Obituaries

Ramon L. Ortiz

Ramon L. Ortiz

Aug 5, 2025

Passed away on August 5, 2025 at the age of 64.

Predeceased by his father, Santana Ortiz; brother, Angel M. Ortiz.

He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Lucila Ortiz; children, Teresita, Jessica Z., John, Raymond, & Jessica; grandchildren, Jason, Patience, & Gabrielle; sisters, Flora, Judith, & Yolanda; mother, Dalila Pagan, many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Family will receive friends from...

Gary L. Irwin

Gary L. Irwin

Aug 5, 2025

Tuesday August 5, 2025

Predeceased by his parents, Clyde and Eleanor Irwin. Brother Lawrence Irwin. Sister, Margaret Gordon.

Survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Lynne Irwin. Children, Lynnette and Gregory Irwin, Laurie (David) Wiederhold, Mark (Susan) Irwin, Christine (Ryan) Gilmore. 11 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren. Many nieces, nephews, dear friends.

Gary was a proud Veteran of the US Air Force, Airman...

John Fludd

John Fludd

Aug 3, 2025

Mr. John Fludd was born April 2, 1956, in Charleston, South Carolina. He passed peacefully at the age of 69 years old at home.

Predeceased by his parents, Samuel Fludd and Viola Young. 

Survived by his loving wife, Justine Fludd. His children and a host of many relatives and friends. At the family's request, there will be no services.

To sign the online...

Bryan Starkweather

Bryan Starkweather

Aug 3, 2025

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved son, father, brother, and friend, Bryan Anthony Starkweather, who departed this life on August 3, 2025, at the age of 24, due to a tragic motorcycle accident.

Born on January 10, 2001, at Highland Hospital in Rochester, NY, Bryan was the cherished son of the late Ruth “Ginny” Starkweather and Daniel...

Peter J. Meyer

Peter J. Meyer

Aug 1, 2025

Peter J. Meyer passed away peacefully at age 86 on August 1st, 2025. Survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Judith Meyer; children Sabrina (Eric) Miller, Stephanie (Michael) McCann, Andreas (Caryn) Meyer; grandchildren, Anna Miller, Jocelin and Everett McCann; sister Elfriede (Gerhardt) Herzan of Vienna, Austria, and many dear extended family members and friends, including his Stammtisch and ROMEOs.

Born...

Robert L. Wunsch

Robert L. Wunsch

Aug 1, 2025

Passed away on August 1, 2025 at the age of 87.

Predeceased by his parents, Louis Wunsch & Charlotte Wunsch; son, Robert Wunsch; grandson, Anthony; siblings, June, Betty, & Louis.

He is survived by his wife, Christine (Fien); children, Karen Wunsch, Kelly Wunsch, Robin Wunsch, & Victoria Stocking; grandchildren, Dominic, Madison, Samantha, Robert, & Jessica; sister, Joyce Ali; daughter-in-law, Carolyn Wunsch many...

John J. Dettman

John J. Dettman

Aug 1, 2025

Friday August 1, 2025.

In loving memory of John J. Dettman

Passed away on August 1st, 2025, at the age of 75, surrounded by his loving family.

Predeceased by his parents, Helen and Charles Dettman; sister, Nancy Dettman; brother-in-law, Fred Bauer, and his beloved dog, Lucy.He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Eleanor Dettman; children, John Dettman, Dan (Jolene) Dettman,...

Nicola Mercone

Nicola Mercone

Aug 1, 2025

Passed away on, August 2, 2025 at the age of 82.

Predeceased by his parents, Antonio Mercone & Elena Sgueglia; brother, Giorgio Mercone.

He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Teresa Mercone; Antonio (Tonilynn) Mercone, Angelo (Marisa) Mercone & Maria (Pietro Russo) Mercone; grandchildren, Peter Mercone, Nico Mercone, Gerardo Russo & Vittoria Russo; siblings, Maria Mercone & Andrea Mercone;...

Janet Perretta

Janet Perretta

Jul 31, 2025

Passed away on July 31, 2025 at the age of 74.

Predeceased by her parents, Harold and Genevieve Clark; brother, Douglas Clark; sister, Elene "Enie" Farmer; daughter, Malynda Beard; grandson, Ian Evaniak.

She is survived by her husband, Ralph "Chip" Perretta; children, Valerie (Stephen) Fortune, Royce Beard, Tina (Keith), Betty Nash, Jack Beard, Jolie (Vincent) Cesario, Jennifer Foster, Joshua (Tina) Perretta; several...

T.J. Brennan

T.J. Brennan

Jul 30, 2025

Passed away on July 30, 2025 at the age of 60.

Predeceased by his father, Thomas Brennan; aunt, Patricia Kinne; uncle, Dan Geniton; nephew, Zachary Johnson; maternal grandparents, Andy & Pat Geniton; paternal grandparents, Thomas & Agnes Brennan.

