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Nancy is a registered nurse and a certified childbirth educator with Rochester General Health System.  Nancy was nominated by a family that we served whom lost their loved one.  She is a extremely important caregiver in our community, is dedicated and excels in her profession. Nancy, congratulations on being our August 2013 Caregiver of the…

Sydney LePage of Spencerport, a hospice nurse with Visiting Nurse Service of Rochester, has been honored with the Caring for Caregivers Award from Vay-Schleich & Meeson Funeral Homes. LePage was nominated by a former patient’s family who described her as dedicated and caring throughout and after their hospice experience. They said LePage is a wonderful…

December 2013 Ruth Hogan Lifetime Care, Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center

DECEMBER 2012 WINNER Congratulations to Sister Miriam Nugent, RSM from St Charles Borromeo Church. Mr. Arthur Paliani nominated Sister Miriam after losing his dear wife Lee.  Mr. Paliani said “Sister Miriam went beyond normal duties to support and comfort my beloved wife Lee and myself.  She gives of herself to help so many people in need…

Every major life event requires advanced planning. From wedding receptions to graduation parties through anniversary celebrations, these milestones require months, even years, of planning to get every detail just right. A funeral is no different. Of course, it’s hard to think about life after you’re gone—but the benefits of advanced planning far outweigh the costs.…

Funerals are one of the most sacred, time-honored traditions. From the beginning of time, civilizations and cultures of all kinds have practiced rituals to honor and celebrate loved ones after they pass. However, in recent years, some families have begun to question if this is still a necessary practice—particularly in cases where the death is…

Funeral flowers have played an important role in all cultures, all throughout history. When words aren’t enough, these arrangements serve as a beautiful expression of your condolences, comfort, and support. But how do you know what type of flowers to send—and how can you ensure they reach the right place at the right time? Funeral…

An obituary is a formal announcement of death that contains a brief biography of the deceased. Obituaries date back to the 16th century when the first notices of death were printed in North American newspapers. Today, much has changed regarding the sentiment and circulation of obituaries—but their purpose and healing power remain the same. Informing…

At Vay-Schleich & Meeson, we understand that death does not abide by any type of schedule, which is why it’s so important to have a 24/7 resource available to our community. We’re proud to announce the launch of our brand-new website, which contains all the information you need to make informed decisions, from our service…