Obituaries

Nancy J. MacConnell, 83, of Batavia passed away on Friday February 27, 2015 at Genesee County Nursing Home. She was born November 5, 1931 in Bergen the late George (Esther Wessendorf) MacConnell. She is preceded in death by her brother Roderick MacConnell and sister Shirley (George) Hankey.

Nancy worked as a Registered Nurse for Genesee Memorial Hospital prior to retirement.  She was a Deacon at East Bethany Presbyterian Church and sang in the choir. Nancy loved gardening and bowling.

She is survived by her loving children Mary A. (Christopher) Savino of Wappingers Falls, NY, Karen M. DeFelice of Pavilion; brother Larry (Pat) MacConnell of LeRoy; grandchildren Amanda S. MacConnell, Brian A. DeFelice, Bradley A. DeFelice along with several nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. A Service will be held at the convenience of the family in the spring. She will be laid to rest in Mt. Rest Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association www.alz.org/wny.com  or Volunteers for Animals 3841 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020. 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.

Oakfield - Orma Marie Worthington, 87, a longtime resident of Oakfield and resident of the School House Manor in Oakfield for twenty years and the owner and operator of the former Oakfield Cash Market, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at Genesee County Nursing Home, in Batavia.

Orma was born on August 5, 1927 in Lisbon, a daughter of the late Fredrick and Florine (Mills) Montroy.

In January 1948, she married Newell Worthington and was a longtime Oakfield Resident. 

She owned and operated the Oakfield Cash Market from 1947 through 1953 and from 1962 to 1975.  In the late 1950's she owned the Royal Restaurant and The Country Grill.  She was the manager of the Oakfield Mobile Home Park through the 1980’s and into the 90’s.  Orma was proud of her nurse's training and was an extremely hard worker with a focus on raising her sons. 

She was the loving mother to James (Carrie), Jeffrey (Kristin), and John (Sandy) and the proud grandmother of Jennifer, Becky, Jeffrey, Holly, Jamie, Randy and Kasey as well as 7 great-grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her sisters, Belva Meyer and Shirley Ram.   

Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Burdett and Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Ave., Oakfield.  Orma’s Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Padre Pio Parish, St. Cecelia’s Worship Site, 56 Maple Ave., Oakfield, NY.   In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Muriel H. Marshall Fund for the Aging, Rochester Area Community Foundation, 500 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14607.  Burial will be in Cary Cemetery in Oakfield.

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

Batavia ~ Edward Panek , age 56, passed away early Saturday morning (Feb. 28, 2015) at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester.

    

Mr. Panek was born July 25, 1958 in Batavia, N.Y., a son of the late Edward and Rosemary Lamendola Panek.

     He enjoyed motorcycles and family gatherings.  He also resided in Daytona for several years, where he loved to watch nascar racing and go fishing every chance he had.    

     Mr. Panek is survived by his son, Daniel Panek (Sarah Bell) of LeRoy; brothers, Duane (Carol) Lamendola of Chili, Robert Panek of Daytona Beach and Ronald (Gerri) Panek of Wyoming; sisters, Denise (Robert) Renouf of Hornell, Sheree Panek of Pavilion and Mary (David) Coates of LeRoy; along with several nieces, nephews and cousins.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother and sister-in-law, David and Heather Panek. 

     Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Ed's Life on Saturday, March 7 from 1 ~ 5 PM at the LeRoy American Legion, 53 W. Main Street. Interment in St. Francis Cemetery will be at the convenience of the family.

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

     Mr. Panek and his family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. in LeRoy.  585-768-2400

Earl “Butch” M. Spring, 90, of Attica passed away peacefully Saturday February 28, 2015 surrounded by his family at United Memorial Medical Center. om  HHe was born August 2, 1924 in Batavia to the late Harry (Esther Bey) Spring. He is preceded in death by his sister Eleanor Beaver.

