Obituaries
Francis X Lafosse
Dec 23, 2019
Francis Xavier LaFosse, 75, of Berkshire, NY, passed away on December 23, 2019. He was born in Fitchburg, MA on December 3, 1944 to his late parents Anna (Landry) and Edward LaFosse. Francis was also predeceased by his siblings Rita Walsh, Ronald LaFosse, Patricia Baum, and Michael LaFosse. He is survived by his children Michelle (Michael) Carnahan of FL...
David M Laughlin
Dec 22, 2019
David M Laughlin, 71, of Newark Valley, passed away suddenly on Dec. 22, 2019 and reunited with his Lord and Savior. His will be greatly missed by his loving family: Jan, his wife of almost 38 years; children: Shonna, Jennifer, William, Corrie and Katie; 17 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren; siblings: John (Nancy), Steven (Kathy), Carol Laughlin and Susan (Gordon)...
Dorla Nary
Dec 22, 2019
Dorla Bushnell Nary, 93, of Selinsgrove, PA, and formerly of Newark Valley, NY, passed away on Dec. 22, 2019. She was predeceased by her parents, Edwin and Lena Bushnell, her brothers Gerald (Olive) Bushnell and Robert (Sally Simmons) Bushnell and her loving husband Bruce L. Nary. Dorla is survived by brother-in-law, Robert and sister-in-law Louise Baker, Boiling Springs, PA;...
Helen Lillian Twining Kalkan
Dec 18, 2019
Helen Lillian Twining Kalkan, 98, of Newark Valley, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2019. She was predeceased by her parents Burr and Lillian Twining, her beloved husband Richard Bill W. Kalkan, son Richard Kalkan Jr., siblings Burr Twining Jr., Nellie Twining, Mildred Newman, Martin Twining, sister-in-law Helen (Fred) Meisner, and brother-in-law Otto (Virginia) Kalkan. Helen is survived by...
Dr. Paul B. Knapp
Dec 17, 2019
The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heartHelen Keller Dr. Paul B. Knapp, patriarch of the Knapp family, truly felt with his heart. His life has been blessed with precious memories of family and friends as well as a very satisfying career in general dentistry....
Helen S. Myott
Dec 16, 2019
Helen S. Myott, 94, a life long, well known and loved resident of Newark Valley, passed away on December 16, 2019. She is survived by her daughter Linda M. Rogers; daughters-in-law Suzanne Myott and Cathy Myott; sister Jane Wiltse; grandchildren Holly Katchuk, Scott (Karen) Katchuk, Kara Marie Rogers Leonard, Mark Myott, and Elizabeth Myott Healy; great grandchildren Morgan, Greyson,...
Mary Dziak
Dec 14, 2019
Mary Dziak, 91 of West Pittston, PA, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, friend, passed away Saturday, Dec. 14, 2019.Born May 23, 1928, in Moosic, PA she was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Helen Gidula. She attended Moosic Schools and was the Valedictorian of her graduating class. Mary was a member of St. Michael's Byzantine Catholic Church...
Robert L Ketchum
Dec 9, 2019
Robert L Ketchum, 55, passed away on Dec.9, 2019 following an illness. Born on Aug 8, 1964 in Norwich, he was a son of the late Clifton D. and Patricia L. (Davis) Ketchum. He is survived by his daughter April Knight and son William Ketchum; his long-time companion, Letha Smith; brothers, Clifton Ketchum, Jr. and Jim Lamphere, several grandchildren...
Phyllis L. Tottey
Dec 8, 2019
Phyllis L. Tottey, 65, passed away unexpectedly at her home on December 8, 2019. She is survived by her loving sons Kristopher Harford, Nicholas (April) Harford and Levi Pierce; cherished grandchildren Alexia, Jacob, Owen and Theia, her niece Kathy Barton and many dear friends. Phyllis was born in Ithaca on July 15, 1954 a beloved daughter of the late...
James L. Schmeh
Dec 8, 2019
James L. Schmeh, 62, died on December 8, 2019 after a yearlong courageous battle with cancer. Jim is survived by his daughter Amanda Gill and grandson Phoenix Gill of Lockport, NY; his loving siblings Carol Schmeh of Salinas, CA; Beverly Short of No. Tonawanda, NY; Albert (Eleanor) Schmeh of Monroeville, PA; Ruthanne (Richard) Orth of Owego and Thomas Schmeh...
