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David L. "Dirty" McCurdy

By T.J. Woodward

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  David L. “Dirty” McCurdy, 76, of Batavia passed in peace on January 22, 2019 at Unity Hospital with his children and loving wife of 49 years by his side. He was born on December 24, 1942 in Batavia to the late George and Gladys (Weed) McCurdy. In addition to his parents, Dave is predeceased by his brother; Douglas McCurdy.  

Dave was a veteran of the Air Force who loved golfing, the Buffalo Bills, and a good Manhattan. We will miss his quick humor and wit. 

He is survived by his wife; Elizabeth (Merry) McCurdy of Batavia; children Katherine (Thomas) Willette of Penfield and John (Laura) McCurdy of Webster; sisters Gloria Olmsted of Buffalo and Dorothy Spear of Glenfield, NY; sister-in-law Patty McCurdy of Cato, NY; grandchildren Clare, Emma, Audrey, Ian and Aren, along with many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. All are invited to attend a 12:00PM Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday January 26, 2019 at Resurrection Parish, 18 Ellicott St. Batavia, NY 14020. Dave will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia.   

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pulmonary Fibrosis Research @ U of R c/o Dr. Matthew Kottmann 601 Elmwood Ave. Rochester, NY 14642. 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.

Donald H. Zich

By Billie Owens

By Tim Bojarski for Batavia Downs

Donald H. Zich, 76, of Akron, New York died on January 22, 2019, at the Gates Vascular Center in Buffalo, New York. 

Born on September 19, 1942, Mr. Zich was introduced to harness racing at a very early age as his uncle Herb Schweitzer raced a stable of horses at Vernon Downs. After working with his uncle and learning the business during the summer while still in school, he entered the military after graduation and served his country during the Vietnam conflict. Upon his honorable discharge, Mr. Zich went right back to the track and started his lifelong participation in the sport he loved. 

During his active years of training and driving at Batavia Downs and Buffalo Raceway, Mr. Zich oversaw his own stable while also catch driving for many years. Horses he steered and conditioned included Tarzan Direct, Gypsy Zipper, Southcote Irish, Gemarillo, Win Jon, Laredo LST, Columbia Stone, Surginski, Hatchet Almahurst, Dovers Dolittle, Quality Wins, Fan Can Do, Flower Time, Two Smart, Cosmic Jolt and his pride and joy Fanny’s Filly, who he guided into being the Trotter of the Year in western New York in 1982. 

Mr. Zich was also a 30-year employee of General Motors at the Buffalo Engine Plant where he earned an associate’s degree as a skilled tradesman and worked as a tinsmith. 

In his spare time Mr. Zich was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved to spend time with his family. He was a friend to everyone at the track and he will certainly be missed by all those who knew him. 

Don Zich was the beloved husband of Elizabeth P. (nee Ralston) Zich for 53-years; devoted father of Tina M. (Timothy L.) Bojarski, Deborah A. (Darrin M.) Monti and Donald Zich; cherished grandfather of Dana, Lauren, Andrew, Donnie and Taylor; loving son of the late Fred and Mildred Zich; dear step-brother of Beverly; and is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins.   

Relatives and friends may visit the Lombardo Funeral Home (Northtowns Chapel), 855 Niagara Falls Boulevard, near Eggert Road and Sheridan Drive on Thursday (Jan. 24) from 4-8 p.m. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at Holy Spirit Church, 85 Dakota Ave., Buffalo, New York, on Friday morning (Jan. 25) at 11:15 a.m. Online condolences are at www.lombardofuneralhome.com.

Mrs. Pauline L. Hamilton

By Joshua Smith

Batavia - Pauline L. Hamilton, age 86, of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 21, 2019 at Crossroads House.

Mrs. Hamilton was born November 18, 1932 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Anthony and Florence Puccio Ficarella.

A member of Resurrection Parish, Mrs. Hamilton was an account clerk at Western New York OTB in Batavia for 18 years.  She enjoyed crafts, flowers and crocheted many afghans for her family.

Her husband, Frederick B. Hamilton, Sr. passed away on December 12, 2003.

Survivors include three sons, Frederick B. Jr. (Cindy) Hamilton and Michael Hamilton both of Batavia and Phillip (Chris Kennedy) Hamilton of Warsaw; two daughters, Deborah (Mike) Deni of Batavia and Paula (Norman) Ernst of Ohio; 16 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. 

