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10/15/2026

Thomas R. Machamer

Caneadea – Thomas R. Machamer, 71, entered the presence of his Lord and Savior unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, following a medical event.

Tom was born on October 18, 1954 in Ithaca, New York to Betty Jean Wolcott. He graduated from Elmira Free Academy in 1974, then worked in construction for over 40 years, often as an independent contractor. He also worked at Houghton University for 20 years, serving as a groundskeeper and sports team driver until his retirement in 2016. It was at Houghton where Tom met his wife, Laurie J. (Eagle) Bosch, in 2010. They married on February 11, 2011, at the Houghton Wesleyan Church.

Tom is remembered as a Jack of All Trades who found immense joy and purpose in using his skills and resourcefulness to help others. A longtime member of the Houghton Wesleyan Church, Tom truly lived his faith—his generosity was a constant inspiration to those around him. He rarely spent money on himself, preferring to save it for those who would need it more. Likewise he was never idle, always eager to offer his time, skills, and possessions to anyone in need.

In this way, Tom became a familiar face throughout the Houghton community, where, among other services, he shoveled snow for the town, split firewood for its residents, helped with construction projects, and drove his Amish neighbors. He also supported young people by sharing his skills and knowledge, including through a connection with Houghton Academy and its international students. He was community-minded, ever seeking to support and understand others and to live out his dream of bringing people together.

In his personal life, Tom loved music—especially Blues—and loved to travel. Above all, though, he found happiness in being of service to those around him; his kindness will live on in the many lives he touched with such contagious joy and inspiring generosity.

As well as a thoughtful and generous community member, Tom was a loving husband and father and a playful, devoted grandfather. In addition to Laurie, his wife of 15 years, he is survived by two children, Thomas “Elliott” Machamer and Makenna Machamer, both of Lockport; the mother of his children and former spouse of 22 years, Cynthia Machamer; five stepchildren, Ethan (Lydia) Bosch, Rebecca (Adam) Michaelides, Ruth (Dr. Todd) Bindig, Roanne (Michael Sedelmeyer) Bosch, and Robyn Ruiz; two sisters, Kim (Don) Seymour and Deborah Gene Lane; his former mother-in-law, Gail Mazourek; sisters-in-law Jackie Nelson and Cheryl Eagle; and son-in-law Anibal Ruiz.

Tom is also survived by 23 grandchildren: Oliver Machamer, Mayra Mejia, Isaiah Mejia, Matthias Bosch, Elias Bosch, Josiah Bosch, Jonah Bosch, Amos Bosch, Cyrus Bosch, Amaya Michaelides, Ashley (Jared) Kozik, Ivy (Quinn) Allard, Calliope Bindig, Isabella “Nico” Bindig, Violet Bindig, Leo Bindig, Gretta Bindig, Wolfgang Bindig, Ariadne Bindig, Valerian Bindig, Rhaeny Bindig, Jade Ruiz, and Kaiden Ruiz; five great-grandchildren, John Kozik, Theodocia Kozik, Atreyu Allard, Esca Allard, and Necile Allard; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He is predeceased by brothers-in-law Ken Nelson and Bill Eagle.

There will be no prior visitation. A Graveside Committal will be held at 3 pm on Sunday, October 18 at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery (9405 Route 19 Houghton, NY 14744), followed by a Fellowship of Thanksgiving for God’s Goodness and Tom’s Life at the Houghton Wesleyan Church (9712 Route 19 Houghton, NY 14744). The Fellowship will include light refreshments and an open mic to share memories and reflect on Tom’s life.

The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, contributions in Tom’s memory be made to Houghton Academy to support its work with students and young people, continuing to uplift those who Tom cared so deeply about helping to find purpose, direction, and a place to belong: Houghton Academy Annual Fund 9790 Thayer Street Houghton, NY 14744 https://houghtonacademy.factsmgtadmin.com/give

Tom had a gift for seeing the value in things others might overlook. In that spirit, an online auction of items he collected and salvaged will be running the last week of October https://www.rgmason-auctions.com

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10/07/2026

Beth Marion Emmons

Houghton ---Beth Marion Emmons, passed away October 3, 2026, at her home in Belfair, Washington. She was born March 30, 1960 in S**o, Maine, the daughter of the late Horace and Mertice Wentworth Emmons.

Beth grew up in Houghton and graduated from the Houghton Academy. She moved to Minnesota in about 1985 then moved to Belfair, Washington.

