Obituaries

Syracuse, New York Obituaries

Anna Meyer Koschel

Anna Meyer Koschel

Jun 9, 2026



Anna Koschel, passed peacefully in the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on June 9, 2026, one of the sweetest, kindest and most selfless people you would ever want to meet. Forced to leave her beloved home in Jordan, Germany during the war, she faced great loss, tragedy and pain. Coming to America on a ship, newly married...

Margaret Gemma Shaughnessy

Margaret Gemma Shaughnessy

May 6, 2026



Margaret Gemma Shaughnessy (Aragoni) passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026. She was 92 years old and had lived with her daughter (Joanne) the last 5 years in Nazareth, Penn. Margaret was born on December 15,1933 in Syracuse, New York to Jenny and Ralph Aragoni. Margaret and her brother Anthony Aragoni lived on Peter’s Street and graduated from North High...

Marilyn Clisson Leak

Marilyn Clisson Leak

May 3, 2026

Marilyn Loretta Clisson Leak passed away on May 3, 2026, in DeWitt, NY, after a short battle with cancer. She was born March 30, 1943, in Syracuse, NY, to Henry Clisson and Virginia Massett. Because Henry was serving with the U.S. Army overseas in WWII, she wouldn’t meet him until she was almost 3 years old. After the war, the...

Marilyn Clisson Leak

Marilyn Clisson Leak

May 3, 2026

Marilyn (Clisson) Leak,83, of DeWitt, New York died peacefully at her home on Sunday May 3, 2026, while surrounded by her loving family.

Services will be announced in a full obituary appearing in the near future.

Diane L. Stadtmiller

Diane L. Stadtmiller

Apr 9, 2026

Diane L. Stadtmiller, 72, of Baldwinsville, New York, died peacefully at Crouse Hospital. Diane was born in Denver, Colorado on August 4, 1953, to parents Lawrence Mack Green and Violet (nee Hansen) Green.

Diane was a Physician’s Assistant working specifically in the education of Physician’s Assistant students at Daemen University located in Amherst, New York where she was instrumental in creating...

Richard Robert Hobby

Richard Robert Hobby

Mar 27, 2026

Richard “Rick” Hobby

January 31,1953-March 27,2026

Richard Robert Hobby

73 of Fulton, NY, passed away on

March 27, 2026, at home surrounded by loved ones.

Rick lived in Fulton his entire life but spent his summers in Fairhaven, NY.

Rick enjoyed classic cars, going to the Syracuse Nationals, going on motorcycle rides, and camping during the summer months. Rick had a sense of

Humor that would make...

James Martin Flynn

James Martin Flynn

Feb 7, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Martin Flynn, beloved father, grandfather, friend and esteemed veteran, who left us peacefully on February 7, 2026, at the age of 77. Born in Syracuse, NY, on June 27, 1948, James dedicated his life to his family, friends and to his country, serving honorably in the NYS 174th...

Mangoldina Erkila

Mangoldina Erkila

Nov 30, 2025

Mangoldina "Goldie" Erkila, 96, of Mattydale, NY died Sunday November 30,2025 at Samaritan Summit village, Watertown, NY. Memorial service will be at 11: 00 am Friday December 5, 2025, at Gang Memorial Chapel 104 Fordham Road Syracuse, and burial will be at the North Syracuse Cemetery, South Bay Road. Calling hour will be from 10-11 am.

Born in Regensburg, Germany, to...

Paul Edwin Usiatynski

Paul Edwin Usiatynski

Oct 16, 2025

Paul E. Usiatynski

October 16, 2025

Paul Edwin Usiatynski, 70, was born July 11, 1955 to Dolores "Dolly" (Piela) and Edwin Usiatynski in Syracuse. Paul was a graduate of West Genesee High School in 1973. He received his pipefitting certification from the plumbers and pipefitters Local 286, Austin TX in 1985. He was a voracious...

Gertrude "Trudy" Cannon

Gertrude "Trudy" Cannon

Oct 11, 2025

Gertrude (Trudy) Cannon passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 11,2025, at Loretto in Syracuse, New York. Born on July 21, 1935, in Hyde Park, New York, Trudy was the youngest of thirteen children and the last surviving member of her immediate family.

