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Local obituaries for Batavia, New York and surrounding areas
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Raymond Michael Chudoba
Sep 1, 2026
Raymond M. Chudoba, 70, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at St. Anthony's Hospital in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
He was the son of the late Raymond and Patricia Chudoba and a graduate of Alexander Central High School class of 1973.
He was preceded in death by his life partner Dawn Pehrson.
He followed in his father's footsteps and began working in his...
Tamara Lynn Goetz
Jun 7, 2026
Tamara Lynn Goetz, 63, of Ontario, New York, and Palm Bay, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on June 7, 2026.
Tammy was born on August 8, 1962, in Rochester, New York, to Harry S. Crosier and Beverly Crosier. She grew up in Bergen, New York, and graduated from Byron-Bergen High School.
Tammy is survived by her loving husband of 43 years,...
Roy F. Beam Sr.
Aug 26, 2026
Batavia - Roy F. Beam, Sr., 75 of Batavia passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday (August 26, 2026) at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. Roy was born November 3, 1950 in Middletown, New York, a son of the late Edward Beam and May Brown. Roy's 50 plus year career in trucking was his pride and joy. He'll be missed greatly by...
Sadegh Danesh
Jul 13, 2026
Dr. Sadegh Danesh, beloved father, grandfather, surgeon, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 89 after a gradual decline in health following a heart attack in December 2025. Even in his final weeks, his unmistakable sense of humor remained. The nurses at Mt. Carmel Comfort Care House often remarked that he entertained them with stories and laughter, bringing...
Mary Ann Fitch
Sep 12, 2026
Batavia - Mary Ann Fitch, 87, of Batavia passed away Saturday (September 12, 2026) at United Memorial Medical Center.Mary was born November 23rd, 1938, to John and Catherine (Camarata) Wolcott in Batavia.
Mary will be remembered as the loving matriarch of her family. She loved and welcomed all who entered her life. She was a devoted wife to the late...
Grace M. Taggart
Sep 10, 2026
Batavia - Grace M. Taggart, age 94, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Premier Genesee Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation in Batavia.Grace was born on January 4, 1932 in Granger, New York a daughter of the late Alfred H. Kingsley and Frances Huff Kingsley.She worked for many years at P.W. Minor Shoe Factory and E.N. Rowell Box Company.She...
Ethel Mae Miles
Sep 8, 2026
Remembering a life of faith, service, warmth, and devotion- Ethel Miles was born March 27, 1947.
Ethel Miles, lovingly known to her family as "Bessie," lived a life distinguished by faithful service, steadfast commitment, and genuine love for others. She was a devoted sister and aunt whose beautiful, warm smile brought comfort and joy to family and friends.
For 48 years, Bessie...
Robert Alan Goras
Sep 7, 2026
Basom - Robert Alan Goras, age 74, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026 at his home, surrounded with love.
He was born on May 19, 1952 in Batavia, a son of the late Adam Andrew Goras and Esther Fry Goras Macomber.
He is survived by his wife, Anita L. Wyder Goras whom he married on May 27, 1978; his daughters, Tina "Gooch"...
Helen H Mullen
Sep 4, 2026
Stafford¸NY- Helen H. Mullen, 92, of Stafford, went home to be with her Saviour on Friday, September 4, 2026 at the LeRoy Village Green Residential Care Home.
Helen, was born July 19, 1934 in Batavia, the daughter of the late Lillian (Cook) and Edmond Slowe (Stepfather); and father James M. Hunt. She lived part of her youth with her adored Grandfather Cook and...
Mildred L. D'Alba
Sep 2, 2026
Oakfield - Mildred L. D'Alba, age 83, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.Millie was born on May 9, 1943, in Buffalo, a daughter of the late Glenn and Mary Rice Burgess.Millie was a graduate of Batavia High School and the longtime owner and proprietor of Millie D's in Oakfield, where she built lasting...
Carol L Folger
Sep 2, 2026
Carol L. Folger, 82 of Batavia, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at United Memorial Medical Center.Carol was born September 5, 1943, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Jack and Frances (Reed) Folger, and wife of the late Roger V. Brown.Carol was a quiet and private woman whose gentle spirit touched the lives of those who knew and...
Ronald A Draper
Sep 2, 2026
Cheektowaga - Ronald A. Draper, age 81, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026 at Buffalo General Hospital. A proud Army Veteran Ron worked at MJ Mechanical in Buffalo for many years. He is survived by his wife Carol A. Brackett Draper and several dear friends.
There are no visiting hours. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 5,...
Richard L. Ahl
Aug 31, 2026
Batavia - Richard L. "Corky" Ahl, age 92, passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026 at the New York State Veterans Home.He was born on February 26, 1934 son of the late Charles and Janette Levins Ahl.He was a 1953 graduate of Batavia High School and proudly served in the United States Army from 1955 to 1957. He worked for...
