Obituaries

Sally Noreen Hayward Derrick, age 89, of LeRoy, passed into heaven on December 30, 2024 while at home with her family.

     Sally was born September 4, 1935 to Elizabeth J. Adams Hayward (Crane) and Charles B. Hayward Jr. She married Donald L. Derrick on August 20, 1960 and was married for 62 years.   

  Sally worked at ACME Markets in LeRoy and General Electric in Brockport for several years, then various other jobs including school lunch lady, crossing guard, and as a nursing assistant. She was a dedicated member of the community and leaves a long history of volunteer work, fostering children, and hosting Fresh Air children from New York City. Sally was a long standing member of the First Baptist Church of LeRoy.

     Sally was very talented in crafting, such as knitting, crocheting, and baking. She blessed others with her creations. She also had a fondness for animals and was never without them, creating her own little "farm" in the village. Above all, she loved her family and wanted to be involved in family life.  When she was able, Sally greatly enjoyed going to local restaurants and chatting with friends. Many came to know her this way in her later years.

     Sally leaves behind her brother, Manley Crane; four children, Robert Derrick, Laurie (Tom) Roth, Wendy (Rick) Weber and Tammy Blair; eight grandchildren, Jesse (Emily) Roth, Benjamin (Airin) Roth, Matthew Derrick, Joshua Derrick, Alexander (Nicole) Roth, Eric Weber, Bethany Roth, Kristopher Weber: special foster granddaughter, Bernadette Pickett; and six great-grandchildren. 

     Sally is predeceased by her parents; step-father, Delancey Crane; her husband, Donald; her brother, Charles B. Hayward lll; her son-in-law, James Blair; step-sisters and brothers, Marion (Harry) Crane Cross, Evelyn (Otto) Crane Zeches, Anna (Floyd) Crane Nelan, Howard (Emily) Crane, and Albert (Doris) Crane. 

     A memorial service will be held on January 11, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church, 5 East Main Street, LeRoy.

     Memorials may be made to Meals on Wheels, 64 Walnut Street, Batavia, N.Y. 14020.

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

Roland Andrew Boyce, 95, of Pavilion, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024 at his home.

Roland was born April 28, 1929 in Elba, a son of the late Benjamin and Ogreta Frens Boyce.

Roland was a special equipment mechanic at New York Telephone.  He was an Army veteran who proudly served his country during the Korean War. He enjoyed mowing lawns, working on cars, having Saturday morning coffee with his son and will be remembered as a handyman.

Surviving are his wife, Gloria Boyce of Pavilion; daughters, Cindy Cerce of Tennessee, Sue (Mark) Seweryniak of Batavia; sons, William (Bill) Boyce of Corfu and Randy (June) Boyce, Jr. of Oakfield; step-children, Gary (Lauri) Brennan of LeRoy, David (Lisa) Brennan of Rochester, Brenda Godfrey of Michigan and Brian (Cheryl) Brennan of Pavilion; daughter-in-law, Dee Boyce of Oakfield; 10 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by first wife, Nancy Boyce (2000); sons, John (Jack) Boyce and Robert (Bob) Boyce; grandson, Casey Boyce; daughter-in-law, Chrissy Boyce; son-in-law, Dominic Cerce and fourteen brothers and sisters.

There are no prior calling hours.  Roland's funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 28th, 2025 at the Western New York National Cemetery, 1254 Indian Falls Road, Corfu.  Please assemble at the cemetery by 10:45 a.m.

Memorials may be made to the Pavilion Rescue Squad, 11302 South Lake Road, Pavilion, NY 14525.  

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

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

Joseph J. Mortellaro, age 88, of Corfu, passed away at his home on December 27, 2024.

He was born on August 13, 1936 in Batavia a son of the late Ignazio and Carmella (Dorsey) Mortellaro.

Known as "Mr. Bowling" throughout the Genesee Region for his numerous accomplishments on the lanes and his contributions to the sport over seven decades, Joe was a member of the inaugural Batavia Bowling Association Hall of Fame Class of 1973 in the Bowling Achievement category. In 2000, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame's Meritorious Service category.

Joe was a perennial all-star in the Classic League at Mancuso Lanes and earned multiple tournament victories -- including the Batavia Masters in 1970 and 1993, the Autumn Classic at Oak Orchard Bowl in Albion in 2000 and many Batavia and Perry association team, doubles, singles and all-events crowns.

