Obituaries

Batavia - Nancy Ellen Stringham Tarkington, 95, passed into Glory on January 5, 2017 at the New York State Veteran's Home.

She was born January 17, 1921 in New Edinburg, Arkansas, daughter of the late Roy Edgar and Mable Roberson Roebuck.

She is predeceased by her husbands, Lamar Reaves, Morse R. Stringham  and  Dean Tarkington; her children, Lamar Ann (Reaves) Hubbard, Ramond Danial Stringham and Alan Morse Stringham; siblings, Siebel, Roy, Rob and Edward Roebuck and Helen Baker.

She is survived by her children, MAJ (ret.) Roy D. (Diane Siebert) Stringham of Batavia, Sally (Gary) Harloff of North Olmsted, Ohio and Richard A. (Barbara Priddy) Stringham of Toledo, Ohio; daughters-in-law, Sheri Burns Stringham of Leicester and Nancy Lonnen Stringham of Florida; two sisters, Nell Denton of Arkansas and Ruth Kelso of Oregon; her sister-in-law, Betty (Roy) Roebuck of Arkansas; 16 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, 12 great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was a Christian and member of the Batavia First United Methodist Church for many decades. She served as a Sunday school teacher (teaching her future son-in-law Gary when he was 5) and was a member of the Ingraham Class and Women's Aglow. She met 1st Lieutenant Morse R. Stringham at a USO function in Little Rock, Arkansas in 1943 and married soon after. She worked at the former C.L. Carr's in Batavia in the bridal alteration department and the New York State School for the Blind in Batavia. She lived at 32 Franklin Street in Batavia for 54 years and will be missed by all who knew her.

Friends may call on Saturday from 10 to 12 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main St., Batavia, where services will immediately follow at 12 p.m. She will be laid to rest in East Oakfield Cemetery. Please consider memorials to Batavia First United Methodist Church, 8221 Lewiston Road, Batavia, New York 14020. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Nancy’s memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

 

Harry R. Ambrose, Jr., 85, of East Pembroke passed away Thursday January 5, 2017 at United Memorial Medical Center. He was born June 12, 1931 in Buffalo, to the late Harry R. (Mae Kaul) Ambrose, Sr. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Ann K. (Pirtsch) Ambrose who passed on January 14, 2007; sister Gloria Hayward; sister-in-law MaryLou Newton.

Mr. Ambrose married his wife Ann on June 1, 1957. He was a United States Marine Corp Veteran and member of Resurrection Parish in Batavia. Harry began working at Loblaws & Co in North Tonawanda as a stock boy, he became the Store Manager at Acme Markets in Attica and then Assistant Store Manager in Batavia. After Acme Markets closed he worked in the Quarter Master Division for the New York State Police at the Troop A Barracks in Batavia and also worked at First Niagara Bank. He enjoyed Gardening, the Western Chanel and woodworking in his younger years. Mr. Ambrose cherished the time he spent with his family especially his grandchildren and his great-granddaughter. He also loved spending time with his dogs.

He is survived by his daughters Catherine Peet of Rochester; Theresa (Mark) Vanderwall of Webster; Patricia Ambrose of East Pembroke; brothers James (Carmella) Ambrose of Batavia; Joseph Ambrose of Arizona; brother-in-law Al Newton of Corfu. Six grandchildren Matthew, Philip (Arden), Rebecca Vanderwall; Michael Peet, Kimberly (Brandon) Burns, Kevin Peet, great-granddaughter Hailey Burns, fur grandchild Tilly, nephew John (Sharon) Newton, nieces Julie (Steve) Beach, Jenny Newton, several other nieces and nephews.  

Friends are invited to call on Sunday January 8, 2017 from 2 to 6 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020. Prayers will be recited 9:00 AM on Monday January 9, 2017 at the Funeral Home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial 9:30AM at Resurrection Parish 303 East Main St. Batavia, New York 14020. He will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum, Batavia.  

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the East Pembroke Fire Department 2623 Main Road, East Pembroke, NY 14056. 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.

 

Carol J. (Bartz) Irrera, 75 of Batavia, passed away Wednesday (January 4, 2017) at Strong Memorial Hospital after a long battle with cancer.

She was born April 13, 1941 in Batavia, NY, a daughter of the late Albert J. Bartz Sr. and Ruth V. (Noel) Dutton.

She worked for Calibrated Charts for 25 years prior to her retirement. Carol enjoyed collecting clowns, gardening and cooking. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was also actively involved with the prayer group of Notre Dame.

