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.
Brent Bowers
Feb 1, 2022
Brent F. Bowers of Apalachin, NY, passed away very peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family and loved ones after a 5 year long battle with cancer on Tuesday, February 1, 2022. He is now reunited with his son, Brent who predeceased him 29 years ago, and his parents Richard P. and Evelyn I. Bowers in a grand...
Vivienne Socha
Jan 29, 2022
The Lord called Vivienne A. Socha home when she died peacefully at Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City, NY surrounded by her daughters Tiffany (Socha) Luzuriaga and Dr. Cori (Socha) Mikloucich. Vivienne was born on January 21, 1944, in Scranton, Pa and grew up in Dunmore, Pa. She was head majorette at Dunmore Highschool. She graduated from Marywood University...
Anna “Reggie” Yurko
Jan 28, 2022
Anna Regina Yurko, 85, of Endicott, went to be with the Lord peacefully at Wilson Hospital on January 28,2022. She is predeceased by her parents, John and Bertha Miller, her sister and brother-in-law, Arlene and George Janenko, sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy and Al Kloss, brother, James Miller, sister Sr. Mary Ann Miller, SJ, mother-in-law, Margaret Yurko and aunt-in-law, Julia...
Irene Kuzemka
Jan 27, 2022
Irene Kuzemka, 92, of Vestal, NY passed away on January 27, 2022, surrounded by her family. She is survived by her loving husband of 71 years, John Kuzemka. Three children: Carol McManus of Endwell, Jon Kuzemka (Gail Gaul) of Binghamton and Joyce Lynn Kuzemka of Apalachin, NY. Three grandchildren: Christopher Kuzemka (Melinda) and great grandson Cade, Zachary Kuzemka and...
Rosemary Wierman
Jan 26, 2022
Rosemary Wierman of Endwell, passed away at Mercy House of the Southern Tier, Monday, January 26, 2022. Rosemary was born in Ashland, KY on March 24, 1941 to Ted and Mary Greene. She later moved to Morehead, KY and graduated from Breckinridge High School in 1960 and attended Morehead St College. She moved to Syracuse, NY where she met...
Scott Armstrong
Jan 26, 2022
Scott Armstrong, 50, of Campville left this world in his way: quiet and with dignity, surrounded by his loving family, on January 26, 2022. He leaves behind his wife and forever love, Saundra Armstrong and their children Sam and Natalia Nowetner. Scott was the loving son of Robin and Jake Armstrong and John (Cindy) Collins. He also leaves behind...
Dr. Stanley Erney
Jan 25, 2022
Dr. Stanley L. Erney, of Endwell, beloved physician to many Southern Tier residents and visionary medical educator, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on January 25, 2022, at the age of 87. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Dorothy (Dot) Stratton Erney, his children Trent (Sally) Erney, MD, Trena Gregory, Troy (Andrea) Erney, Treavor (Shari...
Michael “Mike” Haggerty
Jan 24, 2022
Michael J Haggerty of Endicott, NY Passed away on January 24, 2022 in his home under hospice care with his brother and sister-in-law in attendance. Mike was 70 years old at his death. Mike was preceded in death by his parents Rena F Dyer, and Patrick J Haggerty He is survived by his brother Dennis Haggerty, sister in law...
Ruth Ann Morenus
Jan 24, 2022
Ruth Ann Morenus of Port Crane, NY, 85, went home to be with the Lord on 1/24/22 after a brief illness. Ruth was born in Coraopolis, PA on 2/11/36. She was predeceased by her parents Herman and Marie Maier, sisters Ellen Hudson, Charlotte St. John and longtime companion Les Platt. Ruth is survived by sons Ron (Kelly), Gary (Amy);...
Eleanor Cole
Jan 23, 2022
Eleanor J. Cole, 88, of Vestal, passed away on Sunday January 23, 2022 at UHS Wilson Hospital, Johnson City. She was predeceased by her husband Jesse Cole Jr. Born in Johnson City, NY on February 15, 1933 she was the daughter of Joseph and Mary Fitzgerald. She is survived by her children, Michele (Tom) Ryan, Friendsville, PA, Pat Cole,...
