Obituaries

WILLIAM P. WALKER, JR.

William P. Walker, Jr., of Batavia, age 65, passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 10, 2017. His Mother, Betty Walker, and his companion, Don Jones, predeceased him. In addition, throughout his lifetime, Bill lovingly nurtured numerous cats that he considered to be his family. 

Bill worked for 35 years in the Food Services Department at United Memorial Medical Center. Even if you did not know him by name, you may have seen him over the years, identified by his clean shaven head, while he either rode his bicycle or walked everywhere in Batavia.  

Bill was one of the greatest all time fans of athletics at his Alma mater, Batavia High School. He had the amazing ability to rattle off absolutely any score that you asked him about either BHS football or basketball, dating back over 45 years; along with thousands of other sports facts and trivia ranging from the names of all the High School nicknames in Section V, to the construction cost and seating capacity of the newest multi-million dollar High School football stadium in Texas. 

Although there were many others who helped Bill along his way, a special thanks and acknowledgement goes out to his cousin, Wally Anderson, from Honeoye Falls, NY, and his best friend, Kevin Earl, a local attorney.   

He had a kind soul and will be missed. His family will lay him to rest privately, without calling hours. However, his friends and his BHS Class of 1972 intend to organize an informal remembrance gathering at a date, time and place to be announced in the future in print and on Facebook. He will be laid to rest alongside his mother in Elmwood Cemetery and memorials in his memory can be made to a charity of the donor's choice. 

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

 

LORRAINE JUNE DOMBROWSKI ~ Batavia

Age 78, of Batavia, died peacefully Thursday December 14, 2017 at her home under the care of Hospice and her loving family. She was born June 15, 1939 in Batavia, NY to the late Michael and Florence (Guard) Palone also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Stanley Dombrowski in 2013; sisters, Harriet (Palone) Scapano, Doris (Palone) Dombrowski, Mary (Palone) Buck, Ruth (Palone) Anderson, Marie (Palone) Sears; brothers, Edward, Donald and Michael Palone.

Lorraine was a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother. She was described as a spit-fire by those who knew her. She loved spending quality time with her family, friends and pets. She enjoyed baking, crafts, and loved decorating for the holidays. 

Surviving is her loving son, Stanley M. (Sheri) Dombrowski of Batavia; grandchildren, Stanley J. Dombrowski, Kelly (Jose Radam) Dombrowski; brother, Alan (Ginger) Palone; brothers-in-law, Russ Columbo and Tony (Sheila) Columbo; a very special nephew, Frank (Tammy) Scapano,  a very special niece, Kathy (Don) Engle as well as several other nieces and nephews. 

The Dombrowski family would like to say a very special thank you to Tina and Alisia of HomeCare and Hospice for their outstanding care.

 

Per Lorraine's wishes funeral services will be held privately, in lieu of flowers memorials in her memory are suggested to HomeCare and Hospice 29 Liberty Street Suite 6 Batavia, New York 14020. 

Please share your thoughts and memories of Lorraine with her family at www.tomaszewskifh.com 

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

Batavia - Jacklyn M. Sliker (Ganzhorn), 30, of Batavia, tragically left her family on Monday, (December 18, 2017).  We are praying she has finally found the Peace that she struggled so hard to find in this world.  We will always remember her as the beautiful girl, full of life, that she once was. 

She was born April 2, 1987 in Batavia, a daughter of Ronald Sliker and the late Angela (Venuto) Johnson.

Along with her father, she is survived by three small children, Austin and Hayleigh Griffin, and Kyler Baxter; her grandmothers Sharon Venuto and Trish Sliker; sisters, Mickala, Brittany, and Samantha; step-mother, Darla Harmon; Aunts and Uncles, Sherri, Tom, and John.  Two close cousins, Nickol and Fallanne also survive.

Jacklyn is preceded in death by her mother and a daughter, Angel Largey.

Our family deeply mourns our loss.

There will be no visitation.  Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.  Jacklyn will be laid to rest in Maple Lawn Cemetery, Elba. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family to distribute to various local charities.  Arrangements were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Batavia.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Batavia - Arnold L. Tiede, age 98, of Batavia, passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at United Memorial Medical Center.

Mr. Tiede was born May 22, 1919 in Bethany Center, the son of the late Fred and Bertha Nadler Tiede.

He was the body shop manager for the former Vincent Pontiac in Batavia for over 25 years. A member of the First United Methodist Church in Batavia, Mr. Tiede was a member of the former Moose Club in Batavia and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Veness - Strollo Post 1602. A devoted family man he enjoyed camping at Fish Creek Ponds in the Adirondacks. He proudly served his country during World War II with the United States Army.

