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| 30801 | The Tonawanda News BUFFALO — Bonnie Sue Matthews, age 60, of Tonawanda, died Tuesday, August 3, 2010, at Hospice Buffalo, after a long illness. Born in North Tonawanda, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Pauline (nee Pasel) Witkopf and mother of the late Jeremy A. Matthews. A lifelong resident of Tonawanda, Bonnie was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church and was the manager of the Facilities Services Department at Kenmore Mercy Hospital before becoming ill. She loved reading, participating in sports and golf, traveling, and spending time at the beach. She is survived by her beloved husband, Joseph A. Matthews; two sons, Joseph (Stephanie) Matthews III and Jason A. Matthews; a sister, Susan (Lisa Benevento) Mutton; and three granddaughters, Rochelle, Adreena and Delaney. Also surviving are her special niece, Holly B. Mutton, D.O.; her sister-in-law and close friend, Betty Lou (Mike) Mazuca Adams; her brothers-in-law, David Mutton and Frank (Aimee) Mazuca; her sister-in-law, Linda (Terry) Potter; several nieces and nephews; and the Shingledecker Family. Friends may call from 3-8 PM on Thursday only at the HAMP FUNERAL HOME, Inc., 37 Adam Street at Seymour, Tonawanda. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday at Immanuel Lutheran Church, William and Scott Streets, Tonawanda. Friends invited. If desired, memorials to Hospice Buffalo are preferred by the family. Complete obituary, condolences and directions at www.hampfuneral.com. | WITKOPF, Bonnie Sue (I85876)
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| 30802 | The Tonawanda News BUFFALO — Gary W. Brenon, age 58, of North Tonawanda and formerly of the City of Tonawanda, unexpectedly, Wednesday, January 26, 2011 at Buffalo General Hospital. A lifelong resident of the Tonawandas, he was a 1970 graduate of Tonawanda High School and was an avid blood donor for the American Red Cross. Gary was employed as a machinist at Kittinger Furniture and also for R.A. Miller Hardwood for 18 years, and was presently employed in Food Service at DeGraff Memorial Hospital. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Kathleen M. (nee Beckett) Brenon; two children, Kevin (Lisa) Brenon of North Tonawanda and Debra (Steven) Tokarczyk of Pendleton; four grandchildren, Jacob and Zachary Brenon, Kiera and Brenon Tokarczyk; five sisters and four brothers, Robert (the late Donna) Brenon, Barbara (the late Jerry) Dumais, Gerald (Kaye) Brenon, Duane (Kathy) Brenon, Jeffrey (the late Lynn) Brenon, Nancy (Ronald) Richau, Beverly Brenon, Bonnie Brenon and Brenda (Kevin) Brenon-Dupont. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Sunday only from 4-8 PM at John O. Roth Funeral Home, Inc., 25 William St. (between Morgan & Broad Sts.), in Tonawanda. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM Monday in St. Francis of Assisi Church, 150 Broad St., in Tonawanda, by the Rev. Michael Uebler. A private burial will be in Elmlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 300 Delaware Ave., Suite 101, Buffalo, NY 14202. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | BRENON, Gary William (I93521)
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| 30803 | The Tonawanda News BUFFALO — James J. Carere, age 60, of North Tonawanda, passed away January 7, 2011 in Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, following a long illness. Mr. Carere was born February 23, 1950 in North Tonawanda, son of the late Joseph and Adelaide Carere. Mr. Carere, a lifelong resident of North Tonawanda, graduated from North Tonawanda High School and Buffalo State College. Mr. Carere enjoyed being surrounded by his family and sharing family traditions. He was a very talented man, designing and constructing a vacation home on the lake for his family. Beloved husband of Kathleen (Stenzel) Carere; devoted father of Jamie (Erik) Sumi and Joseph Carere, both of North Tonawanda; loving grandfather of Ava and Dylan; also survived by an uncle, Anthony Clementino and many close cousins. Memorial services will be held Saturday, January 15 at 11:00 AM at First Trinity Lutheran Church, 1570 Niagara Falls Blvd., Tonawanda. Flowers gratefully declined. Arrangements by Wattengel Funeral Home (692-0440). | CARERE, James J (I92625)
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| 30804 | The Tonawanda News BUFFALO — Mary A. (nee Pytlik) Machinski, formerly of North Tonawanda, entered into eternal rest Sunday, March 6, 2011, in her 100th year, at the Niagara Lutheran Home, Buffalo. Born in Poland, Mrs. Machinski resided in North Tonawanda for most of her life. She was a hairdresser for most of her life and was a member of the former St. Joseph’s Altar Society. Wife of the late Julian Machinski. Dearest mother of Dr. Gerald (Frances) Machinski of Houston, TX. Proud and loving grandmother of John, Thomas (Susan), Paul (Mickeline), Mary and Ann Marie; six great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Victoria Pytlik and the late Peter Pytlik, Anna Pytlik, Josephine Winters and Frances Odrzywolski. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family will be present this morning TUESDAY, March 8 from 10 to 11 AM at the SABER FUNERAL HOME, 549 Oliver St., North Tonawanda (692-0271), where a Prayer Service will be offered at 11:00 AM, Msgr. Thomas Crane officiating. Interment, Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | PYTLIK, Mary (I95794)
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| 30805 | The Tonawanda News CITY OF TONAWANDA — Anna B. (nee Ross) Gentzke, age 91, of the City of Tonawanda, Sunday, September 12, 2010, at Absolut Care of Aurora. Born in DuBois, PA, she had been a resident of Tonawanda for more than 70 years, and was the wife of Frank L. Gentzke, who died in 1997; and was the grandmother of the late Richard Gentzke of Indianapolis, IN. Anna had formerly been employed at Valis Ice Cream Luncheonette and Remington Rand, both in North Tonawanda, Dr. George Nussbaum Dental office in Tonawanda, and Creations on China. Anna also hand-painted china portraits and flower designs since the late 1970’s and was a member of the Great Lakes China Painters Assn. for many years, and will be a recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award by the New York State World Organization of China Painters. She was also a member of Sirius Chapter 301 OES. She is survived by four children, Frank S. (Audrey) Gentzke of Indianapolis, IN, Nancy E. (Kenneth) Schifferle of Williamsville, Kenneth L. (Mary) Gentzke of Honeoye, NY, and Glenn D. (Ann) Gentzke of Tonawanda; eight grandchildren, Laurie (David), Steven (Laurie), Michael (Peggy), Michael (Kathy), Kenneth Jr. (Kim), Scott (Jen), Gerlinde and Glenn James; 15 great-grandchildren, Kelly, Matthew, Jill, Ryan, Katie, Kaylie, Sean, Eric, Brian, Wayne, Ken III, Paul, Courtney, Tyler and Zoe; and four great-great-grandchildren, Jordan, Tyler, Zachary and Alexis; three sisters, Nancy (late Donald) Thorpe of Lockport, Marion (Leo) Ziegler of the Town of Tonawanda, and Jessie (Thomas) Garrity of Tonawanda; two sisters-in-law, Virginia (late Edward) Kopp and Eleanor (late Wilbur) Gentzke, both of North Tonawanda. She was the sister of the late John (late Frances), Samuel (late Ethel) and William (late Frances) Ross, Florence Ross, Iona (late William) Balls, Janet Ross, Dorothy (late Robert) Scott and Catherine (late Edward) Briggs. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 7-9 and Wednesday from 2-4 & 6-8 PM at John O. Roth Funeral Home, Inc., 25 William St. (between Morgan & Broad Sts.), in Tonawanda. Funeral service will be conducted on Thursday at 10:30 AM in Immanuel Lutheran Church, corner of William and Scott Sts., in Tonawanda. Friends invited. The Rev. Robert L. Rickus will officiate. Burial will be in Elmlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church or to Hospice Buffalo, Inc. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | ROSS, Anna B (I87674)
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| 30806 | The Tonawanda News EUSTIS, FL — Elizabeth S. (nee Mackensen) Thiele, age 95, entered eternal rest on July 31, 2010, in Florida. She was a former resident of the Town of Wheatfield. She was born to Sigmund and Susan Mackensen, in Yardley, PA, on March 25, 1915. She was an active member of St. Martin Lutheran Church in North Tonawanda, participating in many capacities. Elizabeth was predeceased by husband, Leonard, and son, Paul. She is survived by daughter, Marie (Bill) Cole; daughter-in-law, Julien Thiele; grand- children, Andrew (Angelica) Cole, Jennifer (Jim) Wanamaker, Jeffrey (Michele) Thiele and Mark Cole; great-grandchildren, Emily and David Wanamaker, Andrew and Caroline Thiele, and Andrea Cole; and many other loving family members. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Martin Lutheran Church, 322 Old Falls Blvd., North Tonawanda, NY, on Friday, August 13, 2010, at 11:00 AM, with the Rev. R. Devie Ellis presiding. Memorials may be made to St. Martin Lutheran Church. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | MACKENSEN, Elizabeth Susan (I48691)
