Obituaries
Nancy Knights Balanda
Jun 22, 2014
Nancy Knights Balanda, 58, left us suddenly, the night of June 22nd, 2014. An inspiration and mentor to many, Nancy was truly a beautiful and kind soul through and through. She will be remembered for her compassion, intelligence, strength, and most of all, her immense love for her husband, family and friends. After a lengthy career with IBM, she began...
Elizabeth Shaw Hogan
Jun 17, 2014
Elizabeth Shaw Hogan, 74, passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2014. Beth lived in Binghamton for 50 years, raised three sons who each served in the U.S. Army and she taught New York's children for over 35 years. Her fortitude, her wit, and her playfulness were the best lesson and lasting gift she gave to all who knew her, especially her...
Florence Meunier
Jun 17, 2014
Florence (Sissy) Meunier ( 7/27/1956- 6/17/2014) Florence Meunier passed away on June 17, 2014 in her home. Florence was predeceased by her mother, Elsie Sprouse, her mother in law, Margerie Meunier and her father in law, Charles Meunier Sr.. She was survived by her husband of over thirty years, Charles Meunier Jr, her children, Joseph Meunier and Terra Miller, her...
Jihan Weaver
Jun 16, 2014
Our beloved sister, Jihan Weaver, 27, left her family to be with the Lord, Monday, June 16, 2014. Jihan was a warm loving person, who overcame the obstacles that life presented her. She did so without a complaint and never wanted people to feel sorry or burdened by her. She was predeceased by her parents, Constance Weaver and Larry Ricks....
Lena (Peduto) Martin
Jun 14, 2014
Lena Martin, 93, passed away peacefully on Saturday June 14th, 2014. She was predeceased by her husband John Martin, Jr. Lena is survived by her brother Ross Peduto and his wife Carole, her sister Jean Johnson and her husband George. She is also survived by her nephew James Peduto and his wife Denise, her nieces; Karen Beckhorn and husband Jay,...
Stephen W. Riker
Jun 10, 2014
Stephen W. Riker of Binghamton Stephen W. Riker, 60, died Tuesday, June 10,2014 at his home. he was predeceased by his father Clarence A. Riker Jr. He is survived by his mother, Betty B. Riker, his brother Robert J. Riker, both of Binghamton, his sister and brother in law, Sandra R. and John Love of , Feura  Bush, NY as...
William D. Stemples
Jun 10, 2014
William Deland Stemples, 91, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2014.  Bill , as he was known, was born in Binghamton, New York on September 15, 1922, the only son of William Redfield Stemples and Melva Christine Stemples. He was predeceased by his wife of 34 years, Harriette Cooley Osgood, whom he married in Windsor, Vermont in 1959.  Bill's education...
Allan Nixon
Jun 9, 2014
Allan Nixon, age 86, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2014 following a brief illness. Allan, born in Jersey City, was the son of Allan (Sr.) and Helen (Flagg). He is predeceased by his wife, Marion (Beaman) Nixon and his brother, George. Surviving Allan are his children: daughters, Laurie (Stephen) Nixon-Reinke, Elizabeth (Terence) Nixon Moynihan, Barbara Allan (Michael) Nixon Clarke...
Deborah A. Swartwood
Jun 6, 2014
Deborah A. Swartwood, 59, passed away Friday, June 6, 2014. Debbi’s life revolved around her family especially babysitting for her great-niece, Janessa. She was an avid quilter as was evident when visiting her home. Debbi is survived by her partner of 33 years, Charla Stein; children; Darrell Swartwood, Rochester and Darcy Swartwood, Binghamton; grandson, Christopher Swartwood, Kirkwood; mother, Charlene Jacques,...
Herbert Herz
Jun 3, 2014
Herbert Herz passed away Tuesday, June 03, 2014. He is survived by his children; Stephen Herz and Christine Gelineau, Windsor; Carol Herz and Howard Schwartz, Vestal and Marion Herz, Bethesda, Md.; grandchildren; Courtney Herz and John Dunlop, Hopkinton, NH and Gregory Herz and Lauren Ramos, Owego and great grandchildren, Jillian and Nathaniel. Graveside services will be held 10:00 am, Friday,...
