Myrtle M. Kolhepp, a resident of Bethany Gardens in Rome, NY, passed away Sunday, February 21, 2021, at Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare in New Hartford after suffering from long term heart disease. Born July 24, 1924, in Malone, NY, a daughter of the late Henry and Eva (Vemitt) Jeror. On June 29, 1943, she was united in marriage to Earl L. Kolhepp. He passed away, December 13, 1976. She resided in Rome most of her life and her favorite employment was at St. Peter's Church in Rome. Myrtle loved to cook and bake, knit and crochet and play BINGO. She is survived by three daughters, Diane Bowen (Tim), Linda Pelano and Doris Mulkey (Mark); eight grandchildren, Noelle Manna (Peter Jr.), Holly...

Rosemary A. Pisaneschi, 76, of Rome, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, February 20, 202 at Rome Memorial Hospital. She was born in Utica on July 16, 1944, a daughter of the late William and Rosemary (Mautner) Hoffman. On March 5, 1982, she was united in marriage to Bruno Pisaneschi. He passed away April 29, 2005. Rosemary was a LPN and she worked for many years at hospital in the Utica area and the Marcy Psychiatric Center for 20 years. She was a member of the Rome Christian Center and was very active in youth baseball throughout the years. She was a longtime member and president of the RFA Baseball Dugout Club, She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law,...

Douglas W. Hewitt, 63, of Rome, passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2021. He was born in Rome on September 17, 1957, a son of the late Lyle and Evelyn (Trinker) Hewitt. Doug was a Corrections Officer with the NYS DOC. He is survived by two sons, Christopher Hewitt (Cassandra) and Shawn Hewitt (Michelle Smith); two brothers and sisters-in-law, Dale and Morrene Hewitt and Ron and Michele Hewitt; two grandchildren, Caden and Eli; 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. You may light a candle, send a message...

Richard P. "Shaky" Martin, 89, of Rome, passed away on Thursday. February 18, 2021, at the Abraham House in Rome. He was born in Ossining, NY, on March 16, 1931. He served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War and retired after 20 years of dedicated service. On July 30, 1953, he was united in marriage to Ann "Nancy" Phelan and raised five children. She passed away September 26, 1978. Richard went on to marry Deanne Cable on February 19, 1986. After being honorably discharged from the Air Force, Shaky worked for the US Postal Service for 20 years. After retiring from USPS, he became a greenskeeper at Shamrock Golf Course for 18 years. Shaky was an excellent...

Jennifer Scott, 73, of Rome, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, February 17, 2021. Born in Verona on May 29, 1947, she was a daughter of the late John and Helen Wesolowski. On July 5, 1969, she was united in marriage to Stuart E. Scott. He passed away September 25, 2020. Jennifer worked at Oneida Limited for over 20 years. She enjoyed being at home tending to her garden. She was a lover of all animals and leaves behind her dog, Harry. She is survived by a daughter, Melinda Scott (David Noble); a son, Stuart E. Scott, Jr. (Lena Elliott); two grandchildren, Riley and Cassidee Scott; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by several brothers and sisters. Private...

Roy I. Croniser, Jr., 52, of Blossvale, passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. He was born in Rome on December 13, 1968, a son of the late Roy I. and Patricia (Jones) Croniser, Sr. On November 25, 1995, he was united in marriage to Veronica "Sassy" Vaile. Roy was currently employed at HP Hood in Oneida. He was an avid NASCAR fan and his favorite driver was Kyle Busch. He loved working in his garage on motorcycles, snowmobiles, four wheelers and any other machine he could find. Surviving besides his loving wife, Veronica, are two children, Nina Croniser (Tyler Campbell) and Roy I. Croniser, III (Natasha Buckingham); three brothers, Richard, Raymond and Robert Croniser; two cherished...

Albert E. Gillander, Jr., 75, of Lee Center, passed away on Friday, February 5, 2021, at St. Elizabeth's Healthcare in Utica. He was born in Rome on December 8, 1945, a son of the late Albert E. and Hilda (Corr) Gillander. On June 5th, 1987, he was united in marriage to Cherie Sauer. Al grew up in the Lake Delta area, attended Rome schools, and graduated from Mohawk Valley Community College. During his career, he spent more than 30 years helping others as a Registered Nurse with the NYS DDSO and Department of Corrections before retiring in 2001. Al was a devoted husband, and when he and Cherie were not babysitting their grandchildren, they enjoyed playing Bingo and going on many travel...

Edward D. Chentnik, II, 70, of Rome, passed away on Friday, February 5, 2021 at Rome Memorial Hospital. He was born in New Hartford on February 28, 1950, a son of the late Edward D. and Coleita "Tootsie" Chentnik. He was a graduate of Whitesboro High and earned a Master's Degree from Syracuse University. Ed worked for the Rome Police Department and later owned and operated Heck Realty in Rome. He was a member of the Ski Patrol at Woods Valley for over 30 years. Through the years he enjoyed his cottage in Montauk, Long Island, his parents camp in Sylvan Beach, boating on Lake Delta, pool parties at the family home in Northwood Circle and frequenting the Elks Club and Polish Home. He is...

Patricia A. "Chubby" Cianfrocco, 77, of Rome, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side. She was born in Malden, MA, a daughter of the late Augustino and Philomeno (Orlando) Puopolo. On March 12, 1966 she was united in marriage to Peter Cianfrocco, a blessed union of 54 years. Chubby was a wonderful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved being the family "taxi driver", carting her grandkids all over the place, wherever they needed to be. She was a sweet, kind and loving person and she loved a good party. Surviving besides her loving husband, Pete, are two daughters, Patrice Cianfrocco (Bernie Lubeck) and Dianna Cianfrocco and her friend, Bob...

