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| 25951 | William A. Wrietsch, 78, died suddenly last night in his home, 50 Allan St. Born in Germany, Mr. Wrietsch had been a resident of North Tonawanda 70 years. Surviving are his wife, Nora, nee Loxley; foster daughter, Mrs. Martin Brauer; stepdaughter, Mrs. Clarence Thompson; stepsons, Loyal Kepner and Ivor Kepner; brothers, August and Herman Wrietsch; sisters: Mrs. Hattie Dauck, Escanaba, Mich., and Mrs. George Stoeckel, Lockport. Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Monday in the family residence. The Rev. Theodore Rehkopf officiating. Burial in St. Matthews Cemetery. | RIETSCH, William August (I103244)
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| 25952 | William A. “Bill” Pierangelino, Sr., 92, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on September 23, 2021 in Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late Silvio and Maria (Burnetti) Pierangelino. Bill was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School. He enlisted in the United States Army during the Korean War until his honorable discharge in 1956. On August 19, 1959 he married his beloved wife, Patricia D. “Pattie” (Moore) Pierangelino in the former Our Lady of the Rosary Church. Mrs. Pierangelino predeceased him on July 3, 2018. Bill began working at the New York Power Authority, as well as various local factories prior to working alongside his brother, Pierre. In 2000, he retired from the New York State Parks & Recreation Department as an electrician after 20 years. Bill was a devout Catholic and lifelong parishioner of St. Joseph’s Church and its Holy Name Society. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #247 and a boy scout leader in his younger years. Bill was an avid dice player, enjoyed going to the casino, and enjoyed small craft projects in his later years. Mr. Pierangelino is survived by his children, Laurie (James) Fasciano, William A. Pierangelino, Jr., Christina Pierangelino (Jerry Carella); his grandchildren, Maria (Vernon) DiCarlo, Daniel (Safah) Fasciano, Katherine (Max) Sokolov, Marisa Pierangelino, Janelle Pierangelino, Amanda (David) Wylucki and was predeceased by one granddaughter, Kayla Ackerson-Pease. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren, Jackson, Margo and Vienna; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Bill was predeceased by his siblings, Elmita (late Nick) Petrillo, Rose (late John) Pennington, Andrew (late Mary) Pierangelino, Albert Pierangelino, Guido (late Josephine) Pierangelino, Dr. Rudolph Pierangelino, Henry “Pierre” Pierangelino, and John (Jan) Pierangelino. Mr. Pierangelino’s Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 29 at 12:30 PM in Holy Family Parish at St. Joseph Church, 1413 Pine Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY. Military honors and entombment will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in memory of Bill and his granddaughter Kayla to the Epilepsy Foundation, 3540 Crain Highway Suite 675 Bowie, MD 20716. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | PIERANGELINO, William A (I197830)
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| 25953 | William Allan Schrecengost, 71, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2020, at the Buffalo VA Medical Center. Born in Mercer, PA, he was the son of the late William and Wilma Jean (Little) Schrecengost. Bill enlisted into the United States Army in 1971 and proudly served until his honorable discharge in 1975. On December 23, 1989, he married Judith (Marshanke) Schrecengost at the former Niagara Falls Wintergarden. Bill was employed as a millwright at Cascades in Niagara Falls for several years prior to moving to North Carolina in 1996 with his wife. While living in North Carolina, he worked as a boiler operator at Jordan Lumber where he retired after many years of dedication. Bill and Judy recently returned to Niagara Falls to be closer to their family. He enjoyed restoring old cars, spending time outdoors, camping with his family, as well as cat fishing. Mr. Schrecengost is survived by his children, Tina (late Duane) Delgrolice, Jeff (Paula) Norton, Peggy (Ken) Paul and was predeceased by his daughter, Linda (Ken) Cooper. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Nicole Falcone, Anthony Falcone, Jenny (Donny) Ames, Kate (Kenny) Stoneback, Adam Paul, Brian Paul and Cody (Vicki) Paul; his siblings, Sam (Judy) Schrecengost, Ross (Debbie) Schrecengost, Nancy (Jeff) Burdick, Richard Schrencengost, Anna (Rick) Hartloss and Ruth (Mike) Cicek and was predeceased by one sister Donna (late Terry) Purves. Bill also is survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Per Bill’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral services at this time. Arrangements by M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | SCHRECENGOST, William Allan (I202801)
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| 25954 | William and Jennie lived on a farm, adjacent to his brothers, Frederick and Joseph, about 5 1/2 miles west of Mountain City, in Doe Valley. William was considered prosperous for his time, and an aristocrat. We believe he owned slaves at one time, and unlike many of his family, was sympathetic to the Southern cause. | SHOUN, William (I549)
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| 25955 | William B. Grawe - Age 80 of North Tonawanda, August 28, 1999 in Kenmore Mercy Hospital after a lengthy illness. Beloved husband of Dorettia (nee Heywang) Grawe for 54 years; father of Nelwyn (Jeffrey) Adams of Rochester, Ronald (Christine) Grawe of Lewiston and Donald (Karen) Grawe of Venice, CA; grandfather of seven grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; brother of Marie Reich of Tonawanda and the late Mildred Janowsky, Dorothy Alliger, Allen and Herman Grawe; brother-in-law of Hilda Grawe of Wheatfield; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mr. Grawe was a member of St. John Lutheran Church and Tonawanda American Legion Post #264. As a carpenter working for Linwood Builders he built many homes in North Tonawanda and had also for the Maintenance Department of Kenmore Mercy Hospital. Friends may call at the FRETTHOLD FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. in North Tonawanda on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 1 PM from St. John Lutheran Church (Ward Rd. and Niagara Falls Blvd.) Interment in St. John Lutheran Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to St. John Lutheran Church or the American Cancer Society. Buffalo News on 8/29/1999 | GRAWE, William B (I57998)
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| 25956 | William B. KREIB Visit Guest Book KREIB - William E. September 30, 2012, of Town of Tonawanda, NY. Beloved husband of the late Carol (Schultz) Kreib; dear father of Mark (Toni), Lori (Kevin) Gilcart and Matthew (Michelle) Kreib; loving opa of Joshua, Zachary, Kila, Cole and Sophia; brother of Robert (Betty) and the late Norman (late Bertha) Kreib and Ruth (late R.J.) Fivecoat. Friends may call Friday 6-9 PM at the LESTER H. WEDEKINDT INC., FUNERAL HOME, 3290 Delaware Ave. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service followed by Military Honors on Saturday at 10:00 AM in Zion United Church of Christ, Parker Blvd. and Koenig Circle, Tonawanda, NY. Bill was a proud veteran of the US Navy serving in the Korean War. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial contributions may be made to the Zion UCC. Published in the Buffalo News from October 7 to October 8, 2012 | KREIB, William E (I48752)
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| 25957 | WILLIAM BROEKER The Evening News of the Tonawandas, Tuesday, February 3, 1925 William Broeker ten years old, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Broeker of the Witmer road died last evening. Besides his parents he is survived by two brothers. Edward and Reynold Broeker and four sisters, Elsie, Selma, Martha and Ellenore Broeker. The funural will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the late residence and half an hour later from the St. Peter's church on Oliver street, Rev. Mueller officiating. Burial will be in the city cemetery. | BROEKER, William (I68384)
