Obituaries

Rodney F. Hughson

Rodney F. Hughson

January 29, 2025

Kendall: Rodney F. "Rod" Hughson, age 82, passed away on January 29, 2025 at the Villages of Orleans. He was born September 22, 1942 in Brockport to the late Lafayette and Besse (Behrend) Hughson.

Rod was the owner and operator of Rod Hughson Construction for over 25 years, working on countless projects in the area. He raced motorcycles professionally for several...

Lonnie Green Jr.

Lonnie Green Jr.

January 29, 2025

(ALBION) Lonnie Green Jr., age 54, died January 29, 2025 unexpectedly in Rochester General Hospital. He was born February 25, 1970 in Albion to Lonnie and Peggy Green and had lived in this area all of his life. Lonnie was a machinist by trade and was considered to be a workaholic. He loved to fish but most of all, loved...

John R. Flynn Jr.

John R. Flynn Jr.

January 28, 2025

Clarendon: John Robert Flynn Jr. entered into heaven on January 28, 2025 at age 67, after a five-year hard-fought battle with esophageal cancer. Born on March 16, 1957, in Rochester, NY. to John Robert Flynn Sr. and Jane (Train) Flynn, he lived most of his life in the Rochester area and Orleans County. He was the middle of five children...

Jennifer Steimer

Jennifer Steimer

January 28, 2025

Hamburg: Jennifer “Jen” Steimer, age 50, passed away January 28, 2025, following a short illness. Jen was born in Lockport February 9, 1974, the daughter of Bernice Johnson and the late Roger Steimer. Jen was a graduate of Royalton-Hartland class of 1992 and obtained her master’s degree from the University of Buffalo. Jen was employed at Catholic Health for many...

David John Monaghan

David John Monaghan

January 28, 2025

(Albion) David Monaghan, age 80, died January 28, 2025, in Highland Hospital. He was born December 28, 1944 in Medina to Clarence and Louise (Robinson) Monaghan and was a life-long resident of this area. David proudly served his Country in the National Guard during the late 60’s. He was a Life Member of the Ridgeway Volunteer Fire Department, a member...

Janice E. Lasal

Janice E. Lasal

January 27, 2025

(MIDDLEPORT/LYNDONVILLE) Janice E. “Noonie” Lasal, age 95, died January 27, 2025 in Strong Memorial Hospital following a long illness. She was born November 1, 1929 in Newstead, New York to Lloyd and Ellen (Kaegebein) Harrington and had lived in this area most of her life. Janice was a member of the Lyndonville United Methodist Church, the Medina Hospital TWIG, the...

Kenneth Draper

Kenneth Draper

January 27, 2025

Medina: Kenneth “Kenny” Draper, age 89, passed away peacefully January 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Kenny enjoyed wrestling, football, and spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He loved playing cards with his beloved wife, Loretta.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Loretta in 2020, favorite sister, Christine; sisters-in-law, Kathleen Denny and Shirley...

Candace L. Stark

Candace L. Stark

January 26, 2025

Rochester: Candace L. Stark, age 61, passed away January 26, 2025 at Strong Memorial Hospital. She was born September 18, 1963 in Rochester to the late Harold and Mildred Cobb.

Candace loved going on vacations, traveling and spending time with her family.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother Paul Cobb.

She is survived by her husband, Kerry, children...

Chad Napoleon

Chad Napoleon

January 26, 2025

(BROCKPORT) Chad Napoleon, age 53, died January 26 unexpectedly at his home. He was born September 16, 1971 in Brockport to Franklin and Darla (Spry) Napoleon and was a life-long resident of this area. Chad was the proud owner and operator of Napoleon Kitchens and Baths and was a master craftsman who took extreme pride in his work. In his...

Frances M. Schielke

Frances M. Schielke

January 26, 2025

(Lockport): Frances Schielke, age 102, passed away on January 26, 2025, in Lockport, NY. She was born on March 29, 1922, in Lockport, NY to the late Robert and Mildred (Bull) Baney.

Frances was a part of the Newfane United Methodist Church and volunteered in the kitchen for many public events. She was also an active member of the Newfane Historical...

