Eleanor A. Van De Weert – February 25, 2019

Geneseo:  Eleanor passed peacefully on February 25, 2019, surrounded by her family, at age 86.  Predeceased by her parents John and Sadie De Vries and her brother Melvin De Vries.  Survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Garry Van De Weert and children; Elaine (Jack) Malda of Cato, Garry (Joan) Van De Weert of Goshen, Cheryl (Peter) Schwarz of Newburgh, Sandra (Edward) Dykshoorn of Odessa, Roy (Henrietta) Van De Weert of Goshen, Darlene (Douglas) De Vries of MI, James (Rosemary) Van De Weert and David Van De Weert all of Geneseo; 25 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren; siblings, Henry De Vries, Theresa Van Der Ploeg, and Anna Mae (Martin) Van De Weert.  Also survived many nieces and nephews, her church family at the East Palmyra Christian Reformed Church, and many friends.

Family and friends may call on Friday, March 1, 2019, from 2-4pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY.  On Saturday, March 2, 2019 family and friends may call from 10-11am at the East Palmyra Christian Reformed Church, 2057 Port Gibson Road, Palmyra, NY where Eleanor’s Funeral Service will be held at 11am, following the calling hours.  Burial will follow at East Palmyra Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made in Eleanor’s Memory to the East Palmyra Christian School, 2023 Port Gibson Road, Palmyra, NY 14522 or the Lima Christian School, 1574 Rochester Street, Lima, NY 14485.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

John Michael Monroe ~ February 22, 2019

Livonia:  John Michael passed unexpectedly on February 22, 2019 at age 27.  He is predeceased by his grandfather; Richard Monroe.  Survived by his daughter; Amara Ann Monroe, his parents; John and Sharon Monroe, his brother; Steven Abbey II, his sister; Kaitlyn Monroe, his grandparents; Norma Monroe, Gary and Gail Ruliffson, and great grandfather; Allen Ruliffson, along with several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Friends and family are invited to visit and share memories at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia on Wednesday, February 27, 2019 from 4-7PM.  John Michael’s funeral service in Livonia, NY and his interment in Ulysses, PA., will be held privately.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:   www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

 

Ariadne Barbara Alter Lydon – February 23, 2019

Honeoye Falls/Rochester:  September 5, 1928 – February 23, 2019.  Ariadne Barbara Alter Lydon (“Nan”) passed peacefully on February 23rd, surrounded by loved ones in her apartment at the Jewish Home of Rochester. Nan is survived by all of her children, Barry Lerner, Marcy Lerner, Kenny Lerner, Christine Lydon, and Jeff Lydon; by her grandchildren, Andrew Samel, Nate Lerner, Jennifer Samel, Jamie Lerner, Evan Lydon, Morgan Lydon, and Finn Lydon; by her son-in-law, Jon Samel, and her daughters-in-law, Ann Lerner, Miriam Lerner, and Sarah Lydon; and by many friends, including those she made at the Jewish Home who took such good care of her in her final years.

Memorial services have yet to be arranged, and information will be posted at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in memory of Nan to the Humane Society of Greater Rochester, Lollypop Farm.

Nan was a mother to the core, not only to her children, but to the happiest dogs and cats that ever lived. Small things made her happy, and she laughed so easily and so well. We will miss her deeply. Nan’s favorite verse, from Walt Whitman’s Leaves of Grass, is a fitting farewell: “The untold want by life and land ne’er granted, / Now voyager, sail thou forth to seek and find.”

To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

MaryRose A. Carreo “Millie” – February 13, 2019

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Geneseo/Holley: Millie passed peacefully at her home on February 13, 2019 at age 102. Predeceased by her husband Richard A. “ Blondy” Carreo and her grandson Brannon R. Smith. Survived by her daughters; Kathleen (Robert) Smith of Pittsford and Norene (Philip) Lagana of Geneseo; grandchildren, Marissa (Todd) Schofield, Brie (John) Browne, Elyse (Al) Jones, Kirsten Lagana, Kelsey Lagana, and Celine Lagana; great- grandchildren, Kyle, Grace, and Sophia Schofield, Caden, Shay, and Broden Browne & Emerson Jones. Also survived by her sister-in-law Audrey Robitaille and many nieces & nephews.

Millie was a longtime, active member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and both the American Legion and Fire Department Woman Auxiliaries, all in Holley, NY.  Over the years Millie had always enjoyed making crafts and tending to her many flowers and plants. She took up golf at 75, was still on a bowling league at 88, and received her first pool stick at 90. She was a longtime fan of the Buffalo Bills and was invited to be a guest at their training camp for her 100th birthday. When the players would ask her the key to a long life her answer was always,“be happy”. Her love for her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, family and friends was overflowing and unconditional.

Millie’s Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, February 18th, 10:00am at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 4 Avon Road, Geneseo, NY 14454. Burial will be held in the summer at Holy Cross Cemetery, Holley, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to Livingston County Hospice, 2 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris, NY 14510. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Keith G. Roberts ~ February 12, 2019

Honeoye:  Keith Roberts, age 80, passed away on February 12, 2019 after a long illness.  He was born in Montour Falls, NY to the late Claude and Grace Roberts.  Keith is survived by his wife, Penny, his sister; Ellen Goltry, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers; Milo and Stanley.

