Obituaries

She was born July 24, 1922 in Pembroke, NY, a daughter of the late Clair and Alice Falker Higgins.

Marie and her husband operated a dairy farm together for many years.  Upon their retirement they enjoyed traveling in their RV, summers at Black Lake, NY fishing, and winters in Florida.  Upon her husband’s death Marie took up golf, enjoyed winters in Florida, and summers with her family and friends in the Batavia area.  Her golfing career of 19 years included 3 holes-in-one.  Marie also enjoyed trips to the casino.  At age 89 she sold her home in Florida and returned to the Batavia area.  She enjoyed family holidays and visits - the laughter they provided always made her smile.

She was predeceased by her husband, Victor Sztaba, daughter, Jean Tripp, brothers, Clair and Charles Higgins and sister, Jeannette Halat.

Survivors include two sons, Charles (Susan) Sztaba of Bergen and Richard (Linda) Sztaba of Batavia. Daughter, Maryann (David) Buelow of Batavia, OH. Several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Son in-law, Gary Tripp of Florida. Sister in-law, Mary Niecmski of Clarence. Also survived by nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior visitation. Family and friends are invited to share in her Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday (January 12^th), 11:00am at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, 8656 Church St., East Pembroke, NY. Interment will be in St. Brigid Cemetery, Bergen, NY.

Memorial contributions may be made to Martha’s Table at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish. 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.

A Memorial Service will be held for Dr. Brian R. Bower, Ed.D., on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. at The First Presbyterian Church of Le Roy, 7 Clay St., Le Roy, NY.

Dr. Bower, a 1953 graduate of Le Roy High School, passed away on Nov. 27, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roland and Vivian Bower; and brothers, Barry W. Bower, Bruce C. Bower, and Roland "Bud" Bower Jr.

Following 33 years of service in the New York State School System, Dr. Bower retired as the superintendent of the Mount Markham Central School District in West Winfield, NY.

Dr. Bower is survived by his wife, Katherine; sons, Scott (Debbie) Bower; Ken (Michelle) Bower; Keith (Melanie) Bower and daughter; Bonnie Springborn; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; his sister Candace Bower, and brothers Robin (Mary) Bower and Craig (Patricia) Bower, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Following the service, refreshments will be served in the church's Olmstead Hall.

Kathryn (Nita) Fisher was called home to be with her Lord and Savior suddenly on Sunday, January 6, 2019.  Nita was born Kathryn Waneta Kress in July 1927 in Des Moines, Iowa.  She became a registered nurse after high school and practiced her profession both full and part-time for a number of years.  She was wedded to her dear husband, Floyd for sixty-two years before his death in 2013.  Her eldest daughter, Marcia Pennell predeceased her in 2018 but she is survived by her two sons, Michael (Beth) and James (Connie), and her daughter Kathryn (Paul) Meloon.  She is also survived by nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.   Nita was a long-time member of West Somerset Baptist Church and enjoyed attending weekly right up until the time of her death.  She also enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, watching her birds, having tea and eating out with her friends, and spending time with all of her family.  Calling hours will be on Thursday (January 10) from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.at the West Somerset Baptist Church, 1876 Hosmer Road, Appleton, where services will be held on Friday (January 11) at 11:00 a.m.  Kathryn will be laid to rest in Hartland Central Cemetery, Gasport.  Memorials may be made to the West Somerset Baptist Church, 1876 Hosmer Road, Appleton, NY 14008.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.   Arrangements for Kathryn were completed by the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Batavia, (585) 343-8868.

Jeffery was born February 7, 1972, in Batavia, a son of the late Donald W. and Elizabeth B. (Vickers) Torrey.

Jeff was an avid sports fan and enjoyed listening to music.

He is survived by his children, Jeffery Torrey, Jr. of Columbus, OH, Jaclyn , Anna, and Ryan Torrey all of Attica; a brother, Brian Torrey of LeRoy; niece, Brittney Shaffer of Rochester.  His partner, Tammy Romaine of Bergen also survives.

Friends may call from 6:00 - 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street in Batavia. Jeff's Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 AM Friday at the funeral home.  Burial will be in Stafford Rural Cemetery, Stafford.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jeffery's memory may be made to the Torrey Family.

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

Mrs. Maddigan was born January 25, 1926 in Buffalo, a daughter of the late Edward and Irene (Stoyle) Schmatz.

Genevieve’s biggest hobby was her family.  She absolutely cherished time spent around the family dinner table, at family parties and get-togethers. 

She was the wife of the late John J.  Maddigan, Jr., who died July 11, 1985.

