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Joseph Mollo
Oct 19, 2017
Mollo, Joseph A. "Bud"Rochester: Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on October 19, 2017 at the age of 84. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Leora; children, Lucy (Sean) McMahon, Christopher and Anthony (Amie Leszczynski) Mollo and Michelle (Paul) Simmons; grandchildren, Brendon, Ryan and Caitlin (McMahon), Weston, Dominic, Anthony and Lucas (Mollo), Paul, Nicholas,...
Julie Dambra
Oct 17, 2017
Dambra, Julie AnneGreece: October 17, 2017. Survived by her husband, Frank; her children, Christopher Oliveri and Nicole (Jeffrey) Macbay; step-children, Peter Dambra and Lisa Dambra; 2 grandchildren; especially Rachel Macbay; sister, Karen Fic of CA.Per Julie's request please wear bright clothing for calling hours and her Funeral Service because as she said "It's a Celebration".Friends may call Friday 4-7PM at...
Mary Jane Connolly
Oct 17, 2017
Connolly, Mary Jane (Stansell)Rochester: October 17, 2017 at age 90. Predeceased by husband, James; brother, Robert and sister, Elizabeth. Survived by children, Patricia (Peter) Frisch, Maureen (John) Lookabill, Joan (Ray) Draus, Kathleen (George) Sarkis, Tom (Mary) Connolly, Corrinne (Dan) Reed and Eileen Connolly Norton; 19 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. Friends may call TODAY 4-7 at Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond...
Michael Shea
Oct 17, 2017
Shea, Michael D.Greece: October 17, 2017. Survived by his sons, Michael and Timothy; several grandchildren; and his spiritual family at Holy Cross Church.Friends may attend his Memorial Mass, 11 AM Monday at Holy Cross Church. Private inurnment. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Holy Cross Church.
Charles Landry
Oct 16, 2017
Landry, Charles W.Greece: October 16, 2017. Survived by his wife of 65 years, Shirley; children, Janet (Raymond) Cardella, Roger (Laurie) Landry of CO; grandchildren, Jillian and Kristen Cardella, Grace and Ella Landry; nieces and nephews.Friends may call Saturday 2-4 at the Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond Road (between English & Latta). Funeral Service, 12:30 Sunday at the funeral home....
Sally Aschettino
Oct 10, 2017
Aschettino, Sally A.Greece: Oct. 10, 2017. Predeceased by husband, Angelo. Survived by daughters, Susan Burgo, Sandy (Mike) Montinarelli; grandchildren, Gary Burgo, Jr., Kristen Napolitano, Matt Montinarelli, Nick Montinarelli; great-grandchildren, Maria Napolitano, Leo Napolitano, Chase Burgo.Friends may call today 11-12 at Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond Rd. (between English and Latta), immediately followed by a Funeral Service at 12. Interment...
Bernard Ziegler
Oct 7, 2017
Ziegler, Bernard J.Rochester: October 7, 2017 at age 94. Predeceased by his wife, Loretta; siblings, Helen, Elizabeth, Charles, Ernie, Howard, Clarence and Nathan. Survived by several nieces and nephews and will be missed by many dear friends. Bernie had a love for dancing. He was a ballroom dance instructor in Rochester for many years.Friends may call Friday 4-7 at Farrell-Ryan...
Rita Hillengas
Oct 6, 2017
Hillengas, Rita L.(Hofmayr)Rochester: October 6, 2017 at age 98. Born in Rochester, New York on May 18, 1919, daughter of Louis J. and Rubertha (Dow) Hofmayr. Married in Rochester, New York September 26, 1946 to Ellison G. Hillengas. Graduate of Nazareth Academy.Worked as a telephone operator for Rochester Telephone Corporation, a counselor for Gannett Newspapers (Times Union), a school crossing...
Margaret Wischmeyer
Oct 5, 2017
Wischmeyer,Margaret J.Greece: Peg was received by God on October 5, 2017 at the age of 95. She was predeceased in 2008 by her beloved husband Francis (Jake). She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law Patricia Pickus, Joan (Edward A) Tydings, and Karen (George) Schwallie; grandchildren Elaine and Aaron (Marissa) Pickus, Edward F (Carmen), Jeffrey (Lisa), Michael (K-K-Katie) and Daniel...
