Obituaries

ALBION – Gary P. Preston, 70, passed away in his sleep December 12, 2022, following a short illness. Gary was born May 3, 1952 in Albion, the son of the late Ronald and Rose (Restivo) Preston. 

Gary was a member of Holy Family Parish, Albion Fire Dept. and St. Mary’s Archers Club.  Gary enjoyed cooking and would cook breakfast for the fishermen at St. Mary’s Archers Club.  He would also cook at the Albion Fire Dept. Recreation Hall and started Fatso’s Cook Crew. Gary was an avid NY Yankees and Green Bay Packers fan. Gary played Santa Claus for many years and enjoyed bringing smiles to everyone. His greatest enjoyment was spending time with his family.   

He is survived by his wife Lynette; sons, Justin and Mark; grandson, Ashton Preston; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Robert (Sandy) Wells; nephews, Adam (Danielle) Wells and Chris (Julie) Wells; great-nieces and nephews, Taylor, Camdyn, Mason and Emma Wells.

A family gathering will be private. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.

Gary’s arrangements are entrusted to Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, 21 West Avenue, Albion.

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

ALBION – Leslie (Les) L. Tabor, 78, of Albion, NY, entered eternal rest on December 12, 2022.

He was the son of the late Vincent and Gertrude Tabor, a brother to twelve siblings, including his identical twin, Wesley. 

Les was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He was a proud member of the Carlton Fire Department for 43 years, serving his community was his passion.

He could be found at the Albion School supporting his grandchildren’s activities, playing cards with friends every Friday, enjoying dinners with his siblings on Sundays, and traveling with his family at any opportunity. He was a member of the Victory Baptist Church. He worked for many years at Flower City Tissue Mills in Rochester, T.J. Lipton in Albion and G/E B&D in Brockport.

Les will greatly be missed by his spouse of 51 years, Barbara; children: James (Heather) Tabor, Rebekah (Darryll) Beach, and Victoria Tabor; grandchildren, Preston and Autumn Flugel, Madelin Tabor, Dyllan, Katelyn and Myles Beach; siblings: Marjorie Manley, Wesley Tabor, Janice (Ted) Barrett, Daniel (Sheila) Tabor, David (Carol) Tabor, Michael (Fay) Tabor, Mitzi Boryszewski, Sally Tabor, Christine Tabor and his church family. 

He was predeceased by his siblings: Patricia Tabor, Charles Tabor and Nicholas Tabor.

His Celebration of Life Service will be held on Wednesday December 21^st at 11 a.m. at the Victory Baptist Church, 3713 Clarendon Rd., Albion NY 14411. Burial will be private at Mt. Albion Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Carlton Fire Dept. or to Victory Baptist Church. Arrangements were entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Inc. Albion.

To share a special memory of Les, please visitwww.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com. 

Irene “Mickey” (Whittleton) White, 100, formerly of Medina, NY, entered into rest on November 26, 2022.

Born October 27, 1922 in Medina, she was the daughter of the late James and Gladys (Llewellyn) Whittleton. Mickey was a graduate of Medina High School class of _1941. She worked for many years at FMC in Middleport as a key punch operator, retiring in 1985. Mickey was a member of the First Baptist Church in Medina. In 1984 she married Roland White. The couple were members of the Middleport United Methodist Church and they wintered in Florida for many years. In 2004 they moved to Austin, Texas to live with her daughter, Ellyn.

Mickey enjoyed roller skating, listening to organ music and especially enjoyed listening to Scottish bagpipers, which her family surprised her with at her 100^th birthday party.

Mickey was predeceased by her husband, Roland in 2007; her son, Albert W. Keller in 2021; and brothers, Arthur, James, Alfred and Norman Whittleton.

She is survived by her daughter, Ellyn (Greg) MacConnell of Austin, Texas; grandchildren, Melissa Henshaw, Kathryn Ames, Julie Keller (Frank) Rizzo and Brandon (Yolanda) Keller; great-grandchildren, Noah Henshaw, Olivia Henshaw, Elizabeth Axford, Nolan Axford,  Hannah Keller and Devon Keller; also several nieces and nephews.

