Obituaries
Mary Samsel
Oct 16, 2023
(Albion) Mary Pat Samsel age 70, passed away October 16, 2023 at Strong Memorial Hospital. She was born August 18, 1953 in Albion, a daughter of the late Robert and Patricia (McGurn) Conley and had lived in this area most of her life. Mary graduated from Kendall High School in 1974. She was a devoted mother of 4 loving daughters...
Matthew H. DeLosh
Oct 15, 2023
Syracuse: Matthew H. DeLosh, age 33, passed away suddenly on October 15, 2023. He was born September 13, 1990, in Syracuse, a son of James DeLosh Sr., and Trudy Renczkowski.
Matthew was known for his football career, playing for Henniger High School and as a semi-professional for the Syracuse Strong and Upstate Predators. Matthew loved spending time with his children...
Dorothy Hamilton
Oct 15, 2023
Dorothy Hamilton (née) Holloway dies unexpectedly Sunday October 15,2023 at the age of 67. She was born January 30,1956 in Medina NY, the late William and Grace Holloway. She worked at Walmart for over 20 years where she retired from early this year. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She enjoyed music, dancing and having a good time...
Kathleen Shay
Oct 14, 2023
Holley: Kathleen Shay, age 64, passed away October 14, 2023 following a brief illness. Kathy was born August 30, 1959 in Rochester, NY a daughter of the late Lloyd and Rosebud (Pitcher) Shay. Kathy is survived by her brother Michael Shay; dear friends Cindy Syrocki, Jennie Drake and canine companion Zeke.Services will be held at the convenience of the family.Kathy's...
Gary P. Menzel
Oct 14, 2023
Gasport: Gary P. Menzel, age 70, passed away October 14, 2023 at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. He was born December 26, 1952 in Medina, NY to the late Donald and Betty (Childs) Menzel.Gary was known for his green thumb and taking care of his property with his John Deere tractor. He was also an excellent woodworker and teacher for his...
Jimmie Lee Thompson
Oct 13, 2023
Jimmie Lee Thompson
1943-2023
Jimmie Lee Thompson was born October 23, 1943 in Carrabelle, Florida to Samuel Thompson Jr. and Lucille Melton Thompson. He departed from this life on October 13, 2023.
During his early career years, Jimmie was a construction worker and welder. He worked for the Rochester City School District until he retired. He enjoyed cooking and...
Lawrence L. Hazzard
Oct 13, 2023
Holley: Lawrence L. Hazzard, age 77, entered into eternal rest on October 13, 2023 at home. Born August 20th, 1946 in Jersey City, New Jersey, Larry was the son of the late Helen Clark Hazzard and grew up in Catskill, New York.
Having graduated from SUNY Brockport with degrees in Physical and Health Education, Larry was known as Coach...
Jeanette M. Behnke
Oct 13, 2023
(KENDALL) Jeanette M. (Beebe) Behnke, age 85, passed away in the Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center, October 13, 2023. Jeanette was born on March 11, 1938, at the Beebe homestead on Lynch Rd in Holley, N.Y. She graduated from Holley Central School in 1956 and from Highland Hospital School of Nursing, as a registered nurse in 1959. William and Jeanette Behnke...
James Logsdon
Oct 9, 2023
Holley: James Logsdon, age 74, passed away peacefully at the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence in Albion, NY on October 8, 2023. He was born December 19, 1948, in Norman, OK., the oldest child of the late James and Esther (Durkat) Logsdon.
Jim retired from Eastman Kodak Co. after 33 years of service. Jim loved working, but his passion was...
Dawn Marie Corney
Oct 8, 2023
(Appleton) Dawn Marie Corney age 90, passed away Sunday October 8, 2023 at Mt. Saint Mary’s Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 6, 1933 in Lockport, a daughter of the late William and Leona (Fredricks) Johnson.Dawn enjoyed going to church, reading, crocheting and sewing. She made many of her own dresses. She worked for many years...
