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Shirley Y. Kambeitz

Shirley Y. Kambeitz

Jul 18, 2023

Shirley Yvonne Kitchings Kambeitz was born April 2, 1957 to the late Allen Walker and Eartha Lee Kitchings in Elmira, NY. She is also predeceased by her oldest brother, James Kitchings. Shirley (“Cheryl”) was born and raised here in Elmira. She was a graduate of the Elmira City School District and was also a retiree of the district after 20...

Max J. Temple

Max J. Temple

Jul 9, 2023

Temple, Max J. Age 89, of Elmira, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 9, 2023 at home with his loving family by his side. He was born in Williamsport, PA on March 19, 1934 to the late Harlow and Dorothy (Wagner) Temple. Max is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Faye (Morgan) Temple; sons, Scott (Sandra) Temple,...

Kelly J. Thompson

Kelly J. Thompson

Jul 8, 2023

Kelly Jo Thompson Age 40, of Elmira, NY passed away unexpectedly at home on July 8, 2023. Kelly was born in Elmira, NY on March 14, 1983, to the late Frank Thompson and Sandra Fluman Thompson. She is survived by her loving husband, Victor Madera of Elmira; daughters, Brittany, and Briannen Thompson of Elmira; her mother, Sandra Fluman Thompson of...

Donna M. Sams

Donna M. Sams

Jun 29, 2023

SAMS, Donna M. “Sunshine” Age 95, of Elmira Heights, NY passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. Donna was born in Corning, NY, daughter of the late Howard and Dora (Deats) Burguess. She was also predeceased by her husband, Robert and son, Larry Sams. Donna is survived by her children, Kenneth (Barbara) Sams, Robin...

Margaret A. Blake

Margaret A. Blake

Jun 26, 2023

BLAKE, Margaret A. “Peggy” Age 77, of Elmira, NY passed away on Monday, June 26, 2023 at the Buffalo Center For Rehabilitation and Nursing in Buffalo, NY. Peggy was born in Elmira on June 9, 1946, daughter of the late Charles and Harriet (Becker) Stroman. She was also predeceased by her husband, Henry Blake in 2016 and sister, Mary Stroman...

Ruth E. Mull

Ruth E. Mull

Jun 19, 2023

MULL, Ruth E. Age 90, of Elmira Heights, NY passed away peacefully on Monday, June 19, 2023 at the Bradford County Manor in Troy, PA. Ruth was born on April 13, 1933 in Elmira Heights, daughter of the late Edward and Hannah (Forsyth) Woodruff. Ruth was also predeceased by her husband, Jaimes Mull, son, William Kennedy, brothers, John and Charles...

Gertrude C. Burt

Gertrude C. Burt

Jun 15, 2023

Burt, Gertrude C. Age 95, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Thursday, June 15, 2023. She was the daughter of the late Vincent and Mary (Tafelski) Bogaczyk. She was predeceased by her husband, William Burt Jr., daughter, Sandra Baker, sisters, Theresa Steves, Cecelia Swinsick, Margaret Sincox, Regina Dake, Helen Zuke, Marion Mandell and Dorothy Goodwin, brothers, William, Joseph, Vincent and...

Karen A. Mcadams

Karen A. Mcadams

Jun 12, 2023

McAdams, Karen A. Age 67, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Monday, June 12, 2023. She was born on July 4, 1955 in Elmira, NY to the late Charles and Jennie (McKinster) McAdams. Karen was predeceased by her daughter, Amanda Barnes, brother, Francis Farren, sister, Janet Dailey and son-in-law, James Kreidler Jr. She is survived by her children, Nicole Kreidler...

Alison A. Wandell

Alison A. Wandell

Jun 3, 2023

Alison Arlene Weber Wandell Born on 11/05/1943 passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023 at the age of 79. Survived by her children: Arlene (Patrick) Graham, Timothy Carpenter, Roger (Lisa) Wandell, Lilly Wandell; grandchildren, Caden Wandell, Samantha Wandell, Matt Carpenter and many more additional family members. Alison enjoyed crocheting blankets and would donate to the elderly and the SPCA, she also...

Lawrence E. Romen

Lawrence E. Romen

May 26, 2023

ROMEN, Lawrence E. Age 75, of Elmira, NY passed away Friday, May 26, 2023 at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY. Larry was born in Elmira, NY on July 31, 1947 to the late Lawrence and Francesca (Macek) Romen. Larry served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He retired from Elmira Correctional Facility after many...

