Obituaries

Harry I. Arnold went home to be with the lord on Aug. 22, 2022. He was born on Oct. 23, 1933 in Van Etten, NY, he was the son of the late Glenn and Ida (Wargelin) Arnold.

Harry grew up on the family farm and graduated from Van Etten High School. After graduation he went to Buffalo, NY to work for Western Electric, he was drafted into the U.S Army for two years, serving in the Korean War. After his service he went back to work for Western Electric and eventually went to work for Kodak. HE was a little league baseball coach and member of the County Line Country Church. Harry enjoyed gardening, watching sports and spending time with his grandchildren.

Surviving is his wife of 61 years, Gloria L. Arnold (Nee Ralph); sons, Geoffrey (Shelly) Arnold and John (Patricia) Arnold; grandchildren, Mary Elizabeth Arnold and John Patrick Arnold; sisters, Polly Anne (Ken) Donohue, Amy Tolien and Isabelle (Dan) Oswald; brothers, Glenn W. (Patricia) Arnold Jr., also several nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life service will be held at the County Line Country Church, 1385 County Line Rd., Barker, NY 14012 on Thu., Aug. 25, 2022 at noon. Burial will be private in Somerset Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the County Line Country Church, PO. Box 202, Barker, NY 14012.

Arrangements entrusted to Rutland-Corwin Funeral Home Inc. Please visit www.rutland-corwin.com.

Stephen F. Morse, of Medina, NY went to his eternal home on Aug. 21, 2022.

Born on Christmas Day, 1936 in Corning, NY, Stephen was a son of the late James and Lila (Miller) Morse and was raised in Painted Post, NY. On Dec. 28, 1957 he married the former Patricia A. Wheaton. That same year the couple moved to Buffalo. There, he worked as a radiologic technologist at Buffalo Children’s Hospital for 19 years. He also served for 10 years in the Army National Guard, Connecticut Street Armory. In 1977 they moved to Medina. Stephen retired from radiology at Medina Memorial Hospital in 1998 after 42 years in the profession.

Stephen is fondly remembered as Santa Claus to several generations of children and adults, including the Village of Medina Santa for 24 years. Stephen was a former member of the Medina United Methodist Church and Middleport Methodist Church and currently attended the East Shelby Community Bible Church. Active in his community, he also belonged to the Medina Lions Club, Middleport Community Choir, Towpath Masonic Lodge #1193, Canalside Chapter Order of the Eastern Star #381 and ministered through the Kairos Prison Ministry at Wende Prison.

Stephen was the beloved husband of Pat Morse of Medina; devoted dad to Michael (Lili Folsom) Morse and Wendy Ehrenfeld; Papa to Benjamin (Cecelia) Raker Ehrenfeld; Great-Papa to Gavriel Dov Raker Ehrenfeld; brother of Virginia Cullivan, Doris Morse and Sylvia (Robert) Harriger; uncle to countless nieces and nephews. Stephen has enjoyed loving relationships with the Heil family, Fran, Alex, Zac, Holly, Austin, Daniel, Hannah and Hunter; the Pitcher family, Dan, Susan, Craig, Kara Grace and Deann; and Lynn Geraci.

Family and friends are invited to calling hours on Thu., Aug. 25 from 4-7 pm at Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina, at the end of which Masonic and Eastern Star services will be observed. A celebration of Stephen’s Christian life will be held on Sat., Aug. 27 at 11 am at the East Shelby Community Bible Church, 5278 E. Shelby Rd., Medina. Interment will be in Boxwood Cemetery, Medina.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org/donate or 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com

Ethel L. Lourett Rivers of Albion passed away Aug. 21, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Ethel enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She loved white cats. Ethel was predeceased by two husbands, Gordon Lourett and Clifton Rivers.

She is survived by her sister, Viola Downs, children, Charles Lourett, Bonnie Collins, Mary Jo Lourett, Sherry Lourett, Laurie (Merlin) Moyer, Cathy (Matt) Cottrell, grandchildren, Jenifer, Okey Jr., Keith, Bryan, Clarissa, Clifton, Patty Jo, Lisa, Brenda, James, Roger, Merlin Jr., Heath, Shawn, Melissa, 25 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Ethel’s Memorial Service will be held at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home, 21 West Ave., Albion, NY 14411 on Thu., Aug. 25 at 11 am. Interment will follow in Sandy Creek Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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

MEDINA – Teresa “Terri” Dawley, 58, passed away suddenly August 19, 2022, at her home.

