Obituaries
Bruce A. Keenan
Sep 14, 2026
Passed away on September 14, 2026 at the age of 60.
Predeceased by his parents, Richard M. and Joanne Keenan; grandparents, Lawrence and Thelma Stephens, & Margaret Keenan; and nephew, Shawn Keenan.
He is survived by his siblings, Kathleen (Ted) Tyler, James (Karen) Keenan, Rick (Mary) Keenan, Glenn (Ann Marie) Keenan, Larry (Michelle) Keenan, Tracey (Rex) Pierce, Lynn (Tammy) Keenan; best friend...
John W. McNeil
Sep 14, 2026
Monday September 14, 2026
Survived by his loving wife of 60 years, MaryAnn McNeil.
Also survived by his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Many dear friends.
No prior calling hours.
Services and interment were held in a private ceremony.
To sign the online guestbook, scroll to the bottom of the page.
In John's memory, please forward donations to the The American Juvenile Diabetes...
Gerald F. Roethel
Sep 13, 2026
Sunday September 13, 2026, Passed away at the age of 85 years old.
Predeceased by his brothers, John, Tommy, Donald, Jimmy. Sisters, Flo, Barb, Marilyn and Tina.
Survived by his loving wife, Dixie. Children, Kelly (David) Janicek, T.J.(Brandi) Roethel. Grandchildren, Connor and Kenzie Janicek. Brother in law, Rev. Jim Dugan (Sandie). Many nieces, nephews, dear friends and neighbors.
Jerry lived a long and...
June Rose Gizzi
Sep 13, 2026
June Rose Gizzi, born May 30, 1942, passed away on September 13, 2026, leaving behind a family knit together by her love, her humor, and the many traditions she made her own. A spunky little lady with a great sense of humor, June was loving, entertaining, and deeply devoted to the people who mattered most to her. Her family and...
Robert Rosato
Sep 12, 2026
Passed away on September 12, 2026 at the age of 78.
Predeceased by his parents, Angelo & Ethel Rosato; brother, Bruce Rosato; life-partner, Lucille Balzano.
He is survived by his children, Sherry Rosato, Robert Rosato & Mark Rosato; grandchildren, Alexus Rosato, Jace Evans, Robert Rosato, Dominik Galant, Joseph Rosato, Samuel Rosato, Anthony Rosato, Violet Rosato, & Georgio Rosato; siblings, William Rosato, Barbara...
Janet George
Sep 11, 2026
Janet George passed away in her sleep on September 11, 2026. She was born on January 9, 1954. She will be remembered with love by those who knew her and by the family she held so dear.
One of Janet’s proudest accomplishments was her lifelong volunteer service with the Boy Scouts of America. That steady commitment reflected a life of care,...
Cynthia Richards
Sep 11, 2026
Passed away on September 11, 2026 at the age of 82.
Predeceased by her parents, George and Katrine Oster; and sister, Peggy Flanders.
She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Robert Richards; daughters, Julie (Daniel) Dain and Eileen (Jill) McHugh; grandchildren, Cassie, Linnae, and Eli; and brother, Peter (Denise) Oster.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11am on Monday,...
Julia H. Buccola
Sep 10, 2026
Rochester, New York
Passed away on September 10th, 2026 at the age of 98.
Predeceased by her Father, Urban Boldis; Mother, Martha Boldis; Son, Jerome A. Buccola.
She is survived by her Daughter, Angela T. (Charles) Ennis;Grandchildren, Michelle, Joseph, Jerome, Matthew, and Daniel; Daughter-in-law, Cathy Buccola; many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Family will receive friends September 26th, 2026 from 2:00pm to 3:00pm, at New...
Raymond C. Barnard
Sep 10, 2026
Henrietta, New York
Passed away peacefully on September 10th, 2026 at the age of 85, surrounded by the love of his family.
He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose life was defined by service, faith, and an unwavering commitment to the people and community he loved.
Before beginning his years of service to his community, Ray proudly served his...
Steven W. Brasser
Sep 10, 2026
Entered into rest on 9/10/26 after a lengthy illness.
Steve is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Patti, and their two fur-babies, Lulu and Sarah. Also survived by brother William (Kathy Frey) Brasser and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Predeceased by his parents, Florence Brasser and Russell Brasser, and brother James Brasser. A career mechanic, Steve's love of "muscle cars"...
Bruce E. Miller
Sep 10, 2026
Passed away on September 10, 2026, at the age of 84.
Predeceased by his parents Clara and Ransley Miller and loving wife of 59 years Beverly.
He is survived by his daughters Colleen Miller and Meredith (John) Hill, sister-in-law Sandra Wade, niece and nephew Cheryl Renfro and Robert Harvey, many cousins, and friends.
