S. Noel Smith, 78, of Overland Park, KS went to his heavenly home, April 15, 2024. He passed away peacefully with his family by his side. He was born in Olean, NY, December 25, 1945. He married Winnie Rogers in Batavia, NY, April 5, 1969. He is preceded in death by his parents, Stanley and Louise Eaton Smith of Batavia, NY, mother and father-in-law Grace and Harold Rogers, formally of Darien, NY and daughter-in-law, Kristi Smith, and his beloved dog, Smokey.

Noel is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Winnie Smith of Overland Park, KS, their children, Craig Smith of Parker, CO, Marla (Gerald) Holland of Shawnee, KS and his 5 grandchildren Ashley, Samantha and Justin Smith and Grace and Caroline Holland. He is also survived by his sister, Marsha Flagg of Asheville, NC, and sisters-in-law, Marjorie (Dan) Kelsey of Alexander, NY and Patricia (Robert) Chmielowiec of Byron, NY, along with nieces and nephews.

Noel loved playing baseball and basketball as a kid. Noel’s Batavia High School basketball success earned him a scholarship to Roberts Wesleyan College where he earned his BA. He was named Outstanding Genesee County Athlete of the Year in 1968 and his Roberts Wesleyan College team later entered their Sports Hall of Fame. Noel enjoyed a long career at Eastman Kodak, beginning in 1969 and held management positions in several cities. His career was interrupted for three years while serving in the US Army in Nuremberg, Germany. In retirement he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, his church, Sunday school class and working and volunteering transporting and helping assisted living residents.

He nurtured his lifelong friendships by sending them cards, playing jokes on friends and family and laughing about memories. He loved watching Kansas City Royals Baseball and NAIA basketball games. He was a constant presence at his grandchildren’s sporting events and theater performances. He greatly enjoyed his Lionel train collection and doing jigsaw puzzles with his sister, Marsha. And few could out guess him in Rock ‘n’ Roll history trivia. Noel and Winnie loved traveling ‘Blue Highways’ as much as going on Viking Cruises. Noel loved planning their Broadway theater trips to NYC as well as Midwest productions.

Noel was a loving, kind and loyal man. He was loved by so many, will be deeply missed and will remain in our hearts forever.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial for S. Noel Smith has been established at the Kansas State University Foundation to assist veterinary students. Contributions may be sent to: KSU Foundation, 1800 Kimball Ave., Ste 200, Manhattan, KS 66502, please indicate fund M47473. To make a gift online, go to www.ksufoundation.org/give/memorials.

His funeral service will take place at Gilmartin Funeral Home Batavia, NY, Saturday, May 4th. Calling hours will be 9:00AM to 11:00AM and the funeral at 11:00AM. A reception will follow. A private family burial will be at Forest Hill Cemetery, Attica, New York.

To leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com.

Michael “Mike” Mager, 71 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Monday (April 22, 2024) at Crossroads House. 

He was born July 12, 1952 in Batavia, a son of the late Henry and Kathleen Hurd Mager.

He was predeceased by his wife Jill Smith who passed away in 2022 and sister, Gay Parker.

Mike graduated from Batavia High School in 1970, where he worked in the family business, Arctic Refrigeration of Batavia, Inc during high school and summer vacations. Mike attended Alfred State College majoring in civil engineering and in 1971, started working full time with Arctic.

Mike worked as a service technician and installer. He was instrumental in expanding the Arctic Refrigeration business to include fruit and vegetable storage. He installed refrigeration and ventilation systems in fruit and vegetable storages around the country. Mike was a respected and knowledgeable guest speaker for Cornell University, Penn State and Rutgers University on fruit and vegetable storage for the past 20 plus years. Mike has passed on his knowledge and trained his nephew Justin Mager to continue in his footsteps with this process.

In 1991, Hank and Leo Mager transferred ownership of Arctic Refrigeration of Batavia, Inc to Michael and his brothers Richard and William.

Survivors include his step-daughter, Meghan (Jared) Gallagher of Buffalo. Sisters, Teresa (Richard) Tamfer and Jennifer (James) Jacobs, both of Batavia. Brothers, Richard (Victoria) Mager and William (Patricia) Mager, both of Batavia. Canine companion, Mozart and several nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Friday (April 26^th) from 4-8pm at the J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia, NY. A funeral service will be held Saturday, 11am at the funeral home. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make donations in Mike’s memory to Crossroads House, P.O. Box 403, Batavia, NY 14021 or www.crossroadshouse.com.  Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

ARRANGEMENTS ARE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, NY 14020. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR.

Marilyn F. Worthington, 94, of Batavia, passed away on April 19, 2024 at Strong Memorial Hospital.

