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Local obituaries for Batavia, New York and surrounding areas
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Samuel Duane Ferris
Jun 3, 2026
Alabama - Samuel Duane Ferris, 53, passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2026 at Rochester General Hospital, surrounded by family.
Born on November 23, 1972 in Batavia, Samuel lived a life marked by love, dedication, humor, and kindness. He was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend who touched the lives of everyone who knew him.
He is survived by the...
Thomas R. Schmieder Sr.
Jun 25, 2025
Alexander - Thomas R. Schmieder, Sr., 67 of Alexander passed away unexpectedly on June 25, 2025 at his home.Thomas was born September 28, 1957 in Batavia, a son of Janet (Cortwright) Schmieder of Attica and the late George Schmieder, Jr.Surviving are his son, Thomas Schmieder, Jr; siblings, Karen (Pat Vides) Schmieder, Marian Smith, Lori Modafferi, Daniel Schmieder, and Gary (Molly)...
Braad Brooks
May 20, 2026
Oakfield - Braad Brooks, age 74, passed away at his home on May 20, 2026.He was born on October 10, 1951, in Batavia a son of the late Wilfred S. and Juanita A. Thomas Brooks.A lifetime resident of Oakfield, he was employed at My-T Acres in Batavia for many years. Braad enjoyed cooking and loved his cats.He is survived by...
Marianne Cupler
May 31, 2026
Marianne (Easton) Cupler, 66, of Wyoming, New York, passed away suddenly on May 31, 2026. She was born on October 18, 1959, in Batavia, daughter of the late Wilbur and Julia (Mickolaczyk) Easton.
Marianne was a woman with an open heart who welcomed everyone she met with kindness and compassion. She was always willing to lend a helping hand, especially to...
Carol Shellman Wright
Jan 26, 2026
Carol S. Wright passed away on January 26, 2026 at the age of 95. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 73 years Donald A Wright. She leaves behind (2) daughters Lynn (Lou) Spiotti, Jan (Jeff) Langswager as well as (4) grandchildren Chris (Paige) Langswager, Nick (Elizabeth) Langswager, Kristen (Mike) Tompkins, Lisa (Billy) Johnsen, (7) great-grandchildren, and many nieces...
Richard C. Smith
Jun 1, 2026
Richard C. Smith, aged 59, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026.
Richard was born on March 5, 1967 in Lockport, son to Colleen K. Smith.
He had many fond memories of growing up on Edward Street in Batavia and made many lifelong friends there. Richard was honored to have spent much of his life being a coach to many...
Pauline May Crossett
Jun 4, 2026
Pauline May Crossett passed away peacefully at home on June 4th, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 28, 1941, in Seaford, Delaware the fourth daughter of Viola (Bartz) Shattuck and Mervin Shattuck. Pauline shared stories of how she was her father's favorite and how he always carried her around on a pillow.
Because her family...
Karyle Smith
May 31, 2026
Karyle Leanne (Mierke) Smith of Elba, peacefully entered her eternal garden of rest on May 31st, 2026, at the age of 82. Born December 29th, 1943, to Harold Francis and Luella Mary (Bastian) Mierke of Lyons, NY.
Karyle is survived by her children Shawn (Donna) Lane, Michele (Frank) Maniaci, Patrick (Debra) Lane, David (Denise) Morse, Francis (Patricia) Smith, Brian (Sue) Smith,...
Barbara Ann Greenbaum
May 28, 2026
Barbara Ann (Platt) Greenbaum, 73, of Batavia, New York, passed away on May 28, 2026, at Crossroads House in Batavia, surrounded by her family. She was born on May 3, 1953, in Batavia, the same community she would call home throughout her life.
Barbara was the daughter of Robert and Mildred (Foote) Platt, who preceded her in death. She was a...
Barbara R. Manes
May 28, 2026
Barbara Ruth Manes passed away peacefully on May 28th 2026 on her 85th birthday.
