Obituaries

Batavia - C.  Dorothy  Vitulli, age 91 of Batavia passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2020 at home surrounded by her loving family under the care of HomeCare & Hospice.

Dorothy was born October 26th, 1928 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Silvio Vitulli and Virginia Pillo Vitulli.

A lifelong resident of Batavia, Dorothy resided at her family home her entire life in Batavia. Dorothy retired from National Fuel after 30 years of service and enjoyed traveling and the company of family and friends.  Her family would like to especially thank our loving neighbors, LuLu Buckley and Bobby Jurewicz for all their help with the Vitulli family through the years. You were a Godsend to us and we appreciate your help. .  

She leaves behind her sisters; Amelia DiFilippo and Joanne Sheelar, along with many nieces and nephews.

She is predeceased by her loving sister, Lucy Vitulli Palatiere in 2018.

Per Dorothy's request, there will be no public visitation or funeral mass. She will be entombed in St. Joseph's Mausoleum. Memorials may be made to Crossroads House, P.O. Box 403, Batavia, New York 14021 or to Notre Dame High School, 73 Union Street, Batavia, New York 14020. To leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia.

Cindy put her love for her family above everything else. She was selfless, kind, courageous, and artistic, but most of all she was loved. Cindy lived passionately for creativity, gardening, her self-owned business and her grandchildren. She single handedly carried on a family tradition of woodworking, painting, and crafts when she rebranded a legacy into “The Old Homestead Gift Shop”. Cindy worked diligently with her dear friend Lisa Boxler and husband Mark up until her final weeks here trying to prepare a quaint substitute for Apple-Umpkin and the Letchworth State Park Craft Show. Cindy’s family and friends will mourn for her and the love they all shared for her.

Cindy is survived by: her husband Mark Fugle. Her children, son: Jeremy Perry (Lisa Peterson) and daughter: Catherine Perry (Jeffery Bloomer). Her parents, Robert and Brenda Walsh of Varysburg. Her siblings: Robin Walsh and Patrick Walsh (Jocelyn Berg). Cindy also leaves behind two wonderful grandchildren that she loved beyond words and often spoiled: Ryan Perry of Attica and Zaiden Bloomer of Perry.

She will live on in all of the hearts and memories of those she has touched, and shared her kindness and craft with over the years. We all Love You Cindy. 

A Christian Celebration of Life will be held at a later date at Sts. Joachim & Anne Church in Varysburg, NY followed by festivities in her remembrance at a later date next Spring. Please contact the family closer to that time if you are interested in participating with us in the services for Cindy. It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to this very special soul, she will be greatly missed.

If you choose to do so, please send flowers to The Old Homestead Craft Shop 2503 Main Street Varysburg, NY 14167. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to pay homage in her name to the American Cancer Society www.cancer.org or Sts. Joachim & Anne church 50 East Ave. Attica, NY 14011. For more information please call 585-591-1212, or to leave a message of condolence, please visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC, 135 Main St., Attica, New York 14011.

Mr. Hoy is a United States Army Veteran and served in Germany from 1954 to 1956. He worked at Trico Products in Buffalo for 20 years and the Town of Bennington Highway Department for 10 years.

James was a life member of the Bennington Volunteer Fire Company, president of the fire company for 12 years through the 1980’s. He was instrumental in getting ambulance service established through the Fire Company.

His hobbies included restoring old cars, cutting wood at the cabin and having a cold beer with friends. His greatest joy was his family, especially his grandchildren.

Mr. Hoy is survived by his loving wife of 56 years Sharon (Haller) Hoy; children Julie (John) Perry, James (Cody) Hoy Jr., Jay (Patricia) Hoy; grandchildren John Henry (Kirsten) Perry; Casey Hoy; Hudson Hoy; Fenton Hoy; sisters Judy Dubois, Annette Miller and Karen Balduf; along with many nieces and nephews.  

There will be no prior calling hours, a Celebration of Life will be determined for a later date due to COVID-19 restrictions. He will be laid to rest in Fairview Cemetery, Bennington.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bennington Volunteer Fire Company, 1315 Clinton St. Rd. Attica, NY 14011; Gateway Home, 91 Main Street, Attica, NY 14011 or to Crossroads House, 11 Liberty St., Batavia, NY 14020. For more information please call 585-591-1212, or to leave a message of condolence, please visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC, 135 Main St., Attica, New York 14011.

