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Blaylock, Fagan   
January 25, 2005 Fagan Blaylock, 74, a resident of Bridgeport for 43 years. He
was an Air Force veteran of the Korean War. He was employed for 25 years with
Rockwell International in Syracuse and retired from Rollway Bearing as a
mechanic special-ist. Survivors: wife of 52 years, Juanita; children, Barbara
Jarvis of Cicero, Donald (Beverly) Blaylock of Bridgeport, Kenneth (Erin)
Blaylock of Bridgeport, Raymond (Diane) Blaylock of Baldwinsville and Thomas
(Lorri) Blaylock of North Syracuse; sister, Mary Flacheriem of Louisiana; 13
grandchildren and a great-grandson. Fagan's memorial service will be Friday at
2 p.m. at Traub Funeral Home, 7975 Route 31, Bridgeport. Burial will be
private with military honors. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to
Hospice of CNY or Children's Hospital, c/o University Hospital in Fagan's
memory. Traub Funeral Home, Inc. Bridgeport, NY
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Castaldi, Pamela Anne   
January 25, 2005 Pamela Anne (Grassman) Castaldi, 50, passed away peacefully
at home on January 25, 2005. She is survived by her beloved husband Frank and
loving son Frank. Dear sister of Patricia (Rick) Moore, Eileen (John) King,
and brotherGary (Denise) Grassman. Proud aunt of numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held Saturday, January 29, from 11 a.m. until time of
service 12:15 p.m. at Geils Funeral Home, 180 S. York Rd., Bensenville, IL
60106. Interment will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to The
Van Dyke Hospice Fund, 2160 S. First Ave., Maywood, IL 60153 would be
appreciated. A celebration of life will be held from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. January
29, 2005, at the Bloomingdale Golf Club, 181 Glen Ellyn Rd., Bloomingdale, IL.
(630)529-6232 for info.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Ciero Sr., Anthony L. "Tony"   
January 25, 2005 Anthony L. Ciero Sr., age 88, of Syracuse, NY, passed away
Tuesday at St. Joseph's Hospital with his wife and sons at his side. He was
born in Blairsville, PA, one of eight children, and moved to Syracuse with his
family at the age of nine. He retired fromGeneral Electric in 1979 as manager
of the "Class E" Store, after 29 years with the company. He also worked at
Remington Rand in Elmira and Syracuse. Tony was a communicant of St. John the
Baptist Church where he served as past president of the Holy Name Society,
Eucharist Minister, Lay Lector and Parish Council. He served in the U.S. Army
during WWII in the Pacific and was awarded the Purple Heart. Tony was a member
of the Mattydale VFW Post 3146 and Disabled American Veterans. Surviving are
his wife of 55 years, the former Josephine Morga; two sons, Anthony (Joan) of
Rochester, John of Syracuse; two grandchildren, Catherine and Paul of
Rochester; one sister, Irene Barrett of Syracuse; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, 9:15 a.m. at the Pirro and Sons
Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Church, Park St. Calling
hours will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday at Pirro and Sons Funeral Home, 514
Turtle St., Syracuse. Contributions may be made to St. John the Baptist Church
or to a charity of choice.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Davis, Ernest Dane   
January 23, 2005 Ernest Dane Davis died on January 23, 2005, just two weeks
after his 91st birthday. Dane was born in Beverly, MA, on January 6, 1914. He
attended the Loomis School, and graduated from Wesleyan University
(Middletown, CT). After serving inEngland during World War II, he became a
Mathematics/English teacher at the Pebble Hill School in DeWitt, NY. It was
there that he met Gladys Taggart, a widow with one small boy. He and Gladys
were married in 1947. Dane spent most of his working career as a technical
proofreader at Carrier Corporation. He gave extensive time to volunteering at
many of the local hospitals and senior citizen's facilities in the Syracuse
area. Dane and Gladys were longtime parishioners of First Presbyterian Church
United, in Syracuse, attending for more than 50 years. Dane sang in the choir
and was active in the deacons and elders hierarchy; he was also a longtime
head of the ushers' committee. Dane was predeceased by Gladys, who died in
2001, and by his infant son Ricky. He is survived by his son Tim Taggart (of
Houston, TX); grandchildren, Chuck Taggart (Candor, NY), Bethany Taggart
(Syracuse, NY), and Wendy Treat (Candor, NY); great-grandchildren, Chelsea
Taggart (Candor, NY), Kaley Taggart (Syracuse, NY), and Jacob Copeland
(Candor, NY). There will be a graveside family memorial service later in the
spring. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Dane's name to the
Music Fund of First Presbyterian Church United, 620 W. Genesee Street,
Syracuse, NY 13204. All arrangements were made through the facilities of
Fairchild and Meech Syracuse Chapel.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Debrucque Sr., John B.   
