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.

John “Jack” Mccawley

John “Jack” Mccawley

Aug 5, 2022

John (Jack) McCawley died peacefully at home at the age of 89. Originally from Carbondale, Pennsylvania, he grew up in a loving Irish family of five. Jack spent his youth working in his family’s Soda Fountain Shop, serving up ice cream sundaes and laughs. He entered the Air Force and served his country honorably during the Korean war. Later,...

Patrick Broschart

Patrick Broschart

Aug 4, 2022

Patrick Bernard Broschart lost his battle with cancer in the comfort of his home in Endicott, New York on August 4, 2022, at the age of 42. Patrick was born on July 21,1980 to Robert G. and Rosanna M. Fitzgerald Broschart, of Dushore, Pennsylvania. He spent his childhood building forts in the woods with his sisters, playing baseball with...

Steven Vanek

Steven Vanek

Aug 3, 2022

Steven D. Vanek, 77 years old of Endicott, NY passed away at Wilson Hospital on August 3, 2022. He is survived by his wife Janet of 57 years, son Christopher (Robin), sister Beth Arney, brother-in-law William (Mary) Fotorny; 4 grandchildren Justine, Kathryn, Christopher, and Ashton; 6 great grandchildren Stephanie, Kolton, Jaxson, Serenity, Abel and Elena.

Barbara “Babs” Heierman

Barbara “Babs” Heierman

Aug 1, 2022

Barbara Heierman (Petko), Age 73, of Endwell, passed away peacefully in her home on August 1, 2022 after a long-fought battle with Huntington’s Disease. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Philip; her sister, Ann Miner (Charlie Taylor); brother, John (Mary) Petko; her sons, Chris Heierman and Sean (Amanda) Heierman; daughter, Jena (Mike) Murphy; 8 grandchildren:...

Evelyn Brutovsky

Evelyn Brutovsky

Aug 1, 2022

Evelyn Craver Sodan Brutovsky, 88, of Endicott, NY, known lovingly as “Nanny” by most, left this Earthly life on August 1, 2022. Heaven has gained a kind and beautiful angel. Born to Charles and Beatrice Craver in Binghamton, NY on August 21, 1933, Evelyn had a special way of making everyone feel treasured. To know her was to simply...

James “Jim” Petrolawicz

James “Jim” Petrolawicz

Jul 28, 2022

James Kirkendall Petrolawicz of Endicott, NY died much too soon on July 28, 2022 at age 39 as the result of a catastrophic brain hemorrhage. He was born August 25, 1982 to Diana Shearer Petrolawicz and Charles F. Petrolawicz of Endicott. He was predeceased by his sister Victoria Michelle, and uncles Vincent John Petrolawicz and Richard Petrolawicz. He is...

James Legg Sr.

James Legg Sr.

Jul 28, 2022

On Thursday, July 28, 2022, James J. Legg, Sr. “Jim” loving partner, father, brother, and friend, passed away in Binghamton, NY at the age of 61. Jim is survived by his wife Tracey Legg, daughter Heather (Patrick Sheen) Legg, son James Jr. (Kaylee) Legg, son Joshua (Kaitlyn) Legg, and daughter Christina Evans (Kyle). Jim was the proud grandfather of...

Jessica Letson

Jessica Letson

Jul 24, 2022

Jessica (D’Aloisio) Letson (RN) age 73. On July 24th, 2022 Jessica passed peacefully in her sleep at home ending her hard fought battle with multiple myeloma. She is predeceased by her infant son Jon, her parents Ugo and Eleanor D’Aloisio, and sister Beverly Cordi. She is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, Jon, daughter Rebecca and son...

Diane Ziemba

Diane Ziemba

Jul 23, 2022

Our beloved mother, Diane M. Ziemba, 61 of Endicott, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 23, 2022. She was predeceased by her parents Ronald N. Pickens and Carrie E. Pickens. She is survived by her three daughters Maranda Skinner, Carrie Palmieri (Jerad Barry) and Jessica Politi, her grandsons John, Ant, Dan and Mikey Palmieri, her granddaughter Emma Grace Politi,...

Anna Corwin

Anna Corwin

Jul 21, 2022

Anna E. Corwin, 89, devoted wife, loving mother and proud Noni passed away after a brief illness surrounded by her loving family. Anna was a longtime member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic church, Endicott, N.Y. Born in Scranton on May 8, 1933, she was the daughter of the late John and Adele Panettieri Martini. She is predeceased by...

