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Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend Edna Marie Kelly, 71, of Rome, was called home on December 4, 2023 after living with multiple myeloma for nearly a decade. Born June 15, 1952, she was a lifelong resident of Rome. She attended high school at St. Anne's in Albany and later became a certified nurse's aide. Edna worked for two decades in local nursing homes and in home health care. During this time, she raised her three children as a single parent - instilling a strong work ethic and encouraging them to dream big. She would tell you her children were her greatest accomplishment. Edna was self-reliant and could fix anything! She could make something beautiful from...

Marie Flora Van Orden, 76, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 29, 2023, at home, with her loving family by her side. Marie was born on June 30, 1947 in Newton, NJ to the late Harold and Flora (Covello) Clayton. She graduated from Newton High School in 1965. Shortly after graduation, she married the love of her life, Philip Van Orden, with whom they shared 43 years of marriage together. They then moved to Hawaii, where her husband was stationed in the Air Force. They traveled to many places for his job. Marie graduated from Solano Community College in California in 1982 with her Associates Degree in Nursing. The two and their children then moved to Rome, NY, and Marie attended...

Maryann Aley, 82, of Lee Center, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at Wynn Hospital in Utica. She was born in Verona on July 18, 1941, a daughter of the late John and Caroline (Twiss) Sharp. Maryann enjoyed crafting and baking. She loved to watch old westerns and the Price is Right. What she was most fond of though was spending time with her family. She is survived by two daughters, Tina Zotti (Patrick) and Sherri Werenski (William); three sons, Harry Aley (Tracy), Scott Aley and Mathew Pritchard; a sister, Evelyn Sharp; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her longtime companion, Ricky Pritchard; and three sisters and two...

Paul A. Telesco, Sr., 74, of Rome, passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at St. Luke's Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in New Hartford following complications from heart surgery in September. Born in Rome on April 4, 1949, he was a son of the late Anthony and Rose Marie (Mondo) Telesco. He was a 1968 graduate of Rome Free Academy. He was a volunteer with the Civil Air Patrol and had a life-long interest in aviation and astronomy. He worked at White Eagle Bakery as an expert donut maker. He worked for several years at Spargo Wire while also supporting his family by working second jobs at Carl's Drugs and delivering pizza. Then Paul began a long career with the State of New York,...

Matthew J. Wagner, 55, of Rome, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at SUNY Upstate Medical Center. He was born in Rome on August 1, 1968, a son of the late James and Leona (Streiff) Wagner. Matthew loved to play the guitar and go camping. He is survived by three sisters, Lisa Lahti (David), Valerie Finster (Brad) and Rose Anger (Ake); and several nieces and nephews. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. Arrangements have been entrusted to Nunn and Harper Funeral Home, Inc., 418 N. George St., Rome NY 13440. You may view the obituary and send a message of sympathy at www.nunnandharper.com.

Matthew J. Wagner, 57, of Rome, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at SUNY Upstate Medical Center. He was born in Rome on August 1, 1968, a son of the late James and Leona (Streiff) Wagner. Matthew loved to play the guitar and go camping. He is survived by three sisters, Lisa Lahti (David), Valerie Finster (Brad) and Rose Anger (Ake); and several nieces and nephews. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. Arrangements have been entrusted to Nunn and Harper Funeral Home, Inc., 418 N. George St., Rome NY 13440. You may view the obituary and send a message of sympathy at www.nunnandharper.com.

Robert Dale Pfeiffer, 54, of Rome, NY, lost his battle with addiction, peacefully, on 11/16/2023 at Rome Health surrounded by his loved ones. Born to Lucille Corbett and Robert G. Pfeiffer on 08/15/1969 at Rome Memorial Hospital. He was united in love and marriage to Christina Perry on 04/23/1996. He was a lifelong car enthusiast and CDL tractor trailer driver; self-employed for many years. His hobbies included riding motorcycles, tinkering with vehicle and engine repair, binge watching tv series, terrorizing the grandkids, and going out to eat chicken wings. Surviving, devastated by his passing, are his wife; Christina, children; Britney Vanderhoof, Joshua Pfeiffer, Alyssa Balamut, Erin...

