Obituaries

James Russell Pacino, 77, of Batavia, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024. He had been ill for the past six months.

Born in Batavia on November 10, 1946, Jim was the son of the late Russell & Shirley (Towne) Pacino. He was a proud 1964 graduate of Batavia High School where he was a four-sport Blue Devils letterman in wrestling, baseball, tennis, and football. Following his graduation, James began pursuing a physical education degree at SUNY Brockport.

In 1967, Jim enlisted in the United States Navy.  He was trained at Great Lakes Naval Training Center in Illinois, where his unique aptitude for science and experience working summers at the Batavia Veterans Hospital made him a perfect candidate to be trained as a Navy Medical Corpsman.

Jim was deployed in April of 1969 to serve with the Lima Company, 3rd Marine Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division of the United States Marine Corps – in Da Nang, Vietnam.  On May 29, 1969, Corpsman Pacino was wounded, treated and sent back to active duty until June 9, 1969, when his platoon was riding on a tank to set up outposts on the roadsides to prevent ambushes on the convoys. The tank exploded after hitting a land mine, killing 4 and wounding many others, including Corpsman Pacino.  He was treated for deep wounds in his legs, arms, chest, and neck. After three days, he was sent to Yokohama, Japan for more surgical procedures. Transported to St. Albans Naval Hospital in Queens, NY, he spent a year recovering from his injuries and learning to walk again.  

Jim finished his service at the Naval Dispensary in Quantico, VA before being honorably discharged on November 6, 1970. In addition to a Purple Heart with Gold Star, Corpsman Pacino was awarded the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Gold Palm Leaf, Combat Action Ribbon, National Defense Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with Bronze Star, the Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the Department of Navy Good Conduct Award.

Jim married PattiAnn Cleveland on July 29, 1972.  The couple moved to Philippi, WV, where Jim had enrolled in the newly created Physician’s Assistant program at Alderson-Broaddus College. In May of 1975 he earned his BS in Medical Science with a concentration in Physician’s Assistant.

Jim and Patti returned to Batavia where he began his 40-year career in medicine.  He first worked in Rochester for the private practice of Dr. Alessandro Bertoni. In 1989 he became the first Physician’s Assistants to be hired at Genesee Memorial Hospital. He worked in the Emergency Room until 2000 when GMH merged with St. Jermone to become United Memorial Medical Center. He spent the last 15 years of his career working in LeRoy at Genesee Family Practice, first with Dr. Lorne Campbell and then with Dr. Vladimir Gaspar.

Jimmy was an avid sports fan both loving (and hating) the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, NY Mets, University of Notre Dame, and Syracuse Orangemen.  He spent years watching and coaching his kids in youth sports, and continued to enjoy youth sports while watching his grandchildren play. He was a former member of the Kiwanis Club of Batavia where he enjoyed working on the pancake breakfast and the Easter egg hunt. James loved tending his tomato garden, working on his pool, and baking pies for holiday gatherings. He especially loved having his family over for pasta with homemade sauce and meatballs every Sunday, a tradition dating back to his grandparents arrival from Vallelunga, Sicily over a century ago.

    
Besides his wife of 51 years, Jim is survived by his children: Kristen Heather (Jeremiah) Elkins of East Pembroke, Jennifer Nicole (Jason) Lendvay and Joshua Michael (Carrie Rousseau) Pacino of Batavia; his 5 grandchildren: Izabella Elkins, Tyler Jay & Austin Jase Lendvay, Matthew & Garrett Rousseau; his sisters: Joan Eva (late Gerald) Halfenger, Judi (Felix) Maluso, Janice (Keith) Hunt, all of Batavia; Melanie (Craig) Cohen of Kenmore and Pamela (Patrick) Mills of Miami, FL; his nieces and nephews: G. Michael (Melissa) Halfenger of Whitefish Bay, WI, Jeff Konarski of Batavia, John (Melissa) Konarski of Ellicottville, Philip (Kelsey) Cohen, Daniel (Amber) Cohen all of Kenmore; his grand-nieces and nephews: Matthew & Kyleigh Halfenger, Gaege Morris, Blaise & Marley Konarski, Nika, Jionni, and Winter Cohen; numerous cousins, colleagues, and devoted friends.

