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Local obituaries for Batavia, New York and surrounding areas
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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...
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...
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...
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...
Emmalyn Nyx Dudley
Jul 30, 2026
July 30, 2026 at 6:40 p.m. our sweet Emmalynn Nyx Dudley gained her angel wings.
Over the past month, Emma fought harder than we ever thought possible. We traveled this journey with so much hope, praying that someone could help our little girl. We sought multiple opinions from hospitals across the country, hoping someone could offer surgery or a heart...
Sue Ann Ames
Jul 29, 2026
Elba - Sue Ann Ames, 80 of Elba passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday (July 29, 2026) at her home.Ms. Ames was born November 4, 1945 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Wilbur Alan and Eleanor D. (Driggs) Mason.After retiring from Genesee Community College Sue spent her time painting, exploring various multi-media arts and spending time in the YMCA pool. She was...
Roy Henry Grady Jr.
Jul 22, 2026
Batavia - Roy Henry Grady, Jr., 72 of Batavia passed away Wednesday (July 22, 2026) at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.Mr. Grady was born December 1, 1953 in Texas, a son of Ann M. (Zarzynski) Grady of Batavia and the late Roy Henry Grady, Sr.Roy enjoyed being outdoors boating, swimming, and riding his Harley Davidson. He was mechanically inclined...
Grace (Brew) Boyer
Jul 22, 2026
Grace was born November 27, 1925 to William and Mary Brew of Bergen NY. She passed away after a long illness on July 22, 2026 in Medina NY.
She was pre-deceased by her husband, Richard E. Boyer; siblings William Brew, Mamie Brew Cebula, Robert Brew, Margaret Brew Wright, Arthur Brew, Edwin Brew, Dorothy Brew Roggow, Herbert Brew.
She is survived...
Wildeana M. Parkhurst
Jul 19, 2026
Batavia - Wildeana M. Parkhurst, age 64, passed away with her husband by her side on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center.
She was born on September 15, 1961, in Miami, Florida daughter of the late Rufus and Catherine Koontz Epperson.
Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends. She was a devoted mother...
David George Williams
Jul 19, 2026
David G. Williams, of Oakfield, NY, born on October 26, 1942, in Carthage, New York, passed away peacefully at home on July 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. David's journey through life was one marked by warmth, laughter, and an unwavering devotion to his family and friends.
David was the beloved son of the late Walter and...
Deborah A. Rast
Jul 15, 2026
Batavia - Deborah A. Rast 64 of Aurora, Indiana formerly of Batavia, New York passed away in the loving presence of her family on Wednesday (July 15, 2026) at her home.Deborah was born August 26,1961 in Buffalo, New York. A daughter of Thomas and Mary Anne (Wrazen) Sekuterski.Deb graduated from Depew high school in 1979. Then met the love of...
Mae Elaine Wheeler
Jul 15, 2026
Mae Elaine Wheeler, 87, of Churchville, passed away on July 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, at LeRoy Village Green, LeRoy, NY.
She was born on January 21, 1939, in Churchville, a daughter of the late Arnold and Maryann (Pimm) Baker.
Mae graduated from Churchville-Chili High School and married the love of her life, Larry Wheeler, on August 17, 1957. Together,...
Joan Lundmark
Jul 13, 2026
Joan Lundmark, 83, of Oakfield, passed away on July 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on December 5, 1942, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Claude and Dorothy (Erhardt) Goetz.
Joan was a devoted member of East Shelby Community Bible Church and a former member of the Oakfield Ladies Auxiliary and the Oakfield Fire Department. She found...
Richard Alexander Gdanice
Jul 12, 2026
Richard Alexander Gdanice Sr., 88, of Basom, passed away on July 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on July 14, 1937, in Buffalo, a son of the late Helen (Gonzowski) Surma.
Richard was a true outdoorsman who found great enjoyment in hunting, fishing, and trapping. He also had a lifelong passion for working on vehicles and, in his...
Bernard Eugene Pangrazio Sr.
Jul 11, 2026
Bernard Eugene Pangrazio Sr., 85, passed away on July 11, 2026, at Gateway Home, Attica.
Bernard was born August 23, 1940, in Batavia, New York, the son of the Late Laverne Sr. and Anita (Stewart) Pangrazio. He married the love of his life, Joan Galliford, on April 19, 1958.
Bernard found great satisfaction in farming, construction, scrapping, and operating his heavy equipment....
James L. Emery
Jul 8, 2026
Oakfield - James L. Emery, 52, passed away on July 8, 2026.Jimmy was born on May 19, 1974 in Batavia, the son of Jean Emery Cape and John Cape of Clarendon.He was a graduate of Elba Central School and worked at The Rez in Basom. Jimmy enjoyed 4 wheeling, snowmobiling, riding his motorcycle and working on anything with a motor....
