Obituaries

Catherine Eileen (Parmelee) Pullyblank began her eternal journey on January 14, 2023 with her loving family by her side.

     Survived by her husband of 56 years, David L. Pullyblank; her daughter and son-in-law, Brenda (Ace) Ball of North Chili; her son and daughter-in-law, David (Beth) Pullyblank of LeRoy; her beloved grandchildren, Nicholas, Hannah, Jennifer, Allison, Sydney, Dylan, Austin, and Cody; her great grandchildren, Emma and Gabriella; and her best friend, Barbara Miller.  

     Catherine (Kay) was born May 24, 1943, a daughter of John Parmelee and Beatrice Bobzin. She grew up and lived her life in the Fort Hill area of LeRoy, NY.

     Kay earned her degree in Physical Education from West Virginia University and was a proud Mountaineer. She taught physical education at Pavillion Central, Perry Central, Caledonia-Mumford Central, and for 18 years at LeRoy Central school. During her years teaching, you would find Mrs. P in the gym or on the athletic fields long after the school day was complete as she enjoyed coaching. She coached varsity soccer, volleyball, softball, cheerleading, and track and field. She led Perry Central cheerleaders to a Section V championship.

     Kay passionately enjoyed gardening and her home is surrounded by the marvelous gardens she created. She was always very content pulling weeds in those gardens, quilting with Barb, and was an avid spectator at all of her grandchildren’s activities. She was an adoring and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. You will find her on a country road, in the place she belongs.

     At the family’s request, there will be no public visitation or services. Kay will be laid to rest privately.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the family and will be used towards a scholarship offering at West Virginia University.  Kindly forward the contributions to David  Pullyblank, 7809 Oatka Trail, LeRoy, NY 14482.

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

Eloise T. (Bartz) Brown, age 88, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2023.

     Eloise was born on November 9, 1934 in Batavia, NY to Anthony and Teresa (Tenney) Bartz.

     She worked at the Alexander School cafeteria and later at the Genesee County Nursing Home.  After her retirement, Eloise spent time volunteering at the Crossroads House in Batavia, NY.  She later moved to Scotia, NY where she spent her time with her Great Grandchildren Zachary and Kendall Hilt.  Eloise loved spending her time with her family and attending all of their sporting events.  She had a very strong Catholic faith.

     Eloise is predeceased by son, Duane Brown and survived by her daughter, Cheryl (Anthony) Hurd; grandchildren, Kelly (James) Hilt, Kori (Bill) MacNeal, Roger (Nicole) Brown and Shannon (Timothy) Hill; great grandchildren Zachary & Kendall Hilt, Patrick & Autumn Lewis, Bailey & Kennedy Hill, Brady & Dillon Hill, Arianna & Gabrielle Brown, and Taylor, Tristan & Ryan Riley and great-great grandchild, Rose Lewis; sibling, Gerald Bartz; sisters-in-law, Norma Bartz and Rosie Bartz (Ed Olczak) and brother-in-law, Larry MacConnell.  She is also survived by several nieces and nephews and special niece Lori (Matthew) Laney.

     Eloise is predeceased by brothers, Norman, Richard and Gary Bartz and sister, Patricia.

     Family and friends are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial to be held on Saturday, January 21 at 11:00 AM at Resurrection Parish, St. Joseph’s Site, 303 E. Main St., Batavia, N.Y., with interment to follow in St. Vincent’s Cemetery, Attica, N.Y.

     In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Crossroads House, 11 Liberty St., P.O. Box 403, Batavia, NY 14021.  www.crossroadshouse.com

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

Beaver Island, Michigan - Dennis Onofrio Monachino, age 68, died suddenly on December 21, 2022 on Beaver Island, Michigan.

He was born on June 7, 1954 in Batavia. He is predeceased by his parents, Pat C. and Mary Ellen (McDonough) Monachino.

Dennis is survived by his loving daughter, Crystal Brook Monachino; step-daughter, Carla King and her children, Rhonda, Godfrey, Damien and Austin King; step-grandson Brandon Bragg, Jr. who is predeceased by his father, Brandon Bragg, Sr.; siblings, Cynthia, Julie, Patrick (Anne Marie) and Thomas (Daun) Monachino; his companion, Eileen Woolford-Ballard; and several nieces, nephews, grand-nephews and a grand-niece.

Dennis traveled the world on his terms. He grew up in Batavia, then lived and worked in LeRoy, St. Augustine, Florida, Fort Wayne Indiana and settled in Beaver Island, Michigan. His spirit of adventure took him to faraway places like Australia and New Zealand. Dennis was an accomplished musician and artist. He regularly entertained family, friends and local audiences on Beaver Island with his superb guitar playing and singing. He shared his drawings with all who appreciated his art. His generosity and commitment to family were well known as was his love for, and mastery of, motorcycling, boating, antiquing, music and horsemanship.

Dennis was a jack-of-all-trades who loved to build and rebuild anything motorized and mobile. He worked as a local and long-haul truck driver as well as an international importer/exporter. In retirement he returned to his beloved Beaver Island-the island that captured his heart as a boy-where he owned and rode horses and sailed Lake Michigan.

Family and friends are invited to Batavia Country Club on Saturday, January 21, 2023 from 1 pm to 4 pm to celebrate his life. Please consider memorials in his name to the Elks Chapter 2886, P.O. Box 141, Beaver Island, Michigan 49782. Local arrangements are under the care of the H.E. Turner & Co. Inc. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.

Batavia - Kathleen  "Kathy"  Hopkins, 68  of Oakfield passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Kathy was born Saturday, April 3rd, 1954 in Buffalo, NY, daughter of the late Victor and Theodora (Switek) Rydzynski.

She was a member of the Oakfield volunteer fire department for over 20 years. Kathy loved spending time with her family, decorating for the holidays (both inside and out), and hosting family holiday dinners.

Kathy graduated from the John F. Kennedy High School and married David Hopkins, who predeceased her in 2001. She loved her job as a teachers Aide for Oakfield-Alabama Central school until the day she retired.

Kathy was a loving wife, a caring and compassionate mother, and affectionate grandmother. She is survived by her husband Russell Young; Children, Dennis (Shana) Hoy, Christopher Hoy and Tracy Minor; Stepchildren, Will (Julie) Young and Michael (Holly) Young; a brother, Dennis Rydzynski; grandchildren, Matt Minor, Andrew Minor, Kayla Hoy, Skylar Hoy, Haylee Hoy, Emersyn Dyer, Drake Dyer, Alexander Hoy, Michael Hoy, Ashlee Young, and Haylee Young; brother in law, Jake (Peg) Fager, Robert (Linda) Young, and Mark (Janine) Young; her fur buddy, Radar, and and many nieces and nephews.

Kathy is predeceased by her husband David Hopkins; sibling, Donald (Arlene) Rydzynski, and her loving parents.

Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 from 3:00 pm  to 6:00pm at Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Avenue Oakfield, NY 14125.  Kathleen's funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 19th at 10:00 am at Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, with burial to follow.  Burial will be in Grandview Cemetery in Batavia, NY.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to the Oakfield Volunteer Fire Department P.O. Box 184 Oakfield, NY 14125.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, Oakfield.  Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.