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Harriet Kathryn (Carson/MacRae) Longchamps

By T.J. Woodward

 

Harriet Kathryn (Carson/MacRae) Longchamps left this life peacefully on Sunday, September 19, 2010. She was born March 23, 1925 to Francis & Kathryn (Keenan) Carson of Buffalo, NY but rooted to Batavia for the majority of her adult life. She worked several jobs, but those who knew her will always remember her as being owner/operator of Longchamps Telephone Answering Service in Batavia from the mid 1960’s until its close in the late 1980’s. Her soothing, bass voice was a perfect match for the phone lines. 
 
She weathered many adversities in life, but never fell prey to self pity. Choosing, instead, to meet the challenges, gather strength from her trials & find the good in every living moment. 
 
If any single attribute could define her, it would be motherhood and its continuous ripples from one generation through to the next, over and again. Her legacy lies not only in her own children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, but in the innumerable other young ones that she pulled into the fold. 
 
She will be remembered for her countless tabletop coffee consultations, her endless supply of tales to tell and her enormous heart and humor. 
 
She was predeceased by her son, Kelly Longchamps who, no doubt, will have a room ready for her & a cup of coffee waiting. 
 
She is survived by her sons; James D. (Joan) MacRae III of Batavia; Eric J. (Raylene) MacRae of FL; Patrick (Peggy Berndt) MacRae of Verona; as well as her daughters Ellen (Steven) Hagen; Kathleen Longchamps of Batavia; Kristine Flicker of Newport Beach, CA. She also leaves behind grandchildren James, Patrick & Bridget MacRae, Jocelyn McKim, Nicholas, Margaret & Grace Flicker, Bevan, Ethan, Martin, Emma & Adah Hagen, Rachael Ciociola, Tammy Morgan & Tina Hartgrove, as well as several great & great-great-grandchildren. 
 
Friends are invited to call from 7 to 9 PM on Friday September 24, 2010 at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 W. Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. A Mass of remembrance to be held at a later date. A gathering of friends, family and anyone who wishes to stop by will take place @ 2:00 PM on Saturday September 25, 2010 at her daughter’s home. 
 
In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the family. For more information or to sign the online guest registry please go to www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or call 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 W. Main St. Batavia, NY 14020.

Bernard Alan Squires

By T.J. Woodward

 

Bernard Alan Squires, 57 of Conroe Texas entered into eternal rest on Friday September 10, 2010. Born November 30, 1952 in Batavia New York, son of the late John Edwin "Ed" Squires and Teresa George Squires of  Warsaw. Bernard attended Albion Central High School and was awarded both bachelors and masters degrees in chemistry from Niagara University. His passion for science and computers led him to an international career in technology, most recently with Baker Hughes of Houston where he was laboratory manager. 
 
In addition to his mother he is survived by his brothers John (Mary) Squires of Brockport, Gregory (Sandra) Squires and Jeffrey (Sara) Squires all of Prattsburgh, his sister Barbara (Joseph) Sanguiliano of Manalapan, New Jersey, and loving nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. 
 
There will be no prior calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday September 25, 2010 at 10:00AM at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph’s), 303 East Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. Interment in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.
 
 In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the charity of the donor’s choice. For more information or to sign the online guest registry please go to www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or call 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 W. Main St. Batavia, NY 14020.

Donald A. Dundon

By T.J. Woodward

 

Donald A. Dundon, 79 of Batavia, NY, died September 19, 2010 at United Memorial Medical Center. Born February 14, 1931 in Buffalo, New York son of the late Walter (Jeanette Leney) Dundon. Mr. Dundon was retired from the Niagara Mohawk where he worked for 39 years. He served eight years in the Army National Guard, was a member of Terry Hills Golf Course. He was an avid bowler. Mr. Dundon is preceded in death by his wife Joyce (Aubert) Dundon on November 10, 2002 & a son, Robert Dundon, Sr. in 2003.
 
 He is survived by his sons Kevin Dundon of Lancaster, Donald Dundon of Alden, William Dundon of Texas, a daughter Lynette Dundon of Georgia and a step son Rick Flowers of Bethany, NY. One sister Joyce Brown of Cheektowaga and a brother Raymond Dundon of Maryland survive along with 7 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. 
 
There will be no prior calling hours. Friends are invited to attend a funeral service on Thursday, September 23rd at 1:00 p.m. at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc., 329-333 West Main St., Batavia. Interment will take place in Grand View Cemetery. 
 
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the American Cancer Society – 101 John James Audubon Pkwy., Amherst, NY 14228.    For more information or to sign the online guest registry please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or call (343-8260). Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 W. Main St. Batavia, NY 14020.
 

