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Providence M. DiMartino

By T.J. Woodward

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Providence M. DiMartino, 89 of Batavia, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday January 29, 2017 at her son’s home. She was born July 6, 1927 in Batavia, to the late Phillip (Lucia Maggio) Gullo. Mrs. DiMartino is preceded in death by her beloved husband Anthony “Britt” DiMartino, daughter Linda Anne Engelhardt, brother Vincent “James” Gullo.

Mrs. DiMartino worked for the Telephone Company, Doehler Jarvis, Election Board, Veterans Administration and the U.S. Census Bureau before staying home to raise her children. She loved sewing, knitting and was known as the family historian. Mrs. DiMartino was a lifelong member of the former St. Anthony’s Church and Ascension Parish. Family was everything to her, she made sure that her children and grandchildren were spoiled. She was beloved by all that she knew.  

She is survived by her sons Phillip (Susan), Frank (Maria) both of Batavia; Anthony (Helen) DiMartino of Oswego; brother Gaetano “Tom” Gullo of Batavia; 9 grandchildren Matthew DiMartino, Lindsey (Jonathon) Marlowe, Jason, Ryan, Taylor, Hannah, Brandon DiMartino, Ricky and Mary Noel Engelhardt; 2 great-grandchildren Gavin and Dylan DiMartino, along with several nieces and nephews.  

Friends are invited to call on Wednesday February 1, 2017 from 4 to 7 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday February 2, 2017 at Ascension Parish 19 Sumner St. Batavia, New York 14020. She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Crossroads House 11 Liberty St. Batavia, NY 14020. For More information please call (585) 343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020.

 

 

 

Phyllis J. Johnson

By T.J. Woodward

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Phyllis J. Johnson, 66 of Alexander, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2017 at United Memorial Medical Center. She was born July 14, 1950 in Batavia, to Kenneth (Mary Griffith) Weber of Wyoming, NY.

Mrs. Johnson worked as a Home Health Aide. She enjoyed going to watch Elvis Impersonator Terry Buchwald, going for walks, yard sales and loved trips to Lake Ontario.

She is survived by her beloved husband Robert L. Johnson of Alexander; daughter Christine Johnson of Wellsville; step children Robert (Geanie) Johnson, Katherine (Jacob) both of Malone, NY; siblings Carol (William) Bradley of Pavilion; Charles Weber of Wyoming, NY; Joanne Cox of Batavia; 4 grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. Service’s will be held at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family. For More information please call (585) 343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020.

Donald R. Munson

By T.J. Woodward

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Donald R. Munson, 88, of Dansville passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 26, 2017. He was born on December 25, 1928 and raised in Hayts Corners, NY to the late Lynn and Marjorie (Craft) Munson.

After graduating from Ovid Central School in 1946 he served in the Army's 25th Infantry Division Band in Japan until early 1948 when he was honorably discharged. Don married Elsie Green on April 24, 1948.  He attended Sampson College and enrolled in Ithaca College where he graduated in 1953 with a B.S. in Commercial Sciences. He began his career in education at Hammond Central School District as a high school business teacher.  To further his goals in education he attended St. Lawrence University while in Hammond.  Don and Elsie and their two daughters moved to Red Creek in 1955 where he taught business and eventually becoming the Elementary Principal and High School Principal later on.  While in Red Creek he attended Syracuse University and Oswego State.  In 1964 he and his family moved to Dansville, NY to become the high school principal for the next twenty years until he retired in 1984.  While here he attended Brockport State. Going to college as he did while working in the schools earned him his permanent certification for Elementary Principal, Secondary Principal extended to Supervisor at the Secondary level and a Superintendent's certificate.  During his time as high school principal in Dansville he was member of the Middle States Association Evaluation Team of which he was very proud and was the chairman of the team for six of those years.  He was also Director of Adult Education for eighteen years. While education was his chosen profession Don was also active in the late Kiwanis Club, Dansville Service Organization and was chairman of the American Red Cross Chapter #1 for several years.  He was a member of the Dansville Presbyterian Church and served at various times as an elder, trustee, deacon and other church committees. Upon retirement Don decided to continue working but at several jobs such as at St. John Fisher College in Admissions, as an instructor at Bryant and Stratton College, drove bus for LATTS for five years, was a salesman for Dansville Chrysler -Plymouth  and worked at Rogers & Tenbrook for seventeen years. At the age of 79 he retired for good. In his later years Don and Elsie enjoyed traveling to Branson, MO and to Hoover Dam.  But most of all he and Elsie enjoyed staying home in Dansville and spending time with their family and cherished friends.  He took much pleasure in going out to dinner with friends, watching the balloons float over the house during the Dansville Festival of Balloons and  meeting with a couple of the "guys" each morning for a cup of coffee. Don Munson touched many lives both as an educator and as a member of the community. In 2002, he was named Senior Citizen of the Year for the Town of North Dansville.  He was a hard worker who enjoyed life with those around him.  He will be missed.

