Cheryl A Challis
Sep 24, 2026
Cheryl Ann (Kunkel) Challis, 68, passed away peacefully surrounded by her immediate family on September 24, 2026, at Crouse Hospital in Syracuse, NY.
Born on December 31, 1957, in Elmira, NY, Cheryl later moved with her family to Liverpool, NY, in 1963. Cheryl was a bright light in the lives of everyone who knew her. She was a dedicated, hard worker...
Thomas Alan McGrory
Sep 23, 2026
Thomas Alan McGrory, 69, a lifelong resident of Syracuse, New York, passed away on September 23, 2026.
Born October 4, 1956, Tommy spent his life in the community he called home. He was a proud Irishman of Tipperary Hill and a retiree from Crouse Hospital.
A devout Christian, Tommy was a caring, generous, and patient man, devoted to his faith and family....
Elaine M. McKeen
Sep 22, 2026
Elaine M. Mckeen, 77, of Liverpool, passed away on September 22, 2026 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.
She was born on May 26, 1949 to James and Frances (Ketcham) Conroy in Oswego, NY.
Elaine was a dedicated member of Living Word Church for 48 years, laboring joyfully in so many ministries, including; the Church newspaper publication, wedding services, the children's nursery, and food...
David Michael Haynes
Sep 22, 2026
David Haynes, 64, of North Syracuse, passed away on September 22, 2026.
He was born on April 27, 1962 to Robert and Lucille (Tucker) Haynes.
David worked as a baker for forty one years before he retired, and was married to his beloved wife Denise for forty-three years.
He was an avid Red Sox fan, and he greatly enjoyed fishing. His favorite fishing...
Marion B. Mirizio
Sep 22, 2026
Marion B. Mirizio, known to many as Honey, passed away on September 22, 2026, at the age of 94.
Honey was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose love for her family was at the center of her life. She was known for her warmth and for the simple joys she cherished. She loved spending her winters in Florida and enjoyed...
Beverly Ann Young
Sep 22, 2026
Beverly Ann Young, 83 of Syracuse, NY, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. She was born in Syracuse, NY on January 29, 1943 to the late Kenneth W. Barnes Sr. and Margaret Barnes.
She loved attending church, spending time with her family and watching television.
She is survived by her sisters, Jean J. Barnes-Truax, Shirley O’Brien and many nieces, nephews and...
James F. Whitney, Jr.
Sep 22, 2026
James F. Whitney, Jr. of North Syracuse passed away unexpectedly on September 22, 2026, at the age of 91. Born in Syracuse on April 16, 1935, James lived a life marked by service, hard work, humor, and a deep appreciation for the community around him.
He graduated from Onondaga Central and, in his teenage years, worked as a caddy at LaFayette...
Kevin James Reilly
Sep 21, 2026
Kevin James Reilly, former Sgt. of the United States Marine Corps and a former Syracuse Police Road Patrol Officer, passed away on September 21, 2026, while wandering the streets of Syracuse.
Kevin was predeceased by his parents, James Anthony Reilly and Margaret McStephaney, and his sister, Maureen “Moe” Wagner.
He is survived by his brother, Brian H. Reilly of Liverpool, and his...
Kenneth "Ken" John Peglow
Sep 21, 2026
Kenneth "Ken" John Peglow, 52, of Clay, NY. passed away peacefully on September 21, 2026, surrounded by his family and friends.
Ken was raised by his aunt, Antoinette "Annie" Grome, in Port Byron, NY. Later in life, he earned his Associate Degree in Business Management from Bryant & Stratton College. He used his degree to advance his career at Byrne Dairy,...
Tracy Banach
Sep 20, 2026
Tracy Banach, 47, of East Syracuse, passed away on September 20, 2026 at Upstate University Hospital.
She was born on October 11, 1978 to Stephen and Patricia (Ahearn) in Syracuse, NY.
Tracy worked at Denny's Diner for 18 years during which time she had regular customers coming in just for her, and she absolutely loved to take care of her niece and...
