Obituaries

Aaron Galanti, age 50, of Batavia, passed away unexpectedly on December 26, 2024.

He was born on December 10, 1974 in Batavia, the son of Martin Galanti and Felicia Zaremski Cecere.

Spending time with his family and friends was important to him. He was an avid outdoorsman and sportsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. Growing up, Aaron played T-ball, Little League Baseball and softball. He was a Seattle Seahawks, Buffalo Sabres and NY Yankees fan and also enjoyed watching and attending NASCAR races.

Aaron was passionate about cooking, grilling and especially baking, making Placek at Easter time and pear pies every fall with his mother.

Aaron was an animal lover and had four dogs throughout his life. He was very kind, loving, generous and extremely loyal to family and friends. Quick with a smile and wise crack, Aaron always added fun and laughs to every occasion.

He enjoyed and took pride in his garage/man cave, where he gathered for good times, while his friends admired his memorabilia.

He was a dedicated employee of Batavia Downs for sixteen years occupying the position of Track Superintendent for the past four and a half.

Surviving is his father, Martin Galanti of Batavia, mother, Felicia (Tom) Cecere of Bergen, brothers, Marty (Melissa) Galanti II of Liverpool, NY and Mark (Dana) Galanti of Bayport, NY. stepbrother, Thomas (Sandy) Cecere, Nieces and nephews, Matthew, Gabriella, Brianna Galanti, all of Liverpool and Nicholas and Emma Galanti, both of Bayport, Taylor, Thomas, and Tori Cecere. He is also survived by many Aunts, Uncles and cousins. Also, lifelong friend, Doug Houseknecht. 

Family and friends are invited to calling hours on January 2, 2025 from 3:00 to 7:00pm at Bohm- Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia NY 14020. A Funeral Mass will be held on January 3, at 12pm at Ascension Parish, 19 Sumner St, Batavia, NY 14020. Burial will follow the Funeral Mass at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Genesee County Animal Shelter, 3841 W Main Street Batavia, NY 14020.

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

Katherine Rapp of Churchville, New York (December 28, 2024) Passed peacefully at her home in Churchville surrounded by her loving family and her mother at her side. Kathy fought a long and valiant battle with cancer.

She was born December 23, 1959, in Mount Clemens, Michigan, the eldest daughter of the late Francis August Angel. and Gayle (Tipper) Angel.

Prior to her retirement she had a long and successful career as an engineering manager in the space and defense sector that included a significant role in building and deploying the Chandra Space Telescope.

Kathy loved her vegetable garden and was active in church life serving as a sound and lighting technician as well as directing large musical productions. She was an integral part of The Salvation Army Angel Tree Christmas program.

Kathy will always be remembered as someone who was straight forward, well organized, hardworking and always compassionate. Kathy always made time for people. She saw value in everyone.

Surviving is her husband, Todd L. Rapp, children, Glenn Lewis Rapp (Rochester), Margaret C Whitbeck, Daughter in Law, Leah Knapton Rapp; grandson, Jonathan Francis Whitbeck, Mother Gayle Angel of Lakeland FL, siblings, Kevin (Anne) Angel of Melbourne FL, and Kendra (Elwin) Dobson of Houston TX.

She is predeceased by her father, Francis August Angel and her eldest brother Keith Angel.

Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, January 2, 2025, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. at Northgate Free Methodist Church, 8160 Bank Street Road, Batavia where Kathy's Funeral Service will immediately follow. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Yale, Michigan 10:30am, January 11th, 2025.

Kathy loved flowers and they would be welcome. Memorial contributions may also be made to The Salvation Army, 529 East Main Street, Batavia NY 14020.

Attica - Kathleen L. Morse, 80 of Attica passed away on December 24, 2024 at Rochester Community Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rochester.

Mrs. Morse was born September 9, 1944 in Elmira, a daughter of the late Hugh and Jesse (Brewer) McCall.

Kathy loved spending time with her family and friends. Through the years she enjoyed playing cards, bowling, golfing, gathering to watch the Bills, and  “secret trips” to the casino. The winter months were spent poolside reading or at the beach in Venice, Florida. Most importantly, she created a home with her husband that made everyone feel welcomed, fed, and oftentimes on a visit you parted with something, whether it be an old treasure, a new find, or a borrowed purse.  Her most treasured gift to all was her sense of humor.

