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28201	Retzlaff Rites Held Walmore, N. Y.-Funeral services for Edward F. Retzlaff, of Walmore, N. Y., were held Tuesday from the home at 2 P.M. and at St. Peter's Lutheran church at 2:30. Burial was in the Walmore Cemetery. The bearers were Rudolph Retzlaff, Edward Walck, Alfred Walck, Howard Walck, Arthur DuBois, and Melvin Walck. Honorary bearers included Willis Retzlaff, Chester Walck, Emily Walck and Ruth Beutel. Mr. Retzlaff was born in Germany in 1862. He came to this country in 1880 and has since resided in Walmore. He is survived by his wife Mrs. Auguste Retzlaff, one son, Arthur and two daughters, Mrs. August Walck and Mrs. Felix Walck. He also left 11 grandchildren.	RETZLAFF, Edward Friedrich Wilhelm (I53585)
28202	REUTHER - John G., Jr. Of Niagara Falls, NY, at age 67, October 2, 2018. Beloved husband of 47 years to Linda C. (Duerr) Reuther; dearest father of Stacy L. Ventry (Jeffrey Yuzva); grandfather of Jacob and Matthew Ventry (Natalie Vasi); son of the late John G., Sr. and Candace (Wilmarth) Reuther; brother of Florence (late Kenneth) Felvus and Candace (Thomas) Schultz; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. A Memorial Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to Niagara Hospice House. Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.eriecountycremationservice.com	REUTHER, John G (I73230)
28203	REV A. WALCK IS DEAD SANBORN - The Rev, Alfred W. Walck Sr., 81, of 2940 Lockport Road, a Lutheran clergyman for 57 years, died Sunday (Sept. 7, 1969) in Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. He was a native of Sanborn and celebrated the 50th anniversary of his ordination on Feb. 18, 1962. At that time he said, 'Tm deeply grateful and appreciative to the kindness and mercies of God for giving me the privilege of. serving Him and helping His people. The Rev. Mr. Walck was ordained after studies at the former Martin Luther College, and Seminary in Buffalo. His first church was in Unionville, Mich., in 1912. In 1916 he went to St. Paul, Minn. for home mission work. He was in the St. Paul area 33 years, serving at Grace Lutheran and Hope Lutheran Churches. In 1949 the Rev. Mr. Walck went to Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Webster, N.Y. He was, there 12 years, retiring in August, 1961. Since that time, he has been interim pastor at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, North Tonawanda, St. John's Lutheran Church; County Line, Concordia Lutheran Church at Byron Center, Trinity Lutheran Church, Wolcottsville, and St. Peters Lutheran Church, Walmore Road. He served at St. Peter's for 14 months, until Sept. 24, 1967. He was president emeritus and past secretary of the Lutheran Orient Mission Society and served on various mission boards. The Rev. Mr. Walck was married to the former Amanda Milleville for 53 years, until her death in 1965. He is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Donald Wendt of Niagara Falls, Mrs. Walter Winness, of Chambersburg, Pa., and Miss Amanda Walck, a parish worker at Bethlehem Lutheran Church Morris, III. a son, the Rev. W. Walck Jr., of Madang, New Guinea; three brothers,'Rudolph C, William A., and Hubert E. Walck, all of here; a sister, Mrs. John Devantier, of Niagara Falls; and 11 grandchildren. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and -from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Pike and Jones Funeral Home here. The Rev. Mr. Walck will lie in state, from noon until 2 p.m. Wednesday, in St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Walmore Road, funeral-services will be conducted at 2 p.m. by the Rev. Carl Duewe, interim pastor at St. Peter's. Burial will be in St. Peter's Cemetery. The family said contributions may be made to the World Missions of the Lutheran Church as tribute.	WALCK, Rev Wilhelm Alfred Alexander (I48215)
28204	Rev. A. Haseley, Lake Elmo, Dies The Rev. Albert Haseley, who served St. Paul's Lutheran church at Lake Elmo during his entire 61 years as a pastor, died Wednesday in a Stillwater hospital. He was 91. He was graduated from Martin Luther seminary, Buffalo, N. Y, in Rev. Haseley 1891 and went to St. Paul's church. He remained in that pastorate until retiring in November, 1952. Mrs. Haseley died in 1949. Surviving the clergyman are 4 sons. Gregor of St. Paul Park, the Rev. Leonard of Pittsburg, and Alfred and Gotthold, both of Lake Elmo; 1 daughter, Adelia of Lake Elmo; a sister, 15 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Services will be held Friday in Lake Elmo at Christ Lutheran church, which has merged with St. Paul's church.	HASELEY, Albert Christian Ferdinand (I47895)
28205	Rev. David Beutel, 69, of Sanborn, NY Friday (April 5, 2019) in Mt. St. Mary’s Hospital. Rev. Beutel was born in North Tonawanda, New York on September 5, 1949 to Hubert and Gladys (Bartel) Beutel. Rev. Beutel grew up in Sanborn, went to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and School, then later Starpoint High School. He graduated from Concordia Theological Seminary, in Springfield, Illinois in 1973 with a Master of Divinity. He then served at Redeemer and First Lutheran Church in Monkton and Logan Township, Ontario, He served at Redeemer Lutheran Church in North Tonawanda since 1983 until the present. In his spare time, he enjoyed cooking, barbecuing, his John Deere, traveling, target shooting, and the outdoors. Rev. Beutel was predeceased by his parents and his brothers Jerry and Howard Beutel.  Rev. Beutel is survived by his wife of 47 years Kathleen (Lange) Beutel, father of Laura (Ryan) Allen, Heidi Beutel, and Eric (Heidi Edmands) Beutel, brother of Raymond (Amanda), Bonita (the late Leonard) Forth, brother-in-law of Gail and Arlene Beutel. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews and his Redeemer Family. Friends may call Tuesday (April 9, 2019) from 12-3 P.M. and 5-8 P.M. at the Wattengel Funeral Home, 533 Meadow Drive North Tonawanda, NY. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 10:00 A.M. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 265 Falconer Street, North Tonawanda, NY. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church	BEUTEL, Rev David Allen (I50124)
28206	Rev. Dr. A.W. Moldenhauer, age 93 of North Tonawanda, was taken to his eternal home on September 23, 2021, by the Lord Jesus he served so faithfully and passionately for more than 65 years. Born in Detroit, MI on Oct. 21, 1927 to the late Charles and Rose Moldenhauer, he has rejoicingly, been reunitedin heaven with Lois, his beloved wife and ministry partner of nearly 60 years. Moldenhauer was Pastor of St. Matthew Lutheran Church in North Tonawanda for 54 years. The congregational membership grew from about 500 in 1955, when he began his ministry there, to more than 2,000, leading to the construction of a new church facility in 1974. That included a Christian Day School, which Rev. Moldenhauer helped to reopen in 1957, after it had been closed for more than 40 years. He had a passion for teaching, including Lutheran instructional classes, and as recently as 2019, Bible classes. “I love teaching and preaching,” he said in a 2003 Buffalo News story. “That’s my job: to teach and influence my flock. This is my calling.” He served as chaplain of the North Tonawanda Police Benevolent Association for 33 years, chaplain of the North Tonawanda Professional Fire Fighters organization for 45 years and chaplain of the Civil Defense Emergency Management Association. He was also active in the community in other areas: as chairman of the City Youth Board, vice chairman of the NT Narcotics Council, member of the DeGraff Memorial Hospital Board, member of the NT Dive Rescue Team, charter member of the Western Regional Critical Stress Debriefing Team, and spearheaded the annual NT Police and Fire departments’ Christmas food and clothing drive for needy families. In 1974, Rev. Moldenhauer was named “Citizen of the Year” by the Chamber of Commerce of the Tonawandas. In 1992, he was honored with the “Servant of Christ Award” by Concordia College of Bronxville, NY, and in 1994, he was presented with an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Concordia Seminary, in St. Louis, MO, where he graduated from in 1953. He began his ministry that year at two mission churches in northern Ontario. Rev. Moldenhauer lived to serve God and others, and next to his love for Jesus came his endearing love for his family. He is survived by children Philip (Lisa) Moldenhauer of Lansing, MI, Rev. Paul Moldenhauer (Corleen) Moldenhauer of Walled Lake, MI, Deborah (Thomas) Hromowyk of North Tonawanda, and Miriam (Gary) Moldenhauer-Majewski of Tonawanda; nine grandchildren: Amy, Joshua, Andrew, Wesley, Benjamin, Andrea, Justin, David, and Michael; and 20 great grandchildren. Also surviving are his brother Robert Moldenhauer of Westland, MI, and sisters Irma Cole of Chandler, AZ, and Laura Pilla of Redford, MI. Visitation will be at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 875 Eggert Drive, North Tonawanda, NY on Thursday, September 30th from 1-4 and 6-8pm; and then Friday, October 1st from 10:30-12 Noon with the funeral service immediately following at 12:30pm. The funeral will be live streamed for those unable to attend, see frettholdfuneralhome.com for online condolences and streaming information. Memorial contributions in honor of Rev. Dr. Moldenhauer (and in lieu of flowers) may be made to: St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 875 Eggert Drive, N. Ton. NY 14120 or NT Professional Firefighers Benevolent, 495 Zimmerman St. NT, or NT Police Benevolent, 216 Payne Ave. NT	MOLDENHAUER, Adolf W (I97519)
