John married MAYNARD, Estelle Rose on 16 Jun 1923 in West Somerset, Town of Somerset, Niagara County, NY. Estelle (daughter of MAYNARD, William and BOWERS, Alice M) was born on 26 May 1905 in New York; died in Jul 1973 in Gasport, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Lockport NY Union Sun Journal - 1/6/1947

Judith Wittcop died suddenly at
her home, 56 Grand Street, Satur-
day, January 4, 1947. She leaves
her parents Mr. and Mrs. John
Wittcop, five brothers, five sisters,
and her grandparents Mr. and Mrs
Julius Wittcop of Loekport and Mrs.
Alice Maynard of Olcott. Private funeral
services were held at Prudden
Funeral Home, 242 Genesee Street,
Sunday, January 3th at four o'clock
The Reverend Marion Moves officiated.
Burial In Glenwood Cemetery.

Family/Spouse: FILIPOVICH, Andrew F. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

May 2, 2012
Lewis John Wittcop

Lockport Union-Sun & Journal

LOCKPORT — Lewis John Wittcop passed away May 2, 2012, under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born January 6, 1927 in Gasport, he was the son of John William and Estelle Rose (Maynard) Wittcop. Lewis entered the US Army on April 27, 1945, and was honorably discharged as a Sergeant on December 8, 1946, with the 313th Company C Engineer Combat Battalion stationed in Europe during WWII. Lewis was employed with Harrison Radiator where he was a truck driver, and retired in 1975 after 31 years. He was a member of the Hartland United Methodist Church, joining in 1962 to present; member of the Gasport American Legion Post 1253, Hartland Conservation Club and a member of ABC American Bowling Congress. Lewis enjoyed fishing, was an avid local sports fan, bowling and was a John Deere Collector.

Lewis is survived by his wife, Jean (Bedford) Wittcop of Hartland; father of Terrance Wittcop (Judy) of Hickory, NC, Norma Sturtevant (Steven) of Lockport, Elizabeth Seib of Newfane, Laura Werth (John) of Medina, Rodger Wittcop (Carol) of Lockport, Denise Caton of Gasport, Roseann Heitzenrater (Joseph), Brian Wittcop (Sarah) of Gasport, and the late Cheryl Feuersanger (Johann) of Lockport; grandfather of 27 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; very dear nephew, Christopher Wittcop of Gasport; last survivor of thirteen siblings.

Relatives and friends may call Friday 3-7 PM in Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport, where funeral services will be held Friday evening at 7 PM, with the Rev. Cheryl Brown officiating. Donations to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094, would be appreciated by the family.

Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com.

Lewis married SUTTON, Jacqueline [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lewis married Edith M before 13 Aug 1954 in Barker, Town of Somerset, Niagara County, NY, and was divorced on 13 Aug 1954 in Lockport, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: BEDFORD, Jean Arlene. Jean (daughter of BEDFORD, Rodger O and VORHOLZER, Margaret E) was born on 29 Sep 1941 in Lockport, Niagara County, NY; died on 2 Nov 2017 in Buffalo, Erie County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Notes:

Obituary of Geraldine Wittcop

Geraldine V. Wittcop passed away March 12, 2018 in Lockport Rehab & Healthcare Center.  Born March 23, 1932 in Royalton she was the daughter of Henry and Virginia (Herman) Jakubowski.  Geraldine worked for Harrison Radiator in production and enjoyed gardening, traveling, doing crafts, and especially enjoyed spending time with her family.  She was predeceased by her husband Allen W. Wittcop and her soulmate Charles Pomeroy.
Geraldine is survived by her children Virginia (Ronald) Zimmerman, Dana (Joann) Wittcop, Kim (Susan) Wittcop , Sr., and Tammy (Richard) Groff; grandmother of Kelley, Matt, Brandon, Justin, Jordan, Kim Jr., April, Tonisha, Nick, Nathan, and late Tara and Ryan; great grandmother of sixteen; sister of Linda (Bill) Vincent and Dale (Janet) Dunkelberger; also several nieces and nephews.  She was also predeceased by her step-siblings Howard, William Dunkelberger, and Sharon Schultz.
Relatives and friends may call Thursday, March 15th from 3-7 PM in Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport where services will be held Friday, March 16th at 11 AM.  Memorials to the Wolcottsville Fire Company, 6337 Wolcottsville Rd, Akron, NY 14001, would be appreciated by the family.  Visit pruddenandkandt.com.

