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Joseph A. Szczesny

szczesny_joseph_-_photo.jpgJoseph A. Szczesny, 94 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 25, 2016. Born July 4, 1922 in Buffalo, he was the son of Walter and Veronica Pastecki Szczesny. Joseph’s life was centered around his family and his faith.  He was proud of his Polish culture and heritage and enjoyed traveling and gardening. Joseph was a Veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Navy from 1942-1946. He retired from the former Doehler-Jarvis Manufacturing Co. in Batavia after 35 years. He was a member of Ascension Parish, the Holy Name Society and the Polish Falcons.

He was predeceased by his wife of 64 years, Antoinette “Tosh” Szczesny, who died January 28, 2012, brother, Walter Szczesny sister, Monica Fiorella, brothers-in-law, Nicholas DiFilippo, Joseph Fortunato and Philip Fiorella, and sister-in-law, Rose Szczesny. 

Joseph is survived by his children, Thomas (Frances) Szczesny, Marlboro, N.J., Mary (Van) Rodenhizer of Oakfield, the Reverend Walter J. Szczesny of Lockport, Veronica (Jerzy) Ryszkiewicz, Staten Island, Timothy (Donna) Szczesny, Binghamton and Joseph (Allison) Szczesny of Minot, ME. He leaves behind treasured grandchildren, Spencer (Elana), Alex, Laura and Timothy Szczesny, Kathryn (Christian Guirreri) Rodenhizer, Paula and Thomas Ryszkiewicz. great-granddaughters, Abigail and Sadie Szczesny, sisters, Helen Fortunato and Veronica “Dolly” DiFilippo, both of Batavia and many nieces and nephews.

Family will receive friends from 4:00 until 8:00 pm, Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Avenue, Batavia. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Reverend Walter J. Szczesny, 10:00 am, Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at Ascension Parish, 15 Sumner Street, Batavia. Interment will follow services in St. Cecelia Cemetery, Oakfield.  

Memorial contributions in Joseph’s name may be made to All Saints Parish, 76 Church Street, Lockport, NY 14094. To forward condolences please visit www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, NY 14020, RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR.

 

 

JoAnn Leggo

JoAnn Leggo died peacefully with family on Thursday, November 24, 2016 at The Crossroads House from a 5 month struggle with Cancer.  JoAnn was born December 8, 1934 to Roy and Mae Ailene (Denney) Peters in Rochester, New York.   She is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Martin B Leggo; two daughters, Jacqueline “Jacky”, husband Ronald “Skip” Smith; Kathleen “Kathi”,  husband Fred Mintz; one son Martin “Joe” (Elan Neal) Leggo. 

JoAnn was “Grandma” to Kyle Pangrazio and wife Jessica, Rebecca “Becki” (Pangrazio) Rodriguez and husband Richard, Joseph A Mintz, Colby Leggo, Justine Baker, Dawn (Rob) Marsceill, Abby (Ryan) Rutherford, Beth (Steve) O’Shea, Cathi (Jason) Zimmer, Derek and Toby Neal.  JoAnn was Great Grandma and affectionately called “GG” to Jo, Hunter, Joseph, Emily, Isabella, Cache, Ava, Cheyenne, Xander, Cooper, Brandon, Ella and Dominic.  Auntie JoAnnie was loved by her niece and family Karen (Jack) Dearing of Florida and her nephew and family Richard (Vicki) Stenner of Arizona.  She had many close friends whose visits, cards, and phone calls meant a lot to her.

At the request of JoAnn the family will celebrate her life privately without a public memorial service. Her wishes to donate her body to science were honored. Memorials can be made to The Crossroads House, PO Box 403 Batavia NY 14021, or online at http://crossroadshouse.com/donate/

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

Arrangements were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Bergen, (585) 494-1210.

 

 

 

Donald W. Klick

Honeoye Falls - Donald W. Klick, 83, of Honeoye Falls, passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2016 at the Schofield Residence in Kenmore.

Mr. Klick was born March 16, 1933 in Honeoye Falls, a son of the late Frederick and Ethel Brown Klick.

Mr. Klick was a longtime dairy and crop farmer in Honeoye Falls. A lover of animals, he had a special passion for walking Mendon Ponds Park as well as walking the back roads of Rush, Mendon and Honeoye Falls with neighborhood friends. He enjoyed being outdoors as he loved the peace and quiet that nature offered to him.

He is survived by his brother, Robert (Margaret) Klick of Bath; several nieces and nephews including Catherine Johnston of Stafford and Anne (Mark) Johnston-Fera of Buffalo; great-nieces and great-nephews including  Dustin Fera of Buffalo and Sarabeth Fera of Los Angeles, California.

He is predeceased by his siblings, Kenneth (Hazel) Klick of Sodus, Harry (Eva) Klick of Arizona, Albert Klick of Rush, Arthur Klick of Honeoye Falls and Edna (Valentine) Frauenhofer of Batavia.

