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Local obituaries for Batavia, New York and surrounding areas
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Myrna Ann Dills
Oct 29, 2026
Myrna Ann Dills, 81, of Batavia, passed away on October 29, 2026, at LeRoy Village Green Residential Health Care Facility, LeRoy, NY.
Myrna was born on August 23, 1945 in Batavia, A daughter of the Late Ellsworth Bridge and the late Marguerite (Richenburg) Bridge, and sister of the late Morris (L. Lillian) Bridge.
Myrna shared 60 beautiful years of marriage with her...
Terri Steger
Oct 26, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Terri Elizabeth Steger, 65, of Bethany, who passed away at her home on October 26, 2026.
Born on August 23, 1961, in Batavia, Terri was the daughter of Robert Musshafen and the late Elizabeth "Betty" (Knickerbocker) Musshafen.
Terri worked at Le Roy Animal Hospital, where her friendly personality and willingness...
Rodney Lynn Mosier
Oct 28, 2026
Elba - Rodney L. Mosier, age 76, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at his home, under Hospice care, after a long battle with cancer.He was born on July 14, 1950 in Batavia, son of the late Clayton and Audrey Berg Mosier.A graduate of Pembroke Central School, he dedicated three decades of his working life as a school bus...
Shelly Amico
Oct 28, 2026
Shelly Amico, 70, of LeRoy, passed away on October 28, 2026, at LeRoy Village Green Residential Health Care Facility, LeRoy, NY.
Shelly was born on March 30, 1956, in Williamsport, PA, A daughter of the Late Max C. Wood Sr. and Shirley (Pequignot) Clark.
After graduating from high school, Shelly dedicated many years of her life to custodial care at Hilltop Industries...
Erwin J. Stokes Sr.
Oct 26, 2026
Batavia - Erwin J. Stokes, Sr., age 91, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.He was born on October 1, 1935 in Batavia, son of the late James and Maxine Edwards Stokes.An Army veteran, Erwin took great pride in his military service and had a lifelong interest in all things military. He enjoyed...
Richard Norman Boehly
Oct 23, 2026
Richard Norman Boehly, 83, of Bergen, New York, passed away at home on October 23, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Richard was born on January 26, 1943, in Rochester, New York, the son of the late Arthur and Evelyn (Gabel) Boehly.
Richard was a man of honor, integrity, humor, and many talents, whose life was defined by hard work, dedication, service,...
William D. Maragliano Sr.
Oct 23, 2026
Basom - William D. Maragliano, Sr. affectionately known as "Bill", passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026 at home.
He was born on January 24, 1965 in Buffalo, son of Carol D. Fischer Maragliano of Batavia and the late David Maragliano.
Bill worked for 35 years at Ortho Clinical Diagnostics in Rochester before retiring. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting...
Harvey James Lockhart
Oct 21, 2026
Harvey James Lockhart, affectionately known as "Man," was born on July 31, 1982, in Batavia, New York, and departed this life on October 21, 2026, at the age of 44. A beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, companion, and friend, Man will forever be remembered for his infectious laughter, larger-than-life personality, and unconditional love for family.
To know Man was to love...
Gladys Irene Cassada Dunham
Oct 20, 2026
Bryon - Gladys Irene Cassada Dunham, 97 of Byron, passed away Tuesday (October 20, 2026) at Crossroads House in Batavia.Mrs. Dunham was born March 31, 1929 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Harvey and Candace (Wood) Newcomb.Gladys was the wife of the late James S. Cassada who passed away in 1995, and the late Frederick H. Dunham who passed...
Elaine M. Bachorski
Oct 19, 2026
Stafford - Elaine M. Bachorski, age 80, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2026 at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.
Elaine was born on April 14, 1946 in North Hornell, daughter of the late Charles F. Packer and Myrtle I. Fisher Packer. She was married 47 years to the late Robert R. Bachorski.
Elaine was a dedicated businesswoman and entrepreneur who co-owned/operated...
Peter Francis Harrington
Oct 16, 2026
Peter Francis Harrington passed away surrounded by loved ones on October 16, 2026 at the age of 83. Peter was a loving husband, father, grandfather, sibling, and friend. He was a proud lieutenant of the Point Pleasant Fire Department Pea Pickers in his earlier years. Peter retired from Eastman Kodak and then attended college to be a substance abuse counselor...
Alicia Umayan Dolan
Oct 10, 2026
Alicia Umayan Dolan, 84, of Batavia, formerly of Manila, Philippines, passed away on October 10, 2026, at United Memorial Medical Center, Batavia.
Born on May 14, 1942, in Manila, Philippines, Alicia's life was forever changed when she met the love of her life, Bruce Dolan, in 1972 while he was stationed in the Philippines. Their love blossomed into a beautiful and...
Charles Joseph Neth III
Oct 9, 2026
Batavia - Charles Joseph Neth, III, age 90, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester.
He was born on March 22, 1936 in Batavia, a son of the late Charles J. Neth, Jr. and Alice Welker Neth Zeitz.
