Obituaries

Dec 9, 2023

Betty Holcomb, 79, a longtime resident of Harford Mills, passed away on December 9, 2023, at her home surrounded by family. Born on April 1, 1944, Betty was the daughter of the late Franklin and Carolyn (Nelson) Baker.

Betty is survived by her loving children: Juanita “Abby” (Ronald) Birdsall, Annette Thayer, Lucinda “Cindy” (David) Hunt,...

Dec 7, 2023

Wallace “Wally” E. Armstrong Sr., of Richford, passed away on December 7, 2023, at the age of 68 following a brief illness. Born on May 27, 1955, Wallace was the son of the late Duane and Murle (Curtis) Armstrong. Wallace grew into a man whose love for the outdoors was as vast as the landscapes he so often explored....

Dec 3, 2023

Donna D. Wandell, 67, a beacon of laughter and selflessness, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2023, surrounded in the love of her family. Born on January 28, 1956 a daughter of late Ferris and Beverly (Bird) Kithcart, Donna's life was marked by her unwavering dedication to her loved ones and her ability to bring joy to every room...

Nov 26, 2023

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Catherine “Cathy” M. Romano, 91, of Berkshire, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2023 at Mercy House in Endicott. Born on October 27, 1932, one of ten children of the late Carl and Katherine (Zucker) Kuhrt, Cathy spent her life creating a warm and loving home,...

Nov 15, 2023

Wesley C. Hines, widely known and loved as Wes, passed away on November 15, 2023. Born on February 1, 1956, in Ithaca, NY to the late William G. and Alice (Curtis) Hines, Wes lived a life characterized by his adventurous spirit, and his handy skills.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Sarah,...

Nov 10, 2023

Lester L. Cornell, 92, a longtime resident of Berkshire, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023. Lester was born on March 17, 1931, a son of the late Floyd Cornell and Anna Belle Barton.

Lester is survived by his children: Connie (Lee Foland) Cornell, Robert E. (Kim) Cornell, and John P. Cornell, grandchildren: Amber (Megan)...

Nov 8, 2023

Ronnie L. Craft, 63, of Newark Valley, NY went to be with the Lord on November 8, 2023 after battling a brief illness. Ronnie was born on December 18, 1959, a son of the late James and Esther (Carman) Craft.

Ronnie is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years, Michelle and his three daughters:...

Nov 4, 2023

Richard ‘Dick’ Nevel, of Harford, NY, peacefully passed away on November 4,

2023. Born on July 17, 1932, a son of the late William and Lena (Whitesall)

Nevel.

Dick is survived by his children: Sharon (David) Brame, Debra (Ronald)

Talcott, JoAnn (Mike) Pierce, Richard ‘Ricky’ (Brenda) Nevel, Mary (Ron)

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Nov 3, 2023

Dorris L. Rabenstein, 95, formerly of Berkshire, NY, passed away on November 3, 2023 at Vestal Park Nursing Facility. Dorris was born on October 21, 1928 in the town of Caroline, NY and was the daughter of the late Alfred and Hazel (Weedling) Couts.

In addition to her parents, Dorris was preceded in death by...

Oct 28, 2023

Donna F. Kline, 60, of Newark Valley, passed away suddenly at her home on Saturday October 28, 2023.

Donna was born on June 12, 1963, to Faye (McMillion) Howard and the late James Howard in Washington D.C. On May 30, 1992, she married her best friend Albert and together shared 31 years of marriage. She was a...

Oct 22, 2023

Sam M. Chopiak, 88, a life-long resident of Newark Valley, passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at his home. Sam was born on November 4, 1934, to the late Peter and Katherine (Wasylysyln) Chopiak and throughout his life, he would devote himself to his community and the land he loved.

Sam was a man...

Oct 15, 2023

Gerald “Jerry” Franklin Bowen, 93, a longtime and well-known former resident of Newark Valley, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2023, in Zephyrhills, Florida. Born on April 28, 1930, to the late Walter and Clarinda Bowen, Jerry lived a life filled with adventure and unmatched love for the outdoors.

Jerry was a proud U.S. Army...

Oct 13, 2023

Phoenyx Rosaleena Buchanan, a beacon of courage and strength, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2023, due to a congenital heart defect. She was born only a month prior, on September 10, 2023, to loving parents Janine (Matarazzo) and Robert "Bobby" Buchanan. Despite the brevity of her time on this earth, her impact was profound.

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Sep 28, 2023

John E. Adams, 82, of Berkshire (Speedsville), NY, passed away on September 28, 2023 following an illness.

John or “Trapper” as he was affectionately known, was born on October 30, 1940, in Brooklyn, NY to John and Mary (Stetz) Adams, Sr. In 1958 John answered the call to service and was enlisted in the U.S....

Sep 26, 2023

Wayne E Snapp, 73, a life-long, well known and respected dairy farmer from Newark Valley, passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 following an illness. Wayne will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 51 years, Linda (Messersmith) Snapp, his devoted children, William and wife Ellen Snapp and Bonnie Snapp; his cherished grandson, Jacob and wife Alyssa Snapp,...

Sep 23, 2023

William “Bill” Langley, 75, of Owego, formerly of Candor and Maine NY, passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2023 following a brief illness.

Bill was born on June 15, 1948 in Staten Island, NY a son of the late Thomas and Marie (Morro) Langley. He was also predeceased by his great grandmother, Rose Morro with whom he...

Sep 21, 2023

Gary W. Edwards of Maine, NY

Gary W. Edwards, 76, a proud veteran, devoted family man, and beloved member of his community, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2023, in Cleveland, Ohio. Born on June 3, 1947 in Johnson City, NY, Gary was a son of the late William Wallace and Martha Edwards. He was...

Sep 14, 2023

Mary P. Edsall, 96, a long-time resident of Newark Valley, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2023. She was born on February 2, 1927 in Hackensack, New Jersey. Mary’s life was marked by her unwavering faith, her devotion to her family, and her commitment to her community.

Mary was a beloved figure in the Newark Valley Central...

Sep 12, 2023

Carol L. Signs, 67, passed away unexpectedly on September 12, 2023, following an automobile accident. She was born on January 3, 1956, the daughter of the late Derwin and Marjorie (Fuller) Taber.

Carol was an exceptional woman who dedicated her life to the service of others. Her career as a Licensed Practical Nurse spanned 45...

Sep 5, 2023

Lena May Shaff, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 following a period of declining health. Born on June 9, 1954, she was a daughter of the late Richard and Ida (Mills) Carman.

Known for her nurturing spirit, Lena was a devoted homemaker who took immense pride in...