Clarence W. Rath of Hemlock died April 10, 2010 at age 82. He is survived by his wife Rita; son, Steve Rath of Bloomfield, daughter, Cindy (Roy) Lubberts of Largo, FL. 3 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren. sisters, Virginia (Robert) Carrier of SC, Alice (George) Johnson of Alaska, nieces & nephews.

Friends may call Thursday 4-7 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Briggs St. Honeoye where services will be held on Friday at 10 AM. Memorial contributions to Hemlock Fire Dept or the Palliavtive Care Unit at Strong Hospital. To send a condolence please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

John A. “Jack” Lowe, 82 of Livonia died Easter Sunday, April 4, 2010. Jack was predeceased by his wife Evelyn Lowe and granddaughter, Caitlyn Lowe and sister Dottie Shields. He is survived by his loving children, Steve of Seminole, FL. Terry (Bob) of San Diego, CA. and John (Patty) of Webster. Grandchildren, Hannah, Mark James, Allison and Madison. Nieces and nephews. Special friends, Chuck and Lois Owens, Bob and Ginny Butler, and Barb and Bill Phillips.

Jack was a salesman for Srantoms for 30 years. He was born Christmas Day in Wildwood,NJ, resided in Livonia, and most recently, lived in St. Petersburg, FL. Jack loved attending Livonia sports games (as the candy man!), enjoyed playing in the men’s softball league, coaching little league, working at Pontillo’s pizzeria, and an was an avid Pittburgh Steeler’s fan. He was the greatest Dad in the whole world.

Friends may call Saturday, April 17, 2010 from 2-4, 6-8 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St. Livonia where services will follow calling at 8 PM. Private Burial, Union Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the Myers Foundation PO Box 431, Livonia, NY 14487 or Woodside Hospice, 6774 102nd Ave. Pinellas Park, FL. 33782-2909. To send condolences or share a memory, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Lillian J. Williams, 78 years, of Burch Hill Road, Canadice died Wednesday, March 31, 2010, at FF Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua. She was born December 20, 1931 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the daughter of Paul and Briget Nash Gascon. She was predeceased by her husband, Leon Gascon in 1983.

She is survived by her son, Michael (Melissa) Williams of Canadice, 2 grandchildren, Michael (Christine ) Williams and Nichole (Joshua) Torrey. 3 great grandchildren, Jenna Torrey, Haley Torrey, Liam Williams. Her sister, Anna Lawrence of Ellicottville, NY, her brothers, Norman and Martin (Eileen) Gascon both of Hemlock. Several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call Saturday 12 Noon – 2 PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St. Livonia where services will follow calling hours at 2 PM. Burial, Union Cemetery, Livonia. To send condolences or share a memory, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Geneseo: Ethel Marie Gaczynski died suddenly while visiting South Carolina at the age of 86 years on March 31, 2010. She was born in Sterling, NY and lived many years in Livonia, NY operating the A&E Fruit Stand on Washington Street. She is survived by her four children, Bonnie Clore of Longs, South Carolina, Theodore Gaczynski (Sherry) of Ramrod Key, Florida and Elma, New York, Helen Panipinto (Mike) of Livonia and Marcel Gaczynski of Conway, South Carolina. Also survived by 11 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, 3 brothers Merle, George and Harold Howland and several nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Arrangements entrusted to Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., Livonia, NY. Memorial contributions can be made to Horry County Fire and Rescue, 2560 N. Main Street, Conway, South Carolina 29526. For further information or to share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Avon: March 31, 2010 at age 72 years. Survived by children: James (Becky) Smith of Livonia, David Smith of Kansas City, KS, Linda Smith of Erie, PA, Dawn Smith of Livonia, Teresa Marasa of Geneseo, James Lauko of Geneseo, and Chuck (Penny) Lauko of Geneseo. Sister Judy Green of Caledonia and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Family and friends are invited to a graveside service on Saturday April 17, 2010 at 12 noon at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Rte 20a, Geneseo, NY. Arrangements entrusted to Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., Livonia-Honeoye. For further information or to share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Robert Glaser of Cheryl Drive, Honeoye died Tuesday March 30, 2010 at the Hospeace House in Naples. He was born in Brooklyn, NY, May 12, 1925 the son of Simon and Dora Glaser. He served during World War 2 in in the US Army Air Force. Prior to retirement, he was employed for many years at the Canandaigua Central School District. He is survived by his children, Debra (Paul) Patrick of Geneva, Kim Glaser-Taylor of Dover, NH., Eric Glaser of Roswell, Georgia, and Charles Glaser of Florida. 4 grandchildren, Jenna, Cory, Christopher, and Jessica.

