May 17, 2023

Roberta "BJ" McDonald of Elmira, NY, a beloved figure in her community and a cherished member of her family, passed away on May 17, 2023. She was 78 years old. With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of a remarkable woman whose life touched so many in profound ways.

Born on April 14, 1945, in...

May 7, 2023

Peter Van Brunt, age 48, passed away, suddenly, on Sunday, May 7, 2023, in Overland Park, Kansas. Peter was born and raised in Elmira, a son of Dick Van Brunt and the late Lindy (Murray) Van Brunt. In addition to his father, he is survived by daughters, Anna and Kate; siblings and their spouses, Rick and Jennifer Van Brunt...

May 1, 2023

Robert Bruce McKinnon aka Gumpity aka Gumpy Rob aka Mr. Rob died peacefully at home on the morning of May 1st, 2023, surrounded by his kids.

He may have sold you a car, told you a story, beat you at cribbage (or gin, or hearts, or bridge, or golf) or asked...

Apr 30, 2023

Paul P. Mack, age 59 of Horseheads, NY passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, April 30, 2023. He was born at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Elmira, NY, the son of Martha (Nagle) Mack and the late Francis J. Mack, Jr. He is also predeceased by his infant nephew Brian Lee, brother-in-law Tyrone Ross, along with several aunts, uncles,...

Apr 28, 2023

Elmira: Age 84, passed away on Friday, April 28, 2023, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. Joyce was born and raised in Elmira, the daughter of Morton and Isabel (Kenyon) Nivison. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her stepmother Stella Elizabeth Nivison, husband James F. McCann, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, William and Joan McCann, Helen and Robert...

Apr 26, 2023

Elmira: Age 73, passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre PA. Mark was born and raised in Elmira, a son of the late Daniel R., Sr. and Margaret (Reidy) Laux. He is survived by his children, John D. Laux of Elmira, Kathleen Laux of Palmyra NJ with husband George Zilahi and their...

Apr 25, 2023

Nora, age 93, passed away on April 25, 2023, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility in Elmira, with her family by her side. Eleanor was born on August 4, 1929, a daughter of Thomas F. and Helen T. (Rowley) Shea, in Hornell, NY. Nora and her husband Bob married on October 15,1955 at St. Ignatius Church in Hornell. He...

Apr 18, 2023

John P. Cogswell Sr., age 75, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at Orlando VA Medical Center in Orlando, FL. John’s family will be holding a private celebration of life.

John was born in Elmira, NY, on September 18, 1947, to the late Michael Clinton...

Apr 17, 2023

Age 72, passed away at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, April 17, 2023. Nancy was raised in Addison NY, a daughter of the late William and Doris (Heidrich) Stevens. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by sister Barbara Hurd, nephew Paul Hurd, brother-in-law Thomas Schrage and son-in-law Aaron Jardina.

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Apr 15, 2023

Age 73, passed away at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center on April 15, 2023 due to the ravages of dementia. Bob was born in Elmira to the late Genevieve (Dandrea) and Edward Devitt, the youngest and last surviving of 3 children. In addition to his parents he was also predeceased by his brother Edward, sister Gloria, sisters-in-law Kathryn Lynch,...

Apr 13, 2023

Age 77, passed into eternal life, after a short illness, on April 13, 2023. Anne was predeceased by her parents Joseph and Helen DeLaney Fitzpatrick, many relatives, as well as close friends, Theresa Josbeno and Suzy Butler. She is survived by her relatives in the Nugent, Quillinan, Sommer and Ludu families, along with the Harold and Rosemary DeLaney, Tom...

Apr 1, 2023

In her 96 years, Bettyjune Young Lewis showed the world how to persevere in difficult times and how to love life, family, community, and God in the best of times. She passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023.

Born in Kelly Township, PA, Betty was the oldest child of Myron and Helen (Badger) Young. Raised...

Mar 29, 2023

Age 63, of Elmira, NY, passed away on March 29, 2023.

Norm is survived by his sons, Philip C. Learned II and Carl M. Learned. He is also survived by his sister Alise (William) Mahr. Predeceased by parents Philip C. and Patricia B. Learned.

Memorial donations may be made to Salvation...

Mar 29, 2023

Age 73 of Elmira, passed away at home with her loving family by her side on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 after a brief illness. Jeanette was born in Canton PA a daughter of the late Eugene W. and Doris (Foster) Lawrence. She is survived by her husband of 52 years Paul J. Titus; sons, Jason P. Titus of Elmira...

Mar 25, 2023

Age 75, passed away at home on Saturday, March 25, 2023, after a long illness. Carole was born in Elmira, daughter of the late George and Elizabeth Andrews Young. She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, David L. Ellison; daughter Melissa J. Ellison of Elmira with her children, Hayley Merritt of Sayre PA and Elizabeth (Sam)...

Mar 23, 2023

Age 86, passed away on March 23, 2023 at Bethany Manor. Al was born on May 20, 1936, the youngest and last surviving child of eight born to Henry and Nina (Logan) Draht. Al is predeceased by his parents, seven brothers and sisters, first wife Betty Bixler Draht in 2003, second wife Jackie Sampsell Draht in 2022. He is...

Mar 22, 2023

Mark Earl Bradley passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. He was born in Elmira to parents Earl and Margaret. Mark attended Southside High School, then Broome County Community College. He was a manager at the People’s Place where he cultivated friendships that would last a lifetime. Later, he was a salesman with Steve Acuto, ending his career at...

Mar 21, 2023

Richard N. DeGolyer, 84, of Elmira Heights was called away suddenly from this life on March 21, 2023 while surrounded by his family.

Known by several names, including Richard, Dicky, and Slippery (from his sports' days), he preferred most when folks simply called him Dick. A kind, competitive, spiritual man, Dick was most at home...

Mar 20, 2023

Age 57, passed away at Corning Hospital on Monday, March 20, 2023. Kim was born and raised in Elmira, daughter to the late Joseph V. and Kum "Kim" DiNardo. She is survived by her daughter Emily Leszyk; son Ryan Leszyk; brother and sister-in-law Mark and Rebecca DiNardo of Mount Airy MD with their daughters, Katie, Angela and Madeline; sister...

Mar 14, 2023

Elmira: Age 86, died at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 following a brief illness. Born in Hornell she was the daughter of the late Frank DiNardo and Louise Divito Di Nardo.

Rose was a graduate of St. Ann's School and later graduated from Hornell High School, Class of 1953. In 1956 she graduated...