David J. Billings

David J. Billings, age 48, passed away on April 21st 2024.  David grew up in a loving home in Endwell, NY.  During his UE High School years he enjoyed playing ice hockey.

David enjoyed watching the NY Jets and NY Rangers games, spending time with his dog Jet, and playing video games with his friends.  He loved his family and enjoyed playing pranks and joking around with them.  

David relocated to the Lexington, KY area and spent many years working at the VA Hospital there.  He worked in the Nutrition and Food Services Department.  

David was predeceased by his father, Gerald Billings and by his grandparents Joseph and Betty Lucas & Jim and Irene Billings.  David is survived by his devoted mother, Yvonne Billings, his sister and brother-in-law Janelle and Ben Rosenkrans, and his beloved niece Jenna Rosenkrans.  He is also survived by his special aunts and uncle, Ruth and Dennis Billings and Betty Jo Prosman, along with several cousins.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, April 25th at 11:00 AM at Saint Joseph's Church, 207 Hayes Ave. Endicott, NY. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Johnson City, NY.  The family will receive friends at the church from 10:00-11:00 AM.

Harlan “Harpo” Ayers

Harlan “Harpo” Ayers 73 of Endicott, NY, passed away after a short illness on April 16, 2024, at Mercy House. He was predeceased by his wife Susan, son Matt and daughter Traci. He is survived by five sisters and one brother, Sharon Manarky, Dixie Knickerbocker, Penny Hirst, Pam Paton, Robin Ayers and Doug Ayers; also several nieces, nephews and cousins. Harpo was a veteran of the US Marine Corp, serving from 1969-1971. He joined the Endicott Police Department in 1972 and retired as a Detective Lieutenant in 2001.  Harpo bids farewell to all his friends and relatives. “I love you all”. To all my Vietnam brothers, I forgot many names, but remember every face. We went through a bunch of crap and got a bunch of nothing in return. “SEMPER FI”. Matt – You were the son every father and mother wanted. Traci – You were the bravest and strongest person I knew. Such a loss that your body couldn’t keep up with your wonderful brain. Sue – Simply perfect. I hit a homerun when I got you. I’ve missed you guys so much but finally all together again and never to be separated. Peace to all!


At Harpo’s request there will be no formal funeral services. Burial will be in Vestal Hills Memorial Park. Harpo thanks the wonderful staff of Mercy House for their exceptional care and requests that memorial contributions in his memory be made to Mercy House 212 N. McKinley Ave. Endicott, NY 13760.

Mary (Klima) Harasta

Mary (Klima) Harasta, 93 of Endicott, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 68 years, Louis; her parents, Simon and Hilda Klima; her brothers (sisters-in-law) Albert (Mary), Tony (Helen) and Joseph Klima. Mary is survived by her sons, Joseph (Cathy), Mark (Robin), Louis (Julie), Steven (Andrea), Michael; her grandchildren, Lindsey, Valerie, Tyler, Evan, Logan, Stephanie, Kevan and Shannon; her great-children, Genevieve, Dominic, Amrie and Evangeline; her sister-in-law, Pat Klima. 

Mary was devoted to her husband and family. She was a member of St. Joseph's Church, C.S.A., Catholic Charities and the Moravian Club. She had a deep pride in her Czech heritage and thoroughly enjoyed her trips with her husband to Czechoslovakia to visit relatives. Mary was a deeply religious woman and spent her life caring for others.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday April 26 at 11 am at St. Joseph's Church 207 Hayes Ave. Endicott, NY. Burial will follow at Riverhurst Cemetery, Endwell. The family will receive friends at St. Joseph's Church from 10 am until the Funeral Mass.

