Obituaries

Phyllis Ferrante

Phyllis Ferrante

Aug 12, 2024

Passed away on August 12, 2024 at the age of 83. 

Predeceased by her husband, Paul S. Ferrante; & parents, Leo & Rose Forte.

She is survived by her children, Christine Coppeta, Paul J. Ferrante, Matthew (Tiffany) Ferrante, & Michelle Ferrante; grandchildren, John, Jessica, Amber, Jenna, Dominik, Alexis, Michael, Matthew, Joey, & Tatum; great grandchildren, Adalyn, Aalayah, & Gianna; sisters, Rose Micillo...

Barbara Griffin Galli

Barbara Griffin Galli

2024

Barbara passed away peacefully on August 12, 2024 at age 82 after a long illness. She is predeceased by her parents Donald and Marcy Griffin and brother Donald Griffin, Jr. Surviving her are husband Timothy Galli, daughter Laura Galli, and niece Lisa Griffin Howell.

Barbara was known to many as “Bobbie.” She was born in New York City and grew up...

Concetta M. Rovas

Concetta M. Rovas

Aug 12, 2024

Passed away on August 12, 2024 at age 96.

Predeceased by her husband, Joseph.

She is survived by her children, Mary Ellen (Craig) Duritza, Steve, Sharon (Jim) Matott; Grandchildren, Shawn, Wendy (Russ) and Michelle; Great grandchildren, Chelsea, Luca, Nolan and Olivia.

Private services. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

Dolores R. Patchin

Dolores R. Patchin

Aug 11, 2024

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on, August 11, 2024 at the age of 88. 

Predeceased by her loving husband, David S. Patchin; father, Joseph Piasecki; mother, Salamia Ziarko; six siblings; two nieces and three nephews.

She is survived by her daughters, Linda (Skip) Schmeer and Barbara (James) Lampert; grandchildren, James (Sinead) Schmeer, Joshua (Lisa) Schmeer, Joseph (Michelle) Schmeer, Valerie (Arsenio Plaza...

Donald F. Hammes

Donald F. Hammes

Aug 11, 2024

Irondequoit, NY

Sunday August 11, 2024

Predeceased by his parents, Albert and Alma Hammes. Son in law, Steven Foley.

Survived by his beloved wife, Mary Hammes. Children, Karen McGrath, Kathy (Jay) Dietz , Cheryl (Pat) Cunningham, Douglas (Amy) Hanson, Michael (Michelle) Hammes, & Colleen (Mike) Jodoin; grandchildren, Amber (Larry) Peshkin, Jeremy (Katie) Vaughn, Alec (Cassandra) Vaughn, Katie (Ben) Goldberg, & Michael Hammes, Maggie...

Thearthur Jones

Thearthur Jones

Aug 10, 2024

Saturday August 10, 2024.

Mr. Thearthur (Tee) Jones was born on November 7, 1943, to the late Katherine Williams and Jesse Jones in Hazelhurst, GA. Thearthur later relocated to Rochester, NY in his teenage years where he was an exceptional Barber and cut hair for the community for over 50 years. During his time in Rochester, he enjoyed playing tennis, the...

Angelo R. Speranza, Sr. "Sonny"

Angelo R. Speranza, Sr. "Sonny"

Aug 10, 2024

Passed away on, August 10, 2024 at the age of 61. 

Predeceased by his wife, Donna Speranza and father, Angelo P. Speranza.

He is survived by his mother, Joanne J. Speranza; children, Angelo R. (Sara Kuebel) Speranza, Jr., Rose (Ricky) Martini, Maria Speranza, Phillip (Kim) Speranza; grandchildren, Rhett, Gianni, Ryder; sister, Michele Speranza; brother, Raymond Speranza; beloved dog, Pino; aunts, uncles, nephews,...

Angel Ramos

Angel Ramos

Aug 10, 2024

Passed away peacefully on August 10, 2024 at the age of 64. 

Predeceased by his parents, Felix Ramos Sr and Dolores Concepcion; brothers, Felix Ramos Jr (“Phil“) & Franciso (“Frankie”);-sisters, Carmen Cortes Ramos & Maria Ramos; several half-siblings in Puerto Rico; his best friend, Peter Grassia; and his beloved dog, Piper.

He is survived by his loving wife of 14 years, Barbara...

Eugenia "Gigi" Cronce

Eugenia "Gigi" Cronce

2024

Brooklyn, New York

Passed away suddenly on August 9, 2024 at the age of 75. 

Predeceased by her parents, John & Anna Caiazzo; & Charlie Cronce.

She is survived by her son, Anthony (Denise) Caiazzo; grandchildren, Anthony Jr. Caiazzo, Giovanni Caiazzo, Jenna Ford & Evan Caiazzo; brother, Vincent Caiazzo; nephew, Robert Caiazzo; the sister she always wanted, Lorry Macaluso; dear friend Linda Polisseni;...

Carol A. Hawkins

Carol A. Hawkins

2024

Rochester, New York

Passed away on August 8, 2024 at the age of 85. 

Predeceased by her parents, Donald & Margaret Corey; husband, Robert Hawkins; sister & brother-in-law, Barbara (Gerald)Johnston.

She is survived by her, brother, Donald (Jean) Corey; sister, Marilyn (Barth) Christian; nieces & nephews, Debbie Ake, Kevin (Joyce) Johnston, Stephen (Jackie) Johnston, Don (Robinlee) Corey, John (Michelle) Corey, Michael (Jennifer) Corey,...

