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Dawn "Loretta" Bauer

By T.J. Woodward

  Dawn “Loretta” Bauer, 90, of Batavia passed away peacefully on Sunday May 26, 2019 at Unity Hospital in Rochester.  She was born on June 14, 1928 in Batavia to the late Horace and Mary Catherine (McKenna) Waldron. In addition to her parents, Loretta is predeceased by her husband; Warren C. Bauer; son David Brooks; brothers Dennis, Patrick and Horace Waldron; sisters Winnie Cook and Mary Fawn Coughlin.  

Loretta worked for many years and retired from Rochester Products, General Motors in Rochester.  She was a past member of the Red Hatter’s. She loved cooking, crafting, gardening and flowers. Loretta enjoyed the outdoors, being at the lake and loved to swim. She had strong faith, and will forever be remembered as the first person to support her family and that she was an amazing mom that would help her family in any way she could.

She is survived by her children; Daniel (Ellen) Brooks of Elba, Donna Harmon of FL., and Delores “Dolly” Dyer of Batavia; siblings Joyce Harezga of Batavia, Benny Waldron of Darien, Christine Moore of GA., Jimmy Waldron of Utica, Margaret Gilcrest of FL.; 8 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Friday, May 31, 2019 from 4:00 – 7:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. A 9:30AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday June 1st at Resurrection Parish 18 Ellicott St. in Batavia.  She will be laid to rest in Forest Hill Cemetery in Attica.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Genesee Cancer Assistance 127 North St. in Batavia or the Genesee County SPCA http://www.vol4animals.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.

Stanley J. Weber

By Joshua Smith

Basom- Stanley J. Weber, 93, of Basom, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2019, at United Memorial Medical Center.

Stanley was born July 11, 1925, in Alabama, a son of the late John and Elvina (Habicust) Weber.

A veteran, Stanley served with the United States Army.  He was an electrician for the U.S. Gypsum in Oakfield.  Stanley was a member of the Alabama Volunteer Fire Department and the American Legion Post 626, where he served as past Commander and Sergeant-at-Arms.

Survivors include his wife, Anna L. Weber, of Basom; his children, Barbara (Michael) Strollo of Port St. Lucie, FL, Stanley (Kathleen) Weber, Jr. of LeRoy and Brian Weber of Industry, ME; a sister, Onolee Grower of Batavia; 15 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. 

Stanley is the father of the late Joanne Weber, Alan Weber and Diane Spinelli; grandfather of the late Christopher Weber and brother of the late Gladys Hebenstreit, Carl Weber, Margaret Meiser, Duane Weber, Marvin Weber, Lloyd Weber, Lawrence Weber and Shirlee Weber.        

Calling hours are Saturday (June 1st) from 10:00 a.m. to  11:00 a.m. at the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Ave., Oakfield, where services will be held on Saturday at 11:00 a.m.  Stanley will be laid to rest with full military honors in Cary Cemetery, Oakfield.

Memorials may be made to the American Legion Post 626 Auxiliary, 6554 Alleghany Road, Basom, NY 14013 or Oakfield Alabama Baptist Church, 2210 Judge Road, Oakfield, NY 14125. 

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

Jesse H. Slate

By T.J. Woodward

Jesse H. Slate, 89, of Attica, formerly of Branchport, passed away quietly at his daughter’s home in Alexander on May 23, 2019. He was born on July 27, 1929 in Madison Center, NY to the late Howard and Elsie A. (Martin) Slate. Jesse was preceded in death by his loving wife of 65 years, Patricia A. (Foster) Slate, his son, Timothy S. Slate, and by his brothers, James Slate and Dale Slate of Oriskany Falls.

A graduate of Aero Mechanic School in Detroit City, he worked as an airplane mechanic for several operation steming from Perry Warsaw and Genesee County airports before retiring from Seneca Flight Operations in Penn Yann in July of 1991. He served in the Korean War from 1950 to 1953 and was a member of the Penn Yann American Legion. He was also a member of the Alabama Full Gospel Church in Medina.

Jesse is survived by his children, Bonnie (Chuck) Meyers of Silver Springs, Shirley Slate of Batavia, Karl (Sue) Slate of Batavia, Hope (Edward) Knapp of Alexander, Kelly (Jim) Hilt of Scoccia, and Kori Slate of Canandaigua; siblings, Gloria Kingsbury of Malone, NY, Jane Slate of Solsville, NY, Joan (Albert) Edwards of Chittenango, NY, Leon Slate of Oriskany Falls, NY, and Mary Ellen (Mike) Haas of Tennesee. Along with several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and dear close friends, Mitzi Yauchzee of Wyoming and Mary Sessaman of Pembroke.

