Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Hancock, NY

Ruth G. Frederick

Ruth G. Frederick

Jan 25, 2021

Ruth Gay Frederick, 94, of Lakewood, PA, passed away on Monday, January 25, 2021. She was born on March 27, 1926, in Buffalo, NY to Owen W. and Ruth L. Gay. Ruth and her husband, Charles (Bud), met on a blind date in Lewisburg, PA, while she was a student at Bucknell University. They married and, in 1952, moved to...

Edythe M. Benson

Edythe M. Benson

Jan 23, 2021

Edythe Benson, 89, died peacefully on January 23rd, 2021 following years of declining health. Edythe was born in Hancock, New York on March 31st, 1931 to James and Katherine Mills. Raised on the family farm with her 5 siblings, Edythe enjoyed riding horses and working on the farm. She graduated from Hancock Central High School in 1949, remaining active through...

Daughn E. Linkroum

Daughn E. Linkroum

Jan 22, 2021

Daughn E. Linkroum, 98, of Hancock, NY, died on Friday, January 22, 2021 at the home of her daughter, Shiela, after a brief illness. She was born in Hancock, NY, on May 4, 1922, the daughter of Edwin and Alene (St. Mart) Burtch. Daughn was a member of the Hancock Baptist Church. Throughout her life she worked at Read Memorial...

Angela M. Weyrauch

Angela M. Weyrauch

Jan 21, 2021

Angela M. Weyrauch, 35, of Hancock, NY, died on Thursday, January 21, 2021. She was born on March 9, 1985 in Carbondale, PA, the daughter of James Weyrauch and Anna Badham. Angie was a proud laborer working for Laborers Local 785 for most of her life. She loved music, kayaking, softball, camping, and just being outdoors. Surviving are her 2...

Jeffery W. Davis

Jeffery W. Davis

Jan 19, 2021

Jeffery W. Davis, 47, of Tucson, Arizona, formerly of Hancock passed away on January 19, 2021. Jeffery was born July 8, 1973 to Walter and Kathleen Davis at Delaware Valley Hospital. His arrival was a special day for both parents and grandparents, Walt and Ann Davis, as well as Emory and Rita Branning. He was a loving and ever friendly...

Donald A. Dart

Donald A. Dart

Dec 31, 2020

On New Years Eve, Don left his home on earth and his loving family to start the new year with his eternal family. Don was born to Charles and Edna (Todd) Dart on August 29, 1945. On September 16, 1967, Don married his soul mate, Delores (Oles). Don was an Army Veteran, serving 3 years in Vietnam. He was a...

Loie P. Knight

Loie P. Knight

Dec 29, 2020

Loie Patricia Knight went to be with her Lord on December 29, 2020. She was 95 years old. Loie dedicated her life to serve God as a teenager. She completed studies to be a registered nurse in 1953. She was then sent to France through Baptist Mid Missions to spend a year learning the language. She then embarked a lifetime...

Florence L. Geer

Florence L. Geer

Dec 27, 2020

Florence L. Geer, 93, widow of Wilfred Geer, passed away December 27, 2020. She was born in Hancock, NY, on March 3, 1927. She was a lifelong resident of Hancock prior to her residency at the Hilltop Nursing Home in Johnson City, NY. Flowers were Florences lifelong enjoyment. She was the last charter member of the Delaware Valley Garden Club...

Joseph Walker

Joseph Walker

Dec 17, 2020

Joseph Walker, 79, passed away on Thursday, December 17, 2020 in Deposit, NY. Joe was born on April 3, 1941 in New York City; a son of the late Joe Walker and Gertrude (Swenson) Walker of East Branch, NY. He grew up with his four brothers and sister. Joe graduated from Downsville, NY High School in 1958. He graduated from...

Mary Mack

Mary Mack

Dec 15, 2020

Mary (Fudali) Mack, "Nan" and "Mancia", 91, of Hancock, passed away Tuesday December 15, 2020. She was born on July 27, 1929 in Mary D, PA to Michael and Anielia (Zabawa) Fudali. She is survived by her daughter, Cynthia Gill, grandson, Gregory and wife Jennifer Gill, granddaughter, Kristen and husband Josh Rice, great-granddaughters, Kaylee and Payten Gill, and Madilynn Gustin,...

