Obituaries

Mar 22, 2013

     Bernice M. Smith Harrison, 80, passed away Friday, March 22, 2013. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 49 years, Thomas J. Harrison, parents, Sanford and Anita Smith, siblings, Lois and Larry Shimansky and Sandra Palmer Orr. Bernie is survived by her children, Lynn and Gerri Harrison, Johnson City and Pamela Clark, Conklin. She leaves behind her treasured...

Mar 7, 2013

   Our beloved mother and grandmother, Arlene May Turner, 74, passed away Thursday, March 7, 2013 after a short illness. Arlene is survived by her son, Raymond Bleil, Binghamton and his children, Kathy and Brian; son and daughter-in-law, Mark and Norine Malinovsky, Lancaster, NY, and their children, Jonathan, Daniel and Matthew Malinovsky and daughter and son-in-law, Pamela and John DeFalco,...

Feb 27, 2013

Rebecca Marie Brooks Of Binghamton Rebecca Marie Brooks, 97, of Binghamton passed away Wednesday February 27, at the Susquehanna Nursing Home. Born December 5, 1915 in Harrisburg, PA. Rebecca was predeceased by her parents Helen Cecelia and Joseph Elijah Stence, and her loving husband Walter Brooks. Rebecca worked as a clerk for both W.T. Grants  and Boscovs. She truly loved...

Feb 26, 2013

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Dawn Pantelios, 75, passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2013. She enjoyed home bible study, karaoke, dancing and most of all spending time with her friends and family. Dawn loved everyone and everyone who knew her loved her. She was predeceased by her husband, Spyros; parents, Clair and Marion Marsh and brother, Robert Marsh. Dawn is...

Feb 23, 2013

Werner J. Loeffler, 73 of Binghamton, passed away Saturday February 23, at United Health Services Wilson Hospital. Born July 4, 1939 in Germany, the son of the late Eugen and Albertina (Klink) Loeffler. Werner retired from Anitec Inc. after more than forty years of service working as a Lab Technician. After his retirement Werner served as a Substitute Teacher at...

Feb 23, 2013

Mary Maston,87, of Hallstead, PA, passed away February 23, 2013 at home surrounded by her family. Born April 10, 1925 in Binghamton NY the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Stephas) Brezowsky.  Mary was predeceased by her loving husband, Chester in 2001, her brother , Joseph and his wife, her sisters Pauline Scherer, Anne Cross and her husband ,...

Feb 18, 2013

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Eleanor Hunter, 86, passed away Monday, February 18, 2013. Eleanor’s devoted her life to her family and was an avid New York Yankees fan.  She was predeceased by her husband, Donald, brother, Edward Brown, sister, Alice Balcom, son-in-law, Marty Palmatier and niece, Marilyn Yager.  Eleanor is survived by her children, Elaine and Dan Horton, Conklin,...

Feb 16, 2013

Edward Carroll, 62, went home to the Lord on February 16, 2013, after a long illness.  Ed is predeceased by his mother, Doris, and his beloved daughter, Stacey.  He is survived by his loving wife, Bonnie, daughter Amber Pickering (Jeremy), father Glenn, brother Dale, sister Betty Jean (Al), granddaughters Cameron and Riley Pickering, stepchildren, Rene Hall (Sean), Lora Lawrence, Pat...

Feb 7, 2013

Gregg Lawrence, 62, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at home of natural causes on February 7.  He was predeceased by his parents Merton G. and Anne S. of Binghamton. Gregg is survived by his brother James of Shelburne, Vermont; cousins: Joyce Brown, Kathleen Thuma, Carol Powers, Nancy Percik, David Brown and “designated cousin” and loyal friend Geoff Powers. Gregg was...

Feb 6, 2013

   Our beloved mother and grandmother, Ruth Thurber, 94, passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2013. She was predeceased by her husband, Earl, brothers, Lee and Jerry Wilbur. Ruth is survived by her children, Eugene and Colleen Thurber, Port Crane and Gary and Karen Thurber, Binghamton, treasured grandchildren, Brian Whalen, Andrea Whalen, Gregory Thurber and Laura Thurber and three great grandchildren...

Feb 3, 2013

Byron Kelsey, 86, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2013. Byron is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Madeline, sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Bonnie Kelsey, Charlotte, NC and James and Carol Kelsey, Endwell, four treasured grandchildren and special niece, Clara Tripp, Port Crane. Byron was a veteran of the United States Army, serving his country during World War...

Feb 1, 2013

     Our beloved father and grandfather, George “The Greek” Sarantapoulos, 85, of Binghamton, NY passed away on Friday, February 1, 2013, surrounded by his devoted family. He was predeceased by his parents, James and Bessie, and his brothers, John, Peter, Anthony, and William.    George is survived by his grandson and best buddy, Ryan Dixson, his children, Karen “Joyous”...

Jan 28, 2013

Our beloved father, son and brother, Neil D. Kincer, 43, passed away Monday, January 28, 2013. He was a kind and caring person whose place in our hearts will always remain. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Breanna and Benjamin Brown, Binghamton; parents, David and Rita Kincer, Binghamton; sister, Debbie and Joe Davis, Endicott; and brother, Edward Kincer,...

Jan 28, 2013

David Leonard, 71, died at home January 28, 2013 after a long entanglement with cancer. This occurred two weeks after he and his wife, Linda Wiltz acknowledged their 46th wedding anniversary. David is also survived by a daughter, Elisabeth Anne Leonard and husband, Adam Hill of California, son, Marc David Leonard, of Oregon, 3 grandchildren, Benjamin, Jaden and Kaia. He leaves behind brother,...

Jan 25, 2013

James P. Pendrys Of Endwell James P. Pendrys, 64, of Endwell, passed away Friday January 25, 2013 at his home. Born November 19, 1948 in Oswego, NY the son of the Late Louis A. and Catherine Carol (Murray) Pendrys. Jim grew up in Oswego and graduated from Oswego High School in 1966, he was second in his class. He earned...

Jan 24, 2013

Betty Fedor Fitch, 81, was taken home by the Lord Thursday, January 24, 2013. A compassionate, loving and caring person toward others, Betty was always there to help anyone in need. She was predeceased by her parents, Michael and Angela Fedor, brothers; John and Raymond Fedor and sister, Joan Fedor. Betty is survived by her loving husband of 51 years,...

Jan 23, 2013

Clara A. Micalizzi, 69, passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2013. She was a wonderful person in all respects and was loved deeply by everyone who knew her. Clara will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She was predeceased by her parents George and Clara Urciuoli and in-laws, Sam and Margaret Micalizzi. Clara is survived by her loving husband...

Jan 21, 2013

Curtis Brown, 60, has gone to play the big gig in the sky Monday, January 21, 2013. He was predeceased by his parents, Melvin and Louella Brown and brother, Mark Brown. Curtis is survived by, his partner, Susan West, children, Sarah (Mike) Brown, Delta, Pa., Jessica, Barrett and Tequila, all of Binghamton. He leaves behind treasured grandchildren, Destiny, Zackeri, Joshua,...

Jan 19, 2013

Jan 17, 2013

My beloved mother, Gladys J. Knight, 88, joined her husband and my father, George, Thursday, January 17, 2013 in Heaven. Gladys was a gentle soul. She was very intelligent, an honor student in school. She met her best friend Ann Carey when they were sixteen living at the YWCA. They remained friends until Ann’s death until in 2007. Mom will...