Family/Spouse: SEDLAK, Frank. Frank was born about 1873 in Bohemia; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: KNIZE, James. James was born about 1893 in Czechoslovakia; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Marie married ADAMS, Herbert E about 1925. Herbert (son of ADAMS, Charles H and Rose) was born in Nov 1898 in New York; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Henry married ZINCK, Cleda about 1925. Cleda was born about 1904 in PA; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married WILKINSON, Mildred R in Aug 1929 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Mildred (daughter of WILKINSON, George J and BROWN, Lydia) was born about 1901 in Town of Lewiston, Niagara County, NY; died on 7 Aug 1952 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Agnes married STEINBRENNER, Howard Carl on 9 Jun 1951 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Howard (son of STEINBRENNER, Frank William and WAHL, Caroline) was born on 8 Feb 1914 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY; died on 28 Sep 1998 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY; was buried in Oakwood Cemetery, Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY - Section 5. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Niagara Gazette - 3/18/2008
HENRY“HANK” J.KNIZELewiston, Henry “Hank” J. Knize, age 90 of Lewiston NY, died Friday March 14, 2008 in Our Lady of Peace Nursing Residence in Lewiston.Mr. Knize was born May 22, 1917 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY, the son of the late James and Helen (Sedlak) Knize. After graduating from Niagara Falls High School in 1935 he went to work for Moore Business Forms in Niagara Falls. He retired from there as a machinist in 1978. Hank was a WW II Army veteran, serving from 1941 to 1945, when he was honorably discharged with the rank of Technical Sgt. He served with the 1st Ordinance Company and was the recipient of four Bronze Service Stars for the Rome Arno, Central Europe, Rhineland, and Southern France Campaigns. On December 25, 1942 he married Mary J. (Melancon) Knize and they had resided in Lewiston since 1950.Hank loved the outdoors, especially fishing and hunting with his brother, Jim. Hank was able to repair just about anything. In his retirement, he especially enjoyed assembling and repairing antique lamps and clocks and refinishing furniture with his wife.He is survived by his wife, Mary; a daughter, Linda (James) Knize-Harper of Colorado Springs, CO; a son, Kenneth Knize of North Tonawanda, Niagara County, NY; a granddaughter, Eileen Harper; two sisters, Frances "Beck" (Kenneth) Young of Naples, FL and Shirley (Arthur) Elia of Wilson; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by three sisters, Agnes Steinbrenner, Dorothy Waldron, and Pauline Sullivan; and a brother, James Knize. He will be sadly missed by several caregivers, especially Donna Lengen, Kim Jones, and Eric Mitchell.Friends may call at HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, N. Fourth and Ridge Sts., Lewiston on Wednesday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 PM. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, March 20, at 12:00 noon in funeral home, with the Rev. John Timmerman officiating. Burial will be private in Dickersonville Cemetery, Lewiston.Memorials may be made to the Lewiston Volunteer Fire Co. #1 Ambulance Fund, 145 N. 6th St. P.O. Box 748, Lewiston, Niagara County, NY 14092.

