Explore New York’s musical roots at GCV&M’s Fiddlers’ Fair & Making Music Weekend

Genesee Country Village & Museum, in Mumford, will dig into the musical roots and folk traditions of New York State during the annual Fiddlers’ Fair & Making Music Weekend, coming up on Saturday, August 19, and Sunday, August 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors will enjoy a musical experience that brings together musicians on multiple stages for a weekend of nonstop entertainment. Settle in to hear the variety of performers, enjoy food and drink, explore the 19th-century Historic Village, and spend the day immersed in live musical performances. This event is sponsored by National Grid with media sponsor WXXI.

Explore the musical roots of New York State

Explore the musical stylings brought to New York State by laborers on the Erie Canal, listen in on a discussion around cultural expression, racial stereotyping, and appropriation involved in 19th-century minstrel shows, see a luthier crafting stringed instruments on site and learn about his process, enjoy a lively demonstration of Irish bagpipes (uillean pipes) and learn about the role this instrument played in shaping Irish-American music, explore development of the American Blues in New York State, and more.

New this year –take a master class

New for 2023, visitors to Fiddlers’ Fair & Making Music Weekend are invited to join regional performers and professionals for one-hour workshops included in the cost of festival admission. On Saturday, sit in on “Improvisation Made Simple & Learning By Ear” hosted by Howard Lester

(11:30 a.m.), “Introduction to Home Recording” hosted by Alfred Brown of Lowly Mountain Banjos, or “The Art of Harmonica” hosted by Thomas Hanney (2:30 p.m.). On Sunday, join “Playing with Others & How to Jam” hosted by Daniel Lynch (12:30 p.m.) or “Stage Presence & Audience Interaction” hosted by Howard Lester (1:45 p.m.).

Meet regional tradition-bearers

The festival will feature mainstays of New York State’s folk and historical music community. Special presentations include, but are not limited to: Tim Ball (“Upstate Crossroads,” an exploration of fiddle tunes from across New York State), Ted McGraw (learn about the relevance of accordions in our local musical history), and more. Other tradition bearers include Nils Caspersson, Mary Lester, John Ryan, Howie Lester, and Allen Hopkins.

Jamming Tent

The Fiddlers of the Genesee will once again sponsor the Jam Tent on the museum’s scenic Great Meadow – open to any visitors who arrive with instruments in hand ready to lend their talents to a tune. Visiting musicians are also encouraged to find spots throughout the museum grounds where they can indulge in impromptu jams.

Enjoy musical performances galore

Visitors are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket to settle in for a wide variety of musical performances all around the GCV&M grounds. Hear performances by The String Chickens, Almost Irish, The Out of Towners, Orleans City String Band, the Fancy

Find musical performances all across the grounds of Genesee Country Village & Museum during Fiddlers’ Fair & Making Music Weekend, coming up August 19 and 20.

Bandits, and Joe Beard & The Blues Union. (Performances vary between Saturday and Sunday.)

Plus, on Friday, August 18, GCV&M will host it’s last Summer Sunset Series outdoor concert of the season, with a performance by Rochester band A Girl Named Genny, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Learn more and purchase tickets: https://www.gcv.org/event/ summer-sunset-series/

Purchase tickets online in advance and save

Those interested in attending Fiddlers’ Fair & Making Music weekend are encouraged to purchase tickets online in advance to get early bird discount pricing – there is a small additional fee at the door for daily admission and special event tickets purchased day-of. Student musicians under 18 with instruments in-hand are granted complimentary admission for themselves and one chaperone (preregistration is necessary – student musicians can pre-register by emailing rward@gcv.org). Musicians wishing to sign up to play on the Main Stage will be refunded the price of admission upon signup. Visit https://www.gcv.org/event/fiddlers-fair-making-music-weekend/ to learn more and purchase tickets online.

