Obituaries

Timothy L. Cook Sr.

Timothy L. Cook Sr.

Sep 12, 2023

(Rochester) Timothy L. Cook, Sr. age 65 passed away September 12, 2023 at Strong Memorial Hospital after a long illness. He was born September 28, 1957 in Rochester, a son of the late Ernest and Jeannette (Koerner) Cook.Tim had worked as a maintenance worker at Kodak. He was a family man and looked forward to sending his good morning texts...

James L. Dusett

James L. Dusett

Sep 11, 2023

(KENDALL) James L. Dusett, age 80, died September 11, 2023 in Unity Hospital following a brief illness. He was born December 20, 1942 in Medina, NY to Lewis and Madeline (Kirkpatrick) Dusett and was a lifetime resident of this area. Jim was a member of Concordia Lutheran Church in Kendall, was a retiree of Eastman Kodak and was a member...

Janet Mignano

Janet Mignano

Sep 11, 2023

 

Holley: Janet D. Mignano, age 63, passed away September 11, 2023 after a hard fought battle with Leukemia. She was born April 4, 1960 in Charleston, SC to the late Clarence and Shirley (Ferraro) Schuler.

Janet was a 1978 graduate of Kendall High School and spent over 25 years working in the billing department at Oak Orchard Health before...

Adam Gulbranson

Adam Gulbranson

Sep 9, 2023

Albion: Adam J. Gulbranson, age 36, passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2023. He was born March 26, 1987 in New Hartford, NY to Mark and Tonya (Jaczynski) Gulbranson.

Adam was an avid fisherman, spending time at Black Lake, Lake Alice or any good spot he could find. He was known for his amazing cooking, especially his rice (even though...

Wilford K. Wraight

Wilford K. Wraight

Sep 6, 2023

Wilford K. “Willie” Wraight, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at the Martin-Linsin Residence of Hospice.  He was born February 4, 1934 in Pulteney NY, a son of the late Victor and Unadah (Brown) Wraight and had lived in this area most of his life.

He was an avid woodsman, hunter, and gardener. He grew up behind...

Dominic P. Marciszewski Jr.

Dominic P. Marciszewski Jr.

Sep 5, 2023

(ALBION) Dominic P. Marciszewski, Jr. age 91, died September 5, 2023 in Medina Memorial Hospital following a long illness. He was born July 26, 1932 in Albion to Dominic (Sr.) and Gladys (Sanderson) Marciszewski and was life-long resident of this area. Dominic was a United States Army Veteran of the Korean War and retired from Harrison Radiator in Lockport. He...

Jonathan Eric Clute

Jonathan Eric Clute

Sep 4, 2023

Gasport: Jonathan E. Clute, 71, passed away September 4, 2023. He was born December 16, 1951 in Medina, NY a son of the late Donald G. and Ruth (Stolt) Clute. John enjoyed repairing old TV’s and junk.He is survived by his brother, Walt Clute and sister, Susan Clute, both of Gasport; special friends, Tom Ulrich, Dave Lavery and Matt Chunco;...

Janet L. Gratz

Janet L. Gratz

Sep 1, 2023

Akron:  Janet L. Gratz, passed peacefully in her home on September 1, 2023 following a long battle with cancer.  She was born on April 3, 1966 at Sisters Hospital, daughter of Charles and Margaret Kittle.

Janet loved being outside and being with family and friends.  Janet enjoyed listening and attending various music concerts like Pink Floyd, Fleetwood Mac, and Lynyrd...

Patricia Joan Thompson

Patricia Joan Thompson

Sep 1, 2023

Albion: Patricia Joan Thompson, age 88, passed away peacefully at home on September 1, 2023. She was born January 7, 1935 in Irondequoit the daughter of the late Howard and Slyvia (Ingersol) Holden. In 1968, Pat and her family settled at Albion after years of traveling with her husband’s job. Pat had various jobs, but loved her last job as...

Donald Mellott

Donald Mellott

Aug 31, 2023

Amherst: Donald Mellott, age 78, passed away unexpectedly on August 31, 2023. He was born December 11, 1944 to the late Eugene and Marie (Herbert) Mellott.

Donald was a U.S. Army veteran who served his country during the Vietnam Conflict, receiving an honorable discharge. He worked for many years for the railroad before he retired.

He is survived by many...

