Obituaries

Connor M. Callaghan of Oakfield, formerly of Middleport passed away at home in Oakfield, NY on Saturday November 11, 2017. Connor was born in Warsaw, NY on July 7,1993, to the parents of Kevin and Sheila Callaghan of Oakfield. Brother of Corey (Diane) Callaghan of Sydney, Australia. Grandson of Linda Callaghan and the late Thomas Callaghan of Appleton, NY. Predeceased by grandparents Floyd and Ruth White of Middleport, NY. Also survived by loving aunts, uncles and cousins. Connor graduated Summa Cum Laude in May from the Albany School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences where he was a member of the Phi Delta Chi Fraternity. Connor always had a book in his hands. He loved animals; especially his dog Patty and his cat Striker. Connor's passion was helping others, whether it was donating blood for the American Red Cross or working at the Capital City Rescue Mission where donations can be made on his behalf www.capitalcityrescuemission.org. Even after Connors passing he continued to give to others through Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation. No prior visitation. Please visit www.rutland-corwin.com to send the family a condolence.

 

LeRoy ~ Pamela J. Wright, age 70, of Glenwood Drive, LeRoy,  passed away at home on Saturday evening (November 11, 2017), surrounded by her loving family.

    

She was born March 16, 1947 in Buffalo, N.Y., a daughter of the late Norbert and Eleanor Scott Gale.

     Pam will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister, who always put her family first.  She loved to cook and bake for her family and friends.  She also enjoyed bird watching, fishing, boating and crocheting.  Pam was also a U.S. Marine Corp veteran.

     She will be sadly missed by her loving and devoted husband of 50 years, Lawrence "Larry" Wright; her children, Jennifer (John) Morrill of LeRoy, Penny (Dondi) VanSon of Pavilion and Jason Wright of Pavilion; her grandchildren, Austin VanSon, Kirsten Wright and Jenna Morrill; her brother, Christie (Erika) Gale of LeRoy; brother-in-law, Bernard (Deborah) Wright of VA, sister-in-law, Shari Wright of LeRoy, along with many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

     In addition to her parents, Pam was predeceased by her brother, Scott Gale and brother-in-law, Donald "Ben" Wright.

     There will be no prior visitation or services. Memorials are suggested to HomeCare & Hospice, 29 Liberty Street, Batavia, N.Y. 14020.

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

     Mrs. Wright and her family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc.  585-768-2400

Batavia - Betty Ann Ahl, age 80, of Batavia, passed away unexpectedly on November 10, 2017 at her home.

Mrs. Ahl was born May 6, 1937 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Samuel J. Gaeta and Mary J. Pricola Gaeta. Mrs. Ahl is also predeceased by her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Charles Ahl and Janette Levins Ahl.

A 1954 graduate of Batavia High School, she was a member of Resurrection Parish and volunteered her time at the gift shop at The Jerome Center in Batavia. Betty enjoyed going to coffee every Tuesday at Salvania's Restaurant and Friday at Miss Batavia Diner with her family and friends. A devoted wife and mother, Betty was absolutely adored by her grandchildren. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, baking and cherished her time with her family.

Betty worked for the Batavia City School District for 37 years. She began her career at Jackson Elementary School, later moving to John Kennedy Elementary School where she was the secretary to the principal until her retirement.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Richard “Corky” L.  Ahl, whom she married April 19, 1958; loving daughters, Linda (Mark) Restivo of Albion, Marianne (John, Sr.) Sallome and Carol (Dan) Hunt, both of Batavia; her treasured grandchildren, Jenna Sallome,  Emily Sallome, John Sallome, Jr., Erin Dobbertin and  Matthew Dobbertin; her sisters, Joanne (Paul) Kruppa of Batavia and Dolores (David) Prezyna of West Seneca; her uncle, Vito (Rosalind) Pricola; her aunt, Jeanette (late Alfonso) Attardi and  several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Family and friends may call on Monday from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, 18 Ellicott Street, Batavia.  She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to Crossroads House, P.O. Box 403, Batavia, New York 14021, Notre Dame High School Foundation, 73 Union Street, Batavia, New York 14020, Genesee Cancer Assistance, Inc., 127 North Street, Batavia, New York 14020 or Homecare & Hospice, 29 Liberty Street, Suite #6, Batavia, New York 14020.

To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Betty’s memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

RICHARD D. CASE ~ Batavia

Age 73, died Saturday evening November 4, 2017 at his home. He was born April 3, 1944 in Suffern, NY a son of the late Laverne D. and Gertrude P. (Melcer) Case also preceded in death by  a brother, Jerry D. Case. 

