Maxine A. Grasso
-Batavia
Age: 68
Died: Monday, August 30, 2010, at UMMC. She was a retired food service manager at Notre Dame High School, Batavia. She was a member of Ascension Parish, St. Anthony's site. She was the mother of County Legislator Jay Grasso. Friends may call Thursday, September 2, from 6pm until 8pm and Friday, September 3, from 4pm until 8pm at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Saturday, 9:30am, at Ascension Parish, St. Anthony's Church, Liberty Street, Batavia. Memorials are suggested to Genesee Cancer Assistance, or to Notre Dame High School, Union Street, Batavia.
Arrangements by: H.E. Turner & Company Funeral Home, Batavia.
Erma Maxwell
-Alabama
Age: 82
Died: Monday, August 30, 2010, at UMMC. She was a retired school bus driver of 28 years at Oakfield-Alabama Central School. She was a member of the Alabama-Basom Methodist Church. Graveside services will be held Thursday, September 2, 10am, at the Alabama Cemetery. Services will follow at 11am, at the Alabama Basom Methodist Church. Memorials are suggested to the Alabama Fire Department or the Church.
Arrangements by: Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield.
Josephine Emily Mager
-Batavia
Age: 96
Died: Sunday, August 29, 2010, at the Genesee County Nursing Home. She had worked for the former E.N. Rowell Box Factory and Kisiel Die Casting Company. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church. Friends and family may call Wednesday, September 1, from 2pm until 4pm and 6pm until 8pm at the funeral home, where prayers will be recited at 8:45am Thursday. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at Ascension Parish, Sacred Heart Church, 9:30am, Thursday. Memorials are suggested as in the form of Mass Offerings or to the American Diabetes Association, or to Genesee Cancer Assistence.
Arrangements by: J. Leonard McAndrew Funeral Home, Batavia.
Norris L. Geer
--Alexander
Age: 81
Died: Thursday, August 26, 2010, at his home. An Army veteran, he was the owner and operator of Geer Farm Service. He was a member of the Alexander United Methodist Church and Alexander Fire Department. Calling hours will be Monday, August 30, from 1pm until 3pm and 6pm until 8pm at the funeral home. Services will be held Tuesday, 11am, at the Church, Rte. 98. Memorials are suggested to the Church or Alexander Fire Department.
Arrangements by: Marley Funeral Home, Attica.
Frances H. Slovick
-Batavia
Age: 92
Died: Thursday, August 26, 2010, at the NYS Veteran's Home. She had worked in operations and programming at Doehler-Jarvis Division of National Lead, Batavia for over thirty years. She was a member of St. Joseph's Church. She also had taught data processing at BOCES. There will be no prior calling hours. A Mass of Chritian burial will be held Monday, August 30, 9:30am, at the Church, East Main Street, Batavia. In lieu of flowers, it has been suggested that you give a gift of your time and visit and elderly family member or friend.
Arrangements by: Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, Batavia.
Julia A. Burns
-Batavia
Age: 90
Died: Wednesday, August 25, 2010, at the Crossroads House, Batavia. She was a retired employee of the Richmond Memorial Library. Friends may call Thursday, August 26, from 4pm until 8pm at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian burial will be held 10am Friday, at Resurrection Parish, St. Mary's Church. Memorials are suggested to Richmond Memorial Library or Crossroads House.
Arrangements by: Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, Batavia.
Eleanor F. DeFilippo
-Batavia
Age: 83
Died: Wednesday, August 25, 2010, at UMMC. She retired from Falcone Electric, Batavia, where she was a secretary. She also worked as a secretary at R.E. Chapin Manufacturing and the former Kisiel Die Casting Company. She was a member of Ascension Parish. Friends may call Friday, August 27, at the funeral home from 3pm until 7pm. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Saturday, 9:30am at Sacred Heart Church. Memorials are suggested to Crossroads House or in the form of Mass Offerings.
Arrangements by: J. Leonard McAndrew Funeral Home, Batavia.
William A. (Bill) Dix
-Corfu
Age: 56
Died: Wednesday, August 18, 2010, working at his desk at his lumberyard. He was the owner and manager of Jay E. Potter Lumber. He was the Genesee County deputy fire coordinator for more than twenty years and a member of the East Pembroke Fire Department. Friends may call Saturday and Sunday , August 21st and 22nd, from 2pm until 5pm and 7pm until 9pm at the Pembroke Community Center, (Corfu Fire Hall) 116 Main Street, Corfu. Services will be held Monday, 11am, at the Community Center.
Arrangements by: C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Corfu.
William H. (Bill) Young
- Batavia
Age: 59
Died: unexpected, Sunday, August 15, 2010, while on vacation with his family, Ocean City, NJ. He was employed by Upstate Niagara as the supervisor of Membership services. He was a member of the Batavia Rotary Club and other area organizations. Friends may call Friday, August 20, from 4pm until 8pm at the funeral home. Services will be Saturday, 11am, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Washington Avenue, Batavia. Memorials are suggested to UMMC Surgical Expansion Project.
Arrangements by: H.E. Turner & Company Funeral Home, Batavia.
Marjorie G. Bisig
-Batavia
Age: 79
Died: Saturday, August 14, 2010, at UMMC. She was a homemaker who loved to bake. Friends may call Tuesday, August 17, 2010, from 5pm until 8pm at the funeral home, where services will be held Wednesday, 11am. Memorials are suggested to Genesee Cancer Assistance.
Arrangements by: Gilmartin Funeral Home, Batavia.
James R. Dorman
-Batavia
Age: 90
Died: Friday, August 13, 2010, at Genesee County Nursing Home. He was a lifelong self employed farmer and member of the Elba Grange. Friends may call from 4pm until 8pm on Monday, August 16, at the funeral home, where services will be held Tuesday, 10am. Memorials are suggested to Volunteers for Animals.
