Westside News

BROCKPORT/CANANDAIGUA: Booth, Richard L., age 91, passed away peacefully at home, on Monday, April 20, 2026. He is survived by four children, Richard (Roxanne) Booth Jr., of Charlottesville, VA, Karen (Rusty) Skinner of Fuquay-Varina, NC, Sarah (Benton) Hart of Brockport and Marsha Booth of Brockport; his grandchildren, whom he adored, Richard “JT” (Chisa) Booth of Tokyo, Japan, Morgan and Rachel “Kellie” Booth of Charlottesville, VA, Jasmine Hart of Paris, France, Madeleine Hart of Brockport and Vander Hart of Albany; and brother, Douglas (Brenda) Booth of Sun City, Florida.

In 1994, Richard returned to NY and lived in Bristol Harbor Village for 17 years. He served on the BHVA board for 6 years (2 as president) and was Commodore of Bristol Cliffs Yacht Club. He worked as a real estate broker for 20+ years, eventually retiring from Mitchell-Pierson Realtors. In 2011, Richard moved to The Canandaigua Villas and lived most of his last years on Cheshire Glen Road.

Throughout his life, Richard found opportunities to serve his communities through board positions, fundraising committees, and volunteer work, and received numerous awards and recognition for his efforts. He particularly enjoyed his work and friendships developed with the First Baptist Church of Brockport, Bristol Valley Theatre, Sweden Clarkson Recreation Foundation, and Bristol Harbour Village Association.

Richard was an outstanding athlete at Brockport High School, lettering in four sports: football, basketball, baseball, and track. As a young adult, he used his love for sports to create opportunities for others. Richard was the founder of Pop Warner Football in Brockport; he brought T-Ball to the community and was a coach at several levels of baseball for over 10 years. Later, he enjoyed watching and encouraging his grandchildren as they learned to enjoy a wide range of sports. Richard loved college athletics and especially rooted for Cornell, Syracuse, and UVA. He was a Dodger fan his whole life and a Cowboys fan who saw them win the 1971 Super Bowl, in person. Most recently, he became a Bills Mafia member and found much joy watching the Bills play with friends at the Community Center in the Villas.

Richard loved to travel for work and for pleasure. He traveled to most of the fifty states, Canada, nine European countries, six Asian countries, many of the Caribbean islands and Mexico. He was a certified SCUBA diver and a licensed Instrument Rated Private Pilot and once flew his family across the country. There are many tales of adventure in his Piper Cherokee Six.

Richard was an enthusiastic reader and kept a detailed log of the nearly 2,000 books that he completed. He particularly enjoyed discussing books on a wide range of topics with family and friends. When his oldest grandson was reading the Harry Potter series, Richard made sure to read them too so that they could discuss plots and characters in detail!

In 1996, Richard met and began a special 30-year relationship with Renata Reber of Canandaigua. They shared many travels and family celebrations together, and her family became his family too. Her sons, Douglas (Karen), Derek, and Stuart (Seana); and her grandchildren, Sydney, Reilly, and Henry, brought great love and joy to his later years. Sydney and Ryan’s son, Patrick, was welcomed as his first great-grandson two years ago.

His memorial service will be held Saturday, May 2, at 2 pm, at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 183 N. Main St., Canandaigua, with light refreshments in the lobby after the service. Interment will be in Garland Cemetery, Brockport.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bristol Valley Theatre, 151 S. Main St., Naples, NY 14512, or Light Hill (comfort care home), 5160 Parrish St. Ext., Canandaigua, NY 14424. Arrangements are by Johnson-Kennedy Funeral Home, Inc., Canandaigua.  Condolences may be offered at www.johnsonkenndy.com.

