Obituaries

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...

Dorothy E. Kondratowitz

Dorothy E. Kondratowitz

Jun 26, 2024

Dorothy E. Kondratowicz, 92, of Jamesville, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Loretto Health & Rehabilitation. Born in Scranton, PA, she moved to Syracuse in 1942 and graduated from Cathedral Academy High School. Dorothy dedicated her career to serving as a secretary for the West Genesee Central School District for nine years until her retirement in 1988. Prior to...

Janet (Grant) Leeb, Ph.D.

Janet (Grant) Leeb, Ph.D.

Jun 22, 2024

Janet (Grant) Leeb, Ph.D., 93, of Onondaga Hill, passed away peacefully on Saturday at home. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, she was a proud alumna of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic High School and later earned her Ph.D. from Syracuse University. Janet dedicated over 28 years as a professor at Syracuse University College of Nursing. A devoted communicant...

Maurice C. Wightman

Maurice C. Wightman

Jun 21, 2024

Maurice C. Wightman, 79, of Onondaga Hill, passed away Friday, at Upstate University Hospital. Born in Binghamton, Maurie spent the majority of his life in the Syracuse area, where he left an indelible mark on the community. A proud graduate of Harpursville Central High School, Maurie pursued his passion for funeral services by attending Simmons School of Embalming and Mortuary...

Irene Rehme

Irene Rehme

Jun 20, 2024

Irene Rehme, 82, of Elbridge, passed away peacefully on Thursday at home. Born on March 15, 1942, Irene was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister who brought warmth and joy to all who knew her. Throughout her life, Irene found joy in traveling to Florida and embraced the precious moments spent with her loved ones. She enjoyed watching birds...

E. Clyde Ohl

E. Clyde Ohl

Jun 19, 2024

E. Clyde Ohl, 94, of Camillus, educator and community volunteer, passed away peacefully on Wednesday. Born in Lock Haven, PA, to Ruth and Charles Ohl, he graduated from Lock Haven High School before joining the U.S. Air Force, where he served from 1949 to 1952. Clyde later attended Lock Haven University, earning a bachelor’s degree in education. In 1954, he...

Teresa Anne Sullivan

Teresa Anne Sullivan

Jun 19, 2024

Teresa (LaManche) Sullivan, 63, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Wednesday at home, just minutes before her beloved mother, Mary Alice LaManche, passed away. Their closely timed passing reflects the profound and inseparable bond they shared.

Born in Syracuse and residing in the area throughout her life, Teresa graduated from Marcellus High School and earned her bachelor's degree from Le Moyne...

Mary Alice LaManche

Mary Alice LaManche

Jun 19, 2024

Mary Alice LaManche, 89, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Wednesday at home, just a short time after her beloved daughter, Teresa Sullivan, passed away. Their closely timed passing reflects the profound and inseparable bond they shared. 

Born in Syracuse, Mary Alice lived in Marcellus until moving to the Howlett Hill area in 1956 and was a proud alumna of Marcellus...

Marc A. Stevens

Marc A. Stevens

Jun 19, 2024

Marc A. Stevens, 47, of Camillus, passed away on Wednesday in the comfort of his home. He was a lifelong resident of Camillus and a graduate of West Genesee High School. Marc went on to graduate from SUNY Cortland followed by Upstate Medical University. He was a physician assistant at St. Joseph’s Health Hospital. 

Marc was a cherished son who took...

Patricia Macholl

Patricia Macholl

Jun 15, 2024

Patricia Macholl, 81, of Boynton Beach, FL, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 15, in Florida. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, she moved to Boynton Beach in September 2021. Patricia was a 1961 St. Vincent de Paul High School graduate, attended CCBI, and was employed with the Marcellus Central School District’s Transportation Dept. for over 20 years. A...

