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Alexandra J. "Sandy" Slack

By Ronald Konieczny
Alexandra J. “Sandy” Slack, 68 of Batavia, passed away on Saturday (April 25, 2015) at her residence.
 
She was born May 27, 1946 in Rochester, NY, a daughter of the late Francis and Lily Shavel Peel.
 
Sandy was employed at Tops Market in Batavia as a clerk prior to her retirement.
 
Survivors include a son, John Paul Slack of Batavia. Brother, Dennis (Brenda) Peel of Brighton. Aunts, Mary Peel and Agnes Vandermark, both of Newburgh NY and Jeanne Sherman of New Windsor, NY.
 
There will be no prior visitation. Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family.
 
Memorial contributions may be made to the Lollypop Farm Humane Society of Greater Rochester, 99 Victor Rd., Fairport, NY 14450. 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.

Fred J. Beck

By T.J. Woodward

Fred J. Beck, 71 of Attica, passed away on Friday April 24, 2015 at Wyoming County Community Hospital in Warsaw. He was born September 29, 1943 in Attica, to the late Albert (Frances Peuckert) Beck, Sr.. Fred is preceded in death by a son Freddie Beck; brothers Peter, Edward, Bill Beck and sister Lynn Kammerer.

Mr. Beck owned and operated B & W Construction in Attica. He was a past member of Knights of Columbus, the Warsaw Moose and Warsaw Vets Club. He enjoyed playing cards, golfing, bowling and horseshoes. Fred loved to tinker in the barn, work on old cars, being in the woods and cutting wood. He was a very handy man and was capable of fixing just about anything.

He is survived by his beloved wife Melody D. (Brotherton) Beck of Attica; children Robert (Jennifer) Beck of Attica; Peggy (John) Protulipac of Pavilion; Scott (Paula) Beck of Attica; Jamie (Marilyn) Beck of Pawling; Sarah (Chris) Wahl of Somerset; 15 grandchildren, Andy (Alexis), Adam, Allison, Rachel, Luke, Amanda (Jeremey), Katie, Steven, Joshua, Nathan, Elizabeth, Noah, Andrew, Daniel, Jakob; 4 great-grandchildren Kasey, Peyton, Tyson, and Sadie; brothers Carl (Nancy), Albert (Jeanne), Mike (Julie) Beck; sisters Gretel (Larry) Laing, Frances Beck, Pat (Dan) Racine, Edith Haise, along with many, many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Monday April 27, 2015 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, NY 14011. An 11:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday April 28, 2015 at Sts Joachim & Anne Parish 50 East Ave. Attica, NY 14011. He will be laid to rest in St. Vincent’s Cemetery, Attica.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Attica Rescue Squad 11 Water St. Attica, NY 14011; Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at www.lls.org; Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America www.ccfa.org. 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.

Douglas W. Mess

By T.J. Woodward

Douglas W. Mess, 52, of Attica died suddenly Monday April 20, 2015 at his home.  He was born on May 15, 1962 in Rochester to the late Douglas Mess and Joyce Englert.

Doug worked as a Supervisor at Baskin Livestock in Batavia.  He was a long time farmer and a member of the Farm Bureau, the FFA while in school and was known as a great mechanic. 

He is survived by 4 sons; Douglas Mess, Matthew Zubek, Michael and James Mess all of Attica; sister Laura (Floyd) Scott of Perry and brother Robert Mess of Georgia; step-mother Rosetta Mess of OR; 3 step brothers Dan (Sandy) Brinlee, Steve (Kathy) Brinlee of OR; Larry (Barb) Brinlee of LA and a step sister Leval (Mike) Minten of OR along with many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

An 11:00AM Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday April 29, 2015 at the Alexander Fire Hall on Route 98 in Alexander, New York. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family. 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 Street Attica, New York 14011.

June F. Chamberlain

By Joshua Smith

Elba - June F. Chamberlain, 88, of Elba, passed away Monday (April 20, 2015) at her home in Elba.

June was born January 5, 1927 in Buffalo, a daughter of the late George and Marguerite (Poole) Ames.

June was a homemaker, who helped her husband on the farm.  She loved Snoopy, family genealogy and on October 4, 2014 June was inducted into the Oakfield-Alabama Alumni Hall of Fame.  June was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Holland Land Office, First Presbyterian Church of Elba and the Historical Societies of Elba, Oakfield and Pembroke.

