All Obituaries

Jack Matson, 63, of Skaneateles passed away in the early morning of October 16, 2021. He was a man of integrity and grit who loved his family fiercely.      He was born in Poughkeepsie, NY, spent his childhood in Norwalk, CT, and moved to Skaneateles, NY in 1972.  Jack was a member of the Skaneateles High School class of 1975. He received his undergraduate degree from SUNY Brockport and went on to earn his MBA from Michigan State University. Jack was employed by...

John F. Jarvis, 71, of Auburn passed away peacefully at home the morning of Saturday, October 16, 2021. John’s devoted family supported and cared for him throughout his lengthy battle with Alzheimer's Disease and were by his side in his final moments. John, the son of the late Ned and Helen (Piorun) Jarvis, was a lifelong resident of Auburn. Following his graduation from West High School, John attended R.I.T. where he earned a degree in Engineering. This degree led him to a...

Frank A. DeRosa, born February 9, 1921, the son of the late, Lucas DeRosa and Anna Martellaro DeRosa, peacefully passed, on Saturday, October 9th,2021, with his loving family by his side, at the age of, one hundred years old. His parents, immigrated from, Italy, and settled in Auburn, New York with hopes of achieving the American Dream, and during The Great Depression, it became necessary for him to go to work at The Columbia Rope Company, to help support the family. At the age of...

Rita Verdibello, 95, of Auburn, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 6,2021. She was born in Clyde NY, the daughter of the late Nicholas M and Caroline DiSanto. Rita was a communicant if St. Alphonsus church. Rita retired from General Electric Company. Rita's most favorite and cherished times were those spent with her family. Whether she was preparing meals for one or 20 and baking everything from wonderful birthday cakes to Italian cookies she always had an open door for all...

  Leonard "Leon" Miller Jan. 31, 1976 - Oct. 4, 2021 AUBURN - Leonard "Leon" Miller, 45, of Auburn passed away unexpectedly, Monday October 4, 2021. He was too soon gone. Leon was born in Motootua, Samoa on January 31, 1976. He came to live in the United States in 1999 where he resided until his passing. He was known for his infectious, unmistakable laugh, his unwavered and phenomenal loyalty to his job, and a musical talent to which many have never seen or...

Everett Ray Swagler, 94 of Endicott, passed away peacefully at home September 29,2021 , surrounded by his loving family.    He was born  and resided  most of his life in the Endicott, and Endwell areas , the son of the late James L.  and  Ida ( Cornell) Swagler. Everett was a US  Marine during World War II, serving our country honorably.  He retired in 1982 after more than 41 years of service  as an engineer for IBM.  Everett was an avid...

The world lost an angel on Monday 9/27/2021. Mollie Anne Pelton, 26 years young- no longer suffering.    Mollie had so much love for everyone around her, but somehow failed at loving herself. She was a teacher aide at Auburn School District and BOCES because she LOVED to care for kids with special needs, including her little sister. While she graduated from Weedsport, Mollie also attended School in Auburn and Jordan Elbridge. Her sisters, Allison Pelton and Shannon...

Lorraine (Eppler) Hawk, 84 of Syracuse passed away September 23, 2021 at Northwoods Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Moravia.   She was born in Syracuse the daughter of the late Frederick and Martha Eppler and resided in the area most of her life. She worked in her earlier years at the former Interstate Motor Freight Trucking Company.   A burial was held Friday, October 1, 2021 in Assumption Cemetery in Syracuse, where she was laid to rest near her father Frederick's...

Marie ( Gargiul) Clark, 63 of Auburn passed away unexpectedly, Monday September 20,2021 at her home.   She was a life resident of Auburn, the daughter of the late Joseph and Bella ( DeLuca) Gargiul.  Marie graduated from Auburn High School and received her Bachelor’s degree from LeMoyne College. She worked for several years at the former BCS Access Systems until their departure from the area. Marie enjoyed working with crafts, especially crocheting and needle point. She...

Jack was a man of indomitable spirit and an adventurer with a zest for life second to none. Whether working on a project, working in his business, or hard at play, he made sure he enjoyed every day to its fullest. His boundless love of life, astounding memory and irresistible personality gave him the larger-than-life persona we will all remember. Jack loved the outdoors. He loved physical activity, and in 1997 found the perfect partner-in-life with Sue Kahler, whom Jack lovingly called...