Janice S. Woodruff – October 31, 2023

Conesus Lake:  At age 94, on Tuesday, October 31, 2023. She is survived by her children, Lynnette (Timothy) Zehr, Deborah Schmidt, Donna Hall, Kevin (Anne) Woodruff; eleven grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren.

Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Hope Hall School 1612 Buffalo Road, Rochester, New York 14624

Arrangements were made by the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY 14487. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

John M. Thomas ~ October 30, 2023

Lima: At age 75, John passed away on Monday, October 30, 2023. He was born on June 29, 1948 to the late George and Dorothy Thomas. Survived by his wife Shirley (Backus), daughter; Tina (B.J.) Lynch, son; Kevin (Jillian) Thomas, Brother; George (Venera) Thomas, sister; Joan Thomas, grandchildren; Rebecca, Isla, and Evelynn. John was predeceased by his daughter; Teresa Willamee and sister; Barbara Thomas.
He was an amazing uncle to his nieces and nephews: Michelle, Mark, Jeanine, Adam, Tiffanie, Amanda, Jermain, and Carrie. John was beloved by his great nieces and nephews: Chelsea, Taliyah, Kam’ron, Khalil, Jasmine, Javon, Jackson, Leah, Kingston, Kingdom, Nyarie, and Sergei.

John grew up in Lima, NY where he started school at Saint Rose of Lima, then moved on to graduate from Lima High School. After high school he began his career as an electrician and had a growing love for fast cars, specifically the Dodge Dart. John loved drag racing and hanging out with his friends and family. John was a big-time family guy; he co-owned his electrical company, Valley Electrical, with his brother George for many years. He married his wife Shirley in 1983 and began their life on Poplar Hill Rd. John was an avid hockey, Nascar, and Buffalo Bills fan. On any given day you could catch him watching a western movie, sipping a diet coke, and munching on some type of cookie. John was loved by so many and touched the hearts of many people throughout his years of coaching baseball, football, and hockey. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten because he was a sweet, fun loving, caring, and humble man. Rest in Peace.

Family and friends may call on Saturday, November 11, 2023, from 10 am – 12 pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Route 15 & 20A, Livonia where John’s Memorial Service will be held at 12 pm, following calling hours, with the burial at the Oak Ridge Cemetery, South Livonia.  Memorial contributions may be made to: Livingston Blues Youth Hockey P. O. Box 461. Geneseo, NY 14454.

Arrangements were made by the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY 14487. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Roger S. Clapp ~ October 30, 2023

Clifton Springs: At age 69, Roger passed away on Monday, October 30, 2023. He was born on January 12, 1954 to the late George and Jackie Clapp. Survived by his daughters, Jennifer Clapp and Ashley Clapp. Sisters; Roberta Bruculere and Marie Clapp, grandchildren; Elizabeth and Carl Petrillo. Roger was predeceased by his wife; Barbara, granddaughter; Emmaleigh Petrillo, brother David Bailey and brother-in-law Scott Bruculere.

Everyone who got the pleasure of meeting Roger would say his sense of humor and sarcasm is what made him so endearing. Every time Roger left the house, he made it his mission to meet someone new, he couldn’t go out to dinner without meeting someone he had some sort of connection to. He retired from Leonard’s Express Trucking after working for them for nearly 20 years.  He met people from all over the country and maintained those relationships throughout his retirement. Throughout his life he had many passions including golfing, bowling, Harley Davidson motorcycles, and cooking.

Burial will be private. In Lieu of flowers please consider donating to a charity of your choosing.  Arrangements were made by the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY 14487. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Thomas J. Oliver – October 26, 2023

Geneseo: At age 69, Tom passed away unexpectedly on October 26, 2023. Tom was born on September 10, 1954, to Arthur and Kathryn Oliver. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Marceline (Stieve) Oliver, daughter Christine Wingerden (Christian Valenti), grandson Michael Wingerden, his dog Mugsy, brother Edward (Sue) Oliver, sister Janet (Ron) Oliver, dear cousins Barb (Jerry) Harrell, Charlie DeGroff and longtime friends Randy & Ava.

Tom dedicated his entire life to helping others, he loved and cherished every moment spent with family. He was the one to always put things into perspective and share his wisdom with all, making him the family “rock”.  His strength and courage will be greatly missed by all. If you were lucky enough to know Tom, you will smile when hearing the quote that he lived by “A stranger is just a friend I haven’t met yet”.

