Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Ithaca, NY

Hon. Walter J. Relihan

Hon. Walter J. Relihan

Jan 11, 2017

Hon. Walter J. Relihan, Jr., a retired Justice of the New York Supreme Court, died on January 11, 2017. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 61 years, Joan Marie Relihan of Binghamton, and by his sister Mary Virginia Romine, and by two nieces, Sarah Dana Grippen and Catherine Couse. He was survived by his children: Elizabeth Allen...

Simone  C. Attwood

Simone C. Attwood

Jan 11, 2017

Simone Attwood, 89, passed away peacefully at her home on N. Cayuga St. surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, January 11, 2017. A celebration of Simone's life will be held at a future date, probably spring or summer and will be announced. Private interment will be held at the Lakeview Cemetery, New Canaan, CT. Please omit flowers. In...

Rudolph  Francis Schick,  Jr.

Rudolph Francis Schick, Jr.

Jan 11, 2017

Rudolph Francis Schick, Jr., 69, died Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at the Cayuga Ridge Nursing Facility. He was born in Newark, NJ, son of the late Rudolph and Catherine Hammil Schick, He was retired from UNISYS Corp. where he had worked for 35 years. Rudolph is survived by his wife, Janice Firth Schick; his sons, Francis (Laura), Douglas (Melissa),...

Mary Morrison

Mary Morrison

Jan 10, 2017

Mary Morrison, 95, a resident of Kendal at Ithaca, died Tuesday, January 10, 2017. Arrangements are pending.

Janet  Selke How

Janet Selke How

Jan 8, 2017

Janet Selke How, 93, died Monday, January 08, 2017 at Longview. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced.

Sandra Williamson

Sandra Williamson

Jan 7, 2017

Sandra Williamson residing in Newfield,N.Y. passed away on January 7, 2017. She was 78 years old. Daughter of Louise Rivers and Jack Rivers predeceased. Six siblings,two siblings predeceased Judith Schmidt and William Rivers. Roland Rivers, Charles Rivers ,Jacqueline Newhart ,Sharon Bennett. Two dughters Cheryl Eustice and Tracey Andrea, 5 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Several great...

Kevin Polanko

Kevin Polanko

Jan 7, 2017

Kevin Polanko, 60, of 1229 Trumansburg Road, Ithaca died Saturday January 7, 2017 at the Cayuga Ridge Care Canter. Arrangements are pending and will be announced.

Robert  James Orange

Robert James Orange

Jan 3, 2017

Robert James Orrange, 93, of Bella Vista Drive Ithaca, died Wednesday January 3, 2018 at Bridges at Cornell, A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Catherine of Siena at time to be announced in a complete obituary with Burial at St Mary's Cemetery in Cortland, New York.

David  J. Natali

David J. Natali

Dec 31, 2016

David J. Natali, 67, lifelong resident of Ithaca, passed away Saturday, December 31, 2016 at the Cayuga Medical Center. He was born in Ithaca, son of Rose Parente Natali who survives him and the late Joseph Natali. Dave had worked for N.C.R. for over 30 years. He was an avid fan of the New York Yankees and New York...

Alyce  S. Petrillose

Alyce S. Petrillose

Dec 30, 2016

Alyce S. Petrillose, 94, of Ithaca, passed away on December 30, 2016 at Oak Hill Manor. She was born Alice Marie Swanson in Clifford, North Dakota, the daughter of Augusta Turnquist and John Albin Swanson. The family moved to Minneapolis, MN when Alyce was a young girl. Eventually Alyce and her sister Irene left to live and work in...

Deborah  Ann Canestaro

Deborah Ann Canestaro

Dec 30, 2016

Deborah AnnDeborah Ann Canestaro passed away peacefully on December 30, 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts surrounded by her loving family and lifelong friends. Deborah would have turned 67 on January 19th, 2017. She resided in Brooktondale, NY in the beautiful home she has lived in for almost 40 years. Deborah was born on January 19, 1950 in Cortland, NY to...

Barbara  Brion Rogers

Barbara Brion Rogers

Dec 29, 2016

Barbara Brion Rogers, 68, passed away peacefully at her home on December 29, 2016. She was born in Alliance, OH, daughter of the late Alick and Madelyn Honness Brion. Barb is survived by her husband, Danny Taylor; her children, Mark (Anette) Rogers, Elizabeth (Robert Gitzeneaner) Rogers and Christopher Rogers and her grandchildren, Alex, Jessica, Mackenzie and Jasper. She is...

William  Lyle Lefferts  Iii

William Lyle Lefferts Iii

Dec 29, 2016

William Lyle Lefferts III, 64, of Ellis Hollow Rd., died Friday, December 30, 2016 at his home. Arrangements are pending.

Bryant Defrahn "Moose" Moore

Bryant Defrahn "Moose" Moore

Dec 27, 2016

Bryant DeFrahn "Moose" Moore, 27, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at his residence in Lansing. He was born in Ithaca on May 16, 1989. Bryant was a graduate of Lansing High School and was pursuing a photography degree at Tompkins Cortland Community College. He was an avid fan of art and in particular visual art including video...

Frederick  A. Rowley

Frederick A. Rowley

Dec 26, 2016

Frederick Rowley, 80, of Ridgedale Rd., Ithaca, NY died Monday, December 26, 2016 at the Cayuga Medical Center. He was born Buffalo, NY son of the late Frederick and Catharine Willoughby. Fred was an accomplished photographer and photographic artist. His works have been displayed from New York City galleries to the State of The Art Gallery in Ithaca. He...

Robert  Edward (Bob)  Musal

Robert Edward (Bob) Musal

Dec 25, 2016

Robert (Bob) Musal, 81, of Horseheads, NY and formerly of Ithaca, passed away on Christmas Day 2016. He was born May 05, 1935 in Newark, NJ to the late Ruth and Edward Musal. He was predeceased by his younger brother, Russell and younger sister, Lois Bender. He is survived by his sons, Kip Musal of St. Petersburg, FL and...

Hazel  K. Mandeville

Hazel K. Mandeville

Dec 17, 2016

Hazel Kirk Mandeville Ithaca, NY Hazel Kirk Mandeville, 96, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 17th, 2016 at her home, which was filled with her family and friends. While she will be greatly missed; she lived a long and happy life, full of love. Hazel was a caregiver since the age of five; she was the embodiment of generosity and...

June  C. Heroy

June C. Heroy

Dec 17, 2016

June C. Heroy, 82, of 1028 Ellis Hollow Rd. Ithaca, died Saturday December 17, 2016 at the Hospicare Residence. Arrangements are pending and will be announced

Clifford Beckley  Sr.

Clifford Beckley Sr.

Dec 17, 2016

Clifford Beckley Sr. 64, of 212, Main St. Freeville, New York, died Saturday December 17, 2016 at the Cayuga Medical Center. Arrangements are pending and will be announced.

Bonnie  Sue Edwards

Bonnie Sue Edwards

Dec 15, 2016

Bonnie Sue Edwards, 62, of Autumn Ridge Circle, Ithaca, died Thursday December 15, 2016 at Robert Packer Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Raymond and Celia Ross. Bonnie was a long time dedicated employee of Manos Diner and most recently employed by Royal Court of Ithaca. Survivors include her long time companion: Bruce Shindhelm also her children:...