Jeffrey F. Schmidt
Feb 8, 2025
It is with a heavy heart, Jeffrey F. Schmidt, 53, of North Syracuse, passed away on February 8, 2025. He was a loving brother, uncle and friend who left us too soon. He was born in Syracuse, New York on March 7, 1971 to Frederick and Maryann Schmidt. Jeffrey was employed with Grasshopper Landscaping, where he worked as a Crew...
William F. Sliter
Feb 7, 2025
William F. "Bill" Sliter Jr., 71, of LaFayette, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 7, 2025 with his family by his side. Born in Sidney, New York on May 26, 1953, he was the son of the late William F. and Augusta Sliter.
Bill was a truck driver and retired from NYS Thruway Authority as a diesel mechanic. He enjoyed riding...
Lori Verish
Feb 7, 2025
Lori Jean Verish, 67, passed away on February 7, 2025, in North Syracuse, New York. Born on December 11, 1957, in Syracuse, New York, to Nicholas and Gloria Verish.
Lori had a deep love for the outdoors and found immense joy in nature’s beauty. She cherished long walks with her beloved dogs and spent peaceful moments at the camp her father...
Henry "Hank" Todeschini
Feb 7, 2025
Henry "Hank" Todeschini, 66, of Chittenango, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025. Henry was born on December 3, 1958. He graduated from Solvay High School and worked at Chrysler and retired from Magna. He enjoyed spending time with his family and working in the yard or being with his friends. He loved and cherished the time he spent with...
Robert E. "Bob" Keyes
Feb 7, 2025
Robert E. "Bob" Keyes, 81, of Syracuse, passed away on Friday February 7, 2025 at St. Joseph's Hospital. Bob was born in Syracuse on May 21, 1942, son of the late Robert and Lucille Keyes. Robert retired from New Process Gear. Bob loved tinkering around the house and spending time with his grandchildren. He also made sure the neighborhood was...
Brian Richard Hynes
Feb 6, 2025
Brian Richard Hynes, 61, of Mattydale, passed away February 6, 2025 after a brief illness. Brian was born in Syracuse, New York on December 10, 1963 to William and Mary Hynes. Throughout his employment, he worked in both New York and Florida consecutively. Brian was a huge sports fan including the Dallas Cowboys and Boston Red Sox .
He was preceded...
Dennis J. Ciborowski
Feb 6, 2025
Dennis J. Ciborowski, 83 of Syracuse, NY, passed away on February 6, 2025. He was born in Syracuse, NY on July 15, 1941 to the late Frank and Maria (Ripka) Ciborowski.
He was an avid bowler, chess player and his passion in life was piloting. He was a lifelong member of The Polish American Citizens Club.
Survived by his children, D. Susan...
Richard "Rick" Ward
2025
Richard T. Ward of Liverpool, NY passed away on February 5, 2025.
Rick attended Liverpool High School and was a graduate of Onondaga Community College, SUNY Utica/Rome, and Syracuse University College of Law. After Law School, Rick worked for LaValle Law before starting his own practice.
Rick had a passion for playing guitar and reading. He enjoyed spending time with his family...
Isabel P. Owens
Feb 4, 2025
Isabel “Pat" Owens, 87, passed away on February 4, 2025, at home with her family by her side. Born on May 23, 1937, in Winchester, New Hampshire, she lived a life defined by dedication to family, hard work, and faith. Isabel made Cicero her home for the last 60 years where she tended to her large family and made many...
Kenneth R. Reakes Sr.
Feb 4, 2025
Kenneth Robert Reakes Sr., 92, of Brewerton, passed away February 4, 2025. Kenneth was born in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania on December 8, 1932 to William "Jack" and Maude (Kidd) Reakes. He retired from Crouse Hinds after 43 years of employment doing outdoor lighting. After his retirement, he continued to work for The Waterfront Restaurant, Brewerton. He served in the Merchant Marines...
William Page Hallett Sr.
