PALMYRA: Mary passed away on August 19, 2018 at age 89. She was born in Palmyra, NY to Peter and Susie Haak. Mary was predeceased by her husband, Fred Gardner; sister, Doris Rooze; brothers, Kenneth, Alvin and Art Orbaker; brothers-in-law, Tom and Dan Gardner; sisters-in-law, Dorothy VanHall and Shirley Rathiel.  Survived by her son, David (Judy) Gardner; grandson, Zach Gardner; brother-in-law, Gordon Gardner; many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Mary worked at Garlock for over 24 years.  She was a member of the Palmyra VFW Ladies Auxiliary.  Mary enjoyed gardening, baking, cleaning her home, spending time with her beloved grandson, Zach and spending time with her friend Katie Goetzman. Family and friends may gather for calling hours from 4-7 PM, Thursday (August 23) at Murphy Funeral & Cremation Chapels, 123 E. Jackson St., Palmyra, NY, where a funeral service for Mary will be held on Friday (August 24) at 10 AM.  Interment in North Farmington Friends Cemetery. Contributions in Mary’s memory may be directed to Alzheimer’s Association, Rochester & Finger Lakes Region, act.alz.org.

NEWARK:  Irene Ridley, 90 entered eternal rest on Monday, August 20, 2018, at Rochester General Hospital. Irene was born the daughter of the late James and Anna (Dous) DeCann on Wednesday, April 11, 1928, in Newark, NY. She spent her life in the Newark area, graduating from Newark High School class of 1945. During high school, she started working at Woolworths and worked her way up to store manager. At one point in her life, she sold real estate and eventually opened and ran an antique furniture store called “Town & Country Antiques” for 50 years. Irene enjoyed dancing and would do so, every chance she had. She also enjoyed going to car shows with her husband with one or both of their antique cars. Irene had a great sense of humor and loved to pick on people. Above all else, Irene loved her family and spending time with them. Irene will be remembered by her husband, Erling “Corky” Ridley; son, Kent Ridley; daughter, Melodie Ridley-Beman; granddaughter, Anna Beman; brother, James (Phyllis) DeCann; many nieces and nephews. Irene was predeceased by her sisters, Viola Moose, Janet Downey, and Teresa Pieters. Family will greet friends at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St., Newark on Friday, (August 24) from 4 to 7 p.m. A Memorial Service will be Saturday (August 25) at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow in East Newark Cemetery. In memory of Irene, in lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the American Heart Association, 3500 Winton Pl, Suite 4, Rochester 14623 OR Lipson Cancer & Blood Center, 1425 Portland Ave, Rochester, 14621. You may write a memory or condolence to the family by visiting watermanfuneralhome.com

LYONS: Formerly of Sodus, NY, passed away on August 20, 2018.  He was predeceased by his parents, William John and Lauretta Knapp.  Survived by his children, Stephanie (Brandon Yehl), William John (Jody Webster) and Heidi (Collin Buell); their mothers, Catherine Johnson and Sandra Knapp; brother, Jim Knapp; niece, Meghan; nephews, Joshua and Christopher. Bill will be remembered for his keen sense of humor, his love of the arts and all things beautiful, and his zest for life. Like the true Piscean that he was, Bill felt at home near or on the water. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, September 8th at 2 PM at 5539 Main St., Sodus Center, a home he artistically and lovingly restored. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Sodus Bay Junior Sailing Association. Sbjsa.org or Wayne County Humane Society 1475 County House Rd., Lyons, NY 14489.

