James Nitzke
Aug 30, 2018
James A. Nitzke, 74, of Central Square, NY, passed away in Zephrhills, FL on August 30, 2018. He was born in Syracuse, NY on May 25,1944 to Ruth D., and Arthur T. Nitzke. Jim retired from Vantage Equipment in 2011 as a forklift mechanic for over 40 years. He also was President of the Maple Bay Rod and Gun Club...
Antoinette Louise
Aug 30, 2018
Antoinette Louise, 76, of North Syracuse, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. She loved playing bingo and spending time with all of her friends at The Malta House. She is survived by her children, Maria Bilecki, Deanna (Brett) Camp, Charles (Lisa) Gunnip, Renee Van Camp, Michelle (Michael) Dean, Billy (Renee) Louise and Joey (Rachel) Louise; several grandchildren, three...
Danford Joseph Backus Iii
Aug 29, 2018
Danford Joseph Backus III, 41, of Cicero, passed away August 29, 2018. Danny was born in Syracuse, New York on February 11, 1977 to Danford Backus Jr. and Irene Backus Miscione.A U.S. Navy Veteran, Dan was stationed in Bremerton, WA with USS Rainier (AOE-7) as a Gunners Mate and traveled around the world. He quickly worked his way up the...
Margaret C. Della Valle
Aug 29, 2018
Margaret "Peggy" C. Della Valle, 81, of North Syracuse, passed away on Wednesday surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Syracuse to the late Thomas and Helen Brown. She was predeceased by her twin brother, James in 1964. Margaret was a graduate of Assumption High School and Maria Regina College. She worked at Kiddie-Garten Nursery School and then...
Cynthia A. Williams
Aug 29, 2018
Cynthia A. Williams, 62, of North Syracuse, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. She was a waitress for more than 40 years, most recently at Serpico's Restaurant and The Turning Stone Casino. She enjoyed the casino, Yankees Baseball, SU Basketball/Football, listening to Letizia and The Z Band, visiting with her friends at local restaurants, and loved "stories" about...
Robert M. Skurpski
Aug 28, 2018
Robert M. Skurpski, 85, of East Syracuse, passed away on Tuesday in Augusta, GA surrounded by family. He was born in Syracuse, NY on July 24, 1933 son of the late Frank and Mary Skurpski. Bob served in the US Marines Corps. during the Korean War.Bob retired from Western Electric in East Syracuse after many years. In 1954 he was...
Joyce Marie Migdal
Aug 28, 2018
August 28, 2018Joyce Marie Migdal, 78 of Solvay, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 15, 1940 in Syracuse to the late Royal and Laura Casler. She was a homemaker, loved reading, bingo, crossword puzzles and spending time with her family. She is survived by her children, Shannon (Ken) Scott, Karen Rush, Laurie (Jeff) Cook, Jay...
Dolores Elaine Bohne
Aug 27, 2018
Dolores E. Bohne, 75, of Mattydale, passed away unexpectedly on Monday. She was born in Syracuse to the late James and Rita Nolan. Dolores enjoyed playing cards, making crafts, and spending time with her family, especially her only great-grandson, "Super chunk". She was predeceased by her husband, Terry Bohne, Sr.Dolores is survived by her children, Michael C. DiMura, Terry (Jen)...
Elizabeth Demong
Aug 26, 2018
Elizabeth (Betsy) Demong, 91, passed away peacefully on Sunday at Elderwood in Liverpool after surviving multiple health setbacks. She was born on October 3, 1926 in Pearl River, NY, the daughter of Adolph and Eda Ann Grimm. She was always proud to be related to the Grimm Brothers of fairy tale fame. She graduated at age 20 from Syracuse University...
Lillian L Schermerhorn
Aug 26, 2018
Lillian L. Schermerhorn, 83, of Chittenango, passed away August 26, 2018. Lillian was born in Tonawanda, on November 29, 1934. She volunteered for many years for the Food Pantry of Chittenango and Peace Inc. She liked ceramics, and her dachshund dogs. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Lawrence; and a daughter, Milinda Schermerhorn. She is...
