Honeoye: At age 65, Richard “Rick” Frost passed suddenly on March 31, 2024 at F.F. Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua, NY. He was born on November 18, 1958, in Canandaigua, NY to the late William C. and Flavia Joy (Gentilli) Frost. In addition to his parents, his sister-in-law Patricia Duplessis predeceased him. He is survived by his wife Janet (Britton) Frost; his daughter Jessie (Nate) Miller, brothers Robert (Betty) Frost, Hue (Lucretia) Vuong, sister Diana (Andy) Blum, sister-in-laws, Sharon Chau, Pamela (Karl) Schill, Carol Mensinger, brother-in-laws, Leon Britton, Allen (Karen) Britton, Brian Britton as well as several nieces and nephews, and his beloved dogs, Bear and Hunter.

Rick attended Honeoye Central School and graduated in 1978. Every summer while he was in school, he would travel back to his mom’s hometown of Trieste, Italy with his mom and brother. Very shortly after graduation, he met his wife, Jan Britton, and they began dating. After starting their relationship, they began drag racing, even racing each other at times, and running the car show circuit with multiple friends. Rick drove tractor-trailer for a living and finally ended up at his favorite career, working for Huff Equipment as a heavy equipment operator and truck driver.

In 1994, Rick joined the Richmond Fire Department, wanting to be an apparatus operator only. Shortly joining he was elected into the position of Lieutenant and his idea of being an apparatus driver only was over. He has been an officer ever since then, reaching the position of Chief which he held for 11 years, ultimately stepping down in 2023 so his daughter could step into his footsteps as Chief.

In 1995, Rick and Jan welcomed their baby girl, Jessica, and their lives were never the same. As a very close family, the three of them traveled everywhere together, including Disney World multiple times, which was their favorite place to travel to. The three of them opened their restaurant, Main Street Deli, in 2004 on Main St in Honeoye. The restaurant closed in 2006 and was moved onto the road as Triple R BBQ (Rick’s Rolling Restaurant). In 2008, Rick was hired to be the caterer for the staff of Extreme Makeover Home Edition. Rick, Jan, and Jessie traveled all over the country for a full season until the show was canceled. In 2011, he began working for the Richmond Highway Department while also traveling the fair circuit with his BBQ business in the summer. Rick retired from the Highway Department Christmas of 2023 and finally got to travel in his Freightliner to Florida with Jan for 6 weeks doing whatever they wanted to. Rick was so proud of what he had accomplished for the Richmond Fire Department, but more importantly very proud of the family he had grown. Not only is he survived by the people listed above, but by his legacy to the fire service and all who met him. If Rick could pass on one thing, he would want everyone to know to work hard and don’t back down on something you truly believe in.

Friends and family are invited to call from 3-7 PM on Friday, April 12, 2024, at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street in Honeoye. Rick’s Funeral Service will be held on April 13, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the United Church of Christ 8758 Main St. Honeoye. Memorial contributions can be made to: Richmond Fire Department 8741 Main St, Honeoye, NY 14471, or Happy Tails 2676 County Road 48, Canandaigua, NY 14424.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Livonia, NY:  At age 85, Robert “Bob” Rice passed unexpectedly on March 28, 2024 at the Sebastian River Medical Center in Sebastian, Florida.  Bob was born on January 16, 1939 in Rochester, NY to the late Kermit “Gene” and Pauline (Mimm) Rice.  In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his brother-in-law Wayne Keemer.  He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Pamela (Kelly) Rice and sons, Rob Rice (Margaret Scahill) of Rochester and Steven Rice (Mary Lou Mason) of Webster; grandchildren, Lauren (Vinny) Graber, Michael Rice, and Tory Rice; great-grandson Henry Graber; siblings, Doris Rosenhaus of NYC and John Paul (Nancy) Rice PhD of MO; brother-in-law Sammy (Jaimye) Kelly of Irving, NY.  Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Bob and Pam met in high school in Rochester, NY and were married on July 30, 1960.  Bob joined the Rochester Police Department in 1965 and served for one and a half years before realizing that the fire service was his calling.  He then joined the Rochester Fire Department in 1967 and served for 34 years, retiring as a Deputy Chief in 1999.  He really loved the Rochester Fire Department from beginning to retirement.  He was called “Iron Man” by those who worked with him and was a member and past officer of the Rochester Fire Department Benevolent Association.  When Bob retired there was an article written in the Democrat & Chronicle that he was very proud of.  Bob and Pam purchased their home on Conesus Lake in 1983 and moved there permanently in 1995.  They made many friends in the community, at St. Matthew Catholic Church in Livonia, and as members of the Conesus Lake Association.  For the past 22 years they have called Barefoot Bay, Florida their winter home.  Bob loved his family, his brotherhood of fireman, and good times together at their Conesus Lake home.

