James V. Ameigh
Apr 29, 2026
James Vernon Ameigh "Poppy"
Age 66, of Watkins Glen, passed away April 29, 2026 at home surrounded by his loving family.
He was predeceased by his parents Lynn Ameigh Jr. and Ida (Friends) Ameigh. Also, his sister and brothers, Linda, Joseph, and Jonathon Ameigh; and best friend Don "Duck” Friends.
He is survived by his partner, Janet Blankenship of Watkins Glen; children, James...
Joyce McKinney
Apr 22, 2026
Joyce McKinney
90, of Watkins Glen, NY, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, in her home overlooking the pond and hillside.
She was born on February 9,1936 in Dayton, Ohio, to Loren and Louise Jameson.
Joyce graduated from the University of Cincinnati and began her career in nursing, later advancing her education to become a Nurse Practitioner. She devoted her career to...
Esther Stocum
Apr 19, 2026
Esther Stocum
WATKINS GLEN-We are heartbroken to share that our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother Esther Louise Kenyon Stocum, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at the age of 88. Born to Hugh and Grace Louise Kenyon on May 5, 1937, Mom grew up in Canisteo, NY with her brother Ken. Her brother Shirley died at age two. She loved...
Barbara Bucklaew
Apr 14, 2026
Barbara (Bowers) Bucklaew
75, of Bradford, NY, passed away on April 14, 2026, after a brief illness.
She was born in Buffalo, NY to Paul E. and Mildred (Greene) Bowers on December 14, 1950, the third of seven siblings. She graduated from Williamsville East High School in 1968. In 1972, she married Richard F. Bucklaew and had two daughters. After many years...
Doris L. Howell
Apr 11, 2026
Doris L. Howell
95, of Watkins Glen, N.Y., died Saturday, April 11, 2026 at home.
Born in Camptown, PA, she was the daughter of Glenn and Edith White Peet. She grew up on a farm in Camptown with her older brother, Elwin (d. 2015).
Doris graduated from Wyalusing Valley High School in 1948 and from the Robert Packer Hospital school of Nursing, Sayre,...
Michael C. Smalley
Apr 11, 2026
Michael C. “Big Mike” Smalley
Age 71, of Rock Stream, NY, passed away on April 11, 2026 at home.
Mike “Pops” was born on February 12, 1955, the son of Nathan Lester and Florence Smalley. He graduated from Watkins Glen High School in 1973. His greatest hobbies were dirt track racing and keeping up with the grandchildren! He loved racing the #002...
Charlotte L. Bond
Apr 5, 2026
Charlotte L. (Thorpe) Bond
Age 85, of Burdett passed away Sunday, April 5, 2026, surrounded by family at Schuyler Hospital.
Charlotte was born on September 10, 1940 to Bernard and Marion Thorpe. Charlotte is survived by her daughter Margaret (Kirk) Gray; and sons Scott Bond, and Benjamin (Diane) Bond; grandchildren, James, Kenneth, Bryanna, Travis and Jonathan; and two great-grandchildren, Jimmy and Josie.
Charlotte...
Patricia Ganascioli
Mar 29, 2026
Patricia GanascioliAge 93, of Montour Falls, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026 surrounded by love. She now rests in God’s care, reunited with those who went before her.
Patricia was a devoted wife, mother and sister who loved her family deeply. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Richard, and her daughters, Maria and Lisa. While she carried the sorrow...
John "Jack" J. McCormack
Mar 13, 2026
John “Jack” J. McCormack
Age 83, of Burdett, NY, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026.
Jack was born on October 30, 1942, in Bayshore, New York, the son of John and Gertrude McCormack.
Jack proudly served his country in the United States Coast Guard from 1966 to 1970, exemplifying honor, dedication, and courage. In 1969, he married the love of his life,...
Wilbur "Pete" VanIdistine
Mar 7, 2026
Wilbur E. (Pete) VanIdistine
Age 96, of Trumansburg, passed away March 7, 2026 at Cayuga Medical Center surrounded by loved ones.
Pete was born on Aug. 15, 1929 in Livingston, New Jersey, the son of Charles and Janie VanIdistine. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend to many. He served with honor in the Marine Corps. from 1946-1948 & 1950-1951....
