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Richard K. Rexford

Richard K. Rexford

Jun 12, 2025

Richard K. Rexford, age 76, of Tyrone, NY passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Richard was born on October 20, 1948 in Corning, NY to the late Jesse and Caroline (Crandell) Rexford.

Richard is survived by his sons, Chad (Suzie) Rexford and Timothy (Dawn) Rexford; brothers, Dave (Donna) Rexford and Joe (Heather) Rexford; sisters, Diana...

Mary E. Perkins

Mary E. Perkins

Jun 10, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Perkins age 91 of Virginia Beach, VA died June 10, 2025 at Virginia Beach General Hospital. Mary was born in Albany, New York, the youngest of five children.

She was predeceased in death by her Mother, Mable Davenport; Stepdad, Claude Davenport; Daughter-In-Law, Nancy Perkins. She survived by her son, Clarence Perkins of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky;...

Mary Lou Ruvolo

Mary Lou Ruvolo

Jun 6, 2025

Mary Lou Ruvolo, 89, of Watkins Glen, NY, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025. She was born in Montour Falls, NY on May 9, 1936 the daughter of Sante and Sylvia Conte.

Mary Lou received a business degree from Alfred State College. On August 17, 1957, she married Nick Ruvolo...

Martin W. Blaskowitz

Martin W. Blaskowitz

Jun 2, 2025

Martin William Blaskowitz, age 82, of Montour Falls, NY, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025 at Chemung County Nursing Facility. Martin was born on September 1, 1942 in Brooklyn, NY to the late William and Josephine (Hauren) Blaskowitz. Martin is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Betty; daughter, Lee Ann Stillman; grandson, Justin Stillman; and granddaughter, Callie...

James D. "Dave" Elliott

James D. "Dave" Elliott

May 28, 2025

James David "Dave" Elliott, age 70, of Beaver Dams, NY, passed away at home on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. He was born on October 29, 1954 in Elmira, NY to the late Perry M. and Betty Jane (Coats) Elliott. Dave graduated from Horseheads High School and went on to proudly serve in the United States Air Force, previously being stationed...

Doris P. Lembeck

Doris P. Lembeck

May 23, 2025

Doris P. Lembeck, 92, of Horseheads, NY, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025 at Keuka Comfort Care Home in Penn Yan, NY.

She was born in Elmira, NY on April 25, 1933 the daughter of Horace Howard and Vera Carpenter Baldwin. She was the wife of...

Ilse A. Klay

Ilse A. Klay

May 22, 2025

Ilse Anna Maria Klay, nee Gruwe, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away in her sleep at Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility on Thursday, May 22, 2025. She was 99 years old, born at home prematurely on November 13, 1925. No one expected her to live, but she almost made it to 100 years of age. She had incredible...

Benjamin E. Gleason

Benjamin E. Gleason

May 21, 2025

Benjamin Edward Gleason, age 82, of Watkins Glen, NY, passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. He was born on January 24, 1943 in Ithaca, NY to the late Omar and Mary (Lotito) Gleason. Benjamin graduated from Ithaca High School. He was a carpenter and a farmer, who worked on various construction projects and also for Chiccone Builders. He is...

Caden H.  Ruben

Caden H. Ruben

May 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Caden Harold Ruben, who left us far too soon on May 20, 2025, at the age of 18. Caden was a bright and spirited young man who brought joy and laughter to everyone who knew him.

Born on...

Gloria A. Mosher

Gloria A. Mosher

May 18, 2025

Gloria Burnett Mosher, age 81, of Alpine, NY, passed away suddenly on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Gloria was born in Nevada, and moved to Elmira in 1960. Gloria will be remembered for her generous spirit, her sense of humor, her love of history, music, games, art, and especially Elvis. Gloria was a stunning redhead who grew up in Elmira, attending...

Rev. Elaine S. White

Rev. Elaine S. White

May 18, 2025

Rev. Elaine Stotenbur White, age 80, of Montour Falls, NY, passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2025 at Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility. Elaine was born in Pittsfield, MA on April 2, 1945, to Ralph H. and Doris E. (Hunt) Stotenbur. Elaine was a graduate of Odessa-Montour Central School District, Class of 1963. She went on to receive a Bachelors...

Bruce R. Wich

Bruce R. Wich

May 7, 2025

Bruce Rockwell Wich, aged 73, of Montour Falls, New York passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at home holding the hand of his wife, Julie Mahan Wich, with whom he spent 39 peaceful years, after a four-year fight with Liposarcoma.

Bruce was predeceased by his parents, Richard E. Wich and Shirley Wich; his sister, Beth...

June K. Jennings

June K. Jennings

May 6, 2025

June Elizabeth Koehler Jennings, of Watkins Glen, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. She was born on June 13, 1941 to Herman and Marie Mills Koehler. She was the first of four children. While young, her family moved to Steuben County, NY when her parents purchased a dairy farm. She grew up there, as a "farm...

Bessie L. Osborne

Bessie L. Osborne

May 6, 2025

Bessie L. Osborne, age 99, of Montour Falls, NY, and formerly of Watkins Glen, NY, passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility. Bessie was born in Montour Falls, NY on December 18, 1925 to the late John and Lucia Bogart. Bessie is predeceased by her husband Bill; sons, Bill Jr., Paul, Edward and Michael;...

Joan L. Lane

Joan L. Lane

May 2, 2025

Joan L. Lane, age 83, of Dundee, NY passed away on Friday, May 2, 2025 after an extended illness. Joan was born on November 15, 1941 in Sayre, PA to the late Joseph and Marie (Griffin) Roberts. Joan is predeceased by her loving husband of 50 years, Charles I. Lane; and son, George "Ricky" Andrews. She is survived by her...

Dale H. Smith

Dale H. Smith

May 1, 2025

Dale Herbert Smith, age 86, formerly of Odessa, NY passed away at Cayuga Medical Center on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Dale was born in Elmira, NY on September 16, 1938, to the late Basil and Elizabeth P. (Kimes) Smith.

He is predeceased by his first wife, Elfreide H. Smith, who was the mother of his children;...

Judith "Judy" D. Pearce

Judith "Judy" D. Pearce

May 1, 2025

Judith "Judy" D. Pearce, age 77, of Watkins Glen, NY passed away unexpectedly, surrounded by family, on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Judy was born in Elmira, NY on October 17, 1947, daughter to the late Alfred G. and Dorothy M. (Miller) Dalrymple.

Judy is survived by her husband of 57 years,...

Joan M. Griswold

Joan M. Griswold

Apr 27, 2025

Joan Marie Griswold, age 90, of Montour Falls, NY passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility. Joan was born in Hector, NY on April 3, 1935 to the late Harry D. and Phoebe E. (Lovelace) Jackson. Joan is predeceased by her parents, and stepmother Mable E. Lovelace; her loving husband, Robert W. Griswold; her...

Peter M. Hoffman

Peter M. Hoffman

Apr 23, 2025

Peter Hoffman, age 71, of Montour Falls, NY and formerly of Waterloo, NY, died on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, following a short illness. Respecting his wishes, there will be no calling hours or funeral services.

Peter was born in Waterloo, NY to the late Esther M. and Rutherford S. Hoffman. He graduated from Waterloo High School...

William J. Morgan

William J. Morgan

Apr 15, 2025

William J. Morgan, 69, of Ithaca, NY, passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at Cayuga Medical Center. He was born in Ithaca, NY on December 17, 1955 the son of Thomas Morgan and Lillian Brewer. William served with the US Navy from 1974-1978 and later worked as a security guard. William is survived by his sons, William Morgan and...

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