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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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02/24/2026

Penn Yan- Loretta Mae Hobart, age 89, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, March 5 from 3-5 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. A funeral service will follow at 5 p.m. A celebration of Loretta’s Life will follow at the Branchport Fire Department. Burial will be in Nettle Valley Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions in Loretta’s name can be made to the National Humane Society, 40 East Main St. #364-F, Newark, DE 19711.

Loretta was born on November 27, 1936, a daughter of the late Floyd and Bertha (Ergot) Washburn. She spent many years as a waitress and was a former member of the Potter Baptist Church. Loretta enjoyed crocheting and flowers. In her younger years she was a stock car racer in the Powder Puff Derby. Most of all Loretta loved her family and her biggest accomplishments in life were being a wife and mother.

Loretta is survived by her sister, Leona “PeeWee” (late Jim) Bush; grandson, Roy (Tina) Hobart Halstead; great-grandchildren, Brooke and Shawn Hobart Halstead; great-great-grandchildren, Walter, Ivy and Leo; like a daughter, Debbie (Donald) Derleth; many nieces and nephews including two wonderful nephews, Dale Thompson and Don Everson.

Loretta was predeceased by her parents; husband, Walter Ernest Hobart; son, Walter Chester “Sonny” Hobart; grandson, Shawn Patrick Michael Hobart; sister, Waneta Hainsworth-Yaw; and a brother, Floyd Washburn.

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02/10/2026

Stanley- Laura Jane Olsen, age 67, passed away in her home on Sunday, February 8, 2026.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, February 12 from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, February 13 at 11 a.m. at St. Bridget’s Church, 15 Church St., Bloomfield, NY 14469.

Memorial contributions can be made to Ontario-Yates Hospice, 756 Pre-Emption Rd., Geneva, NY 14456, or to, Middlesex Volunteer Ambulance Corp., 817 St. Rt. 245, Middlesex, NY 14507.

Laura was born on July 20, 1958, a daughter of the late Hugh, Sr. and Betty (Howes) Rayburn. She was a graduate of Bloomfield Central School. Laura spent many years working as a Dental Assistant, she was a CNA and a homecare aide. Laura was a compassionate person, always taking care of others; she spent many years volunteering as an EMT with Middlesex Ambulance. She enjoyed fishing, camping, being outdoors and loved to garden. Laura was an excellent baker. She loved animals especially her dogs.

Above all else, Laura was a mom. She loved her children with all her heart and lived to take care of them.

Laura is survived by her husband of 48 years, Walter Olsen; daughters, Brandi (Alan) McNiff, Staci Olsen and Kristi (Nicholas) Morabito; grandchildren, Liam McNiff and Zoey and Evelyn Morabito; grandpup, Hadley; siblings, Hugh (Pamela) Rayburn, Jr., Deborah (Jeffrey) Stonewell, David (Wendy) Rayburn and Kathleen (late Gary) Hudson; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Laura was predeceased by her parents; and brother, Thomas Rayburn.

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02/08/2026

Hall- Betty A. (Gaylor) Kinney, age 89, passed away February 6, 2026.

Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 10 from 3-6 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. A celebration of Betty’s Life will be held immediately following calling hours from 6-9 p.m. at the Hall Fire Department. Burial will be in Little Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Ontario-Yates Hospice (part of UR Medicine Home Care) online or to 756 Pre-Emption Rd. Geneva, NY 14456; and Hall Fire Company, P.O. Box 83, Hall, NY 14463.

Betty was born May 4, 1936, the daughter of Marion and Earl Gaylor of Wayne, New York. On September 11, 1954, she married LaVerne Kinney.
She worked many years as Bookkeeper at Waldo’s and 13 years at Seedway in Hall, New York. She sold Avon for many years while raising 4 children. During dad’s employment at Seedway, they enjoyed many company sponsored trips. They also spent many years at their cottage on Waneta Lake with friends and family.

She is survived by her children Karen (Alan) Jensen; Donnie (Kristina) Kinney and Patricia Pierson.

She is survived by grandchildren Matthew (Melinda) Jensen; Laura (Julia) Kinney; Sarah (Andy) Mussack; Edward (Tanya) Kinney; Emma (Heath) Lincoln; and Gregory (Sara) Pierson.

She is survived by great grandchildren Alana & Everett Jensen; Anna Beth & Owen Mussack; Lily & Maxwell Lincoln and Aidan & Miles Pierson.
Both Betty and LaVerne will be missed very much by family and friends. We will all miss the huge family gatherings that were always hosted by Betty and LaVerne.

