Obituaries
Gordon H. Tull
Jan 17, 2019
Gordon (Gordie) H. Tull, 90, of Dryden, New York passed away peacefully on January 17, 2019. Gordie is survived by his loving wife of sixty-eight years, Mildred, daughter Marnee (Robert) Pochily, sister Evelyn Martin and grandchildren Matthew (Francesca) Pochily, Melissa (Shane) ONeill and Michael (Christine) Pochily. Also surviving are six great grandchildren and several cousins, nephews and nieces.Gordie was...
Phyllis Punka L. Wahl
Jan 14, 2019
Always in our thoughtsforever in our hearts Phyllis Rupert Wahl Punka, 50, was united with her parents, Jerry and Joyce Rupert and her beloved brother Jerry, Jr. aka Toado on Jan 14, 2019. Her passing has left a huge void in the hearts of her surviving family and friends: her husband, George Wahl and daughter Tonee Carman (Cody Grabowski),...
Andrew L Williams
Jan 13, 2019
Andrew "Andy" Williams, 63, passed suddenly on Jan. 13, 2019. Andy was a loving partner to Edward Yescavage, also deceased, and is survived by the mother of his four children Yvonne Conley, his children Adam, Daisy, A.J., and Jessica Williams, his granddaughter, Aryana Mangieri, and his three brothers Fred, Frank, and John Williams. Also surviving are many nieces and...
Lois Ann Yurko
Jan 8, 2019
Lois Yurko, 79, went to be with her Lord on Jan. 8, 2019. She was predeceased by her parents Walter and Winnie (Edwards) Barrett and her brother Walter H Barrett. She is survived by her sons: Michael 'Tim' (Chris) Yurko, Mark (Shannon) Yurko, Scott Yurko and William Yurko; her brothers Johnnie, Charles (Dannette) and Marshall (Vicky) Barrett; sister, Trudy...
Michael Glen Jerkes
Jan 5, 2019
Michael Glen Jerkes, 57, of Newark Valley, passed away suddenly on Jan. 5, 2019. He is survived by his wife and best friend of 37 years Karen Jerkes; son Daryl (Sarah); Daughters Tiffany (Kurtis) and Sarah (Dustin); brother Steve (Katelyn) Bruster; sister Vicky (Stan) Olkowski; sister-in-law Jeannie Kay; and 8 grandchildren. Mike was predeceased by his brother Joseph Jerkes;...
Dolores 'Dee' M Moshier
Jan 2, 2019
Dolores M. Moshier, 78 of Richford, passed away on Jan 2, 2019 following an illness. Dee was predeceased by her parents Max and Inza (Underwood) Hoffmier, her step-father Gerald Clark, her husband Donald L. Moshier, Sr., daughter, Inza Moshier, brother John Hoffmier and nephews Johnny Hoffmier and Gerald (Jer-Jer) Clark. She is survived by her children: Max(Janice) Moshier,Sr., Donald...
Ronald Judson Yetter
Jan 2, 2019
Ronald Judson Yetter, 70, formerly of Newark Valley and Berkshire, went home to be with the Lord on January 2, 2019 at Mary Black Hospital in Spartanburg, SC. Ron was the son of the late Leland and Betty (Pankhurst) Yetter. He is survived by his brother, Robert Yetter of Waverly, NY and sisters, Robin (Brian Slack) Yetter of Gaffney,...
Catherine A. Hartwig
Dec 23, 2018
Catherine A. Hartwig, (nee Gwozdz) age 77, passed away peacefully at home with all of her family present, after nearly a decade long battle with Ovarian Cancer. She was predeceased by her parents Anthony and Blanche (Geboski) Gwozdz. A native of Cheshire MA., she graduated from St Lukes School of Nursing in Pittsfield, MA in 1963. Shortly thereafter she...
Lilly J Wright
Dec 18, 2018
Lilly J. Wright, 83, of Owego, was called home to the Lord on December 18, 2018. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Suzan and Keith Seidel, her son and daughter-in-law, David and Barbara Wright, her grandchildren, Jamie, Jason, Kyle, Cassidy, Kellie, her 3 great-grandchildren, and her close friend Mary Bennett. She was predeceased by her loving husband...