Henry married MELANCON, Mary J on 25 Dec 1942. Mary (daughter of MELANCON, Howard and LANDEL, Rose) was born on 12 Aug 1917 in Town of Pendleton, Niagara County, NY; died on 29 Mar 2015 in Town of Lewiston, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: YOUNG, Kenneth J. Kenneth (son of YOUNG, Andrew J and Anna A) was born about 1918 in New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Frances married WILCOX, George Henry on 21 Nov 1940 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. George (son of WILCOX, George Henry and MARTIN, Myrtle May) was born about 1920 in New York; died on 13 Mar 1945 in Germany. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Dorothy married WALDRON, Jennings I on 29 Sep 1945 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Jennings (son of WALDRON, Joseph and GRIFFITHS, Dawn) was born on 21 Jul 1921 in Hazelton, PA; died on 2 Apr 2012 in Jamestown, Chautauqua County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married JAYNE, Dorothy M in Aug 1950 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Pauline married SULLIVAN, Paul R on 22 Oct 1949. Paul (son of SULLIVAN, Daniel Arthur and COLLINS, Mary) was born on 14 Jan 1928 in New York; died on 24 Apr 2000 in Town of Lewiston, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Shirley H. Elia, 89, of Wilson, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at the Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY.  She was born on December 6, 1928 in Niagara Falls, NY, the daughter of the late James and Helen (Sedlak) Knize, both Czechoslovakian immigrants.
Shirley grew up in the Falls, where she attended Niagara Falls Senior High School, and graduated in 1946.  It was there she met her childhood sweetheart and eventual husband Arthur Elia, of The Albert Elia Building Company, which would later become Sevenson Environmental Services.  The two would marry on June 19, 1948, and they had four children; three sons, Laurence, Michael and Richard and one daughter, Christine.   Mr. Elia predeceased her on December 22, 2011 after 63 years of marriage.
Prior to her marriage, Shirley worked at Marine Midland Bank as a teller.  Upon marriage, she devoted her life to her husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Nothing was more important to her than spending time with family.  Loyalty to her husband, family, and faith was the foundation of her life.
She was a lifetime member of St. Francis Guild of Mt. St. Mary’s Hospital.  Her favorite pastimes included gardening, knitting and crocheting, cooking, and traveling the world.
Shirley is survived by her children, Laurence A. (Christina) Elia, Michael A. (Karin) Elia, Richard A. (Christina) Elia, and Christine E. (Philip) DeLuca; 16 grandchildren, Samia (Ryan) Brennan, Arthur (Jenna) Elia, Anthony Elia, George Elia, Benjamin Elia, Jennifer Elia, Michael (Danielle) Elia, Jessica Elia, Michelle (Daniel) Evans, Richard (Angela) Elia II, Rachel (Kevin) Fura, Joseph (Ashley) Elia, Lauren DeLuca, Adrian DeLuca, Alexa (Charles) Martin, and Justin (Meredith) DeLuca; 16 great-grandchildren; one sister, Becky (late Ken) Young, as well as several nieces and nephews.  In addition to her husband, Mrs. Elia was predeceased her brothers, Hank (late Mary) Knize, Jim (late Dorothy) Knize, her sisters, Agnes (late Howard) Steinbrenner, Dorothy (late Jennings) Waldron, and Pauline (late Paul) Sullivan.
A memorial mass will be held on Saturday, December 23, at St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, 620 Center Street, Lewiston, NY 14092.  The service will begin at 10 AM, and the Elia family welcomes everyone to join together in recognition and celebration of Shirley’s life. In lieu of gifts, the family asks that donations to be made in her honor to Niagara Hospice House, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, New York 14094. Arrangements by M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD NIAGARA FALLS, NEW YORK 14304.  Visit www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online guest register.

Shirley married ELIA, Arthur A on 19 Jun 1948. Arthur (son of ELIA, Arthur and EUGENI, Domenica) was born on 3 Jul 1928 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY; died on 22 Dec 2011 in Lockport, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Niagara Gazette - 9/20/1929

Corinne Betty. Adams, daughter of Mr: and Mrs. Herbert Adams of Ransomville.
who was fatally injured recently by a freight train near-Leggett's crossing
on the Rome. Watertown and Ogdensburg branch of the New York Central
at Ransomvllle. The child was a granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sedlak,
2404 Niagara avenue, this city. The child's- mother was formerly Marie Sedlak

ALSO

Niagara Gazette - 9/10/1929

Betty. 22 months old. only child of
Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Adams of Ransomville,
was fatally injured at 5 o'clock
yesterday afternoon when struck
by a freight train near Leggett's crossing
on the Rome, Watertown and Ogdensburgh,
N. Y. C. branch. The child
suffered a fracured skull from which
she died at the .Memorial .hospital, this
city, this morning. *
No one saw the accident, so far as
is known, and it is believed that the
train crew did not know of it at the
time. Mr. Adams was working In a
field across the tracks from his home
and it is thought that the child started
across the tracks in an effort to get;
to her father.
The injuries indicated that the
child's head came in contact with, the
fender of the engine. Mr. Adams took
her to the office of Dr. C. R. Clark, in
Ransomville. who ordered her removed
to a hospital at once. No hope was
held out for her recovery. Betty Is
survived only by her parents.

