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Sister Helen Dolores Hart, CSJ, died on July 30 at Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse. Sister Helen was 77 and had been a Sister of St. Joseph of Carondelet for 58 years. A Syracuse native, Sister Helen was the daughter of Helen Mertz and Cornelius Hart. She was the youngest of three children, joining older brothers Neil and Bill. Sister Helen was an eighth-grade graduate of St. Brigid's School before graduating from St. Lucy's Academy, and entered the Sisters of St. Joseph in September 1963, professing final vows in 1971. Her zeal and generosity were a perfect fit for the community, and she shared her gifts willingly, never looking back. Sister Helen's ministry was almost...

He was predeceased by his parents, William E. Davies and Lucille Davies (Stringham); brother-in-law, Brian Leahy; sister, Robin Davies; and brother, James Davies. William is survived by his three children. Son, William E. (Patti) Davies III his "Bud"; Daughters, Emily (Hal) Stewart his "Princess", and Amanda (Dan) VanVolkinburg his "Pumpkin"; grandchildren, Jacob Ashman, William E. Davies IV, Alex Davies, and Elizabeth VanVolkinburg. His siblings, Sharon Leahy, Melody (Jeff) McDonald, Holly (Eugene) Posniewski, as well as his cousins, nieces and nephews. Many dear friends, along with his brothers and sisters he served with during his 38-year career in law enforcement. William took great...

Linda Truex Medlar, 76, passed away July 4, 2022 at her home in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, following a lengthy illness. Born in Binghamton, New York, she was predeceased by her husband Philip in 2001. She and Philip lived for many years in Florida. Linda worked in an office before retiring and pursuing her love of golf. She was member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Post357 in Hallstead, Pennsylvania. Linda is survived by three daughters - Lynette (David) Florance, Tina (Ben - deceased) VanDerLinde and Stacy (Jerred) Turner; five grandchildren - Cortney (Brandon) Hall, Anthony (Sara) Florance, Jordan VanDerLinde, Madison VanDerLinde and Kylie (Troy) Bailey; and two great grandchildren...

Frances Dombroski, 94 recently of Fuquay-Varina NC, passed away on June 25, 2022. She lived for many years in Reading, PA and her longtime home in the Endicott, NY area. Frances was born on August 13, 1927, to the late, Walter and Verna Macierowski in Wilkes-Barre, PA. She was a graduate of GAR High School, Wilkes-Barre, PA. Francis was a member of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Endicott, NY. Frances worked as a secretary at Frank's Auto Body Shop then at General Electric in Johnson City, NY. In retirement she volunteered at a local hospital and enjoyed outings and visits with her much-loved family and friends. In addition to her parents, Frances was preceded in death by her husband...

Wilma Robbins, 99, of Winter Haven, FL passed away on June 23, 2022. She was predeceased by her husband Mo and her son Rob. She is survived by her children Judi Hecht (Bill), Dave Robbins (Tricia), Mike Robbins (Anne), 7 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She is remembered for her love of family and friends. Military interment will be at Bushnell National Cemetery, FL in the fall.

Jane Blanford Flanagan, 92, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on 5/22/22. She was predeceased by her parents Lena and Hordley Hughes; husbands William Blanford and Tom Flanagan; and her son in law Michael Stento. Jane is survived by her daughters Tammy & James Hitt, who she lived with, Terry & Russ Harrington and Kimberly Stento; grandchildren Bradley Marshall and Makenna Harrington; her brother John Hughes; and many other extended family. Jane was a registered nurse at the Binghamton Psychiatric Center until her retirement in 1990, when she moved to Florida. Our Crafty Lady Jane stayed very busy with her craft classes and bingo with her friends at...

Betty Ann Novovesky of Bloomington, Indiana went to be with her Lord on May 2, 2022. Born on September 20th sometime in the first half of the 20th century, Betty spent her childhood between Paterson, New Jersey where she was born and Kingsley, Pennsylvania where she spent many happy days with her relatives there. She later moved to Binghamton, New York where she began her career as an executive secretary. She was a single mom to Linda until 1970 when she met widower, Florian Novovesky, who had six children of his own. Their adventure began in July 1971 and what an adventure it was! During their 43 years together, in addition to raising seven children, they traveled a lot, ran a variety of...