Richard J. Dimick

By T.J. Woodward

 

Richard J. Dimick, 76 of Stafford, NY died September 17, 2010 at Strong Memorial Hospital, NY. Born June 17, 1934 in Batavia, NY, son of the late Clayton (Evelyn Stokes) Dimick. Mr. Dimick was retired from Upstate Milk in Batavia. He was a member of the Stafford Methodist Church and a Veteran. He is preceded in death by a brother Rodney Dimick and sister Mary Papp-Fuller. 
 
Mr. Dimick is survived by his wife of 55 years Diane A. (Barber) Dimick of Stafford; son Paul R. Dimick of Rochester; daughters Deborah L. Dimick of Scottsville; Michelle A. (Matthew) Haire of Derry, PA; brothers Clayton D. (Lois) Dimick of LeRoy; William D. (Shirley) Dimick of LeRoy; sister-in-law Sylvia Dimick of LeRoy; 6 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, along with many nieces and nephews. 
 
There will be no prior calling hours. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 PM on Sunday September 19, 2010 at the Stafford Methodist Church, Main Rd. Stafford, NY 14143. Interment in Stafford Rural Cemetery. 
 
The family suggests memorials to Stafford Methodist Church, Volunteers for Animals www.vol4animals.org or to a charity of the donor’s choice.    For more information or to sign the online guest registry please go to www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or call 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 W. Main St. Batavia, NY 14020.

Jacquelyn B. Dawson

By T.J. Woodward

Jacquelyn B. Dawson, 65, of Batavia, NY, died September 14, 2010 in Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. Born December 6, 1944 in Key West Florida. Daughter of the late Joseph (Doris Voorhees) Benty. Mrs. Dawson was retired from the Genesee County Courthouse where she worked as a legal secretary.  She was a member of Resurrection Parish (St. Mary’s), the Red Hat Society and the Christian Women’s Club. 

She is survived by her Fiancé James Galvin of Batavia, son Michael W. Dawson of Batavia, daughter Michelle L. (Mark) Mistretta of Rochester. Brother David (Sharon) Benty of Oakfield, sisters Patricia Lowder of Oakfield and Tina (Gregg) Wolff of Batavia, 2 granchildren Terrell Bloom and David Mistretta, one great grandson Jonah Elsenheimer who survive along with several nieces and nephews. 

Calling hours will be held on Friday September 17, 2010 from 4 to 8 PM at the Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc., 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday September 18, 2010 at 12 Noon at Resurrection Parish (St. Mary’s site) 18 Ellicott Street, Batavia, New York. Interment will take place in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. 

The family suggests memorials be made to Lollipop Farms, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY 14450.    For more information or to sign the online guest registry please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or call (343-8260). Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 W. Main St. Batavia, NY 14020.

 

Roy MacConnell

By Joshua Smith

 

 
Batavia - Mr. Roy MacConnell, 93, of Batavia, died Sunday, (September 12, 2010)at the Genesee County Nursing Home.
Mr. MacConnell was born March 1, 1917, in Bergen, a son of the late Fred and Mildred (Fuller) MacConnell.
He was a utility engineer at Eastman Kodak Company for 34 years. After his retirement from Kodak, he worked at Byron-Bergen Central School for 13 years. A lifetime farmer in the Bergen area, Mr. MacConnell most recently volunteered at the New York State Veteran’s Home in Batavia.
Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Shirley (Carpenter) MacConnell of Batavia; a son, Greg MacConnell of Plattsburgh; grandchildren, Blaise MacConnell of New Hampshire, Dustin MacConnell of New Hampshire, Patrick and his wife Cathlene MacConnell of Charleston, South Carolina and Sarah and her husband Owen Fussey of Plattsburgh; two great-grandchildren, Aislynn and Avery MacConnell; a daughter-in-law, Sandy (Redick) MacConnell of New Hampshire and several nieces and nephews.
Mr. MacConnell is predeceased by his son, Brad MacConnell and brothers and sisters. 
There are no prior calling hours and services will be private. Burial will be in Byron Cemetery.   Memorials may be made to the North Bergen Presbyterian Church, 7068 North Bergen Road, Bergen, N.Y. 14416. Condolences may be made at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com. Arrangements were completed by the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Batavia.

Gordon T. Conover

By T.J. Woodward

 

Gordon T. Conover, 65 of LeRoy, NY. Died September 13, 2010 peacefully at his home. Born March 31, 1945 in Canandaigua, NY, son of the late Gordon (Mary Callahan) Conover. Mr. Conover worked at D&L Trucking in Eden, NY. Preceded in death by his brother Robert Conover. 
 
