Obituaries

Batavia - Jeanne E. Haber, 97, of Batavia joined God’s heavenly choir May 24 where she resided at Le Roy Village Green nursing home.

Born September 21, 1925 in Batavia, she was the daughter of the late Marion F. and Jennie Winegar Ingalsbe.

Following graduation from Corfu High School she was accepted into the nurses’ training program at Wyoming County Community Hospital which provided her the opportunity to work at Sloan Kettering Hospital in New York City.  While in New York she met her future husband whom she married October 18, 1947 on his twenty-third birthday.

Called home to care for her ailing mother she began her western New York registered nursing career at the former St. Jerome Hospital prior to becoming part of the nursing staff at the former Genesee Memorial Hospital.  After dedicating heart and soul to her patients for more than forty years she retired in 1986 from the Genesee County Health Department as a visiting nurse.  Her love of nursing never diminished in retirement as she was instrumental in founding Hospice in Genesee County, sat on its board as one of the first members, served as a volunteer for ten years and was named Genesee County American Cancer Society’s Nurse Hope.

Outside of nursing her other great passion was singing.  From the age of three years old her voice could be heard in churches, weddings too numerous to recount (including two of her daughters) and funerals.  Plus she thoroughly enjoyed performing in several Rotary show productions.  Her favorite and most-requested song was His Eye is on the Sparrow which earned her the nickname of “bird lady” in the community.  And as a great lover of the United States and the American flag she cherished every opportunity to “belt out” the National Anthem.  She was a member of Genesee Country Church in Oakfield.

She is survived by daughters, Carole Haber of Brookline, Massachusetts, Donna Jean (John) Herbert of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania and Nancy (Matt) Paul of Manchester, Georgia; grandson Sean Widlake of Brookline, Massachusetts; and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband of sixty-seven years, John B. Haber, brothers Carlton Ingalsbe and Earl Ingalsbe and sisters Hazel Murchison, Evelyn Schultz and Aleatha Scroger.

Family and friends are invited at attend Jeanne's Celebration of Life on Monday (August 7, 2023) at 12:00 p.m. at Genesee Country Church, 3268 Drake Street Road, Oakfield.  A private burial, at the convenience of the immediate family, will be in Grand View Cemetery, Batavia.  In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to Crossroads House, 11 Liberty Street, Batavia, 14021.

Arrangements were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home in Batavia. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Marjorie A. Goodwin, 94, of Batavia, passed away on August 2, 2023 at the LeRoy Village Nursing Home.

Marjorie was born February 16, 1929 in Batavia, a daughter of the late James and Margaret (Rogers) Tracy.

Marjorie enjoyed volunteering with Volunteers for Animals in Batavia, where she would bring the shelter's cats and dogs to visit local nursing homes.  She was a life member of the Ladies Auxiliary with the VFW in Corfu.  Marjorie was an inspector with General Motors in Rochester and also worked at BJ's in Batavia for 10 years.

Surviving are her children, James (Diane) Bouton of Batavia, William (Elaine) Bouton of Alexander and Barbara (Don) Neilson of Utah; sister, Judy D'Angelo of Avon; sister-in-law, Fran Tracy of Batavia; eight grandchildren; several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by her husband, Orville Goodwin; son, Harold Bouton, Jr.; brothers, James, John, William and Richard Tracy; sister, Jean Orcini; step-daughter, Kathy Muhall; step-son, Keith Goodwin; sister-in-law, Betty Tracy and brother-in-law, Al Orcini.

There are no prior calling hours.  Marjorie's funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 10 at Evergreen Hill Cemetery, 150 Alleghany Road, Corfu.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Volunteers for Animals, PO Box 1621, Batavia, NY 14021, www.vol4animals.org/donations or to Grace Baptist Church, 238 Vine Street, Batavia, NY 14020.  

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

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

Teresa M. Prinzi, age 78 formerly of LeRoy, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 14, 2023 at St.Anthony’s Hospital in Lakewood, CO after a brief illness.

She was born February 15, 1945, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Falkowski of Alexander, NY. She will be forever missed by her loving husband of 59 years, Samuel Prinzi Jr: two children, Michele Prinzi and Samuel (Diana) Prinzi III; three grandchildren, Jesse (Rachel) Prinzi, Jeremy Prinzi and Jordan Prinzi; great grandson Kyber Prinzi; and several brothers- and sisters-in-law, cousins, nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Terrie was predeceased by her son, Robert Joseph Prinzi; brother, Joseph Falkowski Sr.; sister, Bernadette Falkowski; and parents-in-law Samuel and Jeannette Prinzi. Terrie was known for her sense of humor, mastery of cooking, both Polish and Italian food, and her abundance of thoughtful kindness to all who knew her. She will be greatly missed.
A memorial mass was held in her honor on July 18, 2023 in Lakewood, CO.

