Marilyn Smith Steane (nee Hogan), 87, passed away on June 5, 2024, in Cary, North Carolina with her family by her side. A longtime resident of Fairport, NY, she started her teaching career in the Fairport schools and later raised her family there.
Born in Hornell, NY to Thomas and Louise Hogan, she loved her Grand Street and Hornell High School memories. Marilyn is survived by her three cherished children and their spouses, Daniel (Pamela), Timothy (Jennifer), and Bridget Wendt (Michael). Her pride and joy were her four grandchildren: Erin Smith, Lauren Smith, Louisa Wendt and Hogan Wendt. She is also survived by her loving sister Peggy Fitch (David) and her nieces and nephew Laura Fitch, Dave Fitch, and Karen Fischer (Jason) and cousins John Conz and Mary Ann Goth (Mike), who was like a sister to her.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Daniel F. Smith, the father of her children, and her second husband, Willard Steane. Marilyn was blessed with a second family through Bill: Anne Latino (Joseph), Cate Steane (Lisl Christie) and James Steane (Fern) and granddaughters Katie McCabe (Ryan), Laura Latino and Sarah Mayes.
Marilyn was dedicated to her family, friends and community. Her faith was an important part of her life, including her time as an educator in parishes around the Rochester Diocese. Her volunteer work through the years included RMSC Women’s Council, church, school and neighborhood groups. Marilyn’s knowledge and wise counsel were appreciated throughout her life and continue to guide her children and grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by many.
Calling Hours will be held at Keenan Funeral Home (7501 Pittsford-Palmyra Road, Fairport) on July 31st from 4-6pm. A funeral Mass will be held at Church of the Transfiguration in Pittsford, NY on Thursday, August 1st at 10am, followed by private burial at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Hornell, NY.
Donations in Marilyn’s memory may be made to Transfiguration Christmas Basket Fund or Hornell High School Alumni Association, PO Box 135, Hornell, NY 14843.
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3 responses to “Steane, Marilyn”
Bridget,
I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. Our moms are truly treasured gifts regardless of our age. Your family will certainly be in our thoughts and prayers and I hope that the abundance of love and beautiful memories provide you, your siblings and your family with the needed light, comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Take care,
Jan and Rob
Bridget,
I am so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. You, Michael, Louisa and Hogan are in my prayers at this time and I hope the many wonderful memories of her will bring you all comfort in the days and years ahead. She was special indeed and was clearly cherished by your family.
Thinking of you and your family,
Mary
I have always had the highest respect for Marilyn, when we first moved to Fairport, she was so helpful in helping us adjust to the new neighborhood and welcomed us to the Church of the Resurrection. She was one of a kind and spread kindness wherever she went. My prayers for all of you as you mourn a wonderful woman.