Obituaries

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...

Jul 14, 2019

Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Jamie Lynn Gutierrez, 56, passed away July 14, 2019. Jamie was a warm, loving and understanding wife and a good Christian woman. She loved children and will always be remembered as a great cook. She was creative and enjoyed drawing, crafts and sewing for her children and grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents, James...

Jul 5, 2019

Douglas H. Webb, 95, passed away July 5, 2019. Douglas served his country proudly in the United States Army during World War II and was awarded the Bronze Star for valor. A loving husband and family man, he was gentle, soft spoken and was always active in the Hawleyton United Methodist Church and community. Douglas was married to his beloved...

Jul 5, 2019

Heaven has gained a beautiful, courageous angel. Giuseppe Barbara, 91, entered into the  Kingdom  of God, July 5, 2019. Giuseppe was one of the kindest, strongest souls you could have met. His smile and singing would light up any room he entered. Giusppe’s firm belief in God and his devotion to family and church was important in his life. Giuseppe...

Jun 28, 2019

   At 10:50 PM, Friday June 28, 2019 we lost one of kindest, friendliest, big hearted, and optimistic young men we have EVER had the privilege of knowing. Mike always had a smile on his face and was so quick to laugh. No matter how many hurdles were stacked in front of him, he had a plan and was always eager...

Jun 26, 2019

 Rebecca J. Kilmer-Daye Rebecca J. Kilmer-Daye of Binghamton passed away Wednesday June 26, 2019. Born September 28, 1960 in Binghamton, NY, the daughter of the late Kathryn (Foster) and John Kilmer. Rebecca graduated from Susquehanna Valley High School and enjoyed a twenty year plus career working at Lexis-Nexis. She was a loving wife to her husband Dan Daye,...

Jun 23, 2019

  Denzil “Denny” Kelly, 76, passed away June 23, 2019. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy. Denny retired from the Roofers Local 74-203. He was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose #1013 and of the American Legion. Denny was an avid hunter and fisherman. He will be remembered for his gruff and rough outer...