Services, to be announced, will be held at a later date next spring. Burial will be in Boxwood Cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com

KENDALL – Stephen Arthur Seaman, age 82, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 10, 2022. He was born August 15, 1940 in Brockport, NY to Max and Helen Seaman. Stephen was a lifetime resident of Kendall, NY.

In addition to his parents, Stephen is predeceased by his high school sweetheart and beloved wife of 57 years, Mary Ellen Seaman; his brother, Martin; and sisters:  Sally, Elaine, and Eileen.

Stephen served in the United States Navy and was stationed in Turkey from 1965-1967. Once home, he secured a job at Rochester Telephone Company, where he was an Electrical Engineer. After his retirement, he became the Town of Kendall’s Assessor for ten years. In his retirement, he enjoyed going to coffee in the mornings with “the guys”, and attending and supporting his son’s and grandchildren’s events, and spending most of his time with his four-legged companion, Fiona.

Stephen is survived by his loving son, Patrick (Amy) Seaman; daughter-in-law Sandra (Mac) McNall; grandchildren: Samantha (Christopher) Flansburg, Rebecca (Adam) Grillo, Paula Miller, Steven (Carla) Miller; and six great-grandchildren: Luke Flansburg, Anna and Lena Grillo, Grace and Lydia Miller, and Madelyn Bell; brother, Timothy (Terri) Seaman; sister, Susan (Jim) Zornow; sister-in-law, Dorothy Seaman; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

A memorial service to honor Stephen’s life will be held on Sunday, Dec. 18, at 3 p.m. at St John’s Lutheran Church at 1107 Lake Road North, Hamlin, New York 14464. Stephen’s arrangements have been entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Albion, NY.

Memorials may be made to Supportive Care of Orleans or donations to St. John’s Lutheran Church.

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

Kent: David G. Reis, Sr., age 90, passed away unexpectedly on December 11, 2022. He was born December 15, 1931 in Rochester to the late Frank and Olive (Parrish) Reis.

David worked for the Orleans County Sheriff’s Department for over 20 years. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Joyce in 2007, brothers, Paul, Frank, Bob, and Chuck.

David is survived by his children, David (Joan) Reis, Jr., Lynda (Jim) Bullivant, Carol Reis-Burchfield, Edwin Reis, Bonny (Keith) Tymkin, several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

A memorial service for David will be held at Concordia Lutheran Church in Kendall at a later date.

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

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

MEDINA- Richard H. “Dick” Nellist, entered into rest on Sunday, December 4, 2022. Born on the family farm in the Town of Somerset on October 5, 1929, he was the youngest son of Donald and Esther (Bloomfield) Nellist.

After graduating from Barker High School in 1946, Dick served in the U.S. Army as a member of the 7^th Hospital Band stationed in Valley Forge, PA. In 1954, he married the former Shirley Maxon and together they settled in Medina.

He was employed for 31 years by Harrison Radiator in Lockport and retired in 1987. He was a charter member of the Medina Auxiliary Police, where he served both as Lieutenant and as Captain.

Being a local history buff, he was a member of the Medina Historical Society and served as Historian for the Town of Ridgeway for 20 years. In 2017, he and his wife, Shirley were honored as “Heritage Heroes” for their efforts in preparing detailed records for the 11 cemeteries in the Town of Ridgeway- over 11,000 burials all told, which are now loaded into the Orleans County Genweb system online and available for anyone doing genealogical research.

Always interested in music, Dick was a member of T.O.P.A. and actively participated in several of the group’s musicals in the 1960’s and 1970’s. In his 80’s, he again began “blowing the horn” as a member of the Barker Community Band.

Dick is survived by his son, Gregory M. (Lynne) Nellist of Medina; daughter, Patricia A. (Jon) Holden of Lockport; granddaughters, Amanda Holden of Washington D.C. and Krista A. Nellist (Ryan Leffler) of Churchville. He was predeceased by his wife, Shirley Nellist in 2019; grandson, Michael Holden in 2018; and brother, Robert Nellist in 2020.

