Aug 28, 2019

Todd A. Drapola, 54, passed away Wednesday, August 28 after a year-long illness. He was born in Grove City, PA to Frederick and Edna Drapola of Mercer, PA. Todd graduated from Mercer High School and attended Indiana University in PA. He continued his education through specialty training in the HVAC industry throughout his career. Todd was a talented mechanic...

Aug 28, 2019

Dorris Lavallee, 102, passed away at The Francis House Wednesday with her family by her side. She lived life to the fullest, loving everyone she met and being the best mom ever. Dorris is predeceased by her parents, Clare and Annah Sterling, husbands, Clarence Wilson, Edward Bullion, and Bernard Lavallee, son, Clare Wilson, brother, Delos Sterling, sister, Lorene LaMontagne....

Aug 27, 2019

Helen Council, 93, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at Francis House in Syracuse, NY. She was born on March 17, 1926 in Syracuse, NY to Ernst and Gertrude Huebner. Helen graduated from Minoa High School, and Syracuse Secretarial School, and married her High School sweetheart Edwin "Bruce" Maynard in 1946 (deceased 1965). She met Robert "Bob"...

Aug 25, 2019

Joann C. Edwards Kaisa passed away August 25, 2019 at St Josephs' Hospital. She was born November 15, 1968 in Sidney, NY. She graduated from Sidney Central School and earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees at Syracuse University. She was employed by Catholic Charities and Hillside of Syracuse. Joann was active in all High school sports, particularly tennis. In...

Aug 20, 2019

Theresa C. DeShane, formally of Jordan, NY, passed away peacefully on August 20th, 2019 at the Syracuse Home McHarrie Place in Baldwinsville, NY. She was born on April 11, 1932 in Syracuse to Charles and Erma VanSlyke and is predeceased by her husband Clarence Fredrick DeShane, brothers Henry and Charles VanSlyke and sister Alice Baker. As a young girl...

Aug 16, 2019

Zachary W. Helfrich, 19, of Baldwinsville, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, August 16, 2019. Zach was a graduate of C. W. Baker High School in Baldwinsville. Zach was planning to attend Virginia Tech as a member of the Corps of Cadets. He was active with the Civil Air Patrol and had achieved the very rigorous 3rd Class Ranger status. Zach...

Aug 12, 2019

Carol M. Lynch, 63, passed away Monday, August 12 after a brief illness. She was full of life and loved life. Carol is survived by her husband, Chester R. Lynch; children, Christopher (Nicole) Lynch, Robbilynne (Edward) Mason, Melissa (Fred) Gaylord, and Chester M. (Krista) Lynch; grandchildren, Elissa, Erin and Nathan Gaylord and Kyle, Liam, and Sophia Lynch. Calling hours...

Aug 12, 2019

Clayton Amyotte, 88, passed away Monday, August 12, 2019 at St. Camillus Health and Rehabilitation. He started working at Carrier Corp. at the age of 19 and retired when he was 62. When Clayton retired, he chose to get his CDL license and worked for Syracuse City Schools. Clayton joined the Navy when he was 21 and after being...

Aug 10, 2019

Catherine M. Rice, 98, of Baldwinsville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 10 with her loving family by her side. She was born in Baldwinsville and was a lifetime resident. Catherine was an active member of St. Mary's Church in Baldwinsville from raising money to build the parish, to teaching catechism classes, to being a member in the Rosary...

Aug 9, 2019

On Friday, August 9, 2019, Anthony Rocco Lofaro passed away in Syracuse, NY at the age of 96. After emigrating with his parents, Giuseppe and Santa (Nicolo) Lofaro from Scilla, Reggio Calabria, Italy in 1928, Tony lived in the Village of Tarrytown, NY for most of his life. After his retirement, he moved to Baldwinsville, NY to be close...

Aug 9, 2019

Robert M. Putzer, 60, passed away unexpectedly August 9 at St. Joseph's Hospital. He was born in Syracuse, NY to William and Agnes Putzer. Bob was the owner of Affordable Windows in Syracuse, NY. He was a handyman and could fix almost anything. Bob loved animals and going to Florida in the winter. Bob is predeceased by his parents,...

Aug 1, 2019

Jul 30, 2019

Frederick "Pop" Herbs 82, of Baldwinsville, WB2PEM Ham operator became a Silent Key July 30th, 2019. He was born March 25, 1937 to parents Frederick N. and Hazel Herbs of Hudson, NY. Fred was born and raised in Philmont, NY. He attended Clarkson College. He retired in 1992 as Senior Chemist for Bristol-Myers Squibb after 36 years. Fred was...

Jul 20, 2019

Kyle L. Rossetti, 38, of Phoenix passed away Saturday. July 20, 2019. Kyle was born in Syracuse and lived in Phoenix all of his life. As a youth, Kyle was in Boy Scouts and he earned the highest award becoming an Eagle Scout. He was a graduate of Paul Smith, enjoyed cooking and was employed for many years at...

Jul 19, 2019

Cecil E. Reeves, 95, of Baldwinsville passed away Friday, July 19, 2019, at his home. He was a 1942 graduate of Baldwinsville where he lettered in 3 sports and was All County First Team in football for the 1941 season. He spent most of his life in partnership with his wife, Dorothy, and their nine children in the creation...

Jul 13, 2019

John F. Kotlik, 97, passed away peacefully on July 13. He was born in Buffalo, NY to John G. and Frances Kotlik. John served as a WW II Infantry Officer and a Company Commander in the US Army. He also served as a Captain in the Army Reserves. He graduated from the University of Buffalo and was previously employed...

Jul 12, 2019

Helen P. Lester, 98, passed away at McHarrie Place on Friday, July 12, 2019. She was born on March 2, 1921 to Howard and Bess Coleman and married to Robert C. Lester in 1939. Helen and Bob raised their only child, Bill, while living in the Valley of Syracuse where the family was actively involved. They were members of...

Jul 9, 2019

Joseph E. Tetrault, 91, passed away at home July 9 surrounded by his family. He was born in Champlain, NY to Joseph A. and Rose Tetrault and has lived in Syracuse since 1959. Joseph retired from Schlinder Elevator Co. as the General Manager and was a communicant of St. Augustine's Church in Baldwinsville. Joseph is survived by his wife...

Jul 7, 2019

Jean R. Becker, 89, passed away July 7, 2019, at Syracuse Home in Baldwinsville. Jean loved knitting, quilting, and reading. Most of all she loved spending time with all her family and loved ones. Jean worked many years in the cup room at Syracuse China, where she retired. Jean is predeceased by her loving husband, James and her daughter,...

Jul 4, 2019

Betty J. Bourque of Baldwinsville passed away Thursday, July 4, 2019. Surviving are her children; Missy O'Brien, John O'Brien and Cheri (Tony) D'Elia; 12 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Calling hours will be from 4pm to 7pm Tuesday, July 9th at the Falardeau Funeral Home, 93 Downer St., Baldwinsville.