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Doell, Carl R.
December 31, 2004 Carl R. Doell, 89. He is survived by his devoted wife, Eleanore (Bourne) Doell; his sons, Charles (Judith) & John (Margaret) Doell; 5 grandchildren, Charlene, Sara, Molly, Daniel, Joanna Doell. He was a member of Clio Lodge #779 F.&A.M., Rochester Consistory, Leah Chapter #183 O.E.S. and Parma Grange.
    Friends are invited to call MON. 2-4, 7-9 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton where a Funeral Service will be held TUES. at 11 AM. Interment, Oakwood Cemetery. Those wishing may contribute to The Episcopal Church Home, 505 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, 14620 in Carl's memory.

Johnson, Iris (McFadden)
GREECE: Dec. 28, 2004, Iris Johnson, 78, widow of Francis. Survived by her sisters, Irene Gerzoff, Bess Hagadorn & Elaine Acito,; several nieces & nephews, including Vito & Linda Acito. Also predeceased by her brothers, Milton, Merton, Robert & Paul McFadden.
    Friends are invited to call TODAY 4-7 PM at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton. Iris' Funeral Mass will be held FRI. 10:00 AM at St. Lawrence Church, 1000 N. Greece Rd. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

Fatta, Frank V.
Dec. 27, 2004. Frank V. Fatta, 89. He is survived by his wife, Mary J Fatta, his children, Richard (Patricia) Fatta, Carol (Ken) Dain & Judy Wishart; 1 brother, James (Sarah) Fatta; 2 sisters, Ellie Engler & Mary Cashul; 6 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; several nieces & nephews.No prior calling.
    Friends are invited to attend his Funeral Mass, SAT. Jan. 8th, at 11 AM at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, Hamlin. Entombment White Haven. Those wishing may contribute to St. Joseph Church, 38710 5th Ave., Zephyrhills, FL. 33542. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc.

Wereley, John S. "Jack"
MENDON: Suddenly, Dec. 27, 2004. John S. Wereley, 55. Survived by his children, Kimberly & Shawn; loving companion, Barbara Plummer; his brother, Rev. Richard (Judith) Wereley; 2 sisters, Nancy (Paul) Pagano, Marcia (Kim) Fay; several nieces, nephews, cousins & many friends. He was an Air Force Veteran, computer wiz, cat lover, and devoted father.
    Friends are invited to call SUN. 2-4 PM at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a Service will be held at 4:00 PM after calling. Those wishing may contribute to the Humane Society & Lollypop Farm, PO Box 299, Fairport, NY 14450.

Pelcher, Richard N.
BROCKPORT: December 26, 2004. Richard N. Pelcher, 58, a golfer and gentleman. Predeceased by his father, Harold. Survived by his wife, Michele Spring; daughters, Kathryn Williams, Amanda & Danielle Pelcher; mother, Louise Pelcher; sisters, Patricia (Lester) Beninati, Barbara (Leroy) Foerster; many nieces, nephews and friends.
    A Celebration of Dick's Life will be held SAT., Jan. 15th from 5-8 PM at Hickory Ridge Golf & Country Club. Words of remembrance will be at 6 PM. Friends are invited to bring a special written memory or thought about Dick to be placed in his memory book. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to any Cancer Research Organization in Richard's memory. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc.

Dunne, Marie E. "Mum"
HILTON: December 26, 2004. She is survived by her daughters, Sharon King and Maureen D. (Robert) Kennard; 14 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; several cousins. She was predeceased by her children, Ronald Taggart, Garry Dunne & Margaret King.
    Friends are invited to call TUE. EVE. 7-9 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a Service will be held WED. at 10:30. Interment Parma Union Cemetery.

 Mansfield, Jean L.
HILTON: Dec. 24, 2004. Predeceased by her husband, William P. Mansfield and her son, David Mansfield. She is survived by her children, Thomas D. Mansfield, Linda J. (Willliam) Hartter, Steven M., Glenn R. (Barbara), William R. (Robin) Mansfield, Suzanne H. (Ed) McPhall & Nancy A. Best; 14 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren.
    No prior calling. Friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service TUES. at 1:30 at Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc., 739 East Avenue, Hilton. Interment Mt. Hope. Donations may be made to Christian Biblical Church of God, P.O. Box 1442, Hollister, California 95024-1442.

Petote, Audrey G. (Popp)
Dec. 22, 2004. Audrey G. Petote, 76. Sheis survived by her children, Michael (Elizabeth) Petote, Renee (Patrick) Bertoni, Crystal Ford (Wayne Wyand); 1 brother, Robert (Madeline) Popp; 4 grandchildren, Nastasha Petote, Jacob, Jason and Brandy Wyand; 2 great-grandchildren.
    Friends are invited to call MON. 4-7 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a Service will be held at 7:00 PM after calling. Private Interment, Parma Union Cemetery. Those wishing may contribute to Lakeside Foundation, 156 West Ave., Brockport, 14420.

