Obituaries
Michael J. Mack
March 31, 2023
Albion: Michael J. Mack 72, passed away on March 31, 2023 after a short illness. Mike was a lifelong resident of Albion. He is remembered by obtaining a first place trophy as Albion Purple Eagles marching band drum major in 1967 and as the lead singer in a 60/70s rock band.
Mike is survived by his brother Frank (Nancy)...
Aleith N. Godleske
March 29, 2023
(Middleport) Aleith N. Mittlestadt Godleske, 86, of Middleport, wife of the late Leonard M. Godleske (1981) and the late Kenneth H. Mittlestadt (1955), passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at Buffalo General Medical Center. Aleith was born on July 6, 1936, to the late Arnold and Margaret (Manchester) Niles in the Town of Hartland.
Aleith worked for many...
David W. Baker
March 27, 2023
Newfane: David Baker, surrounded by his loving family, went home peacefully to be with the Lord on March 27, 2023, after his brief battle with ALS. He was born May 1, 1958, in Lockport to the late William and Ann (Lingham) Baker.
David was a lifelong Buffalo Bills and Sabres fan. He was known for is famous tomato dumplings...
Tommy L. Gray
March 26, 2023
(LYNDONVILLE)
Tommy L. Gray, age 61, died March 26, 2023 in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 20, 1961 in Baltimore, MD to Leroy and Peggy (Modlin) Gray and had lived in this area most of his life.
Tom enjoyed fishing, bird watching, camping and anything to do with being outdoors…especially if it...
Diane C Pegelow
March 24, 2023
(Middleport) Diane C. Pegelow age 75, passed away on March 24, 2023, at Buffalo General Hospital. Diane was born January 31, 1948, in Niagara Falls, the daughter of late Albert and Fanny (Lingenfelter) Allen. Diane lived in Middleport since 1967.
Diane was a loyal friend, dedicated mother and loving wife who enjoyed going to the casino with friends; but...
Floyd A. Zaepfel
March 23, 2023
(GASPORT) Floyd A. Zaepfel, age 78, died March 23, 2023 in Select Specialty Hospital in Erie, PA. He was born August 12, 1944 in Buffalo to Floyd M. and Thelma C. (Danitz) Zaepfel and was a life-long resident of this area.
Floyd was a member of the Community Fellowship Church in Johnson Creek, the NRA, Ducks Unlimited and enjoyed...
Mark R. Shampine II
March 22, 2023
(Holley) Mark R. Shampine II, age 38 of Hulberton Road, died suddenly at his residence March 22, 2023. Mark was born June 17, 1984 in Brockport to Mark and Diane (Bower) Shampine and was a life-long resident of this area.
As a lover of music, Mark was a singer/songwriter and loved to play his guitar. He also toured with...
Roger E. LaMont
March 21, 2023
(Albion) Roger E. LaMont age 80 passed away March 21, 2023 at Unity Hospital. He was born June 24, 1942 in Medina, a son of the late Thomas and Mary (Snell) Lamont and had lived in Albion all of his life.
Roger was born to farm. He began honing his agricultural expertise early, driving farm equipment at age 4....
Ralph Bernard Yoffredo
March 20, 2023
Ralph Bernard Yoffredo
August 9, 1935 – March 20, 2023
HOLLEY – The nieces of Ralph “Bernie” Yoffredo invite you to celebrate with them the life of their beloved “Uncle B” on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home, 16650 State Route 31, Holley NY.
Family will receive guests from 12:00-1:30pm immediately followed by the memorial service....
Sandra L. Ray
March 18, 2023
(Albion) Sandra L. Ray, aged 81, passed away peacefully following a brief illness on March 18, 2023. She was born in Albion, NY to the late William and Charlotte (Marquart) Butcher on December 14, 1941.
Sandra lived in the Albion area her whole life, attending the Eagle Harbor School House and graduating from Albion High School with her diploma....
