Springwater: At age 93, Howard passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at his home in Springwater, NY. Howard was born in Rochester, NY to the late Claire and Rose Morey. He is predeceased by his son, Douglas Morey and son-in-law, Dennis L. Richardson. Howard is survived by his son, Robert Morey; his daughters, Donna L. Richardson and Cheryl (Delvin) Shomaker; his brother, Walter Morey; his grandchildren, great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren; along with several nephews and friends.

In keeping with Howard’s wishes, there will be no formal service taking place. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Mt. Morris/Livonia: Christine Ann Finocchario passed peacefully on March 20, 2023 at age 71.  She is predeceased by her loving mother and father, Lucy and Natale “Sam” Finocchario and her brother Samuel Finocchario.  Survived by her loving sisters; Catherine Finocchario and Marylu & wonderful brother-in-law William Bean;  sister-in-law Donna Finocchario; nieces and nephews, Billy (Sondra), Sam (Christy), Mark (Sandy), Matthew (Nichole) Bean, Nicholas (Jen) Finocchario, Melissa (Thomas) Fires; 14 great nieces and nephews. Chris is also survived by many loving, caring friends and relatives and her special cousin Rosanne.

Chris graduated from Livonia in 1971 and soon started working at SUNY Geneseo at age 18. Chris worked at the College until she retired at age 55. She was known to many as the person who could bring a smile to your face, even on your worst day.  She also loved being actively involved with the St. Joseph’s youth group in the 80’s. The most important thing for Chris was to be with her family, friends and pets whenever possible.

Friends may call Thursday, March 23rd, from 4pm-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY.   Her Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, March 24th, at 10:30 am at St. Matthew’s Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road in Livonia. Burial will follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery, Livonia. Memorials to the Livingston County Humane Society, PO Box 233, Avon, NY 14414 or a charity of your choice.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Wayland: At age 73, Bob passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 19, 2023 at his home in Wayland, NY. He was born in Lockport, NY to the late Irene and Lawrence C. Ribbeck. Bob is also predeceased by his wife Catherine (Larkin) Ribbeck and brother, David Paul Ribbeck. Survived by his sister, Sandra (Doug) Luengen; along with several nieces, nephews, and friends.

A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at Prince of Peace Church, 2311 George Urban Blvd., Depew, NY. Interment will take place privately at Pioneer Cemetery in Akron, NY.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Honeoye: At age 81, George passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY. He was born in Honeoye Falls to the late George and Rhoda Bullis. Survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Carol E. (Wheeler) Bullis; his children, Georgia (Bryon) Turner, Michael (Tammy) Bullis; his grandchildren, Jordon Cauwels, Savannah Berry, Dale Turner, Zach Turner and Mason Bullis and his siblings Carol, Lois, Mary, and Ray.

Friends and family are invited to call from 4-6PM on Monday, March 20, 2023 at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street in Honeoye, where George’s memorial service will take place at 6PM.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Richmond: At the age of 89, Richard passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, March 9, 2023 with his family by his side. He was born in Rochester, NY to the late Mary Ann (Fanning) Merrick. Richard is predeceased by his wife, Irene, brothers, Raymond, Robert and James Merrick; son-in -law, Henry Schwering, great-granddaughter, Hannah Guzman. Survived by his son; Richard (Susan) Merrick, daughters; Linda (Michael) Shukitis, Marianne Schwering, and Lisa Teuchert, grandchildren; Kimberly (Candelario) Guzman, Katie (Josh Seguin) Merrick, Kristin (Imoh Ikpot) Merrick, Tricia Merrick, Michael (Sara) Shukitis and Dan Shukitis, 8 great- grandchildren; brother; Donald (Sally) Merrick, sister; Loretta Paul and many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 from 3PM to 6:30PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 8624 Main Street, Rte 20A, Honeoye, where Richard’s funeral service will take place at 6:30pm,  immediately following calling hours. Interment will take place at 11AM on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery on Lake Ave, in Rochester, NY. We will meet at the Lake Avenue Gate at 10:30am. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Veterans Outreach Center, Canandaigua (#1631), 400 Fort Hill Avenue, Canandaigua, NY 14424. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Geneseo: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roderick Hinerman, a beloved member of the Geneseo, NY community. At age 85, Rod passed away peacefully on March 8, 2023 at the Teresa House in Geneseo, NY. He was born in Moundsville, WV to the late Fred and Merle Hinerman. Rod will be deeply missed by his wife of 61 years, Diane, children Lisa (Scott) Bedenbaugh and Jay (Patricia) Hinerman, and his grandchildren Mara, Jake, Anna and all of those whose lives he touched.

