R. A. Patrick Funeral Home

09/08/2026

Michael “Hamp” Hample
Phelps

Mike Hample, age 67 passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026.

Graveside services will be held at 11am on Saturday, September 12th at Resthaven Cemetery, Phelps.

Contributions may be made to the Phelps American Legion Post 457 in Mike’s memory.

Mike was born July 2, 1959 in New York City. He was the life of the party and could light up a room with his infectious smile. Mike was a natural caretaker with a gigantic caring and loving soul. He enjoyed deer hunting, golfing, motorcycles and four wheelers. He was a member of the Phelps American Legion. Mike was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He will be sadly missed by all.

Mike is survived by his son, Randy Hample; stepsons, Joel (Megan) Weston and Travis Benoit; grandchildren, Sebastian Hood – Benoit, Lucy Lincoln – Benoit, Christopher Weston, and Kaylee Weston; siblings, Jim (Donna) Hample, Chris (Pat) Howard, Christa (Matt) McClement, Mike (Renee) Myers, Ray (Tina) Weston; mother in law, Wanda Weston; nieces and nephews, Michaela Christensen, Mackenzie Wychoff, RC Weston, Brad Hample, Trisha Dejohn, Christy Howard, Jeremy Howard, Justin Howard, Emily Wilson, Abby McClement; longtime dear friend, Rich DeWolf and many special friends.

Mike is predeceased by his wife, Raelene “Rael” Hample; parents, Raymond and Charlotte Howard; father in law, Raymond Weston Sr; biological parents, John and Patricia Hample.; brother in law, Randy Weston; granddaughter, Katelyn Benoit.

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08/04/2026

Donald A Shaffer, 72, of Clifton Springs, NY passed away on August 2, 2026.

Donald was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He shared nearly 50 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Teresa, creating a lifetime of memories together.

Donald retired from Pliant Corporation in Macedon after many years of dedicated work. In his free time, he enjoyed painting, fishing, and tinkering on cars. He was happiest when he was creating something, spending time outdoors, or working with his hands.

Donald is survived by his wife, Teresa; his children Sarah (Jason) Youngjohn, Bonnie (Adam) Hobbs, and grandchildren; Allison Youngjohn (Anthoni Mangiarelli), Ben Hobbs, Colin (fiancée Storm Copella) Youngjohn, Ryan Youngjohn and Ava Hobbs.

He leaves behind a family who loved him deeply, sister Karen (Larry) Whitbeck, brother and sisters in law Deb Shaffer, Kathy Shaffer, Paul and Dawn Norton. Niece Andrea Shaffer and nephews Jeffrey Shaffer, Joshua (Holly) Norton, and Tim (Katey) Norton.

Donald was predeceased by his parents Raymond and Lois Shaffer, and brothers Bill, Tom, and Rich Shaffer.

Donald also had a playful side that those who knew him will never forget. He loved teasing people, giving them a hard time, and playing practical jokes. He had a way of keeping people on their toes, and many of his jokes and antics will undoubtedly be remembered and retold for years to come.

Calling Hours will be held from 3pm to 5pm Tuesday, August 18th at the R.A. Patrick Funeral Home, 26 West Main Street Clifton Springs. A Memorial Service will immediately follow at the Clifton Springs United Methodist Church, 1 East Main Street Clifton Springs NY 14432.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be sent to Happy Tails or your local food cupboard.

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08/02/2026

In loving memory of
Donald Stanley Jeffery
March 27th 1938- July 30 2026

A life well lived, a man well loved.

Donald lived with a quiet strength, creativity and a deep devotion to his family and friends. His kindness was steady and sincere. He never hesitated to help anyone who needed it. He would offer to help fix it or find out how he could without any thought of reward.

He is survived by his wife Kathleen Velma Jeffery. His children: Dawn (Rob)Taylor, Ken(Tammy)Jeffery and Alan(Tamara)Jeffery. His stepchildren: George C***s, Douglas(Diane) C***s, and Marianne (Shane) Walker.
Donald was blessed with many grandchildren and great grandchildren each one brought pride and joy into his life.

He was predeceased in death by his parents Stanley and Florence his brothers Ed and Richard and his beloved grandson Brandon Jeffery.

His creativity was like magic as he was a gifted wood worker and welder. He also enjoyed hunting.
For over 30 years Donald and his wife traveled to Florida and he became a social butterfly. He loved pinochle, pool, euchre, goofy golf and Monday morning meetings. That filled his winter days with laughter and friendship.

Donald will be remembered as a wonderfully caring human being- someone who made life brighter for everyone he met. His generosity, humor and gentle spirit will live on in the hearts of all who loved him.

In leiu of flowers: do a good deed, donate to a cause you feel good about or help someone in need.

