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Eslie James Worthington Sr.

Jan 16, 2025

Eslie James Worthington Sr., known fondly as Jim, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on October 21, 1943, in Batavia, Jim was a longtime resident of Elba. A graduate of Alexander Central School in 1961, Jim went on to have a long and dedicated career at Laborers' Local 435 in Rochester where...

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Lorene May Shamblin

Jan 16, 2025

Lorene May Shamblin, 90, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Thursday, January 16, 2024. Born Lorene Gibson on April 9, 1934 in Fola, West Virginia, she married her late husband, George Shamblin, in the late 1950’s, and after they honeymooned in Niagara Falls, the couple became lifelong residents of Oakfield, New York. Lorene retired from...

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Rita L. Zybeck

Jan 16, 2025

Alabama - Rita L. Zybeck, 85 of Alabama passed away on Thursday, (January 16, 2025) at Gateway Home in Attica. Mrs. Zybeck was born October 9, 1939 in Gowanda, a daughter of the late David and Louise (Huch) Johnson. Rita is also preceded in death by her sister, Dale Koch. Rita loved spending time with her family and friends and...

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Gordon Yohe

Jan 15, 2025

Gordon “Gordy” Yohe, age 81, of Byron, NY, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2025 at the Buffalo Veterans Hospital after a short illness. He was born on June 13, 1943 in Batavia, a beloved son of the late Max and Beatrice (Donnely) Yohe. A proud United States Marine Corps veteran, Gordy dedicated his life to service and hard work....

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Judy Lathan

Jan 15, 2025

Batavia - Judy Lathan, 79 of Batavia passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, after a brief illness, at United Memorial Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. Judy was born Sunday, March 4th, 1945 in Corning, a daughter of the late Oliver and Shirley (Mosher) Bortle. She enjoyed gardening flowers, putting together puzzles, and watching Law and Order. Judy...

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Donald C. Porter

Jan 13, 2025

Donald C Porter, of Batavia passed away on January 13, 2025 at the age of 94 years and 362 days. Born the middle child of the late William J. and Bernice Bartz Porter, Don was an avid adventurer, euchre card-shark, and master storyteller. During the Korean War, Don was assigned to the 329th Communication Division intercepting enemy transmissions. While serving...

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Nancy J. Stuehler

Jan 10, 2025

Nancy J. Stuehler, 80, of Rochester, passed away on January 10, 2025 at the Jewish Home in Rochester. She retired from Eastman Kodak Co., as an analyst. Survived by husband, Richard Stuehler; brother, Robert (Annette) Hindman; two nieces, Carrie and Deanna and a great-nephew, William. Private services will be held for her family and she will be laid to rest...

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Shirley May Robinson

Jan 10, 2025

Shirley May Robinson, of Bergen, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 10th, 2025, at the age of 79. Born in Brockport on May 22nd, 1945, Shirley lived a life full of love, creativity, and unwavering devotion to her family and community. Shirley is survived by her beloved children: John Robinson of Bergen, Dave Robinson of Batavia, Paul Robinson of Bergen,...

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Curtis Brown

Jan 8, 2025

Curtis Brown, age 77 of Batavia, passed away on Wednesday January 8, 2025 at Strong Memorial Hospital. Curtis was born on Tuesday, December 30, 1947 in Buena Vista, Georgia, the son of the late Martha (Brown) Reddick. He was a member of the Church of Brotherly Love, Elba. Curtis enjoyed fishing and playing lottery tickets. He was passionate about playing...

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Nicolo Severino

Jan 7, 2025

Batavia - Nicolo Severino (Poppa) age 95 is now reunited with his loving wife Mary and our Lord in Heaven. Beloved son of Giuseppe and Rafaella Severino, he is predeceased by his siblings Lawrence, Florence, Tony, Teresa, Gennaro, Frank, Antonio and Louie, his wife Mary (Priolo), son Peter Severino, daughter Teresa George, son in-law John George and granddaughter Ann Elizabeth...

