Obituaries

  Beatrice B. “Bea” Graff, 85, of Bennington passed away on September 19, 2018 at the United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. She was born on February 19, 1933 in Amherst to the late Frank and Florence (Stanley) Brunner. In addition to her parents, Bea is also predeceased by her husband; Paul A. Graff; siblings Frank Carlton, David Brunner, Beverly Zoladz, Frances Wiltberger and Irene Wetzel.

Bea was the secretary of Graff Tire Service in Bennington and a member of St. Joachim & Anne Parish.

She is survived by her children; Paul (Sandy Becker) Graff Jr. of Lancaster, Audrey Henry of Byron, Connie (David) Rethlake of Batavia and Hugh Graff  of Buffalo; 7 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren; sisters Betty (Thomas) Dougherty of Darien, Patricia (Felix) Dougherty of Clarence; sisters-in-law Helen, Jane and Beverly Brunner along with several nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be no prior callings hours. A 10:00AM Memorial Mass will be held on Friday September 28, 2018 at St. Joachim & Anne Parish 50 East Ave. Attica, NY 14011. Bea will be laid to rest in St. Vincent’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bennington Fire Dept. 1353 Route 354 Attica, NY 14011. 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.

Avoca/Oakfield - William D. Phelps, 70, of Avoca, formerly of Oakfield, passed away suddenly Wednesday, (September 19, 2018) at his home, in Avoca.

Mr. Phelps was born July 31, 1948 in Batavia, a son of the late Virgil E. and Louise E. (Mullen) Phelps.

He attended Oakfield-Alabama school as graduated as valedictorian of his class in 1966.  He went on to graduate from Cornell University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Engineering in 1970.  He was a member of the AGR fraternity and a 40 year member of the Free & Accepted Masons. 

He felt bonded to the land, and spent his entire career on Virgil E. Phelps & Sons Farms first at Judge Road in Oakfield and later in Avoca.  He served as the bookkeeper in both locations. 

Surviving is his sister, Judy (Walt) Stevenson of Madison, WI, and brothers, Donald Phelps of Riviera, FL, and Neil (Teresa) Phelps of Caledonia.  Several nieces and nephews also survive.    

There will be no visitation.  Family and Friends are invited to attend Bill’s Memorial Service at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday (September 26, 2018) at the Indian Falls United Methodist Church, 7908 Allegany Road, Corfu.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the church.  Bill will be laid to rest beside his parents in Reed Cemetery, Oakfield.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Ave., Oakfield.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.burdettandsanford.com.

In the middle of the night surrounded by the family she cherished, Lucy took her last breaths. She was hospitalized following an injury and three difficult weeks of treatment. She was 91.

Lucy was a mother, a grandmother, a great-grandmother, a social butterfly, an incredible conversationalist, a night owl, a party queen, a fashionista, a supporter of all things her children and grandchildren endeavored upon, an amazing cook, a party planner, a fierce loyalist to her family and more than mere words can describe. She was truly a formidable matriarch.

Lucy selflessly supported the businesses her family ventured upon. Her husband’s practice, her children’s restaurants- she contributed her many talents and energy so that others might find success.

She was predeceased by the love of her life Dr. Joseph Mendola, and suffered the unimaginable loss of her youngest son Joseph Andrew as a baby. Her beloved daughter in law Elizabeth (Morse) Mendola passed in 2011.

She was the daughter of the late Peter and Lucy (Tuffero) Fanara.

She is survived by her devoted children Rosalie Maguire Simon (Glenn), Frank Mendola ( Barbara Burgess), Lucy Barnett (Timothy) and Peter Mendola.  Grandchildren: Jessica Maguire-Tomidy (Alan), Andrew Maguire (Jamie) Adrienne Barnett, Lauren Barnett (Candice Borden), Joseph Mendola ( Caitlin Mulcahy) and Frank Mendola. She was bisnonna to her great grandchildren: Avelin, Alaria, and Alex Tomidy, Hadley and Drew Mendola and Lily Mendola.

There are no prior visiting hours. A celebration of life will be held at 9 a.m. on Thursday, September 27, 2018 at The First Presbyterian Church of Batavia, 300 East Main Street. Memorials can be made in Lucy's name to The First Presbyterian Church of Batavia, 300 East Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

  Charlotte W. Hinz, 89, of Alexander passed away on Tuesday September 18, 2018 at the Villages of Orleans County in Albion. She was born on December 1, 1928 in Batavia to the late Frederick C. and Amelia (Egloff) Wickens. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Hinz is predeceased by her husband; Wilbur Hinz.

