Obituaries

Barbara “Bobbie/Barb” (Herzog) Clark of Buffalo, NY, Sept 23, 2019, at 82 years of age. Resided in Corfu for 35 years, and Leisurewood Park, Akron, NY and Naples, FL later in life.  Barbara graduated from Alfred State in 1957. She married the love of her life in 1958 and enjoyed more than 61 years of marriage and five children. Barbara was a devout Christian and lifelong member of the Catholic Church.  Barbara was known to help anyone that needed it. She was everything to everybody.  She enjoyed social activities being with friends and liked to play cards. She especially loved spending time with family.  
Survivors include: husband Elwood Clark; children Christopher Clark, Matthew Clark (Linda), Gregory Clark (Michelle), Elizabeth Weydig (Steven) and Aaron Clark (Corey); 12 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; and 34 nieces and nephews. Calling hours are Thursday, September 26th from 2 - 4 PM and 7 - 9 PM at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 E. Main St., Corfu, NY.  A Celebratory Mass of Barbara's life will be held at 10 AM Friday, September 27, 2019 at St. Teresa Catholic Church 5771 Buell Street,  Akron, NY with burial to follow at Cold Springs Cemetery, Lockport, NY

LeRoy ~ Herbert Earl Pfaff, age 87, of E. Bethany-LeRoy Road, passed away Sunday afternoon (September 22, 2019) at home surrounded by his loving family.

    

 He was born March 29, 1932 in Batavia, a son of the late Lloyd and Beatrice Proper Pfaff.

     Herb was a lifetime farmer, electrician, carpenter and true jack of all trades.  He loved spending time with family, playing sports, fishing, traveling and of course, working on the farm.  Herb was an animal lover and always enjoyed his many pets.

     Herb is survived and will be dearly missed by his loving wife of 62 years, Donna; his five children, Jeffery (Sharon), Gregory (Sue), Douglas (Lorie), Daniel (Sally) and Kathleen (Paul); loving grandchildren; siblings, Pat, Nancy (Keith), Ginger (Ken), Richard (Ann), Shirley (Loren) and sister-in-law Joan Ridd, along with many nieces and nephews.  Herb had many close friends and a special thank you to his caregivers, Missy, Mandy, Michele and Lexy.

     Per Herb's wishes, there will be no calling hours and a private service will be held for the immediate family.

     Donations in memory of Herb may be made to Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, N.Y. 14450

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

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

LeRoy ~ Michael T. Leubner, age 21, of Linwood Road, passed away Wednesday evening (Sept. 18, 2019) at Strong Memorial Hospital from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.

    

 He was born December 9, 1997 in Batavia, a son of Robert W. Leubner and Charlene Griffith Cross.

     Michael will be remembered for his caring and sharing attitude.  He would do anything for anyone.  He enjoyed the outdoors - hunting, fishing, dirt bike racing and motocross.  His biggest passion though, was his loving baby boy, Ashton.

     He is survived by his father, Robert Leubner of LeRoy; mother, Charlene (Mark) Cross of Oakfield; sister, Traci (Zachary) Bosinski of Friendship, NY; son, Ashton Leubner; companion, Emily Batzel of Avon; grandfather, Basil Leubner; grandmothers, Judith Norton Harding and Barbara Cooper Griffith, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.

     Family and friends may call on Sunday, Sept. 29 from 1 ~ 4 P.M. at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Rd. (Rt. 19), LeRoy.

     Flowers are gratefully declined, with memorials suggested to the family c/o P.O. Box 187, LeRoy, N.Y.  14482.

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

Elizabeth A. "Betsi" Osterman, age 64, of Wyoming, NY, passed away peacefully at home on September 19, 2019 under the care of her loving family and hospice.

She was born September 16, 1955 in New York City, daughter of the late Anna Elizabeth Glazer.

Betsi was a veteran of the U.S. Army. She worked for many years at the Wyoming County Jail in Warsaw and in more recent years, worked as a custody officer at the Batavia Federal Detention Center prior to her retirement.

Betsi was a life member of the Wyoming Hook & Ladder Company where she served as a firefighter, EMT and EMT captain. She was a proud 9/11 first responder from Wyoming County.

With her husband, Gary, Betsi cared for over 50 foster children over a 10-year span. She also had a great love for all animals, especially her birds, and at one time owned and operated an exotic pet shop. Betsi was also very proud of her 2010 Camaro Transformer Bumble Bee vehicle.

Betsi’s life was guided by her deep devotion to her Lord. It showed in her service to her community and her love for her family. She had a great fondness for Israel and made several trips to the Middle East and the Holy Land.