28207	Rev. Earnest M. Hulsey, 77, of 35303 Rock Camp Road, New Matamoras, Ohio died Sunday, February 11, 2007 at his home. He was born at Townley, Alabama on July 1, 1929 a son of the late Solan Madison and Lura Lee Keeton Hulsey. Earnest was a retired school teacher for the Switzerland of Ohio School District having taught at Graysville, Bethel, Midway and Laings Schools. He was also a retired minister and member of the Neuhart Baptist Church near Woodsfield, Ohio. He had also formerly served as a minister at the Byesville First Baptist Church, Byesville, Ohio, Ebenezer Baptist Church, Logan, Ohio, Unity Baptist Church near Antioch, Ohio and the Gravel Hill Baptist Church at Fly, Ohio. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean War; a former Monroe County Commissioner; former administrator of MR/DD in Monroe County; former President of Buckeye Hills; former President and member of the Monroe County Board of Health; a member of the V.F.W. Post 6387, New Matamoras, Ohio and had taught hunter safety classes for many years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Anna Marie Jones; one brother, Buddy Hulsey and two sisters, Iva McCreary and Willie Lawson. Surviving are his wife, Harriet M. Lantz Hulsey whom he married on October 21, 1951; three daughters: Jane (Brad) Miller of Wingett Run, Ohio, Karen (Steve) Gray of Westerville, Ohio and Valerie (Bob) Burch of Silver Springs, Maryland; two sons: Earnest P. (Dianna) Hulsey of New Matamoras, Ohio and Phillip B. (Shelley) Hulsey of Sardis, Ohio; three sisters: Irene Savage of Pleasant Hills, California, Lonell Soos of Orange Park, Florida and Ima Lee of Haleyville, Alabama; three brothers: Robert, Solan and Lee P. Hulsey all of Camp Verde, Arizona; a son-in-law: Albert Jones of Anchorage, Alaska; 19 grandchildren; five great grandchildren. Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West, Woodsfield, Ohio from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday where funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday with Phillip B. Hulsey officiating. Burial will follow in the Neuhart Baptist Cemetery near Woodsfield, Ohio with full military graveside services.	HULSEY, Rev Earnest M (I3417)
28208	Rev. Eugene W. Beutel, 77, of Camp Hill, formerly of Freehold and Neptune, NJ, passed away Monday, April 25, 2005 in Holy Spirit Hospital. Born July 27, 1927 in Sanborn, NY, he was the son of the late Edwin and Alice Beutel. He was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving as Army Chaplain in Korea from 1953-1955 and a recipient of the Bronze Star Medal. He served as a Mission Pastor in Baltimore, MD and Neptune, NJ. While living in Freehold, NJ, he was the Mission and Service Director of the American Lutheran Church in the Northeast Area. He obtained his Doctor of Ministry from Princeton University and went on to serve as Coordinator of Region 8 for the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Rev. Beutel is survived by his wife of 54 years, Dolores M. Hanson; three sons, David Beutel and wife, Robin Marek of North Kingston, RI, Paul Beutel and wife, Teena of Newport, PA and Jonathan Beutel of Manasquan, NJ; eight siblings and eight grandchildren. Services will be held at 10 A.M. on Monday, May 2, 2005, in Saint Timothy Lutheran Church, 4200 Market Street, Camp Hill. Burial will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. Viewing will be held from 1 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M. Sunday, May 1, 2005, in the Neil Funeral Home, 3401 Market Street, Camp Hill and from 9 A.M. until the time of service on Monday, in the church. Memorial contributions may be made in Rev. Beutel's honor to The World Hunger Fund of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, P.O. Box 71764, Chicago, Cook County, IL 60694-1764 or a charity of the donor's choice. www.pennlive.com/obits Published in the Patriot-News from 4/26/2005 - 4/29/2005	BEUTEL, Dr Eugene William (I49850)
28209	REV. G. H. ZIEMER, PASTOR OF FALLS CHURCH, PASSES Leader of St. Paul's Lutheran Congregation Victim of Long Illness The Rev. Gustav H. Ziemer, 54, pastor of St. Paul's Lutheran church, Cleveland avenue and Eighteenth street, died in the Buffalo General hospital yesterday afternoon. He had been ill since last December. Born July 14. 1889. at Waltham, Minn., the Rev. Mr. Ziemer graduated from the Martin Luther Theological seminary at Buffalo and was ordained to the ministry in 1912. He served pastorates at Livonia. Minn., from 1912 to 1917, and at Neustadt, Ont.. from 1917 to 1930. Coming to Niagara Falls in the latter year, he had been pastor of St. Paul's church since and had acquired a leading position in church affairs here. He was president of the Buffalo Conference of the American Lutheran church for the last nine years and was vice president of the Eastern district of the church since 1930. He was married in November. 1912. to Miss Amanda Baehre. of Buffalo, who survives him. He is also survived by a daughter, Mrs. Alfred Schultz, of 2430 Linwood avenue, this city; two sons. Lieutenant Frederick Ziemer, with the U. S. Army in California, and LtJg. Arnold Ziemer at the Ottumwa Naval Air station in Iowa; his father. Henry Ziemer. of Waltham. Minn : five brothers. William and Oscar Ziemer. of Iron River. WI; Samuel Ziemer. of Galesville. WI.: Arnold Ziemer, of Blair. WI., and Herbert Ziemer in California, and three sisters, Mrs. Ray Hildreth. of Redlands, Calif, and Mrs Adolph Wertz and Miss Hilda Ziemer. of Sargeant, Minn. Three grandchildren also survive. The body will lie in state at St. Paul's church from 10 a. m. until 2 p. m. Saturday. A service will be held in the parsonage at 2:15 p. m. Saturday, with the Rev. Harmon Eibling. president of the Buffalo pastoral conference of the American Lutheran church, officiating. A service in the church at 2:30 p. m. will be In charge of the Rev. John Kuder. acting pastor. The Rev. W. E. Schutte, DD., of Sewlckley. PA. president of the Eastern district of the American Lutheran church, will preach the funeral .sermon. The committal service at the grave in St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery. Bergholz, N. Y.. will be conducted by the Rev. Alwin Prange, of Calvary Lutheran church, this city. Out of deference to the memory of the late pastor, there will be no regular evening service in St. Paul's church tomorrow evening.	ZIEMER, Rev Gustav H (I61156)
28210	Rev. Harold T. Grabau Former Army chaplain grew up in Bergholz SEGUIN, TX - A memorial service for the Rev. Harold T. Grabau was held Aug. 5 in, Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Seguin, TX. A retired Lutheran minister, Mr. Grabau, 86, died on July 29, 1995, at the home of his daughter, Gretchen Grabau of Houston, following a lengthy illness. Mr. Grabau, the son of Theodore and Martha Grabau, was raised in Bergholz. His father was a teacher at St. James Evangelical Lutheran School. Mr. Grabau left Bergholz in his early teens to study at the Martin Luther Seminary in Buffalo. When that school closed, he transferred to the Capital University Seminary in Columbus, OH. He was a pastor in Kansas and in Ohio early in his career. From 1943 to 1945, he served in the Army Air Forces Chaplain Corps in India. He returned to the military during the Korean War and was stationed in Germany. Mr. Grabau continued to serve in the Army reserves, retiring as a lieutenant colonel from the Chaplain Corps in 1962. He returned to Western New York in 1965 to serve as an administrative assistant at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Buffalo. He then transferred to a church in Scottsdale, Ariz. He retired about 15 years ago as director of development at Texas Lutheran College. His wife of 60 years, the former Dorothy Engelbert, died in 1990. In addition to his daughter, he is survived by another daughter, Dona Manley of Corpus Christi, TX; a son, Lowell Grabau of San Antonio; a brother, Dr. A. Arthur Grabau of Buffalo; several grandchildren and a great-grandchild	GRABAU, Rev Harold Theodore (I54835)