Nancy was a graduate of the University at Buffalo. She worked for many years as a Medical Secretary for two different Surgeons at the VA Hospital in Batavia. Nancy was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, she belonged to the Attica Golf Club and loved to bake, cook and raised African Violets in the house. She enjoyed Art, painting and quilting.

She is survived by her husband; Brent Michaels of Batavia; children Amy (Jon) Hathaway of Attica, Chris Michaels of Arcadia and John Michaels of Batavia; Four grandsons Christopher Berardini, Colin (Morgan) Berardini, Alexander (Katherine) Berardini and Tyler Michaels; a Granddaughter Vaida Almeter; a great-grandson Aiden Berardini.

There will be no prior calling hours. Services will be held privately for the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society for breast cancer research www.cancer.org. 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.

East Pembroke - Norman Dusen, 80 of East Pembroke, passed away on Wednesday, (October 7, 2020) at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.

Mr. Dusen was born January 6, 1940 in Batavia, a son of the late Lloyd and Lois (Scoins) Dusen.

Mr. Dusen was a member of the Oakfield United Methodist Church.  He was a lifetime member of the East Pembroke Fire Department, Oakfield Rod & Gun Club, and Godfrey's Pond.  He was a member of the Genesee Society of Model Engineers in Oakfield.  He is a former member of Pioneer Youth Athletics where he was a Football Commissioner and Softball Coach, he is a former Boy Scout Leader in South Byron and East Pembroke.

The Dusen family would like to extend their gratitude to the nurses and staff of UMMC's 2nd Floor, the ICU, and Wound Clinic.

Norman is the husband of Marilyn (Jackett) Dusen.

Surviving along with his wife are his children, Lynda Dusen of Stafford and Timothy Dusen of East Pembroke; his sister, Elaine (Tony) Barniak of Batavia; a sister-in-law, Shirley Jackett of Hornell.  Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Preceded in death by brothers-in-law, Gary and Kenneth Jackett.

Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, October 17, 2020  from 10:00 am  to 12:00 pm  at Oakfield United Methodist Church, 2 South Main Street in Oakfield where Norman's Funeral Service will immediately follow at 12:00 pm. Burial will be in Maple Lawn Cemetery in Elba.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to East Pembroke Fire Department, Oakfield United Methodist Church, or PHS Pink Game.

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, the church will be restricted to 33% occupancy.  Face coverings and social distancing will be required.  We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home in Oakfield. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.burdettandsanford.com.

Arlene  M.  Demarest, 86, of Batavia, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2020 at United Memorial Medical Center.

Arlene was born January 16, 1934 in North Java, a daughter of the late LeeRoy and Ethel (Whitcomb) Duckworth.

Arlene enjoyed being outside, gardening and flowers.

Surviving are her daughter, Karen (John) Gallo of Batavia; grandchildren, Amy (Charles) Hathaway of Churchville and Jason (Amanda) Gallo of LeRoy; great-grandchildren, Miranda, Makenna and John "Jack"; a sister, Carol (Frank) Aquino of Elba; sisters-in-law, Ruth Duckworth of Oregon and Betty Duckworth of Batavia; a brother-in-law, Bill Snyder of Rochester and several nieces and nephews.

Arlene is the wife of the late Robert Demarest and sister of the late Clara Snyder, Cleta Davis, Oma Reddick, Ida Duckworth, Harold Duckworth, Willard Duckworth, Paul Duckworth, Carl Duckworth, Howard Duckworth, Raymond Duckworth, Irene Duckworth and Ida Duckworth.

There will be no prior calling hours.  Arlene 's Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday at Grandview Cemetery, Clinton Street Road, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lupus Foundation of America, NE Regional Office, 2121 K Street NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20037, https://www.lupus.org/northeast/home-ne.  

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

Arrangements for Arlene were entrusted to the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, Batavia, (585) 343-5673.

Mr. Fargo was born September 12, 1952 in Batavia,  a son of Mary (Grace) Fargo of Pembroke and the late Warren Fargo.

James served his country honorably with the Air Force and enjoyed building models and collecting sports memorabilia.  He was an avid bowler, Buffalo Bills and Sabres fan.  Mr. Fargo and his wife, Amy also enjoyed traveling.  

He is the husband of Amy (Wolfe) Buck Fargo of Batavia.

