Obituaries

Mar 17, 2015

OBITUARY FOR RUTH ORETSKIN Ruth Oretskin, 98, passed away on March 17, 2015 in Surprise, AZ.  She was a long-time resident of Binghamton, NY.  Ruth was predeceased by her husband, Aaron Oretskin and her daughter, Binnie Glorit.  She is survived by daughter Gail Bober (Haim), daughter Shari Shapiro (Leonard), son Barry Aaronson (Susan), son-in-law Irv Glorit, nine grandchildren (Lori Lasser,...

Mar 13, 2015

Hershey S. Rozen, 70, of Vestal passed away on March 13th, 2015 after a courageous two month battle with lung cancer. He is predeceased by his month and father Martha and Irving Rozen. He is survived by his beloved wife Bonnie of 34 years; daughters Rachel, Brittany and Arielle; Brother Barry (Joan) and Niece Courtney; Sister Cynthia Wilkenfeld and many...

Mar 10, 2015

David Hawley, 72, passed away March 10, 2015. He was predeceased by his parents, James and Marion Hawley and brother, James Hawley, Jr. David is survived by his sister, Evelyn Davidson of Homer. David was born and raised in Homer, New York and was a graduate of the Homer Schools. He was a longtime member of Cortland 7th-day Adventist Church....

Mar 10, 2015

Obituary of David HawleyDavid Hawley, 72, passed away March 10, 2015. He was predeceased by his parents, James and Marion Hawley and brother, James Hawley, Jr. David is survived by his sister, Evelyn Davidson of Homer. David was born and raised in Homer, New York and was a graduate of the Homer Schools. He was a longtime member of Cortland...

Mar 7, 2015

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Aleen “Lee” Menta passed away Saturday, March 7, 2015. Aleen’s generous spirit made sure her family was kept warm with the sweaters, afghans and stockings that were knitted for all. Each of her family members had their favorite pies or cakes baked with love for their birthdays. Aleen was the bright spot in the Log...

Mar 6, 2015

Our beloved mother, Judith Ann Lasher, 72 passed away, Friday, March 6, 2015. She was predeceased by her husband, Jacob. Judy’s love was to spend time with family and friends. She enjoyed cards, puzzles and the casino. She’d go anywhere at the drop of the hat, unless it was card night. The highlight of her week was to go to...

Mar 6, 2015

Feb 27, 2015

Thomas A. Barbour, 75, passed away at home on February 27th, 2015. Tom was born in Buchanan, MI, but was raised primarily in Indiana and attended Purdue University. He is survived by his wife Irene; his son, Dale (Donna); his daughter, Jennifer (Greg); his five grandchildren, David, Sierra, Christopher, Joshua, Alexander and one great grandson, Cooper. Tom is also survived...

Feb 25, 2015

Our beloved mother, Marion L. McKane passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2015.Many will remember that Marion always had a smile on her face. She loved to travel and was ready to go at a moment’s notice. Over the years she made many good friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Clarence, daughters; LeMoyne and Donna, sister, Elizabeth Pastor and brother;...

Feb 24, 2015

William Arthur Reynolds, 57, passed away suddenly Tuesday, February 24, 2015. He will be remembered as a kind loving man who was always there for his grandkids and was a person who placed everyone else above himself. Bill loved riding his bicycles, being with people. He was predeceased by his parents George and Catherine Reynolds, brother, Butch Reynolds. Bill is...

Feb 20, 2015

Wolfgang Paul Kappe, 84, Professor Emeritus of Mathematics at Binghamton University, died on Friday, February 20, 2015. He is survived by his wife, Luise-Charlotte of Vestal, NY, sons Bernhard and Dietrich, their spouses and two granddaughters of Chicago, IL. He was born in Berlin, Germany on March 11, 1930, the only child of Horst and Hildegard (Tharun) Kappe. He grew...

Feb 20, 2015

Feb 19, 2015

Thomas Alva Myers,62, passed away peacefully on Feb.19, 2015. He was born in Margaretville, NY, to William Henry Myers and Mary Moran Myers. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Lynn Myers, of Greenville, SC, ex-wife Margaret Torto, son, Thomas Walter Myers and daughter Christina Irene Myers of Binghamton, NY, brothers, Michael (Sherri), Patrick (Cindy) and Frederick Myers...

Feb 18, 2015

Sylvia "Katie" Scarantino, 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday February 18, 2014. She was predeceased by her husband of 65 years, Joseph Scarantino and son-in-law, Norm French. She is survived by her three children; Charlie and Judy Scarantino of Binghamton; Angie French of Vestal; and Pete and Maxine Scarantino of Binghamton; five grandchildren, Charlie and Linda Scarantino, Nick and Lori...

Feb 15, 2015

Michael Scott Marlowe (Scott) of Endicott Michael Scott Marlowe, of Endicott passed away Sunday February 15th, 2015 at his home. Family and Friends are invited to call Saturday, February 21 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at the Ernest H. Parsons Funeral Home 71 Main Street, Binghamton, NY. A Funeral Service will follow at the funeral home at 3:00 pm.

Feb 14, 2015

Our beloved husband and father, Alan “Al” Horine, 68, passed away, Saturday, February 14, 2015 surrounded by his family. Knowing Al was quite an experience; his gift for storytelling kept us all entertained. Al never missed a Giants game he was a fan since childhood. Al had many different hobbies throughout the years but excelled at horticulture and took several...

Feb 14, 2015

Leona "Ella" Ricciardi, 95, passed away Feb. 14, 2015. She was born Aug. 20, 1919, in Charleroi, Pa., the daughter of John and Elizabeth Klantik. She was predeceased by her husband of 43 years, Genesio "Gondo" Ricciardi. She was also predeceased by her brother, Joseph. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Gary and Adrienne Ricciardi, grandson Daniel Ricciardi,...

Feb 12, 2015

Ruth S. Groh, 91, formerly of Binghamton, NY, died Thursday February 12th, 2015 at the Fall River Jewish Home, Fall River, MA. Born July 14, 1923 in Exeter, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Minnie (Mark) and Harry Sicherman, and loving wife of Robert H. Groh. Ruth lived in Binghamton for many years with her husband Robert whom she married...

Feb 10, 2015

Dale Steward, 66, passed away suddenly February 10, 2015. Dale is survived by his loving family, wife, Shelly, daughter and son-in-law, Tiffaney and Thomas Hubbert of Tampa, Fla. and treasured grandchildren, Ayana and Graden. At his request, funeral services will be private. To forward condolences please visit www.demunnfh.com. Arrangements for the family are directed by the DeMunn Funeral Home.

Feb 6, 2015

Frank J. Lashway, 53, “aka” WWF – Window Washer Frank passed away at home with courage and dignity on Friday, February 6, 2015 while holding his sister’s hand. Frank lived every day to the fullest and on his own terms. He loved football and was a loyal Giants fan. Frank had a rough, tough exterior and a heart of gold....