There will be burial at a later date to be determined.

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07/13/2026

Betty A. Trautman
1938 - 2026

It is with deep sorrow and profound love that we announce the passing of Betty A. Trautman, who died on July 11, 2026, at the age of 88 after a battle with dementia. While our hearts are broken, we take comfort in knowing that her suffering is over and she is finally at rest.

Betty is predeceased by her husband, Gary and parents, Ella and Lynn Bergman. Betty will be lovingly remembered by her sons, Guy (Jennifer), Glen (Susan), and Gregg; brother, Michael. Betty will also be fondly remembered as Grandma by her eight grandchildren, Guy Jr., Ryan, Viktoria, Sarah, Elizabeth, Clarise, Nicole, and Shane. Fourteen great-grandchildren and two great great-grandchildren will also be missing her dearly.

Betty worked at Crossman Arms for over 30 years, and before that, she worked for the Canandaigua School District. Many of you will remember Betty as an avid gardener, reader, and bird watcher along with being a great cook. Her children and grandchildren will always talk about her famous monkey bread.

Betty loved the poem “Somewhere My Friends” by Karen Lee Hunt and wishes that we share pieces of the poem with you, “Something has happened to keep us apart. I’ll meet you again, I’m not sure how, and I’m not sure when.” Betty sends this to all of those in her life: “I love you all very much!”

There will be no funeral services per Betty’s request. The family will have a private celebration of life at a later date.

In Betty’s memory, please go outside and enjoy the sunshine.

07/04/2026

Steele Hiller Hahn
November 17, 1942- July 2, 2026
Clifton Springs, NY/ Wellsboro, PA

Steele Hiller Hahn (83) of Clifton Springs, NY and Wellsboro, PA passed away into the arms of Jesus on July 2, 2026. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA to the late J. Hiller Hahn and Lucille (Platt) Hahn. He graduated from Bloomfield High School in Bloomfield, NJ and then went on to serve our country in the US Navy for 3 years. Steele retired from working at Public Service Electric and Gas (Newark, NJ) in Community Relations and Human Resources after 33 years. Steele was a member of the Ossea Masonic Lodge No 317 F&AM Wellsboro, PA. He was very active in the United Methodist Church of Wellsboro serving in a variety of youth ministries over the years and also serving the Wellsboro Area Food Pantry. He was also a member of the Lions Club and volunteered at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital in Wellsboro. Steele enjoyed hunting and fishing and spending time in God’s creation. Most recently Steele attended Clifton Springs United Methodist Church in New York.

He was predeceased by his parents and his sister Hillane Sempier.

Steele will be greatly missed by his daughters Sally (John) Mueller and Joanne Hahn, his grandchildren Thomas, Hope (Carlos), Grace (Kevin), Molly and Peter and five great grandchildren.

There will be no prior calling hours. Steele will have two Celebrations of Life. The first will be on Sunday July 12, 2026 at 11am at the Clifton Springs United Methodist Church- 1 East Main Street, Clifton Springs, NY 14432. The second will be held on Monday July 13, 2026 at 1pm at the United Methodist Church of Wellsboro- 36 Main Street Wellsboro, PA 16901.

In lieu of flowers please consider giving a memorial contribution to either of these churches.

Steele’s family wishes to express immense gratitude to his care team including Sarah W., RN and private aide Lorrie W. They blessed us all along the way and were Steele’s best advocates for health and healing.

06/22/2026

Veronica Allen
Clifton Springs

Veronica Allen, age 83, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 20, 2026.

Graveside services will be held at 2pm on Thursday June 25th in Resthaven Cemetery, Phelps.

Contributions may be made to the National Alliance of Mental Illness, NAMI.org in Veronica's memory.

Veronica was born June 21, 1942 in Buffalo, the daughter of the late Joseph and Olga Jarlenski. She formerly worked at GW Lisk in Clifton Springs. Veronica enjoyed baking, cooking, crocheting and knitting. But most important to Veronica was her children, grandchildren, and her great grandchildren whom she adored.

Veronica will be sadly missed by her children, Gregory (Claudia) Gelder, Christine (Larry Havert) Gelder, and Michael (Nancy) Gelder; grandchildren, Stefanie (Tim), Justin, Chelsey, and Michael (Carley); great grandchildren, Adelyn, Jonas, Rylan, Logan, Alexa, and Callahan; siblings, David (Kathy) Jarlenski, Morrey Jarlenski, and Cindy Maille; several nieces and nephews.

Veronica is predeceased by her parents; daughter, Debora Gelder; sister, Bernice Jarlenski; sister in law, Judy Jarlenski.

