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| 19251 | North Tonawanda NY Evening New - 4/4/1938 William C Scharlau,, Sr., 76 years old, died last night at the home of his daughter, Mrs. LeRoy Ensminger, 787 Payne avenue. He was a member of the North Ton- awanda Labor and Aid associa- tion. Born in Germany, he had re- sided here the last 47 years. He leaves a son, William C, Jr.; two daughters, Mrs. Ensminger and Mrs. Frank Weber, Niagara Falls; eight grandchildren, four great grandchildren; a brother, Charles, Barker, and two sisters, Mrs, Anna Coats, Barker, and Mrs. Bertha Martbi, Niagara Falls. Rites will be held Wednesday af- ternoon at 2 o'clock from the Ens- minger home. The Rev. John A. Sprock will officiate. Burial will be In Elmlawn. | SCHARLAU, Wilhelm Carl (I175926)
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| 19252 | North Tonawanda NY Evening New - 5/18/1979 BRAEGAS - Helen E. Braegas, 74, of North Tonawanda, Thursday (May 17, 1979) at D e G r a f f Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. Mrs. Braegas was a member of St. M a t t h e w L u t h e r an Church, the Ladies Guild of the Church and the Bible Brunch. Wife of the late Carl F. Braegas who died in September of 1977, she is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Paul (Mary J.) H o o v e r of North T o n a w a n d a ; eight grandchildren and two great-granddaughters; two brothers, Edward (Celeste) Copeland and Carl (Marie) Copeland, both of the Tonawandas; four sisters, Mrs. Mary Margaret Maerten, Mrs. Gerhardt (Jean) Manth and Mrs. Roger (Ruth) Leaderstorf, all of the Tonawandas and Mrs. Burgess (Myra) Guilfoos of Florida, mother of the late Doris Brody and Janet DuQuette, sister of the late Marion Sanders. The family will receive friends at tne Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc., 1241 Oliver St., at Ward Rd., North Tonawanda this evening from 7 to 9 and Saturday 9 to 11 a.m. Services will take place in St. Matthew Lutheran Church Saturday at 1 p.m., the Rev. A.W. Moldenhauer will officiate. Interment in St. M a t t h e w L u t h e r an Cemetery. If so desired, memorials may be made to St. Matthew Lutheran Church. | COPELAND, Helen E (I165005)
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| 19253 | North Tonawanda NY Evening New - 5/31/1900 ROCHESTER, N. Y., May 31.-R. S. Aikenhead, aged 50, until Saturday night, clerk and asistant manager of the Livlngton hotel, was found dead in his bed about noon. Near the bed was an empty laudanum bottle and papers found on the body Indicate that it was a case of suicide. Saturday night Mr. Aikenhead was removed from his position. | AIKENHEAD, R S (I176975)
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| 19254 | North Tonawanda NY Evening New - 6/23/1975 Funeral services are scheduled for 11 a.m. Wednesday for John R. Braddell, 23, of Scottsdale, Ariz., a former Tonawanda resident who died Saturday in Phoenix, Ariz., the victim of a motorcycle accident. Son of the late John R. Braddell Sr. he moved with his family to Scottsdale in 1959. He was a member of the Scottsdale United Congregational Church, and a 1970 graduate of Phoenix Union High School. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Dulcie M. (Helf) Braddell and a sister, Mrs. Richard (Beverly) Kosinski of Phoenix. Funeral arrangements are by the JohnO. Roth Funeral Home. | BRADDELL, John R (I163486)
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| 19255 | North Tonawanda NY Evening New - 9/17/1948 Fredericka Frank, 74, died last night at her home, 64 Keil St., after a short illness. Born in North Tonawanda, she lived here all of her life. Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Rudolph Goodnick, of North Tonawanda, three sonsj George W., North Tonawanda, Carlton W. of Tonawanda and Frederick G. of .Niagara Falls, ore sister, Mrs. John Heim of North Tonawanda and three grandchildren. A member of Friedens Church, she belonged to the Women's Guild. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 p. m. from the residence. The Rev. Carl Edward Berges will officiate and burial will be in Friedens cemetery. | BUCHHARDT, Fredericka (I181724)
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| 19256 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News A trolley ride to Buffalo to see the sights at the Pan American Exposition highlighted the honeymoon trip of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Batt Sr. of 402 Broad St., Tonawanda They will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary Sunday. The Tonawanda bride and her North Tonawanda bridegroom were married Oct 3, 1901 in Ascension Church. Amid the well wishes of friends and relatives, they boarded the trolley for the trolley-trip. Mrs. Batt said today she doesn't remember too much about the ex- position except that it was won- derful and exciting. she says she is much more interested in her plans for Sunday. She has chosen a magenta wool dress to wear to church and to an afternoon Open House party. She will accent her attire with a silver and white cor- sage which will be presented to her by her husband. The couple will begin the day by attending a High Mass at 10:30 a.m. in St. Francis Church where both have been active many years. Mrs. Batt presently serves as vice president of the Altar So- ciety and Mr. Batt is a member of the Holy Name Society. The afternoon party will be in the Anerald Boat Club in Niagara Street. Tonawanda. Mrs. Batt. the former Augusta Schmeichel, was reared in William Street, Tonawand, and Mr. Batt lived on Main Street in North Tonawanda. After their marriage they made their home in Tona- wanda. Mr. Batt worked on the docks and drove a laundry wagon in the early days of their mar- riage. Later he was employed at Van Raalte for more than 30 years and retired in 1953. Mr. Batt is a member of the GAR. The couple had two children, Edward Jr., and the late Leo 0. Batt. They have five grandchildren: Richard Batt, Mrs, Joan Livingston Jr., Dean, Dennis and John Batt. They also have seven great-grandchildren. Their friends and relatives are invited to the Open House from 2 to 5 p.m. | Family: BATT, Edward M / SCHMEICHEL, Augusta W (F24077)
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| 19257 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News ABABURKO David S. Ababurko Sr., 38, of North Tonawanda, sud denly Sunday (May 4, 1906) at his home. Mr Ababurko was a 1966 graduate of North Tonawanda High School and a Viet Nam War veteran He Is survived by two sons, David S. Ababurko Jr., and Bryan S Ababurko, both at home; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Stephen (Pearl) Ababurko of North Tonawanda; two sisters, Mrs. Sandra Goodall and Miss Connie Ababurko, both of North Tonawanda; three brothers, Robert Ababurko of Buf falo, Stephen Ababurko and John Ababurko, both of North Tonawanda, also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangments by the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc. ALSO David S. Ababurko Sr., 38, of North Tonawanda, a Vietnam veteran, died Sunday at his home. A 1966 graduate of North Tonawanda High School, Mr. Ababurko is survived by two sons, David and Bryan; his parents. Stephen and Pearl, all of North Tonawanda, and other local relatives. Mr. Ababurko died of apparent natural causes, according to officials at Fretthold Funeral Home, which is handling funeral arrangements. | ABABURKO, David Stephen (I111603)
