Obituaries
Local obituaries for Batavia, New York and surrounding areas
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Stanley R. May III
Oct 3, 2025
Batavia - Stanley R. May, III, 83 of Batavia passed away on Friday, (October 3, 2025) at Crossroads House. Mr. May was born April 27, 1942 in Rochester, a son of the late Stanley May, II and Alfreda (Rutkowski) May. Stan was a well known car salesman for many years in Batavia and later owned his own dealership, PamStan Motors,...
Earle C. Beach
Sep 30, 2025
Mr. Earle Charles Beach passed away peacefully, at the age of 91, on September 30, 2025, in Philadelphia, PA. He grew up in the Western New York area. Earle was born in Arcade, NY, on January 27, 1934, the third child of the late Allen and Blanche (Smith) Beach. He was a graduate of Elba Central School and Ithaca College....
Michael J. Choate
Sep 24, 2025
Michael Jon Choate passed away on September 24, 2025. A lifelong sports and outdoor enthusiast, he found joy in tennis, golf, softball, basketball, bowling, cheering on the Buffalo Bills, and making cherished annual trips with his family to the Outer Banks, NC. For over 40 years, Mike served as Oakfield’s beloved town pharmacist, becoming a well-known and deeply valued member...
Betty L. Gantt
Oct 7, 2025
Betty L. (White) Gantt, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 7th, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on Friday, March 25th, 1938, in Hartford, Ohio, Betty was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Betty was predeceased by her parents, Raymond V. White and Carrie McDonald White, her beloved husband, Wayne C. Gantt, and her brother, Robert...
Ronald Rumble
Oct 1, 2025
Ronald Rumble, age 74, of Oakfield passed away peacefully October 1, 2025, at Hildebrant Hospice Care Facility, Rochester. He was born December 12, 1950, in Batavia to the late Donald and Mildred (Prentice) Rumble, and brother to the late Sharon Glover. Ron graduated from Elba High School and went on to marry Kathleen Fisher, on August 2, 1975. He was...
Francis E. Williams
Sep 26, 2025
Francis E. Williams, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 26, 2025, at the age of 84. Born in Watertown, on August 31, 1941, a son of the late Walter and Amber Ward Williams. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, a testament to his enduring spirit and love for his...
Kay N. Scroger
Sep 21, 2025
Kay N. Scroger, lifelong resident of Elba, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 21st, 2025, at the age of 83. Born in Batavia, NY, Kay lived a life dedicated to education, community service, and family. A graduate of Elba Central School and SUNY Potsdam, Kay was a devoted first-grade teacher at Oakfield Alabama Central School for over 30 years. Kay...
James R. Hofmann
Sep 20, 2025
James (Jim) R. Hofmann, 87 of Attica, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Premier Genesee Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Batavia. He was born March 21, 1938, in Batavia to the late Ernest H. and Cora L. (Lewis) Hofmann.
He is preceded in death by wife Margaret A. (Buckenmeyer) Hofmann, stepbrothers Laverne Hofmann and William Reed, and...
Charles Baxter
Sep 20, 2025
Charles Baxter, 80, of Oakfield, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at United Memorial Medical Center, Batavia. Mr. Baxter was born on May 13, 1945, in Batavia, NY, a son of the late Herbert and Ettabelle (Wilson) Baxter, and father of the late Jennifer Claire Baxter. Charles was a past member at Scopano’s bowling leagues. He enjoyed golfing and...
Paul D. Lord
Sep 10, 2025
Paul Lord entered the world on May 11, 1951, the youngest of six children born to Frank and Ruth Lord. Born in Batavia, he spent most of his childhood there and quickly developed a passion for racing alongside his brothers. From ages 9–16, Paul competed in go-kart circuits at both Limerock and Kelly, ultimately becoming a two-time national champion. At...
Leon J. Borowski
Sep 10, 2025
Leon J. Borowski, of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 10th, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on March 5th, 1947, in Corbera, Germany, Leon was adopted by the late Robert and Naomi Hilliard Simms. Leon worked for many years at Star Markets before joining Tops Friendly Markets in LeRoy. A proud veteran, Leon served in the United...
Jane E. Ezard
Sep 8, 2025
Jane E. Ezard, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 8th, 2025. Born on October 31st, 1939, in Batavia, Jane lived a life full of love, service, and dedication to her family and community. Jane was the cherished daughter of the late Bud and Grace Fonda. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward...
Mary E. Masiello
Sep 6, 2025
Mary Masiello, 89, of Batavia, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at United Memorial Medical Center, Batavia. She was born March 24, 1936, in Batavia. She was the daughter of the late Walter and Eileen (Ruhlman) Dennis and sister of the late Robert and Chuck Bruce. She was predeceased by her chosen sister, Betty (Joseph) Mogenhan, and other chosen...