January 25, 2005 John B. Debrucque Sr., 83, of 423 New Boston Street,
Canastota, died Tuesday at St. Joseph's Hospital, Syracuse, following a brief
illness. He was born on May 25, 1921, in Canastota, the son of Alexander and
Madeline DenHaese Debrucque. John lived in Canastota all his life, graduating
from Canastota High School in 1938. He joined his father in the family
businesses as a young boy, Debrucque Farms and Debrucque Greenhouses in
Canastota, and was involved in them all his life. John was a member of the
Canastota School Board from 1959-1964, and had been an active member and
Trustee in the former Canastota Methodist Church for many years. He was also a
member of NYS Polled Hereford Association, and worked with the NYS Cooperative
Extension Service. He was a member of the Whitelaw Presbyterian Church. John
married Betty M. Dygert on June 29, 1940, in Canastota. He was predeceased by
a son, Alexander Debrucque; a sister, Clarice Putzig and her husband Roger
Putzig; and a great-grandson, Alexander R. Debrucque. Survivors: his wife
Betty; a son John Debrucque Jr. and Jean Loomis of Canastota; a daughter and
son-in-law, Faith and Robert Durbin of Cleveland, NY and Marco Island, FL; a
daughter-in-law, Kathy Debrucque of Canastota; seven grandchildren and their
spouses, John and Teresa Eppolito, Michael Eppolito, Jennifer Durbin-O'Connor
and John O'Connor, Gary and Tracy Debrucque, Kyle and Deborah Debrucque,
Ronald and Amy Debrucque, and Suzanne and Jared Cruce; eight
great-grandchildren, Melissa Eppolito, Ryan Eppolito, Carolyn Eppolito, Sophie
Debrucque, Jacob Debrucque, Blair Debrucque, Samuel Debrucque, Ethan
Debrucque; two step-great-grandchildren, Lindsay Kreighbaum, Mitchell
Kreighbaum; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be private at the
convenience of the family. The Rev. Robert A. Bromfield, pastor of the
Whitelaw Presbyterian Church, will officiate. Burial, Mt. Pleasant Cemetery,
Canastota. At John's request there will be no calling hours. Arrangements by
J. Homer Ball Funeral Home, Inc., 201 James Street, Canastota. Contributions:
Whitelaw Presbyterian Church, 3317 Whitelaw Road, Canastota NY 13032 or to the
Greater Lenox Ambulance Service, Inc. (GLAS), P.O. Box 382, Canastota, NY
13032. J. HOMER BALL FUNERAL HOME, INC. Canastota 697-2294
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Deon, Clarissa "Cris"   
January 25, 2005 Clarissa "Cris" Deon, 53, of Waterloo, passed away
unexpectedly on Tuesday. Calling hours Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.,
Colvin-Robertson-Norton Funeral Home, 5925 New Hartford St., Wolcott, where
funeral services will be held Saturday 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers contributions
may be made to the American Heart Association.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Dorschel, Edward J.   
January 26, 2005 Edward J. Dorschel, 86, of Breman Ave., Mattydale, died
Wednesday. A native of Syracuse, Mr. Dorschel resided in the home he built in
Mattydale in 1952. He was an army veteran of WWII and served in the European
Theater with the3rd Armored Division. He retired in 1978 after 40 years as a
Lens Grinder for the American Optical Co. in Syracuse. Edward was a
communicant of St. Margaret's Church and past president of the Holy Name
Society. He was a member of the barbershop Chorus of the Onondaga and played
harmonica with the Harmony Katz. He also coached for the Mattydale Little
League for 14 years, and he was a member of the Mattydale-Hinsdale Senior
club. He is survived by his wife of 64 years the former Mary Howell; three
daughters, Beverly (Bill) Broad of North Syracuse; Mary Lyle of Liverpool,
Christine (Rick) Ferris of Collierville, TN; two sons, Gary (Maureen) of
Sarasota, FL, Martin (Lois) of N. Syracuse; two sisters, Ida (Sam) Spadaro of
Liverpool, Donna Duval of Palm Coast, FL; 17 grandchildren; and seven
great-grandchildren. Friends may call 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Krueger
Funeral Home, 2619 Brewerton Rd., Mattydale. Funeral services will be 10 a.m.
Monday at St. Margaret's Church, burial will be in Assumption Cemetery.
Contributions may be made to the St. Margaret's Church, 203 Roxboro Rd.,
Mattydale, NY 13211 or NAVAC, P.O. Box 215, N. Syracuse, NY 13212.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Fish, Beverly A.   