Rod was a kind, humorous and loving person. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who always put his family first. Rod had a love of sailing and his ‘boat people’, a great fish sandwich in Hawaii, and enjoying all of his friends at the Tavern or out for coffee.

There will be a celebration of his life to be announced later this year. In lieu of flowers or other items, the family asks for donations to be made to: Livingston County Hospice, 2 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris, NY 14510 or Teresa House, 21 Highland Road, Geneseo, NY 14454. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Wadsworth:  At age 91, Betty passed peacefully on March 8, 2023 at the Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation.  She was born on August 11, 1931 in Canandaigua, NY, to the late L. Burr and Rita (Folts) Scott.

Betty was a graduate of Wayland Central School and earned her Bachelor’s Degree from SUNY Geneseo, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 1958, and began her teaching career at Leicester School soon thereafter.  She went on to teach multiple grade levels at York Central Elementary School for over 30 years.  She also enjoyed sports and coached high school girls’ soccer and track for many years.

Betty enjoyed swimming in her pool, sipping a cup of tea, playing the piano, listening to classical music, watching old movies, and most importantly having a good book to read.  Her happiest times were her visits to the family cottage at her beloved Sharbot Lake, Ontario, Canada.

Betty was a member of the SUNY Alumni Association, Kappa Delta Pi, Geneseo Methodist Church, and her local book club.  She also donated her time to the Teresa House, a cause dear to her heart, and taught Vacation Bible School at the Covington Presbyterian Church.  She loved her family, was very proud of her grandchildren, and was always there to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Robert W. Parsons and her dear cousin, Muriel Shetler.  Survived by her sons, Michael (Terri) Parsons, Douglas Parsons, and Aaron (Vickie) Parsons; grandchildren, Nick (Amanda) Parsons, Casey Parsons, Sarah (Matthew) Durbin, Michael R. Parsons (John Ingle), Katie Parsons (Kyle Coffey); great-grandchildren, Mason, Brianna, and Cole Parsons and Jack and Anna Durbin’ half-siblings, Patricia Fitzpatrick and Ian Scott. Also survived by nieces, nephews and many other loving family and friends.  Special thanks to the kind caregivers and staff at the Livingston County CNR.

Family and friends may call on Saturday, March 18 ^th , from 10am-11am at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, where Betty’s Memorial Service will be held at 11am, following calling hours.  Burial will follow at Leicester Cemetery.  In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the York Fire Department & Ambulance, PO Box 409, York, NY  14592.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Rush/Livonia: At the age of 88, John passed away peacefully on March 7, 2023 in Rush, NY. He was born on February 1, 1935 in Olean, NY to the late Alex and Anna (Acierno) Cunningham. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his loving wife Nancy, sons James “Jamie” and Kevin Cunningham and brothers, Glenn and Wilford “Willy”; sisters, Shirley and Johanna. John is survived by his children, Tanis (Chris) Edd of Rush, Lora (Dan) Abbott of Rush, and Marcia (Chris) Welker of West Henrietta; brother, Gary Cunningham and sister, Ruth Hair. Grandchildren, Jessica (Will) Pape, Jeremy (Cate) Nettnin, Kirstin Welker, Amanda Edd, Daniel (Amanda) Abbott, Chelsea Abbott (Tanner), Stone Welker (Shelby); great-grandchildren, Trevor, Heidi, Chance, Vivien and Caleb; several nieces, nephews and friends.

Following high school John went on to attend college at Penn State University. After his studies he went on to serve in the United States Navy at the rank of seaman 1 ^st class. He was a member of the Jaycees, American Legion, Knights of Columbus, Lions Club and Conesus Lake Association.