Frank Desjardins
Sep 5, 2025
Frank Desjardins, 72, of Oakfield, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones. Mr. Desjardins was born April 14, 1953, in Fort-Coulonge, Quebec, Canada, son of the late Oswald and Rose Anna (St. Jean) Desjardins. Frank graduated from Oakfield-Alabama High School and married the love of his life, Darlene (Marrs) Desjardins. He proudly served his country...
Mary-Katherine Corbett
Sep 3, 2025
Newark - Mary-Katherine Corbett, 38 of Newark, formerly of Bath, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at F.F. Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua. Mary-Kate was born February 13, 1987 in Elmira, a daughter of the late James and Carolyn (Kerns) Corbett. Mary-Kate was a lover of all animals. She was a kind soul who would help anyone in need if...
Jerald E. "Judge" Martin Jr.
Sep 2, 2025
Jerald E. "Judge" Martin Jr., a lifelong resident of Batavia, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at the age of 52. Born in Batavia on November 4, 1972, Jerry was a cherished son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Jerry was a 1991 graduate of Batavia High School and continued his education at Genesee Community College. He was...
Brad Lee Ohlson
Sep 2, 2025
Batavia - Brad Lee Ohlson, beloved father, son, brother, and friend. Brad departed this world on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident at the age of 48. Born on January 30, 1977, in Batavia, where he was a life long resident. He was known for his steadfast dedication to his work as...
Nancy J. Pocock
Aug 31, 2025
Nancy J. Pocock, cherished wife, devoted mother, and beloved grandmother, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 31, 2025, in Bergen.
Born in Waverly, on Tuesday, December 4, 1945, to the late William Stedge and Betty J. Smith Stedge, Nancy is also predeceased by her sister, Patricia Swift.
In 1971, Nancy married the love of her life, Wayne R. Pocock, in Bergen, where...
Marietta D. Hyback
Aug 31, 2025
Batavia - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Marietta Hyback, a cherished pillar of our community whose kindness and laughter brightened every corner she touched. After a long and dedicated career with Bell South—culminating in a well-earned retirement—she found her true calling as a waitress at Mancuso’s, Alex’s, and Bohn’s, where she delighted patrons with her warm smile...
Joyce E. Pratt
Aug 29, 2025
Rochester - Joyce E. Pratt, a beloved mother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 29, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on September 25, 1945, in Batavia, Joyce lived a life full of love, commitment, and generosity.
Joyce was a dedicated and hardworking individual, retiring as a technician from Eastman Kodak Company in Rochester, where she...
Stanley R. May III
Oct 3, 2025
Batavia - Stanley R. May, III, 83 of Batavia passed away on Friday, (October 3, 2025) at Crossroads House. Mr. May was born April 27, 1942 in Rochester, a son of the late Stanley May, II and Alfreda (Rutkowski) May. Stan was a well known car salesman for many years in Batavia and later owned his own dealership, PamStan Motors,...
Earle C. Beach
Sep 30, 2025
Mr. Earle Charles Beach passed away peacefully, at the age of 91, on September 30, 2025, in Philadelphia, PA. He grew up in the Western New York area. Earle was born in Arcade, NY, on January 27, 1934, the third child of the late Allen and Blanche (Smith) Beach. He was a graduate of Elba Central School and Ithaca College....
Michael J. Choate
Sep 24, 2025
Michael Jon Choate passed away on September 24, 2025. A lifelong sports and outdoor enthusiast, he found joy in tennis, golf, softball, basketball, bowling, cheering on the Buffalo Bills, and making cherished annual trips with his family to the Outer Banks, NC. For over 40 years, Mike served as Oakfield’s beloved town pharmacist, becoming a well-known and deeply valued member...
Betty L. Gantt
Oct 7, 2025
Betty L. (White) Gantt, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 7th, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on Friday, March 25th, 1938, in Hartford, Ohio, Betty was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Betty was predeceased by her parents, Raymond V. White and Carrie McDonald White, her beloved husband, Wayne C. Gantt, and her brother, Robert...
Ronald Rumble
Oct 1, 2025
Ronald Rumble, age 74, of Oakfield passed away peacefully October 1, 2025, at Hildebrant Hospice Care Facility, Rochester. He was born December 12, 1950, in Batavia to the late Donald and Mildred (Prentice) Rumble, and brother to the late Sharon Glover. Ron graduated from Elba High School and went on to marry Kathleen Fisher, on August 2, 1975. He was...
Francis E. Williams
Sep 26, 2025
Francis E. Williams, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 26, 2025, at the age of 84. Born in Watertown, on August 31, 1941, a son of the late Walter and Amber Ward Williams. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, a testament to his enduring spirit and love for his...
Kay N. Scroger
Sep 21, 2025
Kay N. Scroger, lifelong resident of Elba, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 21st, 2025, at the age of 83. Born in Batavia, NY, Kay lived a life dedicated to education, community service, and family. A graduate of Elba Central School and SUNY Potsdam, Kay was a devoted first-grade teacher at Oakfield Alabama Central School for over 30 years. Kay...
