Obituaries

Jack R. Collins

Jack R. Collins

Jan 19, 2015

Our beloved father and grandfather, Jack R. Collins, 88, passed away Monday, January 19, 2015 at his home surrounded by family. He was predeceased by his wife of 64 years, Marian in 2010. Jack is survived by his children; Kathleen (Ken) Roberts, Jack (Melissa) Collins, Jr., Carol Martens and Daniel (Mary) Collins. He leaves behind eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and...

Harold Llewellyn Geisse

Harold Llewellyn Geisse

Jan 17, 2015

Harold Llewellyn Geisse, Jr., 91, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2015, at the Good Shepherd Fairview Home. He was born on December 12, 1923, in Wausau, Wisconsin, the son of Harold Geisse, Sr. and Winifred (Merrill) Geisse. He was predeceased by his parents and his sister, Elaine (Geisse) Murray. Harold graduated from Wausau High School and then attended...

Nora Herz

Nora Herz

Jan 14, 2015

Nora Herz, (nee Hayum), passed away suddenly on January 14th. She is predeceased by her beloved husband, Werner, her parents Charles and Irma Hayum and her parents-in-law, Isaac and Lina Herz. Nora was born in Trier, Germany in 1936. She and her parents fled Nazi Germany in 1941 and settled in the Washington Heights neighborhood of New York City. Eleven...

Mary Katherine Travis

Mary Katherine Travis

Jan 9, 2015

Beloved wife and mother, Mary Katherine “Kay” Travis, 85, passed away peacefully Friday, January 9, 2015. Kay was a lifelong ballroom dancer. She was awarded an all American Teachers Award for her dance instruction. She returned to college after her children were grown and earned her degree from SUNY Binghamton. Kay worked in advertising for The Pennysaver News. She was...

Loretta E. Jones

Loretta E. Jones

Dec 13, 2014

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Loretta E. Jones, 82, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 13, 2014. Her family was always at the center of her life, holidays were a special time with family. She loved singing, dancing and Jeopardy. Many will remember Loretta as the easygoing cafeteria worker from the Susquehanna Valley Middle School. She was predeceased by her husband,...

Arlene Griffiths

Arlene Griffiths

Dec 12, 2014

Arlene Elizabeth Griffiths, 90, beloved mother of Gary Griffiths, Los Altos Hills, Ca. and Keith (Rebecca) Griffiths, Brackney, Pa., went home to be with the Lord, December 12, 2014. She was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Thomas Griffiths. She will be greatly missed by her sons, grandchildren and great grandchildren. A celebration of Arlene’s long and full life...

John Byce

John Byce

Dec 12, 2014

Much loved father, John T. Byce, 63, passed away December 12, 2014 with his family by his side. John went to kneel before his Lord and Savior, as he welcomed him to share the joy of everlasting life. He conquered a long battle with cancer and is now at peace. John was born August 16, 1951 in Binghamton. He graduated...

Kathryn Joanne Burbank

Kathryn Joanne Burbank

Dec 11, 2014

Kathryn Joanne (Latonick) Burbank passed away on December 11, 2014 at the age of 74. She was predeceased by her father, Joseph Latonick and her sister, Elizabeth Frederick. Kathryn is survived by her husband Robert Burbank, children and their spouses; Carrie and Ralph Peluso, Amy and David Harner and Tom and Deidre Burbank, 5 treasured grandchildren; Sarah, Lauren, Myles, Molly...

Jean Finkle

Jean Finkle

Dec 10, 2014

Jean Finkle, 91, passed away December 10, 2014. She was born to Wilbur and Hattie Clum Simmons on August 15, 1923 in South Kortright, NY. Jean attended Hobart High School and graduated from South Kortright Central School in 1941. She worked in the Hobart Post Office during World War II. Jean married Raeder Finkle in 1945, who still loves her...

Richard Smith

Richard Smith

Dec 9, 2014

Beloved husband, father, and grandfather, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday December 9th, 2014. Richard is survived by his wife of 62 years, Patricia, his six daughters Denise, Suzanne, Robin, Amy, Tina and Debbie, 16 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren, 5 son-in-laws, his brother, Ronald and nieces and nephews. He served in the Navy and worked at IBM...

