Conesus: Richard J. French, Sr., 72 years, of Partridge Corners Road, Conesus, NY died unexpectedly, Thursday August 26, 2011 at home. He was born in Rochester NY, December 12, 1938 the the son of Frederick and Regina Gauss French. He was a graduate of Corpus Christi Grammar School and Charlotte High School both in Rochester. A retiree of Eastman Kodak Co., he also was a member of St. Matthews Church in Livonia. He was predeceased by his wife Patricia in 2000.

He is survived by his son, Richard J. (Gwenn) French, Jr. of Livonia; daughter, Patricia (Robert) Wonsey of Lima, NY. His grandchildren, Melissa French, Michael Wonsey, and Matthew French. 4 great-grandchildren, Devante, Steffan, Emma and Kylee. 1 brother and 2 sisters. Several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call Sunday, August 28, 2011 from 5 – 8 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. 21 Big Tree St., Routes 15 & 20A, Livonia. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday, 10 AM at St. Matthews Church, Route 20A, Livonia, NY, with Rev. John H. Hayes officiating. Burial, G. Arnold Cemetery, Conesus. Friends wishing may make memorial contributions to the National Kidney Foundation of Upstate NY, 15 Prince St. Rochester, NY 14607. To send condolences, share a memory, or for further information, please visit:
www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com