All Obituaries

Dean Hyatt passed away quietly at home after a long illness. He was 87. Dean was the son of Paul and Mildred Hyatt. He attended Otego High School and Hartwick College. He is survived by his wife Judy, daughters Wendy (Robert) and Brenda, son Craig (Jane), brother Gordon (Norma), brother-in-law Harvey (Mary), grandchildren Chris (Haley), Erin, Kyle, and Cameron, and six great-grandchildren. Dean was a proud retired Teamster, an avid golfer and sports fan, a good neighbor, and a great friend....

Susan “Sue” Irene Dashnaw, 74, left this world to be with her heavenly father on December 1 st , 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Sue was born to the late Francis and Thelma Mariea in Syracuse, New York. She was one of four girls, and she grew up in Hammond New York. She married the love of her life Ronald Dashnaw on June 27 th , 1978, and lived in Syracuse where she raised her two daughters, Carol and Tammy Sweeting. Sue had a larger-than-life personality and was always...

Joseph, M. Maloof, 73, passed away unexpectedly on November 29, 2023 at his home in Pennellville, NY. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 5, from 1:00PM to 3:00PM at Traub Funeral Home in Central Square. Joseph was born in Tully, NY on September 5, 1950 to the late Joseph and Grace Gray.. He and worked as a Yard Foreman at Comstock Michigan Fruit in Red Creek, NY. He and Laurie both enjoyed their jobs at the factory before it’s closing in the early 2000’s.  Joe...

David R. Wheatley, 85, of Central Square, New York, passed quietly into the care of his recently found Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, on Thursday, November 23, 2023. Dave was a proud employee of the Bristol-Meyers Company for 35 years. Upon retirement, Dave enjoyed pursuing new hobbies and devoting more time to his old ones. He spent countless hours outside on his farm: cutting wood to heat his home; hunting; skiing; and maintaining his land, all tasks which he thoroughly...

Donna L. Senke, 78, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at the Francis House. At this time, there will be no public services. Arrangements are entrusted to Traub Funeral Home in Bridgeport, NY where memories and words of comfort can be shared at www.traubfh.com.   Donna was born in Syracuse on April 30, 1945 to the late Fred and Marion Seeger. She and her late husband James Senke were residents of Lakeport, NY for over 40 years   Surviving Donna is her son; Bob (Deanna)...

Barbara Van Dyke, 85, of Central Square passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. She was born in Syracuse on March 29, 1938, graduated from Vocational High School in Syracuse and lived most of her life in the Phoenix area. In her youth, she enjoyed playing sports and the kids would call her "Toughy". She worked as an accomplished seamstress. A craft she passed on to her daughters for which they are grateful. She worked for Cortini’s Shoes in Fulton and then...

Jody M. Robinson, 41, of Oswego passed away unexpectedly on November 17, 2023 at his home. At this time, there are no public services. Jody will be laid to rest in the spring at Hillside Cemetery in the family plot. He was born with the bluest eyes, on October 18, 1982 in Freeport, Texas to David Robinson and Lorraine Robinson. He was free spirited through and through. Known to be an “alcohol connoisseur” he hosted legendary parties, most notably “Mom’s Birthday...

Kenneth (Kenny) W. Veley, age 66, of Central Square, NY passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023, in the comfort of his home. Kenny was born in Syracuse, NY on Tuesday, September 17, 1957; son of late Richard and Betty (Crosby) Veley. Kenny graduated from North Syracuse High School in 1976. Kenny married Wendy J. Runge on Saturday, September 2, 1978, in Clay, NY.  Kenny is survived by his wife of 45 years, Wendy Veley, son, Andrew (Sara) Veley of Central Square, NY, daughter, Amy...

Samuel S. Heer, 83 of Central Square, New York died Saturday, November 4, 2023 at The Grand Nursing and Healthcare Center in Chittenango, New York. He was born in Palermo, New York son of the late Paul and Fern Barnes Heer. Samuel retired from the Town of Palermo following 31 years of service as a Heavy Equipment Operator.  He was actively involved in local auto racing and enjoyed fishing. Mr. Heer is survived by his wife the former Lynda J. Anderson; sons, Scott and Samuel A....

Arlene Schoenfelder, 90 of Bridgeport New York peacefully passed away on November 4, 2023, following a long illness.  Arlene was born in Syracuse, New York on October 2, 1933.  Arlene was a loving mother to four daughters and will be dearly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing and loving her.  Arlene is survived by three daughhters, Francine (Tim) Schoenfelder of Largo, Florida, Donna Schoenfelder of Liverpool, New York and Tracy (Steve) Santimaw of East Syracuse,...