Obituary of Beverly Jane Porcari

Beverly Jane Porcari, 89, of Owego, NY passed away on April 29, 2022. She was born on July 12, 1932 to Harry and Marjorie Van Riper. Besides her parents, Beverly was predeceased by her husband of 56 years, Peter Porcari; son, John Porcari; grandson, Matthew Porcari; brothers, Charles and Donald Van Riper; sister, Ruth Relyea; brothers and sisters in law, Tony and Dorothy "Dot" Porcari and Mary and Halsey Schmidt. She is survived by her daughter, Susan Eschler and her fiancé, Steve Baker; her twin sister, Betty Goodrich; grandchildren, Tammy and JT Bouchard , Anthony Eschler, and Ethan Eschler; great-grandchildren, Tierney Walter, John Porcari, and Madison and Tyler Bouchard; as well as several nieces and nephews. Beverly worked as an aide and substitute teacher for Owego-Apalachin School District for many years. She was active in her community as a life member of the VFW Post #1371 Auxiliary, a member of the American Legion Post #401 Auxiliary and the Owego Fire Department Auxiliary and was also a devout member of St. Patrick's Church. When not assisting her community, Beverly could be found playing bingo at the Endicott Elks, bowling at Owego Bowl or playing cards with the girls. She enjoyed life and was deeply devoted to her family who will greatly miss her. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home, 15 Park Street, Owego, NY. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, May 5, 2022 at 10:00am at St. Patrick's Church, 300 Main Street, Owego, NY. Funeral services will be live streamed at www.emfaheyfuneralhome.com (click on Beverly's obituary). Burial will follow in the Parish cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Beverly's name to Owego Hose Teams, 461 E. Main Street, Owego, NY 13827. Condolences may be made to Beverly's family at www.emfaheyfuneralhome.com