Obituaries

Batavia - Henry I.  Larson, age 79, of Batavia, went home to the loving arms of his savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at the Buffalo VA Medical Center in Buffalo, New York.

Mr. Larson was born Saturday, February 8th, 1941 in Niagara Falls, a son of the late Eric and Mary Estella Adrian Larson.

He attended Niagara Falls High School and the Columbia School of Broadcasting. He joined the United States Army in 1958, completing his basic training at Fort Dix, New Jersey. He was transferred to Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri for combat engineer training. He joined the Paratroopers in 1959 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina and served in Germany during the Berlin Crisis when the Berlin Wall was erected.

He was the co-founder and president of Batavia Channel 14 radio club, Free and Accepted Masons, Landmark Lodge in Niagara Falls, a lifetime member of the VFW Post No. 1602 and Disabled American Veterans, Batavia American Legion and the Loyal Order of the Moose, #1132 in LeRoy. He was the first president of the 400 Towers resident council and a member of the Batavia Housing Authority board of directors.

He drove tractor trailer for 35 years beginning with Tyler truck lines of Oakfield and ending his career with Cummings & Bricker of Batavia. During his 35 years, he drove over 3 million miles over 48 states, Canada and Mexico.

He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Patricia Tozer Larson; daughters, Dawn Larson (Randy) Piazza, Darlene Larson (Scott) Watson, Teresa “Trixie” Phelan (Ray) Eighmey; sons; Carl Eric (Suzie) Larson, Jason Eugene Phelan and David (Aaron) Larson; fourteen grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; one sister and many nieces and nephews.

He is predeceased by three sisters and one brother.

There are no prior calling hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial, with military honors, will be held at Grand View Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the family in care of Patricia Larson. To leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle in his memory, please visit  www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

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

Roosevelt Smith, Sr., 75, long time residence of Genesee County, passed away on Saturday, December 26, 2020 at his son’s home under the care of his family.

Roosevelt was born, January 24, 1945 in Minter, Alabama, a son of the late Lee Earnest and Lucinda (Moore) Smith.

Roosevelt was a founding member of the Genesee Country Church where he served as a trustee; developed, organized and lead both the elementary and teen programs for years; and drove the church bus.  He enjoyed reading his bible daily, mentoring youth, fishing, hunting and was an exercise enthusiast.  Roosevelt was a member of Godfrey's Pond and summered at Lei-ti Campgrounds for many years. He also participated in bowling and softball leagues in Batavia and Oakfield for many years.  He worked at P.W. Minor’s and Sons, for over 25 years, and also loved driving school bus for the Elba Central School District and worked for several years at Walmart in Batavia prior retirement.

Surviving are his sons, Roosevelt (Liza) Smith, Jr. of Byron and Christopher (Katelynn) Smith of Batavia. Grandchildren; Deacon, Malachi, Roman, Solomon, Genevieve, Ella, Lyla, Eva and Christopher and several nieces and nephews. His brothers; JD Smith, Lee Earnest, Willie Smith and Sisters; Viola Smith, Rosie Mae Davis, Alberta Smith and Shirley Jackson.

Preceded in death by James Smith, Bessie Davis, Willie Nell ”Lucy” Smith, and Deloise Smith.

A Celebration of Roosevelt's Life will be held at a later date at the Genesee Country Church.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association, https://act.alz.org/donate or A Cure for Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD), pkdcure.org.  Please use the email rsmith295jr@gmail.com if you would like to notify the family that you made a contribution in Roosevelt’s name.

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

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

Richard  A.  Cecere, 84, of Alexander, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020 at his home.

Richard was born August 19, 1936 in Batavia, a son of the late Anthony and Anna (Palvino) Cecere.

Richard loved being with his family, raising his turkeys, mowing his lawn and going to the track and watching the horses race.  He was an avid outdoors-man.  Richard was a member of Resurrection Parish and was inducted into the Batavia High School Sports Hall of Fame.  He was a steel worker at Continental Can Company in LeRoy and was also a veteran, serving with the United States Army.

