Obituaries

GERRY DOUGLAS STEVENSON - Age 75, of Akron formerly of Batavia, died peacefully Friday morning September 5, 2014 at Rochester General Hospital. He was born August 5, 1939 in Buffalo, a son of the late C.L. & Vivia (Gamble) Stevenson.

   Gerry moved from North Carolina in 1991 to Batavia where he has lived until last year when he moved to Leisure Timer's in Akron. He was a kind and giving soul who lived a simple life, never asking for much in return, always with a smile and good word to those he met. Friends and neighbors would remember Gerry from seeing him sit out under his favorite tree and waving to all who passed by. A model train enthusiast he belonged to the local train club for many years, had a love for all animals and enjoyed the square dance clubs he was a member of.

   Surviving is a loving niece, Diana Minard of FL; great nephews, Mitchell and David; great nieces, Michelle and Melody along with many great nieces, great nephews in Florida and his fur baby "Billy" who has been lovingly adopted by a friend.

   There is no prior visitation and funeral services will be held privately by the family in Florida. Memorials in his memory are suggested to a charity of the Batavia Animal Shelter/Volunteers for Animals PO Box 1621 Batavia, New York 14021.           

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

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

 

Dean Bedient Sr., 78 of Wyoming, passed away on Thursday September 11, 2014 at Buffalo General Hospital. He was born May 13, 1936 in Painted Post, NY to the late Clayton Tetor and the late Loua (Bedient) Lewis. Dean is preceded in death by siblings John Lewis, Judy Baker, Marylou Coryea and Beverly Tetor.

Mr. Bedient was a United States Army Veteran. He worked for Allied Chemical in Buffalo for many years. He was a member of Five Point Rod & Gun Club and former member of the Warsaw Moose. Dean was an avid outdoorsman that loved to hunt and fish.

He is survived by his beloved wife Jean M. (Bush) Bedient of Wyoming, NY; son Dean Bedient Jr. of Meadville, PA; daughters Elizabeth (Norm) Wagner of Ben Lomond, AR; Cynthia (Charles) Boldt of Blasdell; Linda (Mark) Breen of Port Hueneme, CA; Deborah (Richard) Wright of NC; LouAnne (Dennis) Marshall of Ashdown, AR; Marcella (Johnny) Newton of Alexander; brother Michael (Beatrice) Lewis of Addison, NY; 15 grandchildren along with many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. Funeral Services will be held at a later date. He will be laid to rest in West Middlebury Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.
 

Paul R. Brundage, 61, of Marathon passed away Monday September 8, 2014 in Medina Memorial Hospital. He was born on May 11, 1953 in Batavia to the late Richard (Julia LaMont) Brundage. He is preceeded in death by his daughter Leah Brundage.

Paul worked at Cornell University for many years as a Maintenance Mechanic. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed kayaking, hiking, fishing and camping. He loved spending time with his sons and family. Paul like to garden, read and loved music.

He is survived by his sons Philip Brundage  of Portland, OR., Robert Brundage of Cortland; brothers Peter (Joan) Brundage of Churchville, John (Elvira) Brundage of Laurel, MD., David (Tammy Adams) of Holley; sister Peggy (Randy) Cook of Batavia, along with many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. Friends are invited to attend a 1:00 PM Celebration of Life on Saturday September 13, 2014 at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. The family would like you to share a special memory or story of Paul during this time. If you’re not comfortable speaking, please write them down and it will be shared on your behalf.

Memorials may be made in the form of flowers. 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.

LeRoy ~ Florence Macaluso, age 87, of Lake Street, passed away Sunday morning (Sept. 7, 2014) at United Memorial Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.

     Mrs. Macaluso was born June 4, 1927 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Albert and Carmella Corrado Strollo.

    

She will be remembered as a very caring and compassionate person, who loved people.  Her devotion and love for her family was her priority.    

     She is survived by her children, Carm (Gary) Brown of LeRoy and Joe (Donna) Macaluso of Batavia; grandchildren, Richard (Tammi) Wickson, James (Ann) Wickson, Lezlie (Andrew) Farrell, Stacey (Sean) Omeara and Chelsie Callan; the love of her life, her great-grandchildren, Jay, Kendall, Izabelle, Addison, Aleah, Lila, Max and Finn; her siblings, Rose Strollo of Batavia, Albert Strollo of Batavia and Anthony (Jean) Strollo of Byron, along with many nieces and nephews. 