28211	Rev. Howard M. Stroble MARION -- The Rev. Howard Martin Stroble, age 80, of Marion, passed away early Tuesday morning, Nov. 2, 2004, at Marion General Hospital. Born Jan. 11, 1924, in Hartford City, IN., to Howard M. and Ellen (Willman) Stroble, he married the former Judith Milleville at Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY., on June 15, 1952, and she survives at home. Howard was a graduate of Blackford High School in Harford City, IN., Capital University and the Capital Theological Lutheran Seminary in Columbus. He was ordained at the Zion Lutheran Church in Hartford City, In., on July 4, 1954. Just a few weeks ago, 10 members of the 1954 seminary class gathered in Columbus to observe their 50th anniversary of ordination. Howard was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters; Charlotte and Joyce, and a brother; Richard. Surviving beside his wife are his daughter, Ruth Jeannine Roberts, and his son, Kevin Luther (Cynthia) Stroble; his sisters, Wilma McCammon, Mrs. Robert (Rhea) Rodgers, Mrs. William (Mary Ellen) DuBois and Barbara Thomas; his brother, Blaine (Myrna) Stroble; his sister-in-law, Helen Stroble; his granddaughter, Linden Rose Roberts and his grandson, William Howard Roberts. Pastor Stroble was privileged to serve Lutheran churches in WaKeeney, Kan.; Regina, Saskatchewan Canada; Saginaw, Mich.; Alma, Neb.; Union City, In., and St. John Lutheran Church in Cardington. Following his retirement in October 1987, he served as an interim pastor in 17 congregations. Since 1999, he has served as Chaplain of the ARMS program for the nursing homes in Marion. He loved this ministry and brought comfort and hope to many people until the day before he suffered a stroke. Funeral services were held Friday at 10:30 A.M. at Emmanuel Lutheran Church with Pastors J. Weston Jones and Jerald L. Wendt officiating. Burial will follow in Marion Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Hughes-Allen Funeral Home. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to ARMS, Emmanuel Lutheran Church Radio Fund or Quality of Life Hospice. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to his family by logging onto www.hughesalllen.com and opening his obituary.	STROBLE, Howard Martin Jr (I47760)
28212	Rev. Louis E. Heuer The Rev. Louis Heuer, 87, of St. John's Lutheran Home in Mars, Pa., died yesterday (Jan. 16,1983). The Rev. Mr. Heuer graduated from Martin Luther Seminary in Buffalo, and served congregations in Livoma, Minn.; Akron, N.Y.; Holldays Cove, W.Va.; Columbus, Ohio; and Yorkville, Ill. After his retirement he lived in Grove City, Ohio, where he continued to serve as a supply pastor. He spent the last several years at the St. John's Lutheran Home. He is survived by his wife Wilhelmine (Mueller) Heuer; a son, the Rev. Bernard (Betty) Heuer of Whiting, N.J.; daughter Gertrude (the Rev. Willard) Kalk of Fairport Harbor, Ohio; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a brother-in-law, Edward (Edna) Mueller of Niagara Falls; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday at St. James Lutheran Church in Bergholz. The body will lie in state beginning at 2 p.m. in the church sanctuary. Interment will be in St. James Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. John's Lutheran Home in Mars, Pa.,. are acceptable as tribute.	HEUER, Rev Ludwig Ezra (I53532)
28213	Rev. Martin Otto Haseley 79 of rural Farina passed away in the comfort of his home Friday, December 30, 2022. He was born to William and Pearl Haseley on December 13, 1943 on the family farm in rural Shafter, Illinois. Martin attended school in Vera and Vandalia. He joined the Navy in 1964. When he returned home from the Navy, he went to work at Michael's Feed Store in Vandalia. He also farmed in the Vera area. Martin married Sharon Kay Beck from Herrick on October 19, 1973. Martin was ordained as a Southern Baptist Minister on December 2, 1990 at the Hagarstown Baptist Church. He pastored 4 different churches and provided pulpit supply for 40 different churches during his ministry. Martin is survived by his wife Sharon. Sisters: Julia (Roger) Quick, Farina, IL – Freda Beccue, Altamont, IL. Brother-in-laws: Roger (Tina) Beck, Raymond (Bev) Beck, Bernard Beck. Sister-in-laws: Glenda Bolyard and Margie Beck, along with several nieces and nephews. Martin was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers: Dale and Edgar and Sister: Edith Haseley. Services will be held on Wednesday January 4, 2023 at the Kaskaskia Church at 11:00 am with Pastors Joe Lawson and Nick Robertson officiating. Visitation will be at 10:00 am until time of service. Burial with military rites will be in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Rural Ramsey, IL by Anderson-Scroggins Post 46. Memorials may be made to Mt. Pleasant Cemetery or Kaskaskia Church. Miller Funeral Home obituary	HASELEY, Rev Martin Otto (I48953)
28214	REV. PHILIP A. ZIEMENDORF The Rev. Philip A. Ziemendorf, 61, died Saturday afternoon at his home on the Falls boulevard, St. Johnsburg, after a prolonged illness. Born in the town of Wheatfield, he entered the ministry 1906 and retired in 1935. He leaves his wife, Concordia, nee Scheifler; a son, Paul of the U. S. Navy, home on a furlough; four daughters, Mrs. Horace Fath of Huron, ND., Mrs. Thomas M. Hinkley, of Tonawanda and Ruth and Esther at home; a granddaughter, his mother, Mrs. Albertine Ziemendorf of Wheatfield, and two brothers, Theodore of Niagara Falls and Alfred of Prentice, Wis. Rites will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 from the residence and 3:30 from the St. John's church in St Johnsburg. Burial will be in St John's cemetery.	ZIEMENDORF, Philipp August Heinrich (I55915)
28215	Rev. Philip Kearns Mueller Age 88 Of Rice Lake, WI died Monday, July 30, 2018 at the Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire, WI. He was born on October 24, 1929 in Tabriz, Iran to Henry and Margaret (Kearns) Mueller. Philip graduated from the Ladysmith High School in 1947,graduated from Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa, and then his Masters Degree in Divinity from the Wartburg Seminary in Dubuque, Iowa. Philip was married to Regina Welsch on August 27, 1954 in Jesup, Iowa. Philip’s completed his seminary internship in Fond du Lac, WI and then joined the Lutheran Orient Mission Society. Rev. Philip was ordained on April 14, 1957 in Arbil, Iraq by his father. He was Pastor at the Grace Lutheran Church in Marshfield, WI from 1959-1964, Mekane Yesus in Dessie, Ethiopia from 1965-1969, the Bethel and Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Hibbing, MN from 1970-1971 while he received his degree as a Registered Nurse at the Hibbing Community College. He then was Pastor at Fish Creek, Portland, Brush Creek and North Coon Prairie in Cashton, WI from 1972-1978, L’Accueil Fraternel in Chambon-sur-Lignon, France from 1978-1980, Senegal, Linguere in 1980-1988, he was at the Grace Lutheran Church in Brill, WI and the Barronett Lutheran Church in Barronett, WI from 1988 to 1989, the Bethlehem and St. John’s in Pella, WI from 1989-1999 and retired on August 1999. He then became the visitation Pastor at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Rice Lake from 2000 - 2004. Rev. Philip was a member of the Right Reverends Quartet for 17 years, taught monday morning Bible Study at Bethany Lutheran Church for 18 years, participated in the text study on Wednesday morning with other area clergy and on Friday morning he led the Men of Bethany breakfast bible study at Maxine’s Restaurant. He enjoyed reading, fishing, bird watching, hiking, deer hunting and learned 7 different languages during his life. Rev. Philip will be remembered as the music sing-a-long leader every Sunday at 8am service where he would introduce and give the background of every song. He was a very gracious and kind man and was loved by everyone that he met. We thank God that his life was shared by so many people in the world. He is survived by his wife, Regina Mueller of Rice Lake; 6 children, Michal Mueller of Clinton, Massachusetts, Marc (Toni) Mueller of Puyallup, Washington, David (Beth) Mueller of Yangon, Myanmar, Deborah Mueller of Oshkosh, WI, Keren (Elton) Jorde of Tracy, MN and Nathan (Kris) Mueller of Marvin, South Dakota; 9 grandchildren, Philip, Emily-Rose, Jonathan, Michal, James, Jessica, Rachel, Elisabeth and Andrew; 2 great grandchildren, Benjamin and Gabriel; 6 nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Margaret Mueller and a sister, Katherine Clark. Funeral Services will be held at 11AM Saturday, August 4, 2018 at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Rice Lake, Rev. Grant Aaseng officiating, with interment in Our Saviors Cemetery in Campia, WI. Visitation will be held from 4-7PM Friday at Appleyard’s Home for Funerals in Rice Lake and for one hour prior to the Funeral Service on Saturday at the Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to the Bethany Lutheran Church, the Malawi Feeding Stations or World Hunger.	MUELLER, Rev Phillip Carl (I53456)
28216	Rev. Walter F. Williams Past Falls Man Was Lutheran Pastor MAUMEE, Ohio - Services were held Nov. 16 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Maumee, Ohio, for the Rev. Walter F. Williams, 78, a former Niagara County resident. Burial was in Fort Meigs Cemetery, Ohio. Williams died Nov. 6, 1989, at St. Luke's Hospital, Perrysburg, Ohio. Born in Sanborn, he was the son of Edward and Augusta Schultz Williams. He held a B.A. from Capital University, Columbus, Ohio; M.A. from Niagara University; and B.D. from the Evangelical Theological Seminary in Ohio. Before entering the seminary, he worked as a cost accountant for Electro Metallurigical (sic-sp) Co. in Niagara Falls. Williams was pastor of St. Paul's Lutheran Church from 1953 to 1974 when he retired. He had also served as pastor at Grace Lutheran Church in Berlin, Wisc., and St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Defiance, Ohio. Survivors include his wife, Ruth E. Schultz Williams; sons, the Rev. Philip Williams of Pittsburgh, Pa., and Stephen Williams of Cleveland, Ohio; four grandchildren; sisters, Mrs. James (Esther) Holladay of Florida and Mrs. Alfred (Martha) DeVantier of Sanborn. He was the brother of the late Arthur Williams, Melvin Williams, Mrs. Ed (Alice) Beutel Sr. and Mrs. William (Josephine) Buerger Sr.. all of Sanborn.	WILLIAMS, Rev Walter Friedrich Edward (I48577)
