Obituaries

Richard H. “Dick” Klein, 79 of Perry, passed away peacefully at Wyoming County Community Hospital on February 13, 2017. He was born March 15, 1937, in Syracuse, NY, to the late William (Charlotte Holland) Klein. He is preceded in death by brothers William “Bill”, Kenneth, John Klein; sisters Joan and Cathy Klein.

Dick came to Perry as a young man. He purchased a gasoline station that became known as Klein’s Sunoco. Dick provided numerous services and was known as “Mr. Friendly”. He was a past member of the Perry Fire Department, Silver Lake Golf Club, Sportsman’s Club, VFW and Vet’s Club. After he retired he became grounds keeper for our home on Bills Road. He loved to watch all sports, especially NASCAR and the Buffalo Bills. Dick co-managed and sponsored the Villa Klein Softball Team for several years. He enjoyed watching the Perry Yellow Jackets play football and basketball. Dick loved driving on back roads exploring New York and the Amish Country.

He is survived by his wife Linda (Fox) Klein; daughter Judy (Greg) Steeg; sisters Grace (Tony) French, Charlotte (Bob) Lawton; sisters-in-law Rosemary Klein, Marion Klein along with several grandchildren, many loving nieces and nephews.

Friends may call from 2-4pm on Thursday February 16, 2017, at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530, where services will follow at 4pm. He will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Perry.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Perry Sports Booster Club, PO Box 353, Perry, NY 14530. 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.

Donald S. Herdlein, 41, of Batavia passed away Monday February 13, 2017 at the United Memorial Medical Center. He was born on June 4, 1975 in Buffalo to Donald and Elizabeth (Giancarlo) Herdlein of Batavia. Donny is predeceased by his grandparents Salvatore and Teresa Giancarlo.

Donny worked as a technician for PCB Piezotronics, Inc. in Depew. He was 4^th Degree Knights of Columbus member and an avid sports lover. He will forever be remembered as a loving husband, son, brother and uncle.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his loving wife; Patrizia “Mabel” Herdlein of Batavia; sister Alicia (Paul Grazioplene) Herdlein of Batavia and brother Brian (Amy) Herdlein of Batavia; mother in law Maria Lino; grandparents Robert (Patricia) Herdlein of Lancaster,  along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call on Friday February 17, 2017 from 4:00-7:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. An 11:00AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday the 18^th at Ascension Parish 19 Sumner Ave. Batavia, NY 14020.

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.

Batavia - Mrs. Enid B. Baker, 82, of Batavia, passed away on Monday, February 13, 2017,  at her home while under the care of HomeCare & Hospice.

Mrs. Baker was born June 24, 1934 in Ogden, a daughter of the late William and Bertha Hill Brew.

Mrs. Baker was a member of the first graduating class at Byron-Bergen Central School in 1952 and graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Teacher Education. She worked as a school nurse in Brockport and Corfu and retired from the Batavia City School District in 1989 as the coordinator of health services.

A member of the First Presbyterian Church in Batavia, she was a member of American Association of University Women, Delta Kappa Gamma, the New York State Teachers Association and the New England Genealogical Historical Society. She was a volunteer for Rape Crisis for many years.

Her husband, Dean F. Baker, passed away in 2008.

She is survived by her daughter, Sharon (late Dennis) Hyback of Batavia; three granddaughters, Amanda Hyback, Samantha Hyback and Kimberly Hyback, all of Batavia; her brother, Howard (Sandra) Brew of Bergen; two sisters, Cordelia (late Al) Cohill of Buffalo and Laura (late Robert) Baleno of Hilton and  several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

She is the mother of the late Deborah Baker who passed away in 2000 and Jeffrey Baker who passed away in 2008 and sister of the late Ted (late Leslie) Brew.

There are no prior visiting hours. Her memorial service will be held on Wednesday, February 15^th at 11 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 300 East Main Street, Batavia. She will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery. Please make memorials to National Niemann-Pick Disease Foundation, P.O. Box 310, Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, 53538-0310, Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, Elm & Carlton Streets, Buffalo, New York 14263 or to the First Presbyterian Church, 300 East Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.

Byron – Mrs. Margaret G. Foley, 93, of Byron, passed away on Saturday at the Wegman Family Cottages at Park Ridge Living Center, in Rochester.

Mrs. Foley was born October 30, 1923 in Rochester, a daughter of the late Nicholas Giembesta and Mary Pilato Giembesta.

