Obituaries

Daniel Murphy

Daniel Murphy

Dec 2, 2025

Daniel J. Murphy, 78, of Cicero, passed away on December 1, 2025. Daniel was born in Syracuse, New York on May 10, 1947 to the late Daniel and Irene Murphy.

Daniel retired after 33 years of service at New Process Gear and he had also worked at Adesa of Syracuse. He was a Corvette fan and attended the Nationals every season...

Barbara Sleight

Barbara Sleight

2025

Barbara Sleight, 91, was gathered to her Lord after a fruitful life. She was born February 26, 1934, in Cranford, NJ, to Roger S and Alma K (Von den Deale) Breck. The family moved to Syracuse, NY, at the time when Carrier Corporation, for whom her father worked, brought operations there in 1937. Barbara graduated from Nottingham High School in...

Allen D. Casler

Allen D. Casler

Dec 1, 2025

Allen D. Casler, 50, of Liverpool, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025 at Upstate Hospital. Allen was born in Syracuse on September 4, 1975 son of Dames and Natalie Casler. 

Allen was employed at ESM School District as a bus driver in East Syracuse. Allen loved riding his motorcycle, kayaking, roller derby, where he was a referee for many years....

Gloria A. Sciortino

Gloria A. Sciortino

Dec 1, 2025

Gloria A. Sciortino, a beloved wife, mother and sister, passed away on December 1, 2025, in Syracuse, NY, where she was born on March 28, 1953.

Throughout her life, Gloria was remarkably involved in her children's activities. She took on the role of coach for Sheri's softball team and actively participated in the Parent Teacher Association (PTA). Her ability to engage...

Rose Marie Tout

Rose Marie Tout

Nov 30, 2025

Rose Marie Tout, 83, of Minoa, NY passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025. Rosie was born on September 11, 1942, in Rochester, NY  daughter of the late Ed and Belle Burns. 

She retired from Syracuse University in 2003 where she worked at the School of Social Work. Rosie found great strength in her faith and spent countless hours volunteering and...

John Butwin

John Butwin

Nov 30, 2025

John Butwin, 67, of Jamesville, passed away November 30, 2025. 

John was born in Syracuse, New York on November 22, 1958 to the late Emil and Anne Butwin. He was predeceased by his sister, Roseanne Dedell; and brother, Michael Butwin. 

He is survived by his wife, Ann Butwin; daughter, Mary Kristen Butwin; sons, Daniel and Sean; two brothers, Joseph Butwin, Mark (Terri)...

Myrna L. Pierce

Myrna L. Pierce

Nov 30, 2025

Myrna L. Pierce, 86, of Syracuse, passed away November 30, 2025. Myrna was born in LasVegas, Nevada on March 15, 1939 to David and Gertha Linge. Myrna retired from General Electric, Syracuse. In her free time, she enjoyed going to dinner at the Casino, spending time with family and friends and she liked pug dogs especially Sally, her pug.

She was...

Carol A. Phillips

Carol A. Phillips

Nov 30, 2025

Carol A. Phillips, 73, of Syracuse, passed away November 30, 2025. Carol was born in Ashtabula, Ohio on March 6, 1952 to Alfred and Margaret Bowles. 

Carol retired from Sunnyside Nursing Home in East Syracuse. In her free time, she enjoyed gambling, playing the lottery, was an avid bowler and enjoyed spending time with her children. She was preceded in death...

Susan McNitt

Susan McNitt

Nov 30, 2025

Susan McNitt, 79, of Williamstown, passed away peacefully at home on November 30, 2025. Susan was born in Oswego, New York on April 7, 1946 to the late Elmer and Ruth Last. 

She studied very hard to become an LPN after having six children. She worked for many years at Oswego Hospital and as an in home respite nurse. She enjoyed...

Stephen Schad

Stephen Schad

2025

Stephen M. Schad, a beloved son, brother, partner, friend, and mentor, passed away on November 29, 2025, at the age of 71. A musician extraordinaire, sound guru, and lighting genius, Steve embodied the rare gift of turning passion into purpose. He often said he never worked a day in his life, because every moment spent in music and production was...