She is survived by sister Avis Litteer and sister-in-law Sandra Gaylor and many nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by husband LaVerne (2021), son James Kinney (2019); son-in-law Martin Pierson; brothers George, Robert and Charles; Brother-in-law Robert Litteer; sisters Barbara Bailey, Lois Santos and Shirley Day.

Thank you to Rochester Regional Home Care and UR Medicine Home Care for providing the family the opportunity to bring Betty home and to her caregivers Julia, Laura and Patty.

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01/29/2026

Stanley- Robert Joseph Feltz, age 82, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at F.F. Thompson Hospital.

Honoring Bob’s wishes there will be no services at this time.

Bob was born on May 19, 1943, a son of the late William and Mabel McEwan Feltz. He was a generous man who always had a soft heart for someone in need. Bob was honest to a fault, even in his business practices. He enjoyed woodworking especially wood carving; Bob even designed and built his own log cabin.

Bob was co-owner of Feltz’s Sales and Service in Stanley for many years. He loved to travel to pick up cars for their salvage yard. In his younger years he was a journeyman meat cutter for Loblaws.

Bob is survived by his daughter, Sheri Conrad; grandchildren, Brett (Shay) Arden, Kori Arden, Arik (Christal) Arden and Jaden (Sara Wells) Arden; great-grandchildren, Bella Rose and Kayden; siblings, Alice DeMay, Dorothy Hudson, Louis Feltz and Melynda Alcock; as well as many nieces and nephews including Mylinda Morris who was always there for Bob.

Bob was predeceased by his parents; his wife, Rose; son, Louis “Lukie” Feltz; grandson, Robert Arden; siblings, Mary Leahey, Teresa Housel, Jeanette Jesse, Evelyn Nudd and Carolyn Lee; and a son-in-law, Bill Conrad.

Please visit www.perkinsamesfuneralhome.com to send a message of condolence to Bob’s Family.

01/27/2026

Gorham- James Michael Gage, known to many as “Jimmy”, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026 at the age of 62.

Callings hours will be Saturday, January 31 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. A funeral service will follow at 1 p.m., Bishop, Dr. Russ Willemsen, lead pastor of the Flint Creek Church of God will officiate. Burial will be in Gorham Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Stanley-Hall-Gorham Ambulance, P.O. Box 57, Hall, NY 14463.

Jimmy was born on February 27, 1963 in Sodus, NY to the late Bradley and Rose Simpson Gage. For more than 20 years, Jimmy worked as a roofer at Proctor Enterprises where he earned the respect of everyone who worked alongside him. In all those years, not a single complaint could be said about Jimmy’s character. He showed up, worked hard and treated people right. His presence in the shop will be deeply missed, as it simply won’t be the same without him.

Jimmy was an avid sports fan, proudly cheering on the Buffalo Bills and the Detroit Tigers. He also never shied away from a friendly gamble, especially when it came to horse racing. Jimmy was known for his familiar says like “BeeBop” and “You Betchya”. He had a way of leaving a lasting impression on everyone he met.

Jimmy is survived by his siblings, Harold Gage, Debbie Capone, Dennis (Donna) Gage, Sharon (Keith) Martin, Karen Schenk, Dawn Lippincott, Hope Gage and William (Charity) Chrysler.

Jimmy was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Jon and Richard Gage and his sister, Robin Gage.

He will be terribly missed by his family, friends and coworkers, but his memory, humor and work ethic will never be forgotten.

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01/27/2026

Rushville-Francis L. “Frank” Williams, age 71, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, January 30 from 4-6 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. A private burial will take place in the spring in Rushville Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Frank’s name can be made to the Happy Hearts Workshop, 2751 State Route 364, Penn Yan, NY 14527.

Frank was born in Geneva General Hospital on January 15, 1955 to the late Nelson and Lily Williams. He was a graduate of Marcus Whitman School District, Class of 1974. Frank worked area job’s for several years before moving to South Carolina and worked there until his health declined. When Frank moved back to the Rushville area he helped with Little League and later Coached. Most recently he spent a lot of time driving for the Mennonite community.

Frank is survived by his sisters, Anna Simmons, Lucy (Donald) Case, Mary (Jerry) Lazarus, Elise Hood; niece, Amber (Scott) Mack as well as several other nieces and nephews.

Frank was predeceased by his parents; brother, Leland Knuppenburg; brothers-in-law, Wilson Simmons and Bill Hood; and half sister, Nancy Pollot.

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