Obituaries

June E. Stevens, 87 of Oakfield, passed away peacefully Sunday morning (September 22, 2013) at the Batavia Health Care Center.

She was born in Batavia on October 7, 1925.

June was a homemaker for most of her life and was predeceased by her husbands, Edwin J. Vokes  and George Stevens.

Survivors include her son Edwin J. (Molly D.) Vokes of Oakfield.  Daughter, Missy Blackman of Batavia.  She is also survived by five grandchildren.

There will be no prior visitation. Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Expressions of condolence may be made at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

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

LeRoy ~ Stella Elizabeth (Liz) Pollock, age 99, formerly of West Avenue, passed away late Wednesday morning (Sept. 18, 2013) at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.

     Mrs. Pollock was born April 13, 1914 in Dunnville, ON, a daughter of the late Richard and Frances Drake Grills.

     She will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother, who loved to travel with her late husband, Russ.  They thoroughly enjoyed their time with their "winter friends" in Crescent City, FL.   She was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Olive Branch 509.

     She is survived by her children, John (Patricia) Pollock of Trumansburg, Janice Cooper of LeRoy, and Joanne (William) Berry of Canandaigua, 7 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.  In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her son in law, Franklin Cooper.

     Friends may call on the family on Thursday, Oct. 3 from 12:30 ~ 1:30 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), where services will be held at 1:30 PM.  Interment will be in Dunnville, ON.  The courtesy of no flowers is requested with memorials suggested to Howe Memorial United Methodist Church, 252 N. Summit St., Crescent City, FL 32112.

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

Joseph S. Grasso, Sr., 93 of Batavia, passed away Friday morning (September 20, 2013) at his residence.

He was born in Batavia on July 1, 1920, a son of the late Louis and Angeline Butera Grasso.

Joseph was a U.S. Navy Veteran having served during World War II and was the Chaplain of the D.A.V. for several years.  He was the owner of the former Batavia Thrift Store on Jackson St. in Batavia prior to his retirement.  Joe’s life revolved around his family and was a very dedicated husband, father, grandfather and great grandpa.  His presence will definitely be missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his loving wife of 73 years, Bessie A. Hale Grasso “Red” of Batavia. Two sons, Joseph (Carol) Grasso, Jr. of Batavia and Richard (Kathy) Grasso of Hilton. One daughter, Betty Ann Nash of Florida.  Sisters, Louise Capuano of Batavia and Sister Virginia Marie Grasso of Buffalo.  Sisters-in-law, Betty Grasso of Batavia and Nellie Grasso of Florida.  Also survived by 14 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren , great-great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

He was the brother of the late Patsy, Frank, Andrew and Salvatore Grasso, Madeline Gabriele and Mary Jane Mruczek.

Friends and family may gather to share memories, thoughts and condolences on Tuesday from 3-6pm at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia.  A funeral service will commence at the conclusion of visitation at 6pm.  Private burial with full military honors will be in Grandview Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family for distribution.

Expressions of condolence may be made 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 & PROPRIETOR.

Marilyn J. Beedham, 83 of Attica, passed away on Friday September 20, 2013 at the United Memorial Medical Center. She was born January 7, 1930 in Batavia to the late Raymond (May Graham) Sprague. Mrs. Beedham worked as an Aide in the maternity department at the United Memorial Medical Center and then worked as a Home Health Care Aide. She was an avid bingo and card player that loved to crochet. She is preceded in death by her husband George Edward Beedham in 2006; son Kevin; brother Richard Sprague; two sisters Virginia Willis and Barbara Hamm.

Marilyn is survived by her sons Dennis (Dayle) of Oakfield; Michael (Janice) of Attica; Brian (Cyndi) Beedham of Attica; sister Betty (Arnold) Tiede of Batavia; 11 grandchildren Dennis, Zachary Pope; Jen (Haven Armstrong) Beedham; Jamie (Ryan) Rada; Corey (Kristine) Beedham; Amanda (Mark) Rajewski; Lisa, Nicholas, Meridith, James and Hailey Beedham; 2 great-grandchildren Jacob and Hannah Pope along with many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. Friends are invited to attend a 10:30 AM Funeral Service on Tuesday September 24, 2013 at the Trinity United Methodist Church 75 Main St. Attica, NY 14011. Interment will take place in Elmwood Cemetery, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Wyoming County SPCA 808 Creek Rd. Attica, NY 14011. To sign the online guest registry 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.

