Obituaries

Davenport, Florida - Mary Ann Reigle, age 72, longtime resident of Batavia, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Thursday, December 5, 2019.

Mary Ann was born April 30, 1947, in Batavia, a daughter of the late John Torcello and  Mary Lou Constantino Torcello.

A member of St. Joseph's Church and St. Joseph's Sodality, Mary Ann was a member of St. Faustina Church while she lived in Florida. She recently retired from Walt Disney World where she spent the past 15 years in Cinderella's Castle.

She is predeceased by her husband, Lawlor F. "Mike" Reigle and her brother, John F. Torcello.

She is survived by her children; Deanna (Rohn) Carlson of Melbourne Beach, Florida, Mike Reigle of Buffalo, Christopher (Betsey) Reigle of Hilton, Kevin (Amy) Reigle of Batavia and John (Ashlee) Reigle of Batavia;  14 grandchildren, Arron and Justin Carlson; Gage and Kaylee Reigle; Alison and Laura Reigle; Alexandra, Devyn, Dakota, Kamrey and Brock Reigle; and Bryce, Mackenzie and Jordan Reigle; her great-grandson Jaydence Dayka; two sisters; Linda (late Woody) Say of Rochester and Joan (Ricky) Hale of East Bethany; two sisters-in-law; Michelle Torcello of Batavia and Mary Lou (late Richard) Grimes of Batavia along with several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM on Thursday at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street in Batavia.  Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, 303 East Main Street, Batavia. She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mary Ann's memory may be made to American Cancer Society, 101 John James Audubon Pkwy, Amherst, New York 14228. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Charles J. Antinore, 78 of Batavia, passed away on December 6, 2019 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. He was born in LeRoy, on July 12, 1941 to the late Charles T. (Mary Magavero) Antinore. He is preceded in death by a brother Vincent Antinore and brother-in-law Vito D’Agostino,  

Mr. Antinore graduated from LeRoy High School in 1959, lettering in football, basketball and baseball. He was a United States Army Veteran and a patriotic man. Charles retired from Armor Building Supply in Batavia. He was an avid golfer, fisherman and loved taking his grandsons fishing. Charles loved playing sports and watching sports, especially his grandsons, rarely missing one of their baseball or hockey games. Mr. Antinore was a longtime member of Resurrection Parish and was a man of great faith. Family was everything to him and he will be dearly missed.  

Mr. Antinore is survived by his beloved wife Sharon (Corcimiglia) Antinore of Batavia; daughter Cindy (Michael Cecere) Antinore of Livonia; son Thomas (Kathy) Antinore of Batavia; sister Rosa D’Agostino of LeRoy, sister-in-law Dorothy Antinore of Ballston Spa, brother-in-law Carmen (Debra) Corcimiglia of Cumberland, ME; grandsons Tyler (Crystal) and Ryan Antinore, great-grandson Colton Antinore, along with many nieces and nephews.  

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday December 10, 2019 from 3 to 7 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. A 9:30 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at Resurrection Parish, 18 Ellicott Street, Batavia, New York 14020. He will be laid to rest in St. Francis Cemetery, LeRoy.    

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, Western New York, 6215 Sheridan Dr. Suite 100, Buffalo, NY 14221 or to Genesee County Aging Services, 2 Bank St., Batavia, NY 14020. 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.   

RUSSELL A. SEVERANCE ~ Age 68, of Batavia, died peacefully December 3, 2019 at Crossroads House. He was born in N. Tonawanda on August 6, 1951 to the late Gerald and Mary (Devlin) Severance also preceded in death by a sister, Jean Severance.

Russ served his country honorably with the US Navy and was retired from Harrison-Radiator in Lockport. His time and love was for family, especially his grandchildren.

Surviving is his wife of 15 years, Barbara (Kingdon) Severance of Batavia; his loving daughters, BethAnne (Joseph) Nicholas of LeRoy and their children, Emily & SophieAnne; Mary Margaret Gugino and her children, Cameron, Tyler, Ryleigh & Aniston; sister, Dale (Edward) Moll of Wheatfield; dear friend, Laura Dutton-Pontillo of Byron along with several nieces and nephews.

