All Obituaries

  AUBURN - Francine (O'Connor) Bouley passed away peacefully on April, 30, 2021 surrounded by the warmth of her loving family and the serenity of her lakeside home.    Born on the family farm on Bluefield Road to Paul and Dorothy O'Connor, Francine spent her entire life in the Auburn Area.    She married the love her life, C. Alan Bouley and together they raised six children: Chris Anne Shutter-Moran, Mary Ellen Moochler (Barry), Charles A. Bouley, Jr....

 Gerald ‘ Jerry’ Apone, 92 of Auburn passed away unexpectedly, Friday, April 30th at his residence.    He was born in Italy the son of the late Giuseppe and Rosa ( Crisci) Apone . Gerald was a longtime tool and dye maker, having formerly worked at Sylvania, Welch Allen, Camillus Cutlery, and retired from Ithaca Gun Company.    He is survived by his wife Jennie Apone of Auburn, daughter Jane ( Jim) Wood of Seneca Falls, two grandsons Jimmy ( Danielle)...

Elisabeth "Betty" Shea, 84 of Auburn, passed away peacefully early Friday morning, April 30,2021 at St. Joseph’s Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was a life resident of Auburn, the daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Scott) Rickert. "Betty," as she was affectionately known by her family and friends, worked in her home as a beautician while her children were growing up.  She also worked at The Cayuga County Lab as a...

Thomas J. Smith, 64 of Springport , passed away peacefully Saturday afternoon, April 24,2021 in the comfort of his brother’s home , surrounded by his loving family.    He was born in Auburn, the son of the late James and Marcia ( Eckett) Smith and had been an area life resident. Tom was a very hard worker and lifelong  farmer .  He dedicated his life to his farm and his sons , whom he loved dearly . He will be sadly missed.    He is survived by his...

Nancy Elaine (Granger) Samara, 72 of Auburn, passed away Monday, April 19, 2021 with her family beside her, after a battle with cancer.    Born in Auburn, the daughter of the late Gilbert and Jane (Ward) Granger, Nancy was a graduate of Union Springs High School, class of 1966. She had a love for gardening and was precise with her flower gardens. She worked at Casowasco Conference Center for 18 years, where she was well known for her famous chocolate chip cookies. She worked as a...

Joseph Raymond Theriault, 87, of Auburn passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 11, 2021, at The Commons on Saint Anthony.  ‘Ray’ as he was affectionately known by his family and friends, was born in West Carthage, the son of the late Joseph and Melinda (Malboeuf) Theriault.  Ray was an excellent athlete and excelled in basketball, baseball and football.  He was also an avid golfer and a former NYS Horseshoe Champion.  Ray proudly served in the U.S. Navy...

Fiercely proud of his Italian heritage, his marriage that has marked more than 70 years to his beloved wife Yolanda and their family, his commitment to his Catholic faith and its organizations, Red Diamond Taxi, which he co-founded with his brothers, his expertise and fascination for investing, as well as decades of political and community service, Sam J. DeRosa peacefully passed at his home on Friday, April 9, 2021.  The youngest of four boys, Sam was born on October 16, 1928 to...

Stephen  Samasuck, 66 , of Weedsport, died unexpectedly on Wednesday April 7, 2021.     He joined the US Navy upon graduation of High School and served four years.    Steve is survived by his mother Marie Sokernyk, his significant partner of twenty years Mary, Son Stephen and Danielle, granddaughter Eli, Son Scott with grandchildren Madalyn and Michael, along with several nieces and nephews.  Steve is also survived by his brother Paul and Debbie along...

Jessica L. Enge, 35, of Auburn NY, passed away on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 surrounded by her loving family.   She was born on June 23, 1985, in Auburn, the daughter of Lynette (john) Wilson and Michael (Lisa) Enge. Jessica was a loving and compassionate person who loved to be silly. She had the most beautiful smile that could light up your soul. She enjoyed camping, sitting by the fire with family and friends laughing and telling stories. She loved swimming, hiking, listening to...

Bradley J. Gray, 52 of Syracuse and formerly of Auburn passed away surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, March 31, 2021.    He was born in Auburn, the son of Sylvia (Schmoke) Gray and had been an area life resident. Brad was an Auburn High School graduate, Class of 1988. In his earlier years, Brad worked in the construction industry. He also enjoyed spending time in his workshop designing and building numerous items out of wood and Brad quickly became known as a Master...