Nunn and Harper Funeral Home

Emma McCormick Rena passed away on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 at home with her loving family by her side. She was born March 24, 1949, in Rome, the daughter of the late Harry and Evangeline McCormick. She attended Rome Free Academy and MVCC. She graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from SUNY Empire at Saratoga Springs, NY. Emma worked for the Federal Government for forty-three years until her retirement in 2013. She was an office manager, then restaurant manager of the NAF Contrails Restaurant for twelve years and then worked as a contract specialist and contract officer for the Department of the Air Force. Emma was the former secretary of the Mohawk Valley branch...

Elizabeth A. Bauer, 84, of Rome, retired registered nurse, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2022, in St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Utica, after a brief illness. Born in Utica on June 14, 1937, she was a daughter of Stanley and Helen Zientek Grabowski. She attended Holy Trinity School, Utica, and graduated from St. Francis de Sales High School, Utica. Liz was a graduate of St. Elizabeth Hospital School of Nursing in Utica. She worked as a registered nurse at Rose Hospital in Rome and in the office of Dr. Hans Zutrauen in Rome. On May 9, 1959, she married Anthony B. Bauer in Holy Trinity Church, Utica. He died July 10, 2019. Liz volunteered in the Rome Hospital snack bar as a member of...

Sylvia V. Barnes, 81, of Rome, passed away early evening Friday, May 13, 2022, at the Colonial Park Nursing and Rehabilitation in Rome after numerous visits that day from her loving husband, Roy, and son, Harold. She was born in Lee Center on June 1, 1940, a daughter of the late Lambert and Vera (Conover) Hall. Sylvia was a graduate of Rome Free Academy. She was united in marriage to Leroy Barnes on August 2, 1962. Roy and Sylvia enjoyed a blessed union and loving union of nearly 60 years. Surviving besides her loving husband, Roy, are three sons, Rickard (Karen), Dan (friend Deb) and Harold Barnes; her sister, Linda McDonald; nine grandchildren, Jason, Jessica, Heather, Kayla, Matthew,...

Cheryl A. (Izzo) Oswell joined Jesus in Heaven on Friday, May 13, 2022. Born in Rome she was the daughter of Orlando and Julia (Aiello) Izzo. Cheri was a great mother, wife and truly wonderful friend to all. She always tried to find the good in everyone she met. Cheryl is survived by her husband of forty-four years, Ralph; two daughters, Lori Swancott and Julie Kilts; two grandchildren, Jacob Swancott and Jillian Kilts; her mother, Julia Izzo; her brother, Martin Izzo; sister-in-law, Jane Izzo; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her father, Orlando, and her brother, Carmine. Cheri was a longtime member of St. Mary's Church and she was very active with her...

Sara J. Prescott, 88, of Rome, passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2022 at Bethany Gardens. She was born in Shelbyville, TN, on June 30, 1933, a daughter of the late Wallace and Lena (Nelson) Demonbreun. She was a graduate of Shelbyville High School and on June 30, 1956, she was united in marriage to Carl R. Prescott. He passed away on November 25, 2003. Sara was a member of the Church of Christ. She is survived by a daughter, Debra Prescott; a son, Terry Prescott; seven grandchildren, Rodney, Jason, Devin, Jordan, Terry Jr., Brian and Collin; three great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a daughter, Linda Berkley. Private services will be held at the...

Mary A. Race, 90, of Taberg, passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2022 at home. She was born in Landisburg, WV, on August 18, 1931. She was married to the late Bernard "Mike" Race who passed away in 1993. Mary worked for New York State for many years and retired from the Marcy Psychiatric Center. She is survived by three daughters, Alma Hernandez (Julio), Sheila Anderson (Wayne) and Karen Augustine; a son, Frank Shuck (Angela); two sisters, Rose Jones and Patricia LeBrec; a brother, Kenny Campbell; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a son, Dallas Shuck; and several brothers and sisters. Graveside services will be held on Friday, May 13th...

William E. Portner, 91, of Rome, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, May 6, 2022. Born in Rome on December 8, 1930, he was a son of the late William A. and Ruth (Neiss) Portner. He was a 1950 graduate of Camden High School and in 1951 he joined the United States Air Force and served his country during the Korean War until being Honorably Discharged in 1953. On September 28, 1963, he was united in marriage to Jeanne Forister. She passed away November 26, 2001. Bill was a civilian employee at Griffiss Air Force Base for over 30 years, retiring in 1986. His happy place was his camp in Raquette Lake. He loved spending time up there and he was a member of the Raquette Lake Fire...

