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Banack, Dorothy (Bisesi)   
October 22, 2004 Dorothy (Bisesi) Banack, 88, of Syracuse, passed away Friday
in Crouse Hospital. Her husband Frank died in 1976. She is survived by a
daughter Beverly (Neal) Martuscello of Liverpool; a son Robert (Camille)
Banack of Clay; fivegrandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a special nephew
and caregiver, Troy Bisesi; also several other nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. in PIRRO & SONS FUNERAL
HOME. Burial will be in Assumption Cemetery. Calling hours will be Monday from
4 to 7 p.m., 514 Turtle Street, Syracuse.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Barbara, Carol Barbara   
(Barrow) Ryan October 23, 2004 Carol Barbara (Barrow) Ryan, 54, of Liverpool,
passed away Saturday at St. Joseph's Hospital after a courageous fight against
cancer. Born in Syracuse, October 6, 1950, she graduated North Syracuse High
School in 1968 and State University ofPlattsburgh in 1972. She worked for R.M.
Scanlon Associates for a number of years. Carol was an avid golfer and a
member of Arrowhead Golf Course. Those nearest to her will remember her for
her spirit in the darkest of times, her loyalty and devotion to them and her
compassion for, and love of, animals. She will be deeply missed by her family
and friends. Her father, Wesley Barrow, and sister, Janice Barrow, predeceased
her. Carol was a member of First Baptist Church of Syracuse. She is survived
by her husband, James F. Ryan of Liverpool; her mother, June Barrow of
Liverpool, a stepson, Michael J. Ryan of Liverpool; stepdaughters, Jennifer
Reilly of Hainesport, NJ, and Amy Ryan of Fredericksburg, VA; grandchildren:
Shane, Emma Aidan, Michael and Daniel; a sister-in-law, Marion Ryan; and a
niece, Sharon Keener. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 10 a.m. at
New Comer Family Funeral Home, North Syracuse. Burial will follow in White
Chapel Memory Gardens, DeWitt. Friends are invited to call on Tuesday from 4
to 7 p.m. at the funeral home, 705 N Main St. Contributions in Carol's name
may be made to Golden Retriever Rescue of CNY.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Benson, John Gillette   
October 21, 2004 Mr. John Gillette Benson, 82, died at St. Joseph's Hospital
on October 21, 2004, after a short illness. He was the son of Adelbert and
Harriet Benson formerly of Hall Road, Oswego. He was a graduate of Cornell
University and Syracuse University and was employed as a research chemist at
Allied Chemical for 34 years until his retirement in 1983. He is survived by
his wife, Jane Powers Benson, and predeceased by his son, Robert Walter
Benson. Services will begin at 11 a.m. on Monday, October 25 at the Tindall
Funeral Home, 1921 West Genesee Street, Syracuse. Burial will follow at
Riverside Cemetery, Route 57, Oswego. TINDALL FUNERAL HOME INC
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Bouissey, Janann C.   
October 22, 2004 Janann C. Bouissey, 69, of Eastwood, died Friday at St.
Joseph's Hospital. She was a native of Churubosco, NY, and was a wonderful
homemaker. She was predeceased by her husband Vernon C. Bouissey on November
8, 2003. Surviving are her daughter, Doreen Bouissey of Eastwood; a son and
daughter-in-law, Kurt and Anne Bouissey of North Syracuse; three
grandchildren: Kayla, Kara and Joshua; and five siblings: Annette Ives of
Watertown; Joan Boscardin and Rose Miller, of Dover Plains, NY; Eileen
Marcoilis of Eustis, FL; and Richard Charland of Syracuse. Funeral services
will be Tuesday at 8:15 a.m. at Fergerson Funeral Home and 9 a.m. at Blessed
Sacrament Church, with burial following in Woodlawn Cemetery. Calling hours
will be from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday at Fergerson Funeral Home, 215 South Main
Street, North Syracuse. Donations may be made to a favorite charity.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Bowers, Brittany N.   
