Obituaries

Robert C. Staples

Robert C. Staples

June 30, 2024

(Middleport) Robert C. “Bob” Staples age 90 passed away June 30, 2024 at his daughter’s home in Bergen. He was born May 4, 1934, in the Town of Hartland, a son of the late Russell and Marguerite (Haungs) Staples and had lived in this area for all his life.

Bob graduated from Royalton Hartland High School in 1952. He served in...

Esther L. Brown

Esther L. Brown

June 28, 2024

Middleport: Esther Brown, age 89, passed away June 28, 2024. She was born January 8, 1935 in the Town of Alabama to the late Elmer and Vera (Garrison) Wagner, Sr.

Esther loved to cook, can, and take trips to the casino. Esther was a great teacher and cook, teaching her family members and caretakers how to cook countless meals. She was...

Donald R. Blosenhauer

Donald R. Blosenhauer

June 25, 2024

Holley: Donald Blosenhauer, age 69, passed away June 25th, 2024. He was born May 29th, 1955 in Albion to the late Joseph and Leona (Salisbury) Blosenhauer.

Donald enjoyed camping with his wife, spending time with family and friends, and working with his hands — fixing, creating, building, and welding. He volunteered with the FHM Fire Company and was recently recognized for...

Shirley Ann Turner

Shirley Ann Turner

June 24, 2024

Shirley Ann Turner, of Syracuse, formerly of Albion passed away June 24, 2024 at the age of 74. She was born April 16, 1950 in Fort Valley, GA to the late Hazel Turner and L.M. Spivey.

Shirley initially started her work career in the airline industry but later switched careers to working in healthcare. Shirley worked as an LPN for many...

Margaret Shultz

Margaret Shultz

June 24, 2024

Medina: Margaret A. Shultz, age 66, went to be with her Lord, June 24, 2024 at Buffalo General Hospital. Margaret was born February 5, 1958 in Medina, NY a daughter of the late John and Cynthia (Etzold) Reigle. Margaret was a nurse for many years always caring for others. She loved watching and feeding the birds in her yard. She...

RoseMarie Lorraine Helmbold Smith

RoseMarie Lorraine Helmbold Smith

June 23, 2024

RoseMarie Lorraine Helmbold Smith, wife of the late Robert J. Smith, passed peacefully on June 23, 2024 at age 90. Daughter of the late Clara and Louis Helmbold, she was a lifelong resident of Kendall, NY before moving to Westminster Manor senior living facility in Auburn, NY.

She is survived by Ronald (Claudia) Smith, Steven (Kathleen) Smith, Gary (Terri Fanton) Smith...

Daniel Scott Ryan

Daniel Scott Ryan

June 23, 2024

Daniel Scott Ryan, age 39, of Albion NY, entered into rest on Sunday, June 23rd, 2024. Born October 1st, 1984, in Brockport, Dan is the son of Scott and Eileen (Thompson) Ryan and grandson of the late Russell Ryan & Harold Thompson.

Dan graduated from Albion High School in 2002. Dan was an avid drummer and loved playing in bands as...

Margaret B. Skellen

Margaret B. Skellen

June 22, 2024

Kendall: Margaret B. “Marg” Skellen, age 93, passed away June 22, 2024 after a brief illness surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 11, 1930 in Kendall to the late Menzo and Mae Butler and was a lifelong resident of the area.

She married her high school sweetheart, William Skellen in 1949 and they farmed together for the next...

Margaret E. Morse

Margaret E. Morse

June 21, 2024

(CLARENDON) Margaret (Hart) (VanderVen) Morse, passed away June 21, 2024 following a brief illness and surrounded by her family. She was born October 1, 1941 in North Chili and drove school bus for over 32 years for the Holley Central School System. Margaret also worked at Wohler, DePhillips and Wegman’s grocery stores for several years. She was a member of...

Mabel E. Tiberio-DiLauro

Mabel E. Tiberio-DiLauro

June 20, 2024

Brockport: Mabel E. Tiberio passed away peacefully June 20, 2024. Mabel was born in Brockport, NY a daughter of the late Benjamin and Louise (Storelli) Scofield.

She was predeceased by her husband Dominic “Zugo” Tiberio; children Janet Levey, Dennis “Butch” Tiberio and Mark Tiberio.

