Obituaries
David R. Ludeke
Mar 5, 2026
Rochester, New York
Passed away on, March 5th, 2026 at the age of 87.
Predeceased by his parents, William A. Ludeke and Blanche Ludeke; Sister, Marge Fox.
He is survived by his Wife, Dorothy Ludeke; Children, Kathaleen (Richard) Rose and Patrick (Ann) Ludeke; Grandchildren, Lesley (Dane) Ritchey, Jesse (Cortni) Rose, Danielle (Brendan) Kewin, David (Taylor) Ludeke; Great-grandchildren, Bryceson, Adalyn, Pike, Evelyn, and Rosemary;...
Sarah Myria Lynn Burkovich
Mar 4, 2026
Sarah Myria Lynn Burkovich
Age 27| Rochester, NY
Our beloved daughter, sister, cousin and friend passed away suddenly on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, leaving behind a light that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Born and raised in Rochester, Sarah was the beloved daughter of Lisa and Bill Burkovich and the cherished sister of Luke Burkovich and his wife Taylor Burkovich. She...
Gerald "Jerry" Dziuba
Mar 4, 2026
Entered the Lord's kingdom on March 4, 2026 at the age of 77.
Predeceased by his parents, Julius Dziuba & Catherine Dziuba (Zaremski); brother, Robert, Teddy, Joe, Richard & Julius Dziuba; sister, Helen Ritter.
He is survived by his daughters, Kathryn (Brian) Crnkovich & Kristine (Jason) Dziuba; former spouse, Lisa Wilson; grandchildren, Bella, Chloe, Sabrina & Joey; brother, Ronnie (Anne) Dziuba &...
Sara Pabon
Mar 3, 2026
Tuesday March 3, 2026
Predeceased by her husband, Hector Pabon Sr. and her first-born son. Brother, Angelo (Miguelito) Feliciano. Sisters, Haydee Feliciano and Carmen Feliciano.
Survived by her children, Nancy Pabon, Hector Pabon Jr. Grandchildren, Sara, Eduardo, Edgardo, Minerva, Jessica and Joevanni. Great grandchildren, David, Jonathan, Samira, Genesis, Heaven, Elias, Nael, Jo'syah and Achilles. Great, great grandchild, Damian. Brothers, Jose and Samuel...
Richard Edward Hendel
Mar 2, 2026
Richard Edward Hendel, born on February 10, 1944, in Rochester, New York, passed away on March 2, 2026, at Rochester General Hospital. Richard was a man of dedication and service, who devoted many years of his career to the Xerox Company before retiring.
Richard completed his education in Rochester City Schools, where he laid the foundation for a lifelong journey marked...
Aaliyah E. Whitson
Feb 28, 2026
Passed away on, February 28, 2026 at the age of 7.
Predeceased by her father, Jerome Whitson; grandmother, Michelle Dame; aunt, Jennifer Dame and nephew, Landyn Whitson.
She is survived by her guardian, Natasha Geska; uncle, Calvin Whitson, siblings, Preston (Tamra Taylor) Whitson and Taylor (Bobby Pagano) Whitson, Tyrell Rosser, Tyrese Rosser, and Tyrone Rosser; mother, Gabrielle Dame; grandparent, Wayde (Carolyn Morrissette)...
Agnesa Crane
Feb 28, 2026
Agnesa V. Crane, Sunrise July 4, 1939 - Sunset February 28, 2026. A beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she leaves behind cherished memories that will resonate deeply with her family and friends.
Agnesa is survived by her three daughters: Melody Burdekin, Jaclyn Monahan, and Shelley Hall. Her legacy is carried on by her grandchildren, Michael (Taylor) Burdekin, Alexander (Tatiana) Burdekin, Kyle...
Edward Joseph Knoepfler
Feb 27, 2026
Passed away on February 27, 2026 at the age of 85.
Predeceased by his wife, Sandra Knoepfler; son, Robert Knoepfler; brothers, John Knoepfler, Joseph Knoepfler, and Robert (Sharon) Knoepfler; and parents, Joseph F. and Viola Knoepfler.
He is survived by his children, John (Barbara) Knoepfler, Christine Barnes, and Richard (Carole) Knoepfler; sister-in-laws, Barbara "Joyce" Knoepfler and Dorothy Knoepfler; grandchildren, Erica (Jason), Sean,...
Irene J. Coveny
Feb 27, 2026
Irene J. Coveny, passed away on February 27, 2026, at the remarkable age of 95.
She leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter. She is cherished by her nieces Kathleen Zwirblis and Rene (Irene) Coveny, as well as her great-niece Cassandra Coveny.
Irene spent most of her life living and working in New York City, but in 2012, she made a...
