Rome-Wayne R. McGregor, 89, of Rome passed away Saturday evening, January 23rd, 2021 under the loving care of the Abraham House located at 417 N. Washington Street after a brief illness. Born on November 20, 1931 in Hamilton, NY to Lewis A. and Lena Kuhn McGregor, the second youngest of five sons. He was a 1950 graduate of Remsen Central School, studied engineering briefly at Utica College before serving in the Air Force from 1951 to 1954. Wayne was married to his beloved Kathryn A. Smith of Rome, on August 14, 1954 in the Lowell Methodist Church, and has resided in Rome since. After his service in the Air Force, he worked as a carpenter on a number of different projects throughout New...

Vernon-Roy L. Seelman, age 74, a longtime resident of Vernon passed away Monday, December 28, 2020 at the Oneida Healthcare Center. He was born on September 7, 1946 in Rome, a son of Howard E. and Katherine Conover Seelman. He was a graduate of Vernon-Verona-Sherrill Central School class of 1966. Roy proudly served his country enlisting in the Marine Corps. serving in Vietnam for 1966-1968. He was awarded two purple hearts and in lieu of the second Purple Heart he was awarded the Gold Star, the Presidential Unit Citation Ribbon, National defense Service Medal and Vietnam Service Medal and Vietnam Campaign Medal. He was honorably discharged at the rank of Corporal. Roy worked at...

Verona-"A.J." Alvin Johnson, age 76 of Verona passed away Saturday December 19, 2020 in St. Elizabeth's Medical Center. He was born on October 25, 1944 in Greensboro, NC a son of the late Jesse Prentice and Bertha (May) Johnson and was a graduate of Ragsdale High School. In 1963 Al enlisted with the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged in 1967. On April 8, 1967 Al and Kathleen "Kathy" Norman were united in marriage in Rome's St. Paul's Roman Catholic Church and have shared this loving vow of over fifty-three years together. Al retired from Rome Cable with thirty years of service before becoming a bus driver for the Turning Stone Casino for the past eighteen years...

Vernon Center-On Tuesday, October 28, 2020, Joy Anne (Durant) Twiss, resident of Vernon Center, NY and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away at the age of 85. Joy was born on May 12, 1935 in Verona, NY to Wesley and Carolyn (Nash) Durant. She graduated from Vernon-Verona-Sherrill High School. On June 5, 1954 she married Weldon Stanley Twiss. Joy worked several years as a home health aide, later earning an LPN degree and then serving as director of the Maple Park Home in Vernon Center. She was a member of St. Agnes Church in Vernon Center and the Church of the Holy Family in Vernon, where she served as Eucharistic minister and in the Altar & Rosary Society. ...

Lowell-Douglas W. Schieferstine, age 47, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, September 29, 2020 in St. Luke's Healthcare Center. He was born on February 2, 1973 in Rome, New York a son of the late Donald and Ann (West) Schieferstine and attended the local schools. Doug worked on the Schieferstine Family Farm his entire life. He enjoyed being on the computer where he especially liked playing video games. Surviving are his three brothers and their spouses, David and Bonnie Schieferstine, Daniel and Laurie Schieferstine and Dewayne and Tressa Schieferstine, several nieces, several nephews, several great-nieces and several great-nephews, as well as a special friend Tina Woodcock and her...

Canastota-Ruth (Foster) Jenkins, 80, of W. Rasbach Street passed away early Tuesday, September 29, 2020 in Rome Memorial Hospital. She was born on May 27, 1940 in Rome, New York a daughter of the late John and Adelaide (Hyde) Bie and was a graduate of The Academy of Holy Name and Rome Catholic School. On May 30, 1963 Ruth and Charles R. Foster were united in marriage in St. Mary's of the Assumption Church in Rome, New York and shared that union until Charles' death on November 13, 2002. Ruth was a cashier with P & C Markets for many years where her friendly personality enjoyed the conversations of the customers retiring in 2008. On August 27, 2010 Ruth married Bruce C....

Vernon-Peter Thomas Richardson, 40, of Vernon passed away suddenly on August 13, 2020. Although he left us too soon, he has been reunited in Heaven with his brother, Todd Michael Richardson, who was his best friend. Peter was born August 12, 1980 to Arthur "Buddy" Richardson Jr. and Kristine Richardson Ballou. Peter lived his life on his own terms, always on the edge. His life accomplishments included ownership of Stampede Steakhouse, Prestige Pool and Spa Company, as well as Richardson Enterprises, a custom agricultural and Construction Company. Pete's true passion was racing. He grew up within a motocross family transitioning into racing sprint cars. One of Pete's proudest...

