Notes:

North Tonawanda NY Evening News - 11/6/1978

BRAWN - Charlotte
Brawn of Wilson. NY.
at Inter-Community
Memorial Hospital.
Newfane, Sunday
(November 5, 1978).
Wife of the late
Thomas Brawn; mother
of Mrs. Edward Hurtgam
of Ransomville.
Mrs. Sumner Fogg of
Niagara Falls, Mrs.
Edward Lester and Mrs.
Merton Evans, both of
Wilson, Mrs. Arnold
Kopp of Sarasota, Fla.,
Thomas B. Brawn of
Wilson. Sidney Brawn of
Orlando, Fla., Harry
Brawn of Lockport and
the late Ernest Brawn
and the late Marjory
Drewes, surviving are 32
grandchildren; 86 greatgrandchildren
and nine
great - great - grandchildren.
Friends may call at
the Hamilton & Clark
Funeral Chapel, Wilson
where the family will be
present Monday 7 to 9
p.m. and Tuesday 2 to 4
and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral
services Wednesday at
11 am, with the Rev.
William Horner officiating.
Interment
North Ridge Cemetery.

Charlotte married BRAWN, Thomas B on 27 Nov 1901 in Bedford Bedfordshire, England. Thomas was born on 30 Mar 1883 in England; died in Jul 1973 in Ransomville, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Winifred married HURTGAM, Edward Otto Herman on 16 Jan 1924 in North Ridge, Town of Cambria, Niagara County, NY. Edward (son of HURTGAM, Charles and BERG, Augusta M) was born on 31 Aug 1902 in Town of Cambria, Niagara County, NY; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

THOMAS B. BRAWN
Published December 12, 1989
Services for Thomas B. Brawn, 85, of Wilson-Cambria Road, a retired farm implement dealer, will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in St. Peter Lutheran Church, Church Street, Town of Cambria. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Brawn, a native of England, died Sunday (Dec. 10, 1989) in the Mount View Health Facility, Town of Lockport, after a long illness. He was brought to the United States as a child and operated Brawn's Massey-Ferguson farm implement business from his home for 30 years before retiring several years ago. He was a charter member of the Wilson Conservation Club and Wilson Volunteer Fire Company. He was a 47-year member of St. Peter Church and served on many church boards. Surviving are his wife; two daughters; a son; a brother; four sisters and five grandchildren.

Thomas married SCHUMAN, Beatrice Martha on 25 Nov 1933 in North Ridge, Town of Cambria, Niagara County, NY. Beatrice (daughter of SCHUMAN, Amil Johann Friedrich and DREWES, Mary Katherine) was born on 27 Feb 1912 in Town of Wilson, Niagara County, NY; died on 28 Jun 2012 in Town of Wilson, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: MATHEWS, Margaret. Margaret was born on 21 Mar 1912 in New York; died in Feb 1983 in Orlando, Orange County, FL. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Ernest married RICKHOLD, Anna Mae about Mar 1933 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Anna was born on 24 Mar 1916; died in Dec 1987 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: LESTER, Edward J. Edward (son of LESTER, Harry F and SMITH, Mary) was born on 30 Aug 1909 in New York; died on 15 Dec 1998 in Ransomville, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: FOGG, Sumner G. Sumner (son of FOGG, Clarence and Pearl) died on 5 Jul 2014 in Hawaiian Gardens, Los Angeles County, CA. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lillian married EVANS, Merton on 1 Mar 1935 in New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: DONNER, Charlotte J. Charlotte (daughter of DONNER, Kenneth V and MATTHEWS, Ruth A) was born on 19 Apr 1920 in Niagara County, NY; died on 7 Nov 2001 in Lockport, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Niagara Gazette - 6/8/1970

