Obituaries

Carol N. Farkas

Carol N. Farkas

April 15, 2025

Barker: Carol N. Farkas, age 66, passed away peacefully with her loving family at her side on April 15, 2025. She was born May, 10, 1958 in Ithaca, NY to the late Carl and Ann(Tierney) Nedrow.

Carol was an exceptional quilter, creating countless quilts and other items for many people. She loved flowers of all kinds, but was very fond of...

Judith M. Goodrich

Judith M. Goodrich

April 13, 2025

Judith was born on July 7, 1942 at St. Jerome’s Hospital to the late Mary Margaret (Hibbard) and Milton Kenward. She was predeceased by her husband, A. Donald Goodrich of 36 years, by her brother David (Pat) Kenward, sisters Nancy Kenward and Elizabeth Hall, and her son Scott Lembke. She is survived by her children Heather (Robert) Robinson of North...

Patricia I. Peruzzini

Patricia I. Peruzzini

April 11, 2025

Albion: Patricia Irene Peruzzini came to rest at Orchard Manor Nursing Home on April 11, 2025. She was born on September 11, 1932, in Albion to the late Joseph and Bessie Lusk.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Richard, sons Gary and Larry Peruzzini, siblings, Betty, Bessie, Eunice, Stanley, George, Donald and David Lusk.

She is survived...

Carol J. Silco

Carol J. Silco

April 10, 2025

Holley: Carol J. Silco, age 78, passed away April 10, 2025 at Highland Hospital in Rochester. She was born April 19, 1946 in Brockport to the late John and Elsie (Cotter) McAllister.

Carol enjoyed cooking, fishing, gardening, canning, and camping at both Lake Alice and Rainbow Lake. She was a caring and kind woman who loved her family tremendously.

In addition to...

Shirley A. Wolfe

Shirley A. Wolfe

April 8, 2025

Greece/Waterport: Shirley (Ainsworth) Wolfe, age 93, passed away peacefully at her home on April 8, 2025. Shirley was born March 20, 1932 in Rochester a daughter of the late Earl and Gertrude (Nesbitt) Ainsworth. Shirley was a member of Holy Family Parish-St. Joseph’s Church, Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Ladies of Charity and a Eucharistic Minister. Shirley and her late...

Robert C. Tiberio

Robert C. Tiberio

April 4, 2025

Robert Charles Tiberio, age 85 of Holley, passed away Friday April 4, 2025, at Newfane Nursing Home. He was born October 5, 1939, a son of the late Elizabeth and Ernest Tiberio.

Robert was employed by LeChase Construction Co. as a heavy machine operator. He enjoyed boating, fishing, and gambling.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings Augie,...

Michael James Falkenstein

Michael James Falkenstein

April 3, 2025

Michael James Falkenstein, age 61, passed away in the loving arms of his family on Thursday, April 3, 2025. He died just as he lived, surrounded by family, friends, music, love and laughter. Mike is predeceased by his mother and father, Clarene and Robert Williamson. He is survived by his beloved wife, Kellie Burke, and his two beautiful daughters, Dr....

Robert J. Bernard Sr.

Robert J. Bernard Sr.

April 2, 2025

(MIDDLEPORT) Robert J. Bernard, Sr. age 82, died April 2, 2025 in Medina Memorial Hospital. He was born October 7, 1942 in Medina to Lawrence and Bernice (Gursslin) Bernard and was a life-long resident of this area. Robert was a United States Navy Veteran of the Vietnam War Era, and proudly served his community as a member of the Royalton...

Jeanne A. Zanow

Jeanne A. Zanow

March 31, 2025

Barker: Jeanne A. Zanow, age 87, passed away March 31, 2025. Jeanne was born in the Town of Hartland September 20, 1937 a daughter of the late Ben and Alice (Crawshaw) Landers. Mrs. Zanow was a 1955 graduate of Roy-Hart High School. She retired from Niagara County Dept. of Social Services. Jeanne and her late husband, Kenneth, enjoyed square dancing...

JoLynn Bull

JoLynn Bull

March 31, 2025

(Barker): JoLynn Bull, age 46, passed away on March 31, 2025. She was born on January 18, 1979, in Medina, NY to Robert and Barbara (Prentice) Dix.

