Obituaries

Aug 8, 2017

Tania Church Moore, 38, lost her battle with addiction on August 9, 2017. Tania was a generous, loving and kind soul, she was a good friend to many and always fought the cause for the underdog. She was passionate about her artwork which she shared with many. Tania studied human services through life experiences and at SUNY Broome by obtaining...

Aug 8, 2017

John Elton Chantry, Sr., age 86, of Binghamton, NY passed away Tuesday August 8, 2017.He graduated from Binghamton North High School, was a Marine Veteran who served in the Korean War, and later received his BA degree from State University of New York, Harpur College (now Binghamton University). John worked as a Science Teacher in the Binghamton City School District,...

Aug 3, 2017

Elsie (Betty) Burchell of Johnson City, NY, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, Thursday, August 3, 2017. She was born on April 29, 1925 in Factoryville, PA and moved to Johnson City, NY to raise her family.  Betty was an exceptional lady, a loving Mom who loved her family and friends with all her heart.  She had a witty sense...

Jul 25, 2017

Judith C. Lawrence, formerly of Binghamton, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 25th, 2017 at her home on Seneca Lake, NY. Judy was predeceased by her loving husband of 52 years, Ronald G. Lawrence, and her parents, Edna (nee Parsons) and Harold Latham. She is survived by her two daughters, Kristine Lawrence of Rochester, NY; and Kimberly Miller...

Jul 22, 2017

  Beloved son, brother and friend, Nicholas Anthony McKiernan, 26, died unexpectedly Saturday, July 22, 2017 after a long battle with drug addiction.  Nick tried to beat his demons with every fiber of his being, but in the end, he was unable to.  Nick was sweet, had a heart of gold, a witty sense of humor and utilized sarcasm like a...

Jul 21, 2017

Bonnie Lorraine Marks (Crystal) Bonnie Marks of Binghamton, NY and Boynton Beach, FL passed away Friday, July 21st after a year-long battle with cancer. She was predeceased by her parents, George and Ethel Crystal and her son-in-law, Robert Weisbrot. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Josef B. Marks, her children Jeffrey (Judy) Marks of Potomac,...

Jul 18, 2017

LULU CAROLINE BOYER BRECHKO

Lulu Caroline Boyer Brechko, 97, of Windsor, NY, passed away peacefully on July 18th, 2017, at Mercy House of the Southern Tier.   Lulu was born on May 6, 1920 in Middletown, New York and spent her early years growing up in Orange County, New York.  After marrying Michael Matthew Brechko, the love of...

Jul 14, 2017

Beloved husband and father, Ronald Kleps, 77, (one-day short of his 78th birthday), passed away unexpectedly Friday, July 14, 2017. Ron was an avid outdoorsman, fisherman, hunter and hiker. He will be remembered for his love of coin collecting by the many boxes and containers that we are still finding throughout the house. He was predeceased by his parents, Harry...

Jul 13, 2017

Jane Elizabeth (Dewey) Cash Jane Elizabeth Cash, passed away Thursday July 13, 2017 in North Andover MA. She was predeceased by her husband George. At her request a Graveside Service will be held Tuesday July 18, at 12:00 pm at Vestal Hills Memorial Park. Vestal NY. Arrangements are with the Ernest H. Parsons Funeral Home 71 Main Street, Binghamton,...

Jul 7, 2017

Beloved mother, Lola A. Haskins, 79, of Binghamton passed away Friday, July 7, 2017. Lola loved to watch birds and TV. Her favorites being soap operas, game shows and cartoons. She is predeceased by her parents, Gaylord and Ila Haskins, Sr., son, Jack Pratt, Jr. and grandson, J.J. Pratt. Lola is survived by her children; Mary Lee Mack, Binghamton, Trudy...

Jul 6, 2017

Samuel Horwitz, 88, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2017. Funeral services will be held 10:00 am, Sunday, July 9, 2017 at the DeMunn Funeral Home, 36 Conklin Avenue, Binghamton with Rabbi Zev Silber officiating. Interment will follow services in Beth David Cemetery, Conklin. To forward condolences please visit www.demunn.com.

Jun 24, 2017

Arthur R. Melville, Jr., 64, died suddenly at his home, Saturday, June 24, 2017. Art was a great storyteller, nicknamed “The Truth” by many who knew him. He was a big-hearted loving and caring man with a genuine smile. The center of Art’s life was his three beloved daughters and treasured grandchildren and close four-legged companion, Daisy. Art was born...

Jun 15, 2017

Harry Kalagian, 90, passed away suddenly, Thursday, June 15, 2017. Harry was a big hearted, loving and hardworking man. His life revolved around family and the farm. Harry was a lifelong member of the Town of Binghamton Fire Department. He was predeceased by his daughter, Michelle Kalagian; son, Phillip Kalagian, son-in-law, Brian Reynolds and sister-in-law, Maryse Vitale. Harry is survived...

Jun 15, 2017

Margaret "Tweety" Louise Vail, 99, of Binghamton, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2017.  She was predeceased by husbands' Samuel E. Vail and Donald L. Aylesworth and her brother, William A. Reynolds.  Tweety was born June 28, 1917, in Spencerville, Ohio to Wilmer G. Reynolds and Lois (Hirn) Reynolds. She is survived by her many friends and loving nephews Stephen...

Jun 6, 2017

Wanda Swinamer, 91, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2017 at Good Shepherd Fairview Home. Wanda is survived by her children, Rick (Jackie) Sands, Bill (Margaret) Sands, Sue Sands and Scott Swinamer. Grandchildren, Kelly and Sean McDevitt, Cortney and John Whalen, Richard Sands, Michael Sands, Elizabeth Baker, and David Sands. Great Grandchildren, Shannan, Connor, Erin, Liam McDevitt, Moira and Emma...

Jun 5, 2017

Beloved husband and father, Joseph D. Tinklepaugh, Jr., 87, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer, June 5, 2017. Joe proudly served his country in the Air Force during the Korean War. Upon his return from the service he was employed by Ansco/GAF for 44 years until his retirement. He was a devoted husband and hardworking man who...

Jun 2, 2017

Carol Gibson, 68, went into the comforting arms of our Holy Father in Heaven, June 2, 2017 after a long courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by her soulmate and wife of 42 years, Alice and their son Bill Westwood of Williston, Fla. She leaves behind by her biological family who she was able to find and get to...

Jun 1, 2017

Lorelei "Lori" Fynboe (née Hanson) passed away on June 1, 2017 after an illness. She was 75. Lori was born in Scotia, NY, to her parents, Norman and Madeline Hanson. She graduated from Russell Sage College with a degree in nursing in 1965. The following year, Lori married Roy Fynboe and the couple settled in Binghamton, where she worked as...

May 18, 2017

Douglas Donald Vliet, 60, passed away May 18, 2017. He was predeceased by his parents Douglas and Dolores Vliet, Sr. and brother, Francis Vliet. Douglas is survived by his sisters; Lisa Vliet, Binghamton and Lori and Cheistopher Frino, Binghamton, brother, John Vliet, Binghamton. He leaves behind nieces, Dolores Davies and Kristianna Mullins and nephews, Shawn Swiers and Steven Mullins and...

May 16, 2017

Gale Geiger (nee Gee), 60, passed quietly in her home, May 16, 2017. She was predeceased by her husband, Gerry as well as her parents, Andrew and Anna Gee, Sr. Gale is survived by her brother, Andrew and Susan Gee, Jr., sister, Darlene Gee-Woodfin and her nieces. Funeral services will be private. To forward condolences please visit www.demunn.com. Arrangements for...