Obituaries

Bennie W. Swanson Jr., 93, of East Pembroke passed away on Sunday October 5, 2014 at the Batavia VA Medical Center. He was born on April 23 1921 in Cheektowaga. He was the son of the late Bennie (Anna Boyle) Swanson Sr. He is preceded in death by his wife Margaret Holnbeck Swanson, son Nels Swanson, Brothers Pat, Edward, William, John and Robert Swanson and Sister Annabelle Stellrecht.   

Bennie was retired from Local 22 Buffalo Plumbers & Pipe Fitters Union where he was a pipe fitter. He was a World War II Navy Veteran, Life Member of Local 22, member of VFW Post 7962 in Alden, former member of East Pembroke Fire Department, Life Member of Coon Hunters Club in East Pembroke. Bennie enjoyed farming and spending time with his grandchildren.

Bennie is survived by his children Robert (Patricia) Swanson, Stephen (Becky) Swanson all of Batavia, Benjamin (Susan) Swanson of Corfu, Mary (Jay) Horvath of Doylestown, PA, Margaret (Craig) Weber of Loveland, OH, Holly (Paul) Dougherty of Pavilion, Rose (William) Massett of Silver Springs, and Raymond Swanson of E. Pembroke; daughter-in-law Susan Shockley of Nashville; sister Marie Wynnings of Honeoye; 16 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Monday October 13, 2014 from 4 to 8 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday October 14, 2014 at 11:00 AM at High Point Community Church, 1163 Main Road, Corfu, New York 14036. He will be laid to rest at Hillside Cemetery in East Pembroke.       

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Batavia VA Home Based Primary Care, 222 Richmond Ave, Batavia, NY 14020. 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, NY 14020.

Dorothy F. Bash, 93, of Batavia passed away on Sunday October 5, 2014 at Batavia Health Care Center. She was born on October 18, 1920 in Batavia to the late Andrew (Florence Lobach) Snyder. She is preceded in death by her first husband Vincent Panzone Sr. who was killed during World War II Battle of the Bulge in 1945; her second husband Arthur R. Bash who passed away February 13, 2010; sister Helen (Harry) Wagner; brother-in-law John Panzone; sisters-in-law Ada (Gordon) Hyde and Grace (Anthony) Bonadonna.

Dorothy worked as a telephone operator for New York Telephone Company. She was an avid bowler and loved the outdoors and enjoyed golfing and playing cards.

She is survived by her sons Vincent Panzone Jr. of  IL, Edward (MaryAnn) Panzone of Batavia, brother-in-law William Bash of Co; grandchildren Kerry Panzone, Daniel Panzone, Melanie (Jonathon) Panzone Read, David (Tereza) Panzone; great-grandchildren Alexander, Henry Read, Rosemarie, Amelia Panzone along with many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. Funeral Services will be held privately. She will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery in Batavia

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association www.diabetes.org or donors choice. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or for more information call (585) 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

Caledonia ~ Richard "Hulio" Vangalio, age 63, of Ida's Lane, passed away Sunday afternoon (October 5, 2014) at home surrounded by his loving family.

     He was born April 21, 1951 in Batavia, N.Y., a son of the late Samuel and Florence Embroli Vangalio.

     Richard will be remembered for his love of family and friends.  He was known for his sense of humor and easy going demeanor.  He was a proud veteran, having served with the US AirForce.  His love of carpentry and personal craftsmanship, eventually led him to establish his own business, Van-Gal Inc.

     He is survived by his loving wife of 15 years, Theresa Miller Vangalio, his children; Peter Vangalio of LeRoy, Heather (Ryan) O'Reilly of Caledonia and Richard (Renee) Vangalio of Churchville; his grandchildren, Kaden Vangalio, Madeline O'Reilly, Teagan O'Reilly and Ryker Vangalio; his sister-in-law, Deborah (Lee) Rogers of Moravia, along with many nieces, nephews,aunts and dear friends.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Joyce Wickson.