A graduate of Benjamin Franklin High School, Mrs. Foley was a 35-yar employee at Schlegel Manufacturing in Rochester. A longtime member of the former St. Michael's Mission in South Byron, she served as a sacristan and organist of the church for many years. An accomplished songwriter, she wrote over 1000 hymns and had many songs published including the music used for the 165th anniversary for the Town of Byron. She had a deep love of music and was accomplished playing the organ, accordion and piano.

She loved playing cards, especially euchre, playing Bingo, trips to the casino and watching horseracing, especially at Batavia Downs. She enjoyed visits for ice cream at Lickity Splits and watching baseball, especially the New York Yankees.

She was devoted to her family, especially her granddaughters.

The family is very grateful for the wonderful care she received while she resided at The Cottages #300. 

Her husband, Kenneth E.  Foley, passed away in 1987.

She is survived by her daughter, Sharon F. Bidwell of Byron; two granddaughters, Kelly (Nicholas) Picardo of Hilton and her children, Sophia and Trevor Picardo; Katharine (Richard) Gomersall of Royal Palm Beach, Florida and her children, Brennan and Kennedy Gomersall; her sister-in-law, Caroline (Walter) Edwards of Akron; lifelong friends, Michael (Marge) Rimmer of Batavia and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

She is predeceased by her son, Patrick John Foley who passed away in 1991 and her siblings, John Giembesta, Helen DeFrancesco and Carm Morreale.

There are no prior visiting hours. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 10 a.m. at St. Brigid's Church, 18 Gibson Street, Bergen.  The family has asked that those who are attending Margaret's Mass on Saturday to write their favorite memory as her family is preparing a memory book. She will be laid to rest in Byron Cemetery.

Flowers are gratefully declined. Please consider memorials in her name to the South Byron Fire Department, P.O. Box 22, South Byron, New York 14557, Byron Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 326, Byron, New York 14422 or to the donor's favorite animal shelter. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Margaret’s memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 51 South Lake Avenue, Bergen.

 

 

JAYSON W. DERSHAM

Age 33, of Batavia, died Saturday evening February 11, 2017 in Alexander from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. He was born May 1, 1983 in Batavia, NY son of Jay and Darlene (Eastridge) Dersham of Alexander. 

Jayson was employed at Baskin Livestock where he loved his work. He was a selfless young man always doing for others, had a great sense of humor and was known for his work ethic. Jayson's life revolved around his family, he was most happy doing for them and spending time with them. 

Surviving along with his parents, is his wife of 10 years, Kristen (Cole) Dersham of Batavia and their children, Jayson K., Jaycee, Jaylene, Jayden and a "Little Angel" on the way; loving sisters, Billie Jo (Michael) Bunk of Varysburg and Joni (Richard) Smith of Mississippi; brother at heart, Cody Dersham of Alexander; mother-in-law, Marlene Wroten of Batavia; brother-in-law, James Soggs III; sisters-in-law, Marya Cole, Sierra Cole and Rachell Soggs along with many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. 

The Dersham family will be present from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday February 15 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC, where funeral services will take place 11:00 a.m. Thursday February 16. He will be laid to rest in Varysburg Cemetery and memorials in his memory can be made to his family. 

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

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

 

 Mabel Herman Orman, 93, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 12, 2017 at her daughter’s home in Oswego, New York. Mabel was born on October 2, 1923 to Mabel and John Herman of Warsaw, New York. Mabel was predeceased by her husband, Sie, and her son, Terry, along with five brothers and three sisters.

She married Harold (Sie) Orman in 1942 and they resided on a farm on Route 20A in Perry Center. Mabel became a hairdresser, set up shop in her home, and while making women beautiful and happy, established many lifelong friends. Mabel found joy in caring for others; baking cookies for her grandchildren and great grandchildren, sending cards to friends and family for all occasions, and volunteering at her church. She was an active member of the Perry Center First Congregational Church for all the years she lived in Perry and Warsaw and when she moved to Oswego, she became a beloved member of the Faith United Church.

She is survived by one brother, Paul (Esther) Herman, her daughters Jeanne (Michael) Brown and Joanne (Kenyon) Dickens, six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Mabel will live in our memories and hearts forever.

Friends are invited to call on Wednesday, February 15, 2017 from 12:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main St. Perry, NY 14530. A 4:00 P.M. Funeral Service will follow calling hours the First Congregational Church 7205 Perry Center Road, Perry, NY 14530. She will be laid to rest in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Perry Center.  

