Cosimo A. DelSanto

Cosimo A. DelSanto, 77 of Endicott, NY, passed away Monday June 7, 2021 after a short illness. He was predeceased by his parents, Nicholas and Teresa (Bucci) DelSanto; his brothers, James P. DelSanto I, and James P. DelSanto II; his sister Angeline (Joseph) Catanzaro; his niece, Judy Anne Griffith. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Rita (VanAuken) DelSanto; two sons, Mike (Victoria) DelSanto and Nicholas DelSanto; three grandchildren, Shawn, Stephen and Michael DelSanto; his niece, Mary Anne (Gerald) Serbonich and Joseph Catanzro, Jr.; two sisters-in-law, Marcella (Dan) View and Winifred (Jerry) Agan; also several great nieces, nephews and dear friends.

He was a graduate of Union Endicott High School, Class of 1962. He was a four year Veteran of the Vietnam War, serving 3 years at Otis Air Force Base in Cape Cod working security and was on the Presidential Honor Guard. He served his last year in Pleiku, Vietnam. He started his career at Midstate Litho and later co-owned Carr Printing from 1979-1989. In 1990 he opened Cos’ Corner in the Midtown Mall in Binghamton. He was the founding owner and operator of Close Quarters in Endicott from 1991-1995. In 1996 he established Cos’ Tap Service and retired in 2003 to travel and enjoy life with his wife, Rita. He was a member of the VFW Post 1371, Owego, The American Legion Post 1700, Endicott, Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, Endicott, The Endicott Elks, The American Carpatho Russian Citizens Club, Endicott and The Duca Degli Abruzzi Lodge #443, Order Sons of Italy in America, where he was instrumental in the establishment and operation of its Friday Lunch Program as well as chairing and volunteering for many other events.

A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday 9:30 AM at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church 701 W. Main St. Endicott, NY. Entombment will follow in Riverhurst Cemetery, Endwell, NY. The family will receive friends at the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc. 1905 Watson Blvd. Endicott, NY on Friday from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in his memory may be made to the Son’s of Italy Scholarship Fund 126 Odell Ave. Endicott, NY 13760. 

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David J. Hayes

David J. Hayes of Endwell, age 58, passed away unexpectedly on April 28, 2021. David is survived by his beloved wife, Ellen, daughter, Rebecca Hayes and stepson, Ryan Sharpe, siblings: Robert Hayes, Manassas, VA, Jon and Colleen Hayes, East Brunswick, NJ and Tom and Janet Keys, Nolensville, TN. Nephew- Alan Keys, Nieces- Catherine (Michael) McCarthy, Michelle (Michael) Todisco, Allison Keys, Victoria Hayes and Kelly Hayes. Grandnephew, Michael McCarthy and grandniece Delaney McCarthy. Several Sister and Brother in laws (Norton Family). He was predeceased by his parents Clinton and Roberta Hayes, Brother- Dennis Hayes and sister in law- Mary Hayes.

David was a graduate of Maine Endwell Senior High and SUNY Binghamton. He worked in the Insurance Industry. David was a beloved husband, father, brother and friend and will be greatly missed. David loved all sports including the Boston Red Sox and the San Francisco 49ers. He also loved to play golf. Watching sports with his daughter was a great pastime. David had a great sense of humor and a smile that would light up the room. He was also very generous. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, June 12, 2021 at Round Top, Endicott NY, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.. Those kindly wishing memorial contributions can make it to United Health Services Foundation, New Horizons, 10 Mitchell Avenue, Binghamton, NY 13901 or Alzheimer’s Association.

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Bernard Daniel O’Doherty

Westering home and a song in the air

Light in the eye and it’s goodbye to care

Bernard Daniel O’Doherty of Ireland and Endicott, NY, died on May 23rd, 2021, survived by his wife Julie Mundt, his sons Kevin and Brian, a collection of much-cherished family and friends, and two comfort kitties.

Bernie was a camera whisperer, music maker, 11th-hour poet, and creator of many magical memories for a whole bunch of lucky children. He loved surprising people with whatever might delight them: The Wiggly Way and Wiggly House, novelty flashlights, personalized piano compositions, and culinary treats (always artistically presented). Most of all he gave his attention and his love. 

He leaves behind numerous contributions to the family lexicon (rambunxination, obnoxed, Frassenfresser, kerplunkt, entwazzled, schnozwangled, arse tartles, j’agree, and his unique use of flummoxed), lots of crumbs from all the times he “[didn’t] need a plate,” and exactly one joke:

What’s the difference between an Irish wedding and an Irish wake? There’s one less drunk at the wake.

