Livonia: Raymond S. Morrell, 94 years, of Big Tree St. Livonia died Saturday, June 23, 2012 at the Livingston County CNR in Mt. Morris after a brief stay. Raymond was born in Livonia, NY, July 7, 1917, the son of Scott and Elizabeth Jamison Morrell. He attended school in Hemlock, and was a graduate of Cornell University. He was an Army World War II Veteran who was honorably discharged with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He was a member of the Harrison-Lee American Legion Post #283. Ray was a long time teacher at Avon Central School where he taught agriculture, science and math. He was always happy to see his former students and made a point to attend all of the class reunions up until recently. Ray was a member the Livonia Grange, the New York State Retired Teachers Association, the Avon Chapter of the International Order of Odd Fellows, the Genesee Valley Military Officers Association and was the leader of the Future Farmers of America in Avon.

Raymond was predeceased by his wife of 69 years, Ruth on Jan 17, 2012. He is survived by his children, Carol Cottone of Avon, Marjorie Houck of Avon & Joann (Anthony) Backus of Avon; 7 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren; many nieces & nephews.

Friends may call Tuesday 2 – 4, 6 – 8 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., Rtes. 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St., Livonia, where funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 11 AM. Burial with full military honors in Temple Hill Cemetery, Geneseo. Memorial contributions to the Harrison-Legion Post #283, PO 214, Livonia, NY 14487. To send condolences or further information, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Kathleen Marie Nichols of Lakeville, June 15, 2012, at age 50 years. Predeceased by father, Wallace J. Engard. Survived by husband, Ronald Nichols; children, Rose (Amie) Fillmore-Nichols & Richard Nichols; mother, Carol Engard; brothers, Stephen Engard & Jon (Julie) Engard; many other loving relatives & friends.

Family & friends may call Thursday, June 21, 2012, from 3 – 6 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St., Livonia, where funeral services will follow at 6 PM. Private Burial. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

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Livonia: At age 67 after a long fought battle with breast cancer that she faced with grace and dignity, Diane went to be with Our Lord June 12, 2012. Predeceased by her mother Jean in 1983 and her father Herb in 2004. Diane will be sadly missed by her devoted and caring husband, John, her loving daughters, Shelley DeLosh and Carrie (Nick) Pulizzi, siblings; Jeanne Marquardt, Linda Marquardt and Jim (Jeanne) Marquardt. She leaves behind her 5 wonderful grandsons, Ben, Sam and Tom DeLosh, Jackson and Noah Pulizzi, a niece and nephew, stepson Justin LeClair, several aunts, uncles and cousins. Diane was a warm, generous and kind friend to many including those from St. Timothy Lutheran Church in Geneseo and her alumnus sorority sisters from Phi Lambda Chi at SUNY Geneseo, of which Diane was a charter member and graduated in 1966. Diane taught special education for 31 years, most recently at Geneseo High School until she retired in 2006. Diane was known as a great cook, homemaker, a lover of cats (Buttercup), enjoyed gardening and crafts and entertaining, all of which she excelled at. She spent many happy times on Conesus Lake as a child and adult. John and Diane were in the process of building her dream home there. The family gratefully thanks her many friends, especially Dr. Richard Aguirre, Tracy Cope, Dr. Brian Yirinec and the special staff at Pluta Cancer Center and the caregivers from Livingston County Hospice.

Calling hours will be held at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., Rte 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia on Sunday, June 17 from 4-7 PM. Funeral will be held at St. Timothy Lutheran Church on Monday, June 18 at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Diane’s memory to St. Timothy Lutheran Church. Condolences can be made on line to www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Howard E. Johnston of Livonia, June 11, 2012 at age 88 years. Predeceased by his wife, Eileen & son, Richard Johnston, and companion Marge Fose. Survived by his children, Donna Johnston of Livonia, Sheila Gfeller of Hemlock, Doug (Dawn) Johnston of Livonia & David Johnston of Livonia. 9 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren. His sister, Ellen Johnston of Livonia. Nieces, nephews & cousins, and his special girl Christie.

Howard was a life long farmer, long time member of the Livonia Fire Department, Lakeville Exempt Club, and Lakeville Lions Club. He also was an avid bowler and worked at several area restaurants.