     Family and friends may call on Friday from 4 ~ 8 P.M. at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy.  His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 9:00 A.M. at Our Lady of the Americas Church, 864 East Main St., Rochester, with entombment to follow at Ascension Garden Mausoleum.

     Memorial contributions are suggested to the Stray Animal Fund, York Animal Hospital, 2275 Main St., York, N.Y. 14592.

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

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

Margaret Rose Dart Valderrey, 70 of Charlotte North Carolina

Margaret passed into the arms of her Lord October 2, 2014, with her husband Daniel by her side.  Step mother Juan Manuel of Argentina and Melana of Australia.

Daughter of Hobart and Beatrice Dart of Alexander New York, sister of David (2003), Gloria (Wafik) Girges, Elaine Dart, and Marie (Dart) McClurg. 

Aunt of Joshua (Dannielle) Girges, Sarah (Dwayne) Buck, Allison Pangrazio and Jeremiah (Dr. Susan Hibbard) McClurg .  Margaret will be missed by her nieces, nephews, family and all of her many wonderful supportive neighbors and co-workers. 

Margaret lived her life in service to her savior and to the love of Nursing.  Graduating from Rochester Genesee Hospital School of Nursing, RN; Case Western Reserve B.Sc. and, B.A and Syracuse University, Masters in Science. 

After her warrior like attitude against Cancer, she has shown us what a wonderful hero she truly had become.  Margaret has asked that her friends, neighbors and co-workers know just how much she loved them.  Thank you to all her medical care providers, it is with great loss we say goodbye.

A Celebration of Margaret’s life will be held at West Bethany Baptist Church 10333 West Bethany Rd, East Bethany, NY 14054 on Wednesday October 8, 2014.  Viewing to take place 10:30 am and funeral to follow at 11:00am. She will be laid to rest in West Bethany Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Levine Dixon Hospice House, 8919 Park Road, Suite 1000 Charlotte, North Carolina, 28210. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.Marley Funeral Home.com Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main St. Attica, New York 14011.

 

Kenneth Alfieri, 71, of Tonawanda passed away on Tuesday September 30, 2014 at Hospice Buffalo in Cheektowaga. He was born on February 10, 1943 in Batavia to the late Joseph (Frances Russo) Alfieri. He is preceded in death by his brother John Alfieri.

He was a very loving; dedicated husband, father and grandfather. He was a very unselfish man, his family always came first.  Mr. Alfieri was a United States Army Veteran. He worked as a logistics manager for Fisher Price in East Aurora, Department of Labor in Lockport and Kidspeace National Center which was very important to him. He belonged to St. Gregory The Great Roman Catholic Church. He coached both tennis and baseball and was an avid tennis player. He loved baseball specifically the New York Yankees.

He is survived by his beloved wife Carolyn (Liberto) Alfieri of Tonawanda; children  Kenneth A. Alfieri of Forest Park, IL, Paul J. (Dena) Alfieri of Tonawanda, Wendy A. (Anthony) Fazzolari of Newfane; grandchildren Nicholas, Jonathon Alfieri, Maria, Gianna Fazzolari, Marissa Stainsby along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Friday October 3, 2014 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. Prayers will be recited 9:30 AM at the Funeral Home on Saturday October 4, 2014 followed by a 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial at Resurrection Parish 18 Ellicott Street Batavia, New York 14020. He will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family, Roswell Park Cancer Institute Elm & Carlton Street Buffalo, New York 14203 or Hospice Buffalo 225 Como Park Boulevard Cheektowaga, New York 14227. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or for more information call (585) 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

KAROL LAVRINCIK SR. – Age 87, of Darien Center, died peacefully Monday morning September 29, 2014 at his home under the care of Wyoming County Hospice. He was born September 11, 1927 in Romania, a son of the late Jan and Maria Lavrincik.  

   Mr. Lavrincik was in the roofers local union #74 and was a self-employed farmer for many years. A member of Our Lady of Good Counsel RC Church, he enjoyed farming, gardening, growing his own grapes and making homemade wine, was a beekeeper and had a love of the outdoors especially hunting and fishing.

