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John Akins
Birth Date:
1956-05-30
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2020-05-13
Obituary:
John Akins, 63, of Berkshire, passed away on May 13, 2020. He is survived by his children Melissa (Shawn) Guyette, Mason (Dalana Nye) Akins, Jolene (Keith Benjamin) Payne, and Garrett Akins; his grandchildren Sunny, Sequia, Faith, Brenton, Heidi, Peyton, Sparrow, and Landon; brother Carl (Marilyn) Akins; niece Jennifer (Frank) Patterson and their children Kristin, Becky, and Connor. He was predeceased by his parents Neil and Helen Akins.John was a self-perfectionist, especially when it came to his carpentry. He took great pride in his work, and loved to incorporate his artistic talents into his projects. He was very pleased that all four of his children received his creativity. John lovingly cared for his parents and always enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. In his free time, he could usually be found out riding his motorcycle or spending time with friends. John was a member of the Triple Cities Chopper Club. His huge heart and genuine concern for others will be greatly missed by all who knew him!
John Akins, 63, of Berkshire, passed away on May 13, 2020. He is survived by his children Melissa (Shawn) Guyette, Mason (Dalana Nye) Akins, Jolene (Keith Benjamin) Payne, and Garrett Akins; his grandchildren Sunny, Sequia, Faith, Brenton, Heidi, Peyton, Sparrow, and Landon; brother Carl (Marilyn) Akins; niece Jennifer (Frank) Patterson and their children Kristin, Becky, and Connor. He was predeceased by his parents Neil and Helen Akins.John was a self-perfectionist, especially when it came to his carpentry. He took great pride in his work, and loved to incorporate his artistic talents into his projects. He was very pleased that all four of his children received his creativity. John lovingly cared for his parents and always enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. In his free time, he could usually be found out riding his motorcycle or spending time with friends. John was a member of the Triple Cities Chopper Club. His huge heart and genuine concern for others will be greatly missed by all who knew him!
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Walter Beebe
Birth Date:
1955-04-28
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2022-01-17
Obituary:
Walter M. Beebe, 66, of Simpson died Monday at the Gardens at East Mountain, Plains Township.
His wife is the former Carol Ann Morden.
Born in Johnson City, NY, he was the son of the late Henry F. and Edith Irene Holcolm Beebe. Walter was a graduate of Newark Valley Schools. After his accident, he received a bachelor’s degree in Business.
Walter was a very caring and concerned father and family man. He was a loyal friend and found pleasure in a good cup of coffee.
He is also survived by two children, Jamie Eaton and Carolyn Hoeg, five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Carl Hoaglin.
Walter M. Beebe, 66, of Simpson died Monday at the Gardens at East Mountain, Plains Township.
His wife is the former Carol Ann Morden.
Born in Johnson City, NY, he was the son of the late Henry F. and Edith Irene Holcolm Beebe. Walter was a graduate of Newark Valley Schools. After his accident, he received a bachelor’s degree in Business.
Walter was a very caring and concerned father and family man. He was a loyal friend and found pleasure in a good cup of coffee.
He is also survived by two children, Jamie Eaton and Carolyn Hoeg, five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Carl Hoaglin.
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Cathy Warner (Creeley)
Birth Date:
1956-03-16
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2003-08-23
Obituary:
Cathy A. (Creeley) Warner, 52, passed away at her home on August 23, 2008. Born on March 16, 1956 in Endicott, N.Y., Cathy was the daughter of Gertrude (Vargason) and the late Arnold D. Creeley (July 27, 2003). In addition to her mother, Gert Creeley; Cathy is survived by her husband, Ronald A. Warner, Sr.; her children, Ronald A. (Heather) Warner, Jr., Daniel (Jen) Warner, and Marsha (Gene) Gorsline; her grandchildren, Veronica, Danielle, Ashley, Logan, Alexis, Nathan and Brooke. Also surviving are her brothers and sisters, Arnold "Butch" (Debbie) Creeley, George "Pete" Creeley, Charles "Chuck" (Michelle) Creeley, Dick (Bonnie) Creeley, Rose Terenzi, Judy Meyer and Tish Marshall; her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Albert and Joyce Warner; brothers-in-law, Louie (Donna) Warner and Donald (Bonnie) Warner; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Cathy was a graduate of Newark Valley High School, Class of 1974. She was a former employee of HADCO/Sanmina in Owego, and also assisted Ron in the operation of their dairy farm. She was a former member of the Berkshire Emergency Squad and over the years, lovingly helped and cared for several individuals confined to home. She enjoyed many different crafts, puzzles, four wheelin' and mowing her lawn. Cathy will be remembered by all of her family and many friends as the "organizer" of the Annual Squirrel Derby held in February. This year marked the 10th anniversary of the Derby. "To some you may be forgotten, to others, a part of the past. To us who loved you and lost you, your memory will always last. May you always walk in sunshine, God's love around you glow, for the happiness you gave us, no one will ever know."
