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Stephen A. Glenske 1924 — 2024 Stephen A. Glenske, Schuyler, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at the Lutheran Home, just 3 days shy of his 100th birthday. Born on August 10, 1924, on his family's farm in Schuyler, Stephen was the son of the late Joseph and Apolonia (Bonczyk) Glenske. He was a graduate of Proctor High School. On October 20, 1966, Stephen married Mary T. Irwin, a blessed union of 18 years until her passing in January of 1984. He proudly served his country as a Tech Sergeant in the U.S. Army, displaying exceptional dedication and courage during his time in the 41st Infantry Division, 186th Regiment, 2nd Battalion, HQ Company. His service, which spanned the years of 1945-1946, included...

Linda Leonard Eaton 2024

Jacqueline S. Wojtanowski 1937 — 2024 Jacqueline S. Wojtanowski, 87, of Utica, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at the Wynn Hospital. Born on July 27, 1937, in Utica, Jacqueline was the daughter of John and Sadie (Bogacz) Lukaszek. She grew up in New York Mills and was a graduate of New York Mills High School. Jacqueline was married to Walter Wojtanowski, Jr. on June 11, 1960, in Whitesboro, a loving union of over 45 years prior to his death in 2006. She was a teacher's aide at Kemble School. Jacqueline loved doing crafts and shared that passion by teaching classes at A. C. Moore, volunteering at Faxton Hospital making items for the patients, and also sharing them with her family and friends. Jacqueline...

Michael S. Manley Sr. 1944 — 2024 Michael S. Manley Sr. Whitesboro, NY Michael S. Manley Sr., 79, of Whitesboro, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by the love of his family on Tuesday August 6, 2024. He was born on August 11, 1944 in Troy, NY the son of the late Sherwin and Margaret (McGowan) Manley. He served his country with honor in the United States Navy from 1965 to 1969 during the Vietnam War. On August 8, 1970 at St. Agnes Church in Utica he was united in marriage to Mary Alice Ruddy, a blessed union of 54 years filled with much love and mutual devotion. He was employed with the New York State Thruway Authority retiring after many years of dedicated service. He is remembered by his family as a...

Kenneth Smith 2024

Brian D. Engel 1947 — 2024 Brian Donald Engel, age 77, of Rome, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2024 at home, with his wife, Brenda, at his side. Brian was born in Menominee, Michigan on March 17, 1947 to the late Ervin and Alice Knuth Engel, and graduated from Menominee High School. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War, and was honorably discharged. He earned his associate's degree from MVCC in 1987. On June 3, 1989, he was united in marriage to the former Brenda Sancomb. Brian worked as a machine operator for Revere Copper. Brian enjoyed electronics, airplanes, and museums. He was also a civil war buff. Brian is survived by his loving wife, Brenda; his son from his first...

Charles Janicke 2024

Matthew L. Miller 2024 Matthew Leonard Miller, 63, of Rome, NY, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on August 4, 2024, following a brief illness. Matt was born in Dearborn, MI to John W. Miller and Jean M. (Curran) Miller on July 26, 1961. Upon moving to NY, Matt attended Shenedehowa Central Schools in Clifton Park, NY. For the past 32 years Matt has served as the Executive Director of Rome Rescue Mission in Rome, serving the needs of residents in the city he adopted as home. His work there was more than a job; it was his mission and passion. Matt was a protector of the innocent, a light in the darkness, a hand reaching out in love and kindness to those in need. It was his greatest...

Edward D Chentnik, III 1976 — 2024 Edward D. "Eddie" Chentnik, III, 47, of Rome, passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2024, at Rome Health. He was born on September 15, 1976, in New Hartford, the son of Edward D. and Cynthia (Coleman) Chentnik, II. At a very young age, his mom passed away and he was raised by his parents, Ed and Jennifer Hinman-Chentnik. He was a 1995 graduate of Rome Catholic High School and went on to receive his associate's degree from MVCC. Eddie was employed locally around CNY with his last employment being in the maintenance department of Teugega Country Club. Eddie was of the Catholic faith. He enjoyed his time spent on Lake Delta, both in the summer months and the winter. He enjoyed being near water...

Matthew Miller 2024

John "Jack" Benner 2024 John "Jack" Benner, 84, of Rome NY, passed away on August 3, 2024 at the Wynn Hospital with loved ones at his side following a prolonged illness. Jack was born May 21, 1940 to L. George "Bud" and Mary (Reilley) Benner. He grew up on W. Court Street in a house built by his great grandfather. Jack graduated from Rome Free Academy and attended Utica College where he was a member of the ADK fraternity. In 1966 he met Alice Erickson and they were married on August 24, 1968. They spent 55 happy years together and had 2 children, John Jr and Amy, as well as several special pets over the years. After several years in insurance, Jack started Benner Insurance Service in 1982. The agency continued...

