OBITUARIES


Elizabeth "Betty" I. Darling

Elizabeth "Betty" I. Darling

Dec 10, 2009

Elizabeth "Betty" I. Darling, 85, of Warren Center, Pa passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2009 at her home. Betty was born on October 23, 1924 in Warren Center, Pa, a daughter of the late Albert and Gladys (Manchester) Dewing. She attended school in Warren Center until the 11th grade and was a graduate of the Vestal High School...

Robert G. Downing, Jr.

Robert G. Downing, Jr.

Dec 7, 2009

Robert G. Downing, Jr., 67, passed away on Monday, December 7, 2009 at his home. Bob was born on October 20, 1942 in Ithaca a son of the late Marymargaret (Lantzy) and Robert G. Downing, Sr. He was a graduate of Tioga Central High School and following graduation enlisted in the US Navy and proudly served his country aboard...

Ethel M. Waterman

Ethel M. Waterman

Nov 13, 2009

Ethel M. Waterman, 92, of Nichols passed away peacefully on Friday, November 13, 2009 following a period of declining health. Ethel was born on February 12, 1917 in Sayre, Pa a daughter of the late William and Mabel (Ammerman) Patton. She was a member of the Nichols Presbyterian Church, OES Chapter 175, Nichols American Legion Auxiliary and the Nichols...

Joseph F. Caganek

Joseph F. Caganek

Nov 7, 2009

Joseph F. Caganek, 61, of Warren Center, Pa passed away suddenly on Saturday, November 7, 2009 at his home. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 37 years Martha (Holmes) Caganek, his son and a very special daughter-in-law: Joseph and Kathleen Caganek; a special friend who was like a son to him, Dave Gamble;...

Lincoln James Cascio

Lincoln James Cascio

Oct 31, 2009

When someone you love becomes a memory…the memory becomes a treasure. Lincoln James Cascio, 43, passed away unexpectedly on October 31, 2009. Lincoln was first and foremost the proud father of his two daughters whom he loved with all of his heart. His family was always by his side and loved him unconditionally. Lincoln was committed to his music...

Catherine "Kate" Louise Nye

Catherine "Kate" Louise Nye

Oct 29, 2009

Catherine "Kate" Louise Nye, 78, of Nichols passed away peacefully, Thursday, October 29, 2009 following an extended illness. A life long resident of Nichols, Kate was born on July 7, 1931 a daughter of the late Earl and Nellie (Olmstead) Dutton. A loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother Kate always treasured the time spent with her family. She enjoyed...

Junia Berry Meeker

Junia Berry Meeker

Oct 22, 2009

A mother holds her children's hand for a while….their hearts forever. Our loving mother and grandmother Junia Berry Meeker, 87, of E. River Rd., Lounsberry passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2009. Junia is survived by her children: Beverly Meeker of Nichols; Carlene (Bob) Bullock of Maine, NY; son Robert Meeker of Port Crane; her special grandchildren: Benjamin and...

Assunta "Tina" Baer

Assunta "Tina" Baer

Oct 4, 2009

Assunta "Tina" Baer, 85, of Reading, Pa passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2009 at the Skilled Nursing Unit of the Towanda Memorial Hospital following a period of declining health. Tina was born on December 2, 1923 in Reading, Pa a daughter of Michael and Mary (Adey) Viscardi. She was a member of the Hope Lutheran Church where she...

Robert "Bob" M. Senatore

Robert "Bob" M. Senatore

Sep 28, 2009

Robert M. Senatore, 80, of Rome, PA and formerly of Montville, New Jersey, passed away following a period of declining health on Monday, September 28, 2009 at the Robert Packer Hospital. Bob was born on October 2, 1928 in Newark, NJ, a son of the late Mario and Mary (Stoeckel) Senatore. Bob was employed by Curtiss-Wright Flight Systems for...

Sandra I. Curtis

Sandra I. Curtis

Sep 26, 2009

A Mother holds her children's hands for a while…their hearts forever. Our loving mother and grandmother, Sandra I. Curtis, 70, of Dean St., Owego, passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2009 following a period of declining health. Sandra is survived by her children: Rick Curtis of Trumansburg; Sherry Pike of Sherburne; and Vicki (Larry) Shafer of Endicott; a brother...

