Obituaries
Local obituaries for Batavia, New York and surrounding areas
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Marianne Cupler
May 31, 2026
Marianne (Easton) Cupler, 66, of Wyoming, New York, passed away suddenly on May 31, 2026. She was born on October 18, 1959, in Batavia, daughter of the late Wilbur and Julia (Mickolaczyk) Easton.
Marianne was a woman with an open heart who welcomed everyone she met with kindness and compassion. She was always willing to lend a helping hand, especially to...
Joseph A. Martinez
Jun 14, 2026
Pavilion - Joseph A. Martinez, 23 of Pavilion passed away on Sunday (June 14, 2026) in Stafford as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.Joseph was born January 18, 2003 in Batavia, a son of Jose (Kristin) Martinez, Jr. of Englewood, Florida and Michelle (Timothy) Crawford of Batavia.Joseph was a handsome young man with a kind heart, a...
James A. Keller
Dec 31, 2025
James A. Keller (Smoker) of Bergen was born Oct 13, 1937. James passed on Dec 31, 2025 at the Batavia VA Medical Center peacefully in his sleep.
James was preceded in death by his parents Viola and Andrew Keller, sisters, Martha Shepard and Jean MacConnell, wife Wilda (Huffer), son, Jon and step daughter Merry.
He is survived by his sons Vincent and...
Carol Shellman Wright
Jan 26, 2026
Carol S. Wright passed away on January 26, 2026 at the age of 95. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 73 years Donald A Wright. She leaves behind (2) daughters Lynn (Lou) Spiotti, Jan (Jeff) Langswager as well as (4) grandchildren Chris (Paige) Langswager, Nick (Elizabeth) Langswager, Kristen (Mike) Tompkins, Lisa (Billy) Johnsen, (7) great-grandchildren, and many nieces...
Richard C. Smith
Jun 1, 2026
Richard C. Smith, aged 59, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026.
Richard was born on March 5, 1967 in Lockport, son to Colleen K. Smith.
He had many fond memories of growing up on Edward Street in Batavia and made many lifelong friends there. Richard was honored to have spent much of his life being a coach to many...
Lloyd Wayne Cacner
Jun 11, 2026
Lloyd Wayne Cacner, 90, of East Bethany and Mt. Morris, passed away unexpectedly on June 11, 2026, at Noyes Memorial Hospital, Dansville.
He was born on May 30, 1936, in Batavia, son of the late Lloyd Lewis and Marian (Cosway) Cacner.
Since 1963, Wayne was a devoted member, deacon, and elder of First Presbyterian Church of Batavia, where his faith has played an...
Carol Dilcher
Jun 15, 2026
Carol (Hart) Dilcher, 82, of Oakfield, New York, passed away after a lengthy illness on June 15, 2026.
She was born on August 22, 1943, in Bergen, daughter of the late John and June (Thomas) Hart.
Carol graduated from Byron-Bergen High School in 1962 and, on July 1, 1966, married the love of her life, Charles Dilcher, beginning a devoted marriage filled...
Richard C. Donath
Jun 13, 2026
Richard C. Donath, age 84, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at Greenfield Health and Rehabilitation Center in Lancaster.He was born on January 23, 1942 in Buffalo, a son of the late Horace O. and Arliene L. Austin Donath.He served with the United States Navy from 1964-67 and worked as a mason for many years with the Rochester Bricklayers...
Edward R. Doody, Sr.
Jun 9, 2026
Batavia - Edward R. Doody, Sr., age 79, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at the New York State Veterans Home with his family by his side.Ed was born on April 14, 1947 in Batavia, a son of the late Earl Ray and Jean Dean Doody.He proudly served in the United States Army from 1966 to 1969. He dedicated...
William W Wakeman
Jun 6, 2026
Alabama's oldest teenager graduated to glory on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Born and residing on Lewiston Road for all of his 88 years, Bill Wakeman lived, loved, and served his family and neighbors with generosity and joy.
