Obituaries

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...

Jan 21, 2017

Gail Janet Weinberg, 69, passed away peacefully January 21, 2017. Gail was an independent woman, who was never shy about sharing her opinions. Late in life, she was more involved in her Jewish religion and became a Bat Mitzvah as an adult. She cherished family and friends above all, and participating in holiday celebrations and family events was very special...

Jan 16, 2017

Peter A. Daniels, 90, passed away peacefully January 16, 2017 after a short, unexpected illness. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Dolores Daniels; daughter, Eve Daniels, brother; Jack (Barbara) Daniels and numerous relatives and friends.  He was a graduate of Binghamton Central High School, McGill University and the Syracuse College of Law. Peter honorably served his country...

Jan 16, 2017

Martha Hammond Budd, 86, formerly of Johnson City passed away January 16th, 2017 at Gilchrist Hospice Care in Columbia, MD after a battle with cancer and post surgery complications. She is predeceased by her parents, Lyman and Martha Hammond of Binghamton as well as a brother, Robert and wife Nancy Hammond of Pittsford, NY.  She is survived by her loving...

Dec 26, 2016

Kathryn A. Kilmer Of Binghamton Kathryn A. Kilmer, 74 of Binghamton, passed away December 26 2016, at her home surrounded by her family. Born July 18th, 1942 in Binghamton NY, the daughter of the late Lloyd and Pauline (English) Foster and loving wife of the late John R. Kilmer, SR. Kathryn was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Her favorite...

Dec 18, 2016

Jeffrey W. Spencer Of Binghamton Jeffrey W. Spencer, 57, of Binghamton, passed away unexpectedly December 18, 2016 at his home. Jeffrey loved nature, astrological events, meteorology, and sports. He was a talented chef, working in many of Binghamton's   best restaurants.  He had a great sense of humor. Jeffrey was a very private person with a "Live and Let Live" attitude....

Nov 26, 2016

Charles “Chuck” H. Monta, Jr. sadly passed away at home due to complications of Agent Orange from his tour of duty in Vietnam. He has joined God, his parents Dolores and Charles, sister, Beatrice Nedrow, mother-in-law, Helen Price and many friends; Mike, Chuck, Spanky and Bronx, to name a few. Chuck’s loyalty to family and friends is unquestioned. He had...

Nov 22, 2016

Esther Louise Joyce, born on November 23, 1924, went to be with her family in heaven on November 22, 2016.  Esther is survived by her loving family of nieces and nephews – Jack Joyce, Barbara Groover, Gloria Williams, Gary Fowler, David Fowler, Callie Brunelli, Gene Buckley, Jon Buckley, Connie Ackley and Donald Holton and their families.  She was pre-deceased by...

Nov 19, 2016

Helen Claire Burkhardt, known to all who knew her as simply “Claire,” died on November 19, 2016. She was 86. She was devoted to her husband Darrel Burkhardt, who predeceased her in 2003. Together they raised two children, Carolyn E. Scott, of Afton, N.Y., and John D. Burkhardt, Jr., of Tacoma, Wash. Claire was born in Reading, Penna., and spent...

Nov 18, 2016

     Joan Cahill Stephens departed peacefully on November 18, 2016 at Wilson Hospital after extended illness. She was 87 years old.  Joan was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Marie Cahill; her son, Richard J. Stephens and, only three weeks earlier, by her husband, Richard G. Stephens.  She is survived by her sister, Marilyn Husar; her son, Jeffrey G....