Surviving is her husband of 60 years, Michael L. Morse of Attica; daughters, Jenny (Greg) Arnold of Medina, Kelly (Gregory) Schmieder of Alexander, and Molly (Gary) Schmieder of Attica; grandchildren, Matthew, Katarina (Ryan), Ryan (Jocelyn), Megan (Joe), Hans, and Kevin; sisters, Jeanne (James) Fleet of Venice, Florida, and Betsy (late Matt) Matusicky of Elmira.

Along with her parents, Kathleen is preceded in death by her brother, John McCall; and sister, Ellen Talbot.

A Celebration of Kathleen's Life will be held in the coming weeks and will be announced. Burial in Alexander Cemetery will be private. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to Stevens Memorial Library, 146 Main Street, Attica, New York 14011 or the local charity of the donor's choice.

Arrangements for Kathleen were entrusted to Marley Funeral Home, 135 Main Street in Attica. Online condolences at www.marleyfuneralhome.com.

LeRoy ~ Mary F. Gugino, age 95, of Wolcott Street, passed away Friday evening (Dec. 20, 2024) at home in the loving presence of her family.

     She was born February 5, 1929 at the family home in LeRoy, a daughter of the late Joseph and Lena Serusa Ferrara.    

 Mary was a 1947 graduate of LeRoy High School and a 1948 graduate of Eastman School of Dental Hygiene in Rochester, NY.  She worked for three local dentists, including her husband, Dr. Anthony J. Gugino Sr., before “retiring” to raise her children.

     Mary will be remembered as a woman of strong faith as well as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.  She was a past member of St. Joseph’s Church and current member of Our Lady of Mercy Parish.  She participated in the St. Joseph’s choir, the Bishop’s Committee and was a member of the Ladies of Charity.

     She will be sadly missed by her children, Anthony (Elizabeth) J. Gugino Jr. and Joan (James) Ellison; grandchildren, Matthew (Courtney) Gugino, David (Lisa) Ellison, Kristine (Christopher) Maher, Megan (Egor) Veselov and Paul Ellison; great-grandchildren, Ariana, Alexandra and Delilah Ellison; Emery, Cecily and Bailee Gugino; Walter, Leo and Daniela Maher; Luka and Mila Veselov; brother, Roxy (Josephine) Ferrara, along with many nieces and nephews.

     In addition to her parents, Mary was predeceased by her husband of 52 years, Dr. Anthony J. Gugino Sr. (2005); her sisters, Santa O’Geen and Jennie Rizzo; her brothers, Joseph Ferrara and Samuel Ferrara; brothers-in-law, Dominic O’Geen and Leonard Rizzo and sister-in-law, Lena Ferrara.

     Special thanks to Mary’s home health aides, Wendy, Peg, Stacey, Laura, Margie, Molly, Debbie and Lesa for their loving care and dedication.

     Family and friends may call on Sunday, January 5 from 3:00 – 5:00 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake St. Rd., LeRoy. Her Rite of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, January 6 at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter’s Church, 44 Lake Street, LeRoy.

     In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the LeRoy Ambulance Service, 1 Tountas Avenue, LeRoy, NY or The Milne Memorial Rotary Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 141, LeRoy, NY.

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

John D. “Jaws” Anderson, 71 of Alabama, NY passed away on December 24, 2024 at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. He was born May 5, 1953 in Johnstown, PA to the late Kenneth E. and Essie (Shetler) Anderson. He is preceded in death by a daughter Melissa Johnson.

John retired from GM in Tonawanda after many years and continued to work at Keeler Construction. He was an avid hunter that loved to be outdoors, camping and being with his family, especially his grandchildren. John was an “Unc” to everyone, always willing to lend a hand and had a special bond with his sister Belinda.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Terri (Wade) Anderson of Alabama, daughter, Michelle (Timothy) Battaglia of Batavia, grandchildren, Isabella and Jacob Battaglia, special great-nephew, Shaun Alexander, siblings, Ken (Joyce) Anderson, Gary (Darlene) Anderson both of Alabama, Belinda (Rick) Cox of East Bethany, Joyce (Wilburn) Archer of Ontario, Canada, Lisa (Dave) Laney of Alabama, along with many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. 

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 from 11am to 1pm at Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. A 1:00pm Celebration of his Life will immediately follow at the Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest in Alabama Cemetery in the spring.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital www.stjude.org. To leave an online message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. 

Charles R. O’Geen Jr, 75 of Batavia, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at United Memorial Medical Center. He was born November 16, 1949 to the late Charles R. and Lena (Rossi) O’Geen Sr. He is preceded in death by a sister, Angela McCall.

