Obituaries

Gaylord R. "Charlie" Staats

Gaylord R. "Charlie" Staats

February 14, 2022

Rochester: Gaylord R. “Charlie” Staats, age 52, passed away unexpectedly on February 14, 2022. He was born January 29, 1970 in Albion to Roy and Linda (Moyer) Staats.

Charlie was always smiling and loved to have a good time. He loved being cared for by his “nurse”, Melayla.

Charlie was predeceased by his father, Roy,...

Robert William "Pete" Clinkscales

Robert William "Pete" Clinkscales

February 13, 2022

(ALBION)

Robert William “Pete” Clinkscales, age 77, died February 13, 2022 in the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence following a short illness.

He was born March 11, 1944 in Anderson, SC and had lived in this area most of his life.  Pete had served in the Army Reserves and...

Joanne Mackay

Joanne Mackay

February 11, 2022

(Medina)  Joanne Mackay age 62 passed away unexpectedly February 11, 2022 at Buffalo General Hospital.  She was born January 16, 1960 in Yonkers, NY a daughter of the late Aldo and Silena (Scopino) Mordini and had lived in this area since 2006.

Joanne worked as an Administrative Assistant at ARC in Albion for many years.  She enjoyed...

Elizabeth A. Hardy (Quatrato)

Elizabeth A. Hardy (Quatrato)

February 11, 2022

(Holley)  Elizabeth A. Hardy passed away February 11, 2022 at the Villages of Orleans.  She was born in Rochester, a daughter of the late Sabatino and Assunta (Fiorillo) Quatrato and had lived in this area since 1952.

Elizabeth worked as a secretary for General Electric in Brockport for 2 years, retiring in 1987.

In addition...

Warren D. Maynard Jr.

Warren D. Maynard Jr.

February 10, 2022

Warren D. Maynard Jr. of Kendall passed away suddenly on Thursday, February 10, 2022. Warren is survived by his only son Michael (Tammy) Maynard, brother Mark (Dona) Maynard, sister Aletamarie (Wayne) Martin, nephew Jared (Megan) Maynard, niece Dr. Sheena Maynard and his girlfriend Peggy Coonrod. He was born on April 7th, 1955 to the late Warren and Beverly Maynard. He...

Theresa E. Bibby

Theresa E. Bibby

February 8, 2022

Brockport: Theresa E. Bibby, age 83, passed away February 8, 2022. She was born March 6, 1938 in Brockville to the late Peter and Helen Monacelli.

Theresa was a member of the Church of Nativity of BVM in Brockport. She enjoyed cooking and was the former Food Service Manager at Lakeside Memorial Hospital. Theresa’s greatest love was...

James L. Grabowski

James L. Grabowski

February 8, 2022

Medina: James L. “Ace” “Floyd” Grabowski, Sr. age 73 passed away at his home on February 8, 2022. He was born February 15, 1948 in Medina to the late Leo and Victoria (Szczechowiak) Grabowski.

He graduated from Medina High School in the class of 1965. Ace was a proud Navy veteran who served from 1967-1971...

William M. "Bill" Taylor

William M. "Bill" Taylor

February 7, 2022

(BARKER)

William M. “Bill” Taylor, age 77, died February 7, 2022 in Strong Memorial Hospital following a courageous 15-year long battle with cancer.

He was born November 15, 1944 in Bickmore, WV and had lived in this area for most of his life.  Bill was a member of...

Carson H. Bailey

Carson H. Bailey

February 4, 2022

(Albion) Carson Henry Bailey, age 96, died February 4, 2022, in his home with his loving family by his side. He was born March 21, 1925, in Millmont, Pennsylvania, a son of the late Bright H. and Miriam (Dorman) Bailey.

Carson served in the 88th Infantry Division, 351st Infantry Regiment, in Italy during World War II. Upon...

Mary Jane Nenni (Beach)

Mary Jane Nenni (Beach)

February 3, 2022

Albion:  Mary Jane Nenni, 97, passed away peacefully, February 3, 2022 at the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence in Albion.  She was born July 31, 1924 in Albion, a daughter of the late Herbert and Lucy (Kaniecki) Beach.  Mary Jane was a lifetime resident of this area and was a member of Holy Family Parish and the former St. Mary’s...

