Obituaries

Matthew John "Matt, Mongo" Spychalski

Matthew John "Matt, Mongo" Spychalski

April 7, 2022

Holley:  Matthew John Spychalski, 60, passed away suddenly at his home April 7, 2022.  Matt was born March 12, 1962 in Brockport, a son of Mary Ann (Janus) Spychalski and the late Kenneth John Spychalski.  “Mongo” was a graduate of Holley High School, class of 1980 and was a member of the Section 5, championship Baseball team.  After High...

Arthur R. "Art" Beach

Arthur R. "Art" Beach

April 6, 2022

(ALBION)

Arthur R. “Art” Beach, age 77, died April 6, 2022 in the Premier Genesee Nursing Center following a long illness.

He was born December 4, 1944 in Albion to Herbert and Lucy (Crane) Beach and was a life-long resident of this area.  A former employee...

Doris I. "Dorie" Rodas

Doris I. "Dorie" Rodas

April 5, 2022

Holley: Doris I. “Dorie” Rodas, age 89, went to be with the Lord on April 5, 2022. She was born January 31, 1933 to the late Arthur and Lillian (Moore) Youngs, the middle child out of 17 siblings.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Donald, son Marty, siblings, Hugh “Ted”, Arthur “Sonny”,...

Sandra K. Wills (Kuhns)

Sandra K. Wills (Kuhns)

April 3, 2022

Albion:  Sandra K. Wills, 73, passed away April 3, 2022 at the Martin Linsin Residence.  She was born March 25, 1949 in Albion, NY a daughter of the late George and Eunice (Lusk) Kuhns.

She was predeceased by her brother Ted Kuhns, son, Flick Wills and soulmate, Clyde Dickes.

She is survived by her daughters,...

Charles W. "Charley" Walter

Charles W. "Charley" Walter

March 31, 2022

(BARRE)

Charles W. “Charley” Walter, age 88, died March 31, 2022 surrounded by his family lovingly at his side.

He was born February 10, 1934 in Port Ann, PA to the late Roy and Sarah (Liddick) Walter and had lived in this area most of his life. ...

Shirley A. Robichaud

Shirley A. Robichaud

March 30, 2022

Amherst: Shirley A. Robichaud, age 83, passed away March 30, 2022. She was born May 16, 1938 to the late Carmine and Anna Palladino. Services for Shirley will be held privately. Arrangements entrusted to the Sherrie Bream Funeral Home, Gasport, NY. To share a special memory of Shirley, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

James D. Carithers Sr.

James D. Carithers Sr.

March 27, 2022

OBITUARY  NOTICE

(ALBION)

James D. Carithers Sr., age 72, died March 27, 2022 in the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence following a brief illness.  Though born in Rochelle, GA, he grew to find his life calling as a husband, father and hardworking farmer and field foreman.

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Wilbert Roy "Woody" Clark

Wilbert Roy "Woody" Clark

March 26, 2022

Wilbert “Woody” Roy Clark, age 87, of Crossett, Arkansas, passed away on March 26, 2022.  He was born on December 12th, 1934 in Clarksburg, Pennsylvania to Charles F. Clark and Martha E. Johns.

Woody was a supervisor at Bemis Bag Company in Crossett, Arkansas, currently Hood Packaging.  His hobbies included carpentry and mechanic work. ...

Robert W. "Bob" Galbreath

Robert W. "Bob" Galbreath

March 24, 2022

Robert W. Galbreath, age 89, died March 24, 2022 in Orchard Rehabilitation Center following a brief illness.

He was born September 20, 1932 in Marion, IL to Faye and Georgiana (DeBose) Galbreath and had lived in this area over 55 years.  Bob was a United States Airforce Veteran achieving the rank of Master Sergeant and served in the...

Jacqueline M. "Jacquie" Hastings

Jacqueline M. "Jacquie" Hastings

March 23, 2022

(NIAGARA FALLS/ALBION)

Jacqueline M. Hastings, age 28, passed away on March 23, 2022 following a long illness.

She was born on December 22, 1993 in Brockport to Terri Page and Cecil K. Hastings. Jackie was a big fan of Disney movies- namely Winnie the Pooh, food, and most especially her dogs.  Her favorite...

