Obituaries

December 23, 2023: Predeceased by her parents Sam and Louise DiSalvo, husband, Henry Gaul, brothers, Anthony (Margaret), Sam (Josephine), James, Albert (Lee), Angelo (Elsie), Louis, and sister Ann. Survived by her daughter Lisa (Tony) Allen, granddaughters, Caitlin McGee, and Emily Allen, brother-in-law Anthony DeMarco, and sister-in-law Basilla DiSalvo.  Mary is also survived by her very…

Larry passed away on December 20, 2023 after a brief surrender to cancer. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Bette (Conway) Kiefer, his brother JR Kiefer, and his niece, Molly Crye. He’s survived by his loving wife, Cristina; children John (Jessie) and Kailee (Jeremy), grandchildren: Kambree Kiefer, Zoe Kiefer, John Kiefer, Jax Voigt,…

Ann Marie McAvinney, age 68 of Rochester, NY, passed away suddenly on December 20, 2023. She was predeceased by her parents, Thomas and Eleanor (Bergman) McAvinney. Ann is survived by her brother, Thomas McAvinney (JudieLynn Nassar McAvinney), her nephew Patrick, and her niece Brenna McAvinney Bonis (Michael). She was a loving great aunt to Elijah…

Pittsford, NY:  1925-2023.  Our wonderful Mother and Grandmother went to be with her Lord and Savior in Heaven on December 19, 2023. Surviving are her children, Gail Tysall (Timothy), Cathy Blodgett (Edwin), Leslie Strong (Sue); five Grandchildren and 7 Great Grandchildren. She was employed for many years at R.F. Communications. Our Mom was an inspiration…

Ruth Fenton Loveridge, 97 passed away peacefully at home with her family on December 19, 2023. Predeceased by her husband Glen, brother Mark Fenton, sister in law Marge Fenton, brother Roy Fenton, sister in law Jean Fenton. She is survived by her daughter Gayle (Dennis) Meyer, son David (Sandy)Loveridge, grand children Kayla (Eddie) Castaneda, Kael…

Dustin Ross Weisschadel: 10/6/83 – 12/17/23. Dustin lost his battle with cancer at Strong Memorial Hospital. Dustin was pre-deceased by his father Robert F Weisschadel, Grandparents Robert and Elizabeth Weisschadel, Arthur and Florence Snyder. He leaves behind Wife Amy and his son Parker Robert Weisschadel; Sister Shannon (Aidan) McCow; Mother Kristin Goldstei; In-laws Doug and…

Robert “Bob” Alford, 51, passed away unexpectedly on 12/3/23 in a motor vehicle accident. Bob was born on December 10, 1971 Dansville to the late Roy & Louise Alford. Bob grew up in and went to school in Dansville. Bob received his associate in management/marketing from Rochester Business Institute in 1995. He later received his…

Rochester, NY–December 16, 2023 at age 68. Rosalie is survived by her husband William Sr. and children Erika, Bonnie (Phouvilay), Shannon, Caitlyn, William Jr. (Alyssa), Dana, Anthony (Nicole) and grandchildren, Mary, Sami, Adam, Layla, Lena, Zane, Lilly, Dylan, Cody, Max, Hayden and Jackson. Rosalie lived a full life in Rochester, NY and retired from Monroe…

It is with deep sadness that the family of Timothy Fitzpatrick, affectionately known as Pops, announces his passing on Thursday, December 14th, 2023. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Timothy and his wife Patricia (Pat) were Fairport residents for forty-six years. He is survived by his beloved…

Hilton – Passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023 at age 63.  Gib loved hunting and had a passion to be in the woods.  He was proud of his Scottish and Native American heritage.  He was a Kansas City Chiefs fan!  He loved to golf with his son and friends.  Always a jokester.  He made us laugh every day.  He was a…

We are sad to announce the passing of Robin D Hoffman on December 13, 2023 at the age of 61, after a short battle with cancer. Robin is survived by her husband Maldon (Blu) Hoffman; her 5 children, Diane Deruyter (Aaron Deruyter), Sandy Martinez, Rafael Martinez, Eddie Martinez (Stacey), Felicia Baxter(Brandon Baxter); her mother Barbara…

Batavia NY, – Julie Ann Gibson passed away on Monday, December 12, 2023. Julie was born October 22, 1963, in Dansville NY and raised in W. Henrietta NY, by her parents Carl and Lucy Gibson. She was predeceased by her grandparents, Carl and Mabel Gibson, Olivia, and Ted Wallace. She is survived by her parents…

Mariellen Schiano, the favorite daughter of Sam and Doris Magnera, was born on October 12, 1954, in Rochester, New York. She passed away peacefully on December 12, 2023, at the age of 69. Mariellen is survived by her son Alexander Schiano (Kennedy), her brothers Tom Magnera (Georgia) and Marc Magnera (Westerly), her three adored nieces…

October 30, 1938 – December 9, 2023 Rochester, NY: Elaine Sue Polinsky passed away peacefully on Saturday December 9, 2023, after a brief illness. Elaine (who always went by her middle name Sue) was born on October 30, 1938 in Washington DC. Sue is predeceased by her parents, Seldon and Etta Babcock, her sister Lauretta…

C. Walter Ries, Jr., 82, of Webster, NY, passed on December 6, 2023 peacefully at home after a long journey with prostate cancer. He is predeceased by his parents, C. Walter and Rosemarie, of Chicago, Illinois. He leaves behind his wife, Donna, children Diana and David (Carolina and their three young daughters), sister Rosemary, his…

Charles H. Bliss III (Charlie) passed away December 5, 2023, predeceased by his parents John and Florence Bliss (Petrie) and his sister Joan Erickson.  He is survived by his sister Barbara Cayley, son Todd Bliss (Kimberely), daughter Amy Firkins (Jeffrey), grandchildren Ashley Anderson (Tyler), Trevor Bliss, Colby Firkins, Alexis Firkins, niece Julie Cayley, long time companion…

Yolanda Anna (Gyuricza) Barbagallo passed away peacefully on 12/4/2023 at 80 years old in Rochester NY and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She is predeceased by her youngest brother James. She is survived by her husband Thomas, the love of her life for 54 years; her daughter Karen and…

Hamlin, NY: December 3, 2023, at age 48. Jerome is predeceased by his father Jesse Whitson and Mother Elizabeth Whitson. He is survived by his former wife and confidant of many years Natasha Geska, Son Preston J. Whitson, Tamra Taylor, Grandchildren Aubryanna bell, Jaiden Taylor, and Kaisen Whitson. Daughter, Aaliyah E. Whitson. Daughter, Taylor E…

Owen Richard Walker, “Rick”  62, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at his home in Greece, NY after a courageous eight year battle with colon cancer.  The strength and persistence he displayed fighting this disease was truly inspiring. In accordance with Rick’s wishes, there will be no calling hours.  A Celebration of Life…

Robert Silberstein passed away peacefully on December 2, 2023   at age 96. Robert was a devoted husband to his dear wife of nearly 72 years, Lenore and loving father to their three children Bill, Barry, and Caren.  Robert, who was known as Bob, was born in Paterson N.J. on March 20, 1927, to his parents…