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AREA: Royer, Ruth B., of Webster, died on June 30, 2026, at age 79. She was predeceased by her parents, Helen and Wilbur Berridge; sister, Barbara; and brother, Bill. She is survived by her sister, Mary; her husband of 60 years, Herbert Royer; sons, Steven (Heather), Scott; and granddaughters, Jenna, Rachael, and Julia. Ruth earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Brockport College. She was an Elementary School Teacher in the Greece Central School District, where she was an important influence in the education of many students for over 30 years. 

All are invited to attend a Memorial Service at the Parma Corners Cemetery (Rt. 259, south of Ridge Road West) on Friday, July 10, at 11 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport.

BERGEN: Zastrocky, John “Zeke” Jr., passed away peacefully in Jacksonville, Florida, on June 24, 2026, at the honorable age of 94.

Zeke’s remarkable legacy lives on through his large and deeply loved family. He is survived by his children: Thomas Zastrocky, Barbara Barons, David (Debe) Zastrocky, Donna (Mike) Brown, Susan (Rick) Hubbard, and Ronald (Barbara) Zastrocky. He was the immensely proud grandfather of 21 grandchildren, 56 great-grandchildren, and 6 great-great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind several close nieces, nephews, and dear, lifelong friends who were a constant source of joy and support throughout his life.

Zeke was predeceased by his wife, Shirley (Leathersich) Zastrocky; his brother, Michael Zastrocky; his sisters, Stella Maddock, Mary Hehn, and Catherine Snyder; and three infant children.

Born in Caledonia, New York, to the late John and Anna Zastrocky, Zeke attended school through the eighth grade before dedicating himself to working on the family farm. Though he later ventured into the corporate world—holding positions at Suburban Propane and Jell-O while continuing to farm on the side—he ultimately realized that his true passion belonged to the land. Over his lifetime, Zeke’s dedication and extraordinary work ethic allowed him to expand his operations to over 2,000 acres of farmland. He held himself to the highest standards and proudly instilled that same fierce work ethic into everyone who worked alongside him.

A deeply community-minded man, Zeke was a former Chief and lifetime member of the Bergen Fire Department. He was also a dedicated member of the Bergen Grange, the Loyal Order of Odd Fellows, the Masons, the American Legion, and the Moose Club. Even after retiring from full- time farming, Zeke refused to slow down. He maintained his active lifestyle by helping local area farmers, cutting his own firewood, gardening, and mastering woodworking.

Zeke’s ashes will be interred at the convenience of the family.

Brockport: Beehler, George T., passed unexpectedly on July 5, 2026, at the age of 67. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Ruth (O’Connor) Beehler.

He is survived by the pride and joy of his life, daughter, Katie “Stretch” Beehler (Jon Marrese) and bonus daughter, Amanda Lanzatella; his best friend and constant companion, “Grunt”, dearest friend and ex-wife, Laura; brothers, Michael (Karla) Beehler and Timothy (Carol) Beehler; special nephews, Mark (Karrie) Beehler and their amazing kids, Brielle and Brennan, and Brian (Justin Hebert) Beehler, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

George loved all sports, especially soccer and the New York Yankees. He also enjoyed bullhead fishing in spring and going on daily adventures with Grunt. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family and many friends.

Per George’s wishes, there will be no service. A celebration of life to be held in the future.

HAMLIN/ALBION: McClemmon, Joyce A., born April 16, 1958, died on July 4, 2026. She was predeceased by her parents, Lawrence and Ruby Southard, and her brother, David Southard. She is survived by her loving husband of 33 years, Darryl McClemmon; her children, Stacey (Randy) Williams, Kyle McClemmon, and Andrew (Charon) McClemmon; nine grandchildren; siblings, Lawrence (Leslie) Southard and Janet (Terry) Costenbader; and many nieces and nephews.

Family will receive friends on Friday, July 10, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Fowler Funeral Home Inc., 340 West Avenue, Brockport. Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society in her memory.

HILTON: Marron, John Nicholas, died July 2, 2026, at age 40. He is survived by his loving wife, Jenna Curry; parents, Holly and Don Marron; sisters, Courtney (Bryce) Whitehead, Megan (Stephen) Smagula, and Chelsea (Jonathan) Zonneville; nieces and nephew, Anna, Brooklyn, Emery, William, and Brynn; his dogs, Sparks and Grey; parents-in-law, Janet and Michael Curry;  brothers- and sisters-in-law, Jillian (Jeffrey) Steinel, Joseph (Reanna) Curry, and Jason (Caroline) Curry; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. John was predeceased by his grandparents, Diane and Vince DiSano, Donald Shilling, and Robert and Velma Marron. In April, John married the love of his life, Jenna Curry, solidifying the beautiful chapter of their life together, full of endless love and unending support for each other. Their too short time together was filled with adventures, hikes, cross-country road trips, and a million dreams for the future. John enjoyed running. He had trained for multiple races, with a particular favorite of his being an ultramarathon on Antelope Island with his dog, Grey, at his side. John was a huge sports fan. His favorite teams were the Baltimore Orioles, Buffalo Bills, and Buffalo Sabres through every season. He enjoyed working on cars with his Dad and had a remarkable ability to fix just about anything.