Family/Spouse: JAKUBOWSKI, Geraldine V. Geraldine (daughter of JAKUBOWSKI, Henry and HERMAN, Virginia) was born on 23 Mar 1932 in Town of Royalton, Niagara County, NY; died on 12 Mar 2018 in Lockport, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Family/Spouse: MCPHAIL, Grace Ann. Grace (daughter of MCPHAIL, William and MCARDLE, Martha) was born on 15 Apr 1933 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY; died on 20 Jan 2022 in Lockport, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Niagara Gazette - 4/19/1960

LOCKPORT-^Services f o r
Mrs. Mary. Louise Simpson,
25, of 194 Jackson St., wife of
John J. Simpson, will .be held
at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at the
Prudden & Kandt Funeral
Hoine. Burial will be in St.
Patrick's Cemetery.
Mrs. Smipson died unexpectedly
Sunday ( April 17,
1960) at Lockport Memorial
Hospital.
She was born at Lockport,
March 30, 1935, daughter of
John and Estelle Maynard
Wittcop.
In addition to her husband
and parents, she is survived
by a son and a daughter, John
William Simpson and Patricia
Ann Simpson, both at home;
four brothers and four sfsters,
Mrs. Kathryn Fillpovlch and
Allen Wittcop, both of Gas-
'port, Mrs. Pearl Gatley, Mrs.
Alice Starcher, Lewis Wittcop
and Elton Wittcop, all of
Lockport, Mrs. Agnes Smith,
Middleport, and Wilford Earl
Wittcop, Barker.
Friends may call at the
funeral home from 2 to 5 and
7 to 9 p.m.

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

Family/Spouse: SUTTON, Sharon. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

LOCKPORT — Alice J. Bedford passed away November 26, 2010 in Niagara Hospice, after a battle with Alzheimer's. Daughter of the late John and Estelle (Maynard) Wittcop.

Alice was the loving wife of James E. Bedford of Lockport and is also survived by a daughter, Darcy Berasi of Arizona and a son, David and Jackie Starcher of Lockport; and a brother, Lewis (Jean) Wittcop of Gasport. She has 10 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Alice was also predeceased by her siblings, Kathryn, Agnes, Allen, Pearl, Wilfred, Mary, Elton and several nieces and nephews.

There is no prior visitation. A memorial service will be held at Hartland United Methodist Church, 8017 Ridge Road, Gasport, NY on December 4, 2010 at 2 PM. Donations can be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094.

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

Family/Spouse: BEDFORD, James E. James (son of BEDFORD, Rodger O and VORHOLZER, Margaret E) was born on 31 Dec 1946 in Lockport, Niagara County, NY; died on 19 Jul 2013 in Buffalo, Erie County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Notes:

Michael A. Filipovich passed away December 1, 2017. Born February 7, 1949 in Lockport he is the son of Andrew and Kathryn (Wittcop) Filipovich. Michael was a plant manager for Applied Ceramics in Doraville, GA. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them and he had many hobbies. Michael was predeceased by his wives, Jean (Newman) Filipovich on August 18, 2004 and Dorothy (Litchard) Filipovich on November 23, 2017.
Michael is survived by his children Christine (late Doug) Shanks, Mary (Dave) Edmister, and Michael (Donna) Filipovich, Jr.; step-father of Benjamin (McKenzie) Seward, Megan (Karl) Newton, and Bailey (Jackson Burton) Seward; grandfather of eleven and great grandfather of seventeen; brother of Dennis (Sandy) Filipovich, Linda (John) Sullivan, Daniel Filipovich, and late Andrew (Robin) Filipovich and Patrick (Sandra) Filipovich; also several nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to a memorial service Friday, Dec. 8th at 2:30 pm in Solid Rock Assembly of God, 8590 Rochester Rd., Gasport followed by food and fellowship at the VFW, Lockport. Visit pruddenandkandt.com.

