Obituaries

Donald Blosenhauer, age 69, passed away June 25th, 2024. He was born May 29th, 1955, in Albion to the late Joseph and Leona (Salisbury) Blosenhauer. Donald enjoyed camping with his wife, spending time with family and friends, and working with his hands — fixing, creating, building, and welding. He volunteered with the FHM Fire Company and was recently recognized for serving 50 years as of 2023. Don was a long-standing member of the Sons of the American Legion. He had the gift of gab, especially at parties, and was good at playing euchre. Don was a fan of motorcycles, the Buffalo Bills, and a good DIY project. He was also a big fan of his wife through all the ups and downs of marriage. He was kind, giving, and often the peacekeeper for the family. Don showed up to sports games and dance recitals alike and always said yes to spoiling his grandchildren with his attention, love, and an abundance of ice cream. Much of his practical knowledge, fix-it-yourself attitude, and tinkering spirit will live on in his sons. He will be missed not because he was perfect, but because he was a good man.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother David. Donald is survived by his wife of 45 years, Mary, children D.J. (Chrissy), Adam, Michael (Amy) and Penny (Gabby), siblings, John (Jeannine), Gary (Sandy), Joseph (Barbara), Butch (Chris), grandchildren Alexis, Morgan, John, Amaya, Kairi, Jasmine, Autumn, Rayne. Donald’s family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home 16650 State Route 31 Holley, NY 14470 on Tuesday, July 2nd 2024 from 4:00-7:00pm where a Fireman’s Prayer Service will follow at 7:00pm. Memorial contributions in Donald’s name may be made to the Fancher Hulberton Murray Fire Co., should be 3353 Hulberton Rd. Holley NY 14470. To share a special memory of Don, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

At  99 years of age, Fern L. (Burch) Corrieri passed away at Unity Hospital on June 4, 2024.  She was born January 30, 1925, in Lyndonville, NY.  She was the daughter of Bruce and Margaret (Sholes) Burch.  She was a graduate of L.A. Webber High School in 1942. She married James C. Corrieri on September 29, 1945, at St. John’s Roman Catholic Church in Lockport, NY.  In 1962, Fern and her husband Jim opened Norge Village Laundry and Dry Cleaning.  In 1986, she retired from Harrison Radiator in Lockport.  She loved flowers and gardening, bird watching, trips with her husband to Las Vegas and flower shows in Toronto with her daughter Gina. She is survived by her daughter Gina (Charles) Martillotta, and close friends Antoinette Gugliuzzo and family.  She was a member of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Brockport.  Fern was kind, loving and devoted to her family.  She will be deeply missed. Fern requested no calling hours.  Graveside services will be held privately.  Those wishing may contribute to Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Brockport. Arrangements entrusted to Fowler Funeral Home Inc.

Daniel Edward Gleason, 69 of Mt. Pleasant, NC, went to be with our Lord in the early morning of Nov.12, 2023, after a long illness. Born on July 13, 1954, in Baltimore, Maryland to Thomas J Gleason, Jr and Veleta (Transue) Gleason, he leaves behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, unwavering devotion to his Lord and immense love for his family. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Laurie, of Mt. Pleasant, NC, and his daughters, Kimberly Gleason of Tonawanda, NY and Danielle (Timothy) Labinski of Albemarle, NC, along with special family friend Beth (Kevin) Mitchell and her 3 children: Bailee, Brian and William of Lockport, NY. He is also survived by sisters Sue (Dan) Golding of Florida and Veleta (Rick) Muhs of New York and brother Ralph Gleason of New York. He is predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Veleta, along with brothers Thomas Gleason III and Russell Gleason. Daniel was Owner of Dan’s Drafting & Designs, active on County & Village Planning boards while he lived in Albion, NY. He was into building along with repairing computers. He was a member of the Albion Fire Department (where he wore many hats). Not one to stay still after retiring to North Carolina, he answered his calling and went to seminary. Daniel you will be deeply missed but your legacy will forever be a guiding light in our lives. May you rest in eternal peace. A memorial service was held 11 a.m. Tue., Nov. 14, at Mount Herman Lutheran Church in Concord, N.C. in lieu of flowers, the family asked for donations to either Mount Herman Lutheran Church, 3600 Highway 601 S, Concord, NC 28025 or Tucker House (Hospice & Palliative Care of Cabarrus County), 5003 Hospice Lane, Kannapolis, NC 28081. A celebration of life will be held in Albion, New York on July 13, 2024, in Bullard Park, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Shirlon G. Harris, went Home to be with her Lord on June 18, 2024 at Strong Memorial Hospital. She was born October 14, 1951 in Florida to the late Charles and Henri Mae (Jones) Harris. Shirlon worked many jobs in her life and most recently helped working with J&S Construction, something she really enjoyed. She also loved tending to her flowers around the house. Shirlon is survived by her loving partner of 10 years, John Sample, as well as several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Shirlon’s family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home on Thursday June 27th from 5:00-6:00pm where a very brief service will be held at 6:00pm. Interment will be held Friday at Mt. Albion Cemetery at 10:00am.

