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Barbara Jean Priest Shreder

Barbara Jean Priest Shreder

May 9, 2016

Barbara Jean Priest Shreder, 87, of Attica, went to her heavenly reward on Monday May 9, 2016. She was born in Dannemora, NY on May 29, 1928 to the late Charles and Jean (Stewart) Priest and is the sister of the late Robert Priest. “Babe” was the loving wife of Robert “Peanuts” Shreder for 63 years. She was the devoted...

Joyce Reed Woika

Joyce Reed Woika

May 2, 2016

Joyce Reed Woika, 80, of Bennington passed away on Monday May 2, 2016 at the United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. She was born in Plattsburgh, NY on March 15, 1936 to the late Richard and Florence (Monroe) Reed. In addition to her parents, Joyce is predeceased by her daughter Cherylynn Van Nostrand Lounsberry; sisters Geraldine (Douglas) Palmer, Marilyn (Emil)...

George  W.  Orzeszek

George W. Orzeszek

Apr 30, 2016

George W. Orzeszek, 86, of Darien Center passed away after a lengthy illness on Saturday April 30, 2016 at Millard Fillmore Hospital in Amherst. He was born on April 3, 1930 in Buffalo to the late Steven and Henrietta (Pieper) Orzeszek. George served his country for both The United States Army and United States Navy. He was a member of...

Laura L. Orzeszek

Laura L. Orzeszek

Apr 30, 2016

Laura L. Orzeszek, 47, of Darien Center passed away suddenly at her home on Saturday April 30, 2016. She was born on May 17, 1968 in Canton, NY to the late George Orzeszek and Marilyn (Zimmerer) Orzeszek of Darien Center. Laura graduated from Alexander High School in 1987 and received her Associates Degree from both Genesee Community College and Bryant...

Norman  J. Snyder

Norman J. Snyder

Apr 28, 2016

Norman J. Snyder, 78, of Alexander passed away at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester on April 28, 2016 due to complications resulting from a fall at his Alexander farm. He was born on May 14, 1937 in Crittenden, NY to the late Casper “Jim” and Josephine (Hendricks) Snyder. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his wife Elsie...

Carla J.  Wright

Carla J. Wright

Apr 20, 2016

Carla J. Wright, 47, of Alexander, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday April 20, 2016 in Attica. She was born on December 29, 1968 in Batavia, NY to Joseph (Diane) L. Bridge of Elba and Joyce E. Smith of Aliquippa, PA. Carla was a member of the Alexander Fire Department and the Beachhead Veterans Club. She was a Medic at the...

Edwin F.  Helak

Edwin F. Helak

Apr 7, 2016

Edwin F. Helak, 68, of Attica passed away suddenly at his home on Thursday April 7, 2016. He was born on March 31, 1948 in Buffalo to the late Florian and Joan (Kisiel) Helak. Edwin was a member of the US Marine Corps and a retired Corrections officer of 30 years from Attica Correctional Facility. He was a graduate of...

Arthur J.  Buckley Iv

Arthur J. Buckley Iv

Apr 4, 2016

Arthur J. Buckley IV, 62, passed away at his home in Bennington on April 4, 2016. He was born on June 3, 1953 in Glens Falls, NY to the late Arthur J. Buckley III and Joyce (Mattison) Buckley. Art was an “AICP” certified planner for the County of Wyoming. He loved auto racing, hunting, fishing and archery. Being outside with...

James G. Hess

James G. Hess

Mar 31, 2016

James G. Hess, 58, passed away Thursday March 31, 2016. He was born in Batavia on May 19, 1957 to Robert B. Hess of Batavia and the late Beverly (Shadbolt) Hess. J im is a graduate of Alexander Central and Genesee Community College with an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice. He just recently retired from the Town of Alexander where...

Joseph C. Skawienski

Joseph C. Skawienski

Mar 31, 2016

Joseph C. Skawienski, of Varysburg, a loving husband, father, grandfather and retired dairy farmer passed away at Wyoming County Community Hospital on Thursday March 31, 2016 at the age of 86. Joe (Jr. as he was called by some) was born in Orange County, New York in his boyhood and later his house on the family farm, in the village...