His classic form at the line enabled him to roll countless 700 series and several 300 games, with his last perfect game coming at the age of 74 in January 2011. Joe bowled in leagues at various centers in the area, consistently posting 200-plus averages. He averaged 200 in league play at Scopano's Lanes in Oakfield in 2014 at the age of 78.

Perhaps his greatest accomplishment occurred in April 2019 in Las Vegas when he competed in his 50th United States Bowling Congress Championship Tournament. USBC officials presented him with a plaque during a ceremony at the South Point Bowling Plaza.

Off the lanes, Joe served as president of the Batavia Bowling Association from 1970-1992 while also becoming well known as a bowling ball driller and, from 1982-2010, as owner of Joe's Pro Shop in Batavia.

He enjoyed having breakfast with friends and family at local restaurants on a weekly basis. Joe enjoyed hosting parties at his home for family and friends that would total over 90 people. Joe proudly served his country with the United States Army during the Korean War.

Surviving are his brother, Richard (Kathleen) Mortellaro, Sr.; sister-in-law, Shirley Mortellaro; nieces and nephews, Richard Mortellaro, Jr., Ann Marie (Rich) Marasciulo, Tina (David) Curtis, Susan (Chris) Parker, Jeannie (John) Mazurowski, Mark (Kelly) McVay Alfred (Donna) McVay, Jr., Patty Stewart, Franny Cassaro, Bruce Cassaro, David (Beth) Cassaro, David Stellar, Rodney Stellar, Gary VanValkenburg, Donna (Andy Rogers)  Nelson, Dennis Jay, David (Beth) Mortellaro, Danny Mortellaro, Todd Mortellaro, Scott Mortellaro, Timmy (Jamie) Mortellaro, Russell (Teri) Mortellaro and Larry (Nina) Mortellaro along with many great-nieces and great-nephews.

He is predeceased by his wife Sandra Tiede Mortellaro and his siblings, Mary (Tony) Cassaro, Jenny Stellar, Casper (Elaine) Mortellaro, Frank (Arlene) Mortellaro, Ross (Rose) VanValkenburg, Anthony Mortellaro and Carmella "Millie" (Alfred, Sr.) McVay and uncle of the late Cathy McVay Hein.

There are no prior calling hours. Private burial with military honors will be held at the convenience of the family at Evergreen Hill Cemetery, Corfu. A celebration of Joe's life will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 1 pm to 4 pm at Batavia Country Club, 7909 Batavia Byron Road, Batavia. Please consider memorials in Joe's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Joe's name please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

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

December 14, 1959 - December 19, 2024

Lisa Eileen Cooper Rich never did anything half-way. She was a woman of immense love, strength, generosity, creativity, and focus.

Raised in Batavia, NY she was a daughter of Jeanne and the late Ned Cooper and sister to LexAnn, Lyndon, and Leslie. She had followed Leslie to of all places, Tulsa, OK, to begin her accounting career and there met Garnet Rich.  She was transferred to Dallas and again met, Garnet, whom she married in 1987. They moved to his hometown of Toronto in Canada, establishing a beautiful life there and at Muskoka Lake with their devoted sons, Ryan and Ross.

From graduating Batavia High School in only three years to attending, at just 17, FIT in NYC and then transferring and graduating from Syracuse University with a degree in accounting and finance; working at Big Four Accounting firms as a CPA in the USA and as a Chartered Accountant in Canada; being a world-class wife of Garnet Rich; raising two loving sons, Ryan and Ross; fostering a lovely and nurturing home life; she brought with her her legendary passion.

Lisa will be remembered most as a devoted wife, mother and mother-in-law; for her generous spirit; determination to achieve which ever goal she set; grace and refined taste; epic party planning; and her immense strength (especially during her battle with cancer).

Lisa passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, December 19, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.

She left this world better than she found it.

A family service was held on December 20, 2024 in Toronto, Canada at Benjamin’s Park Memorial Chapel.

To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle please visit: https://www.legacy.com/ca/obituaries/theglobeandmail/name/lisa-rich-obituary?id=57063718

Memorial donations may be made to the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. www.pmcf.ca/donate or 416-946-6560.

Robert Patrick Elkins, 78 of Pembroke, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. He had been ill for a few months.

Born in Buffalo, NY, July 24, 1946, Robert was the son of the late Garland and Madeline Elkins. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy, serving on the USS Forrestal from 1963 to 1968.

