Obituaries

Jeffrey J. Voak

Jeffrey J. Voak

May 2, 2025

(PITTSFORD) Jeffrey J. Voak, age 71, died unexpectedly May 2, 2025 in Highland hospital. He was born April 5, 1954 in Penn Yan, NY to Robert and Frances (McGuire) Voak and had lived in the area all of his life. In 2018 Jeff retired from L3 Harris after 41 years. Post retirement, he had driven school bus for the Pittsford...

Roger M. Merritt

Roger M. Merritt

August 24, 2025

Roger M. Merritt, age 91, passed away peacefully at his home on August 24, 2025. He was born October 12, 1933 in Lockport to the late Ernest and Henrietta (Barclay) Merritt.

Roger enjoyed camping, hunting, telling jokes and riding motorcycles. He was an avid woodworker and made numerous gifts for family and friends. Roger loved Columbo and Clint Eastwood movies. He...

Donald E. Seever

Donald E. Seever

August 23, 2025

(Barre Center) Donald E. Seever age 77, passed away August 23, 2025 at Strong Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born February 15, 1948, in Brockport, a son of the late William and Clara (Sanderson) Seever and had lived in this area since 1982.

Don was a member of the Albion First Methodist Church. He retired from General Motors...

Nancy L. Barry

Nancy L. Barry

August 22, 2025

(CLARENDON) Nancy L. Thompson-Barry, age 70, died August 22, 2025 in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 18, 1954 in Rochester to William and Mildred (Sielaff) Thompson and had lived in this area most of her life. Nancy was a graduate of Geneseo Central Schools and a member of the National Honor Society. Her favorite...

Beverly Tapp

Beverly Tapp

August 21, 2025

(LOCKPORT) Beverly A. Tapp, age 71, died August 21, 2025 in South Buffalo Mercy Hospital. She was born August 14, 1954 in Lockport to Fred and Ethel (Doneldson) Harding and was a life-long resident of this area. Bev was a member of The Solid Rock Assembly of God in Gasport. She enjoyed being a homemaker and was a woman who...

David A. Graham

David A. Graham

August 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David A. Graham, a cherished father, son, brother, and friend, on Monday, August 18, 2025, at the age of 61. David was a resident of Albion, NY, whose warmth and laughter touched the lives of many. Born on October 4, 1963, David grew up in a loving family, excelling...

Richard H. Kibbe Sr.

Richard H. Kibbe Sr.

August 17, 2025

(Kent) Richard Harold Kibbe, Sr., age 74, passed away unexpectedly August 17, 2025 at his home. He was born January 13, 1951 in Stafford CT, a son of the late Allison and Hazel (Schofield) Kibbe and had lived in this area for the past 44 years. Richard loved his lawn mowers, casino trips and helping others daily. He drove truck...

Bea E. Zanow

Bea E. Zanow

August 16, 2025

Gasport: Beatrice "Bea" E. Zanow, age 81 passed away August 16, 2025 at her home with her family at her side. She was born May 4, 1944 in Rochester to the late James and Muriel (Gildea) McConkey.

Bea loved spending her time quilting, crocheting, knitting and cherished moments with her family.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband...

Gerald E. Steffen

Gerald E. Steffen

August 16, 2025

Gerald Edgar Steffen, 88, of Wellsville (Alma), NY, died August 16, 2025 after a long illness. Mr. Steffen was born July 7th, 1937 in Danville (Riverside), PA to Herbert and Alberta (Hower) Steffen.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by children Julia Steffen and Lillian Hordendorf-Steffen and John Steffen, siblings Harold Steffen, Shirley Markle, Ken Steffen, Doris Conner, Virginia...

David E. Pieniaszek Sr.

David E. Pieniaszek Sr.

August 12, 2025

Albion: David E. Pieniaszek Sr., age 78, passed away August 12, 2025 at Medina Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family. David was born March 2, 1947 in Albion, a son of the late Stanley and Dorothy (Rytlewski) Pieniaszek. David graduated from Albion High School, class of 1965. Shortly after graduating, David was drafted into the United States Army in...

