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| 11601 | May 27, 2012 Robert A. Strasburg Niagara Gazette LEWISTON — Robert A. Strasburg, a longtime resident of Niagara Falls, died on Friday, May 25, 2012 in Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence. He was 88. Born in Niagara Falls on June 18, 1923, the son of Albert F. and Clara A. (Schultz) Strasburg. He attended schools here and graduated from the former LaSalle Jr./Sr. High School. Robert served in the US. Army during WW II and was honorably discharged as Staff Sergeant with the 16th Infantry Regiment 1 St Division on April 11, 1946. He was a past member of the American Legion LaSalle Post 1142. He worked for the Carborundum Company, Kimberly Clark, Invenex and retired from Remington Rand. A member of Grace Lutheran Church since childhood, Robert enjoyed hunting, fishing, carpentry and raising pheasants. He was a former member of the LaSalle Sportsman's Club. He enjoyed building birdhouses and shipped them to family and friends around the country. He loved his daily visits with his friends at the Fashion Outlets and attending various sporting events at Niagara University. He is survived by three daughters, Diane (Garry) Carr of Youngstown, Denise Hoover (Dennis) of Ransomville, and Debra Roberts (Mike Brabec) of Lewiston; two brothers, Albert Strasburg of Winterhaven, FL and Richard Strasburg of Phoenix, AZ; a sister, Joanne Milliville of the Town of Wheatfield; ten grandchildren, Gretchen (Ron) Kadlecik; Brian (Karola), Darryl (Brandy) and Daniel Carr; Christopher, Keith (Maryellen) and Kevin (Meagan) Becken; Scott, Michael and Sarah Dale; 14 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers, Charles, Donald, William and John Strasburg. Friends may call Tuesday from 4-8 PM in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, where funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11 AM, with his pastor from Grace Lutheran Church, the Rev. Matthew Sorenson, officiating. The interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Visit www.lanefuneralhome.com. | STRASBURG, Robert A (I57073)
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| 11602 | May 27, 2014 Gregory P. Swann Lockport Union-Sun & Journal WILSON - Gregory P. Swann of Wilson, May 24, 2014 in Niagara Hospice House with his family at his side, born on August 12, 1945 in Wilson, he is the son of the late Earl L. and Genevieve G. (Lort) Swann. A 1963 graduate of Wilson High School, Gregg joined the United States Air Force, where he learned Martial Arts, and was Honorably Discharged in 1966. He met Barbara Malick in 1968 and they were married in 1972. Gregg attended Niagara County Community College as an art student and continued to learn to draw by the John Nagy mail-order school. He drew Reuben Wilson's picture which is displayed at the Wilson Historical Society, an avid computer buff and was also an amateur Gunsmith. A member of the Wilson Conservation Club, he loved his cats, the outdoors, target shooting, hunting, spending time with family and was very devoted to his mother. Surviving him besides his mother and wife are a brother, Terry L. Swann of Wilson; an aunt, Margaret Lort of Gasport; an uncle, Marlind Lort of Arizona; sister-in-law, Melody Welnoski of Pennsylvania. Also survived by several nieces, nephews, and many good friends. Predeceased by two brothers, Charles E. Swann and David F. Swann. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2014 in the Wilson First Baptist Church at 1 PM Petit Street Wilson. In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to Niagara Hospice or to the Wilson Fire Company #1. Arrangements by the Hamilton and Clark Funeral Home, 270 Young Street, Wilson. Visit hamiltonclarkfh.com. | SWANN, Gregory P (I160940)
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| 11603 | May 27, 2014 Mark Joseph Licata Lockport Union-Sun & Journal ASHLAND, VA - Mark Joseph Licata left us, unexpectedly and much too soon, on Sunday, May 18th. He was born, the middle boy of six children, on August 20, 1960, in Lockport, NY. After graduating from DeSales Catholic High School and he put himself through Carnegie Mellon University with an Undergraduate Degree in Chemistry and a Master's Degree in Biomedical Engineering with a concentration in polymers. "I just want to say one word to you. Just one word. ...Are you listening? Plastics." The Graduate. Mark was relentless in his pursuit of the perfect biomedical product - developed with patient input - that would be lifesaving when the patient needed it most. His career spanned 25 years, starting at Bayer USA and most recently at Kaleo Pharma in Richmond, VA, where he was Vice President of Industrialization and Quality. Mark never mentioned his accomplishments, and most friends and family had no idea that he had 25 individual patents, and was listed as an inventor on about 130 patents in all. Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Anne Elizabeth Kenney and Peter Joseph Licata; and his sister, Catherine Grace Licata. He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Lisa Stiles Licata; his daughter, Meredith McKenzie O'Brien Licata; his son, Robertson Whittier Licata; his brothers, Peter John Licata and Michael Paul Licata (Nancy); his sisters, Elizabeth Anne Licata (Alan Bigelow) and Mary Patricia Licata; his niece and Goddaughter, Courtney Leigh Licata; his nephews, George Edward Robertson Stiles, III and Ethan James Sutton Stiles; as well as many in-laws and out-laws. He is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles and cousins. He will be missed by his extended families at Kaleo Pharma, The Virginia Biotech Park, and CMU, as well as by those who shared his devotion to ultimate frisbee, disc golf, ice hockey, and surfing. (His favorite surf spot was Ho'okipa in Maui.) A lifelong extrovert, Mark had friends around the world that he met on ski slopes or wherever he happened to be. He will be remembered fondly by all of them. Services will be held on Saturday, May 31st, at 11 AM at St. James the Less Episcopal Church at 125 Beverly Rd., Ashland, VA. There will not be a reception at the Church because Mark wanted a party, which will follow at the Licata's. Please bring a change of clothes/bathing suit, a 6-pack of your favorite beer and "Mark Stories" to share. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Church he dearly loved, The Fork Episcopal Church, 12566 Old Ridge Rd, Doswell, VA 23047 or a charity he was passionate about, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, at www.cff.org/getinvolved/manywaystogive/makeadonation/. Science Rules! | LICATA, Mark Joseph (I83040)
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| 11604 | May 27, 2014 Nancy Ann Mangold Lockport Union-Sun & Journal CAMBRIA - Nancy Ann Mangold of Cambria, passed away on May 24, 2014. She was born in Lockport on June 2, 1938 to the late Leslie and Mary (Donner) Payne. Her husband, Frederick George Mangold, predeceased Nancy in 1981. She was the school nurse at Starpoint Central School District from 1974 until her retirement in 2011. Nancy was a member of St. John the Baptist Church where she happily served on committees. Caring for people was a big part of her life, not only for the schoolchildren, but for others in the community as well. Nancy's biggest passion in life was her family. She especially loved spending time with her children. Beloved mother of, Mark (Suzanne) Mangold of Cambria, Cheryl Ann (Jerry) Struzik of Virginia, Deanne (Donald) Schwartz of Hornell, Marianne (Joe) Dedeo of Albany, Beth Anne Makin of Buffalo, Julianne (George) Pancio of Rochester; dear grandmother of eighteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Also survived by a brother, Richard (Candice) Payne; a sister-in-law, Linda Difonzo; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will be present to receive relatives and friends on Wednesday from 7-9 PM and on Thursday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM at the ROSS FUNERAL HOME GAUL CHAPEL, 263 East Avenue, Lockport. Mass of Christian Burial on Friday 10 AM at St. John the Baptist Church. Please assemble at church. Burial will follow at Glenwood Cemetery, Lockport. Please visit www.gaulfuneralhome.com to share memories and condolences with Nancy's family. | PAYNE, Nancy Ann (I160924)
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| 11605 | May 27, 2014 W. Frederick Rankie Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT - W. Frederick Rankie passed away on May 25, 2014 in Briody Health Care Facility. Born in Royalton on June 14, 1928, he was the son of Chester and Alice (Ramming) Rankie. Fred worked for the Town of Lockport for over 40 years where he was the Highway Superintendent retiring in 1993. He also ran a small precast concrete business for many years while working for the town. Fred was a member of the Niagara County Highway Association and enjoyed going to his cabin in the Southern Tier where he would hunt and do landscaping. Fred was predeceased by his first wife of 40 years, Marie (Hebeler) Rankie; and his daughter, Deborah Gaskill. Fred is survived by his wife of 23 years, Martha (Kroll) Rankie; father-in-law of Kenneth Gaskill; grandfather of K. Zachary (Elizabeth) Gaskill and Evan C. (Luciana) Gaskill; great-grandfather of Leah, Ellie, Lucy and Grace; step-father of Cheryl, Elizabeth, Richard, Michael, and Linda; step-grandfather of Sarah, Tommy, Joey, Marisa, Jimmy, David, Clay, and Justin; brother of Clyde (late Virginia) Rankie and Berniece (late Ed) Baldwin, both of Lockport; and brother-in-law of Bill Kroll of Florida. Relatives and friends may call on Thursday, May 29th from 3-7 PM in Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport, where funeral services will be held on Friday, May 30th at 10 AM. Interment will be in Cold Springs Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer's Association of WNY would be appreciated by the family. Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com. | RANKIE, W Frederick (I108234)
