Obituaries

Known to all as “Pat”, she was a longtime resident of Akron NY, where she and her late husband, Erie County Family Court Judge Leon W. Paxon, raised their two sons, retired Congressman L. William (Bill) Paxon (Susan Molinari) of Sarasota, FL, and Robert J. Paxon of Depew, NY and daughter-in-law JoAnne McCullough Paxon of Clarence Center, NY.

Pat Paxon was born in Buffalo, NY on November 7, 1924, the youngest of the five children of the late John and Sabina (Cuthbertson) Sellers, and she was a graduate of Saint Rose of Lima Grammar School and Lafayette High School (’41).

Pursuing her love of education throughout her lifetime, Pat graduated at age 58 with a BA in Political Science, Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa, from the State University of New York at Buffalo (’82) and at age 69 received a BA in English from UB, Phi Beta Kappa (’93).

At the suggestion of her U.B. English Professor, in 1981 she turned a term paper into a self-published memoir entitled “Our Stories”, charting her Irish and Scottish family history from their 1800’s arrival in Western New York, through World War I and the Great Depression, and her life growing up on the West Side and North Buffalo.

Pat joined the War effort at age 19, working at Bell Aircraft, and then was a proud U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, serving as a Yeoman First Class at the newly constructed Pentagon in Washington, DC.

After the War, she began what turned out to be her lifelong involvement in government and Republican politics. She worked in Albany during the legislative session for New York State Senator John H. Cooke of Alden and also at the Erie County Board of Supervisors, where she met Leon Paxon, then the Newstead Town Supervisor. They were married in 1952 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Buffalo and made their home in Akron, where the Paxon family had lived for many generations.

In addition to managing her husband’s campaigns and working on Bill’s elections to county, state and federal office, Pat served as president of both the Republican Business and Professional Women and the Erie County Federation of Women’s Republican Clubs, as vice chair of the Erie County Republican Committee, and as a State Committeewoman of the NY State Republican Committee.

Throughout her lifetime, Pat was deeply involved in Catholic Church activities, serving for over 30 years as religious education teacher at five area parishes, was the recipient of the Diocesan Teacher of the Year Award, chair of the executive committee of the Pastoral Council of the Diocese of Buffalo, and she served as past president of the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women.

Pat’s service to the Church culminated in her receiving from Pope Paul VI the Pro Ecclesiae et Pontifice medal (otherwise known as the Cross of Honour), the highest medal awarded to the laity by the Pope.

While raised a “city girl”, after her marriage to Leon, Pat dove into activities in her new “hometown” of Akron/Newstead, helping found the Akron Nursery School, serving on the Board of the Denio Memorial Library, and as active member of the Akron-Newstead Historical Society, Meals on Wheels, and many other local organizations.

During the last quarter-century, Pat spent winters enjoying the sun on Florida’s Siesta Key, where she, as always, became involved in local activities, was a daily communicant at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, and developed many close friendships.

Pat was a devoted and loving grandmother and is survived by her six grandchildren, Jill, Robert, Jonathan, Susan Ruby, Rose and Katherine Mary Paxon. They were a daily source of joy to Pat, who constantly shared their latest activities with her many friends and relatives.

As the last survivor of her four siblings, John and William Sellers, Sabina Lambrix, and Betty Nuttle, Pat remained very close to her many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family members throughout Western New York and across the country.  She was particularly close to and thankful for the years of wonderful friendship and care provided by her two cousins, Bonnie Larotonda and Lynne Manning and their husbands, Joe and John. Pat also deeply appreciated the daily and faithful assistance of her two longtime aides, Mary Beth Robson and Joanne Wiertel, as well as the outstanding staff at Canterbury Woods in Williamsville, which she called home for the past 13 years.

Relatives and friends may call Friday, July 19, 2019 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at the J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 John Street in Akron, NY.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted on Saturday, July 20th at 11:00 AM at St. Teresa of Avila Parish, 5771 Buell Street, Akron, NY. Please assemble at the church. Immediately following Mass, a luncheon will be held at Samuel’s Grande Manor, 8750 Main Street in Harris Hill, NY to which all are invited to go directly from the Church. Private interment at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution in Pat’s name to either of her chosen charities: Carmelite Monastery, 75 Carmel Road, Buffalo NY 14214 or the Newstead Public Library, 33 Main Street, Akron NY 14001.

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

She is survived by her sons; Denziel (fiancé Tara Bailey) Malcolm Jr. of Warsaw and Daryl Malcolm of Perry; significant other Richard Olsen of Perry; siblings Scott (Patty) Heppner of Amherst, Kari (Dennis) Moss of Buffalo, Sean (Karen) Heppner of Castile, Colleen (John) Ayers of Mt. Morris and Julie Holland of Lime Lake, along with many nieces and nephews.

