Ernest Byrd, Jr.

Mar 19, 2025

Ernest Byrd Jr. 61, from Ithaca NY passed away peacefully on March 19 at Cayuga Medical Center. He was born in Volusia County Florida to Overlee Glover and Ernest Byrd Sr. He was a soulful, compassionate and creative man. He loved fishing, nascar racing and spending time with friends and family.

Ernest is survived by his father Ernest Byrd Sr. (Vivian),...

Gale Cynthia (Kidney) Park

Mar 17, 2025

God gained another perfect angel.

Gale Park, 73 of Ithaca passed away on March 17th, at Cayuga Medical Center after a courageous 47-year battle with Multiple Sclerosis, with her husband by her side. Gale and John were married May 2, 1970. May 2, 2025 would have been their 55th wedding anniversary.  Gale was born on July 27,...

George Scott Payton

Mar 10, 2025

George Scott Payton was born to Edwin and Elsie Payton in Hamilton Ontario Canada October 29,1930 and was ‘Promoted to Glory’ in the early morning hours of March 10, 2025.

George served over 45 years in ministry in The Salvation Army retiring in 1995 with the rank of Major.  This Sacramental life of service expanded to cities...

John G. Zavatski

Mar 10, 2025

John G. Zavatski Jr., 75, of Ithaca, passed away on March 10, 2025. Born in Brooklyn. John worked at the Royal Court Restaurant for 27 1/2 years. There will be no services per John's wishes.

Marian I. Beardslee

Mar 4, 2025

Marian I. Beardslee, a much loved great grandmother, grandmother, mother, daughter and sister, Marian Beardslee, 91, of Newfield, NY, passed away peacefully at her home on March 4, 2025 of natural causes. She was born November 5th, 1933 in Interlaken, NY. She spent the majority of her life residing in Newfield, NY.

Marian’s greatest joy in life...

Joseph Mckeon

Mar 2, 2025

“It’s a hotel at best - you’re here as a guest” - Jackson Browne, “Looking Into You”

Joseph Anthony McKeon, 62, was born to Diana Brady McKeon and Donald Stillwell McKeon

in Port Chester, NY.  He passed away on March 2, 2025 with family by his side.

Joe was...

Joe Burns

Feb 26, 2025

Joe Burns passed away on February 26th, after succumbing to Leukemia. He was surrounded by his brothers, nephews, children and friends. Joe was born in 1941 to Genevieve and John Burns in Queens, New York, the fourth of five boys.

Joe was raised in the rural outskirts of Cold Spring, NY. He graduated valedictorian from St. Patrick's...

Debra Kreidler

Feb 20, 2025

Debra Kreidler, 74 of Ithaca, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2025. No services are planned at this time.

Nancy (Hinger) Hare

Feb 19, 2025

Nancy (Hinger) Hare 84 of Ithaca, passed away peacefully at home on February 19, 2025 after a brief illness.

Nancy was born on August 13th, 1940, to Eleanor and Karl Hinger in Ithaca, NY. After Nancy graduated from Ithaca High School in1958, she went on to spend the majority of her career as the office and transportation...

Richard Keyser

Feb 18, 2025

Richard A. Keyser, 76, of Ithaca, NY, passed away at his home on February 18, 2025. Born on March 1, 1948, in Cobleskill, NY, he was the son of the late Kermit and Marilyn Keyser.

Richard studied Plant Sciences at Cornell University after graduating from cobleskill HS in 1966 and began his career working for Guernsey’s Schoharie...

Louise Dippolito

Feb 14, 2025

Louise Dippolito, 93, of Ithaca died Feb. 14th, 2025.

Harry Craig Miller

Feb 10, 2025

In Loving Memory of Harry Craig Miller

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Harry Craig Miller, beloved husband and father, and valued member of the Ithaca community. Craig passed away suddenly on his 75th birthday, February 10, 2025.

Born on February 10, 1950 in Elmira, NY, he grew up in Horseheads and was actively involved in youth...

Walter Albert Miller

Feb 10, 2025

Walter Albert Miller, age 86, of Newfield, NY passed away unexpectedly on Monday February 10, 2025 at home.

Born November 17, 1939 in Ithaca, NY he was the son of the late Walter and Albertine Straight Miller. Albert served in the US Army and was a member of the Patriot Guard. He was a firefighter and past chief of the Ithaca...

Marian Lang Blanchard

Feb 10, 2025

Marian Lang Blanchard, a native of Hamilton and a resident of Kendal at Ithaca since 2002, died February 10, 2025. She was 98.

Born in Hamilton on September 17, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Louis B. and Katherine Werdge Lang. She was valedictorian of the Hamilton High School class of 1944 and attended Cornell...

James Allen

Feb 10, 2025

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of James Stanley Allen on February 10, 2025, at the age of 88. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, James was a man of great skill, warmth, and unwavering devotion to his family.

Born and raised in Mount Carmel, Pennsylvania, James spent his life mastering the art of...

Ivana Gillet

Feb 8, 2025

Ivana Gillet, born on June 24, 1937, in Slovenia (formerly Yugoslavia), passed away on February 8, 2025, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She emigrated from her homeland, bringing with her a rich cultural heritage and a resilient spirit. Ivana's journey was marked by her strength, determination, and the love she shared with those around her. Her life was...

Mary Jay Tamas

Feb 8, 2025

Mary Jay Tamas passed away in Ithaca, New York on February 8, 2025. Mary was born on October 4th, 1935 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Tom and Hope Miller, and grew up in the suburb of Mount Healthy. Mary dedicated her life to education, earning a degree from Ohio State University before obtaining a master's degree in elementary education from...

Mary L. Camobreco

Feb 6, 2025

Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, Mary L. Camobreco (age 90) of Ithaca, NY, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of February 6th on the Feast of St. Paul Miki and Companions (2/6/25). She was born in Nyack, NY on September 29, 1934, to Vincenzo and Giovanna DiNardo and was the third of three girls. Mary attended...

Carol Ann Levitsky

Feb 6, 2025

Carol Ann Levitsky, 81, passed away on February 6, 2025, surrounded by her family in Ithaca, New York. She was born on April 20, 1943 in New Brunswick, New Jersey. She attended Trenton State College, New Jersey, earning a degree in Elementary Education. Carol was a lifelong educator and a beloved 4th grade teacher at Northeast Elementary School in...

Roy M. Schreck

Feb 1, 2025

Roy M. Schreck 72 of Newfield passed away on February 1, 2025 in Syracuse.  A graveside service will be held on Friday, February 7, 2025 at  Noon in Green Springs Natural Cemetery.