28217	Reve M. Altman passed away November 10, 2024 in Buffalo General Medical Center.  Born March 5, 1939 in Lockport she was the daughter Alex T. and Viola (Brewer) Szur.  Reve is survived by her husband H. “Dick” Altman; sons Richard (Julie) Altman and Matthew (Sandi) Altman; three grandchildren and one great grandchild. Relatives and friends may Wednesday, Nov. 13th from 9-10 AM with funeral services following at 10 AM all in St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 3229 Upper Mountain Rd., Sanborn, NY 14132.  Interment will be in North Ridge Cemetery.	ALTMAN, Horace Richard (I170613)
28218	Reve M. Altman passed away November 10, 2024 in Buffalo General Medical Center.  Born March 5, 1939 in Lockport she was the daughter Alex T. and Viola (Brewer) Szur.  Reve is survived by her husband H. “Dick” Altman; sons Richard (Julie) Altman and Matthew (Sandi) Altman; three grandchildren and one great grandchild. Relatives and friends may Wednesday, Nov. 13th from 9-10 AM with funeral services following at 10 AM all in St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 3229 Upper Mountain Rd., Sanborn, NY 14132.  Interment will be in North Ridge Cemetery.	SZUR, Reva Mary (I170609)
28219	Reverend Francis "Frank" Edward Camann, age 73 of Clintonville, entered his eternal home on Tuesday, July 5, 2005 at his residence. He was born on October 22, 1931 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. He was the son of the late Albert and Emma (Baars) Camann. Frank was baptized on November 15, 1931 and confirmed on March 25, 1945 into the Lutheran faith at Holy Ghost Lutheran Church in Bergholz, NY. Upon graduating from Niagara Falls Senior High School, he worked at General Abrasive Corp. and Niagara Power Co. one year before attending Concordia Teachers College, River Forest, IL. He graduated there on June 11, 1954 with a B.S. Degree in Education. On June 25, 1955 he married Doris Schmidt. His parochial school teaching years were spent in Plymouth, WI (1954-1963), Cabot, PA (1963-1965), and Luxemburg, WI (1965-1968). He enrolled at Concordia Seminary, Springfield, IL in 1968. During his 3 years of studies he assisted congregations in Farmersville and Danville, IL. His vicarage year was spent at St. John, Rochester, MI. In 1972 Frank graduated with a Master of Divinity degree from Concordia Seminary. He served pastorates at Zion, Wayside, WI (1972-1978), St. Paul, Williamsburg, IA (1978-1979), and Trinity and Grace, Bear Creek, WI (1979-1994). He retired from full-time ministry in 1994, completing 40 years of service to the church. During retirement Frank assisted the chaplain at Wisconsin State Veterans Home in King, WI. He also helped at various area churches, primarily Zion Embarrass and St. Peter Pella Opening, and St. Martin in Clintonville until early 2003 when his health began to fail. Survivors are: His wife Doris. 3 Sons: Daniel (Paula) Camann, Algonquin, IL. Thomas (Karen) Camann, Neenah, WI. Joel (Shari) Camann. Waupaca, WI. 3 Daughters: Rebecca (Theodore) Lipanot, Clintonville, WI. Beth (Jerry) McCormick, Clintonville, WI. Judith (Daniel) Miller, Clintonville, WI. 17 Grandchildren: Megan (Tony) Moretti, Amanda Camann, Andrew, Nicholas, and Kathryn Camann, Rachel, Sarah, Rebecca, and James Camann, Jacob and Luke McCormick, Amy, Abigail, and Thomas Miller, Timothy, David, and Benjamin Lipanot. 2 Great-Grandchildren: Jackson and Grace Moretti. 3 Brothers: Waldemar Camann, Roland (Bonnie) Camann, and Eugene Camann all of Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Frank was preceded in death by: His Parents and a brother Albert Jr. Funeral services will be held Saturday July 9, 2005 at 11 AM at the Trinity Lutheran Church in the Township of Bear Creek, Waupaca County, WI with the Rev. Steven Pockat officiating and interment will follow at the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery also in the Township of Bear Creek. Friends may call at the Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home, Clintonville from 5-8 PM Friday with a prayer service beginning at 8 PM or after 10 AM at the church on Saturday until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Grace Lutheran Church Building or organ funds. For more information or to send condolences visit www.eberhardtstevenson.com. Frank's family gives special thanks to Theda Care Hospice, especially Amy Jobe.	CAMANN, Francis Edward (I52919)
28220	Rhinebeck NY Gazette - 4/2/1964 Bryan Kirk Birge, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Birge, of River road, died suddenly Saturday, Mar. 28 at Northern Dutchess hospital. He was born Dec. 21, 1963 in Kingston. Surviving, besides his parents, are his twin brother, Bradley Seth, one other brother, Robert Scott, a sister, Deborah Marie, a paternal grandmother, Mrs. Marie R. Birge of Utica, and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Graveside services were held Monday, Mar. 30 at Crown Hill Memorial Park in Kirkland. The Rev. Kenneth Cordes, pastor o f t h e Rhinebeck Reformed Church, officiated	BIRGE, Bryan Kirk (I146374)
28221	Rhinebeck NY Gazette - 7/8/1982 Mary Berean Weatherwax, 71, of Red Hook died July 1 at St. Peter's Hospice in Albany She was born Sept. 10, 1910 in Hamburg (ErieCounty). Mrs. Weatherwax was a graduate of Wells College, Aurora. In 1931 she married H. Law Weatherwax, who survives. In addition to her husband, Mrs Weatherwax is survived uy two sons, William L. Weatherwax of Hyde Park and John B. Weatherwax of Green, S.C.; a daughter, Mary Law Powell of Big Sandy, Tenn; two brothers; a sister and seven grandchildren. Friends called at the family home, Country Club Road, Red Hook. Memorial donations may be made to St. Peter's Hospice, Albany, 12208.	BEREAN, Mary Alice (I139829)
28222	Rhoda Luela (Gayman) Miller, 90, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Tuesday, June 26, 2018.  Born on March 1, 1928 in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada, she was the daughter of the late Sam and Mable (Moyer) Gayman. Rhoda and her husband enjoyed traveling in their retirement.  Rhoda liked spending time at the Duke Senior Center with her many friends. Rhoda is survived numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.  Predeceased by her husband, Joseph in 2008 and siblings, Jim, Bob, Bruce, Bill, Mary, Ruth and John. Visitation will be on Friday, June 29th from 10-11 a.m. with a funeral service at 11:00 a.m., all in the funeral chapel, with Rev. Laura Norris-Buisch officiating.  Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery.  Donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.	GAYMAN, Rhoda Luela (I39238)
28223	Rhonda Lingenfelter, 61, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2019, at Buffalo General Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of Shirley (Card) (James) Bastien and the late Barton Lingenfelter. Rhonda was a lifelong resident of the Town of Niagara and a graduate of Niagara-Wheatfield High School.  Rhonda is survived by her children Jonathan (Ashley Kyler) Dullen, Alyssa (Tavon Rowe) Schul, Warren (Taylor DiPirro) Schul, II, and was predeceased by three children Angel Dullen, Joshua McKune and Jeremy McKune. She is also survived by her grandchildren, James and Jae’Ona; siblings, Randy (Cheryl Buckley) Lingenfelter and Rochelle (Rodney) Batterson, as well as two nieces, Amanda Batterson and Elysa Lingenfelter. Visitation will be on Thursday from 12 – 2 & 4 – 6 P.M. at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, where funeral services will be held at 6 P.M. Interment in Memorial Park Cemetery will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.	LINGENFELTER, Rhonda L (I10851)
28224	Richard J. Pozak, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2015, in Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Buffalo, NY. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY, on July 2, 1937, the son of the late William and Anna [Krawczyk] Pokrzyk. Mr. Pozak graduated from Niagara Falls High School and served in the US Navy. He was an electrician with IBEW Local # 237, for over 30 years, before retiring in 1998. Mr. Pozak enjoyed playing golf, Polka Dancing and exercising. He was the husband of 52 years to the late June M. [Glover] Pozak, who died in May of this year. Mr. Pozak is survived by one daughter, Julie A. (Joseph) Colosi of Niagara Falls, NY, one son Richard J. (Tiffani) Pozak, II of Lewiston, NY, five grandchildren Joseph, Michael, Vincent, Emma and Thomas, two sisters Louise (James) Babcock and Janice (Arthur) Garabedian, one brother John (Jean) Pokrzyk, also many nieces and nephews. His family will be present on Friday, from 3-7 PM, at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 901 Cayuga Street, LEWISTON, NY, where funeral services will be held on Saturday 9:30 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM at St. Peter's Church, 620 Center Street, Lewiston, NY, with Msgr. David G. LiPuma officiating. Memorials may be made in his name to Roswell Park Alliance Foundation or to St. Peter's Church. Entombment with military honors in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com, for guest register.	POKRZYK, Richard J (I122206)
