Obituaries

MEDINA – Jeniavee Brown, age 76, died unexpectedly December 12, 2023 in Orchard Rehab and Nursing Center.  She was born January 22, 1947 in West Virginia to Ronald and Roxie (Stewart) Nichols and had lived in this area most of her life. 

 Jeniavee was a member of Oak Orchard Assembly of God, and enjoyed cooking, fishing, gardening and going to the casino.  Her greatest love was spending time with her grandchildren.  Mrs. Brown was predeceased by several siblings. 

 She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Richard, her children: Jennifer (Jason) Cecchini of TN, Kimberley (Scottie) Scribner of Medina, Roxanne (Jim) Rhodes of Lyndonville, Cindy Tanner of Albion, her grandchildren: Landon, Logan, Jason, Jaiden, Noah, Willow, Aria, James, Jenia, Ashley, Jessica, Jakob, Anna, her mother: Roxie Nichols of Gasport as well as several great grandchildren, surviving siblings, nieces and nephews. 

 The family will receive friends at the Oak Orchard Assembly of God, 12111 Ridge Road-Medina, SATURDAY from 11-12 where her Funeral Service will be held at 12 Noon.  Interment will be held at the convenience of the family.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Oak Orchard Assembly of God at the address above.  Jeniavee’s arrangements have been entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Albion.  To share a  special memory of Jeniavee, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com 

MEDINA – Sharon R. “Daffodil” Nottingham, 61, of Medina, NY, went to with the Lord on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at Rochester General Hospital.

Born on January 19, 1962 in Batavia, NY, she was the daughter of Rosabelle (Holcomb) and the late Samual Nottingham.

Sharon was a strong and devoted mother, having raised five children. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially with her grandchildren. She liked listening to Bob Seger and enjoyed going out to eat and to draw and sketch.

Sharon is survived by her five children, Jody, Aaron, Jared, Isaiah and Ethan Nottingham; nine grandchildren, eight siblings, Kitty (Marlon) Roe, Samuel, Curt, Blaine, David (Shelly), Terry, Burt, and Brian Nottingham. Also, many nieces and nephews.

Besides her father, Sharon is predeceased by her three siblings, Clifford and Gary Nottingham and A. Anita Brown, and a grandson, Aaron Michael Nottingham Jr.

Relatives and friends may call on Monday, December 18, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 12 noon at the Community Fellowship Church, 3144 Johnson Creek Rd, Middleport, NY 14105, where a funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. Burial will be private for the family.

Memorials may be made in Sharon’s name the Community Fellowship Church.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Bogan & Tuttle Funeral Home, 226 Pearl St. Medina, NY 14103.

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

MEDINA- Freda May Barnard May 23, 1939 – December 10, 2023 Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Freda Barnard, age 84, of Raleigh North Carolina, formerly of Medina NY, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 10, 2023. She was born in Ridgeway, NY to William Scott Coleman and Doris Lillian Kirkman Coleman. Freda was preceded in death by her parents, her son, Edward, and her brother, Richard and his wife Sara. She is survived by her loving husband, Dan;  children Nadine (Kevin) Gallagher of Hilton, NY, Randy Ruhlman of Medina, NY, Lisa (Larry) Mitchell of Raleigh, NC and Amy (Kevin) Cifelli of Medina, NY, special friend, Lisa Beadle (Lenny Gessin), grandchildren Michael (Jamie) Stack, Tim (Missy) Stack, Rachael (Chuck) Tobin, Steve (Kate) Kunkle, Ashley (Eric) Grennell), John (Janice Taylor) Kunkle, Jackie (Mo Coughlin) Musson, Christina (Spencer) Worrells), Jesse Balcerak, Josh and Adam Cifelli, 14 great-grandchildren, and her nephews and nieces.

Freda loved hosting her family, gardening, and pets, especially their German Shepherd, Max. She passed on her love for gardening and pets, along with her best recipes, to her children and grandchildren. She sold shoes for many years and loved shoes, purses, earrings, and hats. Freda and Dan enjoyed many adventures in their antique cars and Scotty campers and loved Celtic music at Fitzgibbons. She loved all music and especially classical because she remembers her brother playing piano at home and at their Presbyterian church.    