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Perry Center First Congregational Church, Perry Center Road, Perry, New York 14530; Faith United Church, 12 Mark Fitzgibbons Drive, Oswego, New York 13126; and Friends of Oswego County Hospice, Inc., PO Box 102, Oswego, New York 13126. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to sign the online guest registry please visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530.

Ida “Catherine” M. Colantonio, 89 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Saturday February 11, 2017 at United Memorial Medical Center. She was born June 20, 1927 in Bethany, NY to the late Peter (Ida M. Schiavi) Sinibaldi. Mrs. Colantonio is preceded in death by her beloved husband Joseph A. Colantonio, son James P. Colantonio, siblings Richard and James Sinibaldi, Victoria Piccolo, along with 12 brothers and sisters-in-law.

Mrs. Colantonio was a member of Ascension Parish, the Altar and Rosary Society in years past and used to assist with religious education classes. She enjoyed bingo, going to the casino, crocheting and working the St. Anthony’s Lawn Fete with her husband Joseph.

She is survived by her loving children Joseph A. (Mary) of Batavia; Louis (Debra) Colantonio of FL; Bernadette (Terry) Tiede of IA; Barbara (Roy) Pederson of PA; Peter of Batavia; Nicholas (Marcy) of Stafford; Patrick (Cathy) Colantonio of Batavia; sisters Valerie Falco of Batavia; Mary (Thomas) Adams of E. Bethany; brother-in-law Raymond Colantonio of Batavia; 17 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to attend calling hours on Tuesday February 14, 2017 from 4:00 - 7:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. A 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Wednesday February 15, 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 St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital www.stjude.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.

John C Pierson, 82, passed away on Friday February 10, 2017 at the Absolut Center for Nursing in Gasport. He was born on March 7, 1934 in Varysburg to the late Carl and Helen (Alwart) Pierson. John is also preceded in death by his first wife Mary Pierson; their daughters Kathy and Laurie Pierson and also preceded in death by his second wife Rose Pierson.

John served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War and worked for Westinghouse as a machinist for many years and he also enjoyed hunting and fishing and watching many different sports.  He was a member of the East Shelby Bible Church for many years with Rev. Olsen. The family extends a very special thank you to Rebecca Hoak for all the loving care and attention she has given John during his illness and time of need

He is survived by his sisters; Marge Townsend, Betty Watkins;  a brother Paul Pierson along with their children Peggy Redman ,Thomas Townsend ,Diana Armstead ,Wayne Watkins , Mimi Jackson, and a cousin Barbie Harkness, along with other family members. John is also survived by Rose children Rebecca Hoak, Deborah Patchin; 6 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren.  

There will be no prior calling hours. A 3:00PM Graveside Service with the Military Honors will held on Tuesday February 14, 2017 at the West Middlebury Cemetery in East Bethany, NY across from the West Middlebury Baptist Church 4950 W. Middlebury Rd. E. Bethany 14054.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Genesee County Animal Shelter 3841 West Main Street Rd. Batavia, NY 14020 in John’s memory. 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.

JAMES V. "JIMMY" SOCCIO

Former owner/operator of Ye Olde Willow Bend Inn died peacefully Thursday February 9, 2017 at the New York State Veteran's Home @ Batavia on his 86 birthday. He was born February 9, 1931 in Batavia, NY a son of the late Ralph and Jennie (Bonarigo) Soccio also preceded in death by his wife, Carolla J. "Rollie" (McConnell); siblings, Rocco Soccio and Mary Sputore. 

Jim was a lifelong area resident, served in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict and lived by the motto, "Work Hard, Play Hard". He did work hard, running the Willow Bend for 40 years where many patrons would see him grilling steaks over the indoor char-pit. Jim eventually turned over the operations to his daughter, Maureen who still runs the business with the same spirit her dad always did. 

Surviving is his beloved daughter, Maureen (Rich Cox) Soccio of Batavia and their daughter Adriana Cox or as grandpa called her, "Poopsie"; children, James Soccio, Mary Jo Soccio-Tydingo and Nancy Soccio-Carranza; brother, Joseph Soccio of FL; 10 grandchildren along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

There is no prior visitation, a Celebration of Jimmy's Life will be announced at a future date. Memorials in his memory are suggested to Interlakes Oncology and Hematology, P.C. or a charity of the donor's choice. 

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

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

William G. Ray Jr., 80 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Friday February 10, 2017 at Genesee County Nursing Home. He was born June 1, 1936 in Batavia to the late William G. (Helen Simmons) Ray Sr.. Mr. Ray is preceded in death by two children William G. Ray III, Lisa Ray; sisters Helen Fisher and Esther Langmaid, father-in-law Anthony "Butch" Zito.

