Obituaries

Madaline C. Cleveland, 78 died peacefully on June 9, 2024 at UMMC Hospital in Batavia. She was born June 14, 1945, in Batavia, NY, the daughter of Howard Cleveland and Velma (Waite) Cleveland. 

Madaline enjoyed attending day programs at Genesee ARC. She also enjoyed/loved her extended families at her ARC home, and Family Care Home’s at Sisson’s and Rita Dahl’s. Maddie enjoyed watching anything with John Wayne. She was a very huge bills fan, and she loved watching them every football season. She was a very soft and kindhearted person to everyone that crossed paths with her.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Theodore Cleveland, and Ruby, her favorite cat. She is survived by her brother, Ronald Cleveland of Florida; nephew, Kenneth Howard Cleveland of Florida; Aunt Dorothy Kelly of LeRoy; and many cousins.

A service of remembrance will be held 10 A.M. on Monday, June 17, 2024 at the Cameron Brady and Steuber Funeral Home, 111 Wolcott Street, LeRoy. Interment will be at Machpelah Cemetery in LeRoy. Those who wish to remember Madaline in a special way may make a donation in her memory to
Volunteers For Animals of Batavia, 3841 West Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020.

Constance Fragnito, 76, of North Chili, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home on Monday June 10, 2024. She was born on April 16, 1948 in Newport News Virginia to the late Helen Coe. In addition to her mother, she is predeceased by her beloved husband; Joseph G. Fragnito; sister Peggy Monachino and brother Robert Cumbo. 

Connie will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend to many and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. 

She is survived by her daughter; Erica Fragnito of Gates; sister in law Allison Cumbo of GA., nephews Steven (Jaime Len) Cumbo and Sam (Lori) Monachino; great nieces and nephews Jessica, Chris, Ben, Mike, Chase and Briggs. 

There will be no prior calling hours. A 9:30AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday June 17, 2024 at St. Theodore’s Church 168 Spencerport Rd. Rochester, NY 14606. Connie will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum in Batavia. 

Connie’s family would like to extend their gratitude to Dr. Jason Lyons and Dr. Brian Heppard, along with RRH Hospice for the compassionate care they showed for mom.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lollypop Farm www.lollypop.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.

Dolores M. Tydelski, 93 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Monday (June 10, 2024) at United Memorial Medical Center.

She was born November 6, 1930, a daughter of the late Rudolph and Cecelia Kazmierzak Bay.

She is predeceased by her husband, Anthony Tydelski Jr.; daughter, Patricia Gallo and sisters, Mildred Bialy and Ceil Carr.

Survivors include her sons, Tony (Deborah) Tydelski III of Batavia, James Tydelski of Bergen and Rudy (Nina) Tydelski of Batavia. Grandchildren, Tony (Stephanie) Tydelski IV, Nicholas (Allison) Tydelski, Jimmy (Kelly) Tydelski, Johnny (Michelle) Gallo and Marie (Jean - Pierre) Arevalo. Great-grandchildren, Reina, Phoenix, and Oliver.

Dolores graduated from St. Marys Business School in Buffalo. After her children were grown she decided to follow her passion of caring for people. She worked at Genesee County Nursing Home for many years and finished her career at the VA Medical Center in Batavia, taking care of our service men and women. After retiring she spent her golden years spoiling her grandchildren and enjoying the company of family. Dolores loved to travel to her hometown of Cheektowaga and visit relatives and attend the Polish Festival each year at the town park. She loved all kinds of music from Tony Bennett to The Rolling Stones and especially enjoyed going to see our local boys The Red Creek band. But her favorite past time was going to the Casinos and playing the slots. Dolores truly had a zest for life.....and like the song goes She did it her way.... 

Family and friends are cordially invited to share in a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday (June 14^th), 11:30am at Resurrection Parish, 303 East Main St., Batavia. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.

Expressions of sympathy 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.

Nan E. Nesbitt, 97, of Stafford, passed away on June 10, 2024 at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home

Nan was born June 24, 1926 in Grand Island, the daughter of the late Howard and Myrtle (Rogers) Killian.

