Obituaries
Roxanne M. "Rocky" Culmo
Jan 1, 2025
Roxanne M. “Rocky” Culmo, of Knowlesville, NY passed away with her loving family by her side on the morning of New Years Day, January 1, 2025.
Born December 2, 1935 in Medina, she was one of eleven children born to the late Fred J. and Ada A. (Johnson) Miller and Velma M. (Haviland) Miller. Mrs. Culmo was a graduate of Albion...
Sylvia J. Riviere
Dec 31, 2024
Sylvia Jean Riviere, of Medina, NY went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. She passed away at home surrounded by her loving family.
Born February 10, 1940 in Medina, she was a daughter to the late Ernest and Gladys (Fredericks) Meyer. Growing up on her family’s farm on Culvert Road, Sylvia possessed a strong work...
John B. Martin
Dec 24, 2024
John Burton Martin, of Medina, NY walked into eternity in the snowy, early morning of December 24, 2024. John had a strong faith in Jesus Christ and is now resting in His care; “absent from the body…present with the Lord.” 2 Corinthians 5:8.
John (a.k.a. “Zilch Fletcher”) was a much-loved husband, father, grandfather “Pop Pop” and dear friend to many. He...
Grace M. Guzik
Dec 21, 2024
Grace M. Guzik (née Kopitzki), of Medina, NY passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on Saturday, December 21, 2024.
Born October 20, 1939 in Yates Center, she was a daughter of the late Fredrick “Daddy” and Norma (Thompson) Kopitzki. Grace was a lifelong resident of the area. In August of 1955 she married the late Raymond Guzik...
Bonnie L. Joy
Dec 17, 2024
Bonnie L. Joy, of Lyndonville, NY passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, December 17, 2024.
Born December 1, 1942 in Albion, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Lelia (Shephard) Rogers. Bonnie was a graduate of Lyndonville High School Class of 1960. She married her high school sweetheart, the late Allan L. Joy that same year on...
Amanda L. Keller
Dec 14, 2024
Amanda Lee Keller, aged 49, unexpectedly passed away at Unity Hospital on December 14, 2024. Born on July 06, 1975, in Shelbyville, Tennessee, she was the youngest daughter of Arnie Allen and the late Mary Johnson-Allen. She lived in the Albion-Medina area for the majority of her life.
For over 25 years, Amanda worked in the nursing field, earning her nursing...
David G. Lockwood
Dec 14, 2024
David G. Lockwood, age 72, of Lyndonville, NY entered into rest on Saturday, December 14, 2024 following a brief illness.
Born November 1, 1952 in Lockport, he was a son of the late Harold and Betty (Melloon) Lockwood. Dave worked as a truck driver and mechanic for many years. He was known as a jack of all trades who could fix...
Fonda R. Carr
Dec 12, 2024
Fonda Ruby Carr, of the Town of Barre, NY entered into Heaven’s gates on Thursday, December 12, 2024 following a lengthy illness.
Born October 7, 1953 in Albion, Fonda was the eldest daughter of Arthur W. and Dawn Y. (Greenwald) Wilkins. She graduated from Medina High School Class of 1971 and in 1970-71 she was crowned Orleans County Dairy Princess. On...
Ronald L. Nichols
Dec 4, 2024
Ronald L. Nichols, age 45, of Albion, NY, formerly of Lyndonville, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, December 4, 2024.
Born on March 3, 1979, in Medina, he was the son of Ronnie and Jeannine (Haley) Nichols. Ronald was a devoted husband to his wife, Erica L. (Austin) Nichols and a loving father to his two boys, Ronald L....
Richard D. Dunham
Nov 28, 2024
Richard D. “Dick” Dunham, a lifelong farmer and beloved member of the Knowlesville, NY community, peacefully entered into rest at his home on Thursday, November 28, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born on July 5, 1940, in Medina, Dick was the son of the late Howard and Leona (Thaxter) Dunham. He graduated from Medina High School in the class of...
Joyce P. Bennett
Nov 26, 2024
Joyce P. Bennett, of Lyndonville, NY passed away peacefully with family at her side on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 following a long battle with cancer.
Born August 11, 1934 in Brockport, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Inez (Stamp) Pulver. Joyce graduated from Spencerport High School and went on to earn a master’s degree from Brockport State College....
Emma M. (Pescara) Molisani
Nov 23, 2024
Emma M. (Pescara) Molisani, age 93, of Medina, NY entered into rest on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at the Medina Memorial Hospital.
Born May 10, 1931 in Medina, she was the daughter of the late Domenico and Angelina (Paolini) Pescara. Emma worked for Harrison Radiator Div. of GM in Lockport, where she retired after 25 years. Her son, Joe, and her...
Alonzo E. Evans
Nov 19, 2024
Alonzo E. Evans, 92, of Medina, NY passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.
Born on March 30, 1932 in the Town of Shelby, he was a son of the late George and Irene (Gardner) Evans. Alonzo graduated from Medina High School, Class of 1950. In 1956 he married the former Marian Goldsmith. Shortly after, he went to work for Agway....
Justin Bryant Say
Nov 18, 2024
Justin B. Say of North Tonawanda, age 27, entered into rest unexpectedly on November 18, 2024. He was born on March 5, 1997, in Lockport to Damon Say and Amy Carson.
Through his selfless nature, Justin’s life was able to help the lives of five individuals by being a donor with Connect Life. His amazing legacy will remain with each of...
Dr. Thurston Dale
Nov 7, 2024
Dr. Thurston Dale, DVM, of Medina, New York passed away at the age of 85 on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at the Greenfield Health & Rehabilitation Center in Lancaster.
Born March 16, 1939 in Hope, Rhode Island, he was a son of the late Thomas Frank Dale and Ruth (Isaacs) Dale. One of six children, Dr. Dale grew up on a...
Donald R. Bigelow
Nov 4, 2024
Donald Raymond Bigelow, age 86, of N. Tonawanda, NY and formerly of Medina, died Monday, November 4, 2024, at home with his wife and six children by his side.
Don was born on October 29, 1938 in Niagara Falls. He was raised in East Otto and attended school in Cattaraugus County. He went on to serve his country in the United...
Dolores Schroth
Oct 27, 2024
(Lyndonville) Dolores E. Schroth age 78, passed away October 27, 2024 at Strong Memorial Hospital. She was born December 27, 1945, in Union City PA, a daughter of the late Harry and Lucille (Hodak) Dunn and had lived in this area for the past 35 years.
Dolores had worked as a cook at Tom and Jeanie’s in Medina and also for...
Joseph J. Bochsler, Jr.
Oct 22, 2024
Joseph J. Bochsler, Jr., of Medina, NY, age 92, entered into rest peacefully on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at the Crossroads House in Batavia.
Born July 21, 1932 in the Town of Royalton, he was the son of the late Joseph J. Bochsler, Sr. and Paulina (Leuzinger) Bochsler. Mr. Bochsler graduated from Barker High School, Class of 1950. Early on he...
Carmela Gray
Oct 20, 2024
Carmela Gray, age 90, of Medina, NY entered into rest on Sunday, October 20, 2024 at the Orchard Rehab & Nursing Center.
Born November 4, 1933 in Medina, she was a daughter of the late John and Angeline (Fontana) Licinio. Growing up in the Medina area, she married G. Russell Gray, Sr. on September 24, 1955. Carmela was a homemaker most...
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