Lorraine M. Matyjasik, 88 of Basom, passed away peacefully on Tuesday (August 1, 2023) at United Memorial Medical Center.

She was born August 9, 1934 in Brownville, NY, a daughter of the late Francis and Viola (Machajewski) Kwandrans.

Lorraine was employed by the University of Buffalo prior to her retirement. She enjoyed crocheting, baking, watching wrestling and was a fan of the Buffalo Bills. She will be missed by everyone who knew her.

She is survived by her children, David (Charlene) Matyjasik of Lockport, Joyce (late Cal) Buchanan of Basom, Doreen (Ken) Matyjasik of Buffalo and Annette (Jim) Richley of Corfu. Son in-law, Ray O’Grady of Canada. Siblings, Florence Szyndel, Effie Kwandrans and Mildren Krawczyk. Sister in-law, Carol Kwandrans. Also survived by several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband, Arthur Matyjasik; son, Larry Matyjasik; daughter, Gloria O’Grady, 2 grandchildren and several brothers and sisters.

Family and friends are invited to share in her Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday (August 5^th), 10:00am at St. Padre Pio Parish, 56 Maple St., Oakfield, NY. She will be laid to rest with her husband in the Western New York National Cemetery.

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

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

Elizabeth A. Crumb, 80 of LeRoy and formerly of Corfu, passed away peacefully on Friday (July 28, 2023) at LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.

She was born April 27, 1943 in Buffalo, NY, a daughter of the late Watson and Elizabeth Farkas Cramer.

She was employed by P.W. Minor in Batavia prior to her retirement. She was a hard worker and enjoyed scratch off lottery tickets, Elvis and taking care of her flower garden. Most of all she loved her grandchildren and family and will be missed by all who knew her.

Survivors include her children, Colleen (Michael) Freeman of Avon, Garrett Crumb of Penfield, Jinny (B. Thomas) Mancuso of Batavia, Curt C. (Mary) Crumb of Hamlin and Corine (Oscar) Vazquez of Arizona. Sisters, Dorothy Cramer of Pennsylvania, Carol Hagerty of Tonawanda, Bonnie Prunella of Williamsville and Watson Cramer of Pennsylvania. Also survived by several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Elizabeth is predeceased by her husband, Sim A. Crumb, sons, Scott S. Crumb and Wesley A. Crumb, daughter, Dawn Smith and siblings, Lynne Zelasko and William Cramer.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family with burial in Evergreen Hill Cemetery.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE C.B. BEACH & SON MORTUARY, INC., 4-6 MAIN ST., CORFU, NY 14036.

Batavia - Cristal Nesbitt, 43, of Batavia  passed away on Saturday, July 29, 2023 at Rochester General Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

Cristal was born Saturday, June 28th, 1980 in Rochester, New York a daughter of John Nesbitt and Gale Fritz-Jordan. 

She enjoyed scrapbooking, reading, baking, and spending time with friends and family. Cristal had a passion for art and was a talented and versatile artist.

She will be remembered by her son, Cameron Bontrager, and his father Derick Bontrager; mother, Gale Fitz-Jordan (Robert Chatman); father, John (Linda) Nesbitt; siblings, Eric (Krystal) Nesbitt and Alisha Chatman; nieces and nephews, Dakota Nesbitt, Zach Diegert, Lauren Diegert, Zaria Aslam, and Edward Allen; many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

In death Cristal is reunited with her brother, Jason Nesbitt.

Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 E. Main Street, Batavia, NY.  Cristal’s Funeral service will be held at the Batavia First Presbyterian Church, 300 E Main St, Batavia, NY on Wednesday August 9, 2023 at 12:00 pm.  Burial will be immediately following the funeral service in St. Joseph's Cemetery.

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

James P. “Jim” McMahon, 64, of Darien, was called home to the Lord suddenly on July 31, 2023. He was born on February 24, 1959 in Buffalo to the late John and Anna Mae (Sennott) Shelby.  

Jim was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, son and friend. The memory of Jim lives on in the love of his life of 26 years; Rosanne; his 4 loving sons Adam (Nikki) Sarvis, Jesse (Alicia) Sarvis, Ryan (Amber) Sarvis and Jason Sarvis (and the late Alexis Arthur). Jim loved being a grandfather to Hannah, Summer, Aiden, Madison, Tyler, Gavin and Brayden. 