Mary E. Desjardins
Aug 25, 2018
Mary E. Desjardins, 93, of Cleveland, passed away on Saturday at home with family by her side. Mary was born in Utica on April 19, 1925, the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Nuccio. She was united in marriage to David Desjardins on October 19, 1946. She was predeceased by her husband and her son Mark.Mary is survived by...
Emma Zullo
Aug 24, 2018
Emma Zullo, 85, passed away on Friday at Crouse Hospital. Emma was born on June 24, 1933, the daughter of the late Louis and Lily Vecchio. Emma enjoyed reading, her grandchildren, helping others and spending time with family. She was predeceased by her son, Kevin Carleo, husband, Aldo Zullo, sisters, Margaret Cohen and Carolyn Crisci.Emma is survived by her son,...
Kenneth R. Greene
Aug 22, 2018
Kenneth 'Bob' Greene, 85, of Redfield, NY, passed away Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at the home of his daughter, following a short illness.Kenneth was born in Syracuse on April 22, 1933 to the late Kenneth E. Greene and Edith Switzer Greene. He attended Syracuse schools, and proudly served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War era as a...
Adam Doud Hotchkiss
Aug 21, 2018
Adam Doud Hotchkiss, 21 of Liverpool, passed away unexpectedly. He was born on May 21, 1997 in Syracuse to David and Renee (Gladstone) Hotchkiss. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying fishing, hunting and spending time with his family and friends. Adam is survived by his parents; brother, Dylan Sobey ( Sierra Vasiliou); Grandparents, Martin (Janice) Gladstone and Patricia (Stephen) Mast;...
Richard Pollard
Aug 20, 2018
Richard, b.k.a "Tutu", passed on Monday, August 20, 2018 at the age of 74, after a lengthy battle with cancer in Syracuse, New York. Richard was born to the late Edward Pollard and Julia Kate Pollard (nee Washington) in St. Stephens, Virginia, King and Queen County and thereafter moved to New York where he resided and worked for many years.He...
Anita Lando
Aug 19, 2018
Anita Lando, 75, of Syracuse, passed away August 19, 2018. Anita was born in Syracuse, New York on April 13, 1943 to the late Carl and Dorothy Andrus. Anita loved Nascar racing, wrestling, and bingo. She is survived by her three daughters, Tina (Michael) Panek, Donna Lando, Val (Greg) Lando; four sons, Pete (Sherry) Lando, Greg (Elisa) Lando, Mike (Mary)...
Joyce G. Byron
Aug 19, 2018
Joyce G Byron, 83, of North Syracuse, passed away August 19, 2018. She was born in Lake Placid, New York on April 23, 1935 to the late Frederick and Ethel Gladd. Joyce was a competitive figure skater in her youth. She loved traveling, RV-ing, camping, knitting, crocheting, her dogs, and the Adirondacks, especially Hoel Pond. Joyce is survived by her...
Beverly J. Hunold
Aug 19, 2018
Beverly J. Hunold, 83, of West Monroe, passed away August 19, 2018. Beverly was born in Syracuse, New York on April 12, 1935 to the late Joseph West and Bernadine Trapp. Bev was a caring soul and will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her. She is survived by her Husband of 64 years, Stanley Hunold; Daughter, Kelly (Thomas)...
Norbert A. Kieffer
Aug 17, 2018
Norbert A. Kieffer, 86 of Jamesville, passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side. He proudly served in the US Army, was an avid sportsman and loved spending time with his family. Norbert is survived by his loving wife, June; children, Stephen (Kristi) of Colorado, Norbert (Lynette) of Brewerton, Michael (Jennifer) of W. Monroe, Cynthia (Michael) Lennon of...
Cindy J. Horsford
Aug 16, 2018
Cindy J. Horsford, 53, passed away on Thursday at St. Joseph's Hospital. Cindy was born on May 6, 1965, the daughter of Carl, Sr. and Joan Horsford. Cindy enjoyed spending time with family & friends. She also loved animals and going to the Motocross Races. She will be missed be all.Cindy is survived by her father, Carl, her siblings; William...