Obituaries

Matthew E. Good, 30, of Batavia passed away on Sunday August 11, 2019 in Buffalo. He was born in Batavia on December 7, 1988 to Gerald and Diane (Stewart) Good Jr. He is predeceased by his brother; Dustin Good; and Grandfather Albert Stewart.

Matt graduated from Attica High School and Genesee Community College. He loved the hippy lifestyle. Matt enjoyed skateboarding and music, especially the Grateful Dead and was a self-taught guitarist. He worked as an Auto Body Technician in Buffalo.

In addition to his parents, Matt is survived by his grandparents; Gerald and Charlene Good of Batavia and Anita Stewart of Delphi, NY; his siblings Chad (Tara) Good of FL., Shane (Jaime) Good of West Seneca and Logan (Leah) Good of Batavia.

Family and friends are invited to call on Friday August 16, 2019 from 4:00-7:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A 10:00AM Graveside Service will be held on Saturday August 17^th at Forest Hill Cemetery in Attica where Matt will be laid to rest.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. 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.

ELEANOR D. MASON ~ Age 96, of LeRoy, formerly of Elba died peacefully Monday August 12, 2019 at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home. She was born in Batavia, NY on July 28, 1923, a daughter of the late Clarence H. and Jessie May (Pfann) Driggs, also preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur Alan Mason (1967); son, David Allen Mason (2013); siblings, Roy and George Driggs and Florence Roth.

Eleanor was a longtime member of the Elba Presbyterian Church and the Elba Grange. She was a teacher for Pembroke/Corfu Schools, member of Delta Kappa Gamma and the retired Teachers Association. Eleanor loved to shop, crochet and was always most proud of her family

She is survived by her beloved children, Sue Ann Ames of Elba, Linda Jean (Ronald) Webster of VA; daughter-in-law, Heidi Mason of Penfield; cherished grandchildren, Jenny Mason, Wendy Mason, Katie (Jason) Dardinier, Holly (David) Kluge, Deborah (Leo) Starowitz, Rebecca Ann Ames, Jeffrey C. Ames, Peter (Paige) Webster and Heather (Jason) Moore;14 great-grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews.

The Mason family will be present from 6-8p.m. on Wednesday August 14, 2019 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where Funeral Services will be held 11a.m. Thursday Aug. 15. She will be laid to rest in Maple Lawn Cemetery, Elba, NY and in lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association of WNY 2805 Wehrle Drive Buffalo, New York 14221.

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

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

  Paul W. Cerefin, 92, of Batavia passed away on Sunday August 11, 2019 at the United Memorial Medical Center. He was born on February 2, 1927 in Hamburg, NY to the late Thaddeus and Loretta (Koch) Cerefin.

He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years; Marlene (Rowcliffe) Cerefin; children Douglas (Cathy) Cerefin, David Cerefin, Steven Cerefin and Georgette Hale; brother Donald (Delores) Cerefin; grandchildren Matthew Cerefin, Jennifer (Andrew) Lang, Brandon Cerefin, Emily Cerefin, Tessa Cerefin, Daniel Rimmer and Stephanie Rimmer.

Paul graduated from Batavia High School in 1944. He was a United States Navy veteran during WWII. Paul retired after 35 years as an employee of Niagara Mohawk and was a Captain in the Civil Air Patrol. He was very involved at Godfrey’s Pond, a lifetime member, past president and board member and also belonged to the Genesee County Fish & Game. He loved bowling, camping, woodworking and was a lifetime member of St. Mary’s Church where he was a Eucharistic Minister and usher.

There will be no prior calling hours. A 9:30AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday August 14, 2019 at Resurrection Parish 18 Ellicott St. Batavia, New York 14020.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Godfrey’s Pond PO Box 217 Batavia, NY 14021. 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 Street Batavia, New York 14020.

  

Mary Lou Wolfley, 81, of Alexander, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2019 surrounded by her family at the Crossroads House in Batavia. She was born on December 22, 1937 in Batavia, NY to the late Homer Philo and the late Marjorie Marie (Dumbleton) Wolfley. Mary Lou was preceded in death by her brother, Eugene M. Wolfley of Alexander, sister, Dorothy M. Wolfley Stewart and her brother-in-law, James R. Stewart, both of Linesville, PA.

