Obituaries

James R. Kendrick

James R. Kendrick

Feb 3, 2026

Passed away on, February 3, 2026 at the age of 62.

Predeceased by his parents, Richard & Margaret Kendrick; sisters, Donna, Doreen, & Linda; and brother, Richard.

He is survived by his wife, Trish Kendrick; children, Sjene (Julianne) Kendrick, Dene (Brad) Kendrick, and Branden Kendrick; grandchildren, Madeline and Lennon; brother, Jimmy Kendrick; nephews, Curtis, Michael, and Cameron; nieces, Michelle and Marcia.

Family will...

Donna Rae Lechner

Donna Rae Lechner

Feb 3, 2026

Donna Lechner passed away on February 03 at 78 years old. She was at peace and in no pain, her children lovingly by her side.

Donna was loved by all.

Predeceased by Husband, Peter V Lechner. Predeceased by her brother, Douglas Miller and Granddaughter, Gianna Tascione.

Donna is survived by her Son, Scott Allen and Daughter, Jamie Recktenwald, Grandson Michael Tascione, Granddaughter Jessica...

Angela B. O'Connor

Angela B. O'Connor

Feb 2, 2026

Surrounded by family, Angela Barbara O’Connor (1934–2026) passed peacefully on February 2nd, 2026 in her beloved hometown of Rochester, NY.

The eldest of four children, Angela’s childhood was filled with the hustle and bustle of an Italian family filled with laughter, fun and Sunday sauce. She fell in love and married her childhood sweetheart who joined the Army and got stationed...

James L. "Jim" Roberts

James L. "Jim" Roberts

Feb 1, 2026

Passed away on February 1, 2026, at the age of 77.

Predeceased by his parents, Leonard R Roberts and Margaret L (McMannis) Roberts; brother Richard L and his wife Donna (August); brother-in-law Terry Kolasa. His father-in-law and mother-in-law, George and Ardell Cowley.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy (Cowley), son Timothy, brothers Wiliam J and Rosemary (Chase) Roberts of High Point,...

Manica "Shuggy" Clinton

Manica "Shuggy" Clinton

Feb 1, 2026

Passed away on, February 1, 2026 at the age of 52.

Predeceased by her father, William Clinton; grandmothers, Bernice Jones and Thelma Riley; and her niece, Shonqula Clinton.

She is survived by her spouse, Tyris Edwards Sr.; children, Laurice Clinton, Tymanisha Edwards, Tyris Edwards Jr., and Tymere Edwards; mother, Bessie Riley; step-father, Zenus Ponder; siblings, Thelma Clinton, Denise Clinton, William Clinton Jr.,...

Roslyn Barone

Roslyn Barone

Feb 1, 2026

Passed away on February 1, 2026 at the age of 86.

Predeceased by her husband Thomas Barone; daughter, Sharon Flanagan; parents, Frank & Carmella Terena.

She is survived by her daughters, Debra (Alan) Lippa & Karen (Gary) Nagy; special cousin, Sue DeFrancisco;grandchildren, Timmy (Heather) Flanagan, Tommy (Michelle) Trayer, Kristie (Bob) Burch, Christopher Trayer, Kimberly (Travis) Yacono, Sarah (Rich) Boyd, Ryan Flanagan &...

Betty Jane Story

Betty Jane Story

Feb 1, 2026

Passed away on February 1, 2026, at the age of 95.

Predeceased by her parents, Chester & Fanny Parker; her partner, Lawrence Squier.

She is survived by her children, Donald (Nancy) Story, Scott (Carol) Story, Jeffry (Cindy) Story & Richard (Christine) Story; 10 grandchildren & 17 great-grandchildren; sisters, Trudy Buxenbaum & Carmen Reynolds; many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Family will receive friends on...

David M. Horsey Sr.

David M. Horsey Sr.

Feb 1, 2026

Passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

He was preceded in death by his youngest son, David Horsey Jr.

He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Mary Pat Horsey (Fulton); his devoted sons, Christopher (April), Timothy (Laura) & Daniel; his cherished grandson, Spencer Horsey; and his brother, Thomas (Ginny) Horsey.

David will be...

Martha J. Schulmerich

Martha J. Schulmerich

Feb 1, 2026

Martha J. Schulmerich, born on January 15, 1933, in Washington, DC, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, in Rochester, NY. She was a remarkable woman who leaves behind a rich tapestry of memories cherished by her family and those who were fortunate enough to know her.

Martha was renowned for her strong personality and unwavering self-will; she was a woman...

Robert L. Brockman

Robert L. Brockman

Jan 31, 2026

Robert L. Brockman, a cherished member of the Rochester community and devoted family man, passed away on January 31, 2026, at the age of 50. Born on January 18, 1976, in Rochester, Robert was the proud son of Marvin L. Brockman, who predeceased him in 1993, and Beverly K. Brockman, who survives him.

