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Sally Ann Davis

Sally Ann Davis

Feb 15, 2026

Sally Ann Jackson Davis, 91, of Cincinnatus, NY, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at her home, while surrounded by her family.

Born to Walter and Marian Brainard Jackson in Endicott, NY, Sally spent her early years in the Southern Tier, including Owego and Halsey Valley. In 1949, her family moved to Cincinnatus, NY to run the telephone office and...

LuAnn Glassford

LuAnn Glassford

Feb 14, 2026

With hearts full of love, we celebrate the life of LuAnn Glassford who passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the age of 71, surrounded by her family.

She was predeceased by her parents, Lyle and Beverly Peak, and her in-laws, Nathan and Ruth Glassford.

LuAnn was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. One of her greatest joys in life...

Robert A. Hotaling, Jr.

Robert A. Hotaling, Jr.

Feb 1, 2026

Robert A. Hotaling, Jr., 66, of Cincinnatus, NY, passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Guthrie Cortland Regional Medical Center, Cortland, NY.

Bob was born in Cortland, NY, on May 17, 1959, the son of the late Robert A. Hotaling, Sr. and Patricia M. Platt Hotaling. A lifelong resident of the area, he spent his life contributing to both...

Debra Church Green

Debra Church Green

Jan 30, 2026

Debra Church Green, 61, of Truxton, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Cortland, Debra was the daughter of William and Judy Stafford Church. She was a longtime resident of the area and an accomplished graduate of the South Otselic Central School Class of 1982.

Debra was...

Marjorie J. Parks

Marjorie J. Parks

Jan 26, 2026

Marjorie J. (Calhoun) Parks, 88, of DeRuyter, NY, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026, at the Guthrie Cortland Regional Medical Center, Cortland, NY, following a brief decline in health.

Born in DeRuyter, NY on August 5, 1937, Marge was the daughter of the late Crest and Marian Dennison Calhoun. A lifelong resident of the area, Marge dedicated countless hours working...

William M. Bowers

William M. Bowers

Jan 21, 2026

William McMahan Bowers, age 93, of Webster, NY, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at Rochester General Hospital in Rochester, NY.

Born in Brooklyn, NY, on April 22, 1932, William (Bill) was the son of the late William James Bowers and Katherine McMahan Bowers (Drayton). From an early age, Bill knew city life was not for him. At just...

Alice C. Clough

Alice C. Clough

Jan 17, 2026

Alice Caroline (Jones) Clough, of Bushnell, FL, passed away peacefully at The Rucki Hospice Care Center in Zephyrhills, FL, on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the age of 92.

Born in Freetown, NY, on March 9, 1933, Alice was the daughter of the late Harris and Emma Wright Jones. Alice graduated from Marathon High School with the class of 1950. Her...

Mary Lou L. Pudney

Mary Lou L. Pudney

Jan 14, 2026

Mary Lou L. (Blanchard) Pudney, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Taylor, NY, on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at the age of 94, while surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Cincinnatus, NY on December 17, 1931, Mary Lou was the daughter of the late Davis and Edna Phillips Blanchard. She dedicated her life...

Eleanor May Price

Eleanor May Price

Jan 13, 2026

Eleanor May (Locke) Price, 86, of Pitcher, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Crouse Hospital, Syracuse, NY, while surrounded by her loving family.

Eleanor was born in Pitcher, NY, on August 7, 1939, the daughter of the late Winfield Locke, Sr. and Mildred Gross Locke. She lived a rich and fulfilling life that touched many, and she...

Roberta "Robin" L. Naylor

Roberta "Robin" L. Naylor

Jan 3, 2026

Roberta "Robin" L. (Jester) Naylor, 80, of Cincinnatus, NY passed away at the Loretto Health & Rehabilitation Center, Syracuse, NY, on Saturday, January 3, 2026, with her family by her side.

A cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Robin was born in Austin, TX on January 20, 1945, the daughter of the late Robert and Catherine Cargin Jester. For many years, Robin...

