OBITS: The Post-Standard 6 Jan 2005; Syracuse, Onondaga co., New York

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Amrose, John C.   
January 4, 2005 John C. Amrose, 79, the son of Matt and Grace, died
unexpectedly at Community General Hospital. After graduating from Central High
School and attending Syracuse University, he joined the Army and served with
distinction in Japan. Upon hisreturn he and his brother Howard managed the
family leather business and Botinka's Shoe Store. Most days he got in nine
holes before opening at seven. After the business closed, John was able to
devote more time to his first passion, golf. Dolores Gooth Amrose, his wife of
54 years, predeceased him in 2002. His memory will be cherished by his four
daughters, Lynn Marie Amrose, Nancy Amrose, Jane Jackman of Syracuse, and
Virginia of Denver, Colorado; his sister and brother-in-law, Gloria and Dr.
William Delaney; several nieces and nephews; and all of those whom he made
smile. His passing will also be mourned by the Syracuse golfing community, the
Moose lodge, and his beloved companion, Dommicella Schultz. No calling hours
at the request of the deceased. A small private service will be held at Pirro
& Sons Funeral Home on Friday. Donations to the tsunami relief effort are
urged in lieu of flowers or gifts. American Red Cross, International Response
Fund, PO Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013, 800-435-7669, TDD: 1-800-220-4095,
http://www.redcross.org/ Doctors Without Borders, PO Box 1856, Merrifield, VA
22116-8056, 888-392-0392, http://www. doctorswithoutborders.org
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Benoit, Lyman Fred   
January 5, 2005 Lyman Fred Benoit, 93, died Wednesday at his home in Owls
Head. Calling hours will be Friday at the Spaulding Funeral Home, Malone, NY,
from 12:30 to 2 p.m. The funeral service will be held Friday at the Owls Head
Methodist Church at 3 p.m. A spring interment will be held in Chasm Falls
Cemetery.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Benz, William B.   
January 4, 2005 William B. Benz, 76, a resident of Ambergate Rd. in Dewitt,
died Tuesday, at Crouse-Irving Hospital. Mr. Benz was born in Oswego, the son
of the late Russell and Katherine (Burt) Benz. He had lived in Dewitt for 40
years. Mr. Benz was a veteran of the US Army, serving in WWII. He was the
husband of the late Barbara (Carroll) Benz, who died in 1995. Prior to his
1991 retirement, he was a dispatcher with the Clark Concrete Co. in Syracuse.
Surviving are a daughter, Evelyn (Francis) LiVoti of Fulton; a son, William
(Suzanne) Benz Jr. of East Syracuse; and three grandchildren, Bridget Benz,
Tessa LiVoti, and Marisa LiVoti. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at the
Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home in Oswego. Burial is in St. Peter's Cemetery.
Visitation is from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, at the funeral home, 112 E. 2nd St.
Contributions can be made to Francis House, 108 Michaels Ave., Syracuse, NY
13208.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Blair, Grace E.   
January 4, 2005 Grace E. Blair, 86, died Tuesday, January 4, 2005. She was
born in Philadelphia, PA, and was a resident of Syracuse for 70 years. She
retired from Upstate Medical Center and was an election inspector for many
years. She was a literacy teacherand volunteered at Catholic Charities. She
was a member of United Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, George H.
Blair; one sister, Juanita Brockington of Philadelphia, PA; three grandsons;
several nieces, nephews and cousins. Services are Saturday 11 a.m. at United
Baptist Church, 711 So. Beech St. Burial in Oakwood Cemetery. Calling hours
Friday 6 to 8 p.m. at the Loretto Cunningham Building Chapel, 700 E. Brighton
Ave.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Brockway, Mildred "Midge"   
Brockway January 3, 2005 Mildred "Midge" Brockway, 79, of Cleveland, died
Monday, January 3, 2005 at her home. Born in Fenner, NY, she had lived in
Cleveland since 1944. She had been president of the Maple Flats Cemetery
Association. Surviving are her husband of 60 years, Clayton D. Brockway; two
sons, LeRoy and Eugene Brockway, both of Camden; a brother, Robert Roberts of
Canastota; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. There are no
services or calling hours. Burial will be in Maple Flats Cemetery, Cleveland.
