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Audrey Jean Moyles

Aug 25, 2025

Audrey Jean Moyles (94) of Batavia passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025 at Premier Genesee Nursing Home. Audrey was preceded in death by her grandparents John & Mary Krantz; beloved mother Mary Krantz Worth; husband Donald A. Moyles; daughter Sandra Hoffmeister; brother Robert Sherman; and granddaughter Angela Lee Ragusa. Audrey is survived by her daughter Linda Delong (Barry); son-in-law...

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Robert W. Stokes

Aug 24, 2025

Batavia - Robert W. Stokes, left us on Sunday, August 24, 2025. Born on October 4, 1968, Robert was a lifelong resident of Batavia. Robert is survived by his loving father, Erwin Stokes Sr., as well as his cherished siblings: brothers Erwin Stokes Jr., Michael Stokes, and James (Julie Kosko) Stokes, and his sister Debra Stokes, all residing in Batavia....

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Susan Hunt

Aug 23, 2025

Susan Hunt, 89, of Bergen, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Hunt was born April 19, 1936, in Java, NY, a daughter of the late William and Margaret (Murphy) McGee. Susan graduated from Arcade High School and married the love of her life, Warren Hunt Sr., on October 6, 1962....

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Richard O. Hameister Jr.

Aug 21, 2025

Batavia - Richard O. Hameister, Jr., 64 of Batavia passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at his home. Mr. Hameister was born December 10, 1960 in Lowville, a son of the late Richard O. Hameister, Sr. and Sally (Bannon) Hameister. He is survived by his daughter, Paige Hameister of Le Roy; and his sisters, Cynthia (James) McGowan of...

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Vito J. Gautieri Sr.

Aug 18, 2025

Vito J. Gautieri, Sr. lived 94 extraordinary years rooted in hard work, family, and service. Born July 1, 1931, in Batavia, NY to John and Lucia, he carried forward the proud heritage of Calitri, Italy. After serving his country in the U.S. Army and furthering his education at RIT, Vito began what would become a decades-long journey in construction and...

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Patricia Jean Copran

Aug 9, 2025

Corfu - Patricia Jean (Lee) Copran passed away on August 9, 2025 in Batavia, NY surrounded by her loving family. Though born in Jamestown, NY on July 19, 1928, she moved to Niagara Falls, NY as a child where she resided until relocating to Corfu in 1991. Patricia was the beloved daughter of the late Walter and Viola (Hansen) Lee...

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Joseph Casey

Aug 9, 2025

Joseph “Mike” Casey, Sr., of Batavia, age 80, passed away on August 9, 2025 at Orchard Rehab and Nursing Center, Medina. He was born October 17, 1944, in Batavia, New York, a son of the late Christopher and Mary Louise (Redmond) Casey. Mike graduated from Notre Dame High School, Batavia and went on to get his bachelors at Niagara University....

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Vickie Almquist

Aug 6, 2025

Bergen –Vickie Almquist, 74, of Bergen, passed away on Wednesday, (August 6, 2025) at Strong Memorial Hospital, in Rochester. Vickie was born September 6, 1950 in North Platte, Nebraska, a daughter of the late Earl and F. Eileen (Talbot) Almquist. Vickie graduated from Pratt University in Brooklyn NY with a degree in fashion design. She lived for almost 40 years...

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Nancy Lee Reimer

Aug 6, 2025

Nancy Lee Reimer (née Bell), age 79, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025 in Batavia, New York. Born on November 7, 1945, in Buffalo, New York, she was the beloved daughter of the late Harry and Mae (Giesz) Bell and sister to the late George Bell. She is survived by her brother, Michael Bell. A proud graduate of Alden...

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Dorothy R. Barrett

Jul 31, 2025

On Thursday, July 31, 2025, our beloved mother, Dorothy Ruth Barrett (Scarborough), met her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, face to face. She was 99 years old. Her husband of 75 years, John Donald (Don, JD) Barrett, preceded her in death on June 14, 2023. Dorothy was the youngest daughter of Irvin F. and Eva A. (Klotzbach) Scarborough, born on...

