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Robert A. Van Epps
Aug 20, 2023
Robert A. Van Epps, 60, of North Syracuse, passed away August 20, 2023. Robert was born in Adams, New York on December 24, 1962 to Shirley Houghmaster. Robert worked for Cooper Electric. He was an avid sports fan and golfer. He loved spending time with his grandkids, especially going to Ben and Sophia's games. He truly enjoyed his scratch offs....
David Michael Rozyczko
Aug 20, 2023
David M. Rozyczko, 73, of Syracuse, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, August 20, 2023 at home. Dave retired from Crucible Steel in 2003 after 31 years of service. He enjoyed watching sports, especially NASCAR "No. 3" Dale Earnhardt and of course playing games on his computer. Dave is survived by his loving wife, Joanne (Bailey) Rozyczko; son, Jason (Julie) Rozyczko; step...
Edward P. Ciszewski
Aug 20, 2023
Edward P. Ciszewski, 92, of the Syracuse area, passed away on August 20, 2023. He retired from Jaquith Industries after many years of service. Edward enjoyed his trips to the casino and eating Italian food, especially at Nestico's. Edward was predeceased by his former wives, Judy Fritzen Ciszewski and Genevieve Fritzen Ciszewski.He is survived by his daughters, Mary Ann (Mark)...
Matthew S. Meyers
Aug 19, 2023
Matthew S. Meyers, 51, of East Syracuse, lost his battle with cancer on August 19, 2023. Matt is predeceased by his parents, Edward and Jeanne Meyers Sr., and brother, Jeffery Meyers. Matt was an avid fisherman and NASCAR fan. He will be truly missed. Matt is survived by his siblings, Linda (John) Dadario, Edward Meyers Jr., Kathleen (Byron) Stone, and...
Shirley Ann Overend
Aug 18, 2023
Shirley Ann Overend, 87, of North Syracuse, passed away August 18, 2023 after a brief illness at the Cottages at Garden Grove, Cicero. Shirley was born in Lowell, Massachusetts on November 29, 1935 to John and Blanch Stanton. Shirley retired from St. Josephs Hospital, where she was employed in the Dietary Department of the hospital for 32 years.She was preceded...
Michael P. Tomasino
Aug 18, 2023
Michael P. Tomasino, 80, of West Monroe, passed away on Friday, August 18, 2023. He served in the US Marine Corps from 1960 until 1966. Michael retired from the Teamsters as a Tractor Trailer Driver after over 30 years of service. Michael was predeceased by his wife, Theresa Tomasino. He is survived by his children, Christine (Richard) Schaad and Michael...
Richard T. Bronner
Aug 17, 2023
Richard "Dick" Bronner, 73 of Clay, NY, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2023 with his loving family at his side after an 11 year battle with Kidney Disease.Richard was proud to say he served in the U.S. Army from 1970-1972. He spent 35 years working at NPG and truly loved his work family that became some of his best...
Linda A. Mcginley
Aug 17, 2023
Linda A. Phillips McGinley, 78, of Central Square, gained her wings on August 17, 2023. Born in Akron, Ohio on December 20, 1944 to Archie and Dorothy Phillips, she was raised in Oswego, NY and then resided in Central Square for the last 27 years. Linda retired from Key Bank, Syracuse. She loved playing cards, bingo, and going to the...
Robert James Casimiro
Aug 17, 2023
Robert James Casimiro, 67, of Liverpool, passed away in the comfort of his home on Thursday, August 17, 2023. He was born in Syracuse, NY to the late Margaret and Andrew Casimiro. Robert was a graduate of Cicero-North Syracuse High School. Robert enjoyed baseball, hunting, fishing, golf and was an avid NY Yankee fan. Most of all, Robert enjoyed spending...
Elizabeth Eleanor Silkworth
Aug 16, 2023
Elizabeth Eleanor Silkworth, 85, of Syracuse, passed away at home on August 16th with family by her side. She was born in Utica, NY to the late Harriet and Albert Bassett. Elizabeth had a good soul and was full of faith. Elizabeth enjoyed Bingo; but most of all, she loved her family. Elizabeth was predeceased by two daughters, Rosie Silkworth...