Marilyn was born November 30, 1929 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Sylvester and Florence (French) Coral.

She was a lifelong member of Northgate Free Methodist Church.  Marilyn had a successful career as a fashion buyer for the C.L. Carr Co. and enjoyed traveling, gardening and painting.

Surviving are her children, Doug Worthington, Marsha (Ronnie) Coy, Deborah Ruhland and Bryan (Bob Matherne) Worthington; grandchildren, Dena (Ronnie) DePiazza, Beth (TJ) Henderson, Amy Worthington, Traci (Jeff) Birg, Kurtis (Amanda) Worthington and Christy (Steve) Deleo; great-grandchildren, Michael (Kate) DePiazza, Angelina DePiazza, Christinana DePiazza, Kylie Birg, Lydia Birg, Audrey Deleo, Roman Deleo, Robby Worthington, Jordan McLaughlin, Kaedence Worthington and Sierra Worthington and nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by her husband, Spencer M. Worthington and siblings, Gladys Johnson, Sylvia Worthington, Glen Coral, Curtis Coral and Regina Coral.

Family and friends are invited to call on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Northgate Free Methodist Church, 8160 Bank Street Road, Batavia, where services will be held at 4:00 also on Sunday.  She will be laid to rest in Grandview Cemetery in Batavia.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Genesee Cancer Assistance, 207 Summit Street, Batavia, NY 14020,www.geneseecancerassistance.org/support-us.  

Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements for Marilyn were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Batavia, (585) 343-8868.

Elba - Loretta  "Jean"  Love, age 80, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024 at the Livingston County Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation in Mount Morris surrounded by her loving family.

She was born Monday, November 1st, 1943 in Batavia, a daughter of the late William Shafer and Laura Maxwell Shafer.

She loved her animals, tending to her flower beds, gardening and cheering for the Buffalo Bills, especially for Jim Kelly. Most of all Jean loved being with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed watching her great-grandson Mason play baseball.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 62 years, Darwin F. Love; her daughters, Cheryl (McQueen) Love of Medina and Laurie (Joseph) Graham of Attica;  three grandchildren, Rita (Sam) Vigiano of Elba, Felicia (Robert) LeRoy of Victor and Holly (Taylor) Ellis of Canton; two great-grandsons, Mason Vigiano of Elba and Liam Ellis of Canton; her brothers, Leslie (Dorothy) Shafer of Batavia and Wayne (Karen) Shafer of Lancaster; her sister, Theresa (Gary) Cervone of Houston, Texas along with several nieces and nephews.

She is predeceased by her siblings, Carol Shafer who passed away as infant, Donald Shafer, Annie Fisk and Timothy (late Carol) Karnafel.

Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, April 24th, 2024  from 4:00 pm  to 7:00 pm  at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia where memorial services will be held at 11 am Thursday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Volunteers for Animals, P.O. Box 1621, Batavia, New York 14021 or to the Alzheimer's Association, Western New York Chapter, 6400 Sheridan Dr #320, Buffalo, New York 14221.  

Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Batavia- Robert Farrell, age 58, of Batavia, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024 at Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center.

Robert was born Friday, June 18, 1965 in Buffalo, New York a son of Francis and Patricia (Holland) Farrell.

In past years Robert enjoyed taking motorcycle trips and going fishing, but what he really enjoyed was spending time with his granddaughters, recently taking a trip to Splash Lagoon and the Circus. Robert was also an avid lover of computers and a political enthusiast.

He is survived by his mother, Patricia Farrell, of Batavia; Daughters, Corey (Matthew) Scarborough of Oakfield and Ryann Farrell of Webster; Grandchildren, Ryleigh Farrell, Olivia, and Ava Scarborough; siblings, Joseph (Kristine) Farrell of San Diego, California, Mary (Tom) DiFilippo of Albion, Michael Farrell of San Diego, California, Daniel (Leslie) Farrell of San Diego, California, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In Death Robert is reunited with his father Francis Farrell and brother, Thomas Farrell.

A private Mass of Christian burial at Resurrection Parrish, Batavia, NY. Burial will be at Grandview Cemetery at a later date.

Arrangements are under the care and directions of Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home

Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Patti O. Block, 71 of the Tonawanda Indian Reservation, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday (April 18, 2024) at her residence.

She was born February 19, 1953 in Buffalo, a daughter of the late Walter “Sam” and Constance Tahamont Poodry.

Patti was formerly employed by Greatbatch Corporation in Alden prior to her retirement. She was also a member of the Turtle Clan.

She was predeceased by her husband, Michael Block and son, Michael Poodry.