 Some of Bernie and Julie’s favorite people who had to hear that joke…a lot…are the ones they would most like to thank: Dr. Keith Nichols, a veritable prince among men; Dr. Kathleen McGinley, Colleen, Sarah, and the whole Broome Urology team; Dr. George Varsos and the entire Lourdes Radiology team; Dr. Jonathan Kloss and Kathryn Wilczewski, NP, of Broome Oncology; Dr. Jerome Mikloucich, Dr. Alan DeMaine, Megan Peters, and Beth Paramore of Lourdes Palliative Medicine; and every sweet person at Lourdes, too numerous to name, who cared for Bernie with warmth and kindness over the years. Their diligence and compassion made a depressing situation infinitely more bearable.

So many people showed up for Bernie when he needed it most. His siblings Eamonn, Cahir, Muredach, Brenda, and Fergal traversed oceans and continents to visit him, sang him songs through WhatsApp, emailed and texted, and called from the other side of the world. Cousin Rosa and husband Richard video chatted and kept a candle burning for him every day in Donegal. And Bernie’s beloved Kevin brought him the gift of peace and a rescue dog named Bessie, drawing out of Bernie the last real smiles that would light up his whole face.  

The final part of this journey went way too fast but left an unpayable debt of gratitude for the heroes who eased Bernie’s last weeks and days. Bernie so much appreciated Tristyn, Aubrey, Sarah, and everyone who came to help at home from Lourdes Hospice and all the earth angels who were there for him (and Julie) round the clock the six days before his death. If you can’t arrange to die with the poets at the Villa Cimbrone in Ravello, Italy, the second-best choice must surely be at Mercy House of the Southern Tier in Endicott, NY. 

Julie and Bernie would love it if, in lieu of flowers, people would donate any amount at all to this miraculous place: https://mercyhousesoutherntier.com/

A private celebration of Bernie’s life will be arranged at the family’s convenience.

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Minnie Louise Sisco

Minnie Louise Sisco, our beloved “Pete”, mother, auntie, grandmother, great-grandmother went to be with the Lord, passing away peacefully on Wednesday, May 19, 2021.  Born 1925 and raised in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, she is preceded in death by her husband of 56 years Charles “Chuck” Sisco, her parents Bill and Ada Lovelady of Smithville, Ark, and all 6 of her siblings; Billy Ray Lovelady, Thelma Jean Sinkler-Donley, Charles Richard “Mickey” Lovelady, Laveta Mae Luther-Whitmire, Buddy Joe Lovelady and Bobby Earl Lovelady.  She is survived by her daughters Linda (Frank) Wells of Whitney Point, NY and Michele (John) Henkel of Endicott, NY. Five grandchildren, Carrie (Cecil) Balentine of Smithville, Ar Amy Wells of Endicott, NY Robin (Lance) Price of Virgil, NY and Amanda and Adam Henkel of Endicott, NY. 6 great-grandchildren Kristina Balentine, Ashley Price, Zachary Price, Emily Price, Jedidiah Henkel Preston, and Theodore John Henkel Preston.  All of her many nieces and nephews, special to her all, were remembered and spoken of almost daily.  Our Lovelady family is together again and the reunion is joyous.

Pete and Chuck met in Walnut Ridge, Ark when Chuck was stationed there with the Army Air Corps.  They married on April Fool’s Day in 1946 and Chuck brought his southern bride home to the great white north, settling in New Milford, Pennsylvania.  Never having seen snow before, her first winter was a shock to her soul and she forever longed to return to the humid, hot heat of Arkansas.  Pete never lost her southern drawl and became a Yankee only by residence, and our little family was raised in Johnson City and Binghamton before their retirement, upon which they lived happily on the red clay land of her home in Smithville, Ark; returned once again to the fold of her beloved family and siblings.  Upon Chuck’s passing in 2002, Momma returned home to us in NY state where she was able to once again be with her beloved grandbabies and daughters.  In her life’s journey, she made many friends with her infectious laugh, good humor, and friendliness.  

Pete grew up picking cotton with her siblings on her parent’s cotton farm in rural Arkansas.  I would call her a bit of a renaissance woman.  Having left school before graduating, she was a well-read woman who like to read the Encyclopedia for fun.  She had an avid interest in UFOs, ghost stories, and Native American history; having come from the land where the Osage lived and enjoyed collecting arrowheads from her property.  She knew about the history of our family to the history of our nation, to know all the local family names of the area from reading the obituaries.   A farmer’s daughter, she loved growing vegetables and flowers alike.  She and Chuck spent many an hour traveling around the hills and valleys of our states.  She passed on her love of country music and the musical gene in our family.  Our Momma was one of a kind and she will be sorely missed but to paraphrase Johnny Cash; the memory of her legacy will live on. “She’ll be around, she’ll always be around, and around and around and around.”  