There will be no prior visitation. A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, June 2, 2019 at 1 PM at the Alabama Full Gospel Church, 5329 S. Gravel Rd., Medina, NY, 14103. Burial will be in Italy Hill Cemetery, Branchport, NY.

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, NY 14011.

Leonard Hryhorenko

By Joshua Smith

CHURCHVILLE - Leonard Hryhorenko, 72, of Churchville, passed away Friday, (May 24, 2019), at St. John's Nursing Home in Rochester.

Leonard was born October 11, 1946, in Ulm, Germany, a son of the late Viktor and Wladislawa (Didkowska) Hryhorenko.

He was an electrician at Eastman Kodak prior to his retirement.  He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, cooking, gardening, and doing his yard work.  

He is the husband of Marilyn (Andrews) Hryhorenko of Churchville.

Surviving along with his wife are his children, Jeffrey Hryhorenko of Churchville and Margaret "Peggy" (fiance James Evans) Rapp of Fairport; daughter-in-law, Jennifer Hryhorenko of Webster; grandchildren, Zenon, Alexander, Zoey, Connor, and Aedan; a brother, Eugene (Andrea) Hryhorenko of Rochester; sisters, Luba (Josip) Lepki of Webster, Nadia (Paul) Bobbo of Fla., and Tatiana (Gracijano) Mofardin of Lyndonville.

Leonard is predeceased by a son, John Hryhorenko and a granddaughter, Megan Rapp

Family and Friends may call from 2:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Friday at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 51 S. Lake Street in Bergen. A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday at the Riga Cemetery, 970 Churchville Riga Rd in Churchville with Teresa Werth officiating.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in Leonard's memory may be made to St. John's Home - Activities Fund, 150 Highland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620.

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

Mary Jane Previte (nee Chrzanowski)

By Joshua Smith

Mary Jane Previte (nee Chrzanowski), of Bluffton, SC, passed peacefully into enternal life of May 10, 2019.

Daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Brigman) Chrzanowski.  Beloved wife of 43 years to Robert.  Loving mother of sons Christopher (Paula), Jonathan, and Joshua (Nanette). Dear sister of Ronald (Anne) Chrzanowski and Gerald (Deborah) Chrzanowski.

Friends may call on Saturday (June 1, 2019) from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon at St. Joseph's Church, 303 East Main Street, Batavia, where Mary Jane's Memorial Mass will be held immediately following visitation. 

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

Local arrangements were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Batavia.

June R. Kurys

By Billie Owens
Darien Center -- June R. Kurys, 73, of Darien Center, passed away Sunday, May 26, 2019 after a 10-month lengthy illness.
 
June is survived by: her loving husband, Stanley Kurys; her devoted daughters, Marion (Walid) Ounis and Caroline (Wayne) Wawrzyniec; two grandchildren, Jacob and Clarise; and her brother, James (Patricia) Markovit.
 
Friends may call Wednesday, May 29 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary Inc., 4 E. Main Street, Corfu.
 
A Memorial Mass will be held Friday, May 31 at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 10677 Allegheny Road, Darien Center, NY. Burial will be in Our Lady of Good Counsel Cemetery.
 
Memorials  may be made to Genesee County Animal Shelter, 3841 W. Main Street Road, Batavia, NY 14020.

HELENA T. FORTUNATO

By Michael Tomaszewski

HELENA T. FORTUNATO ~ Age 103, of Batavia, passed away peacefully Saturday morning May 25, at her home with family at her side. Helena was born November 22, 1915 in Buffalo, NY to the late Walter and Veronica (Pastecki) Szczesny, also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph Fortunato in 1983; brothers, Joseph (late Antoinette “Tosh”) Szczesny, Walter (late Rose) Szczesny and sister, Monica (late Philip) Fiorella.

Affectionately known as “Cioci Helena” she was a longtime member of Ascension Parish (Sacred Heart) and its Altar & Rosary Society along with Polish Falcons, Falconettes and Batavia Business & Professional Women’s Club. Helena enjoyed knitting, reading and going to casinos.

Surviving is her loving sister, Veronica “Dolly” (late Nicholas) DiFilippo of Batavia along with several nieces, nephews, great nieces & nephews and great-great nieces & nephews.