Gerald F. Snyder

Gerald F. Snyder

Mar 7, 2016

Gerald F. Snyder, 47, of Attica passed away peacefully on March 7, 2016 at his home. He was born June 26, 1968 in Batavia, New York to Ronald (Luella Hough) Snyder Sr. of Elba. Gerald Snyder was known as a loving father for his sons since day one. He enjoyed working with his sons and friends in the Drywall business....

Jacqueline K. Pope

Jacqueline K. Pope

Feb 29, 2016

Jacqueline K. Pope, 71, formerly of Pavilion, passed away peacefully, Monday, February 29th at the Wyoming County Nursing Facility where she resided. Born April 17, 1944 in Batavia, New York to the late Reginald (Edith Richardson) Shepard. She married Lawrence W. Pope, Jr. on July 17, 1971 in Leroy, New York who preceded her in death on October 26, 2003....

Donald C. Almeter

Donald C. Almeter

Feb 25, 2016

Donald C. Almeter, 92, of Varysburg formerly of North Java, entered heaven peacefully Thursday February 25, 2016 at Elderwood Nursing Home in Cheektowaga. Donald was born July 28, 1923 in North Java, New York to the late Edward J. (Josephine Seewaldt) Almeter. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 59 years, Glenora E. (Perry) Almeter and brothers...

Donald "Donnie" Edward  Merlau

Donald "Donnie" Edward Merlau

Feb 23, 2016

Donald “Donnie” Edward Merlau, 56, of Cowlesville, NY passed away on Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at the Geneseo IRA. Donald was born December 15, 1959 at Mercy Hospital in Buffalo, NY. He was the second child and first son of Herbert Hartman and Mary Ann Merlau of Dunnellon, Florida. Donnie enjoyed participating in his daily household tasks, going out for...

Anna M. Foeller

Anna M. Foeller

Feb 14, 2016

Anna M. Foeller of Alexander, passed away Sunday February 14, 2016 at the Teresa House in Geneseo at the age of 102. Anna was born in Buffalo on December 14, 1913 to the late Charles L. and Louise (Tamlin) Armstrong. She is predeceased by her husband Richard Foeller in 1977, grandson David Foeller in 1984 and sister Louise Brickel. Anna...

Mary Louise Clark

Mary Louise Clark

Feb 7, 2016

Mary Louise Clark, 70, of Varysburg passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday February 7, 2016 at Cross Roads Hospice. She was born March 24, 1945 in Medina, New York to the late Clifford (Mary Stadel) Sipple. Mary Louise, originally from Medina, NY, was a Family Support Assistant for Cattaraugus and Wyoming Counties. She loved her...

Donald L. Norton

Donald L. Norton

Feb 5, 2016

Donald L. Norton, 86, of West Bethany passed away Friday February 5, 2016 at Crossroads House in Batavia surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Bethany, NY on August 30, 1929 a son of the late Jesse and Ethel (Tapp) Norton. Donald is predeceased by his wife Marlene (Burg) Norton who passed away July 2, 1994 and his...

Elsa Ortiz

Elsa Ortiz

Feb 5, 2016

Elsa Ortiz, 88, formerly of New York City where she lived until moving to the nursing home in January of this year, passed away peacefully on Friday February 5, 2016 at Orchard Manor Nursing Home in Medina. She was born April 21, 1927 in San-German, Puerto Rico to the late Louis (Monserrate Alvarez) Ramirez Gomez. She is preceded in death...

Samuel C.  Norris

Samuel C. Norris

Feb 4, 2016

Samuel C. Norris, 91, of Batavia, (formally of Alexander), passed away in his home, after a brief illness on February 4, 2016. He was born on December 30, 1924 in Welland, Ontario, Canada, the son of the late Samuel J. and May (Rogers) Norris. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Janette (Edwards) Norris, who died April 10, 2009. He...

Charles G. Post

Charles G. Post

Feb 3, 2016

Mr. Charles G. Post, 86, of Darien Center, a Korean War Army Veteran died on Wednesday February 3, 2016 at the NYS Veterans Home @ Batavia. He was born February 7, 1929 in Rochester, NY, the son of the late Grant and Bertha (Scott) Post. Charles is predeceased by his wife, June (Woy) Post, who passed away on December 28,...

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