January 25, 2005 Beverly A. Fish, 70, of Hannibal, died Tuesday. She was the
wife of Harold F. Fish of Hannibal. A memorial service will be held at a later
date to be announced. There will be no calling hours at this time. In lieu of
flowers, contributions may be made to Hannibal Community Church, 326 Church
Street, Hannibal, 13074. Foster Funeral Home, Inc. Fulton - Hannibal
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.
Flett, James   

January 24, 2005 James Flett, 51, of Oswego, died Monday. Survived by his
wife, Arlene; two sons, Jason Dunsmoor and David Barker; and two daughters,
Andrea Flett and Charissa Perry. Funeral services Saturday at 11 a.m. from
Dowdle Funeral Home. Calling hours Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral
home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Gardner, Rena D.   
January 24, 2005 Rena D. Gardner, 83, formerly known as Rena Gardner Clapp,
died peacefully at Crouse Hospital after a brief stay. Born in Caughdenoy, NY,
she lived in the Central Square/Brewerton area most of her life. She was self
employed as a beautician for many years before she worked as a teller and
installment loan clerk at the First National Bank of Central Square. In her
later years, Rena helped her daughter Barbara raise her two daughters,
Samantha and Jessica. Rena was actively involved in her community. She was a
longtime member of the Universalist Church of Central Square, serving as
treasurer for many years, and she enjoyed working with the Central Square
Lioness Club. She is survived by three daughters, Dianne (Richard) DiMatteo of
DeWitt, Marjorie (Nolan) Bradbury of Brewerton, and Barbara Synowcki of
Liverpool; seven grandchildren, Brad (Donna) Sheldon, Adam (Christabel)
Sheldon, Todd (Julie) Bradbury, Jeff Bradbury, Erin Bradbury, Samantha
Synowicki, and Jessica Synowicki; five great-grandchildren, Leland and Shelby
Sheldon, Dominique and Simone Sheldon, and Catherine Bradbury; one sister,
Joyce (Cliff) Cowles of Central Square; several nieces and nephews; and her
special friend Paul Lambert. The family would like to thank Dr. Eileen Stone
and the staff at Crouse Hospital for helping us through a difficult time.
Calling hours Thursday 5 to 8 p.m. at Traub Funeral Home, 684 North Main St.,
Central Square. Memorial service will be held at First Universalist Church in
Central Square at 2 p.m. Friday. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made
to Aurora of CNY or the First Universalist Church of Central Square. Traub
Funeral Home, Inc. Central Square, NY
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Gleeson, George D.   
January 25, 2005 George D. Gleeson, 73, of 206 North Peterboro Street,
Canastota, died Tuesday, January 25, 2005, at the Oneida Healthcare Center
Extended Care Facility, following a brief illness. He was born on May 1, 1931,
in Syracuse, the son of Bernard M. and Catherine Collins Gleeson. George spent
his early years in Syracuse, attending the Syracuse schools. He lived in
Canastota since 1960. He worked in the construction business most of his life,
initially working in the Carpenters' Union in Syracuse, and later owned and
operated Gleeson and Sons General Contracting in Canastota. George was a
member of the former Amegio Club in Canastota. He was a member of St. Agatha's
Church in Canastota. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, boating and watching boxing.
He also enjoyed his camp on the St. Lawrence River for the past 17 years. He
also enjoyed watching his two boys compete in the sport of wrestling. George
married Natalina R. "Nellie" Paone on July 23, 1960, in Canastota. He was
predeceased by two brothers, Robert Gleeson and Thomas Gleeson; and one
sister, Bernadine Loreman. Survivors: his wife Nellie; two sons and
daughters-in-law, Bernard "Bernie" and Linda Gleeson of Canastota, David and
Susan Gleeson of Westmoreland; two brothers and sisters-in-law, James and
Bobbie Gleeson of Camillus, Richard and Mary Gleeson of Altamont Springs, FL;
three grandchildren, Giana Gleeson, Taylor Gleeson, and David J. Gleeson; many
nieces, nephews and cousins, including a special cousin, Patty Fedele.
Services: 9:30 a.m. Saturday, January 29, 2005, at St. Agatha's Church,
Canastota, where a funeral Mass will be held. The Rev. Kevin J. Corcoran,
pastor of St. Agatha's Church, will officiate. Burial, St. Agatha's Cemetery,
Canastota. Calling hours Friday (tomorrow) from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 jp.m. at the
funeral home, 201 James Street, Canastota. Contributions: American Cancer
Society, 6725 Lyons Street, PO Box 7, East Syracuse, NY 13057, or Greater
Lenox Ambulance Service, (GLAS), PO Box 382, Canastota, NY 13032, with
envelopes available at the funeral home. J. HOMER BALL FUNERAL HOME, INC.