Survivors include her children, Marjorie (Charles) Pangrazio, Wade (Nellie) Chamberlain, Herb Chamberlain and Roy (Pam) Chamberlain, all of Elba; her grandchildren, Todd (Sue) Pangrazio, Charles (Barb) Pangrazio Jr., Stephanie (Bob) Porter, Kevin (Rachael) Pangrazio, Cary (Rhonda) Pangrazio, Tony (Tonya) Pangrazio, Neal (Maryanne) Chamberlain, Benjamin Chamberlain, Dawn Riddell, Herb Chamberlain Jr., Zachary (Leah) Chamberlain, Ashley (Jay) Chamberlain and Shannon Lamie; twenty-five great-grandchildren; one brother, George (Roberta) Ames of Churchville and several nieces and nephews.

June is the wife of the late Carl Chamberlain and sister of the late Robert Ames and Betty Lawton.

There are no prior calling hours.  A Time of Gathering will be Wednesday at 5:00 p.m. at the Elba Fireman's Recreation Hall, 7143 Oak Orchard Road, Elba.  Burial will be in Reed Cemetery, Oakfield.

Memorials may be made to Elba Historical Society, P.O. Box 24, Elba, NY 14058 or National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, Office of Development, 1776 D Street NW, Washington, DC 20006-5303 or online at www.dar.org/giving. 

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

Arrangements were completed by the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Batavia, (585) 343-8868.

Josephine P. Natolie

By T.J. Woodward

Josephine P. Natolie, 98 of Batavia passed away peacefully on Thursday April 23, 2015 at LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.  She was born November 22, 1916 in Buffalo to the late Frank (Rose Massa) Sardina. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Joseph Natolie in 2003, brothers Frank and Samuel Sardina, sister Ann Desimone.

Mrs. Natolie worked for 20 years at GTE Sylvania. She was a longtime member of Ascension Parish and honorary member of the former St. Nicholas Social Club. Mrs. Natolie enjoyed Bingo, playing cards and going to Las Vegas. She was extremely family oriented and was known for making amazing meatballs.

She is survived by her daughters Rosemarie (Donald) Suozzi, Carol (Robert) Frongetta; both of Batavia; grandchildren Donna Suozzi, Jacqueline Suozzi, Janice DellaPenna, Michael (Lancy) Frongetta all of Batavia, Mark (Erica) Frongetta of Elba; great-grandchildren Danielle and Gabrielle DellaPenna; Abigail, Alec, Benjamin and Sophia Frongetta; sister Rose LaGeorgia; sister-in-law Lois Sardina both of Perry; along with several nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours.  A 12:00PM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday April 25, 2015 at Ascension Parish 15 Sumner St. Batavia, NY 14020. She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Ascension Parish or to the Donor’s Choice. 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.

Jessie L. Huff

By T.J. Woodward

Jessie L. Huff, 92 of Lockport passed away Wednesday April 22, 2015 at the Newfane Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.  om She was born April 10, 1923 in Saybrook, PA to the late George (Harriet Custer) McClellan. She is preceded in death by her husband Richard L. Huff; brothers George and Gary and a sister Jane.

Jessie especially loved time with her family, her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and was a stalwart fan of the New York Yankees, rarely missing a game on TV. Her strong, kind, and loving heart got her through 92 good years.

She is survived by 3 sons; Daniel (Rachel) Huff of Wilson, Steven (Betsy Gilbert) Huff of Rochester and David (Shirley) Huff of Wesley Chapel, FL; 6 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.

Family and friends are invited to call on Sunday April 26, 2015 from 1PM – 3PM & 5PM – 7PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00AM on Monday April 27, 2015 at the funeral home. She will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery in Attica.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to The First Baptist Church of Attica Mission Fund 3 Prospect Street Attica, New York 14011. 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 Street Attica, New York 14011.

Irene H. Gates

By Joshua Smith


Irene H. Gates of Batavia passed away on Tuesday (April 21, 2015) at United Memorial Hospital.     Born in Worthington, Pennsylvania, Irene was the third child and second daughter of Hamilton Smith Hogg and Bertha Bundy Hogg.  Her father owned the Buffalo Valley Dairy farm, and her family still loves to collect old milk bottles from the dairy. She is survived by her husband of more than 58 years, Ira M. Gates; brother Frank Hogg (Martha) of Kittanning, PA; daughters Susan J. Blanchard (Tom) of Lockport, NY, Evalyn I. Gates (Eric Pelander) of Cleveland, Ohio, and Cheryl L. Gates of Batavia; grandchildren Kate Kleismit (Jeff) of Lockport, Anna Blanchard of Pittsburgh, PA, Greg Pelander (Shawna) of Portland, OR, Jordan Pelander (Nicole) of Los Angeles, CA, and Kendall Pelander of Chicago, IL; great-grandson Nathan Kleismit; and many nieces and nephews.