Tuesday morning, February 2, 2021, as the sun began to rise and stretch its glow across the freshly fallen snow, Jennie (Nobis) Knudsen, 87, loving mother, sister, grandma, great grandma and friend took her last breath. Jennie passed peacefully in her home, surrounded by those she loved, after another courageous battle with cancer. Her fierce and fiery spirit lives on within her four children, William "Bill" Knudsen (wife, Marlene Burlison), Patricia (Knudsen) Spencer, Robert "Bob" Knudsen (wife, Colleen Kelly) and Thomas "Tom" Knudsen (wife Christine Campbell), her thirteen (13) grandchildren; Jennifer (Spencer) Quong, Michele (Knudsen) Lucia, William (Billy) Knudsen, Allison (Spencer)...

Dustin P. Livingston, 40, of Rome, passed away peacefully at home with his loving family by his side. He was born in Rome on August 1, 1980, and raised by "Pop" and "Mom", Harry and Joan Livingston. He was a graduate of Rome Free Academy and earned a Bachler's of Science degree from SUNY-Polytechnic Institute. Dustin was a graphics designer for Maximus of Reston, VA, and was very passionate about his work. Besides his love of art, he was an avid mountain biker and snowboarder, and enjoyed music, photography and golf. He loved being around his family and had great friends. His cats will miss him. Dustin is survived by his "Pop", Harry Livingston (Linda Russell); four aunts, Debbie Baer...

Glenda M. Payne, 87,of Blossvale, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, February 1, 2021. She was born in Bryan, TX, on December 26, 1933, a daughter of the late Arnold and Emma (Tobias) Murray. On June 13, 1958, she was united in marriage to Patrick Payne, until his passing in 2000. Glenda was an art teacher in the Camden Middle School for many years. She was an active member of the Taberg United Methodist Church. She was also a member of the Taberg Democrat Club and The Garden Club. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Cate and Bradford Church; two sons, Robert Payne and Patrick Payne Jr. (Marci Fuller); a sister, Janis Gillespie; a daughter-in-law, MaryKay Payne; five...

Alexandra H. Voelcker, 90, of Lee Center, passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2020. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA, on January18, 1931, a daughter of the late Joseph and Veronica (Thelma) Hussak. Alexandra was a graduate of St. Joseph's School of Nursing and became a Registered Nurse. She was a veteran of the United States Air Force and she was a nurse at Marcy Psychiatric Center for sixteen years. She was an active volunteer and member of St. Joseph's Church in Lee Center, serving as a Eucharist Minister and member of the church choir. On June 27, 1959, she was united in marriage to Robert H. Voelcker, a blessed union of 61 years. She loved to travel all over the world but her heart was in...

Jeannie M. Vazquez, 30, of Rome, passed away on January 30, 2021 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Syracuse. Born in Rome on January 6, 1991, she was a daughter of the late Eduardo Vazquez and Elizabeth Hernandez. She is survived by two sons, Niko and Xander; a sister, Elizabeth Torres; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Eduardo and Chelsey Vazquez and Esteban and Aysha Vazquez; her grandfather, Juan Hernandez; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Graveside services will be held in the spring. There are no calling hours. Arrangements have been entrusted to Nunn and Harper Funeral Home, Inc. 418 N. George St., Rome. You may light a candle, send a message of sympathy, and...

James J. Dobson died at home on January 30, 2021, after a long illness. Jim was born to John and Mary (Dunnigan) Dobson on February 11, 1933 in Scranton, PA. He was the oldest of four children. After graduating from St. John's High School in Pittston, PA, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, subsequently serving in the Korean War. Following his honorable discharge from the military, he worked full time at the Pennsylvania Employment Agency while attending night school at the University of Scranton. In 1964, he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Electronics and thereafter began his career at the Rome Air Development Center at Griffiss Air Force Base in Rome. While employed...

Brian F. Cornish, a lifelong resident of Rome, passed away on January 29, 2021 after a long illness at the age of 63. Surviving are his beloved mother, Dolores Waters Cornish of Rome, two brothers, Steven P. Cornish of Baldwin, NY and Scott P. Cornish of New Hartord, NY, a sister Beth A. Cornish of Rome, a sister-in-law Elizabeth Burnell Cornish of Baldwin, NY, a niece Jennifer Erin Sciulli of Palmyra, PA and two nephews Andrew Joseph Sciulli of Bel Air, MD and Samuel M. Cornish of Baldwin, NY. Brian is predeceased by his father, Frank L. Cornish of Rome (d.2008) and his brother, Kevin C. Cornish of Rome (d.2018). Brian was born on July 22, 1957 in Rome. A Regents Scholar at Rome Free...

Michelle "Mickey" Redmond, 64, of Oneida, has finished God's work here on January 27, 2021 after a short battle with lung cancer. She was born in 1956 in Rome, NY to Gerald and Norma (Brooks) Redmond Jr. She graduated from Westmoreland High School in 1974. Mickey had many jobs but her favorites were as a teacher at OADCC in Oneida, as an aide with RCIL, and as an assistant at LARK Contracting. She had an artistic gift and expressed it daily with oil painting, cake decorating, and crafts. She always said her biggest success in life were her two daughters and her greatest joy were her two grandchildren. She left her mark with her talent, love, and infectious laughter. She leaves behind...