Rodney L. Furgison
Published on: Thursday, August 31, 2017
Rodney L. Furgison, 70, of Sherburne passed away unexpectedly on Thursday evening, August 24, 2017 in the Chenango Memorial Hospital.
Rodney was born on April 20, 1947 in Bainbridge the son of Clifford and Beatrice (Eggleston) Furgison. He grew up in the Bainbridge and Norwich areas where he attended the local schools. In September of 1967 he entered the United States Army serving his country until his honorable discharge in September of 1970. His working career spanned many years first with Norwich – Eaton and subsequently with Kenyon Pre..
Frank L. Mercurio
Published on: Thursday, August 31, 2017
Frank L. Mercurio Sr., Age 79, passed away peacefully on Aug. 28, 2017. He was lovingly surrounded by his family during Hospice care at his home in Oxford, NY. Frank was born in Nutley, NJ being the 9th of 10 children born to Louis & Anna Mercurio. He took great pride in his Italian family heritage. From there, the family values instilled in him were passed down to his own family. From his childhood to his immediate family of today, his family closeness was strongly important and deeply valued. His grandchildren and great grandchildren we..
Patricia A. Brownell
Published on: Thursday, August 31, 2017
Patricia A. Brownell, 80 yrs. old of New Berlin, NY passed away on August, 28, 2017 in Norwich, NY, surrounded by her family.
Pat was born on April 6, 1937 in Bainbridge, NY the daughter of William & Charlotte (Hawkins) Haynes. Her childhood was spent in the Bainbridge, Franklin & New Berlin, NY areas, eventually settling in, raising her children in, and residing until her death, in New Berlin.
Pat was an Associate Underwriter for Preferred Mutual Insurance Company in New Berlin, retiring after 22 years of service. Like many other ‘locals..
Robert Henry Mcdonald
Published on: Thursday, August 31, 2017
Robert (Bob) Henry McDonald, Sr., 74, of South Plymouth/South Otselic, NY passed away unexpectedly on July 25, 2017. Bob was born on September 18, 1942 in Wheeling, W.VA to Alan McDonald and Marion (Fox) McDonald Brandt. He grew up in Wheeling and attended school there. He later moved to Massachusetts where he owned and operated a gas station, worked at Colonial Press and Oxford Heavy Duty Equipment as a mechanic. In 1992, Bob moved to South Otselic, NY where he worked at Gladding Corporation as a foreman until his retirement. After retiring, h..
Bertha L. Blackman
Published on: Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Bertha L. Blackman, 92, of East Pharsalia, NY died on August 26,
2017 at Chenango Memorial Hospital Nursing Home where she had
been for a short time. She was born on June 30, 1925 in McDonough,
NY to Ward and Rose Gardner Manwarren.
On November 25, 1942 she married Frederick W. Blackman in
New Berlin, NY in a double wedding ceremony with her brother and
future sister-in-law Stewart Manwarren and June Blackman.
Bertha worked at the Berglas Co., Norwich Shoe Co., Norwich
Knitting Mill, and was a nurse’s aide and caretaker for several ..
Patricia A. Brownell
Published on: Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Patricia A. Brownell, 80 yrs. old of New Berlin, NY passed away on
August, 28, 2017 in Norwich, NY, surrounded by her family.
Pat was born on April 6, 1937 in Bainbridge, NY the daughter of
William & Charlotte (Hawkins) Haynes. Her childhood was spent in
the Bainbridge, Franklin & New Berlin, NY areas, eventually settling in,
raising her children in, and residing until her death, in New Berlin.
Pat was an Associate Underwriter for Preferred Mutual Insurance
Company in New Berlin, retiring after 22 years of service. Like many
other ‘lo..
Ronald G. Parks
Published on: Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Ronald G. Parks, 78, of McDonough, passed away peacefully on
June 3, 2016 at Valley View Nursing Home. He was predeceased by
his wife of 22 years, Donna Parks; his parents, Robert and Madeline
Parks; and his two brothers, Oren Parks, and Carl Parks. He is survived
by his twin brother, Robert and Dianne Parks; his other brothers
and sisters including, Gary and Marge Parks, Sheila and Bob
Grant, Larry and Sue Parks, JoAnn Brewer, and Kay VanTassel; as
well as many nieces, nephews and friends. There will be a celebration
of Ronald’s life..
Diane K. Howard
Published on: Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Diane Kay Howard, age 74, passed away in her sleep on Monday,
August 28, 2017. She leaves behind a loving family and a legacy of
caring for others that extended far beyond her home.
Diane was born April 22, 1943 in Decatur, Indiana, the daughter
of Arnold and Dorothy (Miller) Erxleben. She was raised there in a
large extended family and was the oldest of five siblings, all of whom
were brought up in the Christian faith at Zion Friedheim Lutheran
Church. She attended a one room schoolhouse through the eighth
grade and graduated from Monm..
