Canadice:  At age 70, Gail passed on October 5, 2020 at F.F. Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua, NY.  She was born on September 24, 1950 in Rochester, NY to parents John E. Sr. “Buck” and Julia (Rice) Unamann.  Predeceased by her father John E. Unamann Sr. and her brother Gary “Sam” Unamann.  Survived by her husband of 40 years, John O’Connor and children; Ann Marie (Bob) Buono of Wayne, NY, Raymond Paul Jr. of Honeoye, and Valerie O’Connor of Moresville, NC; mother Julia Unamann of Henrietta, siblings; John Unamann of Henrietta, Janice McGraw of Rush, and Julie (John) Lilley of Knowlesville; 4 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Gail graduated from St. Agnes Catholic School in Brighton, NY in 1968.  From a young age she was always interested in the automotive industry as her father Buck was involved in the auto parts business.  She had a vast knowledge of engines and was a certified automotive diagnostic technician.  Gail and John owned and operated Canadice Automotive in Honeoye, NY for over 40 years.  She was actively involved with car racing with both her husband and son.  Gail enjoyed NASCAR, was a hard worker, and she gave back as good as she got.

Family and friends may call on Friday, October 9^th, from 5-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 8624 Main Street, Rte 20A, Honeoye, NY.  A Graveside Service will be held at 11am on Saturday, October 10^th, at Lakeview Cemetery, Honeoye, NY.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Richmond Ambulance, PO Box 469, Honeoye, NY 14471.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Lakeville/Geneseo:  At age 84, Irv passed peacefully at the Conesus Lake Nursing Home on October 4, 2020.  He was born on December 9, 1935 in Buffalo, NY to the late Russell Sr. and Mabel (Olson) Cooper.  In addition to his parents he was also predeceased by his first wife Barbara, his second wife Nancy, siblings; Russell Cooper Jr., Betty Thorn, Ann Filler, and Lilian Kohler, and step son-in-law Sam Finocchario.  Survived by step-children; Terry (Bill) Selner of Victor, Karen (Ken) McGee of Avon, Donna Finocchario of Geneseo, Chris (Sue) Willard of Avon, and Jeff Willard of Gates; 11 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, sister-in-law Doris Cooper of Farmington, NM, Brothers-in-law; Richard (Peg) Gilson of Rochester, Barry (Pam) Gilson of Canandaigua, and many nieces & nephews.

Irv joined the US Air Force and served active duty from 1954-1958 and in the reserves from 1958-1962.  He was honorably discharged and was always proud of his military service.  He enjoyed time with family and friends the most.  Irv was loved by so many.  Everyone who met him would say he was such a kind and caring person.  He always had a smile on his face.  He was a huge Buffalo Bills fan and loved watching the football games.  He also enjoyed baking muffins for his friends at Country Lane.  Irv was known to some as “Irfie”.  We will miss him very much.

No prior calling.  A Graveside Service, with military honors, will be held at 2pm on Saturday, October 10^th, at St. Michael’s Cemetery, Shelly Road, Livonia, NY.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Veterans Outreach Center, 447 South Ave., Rochester, NY 14620.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Honeoye:  At age 63, Steven passed away peacefully on Friday, October 2, 2020 at the F.F. Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua, NY.  He was born to the late Warren and Irene Fox.  Survived by his sons; Richard Fox and Michael Fox, his two grandchildren; Kayla Fox and Mason Fox, and his siblings; Donald Fox, and Ellen (Bernie) Beikirch, along with several nieces and nephews.

His heart was big and he loved every animal he met.  He was also an avid sports fan, particularly rooting for the Cleveland Browns, and he also enjoyed NHRA Drag Racing.

In keeping with Steven’s wishes, no formal funeral services will be held.  In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Lollypop Farm in his honor. To Share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.

Honeoye Lake:  At age 72, Jerry passed unexpectedly on September 28, 2020.  He was born on September 19, 1948 in Norwich, NY to the late Wilson and Lucille (Hayden) Sherman.  Survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Carol (Peters) Sherman and children; Greg (Cyndi) Sherman of Honeoye and Jennifer Sherman of Buffalo; granddaughter, Summer Sherman; siblings, Matthew Sherman of McDonough, NY and Martha (Harlie) Stowell of Smyrna, NY.