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| 19258 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News Albert G. Evig, 46 years old, a former resident of North Tonawanda died Thursday morning at his home in Walmore after a brief illness. Besides his widow, one son, Albert Evig and one daughter, Miss Viola Evig, both of Walmore, survive. fThe funeral will be held Sunday afternoon from the home of Godfrey Witt at No. 426 Schenk street. | EVIG, Albert G (I61693)
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| 19259 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News AMMERMAN -~BeaTnce I. (nee Stahl) Ammerman, of North Tonawanda, Friday, (August 7, 1981), in DeGraff Memorial Hospital. Wife of the late Robert Ammerman. Mother of Richard (Sally) Loeffert, of Newfane, William (Jan) Loeffert, Roxane Loeffert, Robert Loeffert, Daniel and Mark Ammerman, all of No. Tona., and the late Gary Loeffert; sister of Mrs. Lester (Marian) Schultz of Newfane; stepmother of Mrs Paul (Barbara) Stoddard of Barker, Paul Ammerman, of Clay, NY. and William Ammerman of Lockport Also survived by five grandchildren and two nieces. Friends may call at the Rutland-Corwin Funeral Home, Inc., 2670 Main St., Newfane, SATURDAY only, 3-5 and 7-9 p.m., where funeral services will be held Sunday, August 9 at 1:30 p.m. Burial will be in Corwin Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined; memorials to Retarded Children's Fund, c/o Tonawanda News. | STAHL, Beatrice L (I110217)
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| 19260 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News BEASOCK - Arnold A . 72, of North Tonawanda, Friday (April 1, 1983) at DeGraff Memorial Hospital. Mr. Beasock was a retired employee of Buffalo Steel, a member of Payne Avenue Christian Church and Tonawanda Post 264 American Legion. He is survived by his wife, Alice (nee Hanes) Beasock; one daughter, Mrs. Vangelist (Alice) Compoli of New Smyrna Beach, Fla.; one stepson, Duane (Yukiea) Strouts of Hollywood, Fla.; one stepdaughter, Mrs. Ted (Doris) O'Donnell of Olney, III.; two brothers, Howard Beasock of Oklahoma and Willard (Doris) Beasock of Rome, N.Y.; two sisters, Mrs. Flora Wilkes of Rome, N.Y., and Mrs. Arnold (Joan) Beuhler of Oriskany. Grandfather of seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Friends may call Saturday 7 to 9 p.m. and Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Wattengel Funeral Home Inc., 307 Oliver St., North Tonawanda, where services will be held Monday at 2 p.m., the Rev. Robert L. Cook officiating Burial in Elmlawn Ceme- tery. | BEASOCK, Arnold A (I126239)
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| 19261 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News BECKER - Roy G Becker, 68. of 71 N Nicholas Drive, Town of Tonawanda, Wednesday (Jan 8, 1969) at Veterans Administration Hospital. Buffalo. Mr. Becker was retired from the DuPont Company and was a veteran of World War II Brother of Mrs. Charles (Florence) Gilbert of North Tonawanda. Mrs Mary Holler of Tonawanda. Mrs. Alice Markovitz of North Tonawanda. Lester L. Becker of Niagara Falls and the late Viola Becker. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Brunner Funeral Home, 156 Robinson St.. North Tonawanda. where services will- be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Saturday with the Rev Carl Marks officiating Interment in Bear Ridge Cemetery Friends are invited. | BECKER, Roy Gustav (I130694)
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| 19262 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News BERGERON Alonzo L Bergeron, Sunday (June 8,1986), 82, husband of Ida R. (nee Duplessis) Bergeron, who died November 14, 1985. For the first 25 years of his working career, Mr. Bergeron worked as a lumberman in the woods of Canada and Maine; for the next seven years, he maintained a farm. He then worked as a selfemployed carpenter for 36 years, retiring in 1973. He is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Daniel (Jeanne d'Arc) Belanger of Pendleton, Mrs. Charles (Jacqueline) Robinson of North Tonawanda, Mrs. Melvin (Mary) Post of Greece, N.Y. and Mrs. John (Nancy) Brown of Henrietta, NY.; seven sons, Albert (Mildred) of Rochester, Lawrence (Norma) of W. Bloomfield, NY., Roland (Lois) of Fairport, NY., Louis (Judy) of Tonawanda, Gerald (Shirley) of Pendleton, Paul of Sonyea, N.Y. and Alfred (Barbara) of Hilton, NY.; five sisters, Mrs. Olivine Beaulieu of Quebec, Mrs. Alma Ouellette of N. B. Canada, Mrs. Oliva Perrault, of CT., Mrs. Ferdinand (Ida) Fournier of N.B. Canada and Mrs. Blanche Voisine of Calif.; 65 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to call Monday and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, N.Y. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at Guardian Angels Church, Henrietta, N.Y. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Friends wishing, may offer Masses or make contributions to a favorite charity | BERGERON, Alonzo Louis (I138196)
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| 19263 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News BERHALTER - Robert L. Berhalter, November 17, 1986 of the Town of Tonawanda. Beloved husband of Genevieve A. (Mc- Cormick) Berhalter; dear father of Mary A. Berhalter; brother of James F. Berhalter; also survived by several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at the C. Mertz & Son Funeral Home Inc., 911 Englewood Ave., on Wednesday evening from 7-9 p.m. Funeral services private. Mr. Berhalter was a member of the Tonawanda American Legion Post 0264. | BERHALTER, Robert Louis (I140802)
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| 19264 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News BLACKBURN - Dorothy F. Blackburn, 74, of Washington, D.C., entered into rest on Wednesday (Feb. 12, 1975). She was a native of Tonawanda and Buffalo. She is survived by her sister, Judy Ganoe of Buffalo and nieces and nephews, she was the sister of the late James K Blackburn and Glen M. Blackburn. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Feb. 22nd at the MacAIpine Presbyterian Church, Bailey Avenue, Buffalo, the Rev. Kenneth Munson will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her memory may be made to MacAIpine Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund. | BLACKBURN, Dorothy F (I148659)