Calling hours for James will be held on Friday, April 12, from 4-7pm at Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home. A mass of Christian burial will be Saturday, April 13, at 9:30am at Resurrection Parish, St. Joseph’s worship site, followed by a military burial in the Historic Batavia Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in James’ honor to the Batavia City Schools Foundation for the establishment of a wrestling scholarship.

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

LeRoy – James M. Wujcik, age 48, of Haven Lane, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.     

     He was born March 17, 1976 in Rochester, a son of John Wujcik and the late Carole Lapp Wujcik; grandson of the late Catherine and Clarence Lapp.  James will be remembered as a loving husband, father, brother, uncle and dear friend to many.   

   He will be sadly missed by his wife and best friend of 16 years, Katie Wujcik; his children, Joseph Wujcik (10 years old), Anna Rose Wujcik (8 years old) of LeRoy; brother Jeff (Michele) Wujcik; In-laws, Joseph and Nancy Nicklyn; nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins, along with countless friends.  In addition to his mother, James was predeceased by his brother, Jason Wujcik.

     James graduated from Leroy High School, Canisius College, and Cooley Law School. He was an accomplished attorney practicing law for many years at Dadd, Nelson, Wilkinson & Wujcik, as well as serving proudly as the Genesee County Attorney and the Wyoming County Attorney.  He loved his family, friends, his dog, Pearl, and all things sports – he especially enjoyed his Canisius baseball career, coaching LeRoy Little League and spent countless hours cheering on his children’s ice hockey teams.

     Family and friends may call on Sunday, April 7 from 4-7 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service, Inc., 8700 Lake St. Rd., LeRoy.  Rite of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, April 8 at 10:30 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter’s Church, 44 Lake Street, LeRoy, NY.  (Rite of Christian Burial will be livestreamed at www.ourladyofmercyleroy.org)

     The courtesy of no flowers is requested with contributions in memory of Jim going to St. Joseph Regional School, 2 Summit Street, Batavia, NY 14020.

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

Gail M. Kleparek, 65 of Bowmansville, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday (April 3, 2024) at her home.

She was born November 12, 1958 in Buffalo, a daughter of Donald and Mary Serach Schalk of Clarence, NY.

Gail enjoyed crafting, playing bingo and gardening around her home. She was also very fond of animals. Most of all, she loved her family and will be missed by all who knew her.

Surviving besides her parents are her husband, Martin Kleparek Sr. of Bowmansville. Daughter, Barbara (Carlos) Perez of Amherst. Sons, Martin Kleparek Jr. and David Kleparek, both of Bowmansville. Grandchildren, Matthew Kleparek and Anabelle Kleparek-Hoinski. Siblings, Donald (Carolyn) Schalk of Lancaster, George Schalk of Clarence, Marylou (John) Maier of Lockport and Amy (Micah) Fairbanks of Alden. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Saturday (April 13^th) from 1-3pm & 6-8pm at the J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 John St., Akron, NY. A funeral service will be held Sunday (April 14^th), 2:00pm at High Point Church, 1163 Main St, Corfu, NY 14036.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 JOHN ST., AKRON, NY 14001. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR.

LeRoy ~ Patrick J. Patton, age 66, of Summit Street, passed away on Wednesday (April 3, 2024) at home surrounded by his loving family.

     He was born May 29, 1957 in Buffalo, a son of the late Edward and Agnes Nihill Patton.  