Charlie was born on a snowy Sunday in the spring of 1936, so much snow that...
George A. DiSanto
Oct 8, 2026
Batavia - George A. DiSanto, age 78, passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at the New York State Veterans Home.He was born on October 14, 1947, in Batavia, the son of the late Anthony and Splendora Moretti DiSanto.A graduate of Alfred State College, he retired from Eastman Kodak Company in Rochester after 38 proud years of dedicated service. He...
Cynthia L. Hinchey
Sep 29, 2026
Cynthia Lennon Hinchey, 78, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving husband and daughters.
Born on August 29, 1948, in Batavia, New York, Cynthia was the daughter of the late William Lennon and Kathryn Hale Lennon.
Cynthia was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who cherished her family and friends above all else....
Gerald F. Sass
Sep 29, 2026
Batavia - Gerald F. Sass, age 80, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at Premier Genesee Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing.He was born on September 16, 1946, in Batavia, son of the late Frederick L. and Viola M. Glaser Sass.He is survived by his sister, Shirley (Raymond) Stokes of East Bethany; niece, Mindy (Bruce) Anderson of Rushford and great-nieces...
Carolyn Kessler
Sep 28, 2026
Carolyn Kessler, 79, of Alexander, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 28, 2026, at her home.
She was born on April 20, 1947, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Edward and late Sophie (Wiktorski) Tydelski.
Carolyn found great joy in gardening and music, especially sharing her beautiful voice as the lead singer for bands such as Ghost Riders and Buffalo Road...
Roland R. Thompson
Sep 27, 2026
Roland R. Thompson, 85, of Basom, passed away peacefully at his home on September 27, 2026, surrounded by the place he called home.
Roland was born on July 2, 1941, in Medina, the son of the late Frank and Sylvia (Fitch) Thompson.
Roland lived a life rooted in hard work trying to fix things. He was first married to the...
Will Hampton
Sep 27, 2026
Batavia - Will Hampton, age 62, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center.He was born on November 23, 1963 in Rochester, a son of the late Will and Margaret Colburn Hampton.Will worked in housekeeping and at the café at Richmond Memorial Library through ARC GLOW. He took great pride in his work. Will loved all...
Ada James Bender
Sep 22, 2026
Ada James Bender passed away wrapped closely in the arms of her Mom and Dad on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Golisano Children's Hospital of Buffalo.
Ada is the daughter of Joshua and Eliza (Vacanti) Bender. She was born on January 20, 2026, in Buffalo. Ada enjoyed snuggling, playing with her sister, Ruth, spending time with her family, and being outside....
Myrna Ann Dills
Oct 29, 2026
Myrna Ann Dills, 81, of Batavia, passed away on October 29, 2026, at LeRoy Village Green Residential Health Care Facility, LeRoy, NY.
Myrna was born on August 23, 1945 in Batavia, A daughter of the Late Ellsworth Bridge and the late Marguerite (Richenburg) Bridge, and sister of the late Morris (L. Lillian) Bridge.
Myrna shared 60 beautiful years of marriage with her...
Terri Steger
Oct 26, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Terri Elizabeth Steger, 65, of Bethany, who passed away at her home on October 26, 2026.
Born on August 23, 1961, in Batavia, Terri was the daughter of Robert Musshafen and the late Elizabeth "Betty" (Knickerbocker) Musshafen.
Terri worked at Le Roy Animal Hospital, where her friendly personality and willingness...
Rodney Lynn Mosier
Oct 28, 2026
Elba - Rodney L. Mosier, age 76, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at his home, under Hospice care, after a long battle with cancer.He was born on July 14, 1950 in Batavia, son of the late Clayton and Audrey Berg Mosier.A graduate of Pembroke Central School, he dedicated three decades of his working life as a school bus...
Shelly Amico
Oct 28, 2026
Shelly Amico, 70, of LeRoy, passed away on October 28, 2026, at LeRoy Village Green Residential Health Care Facility, LeRoy, NY.
Shelly was born on March 30, 1956, in Williamsport, PA, A daughter of the Late Max C. Wood Sr. and Shirley (Pequignot) Clark.
After graduating from high school, Shelly dedicated many years of her life to custodial care at Hilltop Industries...
Erwin J. Stokes Sr.
Oct 26, 2026
Batavia - Erwin J. Stokes, Sr., age 91, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.He was born on October 1, 1935 in Batavia, son of the late James and Maxine Edwards Stokes.An Army veteran, Erwin took great pride in his military service and had a lifelong interest in all things military. He enjoyed...
Richard Norman Boehly
Oct 23, 2026
Richard Norman Boehly, 83, of Bergen, New York, passed away at home on October 23, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Richard was born on January 26, 1943, in Rochester, New York, the son of the late Arthur and Evelyn (Gabel) Boehly.
Richard was a man of honor, integrity, humor, and many talents, whose life was defined by hard work, dedication, service,...
William D. Maragliano Sr.
Oct 23, 2026
Basom - William D. Maragliano, Sr. affectionately known as "Bill", passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026 at home.