Canastota 697-2294
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Graziano, Mary Louise   
January 26, 2005 Mary Louise Graziano, 79, of Oneida, died in the Oneida
Healthcare Center Extended Care Facility. Funeral services: 10 a.m. Saturday,
St. Joseph's Church, Oneida. Interment: St. Patrick's Cemetery. Friends may
call at the Campbell-Dean Funeral Home, Inc., 260 Main Street, Oneida on
January 28, 2005 from 3 to 5 p.m.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Hirsch, Raymond G.   
January 23, 2005 Raymond G. Hirsch, 93, of North Syracuse, NY, died Sunday
peacefully in his sleep at St. Joseph's Hospital. He served in the 2518th Army
Air Force Corps in Arlington, Texas. He was awarded the American Campaign
Medal, theGood Conduct Medal, and the World War II Victory Medal. Mr. Hirsch's
passions were gardening, hunting and fishing. He was a member of American
Legion Post 1297 North Syracuse. He was predeceased by his wife, Monica, and
son, Robert. He is survived by one daughter, Kathleen Gale of Cicero, and one
son, Richard of Parish, NY. Friends may call Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9
p.m at Sears-Middleton-Jones Funeral Home Inc., 209 N. Main Street (Rt. 11),
North Syracuse, NY. Prayers will be said at the funeral home, Friday at 9 a.m.
with a funeral Mass at Sacred Heart Church, Rt. 11, Cicero, Friday at 9:30
a.m. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, DeWitt. SEARS-MIDDLETON-JONES
Please sign the guest book at www.searsmiddletonjones.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Jay, Timothy C.   
January 25, 2005 Timothy C. Jay, 8, of Fulton, died at University Hospital
after a long illness. He was born in Syracuse and had been a life-resident of
Fulton. He was a student of Granby Elementary School. He enjoyed camping
fishing, playing with legos andpuzzles, and eating garlic pizza. He is
survived by his parents, William R. and Sandy (McCandless) Jay Jr. of Fulton;
his brother and sisters, Josh, Racheal, and Sara Jay all of Fulton; his
paternal grandparents, Cindy and Bill Jay of Fulton, Rick and Donna McDonald
of TX; his maternal grandparents, Bob and Sharon Carr of Fulton; paternal
great-grandfather, Bill Jay of Fulton; maternal great-grandmother, Pauline
LaBarge of Penneville; paternal great-grandmother, Louisa Collier of Fulton;
and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Funeral services: 11 a.m. Friday at
the Fulton Alliance Church with Rev. William King. Spring burial will be in
Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Calling hours: 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the Sugar
Funeral Home, Inc., 224 W. 2nd St. S., Fulton, NY. Contributions may be made
to the Make a Wish Foundation, 120 Madison St., Suite 900, Syracuse, NY 13202
or the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 290 Elwood Davis Rd., Suite 318, Liverpool,
NY 13088.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Jerome, Natalina "Pat"   
January 23, 2005 Natalina "Pat" Jerome, 87, passed away Sunday at Pineville
Rehabilitation Center in Charlotte, NC. A life-resident of East Syracuse and a
communicant of St. Matthew's Church in East Syracuse. She lived in Charlotte
for the past five years.Pat was a loving mother and grandmother who enjoyed
spending time with her family. She also enjoyed baking, sewing and playing
bingo. Her eldest son, Michael passed away in 1999. Surviving: Daughter and
son-in-law, Karen and William Randall of Charlotte, NC; a son, David of
Marcellus; and daughter-in-law, Marlene Jerome of Syracuse; nine
grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Services: Saturday 8:15 a.m.
from Delaney-Greabell-Adydan Funeral Home, 9 a.m. in St. Mary's Church in
Minoa. Burial St. Mary's Cemetery, DeWitt. Calling hours Friday 6 to 9 p.m. at
the funeral home, 241 Kinne St., East Syracuse.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Kelley, B. Teresa   
January 26, 2005 B. Teresa Kearney Kelley, 95, of Onondaga Hill, died
Wednesday at Van Duyn Home. Born in Syracuse, she graduated from Vocational
High School. She was a communicant of St. Michael's Church and a member and
past presidentof the Altar Rosary Society. She was predeceased by her husband
John E. in 1976 and her son J. Daniel in 1992. Survivors: daughters, Mary
Brown of Beverly Hills, FL, Sister Rosalie Kelley of Ilion, Patricia M.