Surviving along with his wife and mother are his children, Jason (Jennifer) Buck and Janice (Christopher) Hare both of Batavia; grandchildren, Amanda (Ifran) Figueroa of Virginia, Christopher (Paige) Hare of North Carolina, Matthew Hare, Brandon Buck, Camryn Buck, and Liam Hare all of Batavia; a great-grandson, Mateo Figueroa; a brother-in-law, Bob Clement of Stafford.  Several nieces also survive.

Preceded in death by his sister, Karen Clement.

Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, October 14, 2020  from 4:00 pm  to 7:00 pm  at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 E. Main St. in Batavia.  James' Funeral Service will be held privately for his family.  Burial will be in the future Western New York Veteran's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516.

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, the funeral home will be restricted to 33% occupancy.  Face coverings and social distancing will be required.  We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

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

Wendell began his Christian journey as a small child at East Bethany Presbyterian Church in East Bethany N.Y., He met the Love of his life at a young age, his wife Melinda Bryan, and this union was blessed with three boys and one daughter. 

While attending Pavilion Central School. He was a Master Wrestler and loved music. Wendell played the organ, keyboard, drums and guitar. He graduated from Madison High School in Rochester, N.Y. While he lived in Jamaica, W.I. as a young child and went to school there, that's where he picked up his wrestling skills and mischievousness. So back he came with his brother Everett and he never got on a plane again. He was a hard worker and could fix and build anything. 

He leaves to mourn his passing his wife; Melinda Bryan; three Beloved sons Mr. Andre' Bryan, Mr. Julian Bryan, Mr. Devin Bryan; One daughter Celina Bryan; grandchildren; Tezni Bryan, Julionna Bryan, Sophia Bryan; Great grandchildren,  Dre’dyn and Zariella; Two sisters; Leonie Bryan Beecher, Michelle (Candy) Bryan Wattley (Kenneth) and step-sister Vivienne Myers and a host of other relatives and friends. 

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday October 13, 2020 from 11:00AM-12:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 12:00PM Funeral Service will follow the visitation at the Funeral Home. Wendell will be laid to rest in East Bethany Cemetery.

Please note the Funeral Home will be operating at 33% capacity per state guidelines. New York State requires those in attendance to adhere to the social distancing guidelines and face coverings are mandatory. Thank you for your cooperation.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Genesee Cancer Assistance 127 North St. in Batavia. 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.

She was born April 22nd, 1926 in Batavia NY, a daughter of the late Edgar and Oloween Burbee Domm.

Janice began her working career as a telephone switchboard operator and quickly moved up to the position of supervisor. More recently she was well-known for her 20 years of volunteer work at My Sister's Closet which was part of the YWCA, overseeing the jewelry display and donations. She received recognition from President George W. Bush for her many years of selfless volunteer work. She always enjoyed shopping for antiques and spent many years attending auctions.  She was a devoted mother and wife, a talented seamstress and loved to cook and bake pies and other treats for her family and friends. In later years she became known as "the crossword queen" as she was a whiz at solving crossword puzzles. She enjoyed many meals at Settlers and Sport of Kings, local diners where everyone knew her and she would browse the newspapers for the puzzles.

She was predeceased by her husband, Theodore Kalicki, son Eric Kalicki, daughter Laurie  Kalicki, siblings Jack Domm from Houston Texas, Joyce Motz of Batavia New York, and Joanne Gerhardt of Auburndale Florida.

Survivors include her daughters Candace Bullock and Beth Gregory, both of Colorado, grandson Christopher Bullock and several nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior visitation and services will be private for the convenience of the family and friends with burial at Grandview Cemetery.

Expressions of condolence may 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.

Survived by a sister, Margaret in the UK, and children Thomas (Felicia), Albert, Louis, Mary Lou (Darryl), Ellen, Margaret, and Peter (Kathleen). Survived also by 17 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.  

Her life was devoted to her family and her Roman Catholic faith as well as her native English heritage. She was an active member of the St. Joseph’s Church choir for many many years as well as the Catholic Daughters. Mary was also a loyal and longtime employee of Combs, Forsyth, and Phillips Veterinarians.

