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.
John D. Norovich
Oct 8, 2025
John Norovich, 68 of Vestal, passed away unexpectantly, Wednesday, October 8, 2025. He was predeceased by his parents John & Dorothy Norovich. He is survived by Mary, his wife of 30 years. His three children, Robert (Theresa) Malay, Adam Norovich and Sarah Norovich. He is also survived by his brother Stephen Norovich and many cousins. John was born and raised...
Anita Nirchi
Oct 7, 2025
Anita (Mancini) Nirchi, 100, of Endwell, NY (originally from Arnara, Italy), passed away peacefully at home on October 7th, 2025. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 70 years, Anthony Nirchi; her brothers, Antonio and Amedeo Mancini; her sister-in-law, Luisa Nirchi Valletta; and her brother-in-law, Vincenzo Valletta. She is survived by her son, Mario (Linda) Nirchi; her daughter, Maria...

Wade R. Geary Jr.
Oct 6, 2025
Wade Randall Geary, Jr., 44, of Apalachin, NY passed away on October 6, 2025 at UHS Wilson Memorial Hospital. He was predeceased by his father, Wade Randall Geary, Sr. Wade is survived by his mother Susan Marie Geary and his son, Zachary Tyler Geary. He was a veteran of the US Army.
A Funeral Mass will be held for Wade at...
Emory L. Mertz
Oct 6, 2025
Emory L. Mertz, 91, of Maine, NY passed away at Guthrie Lourdes Hospital on October 6, 2025, after a short illness. Born to Evelyn and Warren Mertz in Maxatawny, PA, he is survived by his loving wife Bonnie, sons David (Marjorie) and Gary, and grandsons David (Trina), Jonathan and Andrew. Emory was raised in Kutztown and Maple Grove, PA and...
Timothy John Honnick
Oct 5, 2025
Timothy "Tim" J. Honnick, 61 years, died at Wilson Memorial Hospital on October 5, 2025 after an extended illness. Predeceased by his father Richard Honnick; survived by his wife, Karen Honnick; mother, Dolly Honnick; sister, Tina (John) Baylor, stepdaughters, Laurie (Jim) Bendick, Michele (Daren) Merrill, grandchildren, Zachery (Kim) Bendick, Colby Bendick, Taylor Rosko, Sophia Rosko. Several beloved nieces, nephews, cousins,...
Sylvia Testani
Oct 4, 2025
Sylvia Testani, 96, of Endicott, passed away surrounded by her family, Saturday, October 4, 2025. She was predeceased by her Husband Edward; her son Edward; parents, Nick and Mary DiPaolo; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Angelo and Mary; brother-in-law , William; Rudy(Mary); Larry (Gloria); Robert and Arthur; sister-in-law, Emma; She is survived by her beloved son John (Diane); her two grandsons, which...
Giuseppe A. Giammarino
Oct 3, 2025
Our family is heartbroken to announce the passing of Giuseppe Giammarino, 26, of Binghamton, NY, on October 3, 2025. Giuseppe is survived by his father, Rocco Giammarino, and his brother, Luciano Giammarino. He also leaves behind his paternal grandmother, Rosalba Giammarino, and his maternal grandfather, Edmund Shuba, along with many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He was predeceased by...

Vincent P. Schwarze Jr.
Sep 28, 2025
Vincent Patrick Schwarze Jr. (Vinnie, Rick), 76, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on September 29, 2025. He was born on August 5, 1949, in Poughkeepsie, New York, to Vincent Patrick Schwarze Sr. and Betty Schwarze. Vinnie was raised alongside his sister, Jane Coleman, on a dairy farm in New York. Vinnie honorably served his country by enlisting...
Leo P. Gonzalez
Sep 20, 2025
Leo Paul Gonzalez otherwise known as "Speedie" beloved father, grandfather great-grandfather uncle and friend entered into eternal rest on Saturday September 20th 2025 at the age of 93. He was preceded in death by his parents, loving wife Lois, two infant daughters and son Jeffery. He was the last surviving member of his siblings.
He is survived by his son Greg...