Surviving are: her husband of 42 years, Gary Osterman; her children, Kristen (Jeffrey) Wysocki, of Wyoming, and Aaron (Lindsay) Osterman, of Batavia; grandchildren, Conner, Rylee and Aaron II; her brother, Edward (Becky) White, of Pennsylvania; her mother-in-law, Betty (the late Wallace) Osterman, of Wyoming; brothers-in-law, Karl (Melody) Osterman, of Pavilion, Jim (Mary Jane) Osterman, of Florida; sister-in-law, Judy (Mike) Strathearn, of Wyoming; several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call Saturday, September 21 from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at the Robinson & Hackemer Funeral Home, 246 N. Main St., Warsaw. A firefighter’s memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Betsi’s funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Wyoming, Main St., Wyoming. Burial will follow in Wyoming Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to HomeCare & Hospice, 450 N. Main St., Warsaw, NY 14569 or the Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, P.O. Box 631, Buffalo, NY 14240. Online condolences at www.robinsonandhackemer.com.

Oakfield - Juanita A. Brooks, 93, of Oakfield, passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2019, at her home under the care of her family and HomeCare and Hospice.

Juanita was born December 5, 1925, in Butler, the daughter of the late Aaron and Florence (Finch) Thomas.

Juanita was a member of the Oakfield United Methodist Church since 1936, where she was the choir director.  She founded the Smiling Dry Bones, was on the board for the Office for the Aging, a member of the VFW Auxiliary and the Lions Club, where she served as the zone chairman.  Juanita was also the choir director at the Elba United Methodist Church and was a secretary at the former American Stone Mix in Batavia.  She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Juanita loved her roses and animals, especially birds.

Survivors include her husband, Wilfred Brooks of Oakfield, whom she married on October 24, 1947; children, Craige Brooks of Oakfield, Braad (Dianne) Brooks of Oakfield, Linne (late Gordon) Hopkins of Dansville and Heather Brooks of Oakfield; 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Calling hours are Monday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Oakfield United Methodist Church, 2 South Main Street in Oakfield, where services will be held at 6:00 p.m. also on Monday.  Juanita will be laid to rest in Cary Cemetery, Oakfield. 

Memorial contributions in Juanita's memory may be made to Volunteers for Animals, P.O. Box 1621, Batavia, New York 14021. 

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

Arrangements were entrusted to the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield, (585) 948-5325.

Alberta M. Strauss, 79 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at United Memorial Medical Center. She was born October 13, 1939 in Batavia to the late Elmer (Ruth Dunn) Shultz. She is preceded in death by two husbands, Carl Cropo and Charles Strauss; daughter Michelle Cropo and her brother Robert Dixon.  

Mrs. Strauss retired from Valeo in Rochester, she worked there for many years while it was Delco. Alberta was fiercely independent, strong willed and a lover life.  

She is survived by her son Michael (Ellen) Cropo of Hamlin; sister Margaret (Stephen) Delaney of Hamlin; grandchildren Carl and Alex Cropo along with several nieces and nephews.  

Friends are invited to call on Monday, September 23, 2019 from 2 to 5 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Lung Association at www.lung.org or a charity of 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.

Elaine Canfield Johnson, 77 of Florida and formerly of Batavia, NY, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2019 in Florida.

She was born September 26, 1941 in Medina, NY, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Lavona Canfield.

Elaine worked for the Boy Scouts of America as a registrar, until her retirement. She relocated from Batavia to Florida in 1986, where she married Joe Johnson, WWII Bronze star recipient and who worked with McDonell Douglas on the Saturn 5 missions.

Survivors include her son, Lawrence (Susan) Grzebielucha and granddaughter, Sarah Evans, all of Houston, Texas. Daughter, Sharon Cino; grandchildren, Stacey Drozdowski, Stephanie Hoyt and great-grandchildren, Noah Bellinger, Robert Drozdowski and Rowyn Drozdowski, all of Batavia, NY. Daughter, Barbara (Greg) Totten; grandchildren, Gregory Totten and Jonathan Totten, all of Batavia, NY.

She was predeceased by her husband, Joe Johnson.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Saturday (September 21^st) from 9am-10am at the J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia, NY, were a memorial service will commence at 10am. Interment will be in Bates Road Cemetery, Medina, NY.

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.

 

 

BATAVIA - Dorothy P. Hollis, 98, of Batavia, passed away Monday, September 16, 2019, at The Villages of Orleans Health and Rehabilitation Center in Albion.

Dorothy was born January 24, 1921, in Lebanon, PA, a daughter of the late Marvin and Martha (Dillinger) Silvis.

She was a Charter Member of the Living Water's Church in LeRoy.

She was the wife of the late Carl M. Hollis who died on January 14, 2004.

