Family/Spouse: Caitlin. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Life story

Charles H. LaPress, 80, of Grand Island, NY, passed away on May 20, 2020.  Born on January 23, 1940 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Charles and Lyla (Reid) LaPress. 

In addition to his parents, Chuck as he was known, was preceded in death by his daughter, Gabrielle LaPress and brothers, Norm (Marie) and Don (Linda) LaPress.  Chuck is survived by his adoring son, Matthew (Caitlin) LaPress; the light of his life, grandson, Austin, as Chuck affectionally called him "bulldozer" and several nieces and nephews.

Chuck worked at Carborundum in Niagara Falls for almost 40 years.  He embraced all aspects of life.  Chuck loved being outdoors, swimming and  taking care of his yard.  He was a sports enthusiast who enjoyed watching the horse races, football, baseball and UFC fights.  Above all, Chuck loved spending time taking car rides with his son and grandson. 

All services are private.  Arrangements are under the direction of Michael R. Goodlander, OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME.  Share condolences at GOODLANDERCARES.com

Charles married REID, Lyla Helen on 1 Mar 1930 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Lyla (daughter of REID, Charles Vought and QUINN, Dora) was born on 23 Jan 1906 in New York; died on 4 Dec 1977 in Town of Lewiston, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Lyla Helen LaPress
YOUNGSTOWN - Lyla Helen LaPress 71 of 1729 Harrison Lane, died Sunday (Dec, 4, 1977) in Mount St. Mary's Hospital after a short illness. She was born in Niagara Falls and lived in Lewiston for 13 years and in Youngstown for the last 14 years. She was a former employee of the Shredded Wheat Co. and was a member of St Bernard's Roman Catholic Church. She was the wife of the late Charles P. LaPress, who died in 1954. Surviving are three sons, Norman of Youngstown, Charles of Niagara Falls, and Donald of Ransomville; two sisters, Mrs. Grace Allen and Mrs. Norman (Betty) Mulholland, both of Niagara Falls, and four brothers, Angus Reid of Niagara Falls, Daniel Reid of Ransomville, Donald Reid of Orman (sic) Beach, Fla., and James Reid. Also surviving are nine grandchildren. Mrs. LaPress was the sister of the late Joseph Reid. Funeral services will be held at the Otto Redanz Funeral Home, Inc., Michigan Avenue at 10th Street in Niagara Falls Wednesday at 8:45 a.m., and in St. Bernard's Church, Youngstown, at 9:30 a.m. Interment will be in Riverdale Cemetery. Friends may call today from 7 to 9 p.m. and Tuesday from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m.

Charles + QUINN, Dora. Dora was born on 13 Jun 1885; died in Jun 1939 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]