October 21, 2004 Brittany Nicole Bowers, 17, of Lafayette, died Thursday as
the result of a car accident. She was a senior at LaFayette Jr./Sr. High
School, where she played varsity basketball, played the flute in the high
school band and was a member of itsMentor Program. She was a member of the
National Honor Society and Who's Who Among American High School Students. She
had volunteered at the LaFayette Outreach. Brittany is survived by her
parents, Bridget and David Camaione of LaFayette; her father, Brian Bowers of
Georgia; one brother, Samuel Camaione of LaFayette; and her grandmother,
Geraldine Camaione of Camillus. She was preceded in death by her grandmother,
Mary J. Mullen, in 2001. Funeral Service: Tuesday at 1 p.m. at Ballweg &
Lunsford Funeral Home, LaFayette. Burial: Onondaga Valley Cemetery, Syracuse.
Calling Hours: Monday from 3 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home, 2584 Field Lane.
Please light a candle in memory of Brittany at www.ballweg-lunsford.com ZBALLW
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Caldwell, Charlotte   
October 21, 2004 Charlotte Caldwell of Cleveland, passed away Thursday at the
Eastern Star Home in Oriskany. She was born in Erie, PA, and lived in
Cleveland, NY, for 50 years. She graduated from SUNY Oswego and taught at
Cleveland Elementary for 30 years. She volunteered for another 15 years after
her retirement. Most of her classroom time was spent in the sixth grade. She
was very active in the Eastern Stars. She was predeceased by her sister
Virginia Haber and her brother Laurence Caldwell. Survivors: brothers: Eden W.
(Betty) Caldwell and Grant Caldwell, both of Cleveland, and Phillip (Ginny)
Caldwell of Oklahoma; sister-in-law, Dutch Graham of Camden; many nieces and
nephews. At Charlotte's request, her services will be private. In lieu of
flowers, contributions may be made to the Cleveland Historical Society in
Charlotte's memory. Arrangements entrusted to Traub Funeral Home, Inc. Central
Square, NY.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Carr, Mary Frances   
October 23, 2004 Mary Frances Carr, 71, passed away at Community Hospital on
Saturday after a brief illness. She was born in Syracuse to James and Margaret
Carr. Mary Frances served in Afghanistan with the Peace Corps for two years,
1963 to 1965. She worked with the Secret Service for many years before
retiring in 1980. Mary Frances is survived by her brother, James J. Sr.;
sister-in-law, Arlie; nephews, James and David (Tina); niece, Sandra; and
great-nieces, Tara Lynn and Meghan Marie. Services will be private.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Case, James R. "Bo"   
October 22, 2004 James R. "Bo" Case, 53, of 7173 Bolivar Rd., Chittenango,
died Friday at Crouse Hospital. Bo was a life resident of Chittenango. He
graduated from Chittenango High School in 1969 and was a graduate of Mohawk
Valley Community College. Hewas a self-employed carpenter. Bo was a former
Chittenango Pop Warner Football coach. Surviving are his mother, Elizabeth
"Mac" Case of Chittenango; a brother, John H. "Cedar" Case of Chittenango; a
sister, Susan Felicia of Cicero; and a niece, Elizabeth Felicia. He was
predeceased by his father Raymond in 1969. Funeral services will be 10 a.m.
Tuesday at G.F. Zimmer Funeral Home, Chittenango. Calling hours will be 2 to 4
and 6 to 9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, 702 Legion Drive. Contributions
may be made to the Chittenango C.S. Dollars for Scholars, P.O. Box 303,
Chittenango, NY 13037. G.F. ZIMMER F.H. Chittenango 687-3366
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Conaway Sr., Frank L.   
