Obituaries

John F Cerminara

John F Cerminara

May 3, 2025

Predeceased by his loving wife of many years, Constance Cerminara. Parents, Camillo and Josephine Cerminara. Brother Frank, sister, Mary. Brother-in-laws, Phil and Joe. Daughter-in-law, Lisa. Sister-in-law, Geraldine.

Survived by his children, Lori-Ann (Ryan) Migliore & John II; grandchildren, Johnna (Danny) Collier, Ricky Webster, & Kyle; 4 great-grandchildren; Sister-in-laws, Elaina Libonati; Frances Cerminara, many nieces, nephews, cousins, & dear friends.

The family will...

Edith DeBack

Edith DeBack

May 2, 2025

Passed peacefully May 2, 2025 at the age of 99, at her daughter's home in Portageville, NY.

She is survived by her daughters, Dawn (Vincent) Terziani and Cyd Peace ; seven grandchildren; sister in law, Dorothy Jennings; nieces, Debra Gosbee, Rhonda Esley, Karla Esley; nephews John Jennings, Randall Esley.

Predeceased by her husband, Glen C. DeBack; Jef Peace; parents John and Ethel...

Harold L. Johns

Harold L. Johns

Apr 30, 2025

Wednesday April 30, 2025

Predeceased by his wife of 73 years, Anna Johns; Many siblings.

Harold is survived by his children, Kathy Wilson, Stephen (Kathy) Johns, Thomas (Souzen) Johns, Kenneth Johns; Grandchildren, Jeff (Janine), Kelly, Dustin, Ashley and Princess; Great grandchildren, Addison, Morgan, Kylie, Braydon, Kaelyn, Hailey; Many dear friends. 

Harold was a proud Veteran of the US Army in WWII. He will...

David P. Leonard

David P. Leonard

Apr 29, 2025

Predeceased by his father, David L. Leonard; mother, Helen (VanderTang) Fantauzzo and nephew, Kevin.

He is survived by his daughters, Brianna C. Leonard, Madison Leonard; son, David Leonard Jr.; sisters, Jennifer (Adam) Keller, Sheila (Shannon) Turner; stepfather, Robert Fantauzzo; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Family will receive friends Thursday May 8, 2025 from 4-6 P.M. at New Comer Cremations &...

Steven Tee Boon

Steven Tee Boon

Apr 29, 2025

Passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025 at the age of 63.

Predeceased by his father, Frederick Tee Boon.

He is survived by his loving mother, Gloria; his daughters, Samantha (Jose Gonzalez) and Alison (Anthony Ulgiati); and his grandchildren, Thomas Cooper, Anthony and Ariyanna Ulgiati. He is also survived by his sister, Christine (Ken) Rose, and brothers, David and Michael.

Steve was the...

Linda Ann Henry

Linda Ann Henry

Apr 29, 2025

Linda Ann (Palermo) Henry, born on November 30, 1952, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025, at St. John's Nursing Home. Linda’s life was marked by love, creativity, and a deep commitment to her family and friends.

She is survived by her dedicated husband of 34 years, Ronald Henry, who is heartbroken but grateful for the years they shared. Linda was...

Geraldine M. Coon

Geraldine M. Coon

Apr 29, 2025

Tuesday April 29, 2025

Our loving mother passed away on April 29, 2025.

She is predeceased by her husband, John L. Coon.

She is survived by her children, Marguerite Clemons, Joseph (Michelle) Coon, Jeanette (Ted) Barszewski. Grandchildren, John Cignarale, Rebekah (Gard) Jones, Christa Cignarale, Katie Coon, Benjamin (Grace) Coon, Josiah Coon, Eddie Barszewski and 2 great grandchildren with one on the way!

Our mother...

Robert "Bob" DeJonge

Robert "Bob" DeJonge

Apr 28, 2025

Passed away on April 28, 2025 at the age of 71.

Predeceased by his parents, Martin and Margaret DeJonge.

He is survived by his wife, Betty DeJonge; son, Jesse DeJonge; siblings, Leslie (Chuck) Bellinger, Rick (Michele) DeJonge, Laurie (Marshall) DiStasio and Peggy (Greg) Norry; many nieces and nephews.

Bob's Celebration of Life will be held June 17, 2025. For further information please contact...

Richard S. Simpson

Richard S. Simpson

Apr 27, 2025

Passed away on April 27, 2025 at the age of 78.

Predeceased by his parents, Howard & Virginia Simpson; brother, Thomas Simpson.

He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Tricia Fierro; son, Stephen Simpson; grandchildren, Alex Miller, Hayley Miller & Julia Andreasen; sister, Judy Zulaf; many nieces, nephews & cousins.

Per Richard's wishes, there will be no services held. The...

Constance M. Mroczek

Constance M. Mroczek

Apr 27, 2025

Passed away on April 27, 2025 at the age of 100.

Predeceased by her husband, Edward Mroczek; son, Eddie Mroczek; & son-in-law, Bud Buckert.

She is survived by her daughter, Emily Buckert; grandson, Mark (Jackie) Harris; great-grandson, Tyler; Brad (Lisa), Cheryl (Earl), Gary (Sandy); nieces, nephews, & friends at the Stoney Creek Apartments.

