The Obituary Section

Michael Canestaro Jr.

, New York

March 27, 2026

Michael James Canestaro Jr. 84 of Endicott NY passed away on March 28 2026.Born in Cortland NY Michael lived a distinguished and purposeful life marked by professional dedication intellectual curiosity and a deep commitment to his family. He was a graduate of Broome Tech and Elmira College. Michael worked at Corning Glass Works for two years prior to his long career at IBM Endicott where he devoted 29 years as a chemical engineer and earned 14 patents. Michael was formerly married to Bettye Stewart Canestaro. He is survived by his three sons Michael Canestaro III Kristen John Canestaro Karyn and Christopher Canestaro Leah. He was the proud grandfather Papa of five grandchildren Andrea Lena Annabelle William and Amanda. Michael possessed a creative spirit and a great sense of humor. He enjoyed producing content on YouTube including his widely viewed videoStuck Up with Contact Cement. At the request of the deceased…

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Tosha Dashette Love

, New York

It is with great sadness that the family of Tosha Love of Binghamton NY announces Toshas passing on Wednesday April 1 2026. Tosha is survived by her daughters Joquet Love and Suquaya Miles and son Qutaris Love. Grandchildren Kamora Trevino Prince Trevino Tchai L. Alford Grayson McCants and Aseyon Love. Siblings Robert Adrian Wilson Saadia Wilson Barbara Santiago Damita Wilson Natra Wilson and Qievia Wilson. She was predeceased by her parents James E. Love and Saundra E. Fields and her brother Darrick Wilson. Tosha will also be missed by a host of other nieces nephews and cousins. A private family viewing was held on Friday April 3 2026 at 1100 am at Hopler Eschbach Funeral Home 483 Chenango Street Binghamton NY. A celebration of life is in planning and will be announced at a later date.

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David F Haines Sr

, New York

Dave 88 was the son of Pearl and Karl Haines. He was predeceased by his wife of 63 years Mary Jane Roosa Haines and his 7 siblings. Dave graduated from UnionEndicott High School in 1955 where he was a member of the Future Farmers of America. He also belonged to the Road Ravens Car Club. He married the love of his life only 6 days after she turned 18. Together they attended the sports and other activities of their children grandchildren nieces nephews and cousins. They journeyed to all 50 states as well as to Canada the Caribbean and Ireland. Dave belonged to Square Deal Rod and Gun Club and was a lifetime NRA member. He was an avid Yankees fan. Dave was employed by Laceys as a delivery driverrepairman OBrien Oil as an oil burner repairman and IBM Loral and Lockheed Martin as a machine operator and powerhouse worker.…

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Ralph S Hudak

, New York

Ralph retired from Broome Transit concluding his career with the steady dedication and reliability for which he was known. Ralph enjoyed spending time with his family and he valued the moments shared together. He also took pride in his personal interests especially ham radio and riding his tractor. Ralph was preceded in death by his parents Ralph Vivian Hudak and his brothers Mark Rodney Hudak. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years Bettina Hudak his children Heather Sparling Andrew Hudak Janis and Nicholas Hudak his grandchildren Alicia Sean AJ Tyler CJ Nadia and several nieces nephews and cousins. At Ralphs request there will be no funeral services. A Celebration of his Life will be held at a later date. When you optout your preferences are applied on a browser and device basis and you will need to set your preferences for each browser and device you use…

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