Howard D. Rosenberg

Howard D. Rosenberg, born January 13, 1949, in Batavia, NY, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2024, at his residence in Clarence Center, NY. Howard was a 1967 graduate of Akron Central School District. He was the beloved husband of Karen (Finger) Rosenberg, whom he married on August 21, 1971, marking over 50 years of shared love and partnership. He was a proud and loving father to Anita (Douglas Keleher) Rosenberg and Marc (Jaclyn) Rosenberg.  Howard was a dedicated sheet metal worker, contributing to the manufacturing industry for 38 years and was a valued member of the Sheet Metal Workers

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Candice Starkweather

Candice Starkweather, 71 of Newfane, New York passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at the Newfane Rehab and Health Care Center. She was born June 4, 1953 in Buffalo, NY, a daughter of the late Edward and Mary Kruszczynski. Candice prized education and the furtherment of knowledge. She raised and trained race horses and was an artistic individual. She enjoyed her cats and will be missed by those who knew her. She was the wife of the late Robert G. Starkweather who died in 2018. Survivors include her sons, Robert (Julie) Starkweather of Tonawanda and Nikolai Starkweather of

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Classifieds September 26

ADVERTISING PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED WITH THE AKRON BUGLE AND IT WILL RUN IN THE ALDEN ADVERTISER AT NO ADDITIONAL COST – $6.50 for up to 15 words, ten cents each additional word. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – 3 Million Readers for only $455 – Your 25 word classified ad will run in the New York State Classified Advertising Network (nyscan) ninety percent of 222 paid weekly newspapers statewide. You can also advertise your classified in specific regions Western ($125), Central ($175) and

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Classifieds September 19

ADVERTISING PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED WITH THE AKRON BUGLE AND IT WILL RUN IN THE ALDEN ADVERTISER AT NO ADDITIONAL COST – $6.50 for up to 15 words, ten cents each additional word. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – 3 Million Readers for only $455 – Your 25 word classified ad will run in the New York State Classified Advertising Network (nyscan) ninety percent of 222 paid weekly newspapers statewide. You can also advertise your classified in specific regions Western ($125), Central ($175) and

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Benjamin Neale Abrams

Benjamin Neale Abrams, 49, of Batavia, New York passed away on September 16, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer at the United Memorial Medical Center. He was born on April 17, 1975 in Batavia to Marshall Neale and Barbara (Howell) Abrams. In addition to his parents, Ben is survived by a daughter and son; Jessie and Jakob Abrams; sister Carrie Janes; grandmother Audrey Abrams Potter; nieces and nephews Tyler Janes, Kesa (Travis) Wasivlewski, Emily Janes; great nephew Chanceton; along with aunts, uncles and cousins. Ben loved working at HP Hood in Batavia and all the people with whom he

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Alan H. Anderson

Alan H. Anderson, passed away peacefully at his residence in Akron, New York surrounded by family on September 9, 2024. He was born on September 27, 1931, in Oakfield, NY, to the late Charles and Mary (Thompson) Anderson. Alan was a humble man who touched the lives of many with his kindness and generosity. He honorably served in the United States Navy for three years during the Korean War and dedicated his working years to the Continental Can Company in North Tonawanda, NY as a diligent factory worker. Upon retirement, he shared the tranquility of his garden and the warmth

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Doris Pauline (Murray) Klingelsmith

1928-2024 Doris Pauline (Murray) Klingelsmith, 96, died on September 11, 2024 in Sarasota, Florida. She was born on July 22, 1928, the tenth of fourteen children.  She married Glendon H. Klingelsmith on December 28, 1947 and they made their home in Akron, New York where they resided for over 50 years before moving to Sarasota in 1999. Doris worked as an LPN at Brothers of Mercy in Clarence, NY for many years. She is survived by two daughters, Sharon (Anthony) Cummings of Sarasota, FL; Coralyn (James) Albrecht of Goshen, IN; a son, Larry (Carolyn) of Wooster, OH; a sister, Shirley

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Marlene F. Raiser

Marlene F. Raiser, born April 20, 1937 in Buffalo, New York, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2024 at Green Fields nursing home. Marlene worked in the kitchen at the Buffalo Country Club in Williamsville, NY, where she eventually retired. Her time there was deeply fulfilling and allowed her to build many lasting relationships. Marlene was a spirited card player and enjoyed the challenge of word puzzles and games. She had a passion for gardening that inspired her to have several bird feeders and a garden planted outside her window at Green Fields. It was her hope that the staff

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David A. Ross II

David A. Ross II, known affectionately as D.R., Kunta, or simply Dave among his friends and family, passed away on September 12, 2024. A man of intelligence and wit, David could always be counted on to lighten the mood with his sense of humor. He was a true movie buff, especially fond of Forrest Gump and The Blues Brothers. His uncanny ability to seamlessly weave movie quotes into everyday conversation never failed to bring a smile to those around him, and showcased his vast knowledge and love for cinema. Dave was born on February 9, 1963 to the late David

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Akron Central High School continues Homecoming tradition of collecting PB&J

PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY DONATIONS SOUGHT – Akron Central High School Student Council members (l-r) Secretary Peter Sokolofsky, Treasurer Tiana Kabingira Kipendo, Vice President Anthony Consiglio, President Ava Fox, and Member-at-Large Ella Liss, remind parents and students to stock up on peanut butter and jelly for donation to the annual Homecoming Food Drive to benefit the Akron-Newstead Food Pantry. 

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