Obituaries

CORY J. TRYBUSHYN

Age 29, of Dansville formerly of Batavia, died from injuries he sustained in a motor vehicle accident on Christmas Eve in Dansville. He was born October 2, 1987 in Rochester, NY a son of William Trybushyn of Batavia and Patti (Metz) (Greg) Cole of Dansville. 

Cory was a 2006 graduate of Batavia High School where he played varsity football for 3 years, played in the orchestra and went on to study at the University of Buffalo. Friends and family will remember a smart, intellectual young man with a great sense of humor, he was kind, caring, compassionate and had an incredible ability to make people smile. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, camping, cooking, bowling, gaming and had a love of sports. Cory's big stature and calm demeanor led people to see him as a "Gentle Giant" who loved spending time with his kitten, Pancake.  

Surviving along with his parents is his sister, Kelsey Trybushyn of Dansville, half-brother, Bill Trybushyn of Rochester, step-brother, Brandon Cole of Mt. View, CA and step-sister, Cindy Cole of Alden; maternal grandparents, Robert (Elaine) Metz of Dansville along with many loving aunts, uncles & cousins. 

Cory's family will be present from 4-8PM on Friday December 30, 2016 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWKSI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where a Celebration of Life will begin at 8PM. A reception will follow at the DIBBLE FAMILY CENTER 4110 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD and memorials in his memory are suggested to Volunteers for Animals/Genesee County Animal Shelter 3841 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020. 

Please share your thoughts and memories of Cory with his family at www.tomaszewskifh.com 

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

Batavia - Ronald R. Green, 92, of Batavia, owner and proprietor of Ron Co. Farms in Batavia, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2016 at his home doing what he wanted – with his boots on outside working.

Mr. Green was born September 13, 1924 in Alexander, a son of the late Raymond and Isabella French Green.

After being rejected from the draft because of a heart murmur, he was a quality control inspector for Curtiss Aircraft in Buffalo for the C-46 cargo plane. The C-46 was the first plane capable of flying "over the hump" (India to China through the Himalaya's) to help our Chinese allies defend themselves. He also had a milk truck route where he picked up cans of milk and hauled them to Buffalo and worked for Houseknecht Motors in Batavia.

He loved his farming and was previously active in several local farming organizations. Ron was out on his tractor feeding cows’ right up ‘til the end. He also loved the Lord with his heart and was always praying and reading his Bible. Ron served as a deacon, secretary and on the board at Batavia Assembly of God for many years and helped build the church on North Spruce Street.

Ron was a giving man who would help anyone in need and always put smiles on people's faces; even those he didn't know. His smile, laughter, with and dry sense of humor will be missed by his family.

His wife of 63 years, Mary Alice Green passed away on October 31, 2004.

Surviving are his children, David (Janice) Green of Hemingway, South Carolina, Alvin ("Chip") Green  and Kathie Green, both  of Batavia; two grandsons, Tim (Cami) Green of Greece and Joe (Angel) Green of Conroe, Texas, his sister-in-law, Shirley Green of Nunda and many nieces and nephews.

He is predeceased by his siblings, Elton Green, Paul Green, Leora Hopkins and Lelia Bowers.

Friends may call on Sunday from 3 to 6 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.  Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Calvary Baptist Church, 3515 Galloway Road, Batavia.  Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.  Burial will be in West Middlebury Cemetery.  To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Ron’s memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Lakeville ~ Melanie Lynn DeFazio, the beautiful little "Butterfly" of Brian and Kristi Cosimeno DeFazio, took flight to Heaven before her birth on Saturday, December 24, 2016.

    

 In addition to Mom and Dad, Melanie leaves a loving memory with her sister, Lily Ann DeFazio; her paternal grandparents, Salvatore and Barbara DeFazio; her maternal grandparents, Roger and Nancy Cosimeno, along with many aunts, uncles and cousins.

     Family and friends are invited to her Rite of Christian Burial on Friday, December 30 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Brigid Church, 18 Gibson Street, Bergen, NY.

     Memorials are suggested to the March of Dimes, Attention: DRFR, 1275 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains, NY 10605

     Condolences may be shared with Melanie's family at www.falconefuneralhome.com.

