Georgene Elizabeth Jonov
Oct 17, 2026
Georgene "Jean" Jonov, 84, of Baldwinsville, passed away peacefully Saturday at Francis House surrounded by her family. Born in Oswego, Jean lived in Baldwinsville before moving to Conquest, where she and her husband Peter, owned and operated a hobby farm with over 50 acres. After 30 years on the farm, Jean and Peter moved back to Baldwinsville. Jean retired as...
Judy M. Styers
Oct 12, 2026
Judy M. Styers, 88, of Baldwinsville, passed away October 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born August 31, 1938 in Syracuse, Judy grew up in Baldwinsville and graduated from Baldwinsville High School. Her lifelong love of animals began with the horses she grew up with and continued through the many pets she welcomed into her home.
Judy drove a...
Hunter James Hennessey
Oct 9, 2026
Hunter James Hennessey, born on March 21, 2004, in Syracuse, NY, left us too soon on October 9, 2026 as the result of an accident. Hunter was a bright and adventurous spirit. He is survived by his loving mother, Melissa Hennessey, twin brother Dakota Hennessey, grandparents James and Moe Hennessey, and uncle Mike Hennessey [aka Teammate]. He was preceded in...
Kathryn Mary DeTota
Oct 6, 2026
Kathryn "Kathy" Mary DeTota, 85, of Baldwinsville, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2026, after a battle with cancer.
Born in Syracuse, Kathy was the oldest of six children of Boyla and Gertrude Grad. She graduated from North High School and met her husband, Ronald "Ron" DeTota, while working at the New York State Fair. They married on August 20, 1960,...
Veronica McNeill Solomon
Oct 6, 2026
Veronica McNeill Solomon
July 8, 1942 - October 6, 2026
Veronica McNeill Solomon, age 84, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2026, in Syracuse, New York.
Born on July 8, 1942, in Syracuse, New York, and raised in the small Erie Canal community of Memphis, New York, Veronica dedicated her life to her family, her Catholic faith, and her work...
Wayne Munroe Draughn
Oct 4, 2026
Wayne Draughn, 39, of Syracuse, passed Sunday. Surviving are his mother, Cindy; brother, Steve. A Celebration is Saturday, October 17, from 12 to 4 p.m. at Twisted Mayhem Gaming, 8072 Brewerton Rd., Cicero.
Anne Claudette Davis
Oct 1, 2026
ANNE CLAUDETTE DAVIS, 77, of Baldwinsville NY, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2026, at Upstate Hospital. She was born on March 5, 1949, in Jamesville. Anne was predesceased by her parents, Earl and Yvette Bogan.
Anne was the beloved wife of Donald Davis, with whom she shared nearly 54 years of marriage. Together, they built a life centered on...
Richard Paul Difiore
Oct 1, 2026
Richard Paul DiFiore, 69, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 1, 2026, with his family by his side. Rick was born in Utica, NY, a son of the late Rosario and Jennie (Ciccone) DiFiore. Rick obtained his associate's degree in civil engineering and spent almost four decades working in the environmental consulting business. He founded and led the construction division...
James "Jim" Bishop
Oct 1, 2026
James "Jim" Bishop, 83, of Pennellville, entered the presence of his Savior in heaven on Thursday, October 1. Born in Syracuse, he was a 1962 graduate of Phoenix Central High School.Jim was a life long member of the First Baptist Church in Phoenix and dairy farmer. He shared the farm responsibilities with his father Victor and brother, Daryl.He was involved...
Mary Madison Rodriguez Gort
Sep 28, 2026
Mary Madison Rodriguez Gort of Largo, Florida, passed away Monday September 28th at the age of 75. Born in Syracuse, New York, she was a graduate and Valedictorian of Corcoran High School and later earned her Bachelor's Degree in Education from SUNY Oswego. She retired from NY Telephone (now Verizon) in a supervisory role before relocating to Largo, Florida in...
