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Richard D. “Tubby” Weber

By T.J. Woodward

Richard D. “Tubby” Weber, 55 of Batavia, passed away Saturday, January 21, 2017 peacefully at his home. He was born April 29, 1961 in Batavia, to the late Duane (Beverly Bump) Weber. He is preceded in death by a son Nicholas R. Weber, siblings Patricia Sanders, John Weber, Michael Weber, Kenny Alwart and a brother-in-law Carl “Jiggs” Shetler.

Mr. Weber worked in construction and roofing for most of his life. He was attending services at St. James Episcopal Church in Batavia. Tubby beat cancer twice, he was always smiling and he loved his family dearly.  

He is survived by his daughters Ryan (Keith) Weber Besaw of Batavia; Nicole (Chris) Dunham of Attica; siblings Toni Weber of Batavia; Elaine Shetler of Alabama, NY; Duane Weber of Bowling Green, KY; Raymond Smart of Pembroke; grandchildren Jacob, Memphis, Samson; along with many nieces and nephews.  

Friends are invited to call on Saturday January 28, 2017 from 11AM to 1PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020. A 1:00 PM Celebration of Life will immediately follow at the Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest in Cary Cemetery, Oakfield.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Wilmot Cancer Institute 601 Elmwood Ave. Rochester, NY 14642. For More information please call (585) 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 St. Batavia, New York 14020.

Adolf "Al" Brandl

By Ronald Konieczny

Adolf "Al" Brandl, 74 of Clarence and formerly of Akron, passed away peacefully on Sunday (January 22, 2017) at Buffalo General Hospital.

He was born July 19, 1942 in Keibel, Germany, a son of the late Rudolf and Erna Ambrosius Brandl.

Mr. Brandl came to America in 1952 and became a U.S. citizen in 1962. He served his country with the U.S. Army from 1963-1966. He was known to many as the “Best Meat Cutter” who ever worked at Super Duper and Tops Markets, having owned his own Super Duper Store in the Buffalo. Al also played saxophone for the famous Brandl Brothers German Band, entertaining many at various parties and German Festivals.

He is survived by his loving wife of almost 50 years, Linda Zintl Brandl. Children, Lisa Ammon, Tony (Carol) Brandl, Kim (Mike) Holland and Karen (Bob Lang) Hawes. Grandchildren, Kari Ammon, Anthony, Cassandra, Cydney and Alex Brandl, Jack and Cooper Holland, Austin and Bryce Hawes. Brothers, Franz Brandl, Sigmund Brandl and John (Sandra) Brandl. Brother in-law, John (Carole) Zintl. Sisters in-law, Marlene Zintl and Frieda Brandl. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his brother, Jerry Brandl; sisters in-law, Annette Brandl and Emma Brandl.

There will be no prior visitation. Family and friends are cordially invited to his Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday (January 26th), 11:00am at Our Lady of Peace R.C. Church, 10950 Main St., Clarence NY. He will be laid to rest in Clarence Fillmore Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his name to a charity of the donor’s choice. Expressions of condolence may be shared with the family at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

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

 

Betty (Krueger) Lander

By Joshua Smith

Batavia - Betty (Krueger) Lander, 89, of Batavia, died Thursday (January 19, 2017) at the United Memorial Medical Center.

Betty was born July 2, 1927 in Elba, a daughter of the late John and Huldah (Bratt) Krueger.

Betty was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Batavia and its 20-30 Club.  Betty was a fan of country music, a microfilm technician for the Douglas Aircraft in Santa Monica, California and she frequently visited England.  She attended Elba High School and was a 1947 graduate of Santa Monica High School. 

Survivors include one son, James (Sarah) Lander of England; three grandchildren, Jamie Hughes, George Lander and Victoria Lander, two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews including Kathy (Larry) Belluscio of Byron.

Betty is the wife of the late Harmon Lander, mother of the late John Lander and sister of the late John Krueger, Virginia Temple and Bertha Oliphant.  

Calling hours are Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main St., Batavia.  Services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday at the First Presbyterian Church, 300 East Main Street, Batavia.  A reception will be held in the fellowship hall of the church immediately after Betty’s funeral. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery, Batavia.  Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, 300 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020.

Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Betty’s memory at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Brayden Robert Salvaterra

By LaVern Falcone

Elba ~ Brayden Robert Salvaterra, age 5, passed away unexpectedly into the arms of the angels on Monday morning, January 23, 2017.

    

He was born February 3, 2011 in Buffalo, a son of Michael Salvaterra and Bridget Towers.

     Brayden, will be remembered as a tough, but very loving person, who enjoyed playing hockey, baseball and riding his 4-wheeler.  He was a proud kindergartner at Elba Central School and had a passion and love for being outdoors and being able to help build things, but his biggest love was for his family and his rescue kitty, Luca.

     He will be forever missed by Mom and Dad, Bridget and Michael; maternal grandparents, Ron and Joyce Towers; maternal great-grandmother, Shirley Towers; paternal grandmother, Carm O'Geen; aunts and uncles, Darren (Laura) Towers, Brooke (Nate) Lindquist, Dustin Towers, Katie Salvaterra (Gary Stymus), Lisa Gautieri and Rebecca Salvaterra (Mike Mattern), along with several loving cousins and dear friends.  He was predeceased by his paternal grandfather, Robert Salvaterra.

     Brayden's family will be present to receive friends on Friday from 4 ~ 8 P.M. at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy.  His Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday at 11:00 A.M. at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter's Church, 44 Lake Street, LeRoy.  Interment will be private.

     The courtesy of no flowers is requested, with memorials suggested to Brayden's family to assist them in establishing a memorial fund in Brayden's name that will be utilized in the Elba Community.

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

     Brayden and his family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. in LeRoy.  585-768-2400

Marilyn J. Koch

By T.J. Woodward

Marilyn J. Koch, 77, of Batavia passed away peacefully on Monday January 23, 2017 at the United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. She was born on January 1, 1940 in Cook County, KY to the late James and Myrle (Boothe) Hoover. In addition to her parents, Marilyn is predeceased by her husband Emmett W. Koch; daughter Pamela Eckert; siblings Roger and Pearl.

She loved her kids more than anything in the world, always putting them first. Marilyn was a strong willed woman who will be cherished by her family.

Marilyn is survived by her sons; Michael Fitzgerald, Kenneth Koch, and Daniel (Danielle) Koch, step son Hal Koch and daughter in law Susan Koch; brother Larry; sister Sharon and sister in law Grace; grandchildren Danielle (Christopher) Dwyer, Heather Krebs, Daniel Koch, Briana and Brittany Fitzgerald; great grandchildren Emma Dwyer, Carter Krebs, Cameron and Zoe Bradley along with many nieces and nephews and her faithful dog Susie aka Wiggles.

Friends are invited to call on Friday January 27, 2017 from 5:00-7:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020 where a 7:00PM Celebration of Life will immediately follow at the Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest with her daughter Pam in Grandview Cemetery in Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Diabetes Association http://www.diabetes.org/ 2451 Crystal Drive, Suite 900 Arlington, VA 22202. For more information please call (585) 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 St. Batavia, New York 14020.

MARGARET A. HOFMANN

By Michael Tomaszewski

MARGARET A. HOFMANN

Age 79, of Attica, died peacefully Sunday afternoon January 15, 2017 at the Genesee County Nursing Home. She was born November 16, 1937 in Alexander, a daughter of the late Charles and Margaret (Gilhooly) Buckenmeyer, also preceded in death by siblings, Catherine Raines, Lucy Moag, Mary Falkowski, Dorothy Moynihan, Elizabeth, Charles & George Buckenmeyer.   

Margaret was truly devoted to her husband, James, over the last few years as his health deteriorated. She was a constant for her boys and grandsons, whom she always put first in her life. 

Surviving is her husband, James R. Hofmann Sr. of Batavia, and their sons, James R. (Laurene) Hofmann Jr. of Lima and their sons, Justin and Jason; Gregory (Kim Johnson) Hofmann of Fairport; brothers, Bernard (Geraldine) Buckenmeyer, Francis Buckenmeyer both of Alexander; sisters-in-law, Violet Buckenmeyer, Dorothy Buckenmeyer and Joan (Paul) Dickinson.  

Please join the Hofmann family to celebrate Margaret's Mass of Christian Burial 12 Noon Friday January 27, 2017 at Resurrection Parish (St. Mary's Site), Batavia. She will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her memory are suggested to Genesee Cancer Assistance, Inc. c/o UMMC 127 North Street Batavia, New York 14020. 