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| 19265 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News Candelabra, palms, and vases of mixed white flowers decorated the altar of the North Tonawanda Church of Christ Oft May 27 at 1 P. M. when Miss Betty Louise Maerten, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Maerten of 1088 Falls Blvd. became the bride of Edwin G. Zuch, son of Mr. and Mrs Gerhard Zuch of 1821 Kingston Ave. The Rev. Glllman Burghard performed the ceremony. Arnold Nuoffer. organist, accompanied the soloist, Mrs. Rudolph Bush the bride's aunt. Preceding the ceremony she the sang "I Love You Truly" and "Because". and during the service, the hymn "O' Perfect Love" The bride, given in marriage by nor father, wore a gown fashioned in heavy traditional satin. The shadow yoke accented by Venise medallions and embellished with sparkles, outlined the slim waistline and long pointed sleeves. The bouffant skirt with swirling gathers and Venise lace medallions, draped into a Cathedral length train. Her veil, a fingertip illusion with scalloped edge, was caught to the coiffure by an orange blossom clustered tiara and she carried a cascade bouquet of white roses and carnations can- tered with an orchid corsage. Miss Jean Maerten, mald-of-honor for her sister, wore an aqua satin gown, fashioned with a sweetheart neckline and gathered shoulderettes with matching mitts. A bosque bodice was trimmed with tiny buttons and the bouffant skirt was scalloped and worn over a net hooped underlining. She worn a maline picture hat and carried a cascade bouquet of multi-colored c a r n a t i o n s, daisies and sweetpeas. The bridesmaids. Miss Patricia Schweichler, Miss Dorothy Schroeder, and Miss Myra Strong were attired in gowns similar to that of the maid-of-honor to orchid, nile green, and maize. They also wore matching picture hats, mitts, and carried multi-colored bouquets. The flower girl, Kathleen Schweichler, cousin of the bride, had a pink taffeta hooped gown with scalloped edge and trimmed with blue bows. Her head-piece was a matching bonnet and she carried a basket of mixed flowers. Donald Zuch attended his brother as best man and the ushers were Glen Nantke, Edward Schweichler, Jr., and William Morrison. For her daughter's wedding. Mrs. Maerten 'Chose a navy blue lace dress with navy 'and pink accessories. Mrs. Zuch, mother of the groom, wore a navy blue marquisette dress with navy and white accessories. Both mothers had corsages of white gardenias. encircles with pink roses. A reception was held to the V.F.W. hall immediately following the wedding. Mr. and Mrs. Zuch left for a wedding trip to Washington, D. C, and New York City, the bride wearing a gold suit and topper with brown accessories and an orchid corsage. Showers were given by Mrs. Philip Maerten, Miss Jean Maerten, Miss Dorothy Schroeder, Mrs. Gerhard Zuch, Miss Myra Strong, and Mrs. Theodore Bingert | Family: ZUCH, Edwin Gerhard / MAERTEN, Betty Louise (F32756)
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| 19266 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News CRAMER - Mrs. Emily W. Cramer, 88, of 271 Oliver St., died last night (April 18, 1955) in De- Graff Memorial Hospital after a long illness. Born in Germany. Mrs. Cramer came to the Tona wandas at the age of 6. Wife of the late Robert W. Cramer, she is survived by two sons, William G. Cramer of Buffalo and Oscar F. Cramer of Seal Beach, Calif.; tour daughters, Mrs. Frederick Witxae, Mrs. Clarence Borchert and Mrs. Francis Schmidt, all of North Tonawanda, and Mrs. Edward Holdgate of Buffalo; 13 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. The late Robert W. Cramer and the late Theodore Cramer were her sons. She was a member of St. Matthew's Church. Friends may call at the Wattengel Funeral Home, 307 Oliver St., where funeral services wil be held Thursday at 2 p.m., the Rev. Paul Gass man officiating. Burial ' in St. Matthew's Cemetery. | WOLANSKE, Amelia (I97828)
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| 19267 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News Funeral services are set Thursday for Betty Renzullo, 68, a former North Tonawanda resident who died Monday in Monterey Park, CA after a brief illness. She lived there with her husand, Arnold, a former employee of the City of North Tonawanda. Mrs. Renzullo had worked in the medical profession in hospitals both in the Tonawandas area and in California. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, Remo and Roger Sciarretta, two brothers and one sister, all of California. Funeral services will be in St. Alhamera, CA | CEANFRINNI, Betty (I141570)
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| 19268 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News GAUL - Cora Gaul of 171 William St.. Tonawanda, formerly of Schenck St., Thursday (Feb. 24, 1972) at DeGraff Memorial Hospital. A lifelong resident of the Tonawandas, she was the wife of the late Albert Gaul, who died in 1955. She is survived by a daughter. Miss Reeva M. Gaul, whom she resided with; two sons, Osmond R. Gaul of North Tonawanda and Robert T. Gaul of Altamonte Springs. Fla.; three daughters, Mrs. Arthur (Evelyn) Berndt, Mrs. Donald (Bette) Knople and Mrs. Donald (Nancy) McKnight: a sister, Mrs. Sylvester (Mame) Harmon, all of the Tonawandas; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.. at the Wattengel Funeral Home. Inc., 307 Oliver St.. North Tonawanda. where services will be held Monday at 10:30 am., the Rev. Homer C. Cooper officiating. Burial in Elmlawn Cemetery | ROGERS, Cora (I141315)
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| 19269 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News LEFLAR - Edith F. Leflar (nee Ritenburg), 89, of 258-B Gibson St Tonawanda, Friday (Oct. 8, 1971) at DeGraff Memorial Hospital following a short illness. Wife of the late Herbert J. Leflar, who died June 14, 1971, mother of Delos F. Pletcher of Youngstown, N.Y.; step-mother of Robert and Harry Leflar, Mrs. Irene Elder, Mrs. Elsie Mitchell, Mrs. Theora Plummer and Mrs. Olive Tromley; sister of Guy F. Ritenburg of North Tonawanda; grandmother of Mrs. Earl (JoAnn) Harden of Youngstown, NY., and greatgrandmother of four. A lifelong resident of the Tonawandas, Mrs. Leflar was a member of First Presbyterian Church. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hilliard Funeral Home Inc., 147 Delaware St.. Tonawanda, where services will be conducted Monday. (Tune to be announced in Sunday Courier- Express.) The Rev. Harold E. Tyson Jr. will officiate Interment in Resthaven Cemetery. | RITENBURG, Edith F (I106051)
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| 19270 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News LEWIS Zita G (nee Batt) Lewis. 83, of Tonawanda. N Y . Tuesday (November 18. 1980) after a brief illness. A lifelong resident of Tonawanda, Mrs Lewis was a member of the Altar Society at St Francis of Assisi Church and the Historical S o c i e t y of t he Tonawandas She was the wife of the late W Burt Lewis and mother of the late William B Lewis. Jr Mrs. Lewis is survived by two daughters. Mrs J a m e s ( M a r i o n) McKenzie of Fort Worth, Tex , Mrs Willard (Dorothy) Dittmar of Tonawanda; a son, A R o b e r t Lewis of Tacoma. Wash and a brother. Edwin G Batt of Mesa, Ariz . also surviving are ten grandchildren and e i g h t e e n g r e a t grandchildren The family will be present from 7 9 p m Wednesday and 2 4 and 7-9 p m Thursday at the Hamp Funeral Home. Inc . Adam and Seymour Sts., Tonawanda where prayers will be said at 9 a.m. Friday followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a m , at St Fr anc is of Assisi Church Interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Historical Society of the T o n a w a n d a s are preferred by the family | BATT, Zita G (I127131)
