Obituaries

Raymond C. Chase

Raymond C. Chase

December 16, 2025

Raymond C. Chase, age 75, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 12, 1950, in Medina, New York, to Antonia and Russell Chase.

Raymond was a lifelong resident of the area and was well known for his strong work ethic and skilled hands. A master carpenter and construction professional, he took...

James E. Keller

James E. Keller

December 15, 2025

(Kent) James E. “Jim” Keller age 91, passed away unexpectedly December 15, 2025 at Mount St. Mary’s Hospital in Lewiston. He was born December 18, 1933 in Rochester, a son of the late Elmer and Mary (Waterstraw) Keller and had lived in this area for most of his life.

Jim served in the US Navy from 1956-1958. He was a lifetime...

Becky Ann Allport

Becky Ann Allport

December 14, 2025

Rebecca Ann “Becky” Allport, age 72, passed away on December 14, 2025, after a year-long, courageous battle with cancer. She was born June 18, 1953, in Albion, the daughter of the late Arlene and Jack McGuire and had lived in this area all her life. In her younger years, Becky earned the nickname “Rebel,” a fitting name for someone who...

Keith K Kinne

Keith K Kinne

December 11, 2025

(MEDINA) Keith K. Kinne, age 72, died December 11, 2025 unexpectedly in his home. He was born June 30, 1953 in Lockport to Robert (Jr.) and Dorothy (Cooper) Kinne and had lived in this area all of his life. Keith was a man who loved the outdoors. There was nothing better than sitting around a campfire or going to the...

Joseph Palmiotto

Joseph Palmiotto

December 8, 2025

Albion: Joseph Palmiotto, age 77, passed away unexpectedly on December 8, 2025.

Beyond his big presence, Joe's sense of humor and generosity were undeniable. He took pride in working hard, helping others, and keeping a picture-perfect lawn. His secret talents included ping pong and gin rummy. He could figure out how to build or fix anything and everything. And he never...

Jack R. Jenks

Jack R. Jenks

December 7, 2025

Albion: Jack R. Jenks, age 68, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025 at Unity Hospital. He was born April 5, 1957 in Albion to the late Charles and Marjorie (Newbould) Jenks.

Jack worked on various farms throughout his working years and was always appreciated for his wisdom and ability to listen.

Jack is survived by his siblings, Peggy (Kit) Lyman, Laura...

Kathleen G. Cadieux

Kathleen G. Cadieux

December 6, 2025

Medina: Kathleen Cadieux, age 77, passed away unexpectedly on December 6, 2025 at United Memorial Medical Center.

She was born December 26, 1947 in Palmer, MA, the daughter of Charles and Mary (Polzwartek) Kusha. Kathy graduated from Palmer High School, Class of 1965, and soon after married the love of her life, Richard Cadieux in 1966. In 1984, Kathy and Richard...

James A. Akers

James A. Akers

December 6, 2025

Ransomville: James A. Akers, age 51, passed away unexpectedly on December 6, 2025 at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. He was born April 22, 1974 in Brockport a son of Warren and Gail (Bedard) Akers,

James was really a spitfire. Kept everyone on their toes. He really enjoyed the movie Wicked, Wizard of Oz, and the Titanic. He also enjoyed his...

Jean M. Harvey

Jean M. Harvey

December 5, 2025

Jean M. Harvey (nee MacDonald), formerly of Lockport, passed away on December 5, 2025, at the Wyoming County Skilled Nursing Facility in Warsaw, NY, where she had been a resident since 2021. Born July 9, 1929, in Buffalo, NY, Jean was a graduate of Bennett H.S. and North Park Business School in Buffalo. As a young woman, she was...

Dorothy Getty

Dorothy Getty

December 4, 2025

Dorothy Getty of Pendleton, NY, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025. Born on February 24, 1939, in Buffalo, NY, she was the daughter of the late James R. and Mary (nee Smith) Hefferon. Early on Dorothy worked at Pendleton Hardware and Country Cottage before she was a homemaker. She was a member of Pendleton Center United Methodist Church...

