May 3, 2025

In Loving Memory of Patricia M. Dougherty

April 21, 1941 – May 3, 2025

Patricia M. Dougherty of Ithaca, NY, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-

grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home on May 3,

2025, at the age of 84. She was surrounded by her loving husband, daughters, and

sister — a testament to the deep devotion she both gave...

May 2, 2025

James W. Wilson, 83 of Ithaca, NY passed away Friday, May 2, 2025 at home with family by his side.

Born April 6, 1942 in Ithaca, NY he was predeceased by his foster mother, Gertrude H. Chilson in 1999 and by sisters and brother. Jim was a member of the Varna Methodist Church and Groton Assembly of God Church, Loyal Order...

Apr 26, 2025

Chad Allen Parker, 55 of Homer, NY passed away Saturday, April 26, 2025 at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA.

Born March 3, 1970 in Ithaca, NY he is the son of Edgar C. Parker and the late Deborah Perkins Parker. He was a life member and longtime board member of the W.B. Strong Fire Department in Freeville. He was a...

Apr 25, 2025

Nimr Sulayman Ibrahim, 84, entered eternal life on April 25, 2025 in Montclair, New Jersey, surrounded by his family.

Nimr grew up in a loving family in Jerusalem, the youngest of five siblings. He excelled academically and was a graduate with the highest distinction of St. George’s Anglican School in Jerusalem. From there, he attended the American University of Beirut, Lebanon...

Apr 24, 2025

Ithaca, NY – Dr. Fredric Winthrop Scott, 89, passed away April 24, 2025, peacefully at his home in Brooktondale, NY.

Born in Greenfield, MA Fred was the son of Clifton and Mildred Scott and raised on their family dairy farm in Ashfield, MA. Fred was a graduate of Sanderson Academy in Ashfield, MA, and received a B.S. from the University of...

Apr 23, 2025

John C. Rochford, 56 of West Dryden, NY passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at home with his family by his side.

Born February 11, 1969 in Rochester, NY he was the son of Nancy Phippard and the late Robert Rochford. He proudly served his country in the US Navy from 1988 until 1998 and he was privileged to fly on...

Apr 22, 2025

Gail Banfield (66) was born on August 8, 1958, to James and Greta Natoli. Gail passed away on April 22, 2025, in Ithaca, NY.

Gail had a great sense of humor and was always quick to laugh and joke around. She loved music, singing, reading, and playing Texas Hold'em Poker. Gail grew up in Teaneck, New Jersey, and loved to share...

Apr 17, 2025

Kathleen Janette Randall Fabich, 96 of Berkshire, NY passed away Thursday, April 17 2025 at Cortland Park Nursing Facility.

Born February 24, 1929 in Cortland, NY, she was a daughter of the late Herrick and Dorothy Crumm Diamond, as well as the wife to the late Donald Randall, and late John Fabich.A loving Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, and Great-Great-Grandmother, Kate is survived...

Apr 16, 2025

Robert G. Cobane, 56 of Lansing, NY passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

Born February 25, 1969 in Ithaca, NY he is the son of Eloise C. Walrad and the late Glenn A. Cobane. Rob attended Ithaca and Dryden Schools and loved the outdoors. He was a Jack of all Trades, especially mechanics. He could tear anything...

Apr 10, 2025

Charles L Dart of Freeville Ny passed away unexpectedly on Thursday April 10th 2025. Chuck grew up in the Etna , Freeville area and lived his Entire life there. Chuck was born December 16, 1956 to Charles and Madeline Owens Dart.

He is survived by three children Cindy Dart(Howard Minikes) Heidi Fong( Alex Reed) Christopher( Braylyn ) Dart , His five...

Apr 9, 2025

With a broken heart, I sadly announce my mother Michele Rose Fiorillo, 72, of

Freeville, NY passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 9th, 2025 at

her home. She was born October 15th, 1952 in Brooklyn, NY to Thomas A.

Fiorillo and Dorothea (Gifford) Fiorillo.

She obtained her Master's Degree from Dowling College in Elementary

Education where her love for teaching led to a career for...

Apr 4, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved son, CaseyRobert Inman, 37, on April 4, 2025, in Ithaca, New York. Casey was born in Syracuse, NY, onNovember 28, 1987, to Gary Inman and Cheryl Savino. Casey lived a life shaped by creativity,curiosity, and a deep appreciation for the natural world.He graduated from Liverpool High...

Mar 31, 2025

Elmer H. Van Arkel of Endicott, New York (Formerly from Brooktondale, New York) died Monday, March 31, 2025 at the Ideal Assisted Living in Endicott, New York. Elmer was born July 28, 1923 in Cortland, New York. He was the son of the late Henry and Jennie (Carson) Van Arkel. He was one of 9 children. He graduated from Dryden...

Mar 24, 2025

Edward C. Monroe, age 87 of Brooktondale, NY passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 24, 2025 at home.

Born June 23, 1937 at home in Slaterville, he was the son of the late Charles E. Monroe and Leah Emery Monroe. He attended Ithaca High School and at 17 years old entered the US Marine Corp. In 1975 he met Martha P....

Mar 19, 2025

Ms. Deborah Barnett of Marathon, NY passed away peacefully on March 19, 2025 at her home. She is greatly missed by her family and friends.

Deborah was a mother to four children: Crystal Sanford and her husband, Dale, Jason Sturdevant and his wife, Ritica, Charles Reagin II and his wife, Jessie; six grandchildren, Matthew Sanford, Kaitlynn Sanford, Donovan Sturdevant, Jordan Reagin,...

Mar 18, 2025

James “Jay” Brink passed away on March 18, 2025, unexpectedly in his home. Despite life struggles, Jay had a heart that cared deeply for others and a passion for the things he loved the most.

Jay found joy in the simple things, particularly his fish tanks, which he cared for with pride. His happiest moments were spent...

Mar 16, 2025

Adrian D. Loomis, 53 of Groton, NY passed away March 16, 2025 at home.

Adrian loved spending time with his nieces and nephews, working on cars, wrestling, football and especially his four-legged friend, Kane.

Surviving Adrian are his brothers and sisters, Sarah McCleery of Port Charlotte, FL, Alfred Bailey Jr. of Cookeville, TN, John Bailey...

Mar 14, 2025

Carol A. Hefner, 63 of Freeville, NY passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025 at Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse.

Born August 22, 1961 in Cortland, NY, she was the daughter of the late Clinton and Janice Herrick Lewis. She had been employed with the Cortland County Department of Social Services and for the Dryden Central School District.

In addition to her...

Mar 14, 2025

Thomas Lane Bonn January 14,1939-March 14, 2025 Thomas Lane Bonn, long-time resident of the Ithaca area, passed away March 14, 2025. He was born January 14, 1939, to Fred and Teresa (Reilly) Bonn of Scranton, PA. As he grew up in northeastern Pennsylvania, Tom worked as a batboy for the AAA Scranton Miners, served as a choir boy for...

Mar 4, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Leo Robert O'Donnell, who departed this world on March 4, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on August 12th, 1937, Leo lived a life filled with adventure, love, and unwavering dedication to his family.

Leo was the beloved son of John and Margaret (O'Brian) O'Donnell,...