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Local obituaries for Batavia, New York and surrounding areas
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Patricia M. Surdyke
Dec 15, 2024
Patricia M. Surdyke, 69, of Bergen, passed away on December 15, 2024 at her home.
Patricia was born December 1, 1955 in Buffalo, a daughter of the late Edmund and Rita (McAdam) Sullivan.
Patricia enjoyed gardening, camping and the casino. Above all else, she loved being with her family.
Surviving are her husband, Keith Surdyke; two sons, Scott Surdyke and Matthew Surdyke; grandchildren,...
Randy M. Sackett
Dec 13, 2024
Randy M. Sackett, 64, of Stafford, passed away on December 13, 2024.
Randy was born May 6, 1960 in Watertown, a son of the late Wayne and Beatrice (Tharrett) Sackett.
Randy enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and camping; motorcycles, cars, listening to music and watching Westerns. He will be remembered as a loving father, son, brother, friend and papa to his fur...
Wesley Dunn
Dec 12, 2024
Central Bridge - Wesley A. Dunn, 75 of Central Bridge passed away on Thursday, (December 12, 2024) at St. Johnsville Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Saint Johnsville. Mr. Dunn was born November 5, 1949 in Rochester, a son of the late Herbert Spurles and Martha Dunn. Wesley served his country honorably and was a proud Army veteran. He was a...
Robert J. Dercqu Jr.
Dec 12, 2024
Batavia - Robert J. Dercqu, Jr., 68 of Batavia passed away on Thursday, (December 12, 2024) at Unity Hospital in Rochester. Mr. Dercqu was born March 25, 1956 in Pennsylvania a son of the late Robert J. Dercqu Sr. and Helen (Gaurch) Dercqu. He is survived by his longtime companion, Anna Martell; sons, Peter Dercqu, and Robert J. Dercqu, III;...
Kimberly Gloskowski
Dec 12, 2024
Kimberly Gloskowski, age 59, of Batavia, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at Crossroads House, Batavia. Kimberly was born on Monday, April 5, 1965 in Batavia, the daughter of the late Gordon and Sharon (Heale) Kilner. She was a caring soul who loved her family dearly and took great joy in spending time with them. One of her favorite...
Donald E. Eschenlauer
Dec 11, 2024
Batavia - Donald E. Eschenlauer, 89 of Batavia, passed away on December 11, 2024 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.
Donald was born September 13, 1935 in Buffalo to the late Frank and Marion (Reitmier) Eschenlauer.
Donald worked for 50+ years at Try-Lock Roofing, and also worked for many years as an engineer for the South Buffalo Railway. He always enjoyed...
Thomas H. Lambert
Dec 9, 2024
Thomas H. Lambert, resident of Elba, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 9, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on Thursday, November 11, 1943, in Batavia, Thomas lived a life filled with love, service, and dedication. Thomas proudly served his country in the Navy as a Seabees, embodying a spirit of duty and honor that remained with him throughout...
Nancy P. Beedham
Dec 6, 2024
Nancy P. Beedham, cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 6th, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family at the age of 89. Born on Sunday, July 28th, 1935, in Butler, New York, Nancy was a beloved resident of Bergen, where she lived a life full of love, joy, and dedication to her family....
Rosetta Hickman
Nov 26, 2024
Rosetta Hickman, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 26th, 2024, at the age of 93. Born on Wednesday, November 25th, 1931, in Glade Spring, Virginia, Rosetta lived a life filled with love, dedication, and cherished memories. She worked for many years in food preparation at the Treadway Inn in Batavia. Rosetta had a passion for scrapbooking and canning, activities that...
Candy L. Hutchison
Nov 21, 2024
Bergen - Candy L. Hutchison, 50 of Bergen passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at her home in Bergen. She was born February 14, 1974 in Brockport, New York, a daughter of Wayne and the late Donelda Drosky. Candy enjoyed playing video games, had a love for cats and scary movies but most importantly loved spending time with her...
