Obituaries

 Albert H. Maxwell, 91, of Melbourne, FL formerly from Batavia, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2017 with family by his side. 
Albert was born April 7, 1925 in Alden. He served in WWII from 1944-1946 as a member of the 89th Infantry Division where he received the Army of Occupation Medal, European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal and WWII Victory Medal.

Al was a loyal truck driver for Tyler Truck Lines for many years until he retired in 1990. In the past, he enjoyed fishing, some traveling, line dancing, movies and dining out. 

Al is survived by his children; Richard (Darleen) Maxwell of Batavia; Judy (Al Paolucci) of Melbourne, FL; Jeff (Sandy) Maxwell of Oakfield; Becky Downs of Melbourne, FL; and his dearest companion, Josephina Moreno and her children. He was predeceased in death by his son, Albert H. Maxwell II. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, ten great grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews. 

Burial will be in Cary Cemetery at the convenience of the family. 

 

LeRoy ~ Lynette C. "Scottie" Graham, age 78, of Griswold Circle, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday morning (January 15, 2017) in the loving presence of her family.

     She was born April 25, 1938 in Glasgow, Scotland, a daughter of the late John and Christina Brock Laughlin. 

     Scottie traveled to America in 1952 by herself, as a 12 year old aboard the ocean liner, Mauretania, to live with her sister, Helen and brother-in-law, Richard Ladd.  Her sister, Helen, who had been in America for a few years with Richard, a WWII soldier, that she met and married in Scotland, had arrived here in 1948 as a war bride.  They paid Scottie's passage here to give her a chance at a better life in America.

     She first lived with them in Batavia and then they moved to LeRoy, where she has resided ever since.  She graduated from LeRoy Central School in 1956.  This is where she got the nickname "Scottie".  She also met her future husband, David Graham, here as well.  She became an American citizen in 1961 before she was married.  She and David married on October 14, 1961 and celebrated their 55th anniversary this past October.

     In 1988, Scottie began her career at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.  She never dreamed she would be there for 29 years.  She was an Angel to so many patients that were on the same journey that she has now gone through.  Lynette believed that we have many angels amongst us and in the final days of our lives, they are present to guide us peacefully home to our Lord.

     She will be sadly missed by her loving and devoted husband, David; daughter and son-in-law, Sarah and Mark Tomaszewski; granddaughters, Conor Rose Tomaszewski and Krysta Graham Tomaszewski; sister, Helen L. Ladd; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Jack and Marty Graham, "grand-dog", Harley Tomaszewski, along with many nieces and nephews.

     In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her siblings, Catherine Cavanaugh, Christina Campbell, Isabelle Laughlin and Hugh Laughlin; in-laws, John and Isabelle Graham; brother-in-law, Richard Ladd and sister-in-law, Nancy Graham Grayson Heath.

     A special thank you to mom's niece, Leslie, for staying by mom's side and the family's.

     The family also wants to thank the Homecare & Hospice people for all their wonderful care to both Scottie and her family.

     There will be No Prior Calling Hours.  Graveside services will be announced at a later date in the spring.

     Contributions can be made to the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home, 10 Munson Street, LeRoy, NY 14482, where a fund has been established to construct a special garden area for the residents in memory of Scottie.

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

     Mrs. Graham and her family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. 585-768-2400

Rochester ~ Louis R. Baglio, age 91, passed away early Sunday morning (Jan. 15, 2017) at Unity Hospital.

    

He was born November 1, 1925 in Perry, NY, a son of the late Frank and Frances Hinrich Baglio.

     Mr. Baglio was a very loving husband, father and grandfather, who will be deeply missed by his family.  He was a very proud U.S. Marine veteran.  He enjoyed riding motorcycles, traveling with his wife and doing ancestry research.  He was also a retiree from Bausch & Lomb, where he worked for many years as an accountant.

