Obituaries

Timothy Jay Hensen, 57, of Cowlesville passed away on Monday May 12, 2014 at his home. He was born September 27, 1956 in Buffalo, NY to the late Donald E. Hensen (Virginia M. Killian) Hensen. Mr. Hensen was a member of the United Church of Christ.

Timothy is survived by a brother Craig (Kathleen) Hensen and a sister Donna Bischoff  both of Cowlesville. 

There will be no prior calling hours. Funeral Services will be private at the convenience of the Family. 

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Cowlesville Fire Department, 789 Church Street, Cowlesville, NY 14037. 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 135 Main St. Attica, NY 14011.
 

Batavia - Mrs. Jean V. Schelle, 90, retired administrative assistant at M & T Bank in Batavia, died Friday, May 9, 2014 at the Genesee County Nursing Home.

Mrs. Schelle was born April 15, 1924 in Batavia, the daughter of the late Richard and Mary (Conley) Sheer.

Her husband, Arthur (Bus) Schelle, died in 2002.

Survivors include one daughter, Marlene (Francis) Lambert of Rochester, a special niece, Sandra (Roger) Bohn of Batavia and several nieces and nephews.  She was the sister of the late Richard Sheer, Donald Sheer, Rosemary Gonyea, Beverly Betties, Dorothy Bennett and Virginia Sheer.

There will be no prior visitation.  Graveside services will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2014 at 11:00am

at Grand View Cemetery in Batavia.  Memorials may be made to SPCA.  Arrangements were completed by the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home of Batavia.

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

H. Calvin Whitmore, 80 of Alexander, passed away on Monday May 12, 2014 at his home. He was born on June 28, 1933 in Gouverneur, NY to the late Howard (Gladys Grant) Whitmore. Mr. Whitmore is preceded in death by two sisters Clela Estes and Elnina Bates.

Mr. Whitmore owned and operated Top Notch Manor Farm in Adams Center, NY and implemented strip cropping before it was a popular form of farming. He was a 4-H Leader and won many awards. He was awarded Best Conservation Farmer in Delaware County and Dairy of Distinction in Adams. Mr. Whitmore was a Board Member of New Life Fellowship Church in Attica. His greatest joy came from spending time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

Mr. Whitmore is survived by his beloved wife Barbara M. (Mugglin) Whitmore of Alexander; sons Daniel (Roxanne) of Alexander; Thomas (Susan) of Watertown; Grant (Cathy) Whitmore of Alexander; daughters Charolette (Robert) Abrams of Rodman; Joanne (Bob) Sonricker of Attica; Jane (Lyle) Roach of Watertown; Mary (Steve) Dumas of Kannapolis, NC; Linda (Fred) Damon of Adams Center; foster-son Christopher (Carol) Lall of Adams; brother Merrill Whitmore of Dryden; sister Ortha (Ronald) Sibbitts of Canton; 35 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life, 10:00 AM on Sunday May 25, 2014 at New Life Fellowship 909 Creek Rd. Attica, NY 14011. He will be laid to rest in Sulphur Springs Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the church. 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.
 

Mary B. Joose, 63 of Attica, passed away on Sunday May 11, 2014 at United Memorial Medical Center. She was born on October 12, 1950 in Batavia to the late Raymond Beitz Sr. and Leona (Knauber) Beitz of Attica. Mrs. Joose was retired from Attica high school where she was the School Nurse for many years.  She enjoyed gardening, sewing and physical fitness.

Mary is survived by her husband Robert C. Joose of Attica; sons Jason (Ann) Joose of Ft. Hood, TX,  Kevin Joose of Retsof; brothers Raymond (Ellen) Beitz Jr. of Caldwell, Philip (Brenda) Beitz of Mesquite, TX, Norman (Karen) Beitz of Florissant, Co, Thomas Beitz, Paul (Elaine) Beitz both of Attica; sister Sandra Pettit of Johnstown; grandchildren, Brionna, Alexander, Addison and Alayna Joose, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Monday May 19, 2014 from 4 to 8 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. An 11:00 AM Funeral Service will take place on Tuesday May 20, 2014 at New Life Fellowship, 909 Creek Rd. Attica, NY 14011. 

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Attica Fire Department located at 11 Water 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.

After graduating from Ovid Central High School and the Freeman Business Institute of Geneva, she worked as a secretary at Sampson College. She married Donald R. Munson on April 24, 1948. The care, love and support of her family soon became a priority and remained so forevermore. Elsie was truly devoted to her family as well as her friends. She was known for her kindness, generosity of heart and sense of humor.

Elsie was a strong believer in helping other through her dedicated service as a volunteer. Over the years she was active as a member of the Red Creek Presbyterian Church Choir, member at the Noyes Hospital Auxiliary, Dansville Senior Center, member of Dansville Civic Club and a deacon at the Dansville Presbyterian Church to name a few. In 1994, at the annual Livingston County Seniorama Elsie was named the Senior Citizen of the Year for the Town of North Dansville. She will be deeply missed.

