Obituaries

Patricia Ann Lown died on 31 August 2016 in Batavia NY.  She is survived by her many friends in Batavia and Genesee County, and by her daughter Carolyn.  Patricia was predeceased by her husband Harry K. Lown and by her son Michael.  Patty was born on 28 October 1925 in Marietta, Ohio to Nell Griffin Pape and Clinton Pape.  The Griffins were one of the original land grant settlers of the Northwest Territory and the Papes immigrated from Germany in the 1830s to farm in Ohio.  Patty met her future husband Harry when they were both students at Marietta College, from which she earned a degree in Spanish.  In 1948, Patty and Harry married and settled in Batavia where Harry joined his family’s insurance agency.  Patty’s joys in life were restoring antiques, tending to her roses, entertaining, her bridge clubs, Conversation Class, the alter guild at St. James Episcopal Church, the Batavia Club and Stafford County Club, and her travels with Harry.  Patty was a woman of grace who also possessed a wry sense of humor.  She will be missed by those who knew her. 

There are no prior visiting hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. She will be entombed in St. James Columbarium with her beloved husband Harry. Memorials in Patty’s name may be made to St. James Episcopal Church, 405 East Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Patty’s name, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.

Mr. Kendall was an Assistant Manager at Twilight Meadows Restaurant and was also a cook at Chestnut Hill Golf Club in Darien. Tom was a kind and thoughtful man, if you asked he would give you the shirt off his back, even if it was the last thing he had.

He is survived by his brother Douglas (Bonnie) Kendall of Darien Center; sisters Diane (James) Torre of Darien Center; Kristine (Gary) Moser of Meridan, CT, along with several nieces and nephews. While living in Corfu, his long time friend, Kelly Ottaviani assisted Tom with purchasing his groceries and taking him to the movies.

Friends and family are invited to call Tuesday, September 6, 2016 from 6:00-8:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. Funeral service will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to a charity of donor’s 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, New York 14011.  

Mr. Currier was a United States Army Veteran during WWII, an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing, hunting, and camping and was a lifetime member of the VFW in Batavia. He worked at Dohler Jarvis as a Millwright Foreman for 18 years, but above all else was a fantastic husband, father and grandfather.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Roberta “Bobbie” Currier; sons James (Linda) Currier of GA; John (Deborah) Currier of South Byron; Jerry (Barb) Currier of Batavia; Eric (Lori) Currier of Batavia; a daughter-in-law Barb Currier of Batavia; sisters Charlotte (Joseph) Yaw of CA; Audry (Garrett) Myers of Montana, 9 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.  

Friends and family are invited to call Thursday September 1, 2016 from 4:00–8:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Crossroads House 11 Liberty St. Batavia, NY 14020. 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.

She was born June 8, 1962 in Corning, NY, a daughter of Horace Rommelman of New Hampshire and Norma (William) Johnson of East Pembroke, NY.

She was a landscaper for Spring Tyme Landscaping in Alexander. She was an amazing mother and she loved her kids more than anything and she would take the shirt off her back for everyone. While her children were growing up they had many friends and she just took them all under her wing and made everyone feel individually special and became a mother to more than just her own kids. She was a women who knew how to work hard, she was a beautiful women but she knew how to work hard like a boy. Any time you'd see her she would offer to make you food even if you just walked through the door. Always with a big hug. Her son remembers her in the good times where she packed lunch for him everyday and always left a note in a lunch box, always saying how much she loved 
Him. She never "skipped on anything" and was always a women with open hands and a warm smile. Her son Kevin always remembered giving her 3 kisses on the cheek and a hug and the nights she would lay awake with them and talk. She was someone who anyone could connect with on any level and was such an understanding person for any walks of life. All in all she was a beautiful soul inside and out and it’s a shame god called her from us to soon. Her sisters, mother, father and children will miss her dearly. They will only remember the good times and her grandson will know who she was as the good person she was. 

