Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Hancock, NY

Vaughn Warfield

Vaughn Warfield

Jul 11, 2024

Vaughn Warfield, 79, of East Branch, NY, died on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at Wilson Medical Center after a brief illness. He was born on May 9, 1945 in Hancock, NY, the son of Merle L. and Jessie S. (Peterson) Warfield.

Vaughn married Jean Gummoe on June 15, 1967 and she predeceased him on June 20, 2014....

Donna Marie Buchanan

Donna Marie Buchanan

Jul 6, 2024

Donna Marie Buchanan, 74, of Hancock, NY, passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024 at the home of her son, Daniel. She was born on February 10, 1950 in Long Eddy, NY, the daughter of Lavern and Anna (Coddington).

Surviving are 2 sons, Daniel (Michelle) and Vern (Dawn); 8 grandchildren: Daniel, Danielle, Zuri, Willow, Anna, Robyn, Ashley,...

Charles Philip Faigle

Charles Philip Faigle

Jun 25, 2024

Charles Philip "Phil" Faigle, Starlight, PA, passed away on June 25th, 2024, at Ellen Memorial Nursing Home. He was 92.

Born February 1, 1932, as the fifth of eight children near Winterdale, PA, Phil was predeceased by his parents, "Herb" and Gwen Faigle, along with his brothers, Keith and Wilbur Faigle; and his sisters, Lois Kulesza and...

George "Scotty" Clanton

George "Scotty" Clanton

Jun 16, 2024

George Scott Clanton was born in Astoria, Queens on January 6, 1941, and left us on June 16, 2024. He was the only child of Edith Todd Clanton and William Clanton. Shortly after graduating from William Cullen Bryant HS, he joined the U.S. Marines.

George worked as a serviceman at General Electric, as well as a skilled...

Florence R. Vitale

Florence R. Vitale

Jun 13, 2024

Florence "Flo" Possemato Vitale walked into the arms of her Lord on June 13, 2024, 23 days before her 100th birthday.

She was born on July 6, 1924 to T. Elizabeth (DeSerio) and Rocco Possemato in Cadosia, NY.

On April 21, 1946 she married her high school sweetheart and the love of her life Rocco...

George S. Polomcean Jr.

George S. Polomcean Jr.

Jun 8, 2024

George Stephen Polomcean Jr. passed away into heaven on June 8, 2024. He was born on November 25, 1944 to George Sr. and Dorothy Polomcean of East Branch, NY.

George was a devoted father, lover of life, and an extremely hard worker. He loved his family and was often selfless throughout his lifetime. George was employed at...

Bonnie L. Mason

Bonnie L. Mason

Jun 4, 2024

Bonnie Lee Mason, age 69, a beloved figure of Walton, NY, sadly left our world on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, while being cared for and comforted by her grandson PJ and wife Taytum and under the care of hospice.

Preceded in death by her parents Jesse and Juanita (Monk) Mason, sisters Diane Bojo and Jessie Ann Chapman,...

Karl E. Schrier

Karl E. Schrier

May 22, 2024

Karl E. Schrier, 87, of Hancock, NY, died on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at Wilson Medical Center after an unexpected brief illness. He was born in Hancock, NY, on the family farm, on June 26, 1936, the son of Karl I. and Athelia (Allen) Schrier.

Karl loved the woods and loved being outside on his tractor. He...

Robert Gorshack

Robert Gorshack

May 1, 2024

Robert J. Gorshack, 83, of Deposit, NY, died on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at Valley View Nursing Home, Norwich, NY. He was born on June 14, 1940 in Hancock, NY, the son of John and Marian (Pendell) Gorshack.

Robert was a US Army Veteran. He worked for the Celotex Corporation for many years in Deposit eventually retiring...

Wayne Lawrence Faigle

Wayne Lawrence Faigle

Apr 24, 2024

Wayne Lawrence Faigle, affectionately known as Poppy, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Born to Herbert Lawrence Faigle, who survives him, and Olive Jane Faigle, who preceded him in death, Wayne was a beacon of compassion and humor in the lives of all who knew him.

