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Lockport NY Union Sun Journal - 10/19/1932

Henry Bisher, 46, of 105 Washington
street died at 11 o'clock last
night in the City Hospital. He has
been ill since Friday but the seriousness
of his condition was not realized
until late yesterday when he
was rushed to the hospital in an
unconscious condition. The cause
of his death had not been determined
this morning.
Mr. Bisher was born in the town
of Lockport and lived practically
all his life- in this locality. He was
employed at the steam plant of tta
Lockport Division, New York State
Electric and Gas Company.
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Jennie
Morse Bisher; five children,
Gordon, Donald, Kathryn, Dorothy
and Melvin Bisher; his mother, Mrs.
Mary Bisher; four brothers and
three sisters, John, Burt, Walter and
George Bisher and Mrs. Rose Sanford,
all of Lockport, Mrs. Minnie
Walbel and Mrs. Rose Creasy of
Tonawanda.
Funeral services will be held Friday
afternoon at 2:30 at the home
of his brother, George Bisher, 291
South Transit street.

Henry married MORRIS, Jennie S about 1923. Jennie (daughter of MORRIS, Frank) was born on 26 May 1907 in New York; died in Aug 1974 in Lockport, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Dorothy L. Caraglin, 92, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2022. Born in Lockport, NY, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Jenny Bisher.
Dorothy was educated in the Barker Central Schools. On April 29, 1950 she married her beloved husband, Frank J. Caraglin in the Town of Royalton. Mr. Caraglin predeceased her on September 23, 2001.
Dorothy was a longtime member of the American Legion Cadille Post 1664 and the LaSalle-Griffon VFW Post 917. She enjoyed needle work, crocheting, playing cards, reading, as well as listening to music. Above all, Dorothy especially enjoyed spending time with her family.
Dorothy is survived by her children, Noreen (Norman) Maillet, Frank (Bambi) Caraglin, Jr., John Caraglin, Mark (Tammy) Caraglin, Loura (Floyd) Maines, Mary (Pat) Corsaro, Debbie (Vince) Ferlito and Jean (late Skip) Hachee; 23 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren; her sister, Bonnie (late Vince); as well as many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, Dorothy was predeceased by her daughter, Cindy (Michael) Willimott and her siblings, Bill (late Frances) Bisher, Gordon (late Myrtle) Bisher, Catherine (late Ed) Just and Melvin Bisher.
Visitation will be on Friday, September 23 from 4 – 7 P.M. at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will begin on Saturday at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. 

Dorothy married CARAGLIN, Frank J on 29 Apr 1950 in Town of Royalton, Niagara County, NY. Frank (son of CARAGLIN, Giovanni and SORO, Giovanna) died on 12 Sep 2001. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Gordon married NICHOLS, Mary on 10 Aug 1946 in Town of Hartland, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Myrtle. Myrtle and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Donald W. "Bill" Bisher
(October 28, 1926 - January 11, 2015)

Of Newfane, NY husband of the late Frances Kozyra Bisher entered into rest peacefully at his residence. He was born in Pendleton, New York on October 28, 1926. Bill was self employed as a carpenter for many years and later in life he worked for Henchel farms. He spent most of his years living in Lockport till coming to Newfane. Bill was a member of the Niagara Falls area American Legion he also spent many years as a volunteer member of the Wrights Corners Fire Co. Bill was an honorably discharged World War II veteran serving in the Marine Corps. from 1944 to 1946 where he was awarded the Purple heart for his service. Survivors include a sister Dorothy Caraglin of Niagara Falls, a niece Susan (Larry) Dormer of Newfane, a Nephew Steven (Brenda) Perry of Lockport along with several other nieces, nephews and cousins. He is predeceased by his brothers Gordon Bisher and Melvin Renz and also a sister Catherine Just. The family would like to thank the friends, neighbors and management of the Hamlet square apartment complex for all of their help and friendship. There will be no prior visitation. Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery.

Family/Spouse: KOZYRA, Frances. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: JUST, Edward. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Life story

Cynthia (Caraglin) Willimott, passed on March 1st 2022 at age 67. She was surrounded by her family at Niagara Falls Memorial Center. Born on October 18, 1954 to Dorothy (Bisher) and the late Frank Caraglin, Sr. She attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School  in 1973. Cindy worked various jobs until retiring from Opportunities Unlimited after 20 years. 

Cindy lived her life to the fullest, and enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She also enjoyed being the life of any party. She loved to go camping, and to the beach, and spent a lot of time with her friends Lee and Rob Frost , Patty and “Kitkat”. She enjoyed their company and friendship very much. 

She is survived by her husband, Michael Willimott. Her three children, Jamie (Carlos) Skye,  Danielle (John) Davis and Christopher (Jakia) Skye.  Her grandchildren, Michael Skye,  JaNaiya A.K.A Shania, Gulley, Nesiah Gulley, Naim Gulley, Jr., Aveiona Gulley, 
Nazciona Gulley, Sirenity King, Stephon Bradberry, Jaylen Maye, Janelle Davis, Trinity Skye;great- grandchildren, Kay Kay, Fatman, Kamille, Ari, Pia, Jay Buggie, Darian Jr., Jordan, Kaiden and Akerra; brother-in-laws, Arvie, John, Jim, Rich, Daryl Christian, Frank Pacifico and sister-in-law, Donna Christian.  Predeceased by her great-grandson, Cameron Michael Skye and Stepson, Michael Willimott, Jr.  Cindy is also survived by her 8 siblings, Noreen (Norman) Maillet, Frank (Bambi) Caraglin, John Caraglin, Mark (Tammy) Caraglin, Loura (Flyod) Maines, Mary (Pat) Corsaro, Debbie (Vince) Ferlito, Jean (late Skip) Hachee. Cindy is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins and so many loving friends. Very special niece and nephew, Patrick Corsaro ( Cassie) and niece, Ashely Corsaro (Richie Roszel) and her beloved doggie  and her best friend, Minnie. 

