Obituaries

Batavia- Adelyn Pero, 62, native of Batavia, longtime resident of Florida, passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, in Williamsville while under the care of hospice after a 2 year battle with cancer.

Adelyn was born July 4, 1955 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Charles R. Pero and Marien Pixley Pero. She is also predeceased by her nephew, Michael C. Napoleone, who passed away on December 30, 2006.

Adelyn was a member of the Class of 1973 at Notre Dame High School. She was employed most recently for the City of West Palm Beach and for many years prior at Florida Power and Light. She served on the Board of Directors for the Michael Napoleone Memorial Foundation for a number of years. "Addie" was a big fan of the Buffalo Bills, The New York Yankees and the University of Notre Dame.

Adelyn's home in Florida was a "home away from home" for many friends and family over the years. She will be remembered for her fun-loving spirit, her ability to make others laugh, and her love for music, singing and dancing. She loved her nieces and nephews like they were her own children and their friends even referred to her as "Aunt Ad".

She is survived by her brothers Charles (Linda) Pero, III of Buffalo and David (Trish) Pero of Batavia; her sister, Laurie (Mark) Napoleone of Lockport; loving nieces and nephews, Michael (Beth) Pero of Victor, Amy Southcott of Greece, Nicholas Pero of Boston, Massachusetts, Kelly Zuzze' of Buffalo, David (Heather) Pero of Brockport, Gina Pero of Las Vegas, Nevada, Jeff Pero of Batavia, Ashley (Michael) McGowan of Clarence,  Mark (Maria) Napoleone of Lockport and Christen Napoleone of Lockport, along with several great-nieces and great-nephews. She also leaves behind many close friends in Florida.

Friends may call on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia. Addie’s Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 9 a.m. at Ascension Parish, 15 Sumner Street, Batavia.  She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Michael Napoleone Memorial Foundation, P.O. Box 267, Batavia, New York 14021.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

  Patricia A. Sewert, 86, of Stafford passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Wednesday September 13, 2017. She was born on February 1, 1931 in Buffalo to the late Martin and Irma (Tubbs) Riffe.  Patricia is predeceased by her husband Elmer A. Sewert, a Batavia High School teacher who passed in 1982; siblings James Riffe,  Mary Dodge and Winifred Springer.

Patricia retired from the New York State for the Blind in 1995, where she known as Audio Pat. Besides being a loving wife and mother, Pat was a member of several organizations. She bowled in a ladies league and organized their lunches, was a member of the Stafford Red hat Ladies and helped Friends of the Richmond Memorial Library with the monthly book sales. One of her most favorite hobbies was looking at pictures from by the clouds.

She is survived by her children; Peter (Ann) Sewert of Stafford, twin daughters Susan and Cynthia Sewert both of Batavia; granddaughter Carrie (Mark Hanna) Sewert and great grandson Jaxon Hanna along with several loving nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call from 4:00-7:00PM on Saturday September 16, 2017 at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 2:00PM Funeral Service will be held on Sunday September 17, 2017 at Morganville United Church of Christ 8466 Morganville Rd, Stafford, NY 14143. She will be laid to rest in Evergreen Hill Cemetery in Corfu.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Morganville United Church of Christ at the address listed above. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to sign 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.

Mrs. Theresa "TEE" George, 89, of North Java passed away on Wednesday September 13, 2017 at her home. She was born on June 3, 1928, in North Java, NY to her parents, Leo and Catherine Gebel.  Theresa married Roy C. George, Jr. October 11, 1946. She was preceded in death by her husband Roy in May 1985; great-grandson Clayton in March 2013; her daughter Kimberly Ann in April 2017; sister Evelyn Brunner. 

