obituaries

Sandra J. States

Sandra J. States

Apr 11, 2024

Sandra Jean States, 71, of Odessa, NY entered unto rest on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at home. She was born in Elmira, NY on June 13, 1952 the daughter of Marcus Elmont Hipple and Cora Ellen Ayrton Hipple. She graduated from Ithaca High School and later from C.C.C. with a degree in Nursing. Sandy was a registered nurse for...

Nancy A. Fazzary

Nancy A. Fazzary

Apr 9, 2024

Nancy A. Fazzary, age 80, of Watkins Glen, NY passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, surrounded by her family. Nancy was born in Buffalo, NY, on October 30, 1943.

Nancy married Dominick "Art" Fazzary in February, 1962. They worked together driving taxi at Watkins Glen State Park for several years before taking over LaFaces...

Bessie F. Barrigar

Bessie F. Barrigar

Apr 9, 2024

Bessie Lamos Barrigar, 84, of Odessa, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at her home. She was born in Long Lake, NY on October 11, 1939, the daughter of the late Maurice and Lillian (Bailey) Lamos.

She received her MA in Education and...

Lynn  Coolican

Lynn Coolican

Apr 6, 2024

Lynn Coolican, 78, of Elmira Heights, NY passed away on April 6, 2024. She was predeceased by her infant son; parents Dorothy and Robert Howell; grandparents Dan and Ethel Brace; in-laws, Richard M. Coolican, Elizabeth Fordham Smith and Wayne Smith; and brother-in-law Morrie Smith. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Richard J. Coolican; daughter and son-in-law, Heather...

Fledra R. Ector

Fledra R. Ector

Apr 4, 2024

Fledra Rose Ector (Parmalee), 85, of Watkins Glen, NY has left this earth, to join the love of her life on April 4, 2024. Fledra was born on May 28, 1938 in Penn Yan, New York. She was the daughter of Charles and Winifred Parmalee. Fledra graduated from a small school house in Bellona NY, where she also met...

Walter R. Guiles

Walter R. Guiles

Apr 1, 2024

Walter R Guiles, 80 of Spencer NY, passed away on Monday April 1, 2024 at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital with his family by his side. Born and raised in NY he was the son of the late Earl Guiles of NY. He was a brother, a father, and a friend to so many. Walt was a kind loving soul who...

Sally  Edelman

Sally Edelman

Mar 30, 2024

Sally Edelman, of Tampa, Florida, passed away peacefully at the age of 88 on March 30, 2024. Sally is preceded in death by her husband, Richard, and her parents, Frank and Mae Wilkinson.  She is survived by her children Melissa Doak (Claudia Brenner); Jennifer Cainas (Michael Hayes); and Luke Doak; along with five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Sally was...

James  D. Johnson

James D. Johnson

Mar 21, 2024

James (Jim) D. Johnson

Born November 3, 1953 in Elmira, NY the first born son of Paul and Christine Johnson of Odessa, NY. He passed away March 21, 2024 at his home in Springfield, IL.

He graduated from Odessa Montour High School in 1971 and immediately enlisted in the army at age 17 initially serving...

Jonathan A. Cole

Jonathan A. Cole

Mar 20, 2024

Jonathan A. Cole, 37, of Odessa, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at home. He was born in Ithaca, NY on April 16, 1986, the son of Dennis A.and Nancy L. Cole and graduated from Odessa-Montour Central School. Jonathan enjoyed playing the drums. He is survived by his parents; sister, Jennifer Cole of Erin, NY; and by...

Alan R. Drake

Alan R. Drake

Mar 17, 2024

Alan R. Drake, 67, of Odessa, N.Y. and more recently, Cayuga Ridge Rehabilitation Center, passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2024 after an extended illness of post cortical atrophy and aphasia. Alan was the only son of Calvin R. and Eleanor R. Drake of Watkins Glen. He was born on December 13, 1956 in Montour Falls, N.Y. Alan attended...