After coming home from the Navy, he met his wife Mary Kent and they were married on June 6, 1970. After marriage, he drove a taxicab in Buffalo for a while until starting R&R Painting, which he owned and operated from 1973 to 1985. From there, Robert worked for Orleans County Municipal from 1985 to 1990. In 1990 Robert went to Albany, NY to start his career in the New York State Department of Corrections where he served from 1990 to 2008. 

After retirement, he enjoyed serving the Lord through which he received the Certificate of Ministry in 2003 and received the license to preach in 2006; both achieved through the General Council of the Association of the Assemblies of God.

Through his retirement, Robert enjoyed fishing with his family, traveling with his wife and eventually he joined the American Legion. Robert received the Hiram G. Luhman American Legion Post #626 Legionnaire of the Year Award in 2016 and 2021. While serving in the American Legion as the Reverend of the Legion, he devoted much of his time with the Western New York National Cemetery, where he officiated funeral services for fallen soldiers and veterans alike. In August 2021 he received a certificate of appreciation for his generous work and dedication of Volunteering for the National Cemetery by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Robert also loved riding his motorcycle with the Patriot Guard where he attended many funeral processions for veterans.

Robert is survived by his wife Mary of 54 years, his son Shawn Elkins of Batavia and his son Jeremiah and wife Kristen Elkins of Pembroke and his granddaughter Izabella Elkins of Pembroke.

Calling hours for Robert will be Thursday, January 2, 2025 from 2 to 8 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main Street, Corfu. Funeral services will be held from the mortuary on Friday, January 3, 2025 at 12:30 p.m. Burial will follow at 2 p.m. in the Western New York National Cemetery.

Aaron Galanti, age 50, of Batavia, passed away unexpectedly on December 26, 2024.

He was born on December 10, 1974 in Batavia, the son of Martin Galanti and Felicia Zaremski Cecere.

Spending time with his family and friends was important to him. He was an avid outdoorsman and sportsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. Growing up, Aaron played T-ball, Little League Baseball and softball. He was a Seattle Seahawks, Buffalo Sabres and NY Yankees fan and also enjoyed watching and attending NASCAR races.

Aaron was passionate about cooking, grilling and especially baking, making Placek at Easter time and pear pies every fall with his mother.

Aaron was an animal lover and had four dogs throughout his life. He was very kind, loving, generous and extremely loyal to family and friends. Quick with a smile and wise crack, Aaron always added fun and laughs to every occasion.

He enjoyed and took pride in his garage/man cave, where he gathered for good times, while his friends admired his memorabilia.

He was a dedicated employee of Batavia Downs for sixteen years occupying the position of Track Superintendent for the past four and a half.

Surviving is his father, Martin Galanti of Batavia, mother, Felicia (Tom) Cecere of Bergen, brothers, Marty (Melissa) Galanti II of Liverpool, NY and Mark (Dana) Galanti of Bayport, NY. stepbrother, Thomas (Sandy) Cecere, Nieces and nephews, Matthew, Gabriella, Brianna Galanti, all of Liverpool and Nicholas and Emma Galanti, both of Bayport, Taylor, Thomas, and Tori Cecere. He is also survived by many Aunts, Uncles and cousins. Also, lifelong friend, Doug Houseknecht. 

Family and friends are invited to calling hours on January 2, 2025 from 3:00 to 7:00pm at Bohm- Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia NY 14020. A Funeral Mass will be held on January 3, at 12pm at Ascension Parish, 19 Sumner St, Batavia, NY 14020. Burial will follow the Funeral Mass at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Genesee County Animal Shelter, 3841 W Main Street Batavia, NY 14020.

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

Katherine Rapp of Churchville, New York (December 28, 2024) Passed peacefully at her home in Churchville surrounded by her loving family and her mother at her side. Kathy fought a long and valiant battle with cancer.

She was born December 23, 1959, in Mount Clemens, Michigan, the eldest daughter of the late Francis August Angel. and Gayle (Tipper) Angel.

Prior to her retirement she had a long and successful career as an engineering manager in the space and defense sector that included a significant role in building and deploying the Chandra Space Telescope.

Kathy loved her vegetable garden and was active in church life serving as a sound and lighting technician as well as directing large musical productions. She was an integral part of The Salvation Army Angel Tree Christmas program.

