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Obituaries
Eleanor Case Chard
Feb 6, 2025
Eleanor Case Chard, a longtime resident of Cazenovia, died peacefully at the age of 103 on February 6, 2025 after a long life well lived. Eleanor was born in Syracuse on October 25, 1921 to Dr. George B. Case and Irene S. Case. She attended Syracuse University for her first two years of college and then transferred to American University...
Susan English Haaf
Jan 31, 2025
Susan English Haaf, 74, of Cazenovia passed away suddenly on Friday, January 31, 2025. She was born in Syracuse, New York to Leland L. English, and Harriett Isabelle English. In addition to her family, Susan had many friendships that spanned decades. From her more than 30 years working at Agway and Hematology Oncology Associates from which she retired to enjoy...
Margaret Jones
Jan 27, 2025
Margaret "Margie" Jones, 90, of Cazenovia, passed away Monday, January 27, 2025 at Crouse Community Center in Morrisville. She was born October 4, 1934 in Delphi Falls to Glenn and Edith Waters and was a graduate of Cazenovia High School, class of 1952. She resided most of her life in Ballina and had been employed at Dr. Turner's dentist office...
Michael A. Corpin
Jan 23, 2025
Michael A. Corpin, 71, of Morrisville passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025 unexpectedly. Myke was born December 16, 1953 in Canastota to Francis R. and Lenora A. Corpin. He was a graduate of Morrisville-Eaton Central School in 1972. Myke continued his education and received Associate's degrees in Electrical Technology from S.U.N.Y. Morrisville and in Criminal Justice from S.U.N.Y. Mohawk Valley...
Reginald Mackenzie Adams
Dec 31, 2024
Reginald MacKenzie Adams, 100, of Syracuse, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at Menorah Park in Syracuse. He was born November 13, 1924, in Stamford, CT, to Roderick Peter Adams and Agnes Galloway Higgins Adams. His parents were immigrants from Scotland. He graduated from South Park High School, Buffalo, New York, in 1943 Reginald served three years in the US...
Richard Borsellino
Dec 27, 2024
Richard "Richie" Borsellino, a Bronx-born charmer who brightened every room with his wit and warmth, passed away on December 27, 2024, at the age of 76 after a courageous battle with cancer and kidney disease. He spent the last 42 years in Cazenovia, NY, where he cultivated a life full of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Predeceased by his parents,...
Joseph Duffy
Dec 25, 2024
Joseph "Joe" Duffy passed away on December 25, 2024, age 72, after a brief and hard-fought battle with liver cancer. Joe was born in Bridgeport, CT and lived in Stratford, CT throughout his school years. He was the son of George and Elsie Mae Duffy and was a graduate of Charter Oak State College and received his MBA from Fairfield...
Karen Wilkinson Clark
Dec 7, 2024
Karen Wilkinson Clark was born in Denver, Colorado and a love of the Western mountains was planted in her heart. Growing up with her parents, Robert and Marilyn Wilkinson, and her sisters Randa and Holly, they moved to Idaho, Michigan, New York, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. After graduating from St. Lawrence University, Karen left the cold and followed her heart...
Ross James Prossner
Dec 7, 2024
Ross James Prossner, born on February 4, 1948, in Rome, New York, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2024, surrounded by family at his home, "Hidden Hill," in Cazenovia, New York. He was the youngest son of Leslie and Evelyn Prossner and brother to Terrance (deceased) and David. Ross spent his formative years in Rome, New York, and attended Williston...
Walter P. Koennecke
Nov 21, 2024
Walter P. Koennecke passed November 21, 2024 at Crouse Community Center in Morrisville, NY. Born in Oneida to Walter M. and Hazel May Cook Koennecke in 1949, Walter weighed in at less than 2 lbs., was not expected to survive past 2 weeks, 2 months, 2 years, 2 decades… Growing up on the family farm Walter raised chickens, grew fruit...
