Obituaries

Marge is also survived by her sister Jane (Frank) Sidari of Albion and sister-in-law Barbara (Robert) Schultz of Elba. Pre-deceased siblings include Robert, Doris (Don) Wyckoff, and Betty (Fred) Herman; brother-in-law John Bliestein of Sandusky.

Many nieces and nephews from both sides of the family will recall lessons learned by example from this strong woman.

Her interests included activities at the Batavia Senior Center, and Marge was very fond of neighbors and friends. In Batavia, she adored her friends at the Senior Quilters group, Knit and Crochet group, Senior Volunteers, and enjoyable bus trips with others. She was an outstanding euchre player, and played other card games with friends. She was active in the Pavilion Young at Heart Group and the Transit Ladies Club.

Through the years, she worked on the muck, Batavia Shoe Factory, Curtiss Wright Aircraft, Union Steel Chest and Chapin Manufacturing. Per her wishes, there will be no calling hours. A 1:00 PM Celebration of Life is planned for Saturday August 22, 2015 at the Pavilion Fire Hall Pavilion Fire Hall 11302 South Lake Road, Pavilion, NY 14525

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Pavilion Fire Hall 11302 South Lake Road, Pavilion, New York 14525. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or for more information call (585) 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

After graduating Batavia High School, he served in the U.S. Army during World War II where he was as a mechanic for the Air Force on B-17s, B-24s and Mustangs. In the closing months of the War, he was appointed an Allied base boiler mechanic in Nuremburg overseeing German prisoners assigned to him. Those prisoners saved his life when his clothing caught fire.

He returned to the U.S. and on June 8, 1946 married Jean Ricciof Batavia, who passed away November 9, 2007. Larry worked for Massey-Harris, then as a Snap-On Tool sales rep calling on many area garages, towns and schools. He was a regional sales rep for FMC Corporation when he retired. He was a member of St. Anthony’s RC Church that his father and uncles helped build. He belonged to its Holy Name Society and served as the church’s Boy Scout leader raising five young men to Eagle Scouts. He was a past president of Batavia Lions Club.  In later life, he compiled a family genealogy distributing more than 100 copies to relatives and donating a copy to Richmond Memorial Library. He was a lifelong learner taking computer technology classes at Genesee Community College and becoming an online stock market trader.  He was a summer resident of Silver Grove, Silver Lake, NY.  He and Jean traveled in retirement to Italy and Africa and much enjoyed family weekends at the lake playing cards and horseshoes.

Along with his wife and parents, he is predeceased by his siblings: Angeline, James, Samuel, Paul, Joseph, and Carmella (Minnie) Barone; and his grandson, Jeffrey Andrews.

He is survived by his children: Kathleen (Ronald) Andrews of Clarence Center, NY; twins Larry (Randi) LaRussa of Henrietta, NY and Lorraine (Ray)Sturm of Perry, NY; grandchildren: Jon (Tricia) Andrews of Williamsville, NY; Jennifer (Chris) McCarron of Golden, CO; David (Riham) LaRussa of Saratoga, NY; Dr. Larry (Erica) LaRussa of Philadelphia, PA; twins Lori (Marco) Tocco of Rochester, NY and Kristina LaRussa of Detroit, MI; Alison (Damon) Burgess of Smithtown, NY; Dr. Susan Sturm of Dunkirk, NY; and Ray Sturm of Rochester, NY;  great-grandchildren: Derek and Sean Andrews of Williamsville, NY; Olivia LaRussa of Saratoga, NY; Annalisa LaRussa of Philadelphia, PA; Sofia Tocco of Rochester and  twins Grayden and Logan Burgess of Smithtown, NY; cousin Pauline Fricano of Batavia, NY; sister-in-law Marion Ricci of Batavia, NY; beloved nieces Ann MacGregor of Batavia, NY and Grace (Ron) Cole of Attica, and Janet (Dominic) Lovria of Batavia, NY; as well as many other nieces and nephews.

Calling hours are 4-8 PM, Thursday, Aug. 20 at Gilmartin Funeral Home& Cremation Company, Inc., 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, NY. There is a Mass of Christian burial at 10 AM, Fri., Aug. 21 at the former Sacred Heart Church, 15 Sumner Street, Batavia. Interment will be at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Ellicott Street, Batavia.

Memorials may be made to Richmond Memorial Library, 19 Ross Street, Batavia, New York14020. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home& Cremation Company, Inc., 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or for more information call (585) 343-8260.

   Age 74, of Corfu, died peacefully Saturday August 15, 2015 at Hospice Buffalo in Cheektowaga. Judy was born in Tonawanda, NY on April 24, 1941, to the late James and Ruth (Hunter) Welch, also preceded in death by a brother Vincent Welch.

   Mrs. Schumacher worked for many years at the Erie County Home & Infirmary, she was a member of the Corfu Garden Club and Faith Community Chapel where she sang in the choir.

