Obituaries

Anne "Betty" Melillo

Anne "Betty" Melillo

Feb 6, 2022

Anne “Betty” Melillo, 89, of Camillus, passed away Sunday at home. She was formerly employed by B.O.C.E.S. Betty was a communicant of Holy Family Church and member of the choir for more than 50 years. A member of the Camillus Garden Club and Girl Scout leader for 10 years, she was also a member of the Liederkranz Chorus, Syracuse Chorale,...

Jeanne Carpenter

Jeanne Carpenter

Feb 5, 2022

Jeanne Carpenter, 100, of Cicero, passed away Saturday at The Cottages at Garden Grove.in Cicero. Born in Syracuse, she was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church in Cicero and was formerly employed by Dey Brothers. She enjoyed sewing. Jeanne was predeceased in 1998 by her first husband of 54 years, Lynn R. Carpenter; her second husband, William Aiken, in 2004;...

Terry Lee House

Terry Lee House

Feb 4, 2022

Terry Lee House, 77, of Cicero, passed away Friday at home. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, he was a graduate of West Genesee High School and attended Drew University in New Jersey. He was a NYS trooper for 26 years. Following retirement, he was the director of the auto racing sponsorship program at Wheels Discount Auto Supply. A...

Terry Lee Robinson

Terry Lee Robinson

Feb 4, 2022

Terry Robinson, 66, of Syracuse, passed away Friday. Surviving are his wife, Linda; siblings, Cynthia (David) Blake, James (Melody) and Timothy (Kim) Robinson. There will be no services.

Michael D. Stray

Michael D. Stray

Feb 4, 2022

Michael D. Stray, 68, of Syracuse, passed away unexpectedly Friday. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, he was a graduate of Corcoran High School and received his associate’s degree from OCC. Mike worked for Carrier Corp. for over 10 years and later as a registered nurse for Hutchings Psychiatric Center in Syracuse. Mike loved driving his sports cars and...

Irene Anne McQueeney

Irene Anne McQueeney

Feb 3, 2022

Irene Anne McQueeney, 91, of Camillus, passed away Thursday. Born in Montezuma, she moved to the Syracuse area in 1953. She was a graduate of Port Byron High School and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in 1952 from Nazareth College and a Master’s Degree in Guidance and Counseling from Syracuse University. Irene was a music teacher in the Syracuse...

Angeline M. Locurcio

Angeline M. Locurcio

Feb 1, 2022

Angeline M. Locurcio, 90, of Camillus, passed away Tuesday at McHarrie Life Senior Community. Born in Buffalo, she lived in Camillus since 1962. Angeline was previously employed by Marine Midland Bank in Buffalo and was a substitute teacher for the West Genesee School District, retiring in 1991 after five years. A communicant of Holy Family Church, she was a volunteer...

Brian Michael Moriarty

Brian Michael Moriarty

Feb 1, 2022

Brian Moriarty, 32, of Homer, passed away Tuesday at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. Born and raised in Syracuse, he later resided in Homer. A graduate of West Genesee High School, Brian was employed by BorgWarner for 11 years. He was a fast car enthusiast, loved camping, kayaking, video games and enjoyed watching the Vikings. He loved spending time...

Nicholas Wilkinson

Nicholas Wilkinson

Jan 28, 2022

Nicholas Wilkinson, 49, of Missouri, passed away Friday. He truly enjoyed traveling and loved spending time with friends and family. Surviving are his mother, Pauline Lozano of TN; father, Allen Wilkinson of OH; sisters, Heidi Wilkinson of CA and Robin Wilkinson of SC; and brothers, Bryan (Sarayu) Lozano of CA and Wyatt Lozano of Syracuse. Services will be private. “If...

Anatoliy "Tony" Matsyuk

Anatoliy "Tony" Matsyuk

Jan 28, 2022

Anatoliy “Tony” Matsyuk, 55, of Syracuse, passed away Friday at Crouse Hospital. Born in Kolona, Ukraine, he came to the U.S. in 1992. Anatoliy was employed by Centro for 13 years, TAL Remodeling Construction for seven years and Stickley for 10 years. He was a member of the First Ukrainian Pentecostal Church and a member of the choir where he...

