Obituaries

Sophia (Rakowski) Snyder, 94, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at Wyoming County Nursing Facility in Warsaw. She was born on June 9, 1921 to the late John (Jadwiga Jeruzewicz) Rakowski.She is preceded in death by her husband Orville Snyder, son Robert Snyder, daughter Nancy Barvian; siblings: Dorothy (Roland) Kennedy, Helen (Stanley) Dudek, Joseph (Linda) Rakowski, Jean Rakowski, Laura (Thomas) Kane, Mary (Richard) Adamski, John (Anne) Rakowski, William (Helen) Rakowski; stepfather Walter Truczkowski; grandchildren Michael Boll and James Donnelly; mother and father in law Orville (Julia) Snyder;sister in-law Ethel (Tom) Baurer, brother-in-law Harold(Norma) Snyder, sister in-lawMarney (Sam) Leone.

She married Orville Snyder on July 7, 1945; they were married for 44 years before his passing in 1989. Sophia was also known as Sal or Sally to many and to her grandchildren, “Cookie Grandma”. She loved to Crochet, Cook and Bake. Sophia worked as a cook at Byrncliff Resort in the 70’s; she also worked at the Theater Restaurant in Attica and The Spring Brook Hotel. She became famous for her pie baking at the Mini Mart Motel in Orangeville in the early 90’s. The pies were so delicious that a reporter from the Buffalo News wrote an article about her and her pies. Sophia is survived by sons Chester (Carol) Snyder of Lancaster, William (Chele) Snyder of Steamburg; daughters Marilyn (Kenneth) Amico of Attica, Jane (Peter) Donnelly of Attica, Carol (Gary) Martinelli of Amherst;  daughter-in-law Nancy Snyder; and a sister in-law Judith Snyder of Warsaw; 16 grandchildren, 39 great grandchildren and 2 great- great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

There will be no calling hours. Interment will be in Forest Hills Cemetery in Attica on Saturday, August 29, 2015 at 10:30 AM.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Wyoming County Skilled Nursing Facility Comfort Care Unit 400 North Main Street Warsaw, New York 14569; Strykersville Rescue 594 Minkel Road Strykersville, New York 14145; Harris Corners Rescue 585 Route 20A, Strykersville New York 14145 or Sheldon Rescue Department 996 Centerline Road Strykersville, New York 14145. 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.

   Beloved wife, loving mother, caring grandmother, lost her battle with cancer on Sunday afternoon July 19, 2015 at United Memorial Medical Center, she was 67 and resided in Batavia. She was born July 26, 1947 in Batavia, NY a daughter of the late Edward J. and Rosalind (Zeis) Hayes also preceded in death by two brothers, Gary & Robert Hayes.

   Mrs. Cifelli was a member of Resurrection Parish, enjoyed pottery, collecting antiques, gardening, cooking and baking. She loved animals, especially her four legged companions, Molly & Maggie. Nancy was a true inspiration for all that knew her, she took her illness in stride, battling every setback always with a smile on her face and a kind word to share.

   She is survived by her husband of 34 years, James J. Cifelli of Batavia; daughter, Lori (Kevin) Horkey of MN and their children, Brooke C. & Logan James; step-son, Stephen (Chris) Cifelli of WA and their son, Dylan; step-daughter, Debra (Roger) Toal of SC and their children, Josh, Mitchell & Nathan; brother, Thomas (Brigid) Hayes of Batavia; sister, Patricia (William) Cultrara of Batavia; sister-in-law, Mary Ann (Richard) Oshea of LeRoy; brother-in-law, Thomas (Karren) Cifelli of Warsaw along with several nieces and nephews.

   The family will be present from 4:00 ~ 8:00 PM on Wednesday June 22 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020 where prayers will be recited 9:30 AM Thursday July 23 followed by a 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial Resurrection Parish (St. Mary's Site). She will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery and memorials in her memory are requested to Crossroads House 11 Liberty Street Batavia, New York or Genesee Cancer Assistance, Inc. 16 Bank Street Batavia, New York 14020.

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

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

David worked taking care of the Ball Park for the Buffalo Bisons and truly loved his job. He was an avid Buffalo Bills fan and a big history buff.

He is survived by his sister Cindy (Len) Lounsbury of Perry, nephew Chad Cousins of Perry and niece Erin Lounsbury of Mr. Morris.

An 11:00 AM Graveside Service will be held on Saturday July 25, 2015 at Pavilion Cemetery where he will be laid to rest.

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.

Kenneth was a lifetime endowed member of the NRA. He enjoyed the outdoors and in his earlier years he liked to hunt.

