Obituaries

LeRoy ~ Dennis L. Covey, age 62, of Linwood Road, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, August 18, 2015.

     Dennis will be remembered as a very loving family man, who just adored his children and grandchildren.  He loved all aspects of nature, especially fishing, and bird watching. He also was a diehard NY Yankees and Denver Broncos fan.  He had a passion for the "small town atmosphere" of where he lived and grew up and was very proud of being an alum of the Caledonia-Mumford Red Raiders.

     He is survived by his loving fiancée, Patricia Canfield of LeRoy; his children, Major Carlton James Covey, M.D. with the U.S. Air Force, Bethesda, MD, Julie Ann Covey of Caledonia and Vicki (Tim) McArdle of Caledonia; step-children, Jamie (Chris DiRienzo) Canfield of Ithaca and Kyle (Melanie Issa) Canfield of LeRoy; grandchildren, Liam, Avalyn, Keegan and "Baby"  McArdle and Ronan DiRienzo; siblings, Sylvia (Ronnie) Rothrock of Caledonia, Harold Eugene (Pat) Covey of Caledonia, Sonia (Jim) Appleton of Caledonia and Linda Covey of Frewsburg, NY; along with many nieces, nephews, dear friends and his beloved cat, Sam.

     There will be no prior visitation and services will be private at the family's convenience.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Cornell Lab of Ornithology – 159 Sapsucker Woods Rd. Ithaca, NY 14850.

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

     Mr. Covey and his family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. in LeRoy.  585-768-2400

SUSAN LEISER

   Age 63, of Batavia, died peacefully Saturday morning August 15, 2015 at the Genesee County Nursing Home. She was born October 28, 1951 in Albany, a daughter of the late Edward and Annabelle Bailey.

   Sue was a former prison guard and worked as a driver for the B-Line. She enjoyed music jamboree's, motorcycles, camping and was an avid doll collector.

   She is survived by her companion, Leonard Wawrzyniak of Batavia and her dear friends, Kathy and Craig.

   Please join in celebrating Sue's life at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday August 23, 2015 at the UMTOO Walk in Mission at 317 Ellicott Street Batavia, New York 14020. Memorials in her memory can be made to "Healing Broken Hearts Together" at the mission.

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

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

Susan worked as a Graphic Artist. She was a former member of the Cowlesville Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary as it was near and dear to her heart.

She is survived by her niece Heather Knapp of Newark along with children Shea and Alec Matz.

There will be no prior calling hours. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. She will be laid to rest in Cowlesville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Cowlesville Fire Company 361 Clinton St. Cowlesville, NY 14037. 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.

She is survived by parents: Aimee Allard of Perry, Ricky Patterson of Lockport, 4 sisters: Marissa (Joshua Dovolos) Allard of Perry, Anasia Patterson of Perry, Kiana Patterson of Perry, Nevaeh Merritt of Perry, brother: Ian Rodrigues of Perry, maternal grandparents: Jerald and Beverly Allard of Perry, Maternal great grandparents Elmer and Bette Allard of Freedom 3 aunts: Tina (Jeffrey) Aaron of Perry, Earlene Patterson of Delray, Fl., Gearlean (Fred) Taylor of Lockport, 3 uncles: John Patterson of Fl., Charles Patterson of Boynton Beach, Fl., and Jeremy (Linda Scott) Allard of Perry, along with many great Aunts, Uncles and cousins.

Family and friends may call from 6-8pm on Thursday August 20, 2015 and 2-4pm on Friday August 21st at the Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main St. in Perry where services will immediately follow at 4pm.

Memorials may be made to the family. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530.

Honeoye - August 17, 2015 at age 89 years. Predeceased by her first husband Elmer Distler and her siblings. Survived by her husband of 31 years, Jim Dorr of Honeoye. Also survived by many nieces & nephews, extended family, and many friends.
Dorothy was a retiree of Laminex in Honeoye, was a long time member of the Honeoye Fish & Game, and was a 50 year member of the Honeoye-Hemlock American Legion Auxiliary.
Friends may call on Thursday, August 20th, from 11am-1pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 8624 Main Street, Rte 20A, Honeoye, where services will follow calling at 1pm. Rev. John Karle will be the celebrant. Burial Lakeview Cemetery, Honeoye. Memorial contributions may be made to the Richmond Fire Dept. & Ambulance, PO Box 469, Honeoye, NY 14471. To send a condolence and for further information please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Batavia - Nancy Marshall Barton of Batavia, 88, retired dental hygienist for Dr. Russell Marchese, D.D.S., Batavia, passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2015 at United Memorial Medical Center.