Doris Anne Hildebrandt
Sep 28, 2026
Doris A. Hildebrandt passed away on September 28, 2026. She was born on December 19, 1932, in Brooklyn, New York, and raised in Williston Park on Long Island. After graduating from Green Mountain College in Vermont, she married Herbert Hildebrandt and moved to Baldwinsville, New York, in 1954.
Doris was a devoted member and elder of the First Presbyterian Church...
Thomas Andrew Meloling
Sep 27, 2026
Thomas Meloling passed away on September 27th surrounded by his family. Thom lived his entire life in the village of Baldwinsville and worked for Morris Pumps, which later became ITT Goulds Pumps, for over 50 years.
Thom was deeply invested in his community and his children's lives. He spent years helping to build the Baldwinsville PeeWee Wrestling Club, volunteered...
Joan Dawes Litteer
Sep 26, 2026
Joan Dawes Litteer, 94, formally of Liverpool, NY passed away Saturday, September 26th at Syracuse Homes in Baldwinsville, NY surrounded by her loving family.
Joan (Jo) was born in Lewiston, Maine to Forest E. Dawes & Celia Adams Dawes. Jo was raised in Auburn, Maine with her sister, Betty and brother, Forest. Growing up on Lake Auburn, Jo's childhood was...
Dennis Bradley Babcock
Sep 25, 2026
Dennis Bradley Babcock, 71, passed away on September 25, 2026.
Born July 24, 1955, in Syracuse, Dennis worked for Oswego Industries for 43 years, where he formed many lasting friendships. He was a longtime member of Pennellville Methodist Church and a frequent listener of WMHR radio. Dennis enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially fishing and camping. He also had a lifelong...
Francis "Fran" Borasky
Sep 18, 2026
Francis "Fran" Borasky, of Pennellville, passed away Friday, September 18, 2026. Born in Syracuse, he was a carpenter with Local 747.
Fran loved the outdoors, especially camping and fishing. He loved to dance, his lotto tickets, sports, and most importantly, his family.
Fran was predeceased by his wife of 47 years, Donna; parents, Francis and Clara; son, Brad; brother, Joseph; and sisters,...
Mark Wayne Crook
Sep 15, 2026
Mark Crook of Baldwinsville, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 15, 2026. Mark had a love for travel, antique cars & photography. He always looked forward to his annual trip to Retreat & Refresh Stroke camp to meet up with friends and extended family. Mark is survived by his wife Joanne (Rolince) Crook, his children, and grandchildren. Donations...
John Howard Christian
Sep 12, 2026
John H. Christian, 62, of Baldwinsville, passed away on September 12, 2026. Born August 21, 1964, in Syracuse. John was a proud graduate of the final graduating class of Cicero High School in 1982.
John continued his education at SUNY Geneseo, earning an undergraduate degree in education followed by a master's degree in mathematics. He devoted more than 30 years...
Robert James Johnston
Sep 11, 2026
Robert James Johnston, born on July 21, 1934, in Syracuse, NY, passed away on September 11, 2026, at the age of 92. He spent his life in Baldwinsville, a place he cherished deeply. Robert was known for his ability to build or repair just about anything. After working 14 years at Hudson & Mowins in Baldwinsville, he began a career...
Donald E. Weber
Sep 10, 2026
Donald Edward Weber Born Nov. 20, 1933 passed away Thursday Sept. 10, 2026 at home surrounded by family. He was born in Syracuse NY. He graduated from Eastwood High School in 1952. He was drafted into the US Army. He completed his active duty and received an Honorable discharge in 1955. He then became a Syracuse firefighter where he served...
Roland "Abe" Ellis
Sep 9, 2026
Roland "Abe" Ellis
Roland Lincoln Ellis, known since childhood as "Abe," lost a long and valiant struggle against cancer on Sept. 9, 2026, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Syracuse. He was 69 years old.
During nearly a year of chemotherapy, Abe's beautiful spirit never wavered. It didn't matter how tired or uncomfortable he might be, there was always a welcoming smile and...