Bruce was a loving husband, a devoted father, wonderful neighbor,...
Yvonne M. Moseley
Sep 9, 2026
Passed away on September 9, 2026 at the age of 89.
Predeceased by her parents, Ernest and Jean Waldock; foster parents, Jack and Edythe Nightengale; & grandson, Jack Moseley.
She is survived by her husband, Roy Moseley; children, Roy (Judy) Moseley, Stephen Moseley, Brian Moseley, and Alicia (Tom) Dockrell; grandchildren, Megan (Gary) Lau, Caitlin (Nate) Schapp, and Alyssa Moseley; great-granddaughter, June; brother,...
Arnold Erler
Sep 9, 2026
Suddenly September 9, 2026
Survived by his loving wife of 68 years, June Erler. Children, Brian (Justine), Erler, MD. Jon Erler, Jennifer Erler. Grandchildren, Matthew ( Caroline), Celeste, Jason (Sage), Jacqueline, Joseph and Jenna. Great grandson, Milo.
Arnold was a dedicated family man. He was an avid New York Jets and Mets fan. He loved reading and gardening. He loved going to...
William A. Statt
Sep 8, 2026
William A. Statt of Greece passed away on September 8, 2026, in Unity Hospital. He was born on September 29, 1947, in Rochester.
William will be remembered with love by his wife, Linda Armstrong Statt, and by their children, Daniel and Steven Statt, and their daughter, Cheryl Statt. He also leaves his grandchildren, Jordan and Lauren Statt, who were an important...
Suzanne M. Kuhn
Sep 8, 2026
Passed away on September 8, 2026 at the age of 72.
Predeceased by her parents, Leo & Ruth Anne Kuhn.
She is survived by her siblings, Mary Ellen Miles, Jim Kuhn, Terri Kuhn; nieces & nephews, Michael (Jeff Davis) Ruger, Amanda (Josh) Ruth, Rebecca (Jason) Mufford, Jennifer (Kyle) Smith; several great-nieces & nephews; her caregiver, Dawn Werth; and many more friends from...
Norwood L. Phillippee III
Sep 8, 2026
Passed away on September 8, 2026 at the age of 39.
Predeceased by his father, Norwood Phillippee, Jr.
He is survived by his mother, Stella Phillippee; children, Natalie and Lele; significant other, Samantha Heerkens; step-son, Thurman Heerkens; brother, Timothy (Andrea) Phillippee; sisters, Kimberly Mendoza, Melinda Phillippee, Dora Henry, and Jasmine Henry; aunt, Erie; many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Family will receive friends on...
Samuel C. Castellano
Sep 8, 2026
Rochester, New York
Passed away on September 8th, 2026 at the age of 71.
Predeceased by his, Father, Charles Castellano, Mother, Grace Castellano.
He is survived by his Loving Wife, Karen Castellano; Daughter, Beth (Louis) Castellano; Sister, Lucille (Jim) Arthmann; Niece, Jill Malone; Nephews, Rob Anselm, Paul Anselm, Bryan Arthmann, and Kevin Arthmann; as well as many family and friends.
Family will receive friends...
Wendy M. Lista
Sep 7, 2026
Wendy Lista, 61, passed away at home on September 7, 2026, surrounded by her family, after a long battle with cancer.
She is survived by her husband Bill; her children Jacob and Natalie; her siblings, Lindy Winters, Warren Matthews, Melissa (Jim) Matthews, and Marcie Matthews; her aunt, Sandy (Bob) Strohl; and her many beloved cousins, nieces, and nephews. She is predeceased...
Parker S. Mitchell
Sep 6, 2026
Rochester, New York
Passed away on September 6th, 2026 at the age of 11.
Predeceased by his Maternal Grandfather, James Blair; Paternal Grandfather, Francis Mitchell; Maternal Uncle, Christopher Blair; Cousin, Cassandra Blair.
He is survived by his Parents, Jamie and Scott Mitchell; Sister, Teagan Mitchell; Maternal Grandmother "Mahna", Terry Blair; Paternal Grandmother "Nana", Linda Mitchell; Uncle; Michael (Elizabeth) Mitchell; Aunt, Stacy (Dana) Blair;...
Barbara L. DeRoller
Sep 5, 2026
Barbara L. DeRoller, born August 13, 1938, lived a long and independent life filled with family, friendship, travel, beloved animals and more than a few adventures along the way.
The daughter of Arthur and Margaret (Groell) DeRoller, Barbara grew up on Dean Road in Spencerport as one of seven children. She attended St. John’s School in Spencerport and graduated from Nazareth...
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