Honeoye Lake:  At 73, Bob passed away at his home on Honeoye Lake on Wednesday, January 27, 2021.  He was born in Rochester, New York to the late Walter and Jane Karle.  Survived by his children; Stephen Karle and Robin Karle both of DeFuniak Springs, FL, his northern grandchildren; Eva Davis and Ripley Sheldon, his southern grandchildren; Ryan, Kadience, and Lillyann Karle, along with many close friends from Canada, and the US.

Once Bob graduated from High School, he went on to serve his country in the Vietnam War as a Spec. 5.  After the war Bob went on to graduate from college and became a mechanical engineer for the Eastman Kodak Company, where he retired.  Bob had a passion for serving his community and was the Past Captain for the Hamlin Fire Police.  He will be greatly missed.

A Memorial Service with Military Honors will take place at 11 AM on Saturday, July 24, 2021 at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street in Honeoye. Interment took place at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Rochester.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.

Hemlock:  At age 85, Priscilla passed peacefully on January 27, 2021 at The Homestead in Penn Yan, NY.  She was born on March 25, 1935 in Canandaigua, NY to the late Keith and Gretchen (Duffy) Fisher.  In addition to her parents she was also predeceased by her husband Lewis J. Gascon and her sisters; Josephine Clark and Geraldine Brink.  Survived by daughter Lew Ann Reshnyk, son Raymond S. Gascon, and grandson Raymond J. Gascon all of Hemlock.  Also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Priscilla graduated from Honeoye Central School District and later married Lewis J. Gascon.  She and her husband owned and operated L.J. Gascon Trucking in Hemlock, NY for many years.  In later years she worked as a certified driving instructor for the Empire State Tractor Trailer School in Avon NY and dump truck driver for Lakeland Concrete Products Inc. in Lima NY. She was an accomplished seamstress and an avid reader. She loved old time country music and listening to Lewis play his guitar.

A Memorial Service to Celebrate her Life will be held at 11am on Saturday, February 6, 2021 at the Hemlock Baptist Church, 4738 S. Main Street, Hemlock, NY 14466.  Interment will be held privately.  Guidelines regarding masks and social distancing will be followed.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Hemlock Baptist Church at the address above or to the Alzheimer’s Association, 435 E. Henrietta Road, Rochester, NY 14620.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Livonia: Erin Dalberth (Ripton) passed away peacefully on January 26, 2021 at the age of 57 in the comfort of her home surrounded by family after her long courageous battle with cancer. Erin is predeceased by her father; Gerald Ripton.  Survived by her loving husband; John Dalberth, her children; John Jr (Nikki) Dalberth and Shannon Dalberth (Michael Burgen), her grandchildren; Lilyana and Henry Dalberth, her mother; Diane Ripton, & her brother; Patrick Ripton. Erin is also survived by many more loving family and friends.

Friends and Family are welcome to call on February 1st, 2021 from 4pm-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree St. in Livonia, NY. Erin’s Funeral Mass will be held February 2nd, 2021 at 10:30am at St. Matthew’s Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Rd in Livonia NY.  Interment will be held privately following mass. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to ASPCA. Please see Erin Dalberth’s or family’s facebook page.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Honeoye: Dianna Lynn Shumaker (née Snow), of Honeoye, NY, originally of Clarion, PA, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on January 23, 2021.
Dianna was a source of strength, light and love to all who knew her. Out of a childhood marked by struggle she transformed her experience into a life of deep compassion, limitless generosity, steadfast faith – and quick-witted humor. In addition to being a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother and friend, she was a gifted artist, an avid gardener, a successful entrepreneur, a star bowler, a talented craftsman and antique restorer, an expert cook and baker, a rescuer of abandoned animals, and much more.

What mattered most to Dianna were family and home. In the Shumaker household, Christmases were filled with carols, her famous homemade cookies, family games, and a tree piled high with presents for the family. Halloweens were always celebrated in costume and in a fully decorated home for friends who might stop by. Thanksgivings and Easters were times for gratitude and celebration, and July Fourths hosted fireworks displays in the backyard. Not just on holidays but year-round, the kitchen was always open, and she was not content until everyone was well fed.

Despite her early struggles, or perhaps because of them, Dianna lived abundantly, and sought to impart her life lessons and values onto her children and grandchildren: those of hard work, determination, optimism, love of the outdoors, love – and humor. Her laughter was infectious, and she never took life, or herself, too seriously. She had a unique ability to light up a room and transform the simplest moments into lasting memories. Her warmth and openness drew many close to her, and she became a surrogate mother to many young people as well as the numerous animals she rescued over the years.

