Obituaries
Gary L. Weader
November 17, 2021
Holley: Gary L. Weader, age 81, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2021 and was reunited with the love of his wife, Thelma. He was born June 5, 1940 in Beaver Falls, PA. Gary served in the U.S. Army as a U.S. Army Ranger and was a member of the Holley VFW. He enjoyed watching NASCAR, especially rooting for Dale...
Debra Ann "Debbie" McAllister (Kephart)
November 17, 2021
(Medina/Albion) Debra Ann McAllister age 64, passed away suddenly November 17, 2021 at her home. She was born December 9, 1956 in Lockport, NY and had lived in this area all of her life. Debbie graduated from Medina High School and after, she worked as an LPN at Orchard Manor Nursing Home. She worked for Albion Correctional Facility as a...
Loretta M. Lonnen
November 16, 2021
(ALBION) Loretta M. Lonnen, age 75, died November 16, 2021 in Strong Memorial Hospital following a short illness. She was born December 22, 1945 in Lockport, a daughter of Howard and Laura (Tanner) Bane and was a life-long resident of this area. Loretta enjoyed crocheting and studying genealogy but her real passion was creating and tending to her gardens. Ms....
Deborah H. Merlin (Hinkley)
November 15, 2021
Deborah H. Merlin, 72, of Gasport, passed away suddenly November 15, 2021 at her home. She was born October 21, 1949 in Sharon PA., a daughter of the late Carl and Agnes (Brauen) Hinkley. Deborah was an active member and held various positions at the Hartland United Methodist Church. She enjoyed traveling to visit family, reading and the Buffalo Bills....
Bernice Froman
November 15, 2021
Albion: Bernice Froman, age 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on November 15, 2021. She was born May 14, 1934 on the Six Nations Indian Reservation in Ohsweken, Ontario, Canada to the late Peter and Mina. Bernice liked watching her children and grandchildren play softball and any sports they were involved in. She was a funny woman who...
Buffie G. Gleason
November 13, 2021
Holley: Buffie G. Gleason, age 54, passed away November 13, 2021 after a long battle with cancer. She was born October 17, 1967 in Albion to Gerald and Gloria (Sanford) Harter. Buffie worked for the Holley CSD for 26.5 years before she retired in 2020. She loved going camping, playing BINGO, scratch offs, going to the casino and going to...
Ronald C. Daniels Jr.
November 13, 2021
Middleport: Ronald C. Daniels Jr., 57, passed away November 13, 2021 at his home surround by his family. Ron was born May 19, 1964 in Painesville, OH., a son of Barbara (Allen) Daniels and the late Ronald C. Daniels Sr. Ron served in the United States Army from 1984-1987 and was a former employee of Milward Alloys in Lockport. Ron...
Mary H. McGaffick
November 13, 2021
Albion: Mary H. “Mitzi” McGaffick, age 60, passed away after a long illness on November 13, 2021. Mary was a graduate of the Albion High School Class of 1980. She served in the Marine Corps for 9 years and worked as a unit clerk at the VA in Batavia. Mary was a lover of all animals and always made sure...
Irene Woolston (Fishbaugh)
November 13, 2021
E. Irene (Fishbaugh) Woolston, 85, of Waterport, entered in to rest peacefully at home on Saturday November 13, 2021. Irene was born in Rochester, NY on December 26, 1935. She was the daughter of the late Charles and DeMaris Fishbaugh. Irene was predeceased by her husband, Glenn, brother Charles Fishbaugh, and sisters Betty Cushing, and Fanny DeMallie. Irene graduated for...
Gary L. Fanton
November 12, 2021
Holley: Gary L. Fanton, age 82, passed away peacefully November 12, 2021. He was born March 12, 1939 in Wellsville, NY to the late Howard and Edith (Harrington) Fanton. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Richard and sister-in-law, Carol Fanton. Gary is survived by his loving wife Donna, children, Tracey (Gary) Sicurella, Triena (Scott) Christ,...