Private funeral services will be held. Arrangements, Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Honeoye-Livonia. To send condolences or share a memory: please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Carl K. Hillyard, 78 years of Honeoye Gardens, died March 30, 2010. He was born May 15, 1931 in Rochester, NY son of Lester and Hazel Foote Hillyard. He served in the US Army during the Korean War and was a member of the Honeoye-Hemlock American Legion. Carl was employed for 23 years with the Rochester City School District, retiring in 1978.

Carl is survived by his wife of 55 years, Barbara. Sons, Randall (Sabra) Hillyard of Rochester, Timothy (Belinda) Hillyard of Springwater. 4 grandchildren, Ben Martinez, Corey (Cheryl) Martinez, Carl Hillyard, Brittnee McMurtry; 3 great-grandchildren; 4 sisters, Mildred Fuino of Rochester, Betty Leo of Scottsville, Dorothy (Arthur) Leo of LeRoy, Gail Tuite of MD; sister-in-law, Agnes Hillyard of Henrietta; many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers, Frank, Harold, Chester, Arthur, & Donald Hillyard. also sister, Leona Lewis.

Friends may call Friday, April 2, 2010, from 1-4 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St., Livonia. Funeral Services, Saturday, 10 AM at St. Mary’s Church, Route 20A, Honeoye. Burial, St. Rose Cemetery, Lima. Memorial contributions to the Honeoye-Hemlock American Legion Post or Lollypop Farm. To send condolences or share a memory, please visit:
www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Marjorie R. Korndoerfer, 87 years, of Cluny Point , Conesus Lake (Lakeville) died Sunday, March, 28, 2010 at her residence. She was born October 28, 1922, in Rochester, NY the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Fischer. Marje was a graduate of Monroe High School in Rochester and retired from the Livonia Central School District where she had been employed for several years. She was a member of the former St. Joseph Church in Livonia and a current member of St. Matthews Church. She also was a long time member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Lakeville Fire Dept. She was predeceased by her husband, Harry in 1987.

Marge is survived by her boys and family Paul & Molly, Steve & Char and Ken; grandchildren, Kyle & Mary, Shareen, Katie &Aaron, Toby and Nate; great grandchildren, Ainsley and Tyler; Sister-in-law, Sue Fischer of Rochester, nieces & nephews; Bandit & Cruiser, who brought her joy every time they came to visit. A special thanks to Diane Dillon, Chris Peri & and her ‘special buddy’ Kathy Mann, for the excellent care you provided her each day.

Friends may call Friday, April 16, 2010 from 4-7 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St. Livonia. Funeral Mass Saturday, April 17, 2010, 10 AM at St. Matthew Church, Route 20A, Livonia. Burial, St. Michaels Cemetery. Memorial contributions to Livonia Food Pantry, PO Box 233, Lakeville, NY 14480. To send condolences or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Conesus: March 25, 2010, at age 93. Predeceased by her husband Melvin “Mickey” McNinch. Survived by her children, Donna (Joseph) Sabo of Conesus and Patrick (Annette) McNinch of Conesus. grandchildren, Rhiannon Kramer, Anthony, Joseph, Samantha, and Abigail McNinch; sister, Beatrice Webster of Livonia; nieces & nephews.