For over 40 years, Jerry was an integral part of the National Ski Patrol.  During that time, he served at Brantling, Bristol and Hunt Hollow.  Jerry held multiple leadership positions including Patrol Director, Region Director, and Eastern Division Director.  He was awarded a National Appointment and was inducted into the National Ski Patrol Hall of Fame, which is an extremely prestigious honor.

In addition to skiing, Jerry was an accomplished hiker, completing all the 46 High Peaks in the Adirondacks.  This put him in an elite group known as the Adirondack 46ers.  He was an amazing craftsman, always helping his friends with projects.  Most recently, he completed a beautiful home renovation for his own home, that his family will be able to enjoy for the rest of their lives. Jerry was an avid hunter, who was always looking forward to hunting season.  He loved his life on the lake, always taking his family and friends for boat rides.  Music was always a big part of Jerry’s life.  His musical taste has been greatly influential to his children and grandchild.  He was an enthusiast sports fan, especially a loyal, yet somewhat disgruntled Buffalo Bills fan.  Jerry was always taking his grand dogs, Daisy the Pug and Gus the Labrador for walks.  He leaves a deep void in the many lives he has touched.

Family and friends may call on Wednesday, October 7^th, from 2-5pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 8624 Main Street, Rte 20A, Honeoye, NY.  Services and interment will be held privately.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Jerry’s memory to the Hunt Hollow Ski Patrol, 7532 County Road 36, Naples, NY 14512 or Richmond Fire Dept. & Ambulance, PO Box 469, Honeoye, NY 14471.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.  Jerry would want you all to remember, “you can never have enough fleece.”

Lakeville:  Joseph B. Eberwein age 93 of Lakeville, NY passed away peacefully on September 24, 2020 surrounded by his family. Joe was born June 19, 1927 in Rochester, N.Y. , the son of the late Walter and Ellen Eberwein.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Elizabeth, and brother-in-law John P. Beerly.  He leaves four daughters, Nancy (Bryan) Conklin, Suzanne Eberwein, Patricia (Thomas) McNamara, Lisa (Steve) Csapo, eight grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren and many dear friends.

Joe was a veteran of the United States Navy and a retiree from Rochester Telephone.  He was a past member of the Livonia Rotary Club and enjoyed fishing, skiing, and hunting.

Family and friends may call on Tuesday, September 29^th, from 4-6pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY.  Funeral Mass will be held at 10am on Wednesday, September 30^th, at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY.  Face coverings will be mandatory at both the funeral home and the church.  Burial with military honors will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Rochester.  In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in his memory to St. Matthew Catholic Church, PO Box 77, Livonia, NY 14487.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Livonia:  At age 65, Rodney passed away on Friday, September 25, 2020 in Hemlock, NY.  He was born in Lyons, NY to the late Newton and Marian Colegrove.  Survived by his children; Jason Colegrove and Kaitlynn King, along with his step children; Shawn Armold, Jamie Armold and Tara Armold.

In keeping with Rodney’s wishes, there will be no formal services.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.

South Lima:  At age 63, Rod passed suddenly on September 22, 2020.  He was born on January 1, 1957 in Syracuse, NY to parents Roderick E. and Fern (Ferguson) Henry.  Predeceased by his mother Fern and brother Steven Henry.  Survived by his wife of 16 years, Jill (Springstead) Henry and his children; Carrie Ann and Rod; grandchildren, Aley (James) Risley, Katryna Perry, and John Kinney; his father Roderick (Nancy) Henry of Montana and his step-mother Shirley Curran of Arkansas; very dear siblings, Keith Henry of Montana and Kristin Taylor of Arkansas; also survived by many other family and friends.

Rod worked as a factory parts and service representative for Chrysler Corporation for many years.  He also was the former Highway Superintendent for the Town of Locke, NY.  He enjoyed drag racing, tractor pulls, and was a skilled mechanic.  He will be sorely missed.

A Memorial Service to Celebrate Rod’s Life will be held in the future.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256 or to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Conesus:  At age 64, Betty passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Dansville, NY to the late George and Eva Kennedy.  Betty was predeceased by her beloved husband; Clifford Johnston and her brother; George Kennedy Jr.  Survived by her children; James (Penny) Johnston, Krista (Howard) Johnston, her grandchildren; Haleigh Johnston, Howie Johnston, Nathan Johnston, Christopher Johnston, and her siblings; Steve Kennedy and Debbie (Jim) Barlow, along with several nieces, nephews and friends.

