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Bess Andrews

Bess Andrews

Oct 16, 2017

Andrews, Bess P. (Percas) Rochester:Beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, and loving friend to so many, passed away on October 16, 2017 at the age of 91. Born in Rochester, New York, on November 18, 1925, she spent her entire career as a nurse at Strong Memorial Hospital and the University of Rochester Health Service, caring for others, and never stopped...

Deloris Ellis

Deloris Ellis

Oct 14, 2017

Ellis, Deloris M. Rochester: November 6, 1922 - October 14, 2017. (Just shy of 95, still gone to soon) Predeceased by her husband, Raymond (2000); son, Robert. Survived by her daughter, Kathy (Paul) Dudley; son, Richard; her very much loved grandchildren, Todd Dudley & family, Glen Dudley & family; Jen Cerio & family; plus seven great-grandchildren; nephews, nieces, and cousins...

Judith Kirby

Judith Kirby

Oct 6, 2017

Kirby, Judith A. Greece: October 6, 2017. Survived by her mother, Patricia Kirby; brothers, John, & Gerald (Darlene); niece, Jesandra (Joshua) Parrett; great-niece, Ellianna Parrett; sister-in-law, Jerolyn Kirby; dear friend and companion of 22 years, Stephen Ciaccia; dear family & friends. Family and friends may call at Thomas Wednesday October 11th from 6-8pm. Prayer Service at Thomas Thursday 11am. Interment,...

Eileen Longuillo

Eileen Longuillo

Oct 5, 2017

Longuillo, Eileen (Minacapelli) Gates: October 5, 2017, age 68. Predeceased by her parents, Anna & Angelo Minacapelli. Survived by her husband, James Longuillo; son, Thomas (Cheree) Marano; daughter, Michelle Longuillo; sister, Joann Scotty; brother, Louis (Peggy) Minacapelli; mother-in-law & father-in-law, Chuck & Fran Longuillo; sister-in-law, Kathy Longuillo; nieces, nephews, great nieces& nephews. Family & friends may call at Thomas Saturday...

Helen Sherwood

Helen Sherwood

Sep 28, 2017

Sherwood, Helen J. (Popplewell) Irondequoit: September 28, 2017 at age 94. Predeaced by her husband, Henry. Survived by her loving sons, Bruce (Sylvia), Thomas (Pina), Todd (Jennifer); five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister, Mitzi Rioux. Services private.

Vincent Lawrence

Vincent Lawrence

Sep 23, 2017

Lawrence, Vincent J. September 23, 2017. Age 60. Predeceased by his parents Vincent & Judith Lawrence. Survived by son, Vincent Lawrence; siblings, Shelia Starkweather, Carol (Steve) Stanford, Nurot Lawrence, Joseph Lawrence, Darlene Lawrence (Terry), Charlene Noble, Christopher Lawrence, Helen (John) DiMarzo; friends Greg 16 nieces and nephews.\"Your Wings Where Ready, Our Hearts Were Not\"Family & friends may call at Thomas...

Marice Cooklin

Marice Cooklin

Sep 16, 2017

Cooklin, Marice Rochester NY: Born September 9, 1915, passed away peacefully September 16, 2017 at age 102. Predeceased by her sister, Kathleen Cooklin. Survived by her sister, Carol Vineski; nieces & nephews, Lisa Nicolosi, Stephen (Lani) Vineski, Ellen (Andy) Rudoff, Julie (Tom) Moynihan, James (Linda) Vineski, Paul Nicolosi; loving family and friends. Funeral Mass, Holy Cross Church in Rochester ,...

Nira Hagadish

Nira Hagadish

Sep 12, 2017

Hagadish, Nira S. Rochester: September 12, 2017, at age 83. Predeceased by her loving husband, Joseph Woodrow \"Woody\" Hagadish. Nira is survived by her son, Wesley (Colleen) Hagadish; daughter, Sylvia (Jeffrey) Baugher; grandchildren, Adam Baugher, Christopher (Samantha) Baugher, Heather (Jonathan) Pie, Lindsay Hagadish; great-grandchildren, Alice Baugher & Aydan Pie; brothers Theodore (Maryann) Clemson Sr, Marlin Marjorie Clemson; also survived by...

Jean Caffrey

Jean Caffrey

Aug 31, 2017

Caffrey, Jean A. (Innocenzi) Greece: August 31, 2017 at age 90. Predeceased by her husband, Thomas; sisters, Lena Corbelli, Mary Viva. Survived by her special caring nephew, Terry (Mary) Prem; many nieces & nephews; grand nieces & nephews; relatives and dear friends. A Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Cross Church, Tuesday September 5th at 11am. Interment, Holy Sepulchre...

