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Beverly J Shear

Apr 11, 2025

Batavia- Beverly Jane Shear, age 99, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025, at LeRoy Village Green Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Beverly was born on October 19, 1925 in Batavia, New York, a daughter of the late James and Elsie (Schultz) Shear. She graduated from Batavia High School and soon after started her career at P. W. Minor as a...

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Carol J. Wilkosz

Apr 11, 2025

Carol J. Wilkosz, aged 67, passed away on Friday, April 11th, 2025, in her home in Oakfield. Born on Saturday, December 21st, 1957, Carol brought warmth and joy to all who knew her. Carol was a trailblazer and a woman of many accomplishments. She proudly graduated from Erie Community College, where she became the first woman in Genesee County to...

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Allan C. Stevens

Apr 5, 2025

Batavia - Allan C. Stevens, of Batavia, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 5, 2025, just shy of his 82nd birthday at Rochester General Hospital. Born on Wednesday, April 21, 1943, in Niagara Falls, New York, Allan was a devoted husband, gifted educator, and passionate gardener whose warmth and humor left a lasting impression on all who...

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Gail A Ward

Apr 3, 2025

Rochester– Gail Ann Ward, age 76, passed away on Thursday, April 3 2025, at Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center. Gail was born on October 1, 1948 in Rochester, New York, a daughter of the late Charles & Mabel (Kent) Taggart. She was a long time member of the Bergen United Methodist Church. Gail was a caring and generous woman who freely...

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Dixie Jane (Haring) Hartley

Mar 29, 2025

Dixie passed away peacefully at The Grand Nursing Home in Batavia on Saturday, March 29, 2025. Dixie was born December 14, 1923 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Samuel Westbrook (Westy) Haring and Muriel (Hals25ein) Haring. Her loving husband, Richard Vance Hartley passed away in 2012 and her two sisters, Musette Haring and Judy Post, predeceased her. Survivors include:...

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Everett P. McClelland

Mar 21, 2025

Everett P. McClelland, left us peacefully on the morning of Friday, March 21st, 2025. He was born in Batavia on Tuesday, May 6th, 1952. Everett was a cherished member of Emmanuel Baptist Church and was a staple in the church choir. A true fan of the Buffalo Bills, Everett spent many weekends attending games with his dear friend and former...

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Allan J. Kropf

Mar 20, 2025

MEDINA - Allan J. Kropf, 91, of Medina died March 20 at Medina Memorial Hospital, under Hospice care, after undergoing surgery for a broken hip. Allan was born Sept. 10, 1933 in Niagara Falls, a son of the late Howard and Ethel (Hoolihan) Kropf. He graduated in 1951 from Barker High School and joined the Naval Air Reserve at Niagara...

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Joyce Sands

Mar 20, 2025

Bergen – Joyce Ann Sands, age 82, passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at her home in surrounded by her loved ones. Joyce was born on March 25, 1942 in Batavia, New York, a daughter of the late Robert & Mildred (Ames) Sloper. She was a long time member of the Eastern Star and United Methodist Church. Joyce loved...

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Wanda Lee Sage Gilbert

Mar 20, 2025

Wanda Lee Sage Gilbert, 81, went home to be with the Lord and to be reunited with her son, Daniel, on March 20th, 2025, surrounded by her loving husband and children. Wanda was born on March 14th,1944 in Batavia, NY, the daughter of the late Carl and Beatrice Sage. She married Ronald E. Gilbert on January 12th, 1963, with whom...

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Donald E. Hulse Sr.

Mar 15, 2025

Caledonia - Donald E. Hulse Sr., a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. Born on Wednesday, August 6, 1947, in the serene town of Blue Hill, Maine, Donald peacefully departed this world on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the Batavia VA Medical Center. Donald proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy, exemplifying dedication,...

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Kathleen M. Hyde

Mar 14, 2025

Kathleen M. Hyde, of Byron, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 14th, 2025, at the age of 75. Born in Batavia, on April 30th, 1949, Kathleen led a life full of love, service, and dedication to her community and family. Kathleen was a cherished member of the Northgate Free Methodist Church, where she was actively involved in the Saturday Night...

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Carol Ann Houseknecht

Mar 9, 2025

Batavia- Carol Ann Houseknecht, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 9th, 2025, at the age of 87. Born in Batavia, on Friday, December 31st, 1937, Carol spent her entire life embracing the community she dearly loved. Carol was the beloved wife of Charles S. Houseknecht, with whom she shared nearly...

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Stephen Davis Sr

Mar 2, 2025

Stephen Mark Davis Sr., age 53, of Oakfield, NY, passed away on March 2, 2025 at United Memorial Medical Center, after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis. He was born on November 9, 1971 in Buffalo, a beloved son of the late Charles and Virginia (Perkins) Davis. Stephen worked as a paramedic and as a security guard for many years...

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Donald Patrick Powell Sr.

Feb 26, 2025

ROCHESTER – Donald Patrick Powell Sr., a devoted family man, military veteran, and beloved community member, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2025, at Unity Hospital in Rochester, NY, at the age of 84. Born on August 6, 1940, in Niagara Falls, NY, Donald lived a life defined by his unwavering dedication to God, his country, his family, and his...

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Lucille M. Wilcrout

Feb 24, 2025

Lucille M. (Peggy) Wilcrout 92, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 24, 2025 at United Memorial Hospital in Batavia. Born December 4, 1932, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Martin Kearns and Mary Brundage Kearns. Her loving husband Harry E. Wilcrout passed away in 1999. All of her siblings predeceased her: brothers, Richard, Vernon and Rolland Kearns, and sisters,...

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Paul B. Laney

Feb 22, 2025

Oakfield, NY – Paul B. Laney, a cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on April 7, 1938, in Batavia, Paul was a lifelong resident of the area. A graduate of Elba Central School, Paul dedicated his professional life to Niagara Mohawk in Batavia where he worked...

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Gloria Susan Foster

Feb 18, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gloria Susan Foster, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, niece, friend, and talented beautician, who lost her courageous 18-month battle with pancreatic cancer on Tuesday, February 18th, 2025. She was born on Thursday, June 2nd, 1977, in Batavia, NY. Not only was Gloria a devoted mother to her five...

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Kenneth R. Snyder

Feb 18, 2025

It is with profound sadness yet heartfelt celebration of an extraordinary life that we announce the passing of Kenneth R. Snyder, fondly known as "Kenny," who left us on Tuesday, February 18th, 2025. He was born on Tuesday, March 7th, 1967, in Batavia. Kenny was the adored husband, best friend, and partner in crime of Nadine E. Snyder, whom he...

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Clarence Charles Boyer

Feb 15, 2025

Clarence Charles Boyer, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 15th, 2025. Born on Monday, July 15th, 1946, in Brockport, he lived a life marked by dedication, service, and cherished friendships. Clarence was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, where he earned the National Defense Service Medal and the Rifle Marksmanship Badge. His commitment to serve his country...

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Lorraine Coppini

Feb 15, 2025

Batavia - Lorraine Coppini, 94 of Batavia passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at Premier Genesee Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Batavia, New York. She was born August 23rd, 1930 in Batavia, New York, a daughter of the late Frank and Catherine (Neth) Thompson. She was a longtime member of St. Joseph's Church. She was a secretary for...

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