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Paul Weise

Paul Weise

Jan 15, 2024

Paul Weise, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and respected professional, passed away at home on January 15, 2024. He is survived by his beloved wife of over 50 years, Joan; his sons, Greg (Rita), Jeff (Alanna), and Kevin (Carrie); and his treasured grandchildren, Natalie, Tyler, Austin, Adeline, and Lorelai.

Born on June 3, 1945, in Washington DC,...

Carlos F. Torres Md

Carlos F. Torres Md

Jan 12, 2024

Rochester, NY:  January 12, at the age of 88. He is survived by his sister, Consuelo Torres Jaramillo of Lima, Peru; two sons, Carlos E. Torres (Pokey); Christopher Torres (Amy); and 4 grandchildren Noah, Lindsay, Jacob and Leah. Dr. Torres was a faculty member and a  practitioner (beloved by his patients) in the Department of Pediatric Neurology at the...

Jon Meyers Patterson

Jon Meyers Patterson

Jan 11, 2024

Jon Meyers Patterson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully at home on January 11, 2024, at age 83.

Jon was born August 9, 1940, in Fairmont, West Virginia to his loving parents, Thomas J. and Mary Elizabeth Patterson (both deceased).  He is survived by Karen Olivia Patterson, his wife of 59...

Carl Spivey

Carl Spivey

Jan 9, 2024

Carl Spivey of Rochester, NY by way of NYC passed away on January 9, 2024. Born on October 30, 1948 in Miami, Florida. Carl was a beloved part of his community known for his kindness, genorosity and sense of humor.

Carl affectionately known as “Red” was a man of many interests & talents. He had a passion...

Donald Robert Keenan

Donald Robert Keenan

Jan 8, 2024

Donald Robert Keenan, 41, of Rochester, NY, passed away on January 8, 2024. He was born on January 19, 1982, in Rochester, NY.

Donald, also known as Donny, will be fondly remembered by his loved ones.

Donny is survived by his grandmother, Sharon Walker, his daughter, Savanah Keenan & her mother, Amanda Trimer. He is...

Barbara A. Kermis (Barb)

Barbara A. Kermis (Barb)

Jan 7, 2024

Barbara A. Kermis (Barb) 7-18-1953 – 1-7-2024.  Suddenly after suffering a severe head injury after falling at home on Saturday 1-6-2024.

Barb is survived by her loving husband Richard F Kermis, sister Vivian Cook (Les), her loving fur babies. family and friends.

At Barb’s request, there will no calling hours or services.  Please consider making...

David Olyer Sr.

David Olyer Sr.

Jan 6, 2024

David Olyer Sr passed away peacefully on January 6, 2024. He is  predeceased by his father and mother Neil Olyer and Harriet Banaszak. He is survived by his wife Sandra Unger Olyer of 45 years and his children, Connie (Eric) Zwinger, Damien (Rachel) Olyer and, David (Crystal) Olyer and 18 grandchildren and three great grandchildren; siblings Linda McAuliffe, Ron...

Vivian V. Rightmyer

Vivian V. Rightmyer

Jan 6, 2024

January 6, 2024 at age 84 Vivian entered into eternal rest. She is predeceased by her parents Daniel and Erminia Diloreto, husband Richard, sister Delia, and son David. She is survived by daughters Cathleen Pusateri and Jocelyn Rightmyer, grandchildren Shana and Dana Rightmyer, Matthew Pusateri, and brother Daniel DiLoreto (Johannah) as well as loving family and friends.

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Donna Jean Liposchak

Donna Jean Liposchak

Jan 6, 2024

Donna Jean Liposchak

1955 – 2024

Saturday, January 6, 2024 at the age of 68. She was predeceased by her parents, Donald J. O’Coin and Kathleen “Kitty” P. Rogers; sister, Bonnie Walker and brother, Gary O’Coin. She is survived by her loving husband of 44 years  Daniel “Danny Blues”; stepdaughter, Dawn (Tim) Findley; sister, Dawn...

James R. Calkins “Hammer”

James R. Calkins “Hammer”

Jan 5, 2024

Passed away on January 5, 2024 at the age of 81.

Jim is predeceased by parents, Irene Calkins, James B. Calkins and brother Robert P. Calkins.

Survived by domestic partner, Kelly McGillicudy; his children Scott Calkins (Christina King), Jodi Calkins and James R. Calkins II; his siblings John T. Calkins and Diane Calkins; grandchildren, great...

