Obituaries

Sharon Ziomek, 74, of Batavia passed away on Monday September 3, 2018 at the Premier Genesee Nursing Home in Batavia. She was born on November 15, 1943 in Batavia to the late Earl and Luella (Kilner) Keller. In addition to her parents, Sharon is predeceased by her first husband; Malcolm Singer Sr.; brother Paul Keller and sister Patricia Keller.

Sharon was a longtime member of the Salvation Army Church of Batavia.

She is survived by her husband; James Ziomek of Batavia; children Cathy (Scott) Weaver of Batavia, Malcolm Singer of Olean and Mary Hodge of Rochester; brother Charles Keller of Batavia; 9 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior calling hours. All are welcome to attend an 11:00AM Memorial Service on Saturday September 8, 2018 at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. She will be laid to rest in Elmwood Cemetery.

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.

Keith W. Rood, Formerly of Batavia, NY passed in peace on August 6th, 2018 in Louisville, KY at the age of 55.

He was a proud veteran of the US Army and TN Air National Guard.

Keith is survived by his son; Alex Rood; sister Ruthie-Marie Beckwith (Mark Friedman); three brothers Donald Beckwith, David Rood (Nam Hui), Kevin Rood; ten nieces and nephews; one great-niece; his uncle, Lawrence Williams, his Aunt Florence Williams, and numerous cousins.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Mary E. (Williams) Luce and stepfather, Kenneth Luce, his brother Dennis Beckwith and sister, Mary Jean Rood.

The family will be present at 9:00-10:00AM on Monday September 10, 2018 at Ascension R. C. Parish, 15 Sumner St. Batavia NY, 14020 where a 10:00AM Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow visitation. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Warrior House of WNY, 6835 Knowlesville Rd, Oakfield, NY 14125.  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.

  John Henry DeWitt, age 69, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday August 31, 2018 at Buffalo General Medical Center. John was born on September 4, 1948 in Latham, New York. He was son of the late Helen Ward DeWitt and Byron R. DeWitt of Pavilion.

Beloved husband of Caryn Valle-DeWitt and devoted father of John Byron DeWitt (Christina) of Amherst, Maria Danielle Maxwell of Richmond Virginia, Joanna Blackmon (Adam) of Rochester, and Michael Dominic of Buffalo. He was the caring grandfather to Philip John and Ava Maria Maxwell.  He left many family members, nieces, nephews, and cherished friends and neighbors who we are privileged to call extended family.

John was a devoted husband to Caryn for 40 years. He cherished her, and in return he was the center of her world. He will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him for his love, kindness, generosity, integrity, wit, humor, compassion, strength and selflessness. His accomplishments were many. He attended Genesee Community and Georgetown Colleges. He was an avid golfer and served on the Board at Stafford Country Club in various capacities and as President. He also served on the Board of Trustees for Genesee Community College Foundation for many years.  He was an asset to any project he devoted his time to. He had a love for cooking and was a connoisseur of fine wine. For those fortunate enough to be seated at the table with him and enjoy a meal with the perfect wine pairing, considered themselves treated.  He was an avid reader and had an insatiable desire for knowledge. He could have multiple books going at any given time. This added to his ability to articulate and be versed on any subject area with accuracy and precision.

The family will be present at 9:00-10:00AM on Friday September 7, 2018 at Sts. Peter & Paul RC Church 5480 Main St. Williamsville, NY 14221 where a 10:00AM Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow visitation.

In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to Crossroads House www.crossroadshouse.com PO Box 403 Batavia, NY 14021. 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.

Albion - Linda F. Michalak, age 56, of Albion, passed away on Friday, August 31, 2018 at Strong Memorial Hospital.

Linda was born April 18, 1962 in Batavia, a daughter of Donna Calnan Chamberlain of Albion and the late John C. Chamberlain, who passed away on April 18, 2018.

A member of Eagle Harbor United Methodist Church in Albion, Linda enjoyed baking, bowling and take car rides with her family. Linda worked in the cafeteria at the Oakfield-Alabama School District and for the Law Offices of Cropsey & Cropsey in Albion. She was devoted to her family and loved being with her grandchildren.

Surviving with her mother is her husband, Anthony E.  Michalak, Jr., whom she married July 31, 1982; her children;  Amanda (Justin) Metherall of West Bridgewater, Mallory Gallaway of Pembroke, Meghan Michalak of Cohasset, Massachusetts and Andrew Michalak of Oakfield; her beloved five grandchildren; John Casey and Benjamin Peter Metherall, Emma Faye, Harrison and Analeigh Gallaway; her sisters; Melissa Pahuta and Heather Chamberlain, both of Albion; her father-in-law and mother-in-law; Anthony E. (Marguerite) Michalak, Sr. of Alabama and several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Burdett & Sanford Funeral Home, 11 Maple Avenue, Oakfield, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday. She will be laid to rest in Cary Cemetery, Oakfield. Please consider memorials in Linda’s name to the Barre Fire Company, 4709 Oak Orchard Road, Albion, New York 14411. To leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle in Linda’s memory, please visit www.burdettandsanford.com.

