Ivan W. Wheeler ~ May 29, 2021

Dansville:  At age 77, Ivan passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2021 at Rochester General Hospital.  He was born in Conesus, NY to the late Pete and Myrtis Wheeler.  Survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Margaret Parsons, his children; Wanda Wheeler, Ivan Wheeler, Colleen Wheeler, Loretta Landon, his siblings, Marjorie, Lois (Bill), Lillian, Lisa, Carolann (Larry), Joanne (Melvin), Donnie (Karen), Rose (Fred), Lester, Michael, Peter (Veronika) Susie, Butch, Diane (Mike), his 13 grandchildren; Ivan Jr. (Lauralyn), Patrick (Erin), Amanda (Jason), Shawn (April), DeJhiona, Mersadizes, Dawson, Tapanga, Trinity, Anthony, Renezamae, Jason Diana, and his 19 great grandchildren, Nevaeh, Quinn, Patrick Jr., Stephen, Alexander, Lukas, Hailee, Elliana, Kemerson, Maliki, Zayden, Dayton, Emmitt, Braxton, Carter, Kada, Mariah, James and Kayson along with several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

 

Friends and family are welcome to call from 10AM to 12PM on Thursday, June 3, 2021 at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia, NY, where Ivan’s Funeral Service will take place at 12 NOON.  Interment will immediately follow at Arnold Cemetery on Elm Street in Conesus, NY.  Friends and family are invited to the Hook and Ladder Company, 26 Clara Barton St. in Dansville, NY following services for food and fellowship.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.

 

Elaine M. Seitz ~ May 26, 2021

Hemlock: At age 76 Elaine passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at FF Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua, NY. She was born in Rochester, NY to the late John and Bernice Ackerson. Survived by her children; Sheri Seitz and Ronald Seitz II, along with her 4 grandchildren.

Interment will take place privately at Evergreen Cemetery in Bristol, NY. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Robert F. Van Skiver “Bob”~ May 21, 2021

Bath: At age 84, Bob passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021 at the Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath, NY. He was born in North Hornell, NY to the late Orville and S. Marie Van Skiver. Survived by his children; Debbie (James) Brandon, Douglas Van Skiver, David Van Skiver, and Dean (Kelly) Van Skiver, his brother; Richard (Joan) Van Skiver of Wallace, NY and Mary Lou (Paul) Stark of Honeoye, NY, his nieces and nephews; Jeffrey (Coreen) Stark, Robin M. Stark, Joelle Van Skiver and Jason (Stacie) Van Skiver, along with several great nieces, nephews and friends.

Bob loved to serve his community and served as Fire Chief for the Savona Fire Department from 1970-1978. He will be greatly missed.

A Memorial Service will take place at 3PM on Sunday, June 13, 2021 at the East Bloomfield United Methodist Church, 2 Park Pl, Bloomfield, NY 14469. Interment will take place at 1PM on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at Grove Cemetery on East Morris Street in Bath, New York. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Eileen M. O’Brien – Stokes ~ May 20, 2021

Bonita Springs, FL/Conesus Lake: On Thursday May 20, 2021 Eileen Mary O’Brien – Stokes, 77 years old, took her last breath within this world, surrounded by those she loved. She has now begun her eternal life where the Lord has called her home.
Eileen Mary O’Brien-Stokes was born on September 17 in Rochester, New York to the late William and Alberta O’Brien. She was raised among six children in Rochester and graduated from Our Lady of Mercy high school. Eileen attended Brockport College and for a period of time taught grade school. She soon became very busy raising and unconditionally loving her three children. She would later join the Department of Social Services in Canandaigua, New York and eventually retire form there as the Director of Office for the Aging.

Eileen was married to her soul mate, David, for more than 30 years. They shared a love and a passion for life like no other. They traveled many places together, shared a delicious meal, and were always visiting the local movie theatre for the latest feature. They doted over one another each and every day and remained fully committed to their beautiful marriage.

David and Eileen moved to Florida nearly 20 years ago and continued the quest of building relationships with different people and joining community activities and organizations. Eileen belonged and ran several book clubs, would oversee her “Knit Wits” knitting group, helped organize a monthly Euchre Club gathering and could always be found at her local communities’ “Ladies Night Out.” She made many friends and her loyalty to those she loved will forever be missed.

Eileen is predeceased by her step-daughter; Sheryl A. Stokes and by her sister; Margaret Jacobs. Eileen is survived by her one true love, David, and her three fiercely independent children: Analisa Dominic (Kevin Bailey); Kevin Dominic (Beth); Jennifer Dominick (Jim); Jeffrey Stokes (Lin). The most precious of those she has left behind are her eleven grandchildren and one great grandchild. She is also survived by three amazing sisters Sharon Griffith (Cliff); Susan Radcliff (Mike), and Mary Ellen (Terri) Lee.

