Obituaries

Martha Nemes Fried July 8, 1923 – April 30, 2026 After almost 103 years, a long and full life, Martha passed in peace. She leaves behind a daughter, Nancy Fried Foster (Robert J. Foster), a son, Elman Steven Fried, and two grandsons, Andrew Morton Foster and Gregory Robert Foster. Martha…...

ROCHESTER, NY — Robert Brian Holland, 68, passed away on May 3, 2026, surrounded by the family he loved. He was born on August 10, 1957, to Jack and Lorraine Holland. Bob was a man who understood the value of a job well done and a life well-lived. ​A master…...

James “Jim” J. Herlan Passed away peacefully at home on January 7th, 2026, at age 90. Survived by his wife of 52 years, Elaine B. Herlan; children David “Kim” (Pam) Herlan, Eric (Jane) Herlan, Jennifer (Eric) Wiest, Julie Alberlan and Rebecca (Aaron Grilly) Herlan; 11 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and many…...

Vera Eisenman September 29, 1926 – March 21, 2026 Vera Eisenman, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great- grandmother, passed away peacefully at the age of 99. Born on September 29, 1926, Vera’s life was a testament to resilience, strength, and unwavering love for her family. Vera’s journey began in…...

Annemarie Beatrice Turcotte, age 89, passed away peacefully February 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in St. Casmir, Quebec, Canada, she was the eldest of twelve children and the beloved wife of Gaston Turcotte, who pre-deceased her in 2019. Annemarie was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother,…...

Geraldine Mary Zajchowski July 20, 1939 – January 16, 2026 Geraldine Mary Zajchowski, passed peacefully on January 16, 2026. She was born on July 20, 1939, in Lafayette, Louisiana, and spent most of her life in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Gerry retired from Eastern Etching in Chicopee Mass and relocated with her…...

John Wesley Sheets passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026, at Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center after a lengthy battle with diabetes.  John was 70. John was predeceased by his parents, William and Janet. John is survived by his partner of 20 years, Marie Bailey, and her daughter Danielle.  He is…...

Benjamin Taylor December 12, 1943 – December 28, 2025 Ben was born in Manchester, New Hampshire, December 12, 1943, the son of Benjamin and Rita Corriveau Taylor. He graduated from Keene State University and received an MFA from Temple University. Ben served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Afghanistan for…...

Steven Gerard Dewey, born October 10, 1967, passed away peacefully at home on December 8, 2025. He departed surrounded by his family and his two cherished dogs, Mocha and Flurry. Steve is survived by his wife, Penny, his children, Mckenna, Sean (Tera Boccacci), and Kailee (Tim) Sardone, and his grandchildren,…...

Jean M. Waffle Passed on peacefully November 8, 2025. Predeceased by parents Charles and Honey Waffle of Hilton, and brother James of Bucks Co., PA. Survived by sister Gail, brothers Dan of Rochester and Tom of Sydney, Au. After a long career at Unity Health, she volunteered at Compeer &…...