Obituaries

Susan M. Tucker

Susan M. Tucker

Dec 24, 2024

Age 70, of Arcade, Passed away on December 24, 2024 at Buffalo General Hospital.

She was born on May 13, 1954 in Warsaw, daughter of the late Clifford and Hellen Cortox Mower. Susan married her, now late husband of fifty years, Kevin Tucker Sr., shortly after high school and was more than happy to be a homemaker for her family. Her...

Frances E. Hill-Bush, M.S., N.P.

Frances E. Hill-Bush, M.S., N.P.

Dec 24, 2024

Age 73, of Pike, passed away on December 24, 2024 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester.

Fran was born on March 22, 1951 in Ohsweken, Ontario on the Six Nations of Grand River Territory to the Late Vernon and Hazel (Gibson) Hill. Predeceased by siblings, Erma, Guy, Loretta, Joyce, Ken (Floydy), Terry, Annette (Goat), Gene (Jub), Roger and very special friends,...

Hugh D. Chamberlain, Jr.

Hugh D. Chamberlain, Jr.

Dec 17, 2024

Hugh David Chamberlain, Jr., 96, of Warsaw, New York died peacefully in the presence of family on December 17, 2024.

Hugh was a child of the Great Depression born to Hugh David and Winnifred Chamberlain on January 3, 1928. Hugh was affectionately nicknamed Tint by his Uncle Don who upon seeing him for the first time remarked “He is a little...

Henry G. Schafer

Henry G. Schafer

Dec 17, 2024

Age 93, of Warsaw, passed away at his home on December 17, 2024.

He was born on June 15, 1931 in Rochester, son of the late Henry and Klara Griffin Schafer. Henry graduated from St. John Fisher University in 1955, the Pioneer class. He successfully achieved a Bachelor Degree in Accounting. Upon graduation, he worked at Mallory Timers before enlisting in...

Matthew A. Roberts

Matthew A. Roberts

Dec 15, 2024

Age 63, of Castile, passed away on December 15, 2024 at Strong Memorial Hospital.

He was born on January 18, 1961 in Cuba, NY, son of Wayne and Florence Nevinger Roberts. Matt worked for many years as a corrections officer at Groveland Correctional Facility. He enjoyed boating, going for motorcycle rides, and playing soccer, both in his youth and as an...

Rose Mary Marr

Rose Mary Marr

Dec 15, 2024

Age 89, of Warsaw, passed away on December 15, 2024 at her home in Warsaw.

She was born on May 26, 1935, in Melrose, MA, daughter of the late William and Margaret Theresa Reiley Marr. After graduating high school, Rose Mary worked for many years at the Milford Regional Hospital in Milford, MA. She enjoyed working on jigsaw and crossword puzzles...

Howard C. Wood Jr.

Howard C. Wood Jr.

Dec 11, 2024

Age 92, of Warsaw, passed away on December 11, 2024 at the Wyoming County Community Hospital.

He was born on October 31, 1932 in Pike, son of the late Howard and Emma Burbidge Wood Sr. Howard was a 1950 graduate of Letchworth Central School. Before becoming a corrections officer in 1958, Howard worked for a farm in Sheldon and for Sylvania...

Karen Kasprzyk

Karen Kasprzyk

Dec 9, 2024

Age 78, of Bliss, passed away on December 9, 2024 at the Eastside Nursing Facility in Warsaw.

She was born July 6, 1946, daughter of the late Ken and Florence Burns VanWagner. Karen loved horses and the color red. She also enjoyed talking on the phone with friends and celebrating in the joys of those she loved.

Along with her parents, Karen...

Boris Gaidasz

Boris Gaidasz

Dec 6, 2024

Boris Gaidasz, 85, of Warsaw (formerly Mount Morris), passed away peacefully at the Wyoming County Skilled Nursing Facility, surrounded by his family.

He is predeceased by both his parents, Matrona and Stefan; his siblings, Ala (Frederico) Tortolero, Lina (Teodor) Pystrak, and George (Carmen) Gaidasz; a grandaughter, Allie Vose; with a special acknowledgement of the prior passing of dear best friends, Leo...

Marguerite "Joy" Nocera

Marguerite "Joy" Nocera

Nov 18, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Marguerite “Joy” (Wilyat) Nocera announces her passing on Monday, November 18, 2024 at the age of 95.