Surviving are his wife, Helen (Gilhooly) Cecere of Alexander; children, Richard (Melanie) Cecere of Alexander, Debra (Tom) Irr of Arcade, Jeff (Jill) Cecere of Alexander, Julie Heale of Alexander and Gary Cecere of Bergen; 15 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Richard is the brother of the late Adeline Cecere and William Cecere.

Calling hours will be held on Monday, January 4, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia.  Please join Richard's family for his military honors which will be held in the front parking lot of Resurrection Parish, 303 East Main Street in Batavia, on Tuesday, January 5 at 10:15 a.m.  Richard's funeral mass will be held privately by his family.   

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the funeral home will be limited to 25 people throughout the course of calling hours. Please be prepared to wait outside. Face coverings and social distancing are required. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lake Plains Dialysis, 587 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020.  

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

LeRoy ~ William R. Klinkbeil, age 92, of West Main Street, was reunited with his loving wife, Rachel, on Christmas Day (Dec. 25, 2020) while at Rochester General Hospital.

    

 He was born November 16, 1928 in LeRoy, a son of the late Michael and Mary Kunzer Klinkbeil.

     William will be remembered as a very kind, compassionate and loving man, who was devoted to his family, his faith and his community.  He was proud to be a graduate of St. Peter's School in LeRoy and was also proud of his service with the U.S. Air Force.  He was a founding member of the Donald Woodward Memorial Golf League and a member of the Knights of Columbus.  He and Rachel were also long time members of St. Peter's Church, where they were greeters.  He and Rachel also worked together delivering Meals on Wheels.

       He is survived by his sons, Kevin (Barbara) Klinkbeil of Brighton and Kristopher (Catherine) Klinkbeil of Charlotte; grandchildren, Kristopher Klinkbeil Jr., (Fiancé Stephanie Roland), Sara Klinkbeil, Jennette Drmacich (Istvan Hajdu) and Jessika (Daniel) Drmacich-Flach; great-grandchildren, Sophie Hajdu, William Hajdu and Oona Drmacich-Flach; sisters-in-laws, Ursula Spillane,  Helen Klinkbeil and Annie Klinkbeil, nieces Shannon Spillane (Thomas Welsh)  and Shawn (Joseph) Siconolfi, special cousins Vicki (David) Clark along with many dear friends.

      In addition to his loving wife of 63 years, Rachel Drayo Klinkbeil, he was predeceased by his siblings, Clarence Klinkbeil, Julius (Jean) Klinkbeil, Jane (William) Page, Charles (Margaret) Klinkbeil, Edward Klinkbeil, Victor (Nancy) Klinkbeil, Thomas Klinkbeil, Michael (Shirley) Klinkbeil, and nephews, Mickey Spillane and David Klinkbeil

     His Rite of Christian Burial will be celebrated privately at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter's Church. The mass will be live streamed at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, January 4, 2021 through the parish website: www.ourladyofmercyleroy.org.  He will be laid to rest with Rachel in St. Francis Cemetery.

     Contributions in memory of William are suggested to the Parkinson's Foundation of Greater Rochester, 1000 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620

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

Samuel R. Oddo, 90 of Batavia, passed away on December 27, 2020 at United Memorial Medical Center. He was born in Batavia, on October 19, 1930 to the late Salvatore (Antoniette Irrera) Oddo. He is preceded in death by siblings William, Nicholas and Anthony Oddo, Sara Passamonte, Angeline Oliver and Anna DiStefano.

After High School, Sam worked at Doehler-Jarvis in Batavia. In 1950 he enlisted in the United States Air Force, he was stationed at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas, Warner-Robbins Air Force Base in Georgia and then shipped overseas via the U.S.N.S.C.G Morton to the Philippines for his remaining two years. Sam returned home and worked at Doehler’s for 13 years until he took a job at Hub Manufacturing until 1971. The same year Sam then gambled and started his own business called Elchar Tool and Die, a mold making shop in Batavia. Four years later he started a second business in injection molding plastics called Genesee Precision Plastics. There, they would make parts for Kodak cameras and Smith Corona typewriters and word processors.