MACEDON: Richard (Dick) Pitzeruse was a determined man. He suffered many complicated medical issues over the years, beginning with a year-long confinement for polio when he was 12. He kept fighting back against declining health- including a recent struggle with heart issues and complications. He stopped the struggle and said good-bye to family members on August 21st, and succumbed at 3:30 AM, August 22, 2018 at Crest Manor in Fairport, NY. He leaves a large family including; his wife, Arline; children Carol, Donald, Robin, and Linda; sister Phyllis; brother in law Chet, and 6 grandchildren (Michael, Don, Kevin, Angie, Kelly, Laura) and their spouses, 8 great-grandchildren, nephews and nieces and their families. He was pre-deceased by his mother and father, his brother, and two sisters. Family was Important to Dick. Dick was a fixture at McLouth Chevrolet, in Macedon, NY (which became VanBortel Chevrolet) having worked there in various capacities for 52 years, and likely no one in the area has a Chevrolet that Dick didn’t work on. His humor and strength will be missed. Donations in his memory may be made to Macedon Ambulance or Crest Manor nursing home.

WILLIAMSON: After a full and love-filled life, Joan Verbridge passed on August 21 at the age of 93.

WILLIAMSON/STERLING: Entered into rest on (Sunday) August 19, 2018 at age 86.

NEWARK: Tammy Lewis, age 56, died Wednesday (August 22, 2018) at the Peace of Pine in Ontario. Tammy was born in Newark on August 31, 1961, the daughter of Robert and Lucile DeBoerdere Lee. She was a graduate of Jordon High School. At one time, she had worked at Mobil Chemical in Canandaigua and then Property Management for a few years. For the last several years, Tammy has been a cashier at Walmart. Tammy is survived by a son Kyle Lewis of Thomasville, NC; a grandson Max; her mother Lucile Decker of Lyons, three brothers Terry Lee of Marion, Mark (Kelly) Lee Fairville and Danny Lee of Denver, CO; two foster brothers Glenn (Bonnie) Sutton of Newark and Paul Sutton of WA; three nephews and two nieces.  She was predeceased by her father  Robert Lee. Friends may call on Saturday (August 25th) from 2 to 4 PM at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark where a funeral service will follow at 4 P.M. Memorials, in her name, may be made Pines of Peace, 2378 Ridge Road, Ontario, New York 14519. murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

LYONS: David W. Chicoine, born April 9,1958, entered into eternal life on August 18, 2018.  David loved his long career at Cornell University Experimental Station as a field technician and worked in Horticulture, Science, Enology, Entomology, Microbiology and Plant Pathology in both their individual viticulture and apple programs and loved the research aspect of it all. He enjoyed classes at Cornell University and Hobart & William Smith College. He was the first in his family to earn a degree (Assoc.) in Applied Science in Conservation. He volunteered with the NYS DEC Wildlife Biologists in different animal research and worked as an educator at the Audubon Education Center. He served on several committees including the planning committee for Audubon Education Building. He also volunteered at the front counter of the Montezuma National Wildlife Visitor Center and enjoyed a long-lasting friendship with Senator Mike Nozzolio.  His love of the English language motivated him to write many articles for the Conservation Newsletter and Literacy volunteers of America where he served on committees, tutored ESL and adult basic literacy. He loved lobbying in Albany and was announced on the NYS House floor during one of their sessions. He also volunteered at the Humane Society and was a founding planning committee member. David also enjoyed working with residents of group homes at many different sites. He became interested in researching human biology and the study of its physiological aspects of medicine on the human body in connection with the University of Rochester Medical Center. David is survived by his wife Arthea (Crossley) Chicoine; stepson Pete; granddaughters Hailey, Nina and Cali; great niece Hannah Lynn Chicoine; great nephew Ryan Boshler; sister-in-law Florence Bullis and close friend Marvin Burkholder and family. He was predeceased by his parents Louis and Virginia Chicoine. His great love for God was evident as he encouraged others with his empathy and humor. Funeral arrangements will be held at the convenience of the family as a celebration of life. Donations may be made to a charity of ones choice. Arrangements by Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, 77 William St., Lyons. Visit wwwpusaterifunerals.com

RED CREEK: Age  22 son of Stacy Mata died unexpectedly on Friday, August 17. Rigo was a loving son and brother who made sure his family had everything they needed. He was the family comedian and he loved to smile and making other people especially children happy. He was the most genuine person who would give his last dollar to anyone who needed it. Rigo also loved his music and his friends. He is survived by his mother Stacy Mata, his sister Thalia Lopez, his brother Ruperto Mata, his sister in law Jordan S. Mata, his brother, Guillermo Lopez and his father Jose Morales. He is also survived by his grandmother Catherine Thomsen, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins who loves him dearly. Calling hours will be held Thursday 12noon until 2PM Thursday August 30, with a service to follow at 2PM  at the Becker-Keysor Funeral Home 6816 Church St. Red Creek, NY 13143.