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Conference offers whole-life development for women

Dr. LaShunda Leslie-Smith will be hosting the biannual EPIC Women’s Conference taking place August 18 and 19 at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center. The two-day series of workshops is a “whole-life conference” that will bring in hundreds of women from all over the region to take time to invest in themselves. The themes of the conference are Esteem, Passion, Inspiration and Courage.

The conference will offer workshops focusing on spirituality, professional development and lifestyle. More than 20 workshops are scheduled over two days and include topics such as getting started in the real estate business, understanding the power of Godly friendships, and more. There will be industry professionals and leaders presenting the workshops and keynote sessions, including Dr. LeslieSmith, Pastor Amanda Williams and Pastor Darla Edlin.

Close to 250 women attended the 2018 EPIC Women’s Conference and it received very positive reception. The 2020 virtual event garnered nearly 100 attendees. Late registration is open while space remains with the option to buy single-person passes, two-person passes, and a church group rate for 10 people.

“The reason I developed this confer- ence is because I do believe it’s important for us as women, as individuals, to really invest in ourselves,” Leslie-Smith said. “Not just for our job, but really exploring opportunities to learn more about the things we’re passionate about.”

Passes include access to three main keynote sessions, six breakout sessions, networking opportunities and all-day access to the Vendor Village (exhibit hall), featuring local and women-owned businesses. Hotel accommodations for guests will be available at both the Hilton Garden Inn - Downtown and the Hyatt Regency Rochester - Downtown.

For more about the EPIC Women’s Conference and to register, visit www.epicwomensconference. com.

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Local 4-H youth experience Japanese culture

Twenty-seven New York State families have begun the adventure of sharing their homes with a young person from Japan through the 4-H Youth Development program. The NYS 4-H Japanese Exchange program is an initiative of the New York State 4-H Office at Cornell University, in cooperation with County Cornell Cooperative Extension offices around the state. The

25 Japanese youth, ages 13 to 17, and their two adult chaperones arrived at the Syracuse International Airport on July 23 and connected with host families from all corners of New York state. The Japanese youth have been staying with host families who have a child of a similar age and will prepare to head home to Japan on August 18. The host families are located in 22 NY counties from Western NY, the Finger Lakes region, the Adirondacks and the Hudson Valley.

In Monroe County, the Rimkus family is hosting one of the Japanese delegates, Shunka Inagaki. Daughter Hannah shared, “It’s so much fun to show her around Rochester! From going to the beach to bike rides we have been having a great time! We are excited to take her to Seabreeze and on other day trips around the area.” Shunka bonded with the family right away. Shunka’s host mother, Amy Rimkus, also expressed that it has been fun to hear about Shunka’s life in Japan as well. “It’s been a way to learn about her culture and way of life and share a little about ours. I would recommend this program to anyone who is open to a new adventure!”

The New York State program is supported by a National nonprofit organization affiliated with 4-H called States’ 4-H International, based in Seattle, Washington. States’ 4-H International works with 4-H programs in nearly 20 states to coordinate inbound and outbound cultural exchanges ranging from one month to 10 months between 4-H youth and youth from Japan, South Korea, Norway, Costa Rica and many more countries. The 30-day summer Japanese program will provide an opportunity for nearly 550 Japanese youth to experience life in the United States this summer. For more information on the program, visit www.States4hexchange.org.

The goal of the 4-H International Exchange program is to encourage participating youth to gain a greater understanding and appreciation for cultural diversity, global connection, and civic engagement. 4-H is the nation’s largest youth development organization, reaching over six million youth through a community of young people across the U.S. and implemented through the Cooperative Extension System of the United States Department of Agriculture. The New York State 4-H program reaches over 170,000 youth per year, connecting them to hands-on learning opportunities in science, healthy living, civic engagement and agriculture and food systems. 4-H helps youth ages five to 19 from rural, suburban, and urban communities grow into competent, caring, contributing members of society. 4-H programs reach youth in every New York state county and the five boroughs of New York City. For more information on 4-H Youth Development, visit https://nys4-h.org/. Provided information and photo

Westside News

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EAST EDITION

Chili Area

Arrow Mart – 4179 Buffalo Rd.

