Obituaries

Byron - Jimmy Lyman Stanton, 73 of Warsaw, formerly of Byron, passed away on Tuesday, (August 1, 2023) at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester.

Mr. Stanton was born May 12, 1950 in Batavia, a son of the late Wallace and Rheta (Shultz) Stanton.

Jimmy served his country honorably with the Army and was a member of the Sackett Merrill White Post American Legion in Bergen. He enjoyed spending time with the people in his community in Warsaw. Mr. Stanton retired from Eastman Kodak Company in Rochester and volunteered for 4769 hours at the Batavia VA Medical Center.

Surviving are his brother, Jack (Yvonne) Stanton of Batavia; sisters, June (James) Fodge of Avoca, Cindy (Bill) Skelton of Chiefland, Florida, and Kelly (Dana) Hilderbrant of LeRoy; treasured aunt, Bev (late Dean) Barnard of Byron. Several nieces and nephews also survive, as well as great-nieces and great-nephews.

Along with his parents, Jimmy is reunited in death with his sister, Sandra Stanton.

There will be no visitation. A private graveside service will be held in Western New York National Cemetery in Pembroke. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make a memorial contribution to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105.

Arrangements were entrusted to the care and direction of H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home in Batavia. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Tarpon Springs, FL ~ Debra Schuyler, formerly of LeRoy, NY, died on August 4, 2023 in a Tampa, Florida hospital following a long battle with Cancer. She was 68 years old. 
     A lifelong learner, Deb was born Debra Jane Marble to parents, Larry and Barb Marble, while Larry was serving in the Air Force at Travis Air Force Base, California. 
     Graduating from Caledonia-Mumford Central High School, class of ‘73, she excelled in her academic studies and was part of the cheerleading squad, volleyball team and marching band, to name a few activities. She also graduated from Genesee Community College, Geneseo and Brockport State Universities. 

  It was at a part-time waitressing job at a New York State Thruway rest stop in LeRoy where she met her future husband, David Schuyler, who was working as a cook. Though from competing high schools, (David hailed from LeRoy Central), they forged a bond that lasted over 50 years!
     Deb was an enthusiastic and well-loved teacher at Holy Family School before moving to the Wolcott Street School in LeRoy, where she taught First grade for over 25 years. It was there she enriched young lives and encouraged the love of reading in her students. She also supported LeRoy’s older students by directing several of the school’s much-enjoyed musicals. It was important to her to provide the experience participating in a polished performance on every level. 
     A valued and dedicated member of Mumford First Baptist Church, Debra shared her gift of music by serving in roles of junior choir director, organist and adult choir director through the years. One of her greatest accomplishments (she was known to have said), was to convince her dad, Larry, to join the choir. Then, she was able to have her whole family together!
     Upon retirement, Deb and David settled in the Tarpon Springs, Florida community called Stonehedge. Deb could take in nearby ocean beach views, continue her passion for gardening, compile genealogy research, entertain out-of-town guests and enjoy the new friends who became family in their new home. 
     Debbie is survived by her devoted husband, David. They were blessed to have over 50 years together as a couple. They were proud to have raised two sons; Kyle (Liza) of Colorado and Blair, now based in Dallas, Texas. They welcomed daughter-in-law Liza in 2017. Deb relished supporting her boys, whether cheering them on from the stands as they played baseball, marched the field in bands or performed on a stage. Both became excellent musicians. She and David celebrate the fine men they have grown to be. 
     Deb is also survived by her sister, Sheryl (Ed) Jones of North Carolina and her brother, Scott Marble of Mumford, NY. 
     Family and friends may call on Tuesday, August 15 from 4 ~ 7 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake St. Rd., LeRoy.  A service to celebrate Deb’s life will be held on Wednesday, August 16, at 11:00 AM at the Mumford First Baptist Church, 5 Dakin Street, Mumford, NY. Interment to follow in Mumford Rural Cemetery.
     In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mumford First Baptist Church in Deb’s memory, or you may consider purchasing a children’s book, dedicating it to Debbie and donating your chosen book to an elementary school library in your community. 

     Your memories and condolences may be shared with Debbie’s family at www.falconefuneralhome.com.

Robert D. “Bob” Eschenlauer, 59, of Batavia passed away on December 29, 2022 at United Memorial Medical Center. He was born on January 24, 1963 to Donald Eschenlauer and the late Yvonne (Mulvihill) Eschenlauer.