Stephanie A Williams
Aug 29, 2026
Stephanie A. Williams, 81, of Batavia, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by the family she loved deeply.Born on March 29, 1945, in New York City, Stephanie was the daughter of the late Stephanie M. (Saurick) Warhol and the sister of the late Vinnie Costanza.On June 5, 1965, Stephanie married the love...
Deon M. Jutrowski
Aug 25, 2026
Byron - Deon M. Jutrowski, age 68, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family under the care of HomeCare & Hospice following a brief illness.She was born on January 10, 1958 in Batavia, a daughter of the late LeRoy (Audrey) Hurd Sr.She especially cherished time she spent with her grandchildren, creating lasting...
Diane Perkins
Aug 20, 2026
Diane Perkins, 66, formerly of Pulaski and Oswego, passed away on August 20, 2026, at Premier Genesee Nursing Home.
She was born on February 6, 1960, in Herkimer, a daughter of the late Herbert Perkins and Betsy (Ross) Voorhees. She is survived by the love of her life, Mike Patchen, and her son, Duane Briggs, and siblings, Debra Brunner and Mark...
Sandra Jane O'Connor
Aug 16, 2026
Sandra Jane O'Connor, (Currier, formerly Wyder), 77, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2026, following a brief illness at Fiddler's Home Nursing Home in Springville, where she had resided since 2020.
Born on August 13, 1949, in Batavia, New York, Sandra was raised in Oakfield and attended Oakfield schools. She was the daughter of the late Betty and Archie Currier. Sandra...
Stacey L. Arnold
Aug 16, 2026
A Life of Love, Strength, and Lasting Light: Remembering Stacey L. ArnoldStacey L. Arnold of Oakfield, 55, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center, Greece NY after a courageous fight with cancer
Stacey was born January 6, 1971, in Batavia, NY. She is the daughter of Henry and Mary Lu...
Duane E. Goff
Aug 1, 2026
Duane Edward Goff, 76 of Churchville, NY passed away peacefully on the morning of August 1, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at Strong Memorial Hospital after a 3-month illness. He was born in Warsaw, NY on February 5th, 1950. A son of late Arthur J and Hilda M (Shader) Goff.
Duane was a 1968 graduate of Letchworth High School...
Virginia C. Ivison
Jul 30, 2026
Byron- Virginia C. "Ginny" Ivison, age 81, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2026 at her home under the care of HomeCare & Hospice.She was born on August 20, 1944 in Rochester, a daughter of the late Frederick T. and Phyllis Cooledge Couch.Ginny retired as the Office Manager at Brandy's Mold & Tool in West Henrietta after many years of...
Raymond Michael Chudoba
Sep 1, 2026
Raymond M. Chudoba, 70, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at St. Anthony's Hospital in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
He was the son of the late Raymond and Patricia Chudoba and a graduate of Alexander Central High School class of 1973.
He was preceded in death by his life partner Dawn Pehrson.
He followed in his father's footsteps and began working in his...
Tamara Lynn Goetz
Jun 7, 2026
Tamara Lynn Goetz, 63, of Ontario, New York, and Palm Bay, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on June 7, 2026.
Tammy was born on August 8, 1962, in Rochester, New York, to Harry S. Crosier and Beverly Crosier. She grew up in Bergen, New York, and graduated from Byron-Bergen High School.
Tammy is survived by her loving husband of 43 years,...
Roy F. Beam Sr.
Aug 26, 2026
Batavia - Roy F. Beam, Sr., 75 of Batavia passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday (August 26, 2026) at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. Roy was born November 3, 1950 in Middletown, New York, a son of the late Edward Beam and May Brown. Roy's 50 plus year career in trucking was his pride and joy. He'll be missed greatly by...
Sadegh Danesh
Jul 13, 2026
Dr. Sadegh Danesh, beloved father, grandfather, surgeon, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 89 after a gradual decline in health following a heart attack in December 2025. Even in his final weeks, his unmistakable sense of humor remained. The nurses at Mt. Carmel Comfort Care House often remarked that he entertained them with stories and laughter, bringing...
Mary Ann Fitch
Sep 12, 2026
Batavia - Mary Ann Fitch, 87, of Batavia passed away Saturday (September 12, 2026) at United Memorial Medical Center.Mary was born November 23rd, 1938, to John and Catherine (Camarata) Wolcott in Batavia.
Mary will be remembered as the loving matriarch of her family. She loved and welcomed all who entered her life. She was a devoted wife to the late...
Grace M. Taggart
Sep 10, 2026
Batavia - Grace M. Taggart, age 94, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Premier Genesee Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation in Batavia.Grace was born on January 4, 1932 in Granger, New York a daughter of the late Alfred H. Kingsley and Frances Huff Kingsley.She worked for many years at P.W. Minor Shoe Factory and E.N. Rowell Box Company.She...
Ethel Mae Miles
Sep 8, 2026
Remembering a life of faith, service, warmth, and devotion- Ethel Miles was born March 27, 1947.