Robert C. "Bob" Albone

Robert C. "Bob" Albone

February 2, 2022

(MIDDLEPORT)

Robert C. Albone, age 82, died February 2, 2022 in his home following a long illness.

He was born April 15, 1939 in North Tonawanda to Everett and Bernard (Briggs) Albone and was a life-long resident of this area.  Bob was US Navy Veteran and a member...

William Francis Michael "Bill" Loney

William Francis Michael "Bill" Loney

February 1, 2022

(ALBION)

William Francis Michael “Bill” Loney, age 52, died February 1, 2022 in his home.  He chose to “endeavor to persevere” for the last 14 years as he battled cancer.

He was born October 31, 1968 in Massena, NY and was a son of Terry and Barbara (Zielinski)...

Daniel M. Swift

Daniel M. Swift

January 31, 2022

Daniel M. Swift, 42, of Holley, passed away after a brief illness on January 31, 2022. He was born on March 30, 1979 to the late Michael and Karen (Jennejohn) Swift.

Dan loved to travel, especially to the Adirondacks and to Disney World. He was an avid New York Yankees and Miami Dolphins fan and he loved...

John J. McGuire

John J. McGuire

January 31, 2022

Clarendon:  John J. McGuire, 80, passed away January 31, 2022 at Strong Memorial Hospital.  He was born in Clarendon August 21, 1941 the a son of the late Donald & Aileen (Brown) McGuire.

John served in the U.S. Navy from 1959-1962.

He was predeceased by his brothers, Daniel and James McGuire.

John is...

Joyce Ruth Blank (Smith)

Joyce Ruth Blank (Smith)

January 29, 2022

(Holley)  Joyce Ruth Blank age 91 passed away January 29, 2022 at Edna Tina Wilson Living Center in Rochester.  She was born September 7, 1930 in the Town of Clarendon, a daughter of the late Tracy and Florence (Bowen) Smith and had lived in this area all of her life.

Joyce was a member of the Order...

Howard D. Kropp Sr.

Howard D. Kropp Sr.

January 29, 2022

Middleport: Howard D. Kropp Sr., age 75, passed away unexpectedly at his home on January 29, 2022. He was born March 3, 1946 in Lockport to the late Lawrence and Laura (Chase) Kropp.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Terry on June 8, 2021, his sister, Maryann Westcott and brother, Larry Kropp,...

Beverly Anne Wojtkowski (Wirth)

Beverly Anne Wojtkowski (Wirth)

January 28, 2022

(GASPORT)

Beverly A. Wojtkowski, age 81 (but if you asked her- 29), died January 28, 2022 in Eastern Niagara Hospital with her family at her side.

She was born September 24, 1940 in Lockport to Dwight and Marguerite (Simons) Wirth and was a life-long resident of this area. ...

Opal C. O'Grady

Opal C. O'Grady

January 24, 2022

Middleport: Opal C. O’Grady, age 94, passed away on January 24, 2022.  She was born March 11, 1927 in Parker, PA to the late Edward and Gladys Haugh.

Opal was a member of the Middleport United Methodist Church and the Lyndonville Busy Buddies, a not-for-profit organization. She was also known to have volunteered her time to help...

Patrick Roger LaForme

Patrick Roger LaForme

January 23, 2022

Patrick Roger LaForme of Barker, NY, passed away peacefully at home January 23, 2022, with his daughter and grandkids by his side after a long battle with cancer.

Born August 30, 1949 in New Credit, Ontario Canada to parents Melvin and Elsie LaFrome.  He was a very proud Native American and owned several Indian items.

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Carolyn Marie Myers (Merritt)

Carolyn Marie Myers (Merritt)

January 22, 2022

Carolyn M. Myers, 74 of Gasport, passed away suddenly January 22, 2022 at Buffalo General Hospital.  She was born December 8, 1947 in Ogdensburg, NY a daughter of the late Lawrence and Jean (Thornton) Merritt.  Carolyn was a longtime volunteer firefighter for Hartland Fire Co. and most recently was serving as President.  She retired from Lockport energy Association.  Carolyn...