Obituaries

Mar 30, 2017

Charles Bannister, 84, passed away Thursday, March 30, 2017. Charlie was proud veteran of the United States Army having served during the Korean War. He retired from the City of Binghamton in 1988 after many years of service. Charlie was a longtime member of Saints John and Andrew RC Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He was...

Mar 30, 2017

Beloved mother and grandmother, Marjorie J. Russell, 90, passed away Thursday, March 30, 2017. Marjorie was a strong woman who loved her children with all her heart. She was a loving and kind person who doted on her grandchildren. Marjorie was rewarded with a good long life and she will be missed by all who loved her. She was predeceased...

Mar 27, 2017

Genevieve (Mickey) Lucy Krager (née Kunkel), 90, of Binghamton, died peacefully on March 27, 2017 She was born on July 8, 1926 in Rockville Center, Long Island.  She is proceeded by her husband, Charles David Sr. in 2002. Mickey is survived by; daughters: Connie Pease (Paul), Cathy Manley (Tom), Colleen Worden, Christine McKnight (Timothy); sons: Charles David Jr. (Linda), Clinton...

Mar 21, 2017

Gerrard G.E. Davis Gerrard G.E. Davis, 26, passed away, way to young, and way to soon, Tuesday March 21, 2017. Born October 28, 1990 in the Bronx, New York the son of Annette Davis Collins and Edward Williams. Surviving Gerrard are his two children, Mayleen Ayala and Mayanne Davis, also his brothers and sisters; Yolanda Davis, Johnnie Davis, Michelle Davis,...

Mar 18, 2017

Edith Foster Hebb, formerly of Elmira, N.Y., 90, died Saturday, March 18, 2017 at the United Methodist Homes Hilltop Campus, James G. Johnston Nursing Home. Edith was born on August 1, 1926 in Washington, D.C., only child of Emory M. and Edith (Stevens) Foster. Edith was a licensed Psychiatric Social Worker with degrees from Radcliffe College and Simmons College of...

Mar 17, 2017

  Howard J. Bush, 95, passed away Friday, March 17, 2017 at Elizabeth Church Manor. He was predeceased by his wife of 64 years, Phyllis, brothers, Robert and Earl. Howard is survived by his sons, Gary and Patricia Bush, Whitney Point, John Bush, Binghamton and Alan and Kathy Bush, Millsboro, Del., grandchildren, Dianna, Jason, Brian, Amy, Kellie, Katie and Dan; great...

Mar 17, 2017

Beloved mother and grandmother, Noemi Rosario passed away Friday, March 17, 2017. Noemi was a  selfless, hardworking woman, devoted to her family. She took enormous pride in her grandchildren. She will be remembered by family and friends as a second mother who made sure everyone was well fed and taken care of. She was predeceased by her parents, Antonio and...

Mar 13, 2017

  George J. Bates, 59, passed away March 13, 2017. He was a very devoted family man and was loved by many. George was the Superintendent of Clayton Village Apartments for 27 years. He loved his beloved dog, Braxton, the outdoors and was an avid hunter. He is predeceased by his parents, Richard and Thelma Bates. George is survived by his...

Mar 13, 2017

Roberta "Robbie" A. Dyer, a native of CA and a resident of Endicott NY, passed away from cancer on 3/13/2017. She was a loving mother and fierce friend. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dorothy and Eldon Akin and her sister Vicky Lynne and brother Charles.  She is survived by her 2 children, Leann and Jason Dyer and...

Mar 7, 2017

Beloved mother and grandmother, Doris L. Montgomery, 86, passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2017. Doris was a woman whose life revolved around her family. She kept busy by raising her children and grandchildren. She loved baking for her family and was a local celebrity when it came to her cinnamon rolls. Things she loved as well were, shopping, polka music...

Feb 27, 2017

Beloved son, brother, and uncle David Bidwell, 37, passed away Monday, February 27, 2017. David was a funny guy who always had a story to tell. He was a dependable friend who was always there when needed. He had the worst collection of jokes to tell- (“What animal always tells you he’s in pain?  A cat cause he always says...

Feb 26, 2017

  Beloved wife and mother, Florence Leona Bonsell, 56, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2017. She was predeceased by James and Margaret Brady, sister, Peggy Yates, brother, James Brady, Jr., father-in-law, Walter Bonsell and brother-in-law, Wayne Bonsell. Florence is survived by her husband William, children; William Bonsell, Jr., Brendon Bonsell and Mechelle Bonsell; stepchildren; Michael Bogart and Danielle Bonsell and mother-in-law,...

Feb 18, 2017

Arthur A. Gregory Of Chenango Bridge Arthur A. Gregory, 94, of Chenango Bridge, NY, passed away peacefully at Wilson Memorial Hospital on February 18, 2017. Arthur was predeceased by his wife of 59 years, Martha Gregory. Arthur is survived by his daughters; Ellen Wandling and husband Bill, and Clare and her husband Frank. He is also survived by some very...

Feb 12, 2017

Feb 4, 2017

Joan Beverly Rocke Of Binghamton Joan B. Rocke, 82, of Binghamton passed away Saturday February 4, 2017 at United Health Services Wilson Hospital. Born August 24, 1934 in Oneonta, NY the daughter of the late Ellen (McCarman) and Kenneth Roloson and sister of the late Nancy Munson.  She is survived by her daughter and her fiancée Barbara Rocke and Anthony...

Jan 30, 2017

  Stanley C. “Charlie” McMullen, 71, passed away January 30, 2017.  He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Stanley is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Ruth, sons; Michael (Samantha) McMullen, Binghamton, and Matthew McMullen and Helene, Port Crane, five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.  He leaves behind, mother, Frances McMullen, sisters and brothers-in-law, Elaine and...

Jan 27, 2017

     Elizabeth Ann “Betty” Cullen, 89, passed away quietly on the early morning of January 27, 2017. She was born on November 20, 1927 in Carbondale, PA, to John and Mary Millon, and is now reunited with her late husband Francis Michael Cullen.      Betty dedicated her life to nourishing those around her with love and faith. A devoted mother of four...

Jan 27, 2017

Daytona Beach, FL: Edward George Mercincavage, 77, loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend to many, went suddenly to be with the Lord on January 27, 2017. Edward was born in Pittston, PA to Charles and Julia Mercincavage and lived in Binghamton NY, Syracuse NY, and Daytona Beach FL for most of his life. Edward was a member of...

Jan 25, 2017

William “Bill” G. Bailey 58, of Binghamton, (formerly of Dundee, NY) passed away Wednesday evening January 25th, 2017 surrounded by his loving wife and family. He loved his family, and was blessed to meet his soulmate/wife Debbie or as he called her “Cooch”. He was a great man with a kind/beautiful soul, always a smile on his face. When he...

Jan 24, 2017

Lyon, Amy V. Morris Amy V. Lyon, age 98, died on January 24, 2017 at Vestal Park Nursing Center. She was born on April 17, 1918 in Nordmort, PA. the daughter of the late Ollie and Mable Smith Morris and the step daughter of Anna Weatherhill Morris. She was the classic homemaker who took wonderful care of her family and...