Obituaries

Harold E. Allen

Harold E. Allen

Jan 3, 2024

(Middleport) Harold E. Allen passed away at home, unexpectedly on January 3, 2023 at the age of 82. He was born to Clifford and Elizabeth (Mahnke) Allen on June 13, 1941 in Middleport, NY. He was proud that he was born, raised, and lived his whole life in Middleport. After graduating from Royalton-Hartland Central School in 1959, Harold proudly served...

Rev. Wilfred E. Moss

Rev. Wilfred E. Moss

Jan 2, 2024

 

      Home-Going and Thanksgiving service for the life and ministry of Rev. Wilfred Earold Moss  

It was on the 2nd of May 1932, the sun shone on the Bahamas tranquil shores of True Blue Crooked Island.  Ever brighter in the lives of William and Hetscema Beneby Moss, their 3rd son and child was born.  They named him...

Gerald Jay Milliman II

Gerald Jay Milliman II

Jan 2, 2024

Middleport: Gerald Jay Milliman II, age 71, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2024 at the Niagara Hospice House. He was born April 27, 1952 in the Town of Groveland, NY to the late Gerald Jay (Virginia) Milliman.

Jay was a graduate of Royalton Hartland Central Schools and worked for 13 years at Simonds Steel, 12 years at Packaging Corp...

Mary Jane Narburgh

Mary Jane Narburgh

Dec 31, 2023

Albion: Mary Jane Narburgh, age 95, passed away on December 31, 2023 at Strong Memorial Hospital after a short illness. She was born August 16, 1928 in Albion to the late Harry and Lillian (Stevens) Farnham and lived in the area her entire life.Mary Jane was an avid card player, and retired from Albion Central Schools as a bus driver....

Martin C. Basinait

Martin C. Basinait

Dec 28, 2023

(Albion) Martin Craig Basinait, 74, passed away after a long and exhausting battle with Parkinson’s Disease on December 28, 2023. He was born on April 5, 1949 to the late Louis Charles and Mary (Bokman) Basinait. Marty lived in Albion his whole life, graduating from Albion High School and then attending Cornell University. He returned to marry his high school...

Norman L. Loss

Norman L. Loss

Dec 26, 2023

Barre: Norman L. Loss, 65, passed away peacefully December 26, 2023, following a short illness.Norman was born in Albion, NY., September 18, 1958 a son of Ernest and Betty (Daniels) Loss. Norman was a 1978 graduate of Albion High School. He was a life member of the Barre Sportsmen’s Club, Crusaders Motorcycle Club and a charter member of the Albion...

Richard Krantz

Richard Krantz

Dec 25, 2023

(ALBION) Richard Krantz, age 72, died December 25, 2023 in his residence following a long illness. He was born October 2, 1951 in Clarence to Walter and Mary (Young) Krantz as had lived in this area all of his life. Mr. Krantz was predeceased by his parents. He is survived by brother: Frederick Krantz of Clarence and a sister: Alia...

Joyce C. Pulver

Joyce C. Pulver

Dec 25, 2023

(KENDALL) Joyce C. Pulver, age 83, died December 25, 2023 in Elderwood of Lakeside at Brockport. She was born January 12, 1940 in Hornell to Lorraine “Boomer” and Arlta “Mildred” (Burdick) Claire and had lived in this area over 50 years. Joyce was a graduate of Alfred-Almond Central School and also had attended Alfred State University. She was a member...

Carol E. Rairie

Carol E. Rairie

Dec 23, 2023

Gasport: Carol E. Rairie, age 80, went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 23, 2023. She was born July 6, 1943 in Lockport to the late Louis F. and Margaret L. (Brown) Bauer.

Carol loved doing anything sewing related. Oftentimes, she would crochet, sew and quilt many blankets. She also enjoyed going camping, reading, gardening and tending...

Evelyn Mae Parks

Evelyn Mae Parks

Dec 22, 2023

 

East Aurora: Evelyn Mae Parks, age 93, passed away December 22, 2023 at Mercy Hospital. She was born March 23, 1930 in Rochester to the late Charles and Clara (Johnston) Parks.

Evelyn was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother David Parks.

Evelyn is survived by her children,...