Gail Smith

Gail Smith

December 3, 2025

(ALBION) Gail P. Smith, age 84, died peacefully December 3, 2025 while under the care of Hospice of Orleans. She was born May 26, 1941 in Perry to Rufus and Mable (Dunbar) Proper and had lived in this area most of her life. Gail worked for over 20 years at the Orleans County Nursing Home primarily as a Nursing Assistant....

Terri L. Cole

Terri L. Cole

December 2, 2025

(LOCKPORT) Terri L. Cole, age 64, died December 2, 2025 in Orchard Manor Nursing Home. She was born July 4, 1961 in Lockport to Richard and Annie (Estep) Tice and had lived in this area all of her life. Terri enjoyed playing BINGO, reading and the outdoors. She was a very family oriented person and her sister Jan was her...

Kenneth E. Farewell

Kenneth E. Farewell

November 29, 2025

(MIDDLEPORT) Kenneth E. Farewell, a treasured husband, father, grandfather, and friend, peacefully passed away on Saturday, November 29th, 2025, at the age of 84. Born in Niagara Falls, New York, Ken spent his life leaving a legacy of kindness, hard work, and dedication. Ken was a member of the community of Middleport, where he resided with his beloved wife, Linna,...

Diana L. Livermore

Diana L. Livermore

November 27, 2025

(ALBION) Diana L. "Nana" Livermore, age 76, passed away peaceful November 27, 2025 in Hildebrandt Hospice Center. She was born March 28, 1949 in Illinois to William and Mildred (Parsons) Dickerson and had lived in this area for over 40 years. Nana enjoyed many simple and quiet activities in life such as: tending to her flower gardens, doing some on-line...

Marcia R. Bowles

Marcia R. Bowles

November 25, 2025

(Albion) Marcia R. Bowles age 78, passed away November 25, 2025 at United Memorial Medical Center after a courageous fight with cancer. She was born January 7, 1947, a daughter of the late Charlie and Leona (Licht) Chick and had lived in this area all of her life.

Marcia was a member of the Eagle Harbor United Methodist Church where she...

Thomas R. Meaney

Thomas R. Meaney

November 25, 2025

(Lockport) Thomas R. Meaney, age 76, died November 25, 2025 in Premier Genesee Health and Rehab Center. He was born June 9, 1949 in Astabula, Ohio to Richard and Shirley Mae (Miller) Meaney. Tom was a United States Air Force Veteran having served during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Gasport Post #1253 American Legion, the Royalton...

Joseph R. Moltrup Jr.

Joseph R. Moltrup Jr.

November 24, 2025

(Barker) Joseph R. Moltrup age 57, passed away unexpectedly November 24, 2025, at Erie County Medical Center. He was born December 5, 1967, in Medina, a son of Cheryl (Letts) Moltrup and the late Joseph R. Moltrup Sr.

Joe owned and operated his own auto shop for many years. He enjoyed listening to politics and watching football, especially the Buffalo Bills....

Robert R. Brown II

Robert R. Brown II

November 23, 2025

WATERPORT – Robert R. Brown II (Bob), 70, seventh generation farmer at Orchard Dale Fruit Farms, business owner of Brown’s Berry Patch and founding partner of Lake Ridge Fruit Company in Albion, passed away Sunday (Nov. 23, 2025).

Robert was born May 23, 1955, in Albion, NY, son of Ralph Reynolds and Claire Clement Brown. He was a graduate of Albion...

Patricia A. Seefeldt

Patricia A. Seefeldt

November 23, 2025

Holley: Patricia A. Seefeldt, age 61, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2025 at Medina Memorial Hospital. She was born November 26, 1963 in Rochester to the late Robert and Peggy (Smith) Canne.

Patty was very family oriented, spending countless time with her children and grandchildren. She was also very crafty and very good at "DIY" stuff around the house. More...

Joseph P. Harrington

Joseph P. Harrington

November 21, 2025

Joseph P. Harrington, age 56, of Middleport, NY passed away suddenly on Friday, November 21, 2025, following a lifelong struggle with addiction and mental illness.

Born February 12, 1969 in Cheektowaga, NY, he was a son of John F. Harrington and the late Susan E. (Kelley) Harrington. Joe was a graduate of Royalton-Hartland High School, Class of 1988. Later in life...