Obituaries

William J. Decker

William J. Decker

Feb 17, 2016

Our beloved father and grandfather, William J. Decker, 91, passed into eternal rest Wednesday, February 17, 2016. He was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Jean, son, William Decker, brothers, DeForest Decker and Robert Decker. Bill is survived by his children, Gail and James Carroll, Pittsford and Barbara Burnett and David Lewis, Binghamton and Nancy Decker, Hazelton, treasured grandchildren;...

Grace B. Simons

Grace B. Simons

Feb 17, 2016

Simons, Grace B. of Binghamton Grace B. Simons, much loved mother and grandmother, entered into eternal rest on February 17, 2016. She was 94. Born on September 4, 1921, Grace was the youngest of four children of Mabel and Solon Barnard. She grew up on the family dairy farm in Hemlock N.Y. and attended Geneseo State College. With her husband,...

Evaline B. (Glann)  Multer

Evaline B. (Glann) Multer

Feb 14, 2016

Evaline Glann Multer (Age 102) On Valentine's Day morning, February 14, 2016, Evaline Glann Multer passed away at the United Methodist Home's Hilltop Campus in Johnson City, New York. She rejoins her beloved husband of 54 years in eternity: Henry Romaine Multer had also passed away on Valentine's Day morning 26 years earlier. Evaline, known as "Eppie" by her many...

Iona May Sickles

Iona May Sickles

Feb 12, 2016

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Iona May Sickles,80, went to be with our Lord on February 12, 2016 with her husband Tim Sickles at her side in their residence in Greene, New York. Born May 14, 1935 in Windsor, New York to William and Kathiren Steinbercher, Iona was predeceased by her son, James A. Lockwood, Jr and grandson, Shannon R....

Lawrence "Bill" Whitney

Lawrence "Bill" Whitney

Feb 6, 2016

Lawrence "Bill" Whitney, 89, passed away Saturday, Febuary 6, 2016. Bill was the owner of Lawrence’s Beauty Salon in Binghamton. He was predeceased by his parents, Harold and Clara Whitney, son, Lawrence “Muzzy” Whitney. He is survived by his companion of many years, Mardelle Vest, Binghamton, his children, Lorie and Joe Borrelli, Raleigh, NC and Tim Whitney, Binghamton, treasured grandchildren,...

Duane Vosburg

Duane Vosburg

Jan 31, 2016

Our beloved, Duane Vosburg, 83, was reunited with his Lord, family and friends in heaven, Sunday, January 31, 2016. Duane was a man of great faith. He spent his life serving God at the Hawleyton United Methodist Church, Gideons, the Holiness Association, One Mission Society and Men for Missions. He served on the Board of Simpson Park Camp Meeting where...

May Bradley

May Bradley

Jan 26, 2016

Our beloved wife and mother, May Bradley, 88, went to be with her Lord Tuesday, January 26, 2016. May is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Elmer, son and daughter-in-law, Neal and Beth Bradley and grandson, Shane Bradley. Funeral services will be held 10:30 am, Friday, January 29, 2016 at the DeMunn Funeral Home, 36 Conklin Avenue, Binghamton...

Eugene A. Puylara

Eugene A. Puylara

Jan 26, 2016

Eugene A. Puylara Of Johnson City Eugene A. Puylara, 79, of Johnson City passed away Tuesday January 26, 2016 at Wilson Memorial Hospital United Health Services. Born October 31, 1936 in Oneonta, NY the son of the late Emma (Klinger) and John Puylara. Eugene was also predeceased by his beloved step mother Marjorie Puylara. Eugene is survived by his...

Peggy Lee Stuart

Peggy Lee Stuart

Jan 12, 2016

Obituary of Peggy Stuart Our beloved, Peggy Williams Stuart, 50, passed away January 12, 2016. Peggy was a devoted and caring individual. She lit up any room she walked into. A lover of music with a beautiful voice, she enjoyed sharing every moment of life. Peggy thanked everyone for their help; in her words “You made me laugh and gave...

William Bordenet

William Bordenet

Jan 10, 2016

Obituary of William BordenetWilliam Bordenet, 66, passed away peacefully at his home, Sunday, January 10, 2016. Bill life was devoted to his son Kyle; he was Kyle’s biggest fan and never missed one of his games. He doted on his granddaughters as they were his pride and joy. He was loved by and will leave a space which can never...

