Obituaries

Sep 29, 2023

Rebecca Lee Pettis, 50, of Kirkwood, New York, Suddenly passed away on September 29, 2023. She was battling many health issues for 20 years and God needed another Angel. Rebecca was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania, daughter of Edna Pettis Button & Dennis Fitch, both now deceased. She was predeceased by her half brother William Backus.

Rebecca is...

Sep 25, 2023

Thomas “Tom” Claire Menhennett, 83, of Binghamton, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 25, 2023.

Tom was raised in Binghamton, NY and as a young man served in the US Army Reserves. In the early 60s he was employed by Western Union who sent him to school to learn how to install and...

Sep 23, 2023

Frank Ira Salisbury passed away on September 23, 2023. Frank was predeceased by his mother Alice Salisbury, his spouse Ginger L Salisbury, brothers Henry Salisbury and David Salisbury and his daughter Kari Jo Salisbury. Frank leaves behind his daughter Danielle A. Salisbury.

Frank worked for over 40 years as a heavy equipment mechanic with Gorick Construction Inc....

Sep 16, 2023

Danny M. Shepherd, 75, of the Town of Binghamton reunited with his wife on September 16, 2023.

Danny is predeceased by his wife Debra Ann Shepherd, his parents Marvin and Pearl Jean Shepherd, stepfather Kenneth Bockhorst, brothers Calvin Shepherd, Rodney Shepherd, Lonnie Shepherd, and nephew Marvin Shepherd. Danny is survived by his daughters Danee (Andrew) Breznay, Casey...

Sep 14, 2023

Charles Edward Kovach Sr, 56, passed away peacefully on September 14th at Bridgewater Nursing Home in Binghamton NY. He is survived by his son Charles Edward Kovach Jr. who was the delight of his life, along with his stepmother Jackie Kovach, and several brothers and sisters. He is remembered fondly by his friends. Thank you to the staff at Bridgewater...

Sep 10, 2023

Roger Head went home to be with the Lord on September 10, 2023. He was born on March 24th, 1958. He is predeceased by his Father Richard J Head, his grandparents Fred and Nancy Johnson, John and Cecile Head. Roger is survived by his wife Wanda, daughters Felicia and Amber, Mother Ruth (stepdad Gene) Lampman, brother Richard (Jeanne) Head, and...

Sep 8, 2023

Megan E. O’Hearn of Binghamton, New York passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023 at Mercy House. She was born November 21, 1964 to Harold and Ellen O’Hearn. Megan will be dearly missed by all. She was a kind-hearted person. Megan graduated from Susquehanna Valley High School in 1983 and went on to Broome Community College and graduated December...

Sep 2, 2023

Mary Price Neiss, 86, passed away September 2, 2023. Mary worked as a nurses’ aide at Willow Point Nursing Home until her retirement. She loved animals and cared for many over the years including her pony, Charlie.

She was predeceased by her parents Merle and Amanda Berkley, and son Carl. Mary is survived by her loving husband...

Aug 29, 2023

David L Simmons, 95, a long-time resident of the southside of Binghamton, passed away on August 29, 2023.  Born November 2, 1927 in Coventry, NY to Chauncey Simmons and Louise Vermilya Simmons. He was predeceased by sisters Marie Cleveland, Grace Kiefer and Virginia Zellers.  Growing up during the Depression, he left home during summers starting at age 16 to...

Aug 28, 2023

Lois Mae Dobbs, 74, beloved wife, mother and “Nina” [grandmother], went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, August 28, 2023, after falling ill at her home in Cookeville, Tennessee. Born in Cooperstown, NY, on December 23, 1948, she graduated from Harpursville High School and studied at SUNY Broome.  She is predeceased by her parents, Edson and...

Aug 26, 2023

Michael John Bagnetto, 68, of Binghamton, died unexpectedly on Saturday, August 26, 2023 after a period of declining health. He was predeceased by his parents, Ralph and Jeanette, and brothers Ralph and Denis Bagnetto. Michael is survived by his beloved wife Ann Marie, his brothers George (Laura) and Paul (Beth) and sister Julie (Andy) Johnson, also by his many...

Aug 26, 2023

Linda D. Lewis , 74, of Binghamton NY went to be with her lord in the early hours of Saturday August 26, 2023. Linda had passed peacefully in her sleep with her loving dog Robbie by her side. Linda is predeceased by her parents Dewey and Marian Lewis, sister Donna Potter, and brother Robert Lewis. She is survived by...

Aug 25, 2023

Gayle Ellen Whittier, teacher, writer, and intellectual extraordinaire, died at home on August 25 at age 82. A memorial service will take place on Wednesday, September 6 at the DeMunn Funeral Home, 36 Conklin Avenue. Visiting hours begin at 4 p.m., and the memorial  service begins at 6 p.m.

Born in Niagara Falls, she was the only...

Aug 19, 2023

Alma Blaisure, 94 of Binghamton went to join her family on August 19, 2023.

Alma was predeceased by her husband Martin, her sons Robert, Charles and James. She is survived by her grandchildren Josh and Jackie. Alma was known as a sweet and giving woman whose passion was cooking for friends and family.

Graveside Service...

Aug 12, 2023

Penny M. Sanders went home to the loving arms of the Lord on August 12, 2023, at the age of 66. She was the youngest child of the late Arthur J. and Billie D. Anderson. She was born and raised in Binghamton, New York and finished her schooling at Binghamton Central High School. Penny was the only sibling of...

Aug 11, 2023

Beloved wife and mother, Joan Bishop, 75, passed away August 11, 2023. She was a very loving wife and mother. Joan was an avid reader, she loved to knit, and donated much of time and talent to various charities. She was proud of her work as a nurse at Auburn Memorial Hospital where she retired after 21 years. Her career...

Aug 9, 2023

Beloved wife and mother, Janice L. Tucker, 60, passed away unexpectedly on August 9, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.  Even in her final moments she showed her strength and strong will, which will forever make her family smile, even during this devastating time.  After suffering a heart attack in 2020, she had been awaiting a heart transplant. In...

Aug 5, 2023

Phyllis Ann Jensen, 87, went to her eternal home on August 5, 2023, Phyllis was a faithful wife, loving mother, and devoted grandmother. She was born in Huron, South Dakota on July 1, 1936. Phyllis was an active church member of various Methodist churches as a pastors wife throughout New York and Pennsylvania. She was predeceased by her husband...

Jul 23, 2023

Sharon K. Becker, 79, passed away July 23, 2023. Sharon was a loving, giving hard working person. She loved her purple bling. She was a longtime member of the Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research and looked to Dr. Henry C. Kinley as her heavenly father. Sharon loved to travel within the IDMR School.

She was predeceased by...

Jul 20, 2023

The husband and family of Kathleen Couch-Benson regret to inform you of Kathleen's passing on July 20, 2023 at her daughter's home after an extended hospitalization. Kathy was born in Norwich, New York on May 20, 1948. In addition to her husband Jim Benson, Kathy is survived by a daughter Adar (Clark) Zelensnikar of Binghamton, son Jonathan (Kelsie) Couch...