Obituaries
Richard D. Bruning
May 8, 2024
(Lyndonville) Richard D. Bruning age 80, passed away May 8, 2024 at his home with his family by his side. He was born May 31, 1943 in Albion, a son of the late Louis and Dora (Eick) Bruning.Richard served in the US Air Force during the Vietnam Era. He was a member of S.C.O.P.E. He loved and built many computers,...
Bonita A. Bilicki
May 6, 2024
(ALBION) Bonita A. “Bonnie” Bilicki, age 77, died unexpectedly May 6, 2024 in Strong Memorial Hospital. She was born September 22, 1946 in Albion to Carl and Marion (Levandowski) Pawlaczyk and was a life-long resident of this area. Bonnie was a member of Holy Family Parish, the Jr. Wilson Sportsman Club, and a past member of the St. Mary’s Athletic...
John H. Poprawski Sr.
May 3, 2024
Kendall: John H. Poprawski, Sr., age 72, passed away on May 3, 2024. He was born September 18, 1951, in Rochester to the late Benjamin and Regina (MacDonald) Poprawski, Sr.John loved spending time outdoors. He and his late wife Debbie enjoyed going camping together all over the area. He also liked to hunt, fish, tinker on muscle cars and anything...
Dayle R. Beedham
May 3, 2024
Oakfield: Dayle R. “Dutchman” Beedham, age 67, died May 3, 2024. She was born in Albion April 23, 1957 and devoted her life to helping people as a Social Worker.Dayle strived to make others happy in everything she did. While working and caring for her two children, Dayle attended school part time for 13 years successfully earning her Masters in...
Nancy Jean Ross
May 2, 2024
(Albion) Nancy Jean Ross age 80, passed away May 2, 2024 at Strong Memorial Hospital following an illness. She was born November 27, 1943 in Buffalo, a daughter of the late Jesse and Lucy (Ruchaj) Avino and had lived in this area for over 20 years.Nancy enjoyed talking about football and baseball and liked to bowl.In addition to her parents,...
James H. Voelker
May 2, 2024
Gasport: James H. Voelker, age 79, passed away May 2, 2024. He was born January 27, 1945 in Lockport to the late Howard and Mary (Hayes) Voelker.Jim was a lucky man who spent his life doing all things he loved. He worked at the Courier Express as an apprentice for printing. He went on to work for UPS until his...
Beverly T. Verblaauw
May 2, 2024
(WATERPORT/HOLLEY) Beverly T. Verblaauw, age 92, died May 2, 2024 in the Orchard Rehab and Nursing Center. She was born August 13, 1931 and had lived in this area most of her life. Beverly was a member of the First Baptist Church of Holley, and enjoyed boating and cooking. She also was very family oriented and loved spending time with...
Mariellen E. Toman
Apr 29, 2024
(Medina) Mariellen E. Toman age 70, passed away April 29, 2024 at Medina Memorial Hospital. She was born October 2, 1953 in Albion a daughter of Joan (Hart) Sands and the late Earl Sands, Sr. Mariellen enjoyed doing crafts, playing bingo and going to the casino. In addition to her father, she was predeceased by her brothers Earl Sands, Jr....
Yong Cha "Kim" Hanes
Apr 26, 2024
Holley: Yong Cha "Kim" Hanes, age 77, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2024 at the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence in Albion. She was born April 15, 1947 in South Korea.Kim was predeceased by her son, Floyd in 2019.Kim is survived by her husband of 53 years, Carl, son Richard, granddaughter Nadia Hullfish, sisters in law, Doreen Hanes, Chris Tucker,...
Deborah C. Poprawski
Apr 25, 2024
Kendall: Deborah “Debbie” Poprawski, age 72, passed away on April 25, 2024. She was born September 11, 1951 in Medina to the late Ernest and Marion (Williams) West.Debbie loved spending time outdoors, especially camping with her husband John. She always took care of people during her life. She worked for many years for Lifetime Assistance and helped care for her...
