Tracy Damato
November 18, 1965 ~ August 7, 2026
Born in: Rochester, NY
Resided in: Holley, NY
Passed away on August 7, 2026, at the age of 60. Tracy was predeceased by her parents, Charles & Dorothy DeLorme; brother, Gerold DeLorme; sister, Tammy Leisten. She is survived by her husband, Mark Damato; sons, Andrew Hampton, Aaron (Amy) Hampton, Kenneth (Chrissy) Damato & Joseph Hampton; grandchildren, Havyn, Owen, Levi, KJ, Ellie & Mia; brothers, Gene (Kathy) DeLorme, Charles (Amanda) DeLorme & Chris (Laura) DeLorme; sister, Judy Kay Wireman.
To everyone who cared for Tracy throughout her cancer journey, including the incredible people who cared for her medically and those who helped keep her comfortable during her final journey, thank you for treating her with compassion and dignity. A special thank you to the Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and Hospice of Orleans for their compassionate care.
Tracy and Mark knew each other for 49 years and were high school sweethearts. Life eventually took them in different directions, but their paths brought them back together when they reunited in 2005. That same year, they were married, beginning another chapter in a story that had started so many years before.
Tracy loved her three sons, as well as Mark’s son, and held each of them close to her heart. Her love extended equally and unconditionally to all of their grandchildren, who brought tremendous joy and happiness to her life.
Tracy found joy in the simple things that made life special. She loved gardening, camping, sitting around a campfire making s’mores, and enjoying one of her favorite treats, Tootsie Rolls. She also had a deep passion for helping others and proudly volunteered with Mothers of Veteran Suicide, offering her time, compassion, and support to those who were hurting.
Tracy faced an incurable cancer, cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer), with everything she had. She fought courageously and relentlessly, showing incredible strength and bravery right up until the very end. Even through the most difficult days of her journey, the strength of her spirit was unmistakable.
Those who knew Tracy will remember her for her enormous heart. She was caring, compassionate, loving, and always willing to help someone in need. She had a beautiful way of putting others before herself and making people feel cared for and loved.
Tracy’s battle with cancer may have come to an end, but cancer could never take away the love she gave, the lives she touched, or the memories she created. Her strength, courage, kindness, and beautiful heart will live on through her children, grandchildren, family, friends, and everyone fortunate enough to have known and loved her.
Tracy’s life story will be shared during visitation, 10:00am – 12pm on Saturday August 29th at the funeral home, 1411 Vintage Lane. Her celebration of life service will follow at Noon, Fr. Don Wollschleger presiding. Following the service, all are invited to Mark and Tracy’s home at 15489 East Lee Road in Holley to a further celebration of her life. Please consider wearing purple for her services as this was her favorite color.
Memorial donations can be made in Tracy’s name to Mothers of Veterans Suicide at www.mothersofsuicide.org
Services
Public Viewing:
Saturday, August 29, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Bartolomeo & Perotto Funeral Home
1411 Vintage Lane
Rochester, NY 14626
(585) 720-6000
http://www.bartolomeo.com
Memorial Service:
Saturday, August 29, 2026
12:00 pm
Bartolomeo & Perotto Funeral Home
1411 Vintage Lane
Rochester, NY 14626
(585) 720-6000
http://www.bartolomeo.com
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Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Tracy Damato 's name.
Mothers of Veteran Suicide
403 W Alexander St.
St Marys,
GA
31558
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