All Obituaries

It is with great sadness that we announce Jesse Ray Bussard, age 69, of Horseheads, NY, died unexpectedly Saturday morning, April 15th, at his home.  Jesse was born to Charlotte (Slim) and Walter Bussard in Santa Ana, CA, in January 1954.  He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Anne, and their two sons, Matthew Ernest of Horseheads and Jason Alexander and Jason’s wife Angel and their two children James MacArthur and Autumn Rose of Orchard Park, NY.  He is also...

Mildred Elaine Swan, age 72, died on March 5th, 2023. Mildred was born in Elmira, NY, on July 18th, 1950, to the late James T. Paul, and the late Addie E. Terry. She was predeceased by brothers, Orean Lee Terry, Jr., and James T. Paul, III; sisters, Diane E. Simpson, and Marsha E. Terry. Her legacy lives on in her children, Anthony D. (Victoria) Swan, and Lakisha L. Swan; grandchildren, Anthony J. Swan, Jerod Gaskins, Tatyahna M. Swan, Ameera N. Swan, Jamal T. Mack, Shamel T. Swan, Anthony...

Floriett C. Herman, age 89, of Elmira, NY, passed away on March 2nd, 2023. She was predeceased by her husband, Sheldon J. Herman; and her sister, Shirley Gersony. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Ronald and Kathy Herman of Elmira, NY; her daughter and son-in-law, Joan and Kevin Kelly of Boynton Beach, FL; two grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. A GRAVESIDE SERVICE WILL BE HELD ON SUNDAY, MARCH 5TH, 2023, AT 11AM IN FRANKLIN ST. CEMETERY, ELMIRA. RABBI DR. OREN Z....

Richard Vito Liotino passed away early Sunday, morning January 22nd, 2023. He was a true gift to our hearts and lives. We shared so many memories growing up as a family. Our dear brother had just turned 55 on January 10th. What a blessing it was that we all were able to share this beautiful day with him. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family just a short time afterwards. Rick is survived by his sons, Joseph (Kayla) Liotino, and Anthony Liotino; grandchildren, Natalie and Emma...

Norman A. “Norm” Peterson, age 75, formerly of Euclid Ave., died on Saturday, January 14th, 2023. FRIENDS MAY CALL AT THE BAKER FAMILY FUNERAL HOME ON MONDAY, JANUARY 23RD, 2023, FROM 12PM TO 1PM WITH SERVICES IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING AT 1PM; REV. SUSAN HUSTED OFFICIATING. INTERMENT WILL FOLLOW IN WOODLAWN CEMETERY. He was predeceased by his parents, Eric and Cynthia Peterson; and brother, Raymond. Norman is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Susan and Thomas Lynough of...

Joan Essick Woloson After a long and full life, Joan Essick Woloson, 85, of West Elmira, NY, died on January 11th, 2023, at Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility in Montour Falls. She was predeceased by her father, Frank Clinton Essick; and her mother, Mildred Stevens Essick. She is survived by her son, Atty. Blake K. Woloson (Melissa Kerr) of Fredericksburg, VA; her daughter, Prof. Wendy A. Woloson (David Miller) of Philadelphia, PA. Joan was born in Burlington, VT, on August 3rd,...

After enjoying life for 93 years, Irvin M. Appel passed away peacefully on 12/28/2022 in Palm Beach, Florida. Although he might be best remembered for his sense of humor, Irv truly had many other admirable attributes. His intelligence, communication skills and work ethic enabled him to succeed as an officer in the Air Force and as an executive at Thatcher Glass. His generous soul, commitment to community and compassion resulted in his not only being elected to many local boards, but also to...

Stephen J. Kondrk, (June 5th, 1944- December 17th, 2022) age 78, passed away after a recent illness. A life-long resident of Elmira, Steve was known for his business, Kondrk Plumbing & Heating. He was predeceased by his wife, Jo-Ann H. Kondrk. Steve is survived by his son, Michael; daughters, Stephanie and Margaret; and numerous grandchildren. PRIVATE SERVICES AND INTERMENT WILL BE HELD AT THE CONVENIENCE OF THE FAMILY. www.bakerfamilyfuneralhome.com

  David Russell Mix, age 58, of Elmira NY, loving and beloved brother and uncle, died unexpectedly on Thursday, December 1st, 2022; predeceased by his parents, Patricia B. Mix and Erving R. Mix, both in 2007. Survivors include brother, Stephen W. Mix of Elmira; sister and brother-in-law, Janet M. (William) Fraatz; of Lacey; WA; former sister-in-law, Mary Mix of Elmira; nephews, Michael Mix of Brighton CO, Christopher Mix of Broomfield, CO, C. Thomas Fraatz of Canton, NY, and Jonathan...

Harris Robert “Bob” Rees died on November 28th, 2022, at Elcor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Horseheads, NY. He was 94 years old.  Bob was born on November 24th, 1928, in Elmira, NY, where he lived most of his life.  He was the son of Arthur E. and Esther P. Rees.  He was predeceased by his only son, Robert H. Rees. Surviving are his daughters, Susan R. Van Asdale (Gary) of Pensacola, FL, and Elizabeth P. Rees of Louisville, OH. Also surviving are his...