Obituaries

Batavia ~ World War II Veteran, Patrick Palotti, died peacefully at the NYS Veteran’s Home in Batavia, on Sept. 11, 2017, where he had been a resident since early August. He was 98 and lived his life fully and independently. 

     Pat is lovingly remembered for his stories, love of family and friends, remodeling skills, gardening, and his zest for life. He owned and ran Pat’s Bootery in LeRoy for 34 years. Not ready for retirement,  he later worked at Genesee Country Village and Darien Amusement Park into his 80’s with wife Dot by his side.

     He was a member of St. Peter’s Church, Rotary Club, Head of the Babe Ruth League and LeRoy and Genesee County Chambers of Commerce.

     Pat is predeceased by wife Dot, son Gary, parents, and siblings, Sally Platt and Florence McMahon.

     He is sorely missed by daughter, Kathleen (Ken) Henry of Batavia; daughter-in-law, Karen (late Gary) Palotti of Simsbury, CT and son, David (Marilynn) Palotti of East Bethany; eleven gratefull grandchildren remain; Mike (Kristy) Palotti, Kevin (Karly) Palotti, Jeremy (Kristin) Palotti, Adam (Sonja) Palotti, Matthew (Rhean) Palotti, Josh (Mandy) Palotti, Ken (Julie) Henry, Brian (Amy) Henry, Jennifer Gadd, Emily (Frank) Falleti and Megan (Alex) Lega and the joys of his life, 23 great-grandchildren; Hayleigh, Andy, Nate, Luca, Rose, Henry, Carter, Felix, Holden, Nathan, Noah, Grant, Liberty, McKenzie, Tyler, Dylan, Austin, Gino, Francesco, Mirabella, Arianna, James and Dale.

     Family and friends may call on Wednesday, Sept. 27 from 4 ~ 6 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy.  Graveside Services with military honors will be held on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 10:00 AM in the Stafford Rural Cemetery.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the NYS Veterans Home at Batavia.

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

He loved being a Dad, Papa, uncle, cousin and best brother.  Dean was an avid outdoorsman with a passion for hunting with Mark and fishing with Auggie. He was a lifelong Buffalo Bills, Sabres and NY Yankees fan. He enjoyed spending his Sundays watching football in his recliner with his 3 best buddies Jack, Bang and Spike by his side. He enjoyed fishing, going to Sabres and Bills games and eating wings at Duff's with Lindsay. They shared a lifelong love of animals. She may have learned dog rescue from him. He enjoyed working with the horses, eating Crosby's pizza and watching Thor and Swamp People with Emily. Dean loved being a Papa to Collin playing Nerf wars, jumping on the trampoline, wrestling and watching Monster Jam. Dean enjoyed working with standard bred horses with his family and friends for many years. He spent many a trip in the back of a truck or trailer going from track to track to make it easier for his Mom and Dad. In more recent years he enjoyed traveling to visit Tim and Melanie in Florida. Swimming in the pool and fishing in the gulf. Dean and Tim have had many adventures over the years most recently fishing, playing poker and floating in the pool just hanging out together as only brothers can do. Dean enjoyed spending time with Robin and her family. Always being a huge part of any celebration. He would willingly wear party hats or do any nonsense to make the holiday fun for everyone. He also could be counted on to help do anything that needed to be done and was often seen hanging precariously from tree stands to help get ready for deer season with Mark. He found a new passion working as a radiology technician at UMMC in Batavia. He loved his coworkers and the patients he cared for. He enjoyed wearing his Super Hero Scrubs for the enjoyment of the "kids". His biggest gift was his big heart always willing to help. He worked hard and played hard.

He is survived by his loving children Lindsay (Taylor) Harris of Harlem, GA., Emily Dale of Attica,  favorite sister Robin (Mark) Shaw of Henrietta, little brother Tim (Melanie) Dale of Sarasota , FL., grandson Collin Dale of Attica; long time companion Shari Fothiathis of Corfu; niece and nephew Michael (Amber) Shaw of Batavia, Morgan Shaw of Fairport and great niece Carrigan along with his 3 best buddies Bang, Jack and Spike.

