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| 11401 | Martha L. Darlak, age 82 of Wheatfield, NY, was called peacefully to her heavenly home on April 3, 2025, at her residence, which was the home her late husband, Robert Darlak built, while under the care of her loving family and Niagara Hospice. Born in North Tonawanda, NY on July 12, 1942; she was the daughter of the late Allan and Hilda (DeVantier) Grawe. Martha was a lifelong member of St. John Lutheran Church, in Wheatfield. She had been employed at Jenss Department Store, and Tops Market. Martha retired early, so that she could enjoy spending time and watching her grandchildren. She enjoyed playing cards and Bingo with her family and friends, spending time in her pool and gardening. Martha enjoyed family traditions, especially loved decorating the entire house for the holidays, making pierogies, and cooking her mother's recipe for rice pudding. She was also predeceased by her twin sister Margaret (dec'd Henry) Failing; a brother, Daniel Grawe; and a daughter, Claudette Lemieux.Survivors include two children, Jeanette Prohaska and Glen (Jody) Darlak; five grandchildren, Dalton (Christina) Lemieux, Hunter Lemieux, Lynnea Lemieux, Cole Darlak and Cloe Darlak; one great-grandchild, Archer Lemieux; a sister in law, Fran Grawe; son in law, Marlin Lemieux; and many nephews and nieces. Friends may call at the DuBois Funeral Home, 2436 Niagara Road, (Bergholz) in Wheatfield, on Sunday (April 6) from 4-8 p.m. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Michael Borgstede, on Monday (April 7) at 10:00 a.m. in St. John Lutheran Church, corner of Niagara Falls Boulevard and Ward Road in Wheatfield. Memorial contributions may be made to Niagara Hospice. | GRAWE, Martha L (I51119)
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| 11402 | Martha M. Level passed away on November 8, 2024, at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. She was 75. Born on September 10, 1949, in Niagara Falls, New York, she was the oldest child of Gordon E. and Virginia M. (nee Hillman) Strablow.Martha was a 1967 graduate of Wilson Central School. Following high school, she attended Wyoming County Community Hospital School of Nursing in Warsaw, NY, graduating in 1970. Martha worked as an OB/GYN maternity nurse at Mount St. Mary's Hospital, retiring in 2012 after 39 years of service. She loved to knit, making prayer shawls for Mount St. Mary's, and was known for her extravagant baking and amazing cake decorating.Martha is survived by her dear siblings, Laverne (Elizabeth) Strablow, Lucille (Vincent) Zarbo, Margaret (Jakub) Sapiezynski, and Linda (Paul) Wzientek; 10 adored nieces and nephews; many cherished grand nieces and nephews; also survived by many cousins.The family will be present to receive friends on Friday, November 29, 2024, from 4-7 PM at Hardison Funeral Homes, Inc., 3648 Ransomville Road, Ransomville. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at North Ridge Methodist Church, 3930 North Ridge Road, Lockport, at 11 AM. Family and friends are asked to please assemble at the church. Interment will follow in North Ridge Cemetery, Town of Cambria. | STRABLOW, Martha Marie (I77046)
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| 11403 | Martha T. (Beahen) Templeton of Niagara Falls passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at her home. She was 61. Born and raised in Niagara Falls, the daughter of the Thomas and Peggy (Holt) Beahen. Martha worked for Vishay Thin Films. She is survived by a son, Jeremy Templeton; a daughter, Leah (Jason Jeffords) Templeton; grandchildren, Austin, Kayla, Kaeden and Jacob; her brother, Thomas (Barbara Frantz) Beahen and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents and a brother, Timothy. There will be no visitation or services per her wishes. Funeral arrangements by the LANE FUNERAL HOME, Inc., Niagara Falls. | BEAHEN, Martha Teel (I129274)
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| 11404 | Martha Willett Ferguson, 88 of Newfane, went home to be with the Lord March 25th, 2022 at Elderwood of Lockport. Born June 22, 1933, daughter of Harold and Edna (Lindke) Willett. She worked as a dietician at her alma mater, Roy Hart Schools, and Duke University where she especially enjoyed serving meals at the marine biology lab. Her food service skills were enjoyed most by her family, especially when vegetables from the family garden were prepared or preserved. She was very active in the community serving at Teen Tunnel, Hamilton House, 4-H, church, Newfane School Board, Newfane Library Board, and Kenan Quilters Guild. She followed her life's dream and opened Martha's Cupboard Quilt Shop leading to a 12-year career fueled by her passion for teaching textile design. Married Nov 28th, 1957, to late James Ferguson. She leaves behind her four children, James, Beth, Tod, and Julia, whom she lovingly raised. She was a devoted grandmother to Aaron, Meredith, Sarah, and Nate. The apples of her eye were her great-grands, Rhett, Emma, Tanner and Meritt. Meritt was born only hours after her great-grandmother's passing, a bittersweet day. Also survived by her sister, Joan; and many nieces and nephews; predeceased by her sister, Rita; sisters-in-law, Joan and Jeanne; and brother-in-law, Roger. Memorial Services for both Jim and Martha will be held at First Presbyterian Church August 13th, 2022. Visit https://www.facebook.com/lockportjesus/ for more details, especially as the service gets closer. Memorial donations may be made to https://tribute.michaeljfox.org/tribute-page.php?id=2295&np=true in lieu of flowers. | WILLETT, Martha (I56104)
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| 11405 | MARTIN - Elsie W. Martin. 87, of 7028 Ward Road. Town of Wheatfield, Monday (Nov. 19. 1973) in Newfane Intercommunity Hospital. She is survived by a son, Robert E. Martin of the Town of Wheatfield; two granddaughters. Mrs. Gay Sullivan of Grand Island and Miss Pamela Martin of the Town of Wheatfield; two sisters. Mrs. Alfreda Pagels and Miss Mathilda Lorenz, both of the Tonawandas. The family will receive friends at the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc., 1241 Oliver St.. at Ward Road. North Tonawanda. where services will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. The Rev. Rolf A. Buchmann will officiate. Interment in St. John Lutheran Cemetery, If so desired, memorials may be made to the St. John Lutheran Church Building Fund. | LORENZ, Elsie W (I95923)
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| 11406 | MARTIN - Helen L. (nee Mietz) Of Akron and Spencer, NY, June 23, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Walter Martin; dear mother of Paulette (Michael Tangorre) Martin of Spencer, NY and Sharon Martin of Lockport, NY; grandmother of Kyle Yanacek; also survived by nieces, nephews, great- and great-great-nieces and nephews. Family will be present at St. Michael's Lutheran Church, 6379 Wolcottsville Rd., Akron, NY on Tuesday from 11-1 PM where Funeral Services will be held at 1 PM. Arrangements by the Charles Meyer Funeral Home. Share your condolences at meyerfuneralhome.com | MIETZ, Helen L (I70100)
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| 11407 | MARTIN - Julie A. (nee Evert Age 77, of Grand Island, NY, passed away on August 16, 2023 at Kenmore Mercy Hospital. Born on April 23, 1946 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Helen (Mosolf) Evert.Julie graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1964 and later earned her Masters Degree in Education. She was employed as a school teacher, working for various school districts across the United States. Julie is survived by her brother, Steven (Mary) Evert; nieces and nephews, Marcy Cox, Karen (Peter) Pellegrino, John (Jennifer) Evert, Jennifer Gregson, Jerry (Rena Pellinio) Evert, Eric Evert, Craig (Tracey) Evert, Darryl (Tricia) Evert and Shannon (Marc) Niccola; dear friend and caregiver, Lisa Huey; several great-nieces and great-nephews and her beloved dogs, Moxie and Einstein. Besides, her parents, Julie was predeceased by brothers, Lee (living, Eileen) Evert and Edward (living, Cecelia) Evert.The family will be present to receive friends on Friday, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (716-297-9007), where Julie's funeral service and life celebration will be held on Saturday, August 26th, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. Laura Norris-Buisch officiating. Friends invited. Prayers of committal and interment will follow in Niagara Falls Memorial Park Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made Niagara County SPCA and/or the Erie County SPCA. Professional arrangements are under the care of the GOODLANDER family. Share condolences, view her tribute video and full life story at GOODLANDERCARES.com | EVERT, Julie A (I188269)
