Obituaries
Christopher Wilson
May 28, 2018
Christopher Wilson died May 28, 2018 at Strong Memorial Hospital after a short illness.
He was born in Ottawa, Canada in 1949 and owned a home in Waterport since 1994. He was best known locally for his voluntary work with Project Life War Orphans Rehabilitation Program, as well as World Life Institute’s Center of Excellence in Medina. Christopher’s business, Civica, provided...
Elliott Richard Parfitt
May 27, 2018
Elliott Richard Parfitt, 28, of Medina, NY, went to be with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on Sunday, May 27, 2018, in Medina, NY.
He experienced an aortic dissection, brought on by hypertension. Elliott was born on June 22, 1989, in San Diego, California, to Ken and Jamie (Blair) Parfitt and was born again at home in Mount Morris, NY,...
Elizabeth Monell-Higgins
May 25, 2018
Elizabeth "Liz" Monell-Higgins
Our Lizzie passed away peacefully at Roswell Park Friday afternoon, surrounded by her nurses and sister, after a long, courageous battle. She was 49.
She is survived by her parents Jack and Sue (Fox) Monell, sister Melissa (David) Cotter, brother John (Alane) Monell, nieces Allyson (Eric Varga) and Amanda, nephews Zach, Adam, and Jakob, and several aunts, uncles, cousins,...
Joan F. Baker
May 17, 2018
Mrs. Joan F. Baker, 92, of Lyndonville, passed away on Thursday, May 17, 2018 at the Martin-Linsin Hospice Residence.
Joan was born on October 30, 1925 in Lyndonville, a daughter of the late Floyd L. and Nellie E. (Harris) Foss. On November 27, 1943 she married Graydon S. Baker and was a lifelong Lyndonville resident. She was employed by the Lyndonville...
Alvin E. Capstick
May 16, 2018
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Alvin “Al” E. Capstick, 50 passed away Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro, NC.
Al was born January, 28, 1968, in Albion, NY, a son of Walker and Shirley W. Capstick. He was a graduate of Medina High School, class of 1987. His favorite hobbies were baking and cooking and watching tv with his daughter, Casey. Al...
Dean W. Brooks
May 16, 2018
Dean W. Brooks, 89, of Medina, passed away on May 16, 2018 at his home.
Dean was born in Gaines, NY on March 23, 1929, the son of Frank and Christina (Densmore) Brooks. As a boy, he called Eagle Harbor home. After military service, Mr. Brooks resided in the Medina and Lyndonville areas for the remainder of his life.Dean enlisted in...
Marsha E. Shaw
May 4, 2018
Marsha E. Shaw, of Medina, went home to be with The Lord on May 4, 2018 at Roswell Park Cancer Institute.
Marsha was born in Medina, May 24, 1947, a daughter of Delores (Sanford) Hackenberg and the late Jay William Hackenberg. A graduate of Medina High School, class of 1965, she attended SUNY at Brockport for three years. She was employed...
Henrietta Jenkins
Apr 30, 2018
Henrietta (Stratton) Jenkins, 65, of Medina, NY went to be with the Lord on April 30, 2018.
Henrietta was born in Pikeville, KY to Betty and Henry Stratton on June 5, 1952. She graduated from Brockport High School in 1970. She worked in the automotive industry for much of her life along with other various jobs until retirement. Henrietta enjoyed gardening,...
William R. Rosato
Apr 27, 2018
Mr. William R. Rosato (Billy Bob to his friends and Phoeba to his Grandchildren) Age 75 passed away peacefully at the Villages of Orleans with his family by his side, following a long illness.
After a lengthy and succesful career at Eastman Kodak, Bill retired in 1991. An avid pilot, he was a founding member of Gaines Valley Airport. He enjoyed...
Josephine Freda (Karam) Morse
Apr 26, 2018
“Neat as a pin, sweet as a rose, she will make friends wherever she goes”
Josephine Freda (Karam) Morse, 97, died peacefully at home on April 26, 2018. Josephine was born on October 5, 1920 in Oswego, NY. She was the youngest of 8 children born to Syrian/Lebanese immigrants Najeeb George and Freda (Ahad) Karam.
Josephine and her late, beloved husband of...
Alice P. (Harrington) Smith
Apr 25, 2018
ALICE POWERS- SMITH
(Harrington)
Alice, age 85, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2018 while visiting Simi Valley, California. ...
Andrea Lonnen
Apr 22, 2018
Andrea Lonnen, 45, Medina, NY passed away suddenly on April 22, 2018.
Andrea was born on March 3, 1973 in Medina, NY. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, teacher and friend to many. For 18 years she was a beloved kindergarten teacher in the Medina School District and touched the lives of many along the way. Andrea’s family meant...
Robert J. Hoffman
Apr 22, 2018
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Military honors on Tuesday at 9:30AM at the Cooper Funeral Home, 215 West Center St., Medina, accorded by members of Butts-Clark Post #204, American Legion and Lincoln Post #1483, VFW. Interment will be in Irondequoit Cemetery
Duane Gordon McPherson
Apr 12, 2018
Mr. Duane Gordon McPherson passed away after an extended illness at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY on April 12th, 2018.
Duane is survived by his wife Rebecca Jean McPherson (Whedon), his loving son Shannon McPherson (Shelby) of Webster, NY and daughter Charlene McPherson - Goldner (Maurice) of New York City.
Loved by sister in law Nancy Wasnock (Donald); sisters Dianna Massey,...
Diane M. Gallagher
Apr 11, 2018
There will be no prior visitation. Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
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Allen L. Phillips
Apr 11, 2018
Mr. Allen L. Phillips, of Basom, passed away on April 11, 2018 at the Martin-Linsin Residence.
Mr. Phillips was born in the Town of Hartland, March 21, 1932, a son of the late George B. and Alice (Lubs) Phillips. A graduate of Medina High School, class of 1949, he served with US Army in Korea from 1952-54. Mr. Phillips was employed...
Frederick E. Grant
Apr 5, 2018
Mr. Frederick E. “Ted” Grant, of Medina, passed away on April 5, 2018 at Orchard Manor Nursing Home.
Mr. Grant was born New Year’s Eve, 1935 in Granville, NY, a son of the late George and Nellie (Jones) Grant. He served his country with the US Air Force entering on October 28, 1954. He was stationed in the European Theatre at...
Leah Jane Watt
Apr 4, 2018
Mrs. Leah J. Watt, of Medina, passed away on April 4, 2018 at the Martin-Linsin Hospice Residence.
Mrs. Watt was born in Medina, September 27, 1935, a daughter of the late John “Jack” and Leah M. (Gilbert) Feltz. A graduate of Medina High School, class of 1954, she married John T. Watt on March 10, 1956. For many years, she was...
Dr. Mildred P. Cooper
Mar 28, 2018
Dr. Mildred Ellen Pivetz Cooper
Dr. Mildred Pivetz Cooper passed away on Wednesday, March 28th, 2018 in Buffalo, NY at the age of 97.
Dr. Cooper was born in Paterson, NJ on February 11, 1921, the daughter of the late Louis and Mary Pallay Pivetz. She was predeceased by her husband, Franklin D. Cooper and her brothers, Louis, George, Albert and Richard...
Virginia A. Messore
Mar 26, 2018
Virginia A. Messore, 75, of Medina passed away peacefully in her home with her loving family at her side on March 26, 2018.
Born on Feb. 11, 1943 to the late Elmer and Mildred (Bruning) Leffler.
Ginny grew up in W. Shelby and spent her married life in Medina. She worked at Towne Elementary as an office secretary for 20 years. She...
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