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Local obituaries for Batavia, New York and surrounding areas
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Donald W. Gavenda Sr.
Dec 7, 2025
Elba - Donald W. Gavenda, Sr., a beloved resident of Elba, passed away peacefully at Crossroads House on December 7, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on July 2, 1931, in Batavia, Donald lived a life marked by dedication to his family, community, and passions.
Donald was a long-time muck farmer in Elba, where he cultivated not only the land...
Consuelo Martinez-White
Apr 27, 2026
Consuelo Martinez-White, 73, of Byron, passed away on April 27, 2026 at Orchard Rehab and Nursing Center, Medina.
She was born March 14, 1953, to the late Manuel and Norma (Acosta) Martinez. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, Thomas White and brother, Pedro Martinez.
She lived her life embodying kindness, love and generosity. Consuelo honorably served for...
Barbara L. McDonald Trader Brayley
Apr 20, 2026
Batavia - Barbara L. McDonald Trader Brayley, age 92, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center.She was born October 23, 1933 in Binghamton a daughter of the late George and Genevieve Middendorf Mc Donald.She worked at Calibrated Charts in Batavia for 25 years and was a volunteer at United Memorial Medical Center.She is predeceased by...
James Southall
Apr 19, 2026
James Southall, 85 of Godfrey's Pond in Bergen, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Le Roy Village Green Residential Health Care Facility.
He was born on January 10, 1941, in Corfu, NY.
He faithfully served his country as a Sergeant in the Air Force during Vietnam.
He was a true conservationist who found his greatest peace in the outdoors. He enjoyed...
Rose M. Tumminello
Apr 19, 2026
Rose M. Tumminello, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, at the age of 94. Born on August 5, 1931, in Batavia, Rose was a resident of Gastonia, North Carolina, but her heart always remained in her hometown of Batavia. A graduate of Batavia High School, Rose dedicated much of her life to...
Linda J. Cartwright
Apr 19, 2026
Warsaw - Linda J. Cartwright, 85 of Warsaw passed away on Sunday (April 19, 2026) at the Wyoming County Skilled Nursing Facility in Warsaw.Linda was born November 28, 1940 in Warsaw, a daughter of the late Robert and Ruth (Auger) Cartwright.Honoring her wishes, no services will be held. She will be laid to rest with her parents in Oatka Cemetery...
Audrey Blount
Apr 17, 2026
Audrey A. Blount, 91 of LeRoy, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, at Le Roy Village Green Residential Health Care Facility.
She was born on November 3, 1934, in Albion, daughter of the late Carroll and Marjorie (Smithler) Johnson, and sister of the late Robert Johnson.
Audrey earned her Associate's degree at Genesee Community College and was a devoted member of...
Daniel Ivison
Apr 17, 2026
Daniel R. Ivison, known as "Farmer" to many and "Eagle" by those who knew him best, passed away on April 18, 2026, at the age of 71, at United Memorial Medical Center.
Dan was born on September 7, 1954, in Batavia, to the late Duane and Josephine (Mogavero) Ivison. He was raised on the family dairy farm in South Byron.
Growing up, Dan...
Mario Capozzolo
Apr 16, 2026
Mario Capozzolo, a devoted and beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather whose life was defined by unwavering dedication to those he loved passed away on April 16, 2026 in North Port, FL to be with the Lord. Born on March 31, 1947, in Corleto Monforte, Italy, to Arcangelo Capozzolo and Antonia Mottola, he carried the values of his hometown with...
John M Kresock
Apr 16, 2026
John Michael Kresock, 82 of Elba, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at The Highlands Living Center, Pittsford, NY.
Born on August 13, 1943 in Carbondale, PA, John was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle who enjoyed spending time with his family.
John served in the United States Army Reserve from 1965 to 1968. He received his Bachelor's degree...
Delbert Lynn Van Buren
Apr 14, 2026
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Delbert "Doc" Lynn Van Buren, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who left us on April 14, 2026 surrounded by family at his home in Ocklawaha, Florida. He was 82 years old.
Doc was born in Batavia, New York on July 30, 1943, to Henry and Lucy Van Buren...
Bonnie Starkweather
Apr 4, 2026
Bonnie Starkweather, 84, of Basom, passed away on April 4, 2026, at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.
She was born May 29, 1941, to the late Allison and Anna Marie (Phillips) Lewis. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, David Starkweather, and daughter, Pam Harla.Bonnie was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church, Oakfield Ladies Auxiliary, and...
Henry Robinson
Apr 1, 2026
Henry (Hank) Robinson (95) of East Bethany, NY, born to Henry L. and Sara F. Robinson on December 26, 1930, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026. His wish to remain in his home was made possible by the loving care of his family, his doctor, and home care hospice.
Hank is survived by his wife, Lila (Marble) Robinson, his best...
Mary Ellen Heale
Mar 29, 2026
East Bethany - Mary Ellen Heale, age 70, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.She was born on May 23, 1955, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Charles P. Kerr and Ellen Hoffman Kerr.Mary was a graduate of Pavilion High School and dedicated over 30 years of her life working as a...
