OBITS: The Post-Standard 8 Feb 2005; Syracuse, Onondaga co., New York text-formatted by W. David Samuelsen for USGenWeb Archives *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.org/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.org/ny/nyfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: The Post-Standard http://www.syracuse.com Azzarello, Concetta February 5, 2005 Concetta Calogero Azzarello, 77, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all who came in contact with her, passed away on Saturday after a courageous battle with a lengthy illness. Now she will watch over her family members along with the Lord. A lifelong resident of the area, she lived the past 55 years in Liverpool. She worked at Blue Cross Blue Shield, Lincoln Bank and retired from Onondaga County Data Processing Department in 1989. Concetta was a communicant of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. She touched many lives and will be greatly missed but forever remembered by all who had come in contact with her. She is preceded in death by her mother, Grace Calogero and sister, Teresa Greenfield. Survived by Her husband of 55 years, Joseph; son, Salvatore (Jo) of Oklahoma; daughter, Patricia of Liverpool; two grandchildren, Joseph and Kerry of Oklahoma; brothers, Michael (Elsie) Calogero and Anthony (Mary) Calogero, Sr. of Liverpool as well as many nieces and nephews. Funeral services Thursday at 9 a.m. at Farone & Son and 9:30 a.m. in Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Burial in Assumption Cemetery. Calling hours Wednesday 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard from 2/8/2005 - 2/9/2005. Boggs, Betty Jane Foskett February 7, 2005 Betty Jane Foskett Boggs, 78, of Fayetteville, died Monday at Crouse Hospital. A native and life resident of the Syracuse area, she was a graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder. Mrs. Boggs was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral and the Women of St. Paul's. With her family she was head of the hospitality committee of the church. Surviving are her husband, Harold S. Boggs; two daughters, Susan B. Doupe of Fabius, and Patricia L. Stevens of Fayetteville; a son, James F. Boggs of Brighton, NY; seven grandchildren and one great- grandchild. Services will be 11 a.m. Friday at St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral. The family will greet friends in the Brewster Room of the Cathedral following the service. Contributions may be made to the St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral Memorial Fund, 310 Montgomery St., Syracuse, NY 13202. Arrangements being handled by the Fairchild & Meech DeWitt Chapel. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Broader, Daniel A. February 7, 2005 Daniel A. Broader, 81, of Westvale, NY, died on Monday, February 7 at Veteran's Administration Center. He grew up at the House of Providence in Syracuse and graduated from Christian Brothers Academy. He was employed for many years atGeneral Electric Co. before becoming a self-employed painting contractor. Daniel was a communicant of St. Brigid/St. Joseph Church. He was a United States Navy veteran of World War II. He enjoyed sports and spending time with his children and grandchildren. Survivors: His wife of 57 years Agnes Collins Broader; six daughters, Mary Ellen (Gerald) Brown and Kathy (Michael) Pisegna of Syracuse; Susan (William) Kelleher and Eileen (Randy) Jevis of Camillus, Patricia (Randy) Caban of Franklin, TN, Laura (Michael) Gorton of Pottstown, PA; three sons, Michael Broader of Marcellus, NY, Daniel Broader of Federal Heights, CO, and Timothy (Patricia) Broader of Lyncourt, NY; 17 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral Services: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday from Edward J. Ryan & Son Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Brigid/St. Joseph Church. Calling hours are Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home, 3180 Bellevue Ave. Burial will be at Onondaga Co. Veteran's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis Adult Services, 1108 Court St., Syracuse, NY 13208 or St. Brigid/St. Joseph's Rectory Food Pantry, 318 Herkimer St., Syracuse, NY 13204. Edward J. Ryan & Son Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Cahoon, Mary B. February 5, 2005 Mary B. Cahoon, 76, of Carriage Circle, Cazenovia, finally crossed over the Rainbow Bridge to meet up with her beloved pets, Chuckie and Muffin, on Saturday, February 5, 2005. Mary was born on September 3, 1928, in Greenwich, NY,and was a resident of Cazenovia over 50 years. She graduated from Syracuse University in 1951 and soon after came to reside in Cazenovia as a homemaker. She was a member of St. Pauls Episcopal Church in Cazenovia. Surviving are her former husband, Leonard W. of Kissimmee, FL; a son, Leonard W. (Mary) Cahoon Jr. of Adrian, Michigan; a daughter, Janet G. (Anthony) Wisneski of Syracuse; two grandsons, Leonard W. III and Timothy Cahoon; and a great-granddaughter, Briana Cahoon. Spring graveside services will be in Greenwich Cemetery, Greenwich, NY. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Wanderers Rest Humane Assoc., PO Box 535, Canastota, NY 13032. RICHARD F. AYER F.H. CAZENOVIA 655-8101 Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Cerminaro, Florence L. (Dillon) Cerminaro February 6, 2005 Florence L. (Dillon) Cerminaro, age 81, a native Utican and most recently of Liverpool, passed away on Sunday, February 6, 2005. Survivors: Her children and their spouses; Elaine and Robert Sereday of CT, Anthony Jr. and Corinne Cerminaro of Liverpool, David and Ursula Cerminaro of GA, Stephen and Kathleen Cerminaro of Clay; 13 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; several sisters and brothers including Joan Diruzzo of Syracuse, as well as a host of relatives and friends. Services: Visitation to be held on Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., Utica (315) 724-6714. A Funeral Service and Celebration of Life will commence on Thursday at Our Lady of the Rosary Church at a time to be announced. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Colley Jr., Thomas E. February 3, 2005 Thomas E. Colley, Jr., 52, of New Haven, died February 3, 2005. Survivors: Wife Brenda; stepdaughters, Michelle and Leanne; son, Thomas III; mother, Madelyn. Services: 1 p.m. February 12, at St. Mary's Star of the Sea Church, Mexico, NY. Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Home. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Erardi, Astrid February 6, 2005 Astrid Erardi, 88, of Syracuse, passed away Sunday at Loretto. Mrs. Erardi was born in Oslo, Norway and came to Syracuse in June 1946. Mrs. Erardi was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Liverpool. She was a member of the Scandi-navian Lodge. Predeceased by her husband of 58 years, Philip who passed away March 11, 2004. Mrs. Erardi is survived by daughters, Anita (Lee) Lamond of N. Wales, PA. and Tina (Dennis) Goodnough of Liverpool; four grandchildren, Amy, Kristin, Kevin and Todd; four great-grandchildren, Mitchell, Gavin, Emily and Garrett; sister, Ruth Fagerholt of Norway; nieces, Grethe Bjornstad and Lisbeth Nyheim; and their children all of Norway. Services: Wednesday 5 p.m. at Hollis Funeral Home.Friends may call Wednesday 4 to 5 p.m. at Hollis Funeral Home, 1105 West Genesee Street, Syracuse. Contributions: St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 210 Hazel St., Liverpool, NY 13088. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Fikes, Robert P. February 7, 2005 Robert P. Fikes, 78, of Baldwinsville, died Monday, February 7, 2005 at Iroquois Nursing Home. Born in Watertown, he was a self-employed carpenter in the Baldwinsville area for many years. He was an Army Veteran, serving during the Korean conflict. Survivors: His wife, Julia M. of Baldwinsville; one son, Paul E. of Pennelville; one daughter, Peggy Fikes, of Watertown; one brother, Mark, of Kentucky; two sisters, Edna Vuillemot of Auburn, Thelma Webert of Watertown. Services: Private, no calling hours. Burial at Jacksonville Cemetery, Lysander. Gates Funeral Home, Inc. has care of arrangements. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Gallup, Suzanne M. February 6, 2005 Suzanne M. Gallup, 46, passed away at her home on Sunday morning. She was a loving, caring mother as well as a nurse, homemaker, and entrepreneur. She is survived by her children, Shawnna, Richard, Shana; parents, Morrisand Geraldine; brothers and sisters, Judy, Morris Jr., Jim, Mike, Linda; 11 nieces and nephews, four great-nieces and nephews. Suzanne will always be loved and missed by her family and friends. Frasier-Shepardson Funeral Home has arrangements. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Gardner, Richard J. "Dick" February 6, 2005 Richard J. "Dick" Gardner, 67, of 5529 E. Clearview Road, Munnsville, died unexpectedly on Sunday at the Oneida Healthcare Center. He was born on August 29, 1937, in Syracuse, the son of Homer and Anna Cunningham Gardner. Dick worked at New Venture Gear, in Syracuse for many years, retiring in 1987. He first married Lillian Adamo on September 25, 1955, and later married MaryAnne Reilly on October 25, 1974. Survivors: his wife, MaryAnne; four sons and daughters-in-law, Richard Gardner of Syracuse, Christopher and Chrissy Gardner, Shannon and Joy Kenyon, Daniel and Kathy Kenyon, all of Munnsville; nine daughters and sons-in-law, Diana and Dennis Watts of Sherrill, Jane Gardner of