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| 11606 | May 27, 2014 Virginia "Ginny" Kopp Anonymous The Tonawanda News The Tonawanda News Tue May 27, 2014, 01:25 PM EDT NORTH TONAWANDA - Virginia "Ginny" (nee Gentzke) Kopp, age 91, of North Tonawanda, Monday, May 26, 2014 at Northgate Manor Health Care Facility. A lifelong resident of the Tonawandas, she was a retired employee of Niagara Mohawk Power Company. Ginny was a member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church, the Ladies Altar Guild and the church choir. For many years, Ginny packaged and boxed cookies for men and women serving in the US Military. She was the wife of the late Edward W. Kopp; daughter of the late Otto and Lillian (nee Jaenecke) Gentzke; and sister of the late Helen Schulz, Erma Hoffmeister, Verna Wambsganss, twins Rubin and Richard, Raymond, Wilbur, Marvin, Harley, Frank, Walter and Otto, Jr. Gentzke. She is survived by four step-children, Weston and Kendall Kopp, Yvonne Stark and Gayle Wais; and two sisters-in-law, Eleanor (the late Wilbur) Gentzke and Anita Wilson. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call on Thursday from 2:00-4:00 PM and 6:30-8:00 PM at John O. Roth Funeral Home, Inc., 25 William St. (between Morgan & Broad Sts.) in Tonawanda. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday at 10:30 AM in St. Paul Lutheran Church, 453 Old Falls Blvd. in North Tonawanda. The Rev. Steven Naylor will officiate. Burial will be in St. Matthew Lutheran Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial contributions may be made to Niagara Hospice, Inc., 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register | GENTZKE, Virginia (I86170)
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| 11607 | May 28, 2011 Marie Kriedemann The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Marie (nee Roneker) Kriedemann, age 83, of North Tonawanda, May 28, 2011 in Crestwood Health Care Facility. Marie was a former employee of DeGraff Memorial Hospital. She was the wife of the late Harold E. Kriedemann; beloved mother of Hal (Barbara) Kriedemann of North Tonawanda; grandmother of Kelly (Tom) Hoffman of Lancaster and Kari (Brandon) Campas of Cheektowaga; great-grandmother of Ella and Lia. She was predeceased by six brothers. No prior visitation. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Entombment will be in Acacia Park Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to Roswell Park Cancer Institute. Visit www.frettholdfuneralhome.com for guest register. | RONEKER, Marie (I81818)
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| 11608 | May 28, 2013 Alfred R. "L.T.D." Tiede, Jr. Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS — Alfred R. "L.T.D." Tiede, Jr., 59, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed from this life, unexpectedly, on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at his residence. Born on February 10, 1954 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of Antoinette (Cornacchia) Tiede of Niagara Falls, NY and the late Alfred R. Tiede, Sr. Mr. Tiede was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls, NY. Alfred attended local schools and graduated from the former Trott Vocational High School. He worked as an Automotive Mechanic for various local repair shops. Mr. Tiede was an animal lover. In addition to his mother, Mr. Tiede is survived by three siblings, Debra (Michael) Pasqualichio of Lockport, NY, Karl (Carol) Tiede of Lewiston, NY and James Tiede of Niagara Falls, NY; eight nieces and nephews, Joseph Pasqualichio, Tiffany McGovern, Eric Tiede, Brett Tiede, Dana Dunn, Thomas Tiede, Kimberly Tiede and Michele Tiede; and three great-nieces and great-nephews, Courtney Dunn, Charles Dunn and Bianca Tiede. Alfred is also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins. In addition to his father, he was predeceased by one nephew, Karl Tiede. The family will be present to receive friends on Wednesday, May 29th from 4-8 PM in the Chapel of OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (716-297-9007). A private graveside committal service will be held on Thursday in Riverdale Cemetery in Lewiston, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to a charity of one's choice. To leave a personal message for the family, please visit www.ottoredanz.com and www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries. | TIEDE, Alfred R Jr (I142778)
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| 11609 | May 28, 2013 Ina R. Dirmyer The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Ina R. (nee Gombert) Dirmyer, 81, formerly of North Tonawanda, NY and Scottsdale, AZ, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Briody Health Care, Lockport. She was the dear wife of the late Wallace L. Dirmyer. Born in 1932 in North Tonawanda, she was the daughter of the late Andrew W. and Gertrude K. Gombert. She was preceded in death by brother, Donald A. Gombert; and sister, Joan C. Volk. She will be deeply missed by sister-in-law, Betty Gombert; her nephew, several nieces and many grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. in North Tonawanda on Friday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Saturday at 10 AM. Interment will take place at Saint Matthew Lutheran Cemetery, North Tonawanda. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Guest register available at frettholdfuneralhome.com. | GOMBERT, Ina R (I86580)
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| 11610 | May 28, 2013 James A. McKinney III Niagara Gazette NORTH TONAWANDA — James A. McKinney III, age 56 of North Tonawanda, unexpectedly, May 24, 2013, in Buffalo General Hospital. James was a U. S. Army veteran. He was an avid fisherman and bass guitar player. He proudly wore a 20-year sobriety ring. Devoted father of James J., Justin A. and Brittany L. McKinney. Grandfather of Kyle James Joseph, Dylan Michael, Ethan, and Erica. Son of Eleanor I. Cole and the late James A. McKinney II. Brother of Michelle (Jim) Hale-Shay and Albert J. (Sherry) Cole. Uncle and great-uncle of many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. in North Tonawanda on Sunday from 5-8 PM. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Sunday beginning at 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Salvation Army. Guest register available at frettholdfuneralhome.com. | MCKINNEY, James A (I104032)
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| 11611 | May 28, 2013 Lillian Heckman The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Lillian (nee Kohler) Heckman, age 78, of North Tonawanda, died on Sunday, May 26, 2013, after a brief illness. Born in North Tonawanda, NY to the late Clarence and Gwendolyne (Hunter) Kohler, she had been a resident of North Tonawanda for over 50 years. Lillian was a member of Tonawanda Free Methodist Church in the City of Tonawanda. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Jacob S. Heckman; a son, Michael J. (Barbara) Heckman of the Town of Wheatfield; two grandchildren, Taylor and Sara Heckman; two sisters, Gwendolyne "Betsy" (late Richard) Becht of Springville, NY, and Gloria (Bill) Doel of the City of Tonawanda, and is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Family will be present on Thursday, May 30th from 4-8 PM at JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 25 William St. (Between Morgan & Broad Sts.) City of Tonawanda, where a Funeral Service will be held at 8 PM following the visitation. Rev. Donald L. Mohr will officiate. Private burial will be in Elmlawn Cemetery, Tonawanda. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to the Lupus Foundation of America, Inc., PO Box 418629 Boston, MA 02241-8629. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | KOHLER, Lillian (I134512)
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| 11612 | May 28, 2013 Ruth Lorraine Beiter Lockport Union-Sun & Journal GASPORT — Ruth Lorraine Beiter, age 69, of Gasport, entered into rest on Monday, May 27, 2013 at Eastern Niagara Hospital in Lockport. Born on July 12, 1943 in Lockport, Ruth is the daughter of the late Paul and Dorothy (Vohowsier) Weaver. Ruth married Carl Beiter on July 11, 1968. They had been married for 46 years. She had worked at Gasport Welding as a secretary before retiring. Ruth loved spending time with her grandkids. She also enjoyed Bingo, playing cards and traveling with Carl to Florida and the Bahamas. She was a member of the Lockport Eagles Club Ladies Auxiliary. Ruth had lived in Gasport for the past 37 years, previously of Lockport. Surviving is her husband, Carl Beiter. She is also survived by her children, Pamela (Steve) Tagg of Lockport, Gary Bennett of Lockport, Tonna (Howard) Tagg of Lockport and Douglas Weaver of Albion. Sister of Mary (Jerry) Stadelman of Lockport, John (Cindy) Weaver of Gasport and Frank Weaver of Lockport. Grandmother to Josh, John, Melissa, Tonya, Amber, Chris and Amanda. She is also survived by nine great-grandchildren, seven step-children, many step-grandchildren and a large extended family. Family and friends are invited to attend visitation at the Sherrie-Bream Funeral Home, 4521 Main Street, Gasport, on Thursday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, May 31, 2013 from the funeral home at 10:00 AM with the Reverend Rodney Klinzing officiating. Please sign guest register at www.sherriebreamfuneralhome.com. | WEAVER, Ruth Lorraine (I135770)
