Obituaries

Rosemarie DeSalvatore

Rosemarie DeSalvatore

Oct 5, 2024

Rosemarie (Przybyla) DeSalvatore, age 77, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on September 8, 1947 in Utica, NY a daughter of the late Andrew and Louise Przybyla. Rosemarie graduated from New York Mills school class of 1965. On November 11, 1972, she married the love of...

John J. Nehme, Sr.

John J. Nehme, Sr.

Oct 3, 2024

John J. Nehme, Sr. age 69, of Utica, passed away on Thursday October 3, 2024, at the Wynn Hospital, with his loving family at his side.

He was born in Utica on January 14, 1955, a son of the late George and Georgette Lewis Nehme and was a 1973 graduate of Utica Free Academy. John furthered his education having attended MVCC...

Vladimir Vodanovic

Vladimir Vodanovic

Sep 30, 2024

Vladimir Vodanovic, age 85, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly on Monday September 30, 2024, at the Wynn Hospital with his loving family by his side.

He was born on December 6, 1938, in Bosnia, a son of the late Franjo and Maria Butter Vodanovic and was educated there. While in Bosnia Vladimir was an accountant by trade having worked for several...

Jasmina Dogo

Jasmina Dogo

Sep 25, 2024

Jasmina Dogo, age 67, died Wednesday September 25, 2024, at University Hospital at Upstate Medical Center, Syracuse. 

Surviving are her husband Idriz; 2 daughters Sadeta (Salmir) Skiljan and Mirzeta (Edin) Majcic; one son Feriz Dogo, her grandchildren and extended family. 

Burial was held in the Bosnian Islamic Cemetery, Deerfield, NY

Faith M. Turczyn

Faith M. Turczyn

Sep 23, 2024

Faith M. Turczyn age 56, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly on Monday September 23, 2024, at her home with the love of her cherished animals by her side.

She was born in Utica on August 6, 1968, a daughter of William “Bill” Turczyn and the late Patricia Arcuri Turczyn and was a graduate of TR Proctor High School. Faith continued her...

Hasan Vejzovic

Hasan Vejzovic

Sep 8, 2024

Hasan Vejzovic age 75 of Utica died September 8, 2024 at the Wynn Hospital. 

Surviving are his wife Vera; two daughters Nadina Mikic and JaGoda Semaia both of Utica; several grandchildren and extended family. 

Burial was held in the West Bosnian Islamic Cemetery, Marcy, NY

Christine (Gerace) Hale

Christine (Gerace) Hale

Sep 6, 2024

Christine (Gerace) Hale, age 67, of Cassville, passed away on Friday September 6, 2024, at the Abraham Hospice House in Rome, NY, after a courageous battle with cancer. Her loving family was by her side. 

She was born in Utica, on June 4, 1957, a daughter of the late Philip and Marjorie Spencer Gerace and was a graduate of JFK High...

Bonnie Piccirillo

Bonnie Piccirillo

Sep 5, 2024

Bonnie Piccirillo age 69, of Utica died September 5, 2024, at the Wynn Hospital. 

Surviving are her dear friend Linda Zulla, who was more like her sister; also her Goddaughter and caretaker, Alexis Zulla, and her children.

Services were held privately. 

Mildred L. Jones

Mildred L. Jones

Sep 4, 2024

Mildred L. Jones age 85, of Utica, passed away on Wednesday September 4, 2024, at the Wynn Hospital, Utica, with her loving family by her side. 

Sunrise: August 20, 1939 ~ Sunset: September 4, 2024

To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: Ecclesiastes 3:1

 A Time To Be Born: 

Deaconess, Mildred L. Jones, was the third...

Christine Ann (Griffiths) Talerico

Christine Ann (Griffiths) Talerico

Aug 30, 2024

Christine Ann Talerico, age 71, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 30, 2024 in the comfort of her own home surrounded by her loving family. 

She was born on January 17, 1953, a daughter of the late Gerald and Irene (Nadja) Griffiths. Chris was a gradate of UFA and would go on to be employed with St. Joseph’s Nursing Home, Bank...