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| 19271 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News M1TROWSKI - Anthony Mitrowski, 81, of 252 Edward St., North Tonawanda, Saturday (Feb. 1, 1969) in DeGraff Memorial Hospital. Born in Poland, he had resided in North Tonawanda for the past 58 years. He was a retired foundry die maker for Bell Aerosystems Corp. He was one of the founders of Our Lady of Czestochowa Church. He is survived by two sons, Stanley Mitrowski of the Town of Pendleton and Frank Mitrowski of North Tona wanda; two daughters, Mrs.. Stephen (Mary) Sharek of Lewiston, N.Y., and Mrs. Lawrence (Bernice) Arbeiter of North Tonawanda; two brothers, Joseph Mitrowski of Buffalo and John Mitrowski of Poland; 13 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services will be conducted at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pawenski Funeral Home, 642 Oliver St. (corner 5th Avenue) and at 9 a.m. at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church. The Rev. Joseph Lach will officiate. Burial in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. The family will be present at the funeral home from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. | MITROWSKI, Anthony (I117757)
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| 19272 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News MacVITTIE (Millimaa) - Gladys R. MacVittie, 71, of Tonawanda, Monday (May 5, 1986) at Millard Fillmore Hospital in Buffalo. Born in Dale, NY., she bad been a resident of Tonawanda for 15 years and was the wife of the late Winfield Winchester and the late Kenneth Milliman. Mrs. MacVittie was a member of the Tonawanda Senior Citizens. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Robert (Jean) Lynch of Rochester and Mrs. Robert (Mary) Petrus of Buffalo; two sons, Roger Milliman of Rochester and Terry Milliman of Tonawanda; four grandchildren, Susan and Elizabeth Paulus and Michelle and Robert Milliman; a sister, Mrs. Dorothy E. Lester of Niagara Falls, N.Y. and a brother, Everett Bennion of Phoenix, Arizona and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call Wednesday from U a.m. to 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at John O. Roth Funeral Home Inc., Morgan and William Sts., Tonawanda, where funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Thursday by Captain Raymond Patrick. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Niagara Falls, N.Y. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Heart Association of W.N. Y | MCCAULEY, Gladys R (I136928)
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| 19273 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News McKEEHAN - Henrietta I. McKeehan, 75, of 720 Shad St.. North Tonawanda, died Friday (Dec. 29, 1972) at the Newfane Nursing Home, following a long illness. Mrs. McKeehan was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Lena Tesch Bishop and is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Robert (Jean) Aschensach of North Tonawanda and two cousins, Milford Bishop of Tona wanda and Helen Janke of Farming ton Mich. Mrs. McKeehan was a lifelong resident of the Tonawandas and was a former employe at the Wurlitzer cafeteria and at Tonawandas Post 264. American Legion. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Hilliard Funeral Home Inc., 147 Delaware St., Tonawanda, when services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, the Rev. Frank E Wright of North Presbyterian Church officiating Interment in Elmlawn Cemetery Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. | BISHOP, Henrietta I (I147292)
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| 19274 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News Miss Helen Ziemendorf, daugh- ter of Mrs. Arbert H. Ziemendorf of Niagara Falls boulevard, became the bride of Christ Schulmeister, son of Mrs. J. Schulmeister of Ward road, in a ceremony which took place at 7 o'clock last evening at the St. John's Evan- gelical Lutheran Church St. Johnsburg The Rev. Walter Thiemecke officiated. The church was decor- ated with flowers, and preceding the ceremony, Mr. August B. Heubnor played organ selections. Mrs. Walter Thiemecke sang "Lord, We At Thine Altar Stand." The bride, who was given in, marriage by her brother, Lester Ziemendorf. wore a gown of velvet- ray tafetta fashioned on Empress lines with a sweetheart neckline. Her fingertip veil of illusion fell from a tiara of seed pearls, and she carried a colonial bouquet of white roses. Miss Leetta Ziemendorf, sitter of the bride, was her only attendant. She wore a peach lace dress with tulle inserts and carried a colonial bouquet of talisman rosea and narcissi. Mr. Carl Schulmeister attended his brother as best man and the ushers were Alvio Ziemendorf and Fred Schulmeister. Mrs. Ziemendorf, the bride's mother, wore black crepe and Mrs. Schulmeister choose blue velvet. Each wore a corsage of yellow roses. Dinner was served at the bride's home with covers laid for six at the bride's table which was centered with a three tiered wedding cake. Guests were preaent from Pittsburgh, Niagara Falls and the Tonawandas. Mr. and Mrs. Schulmeister left for a short wedding trip. ALSO North Tonawanda NY Evening News - 1/14/1941 Mrs. George Garlapo of 302 Morgan street entertained on Saturday evening at a personal shower in honor of Mrs. Christ Schulmeister, who was before her marriage on January 1st, Miss Helen Ziemendorf. Mrs. Schulmeister was presented with a corsage of roses and sweetpeas by her hostess. Games were played for the evening's entertainment with prizes awarded to Mrs. Wilbur Kruppeneck, Miss Mary Pasciak and Miss Leetta Ziemendorf. A guest favor was presented to the guest of honor. Luncheon was served at small tables. The guest of honor received many attractive gifts. | Family: SCHULMEISTER, Christian G / ZIEMENDORF, Helen A (F30880)
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| 19275 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News Miss Jean Anne Canavan and Sgt. James Francis Bazinet were married at 11 a.m. Oct. 24, 1970, in St. Edmund's Church. The Rev. Marcel Sokalski of Cardinal O'Hara High School officiated for the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John F. Canavan of 69 Westwood Drive, Town of Tonawanda, and the son of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Bazinet of 273 Rogers Ave., Tonawanda. The bride selected an A-line gown of ivory organza and Alencon lace fashioned with an Empire bodice and a detachable train. A Camelot cap of matching lace held her illusion veil. Miss Elaine Weisbeck was maid of honor wearing a lime crepe gown fashioned with a mock vest of moss green Venice lace. The junior bridesmaid. Miss Joanne Canavan. sister of the bride, wore a gown of chartreuse chiffon with a mock vest of brocade. Charles Bazinet was his brother's best man. Ushers were Robert Canavan, brother of the bride, and Kenneth Horn. Altar boys were David and Gary Bazinet, brothers of the bridegroom. A reception was given in the Continental Inn. The couple traveled to Washington. D C , for their honeymoon. | Family: BAZINET, James Francis / CANAVAN, Jean Ann (F45567)
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| 19276 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News Mr and Mrs. Frank C Ensminger of 1015 Nash Road, North Tonawanda. will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary at a dinner party tomorrow in the home of the couple's son, LaVerne Knsminger, B079 Tonawanda Creek Road, Lockport. The former Miss Ida Ziehl and Mr En sminger were married May 19, 1920, in the home of the bride's mother on Old Falls Boulevard, North Tonawanda Attending the bride at the ceremony were Mrs Roman (Mathilda Ziehl) Be iter and the late Miss Marguenta Goff Willes Ensminger was best man and Charles Dauman ushered Mr and Mrs Ensminger have four children, LaVerne, Robert and Allen Ensminger and Mrs Raymond (Dorothy) Root, and 13 grandchildren Guests invited to the celebration include Willes Ensminger, Mrs Rose Wright. Mr. and Mrs Roy Ensminger,'Mr. and Mrs Roman Beiter. Mr and Mrs. Carl Schoelles. Mr. and Mrs Louis Ziehl, Mrs Doris Hosmer. Mr. and Mrs Carl Ziehl and Mr and Mrs Charles Dauman Mr Ensminger is employed during the summer at Oppenheim Park | Family: ENSMINGER, Frank Christian / ZIEHL, Ida (F35398)
