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Joseph C. Horton

Joseph C. Horton

Feb 16, 2024

Joseph C. Horton, Age 58, 0f Elmira, NY passed away Friday, February 16, 2024 at home with his loving family by his side. Joseph was born in Elmira on February 20, 1965, son of the late Kenneth and Ann (Sullivan) Horton. Joseph retired from Willard Correctional Facility after many years as correctional officer. He is survived by his loving wife,...

James T. Towner

James T. Towner

Feb 13, 2024

Towner, James T. Age 83, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. He was born on October 9, 1940 in Elmira, NY to the late Francis and Shirley (Kiper) Towner. James was predeceased by his brother, Donald Towner and sister, Joanne Rich. He is survived by his wife, Joan Towner of...

Elsie Mae Pallone

Elsie Mae Pallone

Feb 5, 2024

Pallone, Elsie Mae Age 67, of Alpine, NY, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born in Panama City, Panama on January 5, 1957 to the late Arthur and Elsie (Laninger) Tyler Sr. Elsie is survived by her husband, William Pallone of Alpine; sons, Peter Tyler of DE and Philip Whitehead of...

Henry E. Ginnetti

Henry E. Ginnetti

Jan 30, 2024

Henry E. Ginnetti Age 96, of Breesport, N.Y., formerly of Elmira, N.Y. and Lackawanna, N.Y. passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at home. He was the son of the late Carmine and Carmela (DiMasi) Ginnetti. Henry is survived by daughter, Phyllis Dahlhaus and son, Ronald (Christine) Ginnetti; six grandchildren, Michelle (John) Adams, Brent (Tracey) Dahlhaus, Michael Ginnetti, Rev. Fr....

Donovon M. Nichols

Donovon M. Nichols

Jan 19, 2024

NICHOLS, Donovon M. AKA (Dawn Estrore) Age 22, of Spencer, NY passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 19, 2024. Donovon was born in Elmira, NY on April 3, 2001, son of Jacob and Amanda (Nichols) Fretz. He is survived by his parents, sisters, Alana Nichols and Isabella Fretz; brother, Nathan Martin; maternal grandmother, Mary Nichols; paternal grandparents, Robert and MaryAnn...

Curt L. Mcgriff

Curt L. Mcgriff

Jan 18, 2024

McGriff, Curt L. Age 66, of Elmira, NY went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 18, 2024 as he was comforted by his loving family at bedside. Curt was born on June 21, 1957 in Titusville, FL, son of Jack and Dorothy (Taylor) McGriff. Curt is survived by his wife of 30 years, Ruth; mother, Dorothy McGriff; daughter,...

Joy L. Wheeler

Joy L. Wheeler

Jan 17, 2024

Joy Lynn Wheeler Age 58, of Elmira, NY passed away unexpectedly on January 17, 2024 in Elmira. Joy was born in Elmira on September 24, 1965. Joy was the daughter of James and Diane (Stahle) Weaver. No services listed presently for Joy.

Lawrence Kelly

Lawrence Kelly

Jan 4, 2024

KELLY, Lawrence A. Age 84, of Elmira, NY passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 4, 2024 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. Larry was born on August 19, 1939 in Elmira, son of the late Jesse and Mary (Bush) Kelly. He was also predeceased by his wife, Patricia in 2008 and daughter, Cynthia Kelly in 2021. Larry enjoyed...

Judith G. Girardi

Judith G. Girardi

Jan 4, 2024

Girardi, Judith G. Age 79, of Elmira, NY passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 4, 2024 at the Corning Hospital in Corning, NY. Judith was born in Elmira, NY on September 23, 1944, daughter of the late Lester and Marion (Ellison) Besley. Judith will always be remembered for being a wonderful wife, mother, nana, sister, aunt to many nieces and...

Floyd W. Coleman Jr.

Floyd W. Coleman Jr.

Jan 3, 2024

With heavy hearts the children of Floyd Winston Coleman, Jr announce the passing of their beloved father. Winston, a pillar of strength and independence, peacefully passed away at the age of 99, just two months before he would have celebrated his centennial milestone. He departed this world leaving behind a legacy etched in determination and resilience. Born March 21, 1924...