Family and friends may call on Tuesday, May 21^st, from 3-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY.  Bob’s Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30am on Wednesday, May 22^nd, at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY.  Livestream at:  www.facebook.com/stsmaryandmatthewfaithcommunity.  Burial will be held privately at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Rochester, NY.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army, Attn:  Rochester Area Services, 70 Liberty Pole Way, Rochester, NY 14604 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

Livonia: At age 87, Richard “Dick” Bennett passed peacefully on March 28, 2024 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY. He was born on April 14, 1936 in Groveland, NY to the late George and A. Gertrude (Hendershott) Bennett. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his first wife Juanita Bennett, brother Ronald Bennett, and son Rodrick Bennett. Survived by his wife Suzanne (Schlegel) Bennett; his sons, Rick (Laurie) Bennett, Rusty (Sharon) Bennett, Randy (Anna) Bennett, and Russell (Suzanne) Bennett; step-children; Colleen (Jeff) Drake, Darlene (Sam) Bozzett, Tammy (Daryl) Lemon, and Jennifer Coffey (Ryan); also survived by many grandchildren & great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law Jennifer Bennett, several step-siblings, nieces and nephews.

Dick was born and raised in the thriving metropolis of Groveland Station, surrounded, always, by family. As Juanita was told while she was dating Dick, “Don’t ever say anything bad about the Bennetts, everyone here is related to them”, a fact that was often revisited on many trips through the cemetery on Groveland Hill. He grew up making mischief and having fun with his younger brother, Ron, and bonding over their shared love of cars. Following the sudden, difficult passing of their father, when Dick was 14, their mother eventually remarried to Clarence House, and for the first time in Dick’s life, he gained a wonderful step-family. Dick graduated high school in Geneseo in 1954, having run track and played football for several years.

Dick married Juanita in 1956, with whom he spent 52 years. They raised 5 boys in the house he built on Big Tree Road. He had many jobs to provide for his family, including as a mechanic in Avon, driving an enormous truck building the Niagara Falls Power Station, and a decades-long career at Gleason Works in Rochester working with their gear-cutting machines. Through his position at Gleason Works, he traveled to such exotic places as Detroit, the UK, Germany, and Belgium. In his time at home, he was often found helping his neighbors and others who called on him in their time of need. He was also, for a time, a member of the Civil Defense.

When his boys were nearly all grown, he took on the challenges presented by the Livonia Volunteer Fire Department. As a Life Member, Dick spent decades in active service, which eventually led to his position as Livingston County Fire Commissioner. His time spent training, fighting fires, and spending time at the firehouse made the Fire Department a large, greatly loved, part of the second half of his life.

He treasured his time with his family. While his time with his sons wasn’t as plentiful as he may have wished, he was able to coach Little League baseball and find the time to go to their games, concerts, parades, and other events when he could. One of his greatest regrets was not being able to spend more time with his children when they were young. As his boys began to have families of their own, he also loved his grandkids. He was known to joke that “If I knew how much fun the grandkids would be, I would have had them first.” He enjoyed the time spent with them, and spoiling them, for the rest of his life.

Following the loss of Juanita, through which he relived the heartbreak of losing his father, he spent a few difficult years living with a palpable sadness. In time, he grew closer to and eventually married the second love of his life, Suzanne. For the second time in his life, he gained a wonderful step-family. His expanding love for his new daughters and a trove of grandchildren and great-grandchildren were an additional source of joy for him throughout the rest of his life. As Dick loved and was loved by his new step-family, so was Sue by the sons and grandchildren she gained. Dick and Sue were able to share over a decade together, full of happiness that Dick could never have seen coming, for which he was truly blessed.

