Obituaries

Mary was a full time mom who loved crossword puzzles. She worked for several years at the Darien Knitting Mill.

She is survived by her children; Glenn (Jackie) Lyons, Karen (Vincent) Crossley and Judy Lyons; sister Margaret Heinz; 10 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.

Family and friends are welcome to call on Friday May 18, 2018 from 12:00-2:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A Graveside Service will immediately follow visitation at Forest Hill Cemetery in Attica where Mary will be laid to rest.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society https://www.cancer.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.

She is survived by her children; Donna (Chris Green) Almeter of Canaserega, Rosanne (Colin) McGovern of Henrietta, Maury (Mike LaVarnway) Fountain of Attica, Michael (Sydney) Cardone of NC., Dominic (Chris) Cardone of MD., Daniel Cardone of Attica; brother Angelo Christoforetti of PA.; 12 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.

Loretta had just enjoyed a beautiful celebration for Mother’s Day surrounded by her family. She raised 6 very musical and faith filled children so there was lots of singing and Praise to God. She also had a strong devotion to Mary so her family had a May crowning with lots of flowers. Loretta was a Master Gardener and had many beautiful gardens during her life. But she’d cut the flowers and for her entire life used them to adorn the altars of every church she belonged to. She was in charge of the May Crowning every year so it was very special to her. She was the head of the sodality, the Blue Army teaching many young women the virtue of chastity and emulating Mary as a role model of how to love and honor her Son Jesus. Loretta was a Home Health Care Provider and housed many elderly and disabled people over the years and also in her “spare time” cleaned homes and tended the gardens of many elderly in the neighborhood. She was a foster mother to several teens, and many others called her mom. Loretta took in anyone, some stayed for days, some for years. Loretta was a member of The Altar and Rosary Society and washed and ironed all the altar linens and taught Religious Education from the time she got married up into a few years ago. She never stopped teaching the faith to anyone she came in contact with and was an incredibly loved mother and grandmother. Loretta will be so missed but her family rejoices that she is home in Heaven seeing the face of God and can finally rest.

There are no prior calling hours.  All are welcome to join in a celebration of her life at a 1:00PM Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday May 19, 2018 at Sts. Joachim & Ann Parish 50 East Ave. Attica, NY, 14011 where a reception will follow in the Parish Hall. Loretta will be laid to rest in St. Vincent’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations in her name to either Crossroads House https://crossroadshouse.com/ PO Box 403 Batavia, NY 14021 or Sts. Joachim & Anne Parish 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 Street, Attica, New York 14011.

Ogdnesburg ~ Patrick W. Dickes, age 56, of Ogdensburg, passed away on January 18, 2018 at Claxton Hepburn Hospital in Ogdensburg, after a lengthy illness.

Patrick was born on December 6, 1961 in Batavia, a son of the late Clyde W. and Mildred S. Dickes. 

He worked for various employers in maintenance of building and grounds before retiring in 2015.

He married Lorie Tauscher on November 14, 1981.  They had two children, Cory and Chris.  Their marriage later ended in divorce. In addition to his children, he is survived by a grandson, David Mecedo; three sisters; Liza (Russell) Peet, Michele (Anthony) Buczek and Vicki (Mark) McShane.  Also surviving are aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, and many cousins.

There are no prior visiting hours. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Springvale Cemetery, Edgerton Road in Elba.

Arrangements for Patrick have been entrusted to the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia.

Mary was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Batavia and attended Lifetime Assistance. She was not only the first camper but the longest cancer survivor of Camp Good Days & Special Times. She always had a smile on her face and a soft spot for animals. Mary loved her nieces and nephews.

She survived by sisters Brenda Andrews of Batavia; Tressa (Eric) Hansen of Geneva; nieces and nephews Michael Sananikone, Kaetlyn Andrews, Christopher, Laura Hansen, along with many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Friends are invited to call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM on Thursday, May 17, 2018 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 Friday, May 18, 2018 at the Funeral Home. Mary will be laid to rest in Byron Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Camp Good Days & Special Times, P.O. Box 665, Mendon, NY 14506 and Martin-Linsin Residence, P.O. Box 489, Albion, NY 14411. 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 in Lawrence, MA, on October 22, 1917, a daughter of the late Angelo and Lucy Pappalardo Borzi. After the untimely death of her mother Lucy Pappalardo Borzi when Mary was 6 and her sister Ann was 7 they were brought to Batavia and were raised by their maternal grandmother and grandfather, Benedetta and Placido Pappalardo.

