Obituaries

Rose (DiSalvo) Starer

Rose (DiSalvo) Starer

Mar 11, 2025

Rose (DiSalvo) Starer, age 81, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday March 11, 2025, at her home with the love of her family in her heart.

She was born in Bagheria, Province of Palermo, Sicily, Italy on February 22, 1944, a daughter of the late Joseph and Girolama Tripoli DiSalvo. Rose and her family immigrated to the US and Utica...

Dil Mohamed Nor Mohamed

Dil Mohamed Nor Mohamed

Mar 8, 2025

Dil Mohamed Nor Mohamed, age 61, passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the Oneida Center with is loving family by his side. 

He was born in Burma on November 11, 1963. 

He is survived by his loving family.

Relatives and friends are invited and may attend graveside services at the Bosnian Islamic Cemetery on March 11, 2025 at 3 PM.

Arrangements under...

Salvatore "Butch" LoGalbo, Jr.

Salvatore "Butch" LoGalbo, Jr.

Mar 4, 2025

Salvatore "Butch" LoGalbo, Jr., age 79, of Utica, passed away on Tuesday March 4, 2025, at his home with his loving family by his side.

He was born in Utica on July 4, 1945, a son of the late Salvatore and Josephine Sabino LoGalbo and was a graduate of TR Proctor High School. On November 11, 1967, he was married to...

Jean (Bianco) D'Alessandro

Jean (Bianco) D'Alessandro

Mar 2, 2025

Jean M. D’Alessandro, age 87, of New Hartford, NY passed away on Sunday March 2, 2025, at the St. Lukes Home with her loving family by her side.

She was born in Utica on June 8, 1937, a daughter of the late Peter and Anna Catrombone Bianco and was a graduate of New Hartford High School. On August 17, 1963, she...

Kenneth F. Fasolo

Kenneth F. Fasolo

Mar 1, 2025

Kenneth F. Fasolo, age 73, of Schuyler passed away on Saturday March 1, 2025, in the Wynn Hospital with his loving family by his side.

He was born in Utica on December 2, 1951, a son of the late Victor and Philomena Motto Fasolo and was educated in local schools. On June 1, 1985, he was married to Renee Abbuhl in...

Roberta (Hosey) Sardina

Roberta (Hosey) Sardina

Feb 26, 2025

Roberta M. (Hosey) Sardina, age 89, of Utica, went to the arms of the Lord on Wednesday February 26, 2025, at the University Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, with the love of her family in her heart.

She was born in Utica on August 4, 1935, to the late Robert Hosey and Pauline DeCarlo Hosey. She attended St. Francis deSales School,...

Frank M. Brendes

Frank M. Brendes

Feb 21, 2025

 

Frank M. Brendes age 81, passed away on Friday February 21, 2025, at the Eastern Star Home in Oriskany where he had been a resident for the past 4 years.

He was born in Utica on May 17, 1943, a son of the late Harold and Rose Fanelli Brendes and was a 1962 graduate of TR Proctor High School.

Frank was a...

Zvonko Amulic

Zvonko Amulic

Feb 21, 2025

Zvonko Amulic age 74, of Utica, passed away on Friday February 21, 2025, at the Wynn Hospital with his loving family by his side.

He was born in Bosnia on April 8, 1950, son of the late Josip and Franciska Papler Amulic.

Zvonko along with his family immigrated to the USA in 1997.

He was employed with the Mohawk Valley Nursing Home for...

Linda (McD) Porcelli

Linda (McD) Porcelli

Feb 21, 2025

Linda (McD) Porcelli

1939-2025

New York Mills- Linda (McD) Porcelli, age 85, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025, at the Katherine Luthera Home after a lengthy battle with dementia.

She was born in Tarrytown, NY on April 6, 1939, a daughter of the late Dr. Joseph and Dorothy (Yocum) McDowell. Linda received her bachelor’s degrees from New Rochelle College and Albany State...

Raymond Paciello

Raymond Paciello

Feb 18, 2025

Mr. Raymond Paciello, age 92, of Utica, passed away on Tuesday February 18, 2025, at the Wynn Hospital with his loving family by his side.