Arrangements by: Gilmartin Funeral Home, Batavia.
Curtis L. Kryzan
-Alden
Age: 56
Died: Friday, August 13, 2010, at UMMC. He was an auto mechanic by trade. Friends may call Tuesday, August 17, from 5pm until 9pm at the funeral home, where a celebration of life service will be held Wednesday, 10am. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society or the American Lung Association.
Arrangements by: C.B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Corfu.
Jan. M. Szafarski
-Darien Center
Age: 86
Died: Thursday, August 12, 2010, at his home. He retired from Sanders Roofing, Buffalo, with over 35 years of service. He was also a member in good standing of the Roofers Local # 74 Buffalo. He was a member of Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, Darien. Calling hours will be Sunday, August 15, from 2pm until 4pm and 6pm until 8pm at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Monday, 10am, at the Church, Rte. 77, Darien. Memorials are suggested to HomeCare and Hospice.
Arrangements by: Marley Funeral Home, Attica.
Lois (Barnard) Watson
-Byron
Age: 84
Memorial Service: Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 10am, at the Elba Presbyterian Church. She died Saturday, July 31, at the Genesee County Nursing Home, Batavia. She was a nurse at St. Jerome's and at Genesee Memorial Hospital for many years. She was active in the Elba Presbyterian Church and Elba Fireman's Ladies Auxiliary. Memorials are suggested to the Church or to the Elba Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary.
Arrangements by: H.E. Turner and Company Funeral Home, Batavia.
Robert S. Bermingham
-Batavia
Age: 45
Died: Tuesday, August 10, 2010, at UMMC. He was Vice President of Operations with US LEC/Paetech. Visitation will be Saturday, August 14, from 6pm until 8pm and Sunday, August 15, from 3pm until 7pm at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Monday, 9:30am, at Resurrection Parish, St. Joseph's site. Memorials are suggested to Genesee Cancer Assistance, 16 Bank Street, Batavia.
Arrangements by: Michael S. Tomaszewski Funeral Home, Batavia.
Edward J. Hughes
-Attica
Age: 88
Died: Sunday, August 8, 2010, at the NYS Veterans Home, Batavia. A WWII Navy veteran, he was the head cook at Attica Correctional Facility for many years. He was a parishoner at St. Vincent dePaul Joachim and Anne Church, Attica. Calling hours will be Wednesday, August 11, from 1pm until 3pm and 6pm until 8pm at the funeral home, A Mass of Christian burial will be held Thursday, 10am, at the Church, East Avenue, Attica.
Arrangements by: Marley Funeral Home, Attica.
Rudolph V. Herod
- Akron
Age: 79
Died: Thursday, August 5, 2010, at the Genesee County Nursing Home. He retired from the US Gypsum Company, Oakfield where he was a Boilermaker Engineer. He was a former assistant fire chief in the East Pembroke Fire Department. Friends may call Saturday, August 7, from 2pm until 4pm and 7pm until 9pm at the funeral home. Services will be held Sunday, at the Akron Free Methodist Church, 2pm.
Arrangements by: C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Corfu.
Ruth I. Bell
-Elba
Age: 82
Died: Wednesday, August 4, 2010, at the Genesee County Nursing Home. She was a homemaker and member of the Home Bureau. Friends may call Monday, August 9, from 5pm until 8pm at the funeral home, where services will be held Tuesday, 10am. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society or to HomeCare and Hospice.
Arrangements by: H.E. Turner & Company Funeral Home, Batavia.
Elizabeth C. Crane
-Batavia
Age: 91
Died: Wednesday, August 4, 2010, at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester. She was a clerk at The Daily News. She was a member of Resurrection Parish, St. Joseph Church. Friends may call on Friday, August 6, from 4pm until 8pm at the funeral home, where prayers will be reicted Saturday, 9:15am Saturday. A Mass of Christian burial will follow at 10am at the Church, Main Street, Batavia. Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph's School, or to Crossroads House.
Arrangements by: Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, Batavia.
Jeanne Alice (Warden) Williams Brown
-Warsaw (formerly of Batavia)
Age: 81
Died: Tuesday, August 3, 2010, at Eastside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Warsaw. Prior to retirement, she had been employed by New York Telephone Company and Kisiel Manufacturing. She was a life member of St. James Episcopal Church. There will be no prior calling hours. A memorial service will be held at the Church, 405 East Main Street, Batavia, Friday, August 6, 11am. Memorials are suggested to the Church.
Arrangements by: Gilmartin Funeral Home, Batavia.
Dora "Pat" Kelley
-East Pembroke
Age: 77
Died: Tuesday, August 3, 2010, at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. She was the owner of The Hairworks Salon, Corfu. She also had worked as the cook for the former Coachman's Inn and other area restaurants. She was an exempt member of the Wolcottsville Fire Company Auxiliary. Visitation will be Thursday, August 5, from 3pm until 8pm at the funeral home, where services will be held Friday, 11am. Memorials are suggested to Roswell Park Alliance Foundation.
Arrangements by: J. Leonard McAndrew Funeral Home, Batavia.
Grace Simmons Woodworth
-Stafford
Age: 97
Died: Tuesday, August 3, 2010, at her home. Prior to her marriage, she worked at the Genesee County Welfare Office as an investigator for six and a half years. She was a member of Morganville United Church of Christ and served as the Stafford Historian for seventeen years. There will be no prior calling hours. Services will be held 11am, Saturday, August 7, at the Church, 8466 Morganville Road, Stafford. Memorials are suggested to the church or to the Stafford Historical Society.
