Obituary Listings

Sharon Kearns-Falcone

Sharon Kearns-Falcone

Jun 23, 2020

Sharon Kearns-Falcone of Batavia, lost her courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday June 23, 2020. She was born June 5, 1947 in Batavia, to the late Roland M. (Nellie Lewandoske) Kearns. Sharon was also predeceased by her husband Peter S. Falcone and brother Brian M. Kearns. Sharon ran the concession stand at St. Mary’s Church Bingo for 15 years...

Richard M. Clark

Richard M. Clark

Jun 20, 2020

Richard M. Clark, 65, of Batavia passed away on Saturday June 20, 2020 at the Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo. He was born on December 13, 1954 to the late Maynard Clark and Evelyn (Gross) Clark of Batavia. Rick will forever be adored as a loving and devoted Husband, Father, Grandfather, son, brother, family member and friend. He...

Elizabeth Bartholomew

Elizabeth Bartholomew

Jun 16, 2020

Elizabeth Bartholomew, 67, of Batavia passed away on June 16, 2020 at the LeRoy Village Green. She was born on October 21, 1952 to the late Samuel and Agatha Scibetta. Along with her parents, Elizabeth is predeceased by her sister; Mary Grace (George) Wlazcak. Elizabeth worked for many years at Chapin Manufacturing in Batavia. She loved bingo, going to...

Teresa A. Griffin

Teresa A. Griffin

Jun 16, 2020

On Tuesday, June 16, 2020, Teresa A. Griffin passed away peacefully at the age of 93 after saying goodbye to her loving children. Teresa was the daughter of the late Louis and Florence (Gail) Klamet of Bonner Springs, Kansas. She is also predeceased by her devoted husband John J. Griffin, her son Michael Griffin, and eight siblings. She was...

Thomas M. Ball

Thomas M. Ball

Jun 16, 2020

Thomas M. Ball of Batavia passed away on June 16, 2020 at the LeRoy Village Green. He was born on July 6, 1951 in Batavia to the late Patrick and Lucille (Pifalo) Ball. Thomas attended Batavia High School and graduated Class of 1970. Thomas worked for 37 years until his retirement from Xerox. Thomas loved Baseball and Football. Being...

Ann C. Orlowski

Ann C. Orlowski

Jun 16, 2020

Ann C. Orlowski, 96, of Oakfield, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2020 at Brothers of Mercy in Clarence. She was born July 26, 1923 in Olean to the late Jan Calus and Antoinette Kalisz. She is preceded in death by her husband Frank R. Orlowski, son Daniel M. Orlowski, step-father Joseph Gzowski, sisters Louise Pavlin and Emilie Calus;...

Kathryn M. Gringer

Kathryn M. Gringer

Jun 15, 2020

Kathryn M. Gringer, 100, of Batavia passed away peacefully on June 15, 2020 at the Wyoming County Skilled Nursing Facility. She was born on October 21, 1919 in Batavia to the late Charles and Laura (Blandino) SanFratello. In addition to her parents, Kathryn is predeceased by her hunsband; Joseph Gringer; brothers Michael, Jasper, Joseph, Lawrence, John, Victor and Father...

Gary Clark

Gary Clark

Jun 12, 2020

Gary Clark 74, of Elba and Batavia, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family after a lengthy illness on June 12, 2020 at Premier Rehabilitation Center in Batavia. Born April 6, 1946 in Batavia, he was the son of the late Darwin (Estella Maier) Clark. Gary served as Director of Probation for over 30 years until his retirement in...

Thomas E. Murtagh

Thomas E. Murtagh

May 27, 2020

Thomas E. Murtagh, 62 of Rochester, passed away May 27, 2020. He was born on January 26, 1958 to the late Edward and Myrtle Murtagh. He is preceded in death by his sister Karen Beigas. Tom worked as a painter and carpenter. He was an avid Pittsburg Steelers, Minnesota Wild and New York Mets fan. Tom loved music, St....

Virginia M. Nichols

Virginia M. Nichols

May 24, 2020

Virginia M. Nichols, (92) of Corfu passed away peacefully on May 24, 2020 at The Harbor Chase Center in Dr. Phillips, Florida. She was born December 10, 1927 in Attica, NY. The daughter of the late Robert H. Allen and Marian Allen. Mrs. Nichols enjoyed her work as a senior typist for many years at the Dept. of Social...

