Emma E. Taft ~ October 10, 2019

Dunedin, FL:  At age 98, Emma passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 10, 2019 at Sun Coast Hospice in Palm Harbor, FL.  She was born in West Sparta, NY to the late Roy and Sarah Popple.  Emma is predeceased by her husband; Charlie Taft, her brothers, Ray Popple and Donald Popple.  Survived by her daughters, Patricia (Bural) LaRue, Sharon (Pete Zirpoli) Staudinger-Zirpoli, Linda (Dennis) Truelson, her grandchildren; Todd (Jill) Staudinger, Scott (Gina) Staudinger, Sarah Truelson, her sister; Esther Shimwell, and her 3 great grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews.

Emma grew up on a farm overlooking Conesus Lake and graduated from Geneseo High School in 1938.    After High School she worked various jobs including being a nanny in NYC and a hairdresser in Livonia, where she met the love of her life, Charles.    In 1942 Emma and Charles were married in Chicago where he was stationed while serving in the US Navy.   Later that year when he was sent to serve overseas she moved back to Livonia to the Taft family home on Commercial Street, where she lovingly raised her family and lived for the next 57 years before moving to Florida in 1999 to be with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Emma was an active member of The Livonia United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday School, was a member of the church Woman’s Group and a Rotary kitchen volunteer.   When she moved to Florida she attended church at the Kirk of Dunedin, where she was an associate member.

Emma was an avid golfer and belonged to the Livingston Country Club where she was a member of the Ladies League.   When she moved to Florida she was very active, taking daily walks, attending and participating in community activities and made many new friends.

Above all else Emma was a loving, dedicated Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother.   She cared for her family deeply and left a lifetime of love and memories that will be cherished by all of those who were lucky enough to be raised and guided by her loving, kind soul.   She lived a long and wonderful life, and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

A funeral service will take place on Monday, October 21, 2019 at 11:00 AM at the United Methodist Church, 21 Summers Street in Livonia.  Interment will be held privately at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Livonia.  Memorial contributions may be made to: United Methodist Church, 21 Summers Street, Livonia NY  14487 or to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org. To share a memory or a condolence please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Shirley Ann Donovan Mulvaney – October 15, 2019

Conesus, NY:  9/5/1929 – 10/15/2019.  Shirley passed peacefully at home on October 15, 2019 surrounded by loving family.  We had recently celebrated her 90th birthday.

She is predeceased by husband Daniel Raymond Mulvaney in 2007, her parents Vincent and Helen Rosebrugh Donovan, her sister Sarah “Aunt Sally” Pifer, special nephews Jack Allen, Mike Mulvaney and special niece Nancy Pifer.

She is survived by her children; Marie (John) Henry of Lakeville, Ruthie (Fred) Nettnin of FL, Becky (Joe Zawadzki) Nau of Conesus/FL, Carol (Stephen) Nichols of Conesus, Margaret (Floyd) Watkins of Livonia, Daniel (Nancy) Mulvaney of Conesus, Laura (Ken) Schoonover of Conesus, and Robert (Bobbie Jo) Mulvaney of Livonia.

Grandchildren; Michelle Henry, Jen (Shane) Treuthart, Sheryl Henry (Omar Rios), John “JD” Henry (Christy Gfeller), Candy (Curtis) Gilley, Amy (Chris) Parsels, Mark (Melissa) Nau, Eric (Jesi) Nau, Josh (Sandra) Nichols, Dan (Shari) Nichols, Christopher “CJ” (Stephanie Kilsdonk)  Nichols, Sharon (John) Autry, Tory (Byron) Danis, Jessica (Zach) Eason, Kirstin Mulvaney, Don (Stephanie) Hosie, Sean (Hannah) Schoonover, Seth Schoonover (MacKenzie Derleth), Makenna Mulvaney, Matthew Mulvaney, and Madelyn Mulvaney.

Great-grandchildren; Alex, Adam, and Abby Abrey, Nick and Bailey Treuthart, Jack, Luke, and Lydia Henry, Madelyn Roome, Justin Gilley, Austin (Nancy) Gilley, Kaylee Parsels (Jordan Werthington), Sierra Parsels, Cameron Parsels, Benjamin Nau, Maeli and Liam Nau, Zoe and Gianna Nichols, AJ, Aidan, Ean, Kieran, Evan, Conlan, and Aislynn Nichols, Tyler Nichols, Eliana and Isaiah Autry, Kinley and Korbin Eason.