Elsie is survived by her loving and devoted husband Donald R. Munson of Dansville; daughters Donna (James) Szymanski of Henrietta; Marcia (Peter) LaForce of West Seneca; brothers Harold Green of Phillipsburg, PA; Royce (Joan) Green of Horseheads; grandchildren Douglas (Angela) Szymanski, Jeffrey Szymanski, Megan (T.J.) Woodward, Andrew LaForce; great-grandchildren Samantha Dey, Nathanael Szymanski, Kate and Cole Woodward, along with many nieces, nephews and wonderful friends.

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday May 13, 2014 from 3 to 7 PM at Chamberlin-Baird Funeral Home 73 Main St. Dansville, NY 14437. Funeral Services will be 11:00 AM on Wednesday May 14, 2014 at Dansville Presbyterian Church 3 School St. at Central Park, Dansville, NY 14437. She will be laid to rest in Greenmount Cemetery, Dansville.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the church or to Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital 111 Clara Barton St. Dansville, NY 14437. For more information please call 343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Chamberlin-Baird Funeral Home 73 Main St. Dansville, NY 14437.
 

Amie M. DeLavergne, 87 of Leicester, passed away on May 8, 2014 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Perry on January 26, 1927 to the late Albert (Mabel Duryea) DeVinney. She is preceded in death by brothers Donald (Ruth), Lawrence DeVinney and sister Emma Wood.

Mrs. DeLavergne worked at Walkley Farm Equipment and that is where she met her husband Donald. She was a longtime member of Covington United Methodist Church and she was very active in many groups and functions. Mrs. DeLavergne enjoyed birdwatching & feeding, flowers, gardening and most of all her family.

She is survived by her beloved husband Donald DeLavergne whom she married August 19, 1950; daughters Sandra (Richard) Konarski of Rochester; Debra (Fred) VanScott of Stafford; Mindie DeLavergne, Laurie (Mike) Hamler both of Leicester; Donna (Glenn) White of Mt. Morris; 8 grandchildren Heather (Josh) Wittenberg, Rick Konarski, Katie (John) Trybuskiewicz, Hillary (Shawn) Beldue, Kim (Nate) Hopkins, Michael (Amanda) Hamler, Mallory (David) Hamler, Kyle Hamler; 7 great-grandchildren Jacob Wittenberg, Braydn & Camryn Trybuskiewicz, McKenna & Landon Hamler, Lexi and Liza Hopkins, along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call from 2-4 & 7-9 PM on Saturday May 10, 2014 at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM on Monday May 12, 2014 at the Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest in Mt. Ash Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Covington United Methodist Church P.O. Box 81 Pavilion, NY 14525. For more information please call 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.

     Mr. Waterman was born April 30, 1928 in Batavia, a son of the late William and Margaret Gardner Waterman.

     He was a U.S. Army veteran, a very active member of the LeRoy United Methodist Church and a retired custodian from the LeRoy Central School District.  He enjoyed being involved with all kinds of youth sports, especially coaching little league.  He also participated in horseshoe tournaments.

     Robert is survived by dear friend, Beverly Hess, the Music Lady.  Bob sang for several years in her music ministry at local nursing homes and for senior citizen groups.

     Bob’s interment will be held privately in Machpelah Cemetery.  Memorials in Bob’s name may be offered to the LeRoy United Methodist Church, where he was a proud custodian and caretaker.  You may share a memory or offer a condolence at www.falconefuneralhome.com

     Mr. Waterman’s arrangements are entrusted to the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc.  For additional information, kindly call Vern at 585-768-2400

Anna May is survived by her children Paul (Elaine) Hersee of West Seneca, Roy (Patricia) Hersee of East Bethany, and Ellen (James) Kostanciak of Oakfield; 7 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

There are no prior calling hours.  A celebration of her life will be announced by the family at later date.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the family.  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.

Batavia - Judith A. Sobresky, 73, of Batavia, a former resident of Pottstown, PA, died Tuesday (May 6, 2014) at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester.

Mrs. Sobresky was born January 30, 1941 in Conshohocken, PA, a daughter of the late Joseph and Anne (Larkin) Ominski.

Judy was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who enjoyed cooking fabulous meals, mentoring her grandchildren, flowers and gardening. She devoted her life to her family, and was generous beyond measure. Judy was a confidant and friend to many, offering unconditional love, support and advice. She was a wonderful, fun loving woman who had the ability to see the humor and good in every situation. She was a phlebotomist at the former St. Jerome Hospital in Batavia, and a member of Resurrection Parish. Judy will be greatly missed.