Robert  D. Smart

Robert D. Smart

May 17, 2020

Robert D. Smart, 89 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2020 at New York State Veterans Home @ Batavia. He was born on December 9, 1930 to the late Clarence (Lillian Perry) Smart. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 66 years Lucille; son Michael, daughter Norma Jean; siblings William, Donald, Norman, Richard, Milford...

Gerald  J. "Jerry"  Johnson

Gerald J. "Jerry" Johnson

May 16, 2020

Gerald L. “Jerry” Johnson, 83 of Albion, went to Heaven surrounded by his loving family on May 16, 2020. He was born June 16, 1936 in Rochester, to the late C. Glenn (Alice Jones) Johnson. Gerald graduated from Charlotte High School and joined the U.S. Army where he served from 1957-1960. He was in the 1st Army 44th Battalion;...

Pauline  B. Fricano

Pauline B. Fricano

May 13, 2020

Pauline B. (LaRussa) Fricano, 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Pauline was born April 28, 1926 in Batavia, NY to the late Anthony and Mary LaRussa. In addition to her parents, Pauline is predeceased by her husband; Michael (2011); son Jerry (2012); In-laws Fricano; sisters Carmen (Anthony Forti), Angeline (Ralph Frieday); brother Vincent “Brownie” LaRussa and...

Edith  D. Pappalardo

Edith D. Pappalardo

May 12, 2020

Edith D. Pappalardo, 93, passed away Tuesday May 12, 2020 at the New York State Veterans Home in Batavia. Edith was born on June 6, 1926 in Oran, Algeria, the daughter of the late Ernest and Amelia (Monedaro) Polo. She is predeceased by her husband Harry Pappalardo, and son in law Vincent D. Bianchi. During World War II she...

Darrell A. Rivers

Darrell A. Rivers

May 2, 2020

Darrell A. Rivers, 79, of Batavia passed away peacefully on Saturday May 2, 2020 under the care of Hospice Buffalo after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. Darrell was born on October 30, 1940 at his home in Canton, NY to the late Allen and Sally Rivers. Surviving are his loving wife of nearly 60 years; Eleanor Ann...

Thomas E. Hayes Jr.

Thomas E. Hayes Jr.

May 2, 2020

Thomas E. Hayes Jr., 28, of Batavia passed away suddenly on Saturday May 2, 2020. He was born in Batavia on January 4, 1992 to the late Thomas E. Hayes Sr. and Brigid (Hunt) Hayes of Batavia. Thomas will be remembered for his love of soccer, hiking, video games and especially music. He loved to spend time with family...

Mary Jane Marino

Mary Jane Marino

Apr 23, 2020

Mary Jane Marino, 87, from the Town of Batavia and of Albion passed away peacefully on April 23, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 14, 1933 in Elba to the late Harry and Beulah (Hicks) Cosway. In addition to her parents, Mary Jane is predeceased by a daughter Joanne Marino-Perry; her...

Neil P. Lewis

Neil P. Lewis

Apr 22, 2020

Neil P. Lewis, 48, of Brockport and Batavia passed away on April 22, 2020. He was born on September 17, 1971 to the late Donald Lewis and Susan (Sulim) Lewis of Batavia. In addition to his father, Neil is predeceased by grandparents; Katharine and Kenneth Lewis , John and Stephania Sulim; uncles William Lewis and Stanley Sulim; aunts Patty...

Brandy Thomas

Brandy Thomas

Apr 9, 2020

Brandy Thomas 46, Went home to join her late Husband Otis Lee Thomas JR.(11/01/1961-09/21/2019) on Thursday April 9th 2020 in Landover,MD. She was born on September 18th 1973 in Sun Valley, CA to the late Corporal Edward E. McGinnins and Doris McGinins. Brandy will be remembered for her Love to Bake,Cook and Enjoy Family. She loved most all the...

Rose M. Disalvo

Rose M. Disalvo

Apr 7, 2020

Rose M. DiSalvo, 103, of Batavia passed away on Tuesday April 7, 2020 at the LeRoy Village Green. She was born in Batavia to the late Salvatore and Angela (Gualtieri) Zinni. In addition to her parents, Rose is predeceased by her husband; John DiSalvo who passed away in 1986; siblings Donald Zinni, Elizabeth Ianni, Nicholas Zinni and Mary Strollo....