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.
Clarence Davis
Apr 24, 2017
Clarence Vernon Davis passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 24, 2017 at his home in Portland, ME. He was born December 27, 1947 in Yazoo City, MS, the son of the late Walter and Emma Louise Davis. Clarence graduated with an associate’s degree from San Jacinto College before working for Harkrider Oil Company. He was a loving father, grandfather,...
Thomas “Tom” Powell
Apr 24, 2017
Thomas E. Powell, 81, of Endwell went to be with his Lord from Good Shepherd Fairview on Monday, April 24, 2017. He was predeceased by his mother Catherine Powell, father and step-mother Elias and Betty Page Powell, brother William (Betty) Powell, sisters Mary Jane (Al) Abbott, Ruth (Bill) Blazey, brother-in-law Don Adams and nephew Michael Powell and mother-in-law Ida...
Robert Shelanskey
Apr 20, 2017
Robert A. Shelanskey, age 83, of Endicott, NY passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 20, 2017, at Wilson Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. He is predeceased by his parents, Henry and Pauline Shelanskey, three brothers and one sister. Robert is survived by his wife, Jeannette, and children: Ann (Mike) Blodgett, Owego, NY; David (Darleen) Shelanskey, Cape Coral, FL;...
Michael Casiuk
Apr 19, 2017
Michael J. Casiuk, 64, of Endicott, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 18, 2017, surrounded by his loving family. He was predeceased by his brother, David Casiuk, and his grandparents. He is survived by the love of his life of 24 years, his wife, Cindy Lee; his sons, Christopher and Joseph Casiuk; stepchildren, Dina Fields, Derek, Dustin, and Desiree...
Jean Wilcox
Apr 18, 2017
Jean M Wilcox, 85, of Vestal, NY, passed away peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, on April 18, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. Jean loved to shop and prided herself in finding “the good deal.” She bowled on several leagues throughout the years and volunteered as secretary for most of those years. She loved to spend time...
Nellie Leskow
Apr 18, 2017
Nellie (Stackowitz) Leskow, 88, of Endwell, NY passed away at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital on Tuesday April 18, 2017, after a few months of declining health. She is predeceased by her parents, John and Nellie Stackowitz; and her brother, Samuel Stackowitz. Nellie was born in Susquehanna, PA before moving to Binghamton, NY. Nellie is survived by her husband...
Les Neubauer
Apr 15, 2017
Les Neubauer, 57, of Binghamton died unexpectedly Saturday, April 15, 2017. He was predeceased by his parents Antal and Margaret Neubauer. He is survived by his brother and sister-in-law Tony and Bobbie Neubauer, Vestal, sister and brother-in-law Elizabeth and David Proulx, North Carolina, nieces and nephews David, Chrissy, Michelle, Katie and Steven. Les was an avid golfer and enjoyed...
Phyllis Ash
Apr 14, 2017
Phyllis (Tedeschi) Ash, 95 of Endwell, died peacefully Friday, April 14, 2017. She was predeceased by her husband and best friend of 68 years Eugene (Gene) Ash in 2015; parents Joseph and Isabella Tedeschi; five brothers and three sisters. She is survived by a sister Lucille Rossi, Florida; also several nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews, and many godchildren....
Armin Wimmer
Apr 13, 2017
Armin E. Wimmer, 88, died peacefully at the United Methodist Home, Hilltop Campus, Thursday, April 13, 2017 surrounded by his family. He was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Dolores M. Wimmer and his grandson, Brent W. Bowers. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law Trudi and Brent Bowers of Apalachin, NY; daughter and son-in-law Susan and...
Dorothy Dunham
Apr 12, 2017
Dorothy C. Dunham, 94, of Vestal, passed away at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Wednesday, April 12, 2017. She is predeceased by her first husband Stephen B. Teaney and her second husband Howard E. Dunham. She is survived by her daughter Diane Theodore, grandson Michael Theodore, step-daughter Sharon Zembery, two step-sons Wayne Dunham and Charles Dunham and several step-grandchildren....