   Patrick will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and dear friend to many.  He graduated from Alfred University in 1978 with a Bachelors degree in Fine Arts.  His contributions to his family and community were remarkable.  He loved working with the kids and music department at LeRoy Central School, where he volunteered countless hours working on set designs for their school musicals for 17 years.  In 2022, Pat received the Community Service Award from the Rochester Broadway Theater League in recognition for his years of work at LeRoy Central Schools. Pat worked at Armstrong Brands in West Seneca from its inception in 1993.  He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of LeRoy, enjoyed reading about history and loved to attend theatre productions with his family.

     He will be sadly missed by his wife and best friend of 37 plus years, Beth Erick Patton; his children, Joseph (Sarah) Patton of Williamsville and Katherine (Tyler) Owen of Buffalo; granddaughter, Eleanor Patton; brothers, Michael (Jeannie) Patton of CO and Kevin (Dawn) Patton of NC;  In-laws, Thomas Erick, Coleen Erick and Lynda (Mitchell Roemer) Erick; nieces and nephews, Andrew (Amy) Severson, Brigid (Steven) Filmer, Sarah Severson, Meghan Patton, Matthew (Taylor) Patton, Sean (Becca) Patton, Sarah (Mark) Erick, Cathleen Roemer and Christine (Dan) Schmitt, along with countless friends.

     In addition to his parents, Pat was predeceased by his sister, Mary Katherine Severson.

     Family and friends may call on Saturday, April 6 from 1 ~ 5 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake St. Rd., LeRoy.  Pat’s Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, April 7 at 2:00 PM at the First Presbyterian Church of LeRoy, Routes 5 & 19, LeRoy, NY. 

     The courtesy of no flowers is requested with contributions in memory of Pat going to either the Patrick J. Patton Memorial Scholarship Fund at LeRoy Central School, 2 Trigon Park, LeRoy, N.Y. 14482 or to the First Presbyterian Church of LeRoy, 7 Clay Street, LeRoy, N.Y. 14482.

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

Bonnie J.  Caton, 77, of Oakfield, NY passed away on March 29, 2024 at United Memorial Medical Center following a long battle with COPD.

Bonnie was born January 10, 1947 in Batavia, NY, the daughter of the late David P. and Cecile (Gilliatt) Patterson, Sr.

Bonnie was a graduate of Oakfield Alabama Central School.  In earlier years, she worked as a waitress at the Alabama Hotel and later as a part-time cashier at Walmart.  Her full-time job was at The New York State School for the Blind from which she retired in 2008 after nearly 28 years of service.  She enjoyed crafts, working in her yard, being outdoors and spending time with her family.  She had a passion for her plants as well as tending to her annual “swarm” of hummingbirds crowded around her feeder, situated on her front porch, in full view from her living room recliner.

Bonnie is survived by are her three sons, her proudest accomplishments, Michael Caton of Oakfield, NY, Timothy (Karla) Caton of Copley, Ohio and Todd (Kimberly) Caton of Oakfield, NY; her foster brother, Richard Bisig of Batavia, NY; her sister-in-law Margaret Patterson; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, David P. Patterson Jr.

Per Bonnie’s request, there are no prior calling hours. A private service will be held on May 11, 2024.  Bonnie will be laid to rest in Reed Cemetery in Oakfield.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Lung Association.

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

Arrangements for Bonnie were entrusted to the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield, (585) 958-5325.

Jesse A. Russell, 34 of Basom, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 30, 2024.

He was born October 4, 1989 in Rochester, NY, a son of John Russell of Batavia and Claranne Burgel of Batavia.

Jesse completed and gained his certificate of apprenticeship training where he then served as a journeyman carpenter. He was an avid skateboarder always kick flipping and grinding on his half pipes he built in his basement. His beloved cat Tiger was his favorite spectator.

