All Obituaries

Aleen M. Moon of Cicero, New York passed away peacefully in her home on July 1, 2020 with the love and support of her family.   She was the daughter of the late Frederick and Pearl Longden.  Aleen lived in East Syracuse for many years while her husband, Glenn worked for the railroad and she worked at Rothschild Drug store as a clerk.  In 1976 her and Glenn bought their dream home on Oneida Lake. She lived life well with all of her family and friends right up until the...

Stephen “Fitz” FitzPatrick, 57, of East Syracuse passed away Friday, June 26, 2020 at his home in Fremont.  Fitz was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, trapping and fishing; especially  at his family camp on Raquette Lake.  He also loved going on long hikes with his dog, Bobby Magee.  Fitz was a loving father and pop.  He will be dearly missed. Fitz is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Connor and Stefani FitzPatrick; his granddaughter, Josie...

Janice M. Shaver, 86, of North Syracuse, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at Upstate University Hospital.  Janice was an Office Manager for General Electric.  She was a loving and caring mother and grandmother.  Janice is survived by her four daughters, Sherilee Oakes, Jenell Hughes, Denise Gardner and Kim Shaver; son, Michael Shaver; sister, Jeannine Holland; brother, James H. Tooley; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral Services...

Robert C. Kesler, 53, of East Syracuse, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at his home.  Born in Oneida, New York on July 3, 1966 to William and Sally Kesler, he was an avid sports fan who loved the Lakers and the Cowboys. Robert is survived by his longtime companion of 35 years, Arlene Masullo; daughters, Mindy Land and Bobbie Lynn Masullo; son, Hunter Kesler; siblings, Billy Kesler, James Kesler and Sandra Kesler; four grandchildren; and nephew, Justin. Funeral Services...

Patricia L. Gillespie, 57, of Onondaga Hill, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at Crouse Hospital.  She was a graduate of CCBI earning a degree.  Patricia was employed with Colonial Laundromat and has worked for Kwik Fill and Qualex Inc. Patricia is survived by her aunts and uncles Myrtis and Stanley King Sr., Charlotte Alexander, Nancy Waite, Jessie (Fred) Gotham and Ginger Colvin. She is also survived by several cousins, two of her dearest cousins are Sharon Sexstone and...

Matthew L. Fulmer, 61, of East Syracuse, passed away on Monday June 15, 2020 at Crouse Hospital.  Born in Syracuse, New York on July 7, 1958, he was a printer for PCI.  He was predeceased by his parents, Dr. Charles and Norma Fulmer and his sister, Nancy Joyce. Matthew is survived by his siblings, Drucie (Bill) Beloff, Darcy (Gary) Mize, Christine (Steve) Hamilton and Mark (Maureen) Fulmer; life long friend, Paul Garcia; and several nieces and nephews. A private graveside service...

Sharon M. Handlin, 70, of Liverpool, passed away on Monday at the Abraham House in Rome, New York.  She was the third daughter out of six to the late Dorothy and Jack Handlin.  She graduated from  MHR and attended Oswego State and graduated with a BS in Elementary ED and Psych.  Sharon was an accountant with OCWA and retired after 33 years of service.  Preceded in death by: parents Jack & Dorothy Handlin, sister Sandy Schultz Tierson, BLI’s:  James...

Walter J. Fietze, 92, of Minoa, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at Crouse Hospital.  Walter formerly lived in East Syracuse and Bridgeport, New York.  In 1989, he retired from Carrier Corporation.  He was predeceased by his wife of 69 years, Grace in 2016.   Walter is survived by his sister, Anita Law of Cicero, New York; his sons, John (Brenda) Fietze of Liverpool and Eric (Linda) Fietze of East Syracuse; his daughters, Ellen Doyle (Michael...

Gregory M. Soluske, 43, of Syracuse, a gentle giant with a heart of gold that finally gave out on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at St. Joseph’s Hospital with his family by his side.  Greg worked at McShane’s and Ruby Tuesday’s.  He loved his cat and he was loved by his family and friends.   Greg is survived by his mother, Patty Watters, of East Syracuse; his sister, Laura Soluske of Baldwinsville; brother, Jeffrey (Kathy) Davenport of New Woodstock; sister, Michelle...

Tracy L. Reynolds, 37, of The Valley, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Wednesday.  May the memory of Tracy bring you peace, comfort and strength.  Tracy is survived by her husband, John Reynolds; four children including, Gabriella; her mother, Nancy Saulle;  three brothers, Charles Goodnow, Richard Goodnow and Timothy Winters; two sisters, Tina and Tammy Winters; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Calling Hours will be held on Sunday June 14, 2020...