Warner, Alice R. (Schubert)
HAMLIN: Peacefully, Dec. 19, 2004, Alice R. Warner, 96. She was predeceased by her husband, Austin H. Warner, 1983; her son, Austin F. Warner. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Joyce & Richard Wiest; her daughter-in-law, Margaret Warner; her grandchildren, Austin (Billie) Warner, Debra (John) Turbeville, Richard (Cheryl) Wiest, Sharon (Todd) Bradford, Christopher (Laurie) Wiest; her great-grandchildren, A. Benjamin, Matthew (Jennifer), Jacob & Nicholas Warner, John, Sara, Jennifer, Amanda & Michael Turbeville, Alicia & Adam Bradford, Connor & Eric Wiest; many nieces and nephews.
    Friends are invited to call TUES. 2-4, 7-9 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton. Funeral Mass, (Note day) THURSDAY. at 10:30 AM at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, Hamlin. Interment, Holy Sepulchre. Those wishing may contribute to Lakeside-Beikirch Care Center, 170 West Ave., Brockport, 14420 in Alice's memory .

Dennstedt, Carl J.
HILTON: Dec. 19, 2004, Carl J. Dennstedt, 82. Survived by his wife, Lyndell; children, Carlyn Schedlin, Michael (Lynn) Dennstedt, David (Carolyn) Dennstedt, Tracy (Tim) Lingeman; brother, Norbert (Mary) Dennstedt; sister, Lois Metherall; grandchildren, Katrina (Anthony) Grbesic, Tamara, Eric (Haley) & Aaron Schedlin, Bryan (Marla), Craig, Dorilyn, Emily & Joshua "J.J." Dennstedt, Erika & Heather Grande; many nieces and nephews.
    Friends are invited to call WED. 4-7 PM at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a Service will be held following calling. Memorial donations may be made to Wedgewood Nursing Home or Alzheimer's Assoc.

Strussenberg, Elsie L. (Miller)
HILTON: Dec. 18, 2004, Elsie L. (Miller) Strussenberg, 87. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold (1986); her sons, Gary & David Strussenberg; her daughter, Linda Giunta. She is survived by her daughters, Sue (David) Beehler of Hamlin, Sharon (James) Romagnola of FL; her sister, Flora Briggs of CO; 8 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.
    Friends are invited to call WED. 1-2 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 158 East Ave., Hilton, where a Funeral will be held at 2 PM. Interment, Parma Corners Cemetery. Those wishing may contribute to St. Paul New Sanctuary Fund in Elsie's memory. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc.

Bescher, Grace M.
GREECE: Dec. 16, 2004. Grace M. Bescher, age 90. Predeceased by her husband, Edward. Survived by her daughters, Barbara (James) Hand, Linda (Glenn) Davis; sister, Ruby Smith; grandchildren, Aimee & James Hand.
    No prior calling. Grace's Memorial Service will be held Mon. 10:30A.M. at St. John's Lutheran Church, 800 E. Ridge Rd. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. John's Lutheran Church, Bldg. Fund, 800 E. Ridge Rd., Rochester. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc.

Murphy, James
GREECE: Dec. 16, 2004, James Murphy, 69. He is survived by his wife, Sheila; his children, Lorraine Ledtke, Jim (Kathryn) Murphy; 2 grandchildren, Vernon Ledtke III & Nicole; his brother, William Murphy and his "Best Buddy" Austin, devoted friends Ray & Shirley Trudeau and family.
    Friends are invited to call SUN. 2-5 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton where a Service will be held Monday at 11 AM. Interment, Parma Union Cemetery. Those wishing may contribute to Strong Cancer Center, 601 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY 14642

Gurski, Katherine A.
Dec. 15, 2004, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimers. Our strong mother and grandmother entered peacefully into rest at the age of 86. She was predeceased by her husband Frank Gurski. She is survived by her children, Barbara Sullivan (Bruce Popper) & Michael (Judy) Gurski; 3 grandchildren, Laurie (Jeff) Diedrich, Michael (Shelley) Gurski, Katherine (Dee) Popper; 5 great-grandchildren, Tyler, Jacob & Molly Diedrich, Cory & Ryan Gurski.
    A Private Prayer Service will be held followed by Interment, Holy Sepulchre. Those wishing may contribute to St. John's Foundation, 150 Highland Ave., Rochester, 14620.Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc.