Margaret (Hart) (VanderVen) Morse, passed away June 21, 2024 following a brief illness and surrounded by her family.  She was born Oct. 1, 1941 in North Chili and drove school bus for over 32 years for the Holley Central School System.  Margaret also worked at Wohler, DePhillips and Wegman’s grocery stores for several years.  She was a member of St. Mary’s RC Church in Holley for over 60 year and a member of the Clarendon Fire Company for over 17 years.  Mrs. Morse was predeceased by her parents: Bob and Loretta Hart, a sister: Bobbi Statt, her husband LeRoy Morse, a grandson in law: Zachery Pogel and a great grandson: Declan Watt. She is survived by her children: Robert (Barbara) VanderVen, Mary (Todd) Knight, John (Michelle) VanderVen, James (Laura) VanderVen, her sister: Helen (Jerome) Bischoping, her brother in law: Joe Statt, 30 grandchildren, 37 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and wonderful friends. There will be no calling hours.  Family and friends are invited to attend Margaret’s Memorial Mass in St. Mary’s RC Church-Holley, (note the date) Fri,  July 5, 2024 beginning at 1 pm.  A celebration of her life will immediately follow her Mass and will be held at the Clarendon Firehall.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Clarendon Fire Company, P.O. Box P.O. Box 136, Clarendon, NY, 14429.  Margaret’s arrangements have been entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Holley. To share a special memory of Margaret, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com

Daniel Scott Ryan, age 39, of Albion NY, entered into rest on Sun., June 23rd, 2024.  Born October 1st, 1984, in Brockport, Dan is the son of Scott and Eileen (Thompson) Ryan and grandson of the late Russell Ryan & Harold Thompson. Dan graduated from Albion High School in 2002. Dan was an avid drummer and loved playing in bands as well as in his parents’ home.  He enjoyed fishing, camping and spending time with his family. Surviving Dan are his children: Nadalee and Tyler Ryan, parents: Scott and Eileen (Thompson) Ryan, siblings: James & Corinne Ryan, Robert & Victoria Ryan and Pamela Ryan Kennedy, nieces & nephews: Loreli, Evalyn & Charlotte Ryan, Aubrey & Ayden Kennedy, Robert Jayce“RJ” Ryan, godson: Evan May, grandparents: Mary (Ricotta) Ryan, Eleanor (Steier) Thompson, Barb (Brownell) Thompson. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins. Family and Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life ceremony at Ridgeway Volunteer Fire Company, 11392 Ridge Road, Medina, NY 14103 on Sat. June 29th at 2pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the family to help with expenses are welcomed. Daniel’s arrangements have been entrusted to Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Albion. To share a special memory of Dan, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com

Margaret A. Shultz, age 66, went to be with her Lord, June 24, 2024, at Buffalo General Hospital. Margaret was born Feb. 5, 1958, in Medina, NY, a daughter of the late John and Cynthia (Etzold) Reigle. Margaret was a nurse for many years, always caring for others. She loved watching and feeding the birds in her yard. She had a great sense of humor and enjoyed gardening, reading, sewing, camping, fishing and spending time with her family. She was an avid Buffalo Bills fan. She was predeceased by her brothers Richard Reigle, Lester Reigle, Charles Reigle; sisters Marilyn Duffield, Joyce Reeson and Eileen Reigle. She is survived by her loving husband of 23 years, James; children Tracy (James) Pohl, Sherman (Jessica Verdesia) Smith, Tamara (Brandon Kotler) Roberts, Jessica (William Waild) Smith, stepdaughters Victoria Mortenson and Annette (Eric) Tamul; brother Gordon (Margaret) Reigle; sisters Patricia (Gerald) Myers and Alta Hillman. Several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins. There will be Celebration of Margaret’s life at the East Shelby Community Bible Church 5278 E. Shelby Rd. Medina, NY 14103 on Sat. July 6, at 10am. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Margaret’s arrangements have been entrusted to Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Albion. To share a special memory of Margaret, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com

Margaret B. “Marg” Skellen, age 93, passed away June 22, 2024 after a brief illness surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 11, 1930 in Kendall to the late Menzo and Mae Butler and was a lifelong resident of the area. She married her high school sweetheart, William Skellen in 1949 and they farmed together for the next 63 years while raising their five children. Margaret loved sewing, garage sales, baking, crafts, gardening and playing cards with her family. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband William in 2013, siblings Harry Butler and Gloria Prest. Margaret is survived by her children, Mary (Ray) Lord of FL, Marcia Dunn of Albion, Bill (Libby Hall) Skellen of Holley, Tina Skellen of Kent, Betty (Eric) Weatherbee of Clarendon; grandchildren, Amber (Abe Gonzales) Dunn of Albion, Tracy Lord & Laura (Jonathan) Lord-Blackwell of FL, Megan Weatherbee of Holley, Travis Weatherbee of Auburn, three great grandchildren, Dylan, Cody and Charlie, two step grandchildren, Mike & Jen; three step great grandchildren, Cameron, Mackenzie, & Harrison. There will be no calling hours as per Margaret’s wishes. A graveside service for both Will and Marg will be held in Greenwood Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in Margaret’s name may be made to Mercy Flight. Margaret’s arrangements have been entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Holley, NY. To share a special memory of Margaret, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

