Obituaries

Darlene Lauer

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Darlene Lauer, passed away suddenly on July 16, 2024. She was born on March 28, 1963, in Buffalo, New York to Richard and Joan (Symenow) Kempisty.  Darlene poured love into everything she did and worked for many years in the hospitality industry where she was known and loved by many. She was an extraordinary woman who turned ordinary moments into memories of a lifetime. Family was the heart of Darlene’s world and her life was a testament to the power of love and kindness. She will be deeply missed, but her zest for life and the love she had for

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Raymond G. Skaine

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Raymond G. Skaine, 84 of Clarence, New York, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. He was born August 8, 1939 in Monongahela, PA, a son of the late James and Ruth Stamper Skaine. Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Sandra Markham Skaine of Clarence. Children, Tracey (Alan) Burns of Missouri, Becky (Chuck) Heller of Minnesota and Lincoln Skaine of Massachusetts. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Family and friends are cordially invited to a Celebration of Life Service on Saturday, July 20, 11:00 a.m. at the Clarence Global

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Marian Ruth Green

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Marian Ruth Green, age 89 entered into rest on July 5, 2024 at Premier Genesee Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Batavia, New York. Marian was the daughter of the late Wilbur C. Green and Mildred R. (Myers) Green born on August 9, 1934 at the family home in Alabama, New York. Following her graduation from Akron Central School in 1952, she became an educational secretary in the elementary school of the Akron Central School district until her retirement in 1994. In 1946 Marian along with her parents and her brother became members of the Alabama United Methodist Church. She

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Brian Lederhouse

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With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Brian Lederhouse, who left us too soon on July 1, 2024. Born on July 16, 1985, in Amherst, NY, Brian was a man of the earth, cherishing the simple beauty of life under the open sky. A man of quiet strength and resilience, he was a beloved son, a loving father, and a cherished brother.  He was a farmer by occupation, a craftsman of the soil, who loved the land he worked upon in his residence in Lockport, New York. Brian’s life was a testament to hard work and dedication, qualities

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Theresa E. Buekers

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Theresa E. Buekers passed away on October 31, 2023 at the Villages of Albion with her daughter at her side. She was born on September 30,1933 to Anthony and Helen (Kozak) Copenhagen in Troy, Michigan. She lived and worked on the family farm along with her siblings Anthony (Mary) Copenhagen and the late Rita and Rose Copenhagen. As a young adult, Theresa worked at Chrysler Tank and Missile to help out the family after the early death of her father. She met, on a blind date, and eventually married her late husband Edward. They lived in their own home in

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Elton Ground, Jr

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It is with a heavy heart that we bid farewell to Elton Ground, Jr. – Hoiy su dah gyh (He’s by the water), better known as “Jr”, who left us on October 24, 2023. Born in Batavia, New York, on September 1, 1960, Elton was a man of many talents and passions. A retired handyman, he was not just a man who worked on homes, he also worked on hearts, leaving a lasting impact on everyone he met. 

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Bata E. Holtz

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Bata E. Holtz passed away peacefully on October 24, 2023. She was born on August 13, 1932, in Buffalo, New York, to the late Irving and Elizabeth (Kennedy) Blair.  Bata’s life was a testament to the beauty of simplicity, a principle she embodied with grace and poise. During her lifetime, Bata was a dedicated housewife whose love and care were the cornerstone of her home. Her life was a living testament to the belief that the most profound impacts are often made behind the scenes, in the quiet, simple acts of love and kindness that shape our everyday lives. She

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Gary Lee Raduns

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Gary Lee Raduns of Route 19, Fillmore and a former resident of Attica went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 in the Houghton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. He was born on May 19, 1944 in Medina, a son of the late Melvin and Esther Witkop Raduns. He married his high school sweetheart Carol Bitterman, who survives, on March 28, 1964.

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