Mrs. Marjorie Drewes
WILSON—Mrs. Marjory M.
Drewes, 49, of North Ridge died
Saturday (June 6, 1970) in Inter-
Community Memorial Hospital,
Newfane.
Mrs. Drewes was born May
7, 1921, in Sanborn, the
daughter of Thomas B. and
Charlotte Brawn. She was
married to Arnold W. Drewes
on Sept. 10, 1937. She was a
member of North Ridge
Methodist Church.
Survivors include her husband;
a son, Arnold W. Drewes
Jr. of North Ridge; two
daughters, Mrs. Gary (Linda)
Treichler, Sanborn, and Mrs.
David (Pamela) Erway, Wilson.
She was the mother of the late
Lavern R. -Drewes. Also surviving
are six grandchildren;
her parents, of Wilson; five
sisters, Mrs. Edward Hartgarh,
Ransomville, Mrs. Summer
Fogg, Niagara Falls, Mrs. Edward
Lester, Mrs. M e r t on
Evans and Mrs. Arnold Kopp;
four brothers, Thomas B.
Brawn Jr., Ernest Brawn of
Wilson, Sidney Brawn, Orlando,
Fla., and Harry B r a w n,
Lockport.
Friends may call at the Hamilton
and Clark F u n e r al
Chapel, Wilson, today, from. 2
to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., wnere
funeral services will be held
Tuesday at 2 p.m., the Rev.
Mason Crites officiating. Burial
will be in North Ridge
Cemetery.

Marjorie married DREWES, Arnold W on 10 Sep 1938 in Town of Cambria, Niagara County, NY. Arnold (son of DREWES, Ludwig Heinrich and SCHROEDER, Louise) was born on 27 Sep 1911 in New York; died on 11 Nov 1998 in Lockport, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: KOPP, Arnold. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Posted: Saturday, March 7, 2015 4:58 pm

Longtime Farmer of Barker

Ronald Edward Hurtgam passed away peacefully at home on March 7, 2015 with his loving wife of 65 years, Wilma (Bayles) Hurtgam, by his side. He was son of Edward and Winfred (Brawn) Hurtgam; predeceased by brother, Mervin Hurtgam; and infant son, David William Hurtgam.

Ronald is survived by seven children, Keith (Darlene) Hurtgam, Kathy Hurtgam Frost, Karen (Bob) Boyle, Karyl (Rich) Miller, Lora (Jeff) Partyka, Michael Hurtgam, Barbara (Tim) Kraus; fourteen grandchildren, Chad (Cathrine) Hurtgam, Amanda (Tom) Detschner, Mathew Hurtgam, Jeff (Debora) Frost, David Frost, Jason (Stacy) Boyle, Derek Boyle, Megan (Andrew) Hyatt, Katie (Noah) Miller, Kim (David) Stoll, Steven and Scott Partyka, Jamie (David) Schwab, Kristina Hurtgam and nineteen great-grandchildren; beloved dogs, Buster, Maggie and Pewee; brothers and sisters-in-law, Jim and Edith Faery, Shirley (Late John) Hartmann, Steve and Sue Bayles and Joyce (Late Bill) Bayles.

Ronald loved to farm and loved his animals. He continued to farm and care for animals up to the last months of his life. He was an adverturous snowmobiler and enjoyed playing Euchre. He loved to tractor pull and ride in his l977 pace car Mustang. He was a member of Masons for 52 years at the Gasport Lodge No. 787. He enjoyed chewing the rag with his friends and fellow farmers. Known for his hard cider and whiskey cherries that he enjoyed sharing with friends. He will be missed but never forgotten by his loving family. Thank you for everything Dad and Grandpa!

Friends and relatives may call on Monday from 6-9 PM at the Bates, Wallace & Heath Funeral Home, 38 State St., Middleport, NY and Tuesday from 10-11 AM at the Hartland United Methodist Church, 8019 Ridge Rd., Gasport, NY, where funeral services will follow at 11:00 AM with the Rev. Cheryl Brown officiating. Burial will be in Hartland Central Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Heart Association, Hartland Methodist Church or the Hartland Fire Department would be appreciated by the Hurtgam family.

Please visit bateswallace.com to sign guest register.