Katherine C. Carpenter

Katherine C. Carpenter

May 22, 2023

Master Sergeant Katherine C. Carpenter, a proud veteran of the United States Army Reserve, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2023. Katherine was born September 5, 1946 in Elmira, NY to the late Frank and Madeline Wallitt Bernas. Katherine grew up in Elmira where she met and married the love of her life; Alan Douglas Carpenter and began her life...

Virginia A. Elliott

Virginia A. Elliott

May 12, 2023

ELLIOTT, Virginia A. Age 85, of Horseheads, NY passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility in Elmira, NY. Virginia was born in North Chemung, NY, daughter of the late Frederick and Lena (Olin) Allen. Virginia was also predeceased by her husband, Lewis Elliott in 2013. Virginia is survived by her children, Cindy Gill, Wendy...

Tinia M. Dennison

Tinia M. Dennison

May 8, 2023

DENNISON, Tinia M. Age 62, of Elmira, NY passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023 with her loving family by her side. Tinia was born in Sayre, Pa on March 8, 1961, daughter of William and Mary (Nichols) Walmsley. Tinia retired from Tops Supermarket in Elmira after 34 years of service. She loved gardening and enjoyed wildlife, along with feeding...

Marguerite A. Lattari

Marguerite A. Lattari

Apr 23, 2023

Lattari, Marguerite A. “Rita” (Cavaluzzi) Age 84, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. She was born on June 15, 1938 in Elmira, NY to the late James and Margaret Cavaluzzi. Rita was predeceased by her husband, Francis, son, Michael and several brothers and sisters. She is survived by her sister,...

Jeanette L. Plummer

Jeanette L. Plummer

Apr 19, 2023

Plummer, Jeanette L. Age 75, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. She was born on August 22, 1947 in Sanford, FL to the late Herman and Eulee (Davis) Lowery. She was predeceased by her husband, Albert Plummer Jr. and sons, Russell and Albert Plummer. Jeanette is survived by her daughter, Mary Plummer; son, Aubrey Plummer; step-daughters,...

Jose A.S. Lopez Ii

Jose A.S. Lopez Ii

Apr 16, 2023

Jose Angelo Santiago Lopez II Age 47, known affectionally as “Pug” passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 16, 2023. Jose was born in Elmira, NY on April 12, 1976, to the late, Jose Angelo Santiago Lopez Sr. and Arlene Lucille Lafler Seemer. He was also predeceased by his, stepfather, Eugene Seemer, son, Richard (Ricky), sister, Sheila Devos (Albion), brother-in law,...

Lewis Kevin Thomas

Lewis Kevin Thomas

Apr 1, 2023

Lewis Kevin Thomas Of Elmira, NY unexpectedly passed away on April 1, 2023 at the age of 50. Lewis was born in Buffalo, NY on March 7, 1973. He was the son of the late Lewis and Ella Thomas. Lewis was a huge Pittsburgh Steelers fan and enjoyed cooking meals for the people he loved. He also loved casting his...

Onalee L. Dieterle

Onalee L. Dieterle

Mar 29, 2023

Dieterle, Onalee L. Age 93, of Eldred, PA, formerly of Elmira, passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023. She was born on March 19, 1930 in Bradford, PA to the late Jesse and Ruth McDivitt. She was predeceased by her husband, William Dieterle Jr., her brothers Willis, Joseph, Robert, Ivan, and Jerry, and her sister June Ruth. She is survived...

Raymond E. Hopkins

Raymond E. Hopkins

Mar 27, 2023

Hopkins, Raymond E. Of Horseheads, NY, peacefully entered into eternal rest at home on Monday, March 27, 2023. He was born on January 25, 1936 at Corning Hospital in Corning, NY to the late James and Elizabeth (Phenes) Hopkins. Raymond is predeceased by his first wife, Ruth M. Schultz, sister, Shirley Bennett, nephew, David Brouwere and great-nephew, Grayson Guzylak. He...

Jack L. Rutter

Jack L. Rutter

Mar 26, 2023

RUTTER, Jack L. Age 79, of Elmira, NY passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at the Quality Life Services-Henry Clay Nursing Facility in Markleysburg, PA. Jack was born in Cassville, PA on April 8, 1943, son of the late George and Margaret (Lyter) Rutter. He was also predeceased by his sisters, Goldie, Betty, Ann, Violet and Mary; brothers, Clarence,...

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