Charlie was a 1968 graduate of Leroy High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in management from the Rochester Institute of Technology in 1982. He also served in the U.S. Army and had two tours of duty in Vietnam in 1970 and 1971.

He met his loving and dedicated wife in April 1972 and celebrated 49 years of marriage this year. In that time, they built a beautiful family and a lifetime of memories.

Charlie worked at Lapp Insulator and PCORE Electric in Le Roy for 47 years.

Charlie was a dedicated member of the veteran community. He participated in many local parades, ceremonies, and as part of the local Joint Veteran Honor Guard detail.

Hockey was another passion of his. He was one of the founding members of the Batavia Men's Hockey League in 1979. He was an active player and coach in the league for over 40 years.

Charlie's hobbies included softball and fishing, especially with his wife and granddaughters.  He was a proud grandfather and loved attending his granddaughters’ concerts and sporting events. He also loved the Raiders and the Yankees, history, crime dramas, vacationing with his family in Florida and making friends pretty much anywhere he went.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Marianne (Wilkosz) O’Geen of Batavia, children, Carrie L. O’Geen of Tonawanda, Brian C. (Naomi) O’Geen of Alexander, sisters, Jeannie (Patti) O’Geen of Batavia, Susan (Robert) Cordaro of Las Vegas, NV, brother-in-law, Steve McCall of Rochester, 4 grandchildren, Alexis, Ava, Brianna and Alyssa, several nieces and nephews, along with many, many, many cousins.

In keeping with the family's wishes, there will be no calling hours. Please use this time to spend with your loved ones this holiday season. A true celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date. Friends are invited to a 9:15am Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at Resurrection Parish, 303 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. He will be laid to rest with Military Honor’s in Western New York National Cemetery, Corfu. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Charlie's name to the Wounded Warrior Project at support.woundedwarriorproject.org or to the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 193 at VVA Chapter #193, 29 North Main Street, Warsaw, NY 14569. To leave an online message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. 

Barbara J. Maskell, 90 of Batavia, passed away at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester on December 21. 2024. She was born May 10, 1934 in Batavia, to the late Gregson “John” and Helen (Putnam) Thompson. She is preceded in death by two brothers, William and Donald Thompson, grandson William A. Sheron III.

Mom was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church, Batavia. The church was very important to her. She liked reading, quilting, traveling, garage sales and doubling coupons. 

Her friends were very important to her; she kept in touch with them, talked with them on the phone and enjoyed playing cards with them. Mom’s family was most important to her. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and holiday dinners. 

She is survived by her beloved children, Curtis J. (Sylvia) Maskell, Karen M. Maskell, Scott R. Maskell, grandchildren, Marissa Sheron, Jeremy (Melissa) Maskell, Jennifer (Jacob) Maskell Hunt, Ian Dries, great-grandchild, Sedona Maskell. 

Friends are invited to call on Monday December 30, 2024 from 10-11:00AM at Gilmartin Funeral Home 333 West Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. An 11:00AM Celebration of her Life will immediately follow at the Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest in Maple Lawn Cemetery, Elba.  

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Baptist Church, 306 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. 

Gerald M. Wade “Jerry”, 84 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Monday (December 23, 2024) at his residence under the loving care of his family.

He was born May 1, 1940, a son of the late Myron and Eva Wade.

Jerry was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served his country from 1958-1961. He was an Accounting Clerk for the Sears Buffalo Credit Central prior to his retirement. He was a member of the Cornerstone Church and for many years served as the church historian. He was a fan of the Buffalo Bills and enjoyed participating in activities with fellow veterans.

Survivors include his children, Thomas (Noralba) Wade of Colorado, Christina Wade Jones of Texas and Ted (Heidi) Wade of Colorado. Grandchildren, Noah Wade, Justin Wade, Alexandra Jones, Victoria (Ryan) Jones and Jenna Grier. Sister, Lorraine Nettnin.

He was predeceased by his wives, Phyllis Wade and Edith Wade.

Family and friends may call on Monday (December 30^th) from 11am-1pm at the Cornerstone Church, 2583 Main St, East Pembroke, NY, where a funeral service and military honors will be held at 1pm. Burial will be North Pembroke Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donation may be made to a Veteran organization of your choice.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE C.B. BEACH & SON MORTUARY, INC., 4 MAIN STREET, CORFU, NY 14036.

LeRoy ~ Sharron F. Scott, age 85, of East Main Road, passed away Sunday evening (Dec. 22, 2024) at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.   