Friends may call on Wednesday, December 21 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina, where his memorial service will immediately follow at 3:00 p.m. Interment will be in the Somerset Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Medina Historical Society, 406 West Ave., Medina, NY 14103 or the Barker Community Band, P.O. Box 43, Barker, NY 14012. Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com

MEDINA – Francis J. Balcerzak, of Medina, passed away peacefully at home with his daughter by his side on Monday, December 9, 2022. Born November 18, 1933 in Medina, he was a son of the late Anthony and Agnes (Cotriss) Balcerzak.

Mr. Balcerzak was a graduate of Medina High School, class of 1953. Shortly after, he joined the U.S. Air Force and served from 1953-1957. On February 8, 1961 he married the former Ann Beyer. The couple resided in Medina and were parishioners of the former Sacred Heart of Jesus R.C. Church.

Early on, Mr. Balcerzak worked for Frank J. Balcerzak & Son Construction Co. before starting a career as a heavy equipment operator for the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local Union #17 in Niagara Falls, retiring after 40 years. Mr. Balcerzak was a member of Lincoln Post #1483, V.F.W., Junior Wilson Sportsman’s Club and the Sacred Heart Club. He was an avid gardener, enjoyed the outdoors, the Buffalo Bills and especially spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his daughter Julie (late Charles) Calvert of Warsaw; grandsons, Jesse Calvert (Brianna Curle) of SC and Michael (Cortney) Calvert of Arcade; step-granddaughter, Alicia McRoy; four great-grandchildren, Caroline and Watson Calvert, Natalie Hiller and Charlotte McRoy; a brother, Michael (Carolyn) Balcerzak; sister in-law, Patricia Balcerzak; many nieces and nephews; and longtime caregivers, Laurel Bane and Ashley Petrie.

Predeceased by wife, Ann Balcerzak in 2003; and nine siblings, Joseph (Dorothy), Mary (William) Knights, Eleanor (Robert) Rignall, Helen (Thomas) Morien, Kate (William) Gun, Anthony, Jr., Loretta (Leo) Koneski, Leonard (Kathy) and Donald (Nedra) Balcerzak.

Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 14, from 10 a.m. to noon at Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina, where his memorial service will immediately follow at noon. Interment with full military honors will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery.

**SERVICE UPDATE** Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, December 14 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. His Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 12:15 p.m. at Holy Trinity Parish, St. Mary’s Church, 211 Eagle St., Medina.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ridgeway Fire Co., 11392 Ridge Rd., Medina, NY 14103, Medina Lions Club, 711 Park Ave., Medina or to Supportive Care of Orleans at www.supportivecareorleans.org.

Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com.

Chili/Medina- Carol K. Lenhardt passed unexpectedly but peacefully on December 4, 2022 at the age of 88.  She was born on June 12, 1934 in Chili, NY to Lawrence and Esther (Ebertz) Lenhardt.  Esther passed away when Carol was very young, and Lawrence re-married to Ruth (Banister) Lenhardt.  Ruth raised Carol and her brother, Frank as her own children for the rest of her life.

Carol was a teacher at Royalton Hartland High School in Middleport, NY for 30+ years.  She attended Chili # 11 – Florence Brasser, West High School, and University of Rochester where she received her BS.  She received her master’s degree at Syracuse University.

Preferring rural school districts, she chose Royalton Hartland district to teach math and science in middle and high school.  When first moving to the area, she rented apartments.  Then with her father’s help, she decided to build her own home in Medina.  In 2015 she decided to move closer to her family and chose the Parkland Legacy in Chili.

Carol was involved in many activities while in Medina. She sewed costumes and painted scenery for school plays.  She enjoyed singing in local choirs.  She was very active in the New York State Science Teacher’s Association.  Her Dad had always told her she could become whatever she wanted to be.  Carol was always self-assured. 

Upon retiring in the 80’s, she returned to school at the University of Buffalo where she earned her PhD, and supervised student teachers when they went out to practice teach.  During her life, she was quite a world traveler. She took extended tours to Hawaii, Galapagos Islands, New Zealand, Germany and Alaska. 

