Jun 6, 2023

Gret Atkin passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, following a complicated heart surgery. Gret was born in Connecticut and grew up in Southbury, Morris, and Hamden. During her college years she was a member of Phi Upsilon Omicron (consumer science) and Phi Delta Kappa (education) and was a certified Water Safety Instructor. Gret graduated from the University of...

Jun 5, 2023

On June 5, 2023, Miriam “Mimi” Wallace Thuesen, 67, of Lansing, New York passed away peacefully at home with her beloved husband Michael, her two children, her sister, and her grandchildren at her side.

Born to Maury and Evelyn Wallace, on March 9, 1956, in Ithaca, New York, with her twin sister Patricia “Pat” Lucente, followed by...

May 31, 2023

On May 31, 2023, Dr. Hermogenes (Leni) Javier Mecenas, 94, of Ithaca, NY, passed away peacefully in the hospital with his beloved wife Joy (Ghent), his four sons, his four daughter in-laws, and six grandchildren at his side.

Born to Judge Pedro Mecenas and Felicidad (Javier) on the island of Panay in the Philippines, he had two...

May 31, 2023

David “Hippy” W. Carman, 68, of Ithaca, NY passed away peacefully on May 31, 2023 at Cayuga Medical Center surrounded by family.

David is survived by his wife of 20 years, Charlene; his two daughters, Heather (Anthony) Sinn Sr. and Trista Carman; his step-children, Skylar Reagin, Adrian Stetson and Raymond Larry; his brother, Douglas (Lori) Carman; his...

May 30, 2023

John R. Sayles of Newfield passed away on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at the age of 79.

John was born in Elmira, NY on September 1, 1943, a son of the late John F. and Ruth A. (nee Knapp) Sayles. He graduated from Newfield High School.  After graduating from Newfield High School he joined the Us Airforce...

May 27, 2023

Heidi Kallfelz, born September 28, 1941 in Yonkers, NY, daughter of Otto and Leonie (Dessimoz) Gantner, and sister of Loring Gantner, died peacefully on Saturday evening May 27th at her Ithaca home with family by her side.

Heidi spent her early childhood in Yonkers, NY until her family relocated to Walker Valley, NY nestled in the Catskill...

May 22, 2023

John Wilder Brewer Jr of Spencer, passed away at home on Monday, May 22nd. John was a loving man, and a friend to all he met. He was always willing to help someone in need and opened his door to family and friends, many of whom have stories of their time staying with him. John spent his free time...

May 13, 2023

Shirley Anne (Casselman) Goodrich passed away at home on Saturday May 13, 2023, a day after her 89th birthday. She was born May 12, 1934 in Norwood, New York to the late Margret (Pitts) Casselman and Corral Clifford Casselman. Shirley was predeceased by her husband of 48 years, Charles Edward Goodrich and her grandson Michael Paul Goodrich. She is...

May 12, 2023

Robert C. Stout Jr was born August 25, 1951.

Everyone who knew Rob (Bob to some) knew he was a straightforward man, who let you know where you stood in his life. If he liked you, he would give you the shirt off his back. But if you did something to make him distrust you, then he...

May 11, 2023

David Michael Ahlers Jr passed away on Thursday, May 11th surrounded by his loved ones. Dave was 58 years old. Born in Pittsburgh, PA his family soon made their way to Ithaca and decided to call it home. Dave, also known as "Mike," in his younger years, graduated from Ithaca High School in 1984. Dave was an amateur scientist...

May 10, 2023

Although he was fierce and courageous, our beautiful child’s struggle with depression and mental illness came to an abrupt end on May 10, 2023 at the age of 13. Jack Coburn-Lindahl – born Lovisa Lindahl – was a magnificent soul who possessed a formidable sense of independence and exhibited a unique style. He loved music, fashion, and spending time...

May 9, 2023

William B. Oliver of Ithaca, NY passed away on May 9, 2023 at the age of 48 surrounded by family and friends in the comfort of his home. William was born on May 10, 1974 to Francis Sr. and Rose Oliver. Billy enjoyed shopping at the Finger Lakes Re-Use Center, he was also a die-hard “Buffalo Bills” fan….”GO BILLS!”...

May 8, 2023

Ernest F. Jensen dropped his body on May 8, 2023. Known to friends as Ernie or EJ, he was born in Manhattan, NY on June 26, 1952.

The police took him from his mother, Elizabeth Mooney, when he was very young (perhaps 2 years old). He was taken to his mother's funeral when he was (perhaps) 5...

May 7, 2023

Henry E. Doney, Jr., passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023 in Ithaca, NY.  Born on August 9, 1935 in Punxsutawney, PA, he was the son of the late Henry E. Doney and Margaret Magner Doney.  An eagle scout as a young man, Henry attended the Rossiter, PA, public school and earned a degree in metallurgical engineering from Carnegie...

May 3, 2023

Phineas Kennedy Reeves aka PK or Ken, age 91 of Ithaca, NY passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at Kendal at Ithaca.

Born on January 26, 1932 in Kendallville, Indiana, he was the son of the late Alfred Kennedy Reeves and Marjorie Buell Reeves. Shortly after Ken was born the family moved to Cortland, NY and then...

May 1, 2023

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Charles E Howard. He went to be with our Heavenly Father on May 1, 2023.

Charles was a great man with an amazing sense of humor, he was loved by many. Charles dedicated his life to Law enforcement.  His law enforcement career began at Ithaca colleges in 1967...

Apr 23, 2023

Marlene Gail (Hulbert) Bower of Ithaca passed away on April 23, 2023. She was born in Ithaca on October 21, 1947 to Frederick and Gladys Hulbert.  Marlene was a kindhearted, loving woman who always had a smile to share and a laugh that would light up the room.  She had countless friends and loved ones.  To know her was...

Apr 21, 2023

Gavin Mahoney, aka The Lost Cat, returned home on April 21, 2023.  Born on July 21, 1967 in Binghamton, NY, Gavin grew up in Apalachin, NY and spent his childhood summers on Skaneateles Lake.  He was in Vestal High School’s class of 1986.

Gavin was an activist, artist and aristocat!  He captured the love and admiration of...

Apr 16, 2023

We are deeply saddened to announce the unexpected passing of Colleen G Gee. Colleen lived in Brooktondale NY. She was 72 when she passed away on April 16, 2023. Colleen was born on July 30th, 1950 in Ithaca, NY.

Colleen was a strong, caring, loving, beautiful soul. She was always willing to help anyone she could, whether...

Apr 14, 2023

Bonney G. Tompkins, 74, of Newfield passed away on April 14, 2023.  She was born on July 11, 1948 to the late Derek and Eleanor Rea.  Besides her parents, Bonney is deceased by her daughter, Marcia Saunders.  She is survived by her husband, Lloyd Tompkins.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at...