Obituaries

Christine I Briggs

Christine I Briggs

Mar 1, 2018

Rochester:Thursday March 1, 2018Predeceased by her husband, Alva C. Briggs Sr. Son; Alva C. Briggs Jr.Survived by her daughters; Flora Beckman, Anna Ruckdeschel, Christine Briggs.Brothers; Richard ( Grace) Diamond, Louie Diamond, Michael (Shirley) Diamond.Grandchildren; Alva C. (Sara) Ruckdeschel, John P. Ruckdeschel Jr., Kenneth Beckman, Wilfrido Barbosa, Michael Beckman, Barbara Andressi, Christine Andressi.Great granddaughter; Eleanor A Ruckdeschel. Many nieces and nephews.No...

Klaus Wesenberg

Klaus Wesenberg

Feb 28, 2018

Rochester - Passed away suddenly on February 28, 2018 at the age of 83. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 60 years, Trudy; daughters, Caroline (Tim) Black & Loretta (Steve) Riddle; grandchildren, Sara, Stephanie, Gavin, & Alex; sister-in-law, Ruth (Michael) Koischwitz in Germany. Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Judith A. Jones

Judith A. Jones

Feb 27, 2018

ROCHESTER - Passed Feb. 27, 2018 at age 72. Predeceased by her lov­ing husband of 41 years, Richard. She is sur­vived by her children, Richard Jr. (Tammy), David, Jeffrey and Jeri Lynn Jones; grandchil­dren, Richard III, David Jr., Joseph Jones, Bar­bara Ann Bean, Haley Barker-Jones; brothers, Williams Spriggs, Scott (Lill) Spriggs; sister, Lynn Spriggs; brothers-in-law, Thomas (Ann), Harry (Patricia) and...

Christine T. Dinatale

Christine T. Dinatale

Feb 27, 2018

Hamlin:Passed away peacefully on February 27th, 2018 after a long courageous battle with Leukemia at the age of 63. Predeceased by her parents, Warren ''Doc'' and Katherine Towner; brother Lance Towner father-in-law, Charles DiNatale. She is survived by her loving husband, Jeff ''Dino'' DiNatale; children, James (Courtney) and Julianne O'Neill, Anthony DiNatale and AnnaMarie (Dennis) Simm; grandchildren, Maizy, Anthony, Austin,...

Dieter Thelen

Dieter Thelen

Feb 26, 2018

Penfield - Passed away on February 26, 2018 at the age of 83. Predeceased by his son, Frank.He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Ursula; son, David (Elizabeth); 8 grandchildren; brother, Adolph in Germany.Family will receive friends 10 AM - 12 PM Friday, March 2, 2018 at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 6 Empire Blvd., where his Funeral...

Walter J. Kusak

Walter J. Kusak

Feb 25, 2018

Rochester: Passed away on February 25, 2018 at 71. Predeceased by parents Jacob & Pearl Kusak (Wolkonowski). Survived by sisters, Regina Simms, Kathleen Kusak, Joyce Kusak-McGuire, & Linda Whittier; aunts, Harriette Miller, Dorothy Wolkonowski, & Florence Wolkonowski; uncle, Albert Kusak & many beloved nieces, nephews, & cousins. Walter was a USAF veteran, a specialist in navigational aids, who served a...

Katherine Elizabeth Ritchie

Katherine Elizabeth Ritchie

Feb 25, 2018

SPENCERPORT - Was taken far too soon on February, 25th 2018 at age 23. Predeceased by her grandfathers, Grandpa Zink & Papa George; aunt Betty. Sur­vived by her parents, Donna & Tom; siblings, Rose (Ed), Rachel, Kris­tina (Ryan), Tommy; niece & nephews, Pene­lope & brother, Eli; dear friend, Jill; along with many extended family and friends. Kate will be missed...

John M. Colapietro

John M. Colapietro

Feb 24, 2018

IRONDEQUOIT - Passed Saturday, February 24, 2018 at age 94. He was predeceased by his wife, Mary. He is survived by his children, Joe Colapietro, Ann Vitollo, Nancy (Craig) Walker, John (Lucia) Colapietro and Janet (Elio) Croce; 7 grandchildren; 16 greatgrandchildren; sisters, Antoinette Russo and Ruth Alessi; brotherin-law, Van (Sally) Cardilli; and many nieces and nephews. Jack was a United...

Carmen B Lora

Carmen B Lora

Feb 24, 2018

Passed February 24, 2018 at age 71.Survived by husband, Domingo Castro; children, Samantha Lora, Ludwig Lora, Fidel Lora, and Lina Lora; grandchildren, Noah, Paloma, Hector, Adalina, Linares, Fideliz, Luis, Thalia, Johnnathan, Lluvia, Isabella, Arielis, Sergio, and Analiz; siblings Iris Rodriguez, Patria Rodriguez, and Manuel Rodriguez; niece, Iris; and nephew Eduardo.Services will be held Wednesday February 28, 12pm at Iglesia Evangelia...

Belford L. Swarts

Belford L. Swarts

Feb 24, 2018

ROCHESTER :Passed away on Saturday, Feb­ruary 24th 2018 at age 90. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 67 years, Ellie Swarts. Survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Gary (Lucynda) and Bruce (Peggy); grandchildren, Scott (Laura), Tim (Megan), Georgia (Eric), Julie (Aaron), Kristine (Mi­chael); great grandchil­dren, Tyler, Brendan, Peyton, Addyson, Rea­gan, Austin, Kennedy, Liam, Patrick, Joseph, and John. His Memorial Service...

