Obituaries

Elton F. DeMuth, 90 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Saturday (November 12, 2016) at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

He was born October 10, 1926 in Batavia, NY, a son of the late Leonard and Lorraine Drilling DeMuth.

Elton was a U.S. Naval Reservist, having served his country from 1948-1956. He was employed by Diane Shoe Store and then by E.J. Beardsley Clothing Store in Batavia prior to his retirement. Elton enjoyed volunteering at the New York State School For The Blind in Batavia, where he would use his barbering skills to cut hair for many of the students.

Survivors include his wife, Geraldine “Jerri” Leggett DeMuth of Batavia. Children, Dixie Lee (Gary) Monagan of Batavia, Michael (Deborah) DeMuth of Rochester, Patricia “Patti” (Raymond) Hackett of Elba, Paul (Rebecca) DeMuth of Pensecola, FL and Dorothy “Dottie” DeMuth-Velletta of Oakfield. Grandchildren, Casey and Amy Monagan, Robert and Jamie DeMuth, Bobbi Rae Oddo, Ryan Hackett, Jessica, Bryan, Joshua and Sarah DeMuth, Austin, Jacob and Emily Velletta. Step-Grandchildren, Margaret and Grace DeMuth. Great-Grandchildren, Gavin, Patrick and Declan Monagan, Anna and Jace Oddo and Arabella DeMuth. Sister in-law, Delores DeMuth and nieces and nephews.

He was the brother of the late Gordon DeMuth.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Tuesday (November 15th) from 5-7pm at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia, where a funeral service will commence at the conclusion of visitation at 7pm. Elton’s Committal Service will be Wednesday, 11:00am in Our Lady of Good Counsel Cemetery, Alleghany Rd., Darien Center, NY.

Memorial contributions in his memory may be made to the family for distributions to various charities. 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.

Eldon John Farrington Sr., 80, of Batavia passed away peacefully on Saturday November 12, 2016 at Crossroads House surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 8, 1936 in Olean to the late Rev. Harry and Vilona (English) Farrington. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by siblings Dorothy (Thomas) Hamilton, Ethel (Edward) Victor, Carloyn (Orin) Baker, wife Roxanna (Richmond) Farrington, step-son James Thompson and baby daughter Roxanna Farrington.

Eldon was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was an over the road Trucker for 42 years and also served as night security at the Village Green in LeRoy for 7 years. Eldon enjoyed people, loved his family especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed playing his accordions, watching sports and loved building onto his home.

He is survived by his wife Patricia A. (Benty Moore) Farrington of Batavia; children Eldon (Jennifer) Farrington Jr., Jeffrey Farrington, Eric Schavi, Richard Farrington, Cheryl (Patrick) Coonen, Erin Farrington, Gregory Farrington, Kevin Farrington, Keith Farrington, Kellie (Scott) Beechler, Timothy Farrington; step-children Steven (Amy) Moore, Karen Moore; 23 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren; Charles (Sandy) Richmond Jr. along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may call on Tuesday November 15, 2016 from 6 to 9 PM at the Oakfield Community Bible Church 80 N. Main St. Oakfield, NY 14125. A 4:00 PM Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday November 16 at the Church. He will be laid to rest in Maple Lawn Cemetery, Elba.  

 In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Crossroads House 11 Liberty Street Batavia, New York 14020. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020.

Oakfield – LeRoy Higgins, 68, of Oakfield, an employee in the Bridge Maintenance Department of the New York State Dept. of Transportation in Batavia, died Friday, November 11, 2016 in Elba.

 

Mr. Higgins was born March 19, 1948 in Medina, a son of the late Lester and Eileen (Larcomb) Casper.

He served in the Army during the Vietnam War, from March, 1968 to March, 1971.  He was a member of the Alabama Methodist Church and Post 626 American Legion where he was a Post Commander.  He joined the Alabama Fire Department in 1966 and served there for 22 years before transferring to the Oakfield Fire Department where he served for another 28 years.  He was proud of his 50 year involvement in the fire service.  He was the Oakfield Fire Chief from 1995 to 2000, Past President of the Genesee County Fire Chief's Association, and a member of the New York State Fire Chiefs Association. 

