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- DOLORES J. WHITCOMB, age 85 of Lewiston, NY, formerly of Niagara Falls and Olcott, NY, was called peacefully to her heavenly home on April 28, 2023, while at the Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on May 31, 1937; daughter of the late Reinert and Edith (Wolf) Wendt. she attended Hyde Park School, and was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School. "Bunny" as many known her, was employed at the former Bier's Clothing Store, and later worked as a nanny for several families. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting, which many of her family will remember her by, with various items that were made over the years. Dolores was preceded in death by her husband, Richard C. Whitcomb, Sr. on November 2, 2013. They enjoyed many happy times together dancing, bowling, traveling, playing cards, time spent in Florida, and listening to music. She loved to cook and have the whole family over for dinners and gatherings. "Bunny" did enjoy her sweets, especially the marshmallow peeps and circus peanuts. She was a member of the former St. Paul - Calvary Lutheran Church in Niagara Falls, and was also a member of the Eagles and Elks.Survivors include three children, Richard (Cyntha) Whitcomb, Russell Whitcomb, and Debra (Russell) Loverde; four grandchildren, Elena (Christopher) Woods, Crystal (Leon) Blanchard, Jamie (Joseph) Spadolini, and Richard Whitcomb, III. Also preceded in death by a brother, Duane Wendt.A memorial service will take place at the DuBois Funeral Home, 2436 Niagara Road, (Bergholz) in Wheatfield, on Friday - May 5 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice
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