Andrew J. Sevigny

Andrew J. Sevigny

Feb 24, 2018

Suddenly and unexpectedly, Andrew has left us with holes in our hearts. A dedicated, hardworking mechanic his whole life. He's fix any car, any time, for anyone.A good son, who called his father every night. A wonderful father to his stepdaughter, and a smart mouthed brother to his sisters!Andrew was a very caring, giving person. He only wanted to please...

Janet L Turner

Janet L Turner

Feb 24, 2018

Rochester:Passed peacefully Saturday, February 24, 2018. Formerly of North East PA. Predeceased by her parents, Elva and Leonard Wagner, sons; Mark , Matthew Turner. Her significant other, Frank Peralta, Sister in law, Carole Wagner.Survived by her son; Michael Turner, daughters; Melinda and Michele Turner. Brother; Larry "Skip" Wagner.Family will receive friends 11am-1pm Thursday, March 1, 2018 at Newcomer Cremations and...

Waneeta Jane Martin

Waneeta Jane Martin

Feb 24, 2018

Rochester: Passed peacefully surrounded by loving family, Saturday, February 24, 2018 at age 55. Predeceased by her father, Angus Martin and mother, Marie Jock.She is survived by her husband, James E. Furgurson Jr.; mother-in-law, Betty Smith; son, James E. Furgurson III; daughter, Jeleesa S.M. Furgurson; sisters, Emily Baker, Gigit (John) Graham, Tina (Randy) Dickinson, Tracy (Ken) Overcast; several nieces and...

Dana Jean Magee

Dana Jean Magee

Feb 23, 2018

GREECE - Passed peacefully on Friday, Feb­ruary 23rd 2018 at age 53. Dana was born in Brad­ford, PA. on January 6th 1965 to the proud par­ents of Gene & Beverly Persichini. She was the youngest of three chil­dren, her favorite sister, Jill Perry, and her fun lov­ing brother, David Persi­chini. Dana moved to Rochester in 1983 to attend Bryant &...

William E. Strassner

William E. Strassner

Feb 23, 2018

Rochester:Passed away on February 23rd, 2018 at the age of 72. Predeceased by his daughter, Kimberly Strassner; step-son, David Miller. He is survived by his loving wife of 29 years Sandra, daughter Tina (Ronald); grandchildren, Katelyn, Amanda and Ashley; great-grandchildren, Zaria and Isaiah; sister, Carol (Donald) along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. Family will receive friends from 5PM-7PM followed...

Thomas W. Fischer

Thomas W. Fischer

Feb 22, 2018

BERGEN - Passed Thursday, February 22, 2018 at age 88. Prede­ceased by his wife, Shirley and son, Danny. He is survived by his loving compan­ion, Donna Pringle; children, Cheryl (Jim) Wagner, Rich (Sue) Pringle, Deb (Wayne) Klieger; grandchildren, Crissy Bergmann, Amy (Justin) Caldarelli, Richard and Sarah Klieger, Sam Pringle; great-granddaughter, Maddie Bergmann; sisters, Janet and Bea; sister-in-law, Barb (Tony) Coppini;...

David Edward Leschander

David Edward Leschander

Feb 22, 2018

Passed away peacefully in his home February 22, 2018 at the age of 82.Predeceased by son in law, Paul GiovanniniSurvived by wife of 60 years, Barbara Markwitz LeSchander; children, Kathy (Don) Pronti, Karen (Lou) Eysaman, Michael (Holly) LeSchander, Susan Giovannini, and Amy (David) Leone; grandchildren, Michael Giovannini, Katie Mertz, Alyssa Pronti, Louie Eysaman, Betsy Mertz, Kimberly Eysaman, Alexa Giovannini, Dominic...

Richard Earl Arnold

Richard Earl Arnold

Feb 22, 2018

ROCHESTER - Passed peacefully in his home on Thursday, February 22, 2018. He was predeceased by his parents, Earl and Marjorie; his wife, Catherine; and son-in-law, Michael P. Dinsmore Sr. He is survived by his children, Thomas (Carol), Mary Jo Platt (Brian Mulherin), Bob (Kris Riemer), KathyJo Dinsmore and Judy Lee Picardo; loved by his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. At...

Joan C. Odle

Joan C. Odle

Feb 21, 2018

Passed peacefully, February 21, 2018 at the age of 85.Predeceased by her husband, of 60 years, Eldreth OdleSurvived by her children, Catherine (Tom Feeney), Lon (Valerie) Odle, Sarah (Martin) Weiner; grandchild, Lon James Odle.Services will be held 1:30pm March 13, at New Comer Cremations and Funerals, 6 Empire Blvd. Burial will take place at the families convenience at Mt. Hope...

Joseph Ward Sr.

Joseph Ward Sr.

Feb 21, 2018

Rochester:Passed away on February 21st, 2018 at the age of 70. He is survived by his loving wife, Rosemary Ward, sons, Joseph (Tynisha) Ward Jr and John (Tammy) Rosario; daughters, Joanne (Alvin) Perry and Roxanne (David) Fields; grandchildren, David, Jazzmin, Reenoda and Alvin; great-grandchildren, Noah and Aiden along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. Family will receive friends on Sunday...

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