28225	Richard "Dick" Eugene Costo, age 87 of the Town of Lewiston, NY, was called peacefully to his heavenly home at his residence. Born in Youngstown, NY on November 7, 1931; son of the late Joseph and Jean (Zralka) Costo. Dick enlisted into the U.S. Army and served a tour of duty in both Korea and Japan, from 1951-1954. He was awarded three Bronze Service Stars, among other medals. Dick married Norma Joanna Heuer on April 11, 1959, and was employed at Kimberly Clark in Niagara Falls until his retirement. He also helped out at Marsh's General Store, and was a member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Niagara Falls. Survivors include his wife, Norma Costo; three sons, David (Lori) Costo of Oswego, NY, Mark (Sherry) Costo of McDonough, GA, and Paul (Rebecca) Costo of Euless, TX; a brother, John (Lois) Costo of Youngstown, NY; sister, Mary Margaret Butera of Niagara Falls; grandchildren, Joshua (Kelsey Hughes) Costo, Nicholas (Jennifer Carillo) Costo, Megan Costo, Joseph Costo, and Jessica (Kevin) Reeves; great-grandson, Wyatt Reeves; and several nephews. Friends may call at the DUBOIS FUNERAL HOME, 2436 Niagara Road, (Bergholz) in Wheatfield, on Saturday, March 16 from noon till 2 p.m., with a memorial service following at 2:00 p.m. Interment with military honors will follow in St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery, Wheatfield. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1920 - 18th Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14305.	COSTO, Richard Eugene (I55299)
28226	Richard "Dick" Kathan, of Prior Lake, passed away on August 12, 2015 at the age of 89. A Celebration of Life Service is Monday, August 17, 2015 at 11:00 AM with visitation from 9:00 -11:00 AM at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Prior Lake, Minnesota. Dick will be laid to rest at Fort Snelling National Cemetery with full military honors. Memorials are preferred and can be made to St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church in Youngstown or to Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Niagara Falls in Dick's honor. Dick was a kind man with a great sense of humor. He was always happy and laughing. He was generous and ready to lend a helping hand. Dick made friends quickly, and everyone loved him. He taught his family the importance of serving your community. Dick was a volunteer firefighter and first responder in Youngstown, New York for 56 years. He served as the Fire Police Chief as well as the fire department's president, treasurer and secretary. He was a founding member of the department's ambulance service and was captain of the village's Fire Police. A man of strong faith, Dick was an active member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church in Youngstown, Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Niagara Falls, and Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Prior Lake, Minnesota. Throughout the years, Dick served as President and Trustee for his congregations. He accomplished a lot and had much to be proud of, but he was always humble. During the early morning hours of August 12, 2015, Dick went to be with the Lord. He passed away at Arbor Lane Assisted Living in Burnsville with his family by his side. Dick will be deeply missed and remembered always by his loving wife, Charlotte; sons, Richard "Rick" W. (Elizabeth "Beth" Kathan, Jr., Ken P. (Chris) Kathan; grandchildren, Richard W. (Megan) Kathan III, Thomas W. Kathan, Mary E. Kathan, Melissa J. Kathan; great-grandson, Connor R. Kathan; other loving relatives and many friends. There to greet Dick in Heaven were his parents, George and Ruth Kathan and his brother, George "Bud" Kathan. A Memorial Service to honor Dick's life and legacy Noon, Sunday September 6, 2015 at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 420 Lockport Street, Youngstown NY 14174. The memorial service will be followed by a reception at the church. Please visit www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries for online guest register.	KATHAN, Richard Webster (I11705)
28227	Richard "Dick" Werth 76, of North Tonawanda, Monday (July 27, 2015) at home surrounded by family. Richard was born in North Tonawanda on September 7, 1938, to Norman and Mary (McCrae) Werth. Dick was retired from N.Y.S. Department of Transportation as a Real Estate Appraiser, he was a member of Third Warders Club, North Tonawanda, and MCAC-World Traveler. Richard is survived by his wife JoAnne (Hadad) Werth, his sons Dave, Daniel, Scott, and Paul Werth, brother of Helen (the late James)Werth. A memorials service will be held at a time to be announced. If desired memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Stjude.org	WERTH, Richard (I127531)
28228	Richard "Dick" York Of North Tonawanda, age 73, passed away December 24, 2017. Son of the late Robert and Edith York. Beloved husband of Sharon (nee Schumacher) York. Father of Richard ( Keli) and Ronald (Terri) York; grandfather of Atticus and Alex York and Madison Austin and Marcie Shreve; brother of Catherine Harding of FL, twin brother Robert (Linda) York, William (Liz) York, Nancy Martinez and the late Barbara Kreamer; brother in law of Laura (late Donald) Schumacher and Gordon ( late Doris) Schumacher. Visitation will be on Friday (December 29) 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM in the WATTENGEL FUNERAL HOME, 533 Meadow Drive North Tonawanda. Funeral Services Saturday (December 30) at 10 AM from St. Mark Lutheran Church, 1135 Oliver St. North Tonawanda. Entombment will be in Acacia Park Cemetery.  Dick was a recreational pilot, a 19 year member of the Niagara Frontier Flying Club in Niagara Falls. Dick was a retired licensed electrician with  the IBEW Local 237. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Niagara Hospice.	YORK, Richard D (I193390)
28229	Richard "Ricky" M. Gall, 51 of Las Vegas, NV formerly of Lewiston, NY passed away on November 20, 2020. Born December 25, 1968 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the beloved son of Steve (Debbie) Gall and Linda (nee Welch) Blake. Ricky graduated from Lewiston-Porter High School in 1987 and attended local colleges. He moved to Las Vegas, NV in 1997 and pursued his life passion for automobiles, owning and operating an automotive restoration and sales business. Ricky rediscovered his love for the sport of ice hockey, participating in several recreational leagues, as well as playing together in a co-ed league alongside his longtime loving girlfriend, Keri Feldman. Ricky loved his hometown Buffalo Sabres and was a Las Vegas Golden Knights season ticket holder. He was also a lifelong Buffalo Bills fan, and every Sunday would text back and forth with his father during the games from his Vegas home. One of Ricky's most memorable experiences was traveling with his mother to Sicily, where they were able to rediscover their family roots. He especially loved his trips back home to visit family and spend time with his nieces and nephews. Ricky also cherished his pet Cockatoo, George. Above all, Ricky was a loving and caring individual. He could always make you laugh, and his smiling face will be forever missed. In addition to his parents and girlfriend, Ricky is survived by one brother, Randy (Nicole) Gall, one sister, Renee (Jim) Morgan, his nieces and nephews, Mackenzie and Reece Gall, Nathan and Nicholas Morgan, as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins. Private funeral services and entombment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lewiston, NY will be held at the convenience of his family. If desired, memorial offerings in Ricky's memory can be made to the Brain Aneurysm Foundation 269 Hanover Street Hanover, MA 02339 or www.bafound.org	GALL, Richard M (I207239)
28230	Richard A. Allinson, 61 of Wheatfield, NY passed away on April 7, 2018.  Born December 6, 1956 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Alfred E. and Thelma M. (Winker) Allinson. Richard was a lifelong resident of the Niagara Falls area.  He attended local schools and graduated from the former Trott Vocational High School.  On July 8, 1978, he married Diana ‘Deedy’ (Alfiere) Allinson in Our Lady of the Rosary Church.  Richard was employed as a managing supervisor at Modern Corporation in Lewiston for the past forty years.  Richard enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson, fixing cars and spending time at his camp in the Southern Tier.  Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. In addition to his beloved wife of 40 years, Richard is survived by his two sons, Alfred Allinson and Matthew J. Allinson, three grandchildren, Haylie, Jaxson and Alainah, brothers and sister, Harry ‘Butch’ Allinson, Alfred ‘Sonny’ (late Rosemarie) Allinson and Linda (David) Leone, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was also predeceased by a sister, Barbara (late Tom) Szopinski. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 3-8 p.m. at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday Aril 11th at 10:00 a.m. at St Jude the Apostle Church, 800 Niagara Falls Boulevard, North Tonawanda, NY.  EVERYONE PLEASE ASSEMBLE AT CHURCH.  Interment will follow in Acacia Park Cemetery.  Visit www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.	ALLINSON, Richard A (I167958)
