Obituaries
Crystal Marie Cross
Aug 30, 2025
Crystal Marie Cross, 66, of Owego, passed away on August 30, 2025, following a brief illness. Born on February 27, 1959, to the late Weller H. and Harriet A. (Westgate) Barrett, Crystal's life was a tapestry woven with the joys of family, friends, and commitment to her community.
Crystal will be greatly missed by her husband Kevin D. Cross, her brother...
Bonnie Lee Cron
Aug 27, 2025
We are saddened to announce that on August 27, 2025, our beloved Bonnie Cron passed away unexpectedly at the age of 62. She is predeceased by her father Donald Cron and her brother Eddie Cron.
She is survived by her sister, Patricia (Alan) Hunsinger, and sister Cindy Slater. Nieces, Ashley Hunsinger, Alicia Hunsinger & husband Tony DiGiacomo, Sara Hunsinger. Nephews- Kenny...
Nicole Heaven Walburn
Aug 25, 2025
Nicole Heaven Walburn, affectionately known as Nikki to her loved ones, passed away on August 25, 2025, at the tender age of 17. Born on March 11, 2008, Nikki's life was a vibrant tapestry woven with joy, laughter, and an abundance of love.
She will be greatly missed by her father Jeremiah Weed, her Nana & Poppy Teresa and Roger Walburn,...
Dorothy Cheney
Aug 18, 2025
Dorothy B. Cheney, 91, of Newark Valley, passed away on August 18, 2025. Dorothy, or ‘Dot’ as she was affectionately known by her family and friends, was born on March 4, 1934, a daughter of the late Everett and Theresa (Botting) Burroughs.
She is survived by her loving children: Norman Cheney, Christine Webber, and Jacqueline Schendel, her beloved grandchildren: Dustin, Katie,...
Laurence "Larry" Martin
Aug 17, 2025
Upon answering a divine call to return to the Father, Laurence Ronald “Larry” Martin completed his earthly journey on August, 17 at the age of 58. Born on June 4, 1967 to Ronald Martin and Joyce Plevinsky he lived a life by his own choosing and marked with a commitment of love and loyalty to those close to him.
From an...
Nancy G. Hunt
Aug 17, 2025
Nancy G. Hunt, 83, of Berkshire, passed away on August 17, 2025.
Nancy lived in Berkshire, NY while raising four children, working as a town clerk, town justice, along with being the senior citizen president. Nancy also had an Aeronautical Engineering job at McDonald Douglas. Her position was to sketch planes, design and work with vertical takeoff and landing.
She is survived...
Gary D. Johnson
Aug 16, 2025
Our father, Gary Duane Johnson, left us on August 16 th , 2025. It is with heavy hearts that we bid him farewell, but we are comforted by knowing that he is reunited with his “Effie”. Mom left us only a few weeks ago and no one would dispute that our dad died from a broken heart. Fay was his...
Barbara Henderson
Aug 9, 2025
Barbara "Barb" Henderson, 85, of Newark Valley, passed away on August 9, 2025. Born on August 18, 1939, a daughter of the late Leslie and Loretta (Polley) Daniels. Barb's life was characterized by her caring nature, her infectious sense of humor, and her creative spirit.
Barb is survived by her half-brother, Jim Pitcher; her cherished niece, Polley, and her husband Stephen...
Mary Catherine Johnson
Jul 28, 2025
Mary Catherine Johnson, 81, of Newark Valley, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Ideal Skilled Nursing Care in Endicott, NY.
Affectionately known as “Kay” to her family, she was born on May 20, 1944, to her loving parents, Peter and Nora (Connell) Niznik at Ideal Hospital in Endicott, NY.
A graduate of Newark Valley Central High School Class of 1963,...
Dawn Elaine Kneidinger
Jul 24, 2025
Dawn Elaine Kneidinger
Newark Valley, NY
Dawn E. Kneidinger, 93, of Newark Valley, passed away on July 24, 2025, with her children by her side at the Susquehanna Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Johnson City, NY. Born on August 7, 1931, Dawn was a daughter of the late Edward and Helen (Mayo) Kent Sr. Dawn's love for her family was the cornerstone...