Mr. Munson is preceded in death by his wife Elsie (Green) Munson in 2014; his parents Lynn and Marjorie(Craft) Munson; his brother Paul Munson.  He is survived by his daughters Donna (James) Szymanski and Marcia (Peter) LaForce; 4 grandchildren: Douglas (Angela) Szymanski; Jeffrey (Penny Gascoyne) Szymanski.; Megan (TJ) Woodward; Andrew LaForce; great-grandchildren Samantha Dey; Nathanael Szymanski; Kate and Cole Woodward ; sister-in-law Joan (Royce) Green along with several nieces and nephews and  many wonderful friends.

Family and friends are invited to call on Monday January 30, 2017 from 4:00-7:00PM at Chamberlin–Baird Funeral Home 73 Main St., Dansville, NY 14437. An 11:00AM Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday January 31st at the Dansville Presbyterian Church 3 School St. at Central Park Dansville, NY 14437. He will be laid to rest in Greenmount Cemetery, Dansville.

Memorial contributions may be made to the church or to Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, 3 Murray Hill, Mt. Morris, NY 14510.  For more information please call 585-343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.comArrangements completed by Chamberlin-Baird Funeral Home, 73 Main St., Dansville, NY 14437.

Katherine M. Ballanti

By Joshua Smith

LeRoy - Katherine M. Ballanti, 53, of Le Roy Manor, passed away peacefully onTuesday January 24, 2017. She succumbed to lung cancer at 7:20 A.M. in Strong Memorial Hospital. Thank you to everyone that respectfully attended to her needs.

Kathy was born in Manhattan, NY in 1963 to her proud parents, Leota Hnatkiw Ballanti and Dominic Ballanti. Kathy was predeceased by her parents.

She is survived by her half-sister Judith (and Daniel) Tamburrino of Auburn, NY, her half-brother Theodore (and Norma) Cappetti of Tampa, FL, and her half-sister Marie Hnatkiw, formerly of Rochester, NY. Other relatives and friends include her favorite cousin Howard Swedosh of Rochester, NY, her loyal, longtime friend June Johnson of Rochester, NY, her dear friend Sandy Metsinger of Le Roy Manor, Le Roy, NY, and her most treasured companion Clayton Smith of Le Roy Manor, Le Roy, NY. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

We would like to recognize the kind and caring staff and residents of Le Roy Manor.  Kathy thought of everyone there as members of her extended family.  Katherine Hnatkiw, the well-known opera singer of Rochester, NY, was Kathy’s grandmother. In an attempt to follow in her namesake’s footsteps, it was Kathy’s dream to be a famous singer in New York City. Although that desire did not reach fruition, Kathy’s musical voice, infectious smile, and warm heart will remain forever with those that knew and loved her.

There will be a graveside memorial service for Katherine Ballanti on Monday January 30, 2017 at 11 A.M. in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Rochester, NY. She will be buried in tier/lot 336 alongside her maternal grandparents.

