Obituaries

Robert Franks

Robert Franks

Nov 13, 2016

Robert J. Franks, 51 passed away November 13, 2016 at home; doing what he loved watching Sunday afternoon football. He was predeceased by his father Robert M. Franks and brother, Michael J. Franks. Robert is survived by his mother, Kathleen Franks, Binghamton, siblings; Mark Franks, Binghamton, Catherine (Tim Burns) Ellis, Binghamton and Julie and Steven Steiner, North Conway, NH. He...

Carol Smith

Carol Smith

Oct 31, 2016

  Our beloved mother, Carol Smith, 67, passed away Monday, October 31, 2016. Carol will be remembered as a giving, loving person. She was “Mom” to all her children’s friends.  Carol loved being a grandmother and proved that she was the best one on earth. She was predeceased by her husband, Stanley, parents, Thomas and Eunice Schatz and brother, Gary Schatz....

Niki Tshulos

Niki Tshulos

Oct 30, 2016

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, Niki Tshulos, 85, of Binghamton, who went to be with the Lord on Sunday morning, October 30, 2016.  She is predeceased by her devoted husband, William Tshulos and her parents, Elias and Evangelia Menegatos. Niki is survived by her children, a daughter, Alexandra Tshulos; son and daughter-in-law,...

Richard Stephens

Richard Stephens

Oct 28, 2016

Richard G. Stephens, 90, departed peacefully on October 28, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Ruth Stephens; his sister, Rosalie Heard and his son, Richard J. Stephens.  He is survived by his wife, Joan C. Stephens; his brother and sister-in-law, Raymond and Julie Stephens; his son, Jeffrey G. Stephens; his daughter, Mary Ann Stephens and...

Deborah Ann Rost

Deborah Ann Rost

Oct 20, 2016

Deborah Ann Rost, 63, was surrounded by family as she passed away on October 20, 2016 after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Deborah was born and raised in Binghamton, New York and moved to Tucson in 1975 and learned to love the desert. Deborah will be remembered as a very caring and compassionate person who always put the needs of...

Michael Nicholas

Michael Nicholas

Oct 18, 2016

Michael Anthony Nicholas, 23, of Chenango Forks passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 18, 2016. Michael was a giving and caring person who often put others needs before his. His smile would light up the room almost before he arrived.  He loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman, cyclist, and could cook the most amazing meals. Michael was predeceased...

Wright Karl

Wright Karl

Oct 11, 2016

Wright Karl, 79, left us to return to his Lord, October 11, 2016. He enjoyed travelling especially to the beach. Wright was a social person who enjoyed meeting friends every day at McDonald’s or the Mall. He was a graduate of Binghamton’s North High School and served his country in the National Guard. He was a retiree of IBM Owego...

Gerald Christensen

Gerald Christensen

Oct 11, 2016

Gerald Christensen Obituary - Binghamton, NY | Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin      Gerald "Jerry" Christensen passed away on October 11, 2016 at his home in Binghamton of natural causes. Jerry was born in Rochester, NY; attended Syracuse University and was a Binghamton resident for 36 years. He owned and operated the Glass Guys, a store in Binghamton. He is survived by...

Janet Mcpeak

Janet Mcpeak

Oct 3, 2016

Janet McPeak, 74, of Binghamton, passed away on October 3, 2016. She was fondly known as the “lunch lady” at Chenango Forks Central School District for over 20 years. She was dedicated to the happiness of her co-workers and students and enjoyed EVERY day she was there. During her retirement, she enjoyed her trips to the senior center for dinner...

Bob Corey

Bob Corey

Oct 3, 2016

Bob Corey passed away unexpectedly at home October 3, 2016. Bob owned Corey Transmissions for many years. He was affectionately known as “The Santa Claus of Floral Ave”, for his generous nature. Bob enjoyed flying his plane, was a classic car/motorcycle enthusiast who loved life and everyone in his life. He was predeceased by his parents, Phil and Ann Corey,...

Nina Ruth Mock

Nina Ruth Mock

Oct 2, 2016

Our beloved mother Nina R. Mock, 78, passed away Sunday, October 2, 2016. Nina was a caring person who devoted much of her time to helping her close friends and others in need. She dedicated herself to making others happy. Nina worked for many years as a Nurse’s Aide at Willow Point. She was a very active member of Ross...

Ardenia Ervin

Ardenia Ervin

Sep 21, 2016

Ardenia Ervin, 36, passed away September 21, 2016. She was predeceased by her maternal grandparents and paternal grandfather. Ardenia is survived by her daughters, Elaina Ervin, Binghamton, Brooklynne Womack, Johnson City, Amriah and Braelyn Ervin, Johnson City, mother Patricia Caine, Tennessee, father, Michael Ervin, Milan, Pa., brothers, Daniel Abadie, Kentucky and Samuel Ervin, Okla, sisters, Mika Ervin, Gabrielda Ervin, and...

Giuseppe "Joe" Mancinelli

Giuseppe "Joe" Mancinelli

Sep 12, 2016

Giuseppe "Joe" Mancinelli, 80, passed away on September 12, 2016. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Sandy, in 2004. Joe is survived by his children, Joe Mancinelli (Carol) of Apalachin, NY, Janette Mancinelli-Casterline (Brad Casterline) of Madison, Ohio, and David Mancinelli, of Perth Amboy, New Jersey; and treasured grandson, Nick Mancinelli, of Endicott, NY. He leaves behind sister and...

Patricia Ann Pointek

Patricia Ann Pointek

Aug 26, 2016

Patricia Ann Pointek, 79, was reunited with God and her true love, Albert, Friday, August 26, 2016. Pat was a very loyal person, generous to a fault and gave with her whole heart. She was a registered nurse for over forty years, touching the lives of thousands of patients with her compassion and empathy for whatever their situation might have...

Damion Blee Rolston

Damion Blee Rolston

Aug 16, 2016

Our beloved father, Damion “Dames” Blee Rolston, 38, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, August 16, 2016. Damion was a great father who loved his daughters above all. He had a great personality, was funny and an extremely hard worker. Damion loved to harass others, help others and had a huge heart. He will be missed and loved by all who knew...

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...