There are no prior visiting hours. His memorial service will be held at 11 a.m.  Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at Stafford United Methodist Church, 6134 Main Road, Stafford.  He will be laid to rest in Maplewood Cemetery, Henrietta. In lieu of flowers, contributions for a memorial to Donald for Mendon Ponds Park may be sent to Lamberton Conservatory, 180 Reservoir Avenue, 14620. Please make checks payable to Monroe County Parks, in the memo please write "In memory of Donald W. Klick”. Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.

Donald R. McClurg

tractor.jpg Donald R. McClurg, 85, of East Bethany passed away on Monday November 21, 2016 at the LeRoy Village Green in where he had been residing. Donald was born in Perry,NY on June 6, 1931 a son of the late Dwight and Ruth (Brown) McClurg. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Joan McClurg who passed away in 2013; 2 daughters Donna McClurg and Debbie Moore; a son Larry McClurg; sisters Barbara Anderson and Lois Taylor and brothers Jack, Larry and Robert McClurg.

Donald owned and operated the former Discount Service Center in Batavia. He was also a truck driver who drove for Tyler’s in Oakfield, DeWitt in Pavilion and Howards Express. He enjoyed collecting toy trucks and tractors.

He is survived by 3 sons; Dennis McClurg of East Bethany, Daniel (Cindy) McClurg of Warsaw, Dean (Laura) McClurg of Warsaw; 3 step-daughters LuAnn George of Ca., Sherrie Klimeck of VA., Kimberly (Michael) Burek of Alexander; a step-son Michael Georgia of VA.; Sisters Betty White of Palm Beach, FL, Virginia (Ed) Culver of Sun City West, AZ., Lynn Wood of Perry;14 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. An 11:00AM Graveside Service will be held on Saturday November 26, 2016 at Glenwood Cemetery in Perry where he will be laid to rest.

Memorials may be made to the Genesee County Animal Shelter 3841 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020, or to the Wyoming County SPCA 808 Creek Road Attica, NY 14011. For more information please call (585) 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.

Michael J. Andolora

Mount Dora, FL ~ Michael J. Andolora, age 94, formerly of Perry, N.Y., passed away on Thursday, November 17, 2016.

     Mr. Andolora was born July 25, 1922, a son of the late Louis and Antonia Andolora.

     He married the love of his life, Edith Barber in 1944 and they moved to Leesburg, FL from Perry in 1980.  He will be remembered as a loving family man and was the last of his generation.

     He is survived by his son, David (Suzanne) Andolora of Henrietta, N.Y.; grandson, Terrence (Michon) Ball; granddaughter, Beth (Christopher) Ball Kovach; great-grandchildren, Evan Ball, Elyse Ball, Lucas Ball, Chloe Kovach and Delia Kovach, along with many nieces and nephews.

     In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his loving wife of 70 years, Edith Andolora, and his brothers and sisters, Josephine, Sarah, Sam, Margaret, Joseph, Phillip and Pearl.

     A memorial service will be announced at a later date.  Interment in Machpelah Cemetery, LeRoy, will be at the convenience of the family.

     Memorials in his name are suggested to Autism Up, 855 Publishers Parkway

Webster, NY. 14580

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

     Mr. Andolora and his family’s local arrangements are being completed by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. in LeRoy.

Aaron A. Seitz

Fredericksburg, VA ~ Aaron A. Seitz, age 44, formerly of Batavia and Orlando, FL, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 19, 2016.

     He was born May 27, 1972 in Denver, CO, a son of Loretta Fiorella Seitz Vosburgh and the late LeRoy J. Seitz.

     Aaron was a 1990 graduate of Batavia High School.  After graduation, he enlisted with the U.S. Marines.  Upon completing his service with the Marines, Aaron moved south, where he worked for himself as a mechanic and body repairman.  Those who knew Aaron, knew that he always lived life to the fullest.

     He is survived by his mother and step-father, Loretta (Manley) Vosburgh of Bergen; his sister, Erica (Ian) Jermy of Stafford; his niece, Sophia Jermy; his fiancée , Ryan Kennedy and her son, Eddie, of Fredericksburg, VA, along with many aunts, uncles and cousins.

     Services and interment will be private.

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

     Mr. Seitz and his family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. in LeRoy.

Karen E. Biegas

biegas.jpg  Karen E. (Murtagh) Biegas, 55, passed away while in Orlando, FL. on November 8, 2016. She was born on December 23, 1960 in Rochester to the late Edward Murtagh and Myrtle (Bowling) Murtagh of Bergen.

In addition to her mother, Karen is survived by her husband John D. Biegas; son John (Kimberly) Biegas of Bergen; step daughter Deborah Groover; brothers Michael (Dee) Murtagh of Rochester and Thomas Murtagh of Bergen; grandsons Xander Biegas of Bergen and Tristan Groover.