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| 11613 | May 28, 2013 Vaughn Gursslin Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT — Vaughn Gursslin passed away on May 27, 2013 in Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. Born in Lockport on April 10, 1943, he was the son of Herbert O. and Hazel (Pechuman) Gursslin. Vaughn worked in building maintenance for many different businesses in Western NY. Vaughn also was a truck driver for White Star and North American Van Lines. He was a photographer for WKBW on the Commander Tom Show. He was a member of the American Legion in Gasport and enjoyed attending car shows and the Scottish Celtic Fest in Olcott and Amherst. Vaughn is survived by his son, Bryan (Shari) Gursslin of Lockport; and dear friends, Betty Varney and Paul McOmber. Relatives and friends may call on Thursday, May 30th from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM in Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport, where funeral services will be held on Friday, May 31st at 10 AM. Interment will be in Huskey Cemetery. Donations to Niagara Hospice would be appreciated. Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com. | GURSSLIN, Vaughn (I142792)
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| 11614 | May 29, 2012 V. Richard Boye Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT — V. Richard Boye, 46, passed away on May 19, 2012. Born on May 25, 1965 in Lockport, he was the son of Patricia (Rooney) Boye of Lockport and the late Victor W. Boye, who passed away in 1978. He was a graduate of Lockport High School and also SUNY Fredonia. Richard worked for Michael's in Amherst. Besides his mother, he is also survived by several sisters; nephew of Doralyn B. Marshall of Lockport; and also several cousins. There will be no prior visitation. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com. | BOYE, V Richard (I121861)
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| 11615 | May 2nd, near Wakarusa, Elkhart County, Ind., of lung fever, CHRISTIAN WITMER, aged 76 years, 10 months and 1 day. He was buried on May 3rd, at Shaum,s burying-ground. Henry Shaum preached a funeral discourse in German, and J. F. Funk in English. He was a member of the Mennonite church; he was born in Lancaster County, Pa., and removed to Ohio in 1834, where he lived 31 years, when he removed to Elkhart County, Ind., where he ended his days. | WITMER, Christian (I19804)
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| 11616 | May 3, 2011 Paul H. Nantke Niagara Gazette TOWN OF WHEATFIELD — Paul H. Nantke, age 85, of the Town of Wheatfield, May 3, 2011, in Our Lady of Peace Nursing Home, Lewiston, after a brief illness. Paul was a U.S. Army veteran. Early in his life he had worked as a professional photographer, he also worked for National Grinding Wheel and worked as a machinist for many years for Wales Strippit in Akron until his retirement. He was a member of the Niagara County Radio Controlled Model flying club and a member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church. Paul was an experienced traveler and enjoyed his trips to the Holy Land. He was the husband of the late Margaret E. (nee Hall) Nantke; beloved father of Lisa (Chris) Mrzygut of Lewiston; grandfather of Amanda Beth and Ariel Marie Mrzygut; he was the brother of the late Glenn and Albert Nantke; uncle of several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. in North Tonawanda on Thursday from 2-4 and 5:30-7:30 PM. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday evening at 7:30 PM. The Rev. Gregory Schultz will officiate. Interment will be in St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery. If so desired, memorials may be made to St. Matthew Lutheran Church. Visit www.frettholdfuneralhome.com for guest register. | NANTKE, Paul H (I67813)
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| 11617 | May 3, 2012 Katherine I. Silsby Lockport Union-Sun & Journal KENMORE — Katherine I. Silsby, of Kenmore, New York, passed away on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at her home. Mrs. Silsby was born in Middleport, NY, on September 16, 1921 daughter of the late Thomas and Carrie (Zent) White. She and her husband, Robert W. Silsby, were married on June 26, 1943 and she has lived in Kenmore since 1952. Mrs. Silsby was employed by the Kenmore School System as a teacher's aide retiring in 1990 after 23 years of service. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Church in Kenmore, and was a member of the Neuman Guild of the church and she was also a member of the Erie County Red Cross. She enjoyed her family, traveling and she enjoyed knitting hats for charity and she distributed them around the world. On Mrs. Silsby's 75th birthday she and her husband, Robert, traveled to Moscow; on her 76th birthday they traveled to Bejing, China and on their 55th Wedding Anniversary they went on a walking tour of Tuscany, traveling 10 miles a day. She was predeceased by her siblings, Betty Holahan, Margaret Bixler, Frank White and Grace Schiffert. She is survived by her husband, Robert W. Silsby; four children, John (Robin) Silsby of Connecticut, Mary (Sam) Vitello of Lockport, Susan Hedges of Middleport and Kenmore and Charles (Geneva) Silsby of Lockport; 13 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. There will be no prior visitation. Friends and relatives are invited to attend her funeral service on Monday at 11:00 AM at Holy Trinity Parish/St. Stephen's Church, 21 Vernon Street, Middleport, NY, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Daniel J. Fawls. Burial will be in Hartland Central Cemetery. Memorials to the American Red Cross would be appreciated by the family. Visit www.bateswallace.com to sign guest register. | WHITE, Katherine I (I103418)
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| 11618 | May 3, 2013 Ruth H. Haseley Lockport Union-Sun & Journal NEWFANE — Ruth H. Haseley, of Lockport, NY, formerly of Cambria, NY, wife of the late Mervin G. Haseley, entered into rest Tuesday, April 30, 2013 in Eastern Niagara Hospital, Newfane, NY. She was born in the Town of Hartland June 9, 1921, the daughter of the late Henry and Florence Capell Hetherly. Her husband, Mervin, died in September 1975. Ruth worked as a Nursing Assistant at Lockport Memorial Hospital for 20 years, retiring in February 1984. Mother of Eric Brick of California and Jerry Brick of Daytona Beach, FL. Sister of William Henry Hetherly of Lockport. Also survived by four grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. No prior visitation. Private graveside services will be held in Acacia Park Cemetery. Please visit www.rutland-corwin.com to send a condolence to the family. | HETHERLY, Ruth May (I170970)
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| 11619 | May 3, 2013 Shirley A. Prohaska Niagara Gazette WHEATFIELD — Shirley A. Prohaska, of the Town of Cambria, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2013, in Northgate Health Care Facility, Wheatfield, NY. She was born in Tonawanda, NY, on December 2, 1928, the daughter of the late John and Etta (Harkins) Westra. Mrs. Prohaska graduated from Tonawanda High School in 1946. She was a ticket agent for American Airlines for about 10 years in th 1940s and 1950s, and later became the accounts receivable clerk at Muck Motors in Getzville for about 15 years, beginning in 1978. Mrs. Prohaska helped her husband on the family farm. She was an active member of Immaculate Conception Church and its Altar Rosary Society. Mrs. Prohaska was a member of Cambria Home Bureau and enjoyed bowling, knitting, crocheting and reading. Mrs. Prohaska was the wife of the late Frank L. Prohaska, who died in November of 2010. She is survived by two sons, Thomas J. (Paula) Prohaska of Lockport and Gary W. (Dawn) Prohaska of Cambria; a daughter, Beth (Howard F. II) Wilson of Buffalo; three grandchildren, Matthew, Kristen and Miles; one sister, Joanne Onofrio; and a sister-in-law, Betty Westra. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Prohaska was the sister of the late Richard, John, William and Helen Westra, Bertha Stahl, Evelyn Westra, Mary Etta Rose and Dorothy Crittenden. The family will be present at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 5893 Hoover Road, SANBORN, NY on Monday, from 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday at 10:00 AM at St. Pius X Church, 1700 North French Road, Getzville, with Rev. James C. O'Connor officiating. The family would like to thank the staff at Unit B of Northgate for taking good care of Shirley. Memorials may be made in her name to the Alzheimer's Association of WNY, 2805 Wehrle Dr., Ste. 6, Williamsville, NY 14221. Interment in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Tonawanda, NY. Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register. | WESTRA, Shirley A (I84265)
