Obituaries

Batavia - Mr. Leonard Charles Guarino, age 94, formerly of Oakfield, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2014 as a resident of the New York State Veteran’s Home in Batavia

Leonard was born April 11, 1919, in Mount Morris, the youngest of ten children to the late Joseph and Mary Muscato Guarino.

He served honorably in World War II as a member of the United States Navy and again in the Korean War as a member of the United States Marine Corps. Leonard was a member of the Teamsters Union working at Empire State Motor Express in Lime Rock where he retired from in 1980.

He was a loving and devoted husband and father who deeply loved his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. After his retirement, he enjoyed outdoor activities especially fishing, mowing his kids’ lawns, building screen houses, gardening, spending time telling his stories and sharing his tremendous sense of humor and jokes. In 1992, Leonard and his late wife, Margaret, became members of the Oakfield Recreation Club and established their summer residence there, keeping their winter home in Florida.

He is predeceased by his wife of 40 years, Margaret E. (Underwood) Wadams Guarino.

He is survived by his children,  Terry (Valerie) Wadams of Oakfield, Debbie (Roger) Cornell of Retsof, Gary (Sue) Wadams of Oakfield, Pamela Wadams of Batavia and Lennie Colley of Batavia; ten grandchildren, Carrie Monachino of Oakfield, Mark (Stefanie) Wadams of Mahopac, Ronald (Tracy) Cornell of Rochester, Todd Cornell of Rochester, Jeremy Cornell of Retsof, Tara (Vince) Fasso of Livonia, Jaime (Scott) Kelly of Perry, Brandi (Jon) Suro of Getzville, Nicole Hurlbutt of Batavia and Brena Hurlbutt of Cheektowaga; 17 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

There are no prior visiting hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Green Mount Cemetery, Dansville. Memorials may be made to the New York State Veteran’s Home in Batavia where Leonard was loved by all that cared for him there. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.burdettandsanford.com.

Arrangements were completed by the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Avenue, Oakfield.

Geraldine A. Foster, 84 of Batavia, died Thursday February 27, 2014 at the Batavia Health Care Center. She was born May 17, 1929 in LeRoy to the late Learine (Helen Randolph) Fuller. Ms. Foster worked for many years at Ebling Laundry. She was a past member of the Salvation Army. She is preceded in death by her special friends Myron Bogue and David Ebling, sisters Shirley Munt, Doris Wozniak, Betty, Gertrude and Mildred Fuller.

Ms. Foster is survived by sisters Mary Snyder of Batavia, along with many nieces and nephews. 

Friends are invited to call on Sunday March 2, 2014 from 1 to 2 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. Funeral Services will immediately follow at 2:00 PM on Sunday at the Funeral Home.She will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Salvation Army 529 East Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. For more information please call 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.
 

Faye Jane Frances Kelly, age 75, of Perry Center, died Thursday February 27, 2014 at the Wyoming County Community Hospital in Warsaw. She was born in Livonia Center, New York on January 23, 1939, a daughter of the late Dudley and Lanie Elizabeth (Ball)Mann Sr. Faye was a waitress for the former Olympus Restaurant in Avon, she retired in 2001. She was a member of the First Congregational Church in Perry Center, and a member of the Perry VFW and Vets Club. She enjoyed reading, bird watching, cooking, and doing crossword puzzles. She is preceded in death by children Martin Unamann, Virginia Unamann-Lane; siblings John Sylvester Mann, Dudley Mann Jr., Betty Levey and Alice Schmidt.

She is survived by her husband Frederick “Red” Kelly of Perry, Center, 3 children: Robert (Bobby Massengall) Unamann of Ridgeland, SC, Judith Birchenough of Beaufort, SC., Sandra (Fay) Unamann of Avon, 3 step-children: Jeffrey Kelly of Perry, Linda Maust and Todd Kelly both of Florida, 3 siblings: Edith Hill of Honeoye Falls, Gene Mann of New Hampshire, and Regina Davis of Florida, 6 grandchildren, several step-grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may call from 1-4 pm on Sunday March 2nd at the Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main St. Perry, NY 14530. Funeral Services will follow the visitation at 4:00 pm. She will be laid to rest in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Perry Center.

Memorials may be made to the Perry Emergency Ambulance P.O. Box 288 Perry, NY 14530 or to the Perry Center Fire Department P.O. Box 204 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.

Rose L. Blair, 83 of Varysburg, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 at Wyoming County Community Hospital. She was born on January 24, 1931 in Warsaw to the late John (Mary Janik) Satola. Mrs. Blair worked at the Byrncliff Resort & Conference Center in Varysburg for 46 years. She was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish in Bennington Center. Rose enjoyed raising chickens and geese as well as gardening. She was a devoted fan of Earnest Tubb and John Wayne. Rose had a love for music, teaching her children to play many instruments especially her favorite instrument the fiddle. She loved babies, all babies, her children and grandchildren often referring to them as her “Little Dupies”.