James 'Giz' M. Pitcher
Dec 16, 2018
James M. Giz Pitcher, Jr., 80, passed away unexpectedly on December 16, 2018. He is survived by his children David (Lorie) Pitcher, Jeff Chandler, Denise Pitcher, Caroline Pitcher, and Bonnie (James) Chandler Sherman; 10 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren; sister, Betty Pitcher and brother-in-law Richard Welch. Several nieces and nephews and many friends also survive. He was predeceased by...
Margaret E. Decamp
Dec 15, 2018
Margaret E. DeCamp, 83, passed away on December 15, 2018. MacPherson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Arrangements were family centered.
Carole F. Beebe
Dec 13, 2018
Carole F. Beebe, 68, passed away suddenly at her home on Dec. 13, 2018. Carole is survived by her children: Henry C. Beebe and companion Pam Minotti, Amy and Tim Harris, and Julie and Robert Sheets; her adored grandchildren Paige Willett, Jonathan Willett, Sierra Beebe and Austin Beebe and great grandchildren Aiden Newcomb and Robin Willett. Several nieces and...
James Schultz
Dec 13, 2018
James L. Schultz, 76 of Syracuse, passed away on Dec. 13, 2018. Jim was raised in Endicott (West Corners), attended Jr. High in Newark Valley, NY and was a graduate of Blodgett Vocational High School, Syracuse. He retired from Coyne Textile Services in Syracuse following 50 years of dedicated service. Jim enjoyed gardening, traveling and the friends he made...
Ricky W. Card
Dec 8, 2018
Ricky W. Card, 56, of Whitney Point, passed away on Dec. 8, 2018 following a long illness. Ricky was born on Sept 12, 1962 a son of Carol Smith Card and the late Richard B. Card. In addition to his mother he is survived by his wife, Yvonne (Spicer) Card, his children: Patrick Spicer, Amanda (Robert) OHara, Lacey Card...
Carole N. Ainey
Dec 6, 2018
Carole N. Ainey, 81, of Owego, passed away on December 6, 2018. She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Marvin; their children, John (Ann) Ainey, of Weeki Wachee, FL; Eric (Cheryl) Ainey, of Zephyrhills, FL; and Barbara (Joe) Brancoli, of Richmond, VA; grandchildren James Ainey, Robert Thompson, and Christin Kalwarczyk; great grandchildren Grant and Amelia Thompson;...
Cassie C. Pastalan
Dec 4, 2018
Always in our thoughtsForever in our hearts Early in the morning on Dec. 4, 2018, surrounded in the love of those she held most dear, Cassie C. Pastalan, 92, peacefully entered into heaven. Cassies life has been rewarding and fulfilling. She earned her BS in nursing from Keuka College and over the years, many have been blessed by the...
Jill I Labelle
Nov 24, 2018
Jill I. LaBelle, 74, passed away on Nov. 24, 2018 following a period of declining health.Family services will be private under the direction of the MacPherson Funeral Home.
Grace G Mcqueen
Nov 17, 2018
Grace George McQueen, 93, formerly of Greene and Newark Valley, New York, passed away in her sleep at sunrise on Saturday November 17, 2018. She was born on February 10, 1925 in Far Rockaway, New York to the late Harold Ulysses and Margaret McKay Berrien George. Grace is survived by her son, James McQueen (Rosemary Truman), daughter, Nancy (Matt)...
Glenn F Klingle
Nov 15, 2018
Glenn F. Klingle, 70, of Richford, NY passed away suddenly on Nov. 15, 2018. Born on August 7, 1948 he is the son of Dorothy (Patterson) Klingle and the late Merlin Klingle. In addition to his mother Dorothy, Glenn is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 50 years, Paula (Alexander) Klingle, his son Glenn (April) Klingle II,...
Donamae Tiffany
Nov 14, 2018
DonaMae Tiffany, 82, of Ocala FL died Nov 14 2018 in the arms of her beloved husband, and in the company of her loving family. She was the only child of Aubrey C. and Glenis Mae (Warner) Hulslander of Newark Valley, NY. Dona graduated from Newark Valley High School in 1954 and married her sweetheart Doug on July 11,...