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| 11408 | MARTIN - Laura F. (nee Ferchen) Died in Buffalo, NY, September 26, 2016. Born October 18, 1919 in Niagara Falls, NY, beloved wife of 67 years to the late Harry T. Martin; devoted mother of Leigh W. (former daughter-in-law, Elise Martin) Martin, Glen A. (Lynn) Martin and Martha E. (late Joseph) Malkiewicz; loving grandmother of nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; dear sister of Christine (late Larry) Stumpf. A Memorial Service will be held at the Central Park United Methodist Church, 216 Beard Ave., Buffalo, NY 14214 on Saturday, November 12th | FERCHEN, Laura Maria (I52608)
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| 11409 | Martin G. Milleville NF Gazette Was a dairy farmer for several years Town of Lewiston - Martin G. Milleville, 90, of Saunders Settlement Road, died Friday (Feb 6, 1998) in Mount St. Mary's Hospital after a brief illness. He was born Nov 7, 1907, in Wheatfield, the son of John ad Helen Milleville. Mr. Milleville attended St. James Evangelical Lutheran School in Bergholz. He married Elizabeth Haseley on Oct. 10, 1936 in St. Peter's Lutheran Church. He worked at the former Grief Brothers in Niagara Falls and was a dairy farmer for several ears. Mr. Milleville was a member of St Peter's Lutheran Church in Walmore, where he served as an elder and choir member for 50 years. He also was active with Bible study classes and supported church missions. He enjoyed his family life. In addition to his wife of 61 years, he is survived by a son James Milleville of Plymouth Mich.; three daughters, Susan Dunbar of Aurora, OH, Marilyn Ruppel of Kenmore and Carol Moll of Bergholz; two sisters Thekla DeVantier of Lewiston and Helen Milleville of Wheatfield; 11 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Mr. Milleville was predeceased by several brothers and sisters. Visitation will be from 2 -4 and 7 - 9 today and Sunday at the DuBois Funeral Home, 2436 Niagara Road, Bergholz. The Rev. Allen Griep will conduct services at 11a.m. Monday at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Walmore Road, Wheatfield. Burial will be in St. Peter's Lutheran Church Cemetery.. Memorial contributions may be made to St Peter's Lutheran Church Organ Fund, or to a charity on one's choice. | MILLEVILLE, Martin Gerhard (I50376)
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| 11410 | MARTIN H. MANTE The Buffalo News, August 20, 1997 Martin H. Mante, a retired molder for the Carborundum Co. Abrasives Division, died Monday (Aug. 18, 1997) in DeGraff Memorial Hospital, North Tonawanda. Mante, 81, of Errick Road, was born in Wheatfield and was a lifelong resident of the town He worked at Carborundum for 42 years, retiring in 1978. Mante was a lifelong member of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church in Bergholz and a member of the Lutheran Laymen's League and the Wheatfield Senior Citizens. He enjoyed gardening. He is survived by his wife, the former Mary T. Scherrer; three sons, Martin Jr., Donald and Gerald; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. Services will be held at 11 A.M. Friday in Holy Ghost Lutheran Church, Niagara Road and Luther Street, Bergholz. Burial will be in Holy Ghost Lutheran Cemetery. | MANTE, Martin H (I58572)
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| 11411 | Martin J. Johnson, Jr., 93 of Niagara Falls, NY, passed into eternity, surrounded by his loving family, on Saturday, December 18, 2021 in Hershey, PA. Born on January 22, 1928 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Martin and Anna (Bartko) Johnson. On April 28, 1956, Martin married the former Joan M. Targosz at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church. Mr. Johnson proudly served in the United States Army Air Corp during WWII and the New York Air National Guard through 1955. Martin was employed by Moore Business Forms for over 45 years, never missing a day of work. His increased responsibilities in the finance department resulted in relocating to various cities throughout the country. He retired from the Glenview, Illinois, US Headquarters, in 1991 as a Corporate Comptroller. Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife of 65 years; four children, Michael, Kathleen, Thomas and Timothy; their spouses; ten grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by sisters, Josephine Campbell, Gladys Sweeney and Carol Adam; and brothers, John Johnson and Robert "Red" Johnson. Flowers are graciously declined. If desired, memorial offerings may be made to the Gary Sinise Foundation to support Veterans. Interment will be at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Annville, PA. | JOHNSON, Martin J (I196690)
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| 11412 | Martin Jon Latko, of Tonawanda, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 23, 2020 at home. He was 60 years old. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY on March 2, 1960, the son of Emily (Banas) Latko of Lewiston and the late Adolph Latko. He attended and was a graduate of Lew-Port High School. Martin served his country with great pride. He began his military career with the Air Force, receiving many Decorations, Medals and Ribbons for his dedicated and faithful service. Following his honorable discharge, he served in the National Guard. He was the doting father of Adaleigh Latko, his life was devoted to her and participating in her school and extracurricular activities. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting. He also enjoyed meeting for coffee with friends. He was a member of St. Amelia’s R.C. Church, Tonawanda. He is survived by his daughter, Adaleigh Latko; siblings, Paul Latko of Atlanta, GA; Terese (Robert) Webber of Ransomville; Michael (Nicole) Latko of Fountain Hills, AZ; Thomas Latko of Wheatfield; nieces and nephews, Kayley (Nick) Trunzo of Huntersville, NC; Cori Webber of Buffalo; Brad Webber of Ransomville and Angelo Latko of Arizona. In addition to his father, he was predeceased by a brother, Raymond Latko and a sister, Joan Latko. Visitation will be held Saturday from 3-7 PM in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, where funeral services and Military Honors will be held following the visitation at 7 PM. The interment will be private. Memorials, if desired, may be made to Buffalo Veteran’s Hospital in his memory. | LATKO, Martin Jon (I207109)
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| 11413 | Martin L. Kroening, age 87 of Cambria, New York, was called to his heavenly home on July 11, 2021. He passed peacefully at his residence, while under the care of his loving family and Niagara Hospice. Born in the Town of Cambria, son of the late Elmer and Elsie (Walck) Kroening. Martin was a lifelong resident and dairy farmer in the town of Cambria. He was a member of St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Pekin, the Sanborn Historical Society, The Historical Society of North Germans in Western NY, a 50 year member of Wilson Conservation Club, Cast Iron Seat Association, and Niagara County Milk Producers.Survivors include his wife of almost 65 years: Shirly A. (Schultz) Kroening; their five children: Gail (Bill) Segarra, Steven (Terri) Kroening, Dawn (Joe) Nye, Linda (Kurt) Miller and Jennifer (Chris) Weech; two sisters: Hazel Haseley and Doris DeVantier; twelve grandchildren: Carolyn, Jacob, Michael, Hunter, Kaitlyn, Brittany, Joseph, Alyssa, Anna, William Reed, Jenna, and Britain; two great-grandchildren: Jackson and Emery; and several nieces and nephews.Preceded in death by four brothers: John, Raymond, Herbert and Harry Kroening.Private services were held with the family, on Thursday (July 15) at 11:00 a.m. in the DuBois Funeral Home, Wheatfield, with the Rev. Kurt Schultz, officiating. Interment followed in Hillside Cemetery, Cambria, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 3229 Upper Mountain Road, Sanborn, NY 14132, or Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094. | KROENING, Martin Lester (I49632)
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| 11414 | Marty(tincanman) shows B Sept. 1, 1844 | SCHAUSS, Nicholaus (I33825)