She is preceded in death by her husband Robert A. Blair who passed in 1990, daughter Janet Blair, grandson Todd Thornton, brothers Frank, Stanley and Steven Satola, sisters Katherine Satola, Mary Wagner and Sophie Widelski.

Mrs. Blair is survived by sons Kenneth (Cindi); Wayne (Judy) both of Varysburg; Roger Blair of Bennington; daughters Joanne (David) Thornton of Attica; Patricia (Scott) Meidenbauer of Varysburg; Susan (Tracy) Mallon of Bennington; brothers Raymond (Agatha) Satola of OH; Leonard (Alice) Satola of Depew; sister Helen Pierce of Alden; 17 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Monday March 3, 2014 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main St. Attica, NY 14011. An 11:00 Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday March 4, 2014 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish 1230 Clinton St. (Bennington Center) Attica, NY 14011. She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Varysburg.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family to be distributed to various charities. For more information please call 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com . Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.
 

Hannelore “Lore” Easterbrook, 67, of Batavia, died Monday (February 24, 2014) at Eastern Niagara Hospital in Lockport, NY.

She was born June 26, 1946 in Schwabisch Hall, Germany, a daughter of the late Josef and Margarete Hauser Zettl.

Lore was employed by Terry Hills Restaurant & Banquet Facility in Batavia for several years and enjoyed being with not only the people she worked with but also the people she served.  She was a fun, loving and vibrant person.  She will be dearly missed by everyone who knew her.

She is survived by a daughter, Sandra White of Pueblo, Colorado. Two sons, Lynn Wood of Batavia and Spencer Zerger of Denver, Colorado.  Also survived by four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share memories and condolences at a Celebration of Life Service on Sunday, March 2^nd from 2-4pm at Terry Hills Restaurant & Banquet Facility, 5122 Clinton St. Rd., Batavia, NY.

To share a memory of Lore with her family, please visit: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, NY. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR & PROPRIETOR.

Debra A. Chaplin, 57 of Gainesville, passed away February 26, 2014 at Highland Hospital in Rochester. She was born August 17, 1956 in Batavia to the late John (Elanor Schiller) Wassink. Deb worked at the Glen Iris Inn at Letchworth State Park. She was an avid gardener, loved flowers, scrapbooking and raising dogs. She loved to cook and had collected over 300 cookbooks. Deb was very artistic and enjoyed doing crafts.

She is survived by her beloved husband Ronald Chaplin of Gainesville, son John and daughter Misty Chaplin both of Attica; brothers Terry, Tom (Cathy) Wassink both of FL; Tim (Paula) Wassink of Attica; four grandchildren Hannah, Jakk, Jaik Chaplin; Landyn Elliott, along with several nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. Funeral Services will be held 1:00 PM on Monday March 3, 2014 at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ 11 Washington St. Attica, NY 14011.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Genesee Cancer Assistance 16 Bank 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.
 

THEOPHIL "TED" KAISER - Age 86, former Byron Constable and Code Enforcement Officer, died peacefully Tuesday evening February 25, 2014 at the home of his daughter under the care of Hospice and his family. He was born May 15, 1927 in Buffalo, NY to the late Robert and Augusta Elfreda (Shumacher) Kaiser, also preceded in death by a his wife, Jean (Howe) Kaiser in 2004;  brother, Friedhelm Robert Amiel Kaiser and sister, Clara Lathrop.

   Mr. Kaiser was a member of the North Bergen Presbyterian Church and enjoyed singing in the choir, member of the former Moose Club and Byron Kiwanis Club. He was a part time farmer, worked for Household Finance and Monroe Tractor. Ted enjoyed fishing, reading, travelling, car racing, baseball, his Byron community and friends at the Byron Hotel. Most important was his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren

   He is survived by his devoted children, Barbara (Dr. Duane) Scarborough of Batavia; Katherine (George) Irving of Syracuse and Rev. Mark (Lori) Kaiser of Pittsford; 10 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren; brother-in-law Lawrence Lathrop of Byron along with several nieces, nephews.

   Family and friends may visit from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. on Saturday March 1, 2014 at the North Bergen Presbyterian Church where Funeral Services will follow at 3:00 p.m.  Burial will be in North Byron Cemetery, those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Byron Rescue Squad or HomeCare & Hospice 29 Liberty Street Batavia, New York 14020.           

Please share your memories of Ted, with his family at www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information call Michael at (585)343-7500. 

