Donald H. Hergenroder – January 25, 2018

Honeoye: Peacefully on January 25, 2018 at age 86. Predeceased by his wife Irene Hergenroder and brothers; Howard, William, and Charles Eltringham. Survived by 6 children; Donene Conole, Kathleen Kuntz, Paul Hergenroder, Jane Hergenroder, Janet McConnell, and Mark Hergenroder; 8 grandchildren; Michael, Danny, Kevin, Bill, Audrey, Joshua, Shannon, and Michelle; many great-grandchildren, brother Richard Eltringham; many other loving family members and friends. Also survived by his four legged companion Granger aka “Bud Bud.”

Don was born on August 11, 1931 in Reynoldsville, PA. He served his country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict as a Sergeant First Class. He married his honey Irene (DeChurch) Hergenroder in 1948 and they celebrated over 60 years of marriage before she passed in 2009. Don retired from Coca-Cola in Rochester, NY. He was the Past Commander of the Honeoye-Hemlock American Legion Post 1278.

Friends may call on Monday, January 29th, from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 8624 Main Street, Rte 20A, Honeoye, NY. Don’s Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, January 30th, 10:30am at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 8961 Main Street, Rte 20A, Honeoye, NY. Burial St. Mary’s Cemetery, Honeoye, NY with military honors. Memorial contributions may made to the Honeoye-Hemlock American Legion Post 1278, 4931 County Road 36, Honeoye, NY 14471. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Carol W. Sentiff (Winterroth) – January 24, 2018

Conesus Lake: Peacefully on January 24, 2018 at age 88. Predeceased by her husband of 39 years, Harold Sentiff. Survived by her 5 children; John (Wendy) Sentiff, Michael (Roxanne) Sentiff, Anne Sentiff, Ellyn (Mark) Chomyn, and Andrew (Cheryl) Sentiff; 7 grandchildren, Joshua, Ethan, Nickolas, Catherine, Benjamin, Nicole, and Aidan.

Carol raised her family in Chili, NY and later worked as a communication teacher at NTID. She retired to her family’s home on Conesus Lake where she loved to have her family come for swimming, boating, and dinners. She was also a master bridge player.

Friends may call on Friday, January 26th, from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY where her service will follow calling hours at 7pm. Private burial St. Michael’s Cemetery, Livonia, NY. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Carol’s memory to Morgan Estates Activities Department, 4588 Morgan View Road, Geneseo, NY 14454. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Louis P. Palumbo ~ January 19, 2018

Geneseo: January 19, 2018, at age 89 years. Survived by his children; Mark (Bernadette) Palumbo, Margarite Palumbo/Rick Smart, Mary (Ronald) Nebbia and Maureen Campolieto. Sister Madeline Incardona. Louis was a loving grandfather to Michael Palumbo, John Vincent and Benjamin Smart, Kara and Paul Nebbia, Jenna and Elisa Campolieto. Predeceased by his parents George and Margaret Palumbo, son in law Gary Campolieto and several brothers and sisters.

Louis was a dedicated City of Rochester Firefighter serving the community for 31 years. He was an avid NY Yankee fan, loved dancing, playing bocce, fishing, and taking family photos.

Following his wishes, there will be no viewing or funeral service. Memorial contributions in Louis’s name may be made to the Palliative Care Program Strong Hospital 601 Elmwood Ave. Rochester, N.Y. 14642

To send a condolence and for further information please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Diane L. Galletta (Spiller) -January 22, 2018

Prattsburgh: January 22, 2018 at age 74. Predeceased by her husband Salvatore Galletta, parents Ralph & Edith Spiller, and step-son Gary Galletta. Survived by daughters; Angela (David) Blood, Cara (Eric) Riesdorph, and Jennifer (Corey) Hawkey; step-daughters; Melanie Galletta and Carol (Robert) Schneider; daughter-in-law Mary Galletta; granddaughter Leah Blood; 7 step grandchildren and 8 step great grandchildren. Also survived by brothers Edward (Carolyn) Spiller and Robert (Christine) Spiller, many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends especially Lucille McHugh, Robin (Andrew) Nistock, and Julie Lovejoy (Todd “Red” Rhodes.)

