Wendy Sue Fustino

Wendy Sue Fustino, 73, passed away peacefully at the Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center in Greece, New York.

Wendy was born and raised in Williamsville, New York, the daughter of the late Henry and Betty (Tiedeman) Schoelles.

Wendy is survived by her husband, Bruce Fustino, with whom she shared 52 years of marriage. Together, they built a beautiful life centered around family and filled with love, laughter, lifelong friendships, and countless memories.

She is also survived by her children, Sean (Gina) Fustino and Angela (Frank) Gioia, and her three cherished grandchildren, Bryce Reigle, Mackenzie Reigle, and Ty Gioia. She found great joy in watching them play basketball and cheering them on from the sidelines, fondly known as “Grandparents’ Row.”

Wendy is also survived by her siblings, Linda (Garry) Brown of Albany and David (Tizzy) Schoelles of Florida, along with her beloved nieces and nephews, Lori (Steve), Tami, Scott (Coreen), and Emily (Jim).

Wendy dedicated 22 years of her career to the Genesee County Office for the Aging, where she played an instrumental role in the implementation and success of the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) and later served as transportation coordinator. Her commitment to helping elders extended beyond her professional life through her volunteer work with the American Red Cross and Crossroads House, where she offered compassion and comfort to those in need.

Wendy found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She had a true passion for gardening and proudly earned her Master Gardener recognition through Cornell Cooperative Extension. She also loved the Buffalo Bills and McDonald’s Diet Coke.

Above all, Wendy will be remembered for her kindness, warmth, and unwavering devotion to her family. Her beautiful smile, contagious laughter, and loving presence brought joy to so many, and her memory will be treasured always.

A graveside service, open to family and friends, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August 31, 2026, at the Western New York National Cemetery, 1254 Indian Falls Road, Corfu, New York, 14036. Due to cemetery regulations, flowers are respectfully declined.

Immediately following the service, family and friends are invited to continue celebrating Wendy’s life and share memories together at 3:00 p.m. at the Batavia Country Club.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Wendy’s memory to Crossroads House, 11 Liberty Street, Batavia, NY 14020. To leave thoughts or condolences please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, NY 14020.