Mr. Lamar A. Mitchell Sr., 73, passed away peacefully, Thursday, May 26, 2022, at the Colonial Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Rome, NY. Lamar was born in Sandersville, GA, April 25, 1949, a son of the late Arthur Mitchell and Rosa Minerva Collins. His family later moved to Utica, where he was raised and educated. After high school, Lamar attended MVCC, where he received an Associates Degree in Engineering. He was employed at Remington Firearms in Ilion, where he held many different...

Janice C. (Capraro) Felitto, 70, passed away, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by those she loved, after a courageous battle with cancer, on Sunday, May 8, 2022. Janice was born in Utica, NY, February 9, 1952, a daughter of the late Patrick T. and Angela (D’Acunto) Capraro. She was raised in Utica, attended St. Mary of Mt. Carmel School, and was a graduate of St. Francis DeSales High School. On June 14, 1975, Janice was joined in marriage to Anthony J. “Tony”...

Mrs. Anne M. (Perretta) Puleo, 97, passed away, with loved ones by her side, Wednesday, May 4, 2022, in the comfort of her home. Anne was born in Utica, September 23, 1924, a daughter of the late Rocco and Carmela (Abbata) Perretta. She was educated locally, attending T.R. Proctor High School and continued her education at the Utica School of Commerce. On October 21, 1950, Anne married Michael J. Puleo at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel Church. Anne and Michael shared 56 years of marriage filled...

Donald Romanelli, Sr., of St. Petersburg, FL and formerly of Utica, NY, passed away Monday, January 3, 2022, after a long illness. Don was the son of the late Frank “Hottie” Romanelli and Angeline Mariana Romanelli. He grew up and spent most of his life in Utica NY, attending Mary Street Grade School and Proctor High School. He graduated from Syracuse University in 1960, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and a Minor in Painting. Don served his country, as a member...

 Michael S. Stewart, Jr., 78, of Utica, passed away April 13, 2022, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.  Michael was born November 2, 1943, a son of the late Michael and Josephine (DePaul) Stewart. He grew up and spent his life in Utica, attending St. Joseph’s Elementary and Middle School and began High School at UCA, until 11th grade, when it became Notre Dame High School. He was a member of the first graduating class in 1961.  Michael met the love of...

Harold “Gene” Haggerty, 72, passed away with his loved ones by his side, Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at the St. Elizabeth Campus of MVHS. Gene was born in Utica, October 31, 1949, a son of the late Harold T. and Lucy (Albano) Haggerty. He was educated in local schools and a graduate of Utica Free Academy. He later attended Hudson Valley Community College, majoring in auto mechanics, and received an Associate’s Degree in Automotive Technology. He worked as an auto mechanic,...

Dennis Burdick, 63, passed away peacefully, at home, April 5, 2022, with his loving family by his side. Dennis was born in Utica, NY, October 6, 1958, a son of Roger and Anna (Speciale) Burdick. He was raised and educated in local schools and attended MVCC. Dennis was employed with Upstate Cerebral Palsy for the last 28 years. On October 11, 1980, Dennis married Helen "Chris" Nimmo and they have shared a blessed union of more than 41 years. He was a member of the 315 Street...

Robert S. Williamson Jr., 72,  passed away, at his home, with his loving family by his side, Friday, April 1, 2022. Robert was born in Utica, November 5, 1949, a son of the late Robert S. Sr. and Florence (Kimball) Williamson. He was raised in Oriskany Falls and attended VVS schools. He proudly served in the US Army, as a SGT, where he served two tours in the Vietnam War. He received several medals, including the Bronze Star and the Vietnam Campaign medal. Robert was joined in...

Mrs. Ann (Villelo) Trozzi, 95, passed away at home, with her loving family by her side, Thursday, March 24, 2022. Ann was born in Utica, NY, September 28, 1926, a daughter of the late Salvatore and Grace (Fiore) Villelo. She graduated T.R. Proctor High School in 1944. On June 4, 1949, Ann married Arthur Trozzi Sr. in St. Mary of Mt. Carmel Church. The couple shared a loving and devoted marriage for over 59 years. Ann was a lifelong communicant of St. Mary of Mt. Carmel Church, a member of...

Francis J. Kiernan, 85, passed away with his loving family by his side, Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at St. Elizabeth Medical Center of MVHS. Fran was born in Watertown, NY, October 9, 1936, a son of the late Francis and Emma (Dunn) Kiernan. He was raised and educated in Utica and a 1955 graduate of TR Proctor High School, where he was a three star athlete, excelling in football, basketball and baseball. Fran always remained a very loyal supporter of the Proctor Panthers. An avid golfer, he...