Obituaries
Bernice W. Spriggs
May 8, 2008
Spriggs, Bernice W.Rochester: Passed peacefully Thursday, May 8, 2008 at age 89. Predeceased by her parents, Karl & Pearl Severance; sisters, Lucille and Marion. She is survived by her loving children, Judi (Richard) Jones, William Spriggs of CA and Lynn Spriggs; grandchildren, Jeffrey, Richard Jr. (Teresa), David and Jeri Lynn Jones, Levi (Veronica) Spriggs; great-grandchildren, Joseph, Richard III, David Jr....
Clara Hayes
May 8, 2008
Hayes, Clara B. (Hargrave)Rochester: Passed away peacefully on May 8, 2008, at age 87. She was predeceased by her husband, James; sons, Michael and Leonard; brothers, Flournoy and Kenneth Hargrave; step-brothers, Joseph and William Dorr; sister-in-law, Shirley Hargrave. She is survived by her children, Marsha, Jack (Donna), Timothy (Rosalind) Hayes; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren; brother, Edward Hargrave; cousin, Betty (Henry) Lapinski;...
Kathryn J. Cervini
May 8, 2008
Cervini, Kathryn J. Hilton: Thursday, May 8, 2008. Predeceased by her husband, James S. Cervini. She is survived by her children, David (Brenda), James, Kristine, Kathy and Carol Cervini, Katie (Jeff) Scott; grandchildren, Michael, Kaylin, Christopher, James and Shawn; and many other family members.Family and friends may call Saturday 10-12 at the New Comer Funeral Home, 2636 Ridgeway Avenue, where...
Donna M. Patrick
May 5, 2008
Patrick, Donna M.Rochester: Peacefully on Monday, May 5, 2008, at age 46. Predeceased by her parents, George and Constance. Survived by her brother, Duane (Debbi); fiance, David Wheeler; aunt, Marie (Al) Drew and uncle, Bob (Judy) Wandtke; along with many cousins.Family will receive friends on Saturday, May 10th from 2-4 PM at the New Comer Funeral Home, 6 Empire Blvd.,...
Gertrude M. Mcmillan
May 5, 2008
McMillan, Gertrude M.Rochester: Unexpectedly, surrounded by her family, May 5, 2008 at age 85. She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Clifford; and beloved daughter, Tracy (Steve) Peets.There will be no prior calling hours. Her Graveside Service will be held 12 Noon Wednesday at Riverside Cemetery, 2650 Lake Avenue (please meet at main gate). Donations may be...
Eric A. Cederstrom, M.D.
May 3, 2008
Cederstrom, Eric A. M.D.Greece/Hilton:12/16/1955 ~ 5/3/2008. One of God's most precious and faithful servants, Eric Cederstrom, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on May 3, 2008. He has promised to see again his wife of almost 25 years, Linda "Lin" (Hahn) Cederstrom; his precious son, Nathan J. Cederstrom; his "baby girl", Lauren E. Cederstrom and his most...
Mary Annes.(Sweeney) Landers
May 3, 2008
Landers, Mary Anne S. (Sweeney)Avon: Saturday, May 3, 2008, at age 74. Predeceased by husband, Jack Landers; siblings, Joan Johnson & John Sweeney. She is survived by her children, Kathleen (Charles) Landers-Appell, Daniel (Suzanne Jarreau) Landers & Patrick (Laura) Landers of TX; grandchildren, Christopher Latoski, Caitlin Appell, Lynda (Dominic) Bontempo, Michael Jarreau, Violet & Collete Jarreau-Landers, Katie Landers; great-grand-children, Isaac...
Linda L. Ottley
May 3, 2008
Ottley, Linda L.Gates: Peacefully, at home, Saturday, May 3, 2008, at age 67, after a long battle with cancer. She is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Fred; daughters, Laura (Leo) Porter, Catherine Ottley, Carol (Bruce) Blechl; 6 grandchildren, Heather, Kimberly, KT, Lauren, Allison, Nathan; and great-grandchild, Alana. Linda loved and played classical piano. She took lessons for...
John M. Maira
May 3, 2008
Maira, John M.Greece: Saturday, May 3, 2008 at age 52. Predeceased by his father, Gaetano Maira. He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Lorraine; daughters, Nancy (Damien) Abbondanzieri, Michelle (Michael Thomas) Maira; mother, Kathryn Maira; granddaughters, Vanessa Thomas and Alena Abbondanzieri; sisters, Sue (Roger) Welch, Kathy (Michael) Phelan, Lisa (Frank) Schramm, Karen (Kevin) Hoppenbauer; brothers, Mike (Beth)...
Richard M. Mckain, Sr.
May 1, 2008
McKain, Richard M. Sr.Greece: Passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family May 1, 2008 at age 72. Predeceased by his parents, Raymond and Helen McKain; He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Mary (Northcote); children, Raymond (Vicky), Patrick (Jodi), Richard Jr. (Donna) McKain and Maureen (Matthew) VanLare; 9 loving grandchildren, Nicholas, Sarah, Ian, Danielle, Ashley, Matthew, Abigail,...
