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27001 | Wallace H. Schultz, age 96 passed away peacefully on December 21, 2022. Born November 27, 1926, he was the son of the late Rudolph and Alma (Werth) Schultz. A beloved husband, father and grandfather. Survived by his wife of 70 years, Margaret ‘Jean’. His sons, Thomas (Candace) Schultz, Stephen (Jill) Schultz, and David (Stephanie) Schultz. 10 Grandchildren, 14 Great-Grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. Pre-deceased by his brother Richard and his sister Carol Kreib. A private celebration of life will be held at the convenience of the family. For the full obituary visit www.duboisfuneral.com Known as “Wally” by friends and family. He was born at Deaconess Hospital,Buffalo NY due to neonatal respiratory complications he wasn’t expected to live. While attending LaSalle High School, Wally served in the “Aircraft Warning Service” from late 1943 to early 1944. His observation post was a small hut located on top of the Sanborn Fire Hall. In August 1944, Wally enlisted in the Navy at the old post office building in downtown Buffalo, followed by Boot Camp at Sampson Naval Training Station atSeneca Lake, NY and a 12 week Radio School at Bainbridge MD. He served in thePacific Theater aboard the USS Arkansas BB33 and the USS Baldwin DD 624. In June1946, Wally returned to Niagara Falls, graduated from LaSalle High School andwent to work as a Mail Boy for American Salesbook Co. (later became MooreBusiness Forms). Spring 1947, he transferred to the NY National Guard and drilledat the Armory on Main Street. After his discharge from the National Guard, Wallygraduated from the Detroit College of Traffic Management and worked at Autolitewhere he met, then married the love of his life, Margaret Jean MacAllister.Following Autolite, he worked in the traffic departments at Hooker Chemical andThe Upson Company in Lockport. While at Upson, Wally was hired part-timeby Franklin Traffic Service (FTS) in Sanborn. After Upson closed he worked at FTS full time. Where he retired after working for many years. He was a lifelong member of St. Paul Lutheran church in Niagara Falls. Wally enjoyed hunting with his family. In his later years if he shot a deer, over the two-way radio he’d say, “Boys I have work for you, but first, bring me a sandwich and beer”. He and Jean spent summers with family and friends at their homes in Saranac Lake and later on Lake Ontario. In his retirement Wally enjoyed spending time with his family, golfing and a few weeklong fishing trips in Canada. He will be dearly missed but his legacy continues through his family. | SCHULTZ, Wallace Howard (I48749)
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27002 | Wallace Neubauer Killed in Action Private First Class Wallace C. Neubauer, formerly of Cayuga road, Route No. 1, this city, was killed in action on Mindanao, Philippine Islands, June 19, according to information received by his mother, Mrs. Mildred Neubauer Bender, of 710 101st street. He was a member of the Coast Artillery Corps of the U. S. Army. He was inducted January, 1942. A graduate of Trott Vocational school, he was employed by Buffalo Bolt company, North Tonawanda, before his army service. One brother, Private First Class Lawrence E. Neubauer, is in the Army Air corps, California. A sister, Mrs. Irene Ketch, resides in this city. | NEUBAUER, Wallace C (I104283)
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27003 | Walmore Woman Called by Death Walmore, June 12.-Mrs. Augusta Retzlaff, 79 years old, widow of Frank Retzlaff, died late Saturday at the family home here. Mrs. Retzlaff is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Amalie Beutel and Mrs. Albert Jagow, both of this vicinity; one son, Rudolph Retzlaff, of Walmore; one brother, John Walck, of Bergholz, nine grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. The funeral will be held from the family home on Wednesday, June 14m at 2 P. M., standard time and at 2:30 from St. Peter's church. The Rev. Edward A. Grabau will officiate. Interment will be in Walmore cemetery. -- NF Gazette RETZLAFF-Died at Walmore, N. Y., June 10, Mrs. Augusta (sic) Retzlaff, 79 years old, wife of the late Frank Retzlaff and mother of Mrs. Amalie Beutel, Rudolph Retzlaff and Mrs. Albert Jagow; sister of John Walck, of Bergholtz. She is also survived by nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held from the family home at Walmore on Wednesday, June 14, at 2 p. m., standard time, and at 2:30 from St. Peter's church. The Rev. Edward A. Graubau (sic) will officiate. Interment will be in Walmore cemetery. | WALK, Auguste B (I53860)
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27004 | Walter (Sulc) Schultz, age 94 of Lewiston, New York, was called home to God on November 24, 2024. Born in Niagara Falls on January 20, 1930, Walter was the son of the late Justin Joseph (Sulc) Schultz and Anna Teresa [Petrash] Krizan Schultz. He graduated from La Salle Senior High School in 1948, and continued his studies at the University of Buffalo, earning his Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry in 1962 and his Master of Science Degree in Chemistry from Niagara University in 1973. Walter served in the US Military in the Air National Guard at the Niagara Falls Air Force Base, and was honorably discharged in 1952. Walter was employed as an analytical chemist with E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Company Niagara Plant, Electronics Materials Group where he eventually ran the Quality Assurance Chemistry 'wet lab' and retired after 44 years in 1993 e was honored by Du Pont for "Environmental Excellence" for 'Copper Process Waste Reduction' to eliminate the largest hazardous waste stream from EMG's copper manufacturing process. Walter enjoyed bowling in many local leagues, and was an avid fan of local sports, as a long-time season ticket holder for the Buffalo Bills and attended countless local Niagara University and Canisius College basketball games; as well as many high school sporting events for his grandchildren and nephews. In addition, he was a prolific reader of a wide variety of topics and a 'perpetual student' including a keen interest in chess. Walter was very active at the former St. George's Roman Catholic Church, Niagara Falls, and served as a lector, sang in the choir, was a Trustee, and co-chaired the '125 Club" fund-raising efforts for the church. He is survived by his loving wife of 59-1/2 years, Patricia J. [Lauzonis], his twin son and daughter, Hon. Eric (Jennifer) Schultz, USIJ, and Maryanne (Christopher) Schultz-Barrick, PhD, his grandchildren, Justin Schultz, Lydia Schultz, and Eliana Barrick, as well as many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his siblings Ferdinand "Fred" (Clara) Krizan, Anna (Bernard) Martin, Marya Krizan, Joseph Krizan, Jennie (Duane) Schmidli, Justine "Chris" (Ralph) Whitbeck, George Schultz, Josephine (Herman) Camp and Pauline "Polly" (James) McClellan. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. He always took interest in all of the activities of his immediate family and extended family and was supportive in any way he could. His memory will be cherished forever. His family will be present on Friday from 3-7 PM at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 901 Cayuga Street, LEWISTON, NY. Everyone is invited to attend his mass of Christian Burial on Saturday at 10:00 AM at St. Peter’s Church, 620 Center Street, Lewiston, NY. Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials may be made in Walter’s name to the Fatima Shrine. Entombment with Military Honors will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com, for guest register. | SCHULTZ, Walter (I105228)
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27005 | Walter E. Strasburg Received Purple Heart in WW I Walter E. Strasburg, who received a Purple Heart while serving in the U.S. Army during World War I, died in Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Monday (Feb. 24, 1986). He was 89. A resident of Cayuga Drive, he was born in Niagara Falls' LaSalle area. Strasburg was a member of St. James Lutheran Church, Bergholz and a charter member of the John J. Welch Post 381 American Legion. He worked at the Nabisco Co. for 49 years as a supervisor until retiring in 1966. He is survived by his wife, Dollie L. (Hartman} Strasburg and many nieces and nephews. Three sisters and five brothers died earlier. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Hamp Funeral Home, Adam and Seymour streets, Tonawanda, with the Rev. Lyle E. Larson of St. James Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will be at St. Matthews Lutheran Cemetery, North Tonawanda. Contributions to the A.L.C. Hunger Fund, or to Lutheran Vespers are acceptable as tribute. Arrangements were made by the DuBois Funeral Home. | STRASBURG, Walter Elmer (I55794)
