•Faill, Elizabeth, formerly of Brockport, died July 9, 2011. Elizabeth emigrated from Ireland as a small child and lived her adult life in Rochester, Brockport and Albion. A devout Catholic, she enjoyed ecumenical activities especially the United Methodist Seniors of Albion. She was predeceased by her childhood sweetheart and husband of 54 years Thomas P. Faill. She is survived by her son Thomas (Lisa) Faill Jr. of Honeoye Falls; daughter Margaret F. (Conrad) Cropsey of Albion; grandsons Patrick (Rebecca) Faill, Sean (Casey) Faill; great-granddaughter Carter Elizabeth Faill; beloved dog “His Nibs.”
Her Mass of Christian Burial was held July 13 at Holy Family Parish-St. Joseph’s Church, Albion. Contributions can be made to Hospice of Orleans or Holy Family Parish in her memory.
BERGEN
•Gilt, Carl R. Sr., A Memorial Service was held for Carl R. Gilt Sr., July 13 at the Bergen United Methodist Church. He died November 25, 2010. Donations can be made to the Bergen American Legion in his memory.
BROCKPORT
•Claus, Charles J. “CJ” “Chuck, July 1, 2011 at age 54. CJ is survived by his parents, loving children, girlfriend, many relatives and dear friends.
To view his full obituary and sing CJ’s guestbook visit www.MeesonFamily.com. For more pictures, information, and stories please visit facebook.com/cjclaus.memorial.
•Hicks, Robert J., Peacefully, July 12, 2011 at age 89. Predeceased by his wife Peg Hicks and his son John Hicks. He is survived by his fiance Harriet Dietrich; his children Tom (Shari), Bill, Liz Riley, Mary K., and Alta (Dean) Heacock; grandchildren Suzanne Hicks, Sarah (Will) Lettis, John and Donny Heacock, Chuck (Debbie) Hughson, Laura (Chris) Pinson; many nieces, nephews and friends. Bob was a teacher and administrator in the Hilton School District, an active member of the Lions Club and Presbyterian Church and was a WWII veteran.
A Memorial Service was held July 16 at the Presbyterian Church, Brockport. Contributions can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in his memory.
•Markham, Margaret “Peg,” died July 10, 2011, at age 91. She is survived by four sons and one daughter, David of Brockport, Daniel of North Carolina, Patrick (Bonnie Welch) of South Carolina, Tom (Karen Emerson) of Clarendon and Jane Markham Bessone (Douglas) of Mamaroneck; 16 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren. She was cared for lovingly in the last years of her life by her granddaughter, Katherine Markham. She was a 1942 graduate of Brockport State Teachers College, taught at Nativity BVM School for over 10 years until 1972, and then at Hilton Central until she retired around 1982. In her retirement she worked part time as a page at the Seymour Library and the Lift Bridge Book Shop for about 10 years.
A gathering for family and friends celebrating Peg’s life will be held at Fowler’s Funeral Home on West Avenue in Brockport on July 20 from 3-4 p.m. There will be a reception at the Brockport Exempts Club, 248 West Avenue, Brockport, following the memorial service. Donations can be made to the Seymour Library in Brockport and/or the Hamlin Library in Hamlin in her memory.
CHURCHVILLE
•Burling, Clara A., July 11, 2011 at the age of 90. Clara was predeceased by her husband, Marvin Burling. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Larry (Ronnie) Burling; granddaughters, Heather (Aaron) Bourne, Holly Burling and her husband, Morgan Rich and grandson, Michael Burling; great-granddaughters, Emma and Olivia Bourne. Clara retired after 30 years of service from Delco Products.
Funeral Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment, Riga Cemetery. Contributions can be made to Lollypop Farm, Humane Society of Greater Rochester, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY 14450 in her memory.
•Comella, Josephine (Joan) Guarneri, June 23, 2011. Predeceased by her husband, Anthony in 1992, and her sisters, Rachel and Teresa. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon (Woody) Davis and grandchildren, James, Anthony, Jason (Stephanie), Jennie (Sam), Justin, Jared, and Jordan; great-grandchildren Hayden, Owen, Griffin, Chloe, Lily, and Lincoln. She is also survived by her son, Jerrold (Lois), her brother, Sam (Ann), and many nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service was held July 17 at the Brockport Chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Donations in her memory can be made to Unity Adult Day Services at Cornerstone, 2300 Buffalo Road, Building 600A, Rochester, NY 14624 or Visiting Nurse Service or Hospice/Palliative Care Program, Visiting Nurse Foundation, 2180 Empire Boulevard, Webster, NY 14580.
