Obituaries

Ruthie was a member of the Red Hat Society and Trinity United Methodist Church in Attica. She spent many hours at the church working on projects with her sister Virginia, being very involved in the United Methodist Women’s Group. She enjoyed coloring, doing puzzles and cartoon’s especially her favorite Disney character, Mickey Mouse.

Ruthie is survived by a brother Norman (Sally) Kriger; sister Virginia (George “Burt”) Fugle both of Attica; dear and special friends Rena (Gene) DeMay, along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Friday July 11, 2014 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, NY 14011. An 11:00 AM Funeral Service will be held on Saturday July 12, 2014 at the Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery, Attica.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in Ruthie’s name to Trinity United Methodist Church 75 Main St. Attica, NY 14011.  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, New York 14011.
 

Doris was a 1948 graduate of Pavilion High School. She worked for the former Little Studio in Perry as a photo assistant starting in 1960 and retiring in 1999. She was a member of the First Congregational Church in Perry Center, The Order of Eastern Star Chapter #497 in Perry, a former Perry Garden Club member, former Trustee of the Wyoming County Historical Pioneer Association and former member of the Castile Historical Club.

She is survived by 2 daughters: Betty (Larry) Ressue of Newark, NY, Susan (James) Elkins of Woodstock, GA. a son: Robert Barrett of Athens, TX.,3 sisters: Ellen Barrett of Avon, Charlotte Olsen of Geneseo, and Gladys (Stanley) Roger of LeRoy, a brother William Boyd of Canada, 7 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call on Monday July 14, 2014 from 3 to 7 PM at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530. An 11:00 AM Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday July 15, 2014 at the Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest in Leicester Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the First Congregational Church 7205 Rt. 20A Perry, NY 14530, Order of Eastern Star Chapter #497 19 Chestnut St. Perry, NY 14530, or to the Livingston County Hospice 2 Livingston Co. Campus Mt. Morris, NY 14510. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of condolance visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530. 

Robert was a graduate of Pavilion High School, he was a self employed farmer with his sons owning R.L. Jeffres and Sons Inc. in Wyoming. He served with the US National Guard. He enjoyed working on the farm, traveling, bowling, golfing, watching sporting events either professional or watching his children or grandchildren playing at school or collage, he was a New York Yankees fan, he loved to laugh and was known to have a great sense of humor. He was a member of the Wyoming Presbyterian Church in Wyoming, a former member of the Pavilion Fire Department, a member of the Pavilion Exempt Firemen, Botts-Florito American Legion Post 576 in LeRoy, and a member of the Moose Lodge #560 in Warsaw.

He is survived by his wife: Shirley (Sage) Jeffres whom he married on March 5, 1960, a daughter: Cathleen (Charles) Penders of Wyoming, 3 sons: James (Kelly Farewell) Jeffres, Daniel (Marjorie) Jeffres, and Thomas (Karen) Jeffres all of Wyoming, a sister: Martha Morgan of Warsaw, 10 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Saturday July 12, 2014 at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC 98 North Main Street Perry, NY 14530. A private service for family will be held on Sunday July 13, 2014, 2:00 PM at the Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest in Wyoming Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Pavilion Fire Department P.O. Box 156 Pavilion, New York 14525 or to the Donor’s Choice. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of condolance visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530.

     Mr. Bordonaro was born October 7, 1969 in Batavia, a son of  Lawrence and Arlene Heier Bordonaro.

     He will be remembered as a very caring and compassionate man, who put his family and community first.  He was very involved with all aspects of his sons’ participation in school and community sports programs.  Frank was also a veteran of the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office, where he provided over 19 years of service as a deputy sheriff.

     He is survived by his wife, Robin Radwich Bordonaro, his sons, Bryce and Chase, his parents, Lawrence and Arlene of Batavia, his mother in law, Frances Radwich of Rochester, brothers in law, Arnold (Cindy) Radwich of Rochester, Tim (Nancy) Radwich of Rochester, Robert (Cheri) Radwich of Rochester, sister in law, Joyce Austin of Rochester, a brother, Steen Bordonaro of Batavia, sisters, Alyce (Mark Clark) Hoye of Batavia and Christina (Gregory) Johnson of Caledonia, an uncle, James (Sandy) Bordonaro, a special aunt, Joann Morse, special niece and nephew, Brittney and Jon Radwich,  along with many other loving nieces, nephews, cousins  and dear friends.

     Family and friends may call on Friday from 12 – 3 and 6 – 9 at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Rd. (Rt. 19), LeRoy.  Funeral Services will be held on Saturday at 10:30 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter's Church, 44 Lake St., LeRoy.

     The courtesy of no flowers is requested with memorials suggested to the family to establish and education fund for Frank’s sons.

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

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Mrs. Snyder was a dedicated mother, grandmother and great grandmother.  She truly was one in a million.

Mary is survived by her children Gerald E. (Carol) Foster of Batavia; Jacqueline Becker of Gates; James L. (Sandra) Foster of Mocksville, NC,  Marjorie Chaddock of Batavia, grandchildren Brian (Michele) Becker; Shannon (Timothy) Larson; Susan (Craig) Kerley; Jared (Kelly Cudney) Chaddock; Jamee Foster and Justin (Andrea Anderson) Chaddock survive along with 6 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.  