October 22, 2004 Frank L. Conaway Sr., 89, of Oswego, died Friday. He was a
member of Carpenters Local #747 for over 58 years. He was an avid perch
fisherman and a member of the N.Y. State Fiddlers Association. He loved his
family, friends and fishing. Survived by his children: Bridget Williams and
Jane Jakelsky of Columbus, Ohio; Frank L. Conaway Jr. and Michael Conaway,
both of Oswego; Kathleen Wallace of Buena Vista, CO; Colleen Helvie Rota of
New Haven; and Thomas Conaway of Fulton. Funeral services are private. Friends
may call at the Dowdle Funeral Home on Monday from 4 to 7 p.m.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Coogan, Dorothy   
October 23, 2004 Dorothy (Guthy) Coogan, of 150 Old Liverpool Rd., died
Saturday at Loretto. Dorothy was born in Brooklyn, NY, and moved to Syracuse
with her husband and two daughters. She was married at St. Malachy's Church in
Brooklyn, NY, in 1940 and was a communicant of Immaculate Heart of Mary in
Liverpool. She was a devoted mother and wife and worked in her later years at
Community General Hospital, retiring in 1977. She and her husband retired to
North Carolina and Virginia before moving back to Syracuse to be with her
family. Surviving are her husband of 64 years, Norman; two daughters, Patricia
French of Parish, NY, and Mary (Tony) Stimson of Lafayette, NY; six
grandchildren: Michele, Timothy, Melissa, Thomas, Victoria and Drew; six
great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be
10 a.m. Wednesday, October 27, 2004, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church,
Liverpool. Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery. Calling hours are Tuesday from 3 to 6
p.m. at Maurer Funeral Home, 300 Second St., Liverpool.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Davis, Janay L.   
October 21, 2004 Janay L. Davis, 17, of LaFayette, passed away on Thursday.
She is survived by her parents, Charles (Tami) Davis and Daphanie (Jermaine)
Price; paternal grandparents, Lindburg and Ruth Davis; maternal grandparents,
Elmer and Dorothy Koons;brothers, Joshua Campbell and CJ Davis; and a host of
aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Services will be held on Thursday, Oct.
28, at 11 a.m. at Hopps Memorial CME Church, 1110 South State Street,
Syracuse. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 27, from 2 to 4 and 7
to 9 p.m. at the church. Burial will take place at LaFayette Cemetery
following the service. Donations may be made to the family.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Dix, Kimberly J.   
October 21, 2004 Kimberly J. Dix, 17, of LaFayette went home to be with the
Lord Thursday. She was a senior at LaFayette Jr./Sr. High School and was voted
"Best Personality," class of 2005. She was employed at Jamesville Depot and a
member of RealityCheck and LaFayette Alliance Church. She was very active in a
wide variety of activities. Kimberly is survived by her father, Donald A. Dix
of LaFayette; her mother, Ruth Spicer of Rochester; two sisters, Amelia G. Dix
of LaFayette and Samantha Spicer of Rochester; two brothers, Kevin A. Dix of
LaFayette and Brandon Spicer of Rochester; paternal grandparents, Donald F.
and Judy M. (Reahr) Dix of Jamesville; maternal grandparents, Donald and
Philippa Georgie of England; maternal great-grandmother, Esther Carter of
Green Bay, WI; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral service will be held
Tuesday at 11 a.m. in LaFayette Alliance Church. Private burial will be in
Jamesville Cemetery. Calling hours will be held Monday from 2 to 9 p.m. at
LaFayette Alliance Church, corner of Route 20 and LaFayette Road, LaFayette.
Contributions may be made to LaFayette Fire Department, Route 11, LaFayette,
NY 13084 or Sentinal Heights Vol. Fire Dept., 4200 Dave Tilden Road,
Jamesville, NY 13078. Please light a candle in memory of Kimberly at
www.ballweg-lunsford.com ZBALLW
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Dowd, Francis E. "Frank"   
August 26, 2004 Francis E. "Frank" Dowd, 91, formerly of Curtis Avenue,
Baldwinsville, passed away on August 26, 2004, while a resident of Roo Lan
Health Care Center, Olympia, WA. Surviving are Frank's two sons, Chip of
Olympia, WA, and Jim of Edgemont, SD; two grandsons, Matthew and Eric, both of
Olympia, WA; three nieces: Ann Bitterman of East Syracuse, NY; Barbara
Annorino of Oswego, NY; and Roberta Dowd of Brandon, FL; and one nephew,
Donald Dowd of Oswego, NY. A memorial Mass will be held on October 30 at 10
a.m. in St. Mary's Church, Baldwinsville, NY.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Fortunato, Nicholas A.   
