Barbarito, Theresa, passed away on November 28, 2025, at the age of 87. Predeceased by her parents, Rocco (Teresa) Ligozio; siblings, Louis Rotunno, Lena Vacchetto, Fred Ligozio, and many more brothers and sisters. She is survived by her children, Cheryl (William) Jolly, Mark (Bonny) Barbarito, and Valerie (Mark) McManus; beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She worked at Brockport Central School for 25 years.
Private interment. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cancer Society.
BROCKPORT: Anderson, Martha E., 95, died on November 19, 2025. A longtime resident of Alaska, she spent recent years in upstate New York to be close to her grandchildren and great-granddaughter. While she lived a life of adventure, traveling the world, hiking the wilderness, and connecting with friends, she prioritized family. She is survived by her children, Stan Anderson, Ruth (Bradley) Brown, and Freya Anderson; grandchildren, Sarah (Charles) Liu and Kristen (Josh) Monro; great-granddaughter, Lydia Liu; stepsons, Will (Annie) Files III and Kirby (Amory) Files; three step-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, beloved friends, and honorary family members. She was preceded in death by her husband, Will Files; parents, Jasper Ward “JW” and Wilma Freeland Thompson; and siblings, Stan Thompson, Jerry Thompson, and Mary Thompson Eidem.
There will be two celebrations of life, one in New York and one in Alaska, to be announced by the family later. Donations can be made to Father Heart Missions (https://givebutter.com/BrownMemory) in Nicaragua or Habitat for Humanity (local or https://www.habitat.org). Arrangements entrusted to Fowler Funeral Home Inc., Brockport.
BROCKPORT: Bouwes, William G. (Bill), passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025. Predeceased by his parents, Nellie Pappas and William N. Bouwes; beloved daughter, Jordan; son-in-law, Dave Carnell; and his favorite dog, Tyson. Survived and much loved by his wife of 53 years, Nona; bonus daughter, Jillian (Joe) Howe; grandchildren, Hayden and Holden; brother, Nick (Joan) Bouwes; mother-in-law, Dorothy Guy; siblings-in-law, Colette Guy (Pat Suss), Cindie Carnell, Skip Guy (Kathy Kotas), and Ken (Donna) Guy; many cousins, nieces and nephews; and his pets, Ollie, Frosty, and Sheba. Bill was a Greece Central School retiree. He enjoyed HAM radio (KD2KCI), jamming with his banjo teacher, chatting with his PT, the Yankees, the Buffalo Bills, and remained a loyal Jets fan. Bill was a kind and tender-hearted person who was fun to be around. He couldn’t say “no” to any stray animal and rescued cats, turtles, birds, and even a pet rat.
A celebration of Bill’s life will take place on December 13, 2025, at 2 p.m. at the Brockport Firemen’s Exempts, 248 West Avenue, Brockport, NY. Donations can be made in Bill’s memory to either an animal shelter of one’s choice or to the Jordan Bouwes Memorial Scholarship, c/o Brockport Central Schools, 40 Allen Street, Brockport, NY 14420. To share a special memory of Bill, please visit www.Fowlerfuneralhomeinc.com.
CHILI: Myers, James Ross, died November 26, 2025, at age 79. He was predeceased by his daughter, Wendy Bus. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; children, Jessica Lee (William) Oakley, Michele Marie (Chris) Kolupski, Eric James (Recia) Myers, and Vanessa Nadine (Caleb) Brocious; son-in-law, Mark Bus; grandchildren, Auston (Anna) Bus, Gregory (Mariah) Oakley, Sophia Bus, Haydn Myers, Sabrina Oakley, Violet and Harrison Kolupski, Barric “Bear” and Bianca Brocious, along with a great-grandson expected in 2026; sister-in-law, Ruth Swanson; and several nieces, nephews, and dear friends. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. After completing his military service, he began a 40-year career with Xerox. Jim’s life was marked by devotion to family, faith, and perseverance—qualities that defined him from youth to his final days.
A Funeral talk will be held on Sunday, December 7, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 52 Ingress Park, Rochester, at 3:30 p.m. A Funeral reception will be held afterwards at Trusted Treasurez @ Creekside, 3765 Chili Avenue, Rochester. Arrangements entrusted to Leo M. Bean & Sons Funeral Home.
HILTON – Bauer, Daniel “Dan,” died unexpectedly after a brief illness on November 14, 2025, at the age of 74. He is survived by Elodie VerHulst and Lara Barco, whom he cherished as daughters; his beloved dog, Hamish; and many dear friends who were truly his family, including Fred Ryan, Bruno Glavich, Brooke Whitney, Kerry Sylvester, Alyse Bedford, Brett Whitney, Ron Whitney, Bernard McDavid, Sam Palumbo, Kenny and Terry Podgers, Matt Petrillo, and many more. Dan built an extensive and well-loved career as an auctioneer, a profession to which he dedicated decades of his life. A lifelong collector, Dan had a particular passion for antique toys, often delighting friends with the history and craftsmanship behind each piece. He was also a devoted Corvette enthusiast. His enthusiasm—for cars, collectibles, and life’s small pleasures—was infectious. Dan will be remembered for his generosity, his passion for projects great and small, and his deep love of animals and music.
Friends are invited to call on Monday, December 15, 2025, from 5 to 7 pm at Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Avenue, Hilton. Donations in Dan’s memory can be made to the Verona Street Animal Shelter, 184 Verona Street, Rochester, NY 14608—the shelter where he adopted his beloved dog, Hamish.
WATERPORT: Brown, Robert R. II (Bob), 70, seventh-generation farmer at Orchard Dale Fruit Farms, business owner of Brown’s Berry Patch, and founding partner of Lake Ridge Fruit Company in Albion, died November 23, 2025. He was born May 23, 1955, in Albion, the son of Ralph Reynolds and Claire Clement Brown. He was a graduate of Albion High School and Cornell University (College of Agriculture and Life Sciences), where he studied Pomology. Serving his community was central to who Bob was. During his professional farming career, he was a member of many associations: Orleans Cornell Cooperative Extension, Genesee Orleans Alumni Cornell Club, International Fruit Tree Association, New York Apple Association, and the Albion Rotary Club. He was also a former director of Albion Federal Savings and Loan, the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station (Cornell AgriTech), Cornell University Agricultural Advisory Board, Carlton Town Planning Board. He also served on the Farm Credit of Western New York and Farm Credit East board of directors. Most of all, Bob’s life was devoted to family, friends, and the succession of agriculture. Survivors include his loving wife, Deborah (Beers) Brown; two children, Robert R. (Beth) Brown III of Waterport, Sarah (Scott) Brown Bennett of Harwood, MD; mother, Claire Clement Brown; grandchildren, Emaline Brown, Addison Brown, and Robert Bennett; siblings, Dr. Leslie (Clark) Couse, Eric (Margy) Brown, Jill (Jon) Matthews.
Mass will be held in his honor at 11 am on Saturday, December 13, at Holy Family Parish-St. Joseph’s Church, 106 South Main Street, Albion. A celebration of life reception to follow will be announced at the Mass. Contributions in his memory may be made to Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, give.michaeljfox.org, and Holy Family Parish-St. Joseph’s Church. Arrangements entrusted to Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Albion. To share a special memory of Robert, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.