Mrs. Barton was born in Kenmore, New York, the daughter of the late Robert and Violet Garlock Marshall.

Nan loved gardening and birdwatching. She found joy in her friendships and caring for others; she loved life. 

Nan will be remembered and loved by her family as being the most thoughtful, thankful person they knew. Her positive attitude and the courage she demonstrated through any situation in life made her an exemplary role model for her family. She deeply loved her children, grandchildren, and great grand-children.

Nan's family would like to thank the wonderful, caring staff at The Manor House for the loving care they gave to their mother and grandmother. She made a lovely home for herself there, and cherished her friends.

Her beloved husband, Charles W. Barton, passed away on May 8, 2008.

She is survived by her children, David (Marianne) Barton of Las Vegas, Nevada; Pamela Barton of Coronado, California; Susan Dunlap (Jeffrey) of Greensburg, Pennsylvania; William (Mary Kay) Barton of Silver Lake, New York; eight grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

She is the mother of the late Robert Barton.

Friends may call on Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia. A service to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. at East Shelby Community Bible Church, 5278 East Shelby Road, Medina.  She will be laid to rest in a private ceremony at Grand View Cemetery, Batavia. Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Gene was a graduate of Attica High School. He served in the US Army Engineers from 1963 to 1965 where he was trained as a heavy equipment operator. He was retired from the Wyoming Correctional Facility where he had been employed as a Vocational Supervisor. Gene was a lifelong resident of Attica. He grew up on his parents’ farm on Dunbar Road and as a teen he worked for several local farmers. This is where he developed his love of horses that led him into rodeo. He competed in several events, including bronc riding, steer wrestling and bull riding. He was one of the founding members of the Attica Rodeo and Show Association. Gene raised horses and hay on his farm in Attica. Through the years he taught many of the teens who worked for him to operate a variety of farm machinery and heavy equipment. He encouraged all who would listen to get a good education. A few years ago Gene’s lifetime skills, knowledge of construction and friendships with other skilled tradesmen allowed him to be his own contractor when he built a new house for himself and his wife. Gene was a hard working, decent, quiet man. He was known for his sense of humor and was still telling jokes the day before he passed away. He was a private person who didn’t often discuss his faith but he accepted Christ as his savior. If pressed on the subject he would say, “Me and God are tight.” Those closest to him are certain he’s in Heaven now.

He is survived by his loving wife Nancy Reding of Attica; stepdaughter Lisa Lambiase of Chicago; sister Ann Meek (William) Nye of East Aurora and 2 nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Saturday August 22, 2015 from 11:00-1:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A 1:00 PM Funeral Service will immediately follow. He will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Attica Fire Department 11 Water Street Attica, New York 14011 or the Wilmot Cancer Center 601 Elmwood Avenue Rochester, NY 14642. 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.

Marge is also survived by her sister Jane (Frank) Sidari of Albion and sister-in-law Barbara (Robert) Schultz of Elba. Pre-deceased siblings include Robert, Doris (Don) Wyckoff, and Betty (Fred) Herman; brother-in-law John Bliestein of Sandusky.

Many nieces and nephews from both sides of the family will recall lessons learned by example from this strong woman.

Her interests included activities at the Batavia Senior Center, and Marge was very fond of neighbors and friends. In Batavia, she adored her friends at the Senior Quilters group, Knit and Crochet group, Senior Volunteers, and enjoyable bus trips with others. She was an outstanding euchre player, and played other card games with friends. She was active in the Pavilion Young at Heart Group and the Transit Ladies Club.

Through the years, she worked on the muck, Batavia Shoe Factory, Curtiss Wright Aircraft, Union Steel Chest and Chapin Manufacturing. Per her wishes, there will be no calling hours. A 1:00 PM Celebration of Life is planned for Saturday August 22, 2015 at the Pavilion Fire Hall Pavilion Fire Hall 11302 South Lake Road, Pavilion, NY 14525

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Pavilion Fire Hall 11302 South Lake Road, Pavilion, New York 14525. 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.

After graduating Batavia High School, he served in the U.S. Army during World War II where he was as a mechanic for the Air Force on B-17s, B-24s and Mustangs. In the closing months of the War, he was appointed an Allied base boiler mechanic in Nuremburg overseeing German prisoners assigned to him. Those prisoners saved his life when his clothing caught fire.

