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Niagara Gazette - 9/16/1950

AUSTIN-In this city. September 15.
1950. Mabel Austin of Ransomville
Age 67. Wife of Will H . mother of
Melvin. t his city. Lawrence, Fred.
William, Jr . Harold, all of Ransomville.
sister of Raymond Bradley, of
Wilson. Frank B r a dley . of Ransom -
ville. She is also survived by 14
g r a n d c h i i d r e n Funeral Sunday at. 2
p m. at Gentle Funeral Parlors. Ran-
somville. Red E A Sergel officiating,
I n t e r m e n t in North Ridge cemetery.

Mabel married AUSTIN, William H about 1907. William was born about 1881 in New York; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Niagara Gazette - 4/10/1972

Melvin H. Austin, of 2729
Cleveland Ave., died Saturday
(April 8, 1972).
He was born in Ransomville
and lived in Niagara Falls for
32 years.
Mr. Austin worked at the
Carborundum Co. for 38 years.
He was a member of the
Carborundum Co. 25 Year Club
and Niagara Frontier Lodge
132, F and AM.
Survivors include his wife,
Janette; three sons, James,
Michael, and Paul, all at
home; four daughters, Susan
and Jo°n, at home; Mrs.
Charles (Sharon) Guarino, this
city, and Mrs. John (Joyce)
Commons, Fountain Valley,
Cal., and four grandchildren.
Private funeral services will
be held Tuesday at the Otto
Redanz Funeral Home. Burial
will be in Riverdale Cemetery.
Friends may call at the:
funeral home from 3-5 and 7-9
p.m. today.

Melvin married MOROWSKI, Jeanette about 1938. Jeanette was born on 23 May 1917; died in Dec 1987 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: DRINKWATER, Marjorie. Marjorie (daughter of DRINKWATER, Victor and Mildred) was born on 1 Apr 1917 in Town of Wilson, Niagara County, NY; died on 6 Oct 1970 in Town of Newfane, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: BOWLER, Rebecca Sue. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Joyce married COMMONS, John J [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Sharon married GUARINO, Charles L [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Family/Spouse: KUREK, Ronald. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Notes:

Suzanne M. Austin, 69, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on August 9, 2023 at Mt. St. Mary’s Hospital in Lewiston, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Melvin and Jeanette (Morowski) Austin.
Sue was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School.  She was employed for over 20 years with the Niagara Falls Board of Education in Food Preparation, mainly working at Henry J. Kalfas Elementary School, where she was very well loved and respected by all.  Sue enjoyed going to the casino with her friends and attending Chinese auctions.  Above all, she cherished the time she spent with her family, and loved being at all family events and celebrations.
Sue is survived by her siblings, Joann (Ron) Kurek, Paul Austin, Michael (Cathy) Austin, and Jim (Dorothy) Austin, as well as by many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Sharon (late Charles) Guarino.
Per Sue’s wishes, there will be no prior visitation or funeral services.  If desired, in lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14304.  Arrangements by M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel.  Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.

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

Norman married CREWE, Grace [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: BAILEY, Clinton C. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: GUINN, Paul. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Richard married HEIDEMANN, Barbara Jean [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Clyde married HAIGHT, Darlene Ellen [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Notes:

David W."Joe" Austin, age 77, of Barker, died Saturday July 1, 2017 at his home under the loving care of his family and Niagara Hospice.
 
Joe was born December 28, 1939 in Ransomville, NY, the son of the late Fred and Marjorie (Drinkwalter) Austin and lived most of his life in Barker. He worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator for 43 years at Niagara Stone in the Town of Niagara, retiring in 2002. After retirement Joe lived and spent time in the mountains in Fairplay, Colorado for 10 years. Joe raised homing pigeons, enjoyed raccoon hunting, and his beloved pet dog, "Asha".
 
He married Nancy A. Kneeppel on June 13, 1959. In addition to Nancy, he is survived by his children, Karen Langendorfer of Barker, Bobbie (Tim) Eyre of Honeoye Falls, NY, David W. Austin of York, PA, and Leonard Austin (Michael Aker) of Denver, CO; his grandchildren, Troy (Nicole) Langendorfer, Jesse (Hayley) Healy, and Kyle (Kathleen) Healy; his step grandchildren, Brent and Brianna Backman; two sisters, Patricia (late Clinton) Bailey and Jane (late Paul) Guinn; four brothers, Dick (Barbara), Carl (Cindy), Clyde (late Mary), and Neal Austin. He was predeceased by two brothers, Bob (late Marie) Austin and Norman "Pete" (Grace) Austin.
 
Services will be private at the convenience of the family. There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a Charity of one's choice, or to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094. Arrangements have been entrusted to HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, 3648 Ransomville Rd. Ransomville.

David married KNEEPPEL, Nancy A on 13 Jun 1959. Nancy and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Lockport Union-Sun & Journal

GASPORT — Susan Denise Austin, age 38, of Gasport, went home to be with her Lord, Monday, March 21, 2011, at her home, surrounded by her loving family, after fighting a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Born March 23, 1972 in Medina, she was the daughter of Rebecca Sue (Bowler) Austin and the late Fred T. Austin.

Susan was a 1990 graduate of Barker Central Schools. She worked on the Barker Alumni Committee and had attended her 20th class reunion this past summer. She was also a charter member of the Community Fellowship Church at Johnson Creek. Sue enjoyed planting flower gardens and loved to watch and feed the hummingbirds. She also enjoyed cooking for family gatherings. Sue enjoyed collecting donations from organizations and businesses for fellow patients at Sisters of Charity Hospital. She had worked as a cook at the Waters of Gasport for 10 years; previously she had worked at Jubilee in Lockport, the Best Western and Comfort Inn in Lockport, and Murph’s Stop 31 in Medina.