Joseph F. Gabrys
Apr 24, 2024
(Gasport) Joseph F. Gabrys, owner and operator of Gasport Wood Products, passed away early Wednesday, April 24, 2024. He was born October 19, 1933, a son of the late Joseph and Frances (Mendrysa) Gabrys.
Shortly after the Korean War, he married Esther (Drotter) Gabrys. They were happily married for 69 years until his passing. Joe had a passion for hunting and...
Joyce H. Roberts
Apr 24, 2024
Albion: Joyce H. Roberts, age 90, passed away with her loving family by her side at the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence in Albion on April 24, 2024. She was born September 27, 1933 in Canandaigua to the late Chester and Thelma (Wallace) Haigh.Joyce was a longtime member of the Albion First Baptist Church, worked as a supervisor at OTB in...
Betsy J. Palacios
Apr 23, 2024
(Albion/Waterport) Betsy “Joanie” Palacios age 92, passed away at Strong Memorial Hospital Palliative Care on April 23, 2024 following a long illness. She was born June 7, 1931 in Albion, a daughter of the late Earl and Mattie (Parker) Sullivan.She was known as Joanie the Lunch Lady at Albion School District where she worked for 45 years. She enjoyed bowling,...
Jacqueline M. Bedford
Apr 23, 2024
Jacqueline M. “Jackie” Bedford of Gasport, formerly of Middleport, age 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on April 23, 2024 after a brief illness. She was born June 19, 1941 in Lockport to the late James and Cora (Raymond) Parker.Jackie was a retiree from Harrison Radiator after almost 30 years of employment. She along with her husband...
Mary Ann Scholl
Apr 21, 2024
(GASPORT) Mary Ann Scholl, of Gasport and Buffalo, NY, passed away peacefully at age 82. She was the daughter of the late Clarence and Grace (Sexton) Scholl. She was the loving sister of Margaret Scholl, Michael (Jacklyn) Scholl and the late Delores (Leonard) Shimkin. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. There will be no calling hours or...
Nancy A Wildziunas
Apr 21, 2024
(Rochester) Nancy A. “Non” Wildziunas age 93, passed peacefully April 21, 2024 with family and friends by her side. She was born August 2, 1930 in Rochester, a daughter of the late Michael and Eleanor (Barnatones) Wildziunas.Nancy had worked at the Rochester City School District for over 50 years. In her retirement, she spent time working with Junior Achievement of...
Louis H. McGuire Jr.
Apr 20, 2024
(ALBION) Louis H. McGuire, Jr., age 77, died April 20, 2024 in Orchard Rehabilitation and Nursing Facility. He was born February 13, 1947 in Albion to Louis and Arlene (Schmackpffer) McGuire and had lived in this area most of his life. Louis enjoyed fishing, taking car rides, watching the boats go in and out of the harbor at Pt. Breeze...
Bruno P. Pacini
Apr 19, 2024
Bruno P. Pacini of Medina, New York, formerly of Middleport, passed peacefully in the early hours of April 19, 2024 after a brief illness. He had celebrated his 102nd birthday this past January.Born in North Tonawanda, New York on January 21, 1922, he was the son of the late Guy and Leontine (Bourdon) Pacini. He graduated from North Tonawanda High...
Gertrude Szymanski
Apr 18, 2024
(GASPORT) Gertrude Szymanski, age 99, died April 19, 2024 in Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. She was born August 9, 1924 in Albion to Felix and Beatrice Kryzinski and was a life-long resident of this area. Gertrude was a person who took great pride in being a homemaker. She tended to her family with love, affection and great care. Gertrude loved...
James F. Davis
Apr 16, 2024
(West Barre) James F. Davis, age 87, passed away April 16, 2024 at Medina Memorial Hospital. He was born September 6, 1936 a son of the late Theodore and Ellen (Hitchcock) Davis and had lived in this area all of his life.James was a member of the West Barre Church. He farmed for many years and he and his wife...
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