Obituaries

Phyllis L. Alexander

Phyllis L. Alexander

Oct 2, 2016

Phyllis L. Alexander, 76 of Newark Valley, passed away on Oct. 2, 2016 following a brief illness.Phyllis is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Victor Alexander and their children: Dennis Alexander and his fianc, Penny Scott, Timothy and Sobongsok Alexander, Vicki Alexander and Denise and Brian Riley. Also surviving are her 8 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and...

Arthur L. Hilliard

Arthur L. Hilliard

Sep 29, 2016

Arthur L. Hilliard, 76, a life-long and well known resident of Newark Valley, passed away on Sept. 29, 2016 following a brief illness. Art is survived by his best friend (since 9th grade) and loving wife of 56 years, Natalie (Sylvester) Hilliard and their children: Brian Hilliard, Dana Hilliard and Karlie (Ryan) Both; his grandchildren: Aidan Both, Tiffany Hilliard...

Anna M. Olmstead Chaffee

Anna M. Olmstead Chaffee

Sep 23, 2016

Anna M. Olmstead Chaffee, 87, passed away on Sept. 23, 2016.She is survived by her daughters, Linda Thayer and Deborah (Thomas) James, son James (Elizabeth) Olmstead, brother Lester Cornell and sister Lula Birdsall, many grand and great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Lee and son Robert. Anna was a long-time, devoted member of the Methodist Church, enjoyed singing...

John M Knieriem

John M Knieriem

Aug 28, 2016

John M. Knieriem, 90, of Berkshire (Town of Richford), NY, passed away peacefully and entered his new life on Sunday, August 28, 2016 with his children at his side.John was predeceased by his parents, John and Charlotte Knieriem, and his loving wife of 56 years, Dorothy, who passed away in 2006. He is survived by five devoted children and...

Ruth B. Enright

Ruth B. Enright

Aug 21, 2016

Ruth E. Bomboy Enright, 90, of Glen Aubrey passed away on August 21, 2016. She was predeceased by her parents, husband, Daniel W. Enright; sister, Louise Aten; daughter, Darla Davis; daughter-in-law, Lisa Enright and granddaughter, Kim Hodges. She is survived by daughter, Jody (Robert) Hodges and son, Daniel L. (Nancy) Enright; grandchildren, Aaron (Erin) Whittaker, Andrea Whittaker, Bobbi Jo...

Edna M Lane

Edna M Lane

Aug 10, 2016

Edna M. Lane, 94 of Owego and formerly of Newark Valley, passed away at the Riverview Manor Nursing Facility on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2016. Edna is survived by her children:Alice Bishop,(Bob), Lois Lane, Thomas Lane and Dennis (Yvonne) Lane, 4 grandchildren and several great grand children and great-great grandchildren, as well as neices, nephews and cousins.Edna was preceeded in...

Gail Doty Hart

Gail Doty Hart

Aug 7, 2016

Gail Evelyn Doty Hart, 74, of Allentown, PA, passed away on Aug 7, 2016.Gail is survived by her children: Valerie (David) Springfield, Jeffrey (Juliann) Hart and Christopher Hart; her grandchildren: Courtney Springfield, William (Kimberly Truit) Domitrovitsch, Kristie Hart, Brandee (Miquel Quinones) Hart; her great grandson Leon Quinones; her sister, Daryl Doty Holloway and sister in law, Dianne Doty. She...

Ronald J. Tiddick

Ronald J. Tiddick

Jul 29, 2016

Ronald J. Tiddick, 57 of Berkshire, formerly of Dryden, died suddenly on July 29, 2016 at home. Ron was pre-deceased by his father, Michael Tiddick, in 2014. He is survived by his mother Barbara Tiddick of Ithaca, his children: Anthony and Nicolle Tiddick, 2 grandchildren, his siblings: Ken and Bob (Kelly) Tiddick, Michele (Jim Cricket) Payne, Missy Park, several...

Cora Lee Stone Ahonen

Cora Lee Stone Ahonen

Jul 9, 2016

Cora Lee Ahonen, 95, a 50 year resident of Owego, died on July 9, 2016 at her home where she had received comfort and love by her caregivers. Born in Indianapolis, IN, she was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Sarah Stone. She was also predeceased by her infant sister, her husband of 44 years, Donald Leo Ahonen...

Harold L. Benjamin, Jr.

Harold L. Benjamin, Jr.