Great-great grandchildren;  Tony, Manny, and Danny Gilley.  Special niece and nephew MaryLee Pifer and Sam Pifer and many more nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

Shirley graduated from Geneseo Central School and Rochester Business Institute.  She worked at Fanny Farmer Candy after graduation.  She met Dan at the rehearsal for her cousin Jean’s wedding to Dan’s brother Dick.  They married in September 1950 and raised 8 children on the Farm.  After Dan lost his arm in a farm accident 60 years ago life changed.  He went to work at Industry and mom returned to the workforce when Bob started school.  She was hired by Chet Haak to work at the Security Trust bank in Livonia.  When she retired from there she went to work at Livonia Central school to handle Student Activities funds.

She was also involved with St. William’s Rosary Altar Society, St Matthew’s Martha Ministry, Greeter and Eucharistic adoration, Conesus Democrats, Livingston County Democrats, Ganeasous History Keepers, and Cemetary Association.

She loved going to lunch with the Senior Citizens, the LCS retirees, the Geneseo girls, and especially with her cousins Kay and Bob and families.

Family and friends may call on Friday, October 18th, from 4-8pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral home, 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia.  Shirley’s Funeral Mass will be held at 9AM on Saturday, October 19th, at St. Matthew Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road, Rte 20A, Livonia.  Burial will follow at St. Michael’s Catholic Cemetery followed by a luncheon at the Conlon-Mulvaney American Legion in Conesus.  Memorials can be made to St. Matthew Church, PO Box 77, Livonia, NY 14487, Conesus Fire Department, PO Box 216, Conesus, NY 14435 or the Conlon-Mulvaney American Legion Post 1779, PO Box 155, Conesus, NY 14435.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

 

 

Louise K. Muscato ~ October 12, 2019

Livonia, NY:  At age 92, Louise passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 12, 2019 at the Ontario Center in Canandaigua, NY.  She was born in Livonia, NY to the late Joseph and Jennie Muscato.  Louise is predeceased by her siblings; Carmello Muscato, Anne Genduso-Fox, Sarah LaDelfa, Thomas Muscato, Anthony Muscato, Mary D’Angelo, Samuel Muscato, John Muscato, and Frank Muscato.  Survived by her sisters-in-law; Sally Muscato of Hemlock and Pat Muscato of Livonia, along with several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are invited to call on Monday, October 21, 2019 from 10AM – 12 NOON at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia, NY where her memorial service will be held at 12 NOON, immediately following calling hours.  Interment will take place at St. Michael’s cemetery immediately following Louise’s memorial service.  Memorial contributions may be made to Hearthside Cats, PO Box 282, Geneseo, NY 14454.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Gerald L. Brol “Jerry” – October 13, 2019

 

Livonia: October 13, 2019, at age 86 years, peacefully at his home. Predeceased by his wife Rae Elaine Brol “Susie”, three infant children; George, Elizabeth, and Joseph; parents Walter and Julia Brol, 10 siblings, and daughter-in-law Mary Ann Brol. Survived by children, Paul (LeeAnne) Brol of Henrietta, Raymond (Karen) Brol of Canadice, Timothy Brol of Springwater, and Pamela (Jeffrey) Dailey of Avon. Also survived by his siblings; Bernice Nolan, Sylvia (Jorge) Deju, and Victor (Pat) Brol, 5 grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, and many nieces & nephews.

Jerry was born on March 24, 1933 in Great Valley, NY to parents Walter and Julia (Puvel) Brol.  He attended Salamanca High School and later joined the US Air Force serving active duty from 1952-1956.  Jerry served during the Korean Conflict and also served in the reserves until 1960.  He enjoyed gardening, smoking his pipe, and attending church.  He was an usher at St. Matthew Catholic Church for many years.  Jerry retired from Agway in Hemlock, NY where he was the manager and later retired from Eastman Kodak, Rochester, NY.

