Oct 27, 2023

After a two-year struggle with her health, Lucia Adams entered eternal peace Friday, October 27, 2023, with family by her side.  Most recently from Elmira, NY, Lucia was an Ithaca resident for much of her life and made it home for her transition to be with Jesus.

Born Lucille Francis Mosca Vuocolo on March 8, 1944, to...

Oct 27, 2023

Christopher Joseph Tennant, of Beaver Dams, NY died on October 27th, 2023, surrounded by love at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. He was 59 years old.

He is survived by his two daughters, Devon Tennant and Courtney Brazee (Brian) who gave him the role of “Granddad” to two grandsons Trevor and Baylor Brazee. He is...

Oct 26, 2023

Frances Tremblay Snyder, 94 passed away unexpectedly on October 26, 2023 peacefully at home during her cozy mid-day nap. She had a smile and kind remark for all. Frances married Howard Snyder and they gave birth to six children. She was predeceased by her parent's, her husband Howard Snyder, her son Bruce Snyder, her siblings Arthur Tremblay, Betty Mazza,...

Oct 23, 2023

James David Baldwin, age 72, died peacefully on Monday, October 23, 2023, after living with a complex cancer diagnosis for many months. David was a storyteller with a penchant for lengthy historical contexts, concise personal opinions, random anecdotal asides, and a nostalgic flair. He is remembered tenderly by his former partner Denise, and their children (and partners)  Mara (Sarah),...

Oct 23, 2023

James Joseph John, beloved father and grandfather and longtime Ithaca resident, has died at age 95. Jim was part of the Cornell community for over 50 years as a professor of medieval history, specializing in the study of Latin manuscripts and the history of universities. He balanced his scholarly pursuits with a busy family life and an enduring enthusiasm...

Oct 21, 2023

Shelby Lee (Snyder) Rose passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023 with her children by her side, at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, after a brief illness.  Shelby was born on December 27, 1942 in Sherwood, NY to Ralph Henry Snyder and Phoebe Lois Minturn.  She was predeceased by her parents and her brother, Donald Eugene Snyder.  She is...

Oct 21, 2023

Darlene Lynch Klein, 79, a devoted wife and mother known for her sense of humor, loyalty to friends and family, and exacting opinions, died unexpectedly at home in Ithaca on Oct. 21, 2023.

Darlene was born June 22, 1944 in Niagara Falls, NY, to William (Bill) H. Lynch and Jean Lynch Branigan. The oldest of Bill and...

Oct 19, 2023

Robert Schieber, 97, of Ithaca, New York died peacefully on October 19, 2023. Robert was born on December 23, 1925 in Bucyrus, Ohio. He developed a passion for music after taking violin lessons in grade school and changed to viola after college. He had a professional musical career teaching and conducting at Western Michigan University, University of Florida, and...

Oct 13, 2023

Roger Searle, a resident of Kendal at Ithaca, passed away on October 13, 2023. He was 87 years old.

Roger was born in Wilmington, Delaware. He was a graduate of Oberlin College and earned his PHD in Chemistry at the University of Illinois. He spent most of his career at Eastman Kodak in Rochester, New...

Oct 6, 2023

Thomas J Grant went to be with the Lord on October 6, 2023 with his wife of 65 years, Eileen Gates Grant, by his side. He is pre-deceased by his daughter Lisa and his son Richard. He is survived by his wife Eileen, Son Thomas E. Grant (Margaret), daughter Joby Easley (Jim), and daughter Melinda Moseley (Scott). He was...

Oct 6, 2023

Anna Prekker (née Frenkiel)         May 27, 1941 - October 5, 2023

Anna Prekker's life was nothing short of a miracle. And she lived it that way. She was the first to be by your side if you were ill and the first to celebrate with you when you were well. She loved to dance and she dreamed...

Oct 5, 2023

John A. Bentkowski passed away peacefully on October 5, 2023 in Ithaca, NY. John was born In Buffalo, NY February 4, 1926 to John A. and Rose (Nykiel) Bentkowski. He was a former parishioner at St. Casimers Parish in Buffalo. He was drafted into the Navy during WWII. Prior to being drafted, he worked as an assembler and mechanic...

Oct 3, 2023

Caesar, a.k.a. Messiah succumbs to his death unexpectedly on October 3rd , 2023. Caesar was 67 years of age at the time of his death. Caesar was the 1st child born to Earline and Augustus Slaughter Jr. on July 3, 1956 in Manhattan, New York. Caesar had a troublesome past, but despite it all he strived continually to have...

Oct 1, 2023

Vernon Mason Briggs, Jr., age 86, of Ithaca, NY passed away in Montour Falls NY after a short illness, on October 1, 2023. He was a teacher and an economist devoted to the study of public policies designed to advance the economic well-being of American workers and their families. He appreciated living in Ithaca with its beautiful natural environment....

Sep 30, 2023

Anna Blume, passed away peacefully with her family by her side.  A complete obituary will be posted soon.   A graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, October 4 at 11 am in Green Springs Natural Cemetery.

Sep 29, 2023

Francis Albert Facer, passed September 29, 2023 at age 106.  Francis passed peacefully surrounded by his family. He was born in Geneva, NY on December 19, 1916, the son of Claude A. and Carolyn E. (Schlageter). He was predeceased by his wife Mary (Morris), brothers Thomas and Frederick Facer and grandson Matthew Maier.  He is survived by his daughter...

Sep 27, 2023

Larry V. Drake, 83 of Ithaca, NY passed away September 27, 2023. Born in Ithaca on August 25, 1940 he was the son of the late Max and Madelin Genter Drake. He was a machine operator with Borg Warner for many years prior to retirement.

He is survived by his wife, Debbie L. Bell and children.

Sep 26, 2023

Larry Lockwood passed away peacefully 09/26/2023 surrounded by his loving family. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a sports fanatic and attended many high school football games. Anyone that knew Larry knew he would give the shirt off his back to help someone as such he donated his organs as his final wish. He...

Sep 18, 2023

Bryan Van Campen, beloved son of Darrel and Orlene (Crone) Van Campen, passed away unexpectedly on September 18, 2023.

A lifelong resident of the Ithaca area, Bryan was born in Tompkins Community Hospital on April 13, 1963. He was active in the performing arts throughout his life—taking great joy in working with the Ithaca Shakespeare Company, the...

Sep 18, 2023

Josephine Carmella Natoli Van Order, 84, passed away peacefully September 18, 2023 at Cayuga Medical Center, Ithaca, NY. Jo was born February 14, 1939 in Syracuse, NY to Frank and Rose Natoli (Masterpole). She was a graduate of St. Mary’s High school in 1956. She then attended Cortland State University where she achieved a Bachelor of Science and Masters...