There will be no prior calling hours and Services for Dean will be held privately for the family.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Wilmot Cancer Institute 601 Elmwood Ave. Rochester, NY 14642 or the Genesee County Animal Shelter http://www.vol4animals.org/. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visitwww.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

Corfu -- Robert H. Musall, 88, of Corfu, NY, died peacefully on September 20^th 2017 with his family by his side.

He was born January 4^th, 1929 in North Tonawanda, NY. He is survived by his wife Susanalice of 41 years, four daughters: Kathryn Musall, Kara (Mike) Czechowicz, Emily (Justin) Fronckowiak and Sara (Eric Krasinski) Musall, brother Richard Musall and six grandchildren.

Robert had a love for his family and country. He was a proud Marine and Korean War Veteran. He was a Sargeant of the 1^st Marine Division in Korea and 2^nd Marine Division in the United States. He was also a lifetime member of the Marine Corps League Conrad F. Kania Detachment and actively involved in the local VFW, serving as commander of his post, Cathie-Wild Post 9000, for several years while in his early 80s.

He retired from the New York State Thruway after 30 years of service. He had many interesting occupations throughout his life including cowboy in Wyoming and driving a hearse. His great loves were spending time with his family and horses. He loved the mountains, visiting national parks and historical military sites. He was genuine, deeply caring and witty. His love and devotion for his family was only surpassed by theirs for him.  

Friends may call Tuesday, September 26, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary Inc., 4 E. Main St, Corfu, NY. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, September 27, at 11:30 a.m. at the Corfu United Presbyterian Church, 63 Allegheny St., Corfu, NY.

Batavia - June Cotton Vukman, 87, went to be with our Lord September 16, 2017 surrounded by her family.  She was born in Buffalo, NY on January 21, 1930, a daughter of Andrew and Mildred Baube Cotton.  She is predeceased by the “love of her life”, Roy J. Vukman, who passed away January 24, 1997 and her brother Lloyd and sister-in-law, Ethel.  She was Supervisor of the Town of Batavia for eighteen years, a job she loved. 

She is survived by her sons, Dr. Gerald (Susan) Vukman of Oakfield, Dr. Ronald (Elizabeth) Vukman of Rochester; her daughter, Patricia Swift of Niagara Falls; 8 grandchildren, Michelle (Gary) Patnode, Stephen Vukman, Christine (Phillip) Auman, Joanne Vukman, Matthew Vukman, Timothy Vukman, Emily Vukman and Zachery Swift; 2 great-grandchildren, Gary and Jonathan Patnode; and 3 nieces. 

A celebration of her life will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at Batavia First United Methodist Church.  Burial will follow in Grand View Cemetery.  Flowers are gratefully declined. Please consider memorials to American Heart Association of WNY, 5488 Sheridan Dr., #300, Williamsville, NY 14231 or to Batavia First United Methodist Church, 8221 Lewiston Rd., Batavia, NY 14020.  Arrangements were entrusted to H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home in Batavia. 

She became a countryman's wife in 1952, and as her family grew, she filled the roll of wife and mother of 4. Later, she worked for Genesee County Nursing home in Batavia as a Nursing Assistant and retired after 20 years of service in 1984. She then moved with her husband to Branchport, NY where she pursued a short stay at the Canandaigua VA, retiring in 1987.

She was active with the Board of Elections for the town of Italy in Yates County for 6 years. She was passionate for her church, Italy Hill Baptist, and loved gardening and crafts. In 2007, she and her husband downsized and moved to Attica to be closer to their children. It was then, that she shared her beautiful voice in the church choir at Alexander Methodist in Alexander. To share more time with her daughter, with open arms, she found a loving home and family at Alabama Full Gospel in 2013, and continued to serve and love on our Lord, and praise the life and family she had been gifted with. She will be missed, and remembered for her spunk, by those she came in contact with. Many thanks go out to all those who loved and cared for her as we set out on her journey home.