He returned to the U.S. and on June 8, 1946 married Jean Ricciof Batavia, who passed away November 9, 2007. Larry worked for Massey-Harris, then as a Snap-On Tool sales rep calling on many area garages, towns and schools. He was a regional sales rep for FMC Corporation when he retired. He was a member of St. Anthony’s RC Church that his father and uncles helped build. He belonged to its Holy Name Society and served as the church’s Boy Scout leader raising five young men to Eagle Scouts. He was a past president of Batavia Lions Club.  In later life, he compiled a family genealogy distributing more than 100 copies to relatives and donating a copy to Richmond Memorial Library. He was a lifelong learner taking computer technology classes at Genesee Community College and becoming an online stock market trader.  He was a summer resident of Silver Grove, Silver Lake, NY.  He and Jean traveled in retirement to Italy and Africa and much enjoyed family weekends at the lake playing cards and horseshoes.

Along with his wife and parents, he is predeceased by his siblings: Angeline, James, Samuel, Paul, Joseph, and Carmella (Minnie) Barone; and his grandson, Jeffrey Andrews.

He is survived by his children: Kathleen (Ronald) Andrews of Clarence Center, NY; twins Larry (Randi) LaRussa of Henrietta, NY and Lorraine (Ray)Sturm of Perry, NY; grandchildren: Jon (Tricia) Andrews of Williamsville, NY; Jennifer (Chris) McCarron of Golden, CO; David (Riham) LaRussa of Saratoga, NY; Dr. Larry (Erica) LaRussa of Philadelphia, PA; twins Lori (Marco) Tocco of Rochester, NY and Kristina LaRussa of Detroit, MI; Alison (Damon) Burgess of Smithtown, NY; Dr. Susan Sturm of Dunkirk, NY; and Ray Sturm of Rochester, NY;  great-grandchildren: Derek and Sean Andrews of Williamsville, NY; Olivia LaRussa of Saratoga, NY; Annalisa LaRussa of Philadelphia, PA; Sofia Tocco of Rochester and  twins Grayden and Logan Burgess of Smithtown, NY; cousin Pauline Fricano of Batavia, NY; sister-in-law Marion Ricci of Batavia, NY; beloved nieces Ann MacGregor of Batavia, NY and Grace (Ron) Cole of Attica, and Janet (Dominic) Lovria of Batavia, NY; as well as many other nieces and nephews.

Calling hours are 4-8 PM, Thursday, Aug. 20 at Gilmartin Funeral Home& Cremation Company, Inc., 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, NY. There is a Mass of Christian burial at 10 AM, Fri., Aug. 21 at the former Sacred Heart Church, 15 Sumner Street, Batavia. Interment will be at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Ellicott Street, Batavia.

Memorials may be made to Richmond Memorial Library, 19 Ross Street, Batavia, New York14020. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home& Cremation Company, Inc., 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or for more information call (585) 343-8260.

   Age 74, of Corfu, died peacefully Saturday August 15, 2015 at Hospice Buffalo in Cheektowaga. Judy was born in Tonawanda, NY on April 24, 1941, to the late James and Ruth (Hunter) Welch, also preceded in death by a brother Vincent Welch.

   Mrs. Schumacher worked for many years at the Erie County Home & Infirmary, she was a member of the Corfu Garden Club and Faith Community Chapel where she sang in the choir.

   Surviving is her beloved husband of 49 years, Ray Schumacher of Corfu; loving daughter, Michelle (James) Cansdale of Corfu and their children, Austin, Ryan & Connor; sons, Dennis (Diane) Zuch of Batavia and their children, Brianna, Nicholas (Rochelle); Greg (Peggy) Zuch of W. Batavia and their children, Joseph, Dottie (Danny) & Michael; Ron (Brenda) Zuch of Attica and their children, Adam & Sherri; Michael (Jennifer) Schumacher of Holiday, FL and their daughter, Elyse; brother, Bob (Diane) Welch of Grand Island; sister-in-law, Mildred Welch of Tonawanda along with many great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

The family will be present from 4-8 p.m. on Tuesday August 18, 2015 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020 where funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday August 19, 2015. She will be laid to rest in Elmwood Cemetery in Tonawanda and memorials in her memory can be made to Genesee Cancer Assistance, Inc. 16 Bank Street Batavia, New York 14020.  

   Please leave your words of comfort to Judy's family at www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information call Michael at (585)343-7500.

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

Mrs. Gubb was born April 15, 1930 in Elba, a daughter of the late Sherman and Geraldine (Hankinson) Horton.

She was a 1948 graduate of Elba High School, member of the 1^st Presbyterian Church of Elba, enjoyed traveling, reading, gardening, participating in Bible study at Northgate Free Methodist and being with her family.

