Obituaries

Francis graduated from Purdue in 1943 with a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering and later went on to become a professional engineer. He was the President of F.J. Guppenberger, Inc. Francis was big into the Boy Scouts. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club, Meal on Wheels with his wife Carol. Francis was also on the City Planning Board and he was a life time member of St. Mary’s Church and often volunteered there and at St. Mary’s School.

He is survived by his sons Thomas J. (Cherie) of Washougal, WA; Peter W. Guppenberger of Batavia; daughters Terri M. (Donald) Hunter of Bogota, NJ; Susan C. (the late William) Keidel of Churchville; Mary Beth (Robert) Lovria of Batavia; Ellen A. (Alan) Beideck of Saranac Lake; Linda L. (Alan) English of Central Square; Lisa K. (Dean) Hewitt of Perry; daughter-in-law Mary Lou Guppenberger of NC; 27 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, brothers Joseph M. of Batavia; James (the late Jean) of FL; Rev. August Guppenberger of Cincinnati, OH; sisters Mary (the late John) Yunker of Oakfield; Helene (John) Beuler of Livonia; Lois (John) Gringer of Spencerport; Barbara Guppenberger Batavia, along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Friday August 28, 2015 from 3 to 7 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 12:15 PM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday August 29, 2015 at Resurrection Parish (St. Mary’s Church) 18 Ellicott St. Batavia, New York 14020. He will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Resurrection Parish 18 Ellicott St. Batavia, New York 14020 or Glenmary Mission www.glenmary.org. 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 Street Batavia, New York 14020.

Harold was a 4th generation owner and operator of Valley View Farm which has been passed down to his children and grandchildren. He was active in several farm organizations. Harold was also a lifetime member of both the Alexander United Methodist Church and Alexander Fire Department, and was also on the Alexander Town Board of Appeals. Harold loved woodworking and could often be found in his shop. What Harold loved the most however, was spending time with his family.

He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years Marcia (Gabriel) Brown of Alexander; son Lee (Nancy) Brown of NC; 5 daughters Melinda (Richard) Robbins of CA, Arlene (Chip) Fenwick of MD, Jean (Douglas) Pennoyer of FL, Marcia (Paul) Hirsch of Alexander, Kathleen (Jeff Geer) Brown of Alexander; sisters Shirley Lear of NH, Eleanor Stone of Naples, NY, Norma (Norman) Bartz of Alexander, Peggy (Joe) Pfalzer of Alexander; 15 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Thursday August 27, 2015 from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM at Marley Funeral Home, LLC 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A 10:00 AM Funeral Service will be held on Friday August 28, 2015 at Alexander United Methodist Church 10540 Main St Alexander, New York 14005. He will be laid to rest in West Bethany Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Alexander United Methodist Church 10540 Main St Alexander, New York 14005 or To the Alexander Fire Department New Ambulance Fund P.O. Box 152 Alexander, New York 14005. 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.

Mike grew up with three brothers and three sisters in Blasdell, NY, attended Attica High School, and graduated in 1959, after which he joined the US Air Force for six years.  Mike was a devoted family man, community minded, and civically engaged.  On June 19, 1965 he married Linda Stepp, and together they raised three children where he enrolled in Genesee Community College in 1975 and studied Business during his time there.  Mike was a village justice in Attica, NY for over a decade and was an active member of the Attica fire department for numerous years.  He worked for GTE Sylvania, from which he retired, and after he and Linda chose to pursue separate interests, Mike moved to the central New York area to work at TRW.  After entering retirement for a second time, Mike moved to his final home in Texas to be with his daughter and grandchildren. Mike was a highly social person who enjoyed hobbies that allowed him the opportunity to spend time with friends and family.  He was an avid fisherman who enjoyed spending a peaceful day by the water.  He was always a loyal Buffalo Bills fan, cheering them on, win or lose.  Additionally, Mike enjoyed a good game of poker and spent many of his final years enjoying regular poker games and camaraderie at the free poker nights held near his home in New Braunfels. If a family member or friend had a need of someone, Mike was always the first to step up, often putting aside his own agenda to assist someone else. 

Mike is survived by three children, Marnee (Nathan) Weir of New Braunfels, TX, Michael Ryan of Buffalo, NY, and Matthew (Melanie) Ryan or Scio, NY, five grandchildren, Elissa Weir, Jessica Weir, and Ryan Weir of New Braunfels, TX and Zachary Ryan and Alexander Ryan of Scio, NY, his ex-wife, Linda (Stepp) Ryan of Clearwater, FL, his brothers Tom Ryan and John (Rosemary) Ryan, his sister Patricia (Steven) Valentine, and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.  He is predeceased by both of his parents, his brother Charles Ryan, and his sisters Geannie Tooley and Eileen Ely.