She leaves behind her special dog BilliSu and numerous friends, along with her AA Family she had been associated with for the past 34 years.

Surviving are her step-mother, Diane Emmons of Houghton, three siblings Bob (Harriet) Emmons of Cuba, Ginni (Leonard) Cross of Bennington, VT and Alfred Emmons, of Russell, KS along with numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

A private family burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Houghton at a later date.

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10/02/2026

Rodney L. Hull

Belfast --- Rodney L. Hull of Belfast passed away on October 1, 2026, at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. He was born on March 5, 1975, in Cuba, a son of Charles Hull and Jacqueline Chalker. He married Sherry Green who survives.

Rodney was the owner and operator of his own car restoration business, a calling that reflected both his skill and his deep appreciation for automobiles. He loved working on cars and devoted much of his time and energy to that work. Beyond the garage, he enjoyed playing his guitar, and was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and boating, pursuits that brought him pleasure and reflected his love of time spent outside.

Surviving in addition to his wife are their sons, Bradley (Liz) Hull of Angelica, Alexander Hull of Belfast, and Connor (Fiancé Gadley) Hull of Belfast; his daughter, Erica Hull of Belfast; his grandson, Ashton Hull; his brother, Troy Hull of Texas; his sister, Denice Wilmont of Chaffee; his parents and several nieces and nephews.

Rodney was preceded in death by his Grandmother Charlotte and Grandmother Chalker.

A Celebration of Life will be held on October 10, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Rushford Lake Conservation Club, 8725 Co Rd 49, Rushford, New York.

Memorials if desired to: Rushford Conservation Club, 8725 Co Rd 49, Rushford, NY 14777

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09/30/2026

Gilbert Elmer Hackett

Rushford --- Gilbert Elmer Hackett, 98, passed away on September 27, 2026. He was born on September 26, 1928, a son of the late Elmer and Anna Hackett.

Gilbert started driving truck, at the age of 16, for the family coal business in Woodhull, followed by a move to Rushford in 1957, to continue driving for the Keystone Trucking Company and was known as the best diesel mechanic in the area. From there, he went to Airco Industries. The conclusion of his driving career was done at WW Trucking in Florida.

After retirement he moved in with his son Langdon in Easton, PA. From there, he moved to his daughter Marceia's in Virginia, and then onto Rushford, which he considered his home, and was living with his daughter Karen, until going into the nursing home.

Surviving are his children, Langdon (Sue) Hackett, Karen (Gene) Austin, Marcea (Ron) Geist, Joseph Hackett, Justin (Julie) Hackett, Kelly (Brian) Figley and stepson Ron (Michelle) Rottstedt. Gilbert was the cherished grandfather of 16 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and 11 great-great grandchildren.

In addition to his beloved wife, Cecelia, and his parents he was predeceased by a son, John Hackett, grandson, Michael Geist, and great-great granddaughter Hazel Deck.

A private graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in Rushford Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will follow at 11:30 am in the Rushford Bible House, located at 9103 Hardys Corners Rd, Rushford.

Memorial if desired to: Rushford Fire Department, 8911 Upper, Rushford, NY 14777.

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09/28/2026

Marilyn Marie Johnson

Springville --- Marilyn Marie Johnson, a former resident of Springville, passed away on September 27, 2026 in the Houghton Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility. She was born on August 22, 1953, a daughter of the late George and Harriet Whitmyre Castle. She married Ricky Johnson Sr., who predeceased her.

A graduate of Eden Central School, Marilyn built a life centered on caring for others. She was self-employed as a home healthcare aide, a role that reflected her generous spirit and the compassion she offered so freely. She will be remembered as someone who found joy in simple pleasures and in the people she loved most.

Marilyn loved bingo and enjoyed playing card games, especially euchre. She was also a devoted fan of the Miami Dolphins. Above all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren, and those moments brought her deep happiness and meaning.

She is survived by her four children and is lovingly remembered by Jessica Mercado of Gowanda and Ricky (Lisa) Johnson Jr. of Hamburg, nine grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, a sister, two brothers and several nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on October 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Peter & Paul Church, 66 E Main St, Hamburg, NY 14075. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, East Eden.

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09/24/2026

Barbara Jean Greene

East Koy --- Barbara Jean Greene passed away on September 22, 2026, at ECMC in Buffalo. She was 71.

