Obituary Listing

Apr 19, 2024

Victor / Macedon:  Marilyn R. O'Meal passed away on April 19th, 2024 at the age of 90.  Marilyn is predeceased by parents Orey and Georgina Richards of Palmyra, and one brother, Evan Richards, of Williamsport, PA.

Marilyn is survived by her husband, Ernest D. O'Meal of Victor, and were married 60 years in January. Also, sons Larry...

Apr 17, 2024

Elizabeth J. Engels  "Frankenberger"

"Betty"

Walworth:  Passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at the age of 89.  She was born on Monday, January 7, 1935 to the late Thomas and Claire "DeWeaver" Frankenberger in Rochester, NY.   Betty was also predeceased by her brother Thomas Frankenberger; sister Jean Grimes, along with other family members and...

Apr 13, 2024

Allen Jay Sharrow

Ontario, NY/Sarasota, Florida

Passed away at his home in Ontario, on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at the age of 60.  He was born on Wednesday, September 18, 1963 at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital.  He was predeceased by his father Leland Sharrow in 1978.  Survived by his mother Barbara "Searles" Sharrow Reed; sisters, Bonnie...

Mar 28, 2024

James Spencer Halliley, 66, of Marion, NY passed away suddenly at his home on March 28, 2024. He was born on November 24,1957 in Churchville, NY to Gerald R. and Barbara J. Halliley.

Jim was a 1975 graduate of Churchville-Chili Central School, later a 1977 graduate of SUNY Canton, NY. He married Karen E. Navan in 1981...

Mar 26, 2024

Frederick "Ted" Lee Kelsey Ontario: Passed on March 26, 2024, with his children at his side, at the age of 82. Fred was predeceased by his son Richard "Chip" Lee Kelsey and parents George and Doris "Leiter" Kelsey.

Ted is survived by his sons Corky (Wendy Warren) and Robert (Melinda Plakus); two grandchildren Clint and Brooke; brother...

Mar 25, 2024

Maureen M. Baker   "Mother Mo"

Sodus, NY: Maureen M. Baker, died peacefully with her family by her side on March 25th at Strong Memorial Hospital.  She is predeceased by her husband Ronald Baker; parents Mary and Maurice Lewis. She is survived by her children MaryLee Almekinder and Brad Almekinder; Step Children, Kelly Colletta (John), Robert Baker (Kathie)...

Mar 23, 2024

Susan Y. "Young" Ver Plank

Marion:  Passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 23, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family and loving husband Dale. Her family recently celebrated her 75th birthday together.  Susan was born on Wednesday, March 16, 1949 to Howard and June "Robertson" Young in Rochester, New York. On  Saturday, May 4, 1968 Susan married her...

Mar 20, 2024

Palmyra – Tom passed away on March 20, 2024 at age 73. He was predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Elma Rolland and sister-in-law, Linda Rolland.

Tom is survived by his wife, Diane Rolland; children, Lisa (Tim) Moon, Kevin (Kelly) Day, and Sarah (Nick Keller) Day; grandchildren, Ashley, Timmy, Bethany, Wyatt, Utah, and Lexington; brothers, Richard and...

Mar 20, 2024

Charles John Perry

Perry:  Passed away at 102 years of age, on March 20, 2024, surrounded by his family. Charles was born June 24, 1921 to his parents Leo and Catherine "Schwab" Perry.  Raised on a farm in North Java, New York with 10 brothers and sisters.  He had farming in his blood working for several local...

Mar 14, 2024

Palmyra - Ramona (Goulden) Collins was born December 18, 1930, in Potsdam, NY. Growing up in the North Country, she enjoyed tapping maple trees and making syrup. She loved being a Girl Scout and had fond memories of hiking, camping, canoeing, volunteering at blood drives during WWII, and earning badges – especially woodworking. In 1947, she earned the Curved...