Gerald D. McLain
Sep 18, 2025
Gerald Dale McLain, of Endwell NY, born June 7, 1934, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025 at the age of 91. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 60 years, Susan Evans McLain, his parents, Ivan and Bernice McLain, and brothers Roy McLain, Neale McLain, and Allan McLain. He is survived by his son, Gerald Evans McLain, and...
Duane G. Starchok
Sep 16, 2025
Duane G. Starchok of Endicott, NY, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, September 16th, 2025, at the age of 75. He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry “George” and Agnes Starchok; son Jeffrey; brothers, Dean, Jerry, and Kenneth. He is survived by: his loving wife of 56 years, Mary Jean; his daughter,...
Alvis Arens
Sep 10, 2025
Alvis Arens of Vestal passed away peacefully at Mercy House on Sept. 10th 2025. Born in Riga, Latvia in 1942 to the late Karlis and Tatjana Arens, he, with family, fled their homeland in 1944 during the communist invasion. While living in France, his father played professional soccer for “Racing Club de Paris”. In 1953 they immigrated to Flushing NY,...
James J. Broderick
Sep 10, 2025
James J. Broderick, “Jimmy”, of Endicott, NY, age 69, died on 9/10/2025 at his home. He was predeceased by his parents Muriel I. and Eugene J. Broderick. He is survived by his siblings Michael (Tammi) Broderick, Fr. John Broderick, Aileen (Neil) Cornell. Nieces and nephews: Rachel (Michael) Colligan, Erin Miller, Russell Broderick, Lauren Estes, Ryan Estes, Elizabeth (Brennen) Levis, Rita...
Kenneth R. Brady
Sep 9, 2025
Ken, age 86, passed away peacefully on 09 September 2025 after a long battle with cancer. He was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps where he served as an Aircraft Armament Control Technician at MCAS Iwakuni, Japan and Beaufort, SC. He was Honorably discharged as a Corporal after 4 years active and 2 years reserve duty. Ken...
Geraldine W. Cheevers
Sep 9, 2025
Geraldine (Geri) W. Cheevers, 83, of Tioga Center, NY passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2025 at Guthrie Hospital in Sayre, PA. A devoted Mother and Grandmother, she was born in Manhattan, New York, Geri spent her formative years in Ipswich, Massachusetts before eventually settling in New York. She graduated from Tioga Center High School and later earned her real...
Carl "Bub" Boyer
Sep 6, 2025
Carl "Bub" Boyer, Union Center, NY, passed away Saturday, September 6, 2025, at the home of his close friends, Fran and Amber, after a hard fought battle with cancer. Bub was predeceased by his parents, Carlton and Marie Boyer. He is survived by his sister, Rosemarie Stevens (Dale), Erin Stevens (Chris) and her children Kaylee and Jesse Williams. Lacey Stevens...
Arleen L. Johnston
Sep 2, 2025
Arleen L. Johnson,68, passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025 at Susquehanna Nursing Center. She had a passion for reading, watching Netflix, Bingo, collecting porcelain dolls and was a member of the Broome County Doll club. She traveled to doll shows with her mom. Her sense of humor and faith allowed her to live a blessed life. In high school,...
Anna C. Parise
Sep 1, 2025
Anna Parise, (Nan) Cabrini Parise (nee Baker), our beloved mother, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025 at Mercy House in Endicott New York. Anna was born and raised in Carbondale Pennsylvania on February 14, 1928 and moved to Endicott with her husband John and young family in 1956.
She was predeceased by her parents Leo and Anna (McHugh) Baker, her...
Gene LaBare
Aug 26, 2025
With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of Eugene “Gene” Edward LaBare, who left this world unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at St. Anthony’s Hospital in St. Petersburg, FL. Born on February 25, 1947, in Johnson City, NY, Gene spent most of his life in Endicott, NY, before moving to St. Petersburg with his beloved wife...
Dawne M. Gould
Aug 24, 2025
Dawne Marie (Harrington) Gould, Age 90, of Canandaigua NY, died peacefully Sunday, August 24th 2025 at M. M. Ewing Continuing Care Center in Canandaigua, NY
after a long illness.
She was a resident of the Clark Meadows Assisted Living Facility, and previously of the Ferris Hills Senior Living Community.
She is predeceased by her husband, David F. Gould, parents Cramer Harrington, Sr. and...