Obituaries

Michael S. McNamara, 65, of Greece/Holley, passed away peacefully Jan. 5, 2020. He was born in Rochester on June 7, 1954, a son of the late Clarence and Gladys (Stanin) McNamara.

Mike had a great love for music (the louder the better). He enjoyed dancing and trips to Las Vegas, and he was known to be a thrill seeker.

Mike was predeceased by his brother, Clarence “Kip.”

He is survived by his loving partner, Jodi Daniels Engert; beloved pet, “Sneeky Pete;” niece, Marlene (Edward) Conte of Eustis, Fla.; best friend, Terry Mosier; and also many friends.

The family will receive friends at Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Inc., 16650 Route 31, Holley, on Sat., Jan. 18 from 1 to 3 p.m., followed by his memorial service at the funeral home at 3 p.m.

Memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

To share a special memory of Mike, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Bonnie L. Ryder, 74, of Medina, entered into rest on Jan. 8, 2020 at Medina Memorial Hospital.

Born Aug. 31, 1945 in Batavia, she was a daughter of the late Cleon and Neva (Rutherford) Boothe. She graduated from LeRoy High School, class of 1963. She enjoyed bowling, playing bingo and cards, and her trips to the casino. Bonnie enjoyed socializing with her friends at Nutrifair in Albion but, most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She is survived by her children, David (Janet Faro) Ryder, Patricia (Ricky) Jones, Michael (Peggy Oliver) Ryder and Mark (Yuki) Ryder; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a sister, Luetta (late Boyd) McColl; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

She is predeceased by three siblings, Beverly Kirst, Sheila Vagg and Richard Boothe.

Her memorial service will be held on Sat., Jan. 11 at 2 p.m. at One Church, 208 Ann St., Medina. Interment will take place in Bates Road Cemetery at a later date.

Arrangements are in the care of Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com.

Michael C. Hofbauer, 71, of Albion, died Jan. 8, 2020 at his home. He was born July 7, 1948 in Elmira, N.Y., a son of the late Clement and Eleanor (Baylor) Hofbauer, and he lived in this area for the past 40 years.

Michael was a salesman who owned his own car dealership for many years. He loved the outdoors, whether he was walking in the woods, pheasant hunting, or just sitting outside. He loved dogs and raised German shorthaired pointers but, most importantly, he loved being a dad and a papa; it was everything to him.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Kathleen Bartt; and his brother, Denis Hofbauer.

He is survived by his loving companion, Diane Pope; his daughter, Katie (Brian) Applegate; grandchildren, Vivian, Brittany, Jacob, Jacqueline, Austin and Jaxx; great-grandson, Xander; stepdaughters, Deanna (Brad) and AnnaMaria (Bill); siblings, Nancy (Bob) Phillips, Phillip (Bonnie) Hofbauer and Marjorie (Dan) Pastalaniec; and several nieces and nephews.

There will be no calling hours. His funeral service will be held Sat., Jan. 18 at 11 a.m. at Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Inc., 21 West Ave., Albion. Burial will be in Mt. Albion Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Orleans, P.O. Box 489, Albion NY 14411; or to Friends of the Orleans County Animal Shelter, 4125 Oak Orchard Road, Albion NY 14411.

To share a special memory of Michael, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Raymond J. “Jack” Punch, 68, passed away on Jan. 7, 2020, following a courageous two-year battle with cancer. He was born on Sept. 28, 1951 in Medina to the late Raymond M. and Patricia Punch.

Jack graduated from St. Mary’s School and Medina High School. He earned a B.A. from Roberts Wesleyan College, an MBA from SUNY at Buffalo, and a Ph.D. in educational technology from Phoenix University.

Jack served in the Army Reserve and was recognized as an outstanding drill sergeant. He was a licensed pilot, a licensed charter boat captain, and a SCUBA instructor. He served on the Orleans County Sheriff’s Department’s underwater and swift water rescue teams for many years. He was happiest in and on the water. Jack and his wife, Jane, spent many happy days sailing their boat, Papillon, throughout the Florida Keys.

