Rita M. Schuster ~ September 12, 2020

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

 

Dennis J. Wittman – July 1, 2020

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.

Bonita “Bonnie” Jean Fergus Crichton, aka Mrs. Crichton – September 12, 2020

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 7th 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 15th, 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 16th, 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

 

Robert Cooley “Bob” ~ September 4, 2020

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.

Judith E. Panipinto ~ September 3, 2020

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 2nd 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 2nd 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

Cheryl Grace Hodges (Birmingham) ~ September 1, 2020

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 8th, 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

Larry A. Pragle – August 31, 2020

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

Eleanor Marian Trescott (Wood) – August 29, 2020

Livonia:  At age 92, Eleanor passed peacefully at her home on August 29, 2020.  She was born on March 1, 1928 in Livonia, NY to the late William and Marian (Payne) Wood.  Besides her parents she was predeceased by her husband Donald H. Trescott and son Roger D. Trescott.  Survived by children; Jane (Gregory) Safran of Geneseo, Glenn Trescott of Livonia, James (Elaine) Trescott of Rush, Gary (Christine) Trescott of Scottsville, Scott (Delena Sloane) Trescott of Prattsburgh, and Judy (Bob) Kelly of Livonia; grandchildren, Stephen Safran, Thomas Safran, Alyson Trescott, Adrienne Trescott, Craig (Maureen) Trescott, Joshua Trescott, Erin Trescott, Jason Trescott, Chad Trescott, Adam (Molly) Trescott, Brandilea Singh, Ketura (Joseph) Cole, and Matthew Kelly; great-grandchildren, Danielle Trescott, Jillian Safran, Oscar Trescott, Akaal Singh, Jinevra Singh and Daphne Cole.  Also survived by many other loving extended family and friends.

Eleanor was born in South Livonia and lived her entire life in Livonia.  She and husband Don raised seven children in the village and were involved in many organizations including the Lima Grand Squares, the Livonia Grange, the Livonia Historical Society and the Genesee Country Museum where she and Don both worked as interpreters of Living History.  In addition to her raising seven children, Eleanor was an excellent wallpaper hanger and beautified many of the homes in the area.  Eleanor was an extremely creative and talented sewer and made beautiful ball gowns and uniforms for historical reenacting. She also created lovely quilts and did very fine needle work in a variety of mediums.  She was a lifelong member of South Livonia United Church of Christ and volunteered many hours to the church over the years. Eleanor enjoyed singing as a member of numerous choirs, traveling, and looking for garage sale treasures.

Family and friends may call on Friday, September 4th, from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY.  Eleanor’s Funeral Service will be held at 11am on Saturday, September 5th, at the South Livonia United Church of Christ, 5079 South Livonia Road, Livonia, NY.  Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery, South Livonia.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the South Livonia United Church of Christ, PO Box, Livonia, NY 14487.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Sandra L. Powless “Sandy” ~ August 31, 2020

Livonia: At age 78, Sandy passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, August 31, 2020 at her home in Livonia. She was born in Nunda, NY to the late Glenn and Zylphia Harrington. Survived by her children; Karen Davis, Kristie Davis, Joseph (Stephanie) Powless, her siblings; Glenn “Charles” Harrington, Robert Harrington, Gerald (Shirley) Harrington, Sharon Hooker, Constance (George) Kenney, Richard (Joyce) Harrington, Edwin (Brenda) Harrington Deborah (Harkey) Rice, her grandchildren; Brandon Michael Davis, Thomas Paul Smith Jr., Katrina Smith, and her great grandchildren Madison Donnelly and Adelyn Davis, along with several nieces, nephews and friends.
Sandy embodied the vision of a good mother and her greatest joys in life was her family. She was full of wisdom, compassion and love. She was a kind and generous spirit. Her warmth was felt by everyone who she came in contact with. Her humility and thoughtfulness was one of her greatest attributes. She enjoyed playing the piano and the comfort of a good book.
Friends and family are invited to call on Thursday, September 10, 2020 from 4PM to 6PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia, where Sandy’s Memorial Service will immediately follow at 6PM. 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.