Friends & family may call on Friday, October 25th, from 5-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia. Funeral Mass will be on Saturday, October 26th, at 10:00am at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road, Livonia, NY. Burial to follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery, Livonia, NY with US Air Force Military Honors.  Memorial contributions may be made to St. Matthew Catholic Church, PO Box 77, Livonia, NY 14487. To send a condolence please visit:
www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Barbara Bethmann Mahooty – October 9, 2019

Henrietta:  Peacefully on October 9, 2019 Barbara went to be with our Creator and her beloved, Chester (Daddy). Predeceased by her mother Mary Gregory; sisters Marlene, Dorothy; brothers Larry, Steve and Daniel. Survived by her children Desiree (Terrie), Eric (Sue), Chris (Michelle), Kurt (Lila), Dennis (Susan) and loving son and caregiver Bruce;  grandchildren Adam (Emily), Aaron (Olivia), Christopher (Sara), Paige;  great grandchildren Kalen, Marcel and Eli. Sister Joan (Lester) Fanton; brother Jimmy (Millie) Gregory. Extended family Gary Knight, Yuan and Shelly Maio; many nieces, nephews and close friends.

Friends may call Friday, October 11, 2019 from 2-7 pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia.  Graveside service Saturday, October 12th, 11 am at Union Cemetery, 7045-7053 Route 256, Scottsburg, NY. A Celebration of Life Service will be held November 3rd 1-5 pm at Ganondagan, Victor NY.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Friends of Ganondagan or Naiades Oncology Rowing in Barbara’s memory.  To leave a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Brenda J. Race ~ October 7, 2019

Conesus:  At age 66, Brenda passed away peacefully, with her family by her side on Monday, October 7, 2019 at her home in Conesus.  She was born in Watertown, NY to James and Viva Hall.  Brenda was predeceased by her father; James Hall, her sister; Gloria Tabor, and her sisters-in-law, Debbie and Ruth Hall.  Survived by her mother; Viva Hall, her children; Shawn Race, Joette Nagle (Travis Pragle), her grandchildren; Britni Nagle (Nick Breedlove), Austin Nagle, Renne` Kennedy, and her siblings; James Hall II, Bonnie (Joe) Goutremount, Jack (Val) Hall, Cynthia (David) Howard, and Richard Hall (Mel), along with her many nieces and nephews.  Brenda was loved by her family and friends very much and she will be greatly missed.

Brenda loved to travel and visited 28 states.  Tennessee was by far her favorite.  She was intrigued by the paranormal, she traveled to many haunted locations to conduct investigations. She enjoyed giving to others, especially during the holiday season.  Brenda loved enjoying natures beauty, but there was something about the beauty of a Daisy that she cherished.  Brenda’s final words were that she was at peace with God.

In keeping with Brenda’s wishes, there will be no formal funeral service.  Memorial Contributions may be made to:  St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Joseph Hynes “Joe” – October 1, 2019

 

Livonia Center: At age 77, Joe passed away with his family by his side on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at Highland Hospital in Rochester, NY.  Joe was born in Rochester to the late George and Gertrude Hynes.  Predeceased by his siblings, Gertrude Hoban, Norma Sotir, and Owen Hynes.  Survived by his children; Terry (Tyan) Hynes of Seattle, WA, Sergeant First Class Edward (Cherina Perimon) Hynes of Anahuac, TX, Bob Hynes, Johanna Hynes, and their mother Mary Hynes; his grandchildren; Fiona and Owen Hynes, Lucien Hildreth, Murphy Hynes and their Mother Michelle Struble.  His siblings; Monica (Ralph) Boss, George (Peg) Hynes, Jim (Judy) Hynes, his brother-in-Law; Alex Sotir, and his sister-in-law Pat Hynes, along with many nieces, nephews as well as great nieces and nephews, and lovingly cared for by Amy Hendrickson.