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27006 | Walter E. Toellner age 88, of the Town of Wheatfield, April 9, 2009 in Kenmore Mercy Hospital after a brief illness.Walter was a WWII veteran and recipient of the Purple Heart. He was a survivor of the HMS Rohna which was sunk on Thanksgiving 1943 resulting in the largest loss ever of American life at sea. He was a member of the American Legion Post #1451, the V.F.W. and was a 69-year member of the Adams Fire Co. Walter was active in Wheatfield politics, serving as an Assessor for 8 years and serving on the Town of Wheatfield Planning Board. He had worked a crane operator for Schebell Ready Mix for 20 years and retired from the Niagara County Water Authority. He was a member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church. He was the husband of the late Ruth E. Toellner who died in 2008. Beloved father of John (Donna) Toellner of Irwin, PA, William (Brenda) Toellner of Harrisburg, PA, James (Bernadine) Toellner of Grand Island and Joanne Walck of Wheatfield; grandfather of Jennifer, Bethany, Jonathan, Daniel, David, Benjamin, Brittany, Kristin, Nicholas and Ryan; great-grandfather of five great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. in North Tonawanda on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 10:30 AM from St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 875 Eggert Dr., in North Tonawanda, the Rev. Dr. A. W. Moldenhauer will officiate. Interment in White Chapel Memorial Park. If so desired, memorials may be made to the Adams Fire Co. Visit www.FrettholdFuneralHome.com for on-line guest register. Published in the Greater Niagara Newspapers on 4/10/2009 | TOELLNER, Walter Eugene (I58718)
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27007 | Walter F. Mietz, 58, of 6361 Meadville Road, Middleport, dies in Lockport Memorial Hospital after falling 15 feet onto a cement floor in a steam plant. (Jan. 30) ALSO Man Killed In Lockport Plant Fall Gazette Loekport Bureau LOCKPORT - A Middleport man was fatally injured when he fell 15 feet onto a cement floor in a steam plant here about midnight Wednesday. Walter F. Mietz, 58, of 6361 Meadville Road, Middleport, was taken to Lockport Memorial Hospital by ambulance and immediately transferred to Sisters Hospital at Buffalo, where he died about 3:15 a.m. today. At the Buffalo hospital, he had been taken into surgery and died in the intensive care unit. Had Climbed Ladder The accident occurred at the South Street plant of the New York State Gas and Electric Corp. A spokesman for the utility said Mietz, who was working the late shift, had apparently climbed a metal stationary ladder to read the gauges, which tell the amount of coal being used and other data necessary in his job as stoker fireman. He had been employed at the plant since 1952. The spokesman said there were one or two other men in the plant at the time who summoned the rescue squad of the fire department. The utility, according to the spokesman, is conducting an investigation into the accident, the first of its kind. Native of Royalton Mietz was born in the Town of Royalton, April 30, 1910, the son of Herman and Christina Krebs Mietz. He is survived by his wife,, the former Irene Smith; a daughter, Mrs. Robert (Ruth) Hellert of Middleport, and two grandchildren, Mrs. Charles (Linda) Peterson of Columbus, Ohio; and John Hellert of Middleport. Friends may call at the Bernhardt Funeral Home, Akron. Services wil be held at St. Michael's Lutheran Church in Wolcottsville at 2 p.m. on Sunday. The Rev. Hilbert J. Huth will officiate. Burial will be in Mountain Ridge Cemetery, Royalton. | MIETZ, Walter (I58680)
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27008 | Walter F. Smolen III of the Town of Wheatfield, entered into rest on January 23, 2022 at the age of 74. Walt was born on May 1, 1947, in North Tonawanda New York. He was the cherished son of the late Helen and Anthony Smolen Sr. Walt is survived by a brother, Anthony (Christine) Smolen and a sister, Marie (late Robert) Fleischman. He was a loving husband to the late Catherine Smolen. Walt was the father of Walter Smolen IV, Marc Smolen, Sharon (Joseph) Kramer and Elizabeth (Casey Becker) Fedeson. Walt was an adoring grandpa and papa to Meaghan, Ryan, Zachary, Kayleigh, Cararain, Audramoon, Grant, Amanda, Aiden, Annessa, Joey, Cecilia and Sienna. He was the great-grandpa of Aubrianna, Felix, Reyna, and Dominic. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Walt attended North Tonawanda High School and Niagara County Community College. He worked as a millwright at the General Motors Tonawanda Powertrain Plant and was a member of the UAW Local 774. Walt was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, the La Salle Sportsmen’s Club and the North Tonawanda Loyal Order of Moose Lodge # 2163. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved travel, camping, kayaking and the outdoors. His many talents included wine making, photography, woodworking and home renovation. Visitation will be held from 2 p.m.- 6 p.m. on Saturday January 29th at Fretthold Funeral Home, 1241 Oliver Street, North Tonawanda. A funeral service will be held at 6 p.m. Private interment at White Chapel Memorial Park. | SMOLEN, Walter F (I73636)
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27009 | Walter G. Belling, age 85, of Pendleton, passed away Friday November 6, 2009 at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport. Mr. Belling was born March 16, 1924, son of the late Henry and Auguste (nee Ewald) Belling. Mr. Belling attended Tonawanda High School, he served in the United States Army during WWII, he was a PFC with the 511th Airborne Signal Corps, serving from January 23, 1943 until his discharge on February 17, 1946. Mr. Belling was a self employed contractor, he was the Town of Pendleton Building Inspector, he also had worked in the display department for Sears and Roebuck. Mr. Belling was a active life time member of St. Martin Evangelical Lutheran Church, he was chairman of the renovation committee, in 1985 remodeling St. Martin Church, he designed and made the wooden cross for the church's altar. He headed the committee to build the addition to Pendleton's Historical Society where he also taught wood carving classes. He was a member of the Niagara Frontier all Airborne Chapter and it's Honor Guard. Mr. Belling was a expert wood carver, specializing in birds, he had built two homes and most of the furniture in them. Beloved husband of 59 years to Eileen (nee Tesmer) Belling of Pendleton; devoted father of Judith (John) Flint, Welland, Ontario, Janine (Craig) Powley, Lockport, Jill Swanger, Hailey, ID; proud grandfather of Jassen (Colleen) Otto, Buffalo, Eric (Jania) Otto, Saratoga, CA, Kerissa (Dennis) Koch, Buffalo, Tarra Powley, Pittsburgh, PA, Erika (Jeremy) Greenberg, Hailey ID, Craig Swanger, Hailey ID; proud great grandfather of Ethan Walter Otto, Saratoga, CA, Tristan Jay Otto, Saratoga, CA, and Elsie O'Mara Otto, Buffalo; brother of Leonard (late Jane) Belling, Williamsville, Edgar (Nancy) Belling, North Tonawanda, Earl (Suzanne) Belling, West Amherst, Ellen (Tom) Seely, Brownwood TX, late Clara (Lauren) DeGlopper, late Verna (Robert) Millville, late Alice Belling, late Norma (Robert) Wells, late Hugo (Marie) Belling and late Florence (John) Leaver; brother-in-law of Irving (Lorraine) Tesmer, Buffalo; also survived by many nieces and nephews.A Celebration of His Life will be held Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 11:00 AM at St. Martin Lutheran Church, 322 Old Falls Blvd., North Tonawanda, the Rev. R. Devie Ellis officiating. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Martin Memorial Fund or Niagara Hospice. Arrangements by Wattengel Funeral Home. On-line guest registry at www.Wattengel.com. Published in the Greater Niagara Newspapers on 11/7/2009 | BELLING, Walter G (I58263)
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27010 | Walter G. Haseley NORTH TONAWANDA - Walter G. Haseley, 91, formerly of this city, died yesterday (Jan. 30, 1983) in Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Haseley was a lifelong resident of this city and a member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church. He was employed by the Wurlitzer Company for 50 years. He is survived by brother Paul F. (Alma) Haseley of Niagara Falls; two nieces, two great-nieces, and two great-nephews. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Fretthold Funeral Inc., 1241 Oliver St., with the Rev. A.W. Moldenhauer officiating. Interment will be in St. Matthew Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. tomorrow at the funeral home. Contributions to St. Matthew Lutheran Church are acceptable as tribute. | HASELEY, Walter Gustav (I48302)
