Obituaries

Oct 17, 2026

Nelson N. Niles

Age 58, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2026. He was born in Elmira, NY on August 27, 1968, to the late Dennis Niles and Teresa Niles Myers. He was predeceased by his brother, DJ Niles, nephew, Alan Stevens and brother-in-law, John Terrio. Nelson is survived by his fiancé, Christine Allwood; daughter, Danielle Santulli; stepchildren,...

Oct 15, 2026

Arlan F. Tuttle

Age 65, of Elmira Heights, NY, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was born in Elmira, NY on June 5, 1961, to the late Gerald Tuttle and Geraldine Peters. Arlan is survived by his wife of 38 years, Darcy (Campbell) Tuttle; children, Christopher (Lindsy) Tuttle,...

Oct 11, 2026

Reta E. Bennett

Age 73, of Elmira, NY, passed away surrounded by her family on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born on August 26, 1953, in Elmira, NY to the late Adelbert and Helen Bennett. Reta is survived by her longtime companion Arthur Tadder; children, Thomas (Courtney Swayze) Martin, Patricia Martin, Christopher (Kelly Loysch)...

Oct 8, 2026

Kevin was predeceased by his parents, James & Evelyn West; brothers, James & Paul West; sister Dawn West, and his son, Jeffery West.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Shari West; daughter Danielle (Richard) Dassance; sister Penny West, and several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

He was closest to his nephew James West; nieces Jamy (Angelica) Perciballi and Serena...

Oct 6, 2026

Philip A. Tangorre

“Tony”

Age 95, of Horseheads, NY, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was born on December 6, 1930, in Elmira, NY to the late Salvatore and Antoinette Tangorre. Tony was predeceased by his wife, Angeline Tangorre, son, Paul Tangorre and brothers, Vito, Phillip and Frank Tangorre. He is survived by his...

Oct 5, 2026

Wilma A. Barone

Age 90, of Elmira Heights, NY, passed away on Monday, October 5, 2026, at home. She was born on November 4, 1935, in Burlington, PA to the late Earl and Laura (Alexader) Slater. Wilma was predeceased by her husband, Leon Barone and sons, Richard and Albert Barone. She is survived by her sons, Kenneth Barone, Brian (Vicki) Barone,...

Sep 27, 2026

In Memory of

Debbie Markell Baker

June 16, 1956 - September 27,2026

Debbie Markell Baker, passed away on September 27, 2026, after a short

illness. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Chuck, of Odessa, New York;

her daughter, Doris Davis, and Doris's husband, Rick, of Dundee, New

York; and her son, Charles, of Horseheads, New York. She dearly loved

and adored her four grandchildren:...

Sep 24, 2026

Israel H. Cruz Jr.

Age 62, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was born on July 10, 1964, in Brooklyn, NY to the late Israel Cruz Sr. and Helen (Gruer) Court. He was predeceased by his brother, Robert Court and significant other, Tammy Squires. Israel is survived by his children, Anthony Cruz, Tyler...

Sep 22, 2026

Mary E. Cook

Age 92, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. She was born on November 26, 1933, in Elmira, NY to the late Arthur and Grace Cook. Mary is survived by her sons, Eugene Cook and Rick (Kim) Cook; daughters, Jacquelyn Carpenter and Karen (Wayne Patno); brothers, John Cook and Arthur Cook; grandchildren, Michelle, Kathryn and...

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...