Obituaries

Elba - Gary D. Boldt, 59 of Elba, passed away on Friday, (May 24, 2024) at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester surrounded by his loving family.

Gary was born January 23, 1965 in Batavia, a son of Eugene Boldt of Elba and the late Eleanor (Kowalik) Boldt.

Gary spent most of his childhood on their family farm. He was a life member and past assistant chief of the Elba Volunteer Fire Department. He started his career at L & L Transmission and spent many years working for the Elba Highway Department before retiring. After retirement, Gary went back to work for Professional Drainage Systems in Elba. Gary loved spending time hunting with his children and working on vehicles in his garage. His children were his pride and joy. He also had a special spot in his heart for his dog Nala and grand dog Fia.

Along with his father, Gary is survived by his wife, Diane (Ayers) Boldt of Elba; daughter, Nicole (Vito Muoio) Boldt of Byron; son, Zachary Boldt of Elba; brothers, Dennis (Linda) Boldt of Medina, and Douglas Boldt of Batavia; sister, Diane (James) Snyder of Elba. Several nieces, nephews, cousins, and loving friends also survive.

Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, (May 31, 2024) from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street in Batavia. A Fireman's Memorial service will be held on Friday at 7:30 pm. Gary 's Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday at the funeral home.  Burial will be in Maple Lawn Cemetery in Elba.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mercy Flight EMS (www.mercyflight.org) or LeRoy Ambulance (www.leroyems.org).  Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Waterport - Robert E. VerCruysse, 75, beloved husband of Veda VerCruysse, passed away after a short illness with family by his side on May 22, 2024.

Bob was a Jack of All Trades, dedicating time to GE, Vistakon, Mayer Brothers, and finally Krehers Farm. He could fix anything, thus giving him the name "Bob the Builder" from his grandchildren.

He enjoyed hunting and motorcycles, but most of all, he enjoyed the time spent with his children and grandchildren.

Bob was born March 27, 1949, in Medina, New York, to Marilyn (Williams) Smith. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Veda; three children, Tracy (Mike) VerCruysse, Robin (Josh) Jurs, and Robert M. (Angela) VerCruysse; his brother, Louis VerCruysse; sisters, Ruth Leno and Florence Shafer; and his in-laws, Ann London, Jerry and Monica London, and Wende London. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Tyler (Alishia) VerCruysse, Spencer (Ashley) Perry, Damien (Bronson) Perry, Mitchell (Allie) Perry, Dalton (Erika) VerCruysse, Quinton (Michelle) VerCruysse, Joshua Wells, Abigale (Matthew) Wells, Elizabeth (John) Jurs, Savanna Wells, Dominic VerCruysse, Payten (Kiarra) VerCruysse, and Brody VerCruysse; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends.

Bob was predeceased by his mother, Marilyn (Williams) Smith; sister, Sheila (Victor Haynes; in-laws, Charles and Ellen London, Charles J. London, and Sydney Richard London.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Batavia office of HomeCare & Hospice,  29 Liberty St. Suite 6 Batavia, NY 14020
Arrangements were entrusted to H.E. Turner & Co. in Batavia. As requested by Bob, there will be no viewing. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

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

Attica - Harold A. Meisner, age 83 of Attica, passed away Monday (May 20, 2024) in the comfort of his home.

Harold was born October 6, 1940 in Attica, a son of the late Alton and Bernice (Wendler) Meisner. In addition to his parents, Harry is predeceased by a brother, William Meisner, brother-in-law, Paul Wood; and sister-in-law, Linda Clark.

Harry is survived by his wife of 45 years, Sharon (Strong) Meisner; children, Brad (Amy) Meisner, Kristy Bowen, Lorie Wawrzyniak, Patty (Steve) Charles and Jimmy Barrett; all of Attica; grandchildren, Kelsey, Kara, Sophia, Amanda, Nick, Katelynn, Sidney, Alex, Dominic and Chelsey; siblings, Margaret Meisner, Joan Wood, Janet (Bernard) Meinweiser; and sister-in-law, Frances Meisner.

Harry proudly served in the U.S. Air Force from 1961, until his honorable discharge in 1967. During his service he served two tours in Vietnam, and he had the honor of being a Specialized Mechanic on Air Force One during both John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson’s presidential terms, stationed out of Pensacola, Florida.

Harry was very proud of the business he brought to the Attica community, Meisner’s Deli. The Deli opened in the 60s, where he spent countless hours working, until his retirement in 2016. In addition to Meisner’s Deli he also spent many years behind the wheel of a truck, from his own trucking business hauling steel around the Northeast United States, to working many years at Carney & Fugle, Corcoran Custom Services, and the Town of Attica.

