Obituaries

Harlan J. McGrath

Harlan J. McGrath

October 11, 2026

(ALBION/HOLLEY)

Harlan James McGrath, 79, passed away on October 11th at Strong Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born on April 1, 1947, the first of three sons to the late Harold and Louise (Piedmonte) McGrath. Those who knew him best always called him “Red.”

Some of his fondest childhood memories were of the time spent on his grandparents’ farm....

Marian M. Tiberio

Marian M. Tiberio

November 6, 2026

Marian M. Tiberio, age 91, of Holley, passed away on November 6, 2026 at Strong Memorial Hospital.

Born May 22, 1935 in Darien, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Lillian (Bierline) Heimann.

She worked for over 20 years as a kitchen worker at East Rochester School District and as a waitress at ER Sweetland. Marian was hard-working at heart,...

Linda E. Lonnen

Linda E. Lonnen

November 4, 2026

(Albion) Linda E. Lonnen age 72, passed away November 4, 2026 at Medina Memorial Hospital following a long courageous battle with COPD. She was born March 7, 1954, in Albion, a daughter of the late Clayton and Geraldine (Bennett) Fletcher Sr. and had lived in this area all of her life.

Linda was a collector of anything Wizard of OZ. She...

Kathleen Gould

Kathleen Gould

November 3, 2026

Kathleen Gould, 83, of Lockport, NY entered into rest peacefully on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at the Lockport Rehab & Health Care Center.

Born September 19, 1943 in Buffalo, she was a daughter of the late William and Helen (Nemeth) Pietrykowski. Kathleen was a graduate of Starpoint High School, Class of 1961. On September 17, 1966 she married the love of...

Sandra E. Linberg

Sandra E. Linberg

November 3, 2026

(ALBION) Sandra E. Linberg, age 88, died November 3, 2026 in United Memorial Medical Center-Batavia. She was born October 2, 1938 in Brockport to Elmer and Evelyn (Arnold) Berglund and was a life-long resident of this area. Sandra was a member of the Albion 1st Presbyterian Church and a long-time volunteer for the Meals on Wheels program. She attended the...

Franklin D. Miller

Franklin D. Miller

November 3, 2026

(Waterport) Franklin D. Miller age 68, passed away unexpectedly November 3, 2026. He was born January 28, 1958 in Albion, a son of the late Charles and Florence (Birch) Miller and had lived in this area all of his life.

Frank graduated from Albion High School in 1977. He retired from Lakeside State Park where he worked as a groundskeeper for...

Edward F. Leppien

Edward F. Leppien

November 1, 2026

Edward F. Leppien April 18, 1940 – November 1, 2026 Edward F. Leppien, age 86, passed away on November 1, 2026. Born and raised in Akron, New York, Ed built a life centered around what mattered most to him: his family. He was the devoted husband and best friend of Suanne, with whom he shared 65 wonderful years of marriage,...

Bradley J. Shelp

Bradley J. Shelp

October 31, 2026

(ALBION)

Bradley James Shelp, age 94 of Albion, NY passed away peacefully on October 31st, surrounded by his loving family.

Brad was born on January 25th, 1932 in Medina to Walter A. and Gertrude Robinson Shelp. At the age of 3 his family moved to Albion, NY where his father had an automotive dealership. He graduated from Albion high school in 1950...

William Koepsel

William Koepsel

October 30, 2026

(Middleport) Bill Koepsel age 82, passed away October 30, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born February 15, 1944 in Medina, a son of the late Laverne Koepsel and Veronica Pronath.

Bill served in the US Army, earning the rank of SP4 and was proud that he went on Honor Flight Rochester Mission 54 on June 17...

Sandra Buck Fleming

Sandra Buck Fleming

October 29, 2026

(CLARENDON) Sandra Buck Fleming, age 78, died at her home October 29, 2026 while under the care of Hospice of Orleans. She was born August 12, 1948 in Rochester to Donald and Elizabeth (Raley) Shaver and was a life-long resident of this area. Sandy worked for many years as the Office Manager for Dr. Raj Mehta in Brockport and enjoy...