     He is survived by his children, Cheryl (David) Dillman of Rochester, Brenda Williams of Bergen and Craig (Patricia) Baglio of Rochester; grandchildren, Jason (Whitney) Rowland, David (Christine) Dillman, Robert (Lisa) Williams, Aimee (Jeff) Clauss, Jennifer (Frank) Trigilio, Christopher Williams, Samantha Williams, Nicholas Baglio, Brian Baglio, Joshua Baglio, Zachary Baglio, Sara Baglio and Matthew Baglio, 15 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, along with numerous cousins.

     In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Jeanette Baglio in 2011.

     Family and friends are invited to his Rite of Christian Burial on Friday, Jan. 20 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter's Church, 44 Lake St., LeRoy.  Interment with military honors will follow in St. Francis Cemetery.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the NYS Veterans Home at Batavia, 220 Richmond Ave., Batavia, NY 14020.

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

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

 

Batavia - Anne M. Garlock, 78, of Batavia, former owner of Anne Garlock Office Products in Geneseo, died Saturday, January 14, 2017 at Unity Living Center, in Rochester.

Mrs. Garlock was born August 27, 1938 in Warwick, RI, a daughter of the late Waldo and Katherine (Talty) Nichols.

She was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Batavia.  She was on the Board of Trustees at Genesee Community College for 10 years, member of the Batavia Rotary Club where she received the Paul Harris Fellow and served as the costume mistress for several Rotary Shows. 

Prior to moving to Batavia, she was active in a parent’s organization at St. Catherine’s Church in Warwick R.I. where she received the inspiration to organize community events. She served on the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce and was the founding organizer of the Batavia Wing-Ding/Summer in the City event.  In her capacity as a member of the Genesee Arts Council, she served as the founding organizer of the Picnic in the Park. 

She was a past president of the Genesee Memorial Hospital League, served in a variety of school based activities, volunteered at the NYS School for the Blind, March of Dimes and was a member of the Batavia Jayncees and Lioness Clubs.  She received the honor of "Woman of the Year" from in Zonta Club in 1995. 

She enjoyed lending her artistic ability to many events including clown face painting, doing make-up for Rotary Shows and decorating for formal affairs.  She touched many lives by being a force behind so many endeavors.  She was a great person without ever thinking she was great.

She is survived by her husband, J. Peter Garlock, whom she married August 29, 1959; 5 children, Timothy (Bethany) Garlock of Batavia, Julie (Kevin) Klabunde of PA, Susan Francis (Fiancée John Zola), Scott (Lynn) Garlock and Sara Tenney, each of Batavia; a brother, William Nichols of RI; 2 sisters, Catherine Atkinson and Margaret Toole, both of RI; a sister-in-law, Roslyn Nichols of RI; 2 brothers-in-law, Thomas Scanlon of RI and Richard (Kathy) Garlock of SC; 11 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews. 

She was the mother of the late Thomas Richard Garlock and sister of the late James Nichols and Maureen Scanlon.  

Friends may call on Wednesday from 4 to 8 pm at H.E. Turner & Co, Inc., 403 E. Main St., Batavia.  Anne’s Mass of Christian burial will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, January 19, 2017 at Resurrection Parish - St. Mary's Site, 18 Ellicott St., Batavia.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Genesee Community College Foundation, 1 College Rd., Batavia, NY 14020.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Batavia - Ruby Mae Frisby, 92, of Batavia, a self-employed housekeeper in Batavia, died Friday, January 13, 2017 at Mercy Hospital, in Buffalo.

Mrs. Frisby was born July 28, 1924 in Dansville, NY, a daughter of the late Charles and Flora (Riber) Hasselbeck.

She was a member of St. Joseph’s Church in Batavia.

She is predeceased by her husband, Van Frisby, Sr., who died in 1974.

Survivors include a daughter, Roxanne Arnone of Attica; a son, Donald (Melody) Frisby of LeRoy; a daughter-in-law, Debbie Frisby of Batavia; 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.  

She was the mother of the late Sharon Frisby, Ricky Frisby, and Vance Frisby and sister of the late Ray Hasselbeck and Isabell Conrad.   