Harry enjoyed spending time with family and friends, fishing, working at the pizzeria, taking rides on his tractor, farming and watching traffic. Harry will be deeply missed by many.

Family and friends are invited to call on Friday (May 24, 2024) from 3 to 6:00 p.m. at Marley Funeral Home, 135 Main Street in Attica, where Harry's funeral service will immediately follow visitation at 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bill Hockey will officiate. Harry will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery in Attica. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Attica Fire Department, 11 Water Street, Attica, New York 14011. Online condolences may be made at www.marleyfuneralhome.com.

Linda C. Cowham, age 70, passed away on April 30, 2024 at the Villages of Orleans in Albion where she resided. 

She was born on December 30, 1953 and grew up in Bergen where she went to school. She was an avid reader, gardener and cook for the majority of her life. She also enjoyed drawing architectural plans as a hobby of her dream homes. Linda worked for many years in food service at the Cupola Nursing Home in Brockport, followed by some jobs in advertising. Linda was a Jehovah’s Witness, living her life based on bible principals and the hope and promise of scripture. 

She is predeceased by her father; Richard Cowham and brother, Steven Cowham. 

Linda is survived by her mother; Lillian Cowham; sisters Cathleen (Walter) Crooks and Donna Verhagen, along with several nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins. 

Per Linda’s wishes, there will be no Services. 

The family would like to express gratitude to her best friend, Donna Culbert and those who visited her and came to Bible study with her. 

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.

Eunice Lew, 94, formerly of Byron, died on May 19, 2024 in Leroy. 

A lifetime resident of Genesee County, she was born on March 12, 1930 in Batavia, NY, the only child of Ruth (Branton) Bennett and Ward S. Bennett. Mrs. Lew enjoyed dogs, books and restaurants. She traveled throughout the USA, Canada and Europe. 

Mrs. Lew was a retired Registered Nurse having practiced 20 years at St. Jerome Hospital and 20 years at the VA Medical Center in Batavia. She was a life member of the First Presbyterian Church in Batavia, The Gillam Grant Community Center, the Byron Historical Society, Volunteers for Animals and the YMCA. 

Mrs. Lew was a past member of the Town of Batavia Fireman Auxiliary, Shakespeare Club, Tonawanda Touring Club, Women of the Moose, Great Books Club, the Seven Springs Country Club, Tonawanda Valley Kennel Club and the Batavia Society of Artists. She graduated from Corfu High School and the St. Jerome School of Nursing. She attended Canisus College and Genesee Community College. 

She is predeceased by her husbands; Roger Saile, Bernard Sanders and Chester (Lewandoski) Lew. She and Chet shared fifty wonderful years together. 

Surviving is one son; Eric (Janet) Saile of Batavia; a half sister Mary Bennett (Randy) Luplow of TX; three grandchildren Jason (Erin) Saile, Ellen (Gregg) Traver and Sarah (Curt) Saile; great-grandchildren all of Batavia, along with cousins, plus dear friends Laurie, Anita, Frank and Melanie. 

There will be no prior calling hours. An 11:00AM Memorial Service will be held on Friday May 24, 2024 at the First Presbyterian Church 300 East Main St. in Batavia. 

Memorials may be made to Volunteers for Animals PO Box 1621 Batavia, NY 14021 https://www.vol4animals.org/donations. 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.

Batavia - Barbara Roberts, 68 of Batavia passed away on Friday, May 17, 2024 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia, New York.

She was born Sunday, June 12th, 1955 in Batavia, New York a daughter of the late Donald and Mary (Drake) Holmes.

Surviving are her sisters, Margaret Plunkett and Donna Sigl; step-son Darryl (Regina) Roberts; step-daughter Pam Marsceill; niece Erin Ortiz; and nephews Shaun Plunkett and Michael Sigl.

In death Barbara is reunited with her beloved husband, Ronald Roberts; brother-in-laws, Frank Plunkett and Robert Sigl.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of H.E. Turner and Co., Inc. A memorial service will be held in Grandview Cemetery in Batavia, New York at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The American Lung Association- https://www.lung.org/get-involved/ways-to-give, .

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

Sandra (Sandy) Shirlene Ray (nee Ball) passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 18^th, at Premier Genesee Nursing facility surrounded by family.  Sandy was born June 27^th, 1947 and was a lifelong resident of Batavia.

Sandy was preceded in death by her husband Robert (Bob) Ray and a stepdaughter, Sandy Darcy. 

