obituaries

Mar 23, 2025

Ransome Gary Davis, Sr., age 63, of Odessa, NY, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025. Ransome was born on April 21, 1961 to the late Walter and Isabella (Landon) Davis, Sr.

Ransome is predeceased by his parents; his loving wife, Bethanie (Facey) Davis; brothers, Walter Davis, Jr., Louis Davis, Dana Davis, John Davis, Sr., and...

Mar 19, 2025

Jeanne Elizabeth Gunning Chapman, age 81 of Alpine, NY passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at home, surrounded by her loving family. Jeanne was born on May 22, 1943 in Montour Falls, NY to the late David and Harriette (Teeter) Gunning.

Jeanne was predeceased by her husband of 53 years, Stanley Chapman; a daughter, Kimberly...

Mar 16, 2025

Joyce Wicks, age 92, of Watkins Glen, NY, formerly of Pine City, NY and Murrells Inlet, SC, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus and entered paradise with her husband Charles on Sunday, March 16, 2025. Joyce was born in Elmira, NY on December 30, 1932, the daughter of Harold and Mabel Little.

Joyce was a...

Mar 6, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Lana Ann Mathers, who peacefully passed away on March 6, 2025, at the age of 81, in Montour Falls, NY, surrounded by her loving family.

Lana was born on March 30, 1943, in Tampa, Florida, to Russell and Pearl Collins Rudy. After graduating...

Mar 5, 2025

John D. "Jack" Cleary, age 92, of Montour Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. Jack was born in Elmira NY on January 10, 1933, to the late John and Theresa Cleary.

Relatives and friends are invited to call from 10:00-11:00 am on Monday, March 17, 2025 at St. Mary's of the Lake...

Mar 4, 2025

Roxann Lewis, age 88, from Montour Falls, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 21, 1937, she was a woman who embraced life with an open heart, always finding joy in the little things and sharing warmth through her unforgettable hugs.

Roxann dedicated much of her career to...

Feb 27, 2025

Richard A. Ryall, Sr., age 90, of Beaver Dams, NY passed away at home on Thursday, February 27, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Richard was born in Dansville, NY on September 5, 1934. Richard was predeceased by his parents; his loving wife, Janet Ryall on March, 17, 2020; along with brothers Ron and Jack Ryall. He is survived by...

Feb 24, 2025

Robert L. Larsen "Bob", age 80, of Beaver Dams, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Monday, February 24, 2025. Born in Auburn, New York, Bob, was the son of Laverne "Vern" and Ruth Larsen. He married the love of his life, Cathy, over 47 years ago.

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Feb 24, 2025

Leroy H. Jackson, age 75, of Corning, NY, formerly of Dundee, NY entered into rest on Monday, February 24, 2025. He was born on February 2, 1950 in East Meadow, NY to the late Curtis Leroy Jackson and Rebecca Elizabeth Sands.

In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his wife of 52 years, Linda...

Feb 13, 2025

Jean Hopper, age 88, of Millport, NY passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at Bethany Manor in Horseheads, NY. Jean was born in Montour Falls, NY on July 24, 1936 to the late Frank and Dorothy (Fox) Gardner. Jean is predeceased by her loving husband, John (2000); daughters Sherry (1991) and Cindy (2012); son John, Jr. (2024); sister Alice...

Feb 11, 2025

Dennis K. "Denny" Snow, age 75, of Montour Falls, NY, passed peacefully on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 after a short battle with illness. He was born in Montour Falls, NY on October 12, 1949, the son of Thomas R. and Gwendolyn G. Snow.

Denny is predeceased by his parents, Tom and Gwen Snow. He is survived...

Feb 1, 2025

Robert E. "Bob" Simmons, 85, of Montour Falls, NY, passed away on February 1, 2025, at Schuyler Hospital. Born on December 7, 1939, to Thomas and Margaret (Nichols) Simmons, Bob leaves behind a legacy of love for animals and local community involvement.

Predeceased by his parents, daughter Lisa Minakowski, and brother Richard Simmons, Bob's memory will...

Feb 1, 2025

Emma Jane "Mars" Rogers, age 17, of Odessa, NY passed away on February 1, 2025. Mars was born on July 13, 2007 in Corning, NY to Micah J. and Tonya A. (Cratsley) Rogers.

He will be greatly missed by his parents; sister Ashley (Anthony) Capuano; brother Joseph (Logan) Rogers; and treasured niece, Layla Ann.

Jan 28, 2025

Richard W. Anderson, age 70, of Ithaca, NY passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. Richard was born in New Orleans, LA on February 8, 1954, the son of Jack R. Anderson and Lee C. Denzey. Richard was predeceased by his parents; a brother Andrew "Andy" Anderson, and his loving wife, Megan T. Anderson, in 2014. He is survived by...

Jan 27, 2025

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Jan 22, 2025

Edward Harrison Peterson, best known as Eddie, of Watkins Glen, NY, born November 14, 1953, died Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at the age of 71 from pancreatic cancer.

Eddie grew up in Chemung, New York and graduated from Waverly High School in 1971. He enlisted in the US Air Force as soon as he turned 18...

Jan 22, 2025

Nancy Dean Combs, 87, of Burdett, died peacefully on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at home surrounded by her children. She was born in Reynoldsville, NY on June 25, 1937, the daughter of Paul and Reva Landon Dean, the youngest of five girls. Nancy was the loving wife of the late Fay E. Combs. They were married on December 31,...

Jan 19, 2025

William J. Holub, age 84, of Newfield, NY passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility in Montour Falls, NY. William was born on November 14, 1940 to William Holub and Flora (White) Switzer. William was a lifelong area dairy farmer. He was often found frequenting local businesses to see his favorite friends, which included...

Jan 10, 2025

Sally J. Dupuy, age 46, of Rochester, NY and formerly of Montour Falls, NY passed away on Friday, January 10th, 2025 at Unity Hospital in Rochester after a brief illness.

Born in Ithaca, NY on October 10th, 1978, she was the beloved daughter of Timmie Dupuy of Montour Falls, NY and Evadene Truax of Tennesee. Sally...

Jan 1, 2025

Christian "Cody" Charles Cook, of Watkins Glen, NY, born January 23, 1950, took his leave from this earth on January 1, 2025. He passed peacefully in his home with his loving wife, Barbara, and family by his side. Cody was a proud father to daughter, Jodie Cook, daughter, Christie (Paul) Cook, son, Cody (Angela) Cook and daughter Jennie (Jason)...