Robert Douglas "Bob" Hills
November 11, 2021
(Clarendon) Robert Douglas “Bob” Hills age 84 passed away November 11, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born July 3, 1937 in Silver Creek NY, the son of the late Leonard and Deon (Cookson) Hills and had lived in this area for over 50 years. Bob graduated from Oakfield Alabama High School in 1955. He...
Lloyd B. Shay
November 10, 2021
Holley: Lloyd B. Shay, age 93, passed away peacefully at his home on November 10, 2021. He was born December 27, 1927 in Canandaigua to the late Harry and Gertrude (Fletscher) Shay. Lloyd served in the U.S. Army from 1946-1947 and 1950-1951. Lloyd was predeceased by his wife Rosebud in 2005 and all of his siblings. He is survived by...
Kenneth J. "Kenny" Heinz
November 10, 2021
Middleport: Kenneth J. Heinz, 65, passed away November 10, 2021 at Mount Saint Mary’s Hospital in Lewiston. He was born September 15, 1956 in Lockport, the son of the late Gerald and Leona (Chase) Heinz. Kenny was an accomplished artist, enjoyed watching movies and going to the Lockport YMCA to watch boxing tournaments. Kenny had a big heart and loved...
Franklin B. "Frankie" Barnett
November 9, 2021
(Albion) Franklin B. “Frankie” Barnett age 66 passed away November 9, 2021 at the Martin Linsin Residence. He was born August 11, 1955 in Brockport a son of the late Jonas and Ferne (Knittle) Barnett and had lived in this area most of his life. Franklin served in the U.S. Air Force from 1978-1982. He loved fishing, camping, helping his...
Ray R. Hartman
November 9, 2021
(ALBION) Ray R. Hartman, age 92, died November 9, 2021 in United Memorial Medical Center following a brief illness. He was born June 22, 1929 in Lancaster, NY to John and Alice (Leutloff) Hartman and had lived in many places around the Country where he was a long-time Minister for the Jehovah Witnesses, spending the last 25+ years in at...
Lizzie Lee Smith
November 8, 2021
Lizzie Lee Smith was born to the late TC and Sallie Kate Epps on October 4, 1941. She was raised in Monticello, GA, and was married to the late Freddie Smith. They had one daughter, Doris Christine Smith. Lizzie Lee moved to Albion in 1962. Lizzie worked multiple jobs in the food and manufacturing industries over the years, including at...
Lawrence "Baby Papa" Nelson
November 6, 2021
(ALBION) Lawrence “Baby Papa” Nelson, age 85, died November 6, 2021 in Rochester General Hospital following a brief illness. He was born June 19, 1936 in Bleachton, FL and had lived in this area since the 1950’s. Larry was a United States Army Veteran of the Vietnam War and a member of the AmVets and the American Legion. He attended...
Darl D. Ryan (Gillette)
November 5, 2021
Holley: Darl Ryan, 85, passed away suddenly Friday November 5, 2021 at her home. She was born December 23, 1935 in Brockport, NY a daughter of the late Jesse and Dorothy (Reamer) Gillette. Darl was a member of St. Mary R.C. Church. She was a graduate with high honors from Holley High School and was also a Secretary at Holley...
Steven L. Jurhs
November 5, 2021
(HILTON) Steven L. Jurhs, age 61, died unexpectedly at his residence November 5, 2021. He was born October 23, 1960 in Brockport to Victor and Jane (Drennan) Jurhs and was a life-long resident of this area. For many years, Steve worked as an HVAC Technician for various companies in the area. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan, enjoyed watching...
Clayton H. "Uncle Chubby" Downs
November 4, 2021
(Albion) Clayton “Uncle Chubby” Downs age 75 passed away surrounded by his loving family, November 4, 2021 at Absolut Care of Aurora Park. He was born September 5, 1946 in Batavia, a son of the late Floyd and Lottie (Johnson) Downs and had lived in this area all of his life. Clayton was a devoted race car driver, racing at...
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