Obituaries

Richard Krantz

Richard Krantz

Dec 25, 2023

(ALBION) Richard Krantz, age 72, died December 25, 2023 in his residence following a long illness. He was born October 2, 1951 in Clarence to Walter and Mary (Young) Krantz as had lived in this area all of his life. Mr. Krantz was predeceased by his parents. He is survived by brother: Frederick Krantz of Clarence and a sister: Alia...

Joyce C. Pulver

Joyce C. Pulver

Dec 25, 2023

(KENDALL) Joyce C. Pulver, age 83, died December 25, 2023 in Elderwood of Lakeside at Brockport. She was born January 12, 1940 in Hornell to Lorraine “Boomer” and Arlta “Mildred” (Burdick) Claire and had lived in this area over 50 years. Joyce was a graduate of Alfred-Almond Central School and also had attended Alfred State University. She was a member...

Carol E. Rairie

Carol E. Rairie

Dec 23, 2023

Gasport: Carol E. Rairie, age 80, went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 23, 2023. She was born July 6, 1943 in Lockport to the late Louis F. and Margaret L. (Brown) Bauer.

Carol loved doing anything sewing related. Oftentimes, she would crochet, sew and quilt many blankets. She also enjoyed going camping, reading, gardening and tending...

Evelyn Mae Parks

Evelyn Mae Parks

Dec 22, 2023

 

East Aurora: Evelyn Mae Parks, age 93, passed away December 22, 2023 at Mercy Hospital. She was born March 23, 1930 in Rochester to the late Charles and Clara (Johnston) Parks.

Evelyn was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother David Parks.

Evelyn is survived by her children,...

Irene M. Rouse

Irene M. Rouse

Dec 21, 2023

Albion:  Irene M. Rouse, age 104, passed away December 21, 2023 at the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence.  Irene was born in the Town of Shelby December 26, 1918, a daughter of the late Grover and Minnie (Schultz) Bailey.  Irene had lived most of her life at Oak Orchard on the Ridge.  She was married to Edward Rouse May 14, 1938...

Donald R. Emanuele

Donald R. Emanuele

Dec 21, 2023

(HOLLEY) Donald R. Emanuele, age 82, died peacefully December 21, 2023. He was born December 9, 1941 in Rochester to Daniel and Teresa (Stazie) Emanuele and was a life-long resident of this area. Don was a member of St. Mary’s Church, enjoyed spending time with his family, going to the casino and scratch-off lottery tickets. He also enjoyed meeting his...

Damon C. Benfer

Damon C. Benfer

Dec 20, 2023

(ALBION/KENT) Damon C. Benfer, age 23, died suddenly December 20, 2023 as a result of a motor vehicle accident. He was born June 9, 2000 in Medina, a son of Jeff Benfer and Maria (Brabon) Vaillancourt and was a life-long resident of this area. He was a 2018 graduate of Albion Central School and worked as a mechanic at George’s...

Frank Mandigo

Frank Mandigo

Dec 20, 2023

Frank L. Mandigo “Pops”/”Poppy”, 79, of Kendall, NY passed away on 12/20/23 surrounded by love. He was born May 27, 1944 in Watertown, NY, son of the late Lewis and Dorothy Smith Mandigo. He graduated Watertown High School in 1962.He served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War and then worked until retirement (at an early age)...

Kevin Coons

Kevin Coons

Dec 20, 2023

GROTON:  Kevin J. Coons, age 67, died December 20, 2023 at 7:07pm surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 10, 1956 in Rochester, NY, a son of the late John Bowles and Lucille (Carey) Goho.

Kevin was an auto mechanic and had owned and operated K.C.’s Auto Service in Brockport for many years.  He enjoyed computers, wood...

James L. Hollenbeck

James L. Hollenbeck

Dec 18, 2023

 

James L. Hollenbeck entered into rest on December 18, 2023, at ECMC.  Jim was born in Lockport to Donald and Mary Ann (Moore) Hollenbeck on July 15, 1964.    Jim was raised in the Town of Royalton on Hollenbeck Rd.  He is now reunited with his dad and cherished mom as well as his beloved nephew, Louis.   Jim was retired...

