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David Simmons
Sep 12, 2017
Simmons, David B.Irondequoit: David passed away suddenly on September 6, 2017, at the age of 63, while vacationing in Nevada. He is predeceased by his parents William & Erma Lou Simmons of Spencer, West Virginia. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Jean M. Tydings, and their daughter, Elizabeth Simmons. David is also survived by his daughters Julie...
Patrick Drexler
Sep 11, 2017
Drexler, Patrick JosephIrondequoit: Suddenly September 11, 2017 at age 57. Pat's generous, passionate spirit will be forever in our hearts. Predeceased by his parents, Jim and Mary Lou Drexler. Beloved brother of: Charlene (Eric) Hedger, David, Martha (Mark) Foster, Liz (Thomas) Wolff, Claire (Elissa Callister), Richard (Peg), Robert (Tammy), Jane (Phil) Solano. A loving uncle to his 18 nieces and...
Kevin Mckain
Sep 1, 2017
McKain, Kevin K. Esq.Greece: Unexpectedly September 1, 2017. Survived by his loving wife, Stephanie; children, Presley, Maddon, Charley and Graydon; parents, Joseph and Sandra McKain; sister, Kimberly (David) Good and brother, Joseph (Carrie) McKain; father and mother-in-law, Donald and Kathy Hill; sisters-in-law, Lisa (Chad) Newbauer and Stacey (Chad) Pike; nieces and nephews.Friends may attend a Funeral Service, 11:00 Thursday at...
John Bauer
Aug 29, 2017
Bauer, John J.Greece: August 29, 2017. Survived by his loving wife, Vasa Ann; daughters, Karen (Kurt) Opel, Barbara (James) Smith; grandchildren, Whitney Smith, Jordan Smith, Derek (Kara) Opel. John was a WWII Veteran, dedicated employee of Bausch & Lomb for 45 years, avid outdoorsman and expert craftsman. The family sincerely thanks the devoted staff at Crimson Ridge Gardens and Hildebrandt...
Helen Magee
Aug 25, 2017
Magee, Helen I.Greece: August 25, 2017. After a courageous battle with COPD at age 80. Predeceased by her son, Robert and sister, Loretta Richardson. Survived by her husband of 60 years, William; children, William (Diane) and Timothy (Terry); grandchildren, Brian and Meaghan, Donald Bo family; nieces, nephews, in-laws and many dear friends. Helen was a proud graduate of Our Lady...
Christina Lioi
Aug 21, 2017
Lioi, Christina M.Greece: August 21, 2017, at age 37 after a valiant battle with Breast Cancer. We say good-bye to a loving mother, devoted and compassionate friend to many. Predeceased by her father, John. She leaves behind 2 daughters, Mackinzy and Cathrine; mother, Elizabeth; companion and loving father to their children, Daniel Webster; brother, James (Allison) Lioi; sisters, Tracey (Joseph)...
Madlyn Collichio
Aug 20, 2017
Collichio, Madlyn F.Greece: 4/22/1937-8/20/2017.Predeceased by many brothers and sisters in laws. Survived by the love of her life, Michael A. Collichio, Sr. Children; Madlyn (Thomas) Emens, Michael (Erin) Collichio, Mark (Karen) Collichio, Marie (Bradford) Goater, Patricia Collichio (Angelo Gucciardo) Grace Collichio-Imperial, George and Ann Collichio, Mary Collichio. 12 Grandchildren, 11 Great Grandchildren. Many nieces, nephews and her beloved dog Louie....
Mary Tomassetti
Aug 16, 2017
Tomassetti, Mary R. (Delfino)Greece: Mrs. Mary R. (Delfino) Tomassetti 16 August 2017.Mary was born in Arenzano, Italy to parents Pietro and Maria Delfino. Mary attended school in Rome and became fluent in five languages. She taught languages, directed theater, and was an actress in Switzerland. There she met Dr. Louis P. Tomassetti where he was attending medical school. They married...
Rose Baglione
Aug 12, 2017
OLEAN, N.Y. — Rose M. Baglione, of Olean, N.Y., passed away on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2017. The daughter of the late Anthony and Margherita Ciampa, she was predeceased by her husband, Angelo on Sept. 17, 2013, whom she married on June 21, 1947 in Cuba, N.Y.A graduate of Bolivar Central School and Westbrook Business Academy in Olean, she was employed...