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| 11415 | Marvin "Dutch" Fry passed away on Sunday, January 25,, 2015. Born in Lockport on November 9, 1927, he was the son of the late Burt and Laura Lederhouse Fry. Dutch worked at Rochester products as a Monorail driver for 22 years,, retiring in 1986. He was a member Rapids Fire Company Exempt, was mayor of the Rapaids for two years and served in the US Army during WWII. Dutch is survived by his wife of 39, Marie (nee Witkop) Fry, father of Marvin (Linda) Fry of Middleport, Rita (Matt) Brueckner of Lockport,, Allan (Carrie Anne) Huth of Newfane, Debbie (Frank) Wagner of Lockport, Donna Massaro of Akron, Joy Cummings of Lockport, Tom (Sherry) Dunn of Lockport,, Brenda (Jim) Glaser of Lockporrt and Gail (Ralph) Friedrich of Lockport, he is also survived by twelve grandchhildren, 6 great grandchildren and one great great grandson. Dutch was the brother of Clarence (Marjorie) Fry, Donald (Myra) Fry, Roy (Mary Ann) Fry, Marjorie Singleeton and the late Doris Dietz, Lorraine Dysinger, Carol Lippert, Norman Fry, Warren Fry, Howard Fry, Glen Fry and Gordon Fry, also survived by severa nieces and nephews and his best friend Milton Kanehl. Friends may call on Wednesday 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM in Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee Street, Lockport, where services will be held Thursday January 29th at 10 AM. Intermenet will be in Huskey Cemetery. Memorials to the Rapids Fire Company, Inc., 7195 Plank Road, Lockport, NY 14094, would be appreciated by the family. | FRY, Marvin (I109945)
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| 11416 | Marvin Harlee Kneeppel, a beloved resident of Ransomville, NY, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at the Buffalo VA Medical Center after a courageous battle with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), linked to exposure to Agent Orange during his service in Vietnam over 50 years ago. Marvin's family hopes his story inspires others to seek testing and care if experiencing similar symptoms. Born on March 24, 1949, in North Falls, NY, Marvin was the son of the late Lamont Kneeppel and Lois Keir Harms. Following his graduation from high school, Marvin answered the call to serve his country, joining the United States Marine Corps. He proudly served as a Lance Corporal in Vietnam from 1969 to 1970, earning numerous honors including the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with one star, Vietnam Campaign Medal with device, and the Rifle Marksman Badge. On February 15, 1969, Marvin married the love of his life, Carolyn Schultz, in St. Peter Lutheran Church in North Ridge, Lockport. Together, they built a life filled with love and shared dreams, settling in Ransomville where they raised their family. Marvin was the proud owner of Kneeppel Flooring, retiring in 2019 after many years of hard work and dedication. In his free time, Marvin cherished the tranquility of the outdoors, enjoyed hunting, and indulged his passion for movies of all genres. Marvin is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Carol Jean; his loving children, Katrena Hart of Allen, TX, and Ira (Kara Kembro) Kneeppel of Milton, FL; his cherished grandchildren, Tyler, Brooks, Grayson, Gabriel, and Griffyn; and his caring brother, Wayne (Barbara) Kneeppel of Gasport, NY. He is also fondly remembered by nieces, nephews, and many friends. At Marvin's request, there will be no prior visitation. Funeral services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to HARDISON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 3648 Ransomville Road, Ransomville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Marvin's honor to the Buffalo VA Medical Center. Please share condolences and memories of Marvin at HARDISONFUNERALHOMES.com | KNEEPPEL, Marvin Harlee (I173814)
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| 11417 | Marvin Sisney, Jr., 84, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on December 5, 2015 at O.L.P Nursing Care Residence in Lewiston, NY. A life-long resident of Niagara Falls, NY, he was the loving son of the late Anthony “Cubby” and Sylvia (Peters) Colucci. Marvin served in the United States Army during the Korean War until his honorable discharge. On April 18, 1952, he married Nancy V. (Elia) Sisney at St. Joseph’s Church in Niagara Falls. She predeceased him on October 8, 2015 after 63 beautiful years together. Mr. Sisney was employed at Wendt’s Dairy for over 30 years until his retirement. Following his retirement, he continued to stay active by working the Maid of Mist. He was also an avid bowler, winning many tournaments in Niagara Falls and Rochester. Marvin was a fan of the Oakland Raiders, Detroit Tigers and founding member of the “Ground Hoggers Club.” Above all, Marvin enjoyed vacationing with his wife in Florida during the winter months. He will be remembered as an easy going person who enjoyed having a good time with his friends and family. Mr. Sisney is survived by his nieces and nephews, Richard (Lynne) Calipari, Maria (Lewis) Custode, Edward (Julie) Clark, Robert (Maryanne) Elia, Diane (late Raymond) Walter; grandnieces Christina Custode, Grace Walter, Natalie Walter, Leah (Andrew) DeSabio and grandnephew Todd Ellmann. Marvin is also survived by his brother-in-law, Peter (late Mary) Elia, as well as numerous friends and relatives. Visitation will be held Wednesday, December 9, from 10 - 11:15 A.M. at the M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will begin with a prayer service at 11:15 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12 NOON in Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph Parish at St. Joseph’s Church, 1413 Pine Ave, Niagara Falls, NY. Interment will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY. | SISNEY, Marvin (I149682)
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| 11418 | Marvin Tooke, Sr. 79, of North Tonawanda, Monday (January 18, 2016) at home. Marvin was born in North Tonawanda, NY on July 8, 1936 to Embury and Genevieve (Conrad) Tooke. Mr. Tooke was a United States Army Veteran. a retired machinist for Spaulding Fibre. and American Optical. Marvin was predeceased by his daughter Linda (John) Ragusa, brothers and sisters Lloyd (Elizabeth), Gerald (Lois), Donald (Sally), Eugene (Dorothy) Tooke, Gloria (Sam) Licht, and Eleanor (Joe) Fiala. Marvin is survived by his wife Beatrice (Reinboldt) Tooke, father of Barbara (Kevin) Laduca, Carol (George) Meyer, Patricia (Robert) Power, Marvin Jr. (Patricia) Tooke, brother of Janith Tooke, Lyle (Ronnie) Tooke, grandfather of 13, great grandfather of 12, also surviving are many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. at the Wattengel Funeral Home, 533 Meadow Drive, North Tonawanda, where funeral services will follow. Interment White Chapel Memorial Park. | TOOKE, Marvin C (I106530)
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| 11419 | Marvin W. Wendt, NF Gazette Longtime legislator; active in civic groups SANBORN - Marvin W. Wendt, 73, of Shenk Road, a Niagara County legislator from 1978 to 1991, died Tuesday (Aug. 20, 1996) in Mount St. Mary's Hospital, Lewiston. He was born on Nov. 23, 1922, in Cambria, the son of William and Grace Wendt. On June 17, 1944, he married the former Ruth O. Belling in St. Martin's Lutheran Church, Marvin W. Wendt North Tonawanda. Born in Cambria, he was self-employed as a well driller and excavator from 1944 to 1989. From 1978 to 1991, Mr. Wendt served as a Niagara County legislator. He was a member of the Western New York and the New York State Volunteer Firemen's Association, and was active in civic affairs. He was a charter member of the Sanborn Lions Club. He was very active with the Republican party and was a past Republican committeeman. He served as past president of the Sanborn Fire Company, where he also was a past assistant fire chief, past president of the Niagara County Volunteer Firemen's Association, past treasurer of both St. Martin's Lutheran Church in North Tonawanda and St. Peter's Lutheran Church on Walmore Road, where he was a member. He was an avid fan, as well as a collector, of old steam engines, and was active in the Western New York Gas and Steam Association, where he served as director. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Lance Wendt of Sanborn; three daughters, Kathleen Goss, Janelle Kroening and Lynette Sessman, all of Sanborn; six brothers, Donald Wendt, Bertrum Wendt, Glenn Wendt, William Wendt Jr., Kenneth Wendt and Forest Wendt, all of Sanborn; a 1 sister, Gracellyn Bilek of Sanborn; 11 grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today and Friday at the DuBois Funeral Home, 2436 Niagara Road, Bergholz, where the Sanborn Fire Company and the Niagara County Volunteer Firemen's Association will hold services at 8:45 p.m. Friday. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday in St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Walmore Road, Wheatfield. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Peter's Lutheran Church. Buffalo News, The (NY) - August 22, 1996 Marvin W. Wendt, a self-employed well driller and excavator and a Niagara County legislator for 13 years, died Tuesday (Aug. 20, 1996) in Mount St. Mary's Hospital, Lewiston. Wendt, 73, of Shenk Road was born in the Town of Cambria and had been a lifelong resident of Sanborn. He had owned and operated a business as a well driller and excavator from 1944 to 1989. Wendt was a member of the Niagara County Legislature from 1978 to 1991 and was active with the Republican Party, serving as Republican committeeman. He was also active in civic affairs and was a charter member of the Sanborn Lions Club. Wendt had also been active in the Sanborn Volunteer Fire Company, having served as their past president and past assistant fire chief. He was also the past president of the Niagara County Volunteer Fireman's Association. He was an avid fan, as well as a collector himself, of old steam engines. He became involved with the Western New York Gas and Steam Association and had served as the club's director. Wendt was a lifetime member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Wheatfield and had been past treasurer at St. Peter's and also St. Martin's Lutheran Church in North Tonawanda. He is survived by his wife, the former Ruth O. Belling, whom he celebrated 52 years of marriage with on June 17. He is also survived by a son, Lance; three daughters, Kathleen Goss, Janelle Kroening and Lynette Sessman; six brothers, Donald, Bertram, Glenn, William Jr., Kenneth and Forest; a sister, Gracellyn Bilek; and 11 grandchildren. A joint memorial service will be offered by the Sanborn Fire Company and the Niagara County Volunteer Fireman's Association at 8:45 P.M. Friday in DuBois Funeral Home, 2436 Niagara Road, Bergholz. Funeral services will be at 11 A.M. Saturday in St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 6168 Walmore Road, Wheatfield. Burial will be in St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery. | WENDT, Marvin Wallace (I50684)
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| 11420 | Mary (Napolitano) Parenti, 76, of Lewiston, NY passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at her residence under the care of homecare aides and Niagara Hospice. Born in Niagara Falls, NY she was the daughter of the late Sam and Mary (Oliverio) Napolitano. Mary attended local schools and graduated from the State University of New York at Brockport where she earned a Bachelor's Degree in 1962. On July 4, 1964 she married Jerry D. Parenti at Prince of Peace Church in Niagara Falls. Mary was employed by the Niagara Falls Board of Education as an elementary school teacher until retiring in 2000. In her leisure time she enjoyed reading, following politics and gardening. She also enjoyed using computers and everyday technology. Above all, Mary's greatest pleasure was spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. In addition to her husband of fifty one years, Mary is survived by four children, Gary Parenti, Karen (Gordon) Porterfield, Michael (Elaine) Parenti and Lisa (Michael) Nunzio; three grandchildren Travis Porterfield, Allison Nunzio and Nicholas Nunzio; one brother, Marco (Gail) Napolitano; one sister, Lena (Ronald) Jones and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Mary's family would like to extend a sincere thank you to her homecare aides Kyle Minervino, April Daniels, April Dix, Lisa Price and Bobby Jo Czernicki for their care and compassion. There will be no prior visitation. Private funeral services and entombment in St. Joseph Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY were held at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations 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 14228. Arrangements by M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel. com for online guest register. | NAPOLITANO, Mary (I184841)
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| 11421 | Mary (Scarfone) Colosi, 88, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2016 at Absolute Care at Orchard Park. Born in Niagara Falls, NY she was the daughter of the late Alfonso and Josephine (Anastasio) Scarfone. Mary was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls and attended local schools. On October 26, 1946, she married Mario J. “Lefty” Colosi. Mr. Colosi predeceased her on June 14, 2010 after sixty-three years of marriage. Mary worked at the former Niagara Wallpaper Company and later as a clerk at the former Dixie Hat Shop, both in Niagara Falls. She had a strong faith in her Christian beliefs and faithfully attended church weekly. Mary was a fabulous baker and was especially known for her cream puffs. She also enjoyed crocheting afghans, sweaters bedspreads and potholders. Mary is survived by one son, Anthony C. (Rene M.) Colosi, two grandchildren, Jennifer (Bruce) Avery and Nicholas ‘Nico’ A. Colosi; one great-grandchild London Avery; one brother Joseph (Rose) Scarfone and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was also predeceased by three sisters, Josephine Perry, Betty (late Charles) Fantrazzo, Teresa (late Anthony) Perricelli and two brothers, Frank (Delores of the Town of Niagara) Scarfone and Anthony (late Sandra) Scarfone. Visitation will be on Monday from 4 – 7 p.m. at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY followed by a funeral service at 7 p.m. with Rev. Rob Scott officiating. Entombment will be held at the convenience of the family in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. | SCARFONE, Mary (I147685)
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| 11422 | Mary A. (Kolodziej) Glemb, 98 years old, passed away on September 9, 2020 at Elderwood at Lockport. She was born in Niagara Falls, NY on May 19, 1922, the daughter of the late Joseph and Julia (Mamon) Kolodziej.Mary attended local schools and worked at the Niagara Fancy Bakery and Ziolek's Bakery for many years. She then spent 36 years working for Delaware North at the Cave of the Winds Gift Shop on Goat Island. Mary was a member of Divine Mercy Parish (formerly St. Stanislaus Kostka Church), was a member of their choir and was a volunteer every year at their "Polka Fest". She was also a member of the Echo Singing Society. Mary was predeceased by her husband, Adolph S. Glemb who passed away on November 26, 2010.Mary is survived by her children, Patricia (Ed) Stefik and John (Dolores) Glemb; grandchildren, Edward (Julie) Stefik, Amanda (John) Stefik Barry and J.C. Glemb (Alyssa Strassel) and great-grandchildren, Brianna, Emily and Kaitlyn Stefik and Caroline and Ryan Barry.Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday September 19, 2020 at 12:00 noon at Divine Mercy Parish, corner of Niagara and 24th Streets with Rev. Jacek P. Mazur officiating. Interment in Holy Trinity Cemetery. | KOLODZIEJ, Mary A (I90361)
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| 11423 | Mary A. Maerten (nee Rehm) age 87, of Wheatfield NY, passed away suddenly and peacefully March 8, 2020 at her winter home in Cape Coral , Florida where her family recently vacationed there . She was the daughter of the late Carl and Corrinna (Houle) Maerten. Mary was a resident of the Town of Wheatfield . She was a dedicated volunteer for many years for St. Vincent DePaul, Shea's Buffalo and Artpark . Mary enjoyed tending to her garden , spending time with her family, especially her cherished grandchildren. Survived by her beloved husband of 68 years, Glenwood Maerten, dearest mother of Daniel Maerten and Cheryl (Thomas) Encao. Loving grandmother of Corrine Bristol, Trevin Maerten and Anthony ( Becky) Encao, great-grandmother of Leia Bristol , Kendyl Bristol and Jake Encao. Predeceased by brother Albert) Rehm and cherished sister Rita Dohm, also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Mary’s Memorial Mass on Saturday July 18, 2020 at 11:00 am at Prince of Peace Church 1055 Military Rd. Niagara Falls, NY. If desired, memorials in Mary’s honor may be sent to Niagara Hospice 4675 Sunset Dr. Lockport, NY 14094 Arrangements by M.J.COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL. Please visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel for online condolences. | REHM, Mary A (I173130)
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| 11424 | Mary A. Piccirillo, 99, passed away at her residence on September 2, 2024 surrounded by her loving family while under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born in Retsof, NY she was the daughter of the late Ignazio and Rita (Cichelli) Valente. Mary came to Niagara Falls, NY as a child with her family, attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1942. She married her beloved husband Anthony C. Piccirillo on April 26, 1947 in Our Lady of Lebanon Church. Tony passed away on November 24, 1985 after 38 years of marriage. Mary was employed as a secretary with the Carborundum Corporation before starting her family. She later worked as a cashier for Tops Supermarkets for over 20 years and as a seamstress during the 1960’s and 1970’s at her sister’s bridal shop, “Valente’s…. for the Bride”, all located in Niagara Falls, NY. Mary was a superb cook, cake decorator, seamstress and gardener. Most of all, she was the loving matriarch to her dear family. Mary is survived by her children, Joseph Piccirillo, Diane Piccirillo and Donna (John) Sanchez; Grandson, Anthony Bagneschi; sister-in-law Rory (late Joseph) Etopio; brother-in-law Alfonse (Davie) Muto; several aunts and cousins, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sisters Minnie (late Anthony) Yamonaco and Florence (late Samuel) Archie; her brother Francis (late Rita) Valente, and infant brother Frank Valente. Also predeceased by her brothers-in-law Alfonso (late Josephine) Piccirillo, Frank (late Connie) Piccirillo and Victor (late Rose) Muto. Visitation will be on Friday September 6 from 10 – 11:15 AM at the M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY, 14304 where prayer services will be held at 11:15 AM followed by Mary’s Mass of Christian Burial at Noon in Holy Family Parish, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Site, 27th St. and Independence Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY 14301. Interment in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY. If desired memorials may be made to Niagara Hospice House, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | VALENTE, Mary (I222416)
