Wright-Beard Funeral Home, Inc.

Wright-Beard Funeral Home, Inc. We are a family owned Funeral Home with a long standing tradition of serving all the needs of a dive The Wright Funeral Home was founded in 1898 by Elywn R.

Wright-Beard Funeral Home, Inc., is a vital care giving member of Cortland County. The Robert Beard Memorial Home was founded in 1891 by Robert Beard and carried on by his sons Karl and Ward Beard. In the 1940's Donald and Marjorie Beard joined the Beard Memorial Home. Wright and carried on by his son Earle Wright. In 1941 Earle Wright built the funeral home on 9 Lincoln Avenue. His son Lawrence W

right joined his father in 1949. Bruce Zeches joined the Earle W. Wright Funeral Home in 1963. In 1967 the two firms merged to become the Wright-Beard Funeral Home, Inc. Today Tim Zeches, Todd Zeches, Harold Pallone II, Larry Biviano, and Sean Whittin are committed to serving Cortland County with dignity and pride. Our Commitment:

Give superior personal service in a comfortable environment. Assist in the creation of meaningful, personalized tributes that commemorate life. Maintain comfortable, modern and clean facilities. Inform and explain the options, rights and regulations that pertain to the types of services that are available. Honor individual customs, religious beliefs, preferences and financial circumstances. Offer a wide range of service options and products at a fair price. Provide value to those we serve. Please let us know if we can be of any assistance to you.

607-756-2885

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04/20/2026

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Cynthia Kimbrough, born December 4, 1948, entered the kingdom of Heaven surrounded by her family, on Saturday April 18, 2026. She is predeceased by her parents Howard (Phyllis) Sherman Jr., and Charlotte (Frances) Treacy, her siblings Yvonne Hitchcock, Beverly Smith, Sylvia Hammond, Tim Sherman and....

04/14/2026

Richard Tupper, 76, of Cortland, NY, passed away on April 12, 2026. Born on April 24, 1949, to the late Edwin and Betty Sheen Tupper, Richard was a lifelong resident of Cortland and a man deeply devoted to his family, his community, and his faith. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brothe...

04/14/2026

In Loving Memory of Donald Gorman Donald Gorman, 86, of Syracuse, NY, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and an incredible impact on everyone he met. Born on March 8, 1940, Donald lived a life defined by fierce, unwavering love and a deep commitment to helping others. Donald share...

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04/10/2026

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Kevin B. Phelps, 75, was born November 2, 1950 in Brattleboro VT, died on April 2, 2026 at Cortland Park. He spent much of his life in Cortland, he attended Cortland Schools and was employed at the JM Murray Center. Kevin was one of the first residents of the Friendship House; where he had lived for...

04/08/2026

Margaret Menshouse, age 77, born on June 17, 1948, of Cortland, NY, passed away at 11:06pm on Tuesday April 7, 2026. Maragret worked primarily as a nurse for over 30 years in both private care and at the Cortland Memorial Hospital. She was a loving mother, wife, and friend, who cared for many over t...

03/30/2026

Michael Johnson, 62, of Cortland, NY passed away on Wednesday March 25, 2026. He was born on April 26, 1963, the son of the late Walter and Janet Johnson. Michael was a loving father, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend. In his free time, he enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a farmer...

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03/26/2026

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Janet Ann Alexander, 90, of Cortland, New York, passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 22, 2026. She was born on January 8, 1936, in Cortland, New York, to Harry A. Marks, Jr. and Alice Louise Peck. Janet was a hardworking woman who dedicated many years to Smith Corona in both Groton and Cortl...

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