Obituaries

Janet M. (Rydelek) Petrocci

Janet M. (Rydelek) Petrocci

Sep 19, 2024

Janet M. (Rydelek) Petrocci, 86, of Lakeland, passed away on September 19, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of faith in God, love, and devotion to family. Born on April 22, 1938, to Mary and Frank Rydelek, Sr., she was a graduate of Solvay High School. Throughout her life, she held various positions, including an administrative role at P&C Warehouse. 

A woman...

Erin Kathleen Cutler

Erin Kathleen Cutler

Sep 11, 2024

Erin Kathleen Cutler, 36, of Syracuse, passed away on Wednesday at Upstate University Hospital. A proud graduate of Westhill High School, she went on to attend Onondaga Community College, laying the foundation for a dedicated and fulfilling career. For the past 12 years, she worked as a housekeeper at Syracuse University, where she was known for her strong work ethic,...

Lorraine J. (Smilgin) Spadaro

Lorraine J. (Smilgin) Spadaro

Sep 9, 2024

Lorraine J. (Smilgin) Spadaro, 92, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Monday at Iroquois Nursing Home. A communicant of Holy Family Church, she dedicated her life to her family as a devoted stay-at-home mom. Lorraine’s vibrant interests spanned from the intellectual pastime of reading and crossword puzzles to the excitement of board and card games. She also enjoyed playing Bingo...

Sandra "Sandy" Blouin

Sandra "Sandy" Blouin

Sep 8, 2024

Sandra “Sandy” Blouin, 85, of Skaneateles, passed away Sunday at Upstate University Hospital. Born in New Haven, CT, on December 11, 1938, she led a life of compassion, determination, and love for her family and community.

Sandy earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from the University of Connecticut and began her career as a home care nurse in Connecticut. After moving...

John F. Renzi

John F. Renzi

Sep 4, 2024

John F. Renzi, 67, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Wednesday at Strong Memorial Hospital. A proud graduate of Henninger High School, he dedicated over a decade to running his company, Design Concepts and Enterprises, LLC, having previously worked at B.G. Sulzle. John’s passion for sports was evident in his love for NASCAR, where he was an ardent fan of...

Judith Susan Beverine

Judith Susan Beverine

Sep 4, 2024

Judith Susan Beverine, 82, of Syracuse, passed away Wednesday at Loretto Health and Rehabilitation. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, she was a graduate of Onondaga Valley Academy and received an associate degree from St. Joseph’s Nursing School. Judith was employed by Van Duyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing as an LPN for over 20 years, and previously with...

Robert P. Steves

Robert P. Steves

Sep 2, 2024

Robert Steves, 85, of Camillus, passed away Monday, September 2, 2024, at Loretto Health and Rehabilitation. A lifelong resident of the Syracuse area, he graduated from Solvay High School in 1957 before continuing his education at Syracuse University, where he earned a Master’s degree in Social Work. Robert also pursued theological studies at St. Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry....

Eugene A. Allen

Eugene A. Allen

Sep 1, 2024

Eugene A. Allen, 99, of Camillus, passed away Sunday at The Cottages at Garden Grove. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, he was a graduate of Christian Brothers Academy and the Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point. Eugene was a veteran of WWII. He was self-employed as a manufacturer’s representative with Alla Company. 

Eugene was predeceased by his wife, Clara,...

Michele (Moffatt) Borell

Michele (Moffatt) Borell

Aug 30, 2024

Michele (Moffatt) Borell, 74, of Solvay, passed away peacefully Friday after a long and courageous battle with ALS, surrounded by her loving family. She was known for her kindness, warmth, and dedication to her family and community.

Michele was a lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, where she attended Corcoran High School, graduating in 1968. 

After completing her education, Michele embarked on...

Henry J. Trembley

Henry J. Trembley

Aug 22, 2024

Henry J. Trembley, 94, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Thursday at the Syracuse VA Medical Center. Born and raised in Southbridge, Massachusetts, he moved to Syracuse in 1978.