The family will be present from 10-11:30a.m. on Wednesday May 29, 2019 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where prayers will be recited 11:30a.m. followed by a 12 Noon Mass of Christian Burial at Ascension Parish (Sacred Heart Site) celebrated by her nephew, Rev. Walter John Szczesny. She will be entombed with her late husband in the Monsignor Francis L. Schwartz Mausoleum in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. Memorials in her memory can be made to HomeCare & Hospice, Inc. 29 Liberty Street Suite #6 Batavia or Ascension Parish Altar & Rosary Society.

Please share words of comfort with Helena’s family at www.tomaszewskifh.com or for more information please call Michael at (585)343-7500.

THE FAMILY OF HELENA T. FORTUNATO IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020.

Michelle A. Condidorio

By LaVern Falcone

LeRoy ~ Michelle A. Condidorio, age 37, of South Street Road, passed away unexpectedly Friday morning, May 24, 2019.  Her struggles are over and she is now at peace.

    

She was born August 13, 1981 in Batavia, a daughter of Jeffrey and Donna Traxler Condidorio.

     Michelle will be remembered as a loving mom, daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin and friend.  She had a very generous, loving spirit and a contagious smile.

     She will be sadly missed by her mom and dad, Donna and Jeffrey; her beloved daughters, Ava and Ella; her sisters, Kristi (Tim) Judge and Kelsey Condidorio (Jared Resch); maternal grandmother, Joyce Traxler; paternal grandparents, Joseph and Florence Condidorio; aunts and uncles, Greg (Deb) Condidorio, Dar Condidorio, Joe Condidorio, Pat Condidorio, Doug (Rhonda) Condidorio, Mike Condidorio, Beth (Randy) Bartz, John (Sue Eckert) Condidorio, Tom (Charity) Condidorio, Dennis Traxler and Michael Traxler; her niece and nephew, Anna and Michael Judge, along with many cousins and dear friends.

     She was predeceased by her maternal grandfather, Clyde Traxler and her aunt, Cris Condidorio.

     Family and friends may call on Wednesday from 4 ~ 7 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy, where her Remembrance Service will be held on Thursday at 1:00 PM.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family to establish education funds for Ava and Ella.

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

     Ms. Condidorio and her family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. in LeRoy. 585-768-2400

Mrs. Joyce M. Kuehl

By Joshua Smith

Batavia - Joyce M. Kuehl, age 91, of Batavia, passed away Friday, May 24, 2019, at LeRoy Village Green Nursing Facility.

She was born July 9, 1927, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Fred L. Hyde, Sr. and Mildred Chandler Hyde.

A 72-year member of the First United Methodist Church of Batavia, she volunteered countless hours at church throughout the years. An avid reader, she enjoyed crocheting and traveling with her late husband, Charles.

Her husband, Charles J. Kuehl, Sr, passed away on December 5, 2002.

She is survived by her children; Charles J. (Christine) Kuehl, Jr. of East Bethany, Dennis (Yvonne) Kuehl of Spring, Texas, Lorene (Randy) Wilford of Byron, Cynthia Novak and David Kuehl of Batavia; nine grandchildren; Jennifer, Stacey, Melissa, Stephanie, Adam, Cody, Matthew, Nathan and Shane; nine great-grandchildren; two brothers; Fred (Sedra) Hyde, Jr. and Ralph (late Juanita) Hyde, both of Batavia; her sister; Marjorie (late Bill) Reiss of Alexander; her sister-in-law, Joanne Hyde of Florida and several nieces and nephews.   

She was predeceased by her brother, Richard Hyde.

Joyce's family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Facility for the compassionate care they offered to her.

Friends may call from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. on Saturday at the First United Methodist Church of Batavia, 8221 Lewiston Road, Batavia where services will immediately follow at 11 a.m. She will be laid to rest in West Bethany Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Joyce's memory may be made to First United Methodist Church of Batavia, 8221 Lewiston Road, Batavia, New York 14020. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Joyce's memory, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements were entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia.

Katherine A. Owen

By Ronald Konieczny

Katherine A. Owen, 73 of Batavia, NY passed away Thursday, May 23 at Rochester General Hospital.  Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Frank E. and Natalie (Walker) Owen and a brother Robert W.  She is survived by her brother, James R. Owen of Batavia.

A 1963 graduate of Batavia High School and Alfred State College, Kathy was proud of playing a key part in maintaining the close knit relationships the Class of '63 has experienced over the last 55 years.  She had last worked for Attica Bus Service after many years employed in the dental office of Dr. L. L. Mulcahy, Jr..  An accomplished photographer and music lover, she loved the outdoors, her animals and being in nature. As an avid Buffalo Bills and Batavia Muckdogs fan, we know she will be looking down on her favorite teams cheering for that elusive championship.

