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​Krista E. Hartman

By Lisa Ace


Krista E. Hartman, of Rome, died on August 9, 2019. Krista lived for 62 years and 8 months. She found delight in the world of books, as a cataloguer at Mohawk Valley Community College for 20 years, and before that as a librarian at Utica Public Library and Flower Memorial Library, Watertown. Krista was also a volunteer at Jervis Public Library in Rome. Krista saw to it that people were exposed to the wealth of local literature as well as specialized books. Earlier in her life, Krista was well known for sharing the magic of books with children. A nature lover, Krista had a particularly warm spot in her heart for cats. Known for their fastidious tastes, cats liked Krista too.

Krista is predeceased by her parents, Duane and Teresa Hartman. She is survived by her brother Greg, her sister Lisa and her half -brothers Carl and Eric. Calling hours will be at Nunn and Harper Funeral Home, Inc., 418 N. George Street, Rome, on Wednesday, August 14th from 2- 4:00 p.m., with a celebration of her life following at 4:00 p.m.. Burial will be at Elmwood Cemetery, Batavia NY on Thursday, August 15th at 11:00 a.m. You may light a candle, send a message of sympathy, and read the obituary at www.nunnandharper.com.

Betty J. Johnson

By Joshua Smith

BASOM - Betty J. Johnson, 94, of Basom, formerly of Rose Road in Batavia and Corfu, passed away Friday, August 9, 2019, at her daughter's home in Basom.

Betty was born February 27, 1925, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Walter A. and Alberta (Moshier) Campbell.

She is predeceased by her husband of 43 years, Clarence A. Johnson.

She was a Inspector and Cleaner for P.W. Minor Shoe Factory in Batavia for over 20 years, having retired in 1999. 

Survivors include; 4 daughters, Judy Oliver of Ohio, Sharon Johnson of Corfu, Donna Downs of Basom and Bessie (Kenneth) of Oakfield; a son, Clarence (Linda) Johnson, II of Batavia; a sister, Shirley (Robert) Chatt of Batavia; 17 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

She was also predeceased by 2 grandchildren, David Wren and Terry Scherer and 3 siblings, Robert, James and Margaret Campbell.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Betty’s name to her family.  Private burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Alexander.  Arrangements were entrusted to H.E. Turner & Co., Funeral Home, 403 E. Main St., Batavia, NY.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.
 

 

Betty M. Ingram

By Ronald Konieczny

Betty M. Ingram, of Corfu, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 6, 2019, under Hospice Care after a brief illness.

She was born in Akron, NY on October 9, 1929 to William and Ruth Murray. She was predeceased by her husband of 68 years Lawrence S. Ingram and her grandson Ty Ellis.

Betty retired from Dolls family restaurant where she was the manager and head cook for many years. She was a member of the Corfu United Presbyterian Church in Corfu, where she sang in the choir and served on many committees. She was also a member of the Rebekah lodge in Corfu.

Betty is survived by her four children, Susan of Rochester NY, William (Peg) of Savannah Georgia, Coleen of Cincinnati, Ohio and Thomas (Paula) of Corfu NY. Her grandchildren, Matthew Soanes of Minnesota, Christina Ingram of Savannah Georgia, Corey (Noel) of Savannah Georgia, Tia (Mike) Brown of Cincinnati, Ohio, Caitlyn Ingram of Savannah, Georgia, Amanda  (Kurtis) Worthington of Corfu, NY and Ashley (Mark) Egloff of Corfu, NY and her 10 great grandchildren.

Friends may call Friday, August 9, 2019 from 4 -8 pm at C.B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc. 4-6 East Main Street Corfu, NY. Funeral service will be on Saturday, August 10, 2019 at 11:00 am at the Corfu United Presbyterian Church, 64 Alleghany Road Corfu, NY 14036. Her final resting place will be at the Evergreen Hill Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to the Corfu United Presbyterian Church.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE C.B. BEACH & SON MORTUARY, INC., 4-6 EAST MAIN ST., CORFU, NY 14036.