Aleathea Mandell
Oct 2, 2017
Mandell, AleatheaRochester: October 2, 2017. Predeceased by her husband, Sy. Survived by her children, Richard (Margaret) Mandell, Patricia (Richard) Schwartz, Antoinette (William) Martin; grandchildren, Heather (Keith), Nicholas (Linda) Holly (Dave), Stephanie, Marc (Roxanna) and Paul; many great-grandchildren.Friends may call Thursday 4-8 at the Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond Rd. (Between English and Latta). Funeral Mass 9:30 Friday at Holy...
David Maloney
Sep 26, 2017
Maloney, David J.Greece: Passed peacefully on 9/26/17. Predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Kathryn; brother, Robert. Survived by his wife of 57 years, Gerry; children, Brian, Geoff, Sharon (Kevin) Coffua, Pamela (Jim) Cleary, Craig (Charlene); 9 grandchildren; brother-in-law, Bob. Dave was a 68 year member of Ridgemont Country Club, where he was a 13 time club champion. He was employed...
William Ferguson
Sep 23, 2017
Ferguson, William H.Hilton: Suddenly, September 23, 2017 at age 47. Predeceased by his mother, Carol Ferguson. Survived by his father, Harold Ferguson; sisters, Brenda (Jeff) Evarts, Christine C. Ferguson; nieces and nephews, Dylan, Jessica, Mykel, Brionna; his beloved dog, Patches; aunts, uncles, cousins. Billy loved camping, boating, skiing and cars. He was a master Auto Body Technician. He had a...
Josephine Dimauro
Sep 22, 2017
DiMauro, Josephine M. (Aunt Jo)Rochester: September 22, 2017. Predeceased by her husband, Nicholas; brother, Angelo Adamo; sister, Sarah Gallo. Survived by her sisters, Jennie Roncone and Margaret Micciche; nephew, Patsy (Cheryl) Gallo; as well as many other nieces, nephews and friends.Friends may call Monday 4-8 at the Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond Road (between English & Latta). Funeral Mass,...
Frederick Metzger, Jr.
Sep 20, 2017
Metzger, Frederick W. Jr.Rochester/Palm Bay, FL.: 7/28/53-9/20/17. Finally at peace. Survived by his parents, Frederick and Lorraine Metzger; siblings, Sharon Harrington, Judy (Tom) Lipovsky, Linda Hackett, Ann (Jim) Bunting, Ken (Julie) Metzger, Janine Layne; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews; and his beloved dog Chewie. Fred was a graduate of Cardinal Mooney H.S. who enjoyed music and fast cars.Services are...
Janet Wilson
Sep 18, 2017
Wilson, Janet M. Greece: Passed peacefully 9/18/2017. Predeceased by her husband, Ross James Wilson. Survived by children, Jennifer (Bill) Lombard and Stephanie Wilson (Neal Kavanaugh); grandchildren, Madison and Stephen; brother, Alan Myers; and many nieces and nephews. Janet was an active parishioner of Bethany Presbyterian Church and volunteered her time to numerous organizations. Friends may call Sunday 1-4 at Farrell-Ryan...
John Vollertsen
Sep 16, 2017
Vollertsen, John J.Greece: Passed peacefully 9/16/2017 surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his wife of over 50 years, Jane. Survived by his children, Jim, Janice, Jerri (Alex) Lushpinsky and John; grandchildren, Jim (Christi), Tracie, Laurie, Alexander (Deanna) and Anne; 2 great-grandchildren; special family friends, Dorene Kubiak and Renee Daniels; many nieces and nephews. Also predeceased by special friend, Gloria...
Emil Levar
Sep 13, 2017
Levar, Emil "Midge"Greece: Unexpectedly September 13, 2017. Survived by his children, Deborah Levar, Mark (Michelle) Levar of FL., Michael (Mollie) Levar of TX. and Marcelle (Ron) Van Patten; 4 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren. He was a former Pro Hockey Player, College and High School Hockey Referee. He also was a prominent land surveyor, loved to fish on Lake Ontario and in...