He was born on April 2, 1932, in Utica, a son of the late Sam and Antoinette Barbero Paciello. Educated locally, he was a graduate of T.R. Proctor High School.

 On May 17, 1958, he was joined...

Joan R. Tomassetti

Joan R. Tomassetti

Feb 16, 2025

 Mrs. Joan R. Tomassetti, age 83, passed away on Sunday February 16, 2025, at the Wynn Hospital with her loving family by her side.

 She was born in Utica on July 25, 1941, a daughter of the late Carlton and Ruth Burlison Robinson and was a graduate of UFA. On April 29, 1961, she was married to Joseph A. Tomassetti in...

Mitch Komnick

Mitch Komnick

Feb 15, 2025

Whitesboro, New York - Mitchell “Mitch” A. Komnick, age 65, passed away, after a valiant battle, in the comfort of his home on Saturday, February 15, 2025, with his wife by his side.

He was born on May 9, 1959, in New Hartford, NY, the eldest son of Francis and Phyllis Komnick. Mitch attended Holy Trinity School and graduated from Notre...

Aung Soe

Aung Soe

Feb 15, 2025

Aung Soe, age 84, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at the Wynn Hospital surrounded by her loving family. 

He was born in Burma on August 24, 1940 a son of the last Maung Maung and Ma Aye.

Graveside services will be on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 3 PM at the Bosnian Islamic Cemetery. 

Arrangements under...

Dennis F. Toczala

Dennis F. Toczala

Feb 10, 2025

Marcy-Dennis Toczala, age 79, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 10, 2025, at the Abraham House in Rome surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on March 9, 1945, in Buffalo, NY a son of the late Frank and Estelle (Sliwa) Toczala. Dennis attended Hutch Tech High School and would go on to graduate from the University of Buffalo. On...

Ethel Sigers

Ethel Sigers

Feb 9, 2025

Ethel Sigers age 71, of the Sheehan Household of Upstate Caring Partners, passed away peacefully on Sunday February 9, 2025, at the household. 

Surviving are her dear friends and staff of the Upstate Caring Partners.

Visitation will be held on Friday Feb. 14th from 11:00 am until 12:00 noon at The Scala, Roefaro & Karboski Funeral Home 1122 Culver Ave. Utica, NY....

Omer Smajkan

Omer Smajkan

Feb 8, 2025

Omer Smajkan, age 83, passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the Wynn Hospital.

He was born in Bosnia on November 18, 1941, and came to America in 1994. 

Surviving is his wife Fatima, his son Omerico, two daughters Sajma and Elvedina, grandchildren and extended family.

Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 3:30 PM at the Bosnian...

Craig S. Fehlhaber

Craig S. Fehlhaber

Feb 6, 2025

Craig S. Fehlhaber age 71, of Newport, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday February 6, 2025, at his home due to heart failure.

He was born in Bronxville, NY, son of the late William and Virginia Shaw Fehlhaber and was educated in Scarsdale, NY schools. Craig furthered his education at SUNY Oswego graduating with a bachelor’s degree in education. He was...

George R. Fanelli

George R. Fanelli

Feb 6, 2025

George R. Fanelli age 91, of Utica, passed away peacefully on Thursday February 6, 2025, at home with his loving family by his side.

He was born in Utica on October 29, 1933, son of the late Rocco and Lena Palmisano Fanelli and was a graduate of TR. Proctor High School Class of 1951. He served our country in the US...

Ryan M. Robertelli

Ryan M. Robertelli

Feb 4, 2025

Ryan M. Robertelli, age 36, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at his residence from complications of diabetes.

He was born in Utica on August 6, 1988, a son of Ellen Tinney Robertelli and Anthony Robertelli, Jr. and was educated in Frankfort schools.

Ryan was an amazing young person who loved to smile and laugh. He was a...

Mina Bicak

Mina Bicak

Jan 20, 2025

Mina Bicak, age 67, of Utica, passed away in the comfort of her own home on Monday, January 20, 2025.

She is survived by her sister and extended family. 

Graveside services will be on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at the Bosnian Islamic Cemetery, Cosby Manor Rd. Deerfield, NY at 4 PM.

Funeral arrangements are by The Scala, Roefaro & Karboski Funeral Home 1122...

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