His Funeral Service was held on July 8 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton. Interment in Parma Union Cemetery. Donations in John’s memory can be made to Mucosal Melanoma Research through the Melanoma Research Alliance. Please select “Mucosal Melanoma Research” under Gift Designation.

KENDALL: Williams, Richard J. “Rich,” died July 3, 2026, at age 64. He was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Loraine Williams. He is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Jill Radtke Williams; children, Richard (Casey) Williams and Donald (Felicia) Williams; grandchildren, Lillian, Emma, Paetyn, Makaela, and Blake; sisters, Dawn (Donnie) Peake and Denise Williams; and many nieces and nephews. Rich was the owner of Rich Williams and Sons Hardwood Floors in Kendall. He was a man with a heart of gold. He was a husband, father, grandfather, mentor, friend, and coach. He loved hunting, fishing, and racing 4-wheelers.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Rich’s Life on Saturday, August 1, beginning at 2 p.m. at 1013 Kendall Road, Kendall. Donations in his memory can be made to Section V, Friends of Wrestling, 474 West Avenue, Brockport, NY 14420. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

SPENCERPORT: Nellis-Ewell, Carol Jean (Christof), age 79, died July 5, 2026. Carol was predeceased by her husband of 40 years, Harry Palmer Ewell, and her parents, Gaberial and Evalyn Christof. She is survived by her son, Paul and Michelle Nellis; grandchildren, Cody (Amanda) Nellis, Marissa (Seth) Michaud, Sean Nellis; great-grandchild, Mason Michaud; brother, David (Cathy) Christof; in-laws, Carol and Charlie Salvaggio. Harry and Carol enjoyed over 50 trips and visited 15 countries in Africa. Africa became their passion, and they opened an African Craft store in Spencerport over 25 years ago. Somehow, she found the time to serve as a village trustee, current Deputy Mayor, and serve on the Kiwanis board, the Spencerport senior living board, and many improvement projects. She also managed to write two children’s books. She loved her grandchildren and great-grandchild, frequently attending their events and checking in with them by text. Carol was very simple but compassionate about always helping and volunteering. One of her favorite sayings was, “Always try and do at least one good thing a day, no matter how small.”

Calling hours will be held at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, 15 West Avenue, Spencerport, on Sunday, July 12, at 11 a.m. A Funeral Service to follow. Private interment at Parma Corners Cemetery. Donations in her memory can be made to the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF.org).

 SPENCERPORT: Ryan, Joseph E., died June 30, 2026, at age 95. He was predeceased by his wife, Marion (2020). He is survived by his children, Robert (Debra) Ryan, Colleen (David) Jenks, Linda (Scott) Barnard, and Christine (Joel) Zastrow; nine grandchildren, Mike (Danielle) Ryan, Patrick (Natasha) Ryan, Richard (Theresa) Ryan, Tessa Jenks, Cori (Keith) Monahan, Jarod (Allison) Barnard, Julia Zastrow, Maggie Zastrow, and Leah Zastrow; 10 great-grandchildren; sisters, Jean (Tom) Brook and Agnes (Jack) Forsythe; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Joseph was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during the Korean War. He retired from Rochester Telephone after many years of dedicated service. In retirement, he embraced the simple pleasures of life, golfing, tending to his garden, and enjoying friendly games of Euchre with family and friends. He was a devoted Buffalo Bills fan.

His Funeral Mass was celebrated on July 8 at St. John the Evangelist Church, Spencerport. Interment in St. John’s Cemetery. Donations in his memory can be made to Rochester Regional Hospice, 330 Monroe Avenue, Suite 400, Rochester, NY 14607. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

SPENCERPORT: John Joseph Warburton, affectionately known as “Bondo,” of Spencerport, New York, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, at 5:15 a.m., following a long and courageous illness. He was 67 years old.

John was born in Rochester, New York, on November 24, 1958, to Charles (“Chuck”) and Therese Warburton. He was the sixth child and third son in a close-knit family.

John had a free spirit and a love for adventure. He enjoyed traveling, hitchhiking, meeting people, and taking on a variety of jobs that reflected his independent nature. In the late 1990s, he moved to Lake County, Florida, to be closer to family, where he remained for the rest of his life.

He worked at JR Auto Repair until a tragic hit-and-run accident left him permanently disabled.

