Joseph Ognibene
Nov 3, 2026
Joseph Ognibene, 93, of Elba passed away peacefully on November 3, 2026 at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Batavia on January 3, 1933 to the late Stefano and Josephine (Granitella) Ognibene.
In addition to his parents, Joseph is predeceased by his beloved wife of 64 years; Dolores (Frisby) Ognibene; his son Joseph Ognibene; siblings...
Timothy Milford Smart
Oct 30, 2026
Timothy Milford Smart, 63, of Batavia, New York, passed away peacefully of natural causes on October 30, 2026, in Rochester, New York.
Born on October 31, 1963, in Batavia to the late Milford Royce Smart and Thelma Marie Smart (née Roblee), Tim grew up with a deep passion for nature and gardening. He graduated from Niagara County Community College with a...
David Warren Harms
Nov 3, 2026
David Warren Harms, age 87, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2026. He was born April 19, 1939 in Batavia, New York the second son of four to August and Doris (Schultz) Harms.
He married Jean Seekins and enjoyed a long, happy marriage of 64 years. They had two children together. He was a loving and devoted father to: Crystal (Joseph)...
Anthony J. "Tony" Pecora Jr.
Nov 2, 2026
Anthony “Tony” Pecora, Jr., 93, left us on November 2, 2026.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 70 years, Carol, son Tony (Monique) and daughters Mary Jo Kinsky (Tim), Gina Braun (Julie) and Elizabeth Phillips-Gill along with 7 grandchildren Natalie, Owen, Alec, Christopher, William, Douglas, Aiden) and 7 great-grandchildren; Special recognition to his aide, Trejah Mims, for providing compassionate...
Raymond F. Mickey
Nov 1, 2026
Raymond Mickey, 87, of Webster N.Y. passed away on Sunday November 1, 2026 with his wife of 62 years, Sandra, by his side. He was born May 7, 1939 to Mary and Frank Mickey of Oakfield NY.
After serving his country and getting a degree from the University of Georgia, Ray had a long career in management, followed by a long...
Paul W. Lippold
Oct 28, 2026
Paul W. Lippold of Oakfield, NY passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on 10/28/2026. He was born on 3/9/1933 the son of the late William and Anna (Pfalzer) Lippold of Attica, NY.
Paul was a long time member of Resurrection Parish. He had a strong Catholic faith and completely put his trust in God throughout his entire life....
Lucille P. Dora
Oct 28, 2026
Lucille (Lu) P. (Maniace) Dora was called home on October 28, 2026. Born on April 4, 1934, in Batavia, NY, to the late Salvatore and Phyllis (LaLoggia) Maniace, she was a life-long resident of Batavia, she graduated from Batavia High School and later retired from AC Delco in Rochester but also worked at Sylvania and WT Grants in Batavia. A...
Victoria Ellen Klimczak
Oct 15, 2026
Victoria Ellen Klimczak (Vicki), 64, of Batavia, New York, passed away on October 15, 2026. She was born May 22, 1962 in Batavia to the late Leo Klimczak and the late Janet (Davis) Marsh. Vicki was preceded in death by her brother, Danny Klimczak, half sister, Debbie Lynk, and sister, Diana Klimczak.
Vicki was a loving mother, sister, aunt, and cherished...
Barbara F. Hensel
Oct 12, 2026
Barbara F. Hensel, 93 of Oakfield, passed away peacefully at Wyoming County Skilled Nursing Facility in Warsaw. She was born October 1, 1933 in Churchville to the late Fred and Mary (McAvoy) Tyler. She is preceded in death by her husband, Donald Hensel, grandson, Geoffrey Blew, daughter-in-law Rhoda Hensel, son-in-law John Hearn, sister, Carol Laney, brothers William, Robert and John...
Dr. George E. Gurrant
Oct 11, 2026
On Sunday, October 11, 2026, at the age of 79, Dr. George Gurrant passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family. Born in Monroe, New York, to the late George H. and Viola D. Gurrant, George lived a life enriched by family, friendship, education, athletics, and a lasting commitment to others.
