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| 5701 | December 26, 2012 Cora D. Canterbury Niagara Gazette LEWISTON — Cora D. (Wells) Canterbury, 92, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on Tuesday, December 25, 2012 in Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY. Born on December 22, 1920 in Scranton, PA, she was the daughter of the late Warren and Ella (Russell) Wells. Mrs. Canterbury attended schools in Pennsylvania. On October 18, 1940, Cora married Charles Canterbury in Scranton, PA. He predeceased her on April 10, 1987. Following their marriage, they came to Niagara Falls, NY, in 1940. She was a member of Niagara Community Church in Niagara Falls, NY. Mrs. Canterbury enjoyed crossword puzzles and reading. Above all, Cora loved spending time with her family. Mrs. Canterbury is survived by five children, Carol (Thomas) Feger of Buffalo, NY, Charles (Mary) Canterbury of Attica, NY, Mary Rafferty of Niagara Falls, NY, Linda (William) Moore of the Town of Lewiston, NY and Thomas (Cynthia) Canterbury of Niagara Falls, NY; and was predeceased by three children, Ellamae Hazel, James Canterbury and Elaine Canterbury. Cora is also survived by fifteen grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Helen (late Harry) Smith of Niagara Falls, NY; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents, husband and three children, she was also predeceased by eight siblings, John Wells, Peter Wells, Mary Kilgallon, Nellie Wells, Mildred (late Robert) Canterbury, Katherine Dowse, Edith Walters and Ruth Rillstone. The family will be present to receive friends on Friday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM in the Chapel of OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (297-9007), where a funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 29th at 10:00 AM with Rev. Daniel Mann officiating. Interment will follow in Niagara Falls Memorial Park Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. In lieu of flowers memorial offerings may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094 or to Upper Mountain Volunteer Fire Company, 839 Moyer Road, Lewiston, NY 14092. To leave a personal message for the family, please visit www.ottoredanz.com and www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries. | WELLS, Cora D (I134319)
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| 5702 | December 26, 2012 Elmer Forsey Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS — Elmer Forsey, of Niagara Falls, died on Christmas Day 2012 after a brief illness. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY, on December 22, 1925, a son of Albert and Helen (Martin) Forsey. He attended area schools and was a graduate of the former Trott Vocational High School. Elmer served his country with pride in the US Army, drafted at the age of 18, and at the age of 19, went overseas aboard the Queen Mary. He was honorably discharged as PFC with the Combat Infantry Badge; the WW II Victory Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. Following his service in the military, he worked for 25 years with Moore Business Forms until its closing and retired from Hooker Chemical Company in 1989 after 20 years. In his free time he enjoyed puzzles and his dear grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife of 54 years, Shelia M. (Colpoys) Forsey in 2004. Survivors include six children, Donna Forsey of Niagara Falls, Cathy Booth (Jim) of Niagara Falls, Christine Dowling (Don) of North Tonawanda, Diane Woods (Tim) of Niagara Falls, David Forsey (Wendy) of Merrit Island, FL, Donald Forsey (Dana) of Niagara Falls; grandchildren, Christopher Forsey, Jamie DeFazio (Derek), Jeremy Booth (Sonia), Nicholas Forsey (Jamie), Jeanine Scipione (Dave), Lindsey Woods (Darren); six great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Patricia Cali of Niagara Falls; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers, Charles and Albert Forsey. There will be no prior visitation. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday at 11 AM in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorials, if desired, may be made to Niagara Hospice, Inc., 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094. Visit www.LaneFuneralHome.com. | FORSEY, Elmer Donald (I91771)