Arrow Mart – 3774 Chili Ave. College Green Apartments – 45 College Greene Dr. Food Towne – 4390 Buffalo Rd.

Kwik Fill – 4385 Buffalo Rd.

Meadowbrook Apartments – 1 Meadow Farm S. Roberts Wesleyan University – 2301 Westside Dr. Union Meadows Apartments – Union Square Blvd.

Churchville-Riga Area

ANG Market – 7127 Buffalo Rd.

Babe’s Salon – 7 Fitch St.

Churchville Greene – Greenway Blvd.

Crosby’s – 2 East Buffalo St.

Ehr-Dale Heights – 1 William James Dr. Town & Country Trailer Park – 5839 Chili Ave.

Hilton-Parma Area

7 Eleven – 15 Lake Ave.

Ace Swim & Leisure – 610 North Greece Rd.

Arlington Restaurant – 4 Main St.

Crosby’s – 1228

Hilton-Parma Corners Rd.

CVS – 84 South Ave.

Hilton East – 231 East Ave.

Hilton Pharmacy – 32 Main St.

North Greece Deli – 502 Long Pond Rd.

Pleasure Lanes – 144 South Ave.

Tops Market – 98 South Ave.

Spencerport-Ogden Area

7 Eleven – 161 South Union St.

Abe’s Restaurant – 5232 Ridge Rd. W.

Big M Market – 1520 Spencerport Rd.

Brewski’s – 5019 Ridge Rd. W.

Byrne Dairy – 2295 Spencerport Rd.

DJ’s Pizza – 2139 North Union St.

Joe’s Mart Gas Station – 5028 Ridge Rd. W. NAPA – 380 South Union St.

Ogden Gardens, 20 Kingsford Lane

Ogden Senior Center – 200 South Union St.

Ogden Town Hall – 269 Ogden Center Rd.

Slayton Place – 26 Slayton Ave.

Spencerport Family Apothecary – 42 Nichols St.

Sullivan’s Charbroil – 4712 Ridge Rd. W.

Tops Market – 27 Slayton Ave.

Trowbridge Apartments – 67 Lyell Ave.

Valero Gas Station – 2371 Spencerport Rd.

Walgreens – 2841 Nichols St.

Yellow Goose Gas Station – 3512 Brockport-Spencerport Rd.

WEST EDITION

Bergen Area

7 Eleven – 8400 Buffalo Rd.

Bergen Meadows – 6619 N. Lake Rd.

C Store – 8073 Clinton St. Rd. (Route 33)

Hidden Meadows – Hidden Meadows Dr.

Ralph & Rosie’s Deli – 19 N. Lake Rd.

Rose Garden Bowl – 21 Buffalo Rd.

Brockport-Clarkson Area

Crosby’s – 8389 West Ridge Rd.

Seymour Library – 161 East Ave.

Wellington Woods – 702 Wellington Woods Dr. S.

Brockport-Sweden Area

Byrne Dairy – 5550 Brockport-Spencerport Rd.

Brockport Diner – 11 Erie St.

Crosby’s – 4614 Lake Rd.

Kwik Fill – 82 Main St.

Lift Bridge Book Shop – 45 Main St.

Mobil On the Run Gas Station – 4118 Lake Rd.

Royal Gardens Apartments – 100 Royal Gardens Way

The Landing – 90 West Ave.

Hamlin Area

Bradford Manor Apartments – 161 Victor Lane

Brightly’s Farm Market – 525 Drake Rd.

Crosby’s – 1449 Lake Rd.

Hamlin Library – 1680 Lake Rd.

Hamlin Terrace Apartments – 150 Hamlin Terrace

Hamlin Town Hall – 1658 Lake Rd.