28231	Richard A. Bernat (Died April 23, 2015) Richard A. Bernat, 57 of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Thursday April 23, 2015 in Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Born in Niagara Falls, NY he was the son of the late Lawrence J. and Amelia (Pantlic) Bernat. Richard was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls and attended local schools. He was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School, and later attended Niagara County Community College. On May 22, 1983, he married Betty Lou (Champlin) Bernat at St. Michael National Catholic Church in Niagara Falls. For thirty five years, Richard was employed at the former Carborundum, now Saint-Gobain Ceramics Materials Company in Niagara Falls. In his leisure time, Richard loved camping and spending time in the outdoors. He was also an avid sports enthusiast, and enjoyed listening to country music. In addition to his wife of 31 years, Richard is survived by his four children, Charles Lawrence (Rosana) Bernat of Mt. Dora, FL, Victoria L. Bernat of Lockport, NY, Stacey M. Bernat of Lockport, NY and Crystal R. (fiancé Kyle Criswell) Bernat of Wheatfield, NY, six grandchildren, Xavier, Amelia, Gabriel, Elijah, Kamron and Natalie, two sisters, Betty (Richard) Golaszewski of Wheatfield, NY and Judith (Derrick) Williams of Kissimmee, FL, as well as his sister-in-law, Marcia McGlarry and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins. He was also predeceased his brother Lawrence Bernat and sister Rose LaSalle. Visitation will be held on Sunday April 26th from 2-3:30 p.m. at the M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL 2730 Military Road Niagara Falls, NY where a service of remembrance will follow at 3:30 p.m. with Rev. Daniel McLaughlin officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings in memory of Richard may be made to Forestview Church 12 Steps to Freedom Program 1250 Saunders Settlement Road Niagara Falls, NY 14305.	BERNAT, Richard A (I141254)
28232	Richard A. Cain passed away Monday February 12, 2024.  Born in Lockport on July 19, 1940, he was the son of the late George and Ruth Arlington Cain, step son of  the late Lloyd and Geraldine Beardsley.   Dick was the Co-owner of Niagara Fiberboard in Lockport.  He loved wintering Florida with his wife and going on vacations with his children and grandchildren, which became known as “Cain-Cation.” He is survived by his wife of 60 years Susan (nee Bye) Cain; father of Scott (Megan) Cain, Mark (Joelle) Cain, Dennis (Joelle) Cain, Kevin (Krista) Cain and Michael (Aimee) Cain; grandfather of Brennon (Riddhi), Benjamin, Alexander, Mitchell, Joseph, Emma, Aidan, Sophia, Maximus and Grayson.  Friends may call on Thursday 3-6 PM at Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee Street, Lockport.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday Feb 16th at 10 AM, at St John the Baptist RC Church, 168 Chestnut Street, Lockport.  Interment will be in Cold Spring Cemetery.  In Lieu of flowers memorials to Niagara Hospice would be appreciated by the family.  Online Condolences at www.pruddenandkandt.com.	CAIN, Richard A (I118382)
28233	Richard A. Townsend of Wilson, NY husband of Shirley Willison Townsend entered into rest on Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at Niagara Hospice House. He was born in Lockport,  NY on August 11, 1938, son of the late Clarence and Mary Lorraine Kraatz Townsend. Richard retired as a Union Carpenter for Local 280. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and was a 50 year member of South Wilson Fire Co. He was also a member of the Wilson town zoning board and the Wilson Conservations Club.   Father of Kim Townsend, Tracy (Michael) Gertz, Jodie Tubridy, Paul (Jessica) Townsend and the late Richard P. Townsend. Grandfather of Sara (Nick) Mosher, Derek (Jessica) Schoonens, Steven (Jessica) Gertz, Bryan Gertz, Nicholas (Karri) Tubridy, Alex (Colleen) Tubridy, Lisa Tubridy and Lydia Bucher. Great grandfather of Jonathan Miller, Olivia Tubridy, Zoe Tubridy, Madison Schoonens, and Lincoln Schoonens. Brother of Bruce (Pat) Townsend, Roger (Shirley) Townsend, Douglas (Martha) Townsend, Mary (late Gordon) Bessinger, Dorothy (John) Ramming, Clarence (Ronald) Townsend, Jane (Rick) Dent, Ruthanne (Dave) LaPort and the late Ronald and Donald Townsend. Also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins   Family and friends may call at the Rutland-Corwin Funeral Home, Inc. 2670 Main St. Newfane, NY on Sunday, March 27, 2022 from 1- 7pm where a Funeral Service will be held on Monday, March 28, 2022 at 11am Burial will be in North Ridge Cemetery. Memorial donations in Richard's name can be made to South Wilson Fire Co. Please visit www.rutland-corwin.com to send the family a condolence.	TOWNSEND, Richard Albert (I38664)
28234	Richard A. Zachary, of Ransomville, NY, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family and under the care of Niagara Hospice. "Zac" was born in Niagara Falls, NY, the son of Nicholas Zachary and Keitha Cooney.Zac served two (2) tours in Vietnam, earning the Vietnam Service Medal with one bronze star, along with the Republic of Vietnam Campaign medal and the Expert Marksmanship ribbon. He worked for the Youngstown and Lewiston Police Departments before proudly becoming a Niagara County Sheriff Deputy in 1981. He started out as patrol; transporting prisoners, was a member of Aviation Unit and managed the evidence room. Zac was a previous member and chairman of the Republican Committee for the Town of Porter.Zac's favorite thing to do was to work at the Ransomville Speedway on Friday nights. Within the almost 40 years there, he was security and a track official. No matter what capacity he was in, Zac was always available to break up fights in the pits. There were times he could be seen hopping out of a helicopter, midfield, as a ballerina; he was a rodeo clown and Hawaiian hula girl where the crowd could throw hula hoops to "Ring" him.Mr. Zachary loved Sundays when he would make his famous sauce and meatballs, the family would come over to eat and watch NASCAR races and football. Zac was affectionately called "Grampa Creep," "Grampa Snack," "Papa Fries" or "Grampy" by his grandchildren.Besides his parents, Richard is predeceased by his dear sister, Patricia Ogrodowski. Zac is survived by his beloved wife of 32 years, Gail A. (nee Bradley); loving children, Krista Zachary and Rick Zachary; caring step-children, David (Julie) Branch and Jodi (Ed Waddell) Branch; 11 cherished grandchildren and two adored great-grandchildren; caring half-sister Mancene Sinclair and brother-in-law, Charles Ogrodowski; also survived by nieces and nephews.The family will be present to receive friends on Thursday, November 7, 2024 from 4-7 PM at the HARDISON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 3648 Ransomville Road, Ransomville, where Funeral Services will be held on Friday, November 8, 2024 at 10:30 AM. Friends invited.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ransomville Volunteer Fire Company or Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675.Please share condolences at www.HARDISONFUNERALHOMES.com..	ZACHARY, Richard Anthony (I228308)
28235	Richard August Budde, 78, Altamont, Illinois, died 10 May 1990 at St. Anthony Memorial Hospital, Effingham Illinois. He was born 10 February 1912 in Louisville, Illinois the son of Ernest W. and Augusta Becker Budde. He married Georgianna James in 1933. She died in 1965. He married Evalyn Bertha Ziegler in 1966. He was a retired carpenter and a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Altamont, Illinois. Surviving are his wife, Evalyn Budde; sons, William T. Budde, Decatur, Illinois; Robert A. Budde, Ray A. Budde, Richard E. Budde and Kenneth E. Budde all of Georgia; daughters, Ruth Ann Smith, Ayden, North Carolina; Margaret (Louis) Hall, Decatur, Illinois; Betty (John) Devore, Altamont, Illinois; sisters, Cornelia Greene, Suwanna, Georgia; Gertrude Durheim, and Frances Davis, both of Altamont, Illinois. 34 grandchildren; 10 step-grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren and 14 step-great-grandchildren. Services were at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Altamont, Illinois. Gieseking Funeral Home, Altamont, Illinois was in charge of the services. Obituary possibility from Effingham Daily News, Effingham, Illinois	BUDDE, Richard August (I183925)