In her later years, Dianna became acutely aware of the finiteness of this life and did not fear what was to come in the next. She passed on with contentment over a life well lived and with trust in a loving Creator. Although her departure creates a void in the hearts of those she leaves behind, she will live on in the spirits and memories of her children, grandchildren and husband as well as the countless people whose lives she touched.

Dianna was born on September 11, 1946, to Retha Donna Stewart Winters (née Shick) and David Snow. When her mother remarried, Dianna came to view Retha’s husband Donald Winters as her father. She attended Clarion Area High School, during which time she met her future husband Terrence. The young couple married in 1965 and briefly lived in Vienna, VA, before resettling in Chili, NY, then Honeoye, NY, where they restored the 1840s farmhouse on Pinewood Hill Road in which she lived until her passing. After raising her children, she worked as a photo retouching technician and manager at Varden Studios in Rochester, NY, and ultimately left the company to grow her own successful photo retouching business in the 1990s. Later, she took turns as a pharmacist assistant, a chocolate pretzel factory manager, and a realtor – all while keeping her family together and making her house a home – before retiring a few years ago.

Surviving Dianna are her husband, Terrence Shumaker, and her three children: Donna Lynn Rosicka (Thomas Rosicka), Terry Shumaker (Che’rie Morehouse Shumaker), and Jeffrey Shumaker (Robert McCouch). Also surviving her are her three grandchildren – Jessica Ainslie, Taylor Worner and Zachary Shumaker – as well as her extended family. She is preceded by her mother and father as well as her brother, Dennis P Stewart.

Visiting hours with her family will be held on Friday, January 29, 2021 from 12:00-3:00pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street in Honeoye, NY 14471, with a memorial service to follow at 3:00pm. Owing to COVID 19 restrictions, capacity will be limited to 70 persons. Burial will take place at Deanville Cemetery in Deanville, PA, on Saturday, January 30, 2021 at 11AM.

For full obituary and online condolences, please visit www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com; her family asks that fond memories of and with Dianna be shared on this website and that, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Begin Again Horse Rescue, 2828 Plank Road, Lima, NY 14485.

Lowville, NY:  Formerly of Swain and Conesus Lake, NY.  At age 92, Gerry passed on January 23, 2021 at the Lewis County Residential Health Facility in Lowville, NY.  She was born on January 26, 1928 in Rochester, NY to the late Peter and Marie (Kondolf) Heid.  In addition to her parents she was also predeceased by her husband Karl H. Pieper and siblings, Peter Heid and Eileen (Richard) Barr.  Survived by children; Sandra (Richard) Koch of Brantingham, NY and Rick (Paula) Pieper of Prattville, AL; Brother Robert (Barbara) Heid; 3 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren;  sister-in-law Madeline Heid; several nieces & nephews.

Private Interment will take place at White Haven Memorial Park, Pittsford, NY.  Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Teresa House, 21 Highland Road, Geneseo, NY 14454.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Conesus:  At age 97, Esther passed away on January 22, 2021 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY.  She was born in Conesus, NY to the late Charles and Florence Waden.  Esther was predeceased by her devoted husband; Carlton Sharpe and her son; Francis Sharpe, her siblings; Louie Waden, Raymond Waden, Mildred Farrell, Marion Stewart, Donnie Waden.  Survived by her grandchildren; Brian (Darcy) Sharpe and Terri (John) Brisbane, and her great grandchild; Lucas Brisbane, along with several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.

Esther graduated from Livonia High School and went on to marry her high school sweetheart and the love of her life.  Once Carlton returned from WWII, they set their roots and soon after Francis arrived.  After Francis got a little older, Esther went on to become a Postal Clerk for the Conesus Post Office and retired as the Post Master 30 years later.  It was important to Esther to stay active in her community, she was a member of the Ladies’ Auxiliary Fire department, Ladies’ Auxiliary for Conlon Mulvaney American Legion, a Lifelong member of the Conesus United Church.  Esther was an avid bowler who enjoyed spending time with her friends and family. Her mind was as sharp as her last name.  Esther will be greatly missed.

A Funeral Service will take place privately at the Conesus United Church, with interment following at Arnold Cemetery in Conesus.  Memorial Contributions may be made to Conesus United Church, 6199 South Livonia Road, Conesus, NY 14435.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.

