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.
Lawrence Kotasek
Mar 28, 2021
Lawrence Kotasek, of Vestal, NY, 90, passed away on March 28, 2021. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Lawrence was predeceased by his wife, Lillian Kotasek, parents Katherine and Mathew Kotasek, sister Sophie Comfort, and brothers John and Louis Kotasek. He is survived by his children, Karen, John and Joseph (Linda) Kotasek, his grandchildren,...
Marion Gallagher
Mar 28, 2021
Marion Gallagher, 86, of Vestal, entered into eternal rest at Mercy House of the Southern Tier, surrounded by her loving family on March 28, 2021. Marion was predeceased by her father and mother, Nicholas and Mary Petcosky; her brothers, Nickolas, Joseph, John, Andrew, Donald, Paul and her sister Anna. Marion is survived by her loving husband of 54 years,...
Irma Berzinskis
Mar 27, 2021
Irma Anna Berzinskis, 99, of Vestal, joined her loved ones on March 27, 2021. She was born in Riga, Latvia. Irma was predeceased by her parents, Peteris and Kristine Terins, her husband Janis Berzinskis, son Noris and brother Arnolds. She is survived by her daughter Irisa (Alvis) Arens, her daughter-in-law Brigitte Berzinskis, grandchildren Andris (Naomi) Arens, Brigita (Robert) Anderson,...
David Knight
Mar 24, 2021
We are sad to announce the passing of our adored (Pop’s) David Knight 96. He was selfless, hardworking, and always had a smile on his face! He never sat still and was always willing to help someone in need. He is predeceased by his 1st wife Vivian Knight who he was married to for 63 years and his 2nd...
Jean Smith
Mar 23, 2021
Jean R. Smith, 93, of Endicott, NY passed away peacefully on March 23, 2021 at Good Shepherd Fairview Home. She was predeceased by her husband Don in 2008 and her grandson Jim Newlon in 2017. She is survived by her children, Donna and Gary Newlon, Endwell, NY, Tom and Patty Smith, Stuart, FL, and Richard Smith of Endicott; her...
Gary Conrow
Mar 22, 2021
Gary M. Conrow, of Binghamton NY, 65, passed away at Binghamton General Hospital on Monday, March 22, 2021. He was predeceased by his parents Vernon and Ruth Conrow and his beloved wife Sue Ellen. He is survived by his brother Martin Conrow ( Beth), many cousins and Friends. Gary was a Army veteran and a motorcycle enthusiast. He was...
David Sweppenheiser
Mar 19, 2021
On March 19, 2021, David A. Sweppenheiser, 86, entered the Arms of His Loving Savior to live throughout eternity. He was predeceased by his parents Roscoe and Marjorie Sweppenheiser, brothers Harry and Gordon, sister Evelyn, first wife Audrey Stein, and his son David R. Sweppenheiser. He is survived by his most loving and caring wife Sylvia, daughters Sherry (David)...
William “Bill” Pease
Mar 19, 2021
William L Pease, 95, of Endicott, passed into heaven on March 19, 2021. Bill loved spending time with family and friends. He enjoyed church, hunting, fishing, bowling, golfing, gardening - especially tending to his blueberry bushes and roses, feeding the birds, working puzzles, and he even liked shoveling snow. He was a volunteer fireman and lifetime member of the...
Kevin Sweet
Mar 18, 2021
Our hearts are broken. Kevin Johnson Sweet passed on March 18th, 2021, at the age of 69. Kevin was born in Daytona Beach, Florida on January 2nd 1952. He graduated from Chenango Valley High School; he earned his degree from SUNY Delhi where he found his love of carpentry. Kevin is best known for his benevolence. He aspired to...
Beverlee Wike
Mar 17, 2021
Beverlee J. Wike, 95, was reunited with her beloved husband, Ralph, on Wednesday, March 17, 2021. She was also predeceased by her parents, Lloyd and Iris Hallman, brother, Clair Hallman and sister, June Kintner, son-in-law, William Hudy. She is survived by her son, Randall H. Wike (Beverly), daughters, Brenda Caforio (Angelo) and Marsha Dixson (Kyle), grandchildren Tiffany Hudy, Melissa...
