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Maureen E. Jewell
Nov 13, 2021
Maureen Leota Evers Jewell passed on to her heavenly home on Saturday, November 13, 2021. She was born March 12, 1933 and was the only child of John Richard Evers and Christina May Mayes. At age 17, Maureen was married to Robert Glen Jewell who predeceased her after 46 years of marriage. Maureen is survived by her sons, Robert (Dawn)...
Joan E. Manwaring
Nov 12, 2021
Manwaring, Joan E. Age 61, of Painted Post, NY passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 12, 2021 at the Corning Hospital in Corning, NY. Joan was born in Elmira, NY daughter of the late Harry and Shirley (Bennett) Yontz. Joan was also predeceased by her son, Jason Yontz. She is survived by her husband, Luckie Manwaring Sr.; sons, Luckie Jr....
Stephen E. Gergely
Nov 7, 2021
Stephen Edward Gergely, age 79, of Elmira, NY passed away peacefully with the stunning autumn sunset on November 7, 2021 after a short illness. A true one-of-a-kind, he was a devoted husband, father and grandfather; dedicated teacher, musician, farmer, photographer and sports fan. He had an uncanny way of connecting with animals and a wicked, if offbeat, sense of humor....
Theresa E. L. Blandford
Nov 5, 2021
BLANDFORD, Theresa E. L. Age 69, of Elmira, NY passed away on Friday, November 5, 2021 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. Theresa was born in Elmira on November 4, 1952, daughter of the late Clayton and Harriet (Ghee) Blandford. Theresa was also predeceased by her siblings, Clayton Jr. and Shawn . Theresa is survived by her children,...
John W. Smith
Oct 30, 2021
SMITH, John W. of 4108 Rockwell Ave., Horseheads, NY, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 30, 2021 at the Bath VA Nursing Facility. John was born in Elmira, NY on February 25, 1935 to the late Wilbur and Cecilia (Mehalke) Smith. John was a loving Father, Grandfather, Uncle and Friend. He retired after 30 years from Hardinge Incorporated and took...
Wanda E. Tillotson
Oct 29, 2021
Tillotson, Wanda E. Age 79, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Friday, October 29, 2021. She was born in Elmira, NY on September 19, 1942. Wanda is survived by her children, Paul (Rebecca) Tillotson of Elmira, Alfred Mower of Elmira, Christina Mower Mackey of Clifton, CO, Sharon (Sonny) Mower White of Forsyth, MO and James (Keisha) Mower of De Beque,...
Jason L. Kimbell
Oct 28, 2021
KIMBELL, Jason L. Age 49, of Horseheads, NY passed away on Thursday, October 28, 2021. Jason was born in Elmira, NY on September 21, 1972, son of Robert and Linda (Palmer) Kimbell. Jason was employed by Xerox and was an avid guitar player and a huge fan of Heavy Metal music. He will be missed by those that knew him....
Michael S. Obuhanich
Oct 27, 2021
OBUHANICH, Michael S. Age 64, of Elmira, NY passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2021 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. Michael was born in Elmira on November 4, 1956, son of the late Steven and Ann (Zubriski) Obuhanich. Michael retired from the US Department of Defense in Niagara Falls, NY. He is survived by his siblings, Christine...
Andres Bulahan Jr.
Oct 27, 2021
BULAHAN, Andres Jr. Age 77, of Elmira, NY passed away on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. Andy was born in Lodi, California, son of the late Andres Sr. and Mala (Salara) Bulahan. Andy was also predeceased by his brother, Tommy Bulahan. Andy served his county in the US Navy during the Vietnam War,...
Janeen M. Mitchell
Oct 25, 2021
MITCHELL, Janeen Age 80, of Lowman, NY passed away on Monday, October 25, 2021 at the Corning Hospital. Janeen was born on June 6, 1941in Rochester, NY daughter of the late Howard and Mary (Allen) Mickle. She was also predeceased by her husband, Karl. Janeen worked as a cook for Ann’s Cold Iron Truck Stop, Ann’s Pancakes. Janeen is survived...