Bloomfield: At age 81, Peter passed away peacefully at his home in Bloomfield with his family by his side on Tuesday, January 19, 2021. Peter was born in New York, NY to the late Donald and Helen Elder.  Peter was predeceased by his son; Scott Elder.  Survived by his beloved wife of 62 years; Phyllis “Tillie” Elder, his children; Robert (Rebecca) Elder Sr., Melody Frye, Helen (Richard) Kaptein, his grandchildren; Robert (Alisa) Elder Jr., Kevin (Bridget) Elder, Elizabeth Kaptein, Adam Kaptein, Kyle Jr. Frye, Maryellen (Larry) Orr, Rachel (Dan) Santevecchi, his great-grandchildren; Gracie, Mason, Maverick, Colby, Levi, Wyatt, Owen, Emma, Joey, Jonny, his godchildren; Brian Broadwell and Tracy Doerr, along with several brothers, sisters, and friends.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Today Becomes Tomorrow too Fast!
Have you noticed how quickly today becomes tomorrow?
Where does the time go?
Days fade into weeks, weeks to months and months to years.
Meanwhile, we carry on and continue to fill our time with daily tasks.
We hope that tomorrow will be just a little better than today.

Tomorrow
I’ll take that extra day off.
Tomorrow
I’ll go fishing
Tomorrow
We can take that special vacation.
Tomorrow
I’ll relax and finally notice all those great people who surround me.
Things will definitely be better tomorrow.
“Tomorrow is another day”

Today we take the time to appreciate and celebrate

a man who means so much, to so many.
He was and is so much to, so many.

He touched our lives in so many ways.
The Man, who stole my mother’s heart
The Father who raised 4 children who all have their individual memories to hold.
The Grandpa who loved to teach his grandkids about fishing and hunting.
The Great Grandpa who loved watching the kids grow and learn.
The friend who would give the shirt off his back to help you out.

You CAN NOT change yesterday!
However, we know this man is in a better tomorrow.
Today became tomorrow in the blink of an eye.
Make a fresh start in your tomorrow Dad.
Be free of pain and worry.
Rest in peace Dad.
May God Bless you and keep you.
Amen

Honeoye/Brighton:  Beverly Jane Roberts (Rowley) passed away on January 18, 2021 surrounded by family and friends.  Beverly was born in Canandaigua, NY on December 11, 1947 to the late Vincent and Pearl Rowley of Honeoye, NY.  She graduated as a Registered Nurse from Alfred State College and worked as a psychiatric nurse and nurse administrator until she retired.  She leaves her loving children Matthew (Kimberly) Roberts and Victoria Roberts (Ezra Bereziuk), her former spouse and dear friend Wayne Roberts (Janice Attersley), beloved grandchildren, Lana and Jett Bereziuk, and Jack and Samuel Roberts.  She is also survived by her siblings Stephen Rowley, Vincent Rowley (Patricia) and Bonnie Rowley, many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.  Beverly is predeceased by her parents Vincent and Pearl Rowley, mother and father-in-law Elton and Melva Roberts, brother-in-law Gary Roberts and sister-in-law Gale Onderdonk.

Beverly radiated with love and compassion towards everyone that was fortunate to know her.  This love is endless and will remain in our hearts forever.  She will be greatly missed.

Calling hours will take place on January 25, 2021 from 3-6pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street in Honeoye, NY.  To attend the calling hours virtually please e-mail vgrolive@hotmail.com.  Memorial contributions can be made to the Friends of the Rochester Psychiatric Center or Wilmot Cancer Institute.

The family wishes to thank the staff at the Wilmot Cancer Institute for their dedicated care to Beverly during her battle against cancer and her beloved sister Bonnie who devoted herself to caring for Beverly throughout the past 16 months.

To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Harrisville, NY/Mount Morris, NY:  At age 77, Pat passed peacefully on January 16, 2021 at the Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation.  She was born on June 30, 1943 in Ogdensburg, NY to parents Fred Sr. and Rose (Wood) King.  In addition to her parents she was also predeceased by her husband Howard A. Ross and brother Fred King Jr.

Survived by her children; Joey (Lynda) Delair, Lynne Root, Scott (Sabine) Delair, and Tammy (Peter) Hainey; 19 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, sister Norine Dowling; nieces, nephews, and friends, including the staff at the Livingston County CNR that have loved her and cared for her the past several years.

