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Judy Purdy
Passed away unexpectedly in a tragic car accident on November 9, 2023 at age 58. She is predeceased by her father Norman and her son Anthony.  She is survived by her daughters Mary and Macy Purdy, mother Jean Marasco, brothers Michael (Elena) Marasco and Mark (Stacy) Marasco, nieces and many friends.

Judy lived her life with passion, courage, determination and grace. Judy’s greatest joys were her two daughters, her animals, her students and her garden. Judy was a passionate teacher for the Rochester City School District for more than 20 years. She loved her students dearly and worked hard to have a lasting impact in their lives. Judy was also a proud volunteer fire fighter for many years.

Calling hours will be held Wednesday November 15th, from 4-8pm at Dierna Funeral Home 2309 Culver Rd. Her Funeral Service will be held on Thursday 12pm at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Please gather at main entrance.

Gary Miller, predeceased by parents Michael and Peggy Miller, survived by son Avery, daughters Mariah and Amber, step son Dustin and several aunts uncles and cousins.
Calling hours will be Saturday November 11th, from 1-4pm at Dierna Funeral Home.

Marcia Lovall

On October 28th, 2023, Marcia Hilda Lovall went home peacefully to be with our Lord after a short battle with cancer. She was the proud biological mother of 3 children, but many others considered her a mom. She was a stay-at-home mom that cared deeply for her family and neighbors. She did this not out of obligation, but because of who she was. She was Selfless, generous and caring. She expressed a deep sense of concern for others. She was always the first to offer help. She cared for the sick and she always ensured that every child who crossed her threshold was safe, healthy, and happy. Marcia absolutely loved and adored her grandchildren. They were her pride and joy! She lived a life devoted to family. She enjoyed doing her nails, loved coffee, visiting with friends, giving gifts, going on outings, watching the news and going on Facebook. Her faithful daily text messages will never be forgotten. Marcia faced many difficulties in her life such as being a single mother and not having a lot of money. She always made something out of nothing! When anyone else would have broken, Marcia stayed strong. Through her, we know what resilience and perseverance truly look like. There was no quit in Marcia. She has fought the good fight, and she has won. She is survived by her 3 children, Elizabeth Diane Amanda Lovall-Motyka (DeLorm), Lynn Marie Motyka and Shannon Louise Watson adopted daughter Adrianna Rose Billone; Her grandchildren Bianca Marcia Sue DeLorm, Dominic James Motyka, Makayla Tamara DeLorm, Kristopher Robert Collins Jr., Levi Johnathon Motyka-Sheffer. Marcia Is also survived by her former husband John Motyka and former spouse Shawn Watson. Forever remembered by her siblings, Charles (Joanne) Lovall, Catherine (Timothy) Gaspar, Joyce (Charles) McGarry, Gary Lovall, Karen (Jim) McAllister, James (Heather) Lovall, Michele (Harold Goode) Rudak, Scott (Cheryl) Lovall; her beloved friend who she considered a sister, Melanie Vahl; many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Marcia is predeceased by her father, Lawrence John Lovall, her mother, Diane Mary Lovall (Bell), brother Lawrence Edwin Lovall, brother Michael David Lovall, and cousin William Humphrey.

Her graveside service will be held on Saturday November 4th, 11am at Mount Hope Cemetery. Please meet at main entrance.

Ruth Cariola

Passed away on October 31, 2023. She is survived by her loving family. Her graveside service will be held on Friday November 3rd, 1pm at Riverside Cemetery.

Lewis A. Scutiere

Webster- September 26, 2023 Lewis passed away peacefully at the age of 82. Predeceased by his parents Frank and Mary and sister Anne Sepe.  Survived by his wife Leslie, daughter Cheryl (David) Lazerus and son Frank, grandchildren Alicia, Ryan and Michael, brother-in-law Robert Sepe, niece Amanda and several cousins.

Lew was a Production Manager at Kodak for 28 years.  He was also a do- it- yourself craftsman and had a passion for working on and remodeling his cottage in Cape Vincent in the Thousand Islands.  He was an avid fisherman and boater, and after retirement, he and his wife took up golfing and loved to spend their time traveling and cruising.

Calling hours will be Tuesday 4-7pm at Dierna Funeral Home 2309 Culver Rd. His Graveside service will be Wednesday at 11am at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Please meet at Lake Ave gate. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in his memory to the American Heart Association.

Kathleen Elizabeth Kanealey Burns

Of Port Charlotte Florida passed away June 8, 2023. Born May 3, 1945, to John Kanealey and Geraldine Barnum Kanealy of Rochester, NY. She was predeceased by her husband John J. Burns. She is survived by her son Matthew (Lynette) Peters, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

After completing her master’s degree, Kathleen worked as a certified substance abuse counselor both in private practice and later at a correctional facility.

A lifelong friend of Bill Wilson’s she was passionate about helping people in every phase of recovery. Strong-willed, determined and quick witted, Kathleen always advocated for the underdog. She not only advocated for the human underdog but the canine variety as well. At one time she had five dogs that she cared for and enjoyed.
She took pleasure in creating and tending to her beautiful gardens. She was also a bird lover and had many rescued birds that she cared for.

Besides caring for her beautiful gardens and precious animals, Kathleen knew how to tend to herself. She could always put together the perfect outfit and look amazing. She was definitely one of a kind, she will be missed.

Her Mass of remembrance will be celebrated on Wednesday September 27th, 10:30am at Holy Cross Church.