Jack loved literature and authored five historical and mystery novels. He served as a Village of Medina trustee and, in 1987, was the Town of Ridgeway Supervisor, the only Democrat ever to be elected to that position. He gave to his community as a member of the Jaycees, the Medina Conservation Club, and in many other ways.
He worked for many years at Cook Wholesale, the family business. For several years, he owned and operated Curvin’s Newsroom in Medina, and he was the sole proprietor of Punch’s Nut Company.

In his later years, he and Jane moved to Tamarac, Fla., where he taught in several area colleges. The people of Tamarac soon learned what the people of Medina knew – that Jack could be counted on to help anyone in need, no matter how great the sacrifice. Throughout Jack’s life, he was devoted to his family, community and friends. He accepted any challenge with diligence, good humor and, most of all, courage.

Jack is survived by his wife, Jane Steblein Punch; his children, Jennifer (Earl) Wolcott, Michael (Karen) Punch, Ryan (Kelsey Jeffs) Punch, Sara (Peter) Vincent and Joseph (Michelle Pane) Little; his grandchildren, Matthew Wolcott, Michael (Gina) Punch, Zachary (Ashley) Klug, Jori (Sean) Kowalski, Emmarie Little, Evan Vincent and Abby Vincent; nine great-grandchildren; his siblings, Mary (William) Crafts, Kathleen (Albert Keller) Punch, James (Suzanne) Punch and Matthew Punch; brother-in-law, Edward Steblein; sister-in-law, Carol (Brian) Little; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his granddaughter, Kaly Klug.

Calling hours will be held on Sun., Jan. 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina, where a memorial service will take place immediately following at 3 p.m.

Donations may be made in Jack’s name to Knights-Kaderli Memorial Fund, for cancer victims, P.O. Box 684, Medina NY 14103.

Please share memories and condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com.

Donna L. Riemer, 73, of Medina, entered into rest on Tue., Jan. 7, 2020 at the North Wing of Medina Hospital. Born on Nov. 19, 1946 in Medina, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Marion (Bracey) Riemer.

Donna graduated from Medina High School and at one time worked at the snack bar counter at the Goodwill Store in Buffalo. She was a lifelong member of First Presbyterian Church of Medina, where she enjoyed socializing with her friends, especially at potluck socials. She also had very special memories of spending time with her friends at Lakewood Village. Donna liked to collect jewelry and do puzzles, and she was an avid reader.

Donna is survived by many cousins, including Elaine (William) Thering of North Carolina, Janice (Dan) Dunn of Medina, Sandra Baker of North Carolina, and Mark (Julie) Woodworth of Lyndonville.

Calling hours and a memorial service will be held in May 2020 at Bogan & Tuttle Funeral Home, 226 Pearl St., Medina NY 14103, at a date and time to be announced. Burial will be in Millville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Donna’s name to Presbyterian Church of Medina, 522 S. Main St., Medina NY 14103; or to Aspire of WNY, 155 W. Huron St., Buffalo NY 14201.

Please light a candle or share a memory of Donna at www.bogantuttlefunerals.com.

Florence D. Andrews, 98, of Medina, entered into rest on Sun., Jan. 5, 2020.

Born Feb. 10, 1921 in Medina, she was a daughter to the late Joseph and Mary (Mortka) Kubatek. She married Daniel M. Schultz Sr. on Nov. 28, 1940. She managed the cafeteria system for Medina Central School District for 20 years. Sadly, Daniel predeceased her in 1967. She remarried in 1968 to Edward Andrews. Mrs. Andrews then worked for Fisher-Price Toys for 15 years and for BernzOMatic for a brief period. She was a longtime parishioner of the former Sacred Heart of Jesus R.C. Church in Medina, where she was a member of the Rosary Society. She was currently a parishioner of Holy Trinity Parish, St. Mary’s Church. Cooking and baking were her passions, and she adored spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who were her pride and joy.