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| 11425 | Mary Alice Lockhart passed away December 1, 2022 in Our Lady of Peace Skilled Nursing. Born August 22, 1928 in Lockport she was the daughter of William and Ida (Vogt) Beakman. Mary was predeceased by her husband C. James Lockhart in 1990, son James Lockhart, and sister Barbara Haber. Mary is survived by her children Timothy (Ramona) Lockhart and Mary A. Lockhart; grandchildren Tim (Rochelle) Lockhart and Stacy (Dan) Price; great grandsons Brayden and Owen. Relatives and friends may call Wednesday, Dec. 7th from 10-11 AM with funeral services following at 11 AM all in Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport. Interment will be in Cold Springs Cemetery. Donations to the Niagara County SPCA would be appreciated. Visit pruddenandkandt.com | BEAKMAN, Mary Alice (I129435)
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| 11426 | Mary Anita Crafts, age 72, of 6757 Elm Beach Road, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2017 in Orlando, Florida, surrounded by her family. The family will receive friends at Covert Funeral Home, 7199 So. Main Street in Ovid, from 3:00 to 6:00pm on Friday, December 1, 2017. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Cross Catholic Church at 10:00am on Saturday, December 2, 2017, prayers of committal will then follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Ovid. In lieu of flowers, donations in Anita’s memory will be graciously accepted by DeSales Catholic School, 6914 Chestnut Ridge Road, Lockport, NY 14094, or the charity of one’s choice. Anita was born on September 24, 1945 in Wrights Corner, NY, a daughter of the late Lloyd and Mary (Stephanski) Schuler. Anita was a lifelong baseball and New York Yankees fan. In the days of radio coverage she loved to listen to games and then enjoyed watching games and replays when the Yankees won. She enjoyed these games while pursuing her other main passion quilting. An amazing artist, her art brought joy and beauty to many with her awesome work. She loved to attend her quilting retreats with friends while enjoying many laughs and stories. Anita was a member of many quilting groups in Western and Central NY and routinely made quilts for the Quilts of Valor program and many other charitable causes. She loved living by Cayuga Lake, playing (and bidding at) Pinochle, and spending time with family, friends, and her friends in the Amish community. She was the most loving and caring wife, mother, and friend. She is survived by her loving husband of 49 years Ward; her children, Sarah (Eric) of John Day, Oregon, Rachel (Chris) of Winter Garden, FL and Andy of Ovid, NY, and by her adoring granddaughter, Sarah; her sister, Barbara, brothers Dick (Diane) and Dave, sister-in-law, Lynette, along with many nieces, nephews and other family. Anita was preceded in death by her brother Dennis, and by a brother in law, Sam. | SCHULER, Mary Anita (I193039)
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| 11427 | Mary Ann (Abate) Jamieson, a long time Art teacher in Niagara Falls, passed away April 10, 2023. She was 85. Born in Buffalo, New York on September 27, 1937, a daughter of Harry F. and Rosamond (Olief) Abate. She was a graduate of the former LaSalle Jr/Sr High School, class of 1955. She continued her education at Buffalo State Teachers College, receiving her Masters of Science with a major in Arts in 1959. She was employed by the Niagara Falls Board of Education as an Art Teacher beginning in 1961. Mrs. Jamieson loved helping and teaching her students. She retired as Head of the Art Department. Following her retirement as a teacher, she began a successful, booming Mary Kay cosmetics business, which she also loved. Mary Ann was predeceased by her husband, Harold D. Jamieson, Jr. in 1983 and her son, Stephen Jamieson in 1972. She is survived by three children, Kristy “Tina” Jamieson - Ortiz; Glenn (Wendy) Jamieson and Robin (Greg) Mosher; a sister, Rosamond Abate McCann; several grandchildren, great grandchildren and nieces, nephews. Visitation Monday from 4-8 PM in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, where memorial services will be held Tuesday at 11 AM. The interment will be private in Acacia Park Cemetery. | ABATE, Mary Ann (I111675)
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| 11428 | Mary Ann Beccari, age 58, of Ransomville, tragically died on September 15th of a vehicle accident, daughter of the late Spencer (Cal) and Phyllis (Trane) Colquhoun, sister of the late James Donald Colquhoun. A wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, hairdresser and friend. A dedicated matriarch who welcomed everybody as family. She always had a pot of coffee, food to share and an ear to listen. She is survived by husband Salvatore Beccari, daughters Janine Burick and Taylor McCall, brothers Frank (Charlene) Colquhoun, Russell Colquhoun and Spencer (Pauline) Colquhoun, two granddaughters Ryann and Jordan and a wealth of nieces and nephews. There will be no prior visitation. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, September 21st at 1:00 p.m. at Forestview Church of God, 1250 Saunders Settlement Road, Niagara Falls, NY with Rev. Ronald Maines officiating. In lieu of flowers please donate to Juvenile Diabetes Association or a drunk drivers awareness program of your choice. Arrangements by M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY RD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY. | COLQUHOUN, Mary Ann (I196599)
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| 11429 | Mary Ann Byington, of Niagara Falls, died on Monday, October 5, 2015 in Mount. St. Mary’s Hospital, following a brief illness. She was 74. She was born in Niagara Falls, New York on February 7, 1941, the daughter of the late James and Helen (Russell) Masterson. She was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School. On April 23, 1966, she married William Byington. Together they celebrated 49 years of marriage. She worked for Doctors Weppner Gillick and Klopper and retired from Dr. Ajitkumar T. Trivikram where she scheduled surgeries in 2001. Mary was a lifetime member of the Frontier Volunteer Fire Company’s Ladies Auxiliary, serving on its sick committee. She enjoyed playing bingo there on Monday nights and the occasional trip to the casino. She was a longtime member of St. Vincent de Paul Parish at Prince of Peace, working on a committee or two there. She is survived by her husband, Bill; a daughter, Lisa Siegmann (Ross) of Sanborn; two brothers, Brian Masterson (Sandra) of Pendleton; James Masterson (Sheila) of San Diego, CA; two grandsons, Tyler and Jacob Siegmann and three nieces. Friends may call SUNDAY 4:00-6:00 PM in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday 11 AM in St. Vincent de Paul Parish at Prince of Peace site, 1055 Military Road, Niagara Falls. Please assemble at church. The interment will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorials, if desired, may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research. | MASTERSON, Mary Ann (I178294)
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| 11430 | Mary Ann Chunco passed away at Elderwood in Lockport on May 22, 2024. Mary Ann was born on August 28, 1942 in Niagara Falls, NY she was the daughter of John and Gertrude (Washak) Chunco. Mary Graduated from Saint Patrick’s Catholic School in 1956 and Desales High School in 1960. She graduated from NCCC in 1972 and Niagara University in 1985 with a BSN in Nursing. Mary Ann was a member of her church choir. She retired from nursing at Lockport Memorial Hospital. She enjoyed cooking, canning, and quilting. She was a fan of the Buffalo Bills, Sabres, Boston Red Socks, and thoroughbred horse racing. Besides her parents Mary Ann was also predeceased by her brother Andrew (Janet) Chunco and sister Judith Chunco Mary Ann is survived by her siblings Jack, Susan, and Robert. She is also survived by Bruce Wale, Robert (Barbara) Wale, Marcia (Ron) Walter; dear friends Christine Speck, Sue Yensan, Beth Cassidy and Jane Stroyan. Mary is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to a Memorial Mass Thursday, May 30th at 11 AM in All Saints Parish, 76 Church St., Lockport. Visit pruddenandkandt.com. | CHUNCO, Mary Ann (I226071)
