All Obituaries

AUBURN - Betty A. Tomandl headed for tee time at the Big Golf course in the sky on July 6, 2020. There she joined her late husband John for a round of golf along with the late Doug and Helen Clark to complete their fearsome foursome! She was born in Seward, Nebraska on April 12, 1924 to the late Floyd and Agnes (Zeleny) Dowding. She was employed by Red Star Express Lines until her retirement in 1986. She then worked at Dutch Hollow CC for 7 years planting their flowers. She loved golf, cats...

Joan Elaine Dawley (Berry),“Joanie”, 63 of Auburn, NY passed away peacefully yet unexpectedly July 4th, 2020 in the comfort of her home. Joan was born at Auburn Memorial Hospital on July 24th, 1956. She was one of the eleven daughters of the late Gerald Paul Sr. and Mildred Jean (Day) Berry. She was employed at Maxwell’s Food Store for many years and was well known to her neighborhood. Joanie, “Bones”, or even “Granny” was a very welcoming, and...

John J. Cimildora passed away suddenly at Upstate University Hospital, Syracuse, with his wife Jeanne by his side, on Saturday, July 4, 2020. He was a life resident of Auburn, and a 25-year resident of the Town of Sennett. He was the son of the late Joseph & M. Joan (Mullally) Cimildora. He is survived by his wife, Jeanne Del Favero and was married for 24 years. John served four years in the US Air Force in the Military Police, K-9 Division. John worked for the NYS Dept. of Corrections,...

John J. Neville, 78, of Auburn passed away on June 28, 2020 at Auburn Community Hospital surrounded by his family. John was born in Cortland, New York on March 21, 1942 to the late George Thomas Sr. and Frances Langhorst Neville. After graduating from Mount Carmel High School, John proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.  He retired from the Department of Motor Vehicles after 30 years of employment, during which he met the love of his life,...

Charles E. “CJ” Henry Jr. , 36, of Weedsport, passed away Friday, June 26, 2020.Charles was born in Swainsboro, Georgia on  September 7, 1983. CJ graduated from Jordan Elbridge High School and then attended  electrical school. He proudly served his Country with The United States Army from 2006-2010. CJ loved spending time outdoors fishing and hunting.  CJ is survived by his mother and step father, Sandy and Greg Badgley; his father, Charles Henry Sr., his son...

      Peter Swank, 57, of Auburn, passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2020. Peter was born in Auburn on June 1, 1963, to the late Vincent E. and Shirley Derby Swank. Peter was a hard worker, he never missed a day and always gave his all. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan, and enjoyed playing golf and pool. Peter was a collector of Swords and loved Game of Thrones. Peter is survived by his daughter, Christine Swank; his sisters Sandra (Bryan) St. Clair and Anne (Louie)...

Shirley B. Smith, 90 of Owasco, passed away peacefully at her home on Owasco Lake on Sunday, June 21, 2020 (Father’s Day) joining her recently deceased husband of 70 years. Shirley was born in Auburn, the daughter of the late William Burke and Clairabell Emlaw. Mrs. Smith retired as Director of Auburn Community Residence where she dedicated her professional career to caring for those with special needs. She was loved by the residents who often referred to her as Mommy.   She took...

David C. Atkinson, 82, of Van Anden Street in Auburn, passed away on June 21, 2020 at the Commons on St. Anthony. Born in Syracuse on May 8, 1938, David was the son of the late Charles and Mildred JayCox Atkinson. David owned and operated Atkinson Masonry in Oswego NY. He donated land and built the Vonley volunteer fire station 2, and made many renovations to the Minetto Catholic Church. David had a love for horses and dogs. He was very family oriented and enjoyed time spent with his family....

Lila K. Fields, 93, of Weedsport, passed away on June 20, 2020 at The Commons on St. Anthony in Auburn, NY. Born in Port Byron on September 2, 1926, Lila was the daughter of the late Elmer and Ada McGetrick Kerns. Lila graduated from Port Byron Central School in 1944 and SUNY Potsdam in 1948, where she majored in Elementary Education and minored in Music. She taught elementary school in the area for several years. Lila had a lifelong love of music. She began work as a church organist at age...

Julia Bayus of  Auburn peacefully passed away on Monday, June 15, 2020, at the Commons on St. Anthony. Born in 1918, Julia was a life resident of Auburn and the daughter of the late Aftan and Helen Tarby Bayus.  She was a graduate of Auburn Senior  High School and worked at the H.R. Wait Company where she was a buyer and corporate secretary. Julia was a member of St. Mary's Church. Julia is survived by her brothers,  Albert (Frances) and Victor (Mary Jane); a special...