She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Roger Irrera of Batavia. Daughters, Tamara (Greg Wood) Ishmael and Sheryl (Michael) Smigelski, all of Batavia. Three brothers, Irvin (late Diane) Bartz of Batavia, Albert (Geraldine) Bartz Jr. and Ronald (Sandra) Bartz of Cape Coral, Florida. Sister, Rosemary (late Robert) Graff of Cape Coral, Florida. Sister in-law, Lillian (late Anthony) Irrera Jr. and Michelle (Michael) McNally. Nine grandchildren, Sabrina, Kayla, Nicholas and Jacob Twardowski, Crystal Ishmael and Peter Saxman of Batavia, Jerrod and Derrick Smigelski of Batavia and Amber Heck of Texas. Also survived by two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior visitation. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery, Batavia, NY.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family and expressions of condolence may be share at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, NY 14020. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR.

 

 

Joel W. Turner, 43, of Jacksonville, AL., formally of Batavia, passed away on Tuesday December 20, 2016 in Alabama. He was born on April 10, 1973 in Batavia to the late Richard Turner and Sheila (John) Henderson of Tennessee. In addition to his father he is predeceased by his sister Amy Turner.

Joel was a United States Army Veteran. He will be remembered as a loving, caring and generous man. He cherished his kids and his grandkids more than anything in the world. He was always willing to help, often taking people in when they were in need. He was an honorable American hero to everyone he knew, and we will cherish him forever.

In addition to his mother, Joel is survived by his children; Jessie (Michael) Leone of Stafford, Mason (Amber) Turner of Batavia, Jackson and Lucas Turner of AL.; brother Chad (Jennifer) Turner of Batavia; Jill Turner of TN., Cory (Richard) McCoy of ID., 3 grandchildren, Weston Leone, Elise and Hayden Turner along with 21 nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call on Friday January 6, 2017 from 6:00-8:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. An 11:00AM Memorial Service will be held on Saturday the 7th at the Funeral Home. Internment will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Joel’s children. 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.

Paul T. Schilling, 69 of Attica, passed away peacefully on Sunday (December 25, 2016) at the V.A. Healthcare System in Buffalo, NY.

He was born April 30, 1947 in Buffalo, NY, a son of the late Theodore and Mildred Phillips Schilling.

Paul was a Veteran of the Vietnam War, having served his country with the U.S. Army. He enjoyed helping others in any way he could. He also loved to be outdoors, being around nature and listening to music. Most of all he was a proud father and grandfather, and was thought of as a “Super Hero” to his granddaughter. He will be sadly missed by his family and all who knew him.

Survivors include his daughter, Alicia (Robert Irvine) Schilling of Attica. Grandchildren, McKenna and Karson Irvine. Sisters, Lois Measer of Florida and Mary Jo Schilling of Cowlesville.  Brother, Charles (Sandy) Schilling of Buffalo.

He was predeceased by his brother, Philip Watkins.

Family and friends are cordially invited to gather for a Memorial Service on Tuesday (January 10th), 4:00pm at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 30 Favor St., Attica, NY. Paul will be laid to rest in the future site of the Western New York National Cemetery in Pembroke, NY.

Expressions of condolence may be shared with the family at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net. 

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, NY 14020. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR.

 

 

Oklahoma -

Oklahoma - Patricia A. Chudoba, 80, of Alexander, New York, died Sunday, January 1, 2017 in Oklahoma where she has been under the care of her children since October 2013. She was born August 8, 1936 in Dunkirk, New York, the daughter of the late Michael Kuznicki and Frances (Rushnowski) Kuznicki Robinson. She was the sister of the late Geraldine Rettig.

Patricia retired from Brothers International Food Corp. in Rochester, New York and was previously employed for many years at ABC Roofing Company, Inc. in Buffalo. She was a lifelong resident of Alexander and a life time member of St. Mary's Church in Batavia.

She is survived by her husband, Raymond A. Chudoba of Batavia, whom she married on April 30, 1955.

Survivors include a son: Raymond M. Chudoba of OK; a daughter: Carol L. (Chudoba) Roy of OK; 2 brothers Dale and William Robinson of Westfield, New York; 3 grandchildren, Audra and Donald Moore and Chad Chudoba; 3 great-grandchildren, Isaac, Alexandra and Brenya Chudoba. 

Funeral Services will be at 11 00 a.m. Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at St. Joseph's Mausoleum, 531 Ellicott St., Batavia,  followed by burial in St. Joseph's Cemetery. Flowers may be sent to the mausoleum and memorials may be made to the family for distribution to various charities. Make checks to Carol Roy c/o P.O. Box 340, Bergen, NY 14416. Arrangements were completed by H.E. Turner & Co., Funeral Home of Batavia.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

JOHN VERNON ROWE

John Vernon Rowe, known as Vern by those who loved him, aged 92, WWII veteran, computer programmer, father, grand-father, great-grandfather, evangelist, prayer warrior, mentor, and friend, joined his Heavenly Father on Saturday, December 31, 2016. 