Family/Spouse: BAYLES, Wilma. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: HARBISON, Sue Carol. Sue (daughter of HARBISON, J Lloyd and BRADLEY, Hazel) was born on 19 Mar 1933 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY; died on 7 May 2022 in Town of Lewiston, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Rosemary Ann (Brawn) Smith lifelong resident of Wilson, passed September 26, 2016 at her home with her family at her side while under Niagara Hospice Care. Born July 13, 1943 in Niagara Fall, NY she was a daughter of the late Thomas B. and Beatrice (Schuman) Brawn. She is a 1961 graduate of Wilson High School and attended Niagara County Community College Then Buffalo Nursing School where she earned her Registered Nursing Degree. Rosemary worked for Newfane Hospital for several years in the Emergency Room and Operating Room she also did home care nursing and was active in 4 H, St. Peter’s Church and the School PTL at Northridge. She met and married William G. Smith September 28, 1973. Rosemary enjoyed camping and fishing at the Sothern tier cottage in West Almond and liked to go out to dinner and car rides with her mother. Surviving are husband William G. Smith of Wilson; son Karl T. Smith of Lewiston; and David Tubridy a great family friend; brother Larry (Muriel) Brawn of Anderson, SC; sister Renee (James) Reynolds of Lockport. Also survived by nieces nephews and cousins. Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 Friday in the Hamilton and Clark Funeral Home 270 Young Street Wilson. Funeral Services will be Saturday 11 A.M. in St. Peters Lutheran Church Northridge Memorial Contributions to St. Peter’s. Arrangements by Hamilton & Clark Funeral Home.

Rosemary married SMITH, William G on 28 Sep 1973. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Larry Thomas Brawn passed away on July 27, 2019. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on February 25, 1945, he was the son of Thomas and Beatrice (Schuman) Brawn. He attended Wilson High School, SUNY Morrisville, and Niagara University where he received his Bachelor of Science degree.

Larry partnered with his father as a local Massey Ferguson dealer. He met his wife Muriel in college and they were married on August 6, 1966. Larry was employed by Occidental Chemical Corporation (Hooker Chemical) as an Accountant and Manager of the railcar fleet. He was a lifetime member of the Wilson Conservation Club, enjoyed fishing in the French River, was an avid hunter, and spent much of his time at the family hunting cabin in the Southern Tier.

Larry is survived by his wife of 52 years, Muriel (Faery); daughter Tanya (Joseph) Okoniewski of Ransomville; son Darren Brawn of Keller, Texas; and sister Renee (James) Reynolds. He was known as ‘Papa’ to five grandchildren, Collin (Anderson), Reid, Dalton, Austin, and Emma. He is also survived by one great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews. Larry was predeceased by his parents and his sister, Rosemary (William) Smith.

A memorial service will take place at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church (4169 Church Road, Lockport, NY 14094) on Saturday, August 10 at 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to the Wilson Conservation Club or a personal contribution to the charity of your choice in Larry’s name.

Arrangements were made by Westville Funerals, located in Greenville, SC. Please visitwww.westvillefunerals.com 

Larry married FAERY, Muriel Grace [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Notes:

July 24, 2013
Gerald A. Brawn

Lockport Union-Sun & Journal

LEXINGTON, SC — Gerald Brawn, 78, of Lexington, SC, died Sunday, July 21, 2013, at his home, after a lengthy illness. Born September 1, 1934, he was the son of Sidney and Margaret (Mathews) Brawn.

He is survived by his wife, Gloria; daughters, Barbara (Pete) Dio of Leesville, SC and Bethany (Brian) Ross of Bonita Spring, FL; son, Robert (Eleanor) of Leesville, SC and stepchildren, Wendy Bogard of Batesburg, SC, Wanda Brown of Leesville, SC, and Biff Brown of Belton, TX. He is also survived by nine grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; brothers-in-law, Bruce, Larry and Robin (Joann) Gilbert of Lexington, SC. He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Brenda (Tom) Cervi; three brothers, James (Bernee), David (Karen) and Sidney Jr.; a sister, Shirley (Frederick) Lampman and brother-in-law, Burton Gilbert.

A military memorial service will be held at the National Cemetery in Columbia, SC on August 2. A celebration of his life will take place at his home immediately following the memorial service. Memorials may be made to Hospice Care of Tri-County, 166 Stoneridge Drive, Suite 100, Columbia, SC 29210; or to Paralyzed Veterans of America, PO Box 933, Wilton, NH 03086-0933.

Visit www.lockportjournal.com/obituaries for online guest register.

Gerald married WILLIAMS, Patricia Elizabeth on 18 Jul 1959 in Town of Wheatfield, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Family/Spouse: LAMPMAN, Frederick R. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Lockport Union-Sun & Journal

LOCKPORT — James L. Brawn, of Buckingham, age 69, passed away on March 2, 2011. Born in Lockport, NY, James was a longtime resident of Bucks County, Pennsylvania.