October 23, 2004 Nicholas A. Fortunato, 77, of Syracuse, passed away Saturday
at St. Joseph's Hospital. Born in Syracuse, he was a life resident of Syracuse
and a communicant of Our Lady of Pompei Church. Mr. Fortunato retired as owner
and operator from Nick's Smoke Shop. Survivors: his nephews: Frank, Richard
and Albert Fortunato, all of Syracuse, and Rev. Clarence Rumble of Endicott;
nieces: Carrie Gittschau, Paula Barczewski and Diane Zion, all of Syracuse;
brother-in-law, Fred DeSimone of Syracuse; and sister-in-law, Elvira Fortunato
of Syracuse. Funeral services: Tuesday 9 a.m. at FARONE & SON and 9:30 a.m. in
Our Lady of Pompei Church. Burial in Assumption Cemetery. Calling hours:
Monday 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Haran, John Patrick   
October 24, 2004 John Patrick Haran, 86, of Hanahan, SC, died Saturday,
October 23, 2004, at a local nursing home. He was born May 2, 1918, in
Buffalo, NY, a son of the late Joseph and Hannah Dugan Haran. He is a veteran
of the U.S. Navy, having served in WWII and the Korean War as Lt. Commander.
He was predeceased by his wife Mary Virginia Haran. He is survived by his
daughters: Barbara Foucault of Winnipeg, MB; Kathleen Stocco and her husband,
Douglas, of Lubbock, TX; and Patricia Cala and her husband, Kenneth, of
Summerville, SC; a brother, Father James Haran of Cattaraugus, NY; seven
grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Palmetto Cremation Society,
Charleston, SC, is serving Mr. Haran's family.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Homeward, Helen (Gross)   
October 14, 2004 Helen (Gross) Homeward, died Thursday, October 14, 2004 at
The Hospice Center, Port Richey, FL. Born in Syracuse, she spent most of her
adult, working years living in North Syracuse. Helen was actively involved in
the community through the Voluntary Fire Department, Women's Auxiliary. Her
husband, Charles Homeward, predeceased her on October 9, 2003. Surviving are
many living friends and family members, Donations in lieu of flowers may be
made to either, The American Institute for Cancer Research, 1759 R. Street,
NW, Washington, DC 20009 or the American Heart Association, Florida Affiliate,
9900 Ninth Street North, St. Petersburg, FL 33716-3801. There are no calling
hours.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Horan, Esther K. Hafner   
October 20, 2004 Esther K. Hafner Horan, 98, of Syracuse, died Wednesday at
St. Joseph's Hospital. Born in Syracuse, she was a communicant of St. Peter's
Roman Catholic Church. She was one of the original tenants of the Skyline
Apartments, and she en-joyed summers at the Rocky Point Inn, Inlet, NY. She
was predeceased by her husband John Horan in 1972. Survived by several nieces
and nephews. Services: 9 a.m. Monday at St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church.
Burial in Assumption Cemetery. Calling hours: Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. at
Tindall Funeral Home, 1921 West Genesee Street. Contributions may be made to
St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, 709 James Street, Syracuse, NY 13203.
TINDALL FUNERAL HOME INC
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Lent, William H.   
October 17, 2004 William H. Lent, 86, of Syracuse, passed away Sunday, October
17, 2004. Born in Bridgeport, CT, he was a US Navy veteran of WW II. He worked
at Crucible Steel for many years, retiring in 1983. He has no survivors.
Services will be held Monday at 9:30 a.m. in the chapel at the Onondaga County
Veterans Memorial Cemetery. There are no calling hours. Bagozzi Twins Funeral
Home, Solvay has arrangements.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Lewis-Hill, Yolanda Renee   
October 22, 2004 Yolanda Renee Lewis-Hill, 35, of 230 Carbon St., passed away
peacefully at University Hospital on Friday. She was a member of Living Water
Church of God in Christ and was an outreach counselor for the Point Two
Alliance to Prevent Juve-nile Gun Violence. She leaves to cherish her memory,
her husband Milton Hill Jr. of Syracuse; seven children: Marques, Markel and
Latoya Cannon, Williesha, Milton III, Kalieha and Bahattie Hill, all of
Syracuse; her parents, Mariea and Maurey Lewis Sr. of Syracuse; two sisters,
Araba and Ecorya Lewis, both of Syracuse; one brother Maurey Lewis Jr. of
Syracuse. Services will be Wednesday at 1 p.m. at Living Water Church of God
in Christ, 121 Huron St. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Calling hours
will be Tuesday 4 to 7 p.m. at the church.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Marsh, Gertie E.   