Charlotte was the Laboratory Director at Upstate Farms Co-operative for 36 years until she retired in 1998. She was a member of the Western Association Sanitarians and the Rochester Area Sanitarians. Charlotte was the first woman President and lifetime honorary member of the NYS Food Protection Association, a lifetime member of the Dairy Practices Council and the past President and lifetime member of the Batavia Business & Professional Women’s Club. She enjoyed dinner conversations with the Gad Abouts.

She is survived by her children; Daniel Hinz of OH., Julie (Paul) Linsey of FL., Martin (Jill) Hinz of Alexander and Eric (Terri) Hinz of FL.; 6 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren along with many cousins and their families.

Family and friends are invited to call on Monday September 24, 2018 from 4:00-8:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. Charlotte will be laid to rest in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery privately for the family.

Flowers are respectfully and gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to the Genesee Cancer Assistance 127 North St. in Batavia or the Salvation Army 529 E. Main St. 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.

 

East Bethany - William C. Tapp, 76, of East Bethany, passed away on Monday, September 17, 2018 at Premier Genesee Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, in Batavia.

Mr. Tapp was born August 24, 1942 in Batavia, the son of the late Charles Tapp and Margaret Mathers Tapp.

A former member of Godfrey's Pond, he enjoyed to hunt and fish.

He is predeceased by his wife, Evalene Smith Tapp and his sons, Larry Tapp and Kevin Tapp.

Surviving are his grandsons, William A. (Kayleigh) Tapp of LeRoy and Grandson, Robert C. Tapp of Batavia.

There are no prior visiting hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. He will be laid to rest in Stafford Rural Cemetery. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visitt www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

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

Eugene L. Dziekan “Gene”, 79 of Akron, formerly of Batavia, passed away peacefully Saturday (September 15, 2018) at Hospice Buffalo in Cheektowaga.

He was born August 24, 1939 in Batavia, NY, a son of the late John and Jennie Kropatwinski Dziekan.

Gene grew up in Batavia and later was employed by Delco Products in Rochester for over 34 years. He enjoyed fishing, playing dominos, poker and spending time at his cottage in the Thousand Islands. He was known to fix anything and if he could not fix it, then it needed to be thrown away. Gene was also known to be the “Best Grill Man” to his family and friends. He was a member of the Polish Falcons and Sons of the American Legion. Most of all, he cared for his family and enjoyed the time spent with them where he showed his sense of humor often.

Survivors include his wife, Joan Hudomint Dziekan of Akron. Children, Lawrence, Edward, Karen, Paul and Stephanie Dziekan. Stepdaughters, Beverly (Stephan) Carlson, Lynne Klawer and Suzanne. Brothers, Andrew Dziekan. Sister, Helen (Wayne) Robbins. Sisters in-law, Katherine Dziekan and Anita Dziekan. Brother in-law, Douglas Seward. Also survived by several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was the father of the late Steven Dziekan and brother of the late John, Francis and Richard Dziekan, Rose Dillon, Eleanor Starowitz and Josephine Seward.

Family and friends are cordially invited to share thoughts, condolences and fond memories on Tuesday (Sept. 18^th) from 5-8pm at the J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, NY. His Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday (Sept. 19^th), 10:00am at St. Teresa of Avila R.C. Church, 5771 Buell St., Akron.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 101 John James Audubon Pkwy, Amherst, NY 14228 or Hospice Buffalo, 225 Como Park Blvd., Cheektowaga, NY 14227. Expressions of sympathy may be shared 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.

 

 

JOSEPH P. MICKEY ~ age 64, of Elba, NY, died peacefully September 11, 2018 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. He was born February 13, 1954, in Batavia, NY, the son of the late Joseph J. and Anna J. (Gavel) Mickey. 

Joe served country honorably in the US Navy aboard the USS Kitty Hawk. He was retired from the NYS Thruway in Batavia where he was employed for over 20 years. Joe enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting, boating, fishing and gardening, he was most proud of his Polish heritage and enjoyed making sauerkraut with family and friends. He loved the Miami Dolphins, had an extensive "Crazy Hat" collection, but the true joys of his life were, his granddaughters, Kelly, Halle and Laney.