Williams of Syracuse; sons, Edward Kelley of Syracuse, F. James Kelley of
Charlotte Hall, MD; brother, William Kearney of Hamburg; 18 grandchildren; 16
great-grandchildren. Services: 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Tindall Funeral Home and
10 a.m. in St. Michael's Church, Onondaga Hill. Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery,
DeWitt. Calling hours 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, 1921 W. Genesee
St. Contributions: Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondolet Retirement Fund, 385
Watervliet-Shaker Rd., Latham, NY 12110 or Spiritual Renewal Center, 1118
Court St., Syracuse, NY 13208. TINDALL FUNERAL HOME INC
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Kerestedjian, Albert   
January 25, 2005 Albert Kerestedjian of DeWitt, passed away Tuesday at his
home. He was a resident of the Syracuse area since 1960. Mr. Kerestedjian
graduated from Bishop Cotton School, an English boarding school, in Simla,
India and LoughboroughUniversity in England as a chemical engineer. He worked
at Simon Graves Ltd. in England for nine years before coming to the United
States in 1959 and worked as a chemical engineer for Bristol Myers until 1991
when he retired. Survivors are his beloved wife of 42 years, Virginia; a son,
Paul (Anne) Kerestedjian of E. Syracuse; a daughter, Lisa (Paul) Bucci of
Spencerport; and three wonderful grandchildren, Emily, Alec, and Connor.
Memorial Services will be private, no calling hours. Family and friends
wishing to make contributions may send donations to St. Paul's Armenian
Apostolic Church, 310 N. Geddes St., Syracuse, NY 13204. Arrangements being
handled by Fairchild & Meech DeWitt Chapel.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Kirk, Paul F.   
January 25, 2005 Paul F. Kirk, 88, of Locke, NY, died January 25, 2005.
Calling hours Thursday 5 to 8 p.m. at Wright-Beard Funeral Home, Inc., 9
Lincoln Ave., Cortland, NY. Services will be Friday 1 p.m. at the Dresserville
Baptist Church.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Krafft, Marjory Wilcox   
January 25, 2005 Marjory Wilcox Krafft, 93, of East Side Manor, Fayetteville,
passed away peacefully Tuesday. A native of Fayetteville, Mrs. Krafft resided
in North Manlius most of her life and wintered in Sun City, Arizona. Mrs.
Krafft was a graduate of FayettevilleHigh School and Rochester Business
Institute. She was an executive assistant for 18 years with Onondaga Savings
Bank where she had been a member of the President's Committee for Employment
of the Handicapped. She had been a member of the North Manlius Grange, a
member of the Minoa Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star, a former district
committee member of the Republican County Committee, a member of the National
Federation of Business and Professional Women's Clubs, and a life member and
financial secretary of the Syracuse Press Club. She was predeceased by her
husband, Donald in 2002; and a daughter, Karen Kravetz Russell in 1999.
Survivors: a daughter, Kristine (Edward) Hoppe of Pittsford, NY; a son, Ronald
(Carol) of East Syracuse; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and
several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services: 11 a.m. Saturday at the Russell
H. Schepp & Son Funeral Home. Spring burial will be in Pine Plains Cemetery,
North Manlius. Calling hours will be 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home,
109 East Avenue, Minoa. Eastern Star Services will be 7:45 p.m. Friday at the
funeral home. Contributions: To the Minoa Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star
or the American Red Cross. RUSSELL H. SCHEPP & SON Minoa 656-3132
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Kraynak, Edna E.   
January 26, 2005 Edna E. Kraynak, 90, formerly of Fairmount, died Wednesday at
Van Duyn Home & Hospital. Born in Manlius, she lived in Fairmount for 30
years. She was a sales clerk for JC Penney Co. in Camillus. Her husband, John
E. Kraynak, Jr., died in 1975. Surviving are her son, Edward J. (Luanne) of
Syracuse; daughter, Mary (Frank) Renzaneth of Pittsford; sisters, Mildred
Brown and Grace Reed, both of Syracuse; seven grandchildren and 12
great-grandchildren. Services will be private. Burial will be in Assumption
Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Hospice of Central New York, 990
Seventh North St., Liverpool, NY 13088-6148.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

LaManche, Patricia A.   
January 25, 2005 Patricia A. LaManche, 76, of Syracuse, died Tuesday at
Community General Hospital. Born in Syracuse, she was a 1946 graduate of St.
