Category: Obituaries

Gerald John Balonek
November 22, 1950 – March 4, 2023
Gerald “Jerry” Balonek passed away Saturday, March 4, 2023, at age 72. Fondly known as “Dr B”, Jerry earned his Veterinary degree from Cornell University in 1975. When he came to Rochester he worked for the Pittsford Veterinary group, then at Midtown Veterinary Hospital where he became involved with the care of animals at the Seneca Park Zoo. In 1987, Dr B purchased East Ridge Animal Hospital where he treated dogs, cats, birds, pocket pets, and various exotic animals. He created an environment where injured, orphaned, or sick wildlife could be treated, cared for, and hopefully rehabilitated. There was never a charge for that. Dr B not only won the hearts of his clientele, but he was also awarded for his service and
commitment to the veterinary community. The GVVMA awarded him a lifetime achievement award. Dr. Balonek created a family at East Ridge Animal Hospital with his guidance, wisdom, dedication, and unsurpassed generosity. He was passionate about providing affordable veterinary care for all pets. Dr B was known for his humor and love of practical jokes. He leaves us with a lifetime of memories and knowledge. Jerry loved hunting and fishing. He especially enjoyed pheasant hunting with his bird dogs, deer hunting and in his earlier years, duck hunting. He also enjoyed helping wildlife and domestic pets survive… thus his vocation as a veterinarian.
He is predeceased by his parents John and Norma Balonek. He is survived by his brother Thomas Balonek (Barbara Hoopes), and cousins David Meyer (Linda Converse), Michael Kelly, Stephen (Carol) Kelly, and Christine (Kenneth) Tomasek.
Calling hours will be Friday, March 24th, 4-7pm and Saturday, March 25th, 12-3pm with a brief remembrance service at 3pm at Dierna Funeral Home, 2309 Culver Rd., Rochester, NY 14609. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to Wild Wings Inc. Bird Sanctuary or the National Kidney Foundation.

Jose Maldonado

Passed away peacefully on March 13, 2023, at age 76. Predeceased by his beloved wife Donna and his parents Alejandro and Eva. He is survived by his children Aydalis (Christian), Maritza (Reinaldo) De La Cruz, Jose (Carmen) Maldonado, Leyka Maldonado, Nancy Maldonado, Cecilia (Samuel) Avila-Rijo and Adriana (Edgardo) Guzman, 22 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Calling Hours will be Friday from 11am-1pm followed by his Funeral Service at Dierna Funeral Home 2309 Culver Rd. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

Jeri Lee Bettinger

Passed on 2/14/23, at age 69. Predeceased by his mother Rose, father Joseph Leo, Uncle Art, sister Ruth, brothers Joseph, Jamie, and Joel.

Kellie Nicole Sabon Bennett Carrier

Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones at age 42.
Predeceased by her mother, Martha Lagasse; and sister, Angel.
Survived by her children Amaris & Liam Carrier; father Ed Bennett; siblings Anissa (Brian) Hart, Ed (Mary) Bennett, Dan Bennett, James Carpenter Jr.; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Kellie loved the Green Bay Packers, was addicted to CNN, enjoyed music & writing, and loved her children, nieces, & nephews. She was outgoing, outspoken, warm, and energetic. She was always looking for her next “Goonie” adventure. Kellie also embraced her Ba Hai Community and loved living in a spirit filled home.
Her family would like to thank Tom Tanchick and all of her caregivers for their many wonderful years of service and care.
A service will be held on Saturday, March 11^th at 10:00AM in The Chapel at Riverside Cemetery.
She will be greatly missed. So duck.

Loida Soto

Passed away on March 1, 2023. Predeceased by her daughter Taisha Marie Ayala, sister Sarah Soto and brother Ruben Soto. She is survived by her daughter Tanya (Jose Javier) Figueroa, grandchildren Jose Javier Jr., Joshua and Anthony Figueroa, Daniella Marie Ayala, Jonathan Santana, Brenda-Liz Santana and Catalina Gonzalez, 7 brothers and sisters, many nieces and nephews, other family and friends.

Calling hours will be Saturday March 11th from 2-4pm at Dierna Funeral Home 2309 Culver Road Rochester, NY 14609.

David A. Cortese

July 7, 1958 – March 2, 2023

David passed away unexpectedly on Thursday March 2, 2023 at the age of 64. He is predeceased by his parents Anthony and Nancy Cortese and also his loving sister Denise Cortese. He is survived by his 2 daughters Chera Rose Cortese and Brittney Cortese and 3 grandchildren. Also survived by his sister Toni Marie Cortese and brother Kyle Cortese, many nieces and nephews. David was very loved and we will miss him forever.

Calling hours will be Thursday March 9th from 5-7pm at Dierna Funeral Home 2309 Culver Rd. Rochester, NY 14609.

Janet Telarico (Allen)

November 15,1959-Februany 19, 2023

Marion, NY, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday Feb 19,2023 after a short battle with cancer. Janet survived by her beloved husband Daniel of 47 years, daughter Maria Telarico, son Joseph (Tabitha) Telarico, 2 granddaughters, Sydney Ekkebus and Kierstun Willhite. Brothers Richard Allen Sr., Dennis (Myrtle) Allen, Sister Mary (Ralph Sr.) Deon, Sister-in-law Catherine (James) Knarr. Many nieces and nephews, close friends April Bullock and Chris Frizelle. She is predeceased by her parents Hosanna Sr. and Florence Allen, brothers Carl, Hosanna Jr., and Thomas Allen, also several Aunts and Unlces.
Janet loved spending time with family and friends as well as watching her granddaughters growing up.
There will be no services as per her request. The family plans a celebration of life at a later date.

David Glover

Suddenly on February 7, 2023 at 62. Survived by his loving wife Joann, step daughter Amy (Jim) Barnard, grandchildren Abigail and Tyler. Services will be announced at a later date.