Rudolph H. Kludt

Rudolph H. Kludt

August 11, 2025

(KENDALL)

Rudolph H. “Rudy” Kludt, age 93, died August 11, 2025 in United Memorial Medical Center. He was born February 25, 1932 in Albion to Otto and Mary (Schroeder) Kludt and was a life-long resident of this area.

Rudy was Co-Founder of Kludt Brothers Farm, a lifetime member of Concordia Lutheran Church in Kendall, a Life-Member/Director/and Commissioner of the Kendall Fire Department,...

Jackie Miller

Jackie Miller

August 10, 2025

Barre: Jacqueline E. Miller, age 83, passed away August 10, 2025 in her home. Jackie was born November 19, 1941 in Albion, a daughter of the late Eugene and Helen (Bovee) Raymond. Jackie enjoyed going to yard sales, karaoke and going to different events with her friends. Jackie was predeceased by her husband James; brother Judson Raymond and sister Marilyn...

Donald Schoeneman

Donald Schoeneman

August 8, 2025

(Albion) Dr. Donald W. Schoeneman, P.H.D., passed away suddenly August 8, 2025 at his resident. He was born January 12, 1943, in Brockport, a son of the late Willard and Ethyl (Broad) Schoeneman and had lived in this area for most of his life.

Donald attended the University of Rochester where he earned his degree in Electrical Engineering and then went...

Elizabeth Bennett

Elizabeth Bennett

July 30, 2025

(ALBION) Elizabeth Bennett, age 71, died unexpectedly July 30, 2025. She was born December 13, 1953 in Greeleyville, SC to the late Saul Harrison Sr. and the late Daisey Lee (Oliver) Harrison and had lived in this area since 1958. Elizabeth was a member of Shiloh Church, and enjoyed playing BINGO and her scratch-off tickets. Her favorite activity however, was...

Kim R. White

Kim R. White

July 27, 2025

(Lyndonville, New York)

Kim R. White, age 70, died July 27, 2025 at his home following a long illness. He was born January 2, 1955 in Sardinia, New York to Roy and Edna (Winder) White and had lived in this area over 25 years.

Kim was a United States Army Veteran having served in the mid 70's. He worked as an over-the-road...

Albert D. Turner

Albert D. Turner

July 25, 2025

(LOCKPORT) Albert D. Turner, age 82, died July 25, 2025 in Elderwood at Lockport Care Facility following a brief illness. He was born April 15, 1943 in Lockport to Stewart and Blanche (Miller) Turner and was a life-long resident of this area. Al was a United States Marine Corps Veteran having served from 1960-1966. He was a member of the...

Michael Scott Mitchell

Michael Scott Mitchell

July 22, 2025

Orlando FL. Michael Scott (Mitch) Mitchell passed away July 22, 2025. Mike was born September 16, 1959 in Rochester, NY., a son of the late Rho & Beverly (Landon) Mitchell. Mitch grew up in Albion, New York and graduated Albion Central High School in 1978. He was the kind of guy who made friends easily and had many close friends....

Dorothy M. Spann

Dorothy M. Spann

July 22, 2025

Dorothy M. Spann entered rest on July 22, 2025. She was born on November 23, 1941, in Sumter, South Carolina to the late Bertie Mae Richardson. Dorothy worked at Duffy Motts, Lipton, and Comstock of Brockport for 23 years where she later retired.

Dorothy loved cooking, which was her pastime, and she was one of the best cooks around town. She...

Leslie D. Quackenbush

Leslie D. Quackenbush

July 19, 2025

Shelby: Leslie D. Quackenbush, age 89, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025. He was born March 1, 1936 in Indian Falls to the late Maxwell and Edith (Crawford) Quackenbush.

Leslie was a US Army veteran, serving during the Korean War.

Interment will take place privately at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.

Leslie's arrangements have been entrusted to the Bates, Wallace & Heath Funeral Home...

Frank Stanley Gibson

Frank Stanley Gibson

July 18, 2025

(Kent) Frank Stanley “Killer” Gibson age 77, passed away July 18, 2025 at his daughter’s home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 17, 1947, on the Six Nations Indian Reservation in Ohsweken, Ontario, a son of the late Stanley Gibson and Flora Isaacs.

 Frank was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps (Semper Fi) and fought...