He is survived by his wife, Betty Jane Sprague Tiede, whom he married October 3, 1941; his daughter-in-law, Brenda J. Tiede of Batavia; his grandson, Richard B. (Meghan) Tiede of Batavia; two great-granddaughters, Hannah M. & Julieanna K. Tiede of Batavia and several nieces and nephews.

He is predeceased by his son, Richard A. Tiede who passed away in 2012 and his siblings, Harold Tiede, Elsie Sage and Isabel Tharnish.

Friends may call on Friday from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia, where funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. He will be laid to rest in Elmwood Cemetery. Please consider memorials may be made to Genesee Cancer Assistance, Inc., c/o UMMC, 127 North Street, Batavia, New York 14020 or online at www.geneseecancerassistance.com/donate. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Clifton W. Bailey Jr., 92, of Warsaw, formerly of Attica died on Saturday December 16, 2017 at the New York State Veterans Home at Batavia. Clifton was born on February 26, 1925 to the late Clifton W. Bailey Sr. and Cecil (Allen) Bailey in Binghamton, NY. Clifton was predeceased by his wife Jean M. (Chaplin) Bailey who passed away on Oct. 18, 2010; Randall Chaplin and Stacey Chaplin.

Clifton served in the U.S. Navy during WWII as a signalman and port gunner on the destroyer/minesweeper USS Ellyson. After the war he went to work for the NYS Electric & Gas Corp. from which he retired. Clifton was an accomplished woodworker and woodcarver. He was a long time Ham Radio operator and was very proud of his call sign “K2LD”.

Surviving are his sons; Brian (Judi) Bailey of Warsaw, Bryon (Valerie) Bailey of FL., Robert (Cindy) Chaplin of Waterport, Ronald Chaplin of Gainesville; along with his grand, great-grand, great-great grandchildren.

At Clifton’s request, there will be no prior calling hours or services.

The family would like to thank the staff of the NYS Veterans Home for their kindness and care during Clifton’s stay in the Erie Cottage.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Wyoming County SPCA www.wyomingcountyspca.org PO Box 269 Attica, NY 14011. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visitwww.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011

Rose A. Kittle, 90, of Batavia, died Sunday, December 17, 2017 at United Memorial Medical Center.

Rose was born June 18, 1927 in Linden, a daughter of the late Arthur and Nellie (Gage) Gould.

Rose enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, hunting and fishing.

Survivors include one brother, Arthur Gould, Jr. of Ohio; three sisters, Charlotte Draper, Anna Bear and Eugenia Barber, all of Batavia and several nieces and nephews.

Rose is the wife of the late Henry Kittle and sister of the late Ruby Manry and Violet Johnson.  

There are no prior calling hours.  Services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.  Burial will be in West Middlebury Cemetery, East Bethany.  

Memorials may be made to Genesee Cancer Assistance, Inc., 127 North Street, Batavia, NY 14020, www.geneseecancerassistance.com/donate.

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

 

Batavia - Jean M. Doody, age 90, passed away on Friday, December 15, 2017 at Premier Genesee Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, where she had been a resident.

Mrs. Doody was born November 12, 1927 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Orley and Elsie Heywood Dean.

Jean graduated from Batavia High School in 1945. Along with her close friends, she helped plan many class reunions and kept records on all her classmates. Jean was the receptionist for Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation for 16 years, until her retirement.

She was married to Ray Doody who passed away on March 5, 1998. Together, they owned and operated Doody's Sweet Shop from 1953 to 1963.

She is survived by her sons, Edward (Linda) Doody of Batavia and Douglas Doody of Lancaster; five grandchildren, Edward (Mary) Doody of Pavilion, Patti (Jose) Arroyo of Batavia, Lisa (Sam) Antinore of Batavia, Kyle (Carolyn) Doody of West Seneca and Allison (Ross) Marranca of Clarence; ten great-grandchildren, Christopher Doody, Jay and Chase Antinore, Zoey, Mazey, Brody and Jaxon Arroyo, Addison Doody and Michael and Samantha Marranca; two step great-grandchildren; Kelsey Arroyo and Maeve Borden and several nieces and nephews.

Her sister, Vera Lindsley, passed away in 1997.

There are no prior visiting hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. She will be entombed in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum. Please consider memorials to the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Rochester and Buffalo, 1425 Jefferson Road, Rochester, New York 14623.  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.

Stella M. Macugowski, 96, of Batavia passed away peacefully on Friday December 15, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 18, 1921 in Buffalo to the late Adam and Josephine (Petrewicz) Siderowicz. In addition to her parents, Stella is predeceased by her husband; Matthew Macugowski; brother Joseph Siderowicz; sisters Bernice Long and Laura Kubik.

