Obituaries

Apr 1, 2024

Irene M. Fitch, 85, of Binghamton was called home on April 1, 2024. Irene was predeceased by her parents Henry and Margaret Milz, her first husband Jack Klein and her second husband Jerry Fitch, and her grandsons James, Michael, and Sean Klein.

Irene is survived by her sons Jay (Beth) Klein, Jim Klein, Dave (Janet) Klein, Tom...

Mar 31, 2024

Francene Garner, 76 of Montrose, PA went to reunite with her husband on March 31, 2024.

Fran was predeceased by her beloved husband Lewis K. Garner. She is survived by her children Robert (Renee) Garner, Darla (Doug) Komorowski, Darlene Garner, grandchildren Paityn Garner, Makenzie Garner, Cameron Crocker, James Thomas, Dustin Abbott, Trenton Abbott, Morgan Miller, twin sister...

Mar 31, 2024

Rhonda Lynn Ely unexpectedly fell asleep in the arms of Jesus on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024. Rhonda was the most kind and loving daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. She loved spending time with her family; hosting holidays, cooking delicious food, and gathering everyone together to celebrate on any occasion were just a few of the many things...

Mar 30, 2024

Joanne M Palmer 72 of Kirkwood NY (formerly Corbettsville NY) passed away unexpectedly at home on March 30, 2024, Joanne is the daughter of the Late Walter & Jean Palmer. She was predeceased by her sister Marie Hein. Joanne is survived by her brothers John Palmer & Rita Binghamton NY, Robert Palmer & Stanley Preston Sarasota FL Brother in...

Mar 22, 2024

John R. Rhodes, 29, of Endicott, NY passed away unexpectedly on March 22, 2024, from liver disease. John was born on April 22, 1994, in Binghamton, NY to Patricia (Heist) and Eric Rhodes. He was a graduate of Chenango Forks High School. He earned his associate degree in business administration from SUNY Broome, followed by his bachelor’s degree in...

Mar 19, 2024

Ramon Rodriguez Jr passed away peacefully March 19th 2024. Ramon, born on July 5, 1976, strutted into the world with a mischievous twinkle in his eye, ready to spread joy wherever he went. And spread joy he did, from the bustling streets of Manhattan to the vibrant borough of the Bronx. He had a love for adventure and mischief,...

Mar 1, 2024

On March 1, 2024 , our dear brother Michael Charles Alford, left his earthly body to be with his family that predeceased him; his paternal grandparents, Chester Alford, Egie Burrows Alford Rumsey, his favorite Grandfather, Henry Rumsey, his maternal grandparents, Carlton Wrench and Francis Wrench, Gladys Marks Goodnough and Roy Marks, his parents Harold Alford, Marion Wrench Alford, his...

Feb 26, 2024

Douglas Robert Lester, age 93, of Chenango Bridge, passed away with his family by his side on February 26.

Douglas was born in Binghamton, NY to the late Helen (Forsyth Lester) Lakin.  He was predeceased by his stepfather Wilson “Tim” Lakin, sisters Jean Smith, Joyce Quain, Barbara Hall, brothers Lynn and Gerald Lester, stepbrother Eddie Lakin, sisters-in-law...

Feb 25, 2024

Our loving and caring mother, Tanya Gabriel, passed away February 25, 2024. She loved music and often sang and smiled any time she got the chance to do so. She would dance as much and as long as she could. Tanya was a kindred spirit, a person who not many people often have the chance to know. Her favorite color...

Feb 22, 2024

Barbara Elizabeth Thompson, nee Green, age 85, formerly of Johnson City, NY, died unexpectedly Thursday, February 22, 2024. She was born April 6, 1938, in Binghamton, NY. She was predeceased by her parents Delmar and Barbara Mae Green, and by her sister Dolores.

She is survived by two sons, Warren Thompson of Knoxville, TN, and Steven Thompson,...

Feb 16, 2024

Alan D. Liddle, 72, passed away February 16, 2024. Alan spent the majority of his life here in Broome County. He was a graduate of Vestal High School. He worked many years as a supervisor at American Pipe and Plastics as well as other manufacturing companies throughout his career. He enjoyed long walks with his wife and their dogs at...

Feb 4, 2024

David Canfield passed away on February 4, 2024. Memorial services will be held Tuesday February 13, 2024 at 2:00pm at the DeMunn Funeral Home and Cremation Service, LLC 36 Conklin Avenue Binghamton, New York 13903. Family will receive friends on Tuesday February 13, 2024 from 12:30 pm until 3:00 pm at the DeMunn Funeral Home and Cremation Service, LLC.

Feb 2, 2024

Donald B. Setzer, 94 passed away on February 2, 2024.

Donald is Predeceased by his Wife Elizabeth Setzer, his parents Willard and Charlotte Setzer, his siblings Nate, Warren, Pearl, Jerry, Jim, Venora, Vernon, Marline, and Florance .Donald is survived by his daughter Linda Cline, Frank Setzer, Bill Setzer, Ray Setzer, Donnie Setzer. He also leaves behind his...

Feb 1, 2024

Robert C. McCloe, 72, of Binghamton went to be with his Lord and Savior while surrounded by family on February 1, 2024.

Bob was predeceased by his parents Warren and Louise McCloe, brothers Bernard, Jack, and Bruce McCloe.

Bob is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Sharon McCloe, son Jeffrey (Kate) McCloe, daughters...

Jan 20, 2024

Paulette Klin, beloved mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend, died peacefully on January 20, 2024 at the age of 87 at her home in Vestal, NY. She was born on August 23, 1936 near Buchach, Poland, and miraculously survived the Holocaust with her mother and a few other relatives. After a period in Paris, Paulette and her family settled in...

Jan 18, 2024

Rose Marie Hand,75, of Vestal passed away peacefully on January 18, 2024.

Rose is predeceased by her husband and longtime companion, Carl Powell, her parents Helen and Kenneth Hand, sisters; Alice, Maryanne, Harriett, and brother Doug.

She is survived by her children Anna Powell, Rose Powell, John (Mila) Powell, Rita (Shawn) Borovski, Yancey Powell, William Powell, Nachise (Crystal Simpson) Powell, Kim Powell,...

Jan 14, 2024

Frank passed away peacefully in his sleep today, January 14, 2024. He is predeceased by his parents Frank and Jacqueline Beadle and several siblings. Frank is survived by his wife Kathi of 53 years, three children, Kelly Beadle of Hanover, Pennsylvania, Amy Breightner of Lancaster, Pennsylvania and Frank and Jessica Beadle III of Binghamton, three treasured grandchildren, Jacob, Colin...

Jan 12, 2024

Dennis W. “Denny” Olson was born to Eugene and Signe Rustwick Olson in Des Moines, Iowa on October 9, 1939.  The family resided in Ames, Iowa, then Des Moines for many years. Denny attended Byron Rice Elementary, Ben Franklin Jr. High, and North High School, graduating in January 1958. Further education included a BS from Luther College in Decorah,...

Jan 11, 2024

Gene Wesley Lampman went home to be with the Lord on January 11, 2024. He was born on April 3, 1936. He was predeceased by his first wife Annie Lampman, parents Edward and Margaret Lampman, grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Charles Blossom, and step-son Roger Head. He is survived by his second wife Ruth Lampman, Brothers Jim (Gail) Lampman, Todd...

Jan 9, 2024

Rosemarie Ann Whittemore, 76, went to be with the Lord on January 9, 2024. Born on July 7, 1947 in Johnson City, NY, Rosemarie was a devout Christian who lived for her family. She graduated from Vestal High School in 1965 and married the love of her life, William, in 1966. Rosie was a strong military wife holding down...