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| 19277 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News Mr. and Mrs. Archie T. Miller of 45 Wall street, Tonawanda. announce the engagement of their daughter, Joyce E.. to Marlin P. Wankasky, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Wankasky of 22 Carney street, Tonawanda. The wedding will take place July 5. ALSO North Tonawanda NY Evening News - 6/2/1947 A pretty wedding was solemnized in Salem Evangelical and Re formed Church on May 29 when Miss Joyce Eileen Miller, daugh fer of Mr. and Mrs. Archie Miller and Marlin Paul Wankasky, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Wankasky of Carney street were united in marriage. The Rev. Walter F. Hetzel officiated at the double ring ceremony. Miss Leona Golde sang "O Promise Me" and "Because". Vases of white flowers on the altar, white beauty baskets, palms and candelabra were chancel decorations for the wedding. The bride, given in marriage by her father, was attired in a blue suit with white accessories and wore a white orchid corsage. Mrs. Frederick Hamm, attended as matron of honor. She wore an aqua suit with grey accessories and a gardenia and yellow rose cot sage. Bernard Wankasky attended his brother as best man and the ushers were Roland Miller and Frederick Hamm. The mother of the bride and bridegroom wore print crepe dresses and corsages of red roses and gardenias. Following the ceremony a reception was given in the home of the bride. Mr. and Mrs. Wankasky left for a wedding trip to New York and upon their return will be at home in 22 Carney street. | Family: WANKASKY, Marlin Paul / MILLER, Joyce Elaine (F31966)
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| 19278 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News MR. AND MRS. BURT HALL of 291 Shartle Place, North Tonawanda, celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on Thanksgiving Day with a family dinner at the Packet Inn. The couple was married Nov. 17, 1920, by the late Dr. H.S. Kleiner. They have two sons, Donald and Robert, both of North Tonawanda; a daughter, Mrs. John Krueger of Waukegan, Ill., and 12 grandchildren. | Family: HALL, Burt E / ZUCH, Mabel L (F36182)
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| 19279 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Behrns of 979 Walck Road, North Tonawanda, wiH be feted tomorrow in honor of their Golden Wedding anniversary. They will be entertained by their children at a party in the Adams Fire Hall, Nash Road. Relatives from Rochester, Syracuse and Courtland, Mich., will attend. The former Miss Matie Lueders and Mr. Behrns were married Sept. 12, 1917, in St. Paul Lutheran Church, North Tonawanda. They have lived here all their lives, and are members of Third Presbyterian Church. "Hook" Behrns, as he is known in bowling circles, enjoys sports. In his early years he played baseball and football,, and in recent years concentrat- ed on bowling. Another hobby is caring for his vegetable garden from which he supplies a variety of fresh foods for his family. Mr. Behrns, who retired eight years ago, was employed at var- ious period by American Dis- trict Steam, Twin City Dairy and as custodian at Wurlitzer School. Mrs. Behrns, a member of the church Guild, enjoys crocheting abnd sewing. she and her hus- band have seven children, 22 grandchildren, and four great- grandchildren. Their children are: Donald Behrns of Whittier, Calif.; Mrs. Edward (Dorothy) Nieethie, Mrs. John (Ruth) Thom, Arthur Behrns, Mrs. Melvin (Betty) Vorpahl, Mrs. Edward (Charlotte) Strojnowski, all of North Tonawand, and Mrs. Glenn (Mildred) Newell, who is here from Los Angeles,Calif., with two of her daughters. | Family: BEHRNS, Clarence Howard / LUEDERS, Meta (F37560)
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| 19280 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Zobrist, 1400B Nash Road, North Tonawanda, will observe their 50th wedding anniversary Sept. 1. An anniversary tea scheduled in Payne Avenue Christian Church Sunday has been postponed due to the hospitalization of Mr. Zobrist. Mr. Zobrist, a native of Brienz, Switzerland, and the former Twila Fay Smith of Mt. Pleasant, Pa., were married Sept. 1,1925, in First Methodist Church, North Tonawanda. They are active members of -Payne Avenue Christian Church and Rosedale Rebekah Lodge. Mr. Zobrist also belongs to Electric City Lodge, IOOF. They have three children, Mrs. Robert (Verda Ann) Grand of Fremont, Calif., Jack Zobrist of North Tonawanda and Paul Zobrist of Las Vegas. Nev. They also have eight grandchildren, Timothy and Laura Grand and Mrs. Michael (Pamela) Quier, all of Fremont; Randy, Paula and Carla Zobrist, all of Las Vegas; Mrs. David (Brenda) Long of Lockport and Lorna Zobrist of North Tonawanda. In addition, they are the greatgrandparents of five, Arianne and Jason Grand, Jerilyn and Cindy Quier and Brian Long. | Family: ZOBRIST, Jacob / SMITH, Twila Fay (F36065)
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| 19281 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News Mr. and Mrs. Louis Anastasi of North Tonawanda were honored at a reception in honor of their 50th wedding anniversary at the First United Methodist Church, North Tonawanda, by their children and grandchildren Attending the reception were their friends and relatives, including their six children: Louise (Nowka), Thompson, David, Daniel, and Wende (Kennis) all of the Tonawandas and George of Fairfax, Va. Also attending were 15 of their 20 grandchildren, and two greatgrandchildren. The couple was 'married Nov. 30, 1936. Both are life-long residents of North Tonawanda | Family: ANASTASI, Louis M / THOMPSON, Fern (F40406)
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| 19282 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News Mra. Henrietta Werth. 71 years old, died yesterday morning at the home of her son. Henry Werth. on the Nash road in the town of Wheat field, after a long illness. Besides Henry Werth, two sons, Ernest snd Werth of North Tonawanda; three daughers. Mrs. Gustsve Karkow and Mrs. William Werth of North Tonawanda. and Mrs. Ernest Kurkow of Rochester; two brothers. Au- gust Nedell of Reid City. Mich . and Frank Nedell of North Tonawanda; grandchildren snd seven great grandchildren survive. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the late residence and a half hour later from St. John's church at St. Johnsburg. Re v . WilIiam Al- brecht officiating. Burial will be in St. John's cemetery. | NEDELL, Henriette (I90697)
