Obituaries
Joseph R. Meli
May 12, 2022
GREECE- Joseph R. Meli, 73, passed away on Thursday, May 12, 2022 surrounded by the love of his family. Joe was born in Rochester, NY on November 29, 1948, to the late Russell and June Meli. On July 2, 1977 Joe married the love of his life, Mary Jo. They were married for over 40 years and together they raised...
Beatrice Cora Singleton
May 12, 2022
Sodus/RochesterPassed away Thursday, May 12th, 2022 at the age of 81.Predeceased by her mother Vera Thomas, step father, Oscar Thomas, father Garriea Young, sister, Shirley Mathis, brothers David Young and Garriea "Shabazz" Young, grandaugther Jessica Singleton Gadd.Beatrice is survived by her loving daughters and sons in law, Gail & Raul Pagan and Ramona & Otis Johnson;grandchildren, Danita (Justin), Jose (Jessica),...
J. S. Burroughs
May 11, 2022
J.S. Burroughs was born in Kingstree, South Carolina to Minnie House and the late Laurie Burroughs March 5, 1947. Two years later, J.S. relocated to Rochester NY with his mother and William Cotton who helped to raise him as his own. He attended 27 and 26 Elementary and Middle schools before moving on to East High School.He attended Brockport College...
Johnnie Paul Lewis
May 10, 2022
Johnnie Paul Lewis, 73, of Rochester, New York, passed away unexpectedly and peacefully on Tuesday, May 10, 2022.Johnnie was born in Griffin, Georgia to the late Robert and Hattie Lewis on January 24, 1949. Johnnie grew up in Winter Haven, Florida and attended Jewett High School. After graduating, he moved to Rochester, New York and at age 18, Johnnie began...
Thompson E. Davis
May 10, 2022
Rochester:Passed away on May 10th, 2022 at the age of 84. Predeceased by his parents, Edward and Elizabeth Davis. He is survived by the love of his life, Jacqueline; daughter, Danielle (Steve) Chiruck; grandsons, Nick and Rob Chiruck; 5 great-grandchildren; sister, Marge Brown along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. Family will receive friends on Thursday May 19th, 2022 from...
Bruce P. Infantino
May 9, 2022
Passed surrounded by family May 9, 2022 at the age of 75.Predeceased by his parents, Robert & Nancy Infantino & brothers, Dennis Infantino & Robert Infantino.Survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Linda Infantino; daughters, Cheryl Infantino & Dawn (Peter) LaPietra; grandchildren, Victoria (Dustin) Woodard, Alexandria LaPietra, & Jacob LaPietra; loving nieces & nephews; many other family, & friends.Bruce...
Patrick J. Carey
May 9, 2022
HiltonPassed away at home Monday May 9th at age 66.Pat is predeceased by his mother Dorothy "Dottie" Carey.He is survived by his wife of 36 years Dawn Carey, children, Chris (Brittany) Carey, Dustin Carey, Kitryna Carey; grandchildren, Liam, Mila, Lyla and Izzy; father Victor Carey; sister Kathy (Bob) Wilkinson.Pat retired from Rochester City School District after 35 years. He previously...
John W. Ferrell
May 8, 2022
Rochester:Passed away on May 8th, 2022 at the age of 71. Predeceased by his daughter, Yolanda N. Ferrell. He is survived by his mother, Nellie M. Cooper, wife, Jannie L. Ferrell; children, John Ferrell, Angela (Brandon) Myles, Cecily (Donald) Ferrell and Sebastian Ferrell; grandchildren; great-grandchildren along with a host of many other family members.
Mary Beth Ferguson
May 8, 2022
GreecePassed away Sunday May 8th, 2022 at age 71.Predeceased by her parents, John & Genevieve Ferguson, her brother Raymond Ferguson, and her niece Jeanenne Paquin Garson.Mary Beth is survived by her sisters, Carol (James) Williams, Joan Ferguson and brother John Ferguson;nephew Marc (Melissa) Paquin, great nephews, Cole & Ben Paquin, great niece, Genevieve Garson and her Heritage Christian Family, special...
Jeanette L. Mcconnell
May 8, 2022
Passed peacefully May 8, 2022 at the age of 92.Predeceased by her husband, Donald G. McConnell & son Terrence P. McConnell.Survived by her children, James (Lynne) McConnell & Deborah (Gregory) Hale; grandchildren, Jonathan,(Kat) McConnell, Christina (Dan) Kaye, Chelsie (Ryan) Wilcox, Matthew (Dusty) McConnell; great grandchildren, Vivienne ,Clover, & Henry; brother in law, David McConnell; & many other family friends.Jeanette's wit,...