While we mourn our loss, we celebrate her life well lived and cherish each and every memory. Cindy will be missed by many friends and family. 

Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial on Saturday, March 12th, 2022 from 
4-6pm with a Celebration of Life to follow from 6-10pm at the VFW Post 917, Niagara Falls, NY 14305. Flowers are welcome. Please have all flowers delivered by 1pm to the VFW. Professional arrangements are under the care of the Goodlander family, OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (716-297-9007).  Share condolences at GOODLANDERCARES.com

Family/Spouse: WILLIMOTT, Michael. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: MAILLET, Norman. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: MARTIN, Bambi. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Family/Spouse: MAINES, Floyd. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: CORSARO, Pat. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: FERLITO, Vince. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: HACHEE, Skip. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Susan married PENWRIGHT, Kenneth H on 20 Nov 1970 in Keansburg, Monmouth County, NJ. Kenneth (son of PENWRIGHT, Kenneth and Geraldine) was born on 28 Jul 1951; died on 29 Dec 2001 in Lake Worth, Palm Beach County, FL. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: SKYE, Carlos. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: DAVIS, John. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Life Story

Christopher Thomas Skye, 39, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on May 7, 2023.  Born on April 1, 1984 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Thomas Skye and the late Cynthia (nee Caraglin) Willimott.

Chris worked at Giovanni’s Auto Shop as a mechanic. He loved spending time with his family and friends and to barbecue.  Chris also enjoyed fishing and had a new fondness for bingo. He had a heart of gold and he will be greatly missed.

Chris is survived by his daughter, Trinity Ann Skye of Niagara Falls, NY; niece who was like a daughter to him, Nazciona Gulley of Niagara Falls, NY; sisters, Jamie (Carlos) Skye of Niagara Falls, NY and Danielle (John) Davis of Ft. Worth, TX; step-father, Michael Willimott, Sr.; nephews, Michael Christopher Skye of Niagara Falls, NY, Stephon Bradberry of Washington, DC, Jaylen Christopher Maye of Ft. Worth, TX and Naim Y. (Deja Wilson) Gulley of Niagara Falls, NY; nieces, Ja’Naiyha (Darian) Gulley, of Springfield, OH, Nesiah (KaShaun) Gulley, Aveiona Gulley, Serenity King andNeahsia Maye all of Niagara Falls, NY;

Grand babies who he adored so much, Ayla Pryor, A'myla (Poon) Pringle and Annaleez Gonzales; his girlfriend, Jakia Walker; great-nieces, K’Ahni Y. Marie Gulley, Jayionna J’lynn Tanksley, Arianna Nicole Skye, Kamille Bliss, Aliyah Renee Skye and Naziyah Dior Gulley; great-nephews, Naizer NaDamerae Gulley, Darian Raymel Tanksley, Jr. and Kai’Sai Levon Bivins; special aunts, Debbie (Vince) Ferlito and Mary (Pat) Corsaro; special cousins, Richie Roszel, Ashley Corsaro, Pat and Cassie Corsaro and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends, including special friends, Kalid (Nicole) Abusalah, Angel Rivera, Sean Carter, Devincio K.D. James, Sambno Haynes, Jermone Haynes, Jaletti-his friend and longtime barber and the entire 1800 block. Besides his parents, Chris was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Eleanor and Donald Skye;  maternal grandparents, Frank and Dorothy Caraglin; great-nephew, Cameron Skye and a great-niece, Dah’Zyer Gulley

The family will be present for friends to gather on Saturday, May 13th, from 2-5:30 p.m. at the OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (716-297-9007), where a brief prayer service will be held at 5:30 p.m. A Life Celebration will be held on May 15th, from 5-9 p.m. at the VFW Post 917, 2435 Seneca Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY 14305.  All are invited. Professional arrangements are under the care of the Goodlander family.  Share condolences and view his tribute video at GOODLANDERCARES.com 

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

Notes:

Joseph Caraglin, 36, of Youngstown, NY, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023. Born in Lewiston, NY, he is the loving son of Frank and Bambi (Martin) Caraglin.
Joe attended St. Peter’s School, as well as Lewiston-Porter High School. He was currently employed by the Griffon Brewery and Gastropub in Lewiston, and also worked as a landscaper for several years. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed to play frisbee golf, attend concerts with his friends and spend time with his cats and dog. He was also a passionate fan of the Jacksonville Jaguars and the New York Yankees. Above all, Joe cherished the time spent with his family and friends who will miss him dearly.
In addition to his parents, Joseph is survived by his beloved siblings, Gina (Eric Leask) Caraglin, Franci (Tim) Ferchen, Frankie (Jess Kelley) Caraglin and Giovanna (Alan) Sherrill; his cherished nieces and nephews, Ormead, Malaya, Timmy, Luke and Sophia; his devoted friends, Ana Caraglin and Michael 'Dread' Armstrong, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and countless friends.
Visitation will be Monday, November 20 from 3 – 7 P.M. at M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association at diabetes.org

Family/Spouse: LEASK, Eric. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Family/Spouse: KELLEY, Jess. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: SHERRILL, Alan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]