Visitation for family and friends will be at the J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, on Wednesday, May 29, 2019 between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM. 

The family graciously declines flowers and have asked that in lieu of flowers memorials be made to Genesee County Animal Shelter, Batavia, NY or Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge in Kathy's memory. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

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

MARLIN L. "MERK" MERKEL

By Michael Tomaszewski

MARLIN L. “MERK” MERKEL ~ Age 85, of Batavia, died peacefully Tuesday May 21, 2019 at the New York State Veterans Home @ Batavia. Merk was born in Batavia, NY on March 2, 1934 to the late Edwin and Harriet (Klosen) Merkel.

Merk served honorably in the US Army during the Korean Conflict and was a longtime member of Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph’s Church). He worked many years for CE Knox Shoe Store as a salesman and buyer before going to work for the former Thomas & Dwyer Shoe Store. A former member of the American Legion, former St. Nicholas Club, Batavia Lions Club where he served as secretary and a former director of the Genesee County Baseball Club. Merk was an avid supporter of Notre Dame High School and its sports programs especially when his grandchildren played, “He never missed a game.”

Surviving is his beloved wife of 62 years, Florence (Maile) Merkel of Batavia; loving Karen (Michael) Rapone, Thomas Merkel and Nancy (Randy) Squire all of Batavia; cherished grandchildren,  Michael (Jessie) Rapone, Melissa Rapone, Joshua Merkel, Drew (Jillian) Merkel and Stacy Squire along with 3 great-grandchildren, Jason, Joseph & Marcella.

Please join the Merkel family in celebrating Marlin’s Mass of Christian Burial 9:30a.m. Tuesday May 28, 2019 at Resurrection Parish (St. Joseph’s Site). He will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery with Military Honors following funeral services, In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to Notre Dame High School 73 Union Street Batavia or Volunteers for Animals 3841 West Main Street Batavia.

Please share your words of comfort with the Merk’s family at www.tomaszewskifh.com or for more information please call Michael at (585)343-7500.

THE FAMILY OF MARLIN L. “MERK” MERKEL IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020.    
 

Marie Welker

By T.J. Woodward

Marie Welker, 82 of Medina, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at Hildebrandt Hospice in Rochester. She was born on August 3, 1936 in Alexander to the late Walter (Lillian Bierline) Heimann. She is preceded in death by her husband Darwin Welker, brothers Richard and George Heimann, sister Irene Hahn.

Marie is survived by her son Dan (Karen) St. Aubin; granddaughters Tiffani and Dana St. Aubin, all of Rochester; brothers Elmer (Marie) Heimann of Darien Center; Ralph (Sylvia) Heimann of Rochester; sister Marian Tiberio of Holley; along with many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Wednesday, May 29, 2019 from 12:00 Noon to 2:00 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. A Celebration of Life will immediately follow calling hours at 2:00 PM at the Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest in Elmwood, Cemetery.

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

Cecil William Beardslee-West

By T.J. Woodward

  Cecil William Beardslee-West, age 21, of Perry passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 from a work related accident in Mt. Morris. He was born in Olean, NY on May 27, 1997 a son to Elizabeth “Marlene” West and Gerald Morgan.

Cecil was a 2016 graduate of Perry Central School. He was on the Perry football, wrestling and chess teams. He was currently employed at Ken’s Tree Service in Warsaw, he had worked for Tim Gelder Construction in Amherst, Dziezc Farm in Bliss and True Farm in Perry. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Warsaw. Cecil enjoyed hunting, fishing, tinkering on vehicles or anything he could take apart, playing video games, tattoos designed by Andrew Carter of Revelation Ink, NASCAR Races as well as the local Wyoming County Speedway. He was a history and military history buff, especially with the Marine Corp in honor of his late grandfather who was a retired Marine.

He is survived by his mother: Elizabeth “Marlene” West of Perry, father: Gerald Morgan of Portageville, maternal grandmother: Lila Emmons of Castile, paternal grandparents: Richard (Donna) Morgan of Rushford, maternal great grandmother: Doris Emmons of Perry, sister: Selena (Cody Daniel) Bearslee of Perry, 2 brothers: Dylan Morgan of Belfast, Jesse James (Kayla Dills) Beardslee of Perry, his 2 dogs: Indy and Daytona, best friend: Devan Pries of Perry, 3 Aunts: Nikki Ferrin of Castile, Lisa (Richard) Capps of Norfolk, Va., Nicole (Paul) Murphy of Belmont, 1 uncle: Ronald Morgan of Centerville, along with many cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by and infant sister: Michaela Lee Morgan who passed away on March 6, 1994, maternal grandfather: Paul James Beardslee who died on 11/20/1980, 2 great grandfathers: Cecil Arthur Emmons and Robert Pendleton and 2 uncles: Francis Emmons and Loren Dean Morgan.