James H. “Jimbo” Smith Jr. 72, of Medina, NY, entered into rest on Thu., June 20, 2024 at Erie County Medical Center, Buffalo, NY. Born on Sept. 19, 1951 in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late James H. and Ernestine (Cook) Smith Sr. James was one of thirteen kids and two brothers and one sister who preceded his death Jules Smith, Juan Smith, Denine Smith and two stepsons Vincent Montague and Anselmo Montague. James was educated in the Brooklyn, New York City Public School system. James spent his entire career as truck driver. James relocated to Medina, NY over 20 years ago with his lifelong companion Jacqueline Griffith and enjoyed the life of being retired and relaxing. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, a ‘cold one’ with his family and a good Buffalo Bills game. He was very family orientated and enjoyed talking on the phone with his siblings. How one could only wish to live a life full of joy and love. James leave to cherish his memories, his two children Theresa Smith, James Smith III and two stepdaughters Lisa Brown and Jovana Jimenez. Fourteen grandchildren Desiree, Anastasia, James, Travis, Christina, Johnathon, Tamika, Tiana, Bianca, Toni, Jasmen, Jacqueline, Spencer, Vincent, Sayyiah, Zach, and Anselmo. One great grandchild Christopher and nine siblings Deborah Smith, Donna Johnson, Jerond Smith, Daria Smith, Joel Smith, Jonathan Smith, Terryl Smith (Tracey) and Kimley Smith, one Uncle Leon Turner, along with a host of nieces, nephews, greats and great greats, cousins, close relatives, and special friends. Relatives may call on Tue., July 2, 2024, from 11a - 1p at the Bogan & Tuttle Funeral Home, 226 Pearl St. Medina, NY 14103, where a funeral service will be held at 1p with the Rev. Lambert Duncan officiating. Burial will be in the Boxwood Cemetery, Medina, NY. Please light a candle or share a memory of James at www.bogantuttlefunerals.com We will miss you “Jimbo”. You will always be in our hearts…

RoseMarie Lorraine Helmbold Smith, wife of the late Robert J. Smith, passed peacefully on June 23, 2024 at age 90. Daughter of the late Clara and Louis Helmbold, she was a lifelong resident of Kendall, NY before moving to Westminster Manor senior living facility in Auburn, NY. She is survived by Ronald (Claudia) Smith, Steven (Kathleen) Smith, Gary (Terri Fanton) Smith and Susan (Jeffrey) Velte as well as several grandchildren, great grandchildren and nephews. RoseMarie worked for many years as secretary to the elementary principal at Kendall Central Schools. She was a lifelong member of the Kendall United Methodist Church, enjoyed camping with her husband RJ and spending time with her family. The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff of Westminster Manor for their kindness and loving care. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Westminster Manor (81 South St., Auburn, NY 13021) or the Kendall United Methodist Church. The family will celebrate a private burial. RoseMarie’s arrangements have been entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Holley, NY. To share a special memory of RoseMarie, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Mabel E. Tiberio passed away peacefully June 20, 2024. Mabel was born in Brockport, NY a daughter of the late Benjamin and Louise (Storelli) Scofield. She was predeceased by her husband Dominic “Zugo” Tiberio; children Janet Levey, Dennis “Butch” Tiberio and Mark Tiberio. Survived by her loving children Kristi Lynn Tiberio, Donald (Moudka) Tiberio, Shelia (Wayne) Shults-Fox, Toni (Mike) Barber; grandchildren Dominic, Gina, Leslie, Michael, Jenna, Brett, Michelle, Lisa, Tammy, Ethan, Evan, Caleb, Cody, David, Ashey; daughters-in-law Cheryll (Mark) of FL., Cheryl (Butch) of GA; several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. No prior calling hours. Mabel’s graveside service was held on Tue., June 25, at 9amat Hillside Cemetery in Holley. Mable’s arrangements have been entrusted to Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home, 16650 State Route 31, Holley. To share a special memory of Mabel, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com

Shirley Ann Turner, of Syracuse, formerly of Albion passed away June 24, 2024 at the age of 74. She was born April 16, 1950 in Fort Valley, GA to the late Hazel Turner and L.M. Spivey. Shirley initially started her work career in the airline industry but later switched careers to working in healthcare. Shirley worked as an LPN for many years at the Village of Orleans before she retired in 2015. Shirley enjoyed her retirement by traveling with her daughter, Jessica, scrapbooking and spending time with her family. Shirley is survived by her two children, Jonathan (Kimberly) James, Jessica James, and her two beloved grandchildren, MacKenzie, and Madelyn. Shirley’s family meant everything to her and she was very proud of them and all their accomplishments. Shirley leaves us with her legacy of strength, courage, love and beautiful memories. Shirley’s family received friends and loved ones at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home 21 West Ave. Albion, NY 14411 on Mon., July 1st from 11a-12p. Her funeral service followed at 12pm with interment to follow at Mt. Albion Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Shirley’s name may be made to American Diabetes Association or National Kidney Foundation. To share a special memory of Shirley, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.