Family and friends are invited to call from 10am-1pm on Saturday, August 29^, 2015 at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street, Attica, New York 14011.  Immediately following calling hours, a procession and Funeral Service will be held graveside at St. Vincent’s Cemetery in Attica.

In memory of Mike, the family suggests donations to the following worthy organizations: New York State Veterans' Home at Batavia, 220 Richmond Avenue, Batavia, New York 14020 or Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Elm & Carlton Streets, Buffalo, NY 14263.  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.

Ervin was a farmer most of his life. He owned and operated the Shado lawn Dairy farm in Delevan from 1952-1976. He relocated to Castile where he became a field manager for Vigortone, winning many awards and trips. He also owned and operated Castile Radiator Shop while running Shado Lawn Strawberry Farm which developed into Shado Lawn Farm Market. In the fall the market became an attraction to many for the Pumpkin Tree he put together. He retired from Bow Hill Farm in Wyoming.
He was a member of the Holstein Friesian Association and was a state officer for the Eastern Artificial Breeders Association. He was an accomplished woodworker. He enjoyed playing guitar and being with his family.

He is survived by his wife Marie (Cady) Niles, children: Douglas (Ellen) Kelsey of Austin TX., Joshua (Sandra) Kelsey of Boynton Beach Fl., Peggy Gilbert of Arcade, Laurie (Ron) Falconer of Arcade, Michael (Margo Doughty) Niles of Perry, Nancy (Joseph) Cappadonia of Castile, siblings: Bernice (Raymond) Burdick of Canaseraga, Gladys Price of Perry, Amy (Duke) Bowman of Wyoming, Melvin (Marcia) Niles of Perry , Marvin (Ann) Niles of Warsaw, Pearl (Joseph) Eliasz of New Egypt, NJ, In-laws: Peg (Louis) Germann of Cheektowaga, John (Bonnie) Cady of Ellicottville, Michael (Patricia) Cady of Elton, Dorothy Krucynski of East Aurora, Randy (Maryann) Cady of SC.,11 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Family and friends may call from 7-9pm on Friday August 28th and on Saturday August 29th from 9-11am at the Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main St. in Perry where services will follow at 11am. He will be laid to rest in Siloam Cemetery in Freedom.

Memorials may be made to the Castile Fire Department or any local Fire Department. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530.

Mary Agnes and her late husband, Warren G. Zinke, married on June 22, 1949 and they resided with their children in Attica. Mary Agnes was a lifelong member of St. Vincent de Paul church and was active in many organizations in the parish, and served on the Bishop’s Committee for over 48 years and taught religion class for 20 years. Mary’s work career included positions with Feed and Grain Brokers in Buffalo for fourteen years, Rand McNally, Hardie Insurance Company and Welcome Wagon. While her children were young, she particularly enjoyed her role as Welcome Wagon Representative serving the community of Attica.    

She is survived by her children, Robert (Elaine) Zinke of Waynesville, NC; Ann (Keith) Almeter of Attica; Mary Lou (Jack) Kellner of Attica; John (Holly) Zinke of Stafford. Mary was blessed with twelve grandchildren, Eric Almeter, Sarah Almeter Spink, Alyson Almeter Romesser, Paul Zinke, Leah Zinke Woody, Rachel Zinke Fenner, Jenna Kellner Austell, Jill Kellner Seymour, Alyssa Zinke Almeter, Adam Zinke, Andrea Zinke and 15 great-grandchildren, along with many loving nieces, nephews and dear friends.

There will be no prior calling hours. A 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday September 1, 2015 at Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish 50 East Ave. Attica, NY 14011. She will be laid to rest in St. Vincent’s Cemetery.                                                                                                                                             

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the church or donor’s choice. 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.

LeRoy ~ Kenneth R. "Kenny" Stein, age 55, of Oatka Trail, went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly, while on his farm, on Friday, August 21, 2015.

     Kenny will be remembered as a very loving and compassionate man, who cherished his wife and family, and adored his grandchildren.  He was truly dedicated to his faith and loved Jesus with all his heart.  He had a strong work ethic and loved his work on the family farm.  Kenny always had a smile and kind words for all.

     In addition to his mom and stepdad, Jane (Frank) Stein-Pierce, Kenny is survived by his best friend and love of his life, Kathleen Greenwood Stein; daughter, KellyRose (Ben) Nichols of LeRoy and son, Elijah Stein of LeRoy; grandchildren, Kenzie (named after her grandpa, Kenny) and Eliza Nichols; his brothers, Mark (Marge) Stein of GA and their children, Krista and Willie; Dale (Lily) Stein of LeRoy and their children, Nate and Casey; Ray (Shelley) Stein of LeRoy and their children, Tasha and Jerrod; John (Beth) Stein of GA and their children, Julia, Jillian and Bethany; along with many great-nieces, great-nephews and dear friends.  Kenny was predeceased by his dad, Louis "Bud" Stein.

     Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life Service for Kenny on Tuesday at 10:00 A.M. at the Calvary Baptist Church, 8703 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Calvary Baptist Church.

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

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

Kirk was a 1967 graduate of Haverling High School, Corning Community College and graduated with his Masters degree from SUNY Geneseo. He worked as a salesman for 39 years at Rochester Optical, and was currently the Priest at the Holy Apostles Episcopal Church in Perry for 5 years.
He was a member of the Perry Area Ministers Association in Perry, and a former member of the Perry Kiwanis Club. He enjoyed gardening, reading, he was the master at the grill, loved his cats, he loved science fiction whether it be on TV or in a book, an avid history buff, especially in the Civil War and World War I and II. He and his wife enjoyed do –it-yourself projects in remodeling their home.

He is survived by his wife: Anne E. (Nye) Katner whom he married on June 20, 1970, a daughter: Cheri Katner of Orlando, Fl., son Todd Katner of Warsaw, grandson: Dylan Katner of Port St. Lucie, Fl., sister: Karen (Dave) Sorensen of Horseheads, brother: Kris (Lisa) Katner of Abilene, Tx., sister-in-law: Carol Grossman of Andover, 2 brothers-in-law: Bruce (Sheilagh) Nye of Myrtle Beach, S.C, and Lyle (Nancy) Nye of Machias, along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Family and friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Sunday August 23rd at the Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main St. in Perry.  A Memorial Service will be held on Monday August 24, 2015 at 11:00am at the First United Methodist Church 35 Covington St. Perry.

Memorials may be made to the Holy Apostles Episcopal Church 88 S. Main St. Perry, New York 14530 or to the American Cancer Society P.O. Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or visit www.cancer.org. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530.

Mrs. Hall was born November 13, 1929 in Alexander, a daughter of the late Elmer and Marian (Hammond) Foster.  Her father’s homestead is the first stop on the Genesee County Museum tour.

Dorothy graduated from Alexander High School as Valedictorian of the class of 1947.  She was a lifelong member of the First Baptist Church of Batavia and it was there that she developed her love of music.  She was a member of the choir at church and at the Florida Camp Inn in Davenport, Fla. 

She participated in talent shows as a soloist and in groups at her camp and other campgrounds in Fla.

Mrs. Hall was very proud of her garden and gardening skills.  Her gardens were a great pleasure for her and others.  She was proud to have been able to continue to nurture flowering plants that were her mother's and then pass them along to her children. 

Dorothy was also an accomplished artist; a talent and love for which she rediscovered later in life.  When her children got married she was proud to gift them an original piece of art. 

She is the wife of the late William D. Hall who passed away in 2008.

Dorothy is survived by her children, Wende (Sidney Richard) London of Batavia, Ronald (Shellye Dale) Hall of Elba, and Scott (late Judith) Hall of Batavia; grandchildren, Melanee London of Oakfield, Shayna Hall of Ann Arbor, MI, Bradley Hall of San Francisco, CA, David (Ashley) Hall of Batavia, and Philip Hall of Batavia; great-grandchildren, Cooper Hull, Matthew Harris, and Elizabeth Harris; brothers, Richard Foster of Alexander, and Deane (Ann) Foster of Darien.  A grandson-in-law, Jason Harris of Howell, MI also survives.

She is preceded in death by a granddaughter, Amy Harris; a brother, Donald Foster; and a sister, Betty (late Robert) Hampton.

There will be no prior visitation.  Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service on Sunday (August 23, 2015) at 1:00 p.m. at the Grand View Cemetery, Clinton Street Road, Batavia.  The family requests memorial contributions be made in Dorothy’s memory to the First Baptist Church of Batavia, 306 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020.  Flowers are gratefully declined. 

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 of Batavia.

LeRoy ~ Dennis L. Covey, age 62, of Linwood Road, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, August 18, 2015.

     Dennis will be remembered as a very loving family man, who just adored his children and grandchildren.  He loved all aspects of nature, especially fishing, and bird watching. He also was a diehard NY Yankees and Denver Broncos fan.  He had a passion for the "small town atmosphere" of where he lived and grew up and was very proud of being an alum of the Caledonia-Mumford Red Raiders.

     He is survived by his loving fiancée, Patricia Canfield of LeRoy; his children, Major Carlton James Covey, M.D. with the U.S. Air Force, Bethesda, MD, Julie Ann Covey of Caledonia and Vicki (Tim) McArdle of Caledonia; step-children, Jamie (Chris DiRienzo) Canfield of Ithaca and Kyle (Melanie Issa) Canfield of LeRoy; grandchildren, Liam, Avalyn, Keegan and "Baby"  McArdle and Ronan DiRienzo; siblings, Sylvia (Ronnie) Rothrock of Caledonia, Harold Eugene (Pat) Covey of Caledonia, Sonia (Jim) Appleton of Caledonia and Linda Covey of Frewsburg, NY; along with many nieces, nephews, dear friends and his beloved cat, Sam.