William A. "Billy" Andrews III, 38 of Lockport, died unexpectedly on Wednesday August 29, 2018. He was born October 5, 1979 in Eve Sham Township, NJ, beloved son of Denise A. Beyer of FL, whom she loved with all her heart, you will be sadly missed but never forgotten until we meet again. He is preceded in death by his father William A. Andrews Jr.

Billy was a member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a wonderful father and husband.   

He survived by his beloved wife Emily A. (Horton) Andrews of Lockport; son Adam Andrews of Batavia; step-son Cole Horton of Batavia and son Chance Price of Olean; aunt and uncle Mary (David) Webster; along with many aunts, uncles and cousins.  

An 11:00 AM Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday September 5, 2018 at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. Billy will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery, Batavia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. 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.

 

 

 

Mary A. Burdick, 66 of Medina passed away peacefully on Sunday August 26, 2018 surrounded by her family at home. Mary was born in Ticonderoga, NY on March 4, 1952 to the late John (Pauline Cram) Barney. She is preceded in death by two grandchildren Faith and Hope Barney; sister Brenda Brooks, brother James Barney.

Mary worked at FMC in Middleport. She enjoyed baking, the outdoors and camping. She was a people person, always taking care of everyone else. Her family, friends and dogs were extremely special to her, catering to her grandchildren was her life.

She is survived by her beloved husband David W. Burdick of Medina; children Jeffrey Barney of Medina; Stephen (Julie) Barney of Wise, NC; Paulette (Bryan) Conley of LeRoy; KB (Michelle) Burdick of Virginia Beach, VA; Leah Williams of Charlottesville, VA; siblings Jacqueline Barney of IL; Walter (Cindy) Barney of Lockport; Nancy Naylor of Batavia; 7 grandchildren, Kelsey Smith, Payton, Samantha Conley, Gracie, John, Samuel Barney, Zane Williams; along with many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Friends may call from 4-8 PM on Wednesday August 29, 2018 at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020.  

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Wilmot Cancer Institute www.urmc.rochester.edu. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020.

Byron ~ Born in Gowanda, to the late Wayne and Emma (nee Fog) Marsh on Nov. 10, 1936.  She passed away at home on Aug. 22, 2018 after an 18 year battle with health issues.

    

Along with her husband, Corky, they had dairy farms in Eden and Lawtons before she worked with race horses at Hamburg and Batavia.  Together, they amassed a large collection of antique tractors and trucks, that they both enjoyed showing.  She was a member of the Byron Fire Dept. Ladies Auxiliary for over 35 years as well as many other organizations.  She was also a member of the Bergen Presbyterian Church for over 40 years.

     She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Alvin F. (Corky) Shaw; her daughter, Rose Marie (late Michael) Quinn of Michigan; her son, Jon (Judy) Shaw of Warsaw; 6 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren and her sisters, Barbara Fisk of Athens, Texas and Joyce Gibbs of Little Valley.

     Family and friends may call on Thursday, August 30 from 2 ~ 8 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., 8700 Lake Rd. (Rt. 19), LeRoy.  Her Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, August 31 at 11:00 AM at the Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Bergen, 38 S. Lake St., Bergen.  Her graveside service will be held on Saturday, Sept. 1 at 9:00 AM in the family plot of Evergreen Cemetery, 2862 E. Church St., Eden, N.Y.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Byron Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 326, Byron, N.Y. 14422

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

Corfu -- George Fix, August 5, 2018, age 66.

Beloved husband of Donna M. (nee Priebe) Fix, loving father of Lindsey R. (Travis) Almeter and Chelsea Fix (Christopher Streit). Caring brother of the late David (Andrea) Fix, Kathie (Tom) Kirsch, Susan (Michael) Henning, Martha (Michael) Krupa, and Mary (Patrick) Austin. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Family will be present on Thursday Sept. 6th, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary Inc., 4-6 Main St., Corfu NY, with a celebration of his life to follow.

Eugene R. Austin “Gene”, 69 of Akron, passed away unexpectedly Thursday morning (August 23, 2018) at his residence.

He was born August 1, 1949 in Batavia, NY, a son of the late Loren Austin and Joyce Derr Austin of Batavia.

Gene was employed by Batavia Restaurant Supply prior to his retirement. He was a John Deer Tractor enthusiast and enjoyed farming in his younger years. He enjoyed attending steam show exhibits yearly and was a member of the Two Cylinder Club and Leisurewood Campground in Akron. Known by many as a hard worker, Gene will be missed by all who knew him.

