Gerald C. Rhodes
Mar 17, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gerald C. Rhodes, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who left us on March 17, 2025, at the age of 64. Gerald was born on November 29, 1960, in Gloversville, New York, to his loving parents, Elaine Wilder and Gerald VanNostrand. He is now reunited in peace...
Richard A. Czyzewski
Mar 16, 2025
Richard A. Czyzewski
Hilton, NY March 16, 2025 at the age of 85. Richard is survived by his wife and love of his life, Gudrun “Trudy”. Stepchildren Marc (Christine) Hryhorenko, Heidi (Donald) Green, Eric (Cathy) Hryhorenko. Grandchildren; Andrew and Alexander Green, Tyler, Erika, Ethan and Aiden Hryhorenko. Sisters; Barbara Miller, Doris (Michael) Gendron and three nieces. He was predeceased by his...
Kathleen Ehrmentraut
Mar 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kathleen M. Ehrmentraut, who left us on March 15, 2025 at the age of 52. She was a loving and dedicated mother, daughter, sister and friend, who touched the lives of all who knew her with kindness, compassion, and support.
Kathleen was known for her thoughtful nature, always going above...
James K. Symula
Mar 15, 2025
James (Jamie) K. Symula
Oakfield, NY
March 15, 2025, at age 62, Jamie is predeceased by his father James Symula. He is survived by his wife Charlene, by his daughter Kaitlin and his stepchildren Michael, Rebecca, and Lilah Barrett; his mother, Angela, and his sisters Laurie (John) Parmely and Lisa (Charlie) Langton; his aunt Cheryl Gresock, cousins Doug (Nicole) and Al (Beth);...
Fred "Bud" Rogers
Mar 14, 2025
Fred “Bud” Rogers, age 61, passed away peacefully at his home in Greece, NY, on March 14, 2025, after bravely battling cancer. Bud was predeceased by his beloved mother, Caroline Rogers, and his grandmother, Doris Gruschow.
He leaves behind a loving family, including his cherished wife, Wendy, and his son, Scott (Monica) McKeown. Bud was also a devoted stepfather to Roger...
Catherine Louise Schramm
Mar 14, 2025
Catherine Louise Schramm (née McDonald), 72, passed away on March 14, 2025, in Rochester, New York.
Born on August 27, 1952, in Rochester, Catherine spent her life surrounded by family and friends who cherished her deeply. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister who found immense joy in the company of her friends and loved ones.
Catherine is survived by...
Gary Donald Palleschi
Mar 14, 2025
Gary Donald Palleschi, Pittsford, NYGary was born at home, November 15, 1936, and died at home March 14, 2025. Gary grew up and was educated in Rochester, graduating from Benjamin Franklin High School in 1955, as VP of his class. It was during those years he met his future wife, Maura, on a double date, each with a different date...
Mary J. Castellani
Mar 14, 2025
ROCHESTER, NY - March 14, 2025, at age 86, after a long illness. Mary is predeceased by her husband John and infant granddaughter, Erin Rider. She is survived by daughters, Peggy (Jason) Rider, Marianne (Angel) Morales and Pam (Chris) Davis; 4 grand- children - Paige and Morgan Rider, Tyler and Nora Davis. She retired from the Monroe County Board of...
Anthony Joseph Dambra
Mar 13, 2025
Anthony Joseph Dambra, Jr. (56) passed away peacefully on March 13, 2025 from a short battle with lung cancer. He was predeceased by his mother, Mary Ann, and brother in law, Sam Rex. He is survived by his father Anthony A. Dambra, and his sister, Marianne Dambra and neice Brieanne (Jace) Dambra. He is also survived by his girlfriend Cynthia...
Frances Ainley McDowell
Mar 12, 2025
Frances Ainley McDowell
Frances Ainley McDowell passed away on March 12, 2025. She was born in Providence Rhode Island on August 19,1935 to Catherine and Reginald Ainley. She received her BSc in Nursing Education and her RN from the University of Rhode Island. She leaves her husband of almost 68 years, David Quincy McDowell, and five children, eight grandchildren, and four...
