Gregory C. Schottmiller “Greg” – February 7, 2023

Spencerport, NY:  At age 57, Greg passed on February 7, 2023 at Unity Hospital with his family at his side.  He was born on March 6, 1965 in Rochester to parents Raymond and Tina (Caschetta) Schottmiller.  Survived by his wife of 30 years, Mary Ellen (Angevine) Schottmiller and children; Kyle, Zachary (Lauren Johnson), Molly and Katie Schottmiller; parents, Raymond and Tina Schottmiller; siblings, Mark, Mary (Diane Schlegel), and Linda Schottmiller; brother-in-law Mark (Stephanie) Angevine and sister-in-law Donna Martinez; nieces & nephews, Juliana, Isabella, Mikayla, Milo, and Thor; also survived by many other loving extended family and friends.

He graduated from Gates-Chili High School and went on to the University at Buffalo where he got his MBA. He worked the majority of his career at Bausch & Lomb as a CPA. Greg was a loyal sports fan to his Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Pirates. He loved to travel, and took his family across the country to National Parks and historic sites. He knew every Beatles song by heart, even as his brain tumor left him with aphasia. Greg’s biggest joy was spending time with his family; he has left us with countless memories to look back upon fondly for years to come. We will always miss him with all of our hearts.

Family and friends may call on Tuesday, February 14, from 10am-11am at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 43 Gebhardt Road, Penfield, NY where Greg’s Funeral Mass will be held at 11am, following visitation.  Fr. James Schwartz will be the celebrant, a luncheon will follow the mass at the church hall, and interment will be held in the future.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Jack’s Place, 17 Rosa Road, Schenectady, NY 12308 or online at www.jacksplace.org  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Nancy L. Leone ~ February 7, 2023

Geneseo: At age 67, Nancy passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at her home in Geneseo, NY. She was born in Rochester, NY to the late Leonard and Kathryn Struble. Nancy is predeceased by her husband, Lou Leone and by her sister, Janet Woods. Survived by her siblings, Julie (Bill) Snyder, Dorothy Smith, Bob (Lynette) Struble, Susan (Mike) Lawton, Sandy (Dan) Driscoll, Carol (Terry) Jones, Tom Struble and Debbie (Tim) Shaw, along with several nieces, nephews, and friends.

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

William “Bill” C. Ewert ~ February 3, 2023

Livonia: At age 79, Bill passed away on Friday, February 3, 2023 at his home in Livonia with Carol by his side. He was born in Buffalo, NY to the late Walter and Ethel Ewert.  Bill is also predeceased by his brother, Jim Ewert.  Survived by his beloved wife of 30 years, Carol A. (Chapman) Ewert; his children, Dawn (Steven) Lester, Eric David Ewert, Todd Ewert, Heather White, Holly (Daryl) Ewert and Zachary Ewert; along with several nieces, nephews, and many friends.

Bill was known for his love of the outdoors in addition to his love for bowling.  He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and traveling with his wife Carol always at his side.  Bill made friends wherever he went.  He was quite the story teller.  Bill would gather people and entertain them with his wit and “mild” exaggerations.  Just as he did with people, Bill could envision the beauty in nature. He was known for his wood sculptures and displayed them at various art shows and at the “Chapworks” art studio with Carol.

Friends and family are invited to come and share your favorite stories of Bill at his calling hours from 5-7PM on Friday, May 12, 2023 at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia.  A Celebration of Life Service will take place at 11AM on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at the Canadice Methodist Church, 5945 Canadice Hill Road in Springwater, NY.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to:  Canadice UMC, 5945 Canadice Hill Rd, Springwater, NY 14560  or to: the Livonia UMC, 21 Summers St, Livonia, NY 14487 or send a bouquet to someone you love.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

 

Helen Jane Rombaut – January 31, 2023

Conesus/Avon:  At age 102, Helen passed peacefully on January 31, 2023 at home in Avon, NY.  Predeceased by her husband Edmond “Eddy” Rombaut, daughter Carol Peters, sisters Alice Hornberger and Elma Rombaut, and son-in-laws Chester Peters and John Duryee. Survived by children; Donna Smith of West Virginia, Elma (Ron) Reed of Conesus, Joyce Duryee of Avon, and Keith Rombaut (Michael Cobb) of Rochester; 8 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, 18 great-great grandchildren, and many nieces & nephews.

