Obituaries

Christopher J. Acker

Christopher J. Acker

Jan 20, 2023



Christopher J. Acker, age 64, died January 20, 2023 in his home following a battle with pancreatic cancer.  

He was born March 3, 1958 in Brockport to Bernard and Marion (Franke) Acker and had lived in this area all of his life.  

Chris was an employee of Jacobstein Food Services and in earlier years had attended OLBVM Parish in...

Nella L. Porter

Nella L. Porter

Jan 14, 2023

Nella Lee (Dempsey) Porter, age 83, passed peacefully in her home under the care of Hospice on January 14, 2023.

She was the daughter of the late George and Eleanor Dempsey.  She was preceded in death by her husband Ronald Sr. and her son Ronald Jr. 

Nella is survived by her 2 daughters: Kim (Kurt) Zunner, Mary Jo (Greg)...

George M. Jago

George M. Jago

Jan 14, 2023



Middleport: George M. Jago, age 77, died January 14, 2023 in his home following a brief illness.  He was born June 14, 1945 in the Town of Royalton to Melvin and Dorothy (Fitch) Jago and was a life-long resident of the area.

George was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, a member of the New York State and National...

Genevieve H. Barber

Genevieve H. Barber

Jan 13, 2023

(Albion)  Genevieve H. Barber age 96 passed away January 13, 2023 at United Memorial Medical Center.  She was born February 13, 1926 in Hamlin, a daughter of the late Charles and Minnie (Martin) Hughes and had lived in this area all of her life. 

She was a member of the Eagle Harbor United Methodist Church, the Rebeka’s, the snowmobile club...

Henry L. Couch

Henry L. Couch

Jan 12, 2023

(Kent)  Henry L. Couch age 57 passed away January 12, 2023 at Strong Memorial Hospital following a short battle with cancer.  He was born December 30, 1965 in Medina, a son of the late Donald and Nancy (Adams) Couch and had lived in this area all of his life.

Henry worked as a mechanic at A&M Transmissions in Fancher.

In...

Kathy E. Putnam

Kathy E. Putnam

Jan 11, 2023

 

Holley: Kathy Putnam, age 71, passed away unexpectedly at her home on January 11, 2023. She was born May 1, 1951 in Ithaca, NY.

Kathy was predeceased by her parents, and son, Charles Gustke in 2016.

Kathy is survived by her son, David Putnam, grandchildren, Trevor, Ashley, Jessica, Olivia, sister, Karen Downing as well as nieces, nephews, and cousins.

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Janice M. Sheelar

Janice M. Sheelar

Jan 11, 2023

Janice M. Sheelar, age 90, died January 11, 2023.  She was born March 11, 1932 in Rochester to Fred and Lorma (Grabb) Chesbro and had lived in this area over 60 years.

 

She was a member of the Medina United Methodist Church where she served as organist for over 20 years.  Janice taught in the Royalton Hartland Central School district...

Colin Campbell

Colin Campbell

Jan 8, 2023

 

Gasport: Colin Campbell, age 76, passed away peacefully at his home on January 8, 2023. He was born February 26, 1946 in Belfast, Ireland to the late Thomas and Josephine Campbell.

Colin was a merchant marine in England from 1966-1969 before he moved to the U.S. He worked for General Motors as a Tool & Die Maker until his...

Arnold A. D'Amico

Arnold A. D'Amico

Jan 7, 2023

D’AMICO- Arnold Arthur Of Leesburg, VA, January 7, 2023. Beloved Husband of 58 years to Elenna Monacelli D’Amico; dear father of Arnold (Ana Maria) and Michael (Eileen); loving PopPop of Nicholas, Jonathan and Angelena D’Amico. Devoted Brother-in-Law of Elizabeth Passarell, Philbert Monacelli and the late Richard Monacelli and Larry Passarell. Cherished Uncle, Cousin and good friend to many. Arnold passed...

Suzann Faye Galbreath

Suzann Faye Galbreath

Jan 7, 2023

 

(Albion)  Suzann Faye Galbreath passed into her Father’s arms, Saturday January 7, 2023.  She was born July 9, 1957, a daughter of Rita and the late Robert Galbreath.  Suzann touched the hearts of all that knew her and will be remembered fondly by all.

Suzann was predeceased by her father Robert Galbreath who was her favorite person and is...

