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 Lou Hagen

Mary Lou Hagen

May 13, 2017

Mary Lou Hagen (Pank), 89, of Vestal, passed away peacefully at The Cornerstone Hospice House in The Villages, Florida on Saturday, May 13, 2017. She was predeceased by her parents, her beloved husband of 63 years Walter Hagen, recently by her son David Hagen, and her brother H. Robert Pank. She is survived by one daughter Barbara Hagen ,...

Jeannette Crawford

Jeannette Crawford

May 11, 2017

Jeanette E. Crawford, 97, of Endicott, died at Willow Point Nursing Home on Thursday, May 11, 2017. She is survived by her beloved husband of 76 years Richard J. Crawford, Endicott; one son and daughter in law Rick and Barbara (Sephton) Crawford, Apalachin; two grandsons Michael (Pam) Crawford, San Diego, CA and David (Helen) Crawford, Downsville, NY. Jeanette was...

Thomas “Tom” Walsh

Thomas “Tom” Walsh

May 11, 2017

Thomas C. Walsh, 82, formerly of Vestal, NY and most recently St. Petersburg, Florida, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 9, 2017. Tom is survived by his devoted sons, daughter-in-law and son-in-law Thomas P. and Christine Walsh, Albany NY, Timothy J. Walsh and Jeffrey Williams, New York City; and one granddaughter, Emily Walsh; his sisters-in-law Elsie...

Richard “Dick” Grundhofer

Richard “Dick” Grundhofer

May 7, 2017

Richard “Dick” Emil Grundhofer, of Vestal , passed away at his residence, Sunday, May 7, 2017 after an extended illness. He was predeceased by his father, Eduard Franz Grundhoeffer and mother, Emily Steiss Grundhofer; siblings, Karl Grundhofer, Doris Gillingham, and Arnold McGill; and daughter Debra Lee Antes. He is survived by a daughter, Lori Grundhofer Mayer, Havertown, PA; Grandchildren,...

James “Jim” Shipway

James “Jim” Shipway

May 7, 2017

James (Jim) J Shipway, 77, of Endicott, died peacefully in his sleep with his family at his side after an extended illness. He was predeceased by his parents, Ed and Arloween Shipway. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Anita Shipway; his daughter, Anne Ochiai, of Endicott; two grandsons, Zachary and Joshua Wahl both of Endicott; brothers...

Ignazio “Neish” Longo

Ignazio “Neish” Longo

May 6, 2017

Ignazio “Neish” Longo, 92, of Endicott, passed away Saturday, May 6, 2017. He was predeceased by his wife Irene. He is survived by his children Robert Longo; Tina (Jeff) Hammond and Thomas (Michelle) Longo; ten grandchildren; one great grandson; a sister Palma Longo; brother Frank Longo; also several nieces; nephews and cousins. He was a member of St. Anthony...

Stephen “Randy” Ayres

Stephen “Randy” Ayres

May 5, 2017

Stephen “Randy” Ayres, age 52, of Friendsville died unexpectedly Friday May 5th on his UPS route in Candor NY of heart failure. He was the Son of Charles “Chuck” Ayres and Barbara Levene Ayres, both deceased. He is survived by a son Connor, age 9, who meant everything to him. He is also survived by 2 sisters, Robin Ayres...

Dr. Geoffrey T. Burnham

Dr. Geoffrey T. Burnham

May 1, 2017

Dr. Geoffrey T. Burnham, 69 of Endicott, passed away unexpectedly on May 1, 2017. Geoffrey is predeceased by his parents, Eleanor and Robert; his brothers Kevin and Bob. He is survived by the love of his life and soulmate of over 30 years, his beloved wife, Susan; twin daughters Nicole Soltis (Michael) and Kelly Nunn (Scott) both of Endicott...

Chester “Chet” Kupiec

Chester “Chet” Kupiec

May 1, 2017

Chester G. Kupiec, age 75, passed away on May 1, 2017 after a brief illness. He was predeceased by his parents, George and Mildred Kupiec, his beloved wife, Paula (Tymeson), his siblings, Kathryn (Kupiec) Klink and Robert Kupiec. He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Chet and Jackie Kupiec of Endwell, NY, Stan and Paula Kupiec of Vestal,...

Ernest “Ernie” Webster

Ernest “Ernie” Webster

Apr 26, 2017

Ernest “Ernie” Webster, 87, of Endicott, passed away at Wilson Memorial Hospital Wednesday April 26, 2017. He was pre deceased by a step son Dick Ford, his sister’s Audrey, Vivian, and Lee, and a brother Henry. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years Matilda (Midge) Webster, a son Ricky D. Webster, two stepdaughter’s Shirley (Mike) Zimmerman,...

Clarence Davis

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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....

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