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Jon Meyers Patterson

January 11, 2024
Jon Patterson - Rochester Cremation

Jon Meyers Patterson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully at home on January 11, 2024, at age 83. Jon was born August 9, 1940, in Fairmont, West Virginia to his loving parents, Thomas J. and Mary Elizabeth Patterson (both deceased).  He is survived by Karen Olivia Patterson, his wife…

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Carl Spivey

January 9, 2024
Carl Spivey - Rochester Cremation

Carl Spivey of Rochester, NY by way of NYC passed away on January 9, 2024. Born on October 30, 1948 in Miami, Florida. Carl was a beloved part of his community known for his kindness, genorosity and sense of humor. Carl affectionately known as “Red” was a man of many interests & talents. He had…

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Donald Robert Keenan

January 8, 2024
Donald Robert Keenan - Rochester Cremation

Donald Robert Keenan, 41, of Rochester, NY, passed away on January 8, 2024. He was born on January 19, 1982, in Rochester, NY. Donald, also known as Donny, will be fondly remembered by his loved ones. Donny is survived by his grandmother, Sharon Walker, his daughter, Savanah Keenan & her mother, Amanda Trimer. He is…

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Barbara A. Kermis (Barb)

January 7, 2024
Barbara A. Kermis (Barb) - Rochester Cremation

Barbara A. Kermis (Barb) 7-18-1953 – 1-7-2024.  Suddenly after suffering a severe head injury after falling at home on Saturday 1-6-2024. Barb is survived by her loving husband Richard F Kermis, sister Vivian Cook (Les), her loving fur babies. family and friends. At Barb’s request, there will no calling hours or services.  Please consider making…

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David Olyer Sr.

January 6, 2024
David Olyer Sr. - Rochester Cremation

David Olyer Sr passed away peacefully on January 6, 2024. He is  predeceased by his father and mother Neil Olyer and Harriet Banaszak. He is survived by his wife Sandra Unger Olyer of 45 years and his children, Connie (Eric) Zwinger, Damien (Rachel) Olyer and, David (Crystal) Olyer and 18 grandchildren and three great grandchildren;…

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Donna Jean Liposchak

January 6, 2024
Donna Jean Liposchak - Rochester Cremation

Donna Jean Liposchak 1955 – 2024 Saturday, January 6, 2024 at the age of 68. She was predeceased by her parents, Donald J. O’Coin and Kathleen “Kitty” P. Rogers; sister, Bonnie Walker and brother, Gary O’Coin. She is survived by her loving husband of 44 years  Daniel “Danny Blues”; stepdaughter, Dawn (Tim) Findley; sister, Dawn…

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Vivian V. Rightmyer

January 6, 2024
Vivian Rightmyer - Rochester Cremation

January 6, 2024 at age 84 Vivian entered into eternal rest. She is predeceased by her parents Daniel and Erminia Diloreto, husband Richard, sister Delia, and son David. She is survived by daughters Cathleen Pusateri and Jocelyn Rightmyer, grandchildren Shana and Dana Rightmyer, Matthew Pusateri, and brother Daniel DiLoreto (Johannah) as well as loving family…

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James R. Calkins “Hammer”

January 5, 2024
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Passed away on January 5, 2024 at the age of 81. Jim is predeceased by parents, Irene Calkins, James B. Calkins and brother Robert P. Calkins. Survived by domestic partner, Kelly McGillicudy; his children Scott Calkins (Christina King), Jodi Calkins and James R. Calkins II; his siblings John T. Calkins and Diane Calkins; grandchildren, great…

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Catharine M. Shoemaker

January 5, 2024
Catharine M Shoemaker - Rochester Cremation

Catharine M. Shoemaker,at the age of 80 years of age, passed away on January 5, 2024, at Hildebrandt Hospice Center in Greece, New York. Cathy was born on November 11,1943 to the late James M High and Catherine R High in Seneca Falls, New York. She was the youngest of three daughters. Cathy is outlived…

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Daniel Driscoll

January 4, 2024
Daniel Driscoll - Rochester Cremation

Daniel Driscoll, age 73 of Rochester, NY passed peacefully in the loving care of the Canandaigua VA on January 4th, 2024. Daniel was a proud veteran who was known for his sense of humor and his huge smile.  The family would like to thank the staff at the Canandaigua VA for their tremendous care and…

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William “Bronco Bill” Koehler