WILLIAM FRANCIS CAWLEY

WILLIAM FRANCIS CAWLEY passed away on Monday April 15, 2024. He was predeceased by his parents, James, and Alice Cawley. He is survived by his loving wife, Frances (Curatolo) Cawley; his brother, James Cawley (wife Barbara) and nephews James Cawley (wife Mindy), Sean Cawley (wife Carmen), nieces Michelene Cawley, and Erin (husband Steve) Chilcote, Celeste McCormick (husband Duncan), Johanna McCormick, Nardina Turner; nephews, Dennis Curatolo (wife Lisa), Peter Curatolo (wife Diana), Scott Griffith (wife Kimberly). Bill graduated from Forest City, Pa. High School in June 1952 and received a BS degree in Electronics from the University of Scranton in June 1956. He then received an MS degree in Electrical Engineering from Syracuse University later in 1956. Bill started working for IBM in 1956 and retired in July 1987. He met his wife Fran while working at IBM and they married in 1977. He was an avid skier and golfer. He also enjoyed country music dancing with his wife Fran. He and his father built a cottage on the St. Lawrence River at the Thousand Islands where he enjoyed fishing, boating and just relaxing on the porch watching the big ships go by. Bill was a veteran of the US Marine Corps. Funeral services will be held Saturday April 27that Northminster Presbyterian Church 711 Farm to Market Rd. Endwell, NY 13760 at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow in Riverhurst Cemetery, Endwell. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 10:00 AM until time of service at 11:00 AM

Mildred "Millie" A Klarmann

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Mildred "Millie" A Klarmann on Sunday, April 14, 2024 just 3 months shy of her 100th birthday. She was a loving great grandmother, grandmother, mother and terrific friend. She was preceded by her parents Marion and Salvatore DeVarso, her husband Gerald, her sister Helen and her oldest daughter Carol. She is survived by her daughters Barbara, Patricia and Ann, Her grandchildren and their families, Susan and Colin Langley, Chris and Irine Robles and daughters Felicity and Cassidy, Kevin and Raven Robles and daughter Lilly, Debra Klarmann and daughter Selena and Melissa Klarmann and fiancee Justin Swan and Jennifer Citino.She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, church parish friends and her many penpals that she corresponded with. Millie went to work late in life and worked at The Endicott Nursing Home (Sullivan Park) in Endicott and loved her job and helping people even though she herself was over the age of 60. She was a very active member of Church of the Holy Family enjoying Fun & Games, Human Development, the Perpetual Chapel, The Ladies Guild and The White Elephant. You could always see her riding her bike in the church parking lot until she turned 95. She also enjoyed her many friends and activities at the Western Broome Senior Center. She looked forward to the times when she did her phone calls for the RSVP program through Catholic Charities. She led a rich and full life and at times it was very hard on her but she always turned to the Lord for guidance.

A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday April 20th at 11:00 AM at The Church of the Holy Family 3600 Phyllis St. Endwell, NY. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 10:00 AM until time of Mass at 11:00. Entombment will be in Riverhurst Cemetery Endwell, NY at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Mercy House 212 N. McKinley Ave. Endicott, NY 13760.

Susan M. (Salamida) Henderson

Susan M. (Salamida) Henderson, 70, of Binghamton, NY, passed away peacefully after bravely battling breast cancer with unwavering strength and grace. She was predeceased by her parents Martin and Mary Salamida. Susan is survived by her loving husband of 40 years, Rick Henderson; her son Evan Henderson and his wife, Angela LaRosa; her grandchildren Luna and Elio Henderson; two brothers and one sister, John Salamida (Karen), Lori Salamida (Addison Geary), Chris Salamida (Kim); her nieces and nephews,  Shaun, and Terra Salamida, Wynn Geary, Forrest, Sylvan and Sage Salamida.  Susan was a uniquely strong and talented individual who touched many lives through her work as a Psychotherapist for over 40 years. Her energy and humor brought light to every room she entered. She was known for her unwavering beliefs, fierce determination and she was deeply loved by her family and friends. Susan's legacy of love, generosity and resilience will forever be cherished in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her warmth and kindness brought joy to everyone she met, leaving an indelible mark on the world around her. Susan’s family will receive friends at the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc. 1905 Watson Blvd. Endicott, NY on Saturday April 20th from 1:00 PM until 3:30 PM at which time anyone present may share a memory or kind words. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Susan’s memory to either Traci’s Hope, PO BOX 504, Apalachin, NY 13732, or The Broome County Humane Society, 167 Conklin Ave. Binghamton, NY 13903.

Michael Sulich

The children of Michael Sulich, age 90, of Endicott, announce the passing of our father on April
4, 2024. Our hearts are broken by the loss of such a wonderful man, but we take comfort
knowing he is reunited with our mother, Shirley, for all eternity.

Dad was a man of virtue and principle, and we were truly blessed to have him as our father. He
was intelligent, devoted to his wife and children, genuine and sincere, loyal to family and
friends. He was the person you called for advice and help, always putting others first. A quiet,
but keen sense of humor, his answer for any ailment was “a shot and a beer” (true to his
heritage). May he enjoy many of those in heaven.

