Obituaries

Randy O. Bedford

Randy O. Bedford

November 12, 2022

Royalton: Randy O. Bedford, passed away unexpectedly on November 12, 2022. He was born March 17, 1962 in Lockport to Raymond and Mary Kay (Starkweather) Bedford.

Randy enjoyed his tractors, tractor pulls, farming and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Randy was a very generous man who was always willing to help with anything he...

Rhoda H. Broekhuizen

Rhoda H. Broekhuizen

November 10, 2022

Holley/Batavia:  Rhoda Broekhuizen, 91, passed away peacefully November 10, 2022 into the arms of her best friend and loving husband Ted.  Mrs. Broekhuizen was a beloved teacher to many students over the years at Holley Elementary School.  She enjoyed going to the casino with her friends, nieces and loved to travel to Maderia Beach FL., with her husband Ted. ...

Russell E. Elwell

Russell E. Elwell

November 8, 2022

(Albion)- Russell E. Elwell passed away following a brief illness on November 8, 2022.  He was born on February 16, 1956 in Brockport, NY to William and Marcia Elwell.

In addition to his father, Russell was predeceased by his brother Mark Elwell and brother-in-law James Rush.

Russell received his high school diploma and...

Bonnie E. Bakeman

Bonnie E. Bakeman

November 8, 2022

(Medina)  Bonnie E. Bakeman age 70, passed away November 8, 2022 at Buffalo General Hospital following a short illness.  She was born August 28, 1952 in Rochester, a daughter of the late Julian and Evelyn (Thomas Kolb) Bertrand and had lived in this area most of her life.

Bonnie was a member of the Junior Wilson Sportsmen’s...

Mary M. Shuler (Narburgh)

Mary M. Shuler (Narburgh)

November 6, 2022

(ALBION)

Mary M. Shuler, age 85, died peacefully in her home on November 6, 2022 surrounded by her family.  She was born January 9, 1937 in her family’s home on Culver Rd. in Barre to Leslie and Doris (Ballard) Narburgh and was a life-long resident of this area.

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Dawn Marie Valerio

Dawn Marie Valerio

November 6, 2022

(Holley)- Dawn M. Valerio, age 61, concluded her long, tough battle surrounded by family on November 6, 2022.  She was born to the late Edward and Treva Plank in Rochester, NY on February 7, 1961.

Dawn liked to spend her free time fishing, playing cards, computer games, and especially loved to cook.  She was known for her...

Jean B. Batt (Barry)

Jean B. Batt (Barry)

November 4, 2022

(WATERPORT)

Jean B. Batt, age 87 of Waterport, joined her husband and her daughter in heaven on November 4, 2022 while in the Martin Linsin Residence following a brief illness.

Jean was born November 27, 1934 to the late Arthur and Mary (Spaulding) Barry.  She married the love...

Renee Irene Luczak Brown

Renee Irene Luczak Brown

November 2, 2022

(Waterport)  Renee Irene (Luczak) Brown age 42, passed away unexpectedly on November 2, 2022.  She was born March 18, 1980 in Medina and had lived in this area most of her life.

Renee enjoyed life to the fullest. She was a loving mother of 5, and a loving grandmother who would do anything for her children and...

Douglas A. Sitzer

Douglas A. Sitzer

November 2, 2022

Albion: Douglas A. Sitzer, Sr., age 63, passed away unexpectedly on November 2, 2022. He was born February 28, 1959 in Albion to the late John and Betty (Wright) Sitzer.

Doug always said “I love you more than you love me” to his wife and kids, something that they always said in return also. He was a...

Charles Edward "Chuck" Schramm

Charles Edward "Chuck" Schramm

November 2, 2022

Middleport: Charles Edward “Chuck” Schramm, 12, lost his hard-fought battle with T-Cell Leukemia on November 2, 2022. He and his best friend “Tiger” fought as much as they could since he was diagnosed on March 11, 2022. Chuck was born November 16, 2009 in Medina to Scott and Lora Schramm, Sr.

Chuck was a big history buff,...

