Obituaries

Mary Young, 98, of Alexander, passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Gateway Home in Attica, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born August 4, 1925 in Alden, New York, the daughter of the late Charles and Berenice (Burden) Rider.

Mary earned her Nursing Degree from Syracuse University during WWII. She and Dick Young raised their six children in the home where she grew up in the heart of Alexander. She was an avid reader whose quick wit was enjoyed by many. She found joy in quiet times on her porch and visits from her ever-growing family. If there is one thing Mary loved, it was her family.

Mary will be remembered by her six children, Ellie (George) Jinks of Pavilion, Beth (Bob) Parrish of LeRoy, Kathy (Mary) Young-Murray (Tom) of LeRoy, Robert Young and fiancé Char Patrick of Alexander, James (Holly) Young of Indio, CA, and Jodi (Mark) Gates of Lyndonville; siblings, John (Late Anne) Rider of Webster and Joan Rider of Canandaigua; ten grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Mary is predeceased by her siblings William (Late Eleanor) Rider, James Rider, Thomas (Late Georgianna) Rider, and Ann Moore (Late Paul).

Family and friends are invited for calling hours from 2-4 p.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Attica on Saturday, October 7, 2023. A funeral service will immediately follow at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Luke’s Episcopal Church or the Gateway Home in Attica. To leave a message of condolence visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com.

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

Batavia - Kim S. Makowski, 68 of Batavia, passed away on Friday, (September 15, 2023) at his home in Batavia.

Mr.  Makowski was born February 18, 1955 in Detroit, Michigan a son of the late Marvin and Albina (Dylong) Makowski.

Services will be private. Arrangements were entrusted to the care and direction of H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street in Batavia. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Brockport - Mrs. Elizabeth J. Martinez, age 90, passed away at home on Monday, September 25, 2023 surrounded by her family.

She was born on September 2, 1933 in Lime Rock, a daughter of the late Anthony and Blanche Hale Vanelli.

Her husband, Jose A. Martinez, Sr., passed away on November 25, 2013.

She is survived by her children, Ralph "Skip" Macomber of Texas, Mark Laesser of Brockport, Guy (Deborah) Laesser of LeRoy, JoAnn (Brett) Meister of Brockport and Jose A. Martinez, Jr. of Englewood, Florida; several grandchildren including Carrissa Noviske, Jessy Soyka, Joelle and Janae Meister, Tina and Jack Dean, Vincent, Misty Rose and JR. Laesser, Jose A. Martinez, III, Joseph Martinez and Amber Pierson; several great-grandchildren; her brother, Donald (Loretta) Vanelli of Batavia along with several nieces and nephews.

She is predeceased by her daughter, Susan Hale and her siblings, Margaret Pietrzykowsi, Pearl Byzduzh, Loretta, Leonard, Joseph and Robert Vanelli.

Family and friends may call on Sunday, October 1, 2023 from 1 pm to 2 pm at Batavia Assembly of God Church, 24 North Spruce Street, Batavia. Her memorial services will immediately follow visitation at 2 pm. A light dinner will follow services ​in the Upper John Brown Hall ​of the church. Graveside services will be held at 10 am on Monday, October 2, 2023 at Grandview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in her name to Aurora House, 2495 South Union Street, Spencerport, New  York 14559. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in her memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.

Marjorie R. Riccobono, 93 of Batavia passed away on Friday, (September 22, 2023) at United Memorial Medical Center. Mrs. Riccobono was born February 1, 1930, on the family farm in Vilas, Wisconsin. She was the daughter of the late Lloyd and Mabel (Dillman) Rough.

Marjorie was a 1948 graduate of Buchanan High School, Buchanan Michigan. After high school, she worked for Studebaker Motor Company in South Bend, Indiana. In the early 1950’s she moved to California and worked for Shell Oil Company. Marjorie met the love of her life Frank Riccobono while living in the same rooming house in Pasadena California. On January 26, 1957, they wed in a small ceremony. In 1959, the couple moved to Batavia and worked in her husband’s family grocery store, Riccobono’s Superette. Marjorie also worked for Sylvania Electric Products, NY State School for the Blind and Kodak, where she retired from.

