Obituaries

Wilbur Wayne Brackett, 103, of Akron passed away peacefully, on May 8, 2017. He was born on November 26, 1913 in Akron to the late Wayne and Ruth (Ashbury) Brackett.
Wilbur was a 1932 graduate of Akron Central High School. He is predeceased by his beloved wife of 74 years, Gladys Meiser. Wilbur worked as a carpenter for Erie County. He loved  working with wood and became well known as an expert cabinet-maker. He especially loved camping and fishing.

His children, Philip "Joe" Brackett of Batavia and Donna (Ronald) Hatcher of Akron survive him. Nine grandchildren, Twenty-one great -grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild also survive him. A daughter, Lois Weibel and daughter-in-law, Doris Brackett predeceases Wilbur.

Funeral Services will be private. The family would appreciate donations in Wilbur’s name to Brothers of Mercy Nursing and Rehab Center, 10570 Bergtold Rd., Clarence, NY 14031. Arrangements were made by Ross Funeral Home of Akron, LLC. To share memeories and condolences with Wilbur's family, please visit rossakron.com

 

  Roslyn Kehl Nonnengard, 89, of Batavia, a loving and devoted mother of 5 died on May 7, 2017 at her daughter’s home with her family present. She was born on June 29, 1927 in Sheldon to the late Levi and Agnes (George) Kehl. In addition to her parents, Roslyn is predeceased by her husband of 67 years; Blain Nonnengard whom she married on Sept. 18, 1948 and resided in with their children in Alexander, Avon and Batavia; She was the sister of the late Peter “Bud” Kehl, Francis Kehl, and sister in law of the late Robert Reisdorf, Audrey Kehl, Charles and Margaret Rich.

Roslyn was a devoted member of Resurrection Parish and active in many parish organizations at St. Mary’s Church. For many years she was the primary caretaker of the alter, sacristy and vestments at St. Mary’s. She served on the parish council, the Liturgy Committee, Alter Society, Bereavement Committee, Sodality, Catholic Daughters and was a frequent Lector and Eucharistic Minister. She received the St. Joseph Worker Award from the Diocese of Buffalo in 2008 for her efforts. Roslyn enjoyed volunteering to help others and did this for many years as a Meals on Wheels volunteer, worked at the Senior Center to help others understand their health insurance. Her work career included working at the Beikirk Ford Dealership in Avon while her children were young and after moving to Batavia she worked for Braukman Controls which would later become Honeywell. Roslyn will be remembered for her terrific cooking, her strong faith and her love of the New York Yankees.

She is survived by her children; Bonnie (Gary) Kullman of Albany, Nancy (Ronald) Bouchard of Perry, Jane (late Robert) Burnup of Victor, Jo Louise (Todd) Wilkes of Batavia and James Nonnengard of AL.; sisters Betty Reisdorf and Dorothy Irvin; she was blessed with 12 grandchildren and six great grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call on Sunday May 14, 2014 from 2:00-5:00PM 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 Monday the 15^th at Resurrection Parish (St. Mary’s) 18 Ellicott St. Batavia, NY 14020. She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Crossroads House http://crossroadshouse.com/ PO Box 403 Batavia, NY 14021. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to sign the online guest registry please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, NY 14020

 

Anna Louise (Duncan) Thomas of Batavia went to be with the Lord on May 8, 2017 after a lengthy illness, surrounded by her loving family. Anna was the daughter of the late Hugh W. and Betsey Yeager Duncan. Anna was preceded in death by her late husband William F. Thomas, sisters; Pearline Lucas, Cecelia Duncan and brother Murphy Duncan, and one granddaughter Stacey A. Johnson.

Anna was born in Rochester, NY and later moved to Batavia. She married William F. Thomas and out of that union they had 10 beautiful children. When Anna was a young girl she loved playing the piano and singing. Anna was very witty, she loved her children, and was always there for her family. Anna loved to laugh, and she loved to babysit her grandchildren. Anna was proud that she had given all of her children middle names that began with the letter A. One of her favorite things to say was” love you more”. Her house was always open to everyone and she loved to cook for you when you came to visit.