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06/09/2026

Corey Matthew Francis
Shortsville, NY

Corey Matthew Francis became an angel in heaven on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Graveside services will be held at Noon on Friday, July 10th at Woodlawn Cemetery, Canandaigua.

Corey is survived by his loving parents, Holly Huling and Corey Francis; grandparents, Matthew and Tammy Huling, Michelle Brown and Cory Francis; uncle, Justin (Julia) Gulbe; cousin, Aurora Gulbe.

Corey is predeceased by his great grandparents, James and Sheryl Boardman and uncle, Akeam Brown.

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06/08/2026

Mary Lou Driscoll
Clifton Springs

Our beloved mother Mary Lou Driscoll, age 80 passed away surrounded by family on June 4, 2026. She fought a quiet, courageous battle with cancer and finally is peacefully resting.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10am on Friday July 31st at St. Felix Church, Clifton Springs. A Celebration of life will follow Mass at Warfield’s.

In lieu of flowers the family kindly asks that donations be made to the House of John or the National Audubon Society.

Mary Lou was born and raised in Clifton Springs, NY where she met and married James (Jim) Driscoll and built their family here too. Mary Lou went on to nursing school after raising her family and built a distinguished nursing career at Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic. Known to many as Lou she was often the familiar face to so many over her 30 plus year career offering peace and words of comfort to so many. She loved her family, lifelong friends and we have yet to find a bird she didn’t know the name of. She loved flowers, her road trips at Ashton Place with friends, a good book, and a glass of Moscato every once and awhile. Mary Lou was blessed this past year to see her granddaughter Cloe get married and become a great-grandmother (Marmee) to Thomas James Latini.

Mary Lou is survived by her children, Jamie Latini and Matt (Cindy) Driscoll; grandchildren, Drew James (Rachel) Latini and Cloe Marelle (Reed) McIntosh; great grandchild, Thomas James Latini; nieces and nephews, Amy Smith, Peter (Kino) Smith, Jimmy (Annabelle) Smith, Lori Robinson, Joshua (Sara) Upchurch, Ashlee (Kyle) Sweers; many grand nieces and nephews.

Mary Lou is predeceased by her husband, James Lewis Driscoll; Parents, James and Georgia Quigley; sisters, Sharon Robinson and Helen Quigley.
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06/02/2026

Jennifer Leabo
Clifton Springs

Jennifer Leabo, age 45, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026 at Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic.

Graveside services will be held at 1pm on Saturday, June 6th at Riverview Cemetery.

Jennifer was born March 16, 1981 in Malone, NY the daughter of Raymond Leabo and Deniece Vivlamore. She was a very caring and compassionate person, taking care of anyone that needed her help. Jennifer loved animals, especially her cat, Loulou. But most important to Jennifer was her family. She was a loving and devoted mom and sister. She will be sadly missed by all.

Jennifer is survived by her children, Haley Every and Allica LeGault; one grandchild on the way; mother, Deniece; step father, Adam Record; sister, Nicole Crocker; niece, Brooke; nephew, Logan; great niece, Khloe; son in laws, Jon Hourigan and Collin Knapp; special friend, Jon LeGault; many dear friends.

Jennifer is predeceased by her grandmother, Dorothy Vivlamore; close friend, Bill Beck.

05/25/2026

Frank Jeffery
Clifton Springs

Frank Jeffery, age 75, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at DeMay Living Center.

A Celebration of Frank's life will be held at 2pm on Friday, June 5th at the R.A. Patrick Funeral Home, 26 West Main Street, Clifton Springs.

Contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors or a disabled veterans charity of your choice.

Frank was born October 30, 1950 in Canandaigua, the son of the late Lowell and Eleanor Jeffery. He served in the United States Marines from 1969 to 1973 and served in the United States Army from 1974 to 1993. Frank did two tours in Vietnam and was a Purple Heart recipient. He was an engineer at the Canandaigua VA Medical Center. Frank was a member of the Phelps American Legion Post 457. He was a past Scout Master and past President of the Shortsville Rod and Gun Club. Frank was an avid fisherman and hunter and enjoyed trap shooting. But most important to Frank was his family. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend. He will be sadly missed by all.

Frank is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Susan Jeffery; children, Roddy Jeffery, Sheri Jeffery, Elizabeth (Rich) Jeffrey, Jesse Boylan, Joshua (Holly) Boylan, and Jason Czadzeck; grandchildren, Trever, Ali, Corey, Ian, Leah, Tyler, Maci, Caiden, Ellery, and Colton; great grandchildren, Sebastian, Greyson, and Charlotte; brother, William Pool; brother in law, John Hopkins; nieces, nephews and friends.

Frank is predeceased by his parents, Lowell and Eleanor Jeffery; sister, Barbara Saar; sister in law, Diane Hopkins.

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