Obituaries

Sep 4, 2024

Lorraine K. (VanHouten) VanHorn, Age 79 of Hopkins Street, Southport, NY passed away at home with her loving family at her side. Lorraine was born April 21, 1945 in Elmira daughter of the late Willis and Lousie (Paulman) VanHouten. She was retired from St. Joseph’s Hospital where she worked in the Central Supply Department. She was a member of...

Sep 2, 2024

Constance Jean (Lowe) Jones, Age 77 of Painted Post, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2024 at ELCOR Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Connie was born January 8, 1947 in Elmira, NY daughter of the late Wellington Jr. and Jean (Myers) Lowe. She was a graduate of Southside High School Class of 1965. She was married on July 23, 1966...

Aug 27, 2024

Linda L. Easton, a native of Columbus, OH and a resident of Erin, NY, passed away on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024. She was 63 years old.

Linda retired several years ago and since then dedicated her time to caring for her husband and family. She was a fabulous baker who expressed her love by sharing her delicious...

Aug 23, 2024

Deborah Marie Weston, age 63, of Moyock, NC, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on May 24, 1961 in Elmira, NY, Deborah was the cherished daughter of Harry and Helen (Harrington) Bennett and the eldest daughter of their seven children. A proud graduate of Elmira Free...

Aug 22, 2024

Nancy J. Craig, Age 51, of Wellsburg, New York, passed away Wednesday, August 22, 2024, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Nancy was born February 18, 1973, in Elmira, the daughter of the late Charlie Sullivan and Shirley (Miller) Sullivan who survives. Nancy graduated from Southside High School and married Martin Craig on February 1, 2005. Nancy was employed...

Aug 14, 2024

Kem E.  “Klutch” Burgett, Age 67, of Southport, NY passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Klutch was born August 1, 1957 in Elmira son of the late Earl and Bonnalyn L. (Marlatt) Burgett. Following graduation from high school Klutch joined the US Navy and served from 1976 to 1979 aboard the USS Valdez....

Aug 13, 2024

Kimberly Ann (Robertson) Bolt, Age 62, of Elmira, NY, passed away peacefully at home on August 13, 2024. Kim was born August 14, 1961, in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late William and Nadine (Early) Robertson. She graduated from Southside High School and on November 15, 1986, she was married to Michael F. Bolt. Kim was employed as...

Aug 8, 2024

Genevieve (Hewitt) McWhorter, a native of Mosherville, PA and long-time resident of Pine City, NY passed away on August 8, 2024. She was 98 years old. “Gen” was a proud home maker who dedicated her life to caring for her family. She expressed her love through cooking and baking. Gen was especially well-known for her fudge, pies, and jellies....

Aug 7, 2024

Roxanne Corey, a native and resident of Elmira, NY passed away on August 7, 2024. She was 61 years old and lost her battle with cancer.

Roxanne was a mother figure to many. She was always willing to offer advice or a helping hand when she could. She loved to socialize with friends, but most of all...

Aug 3, 2024

Henry S. Hubschmitt, Age 79, of the Town of Horseheads, NY passed away Saturday, August 3, 2024 at the Corning Guthrie Hospital. Henry was born October 25, 1944 in Passaic, NJ son of the late Elbert and Lillian (Goodell) Hubschmitt. He enlisted in the US Army in 1964, served his country in the Vietnam War, and was honorably discharged...

Aug 1, 2024

Norman E. Vinsek, Age 71, of Millerton, PA passed away August 1, 2024 at the Broad Acres Nursing Facility in Wellsboro, PA. Norman was born September 5, 1952 in Elmira, NY son of the late Donald E. and Janis (Everett) Vinsek. Following graduation form school he worked as a self-employed carpenter. He was an avid outdoorsman enjoying hunting and...

Jul 28, 2024

Daniel Joseph French, a native and resident of Elmira, NY, passed away suddenly on July 28, 2024. He was just 40 years old.

Danny lead a colorful life. Born in Sayre, PA, he grew up in Elmira, attending Southside High School. He went on to work in the cafeteria at Elmira College, and then on to other...

Jul 26, 2024

Michael Anthony Ziegler, a native and resident of Elmira, NY passed away on July 26, 2024. He was 66 years old. He loved his family and friends, and had a soft spot for cats. He enjoyed spending time hunting and fishing, and would proudly share his deer meat. He also loved sitting on his front porch on a sunny...

Jul 23, 2024

It is with profound sadness to share the passing of Walter J. Farrell III, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He left us on July 23, 2024 at the age of 69, surrounded by his loving family in the comfort of his home. He was one of the good guys of this world and will truly be missed...

Jul 17, 2024

Wayne J. Sowers, Age 90, of Elmira, Passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at home with his loving family at his side. Wayne was born September 20, 1933 in Elmira, NY, son of the late Wayne N. and Audrey (Bartlett) Sowers. He was a graduate of Elmira City Schools and was married to the former Alice (Bannon) Sowers on...

Jul 15, 2024

Kenneth James Szymanski, born February 25, 1957 at Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City, NY, went to be with the Lord on July 15, 2024. He was 67.

Kenneth was preceded in death by: his parents James Szymanski and Wanda Williamson; his grandparents Alston and Vivian McDonald; grandmother Susanna Szymanski; and several aunts and uncles.

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Jul 13, 2024

Robert Allen Abernathy, a native of Lockport, NY passed away unexpectedly on July 13, 2024 in Elmira, NY. He was 56.

Born September 28, 1967 to the late Martin L. and Evelyn B. (Mullen) Abernathy, Robert grew up in Lockport. He took great pride in being a resident of the “West End” (specifically on Bacon Street). As...

Jul 13, 2024

Katherine E. Beach, of Wellsburg, NY passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 13, 2024 while at home with her loving husband Delbert by her side. She was 75.

Katherine was the daughter of the late George H. Wead and Eva (Henyon) Fowler, born at the Arnot Ogden Hospital on May 27, 1949.

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Jul 11, 2024

Rose L. Wilcox, a native of Little Meadows, PA and resident of Elmira Heights, NY passed away on July 11, 2024. She was 60 years old.

Rose worked in the bakery and as a cashier for several local grocery stores, including Weis and Walmart. She was a long-time member of Oakwood United Methodist Church, and was a...

Jul 11, 2024

Carol J. Smith, a native of Rock Stream, NY and resident of Newfield, NY passed away peacefully in her sleep at age 93 on July, 11, 2024.

Carol was born November 26, 1930 and grew up in the small town of Rock Stream on a small farm.  In her youth, she played flute and piano, and hoped...