Friends may call Sunday, 1-3 and 7-9 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., Route 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St., Livonia. Funeral Mass, Monday, 10 AM at St. Matthews Church, Route 20A, Livonia. Burial, Arnold Cemetery, Conesus. Memorial contributions to the Conesus Fire Dept. or the Conlon-Mulvaney American Legion Post. To send condolences or share a memory, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Ruby L. Herrington, 89 years of Hemlock passed away March 24, 2010. She is survived by her sons, James (Joanne) Semmel of Clarksville, MD and Harold (Lori) Ferringer of Gates. 11 grandchildren,14 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandson. Brothers, William (Jean) Benson of Livonia, Kenneth (Jean) Benson of Lima, Wayne (Marge) Benson of Livonia. Sister, Ruth Tucker and Marion Swager both of Livonia. Nieces & nephews. Ruby was predeceased by her son Robert Semmel and her brother Albert Benson.

Friends may call Sunday 1-5 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St. Livonia where funeral services will follow calling hours at 5 PM Sunday. Burial, Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Geneseo. Memorial contributions to the Hemlock Methodist Church, PO Box 147, Hemlock, NY 14466. To send condolences or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Darlene M. “Dede” Whitwood, age 43, of Livonia-Wellsville died March 20, 2010. Darlene is survived by her husband, William; mother, Diane (Thomas) Prouty of Ulysses,PA., father, Frederick Novisher of Galeton, PA. Sisters, Debra (Daniel) Hocking of Florence,MT and Melissa (David) Bleggi of Wellsboro, PA, brother, Christopher Novisher of PA. Step-siblings: Jeanine Klimek, Jackie Sprouse, Atisha Hopkins, Tara Clouser, & Scott Gerhart. Aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Friends may call Wednesday 4-7 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St. Livonia. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday 11 AM at St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, Main St. Geneseo, NY. Memorial contributions to the SPCA, PO Box 381, Wellsville, NY 14855 or Geneseo Ambulance Fund, PO Box 428, Geneseo, NY 14454. To send condolences or share a memory, please visit: www. dedewhitwood.com or www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Honeoye Falls: March 19, 2010 at age 85 years. Predeceased by husband Donald Colter in 1991. Survived by children: Judith Morgan, Robert Herington of Lima, NY, Kenneth Colter of Santa Belle Island, FL, and Kevin Colter of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Four grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

A graveside service will take place on Saturday May 1, 2010, 12 Noon, at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Geneseo, NY. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc, 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY. To send a condolence and for further information please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Doris E. Ebersold, 94 years of Rochester died Wednesday, March 17, 2010. Doris was predeceased by her husband Earl W. Ebersold in 1995. She is survived by her children, Edward (Margaret) Ebersold of Ithaca, Ronald (Elaine) Ebersold of Webster, James (Betty) Ebersold of Hemlock, Sylvia Wolfe of Henrietta, Larry (Erin) Ebersold of Livonia. 17 grandchildren, great-grandchildren. sister-in-law Joyce Ebersold of FL. nieces & nephews. Also, many extended family members.

Friends are invited to her memorial service, Tuesday, March 23, 2010, 2 PM at South Presbyterian Church, 4 East Henrietta Road, Rochester,NY 14620. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Church by the Sea, PO Box 8277, Madeira Beach, Florida 33738. Interment will be private. Arrangements: Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Livonia-Honeoye. To send condolences or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.

Joyce A. Duncan, Avon/Livonia died Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at age 63 years. She is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Duncan; son Hugh Arnold Duncan; sisters, Sue Bartlett, Linda (Ernest) Thornton; brothers, James and Samuel Hill. 3 grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Predeceased by husband, Hugh Duncan.

Private services and interment will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Fowlerville. Memorials to American Cancer Society/Colon Research. To send condolences or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

George A. Ward of Route 20A, in Bristol, died Monday March 15, 2010 at the Hospeace House in Naples, after a lengthy illness. He was born in Canandaigua, NY September 4, 1939 the son of George and May Doty Ward. A life long resident of the Bristol Honeoye area, George was very much involved with his communities. A former Bristol Town Supervisor, he also was a member of the Honeoye Masonic Lodge, the Honeoye United Church of Christ, Ducks Unlimited, Honeoye Gun Club, and the Honeoye Fish and Game Club. He owned operated Wards Lumber in Honeoye for many years along with many other business ventures. George married his wife the former Verna Marble on December 2, 1961. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Ronald Ward.