He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years Barbara Shephard of Batavia; children Marie (Daniel) Wierzbicki of Cheektowaga, Mark (Kim) Shephard of Batavia; 4 grandchildren Andrew, Ashley, Matthew and Michael; sister  Sally (Curtis) Murray of LeRoy, sister-in-law Gladys Mooney of Attica; brother-in-law Charles (Brigitte) Duschen of Brockport along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday July 22, 2015 from 4PM – 7PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A 9:00 AM Funeral Service will be held on Thursday July 23, 2015 at the funeral home. He will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the NRA www.nra.org. 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.

   Nicholas succumbed from the injury that tragically took his life on Thursday July 16, 2015, at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, PA, surrounded by his loving family, he was only 20 years old, and attending UTI in Exton, PA where he was due to graduate in January. Born November 26, 1994, in Batavia, NY, he was the son of Patrick M. (Jeanette) Mruczek of Alexander and Dawn Hinze (Kurt) Warner of Attica. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Claudia Mancuso in January 2015.

   Nick was a 2012 graduate of Alexander Central School where he was a star athlete who participated in football, wrestling and track. He enjoyed fishing, cars and was an avid San Diego Charges fan. Nick in his 20 short years loved life and lived it to the fullest, always with a smile & grin that lit up any room he entered. He left this life leaving a final gift to those who need it most by being an organ donor.

   Surviving along with his parents are his brother, Justin (Tarah) Mruczek of Batavia; sister, Marissa Mruczek of Alexander; paternal grandfather, Fran (Fran) Mruczek of Batavia; maternal grandparents, Jim (Cathy) Hinze of Alexander; step-grandparents, Dan (Pat) Keene of Attica and Bill (Edie) Hirsch of Alexander along with many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

   The family will be present from 3-9 PM on Tuesday July 21 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020 where prayers will be recited 9:30 AM Wednesday July 22 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 AM Ascension Parish, corner of Swan & Sumner Sts. Memorials are suggested to the Hackerman Patz House LVHN 1260 S. Cedar Crest Blvd. Allentown, PA 18103.

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

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

LeRoy ~ Darrell A. Roblee, age 64, of Linwood Road, passed away suddenly on Thursday afternoon (July 16, 2015) at United Memorial Medical Center.

     He was born February 4, 1951 in Springville, N.Y., a son of the late Nelson and Ada Harrison Roblee.

     Darrell will be remembered as an extreme family man, who was devoted entirely to his family.  He adored his granddaughter, Madison.  He was a proud U.S. Vietnam veteran.  Besides his family, Darrell had a love for his Harley Davidson, rock and roll music and having coffee with his buddies at the Pok-A-Dot in Batavia.

     He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Suzanne Juliano Roblee; sons, Scott (Jennifer) Roblee of LeRoy and Jon Roblee of Elmira; granddaughter, Madison, expected granddaughter, Presley Mae; siblings, Annette Nelan of Penn Yan, Charles (Sharron) Roblee of LeRoy, Judy Roblee of Warsaw, Barbara (Thomas) Gillen of TX, and Yvonne (Michael) Moore of E. Bethany; sister in law, Diana Roblee of Batavia; mother in law, Betty Juliano of FL; sisters in law, Diane (John) Bostwick of Batavia and Peggy (Lester) Dominiak of Batavia; brothers in law, Charles (Mary Ellen) Juliano Jr. of Batavia, Michael Juliano, Todd Juliano, Edward Reeger, Terry (Paula) Reeger and Brian Reeger, all of FL, along with many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and dear friends.

     In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings, Janice Roblee, Larry Roblee, Sharon (Sam) Nuciola; brother in law, Richard Nelan; mother in law, Nora Lucille Juliano and father in law, Charles Juliano Sr.

     Family and friends may call on Monday from 1 ~ 3 and 6 ~ 9 at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy, where services will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 AM.  Interment with military honors will follow in Machpelah Cemetery.

     Memorials are suggested to Crossroads House, P.O. Box 403, Batavia, N.Y. 14021.

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

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

Tom was a graduate of Alexander High School. He served in the United States Army which he was honorably discharged after 3 years of service. Tom was employed at ADESA car auction in Akron, NY.  He was a member of the Attica American Legion. Tom enjoyed playing golf and landscaping.

He  is survived by his companion of 18 years Shirley Van Ostberg; son Thomas Lake of Rochester; granddaughter Eva Lake of Rochester; brother Robert Lake of Texas; sister Frances (John) King of Attica along with nieces and nephews.

There will be no calling hours. A private service at the convenience of the family will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Attica American Legion located 83 Market St, Attica, New York 14011. 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.

Mr. Abramo was born December 4, 1933 in Buffalo, the son of the late Angelo Abramo and Philomena Sparrazza Abramo.

A truck driver for over 40 years with Consolidated Freightways in Buffalo, he served with the Air Force. 

His wife, Patricia J. (Marchant) Abramo, passed away on June 14, 2013.