Charles R. Edminster

Charles R. Edminster

Mar 12, 2024

Charles R. Edminster, 91, of Watkins Glen, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 under the care of the wonderful staff and nurses at Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility in Montour Falls, NY. He was born on December 7, 1932 in Montour Falls to Russell and Carrie (Foster) Edminster. Charlie "Bud" served with the United States Navy from...

Patricia A. Trenchard

Patricia A. Trenchard

Mar 12, 2024

Patricia Alvene Trenchard, 67, of Lakeland, FL and formerly of Montour Falls, NY passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 after a 2 1/2 year battle with cancer. Pat was born in Montour Falls, NY on April 30, 1956 the daughter of the late Harland and Ruth (Hopper) Trenchard. She achieved a degree from an automotive mechanic school. Pat loved...

Doris J. Woodworth

Doris J. Woodworth

Mar 5, 2024

Doris (Jean) Woodworth, 89, long time resident of Montour Falls, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2024 following an extended diagnosis of Alzheimer's Dementia at Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility in Montour Falls. She was born on April 17, 1934. Jean graduated from Watkins Glen High School where she was a sports enthusiast and a talented athlete. Jean loved her...

Deborah L.L. Wright

Deborah L.L. Wright

Feb 29, 2024

Deborah L.L. Wright, 50, of Odessa, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at home. She was born on December 6, 1973 the daughter of the late Phillip and Barbara Wright. Deborah loved many people and would spend hours talking with friends on the phone, it didn't matter day or night. She was known for being very generous...

Rebecca E. Thompson

Rebecca E. Thompson

Feb 28, 2024

Rebecca E. Thompson joined the lord on Wednesday February 28 th 2024 at the age of 68. Rebecca will be dearly missed by her children: Michelle Congdon (Art), Casey Doane, Mia Somers (Eric), Kyle Cox, Megan Scardina (Andrew) and Alexandra Thompson. She took great pride in her 15 grandkids and great grandson. Rebecca is also...

Mildred Erlean Stacker-Hasty

Mildred Erlean Stacker-Hasty

Feb 24, 2024

Mildred Erlean Stacker-Hasty, age 75, of Corning, NY entered unto rest on Saturday, February 24th, 2024 at The Corning Center.

Mildred was born in Manhattan, NY on May 25th, 1948, the daughter of the late McKinley and Bertha O.D. (House) Stacker, Jr. She graduated from Babylon High School and Farmingdale College. She married the late DeWitte Hasty...

Judy E. Simpson

Judy E. Simpson

Feb 22, 2024

Judy Ellen (Sickel) Simpson, age 63, of Westfield, PA entered unto rest on Thursday, February 22 nd , 2024 at UPMC Williamsport.

Judy was born in Philadelphia, PA on December 13 th , 1960, the daughter of the late Ernest Sickel and Mary Pecketz.  She attended Brandywine Heights Area School District...

Dawn R. Pennypacker

Dawn R. Pennypacker

Feb 15, 2024

Dawn Renee Pennypacker, 55, of Montour Falls, NY passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY after a courageous battle with cancer.

She was born on May 24, 1968 in Olean, NY, the daughter of Michael Duffy and Cindy Dick. Dawn graduated from Alfred State College. She was an IT...

Karen A. Kress

Karen A. Kress

Feb 9, 2024

Karen Kress of Watkins Glen, NY, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, February 9, 2024, at the age of 69, surrounded by her children, granddaughter Colette and loving husband Gene – just the way she wanted it. Simply going home to heaven, undoubtedly passing back into her mother's embrace. Born on December 20th, 1954 to Charlotte and James Baker,...

Rosemary E. Jenkins

Rosemary E. Jenkins

Feb 8, 2024

Rosemary E. Jenkins, 63, of Montour Falls, NY, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at Schuyler Hospital. She was born in Washington D.C. on November 29, 1960, the daughter of James and Elizabeth Jenkins.Rosemary is survived by her companion of 19 years, Paul Green; a daughter, Beverly Jenkins; sister, Rebecca White; and niece, Casey McClary. In keeping with...

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