Joe lived a full life, he spent his youth pushing boundaries, and he was fond of telling those stories to his family and friends.  One of his favorites was how at the age of 4 or 5 he managed to convince his older brother to try on their fathers Police issued hand cuffs.  Unfortunately, their father was on a hunting trip with the keys so when the boys could not get the cuffs back off, their mother had to take them to the station to have the desk sergeant remove them.  Joe felt it was a personal triumph that his older brother had to go to the police station shirtless in a snowstorm to get the cuffs removed.  After graduating high school Joe enlisted in the Navy to travel and see the world.  Upon completion of his service he returned to Rochester and became a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.  As an electrician Joe was know as a mentor to many young apprentices, we believe it was during this time that he coined one of his favorite sayings “I can’t believe I taught you everything I know and you still know nothing.”  This was Joes trademark always willing to help, and always ready with a witticism and probably a criticism or two.  For as all who knew Joe can attest Joe had never been wrong in his life, at least according to Joe.  After retiring from the Union Joe became well known a local grocery store where he would spend his days supporting education by playing scratch off lottery tickets for up to eight hours a day.  While some may say that this was an issue to those of us who knew him best it meant he was easy to find.  His son who served in the Army used to state that he would come home on leave drop his bags at the house then head to the customer service desk at West to say hi to Dad.  He spent so much time at that counter scratching tickets that his oldest and youngest sons had to take their future wives and the mothers of their children to the store to meet Joe.  Where it is rumored, he may have even stopped scratching for a second to say hi, though some doubt that was the case.

Friends and Family are invited to call on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 from 4-7 PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree St. Livonia NY.  A funeral mass will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2019 at 11 am at St. Matthew’s Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road Livonia, NY.  Interment will immediately follow mass at St. Michael’s cemetery on Shelly Road in Livonia. In Lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution may be made to the Golisano Children’s Hospital, 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642.  To share a memory or condolence please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.

 

 

Eric and Gail Higham ~  September 24, 2019

Honeoye:  Eric (at age 80) and Gail (at age 70) passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September, 24, 2019.  Eric was born in Birmingham, England to the late Walter and Alice Ann Higham and Gail was born in Rome, NY to the late Gilbert and Myrtice Lyndon.  Eric is survived by his sister; Irene Marsh of High Wycombe, UK, his nephew; Andrew P. Marsh and Gail is survived by her brother; James M. Lyndon of Greensboro, NC., her sister-in-law; Dorothy A. Lyndon and his niece and nephews; Christopher (Angie) Lyndon, Amy (Matthew Riell) Lyndon and Matthew (Chele DeRider) Lyndon.

Eric and Gail owned and operated Belhigh Tool and Machine in Victor, NY.

A Funeral Mass for both Eric and Gail will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at 10:30AM at St. Mary’s Church, 8961 Main Street in Honeoye, NY.  Interment will immediately follow mass at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Honeoye, NY.  Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church, PO Box 725, Honeoye, NY 14471 or to the Town of Richmond Fire Department: PO Box 469, Honeoye, NY  14471.  To share a memory or a condolence please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Bruce D. Campbell ~ October 1, 2019

 

Honeoye:  At age 90, Bruce passed peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 1, 2019, after a full and happy life.  He was born in Rochester, NY to the late Alexander and Jessie Campbell.   Bruce was predeceased by his brother, Alexander “Sandy” Campbell Jr.  He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Survived by his wife Dorothea “Dotty” of 69 years, their children: Sharon (Hank) VanderTang, Cathy, Bruce (Katherine), Laurie (Rich) Gamrod, Kevin (Maria), and Denise (Ric) Skinkle; grandchildren: Alec, Molli and Brooke Campbell, Jessy (Wesley) Wiggins; Alexandra, Victoria and McAndrew Gamrod; Brittany (Robbie) Mackness, Katie (Christian) Marquez and Morgan Campbell; Meg and Craig Skinkle; three great grandchildren: Madison, Elyse, Maverick, and beloved nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Beverly Holland of Oregon and Virginia Koch of Canandaigua.

Bruce graduated from John Marshall HS in 1946, before moving to Honeoye Lake. He joined the US Army and served during the Korean War. After the war, he returned to his career at Eastman Kodak Co., retiring in 1984.  Bruce enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren; traveling in their motor home, camping, renovating houses, and supporting them on the sidelines; leading them with wisdom and encouragement.

Bruce was an active member in the Honeoye community, being a 70 plus year member of the Richmond Fire Department, a member of Masonic Lodge 619, a 29-year member of the Ontario County Planning Board, a member of the Richmond Zoning Board, the Honeoye-Hemlock American Legion 1278, Honeoye United Church of Christ and the Honeoye Historical Society.