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| 25958 | William C. Heroy, retired miller, died at 4:30 o'clock this morning at his home in the Rapids. In his 88th year. He had been in failing health for the past two years. Mr. Heroy was born in the town of Hartland, son of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Heroy but had lived in the Rapids since he was three years old. As a young man he learned the carpenter trade. Later he opened a custom feed and cider mill which he operated for 50 years. Surviving are one son, John E. Heroy, and a grandson, Donald Heroy, both of Lockport. Services will be held Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock at the home. Burial will be in Stahler cemetery. | HEROY, William (I131249)
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| 25959 | William C. SCIUK Visit Guest Book SCIUK - William C. December 24, 2012, age 95, in Boca Raton, FL, formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, beloved husband of Virginia M. (Ippolito); dearest father of Elizabeth Stoklosa, David and Paula (Kenneth) Sciog; loving grandfather of Robyn Muehlbauer and three great-grandchildren; son of the late Lawrence P. and the late Julia A. (Olszowy); predeceased by siblings Joseph, Genevieve, Frank and Emily; also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Sciuk was a WWII veteran and Chevy Tonawanda retiree. Private memorial to be held at a later date. Published in the Buffalo News on December 30, 2012 | SCIUK, William C (I60137)
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| 25960 | WILLIAM C. STENZEL NORTH TONAWANDA - Funeral services for William C. Stenzel, 89, of 2552 Niagara Road, Town of Wheatfield, will be conducted Thursday at 1 p.m. at the Fretthold Funeral Home with the Rev. Clarence W. Rabe officiating. Burial will be in St. John's Lutheran Cemetery. Mr. Stenzel died Monday (May 24, 1971) in Mount St. Mary Hospital, Lewiston, after a long illness. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, the St. Johnsburg Fire Co., was a former welfare officer of the Town of Wheatfield for 25 years, and had operated the Uncle Bill Roller Rink in St. Johnsburg. He is survived by his widow, Elsie (lngwersen) Stenzel; five daughters, Mrs. Lewis Werth of the Town of Wheatfield; Mrs. Alfred Schimschack of California, and Mrs. Walter Newmann, Mrs. Robert Schoenfeldt and Mrs. Howard Sahr, all of North Tonawanda; a son, Howard G. Stenzel of North Tonawanda; eight grandchildren and 11 great -grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at. the funeral home. | STENZEL, William Charles (I56618)
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| 25961 | William C. Thorn, Jr. Died: February 08, 2016 Send Flowers William Clifford Thorn, Jr., 65, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Andover, Ohio on February 8, 2016. Born in Charlotte, NC, he was the loving son of the late William, Sr. and Clara (Pulvino) Thorn. William moved to the Niagara Falls area with his family as a child and attended the former St. Mary’s of the Cataract School. He was a graduate of the former Trott Vocational High School, where he studied Culinary Arts and began working as a Chef. He also attended Cosmetology school and worked at locally at various studios for many years. William was later employed as a social worker with Niagara Cerebral Palsy. In his leisure time, he enjoyed traveling to Europe and South America. Mr. Thorn is survived by his brother Wayne Thorn and was predeceased by his sister, Dianne Thorn. He is also survived by his Uncles John and Russel Pulvino; one niece Lisa Harless; cousins Mary Ellen (Richard) Olka, Kelly (Bryan) Brooks, Theresa (Larry) Pinghera and John Scott. A memorial service will be held at St. Mary’s of the Cataract Church in Niagara Falls at a later date. Interment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lewiston, NY, will be held at the convenience of the family. | THORN, William Clifford (I44661)
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| 25962 | William C. Vincent August 9, 1937 - February 22, 2019 It was first said, I believe, by Frank Morgan, that “A heart is not judged by how much you love, but by how much you are loved by others.” This could not be more true in the case of my dad, William Clifford Vincent, 81, of Middleport, NY who entered into rest at home om February, 22nd, 2019. Born on August 9th, 1937 in Vancouver, Canada to Army Brigadier General and NATO Officer, Gordon Vincent and wife Dorothy (Redding) Vincent, Bill’s upbringing steered him toward college and then into the Canadian Royal Navy. After years traveling abroad, he then pursued a career in music as a gifted session guitarist and singer in the 50’s and 60’s, meeting and playing alongside of industry greats, such as Jimi Hendrix at Electric Lady Land Studios in NYC and featured player on the original classic, “The Locomotion” by Little Eva. From NY to Detroit to LA, he lived the life of a troubadour, making little money, sleeping on various floors and relishing every moment! After a brief and uneventful first marriage, his second marriage to my mother, Paula (Corrallo) made him a parent. With a new family to provide for, Bill left LA session work and settled for some time in Lockport, NY in 1970 garnering himself a “real job” at General Motors’ Harrison Radiator Division (where he eventually retired in 1997). Forever the consummate musician, he continued to play in local groups and teach guitar to future WNY greats, Such as Dave Stoll of “The Stoll Brothers” fame. It was at Harrison’s (after a second child, subsequent divorce and brief marriage/divorce to Bonnie) where he, at long last, had found his soulmate, Linda L. (nee Jakabowski), Vincent who’s unyielding devotion and love nurtured Bill through his difficult last few years of failing health. They were married on June, 18th, 1990 in Barker, NY and settled in Middleport, NY where they have resided for 30 years in his beloved log cabin. As an avid outdoorsman, he spent his retirement hunting, fishing, making lures, wine and music, traveling and enjoying his family and loving Linda’s children and grandchildren as much as he loved his own. He overcame many health-related obstacles over the past decade or so, surviving multiple bouts of skin cancer, heart attacks, dual hip replacements and fatigue brought on by a combination of a quarter century of hard work and a lifetime of hard livin’, none of which dampened his spirit quick sense of humor and lust for life. His last few years were spent loving his partner and spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren whenever time and circumstance would allow. He passed from this life to join his beloved father and mother as a Christian, realizing that he was valued, appreciated and loved without measure by the people he had bestowed his wisdom and his devotion upon. We, his family and friends, will carry his love with us wherever we go and empart his lust for life to all we encounter, cementing his legacy as a man who lived life on his own terms, never apologizing for a life well lived. Bill is survived by his loving wife, Linda L. Vincent, His children, Peter (Kelly) Vincent and Andrea (Brian) Aldrich, Dawn (Joe) Fonzi, Shelly Sherman, his grandchildren, Devan Mathews, Taylor and Alexandra Vogt, Raymond and Samantha Aldrich, Ryan (Kate) and Morgan Fonzi, Isaac and Malcolm Zachary, and his great grandchildren, Gavin, Scylla and Layne. Family and friends are invited to attend visitation at the Sherrie-Bream Funeral Home, 4521 Main Street on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. A memorial service will be held from the funeral home on Thursday, February 28, 2019 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers memorials appreciated to Niagara Hospice. Please go to www.sherriebreamfuneralhome.com and leave a condolence for the family. Written by Peter G. Vincent FAMILY Bill is survived by his loving wife, Linda L. Vincent His children, Peter (Kelly) Vincent and Andrea (Brian) Aldrich, Dawn (Joe) Fonzi, Shelly Sherman his grandchildren, Devan Mathews, Taylor and Alexandra Vogt, Raymond and Samantha Aldrich, Ryan (Kate) and Morgan Fonzi, Isaac and Malcolm Zachary great grandchildren, Gavin, Scylla and Layne. | VINCENT, William Clifford (I194684)
