OBITUARIES

Dec 18, 2017

Mary Chrysogelos O’Brien, known affectionately to many as Yia Yia, passed peacefully at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Connie O’Brien and Andy Boehm on December 18th.

The third of five children, Mary was born on November 28, 1919 in LaGrange, Georgia to Vasiliki and the Reverend John Chrysogelos. The family moved frequently during Mary’s earliest...

Dec 18, 2017

Kathleen M. Cassaniti of Covert passed away at home on Monday, December 18, 2017 at the age of 71.

Kathleen was born on November 18, 1946, a daughter of the late Cyrus and Frances Kean. She was a passionate cook and baker, making the most delicious peach and apple pies.

Kathleen is survived by her...

Dec 13, 2017

Nancy A. Swank, age 78, of Trumansburg passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 13, 2017.

A Memorial Service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks those that would like to make a contribution in Nancy’s memory to kindly consider First Baptist Church of Trumansburg, Attn: Hospitality Fund, PO Box 686,...

Dec 12, 2017

John Richard “Jack” Pavia Jr. of Trumansburg passed away at Cayuga Medical Center on Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at the age of 85.

Jack was born in Newark, New Jersey on April 20, 1932, a son of the late John and Mildred (Owen) Pavia Sr. He obtained his Bachelor’s Degree from Lehigh University in Pennsylvania then attended...

Dec 8, 2017

Melvin Mitchell “Mitch” Turner of Burdett went home to heaven to be with the Lord unexpectedly on Friday, December 8, 2017 at the age of 59. Mitch was born in Missouri on August 25, 1958. He was a long time employee at Atlantic Dental in Ithaca as a dental lab technician. Mitch was an avid weight lifter and enjoyed...

Dec 5, 2017

Philonease Lenora Pacetti of Ithaca passed away at Beechtree Care Center on Tuesday, December 5, 2017 at the age of 90. Philonease was born in Biloxi, Mississippi on October 25, 1927 a daughter to the late Clarence and Naomi (Webb) Mizell. A great southern cook, she prided herself in making the best chicken and dumplings and homemade biscuits. Philonease...

Nov 30, 2017

Richard J. “Dick” Stoughton of Trumansburg, beloved husband, father, grandfather and stepfather, died Nov. 30, 2017, at the age of 90.

Dick was born April 2, 1927 in Ithaca, son of the late Ernest and Rosamond Stoughton, and attended Trumansburg Central Schools. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during the Korean Conflict before...

Nov 25, 2017

Angelina Marie Hope Dunbar of Trumansburg passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 25, 2017 at the age of 15.

Angelina was born in Buffalo on November 21, 2002. A self-proclaimed diva, Angelina enjoyed getting dressed up always putting a complete outfit together from head to toe. She loved sports, especially football and NASCAR. Angelina attended several NY...

Nov 22, 2017

Anne W. Wagner of Montour Falls went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at the age of 75.

Anne was born in Amsterdam, NY on June 30, 1942, a daughter of the late Rev. and Mrs. Homer and Pearl (Cook) Wetherbee. She attended Houghton College earning a Bachelor of Music with a...

Nov 8, 2017

Zdravko “Val” Lukic', age 82, of 1535 Trumansburg Rd., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 8, 2017, surrounded by his loving family.

Val was born on August 25, 1935, in the small village of Grabovo, of the Vojvodina province of Serbia, former Yugoslavia. He is the son of the late Stevan and Vuka Lukic'. He came to...

Nov 1, 2017

Laura Lee Blaison of Trumansburg passed away at Cayuga Medical Center on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at the age of 50, after a brief illness. Laura was born in Newburgh on September 21, 1967, a daughter of the late James and Marion (Farvis) Blaison. Laura Lee was a vivacious woman, who often enjoyed shopping, food of many varieties, and...

Oct 31, 2017

William (Bill) Frederick “Sundance” Swick passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on October 31, 2017. Bill was born on January 2, 1953, a son to the late Frederick and Virginia (Sparling) Swick. He worked for the Army Corps of Engineers at the Seneca Army Depot and as a mental hygiene therapist at Willard Psychiatric Center, both...

Oct 27, 2017

James A. “Jim” Nohelty of Interlaken passed away at Cayuga Medical Center on Friday, October 27, 2017 at the age of 68. Jim was born on December 27, 1948, a son of the late Walter and Laverne “Leigh” (Schinkel) Nohelty. He honorably served in the United States Army for several years before attending college, eventually earning his Master’s in...

Oct 25, 2017

Louis Edward Pendleton, formerly of Freeville, passed away unexpectedly in Princeton, North Carolina on October 25, 2017 at the age of 68. Lou was born in Ithaca on March 30, 1949, a son of the late Richard and Ann (Boone) Pendleton. He honorably served his country as a highly decorated Infantryman in the United States Army from 1968 to...

Oct 18, 2017

Randy L. Tompkins, age 65, of Trumansburg, passed away on October 18, 2017. Born in Montour Falls on October 27, 1951, Randy was the son of the late Robert and Phyllis (Chaffee) Tompkins. After graduating from high school he took a job at Therm, where he completed a 4-year apprenticeship program and several college courses, culminating in his certification...

Oct 17, 2017

Adaline “Addy” Mae Crawford, the unborn daughter of Roy C. Crawford and Catherine A. Bauer, passed away unexpectedly on October 17, 2017. A graveside ceremony will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, November 11, 2017 at Woodlawn Cemetery in Newfield, led by “Aunt Cathy”. The family will be hosting a reception to celebrate and honor her life from Noon...

Sep 29, 2017

Bruce R. Fellows, age 68, of Trumansburg, passed away on September 29, 2017 after a short illness with cancer.

Bruce was born in Ithaca on April 20, 1949 a son of the late Rodmann and Barbara Fellows. He held various mechanical and maintenance related positions through his working years, ultimately retiring in 2013 from Cargill Salt in...

Sep 23, 2017

Marian I Miller (Auntie), born on January 20, 1921, went to be with the Lord on September 23, 2017. A graduate of Trumansburg High School, Marian went on to graduate from the Rochester Business Institute. Two years later she started her first job at GLF in Ithaca, where she worked until December 31, 1953. Then on January 3, 1954...

Sep 22, 2017

Charles R. Warren of Trumansburg passed away at Cayuga Medical Center on Friday, September 22, 2017 at the age of 88. Charles was born in Ithaca on May 28, 1929 a son of the late Harry and Dora (Horton) Warren. He worked for NCR for 36 years before retiring. Charles was very proud of his land, and loved being...

Sep 13, 2017

Addison Jean Gunning, 11 month old daughter of Amanda and Brian Gunning passed away with her family and extended cardiac family at her side at Strong Memorial Hospital on September 13, 2017.

Addison was born in Syracuse on October 9, 2016. Although her time here was brief, her little spirit brought much joy and love to her...