Philip Paul Torraco, 92, passed away peacefully, with loving family by his side, Sunday, May 21, 2023, in the Hickory House at Sitrin Healthcare. Philip was born in Utica, September 8, 1930, son of the late Filippo and Marianna (Perritano) Torraco.  He was educated in local schools and a graduate of TR Proctor High School. Following high school, Philip served in the USMC, at the end of WWII, in the South Pacific. On December 10, 1966, in Bernalda, Italy, Phil was joined in marriage to...

Nicholas “Nicky Nervous” Cavalier, a humble man with humble beginnings, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2023.He was born in Utica on May 26, 1940, the son of Nicholas and Frances (Vivacci) Cavalier. He was educated in local schools. On March 25, 1965, Nick was joined in marriage to the former Mary Ann Rolchigo, they shared over forty loving years of marriage, until her untimely passing on, January 1, 2006.In his earlier years, Nick owned and operated M & C Junk ‘N’ Gems Swap...

Mrs. Erminia “Amelia” Guido, 93, passed away peacefully, with loving family by her side, Sunday, May 14, 2023. Born in Utica, January 6, 1930, Amelia was the daughter of the late Fiorentino “Fred” and Giulia Testa. She attended local schools, was a graduate of TR Proctor High School, and studied data processing at MVCC. Amelia worked as an office organizer and bookkeeper at Utica Casket Co., for over twenty years, and later at RCIL, for many years, until her...

Kathleen Ann Goff, 75, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at the MVHS. Katie was born in Utica, May 31, 1947, a daughter of the late William and Julia (Pinto) Monaco. She was a retired bus monitor for the Utica School System. Katie is survived by her son and his partner, Michael Goff and Michael Riccardi; her adopted family, Blanche “Cookie” Riccardi and family; her cousin, who was like a sister, Rosetta LaPaglia and family; and special friend for 60 years, Rose...

Brian Christopher Wood, 50, passed away, in the comfort of his own home, Tuesday, March 28, 2023. Brian was born in Utica, NY, March 9, 1973, a son of Maria DeCola and the late John “Jack” Wood. He was raised and educated locally in Whitesboro by his mother, Maria and stepfather, Michael Babula , and graduated from Notre Dame High School. After graduation, Brian furthered his education at St. Lawrence University, where he played football, and went on to attend SUNY Brockport,...

Paul Joseph Reilly, 44, passed away, at Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare of the MVHS, April 6, 2023. Paul was born in New Hartford, October 15, 1978, a son of Stephen and Minnie (Tanoory) Reilly. He was raised and educated locally and a graduate of T.R. Proctor High School in 1998. Paul worked at the Oneida County Building in the maintenance department for ten years. On September 6, 2008, he was joined in marriage to the former Brandi Torraco. Although Paul spent many years of his life...

Mrs. Lillian “Lil” (Mondi) Bossone, 94, passed away peacefully, with her devoted family by her side, Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the St. Luke’s Campus of MVHS. Lillian was born in Utica, January 24, 1929, a daughter of the late Dominick and Celesta “Esther” (Primarolo) Mondi. She was educated in local schools and a graduate of T.R. Proctor High School. At one time, Lillian was employed as a secretary at Rumsey’s Distributors in Utica.  On September...

  Mrs. Theresa M. (Paoni) Altieri, 90, passed away with her loving family by her side, after a brief illness, Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at St. Joseph Hospital, in Tampa, FL. She had been visiting her family, where they celebrated her 90th birthday. Theresa was born in Herkimer, NY, March 6, 1933, a daughter of the late Pietro and Esterina “Stella” (Scalise) Paoni. She was raised and educated in Herkimer and attended local schools. On November 24, 1955, Theresa was joined...

Utica, NY: Arcadio Soto-Torres, 65, passed away, in St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Tuesday, March 28, 2023. Arcadio was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, August 19, 1957, a son of Arcadio Soto and Antonia Torres. He was joined in marriage to his beloved wife, Mercedes Garcia, with whom he shared over 44 loving years of marriage. Family was the most important thing to Arcadio. He was a hard working man and husband, who went above and beyond to provide for his family. He loved his grandchildren...

Richard A. Cavoli, 70, passed away unexpectedly, on March 25, 2023, with his family by his side. Richard was born in Utica, May, 23, 1952, a son of the late Emilio and Marion (Goff) Cavoli. He was raised in Utica and attended local schools. Upon graduation, Richard entered the United States Army; and later became a carpenter by trade. Richard was joined in marriage to Diana Shook, July 14, 1975, with whom he shared over 47 loving years of marriage. He worked for the Oneida County DPW,...