Friends and Family have loved Carol and enjoyed her company over the years.  We could not have hoped for more for her.

Carol is survived by her brother Frank Lenhardt (Joan), nephew Joe Lenhardt (Cherry), niece Mary Lenhardt (Al Pratt), great nephews Ian and Nicholas Lenhardt, and cousin Ray Potter. 

Carol’s Funeral Mass will be held at 11 AM Saturday December 17, 2022 at St. Martin de Porres Parish at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 99 Main St. Scottsville. Interment St. Pius 10th Cemetery, Chili.

To share a memory or leave a condolence please visit Scottsvillefuneralhome.com

(ALBION) Margaret S. “Maggie” Dick, age 88, died December 7, 2022 in the Orchard Manor Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.  She was born January 18, 1934 in Aberdeen, Scotland to Alec and Margaret (Summers) Duncan and had lived in this area since 1976.   

Maggie was a member of the Albion 1^st Presbyterian Church, the Albion Lodge #1006 BPO Elks, and was a hostess at McDonalds for many years.  She enjoyed golfing, crocheting but enjoyed her family most of all…in particular, her grandchildren.  Mrs. Dick was predeceased by her husband William, a son William “Billy” James Dick, and several brothers and one sister.

She is survived by her son: John “Jack” (Susan) Dick of Albion, two grandchildren: Kevin, and Jeffrey (Emma) and a great grandson Atreus.

There will be no calling hours.  Family and friends are invited to attend her Memorial Service MONDAY December 12 at 11 am.  Private interment at the convenience of the family will be in Mt. Albion Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the MS Society, 1000 Elmwood Ave #900, Rochester, NY, 14620.  Maggie’s arrangements have been entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Albion. To share a special memory of Maggie, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com

Barker:  Judy K. Schultz, 72, went to be with our Lord December 6, 2022.  She was born October 17, 1950 in Medina the daughter of the late Elmer G and Emily Ann (Schilling) Schultz.  Judy graduated from Royalton Hartland Central School and then graduated from Genesee State College and Brockport State with her Teacher Certificate.  She was a beloved Kindergarten teacher at Barker Elementary School for 31 years. Judy was a member and played the organ at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Lyndonville Busy Buddies and Johnson Creek Seniors and the NYS Retired Teachers Association.  After retirement Judy volunteered at the Dale Center in Lockport.  Judy loved spending time with her family, traveling, dogs and keeping up on her former students lives.

Judy is survived by her sisters, Donna (Dennis) Besco of Gasport, Nina (Patrick) Smith of Naples; nieces and nephews, Jennifer (Robert) McAndrew, Jason, (Sue Porter) Besco, Colleen (Jon) Betrus and Justin Smith; great-nieces & nephews, Emily Branch, Allison Branch, Jacob Betrus, Connor Betrus and Robert McAndrew; several cousins and lifelong friends.

The family will receive friends at Holy Cross Lutheran Church on Saturday December 10, from 11:00-12:00, followed by Judy’s funeral service at the church.  Private interment will be in Royalton Mountain Ridge Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Niagara County SPCA, 2100 Lockport Rd., Niagara Falls, NY 14304 or the Holy Cross Lutheran Church 133 Telegraph Rd. Middleport, NY 14105

Judy’s arrangements are entrusted to Bates, Wallace & Heath Funeral Home, 38 State St. Middleport.

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

(Clarendon)  Charles L. “Chuck” Beach, 91, passed away Dec. 4, 2022 at Unity Hospital.  He was born Sept. 26, 1931 in Brookfield, NY, a son of the late Frank and Mary (York) Beach and had lived in this area most of his life.

Chuck served in the US Army during Korea.  He was a dairy farmer and owned and operated Char-Joy Farms for many years, after raising cows he raised goats.  Chuck square danced for over 25 years and was a member of the Batavia Silver Stars.  He enjoyed gardening and traveling; he visited 18 states on one trip.   