Nan graduated from Sidway School in 1940 and Kibler High School in 1944.  She was active in Cub Scouts and earned a Silver Fawn, which is the highest award for women in Cub Scouts.  She bowled in 7 different leagues and 23 national tournaments, was a 600 Club Member and a member of the Hall of Fame.  She spent many hours volunteering at the Genesee County Nursing Home, Batavia Senior Center and the snack shop at Genesee Memorial Hospital.  Nan was a member of the Morganville United Church of Christ.  She worked at Kozak Auto Dry Wash and Hodgins Printing, retiring in 1989.  She and her late husband, Harold, traveled to 49 states, Australia, New Zeland and Hawaii.

Surviving are her son, Thomas (Melanie) Nesbitt of Byron; a grandson, Connor Nesbitt of Enosburg, VT and nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by her husband, Harold Nesbitt; son, David Nesbitt and a brother, Howard Killian.

Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, June 28 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Morganville United Church of Christ, 8466 Morganville Road, Stafford, where Nan's Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. also on Friday.  At the conclusion of her Memorial Service a reception will be held at the church hall. The burial service for Nan and her late son, David will be held on Friday, June 28 at 3:00 p.m. at Grandview Cemetery in Batavia.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Morganville United Church of Christ, 8466 Morganville Road, Stafford, NY 14143 or the Genesee County Animal Shelter, 3841 West Main Street Road, Batavia, NY 14020.  

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

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

Pamela Jeane Wright, 57 years old of Corinth, died May 31, 2024. She was born on August 20, 1966, to Howard and Janet Savoy in Batavia, NY.

Pam graduated high school in LeRoy, NY. She married Mark Wright on June 24, 1995. She had a stepdaughter, Rebecca; and four sons, Tristan, Kacey, Ian, and Ty. She helped out at the local schools for a number of years and was a wonderful mother. She enjoyed road trips, and visiting her family in New York.

Pamela is survived by her husband, Mark; five children, Rebecca, Tristan, Kacey, Ian, and Ty; her four granddaughters, Elinor, Vivienne, Katheryn, and Dorothy; and siblings, Sue, Howard, and Gladys. She was preceded in death by her mother, Janet; father, Howard; and stepfather, Jim.

Danene Hennessey, born on November 10, 1970, passed away on Sunday, June 2nd, 2024 in Batavia, NY. She is survived by her loving husband, Bruno Hennessey, her beloved son, Alex Hennessey, and her cherished Aunt, Rahel Sherman.

Danene enjoyed nature, she loved listening to birdsong. Most of all she loved her husband and son dearly, and adored her Aunt Rahel. She was a wonderful and kind woman, and she will be greatly missed.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to the Justice for Children advocacy center, located at 304 E. Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020.

Arrangements for her memorial service will be handled by H.E. Turner & Co., Inc. Thank you for your love and support during this difficult time. Danene will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

To leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

BASOM – Donald R. Parker, 87, of Judge Road Basom, passed away on June 3, 2024 at the  LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.  

He was born April 9, 1937 in Batavia, a son of the late Delos and Leona Siebert Parker.  

Donald enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandsons and great grandchildren.  His life was spent working on the family farm, he was the 6th generation, and collecting John Deere tractors.  

He is predeceased by his wife, Gertrude.  He is survived by his daughter, Debbie (Rob) Greene and grandchildren Benjamin (Katrin) – great grandsons, Skyler and Jaxson, Andrew (MacKenzie) - great granddaughter, Charlotte and great grandson, Carter; his brother, Gerald Parker; sisters, Evelyn Green, Norma Meyer, and Gloria Parker; brother-in-law, Richard George; along with many nieces, nephews and dear friends.  

In addition to his parents and wife, he was predeceased by his sisters-in-law and husband, Jane (Bernard) Buttons, Sandra George, Donna Parker; and  brothers-in-law, Harold Green, Donald Meyer.  

Calling hours are Tuesday, June 11, 6:00-8:00pm at Burdett and Sandford Funeral Home, 11 Maple St, Oakfield.  A Mass of Christian burial will take place on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, 9:30am at St Padre Pio Parish, Elba site. Burial will be in Reed Cemetery, Oakfield.