Born on January 15, 1955, Barbara was a graduate of Fillmore Central School, Class of 1973, and later graduated from Olean Business Institute. She built a working life marked by dedication and versatility, serving as a secretary for several area businesses, including St. Bonaventure, Clarks, Aronson, and WCJW radio. She also worked as a waitress for several area establishments, including the Glen Iris Inn at Letchworth State Park, the vets club, The Woods at Bear Creek, and Hidden Valley Adventure restaurant. In each role, she brought her steady presence and warm spirit to the people around her.

Barb found joy in music from an early age. She loved music, played the French horn in high school, and sang in the high school choir. In her younger years, she also showed horses with her family, creating memories that remained a cherished part of her life. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, and she was known for the qualities that made time with her so memorable. Barb always had old stories and plenty of jokes to share, and she loved laughter and being with friends. Her easy way, her humor, and her gift for storytelling will be remembered by the many people whose lives she touched.

She is survived by her husband, Bentley Greene, and by her daughters, Marleah Stout and Danielle McCoy. She also leaves behind her sister, Julie Frazier, two uncles, Alan (Judy) Mills, R. Craig Mills, and her special friend, Terry (Kent) Cartwright, along with many cousins, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, Kenneth Thomas Irwin; her mother, Norma Jeanne Mills Irwin; and her brother, Robert Irwin.

Barbara Jean Greene will be deeply missed and fondly remembered for her laughter, her stories, her love of music, and the warmth she shared so freely with friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Burial will be in East Koy Cemetery, East Koy.

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09/21/2026

Cassandra Lynn Hugi

Nunda --- Cassandra Lynn James Hugi passed away peacefully in her home on September 18, 2026 surrounded by her loving family after a very hard fought battle with cancer. Cassandra was born on October 6, 1977 a daughter of Michael and Pamela James.

She was a graduate of Fillmore Central School and achieved a nursing degree from Alfred State College in 1998.

From an early age it was evident Cassandra was born to take care of people, animals, and things. Childhood kitten round-ups on her grandma's farm quickly turned into rehabilitating and rehoming foster kittens with professional rescuers as an adult. When it came to what she wanted to be when she grew up, taking care of people was always the goal and after obtaining her degree she became a traveling nurse and acquired nursing licences in 3 states, eventually landing the job of her dreams as the elementary school nurse of the school her children would attend.

Cassandra married the love of her life, Markus Hugi on June 9, 2001 and quickly started her favorite role ever...mother to Alexandra, Isabella, Lillianna, and Korben.

Cassandra will be remembered for being someone you could count on. She will be remembered for supporting her children on every field and court, but most well known for being MRS. SOFTBALL, playing every position from coach to team nurse. She will also be remembered for having a wickedly funny sense of humor, a love of sunflowers, relaxing on the beach and listening to the ocean, wearing sandals in winter, and the ability to make people feel special. She will also be remembered for fighting with everything she had to stay here to take care of her kids, but mostly she will be remembered for the way she made us all feel...loved and cared for.

In addition to her paternal and maternal grandparents, she was preceded in death by her mother, Pamela James. Surviving in addition to her father Michael James, are siblings Vanessa (Mark) Cone and Curtis James, husband Markus Hugi, and her 4 children......her little lights. She also leaves behind many nieces, a nephew, a great-nephew, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, coworkers and all the kids at school.

We will carry her with us in the sunflowers, in the butterflies, in the sound of the ocean, in sandy toes and sandals worn when it was far too cold outside, and in all the little things that will forever remind us of her.

Family and friends are invited to come together, share memories, enjoy food, and celebrate the beautiful life Cassandra lived and the love she gave to so many at a Celebration of Cassandra’s life held at the Short Tract Fire Hall on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.

Memorials if desired to: Sully and the Ladies in Pink located in Nunda.

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09/21/2026

James G. Elliott

Rushford --- James G. Elliott passed away on September 19, 2026, in Highland Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Wellsville. Born on September 26, 1947, a son of the late David and Jean Smith Elliott. James lived a life marked by steady work, service to his country, and the quiet joys of time shared with those he loved.

James served in the United State Army, where he was a cook. His military service reflected a willingness to serve and to contribute in practical, meaningful ways. After his time in the Army, he worked for Kodak in Rochester in the copier maintenance department, building a career through dependable effort and dedication.