Contributions may be made to the Northshore Ambulance Corps., PO Box 513,
Cleveland, NY 13042. Arrangements by Watson Funeral Home, Inc., Central
Square.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Brown, Marlene (Scott)   
January 4, 2005 Marlene (Scott) Brown, 67, of Conquest, died Tuesday.
Services: 11 a.m. January 15, 2005, Countryside Methodist Church, Springlake,
NY. Survivors: husband Charles and family. Audioun Funeral Home, Port Byron,
has charge of arrangements. Contributions: Hospice of CNY, 990 7th North St.,
Liverpool, NY 13088.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Brunell, Robert H.
Wednesday's obituary notice for Professor Robert H. Brunell, of Auburn, listed
the wrong date of death. Professor Brunell passed away on December 22, 2004.
Arrangements by Heieck-Pelc Funeral Home, Auburn.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Candela, Ellamae Wooding   
December 29, 2004 A Memorial Service for Ellamae Candela will be conducted 11
a.m. Friday, January 7, 2005 in Andrews Memorial United Methodist Church, 106
Church Street, North Syracuse, NY. There will be a luncheon to follow.
Williams Funeral Home, Cicero, are in charge of arrangements.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Charles, Mary A. Mantella   
January 5, 2005 Mary A. Mantella Charles, 77, of Auburn, passed away January
5, 2005, in Auburn. A funeral service will be held on Friday at noon at the
Wright-Beard Funeral Home, 9 Lincoln Ave., Cortland. Calling hours on Friday
10 a.m. to noon, prior to the service. Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery in
Cortland.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Chase, Charles F.   
January 5, 2005 Charles F. Chase, 73, of Syracuse, passed away at home on
Wednesday. He was born in Ogdensburg and was a Syracuse resident most of his
life. He retired from the South Onondaga School District as a custodian in
1998. He was a S/SGT with the 187th Airborne Division during the Korean War.
Survivors: His wife, Lenita Chase; one daughter, Pamila Chase; two sons, David
and Scott, all of Syracuse; one sister, Barbara Cunningham of Massena; two
grandsons and several nieces and nephews. Services: 9 a.m. Saturday at the
Chase Funeral Home. Interment at Onondaga County Veterans Cemetery. Friends
may call on the family on Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home,
1520 South Ave. Contributions: Hospice of CNY, 990 7th North St., Liverpool,
NY 13088.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard from 1/6/2005 - 1/7/2005.

Clapp, Katherine M. "Beth"   
January 3, 2005 Katherine M. "Beth" Clapp, 89, formerly of Teall Ave., died
Monday in St. Joseph's Hospital. Born in Camden, NY, she resided in Ithaca 20
years prior to moving to Syracuse. She graduated in 1938 with honors from
Keuka College. Member of Al-pha Psi Omega, National Honorary Dramatic
Fraternity. She was employed for 17 years in the College of Agriculture at
Cornell University. She also did editorial work for the Duncan Hines
organization. Mrs. Clapp was associated with the local American Red Cross for
38 years, first as a social worker, and after her retirement, she was a
volunteer. She also served a term on the Red Cross Board of Directors. She was
a member of Clara Barton and Legacy Societies. She was a member of the United
Methodist Church, past president of United Methodist Women at the former First
United Methodist Church. She was a member of Questers Antiques Club and
Literary Club. She was predeceased by her husbands, Oliver McLean in 1954 and
Lewis A. Clapp in 1981. Survivors: nieces, Nonna Collins of Roanoke, VA,
Bonnie Phelps of Salt Lake City, UT; great-niece, Karen Fullmer; and
great-nephew, Keith Stewart. Services will be Friday 11 a.m. at Erwin United
Methodist Church. Burial will be in Gorham Cemetery, Gorham, NY. Calling hour
10 to 11 a.m. Friday at Erwin United Methodist Church, prior to service.
