Obituaries

June Kanaley, 92, of LeRoy, passed away on Friday, November 18, 2022. She was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother who had a unique ability to make others laugh. June was a member of Our Lady of Mercy Parish and the American Legion. She loved spending time with her family, dancing, reading, angels and the Buffalo Bills. 

   

  Born in Jamestown, NY, she was the daughter of Merrill and Margaret Rogers. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her loving husband, Ronald Kanaley, her brothers, Edward and Roger Rogers, sister-in-law, Mary Alice Rogers, brother-in-law, John Kanaley, and sister-in-law, Mary Kanaley.

     June will be sadly missed by her daughters, Christine (David) Baker, Pamela (Thomas) Rider and Patricia (Guy) Clark; grandchildren, Kimberly (Michael) Amico, Erin Baker, Katherine (Shannon) Whaley, Caylin (Stephen) DePuy, Daniel (Erin) Rider, Adam Clark, Connor (fiancée Becca) Clark; great-grandchildren, Mikayla and Sean Amico, Isaac and Sarah DePuy, and Jade and Brayden Whaley; sister-in-law, Angeline Rogers, nephews, Steve (Chris) Rogers, Greg (Jody) Rogers and niece, Ann Marie (Rick) Suttell.

     Family and friends may call Tuesday, Nov. 22 from 4 ~ 7 P.M. at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake St. Rd., LeRoy.  Her Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 23 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter’s Church, 44 Lake St., LeRoy.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Epilepsy Foundation of America.

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

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CORFU - Family and Friends of James Cassidy may call on Friday (Nov. 25, 2022) from 4 to 7 p.m. at Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 E. Main Street in Batavia. James' Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, 8656 Church Street in East Pembroke. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Florence A. Mooney, 88, of Oakfield, passed away on November 17, 2022 at Rochester General Hospital.

Florence was born May 13, 1934 in Oakfield, a daughter of the late Roy and Myrtia (Kingdom) Brumsted.

Florence was an auto racing fan, having supported her daughter, Rhonda, as she raced.  She was also a fan of the New York Yankees, Buffalo Bills and the Syracuse Orange.  Florence enjoyed baking apple pies and was a nurse's aide at the former Genesee Memorial Hospital.

Surviving are her children, Robin Mooney, Roxanne Mooney, Rhonda (David) Waters and Ryan (Noreen) Mooney; her sister, Iola Anderson; grandchildren, great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Florence is the wife of the late Frederick Mooney and sister of the late Jeanette Taber, Vivian Brumsted, Florine Taggert and Francis Gray.

There are no prior calling hours and services for Florence will be held privately.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Lung Association, www.lung.org or the Genesee County Animal Shelter, www.vol4animals.org/donations.  

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

Arrangements for Florence were entrusted to the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield, (585) 948-5325.

Raymond J. Jamalkowski, 90 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Friday (November 11, 2022) at St. Johns Home in Rochester, NY.

He was born March 5, 1932 in Batavia, a son of the late Stanley and Mary Brzeczkowski Jamialkowski.

Ray was a 1949 graduate of Batavia High School where he played football, basketball and baseball. Shortly after high school, he played professional baseball with the Batavia Clippers. Ray then served in the U.S. Army, where he also played baseball. He graduated from McNeese State College in Lake Charles, Louisiana with a Master’s Degree in Education. He played football while he was at McNeese. Also while in Louisiana, Ray played fast-pitch softball and his team reached the Fast-Pitch World Series.

He spent his career as a physical education teacher and coach. Most notably, Ray coached nine seasons of football at Batavia High School. He also coached football and basketball at LeRoy High School and football at Livonia. During his career, he also coached golf, tennis and track and field. Before his retirement from coaching, Ray was an assistant football coach for Brockport State College.

In 2005, Ray was inducted into the Batavia Blue Devils Athletic Hall of Fame and in 2018, into the Section V Football Hall of Fame. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing golf as well as watching the Buffalo Bills and Duke and Syracuse basketball teams.

He was the husband of the late Dorothy Ann “D.A.” Jamalkowski and brother of the late Carl, Leo, Stanley, Victor, Steven, Henry, Irene, Genevieve and Florence Jamalkowski.

Survivors include his son, Thomas Jamalkowski of Batavia; brother in-law, William "Butch" (Judith) Walters of Mecedon; and several nieces and nephews.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery. Expressions of condolence 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.

 

 

  Peter J. “Bear” Gravante Jr., 33, of Byron passed away on Wednesday November 16, 2022. He was born on February 1, 1989 in Rochester to Peter J. (Christine) Gravante Sr. of Rochester and Barbara Gravante of Byron. He is predeceased by his grandparents; John Gravante, Mary (Albert) Smith and Richard (Arlene) Lyman.

