Irene Pinczak Kitt, 59 of Burt Avenue, Auburn died at her home. Born in Syracuse, Irene retired as a nurse from Auburn Nursing Home.   She is survived by one son Benjamin Kitt and his wife Stephanie of Auburn; and former husband Thomas Kitt and his wife Kathy of Camillus. In addition to her parents Michael and Oksana Pinczak, Irene was predeceased by her step sister Ivanka Billman.   Friends are invited to join the family for a service to be conducted Wednesday, October...

Nancy A. Stevens, 78 of Dunning Avenue, Auburn was called home by her angels and entered into eternal peace with the Lord on September 4, 2019 with her spouse and children at her side. Nancy was a hard worker and dedicated her life to her beloved children and grandchildren. She was an avid Yankee fan and in addition, she enjoyed couponing, cross-word puzzles and bingo. Nancy is survived by her spouse of 55 years Joseph P. Tortorello; six children, Kim Stevens, Bonnie Stevens, Jeff (Julie)...

Diana M. Amelias Sobus, 88 of the Boyle Center, Auburn died Sunday, September 1, in Rochester. A native of Albany, Diana lived most of her life in Auburn. For many years, she served as the manager and wedding coordinator at the Springside Inn. She owned and operated Diana's Restaurant on Market Street and retired as the manager of the kitchen at Cayuga Community College. Civically minded, she volunteered her time with numerous organizations throughout the...

Bruce E. Watkins Sr., 76 of Auburn went to our Lord Sunday, July 28, 2019. Bruce was employed by Leonardi Manufacturing and retired from SL Auburn. He is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Frances Loperfido Watkins; his son Bruce Watkins Jr. (Karen); daughter Lisa Tkacz (John); step daughters Lisa Utterback and Lori Fleet; 10 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; his 3 beloved cats Rascal, Luigi and Tom; brother Don; sister Diane Colandro; and several nieces and nephews. In...

Rosetta M Fiorenzo, 86 of Highland Street Extension, Auburn, New York, died Friday July 12th, 2019, at her home, surrounded by her caring and compassionate family.  Rosa was born in Mazra Del Vallo, Sicily, the daughter of the late Vincenzo and Maria Micelli.  Rosa had spent most of her life in Auburn and was a communicant of Saint Francis Church, where she was a member of their Sacred Heart Society.  She was a talented woman, and worked locally at TRW Manufacturing and Ideal...

Ella Pearl Testa, 99, our mother and our rock was born in San Antonio, TX, has passed away July 3, 2019 at her home in Auburn, surrounded by her loved ones. She was welcomed with open arms into the pearly gates to be reunited with her family from Texas and her large, Italian family from New York. Ella served as an Army Sergeant during WWII. She held the flag at the head of her platoon at the train carrying the casket of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, stopping in Chattanooga, TN. As...

Doreen Verdi Pitcheralle, 63, a longtime resident of Mechanicville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 20, 2019, at her home surrounded by her loving family following a brief and determined battle with cancer. Born and raised in Auburn, she is the daughter of late Burton S. Verdi and Constance Lombardo Verdi. Doreen was a graduate of the Auburn High School class of 1974. She worked many years in the NYS Office of General Services as an executive administrator. Doreen enjoyed traveling...

Neal Allen McCall, 60 of Auburn, went home to be with the Lord on June 6, 2019. Born September 13, 1958 the son of John McCall and the late Gladys Freeman McCall, Neal had a great personality and loved to use his hands to create master pieces both residential and commercial. In addition to his father, he is survived by a daughter Melissa Bullock (Lamar); son Cody Seamans; brother John McCall; sister Janice Regis; 3 grandchildren Brianna Newton, Kemari Bullock and Mariah Bullock. In...

Edward T. DeTomaso, 62 the husband of Melody Hoag DeTomaso of Auburn died Tuesday, June 4 in his home, surrounded by his loving family. A native of Auburn, Ed worked as an HVAC Technician and was the go-to guy with questions regarding residential heating and air conditioning. He enjoyed golfing, bowling and was a long standing member of the Auburn Bowling Association. Above all, Ed was very proud of his children and loved spending time with his entire...

Gary Loudon, 63, lost his battle with cancer on May 31, 2019. Lifetime employee of Pengate Handling Systems. A 25 year member of the Homer Elks Lodge, an avid golfer and sports enthusiast. Beloved Husband, father and grandfather.   He is survived by his wife, Karen (Goebel), 3 children, Gary (Francesca), Shana, and Tyler (Jasmine), step children, Teira Goebel Brown (Matt), Hailey, Terry, 7 grandchildren: Arex, Trent, Maya, Joey, Alexandra, Charlie and Lucas. 5 sibling: Sharon, Don...