Friends may call Friday 2-4, 6-8 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St. Livonia where funeral services will be held Saturday at 1 PM. Burial, Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Geneseo. Memorial contributions to the Livonia Fire Dept. PO Box 151, Livonia, NY 14487. To send condolences or further information,visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Cuylerville: Suddenly, June 9, 2012 at age 20 years. Survived by his parents, Ronald C. Johnson & Dianna L. Holland of Cuylerville; brother, Joe Johnson of FL., 2 sisters, Ashlee (Karl) Adams & Aleatha Burus both of Leicester. maternal grandparents, Stanley J. Holland of Leicester, Rose Marie Barrs of Dansville, & Dale Bonnell of Leicester. His signifcant other, Mickayla J. Tallman of Cuylerville. Aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews & cousins.

Friends may call Tuesday 4 – 8 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St. Livonia, where a Celebratation of His Life will be held Wednesday at 12 o’clock Noon. Burial, Leicester Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Cuylerville Ambulance, PO Box 247, Leicester, NY 14481. To send condolences or further information, visit:

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Lois Elaine Brinker Stauffer of Coy Road, Livonia, passed into the loving arms of Jesus on Friday, June 8th, 2012 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY. She died of a massive stroke following a liver transplant operation.

Lois was born to parents James and Eva Brinker on April 28, 1943 in Doylestown Hospital, Doylestown, PA. She was raised with her brother Jim on a plot of the Brinker family farm. She attended Central Bucks High School and East Stroudsburg University, earning a degree in Physical Education. Lois married Phares S. Stauffer of Hatfield, PA in 1967. Their only child, daughter Tracy Lee, was born in 1973.

Lois taught P. E. at Quakertown High School from 1967-1973. She was the founder and lead teacher of St. John’s Luthern Church School in Ridge Valley from 1973-1985. She returned to school and trained to become a medical assistant, working at Doylestown Medical Associates until her retirement in 2002. Over the years Lois also worked as a homemaker, school bus driver, lifeguard and water safety instructor.

Over the course of her life Lois had many interests and hobbies that she actively pursued. She loved animals, specifically her childhood horses and her dogs. She loved to be outdoors. She and her husband Phares pursued many outdoor activities together, including waterskiing, boating, sailing, canoeing, camping, bicycling, shooting, fishing, tractors and motorcycles. Lois always enjoyed gardening, swimming, and soaking up the sun.
Lois was extremely skilled in various handicrafts, specifically sewing, quilting and rug braiding. She was a member of the Valley Forge Rug Braiders Association and taught advanced rug braiding techniques. Her many handmade quilts and rugs beautify her families’ homes.

Lois’s greatest joy in later life was her grandchildren: Elise (age 11), Michael (age 8), Jocelyn (age 4), and Luke (age 2). She devoted herself to them through her time, talents, and love. She is survived by these dear grandchildren, her husband Phares, daughter Tracy and son-in-law Dave Berthin. She is also survived by her brother, Jim, of Oakton, VA, his wife Dorothy, their children Wendy and Michael and their families. She left behind her loyal canine companions, JJ and Gretel.

Lois was a faithful Christian woman who loved God and trusted Him completely with her life. During her illness, surgery, recovery, and death she was in perfect peace in the arms of Christ.

A Memorial Service will be held in her honor on Saturday, June 16th at 11am at Kevin Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree St., Rte 15 & 20A,Livonia, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, 1 Billy Graham Parkway, Charlotte, NC, 28201. To send a condolence or for further information, please visit www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Edith M. McAlister of Geneseo, June 5, 2012 at age 91. Survived by children, Peggy Perry of LeRoy, & Glenn (Marianne) McAlister of Geneseo. grandchildren, great grandchildren, & great great grandchildren. nieces & nephews.

Friends may call Friday 6 – 8 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St. Livonia. Private Burial. Memorial contributions to Livingston County Hospice, 2 Murray Hill, Mt. Morris, NY 14510. To send condolences or further information, visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Betty J. (McClelland) Stoltman of Lakeville, June 1, 2012 at age 86 years. Survived by her sister, Ruth Damon of Livonia; nieces & nephews, Lisa Mastriano of Houston,TX, Dan Damon of Round Mountain, NV., Corrine Robinson of Hemlock, Erin Peters of Lansing, NY, & James Damon of Livonia. She was a retiree of Eastman Kodak and very involved with the Republican Party at all levels.

