Obituaries

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.  

KENDALL – Beverly A. Kludt, 88, died December 2, 2022 in Strong Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. She was born February 11, 1934 in Albion to Clayton and Grace (Klack) Reamer and was a life-long resident of this area.

Bev was a member of Concordia Lutheran Church-Kendall since 1952, a lifetime member of the Kendall Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, and enjoyed golfing, crocheting, knitting, baking and music. However, she received her greatest joy from her family.

Mrs. Kludt was predeceased by her husband, Harold Kludt.

She is survived by her two children, Cheryl (Tom) Cole of Kendall and Gary (Linda) Kludt of Kendall; 3 sisters, Barb (Rudy) Kludt of Kendall, Sharon (Don) Wright of Brockport, and Brenda (Don) Canaway of Brockport; 4 grandchildren, Matt (Jill ) Kludt, Lisa (Russ) Levett, Katie (Biagio) Zarcone, and Bradley (Brooke) Cole; six great-grandchildren, Grace, Evan, William, Addison, Lily and Liam as well as several nieces and nephews.

There will be no calling hours. Family and friends are invited to attend Bev’s funeral service on Saturday, Dec. 10, beginning at 11 a.m. in Concordia Lutheran Church, 1769 Kendall Rd., Kendall, NY, 14476.

Interment will be in Beechwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the church or the Kendall Fire Department, 1879 Kendall Rd., Kendall, NY, 14476.

Bev’s arrangements have been entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Holley. To share a special memory of Bev, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

CLARENDON – Mary “Beth” Johnson, 80, passed away peacefully December 1, 2022. She was born July 24, 1942, in Rochester the daughter of the late Mary & Frank Voelkl.

Beth was a member of St. Mary’s Church in Holley and the Clarendon Lions Club. She was a former employee of Westside Health, Action for a Better Community and the Holley Community Free Library. Beth volunteered for many organizations including Genesee Country Village, BSA Den Leader, MCB12 Reunion Support and Holley Community Center. Beth would be there to help anyone in need. “Beth was Beth.”

Beth is survived by her husband and best friend or 40 years, Kevin Johnson; daughter, Dawn Marie (Scott) Callaghan; son, Andrew Johnson; grandchildren, Sarah, Dan, Brian, Grace and Dillion; God child, Theresa; and cat, Hazel.

Beth’s Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary’s Church, 9 S. Main St. Holley on Wednesday, Dec. 7, at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Beth’s arrangements have been entrusted to Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, 16650 State Route 31, Holley.

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

Charles G. “Flap” Ingram, 67, of Albion, NY, passed away suddenly on Sunday, November 20, 2022 at his home.

Born on July 17, 1955 in Americus, GA, he was the son of Benjamin “Deacon” Jones Sr. and the late Geneva (Ingram) Jones.

He leaves to mourn his father, Benjamin “Deacon” Jones Sr., siblings, Joel (Tammy) Jones, Benjamin “Pete” (Lynn) Jones Jr., Markus (Trish) Jones;  a nephew, Donnell Bennett, two nieces, Crystal Jones, and Pamela Tylor. Also surviving are a host of great-nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends may attend a memorials service on Saturday, December 3, 2022 at 12 Noon at St. Paul Baptist Church, 139 Ingersoll St., Albion, NY 14411. Burial with be at the convenience of the family.

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

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

ALBION – Palmer Howard “Parm” Wilder, 82, passed away following a brief illness on Nov. 28, 2022.

He was predeceased by daughter Sherry, grandson Cole and sister Susan.

Survived by children DeAnn Wilder of Henderson, NV, Pamela (Tom) Mulka of Albion, Daniel Wilder of Albion, Donna O’Malley of Dalton, GA; sister Betsy (Larry)Kennedy of Clarendon; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren as well as several cousins, nephews and nieces. 

Parm was a graduate of Albion with the Class of 1959. He was in the Army reserve for 8 years, owned harness racehorses, was a heavy equipment operator. He could fix anything, and built several cars and built and owned Par-Me Golf Course.

A celebration of Parm’s life will take place at a later date at Brown Road Golf Course. Memorials may be made to St. Mary’s Archers Club. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home, Albion. To share a special memory of Parm, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Lawrence “Larry” A. James, 58 of Medina, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 27, 2022.

Born on July 23, 1964 in Medina, NY, he was the son of the late Arthur and Blanche (Ashton) James.

Larry is survived by his siblings, Sharon (Norm Weaver) James of Niagara Falls, NY; David (Kathy) James of Medina, NY; LuAnn (Ray Daniels) James of Lyndonville, NY; Richard (Lisa) James and Pamela Heideman, all of Medina, NY. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews and cousins.

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

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

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

Jordan Daniel Boyd
Jan. 28, 1988—Nov. 26, 2022

Holley/Washington DC:  Jordan Daniel Boyd, suddenly November 26, 2022, while sleeping.