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| 25963 | William C. “Bill” Gwizdowski of Lewiston, NY passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, surrounded by his devoted family and under the compassionate care of Niagara Hospice. He was 77. Born in Buffalo, NY to the late Chester and Adele (née Niski) Gwizdowski, Bill’s life was marked by service, dedication, and deep love for family. A proud graduate of Cardinal Doherty High School, he went on to earn his Bachelor’s degree in Business from Canisius College, laying the foundation for a life of leadership and integrity. Bill answered the call to serve his country, enlisting in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1973, and later continuing his commitment in the U.S. Air Force Reserves, where he retired with distinction as a Lieutenant Colonel. His military career was followed by his role as Chief of Security Police at the Niagara Falls Air Base, and most recently, he served his community as a clerk for the Erie County Board of Elections. He was first married to the late Joann Nizzaro, with whom he shared many years of love and partnership until her passing in 2001. In 2005, Bill found joy again when he married Donna L. Dever at the Niagara Falls Air Force Base. Together, they shared nearly two decades of companionship, laughter, and adventure. Bill was a man of many passions. A lifelong Buffalo Bills fan, he brought enthusiasm to every game day. He was a proud member of NIMAC and found quiet joy in working on puzzles. His love of travel took him on cruises to the Caribbean and Alaska, but his greatest joy was always found in the company of his cherished family, both biological and extended. Bill’s legacy of service, warmth, and unwavering devotion to family will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. He is survived by his beloved wife, Donna; his loving children, Eric (April) Gwizdowski, Julie Ortiz, and Jennifer (Doug) Weinert; and dear step-children, Laura (Michael) Marra and Daniel Segarra. Bill was a proud grandfather to nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, each of whom brought him immense pride and happiness. He is also survived by his caring siblings: Richard (Coleen) Gwizdowski, Christine (Donald) Petschke, Arlene (Alan) Hay, Frank (Debra) Gwizdowski, Donald (Tina) Gwizdowski, and Linda (David) Benn; as well as a host of treasured in-laws, nieces, and nephews. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 3–7 PM at Hardison Funeral Homes, Inc., 401 Ridge Street, Lewiston. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, September 15, 2025, at 10 AM at St. Peter’s RC Church, 620 Center Street, Lewiston. All are kindly asked to assemble at the church. Condolences may be shared at HARDISONFUNERALHOMES.com. | GWIZDOWSKI, William Chester (I232787)
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| 25964 | WILLIAM CARL SPRENGER William Carl Sprenger died at his home, 142 Cramer street, North Tonawanda early this morning at the age of 77. Born in Germany, Sprenger lived in the Twin Cities for 63 years. Employed as a lumber inspector, he was a member of St. Matthew's church and the Men's Club of the church. Sprenger is survived by his wife, Bertha, three sons, Benjamin A.. Walter H, and Gerhardt F.; a daughter, Mrs. Harold O. Tussing; five brothers, Ernest, Ferdinand, Herman. Charles, and Richard; and four grandchildren. All the survivors are Twin Cities' residents. The funeral will be held Tuesday at 2:30 p. m from the home of the deceased Rev Carl F. Frankenstein will officiate Interment will be in St. Matthew's cemetery. | SPRENGER, William Carl (I216476)
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| 25965 | William D. Fedder, 70, of the Town of Cambria, NY, died Monday, November 9, 2009, in Mount St. Mary's Hospital, Lewiston, NY, following a short illness. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY on February 20, 1939, the son of Thelma and Henry Fedder, and step-son of Roy Schul, where he attended local schools.Bill was a graduate of Wilson High School in the Class of 1957. He was employed as a heavy equipment operator for over 40 years through the IUOE, Local #463, prior to retiring in 1999. He enjoyed gardening, bird watching, motor sports and was a ham radio operator.He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, the former Penelope A. Barr; three sons, Patrick of Town of Cambria, Andrew of Fairfax, VA, and Jason (Melissa) of Town of Cambria; sisters and brother, Joanne (Richard) Brewer, Judith Heppner, Jeanne Schul, Carl (Tina) Schul, Julie (Douglas) Bliven; and grandfather to Evangeline, Thor and "Special Papa" to Joseph William. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.The family will be present Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, Sanborn, 5893 Hoover Road, where funeral services will be held on Thursday at 11 AM. Burial will be in the Budd Road Cemetery, Town of Cambria, NY.Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register. | FEDDER, William Day (I38451)
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| 25966 | William D. ‘Bill’ Britt joined our Lord suddenly on August 2, 2019. Born in Newfane May 25, 1937 to the late Thomas and Frances (nee Boudin) Britt. He was a graduate of Newfane High School excelling in basketball. Bill enjoyed sports and vintage Cadillac cars. He was employed for 24 years with Simmons Saw & Steel. Bill was a member of All Saints Parish and enjoyed spending time with his family, camping, and morning coffee with friends at Tim Hortons. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Diane (nee Burlinghoff), his siblings Marcia Porter, Mary (John) Forsyth, Franklin (Lucille) Britt, his brother-in-law of Robert K. Anderson, his nephews Thomas J. Forsyth and David R. Forsyth, and his great nephews William L. Reabold and Jared J. Forsyth. Bill is survived by his sister Elizabeth Anderson of Lockport; also several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews, and great-great-great nieces and nephews. Private services were held at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations to the American Diabetes Association, 4955 North Bailey Ave., #217, Amherst, NY 14226 or to the United Cerebral Palsy Association, 7 Community Drive, Buffalo, NY 14218 would be appreciated by the family. Visit pruddenandkandt.com. | BRITT, William D (I173514)
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| 25967 | William Duwe Deceased William A. Duwe, 82, of 11406 Maple Ridge Road, died at the Medina Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, having been in ill health for the past two years. Mr. Duwe was born in Wolcottsville, June 26, 1897, the son of Albert and Louise Ribbeck Duwe, and he had been engaged in farming, trucking and carpentry in the Medina area. He was a veteran of WW I, having served in the U.S. Marine Corps in France. He is survived by a brother, Carl Duwe of Cleveland, Ohio; two half-brothers, Samuel Duwe of Barker and Gordon Duwe of Lockport; a half sister, Mrs. Wilbur (Ethel) Jolls of Lockport, and several nephews and nieces. Relatives and friends may call at the Houseman Funeral Home, 228 Park Ave., Friday (7-9). The Rev. Ronald Haefer, pastor of St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church, will officiate at an 11 a.m. service on Saturday, with burial in West Ridgeway Cemetery. | DUWE, William (I69329)
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| 25968 | William E. "Big Bill" Hollar, Sr. 84, of Wheatfield, New York, Tuesday (December 8, 2020) in Millard Fillmore Suburban. Mr. Hollar was born in Everett, Pa, on September 8, 1936 to Earl and Ora (Kifer) Hollar. Mr. Hollar was a United States Army Veteran, retired Pipefitter with various unions in Western New York including Local 73. In his spare time he was an avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed bird watching, hunting and spending time with his family. Bill was predeceased by his Step brother Richard Taylor, and brother in law John Gentleman. Bill is survived by his wife of 61 years L. Darlene (Foor) Hollar, father of William (Bonnie) Hollar, Jr.; Robert (Tracie), and Brian (Ariani) Hollar, brother of Marshall (Ruthann), Robert (Donna), Doris Gentleman, Derwood (Janese), Gene (Audrey) Hollar and Step sister in law Gen Taylor, grandfather of Stephanie (Greg) Weldy, Nicholas (Amy) Hollar, Jordan Hollar, Marissa (Jared) Majors-Manley, Jami Hollar, Sabrina, and Katherine Hollar, and Matthew Hollar, great grandfather of Mason, Parker, and Brady Hollar, and Austin Weldy. Memorials services will be held at a date and time to be announced. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Niagara County SPCA. https://www.niagaraspca.org/index | HOLLAR, William E (I207539)
