Obituaries

LeRoy ~ Catherine M. Green, age 96, formerly of St. Augustine, FL, passed away early this morning (Friday, Jan. 3, 2014) at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.

      Mrs. Green was born December 15, 1917 in LeRoy, a daughter of the late Charles and Florence Gross Blood.

     She will be remembered for her artistic abilities, working with stained glass, water colors, sewing and wood working.  She was a member of the Homemaker Club and the German Club.  She also loved to attend the flea markets.

     Mrs. Green is survived by her children, Karen (Robert) Faulkner of Bergen, Charles (Margaret) Green of Minoa and Robert (MaryAnn) Green of Edgerton, KS, her sister, Jane Kerby of Dover, DE, 18 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, 3 great great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. 

     She was predeceased by her husband, Ernest "Chubby" Green, a daughter and son-in-law, Ann Marie (Mary) and Richard Keenan, a son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Sandra Green, and 3 siblings, Francis Blood, Virginia Lyttle and Raymond Blood.

     Family and friends are invited to attend her Rite of Christian Burial on Monday, Jan. 6  at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish (St. Peter's Church), 44 Lake Street, LeRoy.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to an organization of the donor's choice.

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

     Mrs. Green and her family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc.  

Joseph was born in Buffalo, New York on June 15, 1946 a son of the late Henry and Catherine McCarthy Morgante. He served with the US Army during the Vietnam War. Joseph worked for many years at the Century Warehouse in Buffalo before moving to Wyoming County, he then went to work in the kitchen at the Craig Developmental Center in Sonyea. He was an avid NASCAR racing fan, he enjoyed to read, and build model cars.

He is survived by a sister: Mary (Jeffrey) Morgante-Rice of Silver Lake, a brother: John (Barbara) Morgante of Attica, nephews: Patrick Morgante, Joshua, Travis, Zachary (Cassie) and Tyler Rice, and a niece Christine (Stacy) Tensley.

There will be no prior calling hours. A Graveside Service will be held on Monday January 6, 2014, 11:00 A.M. at Glenwood Cemetery in Perry.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wyoming County Meals on Wheels C/O The office of the aging 5362 Mungers Mill Rd. Silver Springs, New York 14550. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to sign the online guest registry please visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530.

Shirley J. Williams, 78 of East Bethany, passed away on January 2, 2014 at her home. She was born July 13, 1935 in Corfu to the late William (Ella Maleski) Schosek. Shirley was retired from B.O.C.E.S. in Batavia and she was a member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Attica where she was very active for over 50 years. She volunteered at My Sister’s Closet in the YWCA and Meals on Wheels. She loved family gatherings, garage sales and baking especially pies. She is preceded in death by her husband Eldon F. Williams in 2008; brother Raymond Schosek, sisters Ruth Charvella and Ethel Perrone.

Survivors  include her  children Charles (Terry) Merritt of Batavia; Gary (Tracy) Merritt of LeRoy; Stephen (Danielle) Merritt of Batavia; Patricia (Dan) Brinkman of Elba; Judy Mills of LeRoy; Pamela (John) Saxon of Henrietta; Craig (Daneen) Williams of E. Bethany; Jeff Martin of Rochester; brother William Schosek of Ft. Myers, FL; sisters Dorothy Tupper of Clarence, Hazel Brownell of LeRoy, 17 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews also survive.

Friends are invited to call on Monday January 6, 2014 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc., 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia. Funeral services will be held at 11AM Tuesday January 7, 2014 at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, 11 Washington Street, Attica, NY 14011. She will be laid to rest in East Bethany Rural Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, 11 Washington Street, Attica, NY 14011. To sign the online guest registry 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.