In addition to his father, Bob is survived by his wife of 41 years; Theresa “Momma” (Ammirati) Eschenlauer and all of his children; Crystal (Eschenlauer) and Mark Gutman, Patricia “Pattie” (Eschenlauer) and Thomas De Salvo, Jessica Eschenlauer, Brian Eschenlauer, Robert “Robbie” Eschenlauer, Sophia Eschenlauer and Nicole Saeli, his grandchildren; Brianna Gutman, Luke Gutman, Cristian De Salvo, Gracie Eschenlauer, Aubrey Eschenlauer, and Layla Saeli, his beloved dog; Spider, grandpuppy; Blew, his siblings; Ronald (Luann) Eschenlauer, the late Donald (Rita) Eschenlauer, Dawn Yarington and Robin (Walt Hale) Eschenlauer, and many nieces and nephews.

Bob loved the Miami Dolphins, video games, music, snowmobiling, gardening, being outside barefoot in nature and hanging out with his friends. Those closest to him, you know who you are.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life on Saturday August 19^th from 1:00 – 6:00PM at Kiwanis Park 3808 West Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. 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.

Sandra Gail Rodon entered into eternal rest on August 5, 2023.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Steve and Patricia Stewart.

Sandie is survived by her husband of 23 years, Scott Rodon, five beautiful children, Amanda, Brittney, Stevie, Tyler and Caitlin, three sisters and one brother, and 12 beautiful grandchildren that she loved more than life.

At Sandie's request there will be no services. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society 101 John James Audubon Parkway, Buffalo, NY 14228. Arrangements are being completed by H.E. Turner & Co Funeral Home, Batavia, NY. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Sterling - Brenda Redinger, 48, of Sterling and formerly of Byrom passed away suddenly on August 3, 2023 at Geneva Memorial Hospital.

Brenda was born on February 6, 1975 in Warsaw. She was a loving mother, daughter, sister, and grandmother.

Surviving are her daughters, DeeAnna Breitenborn, and Madison Warney; granddaughter, Ave Jane Breitenborn; mother, Robin Sword; brother, Kevin Redinger; companion, John Buettner and his son, Isaiah Buettner; former husband, James Warney; and grandmother, DeEtta Burch. Several aunts, uncles, and cousins also survive.

In death, she is reunited with her father, Richard C. Redinger.

Brenda graduated from Byron-Bergen High School, class of 1993. She worked retail most of her life, including Ames Department Stores, Target, and 5 Below. Through her work she met many people who became friends.

Her greatest love in life was family. She loved her family with all her heart; especially her daughters and granddaughter. There wasn't a day that she didn't talk about how proud she was of them.

Family and friends may call on Friday from 4 to 7:00 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 51 South Lake Avenue in Bergen. Brenda will be laid to rest privately in North Byron Cemetery.

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

Pavilion ~ Marietta A. Richmond, age 84, of Lake Road, passed away Sunday morning (August 6, 2023) at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.

  She was born June 20, 1939 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Thomas and Ethel Stevens Shirley.

     Marietta will be remembered for her love of family, especially being a part of her grandchildren’s lives.  She was an avid shopper and a loving care provider to all her feline companions.

     She is survived by her children; Deb Johnson (Ray Coniber), Dwight MacConnell (Vicki Chatel), Rhett (Dorothy) Richmond, Denise (George) Hahn and Michelle Richmond; her sister, Judy Rose, along with many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

     In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Ward Richmond and brother, Jerry Shirley.

     Family and friends are invited to her Graveside Service to be held on Monday, August 14 at 11:00 AM at St. Francis Cemetery in LeRoy.

     Your memories and condolences may be shared with Marietta’s family at www.falconefuneralhome.com.

Richard "Dick" Palone, Sr., age 86, of Medina went home to the Lord on August 4, 2023. Born in Oakfield, NY on October 30, 1936, he was the son of the late Joseph and Gladys (Bordner) Palone, Sr. On November 3, 1956 Dick married the love of his life, Wilda (Waldo) Palone. Dick was employed by various companies - Haxton Foods, Curtis Burns, Sylvania and lastly 30 years at Harrison Radiator Division of General Motors in Lockport. He was a member of Holy Trinity Parish, St. Mary's Church in Medina. He enjoyed gardening and was also a fan of the New York Yankees and the San Francisco 49ers. Dick loved spending time with his family, who will all miss him dearly. Dick and Wilda raised four children, Richard (Donna) Palone, Jr. of Medina, Susan Payne of Medina, Douglas (Shannon) Palone of Vermont and Steven Palone of Medina. Dick is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren and a sister, Patricia Murray of Batavia. In addition to his parents and his wife Wilda, Dick was predeceased by his siblings Joseph Jr., Donald, William, Robert, Jeanette and Geraldine. Although there will be no calling hours, his family would love for all his friends to join them at the graveside committal on Saturday, August 12 at 11:00 a.m. in Millville Cemetery. Dick's family would greatly appreciate memorial donations in lieu of flowers to Hospice of Orleans who made it possible for their father to remain in his home during his last days, at www.hospiceoforleans.org. Arrangements are in the care of Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com

Jennie (Trigilio) Paradowski, 101, of Batavia passed away on August 3, 2023 at the Grand Nursing Home. She was born in Oakfield on November 28, 1921 to the late Angelo and Sebastiana (Bordonaro) Trigilio. In addition to her parents, Jennie is predeceased by her son in law; Rob Diamond; 5 brothers John, Joe, Sam, Frank and Nick Trigilio; 4 sisters Rose Grasso, Ann Liberante, Josephine Papero and Angeline Paradise. 