William E. Prine
Mar 27, 2026
Batavia - William Edward Prine, age 92, passed away on March 27, 2026, at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia, New York. In a beautiful testament to a lifetime of love, he passed on the very day he and his beloved wife, Mary Prudence Scott Prine, celebrated their 71st wedding anniversary. He was born on March 2, 1934, in Syracuse,...
Jane Shepard
Mar 25, 2026
Batavia - Jane Shepard passed away on March 25,2026 at home at age 72.
Jane was born September 21, 1953 in Rochester, a daughter of the late Francis Shepard and Addie Lou Wilson.
She is survived by her husband of 21 years, Dave McCarthy. Surviving are her sister Judy (Joe) D'Angelo, daughter Alison (Zachary) Spath and grandchildren Ava, Maxine, and Casimir. She...
Eugene E. Laney
Mar 25, 2026
Oakfield - Eugene E. Laney, 88, of Oakfield, passed away peacefully. He was born on April 29, 1937, in Batavia, the son of William and Evelyn (Rutherford) Laney.
Eugene attended Alfred State University and graduated from SUNY Geneseo. A dedicated and hardworking businessman, he enjoyed two successful lifelong careers. He worked as a retail manager for Montgomery Ward, Goodwill, and Dollar...
Stephen Jenney
Mar 17, 2026
Stephen J. Jenney 78, of Batavia, New York passed away peacefully on Friday, March 17, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center.
He was born November 16, 1947, in Middlebury, Vermont to the late Kenneth Sr. and Ethelyn (Lamotte) Jenney.
He found great enjoyment in listening to music and watching sports of all kinds, with a special passion for cheering on the Buffalo...
Timothy J. Wescott, Sr.
Mar 16, 2026
Batavia - Timothy J. Wescott, Sr., age 71, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 16, 2026.He was born on July 31, 1954, in Buffalo, a son of the late Fred and Dorothy Calhoon Wescott.An avid golfer, he was a lifelong member of Stafford Country Club and wintered in Sarasota, Florida.He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Carol J....
William R. Wagner
Mar 16, 2026
Batavia - William R. Wagner, age 55, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026.He was born on March 26, 1970 in Greenville, Pennsylvania a son of the late Frederick L. and Mary Stockfield Wagner.A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, he held many executive chef jobs, most recently at Sunny's Restaurant in Batavia. A member of the Fire Department...
Donald W. Gavenda Sr.
Dec 7, 2025
Elba - Donald W. Gavenda, Sr., a beloved resident of Elba, passed away peacefully at Crossroads House on December 7, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on July 2, 1931, in Batavia, Donald lived a life marked by dedication to his family, community, and passions.
Donald was a long-time muck farmer in Elba, where he cultivated not only the land...
Consuelo Martinez-White
Apr 27, 2026
Consuelo Martinez-White, 73, of Byron, passed away on April 27, 2026 at Orchard Rehab and Nursing Center, Medina.
She was born March 14, 1953, to the late Manuel and Norma (Acosta) Martinez. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, Thomas White and brother, Pedro Martinez.
She lived her life embodying kindness, love and generosity. Consuelo honorably served for...
Barbara L. McDonald Trader Brayley
Apr 20, 2026
Batavia - Barbara L. McDonald Trader Brayley, age 92, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center.She was born October 23, 1933 in Binghamton a daughter of the late George and Genevieve Middendorf Mc Donald.She worked at Calibrated Charts in Batavia for 25 years and was a volunteer at United Memorial Medical Center.She is predeceased by...
James Southall
Apr 19, 2026
James Southall, 85 of Godfrey's Pond in Bergen, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Le Roy Village Green Residential Health Care Facility.
He was born on January 10, 1941, in Corfu, NY.
He faithfully served his country as a Sergeant in the Air Force during Vietnam.
He was a true conservationist who found his greatest peace in the outdoors. He enjoyed...
Rose M. Tumminello
Apr 19, 2026
Rose M. Tumminello, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, at the age of 94. Born on August 5, 1931, in Batavia, Rose was a resident of Gastonia, North Carolina, but her heart always remained in her hometown of Batavia. A graduate of Batavia High School, Rose dedicated much of her life to...
Linda J. Cartwright
Apr 19, 2026
Warsaw - Linda J. Cartwright, 85 of Warsaw passed away on Sunday (April 19, 2026) at the Wyoming County Skilled Nursing Facility in Warsaw.Linda was born November 28, 1940 in Warsaw, a daughter of the late Robert and Ruth (Auger) Cartwright.Honoring her wishes, no services will be held. She will be laid to rest with her parents in Oatka Cemetery...
Audrey Blount
Apr 17, 2026
Audrey A. Blount, 91 of LeRoy, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, at Le Roy Village Green Residential Health Care Facility.
