OBITUARIES
Lawrence Ward Carlisle
Jan 18, 2026
Lawrence Ward Carlisle of Newfield passed away unexpectedly at Robert Packer Hospital on January 18, 2026 at the age of 86.
Larry was born in Ithaca on August 15, 1939, a son of the late Floyd and Isabella (Eaton) Carlisle. He worked for over 30 years at Lansing Research prior to his retirement. Larry also served as an Enfield Volunteer Firefighter...
Fred Millspaugh
Feb 8, 2026
Fred Millspaugh, a lifelong resident of Trumansburg, passed away peacefully on February 8th. He was a devoted husband to his wife of 44 years, Elisa Millspaugh, a proud father to his daughter Jessica Kanfer and her husband David, and an adoring grandfather to their two children, Jackson and Charlotte.
Born and raised in Trumansburg, Fred lived his entire life in the...
James A. Housworth
Feb 7, 2026
James Arthur Housworth of Ithaca passed away at Robert Packer Hospital on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at the age of 77.
Jim was born in May 24, 1948 in Ithaca, a son of the late William and Gene (Watrous) Housworth. He graduated from Charles O. Dickerson High School in 1966 and worked for many years as a tool and die engineer...
Ricardo L. Springer
Feb 6, 2026
Ricardo L. "Rick" Springer of Alpine passed away at Cayuga Medical Center on Friday, February 6, 2026 at the age of 67.
Rick was born in Ithaca on August 26, 1958, a son of the late Gerald and Antoinette (Bacon) Springer. He graduated from Charles O. Dickerson High School in 1976 and worked at Hillendale Golf Course for over 40 years...
Harold Stewart
Jan 29, 2026
Harold Stewart of Interlaken passed away on January 29, 2026, at Cayuga Medical Center at the age of 77.
Born on February 14, 1948, in Ithaca, New York he was the youngest of ten children born to Bert and Mary (Huff) Stewart. Harold embarked on his professional journey after graduating from Interlaken High School in 1966 and subsequently from Alfred State...
Donald Henry Schmidt
Jan 26, 2026
Donald Henry Schmidt, of Trumansburg, N.Y., passed away at Cayuga Medical Center on Monday, January 26, 2026, at the age of 88.
Don was born in Ithaca on May 14, 1937, the son of the late Joseph and Hazel (Dill) Schmidt. He attended Trumansburg schools, and with an interest in farming joined the Future Farmers of America leading to the management...
Sharon Rose Austic
Jan 19, 2026
Sharon Rose Austic of Watkins Glen passed away on January 19, 2026, at Guthrie Corning Hospital at the age of 84.
Born on July 16, 1941, in Ithaca, New York, Sharon was a daughter of the late Ivan and Annabelle (Drummond) Hess. Sharon was employed as a kitchen worker at Lakeside Nursing Home and then worked for many years at Babcock...
John M. Gant
Jan 12, 2026
Master coffee roaster John M. Gant passed away peacefully at home in Trumansburg, New York on January 12, 2026, following a brief illness. John was born in Salt Lake City, Utah in 1942 and is survived by his wife of 60 years, Alice, his sister Barbara Gant in Phoenix, Arizona, and his daughter Anne, son-in-law Pinaki, and grandson Paul, in...
Elizabeth Ann Covert
Jan 12, 2026
Elizabeth Ann Covert of Trumansburg passed away peacefully on Monday, January 12, 2026, at the Cayuga Ridge Nursing Facility at the age of 90.
For over 60 years, Betty worked as a waitress at the Shady Inn and Falls Tavern in Trumansburg, where she cultivated a reputation for being exceptionally personable. Her customers became like family, reflecting the warmth and compassion...
James William Glidden
Jan 3, 2026
James William Glidden, formerly of Trumansburg, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at the age of 82.
Jim was born on October 24, 1943 in Ithaca, a son of the late William and Kathryn (White) Glidden. He was a naval veteran with a career as a wildlife biologist with the New...
