All Obituaries

Catherine A.(Kuepper) Godzwon, 99, passed away on March 19,2020. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, “Kate” loved fishing, gardening, and spending time at her cottage at Duck Cove with her husband, John, who predeceased her in 2006. In addition, for many years, Mrs. Godzwon truly appreciated and enjoyed her friends and caretakers at Buckley Landing in North Syracuse.      A private family service was held on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at St. Mary’s...

William C. Hunter, 85, of East Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at the Onondaga Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing.  William was born in Syracuse, New York on January 21, 1935.  He was a graduate of North High School class of 1953.  William, an avid Yankee fan, also loved swimming, walks at Green Lakes, reading, bowling, and playing softball.  He was a 40 year civilian employee specializing in communications for the U.S Army (NETSC), and was...

Robert T. Lester, 66, of East Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at Crouse Hospital.  Born in Syracuse, New York on June 9, 1953 to the late James and Jane (Anderson) Lester, Robert was an avid fisherman, guitarist and loved to sing.  He retired from Pass and Seymour after 25 years of service.   In addition to his parents, Robert was predeceased by his nephew, Jim Lester. Robert is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Susan A. (Therre)...

With sadness, the family of Daniel “Dan” Cedrone, 72, announces his passing on February 29, 2020 following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. A graduate of North Syracuse High School, Dan proudly served as a Lance Corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps in Vietnam as a helicopter gunner in the Tet Offensive in 1968. Following his tour of duty, Dan attended Pepperdine University and settled in southern California with his beloved Black Lab “Gunner”. While there,...

  Eugene K. Sullivan, 97, of East Syracuse, passed away peacefully Friday at the Syracuse VA Medical Center.  Born to Lawrence and Marion (Windover) Sullivan, Gene was the second oldest of eight children who grew up in the Eastwood area of Syracuse, New York.  After graduating high school, Gene enlisted in the US Navy and was a World War II veteran.  While serving in the Navy he met Thedis Baun of East Syracuse and they were married in December of 1943.  After being...

Edna M. Quonce, 96, of Kirkville, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at her home, with her family by her side.  Edna was a longtime resident of East Syracuse prior to moving to Kirkville.  Edna was an avid Bingo player and enjoyed going to the casino with her sisters.  She was predeceased by her husband, Harold; sons, Robert Sr., and Raymond Quonce; her sisters, Jane Maslak, Helen Schuler, Betty Smith and Alice Livergood; and her brothers, Earl and Carl Hoyt. She is...

Beatrice Cummings of Liverpool, New York passed away peacefully on Monday at St. Luke’s Nursing Home at the age of 92. She was born in Syracuse N Y, to G. Arthur and Ethel Smith. She was a switchboard operator at a local Syracuse tv station. She also worked as a Model and was employed at General Electric. The latter part of her life she was a self- employed Portrait Artist. Her lifelong passion was painting & drawing. She enjoyed dancing, reading, swimming, taking walks, playing...

Barbara J. Frederick, 78, of Syracuse, took her final lap and has crossed the finish line peacefully on Sunday, January 26, 2020 at St. Joseph’s Hospital after a short illness.  Born in Mannsville, New York on September 11, 1941, Barbara was a stubborn but caring person who always put others first before herself.  She was an avid NASCAR fan and her favorite driver was Tony Stewart.  She loved her coffee, playing cards, video games and always enjoyed everyone’s...

Robetta J. Featherly, 107, of East Syracuse, passed away peacefully on Monday January 20, 2020 at her home with her family by her side. Born on October 25, 1912, she lived on Molloy Road for 100+ years.  She retired from Terrell’s Potato Chip Company in Syracuse in 1977 enjoying 42 years of retirement.   In the early years of marriage, Robetta and her husband, Harlow D. “Kys” of 69 years, worked hard in farming their land which continued throughout their lives...