Sally A. Fisher
Nov 20, 2024
Rochester - Sally A. Fisher, 82 of Rochester passed away on Wednesday, (November 20, 2024) at Highland Hospital in Rochester. Ms. Fisher was born April 25, 1942 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Joseph and Georgia (Morris) Fisher. Sally enjoyed reading and wintering in Florida. She is survived by her brother, Jay (Vicki Currier) Fisher of Batavia; sister-in-law, Sandra...
Elizabeth M. Heale
Nov 18, 2024
Elizabeth M. Heale (nee Bartz) took her last breath on earth and her first breath in Heaven on November 18, 2024, just short of her 105th birthday. She was born on December 4, 1919 in Batavia, NY the daughter of the late John and Flossie Bartz, both who predecease her. She was one of 13 children and is predeceased by...
Roger J Ridd
Nov 16, 2024
Roger J. Ridd, age 58, of Bergen, passed away at his home on November 16, 2024. Roger was born on Monday, December 27, 1965 in Batavia, a son of late Herbert “Herb” and Josephine (Beedham) Ridd. He was a quiet man who enjoyed watching NASCAR, football, and baseball. Roger would love to spend time with his family, kayaking, and always...
Christine R. Martz
Nov 15, 2024
Christine R. Martz, 75, of Churchville, passed away on November 15, 2024 at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.
Christine was born April 21, 1949 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Clarence and Virginia (Robbins) Rogers.
Christine was a member of the Rochester Oratorio Society and the Bergen Evangelical Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed playing the piano and watching the Buffalo Bills....
Caroline M. Gray
Nov 15, 2024
Caroline M. Gray, 80, of Warsaw and formerly of Batavia, passed away on November 15, 2024 at East Side Living and Rehabilitation Center in Warsaw. Caroline was born June 16, 1944 in Rochester, a daughter of the late James and Dorothy Lougheed. Caroline enjoyed spending time with her family, playing cards and visiting Letchworth State Park. Surviving are her children,...
James A. Baldwin Sr.
Nov 14, 2024
James A Baldwin, 84, entered eternal rest on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at United Memorial Medical Center. Born on January 9, 1940, in Batavia, NY, he was a son of the late Edward A. and Jane S. (Barnard) Baldwin. A graduate of SUNY Morrisville and a proud onion farmer of the Elba community, he devoted countless hours to his family...
Richard W. Saville Jr.
Nov 10, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family of Richard W. Saville Jr. announce his sudden passing on Sunday November 10. 2024 at the age of 72. Dick will be lovingly remembered and missed by his wife of 50 years, Cheryl; his daughter, Erin (Jeremy) Martz; his son, Brian (Kaleigh) Saville; and his grandson Josiah. Also, by his sisters, Melissa...
Robert H. Alwardt
Nov 10, 2024
Batavia - Robert H. Alwardt, 90 of Batavia passed away on Sunday, (November 10, 2024) at Unity Hospital in Rochester. Robert was born March 31, 1934 in Attica, a son of the late Howard and Norma (Wheeler) Alwardt. Robert was a member of the Batavia First Presbyterian Church for over 60 years. He loved woodworking, painting, dancing and many activities...
James H. Hutchison
Nov 6, 2024
Byron - James H. Hutchison, 81 of Byron passed away on Wednesday, (November 6, 2024) at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. Mr. Hutchison was born May 29, 1943 in Buffalo, a son of the late James W. and Ella C. (Walters) Hutchison. Jim grew up in Orchard Park and was a member of the Boy Scouts Troop #288, where...
Sharon J. Barnard
Nov 4, 2024
El Paso, Texas - Sharon J. Barnard, 82 of El Paso, Texas and formerly of Byron and Corfu passed away on Monday, (November 4, 2024) under the care of Faith Hospice in El Paso.
Mrs. Barnard was born April 30, 1942 in Buffalo a daughter of the late Henry and Sylvia (Schumacher) Mech.
She was inspirational to all who knew her and...
