Obituaries

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...

Ida J Alexander

Ida J Alexander

May 3, 2016

Ida J. Alexander, 65, of Utah and formerly of Newark Valley, passed away on May 3, 2016 following a sudden illness.Ida is survived by her children, Clifford (Frances) Alexander and Tamara (Scott Bryant) Walker; her grandchildren: Amanda (Dave) Chaffee, Dennis Whitmarsh, Jr., Jacqueline Whitmarsh, Samantha (Kenneth) Card, Stephanie Alexander and fianc Rodney Gee, Deidra Walker and 5 great grandchildren.Also...

Patricia J. Baker

Patricia J. Baker

May 1, 2016

Patricia J. Baker, 76, joined her Lord on May 1, 2016. Pat was a lifelong, well known and loved resident of Speedsville, Tompkins County. Born on January 21, 1940 in Speedsville, she was a daughter of Sophie (Lawton) and the late Robert Dalola. In addition to her father, Pat was predeceased by her husband, Roland Baker (2004), her daughter...

Harold R. Vrabel

Harold R. Vrabel

Apr 18, 2016

Harold R. Vrabel, 65, of Candor and formerly of New Jersey, passed away on April 18, 2016.Services will be in New Jersey at a later date.MacPherson Funeral Home, Newark Valley is assisting the family.Memories and condolences may be written in his guest book at macphersonfh.com

Matthew W. Burdick

Matthew W. Burdick

Apr 6, 2016

Matthew W. Burdick, 47, of Newark Valley, died on April 6, 2016. Matthew is survived by his parents Bradley and Marcy, and his sister Rhonda. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. MacPherson Funeral Home, Newark Valley is assisting with arrangement.

Georgia L. Reavis

Georgia L. Reavis

Mar 27, 2016

Georgia L. (Lunga) Reavis, a lifelong resident of Endicott, passed away on March 27, 2016. Georgia is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Renee R. and Thomas L. Bennett; her grandsons: Charles A. (Stacey) Reavis, Ethan R. (Rebecca) Bennett, Jeremy R. (Kate) Bennett and daughter in law, Jana A. Reavis. Several nieces and nephews also survive. In addition to...

Rev. Thomas Flenner Willson

Rev. Thomas Flenner Willson

Mar 23, 2016

Rev. Thomas Flenner Willson, 91, of Holland, MI, formerly of Maine, NY, passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at his home.Rev. willson is survived by his children: Debi Willson, Nathan (Sandy) Willson, Mark (Linda) Willson, Philip (Dodie) Willson and Martha Willson; 10 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; a brother Peter (June) Willson and many extended family and friends. He...

Judy M Lord

Judy M Lord

Mar 18, 2016

Judy M. Lord, 68, of Newark Valley, passed away on March 18, 2016.She is survived by her son Jeffrey Lord, mother, Margaret Jarvis, grandson, Jacob Lord and sisters Janet Beebe, Jody (Mark) Hollenbeck and Jane Jarvis as well as nieces, nephews and cousins. Judy was predeceased by her father, Wallace Jarvis, husband, Arthur Lord, son, Adam Lord and sister...

George C Hoyt

George C Hoyt

Mar 10, 2016

George C. Hoyt, 82, of Candor, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2016 following a brief illness. He is survived by his wife of almost 40 years, Linda Hoyt, and children: Penny Travis, Michael (Michele) Hoyt, George (Zenaida) Hoyt, Joe (Nancy) Monte, Grandchildren: Joshua, Antoinette, Tiffany, Anastasia, Tina, Harriette, Jacob, Sabrina, Caleb, Stephanie, Daniel; Great grandchildren: Landyn, Harleah, Tyler,...

Ramon F. Alderman

Ramon F. Alderman

Mar 7, 2016

Ramon "Ray" Alderman, 85, of Owego, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on March 7, 2016. He is survived by his wife of 67 years Barbara Boyd Alderman; a son, Dana Alderman (Bill Congdon) of Charlotte, North Carolina; a granddaughter, Ashley Foley (Andrew) of Nichols, NY; three great-grandchildren, Grady, Ella Rae, and Connor Foley; sister in law,...

Cleon O. Daniels

Cleon O. Daniels

Mar 4, 2016

Cleon O. Daniels, 98, formerly of Newark Valley, Berkshire and Kings Ferry, passed peacefully away on March 4, 2016. He is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law: Jane and Gerald Youngs, Nancy and Mike Wandall, daughter-in-law, Penny Daniels, sister-in-law, Jeannette Bailey; grandchildren: Timothy (Debra) Youngs, Daniel (Beth) Youngs, Howard (Linda) Harman III, Teresa (Richard) Mansfield, Penny (Dewell) Burton, Lesley...

Norman L. Whittemore

Norman L. Whittemore

Mar 4, 2016

Norman L. Whittemore, Jr., 75, of Newark Valley, left his earthly home and enterd his new life in heaven on March 4, 2016. For the past several years, Norm has faced his many illnesses with a strong faith and a tremendous amount of strength and courage. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife and soulmate of almost...

Charles E. Armstrong

Charles E. Armstrong

Feb 27, 2016

Charles E. Armstrong, 83, of Richford passed away at his home on Feb. 27, 2016 following an illness. He is survived by his loving wife Charlotte K. (Barnhart) Armstrong and his daughter Velvet (Donald) Lyke. Also surviving are his cherished grandchildren: Catherine Lyke, Jessica Casolito, James Scott Swagler; great grandchildren, Julian and Adriana Erickson; sisters: Ethel Smith, Hazel (Larry)...

Beverly J. Whitmarsh

Beverly J. Whitmarsh

Feb 18, 2016

Beverly J. Whitmarsh, 78, of Richford,and formerly of Waverly and Montour Falls, passed away at her home with her family by her side on February 18, 2016. Bev is survived by her children, Walter (Robin) Vandermark, Arthur (Brenda) Vandermark, Lisa (Andrew) Giannio, Tammy Lawton (John) Palmer, daughters-in-law, Mary Vandermark, Darlyne Hartman, sister, Adeline Ryder and her best friend and...

Daniel J. Craft

Daniel J. Craft

Feb 17, 2016

Daniel Danny J. Craft, 67, of Newark Valley, passed away peacefully on Feb. 17, 2016 following a long illness. He was surrounded by his loving family. Danny is survived by his daughters, Nicole Ryan and Kim Craft; grandchildren, Natasha, Kara, Joshua, Tiffani, Charles, Hannah; great-grandchildren, Jasic, Katrina, Kiarra. Also surviving are his siblings: Jim (Lois) Mills, Burt (Pat) Craft,...

Betty J Northrup

Betty J Northrup

Feb 2, 2016

Betty Jane Northrup, R.N., 81, was united with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 2, 2016, passing peacefully with her family by her side. Betty was greeted and welcomed into Heaven by her beloved husband John E. (Jack) Northrup in 2012; cherished son John B Northrup in 1999; and loved daughter-in-law Judy Northrup in 2015. Betty is survived...

Albert T. 'Ted' Hepp Jr.

Albert T. 'Ted' Hepp Jr.

Jan 29, 2016

Albert T. Ted Hepp, Jr., 69, of Berkshire, passed away on January 29, 2016. He is survived by his daughters: Sally (John) Taylor; Brenda Hepp (John Koshak); brother Tom Hepp; special granddaughters: Ashley, Shannon and Megan Taylor; niece Kim Hepp. He was predeceased by his parents Lucy (Chappell) and Albert T. Hepp, Sr., and brother Peter. Albert was a...

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