Obituaries

JOANNE SZYDLOWSKI ~ Batavia

Age 96, of Batavia passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of December 26, 2017. She was born in Batavia a daughter of the late John and Michaelina (Jackowski) Szydlowski also preceded in death by siblings, Cristina, Helen, Adam, Earl and Matthew. 

Joanne was a lifelong resident of Batavia who worked for many years at Dohler-Jarvis and was a member of Scared Heart R.C. Church. and Matthew. Joanne and her siblings were proud of their Polish heritage and born to immigrant parents who were grateful that no matter what happened, their children and grandchildren would be born in America. 

Joanne is survived by five nephews, David, Mike, Earl "Leo" Jr., John, Paul and a niece, Ann. 

Please join the Szydlowski family to Celebrate Joanne's Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 am Thursday January 4, 2018 at Ascension Parish (corner of Swan & Sumner Sts.), she will be entombed in the Monsignor Francis L. Schwartz Mausoleum at St. Joseph's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials in her memory are suggested to a charity of the donor's choice. 

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

THE SZYDLOWSKI FAMILY IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4210 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020

Age 86, died peacefully on December 26, 2017at United Memorial Medical Center with his loved one by his side. He was born July 27, 1931 in Buffalo, NY a son of the late, Helen Bartlett also preceded in death by sisters, Audrey Bond and Geri Mania.                                                                                                                                                            He served in the US Marine Corp 3rd Marine Air Wing from 1952-1954. He was a member of the Marine Corp boxing team, winning the All Marine Corp Championship and Golden Gloves welterweight division in 1952 in Jacksonville, Florida. 

He will be remembered for his kindness and generosity, always giving a helping hand to friends and animals. This passion led him to become a harness horse owner, driver and trainer, racing for over 40 decades at Batavia Downs and Buffalo Raceway. Driving home some of his favorites, Buckshot Dale, Lamberton Direct and Meadow H Hoo. He was a previous member of the United States Trotting Association and the WNY Harness Horseman's Association.

He is survived by a sister, Hilda Bond of Buffalo, brother, Russell (Joy) Bond of CA; his children, Susan (CJ) Harris, Jeanette (Randy) Rasmussen and Tom Bond all of TX; four grandchildren, Mandy, Brittany, Taylor and Connor; 2 great-grandchildren, Madison and Colton along with many nieces, nephews & cousins; he is also survived by his life partner, Terry Voorhees and his cat, "Mouse Man." 

At Fran's request there will be no prior calling hours and services will be held privately, memorials in his memory are suggested to a charity of the donor's choice. 

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

THE FAMILY OF FRANCIS R. "FRANNY" BOND IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020.

Dave will be terribly missed by his loving wife of 47 years; Pamela (Frazer) Meyer of Batavia; children Jason P. Meyer of Saratoga Springs, Erica (Chad) Minuto of Batavia and Matthew (Michele) Meyer of Stafford; brother Robert Meyer of Rochester; brothers in law Douglas (Sue) Frazer of Greece and Terry (Peg) Frazer of MD.; 6 grandchildren Sophia Minuto, Camryn Meyer, Landon Minuto, Miles Meyer, Jackson Meyer and Lena Meyer along with several aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Dave grew up in Oakfield, NY where he graduated from Oakfield Central School and met his high school sweetheart, Pam (Frazer) Meyer. He attended Pharmacy School at the University at Buffalo, but left to start what would be a 36 year career at Kodak as a chemist. After a brief retirement from Kodak he went on to work in the IT department for all of the Genesee Community College campuses. He was instrumental in the beginnings and direction of the local Genesee Amateur Hockey Association where he served as President for 5 years, The Batavia Men’s Hockey League, an assistant hockey coach for Notre Dame High School team for almost 15 years and a forever spectator of the team. He was a man of so many talents, anything from remodeling a house to building a computer. He was an avid golfer, a political junkie, a 20 plus year Buffalo Sabres season ticket holder, a loving, caring, fiercely loyal and some would say stubborn man that would always put family and friends first. His absolute pride and joy were his family, especially his children and 6 grandchildren who lit up his life.

Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday January 3, 2018 from 3:00-7:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 9:30AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday the 4^th at Resurrection Parish 18 Ellicott St. in Batavia. Dave will be laid to rest in Grandview Cemetery.

Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to Notre Dame High School 73 Union St. in Batavia or the David McCarthy Memorial Foundation 17 Brooklyn Ave. in Batavia or the Holland Land Office Museum 131 West Main Street 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.

Richard I. “ Ric” Maurer, 82, of Corfu, passed away Wednesday (December 27, 2017) at Strong Memorial Hospital, with his family by his side.

Ric was born on January 8, 1935, in Buffalo, a son of the late Leroy and Barbara Maurer. He was the husband of the late June Maurer and brother of the late Robert Maurer.

Ric retired from General Motors after working 50 years. He was a devoted member of the Pembroke Community Church, serving as an Elder for over 40 years. He belonged to the Corfu Darien Senior Citizen’s and enjoyed spending time with his friends there. Ric enjoyed camping and spending time with his family.

Surviving are his children, Patti (Dan) Bartz, Eric (Marianne) Maurer and Tracy (Thomas) Richardson; grandchildren, Kevin (Amanda) Bartz, Peter (Samantha) Bartz, Kirsti (Dustin) DeMarco, Michael (Kristen) Maurer, Janet (David) Parfitt, Barbara (Ethan) Verburg, Sarah (David) Verburg, Samuel, Margaret and Catherine Richardson; six great grandchildren and two brothers-in-law, Donald Nachtrieb and Harvey Lee (Erleen) Nachtrieb.

Family and friends may call Monday, January 1 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main Street, Corfu. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 2 at 10 a.m. at the Pembroke Community Church, 692 Main Road, Corfu. Burial will be in Evergreen Hill Cemetery, Corfu, NY.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the church or the Pembroke Fire Department. 

Oakfield - Tracy B. Carpenter, 54, of Oakfield, NY, a delivery person at Auto Zone in Batavia, died Thursday, December 28, 2017 in Stafford.

Mr. Carpenter was born April 8, 1963 in Batavia, NY, the son of Hattie (Wojkowski) Carpenter of Oakfield and the late Paul W. Carpenter, Sr.

He was a kind soul and loved working on his model kits and had a passion for all animals, especially his cat.  He enjoyed eating and was considered a "Foodie". 

Surviving along with his mother is a brother, Paul "Butch" Carpenter, Jr of Oakfield; a sister, Nadine (Kenneth) Snyder of Akron; a nephew, Kyle (Fiance Christina Bartz) Carpenter of Oakfield; an uncle, Walt Wojkowski of Batavia; and numerous cousins whom he loved dearly.  

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.  Flowers are declined.  Memorials may be made to Volunteers for Animals, P.O. Box 1621, Batavia, NY 14021.  Arrangements were completed by Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Ave., Oakfield, NY.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.burdettandsanford.com.

Brockport – Rosemary “Rosie” Ridd Liese, 83, of Brockport, passed away Thursday, (December 28, 2017) at New ROC Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, in Rochester.

Ms. Liese was born October 9, 1934 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Vincent “Jim” and Gertrude (Maher) Ridd.

Prior to her retirement, Rosie was employed by Globe Security at the Monroe County Airport.  Later, she worked for ARA, also at the airport.  Ms. Liese was a manager for Home Properties at the Meadows Apartments in Brockport.  She was a volunteer at Lakeside Hospital, and at The Welcome Center in Brockport. 

Surviving are her children, Debby (late David) Caisse of Rochester, and Lori Bruton of Chruchville; grandchildren, Kelly (Bruce) Rasmusson of Hamlin, Katie (fiancé Michael Ayer) Caisse of Arizona, Kevin (Tina) Bruton of Bergen, and Joe (Stefanie) Bruton of Churchville; very special great-grandchildren, Brucie, Layla, and her Maggie Rose Rasmusson; a sister, Patricia Flaherty of LeRoy.  Several nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive along with many special friends, especially Gordy Whitaker, whom she thought of as a son.

Rosie is preceded in death by her brother, Gene (late Sara) Ridd.

There will be no visitation.  Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.  Burial will be in St. Brigid’s Cemetery in the spring. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association, 20 Ramona St., Rochester, NY  14613.

