Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Ithaca, NY

Helen Allmuth Ayer
May 4, 2019
Helen Allmuth Ayer died peacefully on May 4th surrounded by her family. Death finished the job that dementia began nearly twenty years ago. Before she had to engage with dementia, Helen was a vibrant and energetic member of the many communities in which she lived. She was a graduate of Cornell University with a BS in Home Economics and...

Gayle Gray
May 3, 2019
It is with tremendous sadness that I, Gayle Gray (born July 3, 1948) announce my departure from this earth after a lengthy illness on May 3rd, 2019 at the age of 70 years old. I will always hold within my heart and care my precious son, Damon Furberg, my beloved daughter-in-law, Jacki Remus, and my adorable grandchildren Grace and...
Thelma Lou Groves
May 2, 2019
Lou Groves, also known at various times in her life as Lou Myers and Thelma Louola Johnson, passed away peacefully at the age of 93 on Thursday, May 2, 2019. As she wished, she passed away at home, at the Old Hundred elder home on Five Mile Drive in Ithaca, New York. She declined and passed away...

Scott Steelman
Apr 28, 2019
Ithaca, NY — Scott Steelman passed away of a heart attack in Ithaca, NY this past Sunday evening, April 28, 2019 at the age of 67. He spent a relaxing weekend celebrating his birthday with his wife and friends before his passing. He is survived by his wife, Carol Chaplin, daughter, Alexandra Steelman, sister, Suzanne Steelman &...
Michael E. Visnyei
Apr 27, 2019
Michael E. (Ernie) Visnyei 94, died Saturday April 27, 2019 at home surrounded by family. Ernie graduated in 1942 at Ithaca High School. He wrestled for the YMCA for many years. Traveling all over the U.S. with the team. He earned 2nd place in the U.S in his weight class and was slated to wrestle in the Olympics, however, WWII...

Lorraine A. Bard
Apr 26, 2019
Lorraine A. Bard, 52, of Baldwinsville, NY died Friday April 26, 2019 at Upstate Medical Center, as the Result of Automobile Accident.
Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced.
Mildred M. Mcfall
Apr 25, 2019
Mildred M. (Clark) McFall was called home by her Lord & Savior on 4/25/19. Millie was born October 22, 1926 in Jersey Shore, PA. She is predeceased by her first husband, Harold J. Morgan (1954), then by husband of 58 years, Gerald L. McFall; parents Charles & Elizabeth Clark, brother Dale Clark, sister Betty Houghton, and great...
David Phillip Mankin
Apr 24, 2019
David P Mankin, the beloved Professor of Classics at Cornell, passed away unexpectedly on April 24, 2019. He is survived by his sister Allison, his brother Keith, two devoted cats and a host of students and friends who benefited from his warm wisdom and generosity through the years.
David was a famous figure loping through...

David E. Riley
Apr 22, 2019
David E. Riley, 58, died Monday, April 22, 2019 at the Hospicare Residence.
A memorial service with burial in Grove Cemetery in Trumansburg will be announced at a later date.

Kevin Lambert
Apr 21, 2019
Kevin Lambert, 65, of Newfield, NY, died Sunday, April 21, 2019 at Upstate Medical Hospital, Syracuse, NY.
In keeping with Kevin's wishes there will be no public services.
Peggy C. Petrillose
Apr 21, 2019
Peggy C. Petrillose, 78, of Ithaca, NY passed away on April 21, 2019. She is lovingly survived by her husband Joe Petrillose of Ithaca, NY; daughter Dana Williams of Ithaca, NY; daughter Jolie Massicci of Ithaca, NY (Mike); son A.J. Petrillose of Bedford, NY (Kristen); brother Jim Chester of Fort Myers, FL (Cathie); sister Cookie Terboss of Philadelphia, PA;...

Donald D. Dawson
Apr 19, 2019
Donald D. Dawson, 94, died Friday, April 19, 2019 at Cayuga Ridge.
Arrangements are pending and will be announced.
Frances E. Burcham
Apr 19, 2019
Frances E. Burcham (Fritzie), age 92, died peacefully and with family on Good Friday, April 19, 2019. She was born July 18, 1926 in Rosewood, Ohio, the daughter of Cora and Ward Van Horn. Fritzie graduated from Harrison Adams High School in 1944 and was employed at Cromwell Collins Publishing Company, Wren’s Department Store and Bauer Brothers in Springfield,...

Sally A. Brown
Apr 18, 2019
Sally A. Brown, 80, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2019 at the Cayuga Medical Center.
In keeping with her wishes there will be no public services.
Carolyn S. Romani
Apr 17, 2019
Carolyn S. Romani, 78, of Hanshaw Rd., Ithaca, NY, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, April 17, 2019. She was born in Elmira, NY, daughter of the late Francis and Olga Stanton Letizia. She was predeceased by her brother Michael (Maryann) Letizia (Elmira, NY).
Carolyn was retired from the Ithaca City School District where she had...Karen Eileen Massicci
Apr 16, 2019
Karen Eileen Massicci passed away from injuries sustained in a swimming accident on April 16, 2019 while vacationing in Tampa, Florida. Born July 17, 1959 in Ithaca, NY, the second of four children of Peter J. and Patricia (Uher) Massicci.
Karen was mischievous and expressive from the time she could talk and packed a lot into 59...
Phan Sy
Apr 15, 2019
ITHACA – Phan Sy, 76, of Ithaca, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 13, 1943 in Cambodia.
Phan is survived by her four children, Sophal Oung, Vannara Oung, Sopheap Oung, Lina Oung; 14 grandchildren; and 9 great grandchildren.
Friends may call from...
Pia Cryztal
Apr 15, 2019
"Pia Cryztal passed away April 15th after a long illness. She is survived by her children, Adam and Ashley Cake, and her brothers Leszek (Mary) Michniewicz and Andrej (Terry) Michniewicz. A remembrance service will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Ithaca, NY on Saturday, May 18th at 6pm and all are welcome to attend. A...
Jane S. Williams
Apr 12, 2019
Jane S. Williams, age 85 years, died peacefully April 12, 2019 at Hospice Care of Ithaca. Jane’s biggest loves were her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was an avid reader and loved to play cards. She was a lifelong member of the Brooktondale Volunteer Fire Department. She was a founding member of the Ithaca Paid Firefighters Auxiliary....
Mark Humulock
Apr 12, 2019
Mark A Humulock, 64, waived goodbye to all his friends on April 12th, 2019. He was survived by his 2 daughters, Shannon (Randy) Bocook and Nikki Humulock as well as his 4 grandchildren, Merrik Foune, Darien and Bryce Bocook and Auron Humulock. He also leaves his sister Susie Davis and her family. As a member of the local 267 Mark...