Obituaries

Mary Kathleen Luke

Mary Kathleen Luke

Jun 2, 2019

Mary Kathleen (Lawrence) Luke, a lifelong Syracuse resident, passed away Sunday peacefully and expectedly at home.Kathy attended The Convent School, Mercyhurst University and Lemoyne College. She was a lifetime friend, mother, grandmother and Fig who will be missed but never forgotten. She is survived by her children Rob (Kelly) Luke and Patty Perless; grandchildren Ben, Nick, Chris and Sara and...

(Ganiyontha) Ruth Bellinger

(Ganiyontha) Ruth Bellinger

Jun 2, 2019

(Ganiyontha) Doris Ruth Bellinger, 89, of Brewerton, went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, June 2. Doris was born on October 21, 1929 on the Onondaga Nation, the daughter of the late Albert and Melinda Webster. She was a member of the Beaver Clan. Doris was an avid Yankee fan and enjoyed playing softball in her early years....

Michael S. Latocha

Michael S. Latocha

Jun 2, 2019

Michael S. LaTocha, 38, of Liverpool, passed away after a long illness. He was born in Syracuse on February 11, 1981 to Ronald and Linda LaTocha. He was formerly a Corrections Officer for Onondaga County. He was an avid gun enthusiast and loved the outdoors. Michael is survived by his mother, Linda and his father, Ron (Kathy) LaTocha; sons, Ashtyn...

Ret. Sfcrichard Scott

Ret. Sfcrichard Scott

Jun 1, 2019

Ret. SFC Richard Scott, 69, a native of Norfolk, VA, transitioned to Heaven on Saturday, June 1st. Richard was born to Ida May Copeland on Jan. 2, 1950 in Norfolk, VA. He was married to Pamela Tarboro on October 26, 2013. They were first-grade sweethearts and he even carried her books home from school. They found eachother later in life...

Rosemarie A. Mcginnis

Rosemarie A. Mcginnis

Jun 1, 2019

Rosemarie A. McGinnis, 86, of Manlius, NY passed away on Saturday. Rosemarie was born on June 13, 1932 in Little Falls, NY, the daughter of the late Protoczy and Blanche Roginiski. Rosemarie lived her life with tremendous Catholic Faith and love for her family. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and calligraphy as evidence by the many blankets and cards possessed by...

William J. Hackenfort Jr.

William J. Hackenfort Jr.

May 31, 2019

William J. Hackenfort Jr. of Cicero, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side. He was born in NYC on August 20, 1927 to the late William Sr. and Dorothy Hackenfort.He served with the Marine Corps during WWII. He was a NYS Trooper for 23 years and worked for Niagara Mohawk for 11 years.William is survived by his...

Marie (Keeler) North

Marie (Keeler) North

May 29, 2019

Marie (Keeler) North was welcomed into heaven on Wednesday, May 29th. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio on March 23, 1927. She spent most of her childhood in Jamestown, New York. She graduated from Niagara University with a BS in nursing and worked at the Veterans Hospitals in Miami, Florida and Syracuse, New York.She was pre-deceased by her parents, Lewis...

Denise R. Kochanek

Denise R. Kochanek

May 29, 2019

Denise R Kochanek 57, of Liverpool passed away unexpectedly Wednesday with her sister, family and friends beside her.She was born August 29, 1961 in Syracuse to the late Edward and Anna Kochanek-Caiella.Denise cherished time with friends and family, softball, entertaining, music and dancing, old movies, visiting the ADK, cooking, lifetime shows. She was strong willed, hard working, independent, loving, and...

Richard E. Olson

Richard E. Olson

May 29, 2019

Richard E. Olson passed away peacefully Wednesday May 29, 2019 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. He was born in Chicago, Illinois to Clarence and Margaret Olson and was the eldest of 4 boys. He was a Sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps and was stationed on Okinawa Japan during the Korean War. He was a salesman and entrepreneur...

James R. Dumas

James R. Dumas

May 28, 2019

James R. Dumas, 55, of Brewerton, passed away on Tuesday. He was born in Syracuse on November 21, 1963 son of Richard and Barbara Dumas. James was an avid Bills Fan and die-hard Yankee Fan. He also enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family.He is survived by his son, Daniel Minahan, brother, John (Kathaleen) Dumas, two sisters, Christine (Craig)...