Marjorie M. Perry

Marjorie M. Perry

Aug 31, 2023

Marjorie Manley Perry of Middleport, NY, went to be with the Lord on August 31, 2023. Born on November 13, 1929, she was the daughter of Edna Hare Manley and Homer Jerome Manley.

Marge married the late Charles Robert Perry on May 27, 1950, with whom she celebrated 70 years of marriage before he passed away on his 94th...

Peter C. Zayac Jr.

Peter C. Zayac Jr.

Aug 31, 2023

Lockport: Peter C. Zayac Jr, entered into rest peacefully on August 31, 2023. He was born February 25, 1926 in Lancaster to the late Peter C. Zayac Sr. and Antoinette C. Wienckski.

Peter served in the U.S. Army during WWII from 1944-1946. He was a loving and caring family man. He was a lifelong railroad train enthusiast.

He was...

Marcia J. Elwell

Marcia J. Elwell

Aug 29, 2023

Albion:  Marcia J. Elwell, 88, passed away August 29, 2023 at the Martin LInsen Hospice Residence.  She was born October 19, 1934 in Albion, a daughter of the late Chester and Celia (Jablonski) Sledzinski.  When Marcia was a young teenager , she lived in Greece for a few years.  Marcia enjoyed going to the casino, playing slot machines and traveling. ...

Joanne Wilder

Joanne Wilder

Aug 28, 2023

Wilder, Joanne, 82, passed away 8/28/23. She was predeceased by daughter Sherry and grandson Cole. Survived by children DeAnn Wilder of Henderson, NV, Pamela (Tom) Mulka of Albion, NY, Daniel Wilder of Albion, NY, Donna O’Malley of Dalton, GA, Sisters Mary Ann Goulden and Irene Dunn. She had 5 Grandchildren and 2 Great Grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Joann...

Larry H. Fisher

Larry H. Fisher

Aug 27, 2023

(Kendall) Larry H. Fisher age 86 passed away peacefully August 27, 2023 at the Villages of Orleans. He was born May 8, 1937 in Salamanca, NY, a son of the late Agustus and Ethel (Wood) Fisher and had lived in this area for the past 54 years.Larry served in the US Air Force from 1955-1959. He worked at Eastman Kodak...

Loretta J. Letts

Loretta J. Letts

Aug 27, 2023

Lockport:  Loretta Letts, 48, passed away August 27, 2023.  She was born in Medina May 5, 1975 the daughter of David and Sharon (Boyce) Letts.  “Red” was a 1995 graduate of Lyndonville High School and a former employee at Kleen Brite in Brockport.  Loretta’s greatest joy was spending time with family and friends.

In addition to her parents, Loretta is...

Donald Paul Webster

Donald Paul Webster

Aug 26, 2023

(GREECE/HOLLEY) Donald P. Webster, age 69, died August 26, 2023 at his residence following a long illness. He was born October 18, 1953 to Charles and Hazel (Mower) Webster. Don was an Eastman Kodak retiree and was and avid outdoorsman. He was a firearms enthusiast, liked watching old Western shows and person who enjoyed photography. Mr. Webster was predeceased by...

Gloria J. Lonnen

Gloria J. Lonnen

Aug 26, 2023

(Albion) Gloria J. Lonnen age 75, passed away August 26, 2023 at the Villages of Orleans following an extended illness. She was born January 15, 1948 in Albion, a daughter of the late Joseph and Florence (Garod) Luczak and had lived in this area all of her life.She was a member of the Victory Baptist Church where she found comfort...

Ronald E. Riley Sr.

Ronald E. Riley Sr.

Aug 25, 2023

(MIDDLEPORT) Ronald E. Riley Sr., passed away August 25, 2023 after a long battle from lung disease. Ron was born to the late Carlton and Evelyn (Dietrich) Riley. He worked for over 30 years at Harrison Radiator in Lockport and for 26 years for the Middleport Police Department. Mr. Riley was predeceased by his parents and a sibling, Michael Riley....

Marie J. Kempton

Marie J. Kempton

Aug 24, 2023

(Middleport/Gasport) Marie J. Kempton age 89, passed away August 24, 2023 at Medina Memorial Hospital. She was born October 21, 1933 in Newfane, a daughter of the late Fred and Mabel (Wolfe) Hass.Marie was a member of the Middleport United Methodist Church. She enjoyed gardening, shopping and spending time with her family; especially her grandchildren.In addition to her parents, she...

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