Predeceased by his brother, Austin J. Boyd and mother, Tracy (Anderson) Boyd.

Survived by best friend and significant other, Parker Dodge; father, Ronald E. Boyd; grandmother, Doris E. Boyd; Aunt, Rhonda E. Boyd; Uncle William F. Boyd; several great-aunts, great-uncles, and numerous cousins.

Jordan graduated in 2006 from Holley Jr./Sr. High School and in 2010 graduated from American University. He was a Senior Recruiter for Amazon Web Services.

The family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, 16650 State Route 31, Holley, on Saturday, December 10, from 1 to 1:30 p.m. followed by a time of sharing. Immediately after services at the funeral home, everyone is invited to the Holley VFW, 8 Veterans Drive.

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

MEDINA – Gordon H. Hermann, of Medina, entered into rest on Monday, November 28, 2022 at the age of 87.

Mr. Hermann was born in Medina on April 23, 1935, a son of the late Louis and Elizabeth (Harrod) Herman. At the young age of 17, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served aboard the U.S.S. Fisk from 1953-1956. He married the former Ruth Gross on January 21, 1956 and the couple were lifelong residents of the area. Mr. Hermann was employed at the Albion Correctional Facility as an Industrial Supervisor and retired after 22 years in 1995. He was a member of Butts-Clark Post #204, American Legion and Lincoln Post #1483, V.F.W. Mr. Hermann loved to play euchre and, being an avid golfer, was a member of both the Shelridge Country Club and Niagara Orleans Country Club.

Left to cherish his memory are his four children, Neal (Pat) Hermann, Lyle (Bonnie) Hermann, Douglas (Jill) Hermann and Amy (Christopher) Gienau; nine grandchildren, Leanne (Nick) Olshavsky, Kathryn (Chris) Fischer, Danielle (Mike) Kickbush, Christine (Matt) Smith, Nicholas (Megan) Hermann, Andrew (Danielle Hewitt) Hermann, Olivia (Seth) Karas, Trevor Gienau and Evan Gienau; eleven great-grandchildren, Emma and Lucas Olshavsky, Caden and Colton Fischer, Aydan Kickbush, Allie and Carsyn Smith, William and Jake Hermann, Levi Hermann and Drew Karas; and several nieces and nephews.

Gordon was predeceased by his wife, Ruth Hermann, on December 24, 2002; infant great-grandson, Henry James Karas; and five siblings, Valdo, Bernard, Louis “Alley”, Carl Herman and June Gardner.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, Dec. 9 from 4:00-7:00 pm at Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. His memorial service will be on Saturday, Dec. 10 at 10:00 am, also at the funeral home. Interment with full military honors will be in Lynhaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Knights-Kaderli Memorial Fund, PO Box 684, Medina, NY 14103. Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com

Emma J. Pritt, 88, of Medina, NY, passed away on Wednesday, November 23, 2022, with her loving family at her side.

Born on December 5, 1933 in Indiana, PA, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Rillie (Frye) McAdoo.

Emma’s family settled in the Medina area from Pennsylvania and she was employed at the T.J. Lipton Company until its closing and lastly at Ontario Foods. She loved being outdoors, either mowing her lawn or tending to her flower garden. But most of all, Emma enjoyed spending time with her family.

Emma is survived by her daughter, Kathleen (Glenn) Giltner of Medina, NY, eight grandchildren,

Kenneth Eastman, Barbara Shah, Dawn Eastman, Miranda Tower, Terra (Bruce Deyarmin) Giltner, Karyn Giltner, Angel Eastman, and Rachel Eastman, a daughter-in-law, Georgiana Tombari and Emma’s companion, Elmer Mills.

Besides her parents, Emma is predeceased by a daughter, Carolyn Eastman and a son Dayton Eastman, six siblings, Robert and Donald McAdoo, Leona Lange, Louise Guiste, Joan Brown and Kenneth McAdoo and a granddaughter, Renea Bombard and a grandson, Glenn Giltner III.

Relatives and friends may call on Friday, December 2, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bogan & Tuttle Funeral Home, 226 Pearl St. Medina, NY 14103, where a memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Daniel A. Thurber officiating. Burial will be in the West Ridgeway Cemetery.

Memorials may be made in Emma’s name to Office for the Aging, 14016 Rt. 31 W, Albion, NY 14411.

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

Evelyn L. Lyman, 97, died peacefully in her sleep of old age on November 27, 2022, in Casa de las Minas de la Castillo de las Guardas, Spain.

The last of her family’s generation, she was for over 25 years the director of the Swan Library in Albion, New York, one of her many community contributions throughout a long lifetime.

Born in Bainbridge Center, Ohio on October 24, 1925, Evelyn was a graduate of Hiram College where she met her husband, Curtis L. Lyman. She went on to receive a graduate degree in Library Science from Western Reserve School of Library Science, later working at Cornell University, Fort Devens, the University of Rochester and as a medical librarian at Arnold Gregory Memorial Hospital.