Paul J. Korthas

Paul J. Korthas

May 27, 2019

Paul J. Korthas, 58, of Fulton passed away on Monday at Oswego City Hospital. Paul was born on September 20, 1960 the son of James Korthas and Elizabeth Allen. Paul enjoyed motorcycling, his family and most of all he loved life! Paul's last wish was for all his family to come together and forgive. Paul is survived by his longtime...

William J. Jellison

William J. Jellison

May 27, 2019

William J. Jellison, 77 of Camillus, passed away at home. Born on December 2, 1941 to the late Joseph and Frances Jellison. He worked for Allied Chemical Co., Solvay for 10 years. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Dianne; children, Jennifer Pemberton, Jeanette Bova and James (Michelle); grandchildren, Madeline Bova, Aurora Pemberton, Lily Jellison and Andrew Bova;...

Susan T. Snyder

Susan T. Snyder

May 27, 2019

Susan T. Snyder, 60, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully at home after a courageous battle with cervical cancer. She was born on March 25, 1959 to the late Bernard and Ruth Henley. She worked at Peter's IGA in the deli department for 15 years. Susan was a loving mother, and enjoyed being a grandmother even more. Her grandchildren were the...

Robert W. Kemp Iii

Robert W. Kemp Iii

May 26, 2019

Robert W. "Bob" Kemp III, 77, of Syracuse, passed away on Sunday. Bob graduated from Syracuse University. He was a very kind and generous person and he enjoyed the family pets. He was affectionately known by his family as "Uncle Billy".He is survived by his niece, Andrea "Jerry" Liedka; two nephews, Jerry (Debbie) Kemp and Michael (Erin) Kemp and several...

Carol Snyder

Carol Snyder

May 25, 2019

Carol Snyder, 78, of Central Square, passed away May 25, 2019. Carol was born in Boonville, New York on December 16, 1940 to the late Joseph and Iva Composto. In her free time, she enjoyed shopping, listening to music, and most of all spending time with her family.She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth.She is survived by her...

Eileen Blandford

Eileen Blandford

May 25, 2019

Eileen M Blandford, 74, of Liverpool, passed away May 25, 2019. Eileen was born in Saranac Lake, New York on April 16, 1945. Eileen owned and operated John H. Schumacher Inc. for many years. She was a social butterfly and the matriarch of Brennan's Beach. She enjoyed bowling, dancing, and being the life of the party. You could find her...

Joseph L. Vereen Jr.

Joseph L. Vereen Jr.

May 24, 2019

Joseph L. Vereen, Jr., 34, lifelong resident of Newark, New Jersey, went home to be with the Lord on May 24th. Joseph graduated from Hillside High School in Hillside, New Jersey. He attended Union County College and Union County Vocational Technical School where he was awarded a full scholarship to Johnson and Wales. He served as a Reverend in the...

Marilyn M. Bronchetti

Marilyn M. Bronchetti

May 24, 2019

Marilyn M. Bronchetti, "Candy", 73, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2019 surrounded by her loving family.Marilyn is survived by her daughters, Sharon (Joseph) Yager, Annette (Jimmy) Whitmire; her seven grandchildren, Melanie Yager, Joseph (Alyssa) Yager, Robert Edwards, Ryan Edwards, Katie Yager, Dante Whitmire & Alexus Whitmire; her siblings, sister, Priscilla (Grant) Cummings and brother, John W. Taylor Jr. along...

Edwin H. Felt

Edwin H. Felt

May 24, 2019

Edwin H. Felt, 89, of Baldwinsville, passed into the waiting arms of his Lord and Savior. Edwin graduated from Central High School in 1948. After high school, he entered the US Marine Corps where he served for 4 years during the Korean War, surviving the Battle of Chosin Reservoir and Inchon Landing. After attending Cortland State Teachers College, he became...

Todd Higley

Todd Higley

May 23, 2019

Ret. SFC Todd Frederick Higley, age 62 of Big Rock, TN, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2019 at Tennova Healthcare of Clarksville. He was born November 30, 1956 in Auburn, New York, son of the late Frederick Alfred and Mary Theresa Holcombe Higley. Mr. Higley retired from the United States Army after 22 years of service, and was a veteran...

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