Altogether, Dick Bennett could be described by his many friends and family as a good, hardworking, loving man, who will be dearly missed.

A Memorial Service to Celebrate Dick’s Life will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, April 10th, at the Lakeville United Church of Christ, 5687 Big Tree Road, Lakeville, NY with Fireman’s Honors. Burial will be held privately at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Geneseo, NY. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Livonia Fire Department, PO Box 151, Livonia, NY 14487. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Honeoye Lake: At age 85, Carol passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. She was born Carol Jean Lodder on January 22, 1939, in Rochester, NY to the late Marcus and Edna (Lewis) Lodder. Survived by her beloved husband, Alan H. Schoonmaker; her children, Eric R. Lang (Valerie M. Guarino), Brian L. Lang, and Valerie J. Lang (Alexander Solky); her sister, Virginia (Russell) Gardner; and her grandchildren, Forest L. Kiger, Charles L. Solky, Richard R. Lang, and many step-children and step-grandchildren. She is predeceased by Doris Lodder.

A graduate of Spencerport High School and S.U. Brockport, Carol later earned her Masters of Education from Nazareth College and taught special education for 17 years at Lyons Central School and Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES. Carol loved nature, learning, traveling, and her family. In her “retirement,” she served as president of the Honeoye Garden Club, Town Historian for Richmond/Honeoye, authored a pictorial history of Honeoye Lake, guided tours at the Granger Homestead, and participated in the Red Hat Society. Her love of nature included gardening, enjoying the beautiful Finger Lakes, climbing Mount Marcy and other Adirondack high peaks, and numerous adventures with the Wayfarers, including proudly celebrating their 100th anniversary. Her travel bug took her to California, Hawaii, Alaska, and other states, and to Europe, Cuba, Canada, and Mexico. Carol respected all faiths, and the Unitarian church was an important part of her life personally. She was a loving mother, grandmother, cousin, aunt, step-relative, and friend to many, gathering them together on her beloved Honeoye Lake.

Friends and family are invited to call from 4-6 PM on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street in Honeoye, where Carol’s memorial service will immediately follow at 6 PM. Interment will take place privately at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to: Lollypop Farm (https://www.lollypop.org/ways-to-give/make-a-donation/) or Richmond Fire Department (8741 Main St., Honeoye, NY 14471). To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.

Springwater: Karen passed away suddenly on the morning of March 16, 2024, at the age of 59. She was predeceased by her parents, James & Jean DeGraff. Karen is survived by her husband of 33 years, Lee Sullivan, son, Elijah Sullivan, daughter, Emma Sullivan (future son-in-law Ryan Wolack), sisters, Sharon (David) Houghtaling, Elizabeth Demay, Peg (John) Fleig, brothers, Ron (Phyllis) DeGraff, Eric (Sheryll) DeGraff, Lynn (Lisa) DeGraff, Tom DeGraff, and Paul DeGraff. Karen was born at Thompson Hospital on November 25th, 1964, and became the 9th and final child of the family. She always joked that her parents strived for the perfect child and finally succeeded when she was born.

Karen grew up on the north end of Canadice Lake Road where she lived most of her life before meeting her husband. Karen and Lee first met when they both started working at Southco in Honeoye Falls on Jan 3, 1989 and were later married on August 18, 1990, in the backyard of their first home.

Years later they welcomed their firstborn son, Elijah James in 1995 and a daughter, Emma Jean in 1997. At that point Karen decided to stay home to raise her children and pursue her love of animals further by creating the small farm she had always dreamed of. After a cancer diagnosis in 2002, she moved with her family and farm back to her “old stomping grounds” in Canadice. While raising her family and taking care of the farm she tried to stay active with the school and community as much as she could.

As a Honeoye graduate of the class of ‘82, she was very proud of her time as part of the Honeoye School Board of Education and enjoyed being part of the Honeoye Community Players and U.N.I.F.Y. She recently reconnected with old friends from school and together they formed the friendship circle to keep in touch.

Karen was a kind-hearted person who loved her friends and family dearly. She always put others’ needs above her own and would go out of her way to make someone feel special. Karen had the greatest love for nature. Taking walks, caring for her animals, and even mowing the lawn. As long as she was outside, she was happy. Karen was proud of the fact that she was winning her battle against cancer and unfortunately died of other health complications.