Jennie loved music and dancing, going to the casino and above all else, spending time with her family. 

She is survived by her loving daughter; Ann Diamond of East Troy, WI; along with many nieces and nephews. 

There will be no prior calling hours. A 12:00PM Graveside Service will be held on Saturday August 5, 2023 at St. Joseph’s Mausoleum in Batavia where Jennie will be laid to rest. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Genesee County Animal Shelter www.vol4animals.org. To leave an online 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.

Walter J. McBurney, 75, of Le Roy passed away on July 30, 2023 at Strong Memorial Hospital. He was born in Batavia on March 5, 1948 to the late John and Olga (Duboy) McBurney. 

Walter was a United States Army Veteran and worked as a Service Coordinator for Finger Lakes DDSO in Rochester for many years. 

Walter is survived by several cousins and friends. 

There will be no prior calling hours and Services will be held privately. He will be laid to rest in St. Francis Cemetery in Le Roy. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Rochester Lifestyle Medicine Institute 1335 Jefferson Rd. #23191 Rochester, NY 14692.  To leave an online 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.

Raymond E. Pagels, 73, of Oakfield passed away on August 2, 2023 at Rochester General Hospital. He was born in East Bethany on October 11, 1949 to the late Raymond and Edna (Armstrong) Pagels. In addition to his parents, Ray is predeceased by a sister; Helena Pritchard; brother-in-law Charles Getch. 

Ray is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years; Charlotte (Hallauer) Pagels; children Raymond (Luann) Pagels, Diane Krawczyk and Kenneth (Jamey) Pagels; siblings Patricia Getch, Norm (Evelyn) Pagels, Bill (Bridgette) Pagels and John Pagels; grandchildren Zachary Krawczyk, Justin Krawczyk, Kasey Pagels and Brook Pagels, along with several nieces and nephews.

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

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital www.stjude.org. To leave an online 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.

Oakfield - Kelly K. Johnson, 31, of Oakfield, passed away on Monday (July 31, 2023) at Unity Hospital after a long battle with heart complications.

She is survived by her parents, Mark (Beckie) Johnson and Diane (Wayne) Scott; paternal grandmother, Elenor Johnson; boyfriend, Matthew Randall; daughter, Aaliyah Anderson; son, Raiden Randall; brother, Jeffrey Johnson; nephews, Jaxson and Lincoln Johnson; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

She was predeceased by her brother, Scott Johnson; and paternal grandfather, Randall Johnson.

Kelly loved animals and enjoyed being in nature. She had an amazing sense of humor and loved candy.

Family and friends may call from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday at the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Avenue in Oakfield, where Kelly's funeral service will immediately follow visitation at 6:00 p.m. Interment in St. Cecelia's Cemetery in Oakfield will be private. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Batavia - Jeanne E. Haber, 97, of Batavia joined God’s heavenly choir May 24 where she resided at Le Roy Village Green nursing home.

Born September 21, 1925 in Batavia, she was the daughter of the late Marion F. and Jennie Winegar Ingalsbe.

Following graduation from Corfu High School she was accepted into the nurses’ training program at Wyoming County Community Hospital which provided her the opportunity to work at Sloan Kettering Hospital in New York City.  While in New York she met her future husband whom she married October 18, 1947 on his twenty-third birthday.

Called home to care for her ailing mother she began her western New York registered nursing career at the former St. Jerome Hospital prior to becoming part of the nursing staff at the former Genesee Memorial Hospital.  After dedicating heart and soul to her patients for more than forty years she retired in 1986 from the Genesee County Health Department as a visiting nurse.  Her love of nursing never diminished in retirement as she was instrumental in founding Hospice in Genesee County, sat on its board as one of the first members, served as a volunteer for ten years and was named Genesee County American Cancer Society’s Nurse Hope.

Outside of nursing her other great passion was singing.  From the age of three years old her voice could be heard in churches, weddings too numerous to recount (including two of her daughters) and funerals.  Plus she thoroughly enjoyed performing in several Rotary show productions.  Her favorite and most-requested song was His Eye is on the Sparrow which earned her the nickname of “bird lady” in the community.  And as a great lover of the United States and the American flag she cherished every opportunity to “belt out” the National Anthem.  She was a member of Genesee Country Church in Oakfield.

