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JOSEPH C. CINQUINO

By Michael Tomaszewski

JOSEPH C. CINQUINO ~ Batavia

Beloved husband, father and grandfather, died peacefully Thursday evening October 26, 2017 at Highland Hospital with his family at his side. He was born March 11, 1927 in Batavia, NY to the late Michael and Elsie (Moretto) Cinquino, also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Frances (Schumacher) Cinquino in 2009; siblings, Louis Cinquino, Mary Joy, Betty Burke, Netta Razzano and In-laws, Marie Racine, Barbara Strollo, Leo & Bill Schumacher and Jewel Kipfer. 

Mr. Cinquino was an Army Air Corp Veteran of WWII, longtime member of Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph's), worked for many years at Sylvania and finally at the Eastman Kodak, Co. before retirement. He was an avid reader and took in so much knowledge that it was said, "He knew the most things, about the most things." Joe enjoyed making homemade wine and his children claim his long life is due in part to his annual garden, where he started his famous pepper plants from the previous year's seeds, which were heirloom seeds from his late father, tended to them until just perfect to pick, roasted them, and added them to his homemade bread for his daily "Roasted Red Pepper" sandwich. 

Surviving are his loving children, Aileen Cinquino of Buffalo, Mary Margaret (Jeffrey) Radka of Brockport, Joanne (Jim) Mattiucci of Webster, Michele (Dan) Cheeseman of Webster and Michael (Renee) Cinquino of Conesus; siblings, Louise Misiti of Medina, Nicki (Dan) Lista of PA, John (Annette) Cinquino of Buffalo; 9 grandchildren, Janelle (Sean) Baker, Leslie Radka, Andrew & Michael Mattiucci, Elyse Cinquino, Owen & Aidan Cheeseman, Anna & Joseph Cinquino; 3 great-grandchildren, sisters-in-law, Rita Cinquino of LeRoy, Pat (Bill) Wunder of Canada and brother-in-law, Charles Razzano of PA along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. 

The Cinquino family will be present from 4 - 8pm on Sunday October 29, 2017 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020, where prayers will be recited 9:00am Monday October 30 followed by a 9:30am Mass of Christian Burial at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph's Site). He will be entombed with his wife in St. Joseph's Mausoleum, memorials in his memory can be made to Notre Dame High School 73 Union Street Batavia, New York 14020. 

Please share memories of Joe with his family at http://www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information please call Michael at (585)343-7500. 

THE FAMILY OF JOSEPH C. CINQUINO IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK.

Clarence M. "Bo" Johnson

By T.J. Woodward

Clarence M. “Bo” Johnson, 82, of Attica passed away peacefully with his wife and son by his side on Wednesday October 25, 2017 at the New York State Veterans Home @ Batavia. He was born on July 21, 1935 in Meadville, PA., to the late Clarence and Virginia (Faulkner) Johnson. In addition to his parents, Bo is predeceased by his sister; Carolyn Ross and brothers in law Ed Johnson and James Ross.

Bo enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1953 and was discharged in 1956. He served as an Airman Medic with the 82nd & 101st Airborne divisions. He co-owned his own business Jim-Bo Dog Food with his brother in law Jim Ross. Bo drove as an over the road steel hauler until he "retired". While he was retired he drove part time for Walton's Milk Hauling until finally retiring for good when in his early 70's.

He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years; Margaret “Peggy” (Peterson) Johnson of Attica; children Dale (Lillie) Johnson of FL., C. Boyd (Laura) Johnson of Attica; brother David (Frank) Jonson of CA.; sister Lonnelle (Clifford) Sutliff of PA.; grandchildren Jay (Lisa) Gaal, Travis (Jenn) Johnson, Brianne Martin, Craig Johnson and Ryan Johnson; great-grandchildren Desiree Martin, Dallas Good and Emma Johnson; sister Barbara Johnson.