Karen was a loving wife, mother, sister, and friend and although she has left a gaping hole in the lives of those closest to her, she would want everyone to live a full life. Spend time with friends and family, enjoy nature, and don’t forget to say “I love you” to those who matter most.

In keeping with Karen’s wishes, no formal funeral services will take place at this time. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements were made by the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main St. Honeoye, NY. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Conesus, NY: At age 80, Bill passed peacefully at his home on March 16, 2024. He was born on January 3, 1944 in Rochester, NY to the late Francis “Red” and Rosemary (Schmuck) Fugle. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by infant sons; William Francis Fugle Jr. and Randolph Scott Fugle. Survived by his wife of 61 and a half years, Leila (Curtis) Fugle and children; Donna (Tim) Lockwood of Conesus, Bill (Lynnea) Fugle of Livonia, and Jason (Julie) Fugle of Livonia; grandchildren, Andrew (Stephanie) Fugle of West Virginia, Austyn Fugle, and Logan Fugle both of Livonia; great-granddaughter Amelia Tehoke.  Also survived by his twelve siblings: Gloria Herring, Gail White, Roger (Norma) Fugle, Gary (John) Fugle, Roxanne (John) Johnston, Kirk (Theresa) Fugle, Larry (Karin) Fugle, Christine (Anthony) Coniglio, Jean (Fred) Yates, Judith (Jack) Benedict, Jeffery (Eileen) Fugle.  He was predeceased by his brothers Ron and Steve Fugle.  Also survived by sisters-in-law Tracey Fugle and Betty (Ron) Sawdey; numerous cousins, nephews and nieces.

Bill was likely the first person you’d see as you walked through the door at Fugle’s Auto Parts. You’d find him at his usual spot at the front counter, greeting you with his warm, genuine smile that would light up a room. He enjoyed meeting and talking with customers, friends and acquaintances, often sharing a joke and trading laughter which came so easily to him. Fugle’s was established in 1958. Bill worked at the family business for the past 66 years as a co-owner. At 80 years old he still looked forward to getting up and going to work each day, continuing to work 4 days a week. He was proud to have his two sons Bill and Jason work side by side with him every day.

Working in the auto parts industry only fueled his passion for cars and trucks. Some of his all-time favorites included his ‘55 Mustang, a ‘64 Ford Fairlane, his yellow Ford wrecker and his plum purple hearse with the 8 track tape deck. He loved listening to the good old country music of Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Hank Williams and many more.

Bill worked hard and played hard, enjoying working at his home property with tractors, backhoes, bulldozers and 4 wheelers. He appreciated the sounds of powerful engines and the rumble of horsepower beneath his feet. Watching his grandson, Austyn, race at both Perry and Canandaigua was a favorite past-time for many years. He enjoyed buying and selling junked cars, using his saw mill, cutting up fire-wood, mowing his property and being out in the great outdoors. He took pride in building his home on property previously owned by his grandfather.

He volunteered for 40 years with the Oak Ridge Cemetery in South Livonia NY. He cared for others in life as well as in death. He provided comfort and compassion to others during times of loss. He had such a giving heart, always willing to help others in any way he could.

Bill more than anything cherished home and family. His wife, children, their spouses, grandchildren and a great grandchild. He was always ready with words of wisdom, encouragement, and humor to help his family achieve their goals and dreams and to live their best lives. He loved deeply and had a heart of gold.

He enjoyed the love of faithful pets in his lifetime and had an especially soft spot for dogs and cats, they brought him comfort and joy and always gave him a reason to laugh and smile even while hospitalized.

He made friends wherever he went. He would strike up a conversation with you, friend or stranger and before you knew it you would be sharing a laugh, trading a joke or story. He had the biggest belly laugh and would literally laugh out loud with pure happiness. It was an amazing sound that will be cherished by those lucky enough to have experienced it. Smiles and laughter just came so easily for him and he loved to make others laugh along with him. He never wanted tears or sadness especially in his final days, he wanted his life to be celebrated. And so we shall.

Family and friends may call on Friday, March 22nd , from 6-8pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY. Burial will be held privately. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Livonia Ambulance, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY 14487 or Hearthside Cats, PO Box 282, Geneseo, NY 14454. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Canandaigua: Roslyn passed away at F.F. Thompson Hospital surrounded by family, on March 14, 2024, at the age of 91.

