All Obituaries

Jeffrey (Jeff) Kahn, 59, passed away on June 13, after a short, untimely illness.  Jeff is survived by Rebecca, his devoted wife of nearly 15 years, and his son Gabriel, 29. He is predeceased by his parents Frances and David Kahn.  Jeff was known for his sardonic humor, brilliant intellect, astute political commentary, authenticity, loyalty and integrity. Jeff is one of the few who can say he lived out his dream. He devoted 21 years as owner of Cyber Café West. Cyber was far...

Teofilo Bawas of Binghamton, NY was a caring husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He left this world suddenly on June 1, 2021 at age 97. He was born in Sison, Pangasinan Province, Philippines on December 25, 1923. As a policeman and then also a minister for the United Methodist Church; Teofilo met his first wife of 46 years, Regina. Together, they had 4 children: Tito, Rebecca, Remegia, and Teofilo Jr. Teofilo is also survived by his loving wife Delia Bawas, and children...

Dr. Richard H. Fischer, of Apalachin, Richard Fischer was born in 1932 to Mildred and Albert Fischer.  Raised in the Bronx, NYC, he attended DeWitt Clinton High School, NYU and the Philadelphia School of Optometry.  He practiced optometry in Binghamton, NY for 63 years.  He is survived by a son, Bradley Fischer, daughter Lori Fischer, three grandchildren and a great grandchild.  He is also survived by Constance Fischer of Dallas Center, Iowa, as well as his dear good...

  Marie H. Caffrey, 87, of Endicott, New York passed away Tuesday morning, 11 days shy of her 88th birthday, comfortably in her own home surrounded by her loving family. Marie was born on May 29th, 1933, in Peckville, PA to Alex and Pauline Poplarchick. Marie is predeceased by her loving husband of 65 years, Paul, her brothers, Edward, and Thomas, as well as her sister, Alice. Marie is survived by her daughters, MaryAnn (Joseph) Fritsch and Joyce (Leonard) Mantei, granddaughters, Sarah...

Obituary of Clarence “Hocky” Hotchkiss Clarence Francis “Hocky” Hotchkiss III passed away 4/24/21 at the age of 92. His family was everything, his love, unconditional! He is predeceased by: his parents, Clarence F. Hotchkiss Jr. and Alice Ballard Hotchkiss, his lovely wife of 67 years, Edna May Crane Hotchkiss, his son, Scott Hotchkiss, his sister and brother-in-law, Sally and Warren “Rock” Rockwell, and two Nephews, Benjamin Raugh and Roderick...

Hazel (Ginger) Lasher-Smith, 81, of Endicott, passed away on March 24, 2021. She was met at the gates by her son Robert Williams, Jr. her beloved father Ervin K. Lasher and her brother Richard E. Lasher. She is survived by her children; Michelle Lovblom (TX), Kimberly Molyneaux (C0), Kathryn (Clint) Muggeo-Densmore (Endicott), Tonya McNeese (MS0, Tammy Kendrick (MS), and Keith Smith (GA), also 20 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. She was proud of all her children and their...

SAUL LEVIN (July 13, 1921-March 4, 2021) Chandler, AZ, formerly of Vestal, NY.  Saul Levin passed away peacefully at home on March 4, of extreme old age.  His wife of 70 years, Ruth, was at his side. Saul was born in Chicago, the son of Nathan S. Levin and Rose (Finkel) Levin.  From childhood, he showed a talent for learning languages, and developed interests in history, the natural world, birdwatching, and classical music that he maintained throughout his life.  He...

Helen Kurilecz of Binghamton, NY Helen was summoned by the Lord on February 17, 2021, after a prolonged stay at United Methodist facilities at Hill Top. She was predeceased by her parents John and Paraska Kurilecz; her brothers John and Joseph and her sister Mary. She is survived by her faithful cousin Karen Oranchak Desmond, her long-time friend Nancy Vaughn and special friends; Patrick Hurley, Edward Lakomec, and Mary Ann Smilnak; also many loving cousins and friends.  A graduate of...

Douglas (Doug) H. Engard, 68, of Port Crane, passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2021.  He is predeceased by his parents, Harold & Grace (Felske) Engard, and is survived by his three daughters, three sisters, four grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and many friends. He was an avid sports fan, rooting for the Minnesota Vikings and watching NASCAR, enjoyed the outdoors, including camping and hunting, and loved animals. Private arrangements are being made by the family. In...

Douglas (Doug) H. Engard, 68, of Port Crane, passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2021.  He is predeceased by his parents, Harold & Grace (Felske) Engard, and is survived by his three daughters, three sisters, four grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and many friends. He was an avid sports fan, rooting for the Minnesota Vikings and watching NASCAR, enjoyed the outdoors, including camping and hunting, and loved animals. Private arrangements are being made by the family. In...