   Surviving is her beloved husband of 49 years, Ray Schumacher of Corfu; loving daughter, Michelle (James) Cansdale of Corfu and their children, Austin, Ryan & Connor; sons, Dennis (Diane) Zuch of Batavia and their children, Brianna, Nicholas (Rochelle); Greg (Peggy) Zuch of W. Batavia and their children, Joseph, Dottie (Danny) & Michael; Ron (Brenda) Zuch of Attica and their children, Adam & Sherri; Michael (Jennifer) Schumacher of Holiday, FL and their daughter, Elyse; brother, Bob (Diane) Welch of Grand Island; sister-in-law, Mildred Welch of Tonawanda along with many great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

The family will be present from 4-8 p.m. on Tuesday August 18, 2015 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020 where funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday August 19, 2015. She will be laid to rest in Elmwood Cemetery in Tonawanda and memorials in her memory can be made to Genesee Cancer Assistance, Inc. 16 Bank Street Batavia, New York 14020.  

   Please leave your words of comfort to Judy's family at www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information call Michael at (585)343-7500.

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

Mrs. Gubb was born April 15, 1930 in Elba, a daughter of the late Sherman and Geraldine (Hankinson) Horton.

She was a 1948 graduate of Elba High School, member of the 1^st Presbyterian Church of Elba, enjoyed traveling, reading, gardening, participating in Bible study at Northgate Free Methodist and being with her family.

Her husband, Lt. Col., Lester A. Gubb, died on January 23, 2002.

Survivors include three children, Patricia Koch of Sacramento, CA, Gregory A. (Shirley) Gubb and Kimberly (Daniel) Post, both of Elba, a brother: Sherman Horton; two sisters-in-law, Nancy Horton of Elba and Shirley Youll of Batavia; 10 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. 

She was the sister of the late Lorne Horton and Beverly Schirmer. 

Friends may call on Monday from 2-4 & 6-8 at H.E. Turner & Co., Funeral Home, 403 E. Main St., Batavia.  Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, at First Presbyterian Church of Elba.  Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Elba, 23 N. Main St., Elba, NY 14058 or to Compassion International, 12290 Voyager Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80921.  Burial will be in Maple Lawn Cemetery in Elba.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Rochester- Friday, August 14th at age 89. Formerly of Bergen, she is predeceased by her husband Rollin Harradine in 1994. She is survived by her son James (Fiancee Jean Rossi) Harradine of Rochester; grandchildren Tara (Ethan) Harradine-Urie of Staunton, Va., Jessica Harradine & Christina  Harradine, both of North Chili; great-grandchildren Liam & Elise Urie & Evalina Harradine; sister-in-law Ann Perkins; niece Barbara (Joseph) Calourie of Caledonia; nephew Michael Steadman of East Rochester and longtime special friend George Gleichauf of Rochester. She is also survived by many wonderful, loving friends.

Dorothy’s family would like to extend their sincere gratitude and appreciation to the staff at St. John’s Nursing Home and Lifetime Care for the compassion and care shown to her.

Calling hours will be 3 to 7 p.m. Monday  at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 51 South Lake Street, Bergen. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at St. Brigid's Church 18 Gibson Street Bergen.  Memorials contributions to  American Heart Association, 20 North Pointe, Suite #130, Amherst, NY 14228, St. John's Foundation, 150 Highland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620 or Lifetime Care, 3111 South Winton Road, Rochester, NY 14623. 

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

She was born June 24, 1950 in Batavia, NY, a daughter of the late Frank Calarco and Mafalda Tessitore Calarco of Batavia.

Vicki was employed by the Genesee County Planning Dept. prior to her retirement. She was also a member of Resurrection Parish.  A very caring individual, she had a devotion to her husband, children, granddaughter and family.  She was a loving person who enjoyed holiday traditions, working in her flower garden and being outdoors. 

Surviving beside her mother, is her husband, Ronald Moscicki of Batavia. Son, Ronald Moscicki Jr. of Cape Coral, FL. Daughter and son in-law, Michelle (Justin) Mager of Batavia. Granddaughter, Addison Victoria Mager. Brothers, Nicholas (Marcia) Calarco of Oakfield and Anthony (Judy) Calarco of Batavia. Sister, Mary (James) Smith of Batavia. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

She was the sister of the late Frank Calarco Jr.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Monday from 2-4pm and 7-9pm at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, 9:30am at Resurrection Parish, 303 East Main St., Batavia. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Vicki’s name may be made to a charity of the donors 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 & PROPRIETOR.

Batavia - Troy M. Hickman, 49, of Batavia, died Friday, August 7, 2015 in Batavia.

Mr. Hickman was born July 29, 1966 in Batavia, a son of Rosetta (Austin) Hickman of Batavia and Toy Hickman of Buffalo. 

He was a former Boy Scout and played Little League in Batavia as a young man. 

He was known for being loving, caring, determined, compassionate and a comic “goofball”.  He was a man of many words, a writer and was loved by many.