He is survived by his wife, Verna; sons and daughters-in-law, Gregory and Kim Ward of Bristol; Brian and Brenda Ward of Bristol. 4 grandchildren, Ben, Brandon, Andrew and Aaron. brother, William (Cathy) Partridge of Greece. several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call Thursday 2-4 and 7-9, March 18, 2010 at the Honeoye United Church of Christ, Route 20A Honeoye, where funeral services will be held on Friday at 2 PM, with the Rev. Brian Krause officiating. Burial, Evergreen Cemetery, Bristol. Friends wishing may make memorial contributions to the Hospeace House, County Road 33, Naples, NY 14512, the Honeoye United Church of Christ, PO Box 147, Honeoye, NY 14471 or the Kidney Foundation, 15 Prince St. Rochester, NY 14607. Arrangements, Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Honeoye-Livonia. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Dolores (Dady) (Hoh) of Conesus passed away March 13, 2010 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was predeceased by her husbands,Fred Hoh and Roger Bell, also grandson, Robert Everson. Dolores is survived by her children, David Domville, Hemlock, Joyce Domville,Victor, and Charlotte (Donald) Everson, Phelps. Grandchildren, Alisha, Michelle, April, Donald, Andrea and David. Great-granddaughter, Jordan. Sisters, Joanne McManus,Conesus, Susan (Terrance) Fitzgerald, Rochester, Judy (Bruce) Martin, Conesus, Roxanne (Jim) Thrush of MI. Nieces,nephews, and cousins.

Friends may call Tuesday 2-4,7-9 at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home,Inc. Routes 15 & 20A, Livonia. Funeral Mass, Wednesday, 10 AM at St. Matthews Church, Route 20A. Livonia. Burial, St. Michaels Cemetery. Memorials to Livingston County Hospice or the Cancer Society. To send condolences or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Lillian Traynor Kurtz, 97 years, formerly of Livonia and an 8 year resident of California, died March 11, 2010 in Mission Viejo, California. She was born on January 21, 1913 in Groveland, NY. She was the second child of James A. Traynor and Jessie Craig Traynor.

Lillian spent the majority of her 97 years of life in New York State. She lived between Groveland and Nunda during her early years. She was a graduate of Nunda High School. In December, 1937 Lillian married Vincent Kurtz. They owned and worked farms in Cohocton NY,then, Livonia NY.

Lillian’s faith in God was her guide throughout her life. She was a member of the Catholic religion. Lillian was a registered Democrat and served as an election inspector in election districts in the town of Livonia.

Lillian was a seamstress. She could sew and tailor clothes to perfection. She was an amazing quilter. She could knit and crochet without missing a stitch. Lillian had a ‘green thumb’ recognized by the beautiful flowers she grew. Lillian was an avid reader and enjoyed a variety of literature. Lillian enjoyed dancing.

Lillian was predeceased by her husband of 67 years, Vincent in February 2002. She is survived by her children Rita Kurtz of Newport Beach, CA, William (Barbara) Kurtz of Livonia, Sally Roberts of Killington, VT, Jim (Linda) Kurtz of Irvine, CA, Ann (Robert) Glennon of Lake Worth, FL, Karen Kurtz-West (Daniel) of Rochester, Debra (James) Stewart of Murfreesboro, TN, 15 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren. Cousin Roberta Shores Grover of Nunda; nieces and nephews.

Lillian worked as a server for many years at the former Foster’s Restaurant in Avon, NY. She developed many friendships at her job and was affectionately know as “Aunt Lill”.

