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Susan "Sweet Sue" Steffenhagen

Susan "Sweet Sue" Steffenhagen

Feb 14, 2025

Passed away on February 14, 2025 at the age of 75. 

Predeceased by her parents, James & Jeanette Blackley; sister, Lexie Allbee; grandparents, James & Ruth Blackley.

She is survived by her children, Jeanene Nudo & Gary (Danielle) Steffenhagen Jr.; grandchildren, Alex & Olivia; sister, Barbara (Chuck) Lehning; brother, John Guidetti; niece & nephew, Mark Allbee & Jean Allbee; long time friend,...

Thomas Michael Masten

Thomas Michael Masten

Feb 14, 2025

Passed away on February 14, 2025 at the age of 74. Thom was born on October 27, 1950 In Rochester, N.Y. to Thomas and Grace (Valone) Masten, who both predeceased him. He is also predeceased by his brother John Masten.

He is survived by his daughter, Natalia (Aaron) Papowitz; former spouse, Patricia Aleo (Malley); brother, David (Laurie) Masten; nephews, David and...

Michele Lawrence

Michele Lawrence

Feb 12, 2025

Passed away on February 12, 2025 at the age of 69. 

Predeceased by her, father, David Lawrence; mother, Jeanne DeCroce; daughter, Skye Dailor; sister, Lisa DeCroce.

She is survived by her son, Brann (Calina) Dailor; siblings, Beth (Mark) Rothdeiner, Kirsten (Jimmy) Lawrence, Mark (Sue) Lawrence & Lu (Michael) Feldman; uncle, Brian (Donna) Lawrence; cousin, Renee Difiore; step-mother, Jackie Lawrence; many nieces, nephews...

Gwendoline "Gwen" E. Lidstone

Gwendoline "Gwen" E. Lidstone

Feb 12, 2025

Passed away on February 12, 2025 at the age of 95. 

Predeceased by her husband, Herb & son, Michael; siblings, John Mason & Brenda Earle.

She is survived by her daughter, Rebecca DiGaudio; grandchildren, Ian DiGaudio, Mason DiGaudio, Samantha Cyrana, & Jared Davis; brother, David (Brenda) Mason; sister-in-law, Lucille (Ray) Link; several nieces & nephews. 

Gwen trained as a Nurse in England and...

Charlotte Buckhout Lorentson

Charlotte Buckhout Lorentson

Feb 12, 2025

Wednesday February 12, 2025

Predeceased by first husband, Egbert "Bucky" Buckhout, second spouse, Larry Lorentson. Daughters, Barbara Bigelow and Kathy Cherkauer. Step-son, Allen Lorentson.

Survived by her sons, Robert (Debbie) Buckhout, David Buckhout. Son in law, Doug Cherkauer. Step-sons, Arnold (Nancy) Lorentson, Carl Eric (Elizabeth Meyer) Lorentson. Step-daughter, Charlotte (Jim Henion) Lorentson. Grandchildren, Keith (Laura) Cherkauer, Scott (Erin) Cherkauer, David (Caroline) Cota-...

Wayne "Sonny" Swanger

Wayne "Sonny" Swanger

Feb 10, 2025

Wayne "Sonny" Swanger, a beloved jokester and passionate rebel, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on December 21, 1941, Sonny lived a life that was a testament to the joy of living and the importance of family, friendships, and community.

He was proud to have contributed his talents during his career at Eastman Kodak...

Neida Vazquez

Neida Vazquez

Feb 9, 2025

Sunday February 9, 2025

Predeceased by her Father, Eduardo Vazquez. Aunt, Carmen Vazquez. 

Survived by her mother, Margarita Martinez. Her husband, Tomas Ramos. Children, Ricardo Vazquez, Giselle Vazquez, Ivelyz Ciprian. Grandson, Isaiah Moore. Siblings, Loida, Eduardo, Eddie, Aneudi, Linette, Jesse, Joseph Vazquez. Many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

To have known Neida you would have known kindness. You would have known love. You...

Patricia A. Wood

Patricia A. Wood

Feb 9, 2025

Passed away on February 9, 2025 at the age of 79. 

Predeceased by her son, William "Brian" Wood; parents, Owen & Martha Mooney. 

She is survived by her daughters, Tracy Wood & Julie (Joe) Bovenzi; grandchildren, Chris & Brian Wood, RJ & Lily Bovenzi; brothers, Owen (Teresa) Mooney & Mike (Lori) Mooney; many nieces, nephews, & cousins. 

We would like to thank everyone...

Michele Davis

Michele Davis

Feb 9, 2025

Suddenly Sunday February 9, 2025

Michele Davis, age 66 of Churchville, NY, passed away February 9th at her home. 

Michele was originally from New Jersey and in 2006 met her husband Jay, who quickly became the love of her life. Michele was a member of NorthPoint Free Will Baptist in Depew, where she has attended and participated in the Deaf Ministry since...

