Obituaries

Batavia - Margaret J. "Peg" Smith, 87, of Batavia, passed away peacefully in the presence of family on Saturday, (April 27, 2024) at Crest Manor Living & Rehab Center in Fairport.

Margaret was born July 29, 1936, in Warsaw, a daughter of the late Milton Whaley and Kathleen (Foley) Whaley. Peg grew up in Pearl Creek, graduating from Pavilion High School. A devoted wife of the late Charles D. Smith, Margaret raised her family in Batavia. She worked as an administrative assistant for Eastman Kodak Co. in Rochester before later working at and retiring from the Greens in LeRoy.  Margaret was cheerful, kind, and compassionate, always willing to help others in need.

Surviving are her children, Patricia Steinsholt of Phoenix, Arizona; Robert Ditzel, and William Ditzel, both of Batavia; and David (Julie) Ditzel of Rochester; stepchildren, Deborah (John) Sikora of Rochester, Donna Smith of Medina, and Mark (Teresa) Smith of Caledonia; daughter-in-law, Christine Ditzel; and siblings, William (Sonia) Whaley of Pavilion, and Linda Dirrks of Kansas City, Kansas; brother-in-law, Edward Cutcliffe of Pavilion, and sister-in-law, Rosemary Whaley of Pearl Creek. Numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren also survive.

In addition to her parents and husband, Margaret is predeceased by her son, Thomas Ditzel; and siblings, Mary E. Fay, Nancy Cutcliffe, and Thomas M. Whaley Sr.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mercy Flight Central,100 Amherst Villa Rd, Buffalo, NY 14225,  Mercy Flight - When Minutes Matter: Emergency Medical Transport WNY.

Arrangements were entrusted to the care of H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home in Batavia. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Batavia- Andrei Abramov Schwartzman of Batavia passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at his home in Batavia.

Andrei was born on March 26, 1991, in Moscow Russia. He was the adopted son of Alan Schwartzman and Jean Tyson of the Bronx and biological son of Alexander and Natalia Abramov of Moscow.

He was a member of the student body at Genesee Community College. His interests included animal welfare, environmental issues, public safety, country music, long walks in quiet places and spending time with his family.

Andrei graduated from Summit School in Nyack, NY and Community School in Teaneck NY.

Surviving are both adoptive parents in The Bronx, his beloved cats Fat Joe and Ebony Eyes, brother Alex Abramov Schwartzman of Virginia Beach, sister Shelia Grey and nieces Aniya Agron and Destiny Grey of Newport News, Va, Aunts Zell Schwartzman of New York, Ruth(Art) Sabatini and Mary Ann Hopkins of Syracuse, Elizabeth( Bill) Parke of Rutherfordton NC, Uncle Bill (Pat) Tyson of Douglasville Ga., many cousins and sister Vicky and brother Dennis Abramov, formerly of Moscow, Russia.

Andrei is preceded in death by his Uncle Jim Tyson of Oakdale Ca., and his Schwartzman and Tyson grandparents of New York and Sayre Pa. respectively.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Volunteers for Animals, P.O. Box 1621, Batavia, New York 14021.

Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com

Rochester, NY – Joan C. Scott, 87, died of natural causes April 29, 2024, at her home in Rochester, NY.  Joan was born January 7, 1937, in Watertown, NY, the daughter of John H. Cleveland and Ermina Margaret Cleveland (née Bond)

Joan graduated from Watertown High School, Class of 1955. Following graduation, she attended SUNY Potsdam and was awarded a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, after which she taught kindergarten for several years. She married William B. Scott Jr. April 5, 1958, and they settled in New Hartford, NY. They moved to LeRoy, NY in 1968 and lived there until the passing of her husband, who died from cancer on August 13, 2017.  They were married for 59 years and had four children. 

Joan was an active parent with four children in the LeRoy Central School system. She advocated fiercely for resources to be available for children/students who were cognitively diverse, volunteered at the high school musicals, and was a LeRoy High School Band Mom. She was also an active member of both the LeRoy and Bergen United Methodist Churches. An avid fisherwoman, Joan could always be counted on to spread joy, share good humor, and was known for her own brand of witticisms. She was deeply caring, loved nature, especially bird watching, being up at the cabin, and her kids very much.

