Obituary Listings

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....

Jun 24, 2025

Jennifer A. Demmer, 53 of Batavia, passed away on June 24, 2025. She was born June 29, 1971 to Patricia (McNamara) Glair of Batavia, and the late Thomas Glair.

Jennifer was a Housing Specialist with UConnectCare Behavioral Services in Batavia and truly loved her job. She was a very strong, beautiful, hardworking woman that loved...

Jun 20, 2025

James J. Fallon Jr, 71 of Batavia, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family after a long illness on June 20, 2025. He was born May 14, 1954 in Lackawanna, to the late James J. and Lola (Prior) Fallon.

James drove tractor trailer for 45 years, the last 19 he spent driving with...

Jun 14, 2025

Derek P. Genesky passed away on Saturday, June 14 after a short battle with cancer.

Born in Oakfield, Derek resided on Kingsbury Avenue in Batavia with his wife Elizabeth (Balbick) Genesky for nearly fifty years. Aside from his college years at St. Bonaventure University, he was a lifelong Genesee County resident.

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May 29, 2025

Linda Jane Hough, 78 of Retsof, passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at Charlotte House with her husband by her side. She was born in Elmira, NY on February 14, 1947 to the late Orlando and Susan Tavani. She is preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Albert Hough and a sister in law Virginia Hough.

May 26, 2025

Ellen Marie “Cookie” Simkulet, 75, of Batavia, born on July 31, 1949, in Binghamton, New York, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 26, 2025.

Ellen was a scholar, teacher, coach, gardener, quilter, crafter, and spirited seeker of joy. Ellen’s passions were as rich and varied as her life. Her creativity knew no bounds—she loved calligraphy,...

May 25, 2025

Michelle M. Mullen, 43 of Dansville, passed away on May 25, 2025 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. She was born August 2, 1981 in Batavia to Michael Mullen and the late Elizabeth (Scroger) Mullen. She is preceded in death by a brother Steve Mullen.

Shelly worked at Bristol ID Technologies in Lima. She loved...

May 23, 2025

Gordon L. Montgomery, 66 of Batavia, passed away on May 23, 2025 at Rochester General -Hospital. He was born October 29, 1958 in Corning, to the late Gordon E. and Alice A. (Weitzel) Montgomery. He is preceded in death by siblings, Rodney and Gary Montgomery, Carol Nichols and sister-in-law Monica Montgomery.

Gordon was a proud...

May 16, 2025

Born in 1935 in Batavia NY, Jeanette Marie (Mancuso) Gerace lived a long, beautiful life that began growing up in her hometown of Batavia, NY as the daughter of Lawrence and Irene (Centanni) Mancuso, attending St. Mary’s College and Mercyhurst College, then as a beloved teacher of English at Batavia Junior High. She married her husband, Dr. Paul Gerace...

May 15, 2025

Linda L. Fagan, 76 of Batavia, passed away peacefully at her home on May 15, 2025. She was born September 29, 1948 in Batavia to the late Joseph and Jennie (Giordiano) Mazzarella. She is preceded in death by her brother Joseph Mazzarella.

Mrs. Fagan was a very strong woman and passionate in her beliefs. She...

May 11, 2025

Gertrude A. “Gertie” Detine, age 92, passed away peacefully on Mother’s Day, May 11, 2025, at Charlotte House Comfort Care Home in North Java. She was born in Buffalo NY on May 1, 1933, to the late Edmund and Helen (Nowak) Krantz. A beloved sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, Gertie will be remembered for her generosity, humility, wit...

May 10, 2025

We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved mother Rosanne Marie Wray on May10th, 2025, at the age of 80. A devoted mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and unbeatable presence, she leaves behind a legacy of kindness, strength, humor, and unconditional love.

Rosanne, affectionately known as “Zooch” was born in Batavia on January 25,...

May 9, 2025

Rochester/Batavia - Salvatore A. Zito Sr., 75, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, on May 9, 2025 at Crossroad House Batavia. Sal was born in Batavia, NY on July 15, 1949, to the late Anthony "Butch" and Jennie "Celia" (Cianfrini) Zito. In addition to his parents, Sal is predeceased by his son, Salvatore A, Zito, Jr....

May 6, 2025

Mr. Thomas Corradini, 90, of Frederick, Maryland, formerly of Batavia, New York passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, after a brief illness. He was born on January 18, 1935, to the late Frank and Madeline Giovangrossi Corradini. Tom was born in Cori, Italy, and immigrated to the United States in 1948. He was predeceased by his wife of...

May 6, 2025

Herbert Hammond, 95, of Batavia passed away on May 6, 2025 at the United Memorial Medical Center. He was born in Bell Island, Newfoundland, Canada on June 16, 1929 to the late Eli and Ethel (Picco) Hammond. In addition to his parents, Herbert is predeceased by his wife; Lucy Hammond; daughter Paula Hammond and brothers William and Merril Hammond....