Bernadette Vannelli
Dec 18, 2025
Bernadette Anne Vannelli, 81, passed away peacefully at Francis House on December 18, 2025. A lifelong resident of Syracuse, "Bernie" was a graduate of Nottingham High School and Onondaga Community College. Bernie spent her early career as a dental hygienist. She was later employed by Onondaga County Library from which she retired in 2010. She was an avid reader and...
Bill Ditterline
Dec 18, 2025
William A. (Bill) Ditterline of Cicero and Chippewa Bay, NY passed away December 18, 2025 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY of heart disease.
Born in Syracuse, NY July 5, 1952 to Bud and Jean (Forkhamer) Ditterline, he attended Henninger High School and Clarkson University, and was employed as a machinist at Syracuse University for over 30 years.
He is survived...
Wiley Rice
Nov 25, 2025
On November 25, 2025, the world lost a fiercely independent, engaging, and loving woman, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Emily Wiley (Van Deren) Rice was born in 1937 in Cynthiana, KY, one of five sisters (Yancey, Peggy, Helen, and Billie Taylor). Raised on a farm, Wiley developed a deep love of the outdoors, plants and animals, of both the wild...
Michael Vasiliou
Nov 15, 2025
Michael Vasiliou of Jamesville passed away November 15, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Born August 16, 1938 in Kato Ydrousa, Florina, Greece, he migrated to Canada in 1956, coming to the United States in 1964. He was employed by Frazer & Jones for 36 years as a welder and mechanic. A devoted family man, he was loved and respected...
Joseph C. Macie
Nov 1, 2025
Our loving father, devoted husband and retired US Navy Captain, Joseph Clayton Macie, 77 of DeWitt, passed away surrounded by his daughters on November 1, 2025. Born June 17, 1948, to the late Charles and Martha Maciejewski (Kleyla), Joseph grew up in Chicago, IL. He was blessed to meet his soulmate and future wife, Patricia, on the first day of...
Mary Hatalla Winters
Oct 29, 2025
Mary Hatalla Winters, a loving mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025, at the age of 77. Born in Utica, New York, and a longtime resident of Syracuse, Mary lived a life defined by compassion, courage, and unwavering love.
Mary lost her hearing at around seven years old, but she never let that loss define...
Alfred J. Labuz
Oct 29, 2025
The family of Alfred “Al” Joseph Labuz is deeply saddened to announce his passing on October 29, 2025, at the age of 78.
Born in Utica, New York, Al was the son of Jenny and Alfred Labuz. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Elizabeth (Harfosh) Labuz; his sister Mary Denova (Phil); his daughters, Suzanne Golden (Roger) and...
Brenda Vohs
Oct 28, 2025
Brenda Vohs, a beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Friend, passed peacefully at home in Dewitt, New York, on October 28, 2025. Born on March 3, 1947, in Jamesville, New York, Brenda embodied a creative spirit and a caring nature that touched the lives of many.
Brenda dedicated her entire career to Countryside Federal Credit Union, where she earned the respect and...
Maureen Marie Raslan
Oct 18, 2025
Maureen Marie Raslan (née Franklin), 71, of Jamesville, NY went home to be with the Lord on October 18, 2025.
She was born May 4, 1954 in Newport, New York - daughter of (late) Arthur Floyd and (late) Bernadine Mary (née Caldwell) Franklin. An excellent student, she graduated with high honors from West Canada Valley Central School in 1972.
Maureen earned a...
Charles Quartey
Oct 15, 2025
In Loving Memory of Charles Crentsil Kofi Quartey(1946–2025)
“In his own quiet way, he touched many lives and made ahuge impact in his community.”
Charles Crentsil Kofi Quartey’s passing came as a heavy blow. It was unexpected, painful, and difficult to comprehend, especially because he had shown no signs of slowing down. He was full of life, vibrant in spirit, and active...