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| 25969 | William E. ECKERT Visit Guest Book ECKERT - William E. January 6, 2012, age 90, of Tonawanda, after a long illness, husband of the late Marie (nee Leuer) Eckert; father of Kathryn Kosiak, William (Bobbie) and Alan (Joni) Eckert; also survived by seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 2-5 PM on Sunday only at the HAMP FUNERAL HOME INC., 37 Adam St. at Seymour, Tonawanda. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM Monday at St. Francis Chapel, 71 Adam St., Tonawanda. Friends invited. If desired, memorials to St. Francis Church are preferred. Mr. Eckert was an Army Veteran of WW II and had been employed at Western Electric in Buffalo before retiring. Complete obituary, condolences and directions at www.hampfuneral.com Published in the Buffalo News on January 7, 2012 | ECKERT, William E (I100916)
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| 25970 | William E. Kraatz passed away on Saturday November 26, 2016, in Absolut of Gasport. Born in Cambria, NY on May 7, 1926, he was the son of the late Frederick and Helen Weigand Kraatz. William served in the Merchant Marines from 1944-1947, and then went work for Columbus McKinnon from 1949 until 1952. He also was the owner/operator of William E. Kraatz Construction. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening and woodworking. William also volunteered at the Sr. Loretto Food Pantry and was a member of the St. Vincent DePaul Society. He is predeceased by his wife Doris (nee Oliver) Kraatz, who passed away on December 27, 2010. William was the father of Carolyn (Tim) Henderson, Diane (John) Schwenz, Ellen (Gary) Larson, Jeff (Donna) Kraatz, Margaret Kraatz, Mark (Ann) Kraatz, Daniel (Jacqueline) Kraatz and Molly (Thomas) Budde and step father of the late Mark (late Mary) Oliver and the late Robert (Cheryl) Oliver; grandfather of twenty-one and several great grandchildren; also survived by several nieces and nephews. William was the brother of Walter, Helen Robozzi, David, Douglas and the late Lorraine Townsend Meyers, Joseph, Donald and Irene Knoop Snediker. Friends may call Tuesday Nov. 29th, 3-8 PM in Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee Street, Lockport. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday morning at 10 AM in St. John the Baptist RC Church, 168 Chestnut Street, Lockport. In Lieu of flowers, memorials to the Sr. Loretto Food Pantry, would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences at www.pruddenandkandt.com. | KRAATZ, William E (I184521)
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| 25971 | William E. Kramp Of Newfane, husband of Mildred Catanesi Kramp entered into rest on Sunday October 1, 2017 in Lockport, NY. Bill was born in Somerset, NY on February 26, 1941, the son of the late Albert and Mary Geirtz Kramp. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1963 - 1968. He retired from General Motors after 36 years. Bill was a supervisor for the Niagara County Sheriff Office Work Program where he met many great people along the way. He was a life member and past president of the Newfane Lions Club and a member of the Lockport Elks, Sanborn and Newfane Historical society. Bill volunteered for St. Brendan on the Lake, Olcott Carousal Park and at the Newfane Community Center WNY Food Distribution. He was a court officer, DCO and OCO for the town of Newfane. Bill enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, doing yard work, golfing and watching the Cleveland Indians and Cleveland Browns. Father of Rhonda (Thomas) Murdock, John (Beverly) Kramp, Stephanie (Ray) Chambers, Scott (Laura) Newman, Todd Newman, Jeffrey (Traci) Newman, Kelley Maybach and the late William Kramp Jr. Brother of Albert Kramp, Ruthanne (Paul) Sharron and the late Robert Kramp. Also survived by 21 grandchildren, daughter in law; Sonya Kramp, several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Family and friends may call at the RUTLAND-CORWIN FUNERAL HOME, INC. 2670 Main St. Newfane, NY on THURSDAY from 4 - 8PM. A Mass of Christian burial will be held in St. Brendan on the Lake (Newfane site) on FRIDAY at 11AM. Burial will be in St. Charles Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Newfane Lions Club PO BOX 254 Newfane, NY 14108, Miller Hose Fire Co.6161 McKee St. Newfane, NY or St. Brendan on the Lake 3455 Ewings Rd. | KRAMP, William E (I192241)
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| 25972 | William E. Stuckwisch, age 72, of the Town of Pendleton, May 5, 2017 in Buffalo General Hospital after a brief illness. Mr. Stuckwisch was a teacher at Grand Island High School for 34 years, retiring in 2002. He taught voluntarily at Martin Luther Christian School for one year and had served as the Chairman of the school board. He was an active member of First Trinity Lutheran Church and had volunteered for Habitat for Humanity. Beloved husband of Nancy (DeVantier) Stuckwisch. Dear father of Erica (Christopher) Fire and Wade Stuckwisch. Brother of Stephen (Frances) Stuckwisch, David (Nancy) Stuckwisch, Deborah (Kevin) Boatright, and Stephanie Stuckwisch; 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 Thursday from 2-4 & 7-9 P.M. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 11 A.M. from First Trinity Lutheran Church, 1570 Niagara Falls Blvd., Town of Tonawanda. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to First Trinity Lutheran Church. | STUCKWISCH, William Eldo (I52090)
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| 25973 | William Edward "Bill" Weiss Obituary Weiss, William "Bill" Edward TITUSVILLE, Fla. William Edward Weiss, 63, of Titusville, died on Wednesday, January 14, 2015, at the Merritt Island Health Care facility in Merritt Island, Fla. He was a retired computer programmer for the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles in Albany, before moving to Florida seven years ago to escape the cold weather. Born on September 14, 1951, in Buffalo, he was the first child of Alton M. Weiss and the late Naomi J. Weiss. He was a 1969 graduate of Margaretville Central School and went on for two years to attend Albany State University. After school and several fill-in jobs, he started with the DMV as a computer punch card processor, moving up the ladder until he eventually became a programmer. He was instrumental in the development of computer programs that tied the DMV records together with other states, and eventually with some other countries. As a youth, Bill was a Boy Scout and earned his God and Country award. He very much enjoyed being on the camp staff at Beach Mountain Scout Camp in Sullivan County for several summers. What started out as a Cub Scout project to put together a stamp collection turned out to be a lifelong interest for Bill. He has a vast stamp collection from all parts of the globe and spent many hours working on his collection. Mr. Weiss is survived by his father, Alton M. Weiss of Margaretville; one brother, Donald P. Weiss of Margaretville; three sisters, Ruth C. (Stephen L.) Haffly of Wake Forest, N.C., Lisa K. (Thomas P.) Ruane of Peoria, Ariz., and Marta B. Weiss (Dan Kilmer) of Wassaic. Also surviving are his aunt Ann Kircher of Scotch Plains, N.J.; three nephews, two nieces, three great-nephews and three great-nieces. He was predeceased by his mother, Naomi (Kircher) Weiss. A memorial service will be held in Margaretville in the spring at the same time as his mother is buried. In lieu of flowers, if one wishes, contributions may be made in his name to the Boy Scouts of America, Otschodela Council, Oneonta, N.Y. or the Fairview Public Library in Margaretville, where his mother was the librarian for a number of years. Any expressions of sympathy should be sent to his brother at 1630 South Side Road, Margaretville, NY. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Hynes Funeral Home, Margaretville. Funeral Home Hynes Funeral Home 48 Walnut St Margaretville, NY 12455 (845) 586-3475 Funeral Home Details Published in Albany Times Union on Jan. 17, 2015 William ‘Bill’ Edward Weiss MARGARETVILLE - Memorial services for William “Bill” Edward Weiss, 63, who died Jan. 14, 2015, in Merritt Island, Fla., will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday May 2, at the Hynes Funeral Home, Margaretville, with the Rev. Harold Patterson officiating. Arrangements by the Hynes Funeral Home, Margaretville. | WEISS, William Edward (I173262)