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| 11620 | May 3, 2014 Nettie Ann Heiman Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT - Nettie Ann Heiman passed away on May 1, 2014 in Eastern Niagara Hospital, Lockport. Born in Lockport on January 2, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Henry and Marjorie (nee Phillips) Heiman DDS. Nettie graduated from Sister's Hospital Nursing School with her RN, and worked for 25 years at Mount View Health Care Facility, retiring in 1985. She enjoyed watching the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres and the New York Yankees, but she especially enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and her special friends. Nettie was the mother of Maureen (Robert) Kaszuba of Newfane, Michael (Karen) Stevenson of Naples, FL, Patrick Stevenson of Naples, FL, Kevin (Pamela) Stevenson of Lockport and her favorite, Tim (Karen) Stevenson of Centerville, MN; grandmother of Jill (Thomas) Voss, Nicholas Kaszuba, Andrew Kaszuba, Jennifer Stevenson, Thomas Stevenson, Kevin Patrick Stevenson, Frances Marie Stevenson and Everett Fitzgerald Stevenson. She is also survived by her dear friend, Michelle Baes-Landsheft; and will be sadly missed by her cat, Edward. Friends may call on Wednesday, May 7, 2014 from 4-8PM in Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee Street, Lockport. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, April 8, 2014 at 10 AM in St. John the Baptist RC Church, 168 Chestnut Street, Lockport. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Roswell Park Alliance, P.O. Box 631, Buffalo, NY 14240, would be appreciated by the family. Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com for online condolences. | HEIMAN, Nettie Ann (I159967)
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| 11621 | May 30, 2011 Katherine A. "Katie" Lewis Niagara Gazette TOWN OF CAMBRIA — Katherine A. "Katie" Lewis, age 69, of the Town of Cambria, died on Sunday, May 29, 2011 at her residence, under the loving care of her family and Niagara Hospice. Katie was born on February 21, 1942 in Niagara Falls, NY, the daughter of the late David W. and Marion A. (Strablow) Phillips and was a lifelong resident of the Town of Cambria. She was a 1958 graduate of Wilson High School and a graduate of Bryant & Stratton. For many years she worked on her family's farm and took their produce to the Niagara Falls City Market. Katie married James Lewis on June 8, 1963. Katie was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church at North Ridge. She was an avid gardener, who spent countless hours on her lawn and in her flower gardens, as well as an avid bowler. Katie loved spending time with her family and enjoyed taking rides around western New York to take in the beautiful scenery. In addition to her husband, James, she is survived by her children, Steve (Cathy) Lewis of the Town of Cambria and Tammy (Mark) Reeson of the Town of Hartland; her grandchildren, Steven and Sarah Lewis, and Mark Reeson; a brother, David (late Joan) Phillips of Ransomville; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a grandson, James Reeson. Friends may call at HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, 3648 Ransomville Road, Ransomville on Wednesday from 7-9 PM and Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral Services will be held Friday, June 3rd at 11:00 AM in St. Peter's Lutheran Church at North Ridge, 4169 Church Rd., Town of Cambria. Burial will follow in North Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Peter's Lutheran Church at North Ridge, 4169 Church Rd., Lockport, NY 14094 or to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094. Please visit www.hardisonfuneralhomes.com for online registry. | PHILLIPS, Katherine A (I99918)
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| 11622 | May 30, 2011 Marcel A. Glemb Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS — Marcel A. Glemb, 93, passed away on Saturday, May 28, 2011 at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on October 30, 1917, he was the son of the late Andrew and Mary (Zasucha) Glemb and attended local schools. Andrew worked as a machinist for Acheson Graphite from where he retired after 32 years. He previously lived on Carol Court in Niagara Falls. He is survived by his daughter, Florence (Stanley) Kulak of Lockport, NY; his grandchildren, Todd Ciesla, David (Mary) Kulak, Linda (Edward) Tase, Kenneth (Mary) Kulak, Christine (Christopher) Kankiewicz, Ronald Ciesla, Deborah (Brett) Maves; twelve great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandsons; and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Josephine (Wegrzyn) Glemb; and his daughter, Marjorie Ciesla. There is no prior visitation. Funeral services and burial will take place at the convenience of the family. Donations in his memory may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094. Arrangements were entrusted to ZAJAC FUNERAL HOME, INC. Visit www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries for online guest register. | GLEMB, Marcel A (I102628)
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| 11623 | May 30, 2013 Kathleen M. Fox The Tonawanda News STROUD TOWNSHIP, PA — Kathleen M. Fox, 70, of Stroud Township, PA, died on Wednesday morning, May 29th while under Hospice care in her home. She was the widow of Richard G. Fox with whom she shared 46 years of marriage at the time of his death on September 20, 2008. Born on May 1, 1943 in North Tonawanda, NY, she was a daughter of the late William and Ruth (Volkstadt) Abram and lived in North Tonawanda until 1976, when she and her husband moved to Stroudsburg. She worked at the Stroudsburg High School for 21 years retiring as guidance secretary. Kathleen loved to spend time with her grandchildren, travel, spend time at the beach and walk with friends. Surviving are three children, Laurie Fox and her husband, James Sullivan of Stroudsburg, PA, Amy (Fox) Rawson and her husband, Frank of Saylorsburg, PA and Jason Fox and his wife, Judith of Warminster, PA; three grandchildren, Allison Rawson of Saylorsburg, PA and Nina and Tessa Fox, both of Warminster, PA; and a sister, Sandra Sikora and her husband, Ronald of North Tonawanda, NY. There will be a viewing from 6:00-8:00 PM on Friday, May 31st at the William H. Clark Funeral Home, 1003 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA. The funeral service will begin at 9:00 AM on Saturday, June 1st at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Laurelwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances be made to the Dale and Frances Hughes Cancer Center, 206 East Brown Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 or to VNA Hospice of Monroe County, 502 VNA Road, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301. Visit www.wmhclarkfuneralhome.com. Marriage Note: North Tonawanda NY Evening News - 1/31/1962 SEPTEMBER BRIDAL PLANNED: Mrs. William J. Abram of 779 Nash Road, North Tonawanda, announces the engagement of her daughter, Kathleen May, to Richard Gerald Fox, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles G. Fox, 260 Wheatfield St., North Tonawanda. Miss Abram is the daughter of the late Mr. Abram. The future bride and her fiance are graduates of North Tonawanda High SchooF. Mr. Fox served with the U. S. Air Force. A September is planned. | ABRAM, Kathleen May (I111836)
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| 11624 | May 31, 2011 Ardith R. Lane The Tonawanda News SPENCERPORT — Ardith R. (Reitsch) Lane, December 16, 2010. Predeceased by husband, Gerald B. Lane; sister, Vivian (Edward) Eagan; brother, Chester (Catherine) Reitsch; special niece, Sharyel Fickhesen. Survived by daughter, Nancy (Craig) MacBay; grandchildren, Jeffrey (Nicole), Kevin (Jennifer); great-grandson, Owen MacBay; and brother, Melvin (Donna) Reitsch. A memorial service will be held Friday, June 3, 11:00 AM at Little Chapel of the Elms, Elmlawn Cemetery, 3939 Delaware Avenue, Kenmore, NY. Donations in Ardith's memory may be made to Aurora House, 2495 S. Union Street, Spencerport, NY 14559. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | RIETSCH, Ardith R (I73674)
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| 11625 | May 31, 2011 Eleanor R. Senechal The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Eleanor R. (nee Leverentz) Senechal, age 88, of North Tonawanda, May 30, 2011 in DeGraff Memorial Hospital. Eleanor was a member of St. Mark Lutheran Church. She served the Lord faithfully as an LWML officer, preschool teacher, classroom aide and volunteer. She loved sewing, cooking and entertaining guests. She was the wife of the late Howard Senechal, who died in 1994. Beloved mother of Harold Senechal of Utica, NY, Dale (Linda) Senechal of Boston, MA, and Mark (Susan) Senechal of Houston, TX; grandmother of Matt and Brianna Senechal. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. in North Tonawanda on Wednesday from 7-8:30 PM. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 10 AM. The Rev. Patrick McKenzie will officiate. Interment in St. Mark Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mark Lutheran Church, the Lymphoma Research Foundation (lymphoma.org) or the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (lls.org). Visit www.frettholdfuneralhome.com for guest register. | LEVERENTZ, Eleanore R (I72443)