Mike retired from IBM Owego/Endicott after career as a Chemical Engineer/Manager. He was a
lifetime member of St Mary’s Orthodox Church and a member of the ACRC Club.

Mike was predeceased by his wife, Shirley, in 2020. In addition, he was predeceased by his
parents, John and Helen Sulich, brother John Sulich, and sisters Helen Rusnak, Anne Raser, and
Mary Hiatt.

He is survived by his children, Rebecca (Brian) Szymaniak, sons Michael (Marianne) and Robert;
grandchildren Jessica (Jason) Long, Jonathan (Brittany) Szymaniak, Alexis (Jeremy) Ward, and
Justin Sulich; great-granddaughters Norah and Clara Long; as well as several nieces and
nephews.

We would like to express our deepest appreciation and gratitude to our brother Bob, who
became caregiver to dad after our mother’s passing so that he may remain in his home for
several years. We are grateful for the dedication he showed for our father’s care.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 11, at the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc. 1905
Watson Blvd. Endicott with Rev. Nathaniel Choma of St. Mary’s Orthodox Church officiating.
The family will receive friends prior to the service from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Services begin

at 12:00. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in Mike’s memory to St. Mary Church,
1907 Jenkins St. Endicott, NY 13760

Our love for our father will continue to grow in our hearts, always remembering the wonderful
man who gave us our values. Please give mom a big hug from all of us. Love you always, Dad.

Margaret "Peggy" Vasilchik

Margaret "Peggy" Vasilchik, 85, passed away peacefully and at long last had an ecstatic reunion in Heaven with her past family and friends on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. She moved on to eternal life in the same hospital she was born, Charles S. Wilson Memorial Hospital, Johnson City, N.Y., after a long illness.

Peggy is predeceased by her parents, Harry and Dorothy (Woodworth) Lockwood of Binghamton, NY, brother and sister-in-law James S. (Jeanette) Lockwood of Vestal, NY, sister and brother-in-law Geri (Jim) Eaton, of Citrus Heights, CA, and brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Fred (Ria) Vasilchik of Wilmington, DE.

She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, John E. Vasilchik of Endwell, NY, Eric S. (Vanessa) Vasilchik, of Parkville, MD, Phillip J. (Kristie) Vasilchik of Westerly, RI, brother and sister-in-law Harry (Sheila) Lockwood, of Rochester, NY, grandsons John Luis and Antonio Vasilchik of Parkville, MD, Nelson Vasilchik and step-granddaughter Mikaela Woll of Westerly, RI, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Arlene (Jim) Colegrove of Endwell, NY, and brother-in-law, David Roberts, of Vestal, NY, plus many loving nephews and nieces.

She was employed at NY Telephone, AT&T, and retired from Broome-Tioga BOCES in 2004, and began to travel back and forth to Rhode Island and Maryland because she took great delight in her grandchildren. She loved being near the Ocean and her and John frequented Ocean City, MD, each summer for family vacations and loved the smell of the ocean air at sunrise each day. She also loved playing cards "pitch" at American Legion Post #1700, in Endicott, NY, and having a Guinness with dinner from time to time. She also had a love of Dobermans and her favorite dog, "Molly."

Her family was her delight in this lifetime and phone calls and visits from out of town family would "light the room" for her with great joy!

Our family would like to thank the generous, caring, and compassionate staff at Charles S. Wilson Memorial Hospital's Palliative Medicine Care Team for the assistance and support during Peggy's affliction.

A private viewing and Celebration of Life was held with immediate family.

In lieu of flowers, all donations may be made to the Mercy House of the Southern Tier, 212 N. McKinley Ave. Endicott, NY 13760.

Roseann (Rosie) Cowen

Roseann (Rosie) Cowen passed away peacefully in her sleep with her daughter by her side on March 29, 2024. She is predeceased by her loving husband, James E Cowen.  Her smile and her sass will be deeply missed by all that loved her.


Roseann is survived by her daughters, Marianne (Eric) Kornblum and Christie (Erick) Pinney who will forever cherish their memories of her. She also leaves behind her beloved granddaughter, Kailie, and grandson, Zach, who brought her immense joy. Additionally, she is survived by her sister, Barbie, with whom she shared a special bond, and her niece, Ashley and nephew, JJ, whom she adored.