Darwin L Sills

Darwin L Sills

Jan 5, 2023

 

Knowlesville-  Darwin L. Sills, aged 77, died January 5th, 2023 concluding a long and tough battle. He was born to C. LaVerne and Madeline M. (Emery) Sills on March 30th, 1945 in Albion, New York. He lived in the Knowlesville area his whole life.

He graduated from Medina High School in 1964, then worked for Rochester Products Division for...

M. Joyce Winkelmann

M. Joyce Winkelmann

Jan 5, 2023

 

(Albion)  M. Joyce Winkelmann age 79 passed away January 5, 2023 at Strong Memorial Hospital.  She was born February 7, 1943 in Albion and had lived in this area all of her life. 

Joyce’s life revolved around Holy Family Parish where she was a very active member.  She took great pleasure in every opportunity to lector during weekly mass....

Robert L. Lawrence

Robert L. Lawrence

Jan 4, 2023

Robert "Bobby" LaVerne Lawrence went home to be with his Lord on Jan. 4 2023 at the age of 59. He was born May 31, 1963 to the late LaVerne and Mary (Edwards) Lawrence in Albion, NY and lived in the area most of his life.    Bobby had a lifelong appreciation for cars, working as a detailer and running...

Rose Marie Plummer

Rose Marie Plummer

Jan 4, 2023

 

Albion: Rose Marie Plummer, age 87, died January 4, 2023 at the Medina Memorial Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility. She was born August 11, 1935 in Boston Corners, NY to the late Jesse and Helen (Butler) Salisbury Sr.

Rose raised her six sons on the family dairy farm in Waterport and in her later years, took care of local elderly...

Theodore A. "Ted" Fiorito, Jr.

Theodore A. "Ted" Fiorito, Jr.

Dec 31, 2022

 

 



Theodore A. “Ted” Fiorito Jr., age 87, died December 31, 2022 in the Orchard Manor Rehab and Nursing Center following a long illness.  He was born August 11, 1935 in Albion to Theodore and Angeline (Passarell) Fiorito, Sr. and was a lifetime resident of this area.

Ted was a United States Marine Corp. Veteran and served during...

Arthur E. "Art" Peragine

Arthur E. "Art" Peragine

Dec 29, 2022

Kendall/ Hamlin

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Arthur “Art” E. Peragine on December 29, 2022 at the age of 66. He was born on May 7, 1956 in Huntington, NY.

He is predeceased by his parents, Ralph and Jean (Watson) Peragine; sister, Margaret Granato; and in-laws, Warren and Wilma Wilson.

Survived by his...

Lori K. Lischer

Lori K. Lischer

Dec 27, 2022

Lori K. Lischer, age 55, died December 27, 2022 in Strong Memorial Hospital.  She was born November 25, 1967 in Stoughton, MA to Louis and Donna (Greenwood) Sodani, Jr. and had lived in this area since 1991.

Lori worked as a Secretary for the Brockport Central School and as a Medical Secretary at Lakeside Memorial Hospital.  She enjoyed crafting and...

Geraldine T. Monacelli-Kientz

Geraldine T. Monacelli-Kientz

Dec 27, 2022

 

(Brockport)  Geraldine T. Monacelli-Kientz passed away on December 27, 2022.  She was born in Albion, a daughter of the late Joseph and Rose (Farino) LiCursi and had lived in this area most of her life.

 

Geraldine was a fabulous cook and was an avid collector of cookbooks.  She loved spending time with her family, grandchildren and her great-grandson...

James Norman Reed

James Norman Reed

Dec 26, 2022

 



(ALBION)

 

James N. Reed, age 77, died December 26, 2022 in United Memorial Medical Center following a short illness.  He was born September 20, 1945 in Lockport to Norman and Doris (Costello) Reed.  He graduated from Barker Central Schools in 1963 and was a lifetime resident of this area. 

 

Jim was a truck driver for...

Jeffery J. Weber

Jeffery J. Weber

Dec 23, 2022

 

Holley: Jeffrey J. Weber, age 66, passed away December 23, 2022. He was born October 31, 1956 in Rochester to Bill and Jean (Miller) Weber.

Jeff was a husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, friend, dedicated member of his church, volunteer and team leader in disaster relief with Samaritan’s Purse. He will be remembered for his tender heart, hard work...

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