Marjorie was a hardworking woman who was just as talented with a power tool as she was with a sewing machine. A devout Christian, Marjorie was a longtime parishioner of the First Presbyterian Church in Batavia. 

First and foremost, she was a devoted wife and mother. Marjorie was blessed with numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren who were the joy of her life. 

Marjorie was the wife of the late Frank Riccobono who passed away in 2000. Along with her husband, Marjorie is preceded in death by her siblings, Herbert Rough, Raymond Rough, Virginia Ruth Longworth, Marilyn Jean Hewitt, William Rough, and Harlan Rough.

Surviving are her children, David of Batavia, Michael (Patricia) of Felton, Delaware, Francis (Lynn) of Batavia, Douglas (Ellen) of Lockport, Robert (Megan) of Rochester, her sister Lois Alene Parker along with numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday September 28, 2023 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 300 East Main Street in Batavia (please use the East Main Street entrance).  A Celebration of Life will be held at 6:00 p.m. at the Church following visitation. A private entombment will be in St. Joseph Mausoleum in Batavia at the convenience of the family. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church for their youth services program. To leave a message of condolence visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, NY 14020.

Batavia - Irene S. Cappiello, 97 of Batavia passed away on Saturday, (September 23, 2023) at Wyoming County Skilled Nursing Facility in Warsaw.

Mrs. Cappiello was born February 21, 1926 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Joseph and Stella (Kosiorek) Potwora.

A devout catholic, Irene was a life long parishioner of Resurrection Parish - St. Joseph's Church in Batavia. She was an avid golfer and in younger years enjoyed league bowling. Irene worked for a time for the Genesee County Board of Elections, but first and foremost was a devoted wife and mother.

Along with her late husband, Cappy, Irene lived for many years on a street they named themselves: Evergreen Drive in Batavia. Following Cappy's retirement, he and Irene enjoyed snow birding in California and Texas for over 35 years which allowed them to be near their children and provided ample time to golf.

Irene is the wife of the late Roland R. Cappiello who passed away in 2021.

Surviving are her children, Anne L. (Darrel) Crotzer of Batavia, Susan M. (Joseph) Copp of La Jolla, Cali., James R. (Bobbi) Cappiello of Willis, Texas, and Michelle M. (Tom) Clattenburg of Batavia; grandchildren, Kells Copp, Kelley (Paul) Caffo, Jamie (Andrew) Maguire, Devon (Gabe) Moraes, and Tara Clattenburg; great-grandchildren, Levy and Stella Moraes; Greta Maguire; sisters-in-law, Rita Potwora and Maxine Potwora both of Batavia.

Irene is preceded in death by her son, William M. Cappiello; and siblings, Joseph Potwora, Richard Potwora, Rita Potwora, Edward Potwora, Dorothy (late Edward) Franasiak, and Eleanor (late Deacon John) Stone.

Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street in Batavia (please use School Street entrance).  Irene 's Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday (September 29, 2023) from Resurrection Parish - St. Joseph's Church, 303 East Main Street in Batavia.  Entombment will be in St. Joseph Mausoleum in Batavia.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Resurrection Parish or Crossroads House, PO Box 403, Batavia, New York 14021.  Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

LeRoy ~ Robert J. Tinney, age 85, of Summit Street, passed away peacefully on Wednesday (Sept. 20, 2023) at Highland Hospital in Rochester.

     He was born Dec. 21, 1937 in Akron, NY, a son of the late Joseph and Geraldine Lippert Tinney.   