She was born February 20, 1964, in Albion, the daughter of the late Marvin and Lorraine (Steier, Freeman) Dawley Sr.

Terri was a graduate of Albion High School, class of 1982, and a former employee of Lifetime Assistance. Terri enjoyed all animals but received the greatest joy spending time with her family. Almost everything Terri did centered around family.

She was predeceased by her parents and stepfather Lloyd Freeman.

She is survived by her loving companion, Joseph Kenny; brothers, Marvin (Sandra) Dawley Jr., Randy (Donna) Dawley and Todd Dawley; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins.

The family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, 21 W. Avenue, Albion, on Friday, August 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. followed by her memorial service at 1 p.m.  Interment will be in Union Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.

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

MEDINA – Dr. Clark W. Bryant, 87, of Medina, NY and formerly Middlebury, VT, passed away on Thursday, August 18, 2022 at the Martin-Linsin Residence in Albion.

Born in Philadelphia, PA on March 8, 1935, he was a son of the late Thomas and Florence (Maloney) Bryant. His mother sadly passed away when he was 9 years old. His father then remarried Dr. Clara (Davis) Bryant, who was not only a loving step-mother, but was also a great mentor in medicine throughout his life.

Dr. Bryant was raised in Lansdowne, PA and graduated from Lansdowne-Aldan High School in 1953. He graduated from Dartmouth College in 1957 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology. He went on to earn his Medical Degree from Temple University Medical School in 1961. After serving a medical internship at Williamsport Hospital, he served in the U.S. Air Force from 1962-64 as a General Medical Officer with the rank of Captain. He then served his residency of internal medicine at the Medical Center of Vermont in Burlington from 1965-67.

In 1967 Dr. Bryant established a private medical practice in Middlebury, VT, where he would serve the community for over 40 years. An accomplished Physician, he served for many years as Internist and Chief of Staff for Porter Medical Center in Middlebury. Dr. Bryant served as Regional Medical Examiner for Addison County, VT and also as the Medical Director of Helen Porter Nursing Home for many years. In 2000 he took a position practicing family medicine with Oak Orchard Health Care in Albion, NY. After an extensive career in medicine, Dr. Bryant retired at the age of 76 and resided in the Medina area until his passing.

Active both within his profession and community, Dr. Bryant was a member of various medical society boards, churches and civic organizations, both in Vermont and New York. He was an avid skier, having skied throughout Europe, both Alpine and Nordic. He was also an avid golfer and was an active member of the Shelridge Country Club. Dr. Bryant was also an HO Train collector and enthusiast.

Survivors include his wife, Donna (Piedmont) Bryant of Medina; children, Scott Bryant, Susan (Mark) Lopes, Pamela Bryant, Wesley (Sara) Salen and Janelle (Scott) Harvey; grandchildren, Jake, Catherine and Claire Bryant, Adam, Ben and Nick Lopes, Trent, Tyler and Elise Salen, Rory, Orion and Griffin Harvey; former wife, Catherine Bryant; sister, Patricia (late Raymond) Koedding; several nieces and nephews; and fur-babies, Bella, Bailey and Arlo.

Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, August 24 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina, NY 14103, followed by military honors and a brief prayer service at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family appreciates any memorial donations in Dr. Bryant’s name to be made to Roswell Park Cancer Institute at www.roswellpark.org/giving or to the Porter Medical Center at www.portermedical.org/donate.

Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com.

Kevin Housel of Johnson City, NY formerly of Burt, NY went home to be with the Lord on Monday August 8, 2022.

He was the son of Gregory and Edith Bowman Housel.

He is survived by his three children, Connor, Madeline, and Franklin; brother of Robyn (Justin) Burrows, and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

He is predeceased by his grandparents, Frank Housel Jr. and Helen Gianniny Housel, Buford and Helen Wilson Bowman.

He graduated from Houghton and Elmira colleges with his degrees in Spanish and Masters of Education. Kevin was a middle school Spanish teacher at Union Endicott Central School. He enjoyed hiking many parts of the Finger Lakes Trail and the Adirondack Peaks with many friends and his family.