Patrick Francis O'Connor

Patrick Francis O'Connor

Jan 27, 2022

Patrick O'Connor, 52, of Syracuse, passed away January 27. He was a graduate of West Genesee High School, earned a bachelor's degree in marketing from SUNY Oswego in 1991, and later earned his master's degree in network engineering from the University of Colorado at Boulder in 1997. Patrick was a freelance photographer, specializing in nature photography. He was passionate about...

Larry Wayne Bray

Larry Wayne Bray

Jan 25, 2022

Larry Wayne Bray, 80, of Troy, WV, passed away Tuesday at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center. An Air Force veteran for 29 years, he retired and continued to work as an aircraft maintenance crew chief for US Airways for 15 years. Larry loved fishing, hunting and just fixing stuff. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Surviving are...

James V. Connell Sr.

James V. Connell Sr.

Jan 24, 2022

James V. Connell Sr., 93, of Camillus, passed away Monday. Jim was born in Newark, NJ, son of the late Vincent and Elizabeth Connell. Jim graduated from St. Benedict’s Prep in Newark, NJ, attended St. Vincent’s College in Latrobe, PA and graduated from Penn State University. After marrying his wife, Patricia Meehan, in 1954, Jim and Pat moved to Syracuse...

Anita  Salerno

Anita Salerno

Jan 24, 2022

Anita Salerno, of Marcellus, passed away Monday and is being ushered home on the 21st anniversary of her husband Al’s death. Ushering was a fond activity she enjoyed for over 25 years at the Landmark, the Civic Center, Syracuse Stage, and on occasion at the Empire Theater at the State Fair. Attending plays at The Red House and Merry-Go-Round Playhouse...

Helen C. Stabler

Helen C. Stabler

Jan 20, 2022

Helen C. Stabler, 90, of Camillus, passed away peacefully on Thursday at Crouse Hospital. Born in Nashua, NH, she was the daughter of Erwin and Emma Cross. Helen lived in the Syracuse area since 1957. A graduate of Colby College, she received a master’s degree in education from Syracuse University and for many years was a pre-school teacher. Helen was...

Jean B. (Orbino) Barnes

Jean B. (Orbino) Barnes

Jan 19, 2022

Jean B. (Orbino) Barnes, 75, of Groveland, FL, formerly of Solvay and Camillus, passed away Wednesday at home. A 1964 graduate of Solvay High School and CCBI in 1965, she was a member of the Tyrol Club of Solvay. Jean worked at Allied Chemical and Syracuse University, before retiring from the Visiting Nurse Association of CNY. She enjoyed traveling with...

Mary Ann Battisti

Mary Ann Battisti

Jan 19, 2022

Mary Ann Battisti, 78, of Syracuse, passed away Tuesday at St. Joseph's Hospital Health Center. Born in Syracuse, she was an animal rights activist who helped countless cats find homes and shelter for over 40 years. Mary Ann was a woman of faith who enjoyed classic films, online shopping and loved going to the casino. Mary Ann was predeceased in...

Barbara Jean Soldan

Barbara Jean Soldan

Jan 19, 2022

Barbara J. Soldan, 99, of the village of Camillus, passed away Wednesday at The Commons on St. Anthony in Auburn. A lifetime resident of Camillus, she retired from GTE. Barbara was predeceased by her husband, George; parents, Ralph and Gertrude Howell; and brother, Robert (Shirley) Howell. Surviving are her nephews, Arlie (Linda) Howell of Weedsport, Wayne (Bonnie) Howell of Skaneateles...

Amy Nicole Tracy

Amy Nicole Tracy

Jan 19, 2022

Amy Nicole Tracy, 33, of Syracuse, was called home on Wednesday, January 19 after an almost 10-year battle with a brain tumor. She was a wife, mother, daughter, friend, and beloved family member to many. Amy was fearless. She was a dedicated United States Marine, receiving multiple commendations and awards including the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. Amy was...

William E. "Bill" Stevens

William E. "Bill" Stevens

Jan 18, 2022

William E. “Bill” Stevens, 94, of Camillus, passed away Tuesday. He was an Army veteran of World War II and retired from Centro Bus Co. Bill was predeceased by his wife, Charlotte Anne, in 2007; brothers and sisters; daughter-in-law, Madonna Stevens; and grandson, Dennis Hickman. Surviving are his sons, Charles (Lyn) Stevens of Camillus and Edward Stevens of Parrish, FL;...

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