Richard was a 1962 graduate of Batavia High School and went to work for Batavia Metal Products. In 1966 he began his career as a Corrections Officer spending most of it at the Attica Correctional Facility until his retirement in 1999. He was an avid Boston Red Sox fan and knew it was their destiny to win the 2004 World Series, stating that he could now "Die a Happy Man." Ric enjoyed Thoroughbred Horse Racing, especially the Kentucky Derby, Preakness and  Belmont Stakes along with his love of tent camping, canoeing, fishing and star gazing.           

Surviving are his children, Kim Marie (David) Lynn and their daughter, Ashley Marie of Florida; Candice Darcy Carpenter and her son, Cole Austin of Alden, NY; Sean Patrick Case and his son, Devin James of Batavia; niece, Jolene Marie Case and her son, Spencer David of Batavia along with many cousins and friends. 

There will be no prior visitation, a Celebration of Life will be announced at a future date. In remembrance of "Ric" those that wish, may Salute a Soldier, plant some flowers or help someone less fortunate. 

Please share your thoughts and memories of Ric with his family at www.tomaszewskifh.com 

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

 

Batavia - Edward T. Letts, Jr., 47, of Batavia, Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at Rochester General Hospital, in Rochester.

Mr. Letts was born October 27, 1970 in Rochester, the son of the late Kenneth and Kathy J. (Bresslin) Johnson.

Survivors include 2 sisters, Amber (Josh) Hutchings of Batavia and Trisha Letts of Florida.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.  Arrangements were completed by H.E. Turner & Co., Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia, NY.   Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

 

 

 

Batavia - Linda C. Dibble, 71, of Batavia, an employee of  P.W. Minor Shoe Factory, died Sunday, November 5, 2017 at Crossroads House in Batavia.

Mrs. Dibble was born September 13, 1946 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Robert and Frieda (Gramp) Hummel.

She was a 1965 graduate of Alexander High School and she enjoyed baking and was an avid bowler in the "Jack & Jill" League and the Thursday Nite League.

She is survived by her husband, Stephen H.  Dibble, whom  she married June 19, 1965; a son, Todd (Deborah) Dibble of FL; 3 brothers, Rudy (Jackie) Hummel of TN, Norm (Mary Lou) Hummel of E. Pembroke and Kenny (Janet) Hummel of NC; 3 sisters, Elsie Duckworth of Fredonia, Elfrieda (Dave) Bridge of Stafford and Shirley Evans of Fillmore; a brother-in-law, Jerry Martin; 2 grandchildren, Anthony Dibble of Batavia and Bethani Dibble of FL; 2 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

She was the mother of the late Paul H. Dibble who died in 1988 and sister of the late Robert Hummel, Ernie Hummel, Eleanor Luce and Alice Martin.

Friends may call on Wednesday from 10 am to 1 pm at H.E. Turner & Co, Inc., 403 East Main St., Batavia, where services will follow at1 pm.  Burial will be in Grand View Cemetery in Batavia.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Crossroads House, P.O. Box 403, Batavia, NY 14021.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Elba - Mary Rowcliffe, age 52, of Elba, passed away on Friday afternoon peacefully at home with her beloved dogs by her side after a courageous five year battle with cancer.

She was born September 30, 1965 in Batavia, to the late James Tibbs and Elaine Winters Tibbs of Batavia.

Mary, “Dietze”, will be remembered for her passion of helping others, her outspoken personality, and the immense love she had for her family and friends. Dietze devoted her life to caring for disabled children at the New York State School for the Blind, and even after she fell ill she worked until the end making these children feel special. All 52 of her years were filled with so much life, but she lived life to the fullest the last 28 years with her soulmate and partner in crime, Garth Rowcliffe.

Dietze is preceded in death by her father, James Tibbs, father-in-law, Don Rowcliffe and brother-in-law, Robert Dempsey.

Surviving along with her husband is her mother, Elaine Tibbs; her loving siblings, who referred to themselves as the “circle of 6” because they often relied on each other to get through hard times,  Margaret "Daud" (late Robert) Dempsey, Betsy (Mike) Royal, Jimmy (Kim) Tibbs, Richie (Cathy) Tibbs and Tom (Lisa) Tibbs. She is also survived by her three daughters whom she was so proud of, Meghan (Andrew) Brown, Alexandra (Adam) Harrington and Ryleigh (Garth) Hinkson; her mother-in-law, Carol Ann Rowcliffe; brothers and sisters-in-law; Tim (Sandy) Rowcliffe, Lorie (Mike) Cleveland, Jule (Jack) Dolan, Dana (Alice) Rowcliffe and Kate (Jim) Worrington. Dietze is also survived by one grandson and many nieces, nephews, cousins and three special friends, Cathy Sawyer, Carol Pangrazio and Beth Walsh.