Butch was a graduate of Alexander Central High School. Upon graduation he entered the service. Butch was a Corporal Combat Engineer of the United States Army, WWII.  He earned 5 Battle Stars, fought at Omaha Beach during the Normandy Invasion, Battle of the Bulge, Battle for the Ludendorff Bridge at Remagen. He was a member of the 299^th Engineers (Combat) Battalion. He was recently honored with a living tribute by the Patriot Guard Riders. His expertise in masonry and pride in his work was evident in the beautiful homes he built in the area. After his retirement he pursued a second career in 1980 as a Building Inspector for New York State Office of General Services which he retired from in 2001. He loved to read and was a huge fan of the Buffalo Bills. His greatest joy however was spending quality time with his grandchildren.  Butch was a member of SS Joachim and Anne Parish and a life member of the Bricklayer and Allied Craft-Workers Local 45.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years Helen “Honey” (Shreder) Spring; daughter Mary Kay (Dr. Gerardo) Palacios of Tampa, FL; son Jim Spring of Buffalo; sisters Betty Bauer of Batavia, Barbara Spring of Batavia; 3 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. Services will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Attica Rescue Squad 11 Water Street Attica, New York 14011. For more information please call 591-1212 or 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.

Joan C. Stark, 83 of Eden, formerly of Akron, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday (March 1, 2015) at St. Francis Home in Williamsville, NY.

She was born in Buffalo, NY on August 22, 1931, daughter of the late Clarence P. and Catherine Schimmer Wangler.

Joan was a former Sister of St. Joseph and a cook for the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Williamsville.  She was a member of St. Teresa’s Church in Akron.  Joan also enjoyed cooking and baking and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

She was predeceased by her husband, Clarence Stark.

Survivors include three brothers, Paul (Karen) Wangler of West Falls, NY, Thomas (Gayle) Wangler of Newton, MA and David (Marilyn) Wangler of Edmonton, Alberta.  Two sisters, Ann (late William) Sayers of Akron and Mary (late Jack) Young of Pembroke.  Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Wednesday (March 4^th) from 3-7pm at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 JOHN ST., AKRON, NY.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, 10am at St. Teresa’s R.C. Church, Buell St. , Akron.  Interment will be in Clarence Center Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Teresa’s R.C. Church, 5779 Buell St., Akron, NY 14001. 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. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR & PROPRIETOR.

Mildred “Mickey” O. Tourville, 78 of LeRoy, passed away on Saturday February 28, 2015 at United Memorial Medical Center. She was born June 12, 1936 in San Diego, CA to the late Walter (Mildred Smith) Beetle. She is preceded in death by a son Daniel Tourville.

Mrs. Tourville worked for PW Minor. She enjoyed scrapbooking and put together numerous photo albums for her family. Mickey was an avid Buffalo Bills Fan, enjoyed doing crafts, playing the lotto and playing bingo. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren during the Christmas Season.

She is survived by her loving children Rev. David Tourville of Olean; Dennis Tourville of Batavia; Deborah Tourville of Batavia; Diane Tourville of Ogdensburg; Donna (Fred) Kabel of Batavia; Darlene (Dan) Bailey of Batavia; she was married to Lester Tourville of Hamburg; sisters Evelyn Bishop of Clifton Springs; Edith Beetle of FL; Loretta Wyatt of Rochester; Carol Ganias of Liverpool; 12 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday March 3, 2015 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday March 4, 2015 at Ascension Parish 19 Sumner St. Batavia, New York 14020.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to LeRoy Village Green 10 Munson St. LeRoy, NY 14482 and or Mass Intentions in care of Father David 202 South Union St. Olean, NY 14760. 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.

Pavilion ~ William L. Lamb, age 45, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 26, 2015 at Strong Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

    

Will was born February 4, 1970 in Batavia, a son of Rosemary Smith and the late Earl William Lamb.

     Will had exceptional math skills and enjoyed working with his hands to putter and build things.  He also had the incredible gift to make everyone laugh.  He was quick to joke, poke fun when the chance arose and reminisce about the good times from the past.  His positive attitude was infectious.  His glass was always half full, never empty.  Spending time with family and friends was Will's greatest joy.  We will miss him dearly. Gone from this earth, but never from our hearts.

     "The Golden Gates stood open, God saw you needed rest, His garden must be beautiful, He only takes the best."