Arrangements were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 E. Main Street, Batavia.  Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.  

Mary D. Neubert

By T.J. Woodward

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Mrs. Mary Neubert, of Batavia, died peacefully on Friday, January 27, 2017 at the age of 86 after an extended illness. She was born on August 8, 1930 to the late Nicholas and Teresa (Tiberio) D’Aurizio.

She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Alex A. Neubert; her son Alex Neubert (Jay L. Sackett) of Rochester; her brothers Frank (Jenny) D’Aurizio, Nicholas (Robin) D’Aurizio and Anthony (Connie) D’Aurizio along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends.

Mary graduated from Batavia High School in 1947 and was employed for 24 years by Lown’s Insurance Agency, then worked for 12 years at the Flint-Farrell Insurance Agency. She was a charter member of the New York State Federation of Enterprising and Professional Women. Mary was a member of Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph’s Church) in Batavia. She loved her family and friends dearly and will be remembered for her caring ways. She always kept her fond memories of growing up in the “good old days” of Batavia close to her heart.

Relatives and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, January 31, 2017 from 4:00-8:00PM 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 Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph’s) 303 East Main St. in Batavia. Interment will take place in the Father Bernard Kelly Mausoleum in Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Notre Dame High School 73 Union St. Batavia, NY 14020 or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital https://www.stjude.org/  501 St Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020.

Miss Bonita L. Hall

By Joshua Smith

Batavia – Miss Bonita L. “Bonnie” Hall, age 60, of Batavia, entered into rest at the Genesee County Nursing Home, where she had been a longtime resident.

Bonnie was born July 30, 1956 in Warsaw, a daughter of the late Charles and Gladys Tillinghast Hall.

She is survived by her siblings, Larry (late Nancy) Hall of Batavia and Betty (Bill) Wilder of Oakfield; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

She is the sister of the late Jane Hall Lennon.

Bonnie loved life and was an inspiration to all those that knew her. Prior to her years of being a resident at the Genesee County Nursing Home where she received excellent care and made several friends, she attended the ARC and BOCES for years; where she loved her job. Bonnie enjoyed dancing, music, doing puzzles, her many stuffed animals and was an avid bowler.  She received numerous trophies for her accomplishments for bowling. She was an active participant in the Special Olympics, where she received several medals. She will be sadly missed and will forever be a bright light in our hearts.

There are no prior visiting hours. Bonnie’s funeral will be held on Saturday at 1 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia. She will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery, Attica. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Special Olympics New York, Attn: Donations, 504 Balltown Road, Schenectady, New York 12304.  To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

David C. Fee

By Joshua Smith

Batavia - David C. Fee, 59, of Batavia, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at Strong Memorial Hospital.

Mr. Fee was born October 26, 1957 in Batavia, a son of Patricia Scott Fee of Batavia and the late John H. Fee.

A member of Resurrection Parish, David was a loyal fan of the Dallas Cowboys who loved to laugh and have a good time. A 1976 graduate of Notre Dame High School, David retired from Eastman Kodak in Rochester as a manufacturing group leader.

Surviving along with his mother are his children, Zachary J. Fee and Cassandra R. Fee, both of Rochester; the mother of his children, Pamela Fee of Rochester; two brothers: Michael (Delores) Fee of Greece and Gregory Fee of Mesa, Arizona; two sisters: Kathy Smith of Huntington Beach, California and Colleen (William) Wassink of Batavia; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and his beloved dog, Tessa.

