South Bristol: At age 68, Steve passed peacefully at home on March 20, 2022. He was born on November 4, 1953 to the late Victor and Patricia (O’Neill) Zukaitis. Survived by his wife Linda (Ball) Zukaitis; son Jason Leone of Rochester; grandson Preston R. Leone (Kaylyn Baillargeon) of Fairport; great-grandson Alfred “Freddie” Leone; siblings, Mark Zukaitis of Maryland, Donna (Joe) Falcone of Georgia, and Peggy (Bill) Goy of Hilton; also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
Steve was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and trapping. He loved life in the Bristol Hills. He was a member of the South Bristol Fish and Game Club. He was also proud to be a Master Mason, belonging to Union Lodge #45, in Lima, NY. Steve was a retired tool maker/ mold maker.
Family and friends may call on Friday, March 25 th , from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 8624 Main Street, Rte 20A, Honeoye, NY where Steve’s Funeral Service will be held at 1pm on Saturday, March 26 th . Interment will be held privately. A Celebration of Life Gathering will follow the service at the Richmond Fire Department. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Richmond Ambulance, PO Box 469, Honeoye, NY 14471. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Linda, to you and your family, our sincere sympathy. Prayers for y’all and a special big hug for you. Susie and Michael Rose
Very sad to hear of this news. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Linda, we are so sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are of you and your family! May your wonderful memories of your life together help to ease the pain and sorrow. Our sincere sympathy!Keith & Kathy Stumbo
Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Linda, I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Linda,I am very sorry for your loss, Steve was a great man and friend to many especially the brothers of Union No. 45. Though I did not personally know Steve well, the time I spent visiting at your home made me wish I did. If there is anything you need please do not hesitate to reach out.
SincerelyJamie Treuthart
I am so very sorry, Linda. Hugs!
Thinking of you and your family Linda-So sorry to hear of Steve’s passing. He certainly fought the good fight. Will hold you all in prayer. Much love, Vince and Maggi Masci
Linda, sorry to hear of Steve’s passing, our prayers are with you.
We are very sorry for your loss.
I am so very sorry for you and all of your family.