Trudy retired from Syracuse University, where she worked for many years in food services. In...

Marion (Johnnie)  Damico

Marion (Johnnie) Damico

Sep 8, 2025

Marion Johnnie Damico, 87, of Oswego passed away peacefully on Monday at the home of her daughter. She was born in Cresson, PA. and has resided in Syracuse most of her life. She was the daughter of Joseph and Vera Rose Johnnnie. She was a switch board operator for the Medical Society. She was predeceased by her husband Dominic...

Nicolina Marie (D'Angelo) Lattanzi

Nicolina Marie (D'Angelo) Lattanzi

Aug 9, 2025

Nicolina Marie (D'Angelo) Lattanzi passed away at home August 9 ,2025. Born in Syracuse May 7,1938 to Carmen and Josephine D'Angelo. She always lived on the Northside, settling in Lyncourt upon marrying her husband, Giuseppe. Nicolina worked in quality control at Sims, Inc. She was later employed by Syracuse Gauge and Cramer Half-Size Shop. She also worked with handicapped...

Jesse D. Culotti

Jesse D. Culotti

Aug 1, 2025

SYRACUSE:

Jesse D. Culotti, 36 passed away unexpectedly, August 1st 2025.

During the course of his life, Jesse was determined to be the most ridiculous person in the room at all times. His family and friends can certainly attest that he was successful in this pursuit.

Despite being a goof, Jesse was an...

Caitlin "Scout" Lester

Caitlin "Scout" Lester

Jul 16, 2025

Scout Lester ,32, a radiant light known for her compassion, humor, and adventurous spirit, died unexpectantly, July 16, 2025. Born and raised in Syracuse, New York, Scout's vibrant presence touched lives across the globe and right in her own backyard.

From an early age, Scout displayed an unmistakable zest for life. In 2011 she graduated from Tully...

Horace W. Gunter

Horace W. Gunter

Jul 14, 2025

Horace William Gunter, a small town Southern man, age 97, quietly passed away in his home on Onondaga Hill on July 14th . He was born on January 17th 1928 to Toy David and Mabell Walker Gunter in Watkinsville, GA. He joined the Air Force in 1946 and was stationed in Post War Germany and involved in the Berlin...

Robert J. Sabella

Robert J. Sabella

May 20, 2025

Robert J. Sabella

May 20, 2025

Robert J. Sabella, 85, of Syracuse (Lyncourt) passed peacefully on Tuesday. He was a graduate of Smith Technical School in 1957. Bob met the love of his life at the age of 16 and married in 1960 after he served in the US Navy. He retired in 2004 after...

George C. Wilson

George C. Wilson

Apr 18, 2025

George C. Wilson

April 18, 2025

George C. Wilson,78, of E. Syracuse passed away peacefully on Friday. He was born in Williamsburg, Kentucky and has resided in the Syracuse area most of his life. George owned and operated City Brake for many years before retiring. His life was centered around his work and Family. George...

Anne T. (Diflorio)  Ritter

Anne T. (Diflorio) Ritter

Mar 27, 2025

Anne T. (DiFlorio) Ritter, 87, passed away peacefully at home on March 27, 2025 surrounded by her family. Anne was a talented pianist, who shared her love of music with her students, family and friends. She enjoyed dancing in the living room with her husband, cooking large Italian dinners for her family, and attending every concert, sporting event &...

Mary E. Bier

Mary E. Bier

Mar 20, 2025

Mary E. Bier

March 20, 2025

Mary E. Bier, 91, of Syracuse passed away peacefully on Thursday. She was born in New Haven, CT and has resided most of her life in Syracuse. Mary retired in 1994 from the National Grange Mutual Insurance Co. after 44 years of service. She was a former communicant of...

Mary Claire Peterson Riley

Mary Claire Peterson Riley

Feb 2, 2025

Mary C. Peterson Riley passed away at St. Joseph's Hospital early Sunday morning. She will be missed by many but many were waiting for her with open arms.

Mary was predeceased by her parents, Frank and Margaret Kaiser, husbands Donald Peterson, and Hugh Riley, and son, Gregory. Mary attended Assumption High School, '50. She used her time...

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