Please share your words of comfort with Margaret's family at www.tomaszewskifh.com or for more information please call Michael at (585)343-7500. 

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

Richard S. “Dick” Penepent

By Joshua Smith

Byron – Richard S. “Dick” Penepent, 90, of Byron, passed away Friday, (January 20, 2017) at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Facility, in LeRoy.

Mr. Penepent was born January 15, 1927 in Batavia, a son of the late Anthony and Mary (Panepinto) Penepent.

He is the husband of Althea (Schramm) Penepent of Byron.  The two were married on November 21, 1953.

Dick is the former owner of WNY Concrete and was an avid gardener.

Surviving along with his wife are his children, Richard S. Penepent, II of Chili, Joseph A. (Jeanne) Penepent of Byron, Paul Penepent of Basiel, Switzerland, Jayne (Joseph Basile) Penepent of Greece and Dina (Joseph) Masi of Long Valley, NJ; a daughter-in-law, Deborah Penepent of Bergen; sisters-in-law, Gertrude Penepent, and Sophie Penepent both of Batavia.  16 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren also survive.

Dick is preceded in death by a daughter, Valerie Elizabeth Penepent; a son, Eugene “Geno” Penepent; and brothers, Philip (late Constance) Penepent, Angelo Penepent, Francis Penepent, and Anthony Penepent, Jr.

Friends may call on Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main St., Batavia.  Richard’s Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday morning at 10:00 a.m. at Resurrection Parish – St. Joseph’s Church, 303 East Main St., Batavia.    Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Genesee ARC, 64 Walnut St., Batavia, NY 14020 or Special Olympics, 2801 Wehrle Drive, Suite 12, Williamsville, NY 14221.

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

Wannetah H. Pitz

By Joshua Smith

Wannetah H. Pitz (88) died peacefully on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home surrounded by her children and the caring staff of LVG.  She was born November 22, 1928 in Akron, Ohio, the daughter of Foster Eugene Hall and Gladys Correen Pressler Hall.

Wannetah’s life was marked by her artistic talent, hospitality, love of society, generosity, and laughter.  Her family lived in Detroit, Michigan during her high school years where she was trained as an artist at the Cass Technical High School.  The friends she made during those years were always very precious to her.  She was married to Donald Frank Pitz on January 25, 1944.  They lived in Ypsilanti, Michigan while her husband earned his degree in architecture and then relocated to Camillus, New York.  During those years, Wannetah continued her art education at University of Michigan and Syracuse University.

Wannetah used her talent in a variety of jobs during her life including as layout artist for newspaper advertisement for the Globe Department Store, Activities Assistant at Samaritan-Keep Nursing Home, and as an employee with Craftime Store from which she retired in 1991.

Wannetah reveled in the company of others and often welcomed others into her home whether it was a resident at the Nursing Home for Thanksgiving Dinner, a dear friend, or a young person who needed a safe, calm haven for a time.  She was an avid bridge player, participating in several bridge clubs and hosting her Monday morning kitchen bridge group for several years.  Her children recall the evening parties while they were growing up and how their mother’s laughter would rise above all others as they listened from the stairs.

Wannetah was generous and tried to help others along the way through her service with Trinity Church, the Haas Scholarship Fund, the Flowering Twig at Samaritan-Keep Nursing Home, the Young Artist’s Award with the Arts Association of Northern New York, the Pitz Family Helping Hand Fund at Jefferson Community College, or with advice and guidance from someone who didn’t always have it easy but found beauty in life every day.

