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Marie V. Nardozza, 85, of Rome passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 27, 2023 in her home with family by her side. Marie was born May 6, 1938 in Utica, the daughter of Louis and Palma Viviani. She began her career at Griffiss Air Force Base and took a pause to raise her children. She re-entered the workforce in 1975 as a secretary for the Rome City School District until the year 2000. She retired with 25 years of service to help raise her middle grandchild. Marie treasured her family and close friends. She welcomed everyone into her circle with open arms and once you were there, you were family. She was fiercely loyal. Marie's servant heart revealed itself through selfless...

Fallon Marie Nodecker, 25, of Rome, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023. Fallon was born in Rome on May 12, 1998 the daughter of Michael Nodecker and Carrie Hughlett. Fallon was a 2016 graduate of Rome Free Academy and studied at MVCC. She loved anything that involved cosmetology. She was a cheerleader for several years with Northstar Cheerleading. She also loved playing basketball. Fallon enjoyed working in the restaurant industry and loved bartending at One Genny. Fallon always loved to have fun and enjoy life. She had a very kind and caring heart and the most unforgettable smile that would light up a room. She was loved by everyone that she surrounded herself...

Our beloved Constance (Connie) Marie Castro (Passante) has entered into the gates of Heaven on October 24, 2023 at the age of 87. Connie was a devout daughter, sister, wife, mother, and nana. Connie was born to Kostyn and Mary Jenny Tyksinski in Rome, NY, on February 19, 1936. In 1953 she graduated from Rome Free Academy. On June 11, 1955 she married her husband Orrie Passante, a loving union of 38 years, raising five beautiful children together. Orrie passed away on September 10, 1993. On October 10, 1994, Connie married Armando Castro and celebrated 25 wonderful years of marriage. Armand passed away November 21, 2019. Throughout her years she held many positions, from starting as...

Grace M. Ricci, 96, of Rome, passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023 at Rome Memorial Hospital, with her loving family by her side. Grace was born in Rome on November 23, 1926, daughter of the late Vincent and Josephine Mastracco. In 1948, she married Anthony Ricci Sr. Anthony passed away on December 1, 1978. Grace is survived by her children, Anthony Ricci Jr. and his wife Jane, Patricia Falzarano and her husband Richard; granddaughters Melissa Falzarano and her fianc?e Sean Grant of Whitesboro; Kimberly (Brayton) Furner of North Brookfield, Caitlin (Justin) Lapata, Krista (Steven) Jeziora and Brenna (Kevin) Simon; and six great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her parents,...

Olga Palma Marucci Bartolotti, 101, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 7, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 8, 1922, to Matthew and Filomena Campanaro Marucci. Olga married Joseph Bartolotti on October 25, 1947, a union which lasted until his passing in 1989. Olga was a hard and conscientious worker her entire life, beginning after her graduation from high school and sometimes holding two jobs simultaneously. She balanced taking care of her family and working full-time perfectly, ending her career in 1983 as a finance supervisor at Griffis Air Force Base. Olga's professional career was matched by her exemplary cooking and baking skills. She was an...

Gilda A. Guida, 95, a beloved resident of Rome, NY peacefully passed away onednesday, October 4, 2023, surroundedby her family. She was born onDecember 23, 1927, in Herkimer, New York, to Dr. Nicola and Anna Labombarda. Gilda shared 50 wonderful years of marriagewith her late husband, Augustus (Gus) Guida, until his passing ni March 2000. Gilda's professional journey was marked by dedication and service. She dedicated 35 years to Griffiss A B before retiring in 1986. Subsequently, she continued with a 28-year career with the Rome Public School System. Beyond her professional life, Gilda was a devoted Parishioner of St. John the Baptist Church in her town. One of her greatest joys was...