Contributions may be made to American Red Cross Onondaga-Oswego Chapter, 220
Herald Place, Syracuse, NY 13202. Arrangements by Welter-Price Funeral Home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Claremont, Beatrice   
January 5, 2005 Beatrice Claremont, 90, of Syracuse, died Wednesday.
Survivors: two sons, Paul (Peg) Claremont, Scott (KyOng) Claremont; two
daughters, Mary DeMarsh, Ursula (Robert) Godsen of Syracuse; sister, Sister
Alice Carrow; several grand and great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her
husband Roy and eight sisters. Services: visitation 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at
O'Leary Funeral Home, Canton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at
St. Mary's Church at 10 a.m. Saturday. Burial, St. Mary's Cemetery, Canton.
Donations to Canton Lions Club, 22 Gouverneur St., Canton, NY 13617.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Currie, Laurie Sue   
January 3, 2005 Laurie Sue Currie, 48, of Liverpool, passed away Monday. She
is survived by a son, Cody James Currie; daughter, Kaitlyn Monet Currie;
mother, Pearl M. Currie; brother, Daniel W. Currie; sister, Anita M. Peck and
fiance, Edward Johnson. Calling hours will be January 7, 2005 from 9 to 11
a.m. at the Maurer Funeral Home, 300 Second St., Liverpool, with a service to
follow at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Loomis Hill Cemetery, Syracuse.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Davis, Alice J.   
January 4, 2005 Alice J. Davis, 82, of Morrisville, NY, died Tuesday.
Services: 11 a.m. Saturday at Burgess & Tedesco Funeral Home, 31 Cedar St.,
Morrisville. Visitation: Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Contributions:
Peterboro United Methodist Church, Peterboro, NY 13134.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

DeCarlo, Marie (Salvage)   
January 4, 2005 Marie (Salvage) DeCarlo, 88, passed away on Tuesday, January
4, 2005, in Newport Beach, CA. Born in Fulton, NY, she earned her teaching
degree from Oswego College but resided most of her life in Syracuse, where she
taught in the city schools and raised four children with her husband, Joseph,
a Syracuse City fireman who passed away in 1997. For the past few years she
split her time between her home in Syracuse and her condo in Laguna Woods, CA.
Marie was an avid Bridge player and a member and officer of many clubs over
the years including Syracuse Fire Departments Ladies Auxiliary, Twins &
Triplets Club, St. Joseph's Senior Citizens Guild of the Town of Geddes. She
was a communicant of St. Charles of Borromeo Church, Westvale. Marie is
survived by her four children, Joe (Susan) of Newport Beach, CA, Anne of
Nassau, NY, Peter (Mary) of Syracuse, NY, and Pat (Jan) of Orange, CA; seven
grandchildren, granddaughter, Christine Palme and six grandsons, David, Joey,
Alex and Adam DeCarlo of California and Paul and Tom DeCarlo of Syracuse;
three great-grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; and four
stepgreat-grandchildren. Also surviving are three brothers, Bill, Vic, Larry
(Ronnie); two sisters, Theresa (Morse) Caltabiano, and Helen (Dick) Sheldon;
numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be held Saturday, January 8 at 10
a.m. in St. Charles Borromeo Church where a funeral Mass will be celebrated.