Cathy A. (Creeley) Warner, 52, passed away at her home on August 23, 2008. Born on March 16, 1956 in Endicott, N.Y., Cathy was the daughter of Gertrude (Vargason) and the late Arnold D. Creeley (July 27, 2003). In addition to her mother, Gert Creeley; Cathy is survived by her husband, Ronald A. Warner, Sr.; her children, Ronald A. (Heather) Warner, Jr., Daniel (Jen) Warner, and Marsha (Gene) Gorsline; her grandchildren, Veronica, Danielle, Ashley, Logan, Alexis, Nathan and Brooke. Also surviving are her brothers and sisters, Arnold "Butch" (Debbie) Creeley, George "Pete" Creeley, Charles "Chuck" (Michelle) Creeley, Dick (Bonnie) Creeley, Rose Terenzi, Judy Meyer and Tish Marshall; her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Albert and Joyce Warner; brothers-in-law, Louie (Donna) Warner and Donald (Bonnie) Warner; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Cathy was a graduate of Newark Valley High School, Class of 1974. She was a former employee of HADCO/Sanmina in Owego, and also assisted Ron in the operation of their dairy farm. She was a former member of the Berkshire Emergency Squad and over the years, lovingly helped and cared for several individuals confined to home. She enjoyed many different crafts, puzzles, four wheelin' and mowing her lawn. Cathy will be remembered by all of her family and many friends as the "organizer" of the Annual Squirrel Derby held in February. This year marked the 10th anniversary of the Derby. "To some you may be forgotten, to others, a part of the past. To us who loved you and lost you, your memory will always last. May you always walk in sunshine, God's love around you glow, for the happiness you gave us, no one will ever know."
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Bud Estes
Birth Date:
1955-07-22
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2016-02-24
Obituary:
Manford “Bud” Estes, of Marietta, passed away February 24, 2016. He was born in Endicott, New York to parents Marie and Manford Estes on July 22, 1955. Bud graduated in 1974 from Newark Valley High School in Newark Valley, NY, where he met his best friend and wife of 40 years, Karen. His passion for helping people led him to achieve an Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy from Syracuse Upstate Medical University. His degree led him to a lifelong career in healthcare where he established many professional and personal relationships.
Bud was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hiking and fishing throughout the southeast. He was very involved in the Boy Scouts of America as a leader in Lakeland, Florida as well as St. Simons Island, Georgia, and had many fond memories rooted in exploring the Okefenokee Swamp with his boys and the scouts. More recently, he could often be found hiking in Sope Creek, the East Cobb Park, or on Kennesaw Mountain with his beloved dog, Shiloh.
In his spare time, Bud was a handyman. He enjoyed helping with Habitat for Humanity and participating in the Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church’s “Great Day of Service.” He was always willing to lend a hand to whomever needed it. He also enjoyed watching the Georgia Bulldogs, often overshadowing even his sons’ passion for the team. If he wasn’t watching the Dawgs, he could be found watching his second passion: Westerns, or listening to classic rock n’ roll.
