Obituaries

Carol Carney

Carol Carney

Jan 21, 2026

Carol Carney, 77, of Syracuse, passed away January 21, 2026. 

Carol was born in Syracuse, New York on February 14, 1948 to the late John and Anne Carney. 

She was a childcare provider for many years. She loved playing slots at the casino, and was known for making trays of Christmas cookies every year. She always remembered everyone with a card. 

She was...

Craig A. DePasquale

Craig A. DePasquale

Jan 21, 2026

Craig A. DePasquale, 64, of Liverpool, passed away January 21, 2026. Craig was born in Syracuse, New York on May 13, 1961 to Daniel and Judith DePasquale. Craig retired from the Ground Round Restaurant and the restaurant industry. Craig loved the food service industry and serving families, creating an enjoyable experience for his patrons. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys...

Rosanne (Bartorillo) Ross

Rosanne (Bartorillo) Ross

Jan 20, 2026

Rosanne (Bartorillo) Ross, 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on January 20, 2026. She was born in Syracuse on July 19, 1953, to the late Samuel and Phyllis (Fraser) Bartorillo. Rosanne grew up in Cicero and was a proud graduate of Cicero High School, Class of 1971. She went on to balance a full-time career and family life...

Timothy B. Smith

Timothy B. Smith

Jan 19, 2026

Timothy B. Smith, 61, of Cicero, New York passed away on January 19, 2026 unexpectedly at his home.

Timothy was born on February 1, 1964, in Syracuse, New York son of the late Richard and Donna Smith. Tim enjoyed the outdoors, playing his guitar and his cat George.

He was also predeceased by his sister Victoria.

He is survived by his sister, Michele...

Joseph Anthony Giannuzzi

Joseph Anthony Giannuzzi

2026

Joseph Anthony Giannuzzi, born on March 5, 1950, in Syracuse, New York, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, mentorship, and professional excellence.

Joe dedicated over 30 years of his career to the Defense Contract Management Agency Office (DCMAO) in Syracuse, where he held the esteemed position of Chief of Software Operations. His contributions to...

Gloria A. Caiello

Gloria A. Caiello

Jan 18, 2026

Gloria A. Caiello, 95, of Syracuse, passed away January 18, 2026. Gloria was born in Oneida, New York on December 15, 1930 to Leland and Doris Spencer Ralston. In her free time, she enjoyed writing poetry, connecting with nature, spirituality and spending time with family and friends. She enjoyed her three cats, Ti, Kwan-Chai and Katniss. She liked going to...

Elizabeth (Libby) A. Johst

Elizabeth (Libby) A. Johst

Jan 18, 2026

Elizabeth "Libby" A. Johst, 82, of Williamstown, passed away January 18, 2026. Elizabeth was born in Syracuse, New York on September 24, 1943 to Leonard and Sarah Rayder. In her free time, she enjoyed spending time with friends and family especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren; she loved to shop and go to garage sales and had been a member...

Thomas L. Salzman

Thomas L. Salzman

Jan 17, 2026

Thomas L. Salzman, 69, of Mexico, NY, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026, in Cortlandt Manor, New York. He was born on December 10, 1956, in San Francisco, California to Thomas H. and Norma L. Salzman. He enjoyed his youth in the Rocky Mountains of Idaho, but spent most of his life in Central and Northern NY.

A man of...

Linda Crook

Linda Crook

Jan 17, 2026

Linda Jean Crook, 73, passed away on January 17, 2026. Linda was born on January 26, 1952.

Linda was a proud graduate of Fayetteville-Manlius High School, Class of 1970, and went on to earn her degree in preschool education from Columbia College in Columbia, Missouri in 1975.

She was predeceased by her father, Kenneth Crook Jr.; her mother, Patricia (Ruddy) Crook; and...

Alice M. Cowles

Alice M. Cowles

Jan 17, 2026

Alice M. (House) Cowles, 84 of Mattydale, NY passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026. She was born on August 28, 1941. She was the daughter of Bruce and Violet House of Mallory, NY where she and her brother, Donald grew up on their dairy farm.

