Obituaries

Lawrence "Bill" Whitney

Lawrence "Bill" Whitney

Feb 6, 2016

Lawrence "Bill" Whitney, 89, passed away Saturday, Febuary 6, 2016. Bill was the owner of Lawrence’s Beauty Salon in Binghamton. He was predeceased by his parents, Harold and Clara Whitney, son, Lawrence “Muzzy” Whitney. He is survived by his companion of many years, Mardelle Vest, Binghamton, his children, Lorie and Joe Borrelli, Raleigh, NC and Tim Whitney, Binghamton, treasured grandchildren,...

Duane Vosburg

Duane Vosburg

Jan 31, 2016

Our beloved, Duane Vosburg, 83, was reunited with his Lord, family and friends in heaven, Sunday, January 31, 2016. Duane was a man of great faith. He spent his life serving God at the Hawleyton United Methodist Church, Gideons, the Holiness Association, One Mission Society and Men for Missions. He served on the Board of Simpson Park Camp Meeting where...

May Bradley

May Bradley

Jan 26, 2016

Our beloved wife and mother, May Bradley, 88, went to be with her Lord Tuesday, January 26, 2016. May is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Elmer, son and daughter-in-law, Neal and Beth Bradley and grandson, Shane Bradley. Funeral services will be held 10:30 am, Friday, January 29, 2016 at the DeMunn Funeral Home, 36 Conklin Avenue, Binghamton...

Peggy Lee Stuart

Peggy Lee Stuart

Jan 12, 2016

Obituary of Peggy Stuart Our beloved, Peggy Williams Stuart, 50, passed away January 12, 2016. Peggy was a devoted and caring individual. She lit up any room she walked into. A lover of music with a beautiful voice, she enjoyed sharing every moment of life. Peggy thanked everyone for their help; in her words “You made me laugh and gave...

William Bordenet

William Bordenet

Jan 10, 2016

Obituary of William BordenetWilliam Bordenet, 66, passed away peacefully at his home, Sunday, January 10, 2016. Bill life was devoted to his son Kyle; he was Kyle’s biggest fan and never missed one of his games. He doted on his granddaughters as they were his pride and joy. He was loved by and will leave a space which can never...

Edwin Harvey

Edwin Harvey

Dec 26, 2015

Obituary of Edwin HarveyEdwin J. Harvey, 81, passed away Saturday, December 26, 2015. He is now in the hands of the Lord, where he will suffer no more. He was predeceased by his parents Raymond and Sadie Harvey. Ed is survived by his sister and brother-in-law; Betty and Lester Jones, Binghamton and brother, Richard (Norma) Harvey. He leaves behind a...

Barbara Whitaker

Barbara Whitaker

Dec 23, 2015

Obituary of Barbara WhitakerOur beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Barbara Whitaker, 91, passed away Wednesday, December 23, 2015. She devoted her life to taking care of her family. She was predeceased by her parents, Earl and Charlotte Tuttle, grandson, Timothy Kaim. Barbara is survived by her husband of 70 years, Paul, son, Mark and Katherine Whitaker, treasured grandchildren; Amber Whitaker,...

Mary M Normile

Mary M Normile

Dec 18, 2015

Obituary of Mary Normile Mary Normile, 75, passed away Friday, December 18, 2015. Mary was a loving caring person who would do anything for anyone she met. She will be remembered for her great sense of humor. She was predeceased by her parents, Michael and Norine Normile, brothers, Michael and John and sister-in-law, Madoyln. Mary is survived by her longtime...

Mary Sirianna

Mary Sirianna

Dec 16, 2015

Obituary of Mary Sirianna Our beloved mother, Mary Sirianna, 88, passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 16, 2015. She will be remembered for her beautiful singing voice, as being a great cook, and an avid NY Yankees fan. Mary was a loving caregiver to her husband for many years prior to his passing. She was predeceased by her husband James, parents,...

Thomas Chantry

Thomas Chantry

Dec 13, 2015

Obituary of Thomas ChantryThomas E. Chantry, 65, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, December 13, 2015. Tom was a loyal son and brother who will be greatly missed. He was predeceased by his parents, Wendell O. Chantry and Betty and Fred Riley and brothers, Wendell Chantry II and David Chantry. Tom is survived by sister and brother-in-law, Judy and Dave Clark, Binghamton...

