Obituaries
Amelia (Amy|Emily) Heim
Jul 4, 2025
Our guardian angel passed peacefully, surrounded by love, on July 4, 2025 at the age of 90.
Predeceased by her parents, Joseph & Mary Sedor; husband of 53 years, Leon Heim; brother, Joseph Sedor; daughter, Cynthia Robare.
She is survived by her son, Alan (Stacey O'Brien) Heim; grandchildren, Thomas Robare, Christopher (Katie) Heim & Jessica (Andy) MacQueen; great-grandchildren, Brody, Savannah & Charlotte;...
Mark Pfenninger
Jul 3, 2025
Passed away on July 3, 2025 at the age of 65.
Predeceased by his parents, Charles and Kathryn Pfenninger.
He is survived by his children, Keith and Jennifer; sister, Mary (Rick) Pier; brother, Paul (Laura) Pfenninger; many nieces and nephews.
Family will receive friends Friday, July 25, 2025 4-7PM at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 2636 Ridgeway Avenue. Mark's Funeral Mass will be...
Betty J. Gaffney
Jul 3, 2025
Rochester - Age 84. Betty entered into eternal life on Thursday, July 3, 2025, surrounded by her family. She is predeceased by her parents G.V. and Thelma Wilson of Belton, Texas; her son, Kevin Michael; and her daughter, Karen Marie. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 60 years, Jack Gaffney, of Greece, NY; her son, Keith...
Denise N. Malara
Jul 3, 2025
Passed away on July 3, 2025 at the age of 78.
Denise passed away three months after the love of her life, Frank, with whom she shared 56 years of marriage.
Predeceased by her parents, Angelo & Florine Insalaco; father & mother-in-law, Francis & Margaret Malara.
She is survived by her children, Christa Knorr (Malara) & Marc (Julee Nesbitt) Malara; grandchildren, William, Justin...
Mary E. Leon
Jul 3, 2025
Mary Elizabeth Leon, born May 16, 1963, in Rochester, NY, was lifted to heaven with love on July 2, 2025. Mary brought joy to everyone she met, especially her parents, Leonard “Mickey” and Gertrude “Trudy” and her sister, Ann Leon McCann and beloved Aunt Mary Leon. She was loved by her 2nd family at the Burlwood residence of Lifetime Assistance...
Joseph E. Dailey
Jul 2, 2025
Joseph (Joe) Edgar Dailey, 95, passed away on July 2, 2025, in Rochester, NY. Born on May 11, 1930, affectionately known as Josie to those closest to him, he was known for his intelligence, sweetness, and a passion for knowledge, traits that endeared him to many throughout his life.
Joe attended East High School in Rochester, NY, where he began to...
Hilda J. Rissew
Jul 2, 2025
Hilda held onto her strong Christian beliefs as she passed away with no fear on July 2, 2025 at the age of 92.
She is predeceased by husband, Donald P. Rissew; parents, Raymond and Verda Maines.
Hilda is survived by her children, Charles Rissew Sr., Steven (Jessica) Rissew, Tina (Philip) Smith, Gerald Rissew; many grandchildren, great-children and great-great-children; siblings, Norma Hopkins, Stanley...
Anthony M. Schifano
Jul 2, 2025
Passed away on July 2, 2025 at the age of 80.
Predeceased by his brother, John; and grandson, Vincent.
He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Mary Lou; his children, Anthony (Monique), Michael (Diana), and Elizabeth (Jeffrey Aurand) Schifano; grandchildren, Aubrey, Hailey, Luke, & Jake; brother-in-law, Victor (Amy) Boccardo; sisters-in-law, Kathleen Ford & Joanne Schifano; many nieces, nephews, cousins,...
Anne E. Berl
Jul 1, 2025
Passed away on July 1, 2025 at the age of 88.
Predeceased by husband of 48 years, Walter D.; brother, Edward; and parents, Raymond & Eleanor Inderbitzin.
She is survived by her children, Debra (Gary) Riley, Kevin (Lisa) & Jeffrey (Maria) Berl; grandchildren, Craig (Kelley), Kristen, Brian (Sarah); great-grandchildren, Alexander, Lily Anne, Joey, Nicholas, Mason, Dominic, Alia, Nico, & Arianna; brother, Paul...
Laurie A. Beiswenger
Jun 30, 2025
Laurie Anne (Davis) Beiswenger died at home in North Carolina on June 30, 2025. Laurie was born February 21, 1942 in Rochester, NY, the eldest child of Joseph and Anna (Stechna) Davis.
Laurie is survived by her devoted husband Jim of over 38 years, daughter Kristin Masline of Roanoke, VA, daughter and son-in-law Susan and Ted Dykes of Cody, WY, mother-in-law...
