Obituaries

Rochester, NY: A life well-lived.  May 30, 2022 “Bruce” passed away peacefully with his 2 children at his bedside at the age of 101 after battling Congestive Heart Failure and COPD. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend.  He is survived by his children John W. Rooker (Linda), and Nancy A. (Rooker)…

William (Bill) Edward Duffy, 67, of Greece, NY passed away peacefully on May 30, 2022 after a bravely fought battle with cancer. Bill is predeceased by his parents, John and Julia Duffy.  Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Barbara, his sisters, Mary (Bob) Allen, Patricia (Sam) Baubie, Donna Lewandowski, Karen (Ed) Monahan and…

Irondequoit, NY – Peacefully on Saturday, May 28, 2022 at the age of 68. Predeceased by his son, Patrick J. Puglia; parents, Patsy & Frances Puglia; uncle, Salvatore Spitali.  Jan is survived by his loving daughters, Bethany (Christopher) Ciardi, Carly (Michael) Cerone, and Rachel (Anthony) LePore; beloved grandchildren, Isabella & Christopher Ciardi, Michael & Max…

Thomas Alvin Bradshaw Jr. was born on December 28th, 1952, to Thomas and Irene of Carmel – by – the – Sea California. He passed away in Rochester NY, on May 25th, 2022. He was always and adventurer at heart. When he could no longer quiet his longing, he left the University of Oklahoma for…

Jeffrey Hudson Coyle, 60, of Rochester, NY, passed away unexpectedly on May 24th at Strong Memorial Hospital after a brief battle with diabetes. Jeffrey was predeceased by his parents, Ray and Hilda Coyle and siblings, Sallie Myers and John Coyle. He is survived by his sons, Dylan Coyle and Jesse Coyle and sibling, Cynthia Coyle…

Passed away May 21, 2022. at age 74. She was predeceased by her mother and father Mildred and William Guilfoil,  sister Karen (John) Bowles, Brothers in-law John Bowles, and Jack  Richards.  Survived by her sister Elaine (Dave) Jansen. Kathie was born in Greece, NY and started kindergarten in Fairport before moving to Hilton in 1959…

Brian C. Micale, 75 years old, is survived by beloved wife Celia; daughter, Brenda; sister, Ginger; and adored grandchildren: Davey, Vida, Alyssa, Brianna  & great- grandchildren ; many nieces,  nephews and friends. He will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts. Friends may attend his celebration of life on Saturday, May 28th from 10am…

Webster, NY – Passed away on May 21, 2022.  Predeceased by her parents Lawrence and Doris Budynski. Survived by her husband Joseph; sister Jean Kyper; nieces April House, Danielle Kyper and Rachel Stokes; as well as a brother and sisters-in-law and their children. Linda was a kind and gentle person with a caring heart.  She…

Rochester, NY: May 20, 2022 at age 57 after a fierce fight with cancer. Predeceased by Parents William and Joyce Gilbert. Survived by Sister Nicole (Matt); Niece Colette McCormick and Nephew Liam McCormick, and many loving friends who he spoke of often, Bonnie Paone, and his mentor Frank and Debbie Alloco. Please consider a donation…

Patricia Kathleen Irizarry (Hannon), 68, of Greece, NY passed away peacefully on 05/20/22. Patricia is predeceased by her parents John and Grace Hannon and her sister Susan Rittler. She is survived by her loving Husband Nestor Irizarry, Children Laura, Kristopher (Christina Bell) and Jason. Nieces Lisa (Terry) Guarino, Laura Rittler, Tina Rittler, Susan (Jeff) Richmond…

Rochester, NY: May 20, 2022 at age 86.  Charles is predeceased by his parents, John and Felicia Cervini, brothers, Frank Cervini and Robert Cervini, sister, Janice Stagnitto, and nephew Bryan Cervini.  He is survived by his children, Dori (Gerry) Smerka, Michael Cervini, Sheri (Kristopher) Giardino; grandchildren Maxwell, Jacob, Rafaela, Juliana, Olivia, Elena, Nicholas; brothers, John…

Gerald Lee Vandetti (Jerry), 69, of Rochester, NY passed away on May 19, 2022. Jerry is survived by his wife Laurie Vandetti (Butler) (Crouch); children Ryder Crouch, Christopher Vandetti (Liz), Carrie Shiner (Jay), Jamie Lee McClung (Mack); siblings Alan Vandetti (Margaret), Kenny Vandetti, Brian Tower (Tina); niece Melissa Lawrence (Jon); nephew Matt Vandetti; and 4…

Rochester, NY – May 19, 2022, at age 86. Gene Dale DeLorm, 86, of Rochester, New York  was welcomed into heaven on May 19th, 2022. Gene attended North Tonawanda Highschool and participated in football, track, and swimming. He continued his education at Hobart College, where he played football and was inducted into the Hobart Football Hall of Fame. In…

Jeffrey W. Young began his next journey on May 18th, 2022, from his home in East Rochester, NY. He was welcomed with lush peony bouquets by his mother, Carol Jean Young (Ophardt), whose spirit was ever present during his valiant fight. Those who wished him ‘bye for now’, and whose hearts will forever need mending,…

PITTSFORD, NY – On May 17, 2022, Ying Suen “Bryan” Yee passed away peacefully at home at the age of 84. He leaves many loved ones to cherish his memory: his wife of 55 years, Emily Yee; son Dennis (and wife Nancy) Yee; daughter Tracy (and husband Daniel) Pierson; grandchildren Joanna, Kevin, Natasha, and Audrey;…

Rochester, NY: 5/17/2022 at age 82. Carol is predeceased by her husband Richard, son Steven and loving parents Lawrence and Julia Griffin.  She is survived by her sisters Pat Carroll (Charles) and Judy Goldblatt (Edward).  She is also survived by several nieces and nephews, Lisa Durfee (Scott Eldridge), Sherry Carroll, Chuck Carroll, Timothy Goldblatt, Kim…

Christopher Michael Harris from Rochester, NY went home on May 13, 2022 at 50 years old. He is predeceased by his beloved mother, Bessie Harris and his Father Henry Lee McKinney. He is survived by his wife, Yaleida, his daughters Christianna and Alondra; his son, Christopher Jr; his granddaughter, brothers and sisters; and many other…

North Chili, NY:  May 12, 2022. Predeceased by husband Edward; Survived by daughters Sharon (Tom) Yockel, Patty (Bill) Osborn, Nancy (Chuck) Mullens; 4 grandsons and 5 great grandchildren; 2 sisters, nieces, nephews, cousins. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Holy Name Scholarship Fund. Celebration of Life will be held on Friday,…

Robert Lawrence Fee, 69, of Stoneham, Massachusetts, left this Earth, and was welcomed into heaven on May 11th, 2022. Bob had been battling a series of health problems over the past few years, which concluded with his final fight in Unity Hospital in Rochester, NY. Bob graduated from Mass College of Pharmacy, where he practiced…

Rochester NY. Passed peacefully on Tues. May 10, 2022 at age 87. He is survived by his wife of 54 years Virginia Rekers, his daughter Wendi Braun (Adam), his son Eric Rekers (Kathleen Moore) and 3 grandchildren Arik, Adeline and Nicholas. Howie was born in Irondequoit and graduated from Irondequoit High School. He served honorably…