Virginia C. Thompson, 95 of Madeira Beach, FL, passed away on Saturday December 28, 2013 at the Suncoast Hospice Facility in Pinellas Park, FL. She was born July 16, 1918 in Lackawanna to the late Ermilento (Matilda Dello Russo) Marrano. Mrs. Thompson was retired from the former St. Jerome’s Hospital in Batavia as a RN and Head Surgical Nurse. She was a member of St. Vincent’s Church in Attica for many years. She is preceded in death by her husband George M. Thompson who passed away on May 29, 1998.Also preceded in death sisters Lucy Eusanio; Viola Orazetti; Mary Ilardo;  brothers Carmen, Charles, and Victor Marrano.

Mrs. Thompson is survived by her children George M. (Dawn) Thompson of VA; Michaelene (Robert) Dun of Attica; Andrew C.(Joanna) Thompson of CO; ; brother Ralph (Evelyn Marrano of Atlanta Ga.; 4 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. Funeral Services will be held at the convenience of the family. She will be laid to rest in St. Vincent’s Cemetery, Attica.

Memorials may be made to Stevens Memorial Library or Suncoast Hospice, Pinellas Park FL 33782. For more information please call (585) 591-1212. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

Alan Crawford King, 83, of Akron, passed away on Tuesday (December 30, 2013) at the Buffalo Hospice Palliative Care Center in Cheektowaga.

He was born in Buffalo on October 20, 1930, son of the late Albert and Ruth Ramsey King.

Mr. King was a graduate of Bennett High School and attended Empire College.  He served with the New York State National Guard and retired from the New York State Dept. of Taxation and Finance.

He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Patricia Turner King of Akron. Children, Linda Harrington, Deborah (Mark) Medakovich, Karen (Richard) Bushen, Jeffrey (Lynnette) LaMontagne, Jacqueline Dillon, David (Elizabeth) LaMontagne.  Also survived by 9 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share memories, condolences and thoughts on Saturday (January 4^th) from 9:30am-11:30am at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 John St., Akron, NY.  Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 11:30am.  Interment will be in Evergreen Lawn Cemetery in Akron.

Flowers are gratefully declined and the family would appreciate memorial contributions in Alan’s name be made to Buffalo Hospice Foundation, 225 Como Park Blvd., Cheektowaga, NY 14227 or Hearts and Hands, 50 John St., Akron, NY 14001.

Expressions of condolence may be made at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 JOHN ST., AKRON, NY 14001. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR & PROPRIETOR.

Helen was born in Chicago, Illinois on May 25, 1921 a daughter of the late Stanley and Mary (Witek) Jaroszewski. Helen retired from the former Champion Products in Perry in 1986 where she worked in the folding department. She attended the Brick Presbyterian Church in Perry. She enjoyed crocheting, traveling and spending time with family. She is preceded in death by sisters Virginia Zarkowski and Lottie Bucci.

She is survived by a brother: Emil (Anna) Jaroszewski of Perry, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews.

Friends may call from 12-2 PM on Saturday January 4, 2014 at the Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, NY 14530. Funeral Services will follow the visitation, 2:00 PM at the Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest in Glenwood Cemetery, Perry.

Memorials may be made to the donor's choice. For more information please call 237-2626 or to sign the online guest registry please visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530.

Daniel J. Krzesinski, 86 of Bennington, passed away on Tuesday December 31, 2013 at Buffalo General Hospital. He was born October 17, 1927 in Buffalo to the late Felix (Victoria Michalak) Krzesinski. Mr. Krzesinski is a United States Army Veteran, member of the DAV, American Legion, VFW, NYST, WNYST and Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish in Bennington. He attended Buffalo Technical High School, Canisius College (BS), New York State University at Buffalo (MS in Education). After serving in the military he was hired by the Buffalo Board of Education where he worked for forty years as a Science Teacher, Guidance Counselor and Administrator. His hobbies included lapidary, woodworking, leather, and wood carving. He is preceded in death by his siblings Edwin and Sonya Krzesinski.

