All Obituaries

Lillian Mae (Fischer) Roche Lillian (Susie) Roche, age 92, died peacefully at home in Union Springs on October 17, 2021. Lillian was born to Paul and Lillian Fischer on August 9, 1929, and grew up in Geneva with her sister Rosemary Dodsworth. Susie worked at the Geneva Telephone office. Susie met her husband Edward (Ed) Maurice Roche at Reva Rollerdome in Auburn and they married on December 27, 1950. Ed and Susie remained avid roller skaters well into their 70’s. Susie spent several...

Debra L. Rich, 69, of Auburn, went home to be with her LORD on Sunday, October 17, 2021 at the Commons. She was the daughter of the late William Rich Sr. and Betty Mazzeo. Debra helped many people over the years working as a drug and alcohol rehab counselor for Baden Street Settlement in Rochester. She was a member of the Harmony United Methodist Church in Harford, NY.   She loved being funny, laughing and telling jokes.  Debra was a compassionate and giving heart and she...

Collin Ward O'Hara October 11, 2000- October 13, 2021 Collin lived a very full and meaningful life as an avid lover of the outdoors, a talented woodworker, and close to his family who loved and will miss him tremendously.  In his company, his intelligence, and sense of humor were enjoyed and valued by all. Collin was a uniquely sensitive young man with a caring spirit who made relationships special. His interests and talents were in common with his great-grandfather, Ward...

Grant A. Madill, 77 of Auburn, passed away on October 5th, 2021 after a long illness. Grant was born May 13, 1944 to the late Floyd Gray and Helen Barkeley Madill. Grant was a veteran of the Army serving during the Vietnam War. He is survived by, Daughters:       Barbara, Allison and Taylor Adopted Daughter:     Sarah In addition to his parents, Grant was predeceased by his three infant children, and his cat Muffins. There will be a...

Carl “Woody” E. Woodman, 66, of Auburn, passed away on Monday, October 11, 2021 at home peacefully in his sleep.  Carl was born in Auburn was son of the late George and Mary Smoke Woodman Jr and raised by his sister Ann Smoke and brother-in-law Roger Jorgensen. Carl worked for 50 years as a mason for the city of Auburn and spent the last year enjoying retirement with his wife and family. He is survived by, Wife:     Lynda...

Marshall J. Trapp, 78, of Auburn, passed away on Saturday, September 4, 2021 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. He was the son of the late Marshall Trapp. Marshall was a hardworking man and there was no job to hard or too small.   He is survived by, Children:              Patrick Ware, James Trapp, Jessie Trapp, David Trapp and Jennifer...

Gregory J. Shutter, 74, of Union Springs passed away on Friday, October 8, 2021 at Auburn Community Hospital. He was the son of the late Clarence and Lorraine Walter Shutter. Greg was veteran of the Navy serving in the Vietnam War from 1965-1969. He was a member of the Union Springs American Legion for many years. Greg was franchise owner of Archway Cookie Distributorship, worked for Pepsi as a driver and Troy’s Marina as the manager. He loved fishing, boating on Cayuga Lake and being...

Judy Kay Furness passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 27th, 2021, surrounded by her family. Born in Buffalo, on December 21st, 1941, Judy was an only child. She is predeceased by her parents, John and Sibyl (Bridges) Fitzsimmons. Judy leaves behind a loving husband, Ken, three children, John, Julie (Pete), and Steven (Bobbi-Jo), two daughter in-laws, Anita Furness and Teresa Greene, five grandchildren Larissa, Kenny, Adam, Michaela, and Alden, one greatgrandchild, Alex, and her...

Richard A. Reed, of Auburn, 52, passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at Auburn Community Hospital. He was a loving and caring friend. Rick was also a thoughtful and outgoing to others. He will be sadly missed. He is survived by, Two Brothers:    Gary McCarthy and Kevin Allen Richard was predeceased by his mother Cheryl Reed. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Condolences may be made at www.brewfuneralhome.com    

Joanne B. Pickard, 78, of Auburn, passed away on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at the Auburn Community Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Raymond and Bernice Grover Leonard. Joanne enjoyed doing crochet, going to the casino and long car rides. Joanne lived in Melone Village for 37 years and was known as mother and grandmother by many. She is survived by, 10 Children:       Penny Wahl, Tracey Leonard Pickard, Delos E. Pickard Jr. (Becky), Dorothy Raymond...