Tee and Roy were business partners. They owned the North Java Inn [1948-50], a dairy farm [1953-57], and an ice cream parlor [1960-63]. She earned a real estate license in 1971 and helped to develop Roy-L-Tee Acres subdivision.  They built and ran Family Mart Grocery Store from 1974 to 1979. Theresa purchased the North Java Inn again in 1989, and remodeled the establishment. Tee loved gardening and landscaping.  Many wedding pictures were captured on her property using her beautiful gardens as a backdrop.  Tee loved to laugh and enjoyed life to its fullest.  She was always giving of herself and defending those whom she thought were the underdogs in life. She was strong in her faith and a compassionate supporter of many Catholic seminaries and monasteries. She was also an avid bridge player.

Theresa is survived by her children; Joseph of Tanzania, Africa, Stephen (Marie) of North Java, Nancy(Jack) Allen of Williamsville, Timothy (Maryfaith) of Massey, Maryland, Tracy (Tammy) of North Java and son-in-law Andy Klein of Fort Wayne, IN. She is survived by grandchildren Troy, Todd, Tina, Chad; Darnell, Jonathan, Brandon; Shannon, Nichole, Jennifer, Adam; Ryan, Larissa, Faith, Emily, Timmy, Lydia; Justin, Zachary, Noel, Taylor; Trey, Jordan, Tyler, Jacob and 25 great-grandchildren; sisters Mary Elizabeth Perry, Ann Marie Dimick, Clarine (Ray) Meisner, and brother John (Sharon) Gebel.

Visitation will take place on Saturday September 16, 2017 from 12:00-4:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. Prayers will take place at the Funeral Home immediately following visitation. Tee’s burial will take place in St. Nicholas Cemetery, North Java.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to The Charlotte House PO Box 123 North Java, NY 14113 or the North Java Fire Department 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.

Oakfield - Richard Anthony Rodon, of Oakfield, a self-employed engineer, passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at The New York State Veteran's Home, in Batavia.

Mr. Rodon was born in Batavia, a son of the late Martin and Mary Macougski Rodon.

A member of St. Padre Pio Parish in Elba and the American Legion Post No. 332 in Batavia, he was a graduate of Batavia High School and the University of Buffalo with a Bachelor of Science Degree in physics. Until his retirement, he worked as a contract engineer specializing in government contracts. He traveled extensively for both work and pleasure.

He is survived by his wife, Florence Ann Panek Rodon; his brother, Anthony (Barbara) Rodon of Florida; his sister, Barbara (Joe) DeFazio of Batavia; his sister-in-law, Dorothy Allen of Elba and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

There are no prior visiting hours. His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 11 a.m. at St. Padre Pio Parish - Elba Site, 65 South Main Street, Elba.  He will be laid to rest in St. Cecilia’s Cemetery, Oakfield. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Elba Fire Department, P.O. Box 58, Elba, New York 14058 or the Oakfield Fire Department, P.O. Box 184, Oakfield, New York 14125.   To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.burdettandsanford.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Avenue, Oakfield.

 

 

LeRoy ~ James G. Calmes Sr., age 89, of E. Bethany-LeRoy Road, passed away unexpectedly at home on Thursday (Sept. 7, 2017).

    

He was born December 24, 1927 in Warsaw, a son of the late Arthur and Gladys Niles Calmes.

     Jim was a very proud veteran of the U.S. Army and an equally proud member of the first undefeated varsity football team at LeRoy High School.  He was a long time, diehard fan of the Oakland Raiders and an avid golfer and hunter.  He was also an active member and officer with the Jaycees.

     He is survived by his children, Mark (Lori) Calmes of Pavilion, Beth Hawn (Mike Urckfitz) of Churchville, Jamie Calmes Jr. of LeRoy, Sharon Wickson (Joe Miceli) of LeRoy, Tracey (David) Perry of Hilton, Gary Kiefer Jr. (Christel Gayhart) of LeRoy and Sherry (Daniel) Constantino of Churchville; 13 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, along with several nieces, nephews and close friends.  He was predeceased by his wife, Marjorie Calmes and seven siblings.