THE FAMILY OF  THEOPHIL "TED" KAISER IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kathleen M. McGee, 80 of Batavia, passed away on Wednesday February 26, 2014 at the Leo Center for Caring in Rochester. She was born on July 25, 1933 in Batavia, to the late Edmund P. (Ida M. Pfundstein) Marshall. Mrs. McGee worked as an X-Ray Technician at St. Jerome’s Hospital for 30 years and managed the interpreters at the Genesee Country Village & Museum for 20 years. She was a longtime member of Resurrection Parish and St. Joseph’s Sodality. She belonged to the Seven Springs Association, Holland Land Office and enjoyed quilting. She is preceded in death by her husband James N. McGee who passed in 1992; granddaughter Bryn McGee, brother Edmund Marshall, sisters Claire Hermance and Lillian Kimaid. 

She is survived by sons John N. (Jane) McGee of SC; Michael E. (Laurie) McGee of NC; daughters Eileen M. McGee of Batavia; Mary Ellen (Jason) Reardon of Batavia; sister Theresa Kelly of Albion; sister-in-law Dorothy Marshall of RI; 10 grandchildren, Matthew, Robert, Zachary McGee; Hilary (Galen) Hurl; Cooper Hawley; Brian (Staci Ball) Ellingham; Kathryn (Allen) Greene; James, Thomas, Sean Reardon; 4 great-grandchildren Galen Michael; Elizabeth, Calista & Emma Hurl, along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Friday February 28, 2014 from 4 to 8 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, NY 14020. A 9:30 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday March 1, 2014 at Resurrection Parish 303 E. Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Genesee Country Village & Museum 1410 Flint Hill Road Mumford, NY 14511. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or for more information call (585) 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

 

Elaine F. Mondziel, 75, of Batavia, passed away Saturday evening (February 22, 2014) at United Memorial Medical Center.

She was born in Batavia, NY on July 12, 1938, a daughter of the late Frank and Frances Price Mondziel.

Elaine was a graduate of Notre Dame High School and McCulley School of Nursing.  She was a nurse for United Memorial Medical Center prior to her retirement.

Survivors include two brothers, Frank Mondziel of Batavia and Robert (Marlene) Mondziel of Richmond, VA.

There will be no prior visitation.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, 10am at Ascension Parish (Sacred Heart Church).  Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery.

Memories 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. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR & PROPRIETOR. 

Jennie K. Allbright, age 87 of Pike, died Wednesday February 19, 2014 at her home in Pike surrounded by her family. She was born in Pike, NY on October 21, 1926 a daughter of the late Charles A. and Doris Dunning King Newcomb. She was a 1944 graduate of Kenmore High School. She worked for the former Motorola in Arcade. She was a member of the Pike Community Church in Pike and the Pike Order of Eastern Star. She enjoyed being a mother and grandmother to her family members. She is preceded in death by brothers Edmund, Charles, and Albert King.

She is survived by three sons: David (Meredith) Allbright of Pike, Bruce Allbright of Pike, and Peter (Ruth Ellis) Allbright of Orlando, Fl., 3 sisters: Mary Adamowich and Judy King both of Moline, Ill., and Carol King of Pike, 8 grandchildren: Karen Giles, Peter Allbright, Elizabeth Altoft, Brian Allbright, Jason Allbright, Patricia Millen, Phillip Allbright and Andrew Allbright. 13 great grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. She will be laid to rest in Elmwood Cemetery in Pike.

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

Nicholas F. Zinni, 90 of Batavia, died Thursday February 20, 2014 at his home surrounded by family. He was born May 5, 1923 in Batavia to the late Salvatore (Angela Marie Gaultieri) Zinni. Mr. Zinni was a WWII United States Navy Veteran serving as a Radio Man on the USS Phantom Mine Sweeper in the Pacific Theater. He earned the Two Star Award for the Asiatic, Pacific Theaters, Victory and American Campaign Medals. Mr. Zinni was a lifelong member of St. Anthony’s Church, the Holy Name Society, serving as an Altar Boy and Usher. He was a life member of the former St. Nicholas Club in Batavia and served on the Executive Board for the club. Mr. Zinni worked at Tops Marked in Batavia for many years. He was an accomplished bowler and avid golfer. He is preceded in death by a brother Donald Zinni; sisters Mary Strollo and Elizabeth Ianni. 

Mr. Zinni is survived by his beloved wife Norma (Eccleston) Zinni, sons Nicholas C. (Ellen), David (Elisa), Vincent (Sabrina), Joseph (Jill) Zinni all of Batavia; daughters Rosanne Zinni, Theresa (Paul) McNally both of Rochester; sisters Rose DiSalvo of Batavia; Theresa DiVirgilio of North Tonawanda; 10 grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Sunday February 23, 2014 from 4 to 8 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday February 24, 2014 at Ascension Parish 19 Sumner St. Batavia, NY 14020. Entombment will be in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum, Batavia.    

