Patricia A. Kirchner
Apr 15, 2025
Patricia A. (Jeffery) Kirchner, 87, of Marathon, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at the Mercy House Hospice, Endicott, NY, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on July 4, 1937, in Homer, NY, the daughter of the late Frederick and Elizabeth Fitzpatrick Jeffery, Pat, as she was known to her family and friends, lived a life dedicated to...
Jerry A. Wilcox
Apr 4, 2025
Jerry A. Wilcox, a cherished member of the Marathon community, passed away peacefully at his home in Marathon, NY, on April 4, 2025, at the age of 80.
Jerry was born on May 15, 1944, in Cortland, NY. His life was marked by his deep passion for antiques, which he pursued throughout his career as a longtime dealer and broad-spectrum collector....
Phyllis A. Hulett
Mar 9, 2025
Phyllis A. (Sickmon) Hulett, 93, of Marathon, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at the Groton Community Health Care Center, Groton, NY.
Born in the Town of Freetown, Phyllis was the daughter of the late Lloyd and Thelma Edwards Sickmon. Phyllis found joy in various hobbies and interests. An accomplished seamstress, she enjoyed sewing, crocheting, and quilting, creating...
Martha E. Parrino
Feb 28, 2025
Martha E. (Hilbert) Parrino, 93, of Marathon, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 28, 2025, at the Cortland Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Cortland, New York.
Born on June 10, 1931, in Wurzburg, Germany to the late Anton and Maria Hilbert, Martha’s life was a testament to strength and resilience.
In 1955, Martha moved to Staten Island, New York, to...
Robert W. Harding, Jr.
Jan 1, 2025
Robert W. Harding, Jr., 88, of Marathon, NY, affectionately known by his grandchildren as “Papa”, passed away peacefully at home in Owego, NY on January 1, 2025.
Bob was born in Marathon, NY on March 9, 1936, the son of the late Robert W. Harding, Sr, and the late Eloise Hargrave Jayne. In his early adult years, he and his brother,...
Douglas B. Myers, Sr.
Dec 22, 2024
Douglas B. Myers, Sr., 79, of Marathon, NY, passed away unexpectedly yet peacefully on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City, NY.
Doug was born on June 26, 1945, in Cortland, NY, the son of the late Merrill Myers and Ruth Bruce Lockwood. Prior to his retirement, Doug dedicated more than 35 years of service to Conrail,...
Robert W. Bliss
Dec 22, 2024
Robert W. Bliss, 87, of Marathon, NY, affectionately known to his grandchildren and their friends as "Bobbo," passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, December 22, 2024, while surrounded by his loving family.
Bob was born in Marathon, NY on April 23, 1937, the son of the late Walter Harold Bliss and Florence Adams Bliss. A lifelong resident of the...
Donna E. (Harris) Cross Genson
Dec 14, 2024
Donna E. (Harris) Cross Genson, a beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully at her home in Freetown, on Saturday, December 14, 2024, surrounded by her family.
Born on March 12, 1946, in Sidney, NY, Donna’s home was in Guilford, NY. She dedicated her life to her family and work, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and love....
Dr. Edward Tillotson, DVM
Oct 27, 2024
Dr. Edward Tillotson, DVM, 79, of Killawog, NY passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 27, 2024, with his family beside him, and is now in his forever home with Jesus.
Ed is survived by his wife of 56 years, Ruth, his children, Kelly (Ken Smith) of Marathon, Jeffrey (Angela) of Lebanon, TN, and Michael (Jennifer) of New Hartford, NY,...
Betty A. (Willis) Simpson
Oct 7, 2024
Betty A. (Willis) Simpson, 90, of Marathon, NY, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024, at the Cortland Park Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Cortland, NY.
Born on January 30, 1934, Betty was the daughter of the late Glenn and Martha Conklin Willis. Betty's life was marked by her dedication to family, friends, and her career. She was a devoted member...