     Family and friends may call on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 2 ~ 3 P.M. at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road, LeRoy, where a Celebration of Life Service will be held at 3:00 P.M.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to either the National Parkinson Foundation or LeRoy Ambulance Service.

     Your memories and condolences may be shared with Mr. Calmes' family at www.falconefuneralhome.com.  

JOSEPH M. FURST, JR. ~ Batavia

Age 57, died unexpectedly Thursday. September 7, 2017, at his home. He was born April 20, 1960, in Batavia, NY to the late Joseph M. Furst, Sr. and Pricilla (Bona) O'Neil of Batavia. 

Joe was a 1978 graduate of Batavia High School, studied Engineering Science at GCC and graduated in 1988 from the Institute of Audio Research. At an early age Joe had an interest in music and from there was his lifelong passion, his greatest joy was playing the guitar along with writing and teaching music. He had a love of animals, attending concerts with his sister, Lisa and no matter the time or place, was always available for a "Jam." 

Surviving along with his mother is his beloved sisters, Eva (Peter) Reynolds of Attica and Lisa (Tim) Johnson of Batavia; nieces and nephews, Kristina(Andrew), Elle, Ashley & Nicholas along with many close friends and local musicians. 

The Furst family will be present from 4-8pm on Thursday, September 14, 2017, at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where funeral services will take place 11 a.m., Friday, September 15. He will be laid to in St. Joseph's Cemetery and memorials in his memory can be made to his family. 

Please share your memories of Joe with his family at http://www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information please call Michael at (585)343-7500. 

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

 

Marjory Tyler Rounds, of Ravenna, Ohio, passed from this life surrounded by caring family on Saturday September 2, 2017 in Cleveland at age 56 following a struggle with complications due to cancer.

She was a daughter of the late Marion “Toby” Tyler and the late Burnice D. Tyler, of South Byron, NY, where Marjory spent her childhood.

A musical prodigy, she took early preparatory music classes at the Eastman School of Music, graduated from Byron-Bergen Central School and later the Boston University School of Music. She taught music in the Cortland, NY, school system and later served as adjunct faculty at Kent State University School of Music in Kent, Ohio.

She also performed professionally with her husband as the duo “Tyler Rounds,” singing and playing a variety of percussion instruments including her favorite, Trinidadian steel drums.

Mrs. Rounds was predeceased by her husband, percussion virtuoso Theodore P. (Ted) Rounds, also of Ravenna. Survivors include: two sisters, Lenora (John) Sands of Stafford, NY, and Carol Fox of Chagrin Falls, Ohio; a brother, Charles (Jeanne Hablanian) Tyler of Sherborn, Mass.; three nieces, Jennifer (Dan) VanValkenburg of Bergen, NY, Rebecca (Ted) Stone of Hingham, Mass., and Melissa (Aaron Gee-Clough) Fox of Bethesda, MD; a nephew, Matthew (Celeste Ng) Fox of Cambridge, Mass.; a sister-in-law, Rebecca (Mark) Fegan of Bellevue, Neb.; a brother-in-law, Joseph (Sarah) Rounds of Pittsburgh, Pa.;  several grand-nieces and grand-nephews, numerous cousins, and hundreds of friends, colleagues, and students.

Memorial arrangements by the family will be announced at a future time.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Kent State University Foundation Inc., noting the Ted and Tyler Rounds Memorial Scholarship, and mailed to: Kent State University, College of the Arts, Attn: Pam Hutson, P.O. Box 5190, Kent, Ohio 44242

STEPHEN V. RYNKOWSKI ~ Batavia

Left this world unexpectedly on Saturday September 2, 2017 at home at the age of 60. He was born December 22, 1956 in Warsaw, NY a son of the late Alfred and Jacquelyn (VanSickle) Rynkowski. 

Steve was a 1975 graduate of Keshequa High School in Nunda and upon graduation served his country honorably in the United States Air Force. He was retired from New York State Correctional Services/Wyoming Correctional. He enjoyed working around his home, gardening and listening to music, he had a well known admiration of Elvis especially when he would sing a tune. Steve had a soft spot for his cat, Elsie but his joy in life, his pride was his son, Ryan who currently serves in the US Air Force.           

