22nd Annual Golisano Children’s Hospital Memorial Service

Golisano Children’s Hospital offers a memorial service for families and hospital staff each year. This non-religious, family-friendly service is a way to honor and remember children who have died. The service includes special music, stories, a memorial slide show of children who have died and reflective thoughts from staff and bereaved parents.

Save the Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026
Time: 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Location: The Interfaith Chapel on the University of Rochester River Campus (not at Strong Memorial Hospital)
1045 Wilson Blvd, Rochester, NY 14627

Parking: Parking and shuttle service will be available.
See directions and maps.

Contact: Please call (585) 273-5445 with any questions.

Please RSVP

Be sure to indicate your preference for in-person or online attendance, and whether you would like to submit a photo of your child for the memorial slideshow. (If you register to attend online, you will receive an email with the link prior to the service.)

Note: We ask for your child's full name for candle and slide purposes.