A proud and dedicated veteran, Henry served in the United States Air Force for 21 years, bravely participating in both the Korean and Vietnam Wars. After his military service, he continued his...

Ronald F. West

Ronald F. West

Aug 18, 2024

Ronald F. West, 89, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at St. Camillus Health & Rehabilitation Center. Born and raised in Syracuse, he lived in Texas and Florida before returning to his hometown in 2017. A proud graduate of Eastwood High School, Ronald furthered his education with an associate degree from Onondaga Community College. He proudly...

Thomas M. Darling

Thomas M. Darling

Aug 17, 2024

Thomas M. Darling, 60, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, he was known for his dedication to his family, his service to his country, and his hardworking spirit.

Thomas proudly served in the U.S. Army National Guard, exemplifying his commitment to his country. Following his service, he pursued higher education at...

Linda (Long) Bailey

Linda (Long) Bailey

Aug 16, 2024

Linda (Long) Bailey, 76, of Baldwinsville, passed away Friday. Surviving: brothers, Martin (Judi) and Harry Long; sister, Rosemary Chamberlin; and several nieces and nephews. There will be no services.

Ryan P. Wood

Ryan P. Wood

Aug 16, 2024

Ryan P. Wood, 40, of Camillus, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Friday at Upstate University Hospital. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, he was a distinguished alumnus of West Genesee High School and earned his bachelor's degree from the prestigious Rochester Institute of Technology. For nine years, Ryan brought his exceptional skills to the Rosamond...

Peggy (Williams) Anthony

Peggy (Williams) Anthony

Aug 14, 2024

Peggy (Williams) Anthony, 95, of Camillus, passed away peacefully at home on August 14, 2024. A lifetime resident of Camillus, she attended Camillus High School before working at Camillus Cutlery where she met her husband, Michael. Peggy was a full-time homemaker and mother, raising four daughters. Eventually entering the workforce, she was employed by Skaneateles Savings Bank and the West...

Kenneth Irving Clark

Kenneth Irving Clark

Aug 10, 2024

Kenneth Clark, 91, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Saturday at St. Camillus Residential Health Care Facility. Born on March 2, 1933, in Norwich, he settled in the Syracuse area in the late 1940s, where he built a life filled with love, dedication, and service. A proud U.S. Army Air Corps veteran, Kenneth proudly served his country during the Korean...

C. John Henderson

C. John Henderson

Aug 10, 2024

C. John Henderson, 94, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Saturday at Menorah Park of CNY. He was born to Helen Marie and Andrew B. Henderson on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 1929, in the Henderson farmhouse on State Fair Blvd., Baldwinsville. John was a 1947 graduate of Baldwinsville Academy and went to work at Continental Can Co. in February 1951....

Jo Ann Ritchie

Jo Ann Ritchie

Aug 7, 2024

Jo Ann Ritchie, 82, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Wednesday. Born and raised in Utica, she moved to the Syracuse area in 1977. Jo Ann enjoyed a fulfilling career as an X-ray technician for over 20 years, retiring in 2003. She had a passion for sewing, quilting, and camp at Verona Beach, but her greatest joy came from spending...

Armand Cesta

Armand Cesta

Aug 2, 2024

Armand Cesta, 94, of Camillus, passed away peacefully on Friday, at Upstate Community Hospital, with his loving family by his side. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, Armand was a cherished member of the community whose presence will be deeply missed. Born and raised in Syracuse, Armand dedicated his life to his family, his work, and his faith. He...

Caroline Jean Sausman

Caroline Jean Sausman

Jul 26, 2024

Caroline Jean Sausman, 79, of Liverpool, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 26. Born and raised in Montana, she moved to Alaska at 16, becoming a graduate of East Anchorage High School and the University of Alaska, where she received her Bachelor of Nursing degree. Caroline worked as a licensed hairdresser in Alaska for many years before becoming a nurse....

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