Philip I. Schultz  “Phil” – August 29, 2020

Geneseo:  Phil passed peacefully at his home on August 29, 2020 at age 56.  He was born on May 14, 1964 in Rochester, NY to the late Philip and Geraldine (Smith) Schultz.  Survived by his wife of 33 years, Tammy (Preston) Schultz and children;  Adam (Ashley) Schultz of Leicester, Eric Schultz (Samantha Vanbuskirk) of Geneseo, Aaron Schultz (Amelia Harrison) of Piffard and Cory Schultz of Geneseo;  grandchildren, Austin, Preston, Kailani, Logan, Bella, Ava, Connor, Avery, Colt, and Ashton; siblings, Donna (Terry) Lawrence, Kim (Ron) Haynosky, and Mark Schultz; also survived by many other loving family and friends.

Phil grew up in Avon, NY and worked for Iler Motors in Avon for many years.  If it had an engine he could fix it and Phil enjoyed helping others.  He was dedicated to his family and loved spending time with his children and grandchildren.  The family wishes to thank Livingston County Hospice for the care they provided, especially Leath and Serena.

Family and friends may call on Wednesday, September 2nd, from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY.  No formal funeral services will be held, the family will have a Celebration of Life Gathering at their home.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Livingston County Hospice, 2 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris, NY 14510.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Steven J. Ruderman “Steve” ~ August 23, 2020

Farmington:  On Sunday, August 23, 2020, Steve Ruderman, loving father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Mt. Morris, NY. He was 78 years old.

Steve was born on January 24, 1942 in The Bronx, NY to the late Jack Ruderman and Augusta Siegel Ruderman.  He went to The Bronx High School of Science and graduated from New York University where he majored in English and Education. He later received his Master’s in Communications from Framingham State University. He spent his summers in Parksville, NY where his grandparents owned a hotel. Steve was married in 1963 and had two daughters, Dara and Michele. Steve lived in Yorktown for many years where he raised his daughters and opened Aquarius Communications and Copy-Rite printing stores as well as a used book store. Steve was a Councilman in town and was very involved in local politics. He later moved to New Bern, NC to teach English and film at Pamlico Community College in Grantsboro where he received the Outstanding Instructor Award. Steve later retired and moved closer to his grandchildren in Farmington, NY as well as a brief stay in Bethel, CT.

A curmudgeon with a rebellious nature, Steve was always willing to listen with an open heart and give his non-judgmental advice. He never met a dog he didn’t like and loved to spoil his grand-dogs. Steve loved to garden and started vegetable gardens for the residents in his senior living apartments and later at his nursing home.

Steve was preceded in death by his father, Jack and Mother, Augusta. He is survived by his daughters Dara Pavia (Frank) and Michele Hunt (John), grand children, Jessica, Hudson, Zachary, Jackson, Jordan, Jessica, Jailyn and great granddaughter, Aria, his sister Marcia Smith, cousins Barbara Krongel, Michael Krongel, Harvey Siegel, Jeffrey Siegel, Stephan Siegel, nieces Janine and Lisa and nephew, Mott, as well as many close friends.

A memorial service will be held for family in Parksville, NY next month. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Livingston County Center for Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Activities Fund for a raised bed garden in Steve’s honor (585) 243-7222 or the Victor/Farmington Library (585) 924-2637.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

James A. White – August 17, 2020

James A. White of Livonia, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2020. He was 74.

Born July 20, 1946, he was the son of the late T. Arthur “Art” and Anna Marie “Ann” (Lacey) White. Jim attended Honeoye school before serving his country honorably as an Airman First Class in the United States Air Force from 1963-67.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Patricia, and brother, Dale. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Gail (Fugle) White, and sons, James (Leslie) White of Fairport, and Brian (Mindy) White of Livonia; grandchildren, Leah, Alex, Joe (Anija), and Libby; sister, Kathy Rowley; aunts, Lois Brisbane and Betty White; many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. He was also survived by the Fugle Family, which he considered his “second family,” and he cherished each of them.

He and Gail were married May 30, 1964 and they lived in Oklahoma while he served in the military. They moved to Rochester for two years before settling in Livonia in 1971. Family was always Jim’s priority and he was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather and friend to many.

For 36 years Jim was a dedicated employee of Eastman Kodak Company, where he was a mechanical technologist. He worked in instant film, clinical and engineering and was awarded 17 patents before retiring in 2003. He then went on to work at Infotonics for four years.

When his sons were young, Jim volunteered as a Cub Scout leader and Little League baseball coach. He was a member of South Livonia United Church of Christ and bowling leagues at the former Brongo Bowl. He was an avid golfer, mainly at Conesus Golf Club, though he rarely turned down an opportunity to play at other courses in the area.

