After a long and fiercely fought battle with various health issues, Guy J. Sheridan, 46, passed away peacefully, in the comfort of his own home, Thursday, May 28, 2026. Guy, who was affectionately referred to by his family as “Gui”, was born in Utica, August 25, 1979, the son of Guy and Marilyn (Stoio) Sheridan. He was raised and educated locally and a 1997 graduate of New Hartford High School. On February 26, 1999, Guy was joined in marriage to the former Alison Griffith, with ...

Mary Ann (Hobaica) Giruzzi, 86, passed away peacefully, with loving family by her side on Monday, May 25, 2026, at the St. Luke’s Home of MVHS. Mary Ann was born in Utica, May 22, 1940, a daughter of the late Moses G. and Helen (George) Hobaica. She was educated at Roscoe Conkling School and a graduate of T.R. Proctor High School. On November 5, 1960, Mary Ann was joined in marriage to the love of her life, Rocco F. Giruzzi, Jr. They shared almost sixty loving years of marriage. ...

Ryan Paul Williamson, passed away peacefully, in the comfort of his home on May 19, 2026. His final few weeks were spent surrounded by loved ones. Ryan was born in Constableville, NY November 24th, 1960, to Doris and Gilbert Williamson. Ryan was cherished by those he held close; you could never leave his house without a “Love you, BYE,” and I’m pretty sure we all stand by the fact that if Ryan couldn’t fix something, nobody could. He was never one to hoard his ...

Mr. Terrence V. Lipinski, 73, passed away peacefully, May 18, 2026, with his loving family by his side, at the Wynn Hospital in Utica. Terrence was born in Utica, May 15, 1953, a son of the late Joseph and Marcella (Dutkiewicz) Lipinski. He was raised and educated locally and a 1971 graduate of UFA. As a man who always had a passion for music, he went on to attend Berklee College of Music, in Boston, where he received his bachelor’s degree. On April 22, 1978, Terrence was joined in ...

On Wednesday, May, 13, 2026, we lost a very special person, Thalea (Conte) Hunter, 70, passed away at the Wynn Hospital with her loving family by her side. Thalea was born in Utica, November 2, 1955, the second oldest of six children to the late Thomas and Rose (Truglio) Conte. She was educated in local schools, a 1974 graduate of T.R. Proctor High School, and later attended MVCC, graduating in 1986. Thalea worked with her cousins, the Crash Brother’s at their scrap yard for over ...

Roger Emil Cavallo – born to the late Ruggiero and Mary Cavallo in Somerville, Mass., on October 24, 1944 – concluded his earthly life on May 5, 2026, with his wife, Colleen, by his side, as she was throughout their 51 years of marriage. Mourning his loss are Colleen and their five children, Lydia, Ruggiero II (Giro), Giancarlo (Carlo), Maria Corrina, and Cristiana. Roger was father-in-law to Jay Zasa (Lydia’s husband), Wen (Giro’s wife), and Jon Lehrer ...

Mrs. Elizabeth “Betty” (Skermont) Lupini, 79, of Winter Haven, FL and Woodgate, NY, went to join her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Sunday, February 15, 2026, in Winter Haven. Betty was born in Utica, August 28, 1946, a daughter of the late John and Amanda (Dellers) Skermont. She attended local schools, graduated from Utica Free Academy, and later attended several college courses. On January 7, 1966, Betty was joined in marriage to Max Lupini and together they raised their ...

Our beloved mother, Domenica “Mamie” (Speciale) Mazzatti, 93, a lifelong Utican, passed away, at home in Albany, May 2, 2026, with her loving family gathered by her side. Mamie was born in Utica, October 2, 1932, a daughter of the late Philip and Anna (Sciortino) Speciale. Mamie graduated from T.R. Proctor High School, class of 1950. Married six years later, she soon began a family with her late husband, Thomas. Mamie also worked as a bookkeeper for several local companies ...

Daniel J Rodahan Jr. led a much to be admired courageous and incredibly well-lived independent life. Dan was born in the Amsterdam New York area in 1954 and notwithstanding significant physical challenges and health issues was an honored Social Security Administration representative for over 37 years, where he received numerous awards and accolades, always ready and able to help people negotiate our not so simple social security system. Dan was an active Mason who joined the St Andrews ...

Diann Rocco Gorea, an extraordinary woman, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family, Thursday, April 23, 2026, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Diann was born in Utica, NY on August 30, 1960, a daughter of Joseph G. Rocco Jr. and the late Rita (Inserra) Rocco. She was educated in local schools and a graduate of T.R. Proctor High School. Diann worked for many years as a nail technician, in Syracuse, until returning to Utica. In 1987, she met and was ...