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.

Mary Louise Ruane

Mary Louise Ruane

May 1, 2018

Baptized in the hope of Christ’s resurrection. Mary Louise Ruane, 80, loving mother and grandmother, of Endicott passed away on May 1st after a long illness, surrounded by her family at Mercy House. Mary was born on November 20, 1937 in Scranton, PA. She attended St. Paul’s H.S. in Scranton. On April 4, 1959, Mary married Robert Emmett Ruane....

Thomas “Tom” Mcnally

Thomas “Tom” Mcnally

Apr 27, 2018

Thomas William McNally, Jr., 68 of Endwell, passed away with Great Dignity and Peace on April 27, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. Tom was born in Syracuse, New York on March 9, 1950. He graduated from Maine-Endwell High School and attended Mitchell College in New London, Connecticut. Tom was an outstanding high school and college soccer player, a...

Jerry Saccoccio

Jerry Saccoccio

Apr 27, 2018

Jerry J. Saccoccio, 84 , of Vestal, NY. died unexpectedly at UHS Wilson Memorial Hospital on April 27, 2018. Jerry was born on April 16, 1934 in Providence, Rhode Island. He was predeceased by his parents, Jerry (Gennaro) and Emma Saccoccio and an infant brother, all of Cranston, RI., and his devoted wife Shirley of 41 years. He is...

Robert “Bob” ’Dealaman

Robert “Bob” ’Dealaman

Apr 25, 2018

Our dear friend Robert G. Dealaman passed away unexpectedly on April 25, 2018 at his home at Good Shepherd Village on the land where he was born and where he hoped to die. His life was one of great accomplishments. Bob was born on May 9, 1943 to Harry E. and Olive J. Dealaman who predeceased him. He was...

Joan Anderson

Joan Anderson

Apr 20, 2018

Joan Teresa (Bover) Anderson of Vestal, N.Y. (formerly of Watervliet, N.Y.), passed from this life to join her mother, father, and sisters early in the morning of April 20, 2018. Born in Troy, N.Y, to Joseph and Mary Bover, she was an honors graduate of Catholic Central High School, and worked over the years at International Harvester and The...

Zofia Deskur

Zofia Deskur

Apr 12, 2018

Zofia Deskur, 91, of Endwell, passed away on April 12, 2018. She was predeceased by her husband Kazimierz Deskur. She is survived by her children Andrew (Leann Lesperance) Deskur, Christine (Rob) Spencer, Edward (Joanna) Deskur, and John (Monika) Deskur, grandchildren Aaron and Nick Deskur, Kathryn and Diana Spencer, Teresa and Catherine Deskur, and Toni and Maja Deskur, and siblings...

Eugene “Gene” Tedesco

Eugene “Gene” Tedesco

Apr 11, 2018

Eugene (Gene) Tedesco, 90, of Endwell NY, born June 17, 1927, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 after complications from pneumonia. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Jacqueline (Jackie); daughter Rene’ (Robert) Schmidt, sons Jim Tedesco, and Christopher (Janelle) Tedesco; grandchildren Alexandra, Michael, James, Anthony, and Roman; along...

Mary Cavallaro

Mary Cavallaro

Apr 10, 2018

Mary J. Cavallaro, 94, passed away on April 10, 2018. She was born on May 17, 1923 and was predeceased by her mother and father, Angelina and Albert Randesi, and by her husband, Nicholas J. Cavallaro to whom she was married for 63 years. Mary is survived by a daughter, Marie A. Cavallaro of Salisbury, Maryland, a son, Nicholas...

Dorothy Snyder

Dorothy Snyder

Apr 10, 2018

Dorothy Snyder, 95, of Endwell, died Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at United Methodist Homes Hilltop campus, Johnson City. She was predeceased by her husband of 59 years, Elmer Snyder, her sister Beverly Young, and her brother Louis Wheeler. Dorothy was born in Moscow, PA, daughter of Louis and Naomi Maude Wheeler. She was a full time homemaker who loved...

Bernard Fabian

Bernard Fabian

Apr 6, 2018

Bernard S. Fabian passed away peacefully Friday, April 6, 2018 at the age of 94. He was predeceased by his parents, a sister Helen, and ex-wives, Margaret and Emily. He is survived by a daughter, Kathleen Harding, a son Kenneth and daughter in law, Susan, who he resided with and a stepson, Nick. He is also survived by grandchildren,...

