OBITUARIES

Paula A. Swift

Paula A. Swift

Oct 17, 2024

Paula Ann Swift, 58, lifelong resident of Dewitt, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024. Paula was a 1984 graduate of Jamesville-Dewitt High School and received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from SUNY Oswego in 1988. She summered at a seasonal residence on Otisco Lake since she was a child.

Paula was a stay-at-home mom for many years while raising her family...

Susan M. Gildemeyer

Susan M. Gildemeyer

Oct 16, 2024

Susan “Sue” M. Gildemeyer, 74, of Mattydale, passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at home. A native of Syracuse, Sue was born to the late Francis and Georgianna (Klahs) Gildemeyer. She attended North Syracuse High School and went on to complete a year of business school. 

Sue worked as an administrative assistant for Crawford and Co. Insurance in East Syracuse before...

Jean M. Yerdon

Jean M. Yerdon

Oct 15, 2024

Jean M. Yerdon, 88, of Collingwood Ave. North in Syracuse, passed away Tuesday, October 15th, 2024. Born to the late Gerald and Florence (Hooge) Cooper, Jean was raised on the North Side of Syracuse and was a 1954 graduate of North High School. She wintered in New Port Richey, Florida, for 20 years and maintained a camp at Brennan’s Beach...

Dawn M. Brown

Dawn M. Brown

Oct 13, 2024

Dawn M. Brown, 58, of Mattydale, passed away Sunday, October 13th, 2024 unexpectedly after a fatal car accident. A native of Eastwood, Dawn attended North Syracuse Central Schools with the class of 1984.

Dawn worked at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield in East Syracuse as an enrollment specialist for the past 15 years. She was a sales representative for Young Living Essential Oils...

Douglas K. Abbey

Douglas K. Abbey

Oct 10, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas K. Abbey, 55, of Verona, PA and formerly of Syracuse. He passed away suddenly on October 10th, 2024. 

Douglas was predeceased by his “pop”, Jim Maloney, and his grandparents, Kenneth and Edna Abbey. 

He is survived by his wife, Michelle Abbey; mother, Cheryl Maloney; a sister, Donalea Maloney; aunt, Rachele...

Margaret Felter

Margaret Felter

Oct 1, 2024

Margaret Felter, 95, of Mattydale, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Born in the Scranton/Wilkes Barre area of PA, Margaret resided on the West end of Syracuse since 1963. She was very family oriented, enjoyed cooking, and traveling with her family and following the Syracuse University sports teams. Margaret was a longtime communicant of St. Margaret’s Church.

She was predeceased by...

Connie F. Stassi

Connie F. Stassi

Sep 20, 2024

Heaven has another angel. Connie Stassi, 96, long time resident of Mattydale, passed away Friday, September 20th, peacefully with her family by her side. Connie was a native of the Syracuse area and resided in Mattydale for 64 years. She attended Prescott School and then worked at Lype Rollway before getting married.

 After raising seven children, she opened her own business,...

Michael Barr

Michael Barr

Sep 19, 2024

Michael “Mike” Frederick Barr, 73, of Baldwinsville, was called to the Lord on September 19, 2024. Mike was born on April 25, 1951, to the late Fred and Carmen (Eldridge) Barr in Gouverneur, NY. He grew up in Gouverneur, Plattsburgh, and North Syracuse areas and spent most of his married life in Baldwinsville. Mike was a 1970 graduate of North...

Nancy B. Andrews

Nancy B. Andrews

Aug 31, 2024

Nancy B. Andrews, from the Beemans of Fulton, passed away Saturday, August 31. She was adored by her siblings, Lynn, Barbara, and Thomas.

She was married faithfully to Mason Andrews with whom she had three lovely children with: Garrett, Vanessa, and Marcus; two beautiful grandchildren, Jordyn and Cameron; and she was blessed.

A Service of Remembrance will be held on Sunday, 9/15,...

Dale W. Thomas

Dale W. Thomas

Aug 22, 2024

Dale W. Thomas, 63, of Sandy Creek, NY, passed suddenly on August 22, 2024, following his passion in life. Dale was born on January 1, 1961, and was the son of Jerry and MaryHelen Thomas. He lived a life of service for his family, friends, and community.

Dale lived in Sandy Creek for the majority of his life. He started his...