Surviving is his son, Ryan Rynkowski who resides in North Carolina; brothers, Timothy Rynkowski of Batavia, Randy Rynkowski of Tennessee, Ron-Scott Biondolillo of Oakland, NY, Gary Rynkowski of Batavia and sister, Cathe Rynkowski serving in the military in Colorado along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. 

The Rynkowski family will be present from 5-7pm on Friday September 8, 2017 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATON CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where a reception will follow at the Dibble Family Center. He will be laid to rest in the future veterans cemetery in Pembroke. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to Special Operations Wounded Warriors (SOWW) 820 67th Ave. North #7508 Myrtle Beach, SC 29572. 

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

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

 

John Lake Greenman, an outdoors man who loved being on and in the water and was a husband and father extraordinaire left this Earth for his final destination on August 29, 2017 at the Jupiter Medical Center Pavilion Hospice following a short illness.

His family includes his wife, Jennifer (Podelicki) Greenman and their children, Jackson Lake Greenman (age 10), Teaghan Reilly Greenman (age 8) and Bowen Lake Greenman (age 6) of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.

Mr. Greenman’s family also includes his mother Liz (Fritz) Rowsick of Bergen and the late Clinton R. Greenman. He was the brother and uncle of Ron (Dawn) Greenman of Ellicott City, Maryland and their children, Brandon Hart, Brittany Jones, Colin Marshall, Cooper Greenman and Jack Greenman all of Maryland; Dave (Pat) VanValkenburg of Saugerites, New York and their daughters, Erica and Jordan, Donna (Garth) Howard of Caledonia and their sons, Adam and Nathan; Dan (Jenn) VanValkenburg of Bergen and their daughters, Dana and Ella and the late Matthew Greenman and his children, Jacob, Joshua and Moriah Greenman of Brockport. He was also the stepbrother of the late Mark Rowsick.

John was a 1988 graduate of Byron Bergen Central School and attended both SUNY Morrisville and Genesee Community College. He was a Construction Executive in Florida. In his brief lifetime (born April 25, 1970), he lived in both Portugal and Venezuela before settling with his family in Palm Beach Gardens.

A Service of Remembrance was held on August 31, 2017 at St. Patrick Church, Prosperity Farms Road, Palm Beach Gardens. Memorials may be directed to Horizon Health Services, 314 Ellicott St., Batavia, NY 14020 in his name to help others to recognize and take ownership of their addictions.

While he lived in Bergen, Mr. Greenman brought Mike Fleming and Mike Downs into our family. Since his move to Florida, John Lesh and his children Jack and Malory have become "family" to us.

John was probably one of the only Floridians to faithfully support both the Buffalo Bills and the Toronto Blue Jays win or lose.

John Greenman walked to the beat of his own drummer.

He is in our hearts forever.

Alice M. Taggart, 93, of Salamanca, formally of Alexander passed away peacefully on Monday September 4, 2017 at Absolute Care of Salamanca. She was born on June 1, 1924 in Ohio to the late Charles and Clella (Alcorn) Swift. In addition to her parents, Alice is predeceased by her husband; John Taggart; 3 daughters Catherine, Donna and Charlotte Stalker; brother William “Bill” Swift.

Alice worked for many years as a Registered Nurse at the VA Medical Center in Batavia prior to her retirement. She was a long time member and very active in the Trinity Methodist Church in Attica. She loved the outdoors, flowers and gardening and enjoyed traveling with family and friends. Alice remained very active helping other people and volunteering her time until she was in her 80’s.

She is survived by her children; Allen (Joanie) Stalker of Dale, Keith Stalker of Attica, Gerald Stalker of Alexander, George Stiles Jr. of Alexander, Betty (Dennis) Drew of Webster, Leona Stalker of Attica, Janice (Barney) Lee of Salamanca and Linda Weber of IN.; along with several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends that will miss her dearly.

