Michael Jon Durkee Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Michael Jon Durkee of Elmira, New York, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Michael left this world on February 26, 2026 at the age of 70, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William Durkee and Charlotte Nixon Durkee. He is survived by: his wife Debra Bowes-Durkee; his stepdaughter Jessica Kennedy; his son Mitchell Durkee; his brother Stephen Durkee (Pauline); his nephews, Kevin and Brian; his siblings-in-law, Steven Bowes (Wendy) and Susan Bowes; and his grandchildren, Cierra, Aedan and Madelyn Durkee.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in his memory to: Chemung County Humane Society, 2435 State Route 352 Elmira, NY 14903 and Care First NY 3805 Meads Creek Road Painted Post, NY 14870.