A Celebration of Life for Freda will be held Thursday, December 28, 2023, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Fitzgibbons Public House, 429 Main Street, Medina, NY 14103 with a brief service at 5:00.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to The Center for Volunteer Caregiving either via mail to 1150 SE Maynard Road, Suite 210, Cary, NC 27511 or online at https://volunteercaregiving.org/donate/

HOLLEY- Marion L. (Babcock) Marshall, age 96, passed away following a short illness on December 11, 2023.  She was born in Albion, NY, a daughter of the late Jesse and Lucy Ada (Smith) Babcock.  Marion was a member of the Barre Center Presbyterian Church.  Marion and her late husband, Clifford, worked on the family farm in West Barre.  She also worked at Eastman Kodak Co. for 21 years, retiring in 1986.

Marion was predeceased by her husband Clifford in 2001, daughter Ethel Mae Sands in 2006 and daughter-in-law Catherine Marshall in 2011. Also predeceased by her brothers, Carl, Franklin, Howard, Homer, Lincoln and Albert Babcock, sisters Jessie Townsend, Blumera Babcock, Barbara Babcock, Helen Cole, and Althea Grasby.

She is survived by her sons, Clifford Marshall Jr. of Hamlin and Richard (Mary Ann) Marshall of Corfu, daughter Linda (Stefan J.) Kessel of Hamlin; 11 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren; brother George (Marian) Babcock of Newfane and numerous nieces and nephews.

Marion’s family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home 21 W. Avenue, ALBION (note location) on Friday December 15, from 5:00-8:00pm.  Marion’s funeral service will be held on Saturday December 16, at 10:00am at the funeral home in Albion.  Interment will be in Mt. Albion Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Mary Cariola Center, 1000 Elmwood Ave. Suite 100 Rochester, NY 14629 or the Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center 2652 Ridgeway Ave., Rochester, NY 14626.

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

ALBION – David C. Sanford, Sr., age 93, passed away December 10th at the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence after a short illness. He was born in Albion to the late Lloyd and Marjorie (Cole) Sanford.

David graduated from Albion High School in 1948, received his bachelor’s degree from Buffalo State University in 1952 and master’s degree in 1961. He served in the Army Signal Corps from 1953 to 1955 during the Korean War, stationed in Fort Monmouth New Jersey where he taught radar repair. David was a lifetime member of the Albion Elks Lodge B.P.O.E #1006, Sheret Post #35 American Legion in Albion, and past president of the Orleans County Amateur Radio Club, his call sign was N2VPF.

He worked for the Albion Central School district for over 28 years as an Industrial Arts teacher and also taught driver’s education in his spare time. David was a founding member of the Albion School Employees Federal Credit Union and served as president for many years. He loved to putter around the house, read, take his motorcycle out and also mow his lawn.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by several brothers and sisters-in-law.

David is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 66 years, Janet (Parsels) Sanford; sons, David Sanford Jr. and Jonathan (Beth Ann) Sanford; grandchildren, Jonathan (Stephanie) Sanford and Kaitlin (Joshua) Boston; great-grandchildren, Oliver and Eloise Sanford, Charles, Arthur and Theodore Boston; sister-in-law, Mari (late David) Ehrenreich; brother-in-law, Loren (Kim) Parsels as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A memorial service for David will be held at the Gaines Carlton Community Church 14585 Ridge Rd. Albion, NY 14411 on Saturday, December 16th at 11 a.m. Interment with military honors will follow in Mt. Albion Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Orleans 14080 Route 31 Albion, NY 14411, Gaines Carlton Community Church, or American Juvenile Arthritis Organization.

David’s arrangements have been entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Albion, NY .

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

BROCKPORT – Joan A. Peters, age 93, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2023 at the Hildebrandt Hospice Care Facility. She was born June 12, 1930 in Rochester, NY.