Mr. Kresinski is survived by his wife Dolores M. (Okoniewski) Krzesinski of Bennington; children Victoria (Paul) Peters of Clifton Park; Noel (Alex) Krzesinski of Rochester; Richard (Laurie) Krzesinski of Herndon, VA; 4 grandchildren, Nicole, Alexander, Damien and Sonja along with several nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Friday January 3, 2014 from 5 to 8 at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, NY 14011. A   10:30 AM Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday January 4, 2014 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish (Bennington Center) 1230 Clinton St. Attica, NY 14011. He will be laid to rest in Sacred Heart Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers (if sending flowers please send potted plants only) memorials may be made to the ECMC – TICU 462 Grider St., Suite G-1, Buffalo, NY 14215 or the UMMC – ER, 127 North St. Batavia, NY 14020. For more information please call 591-1212. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.
 

LeRoy ~ Donald B. Stenshorn, age 80, of Lathrop Avenue, passed away Tuesday evening (Dec. 31, 2013) at Unity Hospital in Rochester.

     He was born September 18, 1933 in Warsaw, a son of the late Sidney and Luella Perrine Stenshorn.

     Mr. Stenshorn was a retired welder from the Lapp Insulator Company.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of the LeRoy American Legion, the Batavia RC Flying Club, the Empire State Antique Truck Association and the Pine Hill Airport Museum.

     He is survived by his wife, Jean Bossart Stenshorn, his sons, Dale (Stephanie) Stenshorn of Rochester, Thomas (Jeanette) Stenshorn of York, PA and David (Lisa) Stenshorn of Kendall, his siblings, Janet Chapek of FL, Dean (Bonita) Stenshorn of Silver Springs and Diane (Robert) Kranack of FL, 5 grandchildren, along with many nieces, nephews and dear friends.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his daughter in law, Sandra Stenshorn.

     Friends are invited to call on the family on Friday, Jan. 10 from 3 ~ 7 PM. at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy.  Don's Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 11 at 11:00 AM at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 1 E. Main Street, LeRoy.  Interment will be private in Stafford Rural Cemetery.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to either Lake Plains Dialysis ~ Attn: Ellen, 587 E. Main St., Batavia, N.Y. 14020 or American Legion-Botts Fioritto Post 576, 53 W. Main St., LeRoy, N.Y. 14482.

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

Hazel May Miller, 92 of Batavia, formerly of Alexander and Attica, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother died December 31, 2013 at Buffalo General Hospital. She was born February 4, 1921 in Alexander to the late Earle (Fannie Williams) Kelsey.

After graduating from Alexander High School, Hazel became a Rosie the Riveter at Curtis Wright in Buffalo during the war effort and later went on to earn her license as a cosmetologist, a profession which allowed her to work from home while raising her 8 young children. Later she went to work at Batavia Linen Systems and P. W. Minor and Sons in Batavia.  Hazel was a member of Bethany Center Baptist Church and volunteered for several years at the Genesee County Nursing Home. She was best known to family and friends as a woman who always offered an encouraging word and didn't have a mean bone in her body. She is preceded in death by her son Russ, granddaughters Rachel Miller and Meredith Schaefer; brothers Donald (infant) and Daniel Kelsey.   

Survivors  include her husband of 67 years, Edward A. Miller;  seven children, Maggie (Marsha) Miller of Batavia, Roger (Judy) Miller of Spring Grove, VA., Greg (Ann) Miller of  East Bethany, Jeff Miller of Port Charlotte, FL., Paul (Sheri) Miller of Alexander, Paula Miller-Schaefer (George) of Norfolk, VA. and Vicki (Jeff) Wolak of East Bethany; Daughter-in-law Belinda Miller (Rick) Cox,  19 grandchildren,  28 great grandchildren and 9 great, great grandchildren; three brothers William (Janet) Kelsey, Robert (Peggy) Kelsey, and Gordon “Gub” (Gaylene) Kelsey, nieces and nephews.  Also, family member  Julie Pearce of Sebring, FL.