 
Williams, Frank C.
Suddenly, December 15, 2004, Frank C. Williams, 67. He is survived by his wife, Sheila (Wood) Williams; his children, Gregory (Tammy), Kenneth (Debbie) & Cheryl (Bryan) Oglesby; his brother, Ralph (Lou) Williams; his sister, Susan (Craig) Corey; 5 grandchildren; his brother-in-law, George (Cheryl) Edelman. He was predeceased by his parents, J. Kenneth & Liz Williams and his sister, Sally Edelman. Frank was proprietor of Woody's Collision and Past Chief of N. Greece Fire Dept.
    Friends are invited to call FRI. 2-4, 7-9 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 725 East Ave., Hilton. Funeral Service SAT. at a time to be announced at Lakeview Community Church. Interment, Parma Union Cemetery. Those wishing may contribute to S. Edelman - H. Gardner C.R.F., P.O. Box 97, Hilton, NY 14468.

Pink, John D. Sr.
GREECE: Peacefully Dec. 14, 2004. John D. Pink, 81; surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Greta; his children, Mary Pink, Kathy (Doug) Roy, John D. Pink Jr., Margaret (Ted) Farr, Edward (Debbie), Jim (Cheryl) & Patrick Pink; 21 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; brother, Henry (Arline) Pink; many nieces, nephews & friends. He was a 55 yr. member of N. Greece Fire Dept. and involved with many Fire Police Organizations, WW II Veteran & Kodak retiree.
    Friends are invited to call FRI. 2-4, 7-9 at Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a Funeral Service will be held SAT. at 11A.M. Interment Parma Union Cemetery. Those wishing may contribute to GRHC Hospice or St. Paul New Sanctuary Fund in John's memory.

Pagan, George M.
HILTON: Dec. 10, 2004, George M. Pagan, 84. Predeceased by his son, Robert; sister, Eleanor Pagan Bell. Survived by his wife, Violet "Vicky" Mason Avery Pagan; children, John Pagan, Jean (Steven) Avery Erickson, Lynn (David) Avery Baerman; VanHoesen; grandchildren, Jeffrey Pagan, Douglas Minster, Brian, Keith & Michael Erickson; many nieces and nephews. George was a graduate of Buffalo State Teacher's College. He served in the US Navy from 1943-46. Upon discharge he was an instructor with the Veteran's Administration. George was owner and publisher of the Grand Island Dispatch. Later in life, George moved to Rochester, where he joined the Rochester City School District as an Industrial Arts Teacher and later an administrator with the Education Facilities Dept., retiring in 1980.
    George's Memorial Service will be held TUES. 7 PM at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton. Private inurnment, Parma Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Parkinson Disease Center Research, University of Rochester,601 Elmwood Ave, 14642.

Harris, Ralph H.
Dec. 8, 2004, Ralph H. Harris, 89. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; his sons & their wives, David (Maralyn), Richard (Elaine), Robert (Carol), Brian (Sandra) & Ronald Harris; 15 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his grandson, Angel Harris.
    Friends are invited to call SUN. 2-4 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 158 East Ave., Hilton where a Funeral Service will be held at 4 PM after calling. Interment Fairfield Cemetery. Those wishing may contribute to St. Paul Organ Fund in Mr. Harris's memory. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc.

Perry, Robert H. GREECE
Suddenly, Robert H. Perry, 51. He is survived by daughter, Laura; his father Francis (Frank) Perry; his brother, Michael (Julie) Perry; his sister, Catherine (Raymond) Etheridge, one nephew. He was predeceased by his mother Isabelle, 2002.
    A Private Graveside Service will be held at Falls Cemetery. Those wishing may contribute to Alzheimer's Research Assoc. of Rochester. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc.

Schermerhorn, Leona (Josh)
GREECE: Dec. 6, 2004. Leona Schermerhorn, age 82. Predeceased by her husband, Gared; son, Donald; sisters, Georgiana DeFrancesco, Cora Josh; brother, Charles Josh; cousin, Winifred Kingston. Survived by her children, Daniel (Mary) Schermerhorn, Sr., Gared G. (Carol) Schermerhorn III, Susan (Gerald) Allen Sr., Sharon (John) Grisley, Sr., Patricia (Thomas) Harrison, Sr., Marsha (Joseph) DeLeo Sr., Wendy (Thomas) Harmon Jr., Paula (Eugene) Buck and Janice (Keith) Moorehouse; sisters, Ann Andrews, Florence (Joseph) Grego; 25 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews; grand-nieces and nephews; many friends; also Evelyn Schermerhorn, Ronald Roessel, Margaret Traub, Barbara Stevens, Ellen Smith, Marion Ford and Coletta Bonocci. Leona is a retiree of Eastman Kodak.
    Friends are invited to call THURS. 4-8 P.M. at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a Service will be held FRI. 11A.M. Interment Maple Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Al Sigl Center or Rochester School for the Deaf.