Calling hours will be held on Monday, October 7, 2019 from 4-7 at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street in Honeoye where his funeral service will take place on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at 10:30 AM.  Interment will immediately follow at Richmond Center Cemetery on County Route 37 in Richmond.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Honeoye Food Pantry, 8758 Main Street, Honeoye, NY 14471, Richmond Fire Department – Ambulance Fund, PO Box 469, Honeoye, NY  14471 or the Ontario-Yates Hospice, 756 Pre Emption Road, Geneva, NY  14456.  To share a memory or a condolence please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Cecelia M. Kozak “Sheila” – October 1, 2019

Livonia:  October 1, 2019 at age 86.  Predeceased by her husband Stephen C. Kozak, parents Patrick & Amelia Cleary, brother Peter Cleary, sister Maire Bird, and niece Sheila Bird.  Survived by children; Colleen (Ray) Henry of Canadice, Eileen (Michael) Peters of Conesus, and Patrick (Kristin) Kozak of Conesus; grandchildren, Lucas Peters, John Peters, and Maxwell Kozak; nieces, Rebecca and Amy Bird.  Also survived by many other loving family and friends.

Sheila was born on April 10, 1933 in Rochester, NY the third child of Patrick and Amelia Cleary.  She attended Mercy and Blessed Sacrament High School and graduated from St. Joseph’s School of Nursing, Elmira, NY Class of 1954.  Sheila married Stephen Kozak in 1970 and they moved to Conesus Lake where they built their home and raised their family.  Throughout her nursing career she worked at hospitals and nursing homes but her favorite was taking care of the priests and brothers that resided at St. Michael’s Mission overlooking Hemlock Lake.  After retirement she and Steve traveled to Alaska and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.

Family and friends may call on Tuesday, October 8th, from 5-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY.  Sheila’s Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30am on Wednesday, October 9th, at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY.  Burial to follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery, Livonia.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Harrison-Lee American Legion Auxiliary, 3850 Federal Road, Livonia, NY 14487.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Fred I. Seeley – September 29, 2019

Geneseo/Lakeville:  September 29, 2019.  Beloved father, grandfather, teacher, and football coach, died after an extended illness.  Predeceased by father, Harry Seeley, and mother, Helen (Crandall) Seeley, of Wellsville, N.Y.  Survived by wife, Marilyn (Finn) Seeley; son, Scott Seeley, daughter, Stephanie (Michael) Pizzo; grandsons, Luke and Jacob Seeley, and Michael Pizzo, Jr.; Brothers-in-Law, Rick (Sue) Finn, Thomas (Jane) Finn, and Sister-in-Law, Maureen (Finn) Rohde; nephews, William Rohde, Sean, Patrick, and Michael Finn, Ryan and Josh Finn, John Costik and Fr. Michael Costik; nieces, Jennifer Rohde, Michele (Costik) Pettis, and Chantal (Costik) Travaglini; and several grand-nephews and nieces, friends, extended family members, and many former students and players.

Fred graduated from Wellsville High School and SUNY Brockport with a bachelor’s degree in Education; he completed his post-graduate work at SUNY Geneseo.  Fred taught Mathematics for 33 years, 28 at Geneseo Central School. As Head football coach at Geneseo HS (NY), from 1970 to 1981 he coached teams to two Livingston County Division 1 Championships, four Livingston County Division 2 Championships, and one undefeated season; Fred won two R.T. French Coach of the Year Awards, and led the team to a final State Ranking of #4 [small school poll (NY) before the playoff system].  He also originated the tradition of the annual Valley Ball rivalry game between York and Geneseo, a tradition that continues to this day.

Family and friends may call on Monday, October 7, 2019 from 9am-11am at (NOTE LOCATION) St. Matthew Catholic Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY where Fred’s Funeral Mass will be held at 11am, following calling hours.  Burial at 2:30pm at Temple Hill Cemetery, Geneseo, NY.   In lieu of flowers, a donation to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105, is preferred.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Caleb Adrian O’Neill ~ September 20, 2019

Honeoye Falls:  Newborn son of Kellan and Cynthia O’Neill passed away on Friday, September 20, 2019 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY.  Caleb is predeceased by his brother; Adrian Shanks.  Survived by his twin brother; Damian O’Neill and his grandparents; Bob and Tracy O’Neill, Stacy Hume O’Neill, Linda Shanks, and Thomas and Divina Shanks.