Calling hours are Friday, January 7 from 4 to 8 p.m. At Tindall Funeral Home,
1921 W. Genesee St. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery in Dewitt, NY.
Contributions may be made to either Vitas Hospice Charitable Fund, 220
Commerce Suite 100, Irvine, CA 92602 or Syracuse Hospice, 990 7th North St.,
Liverpool, NY 13088. TINDALL FUNERAL HOME INC
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Doran, Molly   
January 5, 2005 Molly Doran, 95, of Oswego. Survived by her grandchildren,
Eric and William Grant and several friends at Seneca Hill Manor. Funeral
services private. There are no calling hours. Arrangements entrusted to Dowdle
Funeral Home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Farley Sr., Charles J.   
December 31, 2004 Charles J. Farley Sr., of Romulus, NY, husband of the late
Kathryn Dorothy (Davie) Farley, died unexpectedly on Friday, December 31,
2004, while visiting family in New Jersey. He was 88. Friends may call
Saturday, January 8, 2005, from 9 to 10 a.m. at the McGuigan Funeral Home, 45
High St., Geneva. Funeral services will follow with a Mass of Christian burial
at 10 a.m. at St. Stephen's Roman Catholic Church. Burial will be in St.
Patrick's Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart
Assoc. Mr. Farley is survived by three sons, Charles (Carol) Farley of
Wallingford, CT, John (Cynthia) Farley of Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ, and William
(Elizabeth) Farley of Camillus, NY; nine grandchildren; four
great-grandchildren; several nephews and a niece.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Gonzalez, Carmen A.   
January 1, 2005 Carmen A. Gonzalez, 61, of Puerto Rico, died January 1.
Survived by her husband of 43 years; a son; two daughters; eight
grandchildren; a brother and a sister. Services will be held in Puerto Rico.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Gossner, Conrad S. "Jim"   
January 5, 2005 Conrad S. "Jim" Gossner, 76, of Academy St., Fabius, died
Wednesday at his home. He was born in Fabius and retired from General Electric
in Syracuse as a systems analyst. Mr. Gossner was a U.S. Army Veteran of the
Korean War and was a member of Martin June Post 1388 American Legion in
Fabius. He was a former mayor of the Village of Fabius and a member of the
Fabius Fire Dept. Surviving: His wife, June of Fabius; daughters, Patricia
Guynup of Manlius; Vanessa Rau of Henderson, NV, Susan Kogut of Fabius;
stepdaughters, Leslie Field of Fabius, Rachael Mir of Atlanta, GA; sons, Kurt
of Lincklaen, Eric of Fabius; stepsons, Richard and Russell Mir of Fabius and
Christopher Mir of Syracuse; sister, Carol Gossner of Fabius; grandchildren,
Holly and Devin Dougherty and Dillon Guynup, Tori Drake and Lucas Kogut,
Derek, Austin and Evan Rau, Jenna and Courtney Gossner, Selby Chapman and Eryn
Gossner; stepgrandchildren, Samuel and Jacob Mir, Nicholas and Jacqueline Mir,
Nathan and Miranda Shaver, Amber and Ariel Field. He was predeceased by his
first wife, Dorothy in 1977. Services: Saturday at 11 a.m. at Fabius Baptist
Church. Burial in Fabius Evergreen Cemetery. Calling hours Friday from 4 to 8
p.m. at Smith Funeral Home, DeRuyter. Contributions to Hospice of C.N.Y.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Haman, R. Christopher "Chris"   
Services for R. Christopher "Chris" Haman, of North Syracuse, who died January
4, 2005, have been CHANGED to 10 a.m. Friday in the Sears - Middleton - Jones
Funeral Home, Inc., North Syracuse.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Krisak, Joseph A.   
January 4, 2005 Joseph A. Krisak, 85, of Fairmount, died Tuesday at
Community-General Hospital. Born in Bitumen, PA, he lived in Fairmount since
1955. Joe was buyer and personnel director for Speno Rail Service for 21
years, retiring in 1984. An Army veteran ofWW II, he was a member of Fairmount
VFW. He was also an active member of Camillus Senior Citizens for years and
served on its board of directors. He was a communicant of Holy Family Church.