The Severance family will be present from 3-8p.m. on Monday December 9 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where a Remembrance Service will begin at 7:30p.m. Russ will be laid to rest in White Chapel Memorial Cemetery in Amherst with his parents and in lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Crossroads House PO Box 403 Batavia, New York 14021.

Please share your words of comfort with the Severance family at www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information please call Michael at (585)343-7500.

THE FAMILY OF RUSSELL A. SEVERANCE IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020.

 

KEITH C. O’BRIEN ~ Age 76, of Batavia, died Friday November 29, 2019 at The Grand Rehabilitation & Nursing Batavia. Keith was born February 10, 1943 in Buffalo, NY to the late Charles and Jane (Greenman) O’Brien.

Keith passed away suddenly on Friday, leaving everyone in shock. Rarely has anyone lived life as richly and deeply as Keith, so our sudden loss left many people who loved and respected him stunned. Any stranger who met Keith soon became a friend of his. He was very compassionate and the “go to” person for advice.  Keith was a dedicated father and grandfather. We will miss him terribly. Keith was a former employee of the Sears & Roebuck Co. and Independent Health and had a passion for cars.

Surviving is his adoring wife, Sandy (Elmore) O’Brien of Batavia; his loving children, Kevin (Marci) O’Brien of Tonawanda and their children, Erin & Lyndsay; Kerry (Ann) O’Brien of Tonawanda and their children, Peyton & Aiden; Debra (Roger) Toal of SC and their children, Nathan (Salena), Mitch (Becca) & Josh; Steve (Chris) Cifelli of WA, and their son, Dylan (RaeAnne); cherished great-grandchildren, Ryleigh Belle and Magnolia Grace; dear friends, George (Cindy) Cole and Paul (Robin) Emerson.

Services for Keith will be held privately for the family and he will be laid to rest with his parents in Elm Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo. Memorials in his memory are suggested to Volunteers for Animals 3841 West Main Road Batavia, New York 14020.

Please share words of comfort with Keith’s family at www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information please call Michael at (585)343-7500.

THE FAMILY OF KEITH C. O’BRIEN IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020.

Batavia - Elizabeth J. "Betty" Constantino, age 81, of Batavia, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2019, at Premier Genesee Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation.

Betty was born March 6, 1938, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Cosmo and Carrie Pulvino Constantino.

A member of St. Joseph's Church, Betty loved playing Bingo, getting her hair done and spending time with her nieces, nephews and extended family.

Survivors include her brother, Cosmo (Lucy) Constantino of Batavia and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

She is predeceased by her siblings, Vincent, Anthony, Joseph, Salvatore and Charles Constantino, Rose Smith, Elaine Mogavero and Mary Lou Torcello.

Friends may call from 2 - 4 p.m. on Sunday at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia where services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday. She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Batavia. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Elizabeth's memory may be made to the family. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

LeRoy ~ Lillian C. Antinore, age 85, passed away Thursday evening (December 5, 2019) at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family.

    

She was born March 18, 1934 in Cortland, NY, a daughter of the late John and Agnes Storey Cherchio.

     Lillian will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, who was devoted to her family and her faith.  She was a member of the Third Order of Our Lady of Mercy Parish and was known for her "prayer list" for the people of her community.  She made and delivered St. Joseph's bread for over 50 years and was retired from the Boy Scouts of America, where she was the Office Manager for many years.

     She is survived by her children; Laurie Carlson of Rochester, Nancy (Joseph) Szymanski of LeRoy, Joanne (Joseph) Dermady of Irondequoit, Anthony Antinore of Rochester and Carol (Susan Schinaman) Antinore of Rochester; grandchildren, Kimberly Antinore, Angela (Cole) Farner, Luke Carlson (Jess Moody) and Katherine Dermady; great-grandchildren, Jack and Mason Farner; sisters, Gloria Havington of Cortland and Carol Bailey of Ocala, FL; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Karen and Milton Ebersold of LeRoy, along with many nieces and nephews.

     She was predeceased by her husband of 59 years, Joseph A. Antinore and brothers-in-law, Charles Havington and Red Bailey.

     The family would like to thank the staff of the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home for their care and compassion during their mom's residency.