Krony’s Pizza – 500 Hamlin Clarkson TL Rd.

Nina’s Golden Scissors – 1765 Lake Rd.

Pettinari’s – 918 Roosevelt Hwy.

Tops Market – 1800 Lake Rd.

Holley-Clarendon Area

Akley Apartments – 17179 4th Section Rd.

Crosby’s – 4541 Holley-Byron Rd.

Holley-Murray Area

Crosby’s – 35 State St.

Hickory Ridge Campground – 15853 Lynch Rd.

Holley Grove Apartments – 121 W. Albion St.

Holley Pharmacy – 3 Geddes St.

Crosby’s – 16672 State Route 31

Juxtapose Depot – 3570 Fancher Rd.

Murray Superette – 16573 Ridge Rd.

Woodside Court Apartments – 121 W. Albion St.

Kendall-Kent Area

Crosby’s – 16825 Roosevelt Hwy. Schwenk’s Winery – 1456 Bills Rd.

Death Notices

area brockport chili hamlin hilton holley •Silco, Donald L. “Don,” age 88, died August 4, 2023. He was predeceased by his parents, Herbert and Margarite (French) Silco, his brother, Marvin. Don is survived by his loving wife of 42 years Carol; children Linda Silco, Dale Silco, Jim Silco, Patricia (Robert) Kajfasz, Barbara Sands; grandchildren, Andy and Steven Silco, Daniel Schreiber, Hanna and Daniel Sands; several great-grandchildren; siblings Audrey Nersinger, Erma Coe, Richard Silco; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Don worked as a Produce Manager at various local grocery stores before he retired from Tops in Medina. He loved to golf, fish, camp and listen to country music in his spare time. kent

•Kanous, Ann (Florence) of Greece, died August 2, 2023 at age 90. She was predeceased by her parents, Gerald and Florence Whelehan; her husband, Roy Kanous (2015); and her grandson, Mason Kanous (2021). She is survived by her children, Jim (Sheila Beers) Kanous and Jerrie (Kenneth) Ruschak; her grandchildren, Amy (Tomasz) Religa, Michael (Irina) Ruschak, and Trevor (Lauren) Kanous; her five greatgrandchildren; her sisters, Mary Ritz and Joyce Streicher; and her sister-in-law, Eleanor Kanous. Ann was predeceased by her brother, Bernard Whelehan. Ann, as everyone knew her, was a life-long resident of Hilton/Greece. She was retired from her job at the Parma Town Hall, where she was Secretary to the Assessor. She was a member of St. Leo’s Catholic Church for many years. In her leisure, she enjoyed reading.

Ann’s Funeral Mass was held August 9 at St. Leo the Great Church, Hilton. Interment in Parma Union Cemetery. Contributions can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 200 Meridian Centre Blvd., Suite 110, Rochester, NY 14618 or to the Sally Edelman-Harry Gardner Cancer Research Foundation, PO Box 97, Hilton, NY 14468 in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

•McCabe, Thomas J., age 81, of Albion, died August 8, 2023. He was the son of the late Frances and Mary (Vagg) McCabe. Tom is survived by his wife of 61 years, Barbara; two children, Michael (Luis) Rosario McCabe of Churchville and Marc McCabe of Albion; grandson, Spencer Rosario McCabe of Churchville; brother-in-law, Lynn (Polly) Hill; nieces, nephews and cousins. Tom retired from the City of Rochester Police Department after 32 years. He was a member of the Appaloosa Horse Club of Western New York. Tom and his son, Marc, raised Appaloosa horses and showed them. Tom was a member of the Barre Town Board, Board member of Orleans County Cooperative Extension and was involved with the horse program.

