Obituaries

Linda L. Reigle (Shultz)

Linda L. Reigle (Shultz)

Oct 13, 2021

(MEDINA) Linda L. Reigle, age 66, passed away peacefully October 13, 2021 in Unity Hospital following a brief illness. She was born November 8, 1954 in Batavia to James and Dolores (Dennany) Shultz and had lived in this area most of her life. Linda worked as a Line Inspector for BMP in Medina for many years and in her spare...

Donna W. DeFilipps

Donna W. DeFilipps

Oct 12, 2021

Clarendon: Donna W. DeFilipps passed away suddenly on October 12, 2021. She was born May 10, 1956 in Brockport. Donna was a graduate of Holley High School class of 1974. She owned DeFilipps Grocery & Deli in Clarendon for many years. She was a life member of the Clarendon Historical Society and Concordia Lutheran Church/Hope Church. Donna enjoyed entertaining at...

Elizabeth "Betty" Kirby (Rock)

Elizabeth "Betty" Kirby (Rock)

Oct 11, 2021

Albion: Betty Kirby, 96, passed away peacefully October 11, 2021 at the Martin Linsen Hospice Residence. She was born August 31, 1925 in Rochester, NY., a daughter of the late Harry and Ann (Mitchell) Rock. Betty was a member of Holy Family Parish-St. Joseph’s Church. She was predeceased by her husband John; daughter, Roxanne; brothers, Harold and Jack Rock; sister,...

Kelly M. Ricker (Sidari)

Kelly M. Ricker (Sidari)

Oct 10, 2021

Kelly Sidari Ricker, May 18, 1971 – October 10, 2021, passed away at Martin Linsin Residence in Albion surrounded by her loving family. Kelly was a 1989 Graduate of Albion High School. Kelly served Albion Central School for 30 plus years as a lifeguard and lately assistant swim coach. She was very active as a Girl Scout, a leader, and...

Dennis J. Sheelar

Dennis J. Sheelar

Oct 10, 2021

Dennis J. Sheelar, age 93, died October 10, 2021 in his home following a short illness. He was born December 6, 1927 in Barre Center to Dennis F. and Mary (Bloom) Sheelar and was a life-long resident of this area. Dennis was a United States Army Veteran of WWII, ‘The Big Red One’, and a former member of St. Stephen’s...

E. Gail Smith

E. Gail Smith

Oct 10, 2021

Middleport: E. Gail Smith, 71, passed away at her home Sunday October 10, 2021, with her loving family at her side. Gail was born April 2, 1950 in Miles City MT., a daughter of the late Harold & Rose (Litschauer) Quigley. Gail grew up in Montana and graduated from Miles Community College in 1975 with her Associate’s degree in Nursing....

Magenta L. Scott-Matthys

Magenta L. Scott-Matthys

Oct 4, 2021

(Albion) Magenta Scott-Matthys age 30, passed away October 4, 2021 at Strong Memorial Hospital surrounded by her mom and auntie Sheila. She was born October 17, 1990 in Rochester, a daughter of Kathy (Michael) Schreib Tyler and Artis Scott and had lived in this area all of her life. Magenta graduated from Albion High School in 2009. She loved her...

Timothy J. "Tim" Dyte

Timothy J. "Tim" Dyte

Oct 3, 2021

DYTE, TIMOTHY JOSEPH August 6, 1956 – October 3, 2021 Tim never met a Lab he didn’t like. Because of this he rescued many Labrador dogs over his lifetime, coining the phrase, “Used Dog” when referring to his first rescue, Clyde. But Labs were only part of his love of animals. Tim worked for the Buffalo Zoo and for the...

Midge Jenks (Comden)

Midge Jenks (Comden)

Oct 3, 2021

Holley: Magdaline “Midge” Jenks (Comden), passed away October 3, 2021 after a courageous two-year battle with lung cancer, she was 82 years old. Midge was predeceased by her parents, Nicholas and Sadie Salerno. Midge is survived by her children, Kevin (Abby), David (Dawn), and Vickie Comden, her grandchildren, Kelly (Radames), Brandon (Gailyn), Carter (Rachel), and Cole (Lanie), great-granddaughter, Sophia, the...

Wayne G. Glena

Wayne G. Glena

Oct 3, 2021

Wolcottsville: Wayne G. Glena, age 74, passed away unexpectedly at his home on October 3, 2021. He was born October 30, 1946 in the Town of Royalton to the late Avery and Erma (Wolfe) Glena. Wayne was an avid Buffalo Bills fan and enjoyed spending his retirement watching movies and Westerns with John Wayne. He also spent time traveling and...

