Obituaries

Angelo C. Ianni, 97, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly Saturday (December 12, 2020) at his residence.

He was born September 25, 1923 in Oakfield, NY, son of the late John and Elizabeth Barone Ianni.

Mr. Ianni was employed with the former Sylvania and Masse Harris companies in Batavia prior to his retirement. He also was an avid tennis player in his older years. He was extremely proud of his military service to his country. He was a WWII Veteran with the U.S. Army Air Corps and witnessed the take off of the Enola Gay as it made its historic voyage to Japan. Mr. Ianni was selected to participate in the Honor Flight to Washington D.C. to view the WWII monument in recognition of his service to his country.

He is survived by his wife, Wilma Poodry Ianni of Akron, his sister, Rose (late Alfred) DeAngeli of Clarence, and nieces and nephews Darlene Panara, Lynn Ianni Bagnall, John Ianni, and Ronald DeAngeli.

Mr. Ianni is predeceased by his step-daughter, Lucia Jones; brother, Herman (Josephine) Ianni; sister, Helen (Raffaele) Santilli; and nephew, James Santilli.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Burial with military honors will be in Cary Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in his name may be made to the Erie County SPCA. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 JOHN ST., AKRON, NY 14001. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR.

 

 

Ella May “Tillie” Dunbar, 90 of Varysburg, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at Wyoming County Skilled Nursing Facility in Warsaw. She was born in Orangeville on July 9, 1930 to the late Ned (Frances Reitzel) Tilton. She is preceded in death by her husband Richard W. Dunbar who passed in October of 1994, son Ronald Dunbar and son-in-law Michael Chassin.     

Tillie drove school bus for 42 years. She was a very faithful woman who enjoyed traveling, cooking and most of all her family.    

Mrs. Dunbar is survived by her beloved children Paul Dunbar, Sandra Chassin, Stephen, Timothy Dunbar; grandchildren Mindy (Michael) Herrmann, Robert (Kendal) Dunbar, Robert (Karen) Chassin; great-grandchildren Laney Herrmann, Troy Herrmann, Riley Dunbar, Bryson Dunbar, Nicholas Chassin and Elizabeth Chassin.

Friends are invited to call on Saturday, December 19 from 3 to 7 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC, 135 Main Street, Attica, New York 14011. Funeral Services will be held privately. She will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery, Attica.

Please note the Funeral Home will be operating at 33% capacity per state guidelines. New York State requires those in attendance to adhere to the social distancing guidelines and face coverings are mandatory. Thank you for your cooperation.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Johnsonburg United Methodist Church, 3025 NY-98, Varysburg, NY 14167. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC, 135 Main Street, Attica, NY 14011.   

Debrah "Dee" A. (Jones) Butler, age 53, passed away unexpectedly on December 14, 2020.

Debrah had a lifelong love of all animals, especially horses. She rescued and rehabilitated many animals during her lifetime and loved knowing that she could give them a better life. She loved her family and was always telling others about her children and grandchildren who she was extremely proud of.

She is survived and forever loved by her husband Michael Butler of Elba; her children, Allisha (Eric) Fincher of Elba and Daniel Nichols, Jr. of Holley and her grandchildren; Hunter, Luke, Mason and Evelyn Fincher.

There are no prior visiting hours. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials in her name may be made to Volunteers for Animals, P.O. Box 1621, Batavia, New York 14020. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Dee's memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia.

Gary Elwood Tripp, age 62, of East Pembroke, died Friday morning, Dec. 11. 2020 at Unity Hospital in Rochester, New York. He was born July 1, 1958 to the late Guy and Marjorie (Bissell) Tripp.    

Gary was an avid contributor to his community as a lifelong volunteer emergency responder through work with East Pembroke and Alabama fire departments, LeRoy Ambulance Services and with the American Red Cross.

As a retired Nurse, Gary contributed to and then ran the Batavia Flea Market for many years, was a previous member of the County Agricultural Security Board, and was always looking for a way to help people in need.

Gary was a lifelong friend of almost anyone he met because of his outgoing spirit and genuine generosity. He appreciated being in the moment; to stop to enjoy a sunset, take pictures and share his experiences. Finally, Gary was a family man who enjoyed spending time with his fur-babies and those he loved; cherishing them as his most valued possession.

Surviving are his companion, Kathryn Sobresky, his brother James (Terry) Tripp, both of Batavia; his sons James Tripp, of Basom, and USAF TSgt Jeremy (Jessica) Tripp, of Chili; grandchildren, Patrick, Scott. Shawn, Natalie and Nicholas Tripp; and several nieces and nephews.

At his family’s request, there is no visitation or funeral services. He will be interred privately in Mt. Rest Cemetery in Bergen. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his memory can be made to your local volunteer fire department or Mercy Flight.

Batavia - Evelyn V.  Krauss, age 82, of Batavia, passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at the New York State Veterans Home.

Mrs. Krauss was born on Wednesday, November 23, 1938 in North Tonawanda, a daughter of the late Carlyle W. Edwards and Juanita Marleah Aldridge Edwards.

A veteran of the United States Navy, she worked for the Holiday Inn in Batavia for many years.

She is survived by her husband of 60 years, John I. Krauss of Batavia; two sisters; Carolyn Parton of Bergen and Jean Farrar of Kansas along with nieces, nephews and cousins.

She is predeceased by her siblings, Allan Edwards and Marilyn Ellithrop.

There are no prior calling hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. She will be laid to rest in the Western New York National Cemetery, Corfu.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the activities fund at the New York State Veteran's Home, 220 Richmond Avenue, Batavia, New York 14020.  To leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

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

Roger Lee Kimmel, 77, of Corfu, passed away Monday, December 14, 2020, at Premier Genesee Center, Batavia.

Roger was born on February 11, 1943, in Batavia, a son of the late Elmer D. and Evelyn D. (Phillips) Kimmel. He was predeceased by his granddaughter Aubrey Kimmel.

Roger graduate from Corfu High School, the Class of 1961. He was drafted during the Vietnam War, serving from 1966 to 1968 as a Sergeant in the United States Army. Roger worked for Sheet Metal Workers LU #71 of Buffalo from 1961 to 2001. He was a Life member of the Corfu Hook and Ladder Company #1, serving as Chief for 9 years.

Surviving is his beloved wife, Suzanne E. (LaVarnway) Kimmel; his children, Steven R. Kimmel, Tracey J. (John) Durzewski, Jennifer L. (Dean) Eck, Lori A. (Dan) Stiles and Brian M. (Magen) Kimmel; grandchildren, Coty Kimmel, Jensen Sukhenko, Brady Kimmel, Caleb Kimmel, Christopher Durzewski, Corey (Shania) Durzewski, Theresa Durzewski, Kevin Durzewski, Jayden Eck, Jacob Stiles, Megan Stiles, Chayce Stiles, Bradley Kimmel, Vincent Kimmel and Matthew Schuh; great grandchildren, Arya Kimmel and Lucius Durzewski; siblings, David (Linda) Kimmel, Ronald (late Bonnie) Kimmel and Dorothy (Robert) Smith. Several nieces and nephews and many friends also survive.

A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Corfu Hook and Ladder Company #1 or directly to the family. Arrangements were made by C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main Street, Corfu.

“Roger was loving husband, father and grandfather. He grew up on a farm and for all of his life, worked hard on everything he did. He loved to tease everyone. He had a dedication to serving his community and instilled a love for family. He will be greatly missed.”

Batavia ~ John W. Speidel, age 85, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2020.

   

  He was the beloved husband of Sieglinde (Lynne) for 62 wonderful years, devoted father of Susan (Chris) Edelman, Timothy (Lisa) Speidel, Stephen (Laura) Speidel and Daniel (Carol) Speidel; loving grandfather of 11 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.  Also survived by his loving sister, Margret King of Batavia; 3 brothers and sisters-in-law, along with many cousins, nieces and nephews.

     John was a blacksmith, welder and ran the family business with his father, Speidel Welding Service.  Many homes and businesses enjoy a "Speidel built" wrought iron railing in Genesee County.  John ended his career as an Iron Worker out of Local 33.  He was a veteran of the US Army, reaching the rank of Sergeant before his honorable discharge.

     John was also a Deacon and lifelong member of the New Apostolic Church in Batavia.  He brought joy wherever he was and had many special connections within the community.  He will be missed dearly.

     Visitation will be held on Friday, December 18^th from 4:30 ~ 7 P.M. at Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy, NY.  (Funeral home occupancy will be limited to 33% capacity during the course of visitation and face masks are required.) 