Robert “Bob” Brady
Jan 14, 2022
After a full and blessed life of over 96 years, Robert A. “Bob” Brady passed away peacefully on Friday, January 14th, 2022. Bob is survived by his children; Robert O. Brady, MaryLu and Scott Coyle, Anne Brady, and Beth and Filippo Muggeo. He was a beloved Grandpa to Robert and Lisa Coyle, Meghan Coyle, Michael Coyle, Kristen Coyle, Grace...
Charles Goodwin
Jan 13, 2022
Charles Lee Goodwin of Endicott, NY passed away at Wilson Memorial Hospital after a short illness on January 13, 2022. Charles was predeceased by his parents Walter and Lena Goodwin, his brother Edward (Bud), and his sister Junia Oakley. He is survived by his wife Mae, children Karen Mikels (Richard), Patricia Cochran (Douglas), Jeffrey Goodwin (Cathy), and Kathleen Plate...
Russell “Russ” Race
Jan 11, 2022
Russell L. “Russ” Race left the world in his way, quietly and with dignity, on January 11, 2022. He is predeceased by his mother and father, Lillian and Jerry Vosburgh, brothers Jim Fisher, Bill Fisher, and Randy Race, sister Penny Buck, and his special furry companions, Buddy and Cole. Russ is survived by his loving wife, best friend, and...
Marcella View
Jan 10, 2022
Marcella passed away peacefully on January 10, 2022, with the comfort of her loved ones at her side. She was the daughter of the late Hal and Regina VanAuken (Endicott, NY). She was also predeceased by sisters Marion Stone and Alice Ellis, by brothers Robert, Donald, Wayne, Harold and James VanAuken. She is survived by her loving husband of...
Mary “Mimi” Valentino
Jan 10, 2022
Mary (Mimi) Sbarra Valentino, formerly of Endicott, NY passed away on Monday, January 10, 2022, with her daughter Lisa, by her bedside at Community General Hospital, Harrisburg, PA after a short illness. She was predeceased by her husband of 52 years, Antonio G Valentino, her parents Giovanni and Maria Sbarra, brother and sister-in-law Tony & Elvira Sbarra, a sister...
Homer Keast
Jan 9, 2022
Homer James Keast, 97, of Vestal, NY, passed through the gates of Heaven on Jan 9, 2022. He was predeceased by his parents, Elmer & Bessie Keast, and by his sister, Marian (Duane) Jenkins. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Rose Marie (Poltanis) Keast, his brother, Robert (Dorothy) Keast, and his children, Karen (Dale) Peloke and...
Ronald “Ron” Saxe
Jan 6, 2022
Ronald “Ron” William Saxe of Endicott, passed away in the early morning of Thursday, January 6, 2022 at the age of 69 after a long illness. He worked for IBM for 30 years before retiring. After Ron retired, he worked part-time at RGIS until the onset of his illness. He met Denise Hranek while she was temping at IBM...
Mary Christine Bonczek
Jan 2, 2022
Mary Christine Bonczek (nee McAndrew), 86, entered her eternal rest on Sunday, January 2, 2022. Christine was born in Scranton (Providence), PA on September 15, 1935. She graduated from Most Holy Rosary High School in Scranton, and later met her husband, Richard Bonczek. They married and raised a family in Vestal, NY. Christine was predeceased in death by her...
Dorothy Monforte
Jan 1, 2022
Our beloved Mother and Grandmother, Dorothy Monforte, 91, passed away peacefully at her home on New Year’s Day 2022, surrounded by her family. For 60 years she was married to her devoted husband, Rocco (Rocky), who predeceased her in 2017. Dorothy is survived by her daughter Lissa Monforte Connelly of Johnson City, daughter Michele (Shelly) Monforte and son-in-law, George...
Jeff Gregory
Dec 31, 2021
Jeff Gregory, 67, Town of Maine, passed away on Dec 31, 2021 after a short illness. He is survived by his wife, Kris, stepson Jeff (Terri ) Dutcher, step grandchildren Jack McGill, Mary Dutcher and Gerrit Dutcher, his sister Tina (Joe Dohnalek), brother Kurt (Elliott Majka), niece Megan (Jonathan) Boberg, nephew Brandon (Gaby) Gregory, grandniece, Avery & a large...


