All Obituaries

Weedsport – Linda Marie Rudick, 70, of Weedsport, passed unexpectedly Thursday October 10, 2019 in Auburn Community Hospital with her loving family by her side.  Mrs. Rudick was born in Syracuse, the daughter of Arthur & Helen Palmer.   Linda was a 1967 graduate of Corcoran High School. Linda was predeceased by her husband, Ted, father, Arthur Palmer, mother Helen and step-father George Guido, sister Rosie Guido.  Linda is survived by her children Gary...

Harriet M. Nowak passed away on October 4, 2019, at the age of 104 years.  She was a lifelong resident of Auburn, NY.  Harriet was predeceased by her husband, Anthony, and her daughter and son-in-law, Evelyn and David Rice.  She is survived by her son, Tony, and wife, Kitty, 5 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and 2 great, great grandchildren.             Harriet’s life was centered around her family, close...

Betty A Alfieri, age 79, of Washington Street, Auburn, was called home by the angels and entered into eternal rest with the Lord on September 13.   Betty served our nation for two years in the Army before serving her community working for 21 years as a nurse’s aide at Auburn Memorial Hospital.  Betty, who loved tending   to her rose bushes and garden, also enjoyed reading, doing crosswords and building puzzles with her family.    Betty is survived...

Domenic Parenti,60, of Auburn passed away at Upstate Medical on Sept 5,2019. Born in Auburn the son of the late Philip and Ginny Wade Parenti. He retired from Auburn Community Hospital. Domenic was known for his love of animals, was an avid wrestling fan and became quite the collector. He is survived by his brother Philip Parenti, his sister Terrie Casey, his nephews Josh and Brian Casey, aunt,uncles and several cousins. Calling hours for Dom will be held on Thursday October 24, 2019...

Barbara A. (Cheney) Tanner, 94, of Auburn, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, at Auburn Community Hospital, of natural causes. She was born in Auburn the daughter of the late Clarence and Dorothy Cheney. Barbara was a resident of the Commons on St. Anthony for several years. Growing up, Barbara attended school in Port Byron and she resided in Throop. She married at a young age. She and her husband (John “Jack” Radford who was in the military) traveled the coast until his...

Peter P. Dec Jr., 65, of Auburn NY passed away Saturday, July 27th, 2019 at Auburn Community Hospital surrounded by loving family. Mr. Dec was born in Auburn, NY to the late Peter and Jean (Swietoniowski) Dec.  Petey was a communicant of St Hyacinth Church, Member of the SAL American Legion - SK Post #1324, 23 Year member of the Ukrainian National Club, also serving as Trustee for several years and a member of the Falcon Sportsman Club.  Being an avid musician –...

Josephine T. Sikora, 79 years of age, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 25, 2019, surrounded by her beloved family, at Upstate University Hospital after a brief illness.  le was overflowing with delicious culinary creations, while family and friends enjoyed each moment together. Times like these always brightened her day and put a smile on her face.   Josephine was predeceased by her husband, Peter Sikora; her parents, Frank and Victoria Wawrzaszek; her brothers Ted...

Pittsford - June 16, 2019. David, age 61, is predeceased by his father John Rusin. He is survived by his mother, Clara Rusin of Auburn, NY, his beloved brother John Rusin of Auburn, NY, sisters Mary (Wayne) Pisano of Lake Ariel, PA, Claire Rusin of Auburn, NY, Nancy (Randy) Gable of Weedsport, NY, his beloved nieces Claire Pisano of Gladstone, NJ, Valerie (Doug) Scott of Pipersville, PA, Grace Swientonioski of Weedsport, NY, beloved nephews Alex Pisano of Kansas City, KS, Rick Swientonioski...

April Bloss- Mckeen, 55 of Belchertown, MA passed away on June 14, 2019. April was born in the Philippines the daughter of Ralph Bloss and Christine Gumm. April was raised in Holyoke, MA and lived most of her life in the Auburn area. April is survived by her parents and her daughters Stephanie Bertonica and Crystal Miller both of Auburn. 1 Granddaughter and 2 brothers John and Mark Bloss. Memorial services for April will be conducted on Wednesday June 26, 2019 at 6 p.m. in the Heieck...

Ada Maria Merlini passed away in the sunshine of Wednesday, May 15, surrounded by her loving family at home. She lived a remarkable 3.5 years with pancreatic cancer in the fullness of her faith and gratitude—a serenity and peace amidst disease that became an inspiration to all.   Ada spent the first part of her life in Italy, whirling in the social delights of Florence, hiking the Dolomites, traveling abroad with her parents, nurturing lifelong friendships, and after university,...