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.
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...
Dianne Donald
Nov 10, 2018
Dianne Donald, 67, went to be with the Lord on November 10, 2018 in Johnson City, unexpectedly. She is predeceased by her parents, Larry and Ann Fitzpatrick; husband, Edward Donald; mother-in-law, Julia Donald; brother-in-law, Lester Donald. She is survived by her daughter, Colleen (Daniel) Naylor; step sons, Edward (Carrie) Donald and Tim O’Connor; granddaughter, Kylie Donald; sisters, Cheryl (Larry)...
Jackson Christopher Cole
Nov 7, 2018
Jackson Christopher Cole of Vestal New York, born on 10/8/18, passed away unexpectedly the evening of Wednesday November 7th at Lourdes Hospital in Binghamton NY. Although we didn’t get to have Jackson with us for very long, he will have a pronounced impact on all of us who knew him for the rest of our lives. Jackson is predeceased...
Duane Palmiter
Nov 7, 2018
Duane Kenneth Palmiter Sr. 83, of Owego went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, November 7, 2018 after an extended illness at Ideal Living Center in Endicott, NY. He was predeceased by: Parents Kenneth and Reba Palmiter, son John Palmiter and his dog Jack. Duane was born May 27, 1935. He is survived by Virginia Palmiter;...
Jeffrey “Jeff” Lee
Nov 7, 2018
Jeffrey C. Lee, 62, of Johnson City passed away peacefully at Guthrie Troy Community Hospital, in Troy PA, on Wednesday November 7th, 2018 surrounded by his loving family after a courageous and hard-fought battle against ALS. He was predeceased by his mother, Marian Helmer Lee. He is survived by his wife, Vicki Lee, whose never ending love and support...
Margaret Major
Nov 6, 2018
Margaret Vatral Major, 88, of Johnson City, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at Binghamton General Hospital after a prolonged health decline. She was predeceased by her parents, Mary and Michael Vatral; husband, Richard Major; brother, Michael Vatral, Jr.; sisters, Maria Bethje, Anna Poppe, and a nephew, Thomas Leskovich. Margaret is survived by her sister, Doris...
Dorothy “Dee” Gage
Nov 5, 2018
Dorothy “Dee” Norey Gage, 102, died on November 5, 2018 at Elizabeth Church Manor in Binghamton, NY. Dee was born in Detroit, Michigan on August 4, 1916. She spent her childhood on the family farm in Lakeport, Michigan, and then studied art at Detroit’s Cass Tech high school, followed by classes at the Detroit Society of Arts and Crafts....
Earle Spaar
Nov 4, 2018
Earle Seymour Spaar, 99, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 4, 2018. He was predeceased by his parents, George and Mildred Spaar. He is survived by his beloved wife and best friend, Pat; three children and their spouses, Don and Pat Spaar, Cindy and Larry Harris, and Ron and Michelle Spaar; and four grandchildren, Ashley and Lauren Harris and...
Joan Rent
Nov 3, 2018
Joan Rent of Endicott, New York passed away on November 3, 2018 at UHS Senior Living at Ideal at the age of 87 after a long battle with dementia. She was born on April 23, 1931 in Homestead, Pennsylvania to Michael and Madeline (Plummer) McDonough. Joan was predeceased by her husband Edward, son Stephen and brothers Michael and Jim....
Richard “Dick” Galloway
Nov 2, 2018
Richard W. Galloway, 85, died peacefully November 2, 2018. He joined his beloved wife Marie in heaven. He is survived by his daughter, Donna (Keith) Barry, Step Son Charles (Mary) Adams, grandchildren and great grandchildren, his sisters Lorraine and Carol and many nieces and nephews. Dick was loved by his family and many friends. He served our country during...
Robert “Bob” Mead
Nov 2, 2018
Robert W. Mead, age 93, of Delray Beach, Florida passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, November 2, 2018 after a life well lived. He was born on February 17, 1925 in Endicott, New York. He was predeceased by his mother and father Dr. Roger D. and Mae L. Mead, his brother Russell Mead, his brother Roger and...
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