She is the mother of the late Kathleen and Christal Hamilton; grandmother of the late Peter J. Scalia and sister of the late Al, Sr., Frank, Sam and Charles Ficarella, Mary Barone, Rose Schiavi and Florence DeFreze.

Friends may call on Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.  at the Bohm-Calarco-Smith Funeral Home, 308 East Main Street, Batavia.  Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, 18 Ellicott Street, Batavia.  Entombment will be in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis, ATTN: Director of Annual Giving, P.O. Box 016960 (R48), Miami, Florida 33101. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Pauline’s memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Robert E. "Bob" Kelsey

By T.J. Woodward

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Robert “Bob” E. Kelsey, 83, of Alexander, NY passed away on January 16, 2019. He was born in Batavia, NY on March 4, 1935 to the late Erle and the late Fannie (Williams) Kelsey. He was predeceased by his siblings, Hazel Miller, Daniel Kelsey, Deforest William “Bill” Kelsey.

Bob had a love for anything outdoors. He loved Hunting, fishing, boating, 4 wheeling and spending time at Kelsey’s Pond with his family. He was on the Tuesday night bowling league , was a lifetime member of the VFW in Alexander, lifetime member of the Alexander Fire Department, a member of the Masonic Temple, and he was a member of the Town Board of Alexander. When you wanted to find Bob, he would be in his “office” in the garage. Bob will be extremely missed by his family, friends, and anyone that knew him. Camp Kelsey will never be the same!

Bob is survived by his loving wife of 40 years; Margaret ( Pautler); his children Calvin (Meri) Kelsey, Lynne (Jeffrey) George, Robert W. Kelsey, Kerry (Michelle) Kelsey, Cindy M. (Mark Saunders) Reiner, Cheryl L. (Craig) Beebe, Christine L. (Jay) Bradley, and Carla J. Fugle; brother, Gordon (Gayleen) Kelsey; 14 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held from 11:00AM – 2:00PM on Saturday, January 26, 2019 at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main Street Attica, New York 14011. A Funeral Service will immediately follow visitation at 2:00PM at the Funeral Home.

For more information, please call (585) 591-1212 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.marleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main St., Attica, NY 14011

Mary Lucy Swingle

By Joshua Smith

BATAVIA - Mary Lucy Swingle, 89, of Batavia, passed away Saturday, January 19, 2019, at United Memorial Medical Center.

Mary was born August 20, 1929, in Batavia, the daughter of the late Louis C. and Leora Ann (Schultz) Warren.

She was a Sales Clerk for JC Penney's in Batavia, and member of the 1st Baptist Church.  She was the Chairman of the Tenant's Relations Committee for Birchwood Village for many years. 

Survivors include a son, Deacon Fredrick G. (Guadalupe) Swingle of Chula Vista CA; a daughter, Laurie (Sidney) Bennett of Batavia; 6 grandchildren, Valerie (John) Schlaggel of FL, Jonathan Bennett of North Tonawanda, Mary Beth (Derek) Robinson of Alden, Fredrick G. (Marjorie) Swingle, IV, and Michael A. Swingle; 4 great-grandchildren, Maxwell Schlaggel, Samantha Schlaggel, Fredrick G. Swingle V and Madelyn Swingle; and a sisters-in-law, Laura Warren of Cheektowaga and Norma Swingle of PA.         

She was predeceased by her brothers, Augustus C. Warren, Donald L. Warren and Leonard Warren.

Friends may call from 1 - 4 pm on Friday at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 E. Main St. in Batavia where funeral service will immediately follow at 4 pm. with Pastor Galen Purpura officiating.   Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

 

Dorothy Jean Russell

By Joshua Smith

BERGEN - Dorothy Jean Russell, 84, of Bergen, passed away Monday, January 21, 2019, at her home in Bergen.

Dorothy was born March 9, 1934, in Malone, NY, the daughter of the late Roy and Addie Grimshaw.

She was a baker at Gregory's Bakery in Bergen and had worked at the True Stitch Factory in Malone.  She had a large collection of cook books and was a member of the Ladies of Charity as well as a Cub Scout Den Mother and a 4H Leader.  She enjoyed ceramics and was active in bowling leagues at Mancuso's Lanes and at the Rose Garden Bowl.  She loved being home and taking care of her family.