He is survived by his loving son, Joseph D. (Sarah) Mickey of Elba; beloved siblings, Linda Cunningham, Susan Mickey, Carol (Angelo) Gifaldi, Nancy Mickey, Gary (Tina) Mickey and Sharon (Steven) Lauzzie along with several nieces, nephews, great nieces & great nephews.

Please join the Mickey family on Saturday October 13, 2018 at, 4940 Barrville Road Elba, NY 14058 for a Celebration of Joe's Life. He will be laid to rest in St. Joseph's  Cemetery with his parents, and memorials in his memory can be made to the Palliative Care Unit at Strong Memorial Hospital or Genesee Cancer Assistance. 

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

THE FAMILY OF JOSEPH P. MICKEY IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4210 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NEW YORK 14020

MARY LOU HOUSEHOLDER, age 80, of Batavia, died peacefully on Thursday evening, August 23, 2018 at Unity Hospital. Mary was born in Mansfield, OH, on May 18, 1938 the daughter of the late Ralph and Effie (McNeely) Barrett, also preceded in death by siblings, Norman McNeely, William "Bunk" Barrett, Ralph "Jack" Barrett, Robert Barrett and Carole Ann Haag.  

Mary was raised in Ohio where she lived and worked for a good part of her life. She was very musically inclined, former majorette in High School, enjoyed sketching, water color paintings, quilting, sewing and a former Garden Club Member. Mary moved to Genesee County about 20 years ago where she has enjoyed dinner out with friends, but most importantly for her family as she loved being "Grandma Moo Moo" to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Mary is survived by her loving children, Jill (Paul Adair) Pickard of E. Bethany, Joe Householder of Batavia and Jim Householder of Ohio; cherished grandchildren, Lisa (John) Zalacca, Scot (Katelin) Pickard and Sara (Josh Adair) Pickard; adoring great-grandchildren, Alyssa, Jason, Emma, Felicity, Evan and Ella; sister, Beverly (Charles) Bauer of Ohio; In-laws, Daryl Haag of SC, Pat Barrett of OK and Joan Barrett of Ohio along with being "sweet" Aunt Moo Moo to her many nieces and nephews.

Her family will be present 11am Saturday, September 22, 2018 at Mansfield Memorial Park for a Graveside Service before being laid to rest in the family plot. Please join the family 1pm at the Galion VFW, 229 Market Street Galion, OH for a luncheon following services.   

Memorials in her memory are suggested to Lakeside Dialysis 587 East Main St. Batavia, NY 14020 or a Dialysis Facility near you.  

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

THE FAMILY OF MARY LOU HOUSEHOLDER IS BEING CARED FOR BY THE MICHAEL S. TOMASZEWSKI FUNERAL & CREMATION CHAPEL, LLC 4210 WEST MAIN STREET ROAD BATAVIA, NY 14020

Megan T. Suttell, 28 of Oakfield, passed away on Thursday September 13, 2018 in Buffalo. She was born on May 4, 1990 in Batavia to John (Kathleen Wagner) Suttell of Oakfield. Megan is preceded in death by her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Robert (Rena Costa) Wagner; Mr. and Mrs. John (Stella Hamera) Suttell.

Megan graduated from Oakfield-Alabama High School, Ithaca College, and Syracuse College of Law with a Juris Doctor degree. She worked as a lawyer in Buffalo for Frankel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP.

She is survived by her parents; sister Rachael Lynn Suttell of Oakfield; along with aunts, uncles and cousins.

Friends are invited to a 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial on Monday September 17, 2018 at St. Padre Pio Parish, 56 Maple Ave. Oakfield, NY 14125. Megan will be laid to rest in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Crossroads House 11 Liberty St., Batavia, NY 14020. For more information please call 585-343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

 

LeRoy ~ Carol C. Pangrazio, age 64, of South Street Road, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday afternoon, September 11, 2018 at Crossroads House in Batavia following a long battle with cancer.      

    

She was born May 4, 1954 in Rochester, a daughter of the late J. Forbes and Frances Wood Cromwell and Janet Lawson Cromwell.

     Carol is survived by her loving husband of 38 years, Neal J. Pangrazio; her children, Kimberly Pangrazio (Tony Candino and his sons, Lucas and Chase) and Travis (Jamie) Pangrazio; granddaughter, Aubrey Pangrazio; brothers, John (Pamela) Cromwell and Mitch (Joy) Cromwell; sisters, Christine Cromwell, Catherine Little, Patricia (Michael) James and Jenny Acker-Duarte, along with many nieces, nephews, dear friends and her loving feline companions, Zuke, Chance and Breezy.  She was also predeceased by her sister, Susan Acker.

