Obituaries

Mar 25, 2023

Roger L. Wise, age 80 of Volney, NY passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 25, 2023. He was predeceased by his parents, Benjamin and Hazel Wise; brother, Benjamin Wise; and sister, Jean Longeski.

Roger is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Elizabeth J. Wise; children, Raymond Wise, Sheila (David) Carvey and Jeffery (Melissa) Wise; grandchildren,...

Mar 25, 2023

Michael A. “Nute” Carvey, 65, of Fulton, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at home. Mike enjoyed spending his time watching NASCAR and used to race at the Fulton Speedway. He also liked watching wrestling, going fishing, and hunting. Mike was predeceased by his parents, Frederick and Betty (Cocopoti) Carvey, sister, Sandra Carvey and his granddaughter,...

Mar 15, 2023

Terry Lynn Clark of Cicero, NY, formerly of Hannibal, NY, died suddenly and unexpectedly on her 64 th birthday, March 15, 2023. Terry was a good hearted, generous, extremely honest, very intelligent, and inquisitive person, who died too soon.

Terry’s family would like to give a huge Thank You to her neighbors, friends, and management at Cobblestone...

Mar 13, 2023

Maryann Theresa DeMasi was born on November 13, 1941, in Oswego, NY.  She was the first of two children and the only daughter of Mary Asunta (Palmieri) and Dominic Thomas DeMasi, both immigrants from Italy. Maryann graduated from Fulton High School and then attended SUNY Oswego, earning her Bachelors in Education.  She started teaching for the Auburn Enlarged School...

Mar 11, 2023

Edwin J. Munger, Jr., 77, of Fulton, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at home. Born in Syracuse, a son to the late Edwin Sr., and Winifred (Richardson) Munger. Edwin graduated from North Syracuse High School in 1963 and went on to work as mechanic for Syracuse Supply. He loved working on the CAT trucks and...

Mar 11, 2023

Zachary Tracy Wiltse, 36, of Hannibal, NY suddenly left us on March 11, 2023.

He is survived by his son, Zachary Wiltse, Jr.; mother, Sandra Wiltse; father, Mark Wiltse; siblings, Jeffrey Arnold, Chad Arnold, Brett Gregory and Kelly Wiltse; grandmother, Una Wiltse, as well as several aunts, nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be Friday,...

Mar 7, 2023

Clara Yarrow Cooper “Tottie”, 92 years young, died of natural causes on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, with family by her side. She loved golfing and socializing at her Fair Haven golf league, yoga with her longtime friends at the Red Creek Community Center, shopping, dining out, and spending time with family and friends. Tottie was predeceased by her husband,...

Mar 1, 2023

James R. Allen, 73, of Volney, NY, passed away peacefully on March 01, 2023 after a courageous and challenging encounter with stage 4 colon cancer. He was surrounded with love, laughs, music, origami cranes, and artwork.

A great friend, an exceptional companion, and the best Dad anyone could ever ask for - To say that he was...

Feb 25, 2023

Gregory W. Hartranft, 73, of Volney, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at Crouse Hospital. Born in Fulton, he was a son to the late Kenneth and Margaret (Rennes) Hartranft. Greg worked as a line supervisor for National Grid, retiring after 38 years. He was a Volney Town board member for over 25 years; including positions...

Feb 24, 2023

Sally J. Wilkins (Livingston) passed away peacefully on February 24th, 2023, after a short illness surrounded by her family. Sally was a graduate of Fulton High school’s class of 1964. Sally was a Nurse Practitioner and devoted most of her career to caring for and helping students at Walker Health Center at SUNY Oswego. Sally was known for her...

Feb 22, 2023

Gary J. Kimball, 72, of Warners, New York passed away on February 22, 2023

In 1977 Gary, along with his business partner Mark Gummer, started National Audio in Baldwinsville, NY.  The company specialized in sound systems, lighting systems and staging productions primary for concerts all over New England including events like the NYS Fair, Syracuse Jazz fest,...

Feb 21, 2023

Steven “Steve” Davis, age 38 of Oswego, NY passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, surrounded by his family.  He was predeceased by his paternal and maternal grandparents.

Steve is survived by his loving parents, father, Jerry  Davis; mother, Debra (Randy Whitney) Davis; brothers, Rob (Bernita) Davis, Tom (Beth) Davis, and Matt (Heather) Davis; sister, Sandra...

Feb 19, 2023

Patricia J. Ponzi, 87, of Fulton, NY, passed away on Sunday, February 19, 2023, after a long illness. The daughter of James E. Carvey and Theresa A. (Bianco) Carvey. Patricia enjoyed gardening, cooking, casino gaming and spending time with her family. She was predeceased by her spouse, Floyd Ponzi, and her brother, James Carvey, Jr.

Surviving are...

Feb 18, 2023

Laurna Irene Millard Hoffman, 94, of Fulton, passed away on Saturday, February 18th, 2023, after living a long and fulfilled life. Laurna was born to the late Dyer F. Millard and Gladys Putnam Millard in Watertown, NY, growing up on a farm in Ellisburg, and then Belleville, NY. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Merrill K. Hoffman, and...

Feb 17, 2023

Fern E. Parsons, 92, of Mt. Pleasant passed away on February 17, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.

She was born to the late Claude and Doris Rice in Denio, Oregon and as a child returned to Mt. Pleasant.

Fern was an active member of the Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church, where she led the...

Feb 16, 2023

Carol A. Mills, 78, of Oswego, formerly of Delhi, NY passed away at Oswego Hospital on February, 16, 2023 after a short illness.

She grew up in the Cicero/North Syracuse area and went to SUNY Oswego, before marrying her late husband, Clark Mills, Sr. in 1964.  Carol enjoyed fishing, knitting, crocheting and painting.  Her greatest joy was...

Feb 13, 2023

Alice Bartlett, 88, of Hannibal, NY, passed away on Monday, February 13, 2023, at St. Luke Health Services. Born in Junius, NY, a daughter to the late Howard and Bertha (Bishop) Sherman, she was a life resident of Hannibal. Alice worked for Comstock, Fisherman’s Five and Dime, Easy Bargain Center, Hannibal School District Cafeteria, owned/operated A&E Taxi, then retired...

Feb 13, 2023

Marlene M. Holmes, 86, of Hannibal, NY passed away peacefully at St Luke's Health Services on Monday February 13 th , 2023.

She was born in Deer River, Minnesota, and had resided in Hannibal since 1966.

Marlene was a long-time member of the Hannibal American Legion Auxiliary. Along with her husband Norm, she enjoyed watching...

Feb 12, 2023

John “Santa John” E. Wheeler, age 71 of Fulton, NY passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2023, at home with his wife by his side. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Kathleen Wheeler; and brother, William Wheeler. Santa John is survived by his loving wife of five years, Cynthia Green Wheeler; children, Tina (Ned) Vizy Wheeler, Ryan...

Feb 12, 2023

Larry T. Flood, 80, of Volney, NY, passed away unexpectedly at St. Joseph’s Hospital with his family by his side. He was born in Fulton, a son to the late Timothy and Betty (Martin) Flood. Larry was a Working Foreman at Huhtamaki for the past 44 years. He was a big NY Yankees fan, loved his tractors, enjoyed camping,...