Obituaries

Michael Edward Ayres, age 74, of Penn Yan, New York, passed away at home on April 3, 2024, while under the loving care of his wife Ramona and his daughter Heather. Memorial Service will be held on April 20th at 3pm Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 1600 State Rt 54 Penn Yan, NY 14527 Memorial…

Linda M. Sewar (Musson), of Rochester, NY, passed peacefully in her sleep after a short illness on March 29th 2024 at age 57 with her husband of 30 years, Joseph L. Sewar, by her side. Linda was a sweet person and a loveable soul. She will be truly missed by all who knew her. Linda is…

Jeffery Stephen Goppert, 65, of Pittsford, NY, passed away peacefully in his home, with his loving wife by his side on 03/27/2024 from natural causes. Jeff was born on 07/31/1958 to Raymond and Martha Goppert in New Hartford, NY. After Jeff graduated from Utica Free Academy, he went on to study History at Geneseo State…

Marilyn Jean Curry, 82,Webster, NY, passed away Wednesday March 27th. She leaves her children Steven Craig (Ritarae) Curry , Christine Ann (David) Gulisano and Douglas Robert (Angela) Curry. Her Grandchildren Britany (Jim)Backus, Brandon(Samantha)Gulisano and Alex (Monica) Gulisano. Roman,Isaac and Henry Curry. Andrea (Greg) Sprong, Shaun (Jessica) Kennedy.  5 great grandchildren. Many good friends that have passed…

Alan James Wood “Woody” lived in Wolcott NY his whole life. He was born July 8, 1948 to Dorothy O. Wood (2012) and George Richard Wood (2009) he was the youngest of 5 children Warren Wood (1968) Leslie Wood (2021) and survived by Joseph and (Debra) Wood of Red Creek and Lona Campbell of Fulton…

Stephanie B. Couch passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 at the age of 88 although she was planning on hitting 100. She is predeceased by her husband Allan Couch and was the last of the 5 Ptak (yes Polish) siblings to leave this earth. This lady was tough as nails and had the…

Arthur James Marchese of Freeville, NY passed away unexpectedly on March 22, 2024 at age 71 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY. Art was born November 7, 1952 in Queens, NY and was predeceased by his parents Arthur Joseph and Marion (McCarthy) Marchese, brother Richard Marchese, godparents Frances and Anthony Fortunato, brother-in-law Joseph Likowski,…

Passed away in her sleep at her son’s home peacefully on March 22, 2024 at the age of 94. She is predeceased by her loving husband Jack, sister Doris Attoma, brothers, Gene and Leo McIntyre, grandsons, Joshua Bishop and John Scavuzzo. Survived by her children, Laurie (Gary) Ball, Katherine (Kenneth) Sampson, Michael (Darlene) Bishop and…

Rochester, NY, March 22, 2024 At age 72, Kathy passed surrounded by her loving family in her daughter’s home. Kathy is predeceased by her husband and love of her life, Franklin Fitzwater; parents, Eugene and Lillian (Dodson) Warney; siblings, Eugene (Genie) Warney, Charles (Charlie) Warney, and Helen (Warney) LaVare. She is survived by her children…

Churchville, NY – March 18, 2024 at the age of 80. Born on September 1,1943 to Mabel and Harry English in Clearfield, PA. Married to Jesse J. Read on December 3,1960. Gloria is predeceased by her husband, parents and sister Helen Hoover. She is survived by her children: Tracy L. Read, Jeffrey (Shanaz) Read, Scot…

Steven “Steve” Bruce Scherer, 52, of Canandaigua, NY, passed away on March 18, 2024, at Strong Memorial Hospital. He was born on June 9, 1971. Steve graduated from Canandaigua Academy and furthered his education at Alfred State University. He proudly served in the US Marine Corps and was a veteran of Desert Storm. He also…

Churchville, NY- Debbie Adamski, born on March 14th 1958, passed on March 16th 2024 at the age of 66. Predeceased by her beloved husband Mark Adamski & her parents Virginia and Edwin VanVoorhis. Survived by her two children Jayme (Alan Knapp) & Kyle Abbott (Ashley Matott), her adored grandson Silas Knapp, & five siblings: Steven VanVoorhis,…

Dansville NY- Paul James Coombs age 51, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, March 16th, 2024, at Highland Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born November 12th, 1972, at Noyes Memorial Hospital, the son of Jim and Mary Coombs. He was predeceased by his father Jim and half-brother Brandon in 1987. On April 5th, 2003, he…

Rochester, NY: March 16, 2024.  Francis, known as Greg by all, passed away on March 16, 2024.  He had suffered many years with Parkinson’s disease and was a resident of M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center this past year. After retirement from Kodak and Dorschel Automotive, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and golfing.  He was an avid fan…

Passed peacefully on March 15, 2024 at age 93. Born August 5, 1930 in Rochester, NY. After a long career with the Eastman Kodak Company, she retired to Barefoot Bay, FL where she lived for 20 years. After her husband, Roger, and her sister, Ruth, passed, she returned to the Rochester area, settling in Fairport,…

Beloved Mitchell Raymond Otho Bacot passed away onward to his Home & Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 14, 2024.  Pi day.  Suiting, since he was a math instructor and pi is reminiscence to infinity.  He was 42, six days shy of his 43rd birthday.  He was “joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer”…

BROCKPORT, NY- March 13, 2024 at age 99.  Florence is predeceased by her loving husband, Eugene; her daughter-in-law, Rebecca Hagemann; and her sisters, Ingrid, Marion, and Selma.  She is survived by daughters, Nancy Hagemann and Suzanne (Edward) Duba, and son, Phillip (Melissa) Hagemann; her niece, Lois (Paul) Rader; 9 grandchildren, Jarka (Jacqueline) Duba, Johan (Cindy)…

Kathyrn Ryall Buckley of Rochester, New York died peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at the age of 69. A lifelong resident of Rochester, Kathy attended Penfield High School. She earned her B.A. and her M.A. in English Literature from SUNY Geneseo College, and taught high school English for several years. Kathryn…

Hilton: Peacefully passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024 at age 59 after a hard fight with pulmonary fibrosis. He was predeceased by his father, Nicola DelCorvo and Sister, Mary-Ellen Postell. Survived by his Mother Elizabeth Kryk (John) his beloved wife of 37 years, Carmen; children, Jeffrey (Kaitlyn) DelCorvo and Mark (Jessica) DelCorvo; grandchildren, Daniela…

Glenna C. (Monson) Rodell passed away on March 10, 2024, in Rochester, NY at the age of 69.  Glenna was born on September 13, 1954 in Avon NY.  She was a loving wife, amazing mom, and a faithful friend to many.  Glenna’s adventurous and curious nature led her into various hobbies such as reading, horse…