Elaine Fasano

Elaine Fasano

Dec 6, 2014

Our beloved wife and mother and grandmother, Elaine Fasano, 63, passed away after a brief illness Saturday, December 6, 2014. Elaine lived for her family; she loved cooking, catering and casinos. She was a hairdresser locally for 43 years. She loved her clients and possibly enjoyed spending time chatting with them as much as working with them. She was predeceased...

John "Jack" Goughary

John "Jack" Goughary

Nov 22, 2014

John “Jack” F. Goughary, 73, passed away Saturday, November 22, 2014. He would be described by family and friends as an ideologist, who loved to learn. He enjoyed reading about WWII history, economics, politics and health. Always energized, he loved to ride motorcycles, bicycles and scooters. He enjoyed nature, camping and boating. His hobbies were an eclectic mix of art,...

Dianne Baker

Dianne Baker

Nov 22, 2014

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Dianne Baker, 69, passed away Saturday, November 22, 2014. Dianne is survived by her children, Michelle and Brett Goodison, Binghamton, treasured grandchildren; Marya Anders and Ben Persons, Texas and Danielle Goodison, Binghamton, great-grandchildren, Rayven and Konner Persons. At Dianne’s request funeral services will be private. To forward condolences please visit www.demunnfh.com. Arrangements for the family...

Frances Moore

Frances Moore

Nov 14, 2014

Frances E. Moore, 87, passed away Friday, November 14, 2014. She loved her children and devoted much of her life to their happiness. She was kind, considerate and opened the house “on the hill” to everyone. She loved video games, especially, Candy Crush, playing a mean game of poker with the boys and her beloved dog, Pogo. She will be...

Linda Moore

Linda Moore

Nov 12, 2014

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Linda L. Moore, 64, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2014. She was a wonderful mother and a loving grandmother. Linda is survived by her daughter, Velma Fisher, Binghamton, granddaughters; Kristyn and Jessica Fisher and brother, Ronald Long, Sr. of Arkansas. At her request, funeral services will be private. Memorial contributions in Linda’s name may be...

William Byron Scull, Sr.

William Byron Scull, Sr.

Nov 11, 2014

William Byron Scull, Sr., 91, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2014. He has gone to join Ruth, his childhood sweetheart and devoted wife of 67 years. Bill is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, William B. Scull, Jr. and R. Cheryl Scull of Endwell and son, John C. Scull of Greenville, S.C. He will be missed by his grandchildren; Damian...

Elizabeth Young

Elizabeth Young

Nov 11, 2014

Elizabeth Young, 57, passed away on November 11th 2014. She was born to William Irving Johnson and Barbara Johnson on October 6th 1957 in, Brooklyn, New York. Elizabeth attended Clara Barton High School in Brooklyn, New York. Elizabeth was a loving and devoted mother who is survived by her 8 children, Sheila Smalls, Janine Smalls, Shamel Young, Kareem Young, Eleanor...

Jeaette King

Jeaette King

Nov 11, 2014

Jeanette King, 62, passed away Tuesday, November 12, 2014. Funeral services will be held 10:00am, Friday, November 14, 2014. Interment will follow services in Glenwood Cemetery. Friends will be received from 8:00am until the time of services.

Shirley Agnes Martinos

Shirley Agnes Martinos

Nov 10, 2014

Shirley Martinos, 78, passed away peacefully Monday, November 10, 2014. She was predeceased by her parents John and Katherine Hazen, son, Thomas Martinos, and sisters, Jackie Valenti and Joan Temple. Shirley is survived by her son, Louis Martinos, Norwood, Mass., daughter, Katherine Brinkerhoff, Ormand Beach, Fla., grandchildren; Danielle, Nicole, Michelle, Kelly, and seven great grandchildren, sisters; Teresa Baynard, Lafayette La....

Loretta J. Smith

Loretta J. Smith

Nov 8, 2014

Loretta J. Gordon Smith, 78, passed away peacefully on November 8th, 2014. She was a loving mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. Her family was her pride and joy. Loretta was known to those around her by “Joanne”, “Red”, and “the Princess”. She was bright in the lives of all that knew her by sharing her love and kindness....