Obituaries

GLORIA G. NEUBERT - age 81, of Batavia, NY died Tuesday morning March 17, 2015 at United Memorial Medical Center with her family by her side. She was born July 9, 1933 in Batavia to the late Sidney John and Rose Matilda (Taber) Gear also preceded in death by her husband, Francis C. "Frank" Neubert and siblings, Barbara Bowen and Ronald Gear.

   Gloria was an operator for 35 years with the former NY Telephone, a longtime member of Resurrection Parish and member of the former Red Hats. She was an avid golfer, enjoyed traveling and being on the go but most important to her was her family, especially her grandchildren.

   Surviving are her loving children, Frank (Frances) Neubert of Syracuse, Sue Giamartino of Ballston Spa, NY and Christina (Michael "Skinny") Rose of Batavia; brothers, William Gear of AZ, Arthur (Fran) Gear of Batavia, Sidney (Laura) Gear of Rochester, David Gear of Batavia; brother-in-law, Alex (Mary) Neubert of Batavia; 6 grandchildren, Chris and Keith Neubert, David (Kate) & Daniel Giamartino, Michael and Sydney Rose along with many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

   Gloria's family will be present from 4-8 p.m. Thursday March 19, 2015 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020 where prayers will be recited 9:00 a.m. Friday March 20 followed by a 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph's Site), she will be entombed in the Monsignor Francis L. Schwartz Mausoleum with her late husband. Memorials in her memory can be made to Genesee Cancer Assistance, Inc. 16 Bank Street Batavia, New York, Crossroads House 11 Liberty Street Batavia, New York or Homecare & Hospice, Inc. 29 Liberty Street Ste. 6 Batavia, New York 14020.  

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

BEVERLY J. "BEV" COWELL - age 72, of Conway, SC formerly of Corfu, NY died Monday March 9, 2015 at Grand Strand Medical Center in Myrtle Beach, SC surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 28, 1942 in Canada to the late Glenn and Violet (McCrone) Cowell also preceded in death by a brother, Glen Cowell Jr.

   Bev was an avid golfer and pilot who had a love of everything aviation. He will be remembered as a loving and devoted husband, wonderful father, grandfather and caring friend to all.

   Surviving is his beloved wife of 50 years, Sharon (Irrera) Cowell of Conway, SC; loving children, Christine (Karl Thiegles) Morse of Wayland, NY, Steven (Tammy) Cowell of Batavia, NY, Jacqueline (Tom) Carey of Marilla, NY and Michael (Jennelle) Cowell of N. Tonawanda, NY; brothers, William (Brenda) Cowell of Ontario, Canada, Donald (Shelly) Cowell of Calgary, Alberta; sisters-in-law, Marie (Leo) Reger of Conway, SC and Joan Cowell of Calgary, Alberta; 13 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren along with many nieces, nephews, golfing and flying buddies.

   Bev's family will be present from 4-8 p.m. Monday March 16, 2015 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020 where a Celebration of his life will take place 11:00 a.m. Tuesday March 17, 2015. In lieu of flowers memorials in his memory can be made to the American Stroke Association 20 Northpointe Parkway Buffalo, New York 14228.  

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

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

Catherine Riforgiato Conte entered into the haven of eternal peace on Wednesday, March 4, 2015 after a brief illness. At the time of her passing she was living in Florida with her daughter but was a resident of Batavia, New York for 63 years. She is predeceased by her loving husband, Lawrence, sister Jenny and brother Anthony.

She loved to cook, shop, garden and spend time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survived by three children: Barbara (David) Wedow of Jacksonville, Florida, Lawrence (Mary) Conte of Fairport, NY, and Gary (Anne) Conte of Chicago, Illinois; Seven grandchildren: Tammy, Tina, Gina, Beth, Kimberly, Kristin and Kevin and nine great grandchildren and numerous dear cousins.

Friends will be received from 2 to 6 P.M. on Sunday March 15, 2015 at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 9:30 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday March 16, 2015 at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph’s Church) 303 East Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum.

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

Viola A. Wight, 86, of Batavia passed away on Monday March 9, 2015 at Batavia Health Care Center. She was born October 14, 1928 in Byron to the late Raymond (Mabel Calkins) Worthington. She is preceded in death by her husband Leon E.Wight Sr. and brothers Ray, Roy, Spencer and Don Worthington. 

Prior to retirement Viola worked at Houghton College. She was a member of the Alexander united Methodist Church. Viola loved being a mother, grandmother. and enjoyed taking care of her family.

She is survived by her loving children Karen (Paul) Keller of East Pembroke, Mona (Rodney) Kilner of Batavia, Connie (Robert) Fischetti of Grantsville, MD, Leon Wight Jr. of Batavia, Becky (Samuel) McBride of Lynchburg, VA, Jeffrey Wight of Batavia, Scott (Melinda) Wight of Colcord, OK; brother James (Charlene) Worthington of FL; sisters Winnie Cook of Warsaw, Zoey Spink of Batavia; 16 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild along with several nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. A 1:00 PM Funeral Service will be held on Thursday March 19, 2015 at Alexander United Methodist Church 10540 Main Street Alexander, New York 14005.  

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Alexander United Methodist Church 10540 Main Street Alexander, New York 14005. 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.