     Family and friends may call on Monday, Dec. 9 from 3 ~ 7 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service, 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy.  Her Rite of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday at 11 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter's Church, 44 Lake St., LeRoy. Interment in St. Francis Cemetery will be private. 

     Memorials are suggested to Our Lady of Mercy Parish, 44 Lake St., LeRoy, N.Y.

     Your memories and condolences may be shared with Lillian's family at www.falconefuneralhome.com.

 

LeRoy ~ Mary Ann O'Shea, age 76, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 after a long battle with cancer.  She was born to the late James Cifelli and Viola Pfalzer on August 19, 1943.

    

 Mary Ann attended Notre Dame High School in Batavia.  After graduation, she married the love of her life, Richard Wendall O'Shea, on October 13, 1962.  Mary Ann was a loving, dedicated mother to four children and seven grandchildren.  She was very proud of her family and made sure she attended every sporting event and performance.  She was the rock of her family.

     Mary Ann was very active in the LeRoy community.  She was a cub scout leader, bingo captain, PTA member, Eucharistic Minister and Catholic Church volunteer.  She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, traveling and playing bridge.

     Mary Ann was known for her strength and unwillingness to give up.  She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

     Mary Ann is survived by her husband of 57 years, Richard W. O'Shea, sons, Brian C. O'Shea and Robert P. (Tracey) O'Shea; daughters, Karen E. (William) O'Shea-Bartley and Kathleen A. O'Shea; grandchildren, Thomas and Taylor O'Shea, Sean Bartley, Keriann Bartley-Zahorviko, Jack Bartley, Luke Bartley and Avery Graziosi; siblings, James Cifelli and Thomas (Karen) Cifelli, along with many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

     Family and friends may call on Sunday, Dec. 8 from 2 ~ 5 P.M. at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy.  Her Rite of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, Dec. 9 at 11:00 A.M. at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter's Church, 44 Lake St., LeRoy.  Interment private.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to either LeRoy Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 56, LeRoy, NY 14482 or Gilda's Club Rochester, 255 Alexander Street, Rochester, N.Y. 14607. www.gildasclubrochester.org

     Your memories and condolences may be shared with Mary Ann's family at www.falconefuneralhome.com.

Janice Mae Smith, 81 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Thursday (December 5, 2019) at Rochester General Hospital.

She was born December 28, 1937 in Wellsville, NY, a daughter of the late Paul and Mildred Strong Dibble.

Janice enjoyed taking trips to her sons cottage, if it was just for a picnic or to gaze over the water, but also to watch her grandchildren enjoy themselves. She also enjoyed crocheting, where she made several baby blankets. Janice was one to talk on the phone and was known for having multiple conversations at once. Most of all, she was the matriarch to her family, where she held everyone together and was the “Support Group” for her family and their friends.

She was the wife of the late Franklin B. Smith who died September 28, 2018.

Survivors include her son, Michael (Laura) Smith of Batavia. Daughters, Debra (Earl) Klehn of Oakfield, Brenda (Mark) Platten of Batavia, Linda (David Riley) Smith of Batavia and Pamela (Ron Olson) Smith of Oakfield.  Brother, Ronald (Sue) Dibble of Batavia.  Also survived by 10 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Sunday (December 8^th) from 4-8pm at the J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia. Burial will be in the Byron Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family. 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.

 

 

Elizabeth “Betty” Hiddemen Rice, age 94 of Perry, NY passed away on December 5, 2019 at Eastside Nursing Home where she had been residing. On October 26, 1925 Betty was welcomed into the household of Katherine D. and William H. Hiddemen in Glenolden, Pa. Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her husband: Clark T. Rice whom she married on November 22, 1945, he passed away in 1999, siblings: Katherine Mechesney, Henrietta Schreiber, William, George and Frank Hiddemen.