Roseann will fondly be remembered for her big heart, hosting large holiday gatherings with her family, her love of Dunkin Donuts coffee, her passion for her time at the casinos,  her laugh and her sarcasm . After a fulfilling 30 year career at IBM, Roseanne embarked on a new chapter, immersing herself in the polka community alongside her sister Barbie; With her Husband, Jim, she supported Christie and Erick in helping with shopping errands for the bagel shop. Roseann enjoyed shopping,cooking, crafting, gardening  and decorating for every single holiday; she enjoyed the special occasions when Marianne and Zach were in town giving her the chance to spoil them while they entertained her with tales of life in New England and their sarcastic wit too. 

And although we can never know, we are sure her final words would have been “BITE ME” or “ Okay time for you to go”

The family welcomes you to share your memories of Roseanne in the online guestbook.  A private family service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Animal Care Council, 131 Washington Ave, Endicott, NY 13760 in Roseanne's name.

Kenneth John Lenish

Kenneth John Lenish, 84, passed away peacefully at VNA Hospice House In Vero Beach, Florida on March 20, 2024. He was born on November 21, 1939 in Endicott, New York to the late John and Ruth Lenish. He was their only child. 

Ken is survived by the love of his life, Barbara Bidwell Lenish, his wife of 63 years. He is also survived by sons Michael (Meg), Charles, and grandsons John, Christopher, and Jeffrey. 

A 1957 graduate of Union-Endicott High School, Ken began his long career at IBM Endicott that same year. He worked in engineering and later as a Program Manager. Ken took an assignment in Boeblingen, Germany in 1975. The family spent 2 years traveling throughout Europe and even attended the 1976 Winter Olympics in Innsbruck, Austria. 

Ken (aka: “Buck”) loved to laugh. He and Barb were avid polka dancers and went to dances and polka fests in the Binghamton area and all over the Northeast. They traveled to San Juan, St. Thomas, Panama and Alaska on polka cruises and were members of the Bill Flynn Polka Fan Club Dancers. 

Ken retired from IBM in 1992. He enjoyed working at Leon Pucedo Funeral Home until Barb retired in 1995. After that Ken and Barb split their time between Endwell and Sandy Pond in the summers and Vero Beach in the winters before settling in Vero Beach permanently in 2018. Ken and Barb had fun attending dances and events at the Polish-American Social Club of Vero Beach. 

Ken loved spending time with family and friends. Ken cherished time with his three grandsons. He and Barb attended their many sporting events and band concerts. They loved hosting the grandkids at their Sandy Pond camp as well. Golf was a favorite pastime for Ken and he especially loved to play with his son, Chuck. Ken loved the many PGA events he attended such as The Masters, Pebble Beach, and the Ryder Cup. Ken also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and boating.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday April 9th from 5-7pm at Leon Pucedo Funeral Home in Endicott. A funeral service and celebration of Ken’s life will be held on Wednesday April 10th at 11am at Endwell United Methodist Church. Entombment will follow at Riverhurst Cemetery in Endwell. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VNA Hospice House at 92037th Place, #101, Vero Beach, FL 32960 (or online at vnatc.org).

Patricia M. Lennon

Patricia M. Lennon, 91, formerly of Endwell, passed away on March 21, 2024 at the Brookdale Cary memory care facility in Cary, North Carolina.

She was predeceased by her mother, Mary (Nelson) McLaughlin, father, Edward McLaughlin, and beloved husband of 54 years, Paul S. Lennon. Patricia is survived by her children, Paul Jr. and Anne Lennon of Tyngsboro, MA, Susan (Lennon) and Andrew Pfeiffer of Upton, MA, Kristin (Lennon) and Christopher Meyer of Cary, NC; grandchildren Stephanie (Lennon) and Matthew DiPace, Cara Lennon, Rebecca Pfeiffer and Carlos Orbegoso, Gary and Blythe Meyer, and Kevin Meyer. A devoted mother and grandmother, Patricia took great pride in her children and grandchildren.

She was a long-time a member of St. Josephs Church in Endwell, NY before moving to Cary, NC in her later years. An outstanding student, Patricia graduated from the Katharine Gibbs secretarial school in Providence, RI and landed jobs as an Executive Secretary for firms including NY Life and Bell Aircraft. A lover of flowers and flower arranging, she earned her Master Gardner credential and applied her skills as a volunteer at the Cutler Botanical Garden in Binghamton, NY, and as a long-term member, president and 17-year newsletter editor of the Garden Club of Endwell. Patricia also enjoyed great success as an executive tax preparer for H&R Block and as a sales consultant at Endwell Fashions. She held numerous other positions of responsibility throughout her adolescence and adulthood and in all, she was held in high regard.