He is also survived by his siblings; Patricia Carney of MI., Sheila (Paul) Merle of Alexander. He is preceded in death by Walter (Betty) Franz and Mary Gravenda. Jim was adored by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. 

Jim was an amazing family man who always had a smile on and the most optimistic outlook on life. He loved spending time with his rescue beagle and best bud Louie and living his best life with Rosanne. Jim’s legacy and kindness will live on and will forever be close to our hearts. 

There will be no prior calling hours or Services. 

To honor Jim’s life, please donate to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital www.stjude.org and say a prayer of healing for his family. 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.

Sandra Rae Putnam, 75, entered eternal rest peacefully on July 27, 2023, in Batavia, NY, with several family members at her side. She was born on January 1, 1948, in Lincoln, Nebraska, the eldest of eleven children, daughter of Helen Elizabeth (Harrison) and Robert Merritt Putnam. “Sandy”, as she was known, was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disorder 6 years ago, which resulted in difficulties with speech and muscle coordination. Sandy battled this affliction bravely but passed quickly after a sudden and unexpected decline. In addition to her parents, Sandy is predeceased by her brother, Edward Putnam, sister-in-law Deborah Ann Killian and nephew Matthew Killian Putnam.  

She is survived by her siblings; Pamela (Donald) Hirons of Batavia, Jerry Putnam of FL., Mary Lu (Robert) Hodgins of Alexander, Robert (Sharon) Putnam of Spencerport, Dorothy (Philip) Tagan of CA., Timothy Putnam of CA., Raymond Putnam of Bethany, Kevin Putnam of Batavia, and Margaret (Scott) Miller of TX; along with many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. 

Sandy grew up in Batavia and graduated with honors from Notre Dame High School as president of her Senior Class and was celebrated as “Girl of the Year” of the Class of 1965. After receiving this award, she reminded the administrators that she was, in fact, “Woman of the Year”. She earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in French at D’Youville College, a Master of Science in Education at the University of Buffalo, and studied French in Quebec, Canada as well as abroad in Paris, France. After spending time at the beginning of her career as a teacher in Buffalo, NY, Sandy expanded her horizons and moved to Irvine, CA where she pursued professional advances in human resources, career development and became a forerunner in her area of expertise. 

Sandy was always an advocate for those who were in crisis or had fallen into hard times. She assisted international students in their transitioning phase here in the US. She used her extensive training and talents to help men and women re-enter the workforce and grow in their own careers. During the latter part of her career, she worked for First American Financial Corporation as Director of Training and Development. She was exceptional at developing training programs, and an eloquent public speaker. She was highly recognized by business leaders in the Orange County Business Journal for creating an innovative, first-of-its-kind internship at First American. Her colleagues share that Sandy always put people first and brought the “human” to human resources. She had a gift for coaching young people.

Sandy loved the arts, history and culture and spent much of her leisure time attending theatre, socializing with friends, sometimes talking for hours on end. She loved traveling with friends and family in California and New York as well as various parts of the US, Canada, and Europe. She always brought back treasures and gifts to those she loved.  Most of all, she loved spending time with her large family, often traveling thousands of miles to meet and be with her siblings, their families, and the newest members of her family, her “little rattlesnakes”. 

Sandy had countless close friends and those friendships have endured for decades. While she never married, she kept all her family and friends close at heart and was best known for always going out of her way to stay connected with them. She approached life with grace and a remarkable sense of humor, always finding the silver lining and joy even in difficult situations. Her passion for work and life, her heartwarming smile and her generous heart made those she knew feel loved and respected.

Our Sandy’s example of strength, faith, friendship, love, and human compassion will never be forgotten. “God, give us all the strength to walk in Sandy’s light”. 

Family and friends are invited to call on Friday August 4, 2023 from 4:00-7:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Co. Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 10:00AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday August 5^th at Resurrection Parish (St. Mary’s) 18 Ellicott St. in Batavia. Sandy will be laid to rest in Elmwood Cemetery. 

Per Sandy's request, memorials may be made to the family. To leave an online 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.

Elizabeth A. Hogan, 82 of Buffalo and formerly of Corfu, passed away peacefully on Friday (July 28, 2023) at Buffalo General Hospital.

She was born February 24, 1941 in Buffalo, a daughter of the late Michael F. and Marie C. Merlihan Seereiter. She was the wife of the late Joseph Hogan. She was a devoted mother and grandmother who will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Elizabeth was a math teacher for Bishop Neumann High School in Williamsville for 17 years prior to her retirement. She also served as class advisor and liaison with the Amherst Bee providing news about Neumann students and their activities.  For several years she supervised class scheduling for all students. 