She is survived by 2 sisters Jo (Jack) Gianni, and Sr. Rosemarie Borzi (Religious nun of the Venerini order). She is also survived by several nieces and nephews and other family members who she cared for deeply. She was pre-deceased by both her sister Ann (Norfe) Pirro and her brother Tony Borzi.

Family and friends are invited to share in her Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, (May 19th) at 11:00am at Ascension Parish (So. Swan Street). Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Batavia, NY.

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

Age 66, of Batavia, Owner/Operator along with his wife and son of Settler's Family Restaurant and Billy Goat Tavern died suddenly Friday morning May 11, 2018. He was born June 30, 1951 in Florina, Greece a son of the late Ioannis and Polyxeni (Votsis) Spyropoulos, also preceded in death by sisters, Olga (John) Tavelaris and Maria Dedes.                                                                          

Steve arrived in the United States in 1974, returned to Greece in 1975 when he married and in 1985 purchased the former Red Barn on West Main Street and opened Settler's Family Restaurant which still operates today along with the Billy Goat Tavern located next door. He has enjoyed over 30 years of loyal customers who he frequently enjoyed talking politics and history. Steve always remained proud of his Greek heritage and enjoyed trips back home, most recently the summer of 2017. He worked long hours, day after day, probably to a fault, but family was always first, often telling them, "Who Loves You Babe?" It was Dad, Pappou, and We Love You Too - Always! 

Surviving is his beloved wife of 42 years, Rula (Ziogas) Spyropoulos of Batavia; loving children, John (Miranda) Spyropoulos of Batavia, Christy (Matthew) Brown of Lancaster and Jane (Aaron) Branton of Batavia; cherished grandchildren, Ben, Alex, Quinn, Adalyn, Brody & Camryn; sisters, Eleni (Menelas) Tsatsanis of Greece, Stauroula Mertziotis of greece, Vaisso (Sotirios) Natsias of Australia, Georgia (Vasilios) Tzetzis of Greece and Anthi (late Evangelos) Lolis of Victor; former daughter-in-law, Jill Spyropoulos along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Steve's family will be present from 3-8pm Tuesday May 15, 2018 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where a procession will begin 8:30am Wednesday May 16 to the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church 962 East Ave. Rochester, NY 14607 to celebrate Steve's Funeral Service at 10am with Fr. Catalin Mot, Officiating. He will be laid to rest in White Haven Memorial Park, Pittsford, NY with memorials suggested to the church. Please note the Trisagio Service will be held 6pm on Tuesday evening at the funeral home. 

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

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

LeRoy ~ Fred "Duke" Merica, age 84, of Hilltop Drive, passed away Saturday evening (May 12, 2018) at Strong Memorial Hospital in the presence of his loving family.

     Duke loved his family dearly and enjoyed following his grandchildren's and great-grandchildren's sporting, musical and dance events.  He also enjoyed trips to the casino, winters in Florida, summer family trips to Maine, working in his yard, and watching his favorite teams, the Buffalo Bills, NY Yankees and UConn Women's basketball.

     He was a member of Our Lady of Mercy Parish, along with many organizations; the K of C, where he was a 4th degree member and also past Grand Knight, the LeRoy Town Board, where he served as town councilman for 26 years, the Excelsior Hook & Ladder Co. of the LeRoy Fire Dept., the Genesee Co. Democratic Committee, the LeRoy Democratic Committee, the Oatka Fish and Game Club, Sons of the American Legion and past member of the Moose and Sertoma Club.

     Duke, along with his brothers, was the owner of Merica Truck Service and East End Shell on East Main Road for many years.  He was also a Genesee County Election Inspector and a State Inspector for Batavia Downs.

