Elizabeth B. Hessney
Age 71
Fairport, NY
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 26, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer.
She was predeceased by her mother Barbara Wimberly, father Albert Bossard, Jr, sister Natalie Cousins and nephew Roger Douglas DePuyt II.
She is survived by her beloved husband and soul mate of 44 years John Hessney, sister Louisa (Scott) Sunderman of Weybridge, England, cousin Mary Stafford of Hoboken, NJ, sister-in-law Marcia (Martin) Teague, sister-in-law Joanne DePuyt, nieces Sara Sunderman, Theresa (Shane) Kassler, Ashleigh Andre’, nephew James Andre’ III, great niece Mikayla Kassler and her faithful King Charles Spaniel companion George.
A chance to meet with her always led to a lifelong friendship. She was a kind and generous person who always thought of others before herself. She was a graduate of Pittsford Sutherland High School and Wells College where she received her bachelor’s in philosophy.
The family extends their deepest gratitude to her wonderful doctors these past few years and a special thank you to the wonderful and compassionate nurses, and volunteers at The Advent House who took outstanding care of our Elizabeth in her final days.
A memorial service will be held at White Haven Memorial Park, All Season’s Chapel, located at 210 Marsh Road, Pittsford, NY 14534 on Thursday, May 7th at 11:30 am followed by a private interment.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation made in Elizabeth’s memory to The Advent House, 1010 Moseley Rd, Fairport, NY 14450 or Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY 14450.
23 responses to “Hessney, Elizabeth B.”
Dear Hessney Family,
It was an honor to care for Elizabeth at Advent House this past Saturday night. I told how much I love Cavaliers and that wish I could meet George. Sending you comfort and peace in the coming days.
~Beth
Advent volunteer and Lollypop Farm staff
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Dear Hessney Family,
It was an honor to care for Elizabeth at Advent House this past Saturday night. I told her how much I love Cavaliers and that I wish I could meet George. Sending you comfort and peace in the coming days.
~Beth
Advent volunteer and Lollypop Farm staff
So sorry to hear the passing of Elizabeth my sincere Condolences to John along with the Family may she rest in peace.🙏🙏
John, I’m so sorry to hear of Elizabeth’s passing. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
So sorry to hear of Elizabeth’s passing. She was a delightful person. John, our thoughts are with you.
Mike and Julie
John i am so sorry to hear about Elizabeth’s passing. I will very much miss making her double espressos and her always asking me about Sparky. I am thinking about you and hope you will stop in to see us soon. I will miss her smile. I love you both!
Niko “Pane Vino “
John, our sincerest condolences.
From the Heppner family.
John
Our sincerest condolences.
The Contrera Family
John, I’m so sorry for your loss. Elizabeth was a wonderful person. My deepest condolences too John and their family.
This breaks my heart. She was one of the kindest souls I have ever met. She always made time for chit-chat, and was genuinely concerned with how I was doing. John, I will always have the fondest memories of her. ❤️
John, so sorry to hear of your loss of your wife. You both will be remembered in my thoughts and prayers.
John, our deepest sympathies during this difficult time. The Pacelli family.
John, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
John,
So sorry for your loss. My condolences. May she rest in peace.
Dear John,
I always saw you and Elizabeth as ” soul mates” who did everything together , from working the shop together and running events both at VRGC and Rochester Brooks. May all your thoughts and memories be those of all the wonderful times you shared and enjoyed together.
We will all remember her fondly , Dick Evans
John, we are so sorry to hear of Elizabeth’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending love from our entire family.
John,
I am so sorry for your loss. Elizabeth was always the kindest and sweetest person. My condolences to you and your family. May she rest in peace 🙏
John, I am heartbroken to hear this sad news. Elizabeth was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever known, may she rest in peace and may God help you through your sorrow🙏.
John, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Elizabeth our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
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John, We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
The friendship she extended to our Mom every week with a hot coffee and blueberry scone will always be forever appreciated..
John, Karen and I are very sorry to hear about Elizabeth,talk soon, David Knotowicz & Karen Dolan
John, I was so sorry to hear about Elizabeth. She was a lovely person. I so glad I got to meet both of you in New York with Mary. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Rick