Levis, John E.
GREECE: Dec. 3, 2004, John E. Levis, 51, went to be with the Lord, after a long illness. Survived by his loving and caring parents, John "Milt" & Betty Levis; sister, Cheryl Eeckhout; aunts, Peggy Duffin of Ireland, Gladys Kingston of England; cousins, Elsie & Tom Johnson, James Owens; many cousins, dear friends and neighbors.
    I'd like the memory of me to be a hap-py one. I'd like to leave an afterglow of smiles when day is done. I'd like to leave an echo, whispering down the ways... Of happy times and laughing times, and bright and sunny days. I'd like the tears of those who grieve to dry before the sun, Of happy memories I leave behind when the day is done. Remember me fondly.
    At John's request, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of choice. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc.

Wood, Ruth (Bryant)
GREECE: Dec. 1, 2004, Ruth Wood, 76. Survived by her husband, Paul; children, Diane (Marvin) Hankinson, Mary (Greg) Patterson, Ken Wood; brother, Ron (Bev) Bryant; sister, Barbara (Charles) Peterson; sisters-in-law, Lois Chase and Linda Bryant; grandchildren, Lauren, Kate & Rob Bohrer; great-grandchild, Orion Bohrer; many nieces and nephews.
    No prior calling. Ruth's Memorial Service will be held SAT., DEC. 11th, 10 AM at Trinity Episcopal Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Trinity Episcopal Church. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc.

Sedler, Marie L.
HILTON: Dec. 1, 2004. Marie L. Sedler, 91. She is survived by her nephew, Paul Sedler; 2 great-nieces, Courtenay Bullock, and Bethany Spratley; 4 great-great nieces and nephews; her cousins, Helen & Ruth Heinrich; special friends, Lisa and Richard Scott. No prior calling.
Friends are invited to attend Marie's Funeral SAT., Dec. 4, at3 o'clock at St. Paul Lutheran Church.Private Interment, Parma Union Cemetery. Those wishing may contribute to St. Paul New Sanctuary Fund.Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc.

Bridenbaker, K. Onalee
BROCKPORT: Nov. 30, 2004. Onalee Bridenbaker, 82. Survived by her husband, Lyle; children, Susan Polle, Dean (Ruth) Bridenbaker; brother, Richard (Ruth) Cornell; grandchildren, Davida, Eric; great-grandchildren, A.J., Erica, Kaela and Jamie.
Friends are invited to call FRI. 9-10A.M. at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a Service will be held 10A.M. Spring interment, Machias Cemetery, Machias, NY.

Fitzgerald, Bonita A. "Bonnie" (Brooks)
Suddenly, Nov. 30, 2004. Bonnie Fitzgerald of Covington, formerly of Hilton. She is survived by her children, Brenda Miller, Daniel & Charles Fitzgerald, and Catherine Nadal; grandchildren, William, Samantha, Kaylynn, & Julie. Her sister, Frances (Mervin) LeBlanc, several nieces & nephews, many friends. She was predeceased by her son Brian, 1984 and her parents, Arlo & Frances Brooks.
    Friends are invited to call FRI. 2-4, 7-9 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a Prayer Service will be held SAT. at 10 AM. Interment, Mt. Ash Cemetery. Those wishing may contribute to Crestwood Children's Home, 2075 Scottsville Road, Rochester, NY 14623.

Gabriel, Rev. A. Howard
HILTON: Nov. 24, 2004. Rev. A. Howard Gabriel, 89. Predeceased by his daughter, Kathleen Clark; sons-in-law, Roy Ashbaugh, Larry Van Tassel. Survived by his wife, June; children, Patricia (Joseph) Murphy, Dianne (Jim) Balch, Marcia (Harold) Brown, Barbara (Keith) Carrio, Pearl (John) Bloom; son-in-law, Lloyd Clark; 18 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren. Howard was a United Methodist Minister for 42 years in various areas of New York.
    Friends are invited to call SAT. 10-12 Noon at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a Funeral Service will be held 1 PM at Hilton United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hilton United Methodist Church, 21 West Ave. Hilton 14468.

Rohner, Raymond L.
GREECE: Nov. 23, 2004, Raymond L. Rohner, 92. Survived by his wife, Else; many nieces and nephews. Ray was a WWII veteran and an Army Medic.
    No prior calling. Ray's Memorial Service will be held Sat. Dec. 4th, 2:00 PM at Lakeview Community Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Lakeview Community Church Memorial Fund. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc.

Nasiadka, Wincentyna
HILTON; Nov. 18, 2004, Wincentyna, Nasiadka, 84. Predeceased by 2 sons at birth; daughters, Josephine and Teresa. Survived by her children, Henryka (Helmut) Menge, Lillian Harrison, Eva Marie Nasiadka; brother, Stanislaw Konc; 9 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and friends.
    Friends are invited to call SUN. 2-5 PM at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton. Wincentyna's Funeral Mass will be held MON. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 10 AM. Interment, Holy Rosary Cemetery, Johnsonburg, PA. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to GRHC Hospice.