     Will is survived by his loving wife of 14 years, Mardell Parmenter Lamb; children, Tiffany Rose of Spencerport and William II at home; his mother, Rosemary Penepent of Stafford; step-children, Vincent Longhany and Liana Longhany; step-sisters and brother, Christine Cannon of Corfu, Cheryl Carey of Batavia and Nicholas Carey of FL; mother-in-law, Mary L. Cordes; brothers-in-law, Tom Parmenter and Tim (Denise) Parmenter; best friend, Mark Dickes of Pavilion; his crazy cat, "Silly Girl", along with many nieces and nephews.

     In addition to his father, he was predeceased by his step-father, Gerald Carey.

     There are no prior calling hours and services will be announced at a later date.

     In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Will's family at P.O. Box 62, Pavilion, N.Y. 14525.

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

     Mr. Lamb and his family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. in LeRoy.  585-768-2400

Ronald M. Brown, 53, of Corfu went to his heavenly home while surrounded by his loving family and his furry companion Skamp on February 25, 2015 following a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born September 6 1961, in Buffalo to Dawn (Roger) Hill of Elma. He is preceded in death by his father-in-law Conrad Zalewski.

Ron was the loving devoted husband of 19 years to Elizabeth (Zalewski) Brown and loving devoted father to Katelyn “Punkin” and Nicholas “Buddy” Brown. He loved his family with all his heart and soul. Everything that he did showed his love and devotion to his family. Ron was always there to lend a helping hand to family and friends. Ron worked for Eastern Tank Services in Amherst New York until he became disabled in 2011.  The Brown Family would like to thank the Visiting Nurse Association for providing wonderful care and support during this difficult time.  Ron will be missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his loving wife Elizabeth M (Zalewski) Brown of Corfu; son Nicholas C. Brown of Corfu; daughter Katelyn M. Brown of Corfu; brother Robert (Michelle) Knaler of CA; sisters Deborah (Peter) McNally of Lancaster, Jeanette (Dave Barnett) Holdsworth of Cheektowaga, Cheryl (Andy) Dietrich of Amherst; mother-in-law Noreen Zalewski of Corfu; brother-in-law Ken Grant of Kenmore; sisters-in-law Lou Ann (James) Walker of Indiana, Sue Ann (James Silk) Zalewski of Corfu, Ceceilanne (Glenn) Seidel of Kenmore along with many nieces and nephews.

A 10:00 AM Mass of Christian burial will be held on March 9, 2015 at St. Maximilian Kolbe (St. Francis of Assisi) 18 West Main Street Corfu, NY 14036.  

Flowers respectfully declined memorials may be made to Batavia Visiting Nurse Association 61 Swan Street Batavia, New York 14020. 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.

 

Bergen ~ Gertrude A. Ladd, age 90, of Maple Avenue, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at her residence following a brief illness.

     Gertrude was born on April 19, 1924 in Amsterdam, N.Y. to the late John and Marjorie Kimmins Hoshko.

     Following her graduation from Amsterdam High School, she attended the Rochester Park Avenue School of Nursing where she received her degree as a Registered Nurse.  She was employed at Lakeside Memorial Hospital, Brockport, N.Y. for 30 years prior to her retirement.  She was a member of the Twig Association of Lakeside Memorial Hospital, the Gillam Grant Community Center, Park Avenue Hospital Alumni Association  and the Covered Bridge Society of Western New York.  Gertrude enjoyed camping, bowling, crocheting and completing jigsaw puzzles.

     She was predeceased by her husband, Wallace in 1983, son, Kevin in 2014, sisters, Ruth and Marjorie, brother, Arthur and two infant children.

     She is survived by her children, Eugene (Mary Dixon) of California, Ronald (Marsha) of Batavia, Donna Ladd of Waterford, NY, Joanne Ladd and Brian Ladd (Susan Wilson) at home, Timothy (Susan) of Oklahoma, Dennis (Rochele) of Holley; predeceased son, Kevin's fiance, Ann Gardner; brother-in-law, Walter Wehnau; 12 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.

     Special thanks to Gertrude's care providers, Leslie Fuller and Rose Anthony.

     Family and friends may call on Monday, March 2 from 2 ~ 4:30 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy, where her memorial service will be held at 4:30 PM.

     Memorials are suggested to either the Newman Riga Library, 1 South Main St., Churchville, NY 14428; Bergen Fire Dept., 10 Hunter St., Bergen, N.Y. 14416 or American Cancer Society, 1120 S. Goodman St., Rochester, NY 14620.

