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John Howard Laley

John Howard Laley

Jul 9, 2025

John Howard Laley

1949 – 2025

John Howard Laley, age 75, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2025, in Rochester, New York.

He is predeceased by his beloved parents, Elizabeth and Howard Laley, his mother-in-law Catherine Bacchetta, father-in-law Louis Bacchetta, and brother-in-law Thomas Bacchetta.

John is survived by his devoted wife of 45 years, Cherlyn (née Bacchetta); their children Christopher Laley and Eric Laley...

Bruce Ferguson Sidmore

Bruce Ferguson Sidmore

Jul 8, 2025

Bruce Ferguson Sidmore passed away peacefully on July 8th. 

He is survived by his sister Diane Wood (Bill), brother John David of Rochester, and sister Maureen Sidmore of Bonita Springs, Florida. Bruce was loved and will be missed by his family including several nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends.

After graduating from Fairport High School, Bruce entered the Army where he...

Raymond Peters

Raymond Peters

Jul 7, 2025

Raymond "Papa" Roger Peters was born on June 18, 1940, in Chili, NY, where he was raised, and had lived in Spencerport, NY, for the past 45 years. He attended Edison Technology High School in Rochester, NY. He worked at Wegmans as a produce manager before owning his own Pepperidge Farm bread route.

Ray was an alumnus of the Rochester Crusaders...

Sharon M. Tuttle

Sharon M. Tuttle

Jul 7, 2025

Sharon M Tuttle, age 71 passed away Monday, July 7th, 2025.

She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Stephen Tuttle; her four children, Stephen (Stephanie) Tuttle, Tonya (Johnmark) Bevacqua, Brian (Emily) Tuttle, and Jacqueline (Douglass) Seeley. She was an amazing grandma to eight grandchildren, Mia, Penelope, Lucy, Maddox, Guinevere, Jack, Wilhelmina, Annie.

She is a graduate of Chenango Forks High...

Joan Mildred O'Neill

Joan Mildred O'Neill

Jul 6, 2025

Joan Mildred O’Neill passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, July 6. She was 96 years old. 

Joan is predeceased by Lawrence (Larry), her husband of 72 years, her parents John and Amelia Rourke, and her brother Warren (Wuz). Joan is survived by her sons Sean O’Neill (Leland, NC) and Darren O’Neill (Sodus Point, NY); her daughters-in-law Cindi O’Neill and...

Angela Hauser

Angela Hauser

Jul 6, 2025

Angela Hauser, 57, passed away peacefully at home on July 6, 2025 in Henrietta, NY.

Angela was born on May 22, 1968 in Hartford, Connecticut. She was a devoted mother, daughter, sister, aunt, colleague, and friend. Angela’s laughter, wit, compassion, and determination impressed all who knew and loved her. From an early age, she grew up with American Sign Language –...

Walter J. Rollow Jr.

Walter J. Rollow Jr.

Jul 6, 2025

Rochester, NY - Walter J. Rollow Jr. passed away on July 6, 2025, at the age of 56. He will be dearly missed by his loving wife, Anna M. Rollow, and his children: William Hart and his partner Holli, JaymeLyn Hart and her partner Nelson, and Mystee Rollow and her partner Angel.

Walter is also survived by his sister, Mechell LaMere...

Robert Edward Claeys Jr.

Robert Edward Claeys Jr.

Jul 6, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Robert Edward Claeys Jr., who departed this life on July 6, 2025.

Robert is survived by his beloved wife, Kathleen Claeys; his six children: Christopher M. Claeys (Jessica Claeys), Amber Bradley-Phillips (Clayton Bradley-Phillips), Carrie Queor (Brian Queor), Matthew Claeys (Stephanie Claeys), Jason Claeys (Tiffanie Claeys), and Cody...

John P. Rayburn

John P. Rayburn

Jul 6, 2025

WEBSTER, NY- July 6, 2025 at age 76.

John is predeceased by parents, Paul and Elizabeth Rayburn, sister, Bonnie Rayburn; Survived by the love of his life, wife, Linda ; son, Kurt (Bridget) Rayburn; daughter, Kimberly (Robert) Duncan; grandchildren, Katherine and Andrew Rayburn; sisters, Sally Berndt, Patricia (Gerry Belcher) Dekdebrun, Sharon (Brian) Wagenbaugh; many other family members and friends.

John earned his...

Carolyn Ann (Calkins) Morris

Carolyn Ann (Calkins) Morris

Jul 5, 2025

Carolyn Ann (Calkins) Morris

Age 81, Rochester, N.Y.