She is survived by sisters; Beulah Duncan Coleman, Phyllis Duncan Griffin of Rochester; (10) children; Patricia Johnson (The late Sylvester Johnson), Rick (Mary Jo) Thomas, Kirk Thomas, Rand Thomas, Bart (Carmen) Thomas, Tim Thomas, Vicki (Jeff) Shelnut of Alexander, Peggy (David) Vasciannie, Bill Thomas and Greg Thomas ,all of Batavia. 20 grandchildren: Rick, Nick, Kirk, Shareen, William, Bart Jr., Shamarr, Adam, Tim, Brittney, Brandon, Justin, Jason, Aaron, Troy, Casey, Brandon, Alexis, Ashley, and Amber; and (18) great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, cousins and family friends.

Anna will be missed by all but mostly by her children who will, as she always said, “love you more.”

Friends are invited to call on Friday May 12, 2017 from 4 to 8 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. An 11:00 AM Celebration of Anna’s Life will take place on Saturday May 13, 2017 at First Presbyterian Church 300 East Main Batavia, NY 14020. She will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery, Batavia.

Memorials may be made to Orleans Community Health Foundation, 200 Ohio St. Medina, NY 14103 or to Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center 2652 Ridgeway Ave. Rochester, NY 14626. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to sign the online guest registry please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, NY 14020.

 

Muriel Ruth “Merle” Willard, 92, of Darien Center passed away peacefully at home on Friday May 5, 2017 under the care of hospice and her loving family. She was born in Attica on October 22, 1924 to the late Arthur and Delia (Seufert) Suess. Mrs. Willard is predeceased by her husband Donald E. Willard; brothers Richard, Robert, Irving, Norman and Arthur Suess; sisters Janet Riley and Marylou Edwards.

“Merle” was a homemaker all of her life, along with being secretary and bookkeeper for her husband’s farm supply business.  She was also employed with the New York State Police and with an insurance agency for a number of years. Merle loved canning and crocheting and also was a seamstress for her whole family.  She enjoyed jigsaw puzzles and during her later days, looked forward to doing the crossword puzzle from the Batavia Daily News every day.  She is remembered by her warm smile, fun-loving spirit and great love of nature. She was an active member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, and former member of Attica Legion Auxiliary, Darien Fire Department Auxiliary and Farm Bureau.

She is survived by her children; Lana (Jerald) Schlagenhauf of Darien Center, Mary Edmonds of FL., Donald A. Willard of Attica, Dale (Paul) Haller of SC., Laurie Mairose of Darien Center; sisters Ardyth VanValkenburg, Lorraine Kirkpatrick and Natalie Slocum; 10 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.

There will be no prior calling hours. An 11:00AM Memorial Service will be held on Friday May 12, 2017 at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ 11 Washington St. Attica, NY 14011. She will be laid to rest in Darien Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Darien Rescue Squad PO Box 135 Darien Center, NY 14040 or St. Paul’s United Church of Christ at the address listed above. 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.

 

 

 

 Sandra L. Oberlander, 72 of East Pembroke, passed away on Friday May 5, 2017 peacefully at her home. She was born May 25, 1945 in Attica to the late Laverne (Dorothy Dean) Hendershott. Sandra is preceded in death by her brothers Duane and Lee Hendershott.

Mrs. Oberlander was a longtime member of St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, Legion of Mary and Eucharistic Minister. She loved shopping, especially garage sales. Sandra was the rock of her family and always there for all of them no matter what. 