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| 30807 | The Tonawanda News LOCKPORT — George Wasieczko, 55, of North Tonawanda, entered into rest on Sunday, February 6, 2011 at Niagara Hospice. Born July 1, 1955 in North Tonawanda to the late Roman and Leocadia (nee Broniszewski). George was a member of Abiding Savior Lutheran Church and he was a shop technician at Praxair in Niagara Falls. Beloved husband of Deborah (nee Allen); dear father of Stacey, Amy (Matthew) Bretherton and Raymond; brother of Paul (Paula), Theresa (Thomas) Karkau and Ann (Steven) Heuer; uncle of Sandra (Michael) Coffta, Andrew Karkau and three great-nieces; also survived by his parents-in-law, Joan (Robert) McCarty; sister-in-law, Tracy (Gary) DeGregorio) Montie; aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends may call Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the HILLIARD-CREASEY FUNERAL HOME, Inc., 147 Delaware St., Tonawanda, NY 14150, where a funeral service will be Thursday at 10 AM. Rev. Kathleen DeRushia will officiate. Interment, Elmlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Niagara Hospice would be appreciated. | WASIECZKO, George (I93997)
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| 30808 | The Tonawanda News LOCKPORT — Lauraine (nee Gregson) Moje passed away on February 24, 2011 with her loving family by her side. Born on December 12, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Mildred (Lawlor) Gregson. Predeceased by her husband, Robert W. Moje, whom she married on August 8, 1953. She was born and raised in North Tonawanda, where she went to school and graduated from North Tonawanda High School. Lauraine was a member of the Pendleton Historical Society and Wendelville Senior Citizens. She was a very active member of the Pendleton Senior Citizens where Lauraine was president for many years and the Wendelville Ladies Auxiliary where she was a member for 51 years and held the office of President, Vice President, and Secretary. Lauraine loved working with her family operating Aunt Tillies Candies, in North Tonawanda for many years. She enjoyed playing cards, being with grandchildren, Wendelville Field Days, and going out to places with her friends. Lauraine was the mother of David (Ann) Moje, Randy Moje, Paul (Kathleen) Moje, all of Pendleton and Cheryl (David) Wright of Lockport; sweetheart grandmother of Jennifer (Peter) Chenier, Matthew, Joshua, Zachery, and Andrew Moje, Brooke and Brittany Wright, also the late Elizabeth; great-grandmother to Christopher Chenier. She is survived by her brothers and sisters, Robert (Rosemary) Gregson, Betty (Thomas) Wilke, Marie (Jay) Doane, and Roger (Deborah) Gregson; also many nieces and nephews. Family and Friends may call on Saturday from 7-9 PM and on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee Street, Lockport, where funeral services will be held on Monday at 10 AM by the Rev. Daniel Young. Interment will be in Wheatfield Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure, attn: Donor Services PO Box 650309 Dallas, TX 5265-0309 or The Shrine of St. Jude, 193 Elk Street, Buffalo, NY 14210 would be appreciated. Please visit www.pruddenandkandt.com to leave an online condolence to the family. | GREGSON, Lauraine (I94954)
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| 30809 | The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA Robert F. Zastrow, of North Tonawanda, entered into eternal rest, Friday, February 4, 2011, at the age of 73, at Millard Fillmore Hospital, after a brief illness. Born in Pendleton, NY, Mr. Zastrow resided in North Tonawanda for the past sixty-five years and was a retired employee of Smurfit-Stone (Shawnee Rd.), where he was employed as the company controller. He enjoyed singing as a soloist at many local weddings. Beloved sweetheart of 51 years to Elizabeth "Libby" (nee Mis) Zastrow; dearest father of Christopher (Lynette) Zastrow of Sanborn, NY, Michele Brannan of North Tonawanda, Diana (James) Link of Amherst, NY, Deirdre (Todd) Devonshire of North Tonawanda, Jennifer (Michael III) Colucci of California and Eric (Kimberly) Zastrow of North Tonawanda; proud and loving grandfather of Nicholas (Tristin), Jared, Carly (Rick), Michael IV, Samantha, Robert, Elizabeth, Kyle, Ashley, Tyler, Victoria, Rebecca, Mary, Sydney, Madeline and Ava; dear brother of Barbara Philbrick of North Tonawanda, Debra (Robert) Rocke of Florida and the late Donald Zastrow and Gerald Zastrow; also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. No prior visitation. Relatives and friends are asked to gather at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church for a Funeral Mass to be celebrated on FRIDAY, February 11th at 9:30 AM. Inurnment St. Francis of Assisi Columbarium. For those who wish, the family suggests memorial gifts may be made in Robert's honor to the donor's choice. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE SABER FUNERAL HOME, (692-0271). | ZASTROW, Robert F (I3312)
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| 30810 | The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Anthony M. “Tony” Putz, of North Tonawanda, entered into eternal rest Thursday, February 17, 2011, in his 97th year, at DeGraff Skilled Nursing Facility, after a lengthy illness. A lifelong resident of North Tonawanda, Mr. Putz was a retired employee of the Wurlitzer Co. and a former employee of Spaulding Fibre Co., where he was an accomplished Tool and Die Maker at both companies. He enjoyed woodworking and gardening. Husband of the late Nora (nee Kilcoyne) Putz. Dearest father of Mary Ann (Ronald) Topolski of North Tonawanda. Proud and loving grandfather of Lynn (Brent) Kroening, Chris (Sue) Topolski and Stephen (Barb) Topolski; great-grandchildren, Joshua, Jennifer, Daniel, Tara, Katie, Michael, Matthew, Patrick and great-great-grandson, Owen. Brother of the late Joseph Putz, Elizabeth Tooke, John (Ann) Putz, William (Anita) Putz, Frank Putz, Barbara Heiberger and Katherine Cornacker. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Relatives and friends are asked to gather at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church for a Memorial Mass to be celebrated on SATURDAY, February 19 at 9:30 AM. Flowers graciously declined. For those who wish, the family suggests memorial gifts may be made in Anthony’s honor to N.T. Meals On Wheels and Twin City Community Outreach, 100 Ridge Road, North Tonawanda, NY 14120. Arrangements by the SABER FUNERAL HOME, (692-0271). Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | PUTZ, Anthony M (I94482)
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| 30811 | The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Genevieve Proefrock (nee Pusch), age 90, of North Tonawanda, December 14, 2010. Genevieve was a member of St. Mark Lutheran Church. She was a former employee of Remington Rand and TRICO and was a member of the Gratwick Hose Ladies Auxiliary. Beloved mother of Donald (Darlene) Proefrock of Hackettstown, NJ, William (Ann) Proefrock of Port Crane, NY, Robert Proefrock of Tonawanda and the late Richard Proefrock. Grandmother of eight grandchildren and her late grandson, Richard Proefrock; great-grandmother of nine great-grandchildren. Sister of Myeron Pusch of North Tonawanda; aunt of many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd., in North Tonawanda on Friday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home Saturday at 10 AM, the Rev. Patrick McKenzie will officiate. Interment in Acacia Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mark Lutheran Church. Visit frettholdfuneralhome.com for guest register. | PUSCH, Genevieve (I64015)