She and her husband were foster parents for over 9 years for about 25 children. She was a secretary for over 30 years for the Wednesday night Bowling League at Transit Lanes.. She enjoyed the results of her husband’s gardening, canning and cooking all produce from their yard. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Survivors include her daughter, Patricia Hogan of East Aurora. Sisters, Rose (William) Wade of Waltham, MA and Louise Seereiter of Amherst. Grandchildren, Oren Patrick (OP) Clough, Anthony John (AJ) Ferris and Joseph Thomas (JT) Turnbull. Nephews, Michael Wade and David Wade.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Wednesday (Aug. 2nd) from 3-7pm at the J. Leonard McAndrew Funeral Home, LLC, 32 John St., Akron, NY. Her Mass of Christian Burial wil be Thursday (Aug. 3rd), 9:30am at Christ The King Church, 30 Lamarck Drive, Amherst, NY 14226.

She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph Cemetery, Batavia, NY.

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.

Lois N. Dimick, age 88 of LeRoy, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 11 at The Hospice of Western Reserve, Medina, Ohio with her daughter and family members at her side.

     She was born December 25, 1934, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Edmund and Elsie May Schramm (nee Torrey). Lois was preceded in death of her loving husband of over 50 years, Clayton D. Dimick, brother, Lee Schramm, sister, May Schramm (nee Donahue), sister-in-law, Mary Dimick (Papp), brothers-in-law, William (Shirley) Dimick, Richard (Diane) Dimick and Rodney Dimick.

  Lois will be remembered as a loving and devoted wife, mother and dear friend to all. She enjoyed spending time with her daughter, gardening and spending time with Grand Dog, Ginger. For over 60 years she was a member of the Eastern Star-Creekside Chapter 887 (formally the Olive Branch Chapter) in LeRoy, NY, a member of the LeRoy United Methodist Church and she was a member of The LeRoy Garden Club.  Early in Lois’ married life, she worked at Murphy’s Five & Dime store on Main Street and eventually went on to waitress at the Springbrook Inn in Caledonia.

     Lois is survived by her daughter, Terri L. Dimick (nee Campbell), sister-in-law, Sylvia Dimick, along with several nieces, and nephews. 

     A Memorial and Remembrance of Life for Lois will take place on Saturday, August 5 from 11 AM ~ 1 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake St. Rd., LeRoy, with the service commencing at 12:30 PM.  Lois will be reunited and laid to rest with Clayton at the Western New York National Cemetery in Pembroke.

     In lieu of flowers Memorial contributions can be made to the Eastern Star Creekside Chapter 887 or The Hospice of Western Reserve, 5075 Windfall Road, Medina, Ohio 44256.   

     Your memories and condolences may be shared with Lois’ family at www.falconefuneralhome.com.

Joseph M. Newton, Sr., age 65, of Medina, passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023 with his devoted wife, Elaine, by his side at the Ashtabula County Medical Center in Ashtabula, Ohio, following a courageous battle with necrotizing fasciitis.

Born August 30, 1957 in Medina, Joe was a twin son of the late Richard F. and Caroline (Giambatista) Newton, Sr. He was a graduate of Albion High School, Class of 1975. Growing up on his family’s farm, Joe continued his passion for farming throughout his life. He worked for many years for the Alvin Smith Farm in East Shelby, where he eventually retired. Joe was an active member of the East Shelby Volunteer Fire Co. for 37 years, where he was currently serving as vice president. He and his family shared a love for racing. Joe also enjoyed hunting, playing cards, trips to the casino and yard-saling with his twin brother, Jim. He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren, who will miss him dearly.

In addition to his parents, Joe was predeceased by his twin brother, James Newton; sister, Toni (James) Dunn; and brother, Richard F. Newton, Jr.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of nearly 40 years, Elaine A. (Schneider) Newton; four children, Joseph M. Newton, Jr., Jonathan (Becky) Newton, Jordyn Newton and Ayriel (Roger) George; seven grandchildren, Jacob, Jared, Jessica, Josephine, Jonathan Jr., Landyn and Myles; stepbrother, Darryl Schultz; stepsister, Gerri Schultz; sister in-law, Dawn Newton; and several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life gathering will be held on Saturday, Aug. 5 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at the East Shelby Vol. Fire Hall, 5021 E. Shelby Rd., Medina, NY 14103. A dinner will be served at 5:00 p.m., all are welcome to join. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the East Shelby Vol. Fire Co. at the address above. Arrangements are in the care of Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com

Batavia - Carl F. Kruger Sr., 91, of Batavia passed away on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at Premier Genesee Center in Batavia, NY.