Friends may call Thursday, 2-4, 7-9 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St., Livonia, where funeral services will be held on Friday at 11 AM. Burial, Union Cemetery, Livonia. Memorial contributions to the Livingston County Historical Society, 30 Center St., Geneseo, NY 14454. To send condolences or for further information, visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Rochester: May 30, 2012 at age 83 years. Predeceased by her parents and brother Malcolm Wade. Survived by her husband of 61 years Charles F. Phelps. Children; David (Margaret) Phelps of Hamden, CT, Karen Phelps of Lakeville, NY, and Robert (Anne Marie) Phelps of Victor, NY. Grandchildren; Ted, Katherine, Elizabeth, Carie, Paul, Jamie, Matthew, Ryan, Nicholas, and Emma. Great Grandchildren; Michael and Owen. Sisters, Jean (Donald) Shaw of Cape Cod, MA and Muriel (Roland) Pyche of Worcester, MA. Brother, Alan (Margaret) Wade also of Worcester. Sister in Law Barbara Wade & Nieces and Nephews.

Louise was born on September 9, 1928 in Worcester, MA to parents William and Frances (Seeley) Wade. She married Charles F. Phelps in 1951 and they had three children. She was a member of the Pittsford Community Church for many years.

Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Service on Friday June 8, 2012 at 3:30pm at St. John’s Home, 150 Highland Avenue, Rochester, NY, where a reception will follow. In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. John’s Home, Therapeutic Recreation Program, 150 Highland Ave., Rochester, NY 14620. Arrangements entrusted to the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc. Livonia – Honeoye. To send a condolence and for further information please visit:
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George D. Root, of Livonia, May 28, 2012 at age 81 years. Predeceased by wife, Rhea & daughter, Chrystal Root. Survived by 5 children, Kimberly Root, Jeffrey Root, & Jody Root all of Mt. Morris, Dean Root of LeRoy and Tammy Ann Root of Syracuse. 5 grandchildren. Friends, Sandy Stokesberry, Tracey Mayen & Eric Trescott.

Friends may call 4 – 7 PM Thursday at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St. Livonia, where funeral services will be held Friday at 11 AM. Burial, Pleasant Valley Cemetery, York. Memorials to the Livingston County Hospice Fund, 2 Murray Hill. Mt. Morris, NY 14510. To send condolences or further information, visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

South Lima: May 24, 2012 at age 87 years. Predeceased by parents, David and Annie; & brothers, James and Herbert Clements. Survived by his wife Caroline; children, Gloria (Dan) Reynolds of Lima, Kenneth (Colleen) Clements of Andover,Minn., Joan (Scott) Leslie of Lima, Karen (Ande) Tuntemeke of Lima & David (Donna) Clements of S. Lima. Grandchildren, Cherith (Reynolds) Meeks, ( Charles Meeks), Nathan Reynolds, Jenelle (Clements) Hatzung (Scott Hatzung), Ashlee (Clements) Fields (John Fields), Kenneth Clements, Jr., Anna Leslie, Zachary Leslie, Alaiya Tuntemeke, Malaika Tuntemeke, Kasondra Clements, Samantha Clements. Rebecca Clements, & Harley Clements. Great grandson, Colt Fields. Sister, Jean Swann of Northern Ireland. Nieces & nephews.

Harry was born in Northern Ireland, October 30, 1924 the son of David Clements and Margreta Turtle Clement. After coming to the United States, he worked in agriculture on his own farms in the area. He was a member of Avon Wesleyan Church, the Orange Lodge and the Avon Odd Fellows Lodge. He married his wife, Caroline Moore on June 22, 1957. He was predeceased by his parents and his brothers, James and Herbert Clements.

Friends may call TUESDAY, 6 – 8 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home,Inc. Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St. Livonia. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11 AM at Avon Wesleyan Church,300 Genesee St. Avon. Burial, Temple Hill Cemetery, Geneseo. Memorial contributions to the Avon Wesleyan Church Memorial Fund, 300 Genesee St. Avon, NY 14414. To send condolences or further information, visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Livonia: May 22, 2012 at age 64 years. Survived by her children, Daniel (Betsy) Strom of Livonia & Elyse Strom of Livonia.2 grandchildren, Genevieve & Gwenyth; her mother,Elsie Hannigan of Staten Island. 2 brothers, Eugene (Marybeth) Sesny & Richard (Carol) Sesny both of Staten Island. several nieces & nephews.

The family is deeply appreciative of all the wonderful & compassionate care extended to Janet by Morgan Estates & Conesus Lake Nursing Home.