     She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph Macaluso Sr. and her siblings, Mary (Alfonso) Ficarella, Pauline (Joseph) O'Geen, Frances Miceli, Michael (Ann) Strollo, Alfred (Mary) Strollo and Antoinette (John) O'Geen.

     Family and friends may call on Tuesday from 3 ~ 7 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy.  Her Rite of Christian Burial will be on Wednesday at 10 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Joseph's Oratory, 27 Lake St., LeRoy, with private entombment to follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Batavia.

     The courtesy of no flowers is requested with memorials suggested to St. Joseph's Indian School, P.O. Box 326, Chamberlain, SD 57326    www.stjo.org/dreams

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

     Mrs. Macaluso and her famly are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc.

Shelby, NC ~ Phillip N. Godbout, age 61, entered into eternal rest on Sept. 3, 2014 at the Wendover Hospice Facility with his loving family at his side.

     He was born October 22, 1952, a son of the late Normand W. and Betty J. Nessel Godbout.

     He is survived by his loving sister, Susan J. (Kevin) Dowd of LeRoy.

     Phillip exemplified the utmost strength and courage during his 27 year battle with Multiple Schlerosis.  Don't judge a book by its cover, because the contributions he made to his "community" were inspiring as well as humbling.

     Memorials may be made to Hospice of Cleveland County at Wendover, Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150.

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

     Local arrangements were completed by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. in LeRoy, with assistance from the Robert S. Morgan Funeral Service.

BONNIE L. NICKERSON - Age 61, of Corfu, died Thursday morning September 4, 2014 at Rochester General Hospital. She was born November 15, 1952 in Rochester, a daughter of the late Blake and Edna (Mitchell) Nickerson Jr.  

   Bonnie worked for many years at I Squared R Element Co., Inc. in Akron.

   Surviving is her companion of over 20 years, Derry Kleckler of Corfu; sons, Aaron & Daniel; brothers, Blake & Doug along with a granddaughter, Daisy.

   There is no prior visitation and funeral services will be held privately by the family, memorials in her memory are suggested to a charity of the donor's choice.  

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

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

JAMES A. WILLIAMS SR. - Age 80, of Batavia, died peacefully Saturday August 30, 2014 at the Buffalo VA Medical Center. He was born February 2, 1934 in Batavia, a son of the late Francis and Ruth (Donahue) Williams, also preceded in death by siblings, Donald & John Williams, Patricia Epke, Jane Mason, Mary Luce and Ruth Kowalik.

   Jim was a veteran of the US Army where he served in Germany during WWII, he received a Citation from Queen Juliana of the Netherlands for his service to the people of Holland during the great Floods of 1953. He worked for many years for National School Bus in Rochester and was a "die hard" Yankees fan. He will be remembered by his Hull Park neighborhood for the flag pole erected and flowers planted after September 11 that still stands today.

   Surviving is his loving wife of 37 years, Kathryn (Yandow) Williams of Batavia; children, James A. (Cindy) Williams Jr. of FL, Debra (Gary) Barnes, Susan Wolter, Donald (Jennifer) Williams, Kim, Karen & Scott Williams all of Batavia and Robert Williams; brother, Larry Williams of Batavia; sisters-in-law, Theresa Williams of Attica and Florence Williams of Batavia; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren along with many nieces, nephews.

   There is no prior visitation and funeral services will be held privately by the family. Memorials in his memory are suggested to a charity of the donor's choice.           

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

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

Leicester ~ Joseph R. Balsamo, age 45, of Perry Road, passed away at home unexpectedly on Sunday (August 31, 2014).

     He was born June 2, 1969 in Batavia, a son of Patricia Hungerford Balsamo and the late Giuseppi Balsamo.

     Joe will be remembered as a very caring and compassionate animal lover.  He was very artistically creative and used that talent for his love of gardening and landscaping.