Debra was a Registered Nurse for many years. She loved the outdoors, especially fishing, camping and gardening.

Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday July 18, 2019 from 6:00-7:00PM at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main St. Perry, New York 14530. A 7:00PM Funeral Service will immediately follow visitation at the Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Cornerstone 204 N. Main St in Perry. 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.

LeRoy ~ Gerald F. Sherman Sr., age 86, of Bernd Road, passed away Friday evening (July 12, 2019) at Rochester General Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

    Jerry will be remembered as a very loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, who loved to ride motorcycles and work on Sudoku puzzles.  He always enjoyed being busy with handy-man and carpentry work, and totally rebuilt the family home.  He was also a proud U.S. Army veteran.

     He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of almost 62 years, Sandra Shepard Sherman; his sons, Gerald (Kimberly) Sherman of LeRoy and Leslie (Kathy) Sherman of LeRoy; grandchildren, Matthew Sherman, Casey (Libby) Sherman, Christina Sherman, Stephanie (Sean) Histed, Tom Wolf and Dennis Wolf; great-grandchildren, Haley, Emily, Grace Histed and the late Micah Sherman; brother, Harold (Stella) Sherman of LeRoy; brothers and sisters-in-law, Ruby (late Reid) Ackley, Dorothy (Peter) Kelly, Robert (Barbara) Shepard, the late Russell (late Susan) Shepard and Sharon (Russell) Kelso, along with many nieces and nephews.

     Family and friends may call on Thursday, July 18 from 5 ~ 7 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road, LeRoy, where his Celebration of Life Service will be held at 7:00 PM, along with Military Honors.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 175 North Street, Caledonia, NY 14423.

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

LeRoy ~ Helen L. Ladd was born in Glasgow, Scotland on January 27, 1928 and died on July 11, 2019. Helen was born to Christina and John Laughlin, along with siblings Catherine, Christina, Isabelle, and Hugh, who all passed away in Scotland.  Her sister Lynette (Scotty) Graham, who lived in LeRoy as Helen did, passed away January of 2017.

     Helen is survived by her children, Kent (Lori Mcbride) Ladd, who live in So. Carolina, Brock (Kerry Herrington) Ladd, who live in Phoenix, AZ and her daughter,  Leslie (Daniel Johnston) Ladd, who live in Stafford, N.Y. with whom Helen spent her last 3 years.  Her son, Stuart Ladd died in 2010.  Brother-in-law, Donald Ladd also died in 2010, but is survived by his lovely wife, Barbara Ladd, who resides in Mansfield, CT. Brother-in-law, David  Graham, husband of Lynette, resides in LeRoy.  Helen is also survived by her grandchildren, Caroline (Andrew) Costa of Maryland, Rebecca (Stephen) Saeva of Stafford, Jonathan (Katherine) Ladd of So. Carolina and Owen Ladd also of So. Carolina and  8 great- grandchildren, whom she adored.

      Services will be private and interment will be in Machpelah Cemetery.

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

     Mrs. Ladd and her family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. in LeRoy.  585-768-2400

She was born February 27, 1944 in Batavia, NY, a daughter of the late Albert and Helen Schifla Hamilton.

Jane was a generous, loving, thoughtful, and endlessly kind woman who never stopped moving. Born and raised in Corfu, she met her future husband, Don M. Read, in high school. They married in 1967. An avid athlete, she studied physical education at Cortland State University and earned a bachelor’s degree magna cum laude in 1966. After graduating, Jane began her career as a physical education teacher, and spent more than three decades at Pembroke Primary School. Jane felt a strong dedication to teaching young children how to play and enjoy sports and take these lessons off the field into their daily lives. She developed many innovative approaches that built bridges between the gymnasium and the classroom, stayed up late laboring over report cards, and placed a great emphasis on sportsmanship: A sign in her gym read, “If the game was fun, then everybody won.” 

Jane was an excellent cook and baker, and her thoughtfulness and affection for others often took the form of delicious desserts. Workers who came to Jane’s house never made it a day without being asked about their favorite type of cookie or pie. Jane loved to be outside and took great pride in her large and immaculate yard, riding her lawnmower, tending to colorful flowers and pulling up dandelions, which she hated. Jane was also an active member of Cornerstone Church, serving on the church council and many committees, and often making sure fresh flowers were on hand to brighten the sanctuary. Jane served for seven years as a board member of Genesee Community College, and she was an officer of the Genesee County Women’s Republican Club. Most of all she loved her friends and family. She provided tender care to loved ones during their long illnesses, and delighted in the happiness and accomplishments of her two sons and their families. 

