Obituaries

Gertrude worked for Mallory Timers prior to retirement.  She was a member for 51 years of Vernon Chapter #611 Order of the Eastern Star, a member of the Buffalo Valley Grange in Java Village and she was a member of the Attica Baptist Church.

She is survived by children William (Lorrie) Geitner of Varysburg, Sharon Hill of Florida; brother Richard (Janice) Rupp; 5 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call Friday February 13, 2015 from 11:00AM – 1:00PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC 135 Main Street Attica, New York.  A Funeral Service will immediately follow at the Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Vernon Chapter Order of the Eastern Star, #611 6524 Hwy. 362 Bliss, NY 14024 or to the Varysburg Rescue Squad P.O. Box 588 Varysburg, NY 14011. For more information please call 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.

Frank loved to Tinker with Electronics.

He is survived by sister Connie (Giulio) LaMila of Batavia; brothers-in-law Frank Riganotti of Batavia, Leonardo Maniaci of Batavia along with many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. A 1:00 PM Funeral Service will be held on Friday February 13, 2015 at St. Joseph’s Mausoleum, Batavia. He will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the ARC 64 Walnut Street Batavia, New York 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.

   Mr. Godlove was a truck driver for many years with various companies in the area. He was an avid racing fan, especially Dirt Track and Nascar, enjoyed playing his guitar and was quite the "practical joker." Most important to Dick was his family and the time spent with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

   Surviving is his beloved wife of 58 years, Joyce (Stringham) Godlove of Stafford; loving children, Richard W. (Wendy Fleig) Godlove of Caledonia, Terry (Paula) Godlove of FL, Randy (Jeannie) Godlove of Batavia, Wade (Di Dillon) Godlove of Stafford and foster-son, Alan (Tammy) Stevens of Bergen; brother, Gene (Deborah) Godlove of Bergen; brother-in-law, Dana (Diane) Stringham of Batavia; sister-in-law, Peggy (Roger) Heidenreich of OH; dear friends, Dave (Dora) Henry, Brenda Wetzel & Eldon Farrington; 16 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

   The Godlove family will be present from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday February 11, 2015 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020, a celebration of Richard's life will take place 2:00 p.m. Thursday February 12, 2015 at the Calvary Baptist Church 3515 Galloway Road Batavia, New York 14020. Memorials in his memory can be made to HomeCare & Hospice, Inc. 29 Liberty Street Ste. 6 Batavia, New York 14020.  

   Please leave your words of comfort to Dick's family at www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information call Michael at (585)343-7500.

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

Brockport - Matthew Kevin Greenman, 43, of Brockport, passed away unexpectedly Friday, (February 6, 2015) at his home, in Brockport.

Mr. Greenman was born October 19, 1971 in Batavia, a son of Liz (Fritz) Rowsick of Bergen and the late Clinton R. Greenman.

Matthew was a man of faith and could be described as a genuine, energetic, enthusiastic man who was always thinking.  He was a friend of Bill W. and greatly enjoyed coaching youth baseball.

He loved to spend time outside; camping, biking, playing disc golf and swimming with his kids. 

A genuine sports fan, he enjoyed cheering on Tony Stewart, the Buffalo Bills and the Yankees.

Surviving along with his mother are his children, Jacob, Joshua, and Moriah Greenman all of Brockport; siblings, Ronald (Dawn) Greenman of Baltimore, MD, David (Patricia) VanValkenburg of Saugerties, John (Jennifer) Greenman of Palm Beach Gardens, FL, Donna (Garth) Howard of Caledonia, and Daniel (Jennifer) VanValkenburg of Bergen; a dearly loved step brother, Mark Rowsick of Brockport.  Several nieces and nephews along with the children’s mother, Melisa Greenman of Brockport also survive.

Friends may call on Tuesday from 3 to 8 p.m. at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 51 South Lake Street, Bergen.  Matthew’s Funeral Service will be at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, (February 11, 2015) at the Brockport Free Methodist Church, 6787 Fourth Section Road, Brockport. Burial will be in Mt. Rest Cemetery, Bergen.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Brockport Youth Baseball, c/o Sweden/Clarkson Rec Center, 4927 Lake Road S., Brockport, NY 14420 or Lifetime Assistance, Inc., 425 Paul Rd, Rochester, NY 14624. 