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| 19283 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News Mrs. Gertrude E. Rappleyea, 42, died this morning at her home, 119 Seventh avenue. She was bom in North Tonawanda and is survived by her husband, Albert H., ties sons, David F. and Richard K., and daughters, Geraldlne G., May L., Norma E., Betty J., Marie E., Janet R. and Colleen A. Rappleyea, and her mother, Mrs. Louise Wolanske. Also by six brothers, Walter and Truman Wolanske, serving overseas; Albert at Camp Carson, Nev.; Raymond, George and Wllbert of North Tonawanda, and a sister, Mrs. Lilliam LaFleur. Funeral will be Sunday at S p. m. from the residence with the Rev. Carl A. Frankenstein of S t Matthew's church officiating. Burial in S t Matthews cemetery. | WOLANSKE, Gertrude (I97826)
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| 19284 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News NEWMAN - Alvina E. (nee Sahr) Newman, 88, of North Tonawanda, suddenly Wednesday (Sept. 17, 1975) at DeGraff Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Newman was a life long resident of North Tonawanda and member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. She was the wife of the late Louis G. Newman. Mrs. Newman is survived by two sons, Wilfred G. (Margaret) Newman of Kenmore and Clarence (Vivian) Newman of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; five grandchildren; 13 greatgrandchildren; a brother, Gustave Sahr of North Tonawanda. The family will receive friends at the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc., 1241 Oliver St., at Ward Rd., North Tonawanda Thursday and Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. Services will be held at the funeral home Saturday at 1:30 p.m., the Rev. Enno A. Schmoock will officiate. Interment in White Chapel Memorial Park.. If so desired, memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church. | SAHR, Alvina Emilie (I65259)
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| 19285 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News PHELPS Raymond S Phelps, 71, of North Tonawanda, Sunday (February 17, 1985) at DeGraff Memorial Hospital Mr Phelps was a member of Payne Ave Christian Church, Rescue Fire Co. #5 and the No Tonawanda Firemens Benevolent Association. Mr Phelps is survived by his wife Rita (nee Bell) Phelps; two sons, Donald (Geraldine) Phelps of No. Tonifwanda and David (Pat) Phelps of Winterhaven, Fla.; one daughter Mrs. Peter (Sharon) Christoff, No. Tonawanda; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Son of the late Guy and Sadie Phelps and brother of the late Albert W Phelps Friends may call Monday 7-9 p.m and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Wattengel Funeral Home, Inc , 307 Oliver St., No. Tonawanda where services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. The Rev Jerry McGlone officiating Interment Acacia Park Cemetery If desired. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Assoc of W.N.Y., P O Box 6, Buffalo, NY 14223 or Payne Ave Christian Church | PHELPS, Raymond S (I106589)
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| 19286 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News ROLLAIN - Robert H. Roliain Sr.. 48. of Buffalo and formerly of Tonawanda, Friday (Aug. 2. 1974) at Millard Fillmore Hospital after a brief illness. Born in Rochester, he had been a resident of Tonawanda for more than 45 years and was the son of Robert W. Rollain, who died in 1956. A Navy veteran of World War II, he was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Church He is survived by his wife, Eileen (nee McHenry) Rollain; five daughters. Mrs. Steven ilcenei Beechner. Mrs. Daryl (Louise) Evans. Miss Patricia Rollain. Miss Jean Marie Rollain and Miss Barbara Anne Rollain. all of Buffalo; a son. Robert H. Rollain Jr. of Holyoke, Mass.: six sisters, Mrs. Hazel McNereny. Mrs. Flora Tascarella. Mrs. Evelyn Buckeye and Mrs. Robert (Margaret) Brauer. all of Tonawanda: Miss Catherine Rollain of Amherst, and Mrs. Augustine (Irene) Rizzo of North Tonawanda. and five brothers. Phillip J. of North Carolina; Thomas H. of Burbank. Calif.; Andrew F. of Buffalo; Joseph G. of Woodbridge, N.J., and Frederick J. of Holyoke. Mass. Also survived by four grandchildren and 38 nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday and Monday at the John O. Roth Funeral Home. Morgan and William Streets, Tonawanda, where prayers will be said at 9 a.m. Tuesday, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Francis of Assisi Church at 9:39 a.m., the Rt Msgr. Ralph M. Miller officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. | ROLLAIN, Robert H (I130497)
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| 19287 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News SAHR - Edwin L. Sahr, 79, of 642 Niagara Falls Blvd.. North Tonawanda, Monday (Oct. 27. 1969) at Niagara Lutheran Home. Buffalo, after a long illness. A native of North Tonawanda. he had been employed at the Wurlitzer Co. for more than 40 years, retiring six years ago. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, the Lutheran Laymen's League, Rescue Fire Company and the Benevolent Firemen's Association and was a former superintendent of St Paul Lutheran School. Survivors include his wife. Alma (nee Wilke) Sahr: three daughters, Mrs. Arthur (Bernice) Wood of North Tonawanda, Mrs. Francis (Marguerite) Beyette of Tonawanda and Mrs. Paul (Cora) Mallue of Canton, Ohio: nine grandchildren, and three greatgrandchildren. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday and until noon on thursday at the John O. Roth Funeral Home, Morgan and William Streets, Tonawanda. Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Old Falls Boulevard, by the Rev. Enno A. Schmoock. Burial in Resthaven Cemetery. If desired, memorials may be made to Niagara Lutheran Home or St. Paul Lutheran School. | SAHR, Edwin Louis (I62537)
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| 19288 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News STAHL - Otto P. Stahl, 88, of Tonawanda, Friday (May 23, 1986) at DeGraff Memorial Hospital. Born in Getzville, he had been a resident of Tonawanda for the past 65 years and was the father of the late Gloria M. Witkopf. Mr. Stahl had been employed at Columbus McKinnon Corp for 44 years, retiring in 1965 and was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Getzville Volunteer Fire Department, Historical Society of the Tonawandas and the Tonawanda Senior Citizens He is survived by his wife, Margaret B. (nee Reimer) Stahl, two sons, Norman O. Stahl of Tonawanda and La Verne F. (Judy) Stahl of Youngstown, N. Y., nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at John O. Roth Funeral Home Inc., Morgan and William Streets, Tonawanda, where services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday by the Rev. Robert L. Rickus. Burial will be White Chapel Memorial Park Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church. (26) | STAHL, Otto P (I95946)
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| 19289 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News SZEPESI - John Szepesi, 62, of North Tonawanda, Saturday (February 17, 1979) at Mt. St. Mary Hospital, Lewiston, N.Y. He is survived by a daughter, Miss Sandra Lee Szepesi of Ransom ville; three stepsons, Charles (Lois) Myers of Marilla, Lawrence (Cathy) Myers of Tonawanda and David (Margie) Myers of Miami Town, Ohio; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Walter (Margaret) Boehnke of Tonawanda and Mrs. Thomas (Anne) Biggs of Lancaster; eighteen grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Blair of Tonawanda and Mrs. Elizabeth Krolczyk of Erie, Pa., a brother, Michael Szepesi of Tonawanda and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc., 1241 Oliver St., at Ward Rd., North Tonawanda Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Services will be held at the funeral home Tuesday at 11 a.m., the Rev. Walter L. Wenhold will officiate. Interment Acacia Park Cemetery | SZEPESI, John (I145013)