Roz was predeceased by Irv, her loving husband of 65 years, and her brother Murray Karn. She is survived by her daughters, Robin (Joe) Ehlich of Charlotte, NC, and Marcie (Walter) Snyder of Honeoye, NY, grandchildren, Sarah (Josh) Weeks, Melissa (Michael) Smith, and Elizabeth (Frank) Fabor, 10 great-grandchildren, sisters-in-law Margot (Murray) Karn and Diane (Gilbert) Aser and many nieces and nephews, as well as her half-siblings Shelly Karn LaBell (Fred) and Lawrence Karn (Roikaew).

Roslyn was born in Toronto, Canada on September 29, 1932, and lived there until she met the love of her life, Irving Baldwin. Roz’s aunt in Toronto and Irv’s mother in Rochester were friends and knew they would be a good match. After meeting each other and many letters, they were engaged and married in Rochester, NY in 1953. Roz was a homemaker and raised two beautiful daughters. She was a lifelong member of Hadassah.

Roz and Irv retired to Boynton Beach, FL, and spent many happy years traveling, playing tennis, and enjoying family and friends. They moved to Charlotte, NC in 2003 to be near family. She has been attending the Oasis senior program at the Jewish Community Center in Charlotte for several years. Roz recently moved to Canandaigua, NY.

A private celebration of Roz’s long life was held at the restaurant of her niece, Trish Aser, at the Old School Café, Naples, NY , and another at the home of her daughter Robin and son-in-law Joseph Ehlich in Charlotte, NC on Saturday, April 20, 2024, 3-5 PM. In place of flowers, donations may be sent to the Oasis Program, Levine Jewish Community Center 5007 Providence Road Charlotte, NC 28226, or online at www.charlottejcc.org  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

LIVONIA: At age 99, Frank entered into the loving arms of his savior on March 12, 2024. He was predeceased by his parents Michael and Laura (Smith) West; loving wife of 65 years, Betty Ann West; sons Michael and Brian West; grandson Todd West; and siblings Joseph West, Annette Panipinto, Joan Trescott and Grace Shepard. He is survived by his children Daniel (Karen Kurtz) West of Fernandina Beach, FL; Frank (Wendy) West of Rochester; Barbara West of Livonia Center; and Colleen (Earl) Hay of Livonia. He is also survived by daughters-in-law Susan (Peck) West and Sandra (Johnson) West; sisters Patricia Bush, Carole (E. Philip) Saunders, Sheila Cook, Sharon (Johnston) Fitzsimmons; 17 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild and many dear nieces, nephews and friends.

Frank was proud of his large extended family and was the self-proclaimed “Patriarch of the West Family.” His Italian heritage was very important to him, and he was deeply moved when his son, Frank, took Betty and him to Italy to visit his father’s birthplace in Passopisciaro, Sicily. While there, they saw where his grandmother Antonina “Anna” Vasta operated her cigar shop before emigrating to the United States.

Frank used to say he was born and grew up in Livonia Center “in back of St. Mike’s.” A lifetime Catholic, he was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church until it closed on June 6, 1982, and he subsequently became a member of St. Matthew Faith Community. In recent years, Frank was not able to attend Mass in person, but he faithfully watched it on television every Sunday and prayed regularly for his family, friends, and community.

In addition to his love for the church, Frank possessed a strong work ethic. He started working on the family farm in South Lima as a boy, then helped his father run the Commercial Hotel in Livonia. After leaving the Hotel, he was employed at Rochester Products, a division of General Motors, where he advanced from Screw Machine Operator to General Plant Manager of the Lexington Road location. Not only did he work hard to support his family, but he taught his children the importance of diligence, excellence, and loyalty. For example, he only drove GM cars and insisted his family follow suit.

Frank had a passion for hunting, fishing, the Yankees and the Buffalo Bills and enjoyed sharing these pastimes with friends and family. One of his favorite sayings was, “you don’t have to be hungry to eat,” and he relished cooking and eating a variety of wild game and Italian dishes. Venison, eggplant parmesan, and cuccidati were some of his favorite foods.