     There will be no prior visitation and services will be private at the family's convenience.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Cornell Lab of Ornithology – 159 Sapsucker Woods Rd. Ithaca, NY 14850.

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

     Mr. Covey and his family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. in LeRoy.  585-768-2400

SUSAN LEISER

   Age 63, of Batavia, died peacefully Saturday morning August 15, 2015 at the Genesee County Nursing Home. She was born October 28, 1951 in Albany, a daughter of the late Edward and Annabelle Bailey.

   Sue was a former prison guard and worked as a driver for the B-Line. She enjoyed music jamboree's, motorcycles, camping and was an avid doll collector.

   She is survived by her companion, Leonard Wawrzyniak of Batavia and her dear friends, Kathy and Craig.

   Please join in celebrating Sue's life at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday August 23, 2015 at the UMTOO Walk in Mission at 317 Ellicott Street Batavia, New York 14020. Memorials in her memory can be made to "Healing Broken Hearts Together" at the mission.

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

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

Susan worked as a Graphic Artist. She was a former member of the Cowlesville Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary as it was near and dear to her heart.

She is survived by her niece Heather Knapp of Newark along with children Shea and Alec Matz.

There will be no prior calling hours. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. She will be laid to rest in Cowlesville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Cowlesville Fire Company 361 Clinton St. Cowlesville, NY 14037. 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.

She is survived by parents: Aimee Allard of Perry, Ricky Patterson of Lockport, 4 sisters: Marissa (Joshua Dovolos) Allard of Perry, Anasia Patterson of Perry, Kiana Patterson of Perry, Nevaeh Merritt of Perry, brother: Ian Rodrigues of Perry, maternal grandparents: Jerald and Beverly Allard of Perry, Maternal great grandparents Elmer and Bette Allard of Freedom 3 aunts: Tina (Jeffrey) Aaron of Perry, Earlene Patterson of Delray, Fl., Gearlean (Fred) Taylor of Lockport, 3 uncles: John Patterson of Fl., Charles Patterson of Boynton Beach, Fl., and Jeremy (Linda Scott) Allard of Perry, along with many great Aunts, Uncles and cousins.

Family and friends may call from 6-8pm on Thursday August 20, 2015 and 2-4pm on Friday August 21st at the Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main St. in Perry where services will immediately follow at 4pm.

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

Honeoye - August 17, 2015 at age 89 years. Predeceased by her first husband Elmer Distler and her siblings. Survived by her husband of 31 years, Jim Dorr of Honeoye. Also survived by many nieces & nephews, extended family, and many friends.
Dorothy was a retiree of Laminex in Honeoye, was a long time member of the Honeoye Fish & Game, and was a 50 year member of the Honeoye-Hemlock American Legion Auxiliary.
Friends may call on Thursday, August 20th, from 11am-1pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 8624 Main Street, Rte 20A, Honeoye, where services will follow calling at 1pm. Rev. John Karle will be the celebrant. Burial Lakeview Cemetery, Honeoye. Memorial contributions may be made to the Richmond Fire Dept. & Ambulance, PO Box 469, Honeoye, NY 14471. To send a condolence and for further information please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Batavia - Nancy Marshall Barton of Batavia, 88, retired dental hygienist for Dr. Russell Marchese, D.D.S., Batavia, passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2015 at United Memorial Medical Center.

Mrs. Barton was born in Kenmore, New York, the daughter of the late Robert and Violet Garlock Marshall.

Nan loved gardening and birdwatching. She found joy in her friendships and caring for others; she loved life. 

Nan will be remembered and loved by her family as being the most thoughtful, thankful person they knew. Her positive attitude and the courage she demonstrated through any situation in life made her an exemplary role model for her family. She deeply loved her children, grandchildren, and great grand-children.

Nan's family would like to thank the wonderful, caring staff at The Manor House for the loving care they gave to their mother and grandmother. She made a lovely home for herself there, and cherished her friends.

Her beloved husband, Charles W. Barton, passed away on May 8, 2008.

She is survived by her children, David (Marianne) Barton of Las Vegas, Nevada; Pamela Barton of Coronado, California; Susan Dunlap (Jeffrey) of Greensburg, Pennsylvania; William (Mary Kay) Barton of Silver Lake, New York; eight grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

She is the mother of the late Robert Barton.

Friends may call on Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia. A service to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. at East Shelby Community Bible Church, 5278 East Shelby Road, Medina.  She will be laid to rest in a private ceremony at Grand View Cemetery, Batavia. Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.