 The family wishes to give special thanks to the entire nursing staff team at Ideal Senior Living where Pete has lived for the past several years.  She was well cared for and loved by her aides.  The jobs they do are too numerous and mostly thankless but please know we know no facility could run half as well as it does without you and we thank you All for everything you do daily for all of our elderly in care.

Private funeral services will be held Saturday May 29, 2021, at the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc.

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Frank DiLuzio

Frank DiLuzio, 84 of Unadilla, NY, passed away suddenly on Tuesday May 18, 2021. He was predeceased by his son Joseph DiLuzio in 2016. He is survived by six children, Frank DiLuzio, Teresa Curtis, Mark DiLuzio, Susan Gaylord, Douglas DiLuzio and John DiLuzio; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and cousins.

He was a retired employee of the New York State Department of Transportation. He was a loving and devoted father and grandfather who will be dearly missed. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 24, at 2:30 PM at the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc. 1905 Watson Blvd. Endicott, NY with the Rev. John Martinichio, officiating. The family will receive friends at the Pucedo Funeral Home on Monday from 1:00 PM until time of service of 2:30 PM.

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Craig G. Maye

Craig G. Maye, 71, of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, formerly of Johnson City, NY passed away unexpectedly, Saturday May 15, 2021, at his home. He was predeceased by his parents Raymond and Anna Maye; his uncle Ralph Daehnke. He is survived by his loving wife Debbie with whom he shared 38 wonderful years; his son MacArthur Maye; his step-daughters Jennifer (James) Howland and Jessica Johnson; his step-grandchildren Victoria, Cynthia, Savanah and James, Jr.; his step-great-granddaughter Aniylah; his sister Bonnie Maye and her husband Douglas Schwarz; his niece Juliana Schwarz; his aunt Irene Daehnke; his cousins Kirk (Janie) Daehnke, Kim (Mee Son Chung) Daehnke and Amy (Tom) Krupa.

He was a member of St. Mary’s Orthodox Church, Endicott and a former member of its board and the Johnson City Elks Club. Craig was a five time cancer survivor who fought to enjoy life and his family. He enjoyed fishing, war gaming and playing poker. He was always the life of the party and always had a joke to tell. Funeral services will be held Saturday, 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Orthodox Church 1907 Jenkins St. Endicott, NY. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. The family will receive friends at St. Mary’s Church on Saturday from 10 AM until time of service at 11:00 a.m. Expressions of sympathy in his memory may be made to St. Mary’s  Cemetery Fund.

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Shirley Zaharris

Shirley Zaharris, of Vestal, NY, passed away Sunday May 16, 2021 at her home. She was predeceased by her companion Charles Pickert; her parents Bruce and Marion Dean; her son James Zaharris; her brothers Lloyd and Raymond Dean; her sister Lorraine Hammond; and the father of her children, Edward Zaharris. She is survived by four children, Edward Zaharris, Jr., John Zaharris, Debbie Millward (Chris Gow), Margaret (Tom) Hoskins; her grandchildren, Spencer Zaharris, John (Lani Sue) Zaharris, Nicholas Zaharris, Tonya Zaharris, Edward (Lindsey) Ruffo, James Millward (Allison Lynn), Christopher Hoskins; her great-grandchildren, Emma, Hudson, Dawson, Adalynn and Desiree; her brothers Douglas (Wilma) Dean and Roy Dean; her sister Margaret Griffith; also several nieces, nephews, cousins and Bingo friends. She was a retired employee of Universal, Singer-Link and Three Arrows. She was a former member of the American Legion #1254, Binghamton. At Shirley’s request there will be no formal services. Expressions of sympathy in her memory may be made to Mercy House 212 N. McKinley Ave. Endicott, NY 13760.

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Patricia A. (Pat) Sullivan

Patricia A. (Pat) Sullivan, of Endwell, passed away on May 10th while at Mercy House. Pat was predeceased by her parents Joe and Nita Theodore; her brother, Gary; her brother-in-law, Ray Lubniewski; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Bob and Jane Sullivan. She is survived by her husband Dennis and her children, Robin and Dan (Tracy). She is also survived by her grandchildren, Brian (Arianna), Kaitlyn and her husband Matt, John (Brittany) and Megan (Shawn); her great granddaughter, Sophia; her sisters, Kay Lubniewski, Nancy Cullings and her husband Pat; her brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Chris and Betty Sullivan; her nieces and nephews, Raymond, Missy (Dave), Jason, Karen (Reeves), Matt (Sue), Andrew, Tim, Wendy, Erin, Shannon; several great nieces and great nephews; her cousins, Mike (Pat), Skip (Jan); her dog Mollie. Pat also leaves behind her best friend Patty Leighton. They would spend hours on the phone discussing families and solving the world’s problems.