Surviving in addition to Joan’s companion/partner, Tom Ireland; are her son, William B. Scott III of Batavia, NY and his son, Brandon Scott of Tennessee; daughter, Suzanne E. Scott of Chicago, IL, and her husband, Hidemasa Yamakawa; son, David W. Scott of Fairport, NY, his ex-wife, Deborah B. Scott, and their two children, Nathan J. Scott and Julia R. Scott, both of Rochester, NY and son, Matthew B. Scott of Watertown, NY. She is also survived by her younger sister, Martha Leising (née Cleveland) of Webster, NY, her sisters-in-law, Peggy Cleveland of Watertown, NY, and Pam Cleveland of Tampa, FL.

A service of remembrance will be scheduled for the summer of 2024 in Sackets Harbor, NY.

Your memories and condolences may be shared with Joan’s family at www.falconefuneralhome.com. 

Chester S. Glomb, 96 of Corfu, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 26, 2024.

Chester was born on August 31, 1927, in Buffalo, a son of the late Stanley and Mary Bialach Glomb. He was the husband of the late Jeanette Glomb; father of the late Bruce Glomb and brother of the late Peter Glomb, Estelle Puls and Jean Stull. Chester served our country with the Merchant Marines during World War II.

Chester was an avid fisherman, hunter and outdoorsman. He loved his garden, especially growing tomatoes and had a fondness for apple pie.

Chester is survived by his children, Kathleen (Lyle) Gardner, Barbara (Jim) Klimczak, Brian Glomb and Kevin (Joan) Glomb; 16 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Friends may call Friday, May 3, 2024 from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main Street Corfu, NY. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, May 4th at 10:30 a.m. at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, 18 West Main Street, Corfu. Burial will follow in Evergreen Hill Cemetery, Corfu, NY.

Dave “Dancin’ Dave” Daansen passed away peacefully on April 26, 2024 after a long illness.   

  Dave was born May 24, 1949 in Seabreeze, NY to Dorothea and William Daansen. He spent his childhood on Lake Ontario in the shadow of the amusement park. From an early age, Dave’s passion was music, playing primarily trumpet in school but excelling at any instrument he picked up. 

     Dave taught himself to play guitar after he first heard Jimi Hendrix play, and the bass guitar would become the instrument for which he was known. He would also become accomplished on the drums and keyboard. After high school, Dave took his music on the road with bands such as Swift Kick, Harlot and briefly with Dokken and Ozzy Osbourne. That musical career led him to almost every state in the nation, as well as to Europe, Southeast Asia and Japan.

     After years on the road, Dave found himself back in Rochester where he met his future wife, Patty (McQuillen Panepento) and they were married in 1997. Dave continued to tour and play music in the Rochester area with Dave Donnelly, High Noon (the WBEE house band), PapaNut, the Chris Beard band and so many others, all while calling Rochester home. In 2015, an effort to be closer to family led Dave and Patty to move to LeRoy, NY where they could enjoy more family time, especially attending their grandchildren’s games and activities. Dave’s other passions were golf, baseball especially the NY Yankees and simple family times (though he never grew to understand Dungeon and Dragons despite his grandchildren’s attempts). 

     Dave is survived by a daughter, Annette (Mike Sr.) Junot and their children, Zak and Amanda Lippa, Mike Jr. and Brennan Junot, all of Rochester, and two sons, John and Jeffrey Daansen and his two children of Japan.

     Dave leaves Patty’s children, who he loved as his own: Peter (Chrissy) Panepento and their girls, Jessica (Jake) Keymel, Morgan (Fiancé Chris Elsbree) Panepento and Mary Lynn Panepento, all of Walworth, NY, Dave (Michelle) Panepento and daughter Anna, and Rob (Jill) Panepento and sons John and Jayce, all of LeRoy, NY.