Catharine M. Shoemaker

Catharine M. Shoemaker

Jan 5, 2024

Catharine M. Shoemaker,at the age of 80 years of age, passed away on January 5, 2024, at Hildebrandt Hospice Center in Greece, New York.

Cathy was born on November 11,1943 to the late James M High and Catherine R High in Seneca Falls, New York. She was the youngest of three daughters. Cathy is outlived by her...

Daniel Driscoll

Daniel Driscoll

Jan 4, 2024

Daniel Driscoll, age 73 of Rochester, NY passed peacefully in the loving care of the Canandaigua VA on January 4th, 2024.

Daniel was a proud veteran who was known for his sense of humor and his huge smile.  The family would like to thank the staff at the Canandaigua VA for their tremendous care and support throughout...

William “Bronco Bill” Koehler

William “Bronco Bill” Koehler

Jan 2, 2024

Rochester, NY – Passed peacefully at home, on January 2, 2024 at the age of 81. Bill is predeceased by his mother, Nancy Koehler; father, Jacob Koehler; brothers, Jacob ‘Butch’ Koehler and John Koehler; mother-in-law, Louise Godette; father-in-law, Charles Godette; sister-in-law, Wilma Zarpentine; brother-in-law, Dale Zarpentine; Grandpup Camo; best friend Freddy ‘Butch’ Garnier. Bill is survived by his loving wife...

David Joseph Ripton

David Joseph Ripton

Dec 31, 2023

Rochester, New York and Orland, Maine. David Joseph Ripton, 67, left this sphere December 31, 2023, in Webster, NY, surrounded by love, light, family and friends for whom he forever will remain in their hearts. David joins his parents, John and Irene Ripton, and his brother/friend, Michael Ripton, who predeceased him. He is survived by his proud children, Shane Fisher,...

Alexander Anthony Tarantino

Alexander Anthony Tarantino

Dec 30, 2023

Rochester—Alexander Anthony Tarantino passed away on December 30, 2023. Born November 13, 1948 and raised in Rochester, New York, Alex was the son of Raffielle and Alexander Tarantino. He was predeceased by his sisters, Beatrice, Carm, Bert, Lucy, and brother Joe. He is survived by his wife, Christine (Somerfeldt) Tarantino; sons, Adam Tarantino and Michael Tarantino (Marie Clarcq); grandchild,...

Linda M. Sturgeon

Linda M. Sturgeon

Dec 30, 2023

Linda M. Sturgeon of Rochester N.Y born April 15, 1953, passed away at highland Hospital after a brief illness on December 30, 2023, at age 70.

It is impossible to sum up a person’s life in just a few paragraphs, as Linda was dear to so many people.  Linda had a truly kind soul and really cared...

Dale Charles Cote

Dale Charles Cote

Dec 29, 2023

In Loving Memory of Dale Charles Cote

Dale Charles Cote, born on September 9, 1966, departed this world on December 29, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones at Strong Memorial Hospital. The cherished son of Norman and Kathleen Cote, Dale is survived by his devoted long-term partner of nine years, Janet; his siblings Chris (wife Dixie), Scott...

Joanne Ford

Joanne Ford

Dec 27, 2023

At age 88, JoAnne Ford passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, December 27, 2023. JoAnne was born in Massachusetts and has been residing in Rochester, New York since she was a young child.

JoAnne was predeceased by her husband Robert Ford of 31 years. She was also predeceased by her two daughters Kathleen Legan,...

Linda Bee Richards

Linda Bee Richards

Dec 25, 2023

Linda Bee Richards, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully departed this world on December 25th, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth that will forever be etched in our hearts.

For 58 years, she sailed hand-in-hand with her loving husband Neil, navigating life’s currents with grace and humor. A devoted mother to her...

Louise S. French

Louise S. French

Dec 24, 2023

Rochester, NY – Louise passed away peacefully on December 24, 2023 after a long illness. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Stephen E. French Sr., her sister Carolyn Salisbury, her children Stephen Jr. (Joanne), Karen Cox (Daryl), Martha Herold (Eugene), her grandchildren Lauren Eckelman (Collin), Emily, Keith (Halley), Kate Holtby (Matthew), Danielle, Rebecca Peacock (Kyle), John,...

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