Sodus: At age 65, Lila passed away on January 17, 2024. She was born on April, 1, 1958. Survived by her husband; Kurt Bethmann, Daughter; Kim, grandsons: Marcel and Elijah. Several siblings and in-laws; Desiree (Terrie), Eric (Susan), Christopher (Michelle), Dennis (Susan) and Bruce as well as many nieces and nephews. Close friends; Veronica Reitter, Kirk (Robyn) Miller. Predeceased by her Adoptive Parents; Lawrence and Ellen Ober and Mother-in-law; Barbara Bethmann-Mahooty.
Lila loved her family and friends, along with her work family at the Department of Motor Vehicles and Traffic Court. She had many special friends who enjoyed kayaking, taking trips and camping. Lila was of Mohawk heritage and she volunteered and worked at Ganondagan Historic Site in Victor, NY, learning about her Native American background and traditions.
Friends and family are invited to call from 10am-12pm on Thursday, January 25th, 2024 at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia where Lila’s Funeral Service will be held at 12pm, following calling hours. Burial will be at the Union Cemetery, Scottsburg, NY after her funeral service. Luncheon will follow at the Deer Run Winery at 3772 West Lake Road, Geneseo, NY 14454; please send a note to Desiree Bethmann if attending luncheon at email: desireebethmann@gmail.com
Memorial Contributions may be made in Lila’s name to: Cracker Box Palace, 6450 Shaker Road, Alton, NY 14516 an animal shelter in Alton, NY also Friends of Ganondagan, P.O. Box 113, Victor, NY 14564
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