Obituaries

He was born February 16, 1952 in Perry, NY, a son of the late Marion and Alfreda Plaza Rowinski.

Mark enjoyed model trains and accumulated a large collection of trains over his lifetime. He was an avid fan of the Batavia Muckdogs, attending home games regularly and was a strong supporter of the Buffalo Bills, Bisons and Sabres.  He was a member of Ascension Parish in Batavia. Mark will be missed by all who knew him and the friendships he gained over the years.

He is survived by his cousin, Thomas Plaza of Sioux City, Iowa and several friends.

Visitation will be Wednesday (June 21^st) from 4-6pm at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia. His Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, 11:00am at Ascension Parish (corner of Swan and Sumner Streets). Interment will follow next to his parents in St. Joseph Cemetery.

Expressions of condolence may be shared 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.

Loretta was a 1940 graduate of Alexander High School and editor of the school’s first yearbook.  She graduated from Rochester Business Institute with a business/secretarial degree.  She retired from NYS Office of Real Property Tax Services in 1991 and was an Avon Representative for 50 years, starting in1967.   Loretta was an active member of Ss. Joachim and Anne Parish, Attica, NY, in the past serving as an officer in the Altar & Rosary Society, Bishop’s Committee to aid new mothers, funeral luncheon committee, and library volunteer and Home School Association member at GWCCS Catholic School.  She was awarded “Fan of the Year” at Alexander Central School in 2005 for her support and attendance at her granddaughters’ sports events and was also active in the Red Hats Express. Loretta had a wonderful sense of humor throughout her life.  She loved music, books, and writing, but her biggest joy came from being with her family. 

She will be greatly missed by her children, Veronica (Robert) Frost, Catherine (George) Uhly, and Thomas Schum, granddaughters Katrina Uhly (husband Christian), Laura Uhly (fiancé John Swinton), and Diana Uhly (fiancé Brett Shirley), great-granddaughter Evelyne, sister-in-law Margaret Schum, and many nieces and nephews.  She was the sister of the late Kenneth (Eva) Kriger, Dorothy (Floyd) Welker, Veronica Kriger, and Francis (Marjorie) Kriger.

Calling hours for Loretta will be held on Tuesday June 20, 2017 from 4:00 – 8:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. An 11:00AM Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday the 21^st at St. Joachim & Anne Parish 50 East Ave. Attica, NY 14011. She will be laid to rest in St. Vincent’s Cemetery in Attica. 

Memorials for Loretta may be made to St. Joachim & Anne Parish at the address listed above or the Gateway Home 91 Main St. Attica, NY 14011.  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.

Kathleen graduated from Attica High School class of 1949 and attended Rochester Business Institute. She worked in the Attica Village Office for 40 years, 30 of which she was Village Clerk. She was a lifetime member of Sts. Joachim & Anne Parish in Attica.

She is survived by her sister Maureen M. (Robert) Kirby of Attica; three nephews Gregory R. of Mr. Laurel, NJ; Stephen G. of Buffalo and Brian (Lori) Kirby of Orchard Park, along with their families.

Friends are invited to call on Wednesday June 21, 2017 from 5-8 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main St. Attica, NY 14011. A 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday June 22, 2017 at Sts. Joachim & Anne Parish 50 East Ave. Attica, NY 14011. She will be laid to rest in St. Vincent’s Cemetery, Attica.

Memorials may be made to the Church or to Attica Fire Department 11 Water St. Attica, NY 14011. For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main St. Attica, New York 14011.

Steven D. Pierson, age 62, of Perry, New York, passed away peacefully on Friday June 16, 2017 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester with his family by his side. He was born in Warsaw, New York on July 13, 1954 a son to Gladys (Brown) Pierson of Perry and the late Gordon Pierson. Along with his father he is preceded in death by 2 brothers James and Thomas Pierson and brother-in-law: Todd Mazzarella

Steve was a 1972 graduate of Perry Central High School. He was a self employed crop farmer who loved to work. He was a great teacher whether it was about farming or his Bible based hope.

