Obituaries

Gail Rose

Nov 1, 2024

“Since my salvation, God had called me into the ministry. He equipped and prepared me to fulfill His plan and purpose. My work is finished, therefore don’t be sad or feel blue for God has called me to my heavenly home. Remember our life together and all the wonderful memories it holds, for our time on earth is too...

Andrew "Andy" Bartucca

Oct 17, 2024

Andy Bartucca, beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend passed suddenly on October 17, 2024 at the age of 80.

Andy was born on May 31, 1944 in Coringa, a small village in southern Italy. He was the third child of Giuseppe and Maria Bartucca. After immigrating to the United States with his parents and siblings, the family...

Susan Bedford

Oct 17, 2024

Susan Elizabeth Bedford, 59, of Brockport, NY, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 17th, 2024.

Susan graduated from Hilton High School and dedicated her career to caring for others as a health aid at Lifetime Assistance. Her compassion and sympathy made a significant impact on the lives of many individuals and their families.

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Christopher Abert

Sep 17, 2024

Christopher Abert passed away peacefully in Rochester, NY on Sept 17, 2024. He was born on July 10th, 1972, in Rochester, NY. He is survived by his mother Heath Abert, WSM Jeanne Abert, his sisters Danielle, Kelley and Kaitlin, his nieces Alexa and Elena, his forever love Maddie, and scores of other family and friends.

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William Cox

Aug 23, 2024

Bill passed away suddenly at the age of 78 on August 23, 2024. Predeceased by his parents, William and Martha; brother, James; and brother-in-law, Fred Atwater. He is survived by his loving sister, Frances Atwater, “I’ll love you for all time”; and his faithful dog, Molly. Cousins, Patty Ashworth, Suzy Vella, Kitty and Frank Billiski, Don Christoff, David Christoff,...

Neil R. Kocher

Jul 20, 2024

Neil passed away suddenly on the morning of July 20. He was at a weekend family reunion and happened to be surrounded by family in the moments of his passing.

He is survived by his wife Laurie, Children; Maggie (Scot King), Peter (Jessica) and Andrew (Christine). Grandchildren; Quinn, Aiden, Clara, Olive, Violet, Eleanor and a...

Harold "John" Casper

Jun 16, 2024

Harold “John” Casper, 75, passed away unexpectedly from natural causes in Springwater, N.Y., on Sunday, June 16, 2024.

John was born in Batavia, N.Y., on Nov. 24, 1948, to the late Nancy (Carroll) and Harold Casper. He was the second oldest of four and named after his father, but went by the middle name “John.”...

Michelle Page

Jun 12, 2024

Tragically, on June 12, 2024. Predeceased by her parents, Stella and Richard Doty. Survived by her lifelong partner, David Grelik; children, Sarah (Miguel) Angueira, Amanda (Desmond) Jones, Jeremy Grelik and Aaron Page; siblings, Evelyn (Daniel) Hurt and Kathleen (Peter) Stupia; grandchildren, Alexander, Miracle, Amy, Justina, and Miguel Jr. (Macho) Angueira, Dessa'Mora and Madisyn Jones; nieces and nephews, Tyrell Doty,...

Frank Mackowski

Feb 14, 2024

With family by his side, Frank passed away peacefully, but unexpectedly on February 14, 2024 due to an acute bacterial infection at the young age of 55.

Frank was a graduate of Fairport High School, Class of 1986 and received a Bachelor of Science from Le Moyne College in Syracuse in 1990.

Fond childhood memories...

John (Larry) Moore

Feb 10, 2024

Rochester:  John (Larry) Moore, lost his battle with cancer in the early hours of June 10, 2024. He was 70 years old. He was born in Portsmouth Va, the second son of John and Marguerite (Huntoon) Moore. He was married to his loving wife Lenora (Crittenden) Moore for 25 years.

John had a colorful life,...

Jan P. Egger

Feb 1, 2024

Jan P. Egger

Rochester, NY

February 1, 2024, at age 79 from Parkinson’s Disease.