She is survived by her three children, Dolores (Gene) Mathes of Evans, Ga., Daniel M. (Karen) Schultz Jr. of Lyndonville, and Linda M. Flower of Medina; six grandchildren, Gina Kelvington, Scott (Kathleen) Schultz, Renee’ (David) Meese, Susan (John) Winfree, Lori (Rob) Brien and Thomas S. (Alicia Thiel) Flower; 14 great-grandchildren, Brandon, Ryan, Justin, Jennifer, Samantha, Mackenzie, Maximilian, Aaron, Christian, Alex, Jenna, Julia, Abigail and Owen; a great-great-granddaughter, Emme Kaye; sister, Bernice Sheldon; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and first husband, Daniel, she was predeceased by her second husband, Edward Andrews, in 1980; brothers, Waldemar, Francis and Stanley Kubatek; sisters, Adeline Schultz and Helen Mauragis; daughter-in-law, Kathlene Schultz; and dear friend and neighbor, Dorothy Nowak.

Calling hours will be held on Fri., Jan. 10 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Sat., Jan. 11 at 10 a.m. at Holy Trinity Parish, St. Mary’s Church, 211 Eagle St., Medina. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery in the spring.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Holy Trinity Parish.

Please share memories and condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com.

Aaron Grant Hill, 77, of Toano, Va., passed away on Dec. 30, 2019.

Born Oct. 4, 1942 in Medina to the late Hugh and Frances Hill, Aaron graduated from Medina High School in 1960 and received the Medina Central School District Distinguished Alumni Award in 2006.

Aaron was a cardiopulmonary perfusionist with INOVA Fairfax for 25 years. After his retirement from INOVA, he worked for Sentara and VCU. He was a pioneer in clinical perfusion and was heavily involved in the establishment of the profession. He was also an active member of both AACP and AMSECT.

He is survived by his wife, Carol H. Hill; daughters, Bethanne (Scott) Elbert and Kellie (James) Stewart; grandchildren, Marrissa Arnold Stewart, James Stewart, Andrew Elbert, Aaron Elbert, Benjamin Elbert and Sophia Elbert; great-grandchild, Kaylie Arnold; brother, Art (Marcia) Hill; brother-in-law, Jim Hammond; sister-in-law, Derby Hammond; nephew, Jerry Hill; nieces, Jennifer Hill-Young and Christina Williams; as well as a host of other family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Aaron G. Hill Research Scholarship Fund, c/o AACP National Office, 515A E. Main St., Annville PA 17003.

Condolences may be shared with the family at www.nelsenwilliamsburg.com.

Geraldine M. “Gerry” Callard, 90, of the Town of Ridgeway, entered into rest peacefully on Dec. 31, 2019, at her home.

Gerry was born in 1929, daughter to the late Edith (Miller) Neeley in Waterport. She lived there for a period of time and moved to Detroit, Mich. with her mom and brother. Occasionally, she would come back to Waterport to live with her grandma during the summer months.

On April 5, 1947, she married the love of her life, the late Raymond E. Callard, and for 72 years they worked to raise a loving family of four children. Together, they raised livestock and operated a vegetable and fruit stand at their home on Ridge Road. She also worked at a greenhouse on Bates Road and was a caretaker of the Bates Road Cemetery. Ray and Gerry owned and operated The Rustic Sign, a silk-screening business out of their home, printing custom jackets, t-shirts, baseball uniforms, ball caps and much more.

She enjoyed reading, and crocheting afghans and throw blankets, which she gave as gifts. She also enjoyed garage sales, shopping for great deals. She was not a materialistic person, and she knew the value of money, a trait she tried to instill in her children. Growing up during the Great Depression and World War II, she learned that you had to be somewhat self-sufficient, but she was always willing to help others whenever she could. This is what gave her strength and purpose.

Gerry is survived by her son, Gary (DeeDee) Callard; daughters, Peggy (John) Foss and Lori (the late Ronald) Ettinger; ten grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Betty Stehler; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her mother, she was predeceased by her beloved husband of 72 years, Raymond Callard; her son, Richard Callard; her granddaughter, Sarah Callard; her brother, Floyd Stehler; and her son-in-law, Ronald Ettinger.

Services will be held at a later date to be announced in the spring. Following the service, burial will take place in Bates Road Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Gerry’s memory may be made to Hospice of Orleans, P.O. Box 489, Albion NY 14411.