Friends and family are invited to call on Monday, September 28, 2020 from 4-6PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia, where Betty’s memorial service will immediately follow.  Memorial Contributions may be made to:  Livonia Emergency Medical Service, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY 14487.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.

Avon, New York: At age 94, Esther passed away on September 21, 2020. She was born on February 14, 1926 in Orangeville, New York to the late Chrysostum V and Mary (George) Romasser. In addition to her parents she was also predeceased by her husband Gerald J. D’Angelo and her siblings: Cleutherius Romasser, Louis Romasser, and Marie Burton. Esther is survived by children: Linda (Alan Scarsella) Higby of San Antonio, TX, Gerald (Laura) D’Angelo of Livonia and Steven D’Angelo of Avon; grandchildren: Karen (Michael) Thomann and Erica D’Angelo; nieces: Suzy Beyer and Jeanne Rittenhouse; a great niece and nephew and two spunky great grandchildren.

As a young girl, Esther joined the United States Army and became a Registered Nurse during WWII, having received a calling to become a nurse. She served in the European Theatre at the end of the war, alongside her brother Louis. Her long nursing career led her to treat patients during earlier pandemics, including tuberculosis and polio, as she practiced nursing in Livingston County, Rosewell Park, Buffalo Children’s Hospital, Strong Memorial Hospital and private practice duty. Esther later retired as the charge nurse of the Livingston County Skilled Nursing Facility. She proudly served her country and community for over 40 years, touching many lives.

Our loving Mother Esther lived a long-life overflowing with goodness and grace. A rural “old school” country girl who grew up during the Great Depression, she felt honored to become a US Army Cadet Nurse during tough times when women had few professional options. She was an exemplary nurse who proudly served her patients unconditionally with tenderness and compassion. Their pain was her pain.

A busy professional career matched perfectly with Esther’s desires to also serve her family of three children. Her home was the stage for loveliness and feminine beauty. She loved animals (especially dogs and birds) and her treasured curio collections of art and wildlife created fascinating spaces for reflection and interesting observation. She learned the needle arts, and became an especially avid knitter as a very young girl by exchanging babysitting services for needle classes. This became a life-long passion as she knitted hundreds of mittens, booties, blankets and sweaters for the homeless, Native American Indian children, hospital patients and countless fundraisers. In the same fashion, Esther became a fabulous piano player. Her melodic piano sounds of Debussy’s Clair de Lune, a loved favorite, filled the home daily. Our Mother enjoyed decades of porch sitting with friends and neighbors. She loved children and babies and was called “Mom” by everyone. She loved gardening and the healing power of flowers. Her home life was the complete expression of the person who graced its space.

A passion later in life included day tripping in pursuit of viewing baby eagles in their nests along the Oatka Creek Trail, the Finger Lakes and Letchworth State Park. She was always pursuing nature. Esther loved to travel and enjoyed road trips and country drives, always with “a good cup of coffee”.

She was a lifelong member of St Agnes Catholic Church, and served the Ladies Auxiliary, the Cub Scouts, PTA, The American Red Cross Blood Drive and supported numerous nursing organizations and countless community associations throughout her long, full and rewarding lifetime.

Esther’s family sends a special thank you to her many friends and neighbors and to the professionals that helped her in her later years, especially Ms Debbie Ferrante, Ms Cathy Davis, Ms Kathy Rudolph, Ms Lynn Swift and a host of caring nurses that comprised our “BAND OF ANGELS” and our rock. Their unbridled compassion, care and loving support for our Mother will never be forgotten. Esther always said, “All good nurses go to heaven”. We also thank Mike Dougherty and the Kevin Dougherty Funeral Home of Livonia, New York; their immediate response, trust, care and comfort given to our family and beloved Mother in our time of need was truly remarkable.

There will be no prior calling hours. Esther’s Funeral Mass will be conducted by Father Fowler at 2pm, Saturday, September 26th, at St Agnes Catholic Church, 96 Prospect St, Avon, NY. A reception will be held following mass at the Avon Inn, Main St, Avon. Graveside services following the reception will be held at the St Agnes Catholic Cemetery, officiated by family friend, Lutheran Pastor Mack Smith. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Agnes Catholic Church, 96 Prospect Street, Avon, NY 14414. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Rochester:  At age 89, Joan passed away peacefully on Monday, September 21, 2020 at home, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Flint, MI to the late Joe and Irene (Grove) Hogan.  Joan was predeceased by her brother; Joseph Hogan, daughters-in-law; Sheri Treese, Franny Treese, her son-in-law; John Blair, her granddaughter; Angel Treese and her grandson; Ricky J. Hoyt.  Survived by her children; Irene Chidsey (David), Cora Shortino (Richard), Patti Blair, Jack (Suzanne) Treese, Kathy Stafford, Christopher Treese (Charlene), Earl Treese, her companion; Frank Bianchi, her sister; Carol Parrish, and her 19 grandchildren, along with several great grandchildren.