Above all, family was very important to Bud. From family gatherings barbecuing Cornell Chicken and spiedies, to late night card playing and fishing on the Indian River in Florida and the many lakes and rivers of Georgia, Bud will certainly be missed by all that loved and knew him as a friend, brother, father, grandpapa, and husband. Bud is survived by: wife, Karen Estes; sons, Matthew (Pamela) Estes, and Stephen (Ashley) Estes; grandchildren, Zoe, Joseph Oliver, Everly, and Ivy Estes; sisters, Sharon (George) Zurko and Dawn (Ron) Kiefer; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by: father, Manford Estes; and mother, Marie Estes; and sister, Nancy (Tom) Morgan.
Manford “Bud” Estes, of Marietta, passed away February 24, 2016. He was born in Endicott, New York to parents Marie and Manford Estes on July 22, 1955. Bud graduated in 1974 from Newark Valley High School in Newark Valley, NY, where he met his best friend and wife of 40 years, Karen. His passion for helping people led him to achieve an Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy from Syracuse Upstate Medical University. His degree led him to a lifelong career in healthcare where he established many professional and personal relationships.
Bud was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hiking and fishing throughout the southeast. He was very involved in the Boy Scouts of America as a leader in Lakeland, Florida as well as St. Simons Island, Georgia, and had many fond memories rooted in exploring the Okefenokee Swamp with his boys and the scouts. More recently, he could often be found hiking in Sope Creek, the East Cobb Park, or on Kennesaw Mountain with his beloved dog, Shiloh.
In his spare time, Bud was a handyman. He enjoyed helping with Habitat for Humanity and participating in the Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church’s “Great Day of Service.” He was always willing to lend a hand to whomever needed it. He also enjoyed watching the Georgia Bulldogs, often overshadowing even his sons’ passion for the team. If he wasn’t watching the Dawgs, he could be found watching his second passion: Westerns, or listening to classic rock n’ roll.
Above all, family was very important to Bud. From family gatherings barbecuing Cornell Chicken and spiedies, to late night card playing and fishing on the Indian River in Florida and the many lakes and rivers of Georgia, Bud will certainly be missed by all that loved and knew him as a friend, brother, father, grandpapa, and husband. Bud is survived by: wife, Karen Estes; sons, Matthew (Pamela) Estes, and Stephen (Ashley) Estes; grandchildren, Zoe, Joseph Oliver, Everly, and Ivy Estes; sisters, Sharon (George) Zurko and Dawn (Ron) Kiefer; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by: father, Manford Estes; and mother, Marie Estes; and sister, Nancy (Tom) Morgan.
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Dennis Ford
Birth Date:
1955-12-07
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2018-08-18
Obituary:
Mr. Dennis Bryan Ford, born on December 7, 1955 in Endicott, New York, to the late Virginia Ford and the late Stanley Ford, passed away at age 62 on August 18, 2018 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dennis served in the Air Force in the Vietnam Era and he also worked at Kirtland Airforce Base as a Firefighter. Dennis is survived by his daughters, Christina Ford and Andrea Ford; and grandchild, Daniel Morrison.
Mr. Dennis Bryan Ford, born on December 7, 1955 in Endicott, New York, to the late Virginia Ford and the late Stanley Ford, passed away at age 62 on August 18, 2018 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dennis served in the Air Force in the Vietnam Era and he also worked at Kirtland Airforce Base as a Firefighter. Dennis is survived by his daughters, Christina Ford and Andrea Ford; and grandchild, Daniel Morrison.