James N. Glathar

James N. Glathar

Feb 8, 2025

Passed away on February 8, 2025 at the age of 70. 

Predeceased by his parents, Raymond & Betty Glathar; & brothers, Dan Glathar & Raymond "Corky" Glathar.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Sharon Glathar; children, Sean Glathar, Alexander (Renae) Glathar; best four-legged friend, Jeter; sister, Mary Jo (Graham) Stables; many nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Jim's larger than life charm,...

Philip Harold Dow

Philip Harold Dow

2025

Dow, Philip Harold, 79, February 7, 2025. 

U.S. Navy veteran and a graduate of SUNY Brockport, Phil grew up in Moira, NY the son of Michael and Gladys Dow. He was a longtime resident of Spencerport, NY, and more recently lived in Greece, NY.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Evelyn (Boulais); a daughter, Sharron, and a son, Stephen...

Wayne N. Lamicela

Wayne N. Lamicela

Feb 7, 2025

Wayne Lamicela, 68, of Fairport, NY, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025. A Brooklyn native who made Rochester his home, Wayne graduated from Rochester Institute of Technology with a degree in Chemical Engineering and went on to build a career at Eastman Kodak Company. However, it was his kindness, generosity, and gentle spirit that truly defined him.

Those who knew...

Donald L. Hansen

Donald L. Hansen

Feb 7, 2025

Passed away on February 7, 2025 at the age of 82.

Predeceased by his beloved wife of 60 years, Nancy Hansen; parents, Henry & Thelma Hansen.

He is survived by his daughter, Barbara (Jeffrey) Rauber; son, Robert (Yvette) Hansen; grandchildren, Jenna (Zach) Mulvihill, Jason Rauber, Payton Hansen & Adrian Hansen; great-grandson, Maverick Mulvihill; siblings, Dale (Nancy) Hansen; many nieces, nephews and cousins. 

A...

Richard "Dick" Szeles

Richard "Dick" Szeles

Feb 7, 2025

Predeceased by his wife, Suzanne Szeles. Sons, Todd (Kim Pecar­ic) & Scott (Shannon); grandchildren, Tyler, Olivia, Landon & Coo­per. Sister, Carole (Gary) Federation. Sister-in-law Irene Faubert. Several nieces, nephews, many dear friends. 

Dick loved fishing, playing euchre, and was an avid New York Giants fan. He enjoyed being around his family and friends. Dick and Sue were married for over 50...

Madeline Thompson Cirafisi

Madeline Thompson Cirafisi

Feb 6, 2025

Madeline Mae Thompson Cirafisi, 92

Born August 22nd, 1932- passed away peacefully February 07, 2025. Born in Seattle, WA to Gladys Adair she relocated to Rochester, NY in 1959 with husband Joe Cirafisi. It was in Rochester where she worked as a hair stylist for Continental Hair participating in all new hair fashion shows. Once retired she developed a line of...

Patricia M. Higgins

Patricia M. Higgins

Feb 5, 2025

Patricia M. Higgins passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025, after a brief illness at age 65.

Born in Penn Yan NY, Pattie was the daughter of Donald and Beverly J. Multer. A graduate of Penn Yan Academy, she went on to earn a degree in Business from Keuka College before embarking on a successful career in purchasing. She retired in...

Debra Susan Brooken

Debra Susan Brooken

Feb 4, 2025

Debra Susan Brooken was born on May 3, 1953 in Sanford, FL, the 5th child of Clyde, Sr. and Margaret Brooken. The family settled in Rochester, NY, where she attended elementary school and then Franklin High School. Debra and her high school sweetheart, John, eventually married and had three children.

Debra was predeceased by her parents and siblings Jacqueline (Gerald) Brooken-Lawson,...

Hollie Ann Sinopoli

Hollie Ann Sinopoli

Feb 4, 2025

Passed away February 4, 2025 at age 47 after a courageous battle with cancer, holding her husband's hand on one side and her best friend Angie's on the other. 

 Welcomed to peace by her Aunt Lori (1981), Grandma Jeannette Coppeta (2009), Beloved Uncle Kurt Pleten (2014), and Grandpa Angelo Coppeta (2015). 

Hollie is survived by her husband and soulmate Luke C. Sinopoli;...

Ronald H. Richardson

Ronald H. Richardson

Feb 4, 2025

Visitations will be held 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 6 Empire Boulevard, and also 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Thursday, February 13, 2025 where his Celebration of Life will follow at 5:00 pm 

Joanne I. Jordain

Joanne I. Jordain

Feb 4, 2025

On February 4th 2025, Joanne Jordain died peacefully in her sleep at home. She was a life long Brockport resident and retired from Brockport State. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was a member of the Catholic Church.She is survived by her three children; sons; James (Angela) Jordain, Timothy (Coleen) Jordain, daughter; Robin (Anibal) Jordain, nine...

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