Site search

By T.J. Woodward
Dec 3, 2024, 2:10pm

David G. Mullen, 89 of Bergen, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family December 2, 2024 at home. He was born in Batavia, January 27, 1935 to the late Glenn S. and Clarabel (Cooper) Mullen. He is preceded in death by a granddaughter, Larissa Emily Mullen.

Mr. Mullen was a proud United States Marine, a Marine until the very end. He served our community in the Batavia Police Department for 37 years and acting Chief for 17 of those years. Dave was a charter member of WNYS Chiefs of Police Association and NYS Chiefs of Police Association.

Mr. Mullen was a life member of Godfrey’s Pond and member of Batavia Lion’s Club for over 20 years. He was an avid outdoorsman that loved to hunt and fish. Dave enjoyed going to the races with his sons and grandchildren, he was known as the CEO of Pro Speed. He loved all animals, especially his beloved dog Buddy who stayed by his side until the end. Mr. Mullen will be remembered as a devoted family man that was never afraid to do the right thing and he will be missed.

“Am I right, do you follow me?” The Chief.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Elizabeth A. (Stein) of Bergen, children, Robert (Tammy Stevens) of Batavia, Scott (Elizabeth) of Chili, James (Michelle) of Batavia, Jeffrey (Tracy) Mullen of Stafford, Jennifer (Steven) Hughes of Cazenovia, 14 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to call on Monday, December 9, 2024 from 4 to 7pm at Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. A 10:30am Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at Resurrection Parish, 303 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. He will be laid to rest with Military Honor’s, 1:00pm on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at Western New York National Cemetery, 1254 Indian Falls Road, Corfu, NY 14036 (If you plan on attending the burial please arrive at 12:45pm).

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wilmot Cancer Center, 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642. 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.

Former head of drug task force looking forward to more normal hours after retirement

By Howard B. Owens
Oct 23, 2012, 12:36pm

After more than 20 years with the Sheriff's Office, Sgt. Steve Mullen, head of the Local Drug Enforcement Task Force, retired Friday.

Sheriff Gary Maha announced the retirement today.

Mullen has taken a job as a private investigator.

For nearly two years, Mullen has been talking about retirement. As one

Alexander alum Mullen completes first pentathlon for Redhawks in record-breaking fashion

By Press Release
Dec 21, 2024, 2:37pm

By Connor Beagle

Alexander Central High School has produced plenty of athletic talent throughout the years and the Roberts Wesleyan University track and field program has capitalized on all that talent through the college recruiting process.

Two of the most recent stars to come through Alexander have been Hailee

This time, it's Dundee going home after ND dominates in 28-6 victory

By Howard B. Owens
Oct 20, 2012, 11:11pm

Notre Dame has faced Dundee in four of the past five seasons of sectional play, losing in overtime on a questionable no-call penalty, falling in a blow-out where some thought Dundee ran up the score, and then failing to hold a late fourth-quarter lead.

The tables were turned on

Notre Dame scores five touchdowns against Wellsville for a 34-7 victory

By Howard B. Owens
Oct 7, 2012, 11:43am

Notre Dame won against Wellsville on Saturday, securing a 34-7 home victory.

The Fighting Irish are 5-1 on the season and play Attica next week in a game that will determine whether Attica wins the Genesee Region title outright or if there will be a three-way tie of ND, Attica

Le Roy, Notre Dame look to continue sectional run

By Nick Sabato
Oct 31, 2012, 6:36pm

Notre Dame Fighting Irish (8-1) vs. Avon Braves (8-1)

Notre Dame captured their first sectional championship since 2006 after dominating Clyde-Savannah last week, 26 to 6. The Fighting Irish shut down the Golden Eagles’ offense that came in averaging nearly 46 points per game on the season. They managed to

Le Roy, Notre Dame football in Rochester Saturday for sectional play

By Nick Sabato
Oct 25, 2012, 2:04pm

#6 Bath Rams (5-3) vs. #2 Le Roy Oatkan Knights (7-1)

Le Roy survived a tough first round test from Holley last week to advance to the Class C Semifinals, where they will face sixth-seeded Bath.

The Knights ran for 314 yards last week, despite playing without leading rusher, Peter

Notre Dame puts together big game in the rain to win Section V title

By Howard B. Owens
Oct 28, 2012, 1:59pm

Following a 26-6 Section V Class D title victory of Clyde-Savannah, Notre Dame's Head Coach Rich Mancuso said a lot of the credit for the win could go to the offensive line.

"Our offensive line and Anthony Paladino did an absolutely outstanding job of blocking and that’s really controlled the

Thornton receptions help pull down OT win for Notre Dame

By Howard B. Owens
Oct 13, 2012, 11:50pm

Tim McCulley and Jared Thornton made quite a duo on Saturday, helping to lead the way for a Notre Dame victory over Attica in an overtime game, 32-26.

The quarterback and receiver connected 10 times for 240 yards and four touchdowns.

The two biggest plays came in the fourth quarter

Hurricane Sandy -- closures, cancellations, postponements, rescheduling

By Billie Owens
Oct 29, 2012, 1:41pm

We encourage readers to send us information about closures, cancelations and postponements or rescheduling of events, roads, activities, businesses, services, etc., as we all hunker down in preparation for Hurricane Sandy. I'll add them ASAP.

E-mail them to:

billie@thebatavian.com

or

howard@thebatavian.com

*********************

Phone:

Billie (585) 905-5581

Howard (585) 260-6970

Sgt. Thomas Sanfratello named officer of the year, responders to incident recognized at annual Sheriff's awards

By Press Release
Dec 20, 2024, 7:30am

The Genesee County Sheriff's Office held its annual awards luncheon on Tuesday and released the following press release announcing the awards.

Officer of the Year Award –
Sergeant Thomas A. Sanfratello has distinguished himself in the performance of service to the citizens of Genesee County during 2024.

In

Batavia-based Christian recording artists Brothers McClurg headline concert at Northgate on Thursday

By Howard B. Owens
Dec 16, 2024, 8:10am

When Brothers McClurg, a Grammy-nominated Christian Americana band with roots in Buffalo and a base in Batavia, gather around a mic, they aim to do their part to serve God.

Guitarist Jeremy Thompson looks at it like this: "I feel like it's the kid with the five loaves and the bread just walking up and saying, 'This is what I got, and I want to use it for you, Lord,' you know? (John 6:1-13) If it blesses somebody, that's great. That's just to simplify it because God can do more with our little bit. I just want to get to the end and know that I used my gift in the most fulfilling way."

Search results