   Surviving is his beloved wife of over 50 years, Dorothy (Grigsby) of Darien Center; sons, Karl (Deb) Lavrincik Jr. of Warsaw, John (Ann) Lavrincik & Richard (Brenda) Lavrincik all of Attica; daughter, Kathryn (Tom) Lukasik of Attica; sister, Francesca Sfzarski of Attica; his wonderful caregivers, Gerri & Virginia; 7 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews.

   Family and friends may visit from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday October 1, 2014 at the Michael S. Tomaszewksi Funeral & Cremation Chapel, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where funeral services will begin at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to Wyoming County Hospice or the Bennington Volunteer Fire Department. Private burial will be in Our Lady of Good Counsel Cemetery.  

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

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

Everett G. Norris, 77, of Melborne Florida passed away on Monday September 29, 2014 at Rochester General Hospital. He was born on September 4, 1937 in Batavia to the late George (Margaret Smith) Norris. He is preceded in death by his brother Gordon Norris.

Everette worked for Pepperidge Farms in Rochester as a Bakery Distributor.  He was a member of the Palm Bay United Methodist Church and the Free and Accepted Masons.

He is survived by his beloved wife Doris A.  (Hitchcock) Norris of Melborne, FL; children Linda C. (Timothy) Anderson of Batavia, Jeffrey G. (Linda) Norris of Batavia, Lori A. (fiancé Richard Baldeck) Pietrzykowski of Churchville; grandchildren Michael, Kelly, Timothy; great-grandchildren Nicholas, Lukas, and Lucy along with many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. Funeral Services will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Masonic Care Community of New York 2150 Bleecker Street Utica, New York 13501. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or for more information call (585) 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

William E. Sutter, age 83, of Perry, died on Monday September 29, 2014 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on July 1, 1931 a son of the late William and Agnes Sutten.

William worked for the Nickel Plate Road Railroad, Morton Salt Co. and the Rochester Laborer’s Union. He served with the US Navy during the Korean Conflict. He was on the USS Hammer DD-718. He received the United Nations Metal, National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service medal and the China Service Medal. He was a member of the Perry VFW Post #5009, National Geographic Society, and the American Legion Post #799 in Buffalo. He enjoyed traveling to Las Vegas, watching old war movies and talking about his experience in the war.

He is survived by his companion for 23 years Thelma Flint of Perry; step-daughter Kristie (Thomas) Fravel of Perry; step-sons Randy (Colleen) Newton of Livonia , Roy Newton of Perry; grandchildren Kenneth, Marissa, Dakota, Caleb, Aubrey, Mary and Lucy.

Services are pending and will be announced at a later date. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530.

Timothy “Poppy” Hasson, 60 of Batavia, passed way on Saturday September 27, 2014 at his home under the care of Hospice. He was born on June 16, 1954 in Batavia to the late Thomas (Therese English) Hasson. He is preceded in death by his wife Beverly (Joy) Hasson, daughter Jeri Bartholomew and brother Thomas Hasson.

Tim was retired from Rochester General Hospital where he was an electrician. He attended Discovery Chapel and he enjoyed camping.

Tim is survived by his fiancée Darlene Martaus of Batavia, sons Craig (Jackie) Alley of Deland, FL; Robert Alley of N. Tonawanda; daughters Beth (Michael) Whaley of N. Tonawanda; Pamela (Gary) Kilgore of Batavia; Sheree (Brian) Barto of Alexander; brother Gerald (Vickie) Hasson of FL; sisters Kathleen (Jerry) Reilley of PA; and Patty (Lou) Angelucci of PA; 18 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Wednesday October 1, 2014 from 4 to 8 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. Funeral Services will be held at a later date.He will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia.

Memorials may be made to HomeCare & Hospice, 29 Liberty Street, Suite 6, Batavia, NY 14020. 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, NY 14020.
 