Joseph Francis Fragetta passed away Saturday, November 11, 2023. He was born May 27, 1947 in Utica, NY to Frank Tory "Tex" Fragetta 1900-1990 and Vincenza "Jessie" Luggerio Fragetta 1916-1996. He had a sister, Eugenia Fragetta 1943-1976. Joseph graduated from Thomas R. Proctor High School in 1965. He earned an FCC Broadcast License in 1967, and an A.A.S. in Advertising Design and Production (Cum Laude) from Mohawk Valley Community College in 1968. He earned a B.S. degree in Psychology from Syracuse University (Utica College) in 1976. Joseph worked for Vernon Downs Raceway for 25 years, and for New York State for 30 years, until he retired in 1997. He was an avid sports fan, particularly...

Bruce F. Neidl, 80, of Rome, passed away on Veteran's Day, Saturday, November 11, 2023 with his loving family by his side at Betsy Ross Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility. Born in Rome on February 2, 1943, he was a son of the late George and Rosemary (Joynt) Neidl. He was a graduate of St. Aloysius Academy and on July 3, 1976, he was united in marriage to the love of his life, Anne E. Besenfelder. She passed away December 25, 2022. On April 26, 1962, Bruce enlisted in the United States Navy and served four years aboard the USS Yorktown during the Vietnam War. After being Honorably Discharged, he returned to Rome and started a long career at Revere Copper and Brass Co. Bruce was a member...

Edward E. Hill, 86, of Point Rock, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 10, 2023, at Wynn Hospital in Utica. Ed's life is a story of an adventurous man fiercely devoted to his family. He was born on December 23, 1936 in Camden, NJ to the late Ella (Lewis) and Earl Hill. His days of adventure began early in Berlin, Germany where Ed's love of firearms and history was born after he discovered a forgotten WWII bazooka. This passion only grew as he drove to closed German castles and witnessed the Berlin Airlift in 1948. After moving back home, Ed joined the United States Air Force, where he served from 1955-1962 as Staff Sergeant in the 174th Tactical Fighter Wing. He spent one year in...

Murle G. McConnell, 71, of Camden, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023. He was born in Oneida on March 6, 1952, a son of the late George and Dorothy (Chilton) McConnell. He was a graduate of Altmar Parish Williamstown High School and on May 16, 2009, he was united in marriage to Marjorie Clark Denison. Murle worked for many years for Orchard Earth and Pipe in Syracuse. He was a member of the Sh*tbirds and Old Bastards. Surviving besides his loving wife, Marjorie, is a daughter, Traci Beal (Tony); a sister, Nancy Howard; a brother, Scott McConnell; seven grandchildren, Matthew, William, Brittany, Gavin, Dakota, Madison and Nora; a stepson, Michael Denison (Kimberly) and their...

Joseph Aloysius Goetz, 84, of the Town of Lee passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 9, 2023. Born on June 21, 1939, Joe was the fourth son of Margaret Delaney and Edward Goetz Sr. He married Marilyn Chomin on April 30, 1959 and they recently celebrated their 64th anniversary. Joe's proudest accomplishment was his family and he was admired widely for his thoughtful and generous nature. Joe graduated from St. Aloysius Academy in 1958. Soon after, he began a 50-year career at Bowman Distribution as a sales representative. Joseph was appointed, and later elected, as Lee Town Justice; it was his honor to serve for 35 years. Joe was active in his community having been a...

David J. O'Brien, 69, of Rome, passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2023, at Oneida Health. He was born in Rome on January 30, 1954, a son of the late John and Wilma (Swarthout) O'Brien. He was a graduate of Rome Free Academy and on July 25, 1975, he was united in marriage to Betty Jean Weber. David was a Ward Clerk on 2E at Rome Hospital for 30 years. He loved to fish for walleye on Oneida Lake and was big fan of the NY Yankees and Giants. Surviving besides his loving wife, Betty Jean, is a daughter, Ashley Vinci (AJ); two sons, David O'Brien (Jessica) and Justin O'Brien; two sisters, Lynn Martin and Jan Amicci; two brothers, Steven and Thomas O'Brien; three grandchildren, Anthony and...

In loving memory of our dear mother and wife, Deborah Ann Rotolo, who passed away peacefully on Friday, November 3, 2023, at home with her family by her side. Deborah is survived by her beloved husband Nicholas Rotolo, daughter and son-in-law Nicole and James Ponton, son Nicholas Rotolo Jr, daughter and son-in-law Nikki Jo and Mark Vescio. She is also survived by her cherished grandchildren: Mackenzie Ponton, Lincoln Ponton, Mia Vescio, and Kingston Vescio. She was predeceased by her parents, Louis and Joan Mezza; and a brother, Steven Mezza. Deborah led a life filled with love, dedication, and boundless compassion. Born in March 31st 1959 she embarked on a remarkable journey that...