Perkins-Ames Funeral Home

04/04/2026

Mr. Jerry (Gerald) Hey of Gorham, New York, passed away at home on Friday, April 3, 2026, made whole by the Savior he loved.

The funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 11 a.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home, Gorham, New York, immediately followed by interment at Shuman Cemetery and a Celebration of Life at Gorham Fire Department for refreshments.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ontario-Yates Hospice (part of UR Medicine Home Care) P.O. Box 270032, Rochester, NY 14627-0032.

A son of the late Wilbur Hey and Mildred Rogers Hey, Jerry was born April 8, 1942, in Canandaigua, New York, and lived his entire life in towns along the edges of Ontario and Yates Counties. He learned how to work at an early age on his family’s dairy farm, eventually carrying his tremendous work ethic with him to other employers including Hey’s Enterprises and the Town of Potter Highway Department. You would often find him on a mower, at Gorham and Shuman Cemeteries or his own yard, as he valued a well-cut lawn and his shop in good order. Known for visiting others, Jerry maintained relationships with childhood and high school friends, neighbors and co-workers, and fellow church and extended family members. His greatest source of pride and accomplishment was his family who are grateful for his quiet, steady love and provision.

He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Lynette Barnes Hey; his children, Jennifer Nichols (Tom), Daniel Hey (Sandy), Sandra Teague, Roger Hey (Tess), and Ellen McMinn (James); his grandchildren, Graeme and Ty Nichols, Jasmine and Kyle Hey, Kacie Patterson (Travis) and Hayden and Gavin Teague, Kaylee and Devin Hey, and Maya and Gabriella McMinn; sisters Sharon Gage and Lois Barrow (Kagey); and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Jerry was predeceased by his parents and in-laws, Jack and Helen Barnes; brother, Harold Hey, and his wife, Susan; sister Diane Fox and her husband, David; brother-in-law Robert Gage and brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Robert and Barbara Barnes.

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04/04/2026

Gorham/Crystal Beach- Jeffrey L. Miles, age 66, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, April 9, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. A funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. Burial will be in Rose Ridge Cemetery, Naples.

Jeff was born on September 13, 1959, a son of the late Edward and Shirley Gavette Miles. He was a graduate of Marcus Whitman School District. Jeff was employed by Anderson Windows and Doors and most recently at Pactiv Evergreen in Canandaigua. He enjoyed tinkering on projects at home, making his own bullets and always working on his bike.

Jeff is survived by his siblings, Charles, John and Gary Miles, Cindy Sanderson, Brenda Hampton, Joan (Michael Lemke) Mason and Edward Shrum; nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and cousins.

Jeff was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Pamela S. Miles; and brother-in-law, Joseph Hampton.

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03/28/2026

Canandaigua- Lawrence David “Larry” Perkins, age 88, passed away at home on Friday, March 27, 2026.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, April 3, from 3-5 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home, 2583 East Main St., Gorham, NY 14461. A memorial service will follow calling hours at 5 p.m.. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery, South Livonia, NY.

Larry was born on October 8, 1937, a son of the late Burton E. and Mary E. (Holmes) Perkins. He was the Director of Physical Education for over 30 years at the Rochester City School District. Larry and Linda built their own home on Keuka Lake. He loved fishing with his family on Keuka Lake and enjoyed sports. Larry was a very kind man who was loved and respected by his family and colleagues.

Larry is survived by his wife, Linda (Richmond) Perkins; sons, Craig (Tracey) Perkins and Lance Perkins; grandchildren, Lawrence, Natalie, Griffen and Aidan; brother, Kenneth (Robin) Perkins; sister-in-law, Rose Perkins; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Larry was predeceased by his parents and siblings, Marilyn Perkins, Ernest “Ernie” Perkins, Neal Perkins, Lorna (Larry) Eddy, Robert “Bobby” (Dusty) Perkins and Alan Perkins.

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03/28/2026

03/26/2026

Middlesex-Paula C. Rugg, age 62, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

Honoring Paula’s wishes there will be no services.

Paula is survived by her life partner, Ray McLoud, Jr.; children, Nickole (Kurt) Shay, Crystal (Ben) Fleischman, Wesley (Brandi) Fleischman, Brian (Carolyn) Fleischman; step-children, Matthew (Brittan) McLoud, Michael McLoud and Dillon McLoud; she will be missed and remembered by her grandchildren, Ashlee (Cody) Docteur, Brandon (Hailey) Thornton, Jacob Thornton, Miranda Williams, Zackarie Ott, Derek Shay, Aiden Fleischman, Dmitri Fleishman, Zayden McLoud, Laiken McLoud, Rayliegh McLoud, and Able McLoud; she will be extremely missed and never forgotten by her great-grandchildren, Brantley and Dandelyn Docteur, Ethan and Navie Thornton, Alexa and Benjamin Northrop, Kinsley and WrenLee Thornton and Colton and Kaiden Ott.