Pat was a paralegal and law office manager for many years before she “retired” to take care of her grandkids, a decision that she never regretted. Pat was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt who loved her family unconditionally. God help the person who dared to say anything bad about any of them. She never missed one of her kids or grandkids sporting events, concerts, musicals or anything else they were involved in. They were the center of her life. She drove the grandkids crazy with her 20 questions but she asked them because she loved them so much and wanted nothing bad to happen to them that she couldn’t fix. She was so proud of all their accomplishments and would brag about them endlessly to anyone who would listen. Pat and Sully met when he was coaching CYO Basketball and she was coaching CYO Cheerleading. She reluctantly accepted a date with him to the CYO Commissioners Ball in 1977. For Sully it was love at first sight but Pat took a little more convincing. They were married a year later on St. Patrick’s Day. She followed him through his CYO coaching career and when he became the CYO Basketball Director she became his unofficial assistant fielding many phone calls and giving advice and answers. Those answers and advice were always right. By necessity, Pat became a huge Notre Dame Football and St. Bonaventure Basketball fan. She loved her annual trips to South Bend and other places around the country to watch the Fighting Irish. She hated cold weather and was less thrilled about winter trips to Olean to watch Bonaventure Basketball but she made them anyway. She reluctantly followed Sully to concerts to hear his favorite 60’s bands, but by the end of the shows she was singing and clapping, saying “I know all these songs”. For many years she was a devoted fan of the local hockey teams. She loved watching football on Sunday afternoon and the Yankees, as long as they were winning. Pat was a cheerleading coach at her home parish of St. Cyril and later at Our Lady of Angels after moving to Endwell. When she finished her coaching career she served as a judge for CYO Cheerleading competitions. She was the #1 fan of St. Joseph’s Basketball and Cheerleading programs when her grandkids were involved there. Pat was an excellent cook and baker who maintained a spotless, well decorated home that drew compliments from all who visited. After spending a month decorating the house, her always perfect Christmas Tree and baking all kinds of goodies, Christmas Eve was her time to shine. She would gather the entire family, and anyone else who showed up around her. All of the kids loved to tease Grandma and Aunt Pad on that night and any other chance they got. She pretended to get mad but loved it. Although sometimes stubborn and opinionated, Pat will be missed by all who knew her and those whose lives she touched.

The family will receive friends at the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc. 1905 Watson Blvd. Endicott, NY from 4 to 7 PM on Thursday, May 13th and on  Friday morning May 14th from 9 AM until 9:45 AM at the Church of the Holy Family prior to Pat’s Funeral Mass at 10 AM. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Johnson City, NY. A sincere thank you to Fr. Clarence and the staff at Mercy House who were wonderful to Pat during her stay there. Donations to Mercy House in Pat’s memory will be appreciated.

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Robert (Bob) Battista

Robert (Bob) Battista, 76, of Johnson City, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 3, 2021, at Lourdes Hospital with his loving family at his side. He was predeceased by his son, Christopher. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Gerry Battista; his son, Michael Battista (Lystra); his daughter; Amy Battista; his stepdaughter, Geri Woodruff; his grandchildren, Derek Battista, Amber White, Austin Battista, Madison Battista, Emily Battista and Jonathan Kiley; his great-granddaughter, Lillie White; his sister, Ruth Ann Klenchik; also several nephews, cousins and friends.

He was a retired employee of Rasco Shoes, Johnson City, an avid New York Mets Fan and a devoted grandfather. At Bob’s request there will be no formal funeral services. Donations in his memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association PO Box 7023 Merrifield, VA 22116-7023

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Olga Kotasek

Olga Kotasek, 101 of Endicott, passed away peacefully, Saturday May 1, 2021 at Mercy House with her loving family at her side. She was predeceased by her husband of 65 years, Michael Kotasek; her son, Emil Kotasek; her grandsons, Tommy and Chris Ciotoli; her sisters, Mary (George) Klimek and Anna (John) Yuricek; her nephew, Ron Yuricek. She is survived by her son, Michael (Beverly) Kotasek ; her loving and devoted daughter, Patty (Mike) Ciotoli; her daughter-in-law, Barbara Kotasek; her grandchildren, Kimmie (Jeff) Carpenter, Casey Carpenter, Justin, Brittney, Chloe and Allie Ann Carpenter, Mikey Parker, Mason Kotasek, Jeanine Sapp, Brian and Kevin Kotasek; her nieces, Margurite (Anthony) Anechiarico and Marie Yuricek; her sisters-in-law, Genevie Wheatley and Emily Mrva; her special friend and caregiver, Marie English; also many nieces, nephews and friends who she dearly loved.

