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4/18/26 Mary Jane Andrews Teachout, age 88 of Clayton, North Carolina, formerly of Skaneateles, New York, peacefully passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Kingswood Reserve Senior Living Center. She was born in Syracuse, New York on March 12, 1938 to the late Leroy Andrews and the late Catherine Palmer Andrews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Nelson Teachout. Mrs. Teachout enjoyed outdoor activities such as fishing, gardeni

4/19/26 Joan R. Len, 86, of Skaneateles, NY, passed away on April 19, 2026. She was born on October 4, 1938 in Stamford, NY to Bertha (Brown) and Donald Rose. She grew up in Hobart, NY and graduated from South Kortright High School where she excelled in music winning competitions for playing clarinet. Joan attended Syracuse University and was a book keeper in Syracuse until marrying Joe in 1968 and moving to Skaneateles. There she created a home full of warmth, comfort, an

2/5/26 July 4, 1944 – February 5, 2026 Sidney “Sid” Ray Hoover passed away peacefully at home on February 5, 2026 after a courageous battle with acute leukemia. Sid is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 63 years, Lorraine A. Hoover (Werbeck). He is also survived by his children, Stephanie A. Reilly (Hoover) and Michael P. Hoover (Lisa), and his four grandchildren: Alexis Reilly, Morgan (Brielle), Nathan Hoover, and Lauren Hoover. Sid retired from American Airlines afte

3/15/26 Joseph M. Thompson, 56 of Altmar, sadly passed away from a house fire on Sunday. Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 16th from 2 to 4 pm at Potter's in Port Byron. To send condolences, visit: robertdgrayfuneralhome.com. Full obituary to follow.

3/5/26 James "Jim" Ryder, 79, of Skaneateles, passed away Thursday. Born in Auburn, he was a self employed contractor for over 50 years. Jim was an Air Force Veteran and enjoyed playing pitch, bowling, and listening to music. His family was most important to him, especially attending his grandchildren's music and sporting events. He was predeceased by his parents, Lawrence and Catherine Ryder; sister and brother in law, Dorothy (Frank) Fletcher and brother and sister in la

2/12/26 Sydney “Syd” Randall , a longtime resident of Skaneateles, New York, passed away surrounded by family on February 12, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on April 2, 1936, to Ralph and Harriett Brown, Syd was raised on a dairy farm in Clyde, New York. She graduated from Clyde High School with the Class of 1953 and went on to attend Syracuse University, where she studied microbiology, earning her Bachelor of Science degree in 1957. It was at Syracuse she met the love of her

2/20/26 Terry D. Chapman 2/6/51 - 2/20/26 On Friday, February 20, 2026, we lost a legend. Whether you were a colleague, a peer, a friend, or a family member, if you knew Terry D Chapman, you knew laughter. A lifelong resident of the area, he left his mark in many ways. After attending Skaneateles High School and graduating from Jordan Eldridge High School, he tried his hand at a number of jobs before finding his true calling in carpentry. Under the tutelage of some of the

2/21/2026 Herb Alexander, 82, of Skaneateles, NY, passed away unexpectedly & peacefully with his wife of 44 years by his side on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Herb was born in Charleston, SC on December 27, 1943 to the late Herbert Sr. and Juanita Boykin Alexander. He was a graduate of Carlisle Military Academy and The Citadel. Prior to his retirement in 2002 Herb worked as an analyst on various types of computerized services in the Grocery Food Industry, including S. M. Fli

2/16/26 Anne Elizabeth Keebler Buehler, 91, of Skaneateles passed away Monday, February 16, 2026 at Auburn Community Hospital. She was the oldest child of the late James and Elizabeth Duggan Keebler. She was a graduate of Skaneateles High School in 1952 and the College of St. Rose. She taught school in Florida and at Southern Cayuga Schools. Anne was a lifetime member of St. Mary’s of the Lake Church, where she was a member of the funeral choir, a lector, Eucharistic Minist

2/14/26 Robert “Bob” G. Dudden, 88 of Marcellus passed away Saturday, February 14th after a short illness. Bob attended Skaneateles school and enlisted in the Army (Special Forces) in 1954. After being discharged from the Army, Bob learned how to fly at Skan Air Park on Fisher Rd. in Skaneateles, NY where he met his wife, Sandra Brown. They married in 1961 and built their own home in Marcellus, NY. They spent many, many years finding time for vacations with their family acr