Survivors include her husband, Don M. Read of Corfu. Sons, Brock (Libby Sander) Read of Washington, DC and Spencer (Cory) Read of Irondequoit. Grandson, Nathaniel Read. Brother, Thomas Hamilton of Corfu.

Family and friends may call on Friday, July 19th from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm at the C.B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main St., Corfu, NY.  A funeral service will be Saturday, July 20th at 10:00 am at Cornerstone Church of East Pembroke, 2583 Main St., East Pembroke, NY. Interment will be in Hillside Cemetery, Corfu.

Memorial contributions may be made in Jane’s name to Cornerstone Church, 2583 Main St. PO Box 189, East Pembroke, NY 14056 or Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, Elm & Carlton Streets, Buffalo, NY 14263.

Arrangements were entrusted to the C.B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., Corfu, NY.

Oakfield – Caroline A. Beach, 94, of Oakfield, an assembler at General Motors Corp. in Rochester, died on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at her home while under Homecare and Hospice.

Mrs. Beach was born November 2, 1924 in Oakfield, a daughter of the late Samuel and Mary (Ballon) Halat.

She was a member of St. Padre Pio Parish, St. Cecelia’s Site.

She is survived by her loving husband, Eugene F. Beach, whom she married in 1952; a brother, Leon (Lillian) Halat of Oakfield; and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her beloved daughter, Sandra Mary Beach who passed away on May 21, 1993 and was the sister of the late Alphonso, Ray and Joseph Halat and Irene Cecere.

Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday at Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Ave. in Oakfield where prayers will be recited at 9 a.m. on Thursday.  Caroline’s Mass of Christian burial will follow at 10 a.m. at St. Cecelia’s Site, 56 Maple Ave. in Oakfield. Memorials may be made to Homecare and Hospice, 29 Liberty St., Batavia, NY 14020 or to St. Padre Pio Parish, 56 Maple Ave, Oakfield, NY 14125.  Burial will be in St. Cecelia’s Cemetery.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.burdettandsanford.com.

Ron was born October 28, 1932, in Batavia, a son of the late Salvatore and Mary (Miller) DiSalvo. 

A 1950 graduate of Batavia High School, Ron enjoyed his grandchildren, hunting, fishing, golf and tennis.  In 1952, he joined the United States Army and is a Korean War Veteran. 

Ron was a member of the former St. Anthony’s Church, where he was a life member of the St. Anthony’s Holy Name Society and served as the society’s president.   

Ron operated the Army Navy surplus store on Main Street, called the Outdoor Store.  In 1966, he joined the Cultrara’s Shoe Store and would purchase the store in 1973.  In 1975, Ron changed the name of Cultrara’s to DiSalvo Shoe Store.  In August of 1976, DiSalvo’s relocated to the Genesee Country Mall becoming the first store to open in the mall.  Ron would be later joined by his wife and four children at the store.  A branch store was opened in 1982 in Niagara Falls, NY. 

Ron was the president of the Genesee Country Mall Association and the Brooklyn School PTA.  Ron was a life member of the VFW.  He served as the vice president of the City of Batavia PTA Council.  He also served on the board of directors for the YMCA. 

Ron was on the committee as chairman of Group I at St. James Church and was also a neighborhood commissioner with the Boy Scouts of America.

He was very involved with Pop Warner Batavia Youth Football, serving on the board of directors, co-chairman of the league, treasurer and ran the league refreshment stand.   

Ron was a member of St. Nicholas Club, Chamber of Commerce, Batavia Area Jaycees, Loyal Order of Moose, Paolo Busti Cultural Foundation, Community Betterment – Quality of Life in Genesee County, Crimestoppers of Batavia and the YMCA tennis club.

Survivors include his wife, Rose B. DiSalvo of Batavia; children, Michael DiSalvo of Batavia, Kathy (Dan) Reuter of Darien, David (Sandy) DiSalvo of Batavia and Sam (Michele) DiSalvo of Batavia; grandchildren, Stacie (Michael) Anderson, Kellie (Michael) Ottley, James (Christina) Stack, Katie (Scott) Helser, Aren (Lesha) DiSalvo, Valerie (Matthew) Cramer, Jessica DiSalvo, Samuel DiSalvo, Amanda DiSalvo and Sabrina DiSalvo; great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Lucy, Olivia, Jacob, Mackenzie, Jeremy, Ethan, Briar, Rowan, Silas and Henry; brothers, Jim (Connie) DiSalvo of Stafford and Sam (late Viola) DiSalvo of Batavia; sisters, Florence (Joe) Condidorio of LeRoy and Kitty (Louie) Severino of Ohio; a brother-in-law, Paul (Marie) Ritter of California and several nieces and nephews.         