Lawrence Frederick Worden
Jan 3, 2026
Lawrence Frederick Worden of Trumansburg passed away at Cayuga Medical Center on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at the age of 82.
Larry was born on January 9, 1943, a son of the late Leslie and Mary (Weeks) Worden. He was a lifelong resident of Trumansburg working in the area as a truck driver his entire life.
Larry is survived by his three...
Jonathon Michael Riley
Jan 2, 2026
Jonathon “Jon” Riley of Enfield, New York, passed away at home unexpectedly on January 2, 2026, at the age of 36 from a pulmonary embolism.
Jon was born on October 25, 1989, in Cambridge, Maryland. From a young age, it was clear he had a rare mix of intelligence, creativity, and heart. Music was where he truly came alive—whether he was...
Richard L. Stafford
Dec 21, 2025
Richard Lawrence Stafford of Trumansburg passed away at home on Sunday, December 21, 2025 at the age of 86.
Rich was born in Marathon, New York, the only child to the late Lawrence and Anna Marie (Martin) Stafford. He attended Paul Smith’s College and while there played harmonica in a band.
Rich had a broad skill set working in forestry as a...
Elizabeth Jane Sicuro
Dec 17, 2025
Elizabeth Jane Sicuro of Ithaca passed away at Cayuga Medical Center surrounded by her family on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at the age of 70.
Liz was born on July 7, 1955, in Middletown, New York, a daughter of the late James and Theresa (Wisneski) Steele. She dedicated many years of her life to the Monticello Central School District, where she...
Richard J. Westervelt
Dec 10, 2025
Richard J. Westervelt of Ithaca passed away suddenly due to unexpected health complications on December 10, 2025, at Guthrie Cortland Hospital at the age of 71.
He was born on July 24, 1954, in Ithaca, New York, the oldest son to Richard K. and Beverly (Bennett) Westervelt. After graduating from Charles O. Dickerson High School in Trumansburg, Richard embarked on a...
Marlene Kay Reitz
Dec 9, 2025
Marlene Kay Reitz of Trumansburg passed away on December 9, 2025, at Cayuga Medical Center at the age of 82.
Marlene was born in Batavia, New York with her twin sister, Eillean, on November 19, 1943, daughters to the late Orrin and Rachel (Burgett) Searle.
Marlene started work with the Salvation Army in Ithaca, New York. From there she dedicated 28 years...
Nicholas Lee Knebel
Nov 26, 2025
Nicholas Lee Knebel, 23, passed away far too soon on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, in Ithaca NY. Born on November 15, 2002, in Virginia Beach, Nick brought light, music, and laughter to everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Nick had a passion for music and never passed up an opportunity to go to a concert or festival, especially Bonnaroo. (He was...
William James "Jim" Proctor
Nov 25, 2025
William James "Jim" Proctor of Trumansburg passed away at home on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at the age of 59.
Jim was born on May 24, 1966, in Ithaca, New York to William and Marietta Joan (Mix) Proctor. A lifelong Trumansburg resident, Jim joined his father, William H. Proctor, in their family excavating business starting at a young age. After his...
Morey Clyde Hubbell
Nov 17, 2025
M. Clyde “Jack” Hubbell passed away at Hospicare of Tompkins County on Monday, November 17, 2025 at the age of 92.
In keeping with his wishes, there will be no formal services. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to a charity of your choice.
Jack was born in Enfield on July 12, 1933, a son of the late Robert...
Torrie Melissa Savunen
Nov 10, 2025
Torrie Melissa Savunen passed away on November 10, 2025, at Cayuga Medical Center at the age of 49.
She was born in Ithaca, New York on November 5, 1976, a daughter of the late Ronald Savunen and Sandra Hipple States.
Torrie experienced many hardships throughout her life. Her tenacity and social nature allowed her to connect with a diverse array of...
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