A private family memorial service will be held and any memorials can be made in Kevin’s name to the Finger Lakes Trail Conference, 6111 Visitor Center Rd., Mount Morris NY 14510.

Arrangements entrusted to Rutland-Corwin Funeral Home Inc., www.rutland-corwin.com.

Pittsford/Albion – Mary R. Coveney, 98, passed away peacefully August 17, 2022.  She was born December 10, 1923, in Albion, the daughter of the late Stanley and Pearl Anna (Jozwiak) Rice.  Mary was a graduate of Albion High School class of 1940 and was a member of Holy Family Parish/St. Joseph’s Church.  Mary was a former employee of Albion Savings and Loan and the Village of Albion. 

She was predeceased by her husband John Stanley Coveney in 1989 and a son-in-law Ronald Zwick. 

Mary is survived by her daughters, Karen Zwick and Jenny Coveney; grandchildren, Rebecca Coe, John Zwick, Jenna Popoli and Claire Popoli; numerous nieces and nephews. 

 Mary’s mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Family Parish/St. Joseph’s Church 106 S. Main St. Albion on Saturday September 3, at 10:00am.  Interment will follow at St. Joseph’s Cemetery. 

Memorials may be made to the Arthritis Foundation 1355 Peachtree St. NE Suite 600, Atlanta, GA., 30309. 

Mary’s arrangements have been entrusted to Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, 21 W. Avenue, Albion. 

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

MIDDLEPORT – Rose (Nunnari) Gaughn, 92, of Middleport, NY, wife of the late J. Francis Gaughn entered into rest on Wednesday, August 17th, 2022.

Beloved daughter of Joseph and Anna (Molisani) Nunnari. Rose is survived by her 3 children, Michael Gaughn, Kathleen (Kevin) Pecoraro and Mary Beth (Richard) Hickman. Grandchildren Annamarie and Emma Pecoraro, Nora and Maya Gaughn. Her brothers Anthony and Joseph Nunnari, sister Mary Ann Devlin. Along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. Rose is predeceased by her late brothers James and Angelo Nunnari.

Rose graduated from St Joseph’s Academy in Lockport NY and worked many years as a food service manager. After she retired she ran the Middleport Community Food Pantry. In her spare time she enjoyed reading, playing cards with family/friends and spending time with her favorite dog, Ripken.

Friends and family may call at Rutland-Corwin Funeral Home 2670 Main St Newfane NY 14108 on Tuesday, August 23rd from 2-4pm and 7-9pm with a Mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday, August 24th at 11:30am in Holy Trinity church, 21 Vernon St. Middleport.

Burial will be at St Stephens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Middleport Community Food Pantry, 21 Vernon St, Middleport NY 14105. Please visit www.rutland-corwin.com to send the family a condolence.

Albion, NY – Jim Sackel passed away on Sunday, August 14, 2022 at the age of 74. He was predeceased by his parents, Christopher and Mary Sackel; his sister, Patricia Sackel; and his brother-in-law, Steve LaDue. He is survived by his brother, Grant (Barbara) Sackel; his sister, Sharon LaDue; and several nieces and nephews.

Jim loved listening to music and had attended Woodstock in 1969. He was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses in 1974. He loved talking about the Bible and teaching it to others. Jim was known for his generous and giving spirit and his infectious laugh. 

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 14840 East Avenue, Albion, NY at 2:00 p.m. The service will be held in person and on zoom.

SYRACUSE – Margaret A. Barry, 94, passed peacefully away on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at Francis House, Syracuse.

She is survived by her children, Richard (Jackie Harmon) Barry of Medina, NY; Donna and Michael Smith of Fayetteville, NY; Pat and Bill Durette of Belmont, MA; Steve Barry of Webster, NY; Annie and Craig Kay of Alford MA; Cathy and Matthew Clear of Williston, VT and by former AFS student and dear family friend, Gudrun Finnbjarnardottir of Reykjavik, Iceland.

Margaret is also survived by fourteen grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren who were great sources of personal pride to her. She is also survived by sister, Arlene McShane of Tennessee and by sister-in-law Dorothy “Dot” Wind of Connecticut.

Family and friends are invited to a graveside committal at the Lynhaven Cemetery, Housel Ave. Lyndonville, NY 14098 on Saturday, August 27^th, 2022 at 1:30 PM.