Leonard S. "Len" Radzinski

Leonard S. "Len" Radzinski

Oct 3, 2021

Leonard S. Radzinski, a longtime resident at Cloverhill Adult Home, Albion, passed away at Orleans Community Health on October 3, 2021 after a prolonged battle of health issues. He was born February 15th, 1933, son of Stanley J. and Veronica Noreck Radzinski, predeceased by sister, Genevieve R. Wolffe and niece Carol Wolffe Fortunato. Len is survived by his devoted sister,...

Liston B. "Benny" Robertson

Liston B. "Benny" Robertson

Oct 2, 2021

(Waterport) Liston B. “Benny” age 87 died October 2, 2021 at the VA Medical Center in Batavia. He was born May 3, 1934 in Clarendon, a son of the late Frederick G. and Zola V. (Ward) Robertson and had lived in this area all of his life. Benny served in the US Army during the Korean War and was a...

S. Isabelle Schultz (Noble)

S. Isabelle Schultz (Noble)

Sep 30, 2021

(Middleport) S. Isabelle Schultz (Bauer) (King), age 100, died September 30, 2021 while at the Supportive Care of Orleans Martin Linsin Hospice Residence in Albion. She was born April 16, 1921 in the Town of Hartland to James and Annie (Annable) Noble and was a life-long resident of this area. Isabelle was a 70 year member of the Middleport United...

Donald Paul Eberlin

Donald Paul Eberlin

Sep 30, 2021

Donald Paul Eberlin June 24, 1961-September 30, 2021 Loving husband, father, grandfather Don was predeceased by his parents, Ken and Doris Eberlin, and two brothers, Paul (Linda) and Leland. He is survived by his loving wife, Ruth, son Thomas (Kelsey), Kate (Alex), grandchildren, Camden, Norah, Jameson, Natalie, Avery, and Genevieve, and many friends. Don was a proud retiree from Regional...

Phyllis P. Bassler (Weaver)

Phyllis P. Bassler (Weaver)

Sep 28, 2021

Newfane: Phyllis P. Bassler, 91, passed away September 28, 2021. She was born August 20, 1930 in Lockport the daughter of the late Howard and Mildred (Garner) Weaver. Phyllis had lived in Newfane most of her life. In 1950, Phyllis married Kenneth C. Bassler at Warrners Corners. She was predeceased by her husband Kenneth C. Bassler, son Kenneth H. Bassler,...

Philip L. Gurnsey

Philip L. Gurnsey

Sep 24, 2021

Albion: Philip L. Gurnsey age 59, passed unexpectedly at ECMC September 24, 2021 after a short illness. Born February 20, 1962 to Carl and Carolyn (Dawson) Gurnsey in Albion, N.Y. Phil had lived in this area his whole life. After graduation from Albion High School in 1980, he enlisted in the U.S. navy for three years. He was stationed aboard...

Cathy Lynn Michalak (DePoy)

Cathy Lynn Michalak (DePoy)

Sep 24, 2021

Lockport: Cathy L. Michalak, 62, passed away September 24, 2021 following a long illness. Cathy was born April 20, 1959 in Sutton, W. VA., the daughter of Bruce DePoy and the late Betty (Leavitt) Skutt. Cathy graduated from Niagara Community College with her LPN Certificate and was a former employee of Briody Nursing Home in Lockport. Cathy loved life and...

Bernadette M. "Penny" Margis (Wilson)

Bernadette M. "Penny" Margis (Wilson)

Sep 22, 2021

Clarendon: Penny Margis, 70, passed away September 22, 2021 at Strong Memorial Hospital following a long illness. She was born August 31, 1951 in Rochester, NY the daughter of the late Raymond and Loretta (Kelly) Wilson Sr. Penny was a past member of the Clarendon Fire Co. Support Unit and a former employee of Eastman Kodak Co. Penny enjoyed camping,...

Arnold E. "Arnie" Herdendorf

Arnold E. "Arnie" Herdendorf

Sep 22, 2021

Lockport: Arnold E. Herdendorf, 69, passed away suddenly September 22, 2021 as the result of a traffic accident. Arnold was born in Albion, NY September 7, 1952, the son of the late LeRoy and Betty (Brundish) Herdendorf. Arnold served in the US Army during Vietnam. He was a former employee of Sunset Drive-In and Waterport Lawn and Garden. Arnold enjoyed...

Cheryl Lynn Schepis (McQueen)

Cheryl Lynn Schepis (McQueen)

Sep 21, 2021

Cheryl Lynn (McQueen) Schepis, age 67 of Gasport, NY entered into rest on Tuesday, September 21, 2021. Born March 20, 1954, Cheryl is the daughter of the late Harry and Harriet (Knisley) McQueen. She is survived by her husband Anthony Schepis and three children: Angelo Schepis of Lockport, Jessica (Mike) Murray of Hartland, and Alex Schepis of Lockport. She also...

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