Obituaries

Wayne served 8 years in the United States Marine Corps and was honorably discharged in 1961. Wayne was a semi-truck driver for various companies. He then owned and operated an excavation company. He retired from Kelly’s Blacktop in Depew, NY. Wayne was a past Noble Grand of the member of the Odd Fellows Attica Lodge. He was also a member of the West Middlebury Baptist Church for many years. Wayne married Mona (Dohse) Landin in 1971.

Wayne is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Mona; his children Linda (the late David) Jackett, Denise (Joseph) Welter, Robert (Adele) Landin, David (Teri) Landin, Marc (Suzanne Janes) Landin, and Jon (Peggy) Landin; 10 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on November 30, 2018 from 11:00AM – 1:00PM at the West Middlebury Baptist Church 4950 W Middlebury Rd. East Bethany, NY 14050. A 1:00PM Funeral Service will immediately following visitation.

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.

Daniel E. Paterson
On Wednesday, November 21, 2018, Lt. Col. Daniel Edward Paterson, loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away at age 75.
Daniel was born August 28, 1943 in Pittsburgh, PA to Daniel and Helen Paterson. He received his Bachelor of Civil Engineering degree from the State University of Buffalo in 1966. He was commissioned into the US Air Force at graduation as a First Lieutenant and moved to Rapid City, SD. In 1968 he married Marla Peterson in Corfu, NY. They raised two sons, Daniel and Andrew, and two daughters, Catherine and Christine.  Daniel received a Master’s degree in Facility Management from the Air Force Institute of Technology in 1977. After 22 years as a career officer, Daniel retired in 1988 and moved to Colorado Springs, Colorado with his family, where he worked for and retired from Lockheed Martin. Daniel enjoyed traveling, fishing, camping, hunting and dancing, especially with his family.

He was preceded in death by his father, Daniel, and his mother, Helen. He is survived by his wife, Marla, his four children, Daniel, Andrew, Catherine and Christine, his sisters Miriam and Cynthianne, eight grandchildren, several cousins, nieces and nephews. 

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, November 29th, 2018 at Sunrise United Methodist Church, 2655 Briargate Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80920 at 11AM with a viewing at 10AM. Family and friends may call Sunday, December 2nd from 1 to 2 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 E. Main Street, Corfu, NY. Graveside services will follow in Evergreen Hill Cemetery, Corfu, NY. Donations in his name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Pat graduated from the Catherine McAuley Nursing School, and she became a Licensed Practical Nurse in 1961. Patricia and her high school sweetheart, Hans G. Walker, began their lifelong journey together on September 30, 1961. She was employed by Genesee Memorial Hospital for many years until retirement in 1972.  Her most cherished moments were those spent traveling and spending time with her family. Walt Disney World was her favorite place to travel to. 

Pat leaves to cherish her memory her husband; Hans G. Walker, of Attica; her children Jeffrey (Julie) Walker, of Bloomfield, C.O., Gregory Walker, of Batavia, N.Y., and Mark (Karen) Walker, of Cary, N.C.; grandchildren Kaitlynn (Michael Schmit), of Pendleton, N.Y., Kristopher Walker, of Batavia, N.Y., Michael Sanchez and Elizabeth Walker, of Cary, N.C., Maya Walker and Jacob Walker of Bloomfield, C.O.; and several nieces, nephews, and friends. 

Family and friends are invited to call from 10:00AM to 2:00PM on Saturday December 1, 2018 at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A 2:00PM Funeral Service will immediately follow visitation at the Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Attica Rescue Squad 11 Water St. Attica in honor of Mrs. Walker. 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

Batavia - Bonnie L. Keady, age 74, of Batavia, passed away on Thursday, November 22, 2018 at Strong Memorial Hospital. 

She was born March 3, 1944 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Clarence L.Branche, Jr.and Ruth M.Hawks Branche.  

She is survived by her husband, James A.Keady whom she married on October 17, 1964; her children, John (Theresa) Keady of New Hartford, Julie Hesson of Pinellas Park, Florida and Kristine Peters of St. Petersburg, Florida; eight grandchildren, Andrea, Camilla, Alysa and Cassandra Keady; Cody and Hannah Hesson and Zara and Ava Peters; and several nieces and nephews.  

She is the sister of the late Ardis Wickens.