Caleb’s services will be held privately.  He will be interred at Oak Ridge Cemetery, in Lima, NY.  To share a condolence please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Laura R. Schultz “Laurie” – September 28, 2019

Livonia:  Peacefully at home on September 28, 2019 at age 91.  Predeceased by her husband Arthur Schultz, son Mark Schultz, daughter-in-law Vicki Schultz, grandson Keith Turnbull, parents George & Carrie Rath and 11 siblings.  Survived by children; Douglas Schultz of IN, Terry (Sue) Schultz of NC, Susan (Michael) Hoag of Dansville, Shari (Joseph) DeTar of Leicester, Stephen (Laura) Schultz of York, and Shellie (Brad) Shellenbarger of Livonia; 15 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law Leticia  “Teecie” Schultz; 2 brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and many other loving family and friends.

Laurie was born in Hamlin, New York and graduated from Brockport High
School in 1945. She was the eleventh child of George and Carrie Rath. She
worked at Duffy Motts in Hamlin and The Prudential Insurance Company in
Brockport. She married her perfect match, Art Schultz, on September 10th, 1949
at St. John’s Lutheran Church where she was baptised and was a member. She
began married life on the Marine Corps base at Quantico where Art was stationed
and she worked as a secretary. They eventually moved back to Hamlin and later to
Leicester where they raised their seven children. Their retirement years were spent
in Grove at “The Cabin” where they lived until 2003 when they moved in with
Shellie and her family in Livonia. Besides raising her children, Laurie was a Den
Mother, Sunday School Teacher, SUNY Brockport Librarian, St. John’s School
Room Mother, Charter Member of the Hamlin VFW’s Ladies Auxiliary, part time
Legal Secretary for Mr. Butterfield in Brockport, full time Legal Secretary for
Barrett Quirk in Geneseo, Champion line worker, babysitter, member of Genesee
Valley Rotary Camp Kitchen Staff and Teacher’s Aide at Dalton Elementary
School.

Laurie was a woman of great faith and a member of St. Paul Lutheran
Church in Angelica and Epiphany Lutheran Church in East Avon. She was an avid
reader of the Bible and was always praying for or looking for ways to help others.
Laurie was known for her great cooking and baking. She was especially famous for
her desserts of cream puffs, pastries, pies and cookies. The grandkids remember
her for her smiley toast. She liked to sew, knit, draw and paint. She enjoyed
games, especially Euchre and BINGO.

The Schultz Family would like to thank everyone for their love, prayers and
support during this difficult time. We especially want to thank Livingston County
Hospice (Tami Couburn and Karrie) who made it possible for us to carry out her
wish to leave this earth peacefully in her home. We are also thankful for her aides
Paula Murphy and her “Pal Val” Valeria Biracre. Thanks also to the medical
professionals who helped along the way, especially Dr. Aguirre’s office. Laurie
will be remembered as a positive, happy, funny, strong woman who was a privilege
to know.

Family and friends may call on Friday, October 4th, from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY.  A Service to Celebrate Laurie’s Life will be held at 10am on Saturday, October 5th, at the Lutheran Church of Epiphany, 6050 E. Avon Lima Road, Avon, NY 14414.  Burial St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery, Angelica, NY.  Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Livingston County Hospice, 2 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris, NY 14510, Lutheran Church of Epiphany at the address above, or the Genesee Valley Rotary Camp, C/O Ernie Wiard, 15 Hal-Bar Road, Avon, NY 14414.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

William S.P. Herbison “Bill” – September 27, 2019

Honeoye Lake:  Peacefully on September 27, 2019 at age 85.  Predeceased by his parents Peter & Anne (Snell) Herbison and his sister Alice Hamilton.  Survived by his wife of 62 years Edith (McWilliams) Herbison; daughters, Catherine (Mark) Morningstar of Florida and Sharon (Tom) Pappas of Rochester; grandchildren, Lauren (Tyler) Thompson, Brette (John-Paul Cirelli) Morningstar, Christopher Morningstar, Jordan Pappas, and Catherine Pappas; great-grandchildren, Liam & Isla Thompson; brother Peter Herbison; nieces, nephews, in Scotland and England, and many friends.