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| 30812 | The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Helen E. Stoltz, 95, of North Tonawanda, passed away, October 8, 2010 at Absolute Care of Gasport, after a lengthy illness. She was predeceased by her husband, Bernard L. Stoltz; parents, Martin and Mary (nee Gaydos) Miskow; brother, John Miskow; sisters, Jen Miskow, Anna Miskow, Mary Meyers, and Frances Doty. Helen is survived by her son, Bernard R. (Christine) Stoltz; daughters, Linda (Raymond) Bennett and Brenda Sandonato; sister, Tillie Errick; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to call at the Colucci Funeral Home, 652 Oliver Street, North Tonawanda (692-4917) on Tuesday, October 12th from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral service will be Wednesday, October 13th at 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Donations may be made in Helen's memory to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, New York 14094-1231. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | MISKOW, Helen E (I88483)
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| 30813 | The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Helene A. Stubbs passed away peacefully at Northgate Health Care Facility on January 20, 2011, at the age of 94. She was born April 22, 1916 in North Tonawanda, daughter of the late Carl and Amanda Proefrock. Mrs. Stubbs worked as a telephone operator until it was time to raise her children. She had worked for over twenty years as the assistant box office manager at Melody Fair. Mrs. Stubbs was a lifetime member of the North Tonawanda PTA starting as a member of the Wurlitzer PTA. She was a member of Rescue Fire Company Auxiliary for over 50 years, member of the North Tonawanda Youth Board for 12 years including several years as its chairman, long time volunteer at DeGraff Memorial Hospital Pediatrics Ward having over 7000 hours of service. Wife of the late Roland E. Stubbs; mother of David (Edna) Stubbs and the late Barbara (James) Frase; grandmother of Kevin Stubbs, Darlene Stubbs, Jon (Laura) Frase, Jeanine (Thomas) Olsen and Steven Frase; great-grandmother of Jonathan Burdette, Charles Baudendistle, Amanda, Timothy and Mark Frase. Friends may call SATURDAY from 1-5 PM and SUNDAY from 1-3 PM at the WATTENGEL Funeral Home, 307 Oliver Street, North Tonawanda. Funeral Services will be held MONDAY at 10 AM in the Funeral Home. The Rev. Steve Hall officiating. Private burial will be in Friedens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Peters UCC, Oliver Street in North Tonawanda, where Mrs. Stubbs was a life time member, would be appreciated by the family. On line guest registry at www.Wattengel.com. | PROEFROCK, Helene (I63098)
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| 30814 | The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Howard A. Wolter, Jr., age 84, of North Tonawanda, November 5, 2010, while surrounded by his family at the Beechwood Nursing Home, Amherst. Howard was a WWII U.S. Navy veteran. He had worked as a sheet metal worker at Draper Roofing for 40 years. He was an avid sports fan, an optimistic Bills fan and a sports coach, he was known for his sense of humor. He was the wife of the late Bernice (Schmitt) Wolter who died in 2009. Beloved father of Nancy (William) Webb of Wilson, NY, Judy (John) Moskalik of Lockport and Thomas Wolter of North Tonawanda; grandfather of Bill and Chris Webb, Tim and Steve Wolter and Andy Moskalik; brother of the late Ronald and Deane Wolter; uncle of several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. in North Tonawanda on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A graveside funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 11 AM from Buffalo Cemetery, 800 Pine Ridge Rd., Cheektowaga. If so desired, memorials may be made to the Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 308, Buffalo, NY 14207. Visit frettholdfuneralhome.com for guest register. | WOLTER, Howard A (I63129)
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| 30815 | The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Janet I. (nee Forth) Grosskopf, age 74, of the City of Tonawanda, Monday, January 10, 2011 at DeGraff Memorial Hospital. A lifelong resident of Tonawanda, she was the wife of Earl L. Grosskopf, who died in 1994. Janet had been employed at DeGraff Memorial Hospital for more than 20 years and was a member of Tonawanda Free Methodist Church. She was an avid sewer and seamstress, loved camping and was extremely charitable to those in need. She is survived by five sons, Clyde (Kathleen) of Tonawanda, Richard (Deborah) of the Town of Tonawanda, Roger and Kevin (Joyce) of North Tonawanda, and Bryan (Deborah) of Tonawanda; 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; and a brother, Ernest (Carol) Forth of Lockport. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call Wednesday from 2-4 & 6-8 PM at John O. Roth Funeral Home, Inc., 25 William St. (between Morgan & Broad Sts.), in Tonawanda. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 AM Thursday in Tonawanda Free Methodist Church, 207 Grove St., in Tonawanda. Friends invited. The Rev. Donald L. Mohr will officiate. Burial will be in Acacia Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. | FORTH, Janet I (I79021)
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| 30816 | The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — John D. "Jack" Slattery, of North Tonawanda, age 79, passed away Thursday, December 9, 2010 in DeGraff Memorial Hospital. Born June 16, 1931 in North Tonawanda, son of the late James and Doris Slattery. Mr. Slattery served in the United States Army Signal Corps during the Korean War following his graduation from Ft. Monmouth Electronic School. Mr. Slattery was employed as a phonograph repairman for Wurlitzer until its closing. He had worked for the North Tonawanda Public Library, retiring in 1994. He had also worked as City Market Clerk for seven years, where he applied for and received permission to participate in NY State WIC program. Mr. Slattery was a member of many committees and organizations, including IUE AFL CIO Local 350 member and served as president and vice president for many years; Niagara Orleans Labor Council member and served on its Board of Directors; Friends of North Tonawanda Library life member; Sweeney Hose Fire Company life member; Volunteer Fireman's Benevolent Association served as financial and recording secretary for many years; Dom Polski life member and served on its Board of Directors for many years; Renaissance Club member and past president; United Way Labor Committee first president of this committee; Stephen Sikora Post 1322 member and served on benevolent committee; North Tonawanda Mayor's Charter Revision Committee member; North Tonawanda Mayor's Location Committee for Carousel Apartments member; and member of St. Jude the Apostle Parish. Jack enjoyed helping others and working in his yard which he named "Blue Jay Park" Mr. Slattery was predeceased by his wife of 55 years, the late Hazel (Dupee) Slattery; brother of Jean (late Ace) Gronek, Doris (late Ken) Martin and the late Jim Slattery; uncle of many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 at the WATTENGEL Funeral Home, 307 Oliver St., North Tonawanda. A Mass of Christian Burial Monday at 10:00 AM from St. Jude the Apostle Parish, 800 Niagara Falls Blvd. (Please assemble at church.) Burial with Military Honors, Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to North Tonawanda Public Library Building Fund. Online guest registry at www.Wattengel.com. | SLATTERY, John D (I90842)
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| 30817 | The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Laurie J. (nee Pundt) Mourgas, of North Tonawanda, entered into eternal rest, Friday, October 22, 2010, in her 49th year at Niagara Hospice House, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. A lifelong resident of North Tonawanda, Laurie graduated from North Tonawanda High School, Class of 1979. She received her Bachelor's Degree from Buffalo State College in Education in 1983. While Laurie was teaching at Calasanctius School, she received her Master's Degree in Education from Buffalo State College in 1985. She then went to The Elmwood Franklin School, where she taught for over twenty-six years. A longtime parishioner of O.L.C. Church, Laurie was one of the founders of the O.L.C. Folk Group that sings at the Sunday 9:30 AM Mass. She was an officer of the N.T.H.S. Soccer Booster Club and was an avid supporter of her sons involvement with the N.T.A.B.R. Association. Laurie enjoyed Civil War history, including Gone With The Wind books and the movie. Beloved wife of 23 years to James L. Mourgas; dearest mother of Matthew Mourgas and Adam Mourgas; daughter of the late Arthur and Virginia (nee Kisiel) Pundt; dear sister of Mark (Kym) Pundt of Lancaster, NY, James (Sue) Pundt of Norton, MA and Cathy (Greg) Hutter of Rochester, NY; sister-in-law of Lori (Jerry) Materise, Michael (Becky) Mourgas and Rebecca (Nicholas) Sobczyk; also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will be present to greet relatives and friends on SUNDAY, October 24, 2010 and MONDAY, October 25th from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the SABER FUNERAL HOME, 549 Oliver St., North Tonawanda | PUNDT, Laurie (I64056)
