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Sandra E. White

Sandra E. White

Feb 4, 2023

White, Sandra E. Age 71, of Elmira, NY passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 4, 2023 at home with her family by her side. Sandra was born in Elmira, NY on April 4, 1951 to the late Michael and Jeanne (Burdick) Pronti. Sandra was predeceased by her husband, Gary White, siblings, Thomas, Anne, Mark, Edward Pronti and James Boice. Sandra...

Gordon R. Squire

Gordon R. Squire

Jan 30, 2023

Squire, Gordon R. Age 69, 0f Roosevelt Ave., Bath, NY, passed away on January 30, 2023 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was predeceased by his wife, Hannah Squire, parents, June and Lynn Squire and brother John Squire. Gordon is survived by his sisters, Linda (Mike) Griffin of Painted Post, Judy Barthoff of Bath and Jane (Mike) Hiffman of...

Patricia A. Kissell

Patricia A. Kissell

Jan 24, 2023

Kissell, Patricia A. Age 86, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at home with her family by her side. She was born on July 2, 1936 in Elmira, NY to the late Ernest and Grace Ann (Cook) Burdick. Patricia was predeceased by her husband, Robert Kissell, son, Bernard Kissell, brothers, David Burdick, William Burdick, Richard Burdick...

Karen L. Fraboni

Karen L. Fraboni

Jan 12, 2023

Fraboni, Karen L. Age 59, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was predeceased by her mother, Mary Fraboni. Karen is survived by her children, Desiree, Trevor and Jocelyn; grandchildren, Ci'Mone, Melanie, Maya, Jaydin and Miracle; great-grandson, Kay'ne. Karen received her bachelors degree in human services and she cared for...

Gary W. Smith

Gary W. Smith

Jan 8, 2023

Smith, Gary W. Age 69, of Elmira Heights, NY, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2023 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was born in Elmira, NY on March 6, 1953. Gary was predeceased by his father, Lawrence Smith. He is survived by his mother, Beverly Smith; daughters, Victoria (Jesse) Grover and Jennifer (Bill) Evans; brothers, Larry (Ann) Smith...

Pauline M. Reid

Pauline M. Reid

Jan 3, 2023

REID, Pauline M. “Together Again” Age 99, of Elmira, NY passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at the Elcor Nursing Facility in Horseheads, NY. Pauline was born in East Towanda, PA on February 11, 1923, daughter of the late Andrew Sr. and Lillian (Ackley) Marshall. Pauline was also predeceased by her husband, Carl in 1970. Pauline was an...

Ronald S. Johnson

Ronald S. Johnson

Jan 2, 2023

Johnson, Ronald S. Age 53, of Big Flats, NY passed away on Monday, January 2, 2023. Ronald was born in Elmira, NY on December 10, 1969, son of Gary and Carol (Walburn) Johnson. Ronald served his country in the US Army during Desert Storm. He loved NASCAR (Dale Earnhardt), Hunting, 4-Wheeling, Snowmobiling, Pittsburgh Steelers and just sitting by a warm...

Lucy A. Kamas

Lucy A. Kamas

Dec 29, 2022

Kamas, Lucy A. Age 98, of Horseheads, NY, passed away on Thursday, December 29, 2022 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born on July 7, 1924 in Newfield, NY to the late August and Angeline (Terranzzi) Tudi. She was predeceased by her husband, John Kamas and several brothers and sisters. Lucy is survived by her sons, Daniel (Patti)...

William J. Wigsten

William J. Wigsten

Dec 19, 2022

William J. Wigsten, (67), of Cayuta, New York, died on December 19, 2022. William, fondly known as Jere, was born to Paul and Josephine Wigsten, on October 28, 1955, in Elmira, New York. He was predeceased by his parents, and his loving wife of 38 years, Kathy Wigsten. Jere was a brilliant engineer who graduated with Highest Distinction from Corning...

Marlena M. Guerrero

Marlena M. Guerrero

Dec 18, 2022

Guerrero, Marlena M. Age 67, of Athens, PA went to be with her Lord on Sunday, December 18, 2022 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. Marlena was born in Elmira, NY on February 28, 1955, daughter of the late Ramon and Essie (Mills) Guerrero. Marlena is survived by her children, Chanel Colon and Carlo (Cindy) Guerrero; grandchildren, Malachi,...

