Obituaries

Amelia E. Van Den Bosch, age 96, of Medina, NY passed away peacefully at her home on Tues., Oct. 15, 2024. Born in Roccamorice, Abruzzo, Italy on Oct. 31, 1927, she was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Angela (DiCarlo) Ventura. At the age of 7, her family immigrated to the United States, arriving through Ellis Island. Amelia grew up in Lockport. There she met the love of her life, Cornelius “Corky” van den Bosch. The couple were wed on Dec. 27, 1947. In 1956 they moved to Medina. Alongside her husband, Corky, she first ran the Medina Bakery on Main Street for a few years and then Corky’s Bakery on E. Center Street, which they ran for many years. Amelia spent her years dedicated to her husband and their family. When she was not helping in the bakery, she enjoyed travelling with her husband, reading, knitting and sewing. Amelia was predeceased by her husband, Corky van den Bosch in 1995; sons, Jeffrey in 1998 and Dennis in 2010; and siblings, Anthony Ventura, Joseph Ventura and Concetta DiPastena. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Donna Schickler and Angela (late John) Waldriff; grandchildren, Todd Stornelli, Mark (Jennifer) Stornelli, Anthony van den Bosch, Lindsey van den Bosch, Bethany Stilwell, Tyler Waldriff and Tanner Waldriff; and many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.Her funeral services will be held privately by the family. Interment in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Medina. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Orleans at www.hospiceoforleans.org. Share condolences at www.cooperfuneralhome.com

Daniel Paul Hasenfelt, 66 of Boston passed away on Oct. 13, 2024. He was born on Jan. 23, 1958, in Lockport, NY to the late Leo Hasenfelt and Madelon Hasenfelt. In his free time, Daniel enjoyed fishing, hunting, reading his Bible, Sunday dinners, and football. He loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren whom he loved very much. On Dec. 5, 1981, Daniel married the love of his life, Renee Hasenfelt in Brockport, NY and they shared 43 years of marriage. Survivors include his wife Renee Hasenfelt; son Daniel Hasenfelt and fiancé Julie Colleli of Crawfordville and daughter Courtney Hasenfelt and son-in-law Jamie Viles of Dixie; grandchildren Autumn Viles and Rowan Viles; brother Timothy Hasenfelt and spouse Janet of Quitman, sister Amy Albone and spouse Paul of Medina, NY, and sister Karen Pusateri and spouse John of Gasport, NY followed by several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Leo and Madelon Hasenfelt. A service will be held Thurs., Oct. 17th at 11 am at the Allen & Allen Funeral Home Celebration of Life Chapel. The family will receive friends on Wed., Oct. 16th from 6-8 pm at Allen & Allen Funeral Home. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Daniel Hasenfelt please visit our Sympathy Store.

David Narburgh, of Woodbridge, Virginia, passed away on Sept. 22, 2024, at the age of 78. He was born on Feb. 5, 1946, in Albion, NY. David is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Janice; his daughters Sarah and Molly (Steven); his grandson Miles; his brothers Gary (Cathy) and Charlie; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Sidney and Marguerite Narburgh, and his brother Larry (2003). David loved traveling and spending quality time with family and friends. His hobbies included gardening, playing cards, enjoying nature walks, and exploring geography through maps and National Geographic magazines. He was actively involved in his daughters’ lives, joining them on band trips, attending their sporting events and award ceremonies, and celebrating their achievements. David dedicated his career to helping others improve their speech. He earned a Bachelor of Science from SUNY Fredonia and a Master of Education in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Virginia. He began as a Speech-Language Therapy teacher at the Newark State School, where he developed a program for school-aged residents and later taught basic skills to hearing-impaired adults with additional disabilities. He then served as the Speech-Language Pathologist Program Director at Easter Seals in Virginia and provided services at the Central Virginia Speech & Hearing Center. From 1982 to 2016, he was the Executive Director of the Prince William Speech and Hearing Center. In memory of David, donations can be made to the Communication Disorders Foundation of Virginia. His contributions are honored through the David H. Narburgh scholarship, which supports students with exceptional clinical potential. Please send donations by check to: Tamara Freeman-Nichols, Treasurer, P.O. Box 6342, Charlottesville, VA 22906-6342.

Frederick J. “Fred” Kittle, age 63, died Oct.11, 2024 following a brief illness. He was born Feb. 7, 1961 in Lackawanna to Charles and Margaret (Miller) Kittle and was a life-long resident of this area. Fred worked as a Mason for J&M Masonry in Akron. He volunteered and was a beloved coach for Lockport Little League Football. Fred was a car enthusiast...particularly Ford products. He was very passionate in the restoration of his 1964 Ford Econoline Van, which he sadly never got to finish. Mr. Kittle was predeceased by his father Charles and his sister Janet Gratz. He is survived by his wife of 32 years Donna, his children: James Kittle of Lockport, Andrew (Emily) Kittle of Houghton, his brother: Charlie Kittle of Grand Island, his mother: Margaret Miller as well as several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins and many friends. The family will receive friends at the Sherrie Bream Funeral Home, 4521 Main Street-Gasport, Friday, Oct. 18th from 4-7 pm ONLY. A private service and interment will be held privately at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to any local youth organization or animal organization. To share a special memory of Fred, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com

