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.
Leatrice “Lea” Shanley
Mar 16, 2022
Leatrice A. (Lea) Whitmore Shanley, 97, of Bradenton, Florida and Rochester, New York died in Rochester on March 16, 2022 in the trusting care of her daughter Kristine, special friends Katie Armstrong and Gina Wilson, and the comfort of her most loving family. Her adoring husband Michael Shanley Sr. predeceased her in 2004. During the final months of her...
Anthony “Tony” Veruto
Mar 10, 2022
Anthony P. (“Tony”) Veruto of Vestal, New York, age 94, peacefully and quietly began his journey back to the Lord at home on Thursday, March 10, 2022. Tony was predeceased by his parents, John and Emily (DeFelice) Veruto, his brother Rudy Veruto and his sister Ruth Baleno. He is survived by his wife, Sharon, his children Patricia (James) Hover,...
Reese Jones
Mar 10, 2022
Reese Jones, 91 of Apalachin, NY took his final breath at Mercy House, on March 10, 2022, after an extended illness. He was born on Oct 23rd, 1930 to the late Reese and Maureen Jones of Vestal, NY. He was predeceased by his sister Sabre Hamlin and his wife Shirley (Nelson) who passed away in 2011. To carry on...
William “Bill” Mcmanus
Mar 9, 2022
William (Bill) Joseph McManus, 87 of Vestal, passed away on Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at Lourdes Hospital, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with Cancer. Bill is predeceased by his parents Edwin and Doris McManus, his brothers Matthew McManus, Joseph McManus, Jerome McManus, Donald McManus and David McManus, sisters Sharon Mang and Marcella Fiorelli, brothers-in-laws Michael Fiorelli,...
Dean Willson
Mar 8, 2022
Dean Willson age 63 passed away unexpectedly at Wilson Memorial Hospital on 3/8/22 with his family by his side. Predeceased by his parents Walter and Dorothy Willson Survived by Marge Nelson, David and Jean Willson, Ron and Diane Zunic, Darrell and Debbie Willson, Donnie Willson, Doris and Ron Deman. Several nieces and nephews, Scott, Shawn, Keri, Nick, Rose, Kyle,...
Manuel “Manny” Parente
Mar 2, 2022
Manuel Parente, 67, of Long Branch, NJ formally of Endicott, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, March 2nd, 2022. He was predeceased by his mother, Hortensia Parente. He is survived by his beloved wife of 32 years, MaryAnn Parente; his daughters, Marissa Parente (fiancé Adam Moldavan), Alexandria, VA and Michelle Parente of Astoria, NY.; his...
Joseph “Joe” Thornton
Feb 27, 2022
Joseph W. Thornton passed away on 2/27/2022 surrounded by his adoring family. Joe was predeceased by his parents, John F. & Mary B. (Crane) Thornton, his cherished wife & mother of his children, Betty, his eldest son Joe and his 2nd wife, Joan. Also predeceasing him were his siblings & their spouses Jack Thornton, Warren & Jeanne Jennings and...
George Koutsaris
Feb 26, 2022
George J. Koutsaris of Endicott, NY passed away on Saturday, February 26, 2022 at the age of 85 with his loving family by his side. George was born in Tripi (Sparti) Greece and immigrated to New York in 1955. He was preceded in death by his parents, John & Helen Koutsaris and his brother Nicholas Koutsaris. He is survived...
Patricia “Pat” Kline
Feb 25, 2022
Patricia Pearis Kline of Endicott, New York (formerly of Binghamton, New York) died on February 25, 2022. She is survived by her husband, Herbert Kline, and her children Wendy (Fred) Budlong, Nancy Kline, and Robert (Dee) Kline, her grandchildren Erik (Prassuna) Budlong, Carl Budlong, Marena Kline, and Ariana Kline, her sister-in-law Justine Pearis, and her brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, Melvin...