Family and friends are invited to call from 4:00-7:00PM on Monday October 30, 2017 at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A 10:00AM Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday the 31st at the Funeral Home. Bo will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery in Attica.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Attica 115 Main St. Attica, NY 14011 or the Attica Fire Dept. 11 Water St in Attica. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visitwww.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

 

Glen C. Kruger

By Joshua Smith

Batavia - Glen C. Kruger, 57, of Batavia, passed away suddenly Thursday, (October 26, 2017) at Strong Memorial Hospital, in Rochester.

Mr. Kruger was born August 13, 1960 in Batavia, a son of Carl Kruger, Sr. of Batavia and the late Beatrice (Bateman) Kruger.

Glen was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, the Circus Model Builders, and a lifetime member of the Genesee County Agricultural Society.  He enjoyed model trains, woodworking, collecting coins and spending time with his family.

He is the husband of Rebecca (Wiatrowski) Kruger whom he married September 22, 2007.

Surviving along with his father and wife are his children, Benjamin (Veronica) Kruger of Lancaster, and Thomas (Katie) Kruger of Spencerport; step-children, Joseph (Kay) Summers of Mt. Morris, Matthew (Christina) Summers of Michigan, Noah Summers and Elysia Summers both of Alexander; brothers, Carl (Janice) Kruger, Jr. of Indiana, and Roger (Kathy) Kruger of Texas.  12 grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews also survive.

Glen is preceded in death by a son, Glen "Chad" Kruger.  

Friends may call on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main St., Batavia.  Glen’s Funeral Services will be at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, (October 31, 2017) at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 31 Washington Ave., Batavia.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Kruger Family. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery, Batavia.  

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

Frances M. Diemoz

By T.J. Woodward

Frances M. Diemoz, 78, of Darien Center passed away peacefully on Thursday October 26, 2017 at the Batavia Health Care Center. She was born on April 13, 1939 in Buffalo to the late Albert and Rose Marie (McMorrow) Quinn. In addition to her parents, Frances is predeceased by her brother William Quinn and in-laws; Thomas and Pearl Diemoz.

Frances was a past member of Sweet Adeleines and Catholic Daughters. She enjoyed singing in the church choir at Our Lady of Good Counsel for many years and also sang for weddings. Fran was an avid Yankees fan.

She is survived by her loving, devoted husband of 59 years; Robert Diemoz; children Ann (John) Lavrincik of Attica, Michael (Mary Ann) Diemoz of Attica, Douglas (Karen) Diemoz of CA; grandchildren Jennifer (Jason) Caudill of Attica, Daniel (Stacey) Smith of FL., Joel (Liz) Diemoz of TN., Kayla Diemoz of CA., Kimberly (Kevin) Hoffman of Attica, Emma Diemoz and Grace Diemoz both of CA.; 7 great-grandchildren Reese, Raven, River, James, Hudson, Allison and Kyle; sisters in law Norene (Wayne) Kilburn and Nancy (Wayne) Newton.

Family and friends are invited to call on Sunday October 29, 2017 from 2:00-6:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A 10:00AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday October 30th at Our Lady of Good Counsel 10677 Alleghany Rd. Darien Center, NY 14040. She will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery in Attica.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Gateway House 91 Main St. in Attica or the Darien Rescue Squad PO Box 135 Darien Center, NY 14040. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visitwww.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

John Paul Kuszlyk, I

By Joshua Smith

Batavia - John Paul Kuszlyk, I, age 69, proprietor of Kuszlyk Milk Haulers in Batavia, passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at Rochester General Hospital.

He was born February 21, 1948 in Rochester, the son of the late John H. Kuszlyk and Catherine H. Kyrk Kuszlyk.

John started driving milk truck for his father when he turned 18 years old but was teaching drivers the milk truck route long before that. He took over the business in 1972, when his father moved to Florida. He and his wife developed Kuszlyk Cattle Co., where they have bred and promoted a lot of great cows and bulls in the Milking Shorthorn Breed.  Their family had a feature article in the Fall 2016 edition of the American Milking Shorthorn Society magazine.

The former president of the Western New York Milk Carriers Association, Mr. Kuszlyk served as a past director for both the American Milking Shorthorn Society and American Lineback Dairy Cattle Association. He was very involved in promoting the dairy cattle industry throughout the country. They have worked with the local youth in the area for years as well as leading a 4-H Club for several years.

