Nov 17, 2023

8.19.51 – 11.17.23

After a valiant battle with cancer, Joanne E. Layton, 72, died on November 17, 2023, in Victor, NY.

Joanne was born and raised in Binghamton, NY, and attended Binghamton Central High School, class of 1969. She then left to attend the Syracuse University School of Nursing, graduating in 1974. Upon her licensure...

Nov 17, 2023

CHILI, NY – on November 17, 2023, at the age of 79, Bill peacefully passed away.

Bill was predeceased by his mother, Patrica Lapham, and grandfather, John “Pop” Bennett. He is survived by his daughters, Susan Parkhurst (Glen Harris) and Tracy Poten; grandchildren, Jasmyn Parkhurst (Josh Moore), Thomas Parkhurst, Makel Harris, and Ian Poten; great-grandchild, Ashton Moore;...

Nov 13, 2023

G. Michael “Mike” Otto passed away peacefully after a brief illness on November 13, 2023. He was born in Fremont, Ohio on September 5, 1939. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Ruth; children Sixten and Kirstra; grandchildren Benjamin, Aidan and Madeline; sisters Maria and Margretha; and brother Stephen.

Mike served in the Army from...

Nov 13, 2023

Age 86, passed away peacefully on 11/13/23. She was predeceased by husband Thomas Frazer and sisters Kathleen Gottschalk and Joanne Harris-Brennan. She is survived by partner Patrick McElligott, sisters – Carol (Gary) Schmitz, Sharon (Dennis) Tubolino, Donna (John) Pereira, Suzanne (Randy) Stevens, brothers – Gerald Gottschalk, Robert (Kathleen) Gottschalk, children – John (Maureen) Frazer, Theresa (Susan) Frazer, Barbara (Steven)...

Nov 13, 2023

William Lee Kerr born on April 3, 1939 and passed away peacefully at home with family on Monday, November 13, 2023.

He is survived by his wife, Susan Kogut-Kerr; his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers and sisters in-laws, many niece’s nephew’s and countless friends.

A private celebration of Bill’s life will be planned by his ...

Nov 13, 2023

Rochester, NY: At age 64, Eileen passed away peacefully on Monday, November 13, 2023 at age 64.

Eileen was predeceased by her father, Joseph Dimino. She is survived by her loving mother, Ramona Dimino; son, Geoffrey (Melissa) Fasy; daughter, Theresa (Hikaru) Waterhouse; grandchildren, Logan and Marin Fasy; sister, Kathy (Mark) Zodarecky; nephews, Michael (Heather) Krogemann and Andrew...

Nov 12, 2023

On 11/12/23 Barbara Jean Chandler (Wilcox) received her calling to return to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Her kindness and compassion to others, her strong will and perseverance is the legacy that she passed  on to her family.  She is survived by her sister Dorothy Saber, brother Franklyn Wilcox, son Timothy Chandler, daughter and son in law, Dawn and...

Nov 11, 2023

James (Jim) Wilson, 86, of Webster, NY passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, November 11, 2023.

He was born on April 17, 1937 in Rochester, NY. Predeceased by his parents James and Clara Wilson, brother John Wilson, sisters Eleanor (Don) Fisk and Marie (Michael) Vasapoli. He is survived by his loving wife of over...

Nov 10, 2023

Jeff Hancock, 58, of North Avenue in Avon, NY, died on November 10, 2023, after a period of declining health. He was surrounded by peace and love in his final days with us. Jeff’s heart was “as big as all outdoors,” and his life was devoted to friendship, teaching, service, and advocacy. He had a booming voice, an infectious...

Nov 6, 2023

Canaseraga & Rochester, New York: Diane M. Nelson (Mills), 78 years of age, passed away peacefully, Monday morning, November 6, 2023 at Highland Hospital in Rochester, NY.

Diane was born July 13, 1945, in Alameda, California, the daughter of George and Veronica Mills. She resided in California, Nevada and then relocated to upstate New York. Diane was...

Nov 5, 2023

Sharon E. Jeffery age 78 and a resident of Rochester, NY passed away peacefully in her sleep Sunday, November 5, 2023.

She was a homemaker, a loving mother, and loved by many that knew her.  Preceded in death by her parents, Lucy and Lawrence Smith; and is survived by her son Alan Jeffery (Tamara), her three sisters...

Nov 3, 2023

Pauline M. Orlebeke, 81, of Rochester, NY passed away on November 3, 2023.

She was born on April 18, 1942 to the late Harriet (Vogt) and Curtis Blake Sr. in Geneva, NY. She is proceeded in death by her husband Glenn Orlebeke and brother Curtis Blake Jr. She is survived by cousin Patricia Robida, nieces and nephews...

Nov 3, 2023

Jolene Ann Meyers, beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2023, at the age of 63 in Rochester, New York. She was born on June 18, 1960, in Lockport, New York. Jolene was a loving, proud, creative, and determined woman who touched the lives of many.

Jolene dedicated her life to helping others...

Nov 3, 2023

Bill is survived by his son Rick Nawrocki and his beloved Granddaughter Gianna; Sisters Judy Groth and Carol Schojan; Wonderful friend Doreen Brockler; Special Niece Jody Hough and Nephew Craig (Krissy) Schojan; Bill’s best friends of over 60 years: Chuck and Rick Scanio, Mark (Annie) Cassara and TJ Fusilli. His fond memories and laughter with them is unexplainable.

Nov 2, 2023

Doris J. Rossiter, age 64, of East Rochester, NY, died Thursday, November 2, 2023 after a long illness.

Doris was born in Rochester NY on March 26, 1959, to Raymond and Marian Rossiter of Churchville NY and was the sixth of eight children in the Rossiter Family. Doris was a devoted partner, mother, grandmother (Nana), sister and...

Nov 2, 2023

Barbara L. Smith (78) of Rochester, NY passed away peacefully on November 2nd 2023 with family by her side.

She is survived by her children John A Slivick and Kathryn (Kyle) Tisdale.  Her sisters Karen (Wayne) Jones and Pamela (Scott) Greer.  Grandson Van(Amanda) Tisdale and family.  Nephew Chad (Terri) Ward and family.

Barb had an...

Nov 2, 2023

Sharon E. Haefner (72) of Henrietta, NY passed away on November 2nd, 2023 with her family by her side.

She is predeceased by her brother John (Patsy) McConnell and grandson Justin Gurgel. She is survived by her loving husband William Haefner;  her children Johnny Gurgel (Jen), William Jr. Haefner (Holly), Judy Haefner; Step children Deb Haefner (Dana)...

Oct 31, 2023

Norman Richard Frenz passed away October 31, 2023 at the age of 84. He was son of Frederick Frenz and Bertha Michell. Norman was a truck driver for nearly 40 years and loved classic cars and woodworking.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Lorna, daughters, Claire Louise Frenz, Crystal Ann (Carl) Holm, granddaughter,...

Oct 30, 2023

Beryl L. Johnson passed October 30th, 2023 at the age of 91.

She is survived by her children, Kathleen C. Kelly, Colleen (Ron) Silvernail, and Terrence Kelly. She has 3 grandsons, Jeffery DeRosa, Matthew Kaler and Daniel Kaler.  She also has one granddaughter, Shannon (Chad) Proper. She has two great grandchildren, McKenna Merkley and Jeffery DeRosa.

Oct 29, 2023

Mary Caprarella passed away Sunday, October 29, 2023 at the young age of 64.  She was a kind, friendly person to whomever she met.

She was predeceased by her loving parents and her older sister Diane, grandparents, and many aunts and uncles.

She will be greatly missed by her remaining sisters, Doreen (Logan) Happel, Debbie...