October 19, 2004 Gertie E. Marsh, 87, of North Syracuse, NY, died Tuesday in
Auburn, NY. Born in Stilwell, KS, she was the daughter of the late William and
Lesta Mae Wise Ward. She was a secretary, employed by N. Syracuse School
District. Mrs. Marsh was a member of Centerville O.E.S. Andrews Memorial
United Methodist, and a volunteer at The Respite, American Red Cross, and
Rescue Mission. She is survived by one daughter, Becky L. (Bernard) Marino of
Auburn, NY; one son, Stewart O. (Barbara) Marsh of Salt Lake City, UT;
grandson, Michael Marino; granddaughter, Kira Marsh. She was predeceased by
her husband, Stewart in 1983. Memorial Services will be held Friday 7 p.m.
from the Andrews Memorial United Methodist, 106 Church St., North Syracuse. In
lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations may be sent to Andrews
Memorial United Methodist, 106 Church St., North Syracuse, NY 13212.
SEARS-MIDDLETON-JONES Please Sign The Guest Book At
www.searsmiddletonjones.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

McDonald, Michelle J.   
October 21, 2004 Michelle J. Koegel McDonald, 55, of Syracuse, passed away
peacefully with her daughter, son and sister by her side after a short battle
with cancer. Michelle was born in Syracuse and a life-resident. Survivors: Her
husband, WilliamT. McDonald; daughter, Dana McDonald of Syracuse; son, Ryan
McDonald of Syracuse; sister, Donna Ottman of Syracuse; several nieces and
nephews. Funeral service Monday 9 a.m at FARONE & SON. Burial in Woodlawn
Cemetery. Calling hours Sunday 2 to 5 p.m.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Meluni, Christine   
October 21, 2004 Christine M. (Angarano) Meluni, 51, of Mattydale, died
Thursday at Midwestern Regional Medical Center in Zion, IL. Mrs. Meluni was
born in Auburn, NY, the daughter of Leo and Mary Jenner Caruana. She was an
LPN, employed at Buck-ley Landing, Liverpool. She is survived by two
daughters, Patricia A. Angarano Bohne of Liverpool and Jennifer Angarano of
Syracuse; two sons, Paul Angarano and Joseph Angarano, both of Liverpool; her
father, Leo Caruana, and her mother, Mary Alberts, both of Mattydale; one
sister, Therese Hon of Mattydale; four brothers: Leo Caruana of Syracuse, Tom
Caruana of N. Syracuse, Sean Caruana of CA and Paul Caruana of Syracuse; three
grandchildren; and her former husband and companion for eight years, Peter
Meluni of Camillus. Friends may call Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at
Sears-Middleton-Jones Funeral Home Inc., 209 North Main Street (Rte. 11),
North Syracuse, NY. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. in
Abundant Life Christian Center, All Nations Blvd., East Syracuse. Burial will
follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, Syracuse. Contributions may be made to Midwestern
Regional Medical Center, c/o Assistance in Healthcare Foundation, 2520 Elisha
Ave., Zion, IL 60099. SEARS-MIDDLETON-JONES Please sign the guest book at
www.searsmiddletonjones.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Morf, John Jude   
October 17, 2004 John Jude Morf, 37, of Cato, died at home last Sunday. He
lived in Cato for 19 years and worked for Wegmans, Rotondo Warehouse and UPS.
Survived by one son, Hunter Tyler Morf, 3 years old. Candlelight service: 2606
E. Main Street, Cato, today at noon. Contributions: Hunter Morf, c/o Stacey
Rugg, 2606 E. Main Street, Cato, NY 13033. Your friends and loved ones will
miss you.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Mueller, Richard Arnold   
October 22, 2004 Richard Arnold Mueller, 83, of New Woodstock, died Friday at
Community Memorial Hospital Extended Care in Hamilton. He retired in 1993 as a
mason for Remlap Construction in New Woodstock. He was a member of the New
Woodstock Fire Department since 1949 where he was a former President and
Captain. He was a member of the New Woodstock Federated Church. He was a
former member of several bowling leagues in Cazenovia. Surviving are his
children, Teesha Daoust of North Aurora, IL, Lori Outwater of Wappingers
Falls, Melanie Ramsey of Georgetown, Kathi Davis of New Woodstock; two
brothers; and two sisters; 22 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the New Woodstock
Federated Church. Burial will be in New Woodstock Cemetery. Calling hours will
be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Tait Funeral Home, Inc., 2333
Fenner Road, Cazenovia. Contributions may be made to New Woodstock Federated
Church. Tait Funeral Home, Inc.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Munson, Mary A.   
