All Obituaries

Kaare (Karl) Sparby, 81 (born in Norway) of Binghamton, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2019 after courageously fighting a lengthy illness.  He is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Elizabeth; his four sons and their families - Ragnar and Patty, Einar and Carol, Jens, Leif and Sandra; his daughter Amy and her husband Sean; 12 grandchildren and 2 great-grandsons.  Karl was a member of and retired from the Local #271 Carpenters Union.  He enjoyed bowling, playing...

Nancy L. Canale 73, of Conklin, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2019. She is predeasced by her parents Dr. Anthony and Virgie Canale; brother Anthony “Jack” Canale. She is survived by her sisters Elaine (Don) Lambrino; Debra (Dave) Knapp; sister in-law Hallie Canale; as well as nieces and nephews. She graduated from Binghamton North High School and Marywood University. Nancy was a teacher for the Binghamton City School District for 30 years.  A Memorial Mass will be held...

Scott Gerard Lesch (54) passed away at his home in Windsor, NY on July 15, 2019 following a short battle with cancer. He is predeceased by his father David Lesch. He is survived by his mother Helen Lesch, daughter Allason Leitz-Lesch, as well as his longtime significant other Karen Knight. In addition to four siblings: Cheryl Norris, Craig Lesch, Rachel Aaron, Bradley Lesch among many other nieces, nephews, chosen family and friends. Scott spent his life building, creating, giving back in...

 George E.  Tomaras, 81, of Binghamton, passed on Friday, July 5, 2019 at Albany Medical Center, his wife at his side. He was predeceased by his parents, Andrew and Dora Tomaras, and his brother-in-law Raymond Winans. He is survived by his beloved wife of over 56 years, Sylvia and their cherished children, son George and Kristin Tomaras and daughter Jennifer and Robert Skinner, his precious grandchildren who gave him great joy: Ryan Skinner, Paige Tomaras, Camryn Skinner and Julia...

Sharon R. Fasano (Kelly), 82, passed away on July 3, 2019.  She was predeceased by her husband Philip J. Fasano; parents George and Rose Kelly; sister Dolores Kelly; in laws Stephen and Angiolina Fasano; sisters-in-law Kate (Frank) Depersis, Jean Gill; brother-in-law Joe (Elaine) Fasano.  She is survived by her daughter Shelley Schiffer (Mark Ziemba) and Phyllis Felker (Mike Godbout); devoted brother Terry (Sue) Kelly; his children Shaun, Scott (Stephanie) and Shannon;...

Marion T. Ferrante passed away peacefully at home on June 25, 2019 with her devoted family present.  She is predeceased by her parents Henry and Ethel Schaefer; brothers George and Paul.  She is survived by her loving daughters Deborah Tweedie of Binghamton NY and Carolyn (Ronald) Lewis of East Branch, NY; grandchildren Alicia (Ryan) Fifield and Scott (Meghan) Lewis; great grandson William Scott Lewis; and her wonderful cats Bear and Mittens.  She graduated from Ridley Lowell...

Joseph J. Savelli, 81 of Binghamton, NY entered into eternal rest Tuesday, June 25, 2019.  Born August 24, 1937 in Swoyersville, P.A., he was the son of the late Giovanni and Giacomina Martina Martini Savelli. He was employed by Singer Link Binghamton N.Y. for 30+ years as well as CAE Link Hughes Training Inc., Irving TX.  Joe was an avid golfer and participated in the Link and Wild Cat golf leagues.  Joe especially enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was...

Clara Mughetti 95, of Binghamton, went to be with the lord and her loving husband on his 100th birthday at home on June 21, 2019. She is predeceased by her husband Mario Mughetti; son Vincent Mughetti; parents Saverio and Genoeffa Pietrosanti; sister Rita Stack; brothers Peter and Armande Pietrosanti. She is survived by her daughter Alberta Mughetti; son and daughter in-law Mario and Denise Mughetti; special granddaughter Marcella Mughetti; favorite dog Maci; three brothers Joseph...

Evans Edward Presley “Ed” 89, of Binghamton passed away peacefully at Willow Point Nursing Home on June 20, 2019. He is predeceased by his wife Rita Presley; sister Estelle (William) Leach. He is survived by his son Patrick Presley; Suzanne (Robert) Bucci, Sharon (Bea) Presley; grandchildren Lee Bucci, Lauren Bucci; as well as numerous extended family members whom he was beloved by. Ed was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy serving during the Korean Conflict. He worked for 39 years...

Joseph G. Datto, 85, of Vestal, NY, passed away on June 13, 2019 surrounded by his family. Joe was born in Wilkes-Barre, PA on September 8, 1933. He attended St. Rose School in Carbondale, PA, and was a proud graduate of Georgetown Prep School in Gaithersburg, MD. He received his BS and MS degrees from the State University of New York at Binghamton. He served in the U.S. Army from 1953-1956 before joining IBM in Owego, NY, retiring in 1994 after 38 years. For many years he was an avid...