     He is survived by his beloved and devoted wife of 61 years, Marjorie Kiefer Merica; his son, Fred (Penny) Merica, his daughters, Anne Marie (Bill) Fox, Jody (Greg) Rogers and Theresa (Bob) Fredrick; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brother-in-law, Gary (Mary Jane) Kiefer; sisters-in-law, Betty Merica and Chris Merica, along with many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

     In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his son, Michael James Merica, his brothers, Nick (Orpha) Merica, Joseph Merica, Angelo (Joyce) Merica and Anthony Merica, his sisters, Connie (Sab) Prospero and Rose (Joe) Caruso, brother-in-law, Sonny Kiefer, sister-in-law, Sandra McCowan and mother and father-in-law, Clinton and Ruth Kiefer.

     Family and friends may call on Wednesday from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road, LeRoy.  His Rite of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter's Church, 44 Lake St., LeRoy with interment to follow in St. Francis Cemetery.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to LeRoy Ambulance Service or Wilmot Cancer Center.

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

LeRoy ~ Joseph F. Maloni, age 75, of Summit Street, passed away unexpectedly Thursday evening (May 10, 2018) at home.

     He was born February 2, 1943 in Batavia, a son of the late Nunzio and Stella Macugowski Maloni.

     Joe retired from the LeRoy DPW and was very proud of his 30 years of service to the Village of LeRoy.  He also enjoyed travelling with his wife, Cindy.

     He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Lucinda "Cindy" Dampier Maloni; his children, Robert Maloni of LeRoy, Raequel Saeva of Batavia and Karen Maloni of Boston, MA; his grandchildren, Timothy Kelley and Daniel and Dominic Saeva; his siblings, Samuel Maloni and Dolly (Ron) Piazza, both of LeRoy; sister-in-law, Candie (Ed) Adamczak of Avon, along with many nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents, Joe was predeceased by his sons, Joseph, John and Nicholas.

     Services for Joe will be private at the convenience of his family and memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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

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

Prominent Batavia businessman, Arthur H. Marshall, III, died Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at United Memorial Medical Center, in Batavia.

Mr. Marshall, a Batavia native, was born July 5, 1934, the son of the late Arthur H. Marshall, Jr. and Muriel K. Marshall. He is also predeceased by his sister, Roxanne Marshall.

As a community volunteer, Mr. Marshall was affiliated with the Board of the American Red Cross, St. Jerome Hospital, the United Way, the Richmond Memorial Library, the Boy Scouts of America, the Chamber of Commerce, Grand View Cemetery, and the Genesee County Economic Development Corporation, the predecessor to the GCIDA.

In addition, Mr. Marshall was a director of Griswold & McWain, Inc., publishers of the "Batavia Daily News", serving as board chairman. He was also chairperson of the Batavia M&T Bank Advisory Board, a director of the Buffalo M&T Advisory Board, and a director of the Bank's parent board, The First Empire State Corporation.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Susan Maybach Marshall;  his  daughter, Anita Hawes; his son, Arthur (Theresa) Marshall, IV; four grandchildren, Dr. Katherine (Daniel) Okoniewski, Alexandra (Andrew) Bruce, Arthur Marshall, V and Elizabeth Hawes. He will always be remembered for his warm and giving spirit by his many friends and loyal employees.

There are no prior visiting hours. His memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 19^th, 2018 at St. James Episcopal Church, 405 East Main Street, Batavia.  He will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery, Batavia. In lieu of flowers, memorials 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, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

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

East Pembroke -- James A. Corcoran of East Pembroke, 81, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at Rochester General Hospital.

Born August 21^st, 1936, in Wheatfield, NY, he was the son of the late Andrew and Evelyn (Tompkins) Corcoran.

He moved with his parents to Corfu, attended and graduated from Corfu Central High School, where he met and married his high school sweetheart, Jane Swimline. On August 31^st, 2017 they celebrated 60 wonderful and happy years of marriage.

He worked for Beckwith Machine Shop in Batavia, as well as Genesee County Highway Department where he was Shop Foreman until he retired in 2000. He also owned and operated Jim’s Garage and Machine Shop for over 55 years. He enjoyed rebuilding engines and devoted his life to helping others. Jim enjoyed traveling and riding his motorcycle with his wife. He was a devoted and loving husband and father who loved his family.

