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Farrell-Ryan Funeral and Cremation Services
777 Long Pond Rd, Rochester, NY 14612
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Farrell-Ryan Funeral and Cremation Services
777 Long Pond Rd, Rochester, NY 14612
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Farrell-Ryan Funeral & Cremation Services - RochesterPassed away unexpectedly on August 23, 2025, at the age of 59. He was predeceased by his parents, James and Barbara DeMaillie, and his father-in-law, Barry W. Welch. He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Alyssa “Lisa” Welch; his siblings, Susan (Joseph) English and David (Lewis Snyder) DeMaillie; his mother-in-law, Suzanne Welch; his sister-in-law, Karen (Bill Parker) Welch; and his brother-in-law, Allen Briggs, along with many cherished, extended family members and friends.
Jim found joy in the outdoors, whether hunting, fishing, or relaxing with a Budweiser at the Little Sodus Inn or at his cottage. He will be remembered for his helpfulness, warmth, humor, the ease with which he shared life’s simple pleasures, and his ability to make friends easily.
Family and friends are invited to calling hours on Friday, September 26th, from 4:00–6:00 p.m. at Farrell-Ryan Funeral & Cremation Services, immediately followed by a service at 6:00 p.m.
There will also be a Celebration of Life for Jim on Saturday, September 27th, from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m at Little Sodus Inn; 14451 Bell Ave, Fair Haven, NY 13064 – All friends are welcome to attend.
Please leave any memories or funny stories you have about Jim in the guestbook.
In place of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital in Jim’s name.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Farrell-Ryan Funeral and Cremation Services
777 Long Pond Rd, Rochester, NY 14612
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6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Farrell-Ryan Funeral and Cremation Services
777 Long Pond Rd, Rochester, NY 14612
Send FlowersSep
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4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Little Sodus Inn
14451 Bell Avenue, Fair Haven, NY 13064
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