Sam’s spare time included being a devout New York Yankees and Buffalo Bills fan, making wine and gardening. He enjoyed spending time boating and fishing at his condo on Ostego Lake. He was a member of St. Nicholas Club, American Legion and the VFW.

Sam is survived by the love of his life and wife of 63 years Theresa (Martino) Oddo of Batavia; children, Sam (Sharon) Oddo of Batavia; Nancy (Scott) Henry of Darien; Lori (Randy) Dibble of Corfu; Robert (Sandra) Oddo of Churchville; Julie (Kelly) Boyle of Batavia; siblings, Joseph (Frances) Oddo of Batavia; Richard (Donna) Oddo of Batavia; Katherine Turchiarelli of Buffalo; 13 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held for the family. He will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum, Batavia.

Memorials may be made to Kidney Foundation of WNY at www.kfwny.org. Batavia, NY 14020. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, NY 14020.

Oakfield - Eudocio Vazquez, 81 of Oakfield, passed away on Thursday, (December 24, 2020) at The Highlands at Brighton Nursing Facility in Rochester.

Mr. Vazquez was born March 20, 1939 in Salinas, Puerto Rico a son of the late Vidal (late Eugenia) Vazquez and the late Conception Rivera.

He was a former member of St. Padre Pio Parish and loved anything outside. Eudocio was an avid hunter and fisherman.

Eudocio is the husband of the late Edna (Osterstuck) Vazquez who passed away on May 7, 2020.

He is survived by his children, Anna (Joseph) Salone of Rochester, Connie (Russell Blumer) King of Batavia, Mary Davis of Batavia, Sarah Kreutz of Byron, Ashley Kreutz of Byron, and Adam Kreutz of Batavia; brothers, William Vazquez of Puerto Rico, Gabriel Vazquez, Miguel (Soraida) Vazquez, and Felipe (Rosalie) Vazquez all of Buffalo; sisters, Mina Vazquez of Puerto Rico, Lucy Garcia of Buffalo, Judith (late Bruce) Coleman of Puerto Rico, Maria (Edwin) Vazquez, Margarita Vazquez, Ana Cajigas, and Crusita Flythe all of Buffalo, and Martina (Ivan) Sanchez of Florida; a sister-in-law, Sharon Vazquez of Texas. 21 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

Mr. Vazquez is preceded in death by a brother, Jose "Cookie" Vazquez; and a sister, Ada Vazquez.

There will be no visitation. A private graveside service will be held in St. Cecilia's Cemetery in Oakfield with Fr. Thaddeus Bocianowski officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, WNY Chapter, 6215 Sheridan Drive, Suite 100, Amherst, NY 14221.

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.

Byron - Jane  L. Ivison, age 63, of Warsaw,  passed away on Saturday, December 26, 2020 at the Wyoming County Skilled Nursing Facility in Warsaw.

Jane was born Monday, November 25, 1957 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Howard R. Ivison and Arlene Rudd Ivison.

 A 1976 graduate from Byron-Bergen High School, Jane retired from the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home in 2009 as their dietary supervisor. A lifetime member of South Byron United Methodist Church, she enjoyed playing Bingo, ceramics and her lottery tickets.

She is survived by her brother; Kenneth (Carole) Ivison of Union City, Pennsylvania; her sister; Karen (late Dave) Fuller of The Villages, Florida; five nieces and nephews and eight great-nieces and great-nephews.

She is predeceased by her siblings; Beverly Ivison and William "Bo" Ivison.

