Rock band announces beloved member has died at 36: ‘We are heartbroken’
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.
More from Leila →Reporter · Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM · 1 min read
Patrick Desiato, the bassist for the Philadelphia-based rock band Cheer Up Dusty, has died.