Obituaries

Oct 2, 2017

Michael Leonard DiTano, loving father, husband, and son, passed away unexpectedly on Monday October 2, 2017 at age 54, in Atlanta, GA.

He leaves behind his loving wife, Kimmery DiTano of 29 years, three beautiful, caring daughters, Arielle, Alexandra, and Nicolette, as well as his mother, Rita Scavo and her husband Dick and his father...

Aug 28, 2017

Mr. John "Arthur" Neri age 67, of Clinton, NY passed away on August 28,2017 at the Abraham House in Utica with the love and support of his family.

He was born in Utica, NY on January 24, 1950 a son of the late Salvatore and Jenni Scampone Neri and was raised and educated in Clinton,...

Aug 16, 2017

Mr. Salvatore J. (Sam) Fanelli, age 89, a lifelong Utica resident, passed away on Wednesday August 16, 2017 at the Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center in Florida.

He was born in Utica on May 31, 1928, a son of the late Salvatore and Frances Bonamassa Fanelli. Raised and educated locally, he was a graduate of...

Aug 15, 2017

Carl F. Cicero age 62, of Utica, died unexpectedly on Tuesday August 15, 2017 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center.

He was born in Utica on April 29, 1955 a son of the late Frank and Rachel Piccolino Cicero and was educated in local schools. Carl worked in the Restaurant Business for many years, beginning with...

Aug 10, 2017

Donette G. (Isenbarger) Hanna age 59, of Mohawk, NY, passed away on Thursday August 10, 2017 at the Siegenthaler Center of Hospice Care Inc. in New Hartford, NY.

She was born in Lansing, New York, a daughter of the late Donald W. and Elsbeth Darhes Isenbarger and was educated in Lansing schools. She also attended...

Aug 8, 2017

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Mr. Eugene R. "Gene" Torchia, Sr. age 91, passed away on Tuesday August 8, 2017 at the Masonic Care Community.

He was born on November 7, 1925 in Clinton, NY a son of the late Dominic and Mary Scalzo Torchia and was a graduate of T.R. Proctor High School. He served our...

Jul 13, 2017

Rose Mary (Massaro) Maphia, age 90, passed away on Thursday July 13, 2017 at St. Luke's Hospital, with the love and support of her family.

Rose Mary was born on July 17, 1926, in Utica, the daughter of the late Samuel and Theresa Sanzo Massaro. She attended local schools, graduating from Thomas R. Proctor High...

Jul 9, 2017

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Anna Kloc Szwed Wojtowycz, age 93, of Utica, passed away on Sunday July 9, 2017 in Los Angeles, California.

Anna is survived by her sons Joseph, Thomas and Charlie; daughter Christine anda��grandchildren. She was preceded in death by hera��first husband Ivan Szwed, second husband Steve Wojtowycza��anda��her daughters Maria and Olga.

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Jul 5, 2017

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Mr. James L. Post, age 67, of Utica died Wednesday July 5, 2017 at the Veterans Hospital in Syracuse, NY after a courageous battle with Leukemia.

He was born in Utica on October 7, 1949 to Marjorie and Paul Post. After graduating high school, Jim joined the US Marine...

Jun 29, 2017

HENRY E. MARTINEZ, AGE 29, PASSED AWAY ON JUNE 29, 2017.a�� HE WAS BORN JANUARY 17, 1988 IN MT. VERNON, NY AND WAS A LIFE LONG RESIDENT OF UTICA, NY UNTIL RECENTLY WHEN HE MOVED TO FLORIDA AND ESTABLISHED RESIDENCY THERE.

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Jun 14, 2017

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Colleen M. Carlo, age 52, of Utica passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday June 14, 2017 at her home.

She was born in Utica on August 24, 1964 a daughter of the late Eugene and Jean Smith Fitzsimmons and was a graduate of Notre Dame High School and the Utica...

Jun 13, 2017

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May 30, 2017

Debra A. Ferdula, age 63, passed away on Tuesday May 30, 2017, with her loving family by her side.

She was born on December 2, 1953 in Utica, NY, a daughter of the late Thomas and Paula LaTray Ferdula. Debra was a graduate of T. R. Proctor High School and Skidmore College. She became a...

May 26, 2017

Mr.Robert Lee Russell Jr.,age 29, went to be with his Lord on Friday May 26, 2017.

He Born January 4,1988, in New Hartford. He was educated in Utica schools and attended Sacred Heart University, where he played football.

Robert leaves to mourn, his adored mother, Joreen Petrie Russell and her fiance, Lauren Muscarella;...

May 26, 2017

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Shawna Marie (Berge) Ricci, age 45, went to be with the Lord on Friday May 26, 2017, with her loving family by her side, after over a year battle with cancer.

She was born on May 23, 1972 in New Hartford, NY, the daughter of Brian C. Berge and Christine J. Lindsey...

May 21, 2017

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Mr. Peter J. Fiorillo age 56, of Utica, passed away on Sunday May 21, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. He passed away in the comfort of his home surrounded by those he loved.

He was born in Utica on February 11, 1961 a son of the late...

May 20, 2017

Kevin Michael Patrick Flynn, age 35, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday May 20, 2017. a��

Kevin was born on December 29, 1981 in Utica, NY. He graduated from New Hartford High School and attended Utica College. a��Kevin was a loving son, caring brother, and loyal friend. He made his way through life, bringing joy into...

Apr 29, 2017

UTICA- Mrs. Jane M. (Caiola) DeSimone, age 87, passed away on Saturday April 29, 2017 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, with her beloved family by her side.

She was born on May 17, 1929 in Frankfort, NY, a daughter of the late Joseph and Rose Caiola. On September 5, 1949 she was married to Angelo...

Apr 28, 2017

Jacqueline H. Ciaglia, age 94, passed away on Friday April 28, 2017 in the privacy of her home, as she had wished.

She was born in Paris, France on January 7, 1923, the daughter of the late Jules and Jeanne Chicault. Jacqueline was educated in France and became a social worker in 1944 during World...

Apr 27, 2017

Mr. Raymond Cicigline age 54, of Utica, passed away suddenly on Thursday April 27, 2017 at home.

He was born on September 11, 1962 in New Hartford, NY a beloved son of Lawrence and MaryAnn Dakin Cicigline and was educated in local schools. Ray was a truck driver for many years with the Swish Maintenance...