Besides her parents, she is survived by her children, Kevin and Lauren Heale, both of Batavia. Sisters, Debra (Glenn) Spotts of Auburn, PA, Tammy Gangolft of Amherst, NY and Cindy (Don) McGurie of Colorado Springs, CO. Also surviving is a grandson, Ryder Heale and several nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior visitation and services will be at the convenience of the family. Expressions of condolence may be shared with the family at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

Memorial contributions and flowers will be accepted by the family, C/O Kevin Heale, 431 Ellicott St., Batavia, NY 14020.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, NY 14020. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR.

Jeff was a United States Army Veteran and served during Desert Storm. He loved music and enjoyed playing video games. Jeff was always trying to help people and did every chance he had.

He is survived by a son Daniel A. DeGraff of California; brother Philip (Laura) DeGraff of Warsaw; sister Sabra (Albert) Smith of Mt. Morris; nieces Savanna Smith and Mary Bernard.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday September 18, 2016 from 1:00-5:00PM at the Perry VFW Post 5009 20 Washington Blvd. Perry, NY 14530

In lieu of flowers memorials may 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.

LeRoy ~ Robert J. Lathan Sr., age 82, of Munson Street, passed away Sunday morning (August 28, 2016) at Unity Hospital in the loving presence of his family.

     He was born April 27, 1934 in Batavia, a son of the late Charles and Mary Walters Lathan.

     He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 55 years, S. Patricia "Patty" Lathan and his brothers, Charles and William (Helen) Lathan.

     Bob served with the U.S. Army and was very active in local and county government.  He served as a trustee and mayor for the Village of LeRoy, and then went on to serve as a Genesee County Legislator.  Bob retired from Frontier Telephone of Rochester after 45 years of service, where he was a member of the Local 1170 CWA.  He was also a member of the American Legion and Our Lady of Mercy Parish.

     He is survived by his children, Robert Jr. (Kelly) Lathan of LeRoy, Lori (Jeff) Steinbrenner of LeRoy and Polly (Brent) Tillotson of Pavilion; grandchildren, Stevi Lynn, Austin, Emily, Ethan and Cole; his companion, JoAnn Snyder; sister-in-law, Celia Citanovich; brothers-in-law, John Eppolito and Anthony Privitera, along with many nieces and nephews.

     Bob enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.  He was an avid gardener, creative cook and world traveler.  His love for his family, friends and community made him well liked by many.  He will be dearly missed.

     The family will be present to receive friends on Wednesday, Aug. 31 from 3 ~ 7 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19).  His Rite of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, Sept. 1 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter's Church, 44 Lake Street, LeRoy.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Wilmot Cancer Center, 601 Elmwood Avenue, P.O. Box 704, Rochester, N.Y. 14642.

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

     Mr. Lathan and his family are being cared for by the FALCONE FAMILY FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICE INC.  in LeRoy.  585-768-2400

Age 71, of Batavia, died peacefully Saturday morning August 27, 2016 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, his wife at his side. He was born March 25, 1945 in Batavia, NY a son of the late Patrick and Anna (Spadacino) Avino, also preceded in death by a sister, Joanne Gardner. 

Mr. Avino was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, he worked for many years as a welder for Conrail and finally retired from the Batavia VA Medical Center. He enjoyed his Harley Davidson and the trips and rides with his wife and friends, in his later years he spent his time gardening and tending to his prized tomatoes. Patsy was a true family man and will be remembered as a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and buddy to his four legged cat, Louie. 

Surviving is his beloved wife of 26 years, Carol (Passmore) Avino of Batavia; son, Timothy (Missy McClurg) Brown of Batavia; his pride and joy, granddaughter, Johnni Brown; sister, Patty (Roger) Laird, father-in-law, Keith Passmore, "Special Cuz", Jerry Condello, Jr. all of Batavia along with several nieces, nephews & cousins. 