He was a founder of Arrow Motors and later the owner of Allstar Motors. He was a member of Jericho National Golf Club. He enjoyed traveling with his wife Bernee, fishing in the Florida Keys and golfing with his many friends.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Bernee (nee Foster). Loving father of Mark (Kim) and the late James Jr. Devoted grandfather of Amanda and Zachary. Dear brother of Jerry, the late David and the late Shirley Lampman.

Relatives and friends are invited to a celebration of Jim's life from 2-5 PM on Saturday, March 12, 2011 at his residence. Those who wish to join Jim's family in remembering him are asked to RSVP to jimbrawn@verizon.net. Donations in Jim's name may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 150 Monument Road, Suite 100, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19004 or to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, 1250 Fourth Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401.

Family/Spouse: FOSTER, Bernee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Family/Spouse: GOLANKA, Estelle Louise. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

January 1, 2014
Nancy A. Simonette

Niagara Gazette

NIAGARA FALLS —
Nancy A. (Brawn) Simonette, 77, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2013 in Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Born in Wilson, NY on May 23, 1936 she was the daughter of the late Ernie and Anna Mae Brawn attending local schools. She worked for N.F. Coach Lines as a school bus driver. Nancy enjoyed cooking and playing bingo.
She is survived by her daughter, Bridget Menke of Niagara Falls, NY; eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild; and her sister, Elsie Paonessa of Niagara Falls, NY. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Joseph R. Simonette; son, Edward Edmiston; daughter, Jacqueline Martin; and her brother, William "Bill" Brawn.
NO PRIOR VISITATION. Entombment will take place at the convenience of the family in St. Joseph's Mausoleum, Niagara Falls, NY. Donations in Nancy's memory may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094-1231, Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, Roswell Park Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 631, Buffalo, NY 14240-0631. Arrangements entrusted to ZAJAC FUNERAL HOME, INC.
Visit zajacfuneralhomeinc.com for online condolences.

Family/Spouse: SIMONETTE, Joseph Roy. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Nancy married EDMISTON, John W about May 1954 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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

Notes:

August 9, 2014
Edward H. Lester
"Sam"

Niagara Gazette

NIAGARA FALLS -
Edward H. Lester, "Sam", passed away on July 23, 2014 in Niagara Hospice House. Born on January 3, 1932, he was the son of the late Edward "Pat" and Agnes "Susie" Lester. Sam was a Marine veteran (1951-1954), having served in the Korean War. He worked for Operating Engineers Local 463 running heavy equipment for many years. Sam enjoyed talking on his CB radio, tending to his vegetable gardens, driving his lawn mower, bowling, fishing and spending time with his close family and friends.
He is survived by his wife, Ella, of 54 years; children, David (Michelle) Lester, Daniel (Lori) Lester, Chris Lester, all of Wilson, Jill (Michael) Hutchins of Texas, Ruthanne Buzzard of Ransomville, and Linda (Dennis) Long of Rochester. Sam was also a grandfather to 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. In addition, he is survived by his sisters, Helen (Floyd) Beyer and Lorena Williams; sisters-in-law, Marge (Kenny) Collins, DeeDee Collins, and many nieces and nephews.
Sam donated his body to the University of Buffalo for Medical Research. A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations to Niagara Hospice, Wilson or South Wilson Companies would be greatly appreciated.
Visit www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries for online guest register.

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

Notes:

Lockport NY Union Sun Journal - 6/6/1933

The one-day-old daughter of Mr.
and Mrs, Edward J. Lester of the
Daniels road, died at the Lockport
City hospital on June 2. Services
were held at the grave ln the North
Ridge cemetery on Saturday afternoon.
Interment was in the family
plot

Lorena married WILLIAMS, Thomas Duane [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Gordon married MASSARO, Joann on 24 Jun 1967 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: GIGANTE, Daniel. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: WAGER, Jeanne. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: EVANS, Dennis. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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

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December 12, 2012
Margaret Zastrow Schmidt

