Obituaries
Janet Maines
May 8, 2023
Albion: Janet L. Maines, age 88, passed away peacefully May 8, 2023 at the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence. She was born August 4, 1934 in Albion to the late Kenneth and Ruth (Gartland) Hollinger.
Janet enjoyed tending to flowers, especially orchids and gardening. Janet and her late husband Harry loved traveling and sailing together. In addition to her parents,...
Daniel Reed
May 6, 2023
Holley: Daniel L. Reed, 74, passed away May 6, 2023 at Strong Memorial Hospital. He was born June 29, 1948 in Batavia, NY, a son of the late Myron and Margaret (Marshall) Reed.
Dan was a graduate of Albion High School and was a former member of the Boy Scouts. Dan served in the United States Army and was...
Mildred Ries Gavenda
May 5, 2023
(ALBION)
Mildred “Millie” Ries Gavenda, age 96, passed peacefully into God’s hands on May 5, 2023.
Born in Darien Center, NY on October 25, 1926 to Ellis and Martha (Mamott) Getman. She is predeceased by husband Harmon, daughter Patricia King, 2nd husband Frank Gavenda, step children Kathy Gavenda and Steven Gavenda. Millie was a graduate of the US Army...
William M. Hickey Sr.
May 2, 2023
(MIDDLEPORT)
William M. Hickey, Sr. age 89, died May 2, 2023 in the Lockport Rehab and Health Care Center.
He was born May 1, 1934 in Medina to Glenn and Geraldine (Ryan) Hickey and was a life-long resident of this area. Bill was a United States Army Veteran, a member of Holy Trinity Parish-St. Stephen’s Church, and a...
Mary Helen Verratti
April 28, 2023
(GASPORT)
Mary Helen Verratti, passed away peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on April 28, 2023 at the age of 92.
She was the eleventh child born to Paul and Lydia Renaud of Sully, Iowa on December 31, 1930. Mary is survived by her loving, devoted husband, of 71 years, John Verratti, whom she married on...
Dolores Jane Jones
April 27, 2023
Dolores Jones passed peacefully on Thursday April 27, 2023, after a short illness.
She was born in Syracuse, NY on May 23, 1936, to Allen & Dorothy Newvine, one of eight children. Dolores married Wayne E. Jones and they had five children together. After Chief Warrant Officer Jones died in Vietnam she married Joe Smith, and they had one child....
Christopher McNeal
April 25, 2023
Christopher (“Chris “) McNeil was born on October 17, 1962, to his parents Charlie Mae McNeil and the late Henry McNeil. Christopher was the eldest of five children blessed to this union. Christopher graduated from Charles D’Amico high school in Albion NY in 1980. During his senior year Chris was recruited by IBM and began to learn about the world of computers.
After...
John R. Meindl, Jr.
April 23, 2023
(Middleport) John R. Meindl, Jr. age 90 passed away April 23, 2023 at the Martin Linsin Residence in Albion due to complications from his heart and cancer. He was born April 14, 1933, in Buffalo, a son of the late John Sr. and Dorothy (Culp) Meindl and had lived in this area all his life.
John graduated in 1950 from...
Michael J. Herriven
April 23, 2023
(CLARENCE)
Michael J. Herriven, age 61, died unexpectedly April 23, 2023 in Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital.
He was born October 9, 1961 in Medina To Lee and Nancy (Krueger) Herriven. In addition to working at various retail stores throughout the area, he also served as the Coordinator of T.O.P.S. (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) for Erie and Niagara County....
Carolyn A. Sisson
April 22, 2023
Albion: Carolyn A. Sisson, age 84, passed away April 22, 2023. She was born July 19, 1938 in Albion to the late Frank and Angeline (Borello) DeCarlo, Jr.
Carolyn enjoyed tending to her flowers, working around the house and doing embroidery. She and John enjoyed going on trips and eating at the Village House.
In addition to her parents,...
Timothy A. Miller
April 22, 2023
(Albion) Timothy A. Miller age 69 passed away unexpectedly at his home the morning of April 22,2023. He was born May 15, 1953 in Albion, a son of the late Gordon and Frances (DePoty) Miller and was a lifelong resident of Albion.
Tim had many interests, he enjoyed listening to good live music, classic car shows, the rodeo, and...
Elizabeth A. Kennedy
April 22, 2023
(Clarendon) Elizabeth A. Kennedy 1944-2023. Mom was called to service in the Lord’s kitchen in heaven, where she’s likely organized the pantry, planted a vegetable garden, and is probably cooking up a feast with her brother Parm, and sisters Sue and little Sally.
She was a nurse for nearly 40 years, usually providing care for the elderly in nursing...
Carole E. Seeman
April 19, 2023
(CLARENDON) Carole E. Seeman, age 81, died April 19, 2023 in the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence. She was born September 10, 1941 in Corning, New York to Glenn and Ada (Mitchell) Coombs and she and her late husband had lived in this area for over 50 years.
Carole was a member of St. Mary’s Church, enjoyed watching birds, tending...
Timothy Owen Weader
April 18, 2023
A calling hour will be held at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home 16650 State Route 31, Holley on Friday April 28, 2023 from 2:00-3:00pm only.
Brenda Starr Cruz
April 17, 2023
Albion: Brenda Starr Cruz, age 63, passed away April 16, 2023 at the Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY.
Brenda was an avid of all games, especially crosswords and BINGO. She enjoyed reading a good book and loved Owls.
Brenda was predeceased by her parents, Robert and Marylou Grove, and her son David Grove.
Brenda is survived...
Sandra K. Murphy
April 17, 2023
Albion/Middleport: Sandra “Sandy” K. Murphy, age 75, passed away on April 17, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 9, 1947 in Humbolt, NE to the late Kenneth and Frances (Cusimano) Clark.
Sandy was an avid golfer and worked at the Niagara County Golf Course for almost 20 years before she retired. Sandy was a member at...
Marion Ella Bicker
April 14, 2023
MARION ELLA BICKER
Born in Lockport NY on December 1, 1932. Marion is daughter of the late Florence Gertrude Smith and Harrison H Bullard. Sibling to the late William Bullard (Estella), Lavelle Bullard (Deidre), Marjorie Hulshoff (Carl). Survived by brother Lavern Bullard. (Sally)
Marion was known to many as the ‘AAA lady’! She retired as President and CEO...
Byron Alan Paul Neal
April 14, 2023
Albion NY- Byron Alan Paul Neal, 8, passed peacefully after a brave battle with cancer. Surrounded by his family, Dr’s & Nurses at 7 North at Golisano Children’s Hospital.
Byron is predeceased by his great grandparents Franklyn and Margaret Neal, Leona and Nino Scipioni, Henry Bruning, Carol Bruning, Steve Karmedar, Keith Rowella, Uncle Brian Bruning. Survived by his parents...
Edgar E. Wilkins
April 10, 2023
Albion: Edgar E. Wilkins, age 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on April 10, 2023. He was born May 4, 1937 in Medina to the late John and Jessie (Slater) Wilkins.
Edgar was especially proud of donating over 20 gallons of blood with the American Red Cross in his lifetime. He was active in the Orleans...
Clyde W. Knapp
April 10, 2023
(Holley) Clyde W. Knapp age 89 passed away April 10, 2023 at Williamsville Suburban Nursing Home. He was born November 2, 1933 in Parma, NY, a son of the late Clark Sr., and Evelyn (Warren) Knapp and had lived in this area all of his life.
Clyde served in the US Army during Korea and was the past Commander...
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