Thank you for all the kindness, outstanding care, compassion and family love he received from the staff at Leroy Village Green.  He spent almost 10 years residing there while battling Parkinson’s disease.  He always received the best attention and care anyone could hope for.  In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Alabama Fire Department, Judge Road, Oakfield, NY.

Your memories and condolences may be shared with Don’s family at www.burdettandsanford.com.

Michael Stanley Blachowicz, 93, of Alden, passed away at home on Wednesday, May 29, 2024.

Michael was born October 2, 1930, in Buffalo, son of the late Edward and the late Victoria Slominski Blachowicz.

Predeceased by his wife of 67 years: Ruby M Blachowicz (née Kaczmarek), and son Carl Blachowicz (Debra), he is survived by Jilianne (Kenneth) Allen of Salinas CA, Rosalyn Blachowicz of Darien, Michael J (Judy) Blachowicz of Rochester, Eric (Donna) Blachowicz of Batavia, Adam (D’Ann) Blachowicz of Zebulon NC, eight grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.  He is also survived by brothers Leon Blachowicz (Paula) of Sacramento CA, James (Camille) Blachowicz of Evanston IL, and nieces and nephews.

Michael would say his electronics career started in 1937 when a repairman fixed the family radio.  Shortly after graduating high school he opened an electronics repair shop and, within a couple of years, enlisted in the US Navy with duties as a Radio Mechanic – furthering his knowledge of electronics.  After his honorable discharge, he continued his career in electrical engineering at Sylvania Electric where he held positions in engineering, plant management, and engineering management and, after leaving Sylvania, eventually attained the position of Vice President at an electronics company in Alabama before finally retiring.

After retiring, his interest in the nautical was rekindled, where he designed and built a cabin cruiser and, shortly after, moved to North Carolina so he could sail her on the river in his back yard.  Eventually moving back to NY, he reconnected with his fellow servicemen at the Howard W. Gilmore Association, where he held the position of Secretary for three years.

Besides nautical and electronics, he enjoyed woodworking as well as playing music.  He loved family gatherings and hearing what everyone was up to.  He was a loving husband, father, and brother, and will be missed by all.

There are no calling hours.  Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.  He will be laid to rest in St. Joseph's Cemetery.  Memorials can be made in Michael’s memory to the USS Howard W. Gilmore Memorial Association.  To leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle in Mike’s name, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

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

Sharon Marie Franclemont (née Merz), born on August 17, 1949, in Buffalo, NY, passed away peacefully at her home on June 3, 2024. Sharon lived a life full of love, service, and adventure.

Sharon married the love of her life, Richard D. Franclemont, on October 19, 1968. Together, they built a beautiful family and shared over five decades of cherished memories. She was the beloved daughter of Paul Merz and Shirley Yox, and stepdaughter of Therese Trottier. Sharon was a devoted sister to Deborah (Grahn) and Pamela (Blood), and she is now reunited in heaven with her predeceased brother, Steven.

A nurturing mother, Sharon is survived by her son Richard P. (Jill) and her daughter Renee. She is also reunited with her predeceased daughter, Amy Jane. Her legacy lives on through her grandchildren: Austin, Dakota, Alynn, Aidan, Montana, Sawyer, and Adeline, who brought her immense joy and pride.

Sharon's passion for helping others was evident in her dedicated service to the Corfu Fire Department for many years. She extended her care and compassion into her professional life as a nurse and later as an educator, teaching future nurses at BOCES. Her impact on the community and the lives she touched through her work will be long remembered.

An avid traveler, Sharon loved exploring the country in her RV with her husband Rick and their beloved dogs, Zoe and Zeke. These adventures brought her happiness and countless stories to share.

In honor of Sharon's life, the family invites friends and loved ones to a Celebration of Life on Saturday, June 15th, at 2 PM in her daughter’s backyard at 9093 Alleghany Rd. There will be food, beverages, and plenty of opportunities to share stories, laughs, and especially hugs. All who knew Sharon are welcome to join in remembering her remarkable life.

Sharon’s spirit of generosity, love, and warmth will be deeply missed, but her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Betty A. Weatherbee, 97, of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday (June 5, 2024) at the New York State Veterans Home in Batavia, NY.

