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.

Ellen Gance

Ellen Gance

Mar 22, 2023

It’s with a very heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved Wife, Mother and Grandmother, Ellen Gance. She would have had her 90th birthday at the end of April and her 69th wedding anniversary in December. If you knew Ellen, your eyes are welling up with tears because you now feel the huge void left by...

Robert “Bob” Mcgurrin

Robert “Bob” Mcgurrin

Mar 22, 2023

Robert John McGurrin, Sr. “Bob or John” of Endicott, NY, age 88 passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at Lourdes Hospital. Bob is predeceased by his parents, James and Helen McGurrin; son, Robert; and siblings: Francis, James, Marian Edwards, William, Anthony, Joseph, Catherine Melliand, and Thomas. Bob is survived by his spouse of 56 years, Esther; his...

Frank La Belle

Frank La Belle

Mar 19, 2023

Frank David La Belle, loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, passed away quietly the morning of March 19th, 2023 at his home in Endwell, NY at the age of 92. Frank was predeceased by his wife Phyllis, father Leonard, mother Myrtle, sister Grace and brother Charles. Frank is survived by his sister Barbara, his son and his wife,...

Gloria Adams

Gloria Adams

Mar 10, 2023

Gloria J. Adams, 77, went to her eternal rest on March 10, 2023. She passed peacefully at home with her beloved husband of 57 years at her side. She is survived by her husband, Carl W. Adams,Sr; sons, Carl W. Adams, Jr, Mark E. Adams (Zoe); daughter, Joann M.Jones (Tom); brother, Coe L. Hill, Jr (Beverly); sisters, Sally Hotaling...

Michael Karl

Michael Karl

Mar 9, 2023

Michael C. Karl, 75, of Endicott, NY passed away unexpectedly at his home on March 9, 2023. Michael is survived by daughter Callista Sherrill and grandchildren Mason and Ryan Sherrill, whom he adored. He is also survived by sisters Joan (Peter) Gannon, Chester, VA, Marilyn (Robert) Pittman, Denver, PA as well as brothers Richard Karl, Newtown Square, PA and...

William “Bill” Hinrichsen

William “Bill” Hinrichsen

Mar 7, 2023

William (Bill) Hinrichsen passed away peacefully in his home on March 7, 2023. Bill was predeceased by his wife Zelia Hinrichsen, parents Hans and Edna Hinrichsen, sister Audrey Peters, and granddaughter Jennie Bennett. Bill is survived by his loving children Randall Hinrichsen (Vestal,NY), Jeffrey Hinrichsen (Vestal, NY), Terence and wife Susan Hinrichsen (Vestal, NY), Brian Hinrichsen (Vestal, NY), Lori...

Norman “Norm” O’Neil

Norman “Norm” O’Neil

Mar 3, 2023

Norman J. O’Neil, 59, was unexpectedly called home to the Lord on Friday, March 3rd, 2023. He is predeceased by his father, Edward M. O’Neil Sr. and his brother, Edward Mark O’Neil II. Norm is survived by the love of his life for 35 years, his wife, Wendy (Sims) O’Neil; his beloved children, who were his pride and joy,...

Robert Young

Robert Young

Feb 22, 2023

Robert C Young, 76 of Apalachin, New York passed away on February 22, 2023. Younger was born on December 17, 1946 in Endicott, NY. After graduating from Union-Endicott High School in 1966 he attended Central City Business Institute in Syracuse, NY. Following this he served in the US Army, stationed in Germany and earning the rank of Sergeant. He...

Frances Glisson

Frances Glisson

Feb 22, 2023

Frances Glisson 87, formerly of Endicott , passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 ( just don’t tell David) at The Grand nursing home in Chittenango . She was predeceased by her husband Merle and brother Frank Bogady. She is survived by her son David and his wife Jeanne, and the two brightest stars in her life her Grandsons,...

Jean Mastroianni

Jean Mastroianni

Feb 22, 2023

Jean M Mastroianni (Purdy) 73, of Vestal, NY passed away on 2/22/23 surrounded by her family. Jean is predeceased by her parents Joseph L Sr. and Jean M Purdy, her brothers, Joseph L Jr. and Richard F Purdy. Jean is survived by her sons Bryan (Tara) and Eric (Natalie) Mastroianni, her grandchildren Richard, Elayna, Joseph, Marco, Angelo, and Rocco....