Arrangements are in the care of Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. Please share memories and condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com.

Rita I. Fox, of Parma, passed away on Jan. 6, 2020.

She is survived by her children, Barbara (Julio) Tice, Donna Howell, Gail (Lew) Anderson, Joan Fox, Joyce (Kevin) Hurley, Ric Fox, and Matt (Donna Kepler) Fox; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

There will be no calling hours. Friends may attend a funeral service on Wed., Jan. 8 at 10 a.m. at St. Lawrence Church, 1000 N. Greece Road, Rochester NY 14626. Interment will take place at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of Orleans County.

Arrangements were completed by Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, Rochester.

David J. Mahar, 83, of Wilson, passed away on Jan. 2, 2020 surrounded by family, following a brief illness. A devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother, Dave Mahar was born Feb. 20, 1936 in Gasport, the son of the late Emmett and Sylvia (Haseley) Mahar.

Dave is survived by his wife, Joan Mahar; his children, Maureen Mahar, Michael (Trisha) Mahar, John (Maggie) Mahar and Meg (Craig) Thrall; stepchildren, Bob (Lauren) Hartz, Jim Hartz and Mike Hartz; grandchildren, Mitch, Ben, Evan, Jack, Berlyn, Max, Spencer, Eli, Emma, Josh and Landon; siblings, Jim (Pauline) Mahar, Linda McDonough and Larry Mahar; and several in-laws, nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his late wife, Mary Ann; his parents; and his brothers, William Mahar and Francis (Maryann) Mahar.

Dave attended DeSales Catholic School and Cornell University, where he was a member of the rifle team and boxing club. At Cornell, he enrolled in the ROTC program and trained to become an officer. He attended the United States Army Airborne School and trained with the 82nd Airborne, one of the proudest times in his life. His love for helicopters led him to the Transportation Corps, where he was an officer who fixed (and flew) H-13 helicopters. Dave could take apart and fix any engine put in front of him. After his discharge, Dave enlisted in the Army Reserve and served as a first lieutenant at Camp Drum (now Fort Drum) for many summers.

“Super Dave” lived a truly amazing life that was defined by hard work, ingenuity, risk taking, and good old fashioned luck. He grew up in Gasport with his family on “Mahar’s Ponderosa,” where they learned how to make something out of nothing. Together, they built the family farm into a successful business. As a youngster, he was very involved in the 4-H organization and participated in county and state fairs – at the age of 19, he won the Tractor Operators Contest at the 1955 New York State Fair.

In 1963, Dave went to work for his future father-in-law, Holman O’Connor, managing a large dairy, vegetable and fruit farming operation in Niagara County. Lakeside Farms in Ransomville ultimately became the largest dairy farm in the county.

In 1967, Dave married Mary Ann O’Connor, mother of his four children. Although he took a lot of razzing for marrying the boss’ daughter, he enjoyed a wonderful, simple life with Mary Ann, and they took pride in their home and their young family. In the years after her passing, Dave worked tirelessly to support their children, and taught them life lessons that helped them develop strong work ethics and a capable approach to life.

Dave eventually started working at another one of Holman’s enterprises, Frontier Stone. He ascended the ranks quickly, developing a passion and knack for quarrying. While at Frontier, Dave had the good fortune of being teamed up with Chuck Loiacano and Bob Pass. Frontier changed hands several times after Holman’s passing, and in 1982 Genstar Corp. announced it would close both the Lockport and Gasport quarries. It was then the three decided to risk it all and purchase Frontier to save 100 jobs at the plant and the jobs of 200 truck drivers who relied on Frontier’s operation. Surrounded by excellent people, Mahar, Loiacano and Pass bought Frontier and went on to run the business successfully.

In 1992, Dave married Joan (Van Arsdale) Hartz and became a dedicated stepfather to her three sons. Dave and Joan travelled, visiting Europe, Florida, and significant World War II sites, and they spent many wonderful years together.