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

John graduated from Baldwin Wallace College in Berea Ohio with a degree in music education.   He then spent 4 years of active service with the United States Coast Guard and 4 years in the Reserves during the Korean War.  He received a Master’s Degree from Indiana University, Bloomingdale, Indiana.  In 1959 he joined the music faculty at Batavia City Schools and taught string instruments and orchestra until his retirement in 1985. He served as Chairman of the Music Department from 1979 on. In the summer of 1967, he studied with Shinichi Suzuki at Oberlin College in Ohio.  That fall he introduced the Suzuki method of violin teaching in the Batavia Schools and built up a very successful program with students from pre-K through Senior High. During his teaching years, he served as Concertmaster of the Genesee Symphony.   After his retirement he continued with his music by giving private lessons.  This continued until December 2013 when he had to give up his last student due to his failing vision. In addition to his love of music, John also enjoyed working with wood. His endeavors went from building a summer cottage in the Adirondack Mountains to handcrafting many pieces of furniture. He was a member of Saint Paul Lutheran Church in Fredonia, New York and served as an Elder and on the Church Council.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Priscilla Violette Bobka, who joined the faculty of the Batavia School System in 1960. Daughter Susan (Matthew) Fountain of Dunkirk; grandchildren Jonathan Adrian Bobka Fountain, Sarah Elizabeth Bobka Fountain; brother Rudolph Bobka of Sciota, NY ; along with several nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. An 11:00 AM Memorial Service will be held on Saturday February 14, 2015 at Saint Paul Lutheran Church 334 Temple Street, Fredonia, NY 14063.  He will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Saint Paul Lutheran Church 334 Temple Street, Fredonia, NY 14063 or to Hospice Chautauqua County 20 W. Fairmount Ave. Lakewood, NY 14750. 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.

   Margaret was a long time member of Resurrection Parish and enjoyed going to the casino and playing bingo.

   Surviving are her loving children, Diana "Dee Dee" (Richard) Borrell of Batavia and their children, Jolene (John) Caselli and Michael Borrell; Joseph (Michelle) Schlossel of Batavia and their children, Joey and Morgan; J. Scott (Cheryl) Schlossel of New York City and their children, Sophia, Caroline and Elizabeth; beloved gigi to Olivia and Aidan; sisters, Josephine Fragnito and Jenny Trigilio both of Batavia; sister-in-law, Mary Recchio of CA along with many nieces and nephews.

   Please join the Schlossel family to celebrate her Mass of Christian Burial 12:00 p.m. Tuesday February 10, 2015 at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph's Site) 303 East Main Street Batavia, New York 14020, she will be laid to rest alongside her beloved Zigmund in St. Joseph's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials in her memory can be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Western & Central New York 4043 Maple Road Suite 105 Amherst, New York 14426.  

   Please leave your words of comfort to Margaret's family at www.tomaszewskifh.com and for more information call Michael at (585)343-7500.

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

Mr. Bruggman worked as a Safety Inspector for New York State Department of Transportation prior to retirement. He was very active in the community. He was a Alexander Town Councilman, past Democratic Chairman for the Town of Alexander and State Democratic Committee member as well as a lifelong member of St. Vincent’s de Paul in Attica. He was also a member of the Greater Rochester Spina Bifida Association as well as Spina Bifida of the Niagara Frontier.

He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years next month Connie Bruggman of Batavia; children Scott Bruggman, Beth (Beau) Matney of North Carolina, Thomas Bruggman of Bethany, Michael (Courtney) Bruggman of Batavia, Greg Bruggman of Batavia; grandchildren Brandi and DeAnna Bruggman, Christopher, Brandon (Theresa) and Ryan Williams, Chris Matney, John and Jack Bruggman; special friends Barry (Alison) Sheppard, Gerry (Christine) Henden and the cottage owners at Java Lake.