Tania Church Moore
Published on: Wednesday, August 30, 2017
TANIA CHURCH MOORE
May 13,1979- August 9,2017
Tania Church Moore, 38, passed away on August 9, 2017. Tania
was a generous, loving and kind soul, she was a friend to many and
always fought the cause for the underdog. She was passionate about
her artwork and poetry which she shared with many. Tania had the
ability to turn a stranger into a friend for life with just one conversation.
She was always up for an adventure and is known by all who
knew her for her unique and infectious laugh. Tania loved her son
Derrick and wanted to be the bes..
Shirley Schultz
Published on: Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Shirley Schultz, 71 of Oxford passed away on August 28, 20017 at her home. She was born on December 14, 1945 in Charleston, SC a daughter of the late Bryant and Lillian (Rourke) Harrison. On June 2, 1962 in Charleston Heights, SC she married Paul A. Schultz, who died on July 10, 2005. She is survived by her sons and daughters in law, Patrick and Natalie Schultz, Matthew and Beth Schultz, Michael and Ginger Schultz, and Nathan and Cheryl Schultz; her grandchildren, Andrea, Katie, Wesley, Casssie, Ian, Michaela, Robert, Keagan and Harper; her bro..
Mary Ann Lamphere
Published on: Monday, August 14, 2017
MARY ANN LAMPHERE
Mary Ann Lamphere, 76, of Norwich, passed away Tuesday afternoon, August 8, 2017, at the Wilson Regional Medical Center of Johnson City.
Mary was born on March 12, 1941 in Morris, the daughter of Nelson and Ruth (Sickler) Shaw. She grew up in Morris where she attended the local school and eventually moved with her family to Smyrna. In 1969 Mary moved to Norwich where she has since made her home. While living in Norwich she had worked for the Howard Johnson’s Hotel. In her work she was always very particular in keeping thin..
Nancy Strobel
Published on: Monday, August 14, 2017
NANCY STROBEL
Nancy Strobel, 62 of Georgetown, NY passed away unexpectedly on August 10, 2017.
She is survived by her loving husband, Garth Strobel of Georgetown; her father, Phillip Crooks of Oxford; her children, Christie and Timothy Murphy and daughter Caleigh of Northborough, MA; Sarah and Regis Madzudzo and children, Megan Cole, Chloe Cole and Chiedza Madzudzo. of Kerrville, TX, Sean O’Bryan and Jennifer Greene and children, Abigail and Brianna of Sherburne, Brendan and Jillian O’Bryan and son Egan of Binghamton; her brothers and sis..
Thomas “chub” Tomsic Jr
Published on: Thursday, August 10, 2017
THOMAS TOMSIC JR
Thomas “Chub” Tomsic Jr, 84, of Norwich, NY passed away on August 8, 2017 at his home in his sleep.
Thomas served his country as a Sargent in the u.s. Air Force in Gila Bend, A2. He was also a very hardworking man, who in his bit of spa re time built a log home which was his and Joyce’s residence, earned his pilot’s license and also built his own ult ra-light craft. He also enjoyed playing guitar, cards, gardening, and attending his grandkids sport events.
Thomas is survived by his wife, Joyce of 50 years, sons; Dery..
Breanna L. Christian
Published on: Wednesday, August 9, 2017
Breanna L. Christian, 19, of South New Berlin passed away early Thursday morning, August 3, 2017, at the Wilson Regional Medical Center in Johnson City.
Breanna was born on October 26, 1997 in Oneonta the daughter of Kevin and Robin (Aikins) Christian. She was a 2015 graduate of the Unadilla Valley High School, where she was very involved in the basketball program, and had just graduated from SUNY Morrisville earning her degree in Criminal Justice. Breanna was also currently employed at LOWES in Norwich where she has worked for the past 2 year..
Kathryn White
Published on: Wednesday, August 9, 2017
Kathryn White, 59 of Oxford passed away on July 29, 2017 at Binghamton General Hospital. She was born on January 7, 1958 in Norwich, NY.
She is survived by her children, KathyJo Graves and daughter Brooke of Oxford, David White, Jr. and son Trey of Birmingham, AL, Karen Norman and children Cali and Carter of Smyrna, and Kimberley and Brett Johnson and son Cade of Cooperstown.
She was a member of Jehovah’s Witness Congregation of Norwich. She loved her family and especially her grandchildren.
Services were held on at Kingdom Hall, Route 1..
Marion I. Wiggins
Published on: Wednesday, August 9, 2017
Marion I. Wiggins, 97 yrs. old of New Berlin, NY passed away on August 7, 2017.