Carol L. Barone

Carol L. Barone

Dec 8, 2022

BARONE, Carol L. Age 72, of Horseheads, NY passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2022 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. Carol was born in Elmira on January 18, 1950. Carol worked for Sam's Club in Big Flats for many years and was a crossing guard for the Elmira School District for 3 years. Carol is survived...

Rita H. Westervelt

Rita H. Westervelt

Nov 28, 2022

Westervelt, Rita H. Age 99, of Horseheads, NY, passed away on Monday, November 28, 2022. She was born on September 1, 1923 in Elmira, NY to the late William and Florence Harter. Rita was predeceased by her husband, Arnold Westervelt, grandson, Cammy MacDonell and 3 sisters and 1 brother. She is survived by her children, Judy (Lewis Clearwater) Symonds, Bonnie...

Ernest L. Shaut

Ernest L. Shaut

Nov 18, 2022

SHAUT, Ernest, L. Age 80, of Caton, NY passed away peacefully on Friday, November 18, 2022. Ernest was born in Bath, NY on December 23, 1941, son of the late Ward and Lenora (Lyke) Shaut. Ernest is survived by his loving wife, Marilyn; children, Corrina Sullwood, Leigh Gaston and Sara Palmer; stepchildren, William (Michele) Dickinson, Robert (Marie) Dickinson and Marcia...

Theresa M. Olmstead

Theresa M. Olmstead

Nov 16, 2022

Theresa M. Olmstead Theresa Marie (Bacon) Olmstead, 70, of Horseheads, died Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022, at her home. She was born Jan. 21, 1952, in Elmira, the daughter of John C. And Orella Bacon. Theresa attended Elmira Free Academy and Corning Community College and retired after 30 years of nursing at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. She is survived by...

Jacob H. Querry

Jacob H. Querry

Nov 10, 2022

QUERRY, Jacob H. Age 24, of Elmira, NY passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 10, 2022. Jacob was born on February 23, 1998, son of Michael and Michelle (Popp) Querry. Jacob is survived by his parents, sisters, Lisa Querry and Melissa (Michael) Terris; brother, Michael J. Querry; nieces and nephews, Kayla, Olivia, Sophia, Michael, Emberlyn, Deshawn, Isaiah, and Angenora; Additionally,...

Alvin H. Miller

Alvin H. Miller

Nov 4, 2022

Miller, Alvin H. Age 58, a resident of Elcor Health Services, passed away on Friday, November 4, 2022 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was born on February 3, 1964 in Elmira, NY to the late LaFayette Sr. and Claribel (Cook) Miller. He was predeceased by his brother, LaFayette Miller Jr. Alvin is survived by his sisters, Patricia Beemer,...

Lula Givens

Lula Givens

Oct 28, 2022

GIVENS, Lula Age 93, went to be with her Lord on Friday, October 28, 2022. Lula was born in Waynesboro, GA on June 10, 1929, daughter of the late John and Mabel (Rainy) Roberts. Lula was also predeceased by her husband Frank Givens Jr. in 2002. Lula retired from Gorton Coy clothing store in Elmira after many years of service....

Robert L. Plate

Robert L. Plate

Oct 23, 2022

PLATE, Robert L. Age 81, of Horseheads, NY passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 23, 2022. Robert was born in Elmira, NY on March 6, 1941, son of the late Frederick and Mary (Tice) Plate. Robert was also predeceased by his wife, Wanneta, daughter, Pam Reynolds, son, Stanley Swartout and 11 siblings. Robert retired from Anchor Glass in Elmira Heights...

Patricia R. Clark

Patricia R. Clark

Oct 23, 2022

Pat Redmond Clark Patricia Anne Redmond Clark - nurse, educator, counselor, administrator, mother of 8 and grandmother/great-grandmother to many more - died Sunday, Oct. 23 at the age of 90. Pat was born Oct. 16, 1932 in Norwich, NY, the eldest child of William and Anne Daly Redmond. She was Binghamton North High School's Most Brilliant Girl for the Class...

James E. Wantuck

James E. Wantuck

Oct 22, 2022

WANTUCK, James E. “Red” Age 71, of Elmira, NY passed away on Saturday, October 22, 2022 at home with his family by his side. James was born on March 19, 1951 in Elmira, son of the late Michael and Margaret (Gorsky) Wantuck. He was also predeceased by his mother-in-law, Mary Liberatore, sister’s-in-law, Gail Wantuck and Susan Johnson. James retired from...

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