Obituaries
Jacob 'Jake' W Rypkema
Jun 9, 2019
Jacob W. Rypkema, 97, of Owego, NY, died at his home in Owego, NY on June 9, 2019. Jake is now in heaven because he placed his faith and trust in Jesus Christ, his Savior. Born May 20 1922 in Terhorne, Northern Providence of Netherlands he was a son of the late William and Martha (Bosma) Rypkema. He and...
Donald A Hilliar
Jun 6, 2019
Donald A. Hilliar, 88, passed away at his home on June 6, 2019. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Dorothy D. Hilliar and his children, Michael Hilliar, Berkshire, Chris Hilliar, and Greg (Mirtie) Hilliar, of Melbourne, FL, Kathie (Keith) Johnson, of Nichols; grandchildren: Scott (Karla) Woodmansee, Lynn (Jesse) Playle, Kasey (Brittney) Hilliar, Krista Hilliar, Chase Hilliar,...
Frederick 'Rick' J. Mayer
Jun 5, 2019
Rick Mayer, 69, passed away on June 5, 2019 following an illness. He is survived by his daughters: Holly (Jeremie) Lavrack, Erica Mayer and Krissy Leintz; his grandchildren Sienna (Mike Heider) Mayer, Wyatt Ashyr Edrick Mayer, Jordan Elizabeth Stiffarm, Logan Daniels and great granddaughter, Aubrie Rose Heider. Several cousins and many close friends also survive. Rick was a graduate...
Carl E Hoaglin, Jr
Jun 4, 2019
Carl E. Hoaglin Jr., 42 of Newark Valley, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, June 4, 2019 as the result of an accident. Carl is survived by his loving wife Wendy and their twin children, Cailyn and Jack; his father Carl, Sr. and wife Ruth; his mother, Carol, sister, Carolyn; Wendys parents Carol and Lloyd Signs and extended family members...
Doris May Wurtenberg
Jun 1, 2019
Doris Wurtenberg has done her last load of laundry and washed her last dish, passing away on June 1 , 2019 in Hendersonville, NC. Doris was born in Ithaca, NY. She was raised and chose to raise her family in the rural township of Newark Valley, NY. Doris was a devoted mother and housewife. She was predeceased by her...
Bradley C. 'Brad' Shaver
May 31, 2019
On May 31, 2019, Brad started his new journey. He passed away peacefully in one of his favorite outdoor chairs at Lake Idlewild, PA. Brad lived the simple life he chose and embraced, in his quiet manner, all those important to him. He is survived by his mother, Berma Shaver, his sister and brother, Kathy and Brian Tanton, his...
Robert W. Carman
May 30, 2019
Robert W. Carman, Sr., passed away peacefully on May 30, 2019. He is survived by his sons Robert, Jr. and Dan (Polly Budney) Carman, daughters-in-law Renee and Deena, grandchildren Deanna, Danielle, Adam, Ben, Jonathan, and Anna, twelve great grandchildren, and two sisters, Anna Anne and Dorothy Dot. He was predeceased by his loving wife Ethel, sister Elinor El, son...
Margaret 'Peg' Hochberg
May 29, 2019
Margaret A. Hochberg, 82, long-time resident of Berkshire, NY, entered her new life with her Lord and Savior early in the morning of May 29, 2019. She is survived by her daughters, Elizabeth Betsy (James) Black, Ruth Ann Robyn (Loren) Salsman, Carol (Scott) Snyder, and Jeanette Jeanie Hochberg; son Robert (Tirza) Hochberg; brother Thomas Brennan; sisters Carol (Jim) King...
Michael P. Melby
May 25, 2019
Michael P Melby, 77, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, May 25, 2019. Michael is survived by his wife of 53 years, Sharon (Brieske) Melby; his son James (Barbara) Melby and his daughter Peggy Medina; four grandchildren; Benjamin and Brooke Melby, Evelyn and Michael Medina; four brothers Arthur, Louis (Eileen), Christopher and John Melby; two sisters, Mary...
Ethel May Carman
May 24, 2019
Ethel M. Carman, 94, of Newark Valley, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2019. She is survived by her loving husband Robert Carman, her sons Robert Carman Jr. and Daniel (Polly Budney) Carman, daughters-in-law Renee and Deena, grandchildren Deanna, Danielle, Adam, Ben, Jonathan, and Anna, and sister Dorothy Clements. She was predeceased by her son Philip Carman and daughter-in-law...
