Obituaries

DONALD N. MILLS ~ Age 94, of Oakfield, died peacefully Thursday April 25, 2019 at the home of his daughter under the care of his family and Hospice. Donald was born in the Town of Alabama, NY on March 27, 1925 a son of the late John and Edith (Boyce) Mills also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Louise Mills and siblings, Olin, Harold, George, Edward, Bertha Mills and Ida Borkholder.

He managed the Brundage and Mills Farms for many years and later managed the Oakfield Alabama School bus garage until retiring in 1999.  

He is survived by three daughters, LeAnne Cleveland, Linda (Rich) Miller and LaNora (Bob) Thompson all of Oakfield; nine grandchildren, Chris (Jeff) Covel, Bill (Anita) Cleveland, Michael (Dawn) Cleveland all of Oakfield, Cathy Cleveland and Derek Bell of Rochester, John (Melessa) Cleveland of Corfu, Jason (Kim) Miller of N. Chili, Kevin Miller of FL, Dan (Kate) Manges of Oakfield, Diana (Philip) Harrison of Dansville; 10 great-grandchildren, Ashley and Alex Covel, Chelsea and Christian Cleveland all of Oakfield, Angelina and Juliana Cleveland of Corfu, Ryan and Alaina Manges of Oakfield, Kaelyn Oliver and Brennan Harrison of Dansville along with many nieces and nephews.

At Donald’s request funeral services will be held privately by the family. He will be laid to rest alongside his wife in Reed Cemetery in Oakfield. Memorials can be made to Homecare & Hospice, Inc. or the Alabama Volunteer Fire Department.

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

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

WAYNE R. LADD ~ Age 97, of Batavia, formally of Orangeville, NY died peacefully Sunday April 21, 2019 at the New York State Veterans Home @ Batavia. Wayne was born August 13, 1921 in Dansville, NY to the late Myron and Florence (Hartman) Ladd, preceded in death by his first wife, Margaret; grandsons, Joseph and Kevin Ladd; great-grandson, Elliott Carver along with numerous brothers and sisters.

Wayne was proud to have served with the Army Air Corp during WWII in Africa until honorably discharged and a member of the Walter Klein American Legion Post #532 in Warsaw, NY. He was a Tool & Die Maker for GRS for many years, a member of the NAWCC Chapter 13, Western, NY and a member of the Free & Accepted Masons Lodge #413 in Varysburg, NY

Surviving is his beloved wife of 65 years, Emma (Mori) Ladd of Batavia; children, Mark (Cecilia) Ladd of Batavia, Martin (Patricia) Ladd of Greece and Mary (late Frank) Perry of Fairport; grandchildren, Frank (Kelley) Evans, Daniel Ladd, Tia Inclima, Jason Perry, Michael Perry and Jennifer (James) Carver; great-grandchildren, Walker, Hayes and Hadley Evans, Tabitha Perry, Isabelle and Sierra Carver; adopted sons, Lee Done and Glenn Stevens; nephew, J. Paul (Sharon) Ladd of Rochester along with many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be announced at a future date and Mr. Ladd will be laid to rest in White Haven Memorial Park in Fairport, NY. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to Volunteers for Animals PO Box 1621 Batavia, New York 14021.

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

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

                                                                                                       

James “Jim” Francis Kisicki, age 76, of Varysburg, NY passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2019 at Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio. He was born in Buffalo, NY on August 14, 1942 to the late Frank and the late Rose (Cwanek) Kisicki. He was preceded in death by his siblings, the late Eugenia (the late John) Closs, the late Geraldine Ratajczak and the late Francis (the late Susan) Kisicki.

Jim served in the US Army and was a member of the Varysburg Fire Department.

Jim is survived by his wife, Diane (Snyder); his children, Cheryl Kisicki, Janine (Heath) Szymczak, James Kisicki II,  Leanne (Kevin McDonald) Kisicki, Danielle Porter, Joel Brown, and Randy Brown; granddaughter, Katarina Szymczak; Siblings,  Ellen (Thomas) Kocialski, and Ronald (Wanda) Kisicki; brother-in-law, Robert Ratajczak.

