Obituaries

Fredrick W. Lapple passed from this life on July 3, 2017, at age 90 with his family by his side.

He is survived by his wife Jean (O’Halloran), children Fredrick (Marie) Lapple of Rochester, Thomas Lapple of Leesburg, VA., Marie (Dan) Davidson of Charlotte, NC, and William (Angela) Lapple of LeRoy, along with 13 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by his parents Fredrick and Carmel (Coyle); and 2 brothers, Gerald and Howard.

Fred grew up in the “Butterhole” section of Clinton Ave in Rochester and attended St. Michael’s grammar school and Benjamin Franklin High School.  He was awarded a full football scholarship to Syracuse University, but joined the Coast Guard during World War II. Upon returning, he was employed by Tobin Packing Company, building a career from truck driver to Sales Manager. He was elected in the 1966 inaugural class of the Monroe County Legislature representing East Irondequoit. He later became the Director of Civil Service and Personnel for Monroe County and finished his career as a two-term elected Supervisor for the Town of Irondequoit.  Fred’s passion was public service, and he was proud to help all people regardless of their affiliation. He supported Catholic Education and was instrumental in starting the Bishop Kearney Parents Club which, for years, was the main fundraising arm of the school.  His devotion to his community was evident through his memberships in many organizations including St. Salome’s Parish Council, Point Pleasant Fire Department (a 50-year member), Pop Warner Football, Kiwanis, Knights of Columbus, Police Chief’s Association, The American Legion, and many others.  He served as Chairman of the SUNY College of Optometry College Council and was a long-time member on the Board of the Monroe County Employees Federal Credit Union.

His family wishes to thank the compassionate caregivers at the New York State Veterans Nursing Home in Batavia where he lived his final month.

There will be no prior calling hours. An 11:00AM Memorial Mass will take place on Saturday July 29, 2017 at Christ the King Church (of St. Kateri Parish) 445 Kings Highway S. Rochester, NY 14617.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Point Pleasant Volunteer Fire Depart Benefit Fund, the Fred and Jean Lapple Scholarship Fund at Bishop Kearney High School, or the World War II Museum in New Orleans (of which Fred was a charter member). For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to sign a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

Charles L. Rieks, 74, of Greeneville, TN, Orange Park, FL & Pavilion, NY passed away on April 20, 2017 will be laid to rest on July 15^th, 2017 at 1:00 pm in the East Bethany Rural Cemetery in East Bethany with military & firematic honors.  A celebration of Charlie’s life will be held immediately afterword at BW’s Restaurant, Perry Road, Pavilion.

Meredith “Trinket” (Newell) Mitchell, 80, of Attica passed into the hands of God on June 19, 2017 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia with her loving daughters at her side after a short battle with leukemia.  She was born August 30, 1936 in St. Johnsbury, Vermont to the late Lynn and Helen (Meriam) Newell. Mrs. Mitchell is predeceased by a son Allen M. Mitchell Jr.; sisters Geraline Newell, Marylin Gochie and Jean Chamberlain.

She was a very avid crafter, loved to cook and especially loved to go fishing. She was known for her doughnuts that no one else could copy. She took great pride in the presents she would make with love for all. She was a devoted and adoring grandmother and each baby was greeted by great love and joy.

She is survived by her loving husband Allen M. “Mac” Mitchell who she lovingly joined in marriage on Sept. 11, 1953 in Barnet, VT. ; daughters Katherine “Kim” (Gary) Guralny of Attica and Mary E. Mitchell of Rome, NY; sister Judy (Richard) Despins of St. Johnsbury, VT., daughter in law Sonja Mitchell of N. Tonawanda.   She leaves behind many loved grandchildren, great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter, many nieces and nephews and her beloved dog Athena.

Much appreciation and thanks to the home care staff, the nurses , aids and Doctors  of United Memorial Medical Center and Tim at Marley Funeral Home for their care, support and consideration above and beyond.

There will be no prior calling hours. A 1:00PM Celebration of Life will be held at her daughter Kim’s house on Saturday July 29, 2017 at 30 Water Street, Attica, New York 14011 all are welcome to come and rejoice in her life.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Leukemia Society http://www.lls.org/ or the Wyoming County SPCA http://www.wyomingcountyspca.org/. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to sign a message of condolence please visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

Ada M. Fox, 92, of Attica passed away at her home on Tuesday July 11, 2017. She was born on March 18, 1925 in Buffalo to the late John and Mildred (Siebert) Thamer. In addition to her parents, Ada is predeceased by her husband; Warren E. Fox; a daughter Colleen Bow and brother and sister-in-law Glenn and Ada Thamer.

Ada was a member of St. Joachim & Anne Parish in Attica. She was formally employed at the Attica Ben Franklin store and was proud of the fact that she worked at Upstate Chevy filing paperwork into her 90’s.

She is survived by her children; David Fox of Attica, Joanne (Steven) Ripstein of Attica; grandchildren Tina (Mike) Harding of Attica, Todd (Meghan) Ripstein of Batavia, Kris Bow of FL., Mike (Jen) Bow of Attica and Daren (Liz) Fox of Warsaw along with 10 great grandchildren.

Family and Friends are welcome to call on Friday July 14, 2017 from 1:00-2:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011 where a 2:00PM Funeral Service will immediately follow visitation at the Funeral Home.  She will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery in Attica.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Attica Fire Dept. 11 Water St. Attica, NY 14011 or the Gateway House 91 Main St. in Attica.  For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.