Dimitar Boskovski
Jan 17, 2025
Dimitar “Dedo Taki” Boskovski, 94, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Friday. He was born on August 30, 1930, in Trnovo, Macedonia, to Nikola and Fanija. Before immigrating to the U.S. in 1970, Dimitar served in the Navy and spent four years working in Australia.
A devoted member of St. George Macedonian Orthodox Church, Dimitar was deeply rooted in his faith....
Patricia Ann Simone Franquelin
Jan 13, 2025
Patricia Ann Simone Franquelin, a cherished and dedicated daughter, mother, wife, sister and friend passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was a trailblazing professional, a beacon of light, and left an indelible mark on all she interacted with.
Pat was a proud graduate of West Genesee High School and received her Bachelor of Science degree...
Charles "Chuck" R. Coon
Jan 13, 2025
Charles “Chuck” R. Coon, 81, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Monday at Syracuse Home at McHarrie Place. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, Chuck was known for his deep love of history, devotion to education, and his profound impact on countless students and colleagues over his remarkable 58-year teaching career.
Chuck was a proud graduate of Cherry Road Elementary,...
Raymond Thomas Gillis Sr.
Jan 11, 2025
Raymond T. Gillis, Sr., 64, of Camillus, passed away peacefully on Saturday at Upstate University Hospital. Born in Queens and raised on Long Island, Raymond moved to the Camillus area in 1992. He was a retired NYS court officer in Syracuse.
Raymond was predeceased by his parents; and one brother.
Surviving are his wife of 34 years, the former Anne Maass; children,...
Katherine Germakovski
Jan 9, 2025
Katherine Germakovski, 20, of Camillus, passed away on Thursday. Born in Syracuse, she spent eight years in the Albany area, returning to Camillus in 2019. She attended Le Moyne College for a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science. An avid drawer and writer, she had a great interest in computers. Katherine was fluent in four different languages and became an enthusiast...
Gary Girard Kantak
Jan 9, 2025
Gary G. Kantak, 76, of Cortland, passed away peacefully on Thursday at home. Born in Camillus, he was a proud West Genesee High School graduate and moved on to pursue an Associate's Degree in Business Management from OCC.
Gary served his country honorably as a U.S. Army Vietnam veteran, a commitment that reflected his dedication and strength. After his service, he...
Norman Edward Thomas
Jan 8, 2025
Norman Edward Thomas, 85, of Camillus, passed away peacefully on January 8 at Crouse Hospital. A 1958 Syracuse Central High School graduate, Norm demonstrated his dedication to service through his contributions to both his country and community. He served as an Army Specialist 4 from 1958 to 1962 and earned an Associate’s Degree in Humanities from OCC in 1977 through...
Mary Anna Melnick
Jan 6, 2025
Mary Anna Melnick, 98, of Baldwinsville, passed away on Monday at Syracuse Home Health and Rehabilitation at McHarrie Place. Born in Syracuse to the late Trifon and Anna Romanuk Melnick, she moved to Meridian in 1933 and graduated from Cato-Meridian High School in 1945. She later relocated to New York City, where she attended secretarial school and worked as a...
Carol A. Brostek
Jan 5, 2025
Carol Ann Brostek, 81, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Sunday at Loretto. A lifelong resident of the Syracuse area, Carol was a graduate of St. Vincent DePaul High School and worked for over a decade as a dedicated bookkeeper.
Carol was a devoted communicant of Holy Family Church, where her faith guided her life. She found joy in crocheting, solving...
John Edmond Settineri
Jan 2, 2025
John E. Settineri, 88, of Camillus, passed away peacefully on Thursday at Loretto, just one day shy of his 89th birthday. A lifelong resident of the Syracuse area, he graduated from Christian Brothers Academy and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Le Moyne College. He also proudly served in the U.S. Air Force. An active communicant of Holy Family...
Jennifer (O'Brien) LaGrange
Jan 2, 2025
Jennifer (O’Brien) LaGrange, 52, of Camillus, passed away peacefully on Thursday at home, surrounded by her loving family. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, she was a graduate of Onondaga Central High School, and continued her education at OCC, earning an associate’s degree. Jennifer dedicated her professional life to healthcare, working as an anesthesia technician specialist, most recently at...
Ann S. Mulholland
Jan 2, 2025
Ann S. Mulholland, 91, of Camillus, passed away peacefully on Thursday at Francis House, surrounded by her loving family. A lifelong resident of the Camillus area, she lived a life of devotion, service, and compassion that touched countless lives.
Ann was a proud graduate of St. Patrick's High School and St. Joseph's College of Nursing, where she cultivated her passion for...
Betty L. Gasparek
Dec 29, 2024
Betty L. Gasparek, 88, of Camillus, passed away peacefully on Sunday, 10 days after celebrating her 88th birthday. Born in Blooming Grove and raised in New Windsor, she was the only daughter of Louis and Anna Moses. Betty moved to Syracuse in 1957 and started a family with her husband Emery in Camillus. They eventually moved to Bennett Road and...
Richard J. "Dick" Fazio
Dec 28, 2024
Richard J. “Dick” Fazio, 90, of Orlando, FL, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, at Orlando Regional Medical Center, surrounded by family. A resident of the Syracuse area, he moved to Camillus in 1966 and to Orlando in 2024. Richard was a graduate of Smith Tech High School and a 1961 graduate of Le Moyne College. He was a U.S. Army...
Ronald Leeman Pratt Sr.
Dec 21, 2024
Ronald Leeman Pratt Sr., 94, of Baldwinsville, passed away peacefully on Saturday at Syracuse Home at McHarrie Place. Born in Oswego, he was raised in Fulton and moved to the Syracuse area in 1958, where Ron built a life filled with hard work, love, and cherished memories.
He proudly served his country as a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, embodying the strength...
Anthony "Tony" Steven Sgarlata
Dec 19, 2024
Anthony “Tony” Steven Sgarlata passed away peacefully on Thursday, eleven days shy of his 82nd birthday. Born and raised in Solvay, he was the beloved son of the late Sam and Stella Sgarlata. He graduated from Solvay High School in 1960 and went on to build a remarkable career and life rooted in dedication, service, and love.
Tony began his professional...
Robert J. Venner Jr.
Dec 19, 2024
Robert J. Venner Jr., 82, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Thursday at Bishop Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and selfless devotion. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, he was a man of deep faith, unwavering kindness, and boundless enthusiasm for life’s simple joys.
Bob was a proud graduate of St. Vincent de Paul...
Stephen Patrick McNamara
Dec 17, 2024
Stephen Patrick McNamara, 78, of Tipperary Hill, passed away on Tuesday at home. Born on October 2, 1946, he graduated from West Genesee High School and continued his education at OCC before earning an associate degree from Syracuse University. A proud U.S. Army veteran, he served his country honorably during the Vietnam War.
Steve dedicated over 35 years to the Syracuse...
Sofia Dimovich
Dec 16, 2024
Sofia Dimovich, 90, formerly of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Monday in Virginia Beach, VA. Born in Florina, Greece, Sofia emigrated to the United States, where she and her late husband, Anastas Dimovich, built a rich and fulfilling life together in Syracuse.
For over 45 years, Sofia and Anastas were proud owners and operators of several stores and restaurants in the...
Howard E. O'Brien
Dec 16, 2024
Howard E. O’Brien, Sr., 88, passed away peacefully on Monday. He graduated from St. Anthony’s High School in Syracuse before proudly serving his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.
Howie built a lifelong career in automobile sales. A hardworking Irishman, devoted veteran, and coach for Valley Little League Baseball (where his son played), he was quick-witted and never...