She was a loving mother to Debbie, Glenn (Lisa), Chris (Candy), and Timothy (Molly), devoted wife to James, and adoring grandmother to Brittany, Chris, Julianna, Stormi and Owen. Her greatest joys were her 9 great-grandchildren Peyton, Aliyah, and Camilla (Chris and Zaneta Manes) Shea (Britt and...
Daniel Peter Trendel
May 27, 2026
Batavia - Daniel Peter Trendel, 82, of Batavia, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center.He was born on August 20, 1943 in Batavia, son of the late Walter Trendel, Sr. and Eileen Murtaugh Trendel.Dan proudly served his country from 1961-1963 in the United States Army and worked at the New York State School for the...
Shirley Ann Taylor
May 26, 2026
On May 26, 2026, Shirley Taylor was taken to the Lord.
She was born February 22, 1950 In Batavia, daughter of the late Albin and Helen (Macugowski) Simonds.
Shirley loved life and could always be heard laughing. She always had a positive attitude.
She owned and operated her own Hair Salon in her home for years. Her clients were like family to her....
Jeanette Moss
May 20, 2026
Jeanette (Jan) Moss, 73, of Batavia, NY, passed away on May 20, 2026, at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia, NY.
Jeanette was born on February 6, 1953, in Rochester, NY, to the late Edwin and Lucille (Folts) Beach.
Jan loved animals and found her greatest joy in spending time with her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking hearty meals for those...
Nicholas J. Galvani
May 14, 2026
Basom - Nicholas J. Galvani, 77 of Basom, passed away Thursday (May 14, 2026) at his home under the care of HomeCare & Hospice and his loving family.Nicholas was born April 14, 1949 in Suffern, New York, a son of the late Teno and Josephine (Simpson) Galvani.Nick loved to spend time with family and friends. He loved to go hunting...
Daniel G. Cherry, Sr.
May 10, 2026
Daniel Cherry, Sr., age 64, passed away on May 10, 2026, at his home in Batavia.Daniel was born in Columbus, Ohio to the late Donald Wiehle of Arizona and Linda Nickson of Oakfield. Later adopted by Richard Cherry Sr. Daniel had a great love of camping and the outdoors as well as a deep passion for the arts. His love...
Fred Lewis Smith
May 9, 2026
Fred Lewis Smith, 93, of Elba and formerly of Bergen, passed away on May 9, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia after a brief illness.
Fred was born on June 19, 1932 in Avon NY to the late Louis W. and Lula P. (Hardy) Smith and grew up in Pavilion NY.
Fred proudly served as former president of the Wyoming...
Richard D. Yunker
May 7, 2026
Richard Yunker, 94, of Oakfield, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, at his home.
He was born September 23, 1931, the sixth of eight children of William and Mary (Holihan) Yunker. (He always wondered what would have happened if his parents stopped after five.)
Richard had a questionable academic start, having to repeat kindergarten, but later excelled-scoring 99% on...
Bonnie L. Brinkman
May 4, 2026
Bergen - Bonnie L. Brinkman, age 83, passed away at Hildebrandt Hospice in Rochester following a brief illness.She was born on August 20, 1942 in Rochester, a daughter of the late Kenneth and Lorraine Clark Gough.A graduate of the former Bryant & Stratton College in Rochester, Bonnie worked in their Business Office for 15 years. A faithful member of Bergen...
Theresa C. Irrera
May 4, 2026
Batavia - Theresa C. Irrera, age 94, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 4, 2026, at United Memorial Medical Center. She was born on April 22, 1932, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Joseph A. and Sarah (Guzzetta) Gerace.
Theresa lived her entire life in the Batavia community she loved so dearly. She was a hardworking woman who spent...
Wilbur F. Easton
May 4, 2026
Oakfield - Wilber F. Easton, age 103, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026 at his home under the care of HomeCare & Hospice.He was born on November 20, 1922, in Alabama, NY, son of the late Floyd Easton and Mary "Tillie" Ferris Easton.He was a devoted member of St. Cecilia's Church in Oakfield and proudly served his country as...
