Category: Obituaries

Yaritza “Spencer” Spencer”

Predeceased by her father specialist Branden J. Spencer. Survived by her grandmother Carmen Gonzalez, mother Wendy Velez, stepmother Lecia Rodriguez Rivas and siblings Gia Norea Spencer, Kayla J. Spencer, Brian J. Spencer and Kalianee Velez.

Spencer was full of life and never failed to make the ones around her feel loved. She was unapologetically herself, and for that she’ll always be remembered.

Calling hours will be Thursday 9am-12pm followed by a Service at 12pm. Interment Riverside Cemetery.

Aurelia P. Starks

Sandra “Sandy” LaDolce

Irondequoit-June 19, 2023, at age 89. Predeceased by his parents Catiello and Josephine, brothers Joseph and James, sisters Marie Barbato and Rosalie Whiteman. He is survived by his wife of 66 years Jean, daughter Nancy Cheney, son Peter (Nicole), grandchildren Charles, Wyatt and Colton, 2 great grandchildren, brother Carl Jr., sister Jo Anne (Dan) Pyne, many nieces, nephews and cousins as well as longtime caregiver and cherished friend Jill Lopez.
Fran was part of the first graduating class of St. John Fisher College in 1955. He served in the US Army and was a Social Studies teacher for 30 years at Hoover Drive Junior High in Greece. After retirement he enjoyed carpentry, was very active in his church and took great joy in spending time with his grandchildren.
The family wishes to extend special thanks and heartfelt appreciation to Rochester Regional Hospice staff, especially home healthcare aide Max and music therapist Phil for the care, companionship, conversation and music that brightened his final months.
Calling hours will be Wednesday June 28th 4-7pm at Dierna Funeral Home 2309 Culver Rd. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday June 29th 10 at a.m. at St. Margaret Mary Church, 401 Rogers Parkway.
Interment will be at White Haven Memorial Park.

Mr. John Brockington was born to the late John Brockington Sr. and Annette Mack Brockington in the Spring Gully section of Williamsburg County, South Carolina. Our beloved, John entered eternal peace and rest on Sunday, June 11, 2023.
At an early age John received basic schooling, education and teachings through elders and the church. John attended Cedar Grove Baptist Church along with his family. The Brockington family was one of the first founding members of the church. He enjoyed church and he also was a singer in a quartet group. Growing up he helped working on the farm and developed a love for hunting and fishing.
In the early 1950’s John met and married Jesse Mae Odom. Later John relocated to Homestead, Florida where he farmed and worked for Miami Dade County Department of Transportation. After a short stay, John moved to Rochester, NY with the help of his aunt Georgianna Nesmith and cousins, Rebecca Green, Ezekiel Green and Minnie Cotton House. He was introduced and later married the love of his life Almettar Holmes.
John was a member of St. Paul Holiness Church until his departure. He became employed with the Labor Union Local 425 Construction Company and after 40 years of service he retired. He was also noted for help building the Liberty Pole Way in Downtown Rochester. NY.
John was known as the Game Man (a great hunter) in the Rochester area and known for his infamous hog head cheese. John was a man who loved his family dearly and enjoyed taking trips back to South Carolina to reminisce. During his trips back home, John always reminded his family to love each other despite the miles apart. He was known for his classy style especially his hats and shoes. He was his brothers’ keeper, (especially of his sisters), and family. John was willing to be a fatherly figure to any family members’ life by inviting them to live in Rochester, NY. He truly believed “actions speaks louder than words” and he always ended his phone calls with, “I love you and tell the rest I love them too.” He’s preceded in death by his loving wife Almettar Brockington, his brother Ernest (Maudie) his sisters Melby Gamble,
Lula Brown, Rebecca Dukes, Virginia Fulton, Elvira McCutchen and Beulah Richardson, two grandsons, Akeem Fitzpatrick and Terrance Brockington.
Loved ones to cherish his memories, Ila Brockington of Rochester, NY, Anna Pearl Brockington of Miami FI., Betty Brockington of Macon, GA, Denise Brockington of Rochester, NY, and Lisa Brockington of Rochester, NY. Four sons John Brockington Jr, Gerald Brockington, Reginald Brockington from Rochester, NY, and Jimmy Brockington of Florida City, FL.; a sister, Anna Lee (Leroy) Presley of Dallington, SC.; a brother-in-law Andrew Holmes and sister-in-law Dorothy Scrivens (Harry) of Rochester, NY.; 22 grandchildren and 49 great grandchildren, 10 great great grandchildren. A host of nephews, nieces, family, and friends.

Visitation and Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, June 20th from 10-12:30PM at St. Paul Believers Holiness Church (63 Thomas St. Rochester, NY). Interment Riverside Cemetery.

Gertrude “Trudy” Mabel Monteau (DeVay)
Passed away on 9 June 2023, at 87. Predeceased by her husband James and son Robert. Survived by her daughters Patricia (James) Fetters, Theresa (Robert) Knapp, grandchildren Bradley, Todd, and Tamara Fetters and Tawnya and Jake Knapp, and 7 great grandchildren.
Trudy was born and raised in North Rose NY and lived in Rochester for 50 plus years. She spent the last five years of her life enjoying the warm sun and surf in Clearwater Florida. Throughout Trudy’s life she enjoyed traveling with her husband, James, annually to Aruba and other tropical locations.
Memorial service 23 June, 11 am @ White Haven Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, consider donating to the Alzheimer’s Association in her memory.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Henry George Maerlender III, who left this world on May 22, 2023. Born on November 2, 1971, Henry was also known by his nickname, Boo. He is preceded by his father Henry George II and survived by his Mother Mary, two children Taylor, & Henry George IV, brothers William and Robert Maerlender, sisters Bonnie Cunningham and Christine Missell who will all cherish their memories for years to come.

Those who knew Henry will remember his compassionate, generous, and funny personality. He was always there to offer a helping hand and bring laughter to any situation. One of the most memorable lessons he shared from his youth was not to light the hill across the street on fire in an attempt to encourage a fire truck to arrive—a testament to his adventurous spirit and sense of humor.

Henry had a diverse range of accomplishments throughout his life. He had a successful career as sales executive for Haggar and Marino Bay before transitioning to law enforcement as a Monroe County Sheriff’s Deputy, where he served with dedication. He was also a member of the Mounted Patrol, and loved being on patrol with his beloved horse, Pepper.

However, the most important part of Henry’s life were his two children, Taylor and Henry George IV (Jack), Henry’s greatest joy came from spending time with his children and sharing his love for life with them. They will continue to honor his legacy and carry on the invaluable memories together.

A Celebration of Life for Henry will be held on June 17, 2023, at 10:00 AM at Dierna Funeral Home. We invite all who knew and loved Henry to come together to celebrate and honor his life, remembering the positive impact he made on the lives of those around him. In lieu of flowers, Please consider a donation to EquiCenter  in Honeoye Falls, an organization dedicated to Equine therapy.  https://www.equicenterny.org/…