Jillian M. Stier's Obituary
Jillian M. Stier, 35, of N. Syracuse, passed away unexpectedly at her home on October 31, 2022. She was born in Syracuse and graduated from Paul V. Moore High School. She received her bachelor’s degree in history from University of Buffalo and worked at Specialty Welding alongside her father she loved so much. Jillian was an unapologetic, hilarious, and an all-around genuine person. She loved animals and spending time with family, friends and her boyfriend Michael.
She was predeceased by her grandparents, Diane and Donald Lewis; her grandfather, Jay Kelsey; and her aunt, Jeanne Dupri.
Jillian is survived by her parents, Jacqueline (Kelsey) and Randal J. Stier, Sr., her brother, Randal J. Stier, Jr., her sister, Kelly M. Stier; her longtime companion, Michael Wojenski; paternal grandmother, Joan Stier; a nephew, Randal James III; her niece, Emmalyn P. Stier; sister-in-law, Antoinette L. Stier, and her dog, Finnigan.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2022 from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, followed by a funeral service in celebration of Jillian’s life at 1:00 pm at the THOMAS J. PIRRO JR. FUNERAL HOME, 3401 Vickery Rd. (corner of Buckley Rd.) North Syracuse, NY, with burial in North Syracuse Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation 5005 Campuswood Dr., E. Syracuse, NY 13057 or CNY SPCA 5878 E. Molloy Rd., Syracuse, NY 13211.
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