OBITUARIES
Recent Obituaries in Broome County and Surrounding Areas
The obituaries in the Endicott, Broome County area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of New York's history and identity.
James “Jim” Gallagher
Jan 12, 2024
It is with great sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of James H Gallagher (Jim), 72 on 01/12/2024 at home in the arms of the love of his life Carol, who survives him. Jim is also survived by his children Kaitlin and Colin (Omar Mack), and his sister Mary. He was preceded in death by his parents Kathleen...
Barbara Metritikas
Jan 11, 2024
Barbara Joan Metritikas, 86, of Vestal, NY, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 11, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Edwards family and was one of ten children, a wife of over 60 years, a mother of five and grandmother to eleven. Barbara is survived by her husband Peter Metritikas, and their children and spouses;...
Linda Lee Barnfather
Jan 11, 2024
Linda Lee Barnfather went to be with the Lord on 1/11/24 after a very short and hard fight against cancer. Linda is survived by her husband Gary of 28 years, her sons Michael (Cathie) DeLuca, Adam Barnfather, and daughters Melissa (Will) Stock, Julie (Walt) Fedroff, her six grandchildren who are very special to her; Maximus Deluca, Ryan Fedroff, Anthony...
Michael Hill
Jan 10, 2024
Michael K. Hill, 72 of Endicott, NY, passed on January 10, 2024 at Binghamton General Hospital. He was predeceased by his parents Yates and Helen Hill, brother Paul Hill, and niece Karen Davidson. Michael is survived by his loving wife Diana Hill, daughters Kelly Harmon (Scott), Kathy Buck-Teris (Josh), Jennifer Hill (Tim Rauschmeier), and 7 grandchildren, Ryan, Sean and...
Michael Gance
Jan 8, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of an incredible man, our beloved Father and Grandfather, Michael Gance. He is predeceased by his wife Ellen Gance whom he was married to for 69 Years, his brother Anthony Gance, and his sister Rosemary Donahue. He was a devout Catholic and was at our Lady of Good Counsel Church...
Vivian Crown
Jan 8, 2024
Vivian Ruth Davis Crown, 94, of Endwell, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2024 at Good Shepherd Fairview Home. She was predeceased by her parents, Frank and Lela Davis; siblings Gordon, Warren, Betty and Irma and her loving husband Robert E. Crown. Vivian is survived by her son and daughter-in law Robert (Karen) Crown, step-daughter Londa (David) Ross; sisters-in-law...
David “Dave” Leonard
Jan 7, 2024
David C. Leonard, 77, of Maine, New York, passed away peacefully at Binghamton General Hospital on Sunday, January 7th, 2024, after a brief illness. He was predeceased by his parents, Frances and Roy Leonard and brother Wayne. He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Sharon, his daughters Jennifer Leonard, Kimberly Leonard (Christopher Kopec), Elizabeth (Tyson) Gamache, and...
Janis “Jan-Baby” Mcdermott
Jan 7, 2024
Janis “Jan-Baby” W. McDermott, 83, died surrounded by family, at Mercy House of the Southern Tier on January, 7th at 2:30 pm She is predeceased by her sister Joan Schmitten, brother John C. Walter Jr., her godson Benjamin Bishop, and nephew Andrew Joseph Bishop. Jan Baby is survived by her husband of 61 years, John C. McDermott, daughter Maggie...
Stanley Pasavage
Jan 5, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stanley F. Pasavage of Endicott, NY. Born on January 8, 1942 in Carbondale, PA, Stan peacefully departed this world on January 5, 2024, at Mercy House surrounded by those he loved most. Stan was a graduate of Forest City (PA) High School and of Tri-State University in Angola,...
Mary Frances Gerchman
Jan 3, 2024
Mary Frances Gerchman of Endicott NY at 89 years of age passed away at Ideal Senior Living Center on January 3, 2024. Mary was predeceased by loving parents Tony and Angela Gerchman; brothers Anthony Gerchman, Carl and his wife Delores Gerchman, Thomas and his wife Ruth Gerchman, Joseph Gerchman; and nephew Thomas Gerchman. She is survived by sister-in-law Evelyn...
