All Obituaries

CLAY | Joseph J. Tomchik, 68, of Clay, N.Y., passed away peacefully Thursday afternoon, Nov. 7, 2019, at Crouse Hospital in Syracuse with his loving family at his side. He was born in Trenton, N.J., the son of the late Joseph and Mary (Dzurkoc) Tomchik and had resided in the Syracuse area for the past 35 years. He graduated from St. Anthony’s High School, class of 1969 and later from the Trenton Technical Institute. Joe spent many years as the regional sales manager for Crest...

Jimmy Kirch was passionate about his dogs, skydiving, skiing, and fishing at the French River. AUBURN | On Oct. 30, 2019, James Kenney Kirch Jr. lost his battle against a second cancer. His five siblings feel a great sadness, and remember him with the greatest love and respect for a life lived fully and courageously. He was the oldest of six and set an example of personal integrity and the highest moral standards for all his brothers and sisters. Born in Buffalo, N.Y. on May 16, 1948 to...

AUBURN | James A. Scala Jr., 41, of Hamilton Avenue, Auburn, passed away unexpectedly early Monday morning, Oct. 28, 2019, at Auburn Community Hospital. He was born in Plattsburgh, N.Y., the son of James A. Scala Sr. and Valerie DeMaio and had been an area resident for most of his life. Jim was an Auburn High School graduate, class of 1997. He was currently employed by AT&T in the sales department. Jim enjoyed watching just about any sporting event. He especially loved the New York...

William A. “Billy” Kufs, 81, of 44 Kearney Ave. in Auburn, NY died Thursday, October 24, 2019, in Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse, NY after complications from a long battle with Type 2 Diabetes. His best friend and son Jason was holding him and singing his favorite songs “We’ll Meet Again” and “Let the Rest of the World Go By” softly to him when he passed.  In addition to Jason, Billy is survived by his daughter-in-law who he loved like...

 Francis E. ‘ Cheech ‘ Pettigrass,  89 of Hamilton Ave.,  Auburn passed away peacefully Saturday October 19,2019 at the Crest Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Fairport.  He was a life resident of  Auburn the son of the late Nicholas and Michelena Pettigrass . ‘ Cheech’ as he was affectionately known by his family and friends was a  veteran during the Korean War having served our country honorably in the Army. He received several...

Theresa F. ( Manzone) Goodrich, 83 of Auburn passed away peacefully Thursday October 17,2019 at Auburn Community Hospital. She was a life resident of Auburn, the daughter of the late Alfonso and Antonia Lentini Manzone . Theresa attended school at St. Aloysius and graduated from Mt. Carmel. Prior to her retirement, Theresa had been employed for more than 15 years by the Auburn Nursing Home. She is survived by her loving children, son Richard ( Margaret) Goodrich Jr. of New Port Richey, FL.,...

AUBURN | Raymond J. Riley, 87, of Auburn, passed away peacefully Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, at The Veterans Medical Center in Syracuse. He was born in Auburn, the son of the late George and Mildred Close Riley and had been a life resident. Ray was a veteran of three branches of service during his 17 year career in the military. He served honorably in the Army, Air Force, and Navy during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Ray was a former member of the V.F.W, Vietnam Veterans of America, and the...

AUBURN | Donna L. (Skinkle) Pedley, 68, of Auburn, passed away at her home early Monday morning, Oct. 7, 2019. She was the eldest daughter of the late Donald and Beverly Bailey Skinkle. Her final wish to go home was fulfilled by her family after a courageous battle with cancer. Donna spent her early childhood in Skaneateles, N.Y., where she fell in love with animals at an early age and raised her horse, Troopador amongst many other animals. Donna graduated from Central High School and...

AUBURN | Ranee M. DeCann, 43, of Syracuse and Auburn, passed away Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, at SUNY Upstate Hospital in Syracuse, with her loving family at her side. She was born in Auburn, the daughter of Carol Shutter and the late John Humennyj. Ranee was an Auburn High School graduate, class of 1994. She continued her studies at Cayuga Community College and Argosy University. She previously had been employed for several years at Downtown Deli in Auburn. She was a very dedicated mother and...

AUBURN | Joyce Ann Behm, 81, of Auburn, passed away Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, at Upstate Hospital in Syracuse. She was born in Savannah, N.Y., the daughter of the late John and Hazel Joslyn Behm. Before retiring, Joyce worked for many years as an inspector for Parker Hannifin Corp in Clyde. Joyce was an avid sports fan, who also enjoyed watching many different sports on television. She was especially fond of the Auburn Doubledays and New York Yankees baseball teams. She is survived by her...