Survived by her loving children Kristi Lynn Tiberio, Donald (Moudka) Tiberio, Shelia (Wayne) Shults-Fox, Toni (Mike) Barber; grandchildren...

Burton W. Nagel

Burton W. Nagel

June 20, 2024

(Middleport) Burton W. “Bill” Nagel, age 92, died June 20, 2024 in the New York State Veterans Home-Batavia. He was born June 7, 1932 in Buffalo to Burton and Vivian (McHenry) Nagel and had lived in this area since 1991. Bill spent 32 years as a Buffalo Police Officer and was a member of the Gasport Lodge F&AM. He loved...

Shirlon G. Harris

Shirlon G. Harris

June 18, 2024

Albion: Shirlon G. Harris, went Home to be with her Lord on June 18, 2024 at Strong Memorial Hospital. She was born October 14, 1951 in Florida to the late Charles and Henri Mae (Jones) Harris.

Shirlon worked many jobs in her life and most recently helped working with J&S Construction, something she really enjoyed. She also loved tending to her...

Thomas Kirby

Thomas Kirby

June 16, 2024

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts, we announce that on June, 16th 2024 Thomas M Kirby passed away peacefully, surrounded by the people he loved.

Tom was born February 5th, 1949, to the late Robert and Jean Kirby. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Jackie Kirby; Daughters Erin Ward, Karen Narburgh (Darren Roberts), and Kailee...

Jeremy P. Smith

Jeremy P. Smith

June 15, 2024

(Albion) Jeremy P. “Shoop” “Bubba” Smith age 39, who was taken away from us way too soon on June 15, 2024 at his home. He was born November 12, 1984, in Albion, a son of Sharon Smith and the late James Smith and had lived in this area all of his life. 

Jeremy enjoyed gardening, building things from scratch, and watching...

Kathy L. Lonnen

Kathy L. Lonnen

June 9, 2024

On June 9th, 2024 Kathy Lynn Lonnen,64, mother, grandmother, and sister passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Born and raised in Gasport, Kathy was an avid lover of all animals of any kind, especially frogs! Kathy had an intoxicating laugh and a glowing smile. Her loves in life were scary movies, gardening, eating, laughter and of course her family.Kathy was born...

Mary Alice Woods

Mary Alice Woods

June 8, 2024

Mary Alice Woods (nee Heschke) age 94, passed away after a brief illness on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at Niagara Hospice House. Born on July 25, 1929 to Harold and Gertrude (Miller) Heschke, she was one of seven children. She grew up in Gasport, NY where she would remain in the area with her family the rest of her life.After...

Rebecca Lynn Bailey

Rebecca Lynn Bailey

June 5, 2024

Rebecca Lynn “Becky” Bailey March 2, 1953 - June 5, 2024 (Age 71) (ALBION, NEW YORK) Rebecca Lynn “Becky” Bailey transitioned peacefully to her heavenly home with her family at her bedside after an unexpected and quickly progressing illness. As our mother, sister, and grandmother, she was taken far too early from us. Becky’s creative mind and light spirit were...

James A. Henchen

James A. Henchen

June 4, 2024

Holley: James Henchen, 64, passed away June 4, 2024, following a brief illness. He was born August 16, 1959 in Rochester, NY a son of the late John and Therese (Foos) Henchen.  Jim was a graduate of Spencerport High School and was employed at SPX Mixing Co. for over 40 years. Jim was very proud of his 40 years of...

Pamela Ryder

Pamela Ryder

June 2, 2024

Albion: Pamela Sue Ryder, age 71, passed away unexpectedly on June 2, 2024. She was born October 25, 1952 in Brockport to the late Louis and Nancy (Rittwage) Lunn.Pam had a beautiful soul and left such an amazing footprint on this world. She was “Grammy” to all of her grandchildren and welcomed countless people into her home. She was a...

Michael Chervenic

Michael Chervenic

June 2, 2024

(Greece NY/Kent) Michael Chervenic age 85, passed away peacefully June 2, 2024 at Rochester General Hospital. He was born November 20, 1938, in Colver PA, a son of the late John and Katherine (Datsko) Chervenic. Mike and his wife Rosalie were long time residents of Greece NY, moving to Kent for the past 22 years.Mike was a proud graduate of...