Survivors include her husband of 65 years, Donald Patrick Russell, whom she married August 29, 1953; 4 children, Jeff (Brad Miller) Russell, Mary K. (Russell) Schramm and Tim Russell all of Bergen and Mike (Wendy) Russell of Byron; 7 grandchildren, Ronald H. Schramm, Jr. of Bergen, Stacy (Gerry) Russell Lane of Greece, Shannon (Dan Dutton) Russell of Batavia, Page Russell of Bergen, Rebecca (Haley) Ritchie, Michele (Jerid) Wilcox, and Sarah Ritchie all of Utah; 4 great-grandchildren, Ethan Schramm and Logan Schramm both of Webster and Wesley Wilcox and Reese Wilcox.  She was also survived by her extended family of several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, and a lot of loving friends.

She was Predeceased by her brother the late Bobby Grimshaw and her late son-in-law, Ronald H. Schramm, Sr.

There will be no visitation. Funeral service and burial at Mt. Rest Cemetery will be held at the convenience of the family.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in Dorothy's memory may be made to American Diabetes Association, 4955 N. Bailey Ave, #217, Amherst, NY 14226 as well as the American Heart Association of WNY, 5488 Sheridan Drive #300, Williamsville, NY 14231.  Mrs. Russell has been entrusted into the care of H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 51 S. Lake St., Bergen, NY. 

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

Dorothy E. Schoenbeck

By Lisa Ace

Dorothy E. Schoenbeck, 83, of Crittenden, passed away peacefully, Sunday, January 20, 2019 at Orchard Manor, Medina, NY.

Dorothy was born May 8, 1935 in Medina, a daughter of the late Archie and Dorothy Hartway Ames. She was the wife of the late Richard F. Schoenbeck and mother of the late Richard F. Schoenbeck, Jr. Predeceased by her sister, Elaine Ames and brothers, Archie and Berl Ames.

Dorothy was a lifelong homemaker who loved to knit and crochet and was a devote Christian. She loved and adored her cats.

Surviving are her children; John (Carol) Schoenbeck, Donald (Lynda) Schoenbeck and Ellen (Douglas) Riccobono. She is also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren; her sisters, Kathy Foss and Eileen (Lester) Wickham and many nieces and nephews.

Friends may call Thursday, January 24, 2019 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main Street, Corfu, NY. Funeral services will be held Friday, January 25, 2019 at 11 a.m at the mortuary. Burial will be in Evergreen Hill Cemetery, Corfu.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Orchard Manor, 600 Bates Rd., Medina, NY 14103 or Hospice of Orleans County, 14080 Rte. 31 West PO Box 489, Albion, NY 14411.

Nicolina M. Maniace

By T.J. Woodward

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  Nicolina M. Maniace, 84 of Batavia, passed away on Sunday January 20, 2019 at New York State Veterans Home @ Batavia. She was born on June 9, 1934 in East Bethany to the late John (Natalina Perciballi) Cervoni. Mrs. Maniace is preceded in death by her beloved husband Samuel J. Maniace (1992), grandsons Stephen and Douglas Smith Jr.; great-grandson Landon Smith; a brother John Cervoni; sisters Rosie Ianni and Christina Orlando.

Mrs. Maniace worked for many years at Melton Shirt Factory and Jackson School. She was a long time member of the Notre Dame Prayer Group. Nicolina loved playing bingo and above all else enjoyed spending time with her family who was everything to her.

She is survived by her children David (Susan) Maniace, Valerie (Douglas) Smith both of Batavia; siblings Al Cervoni of AZ; Vincent (Janice) Cervoni of Batavia; Yolanda McCowen of Batavia; Dorothy (Earl) Schlaggel of Batavia; Ann (Charles) Bordinaro of Oakfield; grandchildren Scott (Missy) Smith, Eric (Kim) Smith, Kyle, Olivia Maniace; great-grandchildren Dominic, Annabella, Adriana Smith; along with many nieces and nephews.   

Friends are invited to call on Wednesday January 23, 2019 from 4:00-8:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. A 12:00PM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday January 24th at Resurrection Parish, 18 Ellicott St., Batavia, NY 14020. Mrs. Maniace will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Batavia.   

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cystic Fibrosis Family Connections, PO Box 93328, Rochester, NY 14692 or the NYS Vets Home Activity Fund 220 Richmond Ave. in Batavia. 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.

 

James D. Slocum

By T.J. Woodward

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  James Douglas Slocum, 53, of Attica passed away on January 15, 2019. He was born on April 4, 1965 in Batavia, NY to the late Dale and Natalie (Seuss) Slocum.

James was a laborer with the Village of Attica before a tragic accident left him paralyzed at the tender age of 20 years old. James fought a courageous battle for 33 years.  James was predeceased by his father, Dale, his twin brother, Timothy Daniel, and brother, Michael Patrick.