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| 30818 | The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Marion Z. Gau (nee Ziehl), age 84, of North Tonawanda, December 6, 2010 at the Newfane Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, after a long illness. Marion was a member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education from State Teachers College at Fredonia. She worked in the Tonawanda and North Tonawanda Public School System as a Music teacher. For 25 years, she was the Head Usher at the former Melody Fair. As an accomplished violinist, she played with the Niagara County Community College Orchestra and her church. Marion was active in the community working for the DeGraff Memorial Hospital Auxiliary; an 80 year member of Post 264 American Legion Auxiliary and involved with the Parent Teachers Association at Gilmore School. Marion was an avid bridge player and teacher. Marion and her family enjoyed the family cottage in Silver Bay, Ontario. She and her husband, the late Edwin A. Gau, owned and operated Gau Printing. Beloved mother of Gail Gau of Lewiston, Gary (Cheryl) Gau of Howard Lake, MN, Glen (Lissa) Gau of North Tonawanda, Gloria Gau of North Tonawanda, and Gordon Gau of Wheatfield. Grandmother of Gillian and Rachel Gau. Friends received by the family on Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Brunner Funeral Home (692-3841), 156 Robinson St., North Tonawanda, where services will be held on Thursday morning at 10:00 AM. The Rev. A.W. Moldenhauer officiating. Interment will be private. Directions, online register book and obituary can be found at www.brunnerfuneralhome.com. | ZIEHL, Marion (I89080)
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| 30819 | The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Mary Anne Prill (Thompson) (nee Smits), age 94, of North Tonawanda, peacefully went home to be with the Lord, August 4, 2010. Wife of the late Kenneth O. Thompson and Albert H. Prill. Beloved sister to the late Henry John Cornelius (Mary) Shepardson of Florida, Geraldine M. Rockwood of West Amherst, Cornelius Gerald (Myra) Smits of Orchard Park, and the late John Wesley Smits, Francis Henry Smits; dearest aunt to her many nieces and nephews; also a special aunt to many great-nieces and nephews; sister-in-law of Shirley Thompson of North Tonawanda. Mary Anne was a member and Sunday School teacher for many years at Redeemer Lutheran Church. Aunt Mary will be greatly missed for her encouraging words and insight on life that she shared with family and residents that spent time with her. Funeral services will be celebrated at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 265 Falconer St., in North Tonawanda, on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Viewing and visitation will be from 12:00-1:00 PM at the church with the service immediately following. Interment at Elmlawn Cemetery. If so desired, memorials may be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church. Arrangements by the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc. | SMITS, Mary Anne (I85987)
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| 30820 | The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Rachel C. Licht (nee Clark), age 100, of North Tonawanda, August 5, 2010, in Northgate Manor Nursing Home. Rachel was born December 6, 1909 to parents, Albert and Sarah Clark in Fayetteville, AR. She attended Weaton College in Illinois and became a nurse at Buffalo General Hospital in 1932. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church. She was the wife of the late Willard Plant, who died in 1955, and the late John H. Licht, who died in 1993. Beloved step-mother of John A. (Marilyn) Licht and Christian H. (Alice) Licht, both of Wheatfield, Donald N. (Jean) Licht of Jackson, TN, Gayle Reischel of North Tonawanda, and the late Doris (late Bill) Abbs. She is survived by 17 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; 20 great-great-grandchildren and two great-great-great-grandchildren. She was the sister of the late James, John, Percy, Florence, Pearl and Victoria. Dearest friend of Ruth Kureszka. No prior visitation. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 11 AM from St. John Lutheran Church (Ward Rd. and Niagara Falls Blvd.), in Wheatfield, the Rev. Ronald Oravec will officiate. Interment in St. John Lutheran Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to St. John Lutheran Church. Guest book available at frettholdfuneralhome.com. | CLARK, Rachel C (I86040)
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| 30821 | The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Ruth J. (nee Fahmer) Warblow, age 90, of North Tonawanda and formerly of the City of Tonawanda, Sunday, July 25, 2010. Born in Tonawanda, NY to the late Henry and Josephine (Schwinger) Fahmer, she was the wife of the beloved late Clarence C. Warblow, and sister of the late Bernice L. Stahl. Mrs. Warblow had been employed as a Personal Care Aide for Mercy Home Care in Cheektowaga for many years, and was voted employee of the year at age 70. She retired in 1993. Ruth was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in North Tonawanda. She is survived by a daughter, Louise M. Eberhart of Houston, TX; two grandchildren, Jessica Seda-Ruiz of Phoenix, AZ and Jason Crosby of Houston, TX; a great-granddaughter, Laura Low of Texas; a sister-in-law, Dorothy Cox of North Tonawanda; three nieces, Sue Ann (Justin) Genter of Lockport, NY, Sue (Walter) Jensen of Tonawanda and Linda (George) LaMountain of Phoenix, AZ; and one nephew, David Stahl of Newfane, NY. Also survived by many other nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Family will be present to receive friends on Wednesday, July 28 from 6-8 PM ONLY at John O. Roth Funeral Home, Inc., 25 William St. (between Morgan & Broad Sts.), City of Tonawanda, where a funeral service will be held at 8 PM following visitation. Pastor Patrick McKenzie will officiate. Private burial will be in St. Mark’s Lutheran Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 1135 Oliver St., North Tonawanda, NY 14120. | FAHMER, Ruth J (I85376)
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| 30822 | The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Ruth M. Krull (nee Lebrenz), age 77, of North Tonawanda, March 5, 2011, at her home, after a lengthy illness. Ruth was a lifelong member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church and the Ladies Guild. She was the wife of the late Melvin Krull, who died in 1993. Beloved mother of Daniel (Jan) Krull of Williamsport, MD, Douglas Krull of North Tonawanda and Sharon (Brian McGregor) Tonkin of Toronto, Ontario. Grandmother of Matthew, Andrew (Gayle) and Rachel Krull, Marie and Jessica Tonkin. Great-grandmother of Dylan and Hannah Krull; sister of Shirley Weiss of Deluth, GA and the late Charles Lebrenz and Beatrice Krause. She is survived by many special cousins, friends, nieces and nephews. She was a special friend of the late Albert Hebeler. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd., in North Tonawanda on Wednesday from 1-9 PM. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 10:30 AM from St. Matthew Lutheran Church, the Rev. Gregory Schultz will officiate. Interment in St. Matthew Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Matthew Lutheran Church or Niagara Hospice. Guest register available at frettholdfuneralhome.com. | LEBRENZ, Ruth Marie (I95810)
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| 30823 | The Tonawanda News ORCHARD PARK — Ruth J. (nee Joerg) Anderson, age 84, of North Tonawanda, June 13, 2010 at Absolut Care of Orchard Park. A resident of North Tonawanda for the greater part of her life, she was a 1943 graduate of North Tonawanda High School and received her Bachelor of Education from Buffalo State Teacher’s College in 1947. Ruth began her teaching career at Fletcher Elementary School in Tonawanda in 1947. She continued teaching at Pine Woods Elementary School in North Tonawanda in 1956, and also Gilmore Elementary School in 1966, retiring from teaching in 1970. Following her retirement, Ruth was employed by Cramer Industrial Supplies in North Tonawanda for 10 years until 1982. She was an active member of Salem United Church of Christ, serving on the church council, assisting at worship services, Sunday School teacher, church Elder and usher. She was a former President and Secretary of Kiwani-Annes of Buffalo and a Life Member of Buffalo State Teachers Alumni. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Allen O. Anderson; two sons, Roy D. (Sharon) Anderson of Barker, NY, and David J. Anderson of the Town of Wheatfield; two grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was the daughter of the late Arthur and Matilda Joerg; and sister of the late Betty Meyers, Arthur and Richard Joerg. There was no prior visitation. A private interment in White Chapel Memorial Park. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service Wednesday, August 18th at 11 AM in Salem United Church of Christ, 114 Morgan St., in Tonawanda. The Rev. John L. Tipton will officiate. Memorial contributions may be made to Salem United Church of Christ. Arrangements by John O. Roth Funeral Home, Inc., Tonawanda, NY. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | JOERG, Ruth (I60292)