Family and friends may call from 4-8pm on Friday 24th at the Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main St. in Perry. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday May 25th at 12:00 pm at the funeral home. Cecil will be laid to rest in Freedom Cemetery in Freedom, NY.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, Wyoming County SPCA, Walter Klein American Legion Post 532 in Warsaw or to the Robert W. Howden American Legion Post #1504 in Belfast. 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.

Mary Lou Mager Klein

By Ronald Konieczny

Mary Lou Mager Klein, 82 of Batavia, NY, passed away peacefully on Wednesday (May 22, 2019) at her residence under the care of her loving family and Hospice.

She was born May 2, 1937 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Frank and Josephine Waclawski Mager.

Mary Lou was a Class of 1955 graduate of Batavia High School and continued to assist in the planning of every class reunion. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by HSBC Bank (Marine Midland Bank) after 20 years in the banking industry. She also served on the Town of Batavia Republican Committee. She was a longtime parishioner of Ascension Parish (Sacred heart Church), where she volunteered as a substitute Religious Education Teacher, assisted on the Bereavement Committee and was a member of the Rosary and Altar Society.

She was the wife of the late James A. Klein who died in 2003 and grandmother of the late Jeffrey A. Klein who died 2014.

Survivors include her loving sons, James R. (Bonnie) Klein, David (Janine) Klein and Michael (Heather) Klein; grandchildren, Jimmy, Mathew, Marissa, Kristen, Hannah, Owen and Evan; siblings, Barbara (Richard) Satkowski, Frank (Margie) Mager, and Suzanne (late Joseph) Koziol; nieces and nephews, Karen Fox, Cheryl (Walter) Herson, Christine (Onur) Oz, Joseph (Kim) Koziol, Donald Koziol, Joseph (Charleen) Satkowski, Terri (Mike) Riggi, Steven Satkowski, Dan (Bonnie) Klein, and Scott (Maryellen) Klein. Also survived by her aunt, Joan Torcello and many cousins.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Tuesday (May 28th) from 4-7pm at the J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 Bogue Ave., Batavia, NY, where prayers will be recited Wednesday (May 29th) at 9:15am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, 10am at Ascension Parish, (corner of Swan and Sumner streets). Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.

The Ascension Parish Rosary Society will recite the Rosary on Tuesday, 3:30pm at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Genesee County Office For The Aging Meals on Wheels, 2 Bank St, Batavia, NY 14020. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

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

 

FRANCES P. OKONIEWSKI

By Michael Tomaszewski

FRANCES P. OKONIEWSKI ~ Age 84, of Batavia, passed away peacefully Sunday evening May 19, 2019 at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home with her children by her side. Frances was born March 18, 1935 to the late Teofil “Ted” and Amelia “Molly” (Kloss) Perkowski, also preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Z. “Skip” Okoniewski in 1986; brother, Carl Perkowski and sister, Barbara Burris.

Frances was a graduate of Batavia High School and received her bachelor’s in physical education from University of Buffalo. She was a physical education teacher at Norwood/Norfolk Central Schools, former Teachers Aide for BOCES and Program Director at the ARC. She will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and always in support of the Buffalo Bills whether in Western New York or from her time spent in Florida.

Surviving are her loving children, Jay (Nancy) Okoniewski and Nina (Jeff) Stevens all of Batavia; cherished grandchildren, Dan (Casey) Okoniewski, Jessica Okoniewski, Brittney Okoniewski, Valerie (Stephen) Bochenski; sister-in-law, Regina Perkowski along with several nieces and nephews.

The family will be present from 4-8p.m. on Thursday May 23, 2019 at the MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 West Main Street Road Batavia, New York 14020 where prayers will be recited 11:15a.m. Friday May 24 followed by a 12 Noon Mass of Christian Burial at Resurrection Parish (St. Mary’s Site). She will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Cemetery and memorials in her memory are suggested to Genesee Cancer Assistance, Inc. 127 North Street Batavia, New York 14020.

Please share words of comfort with France’s family at www.tomaszewskifh.com or for more information please call Michael at (585)343-7500.

THE FAMILY OF FRANCES P. OKONIEWSKI IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4120 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020.

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