Janis Lynn (Featherstone) Williams
May 17, 2026
Janis Lynn (Featherstone) Williams passed away on May 17, 2026, at the age of 81.
Raised in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, Janis was the first in her family to graduate from college, an achievement that reflected her determination and self-reliance. As a young woman, she traveled solo throughout Europe and South America, embracing the world with courage and curiosity. She also spent...
Emerich P. Yusko
Jun 10, 2026
Emerich (Rick) Yusko, born October 19, 1943, in Spencer, New York, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose family always came first. A firm believer in Jesus Christ, Emerich loved serving his church at East Palmyra Christian Reformed Church. He previously led the children’s Sunday school as well as the...
Henry Charles Burdick
Jun 9, 2026
Henry Charles Burdick, 85, of the Palmyra-Macedon area, passed away on June 9, 2026, in Rochester, on his 85th birthday.
Born on June 9, 1941, in Hornell, Henry was the son of Arthur Burdick and Teresa Sullivan Burdick. He was predeceased by his siblings Ellen Burdick Darrow and Arthur Burdick Jr.
Henry spent nearly all of his adult life in the Palmyra-Macedon...
Rose Marie Johnson
Jun 8, 2026
Rose Marie Johnson passed peacefully on June 8, 2026, at the age of 92. Rose is predeceased by her brothers: Robert, William, Donald, Charles and Leslie; sisters: Leta, Shirley, Ruth, Barbara and Beverly. She is survived by her children Ronald (Brenda) Johnson and Debra (Greg) Aspinall; 7 grandchildren: Joshua, Christa, Timothy, Jeremy, Tamara, Andrew, Michaela; 11 great grandchildren: Marlena, Alisha,...
James Moll
Jun 7, 2026
It is with great sadness to announce the passing of James (Jim) Moll on June 7,2026. Jim worked many years and retired from Xerox, he also worked at Walworth Town & Recreation and was retired from there also.
Jim enjoyed fishing & hunting, bowling, boxing, loved to watch the Buffalo Bills, Nascar, woodworking (best known for making and selling his birdhouses he...
Gordon L Provoost
Jun 7, 2026
Gordon “Gordie” Lee Provoost, age 80, of Palmyra, NY, passed away peacefully on June 7th, 2026, with his beloved wife of 58 years by his side. As he took his final breath, he was welcomed into the loving arms of his Heavenly Father.
Born on April 21, 1946, in Newark, New York, Gordie was a lifelong resident of the area he...
Judith Clare (Geminn) Straight
Jun 5, 2026
Age 85, of Rochester, New York, passed gently and peacefully into the loving arms of her heavenly Father on Friday, June 5, 2026, at Woodside Manor Nursing Home in Rochester, surrounded by the love of her family and the wonderful staff.
Born on June 9, 1940, in Belleville, Illinois, Judith moved with her family at the age of 10 to East...
Paul T. Ikewood
Jun 4, 2026
Walworth – Paul passed away on June 4, 2026 at age 76. He was born to the late Roy and Inez Ikewood. He was also predeceased by his brother, Marty Ikewood.
Paul is survived by his daughter, Sandra Ikewood Schmitt; grandsons, Aaryn, Riley, and Teagan; brother, Roy (Barbara) Ikewood; several nephews and 1 niece.
Paul was an avid gardener. His summer days...
John L. Westerman
Jun 4, 2026
John passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026, at age 88, surrounded by his family.
John had a deep appreciation for antique cars, taking joy in their history and craftsmanship. He would often be seen driving around town in his Model T (Old Beauty) or one of many other old cars. His passion for the outdoors was evident in his love...
Katherine T. Grissom
May 29, 2026
In Loving Memory of Katherine (Hutchison) Grissom
Kathy passed away unexpectedly on May 29th, leaving a legacy of profound faith, selfless love, and devotion to her family. A truly independent and strong woman, Kathy’s journey on this earth was guided by her deep belief in God.
Growing up, Kathy was much more than an older sister; she was a caregiver and a...
Carol Slocum Boughton
May 29, 2026
Carol S. Boughton, 91, of Ontario, New York, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2026, at Pines of Peace.
A lifelong resident of Ontario, Carol graduated from Wayne Central School in 1952. She enjoyed a long and successful career in banking before retiring. In retirement, she generously volunteered her time at Heritage Square, where she formed many meaningful friendships and continued...
