Obituaries

John N. 'Jack' Bradbury, age 82 of Le Roy, NY., passed away peacefully early Sunday morning (August 20, 2017) at Strong Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Jack was born June 2, 1935 to R. Ellsworth Bradbury and Mildred Vader Bradbury. He is survived by his wife, Lana Longhini Bradbury. Their devoted marriage of 36 years was a testament of their commitment to one another and the loving journey they shared.

     He was a graduate of Le Roy High School, class of 1953 and Cornell University 1957 where he earned a BS in Agricultural Economics.

     Upon graduation, Jack was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force. During his 22 years in the USAF, specializing in air traffic control, he served in several leadership positions, including Squadron Commander in Naples, Italy assigned to the NATO Southern Region. He was stationed in: Mississippi, Maine, Morrocco, New Hampshire, Vietnam, Virginia, California, Italy, Nebraska and retired September 1978 as a Lieutenant Colonel.

     Following a stellar career in the military, Jack and Lana moved to Montreal, Canada, where he served 12 years with the United Nations/International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). He was Chief, Rules of the Air, Air Traffic Services and Search and Rescue (ROCSAR). He promoted safety of international aviation. Jack was actively engaged as a Special Consultant of the 1990 USSR breakup. In October 1991 he retired and returned to the Old Stone House in Le Roy, NY., becoming active in his home town.

     He was a Board Trustee of the Le Roy Historical Society, becoming Vice President. Jack was instrumental in helping commission the Jell-O Museum; Founder and Chairman of the Oatka Creek Watershed Committee; Chairman of the Village Creek Stabilization Committee; Trustee Machpelah Cemetery Association; Le Roy American Legion member; life long member of the First Presbyterian Church, serving on various sessions and committees and enjoyed being President of the Le Roy Seniors Golf League.

     He will be remembered for his passion and love of family, faith and service to his country.

     Mr. Bradbury is survived by his three children: daughter Christine Diane (Harry) Cornelius, grandson, Cameron of Arlington, VA.; son Timothy Noel Bradbury, granddaughter, Savannah Nicole, grandson, Stone Michael of Bellows Falls, VT.; and daughter Linda Ann Bradbury of Harpursville, NY. Two sisters: Nancy B. Aiken of DeWitt, IA., and Bonnie B. (Michael) Murphy of Remsen, NY. Deceased brother and sister; L. E. 'Brad' Bradbury and sister Sonja D. (Ted) Brownell.

     He is also survived by nieces and nephews: Mark (Denise) Brownell, Matthew (Laurisa McAllister) Brownell, Melessa (Shawn) Witkowski, Molly (Jerry) Condello, Steve Aiken, Drs. Bonnie (Bobby) Grigsby, John (Luz Carmona) Franklin, Jim (Sarah) Franklin, LisaNoelle (Mawethu) Ncaca. He is also survived by many great and great great nieces and nephews.

No calling hours. A private family gathering. Interment will be at Machpelah Cemetery, Le Roy, NY.

     In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, 7 Clay Street LeRoy, NY. 14482; Le Roy Historical Society, 23 East Main St., Le Roy, NY. 14482 or the Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 193, 29 North Main Street, Warsaw, NY 14569. Jack would be grateful.

     To share a memory or leave a condolence please visit: www.falconefuneralhome.com

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

In addition to her parents, Paris is survived by her grandfather; Raymond Doward of Batavia; grandmothers Vera Williams of Batavia, Stephanie Rodgers of Buffalo, Carolyn Claudio of Batavia; great grandmothers Dollie Williams of Batavia and Mamie Jordan of Buffalo; siblings Anyia Doward of Batavia, Jaedyn Birdsong of Batavia and London Doward of Batavia, Devon Rodgers Jr., Dameer Rodgers, Derion Rodgers, Davante Rodgers, Davion Rodgers, Jaevante Rodgers and Brianna Rodgers all of Buffalo along with a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.

There will be no prior calling hours. Family and friends are invited to attend an 11:00AM Funeral Service at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020 on Monday August 21, 2017. She will be laid to rest in Elmwood Cemetery in Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. 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.

Bergen - Lorraine K. Alexander, 65, of Bergen, passed away Tuesday, (August 15, 2017) at her home, in Bergen.

