Obituaries

Margaret Fernald

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Frances Wisniski Knights

Frances Wisniski Knights

Apr 16, 2014

     Frances Wisniski Knights, 93, passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2014 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Frances was born in 1920 to Walter and Stella Wisniski, a Polish immigrant family in Shadyside, New Jersey. Her family relocated to the Whitney Point area and she grew up a “farm girl”. Her enduring character of strength, fortitude and unselfishness...

Herbert Abramson

Herbert Abramson

Apr 13, 2014

Herbert L. Abramson Herbert L. Abramson, died April 13th in Highland Park, Ill at the age of 94 after a full and active life as a loving husband for over 70 years, devoted father, and wonderful friend. He was an avid golfer and tennis player well into his 80's. Above all, he cherished his time with his immediate and extended...

G. Raymond Pohl

G. Raymond Pohl

Apr 6, 2014

     G. Raymond Pohl, 94, died April 6, 2014. He was predeceased by his devoted wife of 63 years; Ann. Raymond cared for her from the onset of her illness and stayed with her throughout. He was also predeceased by his parents, Harold and Gladys Pohl, older brother, Robert and sister, Polly all of Watertown, NY. Raymond is survived by...

Joyce M. (Bunnell)  Myers

Joyce M. (Bunnell) Myers

Apr 5, 2014

Joyce M. Myers of Binghamton Joyce  M. Myers passed away Saturday April 5, 2014. Private Funeral Services will be held. Arrangements are with the Ernest H. Parsons Funeral Home 71 Main Street , Binghamton , NY . Please visit ParsonsFuneral.com to offer your condolences.

Richard "Ricky" Haines

Richard "Ricky" Haines

Mar 25, 2014

Haines, Richard “Ricky” of Binghamton      Richard “Ricky” Haines, 25, was called home to his heavenly Father, Tuesday, March 25, 2014. Ricky had a knack for storytelling, repeating a quip or telling a joke. He always made others laugh and lifted their spirits. He would have considered it an honor to have been called home to heaven on the same...

Harry Dodd

Harry Dodd

Mar 12, 2014

Harry Dennis Dodd was suddenly called home on Wednesday March 12, 2014. His loving family was with him when he passed.      Harry was born and raised in Binghamton, NY and most recently lived with his son, daughter-in-law and grandson in Plattsburgh, NY. He worked for Coca-Cola for 35 years in Binghamton, Oneonta and Albany.      He married Carol Reifler...

Hubert Mcgavin

Hubert Mcgavin

Mar 8, 2014

Our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Hubert McGavin, 91, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2014. Hugh is survived by his wife of 64 years, Phyllis, his children; Deborah McGavin and Millie Montgomery, Baldwinsville, Janice and Jan Yuricek, Endicott, Phillip and Rose McGavin, Rolesville, North Carolina, Sharon and Mark Vitanza, Conklin and Marcia and Stephen Valenti, Binghamton, treasured grandchildren; Ryan, Jeff...

Moya Boltz Wilson

Moya Boltz Wilson

Feb 27, 2014

Moya Boltz Wilson, 77, passed away peacefully Thursday, February 27, 2014. She was predeceased by her husband, Roger T. Wilson. She and her beloved husband, Roger raised their family in Binghamton and enjoyed a lovely retirement in Green Valley, Arizona. Moya recently moved back to Binghamton to be close to her family. Some of her greatest joys were spending time...

Richard E Blanford

Richard E Blanford

Feb 27, 2014

Richard E. Blanford Richard passed away peacefully Thursday, February 27, 2014 at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital surrounded by his family and friends.  REBL, as many have known him, was born June 24, 1950 in Binghamton and resided in the Triple Cities area his whole life.  Richard was predeceased by his parents Carlton and Violet and his wife Karen. He...

Stanley Harlec

Stanley Harlec

Feb 26, 2014

Stanley Harlec of Binghamton Stanley Harlec, 90 of Binghamton went to be with his Lord, Wednesday, February 26, 2014 at Wilson Memorial Hospital, in Johnson City, NY. He is survived by his two daughters and sons in law; Linda D. (Michael) Herrle, Binghamton, Shirley A. (Emerson) Chandler, Johnson City, his four sons and daughters in law; Stanley T. (Gail) Harlec,...

Valerie Laverne Hurd

Valerie Laverne Hurd

Feb 21, 2014

Valerie Hurd of Binghamton Valerie Hurd, 57, of Binghamton passed away peacefully on Friday, Feb. 21, 2014.  Valerie was predeceased by her father Stanley Hurd, Sr.  She is survived by her mother, Louise Berry; brothers, Stanley (Phyllis)  Hurd,  and Jeffrey (Michelle) Hurd, daughter, Kisha  (Timmy) Kuykendall; son, Jermaine (Amanda) Cabeza, grandchildren, Keshon Brown and Andrew Warner-Cabeza; many loving nieces, nephews...