Survivors include his parents, John (Yvonne “Lonnie”) Russell of Batavia and Claranne Burgel of Batavia. Siblings, Joanne (Craig) Iovino of Londonderry, NH, Wendolynn (Grant) Gildehaus of Charlotte, NC, Emily (Justin) Ridgeway of Fort Wayne, IN, Rhiannon (Brooks) Hawley of Batavia, Jonathan Burgel of Basom and Jacob Burgel of Batavia. Step-brother, Donald Ryan of E. Pembroke. Grandfather, Jack (Marie) Russell of Lake City, FL. Also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Jesse was predeceased by his grandparents, Anna Russell and William and Jeanette Burgel.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Friday (April 5^th) from 4-8pm at the J. Leonard McAndrew Funeral Home, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia, NY, where a funeral service will be Saturday (April 6^th) at 11am. Burial will follow in Stafford Rural Cemetery.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net. 

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, NY 14020. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR.

Joan M. (Reeves) Quaranta, 82, of Batavia, passed away on March 30, 2024 at home under the care of her loving family.

Joan was born July 28,1941 in Binghamton, a daughter of the late Richard and Lillian (Lyons) Reeves.

Joanie was happiest  when she was outdoors.  Whether it was a long walk in her beloved Broadalbin woods, gathering berries on a roadside, or spending time at home with her plants and dogs, Joanie came alive amongst nature's creatures.  While obtaining her Master's Degree, Joan also was raising her two children, Raymond and Tammy.  She was a habilitation program aide for the New York State School For The Blind in Batavia and demonstrated her love and commitment to the children there as if they were her own.

Surviving are her children, Raymond (Sandra) Moskal of Alexander and Tammy (Paul) Zambito of Batavia; grandchildren, Christiana (Abdool) Ganie, Taryn (Daniel) Carrigan and Raelynn Moskal; great-grandchildren, Arya, Gavin and Devin Ganie; her twin sister, Jean (James, Sr.) Martin and nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by a sister, Ann Whittey.

As per Joan's wishes there will be no calling hours or funeral service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to ASPCA, www.aspca.org or to Genesee Cancer Assistance,127 North Street, Batavia, NY 14020, www.geneseecancerassistance.org.  

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

Arrangements for Joan were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Batavia, (585) 343-8868.

Angeline R. Whitehead, 83, of Batavia, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family on Sunday, March 31, 2024. She was born November 17, 1940 in Lockport, to the late Frank and Angeline (Mastendrea) Paradise. She is preceded in death by sister, Gloria (Calvin) Bradshaw, brother, Robert Paradise, brothers-in-law, Gerald Wagner and Lea Edmunds.

Mrs. Whitehead retired from General Motors in Lockport. She was an avid Bingo player, loved gameshows, soap operas, her flower gardens, feeding birds, word find puzzles and traveling with her husband. 

Family was everything to her, her children and grandchildren were her greatest joy. She loved having everyone together over meals, especially Christmas, watching everyone open gifts and being together.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 63 years, Raymond E. Whitehead of Batavia, daughters, Diane (Norman) Hubbard of Batavia, Donna (Mark) DeMarzio of Inverness, FL, Debbie (Patrick) Accetta of Niagara Falls, siblings, Mary Lou Wagner of Lockport, Joann Edmunds of TN, Peter (Philomena) Paradise of TN, 9 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Thursday, April 4, 2024 from 5 to 6pm at the Funeral Home. A Celebration of her Life will immediately follow, 6:00pm at the Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest in Western New York National Cemetery, Corfu.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Genesee Cancer Assistance, 127 North St, Batavia, NY 14020.  To leave an online message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020.

Thomas F. Sacher, 83 of Oakfield, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, March 30, 2024. He was born March 10, 1941 in Buffalo to the late Thomas R. and Eileen (Miller) Sacher. He is preceded in death by his brother Timothy Sacher.

Tom was a proud United States Navy Veteran. He worked for many years as a contractor all around the area. Tom was a man of great faith and was very active in The City Church. He opened the church for prayer, constantly involved in Food Giveaway and Bible Study groups.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Judith M. (Steinhoff) Sacher of Oakfield, sons, Thomas J. (Nancy) of Arcade, Christopher (Rhonda) of Sardinia, Robert (Lori) Sacher of Batavia, sister Cynthia Ebert of Arcade, 8 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nepehws.