Norma Mastroianni

Norma Mastroianni

Apr 2, 2018

Norma (Testani) Mastroianni, 90, of Endicott, passed away peacefully on Monday April 2, 2018 at Mercy House of the Southern Tier, surrounded by her family. She was predeceased by her husband of 70 years Emilio G. Mastroianni, her parents Peter and Helen (Fortunata) Testani, her brother Fred Testani (Cara) and her beloved son, Mark. Norma is survived by her...

Norman “Norm” Seastrand

Norman “Norm” Seastrand

Mar 31, 2018

Norman C. Seastrand, 62, of Apalachin passed from this life after a long, courageous battle against cancer on Saturday, March 31st. He was predeceased by his sister, Karen Seastrand, his parents Paul and Dorothy Seastrand, and his daughter-in-law, Sandy Seastrand. He is survived by his wife, Debra Seastrand, his children, Ian and Andrea Seastrand, his son-in-law, Tony Williams, three...

Dolores “Dee” Wyskowski

Dolores “Dee” Wyskowski

Mar 30, 2018

Dolores (Dee) Wyskowski of Vestal, 85, passed away quietly with loving family and friends on March 30, 2018. She is survived by her children Barbara, James, and Thomas; grandchildren Bryan, Marissa, Raeann, Timmy, Lydia, and Tianna; 4 great grandchildren; many adored nieces, nephews, and cousins; and her beloved “Soxie”. A nurse for over 40 years, Dolores was known by...

Vincent “Vince” Briga

Vincent “Vince” Briga

Mar 30, 2018

Vincent J. Briga, 64, passed away on Good Friday, March 30, 2018, after a battle with cancer. He was predeceased by his parents Vincent and Christine Briga; and his mother-in-law Mildred Watkins. Vince is survived by his wife Tammy; son Vincent; brother Don; father-in-law George Watkins Sr. (Gina); sisters-in-law Patricia Santos (Chuck) and Tonya Watkins; brother-in-law George Watkins Jr....

Elwood “Woody” Erbstoeszer

Elwood “Woody” Erbstoeszer

Mar 29, 2018

Elwood C. “Woody” Erbstoeszer, 101, of Endwell passed away on Thursday March 29, 2018. Woody was a unique man. He was the most pleasant and fun loving person. He never had a bad word to say about anyone. He was an Endicott Rotary member for over 50 yrs. He was retired from IBM. He volunteered at the BC Open...

Helen Lane

Helen Lane

Mar 27, 2018

Helen C. Lane, 96, of Endicott, passed away peacefully on Tuesday March 27, 2018. She was predeceased by her husband, Thomas. She is survived by her children, Thomas Jr., Mary Lane, Stephen Lane and Michael Lane; four grandchildren. She enjoyed traveling with her husband. Funeral services will be held Monday 11 am from the Allen Memorial Home, 511-513 East...

Cosmo Santacrose

Cosmo Santacrose

Mar 25, 2018

Cosmo Santacrose, 81 of Endicott passed away Sunday, March 25, 2018. Burial was in Calvary Cemetery. A Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, April 7th at 10 am at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 306 Odell Avenue, Endicott.

Beatrice Burdick

Beatrice Burdick

Mar 25, 2018

Beatrice I. Burdick, 96, passed away surrounded by her loving family Sunday, March 25, 2018. She is predeceased by her husband of 58 years, Clayton E. Burdick and grandson Matthew Burdick. She survived by three sons, Bradley (Lory) Burdick, Lowell Burdick & Nancy LoVuolo, and Lynn (Diane) Burdick; grandchildren, Rhonda Burdick, Jessica (Matt) Hammond, Stephanie (Justin) Henry, Cassandra Burdick;...

Barbara Ruehlman

Barbara Ruehlman

Mar 24, 2018

After a full life and a long illness, Barbara passed away on Saturday morning March 24. She was born to Amos and Josephine Leonard in Syracuse, later moving with her family to St Louis. There, she married and returned to central NY to raise a family. She was active in her church, Our Lady of Angels (later Church of...

Melanie Loose

Melanie Loose

Mar 22, 2018

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness.” 2 TIMOTHY 4:7 Melanie (Zapotocky) Loose, 86, of Athens, Pennsylvania, passed away on Thursday, March 22, 2018 at Sayre Health Care Center in Sayre, PA. She is survived by her devoted and...

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