Obituaries

Richard E. Wolpert

Richard E. Wolpert

May 25, 2026

Passed away on May 25, 2026 at the age of 86.

Predeceased by his parents, Elmer and Doris Wolpert; and his sister, Marie Webster.

He is survived by his wife, Linda Wolpert; children, Richard (Jill) Muhs, Karen (Thomas) Wolpert-Buss, Timothy (Beth) Wolpert; grandchildren, McKenzie, Jared, and Spencer.

A Memorial Service will be held at 1pm, on Tuesday, June 2nd at New Comer Cremations...

Russell J. Giunta

Russell J. Giunta

May 25, 2026

Monday May 25, 2026

Predeceased by his son, Tommy Giunta. Parents, Russell and Blanche Giunta. Father and mother in laws, Mamie and Tom Romano. Nephew, Chris DeGrazia.

Survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Kathy Giunta. Son, Jeff (Kim) Giunta. Grandchildren, Danika, Cory, Joe ( Madi), Amanda. Great grandchildren, Ayla, Mylie, Brayden. Sister, Rosemary (Dan) Parshall. Sister-in-law, Lorraine (Joseph Murray) McLean....

Louis V. Civiletti "Sonny"

Louis V. Civiletti "Sonny"

May 24, 2026

Rochester, New York

Passed away on May 24th, 2026 at the age of 89.

Predeceased by his loving wife, Joanne Civiletti; Father, Russell Civiletti, Mother, Carmela Civiletti.

He is survived by his Nephew, Michael Brucato; Sister, Carol Brucato; Brother, Russell (Carmella) Civiletti; God Son, Randy (Nancy) Benedetto; Grandchildren; Great-grandchildren; Great-great-grandchildren; Sister and Brother-in-law, Carol and Walt Czarnik; many nieces, nephews, cousins, family and...

Donna C. Cochrane

Donna C. Cochrane

May 24, 2026

Survived by her loving husband, David Cochrane. Children, Davonna Williams, Tammy (William) Ritchie. Grandchildren, Ryan Williams, Brandon Williams, Coulter Ritchie. Brother, Daniel Herald. Several nieces and nephews, dear friends.

The family will receive friends 4-6pm Thursday June 4, 2026 at New Comer Cremations and Funerals, 6 Empire Blvd. (corner of Culver Rd.) In lieu of flowers friends may make contributions to...

Juanita Marrone

Juanita Marrone

May 23, 2026

Juanita Marrone, Rochester, NY, passed away in the loving presence of her daughters on May 23, 2026 at the age of 82.

Predeceased by her husband of 41 years, Anthony Marrone; and her siblings, Julia Miller, Anita Bueno, Lydia Garcia, and Arthur Peña.

She is survived by her daughters, Kimberly (Gary) Jones and Elizabeth (William Child) Gimeli; grandchildren, Raymond, Jennifer, Lorenzo, and...

Emile Richard

Emile Richard

May 23, 2026

Passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026, at the age of 96.

Emile was predeceased by his beloved wife, Yvette; daughter, Joanne; parents, Patrick and Armande Richard; and many brothers and sisters.

He is survived by his loving children, Jacques Richard, Jocelyne Richard, and John (Paulette Hibbert) Richard; cherished grandchildren, Anthony, Steven, Marc (Lesdy), and Joelle DeVincentis; 2 great-grandchildren, Ian and Ari;...

Shirley J. Hasselwander

Shirley J. Hasselwander

May 23, 2026

Shirley went home peacefully to be in the loving arms of her Lord and Savior at the age of 90 years old.

Predeceased by her husband, Thomas Hasselwander. Survived by her daughters, Susan (Michael) Ferschl, Carrie (David) LaChimia, Amy (Charles) Reggio, Diane (David) Witzel and Jean (James) Bouwens. Grandmother of Brian, Rachel, Caitlin, Jennifer, Joshua and Aaron. Brother Paul Schneider. Several...

Deborah K Collyer

Deborah K Collyer

May 23, 2026

Deborah Collyer, age 71, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026.

Predeceased by her mother Betty and father Robert; siblings Georgenia, Sandy, Edward, Annette and Robert. Survived by her husband Robert; siblings Carol, Norman (Francis), T Michael; children Melissa, Rj (Christina), and Genia; grandchildren Douglas, Carli, Emma, and Robert; many nieces and nephews. Deborah will be greatly missed by many.

No prior...

Charles "Chad" Thompson

Charles "Chad" Thompson

May 23, 2026

Passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026 at the age of 94. He is predeceased by his parents Horace and Alta Thompson and all his siblings; he is also predeceased by granddaughter Alicia Thompson Healy.

He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Joanne Thompson; and his children, Joseph (Valerie) Thompson, Richard ( Celine ) Thompson and Lisa ( Richard...

Sharon Taylor - Heiden

Sharon Taylor - Heiden

May 22, 2026

Passed away on May 22, 2026 at the age of 81, in Syracuse, NY.