Friends are invited to call on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 from 3 to 5pm at The City Church, 210 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. A Celebration of his Life will immediately follow, 5:00pm at the Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Church. To leave an online message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020.

Hazel Vonceil Lamb, 96, formerly of Attica, NY, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at the NYS Veterans’ Home in Batavia.

Born on December 19, 1927 in O’Donnell, TX, she was the daughter of the late Monroe and Mordie (Manning) Self.

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Evan Charles Lamb, siblings Kathleen Farquhar and Billy Ray Self and brother-in-law Thomas Farquhar.

When Vonceil was three, the family made their way back to Central Texas from the Panhandle after the Dust Bowl ruined their cotton crop three years running. Vonceil’s grandfather gifted 125 acres on a small farm and a few head of cattle to get them started. She recalled her childhood as one of hot, dusty work, garbed in bib overalls, long sleeved shirts and split bonnets as she and her sister helped to pick cotton, pull broomcorn and bag oats, among other chores. Looking back, they were also happy, wholesome years spending time with family and neighbors in the rural Izoro community.

Following graduation from Evant High School in 1945, Vonceil left home to attend beauty school in El Paso, TX studying cosmetology. After earning her beautician’s license, she moved to Dallas, TX for work. It was there that she competed in two state hair styling competitions winning first place in 1949. While attending beauty school in El Paso, she met the love of her life, Evan, who was serving in the Army at the time and stationed in Fort Bliss, TX. They were married in Dallas on August 27,1949, honeymooned in Niagara Falls, and made their way to
Western NY where they settled and raised their family.

In 1952, Evan partnered with brother Gerald on the family farm in Darien where babies were welcomed and Vonceil perfected her sewing, baking, gardening and canning skills. The family later moved to Attica in 1963, when Evan was offered a teaching position. Vonceil resumed her hairstyling career, working out of her home salon for 30 years. She was an accomplished seamstress and shared her sewing talents with others, including many dresses/outfits for herself and her daughters. She added quilts, bedspreads, draperies and pillows to the home as well as crocheted afghans. Vonceil was also a gifted gardener and known for her beautiful landscape designs and flower gardens. She was a member of the Attica Garden Club and showcased her extensive gardens on sponsored home and garden tours.

A beloved member of her community, Vonceil was a faithful member of the Attica Trinity United Methodist Church for 55 years where she served in a variety of roles including the Women’s Ministry, Kitchen Ministry and Flower Committee. Vonceil made many homemade pies and fresh yeast rolls for various church social and fundraising events
and arranged beautiful bouquets for the church altar from her personal gardens. Her sewing skills extended to designing and assembling symbolic banners used as the seasons changed and making the first Chrismon's to hang on the church Christmas tree.

Vonceil was also an avid golfer and long time member of the Attica Golf Club. She enjoyed traveling across the US, Europe and South America with Evan and close friends. Although leaving her home in Attica in 2017 was difficult, she enjoyed her six years residing at The Manor House in Batavia and appreciated the activities, friends and devoted care she received there.

Vonceil is lovingly remembered for her inner and outer beauty, elegance and grace, giving heart, delicious southern cooking, extraordinary work ethic, common sense, strong Christian faith and devotion to family, church and community. She was known for her generosity and always looked for ways to help her family, friends and neighbors, preparing countless meals and baked goods for those in time of need. The family wishes to extend their deepest appreciation for the professionalism and exemplary care provided to both Vonceil and Evan during their time as residents of the Veterans’ Home in Batavia.

