Obituaries

Frank W. Swelbar

Frank W. Swelbar

October 8, 2016

Obituary of Frank W. Swelbar Arrangements under the direction of Sherrie Funeral Home, Newfane, NY.

Robert E. Bacon

Robert E. Bacon

October 8, 2016

Obituary of Robert E. Bacon Charlotte NC: Robert E. Bacon, 86, died October 8, 2016 at The Haven at the Highlands Care Facility in Charlotte, NC. Mr. Bacon was born September 19, 1930 in Albion, NY a son of the late Philip and Jessie (Tompkins) Bacon. Bob served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. Bob...

John Arthur Miller

John Arthur Miller

October 5, 2016

Obituary of John Arthur Miller John Arthur Miller, age 63, of Newfane, entered into rest on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at Strong Memorial Hospital. Born December 8, 1952 in Lockport, John is the son of Rosemary (Moje) Miller and the late John A. Miller Sr. John graduated from Newfane High School. He served his country in the US Navy. John...

James H. Bliss

James H. Bliss

October 5, 2016

Obituary of James H. Bliss James H. Bliss age 82 went to Heaven on October 5, 2016. He was born November 1, 1933 in Scotia NY, a son of the late Hervey and Minnie Bliss. Jim grew up in Peterboro NY and had graduated from Morrisville High School. He had lived in Kent most of his life and was a...

Watson E. Smith

Watson E. Smith

October 3, 2016

Obituary of Watson E. Smith Albion: Watson E. “Smitty” Smith, 88, died October 3, 2016 at Medina Memorial Hospital. He was born August 20, 1928 in Williamsport, PA. a son of the late Earl and Lillian (Atkins) Smith. Mr. Smith served his country from 1946-1950 in the United States Navy and was former employee of Eastman Kodak Co. retiring in...

James E. Redshaw

James E. Redshaw

October 3, 2016

Obituary of James E. Redshaw Albion: James E. Redshaw, age 82, passed away on October 3, 2016 at the Villages of Orleans. He was born on October 3, 1934 in Rochester, NY, a son of the late Leslie and Elsie (Greenfield) Redshaw. James owned and operated The Black North Inn at Point Breeze for nearly thirty years. He also served...

James E. Goodwin

James E. Goodwin

October 3, 2016

Obituary of James E. Goodwin James E. “Jimbo” Goodwin age 60 died October 3, 2016 at the Orchard Manor Nursing home surrounded by his loving family. He was born February 17, 1956 in Albion, a son of the late Charles and Elizabeth (Goodwin) Davis and had lived in this area all of his life. Jim loved classic cars, gardening; especially...

Danny J. Daniels

Danny J. Daniels

October 2, 2016

Obituary of Danny J. Daniels (BARRE) Danny J. Daniels, age 82 of Maple Street, died 10/2/2016 at his residence following a brief illness. He was born 9/15/1934 in West Virginia to Everett and Rose(Gibson)Daniels and had lived in this area over 62 years. Danny enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing, playing cards and attending auctions. He loved watching his grandsons and great...

Jean E. Bentley

Jean E. Bentley

October 1, 2016

Obituary of Jean E. Bentley (ALBION/BARRE) Jean E. Bentley, age 89, formerly of Clover Hill Adult Residence, died 10/1/2016 in The Villages of Orleans following a long illness. She was born 3/2/1927 in Elba to Ward and Bea Howland and was a life-long resident of this area. Jean enjoyed golfing, horseback riding and travelling. Mrs. Bentley was predeceased by her...

Robert A. Gladow

Robert A. Gladow

September 29, 2016

Obituary of Robert A. Gladow Robert A. “Art” Gladow, age 85, of Newfane, entered into rest on Thursday, September 29, 2016 at Eastern Niagara Hospital in Lockport. Born May 23, 1931 in Lockport, Art is the son of the late Walter Gladow and Mildred (Holler) and Herman Gladow-Goodnick. Art was a 1949 graduate of Newfane High School. He married Allie...

Robert Allen Ghedi

Robert Allen Ghedi

September 29, 2016

Obituary of Robert Allen Ghedi Kendall: Robert A. Ghedi, 82, died September 29, 2016. He was born August 8, 1934 in Syracuse, NY a son of the late Ernest and Eileen (Cullen) Ghedi. Bob was a graduate of West High School and the University of Rochester where he received a Master’s degree in History. Bob moved to Los Angeles California...