Friends may call Friday 2-4, 7-9 at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St. Livonia. Memorial services will be held Saturday at the First Presbyterian Church of East Avon at 3 PM.

Life is a series of experiences that expands your soul’s growth. So be grateful for all experiences, whether they are percevied as “good or bad.” Janet Strom 5/14/97.

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CANANDAIGUA — Leonard F. Butler, formerly of Buffalo, N.Y. and Honeoye Lake, passed away on May 19, 2012, at the age of 91 years.
He is survived by his children, Robert Butler of Canadice, Debra Maynard of Boynton Beach, Fla., Linda Mancini of Akron, N.Y. and Edwin (Sharon) DeLong of Thornton, Colo.; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews.
He was a World War II veteran and was retired from Nehi Bottling Company in Buffalo.

Friends and family may call on Wednesday, from noon to 2 p.m. at the new Honeoye location of Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 8624 Main St., Route 20A, Honeoye, where services will follow calling at 2 p.m. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery, Honeoye. Memorial contributions may be made to M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center, 350 Parrish St., Canandaigua, NY 14424. To send condolences please visit: www.doughertyfuneral homes.com

Elizabeth L. “Betty” Eberwein of Lakeville, May 19, 2012 at age 81 years. She passed away peacefully,with her family by her side. She is survived by her husband, Joseph of 63 years. Her daughters, Nancy (Bryan) Conklin, Suzanne Eberwein, Patty (Thomas) McNamara & Lisa (Steve) Csapo. 8 grandchildren, Sara (Ron) Fredenburg, Melissa (Andrew) West, Matthew (Kathleen) McNamara, Michael & Peter McNamara. Amanda, Robert, & Stephen Csapo. 5 great grandchildren. Her brother, John (Jean) Beerly. Betty was very involved in community services, she was past member of the Weather or Not Garden Club in Irondequoit, & Founder of the Country Side Garden Club of Livonia. She was an active member of St. Matthew Church, dedicated faith formation teacher, member of the Small Christian Community & St. Joseph’s and St. Matthew Church Choirs.

Special thanks to all of her wonderful caregivers.

Friends may call TODAY, Sunday from 4 – 8 PM at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St. Livonia. Funeral Mass Monday 11 AM at St. Matthew Church, Route 20A, Livonia. Burial, Holy Sepulchre. Memorial contributions to the School of the Holy Childhood, 100 Groton Parkway, Rochester,NY 14623 or St. Matthews Church Building Fund, PO Box 77, Livonia, NY 14487. To send condolences or further information, visit:

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Virginia G. Ashmead, 75 years, of Canandaigua, formerly of Greece and Honeoye,died May 16, 2012 at the Hospeace House in Naples, NY. She was born in Rochester, NY, July 11, 1936 the daughter of Carlton and Dorothy Herm Gould. She served as an elder in the Greece Presbyterian Church, belonged to the Greece Choral Society, and the Fingerlakes Choral Society. Virginia sang solos in many area churches. She was a member of the United Methodist Church of East Bloomfield. Predeceased by her son, Jamie & and daughter-in-law, Jean. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Thomas G. Ashmead. Her children, Thomas Ashmead of NV., Richard Ashmead of Honeoye, John Ashmead of Ovid, Robert (Barbara) Ashmead of Honeoye. 6 grandchildren.

Friends may call Sunday, May 20,2012, 3 – 6 PM at the new Honeoye location of Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home,Inc. 8624 Main St., Route 20A, Honeoye. Funeral services will be held Monday, 2 PM at the East Bloomfield United Methodist Church. Burial, Lakeview Cemetery, Honeoye. Memorial Contruibutions to the Ontario County ARC, Abbey Industries, 3071 County Compex Dr. Canandaigua, NY 14424. To send condolences or further information, visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Lima: May 5, 2012 at age 75 years. A wonderful Mom, beloved wife and an amazing Grandmother whose love and presence will be deeply missed. Predeceased by granddaughter, Lilly Ann Zisler, & sisters, June O’Dell and Janice Wright. Survived by her husband, Jack; children, Alan W. Coykendall of Fairfax, VA., Valerie Lee Coykendall of Lima, Steven (Vickie) Coykendall of Honeoye Falls, Karen A. Zisler of West Chester, OH., & Kevin Coykendall of Honeoye Falls. 4 grandchildren, Timothy Coykendall, Tyler Kirn, Ethan Zisler & Aaron Zisler. brother, Verne (Brenda) Wright of Mobile, AL. & sister, Jeanne (Ralph) Angelo of Honeoye, several nieces & nephews.