Friends are invited to attend her Funeral Mass Friday, April 23, 2010 at St. Matthew Church, Route 20A, Livonia at 10 AM. Memorial contributions may be made to Hoag Hospital Foundation Cancer Center, PO Box 6100, Newport Beach, CA 92658 C/O Rita Kurtz or to a favorite HOSPICE organization. Arrangements Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Livonia, NY. To send a condolence or share a memory, please visit www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Frank J. Riedman of Livonia and Rochester, passed away March 11, 2010. He is predeceased by parents Susan and Frank J. Riedman Sr., and sister Anne Heneghan. Survived by wife of 51 years Norma; children Richard (Laurie), Theresa Eckert (Dan), Jean Bolotin (Jim), and Patricia Yeager (Andrew). Grandchildren: Liz, Becky and Hannah Riedman; Kori, Joe, Brad and Marykate Eckert; Katie, Julie, Grace and Matthew Bolotin; Lucy, Greta and Josie Yeager; brother John (Eileen), sister-in-law, Nancy Macon, and many nieces and nephews.

Frank was born in 1933 in Rochester, N.Y., and attended Aquinas, before graduating from the College of the Holy Cross. He joined the family business and rose to VP, Riedman Insurance. He served on many boards including: President of the New York State Agents Association, President of the Monroe Community Hospital Foundation, Chairman of the Livingston County Water Authority, and a board member of Catholic Charities of Livingston County and the Rochester Area Community Foundation. Frank was an avid sailor, who had a great wit, boundless generosity and a lifetime love of Conesus Lake.

Friends may call Thursday 2-4 pm and 7-8:30 pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St., Livonia. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 am Saturday at St. Matthews Church, Rte 20 A, Livonia. Burial, St. Michael’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, send donations to Camp Stella Maris, 4395 E. Lake Rd., Livonia, NY 14487, Catholic Charities of Livingston County, 34 E. State St., Mt Morris, NY 14510 or Monroe Community Hospital, 35 E. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14620. To send condolences or to share a memory, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Leicester-Cuylerville: Julia O. Holland, 89 years of Cuylerville Road, Leicester, NY died Monday March 8, 2010 at Noyes Memorial Hospital in Dansville, NY. She was born in Mt. Morris, NY, October 2, 1920, the daughter of Frederick and Nellie Mott. She was predeceased by her husband, Frederick J. Holland on March 31, 2002.

She is survived by her children, Frederick (Darlene) Holland of Piffard, Stanley Holland of Leicester, James Holland (Eric) of Leicester, Beverly Sackett of Batavia, Gloria (Richard) Castner of Livonia. many grandchildren, great grandchildren and 1 great great grandson.

Friends are invited to attend funeral services Saturday March 13, 2010, 11 AM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Routes 15 and 20A, 21 Big Tree St. Livonia. Rev. Deborah Roof will be officiating. Friends wishing may make memorial contributions to Noyes Hospital Hospice Unit, 111 Clara Barton St. Dansville, NY 14437. To send condolences or share a memory, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Patricia E. Smith, 63 years, of Honeoye, passed away Monday, March 8, 2010, after a year long battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Russell C. Smith; 5 children, Michael (Janet) McBride, Deborah Crowe, Matthew Smith, Amanda Smith (Chris Healy), Andrew (Kaylei) Smith, adopted daughter, Jennifer (Matthew) Jennejahn all of Honeoye. 9 grandchildren, Alicia, Kourtney, and Kylie McBride, Collin, Tarah, and Zackory Granger. Alison and Brooklyn Healy and Maia Jennejahn. 2 sisters, LeeAnne (Elmer) Suter and Sandra Farron. brother, Robert (Sara) Butler,. adopted sister, Debbie (Keith) Klink. several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of much loved friends.

Friends may call Wednesday March 10, 2010, from 7-9 PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Routes 15 and 20A, 21 Big Tree St., Livonia, where services will be held on Thursday at 11 AM. Burial, Oak Ridge Cemetery, Lima. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions gratefully accepted by Visiting Nurse Hospice, 2180 Empire Blvd. Webster, NY 14580 or the Richmond Ambulance Fund, PO Box 469, Honeoye, NY 14471. To send condolences or share a memory, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com