September 29, 2025

(LOCKPORT) It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Amanda L. Kamae, who left this world on September 29, 2025. Born on August 8, 1988, in Albion, New York, Amanda graced our lives for 37 years with her spirited presence and infectious enthusiasm. A resident of Lockport, NY, Amanda was known for her extraordinary skills and dedication...

September 28, 2025

Brockport, NY – Brian K. Warner, a beloved brother, talented artist, and cherished friend, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 28, 2025, just shy of his 63rd birthday. Born on October 5, 1962, in Rochester, New York, Brian was a vibrant soul who touched the lives of many with his creativity, humor, and zest for life. A resident of Brockport,...

September 28, 2025

Anne Lorraine Rovello of Lockport, NY passed on Sunday, September 28, 2025. She was born on September 7, 1945, in Renton, Washington and was the daughter of the late Fred and Darlene Kuhn. Before retiring, she served the Riverside County community as a Social Services Benefits Coordinator. Since moving to New York, Anne and Frank enjoyed attending Grace Chapel,...

September 28, 2025

John Melvin Thurston II, of Lockport, NY, passed away peacefully on September 28th, 2025, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. He was 79 years old.

Born and raised in Lockport, John was the beloved son of Evelyn (née Thompson) and J. Melvin Thurston. He was a man of warmth, dedication, and quiet strength....

September 27, 2025

Brockport/Holley/Hilton: Tonia Deyager, age 54, passed away peacefully September 27, 2025. Tonia was born in Brockport July 8, 1971. Tonia was a very hard worker and was employed at Wendys in Brockport for many years. She enjoyed knitting blankets, watching movies, and putting together puzzles. She was known for her love of Pepsi and country music, Specifically Toby Keith. Tonia’s...

September 26, 2025

Deborah A. Poelma (“Debbie”), a lifelong resident of Western New York and beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher & friend passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025 at age 75 in Miami, Florida from sepsis. Debbie was born on August 8, 1950 in Albion, New York to Edward & Mary Breuilly. As a child, she was destined to become a teacher...

September 25, 2025

September 25, 2025

Clarendon: Constance I. Gaines, 95, passed away September 25, 2025. Connie is now with her beloved husband of 66 years who passed away 11/11/2015 at the age of 88 years. Connie was predeceased by the love of her life, her husband Donald, her parents Jay T. & A. Matilda (Wagner) Callard, her 3 sisters Erma, Irene, Lois, brother Clarence and...

September 23, 2025

Holley: Christine F. Rafter, age 61, passed away unexpectedly on September 22, 2025. She was born February 27, 1964 in Brockport to the late Robert and Diane (Schumacher) Rafter.

She was a 1982 graduate of Brockport High School. Christine enjoyed gardening, sewing, crafting and cherished time with her children and grandchildren. She did whatever she could to make any of their...

September 23, 2025

Hartland: Mary H. Zawolik, age 98, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025. She was born May 11, 1927 in N. Tonawanda to the late Henry and Stella (Kuczkowski) Krawczyk.

Mary enjoyed crocheting, gardening and her favorite flower was Lily of the valley. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she...

September 21, 2025

(ALBION)

Mitchell J. Murek of Albion, NY, passed away September 21, 2025 after a short battle with cancer and after surviving a stroke in 2017. He was 65 years old.

Born in Buffalo, NY, he lived there all his life. He worked as a monumental mason for 15 years and as a department manager at Walmart for 11 years. He loved golf,...

September 18, 2025

(APPLETON) Doris C. Hyde, age 96, died September 18, 2025 in the Northgate Health Care Facility following a Short illness. She was born May 4, 1929 in the Town of Hartland to Elmer and Lillian (Budde) Crutts and was a lifetime resident of this area. Doris was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Lockport, and loved animals; especially her...

September 17, 2025

Holley: Betty Ann (Weader) Phillips. Betty was born February 13, 1931 in PA., a daughter of the late Charles & Annie (Snook) Weader, passed away September 17, 2025 in Hospice at Patrick Place in Scottsville, NY. Betty was predeceased by her husband Hanford (Buzzy) in March 2010, brother and sisters, Mabel, Gladys, Charles, Ira, Arla, John & Ammon. She is...

September 15, 2025

     Paul V. Scholes, a graduate of Albion High School, Class of 1963 passed away Monday, September 15th at Unity Hospital in Rochester, N.Y. He was born to Douglas and Neva Scholes on June 11, 1944, in Hamlin, N.Y. He was 81 years old.

     In 1965, Paul was drafted into the United States Army and served honorably from...

September 15, 2025

Carol Pilon (McKenna), 80, of Albion, NY, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Carol was born on August 16, 1945, to Alan and Dorothy McKenna. In March of this year, she was predeceased by her beloved husband, Frederick Pilon, with whom she shared a lifetime of love and family.

Carol was a devout Catholic...

September 15, 2025

Albion: Robert E. "Bob" Ferris, age 66, passed away unexpectedly at his home on September 15, 2025. He was born January 19, 1959 a son of the late Eugene and Peggy (Helfer) Ferris.

Bob enjoyed hunting for fox, deer, and coyote and loved being outdoors. He kept busy fishing and tinkering on boat motors in his spare time.

Bob is survived by...

September 12, 2025

Barre: Dale J. Spencer, age 81, passed away suddenly on September 12, 2025 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. He was born June 11, 1944 in Lackawanna, NY to the late James and Charlotte (Winch) Spencer.

Dale was known as a very respectful man with strong Christian values. He was most recently an Elder at Albion Faith Fellowship Church and...

September 11, 2025

Holley: Elden "Bud" Francisco, 78, of Holley, New York, was called home September 11, 2025. Elden was born July 13, 1947, in Hornell, New York, a son of the late Elmer and Edith (Conklin) Francisco.

Bud was a hardworking man who spent a lifetime dedicated to the dairy industry: from working / owning a farm, driving tractor trailers for silos, milk...

September 10, 2025

Darryl P. May of Lockport, NY passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Born on August 1, 1942, in Berwick, PA, he was the son of the late Albert and Helene (Schisler) May. Darryl taught social studies and economics at Lockport High School for 33 years, retiring in 1997. A longtime member of First English Lutheran Church, he was...

September 9, 2025

Margaret Ann "Peggy" (nee Donovan) Plosa, age 72 of Penfield, NY passed away Tuesday September 9, 2025, in Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY. She was born November 29, 1952, in Buffalo, NY to the late William P. and Agnes M (Hennigan) Donovan. Peggy was a graduate of Bishop Neumann High School in Williamsville, NY and received her Associate...