Niagara Gazette

LEWISTON —
Margaret Zastrow Schmidt, age 76, of Lewiston, died on Tuesday, December 11, 2012 in Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, after a lengthy illness. Margaret was born on May 11, 1936 in Niagara Falls, NY, the daughter of the late Merton and Lillian (Brawn) Evans and was a 1953 graduate of Wilson High School.
She had owned and operated Mrs. Thank You Convenience Store in Lewiston from 1984 to her retirement in 2003. Previous to that, Margaret had worked at Harrison Radiator in Lockport for 30 years, both as a line worker and as an inspector. She was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Lewiston; a former member of the Wilson Mother's Club, and a member of the Red Hatter's Club. Margaret also was a member of various, knitting, sewing and quilting clubs. She loved socializing with friends and family, traveling, and the theater. She was a loving, devoted mother and grandmother.
She married Robert A. Schmidt on August 2, 2002. Robert predeceased her on April 13, 2010. She is survived by her children, Roxanne (Gary) Benton and Dale (Trisha) Zastrow, both of Wilson, Douglas Zastrow of Cheektowaga, NY, and Crystal Schultz of Gainesville, GA; ten grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Lloyd (Sandy) Evans of Titusville, FL and Jack (Kathleen) Evans of Rochester, NY; two sisters, Judy (Ronald) George of Spring Hill, FL and Bonnie (Denny) Evans of Wilson; a sister-in-law, Pat Evans of Myrtle Beach, SC; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a son, Dennie Zastrow; and a brother, Stan Evans.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 15th at 11:00 AM in St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 400 Ridge St., Lewiston, with the Rev. James S. Massie, Jr. officiating. There will be no prior visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094. Arrangements have been entrusted to HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, N. Fourth & Ridge Sts., Lewiston.
Please visit www.hardisonfuneralhomes.com for online registry.

Margaret married ZASTROW, Clifford H on 9 Oct 1954 in Town of Wilson, Niagara County, NY. Clifford (son of ZASTROW, Benjamin) was born on 22 Sep 1935 in Niagara County, NY; died on 19 Aug 2007 in Citra, Marion County, FL. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Margaret married SCHMIDT, Robert A on 2 Aug 2002. Robert died on 13 Apr 2010. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Notes:

Lockport NY Union Sun Journal - 4/21/1938

NORTH RJDOI, April 21-Funeral
services for Harry M, Evans,
six-months old son of Mr. and Mrs,
Merton Evans, were held m the
home on the Randall road, Sundav
afternoon, with burial In North
Ridge cemetery.
According to a coroner's verdict
the infant was accidentally asphyxiated
when It vomited during the
night.

Carol married WINTERS, Roger Walter [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Carol married PETERSON, Donald W [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Roger married TANSEY, Barbara Lynn [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Joyce married CLOY, David W [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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March 21, 2012
Arnold W. Drewes, Jr. "Arnie"

Lockport Union-Sun & Journal

NEWFANE — Arnold W. Drewes, Jr., "Arnie", of Cambria, NY, entered into rest Thursday, March 15, 2012 in Eastern Niagara Hospital, Newfane, NY. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY on May 29, 1939. Son of the late Arnold and Marge Brawn Drewes. Arnold worked as a heavy equipment operator in the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 463 for 38 plus years. He enjoyed fishing, camping, hunting and stock car racing.

Father of Debbi Dee Drewes of Northport, AL. Brother of Pam (David) Erway of Wilson, NY, Linda (Gary) Treichler of Sanborn, NY, and the late Bruddy Drewes. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.

No prior visitation. Burial will be in North Ridge Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Memorials to North Ridge United Methodist Church, 3930 Ridge Road, Lockport, NY would be appreciated by the family.

Please visit www.rutland-corwin.com to send a condolence to the family.

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

Linda married TREICHLER, Gary Burton [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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

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

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

Family/Spouse: PARTZKA, Jeffrey. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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

Family/Spouse: GIANCOCLA, Jack. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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April 1, 2014
Terry T. Hurtgam