Joan loved spending time with her family, friends, favorite cat, and watching John Wayne movies.

In addition to her parents, Joan was predeceased by her husband George Peters in 2005, son Glenn “Butch” Peters in 2022, granddaughter, Kelly Sue Peters, siblings, Mark and Ida Kemp.

Joan is survived by her children, Jack (Bonnie) Peters, Barbara (Ken Luce) Tanis, grandchildren, Brett (Jodie) Peters, Sherry (Jeremy) Bovenzi, John (Jenny) Tanis, Matthew Peters, Sondra Peters, Kevin McGuire; 11 great-grandchildren, Mike the cat, and her longtime caregiver and friend, Marianne Bower.

Joan’s family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home 16650 State Route 31 Holley, NY 14470 on Saturday, December 16th from 1 to 4 p.m. where her funeral service will follow at 4 p.m. Interment will be held in the spring at Lakeview Cemetery in Brockport. A celebration of Joan’s life will be held after her service, at the Brockport Elks Lodge #2110, 4400 Sweden Walker Rd. Brockport, NY 14420, beginning at 5 p.m.

Memorial contributions in Joan’s name may be made to Lollypop Farm 99 Victor Road Fairport, NY 14450.

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

ALBION – Thomas J, Torres, 61, of Albion passed away unexpectedly on December 8, 2023. He was born on August 31, 1962 in Medina, NY to his loving mother, Sandra Tombari Freeman.

He attended Lyndonville Central School and was a talented artist who loved to draw. Thomas enjoyed spending time with his family. He especially enjoyed fishing with his son, Brandan, camping and canoeing down the Oak Orchard River. Thomas had a love for all things outdoors.

He will be remembered for his great sense of humor and silliness making people laugh. He was genuine, always smiling with a beautiful loving heart.  From jokes to chasing the kids around with “the Claw” and talking like Donald Duck. He was a joy to be around. The sound of his laughter and the way he showed his family how much he loved them will never be forgotten. He was always willing to help others who needed a helping hand.

Thomas is survived by his beloved mother, Sandra Tombari Freeman (Donald); son, Brandan Torres; grandson, Jayce Torres; siblings, Dawn (John) Condoluci, Martin Torres, Connie (Russell) Shaffer and Melissa (Chris Ewing) Tower; nieces, Jessica Verdesia and Taylor Ewing; nephews, Shane Lake, Tristan Torres and Damian Ewing; great-nephew, Anthony Lake; two aunts, Veronica (Gary) Pahura and Linda (Larry) Perry-Strickland and many cousins.

Thomas was predeceased by his loving maternal grandmother, Julia Bale; step-grandfather, Howard Bale; maternal grandfather, Jerry Tombari; and uncle, Ronald Tombari.

The family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home 21 W. Avenue, Albion on Wednesday, Dec. 13, from 4 to 7 p.m. followed by his funeral service at 7 p.m.

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

HOLLEY – Joan W. Buell, 83, passed away on December 8, 2023. Joan was born on November 25, 1940, in Dover New Jersey but was raised in Holley, New York and graduated from Holley High in 1958.

Joan then entered Highland Hospital’s nursing program receiving her RN license in 1961. She married her high school sweetheart, Albert Buell, on December 23, 1961.

Joan started her career at Oswego Hospital and was a long-time nurse at Lakeside Hospital in Brockport before becoming the Assistant and then Director of Nursing at Lakeside Beikirch Nursing Home. She retired as the Assistant Director of Nursing at the Orleans County Nursing Home.

Joan was also active in volunteer and charitable organizations. She was a past president of the Orleans Council of the Arts, member of the Orleans County Republican Committee, past president of the NYS Retired Teachers Association, and member and long-time mentor with Genesee Orleans Ministry of Concern. Joan also was a lifelong member of the Presbyterian Church serving at various times as a Sunday school teacher, youth fellowship, Deacon, Elder and Trustee. Joan loved antiquing and entertaining.