George was an exceptionally gifted athlete, excelling in baseball, football, basketball,...
Daphne L. Cross
Oct 11, 2026
Daphne L. Cross, 67 of Batavia, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Rochester General Hospital. She was born February 19, 1959 in Westfield, NY to the Frances (Ingerson) Price of Batavia and the late Lamont Casselman. She is preceded in death by her son Joshua Cross and sister Dianna Casselman
Daphne began waitressing at 14 and continued into her...
James R. McNally
Oct 10, 2026
James R. McNally, 63 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Crossroads House. He was born April 23, 1963 in Batavia, to the late Leo and Shirley (Wood) McNally. He is preceded in death by brother Thomas and brother-in-law Frank Glow.
James worked for years at Salvania’s Restaurant. He was an enthusiastic train watcher and enjoyed baking....
Carol A. Hendershott
Oct 9, 2026
Carol A. Hendershott, 81 of Batavia, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026 peacefully at her home. She was born February 6, 1945 in Wilkes-Barre, PA to the late John and Eva Berdy. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Roger K. Hendershott and sister Barbara Macey.
Carol retired after many years from Oakfield-Alabama Central School District. She loved...
Dominic J. Tiberio
Oct 3, 2026
Dominic J. Tiberio, 72, passed away peacefully Saturday Oct 3rd at UMMC after a brief battle with cancer. He was born on Sept 29, 1954 in Batavia, NY. He is preceded in death by his parents Nicholas and Josephine (Tomasino) Tiberio.
Surviving him are his sister Dona Tiberio of Batavia, his nieces Nicole Palmer of Attica, Laura (Dave) Williams of Attica,...
Marlene Ruth Hohl
Oct 2, 2026
Marlene Ruth (Yoder) Hohl, 75, of Batavia, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2026 in hospice care at Rochester General Hospital. After a long struggle with health issues, she passed pain free in the presence of family and loved ones, even helping the Bills squeak out one more win.
Born August 23, 1951 in PA, she moved early to Arcade where...
Agnes Moynihan Houseknecht
Sep 25, 2026
Agnes Moynihan Houseknecht went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 25, 2026, at the age of 98. Born in Batavia on February 11, 1928 to the late Thomas and Margaret (Francis) Moynihan, Agnes lived a life Blessed with family and countless friends. A woman of deep Christian Faith, Agnes is now joyfully reunited in...
Margaret Susan (Fox) Ferringer
Sep 16, 2026
Margaret Susan Fox Ferringer, better known as Sue Ferringer, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at age 77.
Sue was raised in North Tonawanda, NY, where she graduated from high school as one of the “Chicks of ‘66.” Although educated in nursing, Sue later discovered her true calling as a teacher. After years of volunteering as the parent representative on...
Kathlene E. Bernard
Sep 11, 2026
Kathlene (Kathy) E. Bernard was born on July 26, 1954 in the town of Elba. Kathlene passed away on September 11, 2026.
She attended BOCES for cosmetology and graduated from Alexander High School in 1972. Her home was filled with love, laughter and there was never a dull moment. She was very well loved and cared for. She loved to bake,...
Michael F. Dispenza
Aug 31, 2026
Michael F. Dispenza, 68, of Treasure Island, Florida passed away on August 31, 2026. Known to his friends as Mikey, was born on January 28, 1958 in Batavia, New York. He was the third child of Jennie and Frank George Dispenza, with two older brothers Frank and Kenneth. He is survived by his brother Frank Dispenza, five nephews and other...
Joan Szatkowski
Aug 29, 2026
Joan Szatkowski, 70, of Batavia passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026 at Crossroads House. She was born on November 11, 1955 in Batavia to the late Joseph Sr. and Dorothy (Leonard) Wenzel. In addition to her parents, Joan is predeceased by her life partner; Raymond Chudoba; brothers Jonathon and Joseph Jr. Wenzel; sister Mary Francis Wenzel.
Joan will be remembered...
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