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Remembrances, Memorials, Thank You...
from 5-16-23 ISSUE
by the-shopper
MaryAnn Machuga MaryAnn Machuga
BRADFORD, NY: It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of MaryAnn (Sutryk) Machuga, age 81, of Bradford, NY. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend. She passed away Saturday, May 6, 2023, at home surrounded by her family. MaryAnn was born on September 13, 1941, to the late Joseph and Genevieve Sutyrk. MaryAnn and Edward Machuga were married in Bradford on July 8, 1961. She was a life-long Bradford resident, the Bradford Central School Class of 1959 Salutatorian, and a regular parishioner at St. Stanislaus Church in Bradford. She will be fondly remembered for the love she had for her family, her quick wit, sense of humor and the sparkle in her blue eyes. She had a passion for sports, music, crossword puzzles, and she was a devoted Elvis fan. She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Edward J. Machuga and their beloved children Edward (Lori) Machuga II, Linette (Dick) Miller, Eric (Erica) Machuga, and David (Wendy) Stone; and her cherished grandchildren, Madison, Rhiannon, Richard, Blaze, Autumn, Taylor, Sara, and Ally. She is also survived by her brother, Frank Sutryk of Waverly, sister, Alice (Harry) House of Bradford, brother, Joseph Sutryk of Tennessee, sisters-in-law, Jean Sutryk, Nancy Machuga and elma Buckle, special Aunt Joanie Buck, along with many others she considered "her kids," several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, brother, Leonard Sutryk Sr., sister-in-law, Rhoda Sutryk and brothers-in-law, John Machuga, Richard Machuga, and David Machuga.
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Together, MaryAnn and Ed created a wonderful life together beginning with a 1500-acre farm with a picturesque view of the valley below, Machuga Farms. Later they built, and were successful business owners of, Ranch 226 Tavern and Ranch Grocery. MaryAnn was a hard-working businesswoman who seemed to be able to manage it all. She lovingly maintained the farm, and both businesses, all while raising a family. MaryAnn always made time for others, and she took many children into her home over the years. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
MaryAnn had a true love of games! She was a huge supporter of her children, grandchildren, and others, attending decades worth of sporting events, cheering loudly from the bleachers! She enjoyed weekly family card games, annual trips to the Little League World Series, cheering on her son, brother-in-law, and nephew from her booth at the former Black Rock Speedway, and passionately watching the NY Yankees and Bu alo Bills. e next time you're at a sporting event, know that she is there beside you, smiling and cheering loudly too!
Friends and family called on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at Fagan's Funeral Home in Bath, NY from 6:00PM-8:00PM. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial was held on ursday, May 11, 2023, at 11:00AM at St. Stanislaus Church, o ciated by Father Patrick Connor. Burial immediately followed the service at the Bradford Cemetery.
FAGAN’S FUNERAL HOME

31 W Morris Street, Bath, New York
Zorenia Houghtaling Houghtaling


BATH, NY: Zorenia Houghtaling, age 90, of Bath, NY died Sunday, May 7, 2023 at the Taylor Health Center. She was born June 11, 1932 in Bath, NY the daughter of the late Anton and Irene Parulski. Zorenia retired from the Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital a er 40 plus years as a receptionist.


She is survived by her husband of 70 years Isaac W. Houghtaling of Bath, sons; Kevin I. (Carol) Houghtaling of Elmira, NY and Gary (Cheryl) Houghtaling of Virginia Beach, VA grandson Aaron (Hallie) Houghtaling of Avoca, NY; brothers, Roger (Diana) Parulski of Bath, NY and David Parulski of Bath, NY, three step grandchildren and several step great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her son Aaron Houghtaling and brother Chester Parulski.
Family and friends were invited to Fagan's Funeral Home on ursday, May 11, 2023 from 4:00PM-6:00 PM for the visitation followed by a funeral service at 6:00PM with Father Pat Connor o ciating. Burial was in Bath National Cemetery.
