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George W. Swanson
We wish to express our deepest gratitude to all our friends, neighbors, and relatives for the fl owers, food, cards, and memorials sent at the time of George’s illness and passing.
It is such a comfort to know so many people share our loss. ank you & Blessings, Joyce and Family
WHAT IS A TRUST?
A trust is a relationship in which another party is given authority to handle a person’s assets for the benefi t of that person’s benefi ciaries. When making a trust, a person will need to designate someone as a trustee, who will be tasked with distributing assets in accordance to the terms dictated in the trust. There are many types of trusts, and working with an attorney who specializes in estate planning can help men and women determine which type of trust, if any, is best for them.
Judith Marie Salter (Sanderson) July 3, 2021
Lakeville, NY: Judy passed peacefully on July 3, 2021, at Noyes Memorial Hospital in Dansville, NY. She was born on June 2, 1942 in Rochester, NY to the late Kenneth and Lucille (Paul) Sanderson. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her grandson, Kenneth Salter and her brother, Robert Sanderson. Survived by her loving children, Scott Salter of Rochester, Michael (Carolyn) Salter of Livonia, Christine (Douglas Major) Millet of Lakeville, Gary (Susan) Salter of Avon, and Traci Salter of Brighton; grandchildren, Lyndsey (Dave) Kurtz, Katie ( Jeremy) Lawrence, Abby Salter (Daniel Christian), Emma Salter, Kimmy Salter, Sean (Leah) Garvey, and Brandon Anderson; great-grandchildren, Joey and Sophie Salter-Kurtz; siblings, Marjorie Van Atta of Greece, Kenneth Sanderson (Brenda Hale) of Spencerport, and Carol (Steve) Ferran of Livonia; also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Growing up in Rochester, she graduated from West High School in the class of 1960. She summered with her family on Conesus Lake, enjoying shing, boating and summer sports. Judy raised her 5 children in the Livonia community and worked in the Special Education Department of the Livonia School District for more than 30 years. Being an avid lover of animals, Judy volunteered at local rescue and educational groups. Countless hours of her time were spent fundraising for Toys for Tots and the American Cancer Society. Family and friends called ursday, July 8th, 2021 from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY where Judy’s Funeral was held at 10am on Friday, July 9th, 2021. Burial followed at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Geneseo, NY. In lieu of owers memorial contributions may be made to Gordy and Friends, PO Box 41, Honeoye, NY 14471 or online at www.gordyandfriends.org/ donate.htm, or to the Livonia Volunteer Ambulance, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY 14487.
To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com 585-346-5401 Sandra Fox Brennan June 29, 2021 Geneseo: June 29, 2021, at age 78 years, of natural causes. Survived by her daughter, Dr. Christine E. Brennan (Craig S. Feder) of Glen Ridge, NJ. Grandchildren: Liam Feder and Aurora Feder; sister-in-law, Gladys (Walter) Riechmann of MN; nieces by marriage, Barb (Tom) Pedersen and Deb Riechmann. Also survived by so many dear friends and former colleagues. Sandra (Sandy) passed away peacefully from natural causes. She was born in Odessa, Texas in 1942 and grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She received a BA in Geology from Washington University in St. Louis, MO, in 1964. at same year she married William J. Brennan (d. 2016) and they remained together for more than 50 years. Early in her career she worked at the U.S. Geological Survey in Colorado and she taught high school math in Mt. Morris, NY shortly after moving to Livingston County in 1968. Sandy received a Master’s in Geology from the University of Bu alo in 1977. Beginning in 1978, she embarked on an impressive career at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation in East Avon, NY. As Senior Engineering Geologist, she was the rst woman to work at that location in a non-clerical position. From 1987 to 1996 she worked at the New York State DEC in Albany as Bureau Director of the Division of Mineral Resources. While in Albany she received a second Master’s in Public A airs from Rockefeller College at the University of Albany. In 1996 Sandy returned to the DEC in East Avon as Natural Resources Supervisor, where she was in charge of Minerals, Fish, Wildlife, Land and Forests, Wetlands, and the Genesee Valley Greenway. She retired in 2003 after 25 years of service. Following her retirement, Sandy continued to pursue many wideranging interests, but especially in local government where she served Livingston County and the Village of Geneseo in numerous capacities. She served as County President of the League of Women Voters, as a volunteer on the Geneseo Central School Board’s Citizen Advisory Committee on Energy and