Obituaries

ELSIE M. WOODWORTH (TIBERIO-ELLIS) - Age 91, formerly of Batavia, died peacefully at home on May 30, 2014 in Fort Myers, FL. She was born August 29, 1922 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Tito Tiberio & Margaret Mondo (Torcello-Tiberio), also preceded in death by her husband, Deane P. Woodworth; step-father, George J. Mondo; brother, Nicholas J. Tiberio and daughter, Sherry Woodworth-Farnsworth.

   Elsie was a loyal member of the Batavia High School Class of 1939 and was employed by New York Bell Telephone Co. (1950-1977) and was a life-time member of the Telephone Pioneers of America.

   Her faith was the core of her life, as a member of St. Anthony's Roman Catholic Church, she was active in the Altar & Rosary Society and was Director of the Catholic Youth Organization. In 1965 she received the Pro Deo Et Juventute Award from the Bishop of Buffalo for outstanding service, loyalty and devotion to youth.

   Wherever she lived, Elsie believed in service to her community. In her young adult years in Batavia, she volunteered at St. Jerome's Hospital and while living in Stafford, NY, she belonged to the Stafford Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary.

   She expressed her youthful spirit through dance, tennis, golf and quality time with family and friends. She was an enthusiastic supporter of her grandchildren, attending many special activities. Elsie was proud to be a devoted New York Yankee, Buffalo Bills and University of Notre Dame Football fan.

   Surviving are her loving children, John Ellis, Ann Marie Ellis, James Woodworth, Susan (James) Woodworth-Moore and Susan (James) Flagg; her legacy includes 13 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren along with many cousins, nieces, nephews and special friends.

   Family and friends are invited to attend Elsie's Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 a.m. Saturday August 9, 2014 at Ascension Parish, corner of Swan & Sumner Streets. Burial will be in Morganville Cemetery in Stafford and memorials in her memory are suggested to Hope Hospice 9470 HealthPark Circle Fort Myers, FL 33908; Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL 60607 or a favorite charity.           

Please share your memories of Elsie, with her family at www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information call Michael at (585)343-7500. 

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

Ralph E. Mucher Jr., 79, of Attica passed away August 2, 2014. He was born August 18, 1934 in Atlantic City, NJ to the late Ralph E. (Esther Cake) Mucher Sr.

Mr. Mucher retired as contractor of Mucher Erectors in Warsaw.  He was a member of the Attica Town Board, the Attica Lions Club, and the Attica Golf Club.  He was on the Letchworth and Alfred wrestling teams and was known for always saying “first man to take the mat.”

Ralph is survived by his sons, Ralph (Susan) Mucher III of Warsaw; Michael Mucher of Batavia; Douglas (Kristen) of East Aurora; daughters, Cari Mucher Mannillo of Rochester; Doni Mucher Reynolds of OH; Marci Mucher Rowell of Buffalo; brothers, Gilbert (Ellie) Mucher of FL; Peter (Mary) Mucher of TN; Philip (Pat) Mucher of FL; Coulson (Mimi) Mucher of NC; Martin (Jean) Mucher of Batavia; sister Esther (Brent) Bradley of TN; 12 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren survive along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to attend calling hours on Friday August 15, 2014 from 4 to 7 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Attica Lions Club PO Box 6 Attica, New York 14011 or the Attica Rescue Squad 11 Water Street Attica, New York 14011. For more information please call (585) 591-1212or 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.

LeRoy ~ Stanley R. Ugorek, age 82, of South St. Rd, formerly of Mill St.,  passed away Sunday evening (Aug. 3, 2014) in the loving presence of his family.

     Mr. Ugorek was born May 2, 1932 in Albion, a son of the late Stanley and Stella Chrzan Ugorek.

     He will be remembered as a loving father and grandfather, who cherished his time with his family.

     Mr. Ugorek is survived by his children, Mary Ann (Michael) Sullivan of LeRoy, Stanley Ugorek of San Diego, CA and JoAnn (David) Shaffer of Mooresville, NC; his grandchildren, Michael (Morgan) Sullivan, Lindsey (Craig) Johnson, Jacob Sullivan, Kelsey Sullivan, Danielle Shaffer and Emily Shaffer; his great-grandchildren, Holden and Harper; a brother, John (Barbara) Ugorek of Albion; sisters, Geraldine Janus of Rochester, Arlene (Earl) Burlock of Oakfield and Jeannette Ugorek of Albion, along with many nieces and nephews. 

     In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Mary Lodico Ugorek and his sister, Frances Ugorek.

     Mr. Ugorek's family would like to extend their heartfelt appreciation to Cindy and Dave of South Street Senior Care Facility for the professional and loving care they provided to their father and grandfather for over 2 years.

     Family and friends may call on Wednesday from 5 ~ 8 at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy.  His Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish - St. Joseph's Oratory, 27 Lake St., LeRoy, with interment to follow in St. Francis Cemetery.

     The courtesy of no flowers is requested, with memorials suggested to Our Lady of Mercy Parish, 44 Lake Street, LeRoy, N.Y. 14482.

     Your memories and condolences may be offered to Mr. Ugorek's family at www.falconefuneralhome.com.

BERNARD J. GAZDA - Age 79, of Darien Center, died peacefully Wednesday July 30, 2014 at Elderwood Health Care in Cheektowaga with his loving family at his side. He was born August 20, 1934 in Buffalo, a son of the late John & Ida (Kolis) Gazda. In 2010, he was preceded in death by his son, Brian J. Gazda. He was also preceded by his siblings, Rose, Helen, Emily, Stanley, Eugenia and Richard.

   Mr. Gazda was a long time member of St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish in Corfu and was retired from York International in Buffalo. Bernie was actively involved in the Darien Seniors group, enjoyed traveling, spending time with his dog, Ebony and was an incredibly devoted family man.

   Surviving is his beloved wife of 58 years, Cornelia (Krygier) Gazda of Darien Center;  his beloved children, Bernard F. (Laura) Gazda of Corfu, Karen (John) Kattato of Lima and Pamela McDivitt of  Reston, Virginia; brother, Ted Gazda of Cheektowaga; sister, Alice Castiglione of FL; 6 grandchildren, Kelly & Michael Mustillo; Amanda, Allison & Connor Kattato & Evan McDivitt along with many nieces and nephews.

   Family and friends may visit from 6-8 p.m. Sunday Aug. 3 and 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Monday Aug. 4 at the Michael S. Tomaszewki Funeral & Cremation Chapel, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road, New York 14020 where prayers will be recited 10:00 a.m. Tuesday Aug. 5 followed by a 11:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish (Corfu Site). He will be entombed in the Morningstar Mausoleum in St. Adalbert's Cemetery in Lancaster. Memorials in his memory are suggested to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Western & Central New York 4043 Maple Road Suite 105 Amherst, New York 14226 or to the Bernie Gazda Memorial Fund c/o Firstlight Home Care of East Buffalo 6245 Sheridan Drive Suite 114 Williamsville, New York 14221.           

Please share your memories of Bernie, with his family at www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information call Michael at (585)343-7500. 

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