Category: Obituaries

Ronald Warczok Jr.

Suddenly on May 11, 2024.
Predeceased by his mother Geraldine Bednarz.
Survived by daughters Chelsea and Ann Geraldine; grandsons Wesley and Knox; his father Ronald Warczok Sr.; brothers Joseph Warczok and Jeffrey; Sue Heffer; and many friends and coworkers.
Ron worked for 22 years at Park Enterprises as a tool and die maker.

Family and friends may call Thursday, May 30th 4-8PM at Dierna Funeral Home 2309 Culver Rd. (near Norton).
Donations may be made in his memory to the Humane Society of Greater Rochester.

Gregory D. Fagan “Finesse”

Departed this life on April 27^th 2024. Gregory Dean Fagan was born on December 16^th 1957 in Bowling Green, Kentucky to the late Macy and James Fagan.

Greg relocated to Rochester, NY at a young age and attended #19 school, #42 school, Charlotte High School and Benjamin Franklin High School. He obtained an associates degree in 1990 and held employment at local factories and doing carpentry work. He was never married but has a son and daughter that he loved dearly. He was a ladies man that referred to himself as “Finesse”. He enjoyed dressing up for events took pride in his appearance. He loved music and sports, Cadillacs and Classic cars and his favorite football player was Tom Brady. He looked forward to attending the Buffalo Bills training camps in the summer with his daughter. He loved spending time with his grandkidsand great grandkids and could often be found baby sitting one or the other.

He was loved by many. A great father, brother, and friend. Gregory is predeceased by his mother Macy Helen Fagan and father James Fagan, and 3 brothers Derek Fagan, Hugh Lee Caldwell, and Mark Caldwell-Cook. He was the middle child of his siblings.

He is survived by his loving children Gregory McNeil and Vanity Fagan, grandchildren Armani Fagan, Christian and Cheyanne Winston, Zemora and Folami Beard, Zarielle Guest, Jaquan Wise, Damarco McNeil, Santajha Sides, great grandchildren Qu’mias Fagan, Josue Vega III, Kai’liana and Amari and one on the way. Beloved brother of Theresa Collins, Emily (Winnie) Love, Victor Fagan Sr., Timothy Fagan, Chrystal Fagan Jacobs, Frederick Anthony Fagan Sr., and Kimberly Carter Fagan. He also leaves many nieces, nephews, cousins and other loved ones, his childhood friends Laron Hagan, Jerry Ingram, Clint and Willy Rat.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday May 18^th at 2:30pm at Holt Lodge 255 Holt Rd. Webster, NY 14580.

Sharon A. Malachowski

Roger Kralis

1/3/1945-4/23/2024

Roger was called home to Heaven on April 23,2024. He is predeceased by his mother Anna and father Frank as well as his brothers Terry and Robert.

Roger is survived by his loving wife of almost 50 years Mary, daughter Victoria (Brian) Butland, son Frank (Nicole), grandchildren, Lauren (Darren), Brian, Hailey, great grandson Beau, sisters Beverly (Dave) Dilgard and Anita and nephew Justin.

Calling hours will be Friday April 26^th, from 4-7pm at Dierna Funeral Home 2309 Culver Rd. In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to The Sunset House 3746 St Paul Blvd Rochester NY 14617.

James “Jim” Vogler (55) passed away April 4, 2024.

Jim was predeceased by his mother, Mary Vogler. He is survived by his wife, Romy Vogler, and sons Harrison and Dylan; father Ronald Vogler, brother Glenn Vogler, sister Kathleen (Scott)

Harrison, several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; and his beloved dog, Charlie.

After graduating from Greece Olympia high school, Jim attended the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) during the heyday of Runnin’ Rebel basketball prominence. It was at UNLV that Jim formed some of his deepest lifelong friendships and developed a passion for hospitality and entertaining. Over the years, Jim and Romy were frequent birthday, holiday, and reunion party hosts, and the food was legendary. Where else would you find a backyard steam table designed to handle forty dozen clams?! At most events Jim could be found apron on, manning the grill, turning out perfectly cooked strip steaks. Jim, and his entertaining spirit, will be sorely missed.

The family will be hosting a celebration of life for Jim at a future date to be announced.

Hazel B. Champion

Peacefully entered into eternal rest on March 23, 2024, at the age of 97. Predeceased by her husband, Cliff Champion; daughters Lynne Manderano and Penny Champion; and her sister Joyce Baker.
She is survived by a legacy of 4 generations – daughter Valerie (Dave) Burton; grandchildren Kristie Gabel (Billy Gable), Suzannah Bryson-Long (Doug Long), and Craig (Tina) Bryson; great-grandchildren Aiden Rae Gabel and Ethan Bryson; and great-great-granddaughter Emery Lain Stewart. Also survived by cousin Roz Regan; sister-in-law Linda Champion; and many nieces, nephews, and bonus grandchildren.
Proud of being a “cradle Episcopalian”, Hazel volunteered many hours with the Church and Episcopal Church Home.
Over the last 5 years, she knit hundreds of scarves that were donated to schools, churches, and veterans’ organizations. She also was a whiz at solving cryptograms.
Her family will greet friends on Friday, April 12th at 11AM which will be immediately followed by her funeral at 12PM at St. Mark’s & St. John’s Episcopal Church, 1245 Culver Rd. Private committal.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Marks and St. Johns.

Daisy A. Giles

Passed away peacefully on March 17, 2024 at age 91. She was predeceased by her son Michael Cathey and daughter Fajetta Jones, siblings Doris Hucks, Troy Giles, and Ledell Giles.

She is survived by her daughters Nadirah (Carl) Fenner and WillieMae Love, also survived by a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and her dear friend and aide, Bobbi Elam.

Daisy was proud of  her long career at the City of Rochester, working for 25 years. She enjoyed fishing, shopping and never missed her soap operas.  Her greatest pride came from being with family. She took great joy in mothering every child she could. Her warmth and nurturing personality played a vital role in the raising of young children and babies within the family.

Her Graveside service will be held on Thursday March 21^st, at 12:30pm at Oakwood Cemetery 1975 Baird Rd. Penfield, NY 14526.

Paul Baskera

Passed away March 8, 2024 at 92. He is finally going to rejoin his wife Ellie. Survived by his niece Carol Ann Baskera and her husband Tom Bator, extended family in Germany and also his adopted family Philip and Kathy Cubiotti-his caretakers. Paul was a retired engineer of Xerox and a veteran of the US Army. Always eager to advise and help his friends.

His funeral service will be held on Wednesday 3/20 11am at Riverside Cemetery Chapel of Peace.