Kathy will always be remembered as someone who was straight forward, well organized, hardworking and always compassionate. Kathy always made time for people. She saw value in everyone.

Surviving is her husband, Todd L. Rapp, children, Glenn Lewis Rapp (Rochester), Margaret C Whitbeck, Daughter in Law, Leah Knapton Rapp; grandson, Jonathan Francis Whitbeck, Mother Gayle Angel of Lakeland FL, siblings, Kevin (Anne) Angel of Melbourne FL, and Kendra (Elwin) Dobson of Houston TX.

She is predeceased by her father, Francis August Angel and her eldest brother Keith Angel.

Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, January 2, 2025, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. at Northgate Free Methodist Church, 8160 Bank Street Road, Batavia where Kathy's Funeral Service will immediately follow. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Yale, Michigan 10:30am, January 11th, 2025.

Kathy loved flowers and they would be welcome. Memorial contributions may also be made to The Salvation Army, 529 East Main Street, Batavia NY 14020.

Attica - Kathleen L. Morse, 80 of Attica passed away on December 24, 2024 at Rochester Community Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rochester.

Mrs. Morse was born September 9, 1944 in Elmira, a daughter of the late Hugh and Jesse (Brewer) McCall.

Kathy loved spending time with her family and friends. Through the years she enjoyed playing cards, bowling, golfing, gathering to watch the Bills, and  “secret trips” to the casino. The winter months were spent poolside reading or at the beach in Venice, Florida. Most importantly, she created a home with her husband that made everyone feel welcomed, fed, and oftentimes on a visit you parted with something, whether it be an old treasure, a new find, or a borrowed purse.  Her most treasured gift to all was her sense of humor.

Surviving is her husband of 60 years, Michael L. Morse of Attica; daughters, Jenny (Greg) Arnold of Medina, Kelly (Gregory) Schmieder of Alexander, and Molly (Gary) Schmieder of Attica; grandchildren, Matthew, Katarina (Ryan), Ryan (Jocelyn), Megan (Joe), Hans, and Kevin; sisters, Jeanne (James) Fleet of Venice, Florida, and Betsy (late Matt) Matusicky of Elmira.

Along with her parents, Kathleen is preceded in death by her brother, John McCall; and sister, Ellen Talbot.

A Celebration of Kathleen's Life will be held in the coming weeks and will be announced. Burial in Alexander Cemetery will be private. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to Stevens Memorial Library, 146 Main Street, Attica, New York 14011 or the local charity of the donor's choice.

Arrangements for Kathleen were entrusted to Marley Funeral Home, 135 Main Street in Attica. Online condolences at www.marleyfuneralhome.com.

LeRoy ~ Mary F. Gugino, age 95, of Wolcott Street, passed away Friday evening (Dec. 20, 2024) at home in the loving presence of her family.

     She was born February 5, 1929 at the family home in LeRoy, a daughter of the late Joseph and Lena Serusa Ferrara.    

 Mary was a 1947 graduate of LeRoy High School and a 1948 graduate of Eastman School of Dental Hygiene in Rochester, NY.  She worked for three local dentists, including her husband, Dr. Anthony J. Gugino Sr., before “retiring” to raise her children.

     Mary will be remembered as a woman of strong faith as well as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.  She was a past member of St. Joseph’s Church and current member of Our Lady of Mercy Parish.  She participated in the St. Joseph’s choir, the Bishop’s Committee and was a member of the Ladies of Charity.

     She will be sadly missed by her children, Anthony (Elizabeth) J. Gugino Jr. and Joan (James) Ellison; grandchildren, Matthew (Courtney) Gugino, David (Lisa) Ellison, Kristine (Christopher) Maher, Megan (Egor) Veselov and Paul Ellison; great-grandchildren, Ariana, Alexandra and Delilah Ellison; Emery, Cecily and Bailee Gugino; Walter, Leo and Daniela Maher; Luka and Mila Veselov; brother, Roxy (Josephine) Ferrara, along with many nieces and nephews.

     In addition to her parents, Mary was predeceased by her husband of 52 years, Dr. Anthony J. Gugino Sr. (2005); her sisters, Santa O’Geen and Jennie Rizzo; her brothers, Joseph Ferrara and Samuel Ferrara; brothers-in-law, Dominic O’Geen and Leonard Rizzo and sister-in-law, Lena Ferrara.

     Special thanks to Mary’s home health aides, Wendy, Peg, Stacey, Laura, Margie, Molly, Debbie and Lesa for their loving care and dedication.