He enjoyed working on cars and motorcycles, and always had a project — the largest being construction of his first home. Though if someone else had a project, he was more than willing to lend a hand to help a friend.

Family and friends may call on Friday, August 21st, from 4-7p.m. at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree St., (Rt. 15 & 20A), Livonia, N.Y., where Jim’s Funeral Service, with military honors, will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 22nd. Interment will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the South Livonia United Church of Christ, 5087 South Livonia Road, Livonia, N.Y. 14487, or to the Livonia Ambulance, PO Box 8, Livonia, N.Y. 14487.

*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 these guidelines including those related to social distancing and face coveringsTo send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Robert J. Foster “Bob” – August 17, 2020

Honeoye Lake:  At age 57, Bob passed peacefully at his home on August 17, 2020.  He was born on December 16, 1962 in Buffalo, NY to the late Roderick and Nancy (Metzger) Foster.  Survived by his wife Christy (Wilcox) Foster and his children; Danielle (Dave) Rector of Rochester and James Foster of Greece; grandchildren, Ariel, Cadence, and Andrew Rector and McKenzie Foster; sister Kathy Foster; also survived by several cousins, neighbors, and many friends including close friends Peter and Beth Grant.

At Bob’s request no formal funeral services will be held.  The family will have a Celebration of Life Gathering in the future.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Ontario-Yates Hospice, 756 Pre-Emption Road, Geneva, NY 14456.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

John P. Haschmann ~ August 14, 2020

Honeoye: At age 78, John passed away peacefully on Friday, August 14, 2020 at his home in Honeoye. He was born in Rochester, NY to the late Orrin and Dorothy R. Scamp. Survived by his beloved companion of 20 years; Susan Affolter, along with several friends.

Friends and family are invited to call on Thursday, August 20, 2020 from 4-6PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street in Honeoye, where his funeral service will take place on Friday, August 21, 2020 at 11:00AM. Interment will immediately follow at Lakeview Cemetery on West Lake Road in Honeoye. Memorial contributions maybe made to: Richmond Ambulance, PO Box 469, 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.

Michael W. Dubowyk “Dubo” ~ August 15, 2020

Lakeville:  At age 52, Michael passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 15, 2020 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester.  He was born in Rochester, NY to John and Marilyn Dubowyk.  Survived by his beloved wife of 26 years Darlene Dubowyk, his children; Brittnee Dubowyk, Shawn Dubowyk, and his siblings; Lorry Hulse, Lisa Molina, John (Ginny) Dubowyk, Debi (Jack) Glover, and Steven Dubowyk, along with many nieces, nephews and friends.

Friends and family are invited to call on Thursday, August 20, 2020 from 4-7PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia.  A funeral mass will take place on Friday, August 21, 2020 at 11AM at St. Matthews Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road in Livonia.  Interment will immediately follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery on Shelly Rd in Livonia.  Memorial contributions may be made to Golisano Children’s Hospital, 601 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY  14642.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.

*Please note, the Funeral Home and Church will be operating at a limited 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.

 

 

Patricia J. Matthews “Trisha” ~ May 3, 2020

Livonia: At age 68, Trisha passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 3, 2020 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. She was born in Queens, NY to the late; William and Elinor Howard. Trisha is predeceased by her husband; Elmer Matthews. Survived by her children John (Carmen Amparo Lecca-Rock) Rock, James (Kimberly Holland) Kennedy, Jennifer (Brent Fategoni) Kennedy, her grandchildren; Elizabeth Kennedy, Amelia Fategoni, Jericho Fategoni, her sisters; Elaine Miller-Roy, Marilyn Howard, Linda Carlson, and Carolyn Ruettgers .

Trisha loved nature, she enjoyed being out side watching birds, tending to her garden. She loved all animals, especially cats and owls.  She loved to can her own fruits and vegetables from her garden and was an amazing cook.  Trisha was a history enthusiast, especially when it came to local history.  She will be greatly missed.

Friends and family are invited to call on Saturday, August 22, 2020 from 10AM to 1PM.  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.