Nancy A. Kingdon

Nancy A. Kingdon

Dec 21, 2025

Nancy A. Kingdon, 55, of Willet, NY, passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at St. Joseph's Health Hospital in Syracuse, NY, following a brief illness.

Nancy was born in Binghamton, NY, on March 6, 1970 the daughter of the late Stanley and Marie Potter Kingdon. Nancy dedicated her life to caring for others through her esteemed nursing career, working closely...

Dana E. Guernsey

Dana E. Guernsey

Dec 13, 2025

Dana E. Guernsey, born on December 26, 1952, in Cortland, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at the age of 72, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and dedication. Dana was the son of the late J.E. and Shirley Pendergrast Guernsey.

Dana dedicated nearly five decades to the construction industry as the owner and operator of Hemlock Homes,...

LeRoy O. Closson

LeRoy O. Closson

Dec 13, 2025

LeRoy O. Closson, 90, of Taylor and Cincinnatus, NY, passed away suddenly on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at his home.

Born in the Town of Taylor, NY, on January 1, 1935, LeRoy was the son of the late Norman and Edna Sergeant Closson. He was a proud member and retiree of the International Union of Operating Engineers, a position that underscored...

Darrell W. Church

Darrell W. Church

Dec 6, 2025

Darrell W. Church, 58, of South Otselic, NY, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 6, 2025, while surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Cortland, NY, on May 18, 1967, , Darrell was the son of William and Judy Stafford Church. A longtime resident of the area, he was a proud graduate of the South Otselic Central School Class of 1985.

Darrell...

Rollan C. Elwood

Rollan C. Elwood

Nov 26, 2025

Rollan C. Elwood, 88, of Taylor, NY, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at the Guthrie Cortland Regional Medical Center, Cortland, NY.

Rollan was born in the Town of Taylor, NY, on May 11, 1937, the son of the late Carlton and Delia Smith Elwood. He leaves behind a legacy of service and dedication, having committed 24 years of...

Gladys E. Burrows

Gladys E. Burrows

Nov 24, 2025

Gladys E. (Hall) Burrows, 77, of Syracuse, NY, passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Health Hospital, Syracuse, NY.

Born in Pitcher, NY, on August 17, 1948, Gladys was the daughter of the late Adelbert and Ethel Fuller Hall. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth and kindness that touched the lives of many.

Gladys was a dedicated member...

Rosanne J. Kwak

Rosanne J. Kwak

Nov 19, 2025

Rosanne J. (Molnar) Kwak, 82, of Cincinnatus, NY, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at her home, while surrounded by her loving family.

A dedicated and compassionate individual, Rosanne enjoyed a fulfilling career at the Cortland County Office of Mental Health, retiring in 2010 after many years of service. Rosanne was a passionate sports enthusiast, finding joy in following the...

Gordon R. Hall

Gordon R. Hall

Nov 18, 2025

Gordon R. Hall, 74, of Cortland, NY, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at the Guthrie Cortland Regional Medical Center after a period of declining health.

Gordon was born in Pitcher, NY on August 20, 1951, the son of the late Adelbert and Ethel Fuller Hall. He was a devoted member of his community and dedicated his life to service...

Linda M. Laudig

Linda M. Laudig

Nov 12, 2025

Linda M. (Rink) Laudig, 62, passed away peacefully at her home in McDonough, on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, while surrounded by her loved ones.

Born on October 20, 1963, in Cortland, NY, Linda is the daughter of Charles Rink, Sr. and Mary Satterlee Rink. She cherished her upbringing in a community that later inspired her long-standing career in education.

After graduating from...

Scott W. Bartholomew

Scott W. Bartholomew

Nov 10, 2025

Scott W. Bartholomew, 71, of Pitcher, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 10, 2025.

Born on December 25, 1953, Scott was the son of the late Morris and Delia Locke Bartholomew. His life was marked by a deep love for the outdoors and a passion for nature, both of which he cherished throughout his years.

Scott was well-known for his dedication...