There will be no prior calling hours. Services will be held at the convenience of the family.  In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Greater Rochester Spina Bifida Association  www.grsba.org or Spina Bifida of the Niagara Frontier PO Box 50 Williamsville, New York 12431. For more information please call 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.

Mrs. Derleth and her husband John owned the Byron Hotel for 25 years. She was a member of Resurrection Parish and enjoyed doing various crafts.

Patricia is survived by her loving husband John J. Derleth of Batavia; children Mary Moskal of Batavia, Roy (Nancy) Johnson of NH, Wade (life partner Kevin) Johnson of NC, Christine (Richard) Thomas of Buffalo, Shirley (Allen) Shaffer of FL, John (Betty) Derleth Jr. of NC; 17 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be private.  A 12:00 Noon Mass of Christian Burial will take place Monday February 9, 2015 at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph’s) 303 East Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.  She will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Genesee Cancer Assistance 16 Bank Street Batavia, New York 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.

Florence C. Zola – Age 84, Of Alden and Batavia entered eternity on Wednesday February 4th, 2015.  Florence was predeceased by her husband of 54 years John F. in 2002. The proud mother of Karen (Mark) Frey of Bentley Creek, Pa. and John J. (fiance’ Susan) Zola of Batavia.  Two loving grandchildren Kevin Zola of Buffalo and Tonya Smith of Batavia.  Two adorable great grandchildren Kira and Kaylee.   Florence is survived by her sister Rose Ruzuski of Alden. Predeceased by her parents Stephen and Catherine Czechowski. Also predeceased by siblings Stella Clark, Adele Kotas, Emily Pastazynski, Walter, Matty, Johnny and Chester Czechowski.  Florence had a long successful career spanning 50 years as a clerk/secretary at Erie County home, Union Chrysler-Plymouth, Foley’s Auto Parts and the town of Alden tax collection department.  She enjoyed spending time with her family, cooking (usually Polish) meals, her pets, cheering the Buffalo Bills and especially listening to and dancing to Polish music.  After 13 years Florence is again finally dancing the polka with her beloved John at the ultimate Polka Party.

Family will be present at Charles Meyer Funeral Home in Alden from 4 to 8pm on Friday.  A mass of Christian burial will be held at 12noon on Saturday at St. John’s Church in Alden.  A reception to celebrate Florence’s life will immediately follow the burial at GDI Countryside Inn on Sandridge Road in Alden.  Just north of the church.

Mr. Bucceri owned and operated Harry’s Beauty Shop in Oakfield for many years. He was a member of St. Padre Pio Parish and a past Member of the Moose Lodge in Oakfield.

Mr. Bucceri is survived by his loving wife Yolanda (Saraceni) Bucceri of Oakfield; sons Dennis A. (Mary) Bucceri of Oakfield, Gary S. (Tina) Bucceri of Oakfield; sister Pauline Pieszala of FL.; grandchildren Nicki Bucceri, Christopher Bucceri, Denny Bucceri, Kristen (Tom) Porter; great-grandchildren Zach, Kyle, Teigen Porter, and Brock Bucceri along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call from 4-6 PM Thursday February 5, 2015 at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 333 West Main Street, Batavia, NY. A 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial will take place Friday February 6, 2015 at St. Padre Pio Parish (St. Cecilia’s Church) 56 Maple Avenue Oakfield, New York 14125. Entombment will take place at St. Joseph’s Mausoleum, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Oakfield Fire Department 20 Albert Street Oakfield, New York 14125. 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.

LeRoy ~ LisaMarie Burch, age 52, of Asbury Road, passed away Sunday afternoon (Feb. 1, 2015) at Highland Hospital.

     LisaMarie will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and aunt.  She adored her family, especially her granddaughter.  LisaMarie loved to cook and work out in her garden.

     She is survived by her devoted husband of 30 years, Duane Burch; her children, Stephanie (James) O'Geen of Stafford, William Burch of W. Seneca and Claire Burch of LeRoy; her granddaughter, Hattie O'Geen; her mother, Mary Louise (William) Vicary-Reinegal of Stafford; her sister, Charlotte (Matthew) Maser of Stafford; niece, Nicole (Daniel) Young of Philadelphia, along with many other nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by her father, William Vicary.