Betty was a 1943 graduate of Glen-Nor High School in Glenolden, PA., 1946 graduate of Episcopal Hospital of Philadelphia training School for Nurses, in 1974 received her Bachelor’s degree from Empire State College, 1974 received her Nurse Practitioner degree from Syracuse Community Hospital and in 1977 received her Master’s degree from SUNY Brockport. Betty was certified in both New York and Pennsylvania as a registered nurse. She worked at the Wyoming County Community Hospital for several years then for 25 years was Dr. Willard Chapin’s physician assistant and retired from SUNY Geneseo. Betty also worked with her late husband at the former Little Studio in Perry. She helped with all aspects of the photography studio, going to weddings, doing school pictures, touching up and processing film and doing the book keeping. Both occupations bringing her great joy. She was an active member of the Holy Apostles Episcopal Church in Perry, where she taught Sunday school, served on the Altar Guild, served on the Vestry typing the weekly bulletin, attended many conventions, and was a representative to the “Small Churches of Episcopal Churches of Western New York. Betty was a member of the Castile and Nunda Historical Societies, former director of the Wyoming County Pioneer Historical Society, member of the Friends of the Greenway, Friends of the Perry Public Library where she was a former Trustee, Order of the Eastern Star,

She is survived by her children: Kathryn (Marwin) Cummings of Tioga, PA., David (Darlene) Rice of Perry, 5 grandchildren: Tracey (Ross Shourds) Rice, Greg (Joy) Cummings, Jonathan (Tanya) Rice, Christopher (Sarah) Rice and Aaron Rice, great grandchildren: Sam, Owen and Robyn Cummings, Henry, Maeve and Geoffrey Rice, along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may call from 12-2pm on Saturday December 7, 2019 at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, NY 14530 where Funeral Services will follow at 2:00PM. She will be laid to rest in Glenwood Cemetery in Perry.

(In lieu of flowers) Memorial contributions may be made to the Perry Rotary Club P.O. Box 103 Perry, NY, Perry Public Library 70 N. Main St. Perry, NY or to the Wyoming County Arts Council P.O. Box 249 Perry, NY 14530. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street, Perry, New York 14530.

                                                                                                                            

   

Joseph "Joe" Beszczynski,Jr of Darien Center passed away after a long illness on November 29, 2019. Joe is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Helen (Rustowicz); his children,  Joe (Kate) Beszczynski III and Linda (David) Shoe; grandson, Joe(Janet) Beszczynski IV; and great grandchildren, James, Abigail, and Destiny; siblings, Adele (the late Dan) Tybor, Gene (Edwina) Beszczynski, Dan (the late Cecilia) Beszczynski; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Joe was born in Buffalo, NY to the late Joseph and Anna (Krawczyk) Beszczynski, Sr. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Timothy and his brothers, Ray and Cy Beszczynski. Joe trained and drove harness horses for over 30 years. He enjoyed racing stock cars and construction work. He retired from Harness horse racing and working at Skyline Campground.

There will be no prior visitation or services. For more information please call(585)591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, NY 14011

 

BERGEN - Robert K. Aradine, 84, of Bergen, passed away Monday, (December 2, 2019), at United Memorial Medical Center, in Batavia.

Mr.  Aradine was born June 26, 1935, in Bergen, a son of the late Kenneth and Imogene (McIntyre) Aradine.

Bob was a lifetime farmer and truck driver, a 45 year member and past Master of the Hesperus Lodge Free and Accepted Masons in Bergen, and a member of the Bergen United Methodist Church.  He was active with the FFA and enjoyed huting, fishing, snowmobiling, and spending time with his family.

Robert is survived by his loving companion, Jackie Toscano of Bergen, sons, Richard A. (Sharon) Aradine and Jeffrey (Elizabeth) Aradine both of Bergen; grandchildren, Jeffrey (Bethany) Aradine of Bergen, Brandon (Megan) Aradine of Byron, Justin Aradine, and Jenna Aradine both of Bergen; great-grandchildren, Levi, Evelyn, Kate, and Abby Grace Aradine; a daughter-in-law, Patricia Aradine of Bergen; a brother, David (Marie) Aradine of Bergen, brother-in-law, Kenneth Bater of Cali. 

Mr. Aradine is preceded in death by a son, Barry Aradine; Brother, Roy Aradine; and sisters, Emily Bater, and Ann Bater.

There will be no visitation.  A private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family.  Burial will be in Mt. Rest Cemetery, Bergen. Flowers are gratefully declined, however those wishing may make a memorial contribution to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 in Robert's name.  Please leave a message of condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Bergen. 