Cora Jean 'Corky' Whitmarsh
Jul 23, 2025
Cora Jean (Shellhammer) Whitmarsh, 91, a longtime resident of Newark Valley, passed away on July 23, 2025, at her home. “Corky,” as she was commonly referred to by her family and friends, was a daughter of the late Joseph A. and Margaret E. (Grove) Shellhammer.
Corky is survived by her loving children, Darlene Bowen, Diane (Stephen) Newbury, Dennis Whitmarsh, and David...
Donald R. Murch
Jul 22, 2025
Donald R. Murch
Of Richford, New York
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Donald R. Murch, 87, of Richford, New York, passed away on July 22, 2025, following a brief illness. Donald was born on January 20, 1938 in Iowa, and was a son of the late John and Ruth (Booher) Murch.
He is survived by his...
Fay S. Johnson
Jul 10, 2025
Our beautiful mother, wife, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend to many, Fay Seal Evans Johnson, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 10th at Mercy House. Affectionately known as ‘Effie’ by her loving husband of 72 years, Gary, our mom was the heart and soul of our family. Fay was a gentle woman with a quiet nature, yet she possessed...
Joan Marie Knapp
Jul 1, 2025
Joan Marie (Barney) Knapp (82), of Newark Valley, NY, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025, after a brief battle with a very rare brain disease. She was born August 24, 1942, in Mexico, NY.
Joan was raised on a family farm where she spent many hours caring for the animals but especially enjoyed training and grooming a Jersey cow for...
Norma Jane DeForest
Jul 1, 2025
Norma Jane (Locke) DeForest
August 8, 1936 – July 1, 2025
Norma J. DeForest, 88, formerly of Newark Valley, passed away on July 1, 2025, at Wilson Regional Medical Center, following a brief illness. Born on August 8, 1936, in South Otselic, New York, Norma was a daughter of the late Clyde and Hazel (Cook) Locke.
She will be greatly missed by her...
Hazel June Sopko
Jun 28, 2025
Hazel June Dunning Signs Sopko
May 23, 1933 – June 28, 2025
It is with deep sorrow, we announce the death of Hazel Sopko, who at the age of 92 joined her Savior in heaven. In her teen years she was a favored Sunday School teacher at the Flemmingville Methodist Church. She lived her faith by trusting Jesus to take care of...
Christina Marie Furman
Jun 25, 2025
Christina Marie Furman, 50, of Opelika, AL, formerly of Owego, NY, passed away on June 25, 2025. Born on April 2, 1975, Christina was a daughter of the late Franklin and Ruth Ann Wheeland.
Christina left behind her husband of 29 years Les Furman, her children Franklin Furman and Nicholas Furman, her siblings Steven Mattscheck, Tracey (Don Jr.) Swansbrough, Melissa Wheeland,...
Dillon Lawrence Stevens
Jun 23, 2025
Dillon Lawrence Stevens
AKA: Dilly, Pickles, and Big D
Dillon Lawrence Stevens was born on August 14, 1999, and unexpectedly left us heartbroken on the morning of June 23rd, 2025. He is survived by his parents, Bobbijo (Holcomb) and Heath Hines. He also leaves behind his brothers Nicholas, Eric, and Anthony, along with several Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. While we would love...
Joyce Ann Czerenda
Jun 22, 2025
Joyce Ann Czerenda, 70, of Berkshire, NY, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025. Born on February 28, 1955, Joyce lived a life grounded in love, guided by faith, and defined by an extraordinary compassion for everyone around her. She is now reunited in peace with her loving parents Rudolph and Florence (Owens) Indick, her son Carl Joseph Czerenda, and...
Judith L. Mayer
Jun 14, 2025
Judith L. Mayer, affectionately known as Judy to her friends and family, passed away peacefully at her home on June 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 14, 1952, in Endicott, NY, Judy was a beacon of light to all who knew her, and her presence will be deeply missed.
Judy was a proud graduate of Newark Valley...
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