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Wendy Michelle Bradley

Wendy Michelle Bradley, 42 of Akron, passed away suddenly on Saturday (July 19, 2014) in Springfield, PA. 

She was born in Batavia, NY on October 23, 1971, a daughter of the late James and Cherry (Stanley) Harlach.

Wendy was employed by KAMCO Supply of New England in Buffalo.  She will always be remembered by her smile and how her open heart welcomed everyone into her home and life.  She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Survivors include her husband, Michael Bradley of Akron. Children, Justin Michael Bradley and Jenna Michelle Bradley, both of Akron.  Step-children, Amanda (Andy) Swindall of Topeka, KS.  Grandchildren, Angelina, Garrett, Connor and Nathan.  Brothers, James (Jennifer) Harlach, Troy (Kelly) Harlach and Brian Harlach, all of Pembroke.  Brother and sister in-law, Ertis “Bud” (Meredith) Bradley of Edinburg, TX and Lynn (Steve) Carlo of Williamsville, NY.  Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share memories, condolences and thoughts on Thursday (July 24th) from 5-9pm at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 John St., Akron, NY.  Funeral services will be Friday, 11am at the funeral home.

Expressions of condolence may be shared with the family at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 JOHN ST., AKRON, NY 14001. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR & PROPRIETOR.

Dorothy Parsons

Dorothy Parsons, 96, of Batavia passed away on July 20, 2014 at Genesee County Nursing Home. She was born December 3, 1917 in Batavia to the late Edward (Mary Jane Dean) Myers. She is preceded in death by her son Jack Parsons Jr.

Dorothy was a retired Senior Social Welfare Examiner for Genesee County Social Services. She was active in the former Rainbow Club at the YWCA; volunteered at Planned Parenthood and a member of the Professional Business Women’s Group.  Dorothy was known for being a great baker especially her signature chocolate chip cookies and fudge.  She fostered many animals over the years and had an amazing love for them, especially her cats.

Dorothy is survived by her children Gail (Leif) Nicolaisen of Oneida Castle; Ronald Parsons of Gladewater, TX; Connie (Charles) Boyd of Batavia; cats Wally & Miss Kitty; many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.

There will be no prior calling hours. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. She will be laid to rest in the Historic Batavia Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Volunteers for Animals, Inc. PO Box 1621 Batavia, NY 14020 or to Planned Parenthood 222 West Main Street Batavia, NY 14020. For more information please call 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.

George L. Wells

Corfu - George L. Wells, 81, of Corfu, passed away at his home Saturday (July 19, 2014) in the loving care of his family.

George was born December 17, 1932 in Batavia, a son of the late Elbert and Mildred North Wells.

George was proud of his United States Army military service, where he was hand selected to work security for the CIA guarding Russian spies, and as General Lucian Truscott’s personal chauffeur while stationed in Germany during the Korean War.
George enjoyed deer hunting with his boys, who always made sure his blind was warm and dry. He enjoyed maintaining his property with his John Deere equipment. He loved large family gatherings at his home where he always wanted a head count to brag to friends. George drove truck for Angelica Health Care until retiring at the age of 65. George was a member of Holy Name of Mary Parish. George was predeceased by his beloved wife of 54 years, Anna Kuehnlein Wells and his three brothers, Harley Wells, Ralph Wells and twin brother John Wells.

Surviving are his children; Linda (Mark) vonKramer, Carol (Tim) Ahrens, Richard (Claudia) Wells, George Jr. (Cindy) Wells, Steven (Traci) Wells, Michael (Sharon) Wells and Joe Hendry; 14 grandchildren; Matt (Kelly), Jeff (Jaime), Krista (Josh), Autumn, Jesse (Kelly), Katelyn (Ryan), Morgan, Amanda, Teri (Josh), Ashley (Chad), Josh (Audrey), Zac (Erica), Michael Jr. and Danny; 11 great grandsons, 3 great granddaughters and was looking forward to the birth of 2 more in a few weeks. Sisters-in-law and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Friends may call Tuesday 4 to 8 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main Street, Corfu. Mass of Christian burial will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, 8656 Church Street, East Pembroke. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery, East Pembroke. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the East Pembroke Fire Department or  the American Diabetes Association 315 Alberta Drive # 102 Buffalo, NY 14226.