He loved attending cattle shows with his family and collecting model trucks and hats. He enjoyed antiques, attending auctions and socializing with friends and family.

He is survived by his wife, Marjorie Acomb Kuszlyk, whom he married July 31, 1971; his children, John Paul (Jeanette) Kuszlyk, II of Naples, Florida, Robert Henry (Rachael) Kuszlyk of Batavia, Marjorie Anna Kuszlyk, III (Brett P. Hill) of Byron, Kevin Michael (Brooke) Kuszlyk of Stafford and Steven William (Susan) Kuszlyk of Bergen; nine grandchildren, John Paul Kuszlyk, III and Jeanna Kuszlyk, Kristofer, Kameron, Kaden and Colton Kuszlyk, Porter John Hill and Alexander and Anastasia Kuszlyk and several cousins.

Friends may call on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia where services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association, 315 Alberta Drive, Amherst, New York 14226, American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Boulevard, Rockville, Maryland 20852, American Heart Association of WNY, 5488 Sheridan Drive, #300, Williamsville, New York 14231.  To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

AMELIO R. TADDEI

By Michael Tomaszewski

AMELIO R. TADDEI ~ Oakfield

Age 93, died peacefully Tuesday morning October 24, 2017 at United Memorial Medical Center. He was born October 14, 1924 in Oakfield, NY a son of the late Piacinte and Giacinta (Miconi) Taddei also preceded in death by infant sister, Mary Taddei and brother, Julio Taddei. 

Amelio was a WWII Army Veteran, a member of St. Padre Pio Parish formerly St. Cecelia's and was one of the original Merry Men of the Parish. He was a 30+ year employee of the Graham Manufacturing Co., loved his garden being especially proud of his garlic and enjoyed spending time at the family cabin on Red Lake.           

Surviving is his beloved wife of 67 years, Alice Jean (Yasses) Taddei of Oakfield; devoted father of, Carol (Martha Standish) Taddei of Pavilion, Marie (John) Blaine of Pittsburgh, PA and Marilyn (late Keith) Sheron of Batavia; dearest grandfather to, Dr. Maria (Brian) Sheron-Chung, Officer Derek (DeAnna) Blaine; great-grandfather to Weston Blaine along with several nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior visitation and Mr. Taddei's funeral services will be held privately at the  MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATON CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020, he will be laid to rest in St. Cecelia's Cemetery, Oakfield and memorials in his memory are suggested to Crossroads House 11 Liberty Street Batavia, New York 14020. 

Please share your thoughts and memories of Amelio with his family at www.tomaszewskifh.com 

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

 

 

Jason Guy Reinhart

By T.J. Woodward

Jason Guy Reinhart, 41 of Batavia, passed away on Sunday October 22, 2017. He was born August 16, 1976 in Batavia, to Jerry L. (Carmela Pellegrino) Reinhart of Batavia.

Jason was a charismatic, passionate person who relished in reading, writing, drawing, music and playing the drums. Jason’s children were the center of his world. He had a zest for instilling his passions in his children. They enjoyed spending time outdoors, hiking, hunting, fishing, and riding ATV’s. Jason loved spending Sunday afternoons gathered at his parents with his siblings, children, nieces and nephews. Jason will be remembered for his free spirit and huge heart.

He is survived by his beloved children Marin Reinhart, Jayson G. Reinhart, Ava Reinhart all of Batavia,  Justice Owen Yourkowski of Alexander, Abigail Pound of Wilson; siblings Jerry R. (Lori) Reinhart of Batavia, Angelina (Chad) LaCivita of Clarence, Jennifer (Matthew) Allen of Batavia, loving sidekick Rachael Phillips of Batavia; nieces and nephews, Jerry, Maiya, Jesse Reinhart; Chad, Mason, Carmella LaCivita; Carmelina, Grace, Emme Allen; along with many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Friends are invited to call on Thursday October 26, 2017 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at Resurrection Parish 303 East Main St. Batavia, New York 14020. A 12:00 Noon Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow. He will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery, Batavia.