September 19, 2013, survived by Renee Tabone; dear father of Isaac Tabone; brother of the late Antoinette (Jim) Bray. No prior visitation. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at the Eastern Hills Wesleyan Church, 8445 Greiner Rd., Williamsville, Tuesday at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice Buffalo, Inc. www.denglerrobertspernafuneral.com

Esther E. Brudz, 80 of Darien, passed away on Monday September 16, 2013 at the Batavia Nursing Home. She was born on April 16, 1933 in Buffalo to the late Andrew (Elizabeth Makowski) Glowniak. Esther completed her Interior Design Course at the Chicago Institute of Interior Design and retired as a self employed Interior Designer. She was a member of Our Lady of Good Council in Darien. She enjoyed traveling, playing Euchre and most of all spending time with her family. She is preceded in death by a daughter Betty Jane; sisters Clara Witkowski; Irene (Gerald) Gach; brothers William (Sophia) Glowniak; Henry (Cecilia) Glowniak.

Mrs. Brudz is survived by her beloved husband of 59 years Joseph Brudz of Darien; sons Mark (Colleen) Brudz of Batavia; Timothy (Rita) Brudz of Attica; daughter Amy (Edward) Wenck of Indianapolis, IN; six grandchildren, along with several cousins, nieces and nephews. 

There will be no prior calling hours. An 11:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday September 27, 2013 at Our Lady-Good Council Church 10677 Alleghany Rd, Darien Center, NY 14040. Interment will be in St. Stanislaus Cemetery, Buffalo.

In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the family to be distributed to various charities. For more information or to sign the online guest registry please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or call 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

LOUIS A. CORBELLI – Age 77, of Batavia, formerly of Oakfield, died peacefully  Monday September 16, 2013 at the Genesee County Nursing Home. He was born in Altoona, PA, a son of the late Carlo and Domenica (Tacca) Corbelli, also preceded in death by his brother, John Corbelli and sister, Mary Jo Pilato.

Louis was a 1954 graduate of Oakfield High School and earned an associate's degree from Alfred State College. He was retired from the New York State Department of Transportation in Rochester where he held a civil engineering post for 37 years and was a member of the Highway of Engineers. He was also employed part-time at Batavia Downs for many years. He was a parishioner of Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph's) and former member of Ascension Parish (St. Anthony's) where he was president of the Holy Name Society and also served as an usher. Mr. Corbelli was a sports enthusiast who enjoyed bowling and was an avid golfer.

Mr. Corbelli is survived by his loving wife, Annette (Pullinzi) Corbelli of Batavia, a son, David (Julie) Corbelli of Elma; daughters, Judith (Dennis) Minnick of Alden and Marianne (James) Richter of Illinois along with four grandsons, Ryan and Alex Corbelli, Reagan and Reese Richter; brothers, Bernard (Pat) Corbelli of Georgia, Sandy Corbelli of Williamsville, Peter (Barbara) Corbelli of Batavia, Leo (Sue) Corbelli of California, Octavio (Lynn) Corbelli of Arizona and Victor (Barbara) Corbelli of Texas; sisters, Antoinette Martin of Missouri and Elizabeth Seeberg of Arizona; sister-in-law, Antoinette Corbelli of Williamsville; brother-in-law, Frank Pilato of Arizona along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to recite prayers, 9:15 AM Saturday September 21, 2013 at the Michael S. Tomaszewski Funeral & Cremation Chapel, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020, a Mass of Christian Burial will follow 10:00 AM at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph's Site).  Burial will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery and in lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to PSP.org or CurePSP 30 E. Padonia Road Suite 201, Timonium, MD 21093.           

Please share your memories of Louis, with his family at www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information call Michael at (585)343-7500.