Feb 3, 2025
William Page Hallett Sr., 78 of Liverpool, NY, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025. He was born in Albany, NY on April 3, 1946 to the late Charles and Marion (Owens) Hallett.
He graduated from Albany High School and proudly served in the U.S. Navy. He retired from Great American Insurance Group as an Underwriter.
His interest were trips to the...
Dorothy C. MacNeil
Feb 3, 2025
Dorothy C. MacNeil, 89, of Liverpool, passed away on Monday February 3, 2025 at Upstate University. Dorothy was born in Philadelphia, PA on December 4, 1935 daughter of the late Frank and Sophie Colton. Dorothy retired from Honda City and loved Wegmans. She was an avid dog lover, enjoyed spending time at Onondaga Lake Park and was a lifelong NY...
Donna Jean Guinup
Feb 2, 2025
Donna Jean (DJ) Guinup-Burdick, 66, of Syracuse, passed away February 2, 2025. Donna was born in Schroeppel, New York on December 21, 1958, to the late Merrill and Bernadean Guinup.
Donna is predeceased by her soul-mate and forever love, James (Jimmy) Burdick and her loving step-father, Donald Beechner. Donna is survived by her loving son, Jacob Guinup; niece, Courtney (Jeffrey) Moteyunas,...
Walter Daniel Scott
2025
Walter D. (Daniel) Scott, passed away on February 2, 2025, is a native of Norristown, PA, but a long-time resident of Troy, NY.
Walter & family (James & Elsie Scott) came to Troy, NY sometime in the ’50s, along with his five siblings including his twin brother, James (Jimmie) Donald Scott.
As the Scott family settled in Troy, they first joined Liberty...
Richard R. Rose
Feb 2, 2025
Richard R. Rose, 75, of Cicero, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025 after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. He will be remembered by all who knew him as a sweet and very good man.
He was a proud U.S. Air Force Veteran of 32 years in active and reserve roles. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who belonged...
Terry L. Bort
Feb 1, 2025
Terrance L. Bort, 66, of Syracuse, passed away on February 1, 2025.
Terry was born in Syracuse, New York on August 17, 1958 to the late Donald and Arlene Bort.
He worked for the Greater Syracuse Moving Company for many years. Terry would often be found with a Budweiser in hand, cracking jokes with his family. He was an avid NY Giants...
Elaine C. Sauta
Jan 31, 2025
Elaine C. Sauta, 86, of Cicero, passed away January 31, 2025.
Elaine was born in Syracuse, New York on July 11, 1938 to the late Richard and Lillian Shelley.
She was an avid reader and loved to garden. Elaine enjoyed her trips to the casino. Her children and grandchildren were her pride and joy.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John...
Sheila A. Hujar
Jan 30, 2025
Sheila A. Hujar, 69, of Cicero, passed away after a long illness on January 30, 2025. Sheila was born in Syracuse, New York on May 17, 1955 to Richard and Martha Bohm.
Sheila retired from South West General, Ohio, where she worked as a Hospital Supervisor. In her free time, she enjoyed spending time with her cats and dogs, reading, and...
Carleen L. Benz
Jan 30, 2025
Carleen L. Benz, 65, of Manlius, passed away January 30, 2025. Carleen was born in Syracuse, New York on July 13, 1959 to the late Carl and Sharon Simmons.
Carleen worked for Upstate University Hospital, for over 30 years. She was an honorary member of The Graphic Four Bowling League at Strike and Spare Bowling Center. In her free time, she...
Ourania Brown
Jan 30, 2025
Ourania Brown, 74, of Liverpool, passed away January 30, 2025. Ourania was born in Florina, Greece on November 26, 1950 to the late Cosma and Paraskivi Velliani.
She loved gardening, and going to the casino. Most importantly she loved her family and friends whom she cherished.
She was predeceased by her husband, Michael Brown; a sister, Vaso Velliani; and brother, Demitri Velliani.
She...
