Obituaries

James M. Durkee

James M. Durkee

May 15, 2017

James M. Durkee, 73, of Attica passed away peacefully at home on May 15, 2017 with his loving wife by his side. He was born on March 27, 1944 in Buffalo to the late Ray and Emily (Stroka) Durkee. Jim loved to do wood work, especially crafting the clocks that lined the walls of their home where he spent most...

Karen S. Downs

Karen S. Downs

May 14, 2017

Karen S. Downs, 74, of Attica passed away peacefully at home on May 14, 2017 with her husband and son by her side. She was born on October 20, 1942 in Kennedy, NY to Doris (Kunkel) and the late Walter Sweatman. In addition to her father, Karen is predeceased by her half-sister Beverly Leach. Karen loved running and cycling. Most...

Muriel Ruth "Merle"  Willard

Muriel Ruth "Merle" Willard

May 5, 2017

Muriel Ruth “Merle” Willard, 92, of Darien Center passed away peacefully at home on Friday May 5, 2017 under the care of hospice and her loving family. She was born in Attica on October 22, 1924 to the late Arthur and Delia (Seufert) Suess. Mrs. Willard is predeceased by her husband Donald E. Willard; brothers Richard, Robert, Irving, Norman and...

Willis R. Teachen

Willis R. Teachen

May 4, 2017

Willis R. Teachen, 92, of Darien Center passed away peacefully on Thursday May 4, 2017. He was born on June 1, 1924 in Bennington to the late Roy and Lena (Schmelzle) Teachen. Willis was a graduate of Alexander Central School, employed by G.L.F. Coop, Batavia Bus Lines, and became a bus driver for Empire Trailways, retiring in 1986. He enjoyed...

Peter C. Rademacher

Peter C. Rademacher

Apr 28, 2017

Peter C. Rademacher, 63, of Attica passed away suddenly at his home on Friday April 28, 2017. He was born on September 19, 1953 in Buffalo to the late Francis and Millicent (Van Yserloo) Rademacher. He is also predeceased by his brother Mark Rademacher. Peter Charles Rademacher, affectionately known as ‘Big Pete’ was the fourth of ten children and grew...

John  D. "Jack"  Mccarthy

John D. "Jack" Mccarthy

Apr 21, 2017

John D. “Jack” McCarthy, 86, of Alexander passed away peacefully on Friday April 21, 2017 at the United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. He was born in Dansville on January 29, 1931 to the late John M. and Ethel (Blausius) McCarthy. In addition to his parents, Jack is predeceased by his brother William Schaff and grandson David McCarthy. Jack was...

Mary  Jane  Reding

Mary Jane Reding

Apr 19, 2017

Mary Jane Reding, 94, of Attica passed away on Wednesday April 19, 2017 at the Wyoming County Community Hospital in Warsaw. She was born in Buffalo on October 12, 1922 to the late John and Clara (Maurer) Roetzer. She is survived by her loving husband of over 73 years Edmund Reding of Attica; children Thomas (Rita) Reding of South Byron,...

Sally  Ann Kmicinski

Sally Ann Kmicinski

Apr 19, 2017

Sally Ann (Reisdorf) Kmicinski, 75, of North Java passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday April 19, 2017 after spending a lovely Easter surrounded by her sister, her children and her grandchildren. She was born on October 2, 1941 to the late Charles and Edith Reisdorf. In addition to her parents, Sally is predeceased by her husband Charles Kmicinski and sister Lesa...

Shirley A.  Ellsworth

Shirley A. Ellsworth

Apr 12, 2017

Shirley A. Ellsworth, 82, of Attica passed away on her beloved mother’s birthday, April 12, 2017 at home surrounded by family. She was born on August 5, 1934 in Elmira to the late Frederick and Thelma (Ball) Redner. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband Paul Ellsworth; brother Frederick Redner and sister Arlene Harris. Shirley worked...

Norma J. Morris

Norma J. Morris

Apr 7, 2017

Norma J. Morris, 81, of Varysburg passed away on Friday April 7, 2017 at Mercy Hospital in Buffalo. She was born on October 12, 1935 in Orchard Park to the late Norman and Grace (Devel) Sieg. In addition to her parents, Norma is predeceased by her husband Walter Morris. She is survived by her brother; Doug (Katherine) Sieg; niece Shelly...