Conservation, as Vice Chairman of the Genesee Valley Environmental Association, as a member of the Village Board for 12 years and as Deputy Mayor for 6 years. Her tireless e orts in support of the community is perhaps her most enduring legacy. In 2019 the Geneseo Young at Heart Club and the Town of Geneseo recognized her as a Geneseo Seniorama Honoree. In retirement Sandy also worked as a certi ed and award-winning mediator for the Center for Dispute Settlement for 16 years. She served as a member of the Board of the Livingston County Historical Society Board for 5 years, 3 of those years as President. Sandy was also actively involved in numerous clubs, such as the Monday Evening Class where she served as Vice President and President and as a member of the local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. A consummate world traveler, Sandy was always ready to leave on a moment’s notice whether it be Paris or Kathmandu. As a lover of nature and the environment, she was committed to preserving ora and fauna of all kinds for future generations. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held within the next few months. Arrangements entrusted to the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., Livonia-Honeoye. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com 585-229-2444
Eileen M. O’Brien – Stokes May 20, 2021 Bonita Springs, FL/Conesus Lake: On ursday, May 20, 2021 Eileen Mary O’Brien – Stokes, 77 years old, took her last breath within this world, surrounded by those she loved. Eileen is predeceased by her stepdaughter, Sheryl A. Stokes and by her sister, Margaret Jacobs. Eileen is survived by her one true love, David, and her three ercely independent children: Analisa Dominic (Kevin Bailey), Kevin Dominic (Beth), Jennifer Dominic ( Jim), Je rey Stokes (Lin). e most precious of those she has left behind are her eleven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She is also survived by three amazing sisters, Sharon Gri th (Cli ), Susan Radcli (Mike), and Mary Ellen (Terri) Lee. Friends and family are invited to call from 3PM to 6PM on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia, NY. A Memorial Mass will take place at 11AM on Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at St. Matthew’s Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Rd in Livonia, NY. Interment will take place privately at Oakwood Cemetery in Pen eld, NY. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com (585) 229-2444
Coping with the death of a loved one is never easy. Dealing with a sudden, unexpected death of a beloved friend or family member can be even more diffi cult, especially for those people who have to make important fi nancial decisions while grieving. To remove the burden and stress associated with funeral planning, many adults preplan their funerals. Adults can be as specifi c as they prefer to be when preplanning their funerals, and doing so gives relatives peace of mind knowing that their loved ones’ funeral services were conducted in accordance to their own wishes.
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“A child educated only at school is an uneducated child...” ~ George Santayana
It seems likely that professional educators subscribe without reservation to Santayana’s “thought.” Some parents seem to feel that the public schools are fully responsible for the education of their children, and they feel absolutely no responsibility for assisting. Indeed, the “support” from such homes may be negative. The schools have a child for a few hours each day. It is in the home where children learn some of the most important lessons. The parents who truly love their children will do all they can to supplement the school’s efforts, especially in the examples they set. We recognize the need of some families for a minimum services at minimum cost. We offer immediate disposition when such service best meets a family’s needs.
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e family of James M. Sheehan would like to express their sincere appreciation to all friends and family who have o ered support and kindness during this di cult time. Special thanks to the Livonia EMS crew for their quick response and invaluable aid, and to Steve and Donna of e Twin Silos for generously providing their beautiful venue to neighbors in a time of need.
CREATE AN ENDURING MEMORIAL FOR A LOVED ONE Fund renovations at museums, schools or arts centers. Another way to memorialize a loved one is to make a donation to his or her favorite organization. Donors’ names routinely are memorialized on walls, fl oors or plaques on buildings.
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COMMON TERMS FOUND ON FOOD LABELS
Processed: Many consider processed foods to be bad and loaded with additives. But that’s not always the case. The USDA defi nes processed as foods that have undergone a change of character. For example, cut, prewashed spinach qualifi es as a processed food.