Survivors include a son, Gordon (Betty) Hollis of Marysville WA; 4 daughters, Karen (Daniel) Schultz of Lyndonville, Charlene Frazer of Houston TX, Kathie Hollis of Cape Coral FL and Jeanette (Dennis) Ryder of Spencerport; a daughter-in-law Karrie Hollis of Ft. Collins, CO; 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. 

She was predeceased by her son Roger Hollis; her brothers, Kenneth Silvis and Howard Silvis and her sisters Elizabeth Beatty, Mabel Allen and Doris Henneman.

Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 E. Main St. in Batavia where services for Mrs. Hollis will be at 11 a.m. Saturday with the Rev. Jack Hempfling officiating.  Memorials are suggested to Living Waters Church, 30 Main St., LeRoy, NY 14482 or to Hospice of Orleans County, Inc. 14080 NY-31, Albion, NY 14411.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or Light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

 

Virginia (née Geitner) Meiser, 85, died peacefully on September 13, 2019 in Sarasota, Fla., with family at her side.

Virginia was born on January 31, 1934 in Bennington, NY. She was the daughter of Lawrence and Stella (née Brodowski) Geitner.

Virginia was married to Floyd Meiser and lived in Oakfield, NY, operating Meiser Chevrolet until their move to Venice, Fla.

Virginia loved golfing, sewing, reading and spending time with her family.

Virginia is predeceased by her husband, Floyd Meiser, brother James Geitner, sister in-law/brother in-law Alice and Marvin Childs, brother in-laws Leo Meiser and Dick Thompson.

Virginia is survived by her daughters Jeri Thomas (Ron), Barbara Stracener, son Larry Meiser (Donneda), brother Thomas Geitner, sister Lorraine Thompson, sister in-law Nancy Meiser, sister in-laws/brother in-laws Jean and Lloyd Schlagenhauf and Marvin and JoAnn Meiser. Virginia will be fondly remembered by her grandchildren Becky, Misty, Melanie, Bethany, Nadia, Sheri, Evan, Christopher, Phillip and nine great-grandchildren.

At Virginia’s request there will be no services or calling hours. Memorials can be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Flowers are gratefully declined.   A private burial will be held at the Sarasota National Cemetery in Sarasota, Fla.

                                                                                                                   

    

William “Bill” Meisner, 81, of Attica, passed away at his home on September 17, 2019. He was born on April 10, 1938 in Attica, NY to the late Alton and the late Bernice (Wendler) Meisner.

Bill worked at Newels Dairy Farm after he graduated from Attica High school. He joined the Air Force in 1961 and was active for 4 years until 1965. He was an Aircraft and Engine Mechanic for US Airways until retirement. After retirement, he drove for Attica Bus Service. Bill was a member of the Knights of Columbus where he was Grand Knight, a board member of the Attica Historical Society, and Co- President of the Attica Landmark Society. Bill was also a devout Christian of the Sts Joachim & Anne RC Church where he served as an usher and a greeter.

Bill is survived by his wife of almost 61 years, Frances (Lenton) Meisner; his children, Jeffrey (Erin) Meisner, Heather Galusha, Kellie (John Ammerman) Meisner, and Russell (Jennifer) Meisner; siblings, Joan Wood, Harold Meisner, Margaret Meisner, and Janet (Bernard) Meinweiser; grandchildren, Emily, Caden, Caleb, Sarah, Emma, Eva, Anna, Julia, Ryan, Leah, Kira (Jerod) Ellis, Kinley, and Kennedy; great granddaughter, Hailey.

A Visitation will be held from 4-7 PM on Friday, September 20, 2019 at the Marley Funeral Home, LLC., 135 Main St., Attica, NY 14011. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 10 AM at Sts Joachim & Anne RC Church, 50 East Ave., Attica, NY 14011..

In lieu of flowers, Bill’s family would be grateful if you would send a donation to Homecare & Hospice Wyoming County, 450 N Main St #3, Warsaw, NY 14569. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street, Attica, New York 14011.

 

 

 

Karen M. Jacek, 61 of Middlebury, passed away peacefully on Tuesday (September 17, 2019) at Buffalo General Hospital.

She was born December 12, 1957 in Batavia, NY, a daughter of the late Roland Spink and Donna Glor Spink Rippel of Olean, NY.

She was employed as a press operator for Tompkins Metal Finishing in Batavia. Karen had a huge heart for people and animals and it showed in her daily life, especially her dedication to her family. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her gentle heart.

She is predeceased by her step-father, Harry Rippel and siblings, Douglas Rippel, Annie Rippel and Kevin Spink.