Kenneth G. Sheldon, Jr.
Dec 7, 2019
Kenneth G. 'Butch' Sheldon, Jr., 73, of Berkshire, passed away on December 7, 2019. He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Nancy Lee Sheldon; his children, Kenny (Karen), Duane (Joan), and Tina; many grandchildren, including Jessica and Jasmine who lived with him, and many nieces and nephews; his siblings Betty Anthony, Roger Sheldon, and Mike Sheldon....
Charles Stieglitz
Nov 23, 2019
Charles Stieglitz, 83, passed away on November 23, 2019. He has been a happily married man, and is survived by his wife of 57 years, Elizabeth. They have been blessed with three children. Mr. Stieglitz had a distinguished professional career with IBM. He was a member of the Institute for Electric and Electronic Engineers. Mr. Stieglitz worked in Design...
Timothy S. Gregrow
Nov 15, 2019
Timothy S. Gregrow, 63, of Berkshire (Speedsville), passed away on November 15, 2019 following an illness. Tim is survived by his mother, Martha 'Polly' Gregrow, brothers: Dale (Debra) and Ronald Gregrow and niece and nephews: Dale Jr. (Ida), Carrie (Greg), Brandon (Jessica). He was predeceased by his father, Bernard Gregrow. Tim graduated from Newark Valley High School and had...
Thomas A. Abbey
Nov 14, 2019
Thomas A. Abbey, 74, of Newark Valley, passed away on November 14, 2019. He is survived by his daughter Joann Mosher, granddaughter Angela, sisters Jean Fogle and Dorothy Padgett, and nieces Pamela Teeter, Penny Taylor, and Peggy Romig. Thomas was predeceased by his parents, Melvin Abbey and Isabelle Padgett, his brother Roger Padgett and his loving canine companion, Harley....
Thomas E Peterson, Sr.
Nov 6, 2019
Thomas E. Peterson, Sr. entered peacefully into eternal rest on November 6, 2019 with his loving sons, Jeff and Tom Jr., and their wives, Robbie (Pedersen) and Roz (Watrobski), by his side. He was greeted warmly in heaven by his loving wife, Dorothy ("Dottie" Sawatzky), his parents, Arthur and Clara (Beaton), his many, many family members and friends, and...
Mira Beth Kofkin
Nov 5, 2019
Mira Beth Kofkin, 53, of Newark Valley, passed peacefully from this earthly life on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Her family and friends will miss her keen intellect, her sharp wit, and her grace in the face of adversity. Miras greatest gift to those who knew her was her ability to accept us without...
Edward Balzer
Nov 3, 2019
Edward Balzer, 76, of Newark Valley, passed away on November 3, 2019. His family will receive friends at the MacPherson Funeral Home, 5 Whig St, Newark Valley on Sat. Nov. 16, 2019 from 11 am until 12 Noon followed by a sharing of memories. In addition a Fellowship gathering will also be held at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses...
Ruth Borgman Akers
Oct 31, 2019
Ruth Borgman Akers, 96, passed away on October 31, 2019 with her daughters by her side. She was born July 4, 1923 at home on the Borgman Farm in Wellington, MO to Eugene W. and Louise (Starke) Borgman. Ruth loved the family farm and no matter where she lived, Wellington was always her home. Ruth graduated from Central Missouri...
Donald J. Jordan, R.Ph.
Oct 30, 2019
Donald James Jordan, RPh, of Endwell, NY passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning October 30, 2019 at Willow Point Nursing Home as a result of a long and courageous battle of declining health. Don was a long-time resident of Newark Valley where as a pharmacist he owned and operated Valley Pharmacy for over 30 years. Predeceased in his family...
Shirley Ace Callahan
Oct 19, 2019
Shirley Ace Callahan, 90, peacefully passed away early in the morning of October 19th, 2019, at Wilson Memorial Hospital. She was among family in her final moments. She was predeceased by her son Michael, her parents Marian (Mapes) and George Ace Sr., her husband of 56 years Joseph Callahan, her niece, Laurel, her brother George Ace Jr., her sister...
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