Marion was born on December 23, 1919 in Edmeston, NY. She was predeceased by her husband Harold of 37 years, granddaughter, Deanne Manley, daughter, Thelma Manley, parents; Maude Hickling & Arthur Pearsall, and sisters: Mildred, Vivian, Hazel & Doris. She is survived by her son Norman & his wife Syliva, 9 wonderful grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, 13 great great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Marion spent her childhood in Edmeston, NY and la..
Helen L. Wales-gray
Published on: Wednesday, August 9, 2017
Helen L. Wales-Gray, 89, of Norwich, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 30, 2017 at the Elizabeth Manor Nursing Home in Binghamton.
Born October 3, 1927, in Bainbridge, Helen was the daughter of Charles G. and Ethel May (Ashley) Bilby. She was a graduate of Greene High School.
With her first husband, George “Dick” Meade, and second husband, Roger Wales, she raised seven children. She was also predeceased by her third husband Thomas Gray, who died in 2006. She was a devoted mother who loved each of her children dearly, and adored her..
Nancy A. Cushman
Published on: Tuesday, August 8, 2017
NANCY CUSHMAN
Nancy A. Cushman, 67, of Cortland Street, passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2017, as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident in Walton, NY.
Born September 21, 1949, in Aberdeen, MD, Nancy was the daughter of Homer and Ruth (Pegelow) McPherson. The oldest of ten children, she grew up in Medina, NY. Nancy graduated from Medina High School with the Class of 1967. A highly diligent high school student, Nancy earned scholarships and attended Alfred University where she completed a bachelor’s degree in sociology. It wa..
Raymond W. Page
Published on: Tuesday, August 8, 2017
RAYMOND PAGE
Raymond W. Page died on August 3, 2017 in Parkville, Maryland at the age of 82.
Raymond is survived by wife, Susan S. Page, children and spouses of John D. Page, James H. Page, Tracey Page Jolley, and nine adoring grandchildren.
Raymond was born on February 8, 1935 in New Berlin, New York to Howard L. Page and Doris L. Page. In 1953, he joined the US Army at the age of 18. Later, he went on to graduate from SUNY Oswego, with additional coursework from Syracuse University, Harvard University, and a Master’s degree in Education..
Robert George Handy
Published on: Monday, August 7, 2017
ROBERT GEORGE HANDY
Robert George Handy, age 80, of Norwich, NY passed away peacefully August 2, 2017 with his loving family by his side. He was born in Norwich to the late George M. Handy and Frances Wood Handy on September 14, 1936. He is survived by his wife of sixty years, Joyce Neish Handy, his three sons, Michael of Chapel Hill, NC, Timothy (wife Janet and children Alison, Jeff and Jason) of Norwich NY, and Christopher (wife Alyson and children Ainsley and Hayden) of Fairport NY, and his sister Judy Derr of Bainbridge NY, and his..
Melba E. Jenne
Published on: Monday, August 7, 2017
MELBA E. JENNE
SHERBURNE – Melba E. Jenne, 64, of East Hill Rd., passed away Friday, August 4, 2017 at the Norwich Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.
She was born March 8, 1953 in Deposit, NY, a daughter of Percy and Beatrice Lamoreax Woodford. She was a graduate of Deposit Central High School and Morrisville State College. On June 7, 1975, Melba married James M. Jenne in the McClure United Methodist Church. She enjoyed tatting, crafting, sewing and flower arranging. At one time, she sold bedding plants, but first and foremost, she was a fa..
Reverend Lyle Dean Linder, M.div., Phd.
Published on: Monday, August 7, 2017
REV. LYLE LINDER
Reverend Lyle Dean Linder, M.Div., PhD., passed away on August 3, 2017. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Linder and their children Leslie Linder, Harry Bohrs (Anne Turner) and Daniel Bohrs, and grandchildren Katharine and Nathaniel Bohrs. Lyle is also survived by his sister Nancy Linder Bucher, nieces Janet Alviar and Joy Bucher, his aunt, Rojane Linder, and many cousins from the Linder and Nelson families of Nebraska. Lyle and Mary Ann hosted numerous foreign exchange students from Japan, and sponsored students in Mexico...
Anna Marie Fahey
Published on: Monday, August 7, 2017
ANNA MARIE FAHEY
Anna Marie Fahey, born 1946, died January 7, 2017. Wife of Richard Fahey, mother of 12 children, Anna Marie helped pioneer the revival of homesteading, herbal medicine, home childbirth and homeschooling.
Friends are invited to Mass at St. Joseph’s in Oxford on Saturday, August 12, at 5:45 p.m. and a memorial service after at about 6:45 p.m. in the church basement...