Joan is survived by her husband, Albert L. Buell; her three children, Geoffrey (Kitty) Buell, Greg (Kacky) Buell and Lewanne (Tom) Nettles; 7 grandchildren, Zachary (Amanda) Buell, Joshua (Bri) Buell, Brittany (Douglass) Schultz, Allison (Jon) Bosma, John Buell (fiancée Marisa Seifert), Joseph Nettles and Christopher Nettles; 3 great-grandchildren, James and Emelia Buell and Riley Bosma; siblings, Mary Lou Cardillo, Wilson Wyant and Jean Gleason.

Joan was predeceased by her sister, Nancy Teuful; brothers-in-law, Robert Teuful, Arnold Cardillo and H. Michael Gleason; and sister-in-law, Barbara Wyant.

She will be missed by many and remembered for many things but especially her wild sense of humor.

Joan’s family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home 16650 Route 31, Holley on Friday, Dec. 15, from 1 to 3 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. Joan’s funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, Dec. 16, at 10 a.m. Interment will be Sandy Creek Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital at stjude.org.

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

Victor Vincent Derefinko, better known to all who knew and loved him as Vic, passed away peacefully after a life well lived at his home in Brockport, NY surrounded by family and friends on December 1, 2023.

Vic was born in Buffalo, NY on November 9, 1939, to Joseph Derefinko and Olga Kiebala Derefinko. He spent his childhood in Medina, NY where he was part of a lively group of 9 cousins affectionately known as “Rings End.” He graduated from Medina High School in 1956.

His pursuit of higher education led him first to Erie County Technical Institute (now Erie Community College), then to Rochester Institute of Technology for a degree in Electrical Engineering and finally to the University of Virginia where he obtained a Master’s Degree, also in Electrical Engineering. He found time along the way to honor his commitment to the US Army. He started his career at IBM in Endicott, NY and then moved to Kodak/Johnson & Johnson in Rochester, NY where he was employed as an engineer for over 30 years. In addition to his work as an engineer, he began teaching, first at the Rochester Institute of Technology and then at the University of Rochester where as an adjunct professor he taught generations of young people the joys of engineering over almost 40 years. Keeping abreast of the developing technology allowed him to fulfill a lifetime passion for learning. He was an inspiration to his students and in 1995 the undergraduates honored him with a special award they created for his excellence and caring manner of teaching. He was named Teacher of the Year for the School of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Rochester in 1995. In 2006 he was honored by IEEE for “outstanding leadership, creativity, hard work and inspiration in the field of engineering for almost half a century”. He was so inspired by his students, the engineers of the future, that he did not retire from teaching until he was just short of 80 and even then, he did so reluctantly.

Vic was truly a jack of all trades and a master of many. He was an avid baker, famous for his pies and placek. He was a driving force behind the yearly Kiebala Family Reunion, leading the group in the nightly singalongs. With his daughters Donna and Karen, he shared a lifetime love of horses and he and Jeanne were devoted to the many dogs that shared their home over the years. He built his own barn and after his daughters grew up and left home, he opened his barn to a collection of boarders. The daily care of these animals brought him much pleasure. Vic was never happier than when he was hard at work on his land, bailing hay, treating youngsters to hay rides, feeding his flocks of birds, fixing fences or planting his quarter-acre garden with hundreds of leeks and the best tasting produce in the area. With tools in hand, Vic was always ready to help anyone with projects and could fix anything.

Vic was predeceased by his first wife Mary Ann Nowak Derefinko, his brother Eugene Derefinko, his son-in-law Mark McGohon and his parents. He is survived by his wife of 34 years Jeanne Pierce Derefinko, daughters Donna Derefinko, Karen Derefinko (Matthew Isaacs), Lida (Tim)Ward and son Alex (Amy) Ryan. He also leaves behind beloved grandchildren Shea McGohon, Henrieta Isaacs, Charlotte, Caroline and Margaret Ward, Kat and Quincey Ryan, sisters Sonia Derefinko (Fred) Handt and Jenny Derefinko Abbott, brothers-in–law Paul (Pamela) Nowak, Joseph Pierce, sisters-in-laws Lida Pierce (Wayne) Small and Willa Pierce (Sandy) Falck, niece Nancy Handt (Robert) Whalen and nephew Eric (Jennifer) Handt as well as many loving cousins and their families and special longtime friends and neighbors Nelson and Helene Kibler and Bill and Pat Leonard.