     Family and friends may call on Sunday, January 5 from 3:00 – 5:00 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake St. Rd., LeRoy. Her Rite of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, January 6 at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter’s Church, 44 Lake Street, LeRoy.

     In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the LeRoy Ambulance Service, 1 Tountas Avenue, LeRoy, NY or The Milne Memorial Rotary Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 141, LeRoy, NY.

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

John D. “Jaws” Anderson, 71 of Alabama, NY passed away on December 24, 2024 at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. He was born May 5, 1953 in Johnstown, PA to the late Kenneth E. and Essie (Shetler) Anderson. He is preceded in death by a daughter Melissa Johnson.

John retired from GM in Tonawanda after many years and continued to work at Keeler Construction. He was an avid hunter that loved to be outdoors, camping and being with his family, especially his grandchildren. John was an “Unc” to everyone, always willing to lend a hand and had a special bond with his sister Belinda.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Terri (Wade) Anderson of Alabama, daughter, Michelle (Timothy) Battaglia of Batavia, grandchildren, Isabella and Jacob Battaglia, special great-nephew, Shaun Alexander, siblings, Ken (Joyce) Anderson, Gary (Darlene) Anderson both of Alabama, Belinda (Rick) Cox of East Bethany, Joyce (Wilburn) Archer of Ontario, Canada, Lisa (Dave) Laney of Alabama, along with many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. 

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 from 11am to 1pm at Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. A 1:00pm Celebration of his Life will immediately follow at the Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest in Alabama Cemetery in the spring.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital www.stjude.org. To leave an online message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. 

Charles R. O’Geen Jr, 75 of Batavia, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at United Memorial Medical Center. He was born November 16, 1949 to the late Charles R. and Lena (Rossi) O’Geen Sr. He is preceded in death by a sister, Angela McCall.

Charlie was a 1968 graduate of Leroy High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in management from the Rochester Institute of Technology in 1982. He also served in the U.S. Army and had two tours of duty in Vietnam in 1970 and 1971.

He met his loving and dedicated wife in April 1972 and celebrated 49 years of marriage this year. In that time, they built a beautiful family and a lifetime of memories.

Charlie worked at Lapp Insulator and PCORE Electric in Le Roy for 47 years.

Charlie was a dedicated member of the veteran community. He participated in many local parades, ceremonies, and as part of the local Joint Veteran Honor Guard detail.

Hockey was another passion of his. He was one of the founding members of the Batavia Men's Hockey League in 1979. He was an active player and coach in the league for over 40 years.

Charlie's hobbies included softball and fishing, especially with his wife and granddaughters.  He was a proud grandfather and loved attending his granddaughters’ concerts and sporting events. He also loved the Raiders and the Yankees, history, crime dramas, vacationing with his family in Florida and making friends pretty much anywhere he went.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Marianne (Wilkosz) O’Geen of Batavia, children, Carrie L. O’Geen of Tonawanda, Brian C. (Naomi) O’Geen of Alexander, sisters, Jeannie (Patti) O’Geen of Batavia, Susan (Robert) Cordaro of Las Vegas, NV, brother-in-law, Steve McCall of Rochester, 4 grandchildren, Alexis, Ava, Brianna and Alyssa, several nieces and nephews, along with many, many, many cousins.

In keeping with the family's wishes, there will be no calling hours. Please use this time to spend with your loved ones this holiday season. A true celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date. Friends are invited to a 9:15am Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at Resurrection Parish, 303 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. He will be laid to rest with Military Honor’s in Western New York National Cemetery, Corfu. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Charlie's name to the Wounded Warrior Project at support.woundedwarriorproject.org or to the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 193 at VVA Chapter #193, 29 North Main Street, Warsaw, NY 14569. To leave an online message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. 

Barbara J. Maskell, 90 of Batavia, passed away at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester on December 21. 2024. She was born May 10, 1934 in Batavia, to the late Gregson “John” and Helen (Putnam) Thompson. She is preceded in death by two brothers, William and Donald Thompson, grandson William A. Sheron III.

Mom was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church, Batavia. The church was very important to her. She liked reading, quilting, traveling, garage sales and doubling coupons. 

Her friends were very important to her; she kept in touch with them, talked with them on the phone and enjoyed playing cards with them. Mom’s family was most important to her. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and holiday dinners. 