A proud veteran, Wayne served in the U.S....

Christopher Whitney

Christopher Whitney

Apr 23, 2024

Christopher A. Whitney, 66, of Deposit, NY, died suddenly on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at home. He was born on July 18, 1957 in Johnson City, NY, the son of Brice and Ruth (Peaslee) Whitney.

Chris was a veteran, serving 4 years in the US Marine Corps and 12 years in the US Army.

Surviving...

Charles D. Curtis

Charles D. Curtis

Apr 20, 2024

Charles (Charlie) D. Curtis, 89 of Pleasant Mount, PA died peacefully on April 20, 2024 at Forest City Nursing and Rehab Center.

Charlie was born on December 18, 1934 to the late Henry and Grace Curtis. He grew up on the family farm in Curtis Valley and proudly continued farming until his semi-retirement in 2021. Charlie was...

Donald Herman

Donald Herman

Apr 18, 2024

Donald Herman, 86, of Binghamton, NY, went to be with the Lord on April 18, 2024.  He was born December 3, 1937, in Meadowbrook, NY to Peter and Mildred (Kane) Herman.  He graduated in 1955 from Preston High School. Don joined the US Navy shortly after graduation and served for 4 years.

Donald was pre-deceased by his...

Olive Faigle

Olive Faigle

Apr 18, 2024

Olive Jane "Pussy" Holbert Faigle, born on April 22, 1925, peacefully passed away at the age of 98 on April 18, 2024, at Barnes & Kasson Hospital, surrounded by love.

Olive was married to Herbert Lawrence "Larry" Faigle for 82 wonderful years. She is survived by Larry, their children Wayne Faigle and his wife Deborah "Mina" Faigle,...

James Misner

James Misner

Apr 16, 2024

James Misner, 85, of Wilton, CT, died on April 16, 2024 at home after an illness. He was born on March 14, 1939 to Earl and Anna Misner.

Jim started his career with 4 years in the US Air Force, including an overseas tour. He had top security clearance. Following discharge from the service, he spent many...

Esther R. Bass

Esther R. Bass

Apr 15, 2024

Esther R. Bass, 98, of Hancock, NY, died on Monday, April 15, 2024 at Guthrie Lourdes Hospital, Binghamton, NY, after a brief illness. Esther was born on March 4, 1926 in Archbald, PA, the daughter of Walter and Ethel (Hanstine) Black.

Esther always had dreams to become a nurse. In her teenage years, she became ill and...

Clarence Ebert

Clarence Ebert

Apr 13, 2024

Clarence (Buster) Ebert of Deposit NY, passed away at home peacefully with family by his side on April 13, 2024, at age 77.

Words cannot fully express the impact Clarence (Buster) Ebert had on those around him during his time in Deposit, NY, and Middletown, NY. Born on January 4, 1947, his presence brought light and joy...

Vicki A Kapschar

Vicki A Kapschar

Apr 7, 2024

Vicki A. Kapschar, 53, of Lakewood, PA, died on Sunday, April 7, 2024 after an illness at Wilkes Barre General Hospital. She was born on April 27, 1970 the daughter of Michael and Eleanor (Squires) Kapschar.

Vicki enjoyed arts and crafts and picking berries with her Aunt Nellie. She was an animal lover.

Surviving are...

James M. Hutton Iii

James M. Hutton Iii

Apr 4, 2024

James "Jim" Mercer Hutton III

December 16, 1942 - April 4, 2024

James Mercer Hutton III, 81, beloved partner and cherished father died Thursday, April 4, 2024 peacefully in his home in Hancock, New York, surrounded by loved ones.

Born in Miami, Florida, Jim spent his formative years in Hancock, NY. He graduated...

Sharon D. English

Sharon D. English

Mar 12, 2024

Sharon D. English, 83, of Fishs Eddy, NY, died on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 after an illness. She was born on August 30, 1940 in Hancock, NY, the daughter of Theodore and Virginia (Grant) Darling. Sharon married Harvey D. English Jr. on December 21, 1957 at the Hancock Baptist Church.

Sharon was an animal lover and especially...