Doreen A. Bouissey

Doreen A. Bouissey

Nov 29, 2025

Doreen Bouissey, 57, passed away November 29th, after a long battle with cancer. She passed peacefully at home, surrounded by her family and closest, dearest friends.

Doreen was born in Syracuse, NY and remained a lifelong resident. She attended Henninger High School and graduated in 1986. After high school, she became a computer operator for Pomco Insurance Company.

Despite her long battle...

Deborah L. Frank

Deborah L. Frank

Nov 29, 2025

Deborah Lee Frank, born in Boonville, NY on November 8, 1951, passed away on Saturday Novermber 29, 2025 at home, surrounded by loving family at 74, after a 26-year battle with breast cancer. Predeceased by her youngest child, Kevin Frank in 2014, Deb was looking forward to reuniting with him and other loved ones. Deb found immense happiness and created...

Sue M. Wickham

Sue M. Wickham

Nov 28, 2025

Sue M. Wickham, 79, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025, surrounded by the love she spent her life giving so freely.

Sue had a gift for caring for others. Nothing brought her more joy than being with children - especially her grandchildren. She was a devoted caregiver to Jake Sabine, Amber Lee Reeves, Bryce Sabine, and Jonathan Isabell. She happily...

Harmony J. Dunfield

Harmony J. Dunfield

Nov 27, 2025

Harmony Jade (Murray) Dunfield passed away unexpectedly on the morning of November 27, 2025. She was only 50. Harmony was born on June 16, 1975 in Syracuse, NY to Judith Murray. She was intelligent and witty with a dry humor that had a dark streak, typical of her family. Harm had a beautiful voice. She was a featured player in...

Anthony J. "Tony" Gianni

Anthony J. "Tony" Gianni

Nov 26, 2025

Anthony J ."Tony" Gianni, 80, of Liverpool, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. Tony was a life resident of Syracuse. He was owner and operator of A.J. Gianni Construction for over 50 years. 

Tony was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. His biggest joy was spending time with his family. Tony also enjoyed...

Sally Sorbello

Sally Sorbello

2025

Sally Sorbello, born on December 25, 1946, in the warmth of family joy, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2025, leaving behind a tapestry of memories woven with love and laughter.

For over 30 years, Sally dedicated herself to her career as a hairdresser, ultimately retiring from J.C. Penney's, where she became a beloved figure among her clients and colleagues alike,...

Harmony Noelle Denney

Harmony Noelle Denney

Nov 25, 2025

Harmony Noelle Denney

Born sleeping on November 22, 2025 at 2:35pm.

She is survived by her parents, Jacob and Evelyn Denney; siblings, Aariah, Elsie, and Xander.

She is also survived by her grandparents, Alfred and Linda Parler and Raymond and Jody Duvall. As well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Harmony may have been born sleeping, and she was Perfect and Beautiful.

Still Loved.

Still Missed.

Still...

Charles A. Maher Jr.

Charles A. Maher Jr.

Nov 24, 2025

Charles Albert Maher Jr., 74, of Liverpool, passed away November 24, 2025. Charles was born in Syracuse, New York on April 25, 1951 to Charles and Lila Maher.

 In his free time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and cooking. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Sr.

He is survived by his son, Charles (Tina) Maher III; daughter, Maryemma (Troy)...

Anita Haynes

Anita Haynes

2025

Anita Haynes (AKA Weezy), 65, of Syracuse, passed away on November 23, 2025.

Anita was born in Jacksonville, Florida on July 15, 1960 and was raised in Syracuse, NY to Marshall Trapp and Mary Scoville.

Anita retired from Taco Bell in 1999. She was a huge Harry Potter fan. In her free time, she enjoyed reading her Harry Potter books and watching...

Mary T. Swift

Mary T. Swift

Nov 23, 2025

Mary T. Swift, 86, of Syracuse, NY, passed away on November 23, 2025. She was born in Sandy Creek, NY on September 22, 1939 to the late John Rivers and Mary Rivers.

 She loved spending time with family, animals, shopping and gardening.

 She is survived by her children, John Moyer, Mary Moyer, Sandy Swift and Mimi Graham; 24 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.

 Predeceased...

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