Jay M. Cummings, 65, of Darien passed away on Sunday September 28, 2014 at home. He was born February 5, 1949 in Batavia to the late Donald (Elizabeth McLaggen) Cummings. He is preceded in death by his brother Donald Cummings.

Jay owned and operated Cummings Collision, along with loving cars he was an avid fisherman. He loved his children very much and enjoyed spending time with his family.  

He is survived by his sons Jay R. Cummings of Greece, Steven M. Cummings of Darien; daughter Danielle E. Cummings of Spring Hill, FL; sisters Joyce Gold of Depew, Nancy (Ken) Alfis of Batavia, Peggy (Dave) Thompson of Churchville; granddaughter Jaylynn Cummings along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Wednesday October 1, 2014 from 5 to 9 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. An 11:00 AM Funeral Service will take place on Thursday October 2, 2014 at the Funeral Home. Mr. Cummings will be laid to rest in Darien Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Homecare & Hospice 29 Liberty St Suite 6 Batavia, New York 14020 or Mercy Flight Western New York 100 Amherst Villa Road Buffalo, New York 14225. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence please visit Marley Funeral Home. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

LeRoy ~ Palmina "Pam" M. O'Geen, age 82, of Gilbert Street, passed away early Saturday morning (Sept. 27, 2014) at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.

     Miss O'Geen was born July 6, 1932 in LeRoy, a daughter of the late Joseph G. and Pauline Maloni O'Geen.

     She will be remembered as a loving and compassionate sister and aunt, who was devoted to her family.  She enjoyed baking and spending time with her nieces and nephews.  She was a lifelong member of St. Joseph's Church and was a retired telephone operator, having worked at Lapp Insulator Company and Eastman Kodak.

     She is survived by her siblings, Sarah Zinni of Batavia, Frank (Rose) O'Geen of Batavia, Salvatore (Joan) O'Geen of LeRoy, Philip (JoAnn) O'Geen of LeRoy, Joseph A. (Donna) O'Geen of LeRoy and Connie Cecere of LeRoy, along with many loving nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by a brother, James M. O'Geen.

     Family and friends are invited to attend her Rite of Christian Burial on Tuesday at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Joseph's Oratory, 27 Lake Street, LeRoy.  Private interment will follow in St. Francis Cemetery.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to either Crossroads House or American Heart Association.

     Your memories and condolences may be offered to Miss O'Geen's family at www.falconefuneralhome.com.

     Miss O'Geen and her family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc.

Marianne “Annie” D. Divers, 91 of Rochester passed away on Thursday Sept. 25, 2014 at Cottage Grove.  Annie is predeceased by her husband of 59 years Raymond T. Divers and her beloved sister Margot D. McVoy.

She was a proud WWII veteran having served in the Women’s Army Air Corps at the Rome NY air base during the War and in the Reserves for a number of years afterward. She worked as a research chemist for Alllied Chemical in Solvay NY for nearly 40 years and competed in many bridge leagues in Syracuse until moving to Rochester in 2009. Annie was a Bronze Life Master in the American Bridge League. She was an accomplished chef, seamstress, and artist as well. The Family wishes to thank all of her caregivers at Cottage Grove, especially Cathy Casey and Marva Williams.

She is survived by her daughters Pamela D. Korte and Lorrie D. Divers of both of Rochester, former son in law John M. Korte, Luis Arzu (AFS son), brother and sister in law Kenneth (Dorothy) Divers, several nieces, nephews and grand-dogs Gina and Blush

Friends are invited to call on Monday Sept. 29th from 4- 6 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 W. Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. Funeral Services will follow calling hours at 6PM at the Funeral Home. 

In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Rochester Presbyterian Home, 256 Thurston Road, Rochester, NY 14624 or to www.pawsandstripes.org. 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.

                                                                                       

Linda Kay (Strong) Clark, 65, originally of Alexander, NY and most recently from Virginia Beach, VA passed away on Monday, September 22, 2014.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Ruth and Earl Strong and sons Martin Clark II and Daniel Clark. 