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Denise D'Angelo

Jan 6, 2025

Denise Ellen (Geise) D'Angelo, 69, of Oakfield, NY, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025, after a courageous yearlong battle with cancer. Born on November 29, 1955, Denise was the beloved daughter of the late Carol L. and James B. Geise, and the loving wife of the late Carl I. D'Angelo. Denise is survived by her children: Jamie (Jason) Smith...

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Marilyn Britt

Jan 5, 2025

Marilyn Blair Britt, 88, of Byron, NY passed away peacefully at home on January 5th, 2025. She is survived by daughter Kim Dewey (Mark), son Donald B. Britt (Chrystal), granddaughters Meghan Dewey (Kevin Henneberry), Sarah Small (Steven), Kylie Britt Fiscella (Bryson), grandsons Nathan Dewey (Christie), and Benjamin Britt. She is also survived by her five delightful great grandchildren Winnie Small,...

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Benjamin C. Mancuso Jr.

Dec 31, 2024

Benjamin C. Mancuso, Jr., age 91, a lifelong resident of Batavia, NY, passed away on December 31, 2024. He was a successful family businessman and dedicated community volunteer whose contributions enriched both his hometown and the broader region. He shared over 50 wonderful years of marriage with his adoring wife, Mercedes Ann (Mahoney) Mancuso, whom he married in 1958. Mercedes...

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Katherine Rapp

Dec 28, 2024

Katherine Rapp Churchville, New York (December 28, 2024) Passed peacefully at her home in Churchville surrounded by her loving family and her mother at her side. Kathy fought a long and valiant battle with cancer. She was born December 23, 1959, in Mount Clemens, Michigan, the eldest daughter of the late Francis August Angel. and Gayle (Tipper) Angel. Prior to...

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Roland Andrew Boyce

Dec 27, 2024

Roland Andrew Boyce, 95, of Pavilion, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024 at his home. Roland was born April 28, 1929 in Elba, a son of the late Benjamin and Ogreta Frens Boyce. Roland was a special equipment mechanic at New York Telephone. He was an Army veteran who proudly served his country during the Korean War. He enjoyed...

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Joseph J. Mortellaro

Dec 27, 2024

Joseph J. Mortellaro, age 88, of Corfu, passed away at his home on December 27, 2024. He was born on August 13, 1936 in Batavia a son of the late Ignazio and Carmella (Dorsey) Mortellaro. Known as "Mr. Bowling" throughout the Genesee Region for his numerous accomplishments on the lanes and his contributions to the sport over seven decades, Joe...

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Aaron Galanti

Dec 26, 2024

Aaron Galanti, age 50, of Batavia, passed away unexpectedly on December 26, 2024. He was born on December 10, 1974 in Batavia, the son of Martin Galanti and Felicia Zaremski Cecere. Spending time with his family and friends was important to him. He was an avid outdoorsman and sportsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. Growing up, Aaron played T-ball, Little...

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Paula J. Welch

Dec 23, 2024

Elba - Paula J. Welch, 73, passed away on Monday (December 23, 2024) at her home in Elba under the care of her loving family. Mrs. Welch was born May 22, 1951 in Buffalo, first born daughter of the late Paul V. Craine Jr. and Ruth M. (Hummel) Craine DeFields. She was a long time employee of GCASA prior to...

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Mary Holmes

Dec 22, 2024

Mary Holmes, daughter of the late Ernest and Matilda Jonathan passed peacefully in her sleep surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Mary loved camping, cooking and spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoyed shopping, garage sales, flea markets, local fairs, and traveling. She bonded with people from all over including her virtual friends with...

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James Bachorski

Dec 21, 2024

James Bachorski, 56, of Oakfield, passed away on December 21, 2024 at Rochester General Hospital. James was born September 25, 1968 in Dansville, a son of Elaine Bachorski of Stafford and the late Robert Raymond Bachorski. James loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Surviving along with his mother are his wife, Rose Marie Smith Bachorski, they were...

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