David A. Kubala

David A. Kubala

Mar 24, 2017

David A. Kubala, 59, of Attica passed away on Friday March 24, 2017 at his home. He was born on September 22, 1957 to the late Henry Kubala Sr. and Catherine (Carpenter) Kubala of Attica. David will be remembered as an avid hockey and football fan. He also enjoyed a good horseshoe game, bonfires and a cold beer. In addition...

Ricky L.  Slusser

Ricky L. Slusser

Mar 17, 2017

Ricky L. Slusser , Age 62, of Perry passed away on March 18, 2017. He was born in Warsaw, NY on March 24, 1954 to the late Paul and Elizabeth Jean (Casselberry) Slusser. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Cathy A. (Breeser) Slusser. This year would have marked 44 years of marriage. Along with his wife and...

Charles V. Arnold

Charles V. Arnold

Mar 14, 2017

Charles V. Arnold, 71, of Bennington, NY passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on March 14, 2017 at the Batavia VA. He was born June 22, 1945 in Batavia, NY to the late George & Clara (Brightenfield) Arnold. In addition to his parents, Charlie is preceded in death by his brother, George. Charlie ended his career working at Perry's...

Joseph D. Snyder

Joseph D. Snyder

Mar 8, 2017

Joseph D. Snyder, 68 of Alexander, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his daughters, on Wednesday March 8, 2017 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. He was born January 3, 1949 in Batavia, to the late Casper “Jim” (Josephine Hendricks) Snyder. The youngest of seven, Joe is preceded in death by siblings David, Norman (Elsie) Snyder; brothers-in-law Joseph Mazur and Chuck...

Eleanor L. (Nee Button, Kreutter) Barber

Eleanor L. (Nee Button, Kreutter) Barber

Mar 2, 2017

Eleanor L. (nee Button, Kreutter) Barber, 92 of Cowlesville, passed away peacefully on Thursday March 2, 2017 at Seneca Health Care Center in West Seneca. She was born February 11, 1925 in Franklinville, NY to the late Leon (Lavina Wheeler) Button. Mrs. Barber is preceded in death by her beloved husbands James A. Kreutter and George F. Barber; brothers Donald,...

Donald  Edward Wagner

Donald Edward Wagner

Feb 22, 2017

Donald Edward Wagner, 84 of Attica, passed away peacefully on Wednesday February 22, 2017. Mr. Wagner was born in Milton, Pennsylvania, September 16, 1932. Mr. Wagner was predeceased by his 2 sons, Donald Jr. “Chipper” and Christopher. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Moya nee Hollenbeck, two daughters, Lisa and Laurie, 6 grandchildren, 1 great-granddaughter and his...

Carol  D. Merrill

Carol D. Merrill

Feb 19, 2017

Carol D. Merrill, 86 of Darien Center, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 19, 2017 at Buffalo General Hospital. She was born March 21, 1930 in Pavilion to the late W. Elton (Mabel Jones) Duguid. Mrs. Merrill is preceded in death by her husband Robert Merrill and sister Joyce Anchor. Mrs. Merrill worked 30 years as a Supervisor for Genesee...

John  E. O'Neil

John E. O'Neil

Feb 7, 2017

John E. O’Neil, 86, of Alexander passed away peacefully on Tuesday February 7, 2017 at the Batavia Health Care Center. He was born on January 8, 1931 in Corfu to the late Edward and Ann (Pundt) O’Neil. John is predeceased by his wife Margaret (Miller) O’Neil; siblings Helen Deja, Mary VanAs, Ruth Lehnis and Dorothy Baker. John will be remembered...

Randal J. Almeter

Randal J. Almeter

Feb 6, 2017

Randal J. Almeter, 49 of Attica, passed Monday on February 6, 2017 at Wyoming County Community Hospital. He was born September 27, 1967 in Warsaw to the late Bernard (Mary Rita Reisdorf) Almeter. Mr. Almeter is preceded in death by his beloved wife Gail (Perl) Almeter. Randal worked as a woodworker at Attica Lumber. He was a past member of...

Darcy Ann Slusser

Darcy Ann Slusser

Feb 4, 2017

Darcy Ann Slusser, 44, of Attica passed away on Saturday February 4, 2017 at Wyoming County Community Hospital in Warsaw. She was born in Batavia on June 30, 1972 to the late John Sanders and Bonnie (Butler) Mucher. Darcy adored her kids, loved animals and had just begun volunteering at the Wyoming County SPCA. She Loved to travel and had...