Obituary of Eleanor T. Bean

BEAN, Eleanor T. Age 103 of Binghamton and formerly longtime resident of Erin passed away peacefully at JGJ Nursing Home n Johnson City on Sat. Mar 25, 2017. She was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Harold Bean, her brothers, Gilbert, Howard and Richard Taylor and son Peter Bean in 2012. Eleanor is survived by her daughter, Sue and Richard Giannini of Windsor, NY and daughter-in-law, Joan Bean of Orlando, FL; Grandchildren, Steve (Sally) Giannini , Ellen (Jon) Weiss, Lisa (Michael) Spangler, Jennifer (Martin) Whelan, Daniel (Amy) Bean and David (Jessica) Bean; Nephew, Howard (Kathy) Taylor and twelve great grandchildren. Eleanor was a longtime resident of Erin, member of Erin United Methodist Church and former treasurer there. Eleanor loved being surrounded by her friends and family, having people visit and stay over at her home. She had a wonderful sense of humor, and an amazing laugh. For the past several years, she has resided at United Methodist Homes, Hilltop Campus, first in assisted living and then for the past few years in the nursing home. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home 413 S. Main St. Horseheads on Fri Mar. 31, 2017 from 12:00 noon-2:00 pm. Her service will be celebrated in the funeral home at the conclusion of calling hours at 2:00 pm. with burial service to follow in Scotchtown Cemetery in Erin. Special thanks to all the administration, staff and nurses for the special care and consideration they have given Eleanor and her family. Condolence at www.barberfuneralhome.com