Arrangements by: H.E. Turner & Company, Batavia.
Eleanor C. Johncox
- Batavia (formerly of Darien)
Age: 89
Died: Monday, August 2, 2010, at the Genesee County Nursing Home. She was a member of the Alden Community Church. She had worked as a school bus driver and telephone operator. She was also a farmer's wife, and homemaker. Friends may call Tuesday, August 3, from 6pm until 9pm at the funeral home, where services will be held Wednesday at 11am. Memorials are suggested to the Genesee County Nusing Home Dementia Unit or the Alden Community Church.
Arrangements by: C.B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Corfu.
Mary B. Roz
-Oakfield
Age: 83
Died: Monday, August 2, 2010, at home. She had worked for U.S. Gypsum, Oakfield, for over forty years. She was a member of Padre Pio parish, St. Cecilia's Church. Friends may call Wednesday, August 4, from 4pm until 8pm at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian burial will be held 10am, Thursday, at the Church. Memorials are suggested to your favorite animal shelter in Mary's name.
Arrangements by: Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield.
Roy J. Capwell
-Darien
Age: 73
Died: Sunday, August 1, 2010, at home. He was a lifelong farmer and conservationsist. He was a member of the North Darien Baptist Church. There will be no prior calling hours. A Memorial service will be held Saturday, August 21, at the Church, 11am. Private burial services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements by: C.B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Corfu.
Ronald A. Smith
Age: 64
Died: Saturday, July 31, 2010, in Buffalo General Hospital. He retired from Erie 1 BOCES, West Seneca, where he was the coordinator of Career Development Services. He was a member of the Corfu United Presbyterian Church. Friends may call Wednesday, August 4, from 1pm until 3pm and 6pm until 8pm at the funeral home, where services will be held Thursday, at 11am. Memorials are suggested to be made in his name to NFDA Charitable Foundation, 1144 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221.
Arrangements by: Gilmartin Funeral Home, Batavia.
Murray W. Morrow, Jr.
-Batavia
Age: 85
Died: Wednesday, July 28, 2010. A US Navy WWII veteran, he was an award winning professional photographer. He also had worked for Eastman Kodak and was a partner in Kleen All Company. He was a Kiwanis member and an honorary member of Zonta. Calling hours are Sunday, August 1, from 3pm until 7pm at the funeral home. A Memorial Mass with military honors, will be held Monday, in Resurrection Parish, St. Joseph's Church, East Main Street, Batavia, 9:30am.
Arrangements by: Gilmartin Funeral Home, Batavia.
Norman H. Phelps, Sr.
- Indian Falls
Age: 79
Died: Wednesday, July 28, 2010, at UMMC. He was a lifelong farmer. He was a member of Indian Falls United Methodist Church and the Genesee Country Church. He was a member of the Indian Falls Fire Department. Friends may call Friday, July 30, from 4pm until 7pm and Saturday, from 10am until 11am at the Genesee Country Church, Drake Street, Oakfield. Services will follow at 11am Saturday, at the church. Memorials are suggested to Gideons International, P O Box 50, Batavia; Genesee Country Church Missionary Fund; or the Indian Falls Fire Department.
Arrangements by: C.B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Corfu.
Richard Bruce Ireland
-Alexander
Age: 70
Died: Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at the Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio. He was a self employed electrical contractor for 42 years; prior to that he worked for ten years at Falcone Electric, Batavia. He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish ( Our Lady of Good Counsel Church), Darien. Calling hours will be Thursday, July 29, from 6pm until 9pm and Friday, from 3pm until 7pm at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Saturday, 11am, at the Church, 10677 Alleghany Road, Darien.
Arrangements by: Gilmartin Funeral Home, Batavia.
Joan C. Water
-Batavia
Age:79
Died: Monday, July 26, 2010, at the Genesee County Nursing Home. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Batavia. Friends may attend services Friday, July 30, 3pm, at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Boy Scouts of America, 45 Liberty Street, Batavia.
Arrangements by: H.E. Turner & Company Funeral Home, Batavia.
Thomas Alan Cortright
-Basom
Age: 56
Died: Sunday, July 25, 2010, at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was employed as a grounds keeper for the NYS Police Troop A Headquarters. A US Army Vietnam veteran, he was a member of the Alabama Volunteer Fire Department. Family and friends may call Monday, July 26, from 4pm until 7pm and Tuesday from 2pm until 4pm and 6pm until 8pm at the funeral home, where services will be held Wednesday, 11am. Memorials are suggested to Homecare and Hospice.
Arrangements by: J. Leondard McAndrew Funeral Home, Batavia.
Eldon H. Hudson
-Attica (formerly of Batavia)
Age: 87
Died: Saturday, July 24, 2010, at UMMC. A WWII Army Air Corps veteran, he retired from the VA Hospital, Batavia, where he worked as an equipment operator for twenty-seven years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Batavia. Calling hours will be Sunday, July 25, from 6pm until 8pm at the funeral home, where services will be held Monday, 11am.
Arrangements by: Marley Funeral Home, Attica.
Leon R. Morien
-Batavia
Age: 94
Died: Saturday, July 24, 2010, at the NYS Vets Home, Batavia. He was a lifelong carpenter. A WWII US Arny veteran, he retired from Rochester Construction Local # 85. He was a member of Ascension Parish, Sacred Heart site. Visitation will be from 2pm until 5pm, Tuesday, July 27, at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated 10:30am, Wednesday, at the Church, Sacred Heart site. Memorials are suggested to the NYS Veterans Home Activities Fund.
Arrangements by: Michael S. Tomaszewski Funeral Home, Batavia.