Anthony of Padua High School. She is a retired NY State employee and former
member of the Discalced Carmelites of Schenectady, NY. She is a communicant of
Holy Family Church. Survivors: sister, Mary A. LaManche of Camillus and
several cousins. Services: 1 p.m. Saturday at Holy Family Church. Burial in
St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. Calling hours 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at Tindall
Funeral Home, 1921 W. Genesee St. TINDALL FUNERAL HOME INC
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Mersfelder, Gerald R. "Pa"   
January 25, 2005 Gerald R. "Pa" Mersfelder, 76, formerly of Camillus, passed
away Tuesday at Van Duyn Home and Hospital. Gerald retired, after 20 years of
service, as a Deputy with the Onondaga County Sheriff's Department and was a
veteran of the Na-vy. He enjoyed woodworking and was an avid golfer. His wife,
Patricia "Ma" predeceased him in 1995. Survivors include his daughter, Barbara
Jacobs of Westvale; his sons, Jim of Westvale, Bill of Solvay and Mike of
Louisville, KY; his sister, Diane Kenny of Camillus; his brother, Robert of
Camillus; his grandchildren, Melissa, Tiffany and Matthew; his two
great-grandsons and several nieces and nephews. Services will be private at
the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery,
Skaneateles. Contributions may be made to Hospice of CNY, 990 7th North St.,
Liverpool, NY 13088. Carter Funeral Home Inc. "Family Owned with Pride"
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Mevec, Louis J.   
January 25, 2005 Louis J. Mevec, 77, of Syracuse, died Tuesday at Community
General Hospital after being stricken at home. Louis was born in Vandling, PA,
the son of Louis and Frances (Petrocic) Mevec. He retired from General
Electric in 1989 after 30 years ofservice as a Skilled Trades Forman. He was a
US Navy veteran of World War II. He was a former member of the Tully-VFW
American Legion. Louis is survived by his wife of 56 years, the former Anna
Mae Stelma; three sons, Louis S. Mevec of Lowell, FL, Robert L. Mevec of
Brandon, FL and Honorable Danny Louis Mevec and his wife, Kay of Cazenovia;
four grandchildren, Louis and Martin Mevec both of Syracuse and
Kathryn-Danielle and Joseph Mevec of Cazenovia; three brothers, Robert Mevec
of Liverpool, Harold Mevec of Camillus and William J. Mevec of Ballston Spa;
two sisters, Frances Chmarney of Exeter, PA and Tillie Billo of Syracuse;
several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a
brother, Edward; and a sister, Amelia "Molly" Kurtak. Services: Saturday, 8:15
a.m. at Ballweg & Lunsford Funeral Home, Syracuse and 9 a.m. in Our Lady of
Lourdes, 300 Valley Drive, Syracuse where a Mass of Christian Burial will be
Celebrated by Father Thomas Fitzpatrick. Interment will be in Onondaga County
Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Syracuse. Calling hours will be Friday, 5 to 8
p.m. at the funeral home, 4612 S. Salina Street. Please light a candle in
memory of Louis at www.ballweg-lunsford.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Muise Jr., John Harry   
January 22, 2005 John Harry Muise, Jr., 80 years old, of Pembroke, formerly of
Marshfield, Syracuse and Otisco Lake, New York. Born in Reading, MA, graduated
from Reading High School. John was a designer for industrial hardware
companies locally and in NY, worked for Syracuse Door Closer Co. Veteran WWII
U.S. Navy, Aviation Machinist's Mate, 2/C. He was awarded the American Area
Medal, WWII Victory Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Area Medal.
After serving in the Navy, he transferred to the U.S. Army during the Korean
War and was discharged in 1953. He was a pilot in the service and in private
life. John was a former member of the Marcellus Masonic Lodge, 32nd degree
mason, in NY. Survived by his wife of 55 years, Jean W. (Barrett) Muise of
Pembroke; one daughter, Joanne Muise and her husband, Jerome "Jerry" Brown of
Marshfield; one son, John H. Muise "Jay" III of Pembroke; three sisters,
Evelyn Cusato of Syracuse, NY, Barbara Rowe of Lynn, Arlene Amirault of
Sanford, MA. Predeceased by his brother, Joseph Muise; a sister, Margaret
Ingliss; and a son, David Muise. Visiting hours on Saturday, January 29 at the
MacDonald Funeral Home, 1755 Ocean St., Rte. 139, Marshfield, Saturday 1 to 4
p.m. followed by a funeral service at 4 p.m. Interment at a later date in
Marshfield Hills Cemetery. Contributions to Alzheimer's Association, 36
Cameron Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140-1102.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

O'Brien, Michael R.   
January 24, 2005 Michael R. O'Brien, 59, of Baldwinsville, died Monday,
January 24, 2005 at University Hospital. He was employed with Griffin
Environmental Company of Syracuse for 25 years. He was a member of the
Baldwinsville First United Methodist Church. Survivors: his mother, Dorothy E.
of Baldwinsville; two brothers, Gary F. and Craig B., both of Baldwinsville;
one sister, Stephanie Boriland, of Brownville, NY. Memorial Service: Monday,
January 31, 2005 in the Chapel of the Baldwinsville First United Methodist
Church, 17 West Genesee Street. Spring Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery,
Baldwinsville. Gates Funeral Home, Inc. has care of arrangements.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.