He is survived by his children, Brian (Jasmine) Brennan, Shaun Brennan & Mark Burgess; grandchildren, Ciara & Briana; mother, Donna Brennan; siblings, Tammy (Junior)...

Carmelo Manuel "Chonka” Melendez Torres

Carmelo Manuel "Chonka” Melendez Torres

Jul 29, 2025

This amazing child passed away on, July 29, 2025 at the age of 9.

He is survived by his loving mother Ismayra Torres; his father Jose Manuel Melendez; his brother Kevin Melendez; sisters Naisha Melendez, Neshma Melendez, Jo’Marie Melendez and Deliahny Melendez-Torres and amazing grandparents, aunts, uncles, many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He is predeceased by his grandparents; Carmelo Torres, and Jose...

Terry Padgett

Terry Padgett

Jul 29, 2025

Passed away on, July 29, 2025 at the age of 64.

Predeceased by his Mother, Marjorie Blencowe; and many other beloved family and friends.

He is survived by his loving spouse, Teresa A. Padgett; his children, Martin L. Padgett, Joseph (Beth) Schlonski, and Amanda L. Padgett; grandchildren, Martin M., Terry Lee Jr., Eliana -Jeanette, Nolan, Jaxson and Oliver; sister, Mary L. Kelly;...

William Edward Robenolt

William Edward Robenolt

Jul 28, 2025

William Edward Robenolt, a beloved member of the family and a gentle soul, passed away peacefully at age 78 on July 28, 2025, at home with his sister. Born on September 4, 1946, in Waterloo, New York, William lived a life filled with love for his family and a deep devotion to the Lord.

William attended Mynderse Academy in his youth....

Cynthia C. Whited

Cynthia C. Whited

Jul 28, 2025

Suddenly Monday July 28, 2028

Predeceased by her husband, Charles Whited. Parents, Edward and Dorothy "Cushman" Schrader.

Survived by her longtime companion, L. Warren Patterson. Daughter, Cynthia (Mark) Walker. Sister, Sara Bouchonville. Nephew, Brett Moyer. Many dear friends and colleagues.

Cynthia was the Department director of Microbiology at Highland Hospital in Rochester, NY. She was an advocaat for CAMP. A group of citizens...

Peggy Ann Weis (Lamica)

Peggy Ann Weis (Lamica)

Jul 28, 2025

Peggy Weis departed this world on July 28, 2025, leaving behind a legacy beautifully woven with strength, love, and a sprinkle of sass that only she could command. She was a feisty redhead whose spirit could light up a room and whose unwavering generosity touched the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her.

With an unapologetically bold and...

Sylvia D. Lynch

Sylvia D. Lynch

Jul 27, 2025

Sunday July 27, 2025

In loving memory of Sylvia D. Lynch

No prior calling hours.

Passed peacefully on Sunday July 27, 2025. She leaves her loving devoted son, Steven Lynch. Many dear friends.

Sylvia was laid to rest in The Chapel of Peace Mausoleum in Riverside Cemetery.

Alicia Lopez

Alicia Lopez

Jul 27, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. Alicia Lopez left this world suddenly on Sunday, July 27 2025 at home in Webster, NY. Alicia was born on June 20, 1959 in East Chicago, IN to the late Juana & Jorge Lopez. She attended Eugenio Maria de Hostos HS in Mayaguez, PR and...

Lorie A. Erbach

Lorie A. Erbach

Jul 27, 2025

Passed away on July 27, 2025 at the age of 68.

Predeceased by her parents, Louis and Eunice Erbach; father-in-law, Joe Hill.

She is survived by her wife of 25 years, Tina Hill; fur babies, Charlie Brown, Daisy Mae aka Stinky, & Maxwell Edward; aunt, Sharon Gundrum; many sisters-in-law and friends.

Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Contributions may be...

Mark L. Kimble

Mark L. Kimble

Jul 26, 2025

Passed away on July 25, 2025 at the age of 86.

Predeceased by his parents, Lloyd & Alice Kimble; sister, Mary Chambery; brother-in-laws, Thomas Bryant & William Estela.

He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Barbara Kimble; children, Scott Kimble, Michele (Mark) Vecchio & Dawn (Steve) Gursslin; grandchildren, Scott (Renee) Kimble, Shayne (Nicole) Kimble, Nicola Kimble, Jeremy (Marissa) Kimble, Gianni...

Shawn O'Connell

Shawn O'Connell

Jul 26, 2025

Passed away on July 26, 2025 at the age of 36.

He is survived by his loving wife of 16 years, Sareena O'Connell; children, Alexa, CJ & Skylar; sisters, Katelynn O'Connell, Erin Kendall & Kelly O'Connell-Danizio; parents, William & Cheryl O'Connell; and many more extended family members who loved him.

A celebration of life will be held privately with Shawn's family and...

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