✞Our beloved Marilyn Mallaber, born April 30, 1936, was received by the Lord on January 11, 2020, to reunite with her husband, Clayton Mallaber; her mother, Edith Malcolm; and loved ones who have preceded her in death. She is survived by her two children, Jeffrey Mallaber and Julie Judy; five grandchildren; and sixteen great-grandchildren. Marilyn was an amazing cook and worked as a quality control inspector. Lovingly referred to as 'Gramma,' Marilyn is remembered for her strength of character in difficult times, her resourcefulness, and her excellent memory. Her witty sense of humor, storytelling, and sincere company will be sorely missed. Published in Ocala Star-Banner from Feb. 16 to Feb. 17, 2020.

✞Jeffery Scott Mallaber, aka “Jeffie Baby”, left this world on November 2, 2021.  His battle with glioblastoma has finally ended, and he is free of pain and confusion as he happily takes his place in the beautiful realm of Heaven. Jeff was born on November 10th, 1958, in Washington, D.C., to Clayton Ward Mallaber and Marilyn Behe Mallaber. Jeff leaves behind his wife of 40 years, Allison Mallaber, of Waterford, Vermont.  They met long ago at their place of work, Wonder Bread & Hostess Cake of Ocala, Florida. Jeff was smitten right from the first introduction to Allison, and Allison was head-over-heels for Jeffie. Jeff also leaves behind his three daughters, Elizabeth Bonasera (and husband Nate), Olivia Drechsel, son-in-law Christian Drechsel, all of Littleton, Colorado, and Alicia Mallaber of St. Johnsbury, Vermont. Nine grandchildren are now left without a Papa.  From oldest to youngest, they are Jacob (JJ), Zoe, Samantha, Lana, Jadalynn, Julius, Jace, Isabelle, and Josephine (Josie).  Jeff loved being a Papa, buying gifts, giving horsie-rides, reading books, and appropriately spoiling the grandchildren as only a Papa can do.  He even introduced them to his invented gyrating, 2-fingered personality, “Captain Voot”!

Many relatives are mourning the loss of Jeff.  His sister Julie Judy and her husband Ernie, Danielle and Chris Waymire, Krystal and Rod Cumbus, George and Diana Oram, James Oram, Dori and Bill Nanry, all of Florida, and Bev Doherty of Bedford, NH, many, many cousins, aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews. Jeff was preceded in death by his son-in-law Jacob Mercer of California, his mother and father, Marilyn and Clayton Mallaber, and mother-in-law Elaine Oram Cornett, of Florida, and brother-in-law Dan Doherty of New Hampshire.

Although Jeff graduated from Florida State University with a degree in Criminal Justice, his real passion was for medicine. He attended the University of Colorado Health Sciences College, and earned a degree as a Physician Assistant. Jeff's love of medicine and helping people was where he shined. He spent almost 13 years working for Urology Associates in Denver, Colorado, and almost two years with The Rocky Mountain Men's Health Clinic before being diagnosed with glioblastoma. 

Hiking in the Rocky Mountains with his family was an activity Jeff enjoyed.  He spent time with his many dogs over the years, and even some cats.  Jeff learned to love his wife's goats, sheep, chickens, and especially horses.  His golf score never improved to competition level, but he did have a mean swing, and often played in the Denver area.  He loved working out at the gym, swimming in oceans, lakes, and pools, and was known as “Runs With A Beer” after a close encounter with a shooter in a downtown Denver bar. Whether fishing in the ocean or a lake, Jeffie Baby could brag about his catches of enormous, toothy, man-eating fish with the best-of-them.

Jeff's generosity was a beautiful thing!  He donated money to many charitable causes, and also took a personal interest in helping people in dire financial straits to pay their rent, buy groceries, and obtain much needed vehicles.  Jeff's generosity was legendary. Jeff Mallaber is already greatly missed.  If you have any stories about Jeff you'd like to share, please send them to Jeff Mallaber  c/o 131 Lee Farm Road, St.  Johnsbury, Vermont 05819. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to GoFundMe,  “Jeff Mallaber's battle with brain cancer” or to “Spay Today” in Lakewood, Colorado. Memories and condolences may be shared with family at saylesfh.com.