She was born December 15, 1926, in Darien Center, NY, a daughter of the late Merton Asa Peck and Anna Van Buren Peck.

Betty was very proud to be the very first night supervisor of the Pembroke Thruway Restaurant when it opened in 1956.

She is survived by her daughters, Beverly Morgan and Sue (Fred) Wolfe, a son-in-law, Edward Moore, 6 grandchildren: Lisa, Bryan, Jason, Buffy, Erik and Scott, and ten great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband, Floyd “Spike” Weatherbee, her sister Irma Hamilton and her daughter, Cindy Moore.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Monday (June 10^th) from 11am-1pm at the J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia, where a funeral service will commence at 1pm. Burial will follow in Evergreen Hill Cemetery, Corfu, NY.

Expressions of sympathy 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.

Stacy R Bechtold, 45, formerly of Batavia, NY unexpectedly passed away  June 3rd in Cape Coral, Fl. Stacy was born in Batavia New York in 1978 to her parents Ronald and Sandra Bartz. She graduated from Elba Central School. Stacy worked many years as a CNA in which she lovingly cared for her patients. She was a loving mother who enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Stacy will be remembered as a genuine person full of life, laughter, and compassion for others who loved her children more than anything. Stacy was survived by her long time partner John McIntyre, daughters Adrienne, Gabrielle, and Mackenzie Bechtold. Her parents Sandra and Ronald Bartz, sister Tonya (Jeremy) Frank, and two nieces Mia and Tess Frank. Family will have a private celebration of life in the near future to honor her. Please visithttps://www.fullermetz.com/tributes/Stacy-Bechtold to share a condolence or memory.

Elizabeth "Betty" Van Nest, 82, passed away on June 3, 2024 after a long battle with myasthenia gravis.

Betty was born in Trenton, New Jersey on November 19, 1942 to Nicholas and Elizabeth Stilwell.  She was married to her late husband, George, on June 27, 1964 and enjoyed a fifty-six year marriage until his passing in 2021.

Betty taught elementary school in Batavia, New York for twenty-six years.  As a long-term member of St. Paul Lutheran Church she also taught Sunday school for many years.  

She was very active in the community, serving in various roles at St. Paul Lutheran Church, and was a member of Lutheran Women's Missionary League and on the Board of Directors of the American Red Cross. Betty also served as Budget Ambassador for Batavia City Schools and was part of the Genesee County Retired Teachers' Association.  

Betty loved visiting the ocean along the Jersey Shore at Long Beach Island with family.  She also enjoyed camping in the 1000 Islands and Letchworth each year with family and friends.  She attended many of her grandchildrens' soccer, track, cross country and hockey events.  

Betty is survived by her brother Nicholas Stillwell of Trenton, New Jersey; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Janet and Kenneth Van Nest of Robbinsville, New Jersey.   Her surviving children, and grandchildren are Betsey (Chris, Alison and Laura) and George (Veronica, Jordan and Tyler).  She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews in the Stilwell and Van Nest families.

She is predeceased by her sister Nancy Breyer.

Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 pm on Friday, June 7 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 31 Washington Avenue, Batavia NY.  Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Saturday June 8 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church or St. Paul  School.  To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in her memory please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home of Batavia.

Herbert W. Ridd, 95, of Bergen, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at his home.

Herbert was born February 20, 1929 in Batavia, a son of the late William and Florence (Wilcox) Ridd.

Herbert served in the Army in Germany during the Korean War. He has been a proud member of the Botts-Florito American legion Post 576 for 71 years. For many years Herbert worked at Gates Albert in Chili, New York where he was a machinist. Herb loved horse races, playing quick draw and having a cold beer while watching NASCAR and football.

Surviving are his loving daughter, Robin (Randy) Mitchell and son, Roger Ridd, both of Bergen; grandchildren, Jessica Quaintance, Kyle (Lauren) Mitchell, Jodi (Joey) Mitchell, Ian (Grace) Ridd, Bryana (Zack) Tomporowski and Randy Lynn (Dominic) Ridd; great grandchildren, Jaidyn, Jordyn and Jaxyn Quaintance, Tyler, Carter, Alexis and Dominic Shanley, Jayce Tomporowski and Mason Ball; sisters, Elaine (Don) McPherson of California and Ellen (Daryl) Heiby of Perry; sister-in-laws, Nancy Beedham and Joan Ridd; special caregiver, Pam Parton; many nieces and nephews also survive.

