Lima: Marie Denninger Evangelista passed away on July 21, 2023 at age 85. Marie was born March 6, 1938 to Elizabeth Mayer and John Denninger, both from Germany. She grew up on the family farm in Henrietta, NY and attended Rush Henrietta Schools, graduating in 1956. Marie worked at Kodak after high school until 1972 when she entered the Rochester School of Practical Nursing, following her mother and 3 aunts into the healthcare profession. Upon graduation, Marie worked in the newborn nursery at Strong Memorial Hospital and continued her career there for 30 years.
Marie is survived by her daughters; Denise (Bill) Coon of Canadice, Dorene Evangelista of Lima, and Lynn (Ed) Faro of Lima; grandchildren, Joshua Evangelista (Jamie Sotak), David Coon, Matthew (Claudia) Coon, and Nicole Adams (David Greening 4th); great-grandchildren who were the light of her life, Kendall, Kamryn, and Korri Evangelista, David Scott Greening 5th, and Harper Coon; and her brother John Denninger of Rochester.
Family and friends may call on Friday, July 28th, from 4-6pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, where at 6pm Marie’s Memorial Service will be held, following calling hours. Interment will take place privately at Lakeview Cemetery, Honeoye, NY. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the SusieQ Dog ResQ, PO Box 236, Conesus, NY 14435 or the Rochester Area Community Foundation, 500 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 and in the memo line add “Elizabeth Wende Breast Care Fund.” To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
So many years also at Strong in the “newborn nursery” , so many memories. Marie was quite the outspoken, fun loving character with a hint of devilish fun in her eyes. She will be missed. RIP.
Marie was a great friend of mine for all these years. We worked together at night for 30+ years, taking care of 10-12 newborns every night. We went on lots of trips to Niagara Falls. Turning Stone and Bingo every week. Marie worked hard taking care of her girls all these years. Drove an old car with a hole in the floor, I remember. I went to many family parties as I took care of her grandchildren and
greatgrands. I am glad she isn’t suffering anymore and is at peace with her dad.
Will miss my best friend till we meet again.
We were very good friends in High school. Time was not kind, as we became out of touch. But I have happy memories of times we did share. Rest peacefully, dear Marie.
RIP Our dear friend b pain free now watch over the family from heaven.will miss the laughs the chats u may b gone but wont b forgotten your are angel. now and forever love you so much ms marie
A wonderful lady that was full of life and laughter,gental soul,heart,and a juy to be around! I will miss her!