Hyde, Dorothy
GREECE: Peacefully, Nov. 17, 2004,Dorothy Hyde, 89. Predeceased by her sisters, Evelyn Florack, Ruth Kase. Survived by her nephew, Bob Kase; special friend, Dana Michael; other nieces and nephews.
    No prior calling. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Assoc. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc.

Cornell, Frederick A.
HAMLIN: Nov. 25, 2004, Frederick A. Cornell, 67. Predeceased by his parents, Charles & Violet Cornell; wife, Esther; son, Ray. Survived by his children, Estra (Jim) Weaver, Audrey (Luke Eldridge) Cornell, Stacey (Ken Nelson) Cornell; brother, Loren (Judy) Conley; grandchildren, Jody (Adam) Pfaltzgraf-Burch, Jimmy Weaver; great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
Friends are invited to call SUN. 2-5 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton where a Service will be held MON. 1 PM at the funeral home. Interment Parma Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Heart Association.

Millslagle Jr., Fred L.
Nov. 21, 2004. Fred L. Millslagle Jr., 78. Predeceased by his wife, Anne; sister, Hazel Wray. Survived by his children, Rex (Kathy) & Fred A. Millslagle; sister-in-law, Waunita Millslagle of IA; beloved friend, Patricia Barnes; many nieces and nephews.
    Friends are invited to call TUES 2-4, 7-9 P.M. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton. Fred's Funeral Mass will be held WED. 9:30 AM St. Leo Church. Interment, Parma Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Greece Volunteer Ambulance or American Cancer Society.

Lawrence, Carol
GREECE: Nov. 20, 2004, Carol Lawrence, 83. Predeceased by her husband, Fred. Survived by her children, Bonnie Jean Brevik, Barbara (James) Knopf, Fred III (Holly) Lawrence; grandchildren, Aaron & Gregory.
    No prior calling. Carol's Funeral Service will be held SAT. 11 AM at Lakeview Community Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Cancer Society. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc.

Hyde, Dorothy
GREECE: Peacefully, Nov. 17, 2004,Dorothy Hyde, 89. Predeceased by her sisters, Evelyn Florack, Ruth Kase. Survived by her nephew, Bob Kase; special friend, Dana Michael; other nieces and nephews.No prior calling.
    Services will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Assoc. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc.

Williams, David T.
Nov. 17, 2004. David T. Williams, 45. Predeceased by his parents, Marvin & Marion Williams, Sr. Survived by his children, Brandi & Zachary Williams; brothers, Marvin (Patricia) Williams Jr., Paul (Beth) Williams; sister, Barbara (John) Rawlings; Zachary's mother, Sandy Gaffney; nieces, nephews.
    A Graveside Service will be held SAT. 11 AM at Parma Union Cemetery, Route 18, Parma. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or GRHC Hospice.Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc.

Wyant, Alfred
HILTON: Nov. 16, 2004. Alfred Wyant, 87. Survived by his wife, Ethel; children, Jim (Carol) Wyant, Dick (Marge) Wyant, Diane (Charles) Wright; grandchildren, Laura (Jody) Case, Jennifer (Michael) Blowers, Sara Wyant, Jason (Gretchen) Wyant, Jody Wyant; great-grandchildren, Gavin & Kyle Case, Justin, Ryan & Avery Blowers, soon-to-be Baby Wyant; many nieces & nephews.
    Friends are invited to call SUN. Noon to 1:00 PM at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a Service will be held at 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Golisano Children's Hospital or Camp Good Days.

Decker, Winifred (Shultz)
HILTON: November 14, 2004. Winifred Decker, 85. Predeceased by her husbands, William Shultz and William Decker. Survived by her children, Richard (Dorothy) Shultz, Gary (Elizabeth) Shultz; brother, Jack Heyman; grandchildren, Heidi (Dustin) Felix, Heather (Christopher) Guthrie, Julie (Mike) Best, Paul Shultz, Daniel (Amy) Shultz; great-grandchildren, Owen & Chloe Best; many nieces and nephews.
    No prior calling. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment, Parma Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to GRHC-Hospice. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc.

Reynolds, Robert J.
Nov. 13, 2004. Robert J. Reynolds, 82. Survived by his wife, Agnes; children, Robert (Sheila) Reynolds, Mary Reynolds, Thomas (Sue) Reynolds, Patrick (Julie) Reynolds, Ann Knab, Laurie (Timothy) Leverenz, Michael Reynolds; 22 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren. Bob flew as a pilot in the European Combat Theater #454 Bomb Squadron.
    No prior calling. Robert's Memorial Mass will be held FRI. 12 noon at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, Hamlin. Inurnment Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Brockport. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Kidney Foundation or St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Memorial Fund. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc.