  Bob will be remembered for so many things…his love of family, his sense of humor, his ever- positive attitude, his ability to easily connect with people, and being a great storyteller.  Anytime he began a conversation with “did I ever tell you about?” you knew you were in for something special! Prior to retirement Bob worked as a manager for Rochester Telephone Company (Frontier).  In addition, he was an EMT, a member of the board of directors for the LeRoy Ambulance Service and a member of the Ski Patrol for local ski areas. He was drafted and served in the Army in Korea. Bob enjoyed listening to live music, traveling and being outdoors, especially hiking and camping.  He was a 30 year member of the Golden Retriever Club of WNY and enjoyed showing his dogs as well as providing therapy treatment to facilities with them, most notably at the Rochester Psychiatric Center. 

    He will be sadly missed by his children, Jean (Dave Prusik) Hurst, Joseph Tinney, Patricia (Gordon) Klein and Holly (Brandon) Woodard; grandchildren, Zachery McVicker, Erica Klein, Kassondra (Chris) Dulaney, Lily Woodard and Ben Woodard; great-granddaughter, Willow Dulaney; brother, Michael (Connie) Tinney and cousin, Mary Ellen Stanley, as well as numerous friends.

     He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 57 years, Barbara Rohr Tinney in 2022. 

    Services will be private.  In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Volunteers for Animals of Batavia, 3841 West Main St. Rd., Batavia, NY 14020

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

Daniel D. Klein, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 20, 2023, aged 73. He was born on January 27, 1950, in Buffalo, NY to the late Arthur and Dorothy (Valentine) Klein and spent his life touching the hearts of those around him with his infectious spirit and love for life.
Daniel was a familiar face at Our Lady of Peace Church, where he regularly dedicated his time as an usher. His commitment to serve was only matched by his love for his community, proudly serving as a member of the Clarence Jaycees. A 1968 graduate of Clarence High School, he owned and operated Danbar Apartments for 45 years and  spent his career in the building trades as a Maintenance Person, forging lifelong friendships and leaving an indelible mark. His jovial nature and love for conversing with friends and strangers alike often found him in the heart of bustling coffee shops, a testament to his love for people and the community he called home.

Daniel is survived by his loving children, Carrie Ohlson, David Klein, and Katherine (Todd) Pfeiffer; his cherished grandchildren, Alexander and Makayla Schweigert, Gregory (Deanna) Rosenberg, Sara (Donald) George III; three treasured great-grandchildren; and his beloved siblings, Diane (David) Stackhouse and Jane (late Michael) Riggs. He is also survived by his longtime "adopted" son, Jonathan Lippert, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 38 years, Barbara Klein. Daniel's memory will forever be etched in the hearts of his family, friends, and all who were privileged to have known him.

Visitation will be held on Monday, September 25, 2023 from 4:00-8:00 pm at Ross Funeral Home of Akron located at 10 Eckerson Avenue, Akron, New York, 14001. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at 10:00 am at Our Lady of Peace Church, 10950 Main Street, Clarence, New York, 14031. 

We invite you to share your memories and photos of Daniel on his memorial page. Your stories will help paint a picture of his remarkable life and keep his memory alive for generations to come.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Daniel D. Klein, please visit our floral store.

Basom - Joyce E. Cook, lifelong resident of Basom, passed away on Wednesday, (September 20, 2023) at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia just 3-days after her 98th birthday.

Miss Cook was born September 17, 1925 in Batavia, New York a daughter of the late Glen and Lulu (Scarborough) Cook.

She was a registered nurse at the Batavia VA Medical Center; a family care taker, artist, gardener, and baker. She was the best aunt anyone could ask for.

Surviving are her nephews, Olin B. Campbell, Jr (Jeanette), John R. Campbell (Karen); her niece, Joyce Anzalone (Rick); great-nieces and great-nephews.

She is preceded in death by Elma Cook Campbell and Bertha Mills.

A private family service will be held at a later date. Joyce will be laid to rest in Reed Cemetery in Oakfield. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Joyce's honor to the veterans' organization of the donor's choice.

Arrangements were entrusted to the care and direction of Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street in Batavia. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Charlie worked in Construction and was a Master Mechanic Local 832, Rochester, NY. He spent many winters in Florida Trap shooting and was a Life Member of the Amateur Trapshooting Association (ATA).