JoLynn enjoyed anything to do with animals. From her goose that she raised as a baby to the chickens she took care of and can't forget her pigs ,cats and her chameleon. She loved...

Velma Jean (Hare) Schulwitz

Velma Jean (Hare) Schulwitz

March 30, 2025

Velma Jean (Hare) Schulwitz, age 98, passed away on March 30, 2025, at Brothers of Mercy Nursing Home. She was born on October 14, 1926, in Hartland, a daughter of the late Clarence and Clara (Robison) Hare.

After graduating from Barker High School, Velma attended Bryant & Stratton College in Buffalo. She went on to work as a comptometer and keypunch...

Esther A. Gabrys

Esther A. Gabrys

March 28, 2025

(Gasport) Esther A. Gabrys, passed away on Friday March 28th 2025. She was born on June 10th 1935 and was the daughter of the late Michael and Anna (stank) Drotter.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Joseph Gabrys whom she married on August 21, 1954 and were happily married for 69 years; her son Gary J...

John G. Neibel

John G. Neibel

March 28, 2025

(Brockport) John G. Neibel age 89, passed away March 28, 2025 at his home. He was born May 10, 1935, in Franklin County, IL a son of the late Andrew and Frances (Roberts) Neibel.

John had retired from Eastman Kodak in Rochester where he worked for many years. He was a member of Golden Heights Church. He was a hard worker...

Helene C. Sanders

Helene C. Sanders

March 24, 2025

Holley: Helene C. Sanders, age 84, left this life to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ on March 24, 2025 at the Edna Tina Wilson Living Center with her daughter by her side. She was born April 20, 1940 in Philadelphia, PA to Joseph and Edith Cornwall. Her father, Joseph, passed away while Helene was an infant. Her mother, Edith,...

Dennis A. Drought

Dennis A. Drought

March 23, 2025

Dennis A. Drought, age 76, of Winder, Georgia passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 1, 1948, to the late Edelbert James Drought and Lois Maude Emery. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, James E. Drought.

Dennis is survived by his daughters, Amber N....

David M. Ricci

David M. Ricci

March 23, 2025

(ALBION/ROCHESTER) David M. Ricci, age 82, died March 23, 2025. He was born February 26, 1943 in Albion to Peter(Sr.) and Rose (Monacelli) Ricci and had lived in Rochester for most of his life. David was a member of the National Guard, and had worked as a Construction Engineer for the NYS DOT for many years. He was a former...

Janice W. Stewart

Janice W. Stewart

March 21, 2025

(Fancher) Janice W. Stewart age 80, passed away March 21, 2025 at Highland Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 25, 1945, in Albion, a daughter of the late James and Genevieve Williams and had lived in this area all of her life.

Janice graduated from Holley High School. She worked at Eastman Kodak for 32 years retiring...

Robert D. Yiengst

Robert D. Yiengst

March 19, 2025

Albion: Robert D. Yiengst, age 62, passed away March 19, 2025, at Medina Memorial Hospital.

Robert was predeceased by the love of his life, Donna in 2023.

Robert is survived by his children, Rebecca Yiengst, Jennifer Yiengst, stepdaughter Mackenzie DeCarlo, his parents, Robert Yiengst and Jolene Laing, several grandchildren, sisters Kippie Glosser and Christine Timmel, as well as several nieces, nephews and...

Jolynn Heard

Jolynn Heard

March 18, 2025

Jolynn Heard, a beautiful 65 years young, left her earthly body, peacefully at home on March 18th.

Jolynn was predeceased by her parents Evelyn and Max Malachowski, her great-grandmother Thelma Crawford, and her beloved aunts (Ginny Rankin, Betty Sides, Sheila Ball) and uncle (Junior Rankin).

She leaves behind the love of her life, Alan Heard. They enjoyed a 24-year marriage; and although...

Dorothy E. Ergott

Dorothy E. Ergott

March 16, 2025

(ALBION) Dorothy (Allen) Ergott age 104, passed away March 16, 2025 in Orchard Rehab and Nursing Center. She was born August 25, 1920 in Somerset NY a daughter of the late Ervin and Rhoda (Brown) Allen. Dorothy had lived in this area all of her life and was a member of the Eagle Harbor Methodist Church. She enjoyed golf and...