     Also surviving are great-grandchildren Maddy and Riley Keymel, and Greyson Elsbree.

     Dave leaves a sister, Susan (Steve) Sander of North Carolina, and a foster-sister and brother, Lynn Connelly and Bill Bloom (Judy), both of Seabreeze, NY. Brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law include Mary Lynn (McQuillen) Jacko of Pittsburgh, Pa, Steve (Sheila) McQuillen of Stafford, NY, Pete (Judy) McQuillen of LeRoy, Tim (Sue) McQuillen of Byron, NY and Amy (McQuillen) Sturm of Erie, Pa. as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

     Last but not least is his beloved dog Jack.

     Dave is pre-deceased by his parents and a brother-in-law, Terry (Tuba) McQuillen.

     Patty would like to thank the staff of Premier Genesee who showed Dave such compassion and caring especially Careesa, Kristy and Mercedes and so many others.

     To recognize the hours of enjoyment that Dave received from watching his grandkids perform, memorials can be made to either LeRoy High School Music Dept. 9300 South St. Rd. LeRoy, NY, or to the Girls’ Softball Program at Notre Dame High School, 73 Union St. Batavia NY.

     Family and friends may call on Saturday, May 4 from 2 ~ 5 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake St. Rd., LeRoy, where his Celebration of Life Service will be held at 5:00 PM.

     Your memories and condolences may be shared with Dave’s family at www.falconefuneralhome.com. 

December 22, 1945 – April 24, 2024. Vincent Lawrence George, 78, passed away peacefully in Chicago after a long and courageous fight with lung cancer.

Vince was born in December 1945 in Batavia, NY to the late Lawrence B. and Mary Arlene George of Elba, NY. From a young age, Vince worked alongside his parents and family members at George’s Dairy, founded by Vince’s grandparents Sylvester and Mary Petz George almost 100 years ago. To this day, Genesee County residents remember George’s Dairy for its quality milk and ice cream delivered with pride by the George family. Vince discovered many of his truest passions at an early age, such as baseball, trains, westerns, eating, and teasing the people he loved, all of which he pursued vigorously the rest of his life.

Graduating salutatorian at Elba Central School in 1963, he attended St. Bonaventure University, class of 1967, majoring in accounting. In 1967, Vince was a member of the first MBA class at the University of Notre Dame, graduating in 1973. After working at Price Waterhouse in Philadelphia from 1973-78, Vince moved to Dallas to work as Tax Director for the Trammell
Crow Company, a leading commercial real estate developer. He remained at Trammell Crow the next twenty years, working various leadership positions in venture capital and finance. For the final phase of his career, Vince worked at Centex and Panattoni Development Company in Dallas.

His favorite activities with his wife, Cynthia and children, Erika and Matthew, included traveling, watching movies, relaxing at Cedar Creek Lake and planning their next meal. He was a constant presence as a school volunteer and active member of Northridge Presbyterian Church.

When not traveling the world (he and Cindy visited over 150 countries together), he loved to visit his five grandchildren in San Antonio and Chicago. In Dallas, he volunteered as an English teacher at Literacy Achieves, as well as a docent at the George W. Bush Presidential Library. A week after visiting his seventh and final continent (Antarctica) with Cindy, Vince was diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer, fighting the disease for the next fourteen months until he passed away.

Vince was predeceased by his parents, his parents-in-law, James and Shirley Johnston, and Evelyn Johnston, his brother-in-law, Dr. John C. Gessner, his sister-in-law, Susan Johnston, and his niece, Nicole Wingate. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Cynthia Jean Johnston George, daughter Erika (Blake) Romney of San Antonio, TX and son Matthew (Claire) George
of Chicago, IL, beloved grandchildren, Annie, Greyson, Ford and baby Romney (expected in August), and Shirley and Eamon George. Vince is also survived by his sisters, Elizabeth (Joseph) Ivers of Houston, TX and Margaret George of Saint Paul, MN, his brother-in-law Randy (Carolyn) Johnston of Knoxville, TN, seven nieces and nephews, aunt Shirley George
(Thomas) Edbauer of North Tonawanda, NY and numerous cousins.