BROCKPORT: Zorn, Bonnie Jean (Bird), age 80, died April 9, 2026. Bonnie was born February 18, 1946, to Gerald and Lillian (Cutton) Bird. She was predeceased by her parents; her loving husband of 53 years, David; and son, Gregory G. Zorn. Bonnie is survived by two sisters, Carol (Al) Sealy and Sherri (Larry) Siegfried; great aunt, Jane Cutton; daughter, Robin (Scott) Waller; two stepsons, David Zorn Jr. and Tim Zorn; grandchildren, David Bielewicz (Jackie Baker), Michael Waller, and Scottie Waller; two great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She had a great sense of humor. Bonnie had a creative spirit and was an ideal companion. She excelled in many crafts such as needlepoint, crochet, painting, and diamond art. She was always ready to play, whether golf, bowling, Euchre, or Gin 13. She was a beloved server and bartender alongside her daughter and frequent partner-in-crime, Robin, for many years at The Ale House in Brockport. “Grandma,” a proud role she held dear to heart, also became the name by which most folks at the Ale House knew her.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 2, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Fowler Funeral Home Inc., 340 West Avenue, Brockport. Following the visitation, there will be a Celebration of Life gathering at the Brockport Veterans Club, 222 West Avenue, Brockport, at 6 p.m. Interment will be at Lakeview Cemetery.

CHURCHVILLE: Baker, Richard D., age 80, died April 9, 2026. Richard was predeceased by parents, Arnold and MaryAnn Baker (Pimm); wife, Diane (Perrin) Baker (2013); and brothers, Arnold Baker and Stephen Baker. He is survived by his children, Matthew (Daisy) Baker and Jenny (Eric) Valentine; grandchildren, Jade, Josie, Robin, and Ethan; and sisters, Audrey (Clyde) Embling and Mae (Larry) Wheeler. He earned a bachelor’s degree from SUNY Brockport and worked as a nursing home administrator for the Hurlbut Care Communities for his entire adult career. He was a shining example of a hard worker and gained the respect of many others in the healthcare community who worked for or with him. Richard’s move to a skilled nursing facility in Syracuse at the end of 2024 allowed him more chances to spend time with his children and grandchildren, which was a joy for everyone involved. Richard will be remembered for his humor, his love of family, his work ethic, and his independence.

Visitation will be held at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, 21 South Main Street, Churchville, on Saturday, May 9, from 12 to 2 p.m. with a Memorial Service at 2 p.m. A Graveside Service to follow at Riga Cemetery, Route 33A & Route 36, Churchville, for both Richard and Diane. Donations in his memory can be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation, 1359 Broadway Street, Suite 1509, New York, NY 10018, or Union Congregational Church, 14 North Main Street, Churchville, NY 14428.

One of the greatest joys in her life was working for many years at the Haberger Family farm stands at the Greece Ridge Market and the Chili Market on Westside Dr. She absolutely lived for the days she spent working at those markets.

Baking cakes and making chocolates for the family were a special hobby of hers. She also enjoyed canning and sewing. In her free time, she was an avid bowler, winning many trophies over the years.

Above all else, she loved her family dearly and was devoted to her grandchildren, helping to raise many of them. She will be forever loved and missed.

Relatives and friends may call on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. from 2-4 PM at the Alvah Halloran & Son Funeral Home, 2125 Chili Ave., Rochester, NY 14624, where a prayer service will be held at 3:30 PM, with a reception to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to Livingston County Hospice, 2 Murray Hill Dr., Mt. Morris, NY 14510.

SPENCERPORT: Meyers, Kenneth John (Ken), died April 23, 2026, at age 91. He was predeceased by his parents, Edward and Mary Ellen (Dickinsen) Meyers; his wife of 67 years, Magdelena (Fran); and grandson, Mike Meyers. He is survived by his children, Nancy Gilman (Jim), Edward (Peg), and Robert (Livia); grandchildren, Brian Gilman (Amanda), James Gilman, Kristy Hauser (Rob), Tim Meyers, Eileen Huss (Bob), Joe Meyers, Karina Osornio Meyers, and Christopher Meyers (Danielle); thirteen great-grandchildren; many dear friends and neighbors. He was a 40-year employee of Eastman Kodak Company. In retirement, he enjoyed fishing, golfing, taking care of his yard, and crafting furniture in his basement workshop.

Friends may call on Sunday, May 3, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, 15 West Avenue, Spencerport. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, May 4, at 11 a.m., at St. John the Evangelist Church, 55 Martha Street, Spencerport. Donations in his memory can be made to Aurora House Comfort Care Home, 2495 South Union Street, Spencerport, NY 14559.

SPENCERPORT: O’Bine, Barbara Jean McAllister Sheldon, a devoted wife, loving mother, and caring grammy, passed away at home on January 14, 2026, in The Villages, Florida, at the age of 73, after a 2-year courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer. 

