Obituaries
Phyllis W. Johnson
May 26, 2025
Passed into eternity on Monday, May 26, 2025 at the age of 93. She was predeceased by her husband, Carroll Johnson along with many brothers and sisters. She is survived by her children, Gary (Donna), Elaine (Tim) Bissell, Allen (Donna) and Leslie Johnson; grandchildren, Kathy, Linda, Tom, Dan, Carie, Joeleen, Christopher, Leanne, MacKenzie and Kraig; 13 great-grandchildren; brothers, Richard (Nancy)...
John P. Coleman
May 26, 2025
Passed away on May 26, 2025 at the age of 60.
Predeceased by his parents, John and Rosalia Coleman; & daughter, Abby Coleman-Ortega.
He is survived by his children, Audrey Coleman and John Coleman Jr.; grandchildren, Emilia and Ryan; longtime partner, Lisa Montante Kelly; siblings, Linda A. Smith, Terrance (Marianne) Coleman, Nancy Daniels, Ann (Henry) Boehly, Tom (Linda) Coleman, Carol (Phill) Masetta;...
David E. Parker
May 25, 2025
Passed away on, May 25, 2025 at the age of 89.
Predeceased by his beloved wife, Margaret Parker; parents, Charles and Estelle Parker; and his brother, Charlie Parker.
He is survived by his loving children, Steve (Karen) Parker, Cynthia Ann DiBaudo, Michael (Melissa) Parker; grandchildren, Lindsay, Nolan, Natalie, Samantha, Sierra, Tim, Patrick, Mark, and Tessa; 11 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and cousins;...
Orien Marks
May 24, 2025
Passed away on May 24, 2025 at the age of 80.
Predeceased by his parents, Samuel and Beatrice Marks; siblings, Joanne James, Francine Clements, Benny Grant, Alfred Marks, and Lester Marks.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Gloria Marks; daughters, Cheryl Frazier and Brittany (Taurean Raspberry) Marks; granddaughter, Rosa Marks; siblings, Gloria Butler, Wanda Marks, Brenda Green, & Johnny...
Carole C. Conte
May 24, 2025
Carole C. Conte passed away peacefully on Saturday May 24, 2025 surrounded by her family after a long and courageous battle with colon cancer. Cancer has lost, Carole has won. She was our Matriarch, protector and our inspiration.
Carole is predeceased by her husband Edward T. Conte, mother Pauline (Kelly) Burns, sister Marie (Charles) Ryan, Step-son Edward R. (Sandra) Conte, mother...
Emilia D'Angelo
May 24, 2025
Passed away on May 24, 2025 at the age of 88.
Predeceased by her parents, Giovanni & Maria D'Angelo; sister, Corradina DeRosa.
She is survived by her siblings, Pietra Cafarelli, Louis (Mary) D'Angelo, Anna M. Caricchio, Rita (Roy) Mikulski, & Sebastian (Camille) D'Angelo; many nieces, nephews, & cousins.
Her Funeral Mass will be held 9:30 am Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at St. Theodore...
Florence Giovino
May 24, 2025
Passed away on, May 24, 2025 at the age of 95.
Predeceased by her loving husband, Joseph R. Giovino; and her parents, Lewis and Catherine Slade.
She is survived by her children, Mark Giovino, Ruth (Dave) Rumbold, and Terry Giovino; grandchildren, Carrie (Scott), Mike (Stacy), Lindsey, Sam, Isaac (Dominique), Matthew, and Lauren (Sean); great-grandchildren, Emily, Madeline, William, Alex, Lily, George, Shannon, Thomas,...
Elizabeth C. Ernisse
May 24, 2025
Saturday May 24, 2025
Predeceased by her husband, Gordon F. Ernisse. Parents, Christine and Vern Daniels. Brothers, Donald, Arnold, Tom, Robert Daniels. Sister, Elinor Lincoln.
Survived by her sons, James (Karen) and Mark (Deanna) Ernisse. Grandchildren, Paul (Sarah), Thomas (Samantha), Zachary (Leann), Joshua (Jessica) Ernisse. 6 Great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, dear friends.
Elizabeth was a lifelong member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of...
John A. Schneider
May 23, 2025
John A. Schneider, 43 of Manchester, Connecticut, passed peacefully on May 23rd, 2025, with his family by his side.
John was born into a one-of-a-kind, warm, tight-knit family on December 10th, 1981, in Rochester, NY. He was the son of John and Linda Schneider. Love, laughter, and loyalty are a way of life for the Schneider family and have guided the...
Michael S. Progno
May 23, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Progno, a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and treasured friend. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his beloved family.