Luther A. Klafehn

Luther A. Klafehn

September 28, 2016

Obituary of Luther A. Klafehn (Kendall) Luther A. "Joe" Klafehn, age 88, passed away September 28, 2016 following a long illness. Joe was born March 30, 1928, in Walker, NY, the son of Luther H. “Lute” and Wilhelmina "Minnie" (Lotzow) Klafehn, and was a lifelong area resident. Joe was affiliated with Klafehn's Painting & Decorating for forty years, a business...

Donald Burton Kempton

Donald Burton Kempton

September 27, 2016

Obituary of Donald Burton Kempton Donald Burton Kempton, age 85, entered into rest at his home on Tuesday, September 27, 2016. Born October 8, 1930 in Middleport, Donald is the son of the late: Burton and Edna (Scarborough) Kempton. Donald is survived by his wife of 54 years: Marie (Hass) Kempton; a dear son: Gregory R. Kempton and his precious...

Patricia V. Minuto

Patricia V. Minuto

September 25, 2016

Obituary of Patricia V. Minuto Albion: Patricia V. Minuto, age, 74 passed away peacefully at her home on September 25, 2016. She was born on March 26, 1942, a daughter of the late Walter and Muriel (Kelly) Olson. Patricia enjoyed drawing, painting and reading in her spare time. She loved her family dearly and spending time with her grandchildren. In...

Mary Ann Bubb

Mary Ann Bubb

September 23, 2016

Obituary of Mary Ann Bubb Holley: Mary Ann Bubb, 78, died peacefully September 23, 2016 at the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence in Albion. Mary Ann was born April 26, 1938 in Albion a daughter of the late Henry and Florence (Malcolm) Osborn. She had lived in this area all of her life and was a former employee of Ames Dept....

Cameron W. Lape

Cameron W. Lape

September 16, 2016

Obituary of Cameron W. Lape Brockport: Cameron W. Lape, age 53, died September 16, 2016 at the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence following a brief illness. Cameron was born 4/5/1963 in Albion to Clyde and Carmella (Freeman) Lape and had been a lifetime resident of this area. He was a member of the Kendall United Methodist Church, and was a percussionist,...

Helen G. Scheg

Helen G. Scheg

September 16, 2016

Obituary of Helen G. Scheg Helen Scheg passed away peacefully on Friday, September 16, after 100 years of life. Helen is predeceased by husbands Charles Schnacky and Albert Scheg, daughter Sue Ann Schnacky and son, Bernard Scheg. Survived by daughter Helen (Bettie) (Christopher) Lindley, grandsons Charles (Jeanne), Kevin (Theresa), and Stephen (Jill) Fitzpatrick, and six great grandchildren, Sean, Margaret, Daniel,...

Eugene A. Eick

Eugene A. Eick

September 15, 2016

Obituary of Eugene A. Eick Eugene A. Eick, age 87, of Middleport, entered into rest on Thursday, September 15, 2016 at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Born February 4, 1929 in the Town of Royalton, NY he is the son of the late: Loren and Lydia (Wruck-Frisch) Eick. He worked at Harrison Radiator in skilled...

Gordon W. Thiel

Gordon W. Thiel

September 15, 2016

Obituary of Gordon W. Thiel Went into rest on September 15, 2016 with family by his side. Beloved son of the late Harvey and Thelma Thiel. Beloved husband of 61 years to Carol A. (Clark)Thiel. Loving father of Tracy Lubeck (John), Kelly Thiel, Tim Thiel (Denise), and the late Gordon Thiel (Ellen). Survived by his brother Harvey Thiel (Denise). Predeceased...

Harold Paul Kludt

Harold Paul Kludt

September 15, 2016

Obituary of Harold Paul Kludt Kendall: Beloved husband, father, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend. Harold Paul Kludt, 82, passed away on September 15, 2016. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Beverly, and their family; daughter, Cheryl (Thomas) Cole; son, Gary (Linda) Kludt; grandchildren; Matt (Jillian) Kludt, Lisa (Russell) Levett, Katie (Biagio) Zarcone, Bradley...