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| 11431 | Mary Ann Ghougasian, 84, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, April 7, 2020, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late James and Mary (Eberhard) Lauzau and wife of the late Edward Ghougasian. She attended St. Mary of the Cataract Elementary School and Niagara Falls High School. She met her husband Edward when she began working for him as a waitress at the Park Restaurant. They then operated the iconic Club Restaurant and eventually the Greens Restaurant on the Hyde Park Golf Course. Mary Ann was happiest when she was taking care of others and she always made you feel comfortable and welcome whether at home or the restaurant. She will be remembered by her family for her love of animals, her cozy cottage on the lake, the afghans that she crocheted for everyone, love of music (her best friend was the late Hank Hamam) and dancing (she was an instructor at Arthur Murray), and memories of all the laughs and the good times that were shared. Her grandsons were the light of her life. In addition to her husband, Mary Ann is predeceased by her brothers Ronald, Donald and James Lauzau, and sister and brother-in-law Caroline (Ralph) Scozzafava. She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law Margaret (Michael) Powell, sisters-in-law Mary Lauzau and Diane Lauzau; daughters Pauline Ghougasian and Laurice (Christopher Parker) Ghougasian, near-daughter Sandra Perryman, grandsons Eamon and Emory Weber, ex-son-in-law Shawn Weber, cousins Judith Lengen and Marcia Bundy, many nieces and nephews, her cat Kit-Kat, numerous grand-cats and grand-dog. A private burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery for immediate family and a memorial will be held at a future date to be announced. The family requests donations in lieu of flowers in Mary Ann’s memory to St. Sarkis Armenian Apostolic Church and Operation PETS Spay/Neuter Clinic of Western New York. Arrangements by M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | LAUZAU, Mary Ann (I200267)
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| 11434 | Mary Ann Haseley, 46, a teacher's aide for BOCES in Sanborn for many years, died Monday (Sept. 25, 1995) in her home on Schultz Street after a long illness. The former Mary Ann Benz was born in Niagara Falls and graduated from Niagara-Wheatfield Central High School. Mrs. Haseley worked at the Board of Cooperative Educational Services in Sanborn as a teacher's aide for several years. She enjoyed gardening, the outdoors and crafts and was a lifelong member of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church. Survivors include her husband, Roger W.; her mother, Anna Benz of Wheatfield; a daughter, Beth Henry of Cambria; a son, Matthew of Sanborn; a brother, William of Wilson; and two grandchildren. Services will be held at 11 A.M. Wednesday in Holy Ghost Lutheran Church, 2436 Niagara Road. Burial will be in Holy Ghost Lutheran Cemetery. | BENZ, Mary Ann (I47692)
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| 11435 | Mary Anne (Taylor) Benton passed away under the care of Hospice in Spring Hill, Florida, February 26, 2010. She was 66. She was born in Niagara Falls, NY on October 20, 1943, a daughter of the late George and Bernice Taylor.She was a devoted wife and mother who loved gardening, cooking and spending time with her family. Mary Anne worked for many local eateries, both in New York and Florida in management positions.She is survived by her husband, Allen Sr.; sons, Allen Jr. (Julie) of Niagara Falls, NY and Glen (Holly) of Spring Hill, FL; and daughter, Stephanie Walker (Lee Antonino) of Hudson, FL; her sister, Margaret Brown; brother, Frank Taylor; seven grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents; and sister, Barbara Brown.A private service will be held in Spring Hill, Florida at the convenience of the family.Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for online guest register. Published in the Greater Niagara Newspapers on 3/5/2010 | TAYLOR, Mary Anne (I11714)
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| 11436 | Mary Bedford passed away November 6, 2017 under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born May 7, 1943 in Cambria, NY she was the daughter of Clarence and Myrtle (Reynolds) Hayes. Mary worked in production for Harrison Radiator. She was a member of the Solid Rock Assembly of God Church and enjoyed boating, camping, bowling, and gardening. Mary is survived by her husband Larry G. Bedford; six children; and eleven siblings. Relatives and friends may call Friday, Nov. 10th from 11 AM – 12 Noon with services following at 12 Noon in the Solid Rock Assembly of God Church, 8590 Rochester Rd., Gasport. Interment will be in Cold Springs Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to Niagara Hospice would be appreciated. Visit pruddenandkandt.com. | HAYES, Mary Ellen (I192699)
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| 11437 | Mary Byrne Sy of Lockport, NY passed away on Monday April 3, 2017 at Beechwood Continuing Care after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born on August 6, 1937 in Lockport, she was the daughter of Joseph and Frances Murphy Byrne. Mary graduated high school from St. Joseph’s Academy and college from SUNY Oswego. She married Thomas E. Sy on November 21, 1959 and he predeceased her in 2002. Mary was Co-Director and teacher of Nursery School at Emmanuel United Methodist Church for over 25 years, retiring in 1999. She was active in area civic organizations including Lockport College Women’s Club, Lockport Junior Service League and St. Patrick’s Altar and Rosary Society. Mary enjoyed reading, playing bridge, travel and time with family. Mary was predeceased by her husband, Thomas E. Sy; son, Timothy (Ann) Sy; grandchildren, Mathew and Heather Sy and siblings, John, Joseph and Nancy Byrne. She is survived by her sons, Thomas (Diane) Sy and Michael (Bridget) Sy and grandchildren, Ashley Sy (Brett) Roesler, Rachael, Brianne, Madeline, Jessica and Samantha Sy. Friends may call on Thursday 3:00 – 7:00 PM at LANGE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 186 East Ave., Lockport. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 9:30 AM at All Saint R.C. Parish, 76 Church St., Lockport. Interment in Glenwood Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Assoc of WNY, 2805 Wehrle Dr., Ste 6, Williamsville,NY 14221 or Aspire of WNY, 2356 North Forest, Getzville, NY 14068. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.langefuneralhomeinc.com | BYRNE, Mary R (I80041)
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| 11438 | Mary C. (Garlitz) Syruws, age 91 of Bergholz, NY; was called to her heavenly home on August 28, 2023 while at the Elderwood of Wheatfield facility. Born in Howesville, West Virginia on May 25, 1932; daughter of Floyd and Martha (Greaser) Garlitz. Mary was united in marriage to William J. Syruws on December 2, 1949. He was called to his heavenly home on May 25, 2012. Mary was a former member of St. Vincent dePaul Parish - Prince of Peace site, until her health started to decline. She was employed at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, was a New York State Emergency Medical Technician, a certified advanced first aid instructor with the American Red Cross, and served as an active member of Tri-Community Ambulance Service Inc., where she became a life time member for all her years of service. Her hobbies included sewing, crocheting, embroidery and playing the organ and the accordion.Survivors include seven children, William R. (late Colleen) Syruws, Catherine Bolam, John (Debbie) Syruws, Sandra (Brian) Retzlaff, Susan (Neal) Klettke, David Syruws, and Cheryl (Norman) Stoelting; a sister, Barbara Crow; 19 grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchildren.She was also preceded by siblings, Rita (late Donald) Johannes, Joan (Albine) Syrews, Betty Jane Gates, Patricia "Patty" Syrews, and William (Cynthia) Garlitz.Friends may call at the DuBois Funeral Home, 2436 Niagara Road, Niagara Falls, NY 14304 (Town of Wheatfield), on Thursday (August 31) from 4-7 p.m. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Randy Kaminska, on Friday (September 1) at 10:00 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Town of Lewiston, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to Niagara Hospice. | GARLITZ, Mary C (I222487)