Janet Barna
Jan 2, 2024
Janet Colson Barna of Endwell, NY, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at Willow Point Nursing Home. Departed before her was her loving husband, John Sam Barna, her infant daughter, Tara Suzanne, her brother-in-law, Lenny Mace and her young nephew, Brad Mace. Janet is survived by her sister, Geri Mace, her two step-daughters and...
James “Jim” Hill
Dec 28, 2023
James C. Hill, age 90, of Vestal, NY entered eternal rest on December 28, 2023. Jim was the beloved husband of his late wife Kathleen (Myers). They had many happy years together. He is also predeceased by his parents Harry Hill and Gladys (Billard). Jim is survived by his three children: Mary Takahata (Dean), James Hill and Timothy Hill...
Angela Cooney
Dec 27, 2023
Angela M. Cooney passed away Wednesday December 27th 2023 surrounded by her immediate family. Angela is survived by her devoted husband of 59 years, Laverne T. Cooney, her daughter Teresa Cooney Shellhammer (Timothy Shellhammer) of Wilmington, NC, her son Carl S. Cooney (April Geiger Cooney “Mom’s super hero”), her brother and friend James T. Maguire (Willie Maguire). Her treasured...
James “Jim” Ergler
Dec 25, 2023
James “Jim” M. Ergler, 81 Friendsville, PA, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 25, 2023. He was born on June 16, 1942 to Herbert and Eleanor (Myers) Ergler in Altoona, PA. On July 4, 1970 he married Norma T. (Guilfoyle) Ergler in Endicott, NY. Jim studied engineering at Penn State and from 1962 to 2001 was employed by IBM...
Maria Dimatos
Dec 20, 2023
Maria Dimatos, 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in Binghamton NY, on Wednesday, December 20th, 2023. Maria is survived by her loving husband Gerasimos Dimatos, wonderful sons Spyros and Demetrios, granddaughter Gerasimina and daughter-in-law Georgia. Maria was preceded by her Grandparents Gerasimos Kakos and Maria Kakos; her loving parents Demetrios Kakos and Vasiliki Tolis; brother Gerasimos (Maki)...
Gary Franklin
Dec 18, 2023
Gary Roger Franklin of Chenango Forks, NY went to eternal rest on December 18, 2023. He is survived by family and friends. Gary graduated from Norwich City Schools, and worked for the local telephone company. He was a member of the Binghamton Civil War Round Table. He enjoyed Elvis, fishing, bowling, road trips, and most of all, spending time...
Neil Arvonio
Dec 16, 2023
We are saddened to say that Neil Richard Arvonio, 65, of Vestal, passed away at home on December 16, 2023 after courageously fighting cancer for many years. The world became a better place when he was born in Scranton, PA on May 26, 1958, the son of Neil Perry Arvonio and Alice (Strempek) Arvonio. Graduating from Union-Endicott High School,...
James “Jim” Howe
Dec 15, 2023
James R Howe, 74, of Endicott, NY passed away at Wilson Memorial Hospital on 12/15/23 after a long illness. He is survived by his sister and brother in law, Janis (Howe) and Thomas Hester, nephews Ryan (Tracy) Hester, Kevin (Michelle) Hester, grand nieces, Morgan and Avery and grand nephew, Owen Hester and cousin, Dave (Cetta) Howe. Jim served with...
Richard Hester
Dec 15, 2023
Richard Hester of Brackney, PA passed away on December 15 at the age of 90. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Ruth, his brother William Hester and granddaughter Michelle Welte. He will be greatly missed by his children: Cathleen (Robert) Welte, Michael (Tina) Hester and Diane (Michael) Hudock; fifteen grandchildren and their spouses; two great-grandsons. Richard is also...
Sandra Bimmler
Dec 14, 2023
Sandra J. Bimmler, age 75, of Endwell NY passed away at Bridgewater Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing after an extended illness on 12/14/23. Sandra is survived by her husband Richard, daughter Kerri (Chris), son Greg (Amie), daughter Kelcie (Torrey), and grandchildren Tyler, Colin, Emily, Arabella, Leonardo, Salvatore, Dillon and Spencer, and very special friends Christy, Sandy, Joyce, the Whitney...
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