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27011 | Walter Glenwood Wade, formerly of Munson Avenue and currently of Virginia Beach, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at his home. He was 92. He was born in West Decatur, Pennsylvania on December 1, 1923, a son of the late Herschel and Mary (Myers) Wade. He attended Pennsylvania schools and then served in the United States Army during World War II. Mr. Wade moved to Niagara Falls and worked at Stauffer Chemical for 25 years and then at Olin Chemical from where he retired as a chemical operator. Mr. Wade was a longtime member of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. He is survived by two children: John R. (Donna) Cooper of Virginia and Sharon Docteur of Minnesota, 6 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by 5 siblings: Josephine (Jack) Lengen, Robert (Donna) Wade, Lois (Irvin) Brydges, John (Helga) Wade and Alice (James) Helton. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his wife Mary Louise Wade (2015) and his brother Herschel Wade. Friends may call at the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue on Monday from 4-7 P.M. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 11 A.M. at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 616 Cayuga Drive, Niagara Falls. Burial will be in Acacia Park Cemetery in Pendleton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Mr. Wade’s name to St. Stephen’s. | WADE, Walter Glenwood (I85951)
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27012 | Walter H. Demler Of North Tonawanda, NY, passed away while under the compassionate care of Niagara Hospice on December 22, 2018 at the age of 91. Loving husband to Bernice (nee Vogt) for 68 years; devoted father to Deborah (Thomas) McCauley, John (Donna Licata) Demler, Margaret (John) Pasiak, Maryalice Demler and Elizabeth Demler. Proud pappa to his 14 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Son of the late Walter Carl and Lydia Demler; two late sisters Phyllis and Lois; survived by his brother Eugene (Lois) Demler. Walter was a lifelong resident of North Tonawanda and retired from the City of North Tonawanda's Wastewater Treatment Plant in 1993 after 25 years of service. He was a World War 2 veteran having enlisted in the U.S. Navy when he was just 17 years old. He served aboard the USS Thurston in the South Pacific during the key battles of Iwo Jima and Okinawa. Walter's passion and pride was his wife and family. He enjoyed camping, hunting, tending his backyard garden and cheering on the Buffalo Bills and Sabres. Visitation Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 at Wattengel Funeral Home, 533 Meadow Dr., North Tonawanda. Family and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday at 10:00am at St. Jude the Apostle Parish on Niagara Falls Boulevard in North Tonawanda. Interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to NiagaraHospice.org. Online guest registry at wattengel.com | DEMLER, Walter H (I176024)
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27013 | WALTER H. FRITZ TONAWANDA - Walter H. Fritz, 76, of 1801 Elwood Ave., died unexpectedly Thursday (June 24, 1971) at the Veterans Administration Hospital, Buffalo. He was a life-long resident of this city and a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Mr. Fritz, a World War I Army veteran, was a member of Stephen Sikora Post 1522 American Legion, the Rescue Fire Company, the Firemen's Benevolent Association and the New York State Retirement Association. He is survived by his widow, the former Leona Broecker; a daughter, Mrs. Frederick Wurl of Niagara Falls; a son, Gordon Fritz of this city; five sisters, Mrs Albert Strassburg, Mrs Charles Kaminski, Mrs. John Zastrow, Mrs. Henry Ellman and Mrs. Joseph Gorman; four brothers, Alfred, Carl, Arthur and Glenn Fritz, all of this city, eight grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am Monday at the Wattengel Funeral Home with the Rev Enno A. Schmoock officiating. Burial will be at White Chapel Memorial park. Friends may call from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm at the funeral home. | FRITZ, Walter Herman (I48637)
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27014 | Walter J. Bos, 74, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 18th, 2018 at Kenmore Mercy Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late Joseph M. and Margaret (Ryan) Bos. Walter attended local schools and graduated from Bishop Duffy High School. He married his beloved wife, Carol A. (Farbo) Bos on April 4, 1964 at the former Our Lady of Rosary Church. Mr. Bos worked over 35 years in the retail industry including 12 years with the Peter J. Schmidt Wholesale Company where he achieved the level of Vice President of Operations. He was also a local professional wrestler, wrestling under the names as the “Executioner,” the “Crusher” and the “Polish Peacock.” In his leisure time, he enjoyed reading, attending his children and grandchildren’s school and sporting events, playing Words with Friends, cheering on his favorite professional sports teams and collecting Michael Jordan paraphernalia. Above all, he enjoyed spending time with his loving family, especially his grandchildren. In addition to his wife, Mr. Bos is survived by his children, Christopher (Amy) Bos, Kevin (Diane) Bos, Lisa Marie Bos; grandchildren, Peter, Brandi, Caitlyn and Danielle. He is also survived by one sister and one brother, as well as several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Monday, May 21st from 3- 8 P.M. at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls. Walter’s Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10 A.M. in Holy Family Parish at Mt. Carmel Church, 27th and Independence Avenue. Interment in St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Mr. Bos requested that memorial offerings be made to Holy Family Parish or to Sacred Heart Villa, www.shvilla.org. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | BOS, Walter J (I158700)
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27015 | Walter J. Dlugosz, Sr. passed away April 18, 2015 in Odd Fellow & Rebekah Rehab & Health Care Center. Born in Buffalo on August 8, 1943 he was the son of Walter S. and Sophie (Tomera) Dlugosz. Walter served in the US Navy from 1963 to 1965. He worked for Harrison Radiator as a Flux Room Attendant. Walt enjoyed bowling, which he had bowled a 300 Game and an 800 Series; he also enjoyed golfing, fishing, and watching his son and grandchildren play sports. Walter is survived by his wife of 17 years Valerie (Chesko) Dlugosz of Lockport; father of Walter (Aileen) Dlugosz, Jr. of Grand Island, Pamela (Mark Stolzenberg) Brown of Lockport and late Ronda Jo Dlugosz; grandfather of seventeen and great grandfather of four. Walt was the brother of Donald (Lynette) Dlugosz, Terry (late Ronald) Clark and the late Jean (late Phil) Killian. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to a memorial mass on Saturday, April 25th at 10 AM at St. John the Baptist RC Church, 168 Chestnut St., Lockport. Memorials to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094, would be appreciated by the family. | DLUGOSZ, Walter J (I142000)
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27016 | Walter J. Wiatr, Jr. passed away on Friday, July 29, 2016 at his home while under the care of his loving family and Niagara Hospice. He was born in Niagara Falls on May 28, 1940, the son of the late Walter and Sophie (Ciesielski) Wiatr, Sr. Mr. Wiatr attended local schools and worked for the New York Central Railroad for 16 years. He then worked as an inspector at Harrison Radiator for 37 years and retired in 1999. On July 7, 1962 he was married to the former Dorothy Trzeciak at Holy Trinity Church. He was a great outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, trapping, fishing and walking Hyde Park Golf Course. He enjoyed going to the casino, horse racing and was an avid Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres fan. Mr. Wiatr especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-granddaughter and was a helpful friend to all his neighbors. Mr. Wiatr is survived by his wife of 54 years, Dorothy (Trzeciak) Wiatr; his children, Thomas (Diane) Wiatr of Niagara Falls, David (Anita) Wiatr of Las Vegas, NV, Kathleen (Mark) Becker of Niagara Falls and Michelle (Joseph) Holody of Erie, PA; his grandchildren, Michelle, David, Julia and Mary; great-granddaughter, Isabella; 7 step-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived by his brothers, Anthony Wiatr and John Wiatr; and his sisters, Rita Wylucki and Elizabeth Jaroszewski. He was predeceased by his sisters, Aline Pokoj and Adele Bateman. Friends may call on Tuesday from 3 until 7 pm at the LABUDA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 356 Portage Road where funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 10:00 am with Rev. Jacek P. Mazur officiating. Interment in Holy Trinity Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Niagara Hospice, Inc. 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094. | WIATR, Walter J (I187572)
