Obituaries
Audrey J. Manolescu
Jul 25, 2025
Audrey (Padykula) Manolescu, age 83, of Utica, passed away on Friday July 25, 2025, at the Abraham House in Utica, with the love of family and friends in her heart.
She was born in Utica on February 1, 1942, a daughter of the late Thomas and Julia Macior Padykula, and was educated in local schools having graduated from UFA High School...
Bruce Charles Lundrigan
Jul 25, 2025
Camden/Rome/Utica (Acacia Village)- Bruce Charles Lundrigan, age 84, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025, at the Wynn Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
He was born at home in Camden on April 7, 1941, a son of the late Charles and Rena (Lovejoy) Lundrigan and was a graduate of Camden High School. On July 24, 1965, he married the love...
Ferid Zahic
Jul 24, 2025
Ferid Zahic, age 52, passed away unexpectedly on July 24, 2025 at the Wynn Hospital.
He was born on August 13, 1972 in Bosnia, a son of Halil and Ajsa (Nesust) Zahic. Ferid was employed with MVHS at the Wynn Hospital as a respiratory therapist and was a member of the Bosnian Islamic Association of Utica.
He is survived by his loving...
Craig Patrick Handzel
Jul 20, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Craig Patrick Handzel, who left us far too soon on July 20, 2025, at the age of 52.Born on May 17, 1973, Craig was a man full of life, laughter, and love. He had a passion for adventure and found freedom on the open road riding his motorcycle. A...
Sulejman Munjakovic
Jul 13, 2025
Sulejman Munjakovic, age 95, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the Wynn Hospital.
He was born on May 25, 1930, in Bosnia.
Sulejman is survived by his children, Haseda (Adil) Sabanagic, Zarafa (Resad) Sabanagic, Sead (Seniaja) Munjakovic and Mirsad Munjakovic as well as several grandchildren and extended family.
Graveside services will be Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 5 PM at the...
Robert Henry Warwick
Jul 11, 2025
Robert Henry Warwick was born on October 17, 1949, in Providence, Rhode Island. He was the middle child of five, and spent his early years in various towns across Massachusetts and Maine, where he played Little League baseball, hockey, and golf. He was also an acolyte and a Boy Scout, showing early signs of the dedication and curiosity that would...
Terence "Terry" Fuller
Jul 1, 2025
Terence R. Fuller age 78, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday July 1, 2025, at the Wynn Hospital, with the love of his family in his heart.
He was born on June 28, 1947, in Oneonta, NY, a son of the late Carl and Violet Ermel Fuller. On May 26, 1973, he was married to Saveria Raiano in St. Agnes...
Angela M. Demma
Jul 1, 2025
Deerfield- Angela “Ange” M. Demma, age 80, passed away into the loving arms of the Lord on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at the Sitrin Health Care Center.
She was born in Utica, on October 8, 1944, a daughter of the late, Jack and Anne (Nucito) Demma. Ange graduated from Whitesboro Central Schools and would go on to obtain her degree from...
Christopher A. Wilsey
Jun 30, 2025
Christopher A. Wilsey, age 60, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly on Monday June 30, 2025, at his home with the love of his family in his heart. Christopher had a lifelong struggle with heart disease and illness.
He was born in Utica on May 8, 1965, a son of William and Mary Ann Rich Wilsey and was a graduate of TR...
John Anthony "Tony" Kawam
Jun 24, 2025
John Anthony “Tony” Kawam, age 86, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday June 24, 2025, in the comfort of his home, with the love of his family in his heart.
He was born in Aleppo, Syria on May 18, 1939, a son of the late Izzat and Naima (Kakaty) Kawam. Tony grew up in Syria and moved to Caracas, Venezuela...
Kathleen "Kaye" M. Marrazzo
Jun 18, 2025
Barneveld- Kathleen “Kaye” M. Marrazzo, age 80, passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully in the comfort of her own home on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.
Kaye was born on June 15, 1945, in Birtle, Manitoba, Canada a cherished daughter of the late Thomas and Kathleen (Walley) Mathews. She graduated from Whitesboro Central Schools and would go on to obtain her Nursing Degree....
Lucette Y. Hewko
Jun 13, 2025
Frankfort- Lucette Y. Hewko, age 85, passed away peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Friday, June 13, 2025, at the Wynn Hospital.
She was born in Herck-la-ville, Belgium on June 15, 1939, a daughter of the late Louie and Nellie (Carpentier) Vandermeulen. Lucette graduated from local schools and would go on to obtain her degree in Physical Therapy. On...
Jahquin Javier Hoston
Jun 12, 2025
Jahquin Javier Hoston, of Utica, NY passed away unexpectedly on June 12, 2025; He was 27 years old.
He was born in Utica, NY at St. Luke's Hospital to John Paul Hoston-Watson and Donna Black on April 17th, 1998. Jahquin, also known as 'Quinny' by his close family, was a free-spirited individual who loved helping others and was always trying to...
Rand Carter
Jun 12, 2025
Rand Urban Carter age 87, retired Associate Professor of Fine Arts at Hamilton College, passed away on Thursday June 12, 2025, in the comfort of his home.
Rand Urban Carter was born in Corpus Christi, Texas, on 17 September 1937, the son of Noah Dilford Carter and Lucy Violet Pennington Carter, and the youngest of five children. He was named after...
Leroy "Lee" Marsden
Jun 12, 2025
Leroy “Lee” Marsden, retired UPD, age 89, of Marcy, NY, passed away on Thursday June 12, 2025, at the Abraham House in Rome, NY after a brief illness with his family by his side.
He was born in Utica on April 14, 1936, a son of the late Leroy and Hilda Kurtelawcz Marsden and was a graduate of UFA High school....
Edward "Ed" Lynde Paparella
Jun 12, 2025
Edward "Ed" Lynde Paparella, age 84, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2025 at the Abraham House in Utica, surrounded by his loving family.
Ed was born in Utica, New York on July 17, 1940, to the late Anthony and Mary (Alberico) Paparella. He attended Mary Street School and T.R. Proctor High School, graduating in 1958. He then went on to...
Patricia Deep
Jun 5, 2025
Patricia Deep, age 86, passed away on Thursday June 5, 2025, in the Bridgewater Nursing Center, Binghamton, NY, where she had been a resident.
She was born in Elmira, NY on March 8, 1939, a daughter of the late William and Josephine Coletta Allen.
Patricia was married to George Deep, Sr. until his passing in 1994.
Surviving are two sons Michael Deep and...
Louis "Lou" Parrotta
Jun 3, 2025
Mr. Louis F. “Lou” Parrotta, age 51, of Utica, passed away on Tuesday June 3, 2025, after a brief and unexpected illness, at the Wynn Hospital with his loving sister Marlo, by his side.
He was born in Utica, on May 8, 1974, a son of the late Louis J. and Rosalie Morosco Parrotta and was a graduate of Notre Dame...
Salih Pehlic
May 30, 2025
Salih Pehlic, age 54, of Utica, died unexpectedly on Friday May 30, 2025, at his home.
He was born in Bosnia on February 2, 1971 a son of the late Emin and Melka Basic Pehlic. He immigrated to USA and Utica several years ago.
Salih worked for the Peoples First, Municipal Housing Authority in Utica.
Surviving are his brother Samir of Chicago, cousins...
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