Jim is survived by his loving wife Jane. Three sons, Thomas (Kim) Corcoran, Tim Corcoran, Scott (Natalie) Corcoran, all of Batavia. One Brother, Edward (Beverly) Corcoran, one sister, Janet (Lew) Grasso. Five precious grandchildren and one great grandchild, a brother-in-law, Gary Valesee and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Burton and infant Ralph Corcoran, Mary (Melvin) Talbot and Linda Valesee.

Please join the family as they celebrate Jim’s life at C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary Inc., 4 E. Main St., Corfu on Monday, May 14^th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, Church Street in East Pembroke, where he was a member, on Tuesday, May 15^th at 11 a.m.

She was born February 11, 1930 in Batavia, NY, a daughter of the late Ralph and Mary DeFino Recchio

Josephine was a lifelong resident of Batavia. She was employed by the Batavia Downs Race Track for 32 years prior to her retirement. She enjoyed Cruises and casinos, but most of all she enjoyed her family and the gatherings they shared through the years.

She was the wife of the late Mario Fragnito. Mother of the late Joseph Fragnito and Marie Fragnito. Grandmother of the late Richard Funke and sister of the late Frank Recchio, Mike Recchio, Mary Schiavone and Margaret Schlossel.

Survivors include her daughter Patricia (Richard) Funke of Rochester. Daughter in-law, Patricia Fragnito. Grandchildren, Melissa (Dan) Mahar, Jamie (Eric) Peskor and Vanessa Aquino. Great-grandchildren, Jack, Tate and Finn Mahar, Leah, Ryan and Kyle Funke, Makennah, Kylie, Mela and Jathan Aquino and Luke Peskor. Sister, Jennie Trigilio and several nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Monday (May 14^th) from 10:00am -11:00am at Ascension Parish (So. Swan Street), where her Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00am.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s 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.

Patricia L. Block, 77, of Orchard Park, formerly of Attica passed away Thursday May 10, 2018 at Sisters of Charity Hospital in Buffalo. She was born on April 12, 1941 in Batavia to the late Leon and Betty (Kearney) Cooley. In addition to her parents, Patricia is predeceased by her brother; Jim Cooley.

Patricia will always be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother.

She is survived by her children; Thomas (Linda) Block of East Aurora, Cathy Block of Holland; siblings Denise (Roger) Durfee of Attica, Peggy (Everett) Snyder of Attica; sister in law Mary Cooley; grandchildren Melanie (Michael) Fechter, Leighanne, Matthew and Thomas Block; great-granddaughter Alexa Fechter.

There will be no prior calling hours. Funeral Services will be held privately for the family. Patricia will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery in Attica.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Stevens Memorial Library 146 Main St. Attica, NY 14011 or the Attica Fire Dept. 11 Water St. in Attica. 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, NY 14011.

Batavia - Willard H. “Willie” Bennett, II, age 39, of Batavia, passed away on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at his home.

Willie was born February 12, 1979 in Batavia, a son of Willard H. Bennett, I of Perry and Carol Myers Bennett of Batavia.

Surviving along with his parents are his seven children.

He is predeceased by his brother, Jimmy Bennett.

There are no prior visiting hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be made to GCASA, 430 East Main Street, Batavia.  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.

Batavia - Mrs. Frances R. Ford, age 101, of Batavia, passed away peacefully surrounded with the love of her family on May 8, 2018 at United Memorial Medical Center.

Frances was a longtime member of St. Paul Episcopal Church in Stafford, the Batavia Senior Center Quilting Club, the Holland Land Office Historical Society, the Stafford Historical Society, the Older Boys and Gals Club and the Tonawanda Valley Collectors Club. She was an avid golfer, seamstress and gardener. Frances enjoyed traveling to Florida and attending social events. She, along with her late husband Wayne, were avid square dancers.

Her husband, Wayne L.  Ford, passed away in 1981.

Frances is survived by her son, Wayne A. (Mary) Ford of Stafford; a daughter, Laura (Ray) Ladd of Bethany; a sister, Elizabeth (Warren) Ward of Batavia; 6 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren.

She is the mother of the late Jack Ford and sister of the late Arthur Rumsey, Albert W. Rumsey Sr., George Rumsey and Howard Rumsey.

Friends and family may call on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia. Services will immediately follow visitation at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. The Rev. Colleen O’Connor will officiate. She will be laid to rest in Stafford Rural Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 6188 Route 5, Stafford, New York 14143. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.