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.
Linda Schmidt
Sep 24, 2016
Linda M. Schmidt, 67, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2016 at Mercy House in Endicott, after a five-year battle with cancer. She is survived by her loving husband of 44 years, Jerome, son Paul (Jenna) Schmidt of Oakland, CA, daughter Ellen Pavlak and granddaughter Abigail of Trinity, FL, parents Johann and Maria Albert of Palm Coast, FL, sister...
Benjamin Reese
Sep 23, 2016
Benjamin William Reese, age 73, of Endwell, New York,, passed away peacefully at Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City on September 23, 2016, after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. He was predeceased by his parents Benjamin and Winifred Reese.He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Marie (Driscoll); his sisters Gwendolyn Reese of Endicott, N.Y., Melody...
Thomas “Tom” Hamlin
Sep 23, 2016
Tom F Hamlin, 70, passed away on September 23, 2016 after a valiant struggle with Parkinson’s disease and Lewy Body Dementia. He was predeceased by his mother Berta Jean Hamlin, his father Paul Arthur Hamlin Jr. and his brother Mark A. Hamlin.He is survived by his daughter Kelley May Hamlin (Tilghman Smith), sister Dee Ann Schond, brother Paul A....
Alice Matthews
Sep 23, 2016
Alice C. Matthews, 91 of Vestal passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, September 23, 2016. She was predeceased by her beloved husband George of 58 years. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law Katherine Matthews Robertson and Hugh W. Robertson, III, Alexandria, VA, a son Dr. G. Philip Matthews, Arlington, TX, grandson Christopher Gabriel George Matthews,...
Anthony “Tony” Cianfichi
Sep 19, 2016
Anthony (Tony) L. Cianfichi of Apalachin, New York was born in Scranton, PA on March 8, 1933 and passed away on September 19, 2016. Anthony is survived by his loving wife of almost 60 years, Anna M. (Cimino) Cianfichi of Scranton Pa., his children Gary with wife JoAnne of Delray Beach, FL, Ron and wife Terry of Fernandina Beach,...
Jerome “Jerry” Langevin
Sep 18, 2016
Jerome (Jerry) Langevin, passed away peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Sunday, September 18, 2016. He was predeceased by his first wife Betty (Hektor) in 1985. Survivors include his wife Jeannie, children Aimee, Jerry (Caren), Annemarie, Jeff (Danielle), stepchildren Jeremy and Amy Osterhout, sister Tisha (John) Hughes, brother Tom (Cheryl) Langevin, sister in law Mary Ellen (Fred) Kelley,...
Evelyn Reeser
Sep 17, 2016
Evelyn M. Reeser, 101, of Vestal formerly of Seneca Falls, NY was born September 25, 1914 and died at her residence Saturday, September 17, 2016. She was predeceased by her husband of 72 years, Clinton (Tim) Reeser and a brother, Clarence Kattell. She is survived by her nephews, William (Mary Lou) Martin and Phil (Peggy) Alderman; her nieces, Nancy...
Anne Butler
Sep 16, 2016
Anne T. Butler died on September 16, 2016. She was a vivacious and loving wife and mother who will be sorely missed by the myriad who knew her. Anne is survived by her husband, Earl, and her five children: Elizabeth, Charlotte, N.C.; David, Apalachin, N.Y.; Curtis, Darien, Conn.; Katherine, Endicott, N.Y.; and Matthew, Vestal, N.Y.; eight grandchildren and two...
Maureen “Mo” Hover
Sep 15, 2016
Maureen “Mo” (Nevader) Hover, age 73, passed away peacefully Thursday, September 15, 2016 at home after fighting a courageous battle of cancer. She was born in Queens, NY to Helen and George Nevader. Maureen was predeceased by her parents; sister, Anne Planck, and brother, Daniel Nevader. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Richard H. Hover; her...
Robert “Bob” Wheelock
Sep 15, 2016
Robert “Bob” Wheelock of Endicott, N.Y. passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 15, 2016. He was 30 years old. Born on July 31, 1986, in Binghamton, NY, he attended the Union Endicott School district. Bob was an electrician and an avid sports fan that followed both the Philadelphia Eagles and the NY Mets. His favorite band was AC/DC. Bob...