Surviving are her children, Laurie (Allen Morris) Maddigan of Boulder City, NV, Roberta (Michael) Spencer of Lockport, Mary Kay (John) Birtch of South Wales, Jennifer (Ray) Kraft of Arcade, Ellen (Thomas) Taylor of Bergen, and John J. (Joann Sees) Maddigan, III of West Seneca; a sister, Madonna (late William) Nagle of Clarence.  28 grandchildren and 47 great-grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews also survive.

Preceded in death by a daughter, Kristina (late Edward) Purtill; brothers, Thomas (late Bernice) and Paul Schmatz; and a sister, Arline (late Arthur) Mullholland.

There will be no visitation.  Genevieve’s Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday (January 12, 2019) at 9:30 a.m. at SS. Peter and Paul, 5480 Main Street, Williamsville.   In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.  Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Lackawanna. 

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

Stephen was a 1982 graduate of Elba Central School, enjoyed fishing, avid Buffalo Bills fan and enjoyed the music of Eddie Vedder and Pearl Jam.       

Survived along with his mother are his children, Monique (Cortney Toler) Fenton of CA and Matthew (Ashley) Fenton of Batavia; grandchildren, Alaska-Vela Fenton and Aidan Edwards; sisters, Cheryl Previte of Gates and Julie (Jim) Loughlin of Niagara Falls; aunt, Debra (Ron) Glor of Churchville along with several nieces, nephews & cousins.    

Funeral Services will be held privately by the family and Stephen will be laid to rest in the Spring of 2019. Memorials in his memory can be made to the family, c/o Matt Fenton PO Box 24 Batavia, New York 14021

Please share your words of comfort with Stephen’s family at www.tomaszewskifh.com or for more information please call Michael at (585)343-7500.

THE FAMILY OF STEPHEN RAYMOND FENTON IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4210 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NY 14020

Tom served honorably in the US Navy and was a former employee of US Chrome and Batavia Wine Cellars.

Tom was an avid hunter, a pastime who truly enjoyed with his brothers.

Tom is survived by his wife of 41 years, Patricia (Ferrando) Brade of Batavia; children, Thomas C. (Kristen Drilling) Brade, Jr., James “Jimbo” Pursel and Tina Purcel; siblings, Mike (Linda) Brade, Rick (Colleen) Brade, Kim (Jeff) Bauer, Jerry (Lori) Brade, Jamie (Kate) Brade; brother-in-law, Joe (Diana) Ferrando; sisters-in-law, Jane (late William) Ferrando and Rosemary (Martin) Whelan; 4 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

At Tom’s request there are no funeral services, memorials in his memory are suggested to a charity of the donor’s choice and he will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s cemetery.

Please share your words of comfort with Tom's family at www.tomaszewskifh.com or for more information please call Michael at (585)343-7500.

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

Nancy H. Fincher, 87 years old, lived at 2403 Main Rd., East Pembroke, NY.  Nancy peacefully passed away on January 5, 2019 at Johnson’s Elderly Care, Byron, NY, with help from Orleans County Hospice.  
Nancy was born in East Pembroke, a daughter of the late Earl and Gladys Beckwith Clute. Nancy the wife of the late Dean W. Fincher.  She is also predeceased by her sisters, Frances Klawer and Ruth Klawer.
 
Nancy enjoyed teaching and playing the organ and piano, teaching line dancing, square dancing, singing and directing the church choir, sewing and learning how to work the computer.  In her younger days she also sold Bee Line and Fashion Wagon clothing, plus Sandak Sandals.  Nancy was a loving housewife and raised 5 children.
 
 Nancy was survived by her, children Diane (Larry) Risley of Corfu, Connie (Ken) Golding of Byron, John (Jennifer) Fincher of East Pembroke, Mark (Dawn) Fincher of Morris, Illinois and Joy (Fred) Bookmiller of Corfu, 11 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren with one more on the way and 1 step great-grandchild. She is also survived by brother-in-laws, Albert Klawer of California and Lee Klawer of East Pembroke and a sister-in-law, Ruth Norton Turnbull of Wisconsin.
 
Family and friends may call on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 from 4 to 8 PM at the Cornerstone Church of East Pembroke, 2583 Main Road, East Pembroke, NY.  Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 9, 2019, at 11 AM at the church.  Burial will be sometime in the spring in Hillside Cemetery, East Pembroke.
Please make Memorials to the Cornerstone Church of East Pembroke, PO Box 189, East Pembroke, NY 14056, Johnson’s Elderly Care, 6815 Rte. 237, Byron, NY 14422, or Hospice in Orleans County, 14080 Rte 31 West, PO Box 489, Albion, NY 14411.
Arrangements were made by C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main Street, Corfu.

