Livonia: At age 43 and far too soon, Meghan passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025, at Highland Hospital in Rochester, NY, after her courageous and hard-fought 2 ½ year battle with Cholangiocarcinoma. She was born at Highland Hospital on December 22, 1981, to Mark and Mary (Mullen) Schuster. Meghan is also survived by her loving and caring husband, Kenneth Nowicki, her sons, Owen and Isaac, who were the lights of her life, and her siblings, Dane Schuster, and Kimberly (Paul) Bielewicz, nephews and niece, Jacob (Kinzie Decker) & Tyler Schuster and Natalie and Zachary Bielewicz, paternal grandmother, June Schuster, and many other loving relatives, friends and co-workers. They will forever hold Meghan’s memory in their hearts and cherish the beautiful imprint she made on their lives.
Meghan grew up in Lima and graduated from Honeoye Falls-Lima Central School, Class of 2000. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Buffalo and spent her career as a dedicated medical technologist, at Sisters Hospital in Buffalo, RGH, and lastly, URMC. Throughout her life, Meghan inspired others to live life to the fullest giving it their all, as she did. She loved fiercely and laughed often – bringing those around her along for the fun. Meghan’s family was her world. She made the most of every opportunity and cherished each moment of being a wife and mother, daughter, sister, granddaughter, aunt, niece, and friend, of which she had many. Meghan loved traveling; visiting beaches and parks were her favorite. She, Ken, Owen, and Isaac, took a phenomenal family vacation last summer to the beautiful Grand Canyon, fulfilling one of her lifelong dreams. She made the best birthday cakes ever, depicting whatever theme her boys wanted. Gardening, growing plants and flowers, especially sunflowers were high on her list of favorite things to do along with being a foster mom to pups in need of a home.
In keeping with Meghan’s wishes, no formal funeral services will take place. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories, which we will all share at her Celebration of Life Gathering, which will take place during the summer. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations for the future needs of Owen and Isaac be sent to: P.O. Box 30, Livonia, NY 14487. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
My beautiful niece gone way too soon! Her infectious smile and laughter and love of her family will certainly be missed!
Love and miss you ? girl!!
Meghan is an amazing inspirational person. She will be so missed. I have always loved her love for her family and life. I love you Meghan always and forever
Devistated by this loss, sorry trying to type thru tears
I worked with Meghan at Sister’s and am heartbroken for Meghan’s family during this time. Her light may be gone from this world, but it continues to shine in your souls. You are all in my prayers.
We are all soooo deviated by this loss of this beautiful young lady, Meghan. She always had a beautiful smile wherever she went. Such a courageous young lady and she was sooo strong. Words can’t express the sadness we are feeling. Our prayers, loves, hugs are being sent to all of you , know that we are thinking of you all. RIP sweet Meghan . You will always be loved and remembered
She is one of a kind and will be missed beyond measure…a true friend who pulled the best faces in pictures and gave amazing hugs!
Sending my love and condolences to her boys, Ken and the rest of her family
Meghan touched so many lives with her passion for her family, friends, and life in its entirety. She will be remembered for her strength, compassion, and love ….simply beautiful ALWAYS!