Walter married WISE, Florence M in Aug 1947 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Florence (daughter of WISE, Harry J and Frances B) was born on 8 Mar 1926; died on 4 Jul 2003 in Model City, Town of Lewiston, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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February 11, 2013
Donald R. Sedlak

Niagara Gazette

RANSOMVILLE/TOWN OF LEWISTON — Donald R. Sedlak, age 87, of Ransomville/Town of Lewiston, entered into rest February 11, 2013, at home, under the care of his daughter and Niagara Hospice, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Don was born January 10, 1926 in Niagara Falls, NY, the middle son of Cleda (Zinck) and Henry Sedlak. He enjoyed growing up in the Niagara Falls area learning to fish and hunt for small game with his father. He fondly recalled the last time they caught an abundance of blue pike in 1953, as blue pike did not return to the Niagara River the following season.

He attended Hyde Park Elementary, Gaskill Junior High and Trott Vocational High School. During his high school years, he played trombone for school and for the Sons of the American Legion Band, and was present for the commemoration of many local historical landmarks. He accelerated in his studies, graduated from electrical shop studies from Trott Vocational High School at the age of 16, and began working at International Graphite and Electrode. At age 17, he enrolled at Clarkson (University) College of Technology in Potsdam, NY, and completed his freshman year of electrical engineering studies.

He was drafted into the US Army in the summer of 1944 and sent to Camp Croft, SC. While serving two years stateside, he was assigned to continue his college coursework at North Carolina State University. He was honorably discharged in 1946 and returned to Clarkson to complete his bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering in 1947.

He joined the engineering department of General Abrasives Niagara Falls plant in 1948, promoted to plant engineer in 1954, assistant plant superintendent in 1964, and superintendent in 1966. He earned his NYS professional engineer license in 1959. He retired from Dresser Industries(General Abrasives) in 1984, as plant manager, after 38 years of service.

While on furlough during active duty, he met and fell in love with Louise Gatlin on July 30, 1945 at Long Beach, Canada, and they married on July 30, 1949. Don and Louise built their home and moved to Ransomville/Town of Lewiston in 1953, where they raised three children. They were married for 57 years until her death in 2007.

A knowledgeable and industrious man, while pursuing his engineering career and raising a family, he farmed 3.5 acres of Concord grapes which he harvested and sold to Welch for 31 years until 1984, designed and constructed additions to the house, as well as vegetable gardening. He played in General Abrasives recreational leagues for softball until age 39, and continued bowling for many years. He commenced golfing at age 42.

Don is survived by his devoted daughter, Donna (Angus) Andrews of Painted Post, NY; and his two beloved grandsons, Mark Arnold and Paul Angus Andrews. He enjoyed spending time with his two grandsons - especially cooking campfire meals and relaxing during annual vacations in Florida. They remain his source of pride and joy as their college studies include his favorite vocational and recreational activities - electrical engineering at his alma mater, and business and golfing (NCAA Division 1). He is also survived by a brother, Richard (June) Sedlak of Rochester; and two cousins, Arnold Zinck of Pensacola, FL and Dorothy (John) McGraw of Phoenix, AZ. Sadly, Don was predeceased by his two sons, Donald R. Sedlak, Jr. in 2005 and Arnold W. Sedlak in 1984; and his beloved wife, Louise; a brother, Walter Sedlak and his parents.

Friends may call at HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, N. Fourth and Ridge Sts., Lewiston, on Wednesday, February 13, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with interment immediately following at Riverdale Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Arnold W. Sedlak Memorial Scholarship Fund or The Deacons Fund c/o the First Presbyterian Church of Lewiston.

Please visit www.hardisonfuneralhomes.com for online registry.

Donald married GATLIN, Louise about Aug 1949 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Louise (daughter of GATLIN, William P) died before 2013. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Richard married CRISPELL, June on 25 Oct 1952 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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Niagara Gazette

NORTH TONAWANDA — Kenneth J. Knize, age 63, of North Tonawanda, died unexpectedly, Monday, November 15, 2010 in the Waterfront Health Care Center in Buffalo, after a brief illness.

Ken was born November 20, 1946 in Niagara Falls, NY, the son of Mary J. (Melancon) Knize of Lewiston and the late Henry J. Knize. He was a 1966 graduate of Lewiston Porter High School and received an Associates Degree in 1968 from Niagara County Community College. In August of 1969 he began his career with the NY State Department of Transportation. Ken retired as a Senior Engineering Technician in May of 2007. He had lived in North Tonawanda since 1985.

