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David J. Barnhart

David J. Barnhart

Nov 16, 2024

David J. Barnhart, 54, of Norwich, died on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at UHS Wilson Medical Center in Johnson City, NY.

Born on February 5, 1970, in Sidney, NY, Dave is a son of Sylvia Meehan and David G. Barnhart. He attended school in Norwich and served honorably in the United States Army in the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg,...

Daniel J. Sharpe

Daniel J. Sharpe

Nov 12, 2024

It’s with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel “Big Dan”, “Danny” J. Sharpe Sr., at the age of 64. Dan passed peacefully in the early morning hours of November 12, 2024 at his home. Dan was born on September 21, 1960 in Norwich, NY, a son of the late Edwin W. Sharpe III and Chloe (Curry) Sharpe....

Niyma A. Rivera

Niyma A. Rivera

Nov 3, 2024

Niyma A. Rivera, 16, of Norwich, died unexpectedly on Sunday, November 3, 2024. 

Born on December 12, 2007, in Philadelphia, PA, Niyma was a daughter of Juan Carlos Rivera and Nina Vaphides. In second grade, she moved to Norwich where she attended school. Niyma was currently an eleventh grader at Norwich High School. She found comfort in wildlife and the outdoors...

Richard H. Newell

Richard H. Newell

Oct 23, 2024

Richard H. Newell, 86, of Norwich passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at UHS Wilson Medical Center with his wife, Margaret, by his side.

Born June 25, 1938, in Brookfield, N.Y. he was the son of the late Harmon and Mary (Davis) Newell. Richard graduated from Norwich High School in 1955 at the age of 16. Shortly after turning 18, he...

Rhea M. Brocious

Rhea M. Brocious

Oct 23, 2024

Rhea M. Brocious, 90, of Oxford, died on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Rhea was born on May 23, 1934.

There will be no formal services for Rhea.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted with the Wilson Funeral Home.

Lynn C. Micklas

Lynn C. Micklas

Oct 19, 2024

Lynn C. Micklas, 71, of Pharsalia, passed away peacefully at her home on October 19, 2024. Born on August 13, 1953, in Parkchester, Bronx, New York, Lynn was the cherished daughter of the late Raymond and Frances (Kasdorf) Ostheimer. She spent her childhood on Long Island, where she graduated from Herricks High School in 1971.

Lynn continued her education at SUNY...

Darlene A. "Darby" Gates

Darlene A. "Darby" Gates

Oct 12, 2024

Darlene A. “Darby” Gates, 73, of Morris, died on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at her residence. 

Born on April 7, 1951, in Binghamton, NY, Darby was a daughter of the late Chester and Eleanor (Chapman) Sherwood. She attended school in Windsor, NY and later worked in several businesses in the Binghamton region before becoming a loving wife and mother of three...

Arthur E. Boice

Arthur E. Boice

Oct 11, 2024

Arthur E. “Art” Boice, 83, of Norwich, died on Friday, October 11, 2024 at UHS Wilson Medical Center.

Born on July 9, 1941, in Edmeston, NY, Art was a son of the late Arthur and Marguerite (Stone) Boice. He grew up in New Berlin and graduated high school in 1960. He furthered his education at SUNY Morrisville where he gained an...

Victor R. White

Victor R. White

Oct 10, 2024

Victor R. White, 64, of Bainbridge, died on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at Bassett Medical Center. 

Born on September 8, 1960, in Rome, NY, Victor was a son of Charles Stanley and Elizabeth (Carpenter) White. He spent most of his childhood in California before relocating back to New York following the death of his father. Most recently, he worked at Unalam...

Loris "Ernie" Collier

Loris "Ernie" Collier

Oct 10, 2024

Loris Erwin “Ernie” Collier, 77, of Pharsalia, died in the comfort of his home with family by his side on Thursday, October 10, 2024.

Born on December 13, 1946, in Norwich, a son of the late Eugene and Mary (Walsh) Collier. He attended Sherburne-Earlville Schools and earned his associates degree from Broome Community College. 

Ernie worked for the Chenango County Sheriff’s Department...

Maryann Borden

Maryann Borden

Oct 10, 2024

Maryann Borden, 83, of Norwich, passed away on Thursday, October 10, 2024. 

