ROCHESTER, NY: Sylvia Ferrara, 84 of Rochester NY passed away on September 12th, 2023 surrounded by her children. Born in Cerda, Italy, she moved to Rochester, NY at the age of seven. Predeceased by her parents Fillipo & Epifania LaTona (Tripi), brothers Frank LaTona and Michael LaTona.
She is survived by her three children: Michael (Cheryl) Ferrara, Ronald (Kimberly) Ferrara, and daughter Karen Ferrara. Sylvia also leaves behind her grandchildren: Philip, Ron, Eric (Kristina), Jesse (Britney), Tia, Amy (Jonathan), and Jamie Ferrara, as well as four great-grandchildren: Parker, Tyler, Erica, and Hunter; Brothers Tony (Kathy) LaTona, Joseph (Margaret) LaTona and Sister Nancy (Bill) Benjamin; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Sylvia was a hard worker and a devoted mother. After Sylvia retired from GM/Valeo, she enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family.
A Memorial Service/mass will be held on Saturday, September 30th, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, at St. Ann’s Chapel located at 1500 Portland Ave. Rochester, NY.