Family and friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia.  Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, 303 East Main Street, Batavia by Fr. Thaddeus Bocianowski. She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph's Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, Dietze’s family wishes friends to donate to The Office of Gift & Donor Records, P.O. Box 270032, Rochester, New York 14627. In the memo line, please specify Wilmont Cancer Lung Research. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Rochester - Phyllis M. Poole, 93, of Rochester, formerly of Batavia, a line worker at the former GTE Sylvania in Batavia, died Saturday, November 4, 2017 at Kirkhaven Transitional Care, in Rochester.

Mrs. Poole was born March 12, 1924 in Ft. Dodge, Iowa, the daughter of the late Thomas and Florence (Clark) Kendall.

She was an 81 year member of the Batavia 1st United Methodist Church, member of AARP and was a past president of FOE #2348 in Batavia.

She is predeceased by her husbands, Frank Stachowski who died in 1969 and her second, Victor S.  Poole, Sr., who died in 1997.

Survivors include her daughter: Delores DiVito of Rochester, 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren; 3 step-children, Dorothy Lowery of Perry, Victor (Karen) Poole of Batavia and E. Eugene (Penny) Poole of TX; a special niece and nephew, Nancy & Norm Cairl of Toledo, OH; special friends,  Dorothy Moeller of Batavia, Kattie Torrence of FL and the late Ruth Lange.

Friends may attend services at 12:00 pm on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at the 1st United Methodist Church, 8221 Lewiston Rd, Batavia.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to 1st United Methodist Church, 8221 Lewiston Rd, Batavia, NY 14020 or the charity of the donor’s choice.  Burial will be in Grand View Cemetery.  Arrangements were completed by Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home of Batavia.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Carol Anne Embt, 79, of Le Roy, formerly of East Bethany passed away on October 27, 2017 at the Le Roy Village Green. She was born on March 18, 1938 in Batavia to the late Howard and Ruby (Kilner) Smith. In addition to her parents, Carol is predeceased by her brothers Dick and Bill Smith.

Carol loved being a housewife and taking care of her children. She was also very proud to be a farmer’s wife. She helped start and finish the chores in the barn and her husband Lyle taught her how to drive a car and their tractors.  Carol enjoyed sewing and doing needlepoint and always had room for a stray animal in their home. Most of all, her pride and joy came from spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.  

She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years; Lyle W. Embt of LeRoy, formerly East Bethany; her 8 children Paul (Lori) Embt of Pavilion, Tim Embt of E. Bethany, Bob (Gail) Embt of VA., Becky (Mark) DiNardo of MD., Don (Susan) Embt of VA., Susan (Brian) Meyers of E. Bethany, Sarah (Phil) Miess of Henrietta and Tom (Jennifer) Embt of Cheektowaga; along with 15 grandchildren.

There will be no prior calling hours. Funeral Services will be held privately for the family at their convenience.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bethany Fire Dept. 5253 Old Telephone Rd. East Bethany, NY 14054 or the Bethany Center Baptist Church 10420 Bethany Center Rd. in East Bethany. 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.

Mary J. (Klein) Schwab, 99, of Warsaw, formally North Java, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2017 at the Wyoming County Skilled Nursing Facility. She was born on September 25, 1918, the daughter of the late Edward and Johanna (George) Klein. In addition to her parents, Mary is predeceased by her husband of 61 years; Frederick J. Schwab who passed away Apr. 11, 2001; daughter Janice Henneberger; son Thomas Schwab; siblings Raymond, Robert, Jane, Dorothy, Pauline, Rita and Bernadette; son in law Blaine Jackson.

Mrs. Schwab was a life member of St. Nicholas Church in North Java and also the Parish Lady of Lourdes Society.

She is survived by her 6 children; David Schwab of N. Java, Walter (Cynthia) Schwab of N. Java, Elaine (Jeff DeGeyter) Schwab of Indian Lake, NY., Carole (Thomas) McGuire of Warsaw, Julie Schwab of Perrysburg, NY., Marie (Michael) Ryan of Warsaw and Alice Jackson of E. Aurora; daughter in law Joanne Schwab of FL., son in law David Henneberger of Cuba, NY., along with many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be no prior calling hours. A 11:00AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday November 8, 2017 at Holy Family Parish 4316 Route 98 North Java, NY 14113.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the North Java Fire Dept. 4274 Route 98 North Java, NY 14113. . 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.  