She was born on November 3, 1934, in Albion, daughter of the late Carroll and Marjorie (Smithler) Johnson, and sister of the late Robert Johnson.
Audrey earned her Associate's degree at Genesee Community College and was a devoted member of...
Daniel Ivison
Apr 17, 2026
Daniel R. Ivison, known as "Farmer" to many and "Eagle" by those who knew him best, passed away on April 18, 2026, at the age of 71, at United Memorial Medical Center.
Dan was born on September 7, 1954, in Batavia, to the late Duane and Josephine (Mogavero) Ivison. He was raised on the family dairy farm in South Byron.
Growing up, Dan...
Mario Capozzolo
Apr 16, 2026
Mario Capozzolo, a devoted and beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather whose life was defined by unwavering dedication to those he loved passed away on April 16, 2026 in North Port, FL to be with the Lord. Born on March 31, 1947, in Corleto Monforte, Italy, to Arcangelo Capozzolo and Antonia Mottola, he carried the values of his hometown with...
John M Kresock
Apr 16, 2026
John Michael Kresock, 82 of Elba, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at The Highlands Living Center, Pittsford, NY.
Born on August 13, 1943 in Carbondale, PA, John was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle who enjoyed spending time with his family.
John served in the United States Army Reserve from 1965 to 1968. He received his Bachelor's degree...
Delbert Lynn Van Buren
Apr 14, 2026
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Delbert "Doc" Lynn Van Buren, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who left us on April 14, 2026 surrounded by family at his home in Ocklawaha, Florida. He was 82 years old.
Doc was born in Batavia, New York on July 30, 1943, to Henry and Lucy Van Buren...
Bonnie Starkweather
Apr 4, 2026
Bonnie Starkweather, 84, of Basom, passed away on April 4, 2026, at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.
She was born May 29, 1941, to the late Allison and Anna Marie (Phillips) Lewis. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, David Starkweather, and daughter, Pam Harla.Bonnie was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church, Oakfield Ladies Auxiliary, and...
Henry Robinson
Apr 1, 2026
Henry (Hank) Robinson (95) of East Bethany, NY, born to Henry L. and Sara F. Robinson on December 26, 1930, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026. His wish to remain in his home was made possible by the loving care of his family, his doctor, and home care hospice.
Hank is survived by his wife, Lila (Marble) Robinson, his best...
Mary Ellen Heale
Mar 29, 2026
East Bethany - Mary Ellen Heale, age 70, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.She was born on May 23, 1955, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Charles P. Kerr and Ellen Hoffman Kerr.Mary was a graduate of Pavilion High School and dedicated over 30 years of her life working as a...
William E. Prine
Mar 27, 2026
Batavia - William Edward Prine, age 92, passed away on March 27, 2026, at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia, New York. In a beautiful testament to a lifetime of love, he passed on the very day he and his beloved wife, Mary Prudence Scott Prine, celebrated their 71st wedding anniversary. He was born on March 2, 1934, in Syracuse,...
Jane Shepard
Mar 25, 2026
Batavia - Jane Shepard passed away on March 25,2026 at home at age 72.
Jane was born September 21, 1953 in Rochester, a daughter of the late Francis Shepard and Addie Lou Wilson.
She is survived by her husband of 21 years, Dave McCarthy. Surviving are her sister Judy (Joe) D'Angelo, daughter Alison (Zachary) Spath and grandchildren Ava, Maxine, and Casimir. She...
Eugene E. Laney
Mar 25, 2026
Oakfield - Eugene E. Laney, 88, of Oakfield, passed away peacefully. He was born on April 29, 1937, in Batavia, the son of William and Evelyn (Rutherford) Laney.
Eugene attended Alfred State University and graduated from SUNY Geneseo. A dedicated and hardworking businessman, he enjoyed two successful lifelong careers. He worked as a retail manager for Montgomery Ward, Goodwill, and Dollar...
Stephen Jenney
Mar 17, 2026
Stephen J. Jenney 78, of Batavia, New York passed away peacefully on Friday, March 17, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center.
He was born November 16, 1947, in Middlebury, Vermont to the late Kenneth Sr. and Ethelyn (Lamotte) Jenney.
He found great enjoyment in listening to music and watching sports of all kinds, with a special passion for cheering on the Buffalo...
Timothy J. Wescott, Sr.
Mar 16, 2026
Batavia - Timothy J. Wescott, Sr., age 71, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 16, 2026.He was born on July 31, 1954, in Buffalo, a son of the late Fred and Dorothy Calhoon Wescott.An avid golfer, he was a lifelong member of Stafford Country Club and wintered in Sarasota, Florida.He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Carol J....
William R. Wagner
Mar 16, 2026
Batavia - William R. Wagner, age 55, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026.He was born on March 26, 1970 in Greenville, Pennsylvania a son of the late Frederick L. and Mary Stockfield Wagner.A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, he held many executive chef jobs, most recently at Sunny's Restaurant in Batavia. A member of the Fire Department...