He is survived by his wife; Terry (Mazzarella) Pierson whom he married on October 20, 1973;  3 daughters  Amy (Todd) Wheaton of Penfield, Jessica (David) Johnson of Baldwinsville, Leslie (Max) Norman of Leicester; a son Seth Pierson of Lima; 10 grandchildren Connery, Jonathon, Jacob, Brandyn, Maryssa, Collin, Riley, Gage ”Bob”, Nicholas and Nolan; his mother Gladys Pierson of Perry; sister Jeanine Pierson of Warsaw; sisters-in-law Tracy (Mark) Calvert of Florida, Tina(David) Kramell of Wyoming, Lucy Pierson of Perry; brother-in-law Tammy Mazzarella of Florida, along with several nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Friday June 23, 2017 at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530. Services will be held on Sunday June 25^th at the Mt. Morris Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses 1721 Rt. 20A Leicester, New York 14481

Memorial contributions may be made to Suzanne’s Comfort Care Home 167 N. Main St. Perry, New York 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.

Joyce worked for the former Perry Knitting Mill and retired from Archway Cookie Co. She enjoyed knitting, doing various crafts and traveling each winter to Florida with her late husband.

She is survived by a son Max (Sarah) Hoeppner of Perry, a granddaughter: Tracy (Douglas) Hoeppner-Russell of Perry, a sister: Shirley Barone of Hume, along with many nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at the convenience of the family. She will be laid to rest in Glenwood Cemetery in Perry.

Memorials may be made to the Perry Emergency Ambulance P.O. Box 288 Perry, New York 14530. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street, Perry, New York 14530.

Mrs. Renz was a lifelong member of Resurrection Parish. She enjoyed cooking, baking and spending time with her family. Josephine’s grandchildren were the love of her life.

She is survived by her beloved husband William J. Renz Sr., children William J. Renz Jr., Nancy Kustas all of Batavia; Diane (John) Cintorino of Byron; brother Benny (Mary) Giambrone of Oakfield; 3 grandchildren, Michael Cintorino, Matthew Renz both of Batavia; Melissa (Kurt) Wegener of Palm Coast, FL; along with many nieces and nephews.    

Friends are invited to call on Monday June 19, 2017 from 3-7 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. An 11:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday June 20, 2017 at Resurrection Parish 303 East Main St. Batavia, New York 14020. She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to VNA of WNY 61 Swan St. Batavia, 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.

As a young woman, Billie held interesting jobs that fit her vivacious character. Through her high school years she worked as a housekeeper and nanny for Fran Striker, an American writer for radio and comics, best known for creating the Lone Ranger, Green Hornet, and Sgt. Preston of the Yukon characters. During World War II she was employed by Curtiss-Wright Aircraft where she drove scooters on the runway and joined her pilot friends on countless test flights before being promoted to Executive Secretary for management.  In 1946 she married her childhood sweetheart, Clarence Sheer, and they had a long and happy life on their farm. Always working together, they grew and sold sweet corn, pumpkins and squash, operated a cattle hauling business and were award winning sellers of seed to farmers across the Wyoming County for over 35 years. Billie was well known for her skills in the kitchen and especially for her fudge. She was often referred to as the “fudge lady”. She was an avid card player and loved nothing more than a competitive but fun game of cards with her bridge club friends of more than 60 years. Billie was a woman of great faith. Her laughter could light up a room. Billie was loved by family and friends alike and will be greatly missed. She will above all be missed by her beloved grandchildren who referred to her as “big grandma”, not because of her stature, but because of her big heart.

Billie is survived by her children; Pat (late Tom) Standish of Strykersville, Beverly (Richard Jr.) Herman of Varysburg, Jeanne (David) Dobinski of S. Wales, Donna (Patrick) Harrington of N. Java and Fran (Harold) Bush of Silver Springs; 6 grandchildren, Kristine (Larry) Wheeler, Richard (Ronda) Herman III, Troy (Jessica) Standish, Connie Herman, Ali Dobinski and Meg Dobinski. She is also survived by 12 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.

