Obituaries

David Leonard

David Leonard

Jan 28, 2013

David Leonard, 71, died at home January 28, 2013 after a long entanglement with cancer. This occurred two weeks after he and his wife, Linda Wiltz acknowledged their 46th wedding anniversary. David is also survived by a daughter, Elisabeth Anne Leonard and husband, Adam Hill of California, son, Marc David Leonard, of Oregon, 3 grandchildren, Benjamin, Jaden and Kaia. He leaves behind brother,...

Betty Fedor Fitch

Betty Fedor Fitch

Jan 24, 2013

Betty Fedor Fitch, 81, was taken home by the Lord Thursday, January 24, 2013. A compassionate, loving and caring person toward others, Betty was always there to help anyone in need. She was predeceased by her parents, Michael and Angela Fedor, brothers; John and Raymond Fedor and sister, Joan Fedor. Betty is survived by her loving husband of 51 years,...

Clara A. Micalizzi

Clara A. Micalizzi

Jan 23, 2013

Clara A. Micalizzi, 69, passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2013. She was a wonderful person in all respects and was loved deeply by everyone who knew her. Clara will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She was predeceased by her parents George and Clara Urciuoli and in-laws, Sam and Margaret Micalizzi. Clara is survived by her loving husband...

Curtis Brown

Curtis Brown

Jan 21, 2013

Curtis Brown, 60, has gone to play the big gig in the sky Monday, January 21, 2013. He was predeceased by his parents, Melvin and Louella Brown and brother, Mark Brown. Curtis is survived by, his partner, Susan West, children, Sarah (Mike) Brown, Delta, Pa., Jessica, Barrett and Tequila, all of Binghamton. He leaves behind treasured grandchildren, Destiny, Zackeri, Joshua,...

Gladys J. Knight

Gladys J. Knight

Jan 17, 2013

My beloved mother, Gladys J. Knight, 88, joined her husband and my father, George, Thursday, January 17, 2013 in Heaven. Gladys was a gentle soul. She was very intelligent, an honor student in school. She met her best friend Ann Carey when they were sixteen living at the YWCA. They remained friends until Ann’s death until in 2007. Mom will...

Frances Kahn

Frances Kahn

Jan 16, 2013

Frances Kahn, 87, passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2013. Fran is survived by her son, Jeff and Rebecca Kahn, Vestal, treasured grandson; Gabriel, sister; Ann Markon and brother; Steve Ackerman, both of Florida. She leaves behind many cherished friends. Funeral services will be held 1:00 pm, Sunday, January 20, 2013 at Temple Concord, 5 Riverside Drive, Binghamton with Rabbi Rachael...

Kenneth A. Hall

Kenneth A. Hall

Jan 12, 2013

   Kenneth A Hall, age 87, of Vestal NY, passed away peacefully at home January 12, 2013.  He was a great man of integrity, honesty, and was highly respected in business and life. He believed in hard work, being loyal and fair to his employees, contractors and customers. Ken was a humble, generous and loving husband, father and grandfather. He...

Margaret Rose Hickox

Margaret Rose Hickox

Jan 10, 2013

   Margaret Rose Atkinson Hickox, 64, went to heaven on the wings of angels, Friday, January 10, 2013. Her life was measured by the love and sacrifice she always made for her family. She is predeceased by her parents Frederick and Margaret Irene Smith Atkinson, brothers, Charlie, Kenny, Bobby and Jerry. Peggy is survived by her husband, David and their...

George A. Harold

George A. Harold

Jan 9, 2013

George A. Harold, 60, passed away Wednesday, January 9, 2013. He was predeceased by his mother, Annie Ruth Harold and sister, Annie Ruth Harold. George is survived by his children; Jason Spivey, Providence, RI, Quinn Godfrey, Ithaca, Alan Godfrey, Long Beach, CA and Kadeem Harold, Orlando, FL. He leaves behind 3 grandsons, Marquis, Kashis and Madden, father, Samuel Harold, Providence,...

Betty Blount

Betty Blount

Jan 3, 2013

      Betty Jo Bradley Blount was born to the late Bessie Chancellor on September 29, 1941 in Brighton Alabama. While a teenager she moved to Memphis, Tennessee. If you ask anyone about Betty, they will tell you, she was sweet, kind, soft spoken and loving. She became a mother to all. Betty allowed her kids friends to stay with her...