In keeping with Joan’s wishes, her celebration of life gathering will be held privately.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Livonia: At age 88, Stella passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 20, 2020 at the Conesus Lake Nursing Home in Livonia. She was born in Middlesex, NY to the late John and Evelyn Miller. Stella was predeceased by her beloved husband; H. Ellis Ball, her sons; Skip Ball, Robert Ball, Kevin Ball, Brian Ball, her siblings; John Miller II, Theodore Miller and Marjorie Mortillaro. Survived by her daughters; Linda (Steve) Zukaitis, Karen (Daniel) Ahlstrom, Cheryl (Norm) Fox, Faye (Bill) Knapp, her grandchildren; Jason Leone, Robb Ball, David (Jennifer) Ahlstrom, Stephen (Val) Ahlstrom, Danielle (Jeff) LaJuett, Amy (Jarred) Spring, Jeremy Porter, and her 11 great grandchildren, along with several nieces, and nephews.

Stella was a loving mother, grandmother who was greatly devoted to her family and will be greatly missed by many. A sincere thank you to the staff at Conesus Lake Nursing Home for their many years of dedicated care.

Friends and family are invited to a graveside service that will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2020 at 12 NOON at the Fairfield Cemetery, S Union St/Route 259 in Spencerport. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Livonia Emergency Medical Service, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY 14487. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Conesus Lake:  Robert G. Rhodes, age 91 of Conesus, NY, passed away Sunday, August 23, 2020 at his daughter’s residence in rural Aviston, IL.

He was born March 9, 1929 in Rochester, NY, the son of the late George Cecil and Anne Rhodes.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Betty Rhodes, whom he married September 30, 1967 in Lakeville, NY and who died September 12, 2019; brothers, John Rhodes and Roger Rhodes; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Otto “Jake” and Helen Schlegel.

Surviving are his children, Patricia (Everett) Medlin of Aviston, IL and Scott Rhodes (Katie Carbone) of Conesus, NY; grandchildren, Elizabeth and Kevin Medlin, and Courtney Rhodes; sister, Ruth (Dave) Anderson of Rochester, NY; and sisters-in-law, Betty Rhodes of Avon, NY, Rene Rhodes of Oak Harbor, OH, and Suzanne Bennett of Lakeville, NY.

Robert was a veteran of the United States Army and retired from Rochester Telephone Corporation and later from the Livingston Area Transportation Service. He was a member of the Conesus United Church, Dansville NY Moose Lodge 1130, and was Lifetime member of the Conesus, NY American Legion Post 1779. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and most of all spending time with his family.

Friends and family are invited to call on Saturday, September 19, 2020 from 10AM-1PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia, NY, where his service will be held following calling hours.  Interment will take place immediately following Robert’s Funeral Service at St. Michael’s Cemetery on Shelly Road in Livonia

Memorials may be made to Heartland Hospice or St. Joseph’s Hospital in Breese and will be received through Moss Funeral Home, 535 N. 5th, Breese, IL 62230.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

*Please note, the Funeral Home will be operating at 33% capacity per state guidelines. New York State requires those in attendance to adhere to these guidelines including those related to social distancing and face coverings.

Conesus Lake: At age 88, Rose passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at Highland Hospital in Rochester. She was born in Rochester, NY to the late Martin and Clara Callahan.  Rose is predeceased by her sister; Jean Schaumloeffel and her brother; Robert Callahan.  Survived by her beloved husband of 68 years; William J. Beikirch, her children; James (Meg) Beikirch, Daniel (Marie) Beikirch, Laurie (Michael) Serpe, her grandchildren; Ryan (Julia) Beikirch, Morgan (Peter) Savino, Kyle (Sarah) Beikirch, Jessica (Griffin) Alford, Kelsie Beikirch, Rachel Serpe, Lyndsay Serpe, her sister-in-law; Caryll Beikirch, her great grandchildren, Sophie, Emma, Rowan, Charlotte, Eleanor, Kieran, and Camdan, along with several nieces and nephews.

