Obituaries

Sep 3, 2015

Obituary of Charles Fries Charles C. Fries shuffled off this mortal coil on a warm Thursday evening, September 3rd, at age 92. He died quietly in his "comfy chair" while watching a John Wayne movie. Having grown up in Ann Arbor Michigan as well as several European countries, Charley would often joke that he could misspell in several languages. Prior...

Aug 15, 2015

Obituary of Robert Bidwell, Jr.Robert Earl Bidwell, Jr., 70, joined his parents, Robert and Vivian Bidwell and brother, Charles E. Bidwell in heaven on August 15, 2015. Bob served his country honorably as a United States Marine during the Vietnam War and was a truck driver both locally and long distance. Bob is survived by his wife of 24 years,...

Aug 10, 2015

Obituary of Robert Isaacson Dr. Robert Lee Isaacson, 86, of Binghamton, NY, passed away on August 10, 2015. Bob was born on September 26, 1928 in Detroit, Michigan. As the only child of Emil Alfred Isaacson and Edna Evelyn Johnson Isaacson, he attended the University of Michigan, where he ultimately earned a doctor of philosophy degree in psychology. While studying,...

Aug 7, 2015

Obituary of Alice Riley Alice Riley, 83, passed away peacefully Friday, August 7, 2015 with her loving family by her side. Alice loved her family unconditionally. Mom brightened our everyday with her encouragement, love and hope. She had a positive outlook on life and inspired her children to become the best they could be and carried her through difficult times....

Aug 6, 2015

Richard S. Jallad, 69, of Binghamton, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2015.  Richard was born near Hollywood California and lived most of his life in Binghamton.  He was predeceased by his Father Yassin and mother Mary and many close family members.  He is survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews as well as a handful of close friends.  Richard...

Aug 4, 2015

Obituary of Kevin Sullivan Kevin P. Sullivan, 60, died Tuesday, August 4, 2015. Kevin graduated from Catholic Central High School and North Adams College. He was self?employed in the roofing business for many years and most recently was a cab driver . He was a Giants fan and an avid reader; he especially enjoyed reading about history. Kevin was a...

Aug 3, 2015

Lula M. Stratton, 91, of Binghamton, NY passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, August 3rd, 2015 at Bridgewater Rehabilitation Center, Binghamton. She was predeceased by her parents, Edward (Ed) G and Elizabeth G (Lizzie) (Moore) Stratton, and nephew Todd A Stratton. She is survived by her brother and wife, James C (Jim) and Marion L Stratton, beloved nephew...

Jul 29, 2015

Obituary of Robert White Robert White, 67, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2015. Bob proudly served is country in the United States Navy and retired from NYSEG after many years as a Substation Designer. He was a longtime member of the Stoutmen, playing banjo and guitar. Bob is survived by his wife of 37 years, Bonnie, children Timothy, Christy and...

Jul 28, 2015

Obituary of Thomas GolloglyThomas Gollogly, 53, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2015. Tom’s family was the most important part of his life. He was predeceased by his mother, Janet Cotropia. Tom is survived by his daughter, Lynzi Gollogly and partner, David Gotthardt, Binghamton, grandson, Andrew Hauser, Jr., father, Gerald Gollogly, Vestal, siblings, Gerald and Mary Gollogly, Binghamton, Audie Gollogly, Paul...

Jul 25, 2015

Obituary of Michael Morton Our beloved son, Michael Morton, 51, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2015. Michael was an avid fisherman and he loved his dog, Stitch. He was predeceased by brother, John. Michael is survived by parents, Jack and Mae Morton, Windsor, brother, Steve and Lisa Morton, Charlottesville, Va. , uncle and aunt, Bud and Carol Morton, Windsor and...

Jul 25, 2015

Obituary of Robert Smales Robert W. Smales, 87, died peacefully at home Saturday, July 25, 2015 after a long battle with cancer which he fought with courage and grace. Rob was proud to have served his country in the Korean War. He was a member of the Hawleyton United Methodist Church. He was predeceased by his sisters; Janice Reynolds, Marcia...

Jul 14, 2015

Obituary of John Felton John Felton, 78, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2015, as a result of a fall. He was born in Ariat, Pennsylvania but live in Broome County most of his life. John retired from Giant Markets after more than fifty years of service. He enjoyed fishing and tinkering in the garage. He was active in and president...

Jul 10, 2015

Obituary of James McGuane, Jr. James L. McGuane Jr. passed away on Friday July 10, 2015 at his home. He was predeceased by his parents, James Sr. and Katherine; Brother Rick. James is survived by his brothers; John, Dave, Steve, Bill (Maria), and Bob; his sisters; Pat, Sue (Tim) Ford, Helen Borruso and Kathy, lifelong friend Dave Hull, many nieces...

Jul 10, 2015

Robert H. Lee Robert H. Lee 100, passed away peacefully on July 10th, 2015. He is predeceased by his three loving wives. Robert is a World War II Veteran and a life time member of American Legion Post #80. Robert will be remembered for his fun filled adventures and his caring, loving ways in which he took care of all...

Jul 6, 2015

Obituary of James Klein, Jr. James M. Klein, Jr., 32, passed away July 6, 2015. He was predeceased by his mother, Tammy and brothers, Michael and Sean, grandfather, Francis John Klein. James is survived by his father, James Klein, Sr. and partner, Carol Lesjack, Hallstead, grandparents, Irene and Gerald Fitch, Binghamton, uncles and aunts, Jay and Beth Klein, David and...

Jul 4, 2015

Jul 2, 2015

Obituary of Lillian Brodbeck Our beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Lillian Brodbeck, 80, passed away, Thursday, July 2, 2015. Her husband Ken would describe her as a “Sweetheart” and would say “God love her”. Lillian is survived by her devoted husband of 62 years, Kenneth, children; Gary and Gina Brodbeck, Kirkwood, Ronald and Karin Brodbeck, Red Hook, NY, Jody and...

Jun 18, 2015

Obituary of Sharon LancasterSharon Lynn Lancaster, 76, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2015. Sharon was intelligent, an voracious reader and puzzle master. Her standards were set high, for both herself and her family. Her strength, wisdom, devotion and loyalty were the most important influences upon her daughter and granddaughter. Sharon and her husband, Walt loved ballroom dancing and spent many...

Jun 13, 2015

Obituary of Maryse VitaleOur beloved sister and aunt, Maryse Vitale, 78, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2015. Maryse was everyone's friend, she loved people. The door to her home was always open to friends and family; if you arrived at her home you would be expected to share a home-cooked delicious meal. Maryse led a colorful life, never afraid to...

Jun 12, 2015

Betty B. Riker of Binghamton Betty B. Riker, 91, died Friday June 12, 2015 at Wilson Hospital. She was predeceased by her parents Harry and Edna Barth, her husband Clarence A. Riker, and her son, Stephen W. Riker. She is survived by her son Robert J. Riker of Binghamton; her daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and John Love, Feura Bush; four...