Susan (Riley) Gerstner Obituary
The passing of Susan (Riley) Gerstner of Rochester, New York occurred on September 6, 2026. Susan, born on August 11, 1945, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Susan (Riley) Gerstner to show support.
She was predeceased by: her husband Donald Gerstner; her great grandchild Xavier DuVall; her sister Judy Russo; her parents, Emery James Riley, Jr. and Jane Riley Tyler (Hebing); and her stepfather Albert Tyler.
She is survived by: her children, Jennifer Gayle (Carl), Jill Gerstner and Emery Gerstner (Kristin); her stepdaughter Laura Gerstner; her siblings, James Riley (Mona) and Joanne Neary (Thomas); her brother-in-law Robert Russo; and her aunt Mary Ann Riley. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, September 15th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Johnson-Kennedy Funeral Home, Inc. (47 N Main St, Canandaigua, NY 14424). A memorial service was held on Tuesday, September 15th 2026 at 7:00 PM at the same location. A graveside service was held on Wednesday, September 16th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Coye Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Journey Home, Inc., 994 Long Pond Road, Rochester, NY 14626.