Survivors include her husband of 51 years, Edmund Sobresky of Batavia; four children, Anna (Douglas) Barnard of Byron, Judith Sobresky, Eddie Sobresky, and Kathryn Sobresky all of Batavia; grandchildren, Melissa, Violet, Olivia, Zoe, and Daniel; three brothers, Joseph (Dolores) Ominski of Norfolk, VA, John (Joanne) Ominski of Silver Springs, MD and Dan (Joan) Ominski of Gainesville, FL; three sisters, Suzy (Ben) Million of New Paltz, NY, Toni (Walt) Zapisek of Ben Salem, PA and Joanne (Charlie) Rightnour of Pottstown, PA; her friend of 40 years Mary Lou Grimes and family of Batavia, nieces, nephews, and neighbors.

She is a sister of the late Anna Mendenhall. 

Calling hours are Monday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.  Judith’s Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday at Resurrection Parish - St. Mary’s Church, 18 Ellicott Street, Batavia.  Burial will be in Grandview Cemetery, Batavia.

Memorials may  be made to the family.

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

Norma is survived by her children Nicholas (Ellen); David (Elisa); Vincent (Sabrina); Joseph (Jill) Zinni all of Batavia; Rosanne Zinni of Rochester; Theresa (Paul) McNally of Fairport; sister Catherine Barber of Batavia; 10 grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.  

Friends are invited to call on Friday May 9, 2014 from 4 to 8 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia New York 14020. An 11:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday May 10, 2014 at  Ascension Parish 15 Sumner St. Batavia, New York 14020. She will be entombed in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum in Batavia.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Ricky Palermo Foundation www.rickypalermo.org or to the United Memorial Medical Center Foundation (Hospice Floor) 127 North St. 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.

Charles Matthew Glidden, 51 died unexpectedly April 24th at his home in Sanford, North Carolina.

Charlie was born March 5th 1963 in Batavia and was the son of Sawyer Glidden and Dorothy Clay Glidden.

He was a graduate of Batavia High School, Monroe Community College and North Carolina State, were he received his Nuclear Medicine Technician Certification.

Charlie loved his profession, his music and humor. He was a bass player in a number of bands in his lifetime and was playing in two at the time of his death.

He was preceded in death by his father, Sawyer, and his brother, Andy. Survivors include his son, Matthew Ryan Glidden of Fort Sill, Oklahoma; his mother Dorothy, his brothers John (Moira) and Jim (Denise), all of the Batavia area and his nieces Sarah and Emily Glidden.

In honor of Charlie, please tell your friends and family that you love them. A memorial service will be held at Genesee County Park on Saturday May 10th starting at 1 p.m. in Area D -- rain or shine.

   Doris was a graduate of Villa Maria College of Buffalo, and the State University of New York at Buffalo where she obtained her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. She was an artist and craftswoman, notably talented in photography, jewelry-making and woodworking. While working at Emma: Women’s Books and Gifts in Buffalo, she became active in the women’s community, taking part in a variety of activities and playing a role in Wild Wimmin Productions, bringing female performers to the Tralfamadore Café.  Doris had a great passion for automobiles, old and new. She loved the water, walking on the beach, swimming in the ocean, watching sailboats, and following the America’s Cup Races. She was one of Disney’s greatest fans, keeping a running list of questions to ask Walt when she met him in heaven. She sang in the Kendall Community Choir, as well as her church choir. She loved pets and had a difficult time turning away any stray. She was very proud of her Italian heritage and enjoyed cooking and feeding others. 

   Doris is survived by her beloved partner of 33 years, Anna Bayerl of Kent, NY; sisters, Kathleen (Robert) Pittman, Joyce Terrana, Gloria Eileen (John) Bovey along with several nieces, nephews and a multitude of friends.

   Family and friends are invited to celebrate her Memorial Mass 11:00 a.m. Saturday May 10, 2014 at St. Mark's Episcopal Church 1 East Main Street LeRoy, New York 14482. Memorials in her memory are suggested to a charity of the donor's choice. 

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

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

   Mr. Thompson is a WWII Army Veteran, a member of the North Darien Bible Church, he enjoyed traveling and had a great love for his family.

   Surviving is his beloved wife of 67 years, Geraldine (Schleicher) Thompson of Batavia; loving children, Richard (Judy) Thompson of Michigan, Joanne Venema of Corfu and Peggy (late Larry) Walden of Michigan; grandchildren, David "Chip" Walden, Craig Walden, Andrea Thomas, Amanda Clifford, Amy (Brandon) Seliger; 7 great-grandchildren; brother-in-law, Russell Morton of Michigan along with many nieces and nephews.

   Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life service for Mr. Thompson 11:30 a.m. Thursday May 8, 2014 at the North Darien Bible Church 9762 Simonds Road Corfu, New York 14036, Military Honors will follow. Memorial contributions can be made to the church.  

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

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