Obituaries

Jun 5, 2023

Mary E. Thompson,71, a creative and compassionate soul, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2023 at the Athens Health and Rehab Nursing Home. Mary was born on January 14, 1952, in Waverly, NY a daughter of the late Laurence and Annetta (Merrill) Turner. Mary spent her life touching the lives of others through her love of crafts,...

Jun 3, 2023

Merle U. Prentice, Jr, 82, of Newark Valley, NY, passed away peacefully on Saturday June 3, 2023, with his family by his side. He was born on May 6, 1941. He was predeceased by his parents Merle Sr and Violet Prentice, and sisters Sandy Warren and Lois Hollister. Merle is survived by his daughter Laura and son-in-law Tom Panella;...

Jun 2, 2023

Michael E. Harbac Jr., 80, of Newark Valley, passed away on June 2, 2023 following an extended period of declining health. Mike was born on Jan. 26, 1943 a son of the late Michael E. Sr. and Margaret Harbac. Mike is survived by his sons: Dale (Linsey) Harbac, David (Julie) Orchard and Greg Streck. He was a proud and...

May 28, 2023

Charles E. Hoskins, Jr., 80, of Newark Valley, passed away on May 28,  2023 following a long illness.  Charles was predeceased by his parents Charles and Catherine Hoskins his wife Joann and his son William G Hoskins.  He is survived by his son Larry Hoskins,   Funeral services were privately held.  MacPherson Funeral Home provided caring assistance.  Memories and condolences...

May 25, 2023

Gale E. Peabody of Newark Valley, NY has entered into his eternal life on May 25, 2023. Gale was born on December 31, 1937 in Endicott, NY to the late Fayette and Dorothy Peabody. He was a graduate of Vestal High School Class of 1957 and proudly served his country in the US Air Force from 1955-1959. Gale was...

May 18, 2023

James "Moose" Ward

of Newark Valley

Jim I. Ward, affectionately called "Moose" for many, many years passed away on May 18, 2023, following an illness.  He was 72 years old.

Jim was born in Waverly, NY a son of the late Irvin and Mary (Cameron) Ward.

He...

May 15, 2023

Scott Yetter, 63, of Newark Valley, passed away on May 15, surrounded by close family members. He was predeceased by his parents Shirley (Lawton) and Stuart Yetter, Sr.; uncles Dale Yetter, Lawrence Yetter, and Eldred Conklin; and his beloved dog Captain. He is survived by sons Eric Yetter (Sarah Reid) and Douglas Yetter; granddaughter Ruthanne Yetter; brothers Stuart Yetter,...

May 14, 2023

Yvonne J. Rich, 69, of Newark Valley, passed away on May 14, 2023 after a brief illness.  Abiding with Yvonne's wishes, services will be private. MacPherson Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.

May 14, 2023

Darryl L Sherwood, 81, of Newark Valley, passed away on May 14, 2023 following a brief illness.

Darryl is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Barbara Sherwood, his son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Michelle Sherwood, his daughter, Lorri Maloney and his adored grandchildren Morgan (Kyle) Williams, Madison Sherwood, Jonathon Sherwood, Joseph Sherwood; nieces and nephews....

May 9, 2023

Kenneth L Brame, 80, a lifelong resident of the Berkshire and Richford area, passed away on May 9, 2023 following a period of declining health

Kenn was born in Berkshire a son of the late Clair and Alice Brame. He was also predeceased by his son Jeff Brame and brother Howard. He is survived by his daughters...

May 8, 2023

David J. “Lowdy” Lowdermilk, a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, showed up in heavenly realms on May 8, 2023, at the age of 85. Born in Aliquippa, PA, Dave spent his life spreading kindness accompanied by a refreshing wit, bringing his special brand of goodness to everyone around him.

Dave is survived...

May 6, 2023

Richard J Collins, 86, of Barton, passed away at his home on May 6, 2023, following a period of declining health. He is survived by his wife, Valeria (Marosa) Collins, his children: Michael Collins, Frederick (Christine) Collins, and Patricia (Chad) Brown; stepchildren: Laszlo Matos, Jr, Erica (Mike) Struble; siblings: Kenneth Collins and Joan Kroboth; his cherished grandchildren: Amy (Joe)...

Apr 25, 2023

Karl K. Wood, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Newark Valley, NY, on April 25, 2023. Born on April 19, 1960, in Montrose, PA, Karl was a dedicated family man with a wacky sense of humor who brought joy to everyone he met.

Karl is survived by...

Apr 23, 2023

Julie D. (Karl) Jordan, a loving and creative soul, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2023, in Sayre, PA, just shy of her 50th birthday. Born on April 26, 1973, in Johnson City, NY, Julie will be remembered for always carrying a smile with her.

Julie will be forever missed by her family, she is...

Apr 12, 2023

Fred G. Kiechle passed away April 12, 2023, at the age of 81. Fred was born March 20, 1942, in Utica, NY to Fred Ludwig Kiechle and Mildred Lobdell Kiechle. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Marcia Kiechle, two sons, Fred A. (Karen) Kiechle and Matt W. (Nadia) Kiechle, granddaughter Alexandria Park, brother-in-law Marvin (Theata) Miller,...

Apr 11, 2023

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Robert C. DeForest, Jr., formerly of Newark Valley passed away peacefully on April 11, 2023, at his home in Endwell, NY, at the age of 88. Bob or Coach, as he was affectionately known was born on February 23, 1935, in Mount Upton, NY. Bob was...

Apr 4, 2023

Evelyn Mae (Tull) Martin, 97, of Berkshire, NY passed away peacefully at her home of 78 years on April 4, 2023. She was born on June 9, 1925 in Maine, NY to the late DeVer and Lona (Lindsey) Tull. Evelyn was predeceased by her devoted husband, Robert Louis Martin, and her son, Robert Edward Martin. She was also predeceased...

Mar 29, 2023

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Broderick Milton Hines, the bravest boy we were blessed to know has passed away at the age of 17 after his latest difficult battle with Medulloblastoma. Brody was first diagnosed at the age of 8, then at 10, then at 14, and finally at 16. He put on...

Mar 26, 2023

Marvin Thomas "Tom" McNeil passed away peacefully at home on March 26, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Tom was born in Endicott, NY to Marvin and Betty (Glann) McNeil on January 10, 1942. He attended Newark Valley Central Schools and graduated from Mohawk Valley Technical Institute in Utica. Tom was a devoted husband to his loving wife of...

Mar 15, 2023

Lillian R. Tuttle ("Aunt Wink"), 88, of Newark Valley passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, March 15, 2023 at her home. Lillian was born on May 22, 1934 in Endicott one of 21 children to John "Chet" and Christine Lunn. A loving wife, mother, grandmother Lillian treasured her family. She had a heart of gold and shared her love...