Cannan, Judy A.(Kanous)
HILTON: Nov. 12, 2004. Judy A. Cannan, 56. Predeceased by her father, Ellwood; Survived by her husband, Gary; mother, Vera; children, Shawn (Lisa) Johnson, Kevin (Nancy) Johnson; brother, Richard (Nancy) Kanous; sisters, Sharon (Kirk) Zwetsch, Lorrie (Kevin) Hafner, Colleen Chestnut; grandchildren, Joey, Nicholas, Abby, Alex; many nieces & nephews and cousins.
    Friends are invited to call TUES. 4-7 PM at Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a Service will be held WED. 11:00 AM. Inurnment, Parma Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to S. Edelman-H. Gardner CRF.

Van Cise, Marjorie E.
BROCKPORT: Nov. 12, 2004, Marjorie Van Cise, 100. Predeceased by her husband, Earl. Survived by her children, Sue (Woodrow) Baker, Carol (George) Bott, Ruth (Dale) Rath; brother, La Grande Sicke; sisters, Celeste Baxter, Greta Holdridge; grandchildren, David (Patti) Baker, Doug (Deanna) Baker, Kristen (Gunnar) Nordstrom, Sarah (Vincent) Lee, Natasha (Rob) Marcus, Stephanie (Peter) Chein; great-grandchildren, James, Savannah, Patrick, Marcus, Abbey, Adam, Madison, Eleanor, Brandon, and Kylie; many nieces and nephews.
    Friends are invited to call TUES. 2-4 & 7-9 PM at Thomas E. Burger Home Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a service will be held Wed. 9:30 AM. Interment Lakeview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Brockport United Methodist Church Memorial Fund.

Simmons, Loretta (Blair)
CHILI: Nov. 10, 2004. Loretta Simmons, age 78. Survived by her loving husband, Eldon; sisters, Linda (John) Coulter, Betty Jean Ward; many nieces, nephews; great-nieces & nephews; many dear friends, especially, Felix Valentino. Loretta was president of Blair Supply Corp., with branches in Watertown and Avoca, past president of the National Utility Contractors Association.
    Friends are invited to call FRI. 2-4, 7-9 P.M. at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton.
Loretta's Memorial Service will be held SAT., 12:00 Noon at Hilton Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Visiting Nurse Service, 2180 Empire Blvd., Webster, NY 14580 or Southwest Indian Children's Fund, 11052 North 24th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85029.

Garwick, Albert M.
GENESEO: Nov. 7, 2004. Albert M. Garwick, 70. Survived by his wife, Betty; daughter, Laurie (Bruce) Perry; grandchildren, Leigha (Harley) Doneburg, Justin & Nathan Perry; and great-granddaughter, Lydia Grace.
    Al's Memorial Service will be held SUN. 4:00 PM at Calvary Chapel of the Genesee Valley, Groveland .
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Calvary Chapel of the Genesee Valley Building Fund, P.O. Box 589 Geneseo, 14454.Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc.

Sherman, James E.
HAMLIN: November 7, 2004 James E. Sherman, 63. Survived by his wife, Betty; children, James Sherman Jr., Brenda Smith, Cheryl Sherman and William Sherman; grandchildren, Richard, Andrew, Jessica, Samantha, Timothy; brother, Richard Sherman; sister, Freda (Joe) Bullis; many nieces and nephews.
    Friends are invited to call THURS. 2-4, 7-9 P.M. at Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton where a service will be held FRI. 11:00 A.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Lakeside Foundation or Hamlin Ambulance.

Schultz, David D.
ASHLAND, KY: Nov. 4, 2004. David D. Schultz. Age 84, survived by his wife, Ruth of 58 years; many nieces and nephews.
    Services will be held at a later date to be announced. Memorial donations may be made to Ashland Community Hospice 1538 Central Ave., Ashland, KY, 41101.Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc.

Cowan, Marie Helen
BROCKPORT: Nov. 1, 2004. Marie H. Cowan, 89. Survived by her children, Richard (Marcia) Cowan, Joan (James) Hamlin; sisters, Rita Bement, Frances Kopler, Rose Foley; grandchildren, Thomas Kennedy, Marcia (Dan) Darvey, Lisa (Robert) Hugo, Christine Hamlin, Craig (Lisa) Hamlin, Curt (Ann) Hamlin; 11 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews.
    No prior calling. Marie's Memorial Service will be held SAT. 10A.M. St. John's Church, Spencerport. Inurnment St. John's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to a charity of choice. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc.

Hermanowski, Ruth Ann
HILTON: Nov. 1, 2004. Ruth Ann Hermanowski, 66. Survived by her husband, Henry; sister, Dorie (Jim) Hunt; other brothers and sisters; uncle, Carl (Marian)Burrows; nephew, Philip (Debbie) Burrows.
    Friends are invited to call THUR. 7-9 PM at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton where a Service will be held FRI. 10 AM. Entombment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Alternatives for Battered Women, P.O. Box 39601, Roch., NY 14604.

