Obituaries

Benjamin J. Harkola

Benjamin J. Harkola

Oct 3, 2011

Benjamin J. HarkolaOctober 3, 2011Benjamin J.Harkola, 93, of Camillus died Monday October 3, 2011 at Loretto. He retired from New Process Gear. He was a US Army veteran serving in WWII. He was predeceased by his wife Margaret, daughters, Margaret Menkins and Susan Golembieski; son, Thomas Harkola.Surviving are a daughter, Mary Pat Gnatowsky; a brother, Chester Harkola; four grandchildren, four...

Mildred Emilybirdsall Wilber

Mildred Emilybirdsall Wilber

Oct 3, 2011

Mildred Emily Birdsall WilberOctober 3, 2011Mildred Emily Birdsall Wilber began her life on October 9, 1928 in Gilbertsville, NY (Otsego County). She was the 6th child, of 10, born to Alice Minerva Day and John Gadsby Birdsall. She is predecreased by her parents as well as her siblings John Sumner, Howard, Beulah, Helen, Sumner (Sam), and Robert.When asked what she...

Clarence S.€˜Larry’ Potvin, Jr.

Clarence S.€˜Larry’ Potvin, Jr.

Oct 2, 2011

Clarence S. 'Larry' Potvin, Jr.October 2, 2011Clarence S. 'Larry' Potvin, Jr., 87 of Liverpool passed away on Sunday at the VA Hospital. He was born June 20, 1924 in Tupper Lake, NY son of Clarence and Mary Potvin, Sr. Larry graduated from LeMoyne College and was a probation officer for Onondaga County for over 30 years retiring in 1986. He...

Florence P. Goodell

Florence P. Goodell

Oct 2, 2011

Florence P. GoodellOctober 2, 2011Florence P. Goodell, 88, of Cicero, passed away on Sunday at her home surrounded by her family. She was born December 30, 1922 in Syracuse a daughter of Hawley and Helen Pardee. She drove school bus for 34 years for special needs children in the N. Syracuse School District. Florence was a charter member of the...

Rosemary Fencil

Rosemary Fencil

Oct 2, 2011

Rosemary Fencil, 64, of Brewerton, New York died unexpectedly Sunday, October 2, 2011 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Syracuse, New York. Rosemary was loved by her family and friends, she will be greatly missed. She was employed with Advanced D.C. Motors, Inc. in E. Syracuse. Rosemary enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and her semi annual trips to...

Krista J. King

Krista J. King

Oct 1, 2011

Krista J. KingOctober 1, 2011Krista J. King, 65, passed away on Saturday. She is predeceased by her father, Richard Palmiter.She is survived by her son, Brandon King; mother, Katie Palmiter; sister, Susan Palmiter (Rich Phillips); a paternal aunt and many cousins.Memorial services will be Monday, 1PM at New Comer Funeral Home, N. Syracuse.In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made...

Edward T. Carney

Edward T. Carney

Oct 1, 2011

Edward T. Carney, 80, of Syracuse, New York died Saturday, October 1, 2011 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Syracuse. Ed worked as a Chef at several area restaurants. He was very active with the Ida Benderson Senior Center where he volunteered as a cook. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Maryann in 1997.Surviving are a son, Edward (Mary Ann)...

Leonard P. Fairfield, Jr.

Leonard P. Fairfield, Jr.

Sep 30, 2011

Leonard P. "Lennie" Fairfield, 40, of Cicero, New York died Friday, September 30, 2011 at home following a long illness. Lennie was very active in youth baseball and basketball from coaching to mentoring children of all ages. He was member of the Corvette Club of Syracuse and a communicant of St. Margaret's Church. Surviving are his wife of 12 years...

Charlotte M. Johnson

Charlotte M. Johnson

Sep 29, 2011

Charlotte M. Johnson, 88, of Syracuse, New York died Thursday, September 29, 2011 with her loving family by her side. She worked in the Café at the MONY building. Charlotte was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother and was an avid NY Yankee fan. She was predeceased by her husband, Floyd Johnson in 1975.Surviving are three daughters, Cheryl (Gary) Brocious,...

Laverne G. Harris, Sr.

Laverne G. Harris, Sr.

Sep 29, 2011

LaVerne G. Harris, Sr.September 29, 2011LaVerne G. Harris, Sr., 66 of N. Syracuse, passed away on Thursday at home with the presence of his twin brother, Verne and wife Mary. He was born on April 9, 1945 in Herkimer, a son of the late Russell and Vivian Lawton Harris. He was a security officer for Church & Dwight and worked...

