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East Bethany - James (Jim) Richard Smith, devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, 87, of East Bethany, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, September 24, 2015 surrounded by his loving family after a long illness.    

He is survived by so many who love him: his beloved wife Agnes Ann Dillon Smith, his “Sweet Love” of 62 years, daughter Sharon (Larry) Smith of East Bethany and The Villages, Florida, and their children; Kristie (Chris) Toomath of Los Angeles, California (Kayla Ferreira, Braxton and Brodie Toomath), Katie (Glenn) Taylor of Pavilion (Jacob and Ayden), Ryan (Kristie Noelle) Smith of Victor (Riley and Gabriella), daughter Cynthia (Thomas) Schubmehl of East Pembroke, and their children; Erin (Steven) Jacobson of Princeton, New Jersey, Brian (Katelyn) Schubmehl of Boston, Massachusetts (Eleanor), and daughter Peggy (Douglas) Fuller of Delevan, and their children; Cassidy (fiance, Justin Schwab) of Chaffee, Dillon and Megan of Delevan, and Julienne Rice (Nick Benton) of Rochester.  

 Mr. Smith is also survived by a sister, Nancy (Charles) Rieks of Greeneville, Tennessee; two sisters-in-law, Elma Smith of LeRoy, and Mary Jane (Ronald) Heywood of East Bethany, two special sisters; Judy (Nicholas) Cecci of Corning, and Patti (Robert) Nephew of Warsaw, his extended family Amy Jo and Marty Griffith of Clarence Center and their children Taylor Leigh (Jacob Amankwaah) of Buffalo, Sammi Jo (Luke) Gill of Eden (Marleigh Jo and Henry),  a special daughter, Jane (Rick) Scott of Stafford, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.  Mr. Smith was known to many outside of his “biological” family as “Grampa Jim.”

 Mr. Smith was born August 6, 1928 in Hornell, New York, a son of the late Daniel Patrick and Mary Jane Reese Smith. He attended school in Batavia, and later attending and graduating from Alexander Central.

 Mr. Smith had a long career at Niagara Mohawk Electric Company as a lineman, a rural representative, and a district operator, and lastly as a service man. He also took great pride in his very long tenure serving as Secretary Treasurer of the Rural Cemetery Association. He volunteered his time as an electrician generously to the East Bethany Presbyterian Church, the Bethany Firemen’s Carnival, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, and many family friends. He was extremely hardworking, whether the work was volunteer or paid.

 James was predeceased by his parents, Daniel and Mary Jane Smith, his twin brother John R. Smith, and his sister Diane J. Smith Wheatley.

 Mr. Smith’s family would like to thank the many people and agencies who have made these last years of his life so much easier to manage; The Rev. Walter Wenhold for pastoral care, his Visiting Nurse Association nurse, Sue Nevinger, RN, Homecare & Hospice for their support, Connie and her staff at the Lake Plains Dialysis Center here in Batavia, Sue Riner, NP for her wonderful care throughout the years, and his nephrologist Dr. Rebecca Monk who became a friend. Additionally, the family would like to thank our family and friends who have been there for Jim and for them during this difficult time.

Friends may call on Saturday from 3 to 6 p.m. at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.  A Funeral Service officiated by The Rev. Walter Wenhold will be celebrated at 1 p.m. on Sunday, September 27th at East Bethany Presbyterian Church, 5735 Ellicott Street Road, East Bethany, New York. Burial will immediately follow the funeral service in the East Bethany Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations or memorials can be made to the East Bethany Presbyterian Church, the Bethany Fire Department, or Lake Plains Dialysis Center (Batavia Location).  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

 

John Rembas, 99, of Attica NY passed away on September 5^th, 2015 at the Genesee County Nursing Home, Batavia NY surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 22, 1916 in Buffalo NY, the son of the late Ignatius and Josephine (Bialas) Rembas. He is preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Clara (Klein) Rembas.

John retired from Westinghouse Corporation where he worked for 30 years. A part time farmer, he enjoyed farming the land in East Bethany NY, hunting and fishing. After retiring he and Clara moved to Attica where they continued to lead busy lives spent traveling, playing cards and sharing their love of life with family and friends. One of the greatest joys of both their lives were their many grandchildren and great grandchildren.  John was known to be small in stature but big of heart. He was a loving husband and wonderful father. John enjoyed good health most of his life and continued to hunt and fish well into his later years. He was also known to have a “sweet tooth” and a competitive spirit.

He is survived by his four children, Robert Rembas of East Aurora NY, Shirley Nichols of Attica NY, Mary Ann (Bruce) Kirchoff of Rochester NY, Annette (Rick) Morrison of Alexander NY; eleven grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren; a loving sister Helene Zaremski of Alexander NY. He was the father of late twin sons, James and John Rembas and the brother of the late Joseph and Chester Rembas, Jennie Spring and Jean Reiter.

Calling hours will be held on Tuesday September 8, 2015 from 4-8 p.m. at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday September 9^th at 10:00AM at Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish 50 East Ave. Attica.  He will be laid to rest in St. Vincent’s Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to Saints Joachim and Anne Church, 50 East Avenue, Attica NY 14011 and to Genesee County Park and Forest (ACORNS society), 11095 Bethany Center Road, East Bethany, NY 14054. 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, New York 14011. 

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.

 

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. 

      

Born in Buffalo, Dec. 5, 1918 to Raphael and Delia Tarza Palotti,  he grew up in Holley and later attended Alfred State. He married Dorthea (Lauber) on July 4, 1940 and spent 62 wonderful years together.

     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.