Outside of work, James found happiness in simple and lasting pleasures. He enjoyed fishing and golfing, especially with his son Christopher before Christopher’s passing. Those moments spent together on the water and on the course were surely among the memories held closest by those who knew and loved them both.

He is survived by his daughter, Alicia Zuver of Rushford; his granddaughter, Alicyn (Garrett) Morey of Coudersport, PA, a grandson, Trevor Zuver of Pittsburgh, PA and his great-granddaughter, Charlie Morey. He is also survived by his sister, Jeanne LaMont of Rochester, and by his nieces, Anita (Jerry) Silver and Dawn Smythe and several great-nieces and great-nephews.

In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his son, Christopher Elliott.

There will be no services.

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09/16/2026

Gary John Gombos

Fillmore --- Gary John Gombos of Fillmore and a former resident of Mudville passed away on September 16, 2026, at Suzanne's Comfort Home in Perry. He was born on October 26, 1951, in Buffalo, a son of the late Stephen and Edna Austic Gombos. On August 14, 1971, Gary married Katherine Joan Fox, who predeceased him on September 10, 2005

Gary lived a life shaped by hard work, practical skill, and the simple joys that brought him close to the people he loved. He worked as an iron worker, welder, mechanic, and millwright for several area businesses, bringing dedication and steady hands to each role.

Outside of work, he enjoyed tinkering, watching the Buffalo Bills, and spending time in the outdoors. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing and hunting with friends and family, and those times shared in the woods and on the water will remain treasured memories.

Gary is survived by his children, Dawn Gombos, Patricia Gombos both of Buffalo, and Adam Gombos of Fillmore. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Jasmine, Hunter, Alyssa, Shana, and Skylar, as well as his great-grandchildren, Isabella, Alyana, Everleigh, and Seonie. He is also survived by his brother Stephen “Skip” Gombos of Buffalo; his sister Gail (Joseph) Smith of Hamburg; his brother Greg (Cathy) Gombos of Springville and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his wife and his parents he was predeceased by his brother, Thomas Gombos and his sister-in-law, Linda Gombos

A family gathering will be held at a later date.

Memorials if desired to: Suzanne's Comfort Care Home Inc, 167 N Main St, Perry, NY 14530

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09/14/2026

Michael Dennis Ralph Grant

Honeoye --- Michael Dennis Ralph Grant, a resident of Honeoye, passed to the Glory of Christ on Tuesday, September 10, 2026 while he was doing what he loved, camping in his home state of New York. He was born on November 15, 1958 in Kingston, a son of the late Harold and Evangeline Osgood Grant. On May 18, 1996 he married Donna Hartman who survives.

During his camping adventures he had been to the highest peak in the Empire State where he heard bagpipes on the breeze, traversed the trails less taken and bushwhacked positive where most would be lost. He walked the forest, dipped the oar, and pulled the night watch at the fire where all around him were wrapped in sleep only to wake early to prepare chocolate chip pancakes.

Then at home it was family prayer at every meal without fail. He taught us how to pray, how to be useful, how to repair a car, how to be patient, how to love without strings and daily under his roof a kiss goodnight even if we didn’t deserve it.

Such is the highest attribute of an honorable man.

Fathers; tell your little ones you love them – that you’re proud of them like he did; these things they will never forget.

“Train your children the way they should go, and when they are old, they will not depart from it.” – Proverbs 22:6

Surviving in addition to his wife are his children, Aaron Michael (Sarah) Grant of Groton, SD, Daniel (Martha) Grant of Henrietta, Amanda Baker of Champaign, IL, C. Thomas (Rebecca) Calhoun of Walworth, Chelsea (Shaun) Young of Casselberry, FL, 14 grandchildren, Cyralina, Madeline, Evangeline, Aaron, Emma, Aiden, Ethan, Liam, Zoe, Luke, Tyler, Siera, Nadine and Sterling, his siblings, : David (Molly Wenke) Grant of Florida; Vicki Grant-White (Earl) of Houghton, Valerie (Michael) Smith of Caneadea, and Rebecca (Larry) Griffin of Palmetto, Florida and many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may gather from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Friday, September 18, 2026 at the Kopler-Williams Funeral Home located at 21 N Genesee Street, Fillmore. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 1:00 pm in the Houghton Wesleyan Church. Pastor Jon Cole will officiate. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Houghton.

For memorials, if desired, the family has requested that a tree would be planted in Michael’s memory.

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