Bill was born in Glasgow, Scotland on February 7, 1934.  After finishing school, Bill completed a 5-year apprenticeship then served with the Royal Air Force stationed in Amman, Jordan. Bill and Edith married in 1957, 10 years later, immigrated to Rochester, NY.  Bill worked most of his career at Rochester Products and retired after 30 years. Bill and Edith lived at their home on Honeoye Lake and wintered in Palm Harbor, Florida.  He enjoyed traveling, boating, playing golf, “a wee Drambuie” and most of all spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Family and friends may call on Thursday, October 3rd, from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 8624 Main Street, Rte 20A, Honeoye, NY.  Bill’s Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30am on Friday, October 4th, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 8961 Main Street, Rte 20A, Honeoye.  Burial Lakeview Cemetery, Honeoye.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105-3678.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Patricia L. Maloney “Pat” – September 27, 2019

Conesus:  Pat went to be with the Lord on September 27, 2019 at age 73.  Predeceased by her parents Loring and Margaret French and sister Jane Malburg.  Survived by her son David (Rachel) Hasfurter of Livonia; adopted children, Lori McComb and Hollis Maloney; granddaughter Kaylie Hasfurter; brother, Paul (Linda) French; nieces, Dawn (Steve) Valente, Heather Crank; nephews Chris French; great-nephews, Dean and Roman Valente.

Family and friends may call on Thursday, October 3rd, from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY.  Pat’s Funeral Service will be held at 11am on Friday, October 4th, at the Webster’s Crossing United Methodist Church, 7230 Rte 15, Webster’s Crossing, NY.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Wilmot Cancer Center, PO Box 278996, Rochester, NY 14627.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Burdell Durant Geartz “Buzz” – September 26, 2019

Canadice:  On September 26, 2019, at age 91, Buzz passed peacefully at his home on Honeoye Lake.  Predeceased by his parents William & Ida (Donner) Geartz and seven siblings.  Survived by his wife of 69 years Mary Ann (Estony) Geartz; children, Gerrett (Melinda) Geartz and Nancy (Barry) Nagel all of Canadice; grandchildren, Jennie (Michael) Ott, Tyler (Kala Stein) Nagel, Taber Geartz, Elisabeth (Robb) Delisanti, Caitlin (Michael) Conklin, Jared Nagel, Todd (Jennifer) Geartz, Catherine (Joel) West, and Jordan Nagel; 10 great-grandchildren; many loving nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Born in 1928 at the family farm in Ransomville, NY, Buzz was the youngest of eight children.  From a young age Buzz was taught the core values of Faith, Family, and Hard Work; principles he lived by throughout his life and would impart on generations to follow.

In 1946 at the age of 17 Buzz enlisted in the United States Marine Corp where he served until 1948 and later in the Korean War for two years. During this time he married Mary Ann, his high school sweetheart and love of his life.

Buzz was a dedicated husband and father.  He prided himself on being a provider for his family.  Always an extremely hard working individual Buzz had many jobs, sometimes three at a time to support his wife and family. He worked at the farm, local factories, dry cleaning deliveries, as a Bardahl Oil salesman and finally as an ironworker where his skills matched the requirements of the trade.

His passion and strength in leading others enabled him to quickly move through the ranks. In 1963 Buzz started Tri-Steel Construction and grew it into the largest reinforcing steel contractor in Western New York.

Many people do not know that Buzz was also a gifted auctioneer, a skill learned from his father who did household auctions in the Wilson, NY area. At one time the auctioneering business was growing so fast that he had to make a decision on which business to continue.

Buzz loved sports, boating, gardening and most of all his grandchildren. In his retirement years many Honeoye residents would see Buzz teaching his grandkids the value of hard work  at Honeoye Commons, where he maintained the landscaping and utilized them as his crew.

Buzz called many places home over his lifetime – Ransomville, Newfane, Pittsford, Honeoye and Marco Island. He loved Honeoye and the many friendships he cultivated.  He was active with the Honeoye Lake Rotary and hosted Camp Honeoye for many years.  He was an engaged member of the Marco Island Lutheran church and never missed an opportunity to volunteer and share his faith with others.