He is survived by his wife, Debra C.  (Falker) Higgins, whom he married on January 27, 1973, 3 children, Jonathan (Jen) Higgins of Waterport, Trisha (Steven) Werth of Elba and Chad (Julie) Higgins of Batavia; 8 grandchildren, Miah and Mason Werth, Rori and Shayla Higgins, Eric and Ethan DiLaura and Ava and Jenna Higgins; 2 brothers, Alfred (Beverly) Higgins of Oakfield and Charles (Diane) Higgins of FL; several nieces and nephews. 

He was the brother of the late Ronald Higgins.   

Friends may call from 1 to 3 and 6 to 9 p.m. on Monday at the Oakfield Firemen’s Recreation Hall, Albert Street, Oakfield where honors will be rendered by all visiting fire companies and veteran’s organizations at 6 p.m. Monday.  Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Oakfield United Methodist Church, 2 South Main St., Oakfield.    Burial, with military and fire department honors, will be at the Cary Cemetery in Oakfield.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Oakfield Fire Department, P.O. Box 184, Oakfield, NY 14125.

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

Arrangements were entrusted to the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield. 

  Richard A. Hanson, 73, of Victor passed away on November 3, 2016 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. He was born on November 27, 1942 to the late Emil and Bernita (Kloke) Hanson in Waukon, Iowa where he spent most of his life. Richard is also predeceased by brothers in law; Eddy Knuppe and Gordon Macauley and sister in law Sylvia Macauley along with several aunts and uncles.

Richard served in the United States Army from 1964-1967 and after his father passed suddenly, he took over and worked for the family dairy farm. He loved his old Farmall combine and his John Deere Tractors. Richard did custom work for other farmers and was always there to lend a hand to anyone who needed it. He was a lover of animals especially his bull “Bully”. The bull would follow him everywhere he went. Richard was also a proud member of the Farm Bureau in Waukon. He was a sweet man and his smile will be truly missed.

He is survived by his loving wife; Vera (Macauley) Hanson of Batavia; sister Elaine Knuppe and brother Jim Hanson both of Waukon; step sons Timothy (Susan) Meister of Attica and Jeffrey (Amy) Meister of Williamsburg, VA; 3 grandsons Chad (Sharon), Brandon and Ryan Meister; brother in law Paul Macauley of Henrietta along with several nieces and nephews.

A special thank you to the NYS Veterans Home in Batavia Ontario Cottage unit and the UMMC Emergency Room and 2^nd floor for all of the wonderful care they provided for Richard and TJ Woodward and Matt Meyer of Gilmartin Funeral Home for their compassion.

Funeral Services will be held in Waukon, IA at St. John’s Lutheran Church in the spring with full Military Honors.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Veterans Outreach Center 447 South Ave. Rochester, NY 14620. For questions or to leave a message of condolence please call 585-591-1212 or visit our website www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements competed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

Judith Ann Jackson Ferraro, 74 of Batavia, was called home to be with her Lord and her family in heaven Wednesday November 9, 2016 at Genesee County Nursing Home. She was born February 17, 1942 in Batavia, to the late Cecil James Jackson & Ottlie May (Crocker) Boudreau. 

Judith and Richard made their passion youth and families, their own and many others through foster parenting and mentoring. Judith leaves a legacy of compassion, kindness and special memories shared with every life she touched.

She is survived by her dearly devoted and loving husband Richard Ferraro, many children, grandchildren, great-grand children, siblings and extended family.

Friends are invited to call on Saturday November 12, 2016 from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020. A 1:30 PM Celebration of Life will immediately follow calling hours on Saturday at the Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers Mr. Ferraro requests memorials to Genesee County Nursing Home (fourth floor) in honor of Judith, 278 Bank St. Batavia, New York 14020. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020.

DOROTHY M. BAKER

Age 88, of Batavia, died Monday morning November 7, 2016 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. She was born January 28, 1928 in Corfu, NY a daughter of the late Edward J. and Anna (Pundt) O'Neil, also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jack C. Baker; son, Lieutenant Colonel John F. Baker and siblings, Helen Deja, Mary VanNest and Ruth Lehnis. 