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| 30824 | The Tonawanda News PONTIAC, MI — Kathryn Margaret Wilson, (nee Reif), 94 years old, born March 3, 1916 in North Tonawanda, NY, died on February 24, 2011 in Pontiac, MI. She was the widow of James G. Wilson of North Tonawanda. Her parents were William Reif and Kathryn Peterman; both of her parents immigrated from Austria/Hungary in the early 1900’s. Kathryn was predeceased by all her siblings, William (Pearl Profrock), Michael (Betty Monnett), infant, John, Mary Ann (Tony LaHood) and Margaret (Daryl Peters), all of North Tonawanda, NY. There are also several nieces and nephews. She is survived by her children, Ann (Voisinet) of Lake Tahoe, CA, Nancy (Smith) of Commerce Township, MI, Arlene (Majors) of Algers, MI, Paul of Pontiac, MI, and David (deceased); grandchildren, Robert Voisinet (Margo Giacone), James Voisinet (Dawn Trump), John Voisinet (Sue Triebes), Linda Voisinet (Bob Delescale), Paul Voisinet (Kim Grunert), Diane Voisinet (Don Rocha), Steven Voisinet ((Sarah Bartz), Karen Voisinet, Kenneth Voisinet (deceased), Thomas Smith, Cory (Beth) Wilson, Casey Wilson; also 17 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. Most of her life was spent in Michigan. After WW II, James Wilson settled his family in Pontiac, MI. Kathryn continued writing and publishing many articles, recipes and poetry. She also worked for several years for the state of Michigan School system. The last 10 years were difficult for her as she had gone blind from detached retina and arthritis ravaged her body. All the while her mind was sharp enough to finish New York Times Cross Words with someone reading the clues to her. Now she rests easy and sees clearly. Kathryn donated her body to science to Wayne State University, Warren, MI. There will be a memorial service later in Pontiac, MI. There will also be a Catholic Mass in San Jose, CA to celebrate her life, both dates unknown. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | REIF, Katherine Margaret (I95285)
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| 30825 | The Tonawanda News TALLAHASSEE, FL — Caroline Louise (nee Baker) Kolpack, age 90, of North Tonawanda and formerly of the City of Tonawanda, passed away peacefully November 27, 2010 in Tallahassee, FL, following a long illness. Born in Tonawanda on July 13, 1920, she was the wife of the late Fred W. Kolpack; daughter of the late Harvey P. and Harriet Rich Baker and sister of the late Mildred Vigrass, Harvey Baker and Ruth Sisson. Caroline was a member of Circle II and a past member of the Board of Deacons of First Presbyterian Church. She is survived by her daughter, Linda D. Carter and son-in-law, Frank H. Carter of Tallahassee, FL; and many cherished nieces, nephews and friends. Caroline never met a stranger and lived the inscription she chose to be placed under her picture in her high school yearbook by Walt Whitman, “the only way to have a friend is to be one.” There will be no prior visitation. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, December 9th at 11 AM in First Presbyterian Church, 149 Broad St., in Tonawanda. Friends invited. The Rev. Edmund Hoener will officiate. Burial will be in White Chapel Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church, Tonawanda, NY. Arrangements by John O. Roth Funeral Home, Inc., Tonawanda, NY. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | BAKER, Caroline Louise (I90683)
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| 30826 | The Tonawanda News TONAWANDA — Otis Warren Engle, age 87, March 1, 2011 in DeGraff Memorial Hospital. He resided in Northgate Health Care Facility. He was the son of the late Samuel Boyd and Augusta Engle. He retired from International Paper in 1985 after 35 years of service. Brother-in-law of Helen Engle; uncle of Jan Winters, Jeff Engle, Linda (Greg) Blundy, Debra (Paul) Phillips, Lori (Steve) Durante, Lisa (Randy) Raybuck and great nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. in North Tonawanda on Thursday from 1-4 PM. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home beginning at 4 PM. The Rev. Richard Seefried will officiate. Visit www.frettholdfuneralhome.com for guest register. | ENGLE, Otis Warren (I62082)
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| 30827 | The Tonawanda News TONAWANDA — Shirley L. (nee Ziehm) Binga, August 4, 2010, age 76. Wife of the late Daniel Binga; dear sister of Donald Ziehm, Eugene Ziehm and Audrey Jendrian. The family will be present Monday from 10 AM to 12 noon at the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2600 Sheridan Dr. (at Parker Blvd.), where funeral services will follow at 12 noon. Friends Invited. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Roswell Park Memorial Institute or to St. Mark Lutheran Church. Share your condolences at www.AMIGONE.com. | ZIEHM, Shirley L (I76053)
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| 30828 | The Tonawanda News TOWN OF WHEATFIELD — Anthony E. "Tony" Kramer, age 72, of the Town of Wheatfield, January 26, 2011 In Millard Fillmore Hospital, Buffalo, after a lengthy illness. He was the son of the late Edward and Martha (nee Cebulski) Kramer. Tony attended OLC Parish School and NT Public schools graduating from NTHS in 1959. He was drafted and served in the U.S. Army after the Berlin Crisis. He had been employed by Can Lake Heating and International Paper. Motorcycle riding was one of his passions, he also enjoyed duck hunting, deer hunting and fishing in the Niagara River. He was the husband of Judith (nee Craft) Kramer. Father of David Kramer, Amy (James Herring) Kramer, both of North Tonawanda. Very proud grandfather of Sara and Ava. Brother of Florence (Duncan) Rhodes, Edward (Jacquelyn) Kramer and the late Louis (late Nancy) Kramer; uncle of two nieces and one nephew. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. in North Tonawanda on Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Sunday at 2 PM. Visit frettholdfuneralhome.com for guest register. | KRAMER, Anthony E (I59079)
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| 30829 | The Tonawanda News TOWN OF WHEATFIELD — Catherine Smolen, 61, of the Town of Wheatfield, born on September 30, 1949 to the late Louis Duval and Jane Van Curan (Antonelli), passed away on November 4, 2010, after a long courageous battle with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Kitty was employed by Mercy Home Care for many years and spent the rest of her days loving and caring for children. She was a member of Garden Club of the Tonawandas, Redeemer Lutheran Church and Gilda’s Club in Buffalo. She enjoyed camping, hunting and fishing. She loved travel and leisurely trips to the spa. She mostly loved being artistic and creative which usually involved making messes and having tea parties with the many children who lovingly called her “Grandma Kitty”. Beloved wife of Walter F. Smolen III; cherished mother of Sharon (Joseph) Kightlinger-Kramer, Elizabeth (Kristopher) Bearfield-Fedeson, Walter Smolen IV and Marc (Rheannda) Smolen. She also leaves behind 12 grandchildren. Catherine was the sister of Diana (James) VanCuran, Patricia Kupiec, Raymond (Diane) Duval, the late Joseph (Gloria) Duval and Michael (Barbara) Duval. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Fretthold Funeral Home, 1241 Oliver Street, North Tonawanda. Funeral will be Monday at 11 AM at Redeemer Lutheran Church, North Tonawanda. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in her honor to Roswell Park Cancer Institute or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | DUVAL, Catherine (I89381)