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

He was a 1948 graduate of Kendall High School.  In 1947 he entered the Naval Reserve, he enlisted with the US Army and was on active duty during the Korean Conflict from 1949-1952, in 1953 he was in the US Army Reserve in Medina, and from 1959-1990 was a civil technician with the US Army Reserve in Batavia, he retired in 1984 as Sgt. Major, and in 1986 retired from the US Army Reserve Center where he was a facility manager. He was a life member of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary where he was Flotilla Commander for 3 terms, life member of the VFW and member of the American Legion in Warsaw. He enjoyed boating. Was a life member of the Oak Orchard Power Squadron, where he held 4 terms as squadron commander.

He is survived by his wife: Gail (Noel) Becker-Patt whom he married on Nov. 2, 2013, 3 daughters: Barbara (Kenney) Crofts of Leesburg, Fl., Carol (Russ) Everitt of Brackney, PA., Catherine (Dennis) Huff of Perry, 2 sons: John (Mary) Patt of Kenmore, David Patt of Perry, 3 step-daughters: Barbara (John) Ackerman of the Town of Niagara, Donna Becker (Boy Petersen) of Lockport, Noel (Paul) Ambrusko of Cinnaminson, NJ, 12 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren , along with many nieces, nephews and friends.

Family and friends may call from 11am-1pm on Sunday December 31, 2017 at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street, Perry New York 14530 where Funeral Services will be held at 1:00PM.  He will be laid to rest in Prospect Hill Cemetery in Perry Center, New York

Memorial contributions can be made to American Heart Association or to the Disabled Veterans Association. 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.

Batavia - Rose Marie Bater, 81, of Batavia, formerly of Byron, died Thursday, December 28, 2017 at United Memorial Medical Center, in Batavia.

Mrs. Bater was born August 17, 1936 in Batavia. 

Her husband, Karl E. Bater, died January 24, 2014.

Survivors include 2 sons, Karl D. Bater of Bergen and Jeffrey C. Bater of Batavia, a grandson, Zachary Bater; a granddaughter, Livina Bater; 2 great-grandchildren, Petra Bater and Harper Bater; a brother, Sam "Sunny" Constanza of FL and a sister, Fran Cole of Batavia.  

Friends may attend services 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 30, 2017 at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 E. Main St., Batavia.  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.  Private burial will be in Riga Cemetery.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Bergen - Harris Arthur “Coke” Busmire, 76, of Bergen, a Foreman Welder Millwright at Carpenter’s Millwright Union Local 1173 in Rochester for over 50 years, died Tuesday, December 26, 2017 at Unity Hospital, in Rochester.

Mr. Busmire was born May 2, 1941 in Bergen, a son of the late Howard William and Florence (Lapp) Busmire.

He served in the US Army in Germany during the Korean War.  He was a great community volunteer, an avid bowler, hunter and fisherman and coached Peanut League Baseball at the old Bergen Elementary School on Rochester Street.  He never missed a year placing flags on veteran's graves on Memorial Day and was a member of the "chicken cooking crew" for local chicken barbecues.  He was a life member for over 50 years of the American Legion, Sackett Merrill White Post #575, a life member of the Bergen Rod & Gun Club; and a member, for over 50 years, of the Hesperus Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons in Bergen.  He shared his welding talent with many students in the area.

He is survived by his wife, Marjorie Mae (Johnson) Busmire of Bergen, whom he married July 27, 1963; a daughter, Annette (Gene) Boldt of South Byron;  a son, Harris A. Busmire, Jr. of Bergen; a grandson, Jacob (Ashley) Kuczynski of Clyde; 3 brothers Richard (Kathleen) Busmire of SC, Richard (Joyce) Sands of Bergen, and Donald (Reba) Sands of Rochester; 2 sisters-in-law, Patricia Busmire of Byron and Judith Zirbes of Rochester; 2 brothers-in-law, Frederick Johnson and Walter (Mary) Johnson, both of LeRoy; several nieces and nephews. 

He was the brother of the late Howard W. Busmire, Jr. and brother-in-law of the late Marie Johnson.  

Friends may call on Sunday from 2 to 6 pm at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 51 S. Lake St, Bergen where services will be at 11 a.m. Monday.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association, 315 Alberta Dr., Amherst, NY 14226 or to American Heart Association of WNY, 5488 Sheridan Dr., #300, Williamsville, NY 14231.  Burial, with full military honors, will be in Mt. Rest Cemetery in Bergen.