There are no prior visiting hours. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at 1 p.m. at St. Mary's Church, 18 Ellicott Street, Batavia. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Bonnie's memory may be made to Notre Dame High School, 73 Union Street, Batavia, New York 14020 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Department 142, Memphis, Tennessee 38101-9908. 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.

Byron - Josephine “Josie” Mary (Mogavero) Ivison, 90, was born on September 5, 1928 to the late Samuel and late Rose (DiMaria) Mogavero in the Village of LeRoy, NY.  She passed peacefully from her home into eternity on Thanksgiving, November 22, 2018, with loving family by her side.

Josephine grew up in LeRoy as the third oldest of eight children.  She graduated from LeRoy High School in 1946 where she participated in school choir and class communications.  She met her soulmate, Duane R. Ivison, in 1948 and they were married on March 18, 1950. They had five children that they raised on their South Byron dairy farm, Ivy Acres.  Josephine attended RBI and worked for a year as a secretary in Rochester before staying home and helping keep books for the farm. She also enjoyed working at Arlene’s Hallmark store in Batavia.  One of her most favorite roles was volunteering at the Crossroads House (hospice) in Batavia. She brought such love and peace to the patients and their families there.

Josephine attended St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in LeRoy with her family as a youngster.  She was a long-time member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in South Byron where she served faithfully on the Altar Society.  After St. Michael’s closed, she regularly attended St. Brigid's Catholic Church in Bergen. She was also a member of the Women’s Auxiliary of South Byron.  Josephine found joy in dancing, playing card games, going out to eat and traveling with her beloved husband, Duane. She enjoyed reading her prayer cards, reciting the Rosary, gardening, coloring, baking and cooking for her family.  Her 5 children, 12 grandchildren and 12+ great-grandchildren were her pride and joy. All of the family dogs throughout the years held a special place in her heart. Her dear grand-dog and companion, Journey, kept a protective watch over her in recent years.

Josephine is survived by her children: Daniel (Lynn) Ivison of South Byron and Julie (Stephen) Ivison-Libero of Byron, son-in-law Denny Miller of Bergen, son-in law John Casper of Rochester; her grandchildren: Nicole Miller, Kelly (Jason) Burghart, Aimee Frederes, Keith (Daysha) Littlefield, Jesse Casper, Matthew (Shelby) Miller, Jodee (Brian) DiSanto, Mandy (Curt Randall) Miller, Holden Miller, Linsey Ivison, and Casey (Janette Vick) Ivison; her great-grandchildren: Elaine Gburski, Carlos DiSanto, Brianna DiSanto, Emily Foley, Alayna Burghart, Dwayne Littlefield, Logan Burghart, Natalie Randall, John Littlefield, Lacie Ivison, Madison Miller, Carter Morrison and a Baby Girl Miller on the way; her siblings: sister Florence Silvernail of LeRoy and brother Richard Mogavero of Espous; numerous nieces and nephews, cherished cousins and dear friends.  Her Godchildren (Michael, Martha and Dennis) were very special to her, as well.

She is preceded in death by her parents: Samuel and Rose Mogavero, her siblings: Eileen Conrad, Mary Mogavero, Joseph Mogavero, Elinora Rebban, and Eleanor Morgavero; her husband Duane Ivison; her children: Patricia Miller, Janet Casper, and Brian Ivison; and her grandsons: Nathaniel Miller and Aston Frederes.

The family would like to express their gratitude to HCR of Genesee County, Hospice and Tender Loving Family Care of Brockport for their kindness and compassion throughout Josie's end-of-life journey.

Josephine’s senior yearbook described her as a kind and diligent woman who was always willing to lend a helping hand.  Her beautiful smile and sunny disposition lasted throughout her entire life. Everyone knew they could count on Josie in times of need.  She always gave from her heart and showered her friends and family with unconditional love. As a quiet behind-the-scenes source of support, she was known as the wind beneath our wings.  Josephine’s unwavering strength and faith has been an example to us all. To know Josie is to love her. She will always be remembered for her soft hands, tender heart and precious smile.  Once a beautiful angel here on Earth, Josephine is now a precious angel in Heaven. She is loved by so many and will be sorely missed.

Friends and family may call on Monday from 3 to 7 p.m. at H.E. Turner & Co., Funeral Home, 51 S. Lake Street, Bergen, NY.  Her Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 am on Tuesday at St. Brigid’s Church, 18 Gibson Street in Bergen. Burial will be in Byron Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family for distribution to her favorite charities in Mrs. Ivison’s memory. These charities include: St. Brigid’s Catholic Church of Bergen, Crossroads House of Batavia, Tender Loving Family Care of Brockport and maintaining the Duane R. Ivison Memorial Gazebo at Byron Park.