Tom loved his family most of all, as family was always a priority to him. Tom enjoyed nature and was an experienced outdoorsman. He loved boating, sailing, biking, camping, scuba diving, hunting, working on cars and anything outdoors. He also liked playing the drums and guitar, he especially loved playing with Mugsy. Tom grew up in Rochester, NY, attended Aquinas Institute then St. John Fisher college. He was a seasoned machinist, and retired from Brinkman Precision Inc.

At Tom’s request, there will be no calling hours or service. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.  Memorial contributions can made in Tom’s memory to the American Heart Association P.O. Box 840692 Dallas, TX 75284-0692. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Wilbur E. Read Jr. – October 21, 2023

Avon, NY: At age 79, Wilbur passed away peacefully after struggling with declining health for the past few years.  Wilbur was born August 10, 1944 to the late Wilbur & Sara Read of Clearfield PA.  In addition to his parents, his siblings Jesse Read and Anne Adams predeceased Wilbur. Wilbur is survived by devoted sons Bryan (Shelly) Read, William (Danielle) Read and his loving grandchildren Baylee (Christopher) Barrett, Owen Read, Makenna (Connor Doubt) Read, Bryce (Amil Willis) Read, Ian Read, and great granddaughter Eve.  His Sister In-law Gloria Read, many nieces, nephews, coworkers/friends from University of Rochester – Strong Memorial Hospital and his second family at the Alpine Manor, also survives Will.

Wilbur was the youngest of three children and went by many names Will, Willy to his coworkers, Tuff to his family and childhood friends, Dad to his boys and probably his favorite Pap to his five grandchildren or Great Pap to his Eve. Wilbur grew up in Clearfield PA and after graduating from Clearfield High school, he moved to New York to be near his siblings and pursue a career.  In April 1963 Wilbur was hired as a Carpenter then Mechanic at University of Rochester/ Strong Memorial Hospital where he was employed for over 57 years.  Wilbur absolutely loved his job and was very proud to be the second longest standing employee in University of Rochester history.   Wilbur proudly knew every inch of the University & Hospital Campus and over his years of service he built, fixed and repaired just about everything.  Some of Wilbur’s fondest memories in life were the times that he shared with his guys sitting around their shop planning or venting about life & their workdays.  In addition to being a skilled Carpenter/Mechanic, Wilbur also enjoyed bragging about his sons and grandchildren, fast cars, swimming with and watching his grandkids play sports, and telling stories about what it was like to grow up in the country.

At Wilbur’s request there will be no formal calling hours or memorial services.  The family will be celebrating Wilbur’s life privately.  To send condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Joan A. Smail ~ October 18, 2023

Canandaigua/Spring Hill, FL:  Joan A. Smail at age 89 passed peacefully on October 18, 2023, at the home of her daughter.  She is survived by her 3 sons; Harold (Skip) Lincoln III, Terry (Sherry) Lincoln, and Kelly (Mary) Lincoln; one daughter, Shawn Hoffman;  Nine grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, and many friends.

Joan loved her John Wayne movies and always was her happiest spending time with family and friends.

In keeping with Joan’s wishes, no formal service will be held at this time.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.

 

 

Victor G. Alford – October 18, 2023

Bloomfield, NY: At age 75, Victor passed away on October 18, 2023. Victor was born August 22, 1948, to Victor E. and Marion Alford. Survived by his wife, Jean Alford; daughters, Susan (Matt) Herne and Jennifer (Ariel Fontanez) Alford; grandchildren, Kaylin Carlson and Nas Alford. 

Victor was loved by many and taken too soon. He graduated from Livonia High School. He worked at Kodak for over 30 years and then chose a second career working at Bloomfield High School just for fun. He loved the people he worked with and worked hard every single day. He spent his free time with family and friends. He loved taking cruises with his wife and volunteering with the American Legion.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, November 12, 2023, from 2-4 pm at the Honeoye American Legion 4931 County Road 36, Honeoye, NY 14471. Memorial contributions may be made to the Honeoye American Legion or online at: https://mylegion.org/PersonifyEbusiness/Donate#legion-org

Arrangements were made by the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street, Honeoye, NY 14471. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Randy B. Blackmer – October 13, 2023

Livonia: NY:  Born in Canandaigua, New York December 27, 1954, Randy was raised in Honeoye by his parents George “Max” and Barbara Blackmer. Randy was predeceased by his “Pop” Max Blackmer and his father Lester Colegrove. He is survived by his mother Barbara Blackmer, wife Jackie (Shepard) Blackmer, and his children Ben (Victoria) Blackmer, Tricia (Mike) Pierce, and stepson Joe (Leah) Shepard. Grandsons, Brandon, Tyler, Hunter, Brennon and Henry and granddaughters Hailey and Kynsley. Also surviving Randy are his siblings, Melinda (Tom) Schaffer, Michael (Yvonne) Colegrove, Amber (Todd) Bohlander, several nieces and nephews, his best friend Raymond Gascon, and close friend Steve Harvey.

