Sylvia A. Schenck

Rochester, NY: Born 3/7/1947 in Darien, NY. Passed away on 3/13/2025.

Predeceased by her parents, Helen (Dahlgren) Schenck and Willard Schenck, and brother, David Schenck.

Survived by younger brother Dennis (Linda) Schenck, nieces Anne Marie (Jeffrey) Dewar, Rachele (Les Santiago) Martin, Denise (Mike Farrell) Martin, Andrea Martin, God daughter, Vanessa Martin, grand nieces, grand nephews, great grand- nieces and wonderful friends who shared her life.

She was a Registered Nurse who graduated from The Genesee Hospital School of Nursing and received her RA degree from Nazareth College and MS degree from St. John Fisher College. She devoted her life to the care of others at The Genesee Hospital, Rochester General Hospital and Rochester Regional Health. All things in nature were important to her.

No prior calling hours. Graveside interment will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the National Susan B. Anthony Museum and House at 17 Madison Street, Rochester, NY 14608; or the Rochester Medical Museum & Archives at 1441 East Ave. Rochester, NY 14610; or Wild Wings, 27 Pond Road, Honeoye Falls, NY 14472

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