Arlene R. Bukowski

Arlene R. Bukowski

Aug 16, 2024

Arlene R. Bukowski, 90, devoted mother, and beloved friend, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2024, at home. Born on June 7, 1934, in Syracuse, Arlene was the daughter of the late Stanley and Mary Bazydlo. She attended Bessie Riordan and graduated from St. John the Baptist High School. Arlene's professional journey began after attending business school in Syracuse, earning...

William J. Savage

William J. Savage

Aug 14, 2024

William J. Savage, 93, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. He was the son of the late William A. and Katherine Savage. William graduated from Vocational High School and enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served aboard the USS Vulcan.

He retired from Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation after 37 years of employment. He then resided in Florida for 25...

Margaret M. Biswanger

Margaret M. Biswanger

Aug 4, 2024

Margaret Mary (Hawalka) Biswanger, 78, of Liverpool, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2024. Margaret was born on August 16, 1945, in Kingston, PA, to Stanley and Agnes (Drobb) Hawalka.

She graduated from North Syracuse High School in 1963, attended Rosary Hill College, and then transferred to LeMoyne College where she graduated in 1967. Margaret met the love of her life,...

Judy R. Rudd

Judy R. Rudd

Jul 25, 2024

Judy R. Rudd, 84 of Pitcher Hill Apartments, passed away Thursday, July 25, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Syracuse. Born in Halstead, PA, Judy was the daughter of the late Charles and Eleanor (Ludington) Tompkins.

 She worked as a lunch aide at Webster School in Syracuse for many years. Judy was a member of the Schiller Park Association and Neighborhood Watch....

Barbara L. Appleton

Barbara L. Appleton

Jul 20, 2024

Barbara L. Appleton, 92, formerly of Cicero, passed away Saturday, July 20th, 2024, surrounded by those she loved. A native of Syracuse, Barbara was a 1950 graduate of North High and was the daughter of the late William M. and Lucy (Eagle) Griep. She resided in the Cicero & North Syracuse area where she and Ed raised their family with...

Marilyn J. Segrell

Marilyn J. Segrell

Jul 15, 2024

Marilyn J. Segrell, loving Mother and Grandmother, formerly of Washingtonville, NY, and San Francisco, CA, passed away Monday, July 15, 2024, at Iroquois Nursing Home in Jamesville. She was 92 years old. The daughter of the late Ivan and Violet (Rooke) Leavitt, Marilyn was born on February 29, 1932, in St Louis, Missouri.

Marilyn worked many years for Orange County Department...

Susan Miller

Susan Miller

Jul 5, 2024

Susan Miller, 86, of Syracuse, born in Charleston, SC, went to be with the Lord on July 5, 2024. 

Dedicated wife of 69 years, she is survived by her husband, SSgt Willie Miller Jr. retired US Air Force veteran. She was a loving mother of eight children: Kevin L. (Heidrun) Miller of Syracuse, Beverly A. Smith of VA, Dean Miller of...

George E. Lightenfield, Sr.

George E. Lightenfield, Sr.

Jun 24, 2024

George E. Lightenfield Sr., 83, resident of Mattydale for most of his life, passed away Monday, June 24, 2024, at Central Park Rehabilitation. George worked his entire career as a plumber in the Syracuse area. He started learning at the age of 15 and worked for many companies including Dave Baron Plumbing and Morgan Badgley Company before retiring in 2006....

John N. Kolodziey

John N. Kolodziey

Jun 16, 2024

John N. Kolodziey, 72, of Rainbow Lake passed away peacefully on June 16, 2024. John was born in Syracuse, NY to the late John and Joan (Phair) Kolodziey of Mattydale. He was a graduate of North Syracuse High School and Oswego State University.

He was predeceased by his wife of 45 years, Leslie (Carpenter) Kolodziey, in 2023.

He is survived by his...

William C. Fraser

William C. Fraser

May 29, 2024

William "Bill" C. Fraser, 89, of Mattydale, passed away Wednesday, May 29th, at home. Bill was born and raised in Port Leyden, NY where he graduated from Port Leyden High School. He was the son of the late Clayton and Mary (Mangan) Fraser.

Bill served in the US Navy from 1954-1959. He retired after working for 30 years as a mason...