Webster: Died peacefully on December 26, 2023 at age 89 after a long battle with cancer. Predeceased by his parents, Albert and Rita McLaughlin Berg; step-father, Joseph Gotelli; brother, Dick; sister, Shirley. He lost the love of his life, Ruth, on 9/10/2023 after 57 years of marriage. His heart was broken as he sat by her side and said goodbye. He leaves behind his brother, Dan (Betty); sister-in-law, Kay; brother-in-law, Harold B. Smith (Mary); and several nieces and nephews.

     Jim spent his working life as a faithful Xerox forklift operator. For the past two years, he lived with Ruth at Maplewood Nursing Home, in Webster. He was fiercely independent, enjoyed hiking and canoeing in the Adirondacks, and hunting at his Pulteney camp. Jim never held back on saying what was on his mind and had a wicked sense of humor. May his Spirit soar. Thank you to the Maplewood Staff, Dr. Diane Kane and Drs. John and Andrew Coniglio for their loving care, our family was truly blessed.

     A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30AM Friday, January 5, at Holy Trinity Church, 1460 Ridge Rd., Webster. A Visitation at Church with the family will precede the Mass at 9:45AM. Interment at Irondequoit Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to a charity of your choice.