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| 25974 | William Edward Sacher "Willard", age 67 of Sanborn, NY, entered into rest unexpectedly due to a farm accident, on August 8, 2025. Born in Tonawanda, NY on February 27, 1958, son of the late Robert Edward and Virginia Rose (Netter) Sacher. He was employed as a distribution manager for Cardinal Health, for forty years, retiring in June 2021. William loved cooking making beef jerky, was an avid farmer, and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Diana (Pfohl) Sacher, whom he married December 6, 2013; a son, John (Lisa) Sacher of Wheatfield; two grandchildren, Ella and Evie Sacher; a sister, Patricia (Don) Belmont of Indiana; and several nieces and nephews.Abiding by William's wishes, there will not be a public visitation or service. A private celebration of his life, will take place with his family. Memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity, or the local voluunteer fire company. Arrangements were with the DuBois Funeral Home, Wheatfield, NY. | SACHER, William E (I232490)
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| 25975 | William Edward Skivington Jr Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army 1st Infantry Regiment, 23rd Infantry Division Entered the Service From: Las Vegas, Nevada Date of Birth: May 05, 1948 Date of Death: May 12, 1968 Wars or Conflicts: Vietnam War Memorialized: Courts of the Missing: Court B Honolulu Memorial National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific Staff Sergeant Skivington was a member of Company E, 2nd Battalion, 1st Infantry Regiment, 196th Infantry Brigade, 23rd Infantry Division (Americal). On May 12, 1968, he guarding Out Post 2 at Kham Duc, South Vietnam when his out post was overrun. His remains were recovered on June 19, 2006 and identified on December 5, 2006. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial. | SKIVINGTON, William Edward (I194010)
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| 25976 | William F, Pieper, 64 years old, 421 Wheatfield street, died this morning in Lockport hospital following an operation. He was a life-long resident of North Tonawanda and a member of the local nest of Orioles. He is survived by a brother, John, Delawana, N.J. and sister, Mrs. Joseph Lovell, Tonawanda. He was the brother of the late Charles Pieper, North Tonawanda. The funeral held Monday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from the home of his sister-in-law, Mrs. Martha Pieper, 421 Wheatfield street. Rev Theodore Mayer will officiate, Burial will be in Elmlawn. The Evening News of the Tonawanda's, 23 May 1936 | PIEPER, William F (I68354)
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| 25977 | WILLIAM F. G. JANOWSKY William F. G. Janowsky died last night at his home, 177 Schenck street. Hs wss 66 years old and was born in Tonawanda. He had lived in the Twin Cities all his life, He is survived by his wife, Katherine B., two daughters, Mrs. Robert J. Cole and Mrs. Walter W. Horton and a grandchild. Also by his mother, Mrs. Minnie Janowsky; two sisters, Mrs. Augusta Haacker and Mrs. William C. Schurkey; four brothers, Charles G., Frank A., Christian H., and Henry B. Janowsky. He also was a brother of the late Edward Janowsky. He was a member of the Fnedens church and Knights of Pythias. Funeral will be Wednesday at 2 pm. from the family home with the Rev. Theodore Mayer officiating. Burial will be in Friedens cemetery. | JANOWSKY, William F G (I192817)
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| 25978 | WILLIAM F. HOFERT William F. Hofert of North Tonawanda, October 28, 1944, husband of the late Wilhelmina Claude Hofert; father of Herbert W. and Claude W. Hofert and Mrs. Edward Loeswick; brother of Charles J. of Lockport, N. Y., Andrew of Tupper Lake, N. Y., George of Memphis, N. Y., Alfred of Lockport, N. Y. and John Hofert. Funeral services from the family residence, 107 North Marion street, North Tonawanda, Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Friends are invited. | HOFERT, William F (I204569)
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| 25979 | William F. Zimmerman, Wheatfield, Dies. NORTH TONAWANDA. Dec 21 - William F. Zimmerman. 62. died last night at his home. Town Line road.: Town of Wheatfield. He was a life long resident of Wheatfield; Surviving are his wife, Mrs Hattie Zimmerman; two sons. Arnold, at home, and Arthur, Phoenix Ariz: two daughters. Mrs. Andrew Ostrom. Kenmore, and Mrs Chauncey Weinheimer, this city; five grandchildren; two brothers, John and Otto, this city, and a sister, Mrs. Herman Stadler. Tonawanda. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the home. The Rev. F. A. Hinners will officiate. Interment will be in St. Paul's cemetery. | ZIMMERMAN, William F (I81301)
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| 25980 | William F. “Triple B” Magill, Jr. passed away June 21, 2023 in Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Born April 12, 1947 in Buffalo he was the son of William and Martha (Ribbeck) Magill, Sr. William worked 25 years for Dunlop Tire in Tonawanda where he was in production retiring in 2001. He enjoyed woodworking, collecting hats, traveling, and was a handy-man “Jack of all Trades, A Master of None”. William is survived by his wife Diane (Guenther) Magill; children Scott (Rita) Magill, Shawn Magill, and Dawn (Thomas) Ventura; grandchildren Dalton and Madison Magill; siblings Fred (Kathy) Smith, Marion Brown, Debbie McGill, and the late Charles Magill, Kenny Magill, Judy (Eric) Cheverie, and Patricia Tice; also several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to a Memorial Mass Tuesday, June 27th at 10 AM in All Saints Parish, 76 Church St., Lockport. In lieu of flowers donations to Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, PO Box 631, Buffalo, NY 14240 or www.give.roswellpark.org would be appreciated. | MAGILL, William F Jr (I215153)
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| 25981 | William G. ''Bill'' Kaczor,71, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Friday, October 12, 2018 at Mount St. Mary's Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls on July 13, 1947 he was the son of the late Chester G. Kaczor and Florence I. (Kaczor) Hubbard. Bill was a veteran of the US Navy, serving on the USS Skylark. He worked at Moore Business forms and Praxair until his retirement in 2016. Bill was an accomplished musician and artist, who loved teaching and playing music. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his son: James (Lisa) Kaczor; granddaughter, Samantha; one brother and one sister and his best friend Frank (Roseanne) Barber. There is NO PRIOR visitation. Burial & Funeral services will take place at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to ZAJAC FUNERAL HOME INC. | KACZOR, William G (I160729)
