitcomb, Jr.

Charles Whitcomb, Jr.

Jul 31, 2016

Our beloved father, Charles W. Whitcomb, Jr., 81, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 31, 2016. Charles was a graduate of Binghamton North High Schools’ Machine Shop Program. He began work immediately for Universal Instruments Corporation as a machinist and was soon after drafted into the United States Army. Charles was a peacetime veteran serving from 1957-1959. He returned to work...

Roberta Bryant

Roberta Bryant

Jul 29, 2016

Roberta Bryant, 85, was reunited with her Lord Friday, July 29, 2016. A warm and loving person, she was always there for her family. They always came first in her life. Roberta worked at Singer Link for over 35 years and was an avid bowler. She was predeceased by her husband, Lloyd Harrison, parents, Floyd and Gladys Woodruff, sister, brother-in-law,...

Catherine H. Burkhardt

Catherine H. Burkhardt

Jul 27, 2016

Catherine H. Burkhardt (nee Marks) passed away Wednesday, July 27,2016. She was a graduate of Rhinebeck High School, Class of 1955 and married Robert L. Burkhardt in 1956. Catherine was creative and artistic, taught ceramics, decorated wedding cakes and owned and operated the Breezeway Florist in Red Hook, New York. She loved her dogs and spent many enjoyable hours tending...

Nancy L. Maney

Nancy L. Maney

Jul 25, 2016

Our beloved mother, Nancy L. Maney, 77, passed away Monday, July 25, 2016. She was a devoted and loving mother to her children and grandchildren. Nancy was educated in Binghamton Public Schools and was awarded a degree from Dutchess Community College. Nancy was an experienced buyer and seller of antiques and arcana and operated several shops in the Hudson Valley...

Christopher Nazareno

Christopher Nazareno

Jul 3, 2016

Christopher Nazareno, 54, passed away suddenly July 3, 2016. He was a graduate of Vestal High School Class of 1980. Chris proudly served his county in the National Guard and was a longtime volunteer member of the Vestal Volunteer Fire Department, Station 4. He was predeceased by his parents, Jose and Charlene Nazareno. Chris is survived by his family Iris...

Walter Slater

Walter Slater

Jun 30, 2016

Walter Devoughn Slater, 42, passed away June 30, 2016. When God gave him to us, he sent his most special angel. Walter was a loving person. Walter always believed and trusted in God. He was known for making people laugh, even if he was having a bad day. He didn’t have much but he would have given someone in need...

William G. Nash, Jr.

William G. Nash, Jr.

Jun 26, 2016

William G. Nash, Jr. passed away Sunday, June 26, 2016. Will loved his family and would do all he could to protect and provide for them. He enjoyed cars and motorcycles. His hobbies were enjoying food and laughter. He was predeceased by his parents, William G. Nash, Sr. and Rachael Thomas. Will is survived by wife, Elena, his children: Saquonia,...

Kevin Glassman

Kevin Glassman

Jun 24, 2016

Kevin Glassman, 37, passed away unexpectedly Friday, June 24, 2016. He was a graduate of Owego Free Academy. Kevin was an avid fan of the New Orleans Saints and NASCAR’s Jeff Gordon. He was predeceased by his parents, Stuart and Darlene Glassman. Kevin is survived by his wife, Sarah, siblings: Jeff (Shannon), Glassman, Candor, Ashley Nickerson, Windsor and Renee Williams,...

Bradley Freeman

Bradley Freeman

Jun 24, 2016

Our beloved husband and father, Bradley Freeman, 69, passed away unexpectedly Friday, June 24, 2016, Brad proudly served his country in National Guard. Upon returning from the service he worked at Vail- Ballou Press for over thirty years, he then became a Correctional Officer for New York State at age 57 until he retired. Presently he was employed by Maines...

Nadine Hogan

Nadine Hogan

Jun 20, 2016

Nadine Marion Coombs Hogan, 82, completed her mortal life on June 20, 2016. She was born in Brattleboro, Vermont and lived in Winchester, New Hampshire until after her marriage to David Hogan in 1952. After his military service, they moved to Binghamton in 1957 where they raised their two children. She was a 4H Leader for over forty years. Nadine...

John Laviska

John Laviska

Jun 19, 2016

Beloved father and son, John Laviska, 62, passed away suddenly Sunday, June 19, 2016. He was predeceased by his father, John Laviska. John is survived by his son: Joseph and Yuliya Laviska, Jacksonville, Fla., treasured grandson, Alexander, mother and step-father, Virginia Laviska-Vinsevich and Victor Vinsevich, Binghamton. He leaves behind brothers: Stephen Laviska and husband, Dale Lally, New York, NY, Michael...

Zinaida Vlasova

Zinaida Vlasova

Jun 17, 2016

Zinaida Vlasova, 92, passed away June 17, 2016. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Vera and Igor Yaremko, grandchildren; Andrey Yaremko, Binghamton and Olesya Yaremko, Charlotte, North Carolina. Graveside services will be held 12:00 pm, Monday, June 20, 2016 at Glenwood Cemetery, True Avenue, Binghamton with the Very Reverend Alexey Karlgut officiating. To forward condolences please visit www.demunn.com

Victor Rosado, Iii

Victor Rosado, Iii

Jun 6, 2016

Our beloved son and brother, Victor Rosado, 41, passed away June 6, 2016. He loved his family, friends and music. Victor is survived by his daughters, Hailey Colon and Raven Rosado, mother and father, Adonna and Thomas Cross, Old Bridge, NJ, siblings, Misty and Thomas Gallinot, Waymart, PA, Orlando Rosado and Liliana Vallejos, Lynbrook, NY and David and Linda Rosado,...

Mary Lynady

Mary Lynady

May 23, 2016

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Mary C. Lynady, 78, passed away peacefully Monday, May 23, 2016. Mary will be remembered as a sweet and caring person. She was predeceased by her husband, Thomas Jerome Lynady, Sr., grandson, Joshua Lynady and close friend, Walter Ford. Mary is survived by her children; Thomas J. Lynady, John K. Lynady and Kathleen Crane, Gregory...

Terry A. Williamson

Terry A. Williamson

May 20, 2016

Beloved brother, Terry Williamson, 66, passed away May 20, 2016. He was predeceased by his parents, Miles and Anita Williamson and nephew Aaron Travis. Terry is survived by sister and brother-in-law, Teresa and Richard Brown, Chenango Forks, nephews, Scott Brown, Montrose, Colorado and Eric and Catherine Brown, Lakewood, Colorado and great niece, Berit and sister, Donna Travis and niece, Vicki,...

Wayne Oakley

Wayne Oakley

May 19, 2016

Wayne Oakley, 64, passed away suddenly May 19, 2016. He was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Elizabeth Oakley. Wayne is survived by his wife of 44 years, Mary, sons, Michael and fiancée, Kristy Jasinski, David and Thomas, granddaughter, Shelby Marie Oakley. He leaves behinds siblings, Robert Oakley, Ronald and Anne Oakley, Betty Ann and Daniel Juraska and Stephen and...