Rose gave tirelessly of herself to others.  Whether it was taking care of her family or volunteering for over 20 years at Monroe Community Hospital. She worked for Eastman Kodak Company for 10 years where she retired.  Rose loved making cookies, reading, and saying the rosary, however nothing could come close to the love she had for her family.  Rose was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, she will be greatly missed.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2020 at 12PM at St. Matthew’s Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road in Livonia. Interment will immediately follow Mass at St. Michael’s Cemetery on Shelly Road in Livonia. Memorial Contributions may be made to:  The Teresa House, 21 Highland Rd, Geneseo, NY 14454. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Canandaigua – Rita M. Schuster, age 93, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, September 12, 2020. She is survived by three sisters, (her twin) Rose M. Joyce, Barbara (Richard) Nowakowski and Alice-Ann Schuster; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three siblings, Vincent Schuster, Kathryn Walrath and George Schuster.

Rita was born June 29, 1927 in Livonia and was the daughter of George and Marie (Kervin) Schuster. She attended Livonia schools and was a graduate of Livonia Central School, class of 1944. Rita attended SUNY Geneseo for one year and then earned a nursing certification from St. Mary’s School of Nursing in Rochester in 1948. She worked as a registered nurse at St. Mary’s Hospital, Strong Memorial Hospital and also did private duty nursing in the Rochester area, retiring in 1985. Rita was a life member of NYS Nurses Association, a member of St. Mary’s Church, Ontario Co. Historical Society, Granger Homestead Society and Sonnenberg Gardens, where she volunteered. She was also a volunteer for Office of the Aging, for the Meals on Wheels program. Rita enjoyed gardening and genealogy.

Her funeral mass will be celebrated Friday, at 11 am, at St. Mary’s Church, 95 N. Main St., Canandaigua. A graveside service will follow at 1pm, at St. Michael’s Cemetery, Shelly Rd., Livonia. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Sonnenberg Gardens, 151 Charlotte St., Canandaigua, NY 14424 or The Granger Homestead Society, 295 N. Main St., Canandaigua, NY 14424. Arrangements are by Johnson-Kennedy Funeral Home, Inc., Canandaigua. Condolences may be offered at www.johnsonkennedy.com or at www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Batavia, NY:  Dennis J. Wittman passed away peacefully at Charlotte House, North Java, NY on July 1, 2020 and was born on June 2, 1943 in Buffalo, New York the late Jerome and Evelyn (Hamilton) Wittman. Dennis is survived by his wife, Carol (Chmielowiec), daughter, Holly (Michael) Stoddard of Honeoye, NY, daughter, Jennifer (fiancée, Alfred Flores) of San Antonio, TX, sister, Kathie (Paul) Beaulieu of Cheektowaga, N.Y., brother, Philip (Nancy) of Akron, NY, brother in law, Dr. A. Steven Bangs of Long Island, NY, sister in law, Marsha Deman of Defiance, Ohio  and nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and great-great niece and nephew and his dear Husky Buddy, Kodah. Predeceased in death by his brother Allan Wittman, sister in law, Jeanette Bangs and sister in law, Dolores Clark.

Dennis was a graduate of Cleveland Hill High School, State University of New York at Buffalo, Wadhams Hall Seminary and University of Rochester. He was employed by Genesee County first as a Probation Officer from 1969 to 1980 and from 1980 to 2005 as first Director of Genesee Justice with the Genesee County Sheriff’s Department.

Dennis incorporated the Restorative Justice model to the program and Genesee Justice received world-wide notoriety and was recognized as a leader in promoting victims’ rights.  His career spanned traveling to 44 states, 6 Canadian Provinces and Japan speaking on Genesee Justice.

Dennis was a member of Ascension Parish, Batavia, New York. He was Vice President of the Sacred Heart Holy Name Society, President of Sacred Heart Parish Council, Religious Education Teacher and Pre-Cana Instructor with his wife.

Updated Arrangements:  Family and friends may call on Wednesday, September 23rd, from 4 – 7 p.m. at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY.  A Private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Ascension Parish, Batavia, NY.  Burial will be immediately following Mass at St. Joseph Cemetery, Batavia, NY. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Charlotte House, P.O. Box 123, 4316, Route 98, North Java, NY 14113, Ascension Parish, 17 Sumner Street, Batavia, NY 14020 and MUSH Rescue Inc., 12820 Wyngate Trail, Alpharetta, GA 30005.   To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

*Please note the funeral home will be operating at a limited capacity per state guidelines.  New York State requires those in attendance to adhere to the guidelines related to social distancing and face coverings.