Julius F. Krahl Jr.
Aug 16, 2023
Julius F. Krahl, Jr., 72 of Oneida, NY passed away on Wednesday August 16th at The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Chittenango, NY. He was born in Syracuse, NY on April 23, 1951 to Julius F. Krahl, Sr. and Pearl L. Allen. He was predeceased by the love of his life his wife Sue Johnson Krahl, his parents Julius and...
Kurt Edward Vandoren
Aug 16, 2023
Kurt E. Vandoren of Liverpool, NY passed away courageously at the age of 52 of cancer. Raised in Liverpool, NY, he graduated from Liverpool High School. He was predeceased by his mother, Lorraine; sister, Karen and many aunts and an uncle.Kurt is survived by his father, Neal Vandoren; stepmother, Jackie Vandoren; many nieces, nephews and cousins and a special friend,...
Amy Lynn Mattes
Aug 15, 2023
Amy Lynn Mattes, 62, of North Syracuse, passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at Upstate University. Amy was born in Syracuse on June 23, 1961 to Michael and June Denka. She is survived by her loving husband, Edward Mattes, daughter, Erica (David) Manzano, son, Joshua Mattes, grandchildren, Vanessa, David, Sophia, two brothers, Chris Denka and Michael (Bonnie) Denka. Visitation...
Cecelia Rose (Podgorski) Taggart
Aug 15, 2023
Cecelia Rose (Podgorski) Taggart, 77, of Syracuse, passed away on Tuesday, August 15th with her son by her side. Cecelia was born in Syracuse to the late Laura and Michael Podgorski. She attended Sacred Heart School in the Syracuse Diocese and resided all of her life on the West end. She worked at 100 Madison Corporation, being part of the...
Geoffrey T. Gantter
Aug 15, 2023
Geoffrey T. "Geoff" Gantter, 82, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday August 15, 2023 at Loretto Nursing Home, Geoffrey was born in Syracuse on December 12, 1940 son of the late Raymond and Rietta Gantter. He served in the US Air Force from 1962-66 and was self-employed as a commercial artist for over 50 years. He is survived by his...
Dorian Smith
Aug 14, 2023
Dorian Smith, 61, of Syracuse, passed away August 14, 2023. Dorian was born in Syracuse, New York on March 23, 1962. He proudly served in the United States Army. Dorian had an adventurous soul and always lived life to the fullest. He now joins his mother, Joan in heaven, whom preceded him in death. Dorian is survived by, two daughters,...
Larry M. Zajas
Aug 14, 2023
Larry Michael Zajas, 69, of Watertown, passed away August 14, 2023. Larry was born in Watertown, New York on June 27, 1954 to the late Joseph and Matilda Zajas. Larry attended Watertown High School and graduated from Jefferson Community College. His first job was at the Burrville Cider Mill and then he enlisted and served with the U.S Navy in...
Antonino Alfredo Sortino
Aug 14, 2023
Antonino "Freddy" Alfredo Sortino, 66, of Syracuse, passed away August 14, 2023. Antonino was born on July 27, 1957 to the late Ferdinando and Concetta Sortino. Freddy was born in Villafranca, Sicula, Provincia di Agrigento, Sicilia. He moved to Utica, NY as a young boy. He attended St. Mary of Mount Carmel grammar school and Utica Free Academy. Freddy partnered...
Joel Bieganowski
Aug 13, 2023
Joel Bieganowski, 58, of Baldwinsville-Lysander, passed away on August 13, 2023. Joel worked at Crucible Steel. He was a longtime member of AA and he volunteered with Believer's Chapel. Joel was a strong willed, opinionated man who also had a kind, gentle and loving heart. He can be credited with helping others find their own sobriety. He enjoyed watching John...
Kevin W. Dupra
Aug 13, 2023
Kevin W. Dupra, 61 of Syracuse, NY, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side. Born in Syracuse, NY on March 12, 1962 to Wayne and Kathleen Dupra.He loved fixing cars, racing cars, bringing his family to the racetrack, enjoying cooking on the grill and having a good fire.He is survived by his mother, Kathleen; children, Christopher (Ashely)...
