Obituaries

Cathy Morsch of Lima, NY, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away on January 4, 2025, at the age of 71. In her departure, she leaves behind a tapestry of cherished memories and a legacy of love that will forever resonate with those fortunate enough to know her. Cathy was predeceased by…

Joan C. Joerger (Fleischhauer) Rochester – Passed away peacefully on December 29, at the age of 91 with her children by her side.  Joan is predeceased by husband Wilbur J. (George) Joerger, her siblings, Evelyn Kenney, Nancy Bernstine, Donald Fleischhauer, and Robert Fleischhauer.  She is survived by her loving children, James (Bonnie) Joerger, Carol Purcell, Kathryn…

It is with our deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of Denis Michael Hill (born May 24, 1955, in Medford, Massachusetts), who passed away peacefully after a well-fought battle with cancer, at the age of 69 on December 27th, 2024. Denis was in the care of the kind staff of Highland Hospital of Rochester,…

John H. De Haan Passed away on December 18th, 2024 at the age of 83.  John was born to Pearl Friedah and William De Haan on November 14th, 1941 at his Aunt Louise’s house in Owego, NY. John is predeceased by his 2nd wife, Patricia McCoy, his brother, Bill, and sister Pearl.  John is survived by his three…

Phillip E. Stever Passed away peacefully on Monday, December 16th at the age of 90. Predeceased by his son Phil (Mary), he is survived by his wife, Dorothy, of 65 years; their children John (Kristi), Lynne (Scott Nelson), Doug (Karen), Barb (Tim Mulhall), Brad (Rachel). He also left behind 13 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.…

Robert (Zippy) Zirpolo went home to his Lord and Savior  Jesus Christ at age 78 on December 12, 2024 with his wife of 53 years by his side. Leaves his only son David. Predeceased by his parents Louis and Jane Zirpolo. Sisters Cheri of Texas and Jean Ann (Sam Tosto)of Florida and nieces and nephews.…

Gerard “Jerry” Dubois was born in Biddeford Maine, May 6th, 1937 and went home to the Lord December 11th, 2024 surrounded in love with his family.  He is pre-deceased by his parents Charlotte and Armand Dubois of Saco, ME and his son-in-law Joseph Christina.  He is survived by his loving wife Barbara, and his five…

Sam T. Cuckovich. Rochester – December 10, 2024, at the age of 67. Sam passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, from ALS/Lou Gehrig’s disease. Preceded in death by his parents Sam and Margaret (Peggy) Cuckovich, he is survived by his son, Bryan Cuckovich, siblings Mary Kay Cuckovich, John Cuckovich, and Martha (Cuckovich) Lucey, and nieces, nephew…

Fred N. Scott 12/10/1944-12/9/2024 at Age 80 Fred, a well known and respected long time car dealer in Rochester NY, is predeceased by his parents Leon “Billy” and Velma Scott, and sister Jo Ann Holley. He is lovingly survived by his former wife Nancy Bryant, daughters Seana Scott Dorr and Michele (David) Fischer, Nephew Billy…

Brockport NY Karla Linn Merrifield 9/18/1952 – 12/07/2024 Predeceased by her parents, brother James, and beloved husband, Dr. Roger Weir. Karla heroically fought cancer for a year and a half but finally passed away peacefully in her Brockport, NY home. She was truly a renaissance woman who lived life to the fullest. Published poet, lyricist,…

Richard Mitchell Passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at age 85. Richard was born on July 28, 1939 in Schenectady, NY. He is pre-deceased by his parents, Wayne and Dorothy, wife, Joyce Marie, and youngest daughter, Melissa Renee. He is survived by his son David (Tami); daughters Kim (Robert) DiLuglio and Amy Mitchell…

Edward B. Homsey passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 6, 2024. He was born on December 25, 1930 in Oklahoma City, OK. Ed is predeceased by his parents, Essa B. and Myrtle (Raney) Homsey of McPherson, KS and his dear wife, Shirley (Moore) Homsey. He is survived by his sister Donna Sue Proctor…

Christine M. Bailey passed away Wednesday  December 4th, 2024 at 48 years old.  Chris leaves her Dad and Stepmom, Michael and Lori,  her daughter Madison Whitely of Dallas, TX.  Her family will have a celebration of Chris’s life later on in April of 2025.  Donations can be made in Chris’s name to Pathways of Helio…

Joyce A. Smith, of Ontario, NY, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior, on November 15, 2024. She was 81. Joyce was born on July 22, 1943, in Colorado Springs, CO. Joyce graduated from Wayne Central High School and attended college at Fredonia, NY. She worked at Eastman Kodak Company and as a part-time…

Linda (Devlin) Bankes April 18, 1961 – November 30, 2024 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Linda (Devlin) Bankes, who went home to be with the Lord on November 30th, 2024 at the age of 63. Linda was a beloved wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, cousin, and friend who touched…

Dorothy (Decaire) Steiner Rochester, NY Dorothy, age 101 passed away peacefully on 11/28/2024. She was predeceased by her former husband Rudolph John Steiner and son Jeffrey Steiner but is survived by her two remaining sons Paul Steiner and Charles (Lori) Steiner, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Dorothy was a retired Professional Nurse, A Life Member of Rochester…

Susan J. Grey (Sue) passed away peacefully with her family by her side. Sue was born in Lyons, New York to the late Kenneth and Alice Grey (Hotaling) on April 26th 1957. She was pre deceased by her husband Ronald Martinez Sr in 2018. She is survived by her two children Erin (Lenny) Tuper of…

Gerald W. O’Brien, Jr. “Jerry” February 20, 1961 – November 23, 2024 Jerry passed away peacefully after spending his final days surrounded by family and friends. He is predeceased by his parents, Jerry and Dolores O’Brien, and brother Scott O’Brien. Jerry will be missed by his daughters Melissa (Colin) Corner and Jess O’Brien, grandson Teddy…

Jane Veronica Brown (Cruise), of Rochester, NY, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2024, at St. John’s Home. Born on March 9, 1937, in Elmira, NY, Jane lived a life marked by her dedication to those around her. She was predeceased by her parents, Esther and Thomas Cruise, and her siblings: Bob Cruise, George Cruise,…

David L. Smith, 72, of Rochester, NY — beloved husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle, and friend — went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, November 18, 2024. He was born November 25, 1951 in Binghamton, NY. Dave graduated from Houghton College in 1973 with a Bachelor of Science degree. He was…