Friends are invited to call on Friday January 3, 2014 from 3 to 7 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc., 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia. A celebration of Hazel’s life will be held at 11AM Saturday January 4, 2013 at Bethany Center Baptist Church, 10420 Bethany Center Road, E. Bethany, NY 14054. A private interment will take place at a later date.

Memorials in her name may be made to Bethany Center Baptist Church, 10420 Bethany Center Road, E. Bethany, NY 14054 or to Maple Lawn Cemetery Association, 10720 Bethany Center Road, E. Bethany, NY 14054. To sign the online guest registry 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.

George A. Miller, 82 of Alexander, passed away on Friday December 27, 2013 at the United Memorial Medical Center. He was born November 12, 1931 in Batavia to the late John R. (Kathryn E. Eichelberger) Miller. Mr. Miller was retired from Traveler’s Insurance in Buffalo and he was a member of the Alexander United Methodist Church. He is preceded in death by his wife Carol A. (Bunn) Miller who passed on December 1, 2012.

Mr. Miller is survived by his three children Jeffrey (Suzanne) Miller of Lancaster, Cheryl Silvestrini of Elbridge, Christopher Miller of Alden;  two grandchildren Jake and Megan Miller who survive along with his sister Janet Marriott of Rochester and several nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Thursday January 2, 2014 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, NY 14011. A   10:30 AM Funeral Service will take place on Friday January 3, 2014 at the Alexander United Methodist Church, 10540 Main Street, Alexander, NY 14005. He will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery, Attica.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Alexander Fire Department, Main Road, Alexander NY 14005. For more information please call 591-1212. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.
 

Corfu - Ryan C. Bergman, 26, of Corfu, passed away Wednesday (December 25, 2013).

Ryan was born on March 15, 1987, in Amherst, NY. He was the son of Richard and Bernadette Maloney Bergman.

Ryan was an avid reader and loved computer gaming. He always had a book in his hand or had one waiting, already opened, ready to read.

Ryan is survived by his loving and devoted parents, Richard and Bernadette Bergman of Corfu; his brother, Jeffrey Stellrecht of East Aurora and his special friend, Annette Pawli and her daughters, Arrianna and Clarice.

Many aunts, uncles, cousins and good friends also survive.

Friends may call Thursday 7 to 9 p.m. and Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc. 4 East Main Street, Corfu. Mass of Christian burial will be held Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph site) 303 East Main Street, Batavia. Burial will be in Alden Union Cemetery, Alden, NY.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Genesee County Mental Health Association 25 Liberty Street, Batavia, NY 14020.

Elizabethtown, Kentucky - Mrs. Evelyn A. McElwain, age 85, of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, formerly of Batavia, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2013 at Bradenburg Nursing and Rehab in Elizabethtown.

She was a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and was a cook at the former Genesee Memorial Hospital in Batavia.  

She is survived by a son, William R. Watkins of Elizabethtown, Kentucky; three daughters, Cherie L. (Joe) Feliciano of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, Marion (Irv) Berkholder of Attica and Lauretta (Harold) Harper of Port Richey, Florida; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren also survive.

Friends may call on Tuesday from 12 to 2 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia, where services will follow at 2 p.m. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. Please consider memorials to the Alzheimer’s Association, Western New York Chapter, 2805 Wehrle Drive, Suite #6, Williamsville, New York 14221-7380.

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

MICHAEL G. SULLIVAN – Age 77, former Batavia resident, died peacefully Tuesday morning December 24, 2013 at the Wayne Center in Wayne, PA. He was born March 25, 1936 in Batavia to the late Michael L. and Sara (Kane) Sullivan, also preceded in death by his first wife, Rosalie (Carlino) and his son, Kevin C. Sullivan.