Irene was an intrepid adventurer and traveler – she had been to all 50 states in the U.S. as well as to countries around the globe including Russia, Peru, Scotland, Ireland, and a trip through the Panama Canal.  She would take off at a moment’s notice to visit family and friends whether across town or across the country.  Each spring she traveled with family and friend to Jekyll Island, Georgia, where she enjoyed golf and long walks on the beach.  Part of her travels were for her work on the genealogy of her family, as well for many other families who called upon her expertise in tracing their roots.  She was a long-time member of the Genesee County Genealogical Society and was co-author of a commissioned book for the Paolo Busti Cultural Foundation on the genealogy of Batavia’s Italian community, The Legacy of Italian-American Families in Genesee County, New York.

A talented seamstress, Irene enjoyed making beautiful and unique clothes for herself and her family, and the Halloween costumes she created for her daughters won many prizes.  She was an avid and expert bridge player, and was a member of many bridge and duplicate bridge clubs. An avid reader, she spent hours at Batavia’s Richmond Memorial library, and she enjoyed playing the piano for her own enjoyment.  Summers would find her on the golf course at the Stafford Country Club, where she and her husband were members for many years.

Irene was a dedicated leader in the volunteer community, serving on the board of Genesee Memorial Hospital, chairing the Annual Gala of the Genesee Memorial Hospital League in the 1970’s, and leading the local chapter of the Girl Scouts as well as serving as chair of the annual cookie sale.  She was a Deacon of the First Presbyterian Church and active in the youth program when her children were young.

An energetic and loving grandmother, she enjoyed many adventures with her grandchildren, teaching them how to find shark’s teeth, sharing stories of her youth  and taking them to pick many buckets of blueberries. 

Services will be held this Saturday at the First Presbyterian Church, 300 East Main Street, Batavia N.Y. The family will receive family and friends at the church at 3:00 p.m in the church parlor; services will begin in the Sanctuary at 4:00 p.m. and there will be a supper in the church Fellowship Hall immediately following the service.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Irene may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, of Batavia; the David & Ilene Flaum Eye Institute at the University of Rochester, 601 Elmwood Avenue, Box 659, Rochester, NY 14642; or the Richmond Memorial Library, 19 Ross Street, Batavia, N.Y. 14020.

To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com

Arrangements for Mrs. Gates are being handled by the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.

WALTER D. BUCK

By Joshua Smith

Stafford - Walter D. Buck, 86, of Stafford, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at his home under the care of HomeCare & Hospice.

Mr. Buck was born October 10, 1928 in Elba, the son of the late Walter and Florence Hill Buck.

He served in the United States Navy during and after World War II as a radio man. He was employed at Graham Manufacturing in Batavia, where he retired and was a member of the VFW (Beachhead) in Alexander.

He is the father of the late Walter M. Buck and brother of the late Beverly (Reid) Daum and Beulah (Roy) Daly.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Betty (Marsceill) Buck; his sister, Midge (Robert) Adams of Elba; four children, Toni (Mark) Dixson of Batavia, Dale Buck of Oakfield, Janice (Timothy) Forster of Dayton, and Carrie (Randy) Rieser of Darien Center; 14 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and two more coming this year and several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Sunday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia, where services will follow at 3 p.m. Burial, with full military honors, will follow in Grand View Cemetery, Batavia. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in Walter’s name to HomeCare & Hospice, 29 Liberty Street, Suite #6, Batavia, New York 14020.

To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

 

Gladys M. Kedzierski

By Ronald Konieczny

Gladys M. Kedzierski, 96 of Batavia and formerly of Oakfield, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Wednesday (April 15, 2015) at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.

She was born April 8, 1919 in Oakfield, NY, a daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine Placek Balonek.

Gladys was a beautician for most of her life and a greeter at the former Kings Department Store in Batavia prior to her retirement.  She was also a member of St. Padre Pio Parish in Oakfield.

She was predeceased by her husband, Casimer Kedzierski  in 1996 and several brothers and sisters.

Survivors include three sons, Eugene (Karen) Kedzierski of North Carolina, Theodore (Judy) Kedzierski of Oakfield and Lee (John Dickerson) Kedzierski of Rochester.  Five  grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive.

There will be no prior visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, June 6th at 10:00am at St. Padre Pio Parish, 56 Maple Ave., Oakfield.  Burial will follow in St. Cecelia Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home Recreational Program, 10 Munson St., LeRoy, NY 14482. 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.