Eleanor F. Breen
Jun 30, 2025
BREEN, ELEANOR (Ellie) F., RN. of Webster, NY, on June 30. 2025 at the age of 97 years young.
Predeceased by her husband William (1957); parents, Warren and Jeanne Stack; sisters, Sister Jeanne Stack OFS, Anna Schramm, Rosemary Tomaszewski and Eileen Stack; brothers, Richard Stack and Daniel Stack.
Survived by her children, William (Kathie) Breen, Daniel (Celine) Breen, Patricia (Michael) Meyer; brother,...
Fern I. Fiore
Jun 29, 2025
Sunday June 29, 2025
Fern Fiore (Grandma Sparkles) at the age of 94 years old passed peacefully on Sunday June 29, 2025.
Predeceased by her husband, Carl. Daughter, Elaine. Son, John.
She will be missed by her many friends from Willow Ridge and the DeMay Rehab Center.
She is survived by her daughter, Joan (Terry), Sandy (Ron), and Lillian. Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren that...
Nancy S. Wentworth
Jun 28, 2025
Passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025 at the age of 69.
Predeceased by her parents, Gerald & Jean Wentworth; brother, Bruce.
She is survived by her son, Mark; brothers, Doug, Jack (Terry), & Paul (Sue); & many beloved family members.
Nancy was always a shining light, despite her many challenges.
Friends and family may gather on Friday, July 11th from 4-8pm at 452...
Wilbert "Bill" Snyder
Jun 26, 2025
Passed away on June 26, 2025 at the age of 92.
Predeceased by his wife, Clara M. Snyder; parents, Harold & Ruth Snyder; daughter-in-law, Maxine Snyder.
He is survived by his children, Bob (Nancy) Snyder & Dan (Beth) Snyder; grandchildren, Samantha & Joshua Snyder; brother, Robert Snyder; niece, Karen Snyder; nephew, John Snyder.
A private interment at White Haven Memorial Park, 210 Marsh...
Mary J. Neu
Jun 26, 2025
Mary J. Neu, 74, of Rochester, NY, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, June 26, 2025.
Mary is held close in our hearts as a brave and strong mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and a faithful friend. Born and raised in Rochester, and having moved while raising her family, Mary was a proud homeowner and long-time employee of Wegmans in...
Kathleen K. Bansbach
Jun 25, 2025
Katheen Keeler Bansbach,74, passed away peacefully at Journey Home Comfort Care House in Greece, NY on Wednesday, June 25th with her husband Peter at her side.
Kathleen is predeceased by her late husband, Gary Bansbach, parents Willard Keeler and Michalene Gowan and her brother Michael and his daughter Tracy, stepmother Ellen Pollock Keeler.
She is survived by her husband Peter Varlan, brother...
Sheila Benvenuti
Jun 25, 2025
Passed away on June 25, 2025 at the age of 81.
Predeceased by her parents, Vincent & Kathleen Mitrano.
She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Peter Benvenuti; children, Mark Benvenuti & Donna (Dave) Schleyer; grandchildren, Brianna, Kyle, & Marissa; nieces, nephews and cousins.
Sheila found great joy in giving back to her community through her volunteer work at the Salvation...
Sadie V. Carpenter
Jun 24, 2025
Passed away on June 24, 2025 at the age of 89.
Predeceased by her son, Robin Carpenter; as well as her mother, father, & siblings.
She is survived by her sons, Eric Carpenter & Mark Carpenter; grandchildren; Jenna Rice, Samantha Carpenter, Savannah Carpenter, & Dylan Carpenter; many great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Sadie ran the kitchen at North Park Lanes for 20...
Susan J. Labigan
Jun 24, 2025
Passed away on June 24, 2025 at the age of 76.
Predeceased by her parents, Richard & Jeanne Labigan; brothers, David & Kevin Labigan.
She is survived by her brothers, Neil (Wendy) Labigan, Brian (Michele) Labigan, & William (Julie) Labigan; sister-in-law, Sylvia Labigan; nieces & nephews, Brian Jr., Brittany, Sean, Aaron, Rossana, Susan, Jared, Heather, Hayley, Christopher, & James; many aunts, uncles,...
William David Nenni
Jun 24, 2025
With profound sadness, we share the news of the peaceful passing of William "Billy" Nenni, on June 24, 2025, after struggling with a long illness.
Billy was predeceased by his beloved husband, Paul Piccini; his sister Nancy Zeitlin; and his parents Alfred and Lillian Nenni. He is survived by his brother Michael and his wife Tricia, his nephews, and many cousins.
Billy...
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