Visitation followed by his Memorial Service was held August 11 at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home, Albion. Contributions in Tom’s memory can be made to the Richard Knights/Sue Kaderli Memorial Fund, Inc., P.O. Box 684, Medina, NY 14103. To share a special memory of Tom, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

•Fleming, Betty M. (Pendas), age 86, died August 8, 2023. She was born on September 27, 1936, to her late parents, Domingo Soruco and Luisa Rios Soruco in Cochabamba, Bolivia and spent most of her life in California. In Betty’s spare time, she liked to cook, sew, go out to eat, and go shopping. Betty is survived by her children, Mimi (Jeff) Reyngoudt, Debra Lumen, and Ann (Richard) Gaccione; her siblings, Charo (late Wally) Keiderling, Gonzalo (Blanca) Soruco, Viqui Soruco, Antonio (Carmen) Soruco, and Carmen (Alan) Simpson; grandchildren, Macy (Brandon), Lexi (Dan), Jackie, and Carly; several nieces and nephews.

Services for Betty will be held privately. Arrangements entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes of Holley. To share a special memory of Betty, please visit www. mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

•Burrows, Lawrence I., died August 5, 2023, at age 87. Predeceased by his wife, Barbara C. Burrows, and son-inlaw, Kirk Reber. Survived by his children, Susan Reber, Karen (Chris) Shadders, Larry (Tammy), and Bill (Nicole); grandchildren, Carson, Ben, Alex, and Lydia Reber, Mike, Jacob, Tyler and Josh Shadders, Abby (Lucas) Galbier, Gregory, Natalie and Theo Burrows; brother, Robert (Anita) Burrows; brother-in-law, Barry (Judy) Collins; sister-in-law, Karen Collins; and several nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Larry received a degree in Geology from Syracuse University at age 19 and worked for the NYS Highway Department as a Geologist after college but soon followed his passion for the world of finance to NYC. In New York, Larry landed a job as a broker on Wall Street that ultimately led him to Rochester where he spent his career as an owner at Brighton Securities on Monroe Avenue. He loved to play golf and spent most summers on the course at Ridgemont Country Club. He also loved to travel.

His Funeral Service was held August 10, at Pearce Memorial Church, North Chili. Private interment, Westside Cemetery. Contributions in his memory can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 200 Meridian Centre Blvd, Suite 110, Rochester, NY 14618. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.

•Flannery, Thomas L., died August 5, 2023 at age 94. Predeceased by his wife, Marie; daughter, Kathleen; brothers, Mike, John and Francis; and sister, Dorothy. Survived by his sister-in-law, Ethel Flannery; several nieces, nephews, dear friends and caring neighbors, Dave and Joan Rausch. Tom was a caring, private and devoted husband and father.

His Funeral was held August 10 at St. Pius Tenth Church, Chili. Interment, Holy Ghost Cemetery. Contributions can be made to Catholic Relief Services in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.

•Goula, Linda R., died August 1, 2023 at age 76. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Peter S. Goula; her children, Peter S. Goula of Lillington, NC, Cindy L. Goula of Elon, NC, and Derek A. Goula of Rochester; her grandchildren, Madison Lynn Greeson, Shannon Hayes Hobbs, and Levi James Sykes; her great-grandchildren, Rhylee Lynn and Casey Andrew Greeson; her brothers, Dave and John (Susan) Reynolds; and her sister, Sue (Ben) Kleimann. Linda worked at Eastman Kodak prior to being married. Once starting a family, she became a full-time homemaker, keeping the household running. Linda enjoyed sewing, was an avid gardener and helped friends and neighbors with her talents. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in Lakeside Cemetery. Donations can be made in memory of Linda to UR Medicine Home Care, 4180 Empire Boulevard, Webster, NY 14580. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

•Nettnin, Loren W., died August 5, 2023 at age 83. He was predeceased by his mother, Evelyn Nettnin; his son, Mark Nettnin; his brothers and sisters-in-law, Everett (Esther) Nettnin and Harry (Beatrice) Nettnin; and his brother-inlaw, William Brown. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Eleanor Westphal Nettnin; his daughter, Dawn (Larry) Staub; his daughter-in-law, Denise Nettnin; his grandchildren, Robert, Larry, Abby, and Kala; his great-grandson, Roman; his sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Karen (Bruce) Joba and Carol Brown; and several nephews. Loren was employed by Duffy-Mott Company in Hamlin and Eastman Kodak Company for many years. He enjoyed boating, waterskiing, fishing, and swimming. He was a fan of auto racing and camping.