Thelma C. Montreal

By Joshua Smith

Batavia - Thelma C. Montreal, 81, of Batavia, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2015 at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Facility.

Mrs. Montreal was born May 6, 1933 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Laverne and Doris Dorman Wood.

A longtime member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Batavia, she was active in several church ministries including the quilting ministry. A current member of the board of directors of the Genesee ARC, she served as an advocate for residents and also served as president of the board of directors.

She will be remembered by her family as a wonderfully caring person who was always willing to help and would put the needs of others first.

She loved traveling with her family and was also a member of NARFE.

Thelma was a registered nurse for the veteran's hospitals in Batavia, Buffalo and New Mexico. Education was very important to her and she obtained her Master's Degree while working and raising her family.

She is predeceased by her husband, Frank Montreal.

She is survived by her children, Carol Montreal and Susan Montreal, both of Batavia and Thomas Montreal of East Pembroke; her son-in-law, Donald Myers of Batavia; five grandchildren; her sisters,  Roberta Baker and Beatrice Mulcahy, both of Florida; her brother,  Wayne (Karen) Wood of Alabama and several nieces and nephews also survive.

She is the mother of the late Kathleen D. Montreal who passed away on December 13, 2014 and sister of the late Dale Wood.

Friends may call on Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia, where her services will follow at 7 p.m. She will be interred in East Bethany Cemetery. Please consider memorials to Genesee ARC, 64 Walnut Street, Batavia, New York 14020.

To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

NANCY L. (NEWCOMER) LAWSON

By Michael Tomaszewski

NANCY L. (NEWCOMER) LAWSON - age 74, formerly of Corfu died peacefully Sunday afternoon April 12, 2015 in the care of her loving family. She was born April 17, 1940 in Turtle Creek, PA a daughter of the late John Robert and Dorothy (Fuhs) Newcomer also preceded in death by brother, Robert and sister-in-law, Jean Newcomer.

   Nancy was very artistically inclined you could always find her doing some type of craft, either knitting or crocheting a hat or blanket for somebody, painting a wood figurine or drawing a picture fee hand. She was always actively involved in the Home Bureau and PTA when her children were in school. She was a member of the Pembroke Historical Association in which she was involved with the Brick House Corners Fair until her declining health no longer allowed her to participate.

   A devoted mother and wife who was always willing to help out anyone in need, she will be sadly missed by her family and all who knew her.

   Surviving are her devoted children, John Sr. (Julie) of Corfu, Shirley, Jim (Terri), Bill (Rosann) all of Batavia; grandchildren, John Jr. (Jessica), Jennifer (Jesse) Stocking all of Corfu; Bruce and Jacob Lawson of Batavia; great-grandson, Waylon Lawson of Corfu; brother, Donald Newcomer of Lancaster along with many nieces and nephews..

   There is no prior visitation and funeral services will be held privately by the family. Memorials in Nancy's memory can be made to a charity of the donor's choice  

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

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

 

 

Nellie Anna Bundrock

By Ronald Konieczny
Nellie Anna Bundrock, 91 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Thursday (April 16, 2015) at the Batavia Health Care Center. 
 
She was born February 20, 1924 in Clarendon, NY, a daughter of the late Claude and Margaret Kerr Brooks. 
 
Nellie grew up in Clarendon and lived most of her life in the Batavia area. She was employed by Sylvania in Batavia, General Electric and Black & Decker in Brockport prior to her retirement.  She was a resident of the 400 Towers in Batavia for 28 years and enjoyed playing bingo and visiting with her fellow residents. 
 
Nellie was predeceased by her husband, Melvin Bundrock who died in 1991 and her two brothers, Robert Brooks and William Brooks, both of Clarendon. 
 
Survivors include two sons, Brian (Barbara) Bundrock of Batavia and Brad Brooks and friend Kathy of Medina. Two daughters, Claudia (Brian) Dzuba of Binghamton and Sharon Rhodes and friend Mikey of Michigan. Also surviving are several grandchildren and great-grandchildren living in New York, Kentucky and Michigan. She was known as Grandma Mo by her grandchildren. 
 
Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family with burial in Hillside Cemetery in Holley, NY. Memorials may be made to the family and expressions of condolence may be shared 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.

Alan H. Myers

By Joshua Smith

Oakfield - Alan H. Myers, 88, of Oakfield, died Thursday, April 16, 2015 at his home while under Homecare and Hospice.

Mr. Myers was born January 24, 1927 in Batavia, a son of the late Charles and Marion (Balfour) Myers.