Bill was born on October 5, 1937, to Edith Newton Wakeman and William Henry Wakeman, who trained him in the ways of self-sufficiency that...
Pauline May Crossett
Jun 4, 2026
Pauline May Crossett passed away peacefully at home on June 4th, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 28, 1941, in Seaford, Delaware the fourth daughter of Viola (Bartz) Shattuck and Mervin Shattuck. Pauline shared stories of how she was her father's favorite and how he always carried her around on a pillow.
Because her family...
Samuel Duane Ferris
Jun 3, 2026
Alabama - Samuel Duane Ferris, 53, passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2026 at Rochester General Hospital, surrounded by family.
Born on November 23, 1972 in Batavia, Samuel lived a life marked by love, dedication, humor, and kindness. He was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend who touched the lives of everyone who knew him.
He is survived by the...
Walter L. Hejl
Jun 2, 2026
Walter L. Hejl, 92, passed away on June 2, 2026, in Batavia, New York.
Walter was a loving husband, step-father, and family man whose greatest joy in life was spending time with those he loved. He is survived by his beloved wife, Kathleen (Donohue) Hejl; his step-son, Walter Hirtreiter, daughter in law Ping Chen, and many extended family members.
He was preceded...
Karyle Smith
May 31, 2026
Karyle Leanne (Mierke) Smith of Elba, peacefully entered her eternal garden of rest on May 31st, 2026, at the age of 82. Born December 29th, 1943, to Harold Francis and Luella Mary (Bastian) Mierke of Lyons, NY.
Karyle is survived by her children Shawn (Donna) Lane, Michele (Frank) Maniaci, Patrick (Debra) Lane, David (Denise) Morse, Francis (Patricia) Smith, Brian (Sue) Smith,...
Barbara Ann Greenbaum
May 28, 2026
Barbara Ann (Platt) Greenbaum, 73, of Batavia, New York, passed away on May 28, 2026, at Crossroads House in Batavia, surrounded by her family. She was born on May 3, 1953, in Batavia, the same community she would call home throughout her life.
Barbara was the daughter of Robert and Mildred (Foote) Platt, who preceded her in death. She was a...
Barbara R. Manes
May 28, 2026
Barbara Ruth Manes passed away peacefully on May 28th 2026 on her 85th birthday.
She was a loving mother to Debbie, Glenn (Lisa), Chris (Candy), and Timothy (Molly), devoted wife to James, and adoring grandmother to Brittany, Chris, Julianna, Stormi and Owen. Her greatest joys were her 9 great-grandchildren Peyton, Aliyah, and Camilla (Chris and Zaneta Manes) Shea (Britt and...
Daniel Peter Trendel
May 27, 2026
Batavia - Daniel Peter Trendel, 82, of Batavia, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center.He was born on August 20, 1943 in Batavia, son of the late Walter Trendel, Sr. and Eileen Murtaugh Trendel.Dan proudly served his country from 1961-1963 in the United States Army and worked at the New York State School for the...
Shirley Ann Taylor
May 26, 2026
On May 26, 2026, Shirley Taylor was taken to the Lord.
She was born February 22, 1950 In Batavia, daughter of the late Albin and Helen (Macugowski) Simonds.
Shirley loved life and could always be heard laughing. She always had a positive attitude.
She owned and operated her own Hair Salon in her home for years. Her clients were like family to her....
Braad Brooks
May 20, 2026
Oakfield - Braad Brooks, age 74, passed away at his home on May 20, 2026.He was born on October 10, 1951, in Batavia a son of the late Wilfred S. and Juanita A. Thomas Brooks.A lifetime resident of Oakfield, he was employed at My-T Acres in Batavia for many years. Braad enjoyed cooking and loved his cats.He is survived by...
Jeanette Moss
May 20, 2026
Jeanette (Jan) Moss, 73, of Batavia, NY, passed away on May 20, 2026, at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia, NY.
Jeanette was born on February 6, 1953, in Rochester, NY, to the late Edwin and Lucille (Folts) Beach.
Jan loved animals and found her greatest joy in spending time with her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking hearty meals for those...
