OBITS: The Post-Standard 15 Jul 2005; Syracuse, Onondaga co., New York

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Bittel, John E.
July 12, 2005 John E. Bittel, 58, of 3566 North Lake Rd., Erieville, died
Tuesday at his home. John was born in Syracuse and was a long-time resident of
Syracuse, graduating from the former Cathedral Academy in 1965. He later
worked and resided in Denver, CO, Phoenix, AZ, and Silver Springs, MD, moving
to Erieville in 1995. For the past 10 years, John was an independent computer
systems consultant and previously was a manager for Choice International
Hotels. He served in the U.S. Army Reserves as a medic during the Vietnam era.
He was a member of the Cazenovia Golf Club. He was predeceased by his father,
John T. in 1995. Surviving are his mother, Rosemary Bittel of Erieville; a
brother, Christopher T. Bittel (Charlene) of Clockville; four sisters,
Jacqueline Donigan (Timothy) of Syracuse, Patricia Haley (John) of Cazenovia,
Janet Shutters of Solvay and Mary Bartlett (Van) of Erieville and several
nieces and nephews. A funeral mass will be held 9 a.m. Monday in St. James
Church, Cazenovia. Burial will be in Erieville Cemetery. Calling hours will be
3 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the Ayer & Zimmer Funeral Home, 38 Sullivan St.,
Cazenovia. Contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care
Association, 990 Seventh North St., Liverpool, NY 13088-6148. AYER & ZIMMER
F.H. INC. CAZENOVIA 655-8101
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 7/15/2005.

Cannon, Dorothy M.
July 13, 2005 Dorothy M. Cannon (nee Tripp), 88, formerly of Onondaga Hill,
died on July 13, 2005. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard
Cannon. She is survived by her children, Barbara Wright (Richard) of
Doylestown, PA, Sue Massett of Bushnell FL, Frederick Lutzy of Naples, FL, and
Karen Tucker (Brian) of Skaneateles, NY; her 15 grandchildren; her 22
great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Dorothy was an avid
reader and loved making hooked rugs. Relatives and friends are invited to her
funeral on Saturday, July 16, 2005 at 1 p.m. at Onondaga Hill Presbyterian
Church, 4797 Makyes Rd., Syracuse, NY 13215. Viewing in church from 12:30 p.m.
Interment is at Walnut Grove Cemetery. Arrangements by Cheryle Hearn Funeral
Service, Ltd.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 7/15/2005.

Carpenter, Susan E. Kellogg   
Carpenter July 3, 2005 Susan E. Kellogg Carpenter of Seattle, Washington, died
July 3, 2005 at home. She was a native of Mexico, New York. She was a graduate
of Mexico Academy and Central School and Syracuse University. She received a
Master's degree from the University of Wisconsin, and a Master's in Business
Administration from City University in Seattle. She also did graduate work in
speech pathology at the University of Washington. She was Manager of Rehab
Medicine at Children's Hospital, Seattle. She is survived by husband, Robert
Carpenter; and stepdaughters, Renee Laigo and Heather Carson, all of Seattle.
She is also survived by a sister, Joan Hadcock, of Mexico, New York; a niece
and nephew and several other relatives. A memorial service will be held in
Seattle. Memorial gifts may be sent to: Susan Carpenter Memorial
Rehabilitation Unit - W6804, Children's Hospital and Regional Medical Center,
4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105.

Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 7/15/2005.

France Jr., Byron   
July 13, 2005 Byron (Barney) France Jr., 57, of Auburn, died Wednesday.
Surviving: his family. Funeral service Saturday, July 16, 2005 at 9:30 a.m. in
St. Mary's Church. Calling hours Friday, 4 to 7 p.m. in the Heieck - Pelc
Funeral Home. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 7/15/2005.

Gleason, John W.   
July 13, 2005 John W. Gleason, 85, of Syracuse, passed away Wednesday at St.
Camillus. Born in Brier Hill, NY, he lived in Syracuse most of his life. He
was an operating Engineer with Local #545, an Army Veteran of WWII having
served in the European The-ater. His wife, Carolina (Katy) died June 24.
Surviving are his daughter, Linda M. Gleason of Syracuse; several nieces and
nephews. Services Saturday 10 a.m. at Butler-Badman Funeral Home, Inc., 4504
W. Seneca Tpk. Interment Onondaga Valley Cemetery. Friends may call at the
funeral home Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. Contributions to St. Camillus Health &
Rehabilitation Center. Butler-Badman Funeral Home, Inc. Onondaga Hill

Lane, Timothy Joseph
February 7, 2005 Timothy Joseph Lane, passed away February 7, 2005 at the age
of 67 in Tarzana (Los Angeles) CA, his home of 35 years. A graduate of St.
Anthony of Padua class of 1955 and attended LeMoyne College. A 15-year member
of the Screen Actors Guild (1990-2005) and a former music industry executive
with Liberty, Atlantic and Capricorn Records, (1960-1990).He was best known as
an actor for his role as a Secret Service Agent in Independence Day with Will
Smith. He also appeared in a variety of TV programs including Hunter, Murphy
Brown and Dallas. He was a sales and marketing pioneer in the music industry,
working with performers Gary Lewis and the Playboys, Jan and Dean, Aretha
Franklin, Led Zeppelin, Cream, and the Allman Brother's. He also owned
publishing and management companies. Beloved husband of 48 years to Joy
(Mulligan) who is a 1956 graduate of Onondaga Valley Academy. Devoted father
of Timothy, Michael and Kevin of California and Patrick (Rick) of Maryland.
Cherished by his seven grandsons; four granddaughters; 14 nieces (Mikie Downs
of Atlanta, GA., Karen Doucette of Baldwinsville); and seven nephews. His
grandson, Timothy M. Lane, is currently a student athlete attending Syracuse
University. Services were held at Our Lady of Grace Church in Encino, CA.
Interment followed at the San Fernando Mission Cemetery & Mausoleum. The
family is requesting that donations in his name be made to the American Cancer
Society for Colon Cancer Awareness.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 7/15/2005.