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| 11626 | May 31, 2012 Ricky E. Allen Niagara Gazette NORTH TONAWANDA — Ricky E. Allen, 58, of North Tonawanda, went home to heaven to be with our Lord on May 29, 2012, after a lengthy illness. He was born on June 19, 1953 to Warren and Shirley (Krueger) Allen. Rick loved scouting and was the second person in Boy Scout Troop 833 to earn his Eagle Award. He went on to serve as Scoutmaster of Troop 833, Activities Director of Troop 821, Explorer Post Advisor, among other scouting leadership positions. He was an outdoors man that loved camping, fishing, hunting, campfires, and canoeing through Algonquin Park. But none could compare to his love of Allegheny State Park, where he spent many a day enjoying God's great gift of nature. Rick joined Adams Fire Company in 1971 and has been a lifelong member, serving as Assistant Fire Chief. He enjoyed serving the community as a fireman, making chowder, fireman parades, water ball, and serving on the committee for restoration of the 1944 Buffalo fire apparatus. He was also a member of Union Hook and Ladder in Tonawanda, where he served as Captain and was a member of the Tonawanda Fireman's Benevolent. Rick went on to be the Founding Father of the Wheatfield Volunteer Firefighter's Benevolent Association in 1996 and became its first President. Rick was employed at several local machine shops as a machinist for many years. He was a lifelong member of St. Mark Lutheran Church in North Tonawanda, where he served as an usher. As an avid sports fan, he loved to watch the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, and NASCAR races. He had a personal interest in Native American Indian lore and loved to tell stories around the campfire. Rick is survived by his mother, Shirley Allen; two sisters, Kathy (Laird) Burkett and Cheryl (Robert) McCall; one brother, Gilbert Allen; and seven nieces and nephews, Jennifer and Daniel Allen, Laird, Larry, and Laura Burkett, Matthew and Todd McCall. His father, Warren Allen, predeceased him. Friends and family may call at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 1135 Oliver St., North Tonawanda on Sunday, June 3rd from 2:00-4:00 PM, followed with a memorial service following at 4:00 PM, with the Rev. Patrick McKenzie officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mark Lutheran Church. Arrangements are by the DUBOIS FUNERAL HOME. Visit www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries for online guest register. | ALLEN, Ricky E (I114259)
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| 11627 | May 31, 2014 Mary Jane (Bird) Learn Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS - Mary Jane (Bird) Learn, age 82, born in Niagara Falls, NY, entered into heaven on May 30, 2014. Daughter of the late David George and Alice (Murphy) Bird. Born and raised in Niagara Falls, she attended St. Mary's of the Cataract School and graduated in 1951. She spent three years working at the Novena Office of Niagara University and then went on to working in various doctor's offices for 34 years, as a Medical Transcriptionist, retiring in 1993. On the 24 of April 1954, she married Charles E. Learn. Mary was very generous in donating to charities and one of her most beguiled was the annual Fireman's Toy Fund. She also supported a child from Ecuador, South America for over 25 years, and continuously donated to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Mary was well-known for her baking and cooking and everyone loved her chocolate cakes and apple pies. She loved to sew and made many of her children's clothes when they were young. She could not wait to vacation in Myrtle Beach or around St. Petersburg, FL and Frankenmuth, MI, and through Amish country in Pennsylvania and Ohio. She just liked to travel. She is survived by her husband, Charles; a brother, Richard Bird (Rose Marie) of Niagara Falls; sister, Joan Kralick, also of Niagara Falls; daughter, Deborah Batley and grandson, Dylan of Niagara Falls, and many nieces, nephews and her very close friend, Deborah Bailor, and her loving Border Collie, Haley. She was predeceased by a daughter, Cynthia and a son, David and brothers, Donald and Edward (Marion) Bird. Visitation will be at LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Ave., on Monday, June 2, 2014, from 4 to 8 PM and Tuesday after 11 AM, where prayers will be said at 11:30 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial will be said in her honor at St. Vincent de Paul Parish (Prince of Peace site) at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, June 3. Interment will be in the mausoleum at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, Memphis, TN, or the Niagara Falls Fireman's Toy Fund. Visit www.lanefuneralhome.com. | BIRD, Mary Jane (I140625)
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| 11628 | May 4, 2014 Marie C. Jaynes Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT - Marie C. Jaynes passed away May 4, 2014 in the Odd Fellow Rebekah Health Care Facility, under the care of Niagara Hospice. Marie was born August 30, 1921 in Lockport, NY, the daughter of the late William and Sophie (Krull) Conley. Marie worked for several years at the Retailer. She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, the Ladies Aid of the church, lifetime member of the P.T.A., enjoyed playing cards and especially enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Marie was predeceased by her husband, Walter C. Jaynes, June 13, 2001, and son, Walter C. Jaynes III, July 16, 2003. She is survived by her daughter, Diane (Richard) Lemley of Lockport and grandsons, Andrew (Meghan) Beakman of Syracuse and Matthew (Katherine) Beakman of Buffalo, and great-grandson, Jackson Beakman. Relatives and friends may call Tuesday, May 6, 2014, from 4 to 7 PM in Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee Street, Lockport, where funeral services will be held Wednesday morning, May 7, 2014, at 10:00 AM. Interment will be in Wrights Corners Cemetery. Memorials to the charity of one's choice would be appreciated by the family. Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com for online condolences. | CONLEY, Marie (I160024)
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| 11629 | May 5, 1972 - November 7, 2016 Kimberly A. Mangold of North Tonawanda, age 44, passed away November 7, 2016, following a three and a half year battle with cancer. Beloved daughter of Sharon and the late Roger Mangold; life partner of Kevin Hardy; loving sister of Deborah (Michael) Phelps, Kevin (Cheryl) Mangold and Laurie (Chris) Fritz; niece of Robert (Sylvia) Mangold; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Kimberly was a Buffalo Bills and Sabre's fan. Visitation will be on Friday from 3 to 7 PM at the WATTENGEL FUNERAL HOME, 533 Meadow Drive in North Tonawanda where Services will be held at 7:00 PM. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. | MANGOLD, Kimberly (I185486)
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| 11630 | May 5, 2011 Alice M. Wolf Niagara Gazette SANBORN — Alice M. Wolf, age 87, of Sanborn, was called to her heavenly home on May 5, 2011 at Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence. Born in the Town of Niagara, NY, on October 15, 1923 to the late Hubert and Elsie (Walck) Haseley. She was united in marriage to Edwin W. Wolf on September 27, 1947. He entered into rest on March 23, 1986. Alice was employed at the former Bell Aircraft and Wurlitzer Company during war time, and later at the Fairchild Nursing Home in Lewiston, as a kitchen aid for 17 years. She was a life long member of St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church in Walmore, and active with the Ladies Aid, and was a member of the Sanbornite Seniors. Alice enjoyed traveling and working in the yard. She enjoyed her three dogs, especially Mollie. Survivors include her daughter, Susan F. Wolf of Sanborn; four grandchildren, Michelle (Dan) Stines, Melinda (Ron) LePine, Jessica Wolf and Jason Wolf; five great-grandchildren, Daniel Stines, Alexander Stines, Alexis Aughlman, Nicholas LePine and Marrissa Stoddard; daughter-in-law, Laurie Wolf of Niagara Falls; and several nieces and nephews. She was also predeceased by her son, Bruce Wolf; and two brothers, Kermit and Franklin Haseley. Friends may call at the DUBOIS FUNERAL HOME, 2436 Niagara Road, (Bergholz) in Wheatfield on Saturday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Bruce Gamache', on Monday at 11:00 AM in St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church, Walmore Road in Wheatfield. Interment will be in St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery. Note no visitation on Sunday, due to Mother's Day. Memorial contributions may be made to the church, or charity of one's choice. Visit www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries for online guest register. | HASELEY, Alice Margaret (I48540)
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| 11631 | May 5, 2013 Gertrude M. Dettmer Lockport Union-Sun & Journal NEWFANE — Gertrude M. Dettmer (Baldwin), age 91, entered into rest at Eastern Niagara Hospital in Newfane, Sunday, May 5, 2013. Born June 6, 1921 in Lockport, Gert was the daughter of the late Raymond and Christine (Suttell) Baldwin. Gert married Wilbert "Bill" Dettmer August 31, 1940 in Somerset. Bill died November 10, 1986. She had worked at Newfane Central Schools as a custodian for 10 years, retiring in 1983. Besides her husband, Bill, Gert was predeceased by siblings, Eleanor Zastrow, Ruth Zastrow, Ninerva Porter and Raymond Baldwin. She is survived by several nieces, nephews and many dear friends. There will be no prior visitation. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Hartland Central Cemetery, Gasport, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to a charity of one's choice. Please sign guest register at www.sherriebreamfuneralhome.com. | BALDWIN, Gertrude Marie (I121893)