Services will be Private.  Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia, NY.  Memorials may be made to Western New York Heroes, 8203 Main St., Suite #11, Williamsville, NY 14421.  Arrangements were completed by Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 E. Main St., Batavia. Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

 

 

Churchville - Daniel S. Grastorf, 46, of Churchville, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, (January 11, 2017) in Henrietta.

Mr. Grastorf was born November 15, 1970 in Batavia, the son of Gary G. and Cheryl (Ellison) Grastorf of Churchville.

Daniel was a member of Our Lady of Mercy Parish and worshiped at St. Peter's Church in LeRoy.  An avid golfer, he was a member of the Caledonia and Batavia Country Clubs.

Along with golf, he enjoyed hunting, football, scratch offs, attending Sabres and Amerks games.  He was a kid at heart.  In high school, he was active in the Byron-Bergen Sports Program having wrestled and played soccer.  He continued to cheer from the sidelines regularly. 

Along with being a devoted husband, Daniel cherished being a father to his two beautiful children.  They were the light of his life.  

He is survived by his wife, Nicole (Ezzell) Grastorf, whom he married June 8, 2013.

Surviving along with his wife and parents are his son, Brody Truman Grastorf and daughter, Scottie-Lynne Grastorf both of home; his father-in-law, Rene (Kelly Loewke) Ezzell, and mother-in-law, Toni Ezzell both of Bergen; a brother-in-law, Sean (Samantha Burnside) Ezzell of LeRoy; Nicole's Maternal Grandmother, Caroline (late Anthony) Jachimowicz of Batavia.  Several cousins also survive.

Friends may call on Sunday and Monday from 3 to 7 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 51 South Lake Street, Bergen.  Danny’s Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, (January 17, 2017) at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter's Site, 44 Lake Street, LeRoy.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family.  Burial will be in Mt. Rest Cemetery, Bergen.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Batavia - Patrick T. Bodkin, 83, of Batavia, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at the Buffalo VA Medical Center, in Buffalo.

Mr. Bodkin was born March 11, 1933 in Buffalo, a son of the late George and Katherine A. Conners Bodkin.

A member of St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, Pat proudly served his country with the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He retired from Calibrated Charts in Batavia as their data processing manager.

He is survived by his wife, Joan F. Barton whom he married November 22, 1985; his children, Christopher (Susan) Bodkin of Buffalo, Janine (Jim) Smoltz of Detroit, Michigan, Sean Bodkin of Lackawanna, Christopher (Diane) Deleo of Batavia and Steven (Christy) Deleo of Pavilion, seven grandchildren, Taylor, Noelle, Keira, Justin, Audree, Roman and Joel; his sister, Rosemary (Kendall) Davis of Buffalo; his sister-in-law, Joan Bodkin of South Carolina and several nieces and nephews.

He is the brother of the late Barbara Fahey and George Bodkin.

Friends may call on Saturday from 9:15 a.m. to 10 a.m. at St. Maximilian Kolbe – East Pembroke Site, 8656 Church Street, Pembroke. His Mass of Christian Burial will follow visitation at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, P.O. Box 278, Corfu, New York 14036.  Burial, with full military honors, will be held at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Pat’s memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia.

Helen V. Terol, 94 of Batavia, went to the Lord on Wednesday (January 11, 2017) at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home. Helen was born February 21, 1922 in Batavia, a daughter of Paul and Anna Tatarka Terol, immigrants of Czechoslovakia and Slovakia.

She was a lifetime parishioner of Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph Church) and a member of the Ladies Sodality for many years.

Aunt Helen was noted to be very independent, for example, sealing her own driveway with a paint brush at the age of 89. Her longest employment was with the Batavia W.T. Grant Company, where she was the Office Manager until they closed. Helen also enjoyed her employment at George Smith Motors and John Deere Dealership. Nieces and nephews remember trips with her to visit her sister Julia Shaw’s cottage at Conesus Lake. She enjoyed crafts, dancing and German Fests with her longtime companion, John Burke; also traveling, plus playing a big part in the lives of her nieces and nephews.