Stephen Rabitz

Stephen Rabitz

Aug 26, 2017

Rabitz, Stephen J. \"Tippy\" Charlotte, NY: Passed away suddenly at the age of 61. Predeceased by his parents, Walter and Lucy Rabitz. Survived by his brother, Walter (Patricia) Rabitz; niece, Lindsay Rabitz (Keith Mikel); nephew, Brian Rabitz; numerous lifelong friends and beloved extended family, including his Gala and McGee families. Tippy lived life to the fullest and enjoyed golfing, skiing,...

Howard Nichols

Howard Nichols

Aug 25, 2017

Nichols, Howard Irondequoit: August 25, 2017. Passed away peacefully after a long & courageous battle with cancer. Howard is survived by his brothers, Frank, Bill, & Charles; sister, Cecelia (Joel) Montione; sister-in-law, Cheri Nichols; several nieces & nephews, dear relatives & friends. Howard is a graduate of SUNY Geneseo and a long time employee of UPS. Family & friends may...

Libbie Rosati

Libbie Rosati

Aug 23, 2017

Rosati, Libbie J. (Bonsanto) Charlotte: August 23, 2017 at age 87. Survived by her sons, Anthony (Nancy), Thomas (Anne Marie), Joseph (Andrea), Ronald (Jessica); daughter, Anne (Michael) Hooper; many loving grandchildren; sisters, Josephine Annechino, Lucy Rosati, Mickey (Tony) Quattarone; many nieces, nephews, relatives & friends. Libbie was a longtime member of the Rochester Dahlia Society & Charlotte Garden Club. Longtime...

Mary Brothers

Mary Brothers

Aug 23, 2017

Brothers, Mary Wittman Rochester: Peacefully at age 88. She will live forever in the hearts of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Predeceased by husband Charles (Charlie); and sister, Anne Zarnstorff. Survived by her children, Dan (Mary Ann), Nancy (Rich Dibble), Bill (Irene),Mary Ellen (Scott Braley); Tim Brothers; grandchildren Stacy, Kate, Devin, Jeff, Laura, Cassie, Corey and Morgan. great granddaughters Delaney,...

Birthe Ambrose

Birthe Ambrose

Aug 22, 2017

Ambrose, Birthe M. Rochester, NY:Birthe passed away on August 22, 2017 at age 91.Predeceased by husband, Chuck L. Ambrose. Birthe is survived by sons, Eric (Eileen), Greg (Pam); daughter, Meg (Rob) Brown; grandchildren, Chris (Dave) Willard, Sandy (Dan) Umiker, Denise Ambrose, Kirsten Ambrose; great-grandchildren, Andrew & Camille Willard, Ryan & William Umiker.She is also survived by her nieces, nephews, cousins...

Adam Wikowski

Adam Wikowski

Aug 18, 2017

Adam J. Wikowski, Rochester, 40, died Aug.18, 2017. Born July 4, 1977, the son of David J. Wikowski and Shirley R. (Hill) Wikowski. After graduating from Olympia Greece High school in 1997, Adam went on to study criminal Justice, later earned a 2 yr degree in carpentry. As a Master Carpenter and home remodel expert for over 15 yrs Adam...

Ralph Williams

Ralph Williams

Aug 9, 2017

Williams, Ralph R.J Greece: Entered into rest peacefully on Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at his home, at age 78. The son of the late Kenneth and Elizabeth Williams, Ralph was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, \"Popi\", uncle, and brother. Ralph enjoyed life, his tractor, and taking care of his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 55...

Joann Foos

Joann Foos

Jul 28, 2017

Foos, JoAnn M. (Waite) Rochester: July 28, 2017. Predeceased by her parents, Willis & Ruth Waite. Survived by son, Nicholas (Ashley); daughter, Danielle; their father, Gary Foos; grandchildren, Jason & Hunter Taber; brothers, Michael (Dorothy), Steve; sister, Laurie Rotich; many nieces, nephews, relatives, & friends. Contributions in JoAnn\'s memory may be directed to the charity of your choice. Services private.

Dorothy Jones

Dorothy Jones

Jul 22, 2017

Dorothy H. Jones (Hill) Rochester: July 22 2017. Survived by her daughter, Amy John; sons, Larry Culmo, Jeffrey Culmo, Paul Culmo; 7 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to the Alzheimer\'s Association. Services at convenience of the family.

Alice Weed

Alice Weed

Jul 20, 2017

Weed, Alice Rochester: Peacefully surrounded by her family on July 20, 2017. Survived by two sons, two daughters, & their families; four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren. Services private.

Luella Safford

Luella Safford

Jul 15, 2017

Safford, Luella M. Greece: July 15, 2017. Survived by son, Bruce; daughter, Bernice; family & friends. Funeral services private.

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