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| 30830 | The Tonawanda News WESTMORELAND, NH — Dr. Sy died at his home February 17, 2011, after a long illness. Walter P. Sy, M.D. was born January 21, 1937 in North Tonawanda, NY, in the area of western New York state settled by his early 19th century German ancestors. He was the son of Arthur Herman Sy and Anabell Pless Sy. He attended North Tonawanda High School, the University of Rochester and the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, from which he graduated in 1962. While in medical school he and a classmate co-authored and published a research paper which won first place in the National Medical Student Research Awards. He married his college sweetheart, Jeanie Gray Maddox on December 17, 1960, a marriage "that made all the difference in my life”. Dr. Sy served his internship at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Hanover, NH, and then completed his specialty training at Yale/New Haven Medical Center in New Haven, CT. From 1965 to 1967, Lieutenant Commander Sy served as the Chief of Anesthesiology at the United States Naval Hospital #1 at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in NH. Upon his discharge from the Navy, he was appointed as a staff anesthesiologist at Mary Hitchcock Hospital in Hanover, NH, as well as Instructor in Surgery (Anesthesiology) at the Dartmouth Medical Center. In 1969, he was made Director of Residency Training in Anesthesiology at The Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and received an appointment as Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery (Anesthesiology). In 1972, he was elected as an examiner for the American Board of Anesthesiology, a position he held for 15 years. In 1979, Dr. Sy assumed the chairmanship of the Department of Anesthesiology at the Cheshire Medical Center in Keene, NH, now called the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center/Keene. There he was the Founder and Director of the Pain Treatment Clinic as part of the Department of Anesthesiology. In 1985, he was elected one of the founding members of The New England Pain Association. He retired in 1998. He and Jeanie had lived a "country life" of small scale farming almost all their married life. Among Dr. Sy's various interests were wood working, running, biking, traveling with Jeanie, gardening, genealogy, reading and history. He was an amateur Civil War historian and re-enactor. He gave many Civil War presentations to the area schools, historical societies and at Memorial Day events, as Captain of the 6th N.H. Volunteer Infantry Historical Association. He is survived by his beloved wife, Jeanie and much loved children and their families of whom he was so proud: Mrs. Jennifer Sy Heger, wife of Christopher Heger and mother of Connor and Duncan Heger; Mr. Christian Arthur Sy, husband of Tamara Campbell Sy, father of Colton and Campbell Sy; Mrs. Alice Sy Dolbow, wife of John Dolbow and mother of Maddox and Zoe Dolbow. Also surviving is his "best friend", Robert Pless Sy, Walter's loved brother, his wife Barbara and their children. At Walter's request, the family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts be donated to the "Walter P. Sy, M.D. Scholarship” of Greater Buffalo, 712 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14202. Walter created this scholarship in 2007 to show his appreciation for all his home town and his high school gave him. This scholarship is given yearly to an outstanding senior student/athlete at North Tonawanda High School. Services will be held at the United Church of Christ on Main Street in Keene, NH on Friday, February 25th at 2:00 PM. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | SY, Walter P MD (I77871)
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| 30831 | The Tonawanda News WHEATFIELD - Harold E. Kriedemann, age 84, a lifelong resident of North Tonawanda, May 31, 2010, in Crestwood Health Care Facility, after a brief illness. He had been the owner and operator of Pioneer Plastering for many years. He was well-known as the "friendly janitor" while working at the Meadow Dr. School. He retired from the North Tonawanda Board of Education. Beloved husband of Marie (nee Roneker) Kriedemann. Father of Hal (Barbara) Kriedemann of North Tonawanda. He was adored by his grandchildren, Kelly (Tom) Hoffman of Lancaster and Kari (Brandon) Campas of Cheektowaga. Great-grandfather of Ella and Lia. Brother of Florence Elzer of North Tonawanda. Uncle of Debbie Diehl of North Tonawanda. No prior visitation. Friends and family are invited to attend a funeral service on Wednesday at 11 AM from the chapel at Acacia Park Cemetery, 4215 Tonawanda Creek Road North, in the Town of Pendleton. Flowers gratefully declined. | KRIEDEMANN, Harold E (I81817)
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| 30832 | The Tonawanda News WILLIAMSVILLE — Adeline M. (nee Brooks) Heppner, of Park Creek, Williamsville, passed away November 16, 2010. Born on November 28, 1909, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Mae Agnes (Perry) Brooks. She attended North Tonawanda High School and graduated in 1929. She married Glenwood Heppner in 1930, who predeceased her in 1968. Mrs. Heppner was a member of St. John United Christian Church, Amherst St., Buffalo. She worked many years at the Statler Hotel and Saturn Club of Buffalo as a dietitian, until she retired. She was predeceased by two brothers, Howard and Harry Brooks; and a sister, Irene (late James) Black. She is survived by a sister, June (late William) Pardue; a brother, Richard (Barbara) Brooks, both of Florida; two sons, Gene R. of Louisiana and Nelson Heppner; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Interment will be at Elmlawn Cemetery. If desired, contributions may be made to Erie County Hospice. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | BROOKS, Adeline M (I90617)
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| 30833 | The Tonawanda News - 1/4/2011 NORTH TONAWANDA - LeGrand K. Forth, age 93, of North Tonawanda, January 3, 2011 in Kenmore Mercy Hospital after a brief illness. He was the husband of the late Margaret Forth who died in 2004. Mr. Forth was a member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church and had retired from National Grinding Wheel. He was known for his carpentry work and he enjoyed bowling. Beloved father of Barbara (Philip) Bartels of Cleveland, OH, Thomas (Karen) Forth of Orchard Park and Janine (Lee) Turri of Wheatfield. Grandfather of Kelly Mooney, Dawn Prince, Scott and Rebecca Forth and Ashley Turri. Great-Grandfather of Jessica Mooney, Todd Mooney, Jr., Nicholas and Ava Prince. Brother of Ernest (Carol) Forth, Janet Grosskopf and the late Carl, Herbert, Paul and Edward Forth. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc. ,1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd., in North Tonawanda on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 10:30 AM from St. Matthew Lutheran Church, the Rev. Gregory Schultz will officiate. Interment in St. Matthew Lutheran Cemetery. If so desired, memorials may be made to St. Matthew Lutheran Church. Visit frettholdfuneralhome.com for guest register. | FORTH, Le Grand K (I116248)
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| 30834 | The Tonawanda News - 12/20/2010 TOWN OF WHEATFIELD - Francis H. Proefrock, age 89, of Tonawanda, died Monday, December 20, 2010 at Crestwood Nursing Home, after a long illness. Born in Tonawanda, he was the son of the late Henry and Myra (nee Sturmer) Proefrock and was an Army Air Corps Veteran of WWII. A lifelong resident of Tonawanda, Mr. Proefrock worked as a truck driver for Lawless Container Co. in North Tonawanda until retiring in 1988, and was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish, the B.P.O. Elks Lodge No. 860 in North Tonawanda, and the American Legion, Tonawandas Post No. 264. He was the husband of the late Sally (nee Nowak) Proefrock, who died in 1987, and Jane (Betz) Proefrock, who died in 2009. He is survived by his son, Ronald (Carole) Proefrock; and five daughters, Sharon Razzani, Barbara (Boyd) Ritchie, Joy (Michael) Bastine, Jacqueline (Neil) McGinty and Nancy (Robert) Pieper. Also surviving are 14 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 4-8 PM today only (Tuesday) at the Hamp Funeral Home, Inc., 37 Adam Street at Seymour, Tonawanda. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 AM on Wednesday at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 150 Broad Street at Clinton Park in Tonawanda. Friends invited. Interment with Military Honors at White Chapel Memorial Park. If desired, memorials to the S.P.C.A. are preferred by the family. Complete obituary, condolences and directions at www.hampfuneral.com. | PROEFROCK, Francis H (I63504)