At age 11, he worked for adult wages on the Elba muck.  He delivered newspapers by bicycle, set bowling pins, and in the winter, ran a muskrat trap line.  He served during WWII with the U.S. Marine Corp and was awarded medals for marksmanship.  He was stationed in Guantanamo Bay Naval Base in Cuba. 

After an honorable military discharge, he was employed by U.S. Gypsum for 11 years and survived severe injuries from a mine tunnel collapse.  He farmed and ran a chicken egg business. 

He was trained as a draftsman under the Kennedy-Johnson Jobs program in 1952 and retired in 1989 from Eastman Kodak Co. as a master draftsman engineer.

Al Myers was an exceptional craftsman in home repair and antique restorations and a gifted landscaper.  His land and home was his passion.  An avid naturalist and protector of wildlife, Al was also a marble shooter, game player, chess player, hunter, lover of dogs, cats, and Laurel & Hardy.  He was a renowned billiards player, friend of Native Americans, and a Civil War enthusiast.  He helped found the 44th NY Volunteer Civil War Regiment and was instrumental in the development of the North South Skirmish Association, where he won many marksmanship medals in antique firearms competitions. 

He delighted in driving his restored 1941 military Jeep in local parades.  His sense of humor was beloved by friends and relatives.  He was a member and Past Commander of the Hiram G. Luhman Post 626 American Legion where served on the honor’s team and was active in the Memorial Day Flag Program, placing American flags on Veteran’s graves in many local cemeteries.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Ruth (Rectenwald) Myers, whom he married on July 9, 1949; four children, Stephen (Bertha) Myers of Chicago, Patricia Smith of Oakfield, Jean (Edward) Seeber of Plattsburgh and Bonnie Madden of Oakfield; 9 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.  

Friends may call from 2 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday at H.E. Turner & Co, Inc., 403 East Main St., Batavia.  A Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m., Wednesday at St. Padre Pio Parish, St. Cecilia's Worship Site, 56 Maple Avenue in Oakfield.  Memorials may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, 370 7th Avenue, Suite 1802, New York, NY 10001.  Burial will be in St. Cecelia's Cemetery, Oakfield. 

Cynthia (Wrotniak) Sanger

By T.J. Woodward

 

Cynthia (Wrotniak) Sanger, 55, of Bennington passed away April 14, 2015 at United Memorial Medical Center. She was born February 11, 1960 in Batavia to the late Richard (Audrey Baker) Wrotniak. She is preceded in death by her brothers Richard and Robert Wrotniak.

Cynthia recently retired from the New York State School for the Blind where she worked for 34 years. She enjoyed traveling, going to garage sales and flea markets.  She loved to read and do puzzles.

She is survived by her loving husband of 34 years Ronald Sanger of Bennington; brother Dan (Cindy) Wrotniak of Bennington and sister Kathy (Robert Nelson) Altmer; nephews Richard Wrotniak, James (Gwen) Wrotniak and Brad (Stacie) Wrotniak and nieces Sara and Emily along with great nieces Roxie and Annabelle.

There will be no prior calling hours. An 11:00 AM Memorial Service will be held on Saturday April 25, 2015 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Bennington Center.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to a charity of your choice. For more information please call 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

Marie A. Cima

By T.J. Woodward

Marie A. Cima, 87 of Corfu, passed away peacefully on Monday April 13, 2015 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. She was born January 19, 1928 in Penn, Pennsylvania to the late Anthony (Stella Kazariewieczz) Norkin. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Samuel Cima.  

She was a member of St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish. Mrs. Cima worked her whole life in the restaurant business, owning some with her husband. She and Sam enjoyed traveling and wintering in Florida.  Marie was an avid Buffalo Bills fan and it was common to hear cheering for them on any given Sunday.  She truly loved her family and her face would light up whenever she talked about her granddaughters with whom she shared a very special bond.

She is survived by her son John (Karen) Cima of Corfu; daughters Patricia (Ward) Karns of Fremont, CA; JoAnne (Robert) Osburn of Kirkwood, MO; three granddaughters Caitlin, Allison Cima; Maggie (Mitchell Barklage) Osburn along with many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. A 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday April 18, 2015 in St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish (Holy Name of Mary) 8656 Church St. East Pembroke, NY 14056. She will be laid to rest at Hillside Cemetery, E. Pembroke.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Palliative Care Program at Strong Memorial Hospital 601 Elmwood Ave. Rochester, NY 14642 or to St. Maximilian Kolbe 18 West Main Street Corfu, NY 14036 and The Senior Center at the Genesee County Office for The Aging 2 Bank ST. Batavia. 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.
 

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