Surviving are his wife of 57 years, the former Sarah Yemma; son, David J.
Krisak of Fairmount; sisters, Veronica MacDonald of Nichols and Rose Krisak of
Horseheads; and brother, Edward of Eastwood. Services will be at 9 a.m.
Saturday in Holy Family Church where a funeral Mass will be celebrated.
Friends may call Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W.
Genesee St., Camillus. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, DeWitt.
Contributions may be made to Teen Challenge of Syracuse, P.O. Box 72,
Syracuse, NY 13205.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Lee, Grace Bryant   
January 4, 2005 Grace Bryant Lee, of Auburn, died at the Finger Lakes Center
for Living. Memorial services on January 8 at 11 a.m. at SS Peter & John
Episcopal Church, Auburn. Contributions to the church in her memory.
Arrangements entrusted to Langham Funeral Home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Levine, Roseleine E. Branagan "Rose"   
E. Branagan Levine January 4, 2005 Roseleine "Rose" E. Branagan Levine, 90, of
the Katherine Luther Home, passed away January 4, 2005. Funeral Services and
calling hours were held January 5, 2005 from Jacobson-Pizer Funeral Chapel,
Inc., 470 French Road, Utica.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Loewer, Donald E.   
January 3, 2005 Donald E. Loewer, 80, of Marcellus, died Monday at Community
General Hospital. Born in Buffalo, he worked for Western Electric, then for
Niagara Mohawk as a designer before retiring. He attended the University of
Buffalo and was awarded the Order of the Arrow by the Boy Scouts for his
leadership role. He enjoyed traveling, and taking cargoliners
(passenger-carrying freighters) with his wife to South and Central America and
Europe. While in Europe they would travel before coming back on ships. He was
a volunteer at Baltimore Woods and an elder at the Marcellus Presbyterian
Church. He also enjoyed woodworking. He was a Navy veteran of WW2, serving on
the USS Pasadena during the Pacific Theatre Operation. Survivors: his wife of
52 years, the former Audrey Smith; four sons, Daniel P. of Marcellus, Thomas
M. of Douglasville, GA, Richard A. of Clay, and Donald E. Jr. of Clearwater,
FL; a brother Robert A. of San Jose, CA; three grandchildren; a niece and a
nephew. Services will be 2 p.m. Thursday at Norris Funeral Home, 33 North St.,
Marcellus. Contributions: Center for Nature Education Inc., C/O Baltimore
Woods, Bishop Hill Rd., Marcellus, NY 13108. NORRIS FUNERAL HOME MARCELLUS
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

LoSurdo, John M.   
January 4, 2005 John M. LoSurdo, age 51, of Syracuse, passed away Tuesday at
State University Hospital. A life-resident of Syracuse, he was employed as a
sales representative with KJ Electric for 10 years. He was a member of the
Elks Lodge, NY Tavern Keepers Association and the WA-NOA Golf Course. He is
survived by his wife, Beverlee White LoSurdo; his mother, Mary LoSurdo of
Syracuse; his sister, Elizabeth (Harvey) Fadden of Oswego; his brother,
Dominic LoSurdo, III of Syracuse and several nieces, nephews and godchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Friday at 7 p.m. in the Pirro and Sons
Funeral Home. Calling hours will be held on Friday from 4 to 7 p.m., 514
Turtle St., Syracuse. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to CPICU
Fund, c/o HFC Foundation, 750 E. Adams St., Syracuse, NY 13210.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard from 1/6/2005 - 1/7/2005.
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MacCauley, Virginia   
January 3, 2005 Virginia MacCauley, 85, of Syracuse, NY, died January 3, 2005.