He is survived by his mother, Natalie, his sister, Dee Bishop; brothers, Dale Slocum, Jr and William Slocum; aunts, Dawn Connelly and Ardyth Van Valkenburg; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Calling hours will be held from 3 pm – 7 pm, Friday, January 25, 2019 at the Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main St, Attica, NY 14011. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday,  January 26, 2019 St Luke’s Episcopal Church, 30 Favor St, Attica, NY 14011.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Attica Fire Rescue Squad, 11 Water St, Attica, NY 14011 or St Luke’s Episcopal Church, 30 Favor St, Attica, NY 14011 in James’ honor. 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.

Patricia Ann (nee Langford) Coleman

By Lisa Ace


Patricia Ann (nee Langford) Coleman, 77, of Corfu, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 18, 2019. 

Beloved wife of the late Merle A. Coleman, Sr.; loving mother of Peter (Roxanne) Coleman and Allen (Heather Bentson) Coleman; cherished grandmother of Kyle Coleman and Enrique Coleman; also survived by nieces Cindy and Michelle and nephew Paul.  
Pat was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Betsy Ross-Levant Chapter.  

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 24, 2019 at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main Street, Corfu, New York 14036.  In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Corfu Free Public Library, 7 Maple Avenue, Corfu, NY 14036 and/or American Heart Association, donatenow.heart.org

Ralph Luther Bates Jr.

By Lisa Ace

Ralph L. Bates Jr., 89, of Corfu, passed away Thursday, January 17, 2019 at United Memorial Medical Center.

Ralph was born June 4, 1929 in Waterbury, CT, to the late Ralph L. Bates Sr. and Helen (Welton) Bates. He was predeceased by his sister Florence Christian and nephew Peter Christian.

In 1948 he was on a 3 man relay swim team which set a national high school record for 300 yard relay time of 3:07.8. 

Mr. Bates graduated from Trinity-Pawling Prep. School and attended Hobart College. He served with the United States Army in Korea from 1952 - 1954. Mr. Bates worked for International Paper Company and was a customer service manager at F. N. Burt Company, retiring in 1992.

He coached little league baseball for several years and was an assistant coach for the Ramparts hockey team. Mr. Bates was a longtime member of the Corfu United Presbyterian Church, serving as an Elder and was a member of the Men’s group. He was a member of the Darien Senior Citizens and an escort volunteer at the VA Hospital.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Jo (Gerbracht) Bates, daughter Marcia Bates, son Ralph L. Bates III and nephew Mathew Christian.

Friends may call Monday, January 21 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., 4 East Main Street, Corfu. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 22 at 11 a.m. at the mortuary. Burial will be in Evergreen Hill Cemetery, Corfu.

In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to the Corfu United Presbyterian Church, PO Box 159, Corfu, NY 14036. Arrangements were made by C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc., Corfu.

Shirley A. Schildwaster

By Billie Owens

Shirley A. Schildwaster, 86, formerly of Batavia, passed away on Monday, January 14, 2019, at her home in DeBary, Fla., while under Hospice Care.

Born in Rochester, NY, on June 29, 1932, she was the daughter of the late George and Margaret Short Rider. She was the beloved wife of Neil L. Schildwaster, to whom she was married for over 64 years; beloved mother of the late David J. Schildwaster, of Middletown, Conn.; Mark (Sandy) Schildwaster, of Batavia, NY; and Dawn (Ted) McIntosh Oglesby, of DeBary, Fla. Shirley had eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Carol Ryan, of Rochester, NY; a daughter-in-law, Mary Ellen Schildwaster, of Middletown, Conn.; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her brother, Donald Rider, of Canandaigua, NY.

Shirley was a graduate of Our Lady of Mercy High School in Rochester, and St. Jerome School of Nursing in Batavia, Class of 1953. She was a Registered Nurse for over 30 years, having first worked for Dr. Tooker, and then at St. Jerome Hospital, during which time she was also a part-time instructor of Geriatric Nursing at McCauley Hall. For many years, she was the head nurse on the third floor of Genesee Memorial Hospital in Batavia until she retired.

Shirley's faith was very important to her. She was a member of Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph's site) and its Women's Sodality. She was a member of the St. Jerome Guild. Shirley enjoyed collecting antiques, reading, and playing bridge and pinochle with family and friends. Her greatest joy was her family. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Shirley enjoyed winters in Florida for many years, until her health caused her to move there with her husband in December 2017, to be close to her loving daughter, Dawn, and her family.