George Lamarca
Aug 11, 2017
LaMarca, George L.Greece: August 11, 2017. Survived by his wife of 55 years, Jean (Lanovara); children, Laurie (Dan) Morphet, David (Mindy) LaMarca, Janet (Emerson) Curtis; grandchildren, Courtney, Brooke, Brianna, Morgan, Chelsea, Nicole, Jack, Daniel, Spencer. He was a Vietnam Veteran.Friends may call Monday 4-7 at the Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond Rd. (between English and Latta). Funeral Mass 9:30...
Joseph Corona
Aug 10, 2017
Corona, Joseph M.Gates: August 10, 2017. Survived by his parents, Gina and Peter; brothers, Peter and Zachary; maternal grandparents, Joyce Miller and Pat Ballo;; paternal grandmother, Marilyn Murphy; cousins, Catherine, Kellie, Kristen, Justin, Julio, Leslie, Damian, Ariel, Robert, Isaiah and Alyssa; nephew, Cayden; several aunts, uncles; many close friends, team mates, extended family and dogs, Bo and Chloe. Joe was...
Zina Thomas
Aug 9, 2017
Thomas, Zina M. (Manzone)Rochester: August 9, 2017 at age 95. Predeceased by her husband, Charles; son-in-law, Bill Enright; grandson, Christopher Thomas; great-grandson, Gino Valle. Zina felt her greatest accomplishment in her life was her family and in her words "If all mothers had children like mine there would be peace in the world." She is survived by her children, Jackie...
Margaret Keenan
Aug 8, 2017
Keenan, Margaret K.Greece: August 8, 2017 at age 87. Predeceased by her husband, John (Bud). I passed from the land of the dying into the land of the truly living. My prayer is for you to open your heart to Jesus so that you will know the love, peace and joy that only He can give. I leave behind my...
Michael Taylor, Sr.
Aug 7, 2017
Taylor, Michael J. Sr.Greece: August 7, 2017. Survived by his sons, Michael and Edward; 2 grandsons; 1 granddaughter; 3 sisters; 1 brother.Friends may call Thursday 6-8 at the Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond Road (between English & Latta).
Virginia Millar
Aug 7, 2017
Millar, Virginia A. (Hale)Rochester: August 7, 2017 passed away peacefully surrounded by family members, she was a very loving mother. Survived by her children, Thomas (Cynthia), Donald (Mary Sue), Cheryl (Gary) Tisi, Andrew, Helena (Noah) Bliek; 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; sister, Diane Bell. Virginia was artistic in music, dance, art & writing.Friends may call Friday 4-7 at the Farrell-Ryan Funeral...
Yolanda Taccone
Aug 3, 2017
Yolanda J. TacconeGreece - August 3, 2017. Predeceased by her husband, Carmen Jr.; Survived by her beloved niece and nephew, Sharon Grasta (Russo), Samuel Grasta; many nieces and nephews.Friends may attend her Memorial Mass 4PM Tuesday (April 17, 2018) at the Basilica of Our Lady of Fatima, Lewiston, NY.
Katherine Vonhold
Aug 3, 2017
Vonhold, Katherine E.Greece: August 3, 2017. Survived by her husband, Keith; daughters, Jennifer Vanhold and Jessica (Paul) Sova; grandchildren, Alyssa, Daniel, Caleb and Benjamin.Friends may call Tuesday 4-7 at the Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond Rd. (between English and Latta). Funeral Service 11:00AM Wednesday at the All Seasons Chapel at White Haven Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions...
Norma Mcmullen
Aug 1, 2017
McMullen, Norma L.Sebastian, FL/Rochester, NY: Peacefully passed on August 1, 2017 at the age of 86 after a courageous battle with cancer. Norma is predeceased by her life partner and devoted husband of 60 years, Mander J. (Mac) McMullen; mother, Marie L. Kline; and sister, Virginia Hayden. Survived by her loving sons, John (Nichole) and Richard (Barbara); brothers, Philip (Marilyn)...
Stella Callahan
Jul 31, 2017
Callahan, Stella B.Greece: Went home to be with the Lord July 31, 2017. Predeceased by her husband, Chester. Survived by her daughters, Peggy Spotts, Jane (Michael C.) Hahn, Nancy (Craig) Steves; grandchildren, Tim, Peter, Kim, Melissa, Jason, Ryan, Jordan; 12 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.Friends may attend her Funeral Mass 10:00 AM Thursday at St. John the Evangelist Church (Greece)....
Robert Schwab
Jul 28, 2017
Schwab, Robert G.Rochester: July 28, 2017. Predeceased by his wife, Ann; Survived by his son, Robert Schwab.Friends may attend a Memorial Mass 9:00 Saturday at Sacred Heart Cathedral. Private Interment.
