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.
Robert Tozer
Dec 7, 2018
It is with great sadness that the family of Robert Tozer announces his passing on Friday, December 7th, 2018, at the age of 60. Robert will be lovingly remembered by his children Eric (Renee) and Ashley, his grandson Stanton, and his brothers Terry (MaryAnn) and William (Joyce). Robert was predeceased by his sisters Paula and Dixie. Robert will be...
Kenneth Potter
Dec 6, 2018
Kenneth C. Potter, 75, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family December 6, 2018. Kenneth was predeceased by his parents, Marvin and Elizabeth (Lil) Potter; brothers, Eugene, Richard, Warren and sister Jeanette Lott; aunt, Ester and countless friends. Kenneth is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Kathy; his children, David (Holly),Chris (Bunny), and Michelle(Doug) Griffis; 12 grandchildren,...
Gertrude “Trudy” Ottenbaker
Dec 5, 2018
Gertrude (Trudy) Ottenbaker, formerly of Detroit, MI, born July 14, 1934, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 5th at Willow Point Nursing Home, Vestal, NY. Passed on before her are her beloved husband, Larry Ottenbaker; parents, Gertrude and “JB” Kime; brothers, Harold (Louise) Kime, William (Delores) Kime, and Carl (Jean) Kime. Our hearts are hurting with loss, but joyful...
John Minoia
Dec 4, 2018
John M. Minoia of Vestal, New York passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, December 4th, 2018. John was well known in the building trades, always eager to share his knowledge and skills with everyone. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Alice, and his six children, three daughters and their families Dr. Julia...
Anthony D’Angelo Sr.
Dec 3, 2018
Anthony J. D’Angelo, Sr, 79, of Fairfax, VA, died suddenly at Reston Hospital Center in Reston VA on Monday, December 3rd, 2018. He was predeceased by his parents, Antonio and Lena, sister Jane, brother Vince, father-in-law William Rollo, mother-in-law Edna Mae Rollo, and family patriarch Vincenzo (“Jamy Angelo”) D’Angelo. He is survived by his loving wife and best friend...
Madeline Hoeflein
Dec 2, 2018
Madeline M. (Flederbach) Hoeflein, age 89, passed away on December 2, 2018. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 60 years, George J., Jr; parents Edward and Antionetta Flederbach, brothers Bernard and Frederick Flederbach; brothers in law Lawrence Bridge, William Hoeflein, Robert Hendery and William Bartlett; sisters in law Patricia Flederbach, Phyliss Flederbach, Helen Hoeflein and Grace Bartlett....
William “Bill” Goetz
Nov 29, 2018
William (Bill) Eugene Goetz of Brackney, PA peacefully passed on to eternal life on Friday, November 29th, 2018 at the age of 87. He is predeceased by his parents Christian and Anna Goetz. He is survived by his beautiful wife, Evelyn, of 62 years, his daughters Linda (Jim Holiday) of Los Gatos, CA, Sandy Goetz (Bill Coates) of Los...
Leonard Calzetoni
Nov 27, 2018
Leonard L. Calzetoni, 82, of Endwell, New York, beloved husband of 55 years and best friend of Margaret Mary Calzetoni, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2018. He was predeceased by his parents, Violanda and Victor Calzetoni, and his sister Olivia Picchini. Leonard is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Margaret Mary; daughter, Linnea Erickson (Scott) of Fairport,...
Doris Ace
Nov 27, 2018
Doris Jean (Vanderlip) Ace, a lifelong resident of the Triple Cities for 89 blessed years, peacefully became our angel after a beautifully full and spirited life with beloved family and cherished friends. She was born in Endicott, NY during the first year of the Great Depression, the daughter of Ethel Harrington and William Vanderlip, and often marveled at the...
Joseph Ryan
Nov 26, 2018
Joseph Edward Ryan, 60, of Alameda CA, formerly of Johnson City, passed away unexpectedly on November 26, 2018. He was born in Johnson City and graduated from JCHS. He is predeceased by his grandparents, two infant brothers, his father Michael Ryan and God parents Edward and Catherine King. He is survived by a son Andrew (Saydie) Ryan and granddaughter...