Born in Bellevue, Kentucky, to William Dagy and Lillian Eish Dagy, she was
raised in Canton, Ohio, and Granite City, Illinois. Her adult years were spent
in N.J., Vermont, NYand Mass. Early in her marriage she worked as a secretary
at Cambell Soup Co. in Camden, N.J., then helped her husband in his real
estate and motel/restaurant businesses. She retired from Buxton in Agawam,
Mass., in 1985. In Syracuse, she was a member of the Missionary Alliance
Church. She was predeceased by her husband, Norman G. MacCauley in 1972. She
enjoyed sewing, family and church. We will miss her dearly but celebrate her
arrival to Heaven with Jesus Christ. Survived by two daughters, Bonnie French
of Syracuse, NY, and Susan Prast of Colorado Springs, CO, as well as five
grandchildren, Scott Prast of Orlando, FL, Bruce Prast of Ft. Sill, OK, and
Cinnamon, Felicia, and Sabrina Prast of Colorado Springs, CO. Services will be
Thursday, January 6, 11 a.m. at Greenlawn Cemetery, Warners. In lieu of
flowers, contributions can be made to Child Evangelism Fellowship, 109
Ferndale Drive, Syracuse, New York 13205.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

McGarvey, John W.   
Wednesday's obituary notice for John W. McGarvey, of Syracuse, who died
January 3, 2005, omitted a surviving sister-in-law, Judy McGarvey.
Arrangements by Bagozzi Twins Funeral Home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Piasecki, Stephanie M.   
January 4, 2005 Stephanie M. Piasecki of Westvale, passed away on January 4,
2005. Born in Akron, Ohio, she spent most of her life in Central New York. She
graduated from Chittenango High School and the American Academy of Dramatic
Arts. Stephanie traveled with the Priscilla Beach Theater Players throughout
Cape Cod at the off- Broadway Cherry Lane Theater. She also acted and directed
with the Syracuse Little Theater. After her marriage, she acted with the
Westvale Players. Stephanie was a secretary at the Town Line Road General
Motors Company., where she met her future husband. Stephanie is predeceased by
her husband of 41 years, Walter V. Piasecki. She is Survived by her son,
Stephen J.(Krista) Piasecki of Delmar, NY; and daughter, Tatiana (John) Mazur
of Guilderland, NY; three grandchildren, Maeve Piasecki, Anastasia and
Veronika Mazur; sister, Jewel Cline of Green Valley, AZ and several nieces and
nephews. Services 8:30 a.m. Hollis Funeral Home and 9:30 a.m. Ss. Peter and
Paul Russian Orthodox Church. Burial: Sacred Heart Cemetery, Geddes. No
Calling Hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to:the Chinese
Children Charities 6920 S.Holly Circle Centennial, Colorado 80112 or at
www.chinesechildren.org
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard from 1/6/2005 - 1/7/2005.

Powell, Brian A.   
January 1, 2005 Brian A. Powell, 23, of Syracuse, passed away Saturday. Brian
was born in the Bronx and lived in Syracuse for the past three years. His
father, Wallace Powell died in 1998. Survivors: his mother, Barbara; sister,
Adriane Samu-els of Syracuse; brothers, Kevin, Darren, Derick, Michael and
Brandon Powell, all of Syracuse; nieces, Chanisse Bates and Susan Samuels;
great-nephew, Tevon Bates; a host of aunts, uncles and cousins. Services:
Calling hours Friday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at FARONE & SON, with funeral services
to follow. Burial in Onondaga Valley Cemetery.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Prichard, Ernest E.   
January 5, 2005 Ernest E. Prichard, 54, of Syracuse, died January 5, 2005.
Survived by a son, Ernest; a daughter, Samantha; two sisters, Linda Dings and
Phyllis Bresett; two granddaughters and his companion, Jane Masters. Calling
hours will be 4 to 6 p.m. Friday at the Fairchild & Meech Syracuse Chapel.
