Obituaries

Ellyn MacConnell

Ellyn MacConnell

Mar 8, 2025

Ellyn MacConnell, age 81, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2025, surrounded by her immediate family, after a courageous two-year battle against leukemia.

Born on October 26, 1943, in Medina, NY, to Irene and Al Keller, Ellyn was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend. Ellyn graduated from Medina High School in 1961 and went on to study opera and...

Steven M. Natale

Steven M. Natale

Mar 8, 2025

Steven M. Natale, 69, of Medina, NY entered into rest on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at the Batavia VA Medical Center.

Born November 13, 1955 in Medina, he was a son of Margaret E. (Kaimer) Natale and the late Michael J. Natale, Sr. He graduated from Medina High School, Class of 1973 and went on to earn an associate’s degree from...

Susan L. Murray

Susan L. Murray

Mar 3, 2025

No funeral services will be held at this time.

Laurie A. Seager

Laurie A. Seager

Mar 3, 2025

Laurie A. (Higgins) Seager, 58, of Barker, NY passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025, at the Rochester General Hospital following a short illness.

Born in Medina on February 23, 1967, she was a daughter of William and Phyllis (Perry) Higgins. She was a graduate of Barker Central High School. Dedicated to her career, Laurie went on to work for 35...

Helen K. Westover-Shimansky

Helen K. Westover-Shimansky

Mar 3, 2025

Helen K. Westover Shimansky, of Medina, formerly of Poughkeepsie, NY, was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus on Monday, March 3, 2025 at the age of 77 after a long illness. Born Helen Luchetti on July 12, 1947, she was adopted at the age of 2 and lovingly raised by her parents, Anthony and Katherine Spampinato of Harrison and...

Patricia T. Dujenski

Patricia T. Dujenski

Feb 28, 2025

Patricia T. Dujenski, of Middleport, NY, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025 at the Lockport Memorial Hospital following a brief illness.

Born August 1, 1941 in Medina, she was a daughter of the late Carl and Marian (Morris) Tuohey. Pat was a graduate of Medina High School, Class of 1959. She married the love of her life, Richard L. Dujenski...

Theresa K. Karmazyn

Theresa K. Karmazyn

Feb 27, 2025

Theresa K. Karmazyn, of West Palm Beach, FL, formerly of Buffalo, NY, entered into rest on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at the age of 92.

Born April 25, 1932 in Buffalo, she was a daughter of the late Michael Gozdziak and Theresa (Tubisz) Arendt. Mrs. Karmazyn worked as a dietician for many years at the Millard Fillmore Gates Hospital in Buffalo....

Robert L. Dibble

Robert L. Dibble

Feb 26, 2025

Robert L. Dibble, 84, of Medina, NY, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.

Born September 24, 1940 in Buffalo, he was a son to the late Lawrence and Myrta (Towne) Dibble. Growing up in Buffalo, Bob graduated from Kenmore West High School and furthered his education at Buffalo State College. He enjoyed a long career as...

Margaret A. Reigle

Margaret A. Reigle

Feb 24, 2025

Margaret A. Reigle, of East Shelby, passed peacefully in her sleep on Monday, February 24, 2025. 

Born on February 14, 1944 in Medina, she was the daughter of the late Walter W. and Ethel (Green) Scharlau. A lifelong resident of the area, Margaret attended Medina High School. On March 13, 1960 she married the love of her life, Gordon R. Reigle...

Donald E. Palmer

Donald E. Palmer

Feb 19, 2025

Donald E. Palmer, of Medina, NY, entered into rest peacefully on February 19, 2025 at Buffalo General Hospital. 

Don was born on February 22, 1943 in McKees Rocks, PA. He was a son of the late Earl and Mary (Pearce). He graduated from Lyndonville High School, Class of 1961 and continued his education at Canisius University, earning a bachelor’s degree. Don...

Mary Lee Knights

Mary Lee Knights

Feb 15, 2025

Mary Lee Knights, of Knowlesville, NY, entered into rest on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at the Providence Regional Hospital in Everett, WA.