Vic’s family invites you to learn more about his remarkable journey by viewing his testimonial on the Fowler Funeral Home website.

In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to the Michael J. Fox Foundation by visiting michaeljfox.org or by sending a check to Michael J. Fox Foundation, PO Box 4777, New York, NY 10163-4777. A memorial service in Vic’s honor will be held at a later date.

LYNDONVILLE- Constance Elizabeth “Connie” Goetze, 66, of Lyndonville, NY, passed away on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at home, peacefully in her sleep.

Born on June 8, 1957, in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Victor Sr. and Margaret (Faiola) Maddalena.

Connie was happily married to Dewey Goetze for 19 years, and was a devoted mother and homemaker.  In her spare time, she enjoyed tending to her garden and rose bushes, along with watching “I Love Lucy” and reminiscing with her sister, Deborah.

Connie is survived by her two children, daughter, Alicia (Chelsea) Goetze of Albion, NY, and son, Ryan Goetze of Ohio, a sister, Deborah Maddalena Dennis and a brother, Leo Maddalena, both of Niagara Falls, NY. Also surviving are two grandchildren, Madison Velkey and Dustin Goetze, along with Alexis Dennis and many other nieces and nephews.

Connie was predeceased by her loving husband Dewey Goetze and two brothers, Victor Maddalena Jr. and Joseph Maddalena, both of Niagara Falls, NY.

As per Connie’s wishes, there are no calling hours and a private service will be held at the convenience of the family.

Memorials may be made in Connie’s name to the Hospice of Orleans, 14080 NY-31, Albion, NY 14411.

Arrangements where entrusted to the Bogan & Tuttle Funeral Home, 112 N. Main St. Lyndonville, NY 14098.

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

MEDINA – Ralph R. Boyd II, 64, of Medina, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 2, 2023.

Born July 16, 1959 in Albion, he was a son of Ralph R. Boyd and Bonita (Spring) Boyd.

Ralph was a graduate of Medina High School, Class of 1977. Mr. Boyd was a proud Native American and a proud United States Veteran. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1977-1986, earning the rank of Sergeant.

Ralph was a man of many talents and hobbies. He was a skilled carpenter and enjoyed working with his hands. He held various jobs, including for Agway Builders, BernzOmatic, Country Contracting and finally Snappy in Medina. Ralph enjoyed problem solving and was never afraid to learn something new. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need.

Ralph was predeceased by his father, Ralph R. Boyd; his son, Brian D. Boyd; sister, Kathleen Vanderbrook; and brother in-law, Keith Newman.

Survivors include his children, Ralph (Jenelle) Boyd III of Lyndonville, Tanya (Troy) Callard of Reno, NV, Jessica (Ronald, Jr.) Breed of Manchester, NY and Sophia Boyd; grandchildren, Elijah Shadow Boyd, Lily (Christopher) Kompe, Mason Boyd, Katelyn Boyd, Anastasia, Layla, Cadence and Gwenevere Breed; his mother, Bonita “Bonnie” Boyd of Basom; sisters, Teri Mengs of Lockport, Tina Newman of GA and Kimberly (Scott) Sylvester of NJ; loving girlfriend, Sharon Taylor; and many nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, Dec. 7 from 5-7PM at Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. Interment with full military honors will be held on Friday, Dec. 8 at 1PM at the WNY National Cemetery, Corfu. Memorial donations may be made to the Orleans County Joint Veterans Council, 13996 Rt. 31 West, Albion, NY 14411. Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com.

Calvin L. “Cal” Davis, 88, of Lyndonville, NY, entered into rest on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at the United Memorial Hospital, Batavia, NY.