     A private family funeral service is scheduled.  The service will begin live streaming, Friday, December 18^th at 2 P.M.;  follow this link: http://bit.ly/JWSFuneral

     In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of John are suggested to the Bethany Volunteer Fire Dept., 5253 Old Telephone Rd., E. Bethany, N.Y. 14054.

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

Kathleen V.  Rogers, 89, of Gainesville, FL, passed away on December 12, 2020 at the Gateway House in Attica.

Kathleen was born August 1, 1931 in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, a daughter of the late Archibald and Ellen Farrell.  She came to the United States at the age of 18.

She loved spending time with her husband, sons and their families.  Her grandchildren were the joy of her life.  She spent many hours with her family at their cottage in the Adirondacks.  She loved scrabble and other board games; singing songs on the front porch swing; and drawing and coloring with her grandchildren.

Surviving are her husband of 63 years, Roy S. Rogers; her sons, Ty (Elizabeth Tarr) Rogers of Forrest Hills, Farrell (Jessica) Rogers of Lakeland, FL and Durin (Paula Campbell) Rogers of Batavia; grandchildren, Ilana Rogers, Kyle Rogers, Bryce Rogers, Jacob Rogers, Natalie Rogers and Luke Rogers; a sister, Margaret Loughram of Northern Ireland and a special niece, Ellen Hardy of Ontario, Canada. Preceded in death by a sister, Rosaline Loughram.

There will be no prior calling hours or funeral services.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Gateway Home, 91 Main Street, Attica, NY 14011, http://gatewayhomeattica.org/contact/; Crossroads House, P.O. Box 403, Batavia, NY 14021, https://www.crossroadshouse.com/donate;  or to HomeCare and Hospice, 29 Liberty Street, Suite 6, Batavia, NY 14020.  

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

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

Timothy R. Geyer, 61 of Oakfield, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, December 13, 2020. He was born May 3, 1959 in Lancaster to Bernice (Lindstedt) Geyer of Lancaster and the late Robert Geyer. He is preceded in death by his cherished Uncle Roy Lindstedt.

After 33 years Tim retired from the D.O.T this past April. 

Tim above all loved his family. He was a lover of the outdoors - hunting, fishing and target shooting. He loved old cars, the Buffalo Bills and being a baseball coach. Tim loved being with his friends especially his lifelong best friend Scott Cooper. His favorite activities also included taking his granddaughter Oakley and grand puppy Rex for walks and taking his wife Nancy to the casino. Tim will be missed by many. 

Tim is survived by his beloved wife Nancy E. (Kilger) Geyer of Oakfield, children Lindsay (Kyle) Amendola of Spencerport, Andrew Geyer of Clarence Center; sister Kathy (Michael) Rowse of VA; granddaughter Oakley Amendola, along with several nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 from 4 to 8 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc., 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. Funeral Services will be held privately.

Please note the Funeral Home will be limited to 25 people inside at a time per state guidelines. Please be prepared to wait outside.  New York State requires those in attendance to adhere to the social distancing guidelines and face coverings are mandatory. Thank you for your cooperation.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Oakfield-Alabama Little League, PO Box 44, Oakfield, NY 14125. 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.

Madeline Ann Sorensen, 73, of Clermont Florida, passed away on December 10th, 2020. She was born in Batavia, New York on September 19th, 1947 to Samuel and Josephine Zito Paladino. She was married to Wallace Sorensen on March 10th 1972. Together they resided in Leroy, New York for 26 years and happily moved to Florida and called Clermont home for 22 years . 

Madeline was a giver more than a taker. She always put her children and grandchildren before herself. She was beautiful and wise. She raised her children to be kind, soft spoken, honest, confident and loved. She could be stubborn, yet had a witty sense of humor about her. She never missed any of her children’s or grandchildren’s sporting or dance events. The smile on her face while her grandchildren and children performed was priceless. Whatever her children or grandchildren needed, she provided. She had compassion like no other. Her purpose in life was to be the best wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend that she could be. 

Madeline loved the beach even though she would only go in the water waist high. She loved the warm Florida sunshine. One of her favorite places to go with family was SeaWorld where she was a pass-member since 1999. She was the ultimate caregiver. She traveled back to New York many summers to take care of her grandson while her daughter and son in law were at work. They had a very special bond she would show him how to cook and they would laugh together. 