Sandy is survived by her children, Neil (Tracy) Brennan Jr. of Batavia, Gregory (Lisa) Brennan of South Carolina, David (Debbie) Goff of Rochester, Susan (Ben) Vasquez (nee Goff) of Florida, step-daughter Cindy Helker.

Sandy was a loving sister in a large family of her late parents Fred Ball Sr. and Minnie Mildred Ball.

Sandy’s brothers and sisters included the previously deceased Fred Ball Jr., Kerry (Kathy) Ball Sr, Trudy Dawn Ball, Gordon Duane Ball and Vernon Ace (Ellen) Ball.

Sandy is survived by her sister Rita (late Salvatore) Tuttobene of Stafford, NY and Vincent (Nina) Ball of Acworth, GA.

Sandy was especially proud of her grandchildren, Mariah, Paige, Kylee, Matthew, Brittney, Christopher and Marissa and her great grandchildren Kaiden, Kasey, Wesley & River.

“Aunt Sandy” was close to her many nieces and nephews.

Her late husband Bob Ray and Sandy operated the Checkerboard Restaurant for many years on West Main St. in Batavia.

Friends may call on Wednesday from 5 pm to 7 pm at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia where services will immediately follow visitation at 7 pm. Graveside services will be held on Thursday at 3 pm at North Byron Cemetery, Byron. 

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

Barbara Jane (Folger) Greene, 86, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2024.

Barbara was born on April 11, 1938, the daughter of the late Robert and Lois (Hollenbeck) Folger.

After graduating from Batavia High School in 1956, she went on to Vermont College to earn an Associate's Degree. Upon graduation, she went on to be a medical secretary for Dr. Fox, then supervisor at Genesee Memorial Hospital, retiring from Batavia Ophthalmology in 2011.

Barbara enjoyed reading and knitting, but most of all she loved spending time with her family.

Barbara is survived by her two daughters, Betsy (Thomas) Pettinella and Mary Jo (Roger) Hume. She was "Granny" to her six grandchildren, Matthew (Meghan) Chartraw, Philip (Ali) Pettinella, Adam (Mackenzie) Pettinella, Cady (Ohnet) Jaime-Molina, Jenna (Jacob) Hoffman and Abbey Hume, along with ten great-grandchildren and longtime companion David L. Hayward.

There are no prior visiting hours. Friends are invited to graveside services on Friday, May 24, 2024 at 12:30 pm at Grandview Cemetery, Clinton Street, Batavia. In lieu of flowers, donations in Barbara's name may be made to Volunteers for Animals, P.O. Box 1621, Batavia,  New York 14021. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in her memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home of Batavia.

John William Thomas Hendershott (Chicago, Illinois), born in Batavia, New York, passed away on April 28, 2024, at the age of 60, after a lengthy illness.

A graduate of Attica Jr Sr High School, John worked as a Customer Service Technician for Jiffy Lube in several locations. He loved to cook, gardening, and was an avid crossword puzzler. He never met a cat he didn't want to take home for his own. 

He now rests with parents Duane and Jackie Hendershott, sister Jeanne Saracini, Aunt Sandy (Paul) Oberlander, Uncle Lee (Millie) Hendershott, grandparents William and Anne Glor and Laverne and Dorothy Hendershott.

 John is survived by sister Dot (Bill) Dustin, brother Dean Hendershott, Aunt Sheila (John) Henderson along with nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 23rd, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Gilmartin Funeral Home 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. John will be laid to rest in St. Vincent's Cemetery, Attica.

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.

Edward W. Swanson, 87 of Batavia, formerly of Corfu, passed away peacefully on Thursday (May 16, 2024) at the Batavia Veterans Administration Medical Center.

He was born June 13, 1936 in Lancaster, NY, a son of the late Edward J. and Wilhelmina Schmidt Swanson.

Edward was a Veteran of the U.S. AirForce, having served his country from 1955-1958. He was employed by Whiting Door Co. and Akron Rule prior to his retirement.

Survivors include his sisters, Susan Ahalt of Depew, Dorothy (Cortland) Shanks of South Carolina and Maxine Toot of North Carolina. Nephew, William Ahalt, Niece, Pamela Park. Also survived by great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great nieces and great-great nephews.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Friday (May 24^th) from 6-8pm at the J. Leonard McAndrew Funeral Home, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia, NY. A graveside service with military honors will be Saturday (May 25^th), 10am at Hillside Cemetery, Angling Road in Corfu, NY.

Memorial contributions in his memory may be made to the Corfu Fire Department. 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.

Joseph J. Olverd, 77 of Batavia, went home to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on Thursday (May 16^th) passing away unexpectedly at his residence. 