Due to COVID 19 and the mandated regulations, Mary's Mass of Christian Burial will be held privately by her immediate family at Resurrection Parish, St. Joseph's Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Joseph Elementary School, 2 Summit Street, Batavia, NY 14020, Notre Dame High School, 73 Union Street, Batavia, NY 14020 or the New York State Veterans Home, 220 Richmond Avenue, Batavia, NY 14020.

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

Arrangements for Mary were entrusted to the Bohm-Calaro-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia, (585) 343-5673.

Rocco Antonino Falleti passed away peacefully on Sunday October 4, 2020 at the age of 85 years. He was born on August 4, 1935 in Taurianova province of Reggio Calabria, Italy to the late Antonino and Maria Falleti. In addition to his parents he is predeceased by his brothers, Vincenzo, Francesco, and Aldo Falleti.

Rocco completed his service in the Italian Army as a master mechanic in the tank division. He brought his talent and quest for the American dream to Batavia, NY in October of 1959. He was married on February 6, 1960 to Betty Falleti his surviving wife of 60 years. Rocco had a tenacious drive to succeed. Along with his new bride and three jobs he worked tirelessly to make America his home.

Rocco took tremendous pride in his children and grandchildren. He created long lasting friendships and always strived to maintain and instill his Italian heritage of family and gatherings to celebrate life.

Rocco is survived by his wife of 60 years, Betty Falleti, his children, Anthony (Pamela) Falleti, Mary (Cory) Brown, Frank Falleti, and Vincenzo (Michelle) Falleti. Grandchildren, Arieal Cook, Aubrey Wolfe, Anthony Falleti, Kayla and Colby Brown, Gino, Francesco, and Mirabella Falleti, Gianna and Sofia Falleti. brothers, Domenico (Julia) Falleti of Batavia, New York, Pasqualino (Anna) Falleti of Varapodio, Italy, Girolamo Falleti of Naples, Florida, and sister Lena (Rocco) D’Eugenio of Rome, Italy and many nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be on Friday October 9, 2020 from 3:00 -7:00 p.m. at Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home on 308 East Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A private Catholic Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday October 10, 2020 at Resurrection Roman Catholic Parish, 303 East Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to The Wilmot Cancer GI Research Center at 601 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, NY 14642 (585) 275-5830. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Rocco's Memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Due to the ongoing pandemic, funeral home occupancy is limited to 33%. Facial coverings and social distancing are both appreciated.

She was born March 1, 1965 in Hawaii, the youngest daughter of James Hemmer and Mary (Mastin).

Christine had a great love for her two daughters and her beloved dogs, Samson, Delilah, and Miley. She was an avid animal lover that believed in helping any animal she came across. She also had a passion for gardening and loved flowers and decorating her new home.

Christine is survived by her loving daughters, Megan Hemmer and Lauren Stansberry who thought of their mother as their best friend; her parents James (Margaret) Hemmer and Mary (Bob) Newland; her sister Laurie (Gary) Cohen: along with her nieces and nephews; Olivia, Zachary, Justin, Alesha, Corey and her great niece; Autumn.

Christine was preceded in death by her older brother, James, in 2014.

While Christine’s family grieve her loss immensely, they are choosing to remember Christine in a way that honors her spirit.

Family and Friends are invited to call on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Calvary Baptist Church, 3515 Galloway Road in Batavia, where Christine's Funeral Service will be held on Friday at 11 a.m.  Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Batavia.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Volunteers for Animals at www.vol4animals.org.

Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.  Arrangements were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 E. Main St. in Batavia.

Mike was born March 6, 1952 in Batavia, a son of the late Harold Ball and Mary (Munger) Ball.

Mike loved woodworking, NASCAR, coaching football and baseball, his dogs and watching his grandchildren play sports.  He was a quality control supervisor at Chapin in Batavia.

Surviving are his wife, Lila (Patrick) Ball; sons, Jason (Rebecca Hodgins Ball) Ball of Batavia and Chris "Beaner" Ball of Batavia; grandchildren, Kylan Ball, Nolan Ball, Adalyn Ball and Braelyn Ball; a brother, Ronny Ball of Pembroke; sisters, Carol (Joe) Grasso of Batavia, Connie (Joe) Faruch of Rochester and Sherry (Jeff) Walsh of Alexander and nieces and nephews.

Mike is a brother of the late Edward Ball.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  

Memorials may be made to the Ball family.  

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

Arrangements for Mike were entrusted to the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, Batavia, (585) 343-5673.