Obituaries

Richard Thomas Schug

Richard Thomas Schug

Nov 9, 2024

Richard Thomas Schug, 72, of Liverpool, passed away November 9, 2024. Richard was born in Syracuse, New York on November 22, 1951 to Fremont H. and Virginia Schug. 

 Richard served in the U.S. Airforce then with the N.Y. Air National Guard 174th FW and retired in 2005 after 35 years of service. He was an air craft mechanic, crew chief, President...

Joan M. Toles

Joan M. Toles

Nov 9, 2024

Joan M. Toles, 71, of Cicero, passed away November 9, 2024. 

Joan was born in Schenectady, New York on December 2, 1952 to Edwin and Florence Hopkins. 

Joan’s life revolved around her family and her pets. Known for her infectious smile and boundless kindness, she dedicated herself to providing comfort and support to those in need of love. Her warmth and compassion...

Deborah White

Deborah White

Nov 8, 2024

Deborah White, 73, of DeWitt, passed away November 8, 2024. Deborah was born in Central Square, New York on November 1, 1951. She was married to William V. White who passed on January 25, 2013. 

She has been a resident and employed at Springfield Gardens apartments for over 36+ years. She was loved and cherished by many. She will be truly...

William Hall

William Hall

2024

William Hall, 73, of Elbridge, passed away on November 7, 2024. 

William was born to Lawrence and Elizabeth Hall in Syracuse, New York, on February 13, 1951. 

William owned his own construction company for 25 years and finished his career as an insurance claims adjuster. He loved boating, motorcycles, camping, and the outdoors, along with his love of animals, especially Lola. He...

Mary Lee Detwiler

Mary Lee Detwiler

Nov 7, 2024

Mary Lee (Ames) Detwiler, 77 of Nedrow passed peacefully at home with her family by her side on Thursday, November 7, 2024. Mary was predeceased by her loving parents John and Marjorie (Decker) Mallette and her husband of 38 years, George Detwiler of Syracuse, NY.

 Mary leaves to cherish her memory a daughter, Shelley (Jamison) Tomushunas, son, David Detwiler (Jennifer Balenski),...

Peter Daniel Sciortino

Peter Daniel Sciortino

Nov 4, 2024

Peter Daniel Sciortino, 49, of Camillus, passed away on November 4, 2024 at Upstate University after a long illness. Peter was born in Syracuse on November 12, 1974 son of Peter and Gloria Sciortino. Peter retired from Syracuse City Schools as a Psychologist. 

Peter was predeceased by his father in 2020. He is survived by his mother, Gloria A. (Titone) Sciortino,...

Nancy Martin

Nancy Martin

Nov 3, 2024

Nancy (Squires) Martin passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 3, 2024. She was born on April 12, 1937 to Augustus and Louise Squires and was one of eight children 

 A dedicated mother, with a knack for details, she celebrated birthdays with homemade cakes, sewed costumes and clothes for special occasions, was an avid flower gardener, and worked tirelessly to...

Sharon M. Groth

Sharon M. Groth

Nov 3, 2024

Sharon M. Groth, 87, of North Syracuse, passed away November 3, 2024. Sharon was born in Syracuse, New York on August 23, 1937 to Edwin and Alma Broeker. 

 Sharon enjoyed her life being a mother and grandmother. Raising her children at home before years of cooking and waitressing. Sharon was the center of all family get togethers. She looked forward to...

Martin E. Ferguson Sr.

Martin E. Ferguson Sr.

2024

Martin E. Ferguson Sr., 77, of Cicero, passed away November 2, 2024. Martin was born in Utica, New York on July 29, 1947 to James and Dorothy Ferguson. 

Martin retired from Crouse Hinds after 12 years. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy, and also a member of the Outcast M.C. 

In his free time, he enjoyed riding motorcycles and snowmobiles,...

Lenna Andy Emond

Lenna Andy Emond

Oct 31, 2024

Lenna "Andy" Emond of Jamesville born on October 30, 1972, in Reading, Pennsylvania, passed away far too soon on October 31, 2024, just a day after her 52nd birthday.