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

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

ALBION – Rebecca “Becky” Jean (Whedon) McPherson, 72,  entered into rest at the Martin-Linsin Residence in Albion on August 13, 2022 after a long, hard fought battle with a respiratory illness, surrounded by her children and land bound angel, Jessica James.

Born to the late Margaret E. (Lloyd) Whedon and Fane E. Whedon in Parkersburg, West Virginia on May 14, 1950, the family moved to Medina where Becky was raised and lived her entire life. Becky graduated from Medina High School in 1969 and married her sweetheart, Duane McPherson that same year. She worked for Owens Illinois before working many years at BMP America Inc., where she eventually retired from. Becky loved animals, especially cats, candy and junk food, coffee, friends and music.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Duane G. McPherson; and brother, Thomas F. Whedon.

She is survived by her loving son, Shannon (Shelby) McPherson of Webster; daughter, Charlene (Maurice) Goldner of New York City; niece, Shari (Michael) Ingalsbe Maak of Medina; grandchildren, Key (Tory) McPherson of Burt, Kirsten (Joshua) Shepanski of Churchville and Riley McPherson of Brockport; and great-grandchildren, Zoe, Averi, Brey, Jones and Beckley.

A mother’s love for her child is like nothing else in the world. It knows no pity. It dares all things and crushes down remorselessly all that stands in its path. Becky was a hurricane, it’s this that will be most missed by everyone who loved her and all she loved.

Becky’s children would like to especially thank Jessica James, the caring nurses and staff at the Martin-Linsin Residence and the Orleans County Office for the Aging.

Per Becky’s request there will be no service nor burial plans. However, there will be a celebration of life planned at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Becky’s name to Supportive Care of Orleans, 14080 Route 31 West Albion, NY 14411. Arrangements are in the care of Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com

MEDINA – Charlotte Ann Sanders, 76, of Medina, NY, entered peacefully into her rest on Sunday, August 14th, 2022 at the United Memorial Hospital, Batavia, NY.

Charlotte was born July 12th, 1946 to Lawrence and Lula (Wyatt) James in Wheeling, West Virginia until her family moved to Medina NY where she spent the remainder of her days. Charlotte met and married Roger Sanders in July of 1962, this year they celebrated their 60^th Anniversary.

Charlotte is survived by her husband and five children; Sandra (Dirk) Climenhaga of Albion, Cindy (Jose) Soliz of Georgia, Terry (Angelica) Sanders of Texas, Hollie (Craig) Dodge of New Jersey and Karen (Brandon) Sanders of Medina.  She also is survived by her youngest brother Bobby (Mary) James of Florida.

Charlotte loved being a grandmother to her 15 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. In Heaven, Charlotte now has the privilege to love on her grandchildren who have been waiting for her, Kayden and Jaylyn Hazel and their beautiful mom Kiera. What a sweet reunion. At Heavens door were her parents and siblings: Margret, Pearl, Katherine, Lawrence and Arthur.

Charlotte was a hard worker holding multiple jobs in town including: S.A. Cook, Fisher-Price, D&K, Ames, Grants, Garlock, Apple Grove, Super Duper as well as volunteered for the Twig of Medina Hospital. Charlotte loved to camp with her family in the early days pulling a Penguin camper, they spent years camping with friends in NY State parks and in the later years, they enjoyed a permanent campsite at Lei-Ti in Batavia.

The family would like to thank the love and support of her best friend, Diane Kujawa and her aid Catrina Bias both of these women cared for Mom during her recent health struggles. The family is also grateful for the excellent care she received at United Memorial Hospital in Batavia.

Memorials may be made in Charlotte’s name to a charity of one’s choice.

Friends and Family are invited to celebrate her life on Friday, August 19, 2022 at the Bogan & Tuttle Funeral Home, 226 Pearl St. Medina, NY 14103 from 5PM-8PM. A graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family.

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

MEDINA – Richard J. Pitcher, Sr., 67, of Medina, entered into rest with his loving family by his side on August 12, 2022 at Roswell Park Cancer Institute following a battle with cancer.

