John Metcalf
Mar 27, 2026
Rushford --- John Elmer Metcalf of Rushford passed away on March 27, 2026, at Buffalo General Hospital. He was born on September 4, 1960, in Cuba, a son of Daniel and Ruth Smith Metcalf.
John was a graduate of Rushford Central School. He devoted 16 years of service as a farm hand, truck driver, and all-around laborer at Mallard's Dairy.
An avid...
Carol A. Klein
Mar 25, 2026
Fillmore --- Carol Klein of Fillmore passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026 in The Pines Nursing Home, Machias. She was born on February 21, 1939, in Hornell, a daughter of the late Floyd and Emily Lockwood Mehlenbacher. On September 28, 1957, she married the love of her life, Karl Klein, and together they built a life centered on family,...
Ronald J. Murray Sr.
Mar 25, 2026
Rushford --- Ronald J. Murray Sr. went home to be with his Lord and Savior in the early morning on March 25, 2026 surrounded by his loving family in his home. He was born on July 6, 1939 in Farmersville, a son of the late Clifford and Eunice Burrell Murray. On June 24, 1967 in Franklinville he married Amelia M....
Todd Hinz
Mar 22, 2026
Hunt --- Todd Sherman Hinz of Hunt passed away on March 22, 2026, at Acute Select Specialty Hospital in Erie, Pennsylvania. Born on October 29, 1967, in Dansville, a son of Roger and Jean Ann Wood Hinz.
A graduate of Fillmore Central School, class of 1985, Todd furthered his education by earning an associate’s degree from Alfred State College in 1987....
Craig Charles Hodnett
Mar 20, 2026
Fillmore --- Craig Charles Hodnett, 76, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2026, at his home in Fillmore, New York, surrounded by his family.
Craig was a proud veteran who served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he built a career as a banker and took pride in his work.
Those who knew...
Gerald Voss Luckey
Mar 4, 2026
Short Tract --- Gerald Voss Luckey, a lifelong member of the Short Tract community, passed away on March 4, 2026, at Noyes Memorial Hospital in Dansville at the age of 104. Born on April 25, 1921, in the Town of Granger, a son of the late Norris and Lora Voss Luckey. He married Melva Worden who predeceased him on December...
Warren H. Pomeroy
Feb 27, 2026
Rushford --- Warren H. Pomeroy, a dedicated member of the community, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on February 27, 2026, at Jones Memorial Hospital in Wellsville. He was born on March 12, 1936, in Rushford in the family home, a son of the late Marvin and Myrtle Jones Pomeroy Sr. He married Judith Black who predeceased...
Sue Carol Stevens
Feb 14, 2026
Arkport -- Sue Carol Stevens (nee Spalding), a former resident of Arkport, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on February 14, 2026. She was born on March 22, 1937 in Hornell, a daughter of the late Jesse Spalding and Carrie Button.
Sue’s parents owned a corner grocery store on State Street while growing up, and Sue met her future husband,...
Arnold M. Sherlock Jr.
Feb 8, 2026
Nunda --- Arnold M. Sherlock Jr. of 9361 Route 408 passed away on February 8, 2026, at the age of 85, at his home. He was born on March 3, 1940, a son of the late Arnold and Evelyn Allen Sherlock Sr. On March 3, 1962 he married Gail Dunham who survives
He was an avid auto racing enthusiast, often participating...
Mary Kay Myskiewicz
Jan 28, 2026
Caneadea --- Mary Kay Myskiewicz of Caneadea, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 28, 2026, in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville. She was born on June 1, 1956, in Buffalo.
Mary was a dedicated wife and mother, her heart overflowing with love for her family. It is through her cherished relationships that her legacy will endure. She...
Robert Bruce Hess Sr.
Jan 20, 2026
Houghton --- Robert “Bruce” Hess, a third-generation missionary, was born on September 19, 1936, in Zamboanga City, Philippines, to Robert and Viola Hess. His family served in the remote jungles of Mindanao amid turmoil. Bruce was just five years old when World War II began. He remembers hiding in the jungle for 13 months before the family was captured. For...
Paul J. Roth
Jan 20, 2026
Fillmore --- Paul J. Roth of 11003 Merwin Road went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 in the Houghton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. He was born on April 20, 1944 in Cheektowaga, a son of the late Elmer and Phyllis Estabrook Roth. On July 31, 1965 he married Linda Lee Miller who predeceased...
Phillip Ray Volk
Jan 17, 2026
Hornell --- Phillip Ray Volk of 131 Hornell Street and a former resident of Hume went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 17, 2026 in St. James Hospital, Hornell. He was born on September 21, 1946, a son of the late Nathan and Jean Beardsley Volk.
Phil was a graduate of Fillmore Central School and a...
Janice L. Keiser
Jan 1, 2026
DeRuyter --- Janice L. Keiser of DeRuyter passed away on January 1, 2026, in her home. She was born on June 19, 1936 in the Fillmore, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Virginia Lee Gaus.
Janice was a graduate of Fillmore Central School. Her career in the food service industry began early and lasted throughout her life, where her talents...
Joan F. Crosby
Dec 31, 2025
Short Tract--- Joan Crosby, a former resident of Short Tract, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, in the Livingston County Skilled Nursing Facility, Mt. Morris. She was born on August 28, 1940, in Rochester, a daughter of the late Harold and Mabel Gardner Crosby.
Joan was a former clerk for Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester until her retirement and later...
Patricia A. Sandford Griffin Reilly
Dec 25, 2025
Hume ---Patricia A. Sandford Griffin Reilly, a former resident of Hume, passed away suddenly on December 25, 2025, in St. Petersburg, FL. She was born May 2, 1934, in Fillmore, to Etta and Cleland Sandford.
Pat was a graduate of Fillmore Central School and later completed her nursing degree from the University of Rochester in 1955.
Pat married the love of her...
The Honorable Todd G Smith
Dec 24, 2025
Wiscoy --- The Honorable Todd G. Smith, Town Justice for the Town of Hume passed away unexpectedly on December 24, 2025 in his home. He was born on December 12, 1967 in Lakenheath, England, the son of Floyd Smith and Clara Skinner. On September 9, 1989 in the Town of Eagle he married Kelly Cornell who survives.
Todd was a member...
Daun M. Weierheiser
Dec 24, 2025
Fillmore --- Daun M. Weierheiser of 28 Emerald Street passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 24, 2025 in her home. She was born on April 5, 1966 in Rochester.
Daun was a former coordinator for Coopervison in Scottsville until her retirement.
An avid fan of the Buffalo Bills, Daun enjoyed the thrill of game days. In addition to her passion for the...
Wayne Richard Roberts
Dec 16, 2025
FILLMORE – Wayne R. Roberts of 60 Emerald St. Fillmore, left this earthly life to be welcomed by his Lord and Savior, to join loved ones in eternity, Tuesday December 16, 2025) at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester with his loving family at his side. He was born on August 29, 1937 in Eagle, the son of the late Kenneth...
Nancy Darlene Crane
Dec 10, 2025
Houghton --- Nancy Darlene Isaman Crane of Houghton ended her earthly mission on December 10, 2025, with her loving family by her side, experiencing a surprisingly rapid decline of health, following a rare illness. She was supported by her loving fiancé, James Totsline, of Castile and her daughters, Billie Jo Crane (Brent) Bedford, of Ephrata, WA, and Tammy Newville, of...
