Beatrice was a parishioner for over 40 years. She attended weekly mass until she became to ill. She had an extremely close-knit family. Her family was the center of her life. Bea was an administrative assistant for many years retiring from Xerox in 1992.
Tom worked for General Dynamics and also served four years in the US Naval Reserve. He went on to work at Highland and Strong Memorial Hospitals, and the private jet company, Page Avjet and to lead a career in real estate sales. Tom had a special place in his heart for the Adirondack mountains where he built a cottage near Old Forge, NY with the help of many friends and family. He served as President and was a 40 year member of the Penfield, NY Rotary club.
Mickie became a parishioner at St. Joseph’s in 1981. She was a strong and compassionate woman devoted to her family, faith, and friends. She spent many years in her career as a hospital and Pediatric nurse and a lifetime unselfishly nurturing her family.
Arlene graduated from University of Rochester School of Nursing (’44) and trained Nursing Attendants during World War II. She volunteered at the Baptist Home, St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary. Arlene was a member of St. Joseph’s for 30 years.
Walter was a quiet and serious person. He had worked at Xerox as a manager/customer service. Prior to that he was in the U.S. Navy. Walter was a kind and generous person. He would purchase groceries and other items and supply Sr. Julia at the St. Regis Food Cupboard and Matthew’s Closet. He did this very quietly and privately for many years.