On July 5, 2025 (12:40 AM) Our Beloved Mother passed away at Eastside Nursing Rehabilitation Center, Warsaw NY. 

She was a woman of kindness, strength and endless love ❤️. 

Born on November 17, 1943 , to the late Ella Martha (Cassidy) and Ernest Everett Calkins in Belmont NY. She was the youngest of 7 children. Preceded...

Edward J. Giorgianni

Edward J. Giorgianni

Jul 4, 2025

Edward J. Giorgianni

7/4/2025

Edward J. Giorgianni passed away peacefully at the age of 81 after a long battle with pancreatic adenocarcinoma. He is predeceased by his parents, Anthony and Olga Giorgianni, and brother Paul Giorgianni. He is survived by the cherished love of his life, his wife of 47 years, performing pianist, teacher, and author Jane Sharp Giorgianni. He is also...

Rosamond J. Vancheri

Rosamond J. Vancheri

Jul 3, 2025

Rosamond J. Vancheri                           d. July 3, 2025                      

Penfield - Passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025 on the Eve of her 75th wedding anniversary. Rosamond was pre­deceased by her loving husband, Leonard S. Vancheri, older siblings, several very...

Florence Audrey Willis

Florence Audrey Willis

Jul 2, 2025

Florence A. Willis 

July 27, 1944-July 2, 2025

Our Mom passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025. She is with God and her Angels, smiling from above. She has touched our lives with moments we will always have in our hearts. She loved the water, nature, birds, and most of all her furry companions .Florence is predeceased by her husband Skip, her...

Kathleen M. Saxby

Kathleen M. Saxby

Jul 1, 2025

Kathleen M. Saxby, cherished sister, amazing aunt and devoted friend, passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, after a nearly seven-year battle against breast cancer. She was 66.

Kathleen is predeceased by her loving parents, John M. and Jeanette L. Saxby. She is survived by her treasured family and countless friends, including siblings Laura Saxby Lynch (John Lynch), Ellen Saxby, John...

Herbert (Bud) Andrews

Herbert (Bud) Andrews

Jul 1, 2025

Rochester, NY - Herbert (Bud) Andrews passed away peacefully on 1 July 2025, one month shy of his 95th birthday. He is predeceased by his wife, Barbara Louise Andrews and is survived by his daughter Sandy (Dan) Schultz, son Scott (Pam) and grandchildren Clay (Cielo), Will, Sam, Jack and Leah. Employed by Eastman Kodak in Rochester, NY as a Senior...

Thomas Edward Kauffman

Thomas Edward Kauffman

Jun 30, 2025

Thomas Edward Kauffman

June 13, 1947 – June 30, 2025

Thomas Edward Kauffman, born on June 13, 1947, passed away peacefully at home on June 30, 2025, at the age of 78, surrounded by family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas R. and Ruth Kauffman. Tom is survived by his devoted spouse, Jeff Fowler; his two sons,...

Helene A. Herpich

Helene A. Herpich

Jun 28, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Helene A. Herpich, who left this world on June 28, 2025, in her hometown of Rochester, where she was born on May 17, 1948. Helene, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, enriched the lives of everyone who had the joy of knowing her.



Helene was the cherished daughter of...

Carol Ann Hertle

Carol Ann Hertle

Jun 24, 2025

The lord gained another angel early Tuesday June 24, 2025. 

Carol Ann Hertle passed peacefully proceeded by her Husband Douglas Heitsman, God Son Brian Marx, Stepchildren Matthew (Mary), Neal (Michael), Christine (Chad) and Grandson Ryker. 

Carol was one of the friendliest and kindhearted souls you could come across. Always willing to lend a helping hand wherever she could. She retired from the...

Patricia Marie Forbes

Patricia Marie Forbes

Jun 24, 2025

ROCHESTER N.Y. June 24, 2025, at age 77

Patricia is predeceased by her parents William and Marjorie Forbes, brothers Robert Sr. and William Sr. Forbes. She is survived by her loving family, nephew William (Brenda) Forbes; daughters Sabrina (Jaxon) and Isabella (Melody); nephew Brian (Esther) Forbes; niece Shannon (Donald) Blaze; daughter and sons Kelly (Joyce), Donny and Donavon; nephew Robert (Yari)...

Judith Ann Bedell

Judith Ann Bedell

Jun 23, 2025

Judith Ann Bedell, 83, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025 in the care of Crestwood Manor, Fairport, NY. Judy was born in Philadelphia, PA on April 15, 1942, She was the 2nd oldest of 6 children. She graduated from Lakewood Hight School in Lakewood, NJ. She was involved in her church and used to travel statewide to sing and...