She was born on October 1, 1952, in Rochester, NY, to Francis and Betty McAllister. 

Our family would like to thank Barb’s nurses from The Florida Cancer Center, Jessica, Tiffany, and Leanne, as well as her nurses from Cornerstone Hospice, Tiffany and Marla, for going above and beyond while walking alongside us through Barb’s journey.

Barbara O’Bine Celebration of Life

Saturday, May 9th

Church service at 2 pm, Dessert Reception to follow

Spencerport United Methodist Church

30-32 Amity Street

Spencerport, NY 14559

In lieu of flowers, Barbara would love to have donations sent to either her church, 

Spencerport United Methodist Church, or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.  

https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR?px=9116324&fr_id=154020&pg=personal

A special note Barbara wrote: “Everyone knows someone who has gone through cancer, but you never expect them to say YOU have cancer. You simply don’t expect those words for yourself. This is a journey no one can do by themselves. There are many ups and downs, but I cannot imagine anything worse than a child having cancer. A child should never have to go through this. The work that St. Jude’s is doing is unbelievable. Please donate any amount if you can. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

SPENCERPORT: Weaver, Charles Eugene, died April 25, 2026. Charles was born December 29, 1940, in Rochester, the son of the late Albert E. Weaver and Blanche L. Weaver. He was predeceased by his devoted wife of 59 years, whose unwavering partnership was the foundation of their life together. Charlie is survived by his children, Jeffrey (Shannon) Weaver, Jennifer Weaver, and Julia (James) Waterman; granddaughters, Hannah (Paul) Kemsley, Aubrey Waterman, and Addison Waterman; sisters, Maryann Wilson, Carol (Robert) Giblin, and Jean (Glen) Schuster; sister-in-law, Liz (Jim) Conway; and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia and his master’s degree from the University of Tennessee. A longtime member of Spencerport United Methodist Church, Charlie served as a trustee for many years. He was also a dedicated member of the Hilton Rotary Club. His commitment to his community touched countless lives through his kindness, humor, and quiet strength.

The family will receive friends at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, 15 West Avenue, Spencerport, on Friday, May 1, from 4 to 7 p.m. A Celebration of Life will be held at Spencerport United Methodist Church, 32 Amity Street, Spencerport, on Saturday, May 2, at 11 a.m., followed by a private burial. Contributions in his memory can be made to Spencerport United Methodist Church, 32 Amity Street, Spencerport, NY 14559, or Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center, 2652 Ridgeway Avenue, Rochester, NY 14626.

SPENCERPORT: DeBona, Ignatius “Frank,” died April 16, 2026, at age 79. He was predeceased by his wife, Diane, and parents, Ignatius and Catherne DeBona. He is survived by his sister, Rosemary (Dan) Purnell; sons, Anthony (Brenda) and Frank (AnnMarie); grandchildren, Joshua (Alisha) Thompson, Jon DeBona, and Melissa (Kyle) Sterzin; three great-grandchildren; and dear friend and companion, Tammy Pulitano. Frank was a General Motors retiree and a school bus driver for Spencerport Schools. His passion was farming. He loved growing vegetables and sharing the bounty of his harvest with friends and family.

Frank’s Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, May 2, at 11 a.m. at Spencerport Bible Church, 1948 North Union Street, Spencerport. Interment in Creekside Cemetery, Churchville. Donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport.  

KENDALL: Butler, Robert “Bob” E., age 74, died on April 18, 2026. He was predeceased by his parents, Merle and Marjorie (Gardner) Butler; sister, Betty Ward; and nephew, Chuck Ward. He is survived by his son, John (Kendra) Butler of Kendall; brother, David Butler of NJ; grandchildren, Angelic, Cheyanna, John, and Alona; nine great-grandchildren; niece, Marjorie (Mike) Richmond; and nephews, Jake and Lyle Butler. Bob was the former owner/operator of Old Timer’s Horseradish Company and enjoyed golfing in his spare time. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing, which was evident by the numerous taxidermy pieces on display throughout his home.

Family friends are invited to gather for a time of sharing memories and stories on Saturday, May 2, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Godfrey’s Pond, 7925 Bigelo Drive, Bergen. Donations in his memory can be made to the Genesee County Fish and Wildlife Association, c/o Godfrey’s Pond, at the address above. Arrangements entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Holley. To share a special memory of Bob, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.