October 22, 2004 Mary A. Munson, 95, of Tully, died Friday at St. Joseph's
Hospital. She was a life member of the Tully Chapter OES, member of Tully
United Community Church and Tully Senior Citizens. She was the widow of Paul
Munson, who died in 1989, and mother of Richard Munson, who died in 1988.
Survived by her daughter, Paula Mickelson of Tully; four grandchildren and six
great-grandchildren. Services: Monday at noon at Tully United Community
Church. Interment: Tully Cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 11 a.m.
to noon on Monday. Contributions to The Munson Library at Tully United
Community Church. Arrangements by Hartwell Funeral Home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.


Osada, Richard "Butch"   
October 22, 2004 Richard "Butch" Osada, 78, of Liverpool, died Friday at home.
He was born in Solvay and lived in Liverpool for more than 50 years. He was
employed by General Electric for 20 years. He also owned a Herald Journal
distributorship for 10 yearsand was employed by Allied Chemical for eight
years. He was an Army veteran of WWII. He was also a member of the
Solvay-Geddes Veterans andcommunicant of St. Joseph the Worker Church.
Surviving are his daughters: Jo Anne (Ray) Walters of Weedsport, Susanne
Vanderbilt of Windsor, Celia (Richard) Gates of Wilmore and Elizabeth (Scott)
Henson of Deposit; son, Stephen (Wendy) Osada of Cicero; brother, Raymond of
Bridgeport; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces
and nephews. His wife, the former Geraldine Brostek, died in 2001, and his
brother Edward Osada also died earlier. Services will be 9 a.m. Tuesday at St.
Joseph the Worker Church, where a funeral Mass will be celebrated. Friends may
call Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee
St., Camillus. Burial will be in Resurrection Chapel Mausoleum, St. Mary's
Cemetery, DeWitt. Contributions may be made to St. Joseph the Worker Church,
1001 Tulip Street, Liverpool, NY 13088.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Overacker, Elton R.   
October 15, 2004 Elton R. "Whitey" "Sonny" Overacker, 72, of Parish, NY. Born
in Watertown, he was a heavy equipment operator. He was a Marine Corps pilot
serving in Korea and Vietnam. Survivors: brother, Eugene (Brigitte) Overacker,
Churchville, NY; cousin, James Lynch. Prayer service: 8 p.m. Monday from
Harter Funeral Home, 2983 W. Main St., Parish, NY. Burial will be in Brookside
Cemetery, Watertown. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 to 8 p.m.,
prior to the service.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Pappas, Vasiliki "Vaso"   
October 23, 2004 Vasiliki "Vaso" Pappas, of Rochester, formerly of Syracuse,
died Saturday. Mrs. Pappas was very active with the Philoptochos group at St.
