Patricia "Patty" Bouchard
May 1, 2026
Patricia Bouchard (“Aunt Patty”), 75, passed away at Matthew’s House in Auburn, NY, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Syracuse, NY, Patricia worked as a screen technician at Syracuse China until her retirement. She was a devoted caregiver who gave her time and love generously to her family with whom she enjoyed to spend time with, as...
Audrey E. LaPoint
Apr 29, 2026
Audrey E. LaPoint, 70 of North Syracuse, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. She was born in Syracuse, New York on May 14, 1955 to the late Leon and Helen Gilinsky.
Audrey worked for the U.S. Postal Service for 22 years. She loved watching her favorite shows, movies and spending time with her family, especially her granddaughters.
She is survived by...
Aaron Rene Johnson Jr.
Apr 29, 2026
Aaron Rene Johnson Jr., a beloved son, brother, father, and grandfather, passed away unexpectedly on April 29, 2026, in his hometown of Syracuse, New York. Born on July 5, 1976, Aaron’s life was a testament to kindness, joy, and dedication.
Aaron was a proud graduate of Nottingham High School, where he was celebrated as a Bulldog, and he furthered his education...
Elizabeth K. Polan
Apr 29, 2026
Elizabeth K. Polan, a cherished soul whose life was a tapestry of love, creativity, and tender devotion, passed away unexpectedly in her sleep on April 29, 2026, at the Iroquois Nursing Home. Born on January 23, 1949, in the lands of Austria-Hungary, Elizabeth's journey through life was as rich and rooted as the gardens she so lovingly tended.
Her gentle spirit...
Betty J. Huckabee
Apr 28, 2026
Betty was a lifelong resident of Syracuse and is remembered for her enduring faith and deep devotion to family. Betty Huckabee passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the age of 93.
Born in Syracuse on November 17, 1932, Betty lived a long and meaningful life defined by resilience, kindness, and unwavering faith. At just 9 years old, in...
Christopher M. Luce
Apr 27, 2026
Christopher Michael Luce, 52, of Cicero, passed away April 27, 2026. Christopher was born in Lowell, Massachusetts on May 10, 1973 to Richard and Sandra Luce.
Christopher retired from SRC Tec, Inc. In his free time, he enjoyed playing golf, was an avid Boston sports fan and helped coach little league and assisted with ground maintenance.
He was preceded in death by...
Randall B. Leppard
Apr 27, 2026
Randall "Randy" B. Leppard, 70, of Fulton, passed away April 27, 2026. Randy was born in Syracuse, New York on October 20, 1955 to Larry and June Leppard.
Randy retired from NAPA Auto Parts. In his free time, he liked to play poker, loved his music, enjoyed fixing things around the house and working on cars. Randy also liked hunting and...
Robert A. Levin
Apr 27, 2026
Robert A. Levin, known as Bob, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, at Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse, surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 16, 1957, in Brooklyn, NY, Bob created a life in upstate New York.
Bob graduated from SUNY Oswego in 1979. He then built a career at the New York State Insurance Fund, where he...
John David Hawk
Apr 26, 2026
John D. Hawk, 91, of Liverpool, NY, beloved husband of Judith (Southworth), loving father of Deena (Jonathan) Brewster; son, John (Anne) Hawk; dearest grandfather of Katherine (Colin) Kohli, Abigail, John, Matthew; great grandfather of William Kohli; brother of the late Jerry, Frances, and Edna; also survived by nieces, nephews, and many dear friends.
Services are private and will take place at...
Kathleen C. Barnhart
Apr 25, 2026
Kathleen C. Barnhart, 75, of North Syracuse, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026, with her loving husband of 55 years, Dave and her daughter, Erin by her side.
Kathy was born in December 1950 to the late Anthony and Beverly Pompi.
She is survived by her sister, Cecilia Pigula, her brother, John Pompi, and many beloved nieces and nephews.
Kathy was known...
Clark L. Burton
Apr 25, 2026
Clark L. Burton, 71, of Phoenix, peacefully cashed in the last of his "nine lives" on April 25, 2026. After a 26-year health battle that he fought with the stubbornness of a mule and the wit of a comedian, he finally decided it was time to rest.
Born on September 21, 1954, in Syracuse, NY, to the late Laura J. (Hurd)...
Maureen A. Chludzinski
Apr 25, 2026
Maureen A. Chludzinski, born on May 16, 1937, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026.
As friends and family mourn her loss, they also celebrate Maureen’s rich and meaningful journey. Maureen enjoyed her many years residing in Myrtle Beach. She was a longtime member of Most Holy Rosary Church in Syracuse. Her family will remember her for her sense of...
Carmen J. Placito
Apr 25, 2026
Carmen J. Placito, 72, of Liverpool, passed away on April 25, 2026. Carmen was born in Syracuse, New York on August 21, 1953. Carmen retired from the New York State Insurance Fund.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Matthew and Margaret Placito and two brothers, Matthew and Frank Placito.
Carmen is survived by his wife, Rachael Placito and several nieces...
Walter Joseph Recore
Apr 23, 2026
Born on December 18th, 33, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026 at St. Camillus Nursing Home located in Syracuse, NY. He was 92 years old and he lived in New Haven, NY for 35 years.
Walter served in the US Army and he worked at Crouse Hinds for 41 years. Walter will be missed by all his family.
He is survived...
Josephine "Dolly" Cookinham
Apr 23, 2026
Josephine "Dolly" Cookinham, 93, of Buckley Landing, North Syracuse, passed away on April 23, 2026. Dolly was born in Syracuse, New York on October 9, 1932 to Joseph and Catherine Bertolero. She was a graduate of Canastota High School, class of 1951. Dolly was employed by Gaylords and Park Brannock, prior to becoming a mother. Dolly enjoyed going on day...
Catherine O'Dell
Apr 23, 2026
Catherine O'Dell, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished matriarch, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026. Born on August 2, 1938, Catherine spent her early years in Mexico, New York, before relocating to Chittenango, New York. Before raising her children in Canastota, NY, where she nurtured a warm and loving home.
Catherine was one of ten siblings, all of whom...
Jean C. Fox
Apr 22, 2026
Jean C. Fox, born on November 6, 1931, in Hopewell, New York, passed away on April 22, 2026, in Cicero, New York. She was a cherished wife, loving mother, Grandmother and Great-grandmother with a keen sense of humor.
Jean’s roots began in Hopewell, NY, where she was born to Maurice and Edna (Harris) Oberdorf.
She enjoyed working at Spera’s Deli, Grocery and...
Jon L. Rossman
Apr 21, 2026
Jon L. Rossman, a cherished husband and devoted father, left this world peacefully at his home in Brewerton, NY, on April 21, 2026. Born on September 17, 1936, in Pulaski, NY, Jon lived a life marked by quiet strength and heartfelt dedication.
Jon's career was rooted in his work at Babbit Bearing in Syracuse, where his commitment and steady presence were...
Timothy C. Morgan
Apr 21, 2026
Timothy C. Morgan, affectionately known as Tim, passed away unexpectedly on April 21, 2026, at Upstate University in his beloved hometown of Syracuse, NY. Born on August 29, 1960, Tim lived a life grounded in simplicity, warmth, and genuine kindness, qualities that endeared him to all who knew him.
Tim devoted many years of his working life to his role as...
Mary Eleanor Follett
Apr 19, 2026
Mary Eleanor Evans was born in Norristown Pennsylvania on February 26, 1926, the fifth of seven children in a Quaker family, in the eighth generation on the same farm in Gwynedd Valley, PA.
Mary graduated from Ambler High School and was a member of National Honor Society. She graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from Penn State, then went on to George...