Frances "Louise" Wright

Pavilion ~ Frances Louise Wright, age 89, formerly of W. Park Street, passed away Sunday morning (July 20, 2014) at the Genesee County Nursing Home.

     Mrs. Wright was born October 3, 1924 in Columbia, TN, a daughter of the late Irvine and Virginia Clark Scribner.

     She will be remembered as a very caring and compassionate person, who was totally devoted to her family.  She was a charter member of the Pavilion Firemen's Auxiliary and "Woman of the Year", a girl scout leader during the 1960's and a member of the Pavilion Senior Citizen's organization, "Young at heart".

      Mrs. Wright is survived by her loving husband of 69 years, Henry "Hank" Wright, her sons, Douglas (Kathy) Wright of Pavilion and David Wright of Pavilion, her daughters, Ginger Sackel (Marjorie Wilkison) of Flatrock, NC and Phyllis (Dr. Mark) Hagen of Westfield, 8 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by 9 siblings and her brother in law, Donald Wright Sr.

     Family and friends may call on Tuesday from 4 ~ 8 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy.  A Memorial Service will be held at a later date to be announced at the Pavilion United Methodist Church.  Interment will be private in the Pavilion Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to the Pavilion United Methodist Church.

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

Mrs. Wright and her family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc.     585-768-2400                                                                                                                                               

Elaine A. Fisher

Bergen ~ Elaine A. Fisher, age 79, of Pondview Drive, passed away at home on Wednesday, July 16, 2014.

     She was born July 22, 1934 in North Tonawanda, N.Y., a daughter of the late Lloyd and Mary Harrington Root.

     Elaine will be remembered as a beloved wife, mother and grandmother, who had a passion for her family.  She was also a dedicated social worker for the Lockport Senior Citizen Center and a long-time volunteer with Girl Scouts.

     She is survived by her devoted husband of 59 years, LaVerne Fisher, her children, Linda (Alan) Meerow of Davie, FL, Susan (Richard) Riggi of Caledonia, Stephen (Amy) Fisher of West Hartford, CT and Nancy (Richard) Matton of Falls Church, VA; a sister, Helen Schieffer of Merrick, NY; grandchildren, Sara, Andrew and Erica Meerow, Rick, Dan and Matt Riggi, Kevin, Mike, Tim and Nick Fisher, Clara, Sophie and Calvin Matton, along with many beloved cousins, nieces and nephews.  In addition to her parents, Elaine was predeceased by a sister, Mary Rosenbluth.

     Family and friends may call on Sunday, July 20 from 12 ~ 1 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy, NY where her funeral service will be celebrated at 1:00.  Interment will be private.

     Your memories and condolences may be shared with Elaine's family at www.falconefuneralhome.com.

Mrs. Fisher and her family are being cared for by the

Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. 

585-768-2400

Leah Katherine Rippel

Leah Katherine Rippel, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away on July 4, 2014 of natural causes at the age of 84.
 
She was born in Rochester, New York on May 7, 1930. She attended Saint Agnes High School and worked for many years with the New York Telephone Company. 
 
She is survived by her son, Daniel Rippel, his wife Cindy Rippel of Little Rock, Arkansas along with her five grandchildren, Brain, Danae, Melissa, Victoria and Robert and her six great grandchildren. 
 
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, July 22nd, 9:30am at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph Site), 303 East Main Street, Batavia. Interment to follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. 
 
Memorial donations can be sent to Sisters of Saint Joseph of Rochester Motherhouse (150 French Road, Rochester, NY 14618).
 
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., BATAIVA, NY 14020. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR & PROPRIETOR.

Eugene F. "Geno" Englebert

Eugene F. “Geno” Englebert, 37 of Perry, passed away at home on Sunday July 13, 2014. He was born November 21, 1976 in Warsaw to the late Rosetta Englebert. He is preceded in death by his grandfather Eugene Englebert.

Eugene had a great love for animals, especially his dogs. He enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid hockey fan and loved the Philadelphia Flyers. He cooked at John and Sarah’s Family Restaurant in Perry.