He was born on January 24, 1965 in Buffalo, son of Carol D. Fischer Maragliano of Batavia and the late David Maragliano.
Bill worked for 35 years at Ortho Clinical Diagnostics in Rochester before retiring. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting...
Harvey James Lockhart
Oct 21, 2026
Harvey James Lockhart, affectionately known as "Man," was born on July 31, 1982, in Batavia, New York, and departed this life on October 21, 2026, at the age of 44. A beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, companion, and friend, Man will forever be remembered for his infectious laughter, larger-than-life personality, and unconditional love for family.
To know Man was to love...
Gladys Irene Cassada Dunham
Oct 20, 2026
Bryon - Gladys Irene Cassada Dunham, 97 of Byron, passed away Tuesday (October 20, 2026) at Crossroads House in Batavia.Mrs. Dunham was born March 31, 1929 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Harvey and Candace (Wood) Newcomb.Gladys was the wife of the late James S. Cassada who passed away in 1995, and the late Frederick H. Dunham who passed...
Elaine M. Bachorski
Oct 19, 2026
Stafford - Elaine M. Bachorski, age 80, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2026 at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.
Elaine was born on April 14, 1946 in North Hornell, daughter of the late Charles F. Packer and Myrtle I. Fisher Packer. She was married 47 years to the late Robert R. Bachorski.
Elaine was a dedicated businesswoman and entrepreneur who co-owned/operated...
Peter Francis Harrington
Oct 16, 2026
Peter Francis Harrington passed away surrounded by loved ones on October 16, 2026 at the age of 83. Peter was a loving husband, father, grandfather, sibling, and friend. He was a proud lieutenant of the Point Pleasant Fire Department Pea Pickers in his earlier years. Peter retired from Eastman Kodak and then attended college to be a substance abuse counselor...
Alicia Umayan Dolan
Oct 10, 2026
Alicia Umayan Dolan, 84, of Batavia, formerly of Manila, Philippines, passed away on October 10, 2026, at United Memorial Medical Center, Batavia.
Born on May 14, 1942, in Manila, Philippines, Alicia's life was forever changed when she met the love of her life, Bruce Dolan, in 1972 while he was stationed in the Philippines. Their love blossomed into a beautiful and...
Charles Joseph Neth III
Oct 9, 2026
Batavia - Charles Joseph Neth, III, age 90, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester.
He was born on March 22, 1936 in Batavia, a son of the late Charles J. Neth, Jr. and Alice Welker Neth Zeitz.
Charlie was born on a snowy Sunday in the spring of 1936, so much snow that...
George A. DiSanto
Oct 8, 2026
Batavia - George A. DiSanto, age 78, passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at the New York State Veterans Home.He was born on October 14, 1947, in Batavia, the son of the late Anthony and Splendora Moretti DiSanto.A graduate of Alfred State College, he retired from Eastman Kodak Company in Rochester after 38 proud years of dedicated service. He...
Cynthia L. Hinchey
Sep 29, 2026
Cynthia Lennon Hinchey, 78, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving husband and daughters.
Born on August 29, 1948, in Batavia, New York, Cynthia was the daughter of the late William Lennon and Kathryn Hale Lennon.
Cynthia was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who cherished her family and friends above all else....
Gerald F. Sass
Sep 29, 2026
Batavia - Gerald F. Sass, age 80, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at Premier Genesee Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing.He was born on September 16, 1946, in Batavia, son of the late Frederick L. and Viola M. Glaser Sass.He is survived by his sister, Shirley (Raymond) Stokes of East Bethany; niece, Mindy (Bruce) Anderson of Rushford and great-nieces...
Carolyn Kessler
Sep 28, 2026
Carolyn Kessler, 79, of Alexander, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 28, 2026, at her home.
She was born on April 20, 1947, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Edward and late Sophie (Wiktorski) Tydelski.
Carolyn found great joy in gardening and music, especially sharing her beautiful voice as the lead singer for bands such as Ghost Riders and Buffalo Road...
Roland R. Thompson
Sep 27, 2026
Roland R. Thompson, 85, of Basom, passed away peacefully at his home on September 27, 2026, surrounded by the place he called home.
Roland was born on July 2, 1941, in Medina, the son of the late Frank and Sylvia (Fitch) Thompson.
Roland lived a life rooted in hard work trying to fix things. He was first married to the...
Will Hampton
Sep 27, 2026
Batavia - Will Hampton, age 62, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center.He was born on November 23, 1963 in Rochester, a son of the late Will and Margaret Colburn Hampton.Will worked in housekeeping and at the café at Richmond Memorial Library through ARC GLOW. He took great pride in his work. Will loved all...
Ada James Bender
Sep 22, 2026
Ada James Bender passed away wrapped closely in the arms of her Mom and Dad on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Golisano Children's Hospital of Buffalo.
Ada is the daughter of Joshua and Eliza (Vacanti) Bender. She was born on January 20, 2026, in Buffalo. Ada enjoyed snuggling, playing with her sister, Ruth, spending time with her family, and being outside....