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| 19290 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News THE ENGAGEMENT of Miss Dolores Bush to Steve Baronieh, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Baronieh, 39 17th Ave., was announced Valentine's Day by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Bush of Lockport Ave. The wedding is planned for July. ALSO North Tonawanda NY Evening News - 8/29/1952 A bridal costmue of white satin was the choice of Miss Dolores E. Bush for her marriage to Steve W. Baronich July 26 at 4 p.m. in the church of St. John the Baptist, Germain St., Buffalo. The Rev. Join Zuch officiated before the gladiol adorned altar. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Bush of Tonawanda Creek Rd. and the bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Baronich of 17th Ave. The bodice of the bride's gown was fashioned with a sweetheart neckline of illusion and her lace sleeves ended in points upon the wrists. Her fingertip veil of nylon illusion was caught to a crown of seed pearls. She carried white roses, carnations and mums centered with a white orchid. Miss Shirley Bush was maid of honor for her sister and the bridesmaids were Miss Dorothy Baronich and Miss Helen Denk Lace bodices and flowing skirts of net and taffeta fashioned their gowns. Barbara Porter, in pink, was flower girl. Robert Baronich, brother of the bridegroom, was best man. Edward Stockburger and C h e s t e r Spoth ushered. A blue lace costume accented with white accessories and pink roses was worn by the bride's mother. Mrs. Baronich favored an aqua ensemble and yellow roses. A reception was given at the Wendelville Fire Hall with 200 in attendance. Guests came f r om Pennsylvania, Toronto and Buffalo as well as the Tonawandas. . Travelling to Atlantic City and New York City, the bride was attired in a navy blue suit with white accessories and a white orchid. The newlyweds are now at home in 388 Main St., Tonawanda. Shower hostesses included Miss Shirley Bush, Miss Helen Denk, Mrs, Eugene Hoffman and Mrs. Eyra Hoffman. | Family: BARONICH, Steve W / BUSH, Dolores E (F34197)
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| 19291 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News The wedding of Miss Clara H. Bish er and Mr. Roy E. Creasey, both of Lockport, was solemnized, Wednesday evening, June 30th, at the parsonage of the Broad Street Baptist Church. Reverend C. W. Jarvis performed the ceremony. The attendants were: Mr. and Mrs. Smith of North Tonawanda, Mr. and Mrs. Creasey will take up their residence in Lockport. | Family: CREASEY, Roy Evans / BISHER, Clara H (F52718)
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| 19292 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News WANKASKY - Gary L. Wankasky, 33, of T o n a w a n d a , N Y. U n e x p e c t e d l y Wednesday (May 6, 1981). He is survived by his parents Bernard and Evelyn (nee Penzien) Wankasky. A brother Dennis G. Wankasky and 2 sisters Mrs. Jerry (Yvonne) Olejniczak and Judy A. Wankasky. Also surviving are 4 nephews, 2 nieces, many aunts and uncles and cousins. The family will be present on THURSDAY from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Hamp Funeral Home Inc., Adam and Seymour S t r e e t s , Tonawanda where funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, the Rev. William P. Hennessy officiating. Florwers gratefully declined. If desired, memorials to the Cerebral Palsey Foundation are preferred by the family. | WANKASKY, Gary Lee (I94835)
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| 19293 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News White gladiolas, palms and light- ed candles adorned tha altar and white satin bows and clusters of red asters decorated the pews of the Third Presbyterian Church Saturday evening Sept. 21, for the marriage of Miss Lucille Goodman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs Stanley Goodman and Robert Schmitt, son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Schmitt. The Rev. William H. Saye, officiated at a double ring ceremony. Miss Arlene Lubs, cousin of the bride, presided at the organ, playing soft music throughout the ceremony, and sccompanying Mrs. Gunnison, soloist, who sang, "Because" and "The Lord's Prayer." Given in marriage by her father, the bride was lovely in a gown of white satin and net, fashioned with high rounded neckline, with net and beaded yoke, fitted sstin bodice with peplum snd long sleeves forming points over the wrists. The full net skirt faffing in a long train. Her finger tip circular veil fell from a beaded tiara. She carried a showed bouquet of white roses, pompoms and gyosophilia. She also wore a single strand pearl necklace, a gift of the groom. Mrs. Kenneth Holmes, cousin of the bride, sttended as matron of honor, while Miss Anne Goodman, sister of the bride and Miss Dorothey Rhoadhouse acted as bridesmaids. The sttendants all wore identical gowns of white faille and carried bouquets of red roses, white pompoms, and aypsophilia, tied with red satin ribbons, and each wearing a small cluster of white pompoms in their hair. Kenneth Holmes was best man. and the ushers were Glenwood Zimmerman. cousin of the sroom and Gerald Dischinger. The mothers' of the bride and groom each chose black crepe with matching accessories, and wore corsages of mixed flowers. Following the ceremony a reception for 123 guests was held at the home of the bride In Wilson. A buffet lunch was served from a lace covered table. centered with a tiered wedding cake and lighted tapers. Miss Kay McCann and- Miss Helen Rhodehouse pre- siding at the urns Mr. and Mrs. Schmitt left for a motor trip to West Virginia, visiting tha Luray Caverns, and returning by the way of Washington D. C. The bride traveled in a brown wool suit with matching accessories, and a corsage of yellow roses. Upon their return and after Oct. 1, they will be at home at 1009 Nash Road. On Thursday evening Sept. 19, after the rehersal. Mr. and Mrs. Ward Hagle entertained the bridal party and the two immediate families at which time the bride presented her attendants with gifts of bracelets, and the groom presented his with wallets. Pre-nuptial affairs were given by Mrs. Ward Hagle. Oorothy Schmitt, Mrs. Kenneth Holmes. Arlene Lubs, Mrs. Oberan and Miss Dorothy Rhoadhouse. | Family: SCHMITT, Robert E / GOODMAN, Lucille (F35834)