She is survived by her beloved children, Curtis J. (Sylvia) Maskell, Karen M. Maskell, Scott R. Maskell, grandchildren, Marissa Sheron, Jeremy (Melissa) Maskell, Jennifer (Jacob) Maskell Hunt, Ian Dries, great-grandchild, Sedona Maskell. 

Friends are invited to call on Monday December 30, 2024 from 10-11:00AM at Gilmartin Funeral Home 333 West Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. An 11:00AM Celebration of her Life will immediately follow at the Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest in Maple Lawn Cemetery, Elba.  

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Baptist Church, 306 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. 

Gerald M. Wade “Jerry”, 84 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Monday (December 23, 2024) at his residence under the loving care of his family.

He was born May 1, 1940, a son of the late Myron and Eva Wade.

Jerry was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served his country from 1958-1961. He was an Accounting Clerk for the Sears Buffalo Credit Central prior to his retirement. He was a member of the Cornerstone Church and for many years served as the church historian. He was a fan of the Buffalo Bills and enjoyed participating in activities with fellow veterans.

Survivors include his children, Thomas (Noralba) Wade of Colorado, Christina Wade Jones of Texas and Ted (Heidi) Wade of Colorado. Grandchildren, Noah Wade, Justin Wade, Alexandra Jones, Victoria (Ryan) Jones and Jenna Grier. Sister, Lorraine Nettnin.

He was predeceased by his wives, Phyllis Wade and Edith Wade.

Family and friends may call on Monday (December 30^th) from 11am-1pm at the Cornerstone Church, 2583 Main St, East Pembroke, NY, where a funeral service and military honors will be held at 1pm. Burial will be North Pembroke Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donation may be made to a Veteran organization of your choice.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE C.B. BEACH & SON MORTUARY, INC., 4 MAIN STREET, CORFU, NY 14036.

LeRoy ~ Sharron F. Scott, age 85, of East Main Road, passed away Sunday evening (Dec. 22, 2024) at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.   

  She was born June 28, 1939 in Batavia, a daughter of the late William and Evelyn Rutherford Laney.

    Sharron will be remembered as a loving and caring person, who enjoyed camping and spending time with her family and friends.  She was also very devoted to her faith and a member of the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate through her church parish. 

     She is survived by her children, Linda (Charles) Metz of Leicester, Kenneth Scott of LeRoy, Lisa (Kevin) Schicker of York, Kevin (Jen) Scott of Leicester and Kelly Scott of LeRoy, along with many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

     In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Gene “Scotty” Scott; son, Keith Scott and granddaughter, Angela Chen.

     Family and friends may call on Sunday, Dec. 29 from 2 ~ 6 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake St. Rd., LeRoy.  Her Rite of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, Dec. 30 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter’s Church, 44 Lake St., LeRoy.

     In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Sharron are suggested to Our Lady of Mercy Parish, 44 Lake St., LeRoy, NY 14482

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

Mary Holmes, daughter of the late Ernest and Matilda Jonathan passed peacefully in her sleep surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, December 22, 2024.

Mary loved camping, cooking and spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoyed shopping, garage sales, flea markets, local fairs, and traveling. She bonded with people from all over including her virtual friends with whom she enjoyed playing Scrabble and Words with Friends. Mary had a long list of things she had done over her work career. In her early days she worked as a beautician. Over the years she worked in several factory settings including Kodak, and for a time she even worked in home health care. She eventually retired from AC Delco. Mary will be missed dearly by all who knew her.

Mary is predeceased by her late husband Michael Holmes, son Dan Bosley, daughter Jodie Judd, grandson Darrell Black, and granddaughter Davina Black; and brother Kervin Jonathan.

Mary is survived by her children Burnet (Marlene) Black, Laureen Johnson, Karen Soccio, Dorinda (Bill) Foos, daughter-in-law Laura Murray; her grandchildren Jim Soccio, Joshua Dunham, Amanda (Jeff) Buchholz, McKenna Bosley, Natalie Bosley; great grand-children Nolan, Elianna, and Easton; her brother, Murphey (Grace) Jonathan, and many nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are invited to calling hours on Saturday, December 28, 2024 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, with a funeral service to follow at H.E Turner Funeral Home in Batavia NY. A funeral reception will be held at 1:00pm at Oakfield Community Bible Church. Private burial will be at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Crossroads House, 11 Liberty St., Batavia, NY 14020.

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