Virginia Noreen Manley Justian
Sep 17, 2026
Virginia Noreen Manley Justian, 76, of Liverpool, New York, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026. Born in Syracuse, New York, on October 19, 1949, Virginia was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, aunt, great-aunt, friend, and a cherished part of her community. She made her home in Liverpool for more than 40 years.
Virginia attended Cathedral School and received her GED...
Patricia Sacco
Sep 16, 2026
Patricia Sacco, 82, of Syracuse, passed away on September 16, 2026. Patricia was born in Syracuse, New York, on September 20, 1943, to James and Josephine Varre.
Patricia was a diplomatic, fiercely independent, and intelligent woman who devoted much of her life to caring for and providing for the people she loved. She was hardworking, resourceful, and selfless, with a wonderful...
Noreen McFaddin
Sep 16, 2026
Noreen McFaddin, 86, of North Syracuse, passed away September 16, 2026. Noreen was born in Malone, New York, on November 4, 1939, to George and Nettie Cooley. She was a graduate of Franklin Academy in Malone, New York, Class of 1958. Noreen married William Lafayette McFaddin on September 2, 1962. William passed away in 2011.
Noreen and William were blessed with...
Jennifer Lynn Morey
Sep 16, 2026
Jennifer Lynn Morey, 41, of Clay, NY, passed away on September 16, 2026, after a long illness. Jennifer was born in Syracuse, NY, on February 17, 1985 to Richard and Patricia Morey. She was predeceased by her father, Richard Morey.
Jennifer is survived by her mother, Patricia Jackson; stepfather, James “JJ” Jackson; brothers, Michael “Mickey” Morey and Justin Morey; sister, Lisa...
Gerard "Gerry" R. Lowe
Sep 16, 2026
Gerard “Gerry” R. Lowe, 77 of Clay, NY, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. He was born in Syracuse, NY on October 7, 1948 to the late Raymond and June Lowe.
He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy.
Gerry was a Registered Nurse with Upstate Hospital, Syracuse for many years. He loved...
Michael L. Scheel Sr.
Sep 15, 2026
Michael L. Scheel, 64, of Syracuse, passed away September 15, 2026. Michael was born in Syracuse, New York on January 8, 1962 to William and Elizabeth Scheel. Michael had been employed by the G. A. Braun Co. where he worked in the shipping department.
In his free time, he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
He was preceded in...
Augustine "Gus" J. Russo
Sep 15, 2026
Augustine J. “Gus” Russo, 84, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Crouse Hospital. A lifelong resident of Syracuse, Gus was the first born of James Russo and Sophie (Kolodziejczyk) on June 25, 1942.
Gus was a proud attendee of Central Tech and while he did not graduate as the paycheck he earned as a sandwich delivery...
Jane Klaben
Sep 15, 2026
Jane A. (Vincent) Klaben of Liverpool, NY passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2026 after a brief illness.
Jane was born in Fulton, NY on August 18, 1932. For the first 43 years of her life, she was a resident of Solvay, NY where she was a stay-at-home mom, raising her 10 beautiful children who attended St. Cecilia’s School. Jane earned quite...
Michael E. Antonelli
Sep 14, 2026
Michael Edward Antonelli, 36, of Liverpool, NY, passed away on September 14, 2026.
Mike was born on August 25, 1990, to his loving parents, Sherry and Brian Antonelli. He graduated from Cicero-North Syracuse High School in 2008 and went on to graduate from SUNY OCC. He was the very proud owner of 187 Towing and Transport.
Mike was an avid gearhead throughout...
Carol Gates
Sep 13, 2026
Carol R. Gates, 87, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2026, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.
Carol was born on October 18, 1938, to Ralph and Rosella Hixson (Alden) in Corry, Pennsylvania. She moved to the Syracuse area in 1958 and had been an Eastwood resident ever since.
Carol retired from Syracuse Supply/Liftech Handling in 1993, after many years...