In death Herbert is reunited with his parents; loving wife, Josephine; brother, Pete Ridd; son, Randy L. Ridd and grandson-in-law, Joshua Quaintance.

A celebration of life will be held Saturday, June 22, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Sage Pavilion, 62 South Lake Ave., Bergen.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Herbert's memory to the Bergen Fire Department, 10 Hunter St. P.O. Box 428 Bergen, New York 14416.

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

Charles Blake of Batavia, NY, passed away on May 20, 2024 in Rochester, NY from a massive stroke.

Charles was born in Girdletree, Maryland to Daymon and Mable on September 24, 1959. He was a 1977 graduate of Snow Hill High School in which he was a star athlete. Charles entered the military soon thereafter and served in the United States Marine Corps where he was awarded The Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal and rifle expert badge.  After his honorable discharge, Charles owned and operated a long distance trucking company for several years. An avid historian, Charles enjoyed sports of all kinds, great music, vehicles, and grilling with a cold drink in hand.

His parents, Daymon E. Blake, Sr. and Mable Johnson precede him in death along with his siblings: Barbara Williamson, Patsy Blake, Shirley Borden, Daymon Blake, Jr., Benjamin Blake, Donald Blake, and George Schoolfield, Jr.

Charles is survived by his loving partner and caretaker Yvonne Wolcott, sons Carlos (Carmen) Williams, Bryant Williams, and Lakeisha (Jonathan Smalls, Jr.) Davis; siblings Ruth A. Copes, Francis Schoolfield; five grandchildren Chloe, Chase, Carlie, Kaidence and Ariannah and a host of nieces, nephews and cherished friends.

The family of Charles wishes to extend our most heartfelt gratitude to The Department of Veteran Affairs and the skilled care team of Strong Memorial Hospital.

Visitation will be held Friday, June 7, 2024 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at H.E. Turner & Co., Inc. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020.

Burial will take place Friday, June 14, 2024 at the Eastern Shore Veterans Cemetery in Hurlock, Maryland.

To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in his memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Pavilion ~ David E. O'Neill, age 83, passed away on June 2, 2024 at WCCH surrounded by his loving family.

     He was born March 13, 1941 in Batavia, a son of the late Edmund and Rose King O’Neill.  

   David will be remembered for his love of family and being a hard worker.  He was an electrician and member of IBEW, Local 86 in Rochester for 63 years.  He enjoyed spending time with his family, riding his motorcycle, hunting and fishing.

     He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of almost 59 years, Donna Vaughn O’Neill; his children, Dawn O’Neill of York, NY, Leonard (Linda) O’Neill of Wyoming, NY, Scott O’Neill of East Bethany, NY and Shelley (Ronald) Thompson of Bethany, NY; grandchildren, Teresa O’Neill, Codey (Ashli) O’Neill, Joey (Maddie) O’Neill, Josh (Lindsay) O’Neill, Connor Thompson and Kristen Thompson; great-grandchildren, Tyler, Patrick and Henry O’Neill; sister, Donna (Wally) Vail of OR, along with several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

     He was predeceased by his sister, Grace (William) Hyback; brother, Edmund (Patricia) O’Neill and brother-in-law, Harold Vaughn.

     Family and friends may call on Sunday, June 9 from 1 ~ 4 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake St. Rd., LeRoy, where a Service of Remembrance will be held at 4:00 PM.  Everyone is invited to a Celebration of David’s Life to be held at 5:00 PM at the LeRoy American Legion, 53 W. Main St., LeRoy.

     Burial will be private at the Pavilion Cemetery.

     Memorials are suggested to either the Pavilion Fire Dept., P. O. Box 156, Pavilion, NY 14525 or to the Pavilion Cemetery, P. O. Box 11, Pavilion, N.Y. 14525

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