Syracuse, Joanne and Paul Vaccaro of Durhamville, Donna Kitchen of Hendersonville, NC, April and Stan Sobieraj of Durhamville, Ginger Snedeker of Oneida, Rita Kenyon, Sandy and Steven Wagner, Karen and Jake Byron all of Munnsville; one brother, John Mason of Kissimmee, FL; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Patricia and Vic Hull of Ft Collins, CO, Mary and Ben Zinn of Orlando, FL, Eleanor Baldrini of Syracuse, Anne Rommel of Beverly Hills, FL; one sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Val and Jim Norrs of Munnsville; 24 grandchildren. Services: 11 a.m. Thursday, February 10, 2005, at St. Therese Church, Munnsville, where a funeral Mass will be held. Calling hours Wednesday (tomorrow) from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Ball Funeral Home, 5327 N. Main Street, Munnsville. Contributions: Munnsville Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 300, Munnsville, NY 13409. BALL FUNERAL HOME Munnsville 495-3471 Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Gustke, Richard D. February 6, 2005 Richard D. Gustke, 62, of Baldwinsville, died suddenly Sunday. Born in Syracuse, he was a self-employed flooring contractor. He is survived by his son, David R. of Clay, and daughter, Alicia M. and her husband Richard Gosselin of Connecticut;his fiancee, Rita Brenon of Baldwinsville and her two children, Jeffery and Kimberly; his brothers, Ronald and his wife Debbie Gustke of Mattydale, Robert and his wife Bonnie Gustke of Skaneateles; and his beloved grandson, who was the light of his life, Joshua Gosselin; several nieces and nephews. Services will be 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in Sacred Heart Church, 8229 Brewerton Rd, Cicero. Burial will be in North Syracuse Cemetery. Calling hours will be 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Maurer Funeral Home, 300 Second Street, Liverpool. Contributions may be made to Greater Baldwinsville Ambulance Corps, Albert Palmer Lane, PO Box 744, Baldwinsville, NY 13027. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Hersch, Rebecca February 3, 2005 Rebecca Hersch, 84, died at Loretto on Thursday after a long illness. Rebecca was born in Atlantic City, New Jersey, August 29, 1920, the daughter of Bernard and Bessie (Davis) Hersch. She attended Atlantic City High School and was an executive secretary in Atlantic City for more than 25 years. She later worked for the New Jersey Gaming Commission in Atlantic City before retiring. Rebecca looked forward to her yearly vacation trips and visited Hawaii, Mexico, Europe, National Parks in the U.S. and Canada. She enjoyed her hobby of photography while traveling. She is survived by her sister, Cecelia H. Vender of Beachwood, Ohio; nephew, Michael Vender of Cleveland Heights, Ohio; niece, Betsy Yurdin of Liverpool, New York; and great-nephews, Jeffrey and Allen Vender of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, and Joel and Matthew Yurdin of Millbrae, California. Burial was on February 6, 2005, in Pleasantville, New Jersey. Rebecca's family appreciates the care given to her over many years at Loretto, first on Courtyard Three in Heritage Apartments and then on Floor Five in the Cunningham Building. Please light a candle in memory of Rebecca at www.ballweg-lunsford.com Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Kniffin, Matilda J. February 6, 2005 Matilda J. "Tillie" Kniffin, 88, of Onondaga Hill, died Sunday at home. Tillie was born June 24, 1916 in Highland, NY, the daughter of William and Adelaide (Manning) Halstead. She was employed by Chemical Leaman Tank Lines, Dowing-town, PA. She was a member of Atonement Lutheran Church and their Crafty Ladyes, Valley VIP's and the Onondaga Hill Seniors. She was an avid bowler, bowling in numerous leagues in Syracuse. She enjoyed making crafts and giving her projects to her church and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clow A. Kniffin, May 28, 1988. Tillie is survived by her daughter, Gail (John) Fursman of Horseheads; two sons, Frank D. (Mary Beth) Kniffin of Syracuse and William Kniffin of Syracuse; four sisters-in-law, Olga Gray of Stone Ridge, Lucille Cassa of Kingston, Ruth and May Halstead, both of Highland; eight grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held, Wednesday, 4 to 7 p.m. at Atonement Lutheran Church, 116 W. Glen Avenue, Syracuse with the funeral service to immediately follow at 7 p.m. in the church. Spring burial will be in Highland Cemetery, Highland, NY. Contributions may be made to Atonement Crafty Ladyes, 116 W. Glen Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13205 or Hospice of CNY, 990 Seventh North Street, Liverpool, NY 13088. Please light a candle in memory of Tillie at www.ballweg-lunsford.com Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Maddox, Precious February 4, 2005 Precious Maddox, infant daughter of Kamilah Alim and Gary Porter, departed this life on Friday at Crouse Hospital. Surviving besides her parents are Alex T. Porter, Tanajee Maddox, Breanique Geddes, Terrianna Maddox, maternal grandparents, Wanetta and Basheer Alim, paternal grandmother, Patricia Maddox, maternal great-grandmother Emma Jane Reaves. Graveside services will be Wednesday 11 a.m. at Loomis Hill Cemetery. Garland Bros. Funeral Home has arrangements. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. McGraw, Mary Mahan February 6, 2005 Mary Mahan McGraw, 81, of Marcellus, died Sunday at home. She was born August 31, 1923. She was a lifelong resident of Marcellus, and also lived in Ormond Beach, FL. Mary was a veteran of World War II, serving as a WAVE radio operator in the United States Navy. She was a member of the Marcellus American Legion Ralph Share Post #297, and a communicant of St. Francis Xavier Church, Marcellus, and Prince of Peace Church, Ormond Beach, FL. Mary was also a proud, lifelong Democrat, and served as a committeewoman for the Town of Onondaga. She was an avid golfer, a member of the "Hole-In-One-Club", and Westvale Country Club. She worked 20 years for Bristol Meyers Laboratories, retiring in 1985. Mary was predeceased by her loving husband of 43 years, James W. "Mugsy" McGraw, and her sister Helen Mahan (Jack) Harrison. Surviving are her six children, Cathy (Paul) Marsden, Patrick (Monika) McGraw, Beth (Rick) Toepp, Marcia (Mike) Cunningham, Mickey Volcko, and Mark McGraw; 11 grandchildren, Charnley Marsden, Patrick, Thomas, and Corinne Oliphant, Michael Toepp, Michele Toepp-Baran, Patrick and Michael Cunningham, and Jeremiah, Adam, and Noah Volcko; one great-grandson, Tyler Baran; one sister, Pauline "Aggie" Mahan Hall; three brothers, Edward (Ruth), James (Velma), and Joseph (Joyce) Mahan; sister-in-law Anne McGraw Placona, and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mary was a loving mother, sister, and friend and will be missed by all. Calling hours will be Wednesday 4 to 7 p.m., with a Veteran's service at 7 p.m. followed by The Rosary, at Ryan Funeral Home, 44 E. Main St., Marcellus. Services will be Thursday 9:45 a.m. from the funeral home and 10:30 a.m. in St. Francis Xavier Church. Burial will be in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Friends of Marcellus Park, P.O. Box 301, Marcellus, NY 13108. Ryan Funeral Home Marcellus, NY Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Molesky, Shirley February 5, 2005 Shirley Doehner Molesky, of Liverpool, New York, passed away on Saturday, February 5, 2005, at St. Joseph's Hospital after a courageous battle with diabetes and heart disease. Born on May 25, 1922, to Charles and Avis Fritts Doehner, Shir-ley spent the first 52 years of her life on her beloved "North Side" at the corner of First North and Turtle Streets. In later years, she resided in Ithaca for four years. The family spent summers at The Glimpses, Grenell Island, St. Lawrence River. She graduated from North High School and Powelson Business Institute and was employed for many years by Merchant's Bank. It was there that she met her future husband and was so enamored she issued a loan to him without sufficient information necessitating a follow up phone call. In 1947, she married that customer, Robert (Bob) Molesky. Together they were the force behind DeLuxe Lines Trucking Company, DeLuxe Leasing, and Freight Stables Inc., with Shirley serving for many years as vice president/treasurer and Bob as president. A dedicated animal-welfare advocate, Shirley's efforts in rescuing animals from abuse and improving their lives were an inspiration to all who knew her. Under the auspices of the Central New York SPCA, Shirley was the first volunteer cruelty investigator in the history of Onondaga County. She remained an active member and supporter of the CNYSPCA until her death. Upon hearing of Shirley's passing, the CNYSPCA board president said, "All of us, especially the animals, have lost a dear friend." Shirley was an amazing yet stoic human being who stood up for what she believed was the right thing even if it wasn't the most popular. She was a lover of handwritten letters, believing that handwritten was best, and was a voracious correspondent. She took pride in all that she did and, with her green thumb, loved her plants and flowers. She was predeceased by her parents, brother, C. Wallace Doehner, and husband, Bob. She is survived by her daughter, Lynnette Scofield of Ithaca; son, Bill of Liverpool; and her beloved dog, Trouble. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The Robert and Shirley Molesky Building Fund, CNYSPCA, 5878 East Molloy Rd., Syracuse, NY 13211. A memorial service will be held later in the spring. Frasier-Shepardson Funeral Home has charge of arrangements. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Myers, William Rogers February 5, 2005 William Rogers Myers, age 66, died Saturday, February 5, 2005. He was born in Canastota, New York, on February 25, 1938, son of the late William and Beatrice Phipps Myers. He was an accomplished chef and an avid fisherman. He managed the Best Western Hotel in Daytona, FL. He is survived by one daughter, Theresa Myers of Trumansburg, NY; one brother, Gerald (Camille) Myers of Wilson, NY; and by several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorials to the charity of one's choice, gratefully accepted. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Rogala, Helen Maslak February 7, 2005 Helen Maslak Rogala, 85, quietly passed away in her sleep February 7 after a long illness. Her husband Henry died in 1962. She was a lifelong resident of Syracuse. She grew up on the west end, attending Vocational High School but leaving before graduation to help support her family. Later she worked as a waitress at E. W. Edwards' luncheonette and then Bishop Ludden's cafeteria. A humble but independent lady, she was proud that she never had to accept public assistance. She is survived by her sister Anne Maslak Pavia; her son Henry (and his wife Lynda); grandchildren, Amy Rogala Fenlon of Rochester and Christopher Rogala of Chicago; great-grandson Jack-Henry Fenlon; and many nieces and nephews. Services: 9 a.m. Thursday at the GIMINSKI-WYSOCKI FUNERAL HOME and 9:30 a.m. at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Interment: Sacred Heart Cemetery Geddes. Friends may call on the family from 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, 1320 W. Genesee St. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Seaton, Stella M. February 5, 2005 Stella M. Seaton, 79, died Saturday. She was a life-resident of the Fulton-Oswego area. She was the widow of James Seaton, who died in 1989 and predeceased by a son, James Seaton, Jr., who died in 2001. Surviving are her children, Jean Heagerty, Anna Phillips, Mary McCloud, Clarence, William, Richard, Glenn, John, David and Frederick Seaton; 15 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday with calling hour 10 to 11 a.m. at Foster Funeral Home, 910 Fay Street, Fulton. Foster Funeral Home, Inc. Fulton - Hannibal Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Sorbello, Grazia February 6, 2005 Grazia Sorbello, 100 years old this past October, died Sunday in St. Joseph's Hospital. A native of Sicily, she resided in the Syracuse area for the past 48 years and was a communicant of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Liverpool. She was the widow of Carmelo Sorbello who died in 1987. She is survived by her daughter, Maria Morina of Liverpool; two grandchildren, Ann (Jim) Conte of Liverpool and Rosario (Julie) Morina of Syracuse; two great-grandchildren, Christine and Nicholas Adamski; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 8:45 a.m. Wednesday in the Pirro & Sons Funeral Home and at 9:30 a.m. in Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Burial will be in the Woodlawn Mausoleum. Friends may call at the funeral home, 514 Turtle St., Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Truex, Jean R. February 7, 2005 Jean R. Truex, 82, formerly of Standard Woods Apts., Auburn, NY. Visitation: 4 to 6 p.m. at Brew Funeral Home, 48 South Street, Auburn, NY. Funeral Service: 6 p.m. immediately following visitation at the funeral home. Interment: Lakeview Cemetery, Fleming, NY. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005. Williams, Hunter Lee February 5, 2005 Hunter Lee Williams, 51 years of age of 122 Seneca Turnpike, passed peacefully away on February 5, 2005 at Community General Hospital. He was a native of York, South Carolina and a resident of Syracuse, NY for many years. He at-tended Bright Chapel A.M.E. Church. He loved music and graduated from Syracuse Public Schools. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Williams of Syracuse; stepdaughter, Jessica Owens; four sisters, Hazel Williams, Nina Simmons, and Edith Bell all of Syracuse, and Dorothy Williams of Stone Mountain, Georgia; two grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and grandnieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Finley and Novella Williams. Services are Wednesday, February 9 at 12 noon at Southern Missionary Baptist Church, 3143 Midland Avenue. Calling hours will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Church. Edwin L. Cole Funeral Home is in charge of services. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 2/8/2005.