Madeline and her husband cared for their twin granddaughters since birth, when their parents were at work. She enjoyed teaching her granddaughters how to cook and bake. They did arts and crafts together. She shared the closest bond with her grandchildren and was so proud of them as well as her own children. When her husband Wally was sick in the hospital 6 years ago, she learned how to pump gas and drive the highways for the very first time. Her favorite place to be was at home with her husband or out doing things with him and family. 

Madeline loved spending time with her children and grandchildren and family it was everything to her. She complimented strangers. She never raised her voice in anger. She was an observer and always knew what was best for her family. 

Madeline was preceded in passing by her brother Richard Paladino. Her legacy of love and grace will live on in the hearts of her Loving husband Wallace Sorensen, her daughter, Deborah (Daryl) Hamler. Her son Michael (Amy) Sorensen. Grandchildren Daryl Richard Hamler, Makayla and Makenna Sorensen. Siblings Ronald (Elaine) Paladino, Robert (Ellen) Paladino, Roger (Cathy) Paladino, Michelle (Michael) Beer, and Raymond (Anne) Paladino, Aunt Mary Barone and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

Madeline will be greatly missed by all who loved and adored her. Her memory will always live on in the hearts of many. Her legacy lives on in the lives of her wonderful husband, children, grandchildren, friends and family. Let us pay our respects to Madeline with love, grace, forgiveness and compassion. This is what she would love to see continue while she smiles on us from above. 

We will love and miss you until we meet again in the stars. Then our laughs will echo for eternity. Journey in peace beautiful Madeline Ann Sorensen. We love you forever. 
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family to assist in covering medical costs during this trying time. Click here to share a memory: https://www.brewerfuneral.com/obituaries/Madeline-Ann-Sorensen?obId=19269432#/obituaryInfo

Lockport - Angeline Haehl, 90 of Lockport,  passed away on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Niagara Hospice in Lockport following a brief illness.

Mrs. Haehl was born November 7, 1930 in Oakfield, a daughter of the late Vincenzo and Mary (Canceleri) Cardinali.

Angeline was a gifted roller skater. She participated in the 1990 and 1991 US Junior Olympics and won a gold medal in the Team Dance event both years.

Angeline is the wife of James Haehl of Lockport.  The two were married November 26, 1959.

Surviving with her husband are several nieces and nephews.

There is no visitation.  A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Padre Pio Parish - St. Cecilia's Worship Site in Oakfield. Burial will be in St. Cecilia's Cemetery in Oakfield.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, New York 14094.  

Arrangements were entrusted to the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home in Oakfield. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.burdettandsanford.com.

Charles Arnold “Arnie” Wilson, age 75 of Perry, NY passed away on December 5, 2020 at Rochester General Hospital in Rochester.  He was born on January 18, 1945 on Warsaw, NY, a son to the late Charles Alan and Barbara (Hudson) Wilson. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by a sister: Linda Chenaille, brother: James Wilson and brother-in-law: Donald Butler.

Arnie was a 1963 graduate of Wyoming Central School. He served with the US Army from 1966-68.  He worked for over 34 years with Pavilion Natural Gas Co. and Rochester Gas and Electric, retiring in 2003.  Arnie was a member of the First Congregational Church in Perry Center where he was a deacon, a fireman for the Perry Fire Department where he was Past Chief, member of the Perry Fire Department Benevolent Association and a longtime member and Director of the Perry VFW.  He enjoyed tending to his vegetable garden where he grew pumpkins for sale, and especially enjoyed times spent with family.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years: Carol Anne (Butler) Wilson who he married on September 4, 1965, daughter: Lisa Scarborough of Arizona, son: Chad (Laura) Wilson of N. Chili, sister: Sue (Steve) Lee of Warsaw , step-mother: Alice Wilson of Wyoming, grandsons: Tyler and Evan Scarborough, Cole, Chase and Cage Wilson, great granddaughter: Harper Scarborough, brother-in-laws: Jack (Nancy) Butler of Perry, Mike (Karen) Chenaille of Florida, sister-in-law: Joann Butler of Perry, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic a Memorial service will be held in the summer of 2021.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First Congregational Church P.O. Box 156 Perry, NY 14530 or the VFW 20 Washington Blvd. Perry, NY 14530 or to the donor’s choice. For more information or to sign the online guest registry please visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com . Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 N. Main St. Perry, N.Y. 14530.

