Obituaries

David W. Corter

David W. Corter

June 12, 2022

Holley: David W. Corter, age 62, passed away suddenly on June 12, 2022. He was born October 18, 1959 in Rochester to Elwood and Patricia Corter.

David enjoyed spending time fishing, hunting, and camping. He also loved music of all kinds and was a very loving guy.

David was predeceased by his father, Elwood, grandson,...

Patricia "Pat" Hauer

Patricia "Pat" Hauer

June 11, 2022

Albion: Patricia “Pat” Hauer, 88, passed away peacefully at her home in Carlton, New York on 11 June 2022.  She was born on 26 September 1933 to Herbert and Mary Gress in Rochester, NY.  She graduated from Benjamin Franklin High School, Rochester in 1953.  Pat and her husband Joseph (pre-deceased) moved to Carlton in the late 1960s and raised...

Elmer J. Miller

Elmer J. Miller

June 6, 2022

(Albion)  Elmer J. Miller age 81 passed away June 6, 2022 at Medina Memorial Hospital.  He was born January 18, 1935 and had lived in this area for most of his life.

Elmer served in the US Air Force where he worked as a plane mechanic.  He was a member of the Albion Elks Lodge B.P.O.E. #1006. ...

Derek Sevor

Derek Sevor

June 5, 2022

Holley: Derek Sevor, age 35, passed away unexpectedly on June 5, 2022. He was born October 16, 1986 in Brockport to David and Terri Sevor.

Derek could brighten up any room, the loudest and funniest guy there. He had great stories and would often break the awkward silence with a quick joke. Music was such an important...

Janice M. Lorback (VanDetta)

Janice M. Lorback (VanDetta)

June 5, 2022

(Brockport)  Janice M. (VanDetta) Lorback age 81, passed away June 5, 2022.  She was born December 8, 1940 in Medina, a daughter of the late George and Marion (Cassidy) VanDetta and had lived in this area all of her life.

Janice loved crocheting afghans for friends and family and loved spending time with her family.

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Stephen A. "Steve" Smith

Stephen A. "Steve" Smith

June 4, 2022

OBITUARY  NOTICE

(MIDDLEPORT)

Stephen A. Smith, 69 of Middleport passed away at home June 4, 2022 after a short illness.

He was born January 19, 1953 to William and Margaret...

Gregory T. Schmitt

Gregory T. Schmitt

June 3, 2022

Kent:  Gregory T. Schmitt, 75, passed away June 3, 2022 at Unity Hospital.  He was born January 31, 1947 in Rochester, NY a son of the late Julius and Lorraine (Quicke) Schmitt.  Greg served in the United States Navy during Vietnam stationed on one of the first Nuclear Submarines, USS James K. Polk.  He was again called to serve...

Barbara N. Sargent

Barbara N. Sargent

June 2, 2022

(Albion) Barbara N. Sargent, age 82, passed away June 2, 2022 at Rochester General Hospital. She was born August 19, 1939 in Albion, a daughter of the late William and Viola (Pahuta) Nenni and had lived in this area all of her life. Barb loved baking, going to the beach and spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She...

Paul R. Wood

Paul R. Wood

June 2, 2022

(HOLLEY)

Paul Raymond Wood, 90, of Holley, NY passed away on Thursday June 2, 2022 after a short illness.

Paul was born October 22, 1931, to the late Raymond and Lillian Wood (Doane). He grew up in Rochester, NY before joining the Navy in 1952. He was in active duty as an aircraft mechanic onboard...

Richard W. Wagner

Richard W. Wagner

May 31, 2022

OBITUARY  NOTICE

(ALBION)

Richard W. Wagner, age 76, died unexpectedly at home May 31, 2022.

He was born September 15, 1945 in Albion to John and Maria (Justin) Wagner and was a life-long resident of this area.  Richard...

Laura Jean Dibley

Laura Jean Dibley

May 30, 2022

Laura Jean Dibley (Perry), 35 of Albion passed away surrounded by her family at the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence on May 30, 2022. She was born April 22, 1987, to Sandy Hapeman and the late Tom Perry in Rochester, NY.

Laura was part of the Albion Central School District graduating class of 2005. She was a free...

Adana Zambito (Knight)

Adana Zambito (Knight)

May 26, 2022

Adana Zambito (Knight), 44 of Albion, NY passed away peacefully at Strong Memorial Hospital, on May 26, 2022. She was born November 18, 1977 in Brockport, NY. She died of rare complications from COVID.

Adana was a sweet soul and will be missed by everyone who knew her.

She is survived by her two daughters,...

Twila "Hope" Long

Twila "Hope" Long

May 25, 2022

Twila Hope Long, 84, of Lockport, passed away May 25, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Luthersburg, PA., May 6, 1938 a daughter of the late Robert & Fannie (Knarr) Long.  Hope was very spiritual and had attended several churches in the area.  She was a foster parent to numerous children for almost 60 years and...

Mary E. Kuhn (Keeler)

Mary E. Kuhn (Keeler)

May 24, 2022

Mary E. Kuhn, age 83, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at home. Born in Albion, NY on August 7, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Celia (Donovan) Keeler. Mary was a graduate of Wheelock College in Boston, MA where she earned a B.S. Ed. in 1959. Mary cherished her family and was...

Donald G. Ferris Jr.

Donald G. Ferris Jr.

May 23, 2022

Medina:  Donald G. Ferris Jr., 88, passed away May 23, 2022, at his home surrounded by his loving family.  He was born August 21, 1933 in Kendall a son of the late Donald and Martha (Fluegel) Ferris.  Mr. Ferris served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.  Donald was employed by the Village of Medina as a Heavy...

Edward H. Meyer

Edward H. Meyer

May 21, 2022

Edward H. Meyer age 73 passed away May 21, 2022 at Strong Memorial Hospital.  He was born November 22, 1948 in Rochester and had lived in this area most of his life.

Ed drove school bus for many years.  He was a member of Brighton, Carlton and Kendall Fire Department and after he couldn’t volunteer, he loved...

Phyllis H Beckstein (Martin)

Phyllis H Beckstein (Martin)

May 21, 2022

OBITUARY  NOTICE

(LOCKPORT)

Phyllis H. Beckstein, age 94, died May 21, 2022 in Elderwood of Williamsville following a brief illness.  She was born April 13, 1928 in Buffalo to Frank and Magdalina (Fleishman) Martin and was a life-long resident of this area.

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Betty E. Valentine

Betty E. Valentine

May 19, 2022

Fancher: Betty E. Valentine, age 95, passed away May 19, 2022 with her family at her side. She was born March 3, 1927 in Ridgeway to the late Earl and Minnie (Schultz) Prest.

Betty worked at GE in Brockport for many years before she retired in 1986. She was an active member of St. Mary’s Church in...

Kristina N. Kuellertz

Kristina N. Kuellertz

May 17, 2022

KRISTINA N. KUELLERTZ, 27, passed away suddenly on May 17, 2022 in Tampa Florida. Kristina is survived by her daughters Alaya and Ariella Bisig; her mother and father Eric and Meredith (Persia) Kuellertz; sister, Hayli Kuellertz; grandparents Susan and Tom Persia and Bill and Germaine Kuellertz; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. A calling hour to celebrate Kristina’s...

Maxine Kay Wahl

Maxine Kay Wahl

May 16, 2022

Kendall: Maxine Kay Wahl, age 84, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2022. She was born March 15, 1938 to the late Kenneth and Elizabeth (Whitehouse) Hall.

Maxine was a past member of the Order of the Eastern Star in Kendall and worked for many years as a Pharmacist Assistant in Brockport. She enjoyed watching television and...