Diane spent most of her life on Long Island, growing up in Elmont and pursuing her education and career, earning a Masters degree in education. Later she raised her family in Massapequa. She was a devoted wife and mother, raising her three daughters while taking care of her husband during illness. She was an elementary school music teacher, and enjoyed arranging chorus concerts for the school children. After her retirement, she moved to Prattsburgh, New York to the area she had always loved; often on trips upstate she would call out for everyone to “appreciate the scenery!”

She loved music, and often attended local concerts and recitals. She loved all animals, but especially her horses, cats and dogs, and enjoyed volunteering at the SPCA. She enjoyed taking family vacations with children and grandchildren. She loved going to craft fairs, bake sales, library sales (often later donating back all the items she bought), playing cards, putting together puzzles, and seeing movies.

She was selfless, loving, and incredibly generous to all who knew her. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her as mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, and friend.

Friends may call on Thursday, January 25th, from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 8624 Main Street (Rte 20A), Honeoye, NY where Diane’s Funeral Service will be held on Friday, January 26th, at 11am. Burial Canadice Hill Cemetery, Canadice, NY. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Finger Lakes SPCA, 72 Cameron Street, Bath, NY 14810 or visit their website https://fingerlakesspca.org. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Lorie Anne Smith – January 18, 2018

Henrietta/Honeoye: January 18, 2018 at age 50. Survived by her parents Edward G. Sr & Renee Smith of Largo, FL and brother Edward G. Smith Jr. of Honeoye. Also survived by several aunts & uncles, many cousins and friends.

Lorie’s Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, June 30th, 10:30am at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 8961 Main St., Rte 20A, Honeoye, NY. Private burial, Lakeview Cemetery, Honeoye. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Lorie’s Memory to DePaul’s, 1931 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY 14624. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Virginia N. Reno (Fulmer) – January 18, 2018

Livonia: Went to be with the Lord on January 18, 2018 at age 89. Survived by her husband of 64 years William H. Reno of Livonia and children; Linda Ramirez of MA, Vivian (Michael) Fujimoto of Toronto, Canada, and Amy Prehn of Livonia; grandchildren, Jordan Fujimoto, Taylor (Alyssa) Fujimoto, Midori (Robert) Goobie, Gary Burns (Gillian Miles), Grant Burns, and Julie Burns; great-grandson Lucas Fujimoto. Also survived by her brother Harvey (Evalyn) Fulmer, many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Virginia was predeceased by her parents Ervin & Francis Fulmer, her grandson Adrian Ramirez, sister Mary Jane Bishop and brother John Fulmer.

Virginia was born on September 16, 1928 in Rock Island, IL to parents Ervin and Francis (Beverlin) Fulmer. She married William Henry Reno on June 14, 1953 and they were married for 64 years. They were sealed in the Salt Lake City Temple in 1972. She was a dedicated member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Geneseo, NY. She was a very devoted wife, mother and grandmother, and family always came first to Virginia. She enjoyed traveling, reading, music, and encouraging her family in their faith.

Friends may call on Saturday, January 27th, from 11am-12noon at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 42 East South Street (Rte 20A), Geneseo, NY where her service will be held following calling hours at 12noon. Reception to follow at the church and at 2:30pm her burial will be held at Union Cemetery, Livonia, NY. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Livonia Ambulance, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY 14487. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Glen R. Harrington – January 16, 2018

Avon: January 16, 2018 at age 60. Predeceased by his mother Dorothy Harrington. Survived by children; Glen Alan (Shannon) Smith of FL and Heather (Greg) Davy of Perry; grandchildren, Nicholas Smith, and Madison & Riley Davy; father Robert Harrington of Avon; siblings, David (Robin), Daniel (Debbie), Robin (Jeff Brisbane) Frew, Tom (Betty), Scott (Darlene), and Jim (Faye.) Also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

Glen was born on June 5, 1957 in Rochester, NY to parents Robert G. Harrington and Dorothy (Granath) Harrington. He was one of 7 children in the family and lived in Avon, NY for many years. He was a skilled craftsman and worked in drywall for most of his life. Glen enjoyed spending time with friends and camping.

