Obituaries

Richard L. Bitely, of Potsdam, NY passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on June 11, 2024, surrounded by family. He was predeceased by Ann M.(Squillace) Bitely, his loving wife of 52 years, his brothers John, Phillip, Orsemus, Alex Bitely, sister Olive Jane (Bitely) Brown, and his parents Orsemus Durward Bitely and Elizabeth Grace…

Carl A. Emerson, 52, passed peacefully on June 10,2024 with family by his side. He bravely fought a short battle with cancer at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY. He was born in Oswego, NY to James and Marian (Ehrenreich) Emerson on January 23, 1972 and graduated from Oswego High School, class of 1990. Carl was…

Rose D. Hodge, 87, died peacefully in the morning on Sunday, June 9, 2024. She spent her life loving her family, students, musicals, and perpetually learning. Rose was born July 26, 1936 in Potsdam, NY, the daughter of Greek immigrants Thomas and Sultana Dokianos. She graduated from Potsdam High School in 1954, and then onward…

Rush/Honeoye:  William Snyder passed away June 9, 2024 at age 84. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Julie, daughter Brenda (John) Schouten, son Andy (Kim) Snyder, 8 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren. Bill ran his Collision shop in Rush NY for many years. It was there that he got to know many…

Mark E. Glogowski passed away Sunday June 9, 2024 at home with family. Survived by his wife of 56 years Kathleen, daughters Katrina (Nikolai) and Michelle (Todd), grandson Alex, brothers James (Donna), Leo, sisters Janet and Nancy (Edward), sisters-in-law Cheryl and Patricia, in-laws Paul (Sharon), James, Marianne (Robert) and John as well as many nieces,…

Michael Keith MacLean passed away unexpectedly in June of 2024, in Rochester, New York, at the age of sixty. He was predeceased by his beloved mother, Brenda “Bonnie” MacLean and father, Alan MacLean. Michael grew up primarily in Pittsford, New York. His youth was filled with many friends, family vacations, playing lacrosse, and skiing. He…

John Gregory of Fairport, NY passed away peacefully at the age of 89 on June 6, 2024, surrounded by family. He was predeceased by Lillian Gregory, his loving wife of 61 years, his brother George Gregory of Buffalo, NY and his parents Thomas and Angelice Gregory of Brooklyn, NY. John is survived by his sister…

Brian R. MacKay May 31, 1974-June 4, 2024 June 4, 2024, Brian passed away at Rochester General Hospital after a brief illness. He is survived by his mother Paula (McLaughlin) MacKay, his sister Karen (Christopher) Schell, his brother Michael (Wendy) MacKay and their children Ryan and Megan, and his brother Lucas Mackay and his son…

HENRIETTA, NY – Marcia passed away peacefully on June 2, 2024, at age 81, surrounded by her immediate family.  Marcia is predeceased by her parents Edward & Anna Tryon, and brothers Michael Tryon and Melvin Tryon.  She is survived by daughter Darlene (Charles) Fitzwater, sons, Daniel Feldman, and Donald (Rebecca) Feldman, grandchildren Raechel, Brandi, Erica, Brian, Hailey,…

Lawrence (Larry) Annello Savino, age 82, passed away peacefully at his home in Rochester, NY, on June 1, 2024, after a long and brave battle with cancer. Born on April 2, 1942, in New Haven, CT, Larry’s life was marked by profound love, dedication, and resilience. Larry is survived by his beloved wife of 35…

Edwin “Ted” Vogt- 11/16/58 – 6/1/24 Passed away after a brief illness at 65. Predeceased by his parents Marilyn and Karl; sisters Sally and Mary; and brother Chris. Survived by his wife Nancy; children Lindsay and Nick (Cristina); and brother John (Darren). Ted was an avid golfer, proud supporter of both Genny Light and the…

Patrick M. Gerula, age 65, passed away peacefully on Saturday June 1, 2024 at Highland Hospital in Rochester, NY. He was born May 2, 1959 in Rochester, NY. He is predeceased by his parents Carl “Poppy” Gerula and Grace Gerula. He is survived by his loving wife of 13 years Cindy Dodge; son Joseph (Amy)…

Elwyn L. Bishop of Webster, NY passed away peacefully on May 31, 2024 at the age of 77. He was born on October 20, 1946 in Seneca Falls, NY, the son of the late Eugene and Evelyn (Post) Bishop.  Elwyn is survived by his wife of 51 years, Wendi (Wright) Bishop; his children, Andrea (Tom)…

James “Mike” Foley passed away on May 31st, 2024 at the age of 78 after a long battle with cancer. Mike is survived by his loving wife of 57 years Patricia (Clark), daughter Brenda (Ed) Angora, sister Patti Foley, many nieces, nephews, family, friends, and band mates. He proudly served his country with US Air…

Lisa Ann Lavelle It is with great sadness that we morn the death of Lisa Lavelle who was taken from us suddenly and far too early. Lisa went to Our Lord on May 30, 2024. At that time we lost a Daughter, a Mother, a loving Grandmother, a Sister, a Cousin, a Godmother and a…

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved father, husband, and grandfather. Born on December 26, 1939, Wally passed away peacefully at home on May 30, 2024, with his wife of 62 years by his side.   Walt is survived by the love of his life, his wife Helen, as…

Charlotte May Loveless, aged 74, of Rochester, NY passed away peacefully on May 29, 2024. Born on December 27, 1949, in Syracuse, NY, Charlotte was the daughter of the late George and Helen Pope. She was preceded in death by her beloved siblings Mandy (Juan) Ortiz, Georgiann (Edward) Smith, and Emmett (Doris) Gross. She is…

Jeffrey E. DeFrank, of Brockport, NY, passed away May 28, 2024 after a brief battle with cancer. He was born September 18, 1970 in Rochester, NY. Jeff was predeceased by his father, Gary DeFrank, mother, Jennifer Marcello and brother, Kevin DeFrank. He is survived by his brother, Glenn (Kimberly) DeFrank, half brother, William Michael (Deanna)…

Doug Miller, affectionately known as “Millsey,” passed away peacefully on May 27th, 2024, at the age of 75, surrounded by his loving family at the Wilmot Cancer Institute. Doug fought a courageous battle against AML with the same strength and spirit that defined his life. Born in Dansville, NY, on February 1, 1949, Doug often…

Chrystal Jennifer Dudley (78) passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her family on Saturday, May 25 after a long battle with cancer. She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, John Alan Dudley; children, Michael (Joanna) Dudley, Amy (Dan Stenglein) Dudley, Peter (Tracy) Dudley and Jennifer (Luke) Newhart; nine grandchildren, Tyler,…