Mrs. Alexander was born November 23, 1951 in Massapequa, a daughter of the late Robert and June (Schardt) Trimble.

Lori was a member of the Bergen Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, and enjoyed tending to her flower garden and spoiling her grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband, Daniel J. Alexander, whom she married August 2, 1980; a daughter,  Kathryn (Greg) Swain of Caledonia, grandchildren, Braelyn and Brielle Swain; brothers, Michael (Jeanie) Trimble of FL, and Patrick (late Virginia) Trimble of Long Island; a sister, Leslie (John) Lewis of Long Island; brothers-in-law, Bill (Rachel) Alexander of Lakeville, Larry (Jean) Alexander of North Chili, John (Peg) Alexander of Churchville, Steve (Michelle) Alexander of Alabama; a sister-in-law, Dot Alexander of Chili.  Several nieces and nephews also survive.

She was the mother of the late Daniel M. Alexander who died on May 10, 2017 and sister-in-law of the late Jay Alexander.

Friends may call on Saturday from 1 to 3 pm at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 51 South Lake Street, Bergen, where Lori’s Funeral Service will follow calling hours at 3:00.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Warrior House, 10314 Johnson Road, Middleport, NY 14105.

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

LeRoy/Bergen ~ Mr. William B. Scott, Jr., age 82, passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2017 of lymphoma at Crossroads Hospice Care Home in Batavia.  He was born May 15, 1935, the only son of William B. Scott, Sr. and Maralee Stedman Scott.

     He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Joan Cleveland Scott of LeRoy/Bergen, sons William B. Scott III and Matthew B. Scott of Batavia, NY; and David W. Scott of Fairport, NY; daughter Suzanne Scott of Chicago, IL; and grandchildren Nathan J. Scott and Julia R. Scott of Fairport, NY; and Brandon Scott of Darien Center, NY.  Mr. Scott is also survived by extended family across the greater Rochester and Watertown/Sackets Harbor areas.

     Bill “Scotty” Scott grew up in Forestport, NY; started his family in Utica, NY where all four children were born; and, settled finally in LeRoy, NY.  He held a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Clarkson University, and served in the ROTC and US Army Reserve Signal Corps.  During his career, he worked with General Electric, Sylvania GTE, Transmation, and ultimately retired from Eastman Kodak.

     Husband, Dad, Grampa, Uncle, and In-Law - he will be sadly missed by both his family and friends.

     Services will be private at the convenience of the family.  Memorials and Donations in remembrance of William B. Scott, Jr. can be made directly to Crossroads House, who for 17 years has compassionately aided and supported a vast number of families during the end-of-life transition.

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

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

Lockport - Ethan Gabriel Dabill of Lockport died Sunday, August 13, 2017 at his home just 6 months and 27 days after his birth.

Mr. Dabill was born January 17, 2017 in Niagara Falls, NY, the son of Scott and Imelda (Caliz) Dabill of Lockport. 

Survivors include his sister, Janelle Dabill of Lockport; his paternal grandfather, Kevin (Laura) Dabill of Ransomville; his paternal grandmother, Nadine Myers of Nebraska; his maternal grandmother, Antonia Caliz of the Philippines; paternal great-grandfather, Joseph (Carol) Dabill of Barker and paternal great-grandmother, Dorothy (late Edward) Boyer of Ransomville.

Friends may call on Saturday from 9:30 to 10:30 am at Calvary Baptist Church, in Batavia where services will follow at 11 am Saturday at the church. Calvary Baptist Church is located at 3515 Galloway Road, (east of Lewiston Road) in the Town of Batavia, In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Calvary Baptist Church, 3515 Galloway Road, Batavia, NY 14020.  Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Batavia.  Arrangements were entrusted to Burdett and Sanford Funeral Home of Oakfield.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.burdettandsanford.com.