Mr. Sullivan was raised in Batavia and was a 1953 graduate of Batavia High School. He served in the United States Army and upon his discharge started his career in the automotive industry. He worked for both American Motors and Chrysler Corporation where he was Director of Sales Promotion and ended his career at Chrysler by managing a Chrysler/Plymouth dealership in Huntington, WV. He then joined Carrier Corporation in the international sales division and had the opportunity to conduct business in over 27 countries. He also lived for 3 years in Bahrain where he was a manager in Carrier’s Middle East sales office. In his later years, Michael settled in southeastern Pennsylvania living a quiet life there with his wife Sharon, yet always keeping his ties to Batavia.       

Surviving is his loving wife, Sharon (Flanagan) Sullivan of Coatesville, PA; his sons, Michael  of Orange County, CA and John P. of Dallas, TX; step-children, Drew Gordon, Mac Gordon, Mike Gordon, and Shannon DiCandill; grandchild, Devan Brooke Sullivan.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life Service 11:00 a.m. Saturday January 18, 2014 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020. Mr. Sullivan will be buried with his parents in St. Joseph's Cemetery. Memorials in his memory can be made to a charity of the donor's choice.           

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

THE FAMILY OFMICHAEL G. SULLIVAN IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020.

John P. McGowan, 88 of Batavia, died peacefully Friday morning, December 27, 2013 at the United Memorial Medical Center. He was born September 19, 1925 in Montreal, Quebec to the late Arthur (Eugene Kelley) McGowan. John worked for 38 years as an Insurance Claims Adjuster at Travelers Insurance Company and Aetna Insurance Company. He was an active member of the Resurrection Parish and was an avid sports follower who loved the Buffalo Sabres and Buffalo Bills. He devoted many hours as a volunteer for the Batavia Youth Football Organization, as well as being a coach of the “Bulldogs” and was very proud of each person he coached. He was one of the instrumental leaders during the formation of the Batavia Amateur Hockey Organization, leading the ranks of administrator, coach, and referee for many years. He was very much respected among the community as a family man, business leader and will be remembered as a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who loved more than anything spending time with his family. He is preceded in death by his first wife Mary Elizabeth McGowan and his second wife Valerie McGowan; sister Beatrice McGowan and a daughter Karen Connell.

Mr. McGowan is survived by his children James (Cindy) McGowan; Beth Ann McGowan; John McGowan all of Batavia; Mary Ellen (Val) Steele of Greece; Robert (Ann) McGowan of Dallas, TX; Thomas (Mary) McGowan of Byron; Michelle (Mark) Shero; Robin (Ken) Kwiecien both of Perry; 18 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Sunday December 29, 2013 from 2-6 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. A 12:00 Noon Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday December 30, 2013 at Resurrection Parish 303 East Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. He will be laid to rest in St. Agnes Cemetery, Avon.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Genesee Amateur Hockey Association 22 Evans St. Batavia, NY 14020 or to the United Memorial Medical Center Foundation 127 North St. Batavia, NY 14020. For more information please call 343-8260 or to sign the online guest registry go to www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.
 

Stafford ~ David M. Russo, age 43, of Westcott Road, died  Thursday afternoon (Dec. 26, 2013) at Medina Memorial Hospital from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.

     Mr. Russo was born October 15, 1970 in Batavia, a son of Salvatore and Anna Didget Russo.

     David never denied a request for help and was dearly beloved by his family and friends.

     In addition to his parents, Salvatore "Sam" and Anna Russo of Stafford, he is survived by his loving children, Josilynn and David Russo, his brother, Joseph (Natalie) Russo of Stafford, his niece and nephews, Josiah, Lucianna and Rocco, and his aunts and uncles, Lena (Douglas) Wood, Sandy Didget, Adele (Robert) Landin and Louis Russo.

     The family will receive friends on Sunday from 4 ~ 7:30 P.M. at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy, where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 P.M.  Family and friends will gather at the Stafford fire hall following the service.  The courtesy of no flowers is requested with memorials suggested to David's family to establish an education fund for his children.

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