Chili, NY – Dior River Phinney, beloved son, brother, and grandchild, was born on December 8, 2022, in Casa Grande, Arizona, and passed away tragically on October 6, 2024, in Rochester, NY, at the tender age of 22 months.

Dior brought boundless joy and love to everyone around him during his brief but precious time on earth. His bright smile and sweet spirit touched the hearts of all who knew him. Dior is survived by his loving parents, Rose Barone Phinney and Spencer Phinney; his cherished sisters, Scarlett and Autumn Phinney; maternal grandparents, Lisa Sachs (Erik Baumgartner) and Anthony Barone; paternal grandparents, Tammy Herrera and Todd Phinney; and great-grandparents, James and Sue Sachs. He is also survived by his many great aunts and uncles, with a special mention of his Uncle James VanTuyl, Analisa and Erika Baumgartner. Dior will be deeply missed by his many aunts, uncles, cousins, and all who loved him.

A private funeral service will be held to honor Dior’s memory, with interment at South Perinton Cemetery to be scheduled at a later date. The family welcomes friends to share condolences and memories at www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.