Marjorie M. Tyrrell

Marjorie M. Tyrrell

Sep 25, 2009

Marjorie M. Tyrrell, 84, of Woodhaven Dr.,Owego, NY passed away on Friday evening, September 25, 2009 at her home. Marjorie is survived by her husband of 63 years, Murray H. Tyrrell; her children: Marcia R. Jenks; Dana M. Tyrrell, Sr., Julie (Jay) Harding; five grandchildren, four great grandchildren; five nieces and a nephew also survive. She was predeceased by...

Richard "Dick" L. Rockefeller

Richard "Dick" L. Rockefeller

Sep 19, 2009

Those we hold most dear never truly leave us…they live on in the kindnesses they showed, the comfort they shared and the love they brought into our lives….Richard L. "Dick" Rockefeller, 71, of Potterville (RR2, Rome, PA) passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2009 following a period of declining health. Dick was born on September 27, 1937 in Endicott,...

David A. Cooley, Sr.

David A. Cooley, Sr.

Sep 15, 2009

On Tuesday, September 15, 2009, David Allen Cooley, Sr., died peacefully in his home while surrounded by his family. He was born on November 3, 1923 in Towanda, Pa. He spent most of his life in and around the Towanda area. Upon graduating from Towanda High School in 1941, Dave, as he was known to his family and friends,...

Robert "Bob" C. Proof

Robert "Bob" C. Proof

Sep 12, 2009

You left us beautiful memories, your love is still our guide tho' we can not see you, you are always by our side. Surrounded by his family, Robert C. Proof, 68, of Homets Ferry, (RR 4, Wyalusing, Pa) passed away to his heavenly home on Saturday, September 12, 2009. Lovingly known and remembered as "Bob" he was born on...

William "Billy" R. Peletz

William "Billy" R. Peletz

Sep 5, 2009

William R. Peletz, 50, of Halsey Valley Rd., Barton, passed away on Saturday evening, September 5, 2009 following a period of declining health. Affectionately, known and remembered as Billy, he was born on February 28, 1959, in New Jersey a son of the late Peter Peletz and Sally Ratti. Billy was a veteran of the US Air Force and...

Sarah Jane Welfel

Sarah Jane Welfel

Aug 27, 2009

Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, so loved so missed so very dear…Sarah Jane Welfel, 73, of Windham Twp., (Rome, Pa) passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, August 27, 2009 at her home. Sarah, was born on July 18, 1936 in New Jersey, a...

Julie K. Bryden

Julie K. Bryden

Aug 25, 2009

Julie, a kind and gentle soul, now rests peacefully in the arms of her Savior. She leaves an empty void in a large family that loved her deeply and will always remember her. Julie K. Bryden, 38, of Owego, NY passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2009. Julie is survived by her parents: Margaret (Peg) and Pastor Gary Bryden...

Geraldine "Gerry" Mae Rought

Geraldine "Gerry" Mae Rought

Aug 17, 2009

Geraldine Mae (Bowman) Rought, 77, of West River Road, Nichols passed away on Monday evening, August 17, 2009 at the Robert Packer Hospital following a period of declining health. A life long resident of Nichols, Gerry was born on September 12, 1931 a daughter of Floyd and Charlotte A. (Reynolds) Bowman. Gerry treasured the time spent with her family,...

Max Lent Dewing

Max Lent Dewing

Aug 17, 2009

Max Lent Dewing, 81, of Warren Center, pa passed away at home on Monday morning, August 17, 2009. Max was born on September 22, 1927 in Warrenham, Pennsylvania a son of Albert and Gladys (Manchester) Dewing. Max attended the Warren Center School. In addition to running the family farm, Max was also employed at BMC for a few years,...

Richard L. Lawrence

Richard L. Lawrence

Aug 16, 2009

Richard L. Lawrence, 68, of Van Atta Road, Waverly, NY passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2009 following a period of declining health. Affectionately known and remembered as Dick, he was born on August 2, 1941 in Waverly, NY a son of the late Daniel and Genevieve (Hill) Lawrence. He was a graduate of Waverly High School class of...

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