Patricia is survived by her loving husband of 65 years; Jesse H. Slate of Attica; children Bonnie (Chuck) Myers of Silver Springs, Shirley Slate of Batavia, Karl (Sue) Slate of Batavia, Hope (Edward) Knapp of Alexander, Kelly (Jim) Hilt of Scocia, Kori Slate of Canandaigua; grandchildren Christina (Sam) Salamone, Paul (Jan) Myers, Brooke (Tim) Eck, Eric (Juan) Slate, Jaimee (Cory) Coles, Joshua (Brandy) Knapp, Jon (Amirose) Knapp, Michael (Christina) Knapp, Zachary and Kendal Hilt, Patrick and Autumn Lewis; 8 great-grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews.  

There will be no prior calling hours. A 2:00PM Memorial Service will be held on Sunday September 24, 2017 at the Alabama Full Gospel Church 5329 S. Gravel Road Medina, NY 14103.

Flowers and donations on her behalf may be sent to the Alabama Full Gospel Church at the address listed above. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visitwww.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

Lorne had a love for animals, as he was aspiring to be a Veterinarian Technician. He was an avid reader, loved art, sketching and drawing and enjoyed playing Xbox online with his friends. Lorne will be remembered for his big heart and his willingness to help anyone who needed it.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his siblings; Amanda Brudz of Batavia and Andrew Brudz of Rochester; uncle Timothy (Rita) Brudz of Attica, aunt Amy (Edward) Wenck of Indiana, and Michelle McCulloch of Attica along with several cousins.

Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, September 25, 2017, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 10:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday the 26th at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish located at 8656 Church St. East Pembroke, NY 14056. He will be laid to rest in St. Vincent’s Cemetery in Attica.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Richmond Memorial Library 19 Ross St. in Batavia or the Genesee County Animal Shelter http://www.vol4animals.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.

Corfu - Beth J. Aylsworth, 58, of Corfu, passed away at her home Tuesday, September 19, 2017.

 

Beth was born April 21, 1959 in Buffalo, a daughter of the late Arthur and Ruth Popp Brown. Beth was a 1977 graduate of Cheektowaga Central School. She received an associates degree from Bryant and Stratton College. Beth was a billing manager for Pembroke Family Medicine.

 

Beth’s favorite pastimes were spending time with her family, playing cards, reading, gardening and boating. She was an animal lover but had a soft spot for dogs. Over the years, Beth adopted many dogs through the ASPCA. 

 

Beth is survived by her beloved husband of 35 years, Michael Aylsworth; devoted children, Gretchen Aylsworth and Christopher Aylsworth; two brothers, David (Joyce) Brown, of Tennessee, and Paul (Nancy) Brown, of Depew, and several nieces and nephews. Beth also leaves behind many close friends who were really more like family. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

 

Family and friends may call on Thursday, September 21 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 E. Main St., Corfu. Funeral services will be held Friday, September 22 at 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 4809 S. Newstead Rd., Akron, NY. Burial will be in Evergreen Hill Cemetery, Corfu, NY.

 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The ASPCA Serving Erie County, 300 Harlem Rd., West Seneca, NY 14224.

LeRoy - Pauline B. Jaczynski, 91, formerly of Batavia, died Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at United Memorial Medical Center, in Batavia.

Mrs. Jaczynski was born June 19, 1926 in Turbotville, PA, the daughter of the late Henry and Harriet (Rider) Pursel.

She enjoyed Shopping, eating out and playing BINGO, Pokeno and scratch off tickets.

Her husband, Walter W. Jaczynski, died in 1985.

Survivors include 2 sons, David (Denise) Jaczynski of Basom and Roger (Karen) Jaczynski of Byron; 2 daughters, Mary (Jonathan) Pfennig of Corfu and Rose (Kenneth) Baker of Medina; a sister-in-law, Elsie Pursel of Batavia; 10 grandchildren, Kara Workowski, Bethany Pfennig, Daniel Pfennig,  Amber Jaczynski, Kate Campany, Diana Baker, Kenneth Baker, Jr., Julie Taylor, Samantha Baker and Eric Harter; 10 great-grandchildren, Hailey, Mitchel, Dylan, Eddie, Mason, Evan, Piper, Bella, Raelynn and James and several nieces and nephews. 