Family and friends may call Tuesday, March 19^th, from 4-7 PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., 21 Big Tree St., Route 20A, Livonia, NY. Funeral Mass, Wednesday, March 20^th, at 10 AM at St. Matthew Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Rd., Livonia. Livestream at:  www.facebook.com/stsmaryandmatthewfaithcommunity.  Burial, St. Michael’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Frank’s memory to: Livonia Ambulance, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY 14487; and Chip Holt Nature Center, c/o Matt Sanderson, Treasurer, PO Box 523, Lakeville, NY 14480.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Lehigh Acres, FL/Livonia, NY:  Todd E. Gfeller passed on March 10, 2024 at age 59.  He was born on December 18, 1964 in Dansville, NY to the late Donald and Lois (Batzel) Gfeller.  He is survived by children; Carrie Cole, Josh Gfeller, and Felicia (James) Sakitis Sr. all of Lehigh Acres, Florida; their mother, Roxanne Cole; grandchildren, Demetrius, James Jr., Bentley, Zailey, and Kendra Sakitis, and Koress Crawford; siblings, Kim (John) Grab of Conesus, Mark Gfeller of Livonia, Kyle Gfeller of Livonia, and Keith (Liza) Gfeller of Raleigh, NC; also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Throughout Todd’s professional career he worked in all aspects of construction, but specifically enjoyed roofing, including at one point having his own roofing company.  Not only did he work hard to support his family financially, but he was always supporting his children in their individual passions, attending all sporting events and special occasions, which brought him so much joy.  Todd had a passion for baseball, hunting and golf. His last dog, Storm, was also important to him.  One of his favorite places to be during his down time and a place he would often hunt, was Klipknocky State Forest. There he had memories not only with his children, but also with his grandfather, father, and brothers.

Family and friends may call on Saturday, May 4^th, from 10am-12noon at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20a, Livonia, NY where his memorial service will be held at 12noon, following calling.  Burial will be held privately.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Golisano Children’s Hospital, 300 East River Road, PO Box 278996, Rochester, NY 14627.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Canandaigua/Honeoye:  At age 91, Elizabeth passed peacefully, surrounded by family, on March 9, 2024 at F.F Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua, NY.  She was born on October 8, 1932 to the late Robert and Elizabeth (Tennant) McAdam.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband John W. Martin II and siblings; Margaret (Vincent) Matheson, Joan Rice, and John McAdam.  She is survived by sons, Stephen (Ann) Martin and John W. (Elaine) Martin III; grandchildren, Zachary (Taylor Chase) Martin, John W. Martin IV, Meredith (Antonio) Narcisi, Ann Marie Martin, and Matthew Martin; brother, Robert (Mary) McAdam; brother-in-law Eric Rice; several nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Elizabeth was born in Hamilton, Scotland.  Her Scottish heritage was a source of great pride to her throughout her life.  Married for 60 years, Elizabeth and husband John were blessed with a deep-rooted love of family, friends and each other.

She was a registered nurse as a first career and then switched gears, returned to school and obtained a BS in Early Education with the intention of streamlining her family life with John and their two sons, Stephen and John.  She was a beloved and dedicated kindergarten teacher for many years at Honeoye Central School where husband John also taught and her children attended.

Elizabeth pursued and enjoyed cooking, baking, and music, reading and above all, family occasions, many of which involved sporting events as the three men in her life were avid athletes and sports enthusiasts.  When grandchildren appeared on the scene, she relished her role as Grandma and was completely enamored with her “Fab Five” …Zachary, John, Meredith, Ann Marie and Matthew.

She kept her mind sharp with her daily crosswords, word jumbles, jigsaw puzzles and reading.

She was a woman of strength, perseverance and high standards.  Her tenacity, independent spirit and love will be greatly missed.