Mary Lou was a former Physical Education Teacher at the Attica Central School from 1962- 1992. Mary enjoyed time spent with her family; traveling to Florida during the winter months, woodworking, driving her PUCH scooter, and GEM car, and playing cards at any gathering. She enjoyed the many cards sent lately to her by former students, friends and family members in the past couple of months.

Mary is survived by her brother, Willard G. Wolfley and his wife, Sandra (Meyers) Wolfley, siter, Wanda Wolfley, sister-in-law, Doris M. (Hodge) Wolfley, all of Alexander, NY; 15 nieces and nephews and their spouses; and several great nieces and nephews.

It was Mary’s wish that there be no prior visitation. A Graveside Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Following the service, there will be a gathering of friends and family.

Please consider a Memorial in honor of Mary Lou’s memory to the Crossroads House, 11 Liberty St, Batavia, NY 14020. 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.

 

Krista E. Hartman, of Rome, died on August 9, 2019. Krista lived for 62 years and 8 months. She found delight in the world of books, as a cataloguer at Mohawk Valley Community College for 20 years, and before that as a librarian at Utica Public Library and Flower Memorial Library, Watertown. Krista was also a volunteer at Jervis Public Library in Rome. Krista saw to it that people were exposed to the wealth of local literature as well as specialized books. Earlier in her life, Krista was well known for sharing the magic of books with children. A nature lover, Krista had a particularly warm spot in her heart for cats. Known for their fastidious tastes, cats liked Krista too.

Krista is predeceased by her parents, Duane and Teresa Hartman. She is survived by her brother Greg, her sister Lisa and her half -brothers Carl and Eric. Calling hours will be at Nunn and Harper Funeral Home, Inc., 418 N. George Street, Rome, on Wednesday, August 14th from 2- 4:00 p.m., with a celebration of her life following at 4:00 p.m.. Burial will be at Elmwood Cemetery, Batavia NY on Thursday, August 15th at 11:00 a.m. You may light a candle, send a message of sympathy, and read the obituary at www.nunnandharper.com.

BASOM - Betty J. Johnson, 94, of Basom, formerly of Rose Road in Batavia and Corfu, passed away Friday, August 9, 2019, at her daughter's home in Basom.

Betty was born February 27, 1925, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Walter A. and Alberta (Moshier) Campbell.

She is predeceased by her husband of 43 years, Clarence A. Johnson.

She was a Inspector and Cleaner for P.W. Minor Shoe Factory in Batavia for over 20 years, having retired in 1999. 

Survivors include; 4 daughters, Judy Oliver of Ohio, Sharon Johnson of Corfu, Donna Downs of Basom and Bessie (Kenneth) of Oakfield; a son, Clarence (Linda) Johnson, II of Batavia; a sister, Shirley (Robert) Chatt of Batavia; 17 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

She was also predeceased by 2 grandchildren, David Wren and Terry Scherer and 3 siblings, Robert, James and Margaret Campbell.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Betty’s name to her family.  Private burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Alexander.  Arrangements were entrusted to H.E. Turner & Co., Funeral Home, 403 E. Main St., Batavia, NY.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.
 

 

Betty M. Ingram, of Corfu, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 6, 2019, under Hospice Care after a brief illness.

She was born in Akron, NY on October 9, 1929 to William and Ruth Murray. She was predeceased by her husband of 68 years Lawrence S. Ingram and her grandson Ty Ellis.

Betty retired from Dolls family restaurant where she was the manager and head cook for many years. She was a member of the Corfu United Presbyterian Church in Corfu, where she sang in the choir and served on many committees. She was also a member of the Rebekah lodge in Corfu.

Betty is survived by her four children, Susan of Rochester NY, William (Peg) of Savannah Georgia, Coleen of Cincinnati, Ohio and Thomas (Paula) of Corfu NY. Her grandchildren, Matthew Soanes of Minnesota, Christina Ingram of Savannah Georgia, Corey (Noel) of Savannah Georgia, Tia (Mike) Brown of Cincinnati, Ohio, Caitlyn Ingram of Savannah, Georgia, Amanda  (Kurtis) Worthington of Corfu, NY and Ashley (Mark) Egloff of Corfu, NY and her 10 great grandchildren.