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| 11439 | Mary C. Guidotti, 74, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on August 9, 2021 in Mt. St. Mary's Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late John and Christina (Gill) Hennegan; beloved wife of Karl Guidotti; cherished mother of Teresa (Paul) Biondi, Tammy Lynn (Scot) Northcutt; loving grandmother of four and great-grandmother of two. She is also survived by several brothers and sisters, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. In accordance with Mary's wishes, there will be no services. Memorial offerings may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Arrangements by M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel. | HENNEGAN, Mary C (I175220)
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| 11440 | Mary C. Robinson passed away March 7, 2023 in Niagara Hospice House. Born March 18, 1939 in Lockport she was the daughter of Vincent and Mary (Frasier) LaPort. Mary was predeceased by her husband William Robinson May 9, 2022. Mary is survived by her sons Mark E. (Lisa) LaPort and Ricky (Karen) Kipp; step-children Keith (Cheryl) Robinson, Elaine (Jerry) Farnham, and Vanette (Bob) Bennet; several grandchildren, step grandchildren, great grandchildren, and step great grandchildren; bothers Roger (Judy) LaPort and David (RuthAnn) LaPort; several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call Saturday, March 11th from 1-4 PM in Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport. Memorial donations to Niagara Hospice would be appreciated. Visit pruddenandkandt.com. | LAPORT, Mary C (I216320)
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| 11441 | Mary Caldwell passed away on Saturday December 24, 2016 in Newfane Health Care and Rehab Center. Born in Lockport on May 4, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Percy and Winifred Bloom Ryan. She worked at Sherwood Selpac as a assembler for many years until her retirement. Mary was a member of the Emmanuel United Methodist Church, the Rebekah's and the Pocahanta's. She enjoyed doing needlepoint and spending time with her family. Mary is predeceased by her husband Whitney "Junior" Caldwell, who passed away October 17, 2011. Mary is survived by her children, James (Barbara) Caldwell, Wayne (Marla) Caldwell and Joanne (James) Schultz; grandmother of Dawn (Jared) Kolb, Derek Caldwell and Nathan (Carolyn) Schultz; great grandmother of Charles and Lily Schultz, Erik Schultz. Mary was the sister of Winifred (the late Fay) Heschke, Dorothy (the late Robert) Vigrass, Dawn (the late Raymond) Coyle, Donald (Judy) Ryan, Harold (the late Shirley) Ryan and Char (the late Pat) Patrick. She was predeceased by siblings: Betty (the late Gordon) Crane, Anna (Robert) Heschke, Geri (the late Ernie) Winters, Audrey (Wayne) Burgess and Florence (Herb) Kolbe. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call on Thursday December 29, 2016 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM, in Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee Street, Lockport, where services will be held Friday morning at 11 AM. Interment will be in Millville Cemetery. Memorials to the Alzheimer's Association of WNY Chapter, 2805 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221-7383, would be appreciated by the family. Online Condolences at www.pruddenandkandt.com. | RYAN, Mary (I108891)
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| 11442 | Mary Catherine (nee Pullano) Antonucci, 66, of Buffalo, New York, passed peacefully on July 20, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved wife of Raymond S. Antonucci; predeceased by her parents, the late Anthony L Pullano and Arlene M. (Tompkins) Pullano Smiedala; adored sister of Richard E. (Wendy) Pullano, Gerald F. (Lynn) Pullano, and the late William A. and Michael J. (Monica) Pullano. Also cherished by eight surviving nieces and nephews: Bill Pullano, Rebecca (Matt) Sauer, Laura (Adam) Harris, Mary Elizabeth, Anthony, Thomas, Michael and Kerry Pullano. Mary, a respiratory therapist retired from Sisters of Charity Hospital in Buffalo, was a graduate of Erie Community College in Buffalo and Madonna High School in Niagara Falls. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with family, close friends, and her pets and was a die-hard Buffalo Bills fan. Mary was known for her selflessness, quiet strength, and quick wit. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo. A Memorial Mass in celebration of Mary’s life will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 27th and Independence Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY 14301 at 12:00 PM on Saturday, August 13. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to Hospice Buffalo. Arrangements by M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | PULLANO, Mary Catherine (I195196)
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| 11443 | Mary Catherine King (Morehead) Milleville Courier, The (Lincoln, IL) - Wednesday, July 30, 2008 Mary Catherine King (Morehead) Milleville , 97, of Lincoln, passed away July 28, 2008 at St. Clara's Manor. Funeral services will be 11:00 Thursday, July 31, 2008 at Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home in Lincoln with Pastor Daniel Tuhy of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Lincoln officiating. Burial will follow in Zion Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Mrs. Milleville was born January 24, 1911 in Chicago, IL. She married Milo D. Morehead on December 17, 1933 and he preceded her in death on December 30, 1949. She later married Robert A. Milleville on November 25, 1952 and he preceded her in death on October 31, 1992. She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Lincoln, the Ladies Aide Society, 60 Plus Group, Fidelis Alpha Retired Teacher's Sorority, Musical Arts Club, Retired Teacher's Association of Illinois, and was a graduate of Illinois State University in 1963. Survivors include 2 step-sons: Donald P. Milleville of St. Peters, MO, and Robert Milleville of Rochester, IL; 16 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, 2 brothers: Floyd King and Russell King, 3 sons: Milo Morehead, Stephen Morehead, and Donald K. Morehead, and 3 grandsons: Milo Morehead Jr., Douglas Morehead, and Bruce Morehead. Memorial donations may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church and will be accepted at the funeral home. | KING, Catherine (I53234)
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| 11444 | Mary Christine Carlo, lifetime area resident, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 25, 2018. She was born in Niagara Falls on May 31, 1934, a daughter of the late John and Julia (Santoro) Carlo. She graduated from Niagara Falls High School and then worked as a secretary for the NYS Parks Department for many years. Mary was very active with her church and enjoyed her time with her family. She is survived by her sister Pauline Pearson and her sister-in-law Betty (late Pete) Carlo and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by 11 siblings: Sam (late Florence) Carlo, Carmela (late John) Johnson, Antonia Ditto, Dominic (late Edna) Carlo, Orlando Carlo, Ubaldo (late Josephine) Carlo, Olympio Carlo, Pio Carlo, Christine Carlo, Anna (late Fred) Moody and Pete (Betty) Carlo. There will be no visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the convenience of the family St. John de LaSalle Church, 8477 Buffalo Avenue. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Lewiston. | CARLO, Mary Christine (I195219)
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| 11445 | Mary DeMunda, 90, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at her residence surrounded by her beloved family. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Onofrio and Josephine (Giarrizzo) Ingrasci; and loving wife of the late Thomas DeMunda who she married in 1967. Mary graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1949 and received her Bachelor’s degree from D’Youville College in 1953. The following year, she earned her Master’s degree in Teaching at the University of Albany. Mary was employed as a French Teacher at Gaskill Preparatory School and Niagara Falls High School for many years. Mary loved traveling throughout the United States with her husband and spending the winter months in Florida. She was an excellent cook and baker, and enjoyed playing cards. Above all, she enjoyed spending time with her family. Mrs. DeMunda is survived by her daughters, Josie DeMunda and Angela (Joseph) Martin; six grandchildren, Olivia, Jason, and Adriana Martin, Jocelyn, Ava, and Anthony Mercurio, as well as several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be on Tuesday, November 30 from 3 – 8 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. Mary’s Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday at 10 AM in St. Vincent De Paul Parish at St. Leo’s Church, 2799 Military Road Niagara Falls, NY. Entombment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital or Niagara Hospice. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | INGRASCI, Mary (I183502)