Helen spent 36 years enjoying Conesus Lake at her cottage on DaCola Shores which ultimately became a year-round home.  There she spent precious time with her husband Eddy, her children, and eventually their families.  In the summer you could find Helen driving the boat while her kids skied behind!  You could also find her playing the organ at home or at the Conesus United Methodist Church every Sunday for many, many years.  Helen loved to knit as well.  She made socks, hats, blankets, mittens and much more for friends and family. She donated many of the mittens she knitted to the church every year.  One year she made 100 for the church!

After Helen retired, she enjoyed spending time with Eddy riding along in his tractor trailer.  Helen also enjoyed spending time bowling in leagues with friends and watching baseball.  Especially the Yankees!

A Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, July 19th, at 11am at White Haven Memorial Park, 210 Marsh Road, Pittsford, NY.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Teresa House, 21 Highland Road, Geneseo, NY 14454.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

George R. Sweazy Sr “Dick” – January 30, 2023

Mt. Morris: George passed away on Monday January 30, 2023 at the age of 82. He was born in Pontiac, MI to the late George and Kathryn Sweazy. George is survived his his loving wife of 48 years Dorothy Sons; Eric, Randall, George (Patti) Sweazy; step-daughters, Deborah (John) Zyglocke, Tracy (David) Lortscher, brother; Tom (Ann) Sweazy, sister Shirley Gillies,11 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, along with several nieces, nephews and friends.

George served his country for four years in the United States Navy.

At George’s request no formal funeral services will take place. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

James R. Waden “Pee-Wee” ~ January 29, 2023

Livonia, NY:  At age 73, James R. Waden passed peacefully at home on January 29, 2023.  He was born on January 24, 1950 in Rochester, NY to the late Louis and Betty (Carpenter) Waden.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother Roger Waden.  Survived by his wife of 48 years, Patricia (McCaughey) Waden and children; Kimberly (Chris) Wigley of Avon and Eric Waden (Jane Tam) of Avon; grandchildren, Ryan Wigley, Derrick Wigley, Johnathan Kellen, and Julianna Waden.  Also survived by sister-in-law Laura Lee Waden of Wayland, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Jim, Pee-Wee to many, worked at Industrial Ceramics in Lima, NY for many years.  He enjoyed gardening, hunting, was a Cleveland Browns fan in good seasons and bad, and above all he loved his family and grandchildren the most.

Family and friends may call on Friday, February 3rd, from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, where funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 4th, at 11am.  Burial will follow at Arnold Cemetery, Conesus, NY.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Livingston County Hospice, 2 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris, NY 14510.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

 

Paul A. Guadagna ~ January 28, 2023

Honeoye:  Paul passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at age 65.  Born in Buffalo, NY to the late Paul and Helen Guadagna, he is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Karen (Kochems) Guadagna; his son, Paul Guadagna; his daughter-in-law, Roxanne (Renaud) Guadagna; his grandchildren, Paul F. Guadagna and Carissa Guadagna; his brother-in-law, Gary Kochems; along with many cousins, nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and friends.

Paul enjoyed golf, puzzles and games/cards, but most of all enjoyed the time he spent with his family and friends.

Friends and family are invited to a Celebration of Life Gathering at 12 Noon on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at the Old Hickory Golf Course, 6653 Big Tree Road in Livonia, NY.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Paul’s name to:  Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, www.lls.org.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

James H. Seeley ~ January 24, 2023

Canadice NY: James was born on August 14, 1951, and passed January 24, 2023 surrounded by his family. Predeceased by his parents, Harry & Josephine Seeley.

Survived by his loving wife, Stephanie and his beloved sons Stephen (Emily), Cody (Lexi Swift); grandchildren Arya-Grace and Owen. As well as his loving sister, MaryLynne Parmelee along with several nieces and nephews and extended family.

Working as a mason for over 40 years; Jim was never afraid of a hard day’s work to support his family. He also wasn’t afraid to serve his country, when he enlisted in the Navy and served for 3 years.

Jim loved hunting and fishing with his boys as they grew up. Jim was always up to take his sons out on their land to get a mounting worthy eight point buck every season. Fishing was another passion of Jim’s, whether it was on Honeoye Lake or Black Lake, he was there with the boy’s catching bass, pike, sunfish, perch-you name it. Stephen and Cody will cherish those memories with their father forever.

