Janice "Johnnie" VanEpps Allis
Nov 14, 2024
Janice VanEpps Allis, affectionately known to many as "Johnnie," passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 14 2024, at the Cortland Regional Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Cortland, NY.
Born on December 7, 1938, in Lincklaen NY, Janice was the daughter of the late Waldo and Myra Osborne VanEpps. Johnnie lived a life marked by dedication to her family and her profession. She...
Christine A. Barrett
Nov 14, 2024
Christine A. (Tessman) Barrett, born on May 29, 1936, in Bristol, CT, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, November 14,2024. She was a beloved figure in her community, known for her warmth, kindness, and unwavering commitment to her family and faith.
A dedicated member of the United Methodist Church of South Otselic, Christine previously attended the United Methodist Church...
David B. Ellerson, Sr.
Nov 13, 2024
David B. Ellerson Sr., of Willet NY, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. He passed, at age 69, peacefully in his home, surrounded by family.
David is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Debbie L. (Twombly) Ellerson, their daughter Christina Ellerson (William Chapman), their son David Ellerson Jr. (Sara Posey), grandchildren Leo Ellerson and...
Fred M.S. Downs
Oct 22, 2024
Fred M.S. Downs, 84, of Cincinnatus, NY, passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at the Guthrie Cortland Medical Center, Cortland, NY.
Fred was born in Philadelphia, PA, on September 23, 1940, the son of the late Thomas and Carolyn Sawyer Downs. A longtime resident of Cincinnatus, Fred was a graduate of the Cincinnatus Central School. A member and elder of...
Nancy A. Hutchins
Oct 20, 2024
Nancy A. Hutchins, 78, A longtime resident of South Barre, Vermont, died Sunday, October 20, 2024, after a brief illness, at Guthrie Cortland Medical Center, Cortland, NY, surrounded by her family.
Born June 25, 1946, in Barre, Vermont, she was one of three children born to Bernard Isaac Peterson and Ada Mae (Farnham) Peterson. As a child she attended Mathewson School...
Linda L. Peck
Oct 16, 2024
Linda L. (Graves) Peck, age 70, of Cincinnatus, NY, passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at the Guthrie Cortland Medical Center, while surrounded by her loving family.
Linda was born in Norwich, NY on September 30, 1954, the daughter of the late Arthur and Ethel Locke Graves. She grew up in a family that shaped her values and aspirations and...
John Bamberry
Oct 16, 2024
John M. Bamberry, 78, of Cincinnatus, NY, passed away unexpectedly at his home Wednesday, October 16, 2024.
John was born on April 22, 1946, in Rome, NY, the son of the late Arthur and Octavia Bamberry. A lifelong resident of the area, he was a graduate of DeRuyter Central School. Prior to his retirement, John was employed at Gutchess Lumber in...
Alan B. Blanchard
Oct 10, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Alan Blanchard, who left us too soon at the age of 40 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Alan was born in Norwich, NY, on July 26, 1984. He had a passion for bull riding and car mechanics, often found tinkering in the garage or enjoying rodeos. His love for...
Jeanette Larkin
Oct 6, 2024
Jeanette (Marion) Larkin, 96, of Cincinnatus, NY, passed away at her home on Sunday, October 6, 2024, while surrounded by her family.
Born in Midvale, NJ, Jeanette was the daughter of the late Claude Marion, Sr. and Emma Ricker Marion. She had attended St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. She retired from Rubbermaid when the company closed it's Cortland plant and...
Raymond J. Billings
Oct 1, 2024
Raymond J. Billings, 65, of Willet, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at the Wilson Memorial Hospital, after becoming ill at home.
Ray was born in Cortland, NY, a son of the late Raymond and Jessie Salisbury Billings. A longtime resident of the area, he was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. A loving husband, father,...
Julie A. Van Dee
Sep 29, 2024
Julie A. Van Dee, 44, of Cuyler, NY, passed away on September 29, 2024, at the Westchester Memorial Hospital in Valhalla, NY.
Born on August 4, 1980, in Cortland, NY, Julie grew up surrounded by the beauty of her hometown and the warmth of her family. A member of the United Church of DeRutyter, Julie was a proud graduate of Marathon...
Barbara J. Brown
Sep 22, 2024
Barbara J. (Cass) Brown, 83, formerly of Pitcher, NY, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Wilson Memorial Hospital, Johnson City, NY.
Barb was born in Cortland, NY, on June 25, 1941, the daughter of the late Howard and Bessie Shevalier Cass. In her younger years, she attended the First Baptist Church of Cincinnatus. She had also helped her husband,...
Lee C. Hoellerer
Sep 5, 2024
Lee C. Hoellerer, passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at the age of 87 at Auburn Community Hospital, Auburn, NY. Born on May 18, 1937, Lee lived a life rich in love, dedication, and hard work.
A proud veteran, Lee served in the U.S. Navy from 1955 to 1959, stationed on the U.S.S. Coney, where he exemplified commitment and service...
Royal B. Stevens
Sep 1, 2024
Royal B. Stevens, 77, of Cincinnatus, NY, passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2024, at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA.
Born in Red Bank, NJ, on June 10, 1947, Royal was the son of the late Robert and Ruth (Bingham) Stevens. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam Conflict and was a member of the McGraw...
Jeannette H. Drury
Aug 29, 2024
Jeannette H. Drury, was born on May 23, 1958, in the Philippines, the daughter of the late Theodore and Nora Hain. She graced this world with her presence for 66 years, before she passed away at her home on August 29, 2024, with her beloved daughter, Katrina, by her side.
Jeannette was a loving mother, dedicated to her family and the...
Christopher Lynn Strauff
Aug 27, 2024
Christopher Lynn Strauff, 61, of Homer, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.
Christopher was born in Cortland, NY, to Lyndon and Judith Wightman Strauff. Chris attended schools in Easton and Glen Burnie, MD. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and received an honorable discharge.
Chris demonstrated an early talent and proficiency in music. This led to a professional...
Wayne H. Smith
Aug 14, 2024
Wayne H. Smith, 87, of Zephryhills, FL and formerly of South Otselic, NY, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, while visiting his family in South Otselic.
Born in Taylor, NY, on September 7, 1936, Wayne was the son of the late Harry and Maude (Potter) Smith. For over 50 years, he owned and operated a dairy farm in South...
Ruth E. Rood
Aug 14, 2024
Ruth E. (Fitch) Rood, 78, of North Pitcher, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at her home.
Born in Homer, NY, on April 26, 1946, Ruth was the daughter of the late Malcolm and Amelia (Diekow) Fitch. Ruth was a member of the First Baptist Church of Cincinnatus. Prior to her retirement, she was employed at Cortland Line...
Eleanor Harvey
Aug 11, 2024
Eleanor Harvey, 94, of Cincinnatus, NY, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, August 11, 2024.
Eleanor was born in Philadelphia, PA, on August 24, 1929, to the late Harold and Lillian (Valinis) Gardiner. She moved to Willet and graduated from Cincinnatus Central School in 1947. After high school, she worked for Bell Telephone Company as an operator, married Lawrence...
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