Obituaries

Louise Mae Welch

Louise Mae Welch

Aug 21, 2023

(Albion) Louise M. Welch age 88 passed away August 21, 2023 at her son-in-law’s home surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 23, 1935, in Brighton NY, a daughter of the late Jay and Mildred (Gouger) Crouse. Louise lived in the area until 1988, when she moved to Florida and returned home in 2012.Louise enjoyed bingo, volunteering at...

Jeffery A. Meiers

Jeffery A. Meiers

Aug 16, 2023

 

(HOLLEY)

Jeffery A. “Jeff” Meiers, age 67, died August 16, 2023 in Strong Memorial Hospital following a long illness.

He was born May 29, 1956 in Albion to Robert and Laura (Jansen) Meiers and was life-long resident of this area.  During his lifetime, Jeff enjoyed playing softball and watching NASCAR races and was a die-hard Dallas Cowboys fan.  Mr....

Albert "Chris" Prawel

Albert "Chris" Prawel

Aug 15, 2023

Albert “Chris” Prawel, 76, of Gasport, died peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on August 15th, 2023. He was born January 18, 1947 in Medina, the son of the late Carlton Sr. and Blanche (Fish) Prawel, and was a lifelong resident of the area.

Chris was a faithful member of Freedom Church in Lockport and was a...

Meredith Minier

Meredith Minier

Aug 14, 2023

Albion: Meredith L. Minier, age 72, passed away August 14, 2023. She was born September 30, 1950 in Albion to the late Eugene and Beverly (Murray) Leigh.

Meredith was predeceased by her beloved husband Lee Minier on November 16, 2007, her parents, brother John Leigh, brother-in-law David Hatch, and sister-in-law Dawn Kates.

Meredith is survived by her much-loved...

Robert C. Lusk

Robert C. Lusk

Aug 11, 2023

(Albion) Robert C. Lusk age 70 passed away August 11, 2023 at his home with loved ones by his side after a long courageous battle with cancer.  He was born February 22, 1953 in Brockport, a son of the late William and Lillian (Knapp) Lusk and had lived in this area all of his life.

Bob loved motorcycles, airshows and...

Carolyn Wisniewski

Carolyn Wisniewski

Aug 8, 2023

Carolyn (Perfitt) Wisniewski of Tomball, Texas, formally of Medina New York went to be with the Lord on August 8, 2023. She was born August 27, 1941, daughter of Maynard and Frances (Kams) Perfitt.

  Carolyn graduated from Albion High School in 1959. She worked 9 years for ASCS, 12 years for FMC, and 19 years for NYS Corrections, retiring...

Betty M. Fleming

Betty M. Fleming

Aug 8, 2023

Betty M. (Pendas) Fleming, age,86 passed away peacefully on August 8, 2023. She was born on September 27th, 1936, to her late parents, Domingo Soruco and Luisa Rios Soruco in Cochabamba, Bolivia and spent most of her life in California.

In Betty’s spare time, she liked to cook, sew, go out to eat, and go shopping. Betty is survived...

Thomas J. McCabe

Thomas J. McCabe

Aug 8, 2023

 

Albion: Thomas J. McCabe 81 of Albion, passed away August 8, 2023 with his loving family at his side. He was born on April 21, 1942 in Albion N.Y. He was the son of the late Frances and Mary (Vagg) McCabe.

Tom was a 1960 graduate of Albion Central School and SUNY Morrisville class of 1963. Tom retired from...

Janice Schifano

Janice Schifano

Aug 7, 2023

Rochester: Janice M. Schifano, age 72, passed away unexpectedly on August 7, 2023. She was born December 10, 1950 in Rochester to the late Michael and Pasqualina (DeBole) Schifano.

Janice enjoyed spending time with her son Christopher Schifano and cooking for him. He was her pride and joy.

Janice is survived by her loving son Christopher, aunt Sue...

Curtis A. Kujaneck

Curtis A. Kujaneck

Aug 7, 2023

(Albion/GA) Curtis A. Kujaneck age 89 passed away August 7, 2023 at Rochester General Hospital. He was born May 24, 1934 in Springville, NY, a son of the late William and Elsie (Bradford) Kujaneck and had lived in this area for over 5o years and moved to Winterville, GA 2 years ago.

Curtis retired from Graham Manufacturing in Batavia...

