Category: Obituaries

June Zeitvogel

Josephine M. Seviour

Virginia Wendelgass

November 6, 2022 peacefully at home with her family at age 99. She is predeceased by her husband William and daughter Barbara Gargano. Loving Mother of Shirley(Ken) Reed and Stephen(Deborah) Wendelgass, grandmother of Cheryl Ackerman, Wendi(Dean) Costanzo, Kimberly(Terry) DeRider, Clayton(Michelle) Wendelgass, Bryan(Jennifer) Gargano and Jeremy Gargano, great-grandmother of Autumn & Willow Ackerman, William & Deanna Costanzo, Kayla, Amber & Samantha DeRider, Evelynn & Olive Wendelgass, Sarah & Kaitlyn Gargano, great-great-grandmother of Aurora. She also leaves her brother Robert Murawski, nieces, nephews and many friends.

Calling Hours will be Thursday November 10th, from 4-7pm at Dierna Funeral Home 2309 Culver Rd. Rochester, NY. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday November 11th, 10am at St. Cecilia Church 2732 Culver Rd. Rocehster, NY.

Josephine Kompanijec

November 6, 2022 at age 88, passed away peacefully. She is predeceased by her parents Leonardo and Rose Pannolino, brother Pompeo and sister Rosina. She is survived by her son John(Alyson) Kompanijec, daughter Elizabeth(Charles) Facchini, grandchildren Christina, Victoria and Katie Kompanijec, and Daniel Facchini, her sisters Angelina Goduto and Antonietta Lucchese, many nieces and nephews, so many wonderful friends and her beloved Emma.

Giusephina was born in April 1934 in Italy. At the age of 18 she moved with her family to Canada where she resided until marrying and moving to Rochester. It is here that she raised her children John (Alyson) and Elizabeth (Charles), who have always been her greatest joy and first priority. Her family’s well-being and happiness were the source of her greatest happiness. Giusephina also leaves behind 4 grandchildren, Christina, Victoria, Katie, and Daniel. She adored them, was so very proud of each of them, and took immense pleasure in watching them grow. 

Giusephina was a very talented seamstress, cook, and gardener. She loved preparing incredible holiday meals and so many Sunday dinners for her family. She made beautiful clothing straight from her imagination and often made clothing fit perfectly and look amazing. She was equally talented with her vegetable and flower gardens, often losing herself in the joy of puttering all day in them. Her beauty was reflected in her flowers. 

Giusephina was strong in her faith and believed in the power of prayer. We are certain that God has opened his arms to our beautiful and beloved mother and that He is caring for her now.

Calling Hours will be Friday November 11th, from 4-7pm at Dierna Funeral Home 2309 Culver Rd. Rochester, NY. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday November 12th, 9:30am at Christ the King Church 445 Kings Highway Rochester, NY. Followed by interment at Mount Hope Cemetery.

James Brown transcended to a place only the most faithful get chosen for on October 29, 2022.
James was born on December 14,1988 to Sonya Rolle and James Brown. A natural athlete, James competed in wrestling and football. You could even call James a serial gamer. Performing Arts and Sports was life for James, A true poet of his time. James was obtained his Regents Diploma from Rush Henrietta Senior High School.
After graduating James picked up his studies at Erie County Community College to pursue his Associates in Business Administration but his love for music and poetry had a different path for him.
It was at Erie County Community College where he met his wife Josephine Brown in 2009. Her support for his art became the fire James needed to go full speed ahead.
Releasing his first mixtapes PIFF Epidemic and Legacy of a Spitter in 2009. Music was cultivated passion that James only just realized would lead him to releasing his singles Feeling 40 and Hunger pains which amassed thousands of streams.
James is survived by Josephine Brown (wife), James Brown Jr (son), Sonya Rolle (mother), James Brown Senior (father), Jasmine Brown (sister), Jah’Naysia O’Neal (niece), and a host of family and friends.

Services will be held on Wednesday, November 2^nd from 4-7PM at Dierna Funeral Home.

God saw you getting tired
And a cure was not to be
So he put His arms around you
And whispered “Come to me. ”
With tearful eyes we watched you
As you slowly slipped away
And though we loved you dearly
We couldn’t make you stay.
Your golden heart stopped beating
Your tired hands put to rest
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the best.

Thomas J. Pinzon

Passed peacefully October 17, 2022 at the age of 62. He is predeceased by his mother Tina N. Pinzon. Survived by his father Simon B. Pinzon. Siblings, Elaine(Angel)Ramos, Richard(Julie Coppola)Pinzon, Suzanne Sullivan, Sandra(John Barco)Blood, Gary(Tracy)Putz; loving uncles, niece and nephews, great nieces and nephews and cousins. Lifelong best friends, John Pinzon, Tom Scheurer, Peter VanderLeer and Tim Perkins.
Tom was a devoted son, brother, uncle and friend. Always caring for Mom and Dad. Never complaining, just doing. He was always willing to lend a helping hand or listen whenever needed. Always very protective, loyal and caring for his family, especially his siblings. He wanted us all to be safe and happy. A man of few words, expressing them in such a large way! Tom was happy if you were happy. He enjoyed cooking and baking. His lasagna, cakes and brownies were not only delicious, but big like Tom’s heart. We will miss his fluffy pancakes, made for weekend morning visits. Being a perfectionist, Tom worked hard at his book binding. Working more than 40 years perfecting his craft. He began right after high school working for Lawyers Co-operative Publishing Co. until 1998. Tom then began working for and learning more about binding from his mentor and great friend, Tim A lasting friendship cherished by both. Eventually, Tom bought the business and New Ridge Bindery was born. All his work done meticulously and by hand… Anything from restoring old Bibles, binding hymnals for churches and thesis work for college students. His work was a combination of love, respect and skill for his craft. He loved repairing the old, as well as creating the new. Tom loved his family and we loved him dearly.  Family holidays, weddings, birthdays and all special occasions were so important to Tom. He never missed one! So now, you are in Heaven, at peace, with Mom and Gram. Reunited with all our loved ones that have gone before. Give them all our love. Take long bicycle rides, watch great movies and root for the Buffalo Bills!

Not goodbye sweet Tom, but….See you later! Until then, “WE ALL LOVE YOU MORE”…..forever

Our deepest gratitude to Shepherd Home for their wonderful care and compassion for Tom and our family. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation in Tom’s name to: Shepherd Home 1959 Five Mile Line Rd. Penfield, NY 14526.

In honor of Tom’s wishes, there will be no service at this time.

Quang Tang

Rochester – Passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at the age of 96. Survived by his wife Kia Truong; children Manh (Mo-Chih), Nga (John), Thuy Lisa (Tom), Hoa (Chetan), Nghia (Lillie); and grandchildren Eric, Alana, Evan, Dylan.

Services will be held privately.