Beverly passed away suddenly on February 7th, 2021 at the age of 73 to join her beloved husband of 54 years, Andrew. She was also predeceased by her parents Gabriel and Loretta (Ricci) Sortino, her brothers Philip and James Sortino, sister in law Bernadette (Kreyer) Sortino and sister Sarah Sortino.
She is survived by her loving children Julie Place, Mark (Emelita) Place, Michelle Weis, Raymond (Alana) Brzezinski, and Joseph Brzezinski. Her 6 grandchildren Gabby, Ryan (Elise), London, Emma, Xander and Jacob. Her brother Richard (JoAnne) Sortino, sister in law Fran Sortino, Aunts Ann Ricci and Sue Ricci. As well as several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many close friends.
Beverly was born and raised in East Rochester, New York, where she attended school with the class of 1965. Bev and Andy also lived and raised their family in East Rochester. Bev kept in close contact and attended every gathering she could with her former classmates. Bev was very involved with a military support group during and after the Gulf War.
She took pride in her children and grandchildren who she loved to spoil. She and Andy never missed a game or activity with their kids and grandkids. They enjoyed their retirement years together and being with family and friends.
Calling hours for both Andrew (10/08/1942-01/25/2021) and Beverly (09/26/1947-02/07/2021)
Friday 02/12/2021 5:00pm-7:00 pm
At the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home
7501 Pittsford Palmyra Rd. Fairport NY 14450
St. Jerome’s Church
Funeral Mass for Beverly
Saturday 02/13/2021 9:00am
207 Garfield St.
In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation in her memory to:
Golisano Children’s Hospital
Larry and Cindy Block
Alumni + Adventure Center
300 East River Rd.
P. O. Box 278996
Rochester, NY, 14627
Comments
18 responses to “Place, Beverly”
Such a great loss for the ER community as well as the Sortino and Place Family. RIP Andy and Beverly. You both will be greatly missed by all who knew you and loved you.
Julie and family, I don’t have the words to express my feeling of grief for you. I hope you can find some solace in knowing that they are at peace together as they had been in life. Once more on each other’s arms in eternal rest. Sending love….
Mark, Julie and Michelle, Bev has been my friend for 50 years .To think she is gone to met Andy makes her death more bearable but just to soon….II know God takes when he wants but it doesn’t make it any easier….Please in time you will all share your memories of her, how she laughed and loved.. Please include Carol and me the three of us were best of friends and shared so many laughs and tears… Place your arms around your family hold tight and know your all loved.. just wish i could be here i am in spirit just not the same..how i will miss hour phone chats
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My most heartfelt condolences to all Aunt Bev’s family and friends, both Bev and Andy are gone too soon…will miss you both..xo
To Bev and Andy’s family. There are no words to make things better but knowing how many people loved your parents and will miss them as you do may comfort you. They were such a great loving couple.
Mark, Emma,& Family May Bev & Andy RIP together forever. May fond memories warm your hearts with their love. I enjoyed their friendship and stories about the grand-children. how proud they where of them. Sharing your loss of a great lady & mom
I send my condolences to Beverly’s surviving family, her children and grandchildren. I had the extreme pleasure being the 1965 class advisor. From the comments on this obituary page it’s obvious that Beverly had a very huge heart. She is in God’s Holy Kingdom and He will continue to use Beverly forever. Thanks be to God!
I came to know Bev more closely these last 15 years. She cared greatly for her family, grandchildren, nieces and nephews, shared their joys and was proud of their accomplishments. She was a pillar of strength. She loved her friends equally and was there for them whenever needed.
Classmates enjoyed working with her on class events. She gave us great ideas and was quick to help and support our events, and added joy at our events . She never lacked for some humorous story or comments. kept things light in stressful moments; fun to be with!!
Bev exceeded the definition of Kindness……I am certain you are welcomed into our Lord’s house.
My deepest condolences to all of Bev’s & Andy’s family. They were a wonderful, loving team and will be sorely missed. Cherish the warm memories – and I’m sure there are many. I know I treasure all of my times over the many years that I go to spend with, Bev especially, and the numerous “catching up” phone conversations. The class of ’65 won’t feel the same without Beverly – and the planning committee with surely miss her cheering us on and always going the extra mile to create a successful event. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Beverly was such a kind and selfless woman. I know how much the East Rochester community will miss her and Andy. My deepest condolences to all of you.
No words can possibly comfort all of you. So very sad. I hope knowing you are all very loved and have family and friends that are there for you. Love to all, Aunt Vicky
simply heart breaking, will be missed forever
My deepest condolences to you family. We grew up together on the north side, and l have many fond memories of Beverly, ..
I still have mesages on my phone from your mom I will miss her
I met your mom during the Gulf War as my wife and I worked with her at military support functions, and we kept in touch through the military retiree luncheons that she and Andy occasionally attended. I last spoke with her the day before your dad passed, and it was obvious how much she loved her Andy. May they both rest in eternal peace together.
Again a time when words have no meaning and then again mean so much. I was her vice president of the Gulf War Association that Bev started and that was just one area that she cared deeply about. God will give you the strength to get through this and to some day enjoy all the good that your parents brought to this world.
Beverly was the definition of friend. She was a savior to many veterans. Her life wasn’t easy but she never gave up. She will be missed.
I am deeply sorry for the lost of both of your parents, I knew your day thru the guard he was great guy to know, I met your mother once she was a beautiful person, may they both RIP in they are now together in eternal pARADISE