Keith was a master craftsman, teacher, and artist.  He used his creativity and skills as a woodworker for everything from tables, chairs, and cabinets to the building and remodeling of homes.  A graduate of SUNY Oswego and the RIT School of American Craftsmen, Keith’s unique “hanging chairs” received multiple honors.  Following his MFA degree at RIT, Keith studied design and cabinet making with a master craftsman in Sweden.  All of the knowledge, energy and talent made Keith a one-of-a-kind teacher at Honeoye Central School.  The student furniture projects that he inspired and mentored are still enjoyed by families throughout the community.  Keith had a tremendous sense of design to compliment his skillfully crafted pieces.  Regardless of the tasks, from fine woodworking, to remodeling of homes, to teaching young people, Keith applied all of his multiple talents.  His bright spirit and generous manner made being with Keith fun and rewarding.  He will be missed.

A service to celebrate Keith’s life will be announced in the spring.  Memorial Contributions may be made to:  the Honeoye Public Library, 8708 Main Street, Honeoye, NY  14471.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Courtney A. Moore – February 11, 2019

Lima/Rochester:  Courtney passed unexpectedly on February 11, 2019 at age 29.  Predeceased by her grandparents Virginia and Norman Moore.  Survived by her son Augustus Lamay, life partner and best friend Derek Lamay, parents Betty & Tom Harrington,  siblings Casey Moore and Cassidy Moore, grandparents Jim and Wrexie Ames.  Also survived by John Moore, many aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear friends.

Family and friends may call on Saturday, February 16th, from 4-6pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY where her funeral service will be held at 6pm, following calling hours.  Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Golisano Children’s Hospital, 300 East River Road, PO Box 278996, Rochester, NY 14627 .  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Patricia A. Race – February 11, 2019

 

Livonia:  Peacefully on February 11, 2019 at age 78.  Predeceased by her husband William C. Race and son Ronald J. Race.  Survived by daughter Aletha (William) Cavalcante Bezerra; grandchildren, Kyler and Taila Cavalcante Bezerra, Veronica Race, and Ariane Perry; and 3 great-grandchildren.  Also survived by her brother John (Elaine) Fiorino, cousins, and friends.

Pat was predeceased by her loving parents Anthony “Tony” and Concetta “Connie” Giarizzo.  In 1969 she married William “Bill” Race and they moved to Livonia, NY in 1971 where they built their house on North Street.  Pat was active in the Livonia Community for many years.  As Bill was in the Livonia Rotary Club, Pat helped run the Rotary Loan Closet, and made many friends in the area.  She also operated her own business in Livonia called Technical Services that provided employment contracting.  Pat was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.

Friends may call on Friday, February 15th, from 5-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY where her funeral service will be held at 7pm, following calling hours.  Private inurnment will be held at White Haven Memorial Park, Pittsford, NY.  Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the Livonia Food Pantry, PO Box 223, Livonia, NY 14487.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Agatha P. Zittel “Aggie” ~ February 8, 2019

Conesus: Aggie passed peacefully on February 8, 2019, at age 73, with her family by her side. Predeceased by her parents Russell and Madeline (Bruno) Peters. Survived by her children; Lara (Tim) Jonas of Livonia, Michael (Barbara) Zittel of MD, and Eric Zittel of CA; grandchildren, Allison Jonas (Matt Bartlett), Chris (Amanda) Jonas, Nate Fuller, Gary W. Zittel, Mandy Zittel, Jessie, John, and Josh
Zittel, and Davidson Zittel; great-grandchildren, Lilah Jonas, Rogan Bartlett, Aubreigh Zittel, and Alexander Maloney. Also survived by cousins Barb (Don) Tosti and Joanne Bisig & many dear friends.

No prior calling hours will be held. A Memorial Service to Celebrate Aggie’s Life
will be held on Saturday, February 16th, 1pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral
Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY. Interment will be held privately.
Memorial contributions may be made in Aggie’s Memory to the Livingston County
Hospice, 2 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris, NY 14510. To send a condolence or
share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Geraldine L. Pearson “Geri” – February 6, 2019

South Livonia:  At age 96, Geri passed away peacefully with her family by her side on February 6, 2019 at her home in South Livonia.  She was born in Rochester, NY to the late Edward and Elizabeth Casaretti.  Geri is predeceased by her husband; Walter E. Pearson.  Survived by her three children; Brian T. Hare of Walworth, NY, Beverly A. (Robert) Allen of Pittsford, NY, Steven M. Hare of West Lafayette, IN, and her five grandchildren; Chris Hare, Scott Allen, Jeff Allen, Alissa Hare and Dave Hare, along with her three great-grandchildren.

Geri loved to make and give away lap robes; she had made hundreds of them.  She gave them to church members, friends and even donated them to fun raffles at senior events.  Geri was a faithful member of the South Livonia United Church of Christ, where she sang in the choir.  She loved animals, and often contributed to organizations that provided shelter and recuse services.  Geri was passionate for many things, from playing pitch with her friends to participating in Golden Years lunches and going to the XYZ dinners.  Her love for her family is unmatched, and she will be greatly missed.