LeRoy ~ Dolly (Phyllis) Piazza, 79, of West Main Road, passed away Saturday evening, November 30, 2019, at Strong Memorial Hospital in the loving presence of her family.

    

She was born on December 30, 1939 in Batavia a daughter of the late Nunzio “Duke” Maloni and Stella Macugowski. She was a graduate of LeRoy High School, Class of 1957.

     She retired in 2017 after 38 years as co-owner and Head Chef and Baker at LB Grand Restaurant. At age 11 she learned to make her signature spaghetti sauce and meatballs in her father’s restaurant when her mother fell ill. Her mother eventually recovered and over time, taught Dolly how to make various homemade pies, cakes, pastries and other desserts.

     She also worked many years as a waitress in the Club House at Batavia Downs. She then entered the bar and restaurant business with her husband and several different family members over the years.

     She will be remembered not only for the quality of her cooking, but also for her hard work, forgiving nature, generosity and love for her family and friends. She was an inspiration to all that knew her.

     She is survived by her husband of 60 plus years Ronald A. Piazza Sr., a brother, Samuel Maloni,  a sister in-law Cindy Maloni of LeRoy, children, Ronald (Cindy) Piazza, Pamela Morrow (Ronald Shoemaker) all of LeRoy, Joseph Piazza of Tavares,Florida, Michael Piazza and John (Joele) Piazza also of LeRoy. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, Nicolena (Mike) Schmidt of Dale NY, Janelle Piazza (Matt Ellis) of LeRoy, Nicholas (Kari) Piazza of Ransomville, NY, Joseph Piazza Jr., Anthony Piazza and Vincent Piazza all of Tavares, Florida, Kimberly (Josh) Jacobs of Hawaii,  Melissa Piazza of Batavia, Nate Piazza of LeRoy, Kari Piazza (Steve Cappotelli), Benedicto Piazza, Carli Piazza, and Tony Piazza all of LeRoy, and 3 great-grandchildren,  Ariana Bodine and Abigail Bodine of LeRoy and Peyton Jacobs of Hawaii, a nephew, Robert Maloni of LeRoy and a niece Karen Maloni Ferguson of Massachusetts..

Dolly was predeceased by her parents, a brother, Joseph Maloni and nephews Joseph Maloni Jr., John Maloni and Nicholas Maloni.

     Family and friends may call on Wednesday, December 4^th from 2 – 8 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road, LeRoy.

     A Memorial Service and interment for Dolly will be held privately.

     Memorials may be made to LeRoy Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 56, LeRoy, N.Y. 14482.

     Your memories and condolences may be shared with Dolly's family at www.falconefuneralhome.com.

Jeanne Mae Kinne, 88, of Alabama passed away on Friday November 29, 2019 at the Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo. She was born December 2, 1930 in Batavia, the daughter of the late Maude (Howard) Craft. Reuniting in heaven with her husband of 70 years; Arthur R. Kinne.

Jeanne along with her husband spent there many years working in the Alabama area. Getting started after marriage, Jeanne worked alongside with Art at Starkweather Egg Farms in Pembroke. They started their own Kinne Sport Shop on Church St. selling snowmobiles and hunting supplies.  Over the years, many folks have reminisced about the shop “Hunting Stories”. Jeanne also worked at Alexander’s in Batavia selling clothing. Jeanne and Art were the caretakers of the Alabama Cemetery for many years, and on top of all that, she worked at the US Post Office in Alabama, Basom. Jeanne certainly enjoyed life to the fullest. She went to the Alabama Methodist Church after marriage where she spent many years helping out with Sunday school. She belonged to the Old Fellows in Alabama with the Rebekah’s and never stopped with the Rebekah Creed; believe in friendship, love and truth. Within the 57 years she held many office positions and was the Noble Grand Officer. After the Alabama Lodge, she joined the Corfu, Lockport Lodges and was a member of the Alabama American Legion. She loved to play euchre, work on her flowers beds, play with her grandkids and drink good cup of coffee. Our hats are off to you Jeanne, the Alabama community will miss you, and by the way Jeanne, Happy 89^th Birthday.