Grace Tomaiolo

Grace Tomaiolo

Dec 11, 2020

Grace Tomaiolo, 91, of Hancock, NY, died on Friday, December 11, 2020 at Sullivan County Adult Care Center, Liberty, NY. She was born on February 14, 1929 in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of Francis and Maria DiMartino. Grace married Salvatore Tomaiolo on February 26, 1949 in Brooklyn, NY, and he predeceased her on December 18, 2013. She was a member...

Howard T. Cornell

Howard T. Cornell

Dec 9, 2020

Howard T. Cornell, 86, of Fishs Eddy, NY, died on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at Roscoe Nursing Home, Roscoe, NY. He was born on October 24, 1934 in Middlefield, NY, the son of Clyde and Inza (Whiting) Cornell. Howard married Doris E. Waterman on October 19, 1963 in Walden, NY. Throughout his life he worked for Penn Hardwood, Hancock, George...

John 'Jack' Joyce

John 'Jack' Joyce

Dec 5, 2020

John Edward Joyce, 86, of Equinunk PA passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2020 after an illness. He was born on November 11, 1934, in Binghamton, NY, the son of Irving Patrick and Edith (Furman) Joyce. Jack was a Marine Corps veteran, serving from 1953-1955. He worked as a draftsman and engineer, first at Bendix-Scintilla in Sidney, NY and then...

Gary P. Spry Jr.

Gary P. Spry Jr.

Dec 1, 2020

Gary P. Spry Jr. passed away December 1, 2020 from complications from lung issues. He leaves behind two children, Jordan (Madelyn) and Janelle, his father, Gary Sr., his three siblings, Clarissa (John) Terrell, Lisa (Shawn) Smith, and Bradley (Jackie) Spry, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his mother, Charlene, and his maternal and paternal grandparents. Gary enjoyed...

Maureen R. Muller

Maureen R. Muller

Nov 30, 2020

Maureen R. Muller, 73, of Hancock, NY, died on Monday, November 30, 2020 at Guthrie Cortland Medical Center, Cortland, NY, after an illness. She was born on January 5, 1947 in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of Clifford and Mary Bengston. Maureen married Richard A. Muller on May 10, 1986 and he predeceased her on March 31, 2016. She was employed...

David Rees Watkins

David Rees Watkins

Nov 30, 2020

David Rees Watkins, 73, of Starrucca, PA, passed away on November 30, 2020, peacefully at home after a brief illness. He was surrounded by his caring family. David was born on November 9, 1947, in Scranton, PA, to J. Haydn and Dorothy Blewett Watkins. David was a 1965 graduate of Scranton Tech High School. After graduation he moved to New...

Brian E. Ellis

Brian E. Ellis

Nov 26, 2020

Brian E. Ellis, born January 11, 1979, went on his next big adventure on November 26, 2020. He left behind his most prized "Homies" as he called them Roxy and Marley. Brian loved spending time with all his friends riding, going down the river, fishing, and having fun enjoying life. He will be missed by many for his kind, caring,...

Joyce Peters Bisbee

Joyce Peters Bisbee

Nov 15, 2020

Joyce Peters Bisbee, 87, of Hancock, NY, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Sunday, November 15, 2020 at Willow Point Nursing Home, Vestal, NY. Joyce was born on June 11, 1933, the daughter of Wilson Knighton and Maude (Realy) Peters. She married James "Jack" Conrad Bisbee on January 1, 1954 and they lived and raised their family in Hancock,...

Daniel A. Antidormi

Daniel A. Antidormi

Oct 10, 2020

Daniel A. Antidormi, 80, of Lakewood, PA, died on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at Wayne Woodlands Manor, Waymart, PA, after a brief illness. He was born on October 9, 1940 in The Bronx, NY, the son of Gilbert and Pierina Antidormi. Dan was a US Veteran. He was a member of Holy Name of Jesus Church, Otisville, NY, and St....

Russell J. Wormuth Sr.

Russell J. Wormuth Sr.

Oct 7, 2020

Russell John Wormuth, 71, of Lake Como, PA, died on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at home after an illness. He was born on December 1, 1948 in Hancock, NY, the son of Howard and Georgeanna (Stoutenberg) Wormuth. Russell was an Army Veteran, serving from 1969-1971. He worked his life as a truck driver and security guard. He enjoyed working the...