Mrs. Vivian grew up in Buffalo and West Seneca, graduating from West Seneca West High School. In 1968, she married Allan Vivian. While Mrs. Vivian raised her family, she pursued her higher education attending GCC, SUNY Brockport and SUNY Geneseo. Mrs. Vivian touched numerous lives throughout her working career in the human services and education fields. Mrs. Vivian worked at the New York State School for the Blind, Broadway Acres of DePaul, Livingston-Wyoming ARC Children's Services and Batavia City Schools. Mrs. Vivian really enjoyed the students that she worked with, especially those who received their education at the administration building on Washington Avenue. Travelling and being in the outdoors gave Mrs. Vivian many years of enjoyment as she was very active in the scouts and enjoyed to visit new places. Mrs. Vivian joyfully shared her adventures on her various trips and cruises with lovely photographs. From an early age, Mrs. Vivian enjoyed a variety of projects beginning with painting. Many will remember her quilts, handmade cards, embroidery, scrapbooks and photography. All who visited her home received a fragrant welcome while looking at her gardens.

Mrs. Vivian is survived by her husband; Allan Vivian; her three children Steven (Lauri) Vivian, Lesa (Todd) VanSon and Kari (Terrance) Stevens. She will also be missed by her beloved grandchildren and great-granddaughter; Carter and Taryn Vivian, Dean (Michelle) VanSon and their daughter Emily and Jessi VanSon, Kayla, Amanda and Spencer Stevens. Mrs. Vivian is also survived by her brothers and sisters; Robert (Jean) Hall, Kathleen Weronski, Jaqueline Pawarski, Timothy Hall and Mikel Hall.

There will be no prior calling hours. An 11:00AM Memorial Service will be held on Friday August 25, 2017 at the Attica Masonic Lodge at 39 Main Street, Attica, NY 14011.

Flowers are gratefully declined. Any donations can be made to Literacy Volunteers of Genesee County, 301 North Street, 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.

Batavia - Irene J. Penepent, 81, resident of Premier Genesee Rehabilitation and Nursing Center passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2017, surrounded by her family. 

Mother to Wende Ferguson, Edward (Theresa) Penepent and Alice (Kevin) Zito; Grandmother to Brian, Kelly, Sarah, Samantha, Justin and Jordan; Great Grandmother to Donovan. Brothers Paul, Tom, and Russ (Mary Lou); Sisters Rita and Nancy; Brothers-in-Law Peter Poodry and Donald Flaig. Many nieces and nephews also survive. Preceded in death by her parents Frederick and Elizabeth Wlekinski Oberlander; Sister Patricia Gioia; Brothers, Charles, Arnold and James; Sisters-in-Laws Donna, Sandra and Sharon; Brother-in-Law Joseph Gioia. 

Family and friends may call at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, 4-6 E. Main St., Corfu, on Monday from 5 to 8 p.m.. Funeral Mass at St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church, 8656 Church St., East Pembroke, NY on Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. Interment will be in Hillside Cemetery, East Pembroke at the convenience of the family.

Kay grew up in the Bethany area and graduated from Alexander High School.

She is survived by her loving husband of 49 years David H. Leslie of Alexander; sisters-in-law Joan (Vernie) Palzer of TX., Kathy Fisher of Batavia; brother-in-law Dean Harris of Batavia along with many nieces and nephews.

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

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made the Alexander Fire Dept. PO Box 336 Alexander NY, 14005. 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.

Bonnie will be remembered as a good hearted person who always tried to help others. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and family members as well as attending church. She will be sadly missed by all she touched.

She is survived by her children; Amanda Gillett and Brittany Wright both of Batavia, Nicole Wright of SC., Robert Wright of Elmira; sisters Sherry (Robert) Welker, Deborah (Gary) Pahura both of LeRoy, Beth Stanton of SC., Carol Meisner of Lancaster; brother Harold Laney of VA; several grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many extended friends she called family.

Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday August 15, 2017 from 1:00-2:00PM at the Assembly of God Church 24 N. Spruce St. Batavia, NY 14020 where a 2:00PM Funeral Service will be held immediately following the visitation.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. 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.

He was born October 13, 1971 in Fredonia, a son of Norma Kretschmer and the late Richard Kretschmer. 

He was a master mechanic with a heart of gold who loved to hunt. 

Surviving along with his mother are his wife, Barbara Kretschmer; daughter, Mary (TJ) Kennelly; Son, Matthew (Amy) Brooks; grandchildren, Alana and Christopher Kennelly; brothers, Rick (Julie), Shaun, Mark (Millia) Kretschmer.  Many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins, and his scatterbrain crew also survive.

There will be no prior visitation.  Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. 

