Obituaries

Sharon Lee (Curtiss) Pagels was born on May 11, 1943, in Buffalo, New York and passed away on April 29, 2025, at the age of 81 at Crossroads House in Batavia, NY.  Sharon was a beacon of love and positivity to all who knew her. 

Michael Arthur Ross passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025. He was born on August 16, 1960, in Medina, New York, to the late David and Marsha (Dickinson) Ross. Michael was known for his charisma, thoughtfulness, and ever-present humor, leaving a lasting impression on all those who knew him. Michael dedicated his professional life to serving his community as the owner and operator of Ross Funeral Home of Akron. He was proud to be a third-generation funeral director in the town in which he grew up. Prior to operating his own business, he worked in the funeral industry as a

Jane Beverly (Wittlinger) Downey-Roesch, of Akron, New York entered into rest on May 1, 2025.  Born on January 30, 1931, in Clarence, New York, she was 94 years old. She was an avid collector of Shirley Temple memorabilia and for many years played bass drum in the Akron Community Band and Corfu-Pembroke Band. An accomplished organist, she played for Clarence Center UMC, Hunts Corners Baptist Church, First Baptist Church of Akron at various times over 80 years. During her career Jane taught at Akron Central Elementary, Pembroke Central, Genesee Community College and served as Resource Librarian for the former Western

Sandra Marie Meyers of Alden, New York (formerly of Friendship, NY) passed away on April 30, 2025. She was born on August 14, 1948.  She was married on August 7, 1971 to Loren Meyers who survives.  Loren and Sandi have three sons: Alan (Leigh) of Randolph, NY; James (Heather) of Sacramento, CA; and Dale (Rachel) of Alden.  She is survived by 17 grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren whom she dearly loved and enjoyed spending time with. Sandi is a graduate of West Valley Central School’s class of 1966.  She worked for the Dept. of Social Services in Cattaraugus County from 1969

Elaine M. Deazley of Darien Center, New York passed away April 24, 2025.  Beloved wife of the late William Deazley; dear mother of Elisabeth and Mark Deazley; sister of Joanna (late Robert) Waterman and Mary Alice (late William) Devine; also survived by nieces, nephews and her three loving dogs Romeo, Bailey and Rosie. No prior visitation.  A Memorial Service will be held at the Town Line Lutheran Church, Alden, NY on Tuesday, April 29 at 10 a.m. Flowers gratefully declined.  Memorials may be made to Habitat to Humanity. Arrangements by the CHARLES MEYER FUNERAL HOME.  Share your condolences at meyerfuneralhome.com

Marilyn May Hollenbeck, born on May 4, 1939, in Royalton, New York, was a loving and generous soul whose life was an embodiment of selfless dedication and compassionate service. Marilyn’s journey on earth ended on April 26, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and life lessons that continue to touch the hearts of those who were fortunate to know her.

Mary K. Reichert of Marilla, New York passed away April 27, 2025. Beloved daughter of the late Rudolph and Helen Reichert; dear sister of Carol A. Reichert and the late William C. (Barbara) Reichert; loving aunt of Paul (Jennifer) Reichert, Steven (Anne) Reichert and Janet (Matthew) Stetter; loving great-aunt of Adam, Allison, Caroline and Catherine Reichert, William, Madalyn, Owen and Lauren Stetter; also survived by many cousins. Family will be present to receive friends at the CHARLES MEYER FUNERAL HOME, 13228 Broadway Alden, NY on Friday, May 2 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.  Funeral Services will

Joseph H. Langiewicz, of Corfu, New York passed away April 19, 2025.  He was born October 9, 1963. Beloved husband of Sara (nee Strasser) Langiewicz; dear father of Sara Jo Rusiniak and Joshua (Stacey) Langiewicz; loving grandfather of Addilyn, Nathan, Liam and Brentley; son of Donald  and the late Mary Langiewicz; brother of Timothy (Karen) Langiewicz, Thomas (Cheryl) Langiewicz, Donald (Amy) Langiewicz, Donna (Rich) Slawinski, Deborah (late Kenneth) Peebles, Elizabeth (Adam) Protas, Judy (John) Zoladz and the late Patricia (late Bob) Wolf; son-in-law of Nina and the late Ronald Strasser; also survived by many nieces and nephews; brother-in-law of Ronald

Priscilla L. Patterson, 82 of Batavia, New York, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at United Memorial Medical Center. She was born April 25, 1942 in Dansville, NY, a daughter of the late William N. and Beatrice Gilbert Swarts. Priscilla graduated from Akron Central High School and was the owner of the former Priscilla’s Styles in Akron. She enjoyed watching soap operas and loved the Buffalo Bills and Sabres. She was the wife of the late Robert K. Patterson and mother of the late Shayne Patterson. Survivors include her daughter, Rebecca I. Patterson of Batavia. Grandchildren Nicholas, Jacob

Wentworth H. Blakely, Jr of Clarence, New York entered into rest on April 13, 2025.  He was born on May 2, 1933.