Obituaries

Passed away peacefully on December 26, 2022 at the age of 82. Predeceased by her father, Frank Fusilli, her mother, Mary C. Fusilli, sister Teresa Proeto (Joseph L. Proeto ), sister-in-laws Linda Fusilli, Marie Albano, and Teresa Albano; brother-in-laws Denver Hamblin and Mario Albano; nieces Sharon A. Melendez and Laurie A. Del Conte. Survived by…

ROCHESTER, NY – December 26, 2022 at age 58.  James is predeceased by his mother, Sharon Phillips, and father, James A. Phillips.  He is survived by his daughter, Brianna Phillips; his son, Michael Phillips; his former wife, Cheryl Phillips; his sister Debra (David) Zimmerman; many cousins, aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, and other loving family and…

After a long health battle, Heather passed away peacefully on her terms surrounded by family in Rochester, NY, on December 26th, 2022. Born in Pittsfield, MA, on June 5th, 1957, she always considered the beautiful hills of Western Massachusetts home. Heather was an avid nature, music, and animal lover. She started working in the restaurant…

Daniel J. Conley passed away on 12/26/2022 at the age of 70. He is predeceased by his Father Joseph Conley, Mother Althea (Knapp) Conley, Brother Kevin Conley and Son in law Jeffrey Wilson. Dan was survived by his Wife Kathleen (Connor) Conley, Children Tammy Conley-Wilson, Joshua (Bethany) Conley, Grandchildren Ginny, Braeden, Orion, Weston, Adeline and…

Benjamin Jon Gustafson, 43,  passed away on December 25, 2022, at his home, surrounded by his wife and parents.  Ben is survived by his wife, Jessica; his daughters Saida, Camille, and Greta; his parents, Jim and Vicki Gustafson; and his sister Jill (John) Nelson Born in Denver, Colorado, the family moved to Minneapolis, MN where…

Rochester:  December 25th at age 60. It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our brother Tim, born on April 2, 1962.   Predeceased by his parents Edward and Audreen Clancy, Tim was a lifelong mason who tackled every job with a smile on his face. Tim overcame many health obstacles without…

Passed peacefully on December 25, 2022 at the age of 82. She was predeceased by her husband Michael and son Patrick.  She is survived and loved by her daughter Margaret (Bryan) Renehan, son Timothy (Andrea) Stone, daughter Kathy (Dan) Pieters; grandchildren Karley, Wil, Kendall, Max, Alexa and Wes; sister in law Suzanne (Wayne) Jeffries and…

Brockport, NY. December 24, 2022 at the age of 46.  Adam is predeceased by his father, Bruce Wittmer.  He is survived by his fiance’ and her son (wife and son at heart) Colleen White and Jamal Griffin; his mother Denise Wittmer; sister Amanda (Chris) Wittmer-Bradley; nephew Noah Wittmer; mother-in-law (at heart) Nina (Alexander) Trabold; other…

Rochester, NY:  December 17, 2022 at the age of 78. Linda is predeceased by her parents Walter and Virginia W. Seegler, daughter; Lisa E. Lamere, son; Shawn Johnroe. Brother-in-law; Ray Brosseau, Sister; Patricia Buehlman.  Her loving husband; James F. Brosseau. She is also predeceased by her first husband; Louis A. Johnroe. She is survived by…

ROCHESTER, NY – December 21, 2022, at age 91. Carmen is predeceased by her husband Ramon; her son Raymond; and her daughter Carmen Teresa. She is survived by daughters, Ana (Annie); granddaughters Bianca and Tanya who are like daughters to her; a total of 6 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; other loving family and friends. She retired…

Rochester, NY: December 20th, 2022 at the age of 63.  Pompea is predeceased by her Mother Chiarina and father Pietro.  She is survived by her son Matthew “Matteo” Schmader, Daughter Catherine “Katie” Turcios, grandchildren Sergio Schmader Turcios, Hailie Turcios and Emma Turcios. Siblings Marta Sapia, Ida Sapia, Rita Alemany, Vincent (Ann) Sapia, Graziella Cecilio and…

Gerard John Roskosky 6-8-1940 – 12-19-2022 Gary passed peacefully on Monday evening December 19th, surrounded by his loving and devoted family. Predeceased by the love of his life for over 57 years, Leona (Borys) Roskosky. His parents John and Gertrude (Klimas) Roskosky. Brothers-in-law Allen and Nicholas Borys, Angelo Buongiorno. In-laws Steve and Victoria (Sanagursky) Borys.…

At age 57 years old, Joann crossed the rainbow bridge suddenly on Monday, December 19th, 2022, in her Rochester home. She was rejoined with her wife Sara, her parent’s Harold and Adele Bettis, sisters Tina Glaum , Darlene (Mark) Sovie, brother in-law Larry Babb, and nephew Michael Church. Joann is survived by her Daughter Susan…

On December 18, 2022, Jeanne Laurie Clarke passed away peacefully at her home. She is predeceased by her parents Dorothy and Glenn Domb, Glen Housel and her daughter Stephanie Lynn Clarke. She is survived by her husband John Clarke, her sister Julie(John) Bolton; her daughters Jennifer and Emma Grace Clarke, step-son Jonathan (Danielle) Sharp; Grandchildren,…

October 30, 1948-December 16, 2022 On Friday, December 16, 2022, Grace Marie (Gaudio) Labate passed away peacefully in the arms of her husband of 55yrs, Carl Labate surrounded by her family. Grace & Carl were married on May 20th 1967.  Family meant everything to her. Grace is Predeceased by her parents Patsy & Carmel (Rizzari)…

Brockport, NY:  December 15, 2022 at age 86. Carol is predeceased by parents Edwin and Mabelle (Donovan) Drake, husband Kenneth Rice and brothers, Alfred and William Drake. She is survived by children Craig (Grace), Christopher (Linda), Kendra (Robert) Greeley, Kerri (Bill) Cybulski. She was the grandmother of 13 and great-grandmother of 11. She had many…

Miriam R. Shapiro passed away December 14, 2022, at Highland Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Born in Chicago, IL in 1939, she moved to Rochester, NY in 1961 with her husband, Sanford R. Shapiro, Esq. Miriam and Sandy were married 63 years and have 4 children, Heller An (Daniel Neal), Evan (Steve Count), Douglas…

December 13, 2022, at the age of 73.  Richard is survived by his brothers: Charles ( Mary) and Randall; many cousins; nieces and nephews.  Everyone remembers him as a jokester.  Navy Veteran.  Donations may be made to the Veterans Administration.

Alex Pablo Santos passed away unexpectedly on December 11, 2022 at the age of 23. Our family was not expecting for Alex’s life to be cut so short so soon. We are all devastated by this huge loss, and he will be forever missed. He had beautiful brown eyes and the biggest warm smile you…

Edward M. Petix Jr., Having Had a Life Well Lived, 1935 ~ 2022, Passed December 10, 2022, after a lengthy illness. He is survived by his Wife, Robin (Roberta) Petix, Daughter, Shannon Banfield and Granddaughter, Lauren Leasor, Sister Joan Petix Kearns, along with many Nieces and Nephews, and Countless Friends. Predeceased by Parents, Edward M.…