Sigmund ( Ziggy) Karas
-Albion (formerly of Elba)
Age: 87
Died: Friday, July 23, 2010, at The Villages of Orleans, Albion. He was a muck farmer, worked at GTE Sylvania, Batavia, and retired from Trojan Industries, Batavia, after twenty - three years. He was a past member of St. Padre Pio Parish ( Our Lady of Fatima). He was currently a member of Holy Family Church, Albion. Calling hours will be Tuesday, July 27, from 4pm until 8pm at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian burial will be held, Wednesday, 9:30am at St. Padre Pio Parish, Our Lady of Fatima Church site, Elba. Memorials are suggested to the Church
Arrangements by: Gilmartin Funeral Home, Batavia.
Jeffrey H. Weaver
- Wyoming
Age: 43
Died: Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at home. He was employed as a well field supervisor for DLH Energy. He was a member of the Pavilion United Methodist Church. There will be no prior calling hours. A memorial service will be held 2pm Saturday, at the Church.
Arrangements by: Robinson and Hackemer Funeral Home, Warsaw.
Linda Lee Chapell
-Batavia
Age: 61
Died: Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at UMMC. Linda was an employee of Genesee ARC Workshop. She was a member of City Church. Calling hours are Thursday, July 22, from 4pm until 8pm at the funeral home, where services will be held Friday, at 10am. Memorials are suggested to the ARC Capital Campaign, 64 Walnut Street, Batavia.
Arrangements by: Gilmartin Funeral Home, Batavia.
Edward H. Kaminski
-Darien
Age: 75
Died: Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at the VA WNY Healthcare Facility, Buffalo. A U S Army veteran, he was a farmer. There will be no prior visitation. A graveside service will be held Monday, July 26, noon, at Our Lady of Good Counsel Cemetery, Darien Center.
Arrangements by: C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Corfu.
William Robert (Bob) Dix
-Alabama
Age: 81
Died: Monday, July 19, 2010, at Rochester General Hospital. A U S Army veteran, he was the owner/manager of Jay E. Potter Lumber, Corfu, for twenty five years. He was president of the Alabama Firemen's Association and has been a member of the department for over fifty years. He was a member of the Alabama United Methodist Church. Friends may call Friday, July 23, from 2pm until 4pm and 7pm until 9pm at the funeral home. Services will be at the Church, Saturday, 11am. Memorials are suggested to the Church or to the Alabama Fire Department, Lewiston Road, Oakfield.
Arrangements by: C.B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Corfu.
Lois A. Geer
-Alexander
Age: 73
Died: Satuday, July 17, 2010, at her home under Hospice C are. Prior to retirement, she was a secretary at Alexander School for twenty-two years. She was a member of Alexander United Methodist Church. Friends may call Tuesday, July 20, from 1pm until 3pm and 6pm until 8pm at the funeral home. Services will be held Wednesday at the Alexander United Methodist Church, 1pm. Memorials may be directed to the Church or to HomeCare and Hospice.
Arrangements by: Gilmartin Funeral Home, Batavia.
Thomas E. Rider
-Attica
Age: 82
Died: Friday, July 16, 2010, at Sisters Hospital, Buffalo. He was a retired Alexander Central School Science teacher with thirty years of service. He was a lifetime member of the Alexander Fire Department. He was a member of St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Attica. Calling hours are Tuesday, July 20, from 2pm until 4pm and 7pm until 9pm at the funeral home. A fireman's service will be held at 7:30pm Tuesday. Services will be held Wednesday, 10am, at the Church. Memorials are suggested to Alexander Fire Department Rescue Squad or to the Church.
Arrangements by: Marley Funeral Home, Attica.
Robert G. Aylsworth Sr.
-Attica
Age; 84
Died: Thursday, July 15, 2010, at the NYS Veterans Home, Batavia. He retired from Ford Motor Company, Buffalo, after thirty years of service. He was a member of St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Attica. Calling hours are Friday, July 16, from 2pm until 4pm and 6pm until 8pm at the funeral home. Services will be held Saturday, 10am, at the Church. Memorials are requested to the Church.
Arrangements by: Marley Funeral Home, Attica.
Justine Conway Moscicki
-Batavia - Stafford Townline Road
Age: 86
Died: Thursday, July 15, 2010, at Highland Hospital, Rochester. She was a former employee of F.W. Woolworth, Batavia. She was a life member of St. Joseph's Church. Family and friends may call Sunday, July 18, from 1pm until 5pm at the funeral home. Prayers will be recited Monday, 8:45am, followed by a Mass of Christian burial, 9:30am, at Resurrection Parish, St. Joseph's site. Memorials are suggested to Ressurection Parish.
Arrangements by: J. Leonard McAndrew Funeral Home, Batavia.
Lois Kisiel
-Batavia
Age: 83
Died: Wednesday, July 14, 2010, at home. She had worked for the New York Telephone Company as a local and long distance operator and as a Services Assistant. She was a partner in the family die casting business, Pinnacle Manufacturing Company, Batavia. Friends and family may call Thursday, July 15, from 7pm until 9pm and Friday, from 2pm until 4pm and 7pm until 9pm at the funeral home, where prayers will be recited Saturday, 8:45am . A Mass of Christian burial will follow, 9:30am, at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, 9:30am.
Arrangements by: J. Leonard McAndrew Funeral Home, Batavia.
Enrico (Ed) C. Nanni, Jr.
-Oakfield
Age: 71
Died: Wednesday, July 14, 2010, at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester. He was the owner of the former Ed Nanni Plumbing and Heating, Batavia and Oakfield and a maintenance supervisor at Best Western, Batavia. He was a US Army veteran. Friends may call Saturday, July 17, from 1pm until 3pm and Sunday from noon until 2pm at the funeral home. Services will follow at 2pm Sunday.
Arrangements by: Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield.