Wannetah is predeceased by her parents, husband Donald Frank Pitz; brother Warren Glenn (Alice) Hall;  sister and partner in gales of laughter Sue Vitale; and daughter-in-law, Donna Wildrick Pitz.  Surviving are brother-in-law William Vitale; niece Cindy Lewis; nieces Karen (Ray) Gauthier and Jane (John) Wills; nephews Michael Hall and Steve (Li Meng) Hall; sons Donn Andrew Pitz of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; and Scott Darwin Pitz of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and daughter Dorian Sue Pitz (Gregory) Ely of Batavia, New York.  For her grandchildren, Wannetah leaves wonderful memories of Campbell’s Point, summer camp in Northern New York, snow ice cream, and laughter, most of all laughter.  In the words of her grandchildren, “I am thinking of how great a laugh Grammy had, it would die down almost to a sigh and then start up all over again.  So great. It was contagious.”  Wannetah was very proud of her intelligent, handsome and lovely grandchildren: Scott Linton Pitz of Baltimore, Maryland; Kathyrn Lee (Ed Yoo) Pitz of Brooklyn, New York; Cody Read Pitz of Telluride, Colorado; Alexandra Corinne (Rachel Lang) Pitz of Brooklyn, New York; Eva Cassandra Pitz of Pittsburgh, Pennyslvania; Samantha Johanna Pitz of St. Louis, Missouri; Elizabeth Nita (Michael) Collee of Batavia, New York; and R. Willets Ely of Queens, New York.

Wannetah served as an organ and tissue donor as her final act of generosity.  A memorial service will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church in the Summer of 2017 at the convenience of the family.  Memorial donations may be made to: Trinity Episcopal Church, 227 Sherman Street, Watertown, New York 13601; National Museum of Women in the Arts, PO Box 120, Merrifield, Virginia 22116-964022116-9640 (https://nmwa.org/support/giving/donate); or St. James Episcopal Church, 405 East Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020.

Arrangements were completed by the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home of Batavia, (585) 343-8868.   Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Wannetah’s memory at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

 

Evelyn E. Russell

By T.J. Woodward

Evelyn E. Russell, 79 of East Pembroke, passed away Tuesday January 17, 2017 surrounded by her family at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. She was born July 26, 1937 in South Butler, NY to the late Paul (Mable Griffin) Graham. She is preceded in death by her husband Raymond G. Russell.

Mrs. Russell worked for many years at Angelica in Batavia. She enjoyed spending time with her family and loved them all very much.  

She is survived by her loving children Christine ( Randy) Klawer of East Pembroke; Patricia Turner of AL; Ricky (Lynn) Ball of PA; William (Nina) Ball of Batavia; Robert (Cheryl) Ball of Batavia; Linda (Paul) Bisig of Batavia; Pamela “Rustie” (Louis) Reeb of Corfu; siblings William (Charlotte) Graham, Albert Graham both of Batavia; Nelson Graham of IL; Carolyn Epps of Batavia; special neighbors Paul (Kim) McCollough of East Pembroke, 19 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and “adopted” family members.  

Friends are invited to call on Friday January 20, 2017 from 4-7PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020. An 11:00 AM Funeral Service will be held on Saturday January 21, 2017 at the Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest in Hillside Cemetery, East Pembroke.

Memorials may be made to Genesee Cancer Assistance 16 Bank St. Batavia, NY 14020 or to Palliative Care Program 601 Elmwood Ave., Box 687 Rochester, NY 14642. For more information please call (585) 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 St. Batavia, New York 14020.

ELEANOR R. KINGSLEY

By Michael Tomaszewski

ELEANOR R. KINGSLEY

Age 89, of Pavilion, died Monday January 16, 2017 at Orchard Manor Nursing in Medina. She was born February 13, 1927 in Perry, NY daughter of the late Willard and Esther (Watkins) Creveling also preceded in death by her husband, Edgar Kingsley in 2009, sister, Naomi Upham; grandchildren, Kurt Kingsley and Denise Kingsley. 

Mrs. Kingsley was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother to her family and for many years owned and operated Country Fabrics. She enjoyed baking, sewing, quilting, needlepoint, ceramics and was always ready to see her son-in-law, Bill Pitcher's band perform. 

Surviving are her devoted children, Sandra (Mike) Whalen of Pavilion, Cheryl (Bill) Pitcher of Batavia, Craig (Linda) Kingsley, Dennis Kingsley and Douglas Kingsley all of Pavilion; grandchildren, Andrew (Jane) Whalen, Mark (Gail) Whalen & Robert Whalen, Tim and Adam Pitcher, Molly (late Arthur) Smith, Cara (Rob) LaPoint, Casey (Mike) Tucci, Kate (Travis) Sic, Kim (Mark) Kinney, Krystal Kingsley, Amy Kingsley (Chad) and Jamie (Chad) Leuer; 21 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild along with many nieces and nephews. 