Becker, Gustav P., W2PHT
GREECE: Oct. 31, 2004. Gustav P. Becker, 90. Predeceased by his wife of 65 years, Maud. Survived by his children, Larry (Carol) Becker, Dennis Becker, Sandra (Richard) Larson, Betty (Donald) Eberlin; sisters-in-law, Frances & Jean Becker; his grandchildren, L. Todd Becker, Karen (Richard) Kurchyne; nephew Stewart Metcalf & many other nieces & nephews; and devoted aide, Paula Bray. Gus was a Kodak retiree, served in the National Guard and the CCC's. He was a member of the ARRL, RDXA and Antique Wireless Assoc. for more than 50 years.
    Friends are invited to call WED. 2-4 & 7-9 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a Funeral Service will be held THURS. 10 AM. Interment, White Haven Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

Zoller, John M.
Suddenly Oct. 28, 2004. John M. Zoller, 51. Predeceased by his parents, George & Carolyn Zoller. Survived by his loving faithful companion of many years, Janice Cooper; and many life-long friends.
    John's Funeral Mass will be held SAT. 9:00 AM at Holy Cross Church, 4492 Lake Ave. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of choice. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc.

Eichler, Alice (Blodgett)
HILTON: Oct. 27, 2004. Alice Eichler, 98. Predeceased by her husband, Grant; sister, Lelia Crawford, Oct. 9th. Survived by her sister, Iona Stackman; sister-in-law, Carol Blodgett; niece, Shirley Knoeferl; many nieces and nephews.
    Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment Garland Cemetery. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc.

Chadwick, Norine
10/26/04, age 92. Predeceased by sister, Betty VanHouter. Survived by many friends. Graveside Services will be held SAT. 2:30 PM at Parma Union Cemetery. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc.

Van Roo-Coleman, Elizabeth F. "Betty"
Oct. 21, 2004, Elizabeth Van Roo-Coleman, 82, in Winter Haven, FL, formerly of Greece. She was predeceased by her husband, Harry Van Roo, 1991. Survived by her husband, Raymond Coleman; children, Judith (Douglas) Campbell, Mary Ann (Dennis) Buckley, Phyllis (David) Hunt, Donna Thiel, Peter (Sandra) Van Roo & Douglas (Tracy) Van Roo; 8 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandson.
    Friends are invited to Call MON. 2-4, 7-9 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a Service will be held TUES. at 10 A.M. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Those wishing may make contributions to the National Kidney Foundation in Betty's memory.

Adams, Grace (Raab)
HILTON: Peacefully Oct. 19, 2004. Grace R. Adams, age 89. She is survived by her sons, John F. (Margaret) Adams & Franklin "Mike" (Ann "Rocky") Adams; her grandchildren, Janet (Andrew) Hatfield, Michael (Lynn), Russell (Vicki), John, Jeffrey (Karen) & David Adams; 14 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her grandson, Kevin Adams, 1981. She was a longtime member of Hilton Baptist Church, 67-year member of Leah Chapter #183 O.E.S. and a Kodak retiree.
    Friends are invited to call THURS. (NOTE TIME) 11-1P.M. at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, where an Eastern Star Service will be held at 1 P.M., followed by a Funeral Service. Interment Parma Union Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Hilton Baptist Church Memorial Fund in her memory.

Krizan, Florence (Sakalsky)
HILTON: Oct. 17, 2004. Florence Krizan, age 80, predeceased by her husband,Michael. Survived by her children, John (Margaret) Krizan, Elaine (Bernie) Best, Shirley Scarlett; sister, Ethel (Gerry) Reichhart; grandchildren, Brian (Crissy), Kevin, Tom & Rob Best, Stephen, Mark (Pam), Mike, Debbie & Adam Scarlett, Rebecca (Aaron) Edwards, Kristina (Joe) Boyle; 8 great-grandchildren; brother-in-law, Julius Krizan; sister-in-law, Theresa Beauchamp; nieces, nephews and cousins.
    Friends are invited to call WED. 2-4, 7-9PM at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave. Hilton. Florence's Funeral Mass will be held THURS. 9:30 AM, St. Mark's Church, 54 Kuhn Rd. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

Fishbaugh, Vera I. "Vi"
HILTON: Oct. 16th, 2004, Vera Fishbaugh, 81. Predeceased by her husband, Allen; brother, Joseph Buzard Jr. Survived by her children, Gary (Tina) Fishbaugh, Jodie (Daniel) Welch, Beth (Gary) Giresi; 10 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; many nieces & nephews. Vi was a ballet instructor and had many dance studios in the Rochester area; also played tennis on the United States Wightman Tennis Team for 3 years. After her retirement, she lived in Arizona and taught dance at the Eastern Arizona University.
    Friends are invited to call WED. 4-7 PM at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a Service will be held at 7 PM. Memorial donations may be made to American Diabetes Assoc.

