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.
Michael Matias
May 18, 2016
Michael W. Matias, 77, of Endicott, NY died Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Binghamton. He was predeceased by his parents Antoinette and Michael Matias Sr. He is survived by his beloved wife JoAnn, his son Mike and his daughter-in-law Sooz of Hobe Sound, FL and his son Kurt and two grandsons, Aidan and Brendan...
Sandy Mosso
May 18, 2016
Sandy Mosso, 72, of Annapolis, Maryland passed away unexpectedly on May 18, 2016. She lived, she laughed, and she loved so many. Sandy was predeceased by her fathers Steve Krupski and Mathew Valla and her mother-in-law Bessylea Mosso. She is survived by her loving husband Kirk Mosso; son Douglas Crockett; daughter Carrie (Dave) Machalek; grandchildren Cal and Ava Machalek;...
Douglas Akers
May 17, 2016
Reverend Douglas N. Akers died at home after a brief illness. He was born to Rev. George R. and Margaret Akers in Scranton, PA on September 20, 1937. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his two daughters, Susan and Linda Akers, his sister Judith Morgan, sister-in-law Dorla J. Akers and step-grandson, Joey Tinney. He is survived by his...
Alice Saxe
May 16, 2016
Alice S. Saxe, 85, passed away Monday May 16, 2016 at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital. Binghamton. She was predeceased by her husband Daniel E. Saxe; a grandson Daniel J. Saxe and several brothers and sisters. She is survived by sons and daughters in law Gerald and Maureen Saxe, Endwell; Ronald and Denise Saxe, Endicott;; a daughter and son...
Dorothy Peabody
May 16, 2016
Dorothy L. (Jenks) Peabody, born January 22, 1916, went to be with her Lord Monday May 16, 2016. She was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, Fayette R.; her parents, Charles F. and Clara Jenks; siblings, Otis, Donna, Della and numerous nieces and nephews. She is survived by her two sons, Roger (Patty) and Gale (Bernice); six grandson’s,...
Michael “Mike” Pasquale
May 15, 2016
Michael A. Pasquale, 75, of Owego died Sunday, May 15, 2016 after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was predeceased by his parents Angelo and Nancy Pasquale. He is survived by his wife Barbara (June) Pasquale, Owego; son and daughter in law Timothy (Gail) Pasquale, Apalachin; daughter and son in law Wendy (Saul) Pasquale-Ortega, Las Vegas, NV; granddaughter...
Robert Britton
May 14, 2016
Robert E. Britton, 84, of Apalachin, NY (originally from South Bend, IN), passed away peacefully in his home on May 14, 2016. He was loved dearly and will be missed tremendously by his family. He was predeceased by his parents, Florence and Roy Britton of South Bend, IN, and sister, LuCille Lewis of Benton Harbor, MI. He is survived...
Alice Arvonio
May 14, 2016
Alice Marie Strempek-Arvonio, a resident of Endicott, NY, passed away on Saturday, May 14, 2016 in Vestal, NY after a long illness. Born June 15, 1926 in Scranton, PA she was predeceased by her husband, Neil Perry Arvonio, and as a young child, by her parents, Joseph William Strempek and Mabel Killian-Strempek. She was also predeceased by her Aunt...
Karen Purtell
May 13, 2016
Karen E. Purtell, 67, of Little Meadows, PA, died peacefully Friday, May 13, 2016 after a 40 year courageous battle with cancer. She was predeceased by a son Kevin Purtell; parents, Dayton and Esther Brion; brother, Russell Brion; two brother-in-laws, Neal Waldrep and James Dugan; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Francis and Margaret Purtell; brother-in-law, Bobby Purtell. She is survived by...
Jean Magee
May 12, 2016
Jean Ann Foy Magee, age 81, of Endicott, NY, died May 12, 2016 in the comfort of her home surrounded by family. She was born January 14, 1935 in Binghamton, NY and was predeceased by her parents, Martin P. Foy and Mary M. Foy; her brother, William J. Foy. She is survived by her husband, Francis X. Magee; her...