Even after this life-changing event, John continued to find comfort in being surrounded by those who loved him. He spent his later years in Sorrento, Florida, with his younger brother Mark and his nephews Chris and Daniel Kaminska, whose love and care meant so much to him. John was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Therese Warburton; his sister, Fran Kaminska; and his brother, Ed Warburton. He is lovingly remembered by his sisters, Marty (Anthony) Yokawonis of Sorrento, Florida; Paula Lavender of Holley, New York; Michelle (Gary) Strassner of Blackey, Kentucky; and his brothers, Ronald Warburton and Mark P. Warburton of Clermont, Florida.

He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, including Lisa Brongo and her children Madilynn, Mitchell, Marshall, and Michael; Pamela (Nate) Burnes and their children Kyla, Emma, and Colton; Josh (Paola Vargas) Strassner and their children Sofia and Katie; Melissa Strassner, her daughter Alexis, and granddaughter Arabella; Jason Strassner; Melinda (Everett) Crowl; Hunter Marie Crowl and her children Emika and Nayeli; Camden Crowl; and Daniel and Christopher Kaminska.

John will be remembered for his adventurous spirit, his sense of humor, and the special place he held in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. Though he faced many challenges throughout his life, his family will always cherish the memories they shared with him and find comfort in knowing he is now at peace.

SPENCERPORT: Mark Patrick Warburton, also known as Maddog, 63, passed away on July 3, 2026.

Mark was born on June 25, 1963, in Rochester, New York, and grew up in Spencerport, where he attended St. John the Evangelist Grade School and Spencerport High School.

After graduating, Mark spent a year studying to be a funeral director at a mortuary school. He left before completing his studies and returned home. His sister and brother-in-law offered to take him to Florida to train as a carpenter, which Mark gladly accepted. He moved to Central Florida when he was 19 years old.

Mark was predeceased by his parents, Charles D. Warburton (1999) and Therese Warburton (2005); his sister, Francis “Fran” Kaminska (2008); and his brothers, Edward “Grateful Ed” Warburton (2021) and John “Bondo” Warburton (2026).

He is survived by his siblings, Martha (Tony) Yokawonis, Paula Lavender, Michelle (Gary) Strassner, and Ronald Warburton; his nephews, Christopher and Daniel Kaminska; and many extended family members and dear friends.

Mark enjoyed working with his hands, helping others when he could, and spending time with family and dear friends like Dr. Matt and Milania Smith and their family. He will be remembered for his stories, sense of humor, reliability, craftsmanship, and the close relationships he maintained throughout his life. He will be missed by all who knew him.

SPENCERPORT: Zingerella, Marie V., died July 3, 2026, at age 91. She was predeceased by her husband, Bob; brothers, Richard Ruffo, Ronnie Ruffo, and David Ruffo; and grandson, Robbie Sobel. She is survived by her daughters, Marie Sobel, Denise (David) DeBellis, and Vicki Seiple; brothers, John (Bobbi) Ruffo, Danny (Martha) Ruffo; grandchildren, Deanna DeBellis, Gina DeBellis, Mariah (Anthony) Polizzi, Sabrina (Eric) Ziegler, David DeBellis, Anthony DeBellis, Jayme Seiple, Josh Seiple, Jake Seiple; many great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Marie and Bob opened their first Ben Franklin retail store in Avon in 1962 and later opened their second location in Geneseo. In 1974, they moved to Spencerport, where they opened another Ben Franklin store in the village, followed by another in the village of Hilton, and a Ben Franklin craft store in Gates. Marie loved her family deeply, and her brothers were her best friends. She loved to laugh, crack jokes, and was extremely quick-witted.

There will be no calling hours. A Funeral Mass will be held on July 16 at 10 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church, 55 Martha Street, Spencerport. Interment to follow at St. John’s Cemetery. Donations in Marie’s memory can be made to the Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center fund by visiting https://www.rochesterregional.org/giving/make-a-gift and selecting Hildebrandt Hospice in the drop-down menu. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport.

BROCKPORT: Hess, Adelheid (Audy), (March 2,1934-May 24, 2026). Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, July 17, 2026, from 3 to 7 pm with a short service at 4 pm at Ferris Goodridge American Legion, 691 Trimmer Road, Spencerport, NY 14559.

BROCKPORT: Hoy, Phyllis Rudman, born January 5, 1933, died on June 16, 2026. She was predeceased by her husband, Milton Hoy; parents, Harold and Mildred (McMaster) Rudman; sister and brother-in-law, Alma and Carl Schultz; brothers and sister-in-law, Bruce and Shirley Hoy, Jacque Hoy, and Jerome Skukis. She is survived by her children, Timothy (Donna) Hoy, Beth (Curtis) Hall, Jonathon Hoy; grandchildren, Justin Hoy, Bailey (Hunter) Steele, Grace and Greta Hall; one great-granddaughter; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Delphine Hoy, Dolly Ann Skukis, Andrea (John) Mannes, and Michael (Deborah) Hoy; many nieces and nephews.