Blaszak, Perneta M.
CHILI Oct. 15, 2004 Perneta Blaszak, 84. Predeceased by her husband, Fred. Survived by her sons, Roger and Freddy Blaszak; sisters, Bernice Ryan, Vivian Schulerman; grandchildren, Edward (Carrie) Blaszak, Barbara (Henry) Hoak; 7 great-grandchildren; cousin, June Shaver.
    Friends are invited to call MON. 4-7 PM at the Thomas Burger Funeral Home Inc, 735 East Ave., Hilton. Perneta's Funeral Mass will be held TUES. 10 AM at St. Christopher's Church. Interment Holy Ghost Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Al Sigel Center or St. Judes Children's Hospital.

Crawford, Lelia M. (Blodgett)
HILTON: Peacefully, October 9th, 2004, Lelia M. Crawford, 96. She is survived by her sisters, Alice Eichler and Iona Stackman; sister-in-law, Carol Blodgett; many nieces and nephews including Shirley Knoeferl.
    No prior calling. Friends and family are invited to attend a Graveside Service TUES. October 12, at 10 AM at Garland Cemetery. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc.

Ricotta, Louis
HAMLIN: Entered into rest Oct. 7, 2004 Louis Ricotta, 89, after a 2 month illness. Predeceased by his wife, Annabelle, 1999; 8 brothers & 2 sisters. Survived by his son, Gerald; special nephew, Gary Luehm; many other nieces & nephews. A WW II veteran, he served under Gen. Patton in 3rd Army, 1271st Engineers Combat Battalion, participating in the Battle of the Bulge.
    Friends are invited to call SAT. 2-4, 7-9 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton. Graveside Service MON. at 10:30 at Garland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers those wishing may contribute to their favorite charity in his memory.

Hall, Genevieve Cole
GREECE: October 6, 2004. Genevieve Hall, 95. She was predeceased by her husband, Irving W. Hall, 1999 and her son, Harry W. Hall II, 1979. She is survived by her daughter, Ann (James) Doan; granddaughter, Melora Doan; great-granddaughter, Annie Doan; her sister, Arlene Myers.
    A Private Family Service will be held at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc., followed by Interment in Lakeside Cemetery, Hamlin. Those wishing may contribute to their favorite charity in her memory.

Stell, Carlton E. "The Grump"
HILTON: Suddenly Oct. 6, 2004. He is survived by his beloved wife, Joyce (Rebman); his children, Kurt (Antinette) Stell & Karen (Terry) Nichols; his grandchildren, Stephanie (Todd) Calvaruso, Susan (Johnda) Snyder, Samantha Stell, Kari, Tara & Trisha Duchyns, Terry (Erica), Chris (Tracey), Kevin & Shannon Nichols; 1 brother, Gerald (Helen) Stell; brother-in-law, Roger (Anita) Rebman; several nieces, nephews & many friends. He was a Coast Guard veteran, Kodak retiree, life member of Hilton Fire Dept., an avid bowler, hunter & fisherman.
    Friends are invited to call SUN. 1-4 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a Service will be held at 4 P.M. Private Interment. Those wishing may contribute to Boy Scout Troop #99, Hilton, 14468 in his memory.

Dowswell, William N.
BLOOMINGTON, IN: October 2, 2004. William N. Dowswell, 84, formerly of Rochester. Predeceased by his wife, Madeline and son, Larry. He is survived by his children, Donna Vlahakis, Bonnie Woodhull, Elaine D'Andrea; brother, John; sister, Rosemary Hoyle; 8 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.
    No prior calling. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Inurnment, Falls Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Jehovah's Witnesses Middleport-Congregation. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc.

Rowley, Arthur J.
KENDALL: Suddenly, Oct. 1, 2004, Arthur J. Rowley, 76.He was predeceased by his son, John F. Rowley. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Jocelyn (Garlock) Rowley; his sons, James G. (Lisa), Fletcher (Jennifer) & Nathaniel (Frances) Rowley; his grandchildren, Laura, Daniel, Christopher, Ronald, Cooper &Dayton Rowley, Sean & Colleen Coyle; many nieces, nephews & friends. Art retired in 1990 from Kendall Central School, after 35 years as teacher and High School librarian. He served for many years as clerk of Kendall Zoning Board; also served on the Boards of Cobblestone Society and Child Welfare Assoc. of Orleans County. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was a longtime member of St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Brockport.
    A Memorial Service will be held at St. Luke's Church at a time to be announced. Private Interment, Lake View Cemetery. Those wishing may contribute to St. Luke's Memorial Fund, or the Cobblestone Society in Art's memory. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc.

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