Notes:

Michael Thomas Kralick, lifetime area resident, passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2018. He was 57. He was born in Niagara Falls on December 28, 1960, a son of George and Joan (Bird) Kralick. He attended local schools and graduated from LaSalle Senior High School in 1979. He worked as a chemical operator at Occidental Chemical where he was employed for 37 years.
He enjoyed hunting, spending time at his cabin and loved his motorcycles.
Mike is survived by his loving wife Jacqueline (Hanes) Kralick, his parents George Kralick and Joan Kralick, three children: Jayme (Matthew) Mahaney, Amanda Kralick and Michael Kralick and three grandchildren: Madelyn, Evelyn and Elijah. He is also survived by two siblings: Colene (Dean) Melson and Jaci (Mark) Kilmer and his father and mother-in-law Lynn and Sandy Hanes.
Friends may call at the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue on Sunday from 1-5 PM with funeral services being held immediately following the visitation at 5. Burial will be Monday in Niagara Falls Memorial Park Cemetery in Lewiston.

Michael + HANES, Jacqueline. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Life story

George W. Kralick passed away, surrounded by his family, on June 10th, 2022.

George was born, the youngest of eight children, on October 19, 1934 in Rossiter, Pennsylvania, to Louis A. and Mary (Krupa) Krolick. He spent his youth in Clymer, Pennsylvania, graduating from Clymer High School in 1952 and then following his siblings to Niagara Falls, NY. Later in 1952, George enlisted in the United States Army, where he proudly served as a member of the 2nd Armored Division, stationed at Fort Knox, Kentucky and Baumholder, Germany. After his honorable discharge in 1954, he married the former late Joan Bird and started a family.

George worked for Hooker Chemical, later the Occidental Chemical Company for over 40 years, retiring as a supervisor in 1996. An avid sportsman and naturalist, he spent many happy days at his hunting camp with his family in the Southern Tier hunting large game, fishing, and leading hikes with his children through the woods as they stalked salamanders and chipmunks.

George was a devoted fan of the New York Yankees and the Miami Dolphins, never missing a game or a chance to discuss their exploits. He could be found most weekends watching his teams with his children and grandchildren or traveling on excursions to take in the action firsthand. He would often recount how the early Dolphins team kept an actual Dolphin as a mascot who would celebrate a scoring play by tail kicking a field goal through a small goal post. George delighted in cheering on his favorite Dolphin, fellow Western Pennsylvania native, Dan Marino, and he never missed a chance to boast about the greatest Yankee ever, Micky Mantle. 

Later in life, George became a fixture at the John Duke Senior Center, helping to organize events and socializing with his many friends. He was also a proud member of the American Legion and served as a Post Commander of American Legion Post #1451. A devout Catholic, George served as head usher at Prince of Peace Church for many years.

George is survived by his daughters, Colene (Dean) Melson and Jacalyn (Mark) Kilmer; sister, Margaret Hahn; nine grandchildren, Jayme (Matthew) Mahaney, Amanda Kralick, Michael Kralick, Nicholas A. (Nicole) Melson, Rachael E. (Michael) Long, Kristopher D. (Jill) Melson, Leah C. Melson, Charlie Bifano, Samantha (Michael) Fadel, as well as twelve great-grandchildren, several nieces, and nephews. Besides his parents and his former wife, he was predeceased by his two sons, Thomas and Michael; his brothers, Joseph, Andrew, John, Louis and Michael and his sister Mary. 

George graciously donated his body to the University at Buffalo (Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences) Anatomical Gift Program.  The family will be present on Saturday, June 18th, from 12-2 p.m. at the OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (716-297-9007), where George’s memorial service and life celebration, concluding with military honors, will follow visitation at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. Mario Racho officiating.  Professional arrangements are under the care of the Goodlander family.  Share condolences and memories at GOODLANDERCARES.com 

George + BIRD, Joan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Lynn B. Hanes, age 79, of North Tonawanda, suddenly, January 9, 2018 in Buffalo General Hospital. Lynn was a former employee of the North Tonawanda Department of Public Works, retiring in 1995. He loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed antique cars, attending car shows, the Bills, the Sabres, Survivor, and Jeopardy! Most of all he loved spending time with his dear wife of 56 years, Sandy.
Beloved husband of Sandy (Failing) Hanes. Dear father of Craig (Julie) Hanes and Jackie (Late Mike) Kralick. Grandfather of Alexandria (Justin) Marshall, Lynn (Akua) Hanes, Jacob Hanes, and Emily Hanes. Great-grandfather of Ari Hanes.
In honor of Lynn, the family requests everyone wear blue jeans and flannel shirts when calling at the Fretthold Funeral Home Inc. 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. in North Tonawanda on Sunday from 2 - 5 P.M. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Monday at 10 A.M., the Rev. Keith Knupp will officiate, interment in Niagara Falls Memorial Park. If so desired memorials may be made to St. Mark Lutheran Church. Guest register available at frettholdfuneralhome.com

Lynn + FAILING, Henrietta. Henrietta (daughter of FAILING, William and PAWLIK, Rose) was born about 1940; died on 3 Apr 2023 in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Henrietta Hanes (aka Sandy), age 83, of North Tonawanda, passed away unexpectedly at home on April 3, 2023.
She will be greatly missed and loved by all who knew her.


Wife of the late Lynn Hanes; Loving mother to Craig (Julie) Hanes and Jackie Hanes; Beloved grandmother to Alexandria (Justin) Marshall, Lynn (Akua) Hanes, Jacob Hanes, and Emily Hanes; Great grandmother to Ari, Nolan, and Lucas. Sister of Geraldine Abramo. She was predeceased by her 4 brothers Donny, Billy, Butch, and Shorty Failing.


Friends and family may call at Fretthold Funeral Home, located at 1241 Oliver Street, in North Tonawanda, on Thursday April 6th from 4pm - 7pm. A funeral service will be held at Fretthold Funeral Home on Friday, April 7th beginning at 10am. Condolences may be shared at FrettholdFuneralHome.com.

Louis + KRUPA, Mary. Mary and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

David + MURPHY, Alice. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

North Tonawanda NY Evening News - 10/11/1974

HANES - Frank H. Hanes.
73. Wednesday (Oct. 9,1974) at
DeGraff Memorial Hospital
after a brief illness. Mr. Hanes
was a lifelong resident of North
Tonawanda. a member of St.
Mark Lutheran Church, and
former employe of Buffalo
Pumps, retiring in 1969.
He is survived by his wife.
Gertrude (nee Klein) Hanes;
two sons. Marvin Hanes of California
and Lynn B. Hanes of
North Tonawanda; four grandchildren;
two great-grandchildren;
a brother. Albert
Hanes and three sisters. Mrs.
Mabel Furio, Mrs. Lillian
Schweichler and Mrs. Arnold
(Alice) Beasock. all of North
Tonawanda, several nieces
and nephews

Frank + KLEIN, Gertrude. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William + PAWLIK, Rose. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]