Obituaries
Frances D. McIlmurray
February 8, 2025
(HAMLIN) Frances D. McIlmurray, age 72, died February 8, 2025 in Unity Hospital following a brief illness. She was born August 24, 1952 in Brockport to Edward and Florence (Porter) VanOrden and was a life-long resident of this area. Frances was a 1971 graduate of Kendall Central School, a member of the Hamlin United Methodist Church and was a former...
Edward G. Bartlett Jr.
February 5, 2025
(LOCKPORT) Edward G. Bartlett Jr., age 64, died February 5, 2025 following a short illness. He was born March 25, 1960 in Lockport to Edward (Sr.) and Betty (Lyons) Bartlett and had lived in this area all of his life. Ed was a member of the Wrights Corners Volunteer Fire Department, a member of the Niagara County Cooperative Extension 4-H...
Gloria Theresa Kuhn
February 5, 2025
Albion: Gloria T. Kuhn, age 92, passed away February 5, 2025. She was born April 5, 1932 in Albion to the late John and Frances (Majewski) Kaniecki.
She was a graduate of Albion High School and went to further her education at Niagara Orleans BOCES with a certification in cosmetology. Gloria was an active volunteer for 16 years with the Orleans...
Kathleen Alice Lankford
February 1, 2025
Kathleen Lankford, age 73, of Albion, passed away unexpectedly on February 1, 2025, at her home. She was born on June 21, 1951, in Whittier, CA, to the late Charles and Doris (Phelps) Lankford.
Kathleen was an avid reader who delighted in sharing her love of books with others. She also cherished the opportunity to cook for family and friends, always...
Mary S. Stirk
February 1, 2025
Mary S. Stirk, of Largo, Florida passed away February 1, 2025, at the age of 82. Mary was born in Medina on July 15, 1942 to the late Adam Sheelar and Verna Lech.
As an adult, she worked at Delco Products in the offices, and would drive almost an hour every day to and from work. She met her husband Donald,...
Daniel G. Wright
January 31, 2025
Albion, NY – Daniel G. Wright, 70, passed away peacefully at Rochester General with family by his side on January 31, 2025. Born on June 9, 1954, in Albion, he was the son of the late Rance and Estella Jean (Thom) Wright.
Dan got work and life ethics from his Dad very early on. Dan was a farmer through and through....
Joseph Riley Sr.
January 29, 2025
Albion: Joseph Riley Sr “Tootie Boot”. age 85, went to be with our Lord on January 29, 2025. He was born on September 25, 1939 in Fort Valley, Georgia to the late Jerry and Essie Riley.
Joseph was a bus driver for over 35 years at the Albion Central School District, driving bus “H”, which upon his retirement was also retired...
James L. Shultz
January 29, 2025
(Medina) James L. “Jay” Shultz age 63 passed away unexpectedly at his home on January 29, 2025. He was born January 12, 1962, in Batavia NY, a son of the late James E. and Dolores (Dennanney) Shultz and had lived in this area all of his life.
Jay served in the US Army. He enjoyed playing horseshoes, hunting, fishing camping and...
Rodney F. Hughson
January 29, 2025
Kendall: Rodney F. "Rod" Hughson, age 82, passed away on January 29, 2025 at the Villages of Orleans. He was born September 22, 1942 in Brockport to the late Lafayette and Besse (Behrend) Hughson.
Rod was the owner and operator of Rod Hughson Construction for over 25 years, working on countless projects in the area. He raced motorcycles professionally for several...
Lonnie Green Jr.
January 29, 2025
(ALBION) Lonnie Green Jr., age 54, died January 29, 2025 unexpectedly in Rochester General Hospital. He was born February 25, 1970 in Albion to Lonnie and Peggy Green and had lived in this area all of his life. Lonnie was a machinist by trade and was considered to be a workaholic. He loved to fish but most of all, loved...
John R. Flynn Jr.
January 28, 2025
Clarendon: John Robert Flynn Jr. entered into heaven on January 28, 2025 at age 67, after a five-year hard-fought battle with esophageal cancer. Born on March 16, 1957, in Rochester, NY. to John Robert Flynn Sr. and Jane (Train) Flynn, he lived most of his life in the Rochester area and Orleans County. He was the middle of five children...
Jennifer Steimer
January 28, 2025
Hamburg: Jennifer “Jen” Steimer, age 50, passed away January 28, 2025, following a short illness. Jen was born in Lockport February 9, 1974, the daughter of Bernice Johnson and the late Roger Steimer. Jen was a graduate of Royalton-Hartland class of 1992 and obtained her master’s degree from the University of Buffalo. Jen was employed at Catholic Health for many...
David John Monaghan
January 28, 2025
(Albion) David Monaghan, age 80, died January 28, 2025, in Highland Hospital. He was born December 28, 1944 in Medina to Clarence and Louise (Robinson) Monaghan and was a life-long resident of this area. David proudly served his Country in the National Guard during the late 60’s. He was a Life Member of the Ridgeway Volunteer Fire Department, a member...
Janice E. Lasal
January 27, 2025
(MIDDLEPORT/LYNDONVILLE) Janice E. “Noonie” Lasal, age 95, died January 27, 2025 in Strong Memorial Hospital following a long illness. She was born November 1, 1929 in Newstead, New York to Lloyd and Ellen (Kaegebein) Harrington and had lived in this area most of her life. Janice was a member of the Lyndonville United Methodist Church, the Medina Hospital TWIG, the...
Kenneth Draper
January 27, 2025
Medina: Kenneth “Kenny” Draper, age 89, passed away peacefully January 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Kenny enjoyed wrestling, football, and spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He loved playing cards with his beloved wife, Loretta.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Loretta in 2020, favorite sister, Christine; sisters-in-law, Kathleen Denny and Shirley...
Candace L. Stark
January 26, 2025
Rochester: Candace L. Stark, age 61, passed away January 26, 2025 at Strong Memorial Hospital. She was born September 18, 1963 in Rochester to the late Harold and Mildred Cobb.
Candace loved going on vacations, traveling and spending time with her family.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother Paul Cobb.
She is survived by her husband, Kerry, children...
Chad Napoleon
January 26, 2025
(BROCKPORT) Chad Napoleon, age 53, died January 26 unexpectedly at his home. He was born September 16, 1971 in Brockport to Franklin and Darla (Spry) Napoleon and was a life-long resident of this area. Chad was the proud owner and operator of Napoleon Kitchens and Baths and was a master craftsman who took extreme pride in his work. In his...
Frances M. Schielke
January 26, 2025
(Lockport): Frances Schielke, age 102, passed away on January 26, 2025, in Lockport, NY. She was born on March 29, 1922, in Lockport, NY to the late Robert and Mildred (Bull) Baney.
Frances was a part of the Newfane United Methodist Church and volunteered in the kitchen for many public events. She was also an active member of the Newfane Historical...
Lisa Wilson
January 25, 2025
(Albion) Lisa A. Wilson age 48, passed away January 25, 2025 at her home with her husband, 2 sons and three beloved dogs by her side. She was born April 20, 1976, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Gary and Susan (McKenna) Kingsbury and had lived in this area all of her life.
Lisa graduated from Albion High School in...
Shirley A. Steier
January 25, 2025
(SPENCERPORT) Shirley A. Steier, age 91, died peacefully January 25, 2025 in a place which is surrounded by and amidst the beautiful lilacs of Highland Park. She was born April 8, 1933 to Sherman and Ruth (Barber) Kidney in Orleans County. Shirley was a member of the Spencerport United Methodist Church, and was an avid bird watcher. She enjoyed gardening,...
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