There are no prior visiting hours. A celebration of life for Jane and Bo will be held at a later date. She will be laid to rest in Byron Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Byron Fire Department, P.O. Box 210, Byron, New York 14422.  To leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

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

Batavia - Edwin W. Schoenthal, 89 of Batavia passed away on Friday, (December 25, 2020) at Premier Genesee Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Batavia.

Mr. Schoenthal was born June 4, 1931 in Alabama, a son of the late Walter and Mabel (Scharlau) Schoenthal.

Edwin graduated from Medina High School in 1949 and worked for many years at the former Genesee County Farm in Bethany. Upon the farm's closure, he began working as a Drill Press Operator at Batavia Metal Products.  A fireman for nearly 70 years, Mr. Schoenthal joined the Bethany Fire Department in 1951 where he was a life member and past chief; he was a life member and past president of the Stafford Fire Department; and a life member, former board member, and past vice president of the Alabama Fire Department where he worked bingo weekly. He received numerous awards over 7 decades in fire service including the Genesee County Fireman of the Year Award in 1968.  He was a member and past president of the Genesee County Chiefs Association; a past member of both the NYS and WNY Volunteer Firemans Associations.

Surviving along with his wife, Sally (Meisner) Schoenthal whom he married March 3, 1955 are his daughter, Judy Sanders of Batavia; grandchildren, Jeremy, Todd, Andy, Jason, and Jessie; brothers, Alan (Leticia) Schoenthal of Texas, and Lester (Janet) Schoenthal of Ontario; a sister, Gloria Lewis of Maryland. Numerous great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews also survive.

Ed is preceded in death by a daughter, Deborah Ann Long; and a grandson, Eric Fairbanks.

Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street in Batavia. Edwin's Funeral Service will be held privately for his family, however will be live-streamed via the funeral home's website beginning at 8 p.m. Wednesday. Burial will be in Reed Cemetery in Oakfield.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alabama Fire Department, PO Box 798, Basom, NY 14013.

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, the funeral home will be limited to 25 people throughout the course of visitation. Please be prepared to wait outside. Face coverings and social distancing are required. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

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

Batavia - Joyce  L. Bassett, 87  of Batavia, passed away on Thursday, December 24, 2020 at home surrounded by her loving family.

Mrs. Bassett was born March 23, 1933 in Warsaw, a daughter of the late Lewis Bush and Charlotte Stevens Bush.

She retired from the New York State School for the Blind as the kitchen supervisor and was the former manager at The Batavia Club. Along with her late husband, Robert, they were the original owners and proprietors of The Batavia Party House. She loved being with her family.

Joyce is the wife of the late Robert F. Bassett who passed away on April 11, 2005.

Surviving are her daughter, Stacey (William) Bradley of Batavia; her daughter-in-law, Robin Bassett of Batavia;  five grandchildren; Melissa (Chad) Maniace, Marla Bassett and Justin, Brandon and Ethan Bradley; two great-grandchildren; Brooke and Brielle Maniace along with several nieces and nephews.

She is predeceased by her son, Wayne William Bassett, who passed away on February 12, 2019 and her siblings, Gerald, Homer, Wayne, Richard Bush, her twin brother Jack Bush, June Monagan, Phyllis Irwin, Diana Dumbleton and Marilyn Cristie.

There are no prior visiting hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.   She will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery, Batavia. A public celebration to honor Joyce will be held during the summer at a time, date and place to be announced. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association, Western New York Chapter,6215 Sheridan Dr #100, Buffalo, New York 14221 or Crossroads House, P.O. Box 403, Batavia, New York 14021. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

