Leesa M. Catalano
Jun 11, 2025
Leesa M Catalano, 40, of Rochester, formerly of Syracuse, passed away June 11, 2025. Leesa was born in Syracuse, New York on September 24, 1984 to Theodore and Roxanne James Catalano. Leesa was previously employed by Subway in Newark NY. In her free time, she enjoyed diamond art, drawing and had a love for butterflies.
She was preceded in death...
Jeffrey D. Banta
Jun 11, 2025
Jeffrey D. Banta, 68 of Syracuse, NY, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. He was born on September 21, 1956 in Green Bay, WI to the late Edward “Jim” Banta.
After high school, he started a business repairing radios for local businesses. He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1976-1986. He moved his family to Central New York...
Lloyd Clookey
2025
Lloyd Clookey, a beloved member of the community and cherished family man, passed away on June 10, 2025, at the age of 70.
Born on June 20, 1954, Lloyd was known affectionately as the "Mayor of Oak Street," a testament to the warmth and kindness he radiated to everyone he encountered.
Lloyd proudly served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam...
Elpis (Timotheatos) Voutsinas
Jun 10, 2025
Elpis (Timotheatos) Voutsinas, 95, of Liverpool, passed away June 10, 2025 at her home peacefully surrounded by her family. Elpis was born in Lixouri, Kefalomia Greece on May 30, 1930. Elpis retired from the Syracuse City School District. She was a member of St. Sophia's Greek Orthodox Church and the Philophtochos Society. She enjoyed cooking, baking, music and dancing. She...
Irene Paninski
Jun 9, 2025
Irene Paninski, 81, of Cicero, passed away June 9, 2025. Irene was born in Syracuse, New York on March 23, 1944 to the late Joseph and Catherine Wojcik. She retired as a supervisor at Switz's in North Syracuse. She loved BINGO and most importantly loved spending time with her family.
She was predeceased by her husband, Ronald Paninski; brothers, Teddy, Richard,...
Randy L. Bowling
Jun 9, 2025
It was about the beginning of February of 1952 when all of the sudden, Randy started his journey into this world. His first stop was Jacksonville, Texas where he spent some time with his parents, Bobby and Jean along with his siblings Mitch and Mike. As he grew, his faith in God grew too, finding him another family to be...
Rolason "Tony" Jones
2025
Rolason Anthony "Tony" Jones, 72, of Syracuse, NY, passed away on June 9, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Rolason was born in Clifton Springs, NY on September 29, 1952, to Gordon H and Darlene A Jones of Marion, NY.
Rolason is survived by his son, Adam P. Jones and his daughter Rachel A. Jones; his loving partner Gloria Halko; her...
Jacob Raymond Kubacki
Jun 8, 2025
Jacob R. Kubacki, 34, of Baldwinsville, passed away from a brief illness, surrounded by his family, June 8, 2025. Jacob was born in Syracuse, NY on October 30, 1990 to Raymond and Suzanne (Reck) Kubacki.
A God-sent child, as healthy as could be, smart, and wise beyond his years, loved beyond measure. From a very early age, he loved tromping through...
John A. O'Dell
Jun 8, 2025
John A. O'Dell, 66, of Syracuse, passed away on June 8, 2025. John was born in Syracuse on February 15, 1959 son of the late Gary O'Dell and Eve Prunner. John retired from Pyramid Management Group in Syracuse .
He is survived by his brother, Michael Prunner, sister, Terri Cook, sons, Brian Peters, John A. O'Dell, Jr., daughter Aimee Sanford, along...
Jenneo Zapanta
2025
Jenneo was born in Quezon City, Philippines, on April 5, 1973, to Wilfredo and Amelia Zapanta.
Jenneo was well-known in the restaurant business and was recently employed as a chef at Kenzie's Restaurant. He excelled in the kitchen and had a true passion for cooking.
He enjoyed fishing and basketball in his free time and was a huge Eagles and NY Yankees...
Walter J. Leavery
Jun 8, 2025
Walter J. Leavery, 87, of Liverpool, passed away peacefully on Sunday June 8, 2025 at the Cottages at Garden Grove. Walter was born in Clayton, NY on May 9, 1938 son of the late Ray and Anna Leavery. Walter retired from Kemper Insurance in Syracuse. Walter was predeceased by his wife, Norma Leavery in 2001, his brothers & sisters; Francis...
Victor L. Barkley
2025
Victor L. Barkley, 80, of North Syracuse, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025 from a short illness.
Born in Belleville, NY and he moved to Bridgeport, New York where he attended North Syracuse High School. He served in the Army and then worked at Carrier/UTC Corp until he retired.
Surviving are his wife, Cecelia, of 55 years; son, Christopher; daughter, Cassandra;...
Nancy Jane Hill
Jun 7, 2025
Nancy Jane Hill, 76, of Syracuse, went to be with the Lord on June 7, 2025. Nancy was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania on December 16, 1948 to David and Dorothy Lewis.
Nancy retired from PACE, where she worked as a Caretaker. In her free time, she enjoyed spending time with her family. Nancy was a loving mother and special to many...
Carol A. Card
Jun 6, 2025
Carol A. Card, 74, of Manlius, passed away June 6, 2025. Carol was born in Syracuse, New York on November 9, 1950 to Franklin and Clara Bills. Carol retired from Burger King where she had been employed as a manager. In her free time, she enjoyed spending time with friends and family.
She was preceded in death by her parents. She...
Lori A. Downey
Jun 5, 2025
Lori A. Downey, 58 of Fayetteville, NY, passed away on June 5, 2025. She was born on February 21, 1967 in Syracuse, NY to Richard and Virginia Rosteck.
She loved cooking, traveling, camping and doing things for other people. She graduated from East Syracuse Minoa High School in 1985.
She is survived by her partner, Robert Drew; parents, Richard and Virginia Rosteck;...
Donald L. Cooter Jr.
Jun 4, 2025
Donald L. Cooter Jr., 57 of Syracuse, NY, passed away on June 4, 2025. He was born on June 18, 1967 in Syracuse, NY to the late Donald and Norma Cooter.
He loved watching football, cooking, fishing, camping, swimming and loved spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Carolyn; children, Donald (Alice) Cooter, Andy Cooter,...
Thomas A. Blair
Jun 4, 2025
Thomas A. Blair, a long-time resident of Waterville, NY, passed away on June 4, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on February 22, 1929, in North Brookfield, NY, Thomas led a life marked by dedication and service, both in his career and to his country.
Throughout his professional journey, Thomas was a valued manager with Rite Aid, where he traveled...
Lee D. Smith Sr.
Jun 4, 2025
Lee D. Smith, 44, of Syracuse, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at his daughter, Brionna's (Nate) home with loving family by his side. Lee was born in Syracuse, NY on December 20, 1980, son of Frederick W. Smith and Paula I. Kneeskern.
We want our son, father, brother, and friend to be remembered as a loving person, someone who...
Glenn Hockenberry
2025
Glenn Wood Hockenberry, 86, of Liverpool, New York, died of a broken heart on June 3, 2025, just 54 days after the unexpected passing of his wife, Carol.
Born in DuBois, Pennsylvania, to George Wood Hockenberry and Avanell Margaret Bloom, Glenn grew up in a family of railroaders in Punxsutawney. He was involved in Boy Scouts, earning the rank of Life...
Thaidra J. DeLooze Calabria
Jun 3, 2025
Thaidra DeLooze Calabria, 45 of Cicero, NY, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with cancer.
Thaidra is survived by her two beloved children; Raiah and Matthew DeLooze, who were the center of her world. She also leaves behind her devoted mother, Eda; her sister, Desiree and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by...