Geraldine P. Deane “Gerry” ~ April 19, 2020

Fairport: At age 85, Geraldine passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2020 at Highland Hospital in Rochester, NY. She was born in Canandaigua, NY to the late John and Clela Powers. Gerry was predeceased by her husband of 45 years; Jackie C. Deane. She is survived by special cousin William (Mary Jo) Ingraham, godchild Jeffrey Ingraham and Jamey Ingraham. Also, cousins Stephanie Butler and Richard Ingraham. Nieces: Patricia & William Quagliata (Billy and Michelle), Suzanne & Denny Trask (Todd/Jennifer and Benjamin), Kathleen & Dale VanNort (April & Ricky), Laurie Lunn Stevens (Ryann), Roxanne & Paul Hayes (Erin, Zoe, Hannah, Joanna). Nephews: Todd (Jennifer) Trask, Deane Park, Timothy Park, Kevin & Karen Lunn (Jennifer and Ashley) Ethan & June Deane (Seth & Hannah). Friends: Tony Wildy, Pat Millner and many other wonderful friends.

Geraldine was a graduate of SUNY Geneseo. She went on to work as a teacher in Penfield, NY at Indian Landing for over 30 years.

Gerry was always on the go, ready to join friends for golf, cards, mahjong, stitching, gardening, or lunch. She enjoyed travel, jazz music, attending plays, and visiting museums. She never made it past an ice cream stand!

A Memorial Mass will be held for Gerry on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at 11:00 AM at St. John of Rochester, 8 Wickford Way in Fairport, NY followed by her interment at St. Rose Cemetery on Evergreen Street in Lima, NY. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Donna J. Johnston ~ August 8, 2020

Livonia: At age 70, Donna passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at Strong Memorial Hospital. She was born in Rochester, NY to the late Howard and Eileen Johnston. Donna is predeceased by her brother; Richard Johnston. Survived by her daughter; Stacey Baughman, her special niece and nephew Craig and Christie Gfeller, her siblings; Sheila Gfeller, Douglas (Dawn) Johnston, David Johnston, and her grandchildren; Jay Baughman, Miley Baughman, and Madelyn Roome, along with several nieces, nephews and friends.

Friends and family are invited to call on Saturday, August 15, 2020 from 1-3PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia, where her memorial service will immediately follow.  Interment will take place following Donna’s memorial service at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Geneseo, NY.  Memorial contributions may be made to:  Livonia Ambulance, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY  14487.  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.

Wayne G. Priest ~ August 8, 2020

Livonia:  At age 66, Wayne passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at his home in Livonia.  Wayne was born in Rochester, NY.  He was predeceased by his mother; Irene King.  Survived by his beloved wife of 18 years; Shirley A. Priest, his father; Harold King, his children; Amanda (Corey) Lamarche, Chris (Betsy) Priest, Amber (Kirk) Young, Joshua Priest, Jamie Priest, his siblings; John (Norma) Stading, Lynn (Roy) Morris, and Janet (Jerry Vancise) Priest, along with his 11 grandchildren; Olivia, Christopher, Cyrus, Kylie, Kiara, Eli, Makayla, Aubree, Leeland, Noah and Wyatt.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date.  Memorial Contributions may be made to: The Wounded Warriors Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas  66675.  To Share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Keith C. Alexander ~ August 6, 2020

Livonia/Conesus Lake:  At age 86, Keith passed peacefully on August 6, 2020.  He was born on January 3, 1934 in Rochester, NY to the late Gilbert and Florence (Hall) Alexander.  Survived by his wife of 61 years, Barbara (Cole) Alexander and children; Karen (Dave) Coty of Livonia, Kay (Tom) Kouvatsos of Sarasota, FL, and Ken (Kelly) Alexander of Nunda; grandchildren, Richard Alexander, Katrina (Justin) Helmus, Eleni Kouvatsos, Stephanie Kouvatsos, Jay (Tanya) McGregor, and Jeff McGregor; siblings, Shirley Ward and Brian Alexander; and many other loving family and friends.

Keith graduated from Edison Tech in Rochester, NY in 1953 and later served in the US Army from 1956-1958.  He retired from SUNY Geneseo where he worked as a mechanic for over 25 years.  Keith liked building and making things.  He enjoyed living on Conesus Lake and was known for building docks.  Keith was a member of the Livingston County Antique Car Club and was a lifetime member of the Livonia Masonic Lodge.

The family wishes to extend their appreciation to all the staff members at the Fred and Harriett Taylor Health Center in Bath, NY for all the care they provided.

A private graveside service will be held at Union Cemetery, Livonia, NY with military honors.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the South Livonia United Church of Christ, 5087 South Livonia Road, Livonia, NY 14487 or the Livonia Ambulance, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY 14487.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com