Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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...
Michael B. Flowers
Jan 11, 2026
Michael Blair Flowers, 57, passed away on January 11, 2025, in North Syracuse, New York. Born on February 25, 1968, in Buffalo, New York, Michael lived a life marked by dedication to his work, deep love for music, and strong family bonds.
For 35 years, Michael worked tirelessly leading facilities and maintenance at Clay Court Apartments. His commitment and work ethic...
Lucille Katherine Roop
Jan 8, 2026
Lucille Katherine Roop, 85, passed away on January 8, 2026 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Manlius. Lucel, Loo, Lucy, Loocheel, and Aunt Cele were what she answered to but her first name was always “friend”.
Born on May 31, 1940 in Montpelier, VT, Lucille was the daughter of the late Harold and Frances Roop and sister of the late George and...
Kirk Alan MacMillan
2026
It is with deep sorrow that our family announces the passing of Kirk Alan MacMillan, 84, on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at St Joseph’s Hospital. Born in Lockport, NY, to Pauline and Vernon MacMillan, he spent much of his youth in Nedrow, NY. He graduated from Onondaga Central High School, class of 1963, and went on to attend CCBI.
His true...
Joanna M. Janiak
Jan 8, 2026
Joanna M. Janiak (Franke), passed away on January 8, 2026. She was born on March 16, 1950 in Washington, DC to John C. and Agnes M. Franke. She graduated from UrsuLine Academy High School in Bethesda, MD in June of 1968.
Joanna, already being an accomplished ballet dancer, a well recognized equestrian and a competitive swimmer for the Takoma Swim Club...
Paul Vincent Lent
Jan 8, 2026
Paul Vincent Lent, 52 of Liverpool, NY, passed away at home on January 8, 2026. He was born in Syracuse, NY on February 15, 1973 to the late Paul and Barbara Lent.
Paul’s life was all about music. He was in the band, Libertine for many years. He was fortunate enough to travel to many different places. He loved to read,...
Dominic Fennell-Perkins
Jan 7, 2026
Dominic Fennell-Perkins was born on March 14, 1996, in Portsmouth, VA at Portsmouth General Hospital. He attended Portsmouth and Virginia Beach Public Schools, where he graduated with honors. He was a source of joy, laughter, and a light to everyone fortunate enough to know him. Dominic possessed a warm smile, a gentile spirit, and a heart that loved deeply and...
Frances M. Daly
Jan 7, 2026
Frances Marie Daly passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on January 7, 2026, surrounded by the promise of reunion with loved ones who have gone before her. She was born on February 18, 1943, in Brooklyn, New York, the beloved daughter of Charles and Columbia Ferrara, sister to Charles Ferrara, and the late Anthony Ferrara.
In 1961,...
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