Conesus, NY: Born in Angola, Indiana on August 15, 1949, Bonnie grew up in Findley Lake, NY, and relished living the last 35 years on a wooded hillside in Conesus, NY.

Bonnie graduated Valedictorian from Clymer Central School in 1967, and received her master’s degree from SUNY Geneseo in 1971. She spent most of her career teaching English to 7^th graders at Pavilion Central School. You can recognize her former students by their impressive ability to diagram sentences.

Bonnie was an active member of the United Methodist Church of Livonia. Beyond the local church, she also found joy teaching, serving in Lay Servant Ministries, and providing leadership for the United Methodist Western NY Conference.

She hated to fly, but loved to be behind the wheel of her car. Vacations, adventures, Emily’s soccer games, even driving across the country twice, enabling her to fulfill her lifelong goal of visiting Alaska. In retirement, she combined her love of the road with her passion for helping others by driving patients to medical appointments for Catholic Charities.

An ardent Buffalo Bills fan, Sunday afternoons were for folding laundry and watching football. She also never turned down a round of Boggle, Bananagrams, or Rummikub, and was always ready to pull together a euchre match.

Bonnie loved her extended family and was a pillar of the Montgomery clan. She was their historian, secretary, and treasurer, and avidly researched her family genealogy.

Thank you to everyone who supported Bonnie during her journey. We recognize we will never know all of the countless ways you helped during her final years.

Bonnie was preceded by her parents Barney and Margie Fergus and her children Joseph, Jacob, James, and Mary Crichton. She is survived by her husband Peter Crichton, daughter Emily (Ross) O’Hara, brother Ben (Sheri) Fergus, Norwegian exchange sister Betzy (Torfinn) Naper, and nieces, nephews, and cherished family and friends she lovingly adopted along the way.

Family and friends may call at the United Methodist Church of Livonia, 21 Summers Street, Livonia, NY 14487 for drive-thru visitation on Tuesday, September 15^th, from 5-7pm. The family will greet visitors in front of the church. All are welcome to attend and we ask that everyone remain in their vehicles. For public health, the family will hold Bonnie’s funeral privately. The service will be livestreamed Wednesday, September 16^th, at 3pm on the church Facebook page: https://facebook.com/UMCLivonia. Burial will be held privately at Grove Hill Cemetery, Oil City, PA. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the United Methodist Church of Livonia at the address above. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Canadice:  At age 77, Bob passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 4, 2020 at his home in Canadice, NY.  He was born in Rochester, NY to the late C. Eugene and Evelyn Cooley.  Bob is predeceased by his brothers; John H. Cooley and David A. Cooley.  Survived by his loving wife of 52 years; Janis Cooley, his children; Brian Cooley (Lisa Sullivan), Erin Cooley (Timothy Brauner) and his sister; Nancy Sylver (Donald Agnello.), along with several nieces, nephews and friends.

Bob loved road trips and has driven to all shores of the U.S. and parts of Canada.  He was an avid reader, fisherman, and enjoyed the Canadian cottage life.  He loved his family and friends, but his children were his treasure.

A private Military Service will be held at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street in Honeoye.  Memorial Contributions may be made to:  The American Legion Post 1278, Honeoye-Hemlock, P.O. Box 478, Honeoye, NY 14471 or to the Honeoye Public Library, 8708 Main Street, P.O. Box 70, Honeoye, NY  14471.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.

*Please note, the Funeral Home will be operating at 33% capacity per state guidelines. New York State requires those in attendance to adhere to these guidelines including those related to social distancing and face coverings.

Livonia:  Judith Hyde-Panipinto, age 82 of Livonia, NY (previously of Bradenton, FL) passed away Thursday, September 3, 2020.  Judith was born in Buffalo, NY but her family moved to Elba NY when she was very young.  She was blessed to grow up in this small town, a community where a child could play outside all day without fear.  A community where all looked after each other.  She attended New York State Teachers College at Fredonia where she ultimately majored in music.  This led to a career in the beginnings of music therapy for emotionally disturbed children.  Judy was given the opportunity to help implement the ORFF methodology of music therapy at Convalescent Hospital for Children by then director Dr. Sydney Koret.  With her career figured out Judy was able to navigate the ups and downs of life and raise five children.  She met the love of her life later in life and equally loved and was proud of her five step-children as she was of her own children.

