Obituaries

Gordon A. Steere

Gordon A. Steere

Nov 30, 2012

    Gordon A. Steere, 78, passed away Friday, November 30, 2012. He was predeceased by his parents, Kenneth and Vera Steere.  Gordon is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Dorothy, sons; Daniel and Coleen Steere, Portsmouth, Va. and  Randall and Gail Steere, Town of Binghamton, treasured grandchildren, William and Rhonda Steere, Rebecca Steere, Leslie and Steven Dix, and...

Sharon Pratt Overby Miranowski

Sharon Pratt Overby Miranowski

Nov 30, 2012

     Sharon Overby Pratt Miranowski passed away Friday, November 30, 2012 after a long courageous battle with many health issues. She was a loving and caring person who was strong and gave her all, even though she was sometimes misunderstood. She was predeceased by her mother, Barbara N. Pratt. Sharon is survived by her husband John, daughter, Christie Karis and...

Julia E. (Barnett)  Koffman

Julia E. (Barnett) Koffman

Nov 29, 2012

Julia E. Koffman Julia E. (Esther) Koffman, 95,  of Binghamton, passed away Thursday November 29, 2012 at Elizabeth Church Manor, in Binghamton NY. Born August 9, 1917, in Binghamton, NY, the daughter of the Late  Gertrude (Terris) and Harry Barnett, and wife of the late Albert Koffman, She was also predeceased by her sister Faye Tinkleman. Julia was a homemaker...

Sonya Delores (Chapman)  Lennon

Sonya Delores (Chapman) Lennon

Nov 28, 2012

Sonya Delores Lennon Sonya Delores Lennon, went to be with the Lord at 8:45 p.m. on November 26, 2012 at Wilson memorial Hospital, in Johnson City, New York. Sonya was born in New York City in 1932.  She was predeceased by her parents, John and Thelma Chapman, her husband, Justin Barton, all of Binghamton, her four brothers, Dr. John Chapman,...

Robert L. Kenyon, Sr.

Robert L. Kenyon, Sr.

Nov 24, 2012

Robert L. Kenyon, Sr., 86, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family.  Bob is survived by his wife of 66 years, Virginia, children, Robert Kenyon, Jr., David and Sophia Kenyon, Johnson City, Michael and Susan Kenyon, Old Bridge, NJ and Marcia and Tom Weyant, Binghamton, many treasured grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Bob’s family wishes to thank...

Barbara Erion

Barbara Erion

Nov 23, 2012

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Barbara Erion, 82, passed away Friday, November 23, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. She was predeceased by her husband of 50 years, Chester and her parents, Henry and Loma Eddy. Barbara is survived by her devoted children, Dennis Erion,  Binghamton and Terri Peters, Endicott, beloved grandchildren, Tammy Peters, Endicott, Vicki Peters and A. J....

Monserrate (Ramos)  Velez

Monserrate (Ramos) Velez

Nov 23, 2012

Binghamton Monserrate Velez, age 85, died November  23rd, 2012 at Wilson Regional Medical Center of natural causes. Monserrate was born September 8th, 1927 in Moca, Puerto Rico.  She lived in Puerto Rico until 1947 when she left to live in Brooklyn, New York. She was married to Emilio Velez for 25 years. Monserrate became a Jehovah's Witness being baptized on...

Robert A. Cady

Robert A. Cady

Nov 22, 2012

     Robert A. Cady, 70, passed away peacefully at home Thursday, November 22, 2012.     Bob was a veteran of the United States Army, proudly serving his country from 1959-1962. He served as the Past Commander of the American Legion Post #1227. He retired from NYSEG after 28 years of service. Bob was an active member of Saints John and Andrew...

Marilyn Mccormick

Marilyn Mccormick

Nov 22, 2012

Marilyn McCormick, 79, of Binghamton passed away November 22, 2012. Funeral services will be private.

Clinton E. Sartell

Clinton E. Sartell

Nov 20, 2012

     Clinton Sartell, 90, passed away Tuesday, November 20, 2012. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 67 years, Anita. Clinton is survived by his children, Jean and Gerald Bayne, Brackney, PA, Maxine and Peter Scarantino, Binghamton and Joyce Sartell, Binghamton; treasured grandchildren, Rachel, Rebecca and Tom Blazejowski and Michael Scarantino; great-grandchildren who he was very fond of,...