Peggy M. Patterson
May 7, 2022
Peggy M. PattersonGreece: Passed peacefully May 7, 2022 at the age of 95.Predeceased by her husband, Donald and children, Dalton, Norma & Robert; brother, Colin Parkes.She is survived by her children, Linda, Martin, Valerie (Joe) LaVallee, Bryan, Laurie (Frank) Craig; daughter-in-law, Chris; 9 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; sister-in-law Anne Parkes.The world was made more beautiful by Peggy's presence. Mom was...
Gloria M Langston
May 6, 2022
Brighton, NYFriday May 6, 2022Gloria Langston was born in 1924 in Kingston, Jamaica to Gladys Matilda Muir. In 1948, she moved to New York City and there she met her husband, Andrew Langston. She worked as a legal secretary during her time in New York while attending classes at NYU and raising her young family. In 1963, Andrew, Gloria and...
Peter P. Mietus
May 6, 2022
ROCHESTER- Peter P. Mietus, 78, passed away on Friday, May 6, 2022. Pete is predeceased by his parents, Frances and Stanislaus Mietus, his first wife and mother of his children, Alberta, and his granddaughter Alle Shea Collazo.He is survived by his wife, Joyce Hooper-Mietus, son Peter (Susan) Mietus Jr., daughter Kim (Angelo) Collazo, daughter Amy (Craig) Welker, step-son John (Michele)...
Marinella C. Truelson
May 6, 2022
Rochester - Passed away on May 6, 2022 at the age of 77. She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Peter; children, Scott (Kathleen) Truelson & Sheryl (Dean) Wright; grandchildren, Olivia, Nate, Jake, & Cam Truelson & Brittany (Josh Weaver) Wright; many nieces & nephews. Marinella was an angel who walked among us and graciously touched everyone's...
Paul G. Gropp
May 6, 2022
Spencerport -Passed peacefully at the Canandaigua VA on May 6, 2022 at the age of 78. Predeceased by his parents, Paul Gropp & Margaret McIntosh.He is survived by his devoted wife of 54 years, Barbara; beloved children, Jackie (Todd) McMichael, Paul D. Gropp, Debbie (Jason) Hall, Dan (Erin Hoch) Gropp, & Ken (Julie) Gropp; cherished grandchildren, Corey, Cody (Alyssa Sowan),...
Hugh Strachan
May 5, 2022
Hugh "Scotty" StrachanChili, NYPassed peacefully with his family by his side on May 5th. Hugh is predeceased by his siblings, Joseph, Alice, Sally, Ruth and William; sister in law, Cathy Johnson.He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Donna and his daughters, Kelly Joss (Andrew and son Kristopher), Kimberly (Mitchell Root) and Rebecca (Katie Harnish). Also sisters, Sister Betty...
John A. Burger
May 5, 2022
ROCHESTER - Passed away suddenly on May 5th 2022 at the age of 96. Predeceased by his wife, Marjorie; sons, Jack, Richard, and Ronald; grandson, V.J.. He is survived by his children, Robert (Wendy), Gary (Mary), and Billy (Eileen) Burger; daughter-in-law, Mary Jo Izzo; grandchildren, Lori (Brett), John, Melissa (Matt), and Joellen; great-grandchildren, Joey, Vincent, Wyatt, and Elizabeth; Toby and...
Frieda K. Decaire
May 4, 2022
ROCHESTER- Frieda K. DeCaire, 91, passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2022.Frieda was born in Rochester, NY on June 3, 1930 to the late Modestus and Clara Kroeckel. On April 29, 1949 she married the love of her life, Paul. Together they raised three children. She will be remembered for her love of quilting, and traveling with her husband in...
Bernard Dash
May 4, 2022
Bernard DashRochester, NYHe is predeceased by his parents, Moses Thomas and Goldie Mae Dash; brother, Keith Robinson; sister in law, Mary Robinson.Bernard is survived his children, Erica Brown, Coleman (Jacqueline) Puryear & Coty Dash; siblings, Alfred Chance, Sylvonia Frith, George (Robbie) Chance, Jr., Priscilla Robinson, Edna Lenear, Johnny Robinson, Loretta Whitaker, David (Kimberly) Whitaker; grandchildren, great grandchildren; a host of...
Eloise Manktelow
May 4, 2022
Passed May 4, 2022 at the age of 89.Calling Hours will be Thursday May 12, 5-7pm at New Comer Cremations & Funerals. Burial the following day 11am at Forest Hills Cemetery in Utica NY.In lieu of flowers please donate to The Open Door Mission or a charity of ones choice.
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