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Patricia A. Derleth

By T.J. Woodward

Patricia A. Derleth, 75, of Batavia passed away Thursday February 5, 2015 at United Memorial Medical Center.  She was born March 7, 1939 in Rochester to the late Francis (Hazel Pendleton) Farrell. She is preceded in death by her 3 brothers and 2 sisters. 

Mrs. Derleth and her husband John owned the Byron Hotel for 25 years. She was a member of Resurrection Parish and enjoyed doing various crafts.

Patricia is survived by her loving husband John J. Derleth of Batavia; children Mary Moskal of Batavia, Roy (Nancy) Johnson of NH, Wade (life partner Kevin) Johnson of NC, Christine (Richard) Thomas of Buffalo, Shirley (Allen) Shaffer of FL, John (Betty) Derleth Jr. of NC; 17 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be private.  A 12:00 Noon Mass of Christian Burial will take place Monday February 9, 2015 at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph’s) 303 East Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.  She will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Genesee Cancer Assistance 16 Bank Street Batavia, New York 14020. 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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