Obituaries

Jun 10, 2023

Jack A. Friend Sr, 94 of Kirkwood went to be with his Lord on June 10, 2023.  Jack is predeceased by his loving wife of over 60 years, Beverly Friend, his brother Lou Friend. Jack is survived by his two sons, his brother-in-law Ernie TerBoss. He also leaves behind various nieces and nephews.

Jack was a proud...

Jun 8, 2023

Sandra Joan Garufy passed away at her home on June 8, 2023, due to complications from a 2020 ovarian cancer diagnosis. She was supported throughout by her family and friends as well the aides who cared for her daily.  We are particularly grateful to Juanita, Tisha and Lashonda.

Sandy is survived by her beloved children: son Carman...

Jun 8, 2023

Ann Marie (Austin) Walter went home to be with the Lord on Thursday June 8, 2023 after a short illness. She is predeceased by her parents Elizabeth (Hurley) and Ivison Austin, three brothers Thomas, William and Ivison and her sister Carol Jean (Ricky) Robinson.

She is survived by her children Samantha Kelly, Martha Dean, and Joseph Marn,...

May 21, 2023

Timothy “Tim” Phelps  Bridgman, age 67, a native of Boston, Mass. died unexpectedly at his home in Binghamton, NY. on May 21, 2023. A graduate of Tabor Academy in Massachusetts. Tim earned his Bachelors and Masters Degree at the University of Franche-Comte in Besancon, France. His Ph.D was completed at Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland. He went on to...

May 20, 2023

William P. Ciufo, 71 years old, passed peacefully into the loving arms of our Lord on May 20, 2023. Billy is free now, free of all pain and discomfort. He was predeceased by his caring father, Charles, and his loving mother, Catherine. William is sur­vived by his eight siblings; his special sister Diane (Richard) Avery; Charles; Michael; Catherine (Ro­berto)...

May 17, 2023

Beloved mother, Susan Snyder, 71, passed away May 17, 2023. She retired from the Greater Binghamton Health Center after many years. Sue was involved in multiple activities with dogs. She showed at competitions, trained dogs in agility, search and rescue and therapy. Sue worked for many years as a massage therapist, and enjoyed photography. She was predeceased by her parents...

May 16, 2023

Beloved mother and grandmother, Carol Braman Pelton VanKuren, 84, went to her Heavenly home May 16, 2023. Carol was known for doing things her way. Her family and her faith were important to her. She was actively involved in church life throughout her years. She loved both flowers and birds, however, that did not carry over to the squirrels and...

May 6, 2023

Alvin Kennedy, 67, passed away May 6, 2023. He will be missed by family and friends who loved him dearly. Alvin will be remembered for his big heart. He was a great cook and loved basketball.

He was predeceased by his parents Howard Kennedy and Ruth Bell, grandmother Birdie Ellis and sister Mildred Buchanan. Alvin...

Apr 21, 2023

Elmer H. Bradley, Jr., 98, went to his heavenly home April 21, 2023. Elmer spent his youth in the Scranton area. He was a proud veteran serving his country in the United States Marine Corps. Elmer relocated to Binghamton where he worked for IBM for more than twenty-five years. He enjoyed driving his Buick automobiles much of his life and...

Apr 18, 2023

Beloved husband and father, John Richard Drankoski, 85, passed on April 18, 2023 , surrounded by his loving family. He was a graduate of Johnson City High School. John was a proud veteran serving his country in the US Army.  He was a member of the JC Elk's club and an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved golfing. He...

Apr 17, 2023

Beloved wife and mother, Ann Marie Mollo, 71, went home to be with the Lord and to be reunited with her sister April 17, 2023. Annie was a strong woman who was so proud of her children. They were the light of her life along with her treasured grandson Mario. Life was centered around family and tradition for the Mollo...

Apr 11, 2023

Theodore (Teddy) Harris passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 11, 2023. Teddy was born on May 14, 1927 and lived his entire life in the Triple Cities area. Teddy loved to draw and was a very talented and recognized artist. He was predeceased in death by his mother, Geraldine Harris Bender, his sister Jessie B. Walker, two favorite brother-in-laws...

Apr 10, 2023

Robert Harder, 91, of Binghamton reunited with his wife on April 10, 2023. Robert was predeceased by his wife Shirley Harder, his Son Robert Harder Jr. Robert is survived by his children Michael (Rudell) Harder, Darcia VanCour, Becky (Rodney) Stillson, Dale (Emily) Harder and his brother James (Dawn) Harder. He also leaves behind his longtime caregiver and granddaughter Melissa...

Apr 6, 2023

Richard J. Morgan, 90, passed away on April 6 th , 2023, filled with the love of his family. Richard was born October 11 th , 1932 to Roy and Anna Morgan in Binghamton, NY. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, the love of his life and wife of 55 years, Joan A. Morgan, his only daughter,...

Apr 2, 2023

Hester Marks Dunlap, 91, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2023. She was predeceased by her husband Theadore in 2012. Hester was a retiree of Lourdes Hospital. Hester is survived by her children Karen (Gary) Thurber, Kimberly (Cosmo Catucci), Craig (Karena Krauss) Dunlap and Mark (Mary) Dunlap, treasured grandchildren Gregory (Kristina) Thurber, Laura (Jacob) Joyce, Shannon (Kevin) Brown, Brittany (Matthew)...

Apr 1, 2023

Susan Easley passed away at Mercy House in Endicott, New York, at the age of 61 on April 1st, 2023. Susan is survived by her husband Brett, Father (Dick Veldt), Siblings Pamela (Mark), Daniel (Kim), Denise (Scott); children Taylor, Timothy (Jennifer), Christina, Amy (Victor), Annika, Noah, Abigail, Joshua (Jasmin), Judson, Nathanael (Olivia), Susannah, Gracie, Isaiah, Gideon and Gabriel. Grandchildren include...

Mar 31, 2023

Paul W. Traver, 72, passed away March 31, 2023. He served his county in both the United States Navy and Marine Corps. He loved taking pictures, Paul did a tour of New York State taking pictures of many of its beautiful waterfalls. He grew stunning Stargazer Lilies in his garden and spent many hours building a pond. He will be...

Mar 28, 2023

David Allen Gilda, 88 of Johnson City New York, passed away on March 28, 2023. David was born in Albany New York on May 1, 1934, graduated from high school in Newburgh and then graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in 1956. He married his loving wife Justine in 1957 and started his career and family in Connecticut. He had a...

Mar 27, 2023

Henry M Gardner, 93 of Town of Binghamton, passed away on March 27, 2023.

Henry is predeceased his wife Vivian (Peg) Gardner, his parents Floyd and Altha Gardner, his brothers Harry (twin) Gardner, William Gardner, Harold Gardner, Charles Gardner, Donald Gardner, his sister Grace Correll, great grandson LB Butts.Henry is survived by his daughter Sandra (Lou) Butts,...

Mar 27, 2023

Audrey Marie Lewis, 77, passed away March 27, 2023. Memorial services are being planned and will be announced shortly.