She is survived by her loving mother, Rebecca Sue (Bowler) Austin. Dearest sister of Robert and Clyde Austin of Lockport, David “Joe” Austin of Colorado, Richard and Carl Austin of Barker, Neil Austin of Appleton, Patricia Bailey of Portville, Jane Guinn of Middleport, Scott Rocca of Pennsylvania and the late Norman Austin. She is survived by three uncles and two aunts: David Bowler of Lockport, Roger Bowler of Alexander, Wayne (Betsey) Pulver of Arizona, Bunny Austin of Youngstown and the late Dennis Bowler. Several nieces, nephews, cousins and her dog, Princess also survive her.

Family and friends are invited to attend visitation at the Sherrie-Bream Funeral Home, 4521 Main Street, Gasport, on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Friday, March 25, 2011 at 11:00 AM, with the Reverend Roy Harriger officiating. Interment will be in Hartland Central Cemetery, Gasport. Memorials appreciated to The Lockport Care Net Pregnancy Center, 251 East Avenue, Lockport, NY 14094, Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094, or the Community Fellowship Church, 3144 Johnson Creek Road, Middleport, NY 14105.

Please sign guest register at www.sherriefuneralhome.com.

Notes:

November 13, 2013
Paul R. Austin

Niagara Gazette

LEWISTON — Paul R. Austin, 73, of Ransomville, NY, died November 13, 2013 in Mount St. Mary's Hospital, Lewiston.

Born in Niagara Falls, NY on July 30, 1940 to the late Lawrence and Beulah (Johnston) Austin and had been a lifelong resident.

He graduated from Wilson High School in 1958 and then enlisted in the US Marine Corp. in 1959 until his honorable discharge in 1963.

On August 10, 1962, Paul married Ann Carter and together they raised their family in Ransomville.

Paul worked as a Fireman in the Fire Brigade Unit at Harrison Radiator, Lockport, for 34 years, retiring in 1999. In 1958 Paul joined the Ransomville Volunteer Fire Co. and held offices of Fire Chief and Lieutenant and was an active member with 55 years of service to the community. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed fishing with his brother, Jim in many tournaments for many years.

In addition to his wife, Ann, he is survived by three daughters, Lynn (James) Suszczynski of Kenmore, NY, Paula (Col. James) Stopa of Camp Lejeunne, NC, Marianne Snopkowski of Wixon, MI; grandchildren, Steven and Skyler Snopkowski, Alyssa, Alexa and James Stopa; his brother, James (Patricia) Austin of Ransomville; his cousin, Ronald (Margaret "Peggy") Johnston of Ransomville; his mother-in-law, Ramona Carter and two granddogs, Zippy and Titan. Paul was predeceased by his son, Lee R. Austin; and father-in-law, Kenneth Carter.

Friends may call at the HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, 3648 Ransomville Rd., Ransomville, on Friday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Funeral service will be held Saturday, November 16, 2013, at 10:00 AM at the funeral home, with Rev. William Lowery officiating. Burial to follow in North Ridge Cemetery, Town of Cambria, NY. Memorials may be made to the Ransomville Volunteer Fire Co., P.O. Box 239, Ransomville, NY 14131.

Visit www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries for online guest register.

Paul married CARTER, Ann [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married HOULDSON, Patricia M [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

David C. Guarino, 40, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away tragically on Tuesday, January 31, 2017. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on May 10, 1976, he was the son of Charles(Della) Guarino and the late Sharon (Austin) Guarino.
David was a Maintenance Supervisor at Pemco, Inc. in Niagara Falls, NY. Dave will forever be remembered as a devoted family man, and a very caring and giving person.
Besides his father, he is survived by his wife, Amy (Bresko) Guarino; children, Miranda, Nora and David, Jr.; sisters, Lisa (David) Caserto and Debra Guarino. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Friends may call on Friday, February 3rd from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM at ZAJAC FUNERAL HOME INC., 319-24th Street, cor. of Welch Ave., Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will begin at 7:00 PM. Burial will take place at the convenience of the family in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY.
Visit zajacfuneralhomeinc.com for online condolences.

Family/Spouse: BRESKO, Amy. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: CASERTO, David. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Krista Snell Obituary

Krista Snell of Barker, NY entered into rest on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at
home after a two-year battle with cancer. She was born in Newfane, NY on
January 3, 1969, daughter of Richard and Barbara (Heidemann) Austin; mother of
Michael and Daniel Snell; sister of Steven (Mindy) Austin and Brian (Kelly) Austin;
and aunt to numerous nieces and nephews. Krista is also survived by her former
husband, William Snell, of Middleport, NY.
Krista earned her bachelor’s degree at SUNY Cobleskill and worked as a Loan
Officer and Appraiser at Farm Credit East for 30+ years.  She loved raising her boys
and engaging in multiple hobbies, including bee keeping, gardening, harvesting
maple syrup, raising pigs and chickens, wreath making, crocheting, camping and
spending time laughing and telling stories with family and close friends.


Family and friends may call at the Rutland-Corwin Funeral Home, Inc. 2670 Main
St. Newfane, NY on Thursday, December 7, 2023 from 4-8pm. Funeral services will
be held on Friday, December 8, 2023 at 11am in St. Johns Lutheran Church 10213
Roosevelt Hwy, Lyndonville, NY 14098. Burial will be in Somerset Cemetery. In
lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Niagara Hospice or St. Johns Lutheran
Church.

Family/Spouse: SNELL, William. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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

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

Family/Spouse: EYRE, Timothy. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: AKER, MIchael. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: SUSZCZYNSKI, James. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: STOPA, James Col. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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