Surviving along with his parents are 4 daughters, Chantal Hickman, Shamiqua Hickman and Jacinda Hickman, (Brandie Brown) all of Batavia, and Ciera Baker (BobbieJo Baker) of Oakfield; 2 brothers, 3 sisters and several nieces and nephews. 

He was predeceased by his sister.  

Friends may attend services at 5 p.m. Tuesday, at Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 E. Main St., Batavia.  Memorials to BobbieJo Baker, 3145 Lockport Road, Oakfield, NY 14125.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Alonzo was in a band and loved to sing. He loved to work on houses especially doing carpentry and electrical work.

He is survived by his children Marquis Holmes of Batavia; daughter Jaz’mine Holmes of Batavia; brother Richard Holmes of Florida; sister Cleo Taylor of Batavia along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday August 25, 2015 from 11 to 12 Noon at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A Funeral Service will immediately follow at Noon.

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

She was a dedicated daughter and mother and took great joy in her furry family of three dogs.  She indulged in salty food, hot dogs and pizza.  She traveled extensively and spent many wonderful weeks throughout Italy.  After retiring from Kodak after many decades, she took to the skies as a flight attendant for Comair/Delta Connection until her retirement.  She had a quirky sense of humor and while quick with an opinion, she was always willing to lend a helping hand.   Raised in Attica, New York, other than a small stint in Kentucky, she lived her adult live among family and friends in Batavia and Elba, New York.

She is survived by son, Michael Little (wife, Barbara); daughter, Jennifer Little-Sherman (husband, Daniel); 2 grand children and 2 great grandchildren.  She is also survived by her sisters, Sandy Flint (husband, George) and Susan Nowak, and numerous nieces and nephews

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday August 18, 2015 from 5 to 8 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Ronald McDonald House 550 Mickle Blvd Camden, New Jersey 08103. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or for more information call (585) 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

Edwin C. Rogers, of Lakeland, FL, formerly of LeRoy, died on August 11th, after a long illness.  He was predeceased by his parents, Blasé and Florence Rogers, of LeRoy.  He is survived by his sisters, Marguerite Green, of LeRoy and Elizabeth Estes, of Caledonia, and his brothers, Lawrence, of Boynton Beach, FL and William, of LeRoy, several nieces and nephews in the area.. In addition,he was survived by a very good friend and caregiver, Sam Meli, of Lakeland, FL.
Funeral services were arranged in Florida.

Cecelia Maxwell, 87, died Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at St. Ann's Nursing Home after a lengthy illness. Cecelia enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her great-grandsons. She is predeceased by her beloved husband of 50 years, Joseph Maxwell, and also her son, Dennis Maxwell and daughter Pamela VanBuren.
Cecelia is survived by a brother, Henry Bomhoff of Washington. A daughter, Bernadette Maxwell of Irondequoit. Two grandchildren, Chasity VanBuren (Joshua) of Oakfield. Jason VanBuren of Batavia, and 3 great grandsons, Josiah, Cayden, and Colton all of Oakfield. She will be deeply missed.
Services will be held Saturday, August 15, grave side, at St Cecilia's Cemetary at 11 AM. Service is open to all family and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family.

Mary Ann Boyd, 85 of Batavia passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.

She was born May 19, 1930 in Batavia, New York, the daughter of the late John and Ruth Ramsey Pickert.

Mrs. Boyd was a lifelong Batavia resident, who worked for Metropolitan Insurance after graduating from Batavia High School. After raising her four children, she then went on to work as a secretary for the Batavia City Fire Department. She retired from the fire department in 1995 and considered the force there her “second family”.

Mary Ann loved her family, and was a dedicated member of Saint Mary’s church, where she was a member of the Alter and Rosary Society. In the past, she volunteered on the cleaning committee for the church and also in local nursing homes. She was a lover and avid supporter of all animals. Her two current cats “Hope” and “Bandit” were always a constant topic of conversation even during her recent illness. Her caring heart will be forever remembered by all she loved.

Mrs. Boyd’s loving husband of 65 years, Ronald E. Boyd passed away on July 9, 2015.

She is survived by three sons, Ronald J (Betsy) Boyd of Raleigh, NC, Daniel M. (Shirley) Boyd of Batavia, and Michael J Boyd of Batavia. One daughter, Suzanne (Steven) Kabel of Black Mountain, NC. Seven grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. 

Mrs. Boyd is also survived by her brother-in-law Gilbert Boyd and sister-in-law June Wolcott, both of Batavia. She was also the sister to the late John Pickert Jr. and Ruth Pickert Briggs.

There are no prior calling hours. Services will be held on Monday, August 17, 2015 at 9:30 am at St. Mary’s Church, 18 Ellicott Street in Batavia. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to St. Mary’s Church, 18 Ellicott Avenue, Batavia, New York 14020 or to All Babies Cherished Pregnancy Assistance Center, 445 Ellicott Street, Batavia, New York 14020. Mrs. Boyd will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum, Batavia. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

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