Rose O. Printup

By T.J. Woodward

Rose O. Printup, 97 of Elba, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. She was born August 5, 1922 in Alabama, NY; to the late George (Louise Pittared) Chugg. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Llewellyn Printup, son Duane Printup, siblings Clifford, Raymond Chugg, Doris Sickelco and Velma Jary.  

Mrs. Printup worked for many years at Brockport Enterprises. She lived a good, full life. Rose loved her family, her roses and especially her grandchildren. She went to be with the love of her life and she will be sorely missed by her family and friends.

She is survived by her loving children Evelyn Ramsey of NC; Dawn Herbert of Brockport; Jeanette (David) Smith of Susquehanna, PA; Kenneth L. (Shirley) Printup Sr. of Medina; along with many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday, August 13, 2019 from 6 to 8 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. An 8:00 PM Celebration of Life will immediately follow calling hours. She will be laid to rest in Daws Corners Cemetery, Batavia.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. 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, New York 14020.

Robert E. White

By T.J. Woodward

Robert E. White, 87, of Attica, passed away on August 6, 2019 in Batavia, NY. He was born on November 29, 1931 in Lockport, NY. Robert was preceded in death by his mother, Mildred White.

Robert served 4 years in the United Stated Navy. He worked at Simon Steel in Lockport where he was a Grinder. Robert loved Antiques and he enjoyed refurbishing houses. He played soft ball in his younger years.

Robert is survived by his wife, Susan A. (Webster), son, Michael (Robin) White of South Carolina; grandchildren, Michael (Jessica) White, Nicole White, and Tiffany White, all of South Carolina; and his great grandchildren, Michael and Hannah White. Robert’s Family would like to extend a special “Thank you” to Candace, Bruce, Peggy, Nancy, and Joyce for all of your support and care.

There will be no prior visitation. A Funeral Service will be at 11:00 AM,  Friday August 9, 2019 at the Marley Funeral Home, LLC,135 Main St., Attica, NY 14011.

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, New York 14011.

PETER A. VANDETTA

By Michael Tomaszewski

PETER A. VANDETTA ~ of Oakfield, age 78, was born August 10, 1940 in Batavia, NY, to the late Peter and Pauline (Orsini) Vandetta, also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carolyn (Carlo) Vandetta in 2002.

Peter served his country honorably in the US Army for over 20 years, a quiet man who enjoyed his Harley Davidson motorcycle.

He is survived by his daughter, Ronda (Walter) Grabowski of Waterport, NY; grandchildren, Samantha (Tylor Heideman) Wilkins of Lyndonville and Joshua McAvoy of Waterport; great-granddaughter, Savanna Heideman along with several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Please join the family for a Celebration of Life Service 1:30p.m. on Sunday August 11, 2019 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 followed by Military Honors. Memorials in his memory can be made to a charity of the donor’s choice and he was laid to rest in Bath National Cemetery.

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

THE FAMILY OF PETER A. VANDETTA IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4210 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020.

 

QUITO V. CASSIANO

By Michael Tomaszewski

QUITO V. CASSIANO – Age 91, of Oakfield, died peacefully Saturday August 3, 2019 at the United Memorial Medical Center. He was born in Oakfield, NY on October 21, 1927, a son of the late Ercole and Jennie (Taddei) Cassiano and was also preceded in death by siblings, James and Nicholas Cassiano, Josephine Mosco and Nancy Steffinella.

Quito served honorably during the Korean Conflict with the US Army, a member of VFW Post #1602, lifelong member of St. Cecelia’s R.C. Church (St. Padre Pio) and a member of the Merry Men of the church. Mr. Cassiano enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, being well know for the garlic he grew well into his late 80’s.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Geraldine (Centi) Cassiano of Oakfield; loving children, Linda (Mike) Warboys, Nicholas (Judy Black) Cassiano and Deborah (Leo) Lynch all of Oakfield; cherished grandchildren, Yvette (Justin) Blew, Brittany (Taylor) Burns, Jonathon Cassiano & Todd Townsend; 3 great-grandchildren, Jayden, Trevor and Gabriella Blew; sister-in-law, Rose Cassiano of Batavia; brother-in-law, Angelo Steffinella of LeRoy along with several nieces and nephews.