Olga was immensely proud of her family and leaves them many beautiful memories. The family wishes to thank, Dr. John Welch, Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital’s Seton One and Mercy House for the love and compassion that Olga received. Funeral services will be held Wednesday 9:30 AM from the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc. 1905 Watson Blvd. Endicott followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Church 300 Odell Ave. Endicott, NY at 10:00 AM. Entombment will be in Riverhurst Cemetery, Endwell. The family will receive friends at the Pucedo Funeral Home on Tuesday from 4 to 6 PM. Expressions of sympathy in her memory may be made to Mercy House 212 N. McKinley Ave. Endicott, NY 13760 or St. Anthony’s Food Pantry 906 Jenkins St. Endicott, NY 13760.

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Sebastian (Sam) Rossi

Sebastian (Sam) Rossi, 82 of Endicott, passed away peacefully Thursday April 29, 2021 at his home. He was predeceased by his parents, Luigi and Francesca Rossi and his brother-in-law, Matteo Tiberia. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Eve (Battaglini) Rossi; two daughters, Francine (Robert) Killian and Arleen Rossi; his grandson, Matthew Killian; two sisters, Lydia Tiberia and Antoinette (Donato) Roberto; also several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Church, Endicott, a member of the Order Sons of Italy in America, Binghamton Lodge #487 and the Northside Sausage Club. He was the owner of Rossi’s Pizza and Market, Endicott for over 30 years. The family would like to thank the Doctors and staff of UHS and Guthrie for the compassionate care given to Sam.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday 9:30 AM from the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc. 1905 Watson Blvd. Endicott, NY followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Church 300 Odell Ave. Endicott, NY at 10:00 AM. Entombment will follow in Riverhurst Cemetery, Endwell. The family will receive friends at the Pucedo Funeral Home on Monday evening from 5 to 7 PM. The Binghamton Sons of Italy Lodge will hold a prayer service Monday at 6:45 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in his memory may be made to Mercy House 212 N. McKinley Ave. Endicott, NY 13760.

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Irene Hranek

Irene Hranek, 92, of Endicott, NY passed away peacefully on April 24, 2021.  She was known to many as Grammy, and will be remembered by all who knew her as a wonderfully warm and generous person.Irene graduated with honors from Union - Endicott High School in 1946.  She was a senior class officer and participated in numerous clubs.  Her family will remember her most for her love of baking, especially eggie cookies, apple pie and French toast, playing Uno at the kitchen table, serving fresh raspberries with sugar sitting on the front porch, and calling her kids home with her exceptionally loud whistle.  She loved to shop and was an amazing bargain hunter, and if you tried to do the jumble in the newspaper faster than she, you would likely lose.  She knew the weekly menu at “Nya Nya’s” (Jimmy Roma's) and was a regular for pot roast sandwiches and chili. She made many friends working at Valley Design, and continued those friendships into her later years. She was married to Tony for 53 years.  Together they had a zest for travel, visiting family in Czechoslovakia, taking many family trips cross country, spending summers at Sodus Point, and one of the best, their trip to Hawaii.  They enjoyed many picnics with the Czechoslovak Moravian Club and listening to polkas. 

She was predeceased by her parents, Frank and Elizabeth Wanechek, her husband Anthony Hranek, sisters and brothers in law Betty and Frank Sevcik, Lillian and William Antal, and grandson Eric Pinto.  She is survived by her daughter Kathleen and husband John LaShier, her son, Gary and wife Tara Hranek, grandchildren Melissa and husband Mike Heller, Nicole and husband Eric Johnston, Brienne and husband Marcus Harris, Scott Hranek, Stefan Hranek, and many great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

 The family would like to thank all the staff at Ideal Senior Living Center for their compassionate care, especially the 5th floor assisted living and dining room staff, Tulip Court, and Violet Court. The family will receive friends at the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc. 1905 Watson Blvd. Endicott, NY on Wednesday morning from 9:30 AM until 10:30 AM when funeral services will begin, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Joseph’s Church 207 Hayes Ave. Endicott, NY. Burial will follow in Riverhurst Cemetery, Endwell, NY. The Funeral Mass will also be available live at St. Joseph’s Church Facebook Page. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in her memory may be made to St. Joseph’s Church.