Friends may call on Saturday, January 20th, from 12noon-2:30pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY, where Glen’s Memorial Service will follow calling hours at 2:30pm. Private burial will be held in the future at Maplewood Cemetery, Henrietta, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Livingston County, PO Box 233, Avon, NY 14414. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Daniel Vincent Wagner – January 13, 2018

Livonia: Unexpectedly on January 13, 2018 at age 27. Predeceased by his step father Fred Maggio. Survived by his mother Maria Maggio, his father John Wagner, siblings; Nicholas Wagner, Jeremy Wagner, Brooke Wagner, and Anthony Maggio. Also survived by many other loved ones.

Dan was born on December 1, 1990 on Long Island and moved to Livonia at age 10. He graduated from Livonia High School and attended MCC. Daniel loved outdoor activities including camping and hiking. He was very handy making household repairs, maintaining, and sometimes repairing the family vehicles. He was a lifelong vegetarian due to his mother’s upbringing and his love of animals. Dan had an altruistic attitude as he was always helping others.

Dan’s Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 20th, 11am at the United Methodist Church of Livonia, 21 Summers Street, Livonia, NY. In lieu of flowers and consistent with Dan’s attitude please consider doing a good deed for someone in need and love unconditionally. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:
www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Ruth J. Gladding (Henry) – January 13, 2018

Hemlock/Livonia: Peacefully on January 13, 2018 at age 95. Predeceased by her husband Kenneth Gladding, grandson David Nichols, brother Theodore Henry Jr., and sisters; Marion Murray and Laura North. Survived by children; Jeanette (John) Durkee, Kenneth Gladding Jr., Barbara (William) Muscato, Ann (William) Watt, and Edward Gladding; 13 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, 11 great-great grandchildren. Also survived by her brother Ralph (Sue) Henry and many nieces, nephews, and other loving family and friends.

Ruth was born on December 3, 1922 in Richmond, NY to parents Theodore Henry Sr. and Onnolee (Purcell) Henry. She married Kenneth E. Gladding on November 10, 1940. She worked at General Motors – Rochester Products for many years and was the “Avon Lady” for the Livonia and Hemlock communities for over 30 years. Ruth was a member of the Hemlock Grange for 75 years, which she was very proud of. She was a dedicated and lifelong member of the Hemlock Baptist Church.

Ruth’s Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, April 21st, 2018, 11am, at the Hemlock Baptist Church, 4738 Main Street, Hemlock, NY 14466. Burial Evergreen Cemetery, Bristol, NY. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the Hemlock Baptist Church at the address above. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Bette J. Koester – January 10, 2018

Conesus Lake: Peacefully on January 10, 2018 at age 93. Predeceased by her husband Rusty Koester and sons Dale and Jay Koester. Survived by daughter Judy Koester (Carol DeRider) of Penfield. Also survived by many other loving family and friends.

Bette was born on May 12, 1924 in Rochester, NY. She graduated from Webster High School and later moved to Lakeville, NY. She was a loving mother, friend, and a forever putzer. Bette was always working around her home and loved to garden. The family would like to extend a big thank you to the 3rd Floor Memory Lane Family at the Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation for their dedication to Bette for the last four years.

Friends may call on Wednesday, January 17th, from 4-6pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY where Bette’s Memorial Service will be held following calling at 6pm. Burial will be held privately. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY 14450. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Richard E. Kraft “Dick” – January 8, 2018

CANADICE: Age 79, January 8th, 2018. Dick Kraft, owner of Kraft Real Estate and Appraisers in Honeoye NY, passed away quietly at his home on Sunday. Predeceased by his wife Mary Ann Kraft and sister Sheryl (Rick) Beltran. He is survived by his son Rich Kraft, grandchildren Kerry Ann and Justin R. Kraft, brother Ron (Monica) Kraft, and several nieces and nephews.

His Funeral Service will be held Friday, January 12th, 1PM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 8961 Main Street (Rte 20A), Honeoye, NY. At 4PM there will be a reception for Friends and Family at the Hemlock Sportsman Club, 4883 S. Main St (Rte 15A), Hemlock, NY 14466. Memorial contributions can be made to Honeoye Rotary Club, Camp Honeoye, P.O. Box 641, Honeoye, NY 14471. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Betty B. Buck – January 7, 2018

Cohocton: Betty B. Buck of Cohocton, NY passed away Sunday, January 7, 2018 with her daughters at her side in the Livington County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation.