Her husband, Lt. Col., Lester A. Gubb, died on January 23, 2002.

Survivors include three children, Patricia Koch of Sacramento, CA, Gregory A. (Shirley) Gubb and Kimberly (Daniel) Post, both of Elba, a brother: Sherman Horton; two sisters-in-law, Nancy Horton of Elba and Shirley Youll of Batavia; 10 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. 

She was the sister of the late Lorne Horton and Beverly Schirmer. 

Friends may call on Monday from 2-4 & 6-8 at H.E. Turner & Co., Funeral Home, 403 E. Main St., Batavia.  Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, at First Presbyterian Church of Elba.  Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Elba, 23 N. Main St., Elba, NY 14058 or to Compassion International, 12290 Voyager Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80921.  Burial will be in Maple Lawn Cemetery in Elba.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Rochester- Friday, August 14th at age 89. Formerly of Bergen, she is predeceased by her husband Rollin Harradine in 1994. She is survived by her son James (Fiancee Jean Rossi) Harradine of Rochester; grandchildren Tara (Ethan) Harradine-Urie of Staunton, Va., Jessica Harradine & Christina  Harradine, both of North Chili; great-grandchildren Liam & Elise Urie & Evalina Harradine; sister-in-law Ann Perkins; niece Barbara (Joseph) Calourie of Caledonia; nephew Michael Steadman of East Rochester and longtime special friend George Gleichauf of Rochester. She is also survived by many wonderful, loving friends.

Dorothy’s family would like to extend their sincere gratitude and appreciation to the staff at St. John’s Nursing Home and Lifetime Care for the compassion and care shown to her.

Calling hours will be 3 to 7 p.m. Monday  at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 51 South Lake Street, Bergen. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at St. Brigid's Church 18 Gibson Street Bergen.  Memorials contributions to  American Heart Association, 20 North Pointe, Suite #130, Amherst, NY 14228, St. John's Foundation, 150 Highland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620 or Lifetime Care, 3111 South Winton Road, Rochester, NY 14623. 

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

She was born June 24, 1950 in Batavia, NY, a daughter of the late Frank Calarco and Mafalda Tessitore Calarco of Batavia.

Vicki was employed by the Genesee County Planning Dept. prior to her retirement. She was also a member of Resurrection Parish.  A very caring individual, she had a devotion to her husband, children, granddaughter and family.  She was a loving person who enjoyed holiday traditions, working in her flower garden and being outdoors. 

Surviving beside her mother, is her husband, Ronald Moscicki of Batavia. Son, Ronald Moscicki Jr. of Cape Coral, FL. Daughter and son in-law, Michelle (Justin) Mager of Batavia. Granddaughter, Addison Victoria Mager. Brothers, Nicholas (Marcia) Calarco of Oakfield and Anthony (Judy) Calarco of Batavia. Sister, Mary (James) Smith of Batavia. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

She was the sister of the late Frank Calarco Jr.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Monday from 2-4pm and 7-9pm at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, 9:30am at Resurrection Parish, 303 East Main St., Batavia. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Vicki’s name may be made to a charity of the donors preference. Expressions of condolence 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 & PROPRIETOR.

Batavia - Troy M. Hickman, 49, of Batavia, died Friday, August 7, 2015 in Batavia.

Mr. Hickman was born July 29, 1966 in Batavia, a son of Rosetta (Austin) Hickman of Batavia and Toy Hickman of Buffalo. 

He was a former Boy Scout and played Little League in Batavia as a young man. 

He was known for being loving, caring, determined, compassionate and a comic “goofball”.  He was a man of many words, a writer and was loved by many.

Surviving along with his parents are 4 daughters, Chantal Hickman, Shamiqua Hickman and Jacinda Hickman, (Brandie Brown) all of Batavia, and Ciera Baker (BobbieJo Baker) of Oakfield; 2 brothers, 3 sisters and several nieces and nephews. 

He was predeceased by his sister.  

Friends may attend services at 5 p.m. Tuesday, at Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 E. Main St., Batavia.  Memorials to BobbieJo Baker, 3145 Lockport Road, Oakfield, NY 14125.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Alonzo was in a band and loved to sing. He loved to work on houses especially doing carpentry and electrical work.

He is survived by his children Marquis Holmes of Batavia; daughter Jaz’mine Holmes of Batavia; brother Richard Holmes of Florida; sister Cleo Taylor of Batavia along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday August 25, 2015 from 11 to 12 Noon at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A Funeral Service will immediately follow at Noon.

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