Born on December 24, 1934, in Clay County, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Richard and Cora (Samples) Davis.

Cal married the late and former Kathern Jeffers in 1959 and raised three children together. He held various maintenance positions at FMC, Lipton’s, and Ontario Foods. Cal enjoyed being outdoors and taking long walks in the woods, especially while he was hunting.

He is survived by his daughter, Linda Davis of Lyndonville, NY; seven grandchildren, Adam (Allissa) Helsdon, of Hanover, PA; Elizabeth (Alex) Powell of Huntsville, AL; Stephanie (Andrew) Rounsville of Rochester, NY; Kala Charman, Eric Charman, both of Huntsville, AL, Tracy Moore of Rochester, NY, and Ryan Davis of Medina, NY, also surviving are seven great-grandchildren, a brother, Russell Davis of Slidell, LA, and several nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents and wife, Cal is predeceased by a son, Victor Davis, and a daughter, Betty Charman.

The family would like to thank their neighbors and friends for the help and support given to Cal during his sickness.

There are no calling hours. A private service will be held at the family’s convenience.

Memorials may be made in Cal’s name to the Ridgeway Volunteer Fire Department, 11392 Ridge Rd, Medina, NY 14103, or to Medina Ambulance c/o Medina Fire Department, 600 Main St, Medina, NY 14103.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Bogan & Tuttle Funeral Home, 226 Pearl St. Medina, NY 14103.

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

LYNDONVILLE- Mary A. Scarlett, (Mondo) of Lyndonville, NY went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 2, 2023.

Mary was born on June 22, 1926 in Batavia, NY, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Eva (Monacelli) Mondo. Mary was predeceased by her husband Warren in 2007 after 58 years of marriage.

Mary was employed with the H.J. Heinz Company after high school as a private secretary. Mary and Warren married in 1949 and resided in Millville, NY before retiring and then moved to Lantana, FL. In 2002, they returned to NY to live in Lyndonville and be closer to family.

They enjoyed traveling together to many different countries and were accomplished Square Dancers that traveled to various states for Square Dancing events.

Also after retiring, Mary volunteered at the Medina Memorial Hospital and enjoyed helping out at all of the church functions including folding news bulletins and counting donations after Sunday services. She was active in the United Methodist Church in Millville, NY and the United Methodist Church in Florida and in Lyndonville.

Mary was “Aunt Mary” to everyone who knew her, they loved her like an Aunt and she loved them as well. She always enjoyed her many nieces and nephews and was ready to join in and make memories with them. Mary was able to enjoy her stay at home with her beloved aides for 5 years and her family is forever grateful.

Predeceased by her husband Warren Scarlett, brothers Russell (late Rita) Mondo and Caesar Mondo and brother-in-law John Poler.

She is survived by her sister, Teresa (late John) Poler, sister-in-law Harriet (late Caesar) Mondo, cousins, many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great-grand nieces and nephews.

Friends and relatives may attend call on Saturday, December 9^th, 2023 from 11 AM-1 PM at the Lyndonville United Methodist Church, 102 N Main St, Lyndonville, NY 14098, where a funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM. Burial will be in the Millville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Mary’s name to Hospice of Orleans,  14080 NY-31, Albion, NY 14411.

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Carol M. Wright, 77, of Medina, NY, entered into rest on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at United Memorial Medical Center, Batavia, NY.

Born on August 11, 1946, in Medina, NY, she was the daughter of the late Irving and Betty (Chambers) Lane.

Carol lived in Medina all her life, and in 1962, she married the late Ronald J. Wright Sr. She worked in the Migrant Education Summer School Program and Bernie’s Laundromat in Medina. She enjoyed making ceramics and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Carol is survived by her five children, Ronald (Sharon) Wright of Medina, NY; Starla Wright of Lyndonville, NY; Richard (Mary) Wright of Lockport, NY; Dennis (Michelle) Wright of Medina, NY; Crystal Wright (Rudy Elbahi of Medina, NY, 15 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, a brother, Mike (Molly) Lane of Point Breeze, NY. And many nieces and nephews.