Family/Spouse: NEWMAN, Jean. Jean died on 18 Aug 2004. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: LITCHARD, Dorothy. Dorothy died on 23 Nov 2017. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obituary of Dennis Filipovich

Dennis Joseph Filipovich passed away August 20, 2018.  Born July 15, 1951 in Lockport he was the son of the late Andrew G. and Kathryn R. (Wittcop) Filipovich.  Dennis worked in building maintenance for various local companies. He was an avid sportsman, loved his cars, and fished until the end. 
Dennis is survived by his wife Sandra (Wheeler); father of Mark, Brian (Kristy), Stephanie (Ricky) Paine, Michele Cook, and step-son Bryan Wheeler; siblings Linda (John) Sullivan, Daniel, and late Andrew “Steve”, Michael, and Patrick; grandfather of Natalie Gilland, Zane, Joshua, Dillion, Walker, Amelia, Ashton Filipovich, Courtney, Lauren Paine, Wyatt Cook, and late Stone Filipovich; three great grandchildren and several nieces, nephews, and friends.
We have already celebrated the life of Dennis therefore there will be no prior visitation.  A memorial service will be held Sunday, September 2nd at 1 PM in Krull Park, Site #13, Olcott, NY.  In lieu of flowers donations to Stone’s Buddies, The Children’s Hospital of Buffalo Foundation, 1028 Main St., 4th Floor, Buffalo, NY 14202 or to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094 would be appreciated.

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

Notes:

Obituary of Patrick Filipovich

Patrick Filipovich passed away suddenly, November 14, 2017. Born in Buffalo, NY on April 23, 1954, he was the son of Andrew G. and Kathryn R. (Wittcop) Filipovich. Patrick worked for the Local #45 Bricklayer Union. He was an avid sportsman and a life member of the NRA.
Husband of Sandra (Banks) Filipovich; father of Aaron Filipovich; grandfather of Isabella McPhail; brother of Michael Filipovich, Dennis (Sandy) Filipovich, Daniel Filipovich, Linda (John) Sullivan, and late Andrew (Robin) Filipovich; godfather of Shelly Sherman and Cassandra Sullivan; several nieces and nephews.
There will be no prior visitation. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, November 21st at 11:00 AM in Glenwood Cemetery, Lockport. A luncheon will follow at the VFW. Visit pruddenandkandt.com

Family/Spouse: BANKS, Sandra. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: SULLIVAN, John F Jr. John (son of SULLIVAN, John F and WOOLSTON, Dorothy L) was born on 4 Jun 1950 in Lockport, Niagara County, NY; died on 1 Apr 2023 in Lockport, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

April 20, 2012
Andrew S. Filipovich

Lockport Union-Sun & Journal

LOCKPORT — Andrew S. Filipovich entered into rest Thursday, April 19, 2012, at Eastern Niagara Hospital, Lockport, after a lengthy illness. Born April 11, 1944, he was the son of Andrew G. Filipovich and Kathryn Wittcop Filipovich. Andrew, known as "Moose" by all who knew him, served in the US Army and worked 30 years at Harrison Radiator, where he retired in 1987. He was best known for being an avid outdoorsman. He loved traveling about the country fishing and hunting. "Moose" had an immense passion for duck hunting and Labrador retrievers. He was also a Harley Davidson enthusiast and enjoyed riding and hanging out with friends. A charismatic, fun, loving man, "Moose" will most be remembered for living life at full throttle and making life an adventure. Our lives were enhanced by having him with us.

Beloved husband to Robin Wass Filipovich; father of Dawn (Joe) Fonzi and Shelly Sherman; cherished grandfather of Morgan Fonzi and Ryan Fonzi; brother of Michael Filipovich, Dennis (Sandy) Filipovich, Daniel Filipovich, Patrick (Sandy) Filipovich and Linda (John) Sullivan; also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to a graveside service Monday morning at 9:30 AM in Glenwood Cemetery. Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com.