Survivors include sons John C. Conover of Canandaigua; Jeffrey S. Conover of CA; daughter Kim (Alan) Whitbeck of Canandaigua; sisters Florence Howes of Batavia; Linda Cookinham of Webster; grandson Joshua Conover; along with several nieces and nephews. 
 
There will be no prior calling hours. Funeral Services will be private. Interment in Boughton Hill Cemetery in Victor, NY.
 
For more information or to sign the guest registry please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or call 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 W. Main St. Batavia, NY 14020.
 
 

MRS. EDNA A. MILLER

By Joshua Smith

Batavia - Mrs. Edna A. Miller, 77, of Batavia, retired school teacher at Oakfield-Alabama Central School in Oakfield, died Friday, September 10, 2010at United Memorial Medical Center.

Mrs. Miller was born December 28, 1932 in Danville, Illinois, the daughter of the late Charles William and Florence Gruber Miller, granddaughter of the late Edna Miller and sister of the late William (Ann) Miller.
 
A 1972 graduate of Geneseo State College, she was a member of the New York State Retired Teacher's Association, New York State United Teachers Association, the National Education Association and a former member of Delta Kappa Gamma.
 
She began her teaching career at St. Joseph's School where she taught for three years and retired from Oakfield-Alabama Central School in 1992 after 20 years. She also worked at Genesee Community College where she taught Secondary Summer School, CETA Program, SAT preparation courses, an ABE Instructor and served as an English tutor.
 
A member of St. Joseph's Church, she was a CCD instructor, a counter for the church and a member of the Sodality. She volunteered her time at RAP, the March of Dimes, Meals on Wheels, PAVE - Ministry of Concern, Crossroads House and as a Literacy Volunteer.
 
Survivors include two loving sons, Alfred Panepinto and Russell (Renee') Panepinto, both of Batavia; adoring grandchildren, Michael Panepinto, Rachel Panepinto and Josie Panepinto, all of Batavia and several  nieces and nephews.

There are no prior calling hours. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, September 18th at   10 a.m. at Resurrection Parish - St. Joseph's Church, 301 East Main Street, Batavia. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Crossroads House, P.O. Box 403, Batavia, New York 14021.Condolences may be made at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements were completed by the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.

Lois Falker

By T.J. Woodward

 

Lois Falker, 75 of Corfu, NY died September 11, 2010 at United Memorial Medical Center. Born November 2, 1934 in Pembroke, NY, daughter of the late John (Caroline Schwartz) Finkney. She is preceded in death by a daughter Katherine Step-Falker, brothers Kenneth, Billy, Gerald Finkney and sister Pamela Heineman.
 
 She is survived by her husband Loren Falker of Corfu, and son Ken Falker of Corfu. Brother Ronald (Betty) Finkney of Corfu, sisters Linda (Vince) Heineman of Oakfield, Diane (Marvin) Rosenberg of Pembroke; Carol (Brian) O’Brien of Williamsville and brother-in-law Gerard Heineman of Corfu. 4 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren survive along with several nieces and nephews. 
 
There will be no prior calling hours. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday September 15, 2010 at 11:00AM at the Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc., 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. 
 
Memorials may be made to HomeCare & Hospice, 550 East Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. For more information or to sign the online guest registry please go to www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or call 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 W. Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. 

Elizabeth Eleanor Pastecki

By Ronald Konieczny

It is with great sadness that the family of Elizabeth Eleanor Pastecki announce her death on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at Genseee County Nursing Home on the first floor Memory Unit.

A long time Batavia resident, she was born in Buffalo, 98 years ago on November 2, 1911, a daughter of the late Lewis and Agnes Wozniak Sikorski.  Her husband, Anthony Adam Pastecki died on August 30, 1982.

Mrs. pastecki reitred from Melton Shirt Factory and was a member of Sacred Heart Church, the Altar and Rosary Society and the Polsih Falconettes.  She enjoyed playing bingo and cards and loved crocheting afghans.

Surviving are her children, Maryann Fasano of Batavia and her children, Michael Fasano III and Maria and Darryle Streeter.  David and Marilyn Pastecki of Batavia and their children, Robert and Anya Pastecki and Douglas Pastecki.  Peter and Kathleen Pastecki of Rochester and their children, Stephen and Bobbie Pastecki and Megan and Pablo Molina.  Her great grandchildren, Julia and Benjamin Streeter, Ryan Pastecki, Nicholas Pastecki and Cesar and Alex Molina.  Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Visitation will be Tuesday from 4 - 8 PM at the J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA.  Prayers will be Wednesday at 8:45 AM at the J. Leonard McAndrew Funeral Home  followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 AM at Ascension Parish (Sacred Heart Church).  Entombment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery.