Mr. Ray retired after 25 years of service at Eastman Kodak. He was a loving husband, father, poppi and great-grandfather. Bill enjoyed attending his children’s and grandchildren’s events, reading, cross-word puzzles and vehicle restoration. He was an all around handy man and could fix anything. Bill was a 1954 graduate of Batavia High School and went on to serve in the United States Army from January 1954 to January 1957.

He is survived by his loving wife Concetta “Connie” Ray; children Anthony (Chaka) Ray; Jaime (Jason) Pratt all of Batavia; Jackie Dennington, Darlene Ray both of Texas; brother Gordon (Barb) Ray of Batavia; Hermina McCarrick of Florida; mother-in-law Celia Zito of Batavia; brother-in-law Sal Zito of Rochester; sister-in-law Carol (Brian) Wolfley of Alexander; 9 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.  

Friends are invited to attend calling hours on Thursday February 16, 2017 from 3:00 - 7:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. A 7:00 PM Celebration of his life will immediately follow calling hours at the Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Genesee County Animal Shelter 3841 West Main Street Road 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.

George W. Arnold Sr. 82, of Batavia passed away peacefully on Thursday February 9, 2017 after a long courageous 16 year battle with cancer at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. He was born on August 18, 1934 in Brooklyn, NY to the late George M. and Clara (Brightenfield) Arnold.       

Mr. Arnold was a United States Army Veteran. He owned and operated George Arnold Trucking where he drove truck for over 56 years and was a member of the Cornerstone Church in East Pembroke for 51 years. He loved mowing his lawn and dinners with his family on Sundays. George enjoyed being a snowbird for 20 years with his wife Marlene, who were married for 60 years. His family meant everything to him. George was known for being a kind and loving man.

He is survived by his loving wife; Marlene (Base) Arnold of Batavia; children Dawn Wapniewski Gentile of Batavia, Karen (Arthur) Kennett of Elba, George (Janice) Arnold Jr. of Batavia and Diane (Jerry) Quinn of Alexander; siblings Edward (Daryln) Arnold of Corfu, Cathy (Robert) Smart of Corfu, Carol (Edward) Beideck of Akron, Charles (Fran) Arnold of Bennington and Liz Norton of Batavia; 10 grandchildren Nathan, Chad (Renee), Mark, Scott (Danielle), Steve (Katie), Derek, Jordan, Jared, Jaylea and Jeremy; 16 great grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.  

Friends are invited to attend calling hours on Monday February 13, 2017 from 4:00 - 8:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. An 11:00AM Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday February 14, 2017 at the Cornerstone Church 2583 Main Rd. East Pembroke, NY 14036.

Memorials may be made to the Cornerstone Church 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.

 

 

Randal J. Almeter, 49 of Attica, passed Monday on February 6, 2017 at Wyoming County Community Hospital. He was born September 27, 1967 in Warsaw to the late Bernard (Mary Rita Reisdorf) Almeter. Mr. Almeter is preceded in death by his beloved wife Gail (Perl) Almeter.   

Randal worked as a woodworker at Attica Lumber. He was a past member of the North Java Fire Department. He enjoyed woodworking and was an avid outdoorsman.

He is survived by his daughters Anna and Emma Almeter of Lancaster; siblings Martha (Charles) Andres of Springville; Lawrence (Karen) Almeter of Varysburg; Maureen (Bryon) Fisher of Silver Springs; Elaine (Harold Maxon) Lemley of Stafford; Charlene (James) VanAllen of Perry; Denise (Donald) Knavel of West Valley; along with many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.   

Friends are invited to call on Saturday February 11, 2017 from 6 to 8 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family for his daughters education. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main St. Attica, New York 14011.

John E. O’Neil, 86, of Alexander passed away peacefully on Tuesday February 7, 2017 at the Batavia Health Care Center. He was born on January 8, 1931 in Corfu to the late Edward and Ann (Pundt) O’Neil. John is predeceased by his wife Margaret (Miller) O’Neil; siblings Helen Deja, Mary VanAs, Ruth Lehnis and Dorothy Baker.

John will be remembered for many things, he was a founder and President of O’Neil Brothers Automotive, Inc. John was a life member of the Alexander Fire Dept. serving as past President, Head Trustee, and past Assistant Chief. He was past President of the WNY VFA Member, Alexander Town Planning Board and a member of the operating engineers. John served as Eucharistic Minister at Sts. Joachim & Anne Parish in Attica, on the Parish Council and belonged to the Happy Agers and the Genesee County Republican Committee. John was a Knights of Columbus member. He loved to restore old cars, loved diesel engines and was an amazing mechanic. He loved carrying the American flag and marching with the Alexander Fire Dept. and listening to the band and took great pride in being an American. A special thanks goes out to his Grandson Danny for always being there.

