All Obituaries

Lynn R, Watts, 67, of Lyndonville NY, passed away on Monday, March 23, 202 at the Eastern Niagara Hospital, after a long illness. Born on April 3, 1952 in Buffalo NY, he was the son of the late Robert and Crystal (Bayne) Watts. Lynn graduated from Lyndonville High School and was employed for 30 years at Eastman Kodak of Rochester. Lynn loved everything having to do with the outdoors, hunting, fishing and road trips to find antiques. Lynn is survived by his two children, Michele (Eric)...

Steven T. Sills, 50, was suddenly called to be with the Lord on Monday, March 23, 2020. He was born in Albion, NY to William and Brenda (Horth) Sills and has lived in this area most of his life. He attended Lyndonville School and graduated in 1987. After high school, Steven enlisted in the U.S ARMY, 82nd Airborne Division where he served in Iraq during Desert Storm. During his service he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal with Bronze Service Star,...

Carolyn L. Boyle, 89, of Medina NY, passed away peacefully with her loving family at her side on Sunday, March 8, 2020 at the Villages of Orleans, Albion NY. Born on January 22, 1931 in Medina NY, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Mae (Simonson) Boyle. Carolyn attended Medina High School and worked various jobs throughout her life. She worked at both the Endicott Shoe and Baughn’s Shoe Store in Medina, in the administrative office at the Medina Hospital and lastly as a...

Audrey A. Stork, 90, of Medina NY, entered into rest on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at Medina Memorial Hospital North Wing. Born on April 3, 1929 in Middleport NY, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Leona (Briggs) McGrath. Audrey grew up in Medina and attended Medina High School. On January 7, 1949 she married the Late Joseph Stork and together they raised a son. She worked various jobs, including Arlene Crafts, J.C. Penny Co. and Canal Country Artisans. Audrey enjoyed making crafts...

Eugene R. “Gene” Schwarzott Jr. of Medina NY passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at Buffalo General Hospital, after a short illness. Born on May 19, 1950 in Medina NY, he was the son of the late Eugene R. and Delores (Livingston) Schwarzott Sr. Gene worked for three years with the Ogan Kidney Saw Mill while he attended and graduated from Lyndonville High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1970 during the Vietnam War, serving on the USS CORAL SEA as a Fuelman. Upon...

Terry R. Ingraham, 83, of Middleport NY, entered into rest on Sunday, March 15, 2020 at his home with his loving family at his side. Born on October 17, 1936 in Lockport NY, he was the son of the late Russell and Ruth (Turrell) Ingraham. After graduation, Terry enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps, during the Korean Conflict. Upon returning home, he was employed with Harrison Radiator for 44 years and retired in 1998. He was a member of the Junior Wilson Sportsman Club, Butts-Clark Post #204...

John R. “J. R.” Bale, 68 of Medina NY, passed away on Sunday March 15, 2020 at his home. Born on December 12, 1951 in Medina NY, he was the son of the late Raymond J. and Beatrice L. (Reigle) Bale. John was a model train enthusiast and worked on many layouts, including working with his close friend Marty Phelps at the Medina Railroad Museum. He was a former Lions Club member for both the Medina and Coatesville PA Chapter. John is survived by his two children, Amy (Benjamin)...

Shuanna Lynn (Rhim) Thomas, 26 of Medina NY, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2020 at her home. Born on May 17, 1993 in Medina NY, she was the daughter of Nichole McQueen and Peter Rhim. Shuanna graduated from Medina High School in 2011 and was currently employed with the M&T Bank in Getzville. She had a passion for music and enjoyed going to many concerts.  Shuanna spent most of her time loving and caring for her furry companion, Louie. Shuanna was a shining light for her...

Nicholas “Nick” Kersch, 81, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Uncle of Lyndonville, NY passed away on Monday, February 24, 2020 at the United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia following a short illness. Nick grew up in Wyoming County and worked many long hours as a manager for McCormick Potato Farms. He met and married his wife of 56 years, Mary Louise “Dolly” Songer and she was the love of his life. In the mid-1960’s, they moved to Orleans County where...

Alice Kennedy, 84, of Lyndonville NY, died Saturday, February 15, 2020 at Strong Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. Born on July 6, 1935 in Louisville, Alabama, she was the daughter of the late Davis and Leovia (Kelly) Redding. Alice was the fourth child of ten children. She moved to Lyndonville in 1957 with her late husband Charlie. Alice was a dedicated housewife, mother, grandmother and was the family’s matriarch. Alice was an excellent cook and was well known for her...