Please join the Cassiano family 10a.m. on Wednesday August 7, 2019 at St. Padre Pio Parish (Oakfield Site) to Celebrate Quito’s Mass of Christian, burial will be in the church cemetery with full military honors. Memorials in his memory are suggested to a charity of their choice.

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

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

MARJORIE (HYDE) REISS

By Michael Tomaszewski

MARJORIE (HYDE) REISS ~ Age 90, of Alexander, died Thursday July 18, 2019 at Crossroads House. Marjorie was born February 11, 1929 in Batavia, NY to the late Fred L. and Mildred (Chandler) Hyde also preceded in death by her beloved husband, William; son, William D.; brother, Richard; sister, Joyce Kuehl and sister-in-law, Juanita Hyde.

Mrs. Reiss was proud of her Lutheran faith and was a member of the Alexander Ladies Auxiliary. A former Den Mother, she enjoyed camping, fishing with her husband, Bill, bird watching and was an avid Buffalo Bills fan.

Surviving are her loving children, Dawn J. (Kevin) McWhorter of Batavia, Pamela M. Reiss of Alexander, Robin D. Reiss of Alexander, Daniel E. Reiss of Corfu; 5 grandchildren, Stephenie, Madeline, Chase, Phillip, Katrina (Salvatore) Urso; 3 great-grandchildren, Madison, Salvatore Jr. and Brady; brothers, Fred L. (Sedra) Hyde, Jr. of Batavia, Ralph G. Hyde of Batavia and sister-in-law, Joanne Hyde of FL, Elsie (Al) Clattenburg of Batavia along with several nieces and nephews.

The Reiss family will be present from 1:30 – 3:30p.m. on Saturday August 10, 2019 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where Celebration of Life service will follow. In lieu of flowers memorials in her memory are suggested to Crossroads House 11 Liberty Street Batavia, NY 14020 and she will be laid to rest with her husband in West Bethany Cemetery.

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

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

 

 

Barbara A. Landry

By Joshua Smith

Barbara A. Landry (Baker) - age 68 passed away on August 2, 2019. Survived by husband Douglas Landry Children Wayne and Pam Landry and three grandchildren.

Donations in her memory can be made to the American cancer society or Genesee cancer assistance. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.

James "Jim" E. Williams

By LaVern Falcone

Stafford ~ James "Jim" Edwin Williams, age 69, passed away on August 2, 2019 at home surrounded by his loving family.

    

Jim was born on July 25, 1950 in Wellsville, NY, a son of the late James H. and Virginia Shepard Williams.  He attended Wellsville Schools before moving to Henrietta.  He attended Rush-Henrietta, where he was an outstanding football and basketball player.  He graduated in 1968 and then attended Austin Peay State University in Tennessee.

     During his working career, he worked at L. P. Brady Distributor, Agway Energy Products and Townsend Propane and Oil Co.

     Jim was a very loving husband, father and grandfather.  He enjoyed fishing, golfing, camping, playing cards and board games with family and friends.  He also enjoyed watching his children's and grandchildren's sports, dancing and other activities.

     Jim is survived by his loving wife, Margaret "Peggy" Zimmerman Williams; daughters, Shannon (Tom) Ingles, Stacie (Patrick) Major and Katie Williams; son, David (Mindy) Williams; grandchildren, Joshua & Andrew Englerth, Delaney & Allie Ingles, Walker, Morgan & Madison Major, Connor Hyde, Ellison, Anneliese, Quincey and Ledger Williams; sisters, Ann (Ron) Rowley, Nancy Ewart, Debra (Doug) Bleier; brother-in-law, Don Mayer, along with many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

     In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sisters, Jane Mayer and Dixie Uhler, brothers-in-law, Jay Hasbrouck and James Ewart, niece, Lisa Wilusz and nephews, Pete Stannard and Bob Rowley.

     Jim's family would like to thank Wilmot Cancer Center, VNA and Homecare & Hospice of Genesee County for their wonderful and compassionate care.

     Family and friends may call on Friday, August 9 from 2 ~ 5 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Rd (Rt. 19), LeRoy, where a Remembrance Service will be held at 5:00 PM.

