Obituaries

Rochester, NY – December 08, 2022, at the age of 67, Wendy is survived by her loving husband, William. She leaves behind friends and family that will deeply miss her. Thank you for all the support for her and our family members.  Donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

Richard D. Thornton passed away peacefully on December 7th, 2022, at the age of 76. He is survived by his partner Edward Stringham, two daughters Brooke (Greg) Gribben and Cynthia Thornton; brothers Darryl (Elaine) Thornton, Robert (Kathy) Thornton, sister Carole Thornton, nieces, nephews, 5 grandchildren, many extended family, and wonderful friends who became family.  Richard…

GREECE, NY – December 5, 2022 at age 78.  Bill is predeceased by his beloved grandson, Michael Partridge, parents, George and May Ward, brothers, George and Ronald Ward. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Kathleen, children: Michele (Jim) Ross, Bonny Partridge, Richard Partridge (John Dozier) Cheryl Partridge (David Disano), Holly Partridge (Jordan…

Scott Jacob Turner (61) – Farmington, NY Born star date February 9, 1961, and as an avid Star Trek fan, the “Captain” went on his final voyage star date December 4, 2022. Along with watching Star Trek he loved spending time at the family camp in Boonville on the black river, animals, westerns, Scooby Doo,…

Respected judge and attorney, Timothy J. Schofield, passed away December 3, 2022 at the age of 69. Predeceased by his parents Jack and Betty Schofield, and brother John Schofield. Survived by his loving partner of many years, Eva Eberhard, children Alicia and Joshua Schofield, sister Robin Dwyer (Dale Huebner) and many loved ones and friends.…

Rochester, NY (Penfield):  Jeffrey Andrew Wilson passed away at his home after a long battle with kidney disease on December 3rd, 2022 at the young age of 48. Jeffrey is predeceased by his father William (Rusty) Wilson, Grandparents Frank and Minnie Sando, and his beloved dogs Lucky and Olive. He is survived by his mother…

Wayne A. Klingerman Rochester, NY – December 2, 2022 at age 77. Wayne is predeceased by his wife Janet Klingerman, his parents James and Elizabeth Klingerman, sister Betty Jane Drobeck, brother Donald Klingerman, brother Merlin Klingerman, and sister Carole O’Donnell. He is survived by his son Kevin Klingerman, daughter Tina (John) Quartley, daughter in law…

CHURCHVILLE, NY: December 2nd 2022 at age 77. William is pre deceased by, his wife Janice Carr, father William Carr Sr, mother Betty Jane Carr, Brother Gary Carr, and his grandson Michael Phillips. William is survived by his children Kimberly (David) Phillips, Rebecca (Les) Lamphier, and Holly McFadden; also survived by his brother Danny (Nancy)…

Henrietta, NY: Passed away peacefully at home December 1, 2022 at age 81. Michael was predeceased by his sister Marlene Samela and brother Anthony Chickillo. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years Maureen; daughters Karen (Daniel) Miller and Michele (Todd, deceased 2015) French; grandchildren Michael (Andrea) Miller, Olivia (Michael) Nicosia, Austin French,…

Kingsley Stanard died at age 78 on December 1st in Rochester, New York. Kingsley was born and raised in Syracuse and attended North High School and Syracuse University. After college, Kingsley moved to Rochester, was married and divorced and spent the rest of his adult life working for the Rochester State Hospital system until retirement.…

ROCHESTER, NY: December 1, 2022 James Smith lost his courageous battle to metastatic melanoma brain cancer on December 1, 2022 at age 65. Jim is predeceased by his father, Charles H. Smith and mother, Elaine H. Smith (Rores). He is survived by Debbie, his loving wife of 39 years; their two sons Brandon (Ingrid) and Shane…

Rochester, NY :  Mary Elizabeth Sekel at age 68. Predeceased by her Parents Irene and Donald McSween. Her Sisters; Renie McSween and Katie DeSautel. She is survived by her daughters Jessica Northrup and Mellisa Northrup. Her Granddaughter Adriana Rose Mary Orcutt. Her sister Gwenn (Don) Erickson and their children Laura (Craig), Jamie and Brian (Julie). Her…

Mary Ann (Tygert) Esmerian of Pittsford, NY, passed away on November 29, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. She was 82 years old. A devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother, she is predeceased by beloved husband of 56 years, Ohannes Esmerian; parents Franklin and Rosalie Harris, Franklin Tygert; brother Donald Tygert; sister Barbara Mayne.…

Christine Helen Webster (Chris) of Rochester NY passed at the young age of 59. She joined her heavenly family, Helen Case (grandmother), Irene Case (mother), Roger Case (father), and Chuck Yannello (spouse) and gained her wings. Loving mother of daughters Danielle Webster (Dan), Amanda Webster (Chris), Grandmother to Emmerson Grace and Samantha Mercy. Sister of…

Mark R. Berndt, Sr. of Rochester, NY was born April 03, 1965 to Everett and Margaret Berndt. After a long and hard-fought battle with cancer, Mark departed this earthly life November 29th, 2022. Mark is predeceased by his parents; sister, Charlene; and brother, Raymond. He is survived by his beloved partner, Kasandra Wong; son, Mark…

Peacefully in her sleep at age 61. She was welcomed by her parents, Arthur and Jean, brothers John and Tom McClean, and sister Joan Phillips. She leaves behind her sisters Kathy McClean, Chris Cronmiller, Pat Toombs, Aunt Joan McClean and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who will honor and cherish her memory. A funeral…

Daniel C. Houck, age 73 passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2022. He was born August 23, 1949 in Rochester, NY  He is predeceased by his parents Marjorie Houck (Carl) and Roy Keyes Sr., Son Jeffrey Houck. He is survived by the love of his life Linda Martin, daughters Melissa Houck, Tabatha Smith (Daniel) and son…

ROCHESTER, NY–November 27, 2022 at age 86. Joan is predeceased by her husband Denson Croxson. She is survived by daughters Darcy Kiefaber and Cara Thibault, grandchildren Erika Thibault, Chelsea Hillmon, Zachary Thibault, Katia Kiefaber and Trent Kiefaber and 5 great grandchildren, other loving family and friends. She retired from as the Office Manager at Standard…

Mary Geo Nikolas of Penn Yan, beloved mother of Seanna, Kerry, Michael, Molly, and John Bolger, died peacefully on November 26, 2022. Mary Georgiana Nikolas was born in 1939 in Pittsburgh, PA, to parents Arthur Francis Nikolas and Elvira Foster (McLain) Nikolas. She grew up in Pittsburgh’s Beechview neighborhood with her parents and her brothers…

Walter R. Buerger, Jr. March 3, 1944 – November 25, 2022 Walter Richard Buerger, Jr. of Ithaca, New York, passed away on November 25, 2022 at Strong Hospital in Rochester, New York, as a result of a massive stroke four days earlier. He was born on March 3, 1944, in San Francisco to Walter Richard…