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Shirley Wyak

Shirley Wyak, 86, of Endicott passed away on April 21, 2021.  She was predeceased by her parents J. Benjamin and Anna Chura, her sister Lucille Phelps and niece Andrea Perry. She is survived by her daughter Courtney Most, her grandsons Nicholas and Christopher Most, all of Endwell, her sister Sandra Perry of NJ, her sister-in-law Carol (Dick) Lehr. Moravia NY, also several nieces and nephews and many dear friends.

Shirley was a graduate from Union Endicott High School class of 1952 and Cortland College.  She was a kindergarten teacher at George W. Johnson for over 35 years and after that speech and language screening (10+ years).  She absolutely loved her job and hated to leave.  Nothing gave her more joy than being somewhere and hear “Mrs. Wyak”!  Those of you that had her as a teacher it meant the world to her when you said hello and talked about your kindergarten memories.  After losing her husband Steve of 60 years, over 3 years ago, a part of her was missing.  They did everything together. They purchased a cottage when they were only 26 years old that changed theirs, and so many others, lives forever. They spent most of their time there.  She was able to spend her summers there with her daughter Courtney and once retired she and her husband would enjoy their summers, weekends and holidays there with their true gems…grandsons, Nick and Chris.  She was her daughter and grandsons life and now losing both Baba and Papa leaves a big void that can never ever be filled. She was so very proud of her family. She and her husband loved to dance.  They are jitterbugging to their hearts content right now.  She loved her family and lake family, snowmobiling, selling at antique shows with her sister, casinos, her antique shops and her Jonathan’s Crew.  She especially loved going on cruises and of course we can’t forget her love for Frank Sinatra.  She was president of the Alzheimer’s Association for many years.  She was one very classy lady who lived life to the fullest and will be greatly missed by so many.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, 12:45 PM from the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc. 1905 Watson Blvd. Endicott, NY and at 1:15 PM at St. Ambrose Church 203 Washington Ave. Endicott, NY where a Funeral Mass will be held. Entombment will follow in Riverhurst Cemetery, Endwell. The family will receive friends at the Pucedo Funeral Home on Monday from 4 to 7 PM. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in her memory may be made to Mercy House 212 N. McKinley Ave. Endicott, NY 13760.

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Madelyn A. Kushner

Madelyn A. Kushner of Endicott, born to Mary and John Kushner on August 16, 1945 passed away on April 21, 2021 at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Irene (Joe) Petrolle; her aunt and uncle, Sue and Joe Kushner; her aunt, Ann D’Angelo; her cousins, Gary Kushner and Barbara (Kushner) Dailey. Madelyn graduated from Union-Endicott High School, class of 1963. She was employed for 30 years at the Giant Market in West Corners. Madelyn was like a sister to her loving Kushner cousins. Those who survive are, Karen Silverman, Kathy (John) Boll, David (Laurene) Kushner, Joe (Judy) Kushner, Brian (Patty) Kushner and Jim Kushner. Also many other cousins survive, especially Diana (Marty) Fiehl and her cousins children, Kristin (Boll) Davis, JB Boll, Kyra Schnauber, Mark Silverman, Laura Gibson, Glenn Schnauber, Nicole Kushner, Aimee Weiner, Victoria Whitcomb and James Kushner. Others who will miss Madelyn are; David (Mary) Petrolle and family, Rosalie Salamida; her dear friend, Barbara Fiacco.

The family wishes to thank Madelyn’s neighbors, Lisa and Karl, Marie, Christine, Rhonda and Jim for their love and care of Madelyn. A special thank you to Madelyn’s caregiver, Sharon Witte. Private funeral services will be held at the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc. 1905 Watson Blvd. Endicott, NY with the Rev. Father Clarence F. Rumble, officiating. Burial will be in Riverhurst Cemetery, Endwell. Expressions of sympathy in her memory may be made to Mercy House 212 N. McKinley Ave. Endicott, NY 13760 or to St. Anthony’s Food Pantry 906 Jenkins St. Endicott, NY 13760.