Betty Moss

Betty Moss

March 18, 2022

The Life and Legacy of Betty Moss

Sunrise: February 20, 1947

Sunset: March 18, 2022

Age: 75 years

Calling Hours and Service Held At:

Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes

21 West Avenue Albion, New York 14411 on...

Linda Lee McGlen (Geiss)

Linda Lee McGlen (Geiss)

March 16, 2022

(CLARENDON) Linda Lee (Geiss) McGlen, age 80 went to be with her Lord on March 16, 2022 after a long illness.

Formerly of Irondequoit and Greece, NY, she was predeceased by her parents: Elizabeth and Wilfred Geiss of Irondequoit.  She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 58 years, Jim, her sons and...

Jeanette Elizabeth Kelly

Jeanette Elizabeth Kelly

March 15, 2022

Avon: Jeanette Elizabeth Kelly, age 82, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on March 15, 2022. She was born March 4, 1940 in Mumford, NY to the late Bernard and Esther (Pritchard) Hayward Sr.

Jeanette loved knitting, crocheting, reading, and cats. She worked for many years at the Avon Nursing Home and also as...

David DiLaura

David DiLaura

March 14, 2022

Albion: David DiLaura, age 69, passed away March 14, 2022 at the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence. He was born November 21, 1952 in Albion to the late Ellis and Catherine (Aina) DiLaura.

David was a proud recipient of the 20 year Longevity of Participation in Arc award. He loved listening to music and going for boat rides....

Shawnie M. Gauthier

Shawnie M. Gauthier

March 13, 2022

Medina: Shawnie M. Gauthier, age 17, passed away March 13, 2022. She was born May 4, 2004 in Medina to Taunya and Terry Gauthier.

Shawnie loved listening to country music, spending time with her grandmother and family.

Shawnie was predeceased by her paternal grandparents, Walter and April Gauthier.

Shawnie is survived by her...

Lewis E. Hyde

Lewis E. Hyde

March 13, 2022

Batavia:  Lewis E. Hyde, 29, died suddenly March 13, 2022.  He was born July 2, 1992 in Medina, a son of Christine Hyde and Armando Barajas.

In addition to his parents, Lewis is survived by his siblings, Sue Ellen Recio Hyde, Veronica P. Barajas, Rosa Velazquez, Simon Velazquez, Marcos Velazquez and Maya Perez; special family friend Glenn...

Madeline A. (Downey) Drabkowski

Madeline A. (Downey) Drabkowski

March 13, 2022

Holley:  Madeline A. Drabkowski, 87, passed away March 13, 2022.  Madeline was born September 12, 1934 in Hornell, NY a daughter of the late Placidus and Ida (Lehman) Monn.  Madeline was a Health Kinesiologist in Middletown, NY for many years.  She enjoyed gardening, spending time with her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Madeline also enjoyed a glass of...

John N. "Gramps" Bartel

John N. "Gramps" Bartel

March 13, 2022

(Albion)  John N. “Gramps” Bartel age 67, passed away unexpectedly at his home on March 13, 2022.  John was born December 18, 1954 in Buffalo, a son of Shirley (Jones) and the late Norman Bartel and had lived in this area most of his life.

John worked as a plumber at Albion Correctional Facility retiring after 25...

Shannan M. Bradley

Shannan M. Bradley

March 12, 2022

(Albion/Rochester) Shannan M. Bradley, 41, passed away March 12th, 2022 following a long illness. She was born in San Diego, California on June 16th, 1980 to Stephen C. Bradley and Loralynn M. Canne.

Shannan’s favorite activity was spending time with her children.

Shannan was predeceased by both sets of her grandparents, Robert & Beatrice Canne,...

Gloria Lynch

Gloria Lynch

March 12, 2022

(Albion) Gloria Lynch age 79 passed away March 12, 2022 at Highland Hospital following a short illness.  She was born January 10, 1943 in Beaufort, SC, a daughter of the late Joseph, Sr. and Susie (Heyward) Middleton and had lived in this area for over 50 years.

Gloria was one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, a long-time member of the Albion...