Family and friends are invited to call on Friday November 25, 2016 from 3:00-7:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

For more information please call (585)343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, New York 14020.

Norine R. Leaton

 

Byron - Norine R. Leaton, 86, of Byron, a former Town Clerk for the Town of Byron, died Thursday, November 17, 2016 at Genesee County Nursing Home, in Batavia. 

Mrs. Leaton was born April 10, 1930 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Henry and Zelda White.

She fought the hard fight, especially the last two years.  She lost her home and husband in December of 2014 as a result of a devastating house fire.  She has had many physical challenges since then, resulting in some hospital stays.  Through it all, she never lost her sense of humor.  She loved her family dearly.

She was a member of the Byron Presbyterian Church and member of the South Byron Fire Department Women's Auxiliary.  She was an avid reader and enjoyed crafting Afghans.

Her husband, Warren A. Leaton, died December 19, 2014.

Survivors include a daughter, Cindy Leaton Favata of Bergen; 2 sons, James Leaton of Byron and Alan (Roxanne) Leaton of Bergen; a sister, Gladys Janas of Rochester; 8 grandchildren, Ann Knack of Honeoye Falls, Aimee (Jim) Austin of South Byron, Jeffrey Leaton, Jared Leaton, Ashlee Leaton, Adam Leaton, all of Byron; Alan (Aubrie) Leaton, Jr. of Brockport and Melanie DiFalco of Long Island; 3 great-grandchildren, Jordan Leaton, Kendall Knack and Griffin Knack; a brother-in-law, David (Joanne) Leaton of Byron; and several nieces and nephews. 

She is predeceased by 6 siblings.  

The family would like to thank the first and third floor staff at the Genesee County Nursing Home for the care given to our mom.  

Friends may call on Wednesday from 3 to 6 p.m. at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 E. Main St., Batavia.  Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, November 27, 2016 at Byron Cemetery, Townline Road, Byron, NY.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Byron Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 206, Byron, NY 14422 or to South Byron Fire Department, P.O. Box 22, South Byron, NY 14557.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Rosemary M. Warboys

Batavia - Rosemary M. Warboys, 86, of Batavia, passed away Friday, (November 18, 2016) at United Memorial Medical Center, in Batavia.

Mrs. Warboys was born October 15, 1930 in Elba, a daughter of the late Ernest and Lois (Allyn) Shultz.

Rosemary was extremely family oriented.  She loved to cook, bake and spend time with her entire extended family.  She also greatly enjoyed Christian music.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Donald Warboys along with several brothers and sisters.

Surviving are her children, Cathy Kirkpatrick of Zephyrhills, FL, John (Amy Franklin) Hopkins of East Rochester, Daniel (Laurie) Hopkins of Elba, Michael (Linda) Warboys, Laurie (Jerry) Fry, Susan (Jim) Brion, and Janet (Mike) Borkholder all of Oakfield; a sister, Gertrude (Phil) Sinasalco of Zephyrhills, FL; 11 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior visitation.  Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.  Rosemary will be laid to rest in Reed Cemetery, Oakfield. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Crossroads House, P.O. Box 403, Batavia, NY 14021 (www.crossroadshouse.com/donate).

Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.  Arrangements were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Batavia.

Nils R. Anderson

nils.jpg Nils R. Anderson, age 78, of Perry, formerly of Livonia, passed away on Wednesday November 16, 2016 at his home. He was born on February 9, 1938 in Jamestown, NY a son of the late Axel E. and Thelma M. (Tillow) Anderson.

Nils was a 1955 graduate of Jamestown High School, 1959 graduate of Houghton College, and received his master’s degree in Social work from Syracuse University in 1966. He worked for the Livingston County Department of Social Services for several years, and retired from New York Division for Youth in Rochester after many years of service. He attended the Brick Presbyterian Church in Perry where he was in the church choir and was active in the church ministry. He was a former Boy Scout leader, a board member for the Livingston County Service Board, volunteered for the Caring for Perry food pantry, drove for the Genesee County Department of Social Services and worked for the benefit of many other organizations. He enjoyed flying private planes and especially loved spending time with family, grandchildren and extended family.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years: Carolyn A. (Carlson) Anderson, a daughter: Marie Lynn (Gregory) Sweet of Livonia, 2 sons: Steven (Elaine) Anderson of Conesus and Erik Anderson of Cincinnati, OH., 1 sister: Allene (Douglas) Louie of Salisbury, NC, 3 grandchildren: Caleb, Josiah and Isaac Sweet, along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may call from 4:00-7:00PM on Saturday November 19, 2016 at the Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, new York 14530. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday November 20th at 1:30pm at the Brick Presbyterian Church N. Main St. in Perry. He will be laid to rest in West Perry Cemetery in Perry.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Caring for Perry Food Pantry 6 North Main St. Perry, NY 14530 or to Heritage Christian Services 275 Kenneth Dr., Suite 100, Rochester, NY 14623. For more information please call (585) 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.

 

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