Calling hours are Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main St., Batavia. Ron's Funeral Mass will be held on Monday at 12:00 p.m. at Ascension Parish, 19 Sumner St., Batavia. Entombment with military honors will be in St. Joseph's Mausoleum, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Ronald's memory may be made to Crossroads House, P.O. Box 403, Batavia, NY, 14021, www.crossroadshouse.com/donate as well as National MS Society, Upstate New York Chapter, 1650 South Avenue, Ste #100, Rochester, NY 14620. 

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

Jim was a graduate of York Central School. He served with the US Army. He worked for Akzo Nobel Salt Co. in Retsof from 1957-1997 and went to work for the Perry Central School District from 1997 to 2015. He was a member of the Perry VFW Post # 5009 and American Legion McKelton Post #350 in Perry and a former member of the Perry Rotary Club. He enjoyed gardening, cutting fire wood and was a painter who painted many homes in the Perry area. He was an avid Buffalo Bills and NY Yankees fan. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family.

He is survived by 3 daughters: Laurie (David) Greig Jr. of Warsaw, Julie Hunt of Ft. Edward, NY, Sandy (Jeff) Hostetler of Warsaw, 5 grandchildren: Rachael Greig, Caitlyn Hunt, David Greig III, Brandon Hunt and Gracie Hostetler, 2 sisters: Louise Fisher of Getzville and Elizabeth (Neil) McColl of Fl., 2 sister-in-laws: Annabelle Wooster of Warsaw, Bettie Wooster of Leicester, brother and sister-in-law: Stanley (Nancy) Lubanski of Leicester, along with many nieces, nephews and friends.

Family and friends may call from 10am-1pm on Friday July 19th at the Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main St. in Perry where services will follow at 1 pm. He will be laid to rest in Glenwood Cemetery in Perry, NY.

Memorial contributions may be made to Suzanne’s Comfort Care Home 167 N. Main St. Perry, NY 14530 or to the Town of Perry Ambulance Service Inc. P.O. Box 205, Perry, New York 14530. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of conddolence visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street, Perry, New York 14530.

Carl was a loving Husband, Father and Grandfather. He served his country in the US Army. He was a journeyman and toolmaker for LeRoy Machine Shop for many years. Carl loved all things flying. He enjoyed remote control planes, attending air shows, achieved his pilot’s license and owned his own plane, which he loved to take his wife Judy flying. He enjoyed family vacations, photography, boating, camping, fishing, traveling and tinkering in the garage.

He is survived by 3 sons: Benjamin (Debbie) Lafferty, Randy Lafferty and Michael (Judy Uveino) Lafferty, brothers: Leland “Bugsy” (Wanda) Lafferty and Raymond Lafferty, sisters: Dawn (Thomas) Friedl and Della (Woodrow) Cummings, 9 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild, along with many nieces, nephews and friends.

Family and friends may call from 3-5pm on Sunday July 14th at the Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main St. in Perry where services will follow at 5pm. He will be laid to rest in East Koy Cemetery in Pike.

For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of conddolence visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street, Perry, New York 14530.

Florence was a lifelong member of Ascension Parish (Sacred Heart) along with its Altar & Rosary Society and assisting with the Bereavement Committee. She worked for over 40 years at the former P.W. Minor Shoe Factory. Florence was extremely proud of her Polish heritage and loved spending tme with her family.

Surviving are her loving sons, Jerome “Jerry” (Kristin) Kujawski of Batavia and Steven (Diane) Kujawski of Batavia; cherished grandson, Bradley S. (Rebecca Iannello) Kujawski; great-grandson, Gibson Charles Kujawski along with several nieces and nephews.

The Kujawski family will be present from 4-8p.m. on Sunday July 14, 2019 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where prayers recited at 9:15a.m. on Monday July 15 will be followed by a 10a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Ascension Parish (Sacred Heart). She will be entombed with her husband in the Mosignor Francis L. Schwartz Mausoleum in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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

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

Madge was a graduate of Delevan Central High School, the Wyoming County Community Hospital School of Nursing and Genesee Community College. She worked at the former St. Jerome Hospital and Genesee County Nursing Home.