Throughout his life, Robert established himself not only...

Gerald B. Frith Sr.

Gerald B. Frith Sr.

Jan 31, 2026

Gerald Balfour Frith, a cherished husband, father, and friend, left this world peacefully, enveloped in love.

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Born on February 3, 1932, to Revan and Francis Frith in Mount Prospect, Manchester, Jamaica, Gerald’s journey began at Huntley Primary School, where his thirst for knowledge took root.

In 1957, seeking greater horizons, Gerald made the brave decision to leave Jamaica for Broomfield, Connecticut, where...

Martha M. Welch

Martha M. Welch

Jan 30, 2026

Rochester, NY

Passed away on, January 30th, 2026 at the age of 89.

Predeceased by her husband, Raymond A. Welch; first husband, William L. Hayden; parents, Lawrence C. and Beulah M. Walker; brother, Robert Walker; sister, Laura Adams.

She is survived by her beloved life-partner, Peter Perine; her children, Katherine (Anne Zengerle) Welch, Frederick (Roseann) Welch, William (Kathleen) Welch, and Janet Welch; grandchildren,...

Kenneth W. Bliss

Kenneth W. Bliss

Jan 30, 2026

Kenneth W. Bliss, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 30, 2026, in Rochester, NY. Born on October 2, 1951, in Warsaw, NY, he led a life full of love, laughter, and remarkable experiences.

Kenneth dedicated a significant part of his professional life as a millwright at General Motors, contributing his skills and work ethic to the...

Ann Caluori SanFillipo

Ann Caluori SanFillipo

Jan 29, 2026

Ann Joan Caluori SanFillipo passed away on January 29, 2026, just 12 days after celebrating her 99th birthday.

Ann was born January 17, 1927 in Waterbury, CT, the oldest daughter of Emil Caluori and Josephine DeCaro Caluori.

Trained in Secretarial Science following an early graduation from Madison High School, she worked at Rockefeller Center followed by a brief position at The Pentagon.

She...

Kevin Lamont Merritt

Kevin Lamont Merritt

Jan 29, 2026

Kevin Merritt, 62, of Rochester, NY, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the Aurora House in Rochester, NY.



Kevin was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, the son of Shirley and James Merritt. He attended Penn State University, where he met his wife, Judith, and received a bachelor’s degree of science in mechanical engineering. He later earned an...

Beverly J. Capurso

Beverly J. Capurso

Jan 28, 2026

Beverly Jane (Friga) Capurso, lovingly known as Nana, passed away on January 28, 2026, after a vibrant and fulfilling 92 years of life.

She is survived by her husband, Lonnie Franklin; daughters Deborah and Carol (Rob); seven grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; brother, Mark (Cindy) Friga; and her dearest friend, Carol Pierce. 

To truly capture who Beverly was would take far more...

Ruth Ellen Anderson

Ruth Ellen Anderson

Jan 26, 2026

We are heartbroken to announce the death of our dear Mother, Ruth Horn Anderson, who passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026, at the age of 92. She was covered in love and supported by the prayer of family and friends.

Mom was born on December 18, 1933, in Baltimore, Maryland. She married the love of her life, Ernest Raymond (Ray)...

Margaret "Peggy" M. Paradis

Margaret "Peggy" M. Paradis

Jan 26, 2026

Margaret “Peggy” M. (Clifford) Paradis, aged 81, died peacefully on January 26th. She was born July 9, 1944, in Weymouth, Massachusetts to Paul and Margaret (Early) Clifford. She is survived by her loving husband, Bruce Paradis, daughter Tracy L. Paradis, and sons Paul D. Paradis and Brian D. (Helen) Paradis.

Peggy was a sweet, shy, and generous soul who is remembered...

Bobbie Jo Mendez

Bobbie Jo Mendez

Jan 25, 2026

Passed away on, January 25, 2026 at the age of 54.

Predeceased by her mother, Nancy Hackman; father, Carl Wood; sisters, Tracy Drake and Cheryl Curtis.

She is survived by her loving husband, Frank Mendez; her son, Jacob (Chelsea Lynn) Schreiner; grandchildren, Brynnlea Rain and Ellie Mae; siblings, Leslie Hackman, Barbara Hackman, and Tracy Campbell; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Family will...

Gweneth D Sailor

Gweneth D Sailor

Jan 24, 2026

Gweneth Denise Sailor, lovingly known as Gwen, was a kind, caring, generous, and resilient woman whose warmth touched everyone she met. Born on October 11, 1954, in Fort Pierce, Florida, she was the eldest of Sarah Brown’s four children and was also raised by her beloved grandmother, Vinnie Mae Riley, whose love helped shape the woman Gwen became.

 Family was central...

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