Arrangements were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Batavia. 

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

Don was a graduate of Pavilion Central High School. He was a self employed farmer and retired as a heavy equipment operator for Retsof Salt Mine. He was an active member of the Covington United Methodist Church in Covington where he was a member of the board and was one of the first 20 members of the Geneseo War Museum in Geneseo. He was the former sexton of Mt. Ash Cemetery in Covington. He was a pilot who enjoyed flying his Cessna plane and once flew the famous “Memphis Belle” and loved his pet the late “Tinker”.

He is survived by five daughters: Sandra M. (Richard) Konarski of Rochester, Debra R. “Debby” (Fred) VanScott of Rochester, Melinda F.”Mindie ” DeLaVergne of Leicester, Laurel L. “Laurie” (Michael) Hamler Sr. of Leicester and Donna Jo (Glenn) White of Mt. Morris, a brother: Richard (Margaret) DeLaVergne of W. VA., 13 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may call from 5:00-7:00PM on Friday, August 11, 2017 at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main St. in Perry. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, August 13th at 1:00pm at the Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest in Mt. Ash Cemetery in Covington, NY.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Covington United Methodist Church P.O. Box 81 Pavilion, New York 14525. 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

James served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War. He married Patricia Cunningham on November 12, 1949; they were married for 62 years before she passed away. James moved to Attica in 1967 where he bought a dairy farm and eventually transitioned it into a veal farm before retiring from farming in 2000. James was a very hard worker on the farm. He didn’t talk on the phone much until he got involved with Experience Works where he would find work for retired people who were in financial hardship. If he was helping someone try to find work, his family said it was very hard to get him off the phone because be wanted to help everyone who needed it.

He is survived by his sons; Michael (Darlynne) Weber of Attica, James (Diane) Weber of Attica, Bradley (Amy) Weber of Castile; a daughter Eileen Weber of NH; 11 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. Interment will be held privately for the family at Pleasant View Cemetery in Orangeville.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to 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.

Age 98, died peacefully Wednesday August 9, 2017 at The Villages of Orleans Health and Rehabilitation Center in Albion. She was born October 24, 1918 in Livonia, NY to the late Patsy and Lucy (Burgio) Vigneri, also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph F. Argento, Sr.; son, James C. Argento; grandson, James J. Argento; siblings, Alfonso "Al" (late Josephine) Vigneri, Chuck (late Pauline) Augello, Frank (late Irene) Vigneri, Philip Vigneri, Rose (late Carl) Mattioli, Carmen (late Sam) Palermo, infant sister, Josephine. 

Mrs. Argento was a longtime member of St. Padre Pio Parish and not only enjoyed culinary treats, but was a wonderful cook. She loved the casino's and her many trips with her son, Joe to Las Vegas. Pauline lived a long, fruitful life with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren along with having a soft spot for Cooper & Stella, her four legged friends. 

Surviving is her beloved son, Joseph F. (Diane) Argento, Jr. of Batavia; her daughter-in-law, Marylou Argento of E. Amherst; brother, Patsy (late Marie) Vigneri of Elba; sisters, Rosalie (late Arthur) Pastore of Batavia, Josephine (Anthony) Deni of Batavia, Caroline Vigneri of Elba, Mary Jane (Nick) Pilla of Ogden; grandchildren, Marisa (David) Jasinski, Nicholas Argento, Kristine (Todd) McDonald & Michael Argento; 6 great-grandchildren former daughter-in-law, Patricia Argento of Elba; sister-in-law, Alice Vigneri of Batavia; sister-in-law, Mary (Joseph) Speranza of Las Vegas, brother-in-law, John Argento of CA; special niece; Joanne Lowe of Las Vegas; along with many nieces and nephews. 

A special thank-you to, Shirley Lacey, Pauline's home health care aid for the kind, caring, and compassionate ways. 

The Argento family will be present from 4-8pm on Sunday August 13, 2017 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where prayers will be recited 9:15am followed by a 10am Mass of Christian Burial St. Padre Pio Parish (Elba Site). She will be laid to in St. Joseph's Cemetery following mass. 

If so desired, donations in Pauline's memory may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Please share your memories of Pauline with her family at http://www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information please call Michael at (585)343-7500. 

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