Donald E. Gardner

Donald E. Gardner

Nov 19, 2012

Donald E. Gardner, 86, passed away Monday, November 19, 2012. He was predeceased by his parents, Floyd and Althea Gardner, brothers, F. William, Harold, Charles and Harry Gardner. Donald is survived by his loving wife,  Edith Gardner, children; Donna and Alan Turnbull, Endicott, Laurie McDaniel and Gary Clark, Binghamton and Wayne McDaniel and Mary Goetz, Binghamton.   He leaves behind James,...

Maria Cecilia Alonso-Charris

Maria Cecilia Alonso-Charris

Nov 12, 2012

Maria Cecilia Alonso-Charris, 32, passed away Monday, November 12, 2012. A graduate of Binghamton High School, Cecilia enjoyed  the Salsa Music Appreciation Club. She was predeceased by her daughter, Tatiana Maria Charris. Cecilia is survived by her daughter, Gianina Belen Charris, parents, Carlos and Maria Alonso, Binghamton, Juan Manuel and Nisha  Alonso, Forest Hills, Daniel A. and Tina M. Alonso,...

Helen (Owczaryk)  Durr

Helen (Owczaryk) Durr

Nov 9, 2012

Helen Durr, 96, of, United Methodist Hilltop Campus, went to be with her Lord,  November 9, 2012. Born in Austria, on September 14, 1916 the daughter of the late Anna (Kresovato) and Michael Owczaryk. She was also predeceased by her husband Raymond Charles Durr, her sister Sophie Ellis, her brother Stanley Owczaryk, and granddaughter Susan Browne. Helen was a homemaker,...

Harold L. Herz

Harold L. Herz

Nov 6, 2012

Harold Lee Herz, who enriched the world with his presence, has joined his rightful place among the righteous, for whose men the world is preserved.   He was the son of the late Henry Herz and Laura Spiegel Herz, and brother to Lillian Herz Goldberg.  Harold was born in Mount Vernon, New York, graduated from Mount Vernon High School, Columbia University...

Charlotte "Chuck" Quick

Charlotte "Chuck" Quick

Nov 5, 2012

     Charlotte “Chuck” Quick, at the spry age of 83, gained her wings and went to be with our heavenly Father on Monday, November 5, 2012. A person who could not sit still, Charlotte was always gardening out in her yard, running to bingo or holding her perpetual garage sales.  She was born on March 12, 1929 to Floyd and...

Grace Brooks

Grace Brooks

Oct 28, 2012

Grace Brooks, 73, of Binghamton passed away October 28, 2012 . She is survived by her loving son, William Kahlert, Binghamton and niece, Lori Frino and family of Binghamton. Funeral services will be private.

James Zurn

James Zurn

Oct 25, 2012

James Zurn, 74, of Binghamton passed away October 25, 2012. He leaves behind close friends, the Pickard family. Memorial services will be held 7:00 pm, Monday, November 5, 2012 at the DeMunn Funeral Home,36 Conklin Avenue, Binghamton.Family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until the time of services.

Diane Sliwinski

Diane Sliwinski

Oct 21, 2012

Our beloved wife and mother, Diane Sliwinski, 68, passed away, Sunday, October 21, 2012. She was a graduate of Syracuse University and Binghamton University. Diane retired from SUNY Binghamton after many years with the International Student and Scholar Services. She was a longtime member of Trinity Memorial Episcopal Church, the Broome County Democratic Party and the Binghamton Garden Club. Diane...

Anne (Walker)  Terry

Anne (Walker) Terry

Oct 15, 2012

Anne Walker Terry Of Elmira Anne Walker Terry, 52, of Elmira, passed away Monday October 15, 2012 at her home. Born February 25, 1960, in Binghamton, NY, Anne was the daughter of the late Eleanor (Bischoff) and William Preston Walker. Anne graduated from Binghamton Central High School, attended Broome Community College and SUNY Morrisville. Anne was very outgoing and made...

Beth E. (Treat)  Kattell

Beth E. (Treat) Kattell

Oct 13, 2012

Beth E. Kattell, Hilltop United Methodist Home, Johnson City NY, died October 13, 2012. She was born March 27, 1920 in Lakesville, PA. She was predeceased by her parents hazel and Leo Treat, her husband Francis Kattell, her sisters Roselyn Treat and Dawn Sweet. She is survived by her son Gary Kattell, of Afton, NY., her daughter and son in...