He served with the US Army as a medic from 1965-1969 during the Vietnam War. He worked for the former Robeson Cutlery in Castile, Champion Products in Perry and retired from the Wyoming County Community Hospital in Warsaw where he worked for 19 years where he was a medical aide. He volunteered for the Perry Emergency Ambulance in Perry for many years. He enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing, golfing, and especially enjoyed when his grandchildren would come to visit.

He is survived by his wife of 40 years: Audrey (Bernard) Brown whom he married on April 29, 1977 3 children: Heather of Baltimore, MD, Theresa (Harper) John Zielinski of Arcade, Tony Harper of Castile, a step-daughter: Delda (Cason) John Wilson of Augusta, GA.,11 grandchildren: Christopher Severson, Jarred and Jordan Harper, Lydia, Abigail, Sarah, Mary, Rachel, Joseph, Luke and Timothy Zielinski, 1 great granddaughter: Isabelle Severson, along with several other step-children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Family and friends may call from 4-7pm on Friday December 29th at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 N. Main Street Perry, New York 14530, where Funeral Services will follow at 7:00PM. He will be laid to rest in Glenwood Cemetery in Perry.

Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300 Jacksonville, FL 32256 or to Angel Action in Wyoming County 6470 Route 20A Suite 1 Perry, NY 14530. 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.

Bill was a lifelong resident of Alexander. He had a love for farming and tractors where he worked for several places fixing and repairing farm equipment. He loved the outdoors including fishing, hunting, camping, playing cards and hanging out at Kelsey’s Pond. Bill was a lifetime member of the Alexander Fire Department and the Alexander United Methodist Church. Bill will be truly missed by his family and all that knew him.   

Dad will be sadly missed by his loving children; Bruce (Amy) Kelsey, Sharon (John) Riley, Linda (Michael) Brade, Diane (Steven) Kujawski, Michele (Mark Fitch) Papke; brothers Robert (Peggy) Kelsey and Gordon (Gayleen) Kelsey; sister in law Marjorie Kelsey; 12 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren along with several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Family and friends may call on Saturday December 30, 2017 from 10:00AM – 1:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A 1:00PM Funeral Service will immediately follow visitation at the Funeral Home. Bill will be laid to rest at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alexander Ambulance 10505 Main St. Alexander, NY 14005 or the Alexander United Methodist Church 10540 Main St in Alexander.  For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visitwww.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

IRENE M. GIESLER ~ Batavia

Age 99, died Friday morning December 22, 2017 at home. She was born June 1, 1918 in Akron, NY, a daughter of the late Chester and Minnie (Bieser) Swarts, also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Elton Giesler; sister, Gladys Swarts; brother, Leon Swarts; daughter-in-law, Terry Giesler and brother-in-law, Dave Gerhardt.  

Mrs. Giesler worked for many years at the Genesee Country Nursing Home, avid gardener, enjoyed word searches and most of all time spent with her family. 

Surviving are her loving children, Ronald (Kathy) Giesler of Arizona, Larry (Debbie) Giesler of Arizona, Mark Giesler of Batavia, Jean (Wilford) Wollenschlager of Texas, Cheryl (Paul) Goodell of Oakfield, Deborah (Gary) Harkness of Batavia; sister, Dorothy Gerhardt of Rochester; 18 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, 2 great great-grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews. 

Mrs. Giesler's wishes were for funeral services to be held privately by the family, she will be laid to rest in Evergreen Hill Cemetery, Corfu and memorials in her memory are suggested to Genesee Cancer Assistance, Inc. 127 North Street Batavia, New York 14020. 

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

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

Elba - Mrs. Constance D. Stack, 63, of Elba, account manager for Marchese Computer Products in Batavia, passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2017 at United Memorial Medical Center.

Mrs. Stack was born June 4, 1954 in Batavia.

She is survived by her husband of 44 years, Paul J.  Stack, Sr.; her sons, Paul J. Stack, Jr. of Bergen and Aaron (Becky) Stack of Elba and her two grandchildren, Trent and Tatym Stack.

There are no prior visiting hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. 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.