Christine Anne Albee, 74, passed away on Friday, April 22, 2022. She was born in Syracuse, New York on January 1, 1948 and lived most of her life in the Binghamton area of New York. Then, she and her husband moved to Warrenville, South Carolina when they retired after selling their pool company. She was preceded in death by her husband, James R. Casey; her parents, G. Thomas Albee and Anna Mae Johnson Albee, as well as her brother, R. Thomas Albee, and sister, Kathleen Rebecca Albee; and her daughter, Ricki-Anne Kadlecik. Christine was a 1966 graduate of Maine-Endwell Central School District. She loved to travel and camp. Christine is survived by her daughters, Michelle (Steve) Davis...

84, of Pinellas Park, FL and Endicott, NY, passed away on Wednesday, April 13, 2022. He was a proud veteran of the US Army. Harold was preceded in death by his daughter Alisanne Beach. He is survived by his wife, Donna Nabinger Beach; stepsons Tim and Andrew Morrell; brother Gary (Florence) Beach; brother-in-law Butch Ray Nabinger; grandson and special great-grandchildren Alisa and Jameson. Services will be held at a later date.

Frank John Jindra, 82, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday April 7th 2022. Frank was born on September 27, 1939 in Binghamton, NY. He graduated from Binghamton High School in 1957. He went on to attend Villanova University. On January 12, 1963, he married Marilyn (Grodecki) Jindra. They lived in Endicott, NY. Frank worked at Endicott Johnson Shoe Company for 25+ years. They moved to Penn Yan, NY, where Frank worked for Iron Age Shoe Company. Frank and Marilyn retired to the Villages in 2003. Frank was an avid golfer. He enjoyed playing cards and going out with his friends. He adored his granddaughters, especially traveling with them to Disney and cruising. Frank was a wonderful...

Arnold W. Hall, 79, of New Port Richey, FL, passed away on March 27, 2022, surrounded by his children and grandchildren. Arnold was born in Binghamton, NY, and moved to Florida in 2014. Preceded in death by his wife, Gale M. Hall in 2004, his father Guy D. Hall in 1971, and his mother Gladys E. Hall in 2009. He is survived by his two sons and daughters-in-law Dan and Anna Hall, Stephen and Nicole Hall; his grandchildren Aubry and Evan Hall; his sister Phyllis Eckler; also brothers and sisters in law and numerous nieces and nephews. Arnold was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He was a friend to all and will be missed. A memorial service celebrating Arnold's life will...

Maria Pilar Hudy, 92, of Rome, NY and formerly of Zaragoza, Spain, passed away on January 26, 2022. She lived a long and happy life. Her sweet and kind demeanor and beautiful smile will live on with her family and friends. Born in Spain on January 2, 1930, she was the daughter of Maria Teresa Murias and Braulio Lombarte. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 48 years, Emery S. Hudy, and her brother, Jose Lombarte Murias. She is survived by her loving sister-in-law Pat Smith and brother-in-law Bart Smith of Naples, FL; loving sisters Alicia Lombarte of Spain and Teresa Lombarte of Italy; loving sister-in-law Rosa Serrano of Spain and a special niece, Lourdes Lombarte. Pilar is...

Emmerich John Bares III July 29, 1942 - January 15, 2022 After a courageous and valiant battle with cancer, Emmerich John Bares III passed away January 15th, 2022 with his beloved wife at his side and surrounded by love from family and friends. Born in Binghamton, NY, he was the son of the late Emmerich J and Mary Jane Bares. He attended Binghamton North High School and went on to Broom Tech Community College and Missouri Valley College. He began his working career in the family business carving granite and marble. He went on to form many businesses throughout his life. Challenge was his middle name. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Thompson Bares, his two daughters, Kimberly Bares...

Mark Patrick Stanton, 60, of Salisbury, went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at Novant Health Rowan Medical Center in Salisbury. He was born on March 17, 1961 in Broome County, NY to the late Clarence Stanton and Helen Molinex Stanton. Mark worked as a Construction Foreman as well as a Racecar Owner and Crew Chief. He enjoyed building and maintaining racecars for many teams but especially for his son Jeffrey in the Inex Bandolero and Legends Division at racetracks throughout the south. Mark also loved music and performed in several bands in his younger years along with participating in the choir at Organ Lutheran Church in Rockwell for many years before his illness. Mark...

Gerhard Kresse passed away on January 6, 2022, age 77, in Lawrenceville, GA, where he resided since 2014. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Patricia Kresse, daughters Brenda Kresse and Cynthia (Eric) Lancaster; son Joe Kresse and two grandchildren, Hailey Kresse and Hayden Kresse, and by his sister, Ingrid (Dennis) Saunders. He was preceded in death by his parents Eduard and Agnes Kresse, and his brother, Wolfgang Kresse. Gerhard was born in Gottschee and came to the US with his family at the age of 5 to grow up in Ridgewood, NY. He settled to raise a family in the Binghamton, NY area. He served in the Air Force as a Structural Aircraft Mechanic. After many years of employment with...