LYONS/SAVANNAH: Ran the race and endured until the end, which came on August 23, 2018, at the age of 92. Carol was born in Ira, NY to Floyd and Esther Easton. She lived the majority of her life in Savannah, NY, then Lyons, NY for the last 10 years. Carol was best known for her unwavering faith, Savannah Salutations, being educated in the fine arts: playing the piano, violin, trombone, ukulele, and drawing, always remembering birthdays and sending cards for every occasion, baking chocolate cakes, rhubarb pie, and having a full cookie jar, always giving to those in need, supporting many worthy causes, and making everyone who crossed her path feel like family. Carol is survived by those still running the race: her husband of 10 years, Glenwood Halcus; her children: Wesley Reed, Marvin (Ann) Reed, Rebecca (David) Garcia, Amy (Stephen) Bullard, Rhonda (James) Perkins; her grandchildren: Tim (Wendy), Cynthia (David), Nathan (Vanessa), Ben (Jenifer), Jason (Hannah), Jeanette (Robert), Judie, Justin (Heather), Joshua (Jonie), Sarah (Maher), Checky, Sammy, Andrew, Olivia, Lauren, Jenna, Jon, Kyle (Chelsea), Easton, and Asher; her great grandchildren: Gabrielle, Chelsea, Rachel, Isaiah, Aiyana, Micah, Aletheia, Carlin, Shiloh, Josiah, Carter, Miles, Kylah, Quynn, Colton, Kiarah, Keaton, Keziah, Kempton, Kalo, Aliyah, Jayden, Mathis, Grayson, Alessandra and Alexis; her step-children and their families:  James (Beverly), David (Beatrice), Chip, Ronald (Lisa), David (Annette), Richard (Karen), and Carol (Gene); and all who called her “mom” or “grandma.” Carol was beaten to the finish line by her late husband, Donald Reed; brother and his wife, William and Patricia Easton; daughter-in-law, Susan Reed; grandchild, Matthew Garcia; and step-children William Chadwick and Barry Halcus. 

We invite you to commemorate Carol’s victory celebration at New Life Assembly of God, 7608 Rt. 31, Lyons, NY on Tuesday, August 28: Calling Hours 3pm-5pm, Funeral 5pm, and Reception to follow. 

2 Timothy 4:7 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.

Arrangements are with Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, Lyons, NY.

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WILLIAMSON: Died August 20, 2018.

Williamson/Webster: Went to Heaven to join the angels on Tuesday, August 14, 2018, age 91. Interment, Lakeview Cemetery, Pultneyville.

PALMYRA: Died on Mon., Aug. 27, 2018 at the age of 94. Anna Marie was born on July 9, 1924 in Palmyra, NY the daughter of Cornelius and Loretta O’Keefe Tellier. She and Robert H. Nellis were married on November 15, 1947 in Lyons, New York. Anna Marie was a member of St. Anne’s Church and the Catholic Daughters of St. Anne’s. She retired from Garlock Inc. after more than forty years of employment.  She was a Charter member of the James R. Hickey Post 120 American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and a member of VFW Post 6778 Auxiliary. Anna Marie was also a longtime member of the Palmyra Fire Dept. Auxiliary and had been very active with Palmyra Senior Citizens. In her spare time Anna Marie enjoyed golfing, bowling and crocheting. Mrs. Nellis was predeceased by her husband Robert on June 21, 2003; sisters Kathryn Van Damme and Isabella Rush and brother Edward Tellier. She is survived by her brother-in-law, Francis Rush, as well as, 8 nieces and nephews, and many special friends.  