The Rosary will be prayed at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 15, followed by a Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Brockport. Contributions in her memory can be made to Duffy’s Friends at duffysfriends.org or the American Legion Post 330, Spencerport, NY 14559. Arrangements entrusted to Fowler Funeral Home Inc., Brockport.

BROCKPORT: Thorpe, Joseph P., age 84, died June 13, 2026. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mary Ann; son, David (Madolyn) of Columbia, SC; daughter, Joanne (Duane) of NY; grandson, Hayden Thorpe of SC; many bonus grandchildren and great-grandchildren; siblings, Michael (Helen), Sue LaPierre, and Nancy Thorpe. He was predeceased by his parents, Harry and Ruth Thorpe; brothers, James, John, Richard, Robert, Dennis, and Jeffrey. Joe was devoted to family and faith and enjoyed travel, kayaking, camping, and golf. He enjoyed watching sports, in particular Syracuse basketball and Mets baseball. He worked as a school counselor at Brockport Middle School for 28 years. He served his community as a Red Cross volunteer, with deployment to many disasters.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at the Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 152 Main Street, Brockport, on Saturday, July 11, at 11 a.m. Burial will be at Lakeview Cemetery with a reception to follow. Contributions in his memory can be made to Sunset House, 3746 St. Paul Blvd., Rochester, NY 14617. Arrangements entrusted to Fowler Funeral Home Inc., Brockport.

CHILI: DeLapp, Lois M., died June 23, 2026, at age 88. She was predeceased by her parents, Irene Edna Everett and Clark A. Wolf; two older siblings, Jeanne DeSantis and James Clark Wolf; husband, Robert (2003); and son, Andrew. Lois is survived by her daughter, Jennifer (Clay) Birkett; daughter-in-law, Amie Alscheff; grandson, Nathan Birkett; brother, Walter Doherty; sister-in-law, Mary DeLapp Stevens; brothers-in-law, Richard DeLapp and Robert Pryor; and many nieces and nephews and their families. Lois taught junior high English for several years. She had a lifelong love of Shakespeare, Beatrix Potter, Jane Austen, and Virginia Woolf, and a passion for English history and the English language in general. Her book collection at home filled multiple rooms. Lois loved music and made certain her children took music lessons. She also appreciated visual art, especially Georgia O’Keeffe. In later years, it brought her great joy to find the perfect frame for her favorite prints, photos, or original artwork. Lois thrived on connections with people: neighbors, friends at church, and later, certain helpers at her nursing home. She was a lifelong advocate for women in professional careers. A major stroke in 2020 necessitated her move to the Episcopal Church Home. In her last six years, her language abilities were frustratingly curtailed, but her personality shone through via colorful hats, blown kisses, strong opinions, and merry smiles.

Her Funeral Service was held on June 26 at the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili. A Graveside Service was held June 27 at North Chili Rural Cemetery. Donations in her memory can be made to The Nature Conservancy (https://preserve.nature.org/page/173850/donate/1) or to the Pearce Church Food Cupboard (https://onrealm.org/PearceChurch/-/form/give/now).

CHURCHVILLE: Martin, Harold “Marty” A., age 87, died June 28, 2026. Marty is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mary (Mantel); daughters, Robin (Jonathan) Boomhower of Black River, NY, and Kristine Martin (William Dotts) of Churchville; grandchildren, Augusta and Alexander Boomhower; stepbrother, William (Diane) Campbell of Spencerport; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Augusta (Kargus) Martin; brother and sister-in-law, Thomas “Gene” and Ethel Jane Martin; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Gwen and Roman Mantel; and brother-in-law, Ray Mantel. Marty was a graduate of Churchville-Chili Central School, where he was a three-sport standout in soccer, basketball, and baseball. He went on to play semi-pro baseball after high school graduation. He was a U.S. Army veteran, a former lineman for Rochester Gas and Electric, and a U.S. Federal Marshal at the Federal Building in Rochester. His favorite and most satisfying career was that of a New York State Trooper for 28 years. Marty was an avid outdoor enthusiast who enjoyed spending time with nature. He especially enjoyed hunting and fishing.

All are welcome to pay their final respects to Marty at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 11 North Main Street, Churchville, on Tuesday, July 7, from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. A Funeral Mass will immediately follow at the church. Interment in Riga Cemetery. Donations in his memory can be made to The Signal 30 NYS Troopers Benefit Fund, Inc. (https://signal30.org/donate/), which supports New York State Troopers and their families, as well as other critical needs in the law enforcement community.

