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Dorothy M Sanna

Dorothy M Sanna

Jan 20, 2023

Charlotte: Passed January 20, 2023. She is survived by three sons, Mario (Roseann); grandson, Dominick (Jamie); great -grandsons, Edison & Archer; grandson, Mario Jr; son, Michael (Diane); granddaughter, Laurie (Tony) Halsey; great -grandsons, Alec Dean, Nolan Dean; son, John C.; grandson, John Joseph (Sheena), great-granddaughters, Teagan, Gianna; grandson, Jamie (Sarah); nieces, & many friends.

Dorothy worked as a waitress / prep...

Shirley Griffin

Shirley Griffin

Jan 11, 2023

“I can do all things through Him, who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13

Shirley was a woman of great faith and strong spirit. She passed away peacefully on January 11, surrounded by people who loved and cared for her, at age 83.

Shirley had a presence that drew people in. She loved listening to Bishop T.D. Jakes with her headphones on, and people...

Kenneth  Jacobs

Kenneth Jacobs

Jan 8, 2023

Albion, formerly of Rochester NY.  Passed away on January 8, 2023 at the age of 93. Kenneth was a US Marines Veteran. Graveside Service & Military Honors, Friday January 13th, 11:30am, White Haven Memorial Park, Section H.  Please gather at the main cemetery gate by 11:15am to join a procession to the location.  No prior calling. 

Ronald C. Twilliger

Ronald C. Twilliger

Dec 31, 2022

Webster NY: Passed away on December 31, 2022 at age 82. Predeceased by his daughter, Tometa (Twilliger) Curran; parents, Bob and Lucille; brother, George; niece, Shauntelle. Survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Shirley; beloved daughters, Georgeanne Dame (Sam) and Kimberly Martin; grandchildren, Ashley Dame-Marino (Joseph) and Frederik Dame Jr. (Emma); as well as several relatives and cherished friends....

Kenneth H. Jung

Kenneth H. Jung

Dec 25, 2022

December 25, 2022 at the age of 84. Born in Elmira NY July 8, 1938 to the late Charles and Margaret Jung; also predeceased by his brother, Charles. He is survived by his twin brother, Warren A. Jung; & dear family.

Graveside Service, Thursday January 19th, 11am, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, All Saints Mausoleum-Chapel. No prior calling.

Marlene B. Pignone

Marlene B. Pignone

Dec 23, 2022

December 23, 2022 at age 90. Predeceased by her husband, Robert. Survived by her son, Christopher (Edie) Pignone; daughter, Lisa (John) Teetsel; grandchildren, Mike (Shauna) Pignone, Nicholas (Tiffani) Pignone, Justin Teetsel, Jason (Stacy) Teetsel, Sarah (Brian) Cavallaro; 11 great-grandchildren; sister, Dianne (Jim) East; sister in law, Olive Bach; many dear relatives and friends.

Family & friends may call at Thomas Funeral...

Bradley Martin Loce

Bradley Martin Loce

Dec 23, 2022

Graveside Service. Friday 2/17. 11am Riverside Cemetery.

Elinor  Klein

Elinor Klein

Dec 17, 2022

Elinor grew up in Atlanta, NY as the oldest of four children. She graduated from Wayland HS and attended Syracuse University for one year before marrying Jack Walker in 1947, with whom she had five children. Elinor and Jack bought a house on Dartmouth St. where Elinor would live for the next 63 years. She and Jack divorced in 1963,...

Elizabeth K. Ciavarri

Elizabeth K. Ciavarri

Dec 8, 2022

Greece: December 8, 2022 at the age of 93. Predeceased by her husband, Arcangelo "Archie"; son, David. Survived by her daughter, Kathryn; son, Peter (Charlene); grandchildren, Danielle Kirchoff, James (Shela) Barnard, Ashley (Cody) Cullinan, Lisa Barnard, Michael (Vanessa) Ciavarri, Amanda (Justin) Granit, Gabrielle (Jerry) LaMartina, Danielle (Nate Ott) Sharp Carrie (Rudy) Rudicel, Patti (Brian Carbaugh), David Ciavarri Jr; several great-grandchildren,...

Kathy  Guy

Kathy Guy

Dec 7, 2022

December 7, 2022, at age 55. Survived by her son, Joshua; grandson, Alex; sister, Laurie; many loving nieces & nephews.