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| 25982 | William G. Lange, age 94 of Wheatfield, NY, was called to his heavenly home on November 16, 2019 at Mount St. Mary's Hospital, Lewiston, NY. Born in the Walmore area of Niagara County, NY, he was the son of the late William F. and Esther (Walck) Lange. Bill graduated from St. Peter's Lutheran School in Walmore, Trott Vocational High School in Niagara Falls, and Valparaiso Technical Institute in Indiana, where he received a degree in electrical engineering. Bill began work at Colonial Radio in Buffalo, NY, followed by employment at Bell Aerospace Textron in Wheatfield, for 40 years as an electrical engineer, and he designed the microgravity accelerometer. After retirement at Bell, he became president of Canopus Products in Ann Arbor, Michigan, where he worked for five years developing the microgravity accelerometer used on the Space Shuttle, and the International Space Station. Later, Bill served as a consultant to Spectrum Astro in Gilbert, Arizona for several years. He was inducted into the Niagara Frontier Aviation and Space Hall of Fame in May 2012. After retirement, Bill enjoyed building and flying radio controlled airplanes, with his son David. He also collected models of military planes, enjoyed reading history novels, watching the History Channel, and cheering for the Pirates and Steelers. Bill was a lifelong member of St. Peter Lutheran Church in Walmore, and served his church as Sunday School Superintendent, Recording Secretary, Treasurer, Elder, and Co-Chairman of the church's new entrance building committee. Bill married Shirley Walck in 1949, and she preceded him in death in March 1989. They were blessed with four children, Kathleen (Rev. David) Beutel, David (Barbara) Lange, Steven (Sandra) Lange, and Brian (Leslie) Lange. Survivors also include his wife, Nancy I. (Mueller-Baum) Lange; ten grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews; and sister-in-law, Alice Lange. He was also preceeded in death by an infant son, Bradley; a brother, Norbert, and two sisters, Gertrude (Elwood) Krull, and Eleanore (Norman) Moll. Visitation will take place in St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church of Walmore, 6168 Walmore Road, Sanborn, NY 14132, on Saturday, November 23 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the meeting room located in the new entrance. Services will follow at 1:00 p.m. in the church. A private interment will follow after the service, in the church cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the church. Funeral arrangements are being handled through the DuBois Funeral Home. | LANGE, William Gerhard (I48645)
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| 25983 | William G. Leuders, 61, of 12 Elm wood Park, North, died early this morning at his home, following a prolonged illness. He was a life long resident of the Tonawandas. He was employed by the New York Central railroad for 37 years as a conductor. He was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran church, the Men's club of the church and the Brotherhood of Trainmen. Surviving are his wife, Amanda, nee Ronrdanz, and a sister, Mrs. Charles G. Schnell of North Tonawanda. Rites will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the residence and at 2:30 from the Immanuel Lutheran church. The Rev. Theodore Schroeder will officiate. Burial will be in St. Paul's, cemetery | LUEDERS, William G (I193522)
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| 25984 | William G. Pfohl, 32, of Sanborn, Injured in an automobile ac cident Nov. 21, died In Niagara Falls Memorial Hospital. Niagara Gazette, 3 Dec 1957 | PFUHL, William Gustav Adolph (I48655)
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| 25985 | William Garlapow of 304 Fletcher street, a resident of Tonawanda for 53 years, died this morning in DeGraff Memorial Hospital after a prolonged illness. He was born in Germany. He is survived by two sons, William Jr. and Gustave, both of North Tonawanda, and one daughter, Mrs. Alec Sutherland of Niagara Falls, and also by eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. The funeral will be Thursday afternoon at 2:30 from the Hamp funeral home, 31 Adam street, with the Rev Walter Hetzel officiating. Burial will be in Elmlawn. | GARLAPOW, William M (I191720)
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| 25986 | William Garlapow, 56, died this morning at his home, 463 Robinson, street, after a lingering illness. He was born in Germany and came to North Tonawanda to reside at the age of one. He leaves his wife, Emma; two sons, Norman and LeRoy; a daughter, Marjorie, all of North Tonawanda; a sister, Mrs. Alex Sutherland of Niagara Falls, and a brother, Gust of North Tonawanda. Rites will be held Monday afternoon at 2 oclock from the residence. The Rev. Theodore Mayer will officiate and burial will be in Friedens Cemetery. | GARLAPOW, William (I96314)
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| 25987 | William Grace, 90, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 4, 2023. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Daniel and Gertrude (Downey) Grace and the beloved husband of Mary Lou (Holmes) Grace, who he married on August 25, 1956. Bill graduated from Bishop Duffy High School where he excelled in football. He then went on to serve in the National Guard. He worked at Nabisco Shredded Wheat in Niagara Falls in the Maintenance Department for over 35 years. Bill was a Member of the Moose Lodge and was involved with the Moose Lodge Travel Baseball, as well as having coached for LaSalle Little League Zone 6 for many years. One of his biggest passions, however, was Notre Dame Football. He loved to go watch them play, and made countless trips there through the years with his family and friends. In addition to his wife of 66 years, William is survived by his children; William (Linda) Grace, Mary Lynn (Robert) Bax, and Diane (John) Sisler; nine grandchildren; Jaclyn Grace, Adam (Jessica Crooks) Grace, Lauren (Alex Bitar) Grace, Matthew (Tristan Puzan) Grace, Dominic Bax, Kara (Bryan Lucinski) Bax, Richard (Samantha DiLaura) Grace, Sean Sisler, and Patrick Sisler; two great-grandchildren; Mya and Angelo Grace; siblings; John (Neva) Grace, Richard (Robin) Grace, Katherine (late Duane) Strong, and Mary (late Leonard) Guslawski; and brother-in-law Donald (late Lois) Boland; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. In addition to his parents, Bill is predeceased by one son, Richard Grace; siblings; Daniel (Patricia) Grace, Theresa Grace, Robert (late Sondra) Grace, Bridget (Stan) Empson, Jerome (Karen) Grace, and Thomas Grace; and brothers-in-law Stewart Holmes and Bernard Holmes. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 7 from 3 – 7 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY 14304. Bill’s Mass of Christian burial will be held Saturday 10:00 AM at St. Leo’s Roman Catholic Church 2748 Military Rd., Niagara Falls. Please assemble at church. Entombment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Memorial offerings may be made to Niagara Hospice. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | GRACE, William (I221987)
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| 25988 | William H. "Buddy" Brydges, age 74, passed away at his home in Naples, FL, on Tuesday May 2, 2018 surrounded by loved ones. He was born on October 21, 1943 in Niagara Falls, NY, to Earl W. Brydges and Eleanor (Mahoney) Brydges. He attended high school in Wilson, NY. Upon graduation he attended St. John Fisher in Rochester, NY. He was faithfully called to serve with the Edmundite Missions in Selma, AL. He proudly served in the Army National Guard. He received his degree from the State University of New York at Albany. He had a long and distinguished career as the Deputy Chief Clerk of the New York State Court of Claims. On October 11, 1968, he married the love of his life Barbara Ann Dumas. Together they have four daughters and one son. Buddy lived life to its fullest. He loved the horses at Saratoga Racetrack, the New York Yankees and Buffalo Bills. He was an avid golfer and fisherman. His greatest talent, however, was as a storyteller. His humor, wit and charm were undeniable. To his children's chagrin, he never missed an opportunity to grab a microphone, the center of the stage, and entertain the crowd. The only thing he loved more than sinking a putt to beat one of his brothers or his cousin in golf was to talk about it after. He was incredibly generous to family, friends and strangers alike. Nothing gave him more joy than to start a day getting his grandchildren dozens of Dunkin' Donuts and end it cooking family and friends his famed seafood pescatore. A true family man, Uncle Bud was beloved by his nieces and nephews. He was a man of great faith and attended Mass regularly. He will be missed by all who had the great fortune to know him. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, Jerry. He is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years, Barbara; daughters, Jennifer Brydges, Kelly (Bob) Turner, Betty Jean (Jimmer) Szatkowski , Marcy (Matt) McNamara; and son, Michael Francis; sisters, Marylynn (Bill) Barden, Margaret (Pat) Martin, Janet Brydges; brothers, Earl (Marty) Brydges, Dennis (Evelyn) Brydges, Thomas (Melissa) Brydges; and 11 loving grandchildren; nieces, nephews and extended family. Funeral services will be held Friday, May 11th at 11 AM, St. Brendon, Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 345 Lake St. Wilson, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lighthouse of Collier County, Center for the Blindness and Vision Loss. | BRYDGES, William H (I195370)
