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, 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 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...
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, 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 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.
Ralph Anton Westwig of Ithaca, New York died January 25, 2025 at the age of 88. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Erna Arnold Westwig, their children Karen W Sommers (Bob) of Boston, MA and Erik A Westwig (Karen Trible) of Ithaca, NY and six grandchildren John Westwig, Olivia Sommers, Mark Westwig, Bobby Sommers, Anna Westwig,...
Claire Susan Rickard, age 67, of Ithaca, New York died January 24, 2025. She passed peacefully at her home. Claire was born on September 12th 1957 in Ithaca, the daughter of Charles Glenwood Rickard II and Florence Gates Rickard.
Claire lived in the Ithaca area most of her growing up years. She graduated from Ithaca High School,...
It is with sad news to note the passing of Mark von Schleider of Newfield, N.Y. at age 71, on January 24, 2025. Mark was born to Howard and June von Schleider in 1953 in Englewood, N.J. where he lived with his parents, sister Robin and brother Arthur. The family relocated to Ithaca in 1967 where Mark graduated from...
Anthony Lucatelli, 65, of Ithaca, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, listening to his favorite music and surrounded by his loving family. Tony was born on October 3, 1959, to Giuliano and Yolanda Lucatelli.
Tony worked for the family businesses Italian Carry Out and Lucatelli’s. Anthony went by many names Toad, Tiger, and his personal favorite...
Ronnie L. Crump, 71 of Ithaca, NY passed away Monday, January 20, 2025 at Cayuga Medical Center.
Born April 12, 1953 in Carthage, NY he was a son of the late Charles and Jeanette Remore Crump. In 1993, he met Raymond Heffron and they have enjoyed their 32 year partnership together. Ron retired from Building Care at...
Stanley (Stanislaw) Biskup, 85 of West Danby, NY, passed away peacefully, January 19, 2025.
Stanley was born in Warsaw Poland to Mariany Kozha and Karol Biskup. He immigrated to the U.S. in the late 1950’s.
He met his wife Anna in 1963, and they were married for 54 years.
Stanley was predeceased by...
Joanne Edith Jordan Davenport passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. She was born in Auburn, NY on October 17th, 1940 to the late Earl Westfall Jordan & Blanche Bernice (VanDyne) Jordan. Joanne spent most of her life on the farm she built with her husband, Raymond Ellis Davenport, who predeceased her in 2012. She loved their land and...
Richard L. Cogger May 1941 - January 2025 Richard "Dick" Cogger, electronics geek, information technology professional, and self-described "Jack of all trades" died age 83 on Friday the 10th, at the Bridges Cornell Heights "Fossil" residence, after a long decline with Alzheimer's. Dick was born in Detroit, Michigan, to parents Carroll Smith Cogger, electrical engineer and inventor, and Ruth...
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Arthur (Sam) L. Paul, age 83 of Kane PA, formerly of Gouverneur NY, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025 after a brief illness. He was born and raised in Galeton PA and was son of the late Arthur and Iva Paul. He was preceded in death by his wife of 37 years, Betty Kjelgaard Paul, who passed away...
Michael (Mike) A. Kandrach, 88, of Ithaca, passed away on January, 6, 2025.
Mike is survived by his wife Margaret; step-children: Christine Vangeli, Jeff Vangeli, Philip Vangeli, and Amy Magdon.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rose A. Morgan, who went to be with our Lord and Savoir on Sunday, January 5, 2025.
Rose was a kind and sweet soul, known for her enormous heart and loving spirit. She touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed by all who...
Frank L. Ferrante, age 72 from Elmira NY, passed away Saturday January 4, 2025.
Born in Brooklyn, NY on November 22, 1952 to parents Peter Ferrante Sr. and Rose Curcio.
Frank is predeceased by his father Peter Sr., his mother Rose ,his brother Peter Jr and his grandson William (Little Billy) Gross.
He...
Alberto “Butch” Valdez, 58 of, Ithaca, NY, formerly from, Donna, TX. Passed away on, January 4, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our youngest brother, Alberto. His passing was in his current residence of Ithaca, NY, where he made friends with many. Known for his enormous heart, he had a way...