M. Kathleen Wagner

M. Kathleen Wagner obituary, Rochester, NY

M. Kathleen Wagner

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Nov

29

Service

1:00 p.m.

Holy Spirit—St. Joseph’s Catholic Church

43 Gebhardt Rd, Penfield, NY 14526

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M. Wagner Obituary

Visit the New Comer Cremations & Funerals - Eastside Location website to view the full obituary.

Passed away on, October 27, 2025 at the age of 78.

Predeceased by her mother, Lily May Wagner.

She is survived by her father, John W. Wagner; brothers, John (Hao Ti "Charlie") and Joseph (Patti) Wagner; sister, Virginia Sippel; several nieces, nephews and cousin, Linda (Ed) Flanigan.

Kathleen's Funeral Mass will be held, Saturday, November 29th at 1:00PM at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 43 Gebhardt Rd, Penfield, NY 14526. A reception to follow.

She was a talented artist whose passion for painting allowed her to express her creativity through vibrant landscapes, still life compositions, and evocative portraits. A proud member of the Rochester Art Club and the Pittsford Art Group, Kathleen dedicated much of her life to honing her craft and sharing her artistic vision with others. Kathleen also enjoyed her time as an editor at the Democrat & Chronicle. 

To share a memory of Kathleen or leave a special message for her family, visit the guest book below.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

New Comer Cremations & Funerals - Eastside Location

6 Empire Boulevard, Rochester, NY 14609

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Upcoming Events

Nov

29

Service

1:00 p.m.

Holy Spirit—St. Joseph’s Catholic Church

43 Gebhardt Rd, Penfield, NY 14526

Send Flowers