Mrs. Carragher was a long time member of St. Mary’s Church. She was a volunteer at the Richmond Library, the St. Jerome’s Hospital Guild and the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce. Mary was the Secretary of the Democratic Committee in Genesee County. She was an avid golfer for many years and acted as the President of the Stafford Ladies Golf Association.  Mary was an avid Yankees, Buffalo Bills and Jordan Spieth fan and was a Master Bridge player.

She is survived by her children; Patricia (James) Whelehan of Geneseo, Michael (Christine) Carragher of FL., Robert (Beth) Carragher of VA., and Nancy (John) Bachulak of Batavia; 6 grandchildren Molly, Katy, Tim, Joe, Maggie and Jimmy; 3 great-grandchildren Nick, Alex and Ben.

There will be no prior calling hours. Family and friends are invited to attend A 9:30AM Mass of Christian Burial on Friday January 11, 2019 at Resurrection Parish 18 Ellicott St. Batavia, New York 14020. Mary will be entombed in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Friends of The Richmond Memorial Library 19 Ross St. in Batavia. 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.

Batavia - Richard A. Williamson, 74, of Batavia, passed away Monday, December 31, 2018 at his home.
 

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He was an electrician for Eastman Kodak Co., a member of the Electrical Union Local 86 in Rochester and served with the United States Navy from 1962-1964.
 
Survivors include his daughters, Carrie(David) Knife of Fort Walton Beach, Florida and Christine(James) Hood of Victor, New York; his brother, Thomas (Shirley) Williamson of Bergen; his sister Donna Crowley of Churchville; grandsons, Alexander Knife, Colin Davidson, Dutton and Emerson Hood; niece Darlene (Brendhan) O’Brien; nephews, Kevin (Anne Marie) Williamson and Michael (Megan) Crowley.

   
In death, he is one again with his beloved hound dog and best friend Catie.

There will be no visitation. Graveside services, with military honors will be held at Mount Rest Cemetery, Bergen. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Richard’s name in memory of his Catie to Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, New York 14450. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Richard's name, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements for Richard have been entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 51 South Lake Avenue, Bergen, New York 14416.

Jennie was a long time restaurateur along with her husband. Together they ran Joe’s Track Kitchen. She was an avid bingo and card player and loved going to the casino.

She is survived by her children; Angela Earle of Batavia, Joseph (Cathy) Trigilio of Attica and Tammy (Mark) Schmidt of Batavia; 5 grandchildren Tina (Tony) Ferrando, Dan Boyd, Frank (Jennifer) Trigilio, John and Julie Earle; 7 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call on Monday January 7, 2019 from 9:00-10:30AM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. An 11:00AM Mass of Christian Burial will follow visitation at Ascension Parish 19 Sumner St. in Batavia. Jennie will be entombed in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum.

Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to Crossroads House   https://crossroadshouse.com/. 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.

Churchville - Age 70, entered into rest Jan. 1, 2019.  Loving son of the late Idelbert and Arietta (Wilson) Fuller; beloved husband of Elaine (Schultze) Fuller; devoted father of Dustin (Erin), Sanford (Amy) and Kerry Fuller; dear grandfather of Derrick, Melody, Kathryn, and Samuel Fuller; fond great-grandfather of Selena Fuller.

Calling Friday (Jan. 11, 2019) from 3 to 7 PM at the CHURCHVILLE FIRE DEPT., 24 Washington St., Churchville, NY 14428.  Services Saturday 10 AM at the Fire Dept. Interment will follow in Creekside Cemetery, Churchville.  In lieu of flowers, memorials to Churchville Fire Dept.

Ken was a member of the Churchville Fire Dept. since 1973.

Arrangements by H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Bergen. 

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

Mrs. DeLong worked as an RN at St. Luke’s Manor in Batavia. She was a longtime member of Resurrection Parish, St. Mary’s Church in Batavia.  

She is survived by her children, Dr. James F. (Linda) DeLong; Michael J. (Heather) DeLong; Gina M. Newman; Barbara A. (Scott) Batz; 12 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.  

There will be no prior calling hours and services will be held privately for the family. She will be entombed in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Genesee County Animal Shelter, 3841 West Main Street Road, 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.

LeRoy - Donald A. Morse, 81, of LeRoy, died Saturday, December 29, 2018 at his home.

Survivors include 4 siblings, Ronald Morse of LeRoy, LeRoy (Marge) Morse of Holley, Phyllis Irwin of Stafford, and Jane (Jerry) Burns of Rochester.  Friends may call on Friday from 1 to 3 pm at H.E. Turner & Co, Funeral Home, 403 E. Main St., Batavia.  Services are private.  Memorials to his family c/o Phyllis Irwin, 6137 Main Rd, Stafford, NY 14143.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.