Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Dryden, New York
Lorreen Kirby
Mar 12, 2026
Reenie was born March 27,1956 and passed unexpectedly March 12, 2026, just shy of her 70th birthday. Reenie considered her home to be wherever her family was. She grew up in Ithaca, NY where she lived with her parents Edgar (predeceased) and Mary Oltz, and her siblings Steve (Jean), Joanne (Doug Carruthers), and Karl (Debbra). In 1977, she married the...
Jeffrey B. Kirby
Apr 8, 2026
Jeff was born April 14, 1955 to William (Bill) and Mildred Kirby. He grew up in Ithaca, NY as the youngest of the four Kirby children, Edward (Martha), Marilyn (Jack Allen) and James (Cordelia). He received his Bachelor’s degree in 1977 in Civil Engineering from Cornell University. He married his soulmate Lorreen (Reenie) Oltz that summer and continued at Cornell...
Malcolm "Butch" Coon
Dec 29, 2025
Malcolm L. (Butch) Coon Jr. was born in Cortland, NY on April 26, 1949 to the late Malcolm L. and B. Arlene (Jeffery) Coon. Butch passed away unexpectedly on December 29, 2025 at UPMC Hamot, Erie, PA surrounded by his loving family.
He graduated from Dryden High School in 1968 where he received the A.T. Lormar award for industrial arts, worked...
Peter Frederick Werner
Jan 20, 2026
Peter Frederick Werner, RA, AIA
December 29, 1926 – January 20, 2026
Peter Frederick Werner, RA, AIA, of Preble NY, a retired architect and former resident of Freeville and Staten Island, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY. He was 99.
He is survived by his children, Kurt P. Werner (Debra) of Tolland, CT, and...
Lisa Marlene Tedora
Mar 22, 2026
It is with deep respect and heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Lisa Marlene Tedora, a devoted Registered Nurse at Cayuga Medical Center, who left this world on March 22, 2026. Born on May 1, 1949, in Monroe, Michigan, Lisa lived a life marked by unwavering dedication, compassion, and remarkable achievement.
Lisa’s journey was distinguished from the very beginning....
George A. Wood
Apr 28, 2026
George A. Wood, 72, of Newfield, NY, passed away on April 28th, 2026.
Born on February 21, 1954, in Ithaca, New York, George was the son of Alfred Wood and Lois Van Etten Wood. He was known for his kindness, strong work ethic, and deep love for his family.
George worked for many years at Emerson Power Transmission, where he was known...
RoseMarie Bobnick
Jan 9, 2026
RoseMarie was born on May 7, 1940 and passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026. She was the youngest of six children that were born to Percy and Mary Butler and is survived by her children Sharon (Bobnick) Van De Mark, Deborah Bobnick, Jamie (Sue) Bobnick, Thomas Bobnick, and Lorena (Tom) Bobnick-McIntyre and was pre-deceased by her loving husband, James...
Shane "Hump" Humphrey
Apr 9, 2026
Shane “Hump” Humphrey, born in Cortland, passed away unexpectedly on April 9, 2026, at the age of 49.
A graduate of Homer High School, Shane was a gifted athlete who loved sports throughout his life. During high school, he competed in football, lacrosse, and wrestling earning titles as the 1994 Section 3 Class B Champion and 1994 OHSL Central Champion in...
Otis L. Gleason
Apr 18, 2026
Otis L. Gleason
Sept. 25, 1934 – Apr. 18, 2026
Otis is survived by his 5 children; Nancy (Ron) Jones, Otis K. (Linda) Gleason, Gary (Barb) Gleason, Cindy (Doug) Warner, Craig Gleason; his faithful companion, his cat Junior; along with several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and his slew of cows.
Otis worked for Gutchess Lumber in Cortland, NY for over 30 years. Before that he...
Barbara A. Park
Apr 15, 2026
Barbara A. Park, born Barbara A. Utter in Ithaca, NY on May 30, 1940, to Harold and Bertha Utter, passed away on April 15, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, generosity, and quiet strength. She is survived by her sister, Dorris Mattoon; her sons, Daniel Clark and David Clark; her stepchildren, Lynne Park and Avery Park; her nephew, Edward...