Dave loved to host big family parties. There were chicken barbecues with his brother, Fran, serving as the head cook, tending to a homemade grill and entertaining guests with his embellished stories. In the later years, parties were centered around Father’s Day, with white hots and ribs cooked on a grill by Dave himself. Corn parties were held each August, with everyone celebrating (and shucking) the first batches of local sweet corn.

Even though Dave was an avid hunter back in the day, he eventually had a change of heart and liked feeding leftovers to the wildlife in his back yard, especially the beautiful red foxes. He loved to take pictures of everything and anything and, thankfully, his life is well documented in an endless supply of photo albums. He was especially proud of his Jacobsen mower and lush, green lawn, always tinkering and experimenting with both.

A World War II enthusiast, Dave read countless books on the subject and was especially fond of General George S. Patton. He took up golf midlife and, like in his other endeavors, worked at the game diligently, achieving several triumphs, including Low Amateur at the Frontier Stone Open and MVP of several winning teams in the prestigious “Huey Cup.”

As comfortable in work boots and overalls as in a shirt and tie, Dave could plant corn in the morning and cut a big business deal in the afternoon.

A member of St. Brendan on the Lake parish, Dave was a devoted Catholic who lived a humble life and gave generously to others. He was a mentor to countless people, helping to shape and change lives for the better, paying forward the gift of wisdom that others had given to him. Although his time with them was cut short, Dave loved being with his grandkids and recounting stories of his limitless (sometimes unbelievable) adventures. Dave’s impact on his family and the community will be significant and long-lasting.

Visitation will be Mon., Jan. 6 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Hamilton and Clark Funeral Home in Wilson. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Tue., Jan. 7 at St. Brendan on the Lake in the Village of Wilson.

Dave benefited greatly from blood platelet donations. Please consider helping others by donating platelets to American Red Cross. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Roswell Park or Niagara Hospice. For more information, visit www.DavidMahar.com.

Marie Toote, 84, of Allen, Texas, passed away peacefully on Dec. 28, 2019. She was born in Hillsboro, Miss. but was a longtime resident of Holley.

Marie was employed at Owens-Illinois in Brockport, Arnold Gregory Hospital in Albion, and SUNY College at Brockport, which was her final job before retiring. After retiring, Marie enjoyed spending her time at the Eastern Orleans Community Center in Holley, sitting around and socializing with everyone.

Marie enjoyed being outside in her earlier years, working in her garden and planting flowers. She was known for always cooking for anyone who came over and entertaining guests.

She is predeceased by her parents, Eva and Ollie Hughes; her brothers, Alvin (Bobby Joe) Hughes, Albert Hughes and Mildred Thomas; and a son, Danny Stanberry.

She is survived by her children, Diann (Henry) Rodgers, Elaine McKenzie, Stanley (Elizabeth) Toote, Kevin (Leslie) Toote, Terry Toote, Frances (Larry) Roberts and Spencer Toote; her nieces and nephews; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Plano, Texas on Sat., Jan. 11 for an 11 a.m. service. There will be a memorial service in New York at a later date. Interment will be private.

Flowers may be sent to Heavenly Gate Funeral Services in Garland, Texas.

Jared M. Fearby, 21, of Kent, died suddenly Jan. 3, 2020. He was born Aug. 24, 1998 in Rochester to Michael and Lynn (Bozard) Fearby and lived in this area all of his life.

Jared was a 2016 graduate of Albion Central School and was a senior at SUNY Environmental Science and Forestry School in Syracuse, studying conservation biology. While in high school, Jared was involved with the concert band as a trumpet player. He also played the piano and enjoyed classical music. Jared was also on the golf team and the varsity baseball team. He was a Buffalo Bills fan, and he had a great love for all animals. Jared was an avid outdoorsman who had a passion for fishing and hunting.

Jared is survived by his parents, Mike and Lynn Fearby of Kent; brother, Nathan; maternal grandparents, Bruce and Darlene Bozard of Medina; paternal grandmother, Joan Fearby of Shelby; aunts, Laurie (Stephen) Fodor and Kim (Dave) Binczewski; and cousins, Kristen Kiesow and Josie Binczewski.

