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.
Carol Hemenway
Dec 8, 2016
On December 8, 2016, Carol (Jones) Hemenway, 76, of Endicott, NY, passed away at home surround by family. Carol was predeceased by her husband Arthur Hemenway, her son Charles Hemenway, her sisters Marean and Marjorie, and a brother Elwin (Joe). She is survived by her daughter Tami Hemenway and son-in-law George Klym, and her son Scott Hemenway. She is...
William “Bill” Naylor
Dec 7, 2016
William R. Naylor, 80, of Vestal, died at Vestal Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center on Wednesday, December 7, 2016. He was predeceased by his parents William and Marion Naylor, two brothers Brad and Jack Naylor, sister Diane Neeley, sister-in-law Fran Naylor and brother-in-law Arvine Cady. He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years Gloria Naylor, Vestal; two...
James Harrington
Dec 7, 2016
James C. Harrington, 83, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2016 at Vestal Park Nursing Center. He was predeceased by his wife of 37 years, Barbara (Custer) Harrington and his siblings Wally, Ronnie, Iva and Roger. He is survived by his son and daughter in law Scott and Beth Harrington and two grandchildren Abigail and Brady Harrington, of Whitney...
Berchard “Bud” Lee
Dec 4, 2016
Berchard H. (Bud) Lee of Endwell, 80, died at Lourdes Hospital on Sunday, December 4th after an extended illness. He was predeceased by his parents, Glenn and Eva Lee. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years Carol (Compton) Lee, two sons: Joel and daughter in law Robin Lee of Maine, Andrew Lee of Bethesda, Maryland, three...
Florante “Dante” Tinio
Dec 3, 2016
Dr. Florante (Dante) Tinio, 73, passed away on December 3, 2016 in Binghamton, NY. Dr. Tinio was born August 25, 1943 in the Philippines to Felipe and Maria Luz Tinio. After moving to Binghamton in 1977, Dr. Tinio trained as a psychiatrist and practiced at Binghamton Psychiatric Center, Catholic Charities, Broome County Correctional Facility, Addiction Center-Broome County, and Tioga...
Allison Vincent
Dec 3, 2016
Allison H. Vincent, 92, of Endicott, went to be with his Lord, from Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Saturday, December 3, 2016. He was predeceased by his loving wife Grace of 63 years; his parents Ada and Hugh Vincent. He is survived by a daughter Rosalyn (Lyn) Galbreath of Endicott; a son Ronald Vincent of South Carolina, special friends...
Frank Edwards
Nov 30, 2016
Frank Edwards, 88, of Endicott passed away November 30, 2016. He is survived by his wife Marge, two daughters Denise (George) Reistetter, and Becky Hamlin and, a son Barry Edwards and his friend Carol Luby. He is also survived by his step children Jim (Joanne) Hickey, Lynn Hickey and partner Bob Langhans, several grandchildren, great grandchildren, a special sister-in-law...
Giuseppe “Pa” Devincentis
Nov 19, 2016
Giuseppe DeVincentis, (Pa/Tatone), left this earth today November 19, 2016. He was born on April 12, 1921 in Vacri (Chieti), ltaly. He is predeceased by his parents Antonio DeVincentis and Maria Nicola Giurastante; His father-in-law and mother-in-law Antonio Soldato and Domenica Centurione; two daughters Maria and Nellina who died as children; and his brother Raimondo. He is survived by...
George “Bing” Miller
Nov 18, 2016
George M. Miller (Bing) born December 19, 1915, to the late George and Evalena Miller of Archbald, PA. assed away November 18, 2016. He was also predeceased by his wife Margaret “Peg” Matthews Miller. George is survived by his children Eileen (John) Danton, Charlene Miller Silverstein,Greg (Maryann) Miller, also survived by seven grandchildren.George and Peg loved to travel they...
David Purtell
Nov 17, 2016
David Purtell, 51 of Little Meadows, PA, passed away, Thursday, November 17, 2016. He is survived by his parents Robert and Ethel Purtell, Little Meadows, PA; brothers Richard (Julie) Purtell, Apalachin and Matthew (Marcela) Purtell, Beaver, PA; sisters Barbara Clark; Kathy Purtell, Endwell and Carol Dailey, Endicott; also several nieces; nephews; aunts; uncles and cousins. He was a member...