Vince was one-of-a-kind in his intelligence, generosity, and goodness. We love you, and still hear your laugh.

A memorial service will be held at Northridge Presbyterian Church (6920 Bob O Link Drive, Dallas, Tx, 75214) on Friday, May 3^rd, at 10am CDT. For those unable to travel, the service will be livestreamed here. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Northridge Presbyterian Church’s “Memorials and Honoraria” page, typing Vince’s name under “Please Specify.” The link can be found here.

Dolores Rose Panepinto Gaeta, 95, passed away on April 25, 2024, in Bloomfield Township, MI. Dolores was born in Batavia, NY, on December 9, 1928, the daughter of Alfred and Rose LoTempio Panepinto. After graduating from Batavia High School in 1946, she worked in retail sales, as a secretary at Sylvania’s, and as a medical transcriptionist and secretary for the social work department at the Veteran’s Hospital. After moving to Youngstown, OH, in 1968, she managed a woman’s clothing store, and served on the board of the Butler Art Gallery.

Dolores supported the arts wherever she lived, serving on committees of the Youngstown Symphony Guild in the 1970s, and the Naples Philharmonic League in the 1990s, after the Gaetas moved to Naples, FL.

Throughout her life, she supported the business ventures of her husband, Calvin, whom she married in 1948, including the Caravan Restaurant and their commercial real estate company.

Dolores was predeceased by her husband, Calvin, in 2014; by her brother, Alfred, in 1999; and by her son-in-law, Mark Erlich, in 2010. She is survived by two daughters, Pamela Gaeta and Penny Erlich; three grandchildren, Katie Emily Leibhan (Evan), Paul Gaeta Brown (Mackenzie), and Amy Gabrielle Erlich; and three great-grandchildren, Noah Stephen Leibhan, Chloe Rose Leibhan, and Brooke Lillian Brown; several nieces and nephews; and her loving companions and caregivers, the family of LaTonja Cooper, of Michigan.

A mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Joseph’s Church, Batavia, NY, at a later date. There will be no calling hours. Interment will be at St. Joseph’s Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were completed by A. J. Desmond & Sons, Royal Oak, MI. View obituary and share memories at AJDesmond.com

Susan Lee Sanford, 76, of Oakfield passed away on April 16, 2024 at the United Memorial Medical Center. She was born on March 30, 1948 in Batavia to the late LeRoy F. and Helen (Burdett) Sanford Jr. In addition to her parents, Susan is predeceased by her brother; Ellis J. Sanford. 

Susan worked 55 years for Scotch Game Call and Angler Sports Group in Elba before retiring at age 73. She was active with the Oakfield Fire Department and Rescue Squad, past secretary and was one of their first female members and was a board member on the Oakfield Historical Society. She relished working as their maintenance person. Susan enjoyed hunting and fishing, at age she uses a 12 gauge shotgun to shoot a thanksgiving turkey competing against all men.

She is survived by her brother; Gary Sanford of Oakfield, along with several nieces and nephews. 

Family and friends are invited to call from 10:00 – 11:00AM on Saturday June 1^st, 2024 at the East Shelby Community Bible Church 5278 E. Shelby Rd. Medina, NY 14103. An 11:00AM Funeral Service will immediately follow visitation. She will be laid to rest in Reed Cemetery in Oakfield. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com.  Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Earl Rowley, affectionately known as Jim, of Oakfield, NY, who left us peacefully on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at his home. Born on July 5, 1939, in Orangeville, NY, to Earl W. Rowley and Marie E. (Gillmeister) Rowley, he led a life full of passion, purpose, and love.

James graduated from Barker Central High School in 1957 and began his career as a draftsman at Lobe Pump in Gasport, NY, and then at Yale and Towne in Batavia, NY. James trained on the job in the field of digital printing and scanning technologies. He worked as an Optical Engineering Technician at the Eastman Kodak Company in Rochester, NY, retiring in 2002 after twenty-plus years of service.

