Obituaries

Shirley R. Cramer, 84 of Attica, passed away on Thursday May 29, 2014 at home. She was born December 29, 1929 in Pembroke to the late Alvin (May Arnold) Mellenthin. Mrs. Cramer is preceded in death by her husband Robert Cramer; daughter Roberta Cramer Dennis; brothers Allan, Norwood, Earl and Arnold; sisters Carol and Arlene.

Mrs. Cramer was the valedictorian of her high school class in Alexander and went on to receive her Associates Degree from GCC. She retired as a Registered Nurse in 1992 from the former Genesee Memorial Hospital in Batavia. She was a lifelong member of the Alexander United Methodist Church and member of the Church Choir. Mrs. Cramer was a Hospice volunteer and WNY Gas & Steam Engine Association in Alexander. 

She is survived by sons David of Aurora IL; Carl (Laura) of Pauls Valley, OK; Mark of Daytona Beach, FL; Jeffrey (Susan) of Attica; Terry (Sue) Cramer of Rochester; daughter Laurie Cramer of Alexander; 27 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Saturday May 31, 2014 from 3 to 7 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, NY 14011. A 2:00 PM Funeral Service will be held on Sunday June 1, 2014 at the Alexander United Methodist Church 10540 Main St. Alexander, NY 14005. She will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery, Attica.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to HomeCare & Hospice 450 North Main St. Warsaw, NY 14569 or to the Wyoming County SPCA 808 Creek Road 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.

Kelly G. Glor, 42, of Attica, passed away on Wednesday May 28, 2014 at United Memorial Medical Center. He was born on June 16, 1971 in Warsaw to Dustin Glor of Amherst and Janice LaWall of Attica. Kelly loved riding motorcycles and The Buffalo Bills.

Along with his parents he is survived by his fiancé Christine Emmick of Attica; daughters, Gina Glor of Darien Center, Miranda and Ashley Glor both of Warsaw, brother, Chris Glor of Attica, sister, Brenda (Ray) White of York along with several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Sunday June 1, 2014 from 1 to 5 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street, Attica, NY 14011. An 11:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday June 2, 2014 at St. Joachim & Anne Parish, 50 East Avenue, Attica, NY 14011. He will be laid to rest in St. Vincent’s Cemetery, Attica.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family to be used towards his daughters education. 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 Street Attica, New York 14011.
 

JENNIE J. WARREN - Age 77, of Batavia, died peacefully Tuesday morning May 27, 2014 at Highland Hospital with her family at her side. She was born February 3, 1937 in Batavia, NY to the late Peter and Eugenia (Leuci) Falcone and also preceded in death by her husband Donald in 1999; infant daughter, Valerie; siblings, Dominic, Anthony, James, Frank, Michael, Peter and Mary.

   Jennie was a lifelong member of Resurrection Parish, enjoyed the outdoors and her beloved companion, Kootsie. She was always there for her children, grandchildren and her love will forever live on in their hearts.

   She is survived by her cherished children; Donald (Jo) Warren of Byron, Christopher (Kimothy) Warren of TN, Linda (Jon) Martino of Oakfield, Kimberly (Terence) Burns of Spencerport and Todd (Ronald Lynch) Warren of Batavia; sisters, Sue (Walt) Means of Oregon, Anna Freeman of Lancaster, Rose (Bob) Moore of Batavia, Patricia (Tom) Scheuerlein of Byron; sisters-in-law,Eileen Falcone of KY and Charlotte Falcone of CA; 6 grandchildren, Kristin Closson, Kiana Warren, Dylan Martino, Brooke Closson, Gabriella Closson & DJ Martino along with many nieces and nephews.

   Family and friends are invited to celebrate Jennie's Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. Thursday May 29, 2014 at Resurrection Parish (St. Mary's Site). She will be laid to rest with her husband in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Alexander and memorials can be made to a charity of the donor's choice.           

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

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

 

 

Pavilion/Covington ~ Heather E. Coufal, age 46, of Perry Road, passed away Friday (May 23, 2014) at home after a 20 year battle with Multiple Sclerosis.

     Heather was born September 15, 1967 in Rochester, a daughter of the late Harold Coufal and Marian Adams Wilson.

     She will be remembered as a loving and compassionate person, with a “firecracker” personality at times. 

     She is survived by her loving mother and step-dad, Marian (Thomas N.) Wilson, with whom she resided, her children, Brian Bisig of Freedom, Rachael Mullen of Grinnel, Iowa and Morgan Jackson of Pavilion; grandchildren, James and Brooke; siblings, Wesley Coufal of Pavilion, Melissa Coufal of Buffalo, Rebecca (James) Robinson of Warsaw and Timothy (Lisa Taylor) Ruffin of Bergen; an uncle, Alan Adams of Las Vegas; special nephew caregivers, Andre, Jason, Joshua, Noah and Riley, along with many other nieces and nephews.