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

Basom - Grace Rose Gerrard, 90, of Basom, passed away Wednesday, (November 21, 2018) at The Grand Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, in Batavia.

Ms. Gerrard was born August 10, 1928 in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, a daughter of the late William and Lucy (Nedohin) Manghewsky.

Grace moved to the United States from Canada in 1961 and enjoyed spending time with her family.

Surviving are her children, Grant Gerrard of Wills Point, TX, Mark (Amy Murphy) Gerrard of West Falls, Cheryl Gerrard of Wills Point, TX, Sharon (Chris) Gerrard-Courson of Deerfield Beach, FL and Wendy (Robert) Boyd of Pendicton, British Columbia, Canada; sister, Connie (Barry) Campbell of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada; a brother-in-law, Victor Phillips of Hamilton Ontario, Canada. Several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews also survive.

She is predeceased by her sisters, Pauline (late Lloyd), Vera, Josie (late Wally), and Tillie.

There will be no visitation. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Genesee Cancer Assistance, Inc., c/o UMMC, 127 North Street, Batavia, NY 14020, www.geneseecancerassistance.com/donate.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Ave., Oakfield.

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

Howard was predeceased by his parents, Albert and Gertrude; sister, Joanne; brothers, George, Ray, Albert, and Richard.

He is survived by his loving wife Jean (Embt) Petre of Varysburg; children, Michael (Lynette) Petre, Mark (Barb) Petre, and Brian (Cheryl) Petre; his sister, Mary Lou Petre; eight grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren.

There will be no prior visitation. Services will be at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Varysburg Fire Department in honor of Howard. 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.

She was born August 21, 1928 in Friendship, NY, a daughter of the late Forest and Elna (Van Horn) Sprague.

Elizabeth was a homemaker prior to her employment as an inspector with Champion Products in Geneseo, NY. She was an avid reader, animal lover and supported local animal shelters.

She was predeceased by her husband, Albert Allenbrandt who died March 8, 2017. Sisters and brothers, Gen Fuller, Jean Ellis, Christine Wright, Helen Crabb, Richard Sprague, William Sprague and Dorothy Saxton.

Survivors include her son, Terry (Carmen) Allenbrandt of Penfield. Daughter, Cynthia Allenbrandt of Rochester. Sisters, Audrey (Vern) Mason, Mary Williams and Rosalie Beroff. Sister in-law, Glenda Sprague and Anna May Allenbrandt. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family with interment at Maple Grove Cemetery, Machias, NY.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hearthside Cats Inc., P.O. Box 282, Geneseo, NY 14454. Expressions of sympathy may be shared 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.

Penny Louise Bridge, 68, of Elba, a co-owner of Dan Bridge Farms in Elba, passed away on Thursday, September 20, 2018 at her home under the care of her family and Homecare & Hospice.

Mrs. Bridge was born August 4, 1950 in Buffalo, the daughter of the late John M. and Brenda (Dorf) Carver. 

Penny was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Elba.

She is survived by her husband, Daniel J. Bridge of Elba, whom she married on September 25, 1970; two sons, Jason (Christie) Bridge of Corfu and Jeffrey (Melissia "Missy") Bridge of Elba; four grandchildren, Jayden Bridge of Corfu and Danica Bridge, Sophia Bridge and Savanna Bridge, all of Elba; two brothers, John N. (Nancy) Carver of Albany and Shane (Mary) Carver of Stafford and two nieces. 

A celebration of Penny’s life will be held on Sunday, November 25, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Elba Fireman’s Recreation Hall, 7143 Oak Orchard Road, Elba.  Family and friends are invited.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Elba, 23 North Main Street, Elba, NY 14058 or to Homecare & Hospice, 29 Liberty Street, Suite #6, Batavia, NY 14020. 

To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements were completed by the H. E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home of Batavia, (585) 343-8868.

Jeanette P. Jazwiecki, 75 of Akron, passed away peacefully on Thursday (November 15, 2018) at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

She was born April 18, 1943 in Buffalo, NY, a daughter of the late Richard and Florence Dziadaszek Hudomint.