Friends and family are invited to visit and share memories at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia on Monday, February 11, 2019 from 3-6 PM.  A Memorial Service will be announced at a later date and interment will be held privately at the Oak Ridge Cemetery on Coe Road in Livonia.  In Lieu of Flowers, a memorial contribution may be made to:  South Livonia United Church of Christ, 5087 S. Livonia Rd, Livonia, NY or to:  any animal shelter or rescue group of your choice.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.

Wilma J. Menz (Reeser) – February 1, 2019

Livonia:  Wilma passed peacefully surrounded by her family on February 1, 2019 at age 83.  Predeceased by her parents Chester and Rebecca Reeser and siblings; William Reeser, George Reeser, Helen Barrick, Donald Reeser, and Shirley Neitz.  Survived by children; Tom (Julie) Menz, Pam (Leroy) Clever, Diane (Brett) Colvin, Danny (Lacy) Menz, Jeff (Anne) Menz, Nancy (Stephen) Chase, and Ronny (Jean) Menz; sister Jean (Bill) Barrows; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Wilma enjoyed spending time with her family, friends and grandchildren. She loved to travel, gardening, cooking, playing card games and organizing activities at her apartment community. She also loved the occasional trip to the casino! Wilma could make you laugh with her one-liners and jokes . She will be missed by many, but always in our hearts!

Family and friends may call Tuesday, February 5th, from 6-8pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY where her funeral service will be held at 8pm, following calling hours.  Interment Union Cemetery, Livonia, NY will be held in the spring.  Memorial contributions may be made in Wilma’s memory to Livingston County Hospice, 2 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris, NY 14510.  To send a condolence please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Donald L. Davis “Don” – February 1, 2019

Conesus:  Don passed peacefully on February 1, 2019 at age 83.  Predeceased by his parents Leo and Minnie Davis and his sister June Steele.  Survived by his wife of 33 years Donna (Marks) Davis; grandchildren, Bryan Weegar, Brock Thomason, and Garret Thomason; his sister Gloria (Bob) Bates of Rochester; several nieces, nephews, and many dear friends.

Don was born on June 9, 1935 in Rochester, NY to parents Leo and Minnie (Stoness) Davis.  He worked at Rochester Telephone Co. for over 40 years.  Don was a member of the Chili Fire Department and the Lakeville Fire Department serving as Fire Chief for one term.  He was a dedicated member of the Lakeville Volunteer Fire Department Exempt Club serving in many capacities.  Don enjoyed golfing, bowling, and could fix just about anything!

Family and friends may call on Friday, February 8th, from 1-4pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY where his funeral service will be held at 4pm, following calling hours.  Interment will be held privately.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Teresa House, 21 Highland Road, Geneseo, NY 14454.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Robert Rowe Taylor – February 1, 2019

Conesus:  Rob passed peacefully at home, with his family by his side, on February 1, 2019 at age 65.  He was born in Wellsville, New York on June 12, 1953 to the late Robert E. and Dortha (Gordon) Taylor Zierak.  Survived by his wife of 45 years Marion (Gross) Taylor and children; Jacqueline (Brian) Lowry of IL, Justin Rowe Taylor of Livonia, and Robert Brewster Taylor of Conesus; grandchildren, Andrea Anastasia, Sean Lawrence, Paige Margaret, Oliver Rowe, and William Brewster; brother Richard Lee (Sheryl) Taylor of OH; several nephews & many other loving family and friends.

On Friday afternoon, February 1, 2019 a loving husband, father, grandfather and best friend went to heaven.

There were many times both good and bad that were celebrated together in the 45 years that he was married to his devoted wife, Marion.  Rob survived a massive heart attack in 1990 and had a quintuple bypass, then in 1999 his heart gave out and he received a heart transplant.  19 years later he learned he got cancer as a result of the medications that kept him alive.  He was blessed with 3 wonderful children, Jacqueline, Justin and Robert B.  God is good because he got to walk his daughter down the aisle when she got married, got to see 5 beautiful grandchildren, and he got to live the way he wanted.

He was a graduate to Boston University in 1975 and also married the same year.  He worked for many institutions as a development fundraiser, ran his own business, The Marlin Group, retired in 2006 and ended as a clerk at the Wadsworth Library in Geneseo, NY.  He was a member of the Conlon-Mulvaney American Legion in Conesus where he was active in the Sons of the American Legion.  Remember Rob for his love of family, music, and as an avid sports fan, especially the Patriots and the Red Sox.  May he now rest in peace and be with his Lord God for eternal life.  Until we meet again.

At Rob’s request no calling hours or formal funeral services will be held.  A Gathering to Celebrate his Life will be held at the family home in the summer.  Private burial Whitesville Cemetery, Whitesville, NY.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Transplant Awareness Organization of Greater Rochester, PO Box 23552, Rochester, NY 14692 or Wilmot Cancer Center, 300 E. River Road, PO Box 278996, Rochester, NY 14627. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com