O'Hare, Richard   
January 25, 2005 Richard O'Hare, 82, of Auburn, died January 25, 2005.
Survivors: Wife, Eugenia; two sons, Thomas and Lewis; two daughters, Margaret
Loperfido and Sally Griswold. Services: 9:30 a.m. Saturday in St. Mary's
Church. Calling hours are Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Pettigrass Funeral Home,
196 Genesee St., Auburn.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Purdy, John L.   
January 26, 2005 John L. Purdy, 75, of Cicero, died Wednesday, January 26,
2005, at St. Joseph's Hospital, Syracuse. Born in Syracuse, he had lived in
Cicero for 47 years. He had been owner/operator of J.L. Purdy Excavating in
Cicero for 57 years. He enjoyed his work and was a devoted family man. John
was a member of the Historical Truck Society and the Heavy Construction
Equipment Association (HCEA). Surviving are his wife of 44 years, Rose Clark
Purdy; a daughter, Sandra Boileau of Parish; four sons, John M. and Randy,
both of Cicero, Ronald of Parish and Clark of Palermo; and two grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Calling
hours will be 7 to 9 p.m., January 28, 2005, at the Watson Funeral Home, Inc.,
631 So. Main St., Central Square. Contributions in lieu of flowers could be
made to a favorite charity.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Rich, Bartholomew "Bart"   
January 24, 2005 Bartholomew "Bart" Rich, 68, of Jamesville, passed
unexpectedly at his home on January 24, 2005. Born in Brooklyn, NY, Bart
graduated from St. Lucy's Academy in Syracuse and then enlisted in the U.S.
Marine Corp. Bart re-tired from P&C Foods after 40 years of service. Survived
by his two sons, Bart "Chipper" Rich, II of Jamesville and Randy (Judi) Rich
of Nedrow; one granddaughter; three grandsons; and a great-grand-daughter.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday, January 29, 2005 from 11 to 2 at the
DeWitt Memorial Funeral Home, 4901 Jamesville Road, Jamesville, NY. A spring
graveside service will be held at Walnut Grove Cemetery in Jamesville. In lieu
of flowers, contributions may be made to the Humane Association of CNY or the
SPCA.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Rushmore, John W. "Jack"   
January 25, 2005 John W. "Jack" Rushmore, 78, of Syracuse, passed away Tuesday
after a short illness. Born in Palmyra, NY, Jack raised five children along
side his high school sweetheart and loving wife of 53 years. Jack was not only
a WWII veteran, but a graduateof Hamilton College, longtime CYO basketball
coach for St. Therese and 1994 Niagara Mohawk retiree. Survivors include his
wife, Mary K. Rushmore; and his five children, Mary deHaas and Kathleen
Schlund of Dallas, TX; Tim, Peter and Mark Rushmore of Syracuse; 13
grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. We will celebrate his life, his
dedication to family, and his peaceful rest beginning with calling hours at
Burns-Garfield Funeral Home, Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. and funeral services
Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Therese Catholic Church. Burial will be at Assumption
Cemetery in Syracuse. Contributions to Bobbie Africa Memorial Fund, c/o T.
Rushmore, 205 Buckingham Ave. For directions to the funeral home or to leave a
note of condolence, please visit www.burnsgarfield.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Rushmore, Mary K.   
January 25, 2005 Mary K. Rushmore of 150 Old Liverpool Rd., passed away
peacefully on January 25, 2005 at the age of 78. She was born May 30, 1926 in
Syracuse, NY. Mary was a graduate of Nazareth College. She worked for Addis
Co. and later for the On-ondaga County Library. Mary was a parishioner at St.
Therese Church for 45 years and was active in various ministries, past board
member of the international center of Syracuse and volunteered for other
organizations including Dorothy Day House and VanDuyn Home & Hospital. Mary
was predeceased by her high school sweetheart and loving husband of 53 years,
John W. Rushmore. Survivors include her daughters, Mary deHaas and Kathleen
Shlund of Dallas, TX; sons, Timothy, Peter and Mark Rushmore of Syracuse, NY;
13 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Calling hours will beheld Friday
from 3 to 6 p.m. at Burns-Garfield Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held
Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Therese Catholic Church, with burial at Assumption
cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation. For
directions to the funeral home or to leave a note of condolence, please visit
www.burnsgarfield.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Simons, Lillian   
January 24, 2005 Lillian Simons, 76, of Columbus, NY, died Monday at home.
