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.

Daniel “Dan” Kropp

Daniel “Dan” Kropp

Aug 11, 2023

Daniel Kropp (91) died (August 11). He was predeceased by his parents and brothers. He is survived by his high school sweetheart, Elizabeth, who he adored and was married to for 71 years, his son Michael (Mary Alice) Kropp of Vestal NY, his daughter Barbara (Mark) Van Vechten of Port Byron NY, three granddaughters, Gillian (John DeMartin) Kropp of...

Brian Mather

Brian Mather

Aug 7, 2023

Brian Kent Mather, age 87, passed away at his home on August 7, 2023. He was predeceased by his parents, Paul and Pauline Mather, his sister Dawn Winnie, his brother Ronald Mather and his nephews Kim, Dale and Dean Mather. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Margery Mather and his children Tammy (Michael) Telfer, Terri Howard,...

Yvette Odofin

Yvette Odofin

Aug 1, 2023

Yvette Mildred Odofin, born on March 21, 1956, to proud parents Robert Sinkler and Mildred Hicks, embarked on her final journey on August 31, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. Yvette was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, wife, and cherished friend whose presence will be sorely missed. Yvette was the third of eight children, sharing her childhood with her sisters...

Stanley Vail

Stanley Vail

Aug 1, 2023

Stanley R. Vail, 74, of Brackney PA, passed away on August 1st, 2023 at Athens Health and Rehabilitation Center in Athens PA after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. He was predeceased by his parents, Stanley E. and Elsie Vail. He is survived by his beloved wife, Andrea Vail, his daughters, Heather (Kyle) Pratt and Patricia Vail, and his...

Joyce Tripp

Joyce Tripp

Jul 31, 2023

Joyce B. Tripp of Endwell, NY, age 90, affectionately known as Grammie and Wonderful Person, passed away peacefully at home following a long illness on July 31, 2023, surrounded by loving family. She is survived by her son, Stephen Bizilia, Jr., daughters Carolyn Bizilia, Susan Ligas, Lori McCarthy, grandchildren Eden Ligas, Andrew Ligas, their father Larry Ligas, son-in-law Todd...

Barbara Keppler

Barbara Keppler

Jul 28, 2023

Barbara J. Keppler, born October 22, 1931 passed away into the arms of her Lord on July 28,2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was predeceased by her parents Ted and Edith Bridge, husband Robert and daughter Kathy. She is survived by Stephen (Trish), David (Carol), Donna (Martin) Dellatto, Ronald (Cindy), Robert: beloved grandchildren; Justin (Heather), Kristen (Scott), Nick...

Diana Gross

Diana Gross

Jul 28, 2023

Diana L Gross went to be with our Lord on July 28, 2023. She is predeceased by her husband Joseph Gross, two brothers Delmar Smales, Clark Smales (Pete), and one sister Barbara (Lillian) Bushnoe. She is survived by two brothers: John Smales, (Cathy) Endicott, NY, Davis Smales, (Dianna) Lawton, Ok, one sister: Patricia Huerta, (Sergio) Tucson AR, a step...

Florence Andrake

Florence Andrake

Jul 25, 2023

Florence M. Andrake, 95, of Endicott, died peacefully in her home on Tuesday, July 25, 2023. She is predeceased by her parents, Ethel Ross Evans and Ira Ross, sister Mary Jane Freethy, and brother, Ira Sterling Ross. Born in Scranton, Pa., Florence graduated from Scranton Central High School, class of 1945 as a member of the National Honor Society....

Rita Scordino

Rita Scordino

Jul 23, 2023

Rita Scordino of Endicott, 90, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on July 23rd, 2023. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Mike Scordino, and son, Michael Scordino. Rita was survived by her children; Doug Scordino (Cindy), Sandra Conklin, Rick Scordino (Beth), her brother, Edward Cunningham (Dolores), and daughter-in-law, Donna Scordino. Grandchildren; Marla Zedanovich, Jay Scordino, DJ...

Cindy Mckinney

Cindy Mckinney

Jul 13, 2023

Cindy McKinney, 71, of Endicott NY was called to Glory on July 13th, 2023. A devout follower of Christ, Cindy is predeceased by her grandparents Mildred and Edward Sherman, parents Marian and Rudolph Kohut, Aunt Mary Sherman, son Shane, as well as son-in-law Glen Woods- all of whom she loved dearly. Cindy is survived by her Aunt Patricia Mitchell,...