The Avino family will be present from 4-7PM on Wednesday August 31 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020 where a Celebration of Patsy's Life will  begin at 7:00PM. He will be laid to rest upon the opening of the new veterans cemetery in Pembroke and memorials in his memory can be made to The Palliative Care Program @ Strong Memorial Hospital 601 Elmwood Ave. Po Box 687 Rochester, New York 14642.

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

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

Batavia - Tracey Y. Dwyer, 42, of Batavia, passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2016 at Strong Memorial Hospital.

Tracey was born August 29, 1973 in Warsaw, a daughter of Douglas Jellison of Attica and Karen Monteleone Jellison of Attica.

She was a member of St. Joseph's Church in Batavia and taught for many years at Rainbow Preschool in Batavia.

Surviving along with her parents is her husband, Brian T.  Dwyer; her children, Jordan and Connor Dwyer, both at home; two sisters, Valerie Jellison of Alexander and Rachel Arricale of Darien; her grandmothers, Ardith Bookmiller  and Nancy Jellison, both of Attica; her father and mother in law, Thomas (Jan) Dwyer of Batavia;a brother-in-law, Dennis Dwyer; six sisters-in-law, Colleen (Patrick) Donegan, Lisa (Todd) Lenhart, Susan (Chris) Schukin, Margaret (Scott) Niedzwiecki, Kathleen Dwyer and Carolyn (Stephen) Babcock;  and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

She is predeceased by her infant daughter, Molly Shannon Dwyer.

Friends may call on Tuesday from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, 303 East Main Street, Batavia.  She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in Tracey’s name to the Michael Napoleone Memorial Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 267, Batavia, New York 14021-0267.  To leave a condolence, share a story or light in Tracey’s memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Corfu ~ Aaron L. Wellman, age 40, of Main Road, passed away unexpectedly on Friday morning (August 26, 2016) at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.

     He was born February 7, 1976 in Rochester, NY, a son of the late Howard Wellman and Linda Mowers of Syracuse.

     Aaron will be remembered as a very caring family man, who was always willing to lend a hand to a friend.

     In addition to his mother, he is survived by his son, Dylan Wellman of Batavia; his significant other, Stacey McCoy of Corfu; his stepmother, Sally Wellman of Pavilion; his siblings, Jayson Wellman of Rochester, Amy (Tristan) Jones of N.J. and Heather (Curtis) Bennion of N.C.; his paternal grandmother, Betty Wellman of Warsaw, along with several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

     Family and friends are invited to attend his Celebration of Life Service on Tuesday, Aug. 30 at 11:00 A.M. at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy. Interment in Pleasant Valley Cemetery will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Pavilion Food Pantry, PO Box 456, Pavilion, NY 14525.

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

Mr. Beach was born May 14, 1942 in Wellsville, a son of the late Laverne J. and Ethel M. (Atkinson) Beach.

Mr. Beach was a long time member of City Church in Batavia, and took great pride in the church's Bus Ministry.  He was a farmer and mechanic along with being an avid Buffalo Bills Fan.  He enjoyed tractor pulls, car racing, and motorcycles; but most of all, he cherished time spent with his family.  His wife, children, and grandchildren were truly his world and no matter what - they came first. 

He is the husband of Dorothy (King) Beach of Batavia.  The two were married in Byron on June 29, 1963.

Surviving along with his wife are his children, Ella (Sterling) Stroman, Robin (Henry) Cook, James L. (Rebecca) Beach II all of Batavia, Christopher (fiance Michele Diehl) Beach of Depew, and Matthew (Corrie) Beach of Batavia; brothers, Albert Beach, Bruce Beach both of Avon and Roger (Phyllis) Beach of Mt. Morris; sisters, Edna (Ted) VanSon of Avon, Gladys (Stephen) Luce of Scottsville, and Cynthia (late Gary) Knapp of Caledonia.  21 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews also survive.