Dorothy was a longtime member of Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph's) where she served as a Eucharistic Minister, money counter, member of the Altar & Rosary Society, Legion of Mary and Prefect St. Joseph's Sodality 1996-2002. She was a supervisor and group chief for New York Telephone, a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America and was chairperson of the Batavia Telephone Pioneers. Dorothy was very active in Genesee County, she was an elections inspector, worked with the Chamber of Commerce Tourism and was chosen Geneseean of the Year in 2008. She was a member of the Sun Catcher Garden Club, AARP and loved flowers and gardening. Dorothy's passion was the St. Jerome Hospital Guild where she assisted in the Jerome Gift Shop, Jerome Center Coffee Kiosk, Chairperson of the poinsettia and Easter flower sales and was chosen Honorary Member of the Guild in 1998. 

Surviving are her children, Jeff A. (Linda) Baker of NC and Nancy L. (Bob) Kendall of Batavia; brothers, John of Alexander, William of Darien, Charles of Batavia, Edward of NC and Michael of Batavia; sisters, Margaret "Peg" Meyers of Corfu, Anne Smith of Tonawanda and Marcy (Tony) Saraceni of Batavia; sister-in-law, Helen Batchelor of Stafford; 7 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews. 

Dorothy's family invites all to celebrate her Mass of Christian Burial 10:30AM Thursday November 10 at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph's Site), she will be entombed in the Monsignor Francis L. Schwartz Mausoleum at St. Joseph's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to Genesee Cancer Assistance, Inc., c\o UMMC 127 North Street Batavia, New York 14020. 

Please share your thoughts and memories of Dorothy with her family at www.tomaszewskifh.com 

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

Lois C. Pilc, 76, of Varysburg, passed away peacefully on Sunday November 6, 2016 at her home. She was born on July 30, 1940 to the late John & Gladys (Sherman) Hackett. In addition to her parents, Lois is predeceased by her husband Robert Pilc, brother James Hackett and step-father Don Hume.

Lois was a long time employee at Attica Central School and she retired after 28 years. She like to play cards with her friends go to bingo and the casino, but most of all she loved spending time with her family which always brought a smile to her face.  

She is survived by her children; Robin Hill-Bratcher of Buffalo, Robert (Patricia) Hill of Jacksonsville, FL, Lisa (Patrick) Smith of N. Java, Kimberley (Jason) Talone of Batavia, Michael (Michelle) Pilc of Corpus Christi, TX and Rhonda (Herbert) Perry of Strykersville; sisters Beverly Englerth, Sharon (Thomas) Gates, Janet Sovey-Elliot and a brother John Hackett; 18 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.          

Family and friends are invited to call on Friday November 11, 2016 from 4:00-8:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A 10:00AM Funeral Service will be held on Saturday the 12^th at the Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest in St. Nicholas Cemetery in Varysburg at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Varsyburg Fire Company 2446 Route 20A Varysburg, NY 14167. For questions or to leave a message of condolence please call 585-591-1212 or visit our website www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements competed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

Batavia - Keith W. Passmore, 87, of Batavia, passed away suddenly on Sunday, November 6, 2016 at his home in Batavia.

Mr. Passmore was born February 14, 1929 in Mount Morris, a son of the late Leon Passmore and Dorothea Williams Passmore.

Mr. Passmore worked at LeRoy Machine for over 20 years prior to working and retiring from U.S. Gypsum in Oakfield. He was an avid reader, enjoyed doing jigsaw puzzles, crossword puzzles and Sudoku puzzles. He will be remembered by all as a dedicated and loving family man.

He is survived by his children, Carol E. (late Patrick) Avino of Batavia, Susan M. Sullivan of Rochester and Kenneth W. Passmore of Indianapolis, Indiana; several grandchildren including Timothy (Missy McClurg) Brown of Batavia; great-grandchildren including Johnni Brown of South Fallsburg; his sister, Beverly (John) Murnan of Tonawanda and several nieces and nephews.

