Obituaries
Dennis J. Narvey
Mar 24, 2025
Dennis J. Narvey, 69, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Monday at University Hospital. Born in Buffalo, he was a lifelong resident of the Syracuse area. He attended West Genesee High School and later worked for Consolidated Industries in Syracuse.
A communicant of St. Joseph’s Church, Dennis found great joy in his faith, his family, and his many passions. An avid...
Captain Douglas Gwynn Morey
Mar 23, 2025
Sunrise February 5, 1943 – Sunset March 23, 2025
Captain Douglas Gwynn Morey took off for the last time on March 23, 2025. He is now flying high in the sky. Born in Syracuse, he lived many places over the years, including California, NYC, and Nairobi, Kenya since 1970. He graduated from West Genesee High School and Syracuse University. A captain...
Yvonne (Foy) Cesta
Mar 23, 2025
Yvonne (Foy) Cesta, 87, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Sunday at Upstate University Hospital. Born in Glens Falls on January 3, 1938, she was a woman of deep faith, love, and kindness. Yvonne’s abiding religious devotion sustained her throughout her life, and she was a devoted communicant of Holy Family Church for over 60 years. She served her parish...
Nina Kishova
Mar 23, 2025
Nina Kishova, 88, of Solvay, passed away peacefully on Sunday at home. Born and raised in Kazakhstan, she dedicated over 40 years of her life to nursing, retiring in 1995. In 2005, she immigrated to the United States, where she became an active member of the Slavic Baptist Church. Her faith was a guiding force in her life, and she...
David Lee LaBeff
Mar 22, 2025
David Lee LaBeff, 70, of North Fort Myers, Florida, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025.
For over 35 years, David was the proud owner and proprietor of The LaFayette Inn in LaFayette, where he not only built a beloved establishment but also became a cherished part of the community. He had a deep love for the town of LaFayette, and...
Barbara Mumper Mercurio
Mar 21, 2025
Barbara Mumper Mercurio, 78, of Fairmount, passed away peacefully at home on Friday after a long and courageous battle with cancer, fighting until the very end like the warrior she was. Born on February 18, 1947, to James O. and Anne I. Mumper, she was a proud graduate of West Genesee High School, Class of 1964. Barb had a deep...
William J. McCarthy
Mar 17, 2025
William J. McCarthy, 97, of Camillus, went home to his eternal reward to be reunited with Eleanor, the love of his life, on Monday. Born and raised in Syracuse, Bill graduated from CBA in 1946 and was a proud member of the first graduating class of Le Moyne College in 1951. He honorably served his country as a U.S. Army...
Ann R. Scobell
Mar 16, 2025
Ann Ruth Scobell, revered as a pillar of quiet strength and bravery, passed away on Sunday at home, surrounded by her loving family. Born on April 12, 1935, to Clarence and Jane Huttenlocker, she grew up in Riverside. Ann was an active participant in sports and various clubs while excelling academically and earning several awards. She initially pursued nursing at...
Ronald J. Lagoe
Mar 10, 2025
Ronald J. Lagoe, 75, passed away on Monday at Crouse Hospital in Syracuse after a brief illness. Ronald served as the executive director of the Hospital Executive Council for over 40 years and took great pride in his career. Ronald published many peer-reviewed articles throughout his life, primarily focused on healthcare planning. He had many personal interests as well, including...
Peter Capizzi
Mar 9, 2025
Peter Capizzi, 91, of Camillus, passed away Sunday at home. Born and raised in Oswego, he moved to Long Island in 1958 before settling in Camillus in 1996. Peter was a 1951 graduate of Oswego High School and received his master’s degree from New York University. A U.S. Army veteran, he was an industrial arts and driver education teacher for...
Robert Charles Kane Jr.
Mar 3, 2025
Robert Charles Kane Jr., 95, of Camillus, passed away peacefully on Monday at home. A lifelong resident of Syracuse, he graduated from CBA in 1947 and was a proud member of the first graduating class of Le Moyne College in 1951. In 1952, he married his beloved wife, Marie, at Most Holy Rosary Church, beginning a wonderful life together.
Robert had...
Clara E. Bolton
Mar 2, 2025
Clara E. Bolton, 85, of Camillus, passed away peacefully on Sunday at Crouse Hospital. Born in Clarks Summit, PA, she was a graduate of Fayetteville-Manlius High School. Clara pursued a successful career as a purchasing manager in the manufacturing industry, dedicating 22 years to Prestolite in Syracuse. Following her time at Prestolite, she continued her career at CWR Manufacturing until...
Eugene L. Marcy
Mar 1, 2025
Eugene L. Marcy, 91, of Westvale, passed away peacefully on Saturday at home, surrounded by his loving family. A lifelong resident of the Syracuse area, he graduated from Central Tech High School before earning his bachelor’s degree from Niagara University, where he excelled as a standout basketball player at both institutions. A U.S. Army veteran, he was employed for 31...
Ann Marie Schattner
Feb 27, 2025
Ann Marie Schattner, 84, of Camillus, passed away Thursday at Upstate University Hospital. A lifelong resident of the Syracuse area, she was a proud graduate of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School.
With a strong work ethic and keen attention to detail, Ann dedicated over 25 years as a recordkeeper at Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC. She previously lent her talents...
Patricia A. Zurek
Feb 26, 2025
Patricia A. Zurek, 72, of Syracuse, a cherished wife, mother, and vibrant spirit in our community, passed away peacefully on Wednesday at home.
Pat was born in San Diego, CA, raised in Auburn, lived in Skaneateles, and settled in Syracuse in 2005. She was a proud graduate of Auburn Central High School and furthered her education by earning an associate's degree...
Duane C. Hahn
Feb 25, 2025
Duane C. Hahn, 89, of Jordan passed away peacefully at Auburn Community Hospital on Tuesday after a brief illness.
Duane was born on July 4, 1935, in Syracuse, the eldest child of Samuel A. and Edith P. Hahn. He grew up in Onondaga Hill, attended Onondaga Schools, and served in the U.S. Army. In 1963, Duane met his wife, Gertrude Loucks,...
Theresa (Callahan) Kallfelz
Feb 25, 2025
Theresa (Callahan) Kallfelz, 89, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Tuesday after a brief illness. A proud and feisty Irishwoman, she loved nothing more than her cherished family and a cold beer. Theresa was known for her sharp wit, keen sense of humor, and signature sarcastic smile. With her legendary "sonic hearing," she always knew what was going on—and you...
William "Bill" P. Warriner
Feb 24, 2025
William “Bill” P. Warriner, 78, of Liverpool, passed away peacefully on Monday at Crouse Hospital. A lifelong resident of the Syracuse area, Bill was a 1964 graduate of West Genesee High School. With determination and dedication, he furthered his education, earning a bachelor’s degree from Le Moyne College and a master’s degree from Fairfield University.
Bill built a rewarding career in...
Charles "Charlie" E. Dennis
Feb 22, 2025
Charles “Charlie” E. Dennis, 70, of Westvale, passed away peacefully on Saturday, surrounded by his loving family, after a long and courageous battle with his illness. His strength, resilience, and unwavering spirit were an inspiration to all who knew him. Though his journey was not easy, he faced each challenge with grace and determination, leaving behind a legacy of love...
F. Spencer Givens III
Feb 20, 2025
F. Spencer Givens III, 83, formerly of Camillus, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at The Nottingham in Jamesville.
Born in Richmond, VA, Spencer was the son of the late Frank Spencer Givens Jr. and Florence Louise Givens. He grew up in Highland Springs, VA, and graduated from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State...