Obituaries
Janice Schifano
August 7, 2023
Rochester: Janice M. Schifano, age 72, passed away unexpectedly on August 7, 2023. She was born December 10, 1950 in Rochester to the late Michael and Pasqualina (DeBole) Schifano.
Janice enjoyed spending time with her son Christopher Schifano and cooking for him. He was her pride and joy.
Janice is survived by her loving son Christopher, aunt Sue...
Curtis A. Kujaneck
August 7, 2023
(Albion/GA) Curtis A. Kujaneck age 89 passed away August 7, 2023 at Rochester General Hospital. He was born May 24, 1934 in Springville, NY, a son of the late William and Elsie (Bradford) Kujaneck and had lived in this area for over 5o years and moved to Winterville, GA 2 years ago.
Curtis retired from Graham Manufacturing in Batavia...
James G. Wilson
August 7, 2023
(Middleport) James G. Wilson age 90, passed away peacefully at his home August 7, 2023, with his loving wife by his side. He was born December 20, 1932 in Winnipeg Manitoba Canada a son of the late James C. and Dorothy (Jones) Wilson.
James served in the US Army during Korea and Vietnam, retiring in 1982 after 22 years of...
James "Papa" Mapes
August 6, 2023
Waterport: James “Papa” Mapes, age 75, passed away unexpectedly on August 6, 2023. He was born May 25, 1948 in Medina to the late Wallace and Ruby (Martin) Mapes.
“Let me tell you a story.” Papa enjoyed woodworking, spending time outdoors, listening to country music, maintaining his property and spending time with his dog Rocky. He worked for some...
Donald L. Silco
August 4, 2023
Waterport/Holley/Bergen: Donald L. "Don" Silco, age 88, passed away peacefully August 4, 2023. He was born March 2, 1935 in Webster to the late Herbert and Margarite (French) Silco.
Don worked as a Produce Manager at various local grocery stores before he retired from Tops in Medina. He loved to golf, fish, camp and listen to country music in his...
Margaret "Peggy" Jean (Ruhlman) Tucker VanNostrand
August 3, 2023
(Albion)
Margaret “Peggy” (Ruhlman) Tucker VanNostrand, age 94, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2023 at her home.
She was born March 5, 1929 in Albion to the late Edward and Vera (Schmitt) Ruhlman. Peggy was a member of the American Legion Post #35 Ladies Auxiliary, the St. Mary’s Athletic Club, Junior Wilson’s Sportsman Club, and a member and...
Gaylord R. LaClair
August 3, 2023
(MURRAY)
Gaylord R. LaClair, age 63, died August 3, 2023 in Unity Hospital following a long illness.
He was born October 14, 1959 in Rochester to Gaylord C. and Julia Ulrich and was a life-long resident of this area and was the #1 Dallas Cowboys Fan. Gaylord was an Autobody Technician and Mechanic and worked for Paul Marshall...
Gregory A. Groat
August 1, 2023
(Kent NY) Gregory A. Groat age 68 passed away August 1, 2023 at Rochester General Hospital. He was born June 9, 1955 in Rochester, a son of the late Paul and Agnes (Schneider) Groat and had lived in this area all of his life.
He was a member of the St. Mary’s Athletic Club in Albion and the Operating...
Jennifer Lynn Davila
July 31, 2023
Albion: Jennifer Lynn “Jenny” Davila, age 33, passed away unexpectedly on July 31, 2023. She was born December 8, 1989 in Brockport, NY.
Jenny loved to party and have a good time. She was always a social butterfly and willing to entertain. Her greatest love was spending time with her children and family who will all miss her dearly.
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Josephine Paduano
July 31, 2023
Fancher: Josephine Paduano, lifelong Fancher resident, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2023 at the age of 104. She was born April 23, 1919 to the late Vincenzo and Catherine (Carlone) Vendetta.
Josephine was a member of St. Mary’s and St. Rocco’s Churches where she served as a reader, Eucharistic Minister and was active in the Rosary Society. St....
Charles F. Warney
July 30, 2023
Holley: Charles F. “Charlie” Warney, age 64, passed away after a long illness on July 30, 2023. He was born August 28, 1958 in Rochester, NY to the late Eugene and Lillian (Dodson) Warney.
Charlie was a mechanic by trade as was able to fix anything and everything and enjoyed working on his 1964 Chevy Bel Air. He...
Charlotte K. Vincent
July 27, 2023
(ALBION) Charlotte K. Vincent, age 76, died July 27, 2023 in Orchard Rehab and Nursing Center following a long illness.
She was born June 14, 1947 in Lancaster, OH to Willard and Gladys (Julian) Cox and had lived in this area since 2012. Charlotte was a self-employed Medical Transcriptionist and enjoyed camping, fishing, and making beaded jewelry. Mrs. Vincent...
Henry L. Flemming
July 25, 2023
Holley: Henry L. “Hank” Flemming, passed away July 25, 2023 under the care of Hospice of Orleans. Hank was born April 22, 1960 in Medina, NY.
Hank was a 1978 graduate of Albion High School. He loved spending time at the cabin he and his friends built in Oswego County and riding 4-wheelers. He loved going fishing, hunting and...
Linda S. Crown
July 24, 2023
(Albion) Linda S. Crown age 57 passed away July 24, 2023 at United Memorial Medical Center. She was born March 9, 1966 in White Plains, NY and had lived in this area for over 20 years.
Linda managed the Family Dollar Store in Albion for several years and then went to work at Baxter Healthcare in Medina where she...
Theodore D. Socha
July 19, 2023
Theodore D. Socha, a longtime Royalton resident, passed away on July 19 at the age of 97. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 68 years Harriet K. (Muck) Socha. For many years Ted and Harriet operated a family-run apple orchard, sharing their harvest with customers from throughout western New York, and living his credo of “staying close...
Marion Hermann
July 19, 2023
(Lockport) Marion “Babs” Hermann age 75 passed away July 19, 2023 at Absolut Care of Gasport with her loving husband by her side. She was born July 29, 1947 in the United Kingdom, a daughter of the late Leslie and Joan (Pullinger) Emery.
Babs enjoyed knitting, puzzles, being a fitness instructor for adults at Star Point School. Her and...
Madison Jace Diamond
July 18, 2023
Madison Jace Diamond (Jennifer Sue Burcham), 38, of Parker, Colorado, passed away on July 18th, 2023.
Madison was born on April 25th, 1985 to Art and Lynda Burcham in Rawlins, WY. She is survived by her wife, love of her life and best friend, Jamie Lynn Diamond, her two children, Skylar Rae Burcham (15) and Henry Elliott Diamond (6), her...
Edward James Davis
July 15, 2023
(WATERPORT)
Edward J. Davis, born June 22, 1954, passed away Saturday July 15, 2023 at home after a long illness and a short stay at Cleveland Clinic Hospital. He was a lung transplant recipient and lived 6 ½ years with that gift and the family is so grateful for his donor.
Edward worked as a Millwright for many...
Francis E. D'Andrea
July 12, 2023
Holley: Francis E. D’Andrea, age 89, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2023. He was born May 25, 1934 in Holley to the late Mario and Marie (Zappone) D’Andrea.
Francis served in the U.S. Army from 1956-1958. He was an active member of St. Mary’s Church in Holley where he volunteered much of his time tending to the...
Gerald L. Traino
July 11, 2023
(Holley) Gerald L. “Butch” Traino, age 78, died July 11, 2023 in Elderwood of Lakeside following a long illness.
He was born April 12, 2023 in Rochester to Louis and Margery (McKenzie) Traino and was a life-long resident of this area. Butch was a United States Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a very social person who...
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