She was able to continue her love of music and to be a part of a tight knit community when she retired with her 2^nd husband, Joseph Panipinto, to Golf Lakes Estates in Bradenton, FL.  Golf Lakes reminded her of the type of community where she grew up, where you know everyone’s name and help each other out.  She was active with the singing groups, piano accompaniment at social hour, directing the chorus in the annual music show, to ultimately producing the annual musical show multiple times.

Predeceased by her 2^nd husband Joseph Panipinto, mother Laura Groves, father Donald Myers, daughter Teresa Smith, son Michael J Hyde, and brother-in-law J. Russell Thomas.  She is survived by her long time companion John Roge of Chesterland OH; sister Kathleen Thomas of Rochester NY; children, Jerome Hyde of Tampa FL, Donald Hyde (Janice) of Conesus NY, and Christine Hyde of Livonia NY; step-children, John Panipinto (Joan), Michelle Coan, Kim Cleeves, Tracey Proctor, and Joey Little (John); and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.  Family and friends will remember Judy for her unshakable faith and love of family, friends, music and being an active member of her community.

Friends and family are invited to a celebration of Judy’s life on Tuesday, September 8, 2020 from 12pm to 3pm at the Livonia Community Park at 6200 Big Tree Rd, Livonia NY.  Memorials may be made to Crestwood Children’s Center in Rochester NY, Oneco United Methodist Church in Bradenton FL, or to Golf Lakes Estate in Bradenton Fl.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Livonia, NY/Lakeland, FL:  At age 76, Cheryl passed peacefully on September 1, 2020 at the Scott Lake Heath and Rehabilitation in Lakeland, FL.  She was born on August 30, 1944 in Batavia, NY to the late John and Isabelle (Hall) Birmingham.  In addition to her parents, Cheryl was predeceased by the love of her life and husband, H. Thomas Hodges; sons, Rick and Mark Bohrer; and brother David Birmingham.  Survived by her daughters, Amy (George) Anderson and Kelly Trader; siblings, Mark Birmingham and John (Sandra) Birmingham; grandchildren, Sidney Anderson, Emily Bohrer, Tori Trader, Amanda Trader, Allyson Trader and many other loving family and friends.

Cheryl was a mother, wife, sister, grandmother, stepmother, and friend to so many people. She was a nurse for over 40 years. She was a caregiver, a nurturer, and a straight shooter. She faced so much in her life. From being a single mother, to later helping care for and love three additional children, the loss of her husband, her parents, friends and loved ones, the big move to Florida, and most devastatingly, the loss of her two sons. She transitioned through each triumph and tragedy with grace and determination. She was a rock that others depended upon, and she took her job very seriously. Above all, Cheryl was a fighter, a survivor. Being so very ill since 2016 brought about new challenges. The transitions that were made were difficult, but she soldiered on, like only a mother could. On 8/31/20, she had a window visit with her local family to celebrate her birthday and share in love with her. She had a good day, and she said her goodbyes without even knowing it. The woman she was and the memories that were created will live on in her loved ones.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to the team of Scott Lake Health and Rehabilitation for ensuring Cheryl was well cared for, loved and supported during her time with them.

Family and friends may call on Tuesday, September 8^th, from 11am-1pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY where Cheryl’s funeral service will be held at 1pm, following calling hours.  Pastor Matt Finch will be the celebrant and burial will follow at Union Cemetery, Livonia.  Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, an entity near and dear to her heart that she contributed to every year on her birthday.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Wayland:  August 31, 2020 at age 72.  Larry was born on April 6, 1948 to the late Arthur and Viola (Wood) Pragle.  Survived by his wife Della (Rathman) Pragle; daughter Melissa Gleason; granddaughter Emma Gleason; and siblings, John (Sharon) Pragle, David (Racine) Pragle, Dixie Carmody.  Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.

Larry was born in Dansville, NY and spent most of his life in the Dansville and Wayland communities.  He was a truck driver and loved going to tractor pulls.  He was a long time member of the Dansville Moose Club.  Larry was a NASCAR fan and loved to watch and go to races.

No formal funeral services will be held.  The family will have a Celebration of Life Gathering in the future.  Memorial contributions may be made in Larry’s memory to the Springwater-Wayland EMS, PO Box 625, Wayland, NY 14572.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com