Family and friends are invited to call on Monday April 29, 2019 from 4:00PM-7:00 PM at the Marley Funeral Home, LLC, 135 Main St., Attica, NY 14011. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at 10:00 am at the Ss Joachim & Anne RC Church, 2311 Attica Rd., Varysburg, NY. Burial will be in St Joseph’s Cemetery, Varysburg, NY

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in memory of Jim to the foundation of your 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 St., Attica, NY 14011.

Batavia -- Ione E. Johnson entered into eternal rest on April 23, 2019, at the age of 75.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Daniel and Katherine Stiles; daughter, Katherine Lynn; sister and friend, Patricia Neth; and brothers, Frank, Bill, and Larry Stiles.

She is survived by a son, Terry Daniel (Kristine); daughters, Linda Marie (Tim), Tammy Lee (Patrick), Lori Ann, and Jody Renee (Rob); grandchildren: Adam, Joey, Dougie, Timmy, Ryan, and Katelynn; 10 great-grandchildren; sister and best friend, Sylvia (James) Marble; brother and best friend, Jim Stiles; brother, Dale Stiles; sisters, Donna Johnson and Lori Baldwin, her dog, Zoey; bird, Lucy; and many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends may call on Monday, April 29^th, from 11a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 E. Main St. Batavia, NY 14020, where a Memorial Service will be held immediately following at 1 p.m., with Pastor David Weidman officiating. Burial in the Grandview Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

  Alice LeFort, 90, of Attica, NY passed away on April 23, 2019 in Warsaw, NY surrounded by her family. She was born in Porterville, NY on July 20, 1928 to the late Edward    and the late Emma (Ott) Arndt. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon in 1999.

Alice and her husband were farmers. She enjoyed quilting, gardening, and canning. Her favorite thing to do was to drive her tractor.

Alice is survived by her children, Sharon (the late Peter) Davis, Richard (Jackie) LeFort, Linda Mattice, Patricia LeFort, Rita (Scott) Welker, and Mary (Ron) Motz; her sister, Myrtle Rammacher; 14 grandchilkdren and 24 great grandchildren.

Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday April 27, 2019 from 10:30 AM- 11:30 AM at the Marley Funeral Home, LLC, 135 Main St., Attica, NY 14011. A Funeral Service will immediately follow at 11:30 AM at the funeral home.  Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery, Attica, NY.
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 St., Attica, NY 14011.

Donna M. Ottaviani, 88 of Akron, passed away Monday (April 22, 2019) at Buffalo General Hospital.

She was born July 29, 1930 in Buffalo, NY, a daughter of the late Harold and Carrie Halstead Westcott.

Donna was employed by Alden Scientific prior to her retirement. She enjoyed crafts, painting, crocheting, reading, cooking and baking. She also enjoyed bowling in her younger years. She will be dearly missed by everyone who knew her loving heart.

Survivors include her daughter, Lynda C. Ottaviani Sheehan of Akron. Son, Christopher (Pamela) Ottaviani of Phoenix, AZ. Grandchildren, Denise (Scott) Prior of Darien, James (Stacey) Sheehan IV of Lewiston and Christopher Ottaviani Jr. of Phoenix, AZ. Great-grandchildren, Wyatt Prior, Caleb Prior and Liam Sheehan.

She was the mother of the late David Ottaviani who passed away in 2002.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Friday (April 26^th) from 2-4pm at the J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 JOHN ST., AKRON, where a funeral service will follow at 4pm. Interment will be in Evergreen Lawn Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family for future distributions to charities. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

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

Richard R. McMullen “Rocky”, 66 of Rochester, passed away unexpectedly on Monday (April 22, 2019) at the Hill Haven Nursing Home in Penfield, NY.

He was born May 15, 1952 in Pembroke, NY, a son of the late John and Margaret Morrison McMullen.

Rick was formerly employed by Coca Cola Co. in Batavia and Rochester and retired from R.B. U’Ren Equipment in Rochester. He was a dedicated fan of the Buffalo Bills.

Survivors include his wife, Marie Pappalardo McMullen of Rochester. Step-daughter in law, Brenda (John) Crabtree of Virginia and grandchildren Katelyn Crabtree of Buffalo and Liam Crabtree of Virginia. Very close friend, Randy Williams of Rochester. Also survived by aunts, uncles and cousins.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share in a memorial service on Saturday (May 4^th) at 2:00pm at the J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia, NY.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Open Door Mission, 156 N. Plymouth Avenue, Rochester, NY 14608 or Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Rd, Fairport, NY 14450. Expressions of sympathy may be offered to 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.