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Lawrence (Doug) Sexton

Lawrence (Doug) Sexton, 87 of the Town of Maine, NY, passed away Thursday April 22, 2021 after a courageous battle with Cancer. He was predeceased by his parents, Howard and Novella; his brothers, Howard and Charles; his sisters, Margaret Graybeal, Helen Sampson, Betty Roland and Nancy Murrell; his brother-in-law, Nicholas Resak; his mother-in-law, Nellie Bussa. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Mary (Bussa) Sexton; his daughter, Kim Sexton and her husband, Roberto Sangalli; his son, Douglas Sexton and his wife, Teri; his sister-in-law, Helen Resak; his brother-in-law, Andrew Bussa (Ellie); his niece, Nikki Resak (Shayne Harris). He was a retired employee of Crowley Foods, Binghamton, a veteran of the US Air Force, serving during the Korean War and a member of St. Mary’s Orthodox Church, Endicott. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 29th at 1:30 PM at St. Mary’s Orthodox Church 1907 Jenkins St. Endicott, NY with the Rev. Nathaniel Choma, officiating. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. The family will receive friends at St. Mary's Church from 12:30 PM until time of servicea.

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Myie (Mary) Consol

Myie (Mary) Consol of Endwell passed away, Thursday April 22, 2021. She was predeceased by her parents, Dan and Pierina; her brothers and sisters-in-law, Nick and Mary, “Duff”, Brusie and Mary, Al and Phil; her sisters and brothers-in-law, June and Ernie, Nina and Quin, Ida and Dave, and her baby sister, Adeline; her nephews, Ambrose Jr., Anthony and David; her niece, Pierina. She is survived by her nieces and nephews, Sheila, Kathleen and Ray, Dan and Rayanne, Albert, Denise, Sam and Nancy, Mary, Tom and Carol, Annette and Kurt, Cherie and Andy, Michael and Valerie, Jimmy, Lisa and Frank, Mary; also several great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews.

A very special thank you to her caregivers, Kathy and Bill, Marlene and Barb, and her nieces and nephews, Sheila, Lisa, Frank and Joe for the extraordinary care given to Myie during these last months of declining health. A Funeral Mass will be held Monday at 11:00 AM at St. Anthony of Padua Church 300 Odell Ave. Endicott, NY. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Johnson City, NY. There will be no calling hours. Expressions of sympathy in her memory may be made to either St. Anthony’s Food Pantry 906 Jenkins St. Endicott, NY 13760 or Mercy House 212 N. McKinley Ave. Endicott, NY 13760.

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Joseph Hromek Jr.

Joseph Hromek Jr. ,76, of Endwell, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away on April 20, 2021 and was joyfully reunited with his son, Michael Hromek and parents, Joseph and Elizabeth Hromek. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Patricia; daughter Karen (Barrett) Ouimette; cherished granddaughter Rachel; brother William (Carolyn) Hromek; brother-in-law Joseph (Barbara) Behil; nieces and nephews. Joseph worked at IBM for 35 years as a Staff Engineer where he was an integral part of many groundbreaking projects. He was an avid Syracuse basketball fan and enjoyed playing in basketball, golf and bowling leagues. His hobbies included building and remodeling, gardening and a love of cooking. His self-taught culinary skills and restaurant worthy creations amazed his friends and family. Joseph loved the beach and enjoyed planning family trips and traveling. He loved listening to his extensive collection of recording artists and passed his love and passion for music onto his children.

The family wishes to thank the following physicians for the wonderful care they provided over the years: Lazarus Gehring, MD; Timothy Howland, MD; and Parker M. Gennett, DPM. A special thank you to the Union Volunteer Emergency Squad and the doctors, nurses and aides at UHS Wilson Hospital during his last days. Upon Joseph’s request, a private family burial and service will be held at a later date. Expressions of sympathy can be made in his name to the charity of your choice. Forever in our hearts, you will be loved and missed. We know you will be watching over us in heaven as you did on earth.

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Jamie L Iannone(Walker, Hammond)

Jamie L Iannone(Walker, Hammond), 59, of Berkshire passed away unexpectedly on April 19, 2021..  Jamie was well known in the community for her kind heart and open home.  Jamie welcomed everyone she met with open arms.  There was never a distinction with her of friend or family, if you knew Jamie, you were family.  Jamie enjoyed various activities such as gardening and crafting but her most cherished was spending time with family. 

Jamie is predeceased by her fathers Fred Hammond and Duane Walker.  She is survived by her mother Beverly Hammond, husband David Iannone, siblings Kathy Crawford, Ken(Missy) Hammond, children Chris(Gretchen) Frutchey, Jolene(Lawrence) Frutchey, Charla(Shawn) Andrus, David Iannone II, grandchildren Christopher, Luke, Gregory, and multiple nieces and nephews.  The family will be holding a celebration of life memorial for Jamie later this year.  Cards and condolences can be sent to 537 Blackman Hill Road, Berkshire NY 13736.  If you would like to make a donation in her honor, please do so to your local SPCA as Jamie had a large love for animals.

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Theresa Kolone (Mama T.)