Everett "Frenchy" Downey

Everett "Frenchy" Downey

October 28, 2026

Albion: Everett "Frenchy" Downey, age 96 passed away October 28, 2026. He was born May 25, 1930 in Albion to the late Jesse and Edith (Adams) Downey.

Frenchy and Dorothy operated Frenchy's TV & Appliance from 1961 to 2024. He received the Paul Harris award in Rotary, sang in a barbershop quartet (they won national awards), belonged to the Quiet Birdman's...

Jerome C. Wilson

Jerome C. Wilson

October 28, 2026

(ALBION)  Jerome C Wilson, age 78, died October 28, 2026 peacefully in his home after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was born August 17, 1948 In Elmira, NY to John and Margaret (Sechrist) Wilson and has lived in Albion since 1962. Jerome was the former owner of Archer Lumber, Inc. Following the closure of the lumber yard he...

Lisa Michele Sullivan

Lisa Michele Sullivan

October 26, 2026

(GASPORT) Lisa M. Sullivan, age 54, died October 26, 2026 in her home following a brief illness. She was born January 21, 1972 in Niagara Falls to Thomas and Denise (Jankowski) Rybicki and was a life-long resident of this area. Lisa worked as a Registered Nurse for the Horizon Health Service of Niagara Falls. She enjoyed watching TV, on-line shopping....

Anna Pearl Thompson

Anna Pearl Thompson

October 26, 2026

(ALBION) Anna Pearl "Pearlie" Thompson, age 65, died October 26, 2026 in Aurora House of Western Monroe County. She was born March 26, 1961 in Batavia to George and Julia (Slade) Thompson and was a life-long resident of this area. Pearlie was baptized and was a member of Shiloh Judgement Free Church. She enjoyed shopping and thrifting, loved eating Chinese...

Ronald E. Allen

Ronald E. Allen

October 26, 2026

Ronald E. Allen, age 76 of Lyndonville, passed away on October 26, 2026 at St. John's Home in Rochester. Born July 20, 1950 in Medina, he was the son of the late Ralph and Doris (Harry) Allen.

Ron served in the United States Army from 1968 to 1971, where he fought on the front lines in the Vietnam War.

He was predeceased...

Gerald W. "Jay" Reed Sr.

Gerald W. "Jay" Reed Sr.

October 24, 2026

(Albion) Gerald W. "Jay" Reed, Sr, age 73, passed away October 24, 2026 at Strong Memorial Hospital with his son Jay Jr by his side. He was born January 19, 1953 in Albion, a son of the late Charles and Shirley (Beadle) Reed and had lived in this area most of his life.

Jay served in the US Marines. He retired...

Clifford R. Germeo

Clifford R. Germeo

October 24, 2026

Clarendon: Clifford R. Germeo, age 93, passed away October 24, 2026. He was born January 11, 1933 in Albion to the late Anthony and Adeline Germeo.

He worked his whole life as a truck driver and most recently for Kirby Farms in Albion.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his beloved wife of over 64 years, Doris, his siblings,...

James A. Dragon

James A. Dragon

October 23, 2026

James A. Dragon, 75, of Albion, NY passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, October 23, 2026.

Born May 28, 1951 in Batavia, he was a son of the late Henry S. and Leslie A. (Phillips) Dragon. Jim was a graduate of Albion High School, Class of 1969. He went on to earn an associate’s degree from Alfred State College....

Geneva G. Moore

Geneva G. Moore

October 19, 2026

(Albion) Geneva G. Moore age 84 passed away October 19, 2026 a daughter of the late Marshall and Flora (McCune) Wooten. Geneva was born in St. Albans, West Virginia, and was one of eighteen children. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Arnold Moore, and her daughter, Barbara Hoffmeister. She is survived by her son, Greg (Ruth Hurysz)...

Kathie Ruth McCleary

Kathie Ruth McCleary

October 18, 2026

Kendall: Kathie R. McCleary, age 76, passed away October 18, 2026 at Unity Hospital. She was born January 10, 1950 in Rochester to the late Thomas and Ruth (Meyer) McCleary.

Kathie worked as a secretary at SUNY Brockport for many years before her retirement. She enjoyed spending time riding horses, and especially was fond of Newfoundland dogs.

Kathie is survived by her...