HILTON: Boyce, Timothy M., age 67, died on June 16, 2026. Born in Albion, he was the son of the late Raynor and Joyce Boyce. In addition to his parents, Timothy was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Diane Turner Lusk Boyce; and in-laws, Leo and Zelena Turner, George Turner, Denise Turner McGuire Fracek, and Louis McGuire. Timothy is survived by his children, Mathew (Jennifer) Boyce, Andrea (David) Moore, and Monica Lusk (Daniel) Rude; brother, Greg (Beth) Boyce; sister, Becky (Greg) Diltz; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brothers-in-law, Robert Fracek and Robert Turner; and nieces and nephews. Timothy worked for many years as an Industrial Refrigeration Technician in New York, Arizona, and Mississippi. He enjoyed fishing, especially at Sandy Creek, and watching Formula 1 racing. His favorite football teams were the Buffalo Bills, the Oakland Raiders, and the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Donations in Timothy’s memory can be made to an animal rescue group of one’s choice. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

HILTON: Cosman, Sandra “Sandee” Lynn, age 81, also of St. Simons Island, Georgia, died June 18, 2026. Sandee was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Cosman, Sr.; parents, Gerald and Dorothy Gardner Jr.; sister, Kelly Ann Couturier; in-laws, Ward and Betty Cosman; and sister-in-law, Gail Patton. She is survived by her children, James (Heather) Cosman, Jr., Michael (Michelle) Cosman, Andrea (Barry) Griffith, and Jeff (Rachel) Cosman; grandchildren, Shelby Lynne (Zach) Cosman Huez, James Cosman III, Cole (Mikaylah) Cosman, Ainslee Cosman, Jordyn Cosman, Brooks Cosman, Carsyn Cosman, Alexandra (David) Griffith Hathaway, Elizabeth Griffith, Evelyn Griffith, Richard Griffith, Sandra Grace Griffith, Andrew Griffith, Brian Griffith, Emily Griffith, Savannah Cosman, Bo Henry Cosman, and Eli Cosman; two great-grandchildren; brothers, Stephen (Gloria) Gardner and Bradford (Debra) Gardner; many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends. Sandee devoted her life to her cherished family, who were the center of her world. She found great joy in tending her garden, faithfully journaling her thoughts and memories, and spending time in God’s Word. She lived with kindness, grace, and a servant’s heart, leaving a legacy of love, faith, and devotion that will continue to inspire generations to come.

A Graveside Service will be held Saturday, July 18, at 10 a.m. at Parma Union Cemetery, 260 Parma Center Road, Hilton. Donations in her memory can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Rochester and Finger Lakes Region, 200 Meridian Centre Blvd., Suite 110, Rochester, NY 14618. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

HOLLEY: Welch, John C. “Charlie” Sr., age 92, died June 23, 2026. He was born November 24, 1933, in Holley, a son of Stuart and Elizabeth (Hampshire) Welch.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Joanne; brother, Russell Welch; and sisters, Virginia Beuckman and Ann Curry. Charlie is survived by his sons, John “Jack” (Karen) Welch of Holley and Mark Welch of Amherst; daughter, Elizabeth “Beth” Schmidt of Albion; grandchildren, Matthew (Brittany) Welch, Hayley (Joe) Schmidt, Nicole (Sapphire) Welch and Joshua (Katie) Welch; four great-grandchildren; and faithful fur-baby, “Delilah.” Charlie was a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces, having served in both the Army and Navy. He was a member of the Gaines Carlton Community Church and former Sandy Creek Cemetery Association. He retired from the NYSDOT Canal System as a Floating Plant Supervisor.

There will be no calling hours. Family and friends are invited to attend Charlie’s Memorial Service on Saturday, July 11, at 3 p.m. in the Gaines Carlton Community Church, 14585 Ridge Road West, Albion. Private interment at the convenience of the family in Sandy Creek Cemetery. Contributions in his memory can be made to The Alzheimer’s Association of WNY-Team Joanne Orleans County Walk, 6400 Sheridan Drive, Suite 320, Amherst, NY 14221. Arrangements entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Holley. To share a special memory of Charlie, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Patrick was known as “Pat the Pilot” or “Raggot”. He loved aviation since his Grandpa Herrmann took him to watch planes when he was 3 years old at the Buffalo Airport. He followed his passion for aviation when he attended Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and flew with the ERAU Flight Team. He came home to Rochester to start his career flying in corporate aviation for nearly 20 years. He shared his love for aviation with others as a flight instructor at OnCore Aviation, the flight school he helped found.

He was also an avid sailor. He spent his Wednesdays and holidays in the summer at the Brockport Yacht Club sailing on the mighty Smack with the “Smack Guys”. He could also be found shanking golf balls with his neighbors or at Tuesday golf league.