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

Norman Ripstein Sr. (Ripper), 85, of Attica passed away on Saturday December 24^th, 2016 at home with his family.  He was born on June 9, 1931 in Attica, the son of the late Charles and Helen (Bey) Ripstein. 

Norm served four years as a Staff Sergeant in the US Air Force. He was the head locksmith when he retired from the Attica Correctional Facility in 1989.  He loved being with his family, dancing and working in his metal shop for hours.  He was a member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, Moose Club, Attica Legion, and the Eagles Club for many years.

Surviving along with his loving wife of 65 years, Marilynn (Glor) Mano Ripstein are their three children, Norman Jr. (Bonnie) Ripstein of West Kingston, RI, Steve (Joanne) Ripstein of Attica and Wendy (Jim) Walsh of Marilla.  His eight grandchildren: Tina (Mike) Harding of Attica, Todd (Meghan) Ripstein of Batavia, Rebecca (Mark) Yedlowski of Navarre, FL., Jennifer (Jerod) Battaglia of Grand Island, Christopher Ripstein of Zellwood, FL, Meagen (Shawn) Simonsen of Hampstead, MD, Mackenzie (Steve) Jervis of Wichita Falls, TX and Meredith Walsh of Marilla.  Thirteen Great-Grandchildren: Chase and Cole Harding, Bridget, Claudia and Tucker Ripstein, Adelyn, Milo, Emery and Abel Yedlowski, Elizabeth and Charles Simonsen, Mason and Riley Battaglia.  Also surviving, a sister-in-law Ret. Col. Beverly Glor of Punta Gorda, FL along with many cousins and close friends.

There will be no prior calling hours.  An 11:30AM Memorial Service will take place at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, 11 Washington St., Attica, New York 14011 on Thursday, December 29^th, 2016 with a family reception line prior at 10:30AM     

Memorials may be made to St. Paul’s United Church 11 Washington in Attica or American Legion Harder-O’donnell Post No 734- 83 Market St. Attica, NY 14011 or Home Care and Hospice of Warsaw 450 N. Main St. Warsaw, NY 14569 or a charity of your choice. 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.

 

Bergen - Margaret Helen Berry, 77, of Bergen, a call center operator at the former Washington Mutual, (Dime Bank) in Albion, died Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at her home, in Bergen.

Mrs. Berry was born June 8, 1939 in Rochester, a daughter of the late Victor and Helen (Komerowski) Figlerwicz.

She graduated from Nazareth High School and was the operator of the former Fantasy Farm Market in Bergen from 1975-1983.  She was a former volunteer at the Gillam - Grant Community Center in Bergen, served as an Election Official in Bergen and enjoyed traveling.

Her husband, John Berry, died in October of 1985.

Survivors include a daughter, Eileen Brew of Irving; 3 sons, John N. (Jean) Berry of Batavia, Victor A. (Tina Rae) Berry of MA and Charles (Lynn) Berry of Rochester; 11 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. 

She was the sister of the late Viola Burns and Deborah Byrd.

Friends may call on Tuesday from 3 to 7 p.m. at H.E. Turner & Co., Inc., 51 S. Lake Street in Bergen, where services immediately follow at 7 p.m.   In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bergen Fire Department, P.O. Box 428, Bergen, NY 14416.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Dustin R. Barrett, age 2 months, of Perry passed away on Friday December 16, 2016 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. Dustin was born in Warsaw, New York on September 19, 2016 a son of Frank and Karen (Curry) Barrett.

He is survived by his parents: Frank and Karen (Curry) Barrett, brother: Damian Barrett, sister: Destiny Barrett both of Perry, Maternal grandparents: Kenneth (Theresa) Curry of TN, Paternal grandmother: Beverly Barrett of Perry, along with many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.

Family and friends may call from 4:00-7:00PM on Wednesday December 21, 2016 at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530 where Funeral Services will follow at 7pm. He will be laid to rest in Pleasant Valley Cemetery in York.

