Michael Daniel DeLaus beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, aged 87, of Fairport, New York passed away on January 11, 2023 surrounded by family. Mike was born in Rochester, New York and moved to Fairport in 1973. He graduated from Aquinas Institute, then earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education at SUNY Brockport and a Master’s Degree in Education at the University of Rochester. He began his teaching career as a physical education teacher at Rochester School #14 then became a dedicated guidance counselor at John Marshall High School in Rochester. He loved working with students and impacted many lives. He also served on the Fairport Board of Education for nine years and the Monroe #1 BOCES school board for thirty-seven years. He loved the New York Yankees, Buffalo Bills, cooking, traveling, opera, watching World War II movies, family vacations, telling stories, dancing to Abba’s “Dancing Queen” with his grandchildren, his Italian heritage and above all else his family. Mike was also a faithful Catholic.
Beloved husband of nearly 65 years to Jacquelin (nee Carlin). Wonderful father to Patrice, Michael (Susan), Gregory (Elizabeth), David (Donna) and Thomas (Lori). Fun loving grandfather to Thomas DeLaus (Jessica), Jacquelin Scully Mikolajczyk (Andrew), Danielle DeLaus, Charles Scully (Casey), Matthew, Devan, Michael, Catherine, Robert, David, Jonathan and Daniel DeLaus. Devoted great-grandfather to Madeline and Lucy. Also survived by his loving sister Louise Ann and sisters-in-law Joanne and Barbara DeLaus and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Pre-deceased by his parents Daniel and Angelina DeLaus and brothers Daniel, Frank, Ronald and Charles.
Calling Hours Monday, January 16th from 5-8:00 pm at the Richard H. Kennan Funeral Home (Egypt location) 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Rd. Fairport, NY 14450.
A funeral mass will be celebrated in his memory on Tuesday, January 17 at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of the Assumption 20 East Avenue Fairport, NY. The mass will be livestreamed at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7KDwYZKNC67ztipGFGdryQ
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mike’s name to the “Church of the Assumption Mercy Fund” and may be mailed to the Church of the Assumption 20 East Avenue Fairport, NY 14450
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25 responses to “DeLaus, Michael Daniel”
The FHS Class of ’77 extends its deepest sympathies to our classmate Patrice and all the DeLaus family members of the passing of Mr. DeLaus. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
From myself and all the members of the class of 77 and all the students that were lucky enough to have Mr. De Laus as a mentor, I offer my deep regrets to
his family and friends. He was a true bird of this world. I quote this from the Andy Griffith show which means, A special person we were blessed to have in our lives. Mike was that kind of person.
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His legacy lives on with his wonderful daughter Patrice and her wonderful children ( and now grandchildren ). ❤️
Mike was one of the first people to offer advice when I served on the Brighton BOE. He showed me the ropes at my first New York School Boards Convention. A big loss to our community.
Beautiful memories and family, our deepest sympathies and prayers to Michael and his family. God bless.
Our deepest sympathies to the entire DeLaus family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I am sorry for the family’s loss of a great man. He was always there when asked or needed.
He will be missed.
Rocco Viele & family
What sad news! I served with Mike on the Monroe #1 BOCES Board of Education and the Monroe County School Boards Association for 10 years. Mike was a wonderful friend and colleague who cared deeply about the children we served. May his memory be a blessing and bring comfort in the days and months ahead.
My since sympathy to Jackie and her family. May your wonderful memories provide you some comfort!?❤️
To the DeLaus Family, my sincere condolences.
Mr DeLaus’ humor, no nonsense attitude & ability to understand which methods of logic & persuasion he needed to employ to move each us forward towards adulthood, was a gift for many in John Marshall’s class of 1982.
He joined us at our 40th year reunion this past September… full of life, with that mischievous twinkle in his eye & smile on his face. It was a gift & joy to see him again.
Mr. DeLaus’ influence was felt by many & he’ll be remembered for many years to come. To a life well lived!
Some comments from my classmates … https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=5234952333286617&id=100003157060145&mibextid=Nif5oz
So sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. Although I haven’t seen him in many years, I can’t forget my first years in Rochester as a young physician when Jacky and Mike invited us into their home with such warmth and humor, not to forget Mike’s pasta sauce, probably the best I’ve ever had! I wish Jacky and her lovely family peace and strength in their grieving.
Mr. DeLaus was my favorite at John Marshall! Wonderful man. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
My thoughts prayers and deepest condolences to the entire family . I was truly blessed in my like to have Mike as my guidance counselor for 6 yrs as JMHS. He was such a wonderful listener and always supportive and willing to go above and beyond for each of his students. He had such a wonderful sense of humor . It was wonderful to see him this past September at our 40th class reunion. He was top notch and truly unforgettable. RIP you are forever loved.
Age and infirmity prevent me from attending either of the services for Michael DeLaus; so I take this way of expressing condolences to his family. Mike was a colleague at John Marshall H.S. in the 80s and early 90s and one of a group of Marshall retirees who met for breakfast for several years the second Tuesday of the month. Mike’s energy, liveness and commitment to education made him an outstanding guidance counselor to many Marshall students and distinguished his service to his community. With affection and sympathy.
Mike was a truly wonderful human being. I enjoyed my days in Fairport and all dealings with him as a BOCES board member. Mike was a dedicated supporter of Joining Hearts and Hands. His generosity saved the lives of many of our kids in Kenya. May he be in God’s hands.
Mike’s influence in the lives of so many students at John Marshall is a grand accomplishment. He led and counseled with dignity and humor and was so well loved by those who were fortunate enough to know him. My condolences to you, the family, and thank you for sharing such a great man whose impact has been felt by many tenth warders. He will be greatly missed.
So sorry to hear of Mike’s passing he was a great man and cared deeply about others. Especially the children as he served through many years voluntarily..My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this difficult time..
Our sincere sympathy to Patrice and the entire DeLaus family on the passing of Mike. By what we have heard and read, he was one of a kind. We are keeping him in our prayers. May he rest in peace.
Hi Jackie and family!
Unfortunately I cannot be with you for Mike’s funeral because of a previous commitment.
Please know of my prayers and thoughts as you journey through these days of grief and separation.
I always enjoyed being with Mike, both a Friday gatherings and traveling to Europe.
Blessings always!
Peace and courage,
Mike Bausch
My deepest condolences to David and the entire DeLaus family. You are in our Thoughts and Prayers.
God Bless our Aquinas Brother.
Sorry I could’t be there with all of you but I will always rememberr my smiling cousin and beautiful wife Jackie and the good times at webster park with you all.To my always loving cousin Louizann I love you and that sweet face that I will pray for all of you all
Jackie and family – I was so sorry to hear about Mike’s passing. He was a great guy, always making everyone laugh, great story teller. He will be missed by all who knew him. Love to All.
Patrice, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. May your memories warm your heart.❤️Patti