Eleanor's family will be present from 5-6p.m. Sunday January 22, 2017, at the Dibble Family Center 4110 West Main Street Rd. Batavia with a time of sharing and reflection at 6p.m. followed by a dinner reception. She will be laid to rest in Pittsford Cemetery and memorials in her memory can be made to the Pavilion Fire Co. & Rescue Squad. 

Please share your memories of Eleanor with her family at http://www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information please call Michael at (585)343-7500. 

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

GEORGE W. CROCKER

By Michael Tomaszewski

GEORGE W. CROCKER

Age 85, of Batavia, died peacefully Sunday January 15, 2017 at Buffalo General Hospital. He was born June 10, 1931 in Batavia, NY a son of the late Ward B. and Frances (Muxworthy) Crocker, also preceded in death by his first wife, Donna J. (Manning) Crocker in 1983 and his daughter, Jacqueline Serrano in 2014. 

George was a 1949 graduate of Batavia High School was a United States Marine Veteran having served during the Korean Conflict. He was retired from the former Sylvania company in Batavia. He was an avid sports fan, love to play golf and was a member of the VFW Post #1602 in Batavia. George was a family man who especially enjoyed his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

Surviving is his wife of 16 years, Nancy (Colton) Crocker of Batavia; his children, Renee (Donald) Gavenda of Batavia, Thomas (Nancy) Crocker of San Diego, CA, Jon (Laura Gonzalez) Crocker of Batavia and step-daughter, Amy Knight of Penfield; 8 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren survive along with many friends. 

George's family invites all to attend a Celebration of Life/Military Honors 11:00a.m. Thursday January 19 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020, he will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery and in lieu of flowers memorials in his memory are suggested to Hospice Buffalo 225 Como Park Blvd. PO Box 590 Buffalo, NY 14240-0590. 

Please share your thoughts and memories of George with his family at www.tomaszewskifh.com 

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

Albert Fred McVay

By T.J. Woodward
Albert Fred McVay, 85, of Alexander passed away peacefully on Monday January 16, 2017 at the United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. He was born on April 22, 1931 in Warsaw to the late Merle and Laura (Gould) McVay. He is preceded in death by his sons Lloyd A. McVay, and Dennis L. McVay; siblings Kenneth (Mary) McVay, Leslie McVay, Alfred McVay, Richard (Corrine) Dunham and Arloween (Robert) Johnson.
 
Albert served with the United States Marine Corps as a Radio Operator in Korea. He worked at Sylvania in Batavia, the Batavia School District, and doing  work for many other people. He was a member of the Attica First Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon, Trustee and also served as a Deacon and Sunday school teacher at the West Bethany Baptist Church. Albert was a member of the Adventures of Attica First Baptist Church, The Marine Corps League, West Bethany Cemetery Association, and the Alexander Happy Agers.
 
He is survived by his loving wife of almost 60 years Ruth (Alwardt) McVay of Alexander; his children Denise McVay of Attica, Wendy (David) Parker of Venice, FL., Bernie McVay of Batavia, Sandra (Todd) Schrauger of Jacksonville, FL., Duane (Vickie) McVay of Oakfield; sister in law Millie McVay of East Pembroke; 9 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. 
 
Family and Friends are invited to call on Friday January 20, 2017 from 4:00-8:00 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. An 11:00AM Funeral Service will be held on Saturday the 21st at the Attica First Baptist Church 3 Prospect St. in Attica. He will be laid to rest in the West Bethany Cemetery.
 
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alexander Fire Dept. P.O. Box 336 Alexander, NY 14005 or the Attica First Baptist Church 3 Prospect St. in Attica. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011

Betty W. Estabrook

By T.J. Woodward

Betty W. Estabrook, age 93, of Perry, passed away on Sunday January 15, 2017 at the Wyoming County Nursing Facility in Warsaw where she had been residing. Betty was born in Holley, New York on August 23, 1923 a daughter of the late Frank W. and Dortha (Maxon) Warne. Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Paul Estabrook who passed away in 1969; a son Burton Estabrook who passed away in 1996; a grandson Adam Webster who passed away in 2015 and a brother Calvin Warren who passed away in 2006.

Betty was a 1942 graduate of Batavia High School. She worked many years at the family business the former Warne’s Furniture store in Perry. She served with the US Navy Waves during WWII. Betty was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Perry.