James H. Stevens
Sep 9, 2024
James H. Stevens, 71 of Marathon, NY, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024.
Jim was born in Cortland, NY on June 13, 1953, the son of the late Bertina Stevens. Jim had worked for Forkey Construction & Fabrication, Inc. for almost 20 years. His previous employers were Square Deal Machining, Inc, Buckley Oil, and XYZ Sanitation for 10 plus years....
Betsy Bregard
Sep 1, 2024
Betsy Bregard, 81, of Marathon, NY, passed away peacefully at her home on September 1, 2024, while surrounded by her loving family. She was a remarkable woman whose life was a testament to the love and devotion to her family.
Betsy was born in Cortland, NY, on June 24, 1943, the daughter of the late H. Burgess Jones and Vera (Stanley)...
Patricia Jane Leet
Jul 4, 2024
Patricia Jane “Patty” Suffolk Leet, 79 of Marathon, passed away on July 4th, 2024 after a short illness.
Patty was born February 19th, 1945, in Massachusetts . She was pre-deceased by her parents Ralph and Esther Suffolk, and her siblings: Ruth Brown, Doris Thomas, Ralph “Jim” Suffolk, Barbara Crayton, and Carol White.
She is survived by her husband Charles “Chuck” Leet; daughter...
Raymond Daniel Smith, Sr.
Jun 21, 2024
Raymond Daniel Smith, Sr., 78, formerly of Marathon, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 21, 2024, at the Guthrie Cortland Regional Medical Center, Cortland, NY.
Ray was born in Patterson, NJ, on August 6, 1945, the son of the late James and Helen Fells Smith. A longtime resident of the area, he was a graduate of Marathon Central School. He...
Joan Merihew
Jun 20, 2024
Joan F. (Murray) Merihew, 92, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at the Guthrie Cortland Regional Medical Center, Cortland, NY.
Born in Ocean Side, NY, on March 26, 1932, Joan was the daughter of the late Walter and Marion Bedell Murray. She was a longtime resident of the area and a member of the United Methodist Church of Marathon....
Barbara A. Brown
Jun 13, 2024
Barbara A. (Stengle) Brown, 87, formerly of Marathon, NY, passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Syracuse, NY.
Born in Buffalo, NY, on August 12, 1936, Barb was the daughter of the late Marshall and Lottie Marcovitch Stengle. Prior to her retirement, she was employed as a psychologist for the Chenango Valley Central School District. She had...
James Edward Burk, Sr.
Jun 2, 2024
James Edward Burk, Sr., 90, of Marathon, NY, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at the VA Medical Center, Syracuse, NY, while surrounded by his loving family.
Born in the Town of Freetown, NY, on March 8, 1934, Jim was the son of the late LeRoy Jospeh Burk, Sr. and Nellie Burville Burk. He attended Marathon Central School where he...
Pamela Ann Montanye-Mielke
May 6, 2024
Pamela Ann Montanye-Mielke, 74, of Marathon, NY, lost her battle with cancer after eleven years and has gone home to be with the Lord. No matter how bad things were she always had a smile for everyone.
Pamela was born in Middletown, NY, on September 11, 1949, the daughter of the late Clarence and Elvira Woodmansee Montanye. A long-time resident of...
Glenn J. Merihew
May 5, 2024
Glenn “Tony” J. Merihew, 93, of Marathon, NY, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at the Guthrie Cortland Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Cortland, NY.
Tony was born in Freetown, NY, on March 12, 1931, the son of the late James Benton and Ruby Goddard Merihew. A lifetime resident of the area, he was a life member and past fire chief...
Mark E. Piech
Apr 5, 2024
Mark E. Piech, 62, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Lisle, NY, on Friday, April 5, 2024.
Mark was born in Johnson City, NY, on November 20, 1961, the son of Joseph and Elizabeth Feisthamel Piech. A longtime resident of the area, he was a graduate of Dryden Central School and...
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