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

Le Roy, NY - Mary Ann (Coats) Vink, loving wife, mother, Nana, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday evening (December 23, 2020) at the age of 63 at Le Roy Village Green Nursing Home. She is survived by her husband, Randy; her

children, Nicole (Joel) Cleveland, Jeremy Vink, and Sarah (Craig) Freeman; her grandchildren, Brynn, Edwin, and Clark Cleveland, and Connor Freeman; her mother, Louise; her siblings, Cindy and Bob; and several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her father, Hugh.
     Mary Ann was born September 8, 1957 in Scio, NY where she graduated from Scio Central School before moving to Rochester, NY. It was while working at Kodak that Mary Ann met her husband, Randy and they married on May 22, 1982. She loved her husband unconditionally and her children and grandchildren wholeheartedly. Mary Ann was witty, silly, an amazing cook, and she was a mother to so many more than just her children. Her kitchen was always open to anyone who was hungry. Those that knew Mary Ann would say her greatest passion in life was her grandchildren, and there was nothing she wouldn't do for them.
     Due to Covid restrictions, there are no plans for a memorial service at this time. 

     In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the LeRoy Food Pantry, 48 Main Street, LeRoy, N.Y. 14482.

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

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

James A. Worthington, 82 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2020 at United Memorial Medical Center. He was born in Silver Creek, NY on January 11, 1938 to the late Charles (Irene Ransom) Worthington. He is preceded in death by a brother Richard Worthington and sister Joyce Kelly.

Mr. Worthington worked for many years at Gerber Products in Fremont, MI. He was also a very talented painter and carpenter. Jim was a longtime member of St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish and in his younger years was very involved in church societies.

Jim loved working on cars, especially with his boys and loved watching his girls play sports. He was a very hands on father that loved being with his family.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Harriet (Lang) Worthington whom he married on July 28, 1956; children James C. (Roberta) Worthington of Amherst, Cynthia (James Ponzi) Ward of Jamesville, NY, Jeffery (Grace) Worthington of Durham, NC, Ann Marie DiLaura of Batavia; brothers Ralph of LeRoy, Paul of Buffalo and Wesley Worthington of TN; 8 grandchildren, Charlotte, Clara, Sean, Alexa (Jacob), Cherie, Kimberly, Danielle, T.J. (Hailey); 2 great-grandchildren, Kasen and Jesse; two special nieces Marie DeFreze and Susan Johnson, along with many nieces and nephews.

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held for the family. He will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, 18 W. Main St., Corfu, NY 14036 or to Crossroads House, PO Box 403, Batavia, NY 14020. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, NY 14020.

Pavilion ~ Marna J. Twichell, age 94, passed away early Wednesday morning (December 23, 2020) at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.

     She was born August 8, 1926 at home in Chili, N.Y., a daughter of the late William and Clara Daugherty Voke.

     Marna was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and dear friend to many.  She enjoyed bowling, golf, playing cards and doing needlepoint.

     She will be sadly missed by her children, David Twichell of Batavia, Nancy Elliott of Pavilion and Brian (Anne Ngu) Twichell of Texas; grandchildren, Eric (Belle) Elliott, Elizabeth Twichell, Joshua Pedraza (Anna) and Nicole (Otis) Thomas; 12 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-granddaughter, along with many nieces and nephews.

     She was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Robert L. Twichell, sisters, Alta (Leonard) Sherman and Joan (Donald) Jacobs, son-in-law, Brian Elliott and grandson, Timothy Evan Robert Backes.

     A public memorial service will be announced at a later date.  Interment in the Pavilion Cemetery will be private.

     Marna's family wish to acknowledge and thank the staff of the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home for their compassion and wonderful care of their mother and grandmother during her stay there.

     Contributions in memory of Marna are suggested to the Sunshine Fund at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home, 10 Munson St., LeRoy, NY 14482

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

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

Major Kemp Sr., age 80, courageously surrendered his life to the Lord on December 22nd , 2020 at his home in Batavia, New York.  Major was born on February 5th, 1940 in Greenville, Alabama to the late Mr. and Mrs. Hillary and Catherine (Steel) Kemp.