James married the love of his life, Constance M. (Gould) Rowley, on November 26, 1966. Together, they created countless memories and raised two wonderful daughters, Joanne, and Jennifer.

A skilled handyman, gardener, and builder, James always had a home improvement project in progress. A skilled marksman, he enjoyed shooting sports, deer hunting, fishing, bird watching, and being out in nature.  A man of faith, James gave his time as a volunteer leader at St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Medina, NY. His life was a testament to his values, and he will be remembered for his legacy of generosity, sense of humor, and dedication to family.

James leaves behind his loving spouse, Constance M. (Gould) Rowley, daughter, Joanne E. Caton-Frank (Ken Frank), granddaughters Rachel J. Caton and Emily M. Caton; daughter, Jennifer L. (Joseph Jr.) Ficcaglia, grandsons, Joseph Ficcaglia III and John Ficcalglia; sister, Jeanne (Roger) Meland; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Preceded in death by his parents Earl W. Rowley and Marie E. (Gillmeister) Rowley, and sister Barbara A. Rowley.

The family invites you to join them in a celebration of James’s life on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at 4:00 PM at Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Avenue, Oakfield, NY 14125. Calling hours begin at 2:00 PM on Sunday and will conclude at 4:00 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be on Monday, May 6, 2024 at 1 PM at Hartland Central Cemetery, 8541 Ridge Road, Gasport, NY 14067. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to HomeCare &Hospice of Batavia, 29 Liberty Avenue, Suite #6, Batavia, NY 14020 or the American Cancer Society of WNY, 101 John James Audubon Parkway Buffalo, NY 14228.

To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in his memory, please visit www.burdettandsanford.com.

September 10, 1962 -  April 22, 2024

Dan passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife Sue and his friends at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee following a traumatic accident.  He was in Nashville doing what he enjoyed most; exploring a new place and meeting new people.  Dan loved people.  

    Daniel James Cory was born September 10, 1962 to George and Jane Cory, joining big brother, Dennis to make a great little family of 4.  Dan was proud to be from LeRoy/Limerock.  Family history and the history of his town meant the world to him. He was the local historian among his group of friends and family. 

     Dan graduated from LeRoy HS in 1980.  He continued to keep in touch with his classmates, being a member of the reunion committees.  He loved reconnecting and reminiscing with his classmates and former teachers. 

     Dan attended Rochester Institute of Technology, receiving a certificate in Tooling and Machining from the School of Applied Industrial Studies.  He worked as a tool maker at Kodak for 25 years.  He was encouraged to become a teaching assistant at the Applied Technical Center at Monroe Community College.  He eventually became an adjunct professor, teaching the next generation of tool makers.  Dan found a passion in teaching and often said he had missed his calling. 

     In 2002, Dan met his wife Sue, the love of his life, on a blind date.  They were married in October of 2005 and have enjoyed a great life with friends and family.  Dan became a Holley Hawk, fully supporting and attending the many activities that Sue, retired MS/HS Principal, was involved in.  He loved being involved with the faculty and students of Holley. He was a very supportive and loving husband.  Dan and Sue have done a lot of traveling and were making plans to share a lot more experiences and fun together.  They lived in East Irondequoit before building their dream home in Webster in 2014. Dan was fully involved in the construction process.  His attention to detail was spectacular, researching the many items that go into the building of a new home. 

     Dan was very sociable and loved being with people.  He valued his friendships and his time “shooting the breeze” with those around him.  If you knew Dan you knew a very special man.  He loved deeply and if you were a friend, you were a friend for life.  Dan was friendly and kind.  He loved sharing an old memory or an old story.   

     Family was very important to Dan.  He valued the time that he got to spend with them.  He supported them through the good times as well as through the tough times. 

     Dan is survived by his wife, Susan Cory (Menga).  His mother, Jane Cory, currently living at Heather Heights Assisted Living in Pittsford.  He is also survived by many other relatives and close friends who are family.

     Dan was predeceased by his Father, George Cory, his brother, Dennis Cory, and beloved Aunts, Marie Costa and Minnie Cory. 

