Obituaries

Thomas M. VanDorn

Thomas M. VanDorn

Aug 21, 2025

Thomas M. VanDorn, born on May 19, 1968, passed away on August 21, 2025, at the age of 57. He was a beloved member of his community and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Thomas was predeceased by his father, Raymond VanDorn, his mother, Dorothy (Randall) VanDorn, and his brothers, Timothy and Scott VanDorn. Their absence has left...

Michael A. Trent

Michael A. Trent

Aug 21, 2025

Passed away on August 21, 2025.

He is survived by his wife, Taumeca Williams Trent; sons, Damen, Nathan, Tristan, & Tyler Trent; daughter, Natalie Dyer; granddaughter, Ivy Dyer; parents, Alex & Nancy Trent; and sister, Judy Trent.

A Funeral Service will be held at 3pm on Monday, August 25th at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 2636 Ridgeway Avenue.To watch the service live,...

Eileen G. Schulz

Eileen G. Schulz

Aug 20, 2025

Eileen Schulz Hazard passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and pastors on Wednesday, August 20th 2025 in Rochester, N.Y. She was born in Brooklyn, NY on August 24th,1945.

Eileen was the eldest of three children for Gerald and Shirley Acquavella. Her love for God started at an early age. She attended Glendale Baptist Church where she sang in the Choir,...

Samuel Felice

Samuel Felice

Aug 19, 2025

Samuel “Sam” Felice, 97, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, in Rochester, New York, the city where he was born and spent the majority of his life.

Born on March 2, 1928, in Rochester to Dominic and Bessie Felice, Sam embodied the values of hard work, humility, and kindness from an early age. He was a man who believed in...

Lance L. Greenfield

Lance L. Greenfield

Aug 19, 2025

Tuesday August 19, 2025

Predeceased by several siblings. Parents, Lillian and Harold Greenfield. Stepson, Douglas Ekey. His furry pet, Daisy.

Survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Sandra Greenfield. Children, Jason (Charla) Greenfield, Kristin Snyder, Andrew Greenfield. Grandchildren, Emily, Samantha, Paige, Aaron. Great grandson, Levi. Siblings, Starlene, Penny Green, David Greenfield. Niece, Judy Micglire, several nieces, nephews, dear friends.

Lance was an...

Gertrudis Aponte-Perez

Gertrudis Aponte-Perez

Aug 19, 2025

Passed away on, August 19, 2025 at the age of 94.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Telesforo; grandson, Tony Hernandez Jr.; and parents, Ramon Aponte and Juana Perez; and her siblings, Puro Aponte, Jesus "Flaco" Aponte, Mario Aponte, Lucila Aponte-Delvalle, and Lydia Aponte-DeJesus.

She is survived by her sons, Tony Hernandez, David (Myrna) Pagan, and Raul (Gail) Pagan; grandchildren, Danita Pagan, Jose...

Raymond P. Andrus

Raymond P. Andrus

Aug 18, 2025

Passed away on, August 18, 2025 at the age of 67.

Predeceased by his parents, Prentice and Lillian Andrus.

He is survived by his son, Jacob Andrus; his siblings, William Andrus, Donna Andrus, and Elaine Campbell; girlfriend, Nancy Ball; and so many friends, nieces, nephews and cousins.

To share a memory of Raymond or leave a special message for his family, visit the...

Eula M. Williams

Eula M. Williams

Aug 15, 2025

Passed away on August 15, 2025 at the age of 96.

Predeceased by her husband, LeFonze Williams; sons, LeFonze Williams Jr., Carnell Williams, & Kenneth Williams; parents, Raymond & Bertha Hughes.

She is survived by her children, Randy Williams, Sandra Williams, Gregory (Jackie) Williams, Erick Williams, Timothy Williams, & Ivory Davenport; a whole host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, & cousins.

Visitation will...

Annie Grace Monds

Annie Grace Monds

Aug 15, 2025

Annie Grace Monds passed on August 15, 2025, peacefully at home.

She was predeceased in death by her husband Joe Monds; daughters, Geneva Monds, Vickie Wynn & son, Larry Monds; survived by her daughters, Betty King (Glenn), Martha Gray (Maurice), Linda Hunter (Donald), Joanne Monds; sons, John Monds (Olivia), Joe Henry Monds.

Family will receive friends 3-7pm Friday August 22, 2025, at...

Lynette Arlene Yaw

Lynette Arlene Yaw

Aug 14, 2025

Lynette Arlene Yaw

August 20, 1948 - August 14, 2025

76 years of age

Predeceased by her parents Bob & Mary Campbell, sister Judith Grizenko, grandaughter Shana Dutton, nephew David Giardino and brother-in-law John Green. She is survived by her husband Thomas Yaw, and children Kari (Dan) Dutton, Kim (Phil) Zabst, Tom (Nicole) Yaw, Kristen (Merlin) Moyer, Katie (Chris) Crouch, and Timothy Yaw....