James G. Wilson

James G. Wilson

Aug 7, 2023

(Middleport) James G. Wilson age 90, passed away peacefully at his home August 7, 2023, with his loving wife by his side.  He was born December 20, 1932 in Winnipeg Manitoba Canada a son of the late James C. and Dorothy (Jones) Wilson.

James served in the US Army during Korea and Vietnam, retiring in 1982 after 22 years of...

James "Papa" Mapes

James "Papa" Mapes

Aug 6, 2023

Waterport: James “Papa” Mapes, age 75, passed away unexpectedly on August 6, 2023. He was born May 25, 1948 in Medina to the late Wallace and Ruby (Martin) Mapes.

“Let me tell you a story.” Papa enjoyed woodworking, spending time outdoors, listening to country music, maintaining his property and spending time with his dog Rocky. He worked for some...

Donald L. Silco

Donald L. Silco

Aug 4, 2023

Waterport/Holley/Bergen: Donald L. "Don" Silco, age 88, passed away peacefully August 4, 2023. He was born March 2, 1935 in Webster to the late Herbert and Margarite (French) Silco.  

Don worked as a Produce Manager at various local grocery stores before he retired from Tops in Medina. He loved to golf, fish, camp and listen to country music in his...

Margaret "Peggy" Jean (Ruhlman) Tucker VanNostrand

Margaret "Peggy" Jean (Ruhlman) Tucker VanNostrand

Aug 3, 2023

(Albion)

 Margaret “Peggy” (Ruhlman) Tucker VanNostrand, age 94, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2023 at her home.

She was born March 5, 1929 in Albion to the late Edward and Vera (Schmitt) Ruhlman. Peggy was a member of the American Legion Post #35 Ladies Auxiliary, the St. Mary’s Athletic Club, Junior Wilson’s Sportsman Club, and a member and...

Gaylord R. LaClair

Gaylord R. LaClair

Aug 3, 2023

(MURRAY)

Gaylord R. LaClair, age 63, died August 3, 2023 in Unity Hospital following a long illness.

He was born October 14, 1959 in Rochester to Gaylord C. and Julia Ulrich and was a life-long resident of this area and was the #1 Dallas Cowboys Fan. Gaylord was an Autobody Technician and Mechanic and worked for Paul Marshall...

Gregory A. Groat

Gregory A. Groat

Aug 1, 2023

(Kent NY) Gregory A. Groat age 68 passed away August 1, 2023 at Rochester General Hospital. He was born June 9, 1955 in Rochester, a son of the late Paul and Agnes (Schneider) Groat and had lived in this area all of his life.

He was a member of the St. Mary’s Athletic Club in Albion and the Operating...

Jennifer Lynn Davila

Jennifer Lynn Davila

Jul 31, 2023

 

Albion: Jennifer Lynn “Jenny” Davila, age 33, passed away unexpectedly on July 31, 2023. She was born December 8, 1989 in Brockport, NY.

Jenny loved to party and have a good time. She was always a social butterfly and willing to entertain. Her greatest love was spending time with her children and family who will all miss her dearly.

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Josephine Paduano

Josephine Paduano

Jul 31, 2023

Fancher: Josephine Paduano, lifelong Fancher resident, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2023 at the age of 104. She was born April 23, 1919 to the late Vincenzo and Catherine (Carlone) Vendetta.

Josephine was a member of St. Mary’s and St. Rocco’s Churches where she served as a reader, Eucharistic Minister and was active in the Rosary Society. St....

Charles F. Warney

Charles F. Warney

Jul 30, 2023

 



Holley: Charles F. “Charlie” Warney, age 64, passed away after a long illness on July 30, 2023. He was born August 28, 1958 in Rochester, NY to the late Eugene and Lillian (Dodson) Warney.

Charlie was a mechanic by trade as was able to fix anything and everything and enjoyed working on his 1964 Chevy Bel Air. He...

Charlotte K. Vincent

Charlotte K. Vincent

Jul 27, 2023

(ALBION) Charlotte K. Vincent, age 76, died July 27, 2023 in Orchard Rehab and Nursing Center following a long illness.

She was born June 14, 1947 in Lancaster, OH to Willard and Gladys (Julian) Cox and had lived in this area since 2012. Charlotte was a self-employed Medical Transcriptionist and enjoyed camping, fishing, and making beaded jewelry. Mrs. Vincent...

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