Obituaries
Sharon Anderson
Sep 13, 2025
Rochester, New York
Passed away on, September 13, 2025 at the age of 83.
Predeceased by her, father, George Beuckman, mother, Evelyn Rath Beuckman. daughter Nancy Anderson
She is survived by her husband of 63 years William, sons, Mark Anderson, Donald ( Lourdes) Anderson, sister in-law Jane McCabe. many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
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Johnny E. Howell
Sep 12, 2025
In Loving Memory of Johnny Howell
September 12, 2025 | Age 77
Johnny Howell, 77, of Rochester, New York, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2025. Born in Sherwood, NY, Johnny spent most of his life in Rochester, where he was raised on Kron Street in the vibrant 19th Ward—a neighborhood that shaped his values and spirit.
It was there, in the heart...
Lona G. Kennard
Sep 11, 2025
Lona G. Kennard, 83 of Webster, N.Y. passed away peacefully at home in the afternoon of September 11, 2025 surrounded by family.
Born in Merrill, N.Y. September 6, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Lester Shutts and Beulah Harris Shutts, along with her 3 sisters Linda, Lorna and Marleen. During her childhood, Lona lived in Chateaugay and Malone N.Y....
Curtiss DeWitt Kirchmaier
Sep 11, 2025
Curtiss DeWitt Kirchmaier, born on December 28, 1935, and cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, passed away on Thursday, September, 11, 2025, at age 89 leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and dedication. He was a lifelong Rochester resident attending Marshall High School and University of Rochester who lived many years in Charlotte and Webster. A man of many...
Janice L. Booth Stainton
Sep 11, 2025
Janice Booth Stainton
Passed away on, September 11, 2025 at the age of 61 following a second courageous battle with cancer.
She is predeceased by parents, Halford and Georgine Johnson.
She is survived by her beloved sons, Sam Booth (Mariah), EJ Stainton Bready (Riley) and Will Stainton.
She graduated from Nazareth College in 1994 as a speech language pathologist and served children with special...
David R. Schaefer
Sep 10, 2025
Passed away on September 10, 2025 at the age of 70.
Predeceased by his parents, Carl & Helen Schaefer.
He is survived by his daughter, Jessica Schaefer; love of his life, Marie Meagher; sister, Judy (Dominic) Marsocci; nieces & nephews, Joseph Marsocci, Ninette (Dominic Bologna) Marsocci, God-son, Domenico (Adriana) Marsocci, Gina (Michael) Andoloro; many great-nieces & nephews, many special cousins; dear friends,...
Richard I. Vanderlaan
Sep 9, 2025
Passed away on, September 9, 2025 at the age of 97.
Richard served in the US Army during WWII. He later retired from General Electric/Black and Decker.
Predeceased by his wife, Phyllis G. Vanderlaan; parents, Jacob and Ruth Vanderlaan; brother, Stanley (Katherine) Vanderlaan.
He is survived by his children, Rick Vanderlaan, Gary (Michele) Vanderlaan, Cindy Hayes-Low and Marlene (Jake) Sheetz; grandchildren, Shannon, Derek,...
Jerome J. Infantino
Sep 9, 2025
Passed away on September 9, 2025 at the age of 95.
Predeceased by his parents, Philip & Lillian Infantino; sister, Daisy Kuchman; & brother, Maurice Infantino.
He is survived by his wife of 75 years, Josephine Infantino; children, Philip J. Infantino, Barbara (Keith) Germano, & Michael Infantino; grandchildren, Christina (Alex) Sluk, Philip J. Infantino II "PJ", Lindsay (Amara) Infantino, & Andrea Infantino;...
Suzette "Eppie" (Welch) Scobey
Sep 8, 2025
On September 8, we lost a little girl with a big heart.
She was predeceased by her husband, Nathan, and brother-in-law, Bob.
Eppie was dearly loved by many, especially her family and friends. She is survived by; her sisters, Joette Hartman, Ronette, and special brother-in-law, Brian “Cac” Caccamise; her cousin and best friend, Kimmy (Glenn) Hickey; her nephew, Kristopher “Dude,” niece, Brittney;...
Mary C. (Brei) Merle
Sep 8, 2025
Predeceased by her sister and brother in law, Nancy and Lorin Schieb; brother, Arthur Brei; sister-in-law, Shirley Brei. Survived by her loving husband, Ron Merle; brother, Thomas Brei; sister, Leanne (Richard) Preston; sisters-in-law, Elizabeth Brei, Marilyn Duryea; stepchildren, Darcy (Marc) Sewar, Randy (Christie) Merle, Scott (Lance) Merle; step-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and dear friends.
