All Obituaries

Jeffrey A. Boots, 59, of Constantia finished his courageous battle with cancer at home on Saturday with his loving family by his side. Son of the late Ralph and Pearl Boots, Jeff was a cabinet maker for most of his life but recently loved his job as a Black Jack dealer for Turning Stone.  He loved golfing, trips with his wife Penny to casinos and spending time with his kids and grand kids.  Jeff also was a very active member of the Sons of the American Legion, in Cleveland,...

Anthony R. Doherty, 80, of Palermo, NY passed away on Jan 17, 2020.  He was born July 14, 1939 in Lewiston, ME and lived in Berlin, NH until 3 years old.  The family moved to Boston in 1942 and this is where Anthony made his home until 2012.  He was the beloved son of the late Mary R. Doherty of Boston, MA.   During his life, Tony’s passion was directed toward his Catholic faith, writing and poetry as well as outdoor adventures...

Thomas "Tom" Scullard, 85, of Bridgeport, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, Jan 14, 2020. Tom was born in Eau Claire, WI.  He served in the US Air Force from 1953 - 1957.  Following that, he attended Syracuse University where he graduated in 1961. He then had a long career at SUNY Upstate  Medical University. Tom was an avid fisherman, hunter, photographer and Syracuse University sports fan. He loved golden retrievers...

Evelyn Ruth Maki, aged 97, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 14th and went to her Heavenly home to be with her Savior Jesus, and her Husband the Reverend Ernest Jeremiah Maki, who predeceased her in 2002. Evelyn was also predeceased by her daughter Lori Ann Irene Maki, her parents James and Eva Molberg, sisters Audrey, Dorothy, Helen and brothers George, William and Robert and dear daughter-in-law Judith Maki.  She is survived by sons Calvin (Ann) Maki of Boca Raton, FL,...

Laura "Vicky" Brown, 82, of Bernhards Bay, NY.  Born January 25th 1937 she passed on January 11th 2020, to reunite with her late husband of 61 years,  David who pre-deceased her in 2016. Laura and David raised 5 children;  Deborah (Chuck) Reichel, Dava (Ned) Dusharm, Donna (Harold) Horning, David E. Brown, and Kim (Joe) Scofield. Blessed by 11 grand children, and 4 great grand children.  Survived by 2 sisters; Joyce Kinney...

William "Bill" Skay, 85, of Syracuse, passed peacefully on Friday at Brookdale Senior Living in Fayetteville. Bill served in the US Army from 5/10/1957 to 5/4/1959. He met and married Margaret "Peggy" Owens and started his career with Peggy's parents at Mulhauser Florist in Nedrow. Bill then went on to work for City of Syracuse Green House followed by  the City of Syracuse Parks and Recreation where he retired as Foreman. He also enjoyed working at the War...

Robert G. Sherman, 75, of Constantia, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2020. Calling Hours will be held on Monday, 1-3 pm, at Traub Funeral Home, Inc., Central Square. Please visit www.traubfh.com for Online Guest Book.

Susan "Sue" O'Neil, 56, of Hastings, passed peacefully at home on Saturday, with loving family by her side. Sue is predeceased by her brother Steven Flower. She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Ronald O'Neil; son D. Steven O'Neil; parents Nancy and Donald Flower; brother Scott Flower; granddaughter Kaylee O'Neil; and devoted pets Casey and Matoo. Per Sue's wishes there will be no services.

A.C. Bowman, 50 of Phoenix, New York, passed away on Thursday January 2nd, 2020 with his wife and son by his side. A loving father, husband, uncle, brother, and friend, he was always there for everyone. He passed due to a battle with Glioblastoma brain cancer that he fought a tough battle against since March 2018. A.C. was born in Taunton, Massachusetts to the late A.C. Bowman and Nancy Chesbro. He worked as a truck driver for McLane’s before transitioning to a car salesman...

Donald Martin Jr, born on May 13, 1977 passed away unexpectedly at home on January 2, 2020.  He was predeceased by his grandparents Blanche and Howard Martin. He is survived by his parents Robin and Donald Martin Sr, his sister Amy Martin Savage, children Dustin Baker, Kaitlyn Baker and Donuvin Martin, his grandson Jayce Baker and niece Serena Bardin.  Don enjoyed snowmobiling, fishing and working on vehicles and tinkering in his garage.  He also frequented the...