Paula was predeceased by her parents, Reginald Welsey Rugg, Sr., and Barbara Bablow Lafler; granddaughter, Brandy Lynn; grandson, Tyler; step-son, RJ and her brother, Reginald Wesley Rugg, Jr.

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03/24/2026

Apopka, FL/Stanley, NY- George Paul Marble, age 75, passed away on March 18, 2026.

Calling hours will be held on Saturday, March 28 from 12 noon until 3 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home, 2583 East Main St., Gorham, NY 14461. A celebration of George’s life will be held immediately following calling hours at the Canandaigua Moose Lodge, 305 Ontario St. Ext., Canandaigua, NY 14424.

George was born on November 6, 1950, a son of the late Earl and Viola Marble. He was a graduate of Penn Yan Academy. George was employed at Farnsworth Chevrolet in Canandaigua for over 30 years where he ultimately served as General Manager. He was a family man, enjoying yearly trips to Disney World with his children and grandchildren. George enjoyed fishing, hiking and especially camping.

George is survived by his sons, Gary (Shannon) Marble, Jerry (Betty Jo) Marble and Kenneth (Stephanie) Marble; grandchildren, Colby (Leah) Marble, Allison (Eric) Schanbacher, Connor Marble, Alexis (Ryan Bailey) Marble, Nathan Marble and Emmett Marble; one great-grandchild on the way; step-grandchildren, Ryan Schlenker and Cassie (Nathan) Brillian; step-great-grandchildren, Jamison and Hans Schlenker and Lawton and Dorothy Brillian; his brother, Robert Marble; niece, Tracey Marble as well as many cousins.

George was predeceased by his parents and his wife, Marylou (Campbell) Marble.

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03/20/2026

Rushville- Judy D. Grover, age 75, passed away at Light Hill Hospice House on Thursday, March 19, 2026.

A celebration of Judy’s life will be held in early summer 2026.

Memorial contributions in Judy’s name can be made to Light Hill Hospice House, 5160 Parrish St. Extension, Canandaigua, NY 14424.

Judy was born the youngest of 10 children on May 16, 1950 to the late George and Eva (Griswold) Campbell. She was a graduate of Marcus Whitman School, class of 1968. On June 23, 1968 she married the love of her life and best friend, Douglas A. Grover. Judy was a hands-on mom, involved in all of her children’s activities including Cub Scouts. She loved being with her children and grandchildren. Judy and Doug enjoyed travelling and going to dinner with friends. She had a great sense of humor.

Judy is survived by her husband of nearly 58 years, Douglas Grover, Sr.; children, Douglas (Lori) Grover, Jr. of Florida, Trevor (Carol) Grover of Canandaigua and Shannon (Craig) Hockenberry of South Carolina; grandchildren, Brandon (Beth) Grover, Rhen (Karla) Grover, Felicia (Bobby) Griffin, Caitlyn (Cody) Payton, Zachary Whiteman and Murphy Hockenberry; six great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Dorothy J. Dobbratz; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Judy was predeceased by her parents and her siblings.

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03/20/2026

Gorham, NY / Zephyrhills, FL — With great love and deep sadness, the family of Larry L. Edwards, age 84, announces his passing on Thursday, March 19, 2026.

Born on June 29, 1941, in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, Larry was the son of the late June and Lee Edwards. He graduated from Bloomsburg University and went on to dedicate his career to teaching at Marcus Whitman High School. Larry was a natural mentor—steady, patient, and encouraging—and he touched countless young lives both in the classroom and as the high school bowling coach.

Larry lived a life rooted in connection. He was an active member of the Rushville Lions Club, the Middlesex Conservation Club, and the Elks Club, and he volunteered at events such as the LPGA and the Steam Pageant. Wherever help was needed, Larry showed up—quietly, reliably, and with a full heart.

He cherished simple joys: morning coffee in Rushville with friends, long conversations, and the comfort of familiar faces. He bowled in local leagues and loved heading to Manetti’s afterward with his bowling buddies. He played in a golf league, enjoyed hunting and fishing, and found peace at his cabin in the Pennsylvania mountains—a place where he felt closest to nature and to himself.

Larry also shared a lifelong bond with his brother, Ed. Their relationship was filled with laughter, loyalty, and the kind of easy companionship that only brothers can know. Larry treasured every visit, every story, and every moment spent together, and that love remained a constant source of joy throughout his life.

He had a playful spirit, too. Halloween was his favorite holiday, and he delighted in sharing elaborate electronic decorations that drew children from all over the neighborhood. Seeing their excitement brought him pure joy.

Above all, Larry was a devoted family man. He was a loving husband, a proud father, and a deeply cherished grandfather. His greatest happiness came from the people he loved and the moments he shared with them.

Larry is survived by his wife of 56 years, Kathy; his daughters, Lisa Hebert-Meritt and Carol Lea Payne, both of Roanoke, Virginia; his brother, Ed (Nancy) Edwards of Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania; and his three beloved grandchildren, Sienna Hebert, and Aiden and Colter Meritt, all of Roanoke, Virginia.