Anne P. Connelly
Apr 30, 2008
Connelly, Anne P.Rochester: Suddenly on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at age 90, surrounded by her loving family. She is predeceased by her husband, John P. Connelly. Survived by her children, John (Dorothy), Barbara (Gary) Zaso, Steve, Tim (Diane); grandchildren, Tammy (Mike) Mohr, Karie Zaso, Sean Connelly, Sue (Jim) Lepore, Matt (Michelle) Zaso, Amanda Connelly (fiance of Greg Strawser) and Lauren...
Sharon L. Travis
Apr 30, 2008
Travis, Sharon L.(Anderson)Greece: Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at age 67. She is survived by her loving husband and best friend of 47 years, Richard Travis; children, Greg (Sarah) Travis of WV, Kelly (Mark) Counts of Clarkson, NY and Todd (Robin) Travis of GA; grandchildren, Craig, Erin and Stephen Counts, Lauren and Mitchell Travis; special friends, Pete and Rita Hunt.Family and...
Suzanne M. Zimmer
Apr 28, 2008
Zimmer, Suzanne M.Hilton: Peacefully on Monday, April 28, 2008 at age 66. She is survived by her mother, Florence Spinelli; children, Lori (Larry) Young, Rob and Daniel Howe, Shaun Zimmer; grandchildren, Veronica, Sarah, Ariel and Brandon; brothers, Michael (Shirley) and Samuel (Gisele) Spinelli; along with several nieces, nephews, friends; and her dog, Angel. Suzanne will always be remembered as a...
Paul T. Schwartz
Apr 26, 2008
Schwartz, Paul T.Gates: Passed peacefully with his family by his side on April 26, 2008. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Ann; daughters, Kim (Randy) Slotnick, Wendy (John) McCarthy; grandchildren, Darren, Erika and Jayden; brothers, Jim (Elsie) and Mike (Linda) Schwartz; nieces and nephews; his faithful feline companions, Mr. Cow and Ollie. Paul proudly served in the US...
William F. Hart
Apr 25, 2008
Hart, William F. "Billie"Irondequoit: April 25, 2008 at age 85. He is survived by his sons, Gary and Dennis Hart; grandchildren, Kerry, Corinne, Katrina, Christina, Tanya, Dennis Jr. and great-grandchildren; sisters, Reta Rogers, Jean (Robert) Osborne and Janet White; brother, Kenneth (Carol) Hart; nieces and nephews including, Guy Rogers and David Hart. He was a WWII veteran and member of...
Esther J. Black
Apr 25, 2008
Black, Esther J.Rochester: Friday, April 25th, 2008, at age 74. Predeceased by her husband, Ivan Black. She is survived by her loving children, Patricia (Brian) Jenkins of GA, Linda (Mark) Ochsenbein of Oswego, NY, and Daniel (Danielle) Black; grandchildren, Imani and Nailah Jenkins, Christopher and Jacob Black; sisters Mamie (Mention) Gamble and Laurene (Johnnie) Nesmith both of SC; brothers, Booker,...
Brian L. Kanous
Apr 24, 2008
Kanous, Brian L.Rochester: Passed unexpectedly April 24, 2008 at age 46. Predeceased by his parents, Allan and Monica Kanous and brother, Larry Kanous. He is survived by his brother, Doug (Karen) Kanous and sister, Karen (Toby) Keller; niece and nephews; many special friends at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery including, Doug Kuszlyk.There will be no prior calling hours. Those wishing to attend...
Caroline Maisel
Apr 23, 2008
Maisel, Caroline Rochester: Suddenly on April 23, 2008 at age 70. She is predeceased by her son, Christopher. She is survived by her son, Michael; daughters, Laura (James) Bennett and Susan Maisel; grandchildren, Katherine and Jaclyn Bennett; sisters, nieces and nephews.Family will receive friends on Saturday, April 26 from 2-4 P.M. at New Comer Funeral Home, 6 Empire Blvd. Interment...
Norma Jean(Smith) Monell
Apr 23, 2008
Monell, Norma J. (Smith)Irondequoit: Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at age 76. Predeceased by her husband, Thomas F. Monell and parents, Ralph and Margaret Smith. She is survived by her loving children, Karen (Jim) Phillips of Williamson, NY, Beth (Dennis) McBride, Tom (Katie Andrese) Monell and Jackie (Dale Rosilio) Monell; grandchildren, Cory (Amy) and Erin Phillips, Dave McBride, Mike and Jaime...
Doris A. Petersen
Apr 22, 2008
Petersen, Doris A.Rochester: Suddenly on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at the Palliative Care Center at St. Ann's Home at age 93. She is survived by her son, Richard; 1 grandson; 5 great-grandchildren; and her sister, Edna Weitzel; along with many nieces and nephews.The family will receive friends on Monday, April 28th from 4-8 PM at the New Comer Funeral Home,...
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