Niagara Gazette

RANSOMVILLE -
Terry T. Hurtgam, age 51, of Ransomville, died on Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at his home under the loving care of his family and Niagara Hospice after a long battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). Terry was born on February 2, 1963 in Syracuse, NY, the son of Sue (Harbison) Hurtgam of Ransomville and the late Mervin Hurtgam. He was 1981 graduate of Wilson High School and was an Operations Manager with Kitchen World for over 30 years. He enjoyed hunting, camping and being with his family.
In addition to his mother, Terry is survived by his wife, Julie (Heiman) Hurtgam, whom he married on October 22, 1994. He is also survived by a daughter, Jill (Ryan) Harden of Ransomville; a son, Patrick (Katelyn) Ferguson of Lockport; his grandchildren, Hunter, Parker, Tanner, and Charlotte; his siblings, Brenda (Jim) Bolinski of Philadelphia, PA, Craig Hurtgam of LaGrange, IN, Rise (Jack) Gian of Ft. Myers, FL, Joel (Lisa) Hurtgam and Mark Hurtgam, both of Youngstown and Mary Anne (Glenn) Boyce of Ransomville; and his mother-in-law, Diane Heiman of Lockport.
Friends may call at HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, 3648 Ransomville Road, Ransomville on Saturday, April 5th from 2-4 PM and 7-8:30 PM. A Memorial Service will begin at 8:30 PM in the funeral home, with the Rev. William Lowery, Pastor of the Ransomville Free Methodist Church, officiating. Memorials may be made to the ALS Foundation, 890-7th North St., Suite 108, Liverpool, NY 13088.
Please visit www.hardisonfuneralhomes.com for online registry.

Terry married HEIMAN, Julie on 22 Oct 1994. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Family/Spouse: OKONIEWSKI, Joseph. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: DIO, Peter J. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Notes:

Birth: Mar. 21, 1963 New York, USA
Death: Mar. 30, 2000 New York, USA

On Thursday March 30, 2000 Brenda lost her battle with melanoma skin cancer at age 37.
Melanoma is the most serious cancer of the skin. According to the Melanoma Research Foundation in Lake Forest, CA, one human being dies every hour of every day of the year, in the United States, of melanoma skin cancer. Melanoma strikes people of all ages, all races, all economic levels and both sexes. It is already the most common cancer for women 25 to 29 and the second most common cancer for women 30 to 34. Melanoma is increasing faster than any other cancer. Children born today have a four to five times greater risk of developing melanoma in their lifetimes than their parents have.
Brenda was first diagnosed with malignant melanoma in January 1995. She had a large mole on her back that turned black and began bleeding. It was removed with clear margins all the way around. Her lymph nodes were also clear.
Due to the lack of knowledge of what melanoma skin cancer is all about, Brenda and her family were not overly concerned about her future. She made regular routine visits to her doctors and had several other moles removed that were non-malignant. Life went on as normal except Brenda now avoided the sun, wore large hats, sunscreen and more protective clothing. Still the seriousness of the cancer did not set in with the family as they continued to enjoy sun-filled activities.
October 1999 would change all that. Brenda found a small lump that appeared on her back. It was the size of a marble and blue in color. She met with her surgeon who planned to remove the lump. Surgery was scheduled for November 23 and three more lumps appeared before the surgery. The results came back as malignant melanoma stage IV. It turns out that the blue was actually bleeding under the skin. Immediate cat scans were done which revealed the cancer had metastasized to her lungs, liver and brain.
Brenda was given only "months" to live. She had chosen to take no treatments and felt she would rather spend her last few months having a better quality of life. She knew how sick interferon and radiation could make her and their rate of working was minimal at best. Good nutrition, a positive attitude toward healing and a strong faith were her treatments.
On February 9th, 2000 Brenda returned for another cat scan. The results showed the brain tumor was increasing and she was given only a couple more weeks to live. The tumor grew quickly as it does with melanoma and Brenda passed away seven weeks later.
Beth is sharing this story with you for several reasons. First, she wishes to honor the memory of her sister and also to pass along her sister's wish that others learn about melanoma. In addition, Beth lost a step-sister two months later to colon cancer, not to mention several family friends that also passed away that year.
"Life is to short to not live it to it's fullest. Spend every day doing something you enjoy and tell the special people in your life how much they mean to you," sister Beth.

Family/Spouse: CERVI, Thomas. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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

Family/Spouse: Kimberly A. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Bridget (Simonette) Menke 54, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2015 at home. Born in Niagara Falls on May 28, 1960 she was the daughter of the late Joseph R. and Nancy A (Brawn) Simonette. Bridget was employed at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center in housekeeping. She was a Member of The Church of God and Loved going to and playing bingo.She is survived by her children Jodi Edmiston and Darwin J. Menke Jr. and also several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her brother Edward Edmiston and sister Jacqueline Martin.There is NO PRIOR visitation. Entombment will take place at the convenience of the family in St. Joseph's Mausoleum, Niagara Falls, NY.Arrangements entrusted to ZAJAC FUNERAL HOME INC.