In addition to his parents, Chuck was predeceased by his wife Joyce; brother Eugene; sisters Clara Corbin, Anna Mary Beach; step-daughter Rhonda Yingling.

He is survived by his loving companion of 32 years, Arlene Kirkwood; his son Peter (Maureen) Beach; daughters Paula (James) Dresser, Patricia O’Hara, Peggy Beach; grandchildren Christine, Julie, Andrew, Cynthia, Adam, Sara, Kaitlyn, Christopher, Ryan, Rebecca; 21 great-grandchildren; step-daughter Crystal Yingling as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.   

The family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Inc., 16650 State Route 31 Holley on Wednesday, Dec. 14, from 1 to 3 p.m. where his memorial service will be at 3 p.m. followed by Military Honors.

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

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

Mary Jeanne Bowin, of Albion, died on Monday, December 5, 2022.

She was born in Medina on March 6, 1934 and was the daughter of Francis and Jean O’Brien. Mary Jeanne graduated from Medina High School in 1952 and went on to attend Buffalo State College and Brockport State, graduating in 1956. She taught primary school in Kenmore and Gasport for 28 years, retiring in 1991.

Mary Jeanne is survived by her husband, Roger Bowin of Albion; children, Dr. John (Jennifer) Bowin of California and Amy (Andrew) Douglass of Chicago; and three grandchildren, Sara Bowin, Adeline Douglass and Eleanor Douglass. She was predeceased by her son, Mark E. Bowin in 2014; and brother, Edward O’Brien in 2011.

At her request, there will be no calling hours. Burial will be in Mt. Albion Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are in the care of Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com

ALBION – Diana Dudley, age 88, died unexpectedly December 3, 2022 in her home. She was born May 27, 1934 in Cortland to Russell and Margaret (Gilchrist) Dudley. 

She grew up in Lyons and had lived in this area since 1965.  Diana was a member of the Pullman Memorial Universalist Church of Albion where she served as Treasurer and long-time musician playing the organ and piano as well as her guitar. 

She was a dedicated Democrat and walked this earth as an embodiment of a Good Samaritan…as she would help anyone in need and as a positive person…always, with a smile. 

Ms. Dudley was predeceased by her parents, her sister Priscilla, her daughter Holly and her former husband Luther Robinson.

She is survived by her sons: Mark Robinson and Eric Robinson, her brother Hugh Dudley, her sister Vicky Dudley, 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and beloved friend: Don Olsowki. 

There will be no calling hours.  Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Diana’s life on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022 at 2 p.m. in the Pullman Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church, 10 E. Park Street, Albion, NY, 14411. 

Interment in Mt. Albion Cemetery will be held at the convenience of the family at a later date.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to her church. 

Diana’s arrangements have been entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Albion.  A link to watch her Celebration of Life via Livestream will be posted on her Facebook page.  To share a special memory of Diana, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com

CLARENDON – David W. Moore, 78, passed away December 6, 2022, due to a long battle with cancer. He was born October 22, 1944, in Clarendon to the late Cecil and Jessie (Davis) Moore.

Dave’s greatest love was time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was proud to come from a large family and he also created a large family with his wife of over 52 years, Rebecca “Hannah”. Dave was an avid Cleveland Browns and New York Yankees fan and proud of his Canadian heritage.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings, Cecil, Ron, Kip, Zola Smith, Colleen Sauro and many other family members.

David is survived by his loving wife Rebecca “Hannah”, children, Carmen (Wes) Sabo, Kathy Benoit, Debbie Saddewasser, Darlene (Dan) Orbaker, Jason (Tracy) Moore, Cecil Moore, grandchildren, Lee, Tyler, Amanda, Andrea, Colton, Caleb, Joshua, David, Brandon, Jake, Connor, Brendan, Dillan, Gavin, Tavish, great-grandchildren, Leland, Cameron, Leah, Lucas, Ada, Colin, Amelia, Leland, Liam, Riley, Rowan, siblings, Robert Moore, Frieda Sabo, Vera Kingdollar, Betty Fulks, Bernice Smith, Sandy Kozlowski, many other family members, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Services for David will be held privately by invitation only.

