Robert D. Gray Funeral Home
51 Years of Service to the Community

8/4/26 Harold Stonecipher passed away peacefully on August 4th, 2026, at 89 years old. Born May 22, 1937 in Syracuse. Harold was one of ten children. After attending local high school, he enlisted in the National Guard. He went on to hold jobs at the RE Dietz company as well as the Onondaga County Water Department. He met his future wife Rosemary (Kotlarz, d. 2022, 83 yo) from Skaneateles in 1957 while she worked at the Sylvania Company in Camillus. The two lived together o

7/22/26 Howard Edward Roberts 90, passed away at home in Dade City Florida with his wife Betsy by his side. Howard was a long-time resident of Skaneateles. Howard was a school bus driver for Skaneateles Central Schools for over 13 years. He also worked with Trabold and Russell Garage as well as a plumbing, heating & electrical contractor. In addition, Howard was the first Code Enforcement Officer in the Town of Skaneateles. Howard was also a Sales Representative for You

7/25/26 Alan (Al) F. Coates, 95, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, July 25th surrounded by many family members. Al was born in Rome, NY on October 31, 1930 to the late Freda & Willis M. Coates. Al grew up on a small farm in Camden, NY and loved riding horses. He graduated from Camden Central high school in 1948 where he was involved in many school activities and sports. He went on to graduate from Syracuse University School of Forestry and later enlisted in the US

7/27/26 Hilda Loveless, 97 of Skaneateles passed away on Monday, July 27th at the Iroquois Nursing Home in Jamesville. She was born on August 21, 1928 in Latvia, Europe. Hilda was a long-time member of the Eastern Star, volunteered at Auburn Memorial Hospital for many years, member of Holy Trinity Church in Skaneateles and she enjoyed traveling. She was pre-deceased by her husband Gaylord in 2014 and her parents Leopold and Irene Cimermanis. Survived by her daughters Patr

7/23/26 Kathryn Anne Lovier, 79, of Skaneateles, New York passed away peacefully on July 23, 2026 after a brief and unexpected turn in her health. She was surrounded by her loved ones in her final hours and her family takes great comfort in knowing that she is now at peace. Born on June 4, 1947 in Rome, New York, Kathy was the proud daughter of Stanley H. and Anne Trela Drisgula. She was a member of Transfiguration Catholic Church and a 1965 graduate of Rome Free Academy

7/13/26 Carl William Gerst, Jr., of Skaneateles, New York, died on July 13, 2026, at the age of 88, six days short of his 89th birthday. He had lived three and a half years without Anna Marie, his wife of 63 years and the woman whose name he built into his life's work. He was, to everyone who knew him, a man who always showed up. He was there for his children, his community, his faith, and his family, and he did what mattered without needing anyone to notice. Carl was born

7/14/26 Maria G. Krause, 103, of Skaneateles passed away on Tuesday, July 14th at Northwoods Nursing Home in the village of Moravia. Maria was originally from Cleveland, Ohio. She enjoyed volunteering her time at the St. James Thrift Shop for over 50 years in Skaneateles. She also worked for many years at the First National Gifts store in Skaneateles, NY. She loved playing golf, helping out with the library drive and spending time with her friends. She was predeceased by h

7/13/26 Denise Lynn Wieliczka Richards, 68, entered peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on July 13, 2026, after courageously battling Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP). While the disease gradually weakened her body, it never diminished her unwavering faith, her love for her family, or the joy and kindness she shared with everyone blessed to know her. Born on June 29, 1958, in Manchester, Connecticut, Denise was the beloved daughter of Janet Wieliczka and t

7/10/26 Sandra A. Patrick, age 86, of Skaneateles, New York, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 10th, reuniting with her husband Ron on his 87th birthday. She leaves behind a legacy of deep faith, devotion, and love for her family, neighbors, and friends. She was born on February 27, 1940, in Auburn, New York, to parents John and Marian Page Shores. She was a proud graduate of Skaneateles Central School District and a lifelong resident of the Skaneateles community. San

7/7/26 David S. Cutten, 73, of Skaneateles, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026, surrounded by his family. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and friend whose kindness and warm personality left a lasting impression on all who knew him. He enjoyed being surrounded by family and friends and was happiest when everyone was together. He had a lifelong love of golf, hunting, and fishing, especially the many trips he shared with his family in Nova Scotia. His lo