With husband Paul, Patricia travelled the world and especially loved her visits to the United Kingdom, Scandinavia, and Canada. She reveled in sharing her travel adventures with her
friends and family members through her famous scrapbooks. She was also an avid stamp collector, with many of the items in her collection cleverly originating from her own US mail
correspondence that included a handwritten request to “please save stamp” on the back of the envelope.

Widowed in 2010, Patricia remained in Endwell until 2018 when she moved to Cary, NC to be near her daughter, Kristin. Unfortunately, after enjoying her new surroundings for 6 months, she was diagnosed with dementia in 2019 and moved into the Brookdale Memory Care facility in Cary. She spent the rest of her days there, eventually succumbing to the disease’s final stages in March of this year. The family would like to extend its deepest gratitude to the Brookdale Cary
staff for the care, support and love they showed Patricia throughout her entire stay. The smiles and tears we saw in all of your faces at the end spoke volumes to the depth of your care.

The family will receive visitors from 10-11AM on Tuesday, April 2 nd followed by a Catholic service at the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home. Inc., 1905 Watson Blvd., Endicott at 11 AM. Burial will follow in Riverhurst Cemetery, Endwell, NY.  In lieu of
flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to the Garden Club of Endwell at PO Box 185, Binghamton, NY 13903, or to the Dementia Alliance of North Carolina at www.dementianc.org.

Randall A. Johnson

Randall A. Johnson of Endicott, NY, unexpectedly passed away on March 19, 2024.

He was born on July 31, 1953, to Robert A. Johnson & Marilyn M. Sheean Johnson Bowen in Vestal, New York.

Randall attended Vestal High School and was a proud member of the Civil Air Patrol.  An avid pilot, he held a Federal Aviation Admin License a majority of his life.  His father, Robert A. Johnson, IBM Engineer,  greatly inspired him from a young age.

A proud father, grandfather & brother, he is survived by his siblings, Tedd Johnson (wife Karen), Suzanne Johnson, his children, Cassie Weidinger (husband George), Ericca Pitelen (husband Ian), Julie Johnson, Mary Johnson (husband Zack) his grandchildren, Grant & Calvin Weidinger and his nephew Nolan Johnson.

Randall is also survived by his wife of 12 years, Michele Chou, her children, grandchildren and extended family.

Randall worked the majority of his life as a Technician & Truck Driver for Warner's Gas Service.  He was fond of going fast, whether it be in an airplane or on a motorcycle, and he found great joy with the game of golf.  Always equipped with a story, he would keep you captivated with tales of his adolescent adventures.  His broad smile and hearty laugh will be missed by all.

Randy was a member of St. Mary's Orthodox Church, Endicott.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday March 23rd at 10:00 AM at St. Mary's Orthodox Church 1907 Jenkins St. Endicott, NY 13760. Burial will follow in the Parish Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Church on Saturday from 9:00 AM until time of service at 10:00 AM.  Donations in his memory may be made to St. Mary's Orthodox Church.

Delores Muggeo Larque

Delores Muggeo Larque died on Wednesday, March 13,2024 her 83 rd birthday, after a
brief battle with pancreatic cancer.

Delores was predeceased by her husband, John Larque, her parents, Patsy and Rosa
Muggeo; her sister and brother-in-law, Lena and Jasper Catalano; her brother, Ben
Muggeo (Maureen); her niece Angela Dillingham and a nephew Ted Walworth
(Delores). She is survived by her nieces: Rosemary Mitchell (Joe), Delores Walworth,
Lisa Feldman (Tom), Karen Startsman (Victor), Carla Trolaro (Kevin) and Diane Mann
(Charles), and many great-nieces and nephews. She leaves her dearest friends and
traveling companions Juanita Cooke, her college roommate; Sharon Lenahan and
Rosemarie Green and many friends in Framingham and South Dennis, MA where she
and her husband lived for over 50 years.

Delores graduated from State University of New York at Cortland with a BS in Education
and received her M. Ed in Media Services and Instructional Technology from Boston
University.