Sandra Koytek
Feb 25, 2022
Sandra M. Koytek, 78 of Endicott, NY, passed away Friday February 25th, 2022 at Wilson Hospital after battling a long illness. She is predeceased by her parents, Anthony and Anna (Petrigala) May; in-laws, Henry and Vera (Olivieri) Koytek. Sandra is survived by her husband, Thomas; son, Nicholas Sr, and precious grandson Nicholas Jr.; sister, Claudia (Richard) Rogers; brother; Joseph...
Dale Peloke
Feb 24, 2022
Dale Edward Peloke, 69, of Vestal, entered his Heavenly Home on February 24, 2022. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Karen (Keast) Peloke, his cherished daughters, Rachel (Jim) Fenney, Amanda (Kyle) Colunio, and his grandsons, Henley and Knox Colunio. He is also survived by his brother, John Russel (Billie Jo) Peloke, and sister Carole Rewald, and...
William “Denny” Westover
Feb 21, 2022
It is with great sadness that our beloved husband, father & grandfather, William (Denny) Westover, 75 of Apalachin, NY passed away February 21, 2022. He was predeceased by his father William Westover, mother Lorraine Campbell, & sister Bonnie Llewellyn. He is survived by his wife of 54 years Shirley, son Michael (Sarita) Westover, daughter Tracy (Brant) Signs, grandchildren Korey...
Rosemarie Palmeri
Feb 21, 2022
RoseMarie Theresa Palmeri - 89, a longtime resident of Vestal NY passed away on February 21 at Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Venice, Florida. She had been living with her daughter Annette and was surrounded by family as she passed peacefully. RoseMarie was predeceased by her husband of 69 years, Gasper Palmeri and her parents Angelo and Rose Divittorio. RoseMarie...
Mary Beth “Betsy” Murray
Feb 21, 2022
Mary Beth “Betsy” Murray, of Johnson City, joined her husband and best friend of 39 years, Jim, on Monday, February 21, 2022. She passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord in her home surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth (David) Hochman (Afton NY) and children Annabelle, Colin, Grace and Charlotte Rosh. Son,...
Josephine Reed
Feb 20, 2022
With the heaviest of hearts, we mourn the loss of our beloved Josephine Reed. Josephine passed peacefully in her sleep on the morning of February 20th, 2022, at the age of 96 years young. Josephine is predeceased by her husband Sam, sisters Anna, Mary, and Dominica, her niece Delores, her nephew Phillip, her daughter in law Joan, and granddaughter...
John Kuzemka
Feb 17, 2022
John Kuzemka, 92 of Vestal, NY passed away on February 17, 2022, surrounded by those who loved him. John passed 3 weeks to the day that he lost his wife, Irene. The 17th also would have been their 72nd wedding anniversary. John is survived by his children: Carol McManus, Endwell, NY, Jon Kuzemka (Gail Gaul) Binghamton NY and Joyce...
Frances “Fran” Martin
Feb 15, 2022
Frances A. Martin (Fran), 95, of Kirkwood passed away February 15, 2022, surrounded by family. Fran’s greatest legacy is her family for whom she had boundless love and unwavering support. She is survived by 6 children and their spouses/significant others, 13 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Robert C. Martin Sr. Fran...
Frank Zurla Iv
Feb 14, 2022
On February 14th, 2022 Frank A. Zurla IV peacefully passed onto his heavenly home with the Lord while surrounded by his loving family. We have been so blessed by your laugh, your smile, your hugs, and your heart. It will all be missed until we meet again in our Father’s home. Frank was born July 12th, 1986 to Frank...
Francis Magee
Feb 13, 2022
Francis Xavier Magee, age 87, of Endicott, NY passed away peacefully on February 13, 2022 in the comfort of Mercy House of the Southern Tier surrounded by the love of his two sons - Mike and Patrick. He now joins his beloved wife and high school sweetheart, Jean F. Magee, whom he married on January 8th, 1955 and had...