Born and raised on Emerson Street in Rochester, NY, Mike lived a life rich in love, family, and adventure. At just 14 years old, he met the love of...
Barbara M. Gropp
May 23, 2025
Passed peacefully, Friday May 23, 2025.
Predeceased by her loving husband, Paul G. Gropp. Brothers, James Hefner and Rob Hefner. Sister, Dorothy Dobra.
Survived by her beloved children, Jackie (Todd) McMichael, Paul D. Gropp, Debbie (Jason) Hall, Dan Gropp, & Ken (Julie) Gropp; cherished grandchildren, Corey, Cody (Alyssa Sowan), & Casey McMichael, Morgan Hall, Savannah, James, & Nicholas Gropp, Sienna & Jackson...
Roger Haas
May 22, 2025
Roger S. Haas, born on March 25, 1949, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love. He was the cherished son of Clarence and Florence (Smith) Haas of Utica, New York, and the youngest of three children, preceded in death by his sister, Dorothy Hagues (Robert Hagues), and his brother, Charles Haas (Cheryl Haas).
Roger was...
Edward "Ed" Bennett
May 22, 2025
Edward "Ed" Bennett, a compassionate soul and devoted family man, was born on October 23, 1958, in the picturesque Niagara Falls, New York. He passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025, at the home of his beloved sister, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and dedication.
For over twenty five years, Ed served as an Advanced Life Support Technician with...
Donald J. Cragg
May 21, 2025
Donald J. Cragg, 79, of Rochester, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Born on February 4, 1946, Don was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and a man whose quiet strength left a lasting impression on all who knew him.
Don was the youngest of four boys and was born a twin. Sadly, his baby sister passed away shortly...
Inez C. Rodwell-Burton
May 20, 2025
Inez C. Rodwell-Burton passed away in hospice at the age of 85. She was predeceased by her second husband, Charles Burton; her first husband, Henry Rowe Sr.; her sister Angelina Rowe; her brother William Rodwell; her son Michael W. Rowe; and, son Henry Rowe Jr.
She is survived by her children, Michele Dent of Dayton, OH; George A. Rowe of Watervliet,...
Grace D'Amato
May 19, 2025
Monday May 19, 2025
Predeceased by her husband, Louis J. D'Amato. Brother, Joseph Cassano. Parents, Fannie and Rocco Cassano.
Survived by her children, Donna (Richard) Godfrey, Michael D'Amato, Louis D'Amato. 3 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren.
Family and friends may assemble at 11am Friday May 23, 2025 at St. Mark's Roman Catholic Church, 54 Kuhn Rd, Greece, NY 14612. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
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Carole L. Thornton
May 18, 2025
Carole was predeceased by her parents, Robert and Angela Thornton; & her brothers, Randall, Richard and Darryl.
She is survived by her brother, Robert (Kathleen) Thornton; sister-in-law, Elaine Thornton; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Carole retired from Taylor Instruments and Eastman Kodak Company. She was a strong, independent woman who loved her family with a passion. She loved getting together...
Linda Pietrowski
May 16, 2025
Passed away after a brief illness on May 16, 2025 at the age of 82.
Predeceased by her husband, Robert Pietrowski; parents, Daniel & Virginia Wilhelm; brother, Richard Wilhelm; niece, Kim Ancello.
She is survived by her daughters, Beth (Doug) Mally & Amy (Paul) Heberger; grandchildren, Jacob Heberger, Jessica Mally & Alix Heberger; siblings, Kathy (Fred) Ancello & Daniel (Laura) Wilhelm; several...
Vienna Di Prospero
May 16, 2025
Passed away on, May 16, 2025 at the age of 92.
Predeceased by her husband, Angelo Di Prospero; parents, Gabriele and Serena Maurizio; brother, Natale.
She is survived by her daughters, Gisella (Vince) Falletta and Angela (Patrick) Di Prospero-Farrell; grandchildren, Marisa (Alessandro) Galioto, Marco (Maria) Falletta, Mark (Courtney) Kommeth, Jacob Farrell, Jennifer (Nick) Farrell; 8 great-grandchildren; siblings, Giulia Gasbarre, Sam (Maria) Maurizio;...
Shawn P. Smith
May 15, 2025
Passed away on May 15, 2025 at the age of 58.
Predeceased by his loving wife of 30 years, Melinda; beloved son, Zachary Shawn Smith.
He is survived by his mother, Lois; brothers, Thomas (Sharon) & Dave (Liz); step-daughters, Kailey & Megean; nieces & nephews, Damian, Samantha, Kyle, Ryan, Tyler, & Allison; many cousins.
Shawn was one of the most gentle, loving, &...
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