Survivors include nieces, Patricia (John) Brumsted, Tonya Terol, Clare (Ron) Sloat. Nephews, Robert (Beverly) Terol, William (Josie) Shaw and Michael (Patricia) Lucas. Also survived by 13 great, 21 great-great and 18 great-great-great nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her longtime companion, John Burke. Sisters, Annie Terol, Mary Terol, Julia Shaw, Catherine Terol and Angela Lucas. Brothers, Joseph (Frances) Terol and Anthony (Fern) Terol.

Friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Friday (January 13^th) from 6-8pm and Saturday from 11am-1pm at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia, NY. Prayers will be recited 1pm at the funeral home followed by her Mass of Christian Burial, 1:30pm at Resurrection Parish, 303 East Main St., Batavia, NY.

The Ladies Sodality will recite the Rosary on Saturday 10:30am at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Crossroads House, 11 Liberty St., Batavia, NY 14020. 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.

 

 

Pavilion ~ Lorraine A. Curry, age 86, of Dillon Road, passed away on Monday afternoon (January 9, 2017) at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home surrounded by many of her family members.

    She was born October 5, 1930 in Batavia, NY, a daughter of the late John and Ruth Azinger Miller.

     Mrs. Curry will be remembered as a caring and devoted mother, grandmother and sister, who loved spending time with her family and enjoyed bird watching and wild life.  She worked at the corner grocery store in Pavilion, formerly Reinharts, then Waltons, for many years.  She volunteered for the American Cancer Society, chairing their annual campaigns, back when they went door to door, for the Town of Pavilion. She also volunteered for the American Red Cross, assisting with the blood drives for Pavilion.

     She is survived by children, Donna (Mike) Bunce of Port Orange, FL, Lorraine (Ken) Schaumberg of Rochester, David (Cyndee) Fitzsimmons of Pavilion, Bruce Fitzsimmons of Rochester, Randy (Dorthea) Fitzsimmons of Mt. Morris, Jeffrey (Sherrie) Curry of Pavilion, Karen Rudgers (Kevin Yahn) of LeRoy and Roberta (Thomas) Klapper of Pavilion; 17 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; siblings, Gary (Kay) Miller of LeRoy and Nancy Tash (John Zimber) of LeRoy, along with many nieces and nephews.

     She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Curry in 1982 and a sister, Marilyn Pasquale.

     Family and friends may call on Saturday, January 21 from 12 ~ 4 P.M. at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Rd. (Rt. 19), LeRoy, where services will be held at 4:00 PM.  Interment will be private.

     Memorials are suggested to either the Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth, 1 Letchworth State Park, Castile, NY 14427 or Pavilion Fire Dept., P.O. Box 156, Pavilion, N.Y. 14525.

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

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

Jordyn M. (Torrey) Augello, 30 of Elba, passed away Monday January 9, 2017 with her family by her side at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. She was born August 25, 1986 in Batavia, to Mark (Catherine Gillard) Torrey of Elba. She is preceded in death by her grandfathers Charles Torrey and John Gillard; father-in-law Frank “Beech” Augello.

She was a graduate of Cornell University class of 2009 and a partner at Torrey Farms, Inc. in Elba. Jordyn had a bright contagious smile that she shared with everyone she met. Since she was a little girl her biggest dream in life was to be a wife and mommy. She was happy with the simple things in life, including her family and the farm. Jordyn loved her husband like no other and he was a rock for her when she needed him the most. She had a gentle easy going way about her with some wise humor mixed in. We will miss her every day but we know she is with us through every changing season and ride around the farm.