Geno is survived by his grandmother Angelina Englebert of Perry, brothers Joseph E. (Rene) Englebert of Warsaw; Joseph V. Englebert of York, sister JoAnn Osborne of Perry along with many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends are invited to call on Friday July 18, 2014 from 2 to 5 PM at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530. Funeral Services will be private. He will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Perry. 

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the SPCA 808 Creek Road Attica, New York 14011. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530.

Michael P. Falcone

Michael P. Falcone, 97 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Saturday July 12, 2014 at Rochester General Hospital. He was born on March 17, 1917 in Batavia to the late Joseph (Mary Cecere) Falcone. He is preceded in death by his brothers Carmen (Dorothy), David, Joseph Falcone and a nephew David Falcone.

Mr. Falcone was the owner of Falcone Electric up until 3 years ago. He was a lifelong member of Ascension Parish. Mr. Falcone was an avid golfer and with his brother David put on an annual golf tournament for all of their customers as a way of saying thank you at either Terry Hills or Batavia Country Club. God and his business were his life. Mike was a generous benefactor to Christ the King Seminary, Catholic Education, Missions and many Priests.

He is survived by his nephews Joseph Jr., Edward (Sandy) and Carmen “Sonny” Falcone. One great-nephew David Falcone, great-niece Christina (Ben) Lingley all of North Carolina.  

There will be no prior calling hours.  Friends are invited to attend a 9:30 AM Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday July 17, 2014 with Father David Tourville presiding at Resurrection Parish, 303 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. He will be entombed in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Christ the King Seminary, 711 Knox Road, East Aurora New York 14052. 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.

Vanessa G. Rugg

Vanessa G. Rugg, 67, of Clarence died Saturday (July 5, 2014) in Amherst after a pedestrian motor vehicle accident. 
 
She was born in Buffalo on July 2,1947, a daughter of the late Melvin and Dorothy Wheeler Rugg.
 
Vanessa was employed by Avox Corp. Inc. in Lancaster. She was an immense lover of cats and was a ballett dancer in her earlier years.
 
Surviving is her brother, Vaughn Rugg of Phoenix, AZ. Nephews and nieces, Doni (Elizabeth) Rugg and John (Veronica) Rugg, both of Clarence, Rob Rugg of Ca., Lisa (Tom) Digiacomo of Kenmore, Michelle and Angela.  She is the sister of the late Don Silverheels Jonathan who died in 1992.
 
Visitation will be Monday (July 14, 2014) at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC., 32 JOHN ST., AKRON, from 11 am to 1 pm.  Services will follow at 2 pm at the Long House.  Burial will follow at the Tonawanda Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Basom. 
 
Expressions of condolence may be made at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.
 
ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 JOHN ST., AKRON, NY 14001. RONALD KONIECZNY, DIRECTOR.

Eleanor E. "Pokie" Penner

Eleanor E. "Pokie" Penner, 66, of Perry formerly of Silver Springs, died on Thursday July 10, 2014 at her home in Perry. Pokie was born in North Hornell on March 28, 1948 to the late Walter Cobin and Elaine (Christie) Cobin of Dalton.  She is preceded in death by her sister Linda Vogel and brother Rod Cobin.

Pokie worked for many years at J.N. White Designs in Perry. She was an avid NASCAR fan, and enjoyed spending time with family, especially with her son and 2 grandsons.

She is survived by her son Scott Cobin of Perry, 6 sisters Patricia (Dean) Tittle of VA; Wanda (Bob) Black of ME; Debbie (Clyde) Clancy of Hunt; Carol (Daren) Vogel of Black Creek; Nancy Smith of Black Creek; Jane (Alan) Lockwood of Belfast; 4 brothers Donald (Penny) Cobin of Dalton; Bubby (Sue) Cobin of Castile; John (Lori) Cobin of Dalton; Gordy (Heather) Cobin of Hunt; 2 grandchildren Matthew (Nataliya) Cobin of Henrietta and Jeremy (Tracy) Cobin of Silver Springs, along with many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours.  A private Memorial Service will be held at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Home Care and Hospice 405 N. Main St. Warsaw, New York 14569. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530.

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