She taught 5 th Grade in the Kenmore Public Schools, Kenmore, NY and 4-6 th Grades in
the Endwell Public Schools, Endwell, NY. From 1973-2000 she was an Elementary
Media Specialist for the Needham Public Schools, Needham, MA. She served as a
representative to the Massachusetts Teachers’ Association Leadership Conference and
had a leadership role in the Needham Teacher’s Union. Delores received the
Superintendent’s Service Award in 1990 and was listed in Who’s Who in American
Education 1992-1993. She was a frequent workshop leader and guest lecturer at
Lesley College, Boston University and regional conferences on Children’s Literature,
curriculum development, and the use of media in the classroom. Delores was a life-long learner and avid traveler. Following her retirement from Needham Public Schools she worked as a tour guide for Cape Cod Custom Tours and Diamond Tours. With friends she enjoyed many European river cruises and visits
throughout the world.

Following the pancreatic cancer diagnosis Delores lived her last four months in Endwell,
New York at the home of Filippo, Beth, Grace, Stephanie, and Christopher Muggeo.
They gave her love, safety, care, comfort, fun and joyful memories.

Delores’s family extends its thanks and appreciation to the staff and volunteers at Mercy
House and of Home Hospice, especially Hannah and Kris.

Calling hours will be on Saturday, April 13 at 1 p.m. at Northminster Presbyterian
Church, 711 Farm-to-Market Road, Endwell, New York. A Memorial Service will follow
immediately at 2 p.m. Memorial gifts in celebration of the life of Delores Muggeo Larque may be made to
Mercy House, 212 N. McKinley Avenue, Endicott, NY 13760 or Danielle House 160 Riverside Drive, Binghamton, NY 13905.

Maureen E. Doherty

Maureen E. Doherty of Vestal, NY, passed away on March 4, 2023. She was predeceased by her parents Robert and Margaret (Peg) Murphy, her son Brian Edward Doherty Jr. She is survived by her loving husband of 38 years Brian Doherty; her daughter Lisa Edwards; her son Robert Doherty; her sisters Karin Alatzas (George) and Patricia Murphy (Manny); her nephews Angelo and Robert Alatzas. She was a member of the Grace Lutheran Church, Vestal. Maureen was an unselfish, kindhearted soul who was loved by many and will be dearly missed.
Funeral services will be held Friday March 8th at the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc. 1905 Watson Blvd. Endicott, NY at 6:00 PM. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 4 PM until time of service at 6 PM. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her memory to The Charles Thide Foundation, Inc. PO BOX 122, Mount Sinai, NY 11766 or The Paul Snyder Foundation 67 Craig Rd. Islip Terrace, NY 11752.

Theresa Bostwick

Theresa Bostwick (96), of Endwell, went to be with the lord and her loving husband, on Friday, March 1, 2024. She is predeceased by her parents, John and Eva Melish, her husband, Francis, her daughter, Sharon Filip and her son, Walter Bostwick. She is survived by her son-in-law, Ioan Filip, her grandchildren, Brittany Cavalieri (Andrew), Daniel Filip (Laura), Bryan and Brianne Bostwick and her great grandchildren (Antonella, Ella, William, Clara). 

Theresa lived a long and fulfilling life with her husband of 67 years. She loved to travel with her family, shop at the mall and spend time cooking her delicious Czechoslovakian recipes. Theresa’s green thumb brought beauty to the world through her gardening and her unwavering faith matched her charitable generosity to her community. She will be remembered as a strong woman that was admired by all. 

A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday March 9th at 10 AM at St. Joseph's Church, 207 Hayes Ave. Endicott, NY. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Johnson City, NY. The family will receive friends at the church on Saturday from 9 AM until 9:45 AM. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Joseph's Church.

John (Yiannis) Kaplanidis

John (Yiannis) Kaplanidis was born in 1935 on the island of Kos (made famous by Hippocrates, the father of medicine).  He passed away late in the evening on February 22nd, 2024, in Astoria, NY. He is predeceased by his beloved wife “Pepper” and survived by his two sons, William (Odette) and Dean (Dee), his daughter Eleni Ford (“Skip”), his grandsons, Kevin and Sean Kaplanidis, his granddaughters, Calista and Ariana Ford, and extended family of siblings, nieces and nephews and their children. 