     Family and friends may call on Wednesday from 4 ~ 8 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Rd. (Rt. 19), LeRoy.  Her funeral service will be held on Thursday at 10:00 AM at Grace Baptist Church, 238 Vine St., Batavia.  Private burial will follow services in Stafford Rural Cemetery.

     The courtesy of no flowers is requested with memorials suggested to Genesee Cancer Assistance, Inc.

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

     LisaMarie and her family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc.  585-768-2400

   Bob was a 1972 graduate of Alden High School and was a machinist at Excel Industries in Clarence, NY for over 30 years. As a member of the Batavia Rod & Gun Club he was an avid outdoorsman and shooting sporting clays and hunting waterfowl.

   Surviving is his beloved wife of 35 years, Linda (Duszkiewicz) Schmit of Batavia and his devoted daughter, Shannon Schmit at home; sister, Robin (Scott) Waite of Corfu; mother-in-law, Dorothy (late Eugene) Duszkiewicz; brothers-in-law, David, Joey (Donna) and the late Donald Duszkiewicz; sister-in-law, Judy Duszkiewicz; niece, Melissa Duszkiewicz; longtime hunting companions, Danny Lapp and his special four footed companions, Ariel, Emmy & Sierra.

   Please join Bob's family for a Celebration of his Life 1:00 p.m. Saturday February 7, 2015 at Grace Baptist Church 238 Vine Street Batavia, New York 14020. Memorials in his honor may be made to Crossroads House 11 Liberty Street Batavia or Volunteers for Animals/Genesee County Animal Shelter 3841 West Main Street Road Batavia, NY.

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

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

Jack was a veteran who served in the United States Air Force and Army during WWII.  He was a proud member of the P-38 Squad 428^th in the South Pacific. “Klink” as he was referred to, retired from the Department of Corrections at Attica Prison as a Lieutenant / Shift Commander in 1980. He was a 60 year member of the Harder / O’Donnell American Legion and served as past Post Commander.  Jack was honored at this year’s Attica Holiday Parade as the Grand Marshall.  He was an avid sports fan, especially Notre Dame and the Buffalo Bills.  He attended all of his granddaughter Stacey’s Attica soccer and basketball games known as “Pops, with the candy”.  Jack enjoyed his Thursdays with his daughter Cindy watching his son-in-law Bob race sail boats on Lake Ontario from their porch. He will be remembered as a devoted husband and father.

Husband to the late Ann Alice Wise, the love of his life, he is survived by his children; Gerald (Susan) Elmore of Attica, Ronald “RJ” Elmore of Batavia, Cynthia (Robert) Chaplin of Waterport; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, sister in law and beloved friend Bev Wise along with several nieces and nephews.  He was the grandfather to the late Stacey Chaplin who died December 24, 2004.

The family of Jack would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Sue Naik and Mary Jane for their care, support and friendship. 

There will be no prior calling hours.  Relatives and friends are invited to attend an 11:00AM Mass of Christian Burial Monday February 2, 2015 at St. Joachim & Ann Parish (Formally St. Vincent’s) 50 East Ave. Attica, NY 14011.  He will be laid to rest with full military honors in Forest Hill Cemetery in Attica.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Attica Rescue Squad, 11 Water St. in Attica and St. Joachim & Ann Parish, 50 East Ave. in Attica.  For more information please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence please visit Marley Funeral Home. Arrangements completed by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main St. Attica, New York 14011.

Marg is the daughter of the late Michael and Frances Mierzejewski and devoted wife of the late Gerald Matuszewski.

Marg was an avid participant in the Corfu Grange, several are Senior Groups and actively participated in various church activities. She loved to travel and be around her many friends and family.

She is survived by her 4 children; Marylou (Duane) Moot of Canajoharie, NY, Anthony Matuszewski of Frederica, Delaware, Rose (Manuel) Quizon of Walsenburg, Colorado and Nancy (Nick) Demarco of Orchard Park, NY; and 8 grandchildren.

Family and friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main Street, Corfu. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Holy Mother of the Rosary Cathedral, 6298 Broadway, Lancaster, NY.