Larry never met a stranger, and he never hesitated to lend a hand. His warmth, generosity, and gentle humor will be carried forward by all who were fortunate enough to know him. His legacy is one of kindness—a life lived with an open heart.

A Celebration of Life will be held in the spring of 2026, when family and friends can gather to honor the man who brought so much kindness, humor, and generosity into their lives.

Memorial contributions in Larry’s name may be made to the Rushville Lions Club, P.O. Box 113, Rushville, NY 14544, the Middlesex Conservation Club, P.O. Box 655, Rushville, NY 14544, or St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 135 Hamilton St., Penn Yan, NY 14527—organizations that reflect his lifelong commitment to community and service.

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03/14/2026

Gorham- Louise M. Johnson, age 92, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Gorham Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Gorham Fire Company, 4676 Kearney Rd., Stanley, NY 14561, or to, Stanley Hall Gorham Ambulance, P.O. Box 57, Hall, NY 14463, or to, Gorham Free Library, P.O. Box 211, Gorham, NY 14461.

Louise was born on September 8, 1933, a daughter of the late J. Wesley and Lottie (Bowersox) Clarke. She worked many years in the Gorham Post Office filling mail boxes and then worked in the cafeteria at Marcus Whitman School. Louise enjoyed crocheting, bowling, reading and loved her cats.

Louise is survived by her daughters, Glenda (Jon) Sheehe and Judy (Mark) DeVries; grandchildren, Brandon DeVries, Jason (Indy) Sheehe, Charles Sheehe, David Johnson and Chris Johnson; great-grandchildren, Connor and Abigail Sheehe and Aiden Johnson as well as many nieces and nephews.

Louise was predeceased by her parents; her husband James E. Johnson; son, Marvin W. Johnson; grandson, Patrick Johnson; as well as her siblings.

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03/14/2026

Penn Yan/Benton- Elsie M. Anderson, age 98, passed away in the comfort of her home on Thursday, March 12, 2026.

The family will observe a private funeral service. Burial will be in Benton Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Ontario-Yates Hospice, 756 Pre-Emption Rd., Geneva, NY 14456.

Elsie was born on June 11, 1927, a daughter of the late Christian and Alma (Nelson) Petersen. Elsie spent her life working on the family farm with her husband Carl and was devoted to taking care of her family. She enjoyed working on her flower gardens and birdwatching.

Elsie is survived by her children, Sue (Tim) Fetterman, Kevin (Laura) Anderson and Kelly (Barry) Hurlburt; grandchildren, Chris (Lisa) Anderson, Corey Anderson, Nicholas (Amanda) Hurlburt and Arynn Hurlburt; great-grandchildren, Paislee, Haidyn and Baylor; former daughter-in-law and friend, Lesa Anderson; close friend, Robin.

Elsie was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Carl; and a granddaughter who Elsie spent her life taking care of, Deidra Anderson.

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03/10/2026

Jennifer E. Stalker

Jennifer passed away suddenly March 2nd, 2026. Jennifer spent most of her adult life being a nanny and self-employed in GA. She cherished her dogs.

A funeral service will be held honoring her life at Zion Fellowship Church at 5188 Bristol Road, Canandaigua, New York, on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026, at 2:00 pm. There will be no prior calling hours.

In Lieu of Flowers donations can be made to: Zion Fellowship c/o “Fridays Outreach Ministry” 5188 Bristol Road, Canandaigua, NY 14424.

Jennifer was born May 9th, 1981, in Canandaigua, New York. She grew up in Canandaigua and attended Crosswinds Wesleyan Church as a participant in Trial by Fire (Traveling Music & Drama Group). Jennifer participated in dance, softball, soccer, basketball and attended Lima Christian School. These were considered some of the most precious times growing up. Her life verse is Philippians 4:13 "I can do all this through him who gives me strength". Jennifer especially loved her brother Jason.

Jennifer is survived by her Mother Mary Schwartz, Stepfather Quintin Schwartz, her brother Jason (Jennifer) Stalker, Stepbrothers Quintin Joel (Allie) Schwartz Jr and Jacob (Camille) Schwartz. Grandmother Linda Stalker, Grandmother Rita Casey. She also survived by the following aunts and uncles: Julie (Mike) Paul, Linda & Rich Krom, Debbie & Jim Foley, Dorothy & Chuck Covell, Colleen & Tom Orchanian, Patricia & Gary Brown, Kathy & Tom Oaks, Susan & Tom Schoenthaler, Lisa & Bruce Johnson, Theresa & Bill Wi******er and Mike Casey. Step Aunts and Uncles Yvonne & Leo Campbell, Carlene & Clark Kelsey, Carl & Kerri Schwartz. Nieces & Nephews – Lilyana, Elijah (Eli), Quinn, Ryker, Athena, Maeve, Sawyer, and Cousins – Over 100

Jennifer was Predeceased her Father James Stalker and her grandfathers Lawrence Casey and Richard Stalker.

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