Patricia M. Surdyke
Dec 15, 2024
Patricia M. Surdyke, 69, of Bergen, passed away on December 15, 2024 at her home.
Patricia was born December 1, 1955 in Buffalo, a daughter of the late Edmund and Rita (McAdam) Sullivan.
Patricia enjoyed gardening, camping and the casino. Above all else, she loved being with her family.
Surviving are her husband, Keith Surdyke; two sons, Scott Surdyke and Matthew Surdyke; grandchildren,...
Randy M. Sackett
Dec 13, 2024
Randy M. Sackett, 64, of Stafford, passed away on December 13, 2024.
Randy was born May 6, 1960 in Watertown, a son of the late Wayne and Beatrice (Tharrett) Sackett.
Randy enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and camping; motorcycles, cars, listening to music and watching Westerns. He will be remembered as a loving father, son, brother, friend and papa to his fur...
Wesley Dunn
Dec 12, 2024
Central Bridge - Wesley A. Dunn, 75 of Central Bridge passed away on Thursday, (December 12, 2024) at St. Johnsville Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Saint Johnsville. Mr. Dunn was born November 5, 1949 in Rochester, a son of the late Herbert Spurles and Martha Dunn. Wesley served his country honorably and was a proud Army veteran. He was a...
Robert J. Dercqu Jr.
Dec 12, 2024
Batavia - Robert J. Dercqu, Jr., 68 of Batavia passed away on Thursday, (December 12, 2024) at Unity Hospital in Rochester. Mr. Dercqu was born March 25, 1956 in Pennsylvania a son of the late Robert J. Dercqu Sr. and Helen (Gaurch) Dercqu. He is survived by his longtime companion, Anna Martell; sons, Peter Dercqu, and Robert J. Dercqu, III;...
Kimberly Gloskowski
Dec 12, 2024
Kimberly Gloskowski, age 59, of Batavia, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at Crossroads House, Batavia. Kimberly was born on Monday, April 5, 1965 in Batavia, the daughter of the late Gordon and Sharon (Heale) Kilner. She was a caring soul who loved her family dearly and took great joy in spending time with them. One of her favorite...
Donald E. Eschenlauer
Dec 11, 2024
Batavia - Donald E. Eschenlauer, 89 of Batavia, passed away on December 11, 2024 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.
Donald was born September 13, 1935 in Buffalo to the late Frank and Marion (Reitmier) Eschenlauer.
Donald worked for 50+ years at Try-Lock Roofing, and also worked for many years as an engineer for the South Buffalo Railway. He always enjoyed...
Thomas H. Lambert
Dec 9, 2024
Thomas H. Lambert, resident of Elba, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 9, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on Thursday, November 11, 1943, in Batavia, Thomas lived a life filled with love, service, and dedication. Thomas proudly served his country in the Navy as a Seabees, embodying a spirit of duty and honor that remained with him throughout...
Nancy P. Beedham
Dec 6, 2024
Nancy P. Beedham, cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 6th, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family at the age of 89. Born on Sunday, July 28th, 1935, in Butler, New York, Nancy was a beloved resident of Bergen, where she lived a life full of love, joy, and dedication to her family....
Rosetta Hickman
Nov 26, 2024
Rosetta Hickman, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 26th, 2024, at the age of 93. Born on Wednesday, November 25th, 1931, in Glade Spring, Virginia, Rosetta lived a life filled with love, dedication, and cherished memories. She worked for many years in food preparation at the Treadway Inn in Batavia. Rosetta had a passion for scrapbooking and canning, activities that...
Candy L. Hutchison
Nov 21, 2024
Bergen - Candy L. Hutchison, 50 of Bergen passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at her home in Bergen. She was born February 14, 1974 in Brockport, New York, a daughter of Wayne and the late Donelda Drosky. Candy enjoyed playing video games, had a love for cats and scary movies but most importantly loved spending time with her...