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...
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...
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...
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...
Emmalyn Nyx Dudley
Jul 30, 2026
July 30, 2026 at 6:40 p.m. our sweet Emmalynn Nyx Dudley gained her angel wings.
Over the past month, Emma fought harder than we ever thought possible. We traveled this journey with so much hope, praying that someone could help our little girl. We sought multiple opinions from hospitals across the country, hoping someone could offer surgery or a heart...
Sue Ann Ames
Jul 29, 2026
Elba - Sue Ann Ames, 80 of Elba passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday (July 29, 2026) at her home.Ms. Ames was born November 4, 1945 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Wilbur Alan and Eleanor D. (Driggs) Mason.After retiring from Genesee Community College Sue spent her time painting, exploring various multi-media arts and spending time in the YMCA pool. She was...
Roy Henry Grady Jr.
Jul 22, 2026
Batavia - Roy Henry Grady, Jr., 72 of Batavia passed away Wednesday (July 22, 2026) at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.Mr. Grady was born December 1, 1953 in Texas, a son of Ann M. (Zarzynski) Grady of Batavia and the late Roy Henry Grady, Sr.Roy enjoyed being outdoors boating, swimming, and riding his Harley Davidson. He was mechanically inclined...
Grace (Brew) Boyer
Jul 22, 2026
Grace was born November 27, 1925 to William and Mary Brew of Bergen NY. She passed away after a long illness on July 22, 2026 in Medina NY.
She was pre-deceased by her husband, Richard E. Boyer; siblings William Brew, Mamie Brew Cebula, Robert Brew, Margaret Brew Wright, Arthur Brew, Edwin Brew, Dorothy Brew Roggow, Herbert Brew.
She is survived...
Wildeana M. Parkhurst
Jul 19, 2026
Batavia - Wildeana M. Parkhurst, age 64, passed away with her husband by her side on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center.
She was born on September 15, 1961, in Miami, Florida daughter of the late Rufus and Catherine Koontz Epperson.
Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends. She was a devoted mother...
David George Williams
Jul 19, 2026
David G. Williams, of Oakfield, NY, born on October 26, 1942, in Carthage, New York, passed away peacefully at home on July 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. David's journey through life was one marked by warmth, laughter, and an unwavering devotion to his family and friends.
David was the beloved son of the late Walter and...
Deborah A. Rast
Jul 15, 2026
Batavia - Deborah A. Rast 64 of Aurora, Indiana formerly of Batavia, New York passed away in the loving presence of her family on Wednesday (July 15, 2026) at her home.Deborah was born August 26,1961 in Buffalo, New York. A daughter of Thomas and Mary Anne (Wrazen) Sekuterski.Deb graduated from Depew high school in 1979. Then met the love of...
Mae Elaine Wheeler
Jul 15, 2026
Mae Elaine Wheeler, 87, of Churchville, passed away on July 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, at LeRoy Village Green, LeRoy, NY.
She was born on January 21, 1939, in Churchville, a daughter of the late Arnold and Maryann (Pimm) Baker.
Mae graduated from Churchville-Chili High School and married the love of her life, Larry Wheeler, on August 17, 1957. Together,...
Joan Lundmark
Jul 13, 2026
Joan Lundmark, 83, of Oakfield, passed away on July 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on December 5, 1942, in Batavia, a daughter of the late Claude and Dorothy (Erhardt) Goetz.
Joan was a devoted member of East Shelby Community Bible Church and a former member of the Oakfield Ladies Auxiliary and the Oakfield Fire Department. She found...
Richard Alexander Gdanice
Jul 12, 2026
Richard Alexander Gdanice Sr., 88, of Basom, passed away on July 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on July 14, 1937, in Buffalo, a son of the late Helen (Gonzowski) Surma.
Richard was a true outdoorsman who found great enjoyment in hunting, fishing, and trapping. He also had a lifelong passion for working on vehicles and, in his...
Bernard Eugene Pangrazio Sr.
Jul 11, 2026
Bernard Eugene Pangrazio Sr., 85, passed away on July 11, 2026, at Gateway Home, Attica.
Bernard was born August 23, 1940, in Batavia, New York, the son of the Late Laverne Sr. and Anita (Stewart) Pangrazio. He married the love of his life, Joan Galliford, on April 19, 1958.
Bernard found great satisfaction in farming, construction, scrapping, and operating his heavy equipment....
James L. Emery
Jul 8, 2026
Oakfield - James L. Emery, 52, passed away on July 8, 2026.Jimmy was born on May 19, 1974 in Batavia, the son of Jean Emery Cape and John Cape of Clarendon.He was a graduate of Elba Central School and worked at The Rez in Basom. Jimmy enjoyed 4 wheeling, snowmobiling, riding his motorcycle and working on anything with a motor....
