Marie married MACK, James F about 1928. James (son of MACK, John and SULLIVAN, Bridget) was born in 1904 in New York; died in 1959; was buried in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Town of Lewiston, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Family/Spouse: KCUIK, Rodney. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Robert married KRELL, Nancy S on 16 Jul 1966 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Nancy (daughter of KRELL, Arthur and KUCHY, Sue) was born on 26 Feb 1945 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY; died on 28 Aug 2016 in Buffalo, Erie County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Lorraine M. (Mack) Paonessa, 80, of Third Avenue, entered into rest at Mount St. Mary's Hospital on Friday February 12, 2010 while receiving care from Niagara Hospice and surrounded by her loving family. Lorraine was born October 2, 1929, the daughter of the late James Mack and Marie (Rivers) Dury and step daughter of the late Philip Dury. She married the love of her life, John T. Paonessa on June 26, 1947. They shared 61 years together until his death in March 2008. She loved spending time with her family and was affectionately known as "Grama Fries" by her great grandchildren due to her Saturday lunches of Burger's and Fries at Gram's. Lorraine was an avid bowler. She was the secretary of the Tuesday Ladies Trio bowling league for over 30 years. She was named the secretary of the year for the Niagara Falls Women's Bowling Association in the early 1970's. Along with her husband, she helped to start an adult/youth bowling league which offered a savings bond to all the children along with helping to teach them bowling.She is survived by her children, John Paonessa, Jr. of Niagara Falls, Cathy (Melvin) Wagner of Ransomville, Janice (Robert) Craig of Niagara Falls and Lori (Richard Drabczyk) Paonessa of North Tonawanda; her brother, Robert (Nancy) Mack; her sister, Beverly (Rodney) Kcuik of Lexington, NC; sisters-in-law, Beverly Mack of Niagara Falls, Amy (late Dominick) Paonessa of Coos Bay, OR; grandchildren, Dawn (Joseph) Cala, Rene (James) Perry, Melanie (John) Smeal, Jill (Brandon Blose) Wagner, Sara Craig, Joseph Craig and Amber Paonessa; 17 great grandchildren, several aunts, uncles and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by brothers, Donald, Ronald and James Mack. Friends may call Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, where prayers will be said Tuesday 10 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM in St. Vincent de Paul Parish at St. Leo's. Interment will be in Riverdale Cemetery, Lewiston. In lieu of flowers, memorials, if desired, may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094; or to the American Cancer Society, 101 John James Audubon Parkway, Amherst, NY 14223. Visit www.LaneFuneralHome.com.
Published in the Greater Niagara Newspapers on 2/13/2010

Lorraine married PAONESSA, John T on 26 Jun 1947. John died in Mar 2008. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Niagaa Gazette 10/10/2008

James W. Mack, 76, of 78th Street, died Thursday, October 9, 2008 in Mt. St. Mary’s Hospital. Mr. Mack was born December 16, 1931 in Niagara Falls, the son of James and Marie Elizabeth (Rivers) Mack.He attended local schools and graduated from Trott Vocational High School in 1949. He joined the U.S. Navy in 1951 and served until 1955. He worked in construction in West Virginia prior to joining Local Labors Union 91 in 1959. He was employed as a foreman until his retirement in 1994. He was a hard worker. He enjoyed golf, bowling and traveling and watching the Bills and the Sabres and basketball and football games. He was a member of the American Legion LaSalle Post 1142.He is survived by his former wife, Patricia (Tedesco) Mack; his wife, Beverly (Sell) Mack; two sons, Ronald S. (Lynn) Mack of Niagara Falls and Michael J. (Lisa) Mack of Round Rock, TX; a daughter, Gail P. (David) Kephart of Sanborn; two sisters, Lorraine (late John) Paonessa of Niagara Falls and Beverly J. (Rodney) Kcuik of Lexington, NC; a brother, Robert F. (Nancy) Mack of Niagara Falls; seven grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Ronald and Donald Mack.The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 7-9 PM Sunday in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, where funeral services will be held Monday at 9:30 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in St. Vincent de Paul Parish at Prince of Peace, 1065 Military Road. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Research, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.Visit www.LaneFuneralHome.com for on-line guest register.

Family/Spouse: SELL, Beverly. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married TEDESCO, Patricia on 28 Jul 1956 in Mason, WV. Patricia (daughter of TEDESCO, Sebastian F and FARINA, Sarah M) was born about 1934 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY; died on 11 Mar 2023 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: BEHRENS, Robert R. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Janelle married BRYDGES, Daniel G [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Janice M. Craig

April 27, 1957 - November 5, 2016



Janice M. (Paonessa) Craig, of Niagara Falls, passed away November 5, 2016 while in the loving Care of Niagara Hospice. She was surrounded by her family and friends.

Janice was born April 27, 1957, a daughter of the late John T. and Lorraine (Mack) Paonessa of the Town of Niagara. Janice was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls, graduating from LaSalle Senior High School Class of 1975. She married Robert J. Craig on September 11, 1976. Janice was a much loved employee of Teva Pharmaceuticals in North Tonawanda for nearly 30 years.

Janice enjoyed scrapbooking, creating books for milestone events as well as books for past generations of her family. She took a yearly trip to Ellicottville for scrapbooking with her family and friends. An event she truly loved to attended.

She had a great love for pets, not only her two resident cats, but all of the four legged family members. As her husband’s job took him to different cities, Janice enjoyed being able to visit those places and see the country. She was also an avid Buffalo Bills fan enjoying each week’s game with her family.

In addition to her loving husband of 40 years, Janice is survived by two children, Sara Craig and Joseph (Katie Ross) and her beloved grandson, Daxton Craig; sisters, Cathy (Melvin) Wagner; Lori (Richard Drabczyk) Poanessa; brother in law, Gary (Pamela) Craig; several aunts, uncles and many adored nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, John T. Paonessa, Jr and well as her mother and father in law, James and Lucy (Scricco) Craig.

Friends may call Wednesday from 2-4, 6-8 PM in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, where prayers will be said Thursday at 10:45 AM followed of a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 in St. Vincent de Paul Parish (Saint Leo’s site). The interment will be in Riverdale Cemetery, Lewiston.

Flowers are graciously declined. Memorial donations can be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094 or to the Make a Wish Foundation of WNY at www.wish.org.

Janice married CRAIG, Robert J on 11 Sep 1976. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: DRABCZYK, Richard. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Cathy married WAGNER, Melvin R [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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

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

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Joseph R. Craig, of Niagara Falls, passed away on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at home. He was 40 years old.
Joseph was born in Niagara Falls, New York on August 13, 1981, the son of Robert J. Craig of Niagara Falls and the late Janice (Paonessa) Craig.
Following his graduation from High School, he traveled with his father for various construction jobs. After returning home, he attended NCCC and graduated from SUNY of Fredonia with a bachelor’s degree in Digital Media and Photography. There, he received multiple awards for his talents and work.
 
Joe was employed by Niagara Gutter and Occidental Chemical Corporation. In his free time, he enjoyed spending time writing music, expanding his photography skills and cheering on the Buffalo Bills. His most cherished times were those spent with his son, Daxton.

In addition to his father, Robert and son Daxton, he is survived by his sister, Sara Craig and many friends & extended family members.
 
Visitation will be Tuesday [October 19th] from 2:00 – 4:00 & 6:00 – 8:00 PM in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls. The public is invited. Funeral services and interment will be held privately for the family.

Family/Spouse: ROSS, Katie. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]