Obituary Listings

Otis L. Thomas Jr.

Otis L. Thomas Jr.

Sep 21, 2019

Otis L. Thomas Jr., 57, of Maryland, formerly of Batavia, passed away on Saturday September 21, 2019 in Silver Spring, MD. He was born in Batavia on November 1, 1961 to the late Otis L. Thomas Sr. and Ruth (Hatcher) Stinson of Gates Chili. In addition to his father, Otis is predeceased his brother; Titus Stinson. Otis will be...

Alberta M. Strauss

Alberta M. Strauss

Sep 17, 2019

Alberta M. Strauss, 79 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at United Memorial Medical Center. She was born October 13, 1939 in Batavia to the late Elmer (Ruth Dunn) Shultz. She is preceded in death by two husbands, Carl Cropo and Charles Strauss; daughter Michelle Cropo and her brother Robert Dixon. Mrs. Strauss retired from...

Audrey D. Hancock

Audrey D. Hancock

Sep 11, 2019

Audrey D. Hancock, 90 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 11, 2019, at Brothers of Mercy, in Clarence. She was born October 14, 1928 in Clearfield, Pennsylvania, to the late Norman (Jeanette Haines) Neubauer. She is preceded in death by her husband Richard Hancock; a daughter Judy Mezydlo; brothers Norman, Ross, Ronald, Clayton, Jack, Gary, Barry Neubauer;...

Michael  Torok

Michael Torok

Sep 6, 2019

Michael Torok, 81 of Spencerport, passed away at Highland Hospital in Rochester on Friday, September 6, 2019. He was born January 2, 1938 in Budapest, Hungary to the late Peter (Iren Sandor) Torok. He is preceded in death by a son John Torok. Michael was an excellent chef and worked for many years at the former Mancuso’s Restaurant in...

Mary Alwardt

Mary Alwardt

Sep 5, 2019

Mary Alwardt, 83, a life-long resident of Batavia passed away on September 5, 2019. Mary was born on September 24, 1935, the daughter of the late Henry and Nellie (James) Hitchcock and was married to the late Harold Alwardt for 45 years. Mary worked as a bookkeeper for Thomas & Dwyer Shoes in Batavia for many years before retiring...

Alice A-G Tyler

Alice A-G Tyler

Sep 4, 2019

Alice G-A Tyler, 63, of Batavia passed away on September 4, 2019 at the United Memorial Medical Center. She was born on March 11, 1956 in Batavia to the late James and Anna (Gullo) Tyler. Alice had a love for all things, her family, her friends and animals. This came from her parents, ”Popie” and “Nanie.” She was a...

Joseph  R. Trigilio

Joseph R. Trigilio

Sep 1, 2019

Joseph R. Trigilio, 66 of Attica, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Sunday, September 1, 2019. He was born August 9, 1953 in Batavia to the late Joseph (Jennie Recchio) Trigilio. Joe loved his family and great circle of friends. He had many interests and was always on the go. Joe could often be seen at OTB...

Helen M. Cook

Helen M. Cook

Aug 25, 2019

Helen M. Cook, 75 of Elba, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Sunday, August 25, 2019 at her daughters home. She was born March 27, 1944 in Lackawanna to the late Roy (Elizabeth Harris) Gee. Mrs. Cook was an amazing baker and made the best cookies around. She enjoyed gardening, bird watching, cowboys and bull riding. Helen...

Diane M. Stepp

Diane M. Stepp

Aug 20, 2019

Diane M. Stepp, 71 of Batavia, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center in Rochester. She was born November 16, 1947 in Batavia; to the late Thomas M. (Audrey M. Warner) Lee. She is preceded in death by her husband Ronald Stepp, brothers, Thomas K. and Larry Lee. Diane...

Bernard G. Franks

Bernard G. Franks

Aug 17, 2019

Bernard G. Franks, 72 of Batavia, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Saturday August 17, 2019 at Rochester General Hospital. He was born September 24, 1946 in Erie, Pennsylvania, to the late Bernard J. Franks and Jean (Yarrington) Franks of Fairview, PA. Bernard worked as a tool and die maker for 30 years and retired from R...

