Obituaries

Judith Ann Gill

Judith Ann Gill

Aug 30, 2026

Judith Ann Gill passed away on August 30, 2026, at her home in Syracuse. She was born on August 10, 1945, in Syracuse, New York, and throughout her life remained deeply connected to the communities she called home, residing in East Syracuse, Delphi Falls, Eaton, and Syracuse.

Judith was a longtime employee at Phillips Broadband and Lockheed-Martin. She was also a...

Scott M. Travers

Scott M. Travers

Aug 30, 2026

Scott M. Travers, 59, of Syracuse, passed away August 30, 2026. Scott was born in Syracuse, New York on March 17, 1967 to Michael and Janet Travers. In his free time, he played football, basketball, baseball, softball and wrestling. His favorite teams were the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Yankees. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. His...

Amber Clookey

Amber Clookey

Aug 29, 2026

Amber Clookey passed away on August 29, 2026, at the age of 40. Born on November 6, 1985, Amber will be remembered as a free spirit whose presence brought warmth, honesty, and care to those around her.

Amber loved cooking and baking, especially cookies and cakes, and she found great joy in spending time with her children. She was a devoted...

Jeffrey T. Perks

Jeffrey T. Perks

Aug 29, 2026

Jeffrey T. Perks, 57 of Bridgeport, NY, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2026. He was born in Syracuse, NY on April 28 , 1969 to the late Paul and Mary Perks.

 Jeff loved fishing, working on his RC cars and was a horticulturist. 

He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Tracey; children, Veronica (Adam) Perks, Sidney (Korey) Perks, Jeffrey...

Samuel McDonald

Samuel McDonald

Aug 27, 2026

Samuel McDonald, 57, of Syracuse, passed away on August 27, 2026 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

He was born on July 31, 1969, to David sr. and Irene (Brysson) Roberts in Troy, NY.

For many years, Samuel worked as a Forklift Driver for BCI.

On December 3, 2011, he married Jolie, and together they spent their lives in Syracuse, New York.

He was an avid...

Jordan Peyer

Jordan Peyer

Aug 26, 2026

Jordan Peyer went to be with the Lord on August 26, 2026 at the age of 26.

Jordan was born on February 11, 2000, in Syracuse, New York to Robert (Bob) and Carol Peyer. Jordan graduated from Liverpool High School in 2018; a lover of music, theatre, and performing onstage, Jordan’s high school career was defined by his participation in Liverpool...

Louis F. Naples

Louis F. Naples

Aug 26, 2026

Louis F. Naples, 80 of Cicero, NY, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. He was born in Syracuse, NY on June 4, 1946 to the late Louis N. Naples and Frances O’Brien.

 Louis was a painter for many years and later assisted his wife, Lynne K. Naples with her own business, B.A.T., an alcohol and drug testing company for CDL...

Heidi B. Blair

Heidi B. Blair

Aug 26, 2026

Heidi B. Blair passed away on August 26, 2026, at Crouse Hospital. She was born on May 29, 1962, in Glens Falls, New York.

Heidi will be remembered as someone who loved camping and the outdoors. Time spent outside brought her joy, and that love was a meaningful part of her life.

She is survived by her loving husband, Kevin Blair. She...

Nancy Brower

Nancy Brower

Aug 26, 2026

Nancy Wilmot Brower passed away suddenly on August 26, 2026. Born to Roland and Helen Wilmot, Nancy grew up in Syracuse. She worked as a CNA for St Joseph’s Hospital and St. Camillus for 20 years. She loved taking day trips, reading books and enjoying a nice breakfast out with her brother. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Nancy...

Gerald Downey

Gerald Downey

Aug 25, 2026

Gerald Downey, 30, of Cicero, passed away August 25, 2026. He was born in Syracuse, New York, on May 3, 1996, to David and Peggy Downey.

Gerald worked in Tully’s corporate offices alongside members of his family and many friends while working towards a degree in early childhood education, with the goal of becoming a first-grade teacher.

Gerald was a friend to...