Batavia - Larry Dean Horine, 69 of Batavia,  passed away on Thursday, (December 10, 2020) at his home.

Mr. Horine was born June 2, 1951 in Higginsville, Missouri, a son of the late Floyd Horine and Mabel (Kelly) Horine.

Larry was a farmer and enjoyed anything outdoors.  He frequently could be found puttering around or working on his tractors.  Although he would never admit it, he enjoyed spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife, Bonnie (Brinkman) Horine of Batavia; children, Timothy (Joanne) Horine of Pavilion, Kristina (Marty) Sanders of Albion, and Paul "PJ" Horine of Batavia; grandchildren, Tyler, Samantha, Mathew, Lindsay, Chloe, and Cayla.

Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, (December 14, 2020)  from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Avenue in Oakfield. A private funeral service will be held for his family.  Burial will be in Cary Cemetery in Oakfield.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Crossroads House, PO Box 403, Batavia, New York 14021 or online at www.crossroadshouse.com.  

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, the funeral home will be restricted to 33% occupancy throughout the course of visitation. A face covering and social distancing are mandatory. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

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

Born May 13, 1923, in Buffalo, N.Y., to Peter and Lucy Mancuso, the eldest daughter and one of five children.  She was raised on the West Side, attended public schools, and graduated from Girls’ Vocational High School.

In 1950, she married Dominic Cecero and relocated with him to Batavia, N.Y., where she lived for 64 years.  Together, they raised two children, Diane and David.

She was a longtime employee of the New York State Department of Labor where she was known as The Unemployment Lady.  For years, she guided Batavians in their efforts to collect unemployment.  Her fluency in Italian was welcomed by many.

She was active at St. Anthony’s Parish, St. Anthony’s School, St. Mary’s School, Notre Dame High School, and St. Jerome’s Guild – spending countless hours organizing dances and breakfasts and fashion shows to raise money and friends.

Not only was she a working wife and mother, she was a traditional Italian woman – canning tomatoes and baking pizza, pies, and cookies for her family and friends.

Her marriage of 55 years ended upon Dominic’s death in 2005.  She remained in the family home until 2014 when a fall left her with a broken hip that forced her to relocate to Pittsford.

She reluctantly left Batavia but found a new home at Laurelwood Assisted Living where she charmed her new friends and lived happily for over six years.

Eleanore was adored by her husband, her two children, five grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren, her siblings and in-laws, her nieces and nephews, and countless friends.  She is survived by her daughter Diane Cecero (Mark Whelan) of Pittsford, son David Cecero (Margie) of Southlake, TX, grandchildren Caroline Tolbert (Isaiah) of Brighton, Stephen Whelan (Maria) of Washington, DC, Jonathan Cecero (Monica) of Chicago, IL, Michael Cecero (Melissa) of Thompson Station, TN, Lindsay Cecero of Venice, CA, brother Sam Mancuso of Williamsville, NY, seven great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and countless friends.

In addition to her parents and husband, she is predeceased by her brother Stephen and sisters Mary and Josephine, her in-laws Theresa, Mary, Michael, Gloria, John, Anthony, Rose, and Joseph, Mary, Joan, Theresa, and Michael, and her niece Joanne and nephew Phillip.

She died peacefully at 97 surrounded by family on December 8, 2020.

The funeral is private and a memorial will be planned when it safe to do so.  Memorial contributions may be made to Highlands at Pittsford Employee Appreciation Fund in memory of Eleanore Cecero. 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 ~ Elizabeth Jane Nicoll "Betsy" Darby, age 64, passed away late Tuesday evening (December 8, 2020) at home in the loving presence of her family.

    

She was born August 4, 1956 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Robert and Dorothy Armitage Nicoll.

     Betsy will be remembered as a very loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister, who always put her faith, family and friends foremost.  She was a very compassionate, charitable and devoted person who was well known to be a practitioner of good trouble. She was a member of the LeRoy United Methodist Church, where she was very active in church affairs.

     Betsy was beloved by many and will truly be missed by her loving and devoted husband of 37 years, Thomas Darby; her children, Justin Darby, Roselind Darby, David (Crystal) Darby, Deven Darby and Rachel (Zachary Park) Darby; grandchildren, Talyn, Wyatt, Milo and Robert; siblings, Barb Nicoll, Thomas Nicoll, William Nicoll and Jeffrey (Beth) Nicoll, along with many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

     Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

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

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