Obituaries

Victor L. Barkley

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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...

Peary Tompkins

Peary Tompkins

Jun 2, 2025

Peary Tompkins Sr., 91, of Mallory, NY, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025. He was born on December 5, 1933, and was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend to all who knew him.

Peary was preceded in death by his loving wife, Carol, with whom he shared many cherished years. He is survived by his son, Peary (Lori) Tompkins Jr.,...

Alyce R. Miller

Alyce R. Miller

Jun 2, 2025

Alyce R. Miller, 88 passed away June 2, 2025 at Oneida Extended Care due to the progression of dementia. Alyce was born to the late Frank and Ethel Allen and raised in the Oneida area her whole life. 

She enjoyed her outings to play bingo at Turning Stone Casino with her friends, Connie and Diane. 

She was predeceased by a son, Daniel...

Michael J. Hanover

Michael J. Hanover

2025

Michael J. Hanover, a longtime member of the Cape Cod community, passed away on June 1, 2025, at the age of 67.

Born on September 2, 1957, Michael lived a life with love, laughter, and a commitment to his passions.

For 15 years, Michael served as the Inn Keeper at the Seadar Inn by the Sea, where he created a welcoming environment...

Gerald E. Decoeur

Gerald E. Decoeur

May 31, 2025

Gerald E. Decoeur, 95, of Liverpool, passed away May 31, 2025. Gerald was born in Tupper Lake, New York on September 19, 1929 to Aristid and Winifred Decoeur.

While serving with the Army during the Korean War, Gerald was helping a fellow serviceman with a home study course on drafting, realizing he could master this skill Gerald would use this knowledge...

Brenda L. Easter

Brenda L. Easter

May 31, 2025

Brenda L. Easter, 64 of Baldwinsville, NY, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at her home with her family by her side.

 She was born on April 7, 1961 in Syracuse, NY to the late Joseph and Marguerite St. Andrew.

 She worked as a LPN at St. Joseph’s Hospital and loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

 She is survived...

Jody L. Rogers

Jody L. Rogers

May 31, 2025

Jody L. Rogers passed away peacefully May 31, 2025. She was born April 25, 1958, in Auburn, NY, to Raymond G. Phelps, Jr., and Jeanne Reppard Phelps. Jody will always be remembered for her passion for life. She was a graduate of Skaneateles Central School and Cortland State College with a degree in Recreation. She was an accomplished athlete of...

Charles R. Bates

Charles R. Bates

May 30, 2025

Charles R. Bates, born on December 12, 1956, in Syracuse, NY, passed away on May 30, 2025.

Throughout his life, Charles enjoyed crossword puzzles that entertained him for hours. His passion for music was evident in his extensive collection of CDs, which he proudly curated over the years.

Charles is survived by his daughter, Virginia Martinez. He was also a grandfather to...

Michelle Macina

Michelle Macina

May 30, 2025

Michelle J. Macina, 40, departed this life on May 30, 2025. Michelle was born in Syracuse, New York on September 21st 1984 to Burt Carroll and Patricia Davis. Michelle worked as a CNA for 17 years. 

In her free time, she enjoyed reading and spending time with family. Michelle was a great daughter, an amazing sister, an awesome mother and a...

Samaritan D. Johnson

Samaritan D. Johnson

May 29, 2025

Samaritan D. Johnson, 46 of Syracuse, NY passed away on May 29, 2025 at his home.

 He was born in Syracuse, NY on August 7, 1978 to Charles and Martha Johnson.

 He graduated from SUNY College at Cortland in 2003 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sports Management.

 He loved to golf, listening to music and grilling.

 He is survived by his mother,...

Barry W. Dutter

Barry W. Dutter

2025

Barry W. Dutter, 72, entered heaven in the early hours of May 29, 2025.

He is survived by his wife Lisa, his sons Michael Dutter, Nate Britt, and Michael Britt, as well as his siblings: brother Dare (Marybeth), sister Darianne (Nick), and brother Kerry.

Remembered as an athlete, a teacher, a coach, a servant in the church, and most of all as...

Susan C. Paninski

Susan C. Paninski

May 29, 2025

Susan (Gilbert) Paninski, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025, after a brief and courageous battle with breast cancer. Born on July 8, 1954, to Marylou and William Gilbert, Susan’s life was defined by passion, compassion, and an unwavering devotion to her family and community.

A proud graduate of the Crane School of Music, Susan followed her calling as a music...

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