Peter graduated from Byron-Bergen High School. He worked in construction and was known as a very hard worker. Peter enjoyed working and tinkering with cars and trucks. He had a big heart and was always willing to help someone in need.

In addition to his parents, Peter is survived by his siblings; John Gravante of IN., Nikki Gravante of GA., Jason Kone of Byron, James Kone of Byron, Matthew Thornley of LeRoy and Christopher (Trish) Thornley of TX., along with many Aunts, Uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends are invited to call on Monday November 28, 2022 from 4:00-7:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 9:30AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday the November 29th at Resurrection Parish (St. Mary’s) 18 Ellicott St. in Batavia. Peter will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to Crossroads House www.crossroadshouse.com.. To leave a 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.

LeRoy ~ Carmella A. Say, age 54, of South Street Road, passed away Tuesday evening (Nov. 15, 2022) at Rochester General Hospital.

     She was born May 3, 1968 in Batavia, a daughter of Anita Ange Iannello and the late Leonard J. Iannello.

    

Carmella was a loving wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, niece and dear friend to many.  She enjoyed scary movies and loved to decorate for all the holidays.

     She will be sadly missed by her husband, Peter; children, Olivia Taney and Dustin (Tessa) Say; grandson, Dawson Say; mother, Anita Iannello; brothers, Augie Iannello and Leonard (Tammy) Iannello; mother-in-law and father-in-law; five brothers-in-law; four sisters-in-law, along with several loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends.

     In addition to her father, Leonard, she was predeceased by her sister, Anna Lynn Iannello.

     Family and friends are invited to attend her Rite of Christian Burial to be held on Saturday, Nov. 26 at 10:30 A.M. at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter’s Church, 44 Lake St., LeRoy.  Interment will be in St. Francis Cemetery, LeRoy.

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

LeRoy ~ Regina (Van Alst) Steen, age 94, passed peacefully on November 16, 2022.

     She was born September 18, 1928 to the late Bertha (Criger) (Van Alst) Morrison and Harry Van Alst. She was predeceased by her husband of 69 years, Pete Steen.

    

Regina was a 1946 graduate of LeRoy High School. She taught kids to swim at Red Bridge and Horseshoe Lake, worked at Lapp Insulator in the payroll department for ten years and the local school cafeteria for fourteen years.

     She loved her family, swimming, the Adirondack camp and car races.

     Regina is survived by daughters Barbara Steen, Nancy (Mike) Glover, Dorothy (Ed) Schramm; special granddaughter Ali (John) Dawson; nieces and nephews.

     In addition to her husband, Pete, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Mary Jane (Fred) Grasby, Rita (George) Carmichael, Dorothy (Abe) Machols and step-father, Ellsworth Mike Morrison.

     At Regina’s request, there will be no visitation or services.

     Memorials are kindly suggested to LeRoy Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 56, LeRoy, NY 14482.  www.leroyems.org/donations-memorials

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

Roger P. Sabatino, 81, of Ocala, Florida passed away peacefully at his home in the early morning hours of November 8, 2022. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 52 years, Joanne M. Sabatino, together they had 7 children, 14 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren.

Roger leaves behind his second wife, Iris Kerr Sabatino, his children, Anna Marie (Wes) Peterson, Terri Sabatino, Stephen (Cheryl) Sabatino, Cathy (Chris) Morgan, Barbara (Kevin) Turner, Carolyn (Joseph) Suranni, and Tina Breton, along with his brothers, Jack (Judy) Sabatino of North Carolina, James Sabatino, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

He was born May 16, 1941, in Albion, NY to the late Jacob and Christine Sabatino. He was a graduate of Notre Dame High school, in Batavia and then went on to raise his family together with Joanne, in East Bethany, NY, where he was an active member of Immaculate Conception Parish, as well as a scout master for more than twelve years. He and Joanne moved to Belleview, Florida in 1994. He worked as head custodian of St. Timothy’s Catholic Church in The Villages, Florida until his retirement in 2006.

He enjoyed gardening, reading and spending time with his family. Roger was a 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus and was a devout Catholic. He was a member of the Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Ocala, Florida.

Roger will be deeply missed by his family and friends, but we are all comforted in the knowledge that he is now reunited with his wife, whom he dearly loved. He will be laid to rest at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery. At his request, there will be no visitation or memorial services held. There will be a Funeral Mass at St. Joseph’s church, Resurrection Parish, in Batavia on Saturday, December 3, 2022 at 10:00am.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Belleview-Santos Elementary School, 9600 US 441 S Belleview, FL 34420 for the media center to purchase new books so future generations can share Roger’s love of reading.