Mar 13, 2024

Sarah Louise Langer:

Accord, NY:  Age 29, departed from this world and entered eternal rest on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. She is survived by her devoted parents, Carl and Margaret Langer; her cherished sister Caroline Langer; her beloved brothers, James (Patricia) Langer and Jonathan Langer.  Sarah was a dearly loved "auntie" to her baby nephew and a...

Mar 11, 2024

Betty R. Packer

Ontario: Passed away peacefully on March 11, 2024 surrounded by her family.  Betty was a woman with no filter and her main purpose was to make people laugh and smile! Betty was a fun loving homemaker and very active in the community.  She was active in the neighborhood acting company for 15 years, a...

Mar 10, 2024

John C. Sampson

Palmyra/Macedon: Passed away at home on Sunday March 10, 2024, at the age of 62. He was born on May 10, 1961 to the late Charles and Betty "Mindich" Sampson. Also predeceased by his brother Thomas C. Sampson. John is survived by his wife Laura J. Sampson; Children, Jason T. (Jasmine Douglas) Sampson, Ronald...

Mar 8, 2024

Ruth Barr

Fairport: Ruth Barr, age 85 of Fairport NY, passed away March 8, 2024 after a brief illness.  She was surrounded by her loved ones.

Ruth was born April 6, 1939 in Lyons NY.  She was an extremely hard worker and loved to play her accordion.  She was a loving mother who raised six...

Mar 7, 2024

Macedon – Helen passed away on March 7, 2024.  She was predeceased by her husband, Robert DeMay; siblings, Robert Doyle, James Doyle, and Jean Roets.

Helen is survived by her children, Steven (Carol), Randy (Elizabeth) and Daniel (Lesley) DeMay; grandchildren, Bradley (Meredith), Caitlin (Stephan), Andrea (Buckie), Jessica (Derek), Scott, Matthew and Josh (Chelsea); 6 great grandchildren; sister,...

Mar 6, 2024

Doris H. Lanning

Victor:  Passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at the age of 93.  She was born Doris Helen Hawkes on Monday, February 9, 1931 in Yardville, New Jersey.  Doris is survived by her husband Carl of 70 years; sons Brian (Erica) of Springdale, Arkansas; David (Karen) of Victor, NY and James of Skaneateles, NY;...

Mar 5, 2024

James "Jim" Almekinder passed away on March 5th at the age of 79. He was predeceased by his parents,  Edward and Myrtle,  wife Linda,  sister Ruby Leavitt, brother in law  Ron Johnson, and daughter Christine Warner.

Jim is survived by daughters: Melissa (Rick) Bigler and Denise (Jay) Smith. Sisters: Jean Johnson,  Connie (Ken) Young,  Joanne Almekinder.  Brothers:...

Mar 5, 2024

Williamson – Shirley passed away on March 5, 2024.  She was predeceased by her husband, Jan Leaty.

Shirley is survived by her four children, Mary Jane (Butch) Bills, Jan (Julia) Leaty, Stephen (Debbie) Leaty and Laura Leaty; grandchildren Abby, Alicia, Ashley, Katherine, Michael, Michelle, Shannon, Stephen; great grandchildren Alyssa, Austin, Brayden, Emani, Ella, Kobe, Leaha, Landon, Luis...

Mar 4, 2024

Walworth - Bruce Edwin Thorp, a loving husband, father and Dairy Farmer, passed away on March 4th, 2024, from surgery complications after living in Walworth for over 50 years.

Bruce is survived by his faithful wife of almost 60 years, Mary Ann Thorp; his children, Robert, Mark, Timothy and Brian; his grandchildren, Jacob (Kayla), Joshua (Claire), Rebekah,...

Mar 3, 2024

Minnamon, Norman W. Jr.

Walworth:  Passed away on March 3, 2024 at the age of 86.  Norman was predeceased by his wife of 43 years, Beverly Ann Minnamon.  He is survived by a son Norman W. Minnamon, III; Stepdaughter Jamie L. McDonough; Sister, Gloriann (Chuck) Gruschow; brother, Richard "Dick" Minnamon; 4 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, extended family...