Sue Elizabeth O'Connor
Apr 14, 2026
Sue Elizabeth O'Connor was born on January 27, 1937, the daughter of the late Herrick and Dorothy Crumm Diamond. Sue passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026. She was a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend whose life was marked by love, resilience, and a deep commitment to her family and to God.
Sue's journey was one of strength and grace. Throughout...
Raymond Oliver Hatch
Apr 9, 2026
Raymond Oliver Hatch, 94, of McLean, NY passed away on April 9, 2026 surrounded by family. Raymond was born on October 26,1931 in Chenango, New York.
Raymond was the son of Vernon Oliver Hatch and Alice Agnes (Buckley) Hatch. During his childhood he attended Marathon Central School. Raymond left school at the age of 13 for his first job on an...
Penny Rae Simmons
Apr 6, 2026
Penny Rae Simmons, age 82, of Dryden, NY passed away peacefully on Monday, April 6, 2026 with her children at her side. Penny was born on September 23, 1943 in Gouverneur, NY. She was the daughter of the late Claude and Ruth Noble. Penny lived most of her life in Dryden, NY where she raised her four children. Penny loved...
Tina Lois Shevalier
Mar 30, 2026
Tina Lois Shevalier was born on February 23, 1966—a tiny woman with a bright, bold, and unforgettable personality. Her journey in this world came to a peaceful end late Sunday night, March 29, 2026, at her home, surrounded by the love of her children.
Tina was predeceased by her parents, Nathan and Verble Shevalier; her sisters, Trina and Teresa Shevalier; her...
Wm. Riley Hemingway Jr.
Mar 26, 2026
Wm. Riley Hemingway Jr., a dedicated steward of the land and a beloved family man, passed away on March 26, 2026 at the age of 96, leaving behind a legacy deeply rooted in the soil he so lovingly tended. Born on May 20, 1929, he spent his entire life on the same land where he cultivated corn for an astounding...
Jean Sylvia Smiley
Mar 26, 2026
Jean Sylvia Smiley, a cherished member of her community and family, passed away on March 26, 2026. Born on August 6, 1947, in Ithaca, NY, Jean lived a life marked by dedication, passion, and a deep love for the outdoors.
Jean graduated from Dryden High School in 1965, a milestone that laid the foundation for her many accomplishments. She was employed...
Dr. Lisa A. Freedman Shephard
Mar 22, 2026
On March 22, 2026, Dr. Lisa Freedman Shephard passed away after a lengthy struggle with health issues. In her last days, she was surrounded by those she loved: her children, Aaron, Sam, and Sydney; her husband Andy Shephard, and devoted friends.
Lisa Ann Freedman was born on March 15th, 1961, in Ithaca N.Y. After graduating from Ithaca High School, she spent...
Robert Woodrow Wise
Mar 20, 2026
Robert (Bob) W. Wise (73) passed away at home on Friday, March 20, 2026 after walking his dogs one last time.
He was born March 12, 1953, the son of the late Dr. Robert A. Wise and Elinora Ayrault Wise.Bob graduated from Prattsburgh High School in 1971. He went on to study psychology at SUNY Geneseo and received a Bachelor of...
Laura Marie Ankrum
Mar 16, 2026
Laura Marie Ankrum (Langendoerfer), also known as Ann, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026, at Cortland Guthrie Hospital, surrounded by family. A beloved mother, sister, aunt, and friend; she was passionate about crafting and cats. Predeceased by her parents, Richard Sr. and Eunice Langendoerfer, in-laws Paul and Francis Ankrum, husband David Ankrum, son Raymond Ankrum, and grandson David Snyder....
Richard Evan Roberts
Mar 9, 2026
Richard E. Roberts, 89, formerly of Freeville and Owego NY went home to be with the Lord on March 9, 2026. Richard was born in Wilkes Barre, PA to Willard and Helen (Jennings) Roberts, the eldest child and only son of the couple. Richard grew up in Plymouth, PA alongside his sisters Margaret Jane “Peg” (Ralph) Phillips and Eleanor (Carl)...
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