Barbara A. (Bossone) Zogby

NEW HARTFORD – Barbara A. (Bossone) Zogby, age 77, is now at rest following an unexpected passing in the comfort and dignity of her home on Sunday, December 17, 2023. Barbara was born in Utica on June 26, 1946, the daughter of the late Ralph A. and Marie J. (Payne) Bossone. She was a graduate of T.R. Proctor High School/Class of 1964. She attended MVCC, receiving her degree in Business Administration. Barbara was married to the late Peter Salim Zogby on June 21, 1969, a union which blessed them with their three children. Barbara was once a dedicated employee at JOANN Fabric and Crafts. She was knowledgeable and possessed great expertise; her work there spanned 24 years and she was often remembered by the clientele for her guidance. She was a long-time member of the Oneida County and New Hartford Historical Societies and was a proud member of the community, educating and speaking about the history of the Mohawk Valley region she grew up in. She was also an election inspector for many years in New Hartford. She volunteered for Meals on Wheels as well as the Munson Williams Proctor Arts Institute where she enjoyed the exhibits and taking her children there for the learning experience. Of all the holidays, Christmas was her favorite. The parties at her sister Elaine’s on the 4th of July where the Payne family reunited were truly some of the most memorable times because she was able to reunite with relatives. Barbara was a fixture in the antiquing community and was a regular at the Madison Bouckville Antique Show every summer. In addition to antiques, she was a steadfast professional quilter and needlepoint expert. Her work was always on display, whether it be a pair of booties for a niece, a blanket for one of her grandsons, or a quilt given as a gift. That was a real passion of hers, she attended numerous shows and had countless friends in the quilting community. The biggest joy she had was cooking and the hundreds of mouths she fed throughout her years. She loved seeing her grandchildren and her pal and cooking buddy was her grandson Roman. When they would see each other, she often let him stir a boiling pot of pasta sauce, with just his diaper on, at the stove while standing on a chair. If there was empty counter space during a family gathering, she would make sure that spot eventually had some Italian appetizer on it to fill the space. Barbara’s faith was held deep in her heart. She was a great wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend. Barbara is survived by her children, Peter, Jr. and Angie Zogby, Amy Hope Zogby, and Paul and Amy Elizabeth Zogby; five grandchildren, Luke, Roman, and Eli Zogby; and Juliana, and Jordan Zogby; sister and brother-in-law, Elaine and Terrance A. “Terry” Chambrone; and brother and sister-in-law, Michael A. and Patricia Bossone (and Michael’s first wife, the late Carol L. (Mahardy) Bossone). She fondly remembered her brother, Richard “Ricky” Bossone, who passed away on September 25, 1994. She also leaves her memory to her nieces and nephews, Nicole and Loren Burns, Terrence and Melanie Chambrone; Michele and Christopher LaPierre, Andrea Bossone and Michael Montejano; Joe and Laurie Zogby, and Christopher and Ann Zogby; great-nieces, great-nephews, numerous cousins; and sister-in-law, Mary Zogby. She was preceded by her brother-in-law, Paul K. Zogby; as well as two younger sisters-in-law. She was blessed with great friends whom she treasured, Nancy DeGennaro, and the late Fran Eck. The family extends their gratitude to the New Hartford EMTs and Police for their outstanding respect and concern. Thanks as well to Dr. Scott Brehaut for his care and compassion while under his care. Visitation will be held on Friday, December 29, 2023 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Barbara’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence at 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of floral offerings, memorial contributions in Barbara’s honor may be made to the Epilepsy Foundation of America online at https://give.epilepsy.com/page/33651/donate/1; envelopes will also be available at the funeral home. Inurnment will take place in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Barbara A. (Bossone) Zogby

June 26, 1946 - December 17, 2023