Memorials may be made to the family or to the Ronald McDonald House 333 Westmoreland Drive, Rochester, NY 14620 or visit http://rmhcrochester.org. 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.

 

Pavilion ~ Elizabeth R. "Betty" Norton, age 98 , passed away Saturday morning (December 17, 2016) at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.

    

She was born June 15, 1918 in Rochester, NY,  a daughter of the late Byron and C. May Tufts Rudgers.

     Betty loved music and prior to graduating from Pavilion Central School, she composed the tune for a song that became the school's Alma Mater with the words written by Danny Conner.

She was a graduate of the Batavia Branch of the Rochester Business Institute and retired from Pavilion Central School after 35 years as secretary to the principal.  During her tenure, Betty was appointed as Clerk of the Board of Education until her retirement.

     Betty loved her cats and liked cooking, baking and preparing Sunday dinners for her family and grandchildren, as well as planting and caring for her many flowers.  Music continued throughout her life and she enjoyed playing both the piano and her Hammond organ. As a lifetime and oldest member of the Pavilion United Methodist Church, she would also occasionally play the church organ on Sundays.

     She is survived by her daughter, Karry (Harold) Reynolds; her son, Keith (Rhonda) Norton; 4 grandchildren, Todd (Mary) Norton, Michelle (Michael) Freeman, Christy (Chris) Schultz and Karyn (Jeff) Winters; 8 great-grandchildren, Tyler and Bobbie Jo Norton, Britannie (Michael) Fitch, Michaela and Marissa Freeman, Emma Winters and William and Drew Schultz; 1 great-great-granddaughter, Lilly Fitch, along with several nieces and nephews.

     Betty was predeceased by her husband, Stuart R. Norton, daughter-in-law, Shirlee Ann Norton and her siblings, Earl (Virginia) Rudgers, Charles Rudgers and Alta MacFarland.

     Visitation and service information will be announced at a later date in the Spring of 2017.

     Memorials are suggested to the Pavilion United Methodist Church, 11115 E. Park St., Pavilion, NY 14525.

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

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

Derinda M. Burnside, 78 of Corfu, passed away Saturday December 17, 2016 at United Memorial Medical Center. She was born November 17, 1938 in Brockport, NY to the late Arthur (Lena Brown) Heise. She is preceded in death by a sister Royetta Kummer and a nephew Larry Burchfield.

Mrs. Burnside was an active member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Hamlin, NY. She collected tea cups, cardinals and enjoyed shopping. Mrs. Burnside loved nothing more than spending time with her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  

She is survived by her beloved husband of 54 years Richard C. Burnside of Corfu; children Bonnie (Scott) Chatley of Corfu; Edward Burnside of Albion; James Burnside of Corfu; siblings Beulah Hand of SC; Willis (Carrie) Heise of Albion; Margery (Darwin) Hale of Morton, NY; 6 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday December 20, 2016 from 2-4 & 7-9 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020. An 11:00 AM Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday December 21, 2016 at the Funeral Home.She will be laid to rest in Hillside Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family to be distributed to various charities. 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 St. Batavia, New York 14020.

Richard L. Fisher, age 63, of Perry passed away on Friday December 16, 2016 at his home. Richard was born in Kittanning, PA., on June 26, 1953 a son of the late Harry and Vera (Best) Fisher. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by a grandson Lance "RJ" Riley Jr., and sisters; Cindy DeShane and Gladys Fisher.

Richard worked many years for the King Cole Bean Co. in Avon and later for Livingston County Highway Department. He was an outdoorsman who liked to hunt; he enjoyed working on mechanics, watching NASCAR racing and football games, especially watching his favorite team the Pittsburgh Steelers.

He is survived by 2 daughters: Tina (Dennis) Jones of Castile, Teresa (Lance) Riley of Springwater, his longtime companion: Tammy Garrett of New Orleans, his former wife: Joyce Taylor, sister: Diane (Dave) Thomas of Hawthorne, PA., brother: David (Melba) Fisher of Memphis, TN, grandchildren: Ashley, Noah, Matthew, McKenzie, Emica, Kassidy, Allexa, Triston, Taylor and Ryan, brother-in-law: Harry DeShane of Perry, 3 aunts: Cathy (Ross) Bower of PA., Gloria (Robert) Brywa of Perry, Phyllis Mohney of FL. , along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may call from 4:00-7:00PM on Tuesday December 20, 2016 at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association 7272 Greenville Avenue Dallas, TX 75231 or visit www.heart.org. 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.