Family and friends may call on Saturday, March 16^th, from 1 – 2pm at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 95 N. Main Street, Canandaigua, NY where Elizabeth’s Funeral Mass will be held at 2pm.  Father Michael Costik will be the Celebrant.  Burial will follow at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Victor, NY.  In lieu of flowers, and in Elizabeth’s memory, memorial contributions may be made to the Neighbor to Neighbor Fund, c/o FLACE, Kirsten Johnson, 72 S. Main Street, Canandaigua, NY 14424.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

East Palmyra/Clifton Springs:  At age 98, William “Bill” VanOoyen peacefully went to be with his Lord on March 7, 2024.  He was born on June 30, 1925 in Clifton, New Jersey to the late Peter and Tuentje (Muilwyk) VanOoyen.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife of 67 years, Ann Ruth (Havert) VanOoyen, son Daniel VanOoyen, and brother and sister in-law Hank and Bernice VanOoyen.  Survived by daughter, Karen (Arthur “AC”) Ophoff of Michigan; son, Eric (Nancy) VanOoyen of East Palmyra; eight grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.

Bill has been a member of the East Palmyra Christian Reformed Church since 1932.  After graduating from Newark High School in 1942, he served as a Tech. Sergeant in the US Army Corps of Engineers, WWII, in the European Theatre.  He retired from NYNEX, the former Bell Telephone System, in 1984. He would often mention, with a smile, that he had been retired longer than he had worked.  Bill and Ann Ruth enjoyed traveling the country and sightseeing. Together they visited all the lower 48 states of America. Bill enjoyed helping his children and grandchildren and he was often working on building or making repairs.  He was a master wood worker and for many years he enjoyed making furniture that was donated to the annual East Palmyra Christian School Auction.

Family & friends may call from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 16^th, 2024 at the East Palmyra Christian Reformed Church, 2057 East Palmyra Port Gibson Road, Palmyra, NY where his Funeral Service will follow at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at the East Palmyra Cemetery, with military honors.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Bill’s memory may be made to the East Palmyra Christian Reformed Church or the East Palmyra Christian School, 2023 East Palmyra Port Gibson Road, Palmyra, NY 14522.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Honeoye: John Robert “Bob” Hoover passed away suddenly on March 6, 2024, at the age of 81.  Born in Montour Falls, NY; he was predeceased by his parents; Florence & John Hoover and his stepmother, Clara Hoover. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Merrily; son, Brent (Mary Karen), daughters, Shannon (Andrew), and Krista; grandchildren, AJ, Allen, Natalie, Aidan, Paige, Danielle, Wyley Robert, Isabel, Mabel and Clara; brother, Norman Hoover and sister-in-law, Heather (Bruce) Armstrong, nieces (Kelley and Kristy) and nephews (Mark and Mike); as well as a loving extended family and many dear friends.

He gave his life to service, adventure, and family. As a boy growing up in Montour Falls, he raced boats on Seneca Lake and developed a love for fast cars, fishing, and hunting. One of his favorite stories to tell was of skipping school on May Day in his adolescence, forgoing dancing around the maypole to go fishing with his best friend Bob “Sully” Sullivan. Friends marveled at the height, at which he hung his tree stand, as it was legendary. His love of hunting and fishing was only surpassed by his love for his family.

He met the love of his life in his senior year at SUNY Cortland where he earned his Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in Education. He went on to attend Aviation Officer Candidate School to achieve his Commission in the United States Navy and designation as a Naval Aviator.  Merrily and Bob were married in July of 1966 and Bob departed for Vietnam shortly thereafter, where he flew as a Naval Flight Officer and survived 87 combat missions.  His letters home always expressed his love for his parents and his young wife, whom he could not wait to see again.

Upon returning from Vietnam he and Merrily moved back to the Rochester area to begin his next career. He continued his service as a beloved educator in West Irondequoit Central School District for 25 years where he developed lifelong friendships. Bob retired after 28 years in education as the Assistant Superintendent of Honeoye Falls-Lima Central School District. Retirement included a continued connection to education as a consultant and more time for family, hunting, fishing, boating, skiing, and travel. Throughout his life, former students would recognize him as he made his way through life, and with great smiles on their faces, tell him how he had influenced their lives in his teaching. It was impossible not to feel his sincere interest and curiosity for all those he encountered. From the homeless of Washington DC to his four-year-old granddaughter and her love of mermaids.

He dedicated nearly 27 years of service to Bristol Mountain Ski Patrol which fed his love of service and the outdoors. He was all smiles as he watched his children teaching their children how to maneuver those boards this past February. He loved his family with a passion and was never shy to relish in his wife, his children, and later, his grandchildren and their accomplishments. From learning to read to learning to fly.