Vern was born in Saint Catharines, Ontario, Canada, May 1, 1924 to Pascoe Baynard and Laura Prynne Rowe. He graduated from Riverside High School, Riverside, New York in 1942 and immediately enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He served aboard the U.S.S. Fitch in the North Atlantic Theater and the U.S.S. Bon Homme Richard in the Pacific Theater and was a recipient of the Medal of Valor. Vern married his High School sweetheart Pearl Jean Flannery in August, 1944.

 Following the War, Vern was employed by DuPont, and National Gypsum. In 1975, Vern and Jean relocated from Buffalo, NY, to San Bernardino, CA, to serve with Campus Crusade for Christ, where they were on staff for 17 years. Vern held volunteer positions in Food Finders, and Love, Inc. as well as serving in various leadership capacities including Deacon and Sunday School teacher in churches he attended.

He is survived by Jean, his wife of 71 years, and six of his seven children. Vern was preceded in death by eldest daughter Jeannine Preston Rowe. Remaining are Susan Wakefield of Batavia, NY, John (Sherry) Rowe of Lewisburg, PA, Linda (George) Renner, Hollis, NH, Michael (Maggie) of Wheaton, IL, Lori Summer of Lafayette, IN, and Peter (Christine) Rowe of Citrus Heights, CA, 22 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren also survive

 The family will be present from 1 - 3PM Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at the Michael S. Tomaszewski Funeral & Cremation Chapel, LLC, 4120 West Main Street, Batavia, NY, and Vern will be interred at Bath National Cemetery with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his honor to Cru (formerly Campus Crusade for Christ) at give.cru.org or World Venture, search for George and Linda Renner ministry.

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

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

ROSE M. MONACHINO

Age 90, of Batavia formerly of Elba, died peacefully Friday afternoon December 30 at Unity Hospital in Rochester. She was born March 17, 1926 in Batavia, NY a daughter of the late Sam and Marie (Michetti) Peca, also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Paul A. Monachino; daughter, Marie Monachino; siblings, Anthony, John Peca and Jennie Irrera. 

Mrs. Monachino was a homemaker and a lifelong member of St. Padre Pio Parish in Elba. Her life was devoted to her family and will be remembered as a loving mother, devoted grandmother and caring sister. 

Surviving are her children, Paul S. (Angela) Monachino of Oakfield, Carol (Richard) Duganier of Conway, SC and Joan (Mike) Brown of Rochester; sisters, Florence Lullo and Julia Scalia both of Batavia and Margaret Worth of Albion; grandchildren, Joseph & Michael Duganier, Christa, Cara, Nicole (Zack Solt) and Daniel Monachino; great-granddaughter, Lilly Monachino-Solt; brothers-in-law, Norm (Cathy) Monachino of Batavia and Joseph (Lee) Monachino of Elba along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Rose's family will be present from 4-8PM on Wednesday January 4, 2017 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where prayers will be recited 9:15AM Thursday January 5 followed by a 10AM Mass of Christian Burial St. Padre Pio Parish (Elba Site). She will be laid to rest alongside her husband in St. Joseph's Cemetery, memorials in her memory are suggested to a charity of the donor's choice. 

Please share your thoughts and memories of Rose with her family at www.tomaszewskifh.com 

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

MARIA WITKO

Age 83, of Corfu, died peacefully Thursday morning December 29, 2016 at the home of her daughter and son-in-law where she resided. She was born February 10, 1933 in Germany, a daughter of the late Frank and Stanislava (Marcellak) Blasik, also preceded in death by her husband, John Witko in 1976.   

Maria was retired from General Motors in Illinois where she has lived most of her life until coming to Genesee County this past August. She enjoyed walking, her favorite meal, PIZZA and most of all time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Surviving are her children, Theresa (Frank) Barone of Corfu and Peter (Janine) Witko of Morton Grove, IL; sister, Hanna in Germany; grandchildren, Jennifer (Jack), Laura, Caroline, Walter, Sheridan & Delaney; great-grandchildren, Amber, Isabelle, Olivia, Cole and a special niece, Zofia Rogers of Alabama.  

The family will be present from 9:30 to 10:00AM on Wednesday January 4, 2017 at St. Maximillian Kolbe Church where her Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10AM. She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph's Cemetery and memorials in her memory are suggested to a charity of the donor's choice.

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

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

 

KIMBERLY A. WRIGHT

Age 33, of Batavia, died unexpectedly Thursday December 29, 2016 at her home. She was born August 17, 1983 in Batavia, daughter of the late Zeke (Alice) Wright. 

