Obituaries

Ernest W. Pruitt Jr. “Ernie” of Alden, New York passed away June 17, 2025.

Donald Keith Roth, 80 of Akron, New York passed away peacefully on Friday, June 20, 2025, at Buffalo General Hospital. He was born December 23, 1944 in Batavia, NY, a son of the late Harry and Ethel Pierce Roth. He graduated from Batavia High School in 1962 and joined the US Air Force where he served our country from 1963-1967. On June 11, 1966, he married Elizabeth Haggerty at St. Joseph Church in Batavia, NY. Don was employed as a technician/salesman for Agway Petroleum and later retired from Burnwell Gas. In retirement Don was an enthusiastic member of the “Akron

Kyle L. Roth, of Clarence, New York entered into rest June 23, 2025, surrounded by family.  She was born April 20, 1951 in Clarence, New York and 74 years old.

John F. Snyder of Akron, New York passed away June 19, 2025.  He was born November 1, 1948, Beloved son of the late Norman and Mary (nee Clark) Snyder; cherished brother of Harriet (Arthur) Dombrowski; caring uncle of Paul (Kelly) Dombrowski and Jennifer (Jason) O’Malley. Also survived by 3 great-nieces and 1 great-nephew. John was a proud Army veteran that served from 1968-1971 and a 1966 graduate of Akron High School. Arrangements by Ross Funeral Home of Akron, LLC. To share memories and condolences with John’s family please visit rossakron.com.

Henry A. Ciurzynski, 85, of Akron, New York, passed away on June 5, 2025. He was born in Akron, NY, on October 22, 1939, to the late Henry and Julia (Wronowicz) Ciurzynski. A lifelong resident of Akron, Henry worked for General Motors as an auto worker, contributing to the manufacturing industry of the region. Henry had a zest for life that was contagious. He was known for his love of sports, particularly basketball and track, often attending high school games and meets long after his son’s graduation. An accomplished athlete in his own right, he broke records as an Empire

Petronella “Pat” Vogt of Marilla, New York passed away June 9, 2025. Former wife of George Vogt; beloved mother of Dr. David Vogt, Keith (Stephanie) Vogt, Holly (Michael) Lander and the late Katherine Vogt; loving grandmother of 10 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren; sister of the late Rita (late Salvatore) Biondo, the late Norbert (late Dolores) Panek, the late Florence (late Gene) Machnica, the late Lucille Panek and the late Dennis (Janice) Panek; also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. No prior visitation.  A Memorial Mass will be held at St. John’s RC Church, Alden, NY on Saturday, June 21

Charles C. Young- of Cowlesville, New York passed away June 12, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Elsie (Quest) Young; dear father of Charles (Christine), Connie (Jim) Hamon, Donald and David (Janet) Young; also survived by eight grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren; brother of the late Marie Smith. He will be deeply missed by friends and family, as well as his companion Barb Ryan. Family will be present to receive friends at the Charles Meyer Funeral Home 13228 Broadway, Alden, N.Y. Wednesday. June 18, from 10:00 to 12 Noon, with Funeral Services to follow at the Cowlesville Baptist Church at 1:00

Nelson J. Aldinger of Darien Center, New York passed away June 7, 2025. He was born July 14, 1938. Beloved husband of the late Linda (Stephan) Aldinger; dear father of Janiece (Tim) Clavin-Aldinger, Thomas (Andrea) and Megan Aldinger; loving grandfather of Emma Clavin, Tyler (Katelyn Conners) and Tristan Aldinger great-grandfather of Amora Rose Aldinger; brother of Arlene (late Philip) Richardson, Howard (Chris) Aldinger and the late Robert (late Harriet), the late Gerald (Naomi) and the late Arthur (Joanna) Aldinger. Family will be present to receive friends at the CHARLES MEYER FUNERAL HOME, 13228 Broadway Alden, NY Thursday from 2 to

David J. Erny of Alden, New York passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2025. Dear father of Jeremy (Julie) Erny and Jamie Allen; loving grandfather of Christian, Devin, Zachary, Benjamin and Madeline; born, June 26, 1948, he was beloved son of Jean and the late Harvey Erny; brother of Nancy (Wally) Zamoyski and the late Barbara (Kevin) Newman; also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Funeral Services will be held at the CHARLES MEYER FUNERAL HOME, 13228 Broadway Alden, NY on Tuesday, June 10 at 10 a.m.  Family will be present to receive friends on Monday, June 9

Joanne M. Ferguson (nee Hahn) of Alden, New York passed away June 2, 2025, she was born on April 22, 2936.  Beloved mother of Herbert (Cindy) Froebel, Elizabeth (Brian) Miller, Robert (Amy) Froebel and the late Cynthia Davis; loving grandmother of Dale (Dana), Noel (Katrisha), Dana (Morgan), Robin (Jeff), Chad (Stephanie), Beau (Caroline), Ashley (Ryan), Meghan (Adam), Zachary (Laurel), Eric (Makayla) and Leah (Matthew); also survived by 20 great-grandchildren; dear sister of Susan (late Arnold) Robinson and the late Donald (late Tina) Hahn, late Raymond (late Virginia) Hahn and the late Russell (late Janice) Hahn. Family will be present to