Surviving family members are her daughter; Patty Mae Pelton, son-in-law Ray Pelton; grandsons Bart and Clint Towne; great-grandchildren Kory Towne and Sophia Heverm; predeceased grandson Shane Towne.

There will be no prior calling hours. A 12:00PM Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday December 4, 2019 at the Alabama & Basom Methodist Church 1392 Church St. Alabama, NY 14013. Jeanne will be laid to rest in the Alabama Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alabama – Basom Methodist Church or St. Jude Hospital www.stjude.org. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, NY 14020.

DOUGLAS A. BAUER  ~ Age 63, of Batavia, peacefully passed away on November 28^, 2019 at  United Memorial Medical Center after a four-year courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer. Douglas was born in Batavia January 9, 1956 to the late Warren Bauer and Esther (Goodie) Carmel of East Bethany and a brother, Paul Bauer.

Douglas worked at Boyles International for over 30 years in the parts department as a salesman and excelled as a front counter customer services representative for the company. He was a caring and loving father and grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his family. He also enjoyed word searches and crossword puzzles as well as watching NASCAR, classic TV shows, and westerns. He was an avid Oakland Raiders fan, as well as a regular on bowling leagues where his best accomplishment was successfully hitting two 7-10 splits in a single game. He had a love for the holidays, especially Christmas, where his fun-loving, and joyous personality showed through. Douglas was an American history buff with the ability to educate anyone on dates and information especially when related to the presidents and any significant historical event.

Along with his mother he is survived by his children, Crystal (Russell) Joy of Batavia, Antoinette (Michael) Wood of Batavia and Michael (Paulina) Bauer of Pensacola, Florida; two grandchildren, Andrew and Skylar Wood; siblings, Carol Robinson of Batavia, Laura Cunningham of Attica and Jeff (Kim) Bauer of Batavia. He is also survived by his longtime girlfriend, Lisa Armbrewster and her children, Tiffany  (Johnny) Anthony of NC and Joseph Colon of Alden; Lisa’s grandchildren, Alice, Destin, Maylee along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Doug’s Life Monday December 2 from 5:30 – 8p.m. at the Alexander United Methodist Church 10540 Main Street Alexander, New York 14005. Doug will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery in Attica and memorials in his memory can be made to his children to be disbursed to his favorite charities.

Please share your words of comfort with the Bauer family at www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information please call Michael at (585)343-7500.

THE FAMILY OF DOUGLAS A. BAUER IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020.          
 

Batavia - Robert J. "Bob" Barnard, 61, of Batavia, passed away on Monday, November 25, 2019, at his home while under the care of HomeCare & Hospice and his loving family.

Bob was born August 17, 1958, in West Berlin, Germany, a son Mary (McMullen) Barnard of Perry and the late Charles W. Barnard.

A veteran, Bob served with the United States Army from 1976 to 1979.  Bob was a detention officer for the Buffalo Federal Detention Agency in Batavia and a member of Resurrection Parish.  Above all else, he will be remembered as a family man who cherished his grandchildren.

Surviving along with his mother are his wife, Debra (DiAntonio) Barnard of Batavia; children, Nicole (Ben) Chamberlain of North Chili, Amy (Dave) Tabbi of Clarence Center and Robert Barnard, II of Rochester; grandchildren, Jaiden, Luca and Dominic; brothers, John (Theresa) Barnard of Leicester, Brian Barnard of Perry, Thomas (Sophia) Barnard of Schertz, TX and Henry (Darleen) Barnard of Henderson, NV; his mother-in-law, Concetta DiAntonio of Batavia; his sisters-in-law, Sharon (Ronald) Robbins of Batavia, Mary Jo (Rick) Thomas of Batavia and Georgina (Bob Lawton) Buck of Oakfield and several nieces and nephews.

Along with his father, Bob is predeceased by his brother-in-law, Frank DiAntonio.

Calling hours are Monday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia.  Bob's Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at Resurrection Parish, 303 East Main Street, Batavia.  Entombment with military honors will be in St. Joseph's Mausoleum, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Robert's memory may be made to to the Barnard family. 

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