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| 25989 | William H. Grobengieser Spencerport - Passed away on November 23, 2018, aged 71. He is survived by his wife, Laura; children, Drew (Jen), Zach, & Annah; grandchildren, Ellie & Emma. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. | GROBENGIESER, William Henry (I54255)
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| 25990 | WILLIAM H. GUINTHER DIED THIS MORNING William Theodore Guinther, 42 years old, died this morning at his home at No. 18 Benton street. He had been ill three weeks with Bright's disease. He is survived by a wife and five children., Misses Mabel, Willma and Florence Guinther and Raymond and Albert Guinther, all of Tonawanda. Three brothers, George Guinther of Tonawanda and Jacob and Henry Guinther of Buffalo, and three sisters, Miss Christina Guinther of Buffalo, Mrs. Charles Fick of Sweet Home and Mrs. Jacob Stahl of Getzville, are also survivors. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from the family residence and at 2 o'clock from the Salem church on Morgan street. Rev. Hans Horney officiating. Burial will take place in Elmlawn cemetery | GUINTHER, William Theodore (I75570)
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| 25991 | William H. Robins, 72, of the Town of Niagara, passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY. Born on May 4, 1944 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Harry and Rose (Caccamise) Robins. William attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Wheatfield High School. He worked for General Motors in Lockport, NY as an assembler, and retired in 1999, and later worked for Car Star. He was the co-founder of the Eastern Bicycle Association (EBA) and ran a local BMX track. He enjoyed Corvettes, detailing cars and going to car shows. William loved carpentry and was always busy helping others with projects. William was also a model train enthusiast who enjoyed going to train shows, and was also a member of the Western New York Garden Railroad Society. He enjoyed referring to himself as Mick Jagger and seeing people’s responses. William is survived by his beloved wife of fifty-three years, Mary Ann (Cramb) Robins, four children, Rose Ann (Joseph) Rawleigh, Joseph Robins, Kevin (Karen) Robins, and William (Dawn) Robins; seven grandchildren, Joann (Jeremy) Pollow, Elizabeth Rawleigh, Michelle Rawleigh, Kristin Robins, Samantha Robins, Victoria Robins, and Andrew Robins; three great grandchildren, Aaron Rawleigh, Gered Welker and Dominick Zientara. He is also survived by two brothers, Richard and Robert Robins. He was predeceased by one brother, James Robins, and one sister, Sharon (late Kaveda) Charles. Visitation will be on Friday from 4 – 8 p.m. at the M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, February 25 at 10:00 a.m. St. Vincent de Paul Parish at St. Leo’s Church, 2748 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. EVERYONE PLEASE ASSEMBLE AT CHURCH. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Niagara Hospice Inc., 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094. Visit www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online guest register. | ROBINS, William H (I143883)
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| 25992 | William H. “Bill” Perry, 91, lifelong resident of Kentland, passed away at 2:15 PM, January 24, 2020 at George Ade Memorial Health Care Center of Brook. He was born December 20, 1928 in Watseka, IL to the late Oliver and Della (Lyons) Perry. Bill was a graduate of A.J. Kent High School of Kentland. Bill proudly served in the United States Army from 1946 until his honorable discharge in 1948. After his discharge, Bill was awarded with the Army of Occupation Medal and World War II Victory Medal. His marriage was to Helen Wagner on January 23, 1954 in Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Remington. Bill and Helen just recently celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary. Bill was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and American Legion Post 23 both of Kentland. He worked 30 plus years as a carpenter in new home construction building several of the homes in Kentland today. Following his career in construction, Bill enjoyed custodial work for 18 years at the Kentland grade school until its closing. Bill enjoyed fishing, hunting, an occasional round of golf, and in his younger years, competitive shooting. He was an avid Purdue basketball fan for many years; after both children graduated from Indiana University, Bill transitioned to a die-hard IU basketball supporter. Surviving along with his wife Helen are a daughter and son, Patricia Perry of Palatine, IL, and Bill (wife: Teresa) Perry of Elgin, IL; two grandchildren, Robert Matthew Perry and Veronica Mae Perry. Also surviving is a brother, John “Jack” Perry of Dearborn, MI. Preceding him in death along with his parents is a sister, Fanny Collins. military rites to follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery | PERRY, William H (I239)
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| 25993 | William H. “Bill” Perry, 91, lifelong resident of Kentland, passed away at 2:15 PM, January 24, 2020 at George Ade Memorial Health Care Center of Brook. He was born December 20, 1928 in Watseka, IL to the late Oliver and Della (Lyons) Perry. Bill was a graduate of A.J. Kent High School of Kentland. Bill proudly served in the United States Army from 1946 until his honorable discharge in 1948. After his discharge, Bill was awarded with the Army of Occupation Medal and World War II Victory Medal. His marriage was to Helen Wagner on January 23, 1954 in Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Remington. Bill and Helen just recently celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary. Bill was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and American Legion Post 23 both of Kentland. He worked 30 plus years as a carpenter in new home construction building several of the homes in Kentland today. Following his career in construction, Bill enjoyed custodial work for 18 years at the Kentland grade school until its closing. Bill enjoyed fishing, hunting, an occasional round of golf, and in his younger years, competitive shooting. He was an avid Purdue basketball fan for many years; after both children graduated from Indiana University, Bill transitioned to a die-hard IU basketball supporter. Surviving along with his wife Helen are a daughter and son, Patricia Perry of Palatine, IL, and Bill (wife: Teresa) Perry of Elgin, IL; two grandchildren, Robert Matthew Perry and Veronica Mae Perry. Also surviving is a brother, John “Jack” Perry of Dearborn, MI. Preceding him in death along with his parents is a sister, Fanny Collins. military rites to follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. | PERRY, William H (I63182)
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| 25994 | William Harold Strasburg William Harold Strasburg, 80, of Mobile, AL, formerly of Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2008, following a short illness. Bill was the son of the late Albert and Clara Strasburg, also of Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. A veteran, Bill served in the US Army during World War II. In 1952 he married Shirley Alcorn, also a native of Niagara Falls, now residing in Mobile, AL. They were happily married for 55 years. In addition to serving in the military, Bill worked on the Niagara Power Project and then for Pittsburgh Metallurgical (later called Airco Alloys and then Macalloy). In 1971 he was transferred to Mobile, AL as the company's traffic manager and then later to Charleston, SC, where he retired. He and Shirley returned to Mobile, AL last year in order to live closer to their children. Bill, a loving father, grandfather, brother and uncle, is survived by his four children, Kathy Gresh, Maryland, Karen McNeal, GA, William Strasburg, FL and Charles Strasburg, AL; 12 grandchildren; four brothers, Robert, Niagara Falls, Richard, AZ, Albert, FL, Jack, Niagara Falls; one sister, Joanne Millville, Niagara Falls and numerous nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by his brothers, Donald and Charles. Although Bill left the Niagara area in the 1970s, he remained a loyal Buffalo Bills fan and always enjoyed his visits to the area. He often said that he didn't miss the snow, but he did miss the people and the food. A Memorial Service was held on March 21st in Mobile, AL with family and friends. | STRASBURG, William Harold (I57075)