 She graduated from Beauty School in Rochester after high school and had her own beauty...

Constance Zalla

Constance Zalla

Jan 16, 2026

Constance Zalla, passed away at the age of 94, after a brief illness, on January 16, 2026, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Syracuse, NY. Born on February 16, 1931, in Syracuse, Constance lived a fulfilling life that resonated with warmth, laughter, and an infectious spirit.

Constance graduated from North High School in 1949 and subsequently worked in various roles throughout her...

William Reschke

William Reschke

Jan 15, 2026

We the children of William Reschke, announce with heavy hearts, the passing of our father, 80, of North Syracuse, on January 15th, 2026. Bill was born in Syracuse, NY on December 24th 1945.

He attended Blessed Sacrament School and graduated from St. John the Baptist High School. An entrepreneur, Bill operated and owned auto businesses and van customizing. He retired from...

Virginia L. Confer

Virginia L. Confer

Jan 15, 2026

Virginia “Gin” L. Confer, 93, went home to Jesus on January 15, 2026 to be at peace in the arms of our Savior and reunited with her son Stanley and daughter Valerie in heaven.

Virginia was born to Don and Helen Gatewood in June 1932 in Kane, PA where she graduated from Kane High School. Virginia met and married Wayne H....

John A. Magee

John A. Magee

2026

John A. Magee, 95, of Central Square, passed away January 15, 2026.

John was born in Syracuse, New York, on May 19, 1930, to Charles and Georgina Magee.

John retired from Magee Canvas Company several years ago at the age of 91, where he made marine upholstery and canvas.

John was an avid hunter and outdoorsman who looked forward to spending time at...

Evelyn D. Serrano

Evelyn D. Serrano

Jan 14, 2026

Evelyn D. Serrano, 79, of Clay, passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at St. Joseph’s Health Hospital. Born in Manila, Philippines on December 28, 1946 to the late Mariano and Lily Dawis. She attended and graduated from the University of Santo Tomas with a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology. She retired from CNY Internists in East Syracuse, NY as...

Pauline McGrath

Pauline McGrath

Jan 14, 2026

Pauline C. McGrath, 78, of Cicero, NY, passed peacefully surrounded by family on the evening of January 14. Pauline was born on July 8, 1947 to Samuel Farley and Angie (Assenza) King in Poughkeepsie, New York. It was here she met the love of her life, Michael McGrath Sr., and raised her loving family and two sons, Michael Jr. and...

Patricia M. Ostrander

Patricia M. Ostrander

Jan 13, 2026

Patricia M. Ostrander, gracefully transitioned from this life on January 12, 2026, at the Onondaga Center in Minoa, surrounded by her loving family. She was 74 years old. Born in Cortland on February 5, 1951, Patricia was the daughter of the late Edward and Eunice Beebe.

For many years, Patricia dedicated herself to her work at Smith Corona in Cortland, where...

Deborah S. Poniatowski

Deborah S. Poniatowski

Jan 12, 2026

Deborah Lynn Starr Poniatowski, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026 in Syracuse, New York, after a courageous battle with cancer.Deborah was born on November 7, 1955, in Houston, Texas, to Lawrence (Larry) Arthur Starr and Sandra Sue Smith Starr. She attended public school and graduated from South Houston High School in 1975....

Gary Robert Hartwell Sr.

Gary Robert Hartwell Sr.

Jan 11, 2026

Gary Robert Hartwell Sr., 80, of Canastota, passed away January 11, 2026. Gary was born in Oneida, New York on January 6, 1946 to Robert and Helen Hartwell. Gary was the owner of Aerie Security Service in Volushia County, Florida. In his free time, Gary was an avid hunter, enjoyed spending time with family and friends, loved his animals, especially...

Frederick Caccamo, Jr.

Frederick Caccamo, Jr.

Jan 11, 2026

Frederick Caccamo Jr., 67, passed away on January 11, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. A loving husband, father, brother, musician, and artist, he will be remembered for his unwavering dedication to his family, his creative spirit, and the many ways he enriched the lives of those around him.

A lifelong resident of the area, Fred was deeply devoted to his...

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