Thelma (Kranson)  Cohen

Thelma (Kranson) Cohen

Jan 3, 2016

Thelma Cohen, 88, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother died on Sunday, January 2, 2016, at Wilson Memorial Hospital after a long and happy life.  Born December 26, 1927 in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Ida and Morris Kranson.  She was predeceased by her loving husband Jacob; her brothers Albert, Isadore, and Sidney; nephew Marty Kranson and...

Edwin Harvey

Edwin Harvey

Dec 26, 2015

Obituary of Edwin HarveyEdwin J. Harvey, 81, passed away Saturday, December 26, 2015. He is now in the hands of the Lord, where he will suffer no more. He was predeceased by his parents Raymond and Sadie Harvey. Ed is survived by his sister and brother-in-law; Betty and Lester Jones, Binghamton and brother, Richard (Norma) Harvey. He leaves behind a...

Dorothy D. (Davis)  Wooster

Dorothy D. (Davis) Wooster

Dec 26, 2015

Dorothy D. Wooster, 98, of Binghamton passed away Saturday, December 26, 2015 at the Elizabeth Church Manor. She was predeceased by her husband Roger V. Wooster, and her sisters; Elizabeth Oakley and Marjorie Clark. She is survived by her nephew, Scott (Judy) Oakley, of Whitney Point, NY. She was a member of Trinity Memorial Episcopal Church in Binghamton. Dorothy was...

Barbara Whitaker

Barbara Whitaker

Dec 23, 2015

Obituary of Barbara WhitakerOur beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Barbara Whitaker, 91, passed away Wednesday, December 23, 2015. She devoted her life to taking care of her family. She was predeceased by her parents, Earl and Charlotte Tuttle, grandson, Timothy Kaim. Barbara is survived by her husband of 70 years, Paul, son, Mark and Katherine Whitaker, treasured grandchildren; Amber Whitaker,...

Mary M Normile

Mary M Normile

Dec 18, 2015

Obituary of Mary Normile Mary Normile, 75, passed away Friday, December 18, 2015. Mary was a loving caring person who would do anything for anyone she met. She will be remembered for her great sense of humor. She was predeceased by her parents, Michael and Norine Normile, brothers, Michael and John and sister-in-law, Madoyln. Mary is survived by her longtime...

Mary Sirianna

Mary Sirianna

Dec 16, 2015

Obituary of Mary Sirianna Our beloved mother, Mary Sirianna, 88, passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 16, 2015. She will be remembered for her beautiful singing voice, as being a great cook, and an avid NY Yankees fan. Mary was a loving caregiver to her husband for many years prior to his passing. She was predeceased by her husband James, parents,...

Thomas Chantry

Thomas Chantry

Dec 13, 2015

Obituary of Thomas ChantryThomas E. Chantry, 65, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, December 13, 2015. Tom was a loyal son and brother who will be greatly missed. He was predeceased by his parents, Wendell O. Chantry and Betty and Fred Riley and brothers, Wendell Chantry II and David Chantry. Tom is survived by sister and brother-in-law, Judy and Dave Clark, Binghamton...

Margaret Piehnik

Margaret Piehnik

Dec 6, 2015

Obituary of Margaret Piehnik Margaret Piehnik, 84, passed away Sunday, December 6, 2015. She was predeceased by her huband, John. Margaret is survived by her children; Elizabeth Snyder,Peter Piehnik, Alice Caroompas, John Piehnik, 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Margaret was the Director of Nursing at the Hilltop Nursing Home. She was a 1952 graduate of the Lenox Hill Hospital...

Robert D Zanrucha

Robert D Zanrucha

Nov 19, 2015

Obituary of Robert ZanruchaOur beloved husband and father, Robert D. Zanrucha, 60, has gone to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 19, 2015. Bob was a loving and devoted father, a loyal friend, a cherished and active member of Sacred Heart Ukrainian Church. He contributed to his community; there was no project in his neighborhood that he would not...

Arthur B Gordon

Arthur B Gordon

Nov 14, 2015

Obituary of Arthur GordonBeloved husband, father and grandfather, Arthur B. Gordon, 87, passed away at his home surrounded by his family, Saturday, November 14, 2015. Art was the glue which holds families together. He devoted his life to his family and helping others throughout the community. He was predeceased by his infant daughter, Lynn Gloria, his parents, Jessie D. and...