She was a member of the Batavia Senior Quilting Club, enjoyed traveling and watching sports. Especially loved were her grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband Frank, married 70 years, 3 sons, Richard of Schenectady, George (Yanasa) of Tonawanda and Mark (Nat) of Corfu and 1 daughter, Gail of Batavia; 6 grandchildren and 1 great grandson; Sister-in-law Alice Harding of Florida along with nieces and nephews.

At her wishes there will be no services or calling hours. Burial will be at the Wyoming, NY Cemetery by the family at a date to be determined. Memorials may be made to HomeCare & Hospice, Inc. 29 Liberty Street Suite #6; Crossroads House PO Box 403 or the Genesee County Senior Center 2 Bank Street #2 Batavia, NY 14020.

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

THE FAMILY OF MADELINE E. HARDING IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4210 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NY 14020

Kathleen Ann (Twiss) Sasenbury, 68, of Rochester passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at Highland Hospital.

She was born in Batavia, NY on September 8, 1950 to the late Jeanette (Wisniewski) Ritz and Gordon E. Twiss. She was a 1968 graduate of Batavia High School and attended Bryant and Stratton Business School. Kathleen moved to Rochester in 1968 to work for the Rochester Telephone Company and later in the telecommunications industry. She moved back to Batavia for several years where her children attended high school but moved back to Rochester in 1988 where she lived for the rest of her life. 

Kathleen loved cooking, her kitties, putting on office parties and was full of life. She went through many hardships but remained a very loving, caring and giving person.

She was predeceased by her husband, Arlin Dale Sasenbury, and her daughter Joelle Lee Sasenbury who died on November 25, 2018.

Kathleen is survived by her son, Richard E. Sasenbury, of Rochester; her sisters, Connie (Chris) Stone and Becky Ritz; a stepsister, Sharon Piscitelli; a step father, Robert Ritz, all of Batavia; an uncle, Victor (Jeanne) Wisniewski, of Prince Frederick, MD, and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 2636 Ridgeway Ave., Rochester, NY on Friday, July 12, 2019, from 12:00pm-2:00pm with a service immediately to follow.

Julia Lee Burnison, 57 of Okahumpka, FL passed away on Saturday, July 06, 2019. Julia was born on October 03, 1961 in Batavia, NY to the late George and Mary Burnison. She moved to Florida from Attica, NY in 1985. Julia enjoyed reading and playing a varity of games on the computer. She was a loyal friend who was funny and kind. She is survived by her brothers: George (Laurie) Burnison, of Attica, NY, and Glen Burnison, of Astatula, FL; Sister: Merrie (Roddy) Harris, of Tucson, AZ; Nieces and Nephews: Tina Knapp, Susan Baker, Robert Burnison, Brian Burnison, Michelle Polhamus, Jennifer Theel, Elizabeth Grace Burnison, Glen Daren Burnison; And several Great- nieces and nephews. Julia was a beloved sister, aunt, and friend who will be deeply missed by many. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Bennington Volunteer Fire Compony Inc. by mail at: 1353 Route 354, Attica, NY 14011.
Services have been entrusted to Steverson Hamlin and Hilbish Funerals and Cremations: located at: 226 East Burleigh Blvd. Tavares, Fl 32778. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family on line at www.steversonhamlinhilbish.com .

Phil was a graduate of the Batavia High School class of 1950.  He then served in the United States Navy during the Korean War.  Phil worked for many years at GT Sylvania and Batavia Downs, until his retirement.  He spent his retirement babysitting and chauffeuring his granddaughters and working part-time at his daughter's law office.   

Phil was a lifelong member of St. Anthony's Church and later, Resurrection Parish.  He was also a member of the St. Nick's Social Club, the Knights of Columbus, and served as President of the Batavia Downs Independent Employees' Union for many years.

Phil was an avid sports fan and especially loved the New York Yankees.  He also loved his coffee groups, Sunday sauce, nice cars, and sharp clothing.  More than anything, Phil was proud of his family and adored his five granddaughters and great-granddaughter.    

Mr. LoBello is survived by his wife Joyce (Porter) LoBello of Batavia; children Debra (Mark) Burhans of Elba; Philip M. (Kristina) LoBello; 5 grandchildren, Karen (Joseph) Colangelo, Gretchen (Thomas) McManama, Lauren (William Arpin) Burhans, Nicole (Nate) Recht, Lucia LoBello; great-granddaughter Cecilia Joyce Colangelo, along with several nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Thursday, July 11, 2019 from 4 to7 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. A 9:30 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 12, 2019 at Resurrection Parish, 303 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. He will be entombed in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum, Batavia.   

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the church. 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, New York 14020.