The Altar and Rosary Society will recite the Rosary at 3:45 PM at the Funeral Home on Tuesday. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Genesee County Nursing Home first floor Dementia Unit, 278 Bank St., Batavia, NY  14020.

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

Arrangements were entrusted to the J .LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, RONALD P. KONIECZNY, DIRECTOR & VETERAN.

Bonnie M. Paolucci

By T.J. Woodward

 

Bonnie M. Paolucci, 56 of Depew, NY died September 9, 2010 at Hospice Buffalo, Inc. in Cheektowaga, NY. Born May 1, 1954 in Bradford, PA daughter of the late George (Joyce Norton) Sequerth. Bonnie was employed by YRC, Inc. in Buffalo. Preceded in death by a brother Daniel Sequerth. 
 
Bonnie is survived by her husband Americo “Rick” Paolucci of Depew, son Anthony Paolucci of Depew, daughters Michelle (Randy) Allen of Lancaster and Nicole Paolucci of Brockport. Brothers George (Anne) Sequerth III of Olean, Timothy (Anne Marie) Sequerth of Elba, sisters Barb Currier and Lisa Sequerth both of Batavia.  Two grandchildren Katelyn and Kimberly Allen of Lancaster, her father and mother in law Umberto and Frances Paolucci of Florida survive along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. 
 
Friends may call on Sunday September 12, 2010 from 3 to 7 PM at the Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc., 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. Prayers will be recited at the funeral home on Monday at 10:30AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM in Ascension Parish (St. Anthony’s), 122 Liberty Street, Batavia, New York. Burial in Machpelah Cemetery, LeRoy, NY. 
 
The family suggests memorials to Hospice Buffalo, Inc. 225 Como Park Blvd, Cheektowaga, NY 14227.   For more information or to sign the online guest registry please go to www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or call 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 W. Main St. Batavia, NY 14020.
 

CAROL L. DWORZACK

By Michael Tomaszewski

   Age 56, of Grand Island formerly of Batavia, NY died peacefully Thursday Sept. 9, 2010 at Kenmore Mercy Hospital after a brave two year battle with breast cancer. She was born March 9, 1954 in New Orleans, LA daughter of Jack A. Randorf of Alden and the late Doris (Snowden) Randorf in 2004. Carol was employed at the UB North Campus in the University Bookstore and previously worked for K-Mart in Batavia & Buffalo and also for JoAnn Fabrics prior to her illness. A member of the Corvettes of Buffalo with her husband she enjoyed car rides and going to dinner. Carol loved to garden, feed birds, knit, garage sales and craft shows. She had an exceptional love for family especially her grandchildren. An avid reader Carol and her family had a yearly book reading competition that she won last year.

   Surviving along with her father is her beloved husband Steven Dworzack of Grand Island; loving children Kristy A. (Jonathan) Snyder of Hampton, VA; Kelly M. Stone of Batavia & David  A. Dworzack of Grand Island. Brothers Jeff (Patty) Randorf of East Aurora; John (Jamie) Randorf of Schenectady; grandchildren Kayla A. & Benjamin T. Stone both of Batavia; her mother-in-law Marian Dworzack of Batavia and sister-in-law Sheila Craver of LeRoy along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.

   The family will be present from 4-8 PM Monday Sept. 13, 2010 at the Michael S. Tomaszewski Funeral & Cremation Chapel, LLC 4120 west Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where a Celebration of Life Service will begin at 7:00 PM. In lieu of flowers memorials in her memory are suggested to the family or to Kenmore Mercy Hospital.

Arrangements completed by the Michael S. Tomaszewski Funeral & Cremation Chapel, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 ~ For more information please call Michael at (585)343-7500. 

Alyce M. Syracuse

By T.J. Woodward

 

 Alyce M. Syracuse, 98 of Rochester formerly of Batavia, NY died September 7, 2010 in Park Ridge Hospital, Rochester NY. Born July 12, 1912 in Batavia, NY daughter of the late James (Rose LoTempio) Munsell. Mrs. Syracuse was retired from Batavia Times where she was a proof reader for many years and a member of Ascension Parish (St. Anthony’s). 
 