Friends may call on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia. His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at Resurrection Parish - St. Joseph's Church, 303 East Main Street, Batavia.  He will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Strong Memorial Hospital Liver Transplant Fund, 300 East River Road, P.O. Box 270032, Rochester, New York 14627. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in David’s memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

RICHARD BIEGASIEWICZ

By Michael Tomaszewski

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RICHARD BIEGASIEWICZ

Age 87, of Batavia, died peacefully Tuesday January 24, 2017 at his home under the care of Hospice and his loving family. He was born April 23, 1929 in Batavia, NY a son of the late Adam and Sophia (Fluder) Biegasiewicz also preceded in death by his wife, Claudette "Mickey" (Martino) Biegasiewicz in 2011 and siblings, Frank (late Grace) Biegas, Eleanor (late George) Sliker, Walter Biegas, Veronica (late Robert) George, Rita (late Joseph) Barton and Patricia (late Bruno) Scopano. 

Mr. Biegasiewicz was a member of the National Guard and worked at the former C.L. Carr Co. and many years at Delco Products. Richard was a "hard working" man, always busy doing something, had a great love for his family and enjoyed shopping with his beloved Mickey. 

Surviving are his children, Richard R. (Gail) Biegasiewicz of Batavia, Gary (Tina) of Tonawanda, Rodney (Jerry) of FL and Nicki of Batavia; sister, Virginia (Angelo Aleo) Piendel of Rochester; sisters-in-law, Rose Sharp of Batavia, Shirley Biegas of FL; former daughter-in-law, Kim Biegasiewicz; 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews. 

Richard's family will be present from 3-7p.m. Sunday January 29 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020, where prayers will be recited Monday 9:30a.m. followed by a 10:00a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Resurrections Parish (St. Joseph's Site), he will be laid to rest alongside his wife in St. Joseph's Cemetery and memorials in his memory are suggested to HomeCare & Hospice, Inc. 27 Liberty Street Batavia. 

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

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

CORNELIA M. GAZDA

By Michael Tomaszewski

CORNELIA M. GAZDA

Age 80, of Cheektowaga formerly of Corfu, died Monday January 23, 2017 at Elderwood Skilled Nursing @ Cheektowaga. She was born September 13, 1936 in Buffalo, NY daughter of the late Francis and Belle (Graczyk) Krygier also preceded in death by her husband, Bernard J. Gazda in 2014; son, Brian J. Gazda; brothers, James (late Fran) Krygier and infant Francis Krygier. 

Mrs. Gazda worked for many years alongside her husband and sons at York International and was member of St. Maximillian Parish in Corfu. She was former president and member of the Darien Seniors Group, enjoyed baking, loved to travel and raise her dogs. She will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother who always put her family first. 

Surviving are her devoted children, Bernard F. (Laura) Gazda of Corfu, Karen (John) Kattato of Lima and Pamela McDivitt of Reston, VA; brother, Thomas (Joan) Krygier of CA; sister, Camille (Michael) Maciejewski of Hamburg; brother-in-law, Ted Gazda and sister-in-law, Alice Castiglione both of Cheektowaga; 6 grandchildren, Kelly (Anthony) Borrello, Michael Mustillo, Amanda, Allison & Connor Kattato, Evan McDivitt along with many nieces and nephews. 

The Gazda family will be present from 4-8p.m. Thursday January 26, 2017, at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Rd. Batavia, where prayers will be recited 10a.m. Friday Jan. 27 followed by a 11a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Maximillian Kolbe Parish (Corfu Site). She will be entombed in the Morningstar Mausoleum at St. Adalbert's Cemetery in Lancaster and memorials in her memory can be made to Volunteers for Animals/Genesee County Animal Shelter 3841 West Main Street Rd. Batavia, NY. 

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

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

Marian K. Merton

By Ronald Konieczny

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Marian K. Merton, 102 of Nanuet, NY and formerly of Batavia, passed away on Sunday (January 22, 2017) at the home of her daughter in Nanuet.

She was born November 29, 1914 in Auburn, New York to the late Edward and Jessie Kell.
 
Mrs. Merton worked over 30 years in food services in the Batavia Public Schools.   She was active in the 4-H and still participates in a dairy calf loan for young farmers.  Mrs. Merton will be most remembered for her sense of humor, love of her family and her baked goods.