Family/Spouse: WASS, Robin M. Robin (daughter of WASS, Morris and SADLOCHA, Eleanor) was born on 11 Jul 1960 in Town of Newfane, Niagara County, NY; died on 16 Mar 2013 in Lockport, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: JAKUBOWSKI, Linda. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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

Family/Spouse: FEUERSANGER, Johann H. Johann (son of FEUERSANGER, John and SCHMITT, Marie) was born on 25 May 1949 in Germany; died on 23 Apr 2018 in Town of Somerset, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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

Family/Spouse: STURTEVANT, Steven. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: CULVERWELL, Judy. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Family/Spouse: REED, Sarah E. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Family/Spouse: CULVERWELL, Judy. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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

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

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

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

Family/Spouse: SWANSON, Denise. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obituary Of Walter Ernest Wittcop

Walter Ernest Wittcop entered into rest on February 1st, 2020. Born December 13th, 1956 son of Grace Ann McPhail and the late Wilfred R. Wittcop Sr.
He is survived by his loving wife Kathryn (nee Pettigrew), his children David Pettigrew, and Johnathan Pettigrew (Jennifer). Grandfather of Christopher and Jesica. Dear brother of William, Wilfred (Denise Swanson), Warren, and Wesley (Rhonda) Wittcop, Heather (David) Chambers, and Holly Howland. Uncle of 24 nieces and nephews plus many great-nieces and nephews.
Friends and family may gather in Walter’s Memory Saturday, February 8th at Hess Road Wesleyan Church, 2514 Hess Rd, Appleton, NY 14008 at 11:00 am. Following the services, a luncheon will be held at the church. Flowers greatly accepted and expressions of sympathy may be made to the family.

Family/Spouse: PETTIGREW, Kathryn. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Holly married HOWLAND, William [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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

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

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

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

Family/Spouse: SHANKS, Douglas. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

Family/Spouse: WALKER, George. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obituary of Michael A. Filipovich, Jr.

On Saturday June 5th 2021 our family found the beautiful soul of Michael Anthony Filipovich Jr better known as Flip on his first fishing trip in Heaven with the Lord as his captain. Mike is survived by his wife Donna along with his son Joshua Bachman and Lauren Rose grandchildren Lijah,Gracelynn, Valin and Silas. Also his son Nicholas and wife Justine Bachman. Brother to Christine Shanks and Mary and David Edmister. Wonderful uncle to many nieces and nephews.  Mike was a lover of life from his family to fishing, to the beautiful Outdoors, to fishing, overnight camping, to fishing, fast cars and dirt tracks and back to fishing. His heart was huge and helpful and in his own special way .He will be remembered forever in our hearts. Our family would like you to join us in a Larger than Life Celebration.Bring your Lawn chair, Love and Laughter!
Relatives and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life on Saturday, June 12th at 1 PM at Krull Park, Pavilion #8, Olctt, NY.

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

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

Family/Spouse: PAINE, Ricky. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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

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

Notes:

John F. Sullivan Jr., passed away on Saturday April 1, 2023.  Born in Lockport on June 3, 1950, he was the son of the late John F. Sr. and Dorothy L. Woolston Sullivan.  He retired from the Lockport Housing Authority in 2005 after working for 25 years as a Maintenance Engineer.  John enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.  He is predeceased by his wife Linda (Filipovich) Sullivan who passed away on July 6, 2022.
John is survived by his children Jayson (Stacey) Sullivan and Cassandra Pelletier and his five grandchildren.  He was the brother of Linda (James) Lee, Patricia (Thomas) Russell, David (Debbie) Sullivan and Daniel (late Laura) Sullivan.  He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
There will be no prior visitation.  A Private Graveside Service will be held at the convenience of the family.  Online Condolences at www.pruddenandkandt.com.

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

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

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

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