His Funeral Service was held August 11 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., Hilton Interment in Lakeside Cemetery, Hamlin. Donations in memory of Loren can be made to St. John Lutheran Church, 1107 Lake Road North, Hamlin, NY 14464 or a charity of one’s choice.

•Bertolino, Roger J., died August 6, 2023 at age 89. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Diane; his son, Roy (Shawna) Bertolino; his grandchildren, Michael (Christine) Bertolino, Aidan Bertolino, and Lorelei Bertolino; and his great-grandchildren, Gianni and Gabriel Bertolino. Roger was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Julia Bertolino. Roger was a 20 year career Veteran of the US Marine Corps, achieving the rank of Gunnery Sergeant E7. He was a member of the American Legion and the VFW. In his leisure he enjoyed bowling and golfing.

Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at 10 a.m. at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, where Roger’s Funeral Mass will follow at 11 a.m. Interment at the convenience of the family. Donations can be made to St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, NY 14468 in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

•Blackburn, Brian, died August 6, 2023 at age 56. He was predeceased by his mother, Nelvia Blackburn and his daughter, Nicole Blackburn. He is survived by his children, Aaron (Danielle) Blackburn, Justin (Diana) Blackburn; his father, Kelly (Karen) Blackburn; his brothers, Shawn Blackburn and Brett (Jennifer) Blackburn; the mother of his children, Kathy Blackburn; and his nieces and nephews. Brian was the CEO, owner and founder of Precision Fire Protection. He loved Harley motorcycles, hunting, fishing, boating, spending time in the 1,000 Islands and especially spending time with his family.

Family and friends are invited to call on Sunday, August 13, 2023 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, 735 East Avenue, Hilton. Interment at the convenience of the family in Parma Union Cemetery. Donations can be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016 in Brian’s memory.

•Jock, Douglas J., died August 5, 2023 at age 58. He was predeceased by his parents, Donald and Pauline. He is survived by his companion, Emily; his children, Cassandra (Jake), Savannah (Dan), and Luke; his grandson, Colt; his brothers, Larry (Robin), and Greg (Cindy); the mother of his children, Pam Jock; and his nieces and nephews. Doug was retired from the Village of Hilton Department of Public Works, where he was a Heavy Equipment Operator. In his leisure, he enjoyed planting flowers and vegetable gardening, enjoyed cutting wood, riding his 4-wheeler, riding his John Deere gator around his property, treasure hunting and anything Halloween.

Visitation was held August 10 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, 735 East Avenue, Hilton. Interment at the convenience of the family. Donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 in his memory.

Services for Don will be held privately at Lakeview Cemetery, Brockport. Arrangements entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Holley. To share a special memory of Don, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

•Groat, Gregory A., age 68, died August 1, 2023. He was predeceased by his parents, Paul and Agnes (Schneider) Groat and his son, Joshua Groat. Greg is survived by his wife Onnalee “Liz” Groat; his children Sarah (Justine) Segear-Groat, Travis Baldwin, Onnalee O’Connor; grandchildren Little J, Merrick, Anderson, Zephyr; brother Paul (Kathy Sanfilippo) Groat; sister Judy Davenport, Charlene (Walter) Gilbert, Marilyn (Dick) Rink; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was a member of the St. Mary’s Athletic Club in Albion and the Operating Engineers Union IUOE #58. His Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, September 17 at the Laurelton Fire Department, 405 Empire Blvd. from 2 to 4 p.m. Burial will be in Irondequoit Cemetery, 3671 Culver Road, Rochester. Arrangements entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Albion. To share a memory of Greg, visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com

