U.S., Obituary Collection, 1930-CurrentLouis J. Fracassi
January 15, 1926 - October 30, 2003
Pre-deceased by: Parents, Dominic & Mary Fracassi.
Survived by: Survived by his lifelong companion Zella Fanning; children, Louis D. (Kathleen) Fracassi, Maria (Fred) Costanza; grandchildren, Carrie (Erick) Webster, Michelle (Bill) Spear, Michael (Brianne) Fracassi, Fred Costanza, Steven Costanza; great-granchildren Kristina Franchuk, Andrew Franchuk, Kaitlyn Webster; sister Louisa (Felix) Gavnig; friends, John (Alisa) Fanning, Dennis Fanning, Carly Fanning; several nieces and nephews.
Born at: Rochester, NY
History: Louis retired from Bausch & Lomb after 46 years of service where he worked as a supervisor.
Accomplishments: Louis enjoyed sports, especially baseball, football and basketball. He was a fan of the Boston Celtices and NY Yankees. He enjoyed taking walks on the pier in Charlotte, eating out and attending Red Wing games.
Donations: In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to American Heart Association, 2113 Chili Ave., Roch., NY 14624 in Louis`s memory.
Services: BARTOLOMEO & PEROTTO Funeral Home, Inc., 1411 Vintage Lane (Between 390 & Long Pond Rd.) where Louis`s visitation will be Sunday November 2, 1-5 PM. Louis`s Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday November 3, 9:30 AM at St. Mark`s Church, 54 Kuhn Rd. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
Debra Ann "Debbie" (Boneham) Chrysafides
July 1, 1936 - November 2, 2003
Pre-deceased by: Parents, Percy & Corinne Boneham.
Survived by: Survived by her husband Peter Chrysafides; children, Vicki (Bob) Marrujo, Bill (Robin) Chrysafides; grandchildren, Kyle Marrujo, Jessica Chrysafides, Sarah Marrujo, Dilan Chrysafides; brothers, James (Phyllis) Boneham & Peter Boneham; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Born at: Rochester, NY
Accomplishments: Debbie loved her family and enjoyed her grandchildren very much. She kept everything her children made for her while they were growing up. She was very kind and a sweet person. Debbie enjoyed gardening, music, ballet, animals, cooking, angels, casino`s, shopping and jewelry. Her favorite saying to put on greeting cards was "Ta Da".
Donations: In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to American Cancer Society, 1400 Winton Rd. N., Rochester, NY 14609 in Debbie`s memory.
Services: BARTOLOMEO & PEROTTO Funeral Home, Inc., 1411 Vintage Lane (Between 390 & Long Pond Rd.) where Debbie`s visitation will be Wednesday November 5, 2-4 & 7-9. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday November 6, 11 AM at St. Mary`s Church (downtown). Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
AnnaMaria (Ferraro)LaPietra
October 5, 1911 - November 5, 2003
Pre-deceased by: Her husband, Gabriel LaPietra; parents, Vincenzo & Angelarosa Ferraro.
Survived by: GATES: November 5, 2003. She is survived by her children, Saverio "Silvio" (Eleanor) LaPietra, Luigi (Rosemarie) LaPietra, Cathy (Tony) Passamonte, Michelina "Mickey" (Tony) Ruggiero; grandchildren, Gary (Beth) LaPietra, Maria (Steve) Spencer, Joe (Ellyn) LaPietra, AnnaMaria (Joe) Arnone, Lisa (Domenic) Mattia, Tina (Mike) Carpino, Laurie Passamonte, Chris (Kara) Passamonte, Mike Passamonte, Pete Ruggiero, Gino Ruggiero, John Paul Ruggiero; 16 great grandchildren; sister, Michelina "Mickey" Valle; brother, Clemente Ferraro; several nieces & nephews.
Born at: Rochester, NY
Donations: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Breast Cancer Coalition, 840 University Ave. Rochester, NY 14607, in AnnaMaria`s Memory.