July 7, 2026 Richard Ottman, known affectionately as Dick or Papa, was a man of unwavering conviction, a deep love for God, and an even deeper devotion to his family. He was born on August 9, 1938, in Carlisle, NY, to parents Roy and Irene Ottman. Richard grew up in Cobleskill, NY. He graduated from Alfred University, where he also participated in the US Army ROTC program. While attending college, he and his wife, Lynn, were married and began building friendships that woul

6/30/26 Linda Lee Van Holtz, 70 of Skaneateles Falls passed away on Tuesday, June 30th at Upstate University Hospital. Linda was a graduate of Skaneateles High School, Class of 1973, and went on to graduate from SUNY Geneseo in 1976. She worked for 21 years at the Post Office, where she was known for her kindness, dedication, and warm personality. Linda was married to her beloved husband, Bruce, for 45 years. More than anything, Linda loved her family and everyone around h

6/6/26 Charles Lewis Foltz, 86, of Elbridge, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on the evening of June 6, 2026. Born on September 11, 1939, in Locke, New York, Charlie was the son of Jesse Earl Foltz and Ida Mae Chapman Foltz. He was the eighth of nine children and graduated from Moravia High school in 1957. He grew up in the Town of Sennett near Auburn, New York, where he developed a lifelong passion for sports. Basketball and Baseball were among his g

6/10/26 Margaret "Peggy" K. Scarpace, age 85, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026. Born on September 15, 1940, and raised in Skaneateles, New York, Peggy later made her home in Dearborn, Michigan, where she devoted herself to raising her family and building a life filled with love, friendship, and service. Peggy lived a remarkable and meaningful life. She proudly served her country in the United States Air Force, retiring honorably with the rank of Captain. As a Vietnam

6/7/26 Kathleen Jane (Benigni) Bullion, 68, surrounded by family, passed into The Lord's House on June 7th after battling a very long illness. Born in Saint Mary’s, Pennsylvania October 11th, 1957, moved to Elbridge NY, then to Ossining, NY, 1965, and then returned to Elbridge, 1967. Kathy lost her father and grandfathers within a year in eighth grade, providing the impetus for her becoming a candy striper at Auburn Hospital during high school. Following graduation from Jor

6/4/26 Phillip Haines, 57, died peacefully Thursday, June 4th, surrounded by his family. A lifelong resident of the hamlet of Borodino, Phil’s love of community was only surpassed by his love for his family. Phil and his brother Brad were co-owners of Borotek, a local excavation company. He also partnered with his brothers Brad and Kevin to form Boroland Farm. A mechanical genius, he could find or create parts to repair almost anything. Growing up on a farm instilled in Phil

6/3/26 Steven Lee Short, 15, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at home in the arms of his loving father. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at The River Church in Panhandle, Texas. Graveside services will be held at 10 am on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Owasco Rural Cemetery in Owasco, New York. A celebration of his life will follow the graveside service at Grace Chapel in "The Barn" at noon in Skaneateles, NY. Steven was born on September

6/2/2026 Esther Marcella Brock, 100, of Skaneateles, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026, at Finger Lakes Center for Living. Esther was a remarkable woman whose kindness, generosity, and joyful spirit touched countless lives. She possessed a rare gift for making people feel welcomed, valued, and loved. To her family, friends, and all who knew her, Esther was a bright and steady light—a truly special human being whose presence made the world a better place. Her love, wisd

July 6, 1926 – May 22, 2026 Nick Rossi gave life his all. He passed peacefully in his sleep of natural causes at home on May 22, 2026, after a short and swift decline. He had been ambulatory with a cane and then briefly with a walker and some assistance until just five days prior. His wife Linda was by his side and his family was with him constantly in his final days; his eyes were happily fixed on baseball games on TV less than two days before he died. Nicholas A. Ross

5/25/26 Harley Collard, 54, of Auburn passed away peacefully after an evening watching The Simpsons, one of his favorite shows, with his wife on Sunday, May 24th. Harley was born in Dunoon Scotland to John and Margaret (Gormley) Collard. He was a graduate of Skaneateles High School, class of 1991, and the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. He worked at Nucor for more than two decades, most recently in purchasing. Harley could always lighten any heavy moment with a joke or a jig.