All Obituaries

Helen L. Fennessy Bush, 87 of Bluefield Manor, Auburn died October 11, 2020 in Auburn Community Hospital. Born in Auburn to the late Henry and Clara Simon Fennessy, Helen worked as a Nurses Aide at Seneca Falls Hospital and was a communicant of St. Alphonsus Church.  She is survived by her five sons, Kenneth Jr. of CA, Richard and his wife Sue of VA, Paul and his wife Sharon of NC, Douglas and his wife Karen of Rochester and John and his wife Jennifer of TX; 14 grandchildren; 6 great...

Shawn E. Coyle, 59, of Weedsport passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 10, 2020. Shawn was born on March 7, 1961, in Auburn to the late Richard and Dorothy Johnson Coyle. He graduated from Weedsport High School and was employed with McQuay for 20years. Shawn then owned and operated Nickel Back Jacks in Weedsport. He truly enjoyed visiting with his customers. He was a kind soul with a heart of gold, whenever he received a tip he would donate it to the local food pantry.  Shawn...

Edward J. Trouesdale, 63, of Auburn, passed away at Auburn Community Hospital on October 9, 2020. Edward was born in Syracuse, NY on November 20, 1956, the son of the late Beverly McKeeby. He enjoyed fishing and spending time outdoors.  Edward is survived by his son, Matthew Trouesdale; his step daughter, Breanne Forsythe; his companion, Maxine Dodrill; his sisters, Debra (Jim) Sochia, Kat Trouesdale, Shelly (Rick) Pitcher and Donna (Greg Simmons) Baker and many nieces and nephews....

Kathleen T. Ball 71, the wife of the late Robert "Bob" Ball of Hamilton St., Weedsport passed away Thursday, October 8th at her home. Born in Auburn, Kathleen lived most of her life in Auburn and Weedsport. She was a graduate of Central High School, class of 1967 and retired in 2008 from the Cayuga County DMV after 30 years of service. She enjoyed singers Elvis and Clint Black, but above all, loved following Derek Jeter and the New York Yankees, never missing watching or...

Richard "Rich" E. Piascik, 64, of Weedsport, passed away peacefully with his daughters by his side on September 24, 2020 at the Matthew House, after a brief battle with cancer. Rich was born in Syracuse on October 8, 1955 to the late Anthony and Rose Hetnar Piascik. Richard was a member of the Weedsport Rod and Gun Club, and was a true outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. He enjoyed arrow head collecting, Pabst Blue Ribbon and classic rock. Rich was predeceased by...

Anne “Nancy” B. Delaney of Aurelius, New York peacefully passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2020 while at her nephew David’s home surrounded by her family at her side. Nancy was born in Auburn, New York on August 21, 1939, to the late Arlene and Francis Cunningham. She graduated from Union Springs High School. Soon after, she became employed at General Electric where she met her husband, David Delaney. Nancy was then employed as a secretary for the Cayuga County...

Nancy J. Hussey, May 31, 1954- September 21, 2020   Nancy Hussey left us on September 21, 2020, leaving a legacy of easygoing charm and love that will be immeasurably missed by her family, friends, and community. Born Nancy Jean Farrell, she hailed from Troy, NY, made Auburn her home, and was proud of her Irish heritage. Nancy was pre-deceased by her father Thomas Farrell,  her brother Daniel Farrell, and her sister in spirit Christine Foltz. Her loving and surviving family...

Connie Little, 61, of Hillview Dr., Union Springs, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020.  Connie was full of life, she had an infectious laugh and loved to make people happy. She enjoyed singing and dancing. She had a love for Disney, especially Mickey Mouse. To know Connie was to love her, she will be deeply missed by all.  Services will be held privately at White Chapel Funeral Home Inc.,Auburn  

Harold G. “Butch” Warner Jr., 74, formerly of Moravia, passed away peacefully at his home in Fleming on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2020. Mr. Warner was born in Cortland NY on Sept. 2, 1946, to the late Harold G. Warner Sr. and  June Todd Pelkey. He was retired from NYS DOT and for many years he enjoyed spending the winters in Florida with his wife. Butch is survived by his loving family, his wife of 55 years, Lorinda Gunn Warner; his children, Matthew Warner, Rebecca (Ernest)...

Esther L. Reed Hadden ,93, of Savannah passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at Finger Lakes Center for Living, Auburn.  Esther was born on the family farm on Ferris Rd, on June 14, 1927, daughter of the late Edwin Legg Reed and Adah Judson Reed.  Esther worked at Gallo's Store in Wolcott for 64 years. She enjoyed talking with all the customers. Esther retired in 2009 to spend time with her husband Russell, the love of her life.  They had celebrated their 63rd...