Obituaries

Scott George Stephens

Scott George Stephens

Jul 25, 2024

Scott George Stephens, 58, of Camillus, passed away on July 25, 2024.

Surviving are his parents, Vernon and Beverly of Camillus; brother, Vernon (Christine) of Auburn; and nieces, Brittany and Ashley Stephens.

There will be no services.

Peter E. Herron

Peter E. Herron

Jul 24, 2024

Peter E. Herron, 85, of Camillus, passed away peacefully on Wednesday at home, surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 13, 1938, in Auburn, he spent most of his life in the Syracuse area after graduating from CBA High School in 1956. Following graduation, Peter enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served his time on board the USS...

David "Dave" L. Shannon

David "Dave" L. Shannon

Jul 22, 2024

David “Dave” L. Shannon, of Myrtle Beach, SC, a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away on the evening of July 22, 2024, in his home. David was born on March 13, 1951, in Canton. He was the third child and second son of Walter and Theresa Shannon. 

Dave’s life was marked by diverse interests and contributions. As a child, he...

Risto Sidorovski

Risto Sidorovski

Jul 22, 2024

Risto Sidorovski, 78, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Monday at home, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Openica, he was raised in Porodin, Macedonia. In 1965, Risto completed technical school in Bitola and shortly after went to live and work in Australia for three years. In 1969, he went back to Macedonia to marry the love of his...

Thomas Jerome Harrington

Thomas Jerome Harrington

Jul 22, 2024

Thomas Jerome Harrington, 68, of LaFayette, passed away peacefully on Monday at Strong Memorial Hospital. Born in Manhattan, he moved to the Syracuse area where he was a graduate of Bishop Ludden High School. Thomas went on to establish himself as the esteemed owner of TJH Distributors, where his passion for his work and dedication to his craft shone brightly....

Richard "Dick" Ralph Griffo

Richard "Dick" Ralph Griffo

Jul 19, 2024

Richard “Dick” Griffo, 82, of Camillus, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 19, with his loving family by his side. A lifetime resident of the Camillus area, he was a proud graduate of West Genesee High School and went on to obtain a double master’s degree from the University at Albany. With a career as a dedicated salesman at Diamond...

Gloria Munro Head

Gloria Munro Head

Jul 19, 2024

Gloria Munro Head, 92, of Fairmount, passed away on Friday at Upstate University Hospital following a ruptured brain aneurysm. She was admitted to the hospital after experiencing a stroke at home on July 11. Born in Buffalo and raised in Snyder, she lived in the Syracuse area since 1955. A graduate of Amherst High School, Gloria received her associate’s degree...

Sandra Lee Burgett

Sandra Lee Burgett

Jul 18, 2024

Sandra Burgett, 84, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Thursday at Cortland Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, she was a graduate of Fayetteville Manlius High School. Sandra dedicated over 20 years of her life as a valued teller at KeyBank. Additionally, she served on the Board of Realtors for a decade and contributed...

Louis J. Ruffini

Louis J. Ruffini

Jul 16, 2024

Louis J. Ruffini, 62, of Marcellus, passed away peacefully on Tuesday at home. Born in Hartford, CT, he was a lifetime resident of the Syracuse area. After graduating from West Genesee High School, Louis continued his education at Syracuse University, eventually becoming the esteemed president of Rumetco Sales in Syracuse. His dedication and passion for work were evident to all...

Dorothy "Dot" M. Reiner

Dorothy "Dot" M. Reiner

Jul 12, 2024

Dorothy M. Reiner, 102, of Westvale, passed away peacefully on Friday at Upstate Community Hospital. Dot grew up in Rochester. She married her high school sweetheart, Chuck Reiner, in the summer of 1942. The newlyweds spent time at Mitchel Air Force Base on Long Island until Chuck was shipped out to the South Pacific. In 1953, Dot moved to Syracuse...