James Murphy

James Murphy

Jul 19, 2022

James Murphy, 81, of Endicott, passed away on Tuesday, July 19th , after a brief illness. James was born on August 4, 1940, in Olyphant, Pa. He moved to Endicott over 55 years ago, worked for IBM and retired after nearly 40 years of service. He was a three-time letterman in high school, lifelong Notre Dame and Yankees fan....

Holly Leach

Holly Leach

Jul 13, 2022

Holly F. Leach, 48 of Vestal, NY passed away unexpectedly at her home on July 13, 2022. She was predeceased by her father Donald G. Leach. She is survived by her soul mate Jeffery J. Ramsay and their beautiful daughter Olivia; her mother Margaret A. Leach-Ponas and her husband Richard Ponas; her sister Heather; two brothers Jason and Marc;...

Stephen Schmitt

Stephen Schmitt

Jul 12, 2022

Stephen Richard Schmitt 69, of Endicott passed away peacefully on July 12, 2022 at the Mercy House surrounded by his loving family. Stephen was preceded in death by his parents Betty and Charlie Schmitt of Elmira, New York. He is also preceded in death by his brother David Kinkade. Stephen was blessed with his in-laws Gary and Nancy Slater...

Peter Daino Jr.

Peter Daino Jr.

Jul 11, 2022

Peter William Daino Jr., 69, passed away at Rochester General Hospital on Monday, July 11, 2022. He was predeceased by his parents Peter and Paula Daino. Peter is survived by his sisters Debbie Daino Havens and Donna Hislop (Harry Hislop); his brothers Rick Daino (Sharon Daino), Doug Daino (Sheila Daino) and Terry Daino (Helen Wong); nieces Jill Rose (Chris...

Jack Bidwell

Jack Bidwell

Jul 11, 2022

Jack Julian Bidwell – 87 years old passed away on Monday, July 11, at Susquehanna Nursing Home. Jack was born in Endicott NY to parents Orin and Myrtle Bidwell on December 24, 1934. Jack married the love of his life, his high school sweetheart Diane Deuel, on September 11, 1954. Jack graduated from Union Endicott High School in 1953...

Elsie Fendick

Elsie Fendick

Jul 10, 2022

Elsie J. Fendick, 88, of Endicott, NY passed away on July 10, 2022. She was predeceased by: her parents, Elmer and Grace Ball; her spouse, William Fendick; her daughter, Susan Harrington. She is survived by: her son, Kerry Fendick; her granddaughters, Jennifer Harrington, Megan Harrington, and Erin Almaviva and her spouse Michael Almaviva; her great-grandson, Jaxon Almaviva; and her...

Antoinette “Toni” Murphy

Antoinette “Toni” Murphy

Jul 9, 2022

Antoinette F. “Toni” Murphy (Rizzi) of Endicott NY died unexpectedly, after a brief illness, on July 9, 2022, surrounded by her loved ones, at Wilson Hospital in Johnson City, New York at the age of 82. Toni is predeceased by her husband Joseph P. Murphy, her parents John & Ida (Settipane) Rizzi, and her in-laws Michael J. & Helen...

Jon Allen

Jon Allen

Jul 5, 2022

Allen, Jon R. Age 57 of Endicott died unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, July 5 due to complications w surgery. Jon was born in Endicott to Robert and Dorothy Allen and graduated from U E High School. Jon is survived by his husband Robby of 8 years, his sister Kim (Jim) Ford of Cape May, NJ and his...

William “David” Jones

William “David” Jones

Jun 27, 2022

William David Jones, age 63, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2022, at his home in Johnson City, NY, after a brief struggle with pancreatic cancer. David was predeceased by his father Jackie J. Jones and brother Phillip L. Jones. He is survived by his mother Sandra Jordan and many siblings: Frederick Jones (Donna), Jackie Jones (Tommy), Tyrone Jones...

Herbert “Herb” Chandler

Herbert “Herb” Chandler

Jun 26, 2022

On June 26, 2022, the Chandler family lost their beloved “Grandpa Herb,” aged 88. Predeceased by his parents, Herb Sr. and Irene, and by his sister Barbara, Herb is survived by his wife of 66 years, Janet; sons Douglas (Joann), Niles, and Alan (Meredith); grandchildren Andrew, Reed, Lauren, Ethan, Sarah, and Rachel; and his sister Dr. Candace - Chandlers...

Subscribe

To Email Notifications

Subscribe to receive an email when we add new obituaries to our website. Your email will not be used for any other purpose and will not be shared. You may unsubscribe at any time.

A Year of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.