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

Kevin Mark Doktor, 54, of Corfu,  died Sunday (September 15, 2013) accidentally at his residence while working with heavy machinery.

He was born in Batavia on February 20, 1959 a son of Richard Doktor of Corfu and the late Ramona Schmigel Doktor.

Kevin was a member of the Pembroke Community Church and proprietor of Doktor’s Welding in Corfu.  His hobbies were auto racing in Batavia and Perry, NY and implementing his engineering knowledge to create new inventions.   His favorite enjoyments were summer camping with his wife and children and working at Graham Manufacturing Co. in Batavia.

Surviving besides his father is his wife, Mary F. Morse Doktor whom he had married on December 12, 1992.  Three daughters, Rachel Doktor, Nicole Doktor and Samantha Doktor all at home.  One son Justin Doktor also at home.   A brother and sister in law, Douglas and Sonia Doktor of Corfu.  Three sisters, Cindy (Richard) Chilson of Holley, Dinene Hancock of So. Carolina and Dawn Murray of California.  His father in law, John (late Audrey) Morse of FL.  Three sisters and brothers in law, Anne and Ronald Walczak of FL, Paula and Paul Nenni of Clarence, NY and Diane and Robert Hawn of Stafford, NY.

Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Friends are invited to share their thoughts, condolences and fond memories with the family at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC.,  2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA  on Friday from 4 – 7 PM.   The funeral service will be Saturday, 10am at the Pembroke Community Church, 692 Main Rd., Corfu, (corner of Lake Rd. & Rt. 5) with Rev. Cindy Lempke Officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pembroke Community Church or National Autism Assoc., 20 Alice Agnew Drive, Attleboro Falls, MA  02763.

Expressions of condolence may be made at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC., 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA.  RONALD P. KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR & PROPRIETOR.

Batavia ~ Robert F. Cripps, age 75, of State Street, passed away Sunday afternoon (Sept. 15, 2013) at United Memorial Medical Center.

    Mr. Cripps was born Sept. 6, 1938 in Caledonia, a son of the late John and Minnie Stefani Cripps.

     He was a proud U.S. Army veteran, having served tours in both Korea and Vietnam.  He then worked as a trucking dispatcher up until his retirement.  He was a Buffalo Bills and an Elvis fan and he thoroughly enjoyed having conversations with his family and friends.

     He is survived by his wife, Barbara Favaro Cripps, his children; Robert (Heidi) Cripps of Canandaigua, Amber Marie Cripps of Richmond, VA, Jennifer Cripps of LeRoy and Heather (Richard) McClure of Albion; grandchildren, Trevor Cripps and Paityn Cooper; his siblings, John (Barbara) Cripps of NYC, Marion Roth of LeRoy, Ernest Cripps of Caledonia and Beatrice (Bill) Radley of Stafford, along with many nieces and nephews.

     Family and friends may call on Wednesday from 5 ~ 8 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc, 8700 Lake Road (Rt 19), LeRoy.  Rite of Christian burial will be held on Thursday at 9:30 AM at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph's Church), Batavia, with entombment to  follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery.  Memorials are suggested to the Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 193, 53 Main Street, LeRoy, N.Y. 14482

     Mr. Cripps and his family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc.  (585) 768~2400

Esther R. Cianfrini, 93 of Batavia formerly of Oakfield, passed away on September 14, 2013 at the Genesee County Nursing Home. She was born October 2, 1919 in Batavia to the late Guy (Lola Acanfora) Chiarolanza. Mrs. Cianfrini was retired from the Oakfield Alabama School System where she worked in food service for 23 years. She was a former member of St. Padre Pio Parish. She is preceded in death by her husband Ezio J. Cianfrini in 1997, a daughter Mary Ann Bermingham in 1992, a great grandson Andrew John Cianfrini in 2009, Brother Frank Chiarolanza, and Sisters Josephine Ficarella, Frances Seamans, Mary DiSanto, Margaret Pascucci; brother-in-law Paul Cianfrini.

