Obituary of Madelyn C. Chinelly
Madelyn C. Chinelly
IRONDEQUOIT: On July 28, 2022, at the age of 90, Madelyn C. Chinelly departed from this life into the
loving arms of our Lord. Madelyn was the daughter of the late Peter and Elda Borzilleri. She is
predeceased by her husband, Ralph L. Chinelly, survived by her sister, Judith Borzilleri, her four
daughters, Cynthia Chinelly (John Dufresne), Melissa Florin, Hiedi Chinelly, Kristine Sisca (Roger).
Grandchildren: Amanda Altman (Alan), Christopher Florin (Jessica), Tristan Dufresne, Connor Sisca, John-
Peter Chinelly. Great grandchildren: Al, Axl, Ayla, Logan, Serena. Madelyn enjoyed cooking and baking
and dedicated her life to being a loving wife, mother and homemaker who adored her family and caring
for them. No calling hours. Her Funeral mass will be celebrated Saturday, August 6, 11am at St.Cecilia’s
Church. Interment, Irondequoit Cemetery.
Penfield – July 25, 2022 at 85. Survived by his loving wife Jackie, son Gary (Carol), daughter Kathryn Colicchio, grandsons Zachary & Joshua Colicchio, Cole & Reid Wygal, brother Roy Colicchio, nephews Scott (Kelly) and Michael (Jennifer) Colicchio, great-nephew and several great-nieces. Predeceased by parents Benjamin & Pauline and stepmother Margaret.
July 14, 2022, at 90 years of age.
Patricia A. Miller
Marie J. Barg
Christopher John Eagan
Betty Adams passed away at her beloved home in Brighton, New York on April 10th, 2022 at the age of 98. Betty was born in Janesville, Wisconsin on June 18th, 1923, the eldest daughter in a family of four girls. After moving to Madison, Wisconsin, Betty met her partner for life, Alfred Adams. Betty and Al won scholarships to the University of Wisconsin, Madison and attended college on an accelerated schedule due to the need for men and women to join the WW II war effort. Betty graduated with a degree in Journalism and Al procured a job at Eastman Kodak in Rochester, New York with his Chemical Engineering degree. Betty joined Al in Rochester and they were married with just two witnesses on March 13, 1945. At the age of 42, Betty began her career with her oldest daughters in college and high school and her youngest just 8 years old. Her first job was as a proofreader for Wolfe Publications- Post Suburban Newspapers, where she excelled in her work and began writing the column “Gourmet’s Choice”, interviewing local men and women who loved to cook as well as renowned chefs such as James Beard. She was ultimately promoted to editor of the Greece Post newspaper and held that position for many years, mentoring younger staff in the craft of newspaper writing. Her skills led her to a new career as a public affairs and communications specialist for The Rochester Institute of Technology, Crestwood Children’s Center, and the Rochester Foundation. “Retiring” in her 70’s, she continued to write, freelancing for the George Eastman House, writing articles for local magazines including the magazine “Rochester Women” where she also served on the Advisory Board. In her 80’s she co-wrote and edited Robert Stevens’ book about Robert W.S. Stevens– a lawyer, politician and western rail and business entrepreneur from NY state entitled Thunderbolt from a Clear Sky – The Irrepressible Life of Robert W.S. Stevens.