Mary taught school in Brockport for 34 years....
Joan Marie Rapp
Sep 7, 2025
Passed away on, September 7, 2025 at the age of 63.
Predeceased by her parents, Fred and Joanne Redsicker.
She is survived by her children, Laura Rapp, Charley (Jeff) Rapp, Adam Rapp, Justin (Ariane) Rapp, and James Leach; siblings, Jean (Scott) Johns and James (Darlene) Redsicker; grandchildren, Alizet, Lyasia, Lillyanna, Aryanna, Adam Jr., Adalee, Samuel, Jayden, and Jadalise; great-grandchildren, Elie'ani, Alizet II,...
Derek N. Burnett
Sep 7, 2025
Derek N. Burnett, born on December 20, 1980, in Rochester, New York, departed this world on September 7, 2025. His journey through life was marked by a deep love of family and pets, reflecting a warm and caring spirit that touched all those fortunate enough to know him.
Throughout his career, Derek enjoyed working at a variety of different fast food...
Gregory L. Robinson
Sep 5, 2025
Gregory Lewis Robinson, 69, of Rochester, N.Y formerly of West Point, GA transitioned to his heavenly home on September 5, 2025.
Gregory was born January 4, 1956 in LaGrange, GA to the Late William Howard and the Late Marie Cumberlander Robinson. He attended West Point High School. At the age of 19 on Easter Sunday, he left West Point Georgia and...
Janet Rose Cosway
Sep 5, 2025
Janet Rose Cosway, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2025 at the age of 79. Born on January 5, 1946 in Buffalo, New York to Claude and Rose Johnson, she was a woman of strength, courage and strong work ethic.
Janet Rose Cosway was the heart of her family, a devoted wife to...
Leslie E. Mulley
Sep 5, 2025
Passed away on September 5, 2025 at the age of 64.
Predeceased by her husband, Tom Mulley; father, David Greening, Jr.; & brothers, John Stormm and David Greening III.
She is survived by her son, Thomas (Angela) Mulley; grandsons, Russell and Logan; partner, Joseph Ochoa; mother, Loretta Greening; sisters, Linda Sigwalt (Bill) and LuAnn Scanio (Dennis); many nieces, nephews and cousins.
No formal...
Ingeborg H. Redfield
Sep 5, 2025
Passed away on September 5, 2025 at the age of 90.
Ingeborg Hilde Redfield, née Grüber, was born in Tübingen, Germany, on July 28th, 1935. She lived in Germany until the age of 21 and received her education and diploma in Early Childhood Education.
In the year 1956, in July, she immigrated to the United States, lived in Rochester, N.Y., and worked...
Easter M. White
Sep 4, 2025
Passed away on, September 4, 2025 at the age of 97.
Predeceased by her, father, Willie Brown, mother, Rosa Brown, sons, Jerome White,and Harry White, husband, Samuel White, Sr..
She is survived by her daughter, Dorothy Henry, sons, Samuel White, Jr., Charles White, Benjamin White, many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Family will receive friends - From 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm, September 12,...
Diane M. Curley
Sep 3, 2025
Diane M. Curley, born on September 7, 1941, in Rochester, has left this world peacefully on September 3, 2025, surrounded by love and cherished memories. She carried with her an indomitable spirit that touched the hearts of all who knew her.
Diane's journey through life was marked by her unwavering devotion to her family and her esteemed career in a law...
Betty Ann Erdmann
Sep 3, 2025
Passed away on September 3, 2025 at the age of 63.
Predeceased by her parents, Albert and Betty J, Erdmann.
She is survived by her partner, Ronald Garner; daughter, Shawna (Ryan) List; grandchildren, Melanie and Travis; brother, Albert (Jean Sciacchitano) Erdmann Jr.; nieces, Toni (Pat) Conner and Lisa Sciacchitano.
Direct burial at Morton Union Cemetery, 1873 Kendall Rd.
Memorial donations may be directed to...
John Snyder Shaffer, Jr.
Sep 2, 2025
Passed away on September 2, 2025 at the age of 73.
Predeceased by his parents, Katherine and John Shaffer, Sr.; sister, Mary O'Donnell.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, JoEllen Shaffer; son, Ben Shaffer; daughter, Maggie (Jim) Grillo; granddaughters, Mary, Emma and Juliana Grillo; brother, James Stearns; many nieces and nephews.
John retired from Sheet Metal Workers' Local Union 46...
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