Batavia - George E. Bell, 71 of Batavia, passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2022 at Buffalo General Hospital.

George was born Saturday, March 31st, 1951 in Batavia, a son of the late Earl Bell and Ruth Moore Bell.

George was self-employed as a contractor for nearly 40 years. He has subcontracted to Will’s Carpet One, Imperial Kitchens, Frontier Kitchens, Kitchen World, and Wortzman’s Furniture where he spent the majority of his career. Most recently, George was employed as the Maintenance Director at Leroy Manor, in Leroy, NY. A hard-working, quiet man, with a wry sense of humor he loved being home with his family after a hard day at work. George was the consummate family man. He loved working on and at his home, watching home improvement shows, and Fox News. He was loved by all and will be greatly missed.

Surviving are his wife, Sally M. (Little) Bell whom he married on August 21, 1970; his children, Kevin C. Bell, of Upper Jay, NY and Heather R. Bell of Oakfield; his granddaughter, Clara Jean Murphy; his brother, Robert (Deborah) Bell of Elba.  

He is predeceased by his son Timothy E. Bell who passed away on January 19, 1992. His parents, Earl and Ruth (Moore) Bell also predeceased George.

There are no prior visiting hours.  George's Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 26th, 2022 at Calvary Baptist Church, 3515 Galloway Road, Batavia. A luncheon reception will directly follow the service at Calvary Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Crossroads House, P.O. Box 403, Batavia, New York 14021 or to his family. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in his memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.

Corfu - Julie A. Herman, 68, of Corfu, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2022, at Strong Memorial Hospital after a long illness.

Julie as born on June 26, 1954, in Batavia, a daughter of Charles A. and Eleanor Peterson Herman. She was the aunt of the late Nicole Elizabeth Herman and step daughter of the late Patricia J. Herman.

Julie was a 1972 graduate of Pembroke Central High School, where she excelled in athletics. She was a 1976 graduate of SUNY Cortland and a member of Arethusa Sorority. In the late 1980’s,  Julie went back to school at Simmons Institute of Funeral Service and in October of 1989, she received her license to be a funeral director. She immediately went to work with her Dad in the family business, C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc. She maintained her license up until June of 2022. Julie enjoyed all sports and would go and watch the local games at Pembroke High, especially the girls sporting events. Julie was a life long Yankees fan. She was a longtime member of the Corfu United Presbyterian Church.

Julie is survived by her life-partner, Patricia L. Marvin; her brothers, Charles B. (Lori) Herman and Richard B. (Nicole Hornstein) Herman; her sister, Elizabeth A. “Betsy” (Sander) Abramson; nephews, Jason T. Herman and John D. Baudhuin; niece, Jessie L. (Michael) Molle`; great nephews, William G. Molle`, Jack Charles Molle` and Alexander J. Baudhuin; great niece, Kate Elizabeth Molle`; several cousins and a host of dear friends.

Family and friends may call Friday, November 18th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main Street, Corfu. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 19th, at Noon at the Corfu United Presbyterian Church, 63 Allegheny Street, Corfu, NY with a luncheon to follow. Burial will be private in Evergreen Hill Cemetery.

Elba - Pamela S. Weller, 67 of Elba passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2022.

She was born Tuesday, September 13th, 1955 in Batavia, NY a daughter of the late Lorne Horton and Nancy Horton. 

Pamela married the love of her life, Darwin Weller, on May 31, 1986. She worked as a CNA for Genessee County Nursing for 35+ years until her retirement in 2015. Pam was easy going and enjoyed, crafting shows, electronic games, card games, soap operas, and lifetime movies. She enjoyed vacationing in Florida, spending time with her family, and loved the Christmas season. 

Pamela is survived by her husband, Darwin Weller; brother, Peter (Michele) Horton; nephew, Kevin Horton; niece, Katie (Pat) Horton; uncles, Kennith (Louise) Post, Sherm Horton and several cousins.

In death Pamela is reunited with her Parents, Lorne and Nancy Horton and a brother, Michael Horton.

Family and friends are invited to call on November 17, 2022  from 4:00 pm  to 7:00 pm  at H.E. Turner & Co,. Inc. Funeral Home, 403 E. Main Street, Batavia.  Pamela 's funeral service will be held at 10:00 am on November 18, 2022 at H.E. Turner & Co,. Inc. Funeral Home, 403 E. Main Street, Batavia.  Burial will be immediately following the funeral service at Maple Lawn Cemetery in Elba.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Volunteers for Animals of Batavia 3841 W. Main Street Batavia, NY 14020.  Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Tammy Jean Culver, 58, of Batavia passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2022 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.
She was born in Batavia NY on August 18, 1964 to the late Herbert Scroger and the late Gloria (Kinne) Cardinali. She graduated Oakfield Alabama Central School in 1983 and graduated from Continental Beauty School as a Cosmetologist. After marrying David Culver on October 10, 1987, she opened up of own shop, Tammy's Beauty Shop in South Alabama for 29 years and retired in 2016 after moving to Batavia.