Friends are invited to call at the Wilson Funeral Home, in Norwich, on Sunday, October 13, 2024 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. with a memorial service to immediately follow. Burial will occur in the Boonville Cemetery, Boonville, NY on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

A complete obituary will...

Rima Impoliene

Rima Impoliene

Oct 5, 2024

Rima Impoliene, 60, of Norwich, died at UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital on Saturday, October 5, 2024. 

A Mass of Christian Burial for Rima will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at St. Paul's Church, 30 Pleasant Street, Norwich, where the Rev. Ralph A. Bove will officiate. Burial will follow at St. Paul's Cemetery. 

Funeral arrangements are entrusted with...

Homer A. Burch

Homer A. Burch

Sep 23, 2024

Homer A. Burch, of Norwich, New York, died on Monday, September 23, 2024 at UHS Wilson Medical Center, Johnson City, New York. He was born in Hammond, Indiana, the son of Elsie (Head) and Edgar E. Burch on February 22, 1933. His wife, Janice (Bentle) Burch, survives. Homer is survived by his daughter, Laura Hover of Sacramento, California, and his...

Paul J. Law

Paul J. Law

Sep 13, 2024

Paul J. Law, 41, of Oxford, died unexpectedly on Friday, September 13, 2024. Born on July 19, 1983, in Harris, New York, Paul is a son of Kenneth Law, Jr. and Paula (Panzo) Kivler, both who survive. Paul was a mechanic in Staten Island, New York for many years before relocating to Upstate New York.

There will be no formal funeral...

James E. Dundon, Sr.

James E. Dundon, Sr.

Sep 7, 2024

James E. Dundon, Sr. 88, of Norwich, died surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital.

Born on January 3, 1936, in Binghamton, NY, he was a son of the late William and Wilma (Roper) Dundon. James graduated from Binghamton High School and then served in the Korean Conflict from 1954 – 1957 with...

Susan D. Dunham

Susan D. Dunham

Sep 2, 2024

Susan D. Dunham, 73, of Norwich, died on Monday, September 2, 2024 at Crouse Hospital in Syracuse, NY. 

Born on October 17, 1950, in Norwich, Susan was a daughter of Cecil and Dorothy (Smith) Barrows. She attended school in Oxford and later moved to Norwich where she worked as a phone operator for the Chenango & Unadilla Telephone Company. Susan worked...

Bridget M. Schena

Bridget M. Schena

Aug 23, 2024

On August 23, 2024 laying by her mother's side, hand in hand with her husband and surrounded by family, Bridget M. Schena, 26, succumbed to her battle with cancer.

Born on June 26, 1998, Bridget now watches over those still here. Her husband, Gideon; parents, Micheal and Miranda (Seiler) Murphy; children, Zayne, Witten, Madelyne, Elizabeth, Ryleigh; special niece, Blakeleigh; her siblings,...

Robert S. Yacono

Robert S. Yacono

Aug 22, 2024

Robert S. Yacono, 66, of Norwich, died on Thursday, August 22, 2024, as a result of a motorcycle accident in the City of Norwich. 

Born on September 14, 1957, in Jersey City, NJ, Robert was a son of Robert and Rosemary (Van Vorst) Yacono. He graduated from Norwich High School and furthered his education at Villanova University, Syracuse Law School, Thunderbird...

David Jerry Collier

David Jerry Collier

Aug 21, 2024

David Jerry Collier, 71, of Plymouth, died on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital. 

Born on February 18, 1953, in Norwich, Jerry was a son of Robert and Eleanor (Wilkes) Collier. He graduated from Sherburne-Earlville in 1971 and then attended SUNY Morrisville. He later earned his bachelor’s degree from SUNY Oneonta. Over the years, Jerry worked for the...

Barbara Ann McElroy

Barbara Ann McElroy

Aug 21, 2024

Barbara Ann McElroy, 88, of Mt. Upton, NY, died peacefully at the Norwich Rehabilitation and Nursing Center on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. 

Barbara Ann was born on May 22, 1936, in Jersey City, NJ, a daughter of Thomas and Helen (Papin) McElroy. She grew up in New Jersey and attended Catholic School. After the death of both of her parents, Barbara...

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