Please join the family to celebrate Anna Marie’s mass of Christian burial at 10am on Fri., Aug. 31 at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Palmyra. Burial will follow in Palmyra Cemetery. Contributions in memory of Anna Marie to the Daughters of St. Anne’s, 52 W. Main St., Macedon, NY 14502 or to the Palmyra Fire Dept. Auxiliary, 615 E. Main St., Palmyra, NY 14522 would be appreciated. Online condolences @ rlyostfuneralhome.com

WILLIAMSON: Entered into rest on August 26, 2018 at age 69. Predeceased by his wife of 43 years: Donna Schulz; parents: Warren and Jenine Schulz. Warren was a loving father and grandfather.  He retired from Williamson Central Schools after many years as a custodian.  He will be greatly missed by all. Survived by his loving daughters: Nikki (Jeremy) Schulz and Stephanie (Dan) Orr; grandchildren: Ashley Remmel, August Schulz, Rylee and Hayleigh Orr; special nephews: Tim “T.J.” and Michael Orr; cousins: Darren and Renee Perreault; special friends: Suzzy and Jeff Poole; furry companion: “Charlene”; brothers in law: Russ (Leslie) and John Lake; many extended family members and friends. Calling hours will be held on (Thursday) August 30, 2018 from 4pm-7pm at Young Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations in loving memory of Warren can be made to the Wayne County Humane Society or  Williamson Volunteer Ambulance Service. Online condolences can be expressed at youngfuneralhomeny.com

WALWORTH: Michael passed away on Saturday, August 25, 2018 at the age of 70.  He was predeceased by his wife, Dale Yackel, on January 5, 2018.

LYONS: Age 85, passed away Monday, August 27, 2018 at the Wayne County Nursing Home in Lyons. Doris was born May 1, 1933 in the Town of Rose, a daughter to Herbert and Ethel Ferguson Bullock. Predeceased by her husband Richard in 1985, daughter, Holly Ann Powell in 2007, and brothers, Louis and Edwin Bullock. She is survived by 3 children, Lynette Rice (David) of Newark, Brian (Katherine) DeVay of Seneca Falls and Jeanine Vernon (Gary) of Lyons; 10 grandchildren, Jason, Jared, Jordanne, Ryan, Bradley, Brandon, Amanda, Bryant, Austin and Kayden; several great-grandchildren; sister, Shirley Austin; nieces and nephews.Family and friends may call Thursday (Aug. 30) from 4 to 6 pm at Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, 5 Phelps St., Lyons, where a memorial service will follow at 6 pm.

PALMYRA: Age 57, of Clairemont Parkway, passed away Monday, August 27, 2018 after a brief illness. Chris was born August 24, 1961 in Lyons, a daughter to Frank and RoseMarie Carpino DeJohn. She worked at IEC in Newark before her illness.  She was an avid baker and loved to play pool and cards. She was a member of Palmyra Fire Auxiliary and St. John’s Catholic Church. Predeceased by her father, Frank in 1991, aunt, Ronnie Kay Carpino and brother-in-law, Jeffery Ross.  She is survived by her mother, RoseMarie DeJohn of Lyons; 2 brothers, Frank (Anna) and Tom; sister, Joanne Ross; 2 nieces, Lori (Paul) Walters of Clyde and Jennifer Ross (Ryan Weaver) of Palmyra; nephew, Michael (Cassandra) Ross of Palmyra, great-nieces and nephews; aunts and uncles. Family and friends may call on Friday (Aug. 31) from 10 am to noon at St. John’s Catholic Church, Sodus St., Clyde, where a Mass of Christian Burial will follow at noon.  Burial will be in St. John’s Cemetery. Contributions may be made to St. John’s Catholic Church, 43 W. DeZeng St. Clyde, NY  14433 or to Palmyra Fire Auxiliary, State Route 31, Palmyra, NY  14522 in her memory. Arrangements are by Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, 5 Phelps St., Lyons. keysorfuneralhomes.com