Rome-Rose E. Chirillo, age 89, formerly of Rome passed away peacefully Monday evening July 27, 2020 in the Masonic Care Community. She was born on July 10, 1931 in Rome, New York a daughter of the late George and Josephine (Patane) Calandra and was a graduate of Rome Free Academy. On April 25, 1953 Rose and Peter J. Chirillo were united in marriage in Rome, New York and shared that vow until Mr. Chirillo's death on February 15, 1992. Prior to her retirement in 1986 Rose was employed in the supply department of Griffiss Air Force Base. Rose enjoyed reading in her spare time but taking care of her family and home were always her number one priority. She loved her family. ...

Vernon-Barbara Ann Fedor, age 69, of Jenkins Road passed away unexpectedly Saturday evening July 11, 2020 in the St. Luke's Rehabilitation Center. She was born on April 12, 1951 in Utica, New York a daughter of the late Louis J. Sr. and Irene (Rzeszot) Fedor. She attended the Westmoreland Schools and graduated from Monroe High School in Rochester, NY. Barbara had a giving heart. She raised two daughters. She was caregiver to her mom for over 14 years. She was an animal lover and enjoyed caring for her cats, both domestic and strays. She also enjoyed flower gardening, talking on the phone, playing games and a good cup of coffee. Barbara is preceded in death by both her parents and...

Vernon-T/Sgt. Raymond F. Slawiak, age 90, of Vernon passed away unexpectedly Friday afternoon, July 3, 2020 in University Hospital with wife at his side. He was born on July 12, 1929 in Sloan, New York a son of the late Frank and Anna (Wallas) Slawiak and was educated in Sloan Schools. Raymond was a World War II veteran had a military career serving in both the United States Army and the United States Air Force and served in Japan and France. On April 14, 1956 Raymond and Joan Reardon were united in marriage at St. Patrick's Church of Seneca Falls and have shared that sacred vow for over sixty-four years together. Raymond owned and operated DFJ Beagles, raising and training...

Verona-Our dad passed away peacefully at home June 22, 2020, surrounded by the love and support of his family, following a brief illness. Dutch was born November 9, 1933, to George H. and Anna E. Schallenberg Regner at the family homestead on Greenway-Lowell Road in the Town of Westmoreland. Dad married our mother, Janet Oatman, September 18, 1954, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Verona, a lasting union of 60 years, before her passing on October 10, 2014. He learned to be a successful farmer. Dad started young, raising a few animals at home which lead to his hiring at the neighboring Scheifele Farm. He also participated in the VVS FFA program and served as its president before...

Verona-Michael G. Urtz, age 61, of Verona passed away unexpectedly early Saturday morning June 6, 2020 in the Oneida Healthcare Center emergency room. He was born on January 4, 1959 in Constableville, New York a son of the late Russell F. and Marilyn "Sally" (Brooks) Urtz Sr. and was a graduate of Vernon Verona Sherrill School. Michael was a truck driver for over twenty-three years and most recently retired from Black Horse Carriers of Tully. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He loved his wife dearly and has been looking forward to the time when they both could retire together. His greatest joy was spending time with his family and having cookouts, camp fires, and...

Verona-Alma J. Poland, age 85, formerly of Verona and more recently of the Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing Home of Rome passed away early Monday morning, March 30, 2020 at the facility. She was born in Rome, New York on November 22, 1934 and was a graduate of Vernon Verona Sherrill Schools. After high school Alma and Richard Poland were united in marriage and shared that union until Mr. Poland's death in 1984. Prior to her retirement in 2015 Alma was employed with the Turning Stone Casino in the coat check department. She most enjoyed spending time with her family and gardening. She was a member of the Verona Fire Department Auxiliary and the Taberg American Legion Auxiliary. ...

Vernon Center-Walter E. Wenham, age 90, of Norton Road, passed away peacefully Wednesday evening February 26, 2020 in the Waterville Residential Center. He was born on April 10, 1929 in Vernon Center, New York a son of the late Milo and Eva (Wagner) Wenham and was a graduate of Vernon High School. He was member of Cooperative Extension and Farm Bureau. Walter was a dairy farmer through and through, he farmed until 2016 when the bailer broke and Walter decided it was time to stop working too. He was predeceased by his sister Edna M. Wenham. He is survived by his two brothers, Harry R. Wenham and Lyle E. Wenham Sr., his nieces and nephews, Bonnie Schieferstine of Westmoreland NY,...