Services: BARTOLOMEO & PEROTTO Funeral Home, Inc. 1411 Vintage Lane (between 390 & Long Pond Rd.) where AnnaMaria`s visitation will be Sunday November 9, 2003 from 5-9 PM. All are invited to attend AnnaMaria`s Funeral Mass on Monday November 10, 2003 at 9:30 AM at Holy Apostles Church (Lyell Ave.) Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
Directions to Service: Holy Apostles Church is located on Lyell Ave. at the corner of Austin St. in Rochester.
Lucy "Happy" Fedele
May 23, 1925 - November 9, 2003
Pre-deceased by: Her husband, Nunzio Fedele; parents, Peter & Mary Cignarale.
Survived by: November 9, 2003 at age 78. She is survived by her children, Marie (Anthony) Serafine, Nancy (William) Bianchi, John (Lucille) Fedele; grandchildren, Anthony (Natasha) Serafine Jr., Mary Christine Serafine, Joseph Bianchi, Gina Bianchi, Julie Bianchi, Andrew Fedele, Mark Fedele, Nicholas Fedele; brothers & sister, John (Irene) Cignarale, Frank (Rena) Cignarale, Josephine Griffo; brother-in-law, Vincent Fedele; sisters-in-law, Phyllis Fiorica, Fannie Allotta; special friend, Betty Mattucci; many nieces, nephews & dear friends.
Born at: Rochester, NY
History: Lucy was a self employed hairdresser. She was a good cook who loved to cook for her family and friends. She was known for her wandies. She loved to be with her husband and around her children and grandchildren whom she loved very much. She was dearly loved by her family and she will be sadly missed by them.
Services: BARTOLOMEO & PEROTTO Funeral Home, Inc. 1411 Vintage Lane (between 390 & Long Pond Rd.) Visiting Hours will be Tuesday November 11, 2003 from 2-4 & 7-9. All are invited to attend prayers at the Funeral Home on Wednesday November 12, 2003 at 8:30 AM followed by Lucy`s Funeral Mass at 9:30 AM at St. John The Evangelist Church (Ridge Rd. W.). Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
Directions to Service: St. John The Evangelist Church is located at 2400 Ridge Rd. West in Greece.
Patsy Ruth Altobelli
March 14, 1932 - November 6, 2003
Survived by: Survived by her husband Joe; children Mike (Linda), Mark, Jody (Don) Collichio, Jackie (Dan) McAlpin, Jerry, Joe (Jenn); grandchildren Melissa (Dave) Brunsting, Amy, Mark, Erin(James Schutt), Don, Sarah, Daniel, Darlene, Philip, David, Stephen, Matt, Nick, Kevin, Joe, Cody, Tristan and Zoe; great- granddaughter Charleen; sister Mary Lou Williams.
Born at: Fulton, KY
History: Raised in the south, she loved to sing hymns she learned in church. She had great faith in the Lord and taught her children about Jesus. She was a “wife”, “mom” and “grandma” in every sense of the words. From unconditional love to wiping running noses she was the one constant person to turn to throughout the lives of her husband and six children. Although her physical presence has left us, her spirit will continue to influence the way we lead our lives. She was a selfless and kind person who could brighten your day with just a smile and a gaze from her beautiful blue eyes. Her Song: "Oh you can smile, When you can`t say a word you can smile. When you cannot be heard you can smile. When it`s cloudy or fair, you can smile anytime, anywhere". Patsy`s favorite hobby was playing bingo and singing
Donations: In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in honor of Patsy to the Altobelli Family Fund at RACF, 500 East Avenue, Rochester NY 14607. This fund is for the benefit of local charitable needs.
Services: Patsy`s visiting hours will be held from 3PM until 7PM Monday November 10. Her funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family
Chester C. Hurysz
June 27, 1919 - November 8, 2003
Pre-deceased by: Predeceased by his parents, Ignats & Marianna Hurysz; brothers, Kie Hurysz, Theodore Hurysz; sister Clara Budinski.