Family & friends may call at Thomas Funeral Chapels Wednesday December 14th from 4pm-8pm.  Funeral Mass, Sacred Heart Cathedral Thursday December 15th at 930am. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers contributions can be made directly through the funeral home secure...

Bertha  Crate

Bertha Crate

Dec 3, 2022

Rochester: December 3, 2022. Predeceased by her parents, Myron & Ida.  

Graveside Service Thursday January 12, 2023, 10:30am, Oatka Cemetery in Scottsville NY. No Prior calling

Earl Valentine Friedman

Earl Valentine Friedman

Nov 26, 2022

November 26, 2022 at age 89. Predeceased by his wife, Carolyn May. Survived by his loving daughters, Renee Friedman (Dennis Schulz), April (Michael) Stratton; beloved grandchildren, Tarah & Sienna Friedman, Summer, Shayna, & Dylan Stratton. Earl was a lifelong member of the IBEW Local 86 Union.

Funeral Mass Saturday December 17th, 10:30am, Holy Cross Church, 4492 Lake Ave, 14612. No prior...

Lulu M Hanning

Lulu M Hanning

Nov 23, 2022

The Main Link of Our Family

Passed away November 23rd, 2022, peacefully at home with her loved ones. Predeceased by her husband Harry, 14 siblings, her two daughters Pat and Nancy, and eldest grandson Frankie. Survived by her daughter Donna(Big Terry) and son Rick (wife Steph). Her brother Will. Her grandchildren Stacy (husband Mark), Tina, Michelle, Terry (wife Myshauna), Teanna, Blanca,...

Anne T.  Swasey

Anne T. Swasey

Nov 22, 2022

Rochester: November 22, 2022 at the age of 76.  Predeceased by her parents Joseph Sinlock & Anne Furchek.  Graveside Service Monday March 6th at 11am, Riverside Cemetery.  Please gather at the cemetery gate at 10:50am. 

Nancy Governor

Nancy Governor

Nov 20, 2022

Rochester: November 20, 2022 at the age of 49. Daughter of Kenneth & Claire.  

Graveside Service, Tuesday June 6, 2023, Riverside Cemetery, 11am. No prior calling.  family & friends may gather at the cemetery gate at 10:50am to form a procession to the grave.

Richard Curto

Richard Curto

Nov 17, 2022

Passed away peacefully on November 17, 2022 at age 85. He was a beloved member of the St. Paul IRA where he received care and support in his final years. As a Willowbrook Class Member, Richard demonstrated resilience throughout his life. He also enjoyed receiving Christmas gifts from his brother Salvatore. He will be missed by all who knew and...

Elaine Profetta

Elaine Profetta

Nov 1, 2022

North Chili NY: November 1, 2022 at the age of 77. 

Graveside Service Friday April 28, 2023 at 10:30am, Riverside Cemetery. Please gather at the cemetery gate at 10:15am to follow a procession to the grave.

Judith Dehaven

Judith Dehaven

Oct 31, 2022

Rochester: Passed away on October 31, 2022 at the age of 72.  A Graveside Service will be held Wednesday November 16th at 10am, Grove Place Cemetery, 2775 Chili Ave, Rochester, NY 14624.  No prior calling 

C.William Meagher

C.William Meagher

Oct 27, 2022

October 27, 2022. Predeceased by his wife, Virginia; daughter, Marianne McCabe. Survived by daughter, Kathleen Long; companion, Ann Gilzow; 4 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; relatives & friends. WWII Navy Veteran.

Memorial Mass Tuesday Nov 1st, 11am, Holy Cross Church. No prior calling. In lieu of flowers contributions to House of Mercy, houseofmercyrochester.org/donate/

Kenneth R.  Gill

Kenneth R. Gill

Oct 24, 2022

Charlotte: October 24, 2022 at the age of 80. Predeceased by his parents, Harry & Eva; son in law, Rick Pakusch. Survived by his loving wife, Ruthy; daughters, Patricia DiMento, Yolanda Simone; son, Raymond(Kimberly) Simone; son, Kenneth (Colleen); daughter, Kathy Pakusch; grandchildren, David, Heather, Brian, Modesto, Marisa, Holly, Sam, Hannah, Alicia, Troy, Kaitlyn, Shannon, Kyrill, Zoe; great-grandchildren, Skye, Dae, Anna,...

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