Obituaries

James R. Hranek

James R. Hranek

Sep 27, 2013

  James R. Hranek, 66, UEHS Class of 1965; Army Captain; Birddog pilot – Forward Air Control in Vietnam; big brother to Dan; mummyfier of Gail; second father to Bob; Stefanie’s favorite Uncle; godfather to Kristin; Boyscout – gunpowder and gasoline; destroyer of rocking chairs; business major; stock analyzer; financial planner; support for Gail and Kristin in time of need;...

Elizabeth 'Betty' Hawley

Elizabeth 'Betty' Hawley

Sep 27, 2013

     Elizabeth “Betty” Hawley, 84, passed away Friday, September 27, 2013. Betty was a good Christian woman who loved her family above all else. She was predeceased by her parents, Clarence and Lela Allen. Betty is survived by her children; Cindy and Joe Neer, Morris, Al and Joyce Hawley, Binghamton, Hank Hawley and Tammy Bower, Newark Valley and Walt and...

Frank A. Barrett

Frank A. Barrett

Sep 17, 2013

Frank A. Barrett, 64, left us suddenly, Tuesday, September 17, 2013. Frank will be remembered for his colorful personality, his love for his family and his generosity and caring helpfulness. He was predeceased by his parents, Raymond and Florence Barrett and brothers, Raymond, Jr. and Robert Barrett. Frank is survived by his brothers; Pat (Jenny) Barrett, Hancock, Danny (Suzanne) Barrett,...

Carlo Daniele

Carlo Daniele

Sep 10, 2013

Carlo Daniele, 74, passed away September 8, 2013. He is survived by his children, Maria Sterling, Hazelton, Pa.,  and Nicholas Daniele, Endwell, sisters, Antonia Johnson Occhiuzzi and Assunta Cozzitorto, his partner of twenty years, Cuoi Nghiem,  Binghamton and grandchildren, Tony, Tommy, Jennifer and Johnathan Nghiem all of Binghamton. Carlo’s family will receive friends from 11:00 until 3:00 pm, Sunday, September...

John James Krisko

John James Krisko

Sep 8, 2013

       John J. Krisko, 95, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 8, 2013 at the Oxford Veterans Home.  He was a veteran of World War ll, proudly serving his country in the United States Air Force.  John was an entrepreneur with numerous business ventures.      He was predeceased by his parents, William and Susan Krisko, and sister, Ann Cornett. ...

Arvid Lennart Antonson

Arvid Lennart Antonson

Sep 7, 2013

     Arvid Lennart Antonson, 92, of Binghamton, formerly of Vestal, passed away on September 7, 2013. He was born on August 19, 1921 to the late Elsa Elvira Johansson and Karl Hugo Antonsson in Halmstad, Sweden. He and his family emigrated to Quincy, MA in the summer of 1926, where he later graduated from high school. He served in the...

Milrene Smith

Milrene Smith

Aug 23, 2013

  Milrene Smith, 71, of Binghamton, passed away Aug. 23, 2013 after a brave and determined 46 year struggle with Multiple Sclerosis.  She was predeceased by her infant daughter, Heather Smith and her parents, Milton and Irene Shepler of Oxford, N.Y. She is survived by a brother Eric Shepler of Otego, N.Y., two sisters: Linda Shepler of Ellenton, FL. and...

Frances Follet Mastin

Frances Follet Mastin

Aug 23, 2013

     Frances Follet Mastin, 95, went to be with the Lord, Friday, August 23, 2013. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold R. Mastin, parents, Neal and Marion Follet, brothers, Donald E. and William “Ed” Follet and stepson, Richard E. Mastin. Frances is survived by her sister, Joan Marion Follet, Binghamton, sister-in-law, Dorothy Follet, Merritt Island, Fla., stepchildren, Chalmer “Cal”...

John Ray Transue

John Ray Transue

Aug 21, 2013

       John Ray Transue, 66, died August 21, 2013. He was the youngest son of the late William and Monique Transue. He was predeceased by both his brothers, Jacques and Bill. John is survived by niece, Emily Transue, nephews; Christopher (Adrienne Shapiro), Thomas (Janice Jones) and Joe (Amy Thompson) Transue, and sister in law, Virginia Transue.      John grew...

John R. Fitch

John R. Fitch

Aug 20, 2013

      John Fitch, 81, was taken home by the Lord Tuesday, August 20, 1013 He was predeceased by his wife of 51 years, Betty and his parents, Clarence and Phoebe Fitch,. John is survived by in-laws, Frank and Bea Fedor, Acton, Ca., Jim and Monica Fedor, Binghamton, Mike and Robbi Fedor, Endicott, Ann and Ray Deniston, Windsor, many nieces...