     The family would like to express their deepest appreciation to all the caregivers that have assisted with Heather’s care over the years.

     Family and friends may call on Sunday from 2 ~ 4 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Rd. (Rt 19), LeRoy, where services will be held at 4 PM.  Interment will be at the convenience of the family.  Memorials are suggested to Heather’s family for distribution to charities of their choice.

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

JAMES M. A. "JAMIE" CARNEY – Our beloved son, brother, friend and dear family member died unexpectedly Saturday May 24, 2014 in New Jersey. Jamie was born February 25, 1987 in Batavia, a son of David & Elizabeth( Riemen) Carney of Batavia.

   Jamie served our country proudly with the US Marines having served tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan and most recently was living in Newton, MA. He had dedicated his last 16 months caring for a special needs child and recently began his undergrad work in Early Childhood Development. He was an outstanding person with so much to give never asking for anything in return. A kind, caring, selfless man with a big heart and generous spirit.

   Surviving along with his parents are his siblings, Joshua (Holly) Carney, Holly (Desmond) Blackshear, Gregory (Alicia) Carney all of Batavia, Patrick (Amanda) Carney of Texas and Lindsay (Brett) Frank of Batavia; his maternal grandmother, Patricia Riemen-Beam of Clarence Center  along with many nieces and nephews.

   Family and friends may visit from 1-3 & 6-8 p.m. on Thursday May 29, 2014 at the Michael S. Tomaszewski Funeral & Cremation Chapel, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where a Celebration of Jamie's Life will be celebrated 11:00 a.m. Friday May 30, Military Honors will follow. Memorial contributions can be made to the family or gofundme.com a website in his honor.  

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

THE FAMILY OF JAMES "JAMIE" CARNEY IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK.

 

 

 

 

Raymond G. Russell, 79 of East Pembroke, passed away on Friday May 23, 2014 at United Memorial Medical Center. He was born on November 3, 1934 in Batavia to the late Harry (Dorothy Anawald) Russell.

Mr.  Russell was retired from US Chrome where he worked for 36 years.  He was a former member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church; he enjoyed woodworking, sewing, crocheting, embroidery, camping and traveling.

Raymond is  survived by his wife Evelyn (Graham) Russell of East Pembroke, children Ricky (Lynn) Ball of Erie, PA, William (Nina) Ball, Robert (Cheryl) Ball all of Batavia, Christine (Randy) Klawer of East Pembroke, Patricia Turner of Alabama, Linda (Paul) Bisig of Batavia and Pamela “Rustie” (Louis) Reeb of Corfu. A brother Robert (Donna) Russell of Penfield, two sisters Marilyn Moulthrop and Jean (Everett) Smith of Batavia; 19 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren survive along with many nieces and nephews. 

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday May 27, 2014 from 11 to 1 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia New York 14020.  Funeral services will follow calling hours, 1:00 PM at the Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest at Hillside Cemetery in East Pembroke.

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.

Sharron Ann Lapp, 74 of Attica, passed away on Saturday May 24, 2014 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. She was born on February 16, 1940 in Batavia to the late Kenneth (Esther Landis) Jennings. Sharron is preceded in death by her husband Robert L. Lapp who died in 1993, step daughter Roberta and a brother Donald Jennings.

Sharron was a lifelong Attica resident, a graduate of Attica High School Class of 1957 and a member of the Senior Citizens Group. She was retired from Mallory Timers and P.W. Minor Shoe Factory. Her greatest joy was her family who she loved especially her grandchildren, nieces and nephews, she also loved to read and garden.

Sharron is survived by her daughter Suzanne J. (James) Donohue, step son Brad Lapp all of Attica, step daughter Debbie, a brother Kenneth (Susan) Jennings, two sisters Virginia (Kenneth) Skelton of Chiefland, FL and Shirley Jennings of Attica. 4 grandchildren Clinton, Breck, Patrick and Sabrina Donohue also survive along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Thursday May 29, 2014 from 3 to 6 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street, Attica, NY 14011. Funeral services will take place on Friday May 30, 2014, 11:00 AM at the Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery, Attica.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Attica Class of 1957 in care of Margot Rood. 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 Street Attica, New York 14011.

Fred J. Lord, 65, of Perry died on Thursday May 22, 2014 at the Wyoming County Community Hospital in Warsaw. He was born in Batavia, New York on March 5, 1949 a son to the late Frank and Ruth (Smith) Lord. Fred is preceded in death by a sister Joanne and brother Frank Jr.