There will be no prior calling hours. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the activities fund at the NYS Veterans Home @ Batavia 220 Richmond Ave. Batavia, NY 14020. 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.

 

Oakfield - Kenneth C. Motts, 90, of Oakfield, passed away peacefully on Saturday (September 2, 2017) at the New York State Veteran's Home in Batavia.

Ken was born December 24, 1926 in Silver Springs, a son of the late Louis and Edith (Gill) Motts and raised by his grandmother Katherine Gill in Wyoming, NY, who was the inspiration and champion for his musical talents.

Ken served honorably in the United States Army, stationed in Germany, and was a proud graduate of Wyoming Central School, Houghton College and Breadloaf School of English in Middlebury, VT.

Ken taught English at Letchworth Central, Endwell Central and finished his 35-year career at Oakfield-Alabama Central School, where he was known as a fashion icon and shared his passion for literature and the arts with generations of admiring students.  He was a member of Saint Padre Pio Parish in Oakfield.

To know Ken, was to love Ken.  His intellect, sharp wit and command of the English language combined with his sense of humor endeared Ken to most.  He shared his musical talents generously by playing the organ for hundreds of religious services, weddings, funerals and various community events.  He was a Hospice volunteer, supported the local library and performed with the Batavia Players, The Genesee Symphony and The Barbershop Chorus.  After moving to The Manor House in 2011, at the age of 84, Ken performed a piano concert every Saturday night for friends and residents.   

Survivors include his sister-in-law, Thelma Dumbleton of Canandaigua; cousin, dear friend and loyal caretaker, Janet (late John) Paine of Batavia; cousin, Lawrence Alexander of Ft. Erie, Ontario; adoring and dedicated cousin, Linda Paine Hughes of Batavia; two loving goddaughters, Sandra Fenton Baubie and Abigail English Neely; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a multitude of friends.

Ken is predeceased by his beloved wife Jeane B. Motts, brother, Louis Motts Jr., sister-in-law, Lois Motts and his treasured feline children Maude, Flossie, George and Barnaby.

Ken’s family would like to thank the caring staff of The Manor House, LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home and the New York State Veteran’s Home for the compassionate and respectful care provided Ken during his final days.

There are no prior calling hours.  Ken’s Memorial Mass will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday at Saint Padre Pio Parish, St. Cecilia's Site, 56 Maple Avenue, Oakfield.  Private burial with full military honors will be in Elmwood Cemetery, Silver Springs.

Memorials may be made to the New York State Veteran's Home, attention Activities Fund, 220 Richmond Ave., Batavia, NY 14020.

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

Arrangements were completed by the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield,(585) 948-5325. 

Elba - Mrs. Debra C. Higgins, age 64, longtime resident of Oakfield, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2017 at her home in Elba.

Mrs. Higgins was born August 17, 1953 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Robert "Dutch" and Corrine Campbell Falker.

She was a lifetime member of Alabama Methodist Church.  She had been in fire service since 1976 and was a Past President of the Alabama Fire Department and first woman President of a volunteer fire department in New York State.  She was an active firefighter and EMT in Alabama and was a social member of the Elba Fire Department and Oakfield Fire Department where she served as the Financial Secretary. 

The top fundraiser in Genesee County for the past three years for the Walk to End Alzheimer's, she was an avid bowler and ran the Junior Bowling League in Oakfield. She enjoyed traveling and loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Her husband, E. LeRoy Higgins, passed away on November 11, 2016.

She is survived by her children, Jonathan (Jen) Higgins of Waterport, Trisha (Steven) Werth of Elba and Chad (Julie) Higgins of Batavia; eight grandchildren, Miah and Mason Werth, Rori and Shayla Higgins, Eric and Ethan DiLaura and Ava and Jenna Higgins; two sisters, Kay Ciurzynski of Alabama and Victoria Falker of Oakfield; her brothers-in-law, Charlie (Diane) Higgins of Florida and Al (Bev) Higgins of Oakfield; along with several nieces and nephews.