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Calvin Gehen
Birth Date:
1956-09-18
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2008-12-20
Obituary:
Calvin W. Gehen, 52, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2008, in his home surrounded by his family. He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Margaret (Smith) and Calvin Stevens; his paternal grandparents, Hilda Rose (Turner) and Gerald Gehen; and his brother, Stephen Gehen. He was born on September 18, 1956 to Marjorie (Stevens) Gehen and George William Gehen. He is survived by his devoted wife, Carol (Tomazin) Gehen; his five children, Rebecca and Brandon Ausman, West Chester, Pa., Sean and Amy Gehen, Carmel, Ind., Kathleen and Stephen Sheffield, Liverpool, N.Y., Amy and Eric Monson, Layton, Utah, and Sarah Gehen, Newark Valley; his grandchildren, Emma, Benjamin and Andrew Ausman, Bethanie, Sadie and Brady Gehen, Tyler, Matthew and Emily Sheffield, and Hailey Monson; his parents, George W. (Victoria) Gehen, Homosassa, Fla., and Marjorie S. Gehen, Annandale, Va.; his siblings, Melanie and Bruce Benedict, David and Patricia Gehen, and Cynthia and Louis Swann; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Joseph and Julia Tomazin; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Joseph and Kris Tomazin, Martin and Cynthia Tomazin, Deborah and Anthony D'Angelo, Robert and Julie Tomazin, Kenneth and Sheila Tomazin; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. As a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Calvin was the stake president of the Owego, N.Y. Stake. He lived his life serving others and his Savior. He was greatly loved by those he served. Calvin was an engineer at Lockheed Martin in Owego and was soon to celebrate his 30th year there. He was a valued and hard working employee and was well respected and loved by his coworkers. Calvin was recognized for his problem solving skills and his dedication to his job. He was active in the community and served on the Candor school board for many years. Calvin led an active and energetic life. He enjoyed cycling, amateur radio, photography, hiking and camping. Calvin most loved spending time with his family and especially loved playing with his grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Calvin's family is especially grateful to his caring physician, Dr. Harris, and those involved in his Hospice care.
Calvin W. Gehen, 52, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2008, in his home surrounded by his family. He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Margaret (Smith) and Calvin Stevens; his paternal grandparents, Hilda Rose (Turner) and Gerald Gehen; and his brother, Stephen Gehen. He was born on September 18, 1956 to Marjorie (Stevens) Gehen and George William Gehen. He is survived by his devoted wife, Carol (Tomazin) Gehen; his five children, Rebecca and Brandon Ausman, West Chester, Pa., Sean and Amy Gehen, Carmel, Ind., Kathleen and Stephen Sheffield, Liverpool, N.Y., Amy and Eric Monson, Layton, Utah, and Sarah Gehen, Newark Valley; his grandchildren, Emma, Benjamin and Andrew Ausman, Bethanie, Sadie and Brady Gehen, Tyler, Matthew and Emily Sheffield, and Hailey Monson; his parents, George W. (Victoria) Gehen, Homosassa, Fla., and Marjorie S. Gehen, Annandale, Va.; his siblings, Melanie and Bruce Benedict, David and Patricia Gehen, and Cynthia and Louis Swann; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Joseph and Julia Tomazin; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Joseph and Kris Tomazin, Martin and Cynthia Tomazin, Deborah and Anthony D'Angelo, Robert and Julie Tomazin, Kenneth and Sheila Tomazin; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. As a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Calvin was the stake president of the Owego, N.Y. Stake. He lived his life serving others and his Savior. He was greatly loved by those he served. Calvin was an engineer at Lockheed Martin in Owego and was soon to celebrate his 30th year there. He was a valued and hard working employee and was well respected and loved by his coworkers. Calvin was recognized for his problem solving skills and his dedication to his job. He was active in the community and served on the Candor school board for many years. Calvin led an active and energetic life. He enjoyed cycling, amateur radio, photography, hiking and camping. Calvin most loved spending time with his family and especially loved playing with his grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Calvin's family is especially grateful to his caring physician, Dr. Harris, and those involved in his Hospice care.
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Tim Gregrow
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2019-11-15
Obituary:
Berkshire (Speedsville - Timothy S. Gregrow, 63, passed away on November 15, 2019 following an illness. Tim is survived by his mother, Martha (Polly) Gregrow, brothers:Dale (Debra) and Ronald Gregrow and niece and nephews: Dale Jr. (Ida), Carrie (Greg), Brandon (Jessica). He was predeceased by his father, Bernard Gregrow.
Tim graduated from Newark Valley High School and had received extensive training in grading hardwoods. He was notably among the best of graders and had been employed at both Wagner Lumber and Double Aught Lumber for many years. His hobbies included motorcycles and raising potatoes and, he was a great story teller!