Richard Kwiatkowski

Richard Kwiatkowski

Jan 1, 2013

Richard "Ski" "Doc" Kwiatkowski went to sleep peacefully at home on January 2, 2013 surrounded by his loving family after enduring much pain. He was a pillar of strength, a man of few words, a real man’s man. He was born July 21, 1947. Richard, "Mr. Wonderful", is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Judy, his children, Nicole...

Ann Samson

Ann Samson

Dec 24, 2012

     Ann Samson, nee DuBrava, 88, passed away Monday, December 24, 2012. Ann was a remarkably caring mother whose selfless concern was always her family. She was predeceased by her husband, Perry C. Samson. Ann is survived by her children, Gloria J. and Richard Knapp, Harpursville, Perry J. and Deborah Samson, Ann Arbor, Mich., Julie A. Samson and Robert Henry,...

Bertha Jackson

Bertha Jackson

Dec 18, 2012

Bertha Jackson, 74, passed away December 18, 2012. Graveside services will be held 10:00 am, Friday, December 21, 2012 at Chenango Valley Cemetery, Nowlan Road, Hillcrest with the Reverend Michael Shank officiating. Arrangements for the family are directed by the DeMunn Funeral Home.

Stuart Morgan Holmes

Stuart Morgan Holmes

Dec 16, 2012

     Stuart M. Holmes, 91, left us on Sunday, December 16, 2012 to be reunited with his loved ones who predeceased him who include his son-in-law, Warren Bush. He was a perfect example of what God intended Man should be. Stu is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Barbara, children, Barbara Bush, Owego, Gary and Bonnie Holmes, Endwell,...

Hugh A. Creveling

Hugh A. Creveling

Dec 10, 2012

Hugh A. Creveling, 69, passed away Monday, December 10, 2012. Graveside services with full military honors were held 11:00 am, Monday, December 17, 2012 at Glenwood Cemetery.

Maureen A. Mcmanus

Maureen A. Mcmanus

Dec 8, 2012

Maureen A. McManus, 52, of Binghamton passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 8, 2012 at Lourdes Hospital, after a long courageous battle with cancer. She was dear, caring person with a wonderful personality who will be missed by many. Maureen was born in Syracuse, NY and is predeceased by her parents, Donald F. and Ruth S. McManus, brother, Edward McManus...

Sandra Craig Baxter

Sandra Craig Baxter

Dec 8, 2012

  Sandra Craig Baxter passed away Saturday, December 8, 2012 after many years suffering from cancer at home in the house that she loved. She maintained a positive attitude throughout her illness. Sandra will be greatly missed and remembered for her warm smile and giving spirit. She was predeceased by her parents Clarence and Beverly Craig and brother, James Craig....

Patricia Jean Walsh

Patricia Jean Walsh

Dec 7, 2012

Patricia Walsh, 75, died peacefully on Friday, Dec. 7, with her family at her side.  Born Patricia Jean Walsh on July 1, 1937, in Binghamton, N.Y., to Marie M. Walsh and Paul Walsh, Patricia devoted her entire life to her five children –William Tabeek and his wife Patty Tabeek; son, Paul Tabeek; daughter, Alesia Hurban and her husband Steve Hurban;...

Gordon A. Steere

Gordon A. Steere

Nov 30, 2012

    Gordon A. Steere, 78, passed away Friday, November 30, 2012. He was predeceased by his parents, Kenneth and Vera Steere.  Gordon is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Dorothy, sons; Daniel and Coleen Steere, Portsmouth, Va. and  Randall and Gail Steere, Town of Binghamton, treasured grandchildren, William and Rhonda Steere, Rebecca Steere, Leslie and Steven Dix, and...

Sharon Pratt Overby Miranowski

Sharon Pratt Overby Miranowski

Nov 30, 2012

     Sharon Overby Pratt Miranowski passed away Friday, November 30, 2012 after a long courageous battle with many health issues. She was a loving and caring person who was strong and gave her all, even though she was sometimes misunderstood. She was predeceased by her mother, Barbara N. Pratt. Sharon is survived by her husband John, daughter, Christie Karis and...