Family and friends may call on Saturday, March 18 ^th , 2023, from 2-4pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc, 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY where John’s Memorial Service will be held at 4pm, following calling hours. Inurnment will take place in the spring at Rose Hill Cemetery in Smethport, PA on May 6. In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in John’s memory to support  Thoracic Insufficiency Syndrome . To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Rochester: At age 64, Dan passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 5, 2023 due to complications from Diabetes. He was born in Canandaigua, NY to the late Shirlee Catlin Noaker and Robert Noaker Sr. Dan is predeceased by his brother James J. Cofiend and his sister, Cynthia L. Noaker Klein. Survived by his siblings, Susan Cofield Read, Robert (Tammy) Noaker Jr., Kevin E. Noaker and Kelly A. Wachs.

Dan was a graduate of Canandaigua Academy where he was active in the Marching Band and competed in the Gorham Pageant of Bands. He played Tuba alongside his brother Kevin. Dan loved music and the Boston Red Sox.

Following High School, Dan proudly joined the Air Force and served as a Sergeant at the Pease Air Force Base in New Hampshire.

In keeping with Dan’s wishes there will be no formal calling hours or funeral services. Interment will take place privately at Richmond Center Cemetery in Richmond, NY. Memorial Contributions may be made to: Tunnels to Towers Foundation, t2t.org or to: your favorite Humane Shelter. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Caledonia-York: AT the age of 68, Russ passed peacefully on March 4, 2023 at Highland Hospital in Rochester, NY. He was born on November 29, 1954 in Batavia, NY to the late Fred and Dorothy (Wicket) Welsby. Predeceased by his sister Marilyn Welsby. He is survived by his children; Jennifer MacIntyre of Livonia, Stacey Welsby of Lakeville, Derek (Sarah) Welsby of Dansville, grandchildren; Shaelyn and Gavyn MacIntyre and Alexis Welsby, sisters; Denise Taylor and Nancy McArthur, mother of his children and dear friend Darlene (Stella) Welsby, along with several nieces and nephews and his dearest companion Pedro.

Russ graduated from Cal-Mum High School. He worked at Eastman Kodak in Rochester, NY as a truck driver until his retirement. Russ raised his family in Greigsville, NY where he loved to fish and hunt. His favorite fishing spot was Hemlock Lake.

A celebration of life will be held on March 25th, 2023 at the York Sportsman’s Club, 2883 Craig Road, Piffard, NY 14533 at 1:00pm. Memorial donations may be to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Pl, Memphis, TN 38105. To share a memory or a condolence , please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Conesus: On March 1, 2023, at the age of 65, Keith passed away at Noyes Hospital in Dansville, NY. Keith was born on January 8, 1958 in Clarkson, NY to the late Stanley and Lois (Yorkey) Simzer. Besides his parents he was predeceased by his brothers Stanley “Lee” Simzer and Raymond Simzer Sr. He is survived by his brothers; Mark Simzer and Paul (Carla) Simzer, nephews Raymond Jr (Jennifer) Simzer and Adam Simzer, great-nephews; Raymond, Darryl, and Evan, great-nieces; Haile, Lucy and Ally. Also many cousins and friends along with dearest dogs Sissy and Nick.

Keith was born in Clarkson, NY and then moved to Conesus, NY in the late 1980’s where he has lived ever since. Keith loved to fish and hunt and his favorite fishing spots were on Hemlock lake and Canadice Lake.

At Keith’s request no formal funeral services will be held. To share a memory or a condolence please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Avon, NY/ Advance, NC:  Mr. Frederick William Helmbold Jr., 79, passed away Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at Bermuda Commons in Advance, NC.  He was born October 13, 1943, in Schenectady, NY to the late Frederick William Helmbold Sr. and Grace Burkhardt Helmbold. Surviving is his wife of 57 years, Lynne F. Helmbold; daughter, Kristen (Dennis) Brechko of NC; son, Fritz (Lorie) Helmbold of Avon; grandson, Nathan Helmbold and three granddaughters, Amanda and Elena Brechko and Alyssa Helmbold.

Fred and Lynne raised their family in Avon, NY residing on Lake Road for most of their lives.  He was a well known general contractor in Avon for many years.  Fred always enjoyed a cup of coffee and a good conversation.

A private family funeral service will be held in North Carolina.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Vincent House, 310 2nd Avenue, Wayland, NY 14572.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com