She is survived by her beloved husband of 47 years Paul Oberlander of East Pembroke; children Sandra Jean (Randy) Dixon of Colorado; Paul Oberlander Jr. of Salt Lake City, UT; Scott Oberlander of Virginia; sister Sheila (John) Henderson of Tennessee; 8 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to attend calling hours on Friday May 12, 2017 from 2-4 & 7-9 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. A 11:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday May 13, 2017 at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish 8656 Church St. East Pembroke, NY 14056. She will be laid to rest in St. Vincent’s Cemetery, Attica.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to All Babies Cherished 445 Ellicott St. Batavia, NY 14020.  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.

Willis R. Teachen, 92, of Darien Center passed away peacefully on Thursday May 4, 2017. He was born on June 1, 1924 in Bennington to the late Roy and Lena (Schmelzle) Teachen.

Willis was a graduate of Alexander Central School, employed by G.L.F. Coop, Batavia Bus Lines, and became a bus driver for Empire Trailways, retiring in 1986.  He enjoyed wood working, his lawn care, and especially travelling.  He and his wife toured extensively by auto and motor home throughout the United States and Canada, wintering in Florida.  In later years he enjoyed the coffee meetings with friends.  Willis was a life-long member of Salem United Church of Christ and past president of Fairview Cemetery in Bennington.

He is survived by his loving wife of almost 69 years, Shirley (Klossner) Teachen of Darien Center whom he married August 25, 1948; nephews Jerry Griffiths of Attica, Gary (Babe) Griffiths of South Wales, NY., along with great nieces, nephews and many friends of all ages.

In addition to his parents, Willis is predeceased by his sister and brother in law; Thelma and Donald Griffiths; nieces Sharon and Donna Griffiths.

Calling hours are invited to call on Monday May 8, 2017 from 3:00 – 7:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street, Attica, New York 14011.  A 11:00AM Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday May 9^th at the Salem United Church of Christ, 1327 Clinton St Rd.,
Bennington, NY.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Salem United Church of Christ at the address listed above or the Fairview Cemetery 1020 Alleghany Rd. Attica, NY 14011. 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.

Newark/Bath - Carolyn K. Corbett, 66, of Newark, formerly of Bath, passed away Tuesday, (May 2, 2017) at Rochester General Hospital, in Rochester, following a lengthy illness.

Mrs. Corbett was born August 17, 1950 in Geneva, a daughter of Frances “Fran” (Fuller) Kerns of Clifton Springs and the late Oscar Kerns.

Prior to her retirement, Carolyn was a Public Health Nurse with Steuben County Health Department.  She was a longtime supporter and volunteer of the Steuben County Humane Society.  She was a lover of all animals, especially dogs.  Carolyn had a wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed cross-stitching, and spending time with her family.

She is the wife of James C. Corbett, of Newark.  The two were married in Clifton Springs on September 27, 1975.

Surviving along with her husband and mother are two daughters, Jessica (Nicholas) Boise and Mary-Kate Corbett; two sisters, Myrla (Bruce) Elliot and Beverly Kerns; nephews, Robert Elliot, Richard Elliot, Greg (Crystal) Corbett, Geoff (Michelle) Corbett, and Neil Crevling; great-nieces, Skylar, Brooklyn, and Lila Corbett.

Friends may call on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Young Funeral Home, 4025 West Main Street, Williamson, where Carolyn’s Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 am.  Flowers are gratefully declined.  The Corbett family requests that in lieu of memorials, please consider donating food for a dog or cat to your local animal shelter.  Burial will be in Newark Cemetery, Newark.

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

HELEN M. DOODY ~ Batavia

Age 90, died early Tuesday morning May 2, 2017 at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home. She was born November 21, 1926 in Batavia, NY, a daughter of the late, Joseph and Mary (Beltowski) Kristine, also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Roy Doody in 2006 and brothers, Matthew & Joseph Kristine.   

Mrs. Doody was a lifelong member of Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph's) and it's Sodality. Helen was a tireless volunteer with the St. Jerome Hospital Guild, and avid bowler, a participant in YMCA exercise classes, trips to the casino to play the "Penny Slots" and was a known Buffalo Bills and Boston Red Sox fan who enjoyed sitting down to watch a good game. She will be remembered as a sweet, loving woman who was truly devoted to her family. 

