Obituary of Irene B. Kearney

Clarkson - Irene Kearney passed away on May 29, 2024 at the age of 64. She is survived by her husband, William G. "Tim" Kearney III; her daughter, Elizabeth (Tim) Woodruff; her grandchildren, Aaron and Alana Woodruff; her brothers, Dale (Patti) Bliss and Larry (Manuela) Bliss; her sisters, Jo Detwiler (Jerry Redhage), Carol (Glenn) Streeter, and Mary (Bruce) Wallmann; her sister-in-law, Sally Bliss; and many nieces and nephews. Irene was predeceased by her father, Larry Bliss; her mother, Evelyn Schoonover Bliss Caward; her step-father, Vance Caward; and her brother, Douglas Bliss.  

Irene was employed for many years at First Presbyterian Church of Canisteo. She was involved in many of the women's groups at Journey Christian Church. She enjoyed sewing, playing euchre, and especially spending time with her grandchildren.

Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at the Journey Christian Church, 3955 Mt. Read Blvd in Rochester where Irene's Memorial Service will take place at 12:00 pm. A luncheon reception will follow at the church.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Journey Christian Church, 3955 Mt Read Blvd, Rochester, NY, 14616-3145 in Irene's memory. To donate online, click on the charity name.