Esther is survived by her son John (Jean) Cianfrini of Batavia, son in law John (Barb) Bermingham of Rochester, 4 grandchildren Terry (Ken) Todd of California, Debbie (Owen) Guile of Pavilion, Pamela Vernaccini of Michigan and Kristen Cianfrini of Batavia.   5 Great Grandchildren also survive along with sisters in law Cecelia Zito, Catherine Cianfrini both of Batavia, Anna Czekanski of Ford City, PA.

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday September 17, 2013 from 4 to 7 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020. A 9:30 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be take place on Wednesday September 18, 2013 at Resurrection Parish 303 East Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. Entombment will be in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum.

Memorials may be made to Genesee Cancer Assistance 16 Bank St. Batavia, NY 14020. To sign the online guest registry 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.

Loretta A. Sobon, 93 of Batavia died Friday (September 13, 2013) at the New York State Veterans Home.

She was born in Machias, NY on December 27, 1919, a daughter of the late Conrad and Emma Rossmann Allenbrandt.

She was the widow of the late Stephen Sobon who died on December 24, 1978.

For many years she was a clerk cashier at the Market Basket Grocery Store in LeRoy.  She volunteered at the V.A. Hospital for over 28 years and enjoyed soft music, knitting crocheting.  With her talent as a fine seamstress she also made her own clothing.  She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Batavia for many years.

Surviving is her brother, Albert (Elizabeth) Allenbrandt of Piffard, NY her sister, Anna Dye of Franklinville, NY Anna Mae Allenbrandt of Caledonia, NY.  Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Visitation will be Wednesday from 10:30 to 11am at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 31 Washington Ave., Batavia, NY 14020 where services will follow.  Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery in Machias.

Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the church.

The family of Loretta Sobon would like to thank everyone at the Veterans Home of Batavia for their compassionate and loving care that they gave to Loretta.

Expressions of condolence may be made at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.ney.

Arrangements were completed by the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA.  RONALD P. KONIECZNY, DIRECTOR & PROPRIETOR.

Corfu - Eleanor W.. Klotzbach, 91, of Indian Falls, passed away Friday (September 6, 2013) at United Memorial Medical Center, Batavia.

Mrs. Klotzbach was born August 23, 1922 in Ray, NY, a daughter of M. Merlyn and Grace (Hickox) Woodruff.

She was a graduate of Alexander Central School and SUNY at Morrisville.  After graduation from college she became a school dietician at Holland Patent, NY and later managed a cafeteria at Doehler-Jarvis in Batavia during WWII.  Following her marriage, she became a mother, homemaker and packed eggs for neighboring farms for many years.

Her interests included reading, sewing, gardening, food preservation, birding and a love of her family and friends.  Most of all, she wished for all persons she encountered to know the Love, Grace and "the Peace that passes all understanding" which Jesus Christ offers to Mankind. The World was Eleanor's Mission-field!

In the community, she was very active in the Indian Falls United Methodist Church as a junior and senior choir director; a leader at the local and district level of the United Methodist Women; Missions chairman and treasurer; Sunday school teacher and Release Time instructor in addition to being a member of the Friendship SS Class. She actively supported the Gideons International and Wycliffe Bible Translators. Her multiple talents were shared with several organizations including Home Bureau, Farm Bureau and the Dairyman's League as well as assuming a leadership role with 4-H. For many years she loved exhibiting at the Genesee County Fair.

Eleanor is survived by her four children, Kathy (Richard) Craig of Indian Falls, Peter (Carole) Klotzbach of Buffalo, R. Thomas (Mary) Klotzbach of Livermore, CA and Joy (Randy) Yousey of Basom; 15 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren. A sister, Harriet Miller also survives, along with many beloved in-laws, nieces and nephews.

Eleanor was predeceased by her husband, Roy Klotzbach, sister Marge Lawrence, brother Donald Woodruff, grandson Matthew Klotzbach and many in-laws.

Friends may call  from 3 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m  Wednesday at the Indian Falls United Methodist Church, 7908 Allegheny Road, Corfu, NY 14036. The funeral service will be held at the church, Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Burial will be in Indian Falls Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Indian Falls United Methodist Church or to the family to be distributed to Gideons International or Wycliffe Bible Translators. Arrangements are being made by C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc. 4 East Main Street, Corfu, NY.