Pearl R. Totten
-Elba
Age: 85
Died: Tuesday, July 13, 2010, at UMMC. She was a retired employee of G.T.E. Sylvannia. She attended the Elba Presbyterian Church. There will be no prior calling hours. Graveside services will be held Thursday, July 15, 10am, at Maple Lawn Cemetery, Elba. Memorials are suggested to the Church.
Arrangements by: Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield.
Raymond S. Zigrossi
- Batavia
Age: 69
Died: Tuesday, July 13, 2010, in Batavia. He was the former owner and manager of Santy's Tire Sales for over fifty years. There will be no prior calling hours. The funeral Mass will be at 10am, Saturday, July 17, at Saint Padre Pio Parish, St. Cecilia's Church, 56 Maple Avenue, Oakfield. Memorials are suggested to Homecare and Hospice or Roswell Park Memorial Institute.
Arrangements by: Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield.
Marcy C. (Mruczek) Basior
-North Tonawanda (formerly of Medina)
Age: 38
Died: Sunday, July 11, 2010, as a result of complications from an automobile accident. She was employed as a habilitation trainer with the handicapped for Opportunities Unlimted and also worked in a group home for Community Services. Friends may call from 2pm until 4pm and 7pm until 9pm Wednesday, July 14, at the Cooper Funeral Home, 215 West Center Street, Medina. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated 10am, Thursday, at Sacred Heart Church, 208 Ann Street, Medina. Memorials are suggested to Dollars for Scholars of Medina.
Arrangements by: Cooper Funeral Home, Medina.
W. Raymond Winspear
-Wyoming
Age: 89
Died: Saturday, July 10, 2010, at home. He owned and operated his own dairy farm. Friends may call Wednesday, July 14, from 2pm until 4pm and 7pm until 9pm at the funeral home, where services will be held on Thursday, 11am. Memorials are suggested to Genesee County Fish and Game Protective Association, P O Box 217, Batavia, or to HomeCare and Hospice. 550 East Main Street, Batavia.
Arrangements by: Weeks Funeral Home, Warsaw.
Catherine (Kay) Hull
-Batavia
Age: 89
Died: Thursday, July 8, 2010, at the Eastside Nursing Home, Warsaw. She was a member of Resurrection Parish, St. Joseph's Church. She had worked at the former E.N. Rowell Box Factory, Batavia. Calling hours are Sunday, July 11, from 1pm until 4pm at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Monday, 9:30am, at the Church. Memorials are suggested to the Attica Fire Department.
Arrangements by: Bohm, Calarco, Smith Funeral Home, Batavia.
Roland R. Comeau
-Batavia (formerly of Rouses Point, NY)
Age: 88
Died: Monday, July 5, 2010, at UMMC. A WWII Army veteran, he worked at Ayerst Pharmaceuticals prior to retirement. He was a member of St. Patrick's Church, Rouses Point. Mary (Zepher) Raymond of Batavia, is one of his six children . Friends may visit the family at Clark Funeral Home, 148 Lake Street, Rouses Point, Wednesday, July 7, from 4pm until 7pm. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at the Church in Rouses Point, Thursday, July 8, 9:30am.
Arrangements by: Clark Funeral Home, Rouses Point, NY.
June N. Schafer
-Indian Falls
Age: 91
Died: Monday, July 5, 2010, at Brothers of Mercy Nursing Home, Clarence, NY. She was a member of Indian Falls United Methodist Church. She taught for three years in the Akron High School. She and her late husband operated a farm in Indian Falls. Visitation will be Thursday, July 8, from 4pm until 8pm at the funeral home and from 1pm until 2pm Friday, at the Church, where services will be held at 2pm. Memorials are suggested to the Church.
Arrangements by: C. B. Beach & Son Mortunary, Corfu.
Judith J. Parker
- Batavia
Age: 65
Died: Sunday, July 4, 2010, at UMMC. She was the purchasing agent for the former St. Jerome Hospital. She began her career in Nursing. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Batavia. Friends may call Wednesday, July 7, from 2pm until 4pm and 7pm until 9pm at the funeral home. Services will be held Thursday, 10:30am, at the Church, East Main Street, Batavia. Memorials are suggested to UMMC Foundation.
Arrangements by: H.E. Turner & Company Funeral Home, Batavia.
Gordie E. Hopkins
-Batavia
Age: 56
Died: Saturday, July 3, 2010, in Holley. He was a skilled craftsman and carpenter. Calling hours are Saturday, July 10, from 1pm until 2pm, at the Oakfield United Methodist Church, 2 South Main Street, Oakfield. Services will immediately follow.
Arrangements by: Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield.
Doris I. Frye
-Batavia
Age: 75
Died: Friday, July 2, 2010, at UMMC. For many years she worked as a clerk at the Super Duper Grocery Store in Batavia. Friends may call Tuesday, July 6, from 2pm until 4pm and 7pm until 9pm at the funeral home, where services will be held Wednesday at 11am.
Arrangements by: C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Corfu.
Evelyn M. Janes Fargo
-Attica
Age: 96
Died: Thursday, July 1, 2010, at Wyoming County Community Skilled Nursing Facility, Warsaw. She was a member of Attica Trinity United Methodist Church. There will be no prior calling hours. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorials are requested to the Attica Fire Department Ambulance fund or to the Church.
Arrangements by: Marley Funeral Home, Attica.
R. Onolee Jackson
-Oakfield
Age: 90
Died: Tuesday, June 29, 2010, at her home. She was an avid golfer, and received the greatest joy in life from her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Friends may call Thursday from 4pm til 8pm at the funeral home. Services will be held at 9am Friday morning at the funeral home with Pastor William Smith officiating. Memorials are requested to Oakfield Fire Department and Rescue Squad.
