Nov 15, 2024

Lewis James Mathews, Jr. 71, of Newfield. Services will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 3PM, at Bangs Funeral Home. Full obituary to follow.

Nov 14, 2024

Rosemary Nedrow Brown of Newfield, age 89, passed away at Cayuga Ridge Nursing on November 14, 2024. She was born to Lina Rose Nedrow and David Jason Nedrow on June 24, 1935 of Lansing, NY. Rosemary was married twice, having three children with James Richard Bishop and then finding love again later in life with Leslie M. Brown. Rosemary...

Nov 12, 2024

Malvin Jay Michelson-Thiery, 91 passed away on November 12, 2024 at Cayuga Medical Center. He was born the third day of February, 1933, in the Coney Island section of Brooklyn to Samuel and Betty Hausler Michelson, Mal was graduated from Lincoln High School, earned his Bachelor’s degree from City College of New York, Masters from the University of Arizona,...

Nov 12, 2024

William James Skipper, “Skip”, of Ithaca, passed away on November 12, 2024, at the age of 70.  While Skip’s last years were burdened by a long and difficult battle with cancer, he ended his life peacefully at home with his wife of forty years, Amanda E. Zerilli by his side.

Born to Mary M. Skipper (née Gangloff)...

Nov 9, 2024

This is for my mother's obituary. Patricia Hanan 10/8/41 to 11/9/24 It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my mother, Patricia, who bravely faced health challenges for several years. She graced this world with her presence for 83 remarkable years, living a full and vibrant life. Patricia's journey began in Jackson Heights, NY, before...

Nov 9, 2024

Mary Teresa (Pitz) Glahn, age 98, of Ithaca NY, and formerly of Lancaster, PA and Lovelton, PA, passed quietly at home on November 9th 2024 with loved ones by her side. Mary Teresa, also known as "Tess" was born on January 26th, 1926 in Lancaster PA. She was the youngest child of the late George and Emma Pitz. Preceding...

Nov 5, 2024

Dr. William J. Jewell of Ithaca died Tuesday, November 5 at Cayuga Medical Center from complications of COVID. He was 83.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Marlene Bryan Jewell, a brother Thomas Jewell, a nephew Robert Jewell, and a niece Deborah Jewell Saito. Bill was the son of Thomas and Thelma Jewell of...

Nov 5, 2024

John C. Koval, 83, of Spencer, 5/16/1941-11/5/2024. Mass at St. Margaret Mary, Apalachin, NY, Friday 11/15/2024, at 11:00am.

John Koval was married to Joanne Koval for 57yrs. Survived by two sons and many relatives in Johnson City area. Retired Tool and Die maker, liked to hunt when younger, had a dry humor. John will be sorely missed....

Nov 5, 2024

Raymond L Niles (Les), aged 84,passed away 11/5/24 after a sudden illness. He will be remembered as a free spirited, fun loving, doting Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather. He adored his brothers and sister. He was a devoted husband. Les was a social, vivacious member of the community. Known for his effervescent spirit and quick wit, he was an...

Nov 3, 2024

Gail P. Stevens, of Ithaca, NY (formerly of Middletown, NY) passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024 at Cayuga Ridge Nursing with her daughter by her side. She was 86.

The daughter of the late Richard Kenneth Lybolt and Isabel Youngs Lybolt, she was born on May 7, 1938. She was the widow of Richard C. Stevens who...

Nov 1, 2024

Fareed M. Abdulky

(March 31st, 1945- November, 1st, 2024)

Fareed M. Abdulky passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones, on Friday, November 1st, 2024. Fareed was born in Al-Hasakah, Syria, on March 31st, 1945, to his father, Mansour Abdulky, and mother, Mary Miro. When his father went to register his birth the very next...

Oct 30, 2024

Helen passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones, on her own terms, just how she lived her life. Born in Ithaca to Chuck and Hazel Mandeville, she was known for her independent spirit, natural sense of style, adventurous nature, and daily walks along Brooktondale Road. She was a music lover; collector of books, LPs, and antiques; steward of Six...

Oct 30, 2024

James Norman Nicholas, aged 82, passed away peacefully at home on October 30, 2024 following a one-year battle with cancer.

Jim was born in Ithaca, NY in 1942 to Abraham and Elma (Petaja) Nicholas, and lived in the area most of his life. He attended high school in Ithaca before enlisting in the US Marine Corps in...

Oct 28, 2024

Stephen M. Shululu, Sr., beloved husband, father, educator, and community leader, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024. He was born on January 1, 1937, in Bulungwa, Tanzania, to Father Matthaius Mashimi Chizi and mother, Agatha Kalekwa Lembeli.

Stephen was deeply grounded in his family.  He is survived by his cherished wife of 58 years, Marsha Shululu,...

Oct 27, 2024

David Alan Dubow, aged 73, was a devoted husband, loving father, and faithful family member. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his wife, Barbara and children, Emily and Ethan. He is also survived by his four delightful grandchildren, Noah, Trevor, Quinn and Reese, his caring son in law Brian and daughter in law Katie and his loyal...

Oct 25, 2024

Kathryn (Katie) Ronsvalle passed away October 25, 2024 in Ithaca,

She lived in Port Orange, Florida until recently with her dearest friend and companion, Michael Burke.

Katie was predeceased by her husband Ronald Salvatore Ronsvalle and her son Ronald Scott Ronsvalle. Her parents were Kenneth Roy Heath and Golda Stickane Heath and brother Kenneth Heath....

Oct 17, 2024

Penelope “Penny” Anne (Moss) Ciccone, age 69, of Brooktondale, NY passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024 at the Hospicare Residence in Ithaca after a two-year battle with ALS. Penny was born in Buxted, East Sussex, England on June 22, 1955, and lived much of her childhood in Ontario, Canada. These early years abroad fostered a close bond with her...

Oct 16, 2024

Many obituaries discuss passing on peacefully. But, while he was surrounded by family on

October 16th, 2024, it seems more likely that Mac did not go gently into that good night, but

rather rode his motorcycle away at full tilt, with the wind at his back, and a wide open grin on his

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Oct 16, 2024

Many obituaries discuss passing on peacefully. But, while he was surrounded by family on October 16th, 2024, it seems more likely that Mac did not go gently into that good night, but rather rode his motorcycle away at full tilt, with the wind at his back, and a wide open grin on his face.

Charles (Mac) McGurk...

Oct 16, 2024

Elaine Jeanette Day Hottel, 81, of Frederick, Maryland passed away on October 16,2024.

Elaine was born on August 25, 1943 to Faust Fremont Day and Emma Groot Day in Vienna, Virginia. She was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses on July 24, 1954.

She graduated from James Madison High School in 1961 and received several...