Obituaries

Lois McKenzie, born Lois May Archer 7/6/1929 in Auburn NY, passed away 10/14/24 at the age of 95.  She is survived by her three children: Donald B. Brown and Wesley A. Brown from Rochester, NY, and Cheryl Brown-Goodman from Boston, MA and her five grand- children.  Lois was a graduate of the University of Rochester…

Penfield, NY: On October 13, 2024, Sharon Lee Connolly (1941 to 2024) passed peacefully surrounded by her loving children. She was a loving wife, daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Sharon was a kind, considerate, generous, sincere person to her family and friends. Her compassion for people was consistently over the top. Whether…

Williamson, NY – October 10th, 2024, at age 87.  Pat is predeceased by parents June and Norbert Karnisky, and brother Charles. She is survived by her husband Lynn of 68 years; brother James (Doris) Karnisky; sister Kimberly (Eddie) Mersdorf; son David (Judy) Brye; daughter Sharon (Rick) Gibbs; son Jeff (Carrie) Brye; grandchildren Nicole (Matt) McCoy,…

Richard Samuel Warburton, 95, sadly passed away October 9, 2024. He died of old age. He was born in Wallasey, England, at home April 18, 1929 to Rupert and Lillian Warburton.  He was the youngest of six, 2 sisters, and 3 brothers, all of whom have predeceased him.  He is survived by his wife and…

Ada “Mavis” Rossborough Rochester, NY – October 5th, 2024, at age 90.  Mavis is predeceased by parents Beulah and Merville Schuttee, brother George Schuttee, nephew Steven Schuttee, and great-grandchild Teagan Rossborough. She is survived by daughter Lisa (Scott) Osiecki; son Thomas (Marie) Rossborough; grandchildren Alec (Rachel) Osiecki, Weston (Kristen) Rossborough, Adam Osiecki, Jenna (Michael) Cheesbro;…

Sherry R. Esten passed peacefully at Hildebrandt Hospice care Center on 10/5/24 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. She is survived by her husband of 58 years Ken. Her sons Trevor and Jeff. Grandchildren Joshua(Nicole), Jessica(Tim), Noah, Kaydence and Emily. Great Grandchildren Addison, Caleb, Autumn, Rebecca and Wesley. She is predeceased by her Father Ray,…

Joseph (Jody) V. Moynihan Jr. Penfield NY, passed peacefully on October 5, 2024. at age 71  after a courageous battle with cancer. Joe is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Christine Grose-Moynihan, his son Matthew (Alison), and his daughter Margaret (Kyle). He was a doting grandfather to his adorable grandchildren, Peter, Jody, and…

James Richard Buholtz On October 4, 2024, James Richard Buholtz passed away peacefully surrounded by his brother and loving friends after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was predeceased by his father Paul, mother Marilyn and brother Thomas. Survived by his brother William, daughter Cristina and his pet dog Paulina, the love of…

Denise Angela Terrell   Rochester, NY – October 1st, 2024, passed away at the age of 72. Denise (better known as Angie) is predeceased by parents Rebecca Sevella Griffin and Sam Godwin, beloved surrogate parents James Sr. and Francys Little, brother James “Hoppy” Little Jr.  and ex-husband Harold K. Terrell. She is survived by children:…

Ellen Seelbinder of Spencerport, New York passed peacefully on October 1, 2024. Born in South Bend Indiana, she moved to the Rochester area as a young child. Ellen held a BA degree from SUNY Fredonia. She combined her interest in science and a love for writing into a career as a respected technical writer for…

Robert ‘Bob” James Bonnewell Rochester, NY: Sunday, September 29th, 2024 at the age of 77 DEVOTED & WELL LOVED HUSBAND, DAD, GRANDPA…LIFE LONG FRIENDSHIPS…BEST NEIGHBOR…CAREER WELDER…AVID CAMPER…MUSIC LOVER… HUGE FOOTBALL FAN…CAMPFIRE FANATIC Bob will be sorely missed by his family and friends, but our memories will live on forever. We will remember his kindness, generosity,…

Robert Pappert, born May 27, 1950, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, family, and cherished memories. He is predeceased by his parents Robert Charles and Florence Loretta Pappert, father and mother-in-law Raymond Harold and Julia Marion Placious, nephew Raymond Placious and brother-in-law Butch Placious. He is survived by…

Laura E. Stewart , 88 of Henrietta, NY Passed away peacefully on September 26, 2024 at home. Laura was born in Geneva, NY to Edward and Alice Gaylord on October 19, 1936. She is predeceased by her brother Eddie Gaylord, sister Barb Wheeler and son Greg Stewart. She is survived by her children Glenn (…

Ann Liotti, 84, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2024, in Rochester, New York, concluding a loving life that was full of compassion, laughter, and adventure. Born in Buffalo on April 23, 1940, Ann spent most of her life in Rochester raising her family. She retired to Apex, North Carolina, before returning to Rochester to…

Timothy Rueby, 64, of Webster, NY, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2024, following a brief battle with leukemia. He is survived by his life partner of 40 years, Patti Sollitt, and his son, Samuel Rueby. Tim was predeceased by his parents, Barbara and Ray Rueby, and his brother, Karl. He leaves behind his sister,…

Michael T. Connelly “Mike” was born in Detroit 8/12/1945, the youngest of 3 boys.  He graduated from U of Windsor in Ontario where he made life-long friends.  He met Margo, his devoted wife of 55 years, in college.  They raised their twin daughters, Michelle (Richard) Skuse and the late Kelly (Guy Moreschi) in Rochester.  He…

Thomas J. Palmer Rochester, NY – September 22, 2024, at age 92. Tom was predeceased by his first wife of 52 years, Faith; and his brother, George. Tom is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy (Dottie) Palmer and family: Darlene Dewey; Sheila, Daniel, Shaina & Dayle Steiner; sister-in-law, Carolyn; nieces Debra and Pamela; and nephew…

Alan resided in West Henrietta with his wife of 43 years. He is predeceased by his parents Rita and James Agnello, sisters Rosalind (Cookie), husband Larry, Rita Mae and husband Joe, and brother Jimmy. He is survived by his wife Linda and sons Bryan and Brandon and wife Krystal Agnello and his beloved cat, Tar.…

John Joseph Putnam (JJ) of Manlius, NY, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2024 surrounded by his family. Born April 15, 1931 to Mary (Cronin) and Frank L. Putnam in Glens Falls, NY, John was a Purple Heart Marine and veteran of the Korean War. He then went on to graduate from Albany College of…

Marcia J. Kushner passed peacefully on Friday, September 20th, 2024 surrounded by love. Born in Rochester, NY on July 30, 1957 to Francis C. Wanjon (dec) and Lois G. Wanjon. Survived by her devoted husband Richard A. Kushner; children, Gary (Becky) Mascioletti, Tamara (Glen) DeFranco, Ali (Jerad) Henderson and step-children, Bridget Kushner, Matthew (Stefany) Kushner;…