Obituaries

James C. DiTucci sadly passed away on February 5, 2023 at the age of 70. He is survived by his devoted wife, Sharon, of 49 years; son, Joseph DiTucci; daughters, Katrina (Scott) Zimmerman, Kylie (Andy) Baker, Kira (Tyler) Smith; beloved grandchildren, Jachin and Deacon DiTucci, Addison and Griffin Zimmerman, Evan and Emily Baker; mother, Carmella Cala; sisters, JoAnn…

With great sadness we announce the passing of Joyce “The Juice” Ray (Gollel) on Sunday, February 5, 2023.  Cherished daughter of Franklin “Skip” and Joyce Gollel; Beloved wife of William “Bill” Ray; Mother of Mark (Lisa) Ray, Christopher Ray (Jordan Babcock); Grandmother of Emma, Kayla and Elaina Ray; Loyal sister to Deborah (Ron) Credit, Lorraine…

HENRIETTA, NY –  February 5th, 2023 at the age of 94. Nic’s life was full of laughter and music. From directing Community Theater to designing and building beautiful folk instruments that found their way around the world, he was a man of many talents. Nic will be remembered for breaking out in song at any…

UPDATE: A Memorial Service, followed by light refreshments, will be held at Messiah Lutheran Church (4301 Mt. Read Blvd.) on Saturday, June 10 at 11:00 am. If you would like to participate from afar, please contact the family for a link to the Zoom broadcast. Hilton, NY – Feb. 5, 2023. Following a lifetime dedicated…

Howard C. Schultz, 64. Passed away on February 4, 2023 at Rochester General Hospital. Howie was Born May 9,1958. Predeceased by his parents Howard & Lorraine (Korleski) Schultz, Brothers John & Steve Schultz & Loving wife Sharon (Frongetta) whom they shared 14+ years together. He was survived by his children Chris Schultz (Shari), Ronny Schultz…

Rochester, NY: Kenneth died February 1, 2023 peacefully at home in his sleep at age 67. Ken is predeceased by his mother in law, Carolyn V Ferris, (who he called Mom because she loved him like a son). He is survived by his wife of 49 years Rosemary; his son Kenneth (Gwen) Rivers; his daughter…

Edward L. Conklin, 57, of Rush, NY, passed away on February 1, 2023. Ed was born on December 3, 1965; predeceased by his grandparents, Walter and Margaret Curry of Geneseo, NY and Herbert and Dorothy Conklin of Mt Morris, NY.   He is survived by his loving wife Carrie (Wyffels) Conklin; parents Herbert and Margaret (Peggy…

Anne C. Malak (Cieslinski) was born September 12, 1935. She joined the Lord with her three loving children at her side on February 1, 2023. Her 87 years on earth were faith filled, providing love, joy and happiness to her family and friends. She is loving mother to: Cheryl (Rich) Klingler, Jacky Vaccaro, Steven (Jane)…

ROCHESTER, NY January 30, 2023, at the age of 86. He is survived by his beloved Libby, daughter Judi (Sam) Dana; son Joe (Christina) Carretta; grandchildren Elyse (Mark) Cardarelli, Patrick (Janine) Dana, Joey Carretta, Juliana Carretta; great-grandchildren Alexis Cardarelli, Marco Cardarelli, in addition to other loving family members and dear friends. Tony’s passions included being…

Rochester, New York:  January 30th, 2023 at age 52. Ricardo is survived by his children Betzenaida Rodriguez, Ricky Rodriguez, Adam Mercado & 1 Granddaughter Alexis Vargas. Ricardo took pride in the responsibility of taking care of his late mother Carmen Delia Rodriguez-Collazo. The family would like to say Thank You for the support you have…

Passed away suddenly with her family by her side. Predeceased by her parents Waclaw & Inge Wrzos and sister-in-law Lisa Lucacci. Survived by her loving husband of 32 yrs Andrew “Andy”Lucacci, Niece Sherri A.Fazzio of Tampa Fla,sister Anna M. Fazzio and nephew Ronald P. Fazzio Jr. of Buffalo N.Y., parents-in-law Robert and Adrian Lucacci, aunt…

Valarie Lynn Mancini, 65, of Shortsville, New York, passed away unexpectedly on January 28, 2023 due to health problems. Valarie was the first of four daughters, born on September 17, 1957 to Walter M. Tallons and Sandra (Lounsbury) Tallons in Olean, New York. Valarie graduated from Churchville-Chili High School in 1975. Valerie Lynn Tallons was…

Rochester, NY, January 27, 2023: Clifford Warren Streams passed away peacefully with his beloved wife by his side. He was 80 years old. He was the husband of Charlotte Streams for 57 years. He was born in Spangler, Pennsylvania. He served in the United States Air Force. Later, he worked at Eastman Kodak for 25…

ROCHESTER, NY – January 25th, 2023 at age 103. Gerry is predeceased by her loving son, James Kelly, her husband Cyril Kelly, Belle Carpenter and cousins Martha and Robert Carpenter. She is survived by her grandchildren, Amanda Everhart, and Andrew Kelly, and beloved cousins Charlie and Carla Carpenter. Born and raised in New York City…

Penfield NY: 09/18/1963 – 01/25/2023 Passed away at the age of 59 after a four year battle with colon cancer. Predeceased by father John Mitchell. Survived by mother Joan Mitchell; wife of nearly 30 years Mary Ann; children Anthony, Elenie and Michael. Also survived by siblings Mark, Bradley (Elizabeth) and Terrie Beck (Norman); in-laws Robert/Linda…

November 5, 1937 – January 25, 2023 Rochester, NY, January 25, 2023: Kay Dengler-Britzke passed from this life into the presence of the Lord with her family at her side. She was 85. She is  predeceased by husbands Theodore Dengler and Herman Britzke; her parents Henry and Elizabeth Wengender; brothers David (Mary Jo) Wengender, James (Joanne)…

Garnett A. Rogers passed away January 24th, 2023 at the age of 55. He was born on August 2nd, 1967 in Alexandria Bay, NY and attended Hammond Central School. Garnett is predeceased by his mother Mayferd and his sister Tammy. He is survived by his two daughters Samantha Olsen and Bailey Rogers, along with her…

Rochester, NY: On January 24, 2023, Carol passed with her family by her side. Carol was preceded in death by her husband Michael Purpi. She is survived by her two sons; Kevin Perrin, Anthony (Tony) Cruppi, granddaughter Katelynn Cruppi and brothers William (Marilyn), Richard, Kenneth (Jackie), and Jerry (Helen), her sister-in-law Sharon Hill and several nieces…

Rochester, NY: January 23, 2023.  Predeceased by her husband, Curtis L. Hampton, Sr.; Parents, Denver and Alma Webb; Sisters, Carol Webb and Rose Morris; brother, Roger Webb. Betty is survived by her sons, Curtis L. (Lisa) Hampton, Jr. and Wayne E. Hampton; grandchildren, Arielle, Austin, Mia, and Ryan; great-grandchildren, Bentley, Blayke, and Aiden; her brothers,…

Greece, NY – Passed away January 22, 2023.  John is predeceased by his parents John C & Alice (Flanagan) McCarthy. John is survived by his partner of 45 years, Judy Nittolo; sons: John C McCarthy IV; Jim McCarthy (Sandi) & Michael Gruttadauria; brother, Brian (Patty); sisters: Elaine Sarkis (Ralph) and Karen Flanagan McCarthy (Paul Thibault);…