Irene M. Rouse

Irene M. Rouse

Dec 21, 2023

Albion:  Irene M. Rouse, age 104, passed away December 21, 2023 at the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence.  Irene was born in the Town of Shelby December 26, 1918, a daughter of the late Grover and Minnie (Schultz) Bailey.  Irene had lived most of her life at Oak Orchard on the Ridge.  She was married to Edward Rouse May 14, 1938...

Donald R. Emanuele

Donald R. Emanuele

Dec 21, 2023

(HOLLEY) Donald R. Emanuele, age 82, died peacefully December 21, 2023. He was born December 9, 1941 in Rochester to Daniel and Teresa (Stazie) Emanuele and was a life-long resident of this area. Don was a member of St. Mary’s Church, enjoyed spending time with his family, going to the casino and scratch-off lottery tickets. He also enjoyed meeting his...

Damon C. Benfer

Damon C. Benfer

Dec 20, 2023

(ALBION/KENT) Damon C. Benfer, age 23, died suddenly December 20, 2023 as a result of a motor vehicle accident. He was born June 9, 2000 in Medina, a son of Jeff Benfer and Maria (Brabon) Vaillancourt and was a life-long resident of this area. He was a 2018 graduate of Albion Central School and worked as a mechanic at George’s...

Frank Mandigo

Frank Mandigo

Dec 20, 2023

Frank L. Mandigo “Pops”/”Poppy”, 79, of Kendall, NY passed away on 12/20/23 surrounded by love. He was born May 27, 1944 in Watertown, NY, son of the late Lewis and Dorothy Smith Mandigo. He graduated Watertown High School in 1962.He served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War and then worked until retirement (at an early age)...

Kevin Coons

Kevin Coons

Dec 20, 2023

GROTON:  Kevin J. Coons, age 67, died December 20, 2023 at 7:07pm surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 10, 1956 in Rochester, NY, a son of the late John Bowles and Lucille (Carey) Goho.

Kevin was an auto mechanic and had owned and operated K.C.’s Auto Service in Brockport for many years.  He enjoyed computers, wood...

James L. Hollenbeck

James L. Hollenbeck

Dec 18, 2023

 

James L. Hollenbeck entered into rest on December 18, 2023, at ECMC.  Jim was born in Lockport to Donald and Mary Ann (Moore) Hollenbeck on July 15, 1964.    Jim was raised in the Town of Royalton on Hollenbeck Rd.  He is now reunited with his dad and cherished mom as well as his beloved nephew, Louis.   Jim was retired...

Louise Lusk

Louise Lusk

Dec 17, 2023

(Holley) Louise D. Lusk, age 92, passed away December 17, 2023, at Strong Memorial Hospital after a heart attack and further complications. She was born January 11, 1931, in Holley, a daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Donatelli) DeFilipps and had lived in this area all of her life. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her...

Todd M. Arlington

Todd M. Arlington

Dec 17, 2023

(Middleport) Todd Michael Arlington, suddenly passed away Sunday December 17, 2023, at his home. Todd was born in Kenitra, Morocco on May 5, 1971, on the US Naval Base where his dad was stationed. He was the loving son of Thomas and Deborah Arlington of Akron.Todd was a 1989 graduate of Royalton Hartland School and went to Niagara Community College...

Beatrice A. Benfer

Beatrice A. Benfer

Dec 16, 2023

(BARRE)Beatrice A. Benfer, age 87, died peacefully in her home December 15, 2023 while under the care of Hospice of Orleans. She was born April 15, 1936 in Beavertown, PA to Charles and Helen (Hendricks) Brouse and had lived in this area most of her life.She enjoyed baking, especially chocolate chip cookies but most of all, she enjoyed spending time...

Sarah Jane Wagner

Sarah Jane Wagner

Dec 15, 2023

Holley: Sarah Jane Wagner, age 91, passed away on December 15, 2023 at the New York State Veterans Home in Batavia. She was born February 20, 1932 in Hamlin to the late Horatio and Donna (Alderson) Mowers. Sarah was an active member of the Holley Fire Dept. Ladies Auxiliary and the St. Mary’s Women’s Club and Choir in her younger...

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