The family will receive friends at Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Inc., 21 West Ave., Albion, on Wed., Jan. 8 from 3 to 7 p.m. Family and friends are invited to attend his funeral service at 11 a.m. on Thu., Jan. 9 at Albion First Presbyterian Church, 29 E. State St., Albion NY 14411. Private interment will take place at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to PAWS, 3371 Gaines Basin Road, Albion NY 14411.

To share a special memory of Jared, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Marion V. (Huff/Skzypek) Miller, 75, of Albion, passed away unexpectedly on Jan. 3, 2020. Marion was born in Niagara Falls on Jan. 23, 1944 to Mary (Alphonsine) Huff, who was the wife of the late Lewis E. Huff Sr., who died in December 1972; and the loving soulmate of the late John W. “Windy Jack” Brabon Sr., who died in 2003.

Marion loved her family and friends very deeply. She enjoyed spending time with her lady friends at the Village House for dinner, playing cards and talking on the phone. She was a lifelong Buffalo Bills fan who never missed the chance to watch a good game. She never missed a holiday or birthday with her family and friends – you could always depend on a card in the mail. Anyone who knew Marion knew that she loved them, and they loved her right back.

In addition to her parents, Marion was predeceased by her loving husband, Stephen T. Miller, on Feb. 7, 2009. Marion’s first husband, Robert Skrzypek Sr., passed away on Aug. 12, 1988. She was also predeceased by her brothers, William J. and Gordon L. Huff.

Marion is survived by her three children, Darla J. (Michael) McBain, Patti J. (Darren) Prentice, and Robert B. (Sally) Skrzypek II; grandchildren, Terra L. (Mark) McGaffick, Michael (Ashlee) McBain II, Robert B. (Leah) Skrzypek III and Darren S. Prentice; great-grandchildren, Logan, Troy, Taylor and Wesley; brothers, Randy Huff, Lloyd “Pinky” (Mary) Huff, Alfred Huff and Lewis (Deborah) Huff Jr.; sisters, Bernadette (Alfred) DeGregorio, and Ruth (Anthony) Ponzi; many more extended family members; and a great many friends.

The family will receive friends on Fri., Jan. 10 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Inc., 21 West Ave., Albion, where her funeral service will be held at 7 p.m. immediately following visitation. Marion will be laid to rest with her husband at Kenyonville Cemetery during a private ceremony at the convenience of the family.

To share a special memory of Marion, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Dolores (Harch) Eick, 91, of Middleport, passed away Jan. 3, 2020 with her family by her side at Niagara Falls Memorial Hospital. She was born Dec. 13, 1928 in Middleport to the late Carl and Doris (Wagner) Harch.

She married Eugene Eick on Dec. 29, 1948 at St. Michael’s Lutheran Church in Wolcottsville, N.Y., and they celebrated 67 years together before his death in 2016. Dolores lived in the Middleport area most of her life and was a lifelong member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Middleport. She enjoyed spending time with her family and looked forward to playing with her great-grandchildren every week.

She is survived by a daughter, Debra (Dr. Mark) Perry of Lewiston; grandsons, Bryan (Amy) Perry of Grand Island, Doctors Gregory (Melissa) Perry of Cohoes, N.Y., and Jeffrey (Elizabeth) Perry of Ransomville; great-grandchildren, Alexandra, Carter and Aria, and Oliver and Emma; brother-in-law, Gary (Peggy) Eick of Gasport; nieces and nephews, Julie (Joe) Granchelli, Tim Eick, Terri (Dominic) Marinelli, Christine Eick, and Cori (Kevin) Krause; great-nieces and great-nephews, Sarah and Jessica, Nicholas, Kaitlyn and Lauren, Kyle, Matthew and Conner, all of whom she loved deeply.

She was also the sister-in-law of the late David and Gerri (Harch) Eick.

Family and friends are invited to visitation on Tue., Jan. 7  from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Bates, Wallace and Heath Funeral Home, 38 State St., Middleport. Funeral services will be held on Wed., Jan. 8 at 11 a.m. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Route 31 at Vernon Street, Middleport NY 14105. Burial will be at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Medina.