Surviving are her loving children, Debbie (Ron) Spiotta of Batavia, Gary (Patricia) Doody of Batavia, Joseph (Margaret) Doody of Pittsford and Daniel (Linda) Doody of Delaware; sister, Mary Jewell of Rochester; grandchildren, Patrick (Julia) Doody, Michael (Renee) Doody, Scott (Heather) Doody, Colleen (Jeff) Doran, Matthew (Jen) Doody, Kristen (Nate) Hopfinger, Bryan (Christina) Doody, Cheryl (Joseph) Biegas, Lauren (Chris) Dorf & Michael (fiancé, Bethany Hess) Spiotta; 17 great-grandchildren; nephews, Tom (Kim) and Tim Jewell all of Rochester along with many friends. 

The Doody family will be present from 4-8pm on Thursday May 4, 2017 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020, where prayers will be recited 10:45am Friday May 5 followed by a 11:15am Mass of Christian Burial at Resurrection Parish (St. Mary's Site). She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph's Cemetery alongside her husband and in lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the St. Jerome Hospital Guild or the Activities Fund at the LeRoy Village Green. 

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

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

 

Tami J. McGill, 56, of Batavia passed away peacefully on Tuesday May 2, 2017 at the United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. She was born on December 29, 1960 in Dansville to William (Cathie) Mattice of Wayland and Beverly Stewart of Dansville.

Tami was loved by so many. She was an energetic and caring person who would help anyone in need. She enjoyed cookouts and family gatherings while spending time with her grandchildren. Tami loved going to the casino and playing bingo. She loved her job cooking for the residents at the nursing home and spending time with them. She will be dearly missed.

In addition to her parents, Tami is survived by her loving husband; Dana McGill of Batavia; children Marissa McGill of Batavia, Shannon McGill of Le Roy, Kelsey McGill of Batavia and Adam McGill of Batavia; siblings Elena Herkimer of Wayland, Terry Stewart of Rochester and Billy Stewart of Wayland; 2 grandchildren Landon and Brennen, along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call on Friday May 5, 2017 from 11:00AM -12:00 noon at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 12:00PM Funeral Service will immediately follow visitation at the Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Rochester 150 French Rd. Rochester, NY 14618 https://ssjrochester.org. 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.

Peter C. Rademacher, 63, of Attica passed away suddenly at his home on Friday April 28, 2017. He was born on September 19, 1953 in Buffalo to the late Francis and Millicent (Van Yserloo) Rademacher. He is also predeceased by his brother Mark Rademacher.  

Peter Charles Rademacher, affectionately known as ‘Big Pete’ was the fourth of ten children and grew up in Wales Center, New York. Throughout his time at Iroquois High School he utilized his athletic prowess on both the wrestling and football teams before graduating in 1972. Post-graduation he decided to serve his country and proudly enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. After three years of honorable service Big Pete chose to separate from the Marine Corps and join his family construction business, Rademacher Brothers Inc. Although he enjoyed working with his family Pete felt a higher call to public service so he became a New York State Corrections Officer, where he would serve for the next 27 years until retiring out of the Attica Correctional Facility where he met some of his very best friends. For Big Pete, the single most important thing in life was family and it always began with Elaine, his wife of nearly 39 years. Duke, as he called her, was the love of his life, his best friend…his everything. Together they had two children, Amanda and Matthew Peter. Big Pete was at his absolute happiest when he was spending time with his grandchildren. By all accounts, he was immeasurably the world’s best Grampy and Pop-Pop. Pete took joy in hitting the open road on his Harley-Davidson, rooting for Buffalo’s Bills and Sabres, watching his daily dose of Fox News, wood-working, listening to classic rock while enjoying his cold beer and playing with Frankie, or his “sweetie” as he called her, his beloved dog.