He is the father of the late Thomas Richard Passmore and brother of the late Leon, Warren and Hillyer Passmore, Shirley Robinson and Phyllis DuBois.

There are no prior visiting hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. He will be laid to rest in Mount Morris Cemetery. Memorials in Keith’s name may be made to Friends of the Richmond Memorial Library, 19 Richmond Avenue, Batavia, New York 14020.  To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Keith’s memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

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

 

Oakfield - Arthur W. Dennis, 88, of Oakfield, a tool room foreman at Whiting Roll-up Doors in Akron, for 32 years prior to his retirement in 1991, died Sunday, November 6, 2016 at Orchard Manor Residential Health Care Facility, in Medina.

Mr. Dennis was born September 10, 1928 in Alabama, NY, a son of the late Foster and Esther (Roggow) Dennis.

He was a member of East Shelby Community Bible Church and a life member of the Alabama Fire Department.  He enjoyed the out-of-doors and hunting.

His wife, Dolores M. (Smith) Dennis died June 11, 2013.

Survivors include 3 children, Paula Ann (Daniel) Luker and Alan Raymond (Deborah) Dennis, both of Oakfield and Wendy Jean (Michael) Saeli of Corfu; 6 grandchildren, Kimberly Ann (Edward) Staniszewski of Batavia, Jeffrey (Sue) Luker of Darien, Katie (Daniel) Manges of Oakfield, Todd (Megan) Dennis of Batavia, James (Randi) Garrett of Corfu and Kelly (Kyle McCarthy) Garrett of Lancaster; 12 great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Arlene Snyder of Medina and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday at East Shelby Community Bible Church, 5278 East Shelby Road, Medina.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to East Shelby Community Bible Church, Burial will be in Cary Cemetery, Oakfield.  Arrangements were completed by Burdett and Sanford Funeral Home of Oakfield.

South Byron - Homer Dean Ivison, 89, a longtime farmer of South Byron, NY, passed away on November 6, 2016 at the Episcopal Church Home in Rochester.  Mr. Ivison was born February 3, 1927 in Batavia, NY a son of the late Harold and Alice Scoins Ivison. 

Mr. Ivison was a lifetime member of the Genesee County Fair Society, former President and board member of the Genesee County Fair, director and former Vice President of Eastern Al, organizer and coach of the Byron Little League, former director and counselor of Byron Boy Scout Troop 13, former Vice President of DHIA, member of the Holstein-Friesian Assoc., former member of the Byron Planning Board and the Byron Historical Society, past Noble Grand and member of the South Byron, Bergen and Flower City IOOF and former member of the South Byron Fire Department.  He was a member of the Byron Grange #395, past member of the Dairylea Cooperative, a 1945 graduate of South Byron High School and member of the Section Five Basketball Championship Team.  He was a member of the Genesee County Fish and Game Protective Association, member of the South Byron Methodist Church and member of the American Legion.

He served in the US Army during WWII and was the driver for the lawyers involved in the Nueremburg trials.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Janet W. (Ward) Ivison, his sons, Mark and Dean Ivision of Byron and daughters, Lori Ivison of Byron and Lisa (Mark) Ellingham of Bergen; 2 grandchildren Jason (Tiffany) Ivison and Kali Ellingham; 3 great-grandchildren, Gabriella, Jason, Jr. and Colton Ivison; his sister, Lorraine (Donald) Porter of Apopka, FL; sisters-sin-law, Josephine Ivison and Joan Dudley; and  several nieces and nephews. 

He was the brother of the late Duane, Howard and Stuart Ivison and Thelma (Alva) Cleveland; and brother-in-law of the late Arlene Ivison and Joyce Kaiser.  

Friends may call on Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at H.E. Turner & Co, Inc., 403 E. Main St., Batavia, where services will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to South Byron Methodist Church, 7526 Byron-Stafford Road, South Byron, NY.  Burial will be in Byron Cemetery, Byron.

 

Cheryl R. Ohalloran, 47, of Batavia, passed away on Saturday November 5, 2016 at the Orchard Manor Nursing Home in Medina. She was born in Sanford, FL on July 9, 1969 to the late William and Nadine Wiggins.