Gerhard Kresse passed away on January 6, 2022, age 77, in Lawrenceville, GA, where he resided since 2014. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Patricia Kresse, daughters Brenda Kresse and Cynthia (Eric) Lancaster; son Joe Kresse and two grandchildren, Hailey Kresse and Hayden Kresse, and by his sister, Ingrid (Dennis) Saunders. He was preceded in death by his parents Eduard and Agnes Kresse, and his brother, Wolfgang Kresse. Gerhard was born in Gottschee and came to the US with his family at the age of 5 to grow up in Ridgewood, NY. He settled to raise a family in the Binghamton, NY area. He served in the Air Force as a Structural Aircraft Mechanic. After many years of employment with...

Ronald Thomson, 72, of Leesburg, FL passed away at home peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, December 28, 2021. He was born on December 16, 1949 in Binghamton, NY. He grew up in Susquehanna, PA. He served in the Marine Corps from 1968 to 1970. He worked for IBM from which he retired after 30 years. After retiring he moved to Leesburg, FL to enjoy retirement life. He traveled and joined several clubs to be with friends and do one of his greatest passions, karaoke. He belonged to the Amvets Post 2006, American Legion Post #0219, F.O.E. Aerie 2644, South Lake County Lodge 1615, Elks 1578 and VFW #8087. Ronald is survived by his wife of 49 years, Candee, two children, Jennifer...

Norman Edward Pellerin passed away on Monday, December 13, 2021 in Charlotte, NC. Mr. Norman Pellerin was born on October 18, 1931, to the late Norman and Cora Pellerin in Scranton, PA. He was a resident of Windsor, NY, Conklin, NY, Myrtle Beach, SC, and for the past the 14 years, Rock Hill, SC. Norman was a retiree of NY Telephone, IMBEW Local 325, as well as a retired owner of The Mortgage Warehouse in Myrtle Beach, SC. He is survived by his wife, Martha Race Pellerin, of the home; his children, Linda Sexton (David), David Pellerin (MaryLou), and Lisa D'Arcy; his step-children, Cynthia Kehoe, Timothy Ryerson (Debra), and Andrew McHugh; 14 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and...

James "Jim" Phillip Margetson, 70, of Seymour, passed away on Saturday, December 11, 2021. Jim was born on June 6, 1951, in Endicott, NY. He proudly served in the Unites States Marine Corps for 8 years. He was a life-time member of Gold Wing Road Riders Association. Jim was also a member of Whittemore Hill United Methodist Church, Brothers of the Cross, and the American Pool Association. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Ziegler; and parents, Norman and Phyllis Margetson. Jim is survived by his loving wife, Donna Weeks Gunther Margetson; son, James Cody Margetson (Sheila); daughter, April Christine Margetson; brothers, John Margetson (Rose), and David Margetson (Nina);...

Mary Louise Farrell (Baraldi), 93, of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, formerly of Binghamton, NY, and Philadelphia, PA, passed away on December 10, 2021. She was the daughter of the late Henry and Marie Baraldi (Manning). Mary Louise was a graduate of West Catholic Girls High School. Family members include her sister, six children, twenty one grandchildren, and one great-grandchild: her sister, Margaret E. Thomas of Philadelphia, PA, her sons, Robert H. of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, and his children, Ryan, Kelsey, Madison and Reilly, David B. and Mary Farrell of Sheffield, MA and their children, Molly and Jake, Dr. Edward J. and Patricia Farrell of Ocklawaha, FL and their children, Rockwell, Carling,...

Passed from this life December 2, 2021. She is preceded in death by Wayne, her beloved husband of 65 years, and her siblings. She is survived by treasured sons Kurt and Neal (Linda), and cherished granddaughter Nicolette. Rena is further survived by sister-in-law, Lillian, special nieces Arlene and Sophia as well as many other dear nieces and nephews, old friends, valued neighbors and parish family. The youngest child of Italian immigrants, Rena began her rich life in Endicott, NY, and spent her final months with loving family, assisted by special caregivers, in her Milwaukee home of 64 years. Visitation will be at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 3970 N. 92nd St., Milwaukee, 53222, on...