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| 11632 | May 5, 2014 Mary Ann Mang Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS - On Monday, May 5, 2014, the world lost a ray of sunshine. My honey, Mary Ann, passed on with me, her beloved husband, at her side. Mary Ann was an avid gardener who truly had a green thumb. She created beautiful flower gardens throughout her lifetime. She was known for her delicious baked goods and her keen sense of wit and always made others smile. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Doris (Scarupa) Brydges. Mary Ann is survived by her loving husband, Brian Mang; her children, Rhonda, David, Justin and Josh; her siblings, George (Linda) Brydges, Jerry (Robin) Brydges, Lauri (John) Hall and Harry (Marlene) Brydges, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She will be truly missed for the rays of sunshine she brought into our lives. There will be no prior visitation. Arrangements by M.J. COLUCCI & SON FUNERAL CHAPEL, 468-19th Street, Niagara Falls, NY. Visit www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online guest register. | BRYDGES, Mary Ann (I40573)
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| 11633 | May 5, 2014 Scott Dennis Krehan Anonymous The Tonawanda News The Tonawanda News Mon May 05, 2014, 04:24 PM EDT NORTH TONAWANDA - Scott Dennis Krehan, age 60, of North Tonawanda on Monday, May 5, 2014, unexpectedly. Scott worked as a landscaper in the Twin City area. He graduated from the University of Buffalo with a B.A. in History. He was an avid Nature Photographer. He enjoyed televised golf and the New York Yankees. Son of the late Herman and Isabelle Krehan. Brother of the late Ida Thompson and Robert Krehan. Beloved brother of Tina (Al) Wagner of Canandaigua. Also survived by a niece, many nephews and many dear friends. No prior visitation. Arrangements by the Brunner Funeral Home. Visit www.brunnerfuneralhome.com. | KREHAN, Scott Dennis (I66411)
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| 11634 | May 6, 2012 JoAnne F. Sander Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS — JoAnne F. Sander, age 66, formerly of the Town of Cambria, on Friday, May 4, 2012 in the Niagara Rehabilitation and Health Center in Niagara Falls, NY. JoAnne was born on August 13, 1945 in Niagara Falls, NY, the daughter of the late Sidney and Doris (Burleigh) Warrant. On September 28, 1963, she married Gary F. Sander in Grace Lutheran Church in Niagara Falls. Gary predeceased her in 1988. She is survived by her daughters, Jodi Grierson (Tim Huether), Kelly (Patrick) Guthrie, Dawn (Rodney) Siegmann and Heidi (Dan) Shively; two brothers, Donnelly (Marjorie) Warrant and John "Jack" (Lucille) Warrant; five granddaughters, three grandsons, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by two brothers. Funeral services will be held graveside on Wednesday, May 9th at 11:00 AM in Acacia Park Cemetery, 4215 N. Tonawanda Creek Rd., Town of Pendleton, with the Rev. Thomas Mason officiating. There will be no prior visitation. Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to the Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation, 8330 Ward Parkway, Suite 510, Kansas, MO 64114-2000 or to the American Cancer Society, 101 John James Audubon Pkwy., Amherst, NY 14228. Arrangements have been entrusted to HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, N. Fourth & Ridge Sts., Lewiston. Please visit www.hardisonfuneralhomes.com for online registry. | WARRANT, JoAnne F (I120669)
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| 11635 | May 6, 2012 Nadine Carr Niagara Gazette YOUNGSTOWN — Nadine (Smith) Carr, 80, of Youngstown, NY, passed away on Friday, May 4, 2012 in Mt. St. Mary's Hospital Lewiston, NY. Born on September 25, 1931 in Fonde, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late William and Helen Dean (Pack) Smith. Nadine moved to Niagara Falls, NY, in 1950. On April 8, 1950, she married her late husband, James T. Carr, who predeceased her in July of 2005. In 1956, she and her husband moved to Youngstown, NY. Together with her husband, children and grandchildren, they worked on their farm. The Carr's operated a fruit stand on Upper Mountain and Military Rds. for over fifty years. Nadine also worked at Neisner's Department Store in Lewiston, NY. She enjoyed being with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, family gatherings especially at Christmas, her pet cockatiels and her cats. She is survived by her children, Garry L. (Diane) Carr and Kevin D. Carr, both of Youngstown, NY, James J. (Marijo) Carr, Billy W. (Linda) Carr, both of Niagara Falls, NY and Sharon Y. (Robert) Ward of Lewiston, NY; her grandchildren, Gretchen (Ronald) Kadlecik, Brian (Karola) Carr, Darryl (Brandy) Carr, Daniel Carr, Yvonne (Donald) Stephenson, Michael (Jenna) Ward, Bruce (Danielle) Carr, James (Amy) Carr, Jr., Melanie (David) Byrd, Shawn (Jen) Carr, Steven Carr, Melissa Carr, Bridget (Jose) Mendez; and twelve great-grandchildren; her brothers, Everett (Joyce) Smith of Springboro, OH, Kenneth (Patricia) of Youngstown, NY and John (Sondra) Smith of Niagara Falls, NY; also many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her sister and brother-in law, Sylvia (Arnold) Cobb. Friends may call on Tuesday, May 8th from 3-7 PM at ZAJAC FUNERAL HOME, INC., 319-24th St., cor. Welch Ave., Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will take place on Wednesday at 10:00 AM with Rev. Robert Bellingham officiating. Burial following in Niagara Falls Memorial Park Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the SPCA, 2100 Lockport Rd., Niagara Falls, NY 14304. Visit zajacfuneralhomeinc.com for online condolences. | SMITH, Nadine (I120653)
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| 11636 | May 6, 2013 Carol A. Gebhardt The Tonawanda News BUFFALO — Carol (nee Berner) Gebhardt, age 83, of North Tonawanda, died Sunday, May 5, 2013, at Buffalo General Hospital, after a brief illness. Born and raised in North Tonawanda, she was the daughter of the late Rev. Theophilus and Bertha (nee Fetterhoff) Berner. Carol was a lifelong member of St. Martin Lutheran Church in North Tonawanda and was very active at the church. She was the wife of the late Harold W. Gebhardt, Jr., who died in 1982. She is survived by her four children, Craig (Linda) Gebhardt, Lynn (Terry) Walters, Paula (Peter) Heaton and Joel (Margaret) Gebhardt; two sisters, Florence Huber and Ellen Harris; and ten grandchildren, Scott, Britt (Tara), Glen (Karrie), Ryan (Rachel), Travis, Mallory (Brad), Spencer, Kara (Tom), Dean and Cal. Also surviving are three great-grandchildren, Liam, Penelope and Gavin; and many nieces and nephews. There is no visitation. Private graveside services were held today (Wednesday) at White Chapel Memorial Park, Town of Amherst. If desired, memorials to the St. Martin Lutheran Church Memorial Fund are preferred by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the care of the HAMP FUNERAL HOME, Inc., Tonawanda. Complete obituary and condolences at www.hampfuneral.com. | BERNER, Carol (I59702)
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| 11637 | May 6, 2013 Violet M. Wells The Tonawanda News CITY OF TONAWANDA — Violet M. (nee Jendrian) Wells, age 90, of the City of Tonawanda, died on Monday, May 6, 2013, after a brief illness. Born in Buffalo, NY, she had been a resident of Tonawanda for more than 60 years, and was the wife of Robert W. Wells, who died in 2002; and mother of Cheryl McCarthy, who died in 2003. Violet was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in the City of Tonawanda, Order of the Eastern Star Auxiliary, and the Tonawanda Senior Citizens. She is survived by two children, Marlene (the late Kenneth) Lynch of Dunkirk, NY, and Brian (Bethann) Wells of West Falls, NY; two grandchildren, Steven (Kim) Lynch and Diane McKune; and three great-grandchildren, Christopher and Ashley Lynch, and Alexa McKune. Family will receive friends on Wednesday from 4-7 PM at JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 25 William St. (between Morgan & Broad Sts.), City of Tonawanda. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 9, at 11 AM at Immanuel Lutheran Church, corner of William & Scott Sts., City of Tonawanda. Friends invited. Rev. Andrew Abraham and Rev. Robert L. Rickus will officiate. Burial will be in Elmlawn Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice Foundation of WNY, P.O. Box 590, Buffalo, NY 14240; or to Immanuel Lutheran Church, 107 Scott St., Tonawanda, NY 14150. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | JENDRIAN, Violet M (I78516)
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| 11638 | May 6, 2014 Gary L. Culverwell Lockport Union-Sun & Journal RANSOMVILLE - Gary J. Culverwell of Ransomville, NY, formerly of Newfane, NY, entered into rest Monday, May 5, 2014, at home. He was born in Riverside, CA, July 19, 1957, the son of Sheran Albright Culverwell of Newfane, NY and the late James C. Culverwell, Sr. He was US Army veteran. Gary worked for Hobb's Farm in Burt, NY for many years. Gary enjoyed helping his family and friends anytime, avid Buffalo Bills fan, enjoyed hunting, 4-wheeling, his dogs and musician Pat Benatar. Father of Stacey Culverwell, Brandon Culverwell, both of Lockport, and Keith (Jennifer) Ferguson of Olcott, NY. Step-father of Jodie Jarosik of Austin, TX and Mandy McKeehan of Williamsville, NY. Brother of Sherry (Tom) Dunn of Lockport, Judy (Terrence) Wittcop of Hickory, NC, Linda Heinz, Lori (Dean) Hobbs and Deanna (Lindsey) Hobbs, all of Newfane, Larry Culverwell of Bryan, TX, Terry (Cindy) Culverwell of Burt, NY, and James (Angela) Culverwell, Jr. of Ransomville, NY. Grandfather of Mariah and Jada Huntsman and Hailey and Alexis Ferguson. Uncle of the late Spc. Christopher Heinz. Also survived by several, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the RUTLAND-CORWIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2670 Main St., Newfane, NY, FRIDAY 2-4 & 7-9 PM, where funeral services will be held SATURDAY at 11:00 AM. Burial will be in Corwin Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Memorials to SPCA would be appreciated by the family. Please visit www.rutland-corwin.com to send a condolence to the family. | CULVERWELL, Gary L (I160092)