Jim was loved by so many. He always looked forward to going to the Hemlock Sportsman Club to see his dearest friends. It wasn’t hard for him to bring a smile to their faces. There was never a dull moment when it came to Jim, he always had something smart or funny to say about anything and everything. He will always be remembered at the club and there will always be a seat saved for him with a can of Busch beer, just as he would have wanted.

Jim Seeley will be remembered for his kind heart, love for his family and ability to bring light wherever his life took him. His family and friends will grieve his loss and he will be missed dearly. Jim left his mark on this Earth and the hearts of many loved ones. Rest in peace James H. Seeley, you will never be forgotten.

Per Jim’s wishes there will be no calling hours. There will be a memorial service held at the United Church of Bristol on February 4, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at 7177 County Road 2, Bloomfield, NY 14469. In Jim’s honor there will also be a Celebration of Life at the Hemlock Sportsman’s Club on February 25, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at 4883 South Main Street Hemlock, NY 14466.

Memorial contributions can be made to Sands Cancer Center at 360 Parrish Street, Canandaigua, NY  14424 and the Ontario-Yates Hospice at 756 Pre-Emption Road, Geneva, NY 14456. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

George Gary Catt – January 21, 2023

Honeoye, NY — Gary Catt, 77, of Honeoye, NY died January 21, 2023.  He was born December 6, 1945 in Columbia, South Carolina, the son of the late Elizabeth Ann (Valko) Catt, Ortolani. He was raised in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania.

He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1964. He served in multiple foreign duty stations for three years before being discharged with the rank of SP/5. Following his discharge, he attended photography school in New York City. It was a vocation he never pursued professionally, although he remained an avid amateur photographer throughout his life. He began his professional career as a journalist first with the Pottstown (PA) Mercury where he won several statewide reporting awards before moving on to the former Reading (PA) Times where he filled multiple reporting and editor positions over a dozen years including covering state government from Harrisburg.

After moving to New York, he worked at editor positions in several metropolitan newspapers and newspaper chains.  He put journalism aside in the early 1990s to join the public communications arm of Saatchi and Saatchi, the global advertising agency, where he rose to be senior communications counsel. His client base included several divisions of DuPont, Kodak Professional, Frontier Communications, and others including Wegmans.

He was a former chairman of the Varick, NY Town Planning Board, a member of the Cayuga Lake Watershed Network, the Honeoye Valley Watershed Assoc., American Legion, the Canadice Lake Writers’ Group and Ontario County Republican Committee.

In addition to his mother, he was predeceased by a sister, Elizabeth Lee Hunsberger of Douglassville, PA and Dagsboro, DE and is survived by his sister Joan Ann (Catt) Hawkins of Douglassville, PA.  He was the father of 2 children, his daughter Elizabeth Catt, his son Christopher M. Catt (Alexis Ogra) of Victor, NY and their soon to be born daughter, as well as six nieces and nephews.  He also leaves behind his beloved Jack Russell, Patch.

Friends may call Thursday, February 2, 2023 from 4-7 at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 8624 Main Street, Rte 20A, Honeoye, NY.  Private burial will be held at Sampson Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Romulus, NY.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Catherine L. Hollenbeck “Cathy” – January 20, 2023

Hemlock: At the age of 66, Cathy passed away at Strong Memorial Hospital on Friday, January 20, 2023. Catherine was born on April 18, 1956 to the late Milton and Helen Hollenbeck and was raised in Geneseo N.Y.

Cathy is predeceased by her sisters; Donna Shepard, Phyllis, Elizabeth Moore, Bernice Echevarria, and Judith Handy; and brother, Joseph Hollenbeck.

She is survived by her daughters; Tammy Bryant, Sarah (Chad) Jachimowicz; son, James (Megan Thompson) Northrop, grandchildren, Brianna, Hunter, Bradley, Dominic, Isaac and Olivia, along with several nieces and nephews.

She married and raised a family in Honeoye, New York. In 2000 Cathy remarried and relocated to Hemlock where she spent her remaining years. Anyone that knew Cathy knew how much she love she had for her grandchildren and also her fur babies. Cathy spent her days drinking coffee with her neighbor Karin, spending time with her grandbabies and more recently learning to video chat with her granddaughter Olivia.