David Wilson Slifer

David Wilson Slifer

Aug 14, 2025

Passed away on August 14, 2025 at the age of 86.

Predeceased by his wife of 54 years, Diane (Osterman) Slifer; parents, Shannon W. Slifer & Edith (Kuhn) Slifer; brothers, Richard P. Slifer & Shannon Charles "Charlie" Slifer.

He is survived by his daughter, Dawn R. Allen; grandchildren, Brett, Jessica "JJ", & Abigail "Abbey"; sister-in-law, Pat Terzo; son-in-law, Andrew Sternklar.

He proudly served...

JoAnn Wheater

JoAnn Wheater

Aug 14, 2025

Passed away on August 14, 2025 at the age of 87.

Predeceased by her husband, James Wheater; son, Thomas Wheater; parents, Elmer & Santina Angaro.

She is survived by her children, Joseph (Tracy) Wheater & Suzanne (Tony) Camelio; 9 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren.

The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff at Mt. Carmel House for their compassionate care- In lieu...

Michael D. Yeaw

Michael D. Yeaw

Aug 13, 2025

Wednesday August 13, 2025

Michael Yeaw, affectionately known to many as "Yeawzer," passed away peacefully at home on August 13, 2025, surrounded by the love of family and friends.

 Born on June 1, 1963, in Waukegan, Illinois, Michael lived a life defined by passion, resilience, and an unwavering love for those closest to him. He is preceded in death by his beloved...

Thomas M. Cerami

Thomas M. Cerami

Aug 12, 2025

Thomas M. Cerami, a beloved figure in the Webster community and a dedicated family man, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on December 20, 1944, in Rochester, NY, Thomas' life was shaped by his strong bonds with family, friends, and a long-standing career.

Thomas retired after more than 30 years of service at Eastman...

Theresa M. Cooper

Theresa M. Cooper

Aug 12, 2025

Passed away on August 12, 2025 at the age of 93. 

She is predeceased by her parents, Norman and Marguerite Cooper; daughter, Patricia Yetman; and sister-in-law, Gladys Cooper. 

She is survived by her son, Neal Reaser; brother, Edward Cooper; son-in-law, Robert Yetman; nephew, Clark Cooper (Linda); grandnieces; grandnephews and many dear friends. 

A proud Canadian, she was born and raised in Ontario, Canada....

Eric Hooker

Eric Hooker

Aug 12, 2025

Eric Malcolm Hooker

Fairport-Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at the age 85, Eric Hooker's time ran out.

Born in Cuba, NY he grew up first in Angelica, NY and then in Friendship, NY. He studied photography in NY City then returned home to take over his father's painting, wall papering and small contracting business. He moved to Rochester, NY and became a member...

Mary Alice Wyatt

Mary Alice Wyatt

Aug 11, 2025

Mary Alice was born in Colquitt, GA to the late Lonny Calloway and Rosa Mae Wyatt on June 22, 1950. She departed this earthly life on August 11, 2025.

Mary Alice attended Benjamin Franklin High School before joining Eastman Kodak, where she was employed for more than 20 years. Most recently, she worked at Walmart until a few weeks ago. She...

Ruta Y. Siyoum

Ruta Y. Siyoum

Aug 11, 2025

Monday August 11, 2025

The family will receive friends at 12pm noon, Tuesday August 19, 2025 for her divine liturgy at St Mark's Coptic Orthodox, 530 Lehigh Station Rd, West Henrietta, NY 14586 (corner of Beckwith-West of West Henrietta Rd.) 

Ruta's graveside service will follow at Riverside Cemetery, 2650 Lake Ave, Rochester, NY 14612 at approximately 2pm. If you plan on being...

Lucille "Lucy" Rizzo-Gaze

Lucille "Lucy" Rizzo-Gaze

Aug 11, 2025

Passed away on August 11, 2025 at the age of 83.

Predeceased by her parents, Michael & Lucy Bello; brother, Lenny Bello.

She is survived by her children, Anthony (Christy) Rizzo, Michele (Joseph) Tomczyk, & Ralph Rizzo; brother, Kenny (Michele) Bello; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, & cousins.

She filled her days with all the things she loved most-caring for people in any...

Theodore Carlton Thomas

Theodore Carlton Thomas

Aug 10, 2025

Theodore Carlton Thomas, age 72, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2025, in Rochester, New York. Born on October 1, 1952, in Rochester to the late Samuel and Addie Mae Thomas, he was the youngest of four boys and grew up surrounded by family, faith, and community.

Theodore attended Number 9 School as a child and graduated from Jefferson High School...

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