Friends and family are invited to call from 3PM to 6PM on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia, NY. A Memorial Mass will take place at 11AM on Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at St. Matthew’s Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Rd in Livonia, NY. Interment will take place privately at Oakwood Cemetery in Penfield, NY. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhome.com

Eileen was an avid reader and was always willing to share a good book with anyone she met. Her philosophy was that a good book never remains idle on a shelf. In lieu of flowers, take a moment and share a good book with someone you know. Continue to pass that book on in Eileen’s memory. It would definitely make her smile.

Andrew J Dragone ~ May 16, 2021

Canadice:   Andrew passed away from Covid related complications Sunday, May 16, 2021, at age 62. Predeceased by his father Daniel A. Dragone.  He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Crystal (Fite) Dragone: his loving children Trip Grant, Corey Grant, and Shanna (Khoa) Diep; his loving grandchildren, Joshua Diep and Zachary Grant; mother Marie (Aha) Dragone; brothers, Stephen Dragone, Daniel C. (Laura) Dragone; sisters, Cynthia (Richard) Fox, Lauren (George) Bulliss; many nieces and nephews.

Andrew James was an avid stamp collector, was known for his willingness to help anyone, and he could fix anything and everything.

Family and friends may call Thursday, May 20th from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY, where his funeral service will be held at 10am on Friday, May 21stGuidelines regarding masks and social distancing will be followed.  Private interment Woodland Cemetery, Canandaigua.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Andrew’s memory to St Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959.  To send a condolence or share a memory, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Justin Robert Harris ~ May 10, 2021

On May 10, 2021, Justin Robert Harris, 18, of Geneseo passed away unexpectedly but peacefully.  He is survived by his loving parents, Craig and Erin Harris, his sister and best friend, Jessica Harris, three loving grandparents, Robert and Darlene Virkler and Bill Harris, three aunts, three uncles, six cousins, and his favorite pets, Snickers and Puppers.  He is predeceased by his grandmother, Susan Harris.

While attending Geneseo Central School and Canandaigua Academy, Justin excelled in baseball and football.  He enjoyed many outdoor activities, with snowboarding being his number one passion.  Justin made countless friends everywhere he went and will be greatly missed.

Friends and family are invited to call from 3PM to 6PM on Friday, May 21, 2021 at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia, where Justin’s Funeral Service will take place at 11AM on Saturday, May 22, 2021.  Interment will be held privately, at Woodlawn Cemetery in Canandaigua, NY.  In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Geneseo Rotary Vic Raschi Little League.  Donations can be sent to 101 Lima Road, Geneseo, NY 14454.  To share a memory or a condolence, please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Jennifer D. Abrams ~ May 5, 2021

Honeoye: At age 29, Jennifer passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 in Rochester, NY. She was born in Rochester, NY. Jennifer is predeceased by her sister, Mandi L. Abrams. Survived by her father, Bryan L. Abrams, her mother, Heather Abrams; and her siblings, Richard Van Epps, Jeffrey Van Epps, Cheri (Enrique) Bocanegra, Troy Nageldinger, and Bryan Abrams Jr, along with several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Friends and family are invited to call on Thursday, May 13, 2021 from 12PM – 2PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street in Honeoye, where her funeral service will immediately follow at 2PM. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.

Robert L. Schmitt “Bob” ~ May 2, 2021

Bloomfield: At age 84, Robert passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 2nd, 2021 at the MM Ewing Continuing Care Center in Canandaigua. He was born in Rochester, NY to the late Arthur and Irene Schmitt. Survived by his beloved wife of 57 years; Theresa Schmitt, his children; Marlene (James) Leuenberger, Lorraine Schmitt, Paul (Stacy) Schmitt, Carolyn (Charles) Roth, his sister; Evelyn Branch and his grandchildren; Jamie Leuenberger, Elise Leuenberger, Kevin Schmitt, Kyle Schmitt, Charles Roth, Benjamin Roth and Andrew Roth, along with his nieces; Barbara Branch and Eileen (Craig) Robillard.

Bob was an avid outdoorsman; he loved to hunt and fish and would even bring the outdoors inside with him to practice his woodworking talent. As much as he loved the outdoors, his greatest love was spending time with his family. Bob will be greatly missed.

A Memorial Service will take place at 10AM on Monday, May 10, 2021 at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street in Honeoye. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Ontario ARC, 3071 County Complex Dr, Canandaigua, NY 14424. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com