Memorial contributions in David’s name may be made to a local fire department of your choice.

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

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

ALBION –Frank E. Hill, 73, passed away peacefully December 3, 2022, after complications from surgery.  Frank was born May 7, 1949, in Syracuse, NY and was son to the late Frederick and Felice (Hagberg) Hill.

Frank served in the United States Army and was a proud veteran.  His greatest love was his children and grandchildren whom he spoke about freely and often.  If you knew Frank, you knew all about his family.

Frank is survived by his children, Michael (Joelle) Hill and Alli (Christian) Argentieri; grandchildren, Ethan, Caleb, Evelyn, Phoebe, Jocelyn and Julian; siblings, Sandy (Mark) Kidwell, Patty (Rich) Bondi and Ken Hill, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Frank’s family will receive friends at the Fowler Funeral Home: 340 West Ave, Brockport on Saturday December 10th from 9 to 11 a.m. with a service to follow. Interment will be held at the Lakeview Cemetery

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in his name to the Veterans Outreach Center.

Lois A. Wadhams of King, NC went to be with the Lord on December 3^rd.  She was born in 1933 in Pikeville, KY to Zera (Conley) and Lundy Adams.  She moved to this area in the 1950’s where she met and married Benjamin Wadhams from Holley in 1960.  Wayne (Kelly) arrived a few years later and the three of them moved to Carlton in 1966.  Vonda and Doyle (Pamela) came along soon thereafter.  In addition to her parents, Lois was predeceased by her husband Ben and several siblings, Joyce (John) Klopp, Robert Adams, Julene (John) Weddington and Joann Stratton.  Along with her children, left to cherish Lois’s memory are sisters Gladys, Patricia (James) Lorentz and Garnet (Bud) Moore, Sister-in-law Dot Adams, brother-in-law Glenn Stratton, grandchildren Kelsey (Aaron) Yantz, Ben, Emma, Noah, Molly Wadhams, great-grandchild Theo Yantz as well as nieces, nephews and friends.

Lois will miss doing water aerobics at the YMCA in King, NC and working in her yard.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the staff at Supportive Care of Orleans who provided loving comfort and care to Lois and all of us over the last few weeks.

The family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Inc. 21 W. Ave. Albion Sunday December 11^th 12:00pm-2:00pm where her Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00pm.  Burial will be in Mt. Albion Cemetery.

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

Everett H. “Skip” Coon, was received into the arms of his Savior on Monday, December 5, 2022 at the age of 90.

He was born on September 30, 1932 in Westerly, Rhode Island, a son of the late Walter Coon and Beatrice (Hunt) Coon. Mr. Coon married the former Phyllis Sue Jewell on December 18, 1971. The couple had two daughters and resided in Wyoming, NY for more than 40 years. In 1973 Mr. Coon graduated from the Elohim Bible Institute. Mr. Coon worked as a lineman for National Fuel Gas, retiring in 1995 following 30 years of service. A man of strong faith, Mr. Coon was a member of the East Shelby Community Bible Church. He was an avid gardener and enjoyed biking. Mr. Coon was also an avid letter writer, enjoyed photography and reading history books, magazines and especially the Bible.

Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife of over 50 years, Sue Coon; daughters, Sue Ellen (Ben) Clark and Amy (Levi) Olsen; four grandchildren, Natalia, Elise, Lillian and Josiah Olsen; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents he was predeceased by six siblings, Walter Coon, Susan Mosseau, Bernie Campbell, Grace Coon, Herb Coon and Beverly “Belle” McCarthy.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 5PM at the East Shelby Community Bible Church, 5278 E. Shelby Rd., Medina, NY 14103. Arrangements are in the care of Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com

Holley: Donald F. Ryan, 89, passed away December 4, 2022, in the arms of his daughter.  Don was born March 20, 1933, a son of the late Franklin and Mabel Ryan.  Mr. Ryan was the oldest active member of the Holley Fire Department, Fire Police and Fire Marshall.  Don served in the United States Navy during the Korean War.  He enjoyed working on his farm and taking care of the waterfowl, of which each one had a name.  He also treasured his dogs.  Don’s greatest love was his family, especially his grandchildren.