Sally A. Fisher
Nov 20, 2024
Rochester - Sally A. Fisher, 82 of Rochester passed away on Wednesday, (November 20, 2024) at Highland Hospital in Rochester. Ms. Fisher was born April 25, 1942 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Joseph and Georgia (Morris) Fisher. Sally enjoyed reading and wintering in Florida. She is survived by her brother, Jay (Vicki Currier) Fisher of Batavia; sister-in-law, Sandra...
Elizabeth M. Heale
Nov 18, 2024
Elizabeth M. Heale (nee Bartz) took her last breath on earth and her first breath in Heaven on November 18, 2024, just short of her 105th birthday. She was born on December 4, 1919 in Batavia, NY the daughter of the late John and Flossie Bartz, both who predecease her. She was one of 13 children and is predeceased by...
Roger J Ridd
Nov 16, 2024
Roger J. Ridd, age 58, of Bergen, passed away at his home on November 16, 2024. Roger was born on Monday, December 27, 1965 in Batavia, a son of late Herbert “Herb” and Josephine (Beedham) Ridd. He was a quiet man who enjoyed watching NASCAR, football, and baseball. Roger would love to spend time with his family, kayaking, and always...
Christine R. Martz
Nov 15, 2024
Christine R. Martz, 75, of Churchville, passed away on November 15, 2024 at the LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home.
Christine was born April 21, 1949 in Batavia, a daughter of the late Clarence and Virginia (Robbins) Rogers.
Christine was a member of the Rochester Oratorio Society and the Bergen Evangelical Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed playing the piano and watching the Buffalo Bills....
Caroline M. Gray
Nov 15, 2024
Caroline M. Gray, 80, of Warsaw and formerly of Batavia, passed away on November 15, 2024 at East Side Living and Rehabilitation Center in Warsaw. Caroline was born June 16, 1944 in Rochester, a daughter of the late James and Dorothy Lougheed. Caroline enjoyed spending time with her family, playing cards and visiting Letchworth State Park. Surviving are her children,...
James A. Baldwin Sr.
Nov 14, 2024
James A Baldwin, 84, entered eternal rest on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at United Memorial Medical Center. Born on January 9, 1940, in Batavia, NY, he was a son of the late Edward A. and Jane S. (Barnard) Baldwin. A graduate of SUNY Morrisville and a proud onion farmer of the Elba community, he devoted countless hours to his family...
Richard W. Saville Jr.
Nov 10, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family of Richard W. Saville Jr. announce his sudden passing on Sunday November 10. 2024 at the age of 72. Dick will be lovingly remembered and missed by his wife of 50 years, Cheryl; his daughter, Erin (Jeremy) Martz; his son, Brian (Kaleigh) Saville; and his grandson Josiah. Also, by his sisters, Melissa...
Robert H. Alwardt
Nov 10, 2024
Batavia - Robert H. Alwardt, 90 of Batavia passed away on Sunday, (November 10, 2024) at Unity Hospital in Rochester. Robert was born March 31, 1934 in Attica, a son of the late Howard and Norma (Wheeler) Alwardt. Robert was a member of the Batavia First Presbyterian Church for over 60 years. He loved woodworking, painting, dancing and many activities...
James H. Hutchison
Nov 6, 2024
Byron - James H. Hutchison, 81 of Byron passed away on Wednesday, (November 6, 2024) at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. Mr. Hutchison was born May 29, 1943 in Buffalo, a son of the late James W. and Ella C. (Walters) Hutchison. Jim grew up in Orchard Park and was a member of the Boy Scouts Troop #288, where...
Sharon J. Barnard
Nov 4, 2024
El Paso, Texas - Sharon J. Barnard, 82 of El Paso, Texas and formerly of Byron and Corfu passed away on Monday, (November 4, 2024) under the care of Faith Hospice in El Paso.
Mrs. Barnard was born April 30, 1942 in Buffalo a daughter of the late Henry and Sylvia (Schumacher) Mech.
She was inspirational to all who knew her and...