     In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Jim may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital (www.stjude.org) per his request.  He said "Help the children, they have their whole lives ahead of them".

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

William A. Berkoski, Sr.

By Joshua Smith

BYRON - William A. Berkoski, Sr., 86, of Byron, formerly of Southampton, NY and Paradise Valley, Arizona, passed away Thursday, (August 1, 2019), at Premier Genesee Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, in Batavia, NY.

William was born June 18, 1933, in Southampton, son of the late William F. and  Julia (Weinclawski) Berkoski.

He was the owner and operator of Berkoski Ice in Southampton for many years prior to his retirement.  Always especially mechanically inclined, William owned a gas station in Bridgehampton and later a refrigeration repair business prior to founding Berkoski Ice.  In his youth, Mr. Berkoski was a potato farmer, where he developed a life long love of tractors - especially John Deere.  William was a past member of the Bridgehampton Fire Department and enjoyed being involved with his brother, and later his son, Bill Jr. racing stock cars at Riverhead Raceway. 

William is the husband of Dorothy C. Berkoski of Byron. (Also formally of Southampton, NY and Paradise Valley, Arizona.)

Surviving along with his wife are his children, Catherine (James) Glazier of Byron, and Alan Berkoski of Manhattan; grandchildren, Jennifer (Michael) Caruso, Amanda (Eric) Frantzen, Lisa (Robert ) Graziano, Michael (Virginia) Glazier, Kristin Glazier, Lindsey Glazier, Bryan Glazier; great-grandchildren, Tessa and Eleanor Caruso, Natalie and Charlotte Frantzen; brothers, John (Joan) Berkoski of Bridgehampton, Raymond (Margaret) Berkoski of Hampton Bays, and Arthur (Helen) Berkoski of Florida; a sister, Celia (Robert) Robertson.  Also surviving are his God-family, Ray (Olga) Berkoski and their son, Ray, III of Arizona; and several nieces and nephews.   

He is predeceased by a son, William A. Berkoski, Jr. and daughter-in-law Teresa F Berkoski.

There will be no visitation.  A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady of Poland in Southampton at the convenience of the family.  Burial will be in Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary R.C. Cemetery, Southampton.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in William's name to the Coalition for Women's Cancers, c/oSouthampton Hospital Foundation, 240 Meeting House Lane, Southampton, NY 11968-5090 (Please make check payable to Southampton Hosptial Foundation and include CWC on the memo line).  Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.  Arrangements were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 51 S. Lake Ave., Bergen (585) 494-1210.

Sandra J. McAndrew

By Joshua Smith

BYRON - Sandra J. McAndrew, 54, of Byron, passed away Thursday, (August 1, 2019), at Strong Memorial Hospital following a brief illness.

Sandra was born July 17, 1965, in Rochester, a daughter of Alvina M. (Barker) Bok of Rochester, and the late Andrew J. Bok.

She enjoyed crafting, working in her flower gardens, skiing, and spending time at her cottage in Pillar Point, NY.

Sandra is the wife of Walter "Tom" McAndrew, III of Byron.  The two were married on August 20, 1983.

Along with her mother and husband, she is survived by her daughters, Nicole (Matthew) Panek of Pavilion, Melissa McAndrew of Bergen, and Anita McAndrew of Pavilion; grandchildren, Harper Panek, Christopher and Logan McAndrew; a brother, Steven (Peg) Bok of Spencerport; sisters, Diane (Norm) Trembly of Hamlin, and Kathy Bok of Rochester.  Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Friends may call from 4:00 to 7:00 PM on Tuesday at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street in Batavia where Sandra's Memorial Service will immediately follow.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Sandra’s name to The ALS Association, Gift Processing Center, PO Box 37022, Boone, IA 50037 or online at www.alsa.org. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Mrs. Antoinette Rose

By Joshua Smith

Batavia - Antoinette Rose, age 99, of Batavia, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2019, at United Memorial Medical Center.

She was born July 21, 1920, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Dominic and Laura Maggione Tiberio.