Vonceil is survived by her loving children, Natalie (David) Paradowski of Colden, NY; Merely (Michael) Krol of Churchville, NY; Timothy (Susan) Lamb of West Falls, NY; AFS daughter Anita (Jose Pedro) Deiderich of Trinidad, Bolivia, SA; five grandchildren, Marisa (Daniel) Esler, Ryan (Natalie) Lamb, Grayson (Rebekah) Krol, Ethan Paradowski and Robert Lamb; two great-grandchildren, Hudson Krol and Mira Esler; brother, Evon (Donnis) Self of Lampasas, TX; and many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. All are invited to attend Vonceil and Evan’s Celebration of Life Graveside Ceremony on Saturday, June 15th at 11:00 AM at the Darien Cemetery, 1803 Broadway, Darien, NY.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Trinity United Methodist Church, 75 Main Street, Attica, NY 14011 or the Gateway Home, 91 Main Street, Attica, NY 14011.

To leave a message of condolence, please visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, 135 Main Street, Attica, New York 14011.

Shirley Cassatt, age 82, of Batavia NY, and formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 21, 2024 at Premier Genesee Nursing and Rehabilitation, Batavia, NY.

She was born on April 26, 1941,in Niagara Falls, NY, a daughter of the late Wert & Inez (Wensley) Knapp.

Shirley was a devout member of the Salvation Army Church. She was a Buffalo Bills fan, enjoyed Knitting, Crocheting, Reading, studying her bible, traveling with Mark, Square dancing, and line dancing. Shirley loved her friends and family and enjoyed spending time with them. She was a soldier in The Salvation Army and worked at J.J. Newberry for many years. She won the presidents volunteer service award in 2009.

Shirley is survived by her children, Lawrence “Larry” R. (Patricia) Cassatt of Elba and Cindy (Robert) Elliott of Batavia; ex-husband and good friend, Lawrence D. Cassatt of Batavia; longtime companion, Mark White of Barre; son in law, Bill Anderson; 8 grandchildren,14 great grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In death Shirley is reunited with her parents, Wert & Inez Knapp; daughter, Lorraine Anderson; siblings, Carol knight and Robert Knapp.

A celebration of life will be on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 11:00am at the Salvation Army church. 

Arrangements are under the care and supervision of H.E. Turner & Co., Inc. Funeral Home, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in Shirley’s memory to The Salvation Army- https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/empire/batavia/

Thomas Samuel Mitchell Jr., 53, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024, in Chicago, Ill., after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He was born on March 4, 1971, in Huntington, N.Y., to Grace Furman Mitchell and the late Thomas Samuel Mitchell Sr. He is married to Cynthia Loree “Cindy” Mitchell.

After attending Elba Senior High School, Tom went on to study at SUNY Brockport University in New York. He earned his Medical Doctorate Degree at Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara in Mexico before training in surgery and then ultimately completing a family medicine residency at The University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kan. An accomplished medical professional, Tom practiced emergency medicine in various rural hospitals all over North Carolina and Virginia. He was also a member of St. Therese Catholic Church.

In addition to his mother and wife, he is survived by his two daughters, Tayler Mitchell and Madison Mitchell; granddaughter, Lillian Bloom; two sons, Lukas Mitchell and Isaac Mitchell; and two sisters, Anna Fenton and Elaine Say.

Those who knew and loved Tom will always remember him as a rockstar, a cherished husband, a compassionate doctor, and a loving dad. He was known to be kind to everyone he encountered. His presence filled every room he entered, not to mention his tall stature and memorable laugh. Tom’s zeal for life was well known and expressed through playing music as a young man, going to concerts with his daughters, and joining in his sons’ mischief and humor. He adored his wife and loved his family to the fullest and will be terribly missed by all.
 

Services will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at Troutman Funeral Home. The family will receive friends immediately after the service and asks in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation (www.curemeso.org).

Troutman Funeral Home is serving the family.

Batavia - Karl J. Dilcher II, 42 of Batavia, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, (March 22, 2024) at his home in Batavia.