Timothy A. Roath
Oct 3, 2023
Albion: Timothy A. Roath, 55, died suddenly October 3, 2023. He was born in Newfane, NY a son of Frank L. Roath and Elizabeth (Wittkopp) Roath-Farewell. Tim was an employee of Orleans County.
He was predeceased by his father Frank L. Roath, grandparents Frank E. Roath and Helen Roath, Emmett Wittkopp and Sophia Wittkopp..
He is survived by his...
Donald S. Bielicki
Oct 3, 2023
(Gasport/Albion) Donald S. Bielicki, age 75, died October 3, 2023 in his brother Mike’s residence following a long illness. He was born November 4, 1947 in Albion to Bernard and Regina (Swiercznski) Bielicki and had lived in this area for most of his life. Don was a member of St. Brendan’s on the Lake Parish, a 35-year member as well...
James E. VanWagner Sr.
Oct 1, 2023
(MEDINA) James E. VanWagner Sr., age 82, died October 1, 2023 in the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence following a long illness. He was born May 7, 1941 in PA to Harry and Hazel (Connelly) VanWagner and had lived in this area most of his life. Jim was a veteran of the United States Army, a member of the Lockport American...
Maddox Pearl
Sep 30, 2023
Maddox James Pearl, 5, passed away peacefully in his home September 30th 2023 with his loving family by his side after a brief and courageous battle with DIPG.
Born October 15, 2017, he was the son of Ryan and Katelyn Pearl. Maddox was a vibrant, fun loving and adventurous little boy. He loved steamed engines, camping, side by side rides,...
Mary Blissett
Sep 29, 2023
Holley: Mary J. Blissett, 93, passed away peacefully in her home September 29, 2023. She was born April 12, 1930, in the Town of Murray, a daughter of the late Francis McAllister and Helen (Richard) Irvine.Mary retired from Rochester Products. She enjoyed sewing, making dolls, gardening and looking out her kitchen window admiring the birds. Mary’s greatest joy was spending...
Jennie Seager
Sep 27, 2023
Albion: Jennie Z. Seager, age 95, passed away September 27, 2023 at the Martin Linsin Hospice Residence. She was born on November 8, 1928 in Elba to the late Stanley and Josephine (Swiergula) Zielinski.
Mrs. Seager graduated from Elba Central School with the class of 1947. After graduating from Rochester Business Institute as a Medical Secretary, she worked at Genesee...
Jerome F. Machamer
Sep 24, 2023
(Holley)Jerome F. (Jeff) Machamer passed away at home on Sunday, September 24, 2023. Born April 15, 1934 to Jerome and Luella Machamer of Duluth, Minnesota.
He is survived by his wife Susan Hurd Machamer of Holley, NY, daughters Mary, Amy and Molly Machamer, grandchildren Annabelle Mannard, Amelia Sidonio, Annie and James Agar, and sons in law George Mannard, Joe...
Frederick H. Robinson
Sep 23, 2023
(Holley) Frederick H. Robinson age 71 passed away September 23, at Highland Hospital. He was born February 3, 1952 in Medina, a son of the late Robert and Evelyn (Bosley) Robinson and had lived in this area all of his life.Fred had worked for many years at Kodak and after, worked for Union Pipe Covering, retiring in 2016. He enjoyed...
Kenneth J. Snider
Sep 23, 2023
(ALBION) Kenneth J. Snider, age 80, died September 23, 2023 in Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center following a brief illness. He was born October 2, 1942 in Rochester to James and Florence (Benedict) Snider and was a lifetime resident of this area. Ken was a retiree of Rochester Products and enjoyed bowling, and watching the cargo ships in Alexandria Bay and...
George E. Diehl
Sep 22, 2023
Holley: George E. Diehl, 70, passed away September 22, 2023, at Hildebrandt Hospice surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 26, 1953 in Milton, PA., a son of the late George and Betty (Swanger) Diehl. He was a former employee of George's Terry's Co. and retired from Lapp Insulator. George enjoyed gardening, being outside and building things in...
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