Tammy is survived by her loving husband David Culver, 2 daughters Ashley (Josh) Dyrbala of Oakfield and Erica (Jessie Buchanan) Culver of Brockport. She will be deeply missed by her 2 granddaughters who affectionately called her Mimi, Chloe Lynn and Hailey Grace Dyrbala. She is also survived by a sister Tina (Bob) Kehlenbeck of Oakfield and a brother Herbie (Pudgie) Scroger of East Bethany and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She will be missed by her loving dog Maci Mae.

Besides being predeceased by her parents she has lost her sisters Peggy McBride, Toni Scott, Kim Knauss, a niece Tracy Sumeriski, and nephew Chris Blake, Jr.
Tammy had an amazing sense of humor and made everyone around her feel welcome. She loved the sun and especially enjoyed her year-round tan. She really loved her yearly vacations with her family especially the beaches around the US. She loved her flowers and enjoyed decorating her home for the seasons. She loved being around family and friends and her summer end parties and card games. Her most cherished memories are the time she spent with Chloe and Hailey.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to Golisano Children's Hospital or James P. Wilmot Cancer Center at URMC, 601 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester NY 14642.
Relatives and friends may call on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 from 4:00 PM-8:00 PM at the Bogan & Tuttle Funeral Home, 226 Pearl St. Medina, NY 14103, where a funeral service will be held on Wednesday 11:00 AM with the Rev. Erik Olsen officiating. Burial will be in the Alabama Cemetery.
Please light a candle or share a memory of Tammy at: www.bogantuttlefunerals.com

Batavia/Alexander - Betty M. Schmieder, 92 of Batavia, formerly of Alexander, passed away on Thursday, (November 10, 2022) at Premier Genesee Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Batavia.

Mrs. Schmieder was born February 3, 1930 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Millard and Margaret (Schuster) Calkins.

Betty had a great love for animals and cared for many throughout her life. In her younger years she enjoyed traveling with her late sister, Carol.

Surviving are her children, Michael (Terry) Schmieder of Alexander, Stephen (Robin) Schmieder of Alexander, Paula (Jeff Welker) Lord of Georgia, Mary (Joe Wyland) Schmieder of Batavia, Eric Schmieder of Alexander, Joanne (Joseph) Laney of Alexander, and Paul (Lynette) Schmieder, Jr. of Alexander; daughter-in-law, Lisa Schmieder of Stafford. 13 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive.

Betty is preceded in death by her husband, Paul Schmieder, Sr.; brother, Dean (late Chris) Calkins, and sister, Carol (late Jim) Geise.

Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday (November 26, 2022) from 3 to 4 p.m. at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street in Batavia.  Betty 's memorial service will immediately follow visitation.  Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery in Attica.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Volunteers for Animals, PO Box 1621, Batavia, New York 14021.  Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Scott James LeTourneau, 75, of Newfield, New York passed away on November 11, 2022. Scott was born in Udine, Italy on November 18, 1946. He spent most of his life traveling for work, leaving his mark in Germany, Massachusetts, Maine, Alaska, Libya, and Connecticut (to name a few). He retired as a project controller for Perini Construction.  

Scott was creative, a true artist at heart. He spent his free time reading, writing his novel, crafting leather accessories, telling stories, molding tin soldiers for his kids and grand-kids, painting landscapes, and journaling, among many other projects. He loved his family, and will be greatly missed by those who knew him.

Scott is survived by his wife of 29 years, Valerie LeTourneau; his children, Lance (Emily) LeTourneau, Lilly LeTourneau, and Wesley LeTourneau; his grandchildren, Gavin LeTourneau, Garret LeTourneau, and Grant LeTourneau; brother, Guy (Cathy) LeTourneau; sister-in-law, Jill LeTourneau; and his loyal dog, Pugsy.

In death, Scott is reunited with his parents, Roger and Vivian LeTourneau; his brother, Mark LeTourneau; and his three bulldogs, Margaret, Abigail, and Waldo.

A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. Scott will be laid to rest in Western New York National Cemetery in Pembroke. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alexander Fire Department, PO Box 336, Alexander, New York 14005. Arrangements for Scott are under the care and direction of H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home in Batavia. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.