Fred graduated from Batavia High School and retired from Marking Tubing in Wyoming. He was an avid fisherman, hunter, and enjoyed car racing at area speedways.

He is survived by his loving companion: Kathy Spence of Perry, a daughter: Samantha Lord of Rushville, two sons: Jason (Carrie) Lord and Evan (Tabitha) Lord both of Pittsburgh, PA., a step-daughter: Stephanie (Jeff) Spence Clarke of Raleigh, NC., a step-son: Jared (Kristin) Spence of Boston, MA., two sisters: Janette (Phil) Vigneri of Elba, Mary Pedone of Buffalo, a brother: Paul (Patti) Lord of LeRoy, six grandchildren: Anna, Mitchell, Nathaniel, and Monica Lord, Hailey and Jared Spence Jr. along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8pm on Tuesday May 27th at the Eaton-Watson Funeral Home,  LLC. 98 North Main St. Perry, NY 14530. Funeral Services will be held 10:00 AM on Wednesday May 28, 2014 at the Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of condolence visist www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530.

Raymond C. Southard, 85, formerly of Attica, went to live with the Lord on Friday May 23, 2014   at the NYS Veterans Home in Batavia. He was born on April 13, 1929 in Utica, NY to the late George and Florence (Smith) Southard.

Ray was devoted to his family and friends. He lived in Attica for close to 40 years where he was proud to work for the Attica School System as a Physical Education Teacher, Coach and then Middle School Principal. After retiring he and his late wife Jean moved to N. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. He had recently moved back to New York to be close to family. 

Mr. Southard is preceded in death by his loving wife of more than 60 years Jean (Krueger) Southard, and a son Michael Southard (1954)   

Ray was the father of George (Connie) Southard of Fishers, IN, Sherrie (George) Hertweck of Rochester, Laura (Russell) Batcho of Warsaw. He has 7 grandchildren Carrie Groothoff, Christine Rasche, Amy Southard all of Indiana, Bradlee Burns Jr. of Warsaw, Kimberly Douglas of Batavia, Aaron Hertweck of Rochester and Hannah Hertweck of Nairobi, Kenya, 11 great-grandchildren also survive along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Wednesday May 28, 2014 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC, 98 North Main Street, Attica, NY 14011. Funeral services will take place on Thursday at 1:00 PM at the Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery, Attica.

In lieu of flowers memorial may be made to the family to be distributed to Attica Central School for a scholarship in Mr. and Mrs. Southard's name or the Alzheimer's Association. For more information pleas call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of cndolence please visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011.

BRADLEY D. OSTRANDER - Age 63, of Batavia, died Monday morning May 19, 2014 at his home. He was born June 9, 1950 in Torrance, CA to the late Howard M. and Merry (Vreeland) Ostrander and also preceded in death by his brother, Ronald. Brad was one of Jehovah's Witnesses belonging to the congregation in Batavia. He was a part-time employee for Genesee County Mental Health Services since retiring. He also was previously employed at Wal-Mart and was a district manager of Rug Doctor for 20 years.

   He had a great love of the Bible and all of God's creations. He enjoyed camping and fishing with his family but he especially enjoyed teaching his granddaughter to fish. In the last few years his health had deteriorated but he always kept a positive attitude. He always had an infectious smile and enjoyed making others laugh with his many stories and funny jokes. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to everyone.

   He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Diane (Platko) Ostrander of Batavia; beloved father of, Gregory J. Ostrander and Christine (Erik) Esposito all of Florida;  brother, Michael (Jan) Ostrander of Hawaii; sisters, Deborah (Curtis) Rice of Batavia and Gail (Glenn) Lusk of Hawaii; beautiful granddaughter, Raenoa along with many nieces and nephews.

   Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial of his Life at 2:00 p.m., Saturday May 31, 2014 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 3601 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses.           

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

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

 

 

Doris M. Stack Hartwig, 81, of Batavia, died peacefully on Thursday (May 22, 2014) at her residence under hospice care.

She was born in Batavia on July 1, 1932, daughter of the late Christian and Ethel Sage Schramm.

Doris was employed at P.W. Minor Shoe Factory in Batavia prior to her retirement. For several years she enjoyed watching her grandchildren and making crafts for her family.

She was predeceased by her husbands, Richard Stack who died in 1978, John Hartwig who died in 1994 and several brothers and sisters.