Major was committed to his work, living life & family.  He was a dedicated brother, uncle, lover, father, grandfather & great grandfather.  He served his country as a member of the United States Army in 1957.    Major will be forever missed.  He leaves the following family behind to cherish his wonderful memories:

Girlfriend -  Brenda Terry

Children - *Stephon “Bud” (LaDel) Cook – Whitney (Joel) Grace, Stephon Jr.(Kiesha) Cook,  Aundrea, Xavier and great granddaughters Jordyn, Jaida and Mckinnely.  *Ronnie (Cecelia) Moore - LaTonnia and great granddaughter Aliyah Rose.  *Gwendolyn.   *Todd (Linda) Kemp - Craig, Micah, Trey, Maddy, Yvonne.  *Heather  Kemp – Devin, great granddaughters Serenity and Carson.  *Brian (Beth) Kemp – Parker, Talidy, Myloh, & Aslan.  *Danny (Chris) Kemp – Teiona, Alyssa, Eli & Eva.  *Katie (Joe) Smith – Tezni, Antwain, Kwame, Joma, Nunu, great grandson Dre’dyn and great granddaughter Zariella.  *Major Jr. (Kari) Kemp– Cody, Makenzie (Ryan) King, Kaelin, Major “Malik” the 3rd & Ty Kristopher.

Siblings  –  Willie “Jay” (Michelle) Kemp– Brandy (Damian) Jefferson and 4 children.  Sabrina (Tino) Taylor and 3 children, Andrea (Carlos) Brown and 3 children, Krystal Kemp and 3 children.  Ricky Kemp.  Pre-deceased by Brothers Robert Kemp, Willie “James” Kemp, William “Earl” Kemp and Sister Leola Kemp.

Best Friend – Marge Behl and many, many other friends and acquaintances.

Major was a friend, motivator & mentor, always willing to help those in need.  A fair and honest man that had a teachable moment in every life learned story that he told.  An amazing  man  -  truly a jack of all trades.  Even in the end, he showed us his strength & determination to make it home to be with his family. He had been there for us all our lives and we were there for him.   Now, his work here is done.  He received his call, an offer he couldn't refuse.  A reunion with family & friends he hasn't seen in a long  time.

Don't grieve for me, now I'm free.

Following the path God laid for me.

Taking his hand, when I heard him call,

Turning  my back & leaving it all.

Visitation will be held on Monday form 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial, with military honors, will be held at Elmwood Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Donald R. Carroll Toys for Kids Fund, 37 Center Street, Batavia, New York 14020. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Major's name, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

*Due to the ongoing pandemic, funeral home capacity is limited to 25 people. Social distancing and facial coverings are required. Thank you for your consideration and cooperation*

Byron - Ronald I.Schramm, 82 of Byron, passed away on Sunday, (December 20, 2020) at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester.

Mr. Schramm was born March 27, 1938 in Batavia, a son of the late Christian Schramm and Ethel (Sage) Schramm.

Ron was outdoorsy and enjoyed playing horseshoes, boating, and fishing. He also enjoyed bowling. He was an avid Buffalo Bills and New York Yankees fan. Ron along with his late wife adopted 18 children and fostered over 170. 

Ronald is the husband of the late Theodora J. "Teddie" Schramm who passed away October 14, 2019.

Surviving are his children, Peter (Elizabeth) Schramm of New Bern, North Carolina, Raymond (Edna) Schramm of Batavia, Scott (Lori) Schramm of Middleport, and Cindy L. Day of Alabama; a daughter-in-law, Mary Schramm of Bergen; a brother, Leonard (Esther) Schramm of Ocala, Fla.; sisters, Althea (late Richard) Penepent of Batavia, and Ethel (Roger) Uptegrove of Castile. 14 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Ron is preceded in death by a son, Ronald H. Schramm, Sr.; a brother, Donald (late Ann) Schramm; sisters, Daris (late Richard) Stack, and Edna (late Charles) Torrey.

There is no visitation. A memorial service will be held for Ron at a later date to be announced. Burial will be in Byron Cemetery in Byron. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Genesee Cancer Assistance, 127 North Street, Batavia, New York 14020.  

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.