James W. Janes Sr.
2024
James W. Janes Sr., 87, of Bridgeport, passed away on August 25, 2024. He was born in Rome, New York on February 15, 1937, to Warren and Aletha Eileen Janes.
James retired from Camden Wire after 28 years, and Wegmans, Dewitt, NY after 29 years. James served in the U.S. Army as a Recording engineer/ Audio specialist from 1956 - 1959,...
Bernice E. Johnson
Aug 25, 2024
Bernice Johnson, 96, of Chittenango, NY, passed away on August 25, 2024 at Iroquois Nursing Home. She was born on April 18, 1928 to the late Howard and Martha Thayer. She loved her children so much. She loved to cook and bake her famous apple dumplings, rhubarb desserts and pumpkin cookies; And we can’t forget the cherry pies that she...
Helen C. Kolodziejczyk
Aug 24, 2024
Helen Kolodziejczyk came into this world on May 30, 1934 and left peacefully August 24, 2024 in the comfort of her home.
Many family members and close friends knew Helen as "Shaggy ". She worked at Community General Hospital for over 30 years and following retirement she continued to volunteer there for many more. Shaggy loved to bake delicious desserts, play...
Robert J. Brown
Aug 24, 2024
Robert J. Brown, 71, of Syracuse, passed away August 24, 2024. Robert was born in Syracuse, New York on June 11, 1953.
Robert was retired and enjoyed being creative. He loved painting, drawing, and doing portraits. He loved spending time with his family and his dog, Stylz. He was an avid reader of the Bible and loved his connection with God.
He...
Linda G. Blackburn
Aug 24, 2024
Linda G. Blackburn, 81, of Brewerton, passed away at home on August 24, 2024, surrounded by family. Linda was born in Syracuse, NY on July 17, 1943 to Ralph and Marcelle Allen. She went to North Syracuse Schools. Linda was married to James L. Blackburn Sr. on August 18, 1962, just celebrating their 62nd wedding anniversary. Linda worked for the...
Mary Antoinette (Toni) Bacik
Aug 23, 2024
Mary Antoinette (Toni) Bacik passed away peacefully on August 23, 2024. Her suffering has ended and she is now in a joyful place with Christ. Her husband Donald and her children Dawn Marie, Marietta, Andrew & Garret were by her side. Visitation and celebration of her life will be held on Monday, September 2, from 3 to 7pm. For location...
Gordon "Gordy" Whitham
Aug 23, 2024
Gordon "Gordy" Whitham, 87, of Bridgeport, passed away on Friday August 23, 2024, with family by his side. Gordy was born in Niagara Falls on December 19, 1936, son of the late George and Winifred (Smith) Whitham of Sheffield England. Gordy served in the US Navy from 1954-57 on the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Lexington. Gordy followed in the family career...
Susan J. McCarthy
Aug 23, 2024
Susan J. McCarthy, 76 of Syracuse, NY, passed away on August 23, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 29, 1948 in Syracuse, NY to the late George and Lora McCarthy. She loved animals and spending time with her family and friends. She had a “heart of gold” and would do anything for anybody. She is survived by...
Jeffrey A. Kreis
Aug 23, 2024
Jeff passed away peacefully on Friday, August 23, 2024 at his favorite place-the St. Lawrence River. He was born on August 20, 1963 in Syracuse. Known for his infectious personality, Jeff touched the lives of everyone he met, leaving people better than he found them. A talented artist, Jeff had a deep appreciation for art in all its forms and...
Darlene A. Butler
Aug 22, 2024
Darlene Butler, 73, passed away on August 22, 2024, in Syracuse. She was born on February 23, 1951, to Charles and Ethel. She spent her entire life in Syracuse.
Darlene was married on May 21, 1983, to Charles Butler, they went on to be married for 41 years. Darlene was a loving wife and mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend to many....
Alvin W. Nelson
Aug 22, 2024
Bishop Alvin W. Nelson, 73, of De Witt, passed away August 22, 2024. Alvin was born in Laurens, South Carolina on May 3, 1951 to Suff. Bishop Alvin and Dr. Mable Nelson.
Alvin received his associate’s degree from Aenon Bible College, and served in the United States Army as a Corporal. He later retired from Syracuse University. He was a Pastor...
Sharon E. Denton
Aug 22, 2024
Sharon E. Denton, of North Syracuse, passed away August 22nd, 2024. Sharon was born in Oswego, New York on February 13th 1948 to the late Richard And Louise Tompkins. In her youth she found her passion for music, playing the organ at various churches in Oswego. She graduated from Oswego High and went on to pursue her masters degree In...
Helen M. Coss
Aug 22, 2024
Helen M. Coss 82, of Syracuse, passed away on Thursday, August, 22, 2024.
She was predeceased by her husband, Wendell R. "Bob" Coss.
Helen is survived by her three children, Joseph (Dani) Coss, Dale (Belinda) Coss and Vicki Northrup; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister, Jean McCurty and brother, Frank Migdal and many nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, August...
Marjorie A. "Marge" Stebbins
Aug 20, 2024
Marjorie A. “Marge” Stebbins, a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2024.
Born in Syracuse, Marge was one of five children born to the late Anthony and Marjorie (Burns) Neveldine.
She carried many fond memories of the years she worked, as branch manager, in the local banking industry. There, she developed and maintained strong and long-lasting...
Mary A. Vurraro
Aug 20, 2024
Mary Allen Guido Vurraro, 80, passed away unexpectedly on August 20, 2024 at her home in Baldwinsville. Mary grew up in Mattydale in a very close family and shared many happy memories. During her life she worked as a hair stylist and then at Ormonds and Kmart as the head of the jewelry dept. In her later years she enjoyed...
John T. Stefanko
Aug 18, 2024
John T. “JT” Stefanko, 73, of Syracuse, passed away August 18, 2024. John was born in Syracuse, New York on November 10, 1950 to John and Theresa Stefanko.
John retired from Empire Freezer, after many years of faithful employment, where he worked as a forklift operator. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. John was an avid outdoorsman.
He was...
Melba Elizabeth Meyer
Aug 17, 2024
Melba Elizabeth (Dufelmeier) Meyer, with the cross of Jesus before her closing eyes, died and was welcomed into her eternal home in heaven the evening of August 17, 2024.
The second of six children, Melba was born at home in Bluffs, IL on May 6, 1933. She grew up on her parents’ farm in Concord (Arenzville), IL where she helped her...
James E. Churchill
Aug 17, 2024
James E. Churchill, 94 years young, passed away unexpectedly at Upstate Hospital with family by his side on August 17th, 2024. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 74 years, Joyce Churchill (Marks), his daughter Debra Capozzi (Churchill), and great-grandson Gabriel Schaffer.
James is survived by his daughters Brenda (Sarah Chapman) Churchill of Enosburg Falls, VT, and Sue...
Klaw Reh
Aug 15, 2024
Klaw Reh, a devoted husband and father, died On Thursday August 15, 2024.
Klaw Reh was born on January 1, 1973 in Shadaw, Burma, to Na Reh and Htay Mo.
Klaw came to Thailand to escape oppression and persecution. Klaw met his lifelong partner and wife, Law Meh in 2004 and was blessed with two children: Ku Reh and Pa Reh.
With his...
Krystine Keegan
Aug 14, 2024
Kristine Keegan of Cicero NY passed away peacefully on August 14, 2024, after a brief illness in the company of family. She was born on February 18, 1951, in Utica NY, daughter of Raymond Wal and Arlene (Furgol) Wal. She grew up in Rome NY and attended Oriskany Central School, graduating in 1968.
She pursued a career in nursing, and received...