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| 30835 | The Tonawanda News - 3/21/12011 PENDLETON - Elmer E. Jendrian, age 82, of Pendleton and formerly of the Tonawandas and Williamsville, Monday, March 21, 2011, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. Born in North Tonawanda, he was the son of the late Emil and Anna (nee Ponewas) Jendrian. Elmer was a 1946 graduate of North Tonawanda High School and had been employed by WSF Industries in Tonawanda for many years. He was a member and past treasurer of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ and a former longtime member and past treasurer of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Betty R. (nee Getty) Jendrian; three children, Debra R. (Boyd J.) Bunce of Lockport, Leslie A. (James) Andrews of Newfane and Timothy E. (Pamela) Jendrian of Lockport; 10 grandchildren, Heather (Jason), Joseph (Melissa), Jennifer (Keith), Melonie (Jeremy), Bruce (Kayla), Daniel, Hanna, Jessica (Justin), Crystal and Raymond, and loved and was loved by his 12 great-grandchildren. Friends may call Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at John O. Roth Funeral Home, Inc., 25 William St. (between Morgan & Broad Sts.), in Tonawanda. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 AM Thursday in St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, 7416 Campbell Blvd., in Wendleville. Friends invited. Please assemble at the church. The Rev. Ann Quinn will officiate. Burial will be in White Chapel Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s United Church of Christ. Visit www.tonawanda.news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | JENDRIAN, Elmer E (I78946)
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| 30836 | The Tonawanda News - Sun Mar 02, 2014, 04:12 PM EST TONAWANDA - Thomas D. Lewis entered into rest on Saturday, March 1, 2014 at the VA Hospital of Buffalo at the age of 68. Born on November 9, 1945 in Lockport, NY, the son of the late Cameron and Nina (nee Nepokroeff) Lewis. Thomas graduated from North Tonawanda High School in 1964 and the University of Buffalo earning his Masters in Social Work. He retired from the VA Hospital of Buffalo in 2009 after 23 years service. Thomas loved to work on cars and around the house. He is survived by his beloved companion of 28 years, Peggy Ann Marciano; loving stepson, Victor J. (Lisa) Marciano; caring siblings, Richard (Alice), Gary (Vicki), Virginia (Douglas) Pritting, Joan (Michael) Buffamonti, David (Maureen) and Ronald (Sharon); dear brother-in-law, Richard (Joan) Lachman. Also survived by nieces and nephews. The family will be present on Wednesday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM at the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2600 Sheridan Drive (corner of Parker Blvd.), where prayers will be offered on Thursday at 8:45 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated from St. Christopher Church at 9:30 AM. Friends invited. Share condolences at www.AMIGONE.com | LEWIS, Thomas D (I157001)
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| 30837 | The Tonawanda News Dec 15, 1955 GAUL - Albert Gaul, 71, of 216 Schenck St., North Tonawanda, Wednesday (Dec. 14, 1955) at DeGraff Memorial Hospital after a long illness. Born in Niagara Falls, N. Y., Mr. Gaul lived here 65 years. He was formerly employed for 30 years as a carpenter foreman at the Richardson Boat Co. and for nine years he was at the North Tonawanda pumping station as a fireman. He retired about a year ago. Mr. Gaul is survived by his wife, Cora; two sons, Osmond R. and Robert T.; four daughters, Mrs. Arthur Berndt, Mrs. Donald Knople, Miss Reeva M. Gaul and Mrs. Donald McKnight all of North Tonawanda, and two brothers, Leroy of Ransomville and Edward of Lockport. Ten grandchildren also survive. He was a member of the North Tonawanda Church of Christ, Columbia Hook and Ladder #1, and the North Tonawanda Fireman's Benevolent Association. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in Wattengel Funeral Home, 307 Oliver St., with the Rev. John Douglas officiating. Burial in Elmlawn Cemetery. | GAUL, Albert (I135392)
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| 30838 | The Tonawanda News Jun 1, 1938 Mrs Mary M. Urtel, 83 years old, died this morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George C Fritz, 332 Thompson street, She was the wife of the late Henry Urtel, Born in Buffalo, she had resided in North Tonawanda the past 36 years. She was a member of the St. Matthew's church and the Ladies Aid society of the church. She leaves a daughter. Mrs. Fritz, two grandchildren, one great grandchild: a sister. Mrs. William Urtel, Lockport, .and a brother, Fred Garling. Free City, Minn. Rites will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Fritz residence. The Rev. Carl Frankenstein will officiate, burial will be In Sweeney cemetery. -- MERGED NOTE ------------ Tonawanda News Jun 1, 1938 Mrs Mary M. Urtel, 83 years old, died this morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George C Fritz, 332 Thompson street, She was the wife of the late Henry Urtel, Born in Buffalo, she had resided in North Tonawanda the past 36 years. She was a member of the St. Matthew's church and the Ladies Aid society of the church. She leaves a daughter. Mrs. Fritz, two grandchildren, one great grandchild: a sister. Mrs. William Urtel, Lockport, .and a brother, Fred Garling. Free City, Minn. Rites will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Fritz residence. The Rev. Carl Frankenstein will officiate, burial will be In Sweeney cemetery. | GARLING, Mary M (I86268)
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| 30839 | The Tonawanda News, 12 October 1982 FRITZ - LeRoy E. Fritz, 66, of the Town of Wheatfield, Sunday (Oct. 10, 1982) at DeGraff Memorial Hospital. Mr. Fritz was a member of St. Albert the Great R.C. Church. He is survived by his wife, Caroline (nee Wawro) Fritz; one son, Karl L. Fritz, both of the Town of Wheatfleld; one brother, Louis Fritz of the Town of Wheatfield; four sisters, Mrs. Alma Berndt, Miss Elenora Fritz, Miss Vera Fritz and Mrs. Clarence (Esther) Miller, all of No. Tonawanda, also several nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday and Tuesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., at the Wattengel Funeral Home, Inc., 307 Oliver St., North Tonawanda where prayers will be said Wednesday at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in | FRITZ, LeRoy E (I68344)
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| 30840 | The Tonawanda News, 24 October 1986 WENDT - Robert W. Wendt, 63, of North Tonawanda, Wednesday, (October 22, 1986), unexpectedly at DeGraff Memorial Hospital. Mr. Wendt was a member of Abiding Saviour Church, Veteran of WW II, member of Tantara Country Club and a salesman for Calabro Chevrolet of Grand Island. Beloved husband of Jeneath (nee Sterrett) Wendt; father of Mrs. William (Marilyn) Coons of North Tonawanda and Michael Wendt of Rochester, NY; grandfather of three grandchildren; brother of Mrs. Lawrence (Alice) Wiseman and Mrs. Stanley (Jeanette) Sankes, both of Niagara Falls, NY and Roger (Betty) Wendt of Sanborn, NY; uncle of several nieces and nephews. Friends received by the family Friday 2-4 ana 7-9 p.m at the Brunner Funeral Home, 156 Robinson St., North Tonawanda, where services will be held Saturday, October 25, at 9:30 a.m. The Rev. Raymond Jensen officiating. Interment Acacia Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Abiding Saviour Memorial Fund. | WENDT, Robert W (I57591)
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| 30841 | The Tonawanda News, 9 July 1979 STRASSBURG - Ella H. Strassburg (nee Genet), 92, of North Tonawanda, Sunday (July 8, 1979) at DeGraff Memorial Hospital. A native of North Tonawanda, she was the wife of John G. Strassburg who died in 1946 and mother of Harold K. Strassburg who died in 1975 and was a member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church. She is survived by two daughters, Miss Edna E. Strassburg and Miss Ella R. Strassburg, both of North Tonawanda; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Fred Van de Water of Pekin, NY., and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and until noon Wednesday at John O, Roth Funeral Home, Morgan and William Sts., Tonawanda. Services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Wednesday at St. Matthew Lutheran Church by the Rev. A. W. Moldenhauer. Burial at St. Matthew Cemetery. | GENET, Ella H (I57263)
