HARRISVILLE/WILLIAMSON NY: Harvey Dean LaVancha passed away on September 27, 2025, just 3 weeks after his 89th birthday. He was born on September 6, 1936, at Lowville Hospital in Lowville, New York, to the late Henry and Blanche (Mercell) LaVancha. He was predeceased by sixteen siblings, two granddaughters, a great-grandson, and many other beloved […]
NEWARK: John Michael Dann died at home on September 15,2025. He was born on June 24,1950 in Elmira, NY oldest child of John Hopkins Dann and Bertha Marie Dann. He graduated from Southside High School in 1968, Alfred University in 1972, and SUNY Oswego in 1981 with a MA in Education. In 1972, John began […]
December 15, 1935 ~ September 19, 2025 (age 89) WILLIAMSON: Donna passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She is predeceased by her parents Julius & Madeline Vandewinckel. She is survived by her children, Michael (Grace), Thomas (Sonja), James (Anna Champange), Theresa (Karen), Mark (Courtenay), and Paul (Lori) Jeffers; grandchildren Sarah, Jennifer, Jesse, […]
Newark/Phelps: James R. Peck, 85, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. James was born on July 20, 1940, in Geneva, NY, the son of the late Elmer and Viola (Shuster) Peck. He grew up in Phelps before moving to Newark in the 7th grade and graduated from Newark Central Schools in 1958. James continued […]
(1938-2025) WOLCOTT: Philip N. LaRussa, age 87, of Wolcott, New York, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, August 29, 2025. Phil was born on May 28, 1938, in Batavia, New York to Paul and Nancy Tundo LaRussa. Phil graduated from Batavia High School. After graduation Phil pursued many careers including YMCA swim instructor, […]
CLYDE: John Rotach, 72, passed away at home peacefully Saturday, September 20, 2025. There wilt be no prior calling hours. A celebration of life will be held at the Clyde VFW October 11, at 1PM. John was born in Oswego, NY on August 19, 1953. Son of Leslie and Julia Rotach. John loved watching football […]
NORTH ROSE: Jean Gallo, 89, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025. Born in Meadowbrook Hospital, Hempstead, Long Island, NY, she was the beloved daughter of the late Charles Schwerzel and Mary Elizabeth Hatcher Schwerzel. Jean was a devoted and loving mother, cherished for her warmth, vibrant spirit, and deep passion for music, art, and […]
LYONS/SYRACUSE: James E McLeod, 70, passed away Monday (September 15, 2025) at Central Park. James had a huge heart, was quick to make friends, loved his family, NASCAR, fishing and the outdoors. James was born in Lyons on June 25, 1955 to Hugh and Betty (Husner) McLeod. He is survived by his children James (Jamie) […]
SODUS: Lillian “Lilly” E. Russell, 71, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at her home with her family by her side. There will be no calling hours or service. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Lillian was born June 4, 1954 in Newark, NY the daughter of the late Floyd […]
NORTH ROSE: Charles Lee Bowen, 89, of North Rose, passed away peacefully on the morning of September 11th, 2025. He was born in St. Paris, Ohio, son of the late Clarence C. Bowen, and Oceana Price Bowen. Charles was a guardian of local history and family stories and legacies; he likewise fostered and studied some […]
WEBSTER/WOLCOTT: On September 18th, 2025 around 6pm, Susan J. Laird, 68, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by love. Susan was born June 19, 1957 to her parents, Clayton J. and Margaret (Hitchcock) Paylor in Lyons, NY. She was the youngest girl out of six children. She was survived by her sisters; Mary Bundy […]
MARION: Lewis G. Blankenberg, 85, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025. The family will greet friends on Friday, September 26, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Young Funeral Home, 4025 Ridge Road, Williamson, NY 14589. Lewis’ funeral service will begin at 12:00 p.m., immediately following calling hours. Interment will take place at […]
WILLIAMSON: Richard Goossen, 88, passed away Sunday September 14, 2025 at FF Thomson Hospital. Friends and family are invited to call, Monday, September 22, 2025 from 7pm to 9pm and Tuesday, September 23, 2025 from 10am to 12pm and funeral service immediately to follow, at Norton Funeral Home, 45 W. Main St., Sodus. Burial, with full […]
ONTARIO: It is with sorrow hearts that we announce the passing of Donald G. Grace Sr. on September 16, 2025. He was born September 9, 1935 to Earl Brown Grace and Ruth (Sargent) Grace in Webster, NY. Mr. Grace was in the US Army, honorably discharged in 1957. He was a life long member of […]
MARION: Robert “Bob” Chatterson, 76, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 12,2025. Born on December 20th, 1948, in Rochester, New York. He was a graduate of Marion High School, and worked in building #29 at Kodak for 32 years. Bob was an avid Harley rider, participating in travel and trips with friends and family. He […]