January 2, 2024
William "Bronco Bill" Koehler - Rochester Cremation

Rochester, NY – Passed peacefully at home, on January 2, 2024 at the age of 81. Bill is predeceased by his mother, Nancy Koehler; father, Jacob Koehler; brothers, Jacob ‘Butch’ Koehler and John Koehler; mother-in-law, Louise Godette; father-in-law, Charles Godette; sister-in-law, Wilma Zarpentine; brother-in-law, Dale Zarpentine; Grandpup Camo; best friend Freddy ‘Butch’ Garnier. Bill is…

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David Joseph Ripton

December 31, 2023
Simple Cremation - Rochester Cremation

Rochester, New York and Orland, Maine. David Joseph Ripton, 67, left this sphere December 31, 2023, in Webster, NY, surrounded by love, light, family and friends for whom he forever will remain in their hearts. David joins his parents, John and Irene Ripton, and his brother/friend, Michael Ripton, who predeceased him. He is survived by…

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Alexander Anthony Tarantino

December 30, 2023
Alexander Anthony Tarantino - Rochester Cremation

Rochester—Alexander Anthony Tarantino passed away on December 30, 2023. Born November 13, 1948 and raised in Rochester, New York, Alex was the son of Raffielle and Alexander Tarantino. He was predeceased by his sisters, Beatrice, Carm, Bert, Lucy, and brother Joe. He is survived by his wife, Christine (Somerfeldt) Tarantino; sons, Adam Tarantino and Michael…

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Dale Charles Cote

December 29, 2023
Dales Charles Cote - Rochester Cremation

In Loving Memory of Dale Charles Cote Dale Charles Cote, born on September 9, 1966, departed this world on December 29, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones at Strong Memorial Hospital. The cherished son of Norman and Kathleen Cote, Dale is survived by his devoted long-term partner of nine years, Janet; his siblings Chris (wife…

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JoAnne Ford

December 27, 2023
JoAnne Ford - Rochester Cremation

At age 88, JoAnne Ford passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, December 27, 2023. JoAnne was born in Massachusetts and has been residing in Rochester, New York since she was a young child. JoAnne was predeceased by her husband Robert Ford of 31 years. She was also predeceased by her two daughters…

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Linda Bee Richards

December 25, 2023
Linda Richards - Rochester Cremation

Linda Bee Richards, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully departed this world on December 25th, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth that will forever be etched in our hearts. For 58 years, she sailed hand-in-hand with her loving husband Neil, navigating life’s currents with grace and humor. A devoted mother…

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Susan Rae Weatherell

December 24, 2023
Susan Rae Weatherell - Rochester Cremation

Susan Rae Weatherell was called Home, surrounded by loved ones, on December 24, 2023, at 12:06 am, after a valiant fight against a very aggressive form of Brain Cancer. Susan was a faithful employee of Wegmans for 32 years before retiring in March of 2023.  She will forever be remembered for bringing light into darkness…

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Louise S. French

December 24, 2023
Louise French - Rochester Cremation

Rochester, NY – Louise passed away peacefully on December 24, 2023 after a long illness. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Stephen E. French Sr., her sister Carolyn Salisbury, her children Stephen Jr. (Joanne), Karen Cox (Daryl), Martha Herold (Eugene), her grandchildren Lauren Eckelman (Collin), Emily, Keith (Halley), Kate Holtby (Matthew), Danielle,…

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Mary L.(Di Salvo) Gaul

December 23, 2023
Mary L.(Di Salvo) Gaul - Rochester Cremation

December 23, 2023: Predeceased by her parents Sam and Louise DiSalvo, husband, Henry Gaul, brothers, Anthony (Margaret), Sam (Josephine), James, Albert (Lee), Angelo (Elsie), Louis, and sister Ann. Survived by her daughter Lisa (Tony) Allen, granddaughters, Caitlin McGee, and Emily Allen, brother-in-law Anthony DeMarco, and sister-in-law Basilla DiSalvo.  Mary is also survived by her very…

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Lawrence Kiefer

December 20, 2023
Lawrence Kiefer - Rochester Cremation

Larry passed away on December 20, 2023 after a brief surrender to cancer. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Bette (Conway) Kiefer, his brother JR Kiefer, and his niece, Molly Crye. He’s survived by his loving wife, Cristina; children John (Jessie) and Kailee (Jeremy), grandchildren: Kambree Kiefer, Zoe Kiefer, John Kiefer, Jax Voigt,…

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