She was the sister of the late Douglas Falker and sister-in-law of the late Ronald Higgins.  

Friends may call on Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Avenue, Oakfield, where members of the fire service community will meet at 7 p.m. for services. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Oakfield United Methodist Church, 2 South Main Street, Oakfield.  She will be laid to rest in Cary Cemetery.

To honor Debbie, please consider memorials for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s at the Alzheimer's Association, WNY Chapter, 2805 Wehrle Drive, Suite 6, Williamsville, New York 14221-7380. In the memo, please specify to Debbie’s Dream Team.

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

Anna Susan (Zimmer) Zauner, 99, of Batavia passed away peacefully at home on Sunday September 3, 2017 while surrounded by her family. She was born on March 4, 1918 in Buffalo, NY. She is preceded in death by her husband Joseph of 67 years; brother Frank, sisters Julie, Barbara, and Wilma.

She is survived by her children; Raymond (Theresa) Zauner of Corfu and Susan Murphy of Batavia; 7 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.  

There will be no prior calling hours or Funeral Service.

For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to sign 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.

Cowlesville – Mrs. Nancy J. Settle, 80, of Cowlesville, passed away on Friday, September 1, 2017 at Sisters of Charity Hospital, St. Joseph's Campus, in Cheektowaga while under hospice care.

Mrs. Settle was born June 22, 1937 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Clifford Davis, Sr. and Pearl Grant Davis.

A member of Wales Center Community Baptist Church, she was a former member of Calvary Baptist Church and a member of the former Rebekah Lodge in Cowlesville. Nancy's family was the focal point of her life as she enjoyed spending with them; especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved sitting on her front porch with her husband watching the birds and deer on their property. Nancy loved watching sunsets and all the beauty that living in the country provided. She babysat many of the neighborhood children as well as her own grandchildren.

A woman of deep faith, she prayed daily and was grateful to God for everyday of life she was given. She loved listening to Elvis Presley music, especially during the Christmas season and would proclaim that Christmas didn't "officially" begin until she heard Blue Christmas. Nancy enjoyed decorating her home for every holiday throughout the year. She enjoyed word search puzzles and visiting with friends.

She is survived by her husband, Ronald W.  Settle, Sr., whom she married September 21, 1956; her children, Ronald W. Settle, Jr. of Cowlesville and Lori (Charles, Jr.) Pautler of Corfu; her grandchildren, Jenae (Jason) Wescott of Attica and Joshua (Marian) Pautler of Caledonia; her great-grandchildren,  Lauryn and Dean Wescott of Attica;  two sisters, Gussie (late Gerald) Taylor of Pennsylvania and Charlotte (late John) Wilson of Florida; her sister-in-law, Ginger Davis of Cowlesville and several nieces and nephews.

She is predeceased by her siblings, Welcome (Effie) Davis, Harry (Velma) Davis, Alvin Davis, Clifford (Phyllis) Davis, Jr., Gladys (Sam) Lloyd, Agnes (Peter) Lanzendorfer, Betty (Donald) Forman and her twin sister, Rosie Davis and Garnet Davis

Friends may call on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, 3515 Galloway Road, Batavia, where services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday. She will be laid to rest in Cowlesville Cemetery. Memorials in Nancy’s name may be made to Wales Center Community Baptist Church, 12150 Big Tree Road, East Aurora, New York 14052,  Calvary Baptist Church, 3515 Galloway Road, Batavia, New York 14020 or Cowlesville Fire Company, 351 Clinton Street, Cowlesville, New York 14037.  Please leave a condolence or share a story at www.burdettandsanford.com.

Arrangements for Nancy have been entrusted to the Burdett & Sanford Funeral  Home, 11 Maple Avenue, Oakfield.