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Sheila M. Osier
Dec 17, 2024
Sheila M. Osier, 71, of Mattydale, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on December 17, 2024, leaving a legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering support for everyone she held dear. Born in Syracuse, NY, on January 29, 1953, Sheila spent her life embodying kindness, joy, and a relentless dedication to family and...
Robert Glenn Wiseman
Dec 15, 2024
Robert Glenn Wiseman, 97, of Clay, NY, passed away peacefully December 15, 2024. Born on October 11, 1927 in Altoona, PA, he lived through the depression era during his childhood and then enlisted in the United States Navy on his 17th birthday. He trained on a Naval aircraft carrier as a radioman and gunner. Just prior to seeing action, the...
Robert A. Garrison
Dec 14, 2024
Robert A. Garrison, 86, of Syracuse, passed away December 14, 2024. Robert was born in Syracuse, New York on January 20, 1938 to the late Fred and Bertha Garrison. Robert was a machinist at Killians in Syracuse for over 40 years. He was a hard worker and loved sports. He was a huge Yankee and NASCAR fan.
He was preceded in...
Jannine T. Calkins
Dec 14, 2024
Jannine T. Calkins, 59, of Baldwinsville, passed away December 14, 2024. Jannine was born in Syracuse, New York on November 20, 1965 to Kenneth and Patricia Calkins.
Jannine was a laid-back person who didn’t let much get to her. She was always joking around and loved goofing off with her daughter. She loved being a mom and a grandma. Her grandkids...
Kenneth C. McKinley
Dec 12, 2024
Kenneth C. McKinley, 43, of Mattydale, went home to the kingdom of God on December 12, 2024 after a brave battle with cancer.
Kenny worked at Spectrum in East Syracuse as a sales representative. Kenny graduated from Bishop Ludden High School and received his B.A from Greensboro NC.
He was an avid NY Yankees, Chicago Bears and SU fan. He enjoyed bowling,...
Frances Rappazzo
2024
Frances Rappazzo passed away on December 12, 2024, at Syracuse Homes Rehab Center. She was born in S. Lucia Del Mela, Sicily, on February 28, 1923.
She retired from General Electric after 30 years. Frances was an active member of the puzzle and cooking clubs at Parkrose Estates and made lots of friends there, keeping her active and enabling her to...
Susan L. Cook
Dec 12, 2024
Susan L. Cook, 66, of Mattydale, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 12, 2024. Susan was born in Syracuse, New York on December 17, 1957 to Harold and Marjorie Cook.
Susan graduated from North Syracuse High School in 1975, and went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree in nursing from SUNY College of Technology Utica.
She worked at Biscayne Hospital in Florida...
Carolynne Draiss
2024
Carolynne M. Fusaro Draiss, 84, of Liverpool, New York, passed away peacefully and entered into God's hands on December 12, 2024, in Syracuse. Born on October 29, 1940, Carolynne lived a life marked by love, independence, and devotion to her family and predeceased by her parents, Virginia Conley and Frank Fusaro.
She graduated from Eastwood High School and studied Environmental Science...
Wallace T. "Ted" Schmidt, Jr.
Dec 11, 2024
Wallace T. "Ted" Schmidt, Jr., 68, passed away unexpectedly on December 11, 2024. He was born in Syracuse, NY on December 20, 1955 to the late Wallace Sr. and Marilyn (Hunter) Schmidt and grew up in Minoa, NY.
He worked for the railroad as a brakeman/conductor and then many years driving truck. He was an avid reader and never missed Jeopardy...
Christopher J. "Chris" Brown
Dec 11, 2024
Christopher J. "Chris" Brown, 32, of Syracuse, passed away on Wednesday December 11, 2024 at his home. Christopher was born in Syracuse on October 22, 1992 son of Terry Brown and Nancy Conto. Christopher was last employed at Wendy's. He enjoyed cars and playing his games on the computer. He was predeceased by his mother Nancy in 2020.
He is survived...
Don F. Bunker
Dec 11, 2024
Don F. Bunker, 60 of North Syracuse, NY, passed away peacefully, after a long illness, on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 with his family and grand-dog by his side. He was born in San Diego, CA on December 17, 1963 to the late Robert and Sydney (Lane) Bunker.
Don proudly served in the U.S. Army as a Combat Telecommunications Center Operator. He...
Theresa D. Burns
Dec 11, 2024
Theresa D. Burns, 82 of Mattydale, NY, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 in Syracuse, NY. She was born on Syracuse’s Northside on February 8, 1942 to Mildred Tursi.
Theresa was the head fox at the “Top of the Inn” in the late 60’s and 70’s and bartender at Sammy Kee’s. She loved her many Great Danes, watching her daytime...
Richard Kopp
Dec 10, 2024
Richard W. Kopp, 93 of North Syracuse, NY passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. Richard (Dick) was born in Syracuse, NY on October 26, 1931 to the late William and Catherine Kopp.
Dick grew up in Mattydale, NY and North Syracuse, NY. He graduated from North Syracuse High School in 1949. After graduating, he became a U.A.W. member working at...
Goldie "Sue" Sawkins
Dec 10, 2024
Goldie Sawkins 71 passed away unexpectly on December 10, 2024 surrounded by her friends Stella, Debbie and daughter Starr.
Goldie "Sue" was born in Cortland New York to her mother Carolyn. Her foundest memories were on Case Hill which will be her final resting place.
Goldie loved all animals especially orange tabby cats and enjoyed being outside and watching nature. She loved...
Michael J. McCarthy
Dec 9, 2024
Michael J. McCarthy, 81, of Syracuse, passed away December 9, 2024.
Michael was born in Syracuse, New York on September 11, 1943 to the late William and Amelia McCarthy.
A U.S. Army Veteran, Michael went on to work for Morris Protective Service and eventually retired from the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security. He was devout Christian who loved the Lord. His hobbies...
John J. Langan
Dec 7, 2024
John Langan, 86, passed away December 07, 2024.
He was born in 1938 in Scranton, PA and after high school graduation, he served in the US Navy for 2 years active duty and 4 years in the Naval Reserves. He was honored to be the first college graduate in a working-class family.
He had a rewarding career teaching both high school and...
Linda R. Clarkson
Dec 7, 2024
Linda R. Clarkson, 66 of Bridgeport, NY, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 7, 2024. She was born in Syracuse, NY on April 23, 1958 to the late Dominic and Sally Tassone.
She loved going to the beach, camping, traveling and loved spending time with her family and friends. She dedicated over 30 years volunteering for the St. Francis Catholic Church...
Martin A. "Marty" Coleman
Dec 6, 2024
Marty left this world on December 6, 2024 to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He spent his final days surrounded by his beloved family and friends. Marty was born on August 21, 1949 to John F. and Ruth (Peterson) Coleman; he grew up in the Eastwood section of Syracuse.
Marty is survived by his wife of 53 years,...
Laura E. Mann
Dec 6, 2024
Laura E. Mann, 64, of East Syracuse, passed away on Friday December 6, 2024 surrounded by loving family. Laura was born in Lynchburg, VA on June 30, 1960. She was the daughter of the late Howard and Joy Mann. Laura retired from Mackenzie Hughes Law Firm in Syracuse, NY. Laura was always known as a social butterfly by her family....
Robert Talmadge
Dec 5, 2024
Robert J. Talmadge, 88, of Liverpool, passed away December 5, 2024. Robert was born in Schenectady, NY on January 31, 1936.
Robert retired from Richlar Industries after 30 years, then worked for Walmart for 16 years. He was still working all the way up until September of 2024 at the of 88. He owned and retired from Bob's Concessions, and was...