She was born January 9, 1934, at home in Campbell, NY the daughter of Floyd LaVee and Lena Jane (Lewis) Butler. She was a graduate of Campbell High School and earned her Associates Degree from Corning Community College. Betty retired from the Steuben County Department of Social Services where she was a social worker in the Preventive Services Unit.

Betty is survived by her children; Todd (Lee) Buck of McDonald, Kansas, Tammra Buck of Savona, Penelope (Thomas Majka) Buck of Cortland; 5 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and her former husband, Gerald Buck. She was predeceased by her sisters, Iowa (Raymond) Buck, Elaine (Harry) Taft, Alberta “Bert” Bates Wilson (Bill), Janice (Ellis “Bud”) Craft and Joyce (Louie) Buchanan, and her brothers, Lewis Butler, Nolan (Carrie) Butler, Kasson (Ionne) Butler and Jay Butler.

Betty liked to say that she talked for a living, but her passion was helping families keep their children healthy and safe. She loved to share her knowledge and advice, and she enjoyed playing with children and encouraging them to learn and thrive. Once she retired, her grandchildren were a constant source of joy as they entertained her and made her laugh. She also loved reading and surrounded herself with books and her Kindle filled with as many titles as she could fit into it.

Following her wishes, there will be no viewing or funeral service. She asked that friends and family gather for a picnic in the summer to celebrate her life by sharing food, laughter, and stories of our time with her. Plans for the gathering have not yet been finalized. Memorial donations in Betty’s name may be made to the child-focused charity of your choice. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Robert A. Belmont – January 6, 2018

Honeoye/Canandaigua/Victor: January 6, 2018 at age 89 years. He was predeceased by his wife of 59 years, M. Helen (Turner) Belmont & his sister, Rita Shlesinger. Survived by his children, Bob (Amy) Belmont of Greenwood, SC., Don (Pat) Belmont of Nashville, TN., Sue Ras of Brockport, Anne (Jim) Dobbertin of Mendon. 7 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild. Brother, Donald (Sally) Belmont of Rochester. Sister, Mary Mack of Alexandra, VA. Brother-in-law, Bill Sheslinger of Alexandria, VA. Nieces & nephews. He was retired from Eastman Kodak Co. and was very active in community affairs in Ontario County.

Robert A. Belmont was born in Rochester, NY April 1928, the son of Frank and Elizabeth Richter Belmont. He served his country in the US Marine Corps from 1946 to 1948.His college education was at the University of Toronto from 1948 to 1952, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. Bob was a longtime employee of Eastman Kodak retiring in 1986. He served his community as Richmond Town Supervisor for 13 years, F.F. Thompson Hospital Board of Directors for 5 years, Chairman of the Ontario County Republican Committee for 5 years, served on the Ontario County Industrial Development Agency for 10 years, Finger Lakes Community College Foundation Board Executive Committee for 6 years, Board of Trustees Fingerlakes Community College for 9 years with being Chairman 1 year, President of the Bristol Harbor Village Association for 2 years, and several other boards and committees (ethics,environmental, zoning, etc.)

Friends are invited to attend his Funeral Mass, Saturday, January 20, 2018, 11 AM at St. Mary’s Church in Honeoye. Private burial, St. Mary’s Cemetery. Memorial contributions to Honor Flight of Rochester, PO Box 23581, Rochester, NY 14692 or at honorflightrochester.org . To share a memory or send a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Richard F. Holland – January 3, 2018

Avon: January 3, 2018 at age 72 years. Predeceased by his wife Susan Holland and son Peter Holland. Survived by children; David Holland of Los Angeles, CA and Katie (Justin) Gange of Buffalo; grandson Callen Gange; siblings, Virginia (Michael) Hayes of Ashville, NY, Donald (Cheryl) Holland of Erie, PA, and SalLee Holland of Jamestown; sisters-in-law Sally McDougall and Sara (Bob) Butler all of Sebring, FL. Also survived by honorary daughters; Nga (Thong) Au of Greece, and their children Justin & Christine, and Phuong (Xuan) Nguyan of FL; many other loving family and friends, his church family at Cornerstone Baptist Church especially Pastor John & Carol Zatkiewicz, and neighbor Kelly Frazer.