Flowers are gratefully declined, memorials may be made to Jason G. Reinhart Memorial Scholarship for Art & Music, P.O. Box 378, Batavia, New York 14020. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to sign 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.

Salvatore "Sal" J. Marchese

By T.J. Woodward

Salvatore “Sal” J. Marchese, 91 of Batavia, passed away on October 22, 2017 at the New York State Veterans Home in Batavia. He was born February 4, 1926 to the late Salvatore (Angeline Guggino) Marchese. He is preceded in death by siblings, Rose LaRussa, Florence Acitelli, Joseph, Russell and John Marchese, daughter-in-law Michelle (Hunt) Marchese.

Sal was a U.S. Navy World War II Veteran. He spent years and numerous hours as a volunteer at the Batavia Veterans Hospital. In the 1970’s he and his wife Joyce are remembered as the fun-loving owners of Heveron’s Hotel, bar and restaurant in East Pembroke. Sal finally retired from the NYS Thruway Authority. After retirement Sal and Joyce spent many years traveling around the United States and enjoyed visiting their children and grandchildren.

Sal never forgot a person’s name or face and always had a kind word for them. He had a love of horses and during his younger days owned and cared for numerous horses along with his passion for the sport of horse racing.

Salvatore is survived by his wife Joyce of 69 years. His children and their spouses include Glenna Harloff and her children Kevin (Carolyn) Geisler, David (Jackie) Geisler, Jennifer (Jeff) Barnes and Michael (Lisa) Harloff; four sons Paul S. Marchese, Peter M. (Deborah Wade) Marchese and their children Philip (Adrienne), Sara; Salvatore V. (Lori) Marchese, Daniel (Terri) Marchese and their children, Daniel (Carolyn) Marchese, Salvatore and Miles Marchese. Sisters Marie Gilmartin and Elaine Scappa; along with 10 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Friday, October 27, 2017 from 3 to 7 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York, 14020. A 9:30 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at Resurrection Parish, 18 Ellicott St. Batavia, NY 14020. He will be entombed in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum, in Batavia.

 In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to New York State Veterans Home Activities Fund, 220 Richmond Ave. Batavia, New York 14020. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to sign 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.

Paul A. Martino

By T.J. Woodward

Paul A. Martino, 79 of Clinton, NY passed away on Sunday October 22, 2017 at St. Luke’s Medical Center in New Hartford. He was born April 19, 1938 in Batavia, to the late Daniel (Sarah Repecci) Martino. Mr. Martino is preceded in death by his sister Concetta Anastasi.

Mr. Martino was a 1960 graduate of the Coast Guard Academy and completed his graduate school at University of Maryland. Mr. Martino was retired from Lockheed Martin in Liverpool.

He is survived by his wife Alberta J. (Moore) Martino of Clinton; sons Paul A. Martino II of Houghton, Pete (Laura) Martino of Clinton; brother Daniel Martino of Batavia; 9 grandchildren, Andrew Merical, Flint Martino, Ashley Merical, Aiyana, Angela, Lexi, Levi, Vincent and Gavin Martino, along with aunts, cousins, several nieces and nephews.  

Friends are invited to call on Friday October 27, 2017 from 4-8 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. Prayers will be recited 11:30 AM on Saturday October 28, 2017 at the Funeral Home followed by a 12:00 Noon Mass of Christian Burial at Resurrection Parish 18 Ellicott St. Batavia, New York 14020. He will be laid to rest in St. Mary’s Cemetery, in Clinton.

Memorials may be made to Roswell Park Cancer Institute for Leukemia Research, Elm & Carlton Streets, Buffalo, NY 14263. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to sign 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.

Theresa M. Williams

By T.J. Woodward

Theresa M. Williams, 88, of Attica past away suddenly, but peacefully at her home of 59 years on October 19, 2017. She was born on June 24, 1929 in Batavia to the late Peter and Apolonia (Krol) Mazur. In addition to her parents, Theresa is predeceased by her husband Donald F. Williams and several brothers and sisters. 