Services will be held at the convenience of the family. 
To share a memory or leave a condolence please visit LeRoyFuneralHome.com

Carmen Cintorino, 101 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Thursday (September 21, 2023) at United Memorial Medical Center.

She was born April 24, 1922 in LeRoy, NY, a daughter of the late Louis and Josephine Andalora Baglio.

She was formerly employed by the Batavia Daily News. She was a loving person who loved her family and enjoyed singing and dancing. Carmen cherished the times she was able to watch her great-grandchildren perform dance routines. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Survivors include her son, John Cintorino of Byron. Grandchildren, Melissa (Kurt) Wegener of Florida and Michael (Suzanne) Cintorino of Byron. Great-grandchildren, Alan Wegener, Colton Wegener, Adrianna Brandt, Kayla Wegener, Aerianna Cintorino, Jaxon Cintorino and Evan Cintorino.

She was predeceased by her husband, Ralph S. Cintorino. Daughter in-law, Diane Cintorino. Brother, Frank Baglio. Sisters, Jenny Paladino, Josephine Maida, Sarah Forti, Rose Wallace, Mary Perry and Marian Ricci.

There will be no prior visitation. Family and friends are cordially invited to her Mass of Christian Burial, Tuesday (Sept. 26^th), 10:00am at Resurrection Parish, 303 E. Main St., Batavia. Entombment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Crossroads House, 11 Liberty St., Batavia, NY 14020. 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.

Holley – Robert A. Bobzin, age 80, of Holley, formerly of Bergen, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at his home.

Mr. Bobzin was born Sunday, April 18th, 1943 in New York City, a son of the late Robert J. Bobzin and Margaret Baricevich Bobzin.

He proudly served his country from 1964-1967 with the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He retired from Eastman Kodak in Rochester where he worked as a firefighter. A longtime active member and former chief of the Bergen Fire Department, he served on their board of directors and was a member of Post No. 575 Merrill-Sackett-White American Legion in Bergen. He traveled extensively with his wife Beverly to Alaska, Hawaii, Aruba, Antigua, Dominican Republic, Mexico, and bus trips to Branson, Missouri. Bob also went on numerous Patriot Trips to Washington, D.C. with Assemblyman Stephen Hawley.  

Surviving are his wife Beverly A. Sage Bobzin; his children, Kevin (Kathy) Parker of South Carolina, Brian (Heather) Parker of Florida and Kim (Thomas) Murphy of Amherst; four granddaughters, Briana Parker, Britnee Parker, Kayleigh Parker and Samantha Wingate; brothers, Vincent (Theresa) Bobzin and William (Barb) Bobzin; his sister, Vivian Hare along with nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, September 25th, 2023 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 51 South Lake Avenue, Bergen. Graveside services with military honors, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 26th, 2023 at the Western New York National Cemetery, 1254 Indian Falls Road, Corfu. Those who will be attending the graveside services are asked to meet at the cemetery by 1:45 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bergen Fire Department, P.O. Box 428, Bergen, New York 14416, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, 3033 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 300, Arlington, Virginia 22201, or to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in his memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Tammy Lynn DeSalvo, 53, of Batavia, NY passed away unexpectedly on September 14^th, 2023. Tammy was brought into this world on March 24th, 1970 by the late Viola DeSalvo and Thomas DeSalvo. Tammy is preceded in death by both parents, brother Kim “Kimbo” Wolcott, brother John “Butch” Wolcott, nephew Andrew Wolcott, great nephew Shawn Wolcott Jr., long time daughter and companion, Cupcake, and several other family and friends. 

Tammy is survived by her children, Crow Cicatello (Alex Berry), Leah Cargill (Paul Carr), brother Thomas (Pattie) DeSalvo, sister Mildred “Milky” Wolcott, nephew Cristian DeSalvo, Niece Danielle DeSalvo (Daniel Machovoe), nephew Thomas DeSalvo, niece Pamela (Veshaun Jr.) Thomas, nephew Thomas (Sarah) Sauka, nephew John (Thet) Wolcott, niece Cassandra (Michael) Kinne, nephew Anthony (Katie) Wolcott, and several other nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews that she loved very much. 