Margaret Piehnik

Margaret Piehnik

Dec 6, 2015

Obituary of Margaret Piehnik Margaret Piehnik, 84, passed away Sunday, December 6, 2015. She was predeceased by her huband, John. Margaret is survived by her children; Elizabeth Snyder,Peter Piehnik, Alice Caroompas, John Piehnik, 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Margaret was the Director of Nursing at the Hilltop Nursing Home. She was a 1952 graduate of the Lenox Hill Hospital...

Robert D Zanrucha

Robert D Zanrucha

Nov 19, 2015

Obituary of Robert ZanruchaOur beloved husband and father, Robert D. Zanrucha, 60, has gone to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 19, 2015. Bob was a loving and devoted father, a loyal friend, a cherished and active member of Sacred Heart Ukrainian Church. He contributed to his community; there was no project in his neighborhood that he would not...

Arthur B Gordon

Arthur B Gordon

Nov 14, 2015

Obituary of Arthur GordonBeloved husband, father and grandfather, Arthur B. Gordon, 87, passed away at his home surrounded by his family, Saturday, November 14, 2015. Art was the glue which holds families together. He devoted his life to his family and helping others throughout the community. He was predeceased by his infant daughter, Lynn Gloria, his parents, Jessie D. and...

Rosalie Ordian Manuszewski

Rosalie Ordian Manuszewski

Nov 11, 2015

Obituary of Rosalie Manuszewski Rosalie Ordian Manuszewski, 75, passed away after a lengthy illness, Wednesday, November 11, 2015. Rosalie, known to many as Rosie, grew up on Nash Road in the town of Wheatfield, NY. She graduated from North Tonawanda High School in 1958. Over the years she had been employed at the Marine Trust Bank and was a secretary...

Sandra Kay Travis

Sandra Kay Travis

Nov 7, 2015

Obituary of Sandra Travis Sandra Kay Travis, 77, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, November 7, 2015. Sandra was a very special person and will be missed. She was predeceased by her parents, Edward and Charlotte Travis, brothers Donald and William Travis, sisters Dorothy Schaff, Carolyn Struck and Shirley Lewis. Sandra is survived by sisters Nancy Thompson, Vestal,...

Charlotte Halbert Oliphant

Charlotte Halbert Oliphant

Oct 23, 2015

Obituary of Charlotte OliphantCharlotte Halbert Oliphant, formerly of Binghamton, passed from this earthly life on October 23, 2015 at Chase Health, New Berlin.Charlotte Elizabeth was the sixth child of Robert M. and Jennie (Wilson) Halbert, born on September 1, 1930, ironically in Chase Hospital, New Berlin. Affectionately known by family and friends throughout her life as “Shoeie,” she was always...

Brenda Terzi

Brenda Terzi

Oct 13, 2015

Obituary of Brenda TerziOur beloved, Brenda Terzi, 54, went home to the Lord, Tuesday, October 13, 2015. Brenda devoted her life to helping others. She worked as a Peer Bridger at MHAST for many years. Brenda is survived by her children, Joseph D. Apollo, Deposit and Crystal Ann Apollo, Endicott, two treasured granddaughters, and a loving partner, Karl Carlson, Waverly....

Doris Karpel Golden

Doris Karpel Golden

Oct 8, 2015

Obituary of Doris Golden Our beloved, Doris Karpel Golden, 90, passed away Thursday, October 8, 2015. She was predeceased by husbands, John Karpel and Morris Golden. Doris is survived by her children, Dale Karpel, Dennis and Bonita Karpel, Lou Ann and Gerald Bolt and Laura Harrington, treasured grandchildren and great grandchildren. She leaves behind sister, Beverly Birtch and a large...

Ruth Kozak

Ruth Kozak

Oct 4, 2015

Obituary of Ruth KozakRuth Kozak, formerly of Conklin, NY, entered into eternal rest Sunday, October 4, 2015. She was predeceased by her husband Edward, and survived by her children Sally (John) Benninger, Larry (Virginia) Kozak, Robin (Mark) Bourgeois, grandchildren Jeremy Kimball, Brandon, Pierce, and Nicole Bourgeois. Remembrance will be private. The family extends their gratitude to the resident care staff...

Bertha A Swidzinski

Bertha A Swidzinski

Oct 2, 2015

Obituary of Bertha Swidzinski Beloved mother and grandmother, Bertha A. Swidzinski, 91, reunited with her husband, Ted, and daughter, Susan and brothers and sisters in heaven on Friday, October 2, 2015. She was an accomplished seamstress who worked many years in the garment industry and also crafted many fine garments with love for her children. Bertha had many good times,...