Brian H. Auringer

Brian H. Auringer

Aug 25, 2026

Brian H. Auringer, 58, of Bridgeport, NY passed away August 25, 2026. Brian was born in Syracuse, New York on February 26, 1968 to Howard Auringer and Diane Rienhardt. Brian was raised and attended school in the Valley area of Syracuse. He later moved to Bridgeport, NY.  Brian had been employed by Carrier Corporation where he was an assembler. He...

Harold J. Mundstock

Harold J. Mundstock

Aug 25, 2026

Harold Mundstock, 80, of North Syracuse, passed away August 25, 2026.

He was born on July 2, 1946, in Carthage, NY, to James and Priscilla Mundstock.

Harold graduated from Copenhagen High School in 1964.

He served in the United States Army and was a proud Vietnam veteran.

Harold was an employee of ACME Markets and afterwards worked extensively in the HVAC industry, first with...

Michael D. Shaffer

Michael D. Shaffer

Aug 25, 2026

Michael D. Shaffer, 74, of Jamesville, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2026 at Crouse Hospital after a brief illness.

He was born on November 3, 1951 to Richard and Aline (Blais) Shaffer in Syracuse, New York.

Michael was affectionately known as the unofficial mayor of Jamesville. A friend to everyone, always ready with a smile, a hello, a story or a...

Thomas A. Witz

Thomas A. Witz

Aug 25, 2026

Thomas A. Witz, 85 of Cicero, NY, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. He was born in Syracuse, NY on May 6, 1941 to the late Lawrence and Rosemary (King) Witz.

 He loved hunting and spending time with his family and friends. He was a proud and active member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cicero.

 Survived by his children, Edward...

Merle L. Johnson

Merle L. Johnson

Aug 24, 2026

Merle L. Johnson, 100, of North Syracuse, NY, passed peacefully from this life to her eternal heavenly home on Monday August 24, 2026. She loved her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, her family, and her friends, and they loved her and will dearly miss her. She was born in 1926, to the late Frederick and Pearl Ammann of Rome, NY....

Lester John Cottet

Lester John Cottet

Aug 24, 2026

Lester John Cottet, 88, of Syracuse, passed away on August 24, 2026 in his home.

Born on February 16, 1938 to Lester and Florence (Goettel) Cottet, he spent his life here in Syracuse, where he had many jobs, including holding the position of Head Custodian for Syracuse City School District. Lester also served in the U.S. Air Force as a part...

Virginia Jones

Virginia Jones

Aug 24, 2026

Virginia “Ginny” Jones passed away on August 24, 2026, at Crouse Hospital after a brief illness. She was born on July 30, 1939, in Syracuse, and will be remembered with deep love by all who knew her. 

Ginny built a life centered on faith, family, and devotion to others. She worked for 21 years at Health Services Association (PHP) in Syracuse...

Michael Kipp

Michael Kipp

Aug 23, 2026

Michael Kipp, 46, of Syracuse, NY passed away unexpectedly on August 23, 2026. He was born on January 10, 1980 in Syracuse NY. Mike was the beloved son of the late Sandra Wager. His loss is deeply felt by his family, friends and countless people who were touched by his kindness and compassion for others.

Mike spent his career in construction,...

Shirley M. McFadden

Shirley M. McFadden

Aug 23, 2026

Shirley M. McFadden, 88 of Syracuse, NY and formerly of Andrews, SC, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026. She was born in Andrews, SC on July 2, 1938 to the late Walter and Jannie Graham.

 She worked at Syracuse University for over 30 years. Shirley enjoyed watching basketball, especially the New York Knicks and Syracuse Basketball. She also loved fishing,...

Catherine "Cathy" Simoneau

Catherine "Cathy" Simoneau

Aug 23, 2026

Catherine "Cathy" F. Simoneau, 57, of Mattydale, passed away August 23, 2026. Catherine was born in Miami, Florida, on February 3, 1969 to John and Sharon Konetzki.

Cathy retired from Walgreens after 25 years as a store manager. In her free time, she enjoyed crafting and spending time with her grandchildren and her family. 

She loved watching her TV shows. Cathy had...

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