Obituaries

Jim S. Ferguson

Jim S. Ferguson

Oct 18, 2019

Jim Ferguson passed away suddenly but peacefully, in his favorite chair, at home, on October 18, 2019. He was 79. Jim is survived by his family, whom he considered his greatest asset: his wife Linda (Waterman) Ferguson, his sons and daughters-in-law: Jason and Sandi, Josh and Sarah and his grandchildren, whom he adored: Shayne, Meagan (Anthony), Elizabeth, Hannah and...

Betty I. Kasmarcik

Betty I. Kasmarcik

Oct 17, 2019

Betty Irene Kasmarcik, 79, passed away on October 17, 2019. She was predeceased by her loving husband Larry, and her siblings. She is survived by her children Kristine (Joseph) Tomazin, Lawrence Kasmarcik Jr., Keith (Penny) Kasmarcik, Michael (Sandy) Kasmarcik, and Robert (Tammy Mounts) Kasmarcik; her grandchildren: John (Kelly), Matthew (Lindsey), Larry, Lacey, Keith Jr. (Cintia), Krysti, Scott (Phil), Angella,...

Joan A. Orokos

Joan A. Orokos

Oct 16, 2019

Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God Matt 5:8 Joan A. Orokos, 86, formerly of Owego, NY, left this earthly world on Oct. 16, 2019. Born on May 6, 1933 in Dunmore, PA, Joan was the daughter of the late Anthony and Anna (Polcha) Battista and sister of the late 2nd Lieut. Anthony J. Battista,...

Kathy Anne Ceurter

Kathy Anne Ceurter

Oct 14, 2019

Kathy A. (Holt) Ceurter, 52, passed away at her home on Oct. 14, 2019. She is survived by her loving husband of 29 years, Clifford 'Yogi' Ceurter; her children Bethann (Brian) Quail, Lisa (Joseph) Stofan, and Jodi Ceurter; and grandchildren Mason, Julia, and Shiloh. She is also survived by her brother, Jay (Lisa) Holt; sisters Patricia Donneley, Margaret (Arnie)...

Nancy Lee Howland

Nancy Lee Howland

Oct 7, 2019

Nancy Lee Howland, 97, of Freeville, NY, passed away on October 7, 2019. She is survived by her son J. David (Joan-Ann) Howland; her grandchildren Cynthia (GaRoy) Dickinson and Michael Howland; great-grandson Tyler Howland and great-granddaughter, co-conspirator, and playmate Brianna Dickinson; as well as several nieces and a nephew; great and great-great nieces and nephews. Nancy was predeceased by...

Andy "Tut" D Tavelli

Andy "Tut" D Tavelli

Sep 26, 2019

Andy D. Tavelli, 82, passed away following an illness on Sept. 26, 2019. He is survived by his wife of almost 62 years, Lillian Tavelli ; his children: David (Tena) Tavelli, Tony (Michelle) Tavelli, Gary Tavelli, Dan (Diane) Tavelli, Debra (Gary) Burgess and Lori (Tom) Birkmeyer; his brother Donald (Carol) Tavelli; grandchildren: Anthony, Jordan, Andy Devin, Tanner, Aliyah, Drew,...

Joyce Depew Tarbox

Joyce Depew Tarbox

Sep 23, 2019

Joyce Depew Tarbox, 96, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother left this earthly home, and was ushered into her Lord's presence on September 23, 2019. She was predeceased by her husband Seth, and grandsons Navy EOD Nicholas Wilson, and Scott Lamb. Joyce is survived by her children Sandra (Jim) Sprague, Seth (Denise) Tarbox, Jr., Cynthia (Russ) Hamm,...

Joyce C Lewis

Joyce C Lewis

Sep 14, 2019

Joyce C. Lewis, 78, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019 surrounded in the love of her family. Joyce is survived by her devoted husband of 60 years, H. Glenn Lewis; her loving children: Cyril Lewis and Frances (Clifford) Alexander, her sister Kathleen Groff, 13 cherished grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents, John and...

Michael T Conway

Michael T Conway

Sep 13, 2019

Michael T. Conway 72, passed away on Sept. 13, 2019. Mike is survived by his loving companion and best friend of 37 years, Carol French, his children: Patrick (Beth) Conway and Karen (Joe Gorsline) Gordinier; his sister and brother-in-law: Kathleen and Jeffrey Kennedy and their son Ryan (Joanne); Carols children, whom he loved as his own: Jody, Joe, Betty,...

