Obituaries
Ronald E. Riley Sr.
August 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
August 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...
Louise Mae Welch
August 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
August 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
August 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
August 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
August 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
August 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
August 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
August 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
August 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
August 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
August 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
August 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
August 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
August 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
August 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
August 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
July 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
July 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....
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