Obituaries

Jan 17, 2015

Mary Lou Doody Formerly of Waverly Mary Lou Doody, 71, formerly of Waverly, passed away January 17, 2015, at UHS Wilson Hospital after an extended illness. Mary Lou was born June 10, 1943 in Sayre, PA. She was the daughter of the late Kingsley G. and Elizabeth R. (Lynch) McLean, and loving wife of the late Joseph Doody. Surviving her...

Jan 14, 2015

Nora Herz, (nee Hayum), passed away suddenly on January 14th. She is predeceased by her beloved husband, Werner, her parents Charles and Irma Hayum and her parents-in-law, Isaac and Lina Herz. Nora was born in Trier, Germany in 1936. She and her parents fled Nazi Germany in 1941 and settled in the Washington Heights neighborhood of New York City. Eleven...

Jan 9, 2015

Beloved wife and mother, Mary Katherine “Kay” Travis, 85, passed away peacefully Friday, January 9, 2015. Kay was a lifelong ballroom dancer. She was awarded an all American Teachers Award for her dance instruction. She returned to college after her children were grown and earned her degree from SUNY Binghamton. Kay worked in advertising for The Pennysaver News. She was...

Dec 20, 2014

Patricia Spiak Filiak, a former resident of Binghamton and Chenango Bridge, NY died peacefully December 20, 2014, at the age of 93 years, surrounded by family in Myrtle Beach, SC. Patricia was predeceased by her husband -- Peter Filiak of Binghamton, NY in 1998. She is survived by her daughter Kathy and her husband Cyril Macinka, Myrtle Beach, S.C, son...

Dec 18, 2014

Calvin G. Kennedy Of Binghamton Calvin G. Kennedy, also known as Tagee died Thursday December 18, 2014. Born on November 8, 1962 the son of the Late Hattie McLeod and Lawrence Kennedy, the middle child of five sons Michael, Anthony, David, Shawn and adopted sister Shante. Calvin attended Irvington School System in Irvington, NJ. He was very athletic, and enjoyed...

Dec 14, 2014

Dec 13, 2014

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Loretta E. Jones, 82, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 13, 2014. Her family was always at the center of her life, holidays were a special time with family. She loved singing, dancing and Jeopardy. Many will remember Loretta as the easygoing cafeteria worker from the Susquehanna Valley Middle School. She was predeceased by her husband,...

Dec 12, 2014

Arlene Elizabeth Griffiths, 90, beloved mother of Gary Griffiths, Los Altos Hills, Ca. and Keith (Rebecca) Griffiths, Brackney, Pa., went home to be with the Lord, December 12, 2014. She was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Thomas Griffiths. She will be greatly missed by her sons, grandchildren and great grandchildren. A celebration of Arlene’s long and full life...

Dec 12, 2014

Much loved father, John T. Byce, 63, passed away December 12, 2014 with his family by his side. John went to kneel before his Lord and Savior, as he welcomed him to share the joy of everlasting life. He conquered a long battle with cancer and is now at peace. John was born August 16, 1951 in Binghamton. He graduated...

Dec 11, 2014

Kathryn Joanne (Latonick) Burbank passed away on December 11, 2014 at the age of 74. She was predeceased by her father, Joseph Latonick and her sister, Elizabeth Frederick. Kathryn is survived by her husband Robert Burbank, children and their spouses; Carrie and Ralph Peluso, Amy and David Harner and Tom and Deidre Burbank, 5 treasured grandchildren; Sarah, Lauren, Myles, Molly...

Dec 10, 2014

Jean Finkle, 91, passed away December 10, 2014. She was born to Wilbur and Hattie Clum Simmons on August 15, 1923 in South Kortright, NY. Jean attended Hobart High School and graduated from South Kortright Central School in 1941. She worked in the Hobart Post Office during World War II. Jean married Raeder Finkle in 1945, who still loves her...

Dec 9, 2014

Beloved husband, father, and grandfather, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday December 9th, 2014. Richard is survived by his wife of 62 years, Patricia, his six daughters Denise, Suzanne, Robin, Amy, Tina and Debbie, 16 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren, 5 son-in-laws, his brother, Ronald and nieces and nephews. He served in the Navy and worked at IBM...

Dec 8, 2014

Corinne Herron, of Johnson City, passed away December 8, 2014 at the Willow Point Nursing Home. Born November 6, 1925, in Bainbridge, NY the daughter of the late Hilda (Deforest) and Harold W. Seeley. Surviving Corinne are her niece Shirley Cook, of Berkshire, NY and nephews, Leland and Harold Michaletz, of North Carolina. A Memorial Service to celebrate her life...

Dec 6, 2014

Our beloved wife and mother and grandmother, Elaine Fasano, 63, passed away after a brief illness Saturday, December 6, 2014. Elaine lived for her family; she loved cooking, catering and casinos. She was a hairdresser locally for 43 years. She loved her clients and possibly enjoyed spending time chatting with them as much as working with them. She was predeceased...

Nov 22, 2014

John “Jack” F. Goughary, 73, passed away Saturday, November 22, 2014. He would be described by family and friends as an ideologist, who loved to learn. He enjoyed reading about WWII history, economics, politics and health. Always energized, he loved to ride motorcycles, bicycles and scooters. He enjoyed nature, camping and boating. His hobbies were an eclectic mix of art,...

Nov 22, 2014

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Dianne Baker, 69, passed away Saturday, November 22, 2014. Dianne is survived by her children, Michelle and Brett Goodison, Binghamton, treasured grandchildren; Marya Anders and Ben Persons, Texas and Danielle Goodison, Binghamton, great-grandchildren, Rayven and Konner Persons. At Dianne’s request funeral services will be private. To forward condolences please visit www.demunnfh.com. Arrangements for the family...

Nov 14, 2014

Frances E. Moore, 87, passed away Friday, November 14, 2014. She loved her children and devoted much of her life to their happiness. She was kind, considerate and opened the house “on the hill” to everyone. She loved video games, especially, Candy Crush, playing a mean game of poker with the boys and her beloved dog, Pogo. She will be...

Nov 12, 2014

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Linda L. Moore, 64, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2014. She was a wonderful mother and a loving grandmother. Linda is survived by her daughter, Velma Fisher, Binghamton, granddaughters; Kristyn and Jessica Fisher and brother, Ronald Long, Sr. of Arkansas. At her request, funeral services will be private. Memorial contributions in Linda’s name may be...

Nov 11, 2014

William Byron Scull, Sr., 91, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2014. He has gone to join Ruth, his childhood sweetheart and devoted wife of 67 years. Bill is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, William B. Scull, Jr. and R. Cheryl Scull of Endwell and son, John C. Scull of Greenville, S.C. He will be missed by his grandchildren; Damian...

Nov 11, 2014

Elizabeth Young, 57, passed away on November 11th 2014. She was born to William Irving Johnson and Barbara Johnson on October 6th 1957 in, Brooklyn, New York. Elizabeth attended Clara Barton High School in Brooklyn, New York. Elizabeth was a loving and devoted mother who is survived by her 8 children, Sheila Smalls, Janine Smalls, Shamel Young, Kareem Young, Eleanor...