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John T. Jr. Shaffer
Nov 7, 2023
John T. Shaffer Jr. Age 66, of Elmira, NY passed away unexpectedly on November 7, 2023 in Elmira. John was born in Elmira on July 2, 1957, son of the late John T. Shaffer Sr. and Helen (Bush) Shaffer. John is survived by his siblings, Patrick, Diane M Shaffer Dunn, William, Philip, Gerald, Dawn and Hope. Special thoughts to Andy...
Edith L. Rumsey
Nov 1, 2023
Rumsey, Edith L. Age 93, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. She was born on December 18, 1929 in Elkland, PA to the late Ralph and Alice (Binkey) King. Edith was predeceased by her husband, Harold Rumsey, son, Jay Rumsey, granddaughter, Heidi Drake and 8 brothers and sisters. She is...
Brandon J. Taft
Oct 31, 2023
Taft, Brandon J. Age 26, of Elmira, NY, passed away very unexpected on Tuesday, October 31, 2023. He was born on August 7, 1997 in Elmira, NY to Jodi Austin and James Taft. Brandon graduated from Elmira Free Academy with high honors and was goalie for the EFA Lacrosse team. He completed the Criminal Justice Program at BOCES. Brandon was...
Rosemary Misnick
Oct 29, 2023
Mom did not want to go. She loved being here on earth. Rosemary was surrounded by her family and beloved pets, while taking her final breath on October 29, 2023. She passed away peacefully as our hearts began to sing; for Jesus called mother home and gave her, her wings. Her Parents Cecil and Vonda Davison gave our family a...
James D. Jr. Eastwood
Oct 25, 2023
James D. Eastwood Jr. Age 65, of Horseheads, NY passed away peacefully on October 25, 2023 at the Elcor Nursing Facility in Horseheads. James was born on May 1, 1958 in Heidelburg, Germany. James worked as a farmer in the Addison, NY area for many years. He enjoyed nature and everything life offered. There will be no services held for...
Coralea C. Lewis
Oct 19, 2023
Lewis, Coralea C. Age 65, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2023 after a courageous month-long battle at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center with family and hospital staff by her side. She was born on November 28, 1957 in Elmira, NY to the late Leon Levi Cody and Barbara (Parke) McCartney. She is predeceased by her step-father,...
Donald Burlew
Oct 10, 2023
BURLEW-(Titsworth), Donald Age 96, passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. Donald was born in Elmira, NY on June 19, 1927. He was predeceased by his parents, Boyd Sr. and Ada Titsworth, sisters, Mary Kenyon, Dora Davenport and Dorothy Lawson, brothers, Herman, Ernest, Edward and Boyd Jr. Titsworth. wife, Dorothy Goff in 2008 and son, Andrew Rumsmoke. Donald served in...
Antonia M. Molina
Oct 9, 2023
Antonia M. Molina, Age 55, of Elmira, NY, after a short fight with pancreatic cancer, peacefully went home to be with the Lord and her family who preceded her on Monday, October 9, 2023. Antonia was born in Elmira on March 23, 1968 the daughter of the late Ishmael and Norma (Williams) Molina. She was a bright spirit who brought...
Anita A. Seymour-Pearson
Oct 4, 2023
Anita A. Seymour-Pearson Age 47, of Horseheads, NY, passed away very unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. She was born on July 11, 1976 in Elmira, NY. Anita is survived by her fiancé, Joel Pearson; mother, Darlene Ketter and father, Paul Seymour; children, Samantha LaRow and Hunter LaRow; step-children, Kara Pearson, Dylan Pearson, Khloe Pearson and Nicholas Pearson; brother, Paul...
Darel F. Hammond
Oct 1, 2023
Darel F. Hammond Age 52, of Elmira, NY, passed away very unexpectedly on Sunday, October 1, 2023. He was born on December 17, 1970 in Elmira, NY. Darel was predeceased by his brother, Dale Hammond. He is survived by his children, Lindsey Hammond and Devin Hammond; father, Gene Hammond; mother, Mary Rouille; sister, Jennifer Rouille; brothers, Todd Hammond and Christopher...