Nanette Kenien

Nanette Kenien

Jul 7, 2023

On July 7, 2023 the gracious spirit of Nanette Bishara Kenien transitioned from the presence of her loving family and was reunited with the love of her life Faris Kenien. No words can accurately capture the magnificence of Nan’s life story nor the contributions she brought to those that knew and loved her. Nanette was born September 30th, 1930...

Katherine “Kay” Moore

Katherine “Kay” Moore

Jul 4, 2023

Katherine M (Abdallah) Moore, formerly of Binghamton. Kay was born in Binghamton, NY to Gazelle and Esma Abdallah. She was a graduate of Johnson City High school and began her career with IBM Endicott in 1951, retiring as a manager at IBM Poughkeepsie. Kay enjoyed golfing and thoroughly loved the winters at her home in Sarasota, FL. She was...

Ann Driggs

Ann Driggs

Jul 4, 2023

Ann (Griffin) Driggs, 85, of Vestal, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on July 4, 2023. Ann was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on August 26, 1937. Ann earned a bachelor’s degree from Wake Forest University and a master’s degree from the University of Maryland. She worked for Western Electric in Winston-Salem, where she met her future husband,...

Leonard Prymak

Leonard Prymak

Jul 2, 2023

On Sunday, July 2, 2023, Leonard Prymak, 86, passed away at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital. He was born on May 16, 1937 in Poland of Ukrainian descent. He came to the United States with his family in 1950 to live in New York City. He graduated from Stuyvesant High School, City College of New York, and earned a...

Laura “Alice” Rollo

Laura “Alice” Rollo

Jul 1, 2023

Laura (Alice) Rollo, 90, of Vestal, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 1, 2023, at Ideal Senior Living Center, Endicott. She was predeceased by her husband, William J. Rollo Jr; parents; brothers and sisters; brothers-in-law and sister-in-law. She is survived by her children, Mark W. (Patti) Rollo of Endwell, Joan A. (Roger) Rurey, of Vestal, Randy L. Rollo (Marylouise...

Leslie “Les” Kyser

Leslie “Les” Kyser

Jun 30, 2023

Leslie “LES” Terpening Kyser, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 30, 2023 with his loving family at his bedside. He was predeceased by Pat, his high school sweetheart and beloved wife of 58 years on December 5, 2013. Les and Pat will be reunited as expressed in his letter THANK YOU PAT … Until we meet again, I’ll be...

Leona Flint

Leona Flint

Jun 29, 2023

Leona E. Flint, 84 of Endicott, was reunited with Bob, her husband of 64 years on June 29, 2023. She was born on March 3, 1939 in Johnson City, NY to Percy and Hazel Adams. Leona loved to sing. She had a beautiful voice and sang many years ago with the Endicott Johnson worker’s band and on local telethons....

Michael “Mike” York

Michael “Mike” York

Jun 28, 2023

Michael J. York, 58, of Johnson City, NY joined all those that passed before him on Wednesday, June 28th, 2023 after a brief illness. He was predeceased by his father, Roger York, grandparents and many who were close to him. He leaves behind his life partner, Susan Albanese, mother, Judith York, sister and brother-in-law, Jennifer and Gavin Knickerbocker, nieces...

Margaret “Marge” Frederick

Margaret “Marge” Frederick

Jun 27, 2023

Margaret Sine Frederick, 83, of Endicott, NY died on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at Mercy House of the Southern Tier. In addition to her Parents: George and Helen (King) Sine, a special Uncle and Aunt: David and Marguerite (Sine) Stark and her in-laws: Norman and Mabel (Lerch) Frederick, she was predeceased by her brother-in-law: Andrew Sienko, Sr., sister-in-law: Marlene...

Frank Romanelli

Frank Romanelli

Jun 25, 2023

Our beloved husband, father and Pop-Pop Frank J. Romanelli - 85 of Endicott, NY (formerly from Hazleton, PA) passed away suddenly on Sunday June 25th doing what he loved, swimming in his pool. Frank was predeceased by his parents Frank A. and Rose Romanelli, his brother Peter (Janet), sisters Mary (Anthony) Franzosa, Philomina (John) Horneck, Carmella (Anunzio) Romeo, Maurina...

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