Obituaries

Frederick L. Galletti Jr.

Frederick L. Galletti Jr.

October 22, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend, Frederick L. Galletti, Jr. on October 22, 2024. He was born in Seneca Falls, the second of four siblings to the late Frederick Galletti, Sr. and Mary (Pioli) Galletti where he resided his entire life. Fred attended St. Patrick's School...

Thomas E. Durling

Thomas E. Durling

October 21, 2024

Thomas Durling, 79, husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester on Monday, October 21st, 2024. There will be no calling hours. There will be a graveside service with full military honors on Monday, October 28th at 11AM at NY State Veterans Cemetery – Finger Lakes. A humble man with a big heart for...

Lawrence J. Scesny, Sr.

Lawrence J. Scesny, Sr.

October 19, 2024

Lawrence J. Scesny Sr., 80, of Waterloo, died on Saturday, October 19th, 2024 at Geneva General Hospital after a brief illness. A private service for Larry will be held at the convenience of his family. Donations in his memory may be directed towards Beverly Animal Shelter at beverlyanimalshelter.com or to Seneca County House of Concern at houseofconcern.org.

Lawrence was born in...

Elaine Granger Ritter

Elaine Granger Ritter

October 15, 2024

Elaine Granger Ritter, of Gravel Rd., passed away at her home on Tuesday, October 15th, 2024. Elaine’s wishes were to be cremated and for no prior calling hours. A memorial service will be held at 11 AM at the First Presbyterian Church of Seneca Falls, 23 Cayuga St, on Tuesday, October 22nd, which she was an active member of. In...

Andrew Filipek

Andrew Filipek

October 15, 2024

Andrew Filipek, 69, formerly known as “Andy”, longtime resident of Seneca Falls, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, October 15th, 2024. In keeping with Andrew’s wishes, a private service will be held at the convenience of his family.

Andrew was born in Krakow, Poland, the only child of the late Jan and Stanislawa (Smutek) Filipek. Andrew was a lifelong...

Michael C. Pedersen

Michael C. Pedersen

October 8, 2024

Michael C. Pedersen, 74, passed unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, October 8th, 2024. In keeping with Mike’s wishes, his services will be held privately at the convenience of his family.

Mike was born in Clifton Springs, the only son of Willey and Elizabeth (Pease) Pedersen. He grew up in Stanley and Rochester where he graduated from East High School, Class...

Robert J. Thomas

Robert J. Thomas

September 29, 2024

Robert J. Thomas, 82, longtime resident of Seneca Falls, passed away in the early hours of Sunday, September 29th, 2024, after a long illness. A graveside service will be held for Bob on October 19th at 10am, at Pine Hill Cemetery in Throop where he will be laid to rest next to his late wife, Ellen.

Bob was born in Montezuma,...

John E. Dekanski

John E. Dekanski

September 18, 2024

John E. Dekanski, 63, of Seneca Falls and previously of Niagara Falls, passed away at his home on Wednesday, September 18th, 2024, doing what he loved, being outdoors. At his request, there are no public services.

John was born in Canada, the son of the late Edward and Dorothy (Mentley) Dekanski. He grew up in Cheektowaga, NY before moving to Niagara...

Barbara S. (Stone) Rhinehart

Barbara S. (Stone) Rhinehart

September 18, 2024

Barbara S. Rhinehart, longtime resident of Seneca Falls, passed with her family by her side, on Wednesday, September 18th, 2024. A visitation will be held on Monday, September 23rd from 4 – 7 PM at Doran Funeral Home, 4 East Bayard St., Seneca Falls. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 24th, at 11 AM at the funeral...

Timothy J. Kelsey

Timothy J. Kelsey

September 17, 2024

Timothy J. Kelsey, 46, lifelong resident of Seneca Falls, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, September 17th, 2024. Friends and relatives are invited to call on Sunday, September 22nd from 1 – 4 PM, with a funeral service to immediately follow at Doran Funeral Home, 4 East Bayard St., Seneca Falls. Private burial will take place at Canoga...

James A. Milella Jr.

James A. Milella Jr.