Family and friends may call on Saturday, January 28, 2023 from 12pm to 2pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street, Honeoye N.Y. Private inurnment will take place at a later time. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Virginia E. VanStaalduinen (Geldorf) – January 17, 2023

Palmyra/Newark:  At age 92, Virginia, Ginny, Gram and GG to many, passed peacefully on January 17, 2023.  She was born on June 27, 1930 in Palmyra, NY to the late Abraham and Alta (Russell) Pieters.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her first husband of 47 years, Cornelius “Case” Geldorf, beloved sons, Stephen and Gary Geldorf, her second husband Hugh VanStaalduinen, siblings, Richard Pieters and Lenora Facer, and son-in-law Scott Lush.

Survived by children; Deb Lush of Walworth, Nancy (Eric) VanOoyen of East Palmyra, James Geldorf of Macedon, Laurie Latham of Midland, Texas and Brian Geldorf of Farmington; grandchildren, Michael Geldorf, Kelly Lush, Sara Schulte, Julie (Sean) Deshotel, Kristin (Joseph) Couto, Matthew (Carly) VanOoyen, Stacey (Michael) Dougherty, Ashley (Jonathan) Coulon, Alisha (Jon) Koeberle, Brittany (Eric) Irvin, Arielle (Kreig) Campbell, Alex Latham, Gavin (Jada) Geldorf, and Gage (Emily) Geldorf); 22 great-grandchildren; brother Robert Pieters, daughter-in-law Susan Mele; also survived by many nieces, nephews, friends, and her church family at the East Palmyra Christian Reformed Church.

Her faith and family were the cornerstones of Ginny’s life. She was a proud, faithful and involved member of the East Palmyra Christian Reformed Church and East Palmyra Christian School Ladies Circle. She drove bus for the Palmyra-Macedon School District. Ginny loved spending time with her ever-growing family.

Family and friends may call on Monday, January 23rd, from 10am-11am at the East Palmyra Christian Reformed Church, 2057 E. Palmyra Port Gibson Road, Palmyra, NY where Virginia’s Funeral Service will be held at 11am, following calling.  Burial will follow at East Palmyra Cemetery followed by a Celebration of Life Reception at the church hall.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Ginny’s memory to the East Palmyra Christian School, 2023 E. Palmyra Port Gibson Road, Palmyra, NY 14522 or online at www.eastpal.org  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com .

 

 

John D. Haak II – January 16, 2023

Lakewood, CO/Livonia, NY:  John David Haak II was born on December 11, 1979 and passed on January 16, 2023 at age 43.   Predeceased by his paternal grandparents Chet and Rosemary Haak.

Survived by parents John and Robbyn Haak of Livonia, sister Jenifer Haak of Colorado, maternal grandparents Norm and Jean Sparks, niece Emma Haak and his best canine friend Tiny.   Also survived by several aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.

John graduated from high school in 1998 and went on to earn his Associates Degree in Architecture.  He was also designated a Certified Graduate Builder by the National Association of Home Builders.  John worked in construction most of his life and some of his many talents included fine carpentry, house and barn building and operating heavy equipment.  He also worked designing trusses for a major company in Colorado.  John was very artistic and creative and had a love for gardening.  His absence will forever leave an emptiness in our hearts.

Friends and family may call on Saturday, January 28th, from 1pm-3pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, where John’s Funeral Service will be held at 3pm, following calling hours.  Burial will be held privately at Union Cemetery, Livonia.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY 14450 or online at www.lollypop.org  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Barbara M. Figler – January 16, 2023

Avon/Mt. Morris:  At age 95, Barb passed peacefully on January 16, 2023 at Highland Hospital in Rochester, NY.  She was born on March 13, 1927 in Warsaw, NY to the late Thomas and Charity (Holt) Blanc.  In addition to her parents she was predeceased by 3 brothers, 5 sisters, and by her son-in-law Tom “Moose” Conine.  Survived by daughter Monica Conine of Livonia; grandchildren, Chris (Jen) Conine, Tommy (Jill) Conine, and Leslie (Bill) Hitchcock; 9 great-grandchildren, Colin (Samantha) Conine, Joelle (Brandon) Freeman, Amber Conine, Hannah Conine, McKayla Conine, Billy Hitchcock, Dustin Conine, Mitchell Hitchcock, and Molly Hitchcock; 7 great-great grandchildren, Isabelle, Cole, Calum, Beau, Henry, Aveza, and Luna.