Samuel Duane Ferris
Jun 3, 2026
Alabama - Samuel Duane Ferris, 53, passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2026 at Rochester General Hospital, surrounded by family.
Born on November 23, 1972 in Batavia, Samuel lived a life marked by love, dedication, humor, and kindness. He was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend who touched the lives of everyone who knew him.
He is survived by the...
Thomas R. Schmieder Sr.
Jun 25, 2025
Alexander - Thomas R. Schmieder, Sr., 67 of Alexander passed away unexpectedly on June 25, 2025 at his home.Thomas was born September 28, 1957 in Batavia, a son of Janet (Cortwright) Schmieder of Attica and the late George Schmieder, Jr.Surviving are his son, Thomas Schmieder, Jr; siblings, Karen (Pat Vides) Schmieder, Marian Smith, Lori Modafferi, Daniel Schmieder, and Gary (Molly)...
Braad Brooks
May 20, 2026
Oakfield - Braad Brooks, age 74, passed away at his home on May 20, 2026.He was born on October 10, 1951, in Batavia a son of the late Wilfred S. and Juanita A. Thomas Brooks.A lifetime resident of Oakfield, he was employed at My-T Acres in Batavia for many years. Braad enjoyed cooking and loved his cats.He is survived by...
Marianne Cupler
May 31, 2026
Marianne (Easton) Cupler, 66, of Wyoming, New York, passed away suddenly on May 31, 2026. She was born on October 18, 1959, in Batavia, daughter of the late Wilbur and Julia (Mickolaczyk) Easton.
Marianne was a woman with an open heart who welcomed everyone she met with kindness and compassion. She was always willing to lend a helping hand, especially to...
Carol Shellman Wright
Jan 26, 2026
Carol S. Wright passed away on January 26, 2026 at the age of 95. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 73 years Donald A Wright. She leaves behind (2) daughters Lynn (Lou) Spiotti, Jan (Jeff) Langswager as well as (4) grandchildren Chris (Paige) Langswager, Nick (Elizabeth) Langswager, Kristen (Mike) Tompkins, Lisa (Billy) Johnsen, (7) great-grandchildren, and many nieces...
Richard C. Smith
Jun 1, 2026
Richard C. Smith, aged 59, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026.
Richard was born on March 5, 1967 in Lockport, son to Colleen K. Smith.
He had many fond memories of growing up on Edward Street in Batavia and made many lifelong friends there. Richard was honored to have spent much of his life being a coach to many...
Pauline May Crossett
Jun 4, 2026
Pauline May Crossett passed away peacefully at home on June 4th, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 28, 1941, in Seaford, Delaware the fourth daughter of Viola (Bartz) Shattuck and Mervin Shattuck. Pauline shared stories of how she was her father's favorite and how he always carried her around on a pillow.
Because her family...
Karyle Smith
May 31, 2026
Karyle Leanne (Mierke) Smith of Elba, peacefully entered her eternal garden of rest on May 31st, 2026, at the age of 82. Born December 29th, 1943, to Harold Francis and Luella Mary (Bastian) Mierke of Lyons, NY.
Karyle is survived by her children Shawn (Donna) Lane, Michele (Frank) Maniaci, Patrick (Debra) Lane, David (Denise) Morse, Francis (Patricia) Smith, Brian (Sue) Smith,...
Barbara Ann Greenbaum
May 28, 2026
Barbara Ann (Platt) Greenbaum, 73, of Batavia, New York, passed away on May 28, 2026, at Crossroads House in Batavia, surrounded by her family. She was born on May 3, 1953, in Batavia, the same community she would call home throughout her life.
Barbara was the daughter of Robert and Mildred (Foote) Platt, who preceded her in death. She was a...
Barbara R. Manes
May 28, 2026
Barbara Ruth Manes passed away peacefully on May 28th 2026 on her 85th birthday.