Survived by: Survived by his wife Josephine (Provenzano) Hurysz; brother Richard Hurysz; several nieces and nephews.
Born at: Rochester, NY
History: Chester was a sorter for the US Postal Service. He was a WWII Veteran and a member of the Michalski Post.
Accomplishments: Chester was very friendly and well liked by all who knew him. He enjoyed gardening and baseball. Chester wintered in Florida and always looked forward to watching spring training camp for the professional baseball teams who practiced nearby.
Donations: In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to American Heart Association, 2113 Chili Ave., Rochester, NY 14624 in Chester`s memory.
Services: BARTOLOMEO & PEROTTO Funeral Home, Inc., 1411 Vintage Lane (between 390 & Long Pond Rd.) where Chester`s visitation will be Thursday 4-8 PM. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday 9:30 AM at St. John the Evangelist Church, 2400 W. Ridge Rd. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
Arline I. (Heiligenthaler) Mandara
June 21, 1924 - November 13, 2003
Pre-deceased by: Predeceased by her husband Hank Mandara & brother Herbert Heil; parents, Edward & Alice Heiligenthaler.
Survived by: Survived by her children, Suzann (Louis) Guerra, Arthur (Eileen) Mandara, Thomas (Laura) Mandara, Michael (Tristen) Mandara, Edward (Kara) Mandara; grandchildren, Christine (Kevin) Durant, Jennifer (Dennis) Bubel, Elizabeth (Matt) Gatsch, Jason (Kelly) Mandara, Bryan Mandara, Lacy Mandara, Carly Mandara, Daniel Mandara, Brittney Mandara, Alison Mandara, Zachary Mandara, Rayna Mandara; great-grandchildren, Nathan, Megan and Emily; sisters-in-law, Rosemary (Ormond) Maeder, Phyllis Mandara & Leona Heil; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Born at: Rochester, NY
Donations: In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to St. Mary`s Hospice, 89 Genesee St., Rochester, NY 14611 in Arline`s memory.
Services: BARTOLOMEO & PEROTTO Funeral Home, Inc., 1411 Vintage Lane (Between 390 & Long Pond Rd.) where Arline`s visitation will be Friday November 14, 2-4:30 & 7-9 PM. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated Satruday November 15, 10 Am at St. Theodore`s Church, 168 Spencerport Rd. Interment Holy Ghost Cemetery.
Louis R. Luciano
April 14, 1921 - October 23, 2003
Pre-deceased by: His parents, Louis & Petronilla Luciano.
Survived by: October 23, 2003.Survived by his wife of 53 yrs, Carmella (Todisco). Mother of Rita Kulenek, Louis L. Luciano and James Luciano. Grandfather of Kim Kulenek, Kenneth (Bobbie Jo) Kulenek and Marcus Luciano. Great Grandfather of Caleb Kulenek. Brother and Brother in Law of Rachel Bianchi, Lena Luciano, Libby Luciano, Jerry Martino, Kay & Rosemarie Luciano and Josephine Dalykas, several Nieces & Nephews.
Born at: Peac Dale, Rhode Island
History: Louis was a WWII Veteran. He was an employee of Monroe Forging & Eastman Kodak. He was a member of the Piccolo Post and St. John The Evangelist Church.
Donations: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Louis` Memory to the Alzheimers Assn., 435 E. Henrietta Rd. Rochester, NY 14620.
Services: BARTOLOMEO & PEROTTO Funeral Home Inc. 1411 Vintage Lane (between 390 & Long Pond Rd) Visitation SUNDAY October 26, 2003 from 2-4 & 7-9. On Monday October 27, 2003, Family & Friends may go directly to St. John The Evangelist Church (Ridge Rd. W.) for Louis`s funeral Mass at 9:30 A.M. Entombment Riverside Cemetery.
Directions to Service: St. John the Evangelist Church is located at 2400 Ridge Rd. West in Greece.