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| 25995 | William Henry Steinbrenner, 81, of The Villages, FL, passed away on April 15, 2017. Bill was born and raised in Niagara Falls, NY. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware, OH in 1957. He retired after long careers from Prudential Bache, Securities and First Albany Corporation. He lived for extended periods of time in Erie, PA, Alexandria, VA, Toronto, Canada, and Derby, NY before his final residence in The Villages. Bill had a lifelong interest in sailing enjoying many hours on Lake Erie. Other interests included reading and collecting books as well as traveling. He was a founding member of the Rotary Club of The Villages-Noon. Bill is preceded in death by his father, William Henry Steinbrenner, Sr. and his mother, Margaret McDougald Steinbrenner. He is survived by his wife, Mary Steinbrenner; his daughters, Kathryn Steinbrenner (Brad) Hayes of New Castle, IN, and Amy Steinbrenner (John) Rarick of Marietta, GA; and a son, William “Bill” (Julie) Steinbrenner of Derby, NY. Additional survivors include three step-children; eleven grandchildren; and three great grandchildren. A private funeral will be held at a later date. | STEINBRENNER, William Henry (I38392)
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| 25996 | William J. ''Bill'' Carpenter, 73, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on November 30, 1949 he was the son of the late William J. and Margaret T. (Gibson) Carpenter. Bill served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged. He worked for the United States Post office for 20 years and then as a truck driver for 15 years at Modern Disposal Corp., until his retirement. He is survived by his wife, Mary (McInerney) Carpenter; children, William "Bill" (fiancée Jenny) Carpenter Jr., Susan (Bud) Camardella and Kyle (Diana) Carpenter; grandchildren, Kyle Jr., Ella, Dougie, Ben and Nate. There is NO PRIOR visitation. A Celebration of Bill's life will be held 2:00 PM on Saturday, May 20th The Village Gate, 2265 Niagara Street, Niagara Falls, NY. Burial will take place at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to ZAJAC FUNERAL HOME INC. | CARPENTER, WilliamJ (I204482)
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| 25997 | William J. Biggins, Jr., of Niagara Falls, NY, 77, passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2019 at his residence under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born on September 11, 1942 in Niagara Falls NY, he was the son of the late William J. and Myrtle Marie (Barber) Biggins. “Biggie” as he was affectionately known, attended local schools, graduating from Bishop Duffy High School in 1960. Bill served in the United States Air Force as a Military Police Officer from 1961 until his honorable discharge in 1964. In 1963, he married Bonnie D. Eaton-Mackie in Niagara Falls. Mrs. Eaton-Mackie predeceased him on October 29th, 2010. William worked as a butcher at Dillman’s Meats and WonderBread as a driver, both in Queens, NY, and worked for Great Lakes Carbon and Certo Brothers in Niagara Falls as a keg delivery driver until his retirement. Bill was a member of the Sportsman’s Club at Pete’s Market House. Bill is survived by his three children Lori Farallo, William (April) Biggins and Debbie (Fred) Stempien; four grandsons; Andrew Farallo, Liam Biggins, Aidan Biggins and Raymond Fadel; his siblings, Rosalyn (late James) MacAdorey, Barbara (William) Helms, Thomas (Pamela) Biggins, Dennis (Janice) Biggins; he was predeceased by his second wife Joanne T. (Price) Biggins, but is survived by her children Tina Shammot and Justine Brierley, and her grandchildren Nicholas Breed, Aaron Adamec, Christian Brierley and Jillian Brierley. There will be no prior visitation or services. Bill graciously donated his body to the University at Buffalo Anatomical Gift Program. Visit www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | BIGGINS, William J (I124072)
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| 25998 | William J. G. Werth, 80 years old, a well known resident of North Tonawanda, died at the DeGraff Memorial hospital on Tuesday night after a lingering illness. The body was removed to the home of his son, William Werth, at No. 60 Jackson avenue. Mr. Werth was born in Germany and had lived here over a half a century, He is survived by two sons, Hubert Werth of Lockport and William Werth of Gratwick; three daughters, Mrs. William Volchow of Lockport, Mrs. Joseph Roulley of Niagara Falls and Mrs. Fred Berg of Burt, and one brother, John Werth of Germany. The funeral will be held from the Werth home on Jackson avenue at 1:30 o'clock tomorrow afternoon and a half hour later from St. Mark's church on Washington street, the Rev. Martin Human officiating. Burial will be in Bergholtz. | WERTH, Wilhelm J G (I55241)
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| 25999 | William J. Lindke, 54, Dies at Work Middleport - William J. Lindke, 54, of Mountain Rd. Town of Royalton, died unexpectedly Monday evening June 27, 1960 of a heart attack while baling hay on a neighbor's farm. Born on April 17, 1906 in the Town of Royalton, he was the son of William and Minnie Schubel Lindke. He was a member of St. Michael;s Lutheran Church, Wolcottsville. Surviving are his wife, Marion; two daughters, Mrs. Betty Munson of the Town of Royalton and Mrs. David Nachreiner of Tonawanda; a son William, at home, a stepson David F. Kams of the U.S. Navy, stationed in California; a brother Gustave of Wolcottsville, three grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Wallace and Heath Funeral Home. Services will be held at 2 Thursday afternoon at St. Michael's Lutheran Church. Burial will be in Royalton Mountain Ridge Cemetery. ALSO 28 June 1960 TonawandaNews LINDKE - William J. Lindke of Gasport, N.Y., passed away unexpectedly Monday evening (June 27, 1960). He is survived by his wife, Marion; two daughters, Mrs. Betty Munson of Gasport and Mrs. David Nachreiner of Tonawanda; one son, William Jr., at home; one step-son, David S. Kams of the U.S. Navy, Moffet Field, Calif.; three grandchildren, and one brother, Gustave Lindke of Akron, O.; also several nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Wallace and Heath Funeral Home, 38 State St., Middleport, N.Y. Funeral services will be Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock at St. Michael's Lutheran Church, Wolcottsville, N.Y. Burial in Royalton Mt. Ridge Cemetery | LINDKE, William J (I162909)
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| 26000 | William J. Syruws, age 82, of Bergholz, was called to his heavenly home on May 25, 2012, at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY. Born in Howesville, WV on July 29, 1929 to the late Albine and Eva (Lewis) Syruws. Bill moved to the Western NY area in 1948 and on December 2, 1949, he was united in marriage to Mary C. (Garlitz) Syruws. He was employed for many years at the Occidental Chemical Company in Niagara Falls, until his retirement. Hobbies and interest included hunting, fishing, gardening and in the 1990s, he and his wife owned five race horses. In addition to his wife, survivors include seven children, William (Colleen) Syruws, Cathy Bolam, John (Debbie) Syruws, Sandy (Brian) Retzlaff, Sue (Neal) Klettke, Dave (Ashley) Syruws and Cheryl (Norman) Stoelting; 18 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; three sisters, Joan (Joseph) Labio, Geraldine (Donald) Haskiell and Linda Thompson; and three brothers, Albine B. (Joan) Syrews, James (Nancy) Syruws and Roger (Rosella) Syruws. Predeceased by his parents and a sister, Isabel (Lloyd) Nair | SYRUWS, William J (I222486)
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