Obituaries
Kathleen "Kay" Theresa Menton
Sep 27, 2024
Kathleen Menton, 88, of Roswell, GA, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 27, 2024. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday, October 11, 2024, at 10 a.m. in Holy Family Church.
Gloria Colleen Kollath
Sep 24, 2024
Gloria Colleen Kollath, 85, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Tuesday at Loretto Health and Rehabilitation. Born in Reynoldsville, PA, on July 8, 1939, she later made Buffalo her home before finally finding her place in Syracuse. Gloria was a proud graduate of Tonawanda High School and went on to earn her bachelor's degree from Syracuse University. Throughout her adult...
Jasper Frankie Woody
Sep 24, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we mourn the death of Jasper Frankie Woody, a beloved husband, father, PaPa, brother and friend. He was a unique, one-of-a-kind person, who made this world a little better. For those of us who knew and loved Jasper, we can't imagine our world without him in it. He died at his home on Oneida...
Ruth S. Clift
Sep 24, 2024
Ruth S. Clift, 95, of Plainfield, IN, moved to Heaven on September 24, 2024. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend.
Ruth was born in Owl's Head, NY, and spent most of her years in Syracuse, NY, and Montgomery, AL. She was a 70-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Ruth was a...
Marilyn Josephine Lopez
Sep 23, 2024
Marilyn Josephine Lopez, 90, of Solvay, passed away peacefully on Monday at Upstate University Hospital. A lifetime resident of the Solvay area, she was a graduate of Solvay High School. Marilyn cherished her family and enjoyed cooking. She centered her day around preparing delightful meals for family dinners.
Marilyn was predeceased by her husband, Venancio; parents, Frank and Mary Daverso; and...
Loretta Jean (Schwoyer) Corcoran
Sep 21, 2024
Loretta Jean (Schwoyer) Corcoran, 86, of Fairmount, passed away peacefully on Saturday, surrounded by her family. Born and raised in Philadelphia, PA, she later moved to Syracuse where she and her husband, James, built a loving home and raised their family.
Loretta cherished making lasting memories by taking road trips, visiting family, playing bingo, and vacationing in Wildwood and Atlantic City,...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...