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| 11639 | May 7, 2011 Phyllis Mae Gee Niagara Gazette WHEATFIELD — Phyllis Mae (Gruver) Gee, age 71, of Wheatfield, entered into rest on Friday, May 6, 2011, while at Millard Fillmore Gates Hospital, for cardiac care. Born in Mayport, PA, on August 27, 1939 to the late Vernon and Martha (Kunselman) Gruver. She was a 1957 graduate of the former LaSalle Senior High School. Phyllis was employed for several years at Olin Mathieson Corp. and at Sears until her retirement. She was a member of Riverside Presbyterian Church, where she participated in many church activities. Phyllis loved her flowers, her apple collection, arts, crafts and the company of her many dear and loving friends. Survivors include her loving husband, Larry Gee. They recently renewed their marriage vows at a celebration of their 50th Wedding Anniversary with family and friends; three sons, Jeffrey (Amanda) of Ransomville, Timothy (Gina) of Parkton, MD and Gregory (Laurie) of Glen Burnie, MD; several grandchildren; and three sisters, Emma Jean (Giles) Hofmeyer of Niagara Falls, Barbara (Wayne) Kneeppel of Gasport and Sharon (Dave) Reisig of Rochester. Friends may call at the DUBOIS FUNERAL HOME, 2436 Niagara Road, (Bergholz) in Wheatfield on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM and Wednesday 4-7:30 PM. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Laura Norris-Buisch on Wednesday at 7:30 PM in the funeral home, following visitation. Interment in Niagara Falls Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Riverside Presbyterian Church, 815-84th. Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14304, or to a charity of one's choice. Visit www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries for online guest register. | GRUVER, Phyllis Mae (I98684)
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| 11640 | May 7, 2012 Dolores Wieleba Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS — Dolores Wieleba, 66, of Niagara Falls, NY, went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 4, 2012 in Niagara Rehabilitation and Nursing Care, Niagara Falls, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on June 18, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Jean (Smiech) Wieleba and attended local schools. Dolores was employed at the Community Vocational and Rehabilitation Center. She enjoyed spending time with family, music concerts, walking and loved bingo. She is survived by her daughter, Iris (Kevin Young) Wieleba of Niagara Falls, NY; grand- children, Kevin R. Wieleba/Young, Dolores J. Wieleba/Young; her lifelong companion of 33 years, Robert Wilson of Niagara Falls, NY; her brother, Anthony Wieleba; sisters, Annette, Dorothy and Patricia. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Richard Wieleba and sister, Carol. Friends may call Wednesday, May 9th from 12-4 PM at ZAJAC FUNERAL HOME, INC., 319-24th St., Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will take place on Thursday at 10:00 AM, with Pastor Jim Webber officiating. Burial following in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Donations in her memory may be made to Community Rehabilitation and Vocational Center, 2103 MacKenna Ave., Niagara Falls, NY 14303. Visit zajacfuneralhomeinc.com for online condolences. | WIELEBA, Dolores (I92139)
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| 11641 | May 7, 2013 Brent Michael Nye Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS — Brent Michael Nye, age 50, of Niagara Falls, NY, was called unexpectedly to his heavenly home on May 6, 2013 at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on April 9, 1963, he was the son of the late Max and Margo (Wiegand) Nye. Brent was a 1981 graduate of Niagara-Wheatfield High School, and was employed as a Food Safety Quality Assurance Technician, at Tyson Foods, Inc., in Buffalo, NY since 1984. He was a life long member of St. James Ev. Lutheran Church in Bergholz, member of the Whitesville Rod and Gun Club, The "BuffCon" Boys Model Club, had a love for classic cars, animals, dirt track racing, hunting, fishing, built model cars, followed NASCAR and looked forward to his yearly trip to the Daytona 500, with his special friends. Survivors include his wife, Judy (Struzik) Nye. They were united in marriage on August 31, 2001; a sister, Becky (Billy) Silvis Jr. of Sierra Vista, AZ; mother and father-in-law, Tom and Betty Struzik, Sr.; brother-in-law, Tom (Letrice) Struzik Jr.; sisters-in-law, Arlene Nye and Marie (Al) Penfield; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was also predeceased by a brother, Brian Nye in 2001. Brent will always be remembered as a special uncle to all of his nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the DUBOIS FUNERAL HOME, 2436 Niagara Road, (Bergholz) in Wheatfield on Thursday from 3-8 PM only. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Jeff Milsten on Friday, May 10th at 11:00 AM in St. James Ev. Lutheran Church, corner Niagara Road and Rohr Street, across from funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Pet Emergency Fund, P.O. Box 2846, Buffalo, NY 14240-2846. Visit www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries for online guest register. | NYE, Brent Michael (I54320)
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| 11642 | May 7, 2013 David R. Winker Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS — David R. Winker, lifetime resident of Niagara Falls, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2013, surrounded by his loving family and the support and love of his many friends and co-workers. He was 66. He was born in Niagara Falls on March 11, 1947, a son of the late Robert and Betty (Hollis) Winker. He attended local schools and worked at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center for 46 years. Mr. Winker loved his job, fishing and working in his woodshop. He is survived by his sister, Kathleen (Carl) Del Prince of Niagara Falls; his brother, Richard (Lori) Winker of Lancaster; nephew, Adam (Sarah) Wellington; great-niece, Addison Wellington; nephew, Brandon Wellington; his niece, Tina Winker; and his great nephew, Zachary Winker. There will be no prior visitation and burial will be at the convenience of the family. If desired, donations may be made in Mr. Winker's name to Niagara Hospice House, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094. Visit www.lanefuneralhome.com. | WINKER, David R (I94530)
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| 11643 | May 7, 2014 Heather A. Tavano Niagara Gazette BUFFALO - Heather A. Tavano, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Monday, May 5, 2014, in Buffalo General Hospital. She was born in Syracuse, NY on March 25, 1968, a daughter of Dr. Phillip and Harriet (McLean) Smith. Heather moved to Niagara Falls in 1986 and was a graduate of Niagara University. She was employed with Rite Aide for several years. Heather was an active member of the Maple Avenue School PEG and served on the Board of Directors with the Niagara University Junior Purple Eagles. She is survived by her husband of 21 years, Robert A. Tavano; two sons, Matthew P. Tavano and Robert M. Tavano; also many nieces and nephews. The family will be present at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 901 Cayuga Street, LEWISTON, NY, on Friday from 4-7:30 PM, where funeral services will follow at 7:30 PM, with the Rev. Jacek Mazur officiating. Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register. | SMITH, Heather A (I119493)
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| 11644 | May 7, 2014 Myra A. Riggs Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT - Myra A. Riggs, age 101, of Lockport, NY, formerly of Olean, NY and Somerset, NY, wife of the late James O. Riggs, entered into rest Tuesday, December 17, 2013 in Odd Fellow and Rebekah Health Care Facility. Myra was born in the Town of Somerset, NY, April 29, 1912, the daughter of Henry and Alyce Jesson Atwater. Myra was a high school graduate and attended Buffalo Normal School for three years. She was a school teacher in a country school house in Pendleton, NY for several years. Myra married James O. Riggs June 27, 1934; he died June 9, 1985. She enjoyed reading and Myra and James raised several foster children. Mother of the late Philip Riggs and Sharon Dake. Foster mother of Sally (James) Pitcher and Robin Jobe. Sister of Ruth Platt of Lockport, NY and the late Faith Ball, Robert, Franklin, Margaret, Fred, Kenneth and Donald Atwater. Also survived by seven grandchildren and many great and great- great-grandchildren. No prior visitation. Private graveside services will be in Allegany Cemetery, Allegany, NY. A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 10, 2014, at 1:30 PM at West Somerset Baptist Church, 1876 Hosmer Road, Appleton, NY 14008. Memorials to Freedom Village USA, 5275 New York 14, Lakemont, NY 14857, would be appreciated by the family. Please visit www.rutland-corwin.com to send a condolence to the family. | ATWATER, Myra (I119204)