Joy will be lovingly remembered and missed by her daughters, Deborah (James) Adamo and Karen (Thomas) DeSeyn; grandchildren, Kara (Jeremy) Stringer, Tracy (Josh) Shail, James (Julie) Adamo, David (Elina) Adamo and Krista (Scott) Quick; 9...

Sally Meegan

Sally Meegan

Nov 16, 2024

Age 84 of Silver Springs, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, November 16, 2024.

Sally was born October 7, 1940, in Andover, NY to Dean B. and Mary E. (McQueen) Satterlee.

A graduate of Letchworth Central High School's Class of 1958, Sally attended Bryant & Stratton College in Buffalo, NY, where she met her husband. They married on May...

Paul "Curly" C. Riber

Paul "Curly" C. Riber

Nov 16, 2024

Age 90, of Varysburg, passed away on November 16, 2024 at Wyoming County Community Hospital.

He was born on July 31, 1934 in Varysburg, son of the late Clarence and Helen Lewis Riber. After graduating from high school, Paul served in the United States Army and then went on to work for thirty-four years as a corrections officer at Attica Correctional...

James M. Hubbard

James M. Hubbard

Nov 15, 2024

Age 66, of Bliss, passed away November 15, 2024 at Roswell Cancer Institute after battling lung cancer.

He was born January 27, 1958, in Hornell, NY. Son of Elizabeth McVey Hubbard and the late Milton Hubbard. Jim was a graduate of Rushford Central School and he worked for Don Beck Inc., Broughton Farm, and TPi Arcade. Jim was a farmer at...

Arlene C. Cline

Arlene C. Cline

Nov 10, 2024

Wethersfield - Arlene C. Cline, 72 of Wethersfield passed away on Sunday, (November 10, 2024) at her home. Ms. Cline was born January 28, 1952 in Hornell, a daughter of the late Carl and Lucy (Cone) Cline. Arlene worked for many years for Morton Salt prior to her retirement. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her family. Most of...

Elizabeth Margaret Bumbacher

Elizabeth Margaret Bumbacher

Nov 10, 2024

Wethersfield - Elizabeth "Betty" Margaret Bumbacher, 95 of Wethersfield passed away on Sunday, (November 10, 2024) at her home under the care of HomeCare & Hospice and her loving family. Mrs. Bumbacher was born April 15, 1929 in Warsaw, a daughter of the late Francis and Emma (Bosseler) Kersch. Betty was a lifelong parishioner of the former St. Nicholas Church...

Donna Ketchum

Donna Ketchum

Nov 9, 2024

Bliss - Donna Ketchum, 87 of Bliss passed away on Saturday, (November 9, 2024) at Wyoming County Nursing Facility in Warsaw. Mrs. Ketchum was born June 30, 1937 in Sidney, New York a daughter of the late Rebert Garrison and the late Ethlyn (late Kenneth Sr.) Giles Garrison Lent. Donna was a member of the New Beginnings Fellowship Church in...

William "Bill" N. Safford, Sr.

William "Bill" N. Safford, Sr.

Nov 5, 2024

Age 90, of Gainesville NY passed away peacefully on November 5, 2024 at home surrounded by family.

William was born in Warsaw on August 13, 1934, son of the late Cardinal and Mildred Campbell Safford.

William loved and lived in the cabin he built with logs that were harvested from the property and cut on his own sawmill. The family have many...

Connie S. Norton

Connie S. Norton

Nov 4, 2024

Connie Sue Norton, a cherished resident of Wyoming, NY, passed away peacefully at her home at the age of 64. Born in Dansville, NY, to Geneva and Ben Main, Connie spent her life building a legacy of love, community, and dedication.

Connie attended Perry High School, where she was active on the volleyball team, and later became deeply involved in the...

Sidney D. Broughton

Sidney D. Broughton

Nov 3, 2024

November 25, 1949 - November 03, 2024

Sidney “Sid” Broughton (74) of Silver Springs, New York passed away peacefully on November 3rd, 2024, with loving family by his side, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Sid was born November 25, 1949, in Warsaw NY to Merritt W. Jr. and Helen (Chamberlain) Broughton. His childhood, spent alongside his older brothers on the family...

Donna J. Merrell

Donna J. Merrell

Oct 30, 2024

Age 77, of Pavilion, passed away on October 30, 2024 at the LeRoy Manor in LeRoy.

She was born on April 24, 1947, daughter of the late Alvin and Jean Granten Rathbun. Donna was an avid reader and enjoyed gardening. She also liked to cook and sew.

Along with her parents, Donna is predeceased by her husband, Kale Merrell.

She is survived by...

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