Ethel Miles, lovingly known to her family as "Bessie," lived a life distinguished by faithful service, steadfast commitment, and genuine love for others. She was a devoted sister and aunt whose beautiful, warm smile brought comfort and joy to family and friends.
For 48 years, Bessie...
Robert Alan Goras
Sep 7, 2026
Basom - Robert Alan Goras, age 74, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026 at his home, surrounded with love.
He was born on May 19, 1952 in Batavia, a son of the late Adam Andrew Goras and Esther Fry Goras Macomber.
He is survived by his wife, Anita L. Wyder Goras whom he married on May 27, 1978; his daughters, Tina "Gooch"...
Helen H Mullen
Sep 4, 2026
Stafford¸NY- Helen H. Mullen, 92, of Stafford, went home to be with her Saviour on Friday, September 4, 2026 at the LeRoy Village Green Residential Care Home.
Helen, was born July 19, 1934 in Batavia, the daughter of the late Lillian (Cook) and Edmond Slowe (Stepfather); and father James M. Hunt. She lived part of her youth with her adored Grandfather Cook and...
Mildred L. D'Alba
Sep 2, 2026
Oakfield - Mildred L. D'Alba, age 83, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.Millie was born on May 9, 1943, in Buffalo, a daughter of the late Glenn and Mary Rice Burgess.Millie was a graduate of Batavia High School and the longtime owner and proprietor of Millie D's in Oakfield, where she built lasting...
Carol L Folger
Sep 2, 2026
Carol L. Folger, 82 of Batavia, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at United Memorial Medical Center.Carol was born September 5, 1943, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Jack and Frances (Reed) Folger, and wife of the late Roger V. Brown.Carol was a quiet and private woman whose gentle spirit touched the lives of those who knew and...
Ronald A Draper
Sep 2, 2026
Cheektowaga - Ronald A. Draper, age 81, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026 at Buffalo General Hospital. A proud Army Veteran Ron worked at MJ Mechanical in Buffalo for many years. He is survived by his wife Carol A. Brackett Draper and several dear friends.
There are no visiting hours. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 5,...
Richard L. Ahl
Aug 31, 2026
Batavia - Richard L. "Corky" Ahl, age 92, passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026 at the New York State Veterans Home.He was born on February 26, 1934 son of the late Charles and Janette Levins Ahl.He was a 1953 graduate of Batavia High School and proudly served in the United States Army from 1955 to 1957. He worked for...
Stephanie A Williams
Aug 29, 2026
Stephanie A. Williams, 81, of Batavia, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by the family she loved deeply.Born on March 29, 1945, in New York City, Stephanie was the daughter of the late Stephanie M. (Saurick) Warhol and the sister of the late Vinnie Costanza.On June 5, 1965, Stephanie married the love...
Deon M. Jutrowski
Aug 25, 2026
Byron - Deon M. Jutrowski, age 68, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family under the care of HomeCare & Hospice following a brief illness.She was born on January 10, 1958 in Batavia, a daughter of the late LeRoy (Audrey) Hurd Sr.She especially cherished time she spent with her grandchildren, creating lasting...
Diane Perkins
Aug 20, 2026
Diane Perkins, 66, formerly of Pulaski and Oswego, passed away on August 20, 2026, at Premier Genesee Nursing Home.
She was born on February 6, 1960, in Herkimer, a daughter of the late Herbert Perkins and Betsy (Ross) Voorhees. She is survived by the love of her life, Mike Patchen, and her son, Duane Briggs, and siblings, Debra Brunner and Mark...
Sandra Jane O'Connor
Aug 16, 2026
Sandra Jane O'Connor, (Currier, formerly Wyder), 77, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2026, following a brief illness at Fiddler's Home Nursing Home in Springville, where she had resided since 2020.
Born on August 13, 1949, in Batavia, New York, Sandra was raised in Oakfield and attended Oakfield schools. She was the daughter of the late Betty and Archie Currier. Sandra...
Stacey L. Arnold
Aug 16, 2026
A Life of Love, Strength, and Lasting Light: Remembering Stacey L. ArnoldStacey L. Arnold of Oakfield, 55, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center, Greece NY after a courageous fight with cancer
Stacey was born January 6, 1971, in Batavia, NY. She is the daughter of Henry and Mary Lu...
Duane E. Goff
Aug 1, 2026
Duane Edward Goff, 76 of Churchville, NY passed away peacefully on the morning of August 1, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at Strong Memorial Hospital after a 3-month illness. He was born in Warsaw, NY on February 5th, 1950. A son of late Arthur J and Hilda M (Shader) Goff.
Duane was a 1968 graduate of Letchworth High School...
Virginia C. Ivison
Jul 30, 2026
Byron- Virginia C. "Ginny" Ivison, age 81, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2026 at her home under the care of HomeCare & Hospice.She was born on August 20, 1944 in Rochester, a daughter of the late Frederick T. and Phyllis Cooledge Couch.Ginny retired as the Office Manager at Brandy's Mold & Tool in West Henrietta after many years of...