Amanda "Amy" Elizabeth Allinger Bronga

Amanda "Amy" Elizabeth Allinger Bronga

Aug 29, 2024

Amanda "Amy" Elizabeth Allinger-Bronga, passed away on Thursday August 29, 2024, in the comfort of her home, with her loving family by her side.

Amanda was born on May 13, 1984, (Mother's Day). She attended and graduated from New Hartford Senior High School, where she was a cheerleader all throughout her high school years and was also a lifeguard in her...

William "Bill" R. Whitney

William "Bill" R. Whitney

Aug 25, 2024

Marcy-William “Bill” R. Whitney, age 54, passed away in the comfort and dignity of his own home on Sunday, August 25, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

Bill was born on February 15, 1970, in New Hartford to the late Harold and Elizabeth (Withers) Whitney. He graduated from UFA and went on to become a master carpenter. On July 13, 1991,...

Memsa Lovic

Memsa Lovic

Aug 18, 2024

Memsa Lovic age 66, died August 18, 2024, at the Wynn Hospital after a brief illness.

Surviving are her husband Sefik, her children; 3 daughters, Amra Lovic, Aida Sidme and Sefika Pruitt; one son Aiden Lovic all of Utica; grandchildren and extended family members. 

Burial was held in the Bosnian Islamic Cemetery, Deerfield. 

Arrangements by Scala & Roefaro Funeral Home Inc., David Roefaro/Stephen...

Ajla Vukovic

Ajla Vukovic

Aug 15, 2024

Ajla Vukovic, age 20, died unexpectedly on August 15, 2024, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident while traveling in Toledo Ohio. 

Surviving are her parents Ramiz and Esma Vukovic of Utica; two sisters Esmeralda and Samra Husic; her brother Faruk Vukovic and many extended family members and friends. 

Her ceremonial funeral services Rituals were held at the Scala & Roefaro Funeral...

My Kiet Vuong

My Kiet Vuong

Aug 11, 2024

Mrs. My Vuong age 61, of Utica, died August 11, 2024, at the Wynn Hospital.

Surviving are her son and daughter-in-law Derrick and Tuyen Nguyen of Utica and extended family members.

Funeral services will be held privately at Scala & Roefaro Funeral Home Inc. 1122 Culver Ave.

 

G. Marilyn Baister

G. Marilyn Baister

Aug 9, 2024



G. Marilyn Baister, age 89, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 9, 2024, at the Sitrin Rehabilitation Center with her daughters by her side. Marilyn enjoyed living independently at home with the help of her daughters and granddaughter Meredith.

She was born in Utica, NY on August 16, 1934, a daughter of the late Alton Gage and Esther Zimmerman Bernhard. She...

Musija Mahmutovic

Musija Mahmutovic

Aug 9, 2024

Mrs. Musija Mahmutovic, age 65, of Utica, died Friday August 9, 2024, at the Wynn Hospital. 

Surviving are her beloved husband Halil "Holcho" and extended family and friends. 

Funeral services will be graveside on Saturday (Today) at 4:00 pm in Bosnian Islamic Cemetery, Cosby Manor Rd.,Deerfield.

Scala & Roefaro Funeral Home Inc. 1122 Culver Ave.  

Muhammad Pe

Muhammad Pe

Aug 8, 2024

Mr. Muhammad Pe, age 72, died Thursday August 8, 2024, at his residence.

He is survived by his wife Nora Jan, children, grandchildren and extended family. 

Funeral services were held at Scala & Roefaro funeral home with burial in Bosnian Islamic Cemtery 

Douglas R. Morehouse

Douglas R. Morehouse

Aug 2, 2024

Douglas R. Morehouse, age 77, passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2024, in the comfort of his own home after a long illness.

He was a painter and handyman in the community. Douglas had a unique sense of humor and loved to make people smile and found laughter a very good medicine for a lot of his illness. 

He is survived by...

Thomas "Tim" Maggiolino

Thomas "Tim" Maggiolino

Jul 28, 2024

Thomas Francis "Tim" Maggiolino, 81, of New Hartford passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday July 28, 2024. 

He was born in Utica on November 12, 1942, the son of the late Thomas A. and Rose Cosentine Maggiolino. He was a graduate of TR Proctor High School. On September 28, 1963, he was married to the late Rosalie M. (DelMonte)...

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