Theresa was a lifelong resident of Attica. She enjoyed traveling and especially loved spending time with her numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She is survived by her children; Gary (Linda) Williams of Attica, Gregory (Cindy) Williams of Attica and Sharon (Donald) Berbary of VA.; grandchildren Jeffrey (Lisa) Williams, Kris (Michele) Williams, Amy Berbary, Andrew (Jennifer) Berbary, Steven Berbary and Erin (Brian) Edwards along with 9 great-grandchildren.

There will be no prior calling hours. A 10:00AM Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday October 28, 2017 at St. Joachim & Anne Parish 50 East Ave. Attica, NY 14011. Interment will be held privately for the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society www.cancer.org. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visitwww.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

 

Stanley Kwiecien

By T.J. Woodward

Stanley Kwiecien, 86 of Perry passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2017 at the Wyoming County Skilled Nursing Facility in Warsaw. Stanley was born in Perry on March 2, 1931 a son of the late Felix and Josephine ( ) Kwiecien. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by siblings: Genevieve, Edward and Chester Kwiecien.

Stan worked for Moog Valve Co. in East Aurora and eventually became a self-employed instrumentation technician who worked on airplanes at the Perry-Warsaw and Batavia Airports. He was also a self-employed electrician.  He was a member of St. Isidore’s Catholic Parish in Perry, Perry Fire Department, Perry Exempt Firemen, Perry Emergency Ambulance, McKelton Post #350 American Legion in Perry, Knights of Columbus, Perry Vets Club and the former Dom Polski’s Club in Perry. Stan was a pilot who enjoyed flying his plane, playing his accordion, watching sporting events especially the Buffalo Bills games, he enjoyed being outdoors whether hiking, trapping or snow skiing.

He is survived by his wife Catherine M. (Dilello) “Katie” Kwiecien whom he married on September 3, 1955, 2 daughters: Mary Jo (Donald) Shelc of Perry, Debbie (John) Piccioli of Tucson, Az., 3 sons: Kenneth (Robin) Kwiecien, Thomas (Shelley) Kwiecien and Ronald (Michele) Kwiecien all of Perry, 11 grandchildren: Katie Jean and Laura Piccioli, Ryan and Robert Shelc, Gary, Kacey, Dannielle, Kristofer, Nickolas, Brittni and Brooke Kwiecien, 2 great granddaughters: Gracie and Skylar, along with many nieces, nephews and friends.

Family and friends may call from 9-11am on Saturday October 28, 2017 at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, NY 14530. A fireman’s service will follow at 11:00am at the Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the St. Isidore’s Catholic Parish (St. Joseph’s Church) in Perry on Saturday October 28th at noon. He will be laid to rest in St. Stanislaus Kostka Cemetery in Perry, NY.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Perry Fire Department P.O. 243 Perry, NY 14530, the Perry Emergency Ambulance P.O, Box 288 Perry, New York 14530 or the Alzheimer’s Association 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601or visit www.ALZ.org. 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.

 

Ercel Lucy Scarborough

By Joshua Smith

 

Basom - Ercel Lucy Scarborough, 91, of Basom, went to be with her Lord in Heaven on Sunday (October 22, 2017) at the Buffalo General Medical Center.

Ercel was born August 30, 1926 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Harvey and Viola (Woolfe) Phelps.

Ercel will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother, who loved playing with her grandchildren.  She enjoyed attending her children's, grandchildren's and great-grandchildren's events and gardening, music, canning and games.  She was a very active member of the Oakfield Alabama Baptist Church.

Survivors include her children, Duane (Barbara) Scarborough of Batavia, Joyce (Ronald) Pritchett of Basom, Sharon (Mark) Smith of Long Island and Samuel (Julie) Scarborough of Basom; one brother, David (late Alice) Phelps of Falconer; one sister, Ella (Warren) Woolsey of Houghton; one sister-in-law, Opal Phelps of Batavia; thirteen grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Ercel is the wife of the late Gerald Irvin Scarborough and sister of the late Roger (late Mildred) Phelps and Norman (late Grace) Phelps.  

