Obituaries
Linda L. Overfield
Jun 11, 2025
Passed away on June 11, 2025 at the age of 75.
Predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Jack Overfield; parents, Jacqueline Dembitsky & Harold Neitz; and brother-in-law, Donald Overfield.
She is survived by her daughters, Patricia (Sean) Walter-O'Donnell & Jackie (Andy Gallo) Hilobuk; grandchildren, Matthew, Jonathan (Emily), Mikayla (Scott), Nicole (Steve), Aidan, Alyssa (Stephen), Josh (Selena), Katie (Gage); great-grandson, Travis; siblings,...
Ruby Ange
Jun 10, 2025
Passed away peacefully on June 10, 2025 at the age of 81.
Born on February 3, 1944, Ruby was a special mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend. She will be remembered for her kindness, strength, and the love she shared with her family and friends.
She is survived by her children: Pamela Coons, George Ange III, Theressie Ange-Sanders, Rose Bell, Thomas...
Edna A. Foster
Jun 10, 2025
Edna A. Foster gained her wings on 6/10/2025, in her home surrounded by family and friends. Edna was born on February 14, 1948, to the late Julius and Ollie Gause (Johnson). She was born in Bucksport, South Carolina. She relocated to Rochester, NY at a young age. She was predeceased in death by her husband Joseph C. Foster. Edna is...
Jean B. Preddy
Jun 10, 2025
Passed away on June 10, 2025 at the age of 92.
Predeceased by her son, Douglis "Billy" Fletcher; granddaughter, Honey LeJean; parents, William "Honey" & Leonora Bachman.
She is survived by her husband & soul mate, Herman Preddy; daughters, Kathy Jones & Leisa (Roger) Sabernick; grandchildren, Heather (Chris) Ayers, Kimberly (John) Latham, Kari Jones, & Allen (Courtney) Sabernick; great-grandchildren, Madison, Maydelle, Henry,...
Amy Reinbolt
Jun 9, 2025
Amy Reinbolt, 69, was called home after a long illness on 6/9/2025 in Rochester , NY. She is predeceased by her parents Frank and Delina Cook, and brothers Frank jr. and Wayne. She is survived by her husband Daniel Reinbolt, siblings Diane Insalaco, Chris Inclema, Joy (Tom) Cringoli, Jerry (Debbie) Cook, Andrew Cook, and Janette (Mark) Magliocco, many nieces and...
Daisie C. Sadwick-Ferguson
Jun 9, 2025
Daisie Chilson, Flaitz, Ferguson, Sadwick
A message of Daisie’s son, John:
It is with great sadness that I share the fact of my mom’s passing, after a long 10 year battle with dementia. Mom was born on December 27, 1926 to unknown biological parents and was adopted and raised by William and Rose Chilson of Canisteo, NY. Mom’s several marriages produced 5...
Suzanne McQueen
Jun 8, 2025
Passed away on, June 8, 2025 at the age of 89.
Predeceased by her husband, Gerald F. McQueen; parents, Claude and Kathryn Crump; and her brother, James Crump.
She is survived by her children, Kathryn (Tom) Bigdoski, William C. (Shirley) Wright Jr., and Gerald S. McQueen; three grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter; and her sisters, Claudia (Nick) Culian and Kathleen Baxter;...
David B. Reed
Jun 8, 2025
Sunday June 8, 2025,
David B. Reed passed away peacefully in hospice. Predeceased by his parents, Richard and Dorothy Reed of Dunkirk, NY. Brother Richard (Judy) Reed of Plymouth MN; Sisters Dorothy (Tom) Sesnie of West Seneca, NY. Sandra (Dan) Murphy of Virginia Beach, VA.
Survived by his wife of 64 years, Lois (Johnson) Reed. Children, Jeffrey Reed of Rochester, NY, Margie...
Patricia "Pat" Southcombe
Jun 7, 2025
Patricia (Pat) Southcombe, 85, passed away peacefully on June 7th, 2025, in Rochester, NY. She was born in the city of Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of Myrtle (Vokes) Southcombe and Kenneth A. Southcombe.
Pat graduated from John Marshall High School in 1957, then obtained a BA and MS in library science from Geneseo State College. In her 30s, she began singing...
Sherry A. Brownell
Jun 7, 2025
Passed away on June 7, 2025 at the age of 26.
She is survived by her mother, Stephanie Brownell; father, Daniel Brownell; siblings, Bethany Brownell, Phillip Sage, Ashlee, & Daniel J. Brownell; niece & nephews; many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Sherry was a vibrant and spirited soul, known for her quick wit, musical and artistic flair. Her generous heart knew no bounds—she...
Claudia J. Herrick
Jun 6, 2025
Friday June 6, 2025
Survived by her children, Mary (Fatih) Herrick, Leonard A. Borriello, Janine (Warren) Borriello. Grandchildren, Tayfun, Ceyda, Ayla, Jade, Branden, Jessilynn.
