Obituaries

Stephen “Steve” Francis Hoellrigl (May 21st, 1947 – February 5th, 2024) Steve passed away peacefully on February 5th, 2024, at the age of 76. He is survived by his loving wife, Kelly Scalise, and two children, Clint and Nadia Hoellrigl. Steve was a lifelong Rochesterian, graduated from East High School in 1965, and served in the…

Stephen T. Shurygailo, Jr. of Henrietta, NY born 01-31-1939 passed away 01-31-2024 at the age of 85 after a brief illness. After graduating in 1956 from Pierre S. DuPont High School in Wilmington, Delaware, he joined the US Navy where he served (1956-1966) and received an Aviation Electrician degree. After his Navy career, he worked…

Predeceased by her parents George and Margaret Miller, Daughter Mellisa. Survived By her husband Mike, cousin and “Sis” Patty Zahn, many cousins and grandchildren. Barb was a loyal employee of Merkle Donahue for 46 years. Barb was a dedicated parishioner of St. Monica’s Church for over 50 years. Many thanks to all the loving care from…

Bruce James Vanek passed away on January 29, 2024. He is predeceased by his loving wife of 46 years Irene Fleming Vanek and his parents Eileen and James Vanek. He is survived by his devoted daughter Karen Vanek-Korn (Daniel Korn) and his grandchildren Gregory Korn and Jillian Korn (Curtis Hinterberger-Korn) who were his absolute pride…

Known as Al, Passed away January 27, 2024 at the age of 73.  He is predeceased by his parents Mary and Andrew Spatula Sr. , and brother Andrew Spatula Jr.   He is survived by his wife, Deborah Spatula and children Chris Spatula (Lona), JoAnne (David) Ford, Karen Spatula (Tony), Kyle (Heather) Savage, Kurt Savage, and…

James Edward Hines, 71, a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished grandfather, passed away on January 27, 2024. He was born on March 1, 1952, to Joseph Hines and Dorothy (Galan) Hines in Centerreach, NY. Jimmy was the beloved husband of Eve (Esposito) Hines, with whom he shared many years of love, laughter, and companionship.…

Mary Asunda Urich (Perrone) April 22, 1931 – January 24, 2024 Mary Asunda Urich (Perrone), (affectionately known as Sunda) of Rochester, New York, passed away suddenly on January 24, 2024 at the age of 92. No doubt that her ticket to Heaven was first class.  Her grace, kindness and love will stay in our hearts forever. …

Duane R. Hamer 1950-2024 On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at the age of 73 Duane entered rest. He is predeceased by his wife Theresa A. Hamer, parents Charles and Mary Hamer, and brother Lance Hamer. He is survived by his children Djuanetta (Terry) Britt, Dalton Sr. (Ashley) Hamer, Deidra Hamer, Ronda Hamer Jackson; siblings Deborah…

Passed away January 22, 2024 at the age of 73.  Predeceased by his parents, Grace and Louis Petitte. He is survived by his wife, Bernadette, sons Jeremy and Matthew and granddaughters De’Anna and Janie. His family will receive friends Monday, January 29th at 10 am at Mother of Sorrows Church, 5000 Mt. Read Boulevard, followed…

Ann Marie Cornell (nee Ferera), 67, passed away peacefully in Rochester, New York under the love and protection of her family and in the care of the wonderful Palliative unit at Strong Memorial Hospital on January 22, 2024.  Predeceased by her parents Charles and Sarah (Caracci) Ferera, brother Tony Ferera, and daughter Christina Hutchinson.  Survived by son…

Rochester, NY: January 22, 2024 at age 77. Yvonne was born February 9, 1946, in Fulton, NY and is predeceased by her parents, Angela (“Ann”) Russo Arcidiacono and Salvatore (“Sam”) Arcidiacono. She graduated from Fulton High School in 1964. She then graduated from Bowling Green State University, Ohio with a degree in English and Drama. …

David James Buscemi, Sr. passed peacefully on January 20, 2024. He was 86 years old. David is survived by his wife, Ellen; his daughter, Denise; his son, David Jr.; his two brothers: Edward (Marianne) Buscemi and Carl Michael (Kathy)Buscemi. Also surviving are several grandchildren and, soon, one great grandchild. David was predeceased by his parents,…

Mary Jean Alessi Rothfuss passed peacefully on January 19th, 2024.  She celebrated her 85th birthday on January 17th surrounded by her family. She and her husband, John Rothfuss, celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary on November 26th, 2023. Jean spent her childhood in Rochester. After meeting John, she quickly came to love country life. They began…

Rochester, NY: Cynthia Sue Sywulski, 73, passed away peacefully under the loving care of family and Journey Home on January 19, 2024. Predeceased by parents Clifford and Henrietta (Gore) Hay, survived by husband Jerald (Skip) Sywulski, daughter Janet Denton, stepchildren John (Dawn) Sywulski, Jerald Jr. (Robin) Sywulski, Joann Carbone, Jeffery (Angela) Sywulski, brother Thomas (Karen)…

Macedon, NY:  January 18th, 2024 at age 59. Kerri is predeceased by her brother Tom Sherman. Kerri is survived by Daughter Amanda Barber, Stepson Dylan (Abby) Barber, Mother Ann Rosenbeck, brother Micheal (Sandra) Sherman, and many nieces and nephews. Kerri was a loving mother and always took care of her children to the best of…

Bill passed peacefully on January 17, 2024 at age 79, after a long and courageous battle with a very rare, aggressive thyroid cancer. Throughout it all, Bill remained positive and selfless, exhibiting a quiet strength. Bill grew up in Rochester NY. Following graduation from Jefferson High School and the Rochester Institute of Technology, he began…

Dana “Donna” Brush, 79, of Hilton, New York, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2024. She was born on August 4, 1944. Dana was known to her loved ones as Donna. She is survived by her son, Todd Brush (Stephanie), and her daughter, Christine Brush. Donna was preceded in death by her parents Francis Moon…

John E. Vauss Sunrise April 4, 1962 – Sunset January 15, 2024 After a long bout with cancer, John (junior) passed away on January 15, 2024.  He is predeceased by step father Billy Long, grandparents Eddie and Alice Otis, paternal grandmother Annie Mae Vauss and nephew Chaz Becoats. He is survived by a loving and…

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…

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…