Memorials would be appreciated to Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Middleport.

To share a special memory of Dolores, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Thomas F. “Tom” Wagner, 58, of Gasport, died Dec. 30, 2019 as the result of a car accident. Tom was born Nov. 24, 1961 in Lockport.

He is survived by his daughter, Tonya (Bill) Cassidy; brothers, Jim (Sandra) Wagner and John Wagner; sister, Vickie (Doyle) Bush; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family will receive friends on Tue., Jan. 7 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Sherrie Bream Funeral Home, 4521 Main St., Gasport, followed by his memorial service at the funeral home at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family.

To share a special memory of Tom, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Adelbert D. Lilley, 57, of Bath, passed away suddenly on Dec. 30, 2019. He was born Feb. 24, 1962 in Canandaigua.

He was predeceased by his parents; and by his sister, Sarah.

He is survived by a daughter, Tonya (Peter) Kaiser; two sons, Eric and Justin Lilley; two grandchildren, Felicia and Jacen; as well as many siblings.

Del loved the outdoors and enjoyed going to his best friend Shane’s house to split firewood when he wasn’t working at his local Salvation Army. He had a love for Elvis and anything with deer on it. He also enjoyed fishing and a good cold beer. He was a hard worker who was adored by everyone he called a friend.

As per his wishes, there will be no services. A private memorial will be held at a later date.

Geraldine Myers, 86, of Medina, died Dec. 26, 2019 at the Martin Linsin Residence in Albion. She was born Nov. 7, 1933 in Pennsylvania to Blair Edward and Martha (Bowser) Skelly and lived in Pennsylvania, Iowa, Indiana and, for the last 37 years, New York. She enjoyed spending time with her family, doing crafts, and playing bingo.

Geraldine was predeceased by her husband, Glen; and a daughter, Mary.

She is survived by three children, John (Kim) Myers, Jean Ann Gilmore, and Glen (Becky) Myers; grandchildren, Amy Tanski, Adrienne (Wayne) Cayea, Brandon Myers, Sarah (Chris) Dengler, Corey (Jess Bell) Myers, Dawn (Matt) Maisano, Meagan (Bobby) Kyler, Matthew (Niah Betts) Myers, April Bouter, and Courtney (Nick Fearby); 22 great-grandchildren; a brother, Charles (Sharon) Skelly; and a sister, Mary Ann (Mike) Welcher.

Services will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are being handled by Genesee Valley Cremation.

Flowers are gratefully declined at this time. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Orleans, Inc.; or to a charity of your choice.

Burnell “Bing” Bingaman, 90, of Albion, died Jan. 1, 2020 in his home following a brief illness. He was born in Penn’s Creek, Pa. to Dallas and Dorothy (Bowersox) Bingaman and lived in this area most of his life.

Bing was a United States Army veteran. He served in the 5th Infantry during the Korean War, building pontoon bridges near the 38th parallel near Uijeonbu. He was a member of Sheret Post #35 American Legion and the Albion VFW. Bing worked at Hunt Foods and retired as Superintendent of Orleans County Building and Grounds in 1992. He was always fixing things and doing maintenance work on his properties following his retirement.

Mr. Bingaman was predeceased by his wife, Lucy; and siblings, Eugene, Stanley and Jeanette Bingaman, and Arlene Felmey.

He is survived by a sister-in-law, Hazel Bingaman; nieces in Pennsylvania, Connie (Wayne) Biggians, Annette (Keith) Nyman, Linda (Gary) Chambers, and Carol (Donald) Botiger; nieces in New York, Barbara Sargent, Gail Vagatto and Carolyn Nenni; great-niece, Susan Proietty; as well as close friend and neighbor, Scott (Toni) Bradshaw.

The family will receive friends at Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Inc., 21 West Ave., Albion, on Sun., Jan. 5 only from 4 to 6 p.m., and again at St. Paul’s Reformed Church, 127 W. Walnut St., Beavertown PA 17813, on Tue., Jan. 7 from 1 to 2 p.m. Bing’s funeral service will be held in St. Paul’s Reformed Church beginning at 2 p.m. on Jan. 7. Interment with military honors will be held in Troxelville Union Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Orleans, P.O. Box 489, Albion NY 14411.