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27017 | Walter Joseph Promowicz II, age 39 of Niagara Falls, NY, entered into rest on November 25, 2018 at his residence. Born February 9, 1979 in Brindisi, Italy; son of Robin (Ferris) Rohring and the late Roger A. Promowicz. Walter was a graduate of Buffalo State College, where he earned his bachelor's degree in computer science. He served in the United States Air Force, from 2002-2008. Walter was employed at Tops, on Grand Island, and presently at Walmart, in Niagara Falls. He enjoyed computers, gaming, hockey, and refereed children's hockey, when he lived in Florida. Survivors include two children, Carolina Titer and Maxton Promowicz both of Niagara Falls; his mother, Robin Rohring; step-father, William Rohring; two sisters, Casandra (Michael) Korosi of FL and Alexis (Rob) Wrobel or Grand Island; a brother, Cory (Elizabeth) Promowicz of Buffalo; a nephew, Aiden Wrobel; and two nieces, Grace Promowicz and Viviane Wrobel. Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Friday (November 30) at 7:00 p.m. in the DuBois Funeral Home, 2436 Niagara Road, (Bergholz) in Wheatfield, with the Rev. Michael A. Keicher, officiating. | PROMOWICZ, Walter Joseph (I197203)
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27018 | Walter L. Ganshaw, age 88, of Wilson, entered into rest on Friday, February 12, 2010 in the family homestead on the Cambria-Wilson Road, Wilson. Born on Sept. 7, 1921, he was the son of the late Herman and Rose (Koeppen) Ganshaw and the 10th in their family of 12 children. Walter graduated from Wilson High School in 1938. When he joined the 4-H in its second year at the Wilson District 13 Schoolhouse, he had no idea it would afford him the opportunity to attend college. A $150 scholarship won by Walt for his 4-H record of achievement proved to be one of the most important events in his life. The scholarship not only prompted him to go to Cornell University in Ithaca, but also resulted in his career and passion as a 4-H executive dedicated to 4-H youth work. Once at college, he worked his way through by serving as a counterman in a cafeteria. He spent summers working as an assistant in the 4-H and on the family farm. In 1966, Walt was one of six 4-H Agents in the U.S. to receive a National "Distinguished Service Award." He was recognized for developing one of the state's outstanding county programs and his special efforts to grow the 4-H program in urban centers. Walt earned a Master's Degree from Michigan State University. Later in life, he enjoyed a second career at his friend, Don Luff's greenhouses.Walt was a lifelong member of North Ridge United Methodist Church. He was a charter member of the Wilson Conservation Club. He also enjoyed membership in the Wilson Fire Company, the Wilson Historical Society, American Legion Post #531, and the Bargemen Barbershop Quartet. Walt's green thumb was evident in his lush gardens. He made weekly trips to the Clinton-Bailey Market in Buffalo to sell his produce through 2002. Walt's love of the outdoors literally proceeded him. He traveled in his pickup truck, the "Southern Tier Express," always looking forward to the next trip down the 219 and to his beloved hunting cabin. He celebrated patriotism. He enjoyed most sports (except the Yankees), fishing trips to the French River in Canada, bird watching, cooking and spending time with loved ones. Walter is survived by his brother, William Ganshaw of Cape Cod, MA and two sisters-in-law, Jackie and Elaine Ganshaw. Nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews will miss him dearly. He was predeceased by six brothers, Fred, Herman, John, Harold, Ernest and Kelly; and four sisters, Anabell Freatman, Bertha Burns, Florence Jacobs and Lorena McDonough. Friends may call at Hamilton and Clark, Inc., Funeral Home, 270 Young Street, Wilson, on Tuesday from 4-8 PM. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 17th at 10 AM in the North Ridge United Methodist Church, 3930 North Ridge Rd., Town of Cambria, with the Rev. J. Fay Cleveland officiating. Burial will follow in North Ridge Cemetery, Church Rd., Town of Cambria. Memorials may be made to North Ridge United Methodist Church, 3930 N. Ridge Rd., Lockport, NY 14094, the Niagara County 4-H Sponsors Committee, 4487 Lake Ave., Lockport, NY 14094, or the Wilson Historical Society, Lake St., Wilson, NY 14172.Visit www.legacy.com/lockportjournal for online guest register. Published in the Greater Niagara Newspapers on 2/14/2010 | GANSHAW, Walter L (I70290)
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27019 | Walter L. Laur passed away September 22, 2021 in Ascension Living Our Lady of Peace, Lewiston. Born September 14, 1931 in Niagara Falls he was the son of Christian and Marion (Schul) Laur. Walter worked in production for Manpower in Niagara Falls. He enjoyed woodworking and was a Buffalo Bills fan. Walter is survived by several nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his siblings Al Laur, Clarence Laur, Helen Budde, Edna Robbins, Louise Tickett, and Dorothy Laur. Relatives and friends are invited to a memorial services Tuesday, September 28th at 11 AM in Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport. | LAUR, Walter Leonard (I9355)
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27020 | Walter R. Hartman, Sr., just had celebrated his 95th birthday, passed away, unexpectedly, on Sunday, March 8, 2015 at his residence. Born on March 3, 1920, in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Edward and Emily (Hooper) Hartman. Mr. Hartman was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls, NY and attended local schools. Walter proudly served in the Merchant Marines, during World War II and was honorably discharged on August 15, 1945. On March 18, 1945, Walter married the former Marilyn Martin. For 43 years, he was employed by Union Carbide, until his re-tirement in 1982. Mr. Hartman was a member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church. Walter loved to walk. In addition to his beloved wife of 70 years on March 18th, Mr. Hartman is survived by one son, Walter R. (Carolee) Hartman, Jr. of Colorado; one grand-daughter, Emily Hartman of Utah; one adopted grandson, David Winters; one sister, Joann (William) Fearn of North Tonawanda, NY and several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, Walter was predeceased by one grandson, Christopher Hartman and five siblings, Ethel Crawford, Evelyn, David, Donald and William Hartman. There will be no prior visitation. Private graveside services will be held in Mt. View Cemetery, Cambria, NY. If desired, memorial offerings may be made to Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1010 Michigan Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY 14305. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (716-297-9007). | HARTMAN, Walter (I213934)
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27021 | Walter R. Hyla, 90, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 22, 2024 at his son’s residence under hospice care in California. Born in Nanticoke, PA, he was the son of the late Walter and Mary (Lotnik) Hyla; and the beloved husband of the late Frances (Fitt) Hyla. Walter moved to Niagara Falls in 1951 and earned his Associate’s degree in Mechanical Technology from Erie County Community College. On April 22, 1953. He enlisted in the United States Army until his honorable discharge in 1955. Walter was employed by the Niagara Falls Wastewater Treatment Plant for over 27 years as an Instrument Technician. He was a devout Catholic and parishioner of the former Holy Trinity Church, as well as their senior group. Walter was also a longtime member of the American Legion Portage Post 1465 and several local pinochle clubs throughout Lewiston, NY and N. Tonawanda, NY. Mr. Hyla is survived by his son Robert (Rebecca) Hyla; two grandchildren, Robert Hyla Jr. and Lauren Hyla; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his wife France, his daughter Lynn Marie, three brothers, Henry, Chester and Joseph Hyla, and his five sisters, Lottie Soldon, Jean Langley, Stella Ziolkowski, Loretta Labus and Sophie Ciszek. Visitation will be Thursday, June 6 from 3 – 7 PM at M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. Walter’s Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 7 at 10:00 AM in Divine Mercy Parish, 2437 Niagara Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303. Military honors and interment will follow in Holy Trinity Cemetery Lewiston, NY. | HYLA, Walter R (I189968)
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27022 | Walter R. Krause, age 98, of North Tonawanda, passed away February 10, 2011. Mr. Krause was born December 24, 1912 in North Tonawanda, son of the late William and Ida ( nee Wittkowsky) Krause. Mr. Krause was a life long member of Friedens United Church of Christ and a 57 year member of Columbia Hook and Ladder #1. Mr. Krause along with his late wife Joan had been Niagara County Foster Parents for over twenty years having over 20 children. Husband of the late Joan Krause who passed away in 2002; beloved father of Keith ( Christine) Krause of Liverpool NY, Terry ( late Maryann) Krause of Lyons NY, Rev. Brian ( Wendy) Krause of Honeoye NY and Karen Neal of North Tonawanda; brother-in-law of Richard and Roger (June) Burgler; also survived by fifteen grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. Friends may call Wednesday from 1 to 4 PM at the WATTENGEL Funeral Home 307 Oliver St. North Tonawanda where Funeral Services will be held at 4 PM with the Rev. Thomas Hardy officiating. Burial will follow in Friedens Cemetery in Wheatfield. | KRAUSE, Walter Raymond (I191645)
