Obituaries

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.

Winton Emery Brown

May 17, 2023

Pittsford: Passed away peacefully with family at his side on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at age 78. Winton was born on March 13, 1945, at Edgewood Arsenal, MD to Eliza Crannell Brown and Winton Brown. Winton is survived by his children Catherine Sarigiannis (Demetrius), Winton, Elizabeth (Brian Tulley), and grandchildren Eliza and Kosmo Sarigiannis. He is also survived by...

Sandra Lee Merluzzi

Apr 7, 2023

On Friday, April 7th Sandra Lee Merluzzi passed away. She is survived by her husband, Paul Merluzzi; son, Robert Merluzzi; along with sisters, Carrie Yaus, Elizabeth Schell, Tammy Ricci; and brother, Christopher Schell.

She graduated from Bishop Grimes high school and from Onondaga Community College. She served as a nurse for most of her life....

Michael John Thompson

Oct 26, 2022

On Wednesday, October 26, 2022, Michael J. Thompson, a beloved husband and father passed away at the age of 59, surrounded by his family. He was born to Ann Thompson and John (Mary) Thompson and raised in Rochester, NY. Michael was a proud veteran, joining the Army Reserves while attending SUNY Geneseo. It was there that he met his...

Easton Honor Ognen

Oct 15, 2022

Easton Honor Ognen, aged 8 weeks, passed away in his Mama's arms at Strong Hospital in Rochester, NY on October 15, 2022 after struggling with a congenital heart defect and NEC. He passed peacefully into the arms of God and rests in Heaven now.

Easton was the son of Elisabeth Ognen and Raini Giglio. He...

Frederick Charles Stupia, Sr.

Oct 3, 2022

Predeceased by his loving parents, Anthony and Mary Stupia; brothers, Frank and Anthony Stupia. Survived by his siblings, Michael (Debra) Stupia, Frances (Anthony) Oddo; children, Frederick Stupia, Jr., Anthony (Iris) Stupia, Tina Stupia, Peter (Kathleen) Stupia, Sr., Cindy (Russell) Reed, Christopher (Karen) Wood; grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

"Freddy" was a lifelong and accomplished...

Louis Russell Battaglia

Sep 3, 2022

Rochester: Passed suddenly on September 3, 2022. Predeceased by father Russell and mother Jean (née Wick). Survived by brothers James and Thomas (Kathryn); loving wife of 33 years Linda (née Figgins); daughters Madeline, Anna (Patrick), Natalie (Brett), and Rosalind; and grandson Maverick.

Born August 7, 1943 in Dallas, Texas, Lou earned a BS in Biology/Chemistry...

James Howard Green

Aug 20, 2022

Passed away suddenly on August 20, 2022. Survived by his loving wife, Tina; two children, James H. Green, Jr. and Lisa M. Green; siblings, Michael L. Green, Kathy L. Scharett and Nancy J. Martindale; several nieces and nephews; and lifelong family friend, Timothy Rupert. Friends may call Thursday, August 25, 4:30-6:30 PM, at Crawford Funeral Home (495 N. Winton...

Susan Diane "Sue" Case

Jul 21, 2022

Rochester: July 21, 2022 at age 69. Sue was an extremely caring and giving person, who would drop everything to help family or a friend in need. Sue was born in Oswego and spent most of her childhood in Henrietta. She graduated with her associates degree in Health Information Technology from Monroe Community College and worked at the University...

Bruce Rodney Kost

Jul 8, 2022

Bruce was a man who loved life and cherished his family. Predeceased by his mother, Sadye; father, William; infant son, Richard; and 2 loving dogs. Survived by his loving wife of 33 years, LouAnn; brother, Melvyn (Ann); brother-in-law, Buz Sawyer (Laura); sons, Jeffrey (Michael Comparone) and Mark (Lenore); daughter, Lara Hwang (Rich); stepsons, Whit Washing and Jason Washing; 6...

Kathleen Mary Ramsdell (Cragg)

Jun 23, 2022

At age 51. Kathy grew up in Victor, NY, graduating from Victor High School. She had her own cleaning business named Kat's Cleaning. Kathy was a well-known breeder of Pomeranians. She took great pride in supplying her many customers across state lines with quality pedigree dogs for many years. Her greatest joy in life was her son, Jason, whom...