David L. Rorabaugh
Mar 11, 2025
David L Rorabaugh, Beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully March 11, 2025, in Rochester, NY. Born February 13, 1966, in Johnstown, PA.Preceded in death by mother, Sarah (Meredith) Rorabaugh, father, Richard Rorabaugh, brother, Mathew Rorabaugh, father-in-law, Kenneth Smith, brother-in-laws, Paul Cvejkus and Ron Snyder.Survived by the love of his life, Carolyn (Smith), his loving and devoted Son...
Barbara George
Mar 9, 2025
Barbara (Barb) D. George, 73, of Fairport, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 9, 2025, after a long battle with cancer.
In 1981, Barb met her husband, Mick, spending 44 wonderful years together, and raised three beautiful children, Miles, Lindsay, and Dylan.
Barb was a child of nature and a lover of all things creative. She had an...
Brenda Lorna DeVuyst
Mar 7, 2025
Brenda DeVuyst, 79 from Fairport, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 7, 2025, in hospice care (Advent House) after a hard-fought battle with colon cancer. Brenda was born in Plainfield, NJ on March 19, 1945, and grew up in Brooklyn, New York. She attended Erasmus High School and graduated in 1963 before relocating to Rochester, NY in 1963 where...
Susan S. Kinsey (Sedam)
Mar 6, 2025
Susan S Kinsey (Sedam)
Thursday, March 6, 2025, age 85. Predeceased by her mother, Varetta Kemmerling; father, Theodore Sedam; sister, Gretchen Niedermayer; husband, Kenneth “Ted” Kinsey. Survived by her son, Nathaniel Kinsey (Michelle McDonald); nieces and nephew.
A long time resident of Geneseo, NY, she was a flower and vegetable gardener, antique collector, historical researcher, author, home builder, weaver, philanthropist and open...
Edward Fred Knaak, Jr.
Mar 5, 2025
Edward Fred Knaak, Jr. (January 10, 1952 – March 5, 2025)
Edward F. Knaak Jr. of Rochester, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. He was 73 years old.
Ed was born to Edward and Marjorie Knaak in Rochester, NY, and was one of four children. He married Lorry (Shutt) Knaak, his wife of almost 45...
Edward Ernest Austin
Mar 5, 2025
Hilton, NY; Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at age 55 after a courageous battle with cancer, peacefully, surrounded by family and friends. Predeceased by his father, Leonard Delano Austin II; mother, Judith Austin; stepmother, Lena (Pusateri) Austin; brother, Grant (Kathleen) Austin. He is survived by his brothers, Andrew Austin, Trent (Sally) Austin, Dwight Austin, Leonard (Gay) Austin III; step-siblings, Mike (Diane)...
Mary Helen Hetzel Black Hawk
Mar 3, 2025
Mary Helen Hetzel Black Hawk, 91, formerly of Big Flats, NY, passed away at the Webster Comfort Home on March 3, 2025, with her daughters at her side. She was born on May 6, 1933 to John and Rachael Hetzel of Liberty, Pa. She is preceded in death by her parents, brothers, George, Carl and Daniel, as well as her...
Maurice F Durning
Mar 2, 2025
Maurice F Durning, age 92, passed away on March 2, 2025 in Rochester, NY. Maurie is predeceased by his loving wife of 62 years, Arline. He is survived by his daughter, Alicia (William) Baum; grand-daughter, Teresa Strout; brother, Paul (Lois) Durning; and 3 nephews.
Maurie loved to bowl and golf, he was in various leagues in both sports over the years....
Frank Henry Mocniak
Mar 1, 2025
Frank Mocniak, born on March 6, 1957, passed away peacefully at home on March 1, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Frank was the son of the late Henry and Genevieve Mocniak. Frank was a loving husband, father, brother, and uncle. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 41 years, Lori Mocniak, his daughters Jenelle and Valerie...
John Sims
Mar 1, 2025
John Sims, 69, of Weedsport, New York, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2025. He is survived by his wife Debbie, daughter Stacy (Matt) Sperling, grandsons Zach, Alex and Lucas Sperling, mother Pat Sims, brother Jeff (Hope) Sims, sister Sue Sims, two nephews and one niece. He was predeceased by his father, Don Sims. Services will be held on Friday,...