But what he loved most was spending time with his son, Aidan, and his wife of 16 years, Michele. Patrick and Michele were high school sweethearts, together for 24 years. The Herrmanns had a shared love of Airshows, where Patrick could be found up on the air boss stand or jumping in to just “get it done”. He was a kind and gentle soul. Every person he met became a friend. He brought a sense of calm everywhere he went, and his laugh was infectious. Pat the Pilot has earned his wings for his final flight home and will be forever remembered for the calm, the laughter, and the love he brought to everyone lucky enough to know him.

Blue skies and tailwinds. Fair winds and following seas.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the International Council of Airshows (ICAS) Foundation in Patrick’s honor or a charity of your choice.

Calling hours: Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 2:00 – 5:00 pm

Service immediately following. A private reception for family and friends to come and celebrate Patrick’s life immediately following the services.

AREA: Ryan, Bernice (Woodams), of Greece, died June 16, 2026, at age 99. She was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, John R. “Jack;” son, John; sisters, Vivian Schoelerman and Pernita Blaszak; and brothers, Robert and Alfred Woodams. She is survived by her children, Kathleen (Clint) Coolidge and Susan (Paul Lewis) Ryan; grandchildren, Zachary (Nikki) Coolidge, Bridget Middlestate (JP), and Kelly and Casey Ryan; five great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Bernice was a homemaker who took great pride in raising and spending time with her family. In her later life, she enjoyed reading, solving Sudoku puzzles, watching the game show channel, and was still texting on her phone at age 99.

In keeping with Bernice’s wishes, a Graveside Service will be held privately at the convenience of the family in St. John’s Cemetery, Spencerport. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.   

BROCKPORT: Ophardt, Ronald Alfred (Ronnie, Eggs, Eggman), died June 21, 2026, at age 84. Ron is survived by his wife, Donna Batty Ophardt; children, Greg (Jen) Ophardt and Tammy Ophardt; brother, Charles Ophardt; in-laws, Carl (Patricia) Batty, Diane Batty, and Wayne Young; granddaughter, Courtney Ophardt (Nick Clark); two great-granddaughters; aunt, Leora (Vernon) Ophardt; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, Alfred and Caroline Wolf Ophardt; sister, Carol Ophardt Young; nephew, Jeff Young; granddaughter, Emily Ophardt; and sister-in-law, Joann Ophardt. A lifelong dairy and chicken farmer, Ron dedicated himself to the agricultural way of life that he loved so dearly. For many years, he was affectionately known as “The Eggman,” delivering fresh eggs and seasonal farm goods to countless families and local businesses each Friday, until his retirement in 2006. Known for his strong work ethic, warm personality, and genuine kindness, Ron touched the lives of many people through both his farming and his friendships. Later in the life, Ron and Donna were ‘adopted’ by the family of their daughter-in-law and they became loved and cherished members of the family of the late Robert and Faye Cole; children, Roger (Kim) Cole, Wendy (Scott) Shust, Jennifer (Greg) Ophardt; grandchildren, Cam Shust (Jason Baptiste), Trevor (Brittany) Ott, Taylor (Derek) Marshall, Randy Cole (Emma Randolph), Sabrina Shust; and three great-grandchildren. Ron was a devout Lutheran and served roles at St. John Lutheran Church.

Family and Friends are invited to call on Monday, June 29, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Avenue, Hilton. His Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, June 30, at 11 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, 1107 West Fork Lake Road, Hamlin. Interment will take place at Lakeside Cemetery, Hamlin, at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, prior to the service at St. John Lutheran Church. Contributions in his memory can be made to St. John Lutheran Church Beautification Fund, 1107 West Fork Lake Road, Hamlin, NY 14464, or to RRH Lipson Cancer Institute Fund, 330 Monroe Avenue, Suite 400, Rochester, NY 14607.  

CHURCHVILLE: Ulmer, Christine M. (Kitts), died June 16, 2026. Born September 5, 1958, in Peoria, IL, she was the daughter of Dale and Olga (Uranich) Kitts. Christine is survived by her husband, Bruce; her canine best friend, Hugo; sisters, Lynnette (Doug) Nevitt and Lori (Dave) Schaidle; brother, Dave (Jill) Kitts; son, Kyle (Katlyn) Duryea; granddaughters, Adeline and Nora; and many aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She worked at the Illinois Farm Bureau in Bloomington, IL, and later transitioned to Growmark, Inc., where she worked in human resources on the internship recruiting team for the Northeast United States. A lifelong flying enthusiast, Christine obtained her private pilot’s license with instrument rating and enjoyed several years of flight. Her other interests included landscaping, travel, book club, Seinfeld reruns, classic car events, and attending Pittsburgh Steelers football games. Christine attended Pearce Methodist Church in North Chili and was part of the ladies’ Bible study group.