Connie was a Greece Ridge mall walker. She was known...

Rodney Eastman Lewis

Rodney Eastman Lewis

Apr 27, 2025

Born on August 25, 1931 on the island, Grenada- West Indies.

Passed away on April 27, 2025 at the age of 93.

Predeceased by his parents, Leonard & Olive Lewis; siblings, Rosemond, Ennis, Daisy, Greta, Irene & Keith; grandsons Seth and Jason.

He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Kattie Mae Lewis; children, Lee Ernest Riley, Gary Johnson, Roddy (Ivelisse)...

Melinda Kay Smith

Melinda Kay Smith

Apr 26, 2025

Passed away on, April 26, 2025 at the age of 60.

Predeceased by her beloved son, Zachary Shawn Smith.

She is survived by her loving husband, Shawn P. Smith; daughters, Kailey Seavers and Megean Reiman; and her dog, Zeus.

Private services will be held.

In lieu of flowers, American Cancer Society.

To share a memory of Melinda or leave a special message for her family,...

Rose Marie Belcher

Rose Marie Belcher

Apr 26, 2025



Passed away on, April 26, 2025 at the age of 65.

Predeceased by her, father, Robert Rader; mother, Rose Mary (Meyers) Rader.

She is survived by her Son, Roy Belcher; Partner, Frank Chadwick; Brothers, Raymond Rader, Robert "Bobby" Rader, Howie Rader; Sisters Betty Barnhardt, Faith Rader; many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Family will receive friends on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 4-7 PM...

Richard H. Lievense

Richard H. Lievense

Apr 25, 2025

Passed away on April 25, 2025 at the age of 74.

Predeceased by his parents, Edward & Elizabeth Lievense.

He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Donna Lievense; children, Darrell (Stacey) Lievense & Beth (Dan) Borrello; grandchildren, Braden, Owen, Nolan, & Margot; siblings, Helen Pimm, Linda (Larry) Mobilio, Donald (Shari Newman) Lievense, Dale Lievense, & Dianne (Jon) Thomas; many...

Ronald L. Young

Ronald L. Young

Apr 25, 2025

Passed away on Friday, April 25, 2025.

He was a beloved husband to his wife Tamara (Reinholtz) of 65 years. Loved by his son Todd Horton-Young (John) and his daughter Sharon Reisinger (Mike), grandchildren Ben, Sam, Lauren, Kara, Kaylee, Chad and 7 great grandchildren. Along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Ron was a graduate of RIT and worked at Kodak...

Mary "Jane" Wiedrick

Mary "Jane" Wiedrick

Apr 25, 2025

Mary "Jane" Wiedrick, formerly Mary Jane Dunn of Canandaigua, an accomplished engineer and artist, has gone on to join her husband of 65 years, Sidney George Wiedrick. Jane graduated from Canandaigua Academy and went on to General Motors Institute where after graduating, where she became one of the first women to serve as a Tool Inspector and Designer for General...

Stephen "Steve" Louis Jost

Stephen "Steve" Louis Jost

Apr 24, 2025

Passed away peacefully, on April 24, 2025.

He is predeceased by his parents, George and Leona, sister Peggy Spiegelman.

Steve is survived by his loving wife of 10 years, JoAnn. He also leaves behind treasured siblings, Lawrence (Amy) Jost, Molly (Bob) Schudel, Judy (John) Schmitt, Linda Jane (Marc) Posner and Jim Jost; many beloved nieces and nephews and a host of cousins.

Steve...

Roseann Coco

Roseann Coco

Apr 23, 2025

Syracuse - Passed away peacefully on April 23, 2025, at the age of 87.

Roseann was predeceased by her parents, Salvatore and Angelina Coco; brothers Frank (Mary), Louis (Mary), Anthony (Madelyn), Joseph (Geraldine), Santo (Grace), August (Monica), John (Mary), William (Alice) and Samuel (Violet); sisters, Mary (Joseph) Tribotti, Lee (Michael) Caternolo, Josephine (James) Deni; Eleanor (Nicholas) Giannone; Angelina (Michael) Charles; lifelong...

Phillip C. Wheeler

Phillip C. Wheeler

Apr 22, 2025

Passed away on, April 22, 2025 at the age of 75.

Predeceased by his parents, Robert N. and Mary Wheeler; and his brothers, Robert N. Wheeler Jr. & Laurence "Butch" Wheeler.

He is survived by his loving wife, Joanne Wheeler; his children, Chris (Christina Tarricone) Wheeler and Tim Wheeler; siblings, Marianne Sherman and David Wheeler; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Family...

Deborah L. Winkler

Deborah L. Winkler

Apr 22, 2025

Passed away on, April 22, 2025 at the age of 72.

Predeceased by her parents, Bruce and Anna Arliss.

She is survived by her husband, Joseph Winkler; children, Adam (Holly) Dietterick, Drew (Dani) Dietterick, Joey (Rachel) Winkler and Jessica Winkler; grandchildren, Elouise, Arthur, Lilly and Jack; brother, David (Sharon) Arliss; brother-in-law, John Winkler; sisters-in-law, Mary Kay (Jim) Knapp and Lori Scarborough; many...

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