Anna Bligh
Nov 17, 2016
Anna A. Bligh, 82, of Endicott, passed away at UHS Wilson Memorial Hospital on Thursday, November 17, 2016. Predeceased by her parents Florence Scarry, John Cronin and Pop Scarry, husband Robert J. Bligh Sr., brothers in law Charles Collins, Ralph Schmahl, Paul Curtin, and Glen Baker. She is survived by her son and daughter in law Robert and Kimberly...
Patricia Persley
Nov 15, 2016
After a long, rewarding, and fulfilled life, Patricia Churchill Persley passed away peacefully at home while holding her daughter’s hand on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at age 91. She was born on October 5, 1925 in the Town of Scriba, Oswego County; as the only child to Franklin B. Churchill and L. Wava (Tourot) Churchill. While she attended Oswego...
Joan “Joanne” Tregaskis
Nov 12, 2016
Joan(Joanne)Tregaskis of Endicott, NYpassed away on Saturday 11/12/16after a long period of declining health. She was bornon June 13, 1944 in Newark, NJ and grew up in Wilkes-Barre, PA.She located to Endicott after marriage to James D. Tregaskisin 1965. Joanne is predeceased by her parents Joseph and Madeline Carpenter Laubaugh and sister, RobertaHenry. Surviving is her husbandof 51 years,JamesD....
Olwen Hughes
Nov 8, 2016
Olwen Hughes, 99 of Endicott, NY and Houston, TX, died Tuesday, November 8, 2016 at St John’s Methodist Hospital, Houston TX after a short illness. She was predeceased by her husband George W. Hughes. She is survived by a Son, Robert Hughes (Sheila), daughters, Jeanette Hughes and Cheryl (Cheri) Stewart, grandsons, Scott and Mark Hughes, granddaughter, Christin Cook, four...
Roy Costley
Nov 2, 2016
Roy C. Costley, 62, of Endicott passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, November 2, 2016. He was predeceased by his parents Leonard and Doris. He is survived by a sister Cheryl (Paul) Scaglione; a niece Carla Scaglione, all of Yorba Linda, CA; also many dear friends. Roy was well known in the community and a talented musician. He will be missed...
Timothy “Tim” Maxwell
Oct 29, 2016
Timothy (Tim) P. Maxwell, 52, of Binghamton NY passed away unexpectedly on Saturday morning, Oct 29, 2016. He was predeceased by his father, John Maxwell. He is survived by his mother Jane Maxwell, brothers Michael Maxwell and Kevin Maxwell, sister Ann Maxwell, nephew David Griffith, and niece Jessica (Maxwell) George and her husband Joe George. Tim was a proud...
Constance Ballard
Oct 27, 2016
Constance Marie Ballard peacefully went to be with the Lord on October 27, 2016 at her home surrounded by family after a long courageous battle with cancer. Connie was a loyal and dedicated gymnastics coach for Chenango Gymnastics for 13 years. She loved animals and the strays always found their way to her heart and home. She lived for...
Thomas “Tom” Yarrington
Oct 24, 2016
A private service will be held for Thomas G. Yarrington, who passed away on Monday October 24, 2016. He was predeceased by his parents George and Ethel and a brother Douglas. Tom is survived by his wife Kay and his blended family sons Randy (Patti); Dale (Amanda); Mark (fiancée Joann); daughters Tami (John); Tari (Tim) and Ellin; ten grandchildren...
Mary Gianakouros
Oct 21, 2016
Mary (Papastrat) Gianakouros, 90, of Binghamton, passed away Friday, October 21, 2016. She was predeceased by her husband Constantine (Dino); parents Harry and Jenny; brothers George (Ethel) and Peter (Mary) Papastrat. She is survived by two sons Fred (Beth), Roanoke, VA and Harry (Katy), Binghamton; a daughter Anne (John) Schiro, Cornwall, NY; six grandchildren; one great granddaughter and several...
Edward “Ed” Dewar
Oct 20, 2016
Edward C. Dewar passed peacefully from this life on October 20, 2016 surrounded by family. He was 88 years old, and truly lived a very fulfilling life. Ed was predeceased by his parents, Cecil and Gladys. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years Carol, three daughters Suzanne (John) Ruminski, Nancy (Joe) Savino and Laura (Mark) Woodruff,...