Marianne Cupler
May 31, 2026
Marianne (Easton) Cupler, 66, of Wyoming, New York, passed away suddenly on May 31, 2026. She was born on October 18, 1959, in Batavia, daughter of the late Wilbur and Julia (Mickolaczyk) Easton.
Marianne was a woman with an open heart who welcomed everyone she met with kindness and compassion. She was always willing to lend a helping hand, especially to...
Joseph A. Martinez
Jun 14, 2026
Pavilion - Joseph A. Martinez, 23 of Pavilion passed away on Sunday (June 14, 2026) in Stafford as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.Joseph was born January 18, 2003 in Batavia, a son of Jose (Kristin) Martinez, Jr. of Englewood, Florida and Michelle (Timothy) Crawford of Batavia.Joseph was a handsome young man with a kind heart, a...
James A. Keller
Dec 31, 2025
James A. Keller (Smoker) of Bergen was born Oct 13, 1937. James passed on Dec 31, 2025 at the Batavia VA Medical Center peacefully in his sleep.
James was preceded in death by his parents Viola and Andrew Keller, sisters, Martha Shepard and Jean MacConnell, wife Wilda (Huffer), son, Jon and step daughter Merry.
He is survived by his sons Vincent and...
Carol Shellman Wright
Jan 26, 2026
Carol S. Wright passed away on January 26, 2026 at the age of 95. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 73 years Donald A Wright. She leaves behind (2) daughters Lynn (Lou) Spiotti, Jan (Jeff) Langswager as well as (4) grandchildren Chris (Paige) Langswager, Nick (Elizabeth) Langswager, Kristen (Mike) Tompkins, Lisa (Billy) Johnsen, (7) great-grandchildren, and many nieces...
Richard C. Smith
Jun 1, 2026
Richard C. Smith, aged 59, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026.
Richard was born on March 5, 1967 in Lockport, son to Colleen K. Smith.
He had many fond memories of growing up on Edward Street in Batavia and made many lifelong friends there. Richard was honored to have spent much of his life being a coach to many...
Lloyd Wayne Cacner
Jun 11, 2026
Lloyd Wayne Cacner, 90, of East Bethany and Mt. Morris, passed away unexpectedly on June 11, 2026, at Noyes Memorial Hospital, Dansville.
He was born on May 30, 1936, in Batavia, son of the late Lloyd Lewis and Marian (Cosway) Cacner.
Since 1963, Wayne was a devoted member, deacon, and elder of First Presbyterian Church of Batavia, where his faith has played an...
Carol Dilcher
Jun 15, 2026
Carol (Hart) Dilcher, 82, of Oakfield, New York, passed away after a lengthy illness on June 15, 2026.
She was born on August 22, 1943, in Bergen, daughter of the late John and June (Thomas) Hart.
Carol graduated from Byron-Bergen High School in 1962 and, on July 1, 1966, married the love of her life, Charles Dilcher, beginning a devoted marriage filled...
Richard C. Donath
Jun 13, 2026
Richard C. Donath, age 84, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at Greenfield Health and Rehabilitation Center in Lancaster.He was born on January 23, 1942 in Buffalo, a son of the late Horace O. and Arliene L. Austin Donath.He served with the United States Navy from 1964-67 and worked as a mason for many years with the Rochester Bricklayers...
Edward R. Doody, Sr.
Jun 9, 2026
Batavia - Edward R. Doody, Sr., age 79, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at the New York State Veterans Home with his family by his side.Ed was born on April 14, 1947 in Batavia, a son of the late Earl Ray and Jean Dean Doody.He proudly served in the United States Army from 1966 to 1969. He dedicated...
William W Wakeman
Jun 6, 2026
Alabama's oldest teenager graduated to glory on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Born and residing on Lewiston Road for all of his 88 years, Bill Wakeman lived, loved, and served his family and neighbors with generosity and joy.
Bill was born on October 5, 1937, to Edith Newton Wakeman and William Henry Wakeman, who trained him in the ways of self-sufficiency that...
