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 Wright 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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02/20/2026

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Frances Maria Bonarti (Fran), born Frances Maria Gruber, passed away on November 20, 2025, in Perugia, Italy, at the age of 80, following an accidental fall in Assisi while on a Jubilee pilgrimage. Her passing leaves a deep sense of loss among her family, friends, former students, and the many commu...

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02/19/2026

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Stephen M. Kalilec, 73, of Cortland, NY, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026. Born on March 14, 1953, in Montreal, Canada, Stephen was the son of the late Fred and Nadine Zdasiuk Kalilec. He was also predeceased by his beloved brother Victor. He carried his love for Montreal with him throughout...

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02/13/2026

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Michael Foote Sr. Born March 7, 1952, Mike was called home to be with the Lord on February 12, 2026. He had his brother Mark Foote and sister Diane Gutchess at his bedside. Michael was an avid Chief football fan and no matter what their rank was, he supported them totally. Mike loved being outdoors....

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01/21/2026

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Miriam Lois (Robinson) Phenes went to be with her Lord and Savior January 17, 2026. Surviving are her children Sharon, NY, Robert (Donna), FL, David (Barbara), NY, and Debra, NY, five grandchildren and one great grandchild. She was predeceased by her husband Reverend Robert Phenes. Miriam was born w...

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