To share a special memory of Bing, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

William H. “Buddy” Arnett, 55, of Medina, entered into eternal rest on New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31, 2019, following a hard-fought battle with cancer.

Born Aug. 18, 1964 in Medina, Buddy was the only son of William G. and JoAnn (Stockwell) Arnett. He graduated from Medina High School in the class of 1983. Soon after, he joined the U.S. Army and served his country from 1983 to 1987 in the 82nd Airborne, completing a total of 109 jumps. On Sept. 22, 1990, Buddy married the love of his life, the former Tracey L. Winters. He was employed by the NYS DOCCS as a corrections officer for the past 30 years, at the Albion Correctional Facility in Albion. Buddy enjoyed motorcycles and was a lifetime member of ABATE. He also enjoyed hunting, four-wheeling with friends, fishing and camping. Loving husband, proud father, grandfather, brother and friend, Buddy was loved by many and will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Tracey L. Arnett; his two children, Bianca (Dennis) Mault and William (Verity) Arnett II; a grandson, Gunner Mault; three sisters, Connie Arnett, Bonnie (Robert) Lowrimore and Deborah (Joseph) Russo; his in-laws, Guy Owen Winters and Coleen (Missy) Slack; goddaughter, Shelly (Adam) Ainsworth; several aunts and uncles; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, cousins and friends.

Calling hours will be held on Fri., Jan. 10 from 1 to 4 p.m. at The Grove United Methodist Church, 11004 W. Center St., Medina, where his memorial service will immediately follow at 4 p.m. The Rev. Larry Eastlack will officiate, and military honors will be accorded by members of Lincoln Post #1483 VFW and Butts-Clark Post #204 American Legion.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests any memorials in Buddy’s name be made to Knights-Kaderli Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 684, Medina NY 14103.

Arrangements are in the care of Cooper Funeral Home, Medina. Please share memories and condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com.

John Franklin Mooney passed away on Dec. 31, 2019 under Hospice care at Park Ridge Unity Hospital in Rochester.

John was born on Jan. 8, 1940 in Niagara Falls, N.Y. to the late William and Lucille (Pierce) Mooney. In addition to his parents, John was predeceased by his wife, Janice (Morgott) Mooney in 1997; brothers, Roy, Bill and Kenneth Mooney; and sister, Mildred (Ross) Smith.

John is survived by his sister, Mary (Mooney) Richley of Attica; his brother, Thomas (Barbara) Mooney of Attica; and many nieces and nephews.

John was raised within the Village of Attica and graduated from Attica High School in 1958. John’s love of music was already in full swing; his senior quote was, “Dance to the piper’s tune.”

John had a voracious love for music and entertainment. In 1962, he was presented as “Mr. DJ USA” at the Grand Ole Opry. Because of this honor, John was granted the pleasure of broadcasting an hour-long show on Nashville’s WSM radio station.

John was a longtime resident of Medina, and he worked for the village for 33 years. John was an active member of United Methodist Church of the Abundant Harvest and enjoyed his connections with these church members and their fellowship.

John’s love for his country and veterans would lead him to DJ and entertain at the Batavia Veterans Home to give joy to the service members residing there for a total of 39 years. He loved to video the music nights at Lee- Whedon Library. John also enjoyed being with his musical friends of the “Over the Hill Band” in Albion. His life’s journey gave him many musical memories. John was proud of his opportunity to meet Elvis Presley in Buffalo; they even shared the same birthday.

Family and friends may call Wed., Jan. 8 at Bogan and Tuttle Funeral Home, 226 Pearl St., Medina NY 14103, between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Pastor Garry McCaffery will officiate a service at 1 p.m. John will be laid to rest beside his wife at Mount Pleasant Cemetery in West Shelby during a private family burial.

Memorials may be made to United Methodist Church of the Abundant Harvest; or to Wyoming County SPCA.

Please light a candle or share a memory of John at www.bogantuttlefunerals.com.