Sophia Greek Orthodox Church in Syracuse. She held various offices in the
Daughters of Penelope, was president for two years and awarded the 1968
Alkippe Chapter "Penelope of the Year." While in Syracuse, she was an officer
and on the board of the Council of Mothers' Clubs and a volunteer at the
Everson Museum and the Syracuse Girls Clubs. After moving to Rochester, she
was active in, and treasurer of, the Greek Church Senior Citizens Club, a
volunteer for ABVI and The Friends of Strong Memorial Hospital, and was
treasurer and a board member of Brighton Memorial Library. She was predeceased
by her husband George A. Pappas. She is survived by her daughter, Anastasia
"Stacy" (Pluto) Poulios; son, C. Andrew (Tricia) Pappas of Syracuse;
grandchildren: George Poulios, Demetrios (Abigail) Poulios, Andrea (Josh)
Pappas-Dylan and Valeri Pappas. The family greatly appreciates the loving care
given to Mrs. Pappas by Dr. Russell P. Maggio and his staff, and the nurses
and staff at Wilmot Treatment Center at Strong. Services will be held Tuesday
at 10 a.m. at Greek Orthodox Church of the Holy Spirit, 835 South Avenue,
Rochester, NY 14620. Interment in Oakwood Cemetery in Syracuse. Contributions
in her memory may be made to Benincasa Hospice, 3880 Rush-Mendon Road, Mendon,
NY 14506 or to Greek Orthodox Church of the Holy Spirit. Arrangements by
Anthony Funeral Chapel.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Parsons, Claire Root   
October 19, 2004 Claire Root Parsons, 94, of Jamesville and Skaneateles, died
Tuesday at St. Joseph Hospital, Nashua, NH. Born in Superior, WI, of Norwegian
parents, she was a resident of the Syracuse area for 69 years. An accomplished
violinist, Mrs. Parsons stud-ied violin privately in Philadelphia and at
Temple University and graduated from the University of Rochester, Eastman
School of Music, majoring in violin and piano. She was a former member of
Sigma Alpha Iota musical sorority, former Syracuse Home Association Board
Member, a past president of Portfolio Club and a former member of Skaneateles
Country Club. She was an active member of Plymouth Church for many years,
joining Dewitt Community Church following her move to The Nottingham 14 years
ago. Her husband John C. Parsons died in 1973; daughter Karen P. Duncker
predeceased her in 1999 and great-grandson Auguste C. Duncker in 2004. She is
survived by two children, Charles R. (Elfriede) Parsons of Syracuse and Martha
P. (Richard) Paine of Nashua, NH; son-in-law Alfred P. Duncker, Alexandria,
VA; eight grandchildren: John C. (Lynda) Parsons II, Skaneateles; Robert M.
Parsons, Radisson; Kristin P. (Barry) Thornton, Yardley, PA; John C. Duncker,
Alexandria; James P. (Carolina) Duncker, Cambridge, MA; Caroline D. (John)
Carlson, Louisville, CO; Sara Dickison (James) Taylor, Hingham, MA; Matthew P.
(Tammy) Dickison, Boston, MA; and six great-grandchildren: John C. Parsons
III, Bailey A. Parsons, Jack D. Thornton, Connor J. Thornton, John A. Carlson
and Emily P. Taylor. A memorial service being planned for later in November
will be announced at a later date. Private burial will be in Myrtle Hill
Cemetery, Syracuse. Contributions may be made to Dewitt Community Church, 3600
Erie Blvd. East, Dewitt, NY 13214 or the Syracuse Rescue Mission, 120 Gifford
St., Syracuse, NY 13202. Arrangements by Dumont-Sullivan Funeral Homes,
Nashua, NH.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Payne, Wesley J.   
October 22, 2004 Wesley J. Payne, of Bath, NY, passed away in Arnot Ogden
Medical Center, Elmira, on Friday. Survivors: daughter, Pamela Boileau of
Cornelius, NC, and son Terance (Elizabeth) Payne of Corfu, NY. Service: 11
a.m. Monday, October 25, at Fagan's Funeral Home, with Rev. Jeff McDowell
officiating. Calling hours: Sunday, October 24, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the
funeral home, 31 West Morris St., Bath, NY. Memorial donations in Wesley's
name may be made to the Bath Rotary Club, P.O. Box 648, Bath, NY 14810.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Rule, Raymond   
October 23, 2004 Raymond Rule, 65, Tully, died Saturday at University Hospital
after a long illness. He is survived by two sisters, Bernice and Verla. A
memorial service will be held at Saint Leo's Catholic Church, Tully, Saturday,
Oct. 30, at 11 a.m.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Schusterbauer, Margaret   
October 23, 2004 Margaret Schusterbauer, 88, of North Syracuse, passed away
Saturday at Loretto. She was a former resident of the Buffalo area, prior to
moving to the Syracuse area. Her husband Frank passed away in 1984. She is
survived by two daughters, Donna (John) Hagen of Onondaga Hill and Maggie
(Roy) Vicente of British Columbia; one son, Kurt (Ofelia) Schusterbauer of
Brownsville, Texas; one sister, Mary Ellen Moore of Buffalo; eight
grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Services are private. Contributions
to Pet Outreach Inc., P.O. Box 312, Mattydale, NY 13211. Arrangements by
Butler-Badman Funeral Home, Inc.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Shatraw, Shelby   
October 21, 2004 Our beloved Shelby Suchta Shatraw, 36, of Fulton, died on
Thursday, October 21, 2004, at Strong Memorial Hospital. She was born in
Syracuse on February 10, 1968, and has been a resident of Fulton for 14 years.