A Graveside Memorial will be held on June 27 at 10:30 a.m. at the Fort Dever Cemetery, 226 Tax School Road, Washburn, IL. The family has established donation opportunities for contributions in Christine’s name with Pets Stop Here Rescue (non-profit dog and cat rescue organization) via the website at www.petsstophererescue.com or by mail at 5412 West Ridge Road, Spencerport, NY 14559, and with the Rochester Regional Hospital Lipson Cancer Institute Fund via the website at https://www.rochesterregional.org/giving/make-a-gift. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport.

HAMLIN: Keyes, Phyllis Miller, died June 16, 2026, at age 92. She was predeceased by her husband, Donald Keyes Sr.; sons, Douglas Keyes and Dean Keyes; sister, Betty Schluter; and sister-in-law, Phyllis Keyes. She is survived by her children, Donald (Berylann) Keyes Jr., Daniel Keyes, Dale (Deb) Keyes, Deana Keyes, and Deanna Keyes; grandchildren, Kali White, Nicholas Keyes, Christopher Keyes, and Adriana Keyes; four great-grandchildren; sister, Agnes (Fred) Harrington; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Sidney Keyes, Herb (Verna) Keyes, Dorothy Penna, Grace Fogerty, and Betty Popiwyn; and nieces and nephews. Phyllis devoted her life to her family, creating a home filled with love, laughter, and many cherished memories. A passionate sports fan, she cheered on her favorite team, the Buffalo Bills, every football season.  She was also a big baseball fan and would root for the New York Mets over the Yankees any time, even though she liked both teams.

Family and friends are invited to attend Phyllis’s Graveside Service at Parma Union Cemetery on Friday, June 26, at 1 p.m. Donations in her memory can be made to the Craig A. Goodrich Dog Shelter, 80 Railroad Avenue, Hamlin, NY 14464-9598. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

HILTON: Honan, Paul, died June 19, 2026, at age 58. He was predeceased by his parents, Norman and Gloria Honan; sisters, Christine and Jean-Marie; and brothers, Kevin and Larry. He is survived by his siblings, Ken Honan (Ashley Smith), Sarah (Jason) Burgett, Jessica (Brian) Kennedy, and Andy (Morgan) Honan; sister-in-law, April Honan; nieces and nephews, Nathan and Ella Howie, Kevin and Brandon Honan, Elliott, Camdyn, and Myles Honan, Carissa, Tyler, and Luke Kennedy, Wesley and Claire Brooks, and Kayla Baca. Paul served in the U.S. Army from 1986 to 1993 during Operation Desert Storm. Following his honorable service, Paul began a career with Wegmans, where he dedicated 33 years to a job he truly enjoyed. When he wasn’t working, Paul found pleasure in doing carpentry work. He took pride in building and creating things from wood. He was a natural storyteller who could captivate a room with his many tales of adventures shared with his brothers or of his Army days.

Paul’s Graveside Service will be held on Friday, June 26, at 11 a.m. in Parma Union Cemetery, 260 Parma Center Road, Hilton. Donations in his memory can be made to the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation, 8085 Saltsburg Road, Suite 201, Pittsburgh, PA 15239, or to the DAV – Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

HILTON: Weitzel, Richard A., died June 11, 2026, at age 89. He was predeceased by his parents, Albert and Mildred Weitzel; sister, Nancy Weitzel; and son, Douglas Weitzel. Richard is survived by his wife of 67 years, Ann Rosa Weitzel; daughter, Linda Jean Weitzel; grandchildren, Zachary (Elizabeth “Liz”) Johnson, Kristina Weitzel, Sarah (Willis) Bell, and Rebecca (Logan) Register; and three great-grandchildren. Richard retired from the Eastman Kodak Company after 35 years of dedicated service, earning the title Journeyman Inventor in recognition of his 12 U.S. Patents. In retirement, he continued to follow his engineering instincts and took great joy in tinkering around the family home. Richard enjoyed staying active and spending time with friends on the golf course, the bowling alley, or the softball diamond. An avid gardener, he took great pride in tending both his colorful flower gardens and abundant vegetable gardens.

A Memorial Service for Richard will be held on Friday, June 26, beginning at 6 p.m. at Parma Greece United Church of Christ, 1211 Manitou Road, Hilton. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in Danby Rural Cemetery. Donations in his memory can be made to The V Foundation for Cancer Research, 14600 Weston Parkway, Cary, NC 27513, or Parma Greece United Church of Christ, PO Box 152, North Greece, NY 14515. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.    

HILTON: Withrow, Richard W., died unexpectedly on June 12, 2026, at age 62. He is survived by his beloved wife, Debbie; three children, Daniel (Chelsea) Withrow, Ryan (Emily) Withrow, and Meghan (Nigel) Cunningham; grandchildren, Isaac, Kalum, Brynlee, Theodore, Elowyn, Cameron, and Noah;  sister-in-law, Cheryl Armes; brother-in-law, Randy (Ann) Wilson; father-in-law, Craig Wilson; father, Richard Withrow; sisters, Joyce (Scott) Westcott, Jackie (Fred) Tonetti, Jill and (Chris) Pusateri; uncles, Kevin (Jennifer) Withrow and Wayne (Julie) Lotz; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, especially Rich and Debbie Setter. Rich was predeceased by his mother, Faye Withrow, and his mother-in-law, Mary Wilson. He was an unwavering and loyal fan of the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, and New York Yankees. He enjoyed visiting Disney with Debbie and spending time at Lake Alice with family and friends.