A longtime and devoted member of Ascension Parish, Mrs. Rose was a graduate from the Rochester Business Institute. Following her graduation, she moved to Washington, D.C. and briefly worked for the federal government and was present for the 3rd Presidential Inauguration for Franklin D. Roosevelt. She worked for many years as the secretary to the chief dietician for the Batavia VA Medical Center in Batavia. She loved to read, play cards and Skip-Bo with her friends and grandchildren and working word search puzzle books. She had a deep devotion to the Blessed Mother and prayed her rosary daily.

Her husband, Frank J. Rose, Sr., passed away on July 5, 1995.

She is survived by her son; Frank J. (Susann) Rose, Jr. of New Philadelphia Ohio; three grandchildren; Frank J. (Rebecca) Rose, III of Rocky River, Ohio, Lisa M. (Carl) DeCourcy of New Philadelphia, Ohio and Michelle A. (Anthony) Maltempi of Stow, Ohio; seven great-grandchildren; Grace, Maria, Faith and Frank J. Rose IV; Colin DeCourcy and Valentina and Vinny Maltempi; her sister, Theresa Lovria of LeRoy and several nieces, nephews and dear friends.

She is predeceased by her brother, Nicholas Tiberio.           

Friends may call from 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, August 6th at Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 7th at 10 a.m. at Ascension Parish, corner of Swan and Sumner Street, Batavia. Please assemble at church. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to Ascension Parish, 19 Sumner Street, Batavia, New York 14020. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Richard S. "Dickie" Cordaro

By LaVern Falcone

Bergen ~ Richard S. "Dickie" Cordaro, age 68, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2019, doing what he loved. He had a passion for skydiving, completing 7,355 jumps.

    

He was born October 1, 1950 in Batavia, a son of the late Samuel L. and Rose M. Onorati Cordaro.

     He is survived by his daughter, Heather (Brian Dobra) Cacner; grandchildren, Steven T. Cacner Jr., Abbey L. Cacner, Jazlyn J. Stone, and Selina M. Stone; significant other, Megan J. Ellinwood, her children, Jessica (Peter) Delcour, Richard (Liz) Mills and her grandchildren, William, Seth, Logan, Erik, Drake, Ryleeann, and Grace; brother, Samuel C. Cordaro; sister, Susan M. Cordaro, beloved canine child, "Sweetie", along with many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, dear friends, and skydiving family.

     Family and friends may call on Wednesday, August 7 from 4 ~ 8 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy.  His Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, August 8 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter's Church, 44 Lake Street, LeRoy.  Interment in St. Francis Cemetery will be private.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Volunteers for Animals, 3841 West Main St. Rd., Batavia, NY 14020 or International Skydiving Museum & Hall of Fame, 1648 Taylor Road, Suite 514, Port Orange, FL 32128.

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

Gene C. Austin

By Joshua Smith

BYRON - Gene C. Austin, 64, of Byron, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2019, at United Memorial Hospital in Batavia.

Gene was born August 8, 1954, in Batavia, a son of the late Percy and Dorothy (Hart) Austin.

He was a Overhead Crane Operator for Alstom, Rochester, before retiring in 2018.  Gene was a member of the Byron Presbyterian Church, enjoyed car racing at Lime Rock Speedway, Camping and was a great NASCAR fan.   He was a former Boy Scout Leader.

Survivors include his wife, Vicki L.(Barnard) Austin, whom he married January 31, 1975; a daughter, Stacey J. Austin (Christopher Reynolds) of Attica; 2 sons, James C. (Aimee) Austin of South Byron and Joseph A. Austin (Erin Shaughnessy) of Batavia;, 3 grandchildren, Jasmine Coveny of Batavia, Austin Coveny of  Attica and Evan Austin of South Byron; 4 siblings, David (Sandy) Austin of Medina, Donna (Norbert) Barber of Batavia  Harold Austin (Marcia Lambert) of Byron and Howard (Helen) Austin of Batavia and several nieces and nephews. 

Friends may call on Monday from 3 to 5 pm at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 E. Main St., Batavia where services will immediately follow at 5 pm.  Private Burial will be in Byron Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Gene's memory may be made to HomeCare & Hospice, 29 Liberty Street, Suite 6, Batavia, NY 14020.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

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