Winifred H. Krochalis, 88, Seneca Falls NY, passed away on Thursday, March 17th 2022.
Winnie is predeceased by her husband Robert, her son Jerald Wainwright, and siblings (Adeline, Delores, and Malcolm).
She is survived by her daughter Deborah (Leo) Proctor, son Mark (Lisa) Wainwright, daughter Margaret (Yossi) Gabay, grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Born in Rochester, NY in May 1933, the daughter of William and Anna Hooper. She worked her career at Eastman Kodak Company before retiring in 1984, after which she drove school bus for several years in the Spencerport school district.
A former resident of Spencerport NY until 2003, then moved to Seneca Falls and became a member of St. Francis parish with her late husband. An avid fisherman, she also loved boating, needlepoint, crocheting, and traveled extensively to numerous places across the globe. She was known lovingly as the “Mayor” for her ability to befriend anyone wherever she traveled. She most cherished her family and the time spent together.
Family and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Mass with Reverend James Fennessy, Pastor, as celebrant. Scheduled for 10am, Thursday, March 24th at Church of the Assumption, located at 20 East Ave, Fairport, NY 14450
Private interment at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Winnie’s memory can be made to either:
U of R Flaum Eye Institute at:
https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/eye-institute/research/make-a-gift.aspx
Hospice of Rochester at:
https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/senior-health/end-of-life/hospice.aspx
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11 responses to “Krochalis, Winifred H.”
I will miss you Auntie you were my second mother and life long friend .Love always till we meet again.Your Nephew Richard Drew ?
Winnie was a wonderful friend with a great smile! We shared lots of laughs together and she will never be forgotten. Our condolences to her whole family. We loved her a lot.
Kathy and John
Grandma you will forever be missed. Favorite summer spot was with you because you always found something for us to do like picnic on the boat in the middle of the water. Those were my favorite especially seeing you live so young and dive right in behind all is kids and scare us under the water or push us in the water when it was too cold for us to just get in. Love you lots xxooxxoo
So sorry to hear of Winnie’s passing. She was a lovely person and we enjoyed knowing her. We have great memories of parties at the lake and breakfasts out at Magee’s diner with Winnie and Bob. She always had interesting stories to tell. Sincere condolences to the family.
Sorry to hear of Winnie’s passing. We enjoyed our times with her at the lake. She was such a loving and generous person. She never forgot any of our children and grandchildren birthdays. She came to all their weddings and gave beautiful handmade crocheted items. Sincere sympathy to all your families.
John and I send our sincere sympathy to the Krochalis family, but know how loved Winnie & Bob were. The fun and laughter they created cannot be deleted from memory and the good times at their Lake Rd home will always be remembered by the happy hour group. Remember the good times – that’s what they would want.
We are so sorry to hear about Winnie. She was such a generous and loving person. We had good times with Bob and Winnie – they were the best neighbors! We miss them dearly. Sending prayers to the family.
Our prayers go out to the family.
Love,
Tom, Kathy, Alyssa and Angelina Krochalis
Our prayers go out to the family.
Love,
Tom, Kathy, Alyssa and Angelina Krochalis
We had many great times with our Lower Lake Road happy hours. Winnie and Bob were the best. Our condolences to the family.
Miss you Grandma Winnie, I’m sorry I used to steal your cookies when I would spend the night. I can bake you a ton when I see you again?