She is survived by her loving husband Charles P. “Chooch” Augello, mommy of Carmine Frank and Frances Mary Augello; siblings Molly (Erik) Anderson; Travis (Grace) Torrey all of Elba; Shannon (Matthew) Kyle of Avon; Lucas (Kimberley) Torrey of Stafford; Jed (Kelsey) Torrey of Oakfield; Maxwell (Alyssa Laudico) Torrey of Elba; grandmothers Mary Torrey of Elba, Elin Gillard of Naples, FL; mother-in-law Susan (David Zuppelli) Augello of Batavia; sisters-in-law Santina (Steven) Marsceill of Elba, Kara Long of Elba, Carissa Augello of Albion, nieces and nephews Clara, Lucy, Viola, Charles, Theodore, John, Henry, Selden, Ruby, Everett, Elbert, Jacob, Adrianna, Michael, Maci, Zachary, Lyla, and Ryan; along with many loving aunts, uncles and cousins.

Friends are invited to call on Thursday January 12, 2017 from 4-8PM and on Friday January 13, 2017 from 2-8PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020. An 11:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday January 14, 2017 at St. Padre Pio Parish (Our Lady of Fatima) 65 South Main St. Elba, New York 14058. She will be laid to rest in Springvale Cemetery, Elba.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Golisano Children’s Hospital 601 Elmwood Ave. Rochester, New York 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.

 

 

Vernice I. “Mickey”Mitzel, age 93, of Attica, died peacefully Thursday January 5, 2017 at home surrounded by family.  She was born November 24, 1923 in Clarence, NY a daughter of the late Walter and Grace (Gibson) Schurr, also preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Allen Mitzel in 1988; a sister Katherine Warner and brothers William and Kenneth Schurr.

Mickey retired from the Wyoming County Bank as Administrative Assistant.  She enjoyed solving crossword and sudoku puzzles in The Daily News, knitting, watching her favorite TV game shows and old time movies, listening to organ and classic music, playing her organ, singing in her church choir, playing pinochle and taking trips with her friends.  She was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing in golf tournaments with her husband and daughter. She was a diehard fan of the Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabers and looked forward to watching their games on TV. She was a member of St. Paul’s UCC and the Attica Golf Club where she served as President of the Ladies Organization. Mickey was a devoted wife, a great mother, who enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mickey will be remembered for her laugh and the fun she inspired.

She is survived by her children, Beverly J (Richard Cramer) Myers of Attica, Robert A. Mitzel of Joliet, Ill., Don (Ginny Liberatore) Mitzel of Honeoye; her sister-in-law Lorraine Schurr of Ft. Myers, FL.; 4 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

An 11:30 AM Funeral Service will be held on Saturday January 14, 2017 at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ 11 Washington St, Attica, NY 14011. Internment is being held privately at Marilla Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Paul’s United Church of Christ 11 Washington St, 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

Timothy John Wickson known as (Bear) age 66, of Zephyrhills, FL, formally of LeRoy, NY passed away suddenly at his home on December 14, 2016. He was born August 31, 1950 in Buffalo, NY, son of Kathryn Dill Wickson and the late Robert M. Wickson.

Tim attended LeRoy High School and in April 1969 enlisted in the United States Marine Corp., served in the Vietnam War and was honorably discharged in April 1974. He received the Purple Heart, Vietnam National Service Metal, Meritorious Medal, The Republic of Vietnam Campaign Metal, and numerous ribbons. Tim was enjoying his retirement in Florida. He will be greatly missed by all.

Tim is survived by his sons; Eric (Kelly) Wickson of Engelwood, FL, Timothy (Heather Rapone) Wickson of LeRoy, NY, Sean (Cassandra) Wickson of Engelwood, FL; grandchildren Olivia Wickson, Blake Wickson, and Warner Wickson of Engelwood, FL; brothers: R. Michael Wickson of LeRoy, NY, Richard (Cheryl) Wickson of Odessa, FL, Dennis Wickson of Zephyrhills, FL, Gary (Linda) Wickson of LeRoy, NY; sisters: Susan (Edward) Oliver of Fairport, NY and Barbara Michel of Syracuse, NY; along with several nieces and nephews; great nieces and great nephews.

Tim was laid to rest on December 20, 2016 in the National Cemetery with full military honors in Sarasota FL. The family will receive friends at a celebration of life for Tim late Spring 2017 in LeRoy, NY.