Randy attended Honeoye Central School and Finger Lakes BOCES for Auto Mechanics. After high school Randy started driving trucks over the road mostly and did so for more than 40 years. His family and trucks were what was most important to him. Randy lived in Honeoye until he moved to Tennessee in 2006 to be closer to Ben and his family. He lived there until 2019 when he moved back to New York and settled in Livonia Center with Jackie so that Jackie could be closer to her mother and family.

He was an animal lover and especially loved spending time over the years with his three dogs, Rusty, Lucy, and Tabitha. He enjoyed spending time with family, going to the movies, 4-wheeling, Ford trucks, and collecting John Deere memorabilia.

There will be no formal calling hours or memorial service. The family will celebrate Randy’s life privately.  Donations can be made in Randy’s name to the American Diabetes Association, 160 Allens Creek Road, Rochester, NY 14618 or Dementia Society of America, PO Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901.   To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Raymond N. Tette – October 9, 2023

Livonia, NY: At age 74, Ray passed peacefully at his home on October 9, 2023. He was born on April 12, 1949 in Rochester, NY to the late Patrick and Anna Mae (Merkel) Tette. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings; Margie Bernard, Laurie Merkel, Gerard Tette, and John Tette. Survived by his wife of 35 years, Joan (Tortora) Tette; daughters, Jessica Tette, Molly Tette, and Gina Tette; siblings, James (Sharan) Tette, Michael (Dorothy) Tette, Mary Ann Tette, Thomas (Virginia) Tette, and Therese (Richard Callari) Tette; sister-in-law Frances Tette; Ray is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends in the Livonia Community.

In all his life, Ray never met a man he didn’t like. Ray graduated from Jefferson High School in 1967 and then proudly served two years in the Navy. After returning home and working as a postman, he attended St. John Fisher College. He then went on to be the director of Camp Stella Maris for 20+ years, where he met many beloved people, including his wife, Joan. Ray dedicated 17 years to the Livonia volunteer ambulance. In his later years, there was nothing Ray loved more than his role as Master Carpenter for the Livonia Middle and High School Theater program. Ray enjoyed playing poker with his friends, camping with his family, and supporting the Bills. Anyone who knew Ray knew that he always had time to help a friend in need. In all he did, Ray served his community and showed his love for others. We are all better for knowing him.

Family and friends may call on Monday, October 16th, from 4pm – 7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY. Ray’s Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30am on Tuesday, October 17th, at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY. Burial, with military honors, will follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery, Livonia. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Livonia Central School Vocal Music (Supporting Livonia School Musicals), C/O Jennifer Leidlein, PO Box E, Livonia, NY 14487, Camp Stella Maris, 4395 East Lake Road, Livonia, NY 14487, or to St. Matthew Catholic Church, PO Box 77, Livonia, NY 14487. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Alexander Jacob Recchio – October 7, 2023

 

Huningtown, MD: At age 36, Alex passed away unexpectedly on October 7, 2023. He was born on September 22, 1987 in Rochester, NY to Philip and Sandra (Stockslader) Recchio. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his daughter Leila Rose; brothers Philip (Nicki) Recchio, Gabriel Recchio; sister, Melissa Glenn; grandmother, Carol Stockslader; uncle Fred (Diana) Recchio, Michael (Patty) Stockslader; aunt Susan Smelt (John Ahlman), aunt Anita (Kyle) Addy; nieces Avielle and Mira; Leila’s mother, Alyssa Thomas, along many other dear friends and extended family. Grandparents, Fred (Olga) Recchio and Albert Stockslader predeceased him.

Alex attended Livonia High School, class of 2005. He went on to earn his Bachelor’s degree in Culture and Communication at Ithaca College. Alex worked at the Conesus Inn during his high school and college years and succeeded in various technology sales roles throughout his career.