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| 11446 | Mary E (Buttery) Furnace, 91, of Appleton, NY passed peacefully at home on May 14, 2024.Mary was born in Lewiston, NY, the eighth of ten children to the late Frank H. and Grace A. (Nickerson) Buttery, on May 11, 1933. She attended school in Youngstown and was one of the first to walk across the stage at Lewiston Porter High School when she graduated in 1952. She married the late Lee W. Furnace on May 16, 1964. She worked as a meat wrapper at Acme Markets in Niagara Falls, ran the Country Kernal Restaurant in Youngstown for several years, and worked as a dietary aide at Old Lady of Peace in Lewiston for several years before retiring in April of 2010. She enjoyed spending time with her family, and rooting for her Josh and the Buffalo Bills.She will be remembered for being our beloved Mama, Nana, and G-Nana, always being there for us, her strength in difficult times, her amazing potato salad and deviled eggs, and her beautiful blue eyes.Mary is survived by her two daughters, Patricia Lee Rohring (Kevin Kennedy) of Appleton and Pamela Mary Levering of Newfane. She was Nana to four grandsons Cody Rohring (Sabrina Fuller) of Newfane, Jesse Rohring (Jessica) of Barker, Marshall Rohring (Kate Mazurkiewicz) of Appleton, and Dylan Rohring (Cassi Mauk) of Appleton, and two granddaughters Lauren Smith (Sam) of Rochester and Alissa Zwelling of Newfane; G-Nana to five great-grandchildren Tyler, Jayden, Eli, Jameson, RJ, and Ryleigh. She is also survived by a step-daughter Cheryl (David) Wilkins of Wilson, several step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren, a brother Robert (Leronna) Buttery of St. Catharines, ONT, several nieces and nephews, and several wonderful friends including Eileen Yarussi and Pat Zahno.Besides her parents and her husband, she was also Nana to and preceded in death by a grandson Lee Johnson, a step-son Stephen (Shirley) Furnace, four brothers Wilbur, Lewis, John and Donald Buttery, and four sisters Mildred (Crewe), Ruth (Myers), Loretta (Canfield) and Jeanette (Mattoon).A private service was held at Hardison Funeral Home on Friday, May 17th at 11:00. Burial followed at North Ridge Cemetery, Lockport, NY. A reading of scripture and prayer were said by her sister-in-law Leronna (Robert) Buttery.The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Dr. Clerk who was Mary's physician for over thirty years.Memorial donations may be made to The Children's Hospital of Buffalo Foundation, Buffalo, NY and Niagara County Hospice, Lockport, NY. | BUTTERY, Mary E (I73925)
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| 11447 | Mary E. (Brontmire) Workman, 88 years old, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2016 and joins her husband, Clarence, in the arms of the Lord. She was born in Niagara Falls on February 12, 1928, the daughter of the late Nelson and Effie (McNarin) Brontmire. Mrs. Workman was a homemaker who devoted herself to caring for her family. She enjoyed sewing, arts and crafts, camping and bowling. She was a member of the VFW Post 54. Mrs. Workman is survived by her children, Larry (Hae) Workman of Niagara Falls, Mark (Denise) Workman of Cleveland, GA, Bobby (William) Banks of Niagara Falls and Kathleen (late Angel) Barreto of the Town of Niagara. She is also survived by six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Clarence R. Workman who passed away on October 13, 2014; and her brother, George Brontmire. There is no visitation. Private interment was held at Riverdale Cemetery, Lewiston. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project at WoundedWarriorProject.org/Donate. ARRANGEMENTS ENTRUSTED TO THE LABUDA FUNERAL HOME, INC. | BRONTMIRE, Mary E (I175710)
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| 11448 | Mary E. (Ferrara) Vilardo, 96 of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Saturday May 9, 2015 at Schoellkopf Health Care Facility. Born in Niagara Falls, NY she was the daughter of the late Biagio and Liboria (Barone) Ferrara. Mary was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls. She attended local schools and graduated with honors from Niagara Falls High School in 1937. On April 19, 1941, she married Nicholas J. Vilardo at Our Lady of Lebanon Church in Niagara Falls. Mr. Vilardo predeceased her on June 19, 1988. Mary was employed at several local companies which included, the former Niagara Searchlight Company, Beir’s Brothers, DiCamillo Bakery and retired from Niagara Mohawk. Mary was a devout Catholic and member of the Anime Sante Del Purgatorio Society of St. Joseph’s Church as well as the Ladies Cristoforo Colombo Society. Above all, Mary will be remembered as a loving and generous mother and grandmother. Mrs. Vilardo is survived by her two sons, Nicholas S.J. (Barbara) Vilardo and Ronald B. (Cathy) Vilardo both of Niagara Falls, NY, four grandchildren, Michael (Karen) Vilardo, Maria Vilardo, Anthony (Cheryl) Vilardo and Lisa (Daniel) Supon, four great-grandchildren, Miranda Vilardo, Carmella Vilardo, Catherine Vilardo and Lyla Supon, her sisters-in-law, Lucy DeDario and Marie Fillicetti, brother-in-law, Salvatore “Tommy” Vilardo, nieces, Anne Conte, Margie Ballanger, Lucy Taibi and nephew Joseph Saia. She was also predeceased by three sisters, Jessie Tedesco, Jennie Terenti and Constance Scime Conti. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL 2730 Military Road Niagara Falls, NY. Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday May 13th with a time and place to be announced. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery Lewiston, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to Niagara Hospice 4675 Sunset Dr. Lockport, NY 14094. | FERRARA, Mary E (I80874)
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| 11449 | Mary E. Malaney, 82, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2020 at Schoellkopf Health Center. A lifelong resident of Niagara Falls, she was born on January 1, 1938, the daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Helen [O’Keefe] Brophy. Having attended local schools, Mary or Marybeth as she was more commonly known, was a graduate of St. Mary’s High School. Following graduation, she was employed with the Bell Telephone Co. and Learner’s Clothing Store for many years. She was the wife of the late Thomas A. Malaney, Jr., who predeceased her in July 1995. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and an avid reader who enjoyed spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. Mary is survived by her children Brian (Karen) Malaney, Timothy (Elizabeth) Malaney and Monica (Mark) Rossman; eight grandchildren Sean, Brian, Meghan (Michael) Rossman-LeBlanc, Maura (Frank) Dimino, Mark Rossman, Michael, Mason and Kyle Clayton, a great granddaughter Alia and was the sister of Arthur (Susan) Brophy, Mark (Rosanna) Brophy and Frances (late Joseph) Fournier and sister-in-law to Mary (Maynard) Crampton, also survived by many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brothers Michael (Jennifer) Brophy and Brother Thomas P. Brophy, Jr., O.S.F.S. Due to recent circumstances, interment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery will be held privately for family. A public memorial service will be announced at a later date. Memorials may be made in her name to the Schoellkopf Health Center or Niagara Hospice. | BROPHY, Mary E (I202383)
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| 11450 | Mary E. Sahr Lifelong Tonawanda Resident Mary (nee Fortman) Sahr, age 76, of Tonawanda, entered into rest Friday, June 27, 2003, at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. Born June 30, 1926, in Hamilton, Ontario, she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Anna (nee Bonish) Fortman. A lifelong resident of Tonawanda, Mrs. Sahr was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in North Tonawanda. She was the wife of the late Richard A. Sahr, Sr., who died in 2001. She is survived by three children, Richard (Helen) Sahr, Jr., Nancy A. Sahr and Douglas E. Sahr; and two grandchildren, James (Rebecca) Sahr and Karen (Jeffrey) Dole. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews. Services were cared for privately at the convenience of the family, followed by interment at Elmlawn Cemetery. If desired, memorials to St. Paul Lutheran Church, 453 Old Falls Blvd, North Tonawanda, NY 14120, are preferred by the family. Arrangements by the Hamp Funeral Home, Inc., Adam and Seymour Streets, Tonawanda | FORTMAN, Mary E (I220341)
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