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 Bowers
Aug 11, 2022
John M. Bowers, Town of Owego, passed on August 11, 2022. John was born to Harry and Mary Sulich Bowers (Bewersdorf) on December 26, 1941, in Binghamton, NY. John was predeceased by: his parents; the love of his life, wife of 55 years, Ida; brother Thomas Bowers; sister Patricia Mulesky; close brother-in-law Don Frear; and faithful dogs Buddy and...
Alfred “Allie” Latessa
Aug 8, 2022
Alfred Latessa and his wife, Paula Spencer Latessa, Johnson City, were tragically taken from their families in an auto accident on August 8, 2022. Alfred was known as a kind man, a loving brother and husband. He was called Uncle Allie or Pop-Pop by many family members. He is predeceased by his mother, Gloria Gross Latessa and survived by...
Paula Spencer-Latessa
Aug 8, 2022
Paula Spencer-Latessa, 60, Of Johnson City, Passed away with her Husband Alfred Latessa due to a tragic accident on Monday August 8th, 2022. Paula was loved by many. She had 4 Siblings Bonnie Spencer, Valerie Rosier, Leland Spencer, And James Spencer. She had 4 Children John Lamoree, April And Dennis Fitch, Deana Lamoree, And Joann And Jon Vanbarriger. My...
Terry Ann Mccormick
Aug 8, 2022
Terry Ann McCormick, (Duclos) of Endicott, NY went to be with the Lord on August 8, 2022. She was 76 years old. Terry passed away at the Ideal Senior Living Center in Endicott, NY, with her daughter by her side. Terry was predeceased by her parents, Beulah and Norman Duclos, and her loving husband Patrick J. McCormick. Terry was...
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,...
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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...