He is survived by his loving wife; Elaine (Badding) Rademacher of Attica; children Amanda (Shannon) Wood of Crestview, FL., Matthew (Lee) Rademacher of Wyoming; siblings Francis (Cathie) Rademacher of Derby, Glen (Ruth) Rademacher of Omaha, NB., Paul (Mary) Rademacher of Orchard Park, Mary (George) Heltz of N. Java, Nancy (Trevor) Swan of Las Vegas, Jane Rademacher of East Aurora, Lynn Schrimmel of Elma and Karl (Brenda) Rademacher of Wales Center; grandchildren Mackenzie, Madeline, Logan and Wyatt along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday May 3, 2017 from 4:00-8:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A 10:00AM Memorial Service will be held on Thursday May 4^th at the Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest in Evergreen Cemetery in Wales Center.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Attica Fire Dept. 11 Water St. in Attica. 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.

 

Kevin graduated from Notre Dame High School, where he excelled in cross-country and track. He won many league championships and held the two mile record for over forty years. Kevin graduated from Niagara University where he won many races and was All-State runner in 1971 and 1972. Kevin managed stores for F.W. Woolworth Co. in Rochester NY, Erie PA, Pittsburgh PA, Utica NY, Schenectady NY and Albany NY. Kevin then owned and operated a Ben Franklin store in Gloversville NY with his wife Nancy. Kevin was the manager of Big Lots in Troy NY when he was forced to retire early due to this horrible disease. Kevin was an avid Boston Red Sox and Buffalo Bills fan. He enjoyed golfing and fishing at his camp. Kevin was a member of the Holy Trinity Parish in Johnstown NY.

He is survived by his wife Nancy, his brother James Hanley from Rochester NY, his son Gary Call Hanley (Julie) from Nashville TN, his step-son Robert Kraemer (Sarah) from Johnstown and his three wonderful grandchildren Kevin from Nashville, Madelyne and Michael from Johnstown. Kevin is also survived by his favorite Uncle James O'Neill from Flushing NY. Kevin also leaves behind his constant companion, Irish Setter Blarney.

We would like to thank the caring people at the ALS Regional Center in Albany Trish, Liz, Suzie, Kathy and Dr. Miller. A special thanks to Dr. Wymer for all your inspiration. Also a heartfelt thanks to everyone at Mountain Valley Hospice. To our hospice nurse Anna Marie, who 8 months ago you walked into our home and held our hands and touched our hearts. To our home health aide, Laura, thank you for your, compassion and reassurance. Thank you to Kevin's special caretakers and friends, Brenda and Cheryl. A message from Kevin: "This DISEASE DID NOT and COULD NOT take away my faith. This DISEASE DID NOT and COULD NOT touch what was in my heart. See you on the other side. Keep the Faith..."

Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday May 4, 2017 from 12:30-2:30PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 3:00PM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on immediately flowing calling hours at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph’s) 303 East Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. He will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Batavia.  

In lieu of flowers, please donate to Mountain Valley Hospice (108 Steele Ave. Gloversville, NY 12078) or ALS Regional Center (19 Warehouse Row, Albany NY 12205) in memory of Kevin Hanley. 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.

Mary B. Printup “Doesy”, 51 of Batavia, passed away Saturday (April 29, 2017) at Rochester General Hospital.

She was born October 3, 1965 in Batavia, NY, a daughter of Dorothy White Printup of Batavia and the late John Cody Printup.

Mary was a 1983 graduate of Batavia High School and was employed by Hillside Children’s Center in Batavia as a Skill Builder II. She enjoyed learning Native American genealogy and history. She enjoyed attending concerts, especially with her nephews. She also enjoyed cooking and traveling to the casino. Mary had a love for her niece, nephews and all children and enjoyed spending time and participating in activities with them.

