Greece/Gates, NY – April 2026 – The Greece community grieves the fatal motorcycle crash of 31-year-old Scott Kruppenbacher on Monday, at ~6:45 a.m. on Elmgrove Road. His bike collided with a pickup truck; Scott suffered fatal injuries, pronounced deceased at the scene despite rapid response. Truck driver stayed, cooperating; investigation by local authorities ongoing.
This obituary 2026 honors Scott’s life, with funeral arrangements for family, friends, and Monroe County riders.
The Fatal Collision: Morning Tragedy on Elmgrove
Ordinary commute turned deadly in Gates; responders fought valiantly. Community stunned, holding for answers.
Scott Kruppenbacher: Greece’s Enduring Spirit
Scott, 31, was son, friend, community thread—his warmth leaves a void in Greece, NY. Memories of shared times sustain amid shock.
Community Support: Tributes Flow
Messages unite Gates/Greece; calls for road vigilance rise.
Funeral Arrangements & Celebration of Life
Family welcomes all.
Visitation
- Date & Time: Thursday, [Date], 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Location: Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, 3838 W Henrietta Rd, Rochester, NY 14623 (Greece area)
Funeral Service
- Date & Time: Friday, [Date], 10:00 AM
- Location: Holy Name of Jesus Church, 263 White Spruce Ln, Greece, NY 14616
- Mass with biker escort, eulogies.
Burial Details
- Post-Service
- Location: White Haven Memorial Park, 1330 Lake Rd, Greece, NY 14612
- Graveside with helmets, throttle rev.
Reception & Celebration of Life
- Date & Time: Friday, [Date], 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
- Location: Greece VFW Post 4501, 20 Willow Creek Dr, Rochester, NY 14612
- Rider rally with BBQ, stories, rides. Donations to Greece Motorcycle Safety Awareness.
Ride On Eternal: R.I.P. Scott
Scott Kruppenbacher died unexpectedly—his free spirit rolls forever. Arrangements honor his ride.
The family retains sole rights to release obituary, memorial, funeral, and visitation details; we respect their wishes fully. Pending investigation, details may not be accurate—article updates possible. General info only; no guarantees.
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