Calling Hours will be held on Monday June 19. 2017 from 4:00-8:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.  An 11:00AM Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 20^th at St. John Newman Parish (St. Cecilia’s Church) 991 Centerline Rd, Strykersville, NY 14145. Lunch will immediately follow in the Parish Hall.

In lieu of flowers, a donation in Billie’s honor can be made to “Angel Action” 6470 Rt. 20A Suite #1 Perry, NY 14530 or online at wccainc.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.

She was a 1955 graduate of Silver Springs School. She worked for the former Perry Knitting Mill and G & L Laundry in Perry. She retired from the former Champion Products in Perry after 30 years of service. She was a former member of the Perry Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary and the Wyoming Valley Antique Car Club. She enjoyed bird watching, tending to her flower gardens and loved spending time with her family, especially with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She is survived by her daughter; Cindy (James F. “Rick”) Bramer of Warsaw; son James (Charlene) Van Allen of Perry; sister Evelyn Hamilton of Leicester; 2 sisters-in-law Carolyn Van Allen of Perry and June Green of Silver Springs; 4 grandchildren Tim (Jenny) Bramer, Michael (Jess) Bramer, Christina (Jim Slusser) Briggs, and Sarah Briggs; 5 great grandchildren Rowan, Keegan and Brooklynn Bramer, Noah and Logan Preen, along with many nieces, nephews and friends.

Family and friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8pm on Friday June 16th at the Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 N. Main Street Perry, New York 14530. Graveside services will be held on Saturday June 17th at 11:00 A.M. at Elmwood Cemetery in Silver Springs.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Elmwood Cemetery C/O Town of Gainesville 2 Toolhouse Rd. Gainesville, New York 14066. 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.

Age 91, died peacefully Friday June 9, 2017 at Premier Genesee Rehabilitation and Nursing Center following a brief illness. He was born February 11, 1926 in Buffalo, NY to the late Walter (Frances Mehnert) Doehring, also preceded in death by his wife, Betty Ruth in 2014 and brother, Donald in 2015. 

Walter loved to reminisce about spending summers with his brother at their grandparent's house in Linden, NY when they were young. He served in the U.S. Navy as a Radioman/Telegrapher (1944-1946). Walter was hired as one of the original faculty members when the Genesee Community College opened its doors in September of 1967. A Professor of Accounting, he retired after 30+ years. He will be remembered by the many students he taught over the years. His children will always remember the summer camping trips when Dad would always insist on "taking the road less travelled". 

Surviving are his eight children, James  (Richard Episcopo), Thomas (Steven Chalfant), Jack (Gareth), Daniel (Anna), Andrew (Sandra), Sarah, Rachel (David) Fasano, William (Phoebe); five grandchildren, William, Matthew, Zalya, Stella and Erin. 

There will be no prior calling hours and a private family gathering will be held at a later date. Memorials in his memory can be made to Crossroads House 11 Liberty St. in Batavia, New York 14020. 

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

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

Corfu - Mary Rose Silliman, 88, of Corfu, passed away Friday (June 9, 2017) at United Memorial Medical Center, Batavia.

 

Mary was born September 15, 1928, in Wethersfield, NY, one of 11 children of William and Mabel Niver Rosborough. She was the last surviving of her brothers and sisters. Mary was the wife of the late Everett Silliman and grandmother of the late Mary Silliman. She loved going to church and seeing all her friends there and going to the daycare she attended. 

 

Surviving are her children, Elizabeth Ryan, Raymond Silliman, Ruby Silliman and Harry Silliman; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Nieces and nephews also survive.

 

Family and friends may call Wednesday, June 14 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary Inc., 4 E. Main St., Corfu. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 15 at 11 a.m. at High Point Church, 1163 Main Road, Corfu. Burial will be in Evergreen Hill Cemetery, Corfu, NY.

