Obituaries

Mark Christopher Locurcio, 48 years of age, passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 7, 2022. Mark was born October 5, 1973 in Rochester, New York. Mark is leaving behind his son, Mark C. Locurcio jr., his mother, Susanne (Chuck) Locurcio, his father Charles (Joyce) Locurcio. He had four surviving siblings, Philip (Niki), Locurcio, Melissa (Levar)…

Alex Michael (Mikey) Meyers from Rochester NY, passed away on August 6, 2022 at the age of 34. He is predeceased by his Maternal Grandparents Barbara and John VanHatten and his Mother Kimberlie Ann VanHatten. He is survived by his brother John Meyers; Aunt Mary Nicholson, Aunt Barbara Carrasco, Uncle Richard VanHatten; Steve Campo and…

Rose Marie Costa was born on October 4th, 1927, in Washington, DC to Emma and August D. Costa.   She moved to Rochester in 1945 and later married Malcolm Campbell on July 3rd, 1947.  They had 5 children, Malcolm, Cynthia, Dale, Peggy, and Gale. Rose began studying the Bible along with her husband in 1957 and…

Jenniffer Davis (Jen), 40, of Rochester, NY, was given her angel wings on August 5th, 2022 with her family by her side. Jen was born in Rochester, NY on September 12th, 1981 to John Davis and Julie Burkovich. Jen is predeceased by her father John. She is survived by her mother Julie and Herb; Her…

Rochester, NY. August 5, 2022 at age 81. Predeceased by parents; Giuseppe and Rose Maenza. In-laws; Bill and Ida Inguagiato; Sister-in-law; Nancy Zollweg; Brother-in-law Clark Viele; Nephew; Luigi Maenza. Survived by his wife Elaine, daughter, Sonya (John) Czerw, son, Christopher (Julie) Maenza. Grandchildren; Alexis Czerw, Johnny Czerw, Christopher Jr. Maenza. Brother, Lou (Jean) Maenza, sister…

Alan Nilsson, 82, of Rochester, New York, passed away on August 4th, 2022, in his home. Alan was born on September 4th, 1939, to a Swedish immigrant, Viking and his wife Lucy Nilsson in Rochester, New York. He went on to graduate from RIT where he then worked at Kodak as an Electrical Engineer for…

Ontario, NY:  August 3rd, 2022 A loving husband, son, brother, and uncle with the most infectious laugh ever heard.  Lee worked as a house painter who took pride in his occupation.  He loved going out to dinner and trying different kinds of food, traveling, fishing in the Thousand Islands, and spending time with family and…

John Tinoglio Jr., 54, of Rochester, NY was granted his angel wings on July 30th 2022 with his family by his side. John fought a very hard battle with Cancer that sadly could not be won. John was born in Rochester, NY on August 2 1967 to John Tinoglio Sr. and Barbara Tinoglio. John loved…

Hamlin, N.Y., Stephen “Steve” Dunigan (age 75) passed away on July 29th, 2022 peacefully early in the morning.  He is predeceased by parents, James and Audrey Dunigan.  Survived by his loving Girlfriend of nine years Bonnie Pecore and her Daughter Anna, Brother Bruce Dunigan, Daughter Tammy Dunigan, four grandchildren and two great grandchildren, many friends…

Rochester, NY:  July 28th, 2022 we began to mourn the unexpected loss of Marie Helen Whitley, whom passed at age 59. Predeceased by her Parents Shirley Jean Whitley and James Whitley. Marie is survived by her two cherished children Mariah and Vincenzo, Loving Grandson Zaylen, Expecting Granddaughter, Sisters and Friends. Marie was her happiest and…

W. HENRIETTA, NY – July 20, 2022 at age 94. Doris is predeceased by her parents, Robert E. Concha and Aurea E. Ganoza (both from Lima, Peru), step-mother Eleonore B. Concha (PA), brother-in-law Richard Fleming (PA) and niece Laura R. Fleming (PA). Doris is survived by her sister, Karin Fleming (West Chester, PA); three children,…

Gerald Bigg, 89, passed away on July 19, 2022. He is survived by his son, Jon (Gail) Bigg, grandchildren Justin (Michal), Kyle and Allison (Luke) and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his wife of 52 years, Joan, brother William Bigg and parents Edward and Rebecca Bigg. Jerry proudly served in the United…

Milagros Ramos (nickname Milly):  Rochester, New York on July 18, 2022, at age 69. Milly is predeceased by her father Higinio Ramos. She is survived by brothers Eugene, Raymond, Anibal Ramos and other family members and friends. Milly loved to travel to the island of Puerto Rico and loved children. A private celebration will be…

Rochester, NY:  July 16th, 2022 at the age of 69. Diane is survived by her partner Cheryl Weller and extended family (Justin, Joslyn & David), two sisters (Elizabeth & Alice), four daughters (Heather, Kelly, Jessica, Alice), and five grandchildren. Diane enjoyed hiking, climbing mountains, camping & fishing in the Adirondacks, cycling, painting, and photography. She…

Brockport, NY – July 16, 2022 at age 81. Jerry is survived by his sisters, stepdaughter, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews and many friends especially Sue. He retired from Eastman Kodak Company. In his life Jerry enjoyed his horses, watching the Bills, going to the casino, and his farm. Jerry was a gentleman, good…

I was born on 8/18/56 and went to meet my Lord and Savior on 7/15/2022 at the age of 65. I was predeceased by my parents Carl and Yolanda Catracchia, my Aunt Rosie, and Brother Stephen Catracchia. I am survived by my beautiful and loving wife Marilou Catracchia of 41years. My sweet and brilliant daughter…

Shirley Hunn passed away on the morning of Friday 7/15/22, at age 82. She is predeceased by her son Douglas Wyand.  She is survived by daughter Rene’ Wyand, sons Joseph Reger and Anthony Circhirillo III, and 9 grandchildren. Shirley had the most beautiful sparkling blue eyes. She loved horses and playing cards. Shirley worked at…

Evelyn Sanchez A.K.A. Mama/Guela Rochester, NY: July 15, 2022 at age 57. Evelyn is predeceased by her mother Milagros Cora and her father Ladizlaou Sanchez. She is survived by her two daughters, Melodie Velazquez-Soto and her husband Sammy & Keishla Mateo; two sons, Jesus Mateo (Macho) & Joshua Sanchez; her partner Jesus Mateo (Tito); five…

Greece, NY – July 13, 2022 at age 80. Predeceased by parents, Ralph and Phyllis Scialo and brother, John; In-laws, Carmen and Josie Taddeo; and sister-in-law, Jacqui Muscatella. Joe is survived by his wife, JoAnn Scialo; daughters, Deana (J. Cilento) Robbins and Lynn (R. Ricotta) Comfort; Grandchildren; Hayley (J. Evenski) Comfort, Davi Robbins and Mitchell…

Evelyn Vita Bailey 10/27/1946   —  07/13/2022 Webster, New York Evelyn Bailey, a tireless advocate and leader for the LGBTQ community in Rochester, NY died on July 13, 2022. She is known as the “Historian and Archivist of the Rochester LGBTQ Community.” Her proudest/loudest accomplishment was archiving Rochester, NY gay history. She did this by conducting…