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Lawrence J. Vawter "Larry"
May 21, 2024
Lawrence J. Vawter of Baltimore, MD formally of Rochester. Larry passed away peacefully at age 68 on May 21, 2024, one week after a massive stroke. Predeceased by his parents Frank and Catherine Vawter and sister Mary Lou Vawter. Survived by his wife Kyong Suk (Linda) English; brother John Michael Vawter, sister Carol (Edward)DiCesare, sister Patti Vawter, nieces Emily(Kyle) Semrau,...
Angel Cruz
May 17, 2024
Angel l Cruz Sr passed away may 18th at the age of 67. He is predeceased by his wife Norma and daughter Carmen. He is survived by his son Angel (Vonnetta) Cruz Sibling Carmen Almonte. Grandkids Alicia, Johvany ,Roderick, Aliana, Jasmine and Justice. Great grand kids I'mierh and Asaiah. Friends may attend his funeral service 1:00pm Friday May 31st at Farrell-Ryan...
Mary Ellen DiMuro
May 16, 2024
Mary Ellen DiMuro passed away unexpectedly on May 16, 2024, at the age of 86. Her earthly journey ended as she lived, surrounded by family and friends.
Mary Ellen is survived by her children: Mary Beth Place, Christine DiMuro (Paul Fortuna), Joy Kleehammer (Jeff), and David DiMuro (John Stike). She will be forever remembered by her grandchildren: Joshua Gilhool, Elyssa Beck...
Kathleen Marie Enright (Cayea)
May 16, 2024
Kathleen Marie Enright (Cayea)
July 5th, 1947 - May 16th, 2024
Kathleen “Kathy” Enright, beloved mother, grandma, nama, nana, aunt, and friend, passed away on May 16th, 2024. She was preceded in death by her son Charles Enright. She is survived by her children Patty (Brian) Taylor, James (Antonina) Enright, Kerry (Edward) Reno, and Jaeleaha Enright. Also survived by the loves of...
Richard D. Finewood
May 15, 2024
Richard David Finewood-Passed away peacefully on May 15, 2024 surrounded by the love and prayers of his family.
Richard was predeceased by his beautiful wife Sheila in 2022, daughter Ann Rhoades in 2005, parents Leonard and Lillian Finewood and brothers Robert and Donald. Survived by children, Paul Finewood (Debbie), Louise Lessard (Michel), Susan Choma (Gene), Helen Peregrim (Gary), Martin Finewood...
Josephine Russo
May 14, 2024
Passed away May 14, 2024 at age 93. She is predeceased by her husband Carmel. Survived by her children Carmen (Laurie) Russo, Marion Russo, Jo Ann (Daniel) DeManincor and Heidi LaTorre; 11 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held privately for the family.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude's Children Hospital.
Carol Rose Begy
May 10, 2024
September 29, 1940 to May 10, 2024
Beloved wife of Daniel for 64 years. Mother of William (Justine), David (Deborah) and John (Teresa). Proud Grandmother of Nicole, Colin, Kara, Morgan, Christopher and Lauren. And Great Grandmother to seven great grandchildren.
Carol Rose was a respected elementary school teacher in Greece, NY before embarking on a retirement career with Daniel as an RV...
Pearl E. Neumann
May 9, 2024
Pearl led a long, intense and adventurous life. Born in 1922 on a farm near Wolcott, NY. As a nine-year-old she moved to Manitou Rd in Spencerport where she lived most of the rest of her life. She walked to school to a two-room schoolhouse at the corner of Manitou Rd, and Ridge Rd that was next to the Hoosick...
Angeline P. Fischette "Angie"
May 8, 2024
Passed away May 8, 2024 at age 99. She is predeceased by her husband Richard; sister Nancy Ricotta and parents Mary & Michael Alesso. She is survived by her children Ann (Bernard) Herschbein, Jeanne (Robert) Kirby, Jane (Michael) Parina and Richard Fischette; grandchildren Jill, Kelsey, Will, Sarah, Kate; great grandchildren Josiah, Alexandria, Gracie and Brennan; brother Philip Alesso and daughter-in-law...