Predeceased by his parents, Gerald and Florence Egger, and brother, Gerald Egger. Survived by his wife, Jo Anne Leegant, sister, Michelle Egger Krell (Michael), sisters-in-law Laurie Leegant Cantore (Anthony) and Sheryl Knapp Egger, nephews, Michael and Jeffrey...

Karen Mcallister

Jan 26, 2024

Rochester:  Karen McAllister, an amazing mother, wife, nana, and friend, passed away on January 26, 2024, at the age of 60 surrounded by her loved ones after a brief battle with cancer.

Karen dedicated her life to others. In times of need she was always there to lend a hand, the shirt off her back,...

William C. Stockdale

Jan 17, 2024

Rochester, NY:  Passed away during the early hours of Wednesday, January 17, 2024. He was the beloved husband of 68 years of Marta A. Stockdale; father of Gwen A. Fellows (Gary), Greg W. Stockdale (Theresa), Alan Stockdale (Linda), and Renee Stockdale-Homick (Michael); son of William and Irene Stockdale; brother of Pat Easterbrook; grandfather to Galen and Briana Fellows, Noah...

Thomas Leonard White

Dec 1, 2023

Rochester, NY:  Passed away peacefully at age 61 on December 1st , 2023, surrounded by loved ones, after suffering several strokes.

Tom was born in Rochester, NY on September 14th, 1962 to Robert Earl White Jr., and Cynthia Lou (Johnson) White, and was the youngest of four. After graduating from Gates Chili High School in...

Toni P. Mitchell

Oct 26, 2023

E. Rochester: Toni passed peacefully October 26, 2023 at 85 years old. She was born in Rochester, a graduate of Monroe High School, a longtime resident of East Rochester and an avid cat lover.

Toni was predeceased by her parents, Moe and Ruth Plaksin. She leaves behind daughters, Kelly (James) Walters, Karen (partner Paul) Mitchell;...

Alice Marie Smith

Oct 12, 2023

Rochester, NY:  Passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at age 71. She was born in Williamsport, PA, but she called Texas home, even after reluctantly moving back north to be near family in 2022.

She is survived by her sometimes functional, often amusing and always loving family. Husband Herby, sons Jake (Nicole) and Jesse;...

Thomas J. Curtis

Sep 6, 2023

Penfield, NY: Tom was born in Rochester, NY on January 31, 1954. He passed away on September 6, 2023 after a long illness.

Tom was a wonderful husband and cat dad, and a talented artist. He loved cats, books, and music. He enjoyed camping and hiking at Taughannock Falls, and walks along the Erie Canal....

Kenneth G. Horn

Jul 16, 2023

Greece: July 16, 2023 at the age of 72. Predeceased by his parents, Kenneth and Mona; sister, Ruth Goff and Phyllis Burgess. He is survived by his children, Kenneth L., Misty (Anthony), Shad and Treasure (Jordan) Horn; grandchildren, Samantha, Nicole Rose, Nicole, Anthony, Grayson, Braven and Victoria; niece and nephew, Penni (Michael) Goff, Lance Goff; former spouse, Debra Horn....

Kirk Ruffner Couch

Jun 15, 2023

Rochester, NY: It is with great sadness that the family of Kirk Ruffner Couch announces his death June 15, 2023 at Strong Memorial Hospital. Kirk was 62 years old and died of aspirated pneumonia caused by muscular dystrophy.

A 1980 graduate of Allendale Columbia School and a 1984 graduate of Boston University, Kirk was a...

Helene Clark

Jun 10, 2023

Passed away at the age of 90.

Survived by her children Sabina Borchers (Arthur), Ted/Thaddeus Clark (Mary Beth), grandsons Douglas Borchers (Katie), Brandon Clark, Colin Clark, and great grandchildren Elizabeth, Madeline, Oliver Borchers and Max, Isabelle/Izzy Clark.

A private graveside service and interment will be held at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.