Obituaries

Husein Kekic

Husein Kekic

Jul 27, 2024

Husein Kekic age 66, of Utica died July 27, 2024, at the Abraham House in Utica. 

He is survived by his beloved children, siblings, nephews, nieces and extend family.

Burial was in the Bosnian Islamic Cemetery Cosby Manor Rd. Deerfield, NY

Henry J. "Jack" Irving

Henry J. "Jack" Irving

Jul 20, 2024

Henry J. “Jack” Irving age 97, of New Hartford passed away on Saturday July 20, 2024, at the Rome Memorial Hospital with the love of his family in his heart.

He was born in Utica, on October 30, 1926, a son of the late Henry J. Sr. and Mary White Irving and was educated in local schools. He interrupted his education...

Marguerite (Lazzaro) Dichiera

Marguerite (Lazzaro) Dichiera

Jul 8, 2024

Marguerite (Lazzaro) Dichiera, age 88, of Frankfort, NY passed away on Monday July 8, 2024, at the Eastern Star Nursing Center with her beloved family by her side.

She was born in Syracuse, NY on May 30, 1936, a daughter of the late John and Rose Giarratano Lazzaro and was educated in local schools having graduated from TR Proctor High School...

Fatima Muric

Fatima Muric

Jul 3, 2024

Fatima Muric age 74, of Utica, died Wednesday July 3, 2024, with her family by her side.

Surviving are her husband Saban, her son Fahrudin (Alisa) Muric and her daughter Sanela (Edin) Selimovic, grandchildren and many other relatives. 

Burial was in the West Bosnian Islamic Cemtery. Marcy, NY

Mu Sar

Mu Sar

Jun 25, 2024

Mu Sar age 53 of Utica died June 25, 2024, at the Wynn Hospital.

He is survived by his wife and children.

Burial will be in the Bosnian Islamic Cemetery, Deerfield.

Gloria (Centolella) DiMare

Gloria (Centolella) DiMare

Jun 25, 2024

Mrs. Gloria (Centolella) DiMare, 96, of Rocklin, CA, formerly of Utica, died after a long illness on June 25, 2024, in CA.

She was born on April 6, 1928, in Bloomfield, New Jersey, a daughter of the late Peter and Julia Palmisano Centolella and attended Proctor High School in Utica, NY. In 1950, in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Utica, she...

Edward B Croghan

Edward B Croghan

Jun 12, 2024

Edward B. Croghan, age 78, of Clinton, died unexpectedly on Wednesday June 12, 2024, from a sudden Heart Attack.

He was born in Utica, on October 19, 1945, a son of the late John J. and Catherine “Kate” Doherty Croghan and was a graduate of Notre Dame High School. On June 24, 1972, he was married to Linda Vivenzo in Blessed...

Eustace "Sonny" Minetos

Eustace "Sonny" Minetos

Jun 4, 2024

Eustace (Sonny) Minetos, age 84, of Utica, passed away on Tuesday June 4, 2024, at home after a brief illness with his loving family by his side.

He was born in NYC, NY on April 13, 1940, a son of the late Gerasimos and Vula Kontegeorge Minetos and graduated from NYC schools. He served our country in the US Army from...

Elizabeth Ann Fox

Elizabeth Ann Fox

Jun 1, 2024

Elizabeth Ann Fox, age 61, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday June 1, 2024, at her home.

She was born in Rome, NY on September 4, 1962, a daughter of the late Russell D. and Ann E. Deighton Warner and was a graduate of NY Mills, High School. On July 4, 1982, she was married to Thomas Fox in Sylvan...

Linda (Zogby) Sullivan

Linda (Zogby) Sullivan

May 31, 2024

Linda (Zogby) Sullivan, age 75, of Vernon, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Friday May 31, 2024, at the Oneida City Hospital.

She was born in Utica on January 7, 1949, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Marilyn Jean (Slocum) Zogby and was a graduate of TR Proctor High School. Linda was married to Barry Sullivan, Sr. in 1970. 

Surviving are her...

Timothy J. Batson

Timothy J. Batson

May 27, 2024

MOODUS- Timothy James Batson, age 61, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family in the comfort and dignity of his daughter’s home. 

He was born on December 10, 1962, in Stamford, CT, son of Joseph D. and Janet (Fallon) Batson. Tim graduated from high school in Ontario, Canada and went on to attend Niagara University. On October 9, 2005, he...

Linda Falvo

Linda Falvo

May 22, 2024

Mrs. Linda Falvo, age 61, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday May 22, 2024, at the Wynn Hospital. She is survived by her beloved husband Anthony, and many extended family members.All funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family. 

Anna M. Giordano

Anna M. Giordano

May 22, 2024

Anna M. Giordano1930-2024Anna M. Giordano, age 93, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at the Wynn Hospital.She was born in Utica on July 11, 1930, a daughter of the late Vito and Mary (Denarola) Gagliardi. Anna was a graduate of Proctor High School. On November 3, 1956, she married John V. Giordano in...

Alli Conte Morgan

Alli Conte Morgan

May 21, 2024

Alli Conte Morgan, 33, of New York City and formerly of Whitesboro, passed away suddenly from complications of her chronic medical conditions on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Alli was born in New Hartford, NY, on September 14, 1990, the daughter of Robert and Cathleen Conte Morgan. She was educated in Whitesboro Schools and furthered her education at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where...

John J. Korrie

John J. Korrie

May 15, 2024

John J. Korrie, age 86, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday May 15, 2024, at his summer home in Sylvan Beach, with the love of his family in his heart.

He was born in Utica on November 29, 1937, a son of the late Abraham and Susie Nackley Korrie and was a graduate of UFA High School. John served our...

Corcoran "Cory" Centolella

Corcoran "Cory" Centolella

May 13, 2024

Corcoran “Cory” Centolella age 52, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly on Monday May 13, 2024, at his home from complications due to epilepsy.

 

He was born in Utica on July 6, 1971, a son of Michael and Marie Alati Centolella and was a graduate of UFA and MVCC.

 

Cory was employed by many area restaurants throughout the years. His last several years...

Richie Roefaro

Richie Roefaro

May 12, 2024

Richie Roefaro age 46, was taken from us unexpectedly on Sunday May 12, 2024. Richie was born in Utica, NY and graduated from Proctor High School. Upon graduating Richie moved to New York City following his love for creativity. Richie would receive a Bachelor of Art degree from the Fashion Institute of Technology in Advertising and Communications, and then receive...

Larry Basquette

Larry Basquette

May 9, 2024

Larry E. Basquette age 86, formerly of Canastota, passed away on Thursday May 9, 2024, at the Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Utica, with the love of his family in his heart. He was born in Gouverneur, NY on Marh 15, 1938, a son of the late Flonesome Clark and stepfather Carlton King who raised Larry as his own son.Larry...

Emira Lilic

Emira Lilic

May 7, 2024

Emira (Sabanagic) Lilic age 44 of Utica, died May 7, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer.Surviving are her husband Enver; two daughters Emra and Ernesa; her parents Adil and Haseda Sabanagic; 3 sisters Edina Delanovic, Zlata Sabanagic and Zerina Delanovic, several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.  Burial will be in the Bosnian Islamic Cemetery, Deerfiled. 

Vincent J. Graniti

Vincent J. Graniti

May 6, 2024

Vincent J. Graniti, 63 of Utica passed away on Monday May 6, 2024, at Wynn Hospital. 

He was born in Bagheria, Sicily on May 14, 1960, a son of Dominick and Maria Rose (LaCamera) Graniti and the family moved to this country when Vincent was two years old and settled in Utica. He graduated from T.R. Proctor High School, the class...

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