She was appointed the director of the Swan Library in 1973, working diligently to improve the book selection and building facilities at the corner of Bank Street and Main Street. She was most proud of making the Library accessible to young and old, through the installation of an elevator and addition of summer youth programs, GED classes, literacy volunteers, and promotion of the cultural arts. For many years, the Swan sponsored a poetry competition named after Evelyn, in recognition of her many contributions.

Evelyn was a member of many civic organizations while living in Albion, including scouting, Young Woman’s Service Club, Orleans County Planning Advisory Committee, Bergen Swamp Preservation Society, Albion Board of Education, the Republican Committee, as a deacon, elder and clerk of session in the Presbyterian Church, and as a founding member of the Cobblestone Society, serving for many years as president.

A decades long member of the choir in the Presbyterian Church, she later joined the American Women’s Club in Seville, Spain, where she continued to share her love of literary and cultural arts with fellow ex-pats.

She is survived by her three children, Curtis Jr. (JoAnne), Nathan (Gail) and James; grandchildren Chelsea (Reggie) Robinson, Brittany (Hayden) Dawes, Laura (Anthony) Sidari, Elizabeth (Erik) Peterson, Catherine (Kate) Wright, and eight great-grandchildren.

She was pre-deceased by her husband Curtis L. Lyman Sr., parents Herbert and Berte Lake, brother Frank Lake and great-grandson, Leon Sidari.

Memorial contributions may be made in Evelyn’s name to the First Presbyterian Church of Albion or the Hoag (formerly Swan) Library in Albion.

There are no calling hours. A memorial service will be held in the future at the convenience of the family.

MEDINA – Donald E. “Butch” Waters, 93, of Medina, entered into rest on Friday, November 25, 2022. Born on May 26, 1929 in the Town of Ridgeway, Butch was a son of the late Valentine F. and Marion E. (Smith) Waters.

He married the love of his life, the former Dorothy E. McKee in December of 1957. Being one of 13 children, Butch left school early to help on the family farm. He went on to work for US Gypsum Co. in Oakfield and then for FMC in Middleport.

While working, he still managed to work on the family dairy farm and in 1966 he purchased the farm and continued to farm it for many years. Butch also owned the Hilltop Restaurant in Middleport and helped to build Kennedy Brothers in Medina. A motorcycle enthusiast, Butch was a past member of the Crusaders Motorcycle Club. He also enjoyed snowmobiling, watching old westerns, was a fan of the Buffalo Bills and especially enjoyed buying, selling and bartering with others.

A jack of all trades, Butch was also a skilled carpenter and mechanic. In 1988 he went to work with his son at Waters Auto Body, where he was a tow truck driver and mechanic. Working up until the age of 93, just two days before his passing, Butch was the hardest working man many had ever met. A true testament of the work ethic and true grit of those of his generation.

Butch was predeceased by his wife, Dorothy E. Waters in 2014; son, Kim “Muddy” Waters in 2012; and 11 siblings, Dorothy (Ivan) Strickland, Virginia (Charles) Carpenter, Lois (Richard) Deyarmin, Joyce (Ernest) Oliver, Ione (Fred) DiMarino, Beverly Quackenbush, Norman Waters, Lawrence Waters, Raymond (Audrey) Waters, Valentine “Buddy” Waters and Gary Waters; and brother in-law, Robert Elmer.

Survivors include his children, Sandra (Michael) Diehl, Penny (Steven) Stallcup, Donald (MaryAnn) Waters, Angela (Timothy) Frasier and David (Rhonda) Waters; daughter in-law, Barbara Waters; 19 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Marion Elmer; sister in-law, Nancy Waters; and many nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 30 from 3 to 7 p.m. at Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. Private interment will be in Bates Road Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Crusaders Motorcycle Club, 3312 Culvert Rd., Medina, NY 14103.

Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com.

ROCHESTER – Dianne C. Horn, 82, passed away November 25, 2022 after a long 15-year battle with dementia. Dianne was born September 14, 1940 in Rochester to Eugene and Margaret (Houlihan) Flanagan.

Dianne loved animals, especially her dog “Dobby” and reading James Patterson novels.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband James and sister Jeanne Saporito.

Dianne is survived by her children, Kevin (Amy) Horn, Paula (Matthew) Cody and Raymond (Nicole) Horn; grandchildren, Mackenzie Horn, Christina Gottberg, Christopher Horn, Joshua Horn and James Cody; great-grandchildren, Jeremiah, Quinten, Orion, Eliza and Cole as well as nieces, nephews and friends.

Services for Dianne will be held privately. Memorial contributions in Dianne’s name may be made to Supportive Care of Orleans, 14080 Route 31 West Albion, NY 14411.

Arrangements for Dianne have been entrusted to Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes of Albion, NY. To share a special memory of Dianne, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.