Shawn C. Hayes, 38, of Kingsport, TN, and formerly of Blossvale, passed away on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. He was born in Rome on May 31, 1983, a son of Daniel and Roxanne (Burk) Hayes. Shawn was a tractor trailer driver for Landair Transport, Inc., in Greenville, TN. He was a member of the Ketron Memorial United Methodist Church in Kingsport. He loved to ride four-wheelers and snowmobiles and work on cars. He was always looking to help anyone out. Shawn is survived by a son, Dylan Hayes; a sister, Amy Hayes; a brother, Daniel Hayes, Jr.; his grandfather, C. Ward Burk; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends are invited to call at Nunn and Harper...

Eileen E. LaGatta, of Blossvale, formerly of Rome passed away Sunday, May 1, 2022. She was born in Wapakoneta, OH, on May 12, 1937, a daughter of LeRoy and Alvina (Detjen) Katter. Eileen attended The Ohio State University and earned her Bachelor's degree in 1959. On June 19, 1965, she was united in marriage to P. Anthony LaGatta, Jr. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Moulton, OH. Tony passed away September 25, 2021. Eileen and Tony originally settled in Columbus, Ohio and eventually moved to Lee Center, NY where they raised their family. She received a Master's degree in education from SUNY Cortland and resumed her wonderful career as a reading teacher in the Rome City School District at John...

Victoria Filippini Uhl Ciszek, 88, of Rome, NY passed away on Saturday, April 30, 2022, with her granddaughter by her side. Born January 27, 1934, in Rome, a daughter of the late Vittorio and Mary Pardi Filippini. She was raised and educated in Rome. She graduated from Rome Free Academy in 1951. Victoria was first married to Francis Uhl form 1952-68. They shared three children, David, Karyn and Edward. After her divorce she married Edward Ciszek in 1972. They spent 19 wonderful years together before he passed away in 1991. Victoria owned Da-Vic Kennels where she groomed and boarded dogs. She raised her granddaughter Amanda from the age of seven and they shared a very special bond. Vicky...

On Wednesday morning, April 27, 2022, William "Bill" R. Knudsen, 67, went peacefully to be with the Lord. He was a loving and devoted husband, dad, brother, uncle, friend and most importantly "Poppy" to his loving family. Anyone that knew him knew that Bill was the true definition of a family man. His family was the center of his being. He always made his daily phone calls and visits to make sure everyone was fine and that no one needed anything. He was always everyone's go-to for anything. His grandchildren were the lights of his life. He always made time for them and they were his first priority. He enjoyed his visits with his grandkids, watching them play sports, or helping them fix their...

Kathleen F. Snyder, 68, of Osceola, passed away on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at the Samaritan Keep Home in Watertown. She was born in Rome on February 27, 1954, a daughter of the late Eugene and Patricia (Loose) Evans. She was a graduate of Rome Free Academy and on February 19, 1972, she was united in marriage to Charles Snyder. Kathy worked in the bakery at Super Duper in Camden for many years. Surviving besides her loving husband, Charles, is a daughter, Tara Beck (Charles); a son, Charles Snyder III; three sisters, Kelly Cadrette (Jim), Kim Preski and Kori Davis (Richard); two brothers, Mark and Mike Evans; two grandchildren, Andrew and Nicole; two great-grandchildren, Aidan and Blake;...

Donna Donovan, 64, of Rome, passed away on Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at Rome Health. She was born in Rome on November 28, 1957, a daughter of the late Hansford and Elizabeth (Kicak) Young. On September 17, 1983, she was united in marriage to Edward J. Donovan, Sr. He passed away September 17, 2016. Donna was a member of the Salvation Army. She is survived by a son, Robert Newman (Cristy); a sister, Bonnie Bristol; two brothers, Ronald Young and Lonnie Young; stepchildren, Edward Donovan, Jr. (Amanda), Zach Donovan (Neil), Crystal Donovan and Sarah Donovan; her life-long friend, Wanda Lighthall; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a...

Edward H. Hodierne, 85, of Taberg, passed away on Monday, April 18, 2022 at Rome Health after a long illness. He was born in Rome on October 28, 1936, a son of the late Edward and Elizabeth (Shannon) Hodierne. On February 28, 1959, he was united in marriage to Barbara Brown, a blessed union of 63 years. Ed proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1954 to 1957. After being Honorably Discharged, he became a firefighter at Griffiss Air Force Base until his retirement in 1986. Ed was a member of the Lowell United Methodist Church and the Toccolana Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and the Boston Red Sox. Surviving besides his beloved wife, Barbara, are his two children,...

Robert H. Metott, 72, of Camden, passed away on Monday, April 18, 2022 at St. Elizabeth's Medical Center in Utica surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Rome on July 12, 1949, a son of the late Harold and Betty (Shea) Metott. He was a graduate of Camden High School and on August 29, 1970, he was united in marriage to Linda Forbes, a blessed union of over 51 years. Robert was a tractor trailer driver for several area companies and enjoyed his time working at Lynn H. Scott Trucking the best. He worked at Omega Wire in Williamstown as a rod mill operator and was one of several employees to represent the company in China on two different occasions. Robert was a member and Lay...