Peggy L. Chambry
Feb 26, 2026
Peggy L. Chambry
Peggy Lou (Blacken) Chambry passed away peacefully, surrounded by love and the comfort of a life beautifully lived. Just five days after the passing of her beloved husband, Walter, she joined him once again- a reflection of the deep bond they shared.
She was predeceased by her Walter, her husband; her sister Donnie Walsh; and her parents Jane and...
Kristin A. Yachett
Feb 26, 2026
Thursday February 26, 2026
Predeceased by her sister, Jody (Mark) McCall. Parents, Joseph and Patricia, Yachett
Survived by her twin sister, Kimberly (Victor Locurcio) Hall. Niece, Nicole (Mark) McHale. Stepmother, Rita Yachett. Many dear friends.
Kristin will be remembered for her compassion, humor and kindness of her family, friends and her fur babies. Kristin enjoyed spending time outdoors and working on her beautiful...
Christine Cunningham
Feb 25, 2026
Christine passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026 after a long battle with cancer.
Predeceased by her parents Robert and Sophie Taft; her in-laws Charles and Alice Cunningham.
She is survived by daughter Kelly (LJ) Knox; grandsons, Andrew and Joshua Knox; and Kelly's father, Charles (Patti) Cunningham Jr.
Christine loved her family, friends and dogs.
She was born in Massachusetts and grew up going to...
Sandra L. Bubel
Feb 25, 2026
Sandra L. Bubel
Greece – Passed away unexpectedly while living her very best life on February 25, 2026.
Sandra’s life was a beautiful testament to love, loyalty, friendship, and joy. She was predeceased by her beloved parents, Wolfred and Alice Largway, and by the love of her life, her husband of 53 years, Bernard C. Bubel. Their marriage was a true partnership...
Peter R. Truelson
Feb 24, 2026
Passed away on February 24, 2026 at the age of 81.
Predeceased by his wife, Marinella; sister, Valerie Smith; brother, Rodney Truelson.
He is survived by his children, Scott (Kathleen) Truelson & Sheryl (Dean) Wright; grandchildren, Olivia, Nate, Jake, & Cam Truelson & Brittany (Josh) Weaver; brother, Gregory (Jeanne) Truelson; many nieces, nephews, & close friends.
His love and generosity to his family...
Diane Chase
Feb 24, 2026
Passed away on, February 24, 2026 at the age of 81.
Predeceased by her son, Todd Birch; her sisters, Inez Carmona and Lorraine Jones; and her parents Manuel and Inez Carmona.
She is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Robert S. Chase; her beloved children, Lance (Carleen) Birch, Rhonda (Roy) Morrison, and Angela Chase; grandchildren, Jada Chase, Alexandra Morrison, Robert...
Kevin W. Clark
Feb 22, 2026
Kevin Clark peacefully passed away Sunday February 22, 2026 surrounded by family and so much love.
Survived by his wife Debbie Clark of 42 years.
Survived by his Children John Clark, (Jessica Nau) and Danielle Clark Powers (Cody); Grandchildren Emma and Ellie; & many loving nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Kevin will be remembered for his sense of humor, love for sports and...
Michael J. Short
Feb 22, 2026
Michael J. Short, a beloved figure in the lives of many, passed away peacefully at his home in Lima on February 22, 2026, at the age of 65. He was born on October 28, 1960, in Rochester, New York, where he spent his early years nurturing a profound love for the great outdoors.
Michael dedicated many years of his life to...
David B. Munding
Feb 22, 2026
Passed away on February 22, 2026, at the age of 83.
Predeceased by his beloved wife, Ellen Munding; parents, Bernie & Elaine Munding.He is survived by his children, Carl (Amy) Munding, Kurt (Mary Pat) Munding, Katy (Joel) DiMarco & Molly Ann Munding, and Sandy Moscicki; his sisters, Mary Jo Eddy and Kathy Fedison; grandchildren, Joaquin, Sofia, Amalia, Nick, Madeline, Ian, Joel,...
Walter J. Chambry
Feb 21, 2026
Walter J. Chambry
Walter J. Chambry passed on to his eternal rest, surrounded by the love of family. Five days later, his beloved wife, Peggy Lou Chambry, joined him on their next journey-- a reflection of the deep love and devotion they shared throughout their lives.
Walter was predeceased by his parents, Ruth and Walter Chambry; his sisters, Irene, Judith and Nancy;...
Linda S. Tambe
Feb 20, 2026
In Loving Memory of Linda Tambe:
In the quiet of February 20, 2026, Linda Tambe of Canandaigua, NY, passed away at the age of 72, leaving behind a legacy of resilience. Throughout her life, and particularly during the tribulations of her recent health struggles, Linda remained a person of gentle and unassuming character, navigating a protracted respiratory illness with quiet fortitude.
She...
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