Obituaries

Oct 1, 2019

On Tues October 1, 2019, Florence M. Reeves of Binghamton passed away after a brief illness surrounded by her loved ones. Flo knocked down all the walls with her humor, beat all the odds, overcame cancer in 1959 and lived to the age of almost 95. She always found beauty and the best in everyone, no matter what - a...

Sep 29, 2019

On the night of Sunday, September 29, 2019 Charles “Chuck” Francis Edwards, 58, passed away unexpectedly. Chuck was a man of many skills and a naturally gifted human being. He had a fulfilling life and much success traveling the world. Chuck owned his own businesses in both construction and marine rentals. Most recently he was employed at Broome Bituminous. Chuck...

Sep 23, 2019

Frederick “Sonny” Bessette, 60, passed away September 23, 2019. He was a beloved father and brother. Sonny was a proud veteran of the United States Marines. He will be remembered in the community for his excellent skills as a carpenter, who helped many people after the floods rebuild their homes. Sonny loved life and lived life to the fullest. He...

Sep 10, 2019

Beloved husband and father, Leo Healey, 84, went on to be with the Lord September 10, 2019. He was a thoughtful and caring husband who treasured his wife each and every day. Lefty was a loving father who always had time for his daughters, to share, advise and guide them through life. Lefty was a proud veteran of the United...

Sep 8, 2019

SUSAN MACINKA (Formerly of Binghamton, New York)

Susan Macinka, 89, peacefully went to be with the Lord on Sunday September 8, 2019, in Loris, South Carolina. Susan was predeceased by her husband of 48 years, Cyril, in 2003. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Michael Urda, Myrtle Beach, SC, and by her son...

Sep 7, 2019

Cellist Stephen Timothy Stalker, 76, passed away on the evening of September 6th at home, with family by his side. Stephen was born on May 18, 1943 in Kansas City, Missouri. He graduated from the Manhattan School of Music in New York City and was passionate about music performance and education throughout his life. He taught at the Interlochen...

Sep 4, 2019

Windsor -  Donald W. Holton, 70, of Windsor, NY, passed away peacefully at home on September 4, 2019. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Grace (Kellum) Holton, his children Jennifer Holton, Patrick Holton, Caitlin Holton and Jesse Holton, his grandson Eli Holton, and his sister Connie Ackley. He will also be remembered fondly by his numerous...

Aug 31, 2019

       Beverly M. Kester, 82, died August 31, 2019 at Elizabeth Church Manor, after a period of declining health. Prior to moving to New York State, she had lived in Honesdale, PA for many years. Beverly was born December 31, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of Theodore H.B. and Jessie Myrtle Hall. Beverly graduated from the Packer Collegiate Institute, the...

Aug 24, 2019

Our beloved Andres Castellanos, 33, has gone to be with his Lord on August 24, 2019.  Andres was a sweet, loving and caring man. To Andres, family meant everything. He was a graduate of Binghamton High School and served his country proudly in the United States Army. He was a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom and was deployed twice overseas....

Aug 14, 2019

Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Mary Lou Hadley, 86, went to live in Heaven August 14,2019. She took a deep interest in anyone she ever met.  Always remembering to send a card for a birthday to even those she met only once. Mary Lou retired from IBM and also sold real estate for many years. She and her husband Charles...

Aug 14, 2019

Nicholas Lee Whitney, 28, lost his struggle with his demons on August 14, 2019. Nick was a generous soul, he would sacrifice anything for those he cared for. He would be there to help out at the drop of a hat. He was a talented plaster mason who worked alongside his father for years. Nick loved four wheeling, getting muddy,...

Aug 13, 2019

Beloved sister Cynthia “Cindy” Novack, 60, passed away August 13, 2019 after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Throughout her illness her spirit was always high. She won many friends with her humor and colorful language. Cindy was a 1977 graduate of Susquehanna Valley and enjoyed working at General Electric. She was predeceased by her parents Steve and Eleanor Novack,...

Aug 10, 2019

Lillian Zodikoff, of Vestal, passed away peacefully Saturday August 10, 2019 at the James G. Johnston Nursing Facility after a short illness. Born May 31, 1926 in Binghamton NY, the daughter of the late Ellen (Meier) and Jacob Zodikoff, and loving sister of the late David Zodikoff. Lillian was a devoted Aunt to her many nieces and nephews and...

Aug 2, 2019

Giovanni (Johnny) Antonio DeMarco, 50, of Kirkwood, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 2nd while doing what he loved: mountain biking. Born in Houston, TX to Ellen Sipple and the late John DeMarco Sr., Johnny was a kind, humble and compassionate man, who prioritized helping those he loved. Highly intelligent, forward thinking with a quick wit and insatiable quest...

Aug 1, 2019

                  Jack Henry Ryder, Ph.D., age 65, left this world peacefully at home on August 1, 2019 with his family by his side.  He was predeceased by his son Jeff, his mothers Marjorie Ryder and Hilda Ryder, his father William Ryder, his sister Mary Ryder, his sister-in-law Kathryn Ryder, and his father-in-law Stuart Naismith.  Jack is survived by his wife of...

Aug 1, 2019

Vickie M. Burnett, 65, passed away peacefully at home August 1, 2019. She was a hard working woman who lived life to the fullest and raised her three sons on her own. She was predeceased by her parents Lorraine and Ernest Hammond and son, George LaBarr. Vickie is survived by her loving husband, Jack Burnett, sons, Donald and Valerie LaBarr,...

Jul 24, 2019

Jack Budd

Jack Carl Budd, age 93, formerly of Johnson City passed away July 24th at Shady Grove Hospital in Rockville Maryland after a brief illness.  He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.  He will be remembered for his kindness, generosity and sense of humor.  He was always in a good mood and his favorite saying...

Jul 19, 2019

Our beloved husband and father Emerson “Sonny” Light, Jr., 85, passed away July 19, 2019. Sonny was a hard-working man who loved to socialize with anyone he would meet. He will be always remembered as a warm and loving husband and a great father. He was a man who had many talents and worked at many different endeavors, excelling at...

Jul 17, 2019

Beloved wife and mother, Beatrice “Bea” Baker, 84, passed away July 17, 2019. Bea was a loving caring person who put herself last always. Her loved ones were first and foremost in her thoughts and actions. She will be remembered as a woman with a heart of gold. She brought life and joy to all those who surrounded her. If...

Jul 15, 2019

Beloved mother and grandmother, Sara Wiseltier, 95, passed away July 15, 2019. She was predeceased by her husband Max, parents, Haskel and Esther Chanchiske, sisters, Anne Ginsberg and Lena Rapkin. Sara is survived by her children, Jay Wiseltier, Delray Beach, Fla., Shevah Wiseltier, Jacksonville, Fla and Fern McAvay, Dunellon, Fla., treasured grandchildren, Michelle Melissa, Renate, Rachael and Sasha. Graveside services...