Lisa Wilson

Lisa Wilson

January 25, 2025

(Albion) Lisa A. Wilson age 48, passed away January 25, 2025 at her home with her husband, 2 sons and three beloved dogs by her side. She was born April 20, 1976, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Gary and Susan (McKenna) Kingsbury and had lived in this area all of her life.

Lisa graduated from Albion High School in...

Shirley A. Steier

Shirley A. Steier

January 25, 2025

(SPENCERPORT) Shirley A. Steier, age 91, died peacefully January 25, 2025 in a place which is surrounded by and amidst the beautiful lilacs of Highland Park. She was born April 8, 1933 to Sherman and Ruth (Barber) Kidney in Orleans County. Shirley was a member of the Spencerport United Methodist Church, and was an avid bird watcher. She enjoyed gardening,...

Norbert Morton

Norbert Morton

January 23, 2025

(ALBION) Norbert “Mort” Morton, age 70, died January 23, 2025 in Rochester General Hospital following a long illness. He was born September 30, 1954 in Albion to Adolph and Mary (Noreck) Morton and was a lifelong resident of this area. Mort was an Eastman Kodak Retiree, a member of Holy Family Parish and belonged to the St. Mary’s Athletic Club...

James A. Miller

James A. Miller

January 22, 2025

(Albion) James A. Miller age 83 passed away peacefully at his home on January 22, 2025. He was born April 8, 1941 in Albion, a son of the late Albert and Cecile (Richards) Miller and had lived in this area for most of his life.

Jim served in the US Army. He was a member of St. Joseph’s Church and in...

Ann Marie Carr

Ann Marie Carr

January 22, 2025

(MEDINA) Ann Marie Carr, age 56, died unexpectedly January 22, 2025 in Orchard Rehab and Nursing Center. She was born June 21, 1968 in Medina to Melvin and Virginia (Downey) Carr and was a lifelong resident of this area. Ann enjoyed spending time with her family, doing adult electronic coloring on her phone, and working on cars with her late...

Stephen L. Ugorek

Stephen L. Ugorek

January 18, 2025

Albion: Stephen "Steve" Ugorek, age 75, passed away peacefully at his home on January 18, 2025, surrounded by family. He was born October 28, 1949, in Albion to the late Raymond and Elizabeth (Garrod) Ugorek.

Steve was deeply involved in his community, generously giving his time and talents on countless occasions. A proud Vietnam Veteran and a 4th Degree member of...

William E. Rowe Jr.

William E. Rowe Jr.

January 14, 2025

The Bard has bid us farewell. On January 14, 2025, William (Bill) Earl Rowe Jr. entered eternal rest at the age of 94. Born on July 22, 1930, to Katherine Stambough and William Earl Rowe Sr. in Rochester NY, William grew up in Utica before making his long-time home along the Erie Barge canal in Gasport.

Besides his parents, he is...

Chester W. Hein

Chester W. Hein

January 13, 2025

(Holley) Chet Hein age 75 passed away January 13, 2025, at Strong Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. He was born January 3, 1950, in Huntington WV, a son of the late Chester and Louise (Robert) Hein Hunt and had lived in this area since 1963.

Chet was a people person and enjoyed talking to everyone he met. He was a...

June C. Doud

June C. Doud

January 12, 2025

Barre: June C. Doud, age 88, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025 at her home. She was born November 7, 1936 in Rochester to the late Lawrence and Charline (Lazier) Hicks. 

June was an avid lover of anything elephant related. She enjoyed watching the Hallmark Channel, Champions League soccer, especially Manchester City, butter pecan ice cream, the Buffalo Bills and...

Rosa B. Nottingham

Rosa B. Nottingham

January 11, 2025

Medina: Rosa B. Nottingham, age 92, passed away January 11, 2025. She was born September 29, 1932 in Fola, WV to the late Lundy and Lula Holcomb.

Rosa always kept very busy around the house since she was a mother of 12 children. However, when she had free time, she enjoyed tending to her gardens, picking berries, baking, cooking and doing...

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