A graveside service will be held in the spring at Woodland Cemetery, Fine, NY.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the Livingston County CNR, Activities Fund, 11 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris, NY 14510.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Farmington/Honeoye:  At age 73, Janet passed away unexpectedly on January 15, 2021 at F.F. Thompson Hospital in  Canandaigua, NY.  She was born on April 3, 1947 in New Kensington, PA to the late David and Neva O’Block.  In addition to her parents she was also predeceased by her sister, Nancy Poligo, and brother Bob O’Block.   Survived by her husband of 55 years, Charles “Bud” Dluzak and sons; Robert Dluzak of Victor and Chuck (Julie) Dluzak of Hammondsport; grandchildren:  Robbie Dluzak, Nicole Dluzak, Sarah Drozda, Lydia  Dluzak and Benjamin Dluzak;  Her brother James (Darlene) O’Block of Ohio, several nephews and close friends.

Janet was a thoughtful, loving and dedicated wife, mother and grandmother.  She enjoyed her flowers, gardening and spending the winters in Florida.  “Mrs. D.”  was a school bus driver for the Victor Central School District for over 40 years.  She will be missed by her family and numerous friends.  While she may not be with us physically today, her gentle spirit will remain in our hearts forever.

A graveside service will be held at 11am on Saturday, May 1st, at Lakeview Cemetery, County Road 36, Honeoye, NY, all are welcome.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the Ontario County Humane Society, 2976 County Road 48,  Canandaigua, NY 14424.    To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.

Geneseo:  At age 87 years Jane passed peacefully on January 14, 2021 at Strong Memorial Hospital.  She was born on November 26, 1933 in Troy, NY to the late Harry and Minnie (Fox) Pitman.  In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband Richard Reilly and brother Eugene Pitman.  Survived by children; Diane (Charles) Zammerilla of McDonald, PA,  and David Reilly of Conesus; grandchildren, Chris Zammerilla, Matt Zammerilla, Stephanie Reilly, and Aiden Reilly; twin sister Joan Murphy; nieces, nephews, and close friends.

Jane graduated from Mechanicsville High School in 1951 and later earned her degree from SUNY Geneseo.  She was a registered nurse for many years working at Strong Memorial Hospital, Livingston County as a health nurse, SUNY Geneseo, and Groveland Correctional.  Jane was involved in several groups including her craft group, Young at Heart, and Garden Club.  She was a parishioner at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Geneseo, NY.

Family and friends may call on Tuesday, January 19^th, from 3-5pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY.  Jane’s Funeral Mass will be held at 10am on Wednesday, January 20^th, at St. Mary’s Church, 4 Avon Road, Geneseo, NY 14454.  Guidelines regarding masks and social distancing will be followed. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Geneseo.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY 14450.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Nunda:  Joanna Henrietta Margaret Kirk; our dear Jo, died peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday evening, January 12, 2021 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester NY, from complications resulting from cancer treatment and surgery. She was 57 years old. She is predeceased by her mother Margaret Craig Kirk and her step mother Elsa Kirk-Boon. Jo is survived by her husband of 33 years, Charles (Chuck) Strickland in Nunda, NY,  her father Robin S. Kirk and spouse Ina residing in the Netherlands, her brother Robert Kirk and spouse Tracy, and sons Matthew and Oliver, residing in the UK, her sister Georgina Kirk Becerra and daughter Lauren residing in Texas, her sister Mathilde Kirk and spouse Daan van Kempen, and children Alex and Elsa, residing in Belgium, and her brother Eddie Kirk residing in the Netherlands.

Jo was born in 1963 in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, and grew up in NW England in Lancashire and Cumbria. Always academically driven, she completed her MA in jurisprudence (law) at Hertford College, Oxford University in 1984, and went on to accomplish a post graduate diploma in jurisprudence at the College of Europe in Belgium in 1985.

In 1985 Jo’s adventuring spirit then took her to Colombo, Sri Lanka where she taught at an international school. There she met Chuck, who was in USG foreign service managing agricultural projects. They married in Sri Lanka in 1988 and traveled together to a long term USG posting in Nepal,  followed by a Washington D.C. assignment,  before moving to their farm in Nunda, NY. where they have resided since 1995.

Jo was a full time professor at SUNY Geneseo teaching in the faculty of the Sociology and Political Science departments. Her service at the college began in 1997 as editor and principle writer for college advancement publications. Jo’s love for teaching drew her into the classroom where she was in her element interacting with the bright, motivated students of SUNY Geneseo, and she received awards for her dedicated teaching.