Mary Gabriel

Mary Gabriel

Aug 17, 2013

Mary Gabriel, 94, passed away peacefully, August 17, 2013 at her home. She was born in Brooklyn, later moving to Hale Eddy, NY. Mary was predeceased by her husband, Mike in 2000 and son, Michael in 2012. She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Mary F. Gabriel, Binghamton, four grandchildren, Heather and John Deuel, Mary Beaumont, Janine and Steve Fiorelli and...

Lawrence L. Beauter

Lawrence L. Beauter

Aug 13, 2013

     Lawrence L. “Bunny” Beauter, 78, passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2013 after a well fought battle with cancer. Larry was the epitome of husband, father and grandfather and was endowed with a quick and dry sense of humor. He was an active sportsman, crushing his opponents in softball, bowling, horseshoes, billiards and ping pong. Larry’s favorite pastime was watching...

Ruth Phillips Antonson

Ruth Phillips Antonson

Aug 10, 2013

 Ruth Phillips Antonson, 84, of Binghamton, formerly of Vestal, passed away on August 10, 2013. She was born on October 21, 1928 to the late Helen Weber and Donald Delaney Phillips in North Warren, Pennsylvania. As a child, she and her family moved to Adrian, MI, where she graduated from high school. She continued her education at Vassar College, graduating...

Jean Eloise Marks

Jean Eloise Marks

Aug 5, 2013

  Jean Eloise Marks, 83, died Monday, August 5th, 2013 after a recent illness.  Jean was born on August 6th, 1929, grew up in Delanson, NY and lived in Rome for more than 50 years. Her husband of 52 years, Edward, and parents, Loren and Ethel Barber, predeceased her. Jean served as a volunteer at the Rome Memorial Hospital and...

Brad Swearengin

Brad Swearengin

Jul 28, 2013

Brad Swearengin, 53, passed away Sunday, July 28, 2013. He was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Irene Swearengin and brother, Reed. Brad is survived by his loving girlfriend, Sue Hill, children; Cynthia Alves, Scranton, Nicole Griswold, Binghamton and Brady Swearengin, Binghamton, five treasured grandchildren, siblings, Robert Swearengin, Debra DeLucia and Nancy Myers all of Binghamton and several nephews. Funeral...

Ednita P. Graham

Ednita P. Graham

Jul 25, 2013

   Ednita P. Graham went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, July 25, 2013. She was born, Ednita P. Pishinick on April 21, 1934 in Binghamton. Ednita was the owner of Graham’s Christmas Shoppe in West Windsor, which was her dream.    She was predeceased by her daughters, Deborah Lynn and Patty-Ann. Ednita is survived by her husband...

Genevieve Thurber

Genevieve Thurber

Jul 23, 2013

     Genevieve Thurber, 84, passed away peacefully Tuesday, July 23, 2013.Genny loved camping, fishing, traveling and spending time with family and friends.  She was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Leo Thurber, parents, Leon and Frances Heath, brothers; Kenneth, Arthur, Leford, , William and sister, Jean Heath Farnham. Genny is survived by her children Douglas and Lenore Thurber, Port...

Walter E. Jones

Walter E. Jones

Jul 18, 2013

     Walter Elwin Jones, Jr., 76, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2013 at the Susquehanna Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Johnson City after a multi-year battle with degenerative neurological disorders. Walt will be remembered by his family and friends as a gentle and kind man who rarely raised his voice, never spoke ill of another person, and relished offering...

Kenneth Sorensen

Kenneth Sorensen

Jul 10, 2013

  Kenneth (Ranger) Sorensen, 61, passed away July 10, 2013 after an extended illness. Predeceased by parents Dan and Gladys Sorensen and sister Mae. Survived by partner Robin Gavette, children John, Jason (Nikki), Amber, Nathan, Daniel, step sons Jason and Brandon Rogers, grandchildren Shiloh and Noah, four step grandchildren, one step great grandchild, brothers Tom (Sandy), Jim (Lisa), Bob (Skipper),...

Dorothea Harrison Constine

Dorothea Harrison Constine

Jul 5, 2013

     Dorothea Harrison Constine, known to many as "Dot", was called home in the early hours of July 5, 2013.  She was born in Berwick, Pa. in 1926 to John and Mary Harrison, who predecease her.  She is also predeceased by her brother John and her beloved husband, Charles Constine. Dorothea is survived by her two daughters and their families:  steady...