Obituaries

Aug 26, 2026

Tina M. Curkendall

Age 64, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Wednesday August 26, 2026, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born on December 27, 1961, in Elmira, NY to the late William and Jean (Haynes) Curkendall. Tina was predeceased by her brothers, Christopher and William Curkendall Jr.; sisters, Crystal and Carmen Curkendall and nephew, Ronald Giggee. She is...

Aug 25, 2026

Susie Bevilacqua Carozza

Age 93, passed away on August 25, 2026, after an extended stay at St. Joseph’s Skilled Nursing Facility. She was born on August 16, 1933, to the late Anthony and Angelina (Louise) Bevilacqua. She retired after 25 years as a Teachers Aide at Booth School. Susie was predeceased by her husband of 50 plus years, Michael J. Carozza...

Aug 22, 2026

Alexis M. Dyer

Age 30, of Elmira, NY, passed away very unexpectedly on Saturday, August 22, 2026. She is survived by her children, Anthony Swain and Za'Mia Jackson; father, Philip Gush; mother, Kimberly Frey; sister, Kelly Gush Proctor; brothers, Jeffrey Gush, Dain Reese, Kaydon Frey and Cody Frey; grandparents, Brenda Frey and Steve Frey; grandmother, Sandy Gush; aunt, Miranda Frey; great...

Aug 21, 2026

Sherman L. Martin Sr.

Age 66, of Elmira, NY, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, August 21, 2026. He was born in Elmira, NY on January 23, 1960, to the late Sherman H. and Shirley (Wood) Martin. Sherman is survived by his sons, Sherman Martin Jr. (Jennifer Perry) and Shawn (Nickie) Martin; daughter, Emily Kuhnel; brother, Tracy Martin; sisters, Sheila...

Aug 15, 2026

In Loving Memory Janice Alene Savino born on December 3, 1934, a beloved mother, wife, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas, her son Robert, her parents and several beloved siblings and family members. She is survived by her son David (Leah); sister Carol Weston (John); brother Glenn...

Aug 14, 2026

Dixie Groom Molina

Age 75, of Elmira, NY, passed away peacefully in Orlando FL, on August 14, 2026. Born in Elmira, NY, Dixie was the beloved daughter of the late Albert and Virginia Groom. She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant and later as a Resident Assistant at a safe house for victims of domestic violence. Her compassion, strength, and concern...

Aug 14, 2026

Mae Frances Aponte

Age 84, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026, after a fine fight, her body finally tired out and she fell asleep peacefully at home, surrounded by her loved ones. Mae Frances was born on August 5, 1942, in Dublin, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Mildred Washington and Esco Smith Sr. Mae...

Aug 11, 2026

Drake, James H.

(Jim)

Age 76, of Horseheads, NY, passed away at home on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. He was born in Elmira, NY on February 4, 1950, to the late Harold and Agnes (Malanoski) Drake. He was predeceased by his brother, John Drake. James is survived by his daughters, Jessica (Joshua) Peaslee and Jennifer (Daniel) Tomasulo and their mother, Theresa Drake;...

Jul 12, 2026

Jun 26, 2026

David Eric Cummings

July 22, 1957 – June 26, 2026

David Eric Cummings, age 68, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026. Born on July 22, 1957, David was a man dedicated to his family, his country, and his community.

A proud graduate of Elmira Free Academy (EFA), Class of 1975, David was an avid athlete during his youth, excelling in both wrestling...

Jun 23, 2026

Robert L. Greth

Age 65, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. He was born on July 5, 1960, in Elmira, NY to the late Charles and Letha Greth. Robert was predeceased by his wife, Geraldine Greth, sister, Sheila Greth and brother-in-law, Richard Clugstone. He is survived by his sister, Jennifer Clugstone; brother, Charles Greth Jr.; nieces, Peggy...

Jun 15, 2026

Jun 14, 2026

Marjorie Ann Rice

Age 82, of Elmira, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 14, 2026. She was born on June 28, 1943, to the late Francis and Marjorie Quimby. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Larry Rice; three sons, James, Frederick and Charles; daughter, Mary; sister, Diana and son-in-law, Ricky Hall. Marjorie lived a life filled with love, faith and...

Jun 10, 2026

Shirley Jean (Swanson) Cashmere peacefully passed from this earthly life into her heavenly home on June 10, 2026, following a brief illness, while surrounded by her loving children.

Shirley leaves behind a legacy of unwavering faith, enduring strength, and boundless love for her family. Despite living with a lifelong bone disease that brought many challenges and eventually confined her to a...

Jun 3, 2026

C. Laverne Brown"Vern"

Age 91, 0f Elmira Heights, NY passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Vern was born in Elmira on March 14, 1935, son of the late Russell and Evelyn (Vanders) Brown. Vern served his country in the United States Army and retired from Ivy Street Development Corporation after many years of service. He was...

May 25, 2026

In memory of our sister, Jennifer Carlson age 57 who lost her battle with MDS. Jennifer is survived by her sisters, Michele, Candace, Pamela, and brother Karl. She was predeceased by her parents, Karl Carlson Sr. and Beverly Clark. Jennifer also leaves behind the love of her life, Ricky Callas who shared her love of Darien Lake and baseball, attending...

May 17, 2026

age 79, passed away on May 17, 2026 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. Jim was born in Elmira, NY on October 11, 1946, son of the late Serfino and Serfina (Monterrossa) Minotti. Predeceased by his brothers, Louis, Vincent and wife, Jacqueline, and just recently twin brother, Joseph. Jim retired from FedEx after many years of service. Survived by his...

Apr 29, 2026

Apr 28, 2026

Robert L. Henry

Age 96, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Tuesday. April 28, 2026, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was born on July 28, 1929, in Buffalo, NY to the late Roy and Dorothy Henry. He was predeceased by his wife, Mary Henry, grandson, Mikie Phillips, brothers, Jack and Donald Henry and sisters, Marge Copp, Jean Wiedmann and...

Apr 23, 2026

Margaret D. Whitford

"Peggy"

With heavy hearts the family shares the passing of Margaret. Age 85, of Horseheads, NY passed away on April 23, 2026, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY surrounded by her family. Peggy was born in Elmira on August 9, 1940, daughter of the late John and Agnes (Smith) Rathbun. Peggy was a lifelong...