28236	Richard B. Jagow, 60, of Youngstown, NY passed away on Monday, May 9, 2016 at Mt. St. Mary’s Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, NY he was the son of Dorothy (Schwenkbeck) Jagow of Lewiston, and the late Clarence Jagow. Richard attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School. He later attended Ohio State University where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering. Richard has been a resident of Youngstown for the past 34 years. He was employed at Occidental Chemical Co. in Niagara Falls for seven years, and for the past twenty nine years he worked as a Process Supervisor at DuPont Chemical Co. in Tonawanda. Richard was a member of the Greater Niagara Falls Church of God. He was a passionate motorcyclist and member of the Harley Owners Group (HOG). Richard was an avid reader particularly of history. He also enjoyed crossword puzzles, watching Jeopardy, baking and cooking. Richard was a gifted handyman who could fix just about anything. He loved vacationing in Florida and spending time with his boxer dog, Beau. Most of all Richard will be remembered as kind, caring, warm hearted individual who was loved by all who knew him. In addition to his mother, Richard is survived by his beloved wife of twenty six years Rosalind (Marangine) Jagow; four children, Richard Jagow, II, Justin (Jarrod Atkinson) Jagow, Diana Butinski and Salina Talla; two sisters, Barbara (Dan) Labernardo and Beverly (Joe) Scalzo as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. There will be no prior visitation. A Celebration of Richard’s Life will be held at a later date to be announced. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Youngstown Volunteer Fire Co., 625 Third Street, Youngstown, NY 14174 or the Lions Club. Arrangements by M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY.	JAGOW, Richard (I7189)
28237	Richard Brodfuehrer died at home on Tuesday (August 10, 2010) under the care of Niagara Hospice with his family present at the age of 85 years. Richard was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. As an Electrical Engineer, he worked at Bell Aerospace until 1973 and then retired from Niagara Cutter in 1987. He was the Union President for the Niagara Cutter Independent Shop Union. He was an avid traveler and enjoyed playing bridge. As a WWII U.S. Army Veteran he served in the European Theater and he was awarded the Purple Heart, the French Fourragere, the ETO Ribbon with 4 Campaign Stars and one Arrowhead and the combat infantry badge. Brother of the late Helen Burngasser, Raymond Brodfuehrer and James Brodfuehrer. Beloved husband for 37 years of Jacqueline (nee Adams) Brodfuehrer. Loving father of Patricia (the late A.J.) Buchanan of St. Petersburg, FL, Richard J. (Janine) Brodfuehrer of Endicott, NY, Joanne (Stephen Parus) Brodfuehrer of Ann Arbor, MI, William E. Brodfuehrer of North Tonawanda, Michael (Leslie) Brodfuehrer of Milton, VT, Keith (Rosanne) Stolzenburg of East Amherst, Gary (Rebecca) Stolzenburg of North Tonawanda, Linda (Terrence) Boyle of Depew. Proud grandfather of 16 grand children and six great grandchildren. Beloved brother of, Sr. Roselle Brodfuehrer, S.B.S. of Philadelphia, Doris Jones of Spencer, WV, Ruth (the late Vincent) DiVirgilio of North Tonawanda and Charles (Diane) Brodfuehrer of North Tonawanda. Brother-in-law of Jerome Burngasser, Elvira Brodfuehrer and Marion Brodfuehrer. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends received by the family on Friday, 3-8 P.M. at the Brunner Funeral Home (692-3841), 156 Robinson St. in North Tonawanda. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday morning at 10:00 A.M. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 453 Old Falls Blvd, North Tonawanda. The family asks that memorials be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, Niagara Hospice, Inc. or the Buffalo Veterans Hospital Oncology Department.	BRODFUEHRER, Richard Elmer (I112421)
28238	Richard C. Bailey, Sr., lifetime resident of Niagara Falls, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 3, 2017. He was 76.  He was born in Niagara Falls on December 26, 1940, a son of the late Alvin and Edna (Bashant) Bailey.  He attended local schools and then entered the United States Army in 1957 and earned his Parachutist Badge in the 82nd  Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.  He served proudly until his honorable discharge in 1960.  Richard worked as a foreman at Airco-Speer and then joined the Niagara Falls Wastewater Treatment Plant, retiring as a supervisor in 2003. Mr. Bailey enjoyed his garden, fishing and loved drinking Coors Light and watching the Buffalo Bills with his brother-in-law and best friend, Hank Zmudzinski. He is survived by 5 children: Pamela Dixon, Charisse (Jeffrey) Shanahan, Shannon Bailey, Richard C. (Ashleigh) Bailey, Jr. and Stephen (Sarah) Bailey. He is also survived by two siblings: Robert Bailey, Sr. and Carol (Hank) Zmudzinski, 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.  He was predeceased by his loving wife Sandrea (Beck) Bailey, his great-granddaughter Angelina Dixon and his sister Janet Bailey Ault. Friends may call at the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue on Friday from 4-8 P.M. with services and Military Honors taking place at 8. Burial will be private in Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Lewiston.  Donations may be made in Richards name to Niagara Hospice House, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, N.Y. 14094.	BAILEY, Richard C (I156586)
28239	Richard C. Caccamise of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Sunday, August 26, 2018 under the care of Niagara Hospice House, Lockport, NY.  Born on May 4, 1947 in Niagara Falls, NY to Donald and Elsie (Docherty) Caccamise.  Richard lived in the area all his life and attended local schools.  He worked in the food service for local establishments. Richard served for the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged on December 19, 1972. Richard is survived by his siblings, Donna Vanderlaan, James (Lori) Caccamise, Bonnie (George) Satarian, Robert “Robbie” (Seung) Caccamise and a dear friend Marguerite Newton.  Richard also leaves behind several nieces and nephews. There will be no prior visitation.  Funeral Services and burial will be held privately at the convenience of the family.	CACCAMISE, Richard C (I44150)
28240	Richard C. Luescher, 85, died February 22, 2017 in Cayuga Medical Center, Ithaca, NY. Richard was born October 19. 1931 in North Tonawanda the only child of Eric and Emma Voelker Luescher.  Most recently Mr. Luescher had made his home with his daughter in Scipio, NY, and then Brookdale Assistive Living, Ithaca and Groton Nursing Home.  Mr. Luescher was an Army/Air Corp veteran serving during the Korean War from 1950-1954. He had been a service technician employed with Xerox Corporation in Buffalo, NY, until his retirement. Richard spent many hours enjoying his family and grandchildren often at baseball and soccer events.  Richard was married to Audrey Kolb Luescher who predeceased him in 1975. He is survived by his two daughters Cheryl (Stephen) Jackson and Lori (James) Leising; grandchildren, Michael (Carrie), Scott (Jesse), Ryan (Sara), Benjamin (Brooke), Andrew (Andrea) and Nicole; along with great-grandchildren, Addison, Riley, Kinslee, Mark, Brooke, Audrey, Aiden and Emersyn.  A private burial will be held at the convenience of his family.  Donations can be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation or a charity of your choice	LUESCHER, Richard C (I190395)
28241	Richard C. MUTH Visit Guest Book MUTH - Richard C. Age 35, of Pendleton, suddenly, on January 9, 2013, beloved son of Donna D. (Wayne) Dadswell and Brian Muth; brother of Andrew Dadswell; stepbrother of Michael and Eric Muth, Joseph Dadswell and Christine Dadswell; grandson of Joan and Jerold Cory and the late Clyde and Doris Muth; also survived by aunt, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Memorial Services will be held Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at 10:00 AM from St. Paul's United Church of Christ, 3921 Mapleton Rd. Arrangements by Wattengel Funeral Home, 692-0440. Online guest registry at www.Wattengel.com Published in the Buffalo News on January 13, 2013	MUTH, Richard C (I135497)
28242	Richard Clare of Wilson, NY husband of Therese Gardon Clare entered into rest on Friday, April 1, 2022. He was born in Lockport, NY on March 22, 1957, son of Ronald and Evelyn Clare. Rick was a member of the Wilson Conservation Club, he enjoyed hunting, NASCAR, Football, traveling, camping, watching westerns and spending time with family. Father of Shaun (Shannon) Clare, Richard Clare Jr. Rachal Clare. Step father of Amber (Brad) Stephenson, Andrew (Cara) Maacks, Lindsay (Ryan) Ashley and Matthew (Marrisa) Maacks. Brother of Peggy Lane, Robert Clare and John Clare. Also survived by 10 grandchildren. Family and friends may call at the Rutland-Corwin Funeral Home, Inc. 2670 Main St. Newfane, NY on Thursday, April 7, 2022 from 4-8pm where a funeral service will be held on Friday, April 8, 2022 at 11am. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Heart Association www.heart.org or the Wilson Fire Company 250 Young St. Wilson, NY 14172.	CLARE, Richard (I215805)
28243	Richard D. Bazinet passed away August 18, 2024.  Born February 27, 1952 in Niagara Falls, NY he was the son of Lawrence F. and Jane E. (Slate) Bazinet.  Richard served in the US Air For from 1970 to 1974.  He worked at Roswell Park Cancer Institute where he retired as a Sr. Research Equipment Technologist.  Richard is survived by his sons Kurt Bazinet and Derek (Vanessa) Bazinet; grandchildren Kyleigh and Keirsten Bazinet, Sebastian and Logan Bazinet; siblings Michael (Donna) Bazinet and Michelle Boffart. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.	BAZINET, Richard D (I227356)