Melvin D. Snitchler
May 31, 2014
Melvin D. “Mel” Snitchler went to be with the Lord on May 31, 2014, surrounded by family. Mel was born October 21, 1941 in Binghamton, New York. Mel is survived by his wife of 52 years, Marlene, daughter Lynne and sons, Stephen and Todd (Melanie), grandchildren Kaitlyn & Kiersten, Colleen, Corinne, James & Justin, and Nathan & Megan, his brothers...
Margaret Fernald
May 30, 2014
Margaret Fernald, 93, surrounded by her family, went home to be with her Lord and Savior and to be reunited with her husband, Bud, on Friday, May 30, 2014. Margaret lived a full life filled with love and perseverance. She loved tending to her flowers and vegetable garden and spending as much time as she could outdoors. Her children, grandchildren...
Eugene Lewis
May 25, 2014
Eugene D. Lewis, 57, went home to the Lord on May 25, 2014. He was predeceased by his parents, Duane and Patricia Lewis and brother, David. Eugene is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Leon and Michelle Lewis and nephews and niece, Jeremy, Jasmine and Jimmy Lewis, all of Summerville, SC. Funeral services will be held 12:00pm, Tuesday, June 3,...
Denise M. (Bertaux) Stimak
May 23, 2014
Denise M. Stimak of Binghamton Denise Mauicette Stimak 86, of Binghamton died Friday May 23, 2014 at Memorial Hospital. Born July 7, 1927 in France the daughter of the late Maurice and Andre Bertaux, and loving wife of the late Michael Stimak. Denise retired from Singer Link Corporation where she worked as a Mechanical and Electrical Designer. Surviving Denise are...
Ashley Lynn Lake
May 18, 2014
Ashley Lynne Lake, 17, passed away suddenly Sunday, May 18, 2014. Ashley was a loving, intelligent young woman. She was always there to care for her sisters and help her friends in any way she could. She was predeceased by her grandmother, Mary Ann Hobbs and uncle, Donald Lake. Ashley is survived by her parents, Betty Hobbs and David Lake,...
Leland Douglas Brooks
May 12, 2014
Leland Douglas Brooks, 64, passed away May 13, 2014 and is coming home to Hawleyton to be buried alongside his father. He was a graduate of Susquehanna Valley. Leland proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He worked for the City of Boca Raton, Parks and Recreation Department for 36 years. It was a privilege for his family...
Jacqueline B. (Bratton) Hart
May 4, 2014
Jacqueline Bratton Hart Jacqueline Bratton Hart, passed away May 4, 2014 at home surrounded by her family.  Jacqueline was predeceased by her loving husband of over 49years Robert (Bob) Hart. Born March 14, 1925 in Brooklyn, New York. Jacqueline lived a full life, and still keeps us laughing. She was a long time member of Tabernacle United Methodist Church. Surviving...
Janice Moore
Apr 26, 2014
Janice Moore passed away Saturday, April 26, 2014. Janice was born January, 24, 1937 in Lomontville, New York and was a graduate of Kingston High School. For over 30 years, Janice dedicated herself to become a hardworking, loyal and respected legal secretary to the attorneys at the law firm of Coughlin & Gerhart. Over her long career there she...
Johanna Afarian
Apr 25, 2014
Our beloved wife and mother, Johanna Sanders Afarian, 68, passed away Friday, April 25, 2014 after a long illness with her family by her side. She was born in Leicester, England and came to the United States with her parents as a young girl. Johanna graduated from Johnson City High School and she went on to attend Imperial School of...
Rickie Dean Stratton
Apr 18, 2014
Rickie Dean Stratton April 18, 2014 Rickie Dean Stratton, 61, husband, father, and grandfather, of 123 Bridge Street Apartment 102 Corning, NY passed away suddenly; born in Bath, New York on March 20, 1953. Rickie was preceded in death by his mother, Pauline (Bates) Stratton, and brother, Jerry Stratton. He is survived by his wife, Josie (Miller) Stratton, father, Gordon...
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