Mary Ellen (Wilson) Mosman, 88 of Batavia, passed away Sunday January 8, 2017 at United Memorial Medical Center. She was born June 12, 1928 in Buffalo, New York to the late Ellis (Elizabeth Kilbride) Knight. She is preceded in death by a son Timothy Mosman, daughter Judith E. Peterson, twin sister Elizabeth Meredith, brother David Wilson.

Mary Ellen was an interior decorator, the president of L.C. Mosman Co. Inc., was an Elementary School Teacher and worked at St. Jerome’s Hospital. She was a member of American Association of University Women and Lioness Club of Batavia. Mrs. Mosman cherished and adored her family.

She is survived by her loving husband William L. Mosman of Batavia; daughters Patricia (Donald) Smith of Wilson; Mary (Wayne) Keifman of Grand Island; Ellen (Joaquin) Aymerich of Naples; Nancy (John Corey) Mosman of Williamsville; sons William (Paula) Mosman Jr. of Batavia; Daniel (Karen) Mosman of Boston, MA; son-in-law Jon Peterson of Rochester; 11 grandchildren Zachary Smith, Chelsea (John) Dominick, Mary Kathryn Smith, Ryan Keifman, Kyle Keifman, Timothy Aymerich, Kara (Jose) Reyes, Honora Mosman, Sarah Mosman, Bridget Mosman and Erik Peterson; 2 great-grandchildren Emma Dominick and Evangeline Reyes.

Friends are invited to call on Wednesday January 11, 2017 from 4-8PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020. A 9:30 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday January 12, 2017 at Resurrection Parish 303 East Main Street 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 Western New York Heart Association www.westernny.heart.org. 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.

Grace June Snyder Thayer, 90, of Pembroke died Friday (Jan. 6, 2017) in the home she loved.

Mrs. Thayer was born June 15, 1926, in Orangeville, a daughter of George Daniel and Helen Elizabeth Mead Snyder.  She attended Warsaw Central School and married Charles Thayer on Feb. 9, 1946.  They shared more than 68 years of marriage before he died in 2014.

Mrs. Thayer worked at the Perry Knitting Mill to help her husband raise the money for the farm they bought in 1959.  She was a true partner at Gra-Chuck Farm, working alongside Charles in the fields and milking cows.  She also loved to grow flowers and maintained an extensive and amazing collection of houseplants.  For many years, she operated a garage sale, and enjoyed meeting the people who came to buy.  She had a strong work ethic, as did her husband, and together they took outstanding care of family, home and farm.   Mrs. Thayer was a great cook and liked having people gathered around her large table for meals.

She was the sister of the late Walter H., Frank E., G. Edwin and Andrew J. Snyder, and Mary Bartlett and Helen Bagg.

Surviving are four children, Sharon (late Kenneth) Larsen of Pembroke, Douglas (Lauren Shaw) Thayer of Watkins Glen, Daniel (Tracy) Thayer of Pembroke and Melody (Thomas) Gorman of Kirkville.  Also surviving are 11 grandchildren, Jennifer (Thomas Thrane) Larsen Fuller of Stillwater; Charles Larsen of Oakfield; Nicholas Thayer of Watkins Glen; Sara Thayer of Pembroke;  Danielle Thayer of Mount Morris; Zoe Thayer of Buffalo; Cassandra Gorman of Newark, Del.; Patrick and Michael Gorman, both of Kirkville; Christine (Robert) Gardner of East Syracuse; and Jennifer (John) Draper of Oakfield; and six great-grandchildren, Noel and Julian Thayer-Sunseri of Pembroke, Iliana and Camden Draper of Oakfield and Ryan and Joseph Gardner of East Syracuse.  Many nieces and nephews also survive.

There are no calling hours.   A memorial celebration of her life will be held at a time to be announced.

Memorials may be made to the Muriel H. Marshall Fund for the Aging in Genesee County, care of Genesee County Office for the Aging, 2 Bank St., Batavia, NY 14020.

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.