Kim was an employee of Kmart in Batavia where she was loved and respected by her co-workers. She enjoyed painting, crafts, reading and will be remembered for her selflessness, always doing for others before herself. 

Surviving are siblings, Tami Mileham of Batavia; Phil King of Wales; nephews, Timothy King, Kyle (Elise McManus) King, Nick King; niece, Jamie King; great niece and nephews, Nalayna, Rylan, Roman, Ryder King along with several aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Kim's family will be present from 5-8PM on Thursday January 5, 2017 followed by A Celebration of Life service at 8PM with a reception to follow at the Dibble Family Center 4110 West Main Street Road Batavia. She will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery and memorials in her memory can be made to the family in care of Kyle King. 

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

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

 

 

 

Oakfield - Anna Lewis Ahl, 100, of Oakfield, a school bus driver for the Oakfield - Alabama Schools, died Thursday, December 29, 2016 at Batavia Health Care Center in Batavia.

Mrs. Ahl was born August 10, 1916 in Darien, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Hattie (Hagen) Phillipps.

She was a lifetime member of St. Paul Lutheran Church where she was a member of the Quilting Guild.  She enjoyed crafting, gardening, sewing, entertaining and dancing.  

She is predeceased by her husbands, Allison C. Lewis who died in 1980 and Sennette C.  Ahl, who died in 1999.

Survivors include 3 daughters: Bonnie (David) Starkweather of Basom, Joyce (Donald) Yunker of Oakfield and Cindy (Gary) Beechler of Westfield, IN; 2 stepchildren, Gary (Toie) Ahl of VA and Patricia (Paul) Frishkoff of OR; 8 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. 

She was the sister of the late Betty Stidd and Jean Lyons.  

Friends may call on Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 31 Washington Ave., Batavia where services will immediately follow at noon. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, Attention Renovation Fund, 31 Washington Ave., Batavia, NY 14020.  Burial will be in Cary Cemetery, Oakfield.  Arrangements were completed by Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home of Oakfield.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.burdettandsanford.com.

 

Blanche P. Konarski, 88 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday (December 27, 2016) at the Genesee County Nursing Home.

She was born July 11, 1928 in Batavia, NY, a daughter of the late Walter and Stella Mislick Czaja.

Blanche was a member of Resurrection Parish in Batavia. She enjoyed bowling, cooking and traveling the country. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her husband of 67 years, Donald M. Konarski of Elba. Two daughters, Vincenne (Dennis) Maute of Elba and Donna (Keith) Coyne of Washington, NC. Sister, Barbara (Alex) Guiliani of Florida. Brother, Florian (Joan) Czaja of Batavia. Grandchildren, Eric Johnston, Patrick (Kasie) Coyne, Brian (Megan) Coyne, Carrie (Brad) Fairbank and Lynette (Mark) Irwin. Also survived by 6 great- grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

She was the sister of the late Stanley Czaja and Paul Czaja.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Monday (January 2nd) from 12pm-1pm at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia. A Celebration of Life Service will commence at the conclusion of visitation at 1pm. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery.

Expressions of condolence may be shared with the family at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, NY 14020. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR.

CORY J. TRYBUSHYN

Age 29, of Dansville formerly of Batavia, died from injuries he sustained in a motor vehicle accident on Christmas Eve in Dansville. He was born October 2, 1987 in Rochester, NY a son of William Trybushyn of Batavia and Patti (Metz) (Greg) Cole of Dansville. 

Cory was a 2006 graduate of Batavia High School where he played varsity football for 3 years, played in the orchestra and went on to study at the University of Buffalo. Friends and family will remember a smart, intellectual young man with a great sense of humor, he was kind, caring, compassionate and had an incredible ability to make people smile. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, camping, cooking, bowling, gaming and had a love of sports. Cory's big stature and calm demeanor led people to see him as a "Gentle Giant" who loved spending time with his kitten, Pancake.  

Surviving along with his parents is his sister, Kelsey Trybushyn of Dansville, half-brother, Bill Trybushyn of Rochester, step-brother, Brandon Cole of Mt. View, CA and step-sister, Cindy Cole of Alden; maternal grandparents, Robert (Elaine) Metz of Dansville along with many loving aunts, uncles & cousins. 

Cory's family will be present from 4-8PM on Friday December 30, 2016 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWKSI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where a Celebration of Life will begin at 8PM. A reception will follow at the DIBBLE FAMILY CENTER 4110 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD and memorials in his memory are suggested to Volunteers for Animals/Genesee County Animal Shelter 3841 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020. 

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

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