He was blessed to be surrounded in his final year by wonderful caregivers who offered unparalleled love and support for both Buzz and his entire family.

Family and friends may call on Tuesday, October 1st, from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 8624 Main Street, Rte 20A, Honeoye, NY.  Buzz’s Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30am on Wednesday, October 2nd, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 8961 Main Street, Rte 20A, Honeoye, NY.  Burial, with US Marine Corps Honors, will follow at Richmond Center Cemetery, Honeoye. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Honeoye Lake Rotary Club, PO Box 674, Honeoye, NY 14471 or the Richmond Fire Dept. & Ambulance, PO Box 469, Honeoye, NY 14471.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Clayton W. Shafer Sr. ~ September 25, 2019

Honeoye:  At age 74, Clayton passed away on September 25, 2019 at F.F. Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua, NY.  He was born in Newburgh, NY to the late Mae Lewis.  He is predeceased by his daughter; Judith A. Gauthier.  Survived by his children; Clayton Shafer Jr., Christie Shafer, Patty Shafer; and his sister Pat Donovan.

Friends and family are invited to call on Saturday, October 5, 2019 from 12PM to 2PM from the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street in Honeoye.  A memorial services will be held immediately following calling hours at 2PM.  Interment will take place privately at Lakeview Cemetery in Honeoye.  To share a memory or a condolence please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Chester A. Pierce Jr. “Chet” ~ September 24, 2019

Geneseo:  At age 87, Chet passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at Benincasa in Mendon, NY.  He was born in Fairport, NY to the late Chester and Edna (Dutcher) Pierce.  Chet is predeceased by his brother Ronald Pierce.  Survived by his beloved wife of 63 years; Jean M. Pierce, his children; Linda (Bill) Exton of Cuba, NY, Diana (Stephen) Golemb of Lima, NY, Mark (Holly Brown) Pierce of Rochester, NY., his grandchildren; Amee (Sanjay) Jada, Bill (Lisa) Exton Jr., Benjamin Golemb, Zachary Gladwin, Kyle Golemb, Adeline Pierce, his siblings; Peter (Sally) Pierce, John (Mary Lou) Pierce, Pat Davis, and his 7 great grandchildren.

Friends and family are welcome to call on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 from 4 PM – 6 PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia.  A memorial service to celebrate Chet’s life will be held immediately following calling hours.  Memorial contributions may be made to Benincasa, 3880 Rush-Mendon Road, Mendon, NY  14506.  To share a memory or a condolence please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

 

Cynthia Rae Wood “Cindy” – September 24, 2019

South Livonia:  Cindy went to be with her Lord on September 24, 2019 at age 69.  Predeceased by her parents Raymond & Shirley Eagan.  Survived by her husband of 51 years William R. Wood; children, Rich (Beth) Wood of Conesus, Sarah (Patrick) Burke of California, and Robert Wood of Florida; grandchildren, Lillian Burke, Laura Wood, and Sophie Wood; siblings, Shirley Bump of Arizona, Rosemary (Ronald) VanDerMeid of Livonia, Linda Potter of Geneseo, and Raymond Eagan of Arizona; many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Family and friends may call on Monday, September 30th, from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY.  A Celebration of Cindy’s Life will be held at 1pm on Tuesday, October 1st, at the Open Door Baptist Church, 350 Scottsville-Chili Road, Churchville, NY 14428.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Cindy’s memory may be made to The Gideons International, PO Box 20493, Rochester, NY 14602-0493 or Suzanne’s Comfort Care Home, 167 North Main Street, Perry, NY 14530.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Russell V. Rutherford “Russ” ~ September 22, 2019

Livonia:  At age 84, Russ passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2019 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY.  He was born in Warsaw, NY to the late Frank and Cecelia Rutherford.  Russ is predeceased by his wife Dorothy, his brother and sister-in-law; Everette and Dolores Rutherford, and his sister Melanie Rutherford. Survived by several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are invited to call on Saturday, October 5, 2019 from 1 PM – 3 PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia.  A memorial service to celebrate Russ’ life will immediately follow calling hours.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com