September 11, 2024

James A. Milella Jr., 93, lifelong resident of Seneca Falls, passed away, surrounded by his family, at his home on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, September 21st at 11 AM at St. Patrick’s Church, 97 West Bayard St., Seneca Falls. Burial will follow in St. Columbkille Cemetery. Donations in memory may...

Russell J. Pullano

Russell J. Pullano

August 22, 2024

Russell J. Pullano, 71, passed away peacefully at home on August 22, 2024. There will be no calling hours. Service and burial will be private at the convenience of the family.

Russell was born on April 27, 1953, the son of Frank and Virginia (Lagana) Pullano. He graduated from DeSales High School in 1971, and later attended SUNY Brockport.

The oldest of...

Terri L. (Lazar) Brennan

Terri L. (Lazar) Brennan

August 12, 2024

My beautiful child, my angel, my daughter, Terri Lazar Brennan passed away on Monday, August 12th, 2024. A private funeral service was held on Sunday, August 18th at Doran Funeral Home, Seneca Falls. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the funeral home staff for taking such good care of Terri and making her look so...

Nancy A. (Baker) Milliman

Nancy A. (Baker) Milliman

August 10, 2024

Waterloo- Nancy A. Milliman, 78 of Waterloo and Romulus, NY went to be with her Lord on August 10, 2024 after enduring two extended illnesses. She is survived by her husband David Milliman, son Timothy (Sarah), daughter Kathleen (Nick), brother James (Carol) Baker, and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. She is predeceased by her parents James and Elsie (Edgett) Baker...

Ronald A. Sandroni

Ronald A. Sandroni

August 9, 2024

Ronald A. Sandroni, 94, lifelong resident of Seneca Falls, passed away peacefully at Seneca Nursing and Rehab on Friday, August 9th, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family. Visitation will be Monday, August 19th from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Doran Funeral Home, 4 East Bayard St., Seneca Falls. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated that...

Peter M. Eisenberg

Peter M. Eisenberg

August 3, 2024

Peter M. Eisenberg, 76, of Seneca Falls, passed away on Saturday, August 3rd, 2024, doing what he loved most, working to serve others. Visitation will be Sunday, August 11th from 2 – 6 PM at Doran Funeral Home, 4 East Bayard St., Seneca Falls. A funeral service, officiated by Pastor Dave Underwood of Waterloo Baptist Church, will be held on...

Robert L. Bardo

Robert L. Bardo

July 30, 2024

Robert L. Bardo, 90, of Seneca Falls, died at Pathway Home of the Finger Lakes on Tuesday, July 30th, 2024 with his sons by his side. Calling Hours will be on Tuesday, August 6th, 2024 from 10AM – 12 NOON with a funeral service to follow at Doran Funeral Home, 4 East Bayard St., Seneca Falls. Interment will follow in...

Lisa B. Watts

Lisa B. Watts

July 27, 2024

Lisa Watts, 49, of Seneca Falls, passed away at her home on Saturday, July 27th, 2024. A time for family and friends to gather will be on Thursday, August 8th from 4 – 6 PM at Doran Funeral Home, 4 East Bayard St., Seneca Falls.

Lisa was born in Schenectady, NY, the daughter of Robert and the late Mary (Evangelisti) Watts....

E. "Bucky" Knowlton III

E. "Bucky" Knowlton III

July 27, 2024

E. “Bucky” Knowlton III, 62, of Waterloo, unexpectedly passed at his home on Saturday, July 27th, 2024. All services are private, held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial trees in Bucky’s memory can be ordered here.

Bucky was born in Waterloo, to the late Ernest and Patricia (Altemari) Knowlton. He worked for various construction companies in...

Gary A. Goodman

Gary A. Goodman

July 22, 2024

Gary A. Goodman, 68, of Seneca Falls, passed unexpectedly on July 22nd, 2024. A time for friends and relatives to gather and celebrate the life of Gary will be held on Wednesday, July 31st from 12 Noon – 2 PM at Doran Funeral Home, 4 East Bayard St., Seneca Falls.

Gary was born 1 of 7 kids to the late Ace...