LeRoy ~ Barbara Jane (Canfield) Ellingham, age 59, of South Street Road, passed away late Friday afternoon (Sept. 6, 2013) at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester.

     Mrs. Ellingham was born October 16, 1953 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Gordon Canfield and Mary Lois Caruthers Canfield.

     She shared her love of reading with her many students at the Pavilion Central School, where she was a wonderful and devoted elementary teacher up until her retirement.  She was also known to be quite the “quilter”, making many lovely quilts for her family and friends. 

     She is survived by her mother, Mary Lois “Mike”  Canfield of FL, her son, Kenneth (Donna) Ellingham of LeRoy, her daughter, Crystal Ellingham (Brandon Smith) of LeRoy, grandchildren; Breanna, Kenneth Jr. and Mikayla, her sisters, Donna (William) Friedman of LeRoy and Susan (Glen) LaVallee of Baldwinsville, her brother, Rick Canfield of Batavia, an aunt, Jane Gillette of LeRoy, an uncle, Joseph Crnkovich of LeRoy, her dear friends of the “Wrapper Group”, along with many nieces and nephews.

     Family and friends may call on Tuesday from 4 ~ 8 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Rd (Rt. 19), LeRoy.  Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 AM at the Living Waters Church, 30 Main Street, LeRoy.  (Parking is available in the municipal lots on Bank St., Bacon St. and Mill St.)  Interment will follow in Machpelah Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 15 Prince Street, Rochester, NY 14607

     Mrs. Ellingham and her family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc.  (585) 768~2400

Batavia - Shawn P. Wolcott, Jr., 10, of Batavia, passed away Thursday, (September 5, 2013) at Women's & Children's Hospital, in Buffalo, as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.

Shawn was born August 6, 2003 in Buffalo, a son of Shawn Wolcott, Sr. and Adeelah Anda (Makeen Ithna-Asheri) Wolcott, both of Batavia.

Shawn attended elementary school at John Kennedy and was looking forward to entering 5^th grade.  He was a very special boy who touched the heart of everyone he met.  He was extremely loving, intelligent, and inquisitive.  He especially loved the Ghostbusters, origami, and his bike.  Shawn will be remembered by all who knew him as a very sensitive, caring, loving person.

Surviving along with his parents is his brother, Iben Makeen Ithna-Asheri of Batavia; Paternal grandmother, Mildred Wolcott of Batavia; Maternal Grandmother, Terry Youngs of Castile; Maternal grandfather, Jay Warner of AK; along with several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Shawn is preceded in death by his Paternal grandfather John H. Wolcott who passed away in 2005 and his paternal great-grandparents Clair and Shirley Folmar.   

Friends may call on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia.   Shawn’s Funeral Service will be at 1:00 PM, Tuesday, (September 10, 2013) at the funeral home.   Memorials in Shawn's memory may be made to the family c/o Adeelah Anda Wolcott, 111 State Street, Apt. 3, Batavia, NY 14020.  Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery, Batavia.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Mr. Clarence L. Torrey, 93, of Bethany, died Friday (September 6, 2013) at home.

Mr. Torrey was born February 7, 1920 in Stafford, the son of the late Lee and Nellie (Noble) Torrey.

A veteran with the United States Army, he served from 1942 to 1945.  He was a machinist at LeRoy Machine in LeRoy and enjoyed riding his bike, playing cards and gardening.

Survivors include four children, James C. Torrey of Stafford, Patricia A. (George) Harrison of Stafford, Louise J. Korpar of Henrietta and Robert (Deborah) Torrey of Batavia; fifteen grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

His wife of 54 years, Edna Viola (Schramm) Torrey, died in 2000. He is the brother of the late Ruth Sanders and Elsie Schramm.  

Calling hours are Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main St., Batavia. Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 6188 Route 5, Stafford.  Burial with full Military Honors will be in East Bethany Cemetery, Bethany.

Memorials may be made to Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250 or online at www.DAV.org.

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