Richard was born on February 9, 1945 in Jamestown, NY. He married Susan (O’Leary) Holland on March 26, 1970 and they became proud parents of David and Katie. Richard worked at Kraft Foods in Avon, NY for over 40 years and retired in 2007. He was a resident of Wadsworth Avenue for many years and always enjoyed visiting with neighbors and friends.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 27th, at 11am at the Cornerstone Baptist Church, 4232 Reservoir Road, Geneseo, NY 14454. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Cornerstone Baptist Church – Children’s Ministries Program at the address above. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Nancy Jarrett (Flammer) ~ December 23, 2017

Honeoye: December 23, 2017 at age 62. Predeceased by her parents Beth and David Flammer. Survived by children, Daniel (Meghan) Jarrett, Matthew (Michelle) Jarrett. Grand-daughter Madison. Siblings, David (Cheryl) Flammer, Debbie Harper, Susan (Tim) Zornow. Also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces & nephews and dear friends.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 13th, at 11:00am at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Ontario County Humane Society, 2976 Co. Rd. 48, Canandaigua, NY 14424. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Cora Mae May (Fisher) – January 2, 2018

Dansville/Livonia: January 2, 2018 at age 91. Predeceased by her husband Warren “Bing” May, her parents Francis & Doris Fisher, son-in-law Jason Dobbs, and her three sisters and their spouses. Survived by Wanona Dobbs of Long Meadow, MA; Cameron (Mahogany) May of Wilmington, DE; Penelope (Edwin) Lawrence of Arkport, NY; and Fr. William L. May CSB, of Toronto, Canada. Also survived by her brother Roy (Mari Jo) Fisher of El Paso, TX; 7 grandchildren, 5 great-granddaughters, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Cora Mae was born on April 25, 1926 in Springwater, NY. She married Warren B. “Bing” May in the Springwater Methodist Church on her birthday in 1943. She attended the United Methodist Church of Livonia where she was a Sunday School Teacher, helped prepare Rotary dinners, and was on hand to help as needed with church functions. She worked for 33 years at the Livonia School District in many different capacities.

Friends may call on Saturday, January 13th, from 12noon-1pm at the United Methodist Church of Livonia, 21 Summers Street, Livonia, NY where her Memorial Service will be held at 1pm following calling hours. Private burial Union Cemetery, Livonia. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Livonia Methodist Church – Pastors Fund, 21 Summers Street, Livonia, NY 14487 or Lakeville UCC – Steeple Fund, 5687 Big Tree Road, Lakeville, NY 14480. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Pauline L. Pitcher ~ December 28, 2017

Canadice: December, 28, 2017, at age 78 years. Survived by her husband, Leonard Pitcher; daughter, Ellen LeBerth of Medina; 2 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild; sister, Clara Beaumont of Newark. Nieces, nephews, and many dear friends.

Private services will be held in the spring with burial in Farmington, NY. To send condolences, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Cleason Jay Leasure – December 31, 2017


Rochester/Conway, SC: Passed away on December 31, 2017, at age 84, near his home in Conway, SC surrounded by family members and friends. Predeceased by his wife of 64 years, Jean (Pesce) Leasure and granddaughter Jennifer Leasure. Survived by children; Cleason Jay (Eva) Leasure III, Richard (Jeanne) Leasure, Luellen (Stan Crane) Leasure, and Jeanne (Steve Levin) Leasure; grandchildren, Ryan (Nikki) Graham, Cleason Jay (Kathryn Yeager) Leasure IV, Jason (Margarita) Graham, Maggie (Andy Webster) Leasure, Jack (Kelly) Leasure, Kasey Leasure, Ben Leasure, Samantha Leasure, Anna Leasure, Benjamin Leatherwood, Madeline Levin, and Ava Levin; great grandchildren, Dorothy Leasure, Isabella Graham, Ernie Leasure, Maeda Leasure, Oscar Leasure, Arlo Leasure, Ciaran Graham, Mary Jane Leasure, Bridget Leasure, Evelyn Graham, and Beauden Leasure; siblings, Marylou Leasure Judy and Nancy Leasure Bauer.

Jay spent over 60 years in the restaurant business getting his start washing dishes at the age of 10 in his father’s restaurant in Meadville, PA. He was on his own supporting himself at the young age of 13, going to school during the day and working in restaurants after school. He later met his wife Jean at the Country Club Diner on East Avenue in Rochester in the early 1950’s; Jay a cook, and Jean a waitress. They fell in love, married and began their career together owning and operating four Rochester area restaurants including the Brookview Diner on West Henrietta Road, which they opened in 1960, and then opening Jay’s Diner on West Henrietta Road in 1966, today still a popular hangout for University of Rochester students.

