Author: Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home

Gary E. Firlit passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at the age of 74.  Gary was born on December 21, 1949 in Utica, NY to the late Edward and Ann Jean Firlit.  He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Cheri Robedeau Firlit, and sons Gary E. Firlit, Jr (Anthony) and Michael Firlit…

Barbara J. Buck passed away on Wednesday May 29, 2024 at Highland hospital with family at her bedside. She was born Sept 4, 1946 in Rochester NY. She was predeceased by her parents, Willard Mengel  and Thelma Sage. She is survived by her devoted husband John, brothers Richard Mengel (Theresa), twin brother Bruce (Colleen), nephews Brandon Mengel, and Michael…

Luise Wegner Brewer Zuch passed away on May 30, 2024, following a short illness.  She was born in Krielow, Germany on August 30, 1945, and immigrated to West Pittston, Pennsylvania in 1956 with her parents, Gustav and Maria Wegner, and her older sisters, Ruth and Doni.  In 1959, the family moved to St. Joseph, Michigan.  During an internship while she was still a high school student, Luise…

Lucy Bugay, wife of the late Stephen Edward Bugay, and beloved mother and grandmother, quietly passed away the morning of June 2nd, 2024.  Lucy’s memory is honored by her son David, his wife Terri, their children; Chris, Ryley, Kyle, and Samantha, along with her daughter Barbara, and husband Nick,  and their daughter Emma (19). Born…

Marie passed away on June 1, 2024 at the age of 77. She was predeceased by her husband, Bob, her parents, Jack and Alice Hanlon, and her sister Sue Weisenborn. Marie is survived by her loving and devoted daughter, Anne Marie, her sister, Catherine (Peter) Lockington, brother and sisters in law, Joanne Coast, Jim (Arlene)…

Robert “Bob” Bouchard passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2024 after a long life.  Bob was a longtime resident of Fairport, NY where he lived with his wife Helen. Bob is predeceased by his wife Helen Bouchard, his son David Bouchard and his first wife Bertha Bouchard.  He is survived by his children Susan Pilaroscia,…

Kevin Bruce Stiner, aged 50, of Palmyra, NY passed away on May 20, 2024 from a long illness.  He was born August 4, 1973 to Calvin Stiner Sr. and Rose Stiner whom he is predeceased by. Kevin was born a joyous angel.  Blind with cerebral palsy and intellectual disabilities, he was always smiling and loving.…

Dianne M. (Vanderwall) Ryder Dianne M. (Vanderwall) Ryder, 84, passed away on May 23, 2024, in Webster, NY. She was born on May 25, 1939, in Fairport, NY. Dianne was known for her friendly nature, quick smile, hardworking spirit, independence, and love for her family. She was a business owner early in her career (Dianne’s…

David J. Rector – Fairport, NY.  David passed away peacefully on a beautiful, sunny afternoon at home, surrounded by his family on May 23, 2024. Dave was born on March 19, 1937 on his family’s kitchen table in Buffalo, NY. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Jane, of almost 65 years and…

Veneranda (Rhonda) Josephine Grace Ruocco (Mapes), 69 of Corning, NY passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2024, after a 7 year battle with cancer.  Rhonda was born in Corning, NY to parents Rose and Carlo Ruocco. Rhonda graduated from Corning East High School in 1974 and later worked as a Teacher’s Aide through Steuben County BOCES…