Services will be 9 a.m. Saturday at the funeral chapel, 500 W. Onondaga St.,
burial St. Mary's Cemetery.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Reidy, Patrick Thomas   
January 4, 2005 Patrick Thomas Reidy, 13, of E. Lake Rd., Skaneateles, died
Tuesday. He was born in Niskyuna, and was an eighth grade student at
Skaneateles Middle School. He was a member of the Empire State Quarter Horse
Association and was active in many school activities. Surviving are his
parents, James and Helen Low-Reidy; a sister, Claire Cathleen Reidy;
step-siblings, Kathrine, Daniel and Rachael; and his uncle George Low.
Services will be held 9:30 a.m. Saturday in St. Mary's of the Lake Church,
Skaneateles. Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery. Friends may call Friday 4 to 8
p.m. at the Robert D. Gray Funeral Home, 49 Jordan St., Skaneateles.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Russell, Muriel A.   
January 4, 2005 Mrs. Muriel A. Russell, 84, of 9055 Tioughanack Rd.,
Canastota, NY, died Tuesday. Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Donna (Norm)
George of same address and five grandchildren. Committal services will be held
at the convenience of the family in the Eternal Life Chapel at Woodlawn
Cemetery in Syracuse, NY. No calling hours. Fiore Funeral Home, Inc. 317 S.
Peterboro Street Canastota, NY 13032 (315) 697-2296
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Schoen, Norma C.   
January 5, 2005 Norma C. Frushell Schoen, 86, of Mattydale, died Wednesday at
Loretto's Fahey Building. She was a native of Syracuse and a 1937 graduate of
North High School. She was a communicant of St. Margaret's Church, Mattydale
and amember of the Legion of Mary. She was the first President of the former
American Legion Auxiliary Post 1832 of Mattydale and was a life-member of the
Pearls of Pearl Harbor. Mrs. Schoen is predeceased by her husband of 56 years,
Bernard G. on December 12, 2000 and by her daughter, Beverly J. McDonald on
January 13, 2003. Surviving are her daughters, Sandra L. (Michael) Marafino of
Cicero, Kathryn T. (Mark) Schwarz of North Syracuse, Melitta (Ken) Wickert of
North Syracuse and Linda (Bill) Crupi of Liverpool and a son-in-law, Terry
McDonald of Clay. Also surviving are 14 grandchildren, Mark (Carrie) McDonald,
Debbie McDonald, Brian (Michele) Marafino, Amy (John) Albanese, Kara (Tom)
Hennessey, Michael (Molly) Schwarz, Lori (Jeff) Wike, Keith Schwarz, Valerie
Wickert, Victoria Wickert, Adam Wickert, Alex Wickert, Anthony Crupi, and Lisa
(Will) Mayers; 12 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Services
will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Fergerson Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at
St. Margaret's Church with entombment following in St. Mary's Resurrection
Chapel mausoleum. Calling hours are today from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral
home, 215 South Main Street, North Syracuse. Contributions may be made to St.
Margaret's Church, 203 Roxboro Road, Mattydale 13211 or to the Loretto
Foundation, 1305 Nottingham Road, Jamesville 13078.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Slattery, Sally (Paine)   
(Paine) Slattery January 3, 2005 Mrs. Slattery, a resident of Manlius, NY and
formerly of Melrose, MA died at the Stonehedge Health and Rehabilitation
Center in Chittenango, NY, on Monday evening January 3, 2005. Sally was born
in Providence, RI, June 12, 1916 daughter of the late Sidney S. Paine and
Audrey Lydia (Lake) Paine. Sally was raised in Massachusetts and later moved
to Greensboro, NC. She attended Ward-Belmont Junior College and later became
an Occupational Therapist (OT) with the American Red Cross. It was through her
OT career that she met a special patient, John Slattery who later became her
husband of nearly 34 years. Sally, an artistic person, who was known for her
outstanding sketching and drawing abilities, also served as an aide at the
Melrose-Wakefield Hospital in Melrose, MA in the 1970's. She and her late
husband made their home in Melrose, MA from 1955-1993. Sally was the beloved
wife of the late John J. Slattery. Loving mother of John P. Slattery and his
wife, Lori of Fairfax Station, VA and Kathy Slattery of Manlius, NY. She was
the cherished grandmother of Shannon N. Slattery, Riley C. Slattery and J.
