Obituary Listings

Oct 3, 2025

Thomas W. Lichtenthal, 84, of Conesus, passed away peacefully on Friday October 3, 2025 at Brothers of Mercy in Clarence. He was born on October 20, 1940 in Buffalo, to the late Herbert and Cecilia (Stoeckl) Lichtenthal. In addition to his parents, Thomas is predeceased by his wife; Carolyn (Nichter) Lichtenthal.

Tom, a graduate of St. Mary's High School in Lancaster,...

Oct 3, 2025

Brian Edward Withey, 64 of Batavia, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025. He was born on September 28, 1961 in Medina, to the late Raymond E. and Elsie M. (Varley) Withey. He is preceded in death by brothers Blaine Fitch and Barry Fitch.

Brian graduated from Medina High School, he worked at Hubble (Pcore) in LeRoy. He was a Volunteer Fireman...

Oct 3, 2025

Margaret “Peggy” Branton, 83, of Batavia passed away on October 3, 2025 at United Memorial Medical Center. She was born on January 22, 1942, daughter of the late Charles and Julia (Lockwood) Keech. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband of 53 years; Bruce R. Branton; daughter Tammy L. Branton who passed in 1998; brothers Chuck...

Sep 28, 2025

Charlene “Charlie” Mabon, 61, of Oakfield, NY, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on August 29, 1964, Charlie lived a life marked by love, joy, and service. She worked at Oakfield Elementary, where she was known for her kindness and devotion to children, before retiring from the NYS Veterans Home, where she took great...

Sep 26, 2025

Robert Charles Paris, 35, of Batavia, passed away on September 26, 2025. He was born on November 3, 1989, and though his time on earth was far too short, he left an unforgettable mark on everyone who knew him.

Robert’s greatest gift was his ability to bring joy to others. His infectious laugh, his goofy faces, and his endless jokes could...

Sep 26, 2025

Katherine G. Waldron (Kedzierski), 53, of Holley, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025 at UMMC Hospital in Batavia. She was born on February 24, 1972 in Batavia to Eugene & Karen (Simpson) Kedzierski.

She is survived by her husband, John F. Waldron; her two adoring children Ethan J. Waldron & Brooke K. Waldron and her faithful golden retriever, Oliver (OJ),...

Sep 25, 2025

Richard "Dick" H. Hartman, 83 of Batavia, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at Rochester General Hospital. He was born October 4, 1941 in Batavia, to the late Howard C. and Doris (Shamp) Hartman Sr.

Mr. Hartman proudly served in the National Guard. He retired as a Lieutenant in the City of Batavia Fire Department...

Aug 31, 2025

Rose Margaret Torrey, was born into the arms of angels at 2:27am on August 31, 2025. Daughter of Maxwell and Alyssa (Laudico) Torrey of Elba. She is preceded in death by grandfather, Paul Laudico Sr. and Aunt Jordyn Augello.

Along with her parents she is survived by her beloved sisters, Evelyn and Margo Torrey; grandparents,...

Aug 30, 2025

MaryJane (Pappalardo) Sallome, 86, of Batavia, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on October 14, 1938, in Batavia, she was the daughter of Anthony and Carmelina (Pastanella) Pappalardo, who had immigrated from Italy to build a life for their family. Together, they established a grocery store on Ellicott...

Aug 20, 2025

Shirley J. McNally, 97, of Batavia passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025 at the LeRoy Village Green. She was born on May 22, 1928 in Batavia to the late Raymond and Jennie (Clark) Wood. In addition to her parents, Shirley is predeceased by her husband; Leo McNally; son Thomas McNally; brothers Paul, James and Edgar Wood; sister Barbara...

Aug 12, 2025

Dolores M. Wackenheim of Hermitage, TN formerly of Attica, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025 at the McKendree Village Retirement Community in Hermitage, TN. She was born on July 4th 1935 to the late Andrew and Mary (Podwika) Owczarzak. She is predeceased by brothers Donald and Richard Owczarzak.

Dolores was a homemaker and part...

Jul 28, 2025

Nancy C. Steinke, 84 of Oakfield, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. She was born January 17, 1941 in Buffalo, to the late Jack and Claire (Zent) Morgan. She is preceded in death by her husband, Warren Steinke, sons, Warren and Randy Steinke, granddaughter Alexandria.

Nancy worked...

Jul 27, 2025

Cathy M. Ferrenberg, 60, of Batavia passed away on Sunday July 27, 2025 at the United Memorial Medical Center. She was born on February 23, 1965 in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Richard and Marie (Silvio) Abel.

Cathy worked at Tops in Batavia for many years.  Her favorite things included going to concerts, music, baking...

Jul 24, 2025

Charles F. Klotzbach, 80, of Batavia passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025 at the Gateway House in Attica. He was born on November 21, 1944 in Batavia to the late Frank and Martha (Woeller) Klotzbach. In addition to his parents, Charles is predeceased by his first wife; Sharon (Juliana) Klotzbach; grandson Ryan DeSantis and great grandson Caleb Schmeelke....

Jul 22, 2025

Troy A. Hokenson of Batavia, age 56, passed away on July 22, 2025 at his home in Batavia, NY. He was born in Gillette, Wyoming on February 28, 1969. He is the son of Murrie and the late Emma “Jackie” (Kleinbach) Hokenson.

He is survived by his father, Murrie Hokenson of Batavia; brother, John (Christine)...

Jul 22, 2025

Marian E. Worthington, 91, of Alexander passed away on July 22, 2025 at the Leroy Village Green Nursing Home. She was born on June 25, 1934 in Alexander to the late Lewis and Cordelia (Goodman) Wight. In addition to her parents, Marian is predeceased by her husband; Raymond Worthington; daughter Susan Molek; son David Worthington; brothers Elmer, Leon, Carlton...

Jul 15, 2025

Robert M. Goodsell, 75, of Batavia passed away on Tuesday July 15, 2025 at Unity Hospital. He was born in Batavia on October 15, 1949 to the late Michael and Frances (Ziolkowski) Goodsell. In addition to his parents, Goody is predeceased by a son; Tyler Goodsell; brother Leonard Goodsell.

He is survived by his beloved...

Jul 7, 2025

Lynn A. Heintz, 78, of Batavia passed away on Monday July 7th, 2025. He was born January 12th 1947 in Batavia, to the late Clyde and Ruth (Bartholf) Heintz. He is preceded in death by his former wife Judith A. Murnan and his younger brother Dennis Heintz.

Lynn graduated from Batavia high school in 1964...

Jul 7, 2025

Pearl (Parmelee, Caccamise) Campbell, 97 ½ of Elba, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at home on Monday, July 7, 2025. She was born February 4, 1928 in Oxford, NY to the late Ruth and George Parmelee. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Donald “Corky” Campbell, first husband, John Caccamise Sr, daughter, Diane (Doug) Ridder,...

Jun 28, 2025

Shirley Mortellaro, 90, was born on November 14, 1934. Her death on June 28, 2025, has left behind three sons and daughters-in-law, Russell (Teri) of Buffalo, Tim (Jamie) of Florida, and Larry (Nina) of Batavia. Shirley will also be lovingly remembered by her brother-in-law, Richard “Dick” Mortellaro, her sister-in-law, Kathy Mortellaro, 8 grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews....