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Potter, NY - Carolyn Jensen Rigby, age 84, passed away suddenly on Friday (April 2, 2021) at her home. Friends may call on April 8th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home in Gorham, NY. A private funeral service will be held at a later time. The burial will be in Gorham Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Carolyn‘s name to Yates Baptist Church (1136 E. Yates Center Rd., Lyndonville, NY 14098). Carolyn was born on Octo...ber 24, 1936, the daughter of Carl and Grace (Curtis) Hey. She was a graduate of Middlesex Valley Central School. Carolyn retired from the Finger Lakes Race Track, where she worked as a teller. Carolyn is survived by her husband, Duane Rigby; 3 children, Candy (Ron) Secor, Terry (Karen) Jensen and Todd (Jean) Jensen; a sister-in-law, Sonia Hey; as well as 9 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Carolyn was predeceased by her parents; a son, Tim Jensen; her first husband, Otto Jensen; and two brothers, Ken and Doug Hey. Please visit www.kenperkinsfuneralhome.com to send a message of condolences to Carolyn’s family. See more

On Saturday, April 3, 2021, Jevon Thomas Hey was suddenly called by God. He was 37. Jevon was born July 26, 1983. The youngest of three, he was precocious, sweet, loving, sensitive and funny. To everyone’s benefit, he kept these attributes throughout his life, bringing joy and fun to all who loved him. Spending time with family meant everything to him, and experiencing music - playing, singing, writing - was not only a way to connect with others, but to express and attempt to... heal himself. He wanted the world to hear his words through his music, and together with his brother, Justin, and cousins, Roger Hey and Joshua and Jordan Ripley, he did so. Their band, Hey’s Enterprises (aka Wooden Spoon Survivors), played locally and hosted their annual Hey Day event at Justin’s home. In addition to his musical talent, Jevon possessed an aptitude for everything mechanical. He would readily fix and tinker should anyone need help. Cars, motorcycles, the Steam Pageant - these were all interests he enjoyed. Appropriately, Jevon was employed by Coach and Equipment in Penn Yan. Encouraging Jett’s musical endeavors and walking trails with Melissa and the kids were favorite activities. As an infant Jevon was baptized by The Reverend Dr. Ed Kennedy, pastor of Rushville Congregational Church. He remained a member of the church his entire life. Jevon is survived by his son, Jett Justin Hey; parents, Jeff and Robin (Helfer) Hey; sister, Jenn and brother-in-law, Sean Freeston, Iron Station, N.C.; brother, Justin and sister-in-law, Delana (Brott) Hey; grandmother, Sonia (Flynn) Hey; grandfather, Larry Helfer; cherished companion and love of his life, Melissa Loftis and her five children; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews who will fondly remember Jevon’s wit, humor and devotion to family, always and forever. He is joined in Heaven by his uncle, Jim Hey; grandfather, Ken Hey; and most recently, grandmother, Margaret Lake. Having struggled with addiction both publicly and privately, Jevon’s family hopes his life will inspire others to find the courage to seek help. He was six years sober when he passed. A family service is planned for Saturday, April 10, 2021 at 2 p.m. at Rushville Congregational Church. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at noon. Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home is assisting the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Habitat for Humanity of Ontario County, NY, 3040 Co Rd 10, Canandaigua, NY 14424 or online at https://ontariohabitat.org/donate. Please visit www.kenperkinsfuneralhome.com to send a message of condolence to Jevon’s family. ____________________________________________________

On Monday evening, March 29th, 2021 at FF Thompson Hospital Gertrude A. Watkins passed suddenly, but peacefully, into the kingdom of Heaven. Gertrude Alice Holdren was born on April 20, 1933, she was the oldest of three daughters in the family of Howard H. and Ocie Mae (Worthington) Holdren in Lungerville, Pennsylvania. Gertie was born at home, where they also operated a general store. Within the next decade the family moved to the family farm near Millville, Pennsylvania, wh...Continue reading

Avelino Gonzalez fàllecio el 18 de Marzo en El Hospital de Geneva. `El era conocido por su amabilidad y por tomar encuenta a otros; un heroe a todos. Èl llevo sus amigos y familia abajo de sus allàs. Los amigos pueden visitor de 10 a 11 a.m. el jueves 25 de Marzo en la Iglesia Adventista de Sèptimo Dìa de Geneva. Seguirà un funeral a las 10 a.m. en la iglesia El entiervo sera en el Cementerio de Whitney.... Avelino naciò en Guatemala y llego en Estados Unidos a la edad de 17. Èl trabajo para Pedersen Farms como un lider por màs de treinte anos. Avelino se caso con Edelmira Perez en febrero 18, 2017. Avelino tubo seis hijos, Alfedo, Luis, Alex, Rigoberto, Jennifer y Alicia. Ademas de ser un hombre de familia y un buen trabajador. Èl tenia talento musical. Avelino podia tocar la guitara, piano, accordion, bajo y el podia cantar. Avelino orgullosamente tenia 6 guitaras, 2 bajos, 2 pianos, la bateria, un accordion, una trumpeta, y bosinas y microfonos. El tenia muchas mascotas. Y èl le gustava mantener a los pajaros y pescar. Avelino encantava la naturaleza y pensava en el creation de Dios. Avelino comenzo a ir al iglesia SDA en 2019. El fue a Mexico en diciembre 2020 y regreso en enero 2021. En ese viaje, el entrego su vida a Cristo en frente de sus amigos y familia. Avelino comprado su propio Bilia y su inmario para traer de vuelta a casa. No mucho tiempo despues, comenzo a leer el libro de Psalmos. Antes de fallecer, su hermana, Berna, estava leyendo Psalmos 23 y 24. Ella describe cuando èl estava falleciendo èl tenia calma y tranquilidad como si èl vio a Dios, llamando a `el. Aunque Avelino ya no esta con nosotros en vida, el siempre va estar con su familia y amigos espiritualmente. Visita www.kenperkinsfuneralhome.com mandar un mensaje de condolencia a la familia de Avenido.