Karl was born July 1, 1981 in Batavia, a son of Karl Dilcher Jr. of Oakfield and Rosemary (Carrubba) Campbell of Oakfield.

Karl’s magnetic personality and generous heart is what his friends and family will remember most. Family was everything to Karl. He was so proud of his children and loved being a dad. Growing up, Karl was surrounded by and always involved in his family’s horse racing business and he carried that love and passion for the horses into his adult life and never missed a race.

Along with his parents, Karl is survived by his stepfather, Steve Kiblin of Oakfield; fiancée, Janel Patterson of Batavia; children, Julianna and Olivia Dilcher; a step-son, Aiden Patterson; brothers, Samuel (Amber) Dilcher of Oakfield, and Craig (Racheal) Campbell of Basom; paternal grandmother, Lorraine Dilcher of Oakfield; uncle, Chris Carrubba of Batavia; aunts, Mary (Dennis) Bucceri of Oakfield, and Georgann Carrubba of Batavia; nephew, Weston Dilcher. Several cousins and friends also survive.

Karl is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Karl Dilcher; maternal grandparents, Samuel and Patricia Carrubba; uncle, Joseph Carrubba; and his aunt Kathy Kozlowski.

Family and friends are invited to call on Monday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street in Batavia where a funeral service will be held Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. Burial will immediately follow at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Batavia.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to an organization of the donors choice. To leave an online message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020.

Franklin Ludwig, of Oakfield, NY, formerly of Lancaster and Alden, NY, passed away on Tuesday, March 26th, 2024, at the age of 74.

He was born on Friday, July 15th, 1949 in Buffalo, NY, to the late Franklin and Irene Ludwig.

Franklin was a dedicated father to his sons Kevin (Susan) Ludwig and Jeffery Ludwig. He adored his grandchildren Devyn (Cara) Ludwig, Karlie (Andrew) Ludwig, Noah Ludwig, Emma Ludwig, Abbey Ludwig, and Annabelle Ludwig, as well as his great grandchildren Jensen and Theodore. He is survived by his sisters Rosemarie Stolt and Patricia Reydner, along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Franklin was a graduate of Lancaster High School and served in the National Guard as a Staff Sergeant. He owned West Alden Meats and worked as a butcher for Tops Friendly Markets. Franklin was a hard worker who enjoyed any task set before him. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Franklin was preceded in death by his siblings Sandra Cooke, Daniel Ludwig, and Jean Pierson.

The funeral arrangements are provided by H.E. Turner & Co., Inc. Franklin Ludwig will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. May he rest in peace.

Donations may be made in Franklin's memory to the Brain Injury Association of America P.O. Box 7416 Merrifield, VA 22116-7416

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

Amy (Sando) Perkins, 54, of Attica passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 24, 2024.

Amy was born October 26, 1969 in Batavia, the daughter of Robert Sando and the late Beth (Scharping) Ryan.

Amy attended Alexander Central School from kindergarten to 10th grade, graduating from Byron-Bergen in 1987. After High School Amy attended Genesee Community College, then went on to have a career working for Brockport College in administration.

A kind hearted woman, she had a great love for animals, especially cats and dogs. She enjoyed spending time with family, friends, camping and playing cards.

Survivors include her father, Robert Sando of Florida; Uncle, Vincent Sando (Nancy) of Florida, Aunt and Uncle Charlie and Linda Kiel of Batavia, Aunt Alice Scharping of Attica, brother Jason Sando, of Elba; Nephews, Garrett and Wyatt Sando, of Elba.

In passing Amy is now reunited with her mother, Beth Ryan and sister, Darcy (Sando) Detine.

The family would like to extend the most heartfelt gratitude to her wonderful friends Karen Bridge, Sharie Erb and Mike Hammon who cared for her throughout the years.

Family and friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Friday, April 5, 2024 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at H.E. Turner & Co., Inc. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia, NY. Burial will be at a later date at Mount Albion Cemetery Route 31, Albion NY.

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.