Richard J. Pritchard Sr., 82, passed away with his loving wife by his side, Sunday, November 21, 2021, at his home. Dick was born in Herkimer, February 22, 1939, a son of the late John and Angelina (Wolney) Pritchard. He was educated in Poland schools. Dick served in the US Marine Corp from 1956 to 1959, stationed in Lebanon, Spain, and Italy. On June 8, 1968, he was married to the former Drinda Delaney. They devoted themselves to each other and their family for over fifty-three years. Dick...

Robert “Robbie” Tantillo, 55, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, November 21, 2021. Robert was born, May 28, 1966, the oldest of four sons, to Raymond G. Tantillo Sr. and the late Maureen B. (Jones) Tantillo. He was raised and educated in Utica, attended Seymour Elementary, and graduated from T.R. Proctor High School. Robbie attended BOCES for Culinary Arts, before attending Herkimer County Community College, where he studied Digital Communication and Media. Being a DJ, on the...

Luigi “Gino” Maggio, 76, passed away, with his loved ones by his side, Sunday, November 21, 2021. Gino was born in Seminara, Province of Reggio Calabria, Italy, February 27, 1945, a son of the late Frank and Giovanna “Jennie” (Luvera) Maggio. The family immigrated to Canada, when he was a young boy, and he was educated in Canadian schools. As a young man, Gino came to Utica to live and work with his relatives, the Luvera and Giruzzi families. He eventually became a...

Josephine Marie (Schiavone) Cangello, 92, passed away, with the love of her family in her heart, Friday, November 19, 2021, at the Lutheran Home, in Clinton. Josephine was born in Utica on Mohawk St, November 5, 1929. She was the daughter of the late Guy George and Anna Marie (Grippe) Schiavone. She was educated locally, where she attended grade school at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel and graduated TR Proctor High School. Josephine married Angelo Cangello in 1949, a union which produced three...

Elizabeth Anne “Liz” (Roberts) Scalise, 81, passed away peacefully, with the love of her family in her heart, and by her side, Saturday, November 13, 2021. Elizabeth was born in Rome, NY on July 28, 1940, a daughter of the late Francis and Ivy (Townsend) Roberts. She was raised and educated in Utica, attended St. Agnes Catholic School, and was a graduate of Utica Catholic Academy. On July 8, 1961, Elizabeth was joined in marriage to the love of her life, Anthony M....

Mrs. Michelle (Payne) Ward Nolan, 52, passed away with her loved ones by her side, after a courageous battle with cancer, Wednesday, November 10, 2021. Michelle was born in New Hartford, October 17, 1969, the youngest of four children to Robert A. and Joan (Stadt) Payne. She was raised and educated in North Utica and a graduate of Notre Dame High School. Following high school, she attended SUNY at Utica/Rome, where she received a Bachelor’s Degree in Professional Studies and Business...

Mrs. Josephine (Oliva) Pantaleo, 100, passed away, with her loved ones by her side, Monday, November 8, 2021, at the St. Luke’s Home. Josephine was born in Utica, June 18, 1921, a daughter of the late Frank and Colette (Indino) Oliva. She was educated in local schools and a graduate of TR Proctor High School. Josephine shared many loving years of marriage with her husband, Vito Pantaleo, who predeceased her in 1959. For many years, Josephine was a saleslady, in the record...

Mrs. Angeline J. Martin, 95, passed away, with the love of her family in her heart, on Monday, November 1, 2021. Angeline was born in Utica, June 9, 1926, a daughter of the late Frank and Maria (Fortuna) Saldarelli. She was educated in local schools, attending TR Proctor High School. On April 17, 1945, Angeline was joined in marriage to Frederick D. “Fred” Martin. The couple shared a loving marriage of over fifty-eight years, living and raising their family in Oriskany. Her...

Mrs. Donna M. Attili, 72, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, October 20, 2021, with her loved ones by her side, at Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare. Donna was born in Utica, March 15, 1949, a daughter of the late Frank A. and Antoinette “Teek” (Era) Nicoletta. She was educated in local schools and a graduate of T.R. Proctor High School. Following high school, Donna attended Rosary Hill College, where she earned her teacher’s degree in education. On May 27, 1973, Donna...

John Douglas “Jackie” Roberts, 84, went home to the Lord, October 17, 2021. His passing was at the Presbyterian Home of CNY. Jackie was born in Utica, March 29, 1937, a son of the late Charles and Rosemond (O’Brian) Roberts. He was educated at St. Francis DeSales School.  He worked for many years on the grounds of Calvary Cemetery and later at several local churches and in the maintenance department of St. Elizabeth Medical Center, from where he retired after many...