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,...

Mar 1, 2025

Douglas C. Hislop, 88 died Saturday, March 1, 2025.

He was born July 5, 1936 in Clarenceville, Quebec, Canada to the late Andrew and Cassie Campbell Hislop. Doug was employed at Cornell University Vet School for 36 years, retiring in 1994.

Doug enjoyed many activities such as cutting his own wood for the winter months,...

Feb 28, 2025

Joyce Marie Ballard Sherman, 88 passed away peacefully in her home Friday, February

28, 2025 surrounded by loving family.

Born April 21, 1936 in Dryden NY to the late Faye E. Ballard and Pauline (Schofield)

Ballard. She graduated from Dryden High School in 1954. Attended Business school in

Syracuse and worked...

Feb 28, 2025

Kimberly Anne (Fleming) Sutfin of Freeville, NY (Formerly of Canton, PA) passed away on February 28th, 2025 at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY surrounded by her loving family.

Kimberly was born on March 23rd 1964 in Blossburg PA to the late Robert and Donnalee (Hart) Fleming. She grew up in Canton, PA where she graduated from...

Feb 28, 2025

Aiden E. Payne, 90, of Dryden, NY passed away on February 28, 2025 after a few months of declining health. Born in Queens, NY on September 3, 1934, Aiden spent her childhood in New York City and confidently applied to Cornell University without even a prior visit to the campus. There she was a member of the Alpha Omicron...

Feb 27, 2025

Lillian Robbins of Brooktondale, NY passed away on February 27, 2025 at the age of 101.

Lillian was born on April 8, 1923 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She moved with her family to the United States in 1930 where they purchased a farm in Brooktondale, NY. Her parents were William and Alice (Coward) Robbins. She was a...

Feb 26, 2025

Jeffrey R. Cox of Brooktondale passed away unexpectedly on February 26, 2025.

He was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Joan Cox of Dryden and is survived by his five sisters and two brothers; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Jeff was a hard worker and took pride in his work. He would...

Feb 24, 2025

William W. Melfi, 94 of Groton, NY passed away February 24, 2025 in the comfort of his home.

Born February 1, 1931 in Syracuse, NY to the late Robert and Ada Meaker Melfi. He was predeceased by his wife, Irene Burnett Melfi; brothers, Vincent, John, and Harold Melfi; and his sister Dorothea Dyer. Bill is survived by...

Feb 21, 2025

Viola Johnson Storie, 12/5/1934 - 2/21/2025. Viola passed peacefully in her sleep at home as was her wish.

Viola was born in Virgil, New York and graduated from Virgil High School.  She was a long-time member of the Virgil Methodist Church, where she formed enduring friendships. Viola was a talented gardener, possessing a love for nature that...

Feb 20, 2025

Janice M. Brown, 78 of Dryden, NY passed away Thursday, February 20, 2025 following a short illness.

Born October 1, 1946 in Syracuse, NY she was the only child of the late Emil and Virginia Balitz. She was graduated from North Syracuse High School and received her Associate’s degree from SUNY Morrisville and her Bachelor’s degree from...

Feb 20, 2025

Bonnie Lynn Fish, 81 of Cortland, NY passed away Thursday, February 20, 2025.

Born October 29, 1943 in Cortland, she was the daughter of the late Meryl and Irene Rogers Stout. She was a graduate of Homer High School and on October 10, 1964 she married Paul R. Fish, who survives. Bonnie was a daycare provider for...