Arthur "Schultzie" Burger

Arthur "Schultzie" Burger

November 1, 2022

Albion: Arthur “Schultzie” Burger, 62, passed away suddenly November 1, 2022. He was born January 16, 1960 in Paterson, NJ., the beloved son of the late Arthur F. & B. Joyce (Orrell) Burger. Schultzie grew up in Woodcliff Lake NJ. He moved to Waterport with his parents in 1985. After his parents passed away, he moved into the Ross...

Charles Lee Roth

Charles Lee Roth

October 31, 2022

CHARLES LEE ROTH

BARRE - Chuck Roth went to his heavenly home with the Lord on October 31, 2022. Born in Elba on April 13, 1946 to the late Earl and Florence Roth. He served six years in the United States Navy and then retired after 41 years with GM.

He loved working and God...

Raymond "Ray" Coopenberg

Raymond "Ray" Coopenberg

October 30, 2022

Holley: Raymond Coopenberg, age 81, passed away unexpectedly at his home on October 30, 2022. He was born September 16, 1941 in Walden, NY to the late Rene Coopenberg and Marguirite Carter.

Ray was an active member of the Holley Volunteer Fire Co. and in his spare time enjoyed camping and golfing.

In addition to...

Joseph F. Pusateri Jr.

Joseph F. Pusateri Jr.

October 30, 2022

Joseph F. Pusateri Jr., Songwriter/singer and musician, worked as a process control technician in plastic injection molding passed away peacefully at age 73, on October 30, 2022, after a long illness, surrounded by family.

Joseph remained positive until the very end, he didn’t want his family to be sad, and always the jokester, spent his last days...

Jeanette I. Baleno

Jeanette I. Baleno

October 25, 2022

Rochester: Jeanette I. Baleno, age 73, died October 25, 2022 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.

She is survived by her children, Angela Kryger, two sons, Joseph Baleno and Christopher Baleno, several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and siblings.

Services for Jeanette will be held at the convenience of the family.

Jeanette's arrangements have been...

Adeline S. Millis

Adeline S. Millis

October 24, 2022

(Carlton)  Adeline S. Millis age 97 passed away October 24, 2022 at the Martin Linsin Residence.  She was born May 16, 1925 in Albion, a daughter of the late John and Anna (Kowal) Mack and had lived in this area all of her life.

Adeline was a member of the Gaines Carlton Community Church.  She worked and...

Howard R. "Howie" Moranz

Howard R. "Howie" Moranz

October 23, 2022

Holley: Howard “Howie” Moranz, passed away October 23, 2022, at the age of 90.

He was predeceased by his wife of 62 years, RoseMarie, and by his son-in-law Richard Pakozdi.

Howie is survived by his daughters, Barbara (John) Girvin, Connie Pakozdi, Jeanie (Doug) Brown; grandchildren Angela Girvin, Sheri Girvin, Jennie (Michael) Cancelmi, Jackie...

Evelyn J. Elsenheimer (Kill)

Evelyn J. Elsenheimer (Kill)

October 23, 2022

(Gasport) Evelyn Jane (Kill) Elsenheimer was born January 16, 1929 and passed away October 23rd, 2022.

She married Edward J. Elsenheimer (deceased) April 7, 1951. They had 4 children, Irene (Peter) Fadden, Shirley (Douglas) White, Theodore (Nancy) Elsenheimer, and Donna (David) Mills. She was blessed with 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.  She is also survived by her...

Wade J. Muscarella

Wade J. Muscarella

October 23, 2022

(ALBION)

Wade J. Muscarella, age 68, died in his home October 23, 2022.  He was born August 18, 1954 in Brockport to Joseph and Ida (Tiberio) Muscarella and had lived in this area most of his life.

Wade was a...

Richard T. Peruzzini

Richard T. Peruzzini

October 21, 2022

(Carlton)  Richard T. Peruzzini age 89, passed away October 21, 2022 at Strong Memorial Hospital with his family by his side.  He was born June 10, 1933 in Albion, a son of the late Delmazio “Tom” and Mary Peruzzini and had lived in this area most of his life.

Richard’s greatest joys were mowing his 8 acres...