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27023 | Walter S. Buchalski, age 91, of North Tonawanda, May 31, 2018 in Elderwood at Grand Island. Walter was the owner and operator of Walt’s Barber Shop in North Tonawanda, he had worked as a barber from 1948-2008. He was a WWII Marine Corp Veteran and was a member of the Marine Corps League, the American Legion Sikora Post and Portage Post, and the Amvets Post #26. He was the husband of the late Dorothy (Sautkus) Buchalski. Beloved father of Martin (Robin) Buchalski. Grandfather of Lauren and Ian Buchalski. Brother of Henry (Carol) Buchalski and the late Stella Maurer, Felix, John, Matt, Leo, Chester, and Teddy Buchalski. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. in North Tonawanda on Sunday from 4 - 8 P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 10 A.M. from St. Jude the Apostle R. C. Church, interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined, memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. | BUCHALSKI, Walter S (I181219)
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27024 | Walter T. “Tom” Philbrick, CCM, (78) of Vero Beach, FL, was summoned unexpectedly to his eternal resting place on January 12, 2019 following a brief illness. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY, the son of Dr. and Mrs. Guy S. Philbrick. Tom graduated from LaSalle Sr. High School in Niagara Falls in 1958 lettering in football and basketball. Following high school, Tom served in the United States Marine Corp from May 5, 1959 until his honorable discharge on April 30, 1963. After his tour of duty in the Marines, he graduated in 1967 from the University of Denver in Denver, Colorado with a BSBA degree in Business Administration. For 33 years he worked in senior management positions in the private country club industry, notably the Belleair Country Club in Belleair, FL as General Manager and Assistant Secretary. He retired from professional life in 2005, then worked briefly in real estate and property management. Over the years he developed a passion for the culinary arts, enjoyed spending time with friends and family, and visiting his childhood home in Niagara Falls, NY. He was committed to his Catholic faith servicing as a Eucharistic Minister and Usher at St. Helen’s Catholic Church in Vero Beach, Above all, Tom was a devoted husband and father who gave all he had to those he loved. Tom is survived by his wife and childhood sweetheart, Joanne (Cappello) Philbrick, one daughter, Leigh Ann (Philbrick) Valente of Mt. Dora, FL, two sons, Christopher John Philbrick of Naples, FL and Thomas Sterling Philbrick of Chesapeake, VA; one sister, Barbara L. Christian of Estes Park, CO; five grandchildren, Nicole, Madison, Thomas, Olivia, Drew Spurlock and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his brothers Robert Miller Philbrick and Guy Sterling Philbrick; Visitation will be from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. on Saturday March 23rd in the Lane Funeral Home. Inc., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls. Private services for the immediate family will be held with Military honors. Flowers are gratefully declined. Arrangements by Lane Funeral Home, Inc. | PHILBRICK, Walter Thomas (I171275)
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27025 | Walter W. "Bubby" Wright, June 20, 2016. Born in Lockport Nov. 11, 1950 to Clesson and Elsie Wright; survived by several siblings, nieces and nephews. Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com. | WRIGHT, Walter W (I99979)
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27026 | Walter. J. Kraatz Ran Grocery Store In Ransomville TOWN OF WILSON - Walter J. Kraatz, 89, of 2324 Maple Rd., Town of Wilson, operator of a grocery store in Ransomville for 21 years, died yesterday (Nov. 7, 1983) in Inter-Community Memorial Hospital in Newfane after a short illness. Born in Lockport, he lived in Wilson for the past 13 years and before that in Ransomville. He was owner of the Kraatz Red and White Store in Ransomville, retiring in 1966, and had been associated with the food industry most of his life. A member of St. Peter Lutheran Church in North Ridge for 59 years, he was also a past chairman of the congregation of the church and was chairman of the dedication committee when the new church was built. He was also a member of the Ransomville Retirees. He is survived by his wife, Gertrude (Housmann); a son, Gerald W. Kraatz of Niagara Falls; four grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He was the son of the late Charles and Louise (Galbraich) Kraatz. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at St. Peter Lutheran Church with the Rev. David Musall officiating. Burial will be in St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may call at the Hardison Funeral Home, Ransomville, tomorrow from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Contributions to St. Peter Lutheran Church acceptable as tribute. | KRAATZ, Walter Julius (I39521)
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27027 | Wanda Bobzien of Burt, NY wife of the late Wayne Bobzien entered into rest on Saturday, May 6, 2023 in Buffalo, NY. She was born in Royalton, NY on July 20, 1935, the daughter of the late Herbert and Margaret Tanner Berndt. Wanda retired in 2005 from ICMH Newfane as a Registered Nurse. She enjoyed deer hunting and was a member of the Faith Lutheran Church of Newfane. Mother of Beverly (Kent Geanangel) Anderson, Barbara (Earl "Pat") Garlock and Christian (Barbara) Bobzien. Grandmother of Brianna, Coby, Dylan, Jordan, Andrew and the late Alisha. Survived by a sister Jean Miller, predeceased by John Berndt, Iva Wruck, Mary Austin, Katherine Nayman, and Patricia Scharlau. Family and friends may call at the Rutland-Corwin Funeral Home, Inc. 2670 Main St. Newfane, NY on Thursday, May 11, 2023 from 4-8pm where a funeral service will be held on Friday, May 12, 2023 at 11am. Burial will be in St. Peters Lutheran Cemetery. Memorial donations to Newfane Lions Club or Faith Lutheran Church of Newfane. | BERNDT, Wanda Ruth (I141425)
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27028 | Wanda L. ZiukoApril 27, 1932 - April 18, 2018Wanda L. Ziuko of Niagara Falls, passed away peacefully onWednesday, April 18, 2018. She was 85. She was born in Wiles-Barre,Pennsylvania on April 27, 1932, a daughter of the late Adam andWanda (Glass) Bergal. She married Henry Ziuko in 1953 and theyremained happily married for 60 years until his passing in 2013.Mrs. Ziuko enjoyed her time with her family.Mrs. Ziuko is survived by four children: Wanda (Gordon) Leyh, Henry(Debbie) Ziuko, Halin (Jerry) Tavano and Zenon (fiance' Kimmie)Ziuko, 8 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. In addition to herhusband she was predeceased by her daughter Helen A. Dinant andthree siblings: Frances Bergal, Alfred Bergal and Raymond Bergal.Friends may call at the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 BuffaloAvenue today (Friday) from 4-7 P.M. where funeral services will beheld on Saturday at 11 AM followed by burial in Gate of HeavenCemetery in Lewiston. | BERGAL, Wanda L (I186502)
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27029 | Wanda M. (Juzwicki) Cutini, 96, of Lewiston, NY, died July 19, 2020 at Our Lady of Peace Nursing Home. Born February 14, 1924 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Jozefa (Gorczynski) Juzwicki. Wanda graduated from Niagara Falls High School and the International Academy of Beauty Culture. On February 15, 1947 Wanda married Michael Louis Cutini at Sacred Heart RC Church in Niagara Falls. Wanda and Michael made their home in Lewiston, NY, where they raised their beloved three sons, Michael M. (Kristina) Cutini of Grand Island, NY, James G. (Melanie) Cutini of Bradenton, FL, and Jan Brian (Wanda) Cutini of Roswell, GA; grandchildren, Kristin Cutini of Cheektowaga, Michael G.Cutini of Pleasantville, NY, Ashley Cutini of Atlanta, GA, Alyssa Cutini-McLain of Canton, GA, Libby Cutini-Dobson of Atlanta, GA; great-grandchildren, Jacob Wawreniec and Ryan Wawreniec of Cheektowaga, NY, Michael Cutini and Sebastian Cutini of Pleasantville, NY, Katelyn Dobson of Atlanta, GA, Madeline Dobson of Macon, GA, Hannah McLain, Hayley McLain, Nick McLain of Canton, GA. Wanda is also survived by many nieces and nephews of the Cutini, Ferguson, Juzwicki and Toponak families. A lifelong advocate of community service, Wanda volunteered for the Board of Elections Voting Committee, U.S. Census, Upper Mountain Fire Company's Exempts and Sacred Heart RC Church and St. Peter's RC Church Mother's Club. She was also a lifetime member of the Charles N. De Glopper Memorial VFW Post 9249 Auxiliary and the Lewiston Senior Club. Wanda was predeceased by her husband, Michael L. Cutini, in 1983; and her brothers and sisters, Genevieve Ferguson, John Juzwicki, Stephen Juzwicki, Benjamin Juzwicki and Judith Toponak. Wanda's family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Brookdale Niagara, Our Lady of Peace Nursing Home and her niece, Tanis Toponak, for their loving care of Wanda, as well as Dr. Todd M. Orszulak and Dr. Sachin Wadawan. Wanda donated her body to the University of Buffalo Medical School. A celebration of life memorial service will be announced at a future date. Memorial contributions can be made to Upper Mountain Fire Co., 839 Moyer Rd., Lewiston, NY 14092.Published on July 20, 2020 | JUZWICKI, Wanda M (I82735)