He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother and son. His strong spirit, sense of humor, willpower, self-discipline, deep faith and spiritual wisdom guided him through major challenges throughout his early and adult life, like when he was a refugee during World War II making his way with some of his family all the way to Palestine. He then came to America as a teenager by way of ship taking over two months to reach Ellis Island. Like his father who served in the US Army during both World War I and World War II, John was a proud US Army Sergeant who served in the late 1950s in Korea and continued in the reserves until his honorable discharge prior to getting married in 1964.  

John was probably best known for sharing his fascinating, but often incessant stories of his many unique life experiences. His knowledge and talents went beyond storytelling. He sang, danced, played the harmonica, mimicked the sounds of musical instruments and animals and could throw his voice as a practical joke. He grew fruits and vegetables, was a creative cook, could navigate by looking at the stars and constellations, could speak several languages, and was athletic. He knew so much about world history and cultures, politics, economics, photography and often had premonitions and dreams and insights to future events. In addition to being a proud vet who made his bed daily and neatly organized his clothes and home, he was a proud “Astoria Warrior”. 

John was quick to lend a helping hand and go the extra mile to help anyone in the community in need. From the homeless to the elderly, he always gave from his heart. After his career as a furrier, he applied his strong work ethic for another 20 years driving elderly to senior centers while assisting them with chores and serving his neighbors in the local deli slicing cold cuts, cooking chickens, preparing salads, etc. It seemed like most of Astoria knew John, whether from his jobs, church or his walking patrols with his beloved dog Sango, the amazing Akita.  

John would go out of his way to observe what you liked to eat and either cook it or get it for you abundantly, and with love. If he saw you enjoying lamb chops, be prepared to receive 50 cooked lamb chops the next day; if he saw what yogurt you liked, rest assured you would find each shelf in your refrigerator stocked with several rows of your favorite flavors. 

You always felt he had your back and could soothe your stress with a joke or a few words of wisdom. He led by example, being kind and present to those around him and truly embodied many of his Christian values, like forgiveness. Whether you experienced John as a storyteller, comic, family man, chef, photographer, soldier, musician, singer, dancer, caregiver, driver, deli man or wise sage your life was enriched by his presence. You will be missed but not forgotten. Rest in Peace, Astoria Warrior. 

Funeral services will be held Wednesday February 28th at 11:00 AM at the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc. 1905 Watson Blvd. Endicott, NY 13760 and at 11:30 AM at St. Mary’s Orthodox Church 1907 Jenkins St. Endicott, NY 13760. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Pucedo Funeral Home on Tuesday February 27th from 5:00 PM until 6:45 PM. The Rev. Fr. Nathaniel Choma will hold a Panachida Service on Tuesday at 6:45 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in his memory to St. Mary’s Orthodox Church. 

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Joseph Lauricella

Joseph Lauricella, 91, of Endicott, NY, passed away Monday, February 19, 2024. Born and raised in Endicott, Joe was a graduate of Union-Endicott High School and the State University of New York Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences at Binghamton.  He was a veteran of the United States Army and a retiree from IBM Endicott after 34 years of service.

Joe was predeceased by his parents, Rosario and Agnese Lauricella.  

Survivors include his brother Paul (Dolores) Lauricella; his nephews Mark (Wynona) Lauricella and Todd (Elizabeth) Lauricella; his niece Terri M. Lauricella; and many grand-nieces, grand-nephews and cousins.

A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family with a Celebration of Life to be held at a later date.

Joe was a loyal member of the Northminster Presbyterian Church and asks that, in lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the church at 711 Farm to Market Road in Endwell, NY 13760.

Sulun (Su) Yen Chin

Sulun (Su) Yen Chin passed away peacefully on Friday, February 16, 2024, at Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City, NY.

Su is predeceased by her mother Gloria Bennett, her father Bing Chin (Lau), and half-brother Woon Cheung Lau. She is survived by her children Tiffany (Nick) Nolte of Union City, PA, and Nohla Meade of Spartanburg,  PA, her grandchildren Carter and Theodore, Union City, brother Henry Chin and nephew Nathan of Raleigh, NC, sister Nancee (Mark) Chin of Manassas, VA, half-brother Woon Ming (Shai) Lau of Brooklyn, NY, and nephews Kenny (Cindy) Lau of San Jose, CA, and Mark Lau of Boston, MA, in addition to many cousin's, great nephews and nieces.