Funeral services: 11 a.m. Saturday from the Burgess & Tedesco Funeral Home, 10
South Main St., Sherburne. Visitation: 2 to 4 p.m. Friday. Contributions:
Smyrna United Methodist Church, PO Box 556, Sherburne, NY 13460; or Smyrna
Fire Department, Smyrna, NY 13464.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Sims, Richard D. "Dick"   
January 20, 2005 Richard D. "Dick" Sims, 78, of Park Rose Estates, died last
Thursday at James Square Nursing Home. Mr. Sims was a lifelong resident of
Syracuse. He was President of Sims Casting and Sims Matchplate Corporation.
Survived by his two sons, Richard L. of Marshall, NC and Raymond C. of
Syracuse; one daughter, Lucille A. of Castle Rock, Colorado; grandson, Jared
Sims Carhart; and several nieces and nephews. Calling hours are 2 to 5 p.m.
Saturday at Goddard-Crandall-Shepardson Funeral Home, 3111 James Street. A
memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Starbuck, Captain   
January 25, 2005 Captain Starbuck, 75, died Monday at Pontiac Nursing Home,
Oswego. There are no known survivors. Services: None. Spring burial at Mt.
Adnah Cemetery, Fulton. Foster Funeral Home, Fulton has charge of
arrangements.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Tschudi, Richard R.   
January 25, 2005 Richard R. Tschudi, 57, of Clay, died Tuesday at Crouse
Hospital. Born in Syracuse, Richard graduated from Liverpool High School. He
is Navy veteran of the Vietnam War and then worked for GE overseas. He then
became a graduate of SUNY Potsdam. Richard then worked for Carrier Corp.,
Crouse Hinds for 16 years, Health Care Data Systems, Penn Traffic, and most
recently, Bank of New York. He was an active tennis player, and supporter of
the Cicero-North Syracuse Field Band. He was predeceased by his mother
Virginia in 1991 and his father Robert in 2004. He is survived by his wife
Vicky; one son, Paul of Clay; two daughters, Marilyn of North Syracuse and
Diane of Clay; one sister, Laurie Ann Tschudi of Rochester; two brothers, Mark
(Carlota) Tschudi of Denver, CO, and Rob Sumiko of Los Angeles, CA. Services
will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. at New Comer Family Funeral Home, North
Syracuse. Friends are invited to call on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the
funeral home, 705 North Main Street. Contributions in lieu of flowers may be
made to the American Cancer Society, 6725 Lyons St., PO Box 7, East Syracuse,
NY 13057 or the CNS Field Band, c/o Kelley Cullen, 6194 Carriage Shop Road,
Cicero, NY 13039.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.

Vassallo, Anna B.   
January 21, 2005 Mrs. Anna B. (Polifroni) Vassallo died on Friday, January 21
in Regents Hospital, Minnesota. She was born in Syracuse on February 26, 1925.
She was the beloved wife of Peter Vassallo who died in 2002. She retired in
1985 from Crouse HindsCo., Syracuse. She was the loving mother of two
daughters, Almerinda (Dennis Pallocco) Pullano of North Syracuse and Sharon
(Ron) Koslofsky of Burnsville, MN; cherished grandmother of Stacy (Rick)
Prairie of Rosemount, MN and Peter Beatty of South Carolina; seven
great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson; three sisters, Catherine Ruggireo
of Clay, Rose Palencar of Mattydale and Connie Mastry of Arizona; and two
brothers, Anthony Polifroni of Lyncourt and Michael Polifroni of Syracuse.
Funeral services will be private. Arrangements are by Fergerson Funeral Home,
North Syracuse.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard from 1/25/2005 - 1/28/2005.

Wishart, George Lionel   
January 25, 2005 George Lionel Wishart, 78, died Tuesday at Crouse Hospital.
He was a native of Westmoreland, graduated in 1944 from Westmoreland High
School, and lived in North Syracuse since 1956. He served with the Army during
World War II.He was a member and Past Commander of American Legion Post 1297
and a member of the 40 and 8. Also, he was a member of Memorial Lodge No. 648
F&AM and Northminster Presbyterian Church. He was a mechanical designer for
Industrial Management Services and Lipe Clutch Products. His wife of 41 years,
Beryl, predeceased him on January 1, 1997. Surviving are his daughter, Susan
of Buffalo; his brother, Lawrence (Leona) of Fayetteville; nieces, nephews and
cousins. Services will be Saturday at noon at Fergerson Funeral Home, 215
South Main St., North Syracuse, with spring burial Westmoreland Cemetery.
Calling hours will be Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.
Donations may be made to The American Cancer Society, PO Box 7, East Syracuse
13057-0007.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/27/2005.