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27030 | WARBLOW - Robert Glenwood 82, of Etowah, NC, passed away June 20, 2014, after a lengthy illness. He was born on December 23, 1931 in North Tonawanda, NY to the late Glenwood and Edna Schroeder Warblow. He was the brother of the late James Warblow of North Tonawanda, NY. Robert is survived by his wife Dorothy Ann Keenan Warblow of Etowah, NC; a nephew, Robert Snyder; a great-nephew, Daniel Snyder and a great-niece Renee Snyder all of Tonawanda, NY. After graduating North Tonawanda High School, Robert received a degree in Interior Design from the Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, NY. He then joined the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict. After the service he attended the University of Colorado at Denver and received a Masters Degree in Design. Interior Design was not just a job to Robert, it was something he loved. His clients were not just customers, but friends. He worked in interior design for 50 years before retiring. His work took him all over the United States and Canada. Robert loved to travel and meet new people. He loved the theater and classical music. Robert was a member of St. James Episcopal Church in Hendersonville, NC, where a memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on July 16, 2014 to celebrate his life. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to: St. James Episcopal Church, 766 North Main Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792 or Four Seasons Compassion-for-Life, 581 South Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731. A sympathy card and online register book is available by visiting www.forestlawnhendersonville.com Arrangements by the FOREST LAWN FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News on June 26, 2014 | WARBLOW, Robert Glenwood (I61595)
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27031 | WARD - Denise Marie Age 65, of Lutz, Florida. Passed away on Monday, July 27, 2020. Mrs. Ward was born Denise Marie Meisenberg on August 14, 1954, in North Tonawanda, New York, and moved to Lutz, Florida in 2004. Before relocating to Florida, she was a longtime resident of Fairport Rochester, NY. Mrs. Ward was a dedicated Registered Nurse and Geriatric Nurse Practitioner for thirty years, providing love and care to Hospital and Hospice Patients in both NY and FL. She loved cooking, gardening, traveling and interior decorating, but most of all she loved Mark, her husband of thirty-five years, their sweet Scotties, Lenny and Lucy, and her Church where she was an active participant in Sunday services, bible studies and outreach programs. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Lutz, FL. Mrs. Ward was preceded in death by her mother Ruth; her father, Franklin; and her brother, Frankie (Louise). She is survived by her husband Mark; as well as her sisters, Caro Bowerman (Ernie), Lori Hinman (Mark) and Beth Thompson (Dennis); her brother David Meisenberg (Patti); loving in-laws, Trudy Newman (Roderick) and Lance Ward (Lynn); as well as twenty-one nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life for Mrs. Ward will be held on her birthday, August 14, 2020, in Lutz, Florida, at the First United Methodist Church of Lutz. Donations to The Kids of St. Jude at https://www.stjude.org/donate/, in lieu of flowers are appreciated. | MEISENBURG, Denise Marie (I192966)
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27032 | Ward Kevin Schaal passed away on July 7, 2020 in Niagara Falls. He was 52 years old. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, on May 12, 1968, a son of the late Walter K. and Gladys (Tuten) Schaal. He graduated from the former LaSalle Senior High School in June 1987. He worked at various jobs, Precious Plate, Air Sep, Innovated Chemicals and Ultra Tool and Plastics. Ward will be remembered as an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and the Buffalo Bills. He had a quick wit to make you laugh and was always willing to lend a hand. He is survived by his siblings, Wanda Smiley, Wynnette Dohsi, Willeen Lansberry, Wendy (Joseph) Coleman and Wade Schaal. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews Due to the Covid 19 Pandemic the family will attended a private service at Niagara Falls Memorial Park Cemetery on July 13 at 11 AM. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC.Published on July 10, 2020 | SCHAAL, Ward Kevin (I204254)
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27033 | Warmington - Kenneth R. Jr. October 14, 2014, age 67, of Tonawanda, after a long illness, husband of Barbara (nee Paciorek) Warmington; father of Liane (John) Burns and James (Christina) Warmington; brother of Donald (Karen) Warmington; grandfather of Zachary, Sydney, Kyle, Adam, Tyler and Brianna; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call today (Thursday) from 4-8 PM at the HAMP FUNERAL HOME, Inc., 37 Adam St. at Seymour, Tonawanda, where funeral services will be held at 10 AM Friday. Friends invited. If desired, memorials to the Wounded Warrior Project are preferred. Mr. Warmington had been employed at the GM Engine Plant until retiring in 2000 and was an Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. Complete obituary, condolences and directions at www.hampfuneral.com | WARMINGTON, Kenneth R (I165988)
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27034 | WARNER - Mary Louise (nee Helf) Age 93, a lifelong resident of the City of Tonawanda, died suddenly on Saturday, November 21, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Elwyn Charles Warner, DDS; loving mother of Richard (Linda) Warner, Ellen (late Robert) Church, Wendy (Dennis) Nebelecky, Robert (Paula) Warner, DDS, Beth (George) Breuhaus, Virginia (Michael) Chatelle, and John (Michelle) Warner; grandmother of Jennifer (Scott) Thomas, Katie (Matthew) Hollenbach, Victoria Church, Jeremy Nebelecky, Alexandra, Benjamin (Sherin), and Andrew Warner, Jessica and Sara Breuhaus, Jonathan (fiance Tara), Justin, and Jordan Chatelle, Logan and Carlie Warner; great-grandmother of Scott and Jayson Thomas and one great-grandchild expected soon; daughter of the late Roy M. Helf, Sr. and Irene (nee Hemple) Helf; sister of the late Roy M. "Bus" (late Dorothy) Helf, Jr.; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Due to the current covid pandemic, a private service and interment will be held by the family. A public Celebration of Life will be held at a future date and time to be announced. Mary Lou was a 1944 graduate of Tonawanda High School and a 1948 graduate of Syracuse University. She was a member of Grove Street Christian Church in the City of Tonawanda, and was a member of the Historical Society of the Tonawandas. She volunteered for many years at Roswell Park Cancer Institute and DeGraff Memorial Hospital. Memorials may be made to Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, P.O. Box 631, Buffalo, NY 14240. Arrangements by JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME, INC. Please share online condolences at www.rothfuneral.com | HELF, Mary Louise (I106232)
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27035 | Warren E. Haseley of Port Washington passed to his eternal rest on October 20, 2018 at the age of 96. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Bernice (Antoine) of Port Washington, daughter Susan (Keith) Campbell of Richfield, and sons Gary (Debra) of Port Washington and Warren (Marjorie) of Mt. Prospect, IL. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, sister Nancy (Paul) Swatek of Lake Geneva, and brothers Donald (Lillian) Haseley of Port Washington and Eugene (the late Betty) Haseley of Lake Geneva. Preceding him in death are two sons, Dean and Gregory, sisters Adene Haseley, Carol (the late Lawrence) Entress and Phyllis (the late Gerald) Klopp, brother Leonard “Skip” (Betty Jane) Haseley, as well as many friends and other family members. Warren was born in Lake Elmo, Minnesota, on February 17, 1922. His family moved to the Jackson/Cedarburg area before settling in Port Washington, where he graduated from high school. Warren was active in many sports and the high school band. After graduation, he entered the Army Air Corps and was stationed in San Angelo, Texas. After discharge, he attended LaCrosse State Teachers College where he was first chair trumpet in the college band. Warren graduated with a bachelor’s degree in physical education and recreation, and later went on to receive a master’s degree in Administration from Roosevelt University in Chicago. He and Bernice were married on June 17, 1950, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Lake Church, in the Town of Belgium. Warren taught at Southern Colony in Union Grove before he found a teaching position in Waukegan, IL, at Thomas Jefferson Junior High School. He taught physical education, health, and coached basketball for fourteen years before being offered an assistant principal’s position at Thomas Jefferson Middle School in Port Washington in 1968. Mr. Haseley retired from education in 1986, after spending 33 years educating and nurturing teachers and students. In retirement, Warren was active in many senior programs in Port Washington: he served on the Senior Citizen Counsel, played senior softball and started the senior horseshoes’ program in town. His love of music was very important to him; Warren was a charter member of the Ozaukee County Barbershop Chorus, and played his trumpet in the New Horizons Senior band. He and Bernice delivered Meals-on-Wheels for thirty years and he also volunteered for fish fries at his parish, St. John XXIII in Port. Warren was also a longtime member of the Van Ells-Schanen American Legion Post 82 in Port Washington. Warren and Bernice were fortunate to travel to Hawaii and Austria, as well as many cities in the United States. He always expressed disbelief that he actually walked the paths in the Alps. He was amazed at all life had given him. Warren’s wife and family would like to express their deep gratitude to all the friends and family for the support and love over the last year. Special appreciation and admiration is given to the caregivers and nurses of Harbor Club/Cove; their kindness and compassion will never be forgotten. The family also thanks Heartland Hospice, especially Ann, who took such good care of the entire family, especially Dad, and helped them understand and accept this difficult journey. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1 PM on Thursday, October 25th at St. John XXIII-St. Peter of Alcantara Church, 1800 N. Wisconsin St., Port Washington; Father Patrick Wendt will preside. Mass will be followed by Military Honors before processing to St. Mary’s Cemetery, Port Washington, for interment. The family will receive visitors at the CHURCH on Thursday from 11:30AM until services at 1PM, with a Legion walk-through scheduled to begin at 12:30PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Warren’s name can be sent to his favorite charities: American Heart Association and Special Olympics of Ozaukee County. The Eernisse Funeral Home in Port Washington is assisting the family with arrangements; online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com . | HASELEY, Warren Eugene (I48443)
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27036 | Warren L. “Jerry” Broeker, of the Town of Niagara, passed from this earthly life on Friday May 20, 2016 at his residence with his family at his side and while under care of Niagara Hospice. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY on December 1, 1936 the son of the late Roy C. and Vera A. (Hexemer) Broeker. Jerry was a 1954 graduate of the former LaSalle High School and in 1955 entered Wanakena State Ranger School’s general forestry curriculum graduating in February of 1956. He was employed at Kimberly Clarke for seven months before continuing his Forestry studies at Syracuse University receiving a BSA degree in Forest Management & Forest Engineering, proudly graduating in 1960. During his college studies he was employed doing survey work for Bero Construction & Railroad Waterproofing Company. Following graduation, Jerry worked in the survey crew for Johnson Drake and Piper, a heavy road contractor. In 1962 he was hired as a surveyor and quantity person with the Herbert F. Darling Engineering & Construction Company and was elevated to Superintendant in 1964, a position in which he held until his retirement in 1999. Six years following his retirement, the Herbert F. Darling Company continued to call Jerry back to assist with his expertise on their major projects during the summer. Mr. Broeker enlisted and proudly served for six years in the US Army National Guard with the 90th Artillery and later with the 174th Armored Division in Niagara Falls until his honorable discharge in 1966. On April 15, 1961 he married the former Linda Ann Hepfer and were happily married for over 50 years until her passing in March of 2015. Survivors include his four sons: Gary (Keith Cohn) of W. Hollywood, CA; Jeff of Monument, CO; Kyle (Maria) of Doylestown, PA and Shaun of Niagara Falls, NY. Grandchildren: Jeff Jr. of the Town of Tonawanda; Shelby (Rob) Donohue of Niagara Falls, NY; Matthew & Gabrielle of Monument, CO and Maxxim & Skyler of Doylestown, PA. a great-grandson Julian of the Town of Tonawanda and a sister Patti Jean (Bill) Shaefer of N. Tonawanda, NY. Also surviving is Jerry’s good friend and companion Dorothy Sorley who on May 14th of this year entered into and celebrated a Commitment Ceremony. In addition, he will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Jerry was a longtime and active member of the First United Methodist Church where he served as Treasurer and at various times a trustee position for 12 years. He also served as a volunteer with the Escort Department and as the Care Van driver at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center for 14 years. He was an avid enthusiast of all sports however, enjoyed participating in bowling, golf, basketball and softball. The family will be present Wednesday evening from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. and Thursday morning from 10 AM to 12 Noon in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, Inc., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY. Friends are invited to services on Friday at 11 AM in the First United Methodist Church, 8210 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY 14304 with the Rev. Jean Edmister officiating. Private burial committal services will be held in Niagara Falls Memorial Park Cemetery, Town of Lewiston at the convenience of the family. If desired, donations may be made in Jerry’s memory to the First United Methodist Church or to Niagara Hospice, Inc. 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094 | BROEKER, Warren LeRoy (I153404)
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27037 | Warren N. Haseley, 84, of Lockport, NY, passed away on July 3, 2020. Born in Cambria, NY, he was the son of the late Mervin Haseley and Lucille (Noble) Haseley Rossow. Warren served in the United States Army from 1954 until his honorable discharge in 1956. He was employed as a car salesman. There will be no prior visitation. Arrangements by M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. ALSO Warren, a successful car salesman in the Lockport area, and former owner of Vita-Spring Water, died at Buffalo General Hospital after a lengthy period of several medical issues. Warren was pre-deceased by his wife, Patricia (Mattucci) Haseley, mother to Warren M. (Terese) Haseley, Jeffrey Haseley and Lori (Michael) Strickland. He also leaves behind several grandchildren and many nieces and nephews; brothers, Larry (Marcia) and Rick (Nancy); and wife, Judy (Wagner) Haseley. He was predeceased by brothers, David (Roanne) and Wayne (Nellie). Warren was cremated by M.J. Colucci Funeral Home. There will be no funeral service. | HASELEY, Warren Noble (I50536)
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27038 | Warren R. Schul, Sr., 75, of the Town of Niagara, passed away at his residence on September 24, 2020. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Gordon and Dorothy Ruth (Hilts) Schul. Warren was self employed as Master Carpenter. He was an avid Blues musician, playing piano, drums and harmonica in several bands including the Phoenix and the Solid Blues Band. He enjoyed playing and watching football and basketball, but above all, will be remembered as a selfless man who lived for his family. Warren is survived by his children, Jonathan Dullen (Ashley Kyler), Alyssa Schul (Tavon Rowe), Warren Schull II (Taylor DiPirro), Lloyd Schul, Randy Schul, Kristen Schul and Carrie Palotta; 13 grandchildren, including James and Jae’Ona; many great-grandchildren; his siblings, Ross Schul, Scott Schul and Judy (Bob) Kifer, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins and his caregiver, Michael 'Leroy' Hayes. He was predeceased by his late companion, Rhonda Lingenfelter, as well as his siblings, Lloyd Schul, Karl Schul and Arlene ‘Pinky’ Schul. Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 1 from 1 – 3 and 5 – 7 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY 14304 where funeral services will be held at 7 PM. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Niagara University, Office of Institutional Advancement, P.O. Box 2008, Niagara University, NY 14109. Please be sure to include "In Memory of Warren R. Schul" with the donation. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | SCHUL, Warren Raymond (I9068)