He was born May 12, 1947 in Niagara Falls, NY, a son of the late Philip and Harriet Horton Olverd.

He loved his family dearly and will be sadly missed by his children, Laura (Peter) Koepp of Basom, Rene R. Jaccoud of Batavia, David Olverd of Florida and Eric Olverd of Batavia. Sisters, Phyllis (Jack) Pata of Spencerport and Rosalie Pusateri of Avon. Brother, Philip Olverd Jr. of Pittsburgh, PA. Also survived by seven grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

Joe had many talents and hobbies throughout his entire life and was an avid outdoorsman. He was an excellent trumpet player, loved snake hunting & handling, worked at the Buffalo Zoo as a reptile keeper (herpetologist). He enjoyed the art of flint napping making arrowheads and other items. Then also pursued knife making and dabbled in growing bonsai trees. Joe was also featured on the Captain Kangaroo TV show and many other interviews showcasing his talents with snakes and other reptiles.

A graveside service will be held Tuesday (May 21^st) at 11am at Mumford Rural 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.

Gloria A. Fluker, 72, of Batavia, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2024 surrounded by her family at Gateway Home, Attica. She was born June 5, 1951 in Silver Creek, to the late Richard and Audrey (Neubauer) Hancock. She is preceded in death by two siblings, Judy Mezydlo and Norman Hancock. 

Mrs. Fluker retired from PW Minor after 34 years. Her grandchildren were the light of her life and she loved being with her family.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Dennis Fluker of Batavia, son, Thomas (Kim) Fluker of Batavia, brothers, Frank Hancock of Indian Falls, Richard (Barb) Hancock of Batavia, Edward Hancock of Syracuse, grandchildren, Jordan (Hannah) Fluker, Danielle (Alex) Schultz, great-granddaughter, Aurora Fluker, along with several nieces and nephews. 

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 from 4 to 8pm at Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. A 10:00am Celebration of her Life will be held on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at the Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery, Attica.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Gateway Home, 91 Main St., Attica, NY 14011 or to Genesee Cancer Assistance, 127 North St., Batavia, NY 14020. 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. 

Stafford ~ George Leland Hall, age 92, of Sweetland Road, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.

     He was born January 15, 1932 in Rochester, a son of the late George D. and Charlotte Morrison Hall.    

 George, or as he preferred “Jerry”, will be remembered for his love of family and his devotion to his Christian faith.  He was a very proud veteran of the US Army, where he served in Italy during the Korean Conflict.  After serving his country, George worked at the Jello factory in LeRoy before he embarked on a long career with Rochester General Hospital up until his retirement.

     He will be sadly missed by his children; Deborah Neth, Cheryl (Robert) McGee, Stephen (Jane) Hall, Cindy Saeva (David Zarajczyk), Donald (Mary) Hall and Lorrie (Lewis IV) Mowry; his 18 grandchildren; Christopher (Ashley) Neth, Laura Neth (Shawn), Kevin Neth, Robert Jr. (Cheryl) McGee, Jennifer (Keith) Moore, Jerry McGee, Donald (Amanda) Hall, Joshua George (Tiffany) Hall, Steven (Becky) Saeva, Daniel Saeva, Kimberly (Doug) Wolfanger, Jason Saeva, Jeremy (Christy) Saeva, Jacob Hall, Arlene (Joe) Shaunessy, Mindy (Brandon) Zalewski, Michael (Michele) Mowry and Lindsay (Craig) Cox; his 38 great-grandchildren; Carter, Noah, Cameron, Aubrey, Wesley, Cash, Bella, Johnny, Caleb, Connor, Parker, Maylee, Mikayla, Kennedy, Karrington, Joshua, Austin, Jenna, Gabby, Evan, Daniel, Dominic, Leah, Maddy, Landen, Anna, Emma, Caiden, Charlotte, Emmett, Lucy, Leland, Dean, Izzy, Chandler, Adelynn, Dexter and Lewis; his wife, Wendy, along with many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

     George was predeceased by his first wife, Arlene Brandes Hall (1982), son-in-law, John Neth (2012), his three brothers and his loving canine companion, Nicky.

     Family and friends may call on Thursday, May 23 from 4 ~ 6 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake St. Rd., LeRoy.  His Rite of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, May 24 at 10:00 AM at Mary Immaculate Parish, 5865 Ellicott St. Rd., East Bethany, NY 14054.  Interment with military honors will follow at the Stafford Rural Cemetery.

     In lieu of flowers, contributions (in memory of his wife, Arlene) are suggested to Genesee Cancer Assistance, 127 North St., Batavia, NY 14020.

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