Survivors include her mother, Donna Spink Rippel of Olean, NY. Son, Christopher (Laura) Jacek of Attica. Grandchildren, Quentin Jacek and Bentley Jacek. Brother, Timothy Spink of Portville. Sisters, Kathleen Rippel of Olean and Janet Rippel of Cuba. Also survived by nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Sunday (September 22^nd) from 2-4pm at the J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia, NY, where a memorial service will commence at 4pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are graciously asked to be made to Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Wyoming County Hospice or Wyoming County SPCA. 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.

 

Joan J. Vandenberg, 89, of Corfu, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 15, 2019.

Joan served in the United States Air Force from 1952-1955. She was predeceased by her sisters, Helena Vandenberg and Clara Fehrenbach.

Joan is survived by her brother-in-law, Robert Fehrenbach; a nephew, Robert (Michelle) Fehrenbach; a great nephew, Robby and great niece, Samantha. Also surviving is her dear friend, Michelle Smith.

Friends may call Saturday, September 21st from 1 to 3 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main Street, Corfu, NY. Funeral services will follow at 3 p.m. Burial will be in Evergreen Hill Cemetery, Corfu, with full military honors.

 

 

Clarendon - Donald W. Sparks, 88, of Clarendon, passed away on Monday, September 16, 2019, at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.

Donald was born May 16, 1931, in Clarendon, a son of the late Wallace and Rose (Hovey) Sparks.

A veteran, Donald served with the United States Navy.  He was a heavy equipment operator for Cold Springs Construction, a member of the American Legion and loved all animals. 

Survivors include his wife, Betty Sparks of Clarendon; children, Donald M. (Elizabeth) Sparks of Clarendon, George Sparks of Clarendon and Sandra (Peter Dreher) Sparks of Spencerport; a granddaughter, Ashley (Patrick Mancine) Sparks of Buffalo; a great-grandson, Wyatt Sparks Mancine; a sister, Carol Morgott of Clarendon and several nieces and nephews.

Donald is a brother of the late Dorothy Ferguson, Gilbert Sparks and Bruce Sparks.

Calling hours are Sunday, September 22 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 51 South Lake Avenue, Bergen, where services will be held at 3:00 p.m. also on Sunday. 

Memorial contributions in Donald's memory may be made to the Clarendon Fire Department, 16169 East Lee Road, Holley, NY 14470.

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

  Philip S. Young, Jr, 87, passed away on September 16, 2019 in Warsaw, NY. He was born on May14, 1932 in Buffalo, NY to the late Philip S. and the late Hedwig (Escher) Young, Sr. Philip was preceded in death by 6 siblings.

Philip was a Truck Driver for PVS Chemical in Buffalo, NY for many years. He was an avid Bills and Sabres fan and he loved hunting and fishing with his boys. He also loved to spend time in his garden. Philip was known to putter around in his barn. He was a former member of the Varysburg Fire Department. Philip was a devout Christian and helped out in his church, Sts Joachim & Anne RC Church, whenever he was needed.

Philip is survived by his wife, Barbara (Stawicki) Young; his children, Roy (Cheryl) Young, Philip (LuAnne) Young III, and William (Sally) Young; Sisters, Mary Young and Carol Bella; 6 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

A Visitation will be held from 4-7 PM on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at the Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, NY 14011. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday the 19th at 10:00AM at Sts Joachim & Anne RC Church, 2311 Attica Road, Varysburg, NY 14167.

In lieu of flowers, Please consider a Memorial in honor of Philip’s memory to the Crossroads House, 11 Liberty St, Batavia, NY 14020 or the Gateway House, 91 Main St, Attica, NY 14011. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street, Attica, New York 14011.

Richard R. Colombo, 64 of Batavia, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday (September 10, 2019) at the Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo, NY.

He was born February 11, 1955 in Batavia, NY, a son of Robert and Josephine Mocciaro Colombo of Batavia.

Richard was a graduate of Batavia High School where he played football. He enjoyed golfing, photography and being a jokester to his family. Also a NASCAR fan, his favorite driver was Jeff Gordon.

Surviving along with his parents, are his children, Nicholas Colombo of Joplin, MO, Kimberly (Jason) Austin of Bakersfield, CA and Steven R. Colombo of Batavia. Grandchildren,  Ashley Lynn Colombo, Brianna Colombo, Amanda Noelle Colombo, Abigail Austin and Allison Austin. Great-grandson, Xavier. Sisters, Barbara Speed of Rochester, Janis (Brian) Palmer of Batavia and Joann (John) Baiocco of Batavia. Also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Saturday (September 14^th) from 12 pm-1pm at the J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia, NY, where a Memorial Service will commence at 1pm.

Memorial contributions may be offered to the National Kidney Foundation or the American Diabetes Association. 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.