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27039 | Warsaw NY Western New York - 11/2/1922 Mr. and Mrs. .Albert Brass and Mrs Frank Brass attended the wedding of. Maurice Brass to Miss Mary Mc- Lean of Niagara Falls on Tuesday. ALSO Niagara Gazette - 10/22/1972 NIAGARA FALLS - Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Brass will be renewing their 50-year-old wedding vows this afternoon in a special Folk Mass at St. Charles Church. Miss Isabelle Moore, Kenmore, N.Y., will attend the ceremony and assist in the blessing of the rings'. The readings during the service were.chosen by the couple's children. The festivities for the pair, who reside at 185 60th St., began on Saturday night with a dinner for the immediate family at the Boathouse Restaurant. After the mass this afternoon, the couple will-be honored at a tea held at Frontier Lanes. Attending the weekend's events will be most of the couples' 27 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. The couple's children are James Brass, Calabases, Calif., Mrs. E.G. (Jean) DeLorenzo, Richard Brass, Marietta, N.Y., Mrs. Angelo (Joan) Rizzo, Mrs. James (Mary) GrayrWilliam Brass and Peter Brass, Lewiston. | Family: BRASS, Maurice L / MCLEAN, Mary G (F60370)
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27040 | Warsaw NY Western New York - 4/6/1922 Lucas R. Brass, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brass, and Miss Mildred Cole of Sardinia were united in marriage by the Rev. James Bray of Arcade. Their attendants were Miss Frances Hafner and Mr,-Raymond Bookmiller. After a short wedding trip they will be at home in Arcade. Congratulations. | Family: BRASS, Lucas R / COLE, Mildred (F53114)
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27041 | Warsaw NY Western New Yorker Harry W. Hagerman, 83, of Grand Island formerly of Warsaw, died Tuesday (August 26, 1980) In Kenmore Mercy Hospital. From 1934 to 1941, he operated Hagerman' s Auto Rest Service Station and Motel In the Town of Orangeville, and from 1941 to 1964,.was employed by the former elevator factory In Warsaw as an electrician. He retired In 1964. Mr. Hagerman lived on Grand Island since tbe death of his wife, the former Laverda Albright in 1975. He waa a member of Crystal Salt Lodge IOOF and was an excempt fireman with the LaSalle Fire Department on Grand Island. Surviving are a son, Lawrence of Grand Island; seven grandchildren and six groatgrandchildren. | Family: HAGERMAN, Harry W / ALBRIGHT, LaVerda (F39349)
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27042 | Warsaw NY Western New Yorker Mrs. Alice M. Anner, 73, a former resldent of Lakeview, died Wednesday (Sept. 24, 1980) at an Attica apartment the moved Into two days before. Her husband, Clarence, died Sept. 12, and according to reports, she moved_to Attica to be near a daughter. Mrs. Henry (Alice) Schroeder. Death was attributed to natural causes. A member of Lakeview Congregational Church, Mrs. Anner was born in Niagara Falls, June 12, 1907, a daughter of Robert and Christine Rahm Cook. Surviving with her daughter in Attica are a granddaughter, Joy Schroeder of Batavia two sisters, Mrs. Howard (Elsie) Buck of Niagara Falls and Mrs. Chester (Ada) Rembas of Tonawanda and a brother, Howard Cook of Niagara Falls. She was a sister of the late Thomas Cook. Memorials may be made to Lakeview Congregational Church. | COOK, Alice M (I17439)
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27043 | Warsaw NY Western New Yorker Mrs. Onnalee B. Welch, age 69. died at her home in Lamont on March 7, 1970 after a long illness. Mrs. Welch was born in Portage on Dec 19,1900, the daughter of Edson Billings. Her entire life was spent in this area. She formerly worked at the Genesee Falls Hotel as an assistant. She was a mem- ber of the Lamont W.C.T.U. She is survived by her husband, Raymond J. Wlech; two brothers, William Billings of Mt Morris and Howard Billings of Lamont; one sister, Mrs. Ethel Redmond of Nunda. The funeral was held on Monday, March 9, 1970 at 2:00 at the Harmon Funeral Home with Rev. Louis Showers of Castile officiating Bur iaJ was held in the East Koy Cemetery. | BILLINGS, Onalee (I145408)
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27044 | Warsaw NY Western New Yorker WARSAW - Mrs. Miriam Rice Kinney, of 51 Genesee St., Warsaw, died Wed., (June 11,1969) in King Manor Nursing Home here after a long illness. She was 81. She was born in Gloucester, Mass., and had resided in ingston of Tonawanda, and two grandchildren. The service was in the Warsaw 45 years. She was the widow of Price W. Kinney, who died in 1964. She was graduated from Vassar in the Class of 1906 and was a member of Phi BeUa Kappa. She was a past president of the Monday Club of Warsaw and a member of the Delphians of Warsaw. She was a member of the United Church of Warsaw. For many years she was a Warsaw Library trustee and was endorsed by both political parties to serve on the board. She served on the board until 1960. She and her husband trav- extensively through Europe the Mediterranean and the Far East. She leaves a daughter, Mrs. Gerald Laventure of Niagara Falls; a son, Robert of Rochester; a foster daughter Mrs. Ralph Planck of Cloverdale, Calif., seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a brother,. Dr. Kenneth R. Rice of Warsaw and a niece, Mrs. Richard Duscben of Warsaw. Memorial donations may bemade to the American Cancer Sodety. | RICE, Miriam (I124753)
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27045 | Warsaw NY Western New Yorker Mrs. Anna B. Williams, 50, of Ridge Rd., Town of Darien, died Tuesday (Nov. 22, 1977) at Buffalo General Hospital where she had been a patient for six days. Mrs. Williams was born in Akron Sept. 19, 1927 and was the daughter of Frank Borchert of Akron and the late Fannie Kelkenberg Borchert. A resident of t h e area for 23 years, she was a member of the Darien United Methodist Church. Surviving with her father are her husband, Carleton; a daughter, Katherine; a son, Carl D, both at home; a sister, Miss Rose Borchert of Akron; aunts, un- cles and cousins. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, North Darien. | BORCHERT, Rose Mildred (I158032)
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27046 | Warsaw NY Western New Yorker Mrs. Ruth L. Sawdey, 80. of Big Tree Rd. Pavilion, died Monday (July 7, 1980) at Genesee County Nursing Home, Batavia, after a long illness. Mrs. Sawdey was born in Alabama, March 27. 1900. a daughter of James and Hattie Harris Buckland. She was the widow of Marion W. Barrett and Floyd M. Sawdey. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Donald (Leona) Bernd of Pavilion; two sons, William M. Barrett of Batavia and Floyd Sawdey of Potter; a brother, Henry Buckland of Batavia: a granddaughter, Betty Bernd of Pavilion; ten other grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. | BUCKLAND, Ruth Lillian (I182632)
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27047 | Warsaw NY Western New Yorker Sympathy is extended to the relatives of Agnes Glasner Brass for whom funeral services were held in East Aurora Friday morning. Interment in St Mary's Cemetery, Strykersville | GLASNER, Agnes E (I166493)
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27048 | Warsaw NY Western New Yorker - 10/23-24/1985 WARSAW - Funeral services will be held at 10AM Tuesday in the Weeks Funeral Home for James A. Benedict Sr., 62, of Brooklyn S t , who died Oct 20, 1984 in the Wyoming County Community Community Hospital. Burial will be in Warsaw Cemetery. Benedict owned and operated Benedict's Mobil Station in Warsaw for 25 years. He was an Army Air Corps veteran of World War II and was a member of the Walter Klein American Legion Post Survivors include his wife, Patricia Hoyt Benedict; two sons, James Jr., and Bradley S.; his mother, Harriet Benedict; two sisters, Doris Smallwood of Tallahasee, Fla. and Hazel Choske of Springfield, S. C ; two brothers, Donald of Rochester and Richard of Springfield, S. C , and three grandchildren. | BENEDICT, James A (I135783)
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27049 | Warsaw NY Western New Yorker - 12/30/1920 Abigail Celia Sweet, died at her home south of the village on Sunday afternoon, December 21. Besides her husband, George Sweet, she is survived by three small children and her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Ezekiel Billings of Cas- tile. | BILLINGS, Abigail Celia (I145378)
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27050 | Warsaw NY Western New Yorker - 2/28-29/1984 A memorial service was held at the convenience of the family for Bernard J. Buelte, 46, of 6832 Westvlew Drive. Perry, who died Feb. 22, 1984 in Wyoming County Community Hospital. A resident of the Perry area for the past 10 years, Mr. Buelte was employed as a construction worker In the Rochester area until illness forced him to retire in 1966. Survivors Include his wife, Jean Cooke Buelte; one son, Bernard, at home; one daughter, Barbara, at home; two step- daughters, Jeanette Whetmore and Paulette Row sow ski; two stepsons, Wayne and Scott Tavernler, both at home; three sisters, Dorothy Cassldy, Mary Volkman and Patricia Touhey, all of Rochester; and one grandchild. Burial was In the Glenwood Cemetery In Perry. | BUELTE, Bernard J (I185291)
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