Bessie L. Gilmore-Wright
Jun 24, 2024
On Monday, June 24, 2024, Bessie L. Wright exited from her physical presence, going home to be with the Lord. She was born Bessie Lee Gilmore in Santee, South Carolina on May 15, 1939 to the late James "Jim" and Rena " Sister" Gilmore. She attended schools in Elloree, SC for her elementary and intermediate educational journey. In her...
Raymond Ross Thielmann
Jun 22, 2024
Raymond Ross Thielmann passed away at home with his loving wife Alice by his side in Elmira, NY on June 22, 2024. He was 78. Ray was born August 15, 1945 in Ortonville, Minnesota and grew up in Wilmot, South Dakota. He joined the United States Navy and became a 2nd class Torpedo man. He met the love of...
Zachary T. Vanhorn
Jun 20, 2024
Zachary T. Vanhorn, Age 21, of Elmira Heights passed away very unexpectedly on June 20, 2024 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira, NY. Zachary was born April 15, 2003 in Elmira and attended Elmira City Schools. Always willing to lend a hand he also worked several jobs around the area, but he really was truly his happiest when he...
Sarah L. Hitchcock
Jun 18, 2024
Sarah l. Hitchcock, a native of Sayre, PA and resident of Wellsburg, NY passed away on June 18, 2024. She was 71 years old.
She was preceded in death by: her parents Robert Hitchcock and Sarah Casterline; and her daughter Cheree Hitchcock.
She is survived by: her grandchildren - Lauren Flick, Kenneth Flick and partner...
Rhoda J. Haven
Jun 18, 2024
Rhoda Joyce Haven was born July19, 1957, in Lowell, Massachusetts to Odis Sr. & Mildred Seals. The Lord deemed timely to call Rhoda from our midst on June 18, 2024.
She attended Thomas Edison High School. After 16 years of service, she recently retired from Automatic Data Processing Company as a Benefits Coordinator for Wage Works in...
Charlotte M. Richardson
Jun 13, 2024
Charlotte M. Richardson, a native of Angelica, NY and resident of Horseheads, NY, passed away on June 13, 2024. She was 86.
She worked as an upholsterer at Gunlocke, a furniture manufacturer in Wayland, NY, but she was an entertainer at heart. Whether she was singing, yodeling or playing (many) instruments, she was always the life of...
William Seymour Jr.
Jun 10, 2024
Seymour, William Jr. age 84 of Elmira, NY passed away surrounded by his loving family Monday June 10th, 2024 at home. He was born May 2nd, 1940 the son of the late William and Gladys (Bellinger) Seymour Sr. Surviving is his loving and devoted wife and friend of 63 years Micki Seymour of Elmira; William (Terri) Seymour of Elmira,...
Ann M Manchester
Jun 4, 2024
Ann M. Manchester, a native of Elmira, NY and resident of Ithica, NY passed away on June 4, 2024. She was 75. Ann spent her career as a nurse, and was an avid reader. She put others before herself in all she did, and was a loving sister and daughter.
Ann was preceded in death by her...
Kathleen Ann Aldrich
May 29, 2024
Kathleen A. Aldrich, aka Kathy and Kitty, passed away Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility, Elmira, New York. Kathleen was born June 28, 1946, in Elmira, New York daughter of the late James G. and Theresa (Rohde) Burdick. Kathleen worked for New York State for 34 years. She worked for the Departments of Taxation &...
Sandra L. Jensen
May 27, 2024
Sandra Lee (Collins) Jensen, a native of Elmira, NY and resident of Pine City, NY, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2024. She was 76 years old.
Sandy was part of the graduating class of Elmira Free Academy in 1966. She had several jobs as a cashier before starting her career as a bank teller at Chemung...
Esther A. Blew
May 22, 2024
Esther A. (Stickler) Blew, a native of South Corning, NY and resident of Elmira, NY passed away on May 22, 2024. She was 94.
Esther was a retired quality control inspector for Thatcher Glass in Elmira Heights. She also served her community by volunteering. She was a talented crocheter, and an avid gardener who was an active...
Ralph S. De Socio, Jr.
May 18, 2024
Ralph S. De Socio, Jr., a native of Elmira, NY and resident of Pine City, NY passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024. He was 90 years old.
He was preceded in death by his parents - Ralph S. De Socio, Sr. and Harriet “Catherine” (Lagonegro) De Socio; his brother Anthony De Socio; and his former wife...
Arlene G. Tobey
May 14, 2024
May 18,1956 - May 14,2024
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Arlene G Tobey, age 67, of Southport, NY passed away with dedicated family and friends by her side Tuesday May 14,2024 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Arlene was born May 18, 1956, to her late parents Glenn & Rosemarie (Adams) Hurd. Arlene was pre-deceased by her elder sister...
Michael J. Hills
May 12, 2024
Michael J. Hills, Age 66, of Southport passed away peacefully on May 12, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Michael was preceded in death by his parents John & Patricia (Mathers) Hills, a sister Kelly Marshall, step-son, Matthew Marshall and several loving family members and friends.
Michael is survived by his loving wife of...
David L. Mosher
May 8, 2024
Mosher, David Lynn 79 of Southport passed away peacefully with his family holding his hand Wednesday, May 8th, 2024 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. David was born in Elmira; July 29th, 1944. The son of the late Robert and Mary (Barrows) Mosher. He is survived by his compassionate and loving wife Dee Mosher of Southport; Sons: Jason(Rainya) Mosher,...
Gail Marie Wandell
May 3, 2024
Gail Marie Wandell, a native and resident of Elmira, NY, passed away suddenly on May 3, 2024. She was 72.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Francis L. Gerow and Ellen (Sherman) Gerow, and her husband Danny Wandell.
She is survived by: her children – John Wandell and wife Jennifer, Hope Root and...
Elizabeth Turner Chilson
May 3, 2024
Elizabeth (Turner) Chilson, a native and resident of Elmira, New York passed away on May 3, 2024. She was 94.
She was preceded in death by: her beloved husband Lawrence Chilson; her parents James and Helen (Sheehan) Turner; her brothers - James Turner and wife Joann and William Turner; her sisters – Maryjane Ruggiero and husband Nellio,...
Jean Ann Lowman
May 2, 2024
Jean Ann Lowman was born December 30, 1934 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Edward J. and Edna (Mooney) Hurley. She passed away at home on May 2, 2024. She was 89.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by: her husband George Lowman, Sr.; her son George Lowman, Jr.; her great-granddaughter...
Gary Alan Galpin
Apr 29, 2024
Elmira - Gary Alan Galpin, aged 63, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024.
Gary was born on August 28, 1960, in Elmira, NY, son of William Aden Galpin and JoAn M. (Park) Galpin. He was married to the love of his life, Tracy L. McDonald-Pazzaglia on October 31, 2002. Gary was a 1978 graduate of the...
Sheila Vondracek
Apr 28, 2024
Sheila M. (Morse) Vondracek, Age 75 of Elmira, NY passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at home. Sheila was born June 12, 1948 in Elmira, NY daughter of the late Clarence and Margaret (Watson) Morse. She was retired from the Palms Restaurant where she enjoyed serving those hungry customers for 20 plus years. Sheila enjoyed playing bingo...