Jun 29, 2016

Harold L. Benjamin, 58, of Berkshire, NY passed away on June 29, 2016 He is survived by his wife, Becky Benjamin; sons: Harold (Kristin) Benjamin, Phillip, Adrian and Gabrial Benjamin; daughters: Crystaline (Joshua Skellett) Benjamin, Heather (Garrett Ayers) Benjamin, Rebekah Benjamin; daughter-in-law: Shannon Benjamin and his parents,Virginia and Gilmore Dean. Also surviving are his 7 grandchildren, and his sisters:...

Robert W. Pulaski

Robert W. Pulaski

Jun 27, 2016

Robert W. Pulaski, 83, of Newark Valley, passed away on June 27, 2016 following a period of declining health. His loving wife, confidant, best friend and soul mate, Marion, who has always stood by his side, was indeed with him until he passed. In addition to Marion, Bob is survived by his children: Sharon Pulaski, Kathy Pulaski, and Richard...

Patricia M Johnson

Patricia M Johnson

Jun 21, 2016

Patricia M. Johnson, 65, of Berkshire, formerly of Apalachin, passed away at her home on June 21, 2016. Pat is survived by her husband of 45 years, Fay W. Johnson , her sisters: Judy (Frank) Kitchin, Claudiann Kelsey and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Ede and David W. Reed, Jr. and her brother, Alec...

Mary J. Burr

Mary J. Burr

Jun 10, 2016

Mary J. Burr, 69, formerly of Cooperstown, passed away on June 10, 2016. Mary has been residing at the home of her daughter, Shirley in Newark Valley, for the past several months. Born on July 25, 1946 in Norwich, NY, she was a daughter of the late Howard and Gladys (Boise) Chase. She was also preceded in death by...

Calvin J. Verduin

Calvin J. Verduin

Jun 9, 2016

Calvin John Verduin, 78, formerly of Waddington, Gouverneur, Dansville, and most recently Berkshire, NY passed away early Thursday morning, June 9, 2016 following a period of declining health.Born on May 6, 1938 in Marion, NY he was the son of the late Maurice and Louise (Lagerveld) Verduin.He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Hazel 'Pat' (Whalen)...

Barbara J. Ceurter

Barbara J. Ceurter

Jun 8, 2016

Barbara J. Ceurter, 75, of Berkshire passed away on June 8, 20916 following an illness. Born on May 11, 1941, Barbara was the daughter of the late William and Norma (Walters) Decker. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Wendy Tucker.Barb is survived by her husband of 36 years, Raymond Butch Ceurter; her sons: Robert (Deb) Bean,...

Richard R. Watson

Richard R. Watson

Jun 7, 2016

Richard R. Watson, 91, of Owego passed away on June 7, 2016 following a long struggle with illness. Born on June 6, 1925 in New York City, he was the son of the late John and Anne Watson. Richard was also preceded in death by his grandson Geoffrey T. Watson in 2015.He is survived by his loving wife of...

Clark Otis Co Smith

Clark Otis Co Smith

Jun 1, 2016

"Think like a wise man but communicate in the language of the people"Clark Otis Smith, 91, a long-time resident of Newark Valley lived by these words. C.O. passed from this life on June 1, 2016 leaving his beloved family of 'shakers and doers' as he referred to them and his friends from all over, with beautiful memories and many...

Terry J. Dillon

Terry J. Dillon

May 13, 2016

On the morning of May 13, 2016, Terry passed away suddenly. He was 64 years old. Terry is survived by his wife Miyuki, children Jason and wife Kristen, David, and sisters Michele, Donna, Janet, and Trisha, along with grandchildren Leah, Anna, and TJ, and countless friends and other family members.Terry was born in Tupper Lake, NY to John (Jack)...

Miley M. Ferguson

Miley M. Ferguson

May 10, 2016

Always in our thoughts Forever in our heartsOur cherished daughter, loving wife and mother, Miley M. Ferguson, 36, of Newark Valley, passed peacefully from her earthly home on May 10, 2016. She fought a long and courageous battle with cancer. Miley was welcomed into this world on September 25, 1979 by her parents Joseph and Deborah (Bottoff) Spano. She...

Paul E. Purple

Paul E. Purple

May 6, 2016

Paul E. Purple, 81, life-long, well known and respected resident of Newark Valley, passed away on May 6, 2016. Paul is survived by his buddy, his pal, his best friend, and loving wife of 59 years, Margery Purple, and their children, Jody (Wayne) Hartley, Laurie (Tom) Kilb and Jay Purple; his cherished grandchildren, Stephanie Hartley, Jesse Hartley, Vincent Kilb...

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