Luis A. Cubero
Sep 25, 2023
Luis Angel Cubero December 1, 1949-September 25, 2023 Luis was born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico and is predeceased by his maternal parents, Da Vid Maisonet and Gilberto Gonzalez; Brothers, Wilfredo, Juan de Jesus, Gilberto and Ariel; Sisters, Judith and Maria. Previous wife and the mother of his children, Beverly Ann Cubero. Luis (nickname: Pipo and Pete) was a practical joker...
Hila J. Corp
Sep 10, 2023
Hila J. Corp Age 99, of Horseheads, NY passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2023 at the Elcor Nursing Facility in Horseheads. Hila was born in Elmira, NY on June 29, 1924, daughter of the late Paul and Florence (Hesser) Campbell. Hila was also predeceased by her husband of 74 years, Henry Corp Jr.. Hila is survived by her son,...
Samuel A. Winger
Sep 5, 2023
WINGER, Samuel A. Age 42, of Johnstown, PA passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. Sam was born in Johnstown, son of the late Charles and Marie (Hillegas) Winger. Sam is survived by his sons, Tyler and Samuel Winger; sister, Karen (Steve Buchalla) Green; brothers, Robert (Melissa) Winger, Charles (Mary) Winger...
Christopher C. Wheeler
Sep 1, 2023
Christopher Charles Wheeler Age 42 of Corning, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 1, 2023. Chris is survived by his parents, Charles (Bud) and Lori (Kline) Wheeler and his brother Charlie with nephew Riley Wheeler along with many aunts, uncles and cousins. Closest to him other than Charlie were his uncle Jamie Kline and his cousin Justin Kline, the...
Jose E. Molina Sr.
Aug 31, 2023
Jose E Molina Sr. aka “Papi”, born 7/20/1938 in Jayuya, PR, passed away 8/31/2023 at the age of 85 with his loved ones by his side. Jose grew up in Jayuya with his parents and 9 siblings. He retired from Kennedy Valve. Jose is survived by his children’s mother, Dixie Molina, along with their children Evelyn (Luis) Molina, Virginia Molina,...
James H. Deprimo
Aug 23, 2023
DePrimo, James H. Age 53 of Elmira Heights, NY, passed away on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at 10:57pm at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. James was born in Elmira, NY on October 16, 1969. He is the son of the late Paul James Henry DePrimo lll and Charlotte Hamilton. James is survived by his children; Julie Walburn...
Mary Ellen Rudnick
Aug 22, 2023
RUDNICK, Mary Ellen Mary Ellen passed peacefully in the comfort of her own home on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, in her 79thyear. Born in Waverly, NY on May 22, 1944, Mary Ellen was the daughter of the late Robert and Emogene (Eddy) Bean. Mary Ellen is survived by Floyd, her loving husband of 55 years; her daughter, Jennifer Piazza; her...
Barbara D. Mccartney
Aug 20, 2023
McCartney, Barbara D. Age 91, of Elmira, NY passed away on Sunday, August 20, 2023 at her home with her loving family by her side. Barb was born in Elmira on August 20, 1932, daughter of the late Charles and Cora (Simpson) Parke. Barb was also predeceased by her husband of 55 years, William McCartney Sr., son, Daniel Cody, siblings,...
Christine M. Beechey
Aug 14, 2023
Christine M Beechey Of Elmira, NY passed away at Elcor Nursing Facility on Monday, August 14 2023. Chris was born in Elmira, NY on March 26, 1947 to John and Jane (Grady) Powers. She graduated from Elmira Free Academy. Chris is predeceased by her parents, John and Jane, daughter, Sarah Lynn, and brother, Steve. Surviving Chris is her husband, David...
Debra J. Brown
Jul 18, 2023
Debra Joyce Brown, Age 68, of Elmira, NY passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on July 18, 2023. Debra was born on July 17, 1955 on Long Island, NY. Her main mission in life was to speak truth and justice. Debra for many years worked with CHOW and Friendship Donations to help facilitate and run various food pantries...
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