•Stasiw, Stephen F., July 12, 2011. Predeceased by his father Fedor. Survived by his loving wife Sharon; mother Pauline Stasiw; children, Kristopher (Amy), John Joseph “JJ,” Brett and Kenny Stasiw, Laura (Warren) O’Keefe, Tina and Tricia Goodenough, Brady and Erynn Selover; 15 grandchildren; sister Kathy (David) Miller; niece Lescia and nephew Austin.
A Graveside Service will be held July 19 at 11 a.m. at Stryker Road Cemetery. Contributions can be made to St. Josaphat’s Church, 940 East Ridge Road, Rochester 14621 in his memory.
CLARENDON
•Marks, David R. Sr., age 63, died July 11, 2011. He was predeceased by his wife, Martha Marks. He is survived by his girlfriend Thelma Causyn; his sons David and Anthony Marks; stepchildren, Peter (Susan) Causyn and Heidi Causyn; sisters, Sandy (Charlie) Saturno, Carol (Pat) Mincher and Wendy (James) Fuhry; brothers, Larry (Donna) Marks and William (Carol) Marks; mother-in-law, Mary Harris; brother-in-law, Fred Harris; grandchildren, Dominic and Ariana Marks, Tyler, Abriana and Kaitlyn Walls; several nieces and nephews.
His Funeral Mass was celebrated July 15 at the Nativity of the BVM Church, Brockport. Interment, Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Brockport. Donations can be made to the Clarendon Fire Department in his memory.
GATES
•Annis, James H., July 6, 2011, age 93. Predeceased by his wife, Eleanor and daughter, Sandra Volger. Survived by daughter, Carol (Wayne) Cowell; son-in-law Donald Vogler; grandchildren, Charles (Heather) Vogler, Christopher (Kelly) Vogler, Bryan Cowell, Brenda (Mike) Steinmetz and Michael Vogler; great-grandchildren, Caleb, Morgan, Derrick and Daniel Vogler; cousin, Edward Sunday. James was a graduate of Fredonia College, an Army Veteran of WWII retiring from the Army Reserves as Lt. Colonel and retired from Gates-Chili School District as an Administrator.
Funeral Services were held July 12 at the Lutheran Church of Our Savior. Interment, Grove Place Cemetery. Contributions can be made to the Lutheran Church of Our Saviour Memorial Fund or the American Cancer Society in his memory.
NORTH CHILI
•Benedict, Lois J., July 11, 2011, age 85 Predeceased by her husband, Douglas; brother, Richard Atwood. Survived by her children, Donna (Bud) Cusack, Brenda Benedict, Deborah Eksten (Mark Frank), Todd Benedict (Cathy Russell); grandchildren, Kimberly and Mark Cusack, Kaley and Kelsey Eksten; great-grandchildren, Zachary and Joshua Acocella; uncle, Kenneth Drumm; many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Lois was a longtime member of Gates Presbyterian Church.
A Celebration of her Life was held July 16 at Gates Presbyterian Church, Rochester. Donations can be made to Gates Presbyterian Church (Mustard Seed Fund), 1049 Wegman Road, Rochester, NY 14624 in her memory.
•Kilby, Frank E., On July 7, 2011 at age 84. Frank was predeceased by his parents, Frederick and Reta Kilby; siblings, Leon Kilby, Marjorie (Robert) Bisig and Mildred Pierce; sister-in-law, Phyllis Kilby. Frank is survived by his wife of 49 years, Doris M. (Stettner) Kilby; sons, Steven and Todd Kilby; grandchildren, Laurie Luce and Joseph Kilby; brothers Donald (Sharon) and George Kilby; sister-in-law, Dolores Kilby; brother-in-law, John Pierce; many nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services were held July 13 at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Inc., Spencerport. Interment, Creekside Cemetery, Churchville. Contributions can be made to the American Diabetes Association in his memory.
SPENCERPORT
•Leibeck, Janet Mary, age 83, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, formerly of Spencerport, died June 27, 2011, at University of Louisville Hospital after an accidental fall. She is survived by her husband, John Leibeck; one son and daughter-in-law, Johnathon and Barbara Leibeck; one daughter and son-in-law, Betsy and Gary Fausnaugh, all of Gradyville, Kentucky; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and one sister, Barbara Keldorf of Albion.
Contributions can be made to the Humane Society of Yates County, 1216 Route 14A, Penn Yan, NY 14527 in her memory.