Jeanette was employed by Wilson Greatbatch prior to her retirement. She enjoyed attending craft shows, camping, playing with puzzles and dominos. She also enjoyed trips to the lake cottage with her sister. Most of all she loved her family and was a wonderful mother to her children and grandmother to her grandkids. She will be deeply missed by all who knew of her kind heart.

She was the wife of the late Jerome E. Jazwiecki who died November 13, 2012; grandmother of the late Angela Jazwiecki and sister of the late Patricia Maxwell, Richard Hudomint and Michael Hudomint.

Survivors include her children, James (Jennifer) Jazwiecki of Akron and Dawn (Mark) Smith of Lancaster. Grandchildren, Robert Jazwiecki, Brock Smith, Camden Smith, Emily Jazwiecki and Grace Jazwiecki. Sister, Joan (late Gene) Dziekan of Akron and Chris (late Frank) Voll of Akron. Bothers, Robert (Sandra) Hudomint and Dennis (Eunice) Hudomint, both of Akron.  Aunt, Arlene Gburek of East Amherst. Also survived by nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Friday (November 23rd) from 4-8pm at the J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 John St., Akron, NY. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday (November 24th), 10:00am at St. Teresa of Avila R.C. Church, 5771 Buell St., Akron. Interment will follow in St. Teresa’s Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Buffalo, 225 Como Park Blvd, Cheektowaga, NY 14227. Expressions of sympathy may be offered at www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 JOHN ST., AKRON, NY 14001, RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR.

Mark spent over 30 years working for Chapin Manufacturing in Batavia. He prided himself on a strong work ethic. Some of Mark’s passions were photography, nature, history, hunting, reading, cooking, gardening and most importantly spending time with his family over a home cooked meal. Mark spent 48 years with the love of his life, Louise.

He is survived by his loving wife; Louise (Seppe) Volpe of Batavia; children Nicholas Volpe of Batavia, Mark (Heather) Volpe of Elba, Melissa Miller of Batavia and Theresa (Ted) Lazik of Batavia; sister Rae (James “Daniel”) Snyder of Alexander and brother, John (Mary) Volpe of Attica; 7 grandchildren Amanda, Rachael, Elizabeth, Sarah, Isaac, Lena and Anthony; 2 great-grandchildren Myla and Elle, along with several nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call from 2:00-6:00PM on Sunday November 18, 2018 at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. An 11:00AM Funeral Service will be held on Monday the 19^th at the Funeral Home.

Flowers are gratefully declined by the Volpe family. Memorials may be made to St, Jude Hospital www.stjude.org. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020.

Richard was a self-employed businessman in Batavia for many years. He was an avid collector of many things. He was huge amusement park enthusiast with a love for rollercoasters. Richard will be forever remembered as a loving father and grandfather who always cared for others.

He is survived by his daughter; Sylvia (Jon) Smith of Batavia; 3 grandchildren Tapanga (Joel Jackowski) Wheaton, Kurstin Smith and Jon Smith Jr.

Family and friends are invited to call on Sunday November 18, 2018 from 2:00-5:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. An 11:00AM Graveside Service will be held on Monday the 19^th at Grandview Cemetery in Batavia where he will be laid to rest.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association www.alz.org. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020.

Lura Jean Hersee, 71, of Corfu, passed away Wednesday, November 14, 2018 surrounded by her family.

Lura Jean was born December 5, 1946 in Batavia, daughter of the late Noble W. and Margaret Wieben Baker. She was the sister of the late Robert Baker.

Lura Jean owned and operated Lura Jean’s School of Dance in Corfu for 35 years. While running the dance studio, she went to work for Monroe Tractor, retiring after 15 years. Lura Jean loved sewing and crafting and spending time with her family. Between teaching her students how to dance and her work at Monroe Tractor, her greatest joy was being a faithful partner to her husband Glenn on the farm. 

Lura Jean is survived by her husband of 52 years, Glenn M. Hersee; daughters, Kathy (Brad) Winspear and Doreen (Kurt) Schenk; grandchildren, Adele, Jeffery, Lucas, Marygrace, Maggie, Kurtis, Evan and Mack. She is also survived by her niece, Christine and nephew, Bob.

Family and friends may call Sunday, November 18 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main Street, Corfu. Funeral services will be held Monday, November 19 at 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 4809 South Newstead Road, Akron. Burial will be in Mt. Olive Cemetery, South Newstead.