Magic Maze
EGYPTIAN CITIES
by Kevin W. Dougherty and Michael P. Dougherty GRAVE STONES
The term “gravestone” is derived from the Jewish custom of visitors placing stones at the head of the grave as a means of honoring the deceased. This tradition of placing pebbles on a grave dates back thousands of years. Yet, the exact origin of the practice remains unclear. One explanation is based on the belief that Jewish priests, at the time of the Temple in Jerusalem, became ritually impure if they came within four feet of a corpse. To guard against this possibility, graves were marked with piles of rocks to warn the passing priests to keep their distance. Today, the tradition is largely followed so that cemetery visitors can show that the grave has been visited and tribute paid. A funeral is a meaningful event that can help ease the pain of separation that naturally accompanies death. It is a time when respect, concern, and appreciation for a life that has been lived can be expressed in a sincere manner. To meet the unique needs and budgets of every family we serve, KEVIN W. DOUGHERTY FUNERAL HOME offers a diverse range of funeral services and products. Please give us a call to learn about our funeral services. If you have any questions about our funeral and memorial services, please call (585) 346-5401. We invite you to tour our facilities at Livonia and Honeoye, NY. QUOTE: “Tombstones covered the dale, the smooth marble surfaces bright. She had spent days here as a teenager, though not out of any awareness of mortality. Like every adolescent, she intended to live forever.” ~ Thomm Quackenbush
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TIPS FOR STAYING SAFE AND CONNECTED DURING A MOVE
NOW HERE’S A TIP
By JoAnn Derson
* Get cobwebs off a window screen with a lint roller. * Want to make that summer at-home pedicure last? Don’t skip the base coat or a UV topcoat. The base coat will allow the color to adhere evenly and better. Then the topcoat will protect the color from the sun while giving it a little extra shine. * “Use an over-the-door shoe holder to house your makeup and hair accessories, plus jewelry and other personal items. You can trim a curtain or piece of fabric to fi t over the length of it, and tie it to the top if it looks too messy in your room.” -- M.K. in North Carolina * Use this trick to freshen your stuffed animals. Dust with baking soda and put several together in a large paper grocery bag until it’s half full. Fold the top of the bag down and shake vigorously. Remove the stuffed friends and shake off any excess baking soda. For good measure, put the dustedoff toys in a low- or no-heat dryer cycle for 10-15 minutes. * Hashbrowns can be made on a waffl e iron. Coat liberally with canola oil or butter-fl avored nonstick spray, and add shredded potatoes and fi nely diced onion. Allow the iron to cook the potatoes to your desired level of crispness, and fl ip out both sides onto a plate. They will be both crisp and soft! * Honey has amazing properties, and one of them is its antiseptic powers. You can even use it on pimples. Just a tiny dab will help keep bacteria responsible for breakouts from taking over.
(NAPSI) — Planning a move can be stressful, but planning a move in the midst of an unprecedented pandemic brings a new set of challenges. Stay safe and connected with some smart pre-move planning; here are some tips: Follow Approved Protocols — If you can’t postpone your move, take extra precautions before moving in to ensure your new place is clean. Follow general disinfecting guidelines set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Among other surfaces, disinfect doors, door handles, bathrooms, kitchen appliances, countertops and—something many people don’t really think about—cabinet and doorknobs as well as light switches. Safely Stay Connected — New work-from-home protocols and online schooling mean reliable Internet connectivity is more important than ever. Prior to your move, SmartMove can connect you to your local provider and help arrange new Touchless Installs that let you safely connect your tech services yourself. Cable companies deliver equipment with step-by-step activation information so you can set up your system on your own, or with support over the phone, online, through chat functionality or video tutorials. In most cases, no technician will need to enter your home. Keep in Touch & Maintain Daily Routines — You may be staying in more, but don’t forget to take a break from unpacking boxes. Use your new online connection to fi nd delivery services to help stock your pantry and fridge and refi ll prescriptions. Your new house will feel more like home if you take time to watch your favorite shows, maintain your exercise program or explore online courses that can help you discover new talents or resume old hobbies. Don’t forget to connect with friends through group video chats or viewing parties—you can even take your friends and family on a virtual tour of your new place!