Preceded in death by her husband Louis R. Syracuse who died in 1981, brother Peter Munsell, sisters Florence Walton, Anna Trimarche, Mary Polino and Josephine Dispenza. She is survived by her daughter Sharon Lehmann of Byron. 4 Grandchildren  Frederick Lehmann of Rochester, Michael (Melissa) Lehmann of Rochester, Kristina (Steve) Martino of California and Debora Lehmann of Byron,10 great grandchildren survive along with nieces and nephews. 
 
Friends may call from 3 to 7 PM on Thursday September 9, 2010 at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc., 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. Prayers will be recited on Friday at 9:00 AM at the Funeral Home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 AM in Ascension Parish (St. Anthony’s site), 122 Liberty Street, Batavia. Entombment will take place in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum. 
 
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be made to Genesee County ARC, 64 Walnut Street, Batavia, New York 14020.    For more information or to sign the online guest registry please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or call (343-8260). Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 W. Main St. Batavia, NY 14020.    
 

Arlene J. Moscicki Corbett

By Ronald Konieczny

Arlene J. Moscicki Corbett, 85, of Akron, died Monday (September 6, 2010) at Brothers of Mercy Nursing Home in Clarence.

She was born in Batavia on April 16, 1925 a daughter of the late Joseph and Hedwig Krzanowicz Moscicki.

Mrs. Corbett was a seamstress for many years and enjoyed cooking and friending with her classmates.  She loved eating out with her breakfast club and was a longtime member of St. Teresa of Avila R.C. Church in Akron.  She was a teller at the Bank of Akron for many years prior to her retirement.

Surviving are two daughters and a son in law, Nancy Blair of Orlando, FL and Barbara and Ronald Walker of Depew.  Her son and daughter in law, Alan and Candice Corbett of Berea, OH. Five grandchildren, Sarah Blair, Ryan (Stacy) Walker, Andrew Walker, Jacqueline Corbett and Adam Corbett.  Four great grandchildren, Ryan Cash Walker, Vanessa Blair, Isabella Blair and Addison Corbett.

Two sisters, Eleanor (late Sal) Polito and Genevieve (late Eugene) Adamski both of Batavia.

She was the sister of the late, Stanley (late Justine) Moscicki and Leo (late Maxine) Moscicki.

Calling hours will be Thursday from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8PM at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, 32 JOHN ST., AKRON where prayers will be Friday at 9:30AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10AM at St. Teresa of Avila R.C. Church.  Burial will follow in St. Teresa's Cemetery.

Those desiring may make memorial contributions to St. Teresa's Church or Akron Volunteer Fire Co.

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

Arrangements were entrusted to the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, 32 JOHN ST., AKRON.  RONALD P. KONIECZNY, DIRECTOR & VETERAN.

Maria Ardiri Cuttitta

By Ronald Konieczny

Maria Ardiri Cuttitta, 89, of Batavia, died Monday (September 6, 2010) from a short illness surrounded by her family at Crossroads House.

Thank you to the wonderful care of hospice, Crossroads House and Dr. Suarana Naiik.  Maria was an extraordinary and devoted woman, wife, grandmother and great grandmother.

She was born in San Piero Patti, Sicily on May 2, 1921, a daughter of the late Anthony and Rosaria Pricoli Ardiri.   Her husband, John (Giovanni) Cuttitta died in 1987.  They would have celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary  on this date.

Surviving are her five children, Antoinette and Tino Camuti of Brampton, Ontario, Angelo and Mary Lee Cuttitta of Nevada, Missouri, Anthony and Heather Cuttitta of Attica, Joseph Cuttitta of Attiica and Maria and Churck Foley of Batavia.  Thirteen grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren also survive. 

Maria was one of eight children and has living siblings overseas, Carmello (Tindara) Ardiri of Pavia, Concetta, Rosa, Maria Teresa and Tindara.  She was the sister of the late Grazia and Catena, all of Sicily.  Several wonderful nieces, nephews and cousins in all parts of the world including, Switzerland, Germany, Australia and New York. 

Maria was a homemaker for most of her life.  She loved her flower and vegetable gardens which took up her whole back yard.  She was always giving and sharing with family and friends.  Maria was very proud of her gardens and was always complimented by everyone on them.  She truly was the best Mom ever.  She loved her children and grandchildren in her own special way, unconditionally.  Her passing is leaving a huge hole in all the hearts of those whose lives she touched. 

No prior calling hours.  Friends and family may attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday at 11AM at Ascension Parish (St. Anthony's Church).  Entombment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery.

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

Memorial donations may be made to the family.  "Mom, you are forever in our hearts".

Arrangements were entrusted to the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA.  RONALD P. KONIECZNY, DIRECTOR & VETERAN

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