He is survived by his sons, Angelo (Nancy) Abramo of Buffalo, Charles N. (Rose Marie) Abramo, Jr. of Amherst, Donald A. (Jenni Malcomb) Abramo, Sr. of Basom, and Justin (Katy) Abramo of Elgin, Oklahoma; a daughter-in-law, Jeannie Garrett Abramo of Basom;  nine grandchildren, Shad Roy, Nicolette Wilson, Andrea Main, Charles Abramo, Jessica Henry, Ashley Abramo, Dominic Abramo and Austin and Justin; five great-grandchildren, Ethan Roy, Alexander Roy, Samantha Main and Nicholas and Mason Henry; his sister, Frances Balanco of Florida; his dear friend, Glenda Perciful and several nieces and nephews.

He is the father of the late Philomena Roy, grandfather of the late Sabrina Roy and Donald A. Abramo, Jr. and brother of the late Samuel, Tony, Angelo, Ralph, and Joseph Abramo.

Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday at the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Avenue, Oakfield. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the funeral home also. He will be laid to rest in Cary Cemetery.  To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.burdettandsanford.com.

She was born November 14, 1918 in Lackawanna, NY, a daughter of the late Leo and Bertha Wrobel Wilkosz.

Ann was a pharmacy aide for St. Jerome Hospital prior to her retirement. She was a member of Ascension Parish and the Altar and Rosary Society.

She was predeceased by her husband, Henry J. Adamczyk and sister of the late Leo Wilkosz, Edward Wilkosz, Stephen Wilkosz and Helen Balonek.

Survivors include two sons, Edward (Candie) Adamczyk of Avon and Richard (Kathaleen) Adamczyk of Batavia. Daughter, Rosann (David) Panek of Churchville. Sister, Lottie (Paul) Starowicz of Batavia. Sister in-law, Susan Wilkosz of Buffalo.  Also survived by 10 grandchildren, 12  great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Sunday (July 19th) from 4-7pm  at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia.  Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, 10:00am at Ascension Parish (corner of Swan and Sumner Sts).  Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home or 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.

Mrs. Ritz was born February 15, 1934 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Ellsworth and Ella Mapes Sands.

A longtime member of Batavia Assembly of God Church, she was a member of AGLOW and was active with the AGLOW prison ministry. She was a 1951 graduate of Batavia High School and part of the committee that organized the class reunions.

Mrs. Ritz had a love of gardening and enjoyed taking trips with her family and her late husband to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Above all, she had a deep love for her family and cherished her time spent with them.

Her husband, Francis S. "Bud" Ritz, Jr., passed away on July 12, 2006.

She is survived by her children, Judith Barber of Rochester, Gene M. (Debbie) Ashe of Albion, Vicki (Pat) Gallo of Ontario, Kim (Steve) Allen of Oakfield, Catherine (David) Carlsen of Pavilion, Hailey (James) Burns of Ontario and Lancy (Michael) Frongetta of Batavia; 17 grandchildren, Kelly (Andrew) Gallup, Heather (Matthew) Falcone, Matthew (Sarah) Ashe, Jaime, Ryan (Rachana), Danielle, Ariel and Micah Gallo, Eric and Jared Allen, Cassandra and Carissa Carlsen, Nicholas and Hannah Burns, Abigail, Alec and Benjamin Frongetta; twelve great-grandchildren, Kyle, Rania, Patrick Jr., Pryanka and Rithic Gallo, Gatlin, McKenzie, Madison and Paige Ashe, Isabella and Sophia Falcone and Ava Grace Gallup; her sister, Beverly (Walt) Weatherbee of Holley and nieces and nephews.  

Friends may call on Friday, July 17, 2015 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Batavia Assembly of God, 24 North Spruce Street, Batavia. Services will follow the time of visitation at 6 p.m. She will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Camp Good Days And Special Times, Inc., 1332 Pittsford-Mendon Road, Mendon, NY 14506-9732, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Department 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908 or to Batavia Assembly of God Church, 24 North Spruce Street, Batavia, NY 14020.To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

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

Mr. Greene was born October 8, 1942 in Batavia, a son of the late Clarence E. and Marguerite L. (Pask) Greene.

He was an avid sports enthusiast, and enjoyed playing most sports, especially golf, horseshoes, bowling, and soft ball.  He was a very generous supporter of many youth programs throughout the area including little league, bowling and fishing.  He was extremely proud to have sent a different child to Camp Hough each year for nearly 30 years.  He also was very devoted to his family and friends.  

He is the husband of the late Suzanne (Lombardo) Greene and the late Alice Ann (Peters) Greene.