She was survived by daughter, Kelly Nordby, son-in-law JR Nordby, grandchildren Cole and Finley Nordby and Mackenzi and Hagen Clark, daughter-in-law Danielle “Katie” Clark, sister Sharon Meisner, brother Ralph Marvin, nieces Lorie Wawrzyniak, Patty Charles, Kristy Bowen, and nephews Jimmy Barrett and Bradley Meisner. 

She was an active community member throughout her life.  Her involvement included a Sunday School teacher at Alexander Methodist Church and color guard captain in the Alexander Fire Department Band.  She graduated from Alexander Central School in 1967 and went on to earn her Bachelor’s Degree from The College at Brockport: State University of New York in 1971 and her Master’s Degree in Education at Old Dominion University in 1983.  She was a Reading Specialist and Assistant Principal in Chesapeake, VA for 25 years.   Linda will be remembered for her fun-loving spirit and her passions for singing, cooking, her golden retrievers and especially her grandchildren. 

Friends are invited to call on Friday September 26, 2014 from 6 to 8 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, NY 14011. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM on Saturday September 27, 2014 at the Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery, Attica.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Linda Clark’s name to American Kidney Fund at http://www.kidneyfund.org/. 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. 

Oakfield - Mr. Marcus F. Crandall, age 55, of Oakfield, passed away on September 23, 2014 at his home under the care of HomeCare & Hospice with his loving wife by his side.

Mr. Crandall was born January 12, 1959 in Batavia, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William and Joyce Cortright Crandall.

Mr. Crandall retired in 2011 from Rochester Local 435 where he was a laborer/foreman for 22 years.

A dedicated and faithful member of the Genesee Country Church, Mr. and Mrs. Crandall enjoyed their horses and horseback riding together.  An avid carpenter and woodworker, Mr. Crandall, along with his wife built their home in Oakfield. He enjoyed tinkering around with old Ford cars and most of all cherished his time with his children and grandchildren. He served his country with the United States Marine Corps from 1977-1981.  Mr. Crandall was stationed in Okinawa, Mt. Fuji, and Korea. Stateside he was stationed in Yuma, Arizona and Sanmataio, California.  Mr. Crandall received ranking of Lance Corporal/ Corporal Meritoriously.   Mr. Crandall was unable to continue his career in the military due to an injury he received while on duty in Sanmataio, California.  

Mr. Crandall is survived by his wife, Barbara Falker-Crandall whom  he married August 23, 2003; his children,  Jacob (KatieLee) Crandall of Amherst,  James (Molly Smith) Crandall of Alexander, Joliene (Chris Pritchard) Crandall of Batavia,  Joshua  (Samantha Anastisia) Crandall of Amherst,  Despina (Mitch) Regan of Oakfield,  Maria (Andrew) Thompson of Oakfield and Lazaros (Brittany Kessler) Solomonidis of Oakfield;  nine grandchildren, Gabriel, Sunset and Aurora Crandall, Gavin and Preslee Crandall, Dakota Palmer, Paige Schultz, Amelya Regan and Emma Thompson;  four sisters, Kathleen (Leonard) Moultrip of Arizona, Darlene Weger of Georgia, Cheryleen (Paul) Morrow of Batavia, Tammileen (Clifford) Heap of Perry, and several nieces and nephews.

He is the brother of the late Michael and Russell Crandall.

Friends may call on Friday September 26, 2014 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of The Genesee Country Church, 3268 Drake Street, Oakfield. His funeral service, along with full military honors, will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2014 at 11 a.m. in the Church Sanctuary.  Please consider memorials to HomeCare & Hospice, 29 Liberty Street, Suite #3, Batavia, New York 14020 or to the Genesee Country Church, 3268 Drake Street Road, Oakfield, New York 14125.  Burial will be in Evergreen Hill Cemetery, Corfu at the family’s convenience. Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.burdettandsanford.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Avenue, Oakfield.