Margaret (Allport) (Miller) Brundage, age 81, died Oct. 9, 2024 in Highland Hospital. She was born June 18, 1943 in Albion to Clifford and Agatha (Davis) Allport and had lived in this area most of her life. Margaret was a former member of the Red Hat Ladies, and enjoyed bowling, dining out, cook-outs and gardening.  She loved her animals, especially the chickens and ducks and Duke the Rottie, but most of all enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.  Mrs. Brundage was predeceased by her husband Robert, prior to her siblings: Gladys, Audrey, Leroy and her twin sister Marjorie. She is survived by her children:  Becky (John) Bush of Waterport, Ed Miller Jr. of Holley, Chris (Amber Kipler) Miller of Carlton, her sister: Barbara Newbould of Barre, 4 grandchildren: Alexandra (Mike), Brandon, Zachary, Nicholas, a great grandson on the way: Barrett as well as several nieces and nephews. There will be no calling hours. Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service in Bates Road Cemetery on Friday October 18th beginning at 12 noon.  A celebration of Margaret’s life will be held at a later date, on June 18, 2025. Margaret’s arrangements have been entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Albion.  To share a special memory of Margaret, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Patricia Carpenter, age 92, passed away peacefully on Oct. 12, 2024 at Niagara Hospice House. She was born Jan. 5, 1932 in Middleport to the late Harold and Theresa (McNally) Austin. Pat was a loving Mother, Sister, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. She adored her family and thoroughly enjoyed spending time with them especially at Christmas. Seeing everyone together brought her so much joy. As a young woman, Pat went to night school to become a beautician. She opened Pat’s Beauty Salon out of her home and operated that for 50+ years. She had plenty of good conversations and gossip with her regular customers. Pat took pride in working in the cafeteria for Roy-Hart Elementary School. She couldn’t wait to go to work everyday so she could see and help the kids. If their lunchbox was dirty, she would clean it. If a student didn’t have lunch money, she made sure they had something to eat. Her hobbies included going to craft shows, traveling with her husband and collecting salt and pepper shakers. If she wasn’t baking something in the kitchen she was doing some crafting. She was also an avid Bingo player and took it very seriously, but don’t they all? It’s a very serious business. If you asked her if she won anything tonight, she would say no, I’m on a losing streak and going to stop going pretty soon. Although, more times than not, she won money a few days prior. Pat is forever loved by all who knew her. Her love, hugs and laughter will be missed but never forgotten. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Thomas, and brother Harold “Gene” Austin.Pat is survived by her children, Susan (Michael) Bull, Thomas Carpenter III, Deborah (Michael) Carpenter-Fraass, grandchildren, Tracy Ranallo, Jeremy (JoLynn) Bull, Thomas (Jennifer) Carpenter IV, Jason (Julie Faust) Carpenter, Lindsay (late Jim Brazzell) Bull, Austin (Rebecca) Carpenter, Casey (Kevin Reid) Pollock, Breanne (Nathan) Heine, Tyler (Tori) Fraass, 11 great grandchildren, siblings, Barbara (Donald) Shelton, Sandra (Jack) Weger as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. Pat’s family will receive friends at the Bates, Wallace & Heath Funeral Home 38 State St. Middleport, NY 14105 on Mon., Oct. 21st from 4:00-7:00pm. Her funeral service will be held the next day at the funeral home at 11:00am. Interment will be in Royalton Mountain Ridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Niagara Hospice 4675 Sunset Dr. Lockport, NY 14094 or the Alzheimer’s Association 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601. To share a special memory of Pat, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Virginia M. Conrad, age 93, passed away Oct. 10, 2024 at the Villages of Orleans.  She was born Nov. 5, 1930, in Harrisville NY, a daughter of the late Robert and Dorothy (Wahl) Waugh and had lived in this area most of her life.Virginia was a member of the Albion United Methodist Church and the Order of the Eastern Star.  She retired from Arnold Gregory Memorial Hospital where she worked as a clerk, and after, worked at Burgio Tires in Albion. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Harold; daughter Jill Stinson and her brothers and sisters. She is survived by her sons, Don Conrad, Dean Conrad, Frank Conrad; grandchildren Jake, Joe, Candi, Stephanie, D.J.; great-grandchildren Leighton, Rylie, Zoie; son-in-law Robin Stinson. The family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, 21 W. Ave. Albion on Wednesday Oct. 16th from 11:00am-1:00pm where her Memorial Service will be held at 1:00pm.  Burial will be in Mt. Albion Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the organization of your choice. To share a memory of Virginia, visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com. 

William J. “Bill” Sargent, Sr. age 85, passed away Oct. 14, 2024 at Elderwood of Lakeside at Brockport.  He was born Jan. 15, 1939 in Albion, a son of the late Wayne and Marie (Robinson) Sargent and had lived in this area all of his life. Bill had worked at Eastman Kodak as a Pipe Fitter and after retiring he owned and operated Sargent’s Plumbing and Heating for many years.  He was a member of Holy Family Parish in Albion, the Albion’s Active Hose and the Albion Lions Club.  He enjoyed camping, tending to his animals and spending time with his family.    In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Barbara; sisters Patricia, Betty, Shirley and Peggy. He is survived by his children William (Darlen) Sargent, Jr, Susan Proietty, Scott (Alicia) Sargent, Todd (Sharon) Sargent, Christopher (Julie) Sargent; grandchildren Lindsay Monacelli, Brandon Sargent, Stephanie Hirsch, Zachery Sargent, Shelby Sargent, Mark Proietty, Michael Sargent, Keira Sargent, Sienna Sargent, Ariel Pontillo, Mackenzie Luft; great-grandchildren Grayson, Landon, Aleah, Chazz, Oliver, Palmer, Adelaide, Judd; brother Carl “Sonny” Sargent as well as several nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the staff at Evergreen and Elderwood for the wonderful love and care they showed Bill. His Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Family Parish-St. Joseph’s Church on Tuesday Oct. 22nd at 10:00am.  His burial will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to P.A.W.S. 3371 Gaines Basin Rd. Albion NY 14411 or to the Orleans County Animal Control Shelter, 4125 Oak Orchard Rd. Albion NY 14411.  Arrangements have been entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Albion. To share a memory of Bill, visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.