Michael John Amorese

6/21/1952 – 10/13/2026

Greece: Michael, first child of Charles “John” Amorese and Claudia Picard Amorese, was born and raised in the Village of Honeoye Falls, NY. He graduated from Honeoye Falls – Lima high school and St John Fisher College with a degree in political science. Following graduation, Michael worked at Eastman Kodak Company for over 25 years. After he retired, Michael enjoyed traveling; an art museum or music venue his frequent destination. It could be a short hop to New York City or Hamilton, Ontario or exploring Europe. Michael was an accomplished musician, playing both trumpet and piano. He was able to play-by-ear, pick up a tune and play along with others on either trumpet or piano. He had broad musical tastes; from classical to jazz, Dixieland to musical theater. Michael was Secretary for the Opera Guild of Rochester.

Michael is survived by his brothers, Douglas (Deborah) Amorese of Los Altos, CA and Gregory (Sarah) Amorese of Boulder, CO; nieces and nephews, David (Christa) Amorese of Bend, Or, Lauren (Brandon) Parnham of Vancouver, BC, Peter Amorese of Boulder, CO, and Sienna Amorese of Denver, CO.

Michael was a long-time parishioner at St. Charles Borromeo in Greece.

Friends may call Thursday (Oct 22nd) 4-7 PM at Vay-Schleich and Meeson, 1075 Long Pond Road. His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday (Oct 23rd) 9:30 AM at St. Charles Borromeo Church. Interment, St. Paul of the Cross Cemetery in Honeoye Falls, NY.  In lieu of flowers, we ask that you make a donation to your favorite museum or performance art venue in his memory.