She is survived by her sons; Shane and Collin Ohalloran of Elba and step-son Justin Alexander.

There will be no prior calling hours and Funeral Services will be held privately.

 For more information please call 585-343-8260 or 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.

 Candi L. Cook, age 31, of Pavilion/Perry, passed away on Sunday November 6, 2016 at Highland Hospital in Rochester surrounded by the love of her family after a courageous battle with cancer. Candi was born in Warsaw on June 4, 1985 a daughter to Douglas Jones and Kathleen (Omans) Kelly.

Candi was a 2003 graduate of Perry High School and Genesee Community College. She worked at Perry Market Place in Perry in their bakery Department and as a cashier. She was a community social member of the Perry Center Fire Department. She enjoyed reading, gardening, canning, cooking, and was a Buffalo Bills fan. She loved her pets Lily, Binny and Chip, and especially loved the support received from family and friends during her illness.

She is survived by her Husband: Michael Cook whom she married on June 18, 2011, Mother: Kathy (Karl) Kelly, Father: Douglas (Lucia LaFrance) Jones both of Perry, In-laws: John (Paula) Cook of Perry, Sister: Stacey (Kirk) Gell of Perry, Brother: Douglas (Angela) Jones of Perry, 3 Half- Sisters: Patty (Brandon) Tadko of Delevan, Brandy (Jim) Cobb, Rachel Dale both of Fl., 5 Step-Brothers: Jessie (Shari) Kelly of Independence, KY, Patrick Kelly of Lima, Rollie (Kari) Sears of Perry, Joe LaFrance of Scottsville, Jeremy (Brandi Davis) LaFrance of Perry, 1 Step-sister: Angela Sears of Perry, Sister-in-law: Beth Ann (David) Cook-Kaczmarek of Warsaw, 10 Nieces and Nephews: Alysha, Miranda, Nikki, Levi, Kash, Kaden, Chloe, Lucas, Marissa and Allyssa, along with many Aunts, Uncles, cousins and friends.

Family and friends may call from 2:00-4:00PM and 7:00-9:00PM on Wednesday November 9, 2016 and from 12:00-1:00PM on Thursday November 10th at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530. A 1:00PM Funeral Service will follow the visitation on Thursday at the Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest in Prospect Hill Cemetery in Perry.

Memorials may be made to the Wyoming County SPCA 808 Creek Rd. Attica, NY 14011or visit www.wyomingcountyspca.org or to the Perry Center Fire Department P.O. Box 204 Perry, NY 14530. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530.

  Floyd D. Macomber, 91, of Attica passed away peacefully on Sunday November 6, 2016 at Highland Hospital in Rochester. He was born August 23, 1925 in Cicero, NY to the late William (Margaret Zohe) Macomber. He is preceded in death by his wife Evelyn, siblings Beatrice George and Alvin Macomber.

He is survived by his sons; Elliot (Joanne) Macomber of Spencerport, Scott (Joanne) Macomber of Fulton; grandchildren Timothy (Jennifer), Gregory (Karen), Chelsey and Mara Macomber; Juliet Brandt, Bethany St. Pierre, David (Kylie) Taylor and Trina Taylor; great-grandchildren Sage, Lily, Ethan, Nolan, Isaac, Elijah, Hayden, Hailey and Hannah; sister Elizabeth, brother Edwin along with several nieces and nephews.

Floyd enlisted in the army in 1943 and served as a Sergeant in the Philippines. He graduated from Cornell University with a degree in agriculture. He taught agriculture and farm mechanics in the Attica School System and BOCES for 35 years. Floyd was a member and advisor of the Future Farmer’s Association and past president of the Association of Teachers of Agriculture of New York.  He was also past Noble Grand Citizens Lodge #309 of the International Order of Odd Fellows. He enjoyed traveling and being with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday November 10, 2016 from 12:00-1:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A 1:00PM Funeral Service will immediately follow visitation at the Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery in Attica.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice Rochester 3111 South Winton Rd. Rochester, NY 14623 or the Attica Historical Society 130 Main St. Attica, NY 14011. For questions or to leave a message of condolence please call 585-591-1212 or visit our website www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements competed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.