     Please join us in a celebration of Dan’s life. A mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter’s Church, 44 Lake St., LeRoy, NY on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 11:00 AM.  Following the mass the family invites you to join us at Alleyway, 3154 State Street, Caledonia, NY, for lunch and to make a toast (or two) to our husband, son and friend. 

     In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of your choice in his name, or you can donate to the Daniel Cory Scholarship fund to be awarded annually to a student pursuing a career in the trades.  Checks to the scholarship fund can be made to Holley Central School District, referencing Dan’s Scholarship.  Holley Central School District, 3800 N. Main Street, Holley, NY 14470.

     Your memories and condolences may be shared with Dan’s family at www.falconefuneralhome.com.

Dale, NY ~ Deborah Lee Heale, age 62, of Dale Road, passed away early Thursday morning (April 25, 2024) at Rochester General Hospital.   

  She was born September 25, 1961 in Buffalo, a daughter of the late James and Pearl Czerniewski Kingsley.

     Deb will be remembered for her love of family, friends and animals of all kinds. She was a 24 plus year devoted employee of TOPS Market in Warsaw.  She enjoyed reading books, cross stitching, needlepoint, along with watching and feeding “her” birds.

     She will be sadly missed by her two loving and devoted best friends, her husband of almost 40 years, Daniel Heale and her daughter, Nicole Heale.  She is also survived by her brother, Keith (Judy) Pringle; mother-in-law, Dorothy Young; step-mother-in-law, Gail Heale; sisters-in-law, Deb Odom and Donna Barnes, along with many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

     In addition to her parents, Deb was predeceased by her brothers, Ernest Hepp and Gordon “Corky” Pringle and her special canine companion, Cobain.

     Family and friends may call on Wednesday, May 1 from 5 ~ 7 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake St. Rd., LeRoy, where her funeral service will be held following visitation at 7:00 PM.  Interment in Glenwood Cemetery, Perry will be private.

     Your memories and condolences may be shared with Deb’s family at www.falconefuneralhome.com. 

Attica - JoAnn J. Winkelman, 87 of Attica passed away on Wednesday,(April 24, 2024) at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital in Williamsville.

Mrs. Winkelman was born September 20, 1936 in Buffalo, a daughter of the late Joseph and Evelyn (Gerstner) Archangel.

JoAnn was a bus driver with Becker Bus Service for many years as well as a server at The Prospector. She greatly enjoyed trying her luck with the slots at Batavia Downs. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.

Surviving are her husband, Melvin Winkelman of Corfu; daughter, Terry (Michael) Schmieder of Attica; son, Gerald Winkelman of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania; grandsons, Chad Winkelman of Attica, Taylor (Abby) Winkelman of Fayetteville, N. Carolina, and Devon Winkelman of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

She is preceded in death by her brother, Gerald Archangel; and sister, Judy Archangel.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family. She will be laid to rest beside her parents in Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Cheektowaga. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Gateway Home, 91 Main Street, Attica, New York 14011.

Arrangements were entrusted to the care of Marley Funeral Home, 135 Main Street in Attica. Words of sympathy and condolence may be shared at www.marleyfuneralhome.com.

Douglas Lee Owens, Jr. ,60, of Pavilion, NY passed away on December 6th, 2023 at Strong Memorial Palliative Care/Hospice Unit in Rochester, NY after a battle with cancer. 

Doug was born on March 22, 1963 to Douglas and the late Mary (Burdick) Owens.Doug grew up in Centerville, NY and graduated from Fillmore Central School. He lived and worked in Florida for over 30 years in construction and pouring concrete, including Sunrise Aluminum. Doug was an avid outdoorsman- hunting, fishing, and living off the land. He loved being out on a boat and loved the warmth of Florida. Doug loved cooking food especially for his family and friends.  He also enjoyed canning and making maple syrup. Doug lived the past several years back in New York.  Doug was a hardworking, loyal friend, always willing to help out where he could. 