Charles “Ed” Coleman
Nov 23, 2018
Charles E. (Ed) Coleman, 89, of Vestal, died at Wilson Memorial Hospital, Friday, November 23, 2018. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 58 years, Bette, his parents, Garry and Cathryn Coleman, and sister, Natalie. He is survived by his sister, Maureen Coleman. Ed will be lovingly remembered by his children, Thomas (Gretchen), Terri (Michael) Bilello, Patti Spencer, Gary (Christine),...
James Gow
Nov 20, 2018
A few months after celebrating his 95th Birthday, James Elmer Gow peacefully passed away in his sleep in his home of 53 years; his daughter Andrea was living with him. James was born to Millard and Margaret Lacey Gow in 1923 in Endicott, where he lived his entire life. He played football and golf for Union-Endicott high school. James...
Kenneth “Kenny” Cramer Jr.
Nov 20, 2018
Early in the morning of November 20, 2018 Kenny Cramer Jr., 48, of Endwell, NY, went to be with his Lord and Savior unexpectedly after a short stay in Wilson Memorial Hospital. He was surrounded by his family and friends. He is survived by his parents Kenneth Sr. and Sharon Cramer of Endicott, NY, his brother and sister in...
Jean Coulter
Nov 19, 2018
Jean I. Coulter, 94, of Johnson City, passed away peacefully on Monday November 18, 2018. She was the daughter of August and Lillian Kleckner. She is predeceased by her husband, Howard in 2004; sisters, Melva (John) Hanson and Alberta (Kenneth) Cuddeback; brother, Wilson (Shirley) Kleckner; nephew, Jack Hanson. She is survived by her devoted niece, Kay (Gary) Johnson of...
Arthur “Art” Coe
Nov 16, 2018
Arthur P. Coe, 86, of Vestal, NY died peacefully at his home on Friday, November 16, 2018. He was predeceased by his parents Arthur R. Coe and Marie Powers Coe, his loving wife of 38 years Sandra B. Coe, several cousins including recently deceased Charles Coe, and grandson Jeffrey T. Dorworth who lost his battle to cancer just 3...
Robert Zatlukal
Nov 14, 2018
Robert Zatlukal , 86 of Endicott, NY peacefully went to be with his heavenly family on Wednesday, November 14, 2018. He was born on Dec 29, 1931 and was predeceased by his beloved wife Gertrude ” Gertie”. He is survived by his children; Philip and Cynthia Zatlukal ; Carol and Jeffrey Muller; grandchildren Eric Zatlukal; Michael Zatlukal, Danielle and...
Merton “Dick” Hill
Nov 14, 2018
Merton R. Hill, 86, of Binghamton NY, formerly of Apache Junction, Arizona, passed away peacefully on Wednesday November 14, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. “Dick” was predeceased by his eternal loving wife, Kathleen, with whom he shared an inseparable bond. Also parents Ed and Ellen Hill, two brothers, Louis and David Hill, and loving sister-in-law Joanie. He...
Richard “Roachie” Roach
Nov 13, 2018
Richard “Dick” Paul Roach aka Roachie, 79, of Vestal passed peacefully at Willow Point Nursing Home on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. He was preceded by his wife, Maria and parents Rose and Paul, sister Marguerite and son Richard. He is survived by his daughters Tara Roach, Leisha (Bill) Huff and son Ryan (Alexandra) Roach. He was an active member...
Jean Sullivan
Nov 11, 2018
Jean L. Shaffer Sullivan, 95, passed away on November 11, 2018 at Valley View Manor Nursing Home where she resided for the last 13 years. Jean was born in Sayre, PA to the late Clinton and Frances Shaffer. She married Arthur B. Sullivan on May 12, 1962, in Liverpool, NY. Arthur passed away in 1967. Jean worked for the...
Angela Roma
Nov 10, 2018
Angela (Paniccia) Roma, 82, of Endicott, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 10, 2018. She was predeceased by her faithful husband Lino Roma, her parents Vincenzo and Annunziata Paniccia, and her brother-in-law Antonio Paniccia. She was a loving wife, mother, and nonna to her family. She is survived by her devoted and loving children Joe and Rita Roma and...