  She was born June 28, 1939 in Batavia, a daughter of the late William and Evelyn Rutherford Laney.

    Sharron will be remembered as a loving and caring person, who enjoyed camping and spending time with her family and friends.  She was also very devoted to her faith and a member of the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate through her church parish. 

     She is survived by her children, Linda (Charles) Metz of Leicester, Kenneth Scott of LeRoy, Lisa (Kevin) Schicker of York, Kevin (Jen) Scott of Leicester and Kelly Scott of LeRoy, along with many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

     In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Gene “Scotty” Scott; son, Keith Scott and granddaughter, Angela Chen.

     Family and friends may call on Sunday, Dec. 29 from 2 ~ 6 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake St. Rd., LeRoy.  Her Rite of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, Dec. 30 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, St. Peter’s Church, 44 Lake St., LeRoy.

     In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Sharron are suggested to Our Lady of Mercy Parish, 44 Lake St., LeRoy, NY 14482

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

Mary Holmes, daughter of the late Ernest and Matilda Jonathan passed peacefully in her sleep surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, December 22, 2024.

Mary loved camping, cooking and spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoyed shopping, garage sales, flea markets, local fairs, and traveling. She bonded with people from all over including her virtual friends with whom she enjoyed playing Scrabble and Words with Friends. Mary had a long list of things she had done over her work career. In her early days she worked as a beautician. Over the years she worked in several factory settings including Kodak, and for a time she even worked in home health care. She eventually retired from AC Delco. Mary will be missed dearly by all who knew her.

Mary is predeceased by her late husband Michael Holmes, son Dan Bosley, daughter Jodie Judd, grandson Darrell Black, and granddaughter Davina Black; and brother Kervin Jonathan.

Mary is survived by her children Burnet (Marlene) Black, Laureen Johnson, Karen Soccio, Dorinda (Bill) Foos, daughter-in-law Laura Murray; her grandchildren Jim Soccio, Joshua Dunham, Amanda (Jeff) Buchholz, McKenna Bosley, Natalie Bosley; great grand-children Nolan, Elianna, and Easton; her brother, Murphey (Grace) Jonathan, and many nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are invited to calling hours on Saturday, December 28, 2024 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, with a funeral service to follow at H.E Turner Funeral Home in Batavia NY. A funeral reception will be held at 1:00pm at Oakfield Community Bible Church. Private burial will be at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Crossroads House, 11 Liberty St., Batavia, NY 14020.

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

Elba - Paula J. Welch, 73, passed away on Monday (December 23, 2024) at her home in Elba under the care of her loving family.

Mrs. Welch was born May 22, 1951 in Buffalo, first born daughter of the late Paul V. Craine Jr. and Ruth M. (Hummel) Craine DeFields.

She was a long time employee of GCASA prior to her retirement and was a member of the Bergen Evangelical Presbyterian Church.

Surviving is her husband, Michael J.T. Welch; children, Eric Blachowicz, Scott Reding, and Andrea Reding; step-children, Matthew Welch, and Christopher Pike; grandchildren, Sophia Reding, Maverick, Max, and Arianna Blachowicz, Logan and Dominic Welch; siblings, Alan Craine, Margery Craig, Deborah Blizniak, Jeffrey Hummel, Randolph DeFields, Gregg O'Connor, and Beverly O'Connor.

Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, (December 28, 2024)  from 1 to 2:00 p.m. at Bergen Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 38 South Lake Avenue in Bergen where Paula's Funeral Service will immediately follow visitation at 2:00 p.m. Burial in Maple Lawn Cemetery in Elba will be private.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Samaritan's Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone, North Carolina 28607.  

Arrangements for Paula were entrusted to the care of H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home in Bergen. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Stafford ~ Barbara F. Mullen, age 87, of Sweetland Road, passed away Sunday morning (Dec. 22, 2024) at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.   

  She was born January 10, 1937 in LeRoy, a daughter of the late Ralph and Elsie Stevens Freeman. 

     Barbara will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who was devoted, dependable and faithful to her family.  Barbara’s patience was one of her best virtues in raising four active boys.  In her younger years, she would snowmobile and hunt with the boys as well.  She and her husband, Lester, travelled a lot in their camper for his work, before finally settling in Stafford, where she was a member of the Morganville United Church of Christ and was a life member of the Stafford Ladies Auxiliary.