Jo also had a passion for Yoga, which she studied for many years and taught regular classes in both Nunda and Geneseo, NY.

Jo embarked on so many adventures and projects throughout her life, there are too many to recall within the limits of an obituary. She was a bright, warm, loving soul who drew people together,  and she will be much missed by students, friends and family all over the world.

There will be no funeral service. A memorial event will be held in late 2021 after resolution of the corona virus pandemic.

In lieu of flowers or donations, the family would like people to be kind to each other…strike a yoga pose and think of Jo.

Nunda/Mt. Morris:  At age 77 years, Linda passed on January 11, 2021 at Highland Hospital in Rochester, NY.  She was born on December 27, 1943 in Buffalo, NY to the late Francis and Mary (Perry) Didas.  In addition to her parents Linda was also predeceased by her son Duane Taber.  Survived by daughter Cindy Taber of Nunda, son Reid Taber of Rochester, step-son Mark Taber, step-daughter Lisa Taber, several nieces & one nephew.

A graveside service will be held in the future at Heritage Cemetery in Arkport, NY, date to be announced.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hearthside Cats, PO Box 282, Geneseo, NY 14454.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Conesus:  At age 60 years, Steve passed peacefully at his home on January 11, 2021.  Survived by his wife Cookie (Marciniak) Rogers and children; Steven (Gloria) Rogers Jr., Natasha (Eric) Wonsey, Adam (Amy) Rogers, Samantha Rogers, and Cody Pascalar; grandchildren, Tyler, Emersyn, Elseigh, Alex, Nijah, Carson, Maybel, and Abigail; siblings, Dave Rogers, Marilyn Barber, and Sue (Paul) Dailey. Also survived by several nieces, nephews, and friends.

Family and friends may call on Friday, January 15^th, from 5-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY.  Services will be held privately.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Conlon Mulvaney American Legion Post 1779, 6317 Marshall Road, Conesus, NY 14435.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Honeoye, NY:  Robert E. Blair passed peacefully on January 11, 2021 at the Guthrie Corning Hospital at age 83.  He was born on March 15, 1937 in Richmond, NY to the late Ellis and Alice Blair.  He is survived by his wife Jean (Soback) Blair and children; Mark (Jennifer) Soback, Darlene Bateman, and Michael Deuel. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and many other loving family and friends including special niece Alice Mann.

Bob was a veteran who served in the US Army from 1957-1963, and was a life long resident of the Honeoye Community. Bob worked 40+ years as a working foreman for Connors Paving.

A graveside service will be held in the future at West Bloomfield Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Richmond Fire Department and Ambulance, PO Box 469, Honeoye, NY 14471.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Pittsford and Livonia: At age 89, Barbara passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY. She was born in Rochester, to the late Leon and Elizabeth VanDerMeid.

Barbara graduated from Livonia Central School and continued her education at Buffalo State, graduating with a BS in Home Economics. She joined the education profession, teaching in the RCSD at Ben Franklin High School and School 24. Barbara is predeceased by her daughter Betsy Jo Borkhuis and her brother David VanDerMeid. She is survived by her loving husband of 66 years; Barry J Blum, her children; Robert Leon Blum, Brenda Jae Brodsky, her brother; Richard (Sara) VanDerMeid, her son-in-law; Carl Borkhuis, her 5 grandchildren; Reed Brodsky, Graham Brodsky, Caitlyn Blum, Chloe Blum and Caroline Grace Blum. She was known to her grandchildren as “Bobbi”.

While Barbara was raised in Livonia, she lived most of her life with her husband and three children in Pittsford, NY where she raised her family and developed many lifelong friends. She was known to be a sweet, loving person who was always kind to everyone. She had a passion for reading often consuming several books a week.

Together with her husband she traveled to England, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Latvia and Russia. Completing her trip with a cruise on the Rhine River passing through Hungary, Germany, France and Holland. On a later cruise, they visited Alaska and Canada.

Barbara enjoyed her later life at her home on Conesus Lake where she often entertained family and friends. Her beautiful snow-white hair and green eyes will always be present in our hearts and memory.

Due to Covid 19 restrictions no formal funeral services will be held at this time. Interment will take place privately at White Haven Memorial Park in Pittsford, NY.
To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Livonia:  At the age of 63, Lois passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 after a courageous battle with brain cancer.  She was predeceased by her father.  She was survived by her beloved husband of 30 years; Charlie Cicero Sr., her sons; Charles Cicero Jr. and Samuel James Cicero III; her daughter, Mary Cicero, her mother, sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews, and many friends.

