Jessica J. Aquino, 28, formerly of Cicero, NY and most recently of Baldwinsville, passed away at Upstate University on Saturday. Born on October 27, 1992 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, she graduated from Cicero-North Syracuse High School in 2011. Most recently, she was a dedicated team member of Verilife of Liverpool, NY. She enjoyed drawing, music, archery, hiking, kayaking, snowboarding, spending time with family and friends, but most of all her beloved dogs. She put her heart and soul into all her relationships and everything she pursued. She will be sadly missed by many.
Jessica is predeceased by her father, Jorge Aquino and grandparents, Maria Aquino and Leon Matyjewicz. She is survived by her loving significant other of seven years, Mark Rocco; dad, Thomas Shallcross of Minoa, NY; mother, Pamela Shallcross of SC; sister, Jacqueline Shallcross of Minoa; grandparents, Marsha (Jon Mosher) Meneilly, Craig (Isabel Klima) Meneilly, Luis Aquino, Jane Matyjewicz, Thomas (Sharon) Shallcross; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Calling hours are 2-5 pm Saturday, August 7 at Falardeau Funeral Home, 93 Downer St, Baldwinsville. The funeral service and burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your local animal rescue.