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| 11645 | May 7, 2014 David H. Schumacher Anonymous The Tonawanda News The Tonawanda News Wed May 07, 2014, 12:28 PM EDT TOWN OF WHEATFIELD - David H. Schumacher, age 67, of the Town of Wheatfield, Wednesday, May 7, 2014, at his residence, after a lengthy illness. David was a Vietnam War Air Force veteran and also served with the Civil Air Patrol. He was a member of the Gratwick Hose Fire Company and the Volunteer Firemen's Benevolent Association. He served as an emergency medical technician for five years. He worked as a maintenance electrician for National Grinding Wheel in North Tonawanda and then 3M Ocello in Tonawanda, retiring in 2012. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, baseball and NASCAR racing. Beloved husband of Bernadette (Schade) Schumacher; dear father of David Schumacher of Moorsville, NC, Kimberly (Dominick) Valery of Denver, NC, and Jonathan and Deeann Schumacher, both of the Town of Wheatfield; grandfather of Stephanie, Jenna, Kayti, Maria, Veronica, Sonny, Kadyn, Carson, Gage, Peyton and Page; brother of Edwin (Kelly) Schumacher of Gasport. Also survived by many nieces and nephews; nephew of June Schumacher and Leona (Robert) Schroeder, both of North Tonawanda, and Marie Schumacher of the Town of Wheatfield. Friends may call Friday at the Fretthold Funeral Home Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd., in North Tonawanda from 2-4 & 6-8 PM. A funeral service will begin at 8 PM. The Rev. Jeffrey Grove will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094. Guest register at frettholdfuneralhome.com. | SCHUMACHER, David H (I109800)
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| 11646 | May 7, 2014 Lois Lillian Howell Anonymous The Tonawanda News The Tonawanda News Wed May 07, 2014, 11:30 AM EDT NORTH TONAWANDA - Lois Lillian (Hanes) Howell, age 83, of North Tonawanda Tuesday, May 6, 2014 in DeGraff Memorial Hospital, after a lengthy illness. Lois was a lifelong resident of North Tonawanda. She loved spending time with her family. She was the wife of the late Richard Howell, who died in 2005. Beloved mother of Bonnie Howell of Middlesex, NY, Paul (Debra) Howell of North Tonawanda, and Debra (James) Buddenhagen of Penn Yan, NY; grandmother of Jennifer (Mark) Miriglia, Timothy Dellario, Jason and Jacob Buddenhagen and Stephanie Howell; great-grandmother of Tyler and Lillian Miriglia; sister of Norman, Howard and David (Eleanor) Hanes and the late William, Donald and Robert Hanes; sister-in-law of Florence Hanes Miranda; special friend of Elsie Shaw. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd., in North Tonawanda Friday, from 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home Saturday at 11 AM. The Rev. Jeremy Lopez will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094. Guest register at frettholdfuneralhome.com. | HANES, Lois Lillian (I129549)
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| 11647 | May 8, 2013 Helen I. Marquart Niagara Gazette LEWISTON — Helen I. Marquart, of Sanborn, NY, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2013, in Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence, Lewiston, NY. She was born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, on April 19, 1921, the daughter of the late William and Ellen (Pearson) Johnson. Mrs. Marquart moved to Niagara Falls, NY, with her family in 1929. She graduated from LaSalle High School. She moved to Sanborn in 1934. Mrs. Marquart was employed at Niagara Wheatfield High School, M&T Bank and at the Sanborn Library. She was a member of Sanborn United Methodist Church and sang in the church choir. Mrs. Marquart enjoyed reading and knitting. She was the wife of the late Roy Marquart, who died in September of 1987. Mrs. Marquart is survived by one son, Robert W. (Jane Hoffman) Marquart of Cordova, TN; three daughters, Linda (late Gerald) Hoffman of Rochester, NY, Dorothy (Ernest) Macchio of Grand Island, NY, and Elizabeth A. Marquart of Charleston, WV; seven grandchildren, Kurt, Scott, Cheryl, Laurie, Lisa, Bill and Stephanie; a brother, Ross (Jane) Johnson. She is also survived by many great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter and many nieces and nephews. She was the sister of several deceased brothers and sisters. There will be no prior visitation. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2013, at 3:00 PM at Hope United Methodist Church, 2914 Upper Mountain Road, Sanborn, NY, with the Rev. Matthew D. Kofahl officiating. Memorials may be made in her name to Hope United Methodist Church. Inurnment at the wishes of her family in North Ridge Cemetery, Town of Cambria, NY. Arrangements made through the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, SANBORN, NY. Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register. | JOHNSON, Helen I (I84780)
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| 11648 | May 8, 2014 Anthony E. "Tony" Franc Anonymous The Tonawanda News The Tonawanda News Thu May 08, 2014, 03:54 PM EDT CITY OF TONAWANDA - Anthony E. "Tony" Franc, age 89, from the City of Tonawanda, passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2014 at Crestwood Skilled Nursing Facility in Wheatfield after a long illness. He was born on June 30, 1924 to Frank and Helen (nee Polek) Franc. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Aimee Jean Franc, from Liverpool, NY; and his two sisters, Frances Whitehead and Rosie Franc, both of North Tonawanda. He is survived by his four children, Gary Franc (wife, Jaci; son, Derek; daughter, Ashley), Liverpool, NY, Cheryl Epp (husband, Jim; and sons, Jacob and Lucas), East Amherst, NY, James Franc, North Tonawanda, NY, Robin Chilton (husband, Jim; and daughters, Alison and Abigail), North Tonawanda, NY; and many nieces and nephews; and his longtime friend, Jean Feminino. Tony enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He worked as a Social Studies teacher and basketball coach at Niagara-Wheatfield High School retiring in 1986. He served in the Army from 1943 to 1946, during WWII, as a supply clerk in the 33rd Medical Depot Company. He was a well-known billiard player, athlete and sports enthusiast and was honored to be inducted into the North Tonawanda Basketball Hall of Fame in 2007. Tony was a standout basketball player in his youth and was an outstanding baseball player and reached the Triple A level in the Pittsburgh Pirates organization. He was a life-time member of Our Lady of Czestochowa Church in North Tonawanda. The family will be present to receive family and friends on Sunday, May 11, 2014 from 4-8 PM at the Colucci Funeral Home, 652 Oliver St. at Fifth Ave., North Tonawanda (692-4917). Relatives and friends please assemble at church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, May 12, 2014 at 9:30 AM at Our Lady of Czestochowa Roman Catholic Church, 626 Oliver Street. Entombment service will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Tonawanda. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Tony's memory to Alzheimer's Association at Alzheimer's Association WNY Chapter, 2805 Wehrle Drive, Suite 6, Williamsville, NY 14221. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | FRANC, Anthony E (I160188)
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| 11649 | May 9, 2012 Allan R. Weinheimer Lockport Union-Sun & Journal INDIANAPOLIS, IN — Allan R. Weinheimer, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away April 22, 2012. Born December 3, 1926 to the late W.Dewey and Muriel T. Weinheimer, Al graduated from Lockport High School. He served in the Navy during WWII, including on the USS Mt. McKinley at the Bikini Atoll Atomic Bomb tests. Following his service he graduated from Purdue University, and taught high school math for 40 years. From 1964-1966, he served as a Ford Foundation Math Consultant in Ankara, Turkey, and received the Presidential Award for Excellence in teaching math in 1989. After his retirement in 1992, he loved to travel, volunteer and participate in various marathons. He is survived by his wife, Jean; two children; eight grandchildren; sister, Helen "Sis" (late Burton) Hall and several nieces and nephews. Burial was in Crown Hill Military Cemetery, Indianapolis. Visit www.lockportjournal.com/obituaries for online guest register. | WEINHEIMER, Allan R (I120807)
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| 11650 | May 9, 2012 Lawrence Kenneth Halstead Niagara Gazette LOCKPORT — Lawrence Kenneth Halstead, age 68, of Wilson, died May 7, 2012 in Eastern Niagara Hospital, Lockport, after a lengthy illness. Born November 29, 1943 in Lockport, he was a son of the late James and Dorothy (Swick) Halstead. He attended District #4 School House, a 1962 graduate of Wilson High School - he was looking forward to the 50th reunion; he had attended Bryant and Stratton. Larry worked the Halstead Farm with his father, and was a farm laborer on various other farms in the area. He worked at Sacred Heart R.C. Church as a janitor, was part of the cleaning crew at the Rainbow Mall, and worked at the concession stand at the county building on Cedar in the Falls. Larry loved to read and study history; he also loved to play chess and could win most games in three moves. He loved spending time with family and was a member at Exley United Methodist Church in Wilson, and was a member of AM Gasport. Surviving him is a brother, David (Carol) Halstead of Cuba; a sister, Jean Hayes of E. Wilson; nephews, Wayne (Laurie) Hayes of Tonawanda, Allan Hayes of E. Wilson, and Garry (Joan) Halstead of CA. Also survived by three great-nieces and a great-nephew and many cousins. A memorial service will be held at Exley at a date and time to be announced. Contributions may be made to South Wilson Fire Company or to Wilson Fire Company #1 Ambulance Fund. Arrangements by the Hamilton and Clark Funeral Home, 270 Young Street, Wilson. hamiltonclarkfh.com. | HALSTEAD, Lawrence Kenneth (I120798)
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