Survivors include four sons, Pau l(Connie) Stack of Elba, Thomas Stack of Batavia, David (Sharon) Stack of Illinois and Michael Stack of Alexander.  Four daughters, Teresa Stack of Batavia, Janet Ciociola of E. Bethany, Kathleen Kelso of Basom and Marianne (Stephen) Hackett of Batavia. Brothers, Leonard Schramm of Florida and Ronald Schramm of Bergen.  Sisters, Althea Penepent of Byron and Marie Uptgrove of Castile.  Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share memories, condolences and thoughts on Tuesday from 4-8pm at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia.  Funeral services will be private with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of Orleans, P.O. Box 489, Albion, NY 14411.

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 & PROPRIETOR.

Arthur Ray Travis, 92, passed away on May 12, 2014. He was born on December 22, 1921 in Elmira Heights, NY to the late Floyd and Leona Travis.  Arthur married Doris Bauer on August 25, 1943 and enjoyed 55 years of marriage until Doris passed away in 1998.  He is also preceded in death by his son Arthur Travis Jr.

Arthur was a Pearl Harbor Survivor, who went on to spend 20 years in the Navy and retired as a Chief Petty Officer.  Following his Navy retirement, he was a road crew worker for the State of New York which he also retired from.

He is survived by his sons; Terry (Mary) Travis of South Bend, IN,  John (Diane) Travis of Ruby, MI and Jeff (Tina) Travis of Indian Trail, NC; daughter-in-law Linda Travis of Newport, NC, along with 9 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. 

Friends and family are invited to call from 6 to 7 PM on Wednesday May 28, 2014 at the Marley Funeral Home, LLC.  135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011 with a Masonic Funeral Ceremony following at 7 PM.  An 11:00AM Funeral Service will be held at the Johnsonburg United Methodist Church, 3025 Route 98, Varysburg, NY 14167. There will be a Graveside Service with Military Honors at the Johnsonburg Cemetery where he will be laid to rest.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in memory of Arthur to the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument  1 Arizona Memorial Place, Honolulu, HI 96818. 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.

Stafford ~ David J. Panek, age 51, of Transit Road, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, May 18, 2014.

     Mr. Panek was born June 24, 1962 in Batavia, N.Y., a son of the late Edward and Rosemary Lamendola Panek.

     He was an avid sportsman, who enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding his Harley-Davidson and snowmobile.  He was also a Brother of the Steel Eagles Motorcycle Club.

     Mr. Panek is survived by his daughter, Nicole (Nicholas) Thompson of Wyoming, grandsons; Blake and Aidan Thompson; brothers, Duane (Carol) Lamendola of Chili, Ed Panek of Batavia, Robert Panek of Daytona Beach and Ronald (Gerri) Panek of Wyoming; sisters, Denise (Robert) Renouf of Hornell, Sheree Panek of Pavilion and Mary (David) Coates of LeRoy; mother and father in law, Kathy and Charles Snyder II of Osceola, NY, sister in law, Tara (Charles) Beck of Osceola, NY, brother in law, Charles Snyder III of Osceola, NY, along with several nieces, nephews and cousins.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Heather Snyder Panek. 

     Family and friends may call on Friday from 1 ~ 3 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Rd. (Rt. 19), LeRoy, where services will be held at 3 P.M.  Interment will be at the convenience of the family.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to David's family to establish an education trust fund for his grandsons. 

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

 

Oakfield – Jeffrey E. Muntz, 31, of Oakfield, a Fork Lift Operator at US Gypsum, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, (May 15, 2014) at Medina Memorial Health Care System, in Medina.

Mr. Muntz was born March 28, 1983 in Batavia, a son of Roy and Shelly (Waite) Muntz, Jr. of Oakfield.

He greatly enjoyed fishing, riding his wheeler, and his dogs.  Jeff had an incredible sense of humor.  He was a practical jokester who loved to laugh and make others laugh.  He had a heart of gold, and would help anyone he could. 

 

Jeff will be remembered for his belief that you only live once, for his love of pizza, and most of all, for his smile.

He is the husband of Lindsay Ryan-Muntz, of Bergen.  The two were married June 18, 2011.

Surviving along with his wife and parents are his brothers, Roy Muntz, III of Batavia, Alan and Robert Muntz both of Oakfield; maternal grandparents, Darwin Waite of NC, and Doris Waite of Oakfield; paternal grandparents, Roy and Evelyn Muntz, Sr. of Oakfield; a nephew, Roy Muntz, IV of Batavia.  Several aunts, uncles, cousins, and many dear friends also survive.

He is preceded in death by an uncle, Brett Waite.

Friends may call on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Avenue, Oakfield.  A Memorial Service will be held at a time to be announced by the family.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Oakfield Fire Department, P.O. Box 184, 20 Albert Street, Oakfield, NY 14125.  Please share a story, light a candle, or leave a condolence at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.