Claudia loved arguing as much as she loved her dogs, car racing, long walks, and a good ghost story. She will be sadly missed by all that knew her.
Services and interment will be held at the convenience of...
Joseph Merolillo
Jun 6, 2025
Passed away suddenly, June 6, 2025 at the age of 61.
Predeceased by his father, Vincenzo James Merolillo; mother & father-in-law, Michael & Joanne Lacagnina; & brother-in-law, Andrew Paris.
He is survived by his wife & best friend of 25 years, Michele Merolillo; mother, Sally Merolillo; sister, Joanne (Bob) Prendergast & Debbie (Dave) Osborn; sister-in-law, Lisa Paris; many dear friends, nieces &...
Joan D. Staffieri
Jun 6, 2025
Died peacefully on June 6, 2025 at age 92.
Survived by her cherished sister Carol Tolly, her beloved nieces and nephews and their families Lawrence Tuzzolino, Ellen (Tuzzolino) Sargeant, Matthew Staffieri, Christopher Kuech, Karen (Kuech) Sheridan, Sandra (Kuech) Ville, Mary Beth (Tolly) Schroeder and Stephen Tolly. Great nieces and nephews Peter, Katherine, Rachel, Heather, Jacob, Tyler, Jeremy, Hannah, Danny, Jimmy, Shane,...
Thomas G. Lunney
Jun 6, 2025
It is with deep sadness we share that Thomas George Lunney passed away on June 6, 2025 surrounded by family.
He was the loving husband of 55 years to his beautiful Colleen, proud father of Jennifer (Adam) and Meghan (Chad), devoted and enthusiastic Pops of five grandchildren (Riley, Julia, Owen, Elliott and Oliver).
In 2023, he suffered the loss of his brother,...
Jack J. Spronz
Jun 6, 2025
We are heartbroken and devastated to announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and pa, Jack J. Spronz, 81, on June 6th, 2025.
Predeceased by his parents, Ernest & Mary Spronz.
Survived by devoted wife of 58 years, JoAnn; loving son Jack (Francine) Spronz and daughter Laura (Frank Jr.) Marino; adoring grandchildren Marisa and Nicholas Spronz, Francesca and Audrey Marino; brother...
Cynthia A. Robare
Jun 6, 2025
Cynthia Robare Friday June 6, 2025 at the age of 68.
She is predeceased by her father, Leon Heim
Survived by her loving son, Thomas Robare. Mother, Amelia Heim. Brother, Alan Heim (Stacey O'Brien). Nephew, Christopher (Katie) Heim, Jessica (Andy) MacQueen. Great nieces, nephew and cousins. Her companion, Richard Dunn.
Cynthia enjoyed life's simple pleasures. She will be sadly missed.
The family would like...
Donna J. Romashko
Jun 5, 2025
Donna J. Romashko (Belknap), 69, of Hilton, NY, passed away on June 5, 2025, surrounded by loving family.
Donna was born on August 2, 1955, in Rochester, NY, to Earl J. Belknap and Charlotte J. McGovern. She was the devoted wife of Ronald J. Romashko.
Donna graduated from Nazareth High School in 1975. She married her high school sweetheart, Ronald, on October...
Chuck (Charles) Gallagher
Jun 4, 2025
Passed away on June 4, 2025 at the age of 79.
Predeceased by his parents, Ruth & Gus Gallagher; 4 sisters & 1 brother.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Karen (Koczacik) Gallagher; children, Carrie (Dan House) Gallagher, Carol (Tony Alvarado) Gallagher, Meghan Gallagher, Brian (Megan) Gallagher, Shawn LaDue & Adam LaDue; grandchildren, Kayla LaDue, Christian Ruell, Jason Stack,...
Lois L. Tenny
Jun 4, 2025
Passed away on June 4, 2025 at the age of 91.
Predeceased by her husband, Alvan E. Tenny; parents, Maynard & Dorothy Linkner; daughter, Lori Ann Tenny.
She is survived by her sons, Richard (Debra) Tenny, Ronald (Deborah) Tenny, & James (Sandra) Tenny; several grandchildren & great grandchildren; brother, Charles (Sandra) Linkner; nieces & nephews.
In her younger years, Lois was a big...
Bessie M. Memmel
Jun 3, 2025
Rochester, New York
Passed away on, June 3, 2025 at the age of 94.
Predeceased by her, father, Lawrence Lamark, mother, Dorothy Gordan Lamark.
She is survived by her Son, Gary L. (Dianne) Lamark, grandchildren Michael (Melissa) great grandchildren Henry, Charlie, Alex, Mary, Griffin, Evelyn,McKinley, Rowan.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
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