Obituaries

Julia Mary Vreatt, age 101, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025 at home in Riverside, CA. Julia grew up in Alden, New York. She was a loving, sweet, kind, affectionate, beautiful wife, mother, sister, aunt, in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother and friend. She was called “Grammy” to everyone. She loved her Lord, Jesus Christ. She was a lifelong volunteer at Corpus Christi Roman Catholic church in Corona, CA and was a Sunday school teacher at Bowmansville United Methodist Church in Bowmansville, NY. She loved camping, fishing, gardening, making desserts, and spending time with family. Julia is survived by her beloved

Ian E. Hahn-of Alden, New York passed away unexpectantly on May 25, 2025 at the age of 37. Sadly missed by his loving children James and Zoey Hahn; beloved son of Edward Hahn and Margaret “Peg” Burns; dear twin brother of Katlyn Hahn; grandson of “Nana” Linda Hahn and the late Gerry Burns; great-grandson of the late Treva Harding; nephew of Russ (Joyce) Hahn, Julie (Mark) Slojkowski and the late Kenneth Hahn; great-nephew of the late Kathy Burns; cousin of Laura (Al), Joe (Mary) Sara (Dom), Nathan, Shawn and the late Shannon. Family will be present to receive friends at

Madeline Teresa Gabalski (maiden name Mineo) went to her eternal rest on Friday May 23, 2025, at the age of 82.  She was the beloved wife of 63 years to Walter Leo Gabalski Junior.  Madeline was the mother of Walter (Kristina) Gabalski, Anita (Donald) Trautwein, Daniel (Lisa) Gabalski, Ronald (Mary) Gabalski and David (Brandy) Gabalski.  She and her husband have 19 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Born on August 27, 1942, Madeline is predeceased by her parents Alfio Mineo and Josephine Mineo.  She is also predeceased by her three siblings Romilda Jones, Thomas Mineo and Josephine Bucino. Madeline was employed as

Madonna B. Andrzejewski of Alden, New York passed away May 13, 2025.  Beloved wife of David Andrzejewski; dear mother of Cheryl (Richard) Misiak, William (Cindy) Kuhl, Katie (Jay) Vaughn, Amy Foster and the late Joaneth Root; loving grandmother of nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; sister of Ruthann Meyers, Carol Jo Meyers, Cynthia Bellingar, Peter Meyers, Robert (Cindy) Meyers, Charles Meyers, Richard (Sandy) Meyers and the late Tammy Meyers; also survived by many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at the CHARLES MEYER FUNERAL HOME, 13228 Broadway Alden, NY Monday, May 19th at 11 a.m.  Family will be

Delores Bower was a loving and dedicated mother, a reliable friend, and a smart entrepreneur who brought joy to everyone she met. She was born on June 16, 1942, and she called Akron, New York her home. She passed away May 11, 2025. Delores possessed a talent for entrepreneurship, which she combined with her unwavering dedication to create multiple businesses. Beyond her professional endeavors, Delores was a devoted member of Highpoint Church, where her faith and fellowship contributed immensely to her life’s richness. Delores was a woman of many passions, but at the top of the list were her family

Philip E. Richardson, 95 of Akron, passed away peacefully on Saturday (May 17, 2025) at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 30, 1929 in Sodus, NY, a son of the late Claude and Evelyn Jacot Richardson. Philip was drawn to a neighboring farm at a very young age so when his own family moved to Geneseo he stayed in Lyons with that farm family until he was in eighth grade.  It was on that farm in those early years where his interest in agriculture was cultivated and it lasted a lifetime. He was a graduate of

Gloria L. Goettel of Lancaster, New York passed away May 19, 2025 at the age of 99. Beloved wife of the late Alvin Goettel; dear mother of Cheryl (Donald) Murawski; loving grandmother of Bryan (Maxine) Ferry, Kim (Marc) Karlnoski and Dawn (Michael) Hausle; dear great-grandmother of Clayton, Jake, Michael, Laura, Benjamin and Paige; sister of the late Robert (late Dolores) Lysiak. No prior visitation.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. John’s RC Church, Alden, NY on Wednesday, May 28 at 10 a.m.  Flowers gratefully declined.  Arrangements by the CHARLES MEYER FUNERAL HOME.  You are invited to

Henry E. Klier Sr. of Alden, New York passed away May 19, 2025. Beloved father of Kristi (Steve) Dougherty, Henry Klier Jr. and Rachel Klier; loving grandfather of Aubri, Sam, Paisley and Jaxon; dear son of the late Henry and Barbara Klier; dear brother of Helen (late John) Uebelhoer. Family will be present to receive friends at the CHARLES MEYER FUNERAL HOME, 13228 Broadway Alden, NY on Saturday, May 24 from 11-1 p.m., followed by a Celebration of Life and lunch at the Millgrove Vol. Fire Dept. 11603 Genesee St. Millgrove, NY at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorials

Dennis M. Olszewski-of Alden, New York passed away May 18, 2025. Beloved son of Dolores (late Walter) Trzenski and the late Frank Olszewski; dear brother of Dave, Dan, Doug (Elaine), Joe (Lynnelle), Jim (Penny), Cathy (Eric) Book and the late Vikki Olszewski; stepbrother of Cheri Gerritty; also survived by special friends Paul and Mary Ellen Jurek and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Family will be present to receive friends at the CHARLES MEYER FUNERAL HOME, 13228 Broadway Alden, NY on Friday, May 23 from 1-3 and 5-7 p.m. with a prayer service to follow at 7 p.m.  Flowers gratefully