Obituaries
Lucy (Bukowy) Currie
Jul 7, 2024
Lucy (Bukowy) Currie, 94, of Camillus, passed away Sunday at Syracuse Home Association. Born in NYC, she was raised in Freehold, NJ, and moved to Camillus in 1952. Lucy earned her bachelor's degree from Rider College in Lawrenceville, NJ, and worked for Egan Real Estate and Gallagher Real Estate. A communicant of St. Joseph's Church, she was an avid golfer...
C.R. "Toby" Touby
Jul 7, 2024
C.R. “Toby” Touby, 85, of Saranac Lake, passed away peacefully on Sunday at home. Born and raised in Mason, OH, he moved to Saranac Lake in 1976 where he lived most of his life. A graduate of Mansfield Senior High School, Toby received his Master's Degree in Music from Ohio State University. His greatest joy came from spending time with...
Glenn E. Argus
Jul 5, 2024
Glenn E. Argus, 91, of Onondaga Hill, passed away Friday at home, surrounded by his loving family. Glenn's life was marked by dedication to his family, his community, and his many passions.
A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, Glenn was a graduate of Central High School, and went on to serve his country with honor as a US Army Veteran...
Shirley M. (Hummell) Bosell
Jul 4, 2024
Shirley M. (Hummell) Bosell, 87, a loving and devoted mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on July 4 at home with peace, grace, and dignity. She was surrounded by her loving family and was celebrated with fireworks! Shirley was grateful to remain in the home she loved through the care of her children, Hospice (a special thank you to Mallory...
Isabella Turturo Smith
Jul 4, 2024
Isabella Turturo Smith, 99, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Thursday surrounded by her family. Born and raised in Frankfort, she moved to Utica in 1941, where she built a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication.
Isabella worked for the State Office Building in Albany for over 20 years, where she was known for her diligence and warm personality. Prior...
Lucy A. (Gironda) Mastrocola
Jun 30, 2024
Lucy A. (Gironda) Mastrocola, 100, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Sunday at Iroquois Nursing Home. Born and raised in Pennsylvania, she moved to the Syracuse area in 1947 where she built a life filled with love. Lucy was a proud graduate of Conemaugh Township High School. She dedicated over 25 years of her professional life as a secretary with...
Raymond Tyska
Jun 27, 2024
Raymond Tyska, 72, passed away on Thursday in North Carolina.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, July 11, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. at St. Joseph's Church, 5600 W. Genesee St., Camillus.
Dorothy E. Kondratowicz
Jun 26, 2024
Dorothy E. Kondratowicz, 92, of Jamesville, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Loretto Health & Rehabilitation. Born in Scranton, PA, she moved to Syracuse in 1942 and graduated from Cathedral Academy High School. Dorothy dedicated her career to serving as a secretary for the West Genesee Central School District for nine years until her retirement in 1988. Prior to...
Janet (Grant) Leeb, Ph.D.
Jun 22, 2024
Janet (Grant) Leeb, Ph.D., 93, of Onondaga Hill, passed away peacefully on Saturday at home. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, she was a proud alumna of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic High School and later earned her Ph.D. from Syracuse University. Janet dedicated over 28 years as a professor at Syracuse University College of Nursing. A devoted communicant...
Maurice C. Wightman
Jun 21, 2024
Maurice C. Wightman, 79, of Onondaga Hill, passed away Friday, at Upstate University Hospital. Born in Binghamton, Maurie spent the majority of his life in the Syracuse area, where he left an indelible mark on the community. A proud graduate of Harpursville Central High School, Maurie pursued his passion for funeral services by attending Simmons School of Embalming and Mortuary...
Irene Rehme
Jun 20, 2024
Irene Rehme, 82, of Elbridge, passed away peacefully on Thursday at home. Born on March 15, 1942, Irene was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister who brought warmth and joy to all who knew her. Throughout her life, Irene found joy in traveling to Florida and embraced the precious moments spent with her loved ones. She enjoyed watching birds...
E. Clyde Ohl
Jun 19, 2024
E. Clyde Ohl, 94, of Camillus, educator and community volunteer, passed away peacefully on Wednesday. Born in Lock Haven, PA, to Ruth and Charles Ohl, he graduated from Lock Haven High School before joining the U.S. Air Force, where he served from 1949 to 1952. Clyde later attended Lock Haven University, earning a bachelor’s degree in education. In 1954, he...
Teresa Anne Sullivan
Jun 19, 2024
Teresa (LaManche) Sullivan, 63, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Wednesday at home, just minutes before her beloved mother, Mary Alice LaManche, passed away. Their closely timed passing reflects the profound and inseparable bond they shared.
Born in Syracuse and residing in the area throughout her life, Teresa graduated from Marcellus High School and earned her bachelor's degree from Le Moyne...
Mary Alice LaManche
Jun 19, 2024
Mary Alice LaManche, 89, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Wednesday at home, just a short time after her beloved daughter, Teresa Sullivan, passed away. Their closely timed passing reflects the profound and inseparable bond they shared.
Born in Syracuse, Mary Alice lived in Marcellus until moving to the Howlett Hill area in 1956 and was a proud alumna of Marcellus...
Marc A. Stevens
Jun 19, 2024
Marc A. Stevens, 47, of Camillus, passed away on Wednesday in the comfort of his home. He was a lifelong resident of Camillus and a graduate of West Genesee High School. Marc went on to graduate from SUNY Cortland followed by Upstate Medical University. He was a physician assistant at St. Joseph’s Health Hospital.
Marc was a cherished son who took...
Patricia Macholl
Jun 15, 2024
Patricia Macholl, 81, of Boynton Beach, FL, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 15, in Florida. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, she moved to Boynton Beach in September 2021. Patricia was a 1961 St. Vincent de Paul High School graduate, attended CCBI, and was employed with the Marcellus Central School District’s Transportation Dept. for over 20 years. A...
Jackson Rodriguez Ortiz
Jun 12, 2024
Jackson Rodriguez Ortiz, infant son of Kaylee Watkins and Basilio Ortiz, passed away. Also surviving: siblings, Mason Watkins, Anthony Harper, and Leland Ortiz; maternal grandparents, John and Kim Walsh; and paternal grandmother, Leona Murray.
Katherine (Clark) Raddant
Jun 8, 2024
Katherine (Clark) Raddant, 82, of Camillus, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday at Crouse Hospital, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Katherine was born and raised in England, a place she held dear to her heart throughout her life. In 1981, she embarked on a new chapter, moving to the United States where she...
Gerald P. Berkery
Jun 8, 2024
Gerald P. Berkery, 83, of Camillus, passed away peacefully on Saturday at his home. A lifelong resident of the Syracuse area, Gerald's life was marked by dedication, service, and a deep love for his family and community.
Gerald graduated from St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School, went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from Le Moyne College, and received his Juris...
James M. Rebhahn
Jun 5, 2024
James M. Rebhahn, 52, of Syracuse, passed away Wednesday at home. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, he worked at various jobs as a landscaper and chef. James volunteered at Camp Good Times, the Salvation Army, and the Samaritan Center. He enjoyed cooking.Surviving are his sons, Jarred and Jordon Merrihew, and Landon; parents, David and Carol Rebhahn of Sylvan...