Mr. Kruger was born Tuesday, March 1st, 1932, in Batavia, New York, a son of the late William C. Kruger and Ida (Butler) Kruger. 

Carl was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and the L.L.L. of the church. He was also a member of the Circus Historical Society and the Circus Model Builders. Carl enjoyed woodworking, birdwatching, and especially building circus models. Carl was a proud member of the United States Army, serving in the Korean War, where he was awarded the Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, and the National defense Service Medal. After his time in the military Carl became a Maintenance Foreman for Batavia Metal products until his retirement in 1984.

Carl is survived by his sons Carl F. (Janice) Kruger Jr., of Nappanee, Indiana and Roger (Kathy) Kruger, of Temple, Texas; Daughter in law, Rebecca Kruger, of Batavia, New York. He is also survived by eight grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. 

In death Carl will be reunited with his parents, William C. Kruger and Ida Kruger; his son Glen C. Kruger who passed away on October 26, 2017; brothers Harold Kruger and Alfred Kruger; grandson, Glen William and his great grandchild Brooke.

Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 from 10:00 AM  to 12:00 PM  at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 E. Main St. Batavia, NY.  Carl 's funeral service will be held at 12:00 PM at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 E. Main St. Batavia, NY with burial to follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, Attn: Office of Development 2900 Rocky Point Drive Tampa, FL 33607.

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

Jamie Leigh Hoca, 41 of Jamestown, NY passed away on July 27, 2023 at UPMC Chautauqua in Jamestown, NY.

Jamie is survived by her beloved husband Jonathan and her two children Quintin and Izzabella. She is also survived by her father Harry J. Pask of Batavia, her father-in-law Theodore (Denise) Hoca of Gowanda, several aunts, uncles, siblings, and many nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by her mother Joan P. Pask and her mother-in-law Valerie Sue Hoca.

A proud Class of 2000 OACS graduate, Jamie was a shining example of how to live life to its fullest. She enjoyed music, especially boy bands. She cherished interacting with people. Her co-workers and customers became some of her best friends. She greeted everyone with a big smile and a kind heart. Most of all, Jamie loved her husband and her children, they meant everything to her.  

Jamie's family would like to extend special thanks to those who provided support during the past several months: Theodore Hoca, Richard Lawrence, Donna (Al) Bangert, Roxanne (Scott) Ross, Bill (Annie) Lawrence, Michelle Murphy, Michael Pask, Denise (Terry Smith) Pask, and Christopher (Nichole) Hoca.

Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life at Roman’s, 59 Main Street, Batavia, on August 12 from 11-3. In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made directly to the family. Jonathan Hoca c/o Christopher Hoca, 244 Kinsey Avenue, Kenmore NY 14217

East Bethany - Douglas "Doug" Murray, 79 of East Bethany passed away on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia, New York.

Mr. Murray was born Saturday, July 1st, 1944 in Newark, New York a son of the late Harry Murray and Edith (Brown) Murray. 

Doug was a great driver, an amazing husband, father, and grandfather who is loved and will be missed forever. Those who have had the pleasure of knowing him and being a part of his life will never forget all the amazing moments they have gotten to share with him. We love you grandpa/ Doug.

He enjoyed truck driving, fishing, going to the Genesee Speedway, and spending time with friends and family. He loved working in his vegetable garden and going on trips to the Adirondacks and 1000 Islands.

Doug married the love of his life, Ellen, in 1982. He worked hard to provide for his family as a truck driver for ARG Trucking, for 28 years, until his retirement. Together they raised two wonderful children and shared many blessed memories with them.

Doug will be remembered by his wife, Ellen Murray, of East Bethany; daughter, Shannon Murray of East Bethany; granddaughter, Grace (Joel) Prouty, and his soon to be great grandson; brother, Eugene (late Linda) Murray of Newark and Paul (Alice) Reak of Elba; sister in law Barbara Murray; brother in law, Verne Smallidge and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In death Doug will be reunited with his daughter, Crystal Murray; parents Harry and Edith Murray; siblings, Alice (Charles) Hughes, Doris (Bernard) Simonse, Elizabeth Smallidge, Gertrude (Chester) Smallidge, Nina (Albert) Van Winkle, Barbara (Robert) Garvey, Marilynn Murray, Clinton Murray, Edith (Butch) Herman and Robert Murray.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home. At this time there are no services.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity that is close to your heart.

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