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

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

Alvin Wood Jr. (Woody, Sonny) of Perry, was called to heaven on Tuesday February 24, 2015. Woody is preceded in death by his parents Alvin (Emma) Wood Sr.; daughter Kimberly Wood and brother Richard Wood.

Woody recently celebrated his 80^th birthday on January 23, 2015. He was a graduate of the class of 1954 of Perry Central School. He was married to Coralyn (McClurg) Wood for 58 years. Woody was a member of the Laborers Union in Rochester, New York and worked as a Construction Foreman for many years. He was a life time member of the Perry Center Fire Department and former manager of the Perry Raceway. Woody was also a member of the Army Reserves where he was a Drill Sergeant. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, hiking and spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife Coralyn (McClurg) Wood; daughter Karen Robb; son Kevin (Lanette) Wood; sisters Evelyn Shaughnessy, Laura (Jim) Richards and sister-in-law Helene (Richard) Wood; grandchildren LeighAnn (Mitch) Res, Chelsea Robb, Brighton Wood, Kendrick Wood, Camden Wood Sarah Wood; and great-grandchildren Elijah and Sarah Rex.

Friends are invited to call on Saturday February 28, 2015 from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530.  A 1:00 PM Service will immediately follow at the funeral home.

In Lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Perry Center Fire Department PO Box 204 Perry,  New York 14530. 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

Thomas J. Pierson, age 57, of Perry died on Thursday February 19, 2015 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. He was born in Warsaw, New York on May 19, 1957 a son of the late Gordon J. Pierson and Gladys (Brown) Pierson of Perry. He is preceded in death by his father Gordon and a brother James.

Tom attended Perry High School. He first started out his working career at the family farm, later worked for Koch Trucking in Leicester, then M&T Trucking in Pavilion. Tom eventually became a self employed truck driver owning TJP Trucking Inc., after retiring from truck driving he went to work for the Town of Perry where he was the sexton of Glenwood Cemetery. Mr. Pierson was a member of the Mt. Morris Congregation of the Jehovah's Witnesses. He enjoyed gardening, wildlife, spending time out in the nature, and hunting with his sons. Many will remember Tom on how he liked to joke with people.

He is survived by his wife: Lucretia “Lucy” (Piraino) Pierson who he married on August 26, 1978, his mother Gladys Pierson of Perry; 2 sons Shane (Jennifer) Riolo of Rome, Joshua (Melissa) Pierson of Wyoming;  sister Jeanine Pierson of Warsaw; brother: Steven (Terry) Pierson of Perry;2 grandchildren Noah and Lily Riolo along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8pm on Friday February 27th at the Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530. A Memorial service will be held on Saturday February 28th at 2:00pm at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses 1721 Rt. 20A in Leicester, New York 14481.

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.

Lois M. Bush, 84, of Silver Springs passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Sunday (February 22, 2015) surrounded by the unwavering love of her family.

Lois devoted her life to her loving husband, Tom, of 60 years and together they raised eight children.   She was employed at the former Agway Petroleum and at Bush Hill Florist. Lois was an active member of St. Isdore’s Catholic Parish (St. Mary’s Church in Silver Springs), where she and Tom volunteered at Friday night bingo.  Lois was also a member of the Perry Chamber of Commerce for many years. 

Lois enjoyed Sunday gatherings with her family.  Lois and Tom celebrated each year by traveling to their favorite vacation spot in Florida.  She enjoyed cooking, baking and gardening.

She will forever be remembered by her family and friends for her generous spirit, warm hugs, unconditional love, and blueberry muffins.

Lois considered her life to be blessed in countless ways including her loving children, Joe Bush of Silver Springs, Sue (Greg) Walton of Bliss, Debbie (Brian) Gross of Castile, Marty (Doug Hammond) Bush of Rochester, Linda J. Bush of Silver Springs, Lori A. Bush of Cape Coral, Florida, Tim (Linda) Bush of Silver Springs, and Tom (Becky) Bush of Perry along with 16 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas S. Bush, who passed away in 2013 and parents, Gordon and Genevieve (Granger) Woodard. 