Friends and family may call Saturday, May 12, 2012 from 1 – 3 PM at Lima Baptist Church, Route 15A, Lima where services will follow at 3 PM. Private burial, Evergreen Cemetery, Bristol. Arrangements, Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Livonia – Honeoye. Memorial contributions to the Humane Society 99 Victor Rd. Fairport, NY 14450 or StarShine Hospice of Childrens Hospital, 615 Elsinore Place, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202. To send condolences or further information,visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

Conesus: Donald J. Webster, 83 years, of Greenmount Ave. Dansville, NY formerly of Conesus, NY, died Friday evening May 4, 2012 at his residence. He was born in South Livonia, NY, January 31, 1929 the son of George and and France Griffin Webster. He was married to Marian Sharpe on November 6, 1948. For 25 years he worked a farm on Turkey Hill in Conesus and and the went on to be the Director of Weights and Measures for Livingston County until his retirement at age 55 years. During his retirement years, Don and Marian spent every winter in Florida.

He is survived by his wife, Marian; son, Kevin (Ann) Webster of Port Charlotte, Florida; daughter, Debbie Webster of Taberg, NY. brother, Francis “Corb” Webster of Jamestown, NY. 6 grandchildren 3 great grandchildren. several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sons, Todd and Steve Webster.

Family and friends are invited to attend his graveside service Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at Oak Ridge Cemetery, Coe Rd. South Livonia at 10:30 AM with Rev. Sue Forsyth officiating. Friends wishing may make memorial contributions to the the South Livonia United Church of Christ, South Livonia Rd. Livonia, NY 14487. Arrangements entrusted to the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., Livonia – Honeoye.
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Livonia: May 4, 2012 at age 67 years. Predeceased by her parents George & Louise Keehn and brother Donald Keehn. Survived by her husband Donald W. Aman, sister in law Peggy Keehn, and her nephew Jim Keehn.

Friends may call Tuesday from 4-7PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree St., Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday 11AM at St. Timothy Lutheran Church, 5015 Lakeville Road, Geneseo, NY. Burial to be held privately. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to St. Timothy Lutheran Church. To send a condolence and for further information please visit:
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Robert L. Stanton, 61 years of Pennsylvania Ave. Avon, NY died Thursday, April 26, 2012 at Strong Memorial Hospital after a brief hospitalization. He was born in Rochester, NY, March 27, 1951 the son of Harold and Catherine Cavanagh Stanton. He was a graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School in Greece, NY. Buck was a self employed, well established, automobile wholesaler and was a member of St. Matthews Roman Catholic Church. He was predeceased by his son Todd and his mother, Catherine.

Buck is survived by his wife, Beth; his children, Morgan and Bryce; his father, Harold; sister, Cathy Johnson and brother Tom (Audrey) Stanton. his mother-in-law, Janet. Sisters-in-law Lisa & Donna. Several nieces and nephews and many dear friends.

Friends may call Wednesday 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree St. Livonia. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated by Rev. John H. Hayes on Thursday at 11 AM at St. Matthews Church, Route 20A, Livonia. Burial, St. Michaels Cemetery. Friends wishing may make memorial contributions to the Stanton Children Educational Trust Fund, Five Star Bank c/o John Haugh, PO Box 579, Lakeville, NY 14480. To send condolences or further information, please visit:
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Rochester: She passed away April 20, 2012 at age 74. She was born in 1937 to the late Herbert and Jeannette Kingsbury. Left to cherish her memory are her three children: Randy Kingsbury and his wife Birgit of Newport News, VA, Lorraine Bott and her husband William of Norfolk, VA, and Jeff Kingsbury and his wife Tanya of Rochester, NY. Granddaughter Sophia Kingsbury of Newport News, VA. Brother Charles Kingsbury of Scottsville, NY.

She had a gentle nature and was a person of great patience and kindness. She had a passion to learn and was an avid reader, never hesitating to dive into a new topic.

Friends may call on Friday May 4, 2012 from 6-8pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree St., Rte 15 & 20a, Livonia. A graveside service will be held at Arnold Cemetery, Conesus, NY on Saturday at 12 o’clock noon. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions be made to the Humane Society at Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY 14450. To send a condolence and for further information please visit:
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