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Roxanne L. Platt

Published on August 21, 2025

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UTICA/BOONVILLE- Roxanne L. Platt, 69, of Utica, formerly of Boonville, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at her home.

She was born on June 14, 1956 in Constableville, a daughter of Phyllis Persons Marks and the late Wilson Marks.  Roxanne grew up in Boonville, graduating from Adirondack High school in the class of 1974, furthering her education at Herkimer Community College, earning an Associates Degree in Human Services and Social Work.  Roxanne worked for Village Florals for 10 years while living in Cold Brook where she raised her family and for several years, she owned and operated Toll Gate Florist in downtown Boonville. 

Roxanne was a giver, from girl scouts, to coaching, and hosting parties for every occasion, she gave her whole heart to the ones she loved. Her children and grandchildren were her pride and joy and she loved them with all her being, sacrificing much in her life for them especially before her health problems escalated,as she loved bringing them to the park, church, Toys R Us, and the beach. Flowers were Roxanne’s passion and she found great joy in making people happy with floral arrangements, gifts, or even a few kind words. She loved her Abundant Life Church family and believed full-heartedly.

Roxanne is survived by her two children, Amber Platt (Luis Colon) and Tyler Platt (Carolyn Wooden); her mother, Phyllis Marks; five grandchildren; two siblings, Steve Marks and Ronna Gaetano; and nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by her father; and one brother, Eric Marks.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at Abundant Life Fellowship of Boonville.  There are no calling hours.  A celebration of life will immediately follow the service in the fellowship hall at the church. Those wishing to send flowers are kindly asked to order floral arrangements from Roxanne’s former place of employment, Flowers For You, of Poland, N.Y., online at www.polandnyflorist.com or by phone at (315) 794-1877. 

Arrangements are under the care of Mills Funeral Home of Boonville.

Condolences may be made to Roxanne’s family online at www.millsfuneralhomes.com.