Connor Slattery all of Fairfax Station, VA. Funeral Service at the Robinson
Funeral Home, 809 Main St., Melrose, MA Monday, January 10, 2005 at 10:30 a.m.
Visiting hours Sunday 2 to 5 p.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully
invited to attend. Interment will be in Wyoming Cemetery, Melrose, MA. Gifts
in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Central NY, 441
West Kirkpatrick Street, Syracuse, NY 13204. For directions or to send a
memorial condolence, please visit www.robinsonfuneralhome.com Arrangements by
Robinson Funeral Home, 809 Main St., Melrose, MA.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/6/2005.

Stinson Jr., George J.   
January 3, 2005 George J. Stinson Jr., 56, died on Monday at Crouse Hospital
after a long illness. Prior to his illness he was employed by Patricks Dry
Cleaners on Hawley Ave. Survived by longtime companion Laura Mann; daughters,
Mindi Stinson, Tamica Stinson and Kristen Lockwood; brothers, Stanley, John,
Larry and Dale; sisters, Kathy Ritchey, Dorothy and Betty Stinson; 10
grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Calling hours are Thursday
from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Frasier-Shepardson Funeral Home, 1217 N. Salina
Street.
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Streich, Michael J.   
December 21, 2004 Michael J. Streich, 40, of Syracuse, entered our world on
July 29, 1964 and left our world on December 21, 2004. Michael is survived by
his family in Cornwall, NY; his daughter, Caitlin of Albany, NY and by his
friends who loved him. Michael workedfor Expert Landscaping Service, Cathy's
Corner Cafe and was an independent carpenter. A memorial service, celebrating
his life will be held on Saturday, January 8 at 11 a.m. in the Cathedral of
the Immaculate Conception, 259 E. Onondaga Street (Columbus Circle downtown).
Contributions for a garden bench in at the Butterfly Garden of Hope can be
made through Hope for Bereaved in honor of Michael, 4500 Onondaga Blvd.,
Syracuse, NY 13219. Carter Funeral Home Inc. "Family Owned with Pride"
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Worth, Linda Delmonico   
December 30, 2004 Linda Delmonico Worth, 62, died December 30, 2004, in
Manchester, NH, where she had resided since 1972. Prior to that, she was a
resident of DeWitt, NY. Her parents, Dr. E. Joseph Delmonico in 1979 and
Margaret Delmonico in 1991, pre-deceased her. Linda was a 1960 graduate of The
Convent School and a 1964 graduate of Syracuse University, where she received
a degree in speech and hearing therapy. Survivors: four children, Karen Reagan
of Anchorage, AK, Maureen (Reagan) Fritz of Sunapee, NH, Mark Reagan of
Broomfield, CO, and Laura Reagan of Portsmouth, NH; her sister, Susan
Delmonico Ross of Camillus, NY; two nieces, Lesley Dolan of Syracuse, Meredith
Dolan Jacobs of Merrick, Long Island; a great-niece, Sara Jacobs; an aunt,
Mary Winters of Arlington, VA; and many cousins and friends. Services: Calling
hours in Manchester, NH, are Thursday, January 6, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Phaneuf
Funeral Home at 243 Hanover St., Manchester, NH 03104. A prayer service will
be conducted to celebrate Linda's life. In Syracuse, Rev. Robert Yeazel will
celebrate a funeral Mass on Saturday, January 8, at 10 a.m. at Holy Cross
Church, DeWitt, NY. Interment will immediately follow in St. Mary's Mausoleum.
The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Linda's
memory to her favorite charity, Angie's Place, 434 Union Street, Manchester,
NH 03103.
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