Madeline Matthews
Mar 16, 2021
We would like to let you know that Madeline’s work here is done. She received a calling, one that she could not refuse. This assignment comes with a huge bonus, a reunion with precious family and friends she has not seen in a very long time. Nothing was more important to Madeline than her family, and she loved the...
Helen Otocka
Mar 15, 2021
Helen Otocka of Binghamton passed away peacefully on March 15 at the age of 95. She was predeceased by her loving Husband John F Otocka, parents Matthew Klimow and Elizabeth Vanek Klimow, brothers Nicholas, Henry, Alexander and Stephen Klimow, sister Rose and sister Anastasia Fontana. She is survived by her children John A Otocka and his wife Charlene, Daughter...
Joyce Edson
Mar 11, 2021
Joyce W. Edson, 97, of Union Center, NY was reunited with her husband Bill on March 11, 2021 at James G. Johnston Nursing Home. She is predeceased by a son-in-law, Thomas Joy and grandson-in-law, Mike Hauck. She is survived by daughters, Vicki (Don) Haus and Terry Joy; grandchildren, Tory Hauck and James (Kristen) Joy; great grandchildren, Ava and Addy...
Paul Bendert
Mar 11, 2021
Paul Bendert, a purple heart awardee of the Vietnam war, and a member and mentor of AA, died unexpectedly on March 11, 2021at his home in Endicott, NY. Paul is survived by his brother Thomas (Virginia), and Edward (Trish) Bendert. Also many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents Edward and Lena, his sister Theresa and his...
Concetta “Connie” Salamido
Mar 10, 2021
Concetta (Connie) Marie Salamido, 89, of Endicott, NY, passed away peacefully and went home to the Lord, with her husband Dom by her side, at the home of her son on March 10, 2021 She was predeceased by her parents, Andreas and Jennie Argento, sisters Antoinette (Angelo) and Mary (Trombetta), brothers-in-law Orlando (Ben) Trombetta and Franklin Polmateer. Connie is...
Caroline “Gg” Wadsworth
Mar 9, 2021
Caroline (GG) Jean Wadsworth,89, passed away at JGJ Nursing Center Johnson City, NY on March 09, 2021. She is predeceased by her parents, James and Gladys Stephens; husband, Wilson R. Wadsworth; daughter, Deborah A. Bernardo; son, Richard D. Wadsworth; brothers, Ralph Stephens and Samuel Stephens. She is survived by her children, Pamela S. (Rene M.)VandenBroeck of Wake Forest NC...
Jerold “Jer” Phelps
Mar 9, 2021
Jerold W. Phelps,88, of Endicott, NY, passed away on March 9 at Vestal Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Jer was born and raised in the Endwell area to the late Nell & Frank Phelps. He is predeceased by his wife, Dorothy Phelps; brothers, Francis, Robert, John Paul Phelps; sister, Rita O’Brien; stepson, John Lewis and several brothers and sisters-in-law....
Franklin Polmateer
Mar 9, 2021
Franklin J. Polmateer, of Endwell, NY, went to be with his Lord and Shepherd on March 9,2021. He was born on September 6, 1938. He is predeceased by his father, Harold Polmateer (Mary), his mother, Frances Sheldon (Gordon), and his sister Sharon Briggs. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Frances, his children David (Ellen) Polmateer,...
Helen “Jane” Harris
Mar 6, 2021
Helen Jane Harris, 88, of Endicott, passed away peacefully at home on March 6, 2021 and is now with her beloved Chet. Survived by son Wayne Harris, daughters and son-in-law Melanie and Dean Linscott, LuAnn Harris, dear sister Ellen and Tom Markulin, sister in-law Myrna (Stan) Sprague, brothers-in-law Jerry (Sue) Harris, Gene Thomas and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased...
True Frank Wells
Mar 5, 2021
True Franklin Wells, 82, of Endwell, passed away peacefully in his home on Friday March 5 with his loving wife by his side, as always. Frank was predeceased by his parents Priscilla and True Wells, his stepfather Edward Duerstling, grandparents William and Gertrude Browne, brother Robert Pitt, and his beloved daughter Kathleen Erickson. Leaving behind to sorely miss him...
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