She is the sister of the late Calvin, Vernon, Walter, John, Andy, Clarence, Frederick, Charles, Annabelle, Dorothy, Catherine, Mabel, Leah, Julie and Edith.  

Friends may call on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. at H.E. Turner & Co, Inc., 403 E. Main St., Batavia, where services will be at 10:30 am Saturday.  Burial will be in Byron Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Homecare & Hospice, 29 Liberty St., Suite #6, Batavia, NY 14020.   Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Richard loved to snowboard, ride his dirt bikes and loved to play video games. He was true to the Buffalo Bills and Sabres. Richard and his mom loved to watch the TV show The Walking Dead and most of all was a devoted father to his son.

He is survived by his beloved son; Noah J. Bellinger of Attica; parents Richard Bellinger of Varysburg and Lori Becker of Depew; sisters Nicole Bellinger of Attica and Melinda Lehmann of West Henrietta; brother Ryan Bellinger of Attica; nephews Ishiah and Colin Lehmann; niece Malia Bellinger.

Family and friends are invited to call from 5:00-7:00PM on Tuesday September 26, 2017 at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. Services will be held privately for the family.

For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visitwww.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

A graduate of Perry Central High School, Charles worked for the former Foster Wheeler Co. in Dansville for many years as a welder and later retired from TMP Inc. in Wyoming. Charles was a member of the National Rifle Association. He enjoyed deer hunting and woodworking.

He is survived by a sister; Bonnie (Cleon) McLeod of Dunn, NC.;  2 brothers Alan (Cindy) Foote of Perry and Robert Foote of Nunda along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may call from 2:30-4:30PM on Saturday September 23, 2017 at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530 where a 4:30PM Funeral Service will follow visitation at the Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest in Glenwood Cemetery in Perry.

Memorial contributions can be made to Wounded Warrior Project PO Box 758517 Topeka, Kansas 66675-8517 or visit woundedwarriorproject.org.  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

Wayne was a truck driver for C&R Foods in Mt. Morris, McCormick Potato Farms in Gainesville and Fitch Farms in Perry. Wayne enjoyed driving his race car at the Perry Speedway, Batavia Raceway and Freedom Raceway, loved working on vehicles and was always willing to help out people with their vehicle problems. “If you could not find him he would be working in his garage.” He was known to many as the King of Tradio. He was an avid Buffalo Bills and Sabres fan. Wayne enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

He is survived by 2 daughters; Bridget (Chad) Hallopeter of Portageville, Karissa Schuster of Perry; 2 sons Jesse (Kim Grover) Schuster of Perry, James Schuster of Perry; 2 sisters Katie Frantz of Batavia, Donna Pierce of Wiscoy; 2 brothers Charles (Brenda) Schuster of Belmont, Donald “Roe” (Sheril) Schuster of Perry; 3 grandchildren C.J. and Carter Hallopeter and Nicholas Schuster along with many nieces, nephews and friends.

Family and friends may call from 11:00AM – 12:00 noon on Saturday September 23, 2017 at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530 where a 12:00 noon Funeral Service will follow visitation at the Funeral Home.  He will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery in Attica.

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

City of Batavia's "Unofficial Mayor", died peacefully Sunday morning September 17, 2017 at his home while under the care of Hospice and his daughters, Carmen & Jeanette . He was born October 10, 1937 in Madison, FL to the late Berlin and Rosalee (Alexander) Mobley, also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Joan Y. Mobley in 2014 and siblings, Bishop Aaron & Leroy Mobley. 

Tommie worked for many years at the Batavia VA Medical Center and the former Batavia Downs, he was a longtime member of the Highway of Holiness Church. A friend to all, he greeted everyone with a smile, handshake and his positive attitude! He had a deep love of family and friends always welcoming a visit to his home or heading out to visit them. 