She was the wife of the late Melvin J. Merton and mother of the late William J. Merton.  She was also the sister of the late Ramona Beals, Robert Kell, William Kell, Richard Kell and Edward Kell. 

Survivors include her loving daughters, Marjorie Campbell (William) of Nanuet, New York and Maryann McNaughton (Randall) of Sevierville, Tennessee.  She is also survived by her sister Frances Carson of Lancaster, New York, 7 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Saturday (January 28th) from 10am-12pm at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, NY, where a funeral service will commence at the conclusion of visitation at 12pm.

The family ask that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Meals on Wheels Rockland, 121 W Nyack Rd, Nanuet, NY 10954 and United Hospice of Rockland 11 Stokum Ln, New City, NY 10956.

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 14200. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR.

 

 

Richard D. “Tubby” Weber

By T.J. Woodward

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Richard D. “Tubby” Weber, 55 of Batavia, passed away Saturday, January 21, 2017 peacefully at his home. He was born April 29, 1961 in Batavia, to the late Duane (Beverly Bump) Weber. He is preceded in death by a son Nicholas R. Weber, siblings Patricia Sanders, John Weber, Michael Weber, Kenny Alwart and a brother-in-law Carl “Jiggs” Shetler.

Mr. Weber worked in construction and roofing for most of his life. He was attending services at St. James Episcopal Church in Batavia. Tubby beat cancer twice, he was always smiling and he loved his family dearly.  

He is survived by his daughters Ryan (Keith) Weber Besaw of Batavia; Nicole (Chris) Dunham of Attica; siblings Toni Weber of Batavia; Elaine Shetler of Alabama, NY; Duane Weber of Bowling Green, KY; Raymond Smart of Pembroke; grandchildren Jacob, Memphis, Samson; along with many nieces and nephews.  

Friends are invited to call on Saturday January 28, 2017 from 11AM to 1PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020. A 1:00 PM Celebration of Life will immediately follow at the Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest in Cary Cemetery, Oakfield.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Wilmot Cancer Institute 601 Elmwood Ave. Rochester, NY 14642. For More information please call (585) 343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020.

Adolf "Al" Brandl

By Ronald Konieczny

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Adolf "Al" Brandl, 74 of Clarence and formerly of Akron, passed away peacefully on Sunday (January 22, 2017) at Buffalo General Hospital.

He was born July 19, 1942 in Keibel, Germany, a son of the late Rudolf and Erna Ambrosius Brandl.

Mr. Brandl came to America in 1952 and became a U.S. citizen in 1962. He served his country with the U.S. Army from 1963-1966. He was known to many as the “Best Meat Cutter” who ever worked at Super Duper and Tops Markets, having owned his own Super Duper Store in the Buffalo. Al also played saxophone for the famous Brandl Brothers German Band, entertaining many at various parties and German Festivals.

He is survived by his loving wife of almost 50 years, Linda Zintl Brandl. Children, Lisa Ammon, Tony (Carol) Brandl, Kim (Mike) Holland and Karen (Bob Lang) Hawes. Grandchildren, Kari Ammon, Anthony, Cassandra, Cydney and Alex Brandl, Jack and Cooper Holland, Austin and Bryce Hawes. Brothers, Franz Brandl, Sigmund Brandl and John (Sandra) Brandl. Brother in-law, John (Carole) Zintl. Sisters in-law, Marlene Zintl and Frieda Brandl. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his brother, Jerry Brandl; sisters in-law, Annette Brandl and Emma Brandl.

There will be no prior visitation. Family and friends are cordially invited to his Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday (January 26th), 11:00am at Our Lady of Peace R.C. Church, 10950 Main St., Clarence NY. He will be laid to rest in Clarence Fillmore Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his name to a charity of the donor’s choice. Expressions of condolence may be shared with the family at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

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

 

Betty (Krueger) Lander

By Joshua Smith

Batavia - Betty (Krueger) Lander, 89, of Batavia, died Thursday (January 19, 2017) at the United Memorial Medical Center.