     He is survived by his mother, Patricia Balsamo of LeRoy, his sister, Stina (Paul Marini) Balsamo of Rochester, his brother, Steve Balsamo of LeRoy, along with many aunts, uncles and cousins.  He was predeceased by his dad, Giuseppi.

     There are no prior calling hours and services will be at the convenience of the family.  Memorial contributions may be made to his family.

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

     Mr. Balsamo and his family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. in LeRoy. 

Mrs. Gertrude K. Beswick, 92, wife of the late Robert L. Beswick, who died in 2005, died Sunday (August 31, 2014) at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital in Williamsville.

She was born December 10, 1921 in Matheson, Ontario, a daughter of the late Ludwig and Ester Nordstrum Nyquist.

Mrs. Beswick enjoyed gardening and was an accomplished seamstress. Before her husband's passing they frequently traveled, often times with the men he served with in the US Army during WWII.  She was especially fond of her cat, Lily and was a member of St. James Episcopal Church in Batavia.

Survivors include three children, Stephen L. Beswick of Batavia, Pamela (Rodney) Herdegon of Batavia and Bruce (Doreen) Beswick of Rye, NY; six granddaughters,  Kelley Caffo, Jamie Beswick, Stacey Daprizio, Stephanie D'Alba, Kathryn Johnston and Allison Beswick; four great- grandchildren and nieces and nephews. 

She is the sister of the late Ester M. Scoins and M. Lillian Rice.

Calling hours are Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main St., Batavia.  Services will be Saturday at 11:00 am at St. James Episcopal Church, 405 East Main St., Batavia.  Burial will be in Grandview Cemetery, Batavia.

Memorials may be made to Crossroads House, P.O. Box 403, Batavia, NY 14021 or St. James Episcopal Church, 405 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020.  

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

 

 

Oakfield - Mr. Augustine Robert Fenello, 76, of Oakfield, a self-employed hairdresser for over 40 years, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2014 at the New York State Veteran's Home.

Mr. Fenello was born October 13, 1937 in Batavia, a son of the late Benjamin, Sr. and Florence Picirillo Fenello.

A member of St. Padre Pio Parish - Oakfield worship site, Mr. Fenello was a member of the Buffalo Hairdresser Association and the Oakfield-Alabama American Legion. He served with the United States Navy from 1956-60 where he was an aviation mechanic for Patrol Squadron Eight.

As a jack of all trades, Mr. Fenello spent much of his spare time building, remodeling and fixing whatever was needed by any friends or family. He was a diehard Notre Dame Football and New York Yankees fan. However, his greatest passion was simply spending time with his family and friends.     

Mr. Fenello was the beloved husband of Shirley Rademacker Fenello whom he married June 16, 1962; loving father of Michael (Suzanne) Fenello of Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania and Michele (Brian) Telga of Chili; brother of  Nicholas (Sarah) Fenello of Batavia; brother-in-law of Dino Giordano of  Hilton, Gary (Mary Rose) Rademacker of Batavia, Wayne (Leslie) Rademacker of Oakfield, Sylvia Rademacker of Akron and Connie McClure of Batavia; cherished grandfather of Cody, Caitlin and Nicolette Fenello of Cranberry Township, PA and Zachary and Alexis Telga of Chili and  loving uncle of fifteen nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his brother, Benjamin Fenello, Jr.; sister, Ruth Giordano; and brother-in-laws Allan and Dean Rademacker

Friends may call on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Avenue, Oakfield. His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 10 a.m. at St. Padre Pio Parish, St. Cecilia's Worship Site, 56 Maple Avenue, Oakfield.  Burial, with full military honors, will be held at St. Cecilia’s Cemetery. Please consider memorials in his name to American Heart Association, 20 North Pointe, Suite #130, Amherst, New York 14228 or Down Syndrome Support Group of Western New York, 547 Englewood Avenue, Kenmore New York. 14223.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.burdettandsanford.com.

ANTOINETTE CIACCIO - Age 88, of Batavia, died peacefully Thursday evening August 28, 2014 at the Batavia Health Care Center. She was born April 20, 1926 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Matteo and Lena (Cicero) Recchio, also preceded in death by her husband, Rico Ciaccio and siblings, Frank, Michael and Ralph Recchio, Helen DiPiazza and Mary Rose Mogavero.