Surviving beside her mother are her sisters, Patricia (Gerard) Potrzebowski of Batavia and Jody L. Printup of Batavia. Brother, John C. Printup Jr. of Batavia. Niece, Naomi (Jeff) Hansen. Nephews, Angus Abrams, Brett (Kim) Judd and Aaron Printup. Great-nephew, Drew Hansen.

She was the sister of the late Laurie Printup Judd.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Tuesday (May 2nd) from 3-6pm at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, NY, where her funeral service will commence at the conclusion of visitation at 6pm. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in her memory 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.

 

 

 

Mary A. Dylag, 55 of Alden, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday (April 27, 2017) at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital in Williamsville, NY.

She was born March 31, 1962 in Batavia, NY, a daughter of the late Edwin and Mary Ilecki Dylag.

Mary was a graduate of Pembroke High School and was employed by Aakron Rule Corporation for over 20 years. She had a big heart, especially for her family and was an extremely  hard worker. She enjoyed collecting tea pots and drawing cartoons. Mary was a fun and loving individual who will be missed dearly.

Survivors include her companion, James Cason of Alden. Siblings, David (Marie) Dylag of Corfu, Susan (Joseph Spurchase) Dylag of Florida, Christine (David) Bates of Corfu, Thomas (Kathleen) Dylag of Williamsville, Theresa (Gary) Frier of Depew and Edwin (Lauren) Dylag of Grand Island. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Monday (May 1st) from 4-8pm at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 JOHN ST., AKRON, NY. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, 10:00am at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish (Corfu site), 18 West Main St., Corfu, NY.

Expressions of condolence may be shared with the family at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 JOHN ST., AKRON, NY 14001. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR.

 

 

 

 

Avis E. Merrill of Bethany Center died on Monday, April 24, 2017 leaving behind her 90 year old body to enter into still sweeter communion with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Quoting her sister Eleanor she wrote "I am the lucky one," telling us in our grief to rejoice for her. Avis married Loren F. Merrill on March 4, 1948 and together they raised 5 children. Surviving with her loving husband of 69 years are her children, Glenn & Linda Merrill, Joy & Lance Hattendorf, Ann & Greg Miller all of Bethany Center, Ellen & David Bittner of Macedon, NY, and Jim & Bethany Merrill of Folsom, CA. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Aaron & Rosanne Merrill of Pouses Point, NY, Emily & Tim Craft of Gates, Lori Hattendorf of Greece, Peggy & Greg Johnson of Bethany Center, Stephen & Terry Miller of Warsaw, Terenti Bittner of Perinton, Max & Amy Bittner of Henrietta, Tahlia & Ronald Kirk of Austin, TX, Trevor & Diana Merrill of Sacramento, CA, 13 great-grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren and 9 step-great grandchildren, her brother, Lyle (Carol) Embt of Bethany Center, many nieces, nephews, ‘adopted children of all ages’ who are honored to call her ‘mom,’ and her beloved cat, Diggen. She is preceded in death by her parents, William & Edith (Norton) Embt, and 2 sisters Eleanor Richardson and June Wood. Avis was born 6/1/27 on the Embt family farm in Bethany Center and lived her entire life on the Bethany Center Road. After high school at Alexander Central, she worked locally in several secretarial/clerical positions and attended Rochester Business Institute. She held various positions in her almost 40 years as an employee of Genesee County including the Genesee Co. Nursing Home from 1967-1974 and the Office for the Aging, 1974 to her retirement in 1989. She was a lifelong member of the Bethany Center Baptist Church, served many years as Secretary of the Maple Lawn Cemetery Association, and was a long-time member of the Christian Business Women. Avis’ family invites friends and family to honor her at the Batavia H.E. Turner Funeral Home on Friday, May 5 from 4PM-7PM and at the Bethany Center Baptist Church on Saturday, May 6 at 3PM for a funeral service of thanksgiving to God. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bethany Center Baptist Church or the Maple Lawn Cemetery.