Calling hours are Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Avenue, Oakfield and also on Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Oakfield Alabama Baptist Church, 2210 Judge Road, Oakfield, where services will follow immediately at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Ercel will be laid to rest in Reed Cemetery, Oakfield.

Memorials may be made to Oakfield Alabama Baptist Church, 2210 Judge Road, Oakfield, NY 14125.

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Michael A. Mancuso

By LaVern Falcone

Stafford/LeRoy ~ Michael A. Mancuso, age 56, passed away on Friday morning (October 20, 2017) at Strong Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

    

He was born June 16, 1961 in Batavia, a son of Murl and Jean Lang Mancuso.

     Michael was a very caring and loving son, brother, uncle and friend, who was an avid hunter.  He was also an airplane enthusiast and would travel to various air shows, many of them in Florida.

     In addition to his parents, Murl and Jean of Lime Rock, he is survived by his sister, Linda  Mancuso of LeRoy; his brother, John (Debbie) Mancuso of LeRoy; nieces, Johnna (Josh) Porter and Jessica Mancuso (Julie Mecklenberg); great-nieces, Joselyn and Jazmyn, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.

     Family and friends may call on Wednesday from 4 ~ 7 PM at the  Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Rd. (Rt. 19), LeRoy.  His Rite of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, 44 Lake St., LeRoy.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to either the Wilmot Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 278996, Rochester, NY 14627, Stafford Fire Dept., 6153 Main Rd., Stafford, NY 14143 or a charity of the donor's choice.

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

     Mr. Mancuso and his family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. in LeRoy.  585-768-2400

Mabel L. Spencer

By T.J. Woodward

Mabel L. Spencer, 88, of Attica passed away peacefully on October 17, 2017at the Pathway Home of the Finger Lakes in Seneca Falls, New York. She was born August 14, 1929 in Orangeville to the late Albert (Edith Herr) Schiller. Mrs. Spencer is preceded in death by her beloved husband Robert E. Spencer; son Thomas R. Spencer; sisters Mary Reisdorf, Ethel Barbour, Frances Barber and Carrie Wawzyniak; infant brother Laverne Schiller.

Mabel went to Bennington Elementary and Attica Junior and Senior High School. She was loved by family and friends and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her children Kathleen (Mark) Hinman of Macedon and James E. (Sue) Spencer of Warsaw; grandchildren Tammy (Brad) Collins, Patricia (Michael) Harvey, Carrie Ann Kilby, Angela (Patrick) Spencer, Kyle D. Kilby (Hollie), Robert J. Spencer (Jessica), Melinda Spencer, Justin Spencer and Sherrie Spencer; 12 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.

Friends are invited to call on Sunday October 22, 2017 from 1-3 and 5-7 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main St. Attica, NY 14011. A 1:00pm Funeral Service will be held on Monday October 23, 2017 at the Funeral Home. A Luncheon will begin at 2:30PM at the American Legion 83 Market St. Attica NY 14011. She will be laid to rest at Forest Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers Memorials may be made to Pathway Home of the Finger Lakes 1529 Mound Rd. Seneca Falls, NY 13148. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visitwww.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

William A. "Bill" Heisler

By T.J. Woodward

William A. "Bill" Heisler, age 80, of Le Roy passed away peacefully October 16, 2017 at the Batavia VA Maple Lodge Community Living Center with his family by his side.  He was born on November 17, 1936 in Albion to the late Arnold and Mildred (Sandle) Heisler. 

Bill was a proud Army Veteran serving 1955-1957 stationed in Germany.  He retired in 1996 from a career in the VA Health Care System and the National Disaster Medical System.

He is survived by his beloved and devoted wife of 59 years Marian C. (LaRussa) Heisler; his treasured sisters Ron and Carole (Heisler) Acker-Beatty of Fort Pierce, FL., James and Mickey (Heisler) Hemmer and Rick and Mary (Heisler) Kramer-Woods both of Escondido, Ca., Dutch and Karen (Heisler) VanWyngaarden of Byron, along with several nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be no prior calling hours.  Funeral Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. 

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Notre Dame Foundation 73 Union St. Batavia, NY 14020. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to sign 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.

 

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