Barbara Ann (Baker) Schwarting

Barbara Ann (Baker) Schwarting

Jul 11, 2024

Barbara Ann (Baker) Schwarting’s mind and body became quiet when she moved on to her next life on Thursday at age 92. Though she hadn't finished all her projects, it was time to be with her ancestors, leaving them in good hands to be finished. Enthusiastic about everything in which she was involved, be it family, cooking, genealogy, profession, community,...

Joseph N. Mandolfo

Joseph N. Mandolfo

Jul 9, 2024

Joseph N. Mandolfo, 88, of Camillus, passed away peacefully on Tuesday at The Cottages at Garden Grove. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, he attended North High School. A man of faith, Joseph was a communicant of Holy Family Church and lived his life with kindness and generosity. He was a man of many passions and talents. From his...

James “Jim” P. Mooney

James “Jim” P. Mooney

Jul 8, 2024

James “Jim” P. Mooney, 92, of Camillus, passed away on July 8, 2024, at St. Camillus. Born to Francis and Florence Mooney in Watertown, he attended Split Rock School before joining the Navy to serve in the Korean War on the USS Palau. Jim married the love of his life, the former Patricia Powell, in 1957, and was delighted to...

Margaret Mary (Abbey) Dauler

Margaret Mary (Abbey) Dauler

Jul 8, 2024

Margaret Mary (Abbey) Dauler, lovingly known as “Peggy”, 96, passed away peacefully on Monday. A lifelong Syracuse resident, she graduated from St. Anthony of Padua High School and Powelson Business Institute. Peggy dedicated over 21 years to her career at Crouse Hospital, where she worked in accounts payable and payroll before retiring in 2003. She was proud of her Irish...

Lucy (Bukowy) Currie

Lucy (Bukowy) Currie

Jul 7, 2024

Lucy (Bukowy) Currie, 94, of Camillus, passed away Sunday at Syracuse Home Association. Born in NYC, she was raised in Freehold, NJ, and moved to Camillus in 1952. Lucy earned her bachelor's degree from Rider College in Lawrenceville, NJ, and worked for Egan Real Estate and Gallagher Real Estate. A communicant of St. Joseph's Church, she was an avid golfer...

C.R. "Toby" Touby

C.R. "Toby" Touby

Jul 7, 2024

C.R. “Toby” Touby, 85, of Saranac Lake, passed away peacefully on Sunday at home. Born and raised in Mason, OH, he moved to Saranac Lake in 1976 where he lived most of his life. A graduate of Mansfield Senior High School, Toby received his Master's Degree in Music from Ohio State University. His greatest joy came from spending time with...

Glenn E. Argus

Glenn E. Argus

Jul 5, 2024

Glenn E. Argus, 91, of Onondaga Hill, passed away Friday at home, surrounded by his loving family. Glenn's life was marked by dedication to his family, his community, and his many passions.

A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, Glenn was a graduate of Central High School, and went on to serve his country with honor as a US Army Veteran...

Shirley M. (Hummell) Bosell

Shirley M. (Hummell) Bosell

Jul 4, 2024

Shirley M. (Hummell) Bosell, 87, a loving and devoted mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on July 4 at home with peace, grace, and dignity. She was surrounded by her loving family and was celebrated with fireworks! Shirley was grateful to remain in the home she loved through the care of her children, Hospice (a special thank you to Mallory...

Isabella Turturo Smith

Isabella Turturo Smith

Jul 4, 2024

Isabella Turturo Smith, 99, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Thursday surrounded by her family. Born and raised in Frankfort, she moved to Utica in 1941, where she built a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication.

Isabella worked for the State Office Building in Albany for over 20 years, where she was known for her diligence and warm personality. Prior...

Lucy A. (Gironda) Mastrocola

Lucy A. (Gironda) Mastrocola

Jun 30, 2024

Lucy A. (Gironda) Mastrocola, 100, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Sunday at Iroquois Nursing Home. Born and raised in Pennsylvania, she moved to the Syracuse area in 1947 where she built a life filled with love. Lucy was a proud graduate of Conemaugh Township High School. She dedicated over 25 years of her professional life as a secretary with...

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