Carol is predeceased by a sister, Betty Newton, and two great-grandchildren, Kahutah R.M. Fletcher and Adriana Jade Wright.

Relatives and friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at the Bogan & Tuttle Funeral Home, 226 Pearl St. Medina, NY 14103, where a funeral service will be held on Friday, 11:00 AM.

Memorials may be made in Carol’s name to United Memorial Medical Center, 127 North Street.

Batavia, NY 14020.

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

MIDDLEPORT- Terry L. Sloniker passed away November 28, 2023 at Eastern Niagara Hospital. He was born October 8, 1954 in Ransomville to the late Roy and Betty (Flickner) Sloniker.

Terry was a carpenter by trade, spending over 50 years building things for his family and countless people. He loved spending time at the family property picnicking, clearing land and making trails for anyone that came over. The property gave friends and family a spot to relax and sit by the bonfire, cook on the special fireplace he built with his son, hunt and also pick berries. Terry was an avid hunter and fisherman all his life. He was a big fan of the Buffalo Sabres and hockey fan overall. Time with his family, especially his grandsons, was always so important to Terry. 

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his son, Nicholas Jon Sloniker and five brothers-in-law. 

Terry is survived by his loving wife who he married on September 22, 1973, Elizabeth, daughters; Aimee (Sam Russo III) Sloniker, Carly (Shannon) Petrie, grandsons; Brian Russo, Tyler Pitcher, Sam Russo IV, Nicholas Russo, Colby Petrie, Landen Petrie, Logan Petrie, “grand dog” Max, siblings; Karen Sloniker, Allen (Rosemarie) Sloniker, Gary Sloniker, brother-in-law; Joe (Nancy) Fidanza as well as many other family members, nieces, nephews, cousins, and special friends.

Terry’s arrangements have been entrusted to the Bates, Wallace & Heath Funeral Home, Middleport, NY.

Interment will be held at Hartland Central Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Terry’s name may be made to the NRA.

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

MEDINA- Paul D. Hartway, age 85, of Medina, passed away at his home on November 28, 2023.

Born September 23, 1938 in Medina, Paul was a son of the late Charles and Martha (Mauragis) Hartway. He graduated from Medina High School in the Class of 1956. Paul had a love of farming, especially alongside his father growing up. He worked for many years at Fisher-Price Toys in Medina. Paul enjoyed bowling, watching sports games and loved taking meticulous car of his cars.

Paul was predeceased by his sister, Joan Hartway in 2021 and brother, Charles Hartway in March 2023.

He is survived by sister in-law, Bonnie Hartway; cherished uncle of Lisa (Timothy) Enderby, Jennifer (James) Bansbach, Charles J. (Darlene) Hartway, Bridgett DiCureia, Richard (Marie) Hartway, Emily (Lee) Winters, Kara Muscarella, Amanda (Eric) Hoban and Matthew (Bianca) Hartway; and great-uncle to several great-nieces and nephews.

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com

MEDINA – Franklin T. “Frank” Hartway, loving son, brother, uncle, partner, and friend passed away on Monday, November 27, 2023 at the age of 29.

Frank was born in Medina on December 6, 1993, a son of Charles J. and Darlene (Wilson) Hartway. He attended Medina Central School and graduated from Deuel High School, Class of 2012. Frank was a talented athlete. Throughout high school he played football and participated in wrestling. He went on to graduate from South Dakota State University in 2015.

Frank enjoyed working on his farm. Alongside his brothers, he was a partner of Hartway Farms in Barre, NY. Frank had many passions in life. He had his private pilot’s license and loved to travel. Other than his love for agriculture, Frank loved his border collie, Lucca. You could always find him in the passenger seat of his pickup truck.