Patricia A. Reynolds

Patricia A. Reynolds

Aug 8, 2024

Patricia A. Reynolds

Rochester - Passed away on August 8, 2024, at the age of 82. 

Patricia is predeceased by her father, John F. Ziemba, and mother, Marion C. Ziemba; her son, Michael Scott Reynolds; and her sister, Joan Wood.

She is survived by her husband, Bruce Reynolds; daughter, Sherry; son, Bruce; sisters, Elizabeth (Bill) Skeddle, Marion (Dennis) Voth; brother, John Ziemba; as...

Sharon A. Liberti

Sharon A. Liberti

2024

Passed away peacefully on August 8, 2024 at the age of 76. 

Predeceased by her husband, Stephen Liberti; sisters, Patricia Geier & Mary Kay Rogers.

She is survived by her children, Stephanie (Mark) Szwarcberg, Kelli Liberti-Geraci, Stephen Liberti; grandchildren, Sydney & Samantha Szwarcberg, Nicholas, Sophia (Jamie) & Anthony Geraci; sisters, Barb (Ed) Kowalski, Karin (George) VanGrol, Cindy Oakden; many nieces, nephews and...

Linda F. Clark

Linda F. Clark

Aug 7, 2024

Passed away on August 7, 2024 at the age of 75. 

She is survived by her children, Steven (Linda) Soos & Kelly (Sean Fell) Soos-Fell; granddaughter, Zoey Fell; sister, Doreen (Bob) Gagne; many nieces & nephews. 

Family will receive friends 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm Monday, August 12, 2024 at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 2636 Ridgeway Avenue. Her Graveside Service will...

James E. Mathers

James E. Mathers

Aug 7, 2024

Passed away on, August 7, 2024 at the age of 70. 

Predeceased by his parents, Paul and Edith Mathers; sister, Shirley Mathers.

He is survived by his loving wife, Diane Johnson-Mathers; son, Todd (Brooke) Mathers; step-son, Christopher Johnson; grandchildren, Abbigale, Keegan, Kellan and Marley; sister, Jean (Dave) Casteel.

Jim's Memorial Service will be held at a later date at White Haven Memorial Park,...

Mary St. George

Mary St. George

Aug 7, 2024

Mary St. George, born in Valguarnera, Sicily, in 1924, peacefully passed away after 100 years, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and joy. At the tender age of 5, Mary emigrated to America with her parents, Angelo and Carmela Costanzo, where they began their new life.

In 1947, Mary married the love of her life, Joseph St. George, and together...

Shawn Scanlan

Shawn Scanlan

Aug 6, 2024

Passed away on, August 6, 2024 at the age of 34. 

Predeceased by his aunt, Peggy Scanlan; best friends, Mike Collins "Wee-Man" and Jimy Randall.

He is survived by his sons, Austin and Conner Scanlan; fiance, Megan Stockwell; parents,Terry and Linda Scanlan; brother, Dale Scanlan; sister, Cindi Scanlan; niece, Luna Strong; mother-in-law, Laura Stockwell; sister-in-law, Mackenzie Simmons; nephew, River Kleiboer; several aunts,...

Angela Ruggieri

Angela Ruggieri

Aug 6, 2024

Rochester - Passed away on August 6, 2024 at the age of 77. Predeceased by her parents, John & Carol Cimino; brother, Joseph Cimino. She is survived by her children, Benny Ruggieri, III, Victoria & Lisa Ruggieri; brother, John Cimino; former husband, Benny Ruggieri Jr.; brother-in-law, Anthony (Linda) Ruggieri; many nieces, nephews, & cousins. Family will receive friends 3 -...

Louise E. Jacobs

Louise E. Jacobs

Aug 5, 2024

North Chili, New York

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on August 5, 2024 at the age of 92.

Predeceased by her parents, Thomas & Florence Jacobs; grandson, Shawn Carey; sisters, Jane (Steven) Rebock & Betty (Joseph) Kizer; brother, Thomas (Helen) Jacobs; niece, Nancy McDonough.

She is survived by her daughter, Karen (Rob) Reisinger; granddaughter, Jennifer Carey; great-grandson, Dennis Spencer III; step-grandson,...

John D. Sterling

John D. Sterling

Aug 5, 2024

Greece, NYMonday August 5, 2024Predeceased by his son, Richard Sterling.Survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Marilyn Sterling. Daughters, Jeanne (Michael) Brannan, Diane (Douglas) Phillips, Daughter in law, Christa Sterling. Grandchildren, Cameron, Nicole, Derek, Matthew, Michelle, Drake and Sterling. Great grandchildren, Danadi, Triton, Chevelle, Colton, Gage, Leo "LJ", Amelia. Sister, Regina Yarker. Nephews, Dale, Frank and Charles Yarker. Many...

Phyllis Goheen Hayes Vanderlaan

Phyllis Goheen Hayes Vanderlaan

Aug 4, 2024

 Phyllis Goheen Hayes Vanderlaan 

 1928-2024

Phyllis went to Heaven peacefully on August 4, 2024. She passed away at home after a life well-lived. She was pre-deceased by her dear parents Dale and Elfie Goheen, her sister and brother-in-law Mary and Charles Cobb, her brothers and their wives Fay and Mildred Goheen, Robert and Bea Goheen; and her first husband Thomas B. Hayes,...

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