Lenna now joins her mother Irene Shaffer, Step-father Russell Shaffer, as well as her brother, John Andy III in eternal peace. She leaves behind her father, John Andy Jr; sister, Karena Davenport;...

Stephen Case

Stephen Case

2024

Stephen G Case, 64, of Kirkville, NY, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2024, surrounded by his two children. 

Stephen was born in Canastota, NY, on July 11, 1960, to the late George M. and Jean W. (Watkins) Case. He graduated in 1978 from East Syracuse-Minoa High School, where he was on the cross-country track team. 

Stephen was a long-time resident of...

Georgianna M. Anchikites

Georgianna M. Anchikites

Oct 30, 2024

 Georgianna “Georgia” Marie Anchikites (Raynor) passed away on October 30, 2024. Georgianna was born to Margaret and George Raynor, on January 20, 1944, and lived her entire life in the Syracuse, NY area. The youngest of eight children, she was proud to be the first in her family to graduate high school and, from a young age, was a hard...

Kevin V. Brown

Kevin V. Brown

Oct 30, 2024

Kevin V. Brown, 60, of Fulton, formerly of Central Square, passed away October 30, 2024. Kevin was born in Syracuse, New York on February 17, 1964 to the late Charles and Janice Brown. 

He worked for numerous years as an electrician with IBEW 43. Kevin enjoyed fishing with his daughter and grandson, was an avid hunter, and NASCAR racing fan. 

He is...

Richard Molanare

Richard Molanare

Oct 30, 2024

Richard Molanare, 71, of Central Square, passed away on Wednesday October 30, 2024 at his home. 

He is survived by his wife, Colleen Molanare, and his 4 siblings.

Services will be private.

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Barbara A. Lewis

Barbara A. Lewis

2024

Barbara “ Barb” A. Lewis, 79, of Liverpool, passed away on October 29, 2024.

Barbara was born on April 16, 1945, in Syracuse, New York, to Richard and Georgiana Wattam.

Barbara last worked at Price Chopper in the Deli department. During her free time, she enjoyed camping, playing bingo, doing crossword puzzles, and spending time with her family. 

She was preceded in death...

Terry E. Phillips

Terry E. Phillips

Oct 29, 2024

Terry Elizabeth Phillips, 68, of Phoenix, passed away October 29, 2024. Terry was born in Syracuse, New York on November 25, 1955 to the late Murray and Nancy Hale. She attended JCB Phoenix Schools. 

She loved crafting and playing BINGO. She was an avid reader, and knitter. Terry loved the outdoors, especially camping, and spending time at the muzzle loading range....

Douglas M. Hayes

Douglas M. Hayes

Oct 28, 2024

Douglas M. Hayes, 65, of East Syracuse, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024 after a courageous battle with large B-cell lymphoma. He was born in Syracuse, NY to the late Patricia and David Hayes. Douglas worked for Carrier, Blue Cross Blue Shield and most recently for PepsiCo, retiring in July of this year. Douglas was a hardworking individual and...

Jeannie Snyder

Jeannie Snyder

Oct 28, 2024

Jeannie Marie (Griffin) Snyder, 68, of Parish, NY passed away October 28, 2024 after a long and courageous battle with multiple sclerosis. Jeannie was born in Malone, New York on May 1, 1956 to Garth and the late MaryAnn (Maneely) Griffin. She graduated from Holy Family High School in Massena, then furthered her education at Canton ATC with a business...

Neal W. VanDoren

Neal W. VanDoren

Oct 28, 2024

Neal W. VanDoren gently left us to be with his loving family on October 28, 2024 at his home.

He served his country in the NAVY during the Korean war. He retired from the USPS after 25 years then worked for IMS for 10 years and most recently at Elderwood as a patient courier.

He is predeceased by his first wife, Lorraine;...

Maude M. Wood

Maude M. Wood

Oct 27, 2024

Maude M. Wood, 79, of Bernhards Bay, passed away October 27, 2024. Maude was born in Fulton, New York on September 8, 1945 to Avery and Nellie May Hotaling. 

 She was preceded in death by her Parents, Avery and Nellie May Hotaling; and Brother, Avery Hotaling, Jr.

 She is survived by her Spouse, John Wood, Daughter, Jean (Robert) Harper; Three Sons, John...

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