Joseph F. Oswald
Mar 1, 2026
Joseph F. Oswald
Age 82, of Montour Falls, NY, passed away on March 1, 2026.
Joe was born in Baltimore, Maryland on May 25, 1943, the son of the late Frank X. Oswald and Ruth (Gorman) Oswald. He worked as a Direct Support Professional for the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities in Watkins Glen. Joe honorably served in the United States...
Gabriel Santos
Feb 22, 2026
Gabriel John Santos, of Hector, New York, left this world on February 22, 2026, at just 21 years of age. His passing was sudden, and our hearts are profoundly saddened. We share this not only with deep grief but also with gratitude for the joy and light he brought into our lives. His love, laughter, and spirit remain woven into...
Joyce L. Switzer
Feb 22, 2026
Joyce L. Switzer
Age 81, of Reading Center, NY, passed away February 22, 2026.
Joyce was born in Montour Falls on October 5, 1944. She was a lifelong resident of Reading Center and the Reading Community Church.
Joyce was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, James H. Switzer, Sr. in June 2025.
She is survived by two sons, James H. Switzer Jr. (wife...
Zachary Pifer
Feb 20, 2026
Zachary R. Pifer
Age 26, of Dundee, NY, died unexpectedly from an unknown medical emergency, on February 20, 2026.
Zachary was born on December 12, 1999, the son of Daniel Pifer and Megan (Kurtz) Howard. He attended elementary school in Hammondsport, middle school at the Alternative School for Math and Science in Corning, and high school in Hammondsport. Throughout high school, he...
Daniel Neumire, Sr.
Feb 17, 2026
Daniel Neumire Sr.
Age 89, of Reading Center, passed away February 17, 2026.
Dan was born in Montour Falls on August 1, 1936, the son Albert and Marie (Wallenbeck) Neumire. He graduated from Dundee Central School in 1955 and worked for R&L Perry Construction Co. for many years.
He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Ann (Landry) Neumire. He is also...
Stanley "Skip" Young
Feb 17, 2026
Stanley “Skip” Young
Age 78, of Watkins Glen, passed away February 17, 2026.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday (February 22nd) starting at 2:00pm at Matt’s Place, 1237 CR-16, Beaver Dams. All are welcome!
Affectionally called “Teddy Bear” by his wife Sharon, they shared 45 years together.
Skip worked 35 years for Corning, Inc. He was known for being stubborn and...
Hayley J. Scholtisek
Feb 12, 2026
Hayley J. Scholtisek
Age 48, of Watkins Glen, passed away February 12, 2026 at Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls.
A graveside committal service will be held Tuesday (June 2nd) at 11:00am at Lakeview Cemetery in Watkins Glen.
Hayley was born on September 27, 1977, the daughter of Henry and Dorothy Scholtisek.
She was predeceased by her parents. She is survived by her brothers...
Tracie McIlroy
Feb 6, 2026
Tracie H. McIlroy
Age 68, of Watkins Glen, passed away unexpectedly February 6, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
Tracie was born on August 19, 1957 in Poughkeepsie, NY, the daughter of Roger and Kathryn Herrick.
She was predeceased by her parents, her husband Richard McIlroy, her sister Lee Herrick, and her brothers Michael and Greg Herrick.
Tracie is survived by her daughter Keri...
Steven Michael "Fuzzy" Fazzary
Feb 2, 2026
Steven "Fuzzy" Michael FazzaryAge 65, a lifelong resident of Watkins Glen, passed away unexpectedly on February 2, 2026.
Steven was born on January 25, 1961, the son of the late Michael "Mickey" Angelo and Linda Fazzary. He worked as an electrician and maintenance at Watkins Glen International.
He is survived by his daughter Mikel Fazzary of Cortland; sister and brother-in-law, Shelly and...
Donna Driscoll
Jan 21, 2026
Donna D. DriscollAge 76, of Montour Falls, passed away unexpectedly at home on January 21, 2026.
Donna was born in Ithaca, New York, daughter of the late John and Mabel Driscoll of Ithaca and Newfield.
A lifelong seeker of wisdom and beauty, Donna studied philosophy through Wisdom’s Goldenrod and the Center for Philosophic Studies, inspired by the writings of Paul Brunton. She...