Surviving besides his mother, is his wife, Christine Michel Austin of Akron. Step-children, Todd Rambach of Depew, Kristy (Nelson) Maldonado of Akron and Chad (Amanda) Rambach of Batavia. Brother, James (Kathy) Austin of Elba. Sisters, Nancy (Kenneth) Miller of Elba and Patricia (Richard) Pratowski of Elba. Daughter in-law, Renee Rambach. Also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by a step-son, Scott Rambach.

There will be no prior visitation and services will be at the convenience of the family. Expressions of sympathy can be shared with the family at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.

ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 JOHN ST., AKRON, NY 14001. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR.

Shawn T. Richley, 53, of Batavia passed away on Wednesday August 22, 2018 at Hyland Hospital in Rochester. He was born on June 16, 1965 in Batavia to the late Alfred and Lillian (Mansell) Richley.

Shawn worked for the IT department at Lancaster Central Schools where he was a Computer Repair Technician. He was an avid bowler and loved model trains.

He is survived by his wife; Mary (Wassink) Richley; children Erin Richley of NYC, Jennifer Richley of Batavia and Steven Richley of Batavia; brother Timothy (Renee) Richley of Darien; several nieces and nephews along with his beloved dog, Kozmo.

There will be no prior calling hours.  An 11:00AM Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday August 28, 2018 at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. He will be laid to rest in St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Corfu.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Batavia Animal Shelter www.vol4animals.org. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020.

 

 

Bergen - Marlene F. Ireland, 77, of Bergen, passed away Tuesday, (August 21, 2018) at Strong Memorial Hospital, in Rochester.

Mrs. Ireland was born November 4, 1940 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Sidney and Ruth (Sheridan) Maher.

Marlene was a member of St. Brigid's Church, in Bergen.  A retiree of General Motors in Rochester, she enjoyed going to the casino, animals, spending time with family, and taking rides with Jim in their '68 convertible.

She is the wife of James R. Ireland, of Bergen, whom she married January 28, 1958.

Surviving along with her husband are two daughters, Patricia Ireland of VA and Christine (Ronald) Brown of Bergen; three sisters, Geraldine (late Ray) Lichti of FL, Barbara (late Vincent) O'Grady of Bergen, and Donna (Robert) Powers of Bergen.  8 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Marlene is predeceased by son, Edward Ireland; brothers, Robert (late Kathleen) Maher and Norman Maher; sisters, Gladys (late Richard) Hill, and Jane (Late Guy) Ryan.  

Friends may call on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. at H.E. Turner & Co., Inc., 51 South Lake Street, Bergen.  Marlene’s Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 AM, Saturday, (August 25, 2018) at St. Brigid's Church, 18 Gibson Street, Bergen.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in the form of Mass Intentions at St. Brigid's Church. Burial will be in Stone Church Cemetery, Bergen.  Please leave a condolence, share a story or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

  Richard W. “Dick” Scharet Sr., 73 of Castile passed away on Tuesday August 21, 2018 at the Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Mt. Morris where he had been residing. Richard was born in Rochester, NY on May 8, 1945 a son of the late Wyburn P. “Butch” and Josephine (Baker) Scharet.

He worked for Delphi in Rochester for over 30 years in the power house retiring in 2005. Dick also owned his own excavating company, Silver Lake Excavating. He was well known around Silver Lake for his many jobs digging foundations, leveling properties and moving almost anything. In later years he ran a business taking docks and lifts in and out around Silver Lake. He loved to work with his Bob Cat, being creative and helping anyone that needed his expertise. He was a 50 years member of the Moose and a devoted member the OOBTA. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and camping.

He is survived by his wife: Linda (Zupko) Connelly-Scharet; children Roxanne Joose of Geneseo, Robert (Heather) Scharet of E. Bloomfield; a daughter-in-law Elizabeth Scharet of Castile; sister-in-law Bonnie Wass; 2 step-daughters Casey Wolcott (Jason) of Silver Springs, Carey Cartwright (Keegan) of Perry; 2 step-sons David (Michele) Connelly of Warsaw, Daniel (Tina) Connelly of Gibsonton, FL; 16 grandchildren Amanda (Frank) Rivera, Alexandra and Jessica Scharet, Brionna Joose, Tara Pederson, Annie Brown, Kensie and Taylor Connelly, Jaydon, Jordyn and Jennah Wolcott, Peyton and Parker Cartwright; 2 great-grandchildren Asa Rivera and Nicole Brown, along with many nieces, nephews and friends.

Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his first wife Barbara Randal who died in 2007; a son Richard Scharet Jr.; sister Alberta Mietus; brother Thomas Scharet and granddaughter Madeline Connelly.

Family and friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 pm on Tuesday August 28, 2018 at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, NY 14530. He will be laid to rest in Glenwood Cemetery in Perry.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Wyoming County Animal Shelter 4380 Rt.19 Silver Springs, NY 14550. 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.