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Obituaries

Samuel J. Mistretta

Samuel J. Mistretta, 82, of Raleigh, N.C., passed away peacefully on Monday, Oct. 27, 2025. Born in Jamestown, N.Y. on Sept. 8, 1943, he was a son of the late James and Rose (Bordenga) Mistretta. After graduating from Jamestown High School in 1961, Samuel served proudly in the United States ...

Brian A. Hilliker

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian A. Hilliker, who was predeceased by his beloved mother Susan (Bailey) Hilliker and his maternal and paternal grandparents. He leaves behind his loving wife, Pamela; his brother Scott; his children Calvin and Mattea Hilliker; his ...

John G. Sherwood

John Gregory “Greg” Sherwood passed away peacefully on Oct. 30, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Buffalo, NY, Greg grew up with the Bills in his blood and music in his soul (he was, after all, at the original Woodstock and yes, he had the stories to prove it). He built ...

Carol A. Leonard

Carol A. Leonard, 92, of Collins passed away Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025 at Highland Hospital in Rochester. She was born on May 3, 1933 in Buffalo, daughter of the late Robert (Dorothy) Geick. On Nov. 24, 1951, she married Howard A. Leonard, who predeceased her on Jan. 24, 1975. After over 20 ...

Andrea L. Griffith

Andrea L. Griffith passed away on Nov. 9, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Born on Sept. 10, 1970, in St. Petersburg, Florida, she was the daughter of Laura (Edwards) Tryczenski and Charles Bissonette. Andrea worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for many years. She was a dedicated and ...

Lawrence M. Waite

Lawrence M. “Larry” Waite, 88, of Dewittville, passed away Nov. 9, 2025. Born Aug. 7, 1937, in Stockton, the son of the late Ralph and Cora Harris Waite. He was a 1955 graduate of Cassadaga Valley Central School and a 1956 graduate of Roberts Wesleyan College in Rochester. Larry was ...