Daniel Kaczynski

Daniel Kaczynski

Feb 18, 2023

Daniel J. Kaczynski of Maine, NY passed away unexpectedly on February 18, 2023, at 43 years old as a result of a tragic accident. Danny was pre-deceased by his son Zachary James, Grandparents Steve & Jean Kaczynski, and Joan & Robert Head. He will also be met on the other side by his best friend Mike Stelmak, and favorite...

Caroline “Carrie” Apker

Caroline “Carrie” Apker

Feb 17, 2023

Caroline (Carrie) M. Apker, 95, of Vestal, N.Y. passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on February 17, 2023. Carrie was born on December 15, 1927 in Williamsport, PA. Carrie was proud of her family - especially her two children, six grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She loved her community, her neighbors, and friends at Our Lady...

Eleanor Anderson

Eleanor Anderson

Feb 16, 2023

Eleanor Anderson, 89, of Endicott passed away peacefully on February 16, 2023. She was predeceased by her parents Merle and Helen Matteson, husband Louis Anderson, brothers Martin Matteson and Marvin Matteson, and sisters Shirley Cliff and Bunnie Moore. She is survived by two daughters Tina Brown and Kim Howell (Doug); two sons Randy Anderson (Jennifer) and Shawn Anderson (Lori);...

Irene Fusetti

Irene Fusetti

Feb 15, 2023

Irene B. Fusetti, 91, of Endicott, formerly of Vestal, went to her eternal rest Wednesday, February 15, 2023. She is predeceased by her loving husband of 61 years Peter J. Fusetti, her parents, William and Florence Knapik, brother William Knapik Jr. (wife Gloria), and sister Constance Dvorsky (husband Robert). She is survived by her daughter Cindy Place, Vestal; two...

Tammy Kruczkowski

Tammy Kruczkowski

Feb 13, 2023

Tammy L. Kruczkowski, 52, of Endicott, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 13, 2023. She was predeceased by her mother Cheryl Kozecke, Grandparents Tennyson and Della Tingley, Leo and Irene Kruczkowski, and Grandma J.; sister-in-law Lindsey Kozecke, and her beloved pups Max and Sneech. She is survived by her son London Eaves, parents Lee and Becky Kruczkowski, brothers Nick...

Ruth (Wiercinski) Colwell

Ruth (Wiercinski) Colwell

Feb 13, 2023

Ruth Mary (Wiercinski) Colwell, 93, of Apalachin, passed away surrounded by her loving family on February 13, 2023. She was born on July 4, 1929 in Little Meadows, PA. Ruth was predeceased by her former husband, Joseph Wiercinski, her loving husband Edwin Colwell, her parents, five brothers and one sister. Ruth is survived by her children, Michael (Leslie) Wiercinski...

Robert “Bob” Hess

Robert “Bob” Hess

Feb 13, 2023

Robert Maurice Hess, age 91, passed away Monday, February 13, after a short illness at Geisinger Medical Center in Scranton, PA. He was predeceased by his dear wife of 58 years, Constance Orris Hess; his parents, Maurice and Emily Hess; brother Lauren Hess; nephew Lauren Hess, Jr. and his two best Navy pals, Eugene Lynch and Jack Trout. He...

Steven Owens

Steven Owens

Feb 11, 2023

Steven E. Owens fell asleep in the Lord on February 11, 2023. He was surrounded by family and reposed at his home in Port Crane. Steven was born on November 28, 1955, at St. Mary’ Hospital in Huntington, West Virginia. He graduated from St. Mary’s School of Nursing and took classes at Marshall University. He worked as a Registered...

Carol Jean Roma Zayac

Carol Jean Roma Zayac

Feb 10, 2023

Carol Jean Roma Zayac, 82, of Endicott, passed away on Friday, February 10, 2023. She was born August 26, 1940 at Ideal Hospital, to the late Carlo and Anna (Greco) Roma. Carol was also predeceased by her infant son, Thomas Stephen; her brothers, James and Robert; and sisters, Philomena, Marie and Lorraine. She is survived by her husband of...

Esther Kenien

Esther Kenien

Feb 8, 2023

Esther Kenien, 92, of Johnson City, NY was received into the arms of her Lord on Wednesday, February 8, 2023. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, George, who she joins in joy and love and light. She was also predeceased by her parents Mary and Elias Ferris, six brothers and one sister. She is survived by her loving...

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