Dec 24, 2023

William (Bill) Russell Bergmark (Oct 28, 1940 – Dec 24, 2023) of Ithaca, NY died on Christmas Eve, following a battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Professor Bergmark was born in Mankato, MN as the only child of  Russell and Arvilla (Brandt) Bergmark. He graduated from Mankato high school, then earned his BA degrees in...

Dec 24, 2023

On December 24th, 2023, Mark’s journey on this earth ended following a long illness.

Mark grew up as an Army brat and spent his childhood traveling and living all over Europe and the United States. Mark was able to remain in the Ithaca area and attend Ithaca High School for all four years and graduated in 1976....

Dec 23, 2023

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Remo Campagnolo, a cherished husband, father, and friend, on December 23, 2023. Remo was born in Fondi, Italy, on May 7, 1924, to his loving parents Dominico and Filomina. He lived a remarkable life, spanning 99 years, filled with countless memories and experiences. Remo is survived by his...

Dec 19, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel Joseph Leonardo on December 19, 2023. He was born in Durango, CO on October 5, 1967, and passed away in Ithaca NY. Daniel was a loving father, son, brother, and friend. He was passionate about his family and was always ready to lend a helping hand. He...

Dec 18, 2023

Randolph Alan Warden died from complications of COVID on December 18, 2023 at Cayuga Medical Center.  He was 97.  Throughout his life he was an ardent photographer; an amateur astronomer and an enthusiastic chess player while working as a lawyer and justice. He moved to the Ithaca area after his dear wife, Joy’s death in 1987.

Randy...

Dec 17, 2023

Michael “Mike” Beach, age 64 of Newfield, NY passed away peacefully on December 17th, 2023, with his wife by his side.

Mike is survived by his wonderful wife of 41 years, Helen Beach. He is also survived by his two sisters, MaryAnn (Chuck) Stillwell, and Beth Beach (Chuck Kronen); his four children, Bernadette (Scott) Roberts, Bobby (Ashley)...

Dec 10, 2023

Delmont Charles Robbins, 94, passed away on December 10, 2023, in Ithaca, NY. Delmont, known by his friends as Del, was born May 29, 1929, to Charles and Virginia Robbins in Limestone, Pa. He was employed for many years at Morse Chain as a tool and die repairman. He is survived by his son Daniel (Janet), granddaughters Jaime Phelps...

Dec 10, 2023

A remarkable and well-loved Ithacan passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 10, 2023. The son of the late Alfredo and Maria Fontana, Caesar Fontana was born in Ithaca, NY on July 29, 1930. He was 93 years old. Growing up in Ithaca in the 1940’s Caesar enjoyed scouting, hunting, fishing and developed a lifelong love for the...

Dec 6, 2023

Joyce E. Sharpsteen was born on 04/04/1939 in Homer, NY to Julia and Harry Youngs. She left us peaceably after a battle with cancer on 12/06/2023 at the age of 84.

The two sons who predeceased her was Daniel Carrier and Bruce Carrier. She is survived by her husband, Jaime Sharpsteen of Texas; daughter, Barbara (Bryan) of...

Dec 6, 2023

John "Cappy" Capalongo, 83, of Ithaca, NY, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on June 27, 1940, John was the son of the late Henry and Margaret Casano Capalongo. John served in the United States Army and was a dedicated member of the V.F.W, the American Legion, Eagles,...

Dec 5, 2023

Lawrence Marks passed away peacefully at the age of 89 on December 5th, 2023 due to a short illness.

He was born in Bronx, New York where he attended school and then joined the U.S. Army. While serving his country he attended RCA school to learn electronics. After an honorable discharge in 1962 he pursued a career...

Dec 3, 2023

Lee Snow, a loving father and grandfather and longtime resident of Ithaca passed away peacefully in his home on December 3rd, 2023 at the age of 96. Lee who was born on October 26,1927 was the eleventh of twelve children born to Simon Van Wagner Snow and Jennie Louise Beach Snow. He was predeceased by his wife Linda Kanellis...

Dec 3, 2023

Betty DeChellis October 22, 1923 – December 3, 2023 Betty DeChellis of Ithaca, aged 100, passed away on December 3 at her residence in McGraw House in Ithaca. In October Betty enjoyed a 100th birthday party attended by family and friends from throughout the years. Betty, a lifelong resident of Ithaca, was a cook and server for many years...

Dec 3, 2023

Barbara Smits Provus passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2023. Barbara passed away peacefully in her home in Ithaca surrounded by her close family and friends. She is survived by her husband Ronald Provus, her children Kimberly and Michael Provus, and her grandchildren Matty and Ayla Provus. Barbara was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan to parents Harvey and Lorraine...

Dec 1, 2023

After a long and fruitful life, Kathy left us on Friday, December 1st, 2023 to join her dear mother Mildred Carlough Gorman, father Daniel A. Gorman, and beloved husband of 61 years Michael A. Sprague; along with her cherished sisters Linda Gorman Sartori and Danilee Gorman Poppensiek (Neil). The Gorman Girls are together again!

Kathy is survived...

Nov 27, 2023

Charles L. Tallman’s Life Journey

Charlie was born on September 21, 1948 in Dansville, NY. His parents Larry and Myrtle Tallman moved to Florida and finally settled in Trumansburg, NY where he attended and graduated from T-Burg schools. While there he played baseball and basketball and helped in his parents' meat market. He was a...

Nov 23, 2023

Alice Echevarria was a loving, selfless mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She left this world on November 23, 2023 at age 74.

Alice was born in Puerto Rico in 1949, the eldest of four children. At age 6, she discovered her passion for cooking and taking care of people. At age 9, she discovered a whole...

Nov 22, 2023

Artist and screenwriter, Linda Salzman Sagan, has died at 83.  Born in New York City, Linda resided in Ithaca for many years.  She designed NASA's Pioneer Plaque and was part of the team that created NASA's Voyager Interstellar Message.  The Voyager I and II spacecraft are now the most distant human-made objects in the universe.  In Los Angeles, Linda...

Nov 21, 2023

Andrew D. Young, 70, of Newfield, NY died on Tuesday November 21, 2023 at his home. Andy was born on May 21, 1953, in Ithaca, NY.

He was predeceased by his parents, Donald and Charlotte (Cowgill) Young, and sister Deborah (Young) Porter. He is survived by his sons, Andrew and Jason, brother Don, and grandchildren Isabella, Jonah,...

Nov 17, 2023

On Friday, November 17, 2023 Esther Ann Taylor Lloyd Johnson peacefully crossed over to joyfully reunite with her beloved children who were waiting for her on the other side, along with a long line of ancestors who came to welcome her home. She was born on December 27, 1927 to Estelle Wye and William C Reed, and was named...