Helen Gance
Sep 14, 2016
Helen (Kovarik) Gance, 93, of Endicott passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2016. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 66 years, Chris J. Gance in 2009, her parents, Steve and Lydia Kovarik and her sisters, Geraldine Grabowski and Mary Ann Snedaker. She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Marilyn and Dr. Orest Wasyliw and Christy and Gary...
Esther Pazzaglini
Sep 12, 2016
Esther M. (Bernard) Pazzaglini, 95, passed away sweetly from this life to the next while resting in the comfort of her family around her. She lived a long and graced life, predeceased by her devoted husband Gasper; parents Joseph and Julia; brothers Armondo and Levio and sister Dena Hester. Living family members include Mary Esther (Chet) Cavagnero; Gino (Debbie)...
Andrea Stingelin
Sep 12, 2016
Andrea Grassi Stingelin of Mount Laurel, New Jersey died with her family by her side after a brief illness. She was born Andrea Frances Grassi in Endicott, New York. She was predeceased by both parents Virginia and Angelo Grassi, her niece Tara Guevara Stover and nephew Shane Stover. She is survived by her loving husband Robert, beloved daughter Laura...
Raymond “Ray” Smacher
Sep 8, 2016
Raymond (Ray) W. Smacher, 90, of Endwell, NY and formally of Vestal, NY passed away peacefully in his sleep from complications of Alzheimer’ s disease. He was predeceased by his parents, Steve and Stella (Koytek) Smacher and his brother Richard Smacher along with several aunts, uncles and cousins. He is survived by his wife Nancy (Gallagher) Smacher. Ray, asked...
Elijiah Shofkon, Sr.
Sep 6, 2016
Early Tuesday, August 6, 2016, Elijiah J Shofkom Sr., age 24, left this world fighting his final battle with heroin. Eli is now watching over the two loves of his life – Amanda Vargason and their son, “baby” Elijiah J Jr. Eli will live on in the hearts of so many, but especially his mother - Paula Shofkom, his...
Douglas Barton
Sep 4, 2016
Douglas M. Barton, 78, of Vestal, NY passed away Sunday, September 4, 2016 at UHS Wilson Hospital with his family at his side.He was predeceased by his parents Marlin & Vesta Barton of Endwell.Survived by his wife Gonia and four sons; Christopher and wife Ellana Barton of Vestal, Mark and wife Christine Barton of Colchester, VT, Andrew Barton of...
Rachel Pittarelli
Sep 3, 2016
Rachel J.Pittarelli(Sbarra) 83, of Endicott, NY passed away on September 3, 2016 at Wilson Memorial Hospital.Rachelwas predeceased by her husband Ernest, her parents EugeneSbarraand PaulineMonforte(Sbarra),in-laws Nicholas andConcettaPittarelli, brothers and sisters-in-laws Josephand Kay, Henry and Florence,MaryPittarelli and many aunts, uncles and cousins. She is survived by herlovingtwin sister MarieBoreffi, Jupiter Florida, her son Eugene (Lisa)Pittarelliand daughters Gerianne (Jim) Kane, Michelle...
Doreen Gottlieb
Sep 3, 2016
Doreen B. Gottlieb passed peacefully on September 3rd 2016. She was predeceased by her parents Capt. Vincent and Alexina Kendrick, brother Stanley J. Kendrick, husbands, R. Bruce Bisland and Gordon I. Gottlieb, son, Brian F. Bisland and daughter-in-law Linda M. Bisland. She is survived by sisters Margaret M. Fish, Madeline P. Meyer(Fred), brother, John V. Kendrick(Elsa) children R. Bruce...
Jane Reed
Sep 1, 2016
Jane 0. Reed, 97, of Endicott passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on September 1, 2016. She was predeceased by her husband Spencer D. Reed II. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law Deborah and John H. Wirag, a son Spencer D. Reed III of Long Island, a grandson John Spencer Wirag of Houston TX, and nieces...
Louise Kozol
Sep 1, 2016
Louise T. Kozol, May 16, 1923 - September 1, 2016. On September 1, Louise left the “City of Man” (St. Augustine) to join her husband of 61 years, Walter in the true “City of God.” Louise is survived by her daughter Mary Louise, son Peter and sister-in-law Eleanor Kozol. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Her...