Obituary Listings

Aug 20, 2024

Joan G. Mattle, 65 of Bergen, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at Crossroads House on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. She was the best Wife, Mom, Grandma, Gigi, Sister, Aunt, Cousin and Friend. She was always teaching those around her- whether it was little known facts or how to enjoy life no matter what was happening. She had a...

Aug 5, 2024

Neil E. Jacobs, age 87, of Batavia, passed away peacefully at his home on August 5, 2024 under Hospice care, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 17, 1937, in Batavia, New York to Harry and Mildred (Bastian) Jacobs.

Neil is survived by his son Neil P. Jacobs (Luanne) and daughter Patricia...

Jul 29, 2024

Bernice Eleanor Wight, “Bernie”, age 87, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024. She was born April 11, 1937 to Eleanor and Arthur Greiner. She was born and raised in her hometown of Darien, NY.

She has been a resident of Melbourne, FL since February of 2024, coming from Bergen, NY where she lived for...

Jul 28, 2024

Eric J. MacRae passed peacefully over the line from this world to the next on Sunday, July 28th after an arduous battle to keep his damaged heart beating. He was born in Buffalo, NY to Harriet (Carson) and James MacRae Jr. on July 25th, 1947 and lived to see his 77th birthday, a mere 3 days before his ultimate...

Jul 28, 2024

Joseph R. Graff, 81 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 28, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born January 1, 1943 in Niagara Falls, to the late Joseph P. and Catherine (Ulrich) Graff. He is preceded in death by a brother, Robert Graff.

Joseph was a proud United States...

Jul 24, 2024

Helen L. Pratt, 82, of Oakfield, passed away on Wednesday July 24, 2024 at the United Memorial Medical Center. She was born in Batavia on November 21, 1941 to the late Lloyd and Josephine (Almond) Washburn. In addition to her parents, Helen is predeceased by her husband; Richard C. Pratt; daughter Stacey Pratt.

She is...

Jul 22, 2024

Ellene Walker, 87, of Batavia passed away on July 22, 2024 at Premier Genesee Nursing Home. She was born in Buffalo on October 5, 1936 to Alfred and Evelyn Guy.

She is survived by her children; Eldon John (Jennifer) Farrington Jr., Jeffrey Farrington, Richard Farrington, Gregory Farrington, Keith Farrington, Kevin Farrington, Cheryl (Patrick) Coonen and...

Jul 21, 2024

Robert C. Funke, 82 of Basom, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at Buffalo General Hospital. He was born October 20, 1941 in Batavia, a son of the late Robert and Elizabeth (Kelsey) Funke. Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by his first wife, Eileen (O’Brien) Funke who passed away on October 18, 1997.

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Jul 20, 2024

James R. Greene, 95, of Batavia passed away on July 20, 2024 at the Grand Nursing Home. He was born on March 21, 1929.

James was a United States Army Veteran.

He will be laid to rest in the Western New York National Cemetery in Corfu.

To...

Jul 20, 2024

Josephine R. Jackett, 75, of Batavia passed away on July 20, 2024 at the United Memorial Medical Center. She was born in Batavia on November 13, 1948 to the late John and Alice (Houck) Torcello. In addition to her parents, Josephine is predeceased by her brothers; John and James Torcello; grandson Riley Ohlson.

She is...

Jul 19, 2024

Marilyn W. Donahue, 92 of Batavia, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. She was born November 13, 1931 in Batavia, to the late Clifford and Evelyn (Bartlett) Wood. She is preceded in death by her brother Charles Wood.

Mrs. Donahue graduated from Batavia High School in 1949. She...

Jul 18, 2024

Paul E. Merle, "Ol' Koot", 72, of Alexander passed away peacefully at his home on July 18, 2024. He was born in Batavia on August 8, 1951 to the late Vernon and Winifred (Straub) Merle. In addition to his parents, Paul is predeceased by his brother; Jake Merle and brother-in-law Jim McMahon.

He is survived...

Jul 13, 2024

Linda L. Horner, of Corfu, passed away on Saturday July 13, 2024 at the Harris Hill Nursing Facility in Williamsville. She was born on August 29, 1942 in Troy, Pennsylvania to the late Lester and Marian (Reynolds) Robert. In addition to her parents, Linda is predeceased by her husband; Kenneth J. Horner Sr.; son Michael Horner; daughter Sharon Horner;...

Jul 10, 2024

Elmer D. Andrews, 71, of East Aurora, formerly of Geneseo, passed away on July 10, 2024 at Absolute Care Nursing Facility. He was born in Batavia on May 28, 1953 to Mrs. And Mrs. Warren Andrews.

Elmer was a Heavy Equipment Operator at The Dolomite Group in Gates for many years and was a United...

Jul 9, 2024

Domenic Garofalo age 83, of Batavia, NY, passed away on July 9, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.

Domenic was born on January 12, 1941, in Colliano, Italy where he was raised on a farm with his siblings. He enjoyed his adventurous young years growing up in Italy until he married the love of his life...

Jul 5, 2024

John Gerard DelPlato, 71, of Sodus, NY, formerly of Batavia, entered Heaven's land to be with his Lord and Savior for all eternity. He died of a cerebral hemorrhage on July 5, 2024 at Rochester General Hospital with loved ones by his side. He was born on August 22, 1952, a son of the late Daniel and Mary (Marcello)...

Jul 5, 2024

Arlene (nee Glor) Teal, beloved wife of the late Charles Teal, passed away at the Leroy Village Green on July 5, 2024. Arlene was born at home on September 12, 1938 in Alexander, NY and was the cherished daughter of the late Allen and Martha (nee Schlenker) Glor.

Arlene was a member of the Alexander...

Jun 28, 2024

Loren Edwin Clark, 82, of Batavia passed away on June 28, 2024 at Crossroads House with his wife and daughter by his side after he fought a long courageous battle with brain cancer. He was born in Batavia on April 10, 1942 to the late Loren R. and Angeline (Gioia) Clark. In addition to his parents, Loren is predeceased...

Jun 27, 2024

Crystal Marie Bouter (Bush), 35, of Batavia passed away suddenly on June, 27, 2024. She was born on February 6, 1989 to Jon and Cindy Bush.

She will be dearly missed by her parents; brothers Jon Bush Jr. and Cody Bush.

There will be no prior calling hours and Services for...

Jun 18, 2024

Albert G. Platten of Corfu went to be with the Lord on June 18, 2024 at the age of 78. He was born at St. Jerome's Hospital in Batavia on December 5, 1945 to the late Thomas K. and Alberta (nee Stringham) Platten, Sr. He is preceded in death by Noreen L. "Renee" Platten (nee Dusel).