Friends may call Friday, August 9, 2019 from 4 -8 pm at C.B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc. 4-6 East Main Street Corfu, NY. Funeral service will be on Saturday, August 10, 2019 at 11:00 am at the Corfu United Presbyterian Church, 64 Alleghany Road Corfu, NY 14036. Her final resting place will be at the Evergreen Hill Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to the Corfu United Presbyterian Church.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE C.B. BEACH & SON MORTUARY, INC., 4-6 EAST MAIN ST., CORFU, NY 14036.

Rose O. Printup, 97 of Elba, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. She was born August 5, 1922 in Alabama, NY; to the late George (Louise Pittared) Chugg. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Llewellyn Printup, son Duane Printup, siblings Clifford, Raymond Chugg, Doris Sickelco and Velma Jary.  

Mrs. Printup worked for many years at Brockport Enterprises. She lived a good, full life. Rose loved her family, her roses and especially her grandchildren. She went to be with the love of her life and she will be sorely missed by her family and friends.

She is survived by her loving children Evelyn Ramsey of NC; Dawn Herbert of Brockport; Jeanette (David) Smith of Susquehanna, PA; Kenneth L. (Shirley) Printup Sr. of Medina; along with many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday, August 13, 2019 from 6 to 8 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. An 8:00 PM Celebration of Life will immediately follow calling hours. She will be laid to rest in Daws Corners Cemetery, Batavia.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. 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 Street Batavia, New York 14020.

Robert E. White, 87, of Attica, passed away on August 6, 2019 in Batavia, NY. He was born on November 29, 1931 in Lockport, NY. Robert was preceded in death by his mother, Mildred White.

Robert served 4 years in the United Stated Navy. He worked at Simon Steel in Lockport where he was a Grinder. Robert loved Antiques and he enjoyed refurbishing houses. He played soft ball in his younger years.

Robert is survived by his wife, Susan A. (Webster), son, Michael (Robin) White of South Carolina; grandchildren, Michael (Jessica) White, Nicole White, and Tiffany White, all of South Carolina; and his great grandchildren, Michael and Hannah White. Robert’s Family would like to extend a special “Thank you” to Candace, Bruce, Peggy, Nancy, and Joyce for all of your support and care.

There will be no prior visitation. A Funeral Service will be at 11:00 AM,  Friday August 9, 2019 at the Marley Funeral Home, LLC,135 Main St., Attica, NY 14011.

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.

PETER A. VANDETTA ~ of Oakfield, age 78, was born August 10, 1940 in Batavia, NY, to the late Peter and Pauline (Orsini) Vandetta, also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carolyn (Carlo) Vandetta in 2002.

Peter served his country honorably in the US Army for over 20 years, a quiet man who enjoyed his Harley Davidson motorcycle.

He is survived by his daughter, Ronda (Walter) Grabowski of Waterport, NY; grandchildren, Samantha (Tylor Heideman) Wilkins of Lyndonville and Joshua McAvoy of Waterport; great-granddaughter, Savanna Heideman along with several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Please join the family for a Celebration of Life Service 1:30p.m. on Sunday August 11, 2019 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 followed by Military Honors. Memorials in his memory can be made to a charity of the donor’s choice and he was laid to rest in Bath National Cemetery.

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

THE FAMILY OF PETER A. VANDETTA IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4210 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020.

 

QUITO V. CASSIANO – Age 91, of Oakfield, died peacefully Saturday August 3, 2019 at the United Memorial Medical Center. He was born in Oakfield, NY on October 21, 1927, a son of the late Ercole and Jennie (Taddei) Cassiano and was also preceded in death by siblings, James and Nicholas Cassiano, Josephine Mosco and Nancy Steffinella.

Quito served honorably during the Korean Conflict with the US Army, a member of VFW Post #1602, lifelong member of St. Cecelia’s R.C. Church (St. Padre Pio) and a member of the Merry Men of the church. Mr. Cassiano enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, being well know for the garlic he grew well into his late 80’s.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Geraldine (Centi) Cassiano of Oakfield; loving children, Linda (Mike) Warboys, Nicholas (Judy Black) Cassiano and Deborah (Leo) Lynch all of Oakfield; cherished grandchildren, Yvette (Justin) Blew, Brittany (Taylor) Burns, Jonathon Cassiano & Todd Townsend; 3 great-grandchildren, Jayden, Trevor and Gabriella Blew; sister-in-law, Rose Cassiano of Batavia; brother-in-law, Angelo Steffinella of LeRoy along with several nieces and nephews.