H. Ray Holland

H. Ray Holland

Sep 28, 2011

H. Ray HollandSeptember 28, 2011H. Ray Holland, 69, of Liverpool, passed away Wednesday. He is survived by his wife, Johnnie; sons, Barry and Tim Holland. At Ray's request, there will be no Services or calling hours.

Michael E. Rudy

Michael E. Rudy

Sep 27, 2011

Michael E. RudySeptember 27, 2011Michael E. Rudy, 40, Syracuse died Tuesday at home. He was employed by Skaneateles Country Club as a line cook.Surviving are his mother, Sharon (John) Seigart; his father, John (Barbara) Rudy; wife, Margaret Jane Derbyshire; daughter, Shannon Christine Rudy; son, Ian Harrison Rudy and a host of other family and friends.Calling hours will be Monday from...

Lillian H. Depeter

Lillian H. Depeter

Sep 27, 2011

Lillian H. DePeterSeptember 27, 2011Lillian H. DePeter, 83, of Liverpool died Tuesday at home. A native and life resident of the Syracuse area, she was the daughter of the late, Leonard and Lillian Banner Hayes. She retired from Crouse Hinds in 1990 following 25 years of service. She was a communicant of St. Margaret's Church. Lillian was predeceased by a...

Louise Blankman

Louise Blankman

Sep 27, 2011

Louise BlankmanSeptember 27, 2011Louise Blankman, 87 passed away Tuesday at St. Joseph's Hospital. Louise was born January 25, 1924 to Jacob and Elsie (Hodge) Jackson. She was a resident of Syracuse from 1946 until her death. She retired from Cincinnati Milicron in 1986.She was a loving wife and mother who enjoyed her home, children and grandchildren. She was predeceased in...

Claudia €˜Peggy’ Heard

Claudia €˜Peggy’ Heard

Sep 26, 2011

Claudia 'Peggy' HeardSeptember 26, 2011Claudia 'Peggy' O. Heard, 68, of Liverpool, passed away on Monday. She was born April 27, 1943 in Bowman, GA daughter of Leonard and Clara Mayfield, Sr. Peggy worked for over 25 years at Anheuser Busch in Baldwinsville. On May 9, 1959 she married George Heard in Elberton, GA. She was a member of the Eastern...

Captain Tracylee(Freeman) Martin

Captain Tracylee(Freeman) Martin

Sep 25, 2011

Captain Tracy Lee (Freeman) MartinSeptember 25, 2011Captain Tracy Lee (Freeman) Martin, 42, mother of three children and a beautiful wife, of Phoenix passed away unexpectedly on Sunday. Raised in Maryland, she resided in Syracuse since she was 18 years old. Tracy enlisted in the Air Force in 1986. She joined the 174th Fighter Wing Security Forces in 1999. In 2002...

Donald R.€˜Don’ Zarzecki

Donald R.€˜Don’ Zarzecki

Sep 24, 2011

Donald R. 'Don' ZarzeckiSeptember 24, 2011Donald R. 'Don' Zarzecki, 57, of Baldwinsville passed away on Saturday after a brave battle with cancer. He was born on August 8, 1954 in Syracuse a son of Raymond and Muriel Dessert Zarzecki.He was self employed as a Finish Carpenter. On June 24, 1988 he was married to Susan Ross. Don enjoyed fishing, the...

Denine Kochanek Spivey

Denine Kochanek Spivey

Sep 24, 2011

Denine Kochanek SpiveySeptember 24, 2011Denine Kochanek Spivey, 44, of Liverpool, was taken by the angels surrounded by her loving family on Saturday when she lost her courageous battle with cancer. Denine will most be remembered for her angelic smile and her gift for making others happy despite any obstacles she faced. She was an avid book reader, Mets Fan, loved...

Beatriz F. Cohen

Beatriz F. Cohen

Sep 23, 2011

Beatriz De Ferrere Cohen September 23, 2011Beatriz De Ferrere 'Betty' Cohen died peacefully at her home on Friday. She was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina in 1931. Betty graduated Summa Cum Laude from the National Conservatory of Music. She came to the USA in 1953. Mrs. C /Beatriz, as she was affectionately called by her friends, lived in NY, MA,...

Mildred P.€˜Millie’ Stallknecht

Mildred P.€˜Millie’ Stallknecht

Sep 21, 2011

Mildred P. 'Millie' StallknechtSeptember 21, 2011Mildred P. 'Millie' Stallknecht, 84, of N. Syracuse, passed away on Wednesday at James Square Nursing Home. She was born on October 24, 1926 a daughter of Adolph and Anna Link Kaestle. Millie married Carl N. Stallknecht in 1946. He passed away in 1994. Millie was known for her positive attitude and her extreme generosity....

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