28244	Richard D. Dobbertean Richard D. Dobbertean, 66, of Saunders Settlement Road, Town of Lewiston, was unexpectedly called home by his heavenly Father on September 7, 2001, in Mount St, Mary's Hospital. He was born in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY, on November 16, 1932, to William and Mabel (Evans) Dobbertean. He graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1950 and served in the U.S. Navy from 1952-1956. He was united in marriage to Sylvia E. Pfohl on Oct 10, 1959. He was employed by the former International Chemical Corp. in Niagara Falls for 20 years, and at Goodyear Rubber and Tire in Niagara Falls as a lab technician from 1972-1998. He has been a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Walmore for the past 41 years, serving as trustee, and for nine years as an elder. He is also a member of the Sheridan-Transit Gun Club, and a former member of Lewiston No. 1 Fire Company. He enjoyed hunting, trap shooting, fishing with his granddaughter Courtney in Wilson and always being willing to help others. In addition to his wife and granddaughter, other survivors include a daughter Nancy (Michael) Licata of Lockport, A son, Mark (Michelle) Dobbertean of Metairie, LA, and a sister, Nancy (Ronald) D'Arcangelo of Youngstown. Friends may call on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 at the DuBois Funeral Home, 24536 Niagara Road (Bergholz) in Wheatfield. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Bruce Gamache on Monday at 11 A.M. in St, Peter's Lutheran Church, Walmore Road in Wheatfield. Interment will be in the church cemetery, Memorials may be made to St. Peter's Church Memorial Fund.	DOBBERTEAN, Richard Duane (I50315)
28245	Richard E. "Dick" Strasburg, age 84, of Sun Lakes, AZ, passed away on March 18, 2015 in Mesa, AZ. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY on May 20, 1930. Dick served in the US Navy & was a welder by trade, retiring from Allied Signal Aerospace in Phoenix. He is preceded in death by his loving wife Louise. Dick is survived by his daughter & son-in-law, Lori & Donald Mugavero; his brother Albert "Babe" Strasburg of Winterhaven, FL; his sister, Joanne (Strasburg) Milleville of Niagara Falls, NY, and a host of nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held at 11am Monday, March 23, 2015, at Valley of the Sun Mortuary in Chandler, AZ.	STRASBURG, Richard E (I57076)
28246	Richard E. Graham Sr., 90, passed away unexpectedly in Orchard Manor Nursing Home on December 3, 2020. He was born on March 22, 1930 in Buffalo, NY to Edmund and Agnes (Burback) Graham.  Richard proudly served our country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He worked at Durez Plastics as a Lab Technician. Richard was a member of St. Pius X and St. John the Baptist R.C. Church. He was an avid bocce ball player for Old Man River and enjoyed photography. He was the husband of 66 years to Betty (Shiesley) Graham, father of David (Debra) Graham, Mary Beth (Scott) Bickel, the late Richard Jr. and Joseph Graham; grandfather of Alissa (Otto) Neubauer, Kailey (Jon) Baum, Dawn (Bill) Roller, Brent (Christina) Graham, Derrick Murschel, Melissa and Matthew Warren; great grandfather of Grant, Killian, Lucas.   Richard was also survived by his sisters Adelle Stadler, Ann Gernstl; brothers Eddie (Mary) Graham and the late Donald (Dorothy) Graham; brother-in-law to Lester (Karen), Lynn (Rochelle), John (Rosann) and Jim (Barb) Shiesley. Private graveside services will be held at White Chapel Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. Visit pruddenandkandt.com.	GRAHAM, Richard (I169934)
28247	Richard E. Herlan of Newfane, NY husband of Anna Judge Herlan entered into rest on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 in Newfane Rehab and Health Care Center. He was born in Buffalo, NY on August 30, 1936, the son of the late Elmer and Dorothy Clement Herlan. He graduated from Barker Central School. Richard was the owner and operator of Herlan's Liquor Store for 63 years. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, baseball and was a past member of Miller Hose Fire Co. and Newfane Lions Club. Father of Dennis R. Herlan, Kevin M. (Renee) Herlan, Michael J. (Elizabeth) Herlan and Timothy A. (Colleen) Herlan. Grandfather of Cameron, Ryan, Quinn, Gavin, Faith, Emaleigh, Samantha, Sydney and Aiden. Brother of Nancy H. Armanno. Uncle of Scott, Bruce and Heather. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at 6pm at the Rutland-Corwin Funeral Home, Inc. 2670 Main St. Newfane, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations to Newfane Lions Club PO BOX 254 Newfane, NY 14108.	HERLAN, Richard E (I200070)
28248	Richard E. Kwarciak, Sr. "Cracker", 86 years old, passed away on December 23, 2021, at Niagara Hospice House.  He was born on November 27, 1935, the son of the late Edward and Stella (Karbowski) Kwarciak.  He worked as a supervisor for Hooker Chemical//Occidental Petroleum for over 40 years.  After growing up with his family's bar business, he and his wife, Judy, owned Cracker's Tavern on Hyde Park Blvd. which was one of his pride and joys. He always took the time to enjoy a cold one and speak with anybody who was willing to strike up a conversation.  Rich was wise beyond his education and people of all ages sought his advice and benefited from his help.  He jimmied a solution to every broken object and misplaced part.  A true outdoorsman, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, or just sitting by the campfire at the cottage with family and friends.  He loved being behind the wheel of his 1942 Farmall tractor, jet ski, 4-wheeler, or boat.  He played softball at Gill Creek, golfed, bowled, and played darts for many leagues throughout the years.  He was a member of the Gill Creek Athletic Association and the Embassy club and helped plan many adventures that were all great times.  Ultimately, Rich was very fond and proud of his five children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.  He will be remembered for his entertaining stories, his unfailing work ethic, generous smile, and his willingness to assist anyone in their time of need.​Rich is survived by his wife of 65 years, Judy (Pepperall) Kwarciak; his children; Joanne (Bill) Warmus-Kachinowski, Jackie (Mark) Manthei, Richard E. (Janet) Kwarciak, Jr., John (Patti) Kwarciak, and Jodi (Bill) Persinger.  He was papa to his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Rich is also survived by his sister, Barbara (Ralph) McKay, and several nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his grandson, Robert Sukmanowski, and his sister, Dolores Trybala.​Burial services will be held at the convenience of the family.	KWARCIAK, Richard E Sr (I214126)
28249	Richard E. Lemke age 88 of the Town of Wheatfield Sunday February 3, 2019 in DeGraff Skilled Nursing Facility after a lengthy illness. Richard was a Korean War Army veteran. He was a member of the Rescue Fire Company in No. Tonawanda and St. Paul Lutheran Church. He enjoyed gardening, fishing and spending time with his family.  Beloved husband of 67 years of Virginia (Andrees) Lemke; Dear father of Richard (Val) Lemke of No. Tonawanda, Debra (Richard Severson) Lemke of Ft. Myers, FL, Wayne (Julie) Lemke of Strongsville, OH, Wendy (Jeffrey)Binkley of No. Tonawanda , Jeffrey (Darlene) Lemke of Pryor, OK, Jayne Lemke of No. Tonawanda, Robert (Tracey) Lemke of Delmar, NY and Rebecca Barry of No. Tonawanda; Grandfather of 22 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.  Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home Inc. 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. in No. Tonawanda on Friday from 4-8 PM. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 11 AM from St. Paul Lutheran Church; Interment in St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church.	LEMKE, Richard Edward (I11943)
28250	Richard E. Ostwald age 88 of Niagara Falls entered into rest Wednesday September 21, 2016 at Mount St. Mary’s Hospital in Lewiston, NY. Born August 8, 1928 in North Tonawanda he was the son of the late Edward and Alsophene (Broker) Ostwald. Richard was a Korean War army veteran. He was a 42 year employee of National Grinding Wheel in North Tonawanda retiring in 1987. He enjoyed wood working and golf. Beloved husband of Dorothy (Hanes) Ostwald for 64 years; Dear father of Kevin (Rose Wittkop) Ostwald of North Tonawanda, Keith (Christina) Ostwald of Lockport and Scott Ostwald of Niagara Falls; Grandfather of Kerry (Joseph) Caldwell of Niagara Falls and Nicolina Ostwald of Lockport; Great grandfather of Bryson Ostwald and Step grandfather of Michael Fura; Brother of the late Wilbert, Alvin and Edward Ostwald; Brother in law of Audrey Ostwald of Florida; Also survived by many nieces and nephews. NO PRIOR VISITATION. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Flowers gratefully declined, memorials may be made to St. James Lutheran Church 2437 Niagara Rd. Niagara Falls, NY 14304	OSTWALD, Richard E (I174872)

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