George C. Huyler, 96, of East Syracuse, passed away January 25, 2021 with his loving family at his side. He was born and raised in Elmira, NY and served in the US Marine Corps in both World War II and the Korean War. He was employed by Ashland Oil Co. before his retirement. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 70 years, Ruth in 2018. He is survived by his children, John (Debra) Huyler of N. Attleboro, MA, George M. (Roxane) Huyler of Clarence, NY and Marcia (Chuck) Buck of...

Ann E. Ripich passed  peacefully on January 18, 2021, just a few days shy of her 88th birthday.  Ann was a long time resident of Fayetteville, NY. She is predeceased by her husband of 66 years, Louis J. Ripich, MD and her son Louis J. Ripich, Jr.  Ann was born in 1933, in Albion, NY. She was one of four siblings, surrounded by a large and loving extended Italian-American family. A graduate of Albion high school, Ann went on to serve as a telephone operator at Sampson...

Lenard R. "Lenny" Egelston, passed away on January 13, 2021. He is survived by his adoring wife, Patricia Egelston of Liverpool, daughters, LaVerne (Jim) Pease, JoAnn (Joe) Pomerlieu, and Wendy (Matt) White, and his two sons, Derek and Keith.  He is also survived by his stepson, Ray (Carrie) Grogan, of Ohio, six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Lenny is also survived by his four brothers, Jack (Ginny), Ed (Glenda), Glenn, and Jim (Clarissa).  Lenny had too many...

Michael Samuel Sanson, 90, of East Syracuse, passed away peacefully January 10, 2021 surrounded by his two daughters.  Mike was born in Syracuse, NY, February 11, 1930 to Michael and Carmella Sanson. He graduated from East Syracuse High School in 1949.  In 1951 he enlisted in the Army and proudly served his country during the Korean War as a Field Wireman, receiving 6 medals of Honor for his service. Mike was a Yardmaster for New York Central, Penn Central & Conrail Railroads...

Rita Mary Brightman, 94, of Syracuse, passed away January 9, 2021. Survived by children, Gale (David) Pidkaminy, Iris (Bill) Brzezinski, Carla Smith (Nick Galoni), Cathy (Bo) Bradtke and Clifford (Ellie) Brightman, Jr.; 12 grandchildren; several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; a sister, Shirley Bordelon. Private entombment was held at the Resurrection Chapel Mausoleum at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Dewitt. Leave condolences for the family on the Tribute Wall

Jane Tyminski Fitch, age 97, died on January 7, 2021 in her home in East Syracuse. Jane retired from J.I. Case after 15 years as the office manager. Jane also worked on the Fly Road Scholarship for 20+years and volunteered at the St. Matthews Second Time Around Store for 20 years.    Jane is survived by her daughters, Sharon Partridge of Idaho, Donna Holliday of East Syracuse, Cynthia (Mark) Warren of East Syracuse. Jane has 7 grandchildren, 15 great...

Carolyn J. (Hartung) Bisnett, formerly of East Syracuse, NY, passed away in Oro Valley, AZ on Tuesday January 5, 2021. She graduated in 1955 from East Syracuse High School and worked at Carrier Corp. for 25 years. She lived in East Syracuse until 4 years ago when she moved to Oro Valley. She enjoyed having lunch with her friends, shopping and going to the casino. She was predeceased by her father, Neil Hartung, mother, Margaret Hartung, sister, Patricia Gratzer, son, Neil Robinson and...

Thomas Nichols, 73, of Syracuse, NY passed away peacefully with his wife Teri at his side on Tuesday 1/5/2021 after a brief illness.  Tom was born to Earl Nichols and Ernestine (Flynn) Nichols on the West side of Syracuse.  He attended St. Lucy’s Academy until the 8th grade before graduating from Corcoran High School in 1967.  Tom proudly served his country in the U.S. Army stationed in West Germany.  After completing his military service,...

Christopher E. “Chris” Gormley, 57, of Liverpool, formerly of Binghamton, passed away Sunday January 3, 2021 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Syracuse following a long illness. He was born on September 6, 1963 in Binghamton, the son of the late Margaret H. DeGraff and Edward J. Gormley.  Chris graduated from Vestal Central School District and SUNY Health Science Center with a degree in Respiratory Therapy. He was also a U.S. Navy veteran, serving on the USS...

Susan deLima, 73, a lifelong resident of Syracuse passed away January 1, 2021 at home surrounded by her husband and children. Susan was born to David and Pauline deLima on September 9, 1947.  Susan was a 1965 graduate of Nottingham High School, she attended Colby College and Syracuse University. She owned Handworks Yarn Shop in DeWitt for over ten years before pursuing a career in real estate at FM Realty.  Susan was an active member of the community and church.  She...