Frank J. Wandryk, 82 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Friday (December 16, 2016) at United Memorial Medical Center.

He was born January 30, 1934 in Batavia, NY, a son of the late John and Sophia Zimnal Wandryk.

Frank served our country with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was employed with the City of Batavia Dept. of Public Works prior to his retirement. Frank was a member of Ascension Parish in Batavia. Frank was a gentle and humble man who enjoyed simple pleasures. He enjoyed baseball, television sports, bingo and music. Most of all he was proud of his family and will be deeply missed. 

He spent his final years at the NYS Veterans Home, where he received excellent care from the devoted staff who became his friends and extended family.

He was predeceased by his first wife, Delores McCoy Wandryk in 1999 and second wife, Carolyn Shutz Wandryk on February 17, 2016. Frank was the brother of the late Onofre “Norf” Wandryk, Caroline and Rose Wandryk, Veronica Bezon, Sophie Trybushan, Michael Wandryk and Antoinette Corbelli.

Survivors include his daughter, Debbie (Terry) Paine of Batavia. Son, Frank Wandryk of Tonawanda. Step-sons, Brad (Maryann) Martin of Marston Mills, MA, Craig (Laurie) Martin of Batavia and Doug (Kimberly) Martin of Florida. Grandchildren,Sarah Lidbom, Leslie Szfranski, Julie Molloy, Jacob, Robert and Benjamin Paine. Step-grandchildren, Mariella, Alyssa, CJ, Christopher, Sean and JD Martin. Four great-grandchildren. Sisters, Anne O’Grady of Syracuse, Jane “Jennie” Crowe of Buffalo and Constance (Jerry) McGuire of Fairport. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Monday (December 19th) from 5-8pm at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia. His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, 10:00am at Ascension Parish (corner of Swan and Sumner Streets.). Burial with full military honors will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.

Memorial contributions  in Frank’s memory may be made to Crossroads House, 11 Liberty St., Batavia, NY 14020. Expressions of condolence can 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.

 

 

  Austin M. Drake, 19, of Attica passed away on Monday December 12, 2016 due to medical complications. He was born on June 29, 1997 in Batavia to Heather Drake and Melvin Hall.

He is survived by his loving mother; Heather Drake of Attica; grandparents Jim (Kris) Drake of Attica; uncle Shawn Drake of Batavia, Aunt Ashley Wright of Batavia, Aunt Kristina (Anthony Berrios) Thompson of Attica; sister in law Javette Drake of Attica; nieces Jamie Thompson, Sienna and Lena Berrios and Acelia Drake and nephew Clayton Thompson

Austin was presently attending the Monroe County Special Education Extend program in Spencerport. He graduated from Spencerport High School in June of 2015. He attended the GVRC camp for special needs children in Pike. Austin was special in ways and taught us many lessons in life like how to have an open mind, love unconditionally, to smile on the most difficult days, and to have patience with people. So because of these life lessons our family on behalf of Austin would like to thank both Varysburg & Attica EMS, the responding officers from Wyoming County Sheriff's Department, Chief Henderschott, the staff of Warsaw hospital's ED, Timothy Meister of Marley Funeral Home, and Stacey Storm from the ARC of Livingston/Wyoming County. Your efforts and compassion have not gone unnoticed.

Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday December 21, 2016 from 5:00-6:30PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A 6:30PM Memorial Service will immediately follow visitation at the Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Austin’s name to the Genesee Valley Rotary Camp www.gvrc.org or GVRC c/o Ernest Wiard - 15 Hal-bar Rd., Avon, NY 14414 or to the family to distribute to various charities. 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.

 

 

Elba - Benjamin J. Ligon, Sr., 75, died Thursday, December 15, 2016 at United Memorial Medical Center, in Batavia after having been admitted earlier in the day.

