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Larry L. Rice

Larry L. Rice

Feb 14, 2026

Larry L. Rice

Age 78, of Elmira, NY passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026. He was born in Elmira, NY on November 25, 1947, to the late Paul F. and Thelma Rice. Larry was predeceased by his sisters, Nadine Bishop and her husband, George and Dawn Cornwell and brother, Tom Rice and his wife Barbara and canine companion “Happy” that...

Robert L. Beeman

Robert L. Beeman

Jan 30, 2026

Robert L. Beeman, "Lee", passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026 at the age of 77.

Lee was born on September 27, 1948 to Robert H. and Betty L. (Brink) Beeman in Elmira, NY. He was predeceased by his parents, wife of 24 years, Carolyn (Wheeler) Beeman, brother Lawrence "Larry" Beeman, and sister, Shirley Sopka. He is survived by his...

Colleen Cook

Colleen Cook

Jan 24, 2026

Colleen R. Cook

of Elmira, NY, passed away unexpectedly on January 24, 2026. Her passing left the world feeling louder, messier, and far less organized without her steering the ship. Colleen was a fiercely devoted mother and the unshakable backbone of her six children: Christopher Uncapher, Jonathan Cook (Marion Horton), Heather Cook, Kristin Cook (Craig David III), Ashley Cook, and Daniel...

Richard Keagle

Richard Keagle

Jan 22, 2026

Richard Lawrence (Larry or Grumps to his grandchildren) Keagle

Born: January 21, 1937

Died: January 22, 2026

Son of Cameron Clare and Anna Elizabeth (Moses) Keagle. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Bernice Caroline (Freeman) Keagle, brother, John Charles Keagle, sister, Nancy O’Shaunessy, and daughter Karen Bea Sweet-Axley. He is survived by his son Charles Christian (Rebecca J.) Keagle in...

Dorothy Wandell

Dorothy Wandell

Jan 18, 2026

Dorothy L. Wandell

Age 84, of Elmira, NY passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility in Elmira surrounded by her loving family. Dorothy was born on June 6, 1941, in Elmira, to the late Victor and Agnes (Kagenski) Janeski. Dorothy was also predeceased by her husband, Richard of 60 years, and her brothers; Floyd,...

Mark Campbell

Mark Campbell

Jan 13, 2026

Mark Campbell, 48, of Elmira, New York, passed away on January 13, 2026, in his hometown. Born on October 26, 1977, in Elmira, Mark spent his life surrounded by the people he loved. Mark was known for his ever-present smile and the wholehearted love he gave to his family and friends. He found great peace in the outdoors and cherished...

Solomon Morgan Jr.

Solomon Morgan Jr.

Jan 10, 2026

Solomon Morgan Jr.

Age 69, passed away due to a long illness on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Solomon was born on August 24, 1956, in Elmira, NY. He was predeceased by his parents, Solomon Sr. and Vivion (Odom) Morgan. brother, Glenn Odom and his sister, Geri (Odom) Potter. Survivors left to cherish his memory are his wife of 39 years,...

Patricia Allen

Patricia Allen

Jan 2, 2026

Patricia Ann Allen, age 84, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly on January 2, 2026, at Arnot Ogden Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Patricia was born on March 29, 1941, in Elmira, New York, the daughter of James and Elma Donovan.

She is survived by her three daughters: Kathleen Allen; Kelly Allison and her husband, Ed; and Kimberly Skay and...

Eleanor Bauman

Eleanor Bauman

Jan 1, 2026

Eleanor (Burns) Bauman, Age 85, of Elmira, NY, passed away peacefully at home on January 1, 2026. She was predeceased by her husband of 67 years, Douglas Bauman, parents Tom and Ruth Burns, siblings Tom Burns Jr., Carl Burns, Ed Winnie, Genevieve (Ruthie) Cooper, Eugene Burns, son-in-law Warren Schuyler, daughter-in-law Alice Bauman and great, great grandson DeAntre Abner. Eleanor is...

Connie Rogers

Connie Rogers

Jan 1, 2026

Connie Lee Manuel Rogers

Age 46, of Elmira, NY passed away on January 1, 2026 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. Connie was born in Sayre, PA on December 14, 1979. She was the daughter of George and Rachel (Degrandmaison) Manuel. Connie was employed with Rynone Granite Manufacturing in Wavery, NY. She was a faithful Dallas Cowboys fan,...

Barbara Good

Barbara Good

Dec 28, 2025

Good, Barbara A.

Age 81, of Horseheads, NY, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at Elcor Health Services. She was born on July 5, 1944, in Corning, NY to the late Ralph and Doris (Price) Good. She was predeceased by her brothers, Gene and William Good. Barbara is survived by her longtime companion, Charles Jochem; children, Kenneth Good, Stephen Good,...

Sylvia Wilcox

Sylvia Wilcox

Dec 25, 2025

Wilcox, Sylvia L.

Age 62, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025. She was born in Elmira, NY on October 22, 1963, to the late Glyn and Ethel Wilcox Sr. Sylvia was predeceased by her brother, Glyn Wilcox Jr. and sister, Marion Lewis. She is survived by her children, Marilyn (Dennis) Ross, Jill Kingsbury and Ernest Kingsbury III;...

David Finnell

David Finnell

Dec 23, 2025

On December 23, 2025, David E. Finnell of Emira, New York passed away at the age of 71 years, 10 months, and 2 days. He was born on February 21, 1954, also in Elmira, New York where he lived until he went to college in West Virginia. There he earned a bachelor’s degree in political science which he used while...

Betty Wood

Betty Wood

Nov 27, 2025

Betty Wood

November 29, 1934 – November 27, 2025

Betty Wood, 90, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2025, just two days shy of her 91st birthday. Born on November 29, 1934, Betty lived a long, full life marked by love, resilience, and deep devotion to her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, and her beloved children Kathy,...

Roy Barber Sr.

Roy Barber Sr.

Nov 21, 2025

Roy Barber Sr.,



Age 91, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025, in Elmira, New York. Roy was born on April 1, 1934, in Washington Township, Pennsylvania. Roy lived a long and full life marked by dedication to his family, service to his country, and a deep commitment to his community.





Roy proudly served in the United...

Geraldine Clark

Geraldine Clark

Nov 21, 2025

Clark, Geraldine L.

Age 96, passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. She was born on June 2, 1929, in Elmira, NY to the late Henry and Emma (Conklin) Cook. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Clark, granddaughter, Alicia Hoover, daughter-in-law, Karen Brewster and 7 sisters and 4 brothers. Geraldine is survived by her...

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