All Obituaries

Thomas “Tom” Dwaine Gates, 82, of Binghamton, New York, passed away peacefully at home on April 6, 2026, after a brief time in hospice care following a long illness with cancer. He was born on November 15, 1943, in Greene, New York, to John and Ethel Gates. Tom was the beloved husband of Joan Gates (Engler). Married on August 28, 1971, they shared more than five decades of love, partnership, and devotion. He is survived by his daughter, Jodie Gates, and was a loving grandfather ...

“A grandpa is someone with silver in his hair and gold in his heart.” Alexander Joseph Kowalczik was called peacefully home on April 5th, 2026. He was surrounded by those who love him most. “Al”, as he was affectionately called, joined our Lord to be reunited with the love of his life, Mary. His family is deeply saddened at his passing, as even 95 years on this earth is not nearly long enough to be graced by his loving presence. Al was a man of excellence. His life as ...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth E. Gill, 76, on April 3, 2026, at the home he built and loved. He leaves behind a legacy of integrity and generosity.  He was predeceased by his parents Harold and Margaret Gill; in-laws Morris and Mary McNair. Ken is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Peggy Gill; daughters Dr. Deborah Gill, Drs. Heather (Ryan) Bragg; grandchildren Kennedy, Quinn, & Emerson; siblings Jim (Dawn) Gill, Marcia (Dennis) Moulton; ...

Lori Lynn Marcello, 65, passed away peacefully surrounded by love at home on March 31, 2026.   She was predeceased by her parents Jean and Lamont Bedford. She is survived by devoted husband of 23 years James “Jim” Marcello; children Nichole Wayman, Brian (Mabra) Wayman, Melissa (Matt) Williams; Jim’s daughters Erika and Jennifer; grandchildren Liam, Ava, Lucy and Nora; siblings Barbara, Noreen and Keith; nieces, nephews, mother-in-law Donna Marcello; 6 ...

Philip M. Kittle, 77, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 30, 2026.  He was predeceased by his parents Russell and Elsie; wife Judith; siblings Sandy, Jerry, Barb, Bob and Donna. He is survived by his children Brian Kittle, Rochelle Ingraham, Bonnie Erickson, Russell Kittle; stepchildren James Kika; Jennifer Kika; grandchildren: LaFayette, Mary, Alyssa, Barbara, Veronika, Kayla, and Bri, along with several great grandchildren; sister-in-law Maritza ...

Paula Lynn (Dennis) Holbert passed at the Mercy House on March 25,2026, after a long battle with FTD Dementia. Paula was preceded in death by her parents Paul and Jane Dennis, brothers Bob and John a infant son Michael, Uncle Donald and Doug’s parents Harold and Dorothy. Paula is survived by her husband Doug, brother Dick and his wife Holly, sons Jim, Andrew and Keith, sisters-in-law Rose, Barbara, Nancy, Shirlee, Carol and Joyce. Paula is also survived by her Aunt Beanie, ...

David died peacefully on March 22, 2026 at the NYS Veterans Home at Oxford.  Born in 1935 in New Berlin, NY to Elbert and Margaret Spicer, he worked at the family’s grocery store, played 3 sports and was a trumpet player for New Berlin High School through his youth.  He enlisted in the United States Army, serving as Honor Guard during the Koran Conflict.  His GI Bill in hand, David received his BS and MS at Oneonta State.  After teaching in Rotterdam NY for two ...

Tracy K Brown. Tracy Brown, 44, of Kirkwood, passed away Friday March 20th, 2026. Tracy was employed by Broome Developmental Center for over 20 years. Her last position was as a nurse at Tracy Creek Rd. She enjoyed music, especially Tom Petty and going to concerts. Tracy also loved horses, having owned 2 Frosty and Lady. She enjoyed many trips to Lake Ontario, mostly at Sandy Pond. Tracy is survived by her sons, Owen and Ryan Hershowitz, her mother Kathy Brown, brother Chasen Brown and a ...

Alessandro D’Alessandro (Sandro) 94, of Binghamton, New York, passed away on March 19, 2026. He was surrounded by his loving family and passed peacefully into God’s hands. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Iginia (DeNinis), his son Fabrizio, his grandchildren Gianni and Enzo and their mother, Luciana. Sandro was born on February 27, 1932 in Italy to the late Rocco and AnnaDomenica D’Alessandro. He was preceded in death by all his siblings and is now joyfully ...

Eleanor L. Conlon, 100, passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 18, 2026, at Elizabeth Church Manor in Binghamton, New York. The only daughter of Eleanor and Daniel Lyons, Eleanor grew up between Utica and Binghamton. She was predeceased by her parents; her husband of 57 years, John P. Conlon; her beloved son, Tom Conlon; and her brothers, Neil; John (Anne); Edwin (Mary); and Francis Lyons. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Kathy and Dale Tewksbury; daughter-in-law, ...