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Local obituaries for Batavia, New York and surrounding areas
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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...
Diane Matters
May 2, 2026
Diane Elaine Matters, a longtime resident of Genesee County, passed away peacefully on May 2nd, 2026, at Premier Genesee Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Batavia, at the age of 69. Diane was the daughter of the late Robert and Fern Matters.
Born in Buffalo in 1956, Diane moved with her family to East Pembroke in 1963 and graduated from Pembroke...
Ritchie Bailey
May 1, 2026
Ritchie Bailey Sr., age 70, went home to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on May 1, 2026.
Ritchie was born in FT. Pierce, on August 10, 1955, a son of the late Aubrey and Daisy (Sanders) Bailey.He found great joy in fishing, motorcycling, and riding e-bikes. Ritchie was a warm and social person who loved bringing people together,...
Walter L. Weaver
Apr 28, 2026
Batavia - Walter L. Weaver, age 60, passed away on April 28, 2026 at his home.He was born on December 12, 1965, in Batavia, a son of the late Robert and Doris Burger Weaver.He enjoyed fishing, bowling and going to the casino.Surviving are his siblings, Francis Weaver and Diane Nicholas, both of Batavia; his roommate and good friend, Mark Grabowski...
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...
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...
Diane Matters
May 2, 2026
Diane Elaine Matters, a longtime resident of Genesee County, passed away peacefully on May 2nd, 2026, at Premier Genesee Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Batavia, at the age of 69. Diane was the daughter of the late Robert and Fern Matters.
Born in Buffalo in 1956, Diane moved with her family to East Pembroke in 1963 and graduated from Pembroke...
Ritchie Bailey
May 1, 2026
Ritchie Bailey Sr., age 70, went home to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on May 1, 2026.
Ritchie was born in FT. Pierce, on August 10, 1955, a son of the late Aubrey and Daisy (Sanders) Bailey.He found great joy in fishing, motorcycling, and riding e-bikes. Ritchie was a warm and social person who loved bringing people together,...
Walter L. Weaver
Apr 28, 2026
Batavia - Walter L. Weaver, age 60, passed away on April 28, 2026 at his home.He was born on December 12, 1965, in Batavia, a son of the late Robert and Doris Burger Weaver.He enjoyed fishing, bowling and going to the casino.Surviving are his siblings, Francis Weaver and Diane Nicholas, both of Batavia; his roommate and good friend, Mark Grabowski...
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...