Paul W. Cerefin

Paul W. Cerefin

Aug 11, 2019

Paul W. Cerefin, 92, of Batavia passed away on Sunday August 11, 2019 at the United Memorial Medical Center. He was born on February 2, 1927 in Hamburg, NY to the late Thaddeus and Loretta (Koch) Cerefin. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years; Marlene (Rowcliffe) Cerefin; children Douglas (Cathy) Cerefin, David Cerefin, Steven Cerefin and...

Rose O. Printup

Rose O. Printup

Aug 7, 2019

Rose O. Printup, 97 of Elba, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. She was born August 5, 1922 in Alabama, NY; to the late George (Louise Pittared) Chugg. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Llewellyn Printup, son Duane Printup, siblings Clifford, Raymond Chugg, Doris Sickelco and Velma Jary....

Jeanne L. Allen

Jeanne L. Allen

Jul 30, 2019

Jeanne L. Allen, 59 of Oakfield, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 30, 2019. She was born February 3, 1960 in Lackawanna to the late Otto (June Sherry) Mattle. Jeanne enjoyed shopping, going to Letchworth and her cats. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her beloved sons Joshua Fitch,...

Jacqueline W. Campo

Jacqueline W. Campo

Jul 24, 2019

Jacqueline W. Campo, 92 of Batavia, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family on Wednesday, July 24, 2019 after a short battle with cancer. She was born March 6, 1927 in Batavia, to the late Charles (Susan Elliott) Wilkes. Mrs. Campo is preceded in death by her husband Samuel Campo, daughter Teresa Giesler, siblings David Wilkes and...

Susan Dilcher

Susan Dilcher

Jul 20, 2019

Susan Dilcher, 59 of Oakfield, passed peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Saturday, July 20, 2019 after a six year battle with cancer. She was born October 18, 1959 in Batavia, to the late Frank W. Moore and Marilyn (Edgerton) Beechler. Susan worked at the New York State Veterans Home @ Batavia. She loved her family dearly,...

Nellie B. Coughlin

Nellie B. Coughlin

Jul 19, 2019

Nellie B. Coughlin, 92, of Elba passed away peacefully on Friday July 19, 2019 at Crossroads House in Batavia surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 31, 1927 in Elba to the late Paul and Louise (Jancy) Gavel. In addition to her parents, Nellie is predeceased by her husband; D. Lyman Coughlin; brothers John, Frank, Joe...

Philip  Lobello

Philip Lobello

Jul 7, 2019

Philip LoBello, 86 of Batavia, passed away on July 7, 2019 at Buffalo General Hospital, surrounded by his family. He was born on January 20, 1933 in Batavia, to the late Salvatore (Josephine Tabone) LoBello. He is preceded in death by son Christopher LoBello, siblings Joseph LoBello, Mary Cecere-LoBello and nephew Joseph LoBello Jr. Phil was a graduate of...

Thomas E. Hayes Sr.

Thomas E. Hayes Sr.

Jun 16, 2019

Thomas E. Hayes Sr., 69 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 16, 2019 at Crossroads House. He was born September 9, 1949 to the late Edward (Rosalind Zeis) Hayes. He is preceded in death by siblings Robert and Gary Hayes, Nancy Cifelli. Tom was a proud United States Army Vietnam Veteran. He loved spending time in his...

Joyce  L. Marchese

Joyce L. Marchese

Jun 16, 2019

Joyce L. Marchese, 89 of Batavia, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2019 at Premier Genesee Center. She was born October 5, 1929 to the late Glen (Rena) Hammond. Joyce is preceded in death by her husband Salvatore J. Marchese and daughter-in-law Michele (Hunt) Marchese. Joyce was very active in raising her family by planning family activities, travel and...

Douglas J. Maloy

Douglas J. Maloy

Jun 14, 2019

Douglas J. Maloy, 72 of LeRoy, passed away peacefully on Friday June 14, 2019 at his home. He was born March 30, 1947 in Batavia to the late John (Marcia Miller) Malloy. He is preceded in death by a daughter Barbara Middleton. Doug worked for many years as a mason. He worked hard and he played hard and he’ll...