Duck is survived by his children, Tammy (Karl) Dilcher of Oakfield, Thomas (Stormie) Greene, Jr. of North Tonawanda, Timothy Greene of Oakfield, and Mark (Carrie) Greene of Lancaster; grandchildren, Melissa (Brett) Gardner of Penfield, Ashley (Parker Lantz) Dilcher of Oakfield, Derrek (fiancé Kimberly Gamble) Greene of Buffalo, Caleb and Shelbi Greene of North Tonawanda, Cortney (Travis Knowlton) Greene of LeRoy, Madison Kabel of Batavia, Jessica, Nathan, and Katelyn Greene of Lancaster; great-grandchildren, Allison, Cole, and Kyle Gardner of Penfield, and Jacob Knowlton of LeRoy; brothers, Joseph Greene of Batavia, and Jerome (Marion) Greene of Alabama; a sister, Mary Jane (late Thomas) Hartwig of Byron.  Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Mr. Greene is preceded in death by a son, Todd Greene, who passed away in 1969.

Friends may call on Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Avenue, Oakfield.  Tom’s funeral service will be held privately at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the YMCA Camp Hough, 4163 West Lake Road, Silver Springs, NY 14550.  Burial will be in Reed Cemetery, Oakfield.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.burdettandsanford.com.

Olean, NY - Jeffrey D. Biscaro of 110 W. Oak St. passed away Monday (July 13, 2015) at the Gowanda Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, surrounded by his loving family. 
Born May 23, 1954 in Warsaw he was the son of Joseph Anthony and Janet O'Donnell Biscaro.
Jeffrey graduated from Letchworth Central School and soon after high school he established Biscaro Roofing Co. in Queens. He later moved to Batavia where he, along with his brother Eric, operated the Hollywood Lounge for several years. In 1985 he established First Class Exteriors in Batavia. In 1995 he moved his business to Olean and operated it until his retirement in 2013. 
He enjoyed thoroughbred horseracing and owned a few horses of his own for a while. He was always a football fanatic, loved to snowmobile and he looked forward each year to the opportunity to travel to warmer climates on vacation. Most important to him was the apple of his eye and love of his life, his daughter Jaden. 
Surviving are his mother Janet Biscaro LaWall of Bliss; his daughter Jaden (Zach Klafehn) Biscaro of Olean and his wife Katie Ripple Biscaro of Olean; 10 brothers and sisters Olga Linneborn of Sun city, AZ, Lorraine Stark of Saratoga, Joseph Biscaro of Buffalo, Primo (Alice) Biscaro of Warsaw, Yolanda Jeneski and Donna (Dennis) Workman, both of Katy, TX, Janet (Paul) Conklin of LeRoy, Eric Biscaro of Batavia, Toni Bowers of Biloxi, MS, Polly (Ken Stauffer) Biscaro of Bliss and many nieces and nephews. 
He was predeceased by his father; 1 sister Rena Pedzawater and 2 brothers Ronald Biscaro and Rex Biscaro. 
Friends will be received at the Casey, Halwig & Hartle Funeral Home 3128 W. State Rd. Olean on Thursday from 5­8pm. Funeral services will be held Friday (July 17, 2015) at 10:00am in the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Bonaventure Cemetery. 
Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be expressed at oleanfuneralhome.com. 

Marian will forever be remembered for her big heart and welcoming nature. Friends and family were drawn to her home as they were always met with a warm welcome. Marian was an avid fan of the New York Yankees and Buffalo Sabres. She loved to play Rummy and Euchre and enjoyed a scratch off ticket now and again. Marian will be deeply missed by all who have had the pleasure to know her.

Together they raised 4 children; Gregory P. (Candi) Staebell of Waynesboro, Virginia, Sharon E. (Russell) Prosser of Old Orchard Beach, Maine, Stuart James (Melody) Staebell of Wilmington, North Carolina, Kathleen A. (Carl) Stone of Corfu, New York; 8 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren, and one special grand dog.

Friends are invited to call on Monday July 20, 2015 from 4:00-8:00 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. An 11:00 AM Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday July 21, 2015 at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. She will be laid to rest in Evergreen Hill Cemetery, Corfu.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to American Heart Association www.heart.org or the Wounded Warriors WoundedWarriorProject.org/Donate. 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, NY 14020.

Mr. Kittle served our nation with 2 tours of duty in the Korean Conflict. He retired from the United States Army after serving over 20 years. He also retired from General Motors Corporation. Chester loved his family; he also enjoyed hunting, fishing and farming. His greatest love was his grandchildren. He was a family man.

Chester is survived by daughter Kathleen (Curtis) Frick of Okeechobee, FL; sister Mary Keiran; granddaughter Maria (Juan) Dusen of Okeechobee, FL; grandson Richard Kittle; great-grandchildren Adante, Simone, Shaquille Davis, C.J. Kittle, Roneika Wright, Lajuanna Ford along with 4 great-great-grandchildren.

Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday July 16, 2015 from 10:00 AM – 1:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 PM at the funeral Home. He will be laid to rest in West Middle Burry Cemetery where there will be full Military honors.

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.