Rushville- Carla J. Hobart, age 69, passed away on Monday, November 16, 2020. Services will be private, with a springtime Celebration of Life. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospeace House, 78234 Rte. 33, Naples, NY 14512; or the Middlesex Hose Company, P.O. Box 145, Middlesex, NY 14507.... Carla was the daughter of the late William and Helen (Schultz) Hobart. She was a graduate of Marcus Whitman High School. Carla had a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing. She worked as a Home Health Aide for many years in Rushville and in the Canastota, NY area. Carla enjoyed doing crafts. Carla is survived by one daughter, Heather (Tyrone) Riley of Canastota; three grandchildren, Mikhayla Riley, Morgan Riley and Nolan Riley; one brother, Lyle (Paula) Hobart; one sister, Sylvia Grover; several nieces and nephews; and dear friends, Annie Robinson and Bonnie Sexton. Carla was predeceased by her husband, Richard Frayer; one daughter, Tonia Frayer; her parents; and her brother-in-law, Floyd Grover. Please visit www.kenperkinsfuneralhome.com to send a message of condolence to the Hobart family.

Geraldine Ann Airth Gorham/Virginia Geraldine A. Airth passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2020 at the age of 82. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Lee Carston Airth, currently of Virginia and her four children; Debbie (Terry) Herzberg of Middlesex, Jeffrey (Kelly) Airth of Gorham, Kim (Joseph) Healy of Ohio, and Lynn (Thomas) Sauro of Virginia, and a proud grandmother to 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Sharon (Le...o) Butera of Lancaster, NY and brother David (Grace) Hughes of Seminole, Florida. Gerry was a long time resident of Gorham where her and Lee raised their family. After working several years at Hobart and William Smith College in Geneva, Gerry enjoyed her retirement years in Florida and then later moved to Virginia. There will be no prior calling hours with a family memorial service to take place at a later date. See more

Middlesex- Robert W. Garlock, age 66, passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2020. The family will be present to receive friends on Saturday (Nov. 21) from 3 6 P.M. at the Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home in Gorham. Robert was born on December 28, 1953 to Robert E. and Nancy P. (Pratt) Garlock. He was a graduate from Victor High School, Class of 1972. Robert was a former member of the BMW Motorcycle Club. He was employed by Ontario County Department of Public Works.... Robert is survived by his father, Robert E. Garlock; three daughters, Rebecca Harford, Elizabeth Garlock and Ellen (Dave) Gordon; 9 grandchildren, Kayla Harford, Cameron Harford, Sunnilyn Perrone, Tyler Webster, Miranda Dunton, Kylee Dunton, Haley Gordon, Nathan Gordon and Liliana Gordon; his brothers and sisters, Cheryl McLaughlin, Timothy Garlock, Susan Guilfoil, Thomas (Loren) Garlock, Amy Sykes and Scott (Val) Garlock; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. Robert was predeceased by his mother, Nancy P. Garlock. To send a message of condolence to the Garlock family, please visit www.kenperkinsfuneralhome.com.

Penn Yan Debra J. Cooper, age 65, passed away Friday, Nov. 13, 2020 at Hospeace House in Naples, after a long battle with cancer. Services will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospeace House, 7823 Rte. 33, Naples, NY 14523. Debra was born Sept. 18, 1955 in Canandaigua, NY. She was the daughter of the late Durwood Benjamin Bassett and Ruth Gavette Bassett. Debra was a full-time homemaker. She enjoyed cooking and sewing for her family. Debra was a member ...of the Salvation Army in Canandaigua. Debra is survived by her husband, David A. Cooper; four children, Viki (Jeff) Bollen, Earl Williams, Jennifer (Howard Van Sickle) Wilkins and Heather (Todd) Gooding Cooper; several grandchildren, and several brothers and sisters, nieces, nephews and cousins. Debra was predeceased by two brothers, Robert Bassett and Gene Bassett. Please visit www.kenperkinsfuneralhome.com to send a message of condolence to the Cooper family. See more

Stanley- Lawrence D. Caward, age 94, passed away Friday, Nov. 6, 2020 at F.F.Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua with his daughter by his side. Lawrence, who often went by Larry, was born August 19, 1926 in Rochester, NY. He served in both the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force in Europe 1948-1952. Lawrence attended Alfred University for agriculture following his tour of duty. Lawrence operated Wee Rill Farms for over 50 years before he started renting out his fields to other f...armers. In 1987 he retired from NYSEG after serving 25 years as a Gas Fitter. Larry was a member of the Reed Corners Federated Church. He had served as Adjutant for the Geneva American Legion Winnick Post #396; and Past-Chaplain and Post Commander for the former American Legion Robson-Savage Post #546. He could be found at the livestock market or regularly at local diners for lunch and was known to say miserable as ever (with a twinkle in his eye) if asked how he was doing. He was a great lover of classical music (even getting the nurses to play it in his hospital room), and passed time at home working on crossword, sudoku, and find a word puzzles. Lawrence (Larry) was easily recognized and well loved by the community and will be sorely missed. Lawrence is survived by two daughters: Diane(Geral) Carmel and Michelle Caward; a sister and a brother: Juanita(Donald) Eaton and Lyle(Jean) Caward; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Norma J. (Tinney) of 46 years, and sisters: Evelyn Helmer, Unadeh Caward and Velma Lauwaert. Services to be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Legion: Winnick Post #396 in Geneva; the VFW; or the American Heart Association. Please visit www.kenperkinsfuneralhome.com to send a message of condolence to the Caward family. See more