Born October 27, 1944, in Tupper Lake, NY, she was the only child of the late Louis and Frances (McDonald) Gourd and stepfather, Joseph “Corky” Arsenault. Mary Lee was a graduate of Tupper Lake High School, Class of 1962...

Clifford J. Johnson

Clifford J. Johnson

Feb 15, 2025

Clifford J. Johnson, Sr., age 86, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 15, 2025 peacefully in his sleep at the Medina Memorial Hospital- North Wing Skilled Nursing Facility. 

Born September 26, 1938 in Limestone, NY, he was the youngest of fourteen children of the late Robert and Laura M. (Lafferty) Johnson. Cliff grew up on his family’s farm...

Theresa F. Wehling

Theresa F. Wehling

Feb 12, 2025

Theresa F. “Terry” Wehling, of Medina, NY, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at the United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia following a brief illness. 

Born August 11, 1941 in Medina, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Frances (Wiznock) Rozenbeck. Growing up in the polish community of Medina, Theresa graduated from Sacred Heart School and went on...

Nicholas J. Boring

Nicholas J. Boring

Feb 12, 2025

Nicholas J. Boring, age 36, of Medina, NY entered into rest peacefully on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 following a lengthy illness. 

Born February 25, 1988 in Medina, he was the son of Joyce A. Munn and the late James M. Boring. Nick was known for his infectious laugh and his happy-go-lucky attitude. He graduated from Orleans-Niagara BOCES in Medina. Nick was...

Ronald A. Hughes

Ronald A. Hughes

Feb 8, 2025

(Penfield) Ronald A. Hughes age 64, passed away February 8, 2025 at Strong Memorial Hospital following a short illness. He was born December 15, 1960, in Brockport, a son of the late Robert E. Sr. and Patricia (Hane) Hughes.

Ron loved drag racing and he owned and built his own race cars. He was very handy, remodeling his family home. Ron...

Eugene A. Pickett

Eugene A. Pickett

Feb 1, 2025

Eugene A. Pickett, 91, of Clarendon, NY and Davenport, FL passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at the AdventHealth Hospital in Davenport.

Born June 5, 1933 in Greig, NY, he was a son of the late Harold Gardner and Jessie (Burdick) Pickett. Eugene served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict from 1953-1955. He was employed as a machinist...

Theresa S. Nichols

Theresa S. Nichols

Jan 28, 2025

Theresa S. Nichols, of Medina, NY passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at the United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia following lengthy health complications.

Born April 23, 1962 in Salinas, Monterey County, California, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Belle (Shoen) Ladabouche. Theresa loved spending time with her family and especially adored her grandchildren.

Left to cherish her...

Deborah E. Ricci

Deborah E. Ricci

Jan 23, 2025

Deborah E. Ricci, of Waterport, NY beloved wife, daughter, mother and grandmother, was called to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at the age of 56.

Born June 11, 1968 in Rochester, NY she was the daughter of Joyce (Chrysler) Milleville and John Milleville. A person who possessed deep empathy and compassion, Deborah had an accomplished...

Joanne V. Clark-Parry

Joanne V. Clark-Parry

Jan 22, 2025

Joanne V. Clark-Parry, of Medina, NY and Palm Bay, FL, entered into rest on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at the age of 85 following a short illness. 

Born on August 19, 1939 in the Town of Riga, she was a daughter of the late Jacob and Ruth E. (Blaker) Vanderstow. Joanne grew up in Bergen and graduated from Byron-Bergen High School...

Diane L. Farrell

Diane L. Farrell

Jan 20, 2025

Diane L. Farrell, of Medina, NY entered into rest on Monday, January 20, 2025 following a long illness.

Born September 25, 1949 in Lackawanna, she was a daughter of the late Floyd Blount and Wilma (Thom) Kurdziel. Diane grew up in the Medina area. She married the late William J. Farrell on August 17, 1974. The couple resided at their home...

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