Tammy was a beautiful person and the life of the party; she had a laugh that was contagious and could get anyone going. Tammy was the embodiment of rock ‘n’ roll; leather, high heeled boots, and all. She loved concerts and was an avid Matchbox Twenty, Chris Cornell, Kid Rock and Lumineers fan. During the spring and summertime she loved to garden and always had the most beautiful yard on the block. She loved making bouquets out of the flowers that she grew. Tammy was a talented poet, writer, and a skilled crafter. She was a natural home-maker and decorated beautifully for the every holiday; always bringing a certain magic to every special occasion. Tammy was an excellent cook and baker and never let a guest leave hungry. She loved planning and throwing birthday parties for her loved ones and always made special occasions feel truly special. 

There will be no prior calling hours. An 11:00AM Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday September 26, 2023 at Gilmartin Funeral Home 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Multiple Sclerosis Resources of Western New York Inc. and/or to Huther Doyle, a local foundation working to help those that are working to overcome addiction. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, NY 14020

Adam B. Thomas, 34, of Batavia passed away on September 16, 2023. He was born March 31, 1989 to Carmen L. (Martinez) Thomas of Batavia, and the late Bart A. Thomas. He is preceded in death by his grandfather Luis Martinez, grandparents, William F. Thomas and Anna L. (Duncan) Thomas. 

Adam enjoyed music, dancing and bowling. He loved to write lyrics for rap and did freestyle rapping. He loved to be around his family and was very loving. Adam would give you the shirt off his back. He worked at local places, loved to entertain others and had a very special closeness to his father and God. 

He is survived by his beloved mother, Carmen Thomas; siblings, William L. Thomas of Batavia, Bart A. (Kathleen) Thomas, Jr. of Buffalo, Shamarr A. (DJ) Mamula of Hueneme, CA, ; six nieces and nephews, Peyton, Patrick, Bart III “Trey”, Lily and Nathanial; grandmother, Carmen M. Martinez; aunts and uncles, Anita E. Martinez of Hilton, Luis Martinez of Batavia, Patricia Johnson, Rick (Mary Jo) Thomas, Kirk Thomas, Rand Thomas, Tim Thomas all of Batavia, Vicki (Jeff) Shelnut of Alexander, Peggy (David) Vasciannie, Bill Thomas and Greg Thomas all of Batavia; along with a host of cousins and friends. 

Friends are invited to call on Sunday, September 24, 2023 from 4:00-7:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. An 11:00AM Funeral Service will be held on Monday the 25^th at the First Presbyterian Church 300 East Main St. in Batavia. Adam will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Carmen in Adam’s honor. To leave a message of condolence visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, NY 14020.

Barbara J. VanLoan, 73 of Batavia, passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at Rochester General Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born January 7, 1950 in Murray, NY to the late Charles and Lucy Isabel (Ruger) Engert. She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert VanLoan, siblings, Charles J., Walter J., Ronald J. Engert, Dianne L. Paul and Thomas J. Engert.

Barbara enjoyed anything that had to do with crafts, knitting, crocheting and sewing. She loved spending time with her family and friends. 

She is survived by her beloved children, Christine (Harold) Ertel of Bergen, Jeffery (Kristen) Lonnen of Wyoming, step-children, Sharon (David) Hartwell, Robert (Tammy) VanLoan, Harry Lonnen Jr, Carrie (Doug) Teeter, siblings, Marilyn (George) Strabel, William J. Engert, in-laws, Katie Engert, Sheron and Jim Paul, along with several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. 

Friends are invited to call on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 from 4 to 7pm at Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Genesee Cancer Assistance, 127 North Street, Batavia, New York, 14020. To leave a message of condolence visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020.