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| 19294 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News WODO - John Wodo, former- ly of East Falls Street, Niagara Falls, died Saturday (Dec. 28, 1963) in Buffalo, N.Y. Husband of the late Mary Uboski. Survi- v o r s include two daughters, Mrs. Theadore (Jeannette) Niemiec of North Tonawanda and Mrs. Stanley (Helen) Rykiel of Niag- ara Falls; two sons, Marian Wodo and Edward Wodo, also of Niagara Falls. Also survived by eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral at Chester G. Tubinis Funeral Home, 1646 E. Falls St., Niagara Falls, Tuesday, Dec. 31, 1963, at 8:30 a.m., and at 9 a.m. in Our Lady of the Rosary Church. In- terment in Gate of Heaven Ceme- tery. Recitation of Rosary at 7:30 p.m. Monday. Deceased was a member of Woodmen of the World Camp 211 which will con- duct memorial services at 8 p.m. Monday. ALSO Niagara Gazette - 12/28/1963 John Wodo, 78, formerly of 1328 E. Fails St., died in Buffalo today (Dec. 28, 1963) aft- er a long illness. A native of Poland, Mr. Wodo came to this country and this city 57 years ago. He was employed by the Aluminum, Company of America for many years until the plant here closed. He was a member of Woodmen of the World Camp No. 211. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Stanley (Helen) Rykiel, this city, Miss Marian Wodo, Town of Niagara, and Mrs. Theodore (Jeannette) Niemiec, North Tonawanda; a son, Edward Wodo, this city; 8 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. The services will be held at 8:30'a.m. Tuesday at the Tubinis Funeral Home and at 9 o'clock at Our Lady of the Rosary Church. Burial will be in the Gate of Heaven Cemetery. The rosary will be recited at 7;30 p.m.. Monday. Friends may call after 1 p.m. Sunday. | WODO, John (I97662)
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| 19295 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News ZIEHL - Mrs. Emma Ziehl, nee Peters. 98, 149 Keil St., North Ton awanda, died Wednesday morning May 6, 1953, in DeGraff Memorial Hospital after a long illness. Born in the Town of Wheatfield, she was a life-long resident of this area. She was a member of St. Paul's Lu- theran Church. She is survived by her husband, John, and a broth- er, Walter Peters of Tonawanda. The late George Peters was also a brother, and the late Mrs. Louise Bush was a sister. Friends may call at the residence, 149 Keil St., North Tonawanda, where services will be Friday at 2:30 p.m. The Rev. Frederick A. Hinners will of- ficiate. Burial will be in White Chapel Memorial Park. | PETER, Emma L (I63026)
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| 19296 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News A former North Tonawandan, Mrs. Sophia Fehrmann, now of Taylor Ridge, 111., is celebrating her 90th birthday today. Mrs. Fehrmann moved to Taylor Ridge, about a year ago following the death of her daughter, Mrs. Ruth Toellner with whom she had made her home. She is the widow of the l a te Charles Fehrmann, proprietor of a hotel for many years in Lockport Rd., Martinsville s e c t i o n . They were parents of t h r ee daughters, Clara. Lucinda and Ruth and a son, Arthur. All are deceased. Mrs. Fehrmann, the f o r m e r Sophia Freck, was born in the Freck family home, Nash Rd., in 1869. She and her husband lived their entire married life in Martinsville. She has two grandchildren, Walter E. Toellner, North Tonawanda, and Artha Fehrmann Stuebe. She makes her home with Mrs. Stuebe. Mrs. Fehrmann still busies herself with light household duties, attends church regularly and en joys television. She retains her membership in St. Paul's Luther- an Church Falls Blvd. Mrs. Fehrmann has a sister, Mrs. Emma Zimmerman, 520 Old Falls Blvd. Other members of her immediate family were four sisters and a brother, the late Mrs. Mary Edwards. Elizabeth Ernsting, Louise Hepp, Caroline Wollenberg and a brother, the late Joseph Freck. | FRECK, Sophia (I82515)
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| 19297 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News ADAMS - Melva W. (nee Schultz) Adams, 61, of North Tonawanda, W e d n e s d a y evening (June 2, 1976) at DeGraff Memorial Hospital after a long illness. A native of North Tonawanda she was a member of Grace L u t h e r a n C h u r c h, Niagara Falls, N.Y. She is survived by her husband, Jerauld H. Adams; three cousins, M r s . F. G e o r ge (Lorraine) Fagan of O r c h a r d Park, Mrs. Howard (Marie) Zuch and Laverne G. Ot- terstein, both of North Tonawanda. Frienda may call from 7 to 9 Thursday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday only at John O. Roth Funeral Home, Morgan and William Sts., Tonawanda. Services will be conducted at Grace Lutheran Church (Cayuga Drive) Niagara Falls at 1:30 p.m. Saturday by the Rev. Daniel D. Otto. Burial will be in Friedens Cemetery. ALSO ADAMS — In loving memory of my beloved wife, Melvia Adams, who passed away one year ago today, June 2, 1976. In all the world we shall not find A heart so wonderfully kind So soft a voice, so sweet a smile, Inspiration so worthwhile, A sympathy so sure, so deep, A love so beautiful to keep. Sadly missed by, Husband Jerauld Adams | SCHULTZ, Melva W (I112653)
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| 19298 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News ALBRIGHT - Alvina K. Al- bright (Roggow) in New Port Richy, Fla., Aug. 30,1961, formerly of 121 Keil St., North Tonwanda. Beloved wife of William; mother of Graydon William Albright of Champagne, Ill., Mrs. Richard (Katherine) Goerg of Freeport, Ohio, and Lamar R. Albright of Orlando. Fla.: sister of Waldemar Roggow of Niagara Falls, N.Y., George and Norman Roggow of North Tonawanda and Earl Roggow of Tonawanda; also survived by six grandchildren; Friends received at the William Brunner Funeral Home, 156 Robinson St., North Tonawanda, after 2 p.m. Saturday. Time of funeral to be announced later. | ROGGOW, Alvina K (I108398)
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| 19299 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News ALTMAYER - Jacob N. Altmayer, 59, of 70 Rumbold Ave.. North Tonawanda, died Friday afternoon (March 28, 1958) at De- Graff Memorial Hospital after a after a long illness. Surviving are h i s wife, Martha (nee Scholles); three daughters. Mrs. Leon Schuyler. Mrs. Henry Donner Jr. and Miss Marilyn Altmayer all of North Tonawanda: three grandchildren, and two sisters. Mrs. Harold Jedele of Tonawanda and Mrs, George Proefrock of North Tona- wanda Mr. Altmayer was the fa- ther of the late Paul Altmayer. both of Tonawanda: a grandson Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home, 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. where services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday. The Rev. Carl e. Berges will officiate. In- terment in Friedens Cemetery. | ALTMAYER, Jacob (I87135)
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| 19300 | North Tonawanda NY Evening News ARENZ - LeGrand H. Arenz. 57, formerly of Tonawanda, Thursday (Oct. 26, 1972) in Buffalo after a long illness. A resident of Tonawanda for the greater part of his life, Mr. Arenz had been employed by the Bell-Aerospace Co. for more than 25 years before retiring due to illness. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Harriet (nee Doyle) Arenz; a son, Robert Arenz of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; two daughters, Mrs. Glen (Judith) Shephard of Grand Island, N.Y., and Mrs. James (Sharon) Malone of Euclid, Ohio; an uncle, Howard Arenz of Tonawanda. also surviving are three grandchildren and several cousins. The family will be present from 24 and 7-9 p.m., at the Hamp Funeral Home, Inc., Adam and Seymour Streets, Tonawanda, where services will be conducted at 2- p.m. Saturday afternoon, the Rev. Claude Bicheler officiating. Interment in Elmlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society are preferred by the family. | ARENZ, LeGrand H (I94877)
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