Frank came from a large family whom he cared for deeply. He is survived by his parents, Charles and Darlene Hartway; his siblings, Nathaniel (Megan) Hartway, Justin (Kristin) Hartway, Katie (Alex) Misiti, Travis (Cherub) Hartway, Bailey (Robert) Bannister, Martha (Eli) Bannister, and Ethan Carson; paternal grandmother, Bonnie (late Charles) Hartway; and maternal grandmother, Cecelia (late Charles) Wilson. He is also survived by his loving girlfriend, Makaila Albanese, as well as his many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, Dec. 2 at 12:30 p.m. at Holy Trinity Parish, St. Mary’s Church, 211 Eagle St. Medina, NY. In lieu of calling hours, everyone is welcome to join the family for a Celebration of Life Gathering immediately following Frank’s Mass at The Knights of Columbus, 418 Main St., Medina. Arrangements are in the care of Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina.

BATAVIA – Scott F. Hall, 70 of Batavia, passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia, New York.

Scott was born Friday, April 10, 1953, in Batavia, New York, a son of the late William D. and Dorothy (Foster) Hall. Scott was married to the love of his life, Judith (Bolles) Hall, for 35 years, and together they raised three wonderful children.

Always wearing blue jeans, he enjoyed fishing, gardening his tomatoes, spending time with friends and family, Disney, cheering on the Yankees, and golfing at Terry Hills Golf Course, where he had been a formidable member of the Thursday Night League for each of the past six decades. Coaching his boys with his daughter was one of the greatest joys of his life. His professional career included 20 years as a produce manager and 20 years as a night manager at Lowe’s.

Scott is survived by his sons, David Hall and Philip Hall of Batavia; grandchildren, Elizabeth and Matthew Harris; son-in-law Jason Harris of Las Vegas, NV; a brother, Ronald (Shellye) Hall of Albion; a sister, Wende (Late Sidney R.) London of Medina; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

In death, Scott is reunited with his wife, Judith Hall; his daughter, Amy Harris; and his parents, William D. and Dorothy Hall.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of H. E. Turner & Co., Inc. Funeral Home. A graveside service will be in Grandview Cemetery, Batavia, NY, on Friday, December 1, 2023, at 10:00 am.

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HOLLEY – Mark J. Monacelli, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, peacefully passed away with his loved ones by his side on November 28th, 2023, at the age of 69. Born on October 4th, 1954, in Albion, NY, to Geraldine and Felix Monacelli, Mark spent his entire life in Holley, NY.

Mark is survived by his devoted wife of 25 years, Debbie Monacelli; his son, Bryan Monacelli (Mallorie), and his cherished grandchildren: Felix, Briella, Kailey, Kelly, Tabitha, and Jason. He is also survived by his sister, brother, and brother-in-law, Vicki Coykendall and Scott (Jennifer) Monacelli, Andy (Laurel) Gearhart along with nieces and nephews, Lindsey (Gary) Gallo, Benjamin, Aubree Monacelli, and Lily and Emma Gearhart.

Mark was a true renaissance man, embracing a multitude of passions and leaving a lasting impact on all who knew him. His gardens were a testament to his green thumb and love for cultivating beauty. In retirement, Mark found joy in playing golf with his friends, both in New York and Florida. Beyond the greens, he expressed his artistic side through painting, showcased his craftsmanship in carpentry, and delighted in creating delicious meals in the kitchen.

Mark’s warm smile, gentle spirit, and diverse talents enriched the lives of those around him. He will be remembered not only for his love and dedication to his family but also for the vibrant tapestry of interests that defined his life. In the midst of grief, we celebrate the legacy of a man who lived life to the fullest and touched the hearts of many.

Calling hours will be held Friday December 1st, 2023 from 4 to 7 pm at Christopher Mitchell Family Funeral Home 16650 State Route 31 Holley, NY 14470. A memorial service to honor Mark’s life will be held on December 2nd, 2023 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s church, S. Main St. Holley, NY 14470.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Mary’s church
https://secure.myvanco.com/L-ZHPG/campaign/C-14HR8.

May Mark’s memory be a source of comfort and inspiration to all who had the privilege of knowing him.

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