Family/Spouse: MENKE, Darwin J. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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

Family/Spouse: LONG, Dennis. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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

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

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Earl “The Squirrel” Williams passed away peacefully in his sleep May 13, 2024. He was born on the 4th of July, 1958 in Newfane NY, son of Thomas Williams (deceased) and Lorena (Lester) Williams of Ransomville NY.Earl had an amazing life and was a happy-go-lucky, quick witted man who always had a warm smile on his face and a warm hug for his friends and family. He was very outgoing and would introduce himself to everyone he met telling them his name and his birthday. He was convinced that all the fireworks and celebrating on July 4th was for him. He was a member and honorary Elder of St. Peters Lutheran Church North Ridge on Church Street in Lockport NY. Earl was a poster child with Senator Earl Brydges for Down Syndrome Awareness. He was an avid bowler, golfer, dancer, card player and considered himself to be a pro in everything he attempted, just ask him! He was a member of the Boy Scouts of America, a Buffalo Bills and New York Jets Football fan and loved all styles of music, especially Barbara Mandrel. Earl loved his golf cart named “The Earlmobile” and would be seen driving it all around the neighborhood. He was a proud member of the "Lockport Chimers" Bell Ringers Group. He loved all women, especially blondes and considered himself a bit of a Chick Magnet! As he would say, “What can I say, they love me!”He is survived by his siblings Mark “Buc”(Patrice) Williams of Lockport and sister Cynthia(Lon) St. Louis of Gasport NY, as well as niece Larissa (Jake) Raymond, nephews Alonzo (Rachel) St. Louis and Thomas Williams well as many cousins, aunts, uncles and dear friends.Friends and family can pay respects at Hardison Funeral Home at 3648 Ransomville Rd, Ransomville, NY 14131 On Sunday May 19, 2024 between the hours of 1 and 4 PM. A Christian service and burial will take place Monday May 20, 2024 at 11 AM at St Peters Lutheran Church North Ridge located at 4169 Church Rd, Lockport, NY 14094. In Lieu of flowers, donations in Earls name can be made to St Peters Lutheran Church North Ridge or WNY Challenger Sports. (wnychallengersports.com)

Family/Spouse: PICCIANO, Patrice J. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: ST. LOUIS, Alonzo Albert. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: BENTON, Gary L. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Dale Robert Zastrow was born on February 8, 1960. He is survived by a wife of 33 years, Patricia Zastrow, a son, Dennie B. Zastrow (Paul Richards), sister Roxanne Benton, brother Douglas Zastrow, and step-brothers John, James, and Jeff Grimes. He was predeceased by his parents, Clifford Zastrow and Margaret Evans Schmidt, brother Dennie Zastrow, and sister Crystal Schultz. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and his beloved dogs, Maggie Mae and Lucy Sue.

He was well known for his love of Nascar, the Bills, and his football pool. He was also known for his famous wings. Dale was a custodian at NCCC for 19 years. He also served in the Army.

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

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January 5, 2013
Crystal Zastrow-Schultz

Lockport Union-Sun & Journal

GAINESVILLE, GA — Crystal Zastrow-Schultz, of Gainesville, GA, passed away on Thursday, December 27, 2012, at North East Georgia Medical Center, after a long illness. Crystal was born on December 24, 1963 in Newfane, NY, to the late Clifford Zastrow and the late Margaret (Evans) Schmidt.

She graduated from Wilson High School and was the owner and operator of Crystal's Cleaning Service in Gainesville; member of New Hope Ministries Church, and past treasurer of the local chapter of ABATE.

Survivors include sons, Chad and Casey Schultz; daughter, Chelsea Schultz, all of Gainesville, GA; significant other, Chris Fister of Cleveland, GA; brothers, Doug Zastrow of Cheektowaga, NY, Dale (Tricia) Zastrow of Wilson, NY; and sister, Roxanne (Gary) Benton of Wilson, NY. She is also survived by several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. She was also predeceased by her husband, Arthur (Ted) Schultz; and brother, Dennie Zastrow.

A memorial will be held on a future date at the convenience of the family.

Visit www.memorialparkfuneralhomes.com

Family/Spouse: SCHULTZ, Arthur. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Family/Spouse: DEBIASE, Jonathan S. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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