Obituaries

Paul E. Sturgeon of Rochester, NY born June 4, 1963, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2022 at the age of 58. “This we’ll defend” was Paul’s motto in life.  He was a proud and honorable solider, and a loyal, loving brother, uncle, nephew, and friend.  He had a deep sense of honesty and integrity…

Martha Joyce Montgomery was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend.  She peacefully passed away on January 20, 2022 at the age of 83 surrounded by her family. She was born in Catlin, New York to Alice & Lawrence Parker on May 18, 1938.  She was predeceased by the love of her life, Richard…

Susan Petralia passed away on January 19, 2022 after a long battle with cancer, while her husband, Arnold Petralia watched over her. She is survived also by her mother, Patricia Connor. Her father, Donald Connor, predeceased her. There will be no public showing.

Keith A. Banister 10/11/1952 – 1/19/2022 Keith passed away unexpectedly at the age of 69. There will be no service per his wishes. Instead, he will be laid to rest at one of his favorite spots by his family. He is survived by his daughters Missy Butler (Bill) and Jen Zugnoni (Rick), beloved Son to Elizabeth…

Hilton, New York: January 18, 2022. With a heavy heart, we are sad to announce the passing of our beloved Heather.  Heather is survived by her husband Robert; son Mitchell; daughter Katie; granddaughter Maci; Parents Brian (Carol) Jackson, Jack (Tina) Rothenburgh; and many uncles, aunts, and cousins. She was predeceased by her son Tyler Deveans;…

Greece, NY – Janet greeted Jesus with open arms and walked through the gates of heaven with him on Tuesday, January 18th, 2022. Born on February 19th, 1928 in Rochester, NY. Janet is survived by her children; son David (Debbie) Lincoln, daughter Pamela Kaminski, her grandchildren; Nicole (Tim Montgomery) Lincoln, Jason Lincoln, Sean (Sarah) Lincoln,…

Catherine M. (Meisenzahl) Rapp, 83, of Rochester, NY died peacefully at home, surrounded by her family on January 17, 2022.  Predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Leslie E. Rapp. Survived by her daughters; Leslie A Scott (Robert) and Susan Zimmermann. Seven grandchildren; Sean, Derek, Jacob and Dylan Scott, Katie Zimmermann (Leo), Sarah Johnson (Chris),…

Lewis M. (Marty) Fuller aged 62 passed away Monday, January 17, 2022 at home surrounded by family. Predeceased by brothers Richard Fuller JR, and Peter Fuller.  Survived by parents Richard Sr and Ann Fuller, wife Leslie Fuller, daughters Danielle, Ashley (Jake), Rachael, grandchildren Sean, Nathan, Clarke, and sisters Susie Corbett, Valerie Liegey, Cathy (Paul) DeMeyer…

Penfield, NY January 16, 2022 at age 76.  Michael is survived by his son, Scott (Brandy), Granddaughter, Mattie, Brother-In-Law, Bruce Brone, Sister-In-Law, Katherine, many nieces, nephews, cousins and loving friends. He was preceded in death by his son, Brian, parents, Michael and Mary, brothers, Samuel and James, sister Marian Brone. Michael loved sports, especially bowling…

Greig Arnold Jentons was born October 23, 1944 to George Jentons (predeceased) and AnnaBell Williams in Rochester, New York.  He was also predeceased by his stepfather Harold Williams Sr. Greig was educated through the Rochester City Schools and graduated from Madison High School in June of 1962. He later enlisted in the United States Air Forces.…

Rochester, NY:  January 15, 2022 at age 60. Jerolyn is predeceased by her grandmother Ellen Paul, mother Marilyn Foley, stepfather George Foley, and father Jerry Newman. She is survived by her daughter Jocelyn (Jason) Dundon, son Benjamin (Molly) Lucko, brothers Michael and Mark, sister Maryellen, and many other loving family and friends. She retired from…

Rochester, NY formerly of Penn Yan, NY and Honeoye Falls, NY: Loretta M. (Ornt) Kailburn age 88, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2022, and is now in the loving arms of Jesus. Loretta was predeceased by her husband Dewey G. Kailburn, Jr, and her daughter Cynthia Rose. She is survived by her daughter Marla…

In loving Memory of MaryAnn Dentino Batz of Rochester NY: January 14, 2022 at the age of 79. MaryAnn Is Survived by The Love Of Her Life Peter W Batz.  They Spent 70 years being freinds and 55 years together and married; Brother Tom And Nancy Dentino; Daughter Tracy and Winn Clemons; Grandchildren Charlie and Brittany…

Irondequoit, NY – Passed away at home after a long illness on Friday January 14, 2022, age 62. Predeceased by his father, George II and sister Susan Miglioratti. Survived by wife Marielle and son George IV; mother Lorraine Evershed Ziegler; sisters Kathy Cromwell, Anne (Greg) Lightenburger, Judy (Bill) Bradburn, and Cheryl Jones (Gary Straus); beloved…

George A. Finch III, 3/7/59 – 1/13/22, passed away unexpected. He is predeceased by his father George and mother Jeannette. George is survived by sisters Jeannette Hicks (Dave), Catherine Kincaid (Dale), Marie Fitzwater (David), Susan Finch, Wanda Monge (Josh); Brothers James Finch Sr (Penny) and Donald Finch Sr; Nieces, Nephews, Great Nieces, Great Nephews, 2…

Our beloved Valerie Perotti completed her full and happy life on January 10, 2022. As a wife, mother, grandmother, niece, and cousin she leaves a legacy of smart, funny and caring family members who share a gratitude for her presence in their lives. Her work as an award-winning professor, scholar, colleague, mentor and fraternity member…

North Rose, NY: David M. Pierce, 78, died at home on Monday, Jan. 10 after an almost two-year battle with cancer. David grew up in Sodus Point, where his parents, the late Ray and Clara Pierce, owned the former Pierce House hotel. After high school, he trained as a diver in Florida and returned home,…

Rochester, NY, formerly of Watertown NY, passed away on January 10, 2022, after a very courageous battle with cancer at the age of 73. John is predeceased by his parents, John A. and Pansie M. McDonald.  Survived by his daughter Dawn Marie (Bill) Burns – Rochester, fur-baby Louie, brother Terry (Debbie) Rochester, nieces Robin & Lisa,…

ROCHESTER, NY- January 10, 2022 at the age of 60, with his family by his side. Anthony is predeceased by his father; Willie J. & mother; Edna Holmes (Wyatt), and brothers; Stanley & Randy Holmes. He is survived by his daughter; Andrea (Erick) Santiago, son; David (Breona) Holmes, 5 granddaughters; Mia, Arielle, Brielle, Angelise, &…

Hamlin, NY: Judy Kathleen Ratajczak, formerly Turner and Slattery, passed away peacefully on January 10th, 2022, at age 73 after a short illness. She was born April 24, 1948, in Buffalo, NY to John Roberts and Edythe Schurr.  Judy is predeceased by her beloved husband, Robert. She is survived by daughter Erin Slattery (Jason Yerry),…