     She will be sadly missed by her husband of 67 years, Lester Mullen; her sons, Kevin (Nancy) Mullen, Donald (Barbara) Mullen, Brian (Dawn) Mullen and David (Corrine Boyce) Mullen; 16 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Diane Freeman, along with many nieces and nephews.

     In addition to her parents, Barb was predeceased by her brothers, Donald and Raymond.

     Barb’s family wish to thank the staff of the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home for their compassionate care during her stay.

     Services will be private at the convenience of the family.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Barbara are suggested to the Morganville United Church of Christ, 8466 Morganville Road, Stafford, N.Y. 14143.

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

David L. Eaton Sr., age 86, formerly of Batavia, passed away Saturday morning (Dec. 21, 2024) at the Wyoming County Skilled Nursing Facility in Warsaw.  

   He was born October 15, 1938 in Batavia, a son of the late Clinton Eugene and Laura Nette Crutchfield Eaton.

     David was known for his love of socializing, whether he was at the Polish Falcons Club in Batavia or the LeRoy Moose Family Center, where he was a lifetime member.  He also enjoyed playing golf and bowling.

     He is survived by his daughters, Brenda (Jay) Osborn, Beth Eaton and Susan (Art) Logsdon; stepson, Vern (Barb) Brooks; grandchildren, Cody Osborn, Chase Osborn, Brenna Osborn, Mario Ramirez, Marco Ramirez, Justin Logsdon, Jacob Logsdon, Kara (Eaton) Zavitz, Breanna Eaton and Jesse Eaton; 17 great-grandchildren, along with his dear friend, Pete Bordner.

     In addition to his parents, David was predeceased by his son, David Eaton Jr. and great-grandson, Calvin Johnston.

     There will be no prior visitation or services.

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

Rosemary Carrubba, 97 of Batavia, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024 Gateway Home in Attica. She was born, July 3, 1927 in Batavia to the late Francis and Maria Orazia (Guggino) Vallone. Mrs. Carrubba is preceded in death by all of her siblings, Mary Vallone, Russell Vallone, Anthony Vallone, Josephine DiTillio, and Anne Carrubba. 

Rosemary began her nursing career at age 37 and continued her dedicated craft for over 40 years. She often worked two shifts in a day, one at the hospital and one at the Nursing Home. Mrs. Carrubba was a caretaker at heart, generous to a fault and would make friends with anyone she came across.

She was a very religious, devoted catholic, longtime member of St. Anthony’s RC Church, and would often barter with saints for a Buffalo Bills win. Rosemary was loved by all but none more than her family, she will be truly missed by anyone who knew her.   

She is survived by her beloved daughters, JoAnne (James) Braden of Franklin, TN, Bernadette (Richard Jr) Pcionek of Elba, nieces and nephews, Mary Grace (Steve) Blossom of LeRoy, Josette (Mike Taheri) Carrubba of Williamsville, Frances (Tom) Wigton of Batavia, Richard (Regina) Carrubba of Jacksonville, FL, JoMarie (Bill) McMullen of Batavia, Tina (Doug Scotchmer) Carrubba of Jamestown, Elizabeth Renz of Batavia, grandson Joseph (Beth) Braden, 4 great-grandchildren, William, Olivia Rose, Andrew and Samuel, Nana to Angela (John) DiRosa, Rhyse, Gianna and Seth, along with many loving great-nieces and great-nephews.

Friends are invited to a 10:30am Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at Sts. Joachim & Anne Parish, 50 East Ave, Attica, New York 14011. She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum, Batavia.

Flowers are gratefully declined, memorials may be made to Gateway Home, 91 Main St, Attica, NY 14011 or to St. Luke’s Mission of Mercy, PO Box 448, Buffalo, NY 14215. To leave an online message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. 

Suzanne M. Barniak, age 81of Bethany, NY passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on December 20, 2024. She was born in 1943 to the late Lloyd and Marie (Ditzel) White. 

She is survived by her loving husband of over 60 years, Joseph Barniak, son Kenneth Barniak, daughter Vicki (Philip Quatrano) Barniak, brother Lawrence (Peggy) White, and several nieces and nephews.

Suzanne was a 1962 graduate of Alfred State University and enjoyed cooking, baking, quilting and collecting antiques. She was known for her delicious pies and pickles.

Friends are invited to call on Monday December 23, 2024 from 4:00-7:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home 333 West Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. An 11:00AM Graveside Service will be held on Friday December 27^th at Reed Cemetery in Oakfield. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bethany Fire Dept. 10510 Bethany Center Rd, East Bethany, NY 14054. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020.