She was a loving mother to Debbie, Glenn (Lisa), Chris (Candy), and Timothy (Molly), devoted wife to James, and adoring grandmother to Brittany, Chris, Julianna, Stormi and Owen. Her greatest joys were her 9 great-grandchildren Peyton, Aliyah, and Camilla (Chris and Zaneta Manes) Shea (Britt and...
Daniel Peter Trendel
May 27, 2026
Batavia - Daniel Peter Trendel, 82, of Batavia, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center.He was born on August 20, 1943 in Batavia, son of the late Walter Trendel, Sr. and Eileen Murtaugh Trendel.Dan proudly served his country from 1961-1963 in the United States Army and worked at the New York State School for the...
Shirley Ann Taylor
May 26, 2026
On May 26, 2026, Shirley Taylor was taken to the Lord.
She was born February 22, 1950 In Batavia, daughter of the late Albin and Helen (Macugowski) Simonds.
Shirley loved life and could always be heard laughing. She always had a positive attitude.
She owned and operated her own Hair Salon in her home for years. Her clients were like family to her....
Jeanette Moss
May 20, 2026
Jeanette (Jan) Moss, 73, of Batavia, NY, passed away on May 20, 2026, at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia, NY.
Jeanette was born on February 6, 1953, in Rochester, NY, to the late Edwin and Lucille (Folts) Beach.
Jan loved animals and found her greatest joy in spending time with her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking hearty meals for those...
Nicholas J. Galvani
May 14, 2026
Basom - Nicholas J. Galvani, 77 of Basom, passed away Thursday (May 14, 2026) at his home under the care of HomeCare & Hospice and his loving family.Nicholas was born April 14, 1949 in Suffern, New York, a son of the late Teno and Josephine (Simpson) Galvani.Nick loved to spend time with family and friends. He loved to go hunting...
Daniel G. Cherry, Sr.
May 10, 2026
Daniel Cherry, Sr., age 64, passed away on May 10, 2026, at his home in Batavia.Daniel was born in Columbus, Ohio to the late Donald Wiehle of Arizona and Linda Nickson of Oakfield. Later adopted by Richard Cherry Sr. Daniel had a great love of camping and the outdoors as well as a deep passion for the arts. His love...
Fred Lewis Smith
May 9, 2026
Fred Lewis Smith, 93, of Elba and formerly of Bergen, passed away on May 9, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia after a brief illness.
Fred was born on June 19, 1932 in Avon NY to the late Louis W. and Lula P. (Hardy) Smith and grew up in Pavilion NY.
Fred proudly served as former president of the Wyoming...
Richard D. Yunker
May 7, 2026
Richard Yunker, 94, of Oakfield, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, at his home.
He was born September 23, 1931, the sixth of eight children of William and Mary (Holihan) Yunker. (He always wondered what would have happened if his parents stopped after five.)
Richard had a questionable academic start, having to repeat kindergarten, but later excelled-scoring 99% on...
Bonnie L. Brinkman
May 4, 2026
Bergen - Bonnie L. Brinkman, age 83, passed away at Hildebrandt Hospice in Rochester following a brief illness.She was born on August 20, 1942 in Rochester, a daughter of the late Kenneth and Lorraine Clark Gough.A graduate of the former Bryant & Stratton College in Rochester, Bonnie worked in their Business Office for 15 years. A faithful member of Bergen...
Theresa C. Irrera
May 4, 2026
Batavia - Theresa C. Irrera, age 94, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 4, 2026, at United Memorial Medical Center. She was born on April 22, 1932, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Joseph A. and Sarah (Guzzetta) Gerace.
Theresa lived her entire life in the Batavia community she loved so dearly. She was a hardworking woman who spent...
Wilbur F. Easton
May 4, 2026
Oakfield - Wilber F. Easton, age 103, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026 at his home under the care of HomeCare & Hospice.He was born on November 20, 1922, in Alabama, NY, son of the late Floyd Easton and Mary "Tillie" Ferris Easton.He was a devoted member of St. Cecilia's Church in Oakfield and proudly served his country as...