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| 30842 | The Tonawanda News, Aug 5, 1924 WILLIAM RICKERT DIES AFTER LONG ILLNESS William Rickert, 71 years old, a retired farmer, died at his home at No 402 Wheatfield street yesterday afternoon after a lingering illness. He was born in Germany. He settled in America 52 years ago, locating at LaSalle. Removing to St. Johnsburg a few years later, he resided there until retiring and taking up his home in North Tonawanda ten years ago. He is survived by a wife, two daughters, Mrs. William Rosebrock and Mrs. William. Werth. five grandchildren, all of North Tonawanda: one brother, Charles Rickert of Niagara Falls, and two sisters, Mrs. George Enos of Niagara Falls and Mrs. Jacob Luick of LaSalle. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the late residence and half an hour later from the St. Matthew's church on Wheatfield street. Rev. Carl Frankenstein officiating. Burial will be in the St. Matthew's cemetery | RUECKERT, Wilhelm Johann Friedrich (I78305)
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| 30843 | The Tonawanda News, Jan 16, 1916 Mrs. Amelia Bohlman. Mrs. Amelia Bohlman, 64 years old, widow of August Bolhman, late of North Tonawanda, died at her home at No. 358 Falconer street shortly before noon yesterday after a lingering illness. Four daughters, Mrs. Herman Bach, Mrs. John Roloff, Mrs. Charles Schulmeister and, Mrs. Fred Vorpahl, all of North Tonawanda; one son, Charles Bohlman of North Tonawanda, one sister, Mrs. Herman Acksel of Tonawanda, and three brothers, Charles and Julius Kriedemann of North Tonawanda and Rudolph Kriedemann of Germany survive. The funeral will be held from the family home at 2 o'clock on Sunday afternoon and a half hour later from St. Peter's church on Thompson street. Rev. R. A. Salzwedel officiating, Burial will be made in St. Peter's cemetery. | KRIEDEMANN, Amelia (I69548)
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| 30844 | The Tonawanda News, Jan 20, 1930 MRS. CHRISTINA GENET Mrs. Christina Genet, 75 years old,, died this morning at her home, 293 Stenzil street. M,rs.Genet was born in Germany. She had resided in North Tonawanda for the past 49 years. She was a member of the St. Mark's Lutheran church on Washington street. Surviving are a husband, Albert; four daughters, Mrs. William Brauer, Mrs. John Strassburg, Mrs. Joseph Doyle and Miss Emma Genet, North Tonawanda;, five sons, Herman. Lockport, August and William, Gasport. and Charles and Otto, North Tonawanda; 38 grandchildren and two grandchildren. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the residence and half an hour later from the St. Mark's church, Rev. Paul Fretthold officiating. Burial will be in the St. Mark's cemetery. | REICK, Christina (I78948)
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| 30845 | The Tonawanda News, Jul 6, 1942 Mrs Becker Dies Former Falls Woman Passes at 84, Resided on Frontier 69 Years NORTH TONAWANDA - Funeral services were conducted yesterday for Mrs. Fredericka Becker, 86, who died Friday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Gelz, 29 Poultney Avenue, Buffalo. The rites were held at the Gelz residence at noon and at the Holy Ghost church in Bergholz at one o'clock. The Rev. John Kuckenbecker officiated. Interment was in Holy Ghost. Mrs. Becker was born in Germany. She came to the Niagara frontier from her native land 60 years ago, and continued her residence in this area the rest of her life. She leaves two daughters, Mrs. Gelz, and Mrs. Lena Coffrey of Buffalo, three sons, Richard and Edward of Niagara Falls, and Charles of Pekin, 14 grandchildren, and 16 great grandchildren. | BEHM, Fredericke (I58187)
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| 30846 | The Tonawanda News, Jun 8, 1921 August Loeschke, seventy-three years old, a retired farmer, living on the Niagara road at Bergholtz, died suddenly at his home yesterday afternoon. He was found by members of his family lying unconscious on the floor of the bedroom where he went to sleep early in the afternoon. Dr. W. A. Peart of Sanborn was called and found Loeschke had suffered a stroke of apoplexy. He died soon after being stricken. Loeschke was born in Germany. He had lived at Bergholtz for the past forty years . He is survived by a son, William Loeschke of Bergholtz; two daughters. Mrs. Ludwig Voss of Buffalo and Mrs. Benjamin Bunston of Cinconnatus . N. Y., and one sister, Mrs. John Miller of Germany. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the late residence and half and hour later, standard time, at Holy Ghost Lutheran church, Bergholtz , Rev. A. C. Stark officiating . Burial will be in Holy Ghost cemetery . | LOESCHKE, August (I60611)
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| 30847 | The Tonawanda News, Mar 19, 1958 Walter Camann Dies At Home on 56th Birthday Walter R. Camann died of a heart attack yesterday on his 56th birthday. A police inhalator rescue squad was called at 2:55 pm to the Camann home at 26 Paramount Pkwy. but was nable to revive him. Mr. Camann became a Town of Tonawanda Highway Department employee in August 1926. He joined the town police force five years later. He was a member of the 23-Year Club of the Town of Tonawanda Employes He was also a life member of the Sheridan Police Club in the township. Mr. Camann's wife, the former Clara Zimmerman, is a part-time employe in the town clerk's and the town assessor's offices in the Town of Tonawanda. He is also survived by two sons. John W, and Richard C. Camann, a brother, Alderman Melvin A. Camann of Tonawanda, and three grandchildren. Funeral arrangements are being completed at the Bury Funeral Home. 3070 Delaware Ave, Kenmore. | CAMANN, Walter R (I53002)
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| 30848 | The Tonawanda News, Mar 30, 1949 Wolanske's Body Returns on Friday For Reburial Here The body of Pfc. Albert Wolanske of 461 Ward Rd., killed in action in Holland, Nov. 17, 1944, will arrive at the North Tonawanda New York Central depot Friday morning for reburial. The train is due at 7:30. A squad from Tonawandas Post, American Legion, will escort the body to the Fretthold Funeral Home, 1241 Oliver St., where services will be held Sunday at 2 p. m. and in the St. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church at 2:30 p. m. The Rev. Paul Fretthold will officiate and interment will be in St. Matthew's Cemetery. Tonawandas Post will confer military honors. Pfc. Wolanske was born in North Tonawanda July 4, 1914. He attended the St. Mark's Parochial School and the North Tonawanda High School. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Mary Wolanske Kehr; a daughter Patricia; five brothers Truman, Walter, Wilburt, George, and Raymond all of N. Tonawanda, and a sister, Lillian LaFleur, also of N. Tonawanda. | WOLANSKE, Albert Laverne (I97825)
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| 30849 | The Tonawanda News, Nov 14, 1910 DEATH TAKES MRS. HENRIETTE KAGE Henrietta Kage, wife of William Kage, died at her home at 116 Lincoln Ave. yesterday morning. She is survived by her husband and five children, Frank, Herman O., Charles, Mrs. Charles Gust of North Tonawanda, and Mrs. Frank Zastrow of Niagara Falls. The deceased was 77 years old, and was well known to many residents. She lived in Niagara County for 40 years. The funeral will be held from the late home on Tuesday.......... | KOPPE, Henrietta L (I213167)
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| 30850 | The Tonawanda News, Oct 13, 1975 Myrtle F. Martin. Services were held this morning at the Fretthold Funeral Home Inc. 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd for Mrs. Myrtle F. Martin who died Friday Oct 10, 1975 at DeGraff Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. Surviving are four sons, Walter E. Smith of Niagara Falls, N.Y., Eugene W., William J., and Albert T. Martin, all of North Tonawanda; ten daughters, Mrs. Herbert (Lillian) Kolbe of Gasport, Mrs. Joseph (Arlene) Kuehn, Mrs. Benny (Loretta) Wiech, Mrs. Joseph (Shirley) Wiech, Mrs. Donald (Edna) Sokal, Mrs. Fred (Doris) Stringfellow, Mrs. Richard (Jean) Siegmann, Mrs. Bob (Frances) Lewis, Mrs. Robert (Donna) Stec, Mrs. Russell (Carol) VeRost, all of North Tonawanda; 47 grandchildren ; 20 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Lena Lincoln and Mrs. Iva Madison both of Cherry Creek, NY and Mrs Albert (Eva ) Finkle of Kenmore, NY, a brother Henry Peters of Cherry Creek NY. Interment was held in Resthaven Cemetery with the Rev Thomas S Wood officiating. If so, Memorials may be made to the Third Presbyterian Church. | PETERS, Myrtle F (I115196)
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