James R. Hofmann
Sep 20, 2025
James (Jim) R. Hofmann, 87 of Attica, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Premier Genesee Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Batavia. He was born March 21, 1938, in Batavia to the late Ernest H. and Cora L. (Lewis) Hofmann.
He is preceded in death by wife Margaret A. (Buckenmeyer) Hofmann, stepbrothers Laverne Hofmann and William Reed, and...
Charles Baxter
Sep 20, 2025
Charles Baxter, 80, of Oakfield, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at United Memorial Medical Center, Batavia. Mr. Baxter was born on May 13, 1945, in Batavia, NY, a son of the late Herbert and Ettabelle (Wilson) Baxter, and father of the late Jennifer Claire Baxter. Charles was a past member at Scopano’s bowling leagues. He enjoyed golfing and...
Paul D. Lord
Sep 10, 2025
Paul Lord entered the world on May 11, 1951, the youngest of six children born to Frank and Ruth Lord. Born in Batavia, he spent most of his childhood there and quickly developed a passion for racing alongside his brothers. From ages 9–16, Paul competed in go-kart circuits at both Limerock and Kelly, ultimately becoming a two-time national champion. At...
Leon J. Borowski
Sep 10, 2025
Leon J. Borowski, of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 10th, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on March 5th, 1947, in Corbera, Germany, Leon was adopted by the late Robert and Naomi Hilliard Simms. Leon worked for many years at Star Markets before joining Tops Friendly Markets in LeRoy. A proud veteran, Leon served in the United...
Jane E. Ezard
Sep 8, 2025
Jane E. Ezard, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 8th, 2025. Born on October 31st, 1939, in Batavia, Jane lived a life full of love, service, and dedication to her family and community. Jane was the cherished daughter of the late Bud and Grace Fonda. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward...
Mary E. Masiello
Sep 6, 2025
Mary Masiello, 89, of Batavia, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at United Memorial Medical Center, Batavia. She was born March 24, 1936, in Batavia. She was the daughter of the late Walter and Eileen (Ruhlman) Dennis and sister of the late Robert and Chuck Bruce. She was predeceased by her chosen sister, Betty (Joseph) Mogenhan, and other chosen...
Frank Desjardins
Sep 5, 2025
Frank Desjardins, 72, of Oakfield, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones. Mr. Desjardins was born April 14, 1953, in Fort-Coulonge, Quebec, Canada, son of the late Oswald and Rose Anna (St. Jean) Desjardins. Frank graduated from Oakfield-Alabama High School and married the love of his life, Darlene (Marrs) Desjardins. He proudly served his country...
Mary-Katherine Corbett
Sep 3, 2025
Newark - Mary-Katherine Corbett, 38 of Newark, formerly of Bath, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at F.F. Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua. Mary-Kate was born February 13, 1987 in Elmira, a daughter of the late James and Carolyn (Kerns) Corbett. Mary-Kate was a lover of all animals. She was a kind soul who would help anyone in need if...
Jerald E. "Judge" Martin Jr.
Sep 2, 2025
Jerald E. "Judge" Martin Jr., a lifelong resident of Batavia, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at the age of 52. Born in Batavia on November 4, 1972, Jerry was a cherished son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Jerry was a 1991 graduate of Batavia High School and continued his education at Genesee Community College. He was...
Brad Lee Ohlson
Sep 2, 2025
Batavia - Brad Lee Ohlson, beloved father, son, brother, and friend. Brad departed this world on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident at the age of 48. Born on January 30, 1977, in Batavia, where he was a life long resident. He was known for his steadfast dedication to his work as...
Nancy J. Pocock
Aug 31, 2025
Nancy J. Pocock, cherished wife, devoted mother, and beloved grandmother, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 31, 2025, in Bergen.
Born in Waverly, on Tuesday, December 4, 1945, to the late William Stedge and Betty J. Smith Stedge, Nancy is also predeceased by her sister, Patricia Swift.
In 1971, Nancy married the love of her life, Wayne R. Pocock, in Bergen, where...
Marietta D. Hyback
Aug 31, 2025
Batavia - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Marietta Hyback, a cherished pillar of our community whose kindness and laughter brightened every corner she touched. After a long and dedicated career with Bell South—culminating in a well-earned retirement—she found her true calling as a waitress at Mancuso’s, Alex’s, and Bohn’s, where she delighted patrons with her warm smile...
Joyce E. Pratt
Aug 29, 2025
Rochester - Joyce E. Pratt, a beloved mother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 29, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on September 25, 1945, in Batavia, Joyce lived a life full of love, commitment, and generosity.
Joyce was a dedicated and hardworking individual, retiring as a technician from Eastman Kodak Company in Rochester, where she...