Stella retired from Verizon in Batavia. She was a member of the Altar & Rosary Society and was a dedicated parishioner. She loved to bake and cook, especially big meals. Stella was always caring for her family. She took amazing care of her husband who struggled with health issues. Above all else, Stella adored her children and grandchildren.

She is survived by her loving daughters; Marcia (Anthony) Paladino of MI., Fay (Michael) Wastyk of PA., Paula (Michael) McKinley of GA., and Susan (Phillip) DiMartino of Batavia; 8 grandchildren Scott Paladino, Stacie (J.D.) Hill, Hannah Wastyk, Andrew McKinley, Grant McKinley, Christie McKinley, Matthew DiMartino and Lindsey (Jonathon) Marlowe; 7 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call from 10:00-11:00AM on Saturday December 30, 2017 at Ascension Parish 19 Sumner St. Batavia, NY 14020.  An 11:00AM Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow the visitation at Church. Stella will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum in Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Crossroads House http://crossroadshouse.com/ PO Box 403 Batavia, NY 14021 or Saint Vincent de Paul of Buffalo http://www.svdpwny.org/.  For more information please call 585-343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

Thomas H. Schiltz, 79, of Attica, NY passed away after his courageous two-year battle with pancreatic cancer on December 12, 2017. He left us peacefully in the comfort of his home, surrounded by family and under the care of Hospice.  Tom was born February 23^rd 1938 of the late Arthur Schiltz and Pauline Welker.

Tom prioritized providing as much as he could for his family, devoting 32 years as a correctional officer at Attica Correctional Facility. Tom, aka “Shadow”, cherished all things outdoors; especially hunting, trapping, and fishing with all his buddies including longtime friends Harvey and Dan. He treasured all the motor home trips, cabin getaways, and vacations on the lake with his beloved wife to be able to spend quality time with their family and friends. A very talented putterer, he could often be found in his workshop or barn designing something creative and unique out of just about anything he collected. Tom comforted everybody with his generosity and could effortlessly make you crack a smile with his quick-witted humor.

Tom leaves behind his wife of 57 years Louise; their two daughters Suzanne Moreis (Timothy Wolcott) of Attica, Cheryl Schiltz of West Palm Beach, FL; brother Robert Schiltz of Peoria, Arizona; sister-in-law Barbara Schiltz of Clinton, Washington; grandchildren Brittney and Landon Moreis of Attica, NY, Ryan Keough of Danvers, Massachusetts; and many beloved relatives near and far. He was preceded in death by sister Luella (Bill) Manley of Coral Springs, Florida. He loved his family, they loved him, and he was adored by many.

A Memorial Service will be held in honor of Tom’s 80^th birthdate on Friday, February 23, 2018 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish 1230 Clinton Street Rd, Attica, NY 14011. The time will be determined at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made in Tom’s memory to Hospice, The Gateway Home 91 Main St. Attica, NY 14011 or Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish at the address listed above.  For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visitwww.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

Judith M. (Wheeler) Lafferty, age 78, of Perry, NY, passed away on Wednesday December 13, 2017 at her home, surrounded by her family, after a hard fought battle with cancer. Judith was born in Warsaw, NY on December 2, 1939 a daughter to the late Herbert and Vera (Steaderman) Wheeler. She is preceded in death by a brother: Gerald Wheeler, sister-in-law: Helen Wheeler and great granddaughter: Jasmine Rose.

Judith was a devoted wife, loving Mother, Grandmother, a devout Christian who was always active in her Church, a Friend to all who met her. She made her family her life, both immediate and extended, and was always available and willing to lend a hand, offer a shoulder, or just be there to listen. In her spare time Judith enjoyed bowling and doing crossword puzzles.

She is survived by her husband of 59 years: Carlton L. Lafferty whom she married on August 1,1958, 3 sons: Benjamin (Debbie) Lafferty, Randy Lafferty and Michael (Judy Uveino) Lafferty, a sister: Barbara (Neal) Green, 2 brothers: George Wheeler Sr., Grant (Judith) Wheeler, 7 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, along with many nieces, nephews and friends.

Family and friends may call from 10am-1pm on Saturday December 16th at the Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 N. Main St. in Perry where funeral services will follow at 1pm. She will be laid to rest in East Koy Cemetery in Pike.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Burke Hill Bible Church 6545 Burke Hill Rd. Perry, NY 14530. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street, Perry, New York 14530.

Christina A.M. DeLuna, 37 of Batavia, passed away on Monday December 11, 2017 in Gates. She was born on May 4, 1980 in Warsaw, to Gail A. (Blanco) Carpenter of Batavia and the late Frank E. Carpenter.   