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Prudence M. DiPiazza

Jul 22, 2025

Prudence M. DiPiazza, of Williamsville, formerly of Batavia and College Park, Maryland passed away after a short illness. She is the daughter of the late Samuel and Mary (Allenza) DiPiazza. She is survived by her loving brother Albert (Vanessa) of Ocala, FL and many extended family members and cousins. Prudy was an educator of elementary aged children holding multiple positions...

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Dale Thomas Radka

Jul 19, 2025

Dale Radka, age 89, of Batavia, New York, passed away on July 19, 2025. Dale, also known as Grandfather, Pops and Dad, was born to parents August and Mildred (Fleischman) Radka on December 14, 1935, in Buffalo, New York. Dale spent his early years growing up in the iconic Fruit Belt with his brothers Roger and Bruce. In 1953, Dale’s...

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Joyce Marie (Kryman) Hagen

Jul 19, 2025

Batavia - Joyce Marie Kryman Hagen, age 88, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home. She was born on May 10, 1937, in Batavia, daughter of the late Albert L. and Orial Bluman Kryman. A 1955 graduate of Alexander Central School, she retired after 37 years from Agway, Inc. in 1992. A member of...

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Steven Decker

Jul 17, 2025

Batavia - Steven Decker, 75 of Batavia passed away on Thursday (July 17, 2025) at his home in Batavia. Mr. Decker was born January 27, 1950 in Buffalo, New York a son of the late Leo and Lenoyr (Salisbury) Decker. Steven enjoyed being a free spirit and loved his life in that way. He has a great sense of humor...

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Benjamin J. Bonarigo

Jul 17, 2025

Batavia - Benjamin J. "Ben" Bonarigo, 68, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 19, 1956 to the late Benjamin N. and Mary (Ferrando) Bonarigo. He is preceded in death by his sister, Rosemary (Bonarigo) Fiannaca. Born and raised in Batavia, New York, Ben was...

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Ida Lucille Dilcher

Jul 14, 2025

Oakfield - Ida Lucille Dilcher, 91 of Oakfield passed away on Monday (July 14, 2025) at Heritage Springs Memory Care Montoursville in Muncy, Pennsylvania where she had been residing. Ms. Dilcher was born July 26, 1933 in Oakfield, a daughter of the late Jesse, Sr. and Alta (Huey) Manes Ida enjoyed the company of her grandchildren, nieces, and nephews in...

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Janet S. Lee

Jul 14, 2025

Janet S. Lee, of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 14, 2025, at the age of 91. Born in Mount Vernon, on October 4, 1933, the daughter of the late William and Anne Richards Schmults. A long-time resident of Batavia, Janet is remembered fondly for her significant contributions to her community and her unwavering commitment to helping others. She...

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David J. Wison

Jul 10, 2025

David “Dave” J. Wilson, age 48, passed away July 11, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He was born on November 16, 1976, to Sandi and Gary Wilson.

A graduate of Lakeshore High in 1994 in Angola, NY, Dave was employed by the NYS Department of Corrections for 25 years, retiring last June. Dave enjoyed campy sci-fi movies, fishing, and...

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Geraldine F Cowell

Jul 10, 2025

Geraldine “Geri” F. Cowell, of Le Roy, age 68, passed away on July 10, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 24, 1957, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, a daughter of the late Walter and Audrey (McNall) Brooks. Geraldine graduated from El Paso High School and later went on to work many different careers, until...

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Bernice Ann Couillard

Jul 10, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and sadness that we announce the passing of Bernice Ann Couillard of Batavia, New York. Bernice had a compassion for everyone in life. She had a special gift when it came to children. Bernice and her late husband (Richard Couillard) were foster parents and cared for 64 children in a 16 year span. Bernice was...

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