William F. Caffyn
May 27, 2026
William F. Caffyn of Palmyra, NY passed away on May 27, 2026.
William was born on August 10, 1942 in Clifton Springs, NY. He built a life defined by the deep pride he took in his family, hard work, and simple pleasures of the outdoors. He was a master of his craft in septic installation, always striving for a job done...
Richard L. Schaefer
May 27, 2026
Richard passed away peacefully with family by his side on May 27, 2026, at age 85. He was predeceased by his wife, Sandra and his parents, Arthur and Pauline Schaefer.
Richard is survived by his children, Jay (Lisa) Schaefer and Jill (Tim) Miles; grandchildren, Andrew (Emalie) Schaefer, Chad (Alex Marie) Schaefer, and Zackary Miles; great grandchildren, Addelyn, Aden, Charles, Marlayna, and...
Gerald Jay Cook
May 26, 2026
(Cookie, Jay, Jerry)
Palmyra – Jerry passed away on May 26, 2026 at age 62. He was predeceased by his parents, Gerald and Judy Cook; grandparents, Chet and Blanche Cook; several aunts and uncles.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Pam; sister, Lori (Scott) Facer-Brown; nephew, Jason VanNorman; good friend, Bonnie Mott; stepchildren, Donald Hall, Melissa Sharrow, Amanda Hedderick, Shawnee Gonzalez and...
Janette G. (Lush) Hotel
May 16, 2026
Palmyra - Janette Goodman Lush Hotel passed away peacefully on May 16th 2026 at the age of 89. Predeceased by her daughter, Roberta Jean Lush, Peggy Sue Lush, and son, Gary Alan Lush; parents, Marvin and Hazel Goodman; sisters, Dorothy Severance, Irene McDermott, Ruth Ford, Joyce Rising; two brothers, Edward Goodman and Frank Goodman.
Survived by two sisters, Ida Bump and...
Lois A. Russell
May 16, 2026
Lois passed away peacefully after a long illness at the age of 87. She was predeceased by father, Leon; mother, Eleanor; and brother, Lawrence.
Lois is survived by her daughter, Susan (John) Harriff; sons, Brian (Celene nee Nguyen), Kevin (Jennifer Chiarilli), and Darin (Lisa nee Jankowski); grandchildren, Aryanna Denk and Ayden Russell; great grandson, Milo Denk; sister, Linda (Andrews); and several...
Harold John Wallace
May 14, 2026
Harold J. “Wally” Wallace, of Rochester, NY, formally of Palmyra, NY, passed away surrounded by the love of family and friends who will forever cherish his memory. Harold lived a full and remarkable life defined by hard work, service to others, and a gift for conversation that left a lasting impression on everyone he met.
Harold dedicated much of his life...
Martin P. Quinn
May 14, 2026
“Marty”
Walworth – Marty passed away on May 14, 2026 at age 75. He was predeceased by his parents, Francis and Alice Quinn. Marty is survived by his wife, Judy Quinn; children, Christopher (Alyssa) Lewis, Jason Lewis, Shannen Quinn, and Branden (Jenna) Quinn; grandchildren, Jaden Lewis, Jack Lewis, and Kiera Trox; brother, Dan Quinn; sister, Maureen (Tom) Rhinehart; several nieces and...
Joline S. Frey
May 12, 2026
Joline Smith Frey "Packard"
New Paltz/Macedon, NY
Peacefully passed away surrounded by her family on Tuesday, May 12th, 2026, at Westchester Medical Center following a 5-month battle with pancreatic cancer. Joline was born on May 17, 1961 in Macedon, NY. She was the daughter of Gerald and Lynnette Smith of Macedon. Joline began her professional and distinguished career at St. Francis...
Susan Unger McKendry
May 10, 2026
North Rose/Palmyra: Susan, 99, of North Rose passed away peacefully in the care of the extremely compassionate team at Newark Manor on Sunday, May 10, 2026. She was born in Youngstown, Ohio, daughter of Thomas Swogger and Sarah Johnston-Swogger. She moved to Palmyra, NY with her husband, Jack Unger in 1961. She loved living on the water on Sodus Bay, NY and previously...