Christina was a wild spirit, she was very outgoing, smart and loving. She was a people person that could get along with anyone.

She is survived by her beloved sons Santiago F. (fiancée Jocelyn Homer) DeLuna of Batavia; Cristian M. DeLuna of Texas; Ethan I. Loaeza of Batavia; sister Rebecca Wissinger, brothers Brad Ohlson, Jason Carpenter all of Batavia, along with several nieces and nephews.

A 5:00 PM Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday December 19, 2017 at Batavia Assembly of God 24 North Spruce Street, Batavia, NY 14020. She will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery, Attica.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. 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.

Batavia - Everett Gordon Smith, 81, of Batavia, a Security Guard at Eastman Kodak Co. in Rochester prior to his retirement, died Thursday, December 14, 2017 at his home in Batavia.

Mr. Smith was born February 5, 1936 in Denver, CO, a son of the late Wesley Randall and Ethel Ahl Brown.

He served in the US Marine Corp from 1953 to 1973 having been deployed to Korea for a tour and Vietnam for 2 tours of duty.  He retired as a Master Gunnery Sergeant.  He was a member of Veterans Of Foreign Wars, Veness - Strollo Post 1602, and the American Legion.  He was active in the Marine Corp's Toys For Tots Campaign, was an avid hunter.  He enjoyed tending to his lawn and playing cards where he always won.  He loved his children and grandchildren and was always willing to help.

He is survived by his wife, Jean E.  (Russell) Smith, whom he married on January 12, 1957; his children, Debbie Robertson of Waco, TX, Gordon (Cindy) Smith of Batavia and Sharon (Craig) Belknap of Batavia; 9 grandchildren, Angela Robertson, Samantha Robertson, Matthew Smith, Sara Lipinski, Deanna Smith, Mandee Belknap and Michael (Krissy) Smith and 9 great-grandchildren; 6 siblings, Margaret Arnt of Rochester, Patricia Spring of Alexander, Alan (Diane) Brown of CA, Roger Brown of OR, Barbara (Jerry) Farraenola of Rochester and Paul (Joyce) Randall of Elba, and several nieces and nephews. 

He was the father of the late David Smith and brother of the late Bob Ahl, Mary Burkel and Helen Sanderson.

Friends may call on Monday, December 18, 2017, from 1 to 4 p.m. at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 E. Main St., Batavia, where services will follow at 4 p.m.  Private burial will be in Grand View Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516.   Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

LeRoy ~ Ronald W. Braaten, age 60, passed away in his sleep on Wednesday (December 13, 2017) at home.

    

 Ron was born on June 3, 1957 in Batavia, NY, son of the late Robert and Janet (Thomson) Braaten. 

     Ron loved anything that had a motor and would go fast.  He liked cars, motorcycles, snowmobiles and tractor pulls. 

     Ron is survived by his brother Chip (Annette) Braaten, nephew Tom (Ashley) Braaten, niece Janette (Mike Eveland) Braaten, great nieces Leah and Annabelle Braaten, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins).  In addition to his parents, Ron was predeceased by his brother Robert (Bobby as he was known to all) Braaten. 

     Friends and family may call on Tuesday (December 19) from 4 ~ 7 pm at Falcone Family Funeral and Cremation  Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy, NY 14482.

     In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The Arc of Genesee Orleans County (Community Relations), 64 Walnut Street, Batavia, NY 14020. 

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

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

East Bethany - George M. Young, 57, of East Bethany, an employee at Pudgie’s Lawn & Garden in Batavia, died Thursday, December 7, 2017 at Strong Memorial Hospital, in Rochester.

Mr. Young was born September 21, 1960 in Buffalo, a son of the late Carlton and Vivian (Burch) Young.

He attended the Mogadore Chapel, was an avid hunter and fisherman and was known as "Grumpy" by his McDonald's friends.

Survivors include his daughter, April (John Oliver) Young of Holley; his companion, Linda Kempf of East Bethany; 3 grandchildren,  Josiah Oliver, Kayla Price and Kristin Price; 5 siblings, Jim Young of Oakfield, Dorothy (Jim) Farewell of Lockport, Susan (Jim) Wines, William Young and Phyllis Ann Young all of VA; a sister-in-law, Joanie Young of VA; several nieces and nephews. 

He was the brother of the late Carl "Fuzzy" Young and Charlie Young

Friends may call on Friday, December 15, 2017, from 12 to 2 p.m. at Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 E. Main Street, Batavia, where services will follow at 2 p.m.  Burial will be in St. Cecelia’s Cemetery in Oakfield.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family.