North Chili

•Krepps, Marilyn Jean (Crombach), died August 1, 2023, at age 83. Predeceased by her husband, S. Gill Krepps V, and her grandnephew, Alexander Shewey. Survived by her sister, Dorothy (Crombach) Shewey of Redmond, Washington; nieces and nephews Sheila and Byron Bishop of Seattle, John A. Shewey of Salem, Oregon, Michael and Stacy Shewey of Jacksonville, Florida, and David A. Shewey of Aumsville, Oregon; her seven beloved grandnieces and grandnephews; her cherished friend, Jim Derleth; best buddy, Sue Witzel, who supported her throughout her cancer care; her dearest, Betsy Pereira; cousin, Tom Crombach; and her many other friends. Marilyn worked the boom years at Eastman Kodak Company, where she was a comptroller. There she met her husband, Gill Krepps, also a Kodak employee. At Kodak, Marilyn was a founding member of an employee ski club. Marilyn enjoyed skiing with family and friends at Bristol Mountain as well as all over the US and Canada. Marilyn downplayed her sports prowess, but the family always said that if she had been born at a later time, Marilyn would surely have been in some professional sports league. She hit a hole-in-one at the Churchville West course, had frequent newspaper mentions with her bowling and softball scores, was playing golf with her buddies well into her cancer journey, and in her upper years, was still flying down the ski slopes. One of Marilyn’s most treasured activities was volunteering at St. John’s Nursing Home where, for many years, she was a mealtime and activities companion. She took the seniors on fun outings to Highland Park and other local venues. Marilyn had a ready laugh, a warm heart, and found joy in gathering her many friends and family near.

Family and friends are invited to her Funeral Mass at St. Pius Tenth Church, 3000 Chili Avenue, Rochester, NY 14624 on Saturday, September 23 at 10 a.m. Donations can be made to Lollypop Humane Society or St. Pius Tenth Catholic Church in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.

Spencerport

•Lockamyeir, Gary T., died August 5, 2023 at age 79. Gary is predeceased by his parents; two brothers and beloved sister, Jean. He is survived by wife, Jean Lockamyeir; daughters, Amy (Dale Attili) Lockamyeir, Sarah (Joe) Loverdi, Patricia (Diane Williams) Polcyn, Susan (Dorgan) Polcyn, Jean-Marie (Mark) Conrad; sons, John (Lindsay) Short, Richard (Kelly) Polcyn; grandchildren, Christopher, Stephen, Helena, Margaux, Jordan, Jacob, Ryan, Grace, Ryley, Alex, Joshua, Tyler, Camryn and Avery; several nieces and nephews.

Visitation and a Celebration of his Life was held August 10 at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport. Interment in St. John’s Cemetery, Spencerport. Donations can be made to The Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675 in his memory.

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Staff at Lutembe Umea Primary School in Uganda with the rainwater collection system that Merton Williams Middle School students and staff sponsored.

Merton Williams Middle School makes clean drinking water possible for Ugandan school

The rainwater collection system that Merton Williams Middle School students and staff sponsored this spring has been completed and is transforming the lives of people in Uganda. Because of Merton Williams’ support, clean water is now available for Lutembe Umea Primary School’s 12 staff and 473 students.

Previously, students and staff fetched water from an off-site borehole well. By bringing a rainwater collection system to facility grounds, Ugandan Water Project estimates that up to 1.50 miles of walking and 15.17 hours of collection time per day was eliminated for these students and staff.

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“We’re so grateful that Merton Williams Middle School chose to partner with the Ugandan Water Project to give water and give life to these schools for years to come,” said Jess Alinaitwe, director of community partnerships for Ugandan Water Project.

As part of their International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme service learning project, Merton Williams Middle School has partnered with the Ugandan Water Project for several years to sponsor projects that make clean drinking water available to the people of Uganda. Provided information and photo