Margaret Decker
Apr 10, 2017
Margaret T. Decker, 91, of Endicott went to be with her Lord from Ideal Senior Living Center Monday, April 10, 2017. She was predeceased by her husband William A. Decker; a daughter Christine M. Decker and a granddaughter Jenny Decker. She is survived by two sons and daughters in law Jesse and Donna Decker, Rochester, NY; William and Peggy...
Edmund Ogozaly
Apr 9, 2017
Edmund J. Ogozaly, 89, of Endicott, NY died peacefully at home on April 9, 2017. Edmund was a devoted husband and loving father. He enjoyed spending quality time with his family riding snowmobiles and motorcycles as well as touring the country. He enjoyed many long walks on the beach in Florida. He was an avid spectator of his kids’...
David Haynes
Apr 8, 2017
David Allen Haynes of Endicott, NY, passed away unexpectedly on April 8 at the age of 77. Dave was born in Gary, IN, and was raised in nearby Hobart. He graduated from Wheaton College and obtained a Masters degree in mathematics from Purdue University. After college, he moved to Endicott where he began a 37 year career at IBM...
Patricia Hammond
Apr 8, 2017
Patricia A. Belford Hammond, 85, of Endwell passed away peacefully on April 8, 2017 at Mercy House of the Southern Tier. She was predeceased by husbands James R. Belford Sr. in 1995 and Norman J. Hammond in 2011, parents Pasquale and Margaret DeFelice, two brothers, one sister. She is survived by her loving children, James Belford Jr. Glenwood, NY,...
Sophie Cyganovich
Apr 6, 2017
Sophie Cyganovich, 95 years old, of Endicott ascended to heaven on April 6, 2017 to celebrate her favorite holiday, Easter, with those who predeceased her including her husband, John and son, Jerome and her brothers, Frank and Steve Zamoiski, sisters, Caroline Wilk and Helen Koziatek. She is survived by three daughters and one son: Christine Cawley and William Casale,...
Elisa Capozzi
Apr 5, 2017
Elisa (Rocchio) Capozzi, 78, of Endicott died a devoted and humble servant of our Lord Jesus Christ on April 5, 2017. She was predeceased by her parents Giuseppe and Filomena Rocchio. She is survived by her husband Anthony; daughters Cara (John) Bernardo; Grace (Mark) Lewis; Elisa (Chris) Putrino, Endicott; and Adriana (David) Hall, Ithaca; her grandchildren Lisa; Nicholas and...
Lois Knapp
Apr 2, 2017
Lois A. Knapp, 79, of Vestal is resting in the arms of Jesus on April 2, 2017. Predeceased by her parents, Leonard and Florence Knapp and a sister Donna Kay Knapp. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of her friends at Vestal Park Cemetery next to her parents. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in Lois’...
Joseph Bates
Apr 1, 2017
Joseph L. Bates of Endicott, NY went to be with our Lord Saturday, April 1, 2017 at Wilson Memorial Hospital. He was predeceased by his parents Bertha and Leland Bates and brothers Donald and Gerald Bates. He is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Geraldine Bates and his sons and daughters in law Larry (Marie) Bates and...
John “Jack” Quinnan, Jr.
Apr 1, 2017
John Joseph “Jack” Quinnan Jr. passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on April 1, 2017. He was born on July 7 in Scranton, PA to John and Clara Quinnan. He was one of seven children (Paul, Bob, Phil, Jerry, Joseph and Marlene). Jack was predeceased by his parents, siblings and wonderful grandson Jason. Jack was happily married...
Peter Sheypuk, Jr.
Apr 1, 2017
Peter Sheypuk Jr., 86 of Binghamton, passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2017 at the Syracuse VA. He was predeceased by his wife Theresa Ann (Belchick) and his brothers Francis and Stanley Horan. He was the son of the late Peter and Mary (Gregorski) Sheypuk. He is survived by his five children: Cheryl and Kim Snyder, of Brackney PA;...