Surviving are his loving children, Bobbie L. Mobley of Batavia, Tommie L. Mobley, Jr. of Rochester, Carmen E. Vega of LeRoy, Michael T. Mobley of Maryland, Marcus L. Mobley of Batavia, B. Jeanette Filbert of Batavia and Jeanine M. Mobley of Batavia; sister, Irma Lane of Jacksonville, FL along with a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. 

The Mobley family will be present from 2-4 & 6-8pm on Friday September 22, 2017 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020, please join them 11:00am Saturday September 23 at City Church 122 Liberty Street Batavia where a Celebration of Life will be held. He will be laid to rest alongside his wife in Grand View Cemetery and memorials in his memory can be made to HomeCare & Hospice, Inc. or Genesee Cancer Assistance, Inc. 

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

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

Age 85, died Thursday evening September 14, 2017 at Rochester Regional Health/Unity Hospital. She was born November 24, 1931 in Batavia, NY a daughter of the late Fred and Lena (MacDowell) Petry also preceded in death by her beloved husband of 41 years, Glenn W. Viehdeffer, Sr.; daughter, Kathy Viehdeffer; grandson, Glenn W. Viehdeffer III; great-grandson, Paris Howard; siblings, Fred Petry, Helen Johncox and Louise Rich.

Mrs. Viehdeffer graduated from Pavilion Central School in 1950 and was a longtime member of the Brick Presbyterian Church in Perry. A homemaker she worked at the Perry Knitting Co. and was a personal care aid. She enjoyed crocheting, playing Bingo, having visitors and loved the outdoors and watching birds.           

Surviving are her loving children, Glenn W. (Dawn) Viehdeffer, Jr. of Oakfield, Cynthia (Scott) Fritag of FL, Kevin Viehdeffer of TN, Sharon (Tom Sietz) of Batavia, David Viehdeffer of Batavia and Rebecca Viehdeffer of Alexander; 17 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, 6 great great-grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews. 

The Viehdeffer family will be present from 4-8pm on Wednesday September 20, 2017 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATON CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020. She will be laid to rest with her late husband in Grand View Cemetery and memorials in her memory are suggested to the NYS Veterans Home @ Batavia Activities Fund. 

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

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

Born just prior to the great depression, her childhood saw the desperation of the great depression and the devastation of World War II. She came into adulthood in the rubble of the war’s aftermath. Helga and her siblings survived the difficult time with love, strength and humor led by their beloved and revered mother as Wilhelm had died in the latter days of the war. As the oldest sibling she took on the role that she continued to play the rest of her life; a strong, loving caregiver. She took care of her younger brothers all of their lives. She cared for her sister as she was dying of cancer, her mother in the last days of her life, as well as her beloved son Wolfgang during his final months. Helga loved and cared for family, friends, neighbors and strangers. Whether it was crocheting a blanket for someone’s new baby, sewing someone’s wedding gown or costumes for the local theater productions. She volunteered her time through church, Boy Scouts Women’s Auxiliary and Crossroads House in Batavia, she was always there. Helga was a selfless giver until her final days. Helga and her husband Dieter shared a beautiful life together raising their 3 children in a home that was always full of love and laughter.

She is survived by her beloved husband Dieter Baumann whom she has been married to for 53 years; daughters Birgitt (Gary) Hammond of Batavia and Linda (Richard) Conroy of Batavia; 5 grandchildren Jennifer (Jeff) Miller, Jason (Sara St. John) Hammond, Tara (John) Kaczorowski, Michelle Conroy and Juliana Fuchs; 5 great-grandchildren Madison, Wolfie, Lily, Ava and Alex along with many nieces and nephews.  

Family and friends are invited to call on Monday September 18, 2017 from 3:00-7:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. An 11:00AM Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday the 19^th at the Funeral Home. Mrs. Baumann will be entombed in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum in Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Crossroads House www.crossroadshouse.com/  P.O. Box 403 Batavia, NY 14021. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to sign 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.