Doug is survived by his father Douglas (Florence Young) of  Warsaw; his son, Josh Evangelista (Jamie Sotak) of Geneseo, NY; his daughters Ashlie Owens (Brandon Ewing) and Tasha Owens both of Englewood, Fla; grandchildren Kamryn, Kendall, and Korri Evangelista; Lily, Corbin, and Ellamae Ewing. Ellamae was just born on her grandpa’s birthday.  Siblings Rhonda (Kevin Clary) of Pavilion NY, James of Pavilion NY, Timothy (Lee Ann Everett) of Centerville NY, and Darla(Barry Harlan) of Loretto, TN; along with several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. Predeceased by his mother, Mary Owens; his nephew, John Clary; grandparents, and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Doug donated his body to research at the University of Rochester Medical School Anatomical Gift Program. The family would like to thank everyone who cared for Doug at Strong, Wilmot Cancer Center, and the Strong Memorial Palliative Care/Hospice Unit. Family and friends will gather at a later date at the convenience of the family.

Memorials in his name may be made to Wilmot Cancer Center 7995 Call Parkway, Batavia,NY 14020 or to Strong Memorial Palliative Care 601 Elmwood Avenue 1st Floor, Suite C Rochester, NY 14642.

Albert Palmer, 76, of Warsaw, NY was born on Dec 24, 1947 and entered the gates of heaven on April 25th, 2024 after a hard fought battle with cancer.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Doris Palmer, as well as his brother, Joseph “Frank” Palmer.   

  Al was born in Batavia, NY and graduated from Notre Dame High school in 1965. He served in the National Guard for over 20 years and worked as a Water Plant Operator for the City of Batavia for over 30 years. Al loved being active, he loved playing pickleball, working around his hobby farm, and attending his grandchildren’s sporting events. Most of all, Al enjoyed any time he could spend with his friends and family.

     Al is survived by his loving wife, Jeanne; children, Nicole Palmer, Frank (Krista) Palmer, Laura (Dave) Williams, Aaron Pahuta and Amanda Palmer; grandchildren, Rian, Dylan, Sadie, Sophie, Isaac and Addison. He is also survived by his sisters, Josette Dobiesz and Linda Palmer; niece, Lindsay (TJ) Rinaldo and nephew, Craig (Desiree) Dobiesz.

     Family and friends are invited to join us in a Celebration Service of Al’s life on Wednesday May 1, 2024 at 2:00 PM at Northgate Free Methodist Church, 8160 Bank Street Rd, Batavia, NY 14020. Light refreshments will be served after the service as we reminisce about all our fond and funny memories of Al.

     In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Northgate FMC or Cornerstone Baptist Church, 2583 Main Road, East Pembroke, NY 14056.

     Your memories and condolences may be shared with Al’s family at www.falconefuneralhome.com.

Charles D. Sackett, 63, of Tennessee, passed away on April 23, 2024. He was born on April 7, 1961 to the late John and Jean (Lovejoy) Sacket. In addition to his parents, Charles is predeceased by his wife; Amy Sackett; and son Chandler Sackett.

Charlie is survived by his two sons, a daughter, two step sons and two step daughters.

Charlie was born and raised on the Sackett Farm and hard work was in Charlie's blood. He enjoyed helping others, which led to him having several jobs for the local people of Byron. After high school Charlie attended Cornell University where he graduated with a degree in agriculture and agribusiness. After getting his degree he went to the police academy and became a New York State Trooper at the age of 27. He retired after 28 years of service.

During his life as a trooper he met his wife Amy Hennard and married her in the summer of 2001. They had two children together Chandler and Caitlin. After his retirement Charlie spent his time cutting lumber and enjoyed helping his good friend Rick whenever he was needed. He had 11 grandchildren who he loved reading to and watching movies with. Charlie was loved by many and his love for helping and serving others showed throughout his entire life. He will always be remembered for his warm smile, his hearty laugh, his willingness to help, and his love for his friends and family.

There will be no prior calling hours. A 1:00PM Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday April 30, 2024 at Byron Cemetery on Route 262 in Byron, NY where he will be laid to rest.

To leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.