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Home Care & Hospice 29 Liberty St. Unit 6, Batavia, NY 14020 or to the Ricky Palermo Foundation at www.rickypalermo.org. For more information please call 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.
 

DOLORES M. RICHARDSON - Age 75, of Batavia, died peacefully Thursday afternoon February 20, 2014 at home with her loving family at her side. She was born August 19, 1938 in Batavia to the late Joseph and Margaret (Spiotta) Pappalardo, also preceded in death by her sisters, Theresa Valle and Ann Richmond.

   Mrs. Richardson is a member of Resurrection Parish, she worked at Sylvania, Vincent Jewelers and was a lunch aid at Batavia High School. She enjoyed music and dancing, cooking authentic Italian dishes her cats Ruby and Garnett, she also enjoyed spending time at her cottage in the 1000 Islands. Her most passionate role was that of a beloved and dedicated wife to her husband, Don and endearing mother to their children, she also enjoyed spending as much time as possible with her grandchildren.

   She is survived by her devoted husband of 55 years, Donald V. Richardson Sr. of Batavia; beloved daughter, Lori (John) Thompson of Attica and their children, Bryan, Steven and Owen; loving son, Donald V. "Duke" (Caroline) Richardson Jr. of Batavia and their children, Tanner and Sawyer along with several nieces, nephews and cousins.

   Family and friends may visit from 10:30 -11:30 a.m. on Tuesday February 25, 2014 at the Michael S. Tomaszewski Funeral & Cremation Chapel, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where prayers will be recited 11:30 a.m. followed by a 12:00 Noon Mass of Christian Burial at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph's Site). Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery, Attica and in lieu of flowers those desiring may make memorial contributions to HomeCare & Hospice 29 Liberty Street Batavia, New York 14020.           

Please share your memories of Dolores, with her family at www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information call Michael at (585)343-7500. 

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

 

 

 

 

CLETUS C. RITCHEY – Age 67, of Rochester, died Wednesday February 19, 2014 at Highland Hospital in Rochester. He was born March 19, 1946 in Johnstown, PA, to the late Cletus O. and Violet (Krause) Ritchey, also preceded in death by grandsons, Jeffery Ritchey and Kenneth Conrad.

   Mr. Ritchey worked for many years at LeRoy Machine and Nationwide Precision. He was a member of the VFW, Northwood's Sportsmen's Club and was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing.

   Surviving is his beloved wife of 46 years, Onolee (Osborne) Ritchey of Rochester; sons, David of Rochester and Terry of Batavia; daughters, Debbie (Terry) Conrad of Basom and Tammy (Jack Aman) Litteer of Rochester; 7 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren survive.

   Family and friends may visit from 3-6 p.m. on Saturday February 22, 2014 at the Michael S. Tomaszewski Funeral & Cremation Chapel, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where Funeral Services will begin at 6:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the family for future distribution.

   Please share your memories of Cletus, with his family at www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information please call Michael at (585)343-7500.

THE FAMILY OF CLETUS C. RITCHEY IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK.

 

Jeanne D. Price, 80, of Batavia, died Tuesday (February 18, 2014) at her residence after a brief illness.

She was born in East Bethany, NY on April 30, 1933, a daughter of the late Arthur and Berniece Greening Mulcahy.

She was an employee for Kaufman Boot Factory in Batavia and Genesee Farms Store in LeRoy prior to her retirement.  Jeanne enjoyed attending church dinners and functions in the area.  She also enjoyed and loved garage sales, playing cards, traveling to the Batavia Downs Casino and caring for and feeding outdoor cats.

She was the wife of the late, Richard Price.  Mother of the late Carole Price and sister of the late Gloria Fox.

Survivors include two daughters, Vicki L. Price (Joseph Combo, Jr.) of Batavia and Julie (Stephen Landes) Christensen-Landes of Byron.  Two sons, Richard Price, Jr. of California and Robert (Renee) Price of Stafford.  Five grandchildren, Stephanie Christensen, Jeffrey Christensen, Matthew Christensen, Edward Price and Richard Price.  Brother, Sidney Mulcahy of East Bethany.  Also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may gather to share memories, condolences and thoughts on Saturday from 2-5pm at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia, where funeral services will commence at the conclusion of visitation at 5pm.  Burial will be in Morganville Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family for distribution to various organizations. Memories of Jeanne Price may be shared with her family at www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, NY. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR & PROPRIETOR.