All Obituaries

Joshua R. MacPherson, 26, of Constantia, passed peacefully on Saturday, May 30, 2020. Joshua graduated from Paul V. Moore School, class of 2011. He was an animal lover, avid video gamer, and had a love for all outdoor sports. He had a giving spirit and compassionate nature. Josh will be missed immensly. Josh is predeceased by his grandfather Lynn Wood and grandmother Ruth MacPherson. He is survived by his parents John J. MacPherson and Angela E. MacPherson; brother John J. (Elissa)...

On Monday May 25th Tyla Denise Yates passed away unexpectedly at the age of 46. She was loved by all who knew her, especially her family, including family she chose for herself. She is survived by her children, Breanna (Alex) Jarvis, and Michael Yates; her grandson Jameson Jarvis, who was the light of her life; her husband Scott Yates, from whom she had separated in recent years but still counted as family; George Zehr, with whom she had found new love in recent years, and his sons Caylon...

Cherie Spara, 60, of Central Square passed away on May 24, 2020. She was born in Syracuse on July 8, 1957 to the late James D. and the late Ella S. (Lalone) Spara. She was preceded in death by her sister, Janice Misco and her beloved pets. Cherie graduated from Cicero-North Syracuse High School. She attended Oswego State and also received an Associates Degree in Photography from OCC. Cherie enjoyed Photography, making jewelry, and anything artistic. Cherie is survived by her sister, Gina...

Lawrence "Larry" A. Perkins, 65, of Hastings, NY died on May 22, 2020 at home. He was born on January 7, 1955 in Syracuse, NY to Chester and Mary (Strout) Perkins. In his early life, he managed multiple grocery stores and more recently, was a car salesman. Larry enjoyed taking trips to Maine to visit family, classic cars, motorcycles, classic rock, " he preferred the sounds of records over cds", playing poker and nostalgic trivia, and spending Tuesday nights in the...

Almost nine years after suffering a major stroke, James P. Knipp found peace and freedom from his body’s limitations on May 19, 2020. He joins his parents, Gerald and Audrey Knipp, his sister Linda Carol Knipp, brother Dean Richard Knipp, and his beloved brother in law Howard Crooks. Born in Jersey City, New Jersey in his grandmother’s house, he lived in various locations in Connecticut and New York before settling in Central Square. James was an avid walleye fisherman and a...

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James I Greenwood, II, 38, of West Monroe, passed away unexpectedly on April 15, 2020. James is predeceased by his sister Sara Greenwood who passed away in September of 1982 and his grandmother Marie Greenwood in 2008. He is survived by his father James I Greenwood; brother Seth Sammet; uncle Charles Greenwood; great uncle James Nolan; and aunt Deb Greenwood. A Private Graveside Service will be held for family only in West Monroe Cemetery. 

June M McDonald, 78, of Constantia passed away on May 10, 2020 in her home. She was born on October 5, 1941 in Blooming Grove, NY to the late Leroy and Mary (Hall) Goble. She was preceded in death by her husband, John McDonald and daughter Sarah Hughes. June enjoyed collecting coins, crocheting, plastic canvas, needlepoint and multiple other crafting hobbies. She was a lover of anything elephant and owl; but most of all, she ALWAYS put the love of her family first. She is...

Louanne Antil, 78, of Cicero, passed away on May 9, 2020 at her home. She was born in Syracuse to the late Frederick and the late Louise (Hollister) Smith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul and grandson Christopher. Louanne enjoyed, gardening, home projects, talk radio and spending time with her family. Louanne is survived by her children, Douglas Turtura, Sharon Cameron, and Greg (Stacey) Turtura, several grandchildren and great grandchildren and siblings. A Visitation will...

Beth Schultz , 83, of Bernhards Bay, NY , passed away on May 8, 2020. She was born on September 4, 1936 in Lowville, NY to the late Ronald and the late Faith (Martin) Burnham. Beth was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, John J. Schultz in 2016. Beth loved her family with all her heart. She enjoyed music and nature. She always had an open ear and heart for anyone that had the pleasure of meeting her. Beth is survived by her daughter, Catherine A. Schultz; son, Jay (Paula)...