Obituaries

Pasquale E. "Patsy" Cesarano. 77, of Batavia, died Friday (January 6. 2010) at Rochester General Hospital.

He was born in Batavia on March 29, 1934, a son of the late Joseph and Elnora Griswold Cesarano. 

Mr. Cesarano was a US Army Veteran having served with the 1st Infantry Division during the Korean conflict.  He was retired from Rochester Products division of General Motors where he was a machinist.  He was also a life member of St. Anthony's Church.

Surviving is his wife of over 55 years, Patricia "Patty" Minuto Cesarano whom he married on October 13, 1956.  Five Sons: Joseph (Wendy) Cesarano of Port Charlotte, FL, Thomas (Amy) Cesarano of Albany, NY, Patrick Cesarano of Chattenooga, TN, Robert (Debra) Cesarano of Oakfield and Michael (Denise) Cesarano of Mumford.  Seven grandchildren: Jason (Shannon), Michael, Matthew, Robert Jr., Kristina, Cody and Nicholas Cesarano.  Two great grandchildren; Sabastian and Shiori Cesarano.  Sisters in law: Mary Cesarano of Miami, FL and Mary Cesarano of St. Petersburg, FL. Nieces and nephews also survive.

Friends of the family are cordially invited to share their thoughts, condolences and fond memories with the family at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, ON MONDAY FROM 4 - 8 PM.  Prayers will be Tuesday at 9:15 AM at the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM at Ascension Parish.  Entombment with full military honors will follow at St. Joseph's Cemetery.

Those desiring may make memorial contribution to St. Jude Childrens Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Way, Memphis TN. 38105.

Expressions of condolence may be made at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

Arrangements were entrusted to the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA.  RONALD P. KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR & PROPRIETOR.

     Age 61, of Batavia, died Tuesday January 3, 2012 at his home. He was born March 30, 1950 in Batavia, son of the late Eugene Frances (Waldorf) Jack. A United States Army Veteran of the Vietnam War and a 40 year employee of the Genesee County Highway Dept. Mike was a quiet man who enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and classic cars.

     Surviving is his mother Arlene Jack of Williamsville; daughters Terra (Carroll) Breemes of SC and Michelle (Thomas) Roth of Batavia; brother Donald (Gracia) Jack of Byron & sister Caroline Jack of Ohio; niece Amanda; nephews Jason & Matthew along with several cousins and friends.

     There is no prior visitation and funeral services will be held privately by his family. In lieu of flowers memorials in Mike's memory are suggested to the Genesee County Joint Veteran's Council c/o James Neider 5567 Horseshoe Lake Road Stafford, New York 14143. Burial will be in St. Theresa's Cemetery in Akron and for more information please call Michael at (585)343-7500.

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

Gerald F. Ridley, 92 of Batavia, formerly of LeRoy, died peacefully Tuesday ( January 3, 2012) at the New York State Veterans Home in Batavia.

He was born July 30, 1919 in Batavia, the son of the late Frederick and Louise Hawkins Ridley.

Mr. Ridley was a Navy Veteran of WWII and was employed by Fix Printing in Batavia prior to his retirement.   He enjoyed playing golf, reading and was a very handy carpenter.  But most of all he was a hero to his family and will be missed by all who had their life touched by him.

He was predeceased by his wife Arline Hyback Ridley on August 27, 2008.

Survivors include his two daughters, Karen (Brian) Cass of West Falls, NY and Patricia (Bruce MacCowan) Ridley of LeRoy.  Three grandchildren, Alice (Philip) Hendershott, Matt (Louann) Reamer and Melissa (Ryan) Gaebler.  Three great-grandchildren, Daniel and Zachary Hendersott and Alexis Reamer.  Several nieces and nephews.

He was also predeceased by his ten brothers and sisters.

A memorial service will be Saturday (January 7^th), 2pm at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 1 West Main St., LeRoy, NY 14482.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Genesee County Animal Shelter.

Expressions of condolence may be made at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

Arrangements were entrusted to the J. Leonard McAndrew Funeral Home, LLC, 2 Bogue Avenue, Batavia, NY 14020. Ronald P. Konieczny II, Director & Proprietor.

Catherine M. Darch, 76 of Batavia died January 1, 2012 at United Memorial Medical Center. She was born March 29, 1935 in Batavia to the late Frank (Assunta DeCelso) DiFilippo. Catherine was retired from WROTB in Batavia where she worked for many years as a telephone supervisor. She was a member of Ascension Parish (St. Anthony’s Church) where she was very active, a member of the Altar and Rosary Society and she formerly taught CCD classes. She loved her family and entertaining company. She is preceded in death by her brothers Nicholas, Rocco, Joseph, Victor, Frank Jr. and Vincent DiFilippo.
                                                                                                                        
Catherine  is survived by her beloved husband Robert L. Darch of Batavia, son Kenneth (Angela) Darch of Batavia, daughter Cynthia (Kenneth) Kowalik of Elba, one brother Carmen (Penny) DiFilippo of Batavia. 5 Grandchildren Robert (Michelle) Darch of Batavia, Rebecca Darch of Buffalo, Ryan Darch of Batavia, Eric and Chad Kowalik both of Elba and one great grandchild Dominic Darch; brother-in-law Lawrence (Dee) Darch of FL, four sisters-in-law Bernice, Veronica, Susan and Amelia DiFilippo survive along with many nieces and nephews. 

Friends are invited to call on Thursday January 5, 2012 from 4 to 8 PM at the Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020. Prayers  will be recited 12 Noon Friday January 6, 2012at the funeral home followed by a 12:30 PM Mass of Christian Burial in Ascension Parish (St. Anthony’s Church), 122 Liberty Street, Batavia, New York. Interment will take place in Grand View Cemetery, Batavia, NY.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to the Pulmonary and Critical Care Unit at Strong Memorial Hospital, 601 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, NY 14602. For more information or to sign the online guest registry please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or call (585) 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.