Joyce M. Coolbaugh

Joyce M. Coolbaugh

Jan 2, 2024

Joyce Coolbaugh Age 85, of Elmira, NY passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. Joyce was born on October 4, 1938 in Elmira, daughter of the late Bernard and Genivieve (Coats) Nichols. She was also predeceased by her husband, John in 2021. Joyce retired from St. Joseph’s Hospital in Elmira after...

Joyce M. Shutt

Joyce M. Shutt

Jan 1, 2024

Joyce M. Shutt Age 90, of Elmira, NY passed away on January 1, 2024. Joyce was an adored grandmother and mother that gained her wings and walked home with the angels. Joyce was born in Elmira, NY on May 15, 1933. She was the daughter of the late Leo and Ethel (Garvey) Dacey. Joyce married the love of her life,...

Edward E. Mitchell

Edward E. Mitchell

Dec 26, 2023

Mitchell, Edward E. Age 67, of Big Flats, NY, passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was born on June 17, 1956 in Elmira, NY to the late Edward Mitchell and Lillian (Watts) Tomei. He is survived by his daughter, Brittany (John) Mitchell; grandson, Joshua Mitchell; brother, Daniel (Janet) Mitchell; sister, Patricia Mitchell;...

Kd L. Timerman

Kd L. Timerman

Dec 24, 2023

Timerman, Kd L. Age 43, of Horseheads, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 24, 2023 at home. She was born on December 17, 1980 in Elmira, NY. Kd is survived by her children, Ethan Timerman and Ryleigh Westfall; mother, Cloie (Dave) Yerkes; brother, Kyle (Brandi) Yerkes; uncle, Howie (Candy) Soule; aunts, Dawn (Larry) Colton and Marsha Rose; nephews and...

Daniel L. Wood

Daniel L. Wood

Dec 21, 2023

Daniel L. Wood Age 63, of Elmira, NY passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. Daniel was born in Elmira on January 5, 1960, son of the late Stanley and Lavera (Shock) Wood. Daniel is survived by his children, Denee Marr and Daniel D. Wood; grandchildren, DeShonn, Nayden and Mykol; sisters,...

Stephen W. Burger

Stephen W. Burger

Dec 13, 2023

Peacefully in his sleep, Stephen (Steve) W. Burger passed away on December 13, 2023. He was 80 years old. Steve is survived by his wife of 59 years, Judith (Judy) A. Burger, his daughters Sharon Bois and Kari Cairone, and their husbands and children Mike, Elizabeth, Trevor, and Eric Bois, and Steve, Anna, Ella, and Mia Cairone. Also surviving are...

Myles P. Horton

Myles P. Horton

Dec 11, 2023

Horton, Myles P. Age 70, of Horseheads, NY, passed away on December 11, 2023. He was born in Towanda, PA on December 26, 1952 to the late Myles and Claire (Giovagnorio) Horton. Myles was predeceased by his sister, Sheryl Kellerman. He is survived by his brother, Verne (Melissa) Horton of OH and brother-in-law, Mark Kellerman of OH; along with several...

Richard D. Johnson

Richard D. Johnson

Nov 27, 2023

Richard D. Johnson Age 52, of Elmira, NY passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 27, 2023. Richard was born in Urbana, NY on June 22, 1971, son of Preston and Caroline (McLean) Johnson. Additional obituary information will be posted at a later date.

Damian A. Montanez

Damian A. Montanez

Nov 24, 2023

Damian A. Montanez Age 50, of Elmira, NY passed away on Friday, November 24, 2023 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. Damian was born in Springfield, MA on April 2, 1973, son of Gumercindo Rios Lisboa and Gladys Montanez. Damian was predeceased by his father, Gumercindo and his sister, Elida Rios Montanez. He is survived by his daughters,...

Mary A. Isaac

Mary A. Isaac

Nov 22, 2023

Mary A. Isaac Age 44, of Elmira, NY passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. Mary was born in Mansfield, OH on November 28, 1978, daughter of Leonard and Brenda (Northover) Isaac. Mary was predeceased by her father, Leonard, grandmother, Marjorie Northover, niece, Alyssa Isaac and nephew, Bobby. She is survived by...

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