She is survived by a daughter; Gail (Bruce) Webster of Warsaw; a son Alan (Margaret Bank) Estabrook of Brighton; a daughter-in-law Deborah Estabrook of Cincinnati, OH., sister-in-law Norma Warne of Fl.; grandchildren Paul (Molly Flaherty) Webster, Michael Webster, Jennifer Webster, Bradley (Leslie) Rosenthal and Stephanie (Gary) Cooper; 7 great grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior visitation. A 3:00PM Graveside Service will be held on Saturday January 21, 2017 at Glenwood Cemetery in Perry where she will be laid to rest.

Memorials may be made to the Perry Public Library 70 N. Main St. Perry, NY 14530 or to Home Care and Hospice 450 N. Main St. Warsaw, NY 14569 or visit www.homecare-hospice.org. 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.

ALBERT H. MAXWELL

By Lisa Ace

 Albert H. Maxwell, 91, of Melbourne, FL formerly from Batavia, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2017 with family by his side. 
Albert was born April 7, 1925 in Alden. He served in WWII from 1944-1946 as a member of the 89th Infantry Division where he received the Army of Occupation Medal, European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal and WWII Victory Medal.

Al was a loyal truck driver for Tyler Truck Lines for many years until he retired in 1990. In the past, he enjoyed fishing, some traveling, line dancing, movies and dining out. 

Al is survived by his children; Richard (Darleen) Maxwell of Batavia; Judy (Al Paolucci) of Melbourne, FL; Jeff (Sandy) Maxwell of Oakfield; Becky Downs of Melbourne, FL; and his dearest companion, Josephina Moreno and her children. He was predeceased in death by his son, Albert H. Maxwell II. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, ten great grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews. 

Burial will be in Cary Cemetery at the convenience of the family. 

 

Lynette C. "Scottie" Graham

By LaVern Falcone

LeRoy ~ Lynette C. "Scottie" Graham, age 78, of Griswold Circle, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday morning (January 15, 2017) in the loving presence of her family.

     She was born April 25, 1938 in Glasgow, Scotland, a daughter of the late John and Christina Brock Laughlin. 

     Scottie traveled to America in 1952 by herself, as a 12 year old aboard the ocean liner, Mauretania, to live with her sister, Helen and brother-in-law, Richard Ladd.  Her sister, Helen, who had been in America for a few years with Richard, a WWII soldier, that she met and married in Scotland, had arrived here in 1948 as a war bride.  They paid Scottie's passage here to give her a chance at a better life in America.

     She first lived with them in Batavia and then they moved to LeRoy, where she has resided ever since.  She graduated from LeRoy Central School in 1956.  This is where she got the nickname "Scottie".  She also met her future husband, David Graham, here as well.  She became an American citizen in 1961 before she was married.  She and David married on October 14, 1961 and celebrated their 55th anniversary this past October.

     In 1988, Scottie began her career at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.  She never dreamed she would be there for 29 years.  She was an Angel to so many patients that were on the same journey that she has now gone through.  Lynette believed that we have many angels amongst us and in the final days of our lives, they are present to guide us peacefully home to our Lord.

     She will be sadly missed by her loving and devoted husband, David; daughter and son-in-law, Sarah and Mark Tomaszewski; granddaughters, Conor Rose Tomaszewski and Krysta Graham Tomaszewski; sister, Helen L. Ladd; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Jack and Marty Graham, "grand-dog", Harley Tomaszewski, along with many nieces and nephews.

     In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her siblings, Catherine Cavanaugh, Christina Campbell, Isabelle Laughlin and Hugh Laughlin; in-laws, John and Isabelle Graham; brother-in-law, Richard Ladd and sister-in-law, Nancy Graham Grayson Heath.

     A special thank you to mom's niece, Leslie, for staying by mom's side and the family's.

     The family also wants to thank the Homecare & Hospice people for all their wonderful care to both Scottie and her family.

     There will be No Prior Calling Hours.  Graveside services will be announced at a later date in the spring.

     Contributions can be made to the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home, 10 Munson Street, LeRoy, NY 14482, where a fund has been established to construct a special garden area for the residents in memory of Scottie.

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

     Mrs. Graham and her family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. 585-768-2400

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