Family and friends are invited to call from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. on Wednesday, February 25, 2015, at the Eaton-Watson Home, LLC. 98 N. Main St. Perry. Prayers at 10:15am at the funeral home will precede a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church in Silver Springs.

She will be laid to rest in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Silver Springs. 

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Church in Silver Springs, 23 Church St., Silver Springs, NY 14550; James P. Wilmot Cancer Center at Strong Memorial Hospital, 601 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY  14642; or Silver Springs Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 117, Silver Springs, NY 14550. 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.

SHIRLEY A. RADLEY - age 79, of Batavia, NY went home peacefully to her heavenly Father on Thursday afternoon February 19, 2015 at The Highlands at Brighton. She was born January 27, 1936 in Rochester, NY to the late Clarence and Edna (Swager) Alvut, also preceded in death by her son, Gregory; brothers, E. George Alvut & Clarence Alvut, Jr.; sisters, Jean Stanton and Beverly Squires.

   Shirley was a 1953 graduate of Byron Bergen Central School and retired from Rochester Institute of Technology in 1999, she also worked at Chloride and Leroy Dry Cleaners. She was a life time member of the Stafford Ladies Auxiliary and the Batavia Bridle & Saddle Club. A member of the Flip-Flop Club and Morganville Hobby Club along with being a past 4-H leader. Shirley loved and adored her grandchildren, playing cards, reading, knitting, following hot air balloons and enjoyed being a horse show mom/grandma.

   Surviving are her loving children; Roy (Judy) of LeRoy, Dennis (Florine) of Basom, Deborah (Jerry) Klotzbach of Basom, Thomas (Barbara) of Stafford, Judy (Michael) Anderson of Stafford, Kenneth (Lorie Yasses) of Batavia, Susan (William) Meier of Corfu and Ronald (Julie) of Batavia; sister, Vicki (Gary) Walbridge of AL; sisters-in-law, Barbara Alvut of Batavia and Virginia Alvut of FL; 17 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren along with several nieces, nephews and many special friends.

   Shirley's family will be present from 4-8 p.m. Monday February 23, 2015 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020 where a Celebration of Life will begin at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday February 24. She will be laid to rest in Morganville Cemetery and in lieu of flowers memorials in her memory can be made to Genesee Cancer Assistance, Inc. 16 Bank Street Batavia or Genesee ARC  64 Walnut Street Batavia, New York 14020.  

   Please leave your words of comfort to Shirley's family at www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information call Michael at (585)343-7500.

THE FAMILY OF SHIRLEY A. RADLEY IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020.

 

Roland John Lamb, 99, of Cowlesville, NY, died on Tuesday, February 17 at home. Born in Darien, NY, Roland was the son of the late Henry Champany and Ida Welker Lamb.  He attended Corfu High School, where he was active in 4-H and played baritone horn in the band.  After graduation, Roland continued working on the family farm and taking night shifts at Curtiss Wright Aircraft as well as marching in local bands including a clown band and a variety of Volunteer Fireman bands.  Enlisting in 1941, he proudly served in the US Army and rose to the rank of Captain.  Roland saw action in the European Theater including the Normandy Invasion.

Roland married Carolyn Reileinon February 23, 1946 and they settled into the business of running the family dairy farm and raising a family.  Later, they both worked at Scott Aviation in Lancaster NY. He had an active and curious mind and enjoyed sharing his enthusiasm for astronomy and the natural world around him.  Upon retirement, he discovered  his love of baking and his hobo bread, scones and brownies were much appreciated by all.  He was the family historian and could be counted on to tell many entertaining stories of growing up on the family farm.

Roland is predeceased by his wife Carolyn, sister Elsie and brothers and sister-in-laws Leslie (Margaret) and Kenneth (Marion).  He is survived by his brothers Gerald (Grace) and Evan (Vonceil) ; daughters Alyson (John) and Debra; grandchildren Meghan (Nathan) and Jeremy (Alyson) Deans, Kate (Jeff) and Nathan Henry and great grandchildren Michael and Matthew Smith.  He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and a much loved extended family.

There will be a memorial service held this spring.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to the Home Care and Hospice of Wyoming County, the Cowlesville Fire Company, The USO or a charity of your choice. For more information please call 591-1212 or 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.