All Obituaries

Sandra Lucille Peebles passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on August 6, 2020. She was born in Buffalo, NY on March 4, 1936 to the late William and Elizabeth (Roloff) Clifford. Sandy graduated from Kensington High School and worked as a Data Entry Operator for M&T Bank. Her children and grandchildren meant the world to her. Beloved wife of Floyd Peebles; loving mother of Richard (Sharon) Franclemont, Janice Wasinger, Gerald (Kathy) Franclemont, William (Karen Mack)...

Paul Lawrinowicz, passed away on July 25, 2020. He was born in Germany on April 14,1948 to the late Maria Lawrinowicz. He was a 1966 graduate of Alexander High School and then served his country in the United States Army. Paul worked for many years as a foreman for Lewis Tree Service. He was a huge Miami Dolphins fan. He was fascinated with wolves and loved watching old western television shows and movies. Beloved husband of Hanna Lawrinowicz; loving father of Michael (Davina) Lawrinowicz...

Thomas Kelkenberg “TK” passed away on July 20, 2020. He was born in Medina, New York on April 13, 1957 to the late Ernest and Marilyn Kelkenberg. He attended school in Royalton Hartland School and then went on to become a stone mason/carpenter. His talent took him around the country for his chosen craft. Until recently, he worked for Whiting Rollup Door. TK had a gift; mechanical solutions came naturally to him. Thomas loved the game of billiards and was an active member of...

Bonnita (Schultz) Rice, lost her battle with cancer at the age of 83, on July 11, 2020. She was born in Akron, New York on October 9, 1936 to the late Henry and Gladys (McGinley) Schultz. Bonnita was a 1955 graduate of Akron Central High School. She married her husband Darwin in September of 1955. Bonnita worked at Perry’s Ice Cream for many years as a freezer operator. She and Darwin loved taking long walks together. Survived by husband, Darwin Rice, married for 64 years; sister,...

Steven Carl Richardson, went home to be with his Lord peacefully on July 8, 2020.  He was born in Batavia, New York on May 24, 1982 to Thomas and Diane (Fisher) Richardson. He graduated from Christian Central Academy in 2000 and excelled in machine tool at BOCES. After graduation he started a tool & die maker apprenticeship at Palma. Steve worked five different places over the next nine years as a machinist. Steve also found time to work part-time as a farm hand. In 2005...

Neville Hanover Spring, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2020. He was born in Buffalo on February 19, 1940 to the late Hanover and May Ruth (Griffin) Spring. He attended Akron Central School and went on to serve honorably in the United States Army. Neville is a proud member of the Beaver Clan. He was an entrepreneur who started the Rez Smoke Shop. He loved to travel, but most of all he loved watching his family grow and excel. He is survived by his loving wife, Juanita (Logan) Spring;...

Joshua P. Alexander, passed away suddenly on July 4, 2020. He was born in Amherst, NY on August 9, 1984 to Joey and Sara (Weber) Alexander. Joshua was a 2002 graduate of Akron Central High School where he worked for many years as a child nutritionist. He had a passion for music and loved playing as well as listening to it. He was also a huge sports fanatic that loved all sports, especially the Bills. Joshua is survived by his loving parents, Joey and Sara Alexander; his beloved brother...

Kathryn A. Wrobel, passed away on July 3, 2020. She was born in Buffalo, New York on April 15, 1946 to the late Edward and Alice (Sczepaniak) Pelka. Kathryn married John Wrobel in 1964 and they had two children together. Kathryn found great joy in cooking and taking care of her family. She was an avid animal lover and a long time member of the National Wildlife Federation. She is survived by her two loving children; Anthony J. Wrobel and Donna (James) DiRienzo; five beloved grandchildren...

Kervin Jonathan, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2020. He was born on July 28, 1933 to the late Ernest and Matilda (Sundown) Jonathan. Kervin is a proud member and Sachem Chief of the Turtle Clan. He attended Akron Central School and went on to serve honorably in the United States Navy during the Korean War.  He enjoyed lacrosse and cars and was an auto mechanic most of his working life. Kervin also worked at Stylecraft Homes for many years. His beloved children,...

Josephine M. Brinck known as “Josie” to family and friends, entered into rest peacefully on July 2, 2020. She was the youngest daughter of Italian immigrants Benedetto and Angeline (Pillittire) Gardo. After losing her husband suddenly in 1966 she raised her two daughters. Josie enjoyed traveling, gardening, socializing at large family gatherings and was a voracious reader.  She was smart and very witty, often called “the hip aunt”. She leaves behind two...