Norma L. Specioso
May 20, 2021
Norma L. Specioso, 87, of Cicero, passed away on Thursday at St. Joseph's Hospital. Norma was born on March 26, 1934 in Argentina daughter of the late Henry and Luisa Luppi. Norma's greatest joy in life was taking care of others, especially her grandchildren.She is survived by beloved husband, Ernie Specioso; sons, Dan (Cheryl) Specioso, Rich (Lisa) Specioso; 4 grandchildren,...
Pierre A. Poirier
May 20, 2021
Pierre A. Poirier passed away unexpectedly on May 20th. He was 80 years young.He is survived by his devoted and patient Wife of 52 years, Linda Poirier (Finocchiaro). They raised 2 awesome children, Natalyn Rios (Poirier) and Andre (Naiela) Poirier. He was an active grandfather to 5 incredible grandchildren, Juliette Rios, Noah Poirier, Sophia Rios, Nathan Poirier and Ava Poirier...
Melinda Spielman
May 20, 2021
Melinda Spielman, 76, of Liverpool, passed away peacefully May 20, 2021 at the Francis House. Melinda was born in Bayshore, New York on March 10, 1945 to the late Rudolph and Martha Balkau. She attended Union Springs Academy, Class of '64 and graduated from South Lancaster Academy in South Lancaster, MA. She then attended Atlantic Union College in South Lancaster,...
Robert Masters
May 19, 2021
Robert Masters, 65, of Syracuse, passed away May 19, 2021. Robert was born in Baltimore, Maryland on May 21, 1955 to the late Ralph and Lucy Masters. Robert worked for many years as a security guard with Allied Universal. He was in the Army and served two tours in Vietnam. He loved NASCAR and baseball.Robert was a hard worker and...
Dean A. Biancavilla
May 18, 2021
On Tuesday, May 18, 2021, Dean A. Biancavilla, AIA, LEED AP, age 66, passed away at home in Village Green, Baldwinsville, NY. Dean was born on April 15, 1955, in Syracuse, NY to Mildred and Bartolo Biancavilla. He graduated from Phoenix High School, served in the Navy, and then attended New York Institute of Technology in Long Island where he...
Rick D. Weaver, Sr
May 18, 2021
Rick D Weaver, Sr. 73, of Central Square, passed away on Tuesday at St. Joseph's Hospital. Rick was born in Syracuse on February 1, 1948 son of the late Henry and Shirley Weaver. He is survived by son, Rick (Rose) Weaver, Jr., Benjamin (Lauren) Weaver, grandchildren, Haley Weaver, Ryen Weaver, sisters, Cherrie Evans, Cindy (George) Clark, brother, Scott Weaver &...
Kathryn M. Taylor
May 17, 2021
Kathryn McNeil Taylor, 73, of Skaneateles, N.Y., passed away on Monday, May 17. She was born September 4, 1947 in Lowville, N.Y. She was predeceased by her parents John H. McNeil and Mary Mattimore McNeil and her Niece, Kara McNeil. A 1965 graduate of Skaneateles High School, Kathy was dedicated to the school district, as a founding member of the...
Alisha M. Passino
May 17, 2021
Alisha M. (Prince) Passino, 56 of North Syracuse, NY, passed away peacefully in her daughter Rachael's arms. God called her home to be with her soul mate, Richard Becker. Alisha grew up in North Syracuse with the Dykeman's. She played softball with the North Syracuse Softball League. She was a member of AA for 28years. She had a big heart,...
Donna Mcdougall
May 17, 2021
Donna McDougall, 72, of Syracuse, passed away May 17, 2021. Donna was born in Lowville, New York on August 25, 1948 to the late Ivan "Ike" McDougall and Betty Fey. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her son Jake; and step-father Clarence "Bud" Fey. She is survived by her three daughters, Virginia Kisselstein, Donna Wood, Cathina (Blair Sr.) Reed;...
Steven R. Saumure
May 17, 2021
Steven "Poppy" Saumure, 68, of Mexico, NY, passed away on Monday, May 17th. He served in the US Army for four years. Steven spent his retirement with his wife of 42 years, Rhonda, where they lived on their property. There he enjoyed his passion for nature and woodworking with his son. He and his wife cherished their time and memories...
