News across Greater Rochester

Russell, Franklin T.
Newark - Franklin T. Russell, 90, of Newark, New York, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, in Newark. Franklin Russell lived a life defined by service—to his country, his profession, his community, and above all, his family. A respected attorney and judge, educator,…

Savage, Michael Gerald
North Rose/ Wolcott - Gerald Savage died September 26, 2026, at Strong Memorial Hospital. He was born November 24,1946, in Massena, New York, son of the late Gerald H. Savage and the late Helena C. White. He graduated from Massena high school in 1964, went on to LeMoyne College,…

Beebe, Jillian “GG”
November 5, 1989 – September 22, 2026 Palmyra - Jillian Lee Beebe, 36, of Palmyra, New York, passed away unexpectedly in her home Thursday, September 22, 2026. Jillian was born November 5, 1989, to the late Curtis Beebe and Deborah Joiner. Jillian was a kind and caring soul;…

Adriaansen, Mary Clark
MARION: Mary Clark Adriaansen passed away on September 17, 2026 at the age of 85. She is predeceased by her parents, Bruce and Adelaide Clark, and brother, Bruce Clark Jr. Mary is lovingly survived by her husband of 63 years, Richard; sons, Douglas Adriaansen (Donna), Paul…

Henderson, Kenneth
NEWARK - Kenneth Robert Henderson, 79, of Leesburg, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2026, just two days shy of his 80th birthday. Born on August 17, 1946, in Sodus, New York, Kenneth was the son of Robert and Naomi Lee Henderson. He graduated from Newark High School…

Griffis, Caroline Schutt (Kitty)
MARION: Caroline was born on April 11, 1937, and passed away at home with her family by her side on September 25, 2026. Caroline was predeceased by her husband, Frederick Griffis; parents, Carl and Laura Schutt; brothers, Carl and Robert Schutt; and sisters, Erma Clark and Arlene…

Palmer, Mrs. Eleanor (Ellie) Filmer
Pultneyville/ Plattsburg, NY - Mrs. Eleanor (Ellie) Filmer Palmer passed away on September 26th at her home in Plattsburgh, NY. She was born on May 8, 1930, in Gloversville, New York to parents Stewart and Charlotte Filmer. Mrs. Palmer is predeceased by her beloved son Scott…

Land, Edward T.
Lyons - Edward T Land, 74, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, surrounded by his family. Family will greet friends from 11 a.m to 1 p.m on Tuesday, September 29th, 2026 at Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, 124 W Miller Street, Newark, NY 14513. Ed’s graveside service…

Greenly, Adam
Adam passed away peacefully at home on September 21, 2026, surrounded by the love of his wife and children. Born on October 25, 1966, in Rochester, New York, to Lynne Parker and Charles Greenly, he was the second of three brothers. Adam attended Roth High School and earned a…

Leonard, Richard “Rich” A., Jr.
Clyde---Richard “Rich” A. Leonard Jr., 76, of Clyde, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Rich was a proud Vietnam veteran who served his country with honor. Known affectionately by many as “the man on the mountain,” he carried that same…

Orbaker, Sally J.
Arcadia, Florida / Pultneyville, NY: Sally J. Orbaker, 83, of Arcadia, Florida and Pultneyville, NY passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026. Born on January 28, 1943 to the late William and Jean Fanning Stevenson, and a graduate of Leroy High School Class of 1961. She was a…

Fowler, Ricky E.
January 13, 1948 - September 16, 2026 Sodus: Rick E. Fowler passed away peacefully at his home Wednesday September 16, 2026, with his loving family by his side. Friends and family are invited to call from 4:00-7:00pm on Friday October 2, 2026 at Norton Funeral Home, 45 W. Main…