Survivors include her sons, Russel Block and Alexander Block, bother of Basom. Sister, Juanita Poodry-Dunn of Batavia. Brother and sister in-law, Kenneth (Nancy) Poodry of Basom. Grandchildren, Michael Smoke, Madison Block and Marisa Block. Also survived by nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Saturday (April 27^th) from 1-3pm at the J. Leonard McAndrew Funeral Home, LLC, 32 John St., Akron. A funeral service will commence at 3pm following visitation.

Expressions of sympathy 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.

Timothy Roger Anderson, age 62, of Pavilion, passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 17th, 2024.

He was born on Tuesday, March 27th, 1962 in Batavia, New York, a son of the late Roger Anderson and Judith "Judy" Schroeder.

He is survived by his loving children, Becky (Gregory) Midkiff, Timothy "TJ" (Amanda Eschenlaver) Anderson, and Isaiah (Abby Butcher) Anderson; grandchildren, Harley, Brantley, Piper, Riley, Ava, and Alayna; and his dear sisters, Vicky Berry and Dawn Sprague. Timothy dearly loved his stepchildren; Shawn, Sarah, Jennifer, Robin, Deanna and Eli.

Timothy proudly served his country in the United States Army and worked as a truck driver for Accadia Site Contracting Co., until his retirement. He had a passion for riding his motorcycle, working on cars, building projects, collecting antiques and cars, and above all, cherished spending time with his family.

Family and friends are invited to calling hours on Monday, April 22, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at H.E. Turner & Co., Inc. funeral home, 403 E. Main Street, Batavia, New York. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 10:00 am at H.E. Turner & Co., Inc. Funeral Home, followed by interment at Pavilion Cemetery, 6917 Ellicott Street Rd, Pavilion, New York.

Timothy's bright spirit and generous nature will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Marley Funeral Home.

Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.marleyfuneralhome.com.

James O. "Jim,JO" Howard, 63, of Holley and formerly of Bergen, passed away on April 15, 2024 at home under the care of Hospice and his loving family. He was born on June 30, 1960 in Hornell. 

Jim loved spending time with his family and grandchildren.  He was a softball coach and a Sunday school teacher at the Bergen United Methodist Church.  Jim enjoyed playing sports, listening to classic rock music and will be remembered for always helping others. He was a clinical review nurse for MVP Health Care.

Jim is survived by his loving wife, Karen Howard of Holley; his father, Richard A. Howard of Brockport; his children, Amanda (Michael) Chadsey of Holley and Joshua Howard of Manlius; grandchildren, Maddox Howard, Jr. Chadsey, Lucy Eichenberger and George Chadsey; a brother, Richard (Sarah) Howard of Hopkinton, Iowa; sisters, Deborah (Don) Fogg of Sweden and Cynthia (Dean) Leffel of Corfu and nieces and nephews. 

He was predeceased by his mother, Barbara Howard. 

Calling hours will be held on May 17 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. and 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 51 South Lake Ave. in Bergen, where Jim's funeral service will be held at 7:00 p.m. also on May 17.  

Memorials may be made to Catholic Charities of Western New York at www.ccwny.org/donate or Fancher Hulberton Murray Volunteer Firefighter Company, 3353 Hulberton Road, Fancher, NY, 14452. 

Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Lonnie Ford, Jr., 78, of Batavia, passed away on April 16, 2024 at Rochester General Hospital.

Lonnie was born January 9, 1946 in Leesburg, GA, a son of the late Lonnie and Charlotte (Hughes) Ford, Sr.

Lonnie will be remembered as a loving Husband, Father & Grandfather. Lonnie loved helping others, playing the lotto and working on cars. In Georgia he was an avid farmer and in New York he worked at Agway in Batavia for 20+years.

Surviving are his wife, Annie J. Ford of Batavia; son, Curtis Ford of Atlanta, GA; grandchildren, Ivena (Leopol) Jean-Francois of Tavares, FL, Crystal Ford of Ocala, FL, Curtis Ford, Jr., Travis Ford and Bradley Ford all of Georgia; siblings, Quincy Hurley (KC), Rosa Lee Lunford, Martha Maxie all of Albany, GA, Virginia Hand of Leesburg, GA, Mary Louise Peavy of America, GA and Madacei Ford of Dawson, GA and a host of nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his children, Lonnie Ford, III, Eddie James Ford, Elizabeth Ann Ford and Chanelle Ford and siblings, Mary Hand and John Hand.

Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, April 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 516 Ellicott Street, Batavia, where Lonnie's funeral will be held at 11:00 a.m. also on Saturday.  He will be laid to rest in Elmwood Cemetery, Batavia.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ford family.  

Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements for Lonnie were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Batavia, (585) 343-8868.