In this time of sadness we can all rejoice in knowing heaven just got louder, and is echoing with the infectious laughter of the Blanc family.

Family and friends may call on Saturday, January 21st, from 1pm-3pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, where funeral services will be held at 3pm, following calling hours.  Burial will take place in the spring at Glenwood Cemetery, Perry, NY.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Friends of Letchworth, 1 Letchworth State Park, Castile, NY 14427 or online at: https://www.friendsofletchworth.com/shop/donate/  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

 

Mary E. Lynn – January 14, 2023

Livonia, NY:  At age 83, Mary passed on January 14, 2023 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY.  She was born on October 9, 1939 to the late John and Edna McCarthy.  In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband Reginald “Reggie” Lynn Jr.  Survived by daughter Joanne Neu and son Christopher Lynn; grandchildren, Christopher (Val) Lynn, Killian (Caroline) Neu, Devlynn (Bel Welgan) Neu, along with several great-grandchildren, good neighbors, and friends.

Mary was married to Reggie for 64 years before his passing in 2021.  In years past she was active with 4H and the Cub Scouts.  She worked at the Livonia School District and later worked and retired from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation in Avon where she worked as a secretary in the fisheries division.

Mary and Reggie enjoyed traveling in their motorhome and spending time at their second home in McAllen, Texas.  Their home in Livonia was well taken care of and was a standout having beautiful flower and rock gardens.  She enjoyed quilting and taking care of her cat, Mac.  Mary loved her family and adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Family and friends may call on Friday, January 20th, from 10am-12noon at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, where funeral services will be held at 12noon, following calling hours.  Graveside services and burial will be held privately at Lakeview Cemetery, Groveland, NY.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Livonia Fire Department, PO Box 151, Livonia, NY 14487.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Susan D. Forest – January 12, 2023

Mt. Morris:  At age 67, Susan D. Forest passed peacefully on January 12, 2023 at Noyes Memorial Hospital in Dansville, NY.  Sue was born on September 1, 1955 in Rochester, NY to the late Leo and Bernice (Morrow) Paul.  In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her son Sean Smithson and siblings; Linda Drake and Joanne Martinez, Bobby, Mike, and Sheila Paul.

Survived by her daughter Dawn (Randy) Worden; grandchildren, Joseph Worden, Morgan Worden (Jesse Stanley), Ashley Worden (Chase McDonald), John Smithson (Zoe York) and Dustin Smithson (Makayla Miller); great-grandson Noah Joseph Stanley and siblings, Joyce Blackburn, Heather (Wayne) Fuhry, and Kathleen Paul, and her companion dog Harley; also survived by nieces and nephews including special niece Hayley Offen.

Sue enjoyed playing online games with her many friends, spending time with her children and grandchildren, spending time with Harley, and spoiling her great-grandson.  Having lived in Texas for many years, she always had a fondness for there and was hoping to go back someday.  Sue also enjoyed dancing, playing darts, and bingo.

At Sue’s request no formal funeral services will take place.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the New York State Sheriff’s Association Summer Camp, 27 Elk Street, Albany, NY 12207.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Bernardino Surita “Bernie” – January 12, 2023

Dundee, NY: At age 78, Bernie passed away at home on Thursday, January 12, 2023.  Bernie was born in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico to the late Bernaber and Antonia Troche -Surita. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years Sonia; daughter, Sadie (John) Choffin; son, Bernie (Lynn) Surita; grandchildren, Michael, Rachel (Rico), Jonah, Sofia, Dj, Nathaniel, Arianna and Catalina; greatgrandchild, Elena, along with several nieces, nephews and friends.

Bernie lived a life that family was everything to him. He was a NYS Licensed Engineer for many years at the Canandaigua VA Medical Center until his retirement.

Family and friends may call on Wednesday, January 18th, 2023 from 11am-12noon at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc, 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, where his funeral service will be held at 12noon, following calling hours. Interment will take place at Bath National Cemetery at 2pm, with military honors. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

 

Albert F. Brinkerhoff – January 10, 2023

 

Conesus Lake:  Albert Frank Brinkerhoff passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on January 10, 2023 at the age of 82.  He was predeceased by his parents, Albert S. and Cora Will Brinkerhoff of Dunkirk, NY and nephew, State Trooper, David C. Brinkerhoff.