Berkshire (Speedsville - Timothy S. Gregrow, 63, passed away on November 15, 2019 following an illness. Tim is survived by his mother, Martha (Polly) Gregrow, brothers:Dale (Debra) and Ronald Gregrow and niece and nephews: Dale Jr. (Ida), Carrie (Greg), Brandon (Jessica). He was predeceased by his father, Bernard Gregrow.
Tim graduated from Newark Valley High School and had received extensive training in grading hardwoods. He was notably among the best of graders and had been employed at both Wagner Lumber and Double Aught Lumber for many years. His hobbies included motorcycles and raising potatoes and, he was a great story teller!
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Pam Corwin (Kelsey)
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2022-01-02
Obituary:
Pamela K. Corwin, 65, of Owego, NY, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday morning, January 2, 2022. She was predeceased by her parents Ronald (Betty) Kelsey and Marien Jane (Jack) Smith. Pamela is survived by her son Taylor (Megan) Corwin and daughter Jeanne (Levi) Halstead; her grandchildren Shirina Harris, Blair Corwin, and Ava and Colton Halstead; her ex-husband James Corwin Jr. (Vickie Hadley); her siblings Amy Kelsey Cahlik, Michael Casey Littlejohn, Christine Kelsey, Elaine Borakove, Deborah Webb, Susan Kelsey; and many close cousins, nieces, and nephews. Pamela's grandchildren were her life, light, and happiness. Her family was her number one priority. In her free time, Pamela was an avid reader and a gifted artist. Above all else, she treasured her Christian faith and her heart's passion was bringing people to know her Savior Jesus Christ.
Pamela K. Corwin, 65, of Owego, NY, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday morning, January 2, 2022. She was predeceased by her parents Ronald (Betty) Kelsey and Marien Jane (Jack) Smith. Pamela is survived by her son Taylor (Megan) Corwin and daughter Jeanne (Levi) Halstead; her grandchildren Shirina Harris, Blair Corwin, and Ava and Colton Halstead; her ex-husband James Corwin Jr. (Vickie Hadley); her siblings Amy Kelsey Cahlik, Michael Casey Littlejohn, Christine Kelsey, Elaine Borakove, Deborah Webb, Susan Kelsey; and many close cousins, nieces, and nephews. Pamela's grandchildren were her life, light, and happiness. Her family was her number one priority. In her free time, Pamela was an avid reader and a gifted artist. Above all else, she treasured her Christian faith and her heart's passion was bringing people to know her Savior Jesus Christ.
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David LaPoma
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2020-03-23
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Debra Leuenberger (Mahar)
Graduation year:
1974
Deceased Date:
2007-11-09
Obituary:
Debra Leuenberger, of Owego, passed away unexpectedly Friday, November 9, 2007. She was predeceased by her father, John Mahar; and a friend, Ronald Brant. She is survived her children, Christina and Shannon McMurray, Timothy Leuenberger and Sandi Martin, Nichole Brant and Steven Morris; stepchildren, Ronald Brant, Jr., Sherry Ashwood; grandchildren, Morganne, Christian, Emma, James, Hunter, Kendra, Kassidi; mother, Mabel Mahar; two sisters, Sharon Pavesic, Diane Arnold; two brothers and sister-in-law, John Mahar, Jr., Rob and Theresa Mahar; several nieces, nephews, cousins; and her friend and roommate, Louise Johnson.
Debra Leuenberger, of Owego, passed away unexpectedly Friday, November 9, 2007. She was predeceased by her father, John Mahar; and a friend, Ronald Brant. She is survived her children, Christina and Shannon McMurray, Timothy Leuenberger and Sandi Martin, Nichole Brant and Steven Morris; stepchildren, Ronald Brant, Jr., Sherry Ashwood; grandchildren, Morganne, Christian, Emma, James, Hunter, Kendra, Kassidi; mother, Mabel Mahar; two sisters, Sharon Pavesic, Diane Arnold; two brothers and sister-in-law, John Mahar, Jr., Rob and Theresa Mahar; several nieces, nephews, cousins; and her friend and roommate, Louise Johnson.
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