Ken was a unique person who certainly marched to the beat of his own drummer. Never having lost his innocent, childlike quality, Ken was content in his own world. He recently described himself as "stuck in the '50's", still talking about Buddy Holly's death and his admiration for Roy Orbison. In his heaven, Ken is driving around in the Knight Rider KITT car and "rockin' around the clock" with his 1950's musical heroes.

In addition to his mother, Ken is survived by a sister, Linda (James) Knize-Harper of Colorado Springs, CO; and a niece, Eileen Harper.

Friends may call at HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, N. Fourth and Ridge Sts., Lewiston on Friday from 6-8 PM. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 20th at 10:00 AM in the funeral home, with the Rev. Robert Bellingham, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Lewiston, officiating. Burial in the Dickersonville Cemetery, Lewiston will be private. Memorials may be made to The National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO), 317 South Patrick St., Alexandria, VA 22314.

Please visit www.hardisonfuneralhomes.com for online registry.

Sandra married COLE, William P [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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

Family/Spouse: WILLMS, Todd. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Obituary of Laurie Sullivan

Laurie Eileen Sullivan of Lewiston, NY passed away on Tuesday February 19, 2019 in Buffalo Mercy Hospital after a courageous 2-year battle with ovarian cancer. Born in Lewiston, NY on March 15, 1957 the daughter of the late Paul and Pauline Knize Sullivan. She attended Lewiston Porter School and graduated in 1975. She went on to earn and Associate degree in applied science at Daemon College in 1995, a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing in 1997 and a Master of Science adult nurse practitioner in 2001.
Laurie joined the United States Air Force Reserve 914 AW, 914th Aeromedical Squadron in 1991 and attained the rank of Major before retiring in 2012. She was proud to serve as a qualified flight nurse and basic life support instructor. She was deployed from April 2003 until October 2003 where she flew multiple medical missions caring for wounded soldiers. Laurie worked at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY as a cardio-thoracis nurse form September 1996 to sept 2001. She worked at Sheehan Memorial Hospital in Buffalo, NY as a nurse Practitioner from September 2002 to February 2003, she also worked at Buffalo General/Gates Vascular Hospital in Buffalo, NY in the cardiac medical ICU as a nurse practitioner retiring in 2016. Laurie also worked at Mount St. Mary’s Hospital with the hospitalist group and part time for a cardiologist running the pacemaker clinic once a week, at the time of her death she worked part time at Our Lady of Peace for her special friend Dr. Phillip Sauvageau. She was a member of Sigma Theta tau International Inc. Honor Society for nursing and a member of Western New York Nurse Practitioner Association
Laurie was awarded several medals and decorations throughout her service including the Meritorious Service Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal, AF Outstanding Unit Award with 1 oak lead cluster, Combat Readiness Medal, National Defense Service Medal with 1 service star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon, AF Longevity Service with 4 oak leaf clusters, Armed Forces Reserve Medal 1 M device and 2 hourglass devices and AF Training Ribbon with 1 oak leaf cluster.
Laurie loved gardening and working in her yard and feeding the birds. She traveled all around the world and she especially loved her trips to Berlin, OH with her sister Kathy and brother in-law Todd. She always called on her brother “Tim the Tool Man” Sullivan to help her with repairs around the house. Anyone who knew Laurie also knew of the love of her life her dog Buddy Ann and their walks around the neighborhood. Laurie is survived by her brother Timothy Sullivan (Maura) of Lewiston, her best friend and sister Kathy (Todd) Willms of Ransomville; nieces Kelsey Sullivan and Alexis Azzrello and a nephew Ryan Jeffords. Also surviving are many friends, cousin and special neighbors Diane and Leroy Runkles and her special next-door neighbor and friend Daniel Robins who was always willing to help her when she needed it. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her niece Courtney Sullivan.
Family and friends may call at the HARDISON FUNERAL HOMES INC. N.Fourth and Ridge Sts. Lewiston on THURSDAY from 3-8 PM. Burial with military honors will be held at Oakland Rural Cemetery, Lake Rd. Youngstown at a time and date to be announced. In lieu of flowers memorial offerings may be made to St. Jude Children’ Research Hospital or the Niagara County SPCA. Please visit www.hardisonfuneralhomes.com for online registry.

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

Family/Spouse: DELUCA, Philip. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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

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

Family/Spouse: ANDREWS, Angus. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]