Friends may call on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at City Church, 210 East Main Street, Batavia, where James’ Funeral Service will be at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, (August 31, 2016). In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to City Church - Bus Ministry, 210 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020.  Burial will be in Stafford Rural Cemetery, Stafford.  

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

Arrangements were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia, (585) 343-8868. 

Her life revolved around Jesus Christ, Bob, and her loving family. Jeannette & Bob raised their 4 children in Linden over the past 65 years surrounded and supported by many lifelong friends and neighbors. Jeannette was a faithful member of West Middlebury Baptist Church for over 65 years and served on many board positions, most recently the Memorial Committee.  While primarily working with Bob, who was a local builder, she especially enjoyed her last job and acquaintances at the Tonawanda Valley Federal Credit Union for many years, until she retired in 2003.

Jeannette is remembered and will be dearly missed by her sons Gary (Joanna) Kriner of Clarence; Robert (Linda) Kriner of Elma; Tom Kriner of North Carolina; her 4 grandchildren Joshua (Tiffany), Lisa (Nathan), Zachary (Melissa), Emily (Eric); and her 7 great-grandchildren.

Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday August 30, 2016 from 2:00-4:00PM and 6:00-8:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A 10:00AM Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday August 31^st at the West Middlebury Baptist Church 4950 West Middlebury Rd. East Bethany, NY 14054, where a light lunch will follow.  She will be laid to rest in West Middlebury Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the West Middlebury Baptist Church at the address listed above. 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.

Age 72, of Batavia, went peacefully to her Lord on Friday August 26, 2016 at United Memorial Medical Center. She was born December 4, 1943 in Dunkirk, NY a daughter of the late Samuel and Philomena "Fannie" (Zappi) Barone also preceded in death by her brother and sister-in-law, Anthony "NeNe"(Lorraine) Barone. 

Mrs. Ubaney worked for many years as a recording secretary at Batavia Downs. She enjoyed many years of camping at Lei Ti Campground and was devoted to her family and friends. 

Surviving is her beloved husband of 48 years, Frank J. Ubaney, Sr. of Batavia; loving sons, Frank J. (Brenda) Ubaney II of Churchville and Nicholas Ubaney of Las Vegas, NV; siblings, Theresa (Paul) Leone of Dunkirk, Kathy (Mark) Dimmer of Dunkirk, Patrick (Susan) Barone of Long Island along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Mrs. Ubaney's family will be present from 4-8PM on Tuesday August 30 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020, please join her family 10:00AM Wednesday August 31at Ascension Parish (corner of Swan & Sumner Sts.) to celebrate her Mass of Christian Burial. Memorials in her memory are suggested to a charity of the donor's choice and burial will be held privately by the family. 

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

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

Stephen was a United States Air Force Veteran. He retired from Kodak where he worked in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning after 25 years then went to work for Terry Hills Golf Course where he worked for another 20 years. He loved golfing, gardening, and hunting and was very active in the Bergen Evangelical Presbyterian Church.

He is survived by his loving wife Joan (Cave) Dermody of Bergen; sons Gregory Dermody of Le Roy and Timothy (Reba) Dermody of Sierra Vista, AZ; daughter Wendy (Chad) Caccamise of Batavia; sisters Judith (Robert) Zangas of MO, Naomi Dermody Hanlon of Glens Falls and Christine (Ray) Sexton of Greece, NY; sister-in-law Jeanne Dermody of Elba; 8 grandchildren, Katelyn Dermody and Shannon Dermody, Justin (April) Johansen, Sara (Michael) Borlaug Jennifer (Sean) Barrett, Jared Dermody, Stephen (Katherine) Christner, Emily Caccamise; 6 great grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and Friends are invited to call on Tuesday August 30, 2016 from 2:00-4:00PM and 7:00-9:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.  An 11:00AM Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday the 31^st at the Bergen Evangelical Presbyterian Church 38 S Lake Ave, Bergen, NY 14416 with full Military Honors.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bergen Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 38 S Lake Ave, Bergen, NY 14416 or the donor’s choice. 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.