Arrangements by: Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield
John A. ( Jack) Amberger
-Attica
Age: 68
Died: Friday, June 25, 2010, at Wyoming County Community Hospital, Warsaw. He was the owner and operator of Cascade Automotive, Attica. He had been the highway Superintendant for the Town of Attica for many years. There will be no prior calling hours. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the Attica Fire Department Rescue Squad, Roswell Park Cancer Institute or to Pralid, 2 Townline Circle, Rochester.
Arangements by: Marley Funeral Home, Attica
Marie E. Raines
-Batavia
Age: 82
Died: Friday, June 25, 2010, at UMMC. She was a retired physical education teacher at both John Kennedy Elementary School and the Batavia Middle School. She was a member of Resurrection Parish, St. Joseph's Church. Friends may call Monday from 4pm until 7pm at the funeral home. A Mass of Christiam burial will be held 9:30am Tuesday, at the Church. Memorials are suggested to to the American Heart Association.
Arrangements by: H.E. Turner & Company Funeral Home, Batavia
Stella A. Sobczak
-Cowlesville
Age: 88
Died: Friday, June 25, 2010, at Aurora Park Nursing Home, East Aurora. She retired from Westinghouse Electric, Buffalo. She was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Bennington. There will be no prior calling hours. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Monday, June 28th, 10am, at the church, Clinton Street, Bennington. Memorials are suggested to the Bennington Rescue Squad.
Arrangements by: Marley Funeral Home, Attica
Rosalind A. Hayes
-Batavia
Age: 87
Died: Thursday, June 24, 2010, at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester. A local artisit, she was a member of Resurrection Parish. She also had worked for Curtis-Wright, Mason Seal Factory, Massey-Harris, and most recently as the Curator of the Holland Land Office. Visitation will be from 4pm until 8pm Sunday, June 27, at the funeral home, where prayers will be recited at 9am Monday, followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 9:30am at the Church, St. Mary's site. Memorials are suggested to Genesee Cancer Assistance or to Crossroads House.
Arrangements by: Michael S. Tomaszewski Funeral Home, Batavia
Ann D. DiSalvo
-Batavia/Oakfield
Age: 90
Died: Wednesday, June 23, 2010, at the Genesee County Nursing Home. Prior to retirement she was a food services worker at Oakfield Alabama School. She was a member of St. Padre Pio Parish, St. Cecelia's Worship site. Friends may call Friday, June 25, from 4pm until 8pm at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 10am, Saturday, at the Church, 56 Maple Avenue, Oakfield. Memorials are suggested to the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Arrangements by: Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield
Mary Jane Shultz
-Byron
Age: 71
Died: Wednesday, June 23, 2010, at her home. She was a garage sale nut. Calling hours will be Friday, June 25th, from 4pm until 7pm, at the funeral home, where services will be held Saturday at 10am.
Arrangements by: H. E. Turner & Company Funeral Home, Batavia
Doris E. Conway
-Warrenton, VA (formerly of Batavia and Warsaw)
Age: 96
Died: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, at the Fauquier Hospital, Warrenton, VA. She had been employed as a cashier for many years at the former A & P Grocery Store, Warsaw. She was a member of the United Church of Warsaw. Friends may call Saturday, July 3, from 9am until 10am at the funeral home, where services will be held immediately following visitation. Memorials are suggested to All Babies Cherished, 445 Ellicott Street, Batavia.
Arrangements by: Robinson & Hackemer Funeral Home, Warsaw
Lois H. Folger
- Batavia
Age; 94
Died: Friday, June 18, 2010, at the Genesee County Nursing Home. She had been a secretary for the former Kozak Auto Dry Wash, Batavia. There will be no prior calling hours. Services will be Monday, June 21, 11am, at the Grandview Cemetery, Clinton Street, Batavia. Memorials are suggested to Crossroads House.
Arrangements by: H.E. Turner & Company Funeral Home, Batavia
Charles Douglas Laird
-Stafford
Age: 83
Died: Thursday, June 17, 2010, at his home. He was a foreman for Graham Manufacturing, Batavia. He also had served as a foreman at the former Jell-O Factory and at Doehler-Jarvis. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church. There will be no prior calling hours. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Wednesday, June 23, at the Church, Ellicott Street Road, East Bethany.
Arrangements by: Bohm-Calraco-Smith Funeral Home, Batavia
Noel Elmore
-Batavia
Age: 65
Died: Sunday, June 13, 2010, at Rochester General Hospital. He retired from the Batavia Department of Public Works and was a member of Resurrection Parish, St. Joseph's Church. There will be no prior calling hours. Friends and family may attend a graveside service on Wednesday, June 16, 11am, at St. Joseph Cemetery, Section L.
Arrangements by: J. Leonard McAndrew Funeral Home, Batavia
Francis J. Penkszyk, Jr.
-Alexander
Age: 56
Died: Sunday, June 13, 2010, at UMMC. He was an International Sales Manager for R.E. Chapin Manufacturing, Batavia. There will be no prior calling hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorials are suggested to the Diabetes Association.
Arrangements by: J. Leonard McAndrew Funeral Home, Batavia
Revina P. Rich
-Batavia
Age: 80
Died: Friday, June 11, 2010, at UMMC in Batavia. She was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Batavia and a former member of the Oakfield Alabama Baptist Church. Friends may call from 2pm until 5pm, Sunday, June 13, at the funeral home, Services will be 10am, Monday, at the Calvary Baptist Church. Memorials are suggested to the Church.
Arrangements by: H.E. Turner & Company Funeral Home, Batavia
Sally J. Cabrera
-Batavia
Age: 62
Died: Thursday, June 10, 2010, at her home. She loved her family and to travel. Friends may call Monday, June 14, from 11am until 1pm at the funeral home where services will follow at 1pm.
