Conesus: On March 3, at age 52, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Predeceased by her father, Keith Marshall. Survived by husband Gary Simpson and sons; Rory (Leanne), Brent and Adam. Mother; Judy (Bill) Marshall-Stekl, brothers; Jeffrey (Theresa) Marshall and Brad (Leigh) Marshall. Mother & Father-in-law; Gail & Russell Simpson, sister-in-law; Sally (Mike) Suber, and brother-in-law; Brett (Amy) Simpson. Many loving Nieces & Nephews, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and friends.
Vicki graduated from Livonia High School in 1978. She then attended and graduated from Cobleskill State University and was a Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist. She worked in the Histopathology Lab at the University of Rochester (U or R) for 16 years. She spent the next 10 years working as a Research Technician in the Infectious Disease Unit at U of R before returning to the Histology Lab where she worked until the present time.
Vicki loved her two golden retrievers Ace and Mandi. Over the years she cared for many dogs, birds, and fish along with “Red” the horse and numerous kittens.
She was a super Hockey Mom devoted to her family and never missed any of her children’s sporting events. Her hobbies included reading, needlework, jigsaw puzzles, the outdoors and her flowers. Vicki enjoyed vacationing and especially the cruises to Alaska and the Panama Canal.
Friends may call on Monday from 1-4PM and 6:30-9PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., Rte 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St., Livonia. Funeral Services will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Noyes Memorial Hospital Infusion Center, 111 Clara Barton St., Dansville, NY 14437 or Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Rd., Fairport, NY 14450. To send a condolence and for further information please visit:
www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Gary and family;We were out of town and I just received the notice today of Vicki’s passing. We are so sorry for your pain and loss. I remember Vicki’s smile,laugh and good heart. She was always such a kind and caring person;words can’t explain what a great human being she was. Please accept our sincere best wishes for your family as you navigate through this painful time.Sincerely Ron and Tracey Fugle
Sending my deepest condolences to the family especially Mrs. Marshall & the boys. We grew-up with Vicky & fondly remember the times at the Marshall home playing basketball with Vicky & her brothers. She was so cute & sweet & always nice to everyone and we know she will be missed.
Sincerely,
Eleanor, Norm, Dave & Jeanne
Sending our deepest condolences to the family of Vicki from the Ramcharran Family. I worked with Vicki at the U of R more than 10 years ago, but will always remember her fondly as one of the lab “moms” who watched over and picked on me. She was a great person and I am glad to have known her!
Darmendra (Rick) and the Ramcharran family
Sending our sincerest condolences to the Marshall and Simpson families. May you find peace in remembering Vicki’s beautiful smile and special times spent with her. She was a sweet lady who obviously loved her family and life and too young to leave you but some day you will rejoice in a reunion with her. Until then keep your chins up and know that many people are thinking and praying for you.
With Our Deepest Sympathy,
Tammie McGrain Schwerzler and children xoxoxox
To The Simpson and Marshall Families: Vicki was always one of my favorite girls and thou I have not been back to Livonia in many years I often rember great times with Vicki through-out High School and know that she was well loved and always considered Vicki a friend!!! The Buchanan’s want to share our condolences and know that Vicki leaves with us a lasting Legacy. The Christopher “Buck” Buchanan Family Jupiter Florida
I’m so very sorry for your loss. May your precious memories bring you solace as you celebrate Vicki’s life.
Barb Brockway
PS – I work with Jeff.
Please accept the condolences and prayers of the May family.
Vicky was a great person who I have known since I started working at Strong Hospital in 1989….I will miss her smile and her friendly nature….May she find peace in the welcoming arms a the lord….
I am so terribly sorry for your family. A testament to Vicky is in the children that she and Gary raised. It was my pleasure to have known her, and my sincere pleasure to know her son Rory, a fine young man whose friendship with my son continues to this day. May her memory bring you peace.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
It is sad to hear news of the passing of someone that was an integral part of the community and has such a nice family. A person with a kindness for pets and devoted a life to the advancement of medical science. Sincere condolences, Dave Beard