Deborah L. Skinner 1950 — 2024 Deborah L. Skinner passed away on August 3, 2024 at The Seigenthaler Center with her loving family by her side after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Deborah was the youngest child of Russell and Helen Robinson. She was a graduate of Chadwicks Union Free High School. In July of 1969 she married George Skinner in the St. Anthony of Padua Church, sharing 49 blessed years until George's passing in 2018. Debbie is survived by her daughters Cheryl (Brendan) Mahoney and Beth Skinner-Kovacs. Her beloved grandchildren who were the light of her life, Shannon and Garrett Mahoney, and Megan and Allison Kovacs. She is survived by her sister Arlene Lewandrowski and many special nieces and...

Edith I. Sutton 2024 — 2024 Edith I. Sutton, age 86, of Rome, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 2, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family. Edith was born in Bar Harbor, Maine on April 9, 1938 to the late Edwin and Annie Silverstein Ingalls. She was united in marriage to William Sutton; a blessed union until his passing on June 1, 1988. Edith was a registered nurse and worked as charge nurse at Rome and St. Elizabeth hospitals, Stonehedge Nursing Home, and also worked for the state. She also taught nursing at BOCES. Edith loved animals and was a lifetime member of the ASPCA. She had many pets and took in puppies from several puppy mills. She loved spending her summers at Brennen Beach with her family....

Anthony Lucian Otto 1967 — 2024 Rome-Anthony Lucian Otto, age 57, of Old Oneida Road passed away late Friday evening August 2, 2024 in Rome Healthcare after being stricken ill at his home. He was born on July 26, 1967 in Oneida, New York a son of Anthony and Barbara (Vanderlan) Otto. Tony was a graduate of the Vernon Verona Sherrill Schools and received his associates degree in business. Tony enjoyed listening to music, watching movies and going to concerts. Surviving are his parents, John and Barbara Destito, his siblings and their spouses, W. B. (Shelby) Vanderlan, Stephen (Christine) Otto, Kristin Otto, Beth (Larry) Franklin and Anthony Destito and several nieces and nephews. Tony was predeceased by his...

Norma Cingranelli Frank 2024

Richard E. Madonia 2024

Sue C. Greenwell 1943 — 2024 Marcy/Port Leyden - Sue (Rocker) Greenwell, 81, went to be with Jesus while at Wynn Hospital on Wednesday, July 31, 2024. She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Duane Greenwell. She was born in Port Leyden, New York on May 23, 1943, and was the daughter of the late Guy (R) and Edith (Axtell) Rocker. Sue attended school at Port Leyden and graduated with the Class of 1961. After receiving her high school diploma, Sue worked at Meelee's in Utica making music boxes. She was then united in marriage to Duane on April 27, 1963, at the Baptist Church in Boonville, New York. Their home was blessed with their first child, Daniel Duane, in 1965, and a daughter, Kelly Sue, in 1969. The...

Helen Jane Gossin 1941 — 2024 Helen Jane Gossin Whitesboro, NY Helen Jane. Gossin, 82, of Whitesboro, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by the love of her family on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. She was born on August 30, 1941, in Utica, a daughter of the late James and Jane (Back) Fletcher. She was a graduate of Utica Catholic Academy and St. Elizabeth's School of Nursing. On January 12, 1963, at Blessed Sacrament Church in Utica she was united in marriage to Donald Gossin, a blessed union of 61 years filled with much love and mutual devotion. Helen was a well-known dedicated Registered Nurse. She was employed at one time with St. Elizabeth's Hospital and then with St. Joseph's Nursing Home in Utica....

Peter Curley 2024

Dr. John R. Moore 1940 — 2024 Dr. John R. Moore passed away on July 29, 2024, at the age of 84. John was born in St. Elizabeth's Hospital on January 13, 1940, the son of Robert J. Moore and Angela (Decker) Moore. He attended Utica public schools and graduated from Utica Catholic Academy. John graduated from Utica College in 1961 with a BS degree in Biology and earned an MS degree in Zoology from Rutgers University in 1963. That same year he entered the Upstate Medical School at SUNY in Syracuse, graduating in 1976 with an MD, cum laude. While in medical school John was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha, the National Medical Honorary Society. He interned at St. Joseph's Hospital in Syracuse, followed by one year of...

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