He had a dream of giving all Veterans an opportunity to experience life and healing after the tragedies of war, and worked to create OASIS Adaptive Sport (Outdoor Adventures for Sacrifice in Service) an organization for Veterans and Service Members to enjoy the outdoors through skiing, sailing, fly fishing, horseback riding, hockey, and archery, just as he so did. He gave selflessly and with great compassion.

Bob enjoyed his meals with his family most of all. Thanksgiving was his favorite. Enjoyment started the night before as he broke bread for stuffing, smelled pies baking, and swelled with anticipation for the family to gather at the table. He was the last to finish, savoring every bit of those moments. He will be missed and those who knew him know we have lost one of the good ones. He led by example and his legacy endures in the lives he has touched. Most assuredly, by the love of his life and partner of 57 years, Merrily.

Family and friends are invited to share in the celebration of Bob’s life on Saturday, March 23, 2024, from 11 AM – 1 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street, Honeoye, NY where Bob’s Memorial Service will take place following calling.  Bob will receive Military Honors after his Memorial Service.  Memorial contributions can be made in Bob’s memory to: Bristol Mountain Ski Patrol, 5663 NY-64, Canandaigua, NY 14424, or the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116-7023. To send a condolence or share a memory, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Livonia, NY:  Brad was born on May 8, 1970 in Twin Falls, Idaho and passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family, at age 53, on March 3, 2024 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY.  He was predeceased by his brother Christopher “Todd” Shellenbarger.  Survived by his beloved daughters, Sydney, Sara, and Alissa Shellenbarger; his wife Shellie (Schultz) Shellenbarger;  his mother Eileen Shellenbarger, father Gary Shellenbarger, and siblings, Kimberlee Shellenbarger (Sam Ferris) and Gary (Cheryl) Shellenbarger Jr.  Brad is also survived by his sister and brother in laws, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and an endless amount of friends.  His brotherhood at the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office was his second family, first and foremost through thick or thin Larry Kennedy, Brent Mistretta, Matt Templeton and Mike Malone.

Brad was an amazing father to his girls as they described him so beautifully in the message below:

Dad, you were the most amazing father we could have ever asked for. No amount of time with you would’ve been enough. Your ability to make us laugh and mend our hearts will be a trait we will forever carry on. You showed us how to love and care for those around us. You were there for us no matter what, you always knew how to just be there. You gave us time to say goodbye and that’s all we could’ve asked for. You can rest now and enjoy everyone who’s been waiting on you up there. Make some cookies with Grandma Mary Lee at Christmas, spend all the lost time with your brother Todd, and drink your heart out with all your friends that have been waiting for you. We will see you again when the time is right and we know you’ll be watching over us every step of the way. You were a best friend to many but most importantly a best and first friend to us three. Rest now, we will be okay. We love you with every part of us. We love you dad.

The true meaning of the family isn’t just blood. Brad was a brother and a friend to so many and the first to lend a hand in a time of need.  His best friend Larry Kennedy described him as giving, loyal to a fault, generous, funny, humble and most dependable man he knew. Brad loved his family and his girls came first and there was no changing that. He was banned from power tools except the weed eater and lawn mower but we all know about that.  He may be gone but it is guaranteed he will not be forgotten.

At Brad’s request no formal funeral services will be held because he didn’t want I’m sorry’s or tears, but rather a gathering to celebrate him to comfort his girls and family.  A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held on Saturday, March 9^th, from 2pm – 8pm at the Lakeville Fireman’s Training Grounds, 5939 Stone Hill Road, Lakeville, NY.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Livonia Ambulance, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY 14487 or the Make-A-Wish Foundation, 10 Office Park Way Suite 500, Pittsford, NY 14534.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Wayland: At age 72, Edna passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 3, 2024, at her home in Wayland, NY. She was born on May 13, 1951, in Newark, NY to the late Lorraine J. and Francis T. Messier Sr. Edna is also predeceased by her husband Gary McGregor; and her siblings, Francis Messier Jr., Suzanne Reed, and Melanie Messier. Survived by her sisters, Diane Bassett and Debra (Francis) Beachel, along with several nieces, nephews, and friends.

A private graveside service will take place at St. Michaels Cemetery on Shelly Road in Livonia, NY. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com