Betty was born July 2, 1927 in Elba, a daughter of the late John and Huldah (Bratt) Krueger.

Betty was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Batavia and its 20-30 Club.  Betty was a fan of country music, a microfilm technician for the Douglas Aircraft in Santa Monica, California and she frequently visited England.  She attended Elba High School and was a 1947 graduate of Santa Monica High School. 

Survivors include one son, James (Sarah) Lander of England; three grandchildren, Jamie Hughes, George Lander and Victoria Lander, two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews including Kathy (Larry) Belluscio of Byron.

Betty is the wife of the late Harmon Lander, mother of the late John Lander and sister of the late John Krueger, Virginia Temple and Bertha Oliphant.  

Calling hours are Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main St., Batavia.  Services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday at the First Presbyterian Church, 300 East Main Street, Batavia.  A reception will be held in the fellowship hall of the church immediately after Betty’s funeral. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery, Batavia.  Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, 300 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020.

Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Betty’s memory at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Brayden Robert Salvaterra

By LaVern Falcone

Elba ~ Brayden Robert Salvaterra, age 5, passed away unexpectedly into the arms of the angels on Monday morning, January 23, 2017.

    

He was born February 3, 2011 in Buffalo, a son of Michael Salvaterra and Bridget Towers.

     Brayden, will be remembered as a tough, but very loving person, who enjoyed playing hockey, baseball and riding his 4-wheeler.  He was a proud kindergartner at Elba Central School and had a passion and love for being outdoors and being able to help build things, but his biggest love was for his family and his rescue kitty, Luca.

     He will be forever missed by Mom and Dad, Bridget and Michael; maternal grandparents, Ron and Joyce Towers; maternal great-grandmother, Shirley Towers; paternal grandmother, Carm O'Geen; aunts and uncles, Darren (Laura) Towers, Brooke (Nate) Lindquist, Dustin Towers, Katie Salvaterra (Gary Stymus), Lisa Gautieri and Rebecca Salvaterra (Mike Mattern), along with several loving cousins and dear friends.  He was predeceased by his paternal grandfather, Robert Salvaterra.

     Brayden's family will be present to receive friends on Friday from 4 ~ 8 P.M. at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy.  His Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday at 11:00 A.M. at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter's Church, 44 Lake Street, LeRoy.  Interment will be private.

     The courtesy of no flowers is requested, with memorials suggested to Brayden's family to assist them in establishing a memorial fund in Brayden's name that will be utilized in the Elba Community.

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

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

Marilyn J. Koch

By T.J. Woodward

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Marilyn J. Koch, 77, of Batavia passed away peacefully on Monday January 23, 2017 at the United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. She was born on January 1, 1940 in Cook County, KY to the late James and Myrle (Boothe) Hoover. In addition to her parents, Marilyn is predeceased by her husband Emmett W. Koch; daughter Pamela Eckert; siblings Roger and Pearl.

She loved her kids more than anything in the world, always putting them first. Marilyn was a strong willed woman who will be cherished by her family.

Marilyn is survived by her sons; Michael Fitzgerald, Kenneth Koch, and Daniel (Danielle) Koch, step son Hal Koch and daughter in law Susan Koch; brother Larry; sister Sharon and sister in law Grace; grandchildren Danielle (Christopher) Dwyer, Heather Krebs, Daniel Koch, Briana and Brittany Fitzgerald; great grandchildren Emma Dwyer, Carter Krebs, Cameron and Zoe Bradley along with many nieces and nephews and her faithful dog Susie aka Wiggles.

Friends are invited to call on Friday January 27, 2017 from 5:00-7:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020 where a 7:00PM Celebration of Life will immediately follow at the Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest with her daughter Pam in Grandview Cemetery in Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Diabetes Association http://www.diabetes.org/ 2451 Crystal Drive, Suite 900 Arlington, VA 22202. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020.

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