2/7/26 Joan Lorraine Wellington (née Richardson), 91, passed away peacefully on February 7 at the Finger Lakes Center for Living (FLCL), surrounded by her family and the caring and compassionate staff. Joan was born at home on March 29, 1934, in Fort Plain, New York to the late Leroy Wendell Richardson and Carmeta Dingman Richardson, during a blizzard—a fitting beginning for a woman known throughout her life for her quiet strength and resilience. Upon her marriage to Lewis

2/5/26 Marlene’s cornerstone in her life was her faith. After the loss of her mother at 3 years old, she was adopted by Dorothy and Ernest Marshall. She graduated from Weedsport High School as salutatorian. She married Paul Cuykendall and had four children, Betty, Karl, Gordon, and Diana. When her children were young, she and Paul took several camping trips to Canada. Traveling became a passion and they were able to take Paul’s dream trip to Alaska. Then after his death, sh

1/28/26 Dick was born July 25, 1927 in Camden, NY to Clifford and Gladys (Miller) Grinnell and raised with his five siblings. Dick left school early and proudly served in the US Navy during WWII aboard the USS Lake Champlain, then returning home at the end of the war meet and marry his sweetheart Wilma (Hamner). They settled in Mottville, NY for over 30 years where they raised three children. While there, Dick was very active in the Mottville Fire Department, including servi

1/26/26 Dolores Jo-Ann Chappell (known to all as “Jo-Ann”), 90, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by the love of her family, on Monday, January 26, 2026. A longtime resident of Skaneateles, NY, Jo-Ann devoted many years to Empire Hardware in Auburn, where she and her husband, Ron, worked well into their eighties. Together, they managed the business with dedication and cared deeply for the customers they served. Born in Swissvale, Pennsylvania, in 1935, Jo-Ann

1/30/26 David S. Graham, 88, of Skaneateles, NY, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, surrounded by family and friends. Born in Plainfield, NJ, Dave graduated from Darien High School in Connecticut in 1956. It was in Darien where he met Jean, his beloved wife of 48 years. After earning a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Bates College in 1960, Dave served as a U.S. Navy Officer in Japan for 3 years. While stationed in Japan, Dave married Jean, and they began their

1/29/26 Richard F. Cyphers went home to be with his Lord and Savior on January 29, 2026. Upon entering heaven, he saw his wife Suzanne and loved ones with his restored eyesight: no longer blind. Dick, as he liked to be called, was born on December 20, 1939, to Arlene and Lynn Cyphers of Syracuse. He graduated in 1957 from Onondaga Valley Academy. Dick enjoyed getting together and keeping in touch with his classmates over the years. In July of 1957, he joined and proudly ser

1/28/26 Herbert L. Green Jr 76 of Sennett passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, January 28th . He was born in Auburn NY. To the son of the late Herbert L. Green Sr. and Marie D. Green, he resided most of his life in Auburn. Link was in the Marine Corps in Vietnam. Link retired as a proud farmer of many years. He loved shooting his guns, hunting, chatting with friends and family with his stories and always giving his opinion. He was married to the late Deborah, Gree

1/25/26 Martha Cary Manilla (Marty), 93, passed away peacefully at her home on January 25, 2026 after a long illness. Marty was born and raised in Baldwinsville, New York, graduating from C.W. Baker High School in Baldwinsville, New York in 1950. In that time, she was a proud resident and an active member of her town and school. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Cornell University in 1954 and a subsequent Master of Science Degree in Education from Syracuse Universit

1/2/26 David Chase, Jr., a gifted musician, songwriter, and beloved storyteller, passed away on January 2nd, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of music, humor, and a zest for life that touched all who knew him. Born on June 2nd, 1955 in New Jersey to the late David and Margaret Chase, David spent his life pursuing his artistic passions while sharing his charismatic, enthusiastic personality with anyone he met. He had a unique vision for life and lived it to the last day. A vers

1/16/26 Marguerite May Squires (Ulincy) of Skaneateles, New York, passed away on January 16, 2026, at the age of 87 years old, surrounded by family. Maggie as she was known, was born on July 28, 1938, to Joseph and Margaret Ulincy of Solvay. Maggie is predeceased by her husband Fred, they were married August 3, of 1956 and had 4 children, Bonnie (George) Fay of Baldwinsville, Brenda (Wayne) Smith of Conquest, Karen (Doug) Mead of Elbridge, and Fred Jr (Laurie) of Skaneatele