Pauline May Crossett
Jun 4, 2026
Pauline May Crossett passed away peacefully at home on June 4th, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 28, 1941, in Seaford, Delaware the fourth daughter of Viola (Bartz) Shattuck and Mervin Shattuck. Pauline shared stories of how she was her father's favorite and how he always carried her around on a pillow.
Because her family...
Samuel Duane Ferris
Jun 3, 2026
Alabama - Samuel Duane Ferris, 53, passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2026 at Rochester General Hospital, surrounded by family.
Born on November 23, 1972 in Batavia, Samuel lived a life marked by love, dedication, humor, and kindness. He was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend who touched the lives of everyone who knew him.
He is survived by the...
Walter L. Hejl
Jun 2, 2026
Walter L. Hejl, 92, passed away on June 2, 2026, in Batavia, New York.
Walter was a loving husband, step-father, and family man whose greatest joy in life was spending time with those he loved. He is survived by his beloved wife, Kathleen (Donohue) Hejl; his step-son, Walter Hirtreiter, daughter in law Ping Chen, and many extended family members.
He was preceded...
Karyle Smith
May 31, 2026
Karyle Leanne (Mierke) Smith of Elba, peacefully entered her eternal garden of rest on May 31st, 2026, at the age of 82. Born December 29th, 1943, to Harold Francis and Luella Mary (Bastian) Mierke of Lyons, NY.
Karyle is survived by her children Shawn (Donna) Lane, Michele (Frank) Maniaci, Patrick (Debra) Lane, David (Denise) Morse, Francis (Patricia) Smith, Brian (Sue) Smith,...
Barbara Ann Greenbaum
May 28, 2026
Barbara Ann (Platt) Greenbaum, 73, of Batavia, New York, passed away on May 28, 2026, at Crossroads House in Batavia, surrounded by her family. She was born on May 3, 1953, in Batavia, the same community she would call home throughout her life.
Barbara was the daughter of Robert and Mildred (Foote) Platt, who preceded her in death. She was a...
Barbara R. Manes
May 28, 2026
Barbara Ruth Manes passed away peacefully on May 28th 2026 on her 85th birthday.
She was a loving mother to Debbie, Glenn (Lisa), Chris (Candy), and Timothy (Molly), devoted wife to James, and adoring grandmother to Brittany, Chris, Julianna, Stormi and Owen. Her greatest joys were her 9 great-grandchildren Peyton, Aliyah, and Camilla (Chris and Zaneta Manes) Shea (Britt and...
Daniel Peter Trendel
May 27, 2026
Batavia - Daniel Peter Trendel, 82, of Batavia, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center.He was born on August 20, 1943 in Batavia, son of the late Walter Trendel, Sr. and Eileen Murtaugh Trendel.Dan proudly served his country from 1961-1963 in the United States Army and worked at the New York State School for the...
Shirley Ann Taylor
May 26, 2026
On May 26, 2026, Shirley Taylor was taken to the Lord.
She was born February 22, 1950 In Batavia, daughter of the late Albin and Helen (Macugowski) Simonds.
Shirley loved life and could always be heard laughing. She always had a positive attitude.
She owned and operated her own Hair Salon in her home for years. Her clients were like family to her....
Braad Brooks
May 20, 2026
Oakfield - Braad Brooks, age 74, passed away at his home on May 20, 2026.He was born on October 10, 1951, in Batavia a son of the late Wilfred S. and Juanita A. Thomas Brooks.A lifetime resident of Oakfield, he was employed at My-T Acres in Batavia for many years. Braad enjoyed cooking and loved his cats.He is survived by...
Jeanette Moss
May 20, 2026
Jeanette (Jan) Moss, 73, of Batavia, NY, passed away on May 20, 2026, at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia, NY.
Jeanette was born on February 6, 1953, in Rochester, NY, to the late Edwin and Lucille (Folts) Beach.
Jan loved animals and found her greatest joy in spending time with her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking hearty meals for those...