Arrangements by: H.E. Turner and Company Funeral Home, Batavia
Anthony A. Martino
-Batavia
Age: 89
Died: Monday, June 7, 2010, at the Batavia Nursing Home. Prior to retirement, he worked at Delco. He was a member of Ascension Parish, St. Anthony's church. Visitation is private, however, the family welcomes all to join them for a Mass of Christian burial, 9:30am, Friday, June 11, at the Church.
Arrangements by: Michael S. Tomaszewski Funeral Home, Batavia
Robert L. Swansbrough
- Batavia
Age: 80
Died: Monday, June 7, 2010, at Crossroads House. There are no prior calling hours. Services will be Friday, June 11, at Batavia Assembly of God, North Spruce Street, Batavia, 10am.
Arrangements by: H.E. Turner & Company Funeral Home, Batavia
Arnold A. Cone
-Stafford
Age: 83
Died: Sunday, June 6, 2010, at the New York State Veteran's Home, Batavia. A WWII Army veteran, he was the owner and proprietor of Arnold A. Cone, General Contractor. He was a member of East Bethany Presbyterian Church. He had served as the Stafford Town Supervior for over thirty years. Friends may call Tuesday, June 8, from 4pm until 8pm at the funeral home, where services will be held at 10am on Wednesday. Memorials are suggested to the NYS Veteran's Home.
Arrangements by: H.E. Turner & Company, Batavia
Beverly F. Lupi
-Elba
Age: 77
Died: Sunday, June 6, 2010, in Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester. She was a registered nurse for over 25 years and retired as a librarian from Brighton Memorial Library. She was a member of Padre Pio Parish, Our Lady of Fatima Church. Friends may call Thursday, June 10, from 2pm until 4pm and 7pm until 9pm at the funeral home. A memorial Mass will be held on Friday, June 11, 10am at the Church in Elba. Memorials are suggested to Strong Memorial Hospital Foundation or to HomeCare & Hospice.
Arrangements by: Gilmartin Funeral Home, Batavia
Florence B. Hamill
-North Java
Age: 90
Died: Monday, May 31, 2010, at her home. She reitred from Motorola in Arcade after twenty years of service; she also worked at Wright Aircraft, Buffalo during the war. She was a member of St. Nicholas Church, North Java. Calling hours will be Friday, June 4, from 1pm until 3pm and 6pm until 8pm at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Saturday, noon, at St. John Neumann Church, St. Cecilia's site, Sheldon. Memorials are suggested to the North Java rescue squad.
Arrangements by: Marley Funeral Home, Attica
Ester M. Parrow
-Alexander
Age: 80
Died: Saturday, May 29, 2010, at Buffalo General Hospital. She had worked for Acme Supermarket, Attica, Pfeiffer Greenhouse, and was a private health care provider. Memorials are suggested to the SPCA Associations in Genesee and Wyoming counties. Services are private at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements by: Marley Funeral Home, Attica
Kyle A. Walker
-Bennington
Age: 17
Died: Saturday, May 29, 2010, as a result of a motorcycle accident. He was a junior at Attica Central School. He worked at the family business , Nino's Pizzeria, Attica, and at Top's Market. He was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church (Immaculate Heart of Mary Church), Bennington. Calling hours are Tuesday, June 1, from 1pm until 4pm and 6pm until 8pm at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Wednesday, 10am, at the Church. Memorials are requested to the Attica High School sports department.
Arrangements by: Marley Funeral Home, Attica
Dr. Alan L. Siegel
-Bethany
Age: 57
Died: Wednesday, May 26, 2010 at his home. He was a prominent local opthalmologist, establishing University Eye Specialists in Batavia, which would later spread to Genesee, Livingston and Wyoming Counties. He was a past President of the Batavia City School District Board of Education, President of Medical Staff at United Memorial Medical Center, and a member of the Board of Trustees at UMMC. He was also on the board for Genesee Cancer Assistance, and a member of the Batavia Lions Club. Calling hours will be Saturday, May 29 from 2pm til 5pm and 6pm til 9pm at the funeral home. A Celebration of Life will take place on Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials requested to HomeCare & Hospice, Volunteers for Animals or the UMMC Hospital Foundation.
Arrangements by: Michael S. Tomaszewski Funeral & Cremation Chapel, Batavia
Arthur J. Dean
-Corfu
Age: 92
Died: Saturday, May 22, 2010 at United Memorial Medical Center, Batavia. He was an Army veteran, having served in the Phillipines during World War II. He was a retired engineer with Bell Aerospace in Niagara Falls, and a member of Corfu United Presbyterian Church. No calling hours. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, May 30 at 2pm at the funeral home. Burial will be at Cato Union Cemetery in Cato, NY. Memorials suggested to the Corfu Free Library or Honor Flight Inc.
Arrangments by: C.B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Corfu
Paul A. Seamans
-Corfu
Age: 92
Died: Monday, May 24, 2010 at his home. Former U.S. Army Captain, received the Bronze Star for service in World War II. Prior to retirement, he taught biology for 39 years at the Nichols School in Buffalo. Served on Pembroke Board of Education, Corfu Village Trustees, and Brick House Corners Fair Committee. He was formerly the Secretary/Treasurer of the Pembroke-Corfu-Darien Kiwanis Club, and was a member of the Pembroke Historical Society, Corfu Free Library Board, and Corfu United Presbyterian Church. No calling hours. Memorial service will be announced at a later date. Burial will be at Evergreen Hill Cemetery in Corfu, NY. Memorials suggested to Corfu Fire Department, Pembroke-Corfu-Darien Kiwanis, or Brick House Corners Fair.