✞Rosemarie (Manuele) Behe entered into rest Saturday, October 18, 2008 at Lockport Memorial Hospital. Born September 29, 1937 in Middleport, NY, she was the daughter of Carl and Helen (Stanglang) Manuele. Beloved mother of Debra Behe, Randall Silsby, Terry Scott Behe, Kathleen Scherver, Lynn Koplas, Lora Anne Merlo and the late William Cady Behe. Grandmother of 15. Great-grandmother of two. Dear sister of Fran Maygar of North Tonawanda, James Manuele of Colorado and Gary Manuele of Texas and the late Martha Lord, Katherine Gardnener and Josephine Walker. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at Taylor and Reynolds Funeral Home, corner of Transit and Niagara Streets on Friday at 11 AM.

✞Joseph F. Szell, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 in Buffalo General Hospital. Born on May 13, 1941 in Lockport, he was the son of Joseph and Florence Silsby Szell. Joseph served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He is survived by his husband, Michael J. Helman; son, Christopher D. (Diane) Szell; and three grandchildren. He was predeceased by his twin sister, JoAnn (Bill) Peters. Funeral services will be private. Condolences may be offered to the family at langefuneralhomeinc.com.

✞JoAnn S. Peters, of Lockport, NY, passed away on Tuesday, February 19, 2013, at home. Born on May 13, 1941 in Lockport, NY, she was the daughter of Joseph Szell and Florence Silsby Szell Landers. She and her husband, Earl W. "Bill" Peters were married on August 22, 1959, and together they owned and operated Peters Dry Cleaning for 48 years, retiring in 2007. Mrs. Peters was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels and Eastern Niagara Hospital, Lockport. She was an Elder of First Presbyterian Church, helped establish Happy Times Daycare Center, taught Sunday school and BETHAL Classes. Mrs. Peters enjoyed golf, bridge, reading, gardening, knitting and spending time with her family.. Surviving is her husband, Earl W. "Bill" Peters; two daughters, Valerie (Steve Seamans) Peters of Middleport and Renee (Lonny) Sullivan of Lockport; two grandchildren, Ryan and Cali Sullivan; twin brother, Joseph F. Szell of Gasport; sister, Julie Kane of Corning, NY; brother-in-law, Michael J. Helman of Gasport and several nieces and nephews.. Friends may call on Sunday 1:00-5:00 PM at LANGE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 186 East Ave., Lockport, NY. A memorial service will be held on Monday at 10:00 AM from First Presbyterian Church, 21 Church St., Lockport, NY. Memorials may be made to the church.. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.langefuneralhomeinc.com.

FACT SHEET

NY State Superfund Program

Site Name: Peters Dry Cleaning 

April 2014

DEC Site #: 932128

Site Address: 316 Willow Street; Lockport, NY 14095

Peters Dry Cleaning Update: Cleanup to Begin at Site

History: Peters Dry Cleaning has been operated as a dry cleaning facility since the late 1930s/early 1940s. Prior to its use as a dry cleaner, the facility was used as a clothing tailor shop. A Phase II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) identified petroleum and chlorinated solvent contamination in the soil and groundwater at the Site. Two storage tanks were also identified during the ESA. Based on the findings of the Phase IT ESA, DEC assigned Spill No. 0475193 to the Site. The two storage tanks were identified at the Site include a 1,000-gallon aboveground storage tank (AST) and an abandoned 6,000-gallon underground storage tank (UST). Both tanks were used to store heating oil prior to the facility being connected with natural gas. In April 2005, the AST and UST were removed in accordance with a DEC approved February 2005 Work Plan. These activities are documented in a June 2005 Closure Report.

During the abandoned UST removal, approximately 2 cubic yards of petroleum contaminated material (sand) were removed from the Site that had previously been placed into the UST unit as part of its interim or temporary closure. Some minimal petroleum contamination was also identified around the area of the UST. There was also approximately 30 tons of chlorinated solvent contaminated soil removed as part of an additional excavation activity. The 30-tons of soil contaminated with chlorinated solvent were disposed of as hazardous waste.