Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...