All Obituaries

Julia R. (Hunt) Balloni, 96 of Auburn passed away in the comfort of her home, Friday evening, November 25,2022.   She was born in Manlius, NY the daughter of the late Thomas and Grace (French) Hunt and had been an area life resident. Julia retired after more than 20 years of service from the former General Electric Company in Auburn. She enjoyed traveling and taking an occasional trip to just about any casino she could find that wouldn't take her money. Above everything, Julia...

Laverne N. Allwood Jr., 87 of Auburn passed away Thursday, November 24,2022 at The Commons on Saint Anthony.   He was born in Covert, NY, the son of the late Laverne and Emma Rose Allwood Sr. Laverne retired from Hammond & Irving and enjoyed owning a landscaping business in Skaneateles for several years. Laverne was an avid outdoorsman and liked to fish and hunt with his buddies. He enjoyed taking rides, whether it was taking in the beautiful changes of season or watching the always...

Richard A. Oropallo, 79 of Alexandria, VA and formerly of Auburn passed away peacefully, November 16, 2022, in Virginia.   He was born in Auburn, the son of the late Albert and Jean (Tartaglia) Oropallo. Dick resided in New Jersey most of his childhood and graduated from Patterson College with his bachelor's degree in education and received two master's degrees from the University of Miami. He was a US Army veteran, serving our country honorably during the...

Diane H. Hutson, 82 of Auburn passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family, Friday evening, November 11,2022.  She was born in Auburn, the daughter of the late, Lewis and Cecilia ( Poole) Hutson. Diane graduated from Mt. Carmel High School, Class of 1958.  Diane worked for several years as a dancer for the famed NYC Rockettes. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and spending time with her family and friends. She will be sadly missed.  She is...

  Theresa P DeTerlizzi (Nocilly) On November 6, 2022, with her family by her side, Theresa peacefully took her final bow as a member of the Silver Songbirds, to sing the Praises of Glory to God in the Heavenly chorus for Eternity. Theresa's love of singing began at age 4 on the radio, here in Auburn, and never left, being her greatest passion. In addition to her gift of singing, she was a vessel of pure, unconditional love. Theresa is the daughter of Louis and Laura (Giannone)...

Thomas E. Bryant, 76 of Auburn passed away peacefully, Sunday, November 6, 2022, at Auburn Community Hospital. He was a life resident of Auburn, the son of the late Joseph and Imelda (O'Toole) Bryant. Tom retired as a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service after more than 20 years of service and was also a union member of the National Association of Letter Carriers Branch 134 Syracuse, New York.  Tom served our country honorably in the United States Navy and was a...

Laura J. ( Guarino) Sigona, 62 of Auburn passed away peacefully after a brief illness, Sunday November 6,2022 at Auburn Community Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.   She was a life resident of Auburn, the daughter of the late, Vincenzo and Geraldine Guarino. Laura was a graduate from Auburn High School, Class of 1978. Until her recent sickness, Laura was employed by Tops Supermarket in Skaneateles as their Deli Manager.  Laura was very passionate about her family and...

Justin McCarthy, 80 of Auburn passed away unexpectedly at his home on November 5, 2022.   A private graveside service was held with Father Louis Vasile at St. Joseph's Cemetery.

  Francis 'Frank' K. Basile, 83 of Auburn, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his daughter's home, early Saturday morning, November 5,2022.   He was a life resident of Auburn, the son of the late William and Anna ( Petruzzi) Basile. Frank retired after more than 28 years of service, for New Process Gear in Syracuse.  He was a very proud member and veteran of the US National Guard for eight years. Frank was an avid New York Yankees baseball fan and excellent...

Milton A. Testa, 71 of Auburn passed away Thursday, November 3, 2022, at Auburn Community Hospital.   He was a life resident of Auburn, the son of the late Milton B. and Ella P. (Shelton) Testa. 'Milty' as he was known by his family and friends was a West High School graduate, class of 1969.  He worked for New York State Canals and Transportation Corporation for more than 34 years, retiring as an engineer specialist on their tugboats.  He was an avid outdoorsman,...