Wayne Daniels
Nov 21, 2024
Wayne Daniels passed away on November 21, 2024. An exceptional artist and musician, Wayne's quiet humble nature and incredible talent will be remembered by all who knew him. Wayne was predeceased by his parents, Ken and Alice Daniels; his brothers, Rusty and Terry; his sister, Susan, and his longtime companion, Jill. Wayne is survived by his sisters, Sandy, Mary and...
Helen Cunney
Nov 9, 2024
Helen Cunney, formerly of Cazenovia, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on November 9, 2024. Helen was born in Brooklyn on October 28, 1940, she was the daughter of John Dunn and Helen Byrne Dunn. She moved to Washington D.C. after graduating from The College of New Rochelle with a B.A. in Economics and was employed...
Peter John Christ
Nov 4, 2024
Peter John Christ 05/29/1946 to 11/4/2024. Born to Albert and Lorena (Stumpf) Christ in Buffalo NY and died at home in Cazenovia, NY. He is survived by his wife, Paula J. (Englert) Christ of 50 years and his sister, Joan Faltisco. He was predeceased by his brother Roy Christ. After retiring as a captain with the Town of Tonawanda NY...
Barbara J. Johnsen
Nov 3, 2024
Barbara J. Johnsen, 91, of Cazenovia, passed away November 3, 2024. She was born February 21, 1933 in Fort Madison, Iowa to Lloyd and Genevieve Peter Parrish, and was raised in Lakeland, Florida. After graduating from Florida Southern College, she attended Boston University, where she earned her Master's in Education. Following graduation, Barbara traveled to California to accept a job...
Stephen A. Resnick
Oct 27, 2024
Stephen Allan Resnick, a resident of Cazenovia, NY for almost 50 years, died peacefully at home on October 27, 2024, at the age of 82. He was born on May 27, 1942 to Irene (Gabowitz) and Alec Resnick of Gardner, Massachusetts, where he graduated from Gardner High School in 1960. He was cherished by his parents and enjoyed a tight-knit...
John E. Davis, Dvm
Oct 25, 2024
John E. Davis, DVM, 69, passed away peacefully at his home in Cazenovia on October 25, 2024. A graduate of Skaneateles High School, he studied at Cornell University and the University of Perugia in Italy, and completed internships in Guelph, Canada, and Utah before earning a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in St....
Joseph G. Barilla, Sr.
Oct 22, 2024
Joseph G. Barilla, Sr., 78, of Chittenango, formerly of Cazenovia passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024. He was born May 21, 1946 in Tupper Lake to Carl and Mae Barilla and was a graduate of Cazenovia High School. Joe was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1966 and served in the Vietnam War until his honorable discharge in 1968. He...
Robert J. Chevako
Oct 18, 2024
A Celebration of Bob's Life will be held from 12 to 4 p.m., Saturday, September 13, 2025 at the Northeast Classic Car Museum, 24 Rexford St., Norwich, NY 13815 (https://classiccarmuseum.org). Please dress casual as this will be a time to gather and share memories of Bob. Admission to the museum will be free for all attendees of the Celebration, light...
Michael Casler
Oct 17, 2024
Michael "Mickey" Casler October 17, 2024 The Unofficial Mayor of Cazenovia, Master of Pipes, and Keeper of the Lakes Michael "Mickey" Shawn Casler, 76, of Cazenovia, NY traded in his wrench for a pair of wings on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at Crouse Community Center in Morrisville. He was born August 13, 1948, in Syracuse to Jack and Elizabeth Casler,...
Stan Scott
Oct 9, 2024
Stan Scott, beloved father, husband, son, uncle, and friend, passed away on October 9, 2024. He was 87 years old. Stan was born in Syracuse, NY, and raised in Delphi Falls. His family has strong roots in the Central NY area, stretching back over two centuries. He had a keen interest in this history and was an avid amateur genealogist....
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