Hilda M. Lasky
May 17, 2021
Hilda M. Lasky, 80, of Central Square, passed away on Monday peacefully at Francis House. Hilda was born in Scranton, PA on August 23, 1940 daughter of Bernard Hurlburt and Thelma O'Malley. Hilda retired from Loretto Nursing Home. Hilda was predeceased by her husband David Lasky, son, David Lasky, daughter, Debra Lasky and her father, Bernard. Hilda was an avid...
David J. White
May 17, 2021
David "Red" White, passed away on May 17, 2021 at the age of 87 in Syracuse, NY. He was born April 20, 1934 to David G White and Phyllis Gross White. His battle with medical issues in recent years showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile. Dave grew up in Cazenovia and graduated high school in 1953,...
Nancy J. Hayes
May 17, 2021
Nancy J. Hayes, 82, of Liverpool, passed away May 17, 2021. Nancy was born in Syracuse, New York on November 8, 1938 to the late Isaac Chapman and Ethel Dewey.Nancy retired from P&C Warehouse after many years as a Keypunch Operator. After retirement, Nancy and David Sr. lived the last 26 years in Cape Vincent on Lake Ontario where she...
Russell John Scullen
May 16, 2021
Russell John Scullen, 92, of Syracuse, passed away May 16, 2021. Russell was born in Syracuse, New York on May 19, 1928 to the late John and Madge Scullen. Russell worked for many years as a postal worker and served in the U.S. Army. He was predeceased by his wife, Noreen A. Scullen. He is survived by two daughters, Denise...
Yolanda Nandin
May 13, 2021
Yolanda (Yoli) Donado Nandin, 93 of Liverpool, NY, passed away on Thursday, May 13, 2021 peacefully in the arms of her son Robert. She was born on June 11, 1927 in Barranquilla, Colombia. She married Joseph "Joe/Pepe" on Aug. 6, 1954. They raised their three children Robert, Richard and Silvana in Bayside New York. Yolanda was predeceased by her husband...
Jerry W. Ortman
May 13, 2021
Jerry W. Ortman, 64, of Erieville, passed away on Thursday at his home surrounded by his loving family. Jerry was born in Oneida, NY, on October 29, 1956, son of the late Robert and Helen Ortman. Jerry was predeceased by his brothers, Stewart Ortman, Fredrick Ortman, and Robert Ortman, III; and his sister, Jacki Stevens. He is survived by his...
Alvin Lavon Durham Sr.
May 12, 2021
Alvin Lavon Durham Sr. 59 of Syracuse, NY, passed away peacefully with his family by his side.His passion was spending time with his children and fishing.He is survived by his loving wife of 13 years, Hayley; children, Alisha, Adam, Alaysia, Aliya, Alvin Jr., Jesse and Justin Durham; siblings, Betty Hughes, Anthony (Pat) Durham, Patricia (Champ) Glass, Ruth Brown, Francine (Alex)...
William J. Hitchcock
May 12, 2021
William "Bill" John Hitchcock (77) passed away peacefully on May 12, 2021. Bill was born in Lowville, NY, the son of Bernard & Hazel Hithcock. He was a strong loving husband, son, brother, father, grandfather, and friend who will be dearly missed.After graduating from Lowville Academy he enlisted in the Air Force and served in the Vietnam War. He was...
Edward James Collier
May 11, 2021
Edward J. Collier of Auburn, N.Y, age 84, passed away on May 11th in the presence of his son and daughter, Michael (Julie Berry) Collier of Corning and Jennifer (Barbara) Collier Harris of Fayetteville. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Lois and his grandchildren Madelyn Collier (16) and Carson Collier (14). Edward and his wife also provided...
Richard F Sutherland
May 11, 2021
Richard F. Sutherland, 81, of Syracuse, passed away on Tuesday at his home surrounded by his loving family. Richard was born in Winchester, MA on March 28, 1940 son of Frederick and Blanche Sutherland. Richard served in the US Army and retired from UPS in Syracuse. Known by his family as "Pa", he enjoyed spending time with his family especially...