He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Mary, sons Bert (Mary Beth) of Avon, Todd (Rita) of Springwater, grandchildren Mariel, Grace and William, his brothers Roy (Ruth) of Williamsville and Richard (Linda) of Trinity, Florida and many loving nieces and nephews.

Bert lived a life serving others and was a volunteer firefighter for most of his life wherever he and Mary made their home.  For many years he was a NYS Fire Instructor and served as a Fire Commissioner for the Town of Livonia.

While teaching public grade schools he was a high school football coach for several years.  In 1974 Bert and Mary moved their family to Avon and Bert taught for 25 years at the NYS School at Industry in Rush.  He taught math and science, and used his carpentry skills to teach students these same skills during the summer programs.   He built his own home in Avon and with the help of his sons, totally renovated his home on Conesus Lake.

He enjoyed a second career with the Livingston County Sheriff’s Department spending many years as the Sergeant of the Marine Patrol and was a NYS Boating Safety Instructor.   He loved being on the water whether it was teaching boating safety, helping boaters or just chatting with others enjoying the lake.

His biggest joy was his family. He never missed his sons or grandchildren’s ball games, school concerts, and dance recitals.  He loved spending time on the lake driving the boat with the family, teaching his grandchildren to drive all watercraft, fishing, tubing or just sitting on the porch enjoying a cold beverage.  Bert was a very engaging person who loved good jokes, laughing and debating with his many friends.

Dear family, friends and Hospice aides provided much loving care, companionship and love during his journey through Alzheimer’s which he accepted and lived with grace.

Family and friends may call on Tuesday, January 17th, 2023 from 10am-12noon at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, where funeral services will be held at 12noon, following calling hours.  Interment will be held in the future at Chapman Cemetery, Stanley, NY.  For those wishing to make donations in Albert’s memory please consider Livingston County Hospice, 2 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris, NY 14510 or the Livingston County Office of the Aging, 3 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris, NY 14510 which provided invaluable support and services for Albert and his family. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

 

 

 

Dorothy M. Elderkin (Perry) ~ January 9, 2023

Rochester/Conesus:  Dorothy M. Elderkin passed peacefully on January 9, 2023, at age 90 years, at St. John’s Nursing Home in Rochester, NY.  She is predeceased by her husband Irving Elderkin and her daughter Antoinette Elderkin.  Survived by daughter Constance Rice of Gates; son Curtis Perry of Rochester, and close family friend Bob Crystal.

At Dorothy’s request her funeral services and burial at Union Cemetery in Livonia, NY will be held privately.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Harold “Harry” L. Washburn ~ January 7, 2023

Clifton Springs:  At age 73, Harry passed away peacefully with his family by his side at his home in Clifton Springs on Saturday, January 7, 2023.  He was born in Canandaigua, NY to the late Stuart and Mary Washburn. Harry is predeceased by his brothers Stuart W. and George W. Washburn, sisters Betty J. Washburn and Rose Mary Rice, stepmother Dorothy Washburn, half-sister Jannette King, and a stepbrother.

Survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Laura M. (Clark) Washburn; his daughters, Christine (Kyle) Houseman, Karen (David) King, Kimberly (Gerald Jones) Washburn-Rayburn, and Laura (Christopher) Frey; his siblings, Marion E. (Delos) Bush, Charles (Robyn) Washburn, Richard (Barb) Washburn, Kathy (Rodney Hoad) Pierce, Joseph (Becky) Washburn; his grandchildren, Jennifer, Samantha, Sarah, Benjamin, Brette, Tirsten, Brianna, Haley, Micah; his great-grandchildren, Ryan, Kora, Amelia, Aiden, Leo, Isla, Owen, Nathaniel; Harry is also survived by half-sister Joanne Washburn –Stauffer, 4 stepsisters, 3 stepbrothers, and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

A Celebration of Life Gathering will be announced and held at a late date.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Lori J. McComb ~ January 6, 2023

 

 

Clifton Springs: At age 56, Lori passed away on Friday, January 6, 2022 at FF Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua, NY. She was born in Canandaigua, NY. Lori is predeceased by her husband, James G. McComb and by her parents Thomas and Patricia (French) Maloney. Survived by her brother David (Laura) Hasfurter, along with her best friend, Barbara (Gary) Philips.

A celebration of life gathering will take place privately. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.