Betty Dutton
May 7, 2024
Greece: Blessed with 99 years, 6 months, and 9 days of life, she was born September 28, 1924 to Gladys and John Leonard in Medina, NY. Predeceased by her sister Margaret. Her grandparents were George & Alice (Coleman) Bacon, James & Minnie Romp, all of whom came to America from England in the 1870's. Betty married Earl Coon, also of...
Nora Mae Schmid
May 7, 2024
Greece: Nora Mae Schmid, 90, who was the most beloved wife, mom, nana, and great-nana, passed away May 7th, 2024, surrounded by her immediate family. Predeceased by her husband Jack Schmid; parents Mary and James Roach; brothers William (Pat) Roach, Robert (Carol) Roach; sisters Maureen (Robert) Turpyn, and Joan (Daniel) O'Sullivan. Nora is survived by her daughters, Donna (Nick) DiPonzio,...
Betty Codding
May 5, 2024
Betty Langdon Codding, born in Rochester, NY, on May 18, 1933, passed gently into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at the age of 90. Betty was lovingly known as wife, Mom, Grandma, Gigi, sister, and aunt. She was also affectionately known as Aunt Betty to hundreds of young people at Gates Community Chapel and Freedom Village...
Eh Htoo
May 5, 2024
Funeral service for Eh Htoo will be held 10am Saturday May 11, 2024 at Rochester Karen Baptist Church.
Concepcion Vazquez "Sule"
May 4, 2024
Passed away in Rochester, NY on May 4, 2024 at age 84. He left peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by father Trinidad Perez Vazquez, mother Juana Vazquez; sisters Josefa Berrios and Carmen Perez; brother Santo Perez and great grandson Avery Brone. Survived by his wife Maria Martell; children Maria (Albert) Brone, Sandra (Luis) Perez, Luis Martell; grandchildren Giovanni...
Virginia C. Edgely (Watkins)
May 4, 2024
Greece, New York on May 4, 2024 after a brief illness at the age of 93. Predeceased by her husband Kenneth Edgely, parents Irene and Charles Cody, close friend Gerry Wilkerson. She is survived by her sons James (Joyce), Jerold and John Watkins, sister from another mother Rita (Dick) Kane, step daughter Peg (Henry) Clemes, sister-in-law Fran Crosby, grandchildren Janel...
Susan M. Ward
Apr 30, 2024
Susan M. Ward "Gram"
Passed away April 30, 2024, at age 87 surrounded by loved ones. Predeceased by her children Wanda, Robert, Terry, Colleen, and Michael; sister Doreen; brother Elwood "Gus". Survived by her children Bruce (Diane), Arlene, Helen, Correen, Richard (Paige); brother Alex "Poncho"; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, too many to list; several nieces and nephews; and her special...
Lorraine P. Chamberlin
Apr 30, 2024
Lorraine “Lorrie” Chamberlin left this world April 30, 2024, in Rochester, New York. She was 96.
Lorrie grew up in Whitehall, New York, the middle of five children of Ursula and Harold Pray. Growing up in a tight-knit, rural town during the Great Depression, the early death of two siblings, and the family’s Yankee roots all shaped the strength of her...
Elizabeth D. Araujo
Apr 29, 2024
Elizabeth, a miniature powerhouse passed away peacefully on April 29, 2024 at age 83. She is predeceased by her sons Armando "Andy" and Alexander J. Araujo; parents Eusebio and Carmen Diaz. Survived by daughter Cindy Araujo; grandchildren AJ Araujo, Ashley Araujo, Amanda Araujo; great granddaughter Alice Morigeau; sister Edna (Edgar) O'Ferral and many extended family members.
Visitation will take place 11-1pm...
Carol A. Sardo
Apr 27, 2024
Passed away April 27, 2024 at age 78. She is survived by her husband of 58 years Michael Sardo; brother-in-law; sisters, and aunt, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Carol was a caring, loving and giving person who gave of herself first and cared for her family.
Services were held privately at the convenience of the family.
Daniel J. Collins
Apr 22, 2024
Passed away April 22, 2024 at age 66. He is predeceased by his parents James and Marie; siblings Marybeth Collins and James Collins. Survived by his wife Marie; siblings Sister Ann Collins SSJ and Joanie (Jim) Thomas ; several nieces & nephews.
Friends may attend his funeral mass 9:30am Saturday April 27, 2024 at St. Theodores Church. Interment Riverside Cemetery...