Mrs. Shatraw was an avid pokerplayer who enjoyed taking part in tournaments.
She was predeceased by her mother Dolores Suchta, who died in 2000. She is
survived by her loving family, which includes her husband of 16 years, Mark
Shatraw; son, Mark Henry Shatraw; father, Henry Suchta; stepfather, Patrick
Chin; sister, Ursula Suchta; and brother, Joseph Suchta. A private memorial
gathering will be held by the family at St. Mary's Cemetery, DeWitt, at a
later date. The arrangements are in the care of Sugar Funeral Home, Fulton.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Smith, Bertha   
October 23, 2004 Bertha Smith, 87, of Clay, died Saturday in Birchwood
Healthcare Center, Liverpool. Mrs. Smith was born in Liverpool and lived on
Maple Road in Clay most of her life. She was the daughter of the late Henry
and Hazel Plummer Smith. She was a secretary, employed by Parsons Insurance,
Syracuse, and an evangelist worker. Survivors: many friends and several
cousins. Friends may call Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Sears-Middleton-Jones
Funeral Home, Inc., 209 North Main Street (Rte. 11), North Syracuse. Funeral
services will be held at 7 p.m. in Sears-Middleton-Jones Funeral Home, Inc.,
North Syracuse. Burial will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday in Pine Plains Cemetery,
Clay. SEARS-MIDDLETON-JONES Please sign the guest book at
www.searsmiddletonjones.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Thomas, Harold "Foots"   
October 20,2004 Harold "Foots" Thomas, 48, of Syracuse, passed away Wednesday
at Community General Hospital after a long illness. Survived by his wife, Mary
Thomas; two daughters, Lisa Seliem and Shanisha Thomas of Hudson, NY;
brothers: John,Jeffrey and Michael Gordon of Cleveland, OH; Ezra Thomas of
Detroit; and Alonzo Thomas of KY; sisters: Peggy Parks, Emma Ware-Patton,
Laverne Thomas and Marian Thomas, all of Detroit; stepfather, Arthur Bryant of
Cleveland, OH; 12 grandchildren. Services: Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Faith by Love
Family Worship Church. Calling Hours: Tuesday Noon to 2 p.m. at Faith by Love
Family Worship Church, 523 W. Onondaga St.ZDIGNIHOLLIS FUNERAL HOME 1105 West
Genesee Street www.dignitymemorial.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Thomas, Mack   
October 18, 2004 Mr. Mack "Daddy Mack" Thomas, 82, of 404 Beattie St., went
home to be with the Lord on Monday at Crouse Hospital after a sudden illness.
He was member of Brotherly Love Church of God in Christ, where he served as
chairman of the Deacons'Board. He was formerly employed at General Electric
for 32 years, until his retirement in 1985. He was a United States Army World
War II veteran. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife and companion of 55
years, Oneida Flagler Thomas of Syracuse; one daughter, Oleather N. Barkins
(Elder Wallace Barkins Sr.); three grandsons: Wallace Jr. (Jerena), Wendell E.
and Wayne G. (Brandy), all of Syracuse; seven great-grandchildren; four
godchildren; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends. Services
will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Brotherly Love Church of God in Christ, 1234 S.
State Street. Burial will be in Onondaga County Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
Calling hours will be Monday 6 to 9 p.m. at the church.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.

Wade, Mary (Pauline)   
October 21, 2004 Mary (Pauline) Wade, 90, of Auburn, NY. Survivors: Her
family. Services: Monday 9:30 a.m. St. Mary's Church, Auburn, NY. Calling
hours Sunday 4 to 7 p.m. Heieck-Pelc Funeral Home, 42 E. Genesee St., Auburn.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 10/24/2004.