Please join the Cassiano family 10a.m. on Wednesday August 7, 2019 at St. Padre Pio Parish (Oakfield Site) to Celebrate Quito’s Mass of Christian, burial will be in the church cemetery with full military honors. Memorials in his memory are suggested to a charity of their choice.

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

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

MARJORIE (HYDE) REISS ~ Age 90, of Alexander, died Thursday July 18, 2019 at Crossroads House. Marjorie was born February 11, 1929 in Batavia, NY to the late Fred L. and Mildred (Chandler) Hyde also preceded in death by her beloved husband, William; son, William D.; brother, Richard; sister, Joyce Kuehl and sister-in-law, Juanita Hyde.

Mrs. Reiss was proud of her Lutheran faith and was a member of the Alexander Ladies Auxiliary. A former Den Mother, she enjoyed camping, fishing with her husband, Bill, bird watching and was an avid Buffalo Bills fan.

Surviving are her loving children, Dawn J. (Kevin) McWhorter of Batavia, Pamela M. Reiss of Alexander, Robin D. Reiss of Alexander, Daniel E. Reiss of Corfu; 5 grandchildren, Stephenie, Madeline, Chase, Phillip, Katrina (Salvatore) Urso; 3 great-grandchildren, Madison, Salvatore Jr. and Brady; brothers, Fred L. (Sedra) Hyde, Jr. of Batavia, Ralph G. Hyde of Batavia and sister-in-law, Joanne Hyde of FL, Elsie (Al) Clattenburg of Batavia along with several nieces and nephews.

The Reiss family will be present from 1:30 – 3:30p.m. on Saturday August 10, 2019 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where Celebration of Life service will follow. In lieu of flowers memorials in her memory are suggested to Crossroads House 11 Liberty Street Batavia, NY 14020 and she will be laid to rest with her husband in West Bethany Cemetery.

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

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

 

 

Barbara A. Landry (Baker) - age 68 passed away on August 2, 2019. Survived by husband Douglas Landry Children Wayne and Pam Landry and three grandchildren.

Donations in her memory can be made to the American cancer society or Genesee cancer assistance. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.

Stafford ~ James "Jim" Edwin Williams, age 69, passed away on August 2, 2019 at home surrounded by his loving family.

    

Jim was born on July 25, 1950 in Wellsville, NY, a son of the late James H. and Virginia Shepard Williams.  He attended Wellsville Schools before moving to Henrietta.  He attended Rush-Henrietta, where he was an outstanding football and basketball player.  He graduated in 1968 and then attended Austin Peay State University in Tennessee.

     During his working career, he worked at L. P. Brady Distributor, Agway Energy Products and Townsend Propane and Oil Co.

     Jim was a very loving husband, father and grandfather.  He enjoyed fishing, golfing, camping, playing cards and board games with family and friends.  He also enjoyed watching his children's and grandchildren's sports, dancing and other activities.

     Jim is survived by his loving wife, Margaret "Peggy" Zimmerman Williams; daughters, Shannon (Tom) Ingles, Stacie (Patrick) Major and Katie Williams; son, David (Mindy) Williams; grandchildren, Joshua & Andrew Englerth, Delaney & Allie Ingles, Walker, Morgan & Madison Major, Connor Hyde, Ellison, Anneliese, Quincey and Ledger Williams; sisters, Ann (Ron) Rowley, Nancy Ewart, Debra (Doug) Bleier; brother-in-law, Don Mayer, along with many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

     In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sisters, Jane Mayer and Dixie Uhler, brothers-in-law, Jay Hasbrouck and James Ewart, niece, Lisa Wilusz and nephews, Pete Stannard and Bob Rowley.

     Jim's family would like to thank Wilmot Cancer Center, VNA and Homecare & Hospice of Genesee County for their wonderful and compassionate care.

     Family and friends may call on Friday, August 9 from 2 ~ 5 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Rd (Rt. 19), LeRoy, where a Remembrance Service will be held at 5:00 PM.

     In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Jim may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital (www.stjude.org) per his request.  He said "Help the children, they have their whole lives ahead of them".

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