Obituaries

Bradley F. Rogers passed away on March 17, 2023 with his loving family by his side.  He was born December 11, 1938 in Franklinville, NY to the late Dean and Florence (Jones) Rogers.  In 1969, he married the former Sheila Tehan.

Brad graduated from Ten Broeck Academy in Franklinville and continued his studies at SUNY College at Brockport where he earned a BS in elementary education, MS in education and a CAS in educational administration.   He taught for Olean CSD, Byron-Bergen CSD, and Batavia City Schools. He was a JV and Varsity basketball coach at Notre Dame HS and Batavia HS.  He was also a BHS track and golf coach.  He coached summer basketball clinics, was president of the Batavia Teachers’ Association and taught migrant education.    He was a former Genesee County Legislator, Member of the GCIDA Board of Directors, General Manager of the former Batavia Clippers, and Director of the NY-Penn Professional Baseball League.   He served on the Genesee County Soil and Water Conservation District in a variety of roles, including being Vice-Chairman.  He was President of the NY Association of Conservation Districts and Chair of the Great Lakes Commission, with the National Association of Conservation Districts in Washington, DC.  In the 1980s, he received Governors Carey’s and Cuomo's appointments to the State University College of New York at Brockport College Council. 

He was a member of the St. Joseph’s Holy Name Society, the Knights of Columbus, Elks Club, Batavia Country Club, and Terry Hills Golf Course, (where he shot a hole in one on #14).  He loved following St. Bonaventure, Syracuse, and Notre Dame basketball, along with the Yankees and the Bills, golfing, fishing, painting, and solving puzzles.  All of these couldn’t compete with the love he had for his family, creating a special bond with each of them.

In addition to his wife of 53 years, he is survived by his children Julia, Michael, Maria (Mark) Fitzpatrick, Kathleen (Jon) O’Day, Marcia (Brian) Danahy, Paul (Kacey), and Kevin (Megan) and grandchildren Kathryn, Arabella, Ryan, Megan, Matthew, Evan, Courtney, Nolan, Jacob, Emma, and Caden.  He is also survived by his sisters, Joyce Kelly and Carole Dallas, and brother-in-law, Bruce (Jeanette) Tehan, and nieces and nephews. 

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Charles, his mother-in-law and father- in-law, Kathryn and Frank Tehan, his brothers-in-law, Edwin Kelly and Douglas Dallas, sister–in-law, Mary Ann Heveron, nieces Mary Kathryn O’Geen and Sheila Heveron and nephew, James Heveron.

There will be no prior calling hours.  His Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph’s site-303 East Main Street, Batavia) on Monday, March 20 at Noon.   In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph’s Regional School, 2 Summit St., Batavia, NY or Notre Dame High School, 73 Union St., Batavia, NY. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in his memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia.

Alvaro (Al) Cadena, 79, of Pittsford, NY, passed away early March 10, following a recent pancreatic cancer diagnosis. He died peacefully at home in the company of his loved ones. Born in Colombia in 1943, Al moved to the United States in 1965 to attend college. Soon after his arrival, officiants in both Colombia and the United States observed wedding vows proclaimed via telephone, after which Martha, Al's beloved wife of 57 years, joined him to build their life in New York. Al graduated from NYU with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and later earned a Master of Engineering Management from the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT).
For 39 years, he worked for Graham Corporation, first in its New York City offices, and later in Batavia, NY, where he ultimately retired as President and CEO. Al's work ethic and dedication were evidenced by the advisory roles held and honors received throughout his career, including advisory council of the SUNY Business School at Brockport, President of the Tubular Exchanger Manufacturers Association (TEMA), and RIT's 1988 Distinguished Alumnus Award. He also served on the advisory board of the Wilmot Cancer Institute at the University of Rochester Medical Center, a position he held especially dear as a 27-year survivor of metastatic prostate cancer under their care. However, Al was not "all work". His love of life was infectious, showing a joyful appreciation for things well-done in any form: good food, exquisite pens, or even a well-constructed coffee scoop. He made everyday events more interesting, a prime example being golf, during which he scored a Hole-In-One.... twice. Al's unmatched energy was especially appreciated by his grandchildren, for whom he was never too busy: board games, field trips, swimming; if they could think it, he would do it.
In addition to his wife Martha, Al is survived by his children, Alvaro (Catherine) Cadena of New York, Jorge (Lisa) Cadena of Florida, Sylvia (Steven) Alexander of New York, and the four grandchildren who bestowed upon him his most distinguished role of all, "Abuelito" or "Tito". The family will receive friends Thursday, March 16, from 5-7pm EDT at Anthony's Funeral Home in Brighton, NY. A private memorial service for family will follow on Friday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wilmot Cancer Institute.

VISITATION: Anthony's Funeral Home in Brighton, NY
March 16, 2023 at 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Julia A. Gervasi, 88, of East Pembroke, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2023.

Julia was born on July 5, 2023, in Westfield, New York, a daughter of Nicholas and Mary Antoinette (June) Gervasi. 

Julie was a nurses aid at St. Jerome’s Hospital, worked at the Pembroke Primary School and was the proprietor of Magoo’s. 

Surviving is her son Bob Gervasi; honorary daughter-in-law Marie; 3 step-grandchildren, Jamie, Michael and Heather and step-great grandson Alexander. Many dear friends also survive.

There are no calling hours. A graveside service will be held in the spring at Hillside Cemetery, East Pembroke.

Arrangements were made by C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main Corfu, NY.

Michael J. Carragher, 72, of Leesburg, FL, formerly of Batavia, NY, passed away peacefully at Cornerstone Hospice House in Tavares, FL on Sunday, February 19, 2023. He was born on Feb. 16, 1951, a son of John and Mary Sullivan Carragher. He is also preceded in death by his sister, Donna Carragher.

Mike was a 1969 graduate of Notre Dame High School, attended LeMoyne College before enlisting in the US Navy in 1971, and finished his degree at the University of Rochester after his naval discharge. He spent his career working for the medical equipment manufacturer, Ritter/Castle/MDT/Getinge USA, in Rochester, NY. He was a Batavia Little League coach and served on the Richmond Memorial Library Board of Trustees. Mike enjoyed playing tennis in his Legacy Community in Florida and served on the Sports and Fitness Committee. After joining the Tri County Fly Fishing Club, he became very involved in the group’s activities and leadership, and made wonderful new friends. Mike loved American History, non-fiction books, sports, old movies, music, writing short articles, the National Parks, and was an avid fly fisherman. In 2016, Mike received a life-saving liver transplant, which was a gift from a generous grieving family. Mike was forever grateful for the next six and a half years he was able to spend with his family and friends. He cherished every single day.

Surviving are his wife, Christine Metzger Carragher; his sons, Timothy (Krista Pappas) Carragher of NJ, and Drs. Joseph (Tania) Carragher of FL; his grandsons, Nicholas, Alex and Benjamin Carragher; his sisters, Patricia (James) Whelehan of Geneseo and Nancy (John) Bachulak of Batavia; his brother, Robert (Beth Tuttle) Carragher of VA; many loving in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. A celebration of life will be held at the convenience of the family.