Theresa Darpino Kolone (Mama T), aged 92, of Endicott, NY, went peacefully to be with Our Lord on April
11, 2021. She was predeceased by her parents, Nicholas and Julia Darpino, her brother, Dick, and her
sister, Virginia. She is survived by her loving husband of 74 years, Joe, her son, Rick, of Cascade,
Montana, and her daughters, Marion Kovach of Arlington, VA, and Julie Tallo and her husband Jim of
Endwell, NY. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Laney (Helen) Darpino of Endwell, NY, and many
nieces and nephews.

Theresa was a devout member of St. Joseph’s Parish in Endicott, NY, her entire life. She first sang in the
junior church choir as a member of the “Choir Girls.” Her beautiful mezzo-soprano voice earned her
many accolades, moving people to tears. At UE High School, she tried out and won several state singing
contests. Her singing coach told her that her talent was deserving of Julliard, but she chose to sing for
Our Lord. After high school, she continued singing with the St. Joseph’s Senior Choir, and one Christmas
Eve in the early 1950s, she performed “O Holy Night” as the featured soloist with the choir on The
Ralph Carrol Show. She loved cooking and baking, and each year contributed to the church bazaar by making her delicious halupkis and kolachki. She enjoyed travel with her husband, Joe, especially on their yearly trips to California to see their son, Rick. They frequently included trips to Las Vegas and Laughlin, Nevada, to enjoy their favorite pastime, “playing the slots.” Theresa’s favorite times were spent as the proprietor of Mama T’s Restaurant, Endwell, NY, which was named after her. She always said that when the doorbell rang, it wasn’t just a customer; it was a new friend. Everyone who met Theresa was immediately taken by her giving nature and sparkling personality. She was a great story and joke teller, and her timing was always on point. She will be missed by so many people.

Thank you to the nurses and staff at UHS Senior Living at Ideal, Endicott, NY, for their care and support
during the final years of her life. A special appreciation goes to the activities staff who arranged
wonderful entertainment providing singing, dancing, and bingo which Theresa really enjoyed.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, 11:00 AM at St. Joseph's Church 207 Hayes Ave. Endicott, NY. Burial will follow in Sts. Peter and Paul Byzantine Cemetery, Endwell, NY. There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in her memory may be made to St. Joseph's Church.

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Maria G. (Gasbarra) Fiori

Maria G. (Gasbarra)Fiori, our beloved wife and mother, went to be with the Lord, Friday April 9, 2021 at the age of 81. She was predeceased by her parents, Giovanni and Francesca Gasbarra; her sisters, Elena (Nando) Carpentieri, Antoinietta Gasbarra, Margarita Gasbarra, Gioconda Barbara; her niece, Rosemarie Tedeschi. She is survived by her devoted husband of 59 years, Filiberto Fiori; three adoring children, JoAnna Fiori Voorhees (Tim), Albert Tino Fiori, Gabriella Horan. Known to her grandchildren as “Nonna” she will be greatly missed by Steven and Austin Voorhees, Kazmiras and Giada Horan; her brother, Peter (Maria) Gasbarra; her sister, Rosa (Frank) Tedeschi; her brother-in-law, Carlo Barbara; also several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Maria holds a very special place in her heart for her beloved dog, Cacci. She spent countless hours with her special companion. She was born in Olevano, Italy and came to the United States in 1956 where she worked at Endicott Johnson until she retired in 2009. Our mother was known by many and loved by all. Everyone loved Maria. She was known to be the most wonderful, kind, loving, sweetest person you have ever met. “ I just love your MOM came from all across the world…..she never met a stranger. Engaging in conversations with anyone she met. She was magnetic. Her legacy of love is imbedded in her children and grandchildren. There are few angels on earth and our mom was one of them. She did not have to wait for her wings to get to heaven, she already had them here on earth. She loved to sit on her porch, attracting her friends and family to just stop by and sit for a cup of tea or coffee. There was always fresh baked cakes or cookies, not to mention her sauce, ravioli and gnocci. She was an amazing cook, her food exuded so much love to all who shared her meals. She was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Church, Endicott.

The family extends special thanks to the staff and Doctors of the CVICU at UHS for their attentive and compassionate care. Funeral services will be held, Tuesday 10:30 AM from the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc. 1905 Watson Blvd. Endicott, NY and at 11:00 AM at St. Anthony of Padua Church 300 Odell Ave. Endicott, NY where a Funeral Mass will be celebrated. Entombment will follow at Riverhurst Cemetery, Endwell. The family will receive friends at the Pucedo Funeral Home on Tuesday from 9:30 AM until 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in her memory may be made to Mercy House 212 N. McKinley Ave. Endicott, NY 13760.

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