Born January 3, 1955 in Niagara Falls, NY, Richard was the son of Frank and Phyllis (Sayes) Pitcher. The family moved to Medina and he graduated from Medina High School in the class of 1973. He married the former Linda D. Baker on April 14, 1973. That same year he started his career with FMC in Middleport, where he held various job titles over the years and retired after 42 years. Richard was a lifelong and proud member of the East Shelby Volunteer Fire Co., where he was the longest serving fire chief, serving from 1995-2004. An avid outdoorsman, “Ol’ Pitch” or “Piels Man”, as some friends called him, loved hunting especially at his hunting cabin in Angelica. He also loved boating, fishing and camping at Fairhaven. Richard also enjoyed cooking for his family and friends and spending time with his beloved beagle, Tyson, who he is now reunited with.

Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years, Linda D. Pitcher; three children, Richard J. (Stacey) Pitcher, Jr., Brian (Melinda) Pitcher and Sara (Andrew) Szatkowski; grandchildren, Tyler, Brock, Gunner, Shadow, Jacob, Erica, Michael, Zoe, Lukin and Wyatt; sister, Linda Moore; also several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, Aug. 18^th from 3-6PM at Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. All are welcome to join the family immediately after for snacks and refreshments at the East Shelby Volunteer Fire Hall, 5021 East Shelby Rd., Medina. In lieu of flowers, memorials would be greatly appreciated to the Knights-Kaderli Memorial Fund, PO Box 684, Medina, NY 14103. Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com

HOLLEY – Kristina N. Kuellertz, 27, passed away suddenly on May 17, 2022 in Tampa, Florida.

Kristina is survived by her daughters, Alaya and Ariella Bisig; her mother and father, Eric and Meredith (Persia) Kuellertz; sister, Hayli Kuellertz; grandparents, Susan and Tom Persia and Bill and Germaine Kuellertz; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.

A calling hour to celebrate Kristina’s life will be held on Thursday, August 18th, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home, 16650 NY-31, Holley, NY 14470.

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

Carl DePalma passed on August 4, 2022, age 79; beloved husband of the late Anne (nee D’Allesandro) DePalma; devoted father of Carl (Marie) DePalma, Jr. and Renee Espinosa; loving grandfather of Matthew, Nicholas, and Marissa; dear brother of the late Albert DePalma Jr. and Donald DePalma; also survived by nieces and nephews.

The family will be present Monday, August 8 from 4-8 PM at the (Elma Chapel) Urban-AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, 7540 Clinton St. (at Girdle Rd.), where a Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, August 9 at 10 AM. Interment to follow in St. Adalbert Cemetery, Lancaster. Friends invited.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his memory to the Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center at 50 East North Street, Buffalo, NY 14203 or at https://askbhsc.org/. Carl was a United States Army Veteran. Share memories and condolences on Carl’s tribute page at www.AMIGONE.com

Maryann J. Hildreth, 84, of Albion died Aug. 10, 2022 in Medina Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. She was born Oct. 24, 1937 in Medina to Vincent and Regina Sevenski and was a life-long resident of this area.

Maryann was a 1st grade teacher beginning her career in Gasport and finally retiring from the Albion Central School System.  She was a member of Holy Family Parish where she was active on many committees and was also a member of The Catholic Daughters. Maryann was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the NYS Retired Teachers Association. She enjoyed reading, gardening was an avid bowler, but her main focus in life was her faith and family.

Mrs. Hildreth was predeceased by her husband, George.

She is survived by her children: Frank (Terri) Hildreth of KS, George Hildreth Jr. of NJ, Susan (Tim) O’Brien of AR, Scott (Jean) Hildreth of Waterport, her brother: Vincent Sevenski of NC, her sisters: Lorrain Catruna of Medina, Barbara Lincoln of Rochester, Patricia Howard of NC, Carol Fox of Medina, Rosemary Pegelow of Medina, Dorothy Callard of Medina, Margaret DePeters of Albion; grandchildren: Alexander, Timothy, Haley, Erin, Tara, George, Jacob, Jenna; as well as several nieces and nephews.

he family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home, 21 West Ave., Albion, Mon., Aug. 15 from 4-7 pm.  Family and friends are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial Tue., Aug. 16 at 10am in Holy Family Parish, Albion.  Interment will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Medina Memorial Hospital, 200 Ohio St., Medina, NY 14103; or Holy Family Parish, 106 S. Main St., Albion, NY 14411.

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