   Antoinette was a lifelong member of Ascension Parish where she also served as a Eucharistic Minister, she was employed for many years at the former Sylvania plant in Batavia.

   Surviving is her loving brother Matthew "Junior" Recchio of West Palm Beach, FL along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

   Family and friends may visit from 4-8 p.m. on Monday September 1, 2014 at the Michael S. Tomaszewski Funeral & Cremation Chapel, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where prayers will be recited 9:00 a.m. Tuesday September 2 followed by a 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Resurrection Parish (St. Mary's Site). Entombment will be in the Monsignor Francis L. Schwartz Mausoleum at St. Joseph's Cemetery and memorials in her memory are suggested to a charity of the donor's choice.           

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

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

 

LeRoy ~ Joseph Inguaggiato, age 67, of North Street, passed away unexpectedly at home Wednesday morning (August 27, 2014).

     He was born May 16, 1947 in Rochester, N.Y., a son of the late Joseph R. and Caroline DiBenedetto Inguaggiato.

    

Mr. Inguaggiato will be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather, who had a devotion to his family and his faith.  He was a member of Our Lady of Mercy Parish, where he served as an Eucharistic minister and participated in the choir.  He also was an avid gardener and had a passion for being a self-employed hairdresser, a business he operated out of his home for many years.

     He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Lillian DiPasquale Inguaggiato; his children, Danielle (Thomas) Ozzello of Greece, Jerrod (Kelly Elward) Inguaggiato of Greece and Joele (John) Piazza of LeRoy; his sister, Angela (Carl) Gigliotta of Irondequoit; 7 grandchildren, along with several loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

     Family and friends are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, Sept. 1 at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter's Church, 44 Lake St., LeRoy.

     Memorials are suggested to the ALS Association, Gift Processing Center, PO Box 6051, Albert Lea, MN 56007     

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

     Mr. Inguaggiato and his family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc.

B. John Olivadoti, 91, of Stuart, FL. formally of Batavia, passed away Wednesday July 23, 2014 at Catholic Hospice in Ft. Lauderdale. He was born on April 11, 1923 in Gardenville, New York to the late Giovanni (John) & Santa (Repice) Olivadoti. Mr. Olivadoti is predeceased by his wife Harriet Ross Spendelow Olivadoti who passed away on May 30, 1994, siblings; Carmella Olivadoti Constable, Mary Olivadoti Bilotta, Katharine Olivadoti Bilotta, Victoria Repice DeVirgilio, Ray Olivadoti all of Buffalo.

John was a member of the United Sates Navy during WWII in the Pacific Corridor and survived being sunk on the USS Hornet. He was an insurance agent for Mutual of Omaha Companion of New York for 50 years and was an avid golfer. Mr. Olivadoti was a member of the Batavia First United Methodist Church and the Peace Presbyterian Church in Stuart, FL. He is survived by his son Richard Olivadoti of Ft. Lauderdale, FL and daughter Kim Olivadoti Martin of Hurst, TX along with many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, August 29 at 11:00AM at St. Joseph's Cemetery Mausoleum in Batavia.

Memorials may be made in John’s honor to the Alzheimer's Association, www.ALZ.org. 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.

Darien -- Barbara A. Meyer, 77, passed away Friday (August 22, 2014) at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Barbara was born October 20, 1936, in Batavia, a daughter of the late John “Jack” and Gladys Rogers Balduf. She worked at Sylvania in Batavia and after retirement held many other jobs just because she liked to stay busy. Barbara’s talents as a seamstress were well known. She was the wife of the late Bradley R. Holmes and sister of the late Robert Balduf.

Surviving are her children; Doug Meyer, Dennis Meyer, Darrell Meyer, Debra Meyer and Dee (Garth) Tesch; 9 grandchildren, Eric, Kayla, Jason, Sarah, Ian, Jackie, Craig, Andy and Jon; sisters; Nancy Johnson, Karen (Richard) King and Joanne (Paul) Tenney; 2 step-sons, Brian (Nicole) Holmes and Bruce Holmes and 2 step-grandchildren. Many nieces and nephews also survive.

Friends may call Monday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main Street, Corfu, where funeral services will follow at 8 p.m.