Ellen N. Sexton
Oct 22, 2021
Sexton, Ellen N. Age 71, of Elmira, NY, went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 22, 2021 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born on June 5, 1950 in Elmira, NY to the late Samuel and Virginia (Chesney) Batrony Sr. She was predeceased by her sister, Joy Ann Batrony and granddaughter, Mariah Sexton. Ellen is survived...
C. Leanne Kiser
Oct 21, 2021
Kiser, C. Leanne Age 88, 0f Horseheads, NY, passed away at home on Thursday, October 21, 2021. She was born in East Millsboro, PA on July 24, 1933 to the late Harry and Bessie Mae (Haney) Jay. Leanne was predeceased by her husband, Donald Kiser and several brothers and sisters. She is survived by her children, Fred Kiser and Susan...
Kathleen C. Wigsten
Oct 15, 2021
I, Kathleen C. Wigsten, AKA, Kathy, Wiggy or various other nicknames I am not aware of, died on October, 15th 2021, at the age of 61. Cause of death, _ _ _ _ _ _ _ cancer, (you can fill in your own adjective or guess mine). I was number 6 out of 8 children of Patricia R. Clark and...
Richard M. Paulo
Oct 7, 2021
Paulo, Richard M. Age 72, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Thursday, October 7, 2021 at home. He was born in Elmira, NY on February 1, 1949 to the late Dominick and Clara (Halpin) Paulo. Richard was predeceased by his wife, Pansy Paulo, brothers, Danny and Dominick “Butchie” Paulo and granddaughter, Lysandra Wright. He is survived by his children, Michael...
Dustin E. May
Oct 5, 2021
May, Dustin E. Age 20, passed away very unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at Robert Packer Hospital. He was born in Elmira, NY on May 8, 2001. Dustin was predeceased by his father, Harold May Sr. He is survived by his mother, Helen May; siblings, Becky (Greg) Avery, Harold (Brenda) May Jr., Tim (Sheena) May, Rachel May, Karyn May,...
Georgia L. Knox
Oct 2, 2021
Knox, Georgia L. Age 95, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at home. She was born in Burlington, NC on July 27, 1926 to the late Dale Junius and Lorena (Allen) Enoch. She was predeceased by her husband, Sloman Knox Sr. and daughter, Marquetta Knox. Georgia is survived by her children, James Knox, Lorena Knox, Sloman...
Tacara "Theo" Ortiz
Oct 2, 2021
ORTIZ, Tacara “Theo” Age 22, of Elmira, NY passed away on October 2, 2021. Theo was born on June 12, 1999 in Elmira, NY daughter of Terrace Johnson and Howard Ortiz. She is survived by her parents, both of Elmira; sister, Tiffanee Jacob of Seattle, WA and grandparents, Luke and Sue Moss. Family and friends are invited to attend a...
Stella A. Patros
Oct 1, 2021
PATROS, Stella A. Age 98, of Elmira, NY passed away peacefully on Friday, October 1, 2021 at the Bethany Manor in Horseheads, NY where she’d been lovingly attended to for the last few years. Stella enjoyed her stay at Bethany and appreciated the care and kindness she was shown. Stella was born on March 1, 1923 in Bernice, PA daughter...
Pearl M. Boston
Oct 1, 2021
BOSTON, Pearl M. Age 77, of Elmira, NY passed away at Chemung County Nursing Facility on Friday, October 1, 2021. Pearl was born March 17, 1944 at St. Joseph’s Hospital Elmira, NY to the late George and Blanche (McCartney) Boston. She was also predeceased by her sister, Phyllis Jane (Boston) Husted and brother, Kenneth Boston. She is survived by her...
Koreena L. Smith
Sep 30, 2021
Koreena L. Besley Smith Born October 2, 1984 in Elmira NY passed away unexpectedly on Thursday September 30, 2021 in her Elmira home. Koreena is the beautiful daughter of Bonnie (Sidney) Dupuis and Joel (Robin) Besley. Koreena is survived by her three wonderful children, Luke Robert, Kalib Joseph and Zoey Braelyn. Koreena loved her kid with her whole heart! Koreena...
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