Mary Louise Herrick
May 12, 2016
Mary Louise Herrick, 76, of Johnson City, NY, died Thursday, May 12, 2016, surrounded by her loving family. Mary was born February 4, 1940 to the late Walter Clyde Herrick and Lucy Adrienne McNulty Herrick. She was predeceased by her brother, Thomas Clyde Herrick on April 14, 2016. Mary is survived by her two children: son, Paul Hutchins and...
Brenda Halpin
May 10, 2016
Cherished mother, companion, sister and friend, Brenda Halpin, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 37. She is survived by her 9 year old daughter, Chloe Phommachanh; partner, Sip Phommachanh and siblings, David Halpin (Holly) and Susan Papathomopoulos (Petros). In addition, she leaves behind numerous family and friends who will always remember Brenda for her quiet strength and compassion....
Priscilla Mann
May 9, 2016
Priscilla J. Mann of Endicott, NY went to be with her beloved and only daughter Tracy and their dog Ziggy in Heaven on May 9, 2016 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.Priscilla is survived by her husband of 56 years, Paul and her three sons, Chris and Sheryl, Jeff and Heidi and Jim and Peggy. Priscilla is also...
William “Bill” Chwalow
May 8, 2016
William (Bill) Chwalow, 90, of Endicott, passed away Sunday, May 8, 2016. He was predeceased by his parents Daniel and Doretta and brothers James and David. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years Doris; a son Daniel (Christine) Chwalow; step sons Gerald (Carol) Vanderlinde and Michael (Linda) Vanderlinde and a sister Doanne (Ronald) Hartstock. Bill was...
Chace “Chacee Woo” Burks
May 7, 2016
Chace (Chacee Woo) Burks, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday evening at his home after a year battling complications from an unexpected epileptic seizure. He was predeceased by an infant sister Caleigh Paige Agatha Burks and his maternal grandmother LuAnn Schirk. He is survived by his loving parents Charlie and Jennifer Burks, Endicott; a...
Clara Mirra
May 6, 2016
Clara (Mancini) Mirra ,82, of Endicott, passed away at her residence Friday May 6, 2016, surrounded by her devoted family. She was predeceased by her parents Angelo and Italia Mancini and brothers Anthony (Erma) and Ralph Mancini. She is survived by her loving husband of 59 years Joe; her three children Carmine J Mirra and Joseph Mirra, both of...
John “Jack” Place
May 6, 2016
John M. (Jack) Place, 66, passed away on May 7, 2016 at Lourdes Hospital with his family by his side after an extended illness. He is predeceased by his parents (John and Elanor) and brother Don. He is survived by his wife Cindy, son Drew (Sarah) and Todd (Caity), his stepchildren Jeremy (Jennifer) and Amber Bakeman. He also leaves...
Thomas “Tom” Libous
May 3, 2016
It is with heavy hearts that we ask your prayers for our husband, father, grandfather, brother, Senator and Friend Tom Libous who has gone home to be with Jesus, May 3, 2016. Tom found earthly joys and love as a husband to Frances Pianella for 40 years. Together they shared the love of two wonderful sons, Matthew and Nicholas...
Beverly Carlin
Apr 27, 2016
Beverly J (Lambert) Carlin of Endwell. Born June 5, 1928 went to be with our Lord on April 27, 2016. She was surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her husband Paul W Carlin, her sons Dennis Carlin and David Carlin, her parents Donald K and Florence Lambert, her brother Donald Lambert Jr. She is survived by her daughters...
Mary Sculley
Apr 27, 2016
Mary T. (Polosky) Sculley, 87, of Endwell passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 27, 2016. She was predeceased by her husband, Fred Sculley; her parents, Mary and Joseph Polosky; her brother, Tony Polosky; and her sister, Elsie Mastronardi. She is survived by her children and their families: Dan Sculley and Kathy Hanley (Katie and Abby); Nancy and...