  Dennis F. Roberts, 79 of Attica, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2019 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. He was born in Buffalo on June 10, 1939 to the late Fredrick (Norma Ruth) Roberts. He is preceded in death by a sister Shirley Limpinsel, brothers-in-law Robert Heller, Matthew “Sonny” Parrish and fur baby Gidget.  

Denny was a member of Attica Volunteer Exempt Fire Department Benevolent Association, WNY Gas & Steam Engine Association and past member of the Mighty St. Joe’s Drum Corp. He retired from Town of Attica Highway Department and was caretaker of St. Vincent’s Cemetery for many years. Denny was a longtime member of Sts. Joachim & Anne Parish in Attica.

Mr. Roberts is survived by his loving wife of 59 years Mary Jane (Parrish) Roberts of Attica; loving daughter Jody (Tim) Lutey of Stafford; beloved Pa to Rachel (Michael) Blecha of East Bethany; Matthew (Emily) Lutey of Batavia; Pop Pops beloved pride and joys, Macey & Preslee Blecha; Kylie & Claire Lutey; fur babies Cabela & CeCe. Beloved siblings, Paul (Linda) Roberts of Michigan; Ronald (Barbara) Roberts of Florida; Daralee (Donald) McCulloch of Attica; Michelle Carr and Frank of Arizona; Yvonne (Rex) Bishop of Colorado; brother-in-law Gene Limpinsel of Elma; sisters-in-law, Ann Heller of Florida; Joann Parrish, Nancy (David) Dimick of Attica; Cathy (James) Perl of Varysburg; Goddaughter Breanna Hummel, along with many loving nieces and nephews.  

Friends are invited to an 11:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday April 27, 2019 at Sts. Joachim & Anne Parish, 50 East Avenue, Attica, NY 14011. Denny will be laid to rest in St. Vincent’s Cemetery, Attica.    

Flowers are gratefully declined, memorials may be made to Attica Fire Department, 11 Water Street, Attica, NY 14011 or to Wings Flights of Hope, P.O. Box 872, Orchard Park, NY 14127. 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.  

Laura (Martin) Walrath,  passed away peacefully at the age of 92 on Easter Sunday, April 21, 2019 at the LeRoy Village Green in LeRoy, NY.

Laura was born on November 13, 1926 in Avon, NY, a daughter of the late Eldon and Florence Lee. Laura is predeceased by her husband Howard and her brothers, Raymond and Eldon Lee, Jr.

Laura is survived by her daughter Jill Smith (Michael Mager) and granddaughter Meghan Gallagher. 

Private graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family. The family invites donations in Laura’s memory to the YWCA of Genesee County, 301 North Street, Batavia, NY. Arrangements were made by C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main Street Corfu, NY.

  Patsy Palermo, 89, of Batavia passed away peacefully on Saturday April 20, 2019 at the Premier Genesee Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on November 29, 1929 in Elba, NY to the late Anthony and Lena (Marbella) Palermo. In addition to his parents, Patsy is predeceased by his son-in-law; Joseph Fragnito; siblings James Palermo, Betty Palermo, Florence Smith,  brother Onofrieo (Barbara) Palermo, Rose (Eugene) Marcello.

Patsy was a self-employed Muck Farmer working in the family business in Elba for many years and was also a machinist at Delco Products for over 28 years. He was a member of the St. Nicholas Club, the Holy Name Society, an alter server and a member of St. Joseph’s RC Church. Patsy was an avid sports enthusiast. He dedicated much of his life to research for spinal injuries through the Miami Project. He loved to sing, dance and make Sunday sauce. Patsy will forever be remembered as a steady family man, a loyal, respected, devoted and loved husband, father, grandpa, Nanu and friend. Everyone loved Patsy.

Mr. Palermo is survived by his loving and devoted wife of almost 65 years; Virginia (Gringer) Palermo of Batavia; children Patty A. Fragnito of Batavia; James (Nancy) Palermo of Batavia and Ricky Palermo of Batavia; siblings Carm (late Larry) Dunn of Chili, JoAnn (Edward) McDonnell of Rochester and Carol (late James) Gagliano of CA.; brother in law Donald Smith of Churchville; granddaughters Jamie M. (Eric) Peskor, Amy (Greg) Ciszak and Annie Palermo DPT; great-grandchildren Luke Peskor, Lena and Wesley Ciszak, along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday April 23, 2019 from 12:00PM-1:45PM at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph’s site) 303 East Main Street Batavia, New York 14020, where a 2:00PM Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow visitation. Patsy will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum.

Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis http://www.themiamiproject.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. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

Angelo V. Pettinella ~ of Batavia, 84, entered eternal peace with Jesus Christ on Thursday (April 18, 2019) at Premier Genesee Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation after a lengthy illness. He was born in Batavia on July 23, 1934, to the late Dominick and Theresa (Mastriano) Pettinella. He married his high school sweetheart, Carole Barone, on Feb. 20, 1954 at St. Anthony’s Church. They raised three sons and were married for nearly 60 years until her death on Nov. 14, 2013.

Angelo worked for the Pettinella Family onion business in his younger years, before embarking on a 30-year career as a long-distance truck driver with an impeccable driving record. After that, he helped his son, David, with his business, Dave’s Trucking and Dave’s Produce in Elba, for several years before retiring due to health concerns.

He was an avid fan of all professional sports, rooting for the Yankees and Knicks while growing up and then teams from Boston (Red Sox, Patriots, Bruins and Celtics) in his later years. A passionate, generous and caring man, he took pride in all the accomplishments of his sons, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews and nieces.

Angelo was predeceased by his son, David (July 22, 2007); grandson, David Jr. (Aug. 30, 2005); brothers, Louis Caiazza and Dominic (Don Taylor); sister and brother-in-law, Antoinette (Joseph “Jack”) Versaggi, and sister-in-law, Judith Barone.

He is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Michael (Wendy) Pettinella of Batavia, and Thomas (Betsy) Pettinella of Pittsford; brother and sister-in-law, Charles (Margaret) Pettinella of Rochester; brother-in-law, Anthony (Marge) Barone of Batavia; grandchildren, Teressa Pettinella of Batavia, Leanna (Dan) DiRisio of Batavia; Philip (Ali) Pettinella and Matthew (Meghan) Chartraw, both of Charlotte, N.C.; Adam (Mackenzie) Pettinella of Chili, and Bryan (Rebecca Morse) Pettinella of Batavia; Kelly (Jared Chaddock) Cudney and Jennifer (Clinton Anderson) Cudney of Batavia; great-grandchildren, Christian Peek, Jenae Colkey, Haylee Thornley, Vincent DiRisio, Luciana DiRisio, Brycen Pettinella, Gage Pettinella, Renzo Pettinella, all of Batavia; Leah and Aubrey Chartraw of Charlotte, N.C.; Gio Pettinella of Charlotte, N.C.; Brecken Pettinella of North Chili; nieces and nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins.

There will be no calling hours. A private memorial service for the family will be held. Memorials in Angelo’s name can be made to the American Diabetes Association.

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

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

RAYMOND H. SEWERYNIAK ~ Age 91, of Batavia, died Monday afternoon April 15, 2019 at the New York State Veteran’s Home @ Batavia. He was born December 22, 1927, in Batavia, NY a son of the late John and Michalina “Minnie” (Przybysz) Seweryniak also preceded in death by siblings, Edwin, Chester, Joseph Seweryniak, Mary Soban and Irene Smart.

Ray attended Corfu Central School before entering the US Army, serving honorably during the Korean Conflict in the 5^th Infantry Division at Indiantown Gap. He was a well-known Tool & Die Maker working as Assistant Production Manager for Ward Hydraulics for 18 years. He also worked at the former Trojan Industries, Sylvania and retired from Chapin Manufacturing in 1991. Ray was a 4H Leader for many years, member of the former Moose Club, enjoyed time spent with family, grandchildren, gardening, woodworking and solving any mechanical challenges he was presented. Ray was an accomplished craftsman who helped build and built numerous area homes.

Surviving is his beloved wife of 62 years, Theresa “Terry” (Koziol) Seweryniak of Batavia; his children, Mark (Sue) Seweryniak of Batavia, David (Kathy) Seweryniak of Corfu, Sue (Kevin) Geer of Hamlin and Kay Bush of Batavia; brother, Leo (Vi) Seweryniak of Corfu; sister, Ann Rumfola of LeRoy; sister-in-law, Kathryn Seweryniak of Batavia; 12 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.    