A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2019 at Riverwalk Church of Sanford, 801 W. 22nd St., Sanford, Fla. A Committal Service will be held at St. Joseph's Mausoleum in Batavia, where she will be entombed.

Those desiring may make memorial contributions in Shirley's name to St. Joseph's School, 2 Summit St., Batavia, NY 14020 or Notre Dame High School, 73 Union St., Batavia, NY 14020.

Richard V. Babula

By T.J. Woodward

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Richard V. Babula, 89, of Varysburg passed away on January 14, 2019 at home. He was born on October 15, 1929 to the late John and the late Mary (Zajac) Babula in Buffalo, NY. Richard was predeceased by his first wife, Emily (Maciejewski) Babula.

Richard was a laborer with the New York Central Railroad in Buffalo before joining the United States Coast Guard in 1948. He then went on to become a Canine Police Officer with the Buffalo Police Department. Richard retired from the Buffalo Police in 1988.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Patricia (Wawrzyniak); his children, Richard J. Babula, Marie Socha, Catherine (John) Schwab, Donna (Edmond) Skoczylas, Patrick (Patricia) Buczek, John (Theresa) Buczek, Audrey (Glenn) Pelczynski, Judith (Robert) Olejniczak, and Marcia (Frank) Thompson; sister, Bernice Szymkowiak; 16 grandchildren ; 4 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held on Wednesday January 16, 2019 from 4 - 7 P.M. at Marley Funeral Home, LLC. 135 Main St, Attica, NY 14011. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday the 17th at 11:00A.M. at St Joachim & Anne RC Church, Varysburg site, 2311 Attica Road, Varysburg, NY 14167. Burial will be in St Joseph’s Cemetery, Varysburg.

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.

Jeanette C. "GG" Moore

By T.J. Woodward

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  Jeanette C. “GG” Moore, 80, of Batavia was surrounded by her loving family when she entered the gates of heaven as church bells rang outside on January 14, 2019. She was born on July 26, 1938 in Batavia to the late Erwin “Curly” and Muriel (Jenkins) Chapell. In addition to her parents, GG is predeceased by her loving husband of over 49 years; Richard “Dick” Moore Sr. who passed away in 2005; sisters Nancy Dersam and Linda Chapell.

Jeanette was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Elba for over 67 years. She loved being with her husband and children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. GG enjoyed traveling and snow-birding in Florida with Dick, traveling around the country in their motorhome. She loved to paint and taking trips to the casino.

She is survived by her children; Valerie Moore of Elba, Susan (John) Given of Elba, Richard Moore Jr. of Batavia, Cindy Baird of Batavia; siblings Norma (late Oscar) Kessler of Batavia, Roger (Carol) Kirkpatrick of Rochester, Carolyn (late Dayton) Schultz of Batavia, Judy Chapell of Batavia; sister-in-law Mary Bowles of Perry Center; brother-in-law Larry Moore of Rochester; Grandchildren Amanda (Chris) Holley, Alicia (Marco) Piccirillo, Ezekiel (Amanda) Given, Lindsey (Dale) Frasier, Jessica Baird, Amie (Joe Fite) Baird and Richard Baird; great-grandchildren Logan Holley, MacKenzie Holley, Jackson Frasier and Jada Fite.

Family and friends are invited to call on Friday January 18, 2019 from 11:00AM-1:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 1:00PM Funeral Service will immediately follow visitation at the Funeral Home. GG will be laid to rest in Maple Lawn Cemetery in Elba.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Crossroads House www.crossroadshouse.com. 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.

 

Paul P. Waldmiller

By T.J. Woodward

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Paul P. Waldmiller, 80, of Attica, passed away peacefully at home on January 13, 2019. He was born in Buffalo, NY to the late Joseph and the late Dorothy (Reith) Waldmiller.

Paul was a Boilerman 3rd Class Petty Officer aboard the USS Wisconsin in the United States Navy from 1956-1958. He was a Machinist with Curtis Wright in Buffalo, Fabriton in Alden and retired from the Attica Correctional Facility in February of 2004.

Paul is survived by his wife of 58 years, Shirley (Booth); his three children, Paul Jr (Jorlyn) of Fort Meyers, Fl., Dawn (Patrick) Quinn of Attica, NY, and Christina (Sam) Tambe of Oakfield, NY; sisters, Carol of Oklahoma and Elaine of Brockton, NY ; 10 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

There will be no prior visitation. Funeral Services will be private.

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.

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