His Funeral Mass was celebrated on June 23 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, Hamlin. Interment at Garland Cemetery. Donations in Rich’s memory can be made to Honor Flight of Rochester. Arrangements entrusted to Fowler Funeral Home, Brockport.

HOLLEY: Reed, Diane E. (Soule), age 77, died suddenly on June 17, 2026. Diane was born in Albion on December 20, 1948, a daughter of the late Claude and Cornella (Sadler) Soule. In addition to her parents, Diane was predeceased by her son, Ray Pinson Jr.; husband, Ray Pinson; brothers, Roger Soule, Ronald Soule, and Russell Soule. She is survived by her daughter, Debbie Pinson; granddaughter, Angie Ray Pinson; husband, Larry Reed; brother, Rick (Rita) Soule; stepchildren, Paul (Jason) Reed, Tina Reed, Larry Reed Jr., and Harris (Erin) Reed; grandchildren, Brianna (Bryan) Hardenbrook, Brittany Knapp, Chelsea Olles, Kierstyn Reed, and Morgan Davis;  sister-in-law, Beth; brothers-in-law, Rick Standish and Rick Reed; and several nieces and nephews. Diane was a hard-working lady and was employed at the former Lakeside Memorial Hospital in Brockport for 20 years. Diane was very talented and loved decorating cakes, birdwatching, going to the casino, and looking through her Ring camera at the abundance of wildlife on her front porch. She was a member of the Sheret Post #35 American Legion Ladies Auxiliary.

Services for Diane will be private. Contributions in her memory can be made to PAWS Animal Shelter, 3371 Gaines Basin Road, Albion, NY 14411. Arrangements entrusted to Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Holley. To share a special memory of Diane, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com

HULBERTON: Moore, Marian F., died June 15, 2026, at age 88. She was born on August 16, 1937, to the late Alva and Florence Mower. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her beloved husband, Jim; son, Bill; daughter, Barb; and sister, Shirley Robertson. Marian is survived by her children, Carol (Ray) Stern, Barbara (James) Passarell, William, and Gail (Stephen) Tipton; grandchildren, Heather, Kelly (Ben), Makayla (Ryan), Matthew, Erica (John), Dan (Carine), Lauren (Greg), and Wesley; and seven great-grandchildren. Marian was a long-time volunteer with the Fancher-Hulberton-Murray Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. She and Jim traveled the U.S. in their younger years and wintered in Florida. She especially liked riding her bike in the warm weather. She loved her schnauzers, Jimmy I and Jimmy II, vanilla Oreos, and the New York Yankees.

Her Service of Remembrance was held on June 19 at Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home in Holley. Interment at Hillside Cemetery. Contributions in her memory can be made to Fancher-Hulberton-Murray Fire Co., 3353 Hulberton Road, Holley, NY 14470. To share a memory of Marian, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

KENDALL: Manchester, Thomas “Tom” G., died June 17, 2026, at age 69. He was predeceased by his parents, Guy Manchester and Marilyn Hundley; daughter, Tracy Manchester; brother, Ronald (Cindy) Manchester; and sister, Valerie Manchester. Tom is survived by his wife of 49 years, Penny Manchester (Youmans); children, Mindy (Jason) Stephens and Trisha (Brian) Wakefield; sister, Cindy (Mike) Dwyer; grandchildren, Samantha Stephens, Kristina Stephens, Brianna Wakefield, Kaylee Stephens, and Austin Wakefield; six great-grandchildren; in-laws, Pam (Pat) McAvoy, Robert (Wendy) Youmans, and Roger (Tracy) Youmans; loyal furry bestie, Hobo the dog; and close friends, Johnny and Deborah Lewis. After high school, he entered the trades and built a career as an HVAC technician, later becoming the service manager for Van Hook in Rochester. Tom was a very family-centered man, and he carried that role with a steady devotion and lots of love. He enjoyed the simple pleasures that made life feel full. Tom loved birdwatching and crafting birdhouses for his feathered yard guests. He loved boating and jet skiing, off-roading with friends, playing pool, and bowling. His life was built with heart, filled with adventure, and created unforgettable moments with people who mattered most.

His Funeral Service was held on June 24 at Fowler Funeral Home Inc., Brockport. Interment at Lakeview Cemetery. Donations in Tom’s memory can be made to Hospice of Orleans Inc.