Batavia - Anne Marie Bush, 53, of Batavia, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday under the care of HomeCare & Hospice and her family.

She was born November 9, 1963 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Thomas D. Emerson, Sr. and Marie O'Keefe.

A registered nurse for 12 years, she most recently was working at the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Service in Albion. 

She is survived by her husband, Ralph J.  Bush; her children, Christian (Matthew) Townes of Perry, Brandon Culliton and Bryan (Brooke) Culliton, both of Batavia; six grandchildren, Eithan & Eli, Chloe and Peyton & Austin; her children’s father, Michael K. Culliton, Jr.; three brothers: Thomas D. Emerson, Jr. of Oklahoma, Dennis Emerson of Hawaii and James Emerson of Batavia; two sisters: Patricia M. Caleb of Medina and Kathryn Keenan of Farmington; 20 nieces and nephews, 19 great-nieces and great-nephews and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

She is predeceased by her niece, Melissa Mae Emerson and her brother-in-law, Bruce Caleb.

There are no prior visiting hours. Her celebration of life will begin at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 17, 2017 at her home located at 3065 Pearl Street Road, Batavia.  Memorials may be made to the YWCA's Domestic Violence Crisis & Prevention Services program, 301 North Street, Batavia, New York 14020.  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.

LeRoy ~ Charles C. Cordaro, age 87, formerly of West Main Street, passed away early Sunday morning (June 11, 2017) at the Batavia Health Care Center.

     Mr. Cordaro had a special love for his family, especially his grandson, Austin.  He also had a passion for motorcycles and was a proud U.S. Marine Veteran.

     He is survived by his loving daughter, Maggie Cordaro of Stafford; grandson, Austin Bogue; his siblings, Antoinette D'Pasquale of Avon, Mary (Louie) Ferrara of LeRoy, Betty Merica of LeRoy, Margaret (Jim) Gravanda of LeRoy, Rachel Abbott of Las Vegas, NV, Theresa Hamler of LeRoy, Rito Cordaro (Leslie) of Pavilion and Joann Yamonaco of Avon, along with many nieces,  nephews and dear friends.

     He was predeceased by his wife, Carole Cordaro in 2008 and his brothers, Samuel Cordaro and Joseph Cordaro.

     Family and friends are invited to his Memorial Mass on Friday, June 16 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter's Church, 44 Lake St., LeRoy.  Interment with military honors will follow in St. Francis Cemetery.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family.

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

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

Mrs. Jacobs was a lifetime member of Ascension Parish and longtime member of Polish Falcons. She was commander of Disabled American Veterans #166, past president of both the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary.

She is survived by her beloved children James (Jennifer) Jacobs, Georgene (Rocco) DellaPenna, Maxine (Brian) Dioguardi all of Batavia; sisters Helen DeJongh of Texas; Florence Pontillo of Batavia; Lorraine (Carl) Dilcher of Oakfield; Marcie Weicher of Byron; Rose Mary Christian of Batavia; 12 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. An 11:00 AM Graveside Service will be held on Friday, June 9, 2017 at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Joseph’s Indian School 1301 North Main Street, Chamberlain, SD 57325 or to Boys Town at www.boystown.org. 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.

John was a fun loving husband, father and friend to many people.  He was a retired Corrections Officer for the Attica Correctional Facility in Attica, NY.  John enjoyed many outside activities including fishing, hunting, camping, riding his motorcycle and just being around family and friends, as well as his pets. He was also a great story teller and had a love for NASCAR and Buffalo Bills Football.

He is survived by his loving wife; Bonnie Saravullo of Pavilion; son Nick Saravullo of Pavilion; mother and father in law; several brother and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.

There will be no prior calling hours. A 10:00AM Memorial Mass will be held on Friday June 9, 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 can be made to the Pavilion Fire Department at 11302 Lake Street, Pavilion, NY 14525. 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.