Meacham, Rose M.   
July 13, 2005 Rose M. Meacham, 66, of 1108 Sweatman Ave., Oneida, died
Wednesday, at the Oneida Healthcare Center. Graveside Memorial Service: 1 p.m.
Saturday, July 16, 2005, at Lenox Rural Cemetery, Nelson Road, Canastota. At
Rose's request there will be no calling hours. J. HOMER BALL FUNERAL HOME,
INC. Canastota 697-2294
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 7/15/2005.

Sarnicola, Emilio "Hank"   
July 13, 2005 Emilio "Hank" Sarnicola, 91, formerly of Chestnut St., Auburn,
died Wednesday at Auburn Memorial Hospital. Calling hours will be from 4 to 8
p.m. on Friday at the White Chapel Funeral Home, 197 South St., Auburn.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Saturday in St. Alphonsus Church.
Memorial Contributions to the Union Springs Fire Department.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 7/15/2005.

Shepardson, Victor James   
July 13, 2005 Victor James Shepardson, 74, of Auburn, passed away Wednesday at
his home. He was a tax preparer for Wise Tax Service in Syracuse for over 25
years. Survived by wife, Jean Ann (Van Norstrand) Shepardson; daughters,
Victoria, Ginny Nodzo, Carol Colvin; brothers, Paul of Port Byron, Roger of
Auburn, Jack of CA. Services Sunday at 1 p.m. in The First United Methodist
Church of Auburn. Calling hours Saturday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at White
Chapel Funeral Home, 197 South St.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 7/15/2005.

Sinclair, Janet   
July 12, 2005 Janet Sinclair, 63, of Liverpool, died Tuesday at home. Born in
Fall River, MA. Janet was in the banking business for many years and was an
avid bridge player and loved animals. Surviving are two nieces, Lee and Karen
Sinclair; two nephews, Scott and Dean Sinclair; a sister-in-law, Carol Ann
Sinclair, all of Portsmith, RI. Funeral services are 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 19,
2005 at the Maurer Funeral Home, 300 Second St., Liverpool. A calling hour
will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Maurer Funeral Home, Inc. www.maurerfuneralhome.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 7/15/2005.

Stukus, Peter P.
July 14, 2005 Peter P. Stukus, 73, of Syracuse, formerly of LaFayette, passed
away July 14. He was born July 13, 1932, in Braddock, PA, to Peter and
Gertrude Stukus. He was a graduate of Duquesne University. Peter served in the
U.S. Air Force from 1953 to 1955, and was past president of Liverpool Lions
Club. He worked in sales for Nichols Business Equipment and Scriptex of
Syracuse. Peter was a boy scout leader in LaFayette for several years, enjoyed
many summer vacations with family in New Hampshire, attending family events
and travel, and following the Pittsburgh Steelers Football Club. He is
survived by his wife of 49 years, Pauline Claire Bouthillier Stukus; his
children, Marie (Mark) Frost, Anne (William) Emm, Jeanne (Joseph) Mallia,
Chris Stukus and his fiancee Susan Petrocci, and Paul (Natalie) Stukus;
grandchildren, Katie, Patrick and Daniel Frost, Melissa and John Emm, William
and Sarah Mallia, Megan and Madeleine Stukus; his brother, Philip (Kathy)
Stukus of Granville, OH; and several aunts, an uncle, nieces and nephews.
Services will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Edward J. Ryan & Son Funeral
Home, 3180 Bellevue Ave., and 10:30 a.m. in St. Charles Borromeo Church.
Burial will be private. Calling hours will be Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the
funeral home. Contributions may be made to The Seelos Center/Shrine, 2030
Constance St., New Orleans, LA 70130, or to the charity of your choice.
ZEJRYAN
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 7/15/2005.

Wilson, Betty Jane   
July 14, 2005 Betty Jane Wilson, 61, of Oswego, died July 14, 2005. Survivors:
husband, Timothy; mother, Betty Wise; brothers, Harold and Alfred Wise;
sisters, Joan Van Konynenburg, Jeanette Kieper, Sandra Bilowus, Carol
Rupracht. Services: 3 p.m. Saturday at Nelson Funeral Home. Calling 2 to 3
p.m. prior to service.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 7/15/2005.

Yahwak, Anna I.   
July 13, 2005 Anna I. Yahwak, 90, of Auburn, died Wednesday. Surviving: sons,
William and John. No calling hours for Mrs. Yahwak. Services Saturday, July
16, 2005 at 2 p.m. in the Heieck - Pelc Funeral Home, 42 E. Genesee St.,
Auburn.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 7/15/2005.