The Sewerynaik family will be present from 5 - 8p.m. on Monday April 22, 2019 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC          4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020. Please join Ray’s family in celebrating his Mass of Christian Burial 10a.m. Tuesday April 23 at St. Maximillian Kolbe Parish (E. Pembroke Site). He will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery and memorials in his memory are suggested to the church.

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

THE FAMILY OF RAYMOND H. SEWERYNIAK IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4210 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NY 14020

  Lydia V. Zinni, a long time former resident of Batavia, passed away on March 19, 2019 in Jacksonville, FL. Lydia was born on May 14, 1922 in New York City. She was the only child of Ernesto and Mary Bertone.

She enjoyed many outdoor activities including horseback riding, tennis, cross country skiing, and ice skating. She always believed that exercise was important and was taking aerobic classes into her 80’s! Lydia was an excellent cook and advocated healthy meals even before it was the fad! She made everything from scratch. Her pie crusts were unbeatable and her strawberry rhubarb pies will not be forgotten. She was a talented seamstress and enjoyed sewing costumes and clothing for her daughters, and even tackled re-upholstering furniture. Lydia also enjoyed traveling throughout the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and several Caribbean Islands. Prior to marrying the love of her life, Donald Zinni, in 1950, and moving to Batavia, she was an executive secretary at the Montgomery Ward Headquarters in NYC. Lydia was a devoted and loving wife and mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Her family was the most important thing in her life. Her loving and caring ways will be cherished forever.

Lydia is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Donald; her daughters & son in laws: Lynne Stager (John), Virginia Reist (Charles), Paula Reeger (Terry); seven grandchildren: Kevin Stager, Maria Stager, Erik Reeger, Erin Katzman (Andy), Danielle Dallas (Scott), Rachel Reist, and Harland ( Andrea) Reist; six great grandchildren: Mollie, Ian,& Margaret Dallas, Hailey Reist, Jacob & Micah Katzman. She is also survived by sisters-in-law Rose Marie Szadek and Elizabeth Zinni, and brother-in-law George Massar, along with several nieces and nephews.

Lydia was a faithful member of St. Anthony Church and Ascension Parish. She was a wonderful role model for her daughters. Lydia enjoyed life and was always up for a good time. She will be sadly missed.

There will be no prior calling hours. An 11:00AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday April 27, 2019 at Ascension Parish 15 Sumner St. Batavia, NY 14020. Mrs. Zinni will be entombed in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum.

The family requests no flowers. The family kindly requests that memorials in Lydia’s memory be made to The Sisters of Mercy NY, PA, Pacific West Community Development Office 625 Abbott Rd. Buffalo, NY 14220-2092 www.sisterofmercy.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. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

  William Joseph Ward, 87 of Perry, passed away on Sunday April 14, 2019 at his home. He was born in Hume, NY on April 4, 1932 a son to the late Warren and Minnie (Burkart) Ward.

He was a graduate of Castile High School. Bill worked for the Conable and Southview Farms in Castile for many years retiring at the age of 85. He loved farming and his family.

He is survived by his wife Eileen (MacQuarrie) Ward whom he married on Nov. 30, 1985, 2 daughters Brenda Converse of Harrison, NY and Rebecca Arft of Piffard, NY, 2 sons: Keith Ward of Hawaii, Dennis (Kathy) Ward of South Carolina, 3 brothers: Arnold Ward, Warren “Jr.” (Zieska) Ward and Raymond (Charlene) Ward all of Castile, 4 grandchildren Gary G. Converse II, Charissa J. Converse, Robert William Converse, Keneke Keka Ward, 6 great grandchildren Devin Donnelly, Cohen Donnelly Elizabeth Donnelly, Nicholas Converse, Gary G. Converse III and Dakota Converse, along with several nieces and nephews.

Along with his parent he is preceded in death by a sister Betty Livingston and sister-in-law Patricia Ward.

Family and friends may call from 11:00AM-1:00PM at Eaton Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530 on Monday April 22, 2019, where Funeral Services will follow at 1:00PM at the Funeral Home. William will be laid to rest in Glenwood Cemetery in Perry.

Memorial contributions can be made to the family. 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.