In 1989, Jay and Jean opened J.J. Leasure’s restaurant, motel and banquet facility in Lakeville and then later purchased George E. France (“George’s”) Restaurant in Lima in 1994 from their good friend George France. France wanted the Leasures to take over the business when he retired knowing that in their care, George’s would continue to thrive in the local community which it has served for decades.

Throughout his career in the restaurant business, he took on leadership roles in the New York State Restaurant Association serving as Vice President and President for the Rochester chapter during the 1970’s, and awarded the NYSRA Silver Spoon award in 2001, an award for successful restauranteurs who were not born with a silver spoon, but who earned the admiration and respect of his or her peers through hard work and dedication to the industry and community.

From humble beginnings, himself, he frequently offered a helping hand to those in need, hiring several employees from a local alcohol recovery unit to help them get back on their feet. He was also known to donate equipment, food and time to numerous church and community events, and sponsored countless school and recreational sports teams over the years. He was even known to help underprivileged kids with expenses related to their school sports, and perfect strangers in need. Jay was also a Rotary Club member for several years, and served his country in the Army Reserves as a mess hall cook, and Sergeant, honorably discharged in 1960.

Jay finally retired in 2005, but his passion for the business continued in to retirement as he mentored young restaurant owners, and was still talking about how to be successful in the restaurant business just weeks before his passing. He worked very hard throughout his life adopting the saying that if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life.

In all, Jay was a successful restauranteur, an avid sports fan, loved classic cars and was known for his sense of humor, generosity, humility and great spirit. His was a life well lived and worthy of admiration.

Calling hours will be held on Monday, January 15th, 5-7 pm at Merton H Kays Funeral Home, 59 Monroe Street, Honeoye Falls. Funeral mass to be held on Tuesday, January 16th, 11am at St. Louis Church, 64 South Main Street, Pittsford, NY. A private burial will be held at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Geneseo, NY. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross., 50 Prince Street, Rochester, NY 14607. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Eugene D. Gleason “Gene” – December 26, 2017

Livonia: December 26, 2017 at age 80. Predeceased by his wife Joyce (Bailey) Gleason, his parents Donald & Hazel Gleason, and siblings Marie Rodriguez, Ruth Quaintance, and Herbert Gleason. Survived by children, Susan Ison of Avon, Pamela (Jamie) Wheatcraft of Lima, and Carrie (William) Kumar of Brockport; grandchildren, Eric Birkedahl, Avery Kumar, and Adam Wheatcraft; siblings, Betty Quaintance, Donald Gleason, David (Mary) Gleason. Also survived by several nieces & nephews and many dear friends.

Gene served his country in the US Marine Corps from 1956-1960. He was a 50 year member of the Avon Wesleyan Church and was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.

Friends may call on Friday, December 29th, from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY. Gene’s Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 30th, 11am at the Avon Wesleyan Church, 300 Genesee Street, Avon, NY 14414. Burial Union Cemetery, Livonia, NY with military honors. 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

Patricia A. Tilton (Payne) “Patty” – December 25, 2017

Livonia: Passed peacefully on December 25, 2017 at age 82. Predeceased by her husband Ralph Tilton, son Frederick Tilton, grandson Matthew Tilton, and son-in-law Jay Smythers. Survived by children, Doreen (Rick) Baker of NC, David (Rebecca) Tilton of Livonia, and Robert Tilton of FL; grandchildren, Phillip Tilton (Jess Strickland), Leigha Tilton (Parker Weeks), Adam Tilton, and Noah Tilton. Also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, many friends at Wild Briar, and cats Jessie & Wyatt.

Patricia was born on September 18, 1935 in Hornellsville, NY to parents Samuel and Marie Payne. Patty married Ralph C. Tilton in 1957 and they raised their family in Livonia. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Patty always loved gardening and flowers of all types.

No prior calling. Patty’s Funeral Service will be held on Friday, December 29th, 10:00am at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY. Spring burial Evergreen Cemetery, Bristol, NY. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the Livonia Ambulance, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY 14487. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com