She is survived by daughters, Carole Haber of Brookline, Massachusetts, Donna Jean (John) Herbert of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania and Nancy (Matt) Paul of Manchester, Georgia; grandson Sean Widlake of Brookline, Massachusetts; and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband of sixty-seven years, John B. Haber, brothers Carlton Ingalsbe and Earl Ingalsbe and sisters Hazel Murchison, Evelyn Schultz and Aleatha Scroger.

Family and friends are invited at attend Jeanne's Celebration of Life on Monday (August 7, 2023) at 12:00 p.m. at Genesee Country Church, 3268 Drake Street Road, Oakfield.  A private burial, at the convenience of the immediate family, will be in Grand View Cemetery, Batavia.  In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to Crossroads House, 11 Liberty Street, Batavia, 14021.

Arrangements were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home in Batavia. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Marjorie A. Goodwin, 94, of Batavia, passed away on August 2, 2023 at the LeRoy Village Nursing Home.

Marjorie was born February 16, 1929 in Batavia, a daughter of the late James and Margaret (Rogers) Tracy.

Marjorie enjoyed volunteering with Volunteers for Animals in Batavia, where she would bring the shelter's cats and dogs to visit local nursing homes.  She was a life member of the Ladies Auxiliary with the VFW in Corfu.  Marjorie was an inspector with General Motors in Rochester and also worked at BJ's in Batavia for 10 years.

Surviving are her children, James (Diane) Bouton of Batavia, William (Elaine) Bouton of Alexander and Barbara (Don) Neilson of Utah; sister, Judy D'Angelo of Avon; sister-in-law, Fran Tracy of Batavia; eight grandchildren; several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by her husband, Orville Goodwin; son, Harold Bouton, Jr.; brothers, James, John, William and Richard Tracy; sister, Jean Orcini; step-daughter, Kathy Muhall; step-son, Keith Goodwin; sister-in-law, Betty Tracy and brother-in-law, Al Orcini.

There are no prior calling hours.  Marjorie's funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 10 at Evergreen Hill Cemetery, 150 Alleghany Road, Corfu.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Volunteers for Animals, PO Box 1621, Batavia, NY 14021, www.vol4animals.org/donations or to Grace Baptist Church, 238 Vine Street, Batavia, NY 14020.  

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

Arrangements for Marjorie were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Batavia, (585) 343-8868.

Teresa M. Prinzi, age 78 formerly of LeRoy, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 14, 2023 at St.Anthony’s Hospital in Lakewood, CO after a brief illness.

She was born February 15, 1945, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Falkowski of Alexander, NY. She will be forever missed by her loving husband of 59 years, Samuel Prinzi Jr: two children, Michele Prinzi and Samuel (Diana) Prinzi III; three grandchildren, Jesse (Rachel) Prinzi, Jeremy Prinzi and Jordan Prinzi; great grandson Kyber Prinzi; and several brothers- and sisters-in-law, cousins, nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Terrie was predeceased by her son, Robert Joseph Prinzi; brother, Joseph Falkowski Sr.; sister, Bernadette Falkowski; and parents-in-law Samuel and Jeannette Prinzi. Terrie was known for her sense of humor, mastery of cooking, both Polish and Italian food, and her abundance of thoughtful kindness to all who knew her. She will be greatly missed.
A memorial mass was held in her honor on July 18, 2023 in Lakewood, CO.

Lorraine M. Matyjasik, 88 of Basom, passed away peacefully on Tuesday (August 1, 2023) at United Memorial Medical Center.

She was born August 9, 1934 in Brownville, NY, a daughter of the late Francis and Viola (Machajewski) Kwandrans.

Lorraine was employed by the University of Buffalo prior to her retirement. She enjoyed crocheting, baking, watching wrestling and was a fan of the Buffalo Bills. She will be missed by everyone who knew her.

She is survived by her children, David (Charlene) Matyjasik of Lockport, Joyce (late Cal) Buchanan of Basom, Doreen (Ken) Matyjasik of Buffalo and Annette (Jim) Richley of Corfu. Son in-law, Ray O’Grady of Canada. Siblings, Florence Szyndel, Effie Kwandrans and Mildren Krawczyk. Sister in-law, Carol Kwandrans. Also survived by several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband, Arthur Matyjasik; son, Larry Matyjasik; daughter, Gloria O’Grady, 2 grandchildren and several brothers and sisters.

Family and friends are invited to share in her Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday (August 5^th), 10:00am at St. Padre Pio Parish, 56 Maple St., Oakfield, NY. She will be laid to rest with her husband in the Western New York National Cemetery.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with 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.