Jackson Rodriguez Ortiz

Jackson Rodriguez Ortiz

Jun 12, 2024

Jackson Rodriguez Ortiz, infant son of Kaylee Watkins and Basilio Ortiz, passed away. Also surviving: siblings, Mason Watkins, Anthony Harper, and Leland Ortiz; maternal grandparents, John and Kim Walsh; and paternal grandmother, Leona Murray.

Katherine (Clark) Raddant

Katherine (Clark) Raddant

Jun 8, 2024

Katherine (Clark) Raddant, 82, of Camillus, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday at Crouse Hospital, surrounded by her loving family and friends.   Katherine was born and raised in England, a place she held dear to her heart throughout her life. In 1981, she embarked on a new chapter, moving to the United States where she...

Gerald P. Berkery

Gerald P. Berkery

Jun 8, 2024

Gerald P. Berkery, 83, of Camillus, passed away peacefully on Saturday at his home. A lifelong resident of the Syracuse area, Gerald's life was marked by dedication, service, and a deep love for his family and community.

Gerald graduated from St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School, went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from Le Moyne College, and received his Juris...

James M. Rebhahn

James M. Rebhahn

Jun 5, 2024

James M. Rebhahn, 52, of Syracuse, passed away Wednesday at home. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, he worked at various jobs as a landscaper and chef. James volunteered at Camp Good Times, the Salvation Army, and the Samaritan Center. He enjoyed cooking.Surviving are his sons, Jarred and Jordon Merrihew, and Landon; parents, David and Carol Rebhahn of Sylvan...

Marigrace Rose Creme

Marigrace Rose Creme

Jun 5, 2024

Marigrace Rose Creme, 100, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Wednesday at Upstate Community Hospital. Born on October 17, 1923, she made her mark in the world with kindness, generosity, and unwavering dedication to her family and faith.

Marigrace's journey began in Lyons, NY, before she settled in the Syracuse area at the age of nine. She pursued her education at...

Gemma M. Schlicht

Gemma M. Schlicht

Jun 4, 2024

Gemma M. Schlicht, 87, of Camilluspassed away Tuesday at Crouse Hospital. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was a lifetime resident of the Syracuse area and a graduate of Vocational High School. Gemma enjoyed sewing and crafts. Above all, she loved spending time with her family.

Gemma was predeceased by her husband, Rolland; and parents, John and Mary DiLella.

Surviving are her son,...

Virginia M. “Ginny” Parker

Virginia M. “Ginny” Parker

Jun 3, 2024

Virginia M. Parker, 86, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Monday at home. Born in Utica, she was a lifetime resident of the Syracuse area. Virginia and her husband, Larry, operated their wicker restoration shop together for 40 years called The Outback. In her free time, she enjoyed antiquing and gardening.Virginia was predeceased by her husband, Lawrence “Larry” Parker; first...

Mariya Kostiv

Mariya Kostiv

Jun 3, 2024

On June 3, 2024, our wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Mariya Kostiv, 74, of Solvay, went to be with her Lord while surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 26, 1949, in the small Village of Shpikolosy, Lviv region in Ukraine to Fedor and Paraskovia Chepak. Mariya was the middle child of three, growing up in a...

Wayne Richard Passage

Wayne Richard Passage

Jun 1, 2024

Wayne R. Passage, 86, of Camilluspassed away Saturday after a valiant battle with Parkinson’s Disease and a recent stroke. He entered through the gates of Heaven where he’s riding his Harley Fat Boy with the angels. Wayne was a lifelong resident of the west side of Syracuse and a graduate of Solvay High School. He started his career in the automotive industry...

Ronald J. Dippolito

Ronald J. Dippolito

May 31, 2024

Ronald J. Dippolito, 88, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Friday at Iroquois Nursing Home. Born in Cortland, he lived in the Camillus-Fairmount area for most of his life. Ronald was a U.S. Army veteran and played the clarinet in the Army’s band. He was employed with Merchants National Bank for 35 years, then Solvay Bank for over five years...

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