A voracious reader, Alex was a standout student and loved Hemingway, Vonnegut, and fantasy fiction like The Wheel of Time and Harry Potter. He was built like an Italian god – a fierce competitor playing hockey, football, and varsity soccer and lacrosse. He loved to talk so much his daughter says he has a “Masters degree in chatter boxing”, and he was dynamic and engaging wherever he went. He shared his musical skills on stage singing a solo during Livonia High’s rendition of The Music Man and delivered a howling performance as the Wolf from Into the Woods. A friend to all, his fire-engine red, mop-top of curly hair could be seen from a mile away, and his booming voice always let you know fun times were approaching. He was a lifelong Buffalo Bills fan, a David Lynch and Twin Peaks aficionado, and a pop-culture encyclopedia. He was passionate about social progress and was enthusiastic yet critical of dominant power structures. As any Bills fan can relate, Alex was not a stranger to suffering. Over the years, like many of his generation, he battled the insidious disease of addiction. He was an advocate for the harm reduction movement and he inspired others to see beyond harmful stereotypes and be of service to people suffering from addiction instead.

Family and friends may call on Friday, October 20th, from 4pm – 7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY.
Alex’s Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, October 21st, at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY. Burial will follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery, Livonia.

Alex’s funeral service will be live streamed and can be watched by going to the following link http://www.stsmaryandmatthew.com

In lieu of flowers, the family asks memorial donations be made in Alex’s honor to an educational trust fund for his daughter Leila. She carries on Alex’s genius and wit, and we encourage those who want to support Alex’s memory to help invest in Leila’s future. Donations can be made here: https://www.troweprice.com/usis/go-tuition-gift/maryland-529/c2d8cb98b2414db1a4db510d78aff974. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: http://www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Richard L. Williams – October 6, 2023

Lima:  At age 87, Richard passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, October 6, 2023. He was born on July 6, 1936, to the late Eugene and Ruth Williams. Survived by his wife; Barbara, and Brother; Robert (Karen) Williams. Richard was predeceased by his Brother; Roger Williams.

At Richard’s request, no calling hours or funeral services will be held. Arrangements were made by the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY 14487. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Patricia A. Ingerick (Mulligan) – October 6, 2023

Conesus: At age 70, Patricia passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023. She was born on July 25, 1953, to the late James and Elizabeth Mulligan. Survived by her husband; Andrew Ingerick Daughters; Tammy (John) Conley and Elizabeth Kingsley-Curran
(JD) Curran. Sons; James Kingsley (Stacey Waite), James (Brandy) Ingerick, Donly (Keturah) Northrop, and AJ Ingerick. Brother; Michael (Deborah) Mulligan. Nephew; Kevin Mulligan. Grandchildren; Chole Curran, Joey Curran, Anastasia Waite, Reid
Northrop, Abigail Northrop, Jarrett Ingerick, Devyn Ingerick, Benjamin Ingerick, Abigail Ingerick. Former spouse; James Kingsley. Patricia was predeceased by her brother James S. Mulligan.

Patricia was an avid bird watcher and nature enthusiast who loved nothing more than to sit on her porch to watch all the wildlife that came into her yard. While not fond of receiving gifts, any items associated with her “habit” were never refused.

Family and friends may call on Friday, October 13, 2023, from 4 pm-6 pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Route 15 & 20A, Livonia where Patricia’s Memorial Service will be held at 6 pm, following calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to: Lollypop Farm – https://www.lollypop.org/    To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Beverley A. Clark (Rymer) – October 4, 2023

Nunda:  At age 92, Beverley passed away on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. She was born on August 24, 1931 to the late William and Florence Rymer. Survived by her sons; Richard Clark, Donald (Lynee) Clark, Thomas Clark and Doug (Sharon) Clark. Brother; James Rymer, Sister-in-laws; Lois Butler and Kathy Clark (David) Ridge. Nine grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Beverley was predeceased by her husband; Kenneth Clark, daughter-in-law; Kathleen Clark and sister-in-law; Barbara Rymer. Brother-in-law; Gerald Butler and Jack (Doris) Nicholson.

A funeral service will be held on October 28, 2023 at 1:00 PM at the First Congregational Church of East Bloomfield, 10 South Ave. Bloomfield, NY 14443. Memorial contributions may be made to: First Congregational Church of East Bloomfield or the East Bloomfield Volunteer Ambulance 105 Main St. Bloomfield, NY 14469.

Arrangements were made by the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY 14487. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com