Don was predeceased by his loving wife of 66 years, Darl (Gillette) Ryan, sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Sandy & George Bower, nephew, Edwin Bower and siblings, jerry, Betty, Russell, Fredy and Lucille Ryan.

Survived by his son, Kevin (Elaine) Ryan of Holley; daughter, Kelly Ryan Valente of Batavia; grandchildren, LeeAnna (Dan) SanFilippo, Nicholas (Carmen) Valente, Jesse (Ashleigh) Valente; great-grandchildren, Ryan SanFilippo, Michael Vito Valente, Josefina Lynn Valente, Salina Rose Valente; several nieces, nephews, cousins.

The family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, 16650 Route 31, Holley, NY., on Sunday December 11, from 1:00-4:00pm followed by his funeral service at the funeral home at 4:00pm.  Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery in the spring with military honors.

Memorials may be made to the Holley fire Dept. 7 Thomas St. Holley, NY 14470.

MONTANA – Lisa McEwen-Smith passed away peacefully in her Montana home on November 26, 2022.  Lisa was the daughter of William and the late Cecelia (Hoffman) Feldman of Lyndonville.  She grew up on the family farm and acquired a love of animals, especially dogs.  She graduated from Lyndonville High School and went on to St. Bonaventure University.  She was a talented graphic designer and spent time in her career at Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Nobel Learning. She was married to the late Steve McEwen during her time in Philadelphia. She enjoyed gardening and was a great cook, like her mother. She shared her passion for cooking with friends and family.  She later married Ed Smith, and they enjoyed building a home and cabin, and hiking together in Montana for many years.

Survivors include her husband, Ed; father, William; sister, Claire (Ed) Salvatore; brother, Timothy (Tina) Feldman; nieces, Emily Salvatore (Tyler Bull), Valerie Salvatore (Chris Hertel), Margaret (Andrew Hydock) Feldman , Elizabeth Feldman, and Abigail Feldman; in-laws Frances Muldoon, Fran (Dan) Tozzi, Sheila Smith Garrity, Andrew (Beth) Smith; nieces Meghan, Deirdre, Bridget, Stephanie and Kelly; nephews Ed and Christopher from the Smith family and also several loving members of the McEwen family.

A memorial mass in celebration of her life will be held on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at 11:00 am at St. Joseph’s Church, 36 Lake Ave. Lyndonville, NY.  Donations in her memory may be made to your local animal shelter.

ALBION – Marguerite Ann Dixon, age 86, died unexpectedly on December 5, 2022. She was born June 15, 1936 in Albion to the late William and Eugenia (Maxon) Sullivan. 

Marguerite was a 1954 graduate of Albion High School. She owned and operated Marguerite Dixon Photography for many years and was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary with the Sheret Post#35 American Legion in Albion. 

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Ralph in 2013, sisters, Delona Ferguson, Ellen Jean Pickett and daughter-in-law, Sue Dixon. 

Marguerite is survived by her children Michael Seaver, Vicki Juckett, Donna (Ralph) Halladay, Noreen Dixon, Peter Dixon, Robert (Ann) Finewood. grandchildren, Anthony Edgerly, Justin (Amanda) Dixon, Barry Juckett, Melissa Warney, Tobias Halladay, Samantha Halladay, Dylan Dixon, Jordan (Matthew) Gawne, great grandchildren, Chelsea (Archie) Deihl, A.J. Edgerly, Taylor Edgerly, Tyler Dixon, Jackson Dixon, Grayson Gawne, sister, Mary DeLawyer, brother-in-law, Robert Michael Ferguson, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Marguerite’s family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home 21 West Ave. Albion, NY 14411 on Monday, December 12th from 11:00-1:00pm where her funeral service will be held at 1:00pm. 

Interment will be held in Mt. Albion Cemetery. 

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