Obituaries

Dec 26, 2023

Stephen J. DeMarco, 58, passed away December 26, 2023. Stephen loved his children and grandchildren with all his heart. His children always enjoyed all the family trips to the state parks, firework displays, bonfires and crazy times in the go cart. . He will be remembered by all for his culinary skills, specialties being stuffed peppers, baked ziti, meatballs, hamburger...

Dec 25, 2023

Our angel, gone too young and too soon, Magill Anne Madigan left this earth on December 25, 2023, to join her beloved sister Dacey in the afterlife.

Magill was so bright and quietly smart; she graduated Magna Cum Laude from Binghamton High School and received a Liberal Arts degree from SUNY Broome. Magill was a true artist,...

Dec 21, 2023

Beloved mother, Susan Thelma Simpson, 77, of Binghamton, NY, passed away on December 21, 2023.  She was preceded in death by her mother Thelma Gould, father Vincent San Fillipo, sisters; Carol Parsons and Mary Pratt and  brother John Phillips. She is survived by her brother, Paul Griffin, children; son, James V. Gregory and wife, April Gregory, daughter, Nicole N....

Dec 16, 2023

Ragnar (Bob, Rug) Wagner, 85, of Castle Creek passed away, with his wife by his side, on December 16, 2023.

Ragnar was predeceased by his parents Marion and Ole Wagner, his son Ragnar Ole Wagner.

He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Bonita Wagner, his children Leif Eric (Rose) Wagner, Gina (Tom)...

Dec 14, 2023

Our beloved Father and Grandfather, David E. Birtch, 80, passed away December 14, 2023.

David was a Veteran of the US Navy. He was a proud Sailor on the USS Shangri-La CVS 38. David had a big personality. He was a force to be reckoned with, and never took no for an answer. He never did anything...

Dec 13, 2023

Roberta D. Saffioti, 90 of Binghamton, passed away on December 13, 2023. She was loved by many and will be missed by all.

There will be no services at this time. To forward condolences, please visit www.demunn.com In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to the American Heart Association in Roberta's name at www.heart.org

Dec 13, 2023

Lars G Peterson Sr, 69, of Binghamton, NY, passed away December 13, 2023 after an unexpected injury. Lars attended Binghamton Central High school and proudly served in the US Army during the Vietnam war era. He went on to work as a printer, truck driver and self-proclaimed rocket scientist.

Lars is predeceased by his mother Wanda Laverne...

Dec 4, 2023

Eric G. Setzer, 43 of Binghamton passed in peace on December 4, 2023. He was the son of Valerie Setzer and brother of Kristen Savage. Eric is predeceased by his grandmother Margery King, loving aunts Shirley Dimperio and Yvonne King, and cousin Julie Holowach. He is survived by his aunt Lois Moorhead, cousin Loren Moorhead, uncle Roger King, cousin...

Nov 26, 2023

The Reverend Ronald B. Thomas,93, passed away on November 26, 2023. He was the son of Howard and Florence Thomas. Ronald was a Presbyterian clergyman and served churches in Pennsylvania and New York. He was Pastor Emeritus of Ross Memorial Presbyterian Church in Binghamton and most recently was Organist/Choir Director of the John Hus Presbyterian Church where a quarter...

Nov 20, 2023

Gail Ellen Skurski, 77, of Binghamton passed peacefully on November 20, 2023. Gail was born in White Plains, New York on August 20, 1946.  Gail was a registered nurse who started her career at Lourdes Hospital in the nursery, went on to home health care and finally became a school nurse at Family Enrichment, enjoying each role as her...

Nov 19, 2023

Beloved husband and father, Richard A. Deno, passed away November 19, 2023. He was a quiet man who was a workaholic. Richard enjoyed an evening at home watching his television. Richard graduated from SUNY Canton and owned Glenwood Heating for over forty years and was a longtime member of the Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Contractors of Broome County. He was predeceased...

Nov 16, 2023

Barbara Lester Hall, age 95, of Vestal NY, passed away November 16, 2023 and has joined her beloved husband of 60 years, Kenneth A. Hall. We can imagine their favorite song “Moonlight Serenade” playing as they glide across heaven's dance floor together once again. Barbara was a woman of great faith, honesty and integrity. She loved and lived for...

Nov 15, 2023

Bonnie (Clark) Bettis, 72, of Johnson City passed away on November 15, 2023.

Bonnie was predeceased by her parents John and Myrtus Clark, her siblings Shirly Kuchera, William Clark, John “Butch” Clark. She is survived by her daughter Kari Smith and her brothers James Clark, David (Dennise) Clark. Bonnie also leaves behind a large extended family.

Nov 13, 2023

Benjamin Lee Crisman, 22, passed unexpectedly on November 13, 2023.

Ben is predeceased by his grandparents Donald & Naomi Crisman and Leon & Ann Love. Ben is survived by his parents Dennis and Stephanie Crisman, sister Cassandra Crisman. He also leaves behind aunts and uncles Christopher Love, Diane & Mark Mitchell, Dorine Crisman, Donald & Sue Crisman,...

Nov 9, 2023

Beloved and devoted son, brother, friend and teacher, Joseph E. Mayko, 77, of Port Dickinson, died peacefully after a short illness on November 9, 2023. Joe was an avid reader. He loved history, travel, PBS and entertaining. He and his wife Jo Ann loved cooking and every friend and relative has their own story of dinner with Joe and...

Nov 5, 2023

Theresa E Glendenning, 70, passed away on November 5, 2023. Theresa was born on March 13, 1953 in Yonkers, NY, where she resided most of her life. She is survived by her best friend, Gary Glendenning; her three daughters, Heather Glendenning, Stephanie Glendenning, Amanda Washburn; and her three grandchildren, Dimitrius Glendenning, Teresa Cruz, and Samantha Washburn. Funeral services will be...

Nov 3, 2023

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Robert "Bob" Charles Cox, of Kirkwood, New York, who passed away on November 3, 2023 at the age of 84.

Mr. Cox was born in Torrington, Connecticut, to Clarence Cox and Ruth (Whitehead) Cox on March 4, 1939. He grew up in Bantam, Connecticut. Bob served...

Oct 20, 2023

Beverly J. Gumaer Brigham, 89 of Binghamton, NY reunited with her husband on October 20, 2023.

Bev is predeceased by her husband Bob Brigham, her parents Byrdie and Hazel Gumaer, daughter Debbie Brigham, granddaughter Missy Giordano-Sands. She is also predeceased by many beloved brothers and sisters. Bev is survived by her daughters Doreen Brigham Moore and Diane...

Oct 15, 2023

William "Bill" P. Dudar , 84, passed away after a short illness on October 15, 2023.  Bill was born in Elmira, NY in 1939, beloved only son of William Dudar and Theresa Rutzke Dudar, both now deceased.  Bill was a proud alumnus of Elmira Southside High School, and had an extended family of cousins, aunts, and uncles in the...

Oct 5, 2023

Homer C. Newell Jr. passed away on October 5, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born in Bainbridge, NY on April 28, 1937. Homer was in the autobody business for over 40 years. Homer leaves behind his wife of 65 years Carol Newell, his children Doug (Terry), Debbie (Rusty) and Dana(Kim). He also leaves behind six grandchildren and...