Lyman R. Watkins
May 13, 2019
Lyman R Watkins, 69, passed away on May 13, 2019 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family. Lyman was born on May 12, 1950 in Ithaca the son of Richard and Helen (Gibbs) Watkins and has been a life-long resident of Speedsville. He is survived by his devoted daughter Michelle Watkins and his adored grandchildren,...
Cheryl I. Rhodes
May 12, 2019
Cheryl I. Rhodes, 73, passed away on May 12, 2019 follow a period of declining health.She is survived by her son, Jamie Rhodes (Charlotte), grandchildren Mackenzie Rhodes and Tyler Rhodes. Also surviving are a niece and nephew, Erin Delaney (Matt) Guidici, Sean (Anne) Delaney and dear friends, Bob and Norma DeForest. She was predeceased by her husband Fred S....
Laurence Thomas Grant
May 11, 2019
Laurence ("Bud") Thomas Grant, 94, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2019. He was born at home in Schenectady, NY on December 10, 1924. He lived in Newark Valley, NY from 1935 until 2010 when he and his wife of 68 years, Lorraine, moved to the United Methodist Homes in Johnson City, NY. He is predeceased by his wife,...
Roberta Louisa Gwara
May 7, 2019
Roberta Louisa (Smithgall) Gwara, age 74 of Avondale, AZ died May 7, 2019 in Avondale. She was born August 1,1944 in Williamsport, PA to James and June Smithgall. Roberta was a great mom. Her life and love were centered in her family, and Rome, N.Y. She met the love of her life and became a mother at a very...
Branden S. Krager
May 2, 2019
Branden S. Krager, 37, of Newark Valley, NY, finally found his peace on May 2, 2019. He is survived by his father Donald Krager, mother Cindy Krager, brother Jeff Krager (Liza) and their children Haley, Addysen, Kacie, sister Amy (Jared) Pado and their children Cassidy and Bryson. Branden attended Newark Valley High School and worked at Budge Fence. He...
Steven Scott Mercer
May 2, 2019
Steven Mercer, 62, went to be with his Heavenly Father on May 2, 2019. He was born in Florida on July 2, 1956 a son of the late Norman and Iris Mercer. He was also predeceased by his favorite Uncle, David Troutman. Steve is survived by his wife of 20 years, Vicky (Edwards) Mercer, step-children: Jeremy, Jason and Jessica,...
Marian E Kinney
Apr 24, 2019
Marian Elizabeth Kinney, 90, of Newark Valley (mailing address Berkshire, NY 13736) joined her loved ones in Heaven on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. Marian was the only child of Thomas and Sarah (Henderson) Hinrichsen. She was predeceased in 1994 by the love of her life and her husband of 45 years, Lawrence T. Kinney. She is survived by her...
Gary W. Mead
Apr 21, 2019
Gary W. Mead, 68, of Berkshire, passed away on April 21, 2019. He is survived by his mother Gertrude Mead, sister Patricia (Dennis) Fowler, brother Gene (Kim) Mead, sister Pamela (Shawn) Leary, and nieces and nephews Paul and Robyn Hidock and Colton and Shyiamie Mead. He was predeceased by his father John W. Mead. Gary was drafted directly out...
Phyllis Clark
Apr 20, 2019
Phyllis Clark, 78, of Newark Valley, passed away on April 20, 2019. She is survived by her children Ida Alexander, Kim Clark, and Richard Clark; grandchildren Jessica Alexander, James Evans, and Dwight Evans; great grandsons Ty and Nolan Evans; sisters Christine Bogart, Harriet Keene, Dorothy Eichkorn, and Virginia Miller; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Phyllis was predeceased by...
Mildred 'Midge' E. Harbst
Apr 14, 2019
Mildred E. 'Midge' Harbst, 95, of Cortland, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2019. Born on Nov. 5, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Allen) Johnson. She was predeceased by her husband Jesse Harbst in 1980 and her daughters Virginia Stephensons, Mary Conway and brother Carl Bishop. She is survived by her son David...
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