Edwin L. Sidari
March 17, 2023
Albion: Edwin L. Sidari, age 79, passed away peacefully March 17, 2023 at the Martin Linsin Hospice residence. He was born in Bismark, North Dakota, a son of the late Rocco A. Sidari Sr. and Angeline (Hess) Sidari. Ed served in the United States Marine Corps from 1962-1966.
Ed lived a colorful life and created a hundred lifetimes of memories!...
John H. Weader Sr.
March 16, 2023
Birdsall, previously of Holley, NY: John H. Weader Sr. passed away March 16, 2023. He was born April 14, 1929 in the Town of West Beaver, Sydney County, PA to the late Charles and Annie Weader. He is also pre-deceased by his son, Kenneth Weader.
John loved the outdoors; hunting, fishing, going camping and sitting by the campfire, going...
Hans Kobmann
March 14, 2023
(Middleport) Johan G. “Hans” Kobmann, age 89 died March 14, 2023 in Elderwood of Brockport following a long illness. Hans was born March 25, 1933 to Paul and Kunigunda (Pohlmann) Kobmann. In 1952, he traveled across the Atlantic from Muggendorf, Germany to fulfill his dream of a life in the United States.
Hans settled in Middleport where he met...
Frederick F. "Bud" Seeman Jr
March 13, 2023
Clarendon: Frederick F. Seeman Jr. (Bud) age 91 passed away after a short illness on March 13, 2023.
He was born on September 10, 1931 in Rochester, the son of the late Frederick and Alice (Stewart) Seeman Sr. Sister, Shirley Ertle and Brother William Seeman. Frederick is survived by his wife Carole. They spent over 50 years living in Clarendon....
William K. Rowles
March 10, 2023
(ALBION) William K. Rowles, age 90, died March 10, 2023 in United Memorial Medical Center following a long illness. He was born September 10, 1932 in Dubois, PA to Eugene and Nona (Hetrick) Rowles and had lived in this area most of his life.
William was a United States Army Veteran having served from 1954-1956. He enjoyed fishing, hunting,...
Lewis B. Bowen
March 10, 2023
(Clarendon) Lewis B. Bowen age 93, passed away at his home on March 10, 2023. He was born December 4, 1929, in Buffalo, NY, a son of the late Burton and Marguerite (Stevely) Bowen and had lived in this area all of his life.
Lewis served in the US Army during the Korean War. He served on the front...
Ernest R. Stephens, Sr.
March 10, 2023
(Waterport) Ernest R. Stephens, Sr. age 74 passed away March 10, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 24, 1948 in Cameron NY, a son of the late Carrie Gladys Hallett.
Ernie worked tirelessly in construction at Northrup Contracting, Webb Construction and retiring from Villager Construction. He enjoyed working, hunting, fishing and giving...
Eleanora R. Tagg
March 9, 2023
(LOCKPORT) Eleanora R. Tagg, age 92, died March 9, 2023 in the home of her daughter surrounded by her family. She was born May 14, 1930 in Medina to John and Josephine (Wisnock) Mielcarski and was a life-long resident of this area.
Eleanora was an avid BINGO player, enjoyed country music, polka music, going for car rides; especially to...
Thomas Reed Mahoney
March 4, 2023
Thomas Reed “Tom” Mahoney of Canandaigua, formerly of Albion, NY, passed away March 4, 2023 of complications following spinal surgery. He was born July 27, 1943 in Albion to the late Thomas E. and Marjorie B. (Reed) Mahoney.
Tom was predeceased by his aunt and uncle, Mary and Sam Martillotta, and his cousin, Susan Martillotta. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 52 years, Jennifer “Jen” Mahoney; sister,...
Joseph M Udell
March 1, 2023
(Lockport)- Joseph M. Udell, age 49, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2023, following a long illness.
Joe grew up in the Lockport area, he graduated high school and became a truck driver in the Army. When he came home, he went on to work with his father at Babcock Utilities, installing pipes for natural gas underground. He eventually...
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