Rodney W. Russell

Rodney W. Russell

Sep 9, 2019

Rodney W. Russell, 57, passed away on Sept. 9, 2019. Although his brilliant light has been extinguished, the memories of his loving dedication to his family and community will remain forever in our hearts. Rodney is survived by his parents: Richard N. and Gaynor Russell, his wife, Melinda (Case) Russell, his children: Matthew (Erin) Russell, Janelle (Patrick) Hazelton, Melindas...

Susan Holcomb Harvey

Susan Holcomb Harvey

Sep 3, 2019

Susan Holcomb Harvey (Sue) passed away peacefully on September 3, 2019. Sue was predeceased by her parents Homer and Esther Holcomb; her brothers Marshall (Spike) and Timmy; and her sister Chrissy. Sue is survived by her loving husband of 25 years, Gordon Harvey; her brothers Homer Colby (Heather), Howard Holcomb (Lisa), and Victor Holcomb; and her sister Irene Armstrong....

Georgia Ruth Hillman-Garray

Georgia Ruth Hillman-Garray

Aug 31, 2019

Georgia Ruth (Zander) Hillman-Garray, 86, of Newark Valley, passed away on August 31, 2019. She is survived by her loving children Janet (Scott) Plank and Jeffrey Hillman, as well as Frederick Hillman, Jr and George Hillman. She is survived by her 16 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild with one more on the way. Georgia was a wonderful...

Randy D. Decker

Randy D. Decker

Aug 25, 2019

Randy D. Decker, 65, of Susquehanna, PA, passed away on August 25, 2019. MacPherson Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. Memories and condolences may be written in Randy's guestbook at macphersonfh.com. .

Beatrice J. Wahl

Beatrice J. Wahl

Aug 23, 2019

Beatrice 'Bea' Wahl, 75, of Newark Valley, passed away suddenly on Friday Aug. 23, 2019. She is survived by her children George, Lisa, and John; sisters Marie Fries and Peggy (Bob) Collins; many grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Bea is predeceased by her husband George Wahl; parents Arthur and Alfredia Morell; and brother Carlton Morell. Bea was a member of...

Richard Henry Litzel

Richard Henry Litzel

Jul 20, 2019

Richard Henry Litzel passed away at home on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at the age 79. He was born in New York City the son of Henry and Louise Litzel. Dick moved to Long Island as a teen and began digging for clams on the North Shore of Long Island. After receiving a BA in Education he decided digging...

Betty I Carmon

Betty I Carmon

Jul 14, 2019

Betty I. Carmon, 87, of Newark Valley, went home to be with her Jesus on July 14, 2019. She is survived by her loving husband Lawrence D. Carmon; her children Lawrence (Victoria) Carmon, Donald (Dianna) Carmon, and Lori Ann Kellogg; grandchildren Paul Carmon, Michael (Raegan) Carmon, Philip (Brandi) Carmon, Danielle Carmon, Victoria Leigh (Micah) Cochran, Tiffany (Michael) Ledet, Sandra...

Catherine E. Clement

Catherine E. Clement

Jul 5, 2019

Catherine Kay Clement, 95.5 years young, passed away on July 5, 2019. Kay is survived by her devoted children: Dr. Peter and Nancy Clement and Melanie and Frank Towner; her loving and very much cherished grandchildren: Clement and Kait Towner, Thomas Towner, Cassidy Towner, Carley (Clement) and Jose` Rojas Avila and Andrew Clement. The recent birth of her great-...

Diana May Hoyt

Diana May Hoyt

Jun 29, 2019

Diana M. Hoyt, 74, a former long-time resident of Newark Valley, passed away unexpectedly at her home on June 29, 2019. Diana is survived by her devoted sons and daughters-in-law: Dennis J. and Karen Hoyt and Scott C. and Donna Hoyt; her cherished grandsons: Jarrett, Joshua, Justin, Shane and Brady. Also surviving are her brother Eugene (Cyndee) Pine, sisters...

Janice D. Gwardyak

Janice D. Gwardyak

Jun 28, 2019

Janice D. Gwardyak, 74, passed away at her home on June 28, 2019 following a short illness. She died as she livedfighting to the end with tenacity and courage. Janice is survived by her husband of 46 years, Adam Gwardyak and her children: Wayne (Leeann) Riek, Edward (Jill) Riek, Kevin (Darcie) Riek, Karl (Toni) Gwardyak, Lisa Gwardyak, Tim (Amy)...

Priscilla R Lawrence

Priscilla R Lawrence

Jun 20, 2019

Priscilla Lawrence, 79, died peacefully on June 20, 2019 after an extended period of Parkinson Disease complicated by a recent stroke. She was surrounded by her family and the wonderful Staff at Oak Hill Manor in Ithaca, NY. Priscilla was a graduate of Newark Valley High School and The Jean Simmons Business School, Elmira, NY. She was employed by...

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