Arrangements by: C.B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Corfu
Robert J. Alwardt
-Attica
Age: 74
Died: Monday, May 24, 2010 at his home. Prior to retirement, worked 28 years for Attica Westinghouse. Friends may call Tuesday, May 25, from 2pm til 4pm, and from 7pm til 9pm at the funeral home, where services will be held on Wednesday at 10:00am. Burial will be at Forest Hill Cemetery in Attica. Memorials suggested to Attica Rescue Squad or to the family.
Arrangements by: Marley Funeral Home, Attica
Doris P. Darch
-Bethany Center
Age: 90
Died: Sunday, May 23, 2010 at United Memorial Medical Center, Batavia. Prior to retirement, she had been a dental hygienist in Dr. Donald Potter's office in Attica, NY, and a dental hygiene teacher in the Alexander Central School District. Friends may call Wednesday, May 26, from 5pm til 8pm at the funeral home. Services will be held at 10:00am Thursday, May 27 at the funeral home. Burial will be at Maple Lawn Cemetery in Bethany Center. Memorials suggested to the Association of the Blind or First Baptist Church of Batavia.
Arrangements by: Marley Funeral Home, Attica
Everett S. "Red" Hopkins
-Oakfield
Age: 83
Died: Friday, May 21, 2010, at his home. U.S. Navy veteran, served from 1944 to 1946. "Red" formerly owned the Coffee Cup Restaurant in Oakfield with his late wife, Mary "Pat." Prior to retirement, he had been an inspector with General Motors in Tonawanda. No calling hours. Services will be at 1:00pm Thursday, May 27, at 1:00pm at Cary Cemetery in Oakfield. Memorials requested to the Oakfield Rescue Squad and Fire Department.
Arrangements by: Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield
Bernice I. Ianni
-Oakfield
Age: 88
Died: Wednesday, May 19, 2010, at Mercy Hospital, Buffalo. Prior to retirement, she had been a machine operator and line worker at the former Comstock Foods, Bergen. Friends may call Saturday, May 22, from 10am until noon at the funeral home, where services will be held at noon. Memorials are suggested to the American Diabetes Association or to Mercy Flight Central.
Arrangements by: Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield
Mary E. Koch
-Alexander
Age: 78
Died: Sunday, May 16, 2010, at her home. She was a member of the Warsaw Moose and Sonyea American Legion. There will be no prior calling hours. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorials are requested to the Alexander Rescue Squad.
Arrangements by: Marley Funeral Home, Attica
Beniamino O. Ianni
-Corfu
Age: 81
Died: Saturday, May 15, 2010, at Roswell Park, Buffalo. An Army veteran, he was a retired rural mail carrier. He was a member of St. Maximillian Kolbe Parish, St. Francis Church. Friends may call Tuesday and Wednesday, May 18 and 19th,from 4pm until 8pm at the funeral home . A Mass of Christian burial will be Thursday, 10am, at the church in Corfu. Memorials are suggested to Crossroads House, Genesee Cancer Assistance, or to the Church.
Arrangements by: C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Corfu
Diana Pott Nanni
-Batavia
Age: 70
Died: Saturday, May 15, 2010, at the Buffalo VA Medical Center. She served with the Women's Army Corps. Friends may call Friday, May 21, from 10am until noon, at the funeral home where a prayer service will follow at noon .
Arrangements by: Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield
Joseph A. Coppini
-Batavia
Age: 84
Died: Friday, May 14, 2010 at Medina Memorial Hospital. A US Army veteran, he worked for over 40 years at Lapp Insulator.He was a member of Resurrection Parish, St. Joseph's Church. Calling hours are Monday, May 17, from 5pm until 8pm. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 9:30am , Tuesday, at the church.
Arrangements by: H.E. Turner & Company Funeral Home, Batavia
Pamela J. (Mamoo) VanBuren
-South Alabama
Age: 51
Died: Monday, May 10, 2010, at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. She was a crew leader at Prime Materials, Batavia. Calling hours are Friday, 4pm until 8pm, where services will be held Saturday, 11am.
Arrangements by: Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield
Mervyn L. Greenaway
- Basom
Age: 79
Died: Saturday, May 8, 2010, at the Cleveland Clinic, Ohio. He was a retired diesel mechanic at Penn Diesel in Amherst. He was a member of the Oakfield Community Bible Church and a member of the Alabama Firemen's Exempts. He also worked security at Batavia Downs. Friends may call Tuesday, May 11, from 4pm until 9pm at the funeral home, where members of the Alabama Fire Department will meet at 7pm for services with members of the Medina Masonic Lodge at 7::30pm. Funeral services will be Wednesday, at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Alabama Fire Department or to the Medina Masonic Lodge No. 336.
Arrangements by: Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield
Richard D. Didget
-Batavia
Age: 89
Died: Thursday, May 6, 2010, at UMMC. A WWII veteran, he was a retired field representative for Upstate Milk Cooperative, LeRoy. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church. There are no prior calling hours. Services will be held Wednesday, May 12, at the First United Methodist Church, Lewiston Road, Batavia, 11am. Memorials are suggested to the church.
Arrangements by: H.E. Turner & Company Funeral Home, Batavia
Harold V. Hawthorn
-Bennington
Died: Thursday, May 6, 2010, at Wyoming County Nursing Home, Warsaw. An Army veteran, he retired from Buffalo Bethlehem Steel. There will be no prior calling hours. A memorial service will be held, Monday, May 10th, 4pm, at Calvary Baptist Church, Galloway Road, Batavia. Memorials are suggested to the Bennington Fire Department Rescue Squad.
Arrangements by: Marley Funeral Home, Attica