Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Ithaca, NY

Ruth  Brodkin Newman

Ruth Brodkin Newman

Feb 11, 2020

Ruth Brodkin Newman, 100, a resident at Kendal at Ithaca, Died Tuesday, February 11, 2020.

In keeping with Ruth's wishes there will be no public services.

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Mary  Wyolene Lupo

Mary Wyolene Lupo

Feb 10, 2020

Born January 29,1942 in Ville Platte, Louisiana to Alfred and Evelyn Douget, Mary was the second daughter in a small bayou family of seven children; Gerald Douget, Geraldine Zajchowski, Freddie Mae Douget, Moris Glyn Douget, Mitchell Douget, and James Douget.

She was married to and predeceased by  the love of her life, Anthony...

Diana  M. Gaul

Diana M. Gaul

Feb 8, 2020

Diana M. Gaul, 89, of Upper Creek Road, Freeville, NY died Saturday February 8, 2020.

Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced.

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Margaret  J. Bald

Margaret J. Bald

Feb 5, 2020

NEWFIELD - Margaret J. Bald, 75, of Newfield, died on Wednesday, February 5, 2020.  Arrangements under the direction of Bangs Funeral Home, Inc. are private.

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Maria Nestopoulos

Maria Nestopoulos

Feb 5, 2020

Maria Nestopoulos, 94, of Ithaca, NY, passed peacefully on Wednesday, February 05, 2020 at the Oak Hill Manor Nursing Home with her beloved family at her side.

She was born in Vassara, Laconia, Greece on February 22, 1925 daughter of the late Nickolas and Diamando Gavrilis. As a first generation immigrant, she courageously left her home in...

Frank  H.T. Rhodes

Frank H.T. Rhodes

Feb 3, 2020

Frank Harold Trevor Rhodes, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully in Bonita Springs, Florida on February 3, 2020.

Frank was born in Warwickshire, England on October 29, 1926, to Gladys (nee Ford) and Harold Rhodes. After earning a PhD in geology at the University of Birmingham, Frank was awarded...

Janice  Alyce Rackowski

Janice Alyce Rackowski

Feb 2, 2020

Janice Alyce Rackowski, 89, of Vero Beach, FL.. died Sunday February 2, 2020, in Vero Beach, Fl.

Arrangements are pending and will be announced.

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Alice  M. Vargo

Alice M. Vargo

Feb 1, 2020

Alice M. Vargo, 72, of Rockwell Road Newfield, died Saturday February 1, 2020 at Cayuga Medical Center.

Arrangements are pending and will be announced

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Michael Swartz

Michael Swartz

Feb 1, 2020

Michael Swartz, 64, of 106 North Plain Street Ithaca, died Saturday, February 1, 2020 .

Arrangements are pending and will be announced.

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Elissa  A. Olevano

Elissa A. Olevano

Jan 30, 2020

Elissa “Lisa” Olevano, 87, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2020. She was born in Ithaca, daughter of the late Angelo and Elda Olevano.

Lisa was a graduate of Ithaca High School and was retired from Cornell University where she had worked for over 40 years. She had been an active member of the Newman Golf Course...

Ethelle Lesky

Ethelle Lesky

Jan 29, 2020

Ethelle Lesky (Ginger)  died peacefully at Bridges in Ithaca, New York on January 29, 2020, surrounded by loving family members. She had a full and vibrant life during her 98 years. Her loving spirit and marvelous sense of humor will be missed by her family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband David Lesky some years ago.

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Belinda Gilbert

Belinda Gilbert

Jan 26, 2020

Belinda Gilbert, 63, of Ithaca, NY, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2020 at her home following a long illness. She was born in Buffalo, daughter of Dimple Gray Richardson who survives her and the late James Gray. Prior to her disability she had worked at Ithaca College and the Lakeside Nursing Home.

In...

George  W. Hetzlein

George W. Hetzlein

Jan 25, 2020

George W. Hetzlein, 63, of Ithaca, NY, died unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, January 25, 2020. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA, son of Louise F. Maciel Hetzlein who survives him and the late George W. Hetzlein, Sr. George’s occupation and passion was acting.

In addition to his mother he is survived by his...

Margaret  A. Stoughton

Margaret A. Stoughton

Jan 23, 2020

Some of the fun and laughter went out of the lives today for those who loved our Peggy.  Margaret Stoughton passed away in the early hours of January 23rd at Robert Packer Hospital. She had suffered a major stroke on the previous weekend.

Peggy was born November 14, 1946 in Dumont, NJ and raised in...

Robert  Patrick Bickford

Robert Patrick Bickford

Jan 23, 2020

Robert Patrick "Robbie" Bickford, 33, manager of the Brookton's Market in Brooktondale, NY, died unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, January 23, 2020.

Arrangements are pending and will be announced.

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Steven  A. Bunkowski

Steven A. Bunkowski

Jan 22, 2020

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Steven Albert Bunkowski, age 53, passed away unexpectedly in his home during the week of January 16.  Steven was born on August 22, 1966 in Ithaca, the son of Irene Bunkowski (deceased). He was the youngest of three children and was predeceased by his sister, Halina Brinegar and...

Terry  R. Tulley

Terry R. Tulley

Jan 17, 2020

Terry Rudolph Tulley passed away unexpectedly on Friday January 17,2020.

Terry is survived by his wife of 17 years Cassy Lovelace, his children, Christopher, Benjamin, Lily, Miley and Joley, his father Terry, his siblings Timothy, Billi Jo, Missy and Rosie, numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his mother Colleen.Terry was born in Ithaca...

Joseph Petrillose

Joseph Petrillose

Jan 16, 2020

Joseph Anthony Petrillose, 81, passed away on January 16, 2020. Joe was born January, 8, 1939, the son of the late Anthony and Antoinette (DeAngelis) Petrillose. He was predeceased by his wife, Peggy C. Petrillose who died April 21, 2019. Joe is lovingly survived by his daughter Dana Williams of Ithaca, NY; daughter Jolie Massicci of Ithaca,...

Viola  I. Hatt

Viola I. Hatt

Jan 15, 2020

Viola I. Hatt, 94, longtime resident of Ithaca, NY, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2020. She was born in St. Cloud, MN on February 16, 1925 daughter of the late Floyd and Celia Miller West and moved to Ithaca with her family when she was 7 years old.

Viola is survived by her husband of 73 years,...

Suzanne Schleifer

Suzanne Schleifer

Jan 14, 2020

Suzanne Schleifer, 76, died Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at the Cayuga Ridge Nursing Facility.

Arrangements are pending and will be announced.

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