He is survived by his children; Eileen (Steve) Ognibene of Alexander, John (Beth) O’Neil of Batavia, Kathleen (Eric) George of Byron, Robert O’Neil of Warsaw and Paul (Kelly) O’Neil of Attica; siblings Peggy Meyer of Corfu, Anne Smith of Tonawanda, William (Doran) O’Neil of Attica, Francis O’Neil of Batavia, Charles (Judith) O’Neil of Batavia, Edward (Sharon) O’Neil of NC, Marcella (Anthony) Saraceni of Batavia; 10 granchildren; John, Daniel (Courtney), Charles, Jessica, Sara, Katlyn (Nick), Emily, Kara (Josh), Lindsay (Tyler) and Scott; 4 great grandchildren Austin, Seth, Arianna and Jordyn along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may call on Thursday February 9, 2017 and Friday the 10^th from 2:00-4:00PM and 6:00-8:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC 135 Main Street Attica, NY 14011. A Fireman’s Service will be held on Friday at 7:00PM.  A 12:00 noon Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday February 11, 2017 at Sts. Joachim & Anne Parish 50 East Ave. in Attica. He will be laid to rest in St. Vincent’s Cemetery in Attica.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alexander Fire Dept. Ambulance Fund P.O. Box 336 Alexander, NY 14005.  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

JO ANN LANEY

Age 65, of Alexander, died peacefully Sunday morning February 5, 2017 at her home due to complications from pulmonary artery hypertension and scleroderma. She was born November 3, 1951 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Edgar and Betty (Green) Chapell, also preceded in death by siblings, Judy Ullum and June Chapell.   

Jo Ann grew up in Byron and graduated from Byron Bergen High School in 1969 and from Genesee Community College in 1971 with an A.A.S. degree. She worked at the former St. Jerome Hospital until 1974 as a radiology transcriptionist and later that year moved to Lakeland, FL. Jo Ann enjoyed a wonderful career as a medical transcriptionist for the next 37 years at the Watson Clinic, retiring in 2012. A former member of the Ladies of the Moose, where she held several officer positions and the College of Regents, member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, where she served as president, was an avid bowler, enjoyed casino trips and in 2016 moved back to Alexander full time. 

Surviving is her loving husband of 41 years, John "Mike" Laney of Alexander; beloved daughters, Christine (Kevin) Salzlein of FL and their daughter, Myya; Jennifer (Keith) Brooks of GA and their son, Max; brother, Terry Chapell of NY and sister, Joyce Chapell of FL; mother-in-law, Joanne Laney of Alexander along with several nieces, nephews and many loving friends in Lakeland, FL and Alexander.  

The Laney family will be present from 5-8 p.m. on Friday February 10 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, NY 14020. Please join Jo Ann's family to celebrate her Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Saturday Feb. 11 at St. Joachim & Anne Parish 50 East Ave. Attica, NY 14011. She will be laid to rest in Byron Cemetery and in lieu of flowers memorials in her memory are suggested to Crossroads House 11 Liberty Street Batavia or a charity of the donor's choice. 

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

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

 

Darcy Ann Slusser, 44, of Attica passed away on Saturday February 4, 2017 at Wyoming County Community Hospital in Warsaw. She was born in Batavia on June 30, 1972 to the late John Sanders and Bonnie (Butler) Mucher.

Darcy adored her kids, loved animals and had just begun volunteering at the Wyoming County SPCA. She Loved to travel and had always joked she was going to retire in Mexico.

She is survived by her children; Amanda Torre of Buffalo, Nathaniel Torre of Lockport and Rayna Fravel of Castile; siblings Tammy (Vincent) Foster of Attica, Penny (Mark) Riekstins of Australia, Shelley (Greg) Schultz of Camden, NY., Step brother David (Dale) Warner of Rochester; step sister Jane (William) Coles of Frederiksted, St. Croix and step mother Linda Sanders of East Bethany, along with several nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. An 11:00AM Memorial Service will be held on Friday February 10, 2017 at the First Baptist Church of Attica 3 Prospect St. Attica, NY 14011.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Wyoming County SPCA 808 Creek Rd.
Attica, NY 14011 http://www.wyomingcountyspca.org/ or the First Baptist Church of Attica 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