Lois enjoyed spending time with her family, most of all her three children.  She also enjoyed celebrating the holidays, being outdoors in the sunshine, and taking day trips with her husband.

Lois worked for many years at Kodak but spent her most recent years working at Wegmans where she was known by an abundance of coworkers and customers for her generous heart, contagious smile, and warm spirit.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10am on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Saint Matthew’s Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road, Livonia, NY.  Burial will be held privately for the family at St. Michael’s Cemetery in Livonia, NY.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Lois’s name to Livingston County Hospice located at 2 Murray Hill Drive, Mount Morris, NY 14510.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

*Please note, the 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.

Honeoye:  At age 70, Gale passed away peacefully, surrounded by her girls and the love of her life on Monday, January 4, 2021 at FF Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua, NY.  She was born in Rochester, NY to the late Charles and Margaret Collister.  Gale grew up in the Charlotte area and made Honeoye her home for the past 47 years. Survived by her companion; Stephen Rowley, her children; Lisa (Joe) Soliday, Kathryn Onderdonk (Jason Miller), Sarah (Thomas) Morey, Chad (LaNelle) Rowley, her siblings; William (Dolores) Collister, Judith Collister, Charlene Collister, and her grandchildren; Justin Soliday, Jacob Soliday, Fiona Morey, and Ace Rowley, along with her niece; Kelly Given (Brian Waggoner), nephew; Andrew Collister, several cousins and those she considered family.

Gale will fondly be remembered for her love of bingo and lottery scratch off tickets. Gale looked forward to her Friday night fish fry and her annual outings to the RFD Turkey Raffle parties. Gale was a 1968 Charlotte High School graduate. She also earned her NY State LPN nursing degree just after high school and dedicated her life career to caring for others working at Rochester General Hospital, the Canandaigua VA Hospital, private home care, and nursing homes, and a doctors office from where she retired in 2019. She was an avid bowler and bowled in many leagues where she made many lifetime friends along the way. Gale had a love for travel whether it be camping across country, day trips by car, or even to Texas by train she was ready to go. Gale was an avid car racing fan. Every Saturday night was spent at the Canandaigua Raceway and many others including vintage car racing events at Watkins Glen International Raceway. Her love for having fun never paled. She loved playing cards working on her crossword puzzles and sudoko. She also loved doing puzzles together with family. Gale always had a friendly smile and a twinkle in her eye. She always took a few moments to say hello and share a few words. Wherever she went she lit up a room. Gale will forever be missed.

Friends and family are invited to call on Monday, January 11, 2021 from 3PM to 6PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street in Honeoye.  In keeping with Gale’s wishes, no formal funeral services will take place.  Memorial Contributions may be made to the Richmond Fire Department:  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.

Canandaigua/Livonia:  At age 87, Tom passed away peacefully, with his family by his side at his home in Canandaigua on Saturday, January 2, 2021.  Tom was born in Honeoye Falls to the late John and Enid Sargeant.  He was predeceased by his brother; John Sargeant, son-in-law; Charles Deller, his grandson; Richard Britton, and great grandson; Jerry Britton.  Survived by his beloved wife of 69 years; Virginia Sargeant, his daughters; Barbara Deller, Sharon Sargeant, Linda (Armando) Alvarado, and Amber (Jeff) Savage, and his siblings; Bob Sargeant, James (Dorothy) Sargeant, Susanna Wright, and Margaret (Robert) Richardson, his aunt; Margaret Snoddy, along with 11 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and friends.

Tom learned at an early age to weld from his father, and he pursed his passion for ornamental works and started Sargeants Ornamental Iron Works in Livonia.

Tom enjoyed spending his free time gardening, being out in the nature, wood working, spending time with his family and talking to others and cracking jokes. He also enjoyed talking about herbs, politics and watching trains. Tom also has a display of Hess trucks that he has collected over the years at the Livonia Public Library.

Tom’s Ornamental work of 45 years can be seen all over, some are as local as a house hold stair railings or the Livonia Public Library to historical places such as Letchworth State Park and a Las Vegas Casino.

Tom was involved in many organizations, and was members of the Dansville Moose Club, NYS Covered Bridge Society and the Noma Society.

A memorial service will be announced at a future date.  A private graveside service will take place at Covered Bridge Evergreen Cemetery in Springwater, NY.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.