Su attended school in Johnson City, and enjoyed her work at Fay's Drugs, Philadelphia Sales, and Endicott Interconnect, to name a few. As a lifelong resident of the area, nothing made Su happier than her family and fur babies. Her compassion for strays included kitties and rabbits she would rescue from local shelters. Su was a devoted daughter, mother, sister, and grandmother. She would give anything for us without expectation. She empathized with those who were struggling and she always helped people any way she could.

In honor of Su's memory, pay it forward. An act of kindness such as an ear to bend, a quick hello, or helping hand to someone in need is what she would have wanted. In parting, a shout out goes to the medical establishment in the United States, with absolutely no respect. Do better, especially with addressing neurodivergence in females young and adult. Stop their needless suffering with your biased misdiagnoses and maltreatment protocols.
Private services were held.

Iolanda Incitti

Iolanda Incitti (88) passed away peacefully on February 18, 2024. She is preceded into heaven by her husband Filippo, her parents Pasquale and Maria (Marietta Tarquini) Incitti, her father and mother in-law Guiseppie and Teresa (Roma) Incitti, her sister Gina and brother in-law Mario Roma, younger brother Mario, brother in-law Rosato. Born on July 31,1935 in Arnara, Italy the second of 5 children. She immigrated to the US in 1960 with her family. In 1961 she was married in Italy and then returned to the US. She was employed by Endicott-Johnson Shoe Factory and retired with over 30 years of service. A wonderful mother to Franco A. and Joan M.(Burnard) Incitti, a proud grandmother To Dr. Franco F. Incitti, M.D. and his fiancé Shannon Daino, PA, and Iris Incitti, PE Teacher Master Degree candidate.

She loved to garden, cook, bake, clean and attending her grandchildren’s music and sporting events. She was a widow at the early age of 46 but kept the house moving forward and instilled a hard work ethic. Iolanda is also survived by her younger sister Lucia and her brother in-law Querino Paniccia, her younger brother Genaro (Jim) and sister in-law Marilyn (Fitzgerald), Sister in-law Rosa (Rinaldi) Incitti Arnara, Italy. Niece Vincenzina {Roma) and husband Arduino Testani , (Arnara, Italy) , Nephew Vincenzo and wife Sandra (Roma) Paniccia, Nephew Gino and wife Kelly (Williams) Paniccia, Niece Kathleen Chin Wake Forest, N.C., Nephew Steven Incitti, Niece Emmiliana Incitti Arnara, Italy. She is also survived many Great nephews and Great nieces. Iolanda could be seen throughout the years finding great shopping deals with her sister Lucia, visiting friends and relatives in Broome County as well as in Italy, and sitting on the porch of her northside house admiring the world. Iolanda also enjoyed spending endless hours dancing, singing and eating Joan’s good food. A special thanks to: the staff at UHS Wilson Hospital’s E.R. and Binghamton General Hospital’s, E.R., Binghamton General Hospital Floors 3M and Palliative Care Units whose names are too numerous to list. You will always be remembered in prayer for helping Iolanda during one of her most difficult times. We also would like to thank the neighbors of Robble Ave for always keeping an eye on her. You all know who you are. A special thanks to the Burnards and their extended families for always including her during holidays and everyday get together.

Please rest in peace Mom, Grandma, Sister, Aunt and Friend. May God bless you into heaven.

Funeral services will be held Thursday February 22nd at 9:30 AM at the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc. 1905 Watson Blvd. Endicott, NY and at 10:00 AM at St. Anthony of Padua Church 300 Odell Ave. Endicott, NY where a Funeral Mass will be held. Entombment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Pucedo Funeral Home on Wednesday February 21st from 4 to 6 PM.

Virginia (Ginny) Price

Virginia (Ginny) Price, 81 of Endwell, NY, passed away on Thursday February 15, 2024. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years Jim Price; two sons Mike Price (Christine), Chris Price (Renee); three grandchildren Jason and Anna Price, Julia Price; her sister Mary Tompkins; her nephew Jake Cioch. She was a registered nurse working at Lourdes Hospital, Singer Link and UHS during her career. She was also a volunteer at Meals on Wheels of Western Broome.


Funeral services will be held Wednesday February 21st at 11:00 AM at The Church of the Holy Family 3600 Phyllis St. Endwell, NY. Entombment will follow in Riverhurst Cemetery, Endwell, NY. The family will receive friends at the Church on Wednesday from 10:00 AM until the time of Mass at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers please donate to Meals on Wheels of Western Broome 705 W. Main St. Endicott, NY 13760.