NEWARK: Age 78, died on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at home surrounded by her family. She was predeceased by her husband, Eugene in 2012. She is survived by 5 children, Dawn Griffith of Williamson, Rose Pearce of Lockport, Cheryl David of Rochester, David Heise of Newark and Eugene Heise of Franklin County; 8 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Lorraine Blackburn of Gouverneur, Sally Blackburn of Florida, Sue Coller of Gouverneur; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. The family would like to express thanks and gratitude for the loving care she received from all of her “homecare staff” and the staff at Newark Wayne Community Hospital. Friends and family are invited to call 1:00pm-5:00pm, Tuesday, September 4th, 2018 at the Norton Funeral Home, 45 W. Main St., Sodus, NY 14551. Where funeral service will be held promptly at 5:00pm. Condolences may be expressed online at hsnorton.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to: Lifetime Care Hospice, 800 W Miller St. Suite #6, Newark, NY 14513. 

WOLCOTT/WEBSTER: Age 41, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 27, 2018. Marcia was born in Rochester on April 24, 1977 and lived most of her life in Wolcott, and recently moved to Webster.  Predeceased by maternal and paternal grandparents, and nephew, Evan Williamson.  She is survived by her high school sweetheart, best friend, and husband, JD; she was a loving mother to 3 daughters, Chloe, Morgan and Olivia; her mother, Shanon (Rodney) Malbone; father, Charles (Lisa) Stoughtenger; siblings, Lisa Putman (Tommy), Jamie (Shawn) Davenport, Aaron (Marty) Malbone and Mary Stoughtenger (Frank); In-laws, John and Virginia (Ginny) Fowler; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins, and many friends. Marcia was passionate about her work at Strong Memorial Hospital as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) in the gastroenterology and hepatology departments.  She was hand-picked and jointly sponsored by the hospital and the school of nursing to pursue her doctoral studies.  In 2017, she was nominated as cohort of DNP practice fellows, a group of nurse executives and lead nurse practitioners. Marcia was extremely involved with her daughters and would always be there to help them with school and sports.  She always wanted the best for them.  She loved biking & running, having competed in 5ks, half marathons, full marathons, triathlons and duathlons. Family time was most important to Marcia, whether boating on Sodus Bay, enjoying the Adirondack’s or traveling. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday (Sept. 1) 11 am at the Living Word Assembly of God, 2344 Ridge Rd., Ontario, NY  14519, with a reception for all to follow. Burial is private at Huron Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Lakeshore Ambulance, 5841 New Hartford St., Wolcott, NY 14590 or to a charity of choice. Arrangements are by Farnsworth-Keysor Funeral Home, North Rose. keysorfuneralhomes.com

MACEDON: Alfred passed away on August 28, 2018 at age 75. He was born on January 11, 1943 in Fulton, NY to the late Alfred and Rose Greco.  Alfred was also predeceased by his daughter, Brenda Leuzzi. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Joyce Greco; sons, Randy (Ann Marie), Alfred (Lisa) and Steven (Lisa) Greco; grandchildren, Tatianna, Victoria, Isaac, Alyssa, Ryan, Hannah, Michael and Peyton; sister, Gayle (Eugene) Manley; many nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Al went to G. Ray Bodley High in Fulton, New York. Upon graduation he enlisted in the United States Navy becoming a crypto tech.  While stationed in Trinidad he met and married the love of his life, Joyce “Peters” Greco. They were married for 55 years.  Once completing his service, he worked for IBM for 30 years. After leaving IBM he opened his own IBM consulting business, AG Open Systems. Upon closing his business of 11 years he devoted his time to family and gardening. Al was an active member of the Rochester Philatelic Association and stamp dealer for 30 plus years.

Family and friends may gather for calling hours from 4-7 PM on Friday (August 31) at Murphy Funeral & Cremation Chapels, 1040 Rte. 31, Macedon, NY 14502.  Alfred’s Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday (September 1) at 10 AM at   Interment in St. Anne’s Cemetery.  Contributions in Alfred’s memory may be directed to the Church.  To leave the family an online condolence, please visit murphyfuneralservices.com.