Mr. Ligon, Sr. was born March 11, 1941 in Society Hill, Alabama, the son of the late Benjamin Turrance and Minnie Ligon Houston.

He was a member and Deacon of the Church of Brotherly Love and served as an usher for Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Mr. Ligon was a former employee of Frank J. Calarco & Sons for many years and a retiree of the Eastman Kodak Co.

He is survived by his wife, Hattie B. (Miles) Ligon, whom he married 1962.  Also surviving are two sons; Benjamin (Carla Capizzi) Ligon, Jr. of Batavia and Scottie (Christi LoTempio) Ligon of Elba, two daughters; Patricia (Ira) Stephens-Moss and Shirley Woods both of the state of Alabama and 5 grandchildren.

Friends may call on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at H.E. Turner & Co, Inc., 403 E. Main St., Batavia. Services will be at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at the Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 516 Ellicott Street, Batavia.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Department 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908.  Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Springville - Mrs. Dorothy M. Putney of Springville, passed away Dec. 15, 2016 at age 90. Predeceased by her loving husband Laurence. Cherished mother of Todd (Marcia), Marc (Deidre), Susan (William Skura), and Cindy Matteson (Steven). Proud grandmother of 13 and great grandmother of 19. Survived by siblings Chester (Thelma), Genevieve (Late Lawrence), and Clarence (Shirley). Predeceased by Lawrence, Donald, Frederick and Malcolm.

No private visitation, memorial service to be held at a later date. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to Hospice of Buffalo, 225 Como Pk Blvd, Buffalo, NY 14227 or Springville First United Methodist Church, 474 East Main St., Springville, NY 14141.Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com. Arrangements have been completed by the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.

Frank Joseph” Bud” Ireland, 92, died peacefully at the Ireland homestead on Thursday December 15, 2016, under the care of his daughters and home care and hospice. Frank was born April 13, 1924 in Perry a son of the late Frank and Corena (Austen) Ireland. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by sisters: Edith Popp, Esther Bookmiller and Florence Rickard.

Frank was a graduate of Perry School. He played high school football and drums. He was a faithful and one of the oldest members of the Perry Center First Congregational Church where he served on many committees including deacon and trustee. Frank worked on the Ireland family dairy farm since he was 11 years old. He milked dairy cows, raised heifers, tended to hogs and chickens. He enjoyed gardening, painting and mowing the family’s yard. He also enjoyed hauling water year round to farms and filling pools in the summer months throughout the county. He served on the Wyoming County Planning Board for 10 years and was also a Perry Town Board member. These jobs were important to him and he took great pride in his dedication to those positions. He won the Conservation Farmer of the year in 1972. He was also a member of Dairylea Cooperative Inc. Frank enjoyed watching the Buffalo Bills and smoking cigars with his grandsons. Brett and Blake have always been envious of his serious mustache. Frank and Laura enjoyed traveling, including trips with friends to Hawaii and Alaska. They were avid snowmobile riders and enjoyed trail riding throughout Wyoming County. Frank was a lifelong friend to Dick Brick, who continued to visit even when Frank lost the ability to carry on a conversation. They reminisced often about Frank’s various pranks especially concerning “Perry Center” and racing Fords and Chevys.

He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years: Laura Jane (Cole)Ireland, 4 daughters: Regina (Andrew Zinkievich) Ireland of Perry, Sally (Yolanda Montemayor) Ireland of Austin, TX., Mary Jane Ireland of Perry, Cindy (William Stowell) Ireland of Perry, his grandchildren: Brett C. (Andrea Callari) Eliasz of Rochester, Blake J. Eliasz of Rochester, Emma Darocha of Perry, a great grandson: Giancarlo J. Eliasz, his only surviving sibling Jacqueline Ireland Hogestyn of Rochester, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends and family from 2-4 and 6-8pm on Saturday December 17th at the Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 N. Main Street, Perry New York 14530. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday December 18th at 2:00pm at the Perry Center First Congregational Church. He will be laid to rest in Prospect Hill Cemetery in Perry.

Memorial contributions may be made to the church. 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.