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

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to The Salvation Army 529 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or for more information call (585) 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

Gloria enjoyed spending time with her daughter and two granddaughters. She also had a love for animals.

She is survived by her Daughter Marlene Ames of Batavia, and granddaughters Jasmine and Shana Williams of Batavia.  

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

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

Elba ~ Erma E. Bieber, age 84, of Mechanic Street, passed away Sunday evening (July 6, 2014)          at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.

    Ms. Bieber was born February 2, 1930 in Milton, PA, a daughter of the late David and Mary Fettings Rearick.

     She will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother, who loved to watch her

     She is survived by her children; James (Cheryl) Bieber of Elba, Jean (Mike) Reinhardt of Corfu, Debbie (Trahey) Crawford of DE, Roger (Roxanne) Bieber of LeRoy and Tim (Nicky) Kauffman of Elba, a sister, Phyllis Yeager of PA, 13 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.

     She was predeceased by her lifetime companion of 44 years, Paul Kauffman and her siblings, Melvin, Myles, Charles, Gloria, Pauline and Dorothy.

     There are no prior calling hours.  A Celebration of Life Service will be held on July 20 at  3:00 PM at the Elba Fireman’s Recreation Hall, 7143 Oak Orchard Rd (Rt. 98), Elba, NY 14058.  In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Elba Fire Department, 4 S. Main Street, Elba, N.Y. 14058.

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

     Ms. Bieber and her family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. of LeRoy.

He was a veteran of World War II serving with the Army Corps of Engineers. He retired from the Graham Manufacturing Company in Batavia after many years of service. Robert was active in many community organizations in Batavia, as well as serving as president of the Rotary Club.

Memorial service will be held Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. in the Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home, 1550  Route 9 in Clifton Park.

Private interment will be in the Riverside Cemetery in Oswego.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Community Hospice of Schenectady, 1411 Union St., Schenectady, NY  12306.

Arrangements have been entrusted by the family to the Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home, 1550 Route 9, Clifton Park, New York 12065, 518-371-5454,  Emerickfh@aol.com

Mr. Frisby was the owner of Batavia Lawn and Shrub and a member of Ascension Parish. Vance was an avid fisherman and hunter, he played ice hockey until he was 50 then refereed roller hockey. He liked to listen to music, dance, read the Batavia Daily News, Buffalo Evening News and New York Outdoors.

Vance is survived by his wife Deborah L. (King) Frisby of Batavia, son Jeffrey Frisby of East Bethany, daughters Marci (Jeff) Lear, Sherrie (Steve) Carmichael all of Batavia, brother Donald (Melody) Frisby of LeRoy and sister Roxanne Arnone of Florida. 5 Grandchildren Katlyn, Christa, Alicia, Crystal and Jasmine survive along with many nieces and nephews.  

 Friends are invited to call on Thursday July 10, 2014 from 4-7 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. Funeral Services will follow calling hours at 7 PM at the Funeral Home

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Homecare & Hospice 29 Liberty Street, Suite 6 Batavia, NY 14020 to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or for more information call (585) 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

Lee worked in marketing and set up different displays for many stores before he retired. He was a United States Army Veteran and member of the Attica American Legion Harder-O’Donnell Post 734. Lee truly enjoyed belonging to the Attica Rod and Gun Club along with being very passionate about the WNY Gas & Steam Engine Association.

Lee is survived by his beloved wife Elaine (Lepsch) Swezey of Attica; son Terry Kaiser of CO; daughters Katherine (Derek) Rexrode of FL; Alexandra Swezey of Attica; sister Debra (Ron) Lucas; nieces Sarah and Ellen Saile, Christina Strang; nephews Buck (Samantha) Strang, Mark (Judy) Friedhaber, Jason (Erin) Saile along with many great-nieces and great-nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Wednesday July 9, 2014 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, NY 14011. Funeral Services will follow calling hours at 8:00 PM. 

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family.  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, New York 14011.
 

   Dr. Gerace was a 1952 graduate of Batavia High School and earned both his B.S. and Ph.D. from the University of Notre Dame. He held positions at Solvay Chemical in Syracuse, Xerox in Rochester, and Amoco in Chicago, earning 5 patents over the course of his career. He was a loved husband, father, and grandfather, who gave enthusiastically of his time volunteering for church, school, and numerous service organizations over his life.

   Surviving is his beloved wife with whom he would have shared their 49th wedding anniversary on July 24, 2014, Jeanette (Mancuso) Gerace of Batavia; daughter, Maria (John) Hoffman of Tampa, FL and their children, Justin, James & Jacqueline Hoffman; son, Christopher (Jennifer) Gerace of Victor, NY and their children, Stephen & Anna Gerace; sister, Eileen Gerace of Canandaigua, NY; brother, Thomas (Jane) Gerace of Farmington, NY along with several niecesand nephews.

   Family and friends may visit from 4-8 p.m. on Tuesday July 8, 2014 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWKSI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020 where prayers will be recited 9:30 a.m. Wednesday July 9, 2014 followed by a 10:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph's Site) 303 East Main Street in Batavia, concelebrated by Rev. Robert E. Waters and Monsignor Leo McCarthy. He will be laid to rest in St. Joseph's Cemetery and the family suggests memorials to the All Apostles Society of St. Joseph's Catholic School 2 Summit Street Batavia, New York 14020.  

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

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