Louise Lusk

Louise Lusk

Dec 17, 2023

(Holley) Louise D. Lusk, age 92, passed away December 17, 2023, at Strong Memorial Hospital after a heart attack and further complications. She was born January 11, 1931, in Holley, a daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Donatelli) DeFilipps and had lived in this area all of her life. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her...

Todd M. Arlington

Todd M. Arlington

Dec 17, 2023

(Middleport) Todd Michael Arlington, suddenly passed away Sunday December 17, 2023, at his home. Todd was born in Kenitra, Morocco on May 5, 1971, on the US Naval Base where his dad was stationed. He was the loving son of Thomas and Deborah Arlington of Akron.Todd was a 1989 graduate of Royalton Hartland School and went to Niagara Community College...

Beatrice A. Benfer

Beatrice A. Benfer

Dec 16, 2023

(BARRE)Beatrice A. Benfer, age 87, died peacefully in her home December 15, 2023 while under the care of Hospice of Orleans. She was born April 15, 1936 in Beavertown, PA to Charles and Helen (Hendricks) Brouse and had lived in this area most of her life.She enjoyed baking, especially chocolate chip cookies but most of all, she enjoyed spending time...

Sarah Jane Wagner

Sarah Jane Wagner

Dec 15, 2023

Holley: Sarah Jane Wagner, age 91, passed away on December 15, 2023 at the New York State Veterans Home in Batavia. She was born February 20, 1932 in Hamlin to the late Horatio and Donna (Alderson) Mowers. Sarah was an active member of the Holley Fire Dept. Ladies Auxiliary and the St. Mary’s Women’s Club and Choir in her younger...

Noel J Zicari

Noel J Zicari

Dec 13, 2023

(ALBION) Noel J. Zicari, age 78, died December 13, 2023 at home surrounded by his family. He was born December 24, 1944 in Albion to Francis and Josephine (D’Alesio) Zicari and was a lifetime resident of this area. Noel was a United State Air Force Veteran of the Vietnam Era, a member of Holy Family Parish, The Shiloh Church, the...

Carol A. Rademacher

Carol A. Rademacher

Dec 12, 2023

Albion/Holley: Carol A. Rademacher, age 54, passed away after a short illness on December 12, 2023. She was born April 5, 1969 in Rochester to James and Arlene (Mussaw) Knutowicz.

Carol was a 1987 graduate of Albion High School and spent the majority of her life caring for countless people, including at the school where she worked as a bus...

Jeniavee Brown

Jeniavee Brown

Dec 12, 2023

(MEDINA) Jeniavee Brown, age 76, died unexpectedly December 12, 2023 in Orchard Rehab and Nursing Center. She was born January 22, 1947 in West Virginia to Ronald and Roxie (Stewart) Nichols and had lived in this area most of her life. Jeniavee was a member of Oak Orchard Assembly of God, and enjoyed cooking, fishing, gardening and going to the...

Marion L Marshall

Marion L Marshall

Dec 11, 2023

Holley:  Marion L. (Babcock) Marshall, age 96, passed away following a short illness on December 11, 2023.  She was born in Albion, NY a daughter of the late Jesse and Lucy Ada (Smith) Babcock.  Marion was a member of the Barre Center Presbyterian Church.  Marion and her late husband, Clifford, worked on the family farm in West Barre.  She also...

David C. Sanford Sr.

David C. Sanford Sr.

Dec 10, 2023

Albion: David C. Sanford, Sr. age 93, passed away December 10th at the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence after a short illness. He was born in Albion to the late Lloyd and Marjorie (Cole) Sanford.

David graduated from Albion High School in 1948, received his bachelor’s degree from Buffalo State University in 1952 and master’s degree in 1961. He served in...

Joan A. Peters

Joan A. Peters

Dec 10, 2023

Brockport: Joan A. Peters, age 93, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2023 at the Hildebrandt Hospice Care Facility. She was born June 12, 1930 in Rochester, NY.

Joan loved spending time with her family, friends, favorite cat, and watching John Wayne movies.

In addition to her parents, Joan was predeceased by her husband George Peters in 2005, son Glenn...

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