     She was a 1972 graduate of Pavilion High School.  In her teenage years she was an active member of several sports teams with field hockey being her top sport.  Following high school she attended Genesee Community College where she graduated with an Associates Degree in 1974.

     Carol was a proud mother of her two children, Kimberly and Travis.  She was always a dedicated mother to make sure her children were able to be active in sports and extracurricular activities.  Her children's fondest memories were their several trips to Disney World during Christmas time. She was a loyal wife, of 38 years, to her husband Neal.  They shared many happy moments together, with their most memorable times being Friday night dinners.   

     Recently, her most proud moment is the birth of her grandchild Aubrey.  She always would carry around a photo album full of baby pictures.  For those that have seen it, you know she had them all printed out as 8 x 10 photos.

     Throughout her life Carol always remained close to her siblings, nieces and nephews, and extended family.  She genuinely cared to know everything that was happening in their lives.     

     After becoming a breast cancer survivor, she had to continue her battle with brain cancer.  She fought in this battle as hard as she could with as much courage as possible and always stayed positive.  She often was more concerned about her friends and family getting through this battle than she was for herself. This was a true testament to Carol’s character. She lived her life for others, not for herself.  Carol’s friends and family will always remember her as the most genuine, caring person they have ever met. 

     Please treat the upcoming services as a celebration for Carol’s life.  If possible, please try to honor her life by wearing the color blue.

     Family and friends may call on Friday from 12 ~ 2 and 5 ~ 8 P.M. at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy, where her Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday at 11:00 A.M.  Interment in Olivet Cemetery will be at the convenience of the family.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials in Carol's name are suggested to either Crossroads House (www.crossroadshouse.com), Lipson Cancer Institute or Genesee Cancer Assistance (www.geneseecancerassistance.com).

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

     Mrs. Pangrazio and her family are being cared for by the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc.  585-768-2400

  Kenneth E. Anderson, 88, of Arkansas, formerly of Alabama, NY passed away on Saturday September 8, 2018 at Sparks Hospital in Ft. Smith, AR. He was born on March 12, 1930 in Ligonier, PA., to the late Frank and Mary (Garland) Anderson. He is also predeceased by his 1^st wife; Essie (Shetler) Anderson, 2^nd wife Louretta (Fuller) Anderson; siblings Arlene Claycomb, Gladais Smitley, LeRoy Anderson and Ed Anderson.

Ken was a long time tractor salesman all over Western New York. He was an avid outdoorsman, loved racing, camping and tinkering with tractors. He will be remembered as a real people person.

He is survived by his wife; Mary Ann (Maltby) Anderson of AR.; children Ken (Joyce) Anderson, John (Terri) Anderson and Gary (Darlene) Anderson all of Alabama, Belinda (Rick) Cox of Bethany, Joyce (Wilburn) Archer of Ontario and Lisa (Dave) Laney of Alabama; step-children Gaylord (Cheryl) Ace of AR., Terry (Dan) Yates of Batavia, Brian (Tracy) Ace of Batavia, Barbara (Tom) Bodie of AR., Mae (Bob) Shafer of Medina and Matthew Ace of IN.; sister Anna Grace Holby of PA.; 31 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday September 15, 2018 from 10:00AM-12:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home and Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 12:00PM Funeral Service will immediately follow visitation at the Funeral Home. Ken will be laid to rest in Alabama Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Genesee Cancer Assistance 127 North St. 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.

Hornell - Teresa L. Tanner, age 59, of Hornell, formerly of Oakfield, passed away on Sunday, September 9, 2018 at Robert Packer Hospital, in Sayre, Pennsylvania.

Teresa was born November 4, 1958 in Batavia, a daughter of the late William E. Tanner and LaRue V. Paul Tanner.

Teresa enjoyed reading.

She is survived by her three brothers, Milton H. (Deborah) Tanner of Bath, Edward M. Tanner of Oakfield and Michael A. Tanner of Hornell; along with aunts, uncles and cousins.

Her sister, Regina L. Tanner, passed away on July 20, 2018.

Friends may call on Saturday from 12 to 1 p.m. at the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Avenue, Oakfield, where services will follow immediately at 1 p.m. She will be laid to rest in Cary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association of Western New York, 5488 Sheridan Drive, #300, Williamsville, New York 14231. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle, please visit www.burdettandsanford.com.