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| 5703 | December 26, 2012 Marjorie J. Morgan The Tonawanda News TONAWANDA — Marjorie (nee Benscoter) Morgan, age 80, of Michigan, formerly of North Tonawanda, died Saturday, December 15, 2012, after a long illness. Born in Nanticoke, PA, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Anna Bel (nee Naugle) Benscoter and had been a resident of North Tonawanda for the greater part of her life before moving to Michigan after the death of her husband. She was the wife of the late Willard R. Morgan, her loving husband of 60 years, who died in 2010; and mother of the late June Keeney, who died in 2003. She is survived by her daughter, Dr. Cindy (Jim Hall) Morgan; her son, Rev. Lynn (Sandy) Morgan; three grandsons, Kyle (Jourdan Schneider) Morgan, Drew W. Morgan and Spencer M. Keeney; and a sister, Edna Michael. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends after 1 PM on Sunday, December 30, 2012, at the HAMP FUNERAL HOME, Inc., 37 Adam Street at Seymour, Tonawanda, where a memorial service will be held at 2 PM on Sunday. If desired, memorials to the Alzheimer's Association are preferred by the family. Complete obituary, condolences and directions at www.hampfuneral.com. | BENSCOTER, Marjorie (I134361)
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| 5704 | December 26, 2012 Ruth B. Sheehan Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT — Ruth B. Sheehan passed away on December 23, 2012 at her home under the care of Niagara Hospice and her step-daughter-in-law, Patricia Sheehan. Born in Wilson on February 10, 1918, she was the daughter of Walter and Clara (Donner) Schnoor. She worked in production for 36 years at Newfane Felt. Ruth was predeceased by her husband, Charles Sheehan, in 1988. Private services were held at the convenience of the family. Interment was in St. Peter's Cemetery, Cambria. Memorials to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094 would be appreciated. Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com. | SCHNOOR, Ruth B (I134365)
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| 5705 | December 26, 2012 Virginia Aline Slyster Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT — Virginia Aline (Plant) Slyster, age 89, formerly of Lockport, NY, died on Monday, December 24, 2012 in Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA. Born on December 20, 1923 in Lockport, NY, she was the daughter of Herbert Lee and Alice (Seeley) Plant. Virginia was predeceased by her husband, Ralph W. Slyster in 1980. Prior to her retirement, Virginia was a cosmetologist in Gasport, NY. She was a member of the Grace Episcopal Church in Lockport, NY. Virginia was an avid knitter and would knit socks for the soldiers during WWII and baby caps and booties for the hospitals in Buffalo, NY. She served as a volunteer for many years with the Red Cross and for her church, Grace Episcopal Church in the Thrift Shop and Alter Guild. Virginia is survived by her daughter, Rita (David) Alexyn of Mansfield, PA; four grandchildren, Renee (Patrick) Lahr, Ralph Slyster III, Dakota Alexyn, Savannah Alexyn; one great-grandchild, Carter Donald Lahr; and one nephew, Lee Plant of Richmond, VA. In addition to her husband, Ralph, she was also predeceased by a son, Ralph William Slyster, Jr. and a sister, Mary Branch. Friends and family are invited to call on Friday, December 28, 2012 from 2:00-3:00 PM at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 South Main Street, Mansfield, PA. A Memorial Service will be held immediately following calling hours at the funeral chapel with Rev. Allen Hulslander. Further services will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Hartland Cemetery, Hartland, NY. Visit www.buckheitfcandcrematory.com. | PLANT, Virginia Aline (I108124)
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| 5706 | December 26, 2012 Wilfred A. Mietz Lockport Union-Sun & Journal NEWFANE — Wilfred A. Mietz of Newfane, passed away on Saturday, December 22, 2012 at the Newfane Rehabilitation & Health Care Facility. Mr. Mietz was born in the Town of Royalton on February 22, 1921, son of the late Andrew and Helena (Lange) Mietz. Mr. Mietz was employed as an equipment operator for the Niagara County Highway Department. He was a member of Concordia Lutheran Church in Newfane and he had a strong faith and enjoyed working at the church. He also enjoyed his family and gardening. He was predeceased by his wife, Virginia Mae Mietz, in 1994; a sister, Florence Faskel; a brother-in-law, Malcolm Parsels; and a sister-in-law, Violet Parsels. He is survived by two daughters, Carol A. (Lawrence) Stroh of Wolcottsville and Connie (Philip) Bartz of Newfane; nine grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren; two sisters, Viola Stahl of Wolcottsville and Helen Martin of Akron. There will be no prior visitation. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 11:00 AM at the Concordia Lutheran Church in Newfane with the Rev. Clarence Elliott and the Rev. Josh McGuffie officiating. Burial will be in Lynhaven Cemetery, Lyndonville, NY. Memorials to Concordia Lutheran Church, Newfane, Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Wolcottsville or the Alzheimer's Association would be appreciated by the Mietz family. Arrangements by the Bates, Wallace & Heath Funeral Home, Middleport, NY. Visit www.bateswallace.com to sign guest register. | MIETZ, Wilfred A (I70099)
