Predeceased by his wife Jeannie, Parents Louis and Nicolina, Sisters Adelaide and Rosalia.
He is survived by his children: Michael (Rita), Peter (Beth), Wendy, Blaise (Lisa), Garth, and Guy (Marcy); grandchildren Ryan, Shane, Blake, Matthew, Garrett, Grey, and Ash; great-grandchildren Collin and Wyatt; and several nieces and nephews.
Gene is a World War II veteran. He owned several businesses, notably Midnight Cleaners on Clifford Ave. in Rochester, NY.
Donations can be made in his memory to the Veterans Outreach Center, 447 South Ave. Rochester NY 14620.