Today we honor the life of our older sister Sharon Taylor-Heiden. We at times teased her about her glasses down to her socks! We were once 4 but now are 3. She will forever remain in our hearts and will be missed.

Her Visitation will be held 1:00...

Jason C. Batz

Jason C. Batz

May 22, 2026

Jason Batz, 46, passed away on May 22, 2026. With heavy hearts, we announce his passing far too soon.

Jason is survived by his wife, May Batz, and May’s daughter, Zehra Selim, his son, Daniel Batz, who was his pride and joy; his mother, Susan Farnsworth, his father, Richard Batz, his stepmother, Christi Batz; his sister, Christina Batz; brothers Andy and...

David M. "Suave" Pagan

David M. "Suave" Pagan

May 22, 2026

Passed away on May 22, 2026 at the age of 69.

Predeceased by his parents, Telesforo Pagan & Gertrudis Aponte; first wife, Juanita "Cuchy" Montanez.

He is survived by his children, David Pagan & Nicole Pagan; granddaughter, Sofia Hernandez; brothers, Tony Hernandez & Raul (Gail) Pagan; wife, Myrna Valentin; many nieces, nephews, & cousins.

Family will receive friends 10:00 am - 12:00 pm...

Michael Harris

Michael Harris

May 21, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Michael Harris, a cherished father, grandfather. brother, and friend. who left this world peacefully at his home on May 21, 2026, at the age of 74. Born on January 5, 1952, in Rochester, NY, Michael was a beacon of light and warmth to all who knew him.

Michael was the beloved son of...

Irene E. (Hopf) Voit

Irene E. (Hopf) Voit

May 21, 2026

Passed away on, May 21, 2026 at the age of 95.

Predeceased by her husband of 49 years, Elmer M. Voit Jr.; daughter, Janice I. Voit; and siblings, Arlene Dodge and Paul Hopf.

She is survived by her daughters, Bonnie (Stephen) Vaccaro, Barbara (Terrence) Yeager, and Karen (James) Lawson; grandchildren, Jennifer (Chad) Fairhurst, Phillip (Kristee) Shubert, and Erik Granito; several great-grandchildren; brother,...

Beverly Ann Bush

Beverly Ann Bush

May 19, 2026

Passed away on May 19, 2026 at the age of 98. A former resident of Irondequoit for 60 years.

Born in Rochester, New York to Millard and Mary Keir.

Predeceased by her husband, Donald Bush; and brother, Kenneth Keir.

Beverly loved her home and was an avid award-winning gardener. She enjoyed spending time with her friends and family, baking, her pets, festivals, bowling,...

Robert C. Brownyard Sr.

Robert C. Brownyard Sr.

May 19, 2026

Predeceased by his sons, Mark and David A. Brownyard. Brother, David C. Brownyard.

Survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Joanne Brownyard. Children, Susan (David) DiPasquale, Elizabeth (Dave) Hetrick, Bob Jr. (Marybeth), Thomas Sr. (Sharon) and Brian (Crystal); daughters-in-law, Mary Jane and Jackie. Grandchildren, Christine (Mark), Stacy (LeeAnne), Joseph (Macy), Lynsie (Evan), Jamie (Kyle), Casey (Adam), Michael (Giovanna), Kevin (Lauren),...

Cynthia M. Smith

Cynthia M. Smith

May 18, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Cynthia Smith, Born February 4,1960 in Rochester, N.Y.. She passed away May 18, 2026 at Strong Hospital in Rochester, N.Y. Cynthia was a devoted Christian who found strength and joy in her faith throughout her life. She loved her cats dearly and dedicated many years of service to the...

Donald Frank Bauerlein

Donald Frank Bauerlein

May 18, 2026

Donald passed away peacefully, Monday May 18, 2026 at age 76.

He is predeceased by his parents Donald P. and Norma J. Bozza Bauerlein and brother Ronald Bauerlein. 

Don is survived by sister Suzanne Nitsch; niece Heather and nephew Ronald; very special long time best friend Elaine Ellie; Special friend Bill and many other family members and friends.

Don was a native Rochesterian...

Jeanette Yaeger

Jeanette Yaeger

May 16, 2026

Passed away on, May 16, 2026 at the age of 92.

Predeceased by her mother, Phonie Mae Strickland; and her son, Martin T. Yaeger.

She is survived by her sons, Kenneth (Mary) Yaeger, and David B. (DeLisa) Yaeger; grandchildren, Suzanne (Jeremy) Miller, Zachary (Sarah) Yaeger, Shawn Yaeger, Jonathan Yaeger, and a special Gigi to Gunnar; and many other beloved family members.

With a...

Darryl L. Kittelberger

Darryl L. Kittelberger

May 16, 2026

Darryl L. Kittelberger, born December 21, 1959, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026. A devoted son, brother, father, and deacon, Darryl’s life was marked by his unwavering commitment to helping others and his profound devotion to his faith.

Throughout his career with the Rochester City School District, Darryl lent a compassionate hand to countless parents, serving as a pillar of...

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