Alfred “Chuck” Lippold, 88, of Attica passed away peacefully on Wednesday November 1, 2017 surrounded by his family at the Wyoming County Skilled Nursing Facility in Warsaw. He was born in Attica on November 3, 1928 to the late William and Anna (Pfalzer) Lippold. In addition to his parents, Chuck is predeceased by his wife; Beverly (Nixon) Lippold; sister Ruth Dudek.

Chuck was a United States Army Veteran during the Korean where he was a Sergeant of a bridge and road construction unit.  Chuck retired from Westinghouse in Attica where he worked for over 35 years. He was a member of the American Legion Attica Post. He loved to ride his bicycle all over Attica.  After years of riding, he upgraded to a scooter.  Chuck was an avid deer and pheasant hunter who also liked to trap. He loved to spend time with his family, especially his grandkids. On the weekends, he would work on roofing homes for extra money so he could take his wife Beverly dancing, something they loved to do.

He is survived by his children; Linda (Mark) Zimmermann of Corfu, Steven (Theresa) Lippold of Bergen and Lisa (Kevin) Cochrane of Attica; siblings Paul (Pat) Lippold of Oakfield, Doris Lindebauer of Batavia and Joan (Sam) O’Geen of LeRoy; 8 grandchildren Brandon, Cory, Austin, Renee, Steven, Alex, Justin and Lindsay; 4 great-grandchildren Ethan, Lukas, Drew and Jade along with several nieces and nephews. Also survived by his companion dog, Billy.

Family and Friends are invited to call on Friday November 3, 2017 from 3:00-7:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A 10:00AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday November 4^th at St. Joachim & Anne Parish 50 East Ave, in Attica. He will be laid to rest in St. Vincent’s Cemetery in Attica.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Attica Fire Dept. 11 Water St. Attica 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 visitwww.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.  

Rochester - Audrey E. Aradine, age 82, of Rochester, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at Unity Hospital of Rochester.

Mrs. Aradine was born December 28, 1934 in Batavia, a daughter of the late David H. Grice, Sr. and Alice Stanton Grice.

An inspector at Owens Illinois, Inc., in Brockport, one of her greatest joys in life was her grandchildren who would always brightenher day. She truly enjoyed seeing pictures of them and hearing stories about them.

She is survived by her children, Cory (Karen) Aradine of Rochester,  Kevin (Judy) Aradine of Bergen and Kim (George) Ryan of Rochester; six grandchildren, Laurie (Jess) Templeton of Rochester, Lisa (Wade) Peck of Farmington, Adam Aradine of Albion, Megan Aradine of Byron, Bradley (Taylor) Ryan of Rochester and Staci (Nick) Howcraft of Hilton; nine great-grandchildren, Matt, Meghan, Elijah, Jeremiah, Ethan, Hannah, Grayson, Emma and Wesley; her sister, Doris Tootell of Batavia; her longtime friend, Gladys Hardway of Florida and several nieces and nephews.

She is the sister of the late Ruth Alice Wagner, Harold "Bud" Grice and David H. Grice, Jr.  

There are no prior visiting hours. Her memorial service will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.  Burial will follow in Grand View Cemetery, Batavia. Memorials may be made to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Rochester, 333 Westmoreland Drive, Rochester, New York 14620. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Leo E. Vainio Jr., 70, of Hendersonville, NC, passed away on Friday, October 20, 2017.

He was born on January 12, 1947, in Putnam, Conn., to the late Leo E. Vainio Sr., and Viola Vainio (Pottola). In addition to his parents, Leo is predeceased by his son, Michael L. Vainio in 2013.

On April 15, 1972, Leo married his wife, Betsey Vainio (Bell). They moved from Rochester to Byron in 1976 and raised their four children in Byron.

Leo retired from Eastman Kodak after 30 years in 2003. He was a member of Hesperus Lodge No. 837 F&AM in Bergen, NY. Leo and Betsey moved to Hendersonville, NC in 2016. Leo was an avid hunter, fisherman and gardener.

He is survived by his wife; son Patrick Vainio of Ormond Beach, Fla; son Shawn (Annjannette) Vainio of Girdwood, Alaska; daughter Leigh (Erik) Johanson of Asheville, NC; granddaughter Anja Vainio; and grandson Finn Johanson.

Donations may be made to the American Heart Association, the American Lung Association, or the Elizabeth House in Hendersonville, NC, in Leo’s name.

A private memorial was held on Monday, October 23 in Hendersonville, NC.