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| 5707 | December 27, 2011 Antonia E. "Toni" Caya Niagara Gazette NORTH TONAWANDA — Antonia E. "Toni" Caya, formerly of North Tonawanda, NY, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2011, in Autumnview Health Care Facility, Hamburg, NY. She was born in Marshfield, VT, on July 27, 1927, a daughter of the late Albert and Rose (Goupil) Routhier. Toni was employed with Georgia Pacific for over 22 years and with Daycare in Niagara Falls for three years. She enjoyed spending time with her family, playing cards and bingo. Toni is survived by two sons, Wayne M. (Rosann) Caya of Mocksville, NC and Mark S. (Debbie) Caya of Tehachapi, CA; four daughters, Carol A. (John Kurz) Scozzafava of Hamburg, NY, Nancy M. (Todd) Ansteth of Las Vegas, NV, Margaret R. Thomas of Vinton, VA and Deborah L. (Carl) LaShomb of North Tonawanda, NY; three brothers, Jerry Routhier, Ernie (Donna) Routhier and Gus Routhier; four sisters, Verna (Corkie) Crumwell, Paulene (Chuck) Furman, Irene Staczk and Madeline Eiss; she is also survived by seventeen grandchildren, twenty-nine great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Lill Millett, Rene Routhier and Rita Messier. The family will be present on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 5893 Hoover Road, SANBORN, NY, where funeral services will be held on Friday at 8:45 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 AM at St. Christopher's Church, 2660 Niagara Falls Blvd., Tonawanda, NY. Memorials may be made in her name to Hospice Buffalo, 225 Como Park Blvd., Cheektowaga, NY 14227. Entombment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register. | ROUTHIER, Antonia E (I108738)
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| 5708 | December 27, 2011 Franklin Phillips Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS — Franklin Phillips, of Niagara Falls, died on Monday, December 26, 2011 in Crestwood Health Care Center. He was 92. He was born in Niagara Falls, New York, on October 25, 1919, the son of Franklin and Lydia (Strasburg) Phillips. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard during WW II. Mr. Phillips retired from E.I. DuPont Company in 1972 as a painter. He enjoyed spending time with his family, camping in his younger years, tinkering in his garage and reading. Mr. Phillips was predeceased by his wife, Cecelia, on November 28, 2009. Survivors include four children, Lydia (Howard) Rowe of Sanborn, Mary Herrington of Sanborn, Edith (Larry) Potts of Barker and Michael Phillips of Niagara Falls; two sisters, Betty Robbins (James) and Marion Arnold (Robert), both of Niagara Falls; thirteen grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by siblings, David Phillips, Edgar Phillips; Lillian Moriarty, Jeanette McAlee, Grace Sabin, Dorothy Kreutinger and Edith Krell. Private funeral services will be held today at the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC. Interment will be in North Ridge Cemetery, Cambria. If desired, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Visit www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries for online guest register. | PHILLIPS, Franklin (I64139)
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| 5709 | December 27, 2013 Carolyn Carline Niagara Gazette MEDINA — Carolyn Carline (Murray), was born on September 17, 1944 in Medina, NY. She lived in Niagara Falls, NY, until moving to Round Rock, TX in 2010. Carolyn worked as a Payroll Supervisor at the Niagara County Association For Retarded Children. She is survived by her husband, James; three children, Richard, Renee, and Melissa; and two grandchildren. Services under the direction of Beck Funeral Home, 15709 Ranch Road 620, Austin, TX 78717. Visit www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries for online guest register. | MURRAY, Carolyn (I123566)
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| 5710 | December 27, 2013 Frank Allen Disinger Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT — Frank Allen Disinger, age 91, passed away on December 26, 2013, just four months after the death of his wife, Marjorie (nee Zimmerman). Born in Lockport on August 27, 1922, he was the son of Howard and Lydia (Blessing). In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by brothers, Donald, William and Harry (Dean); and sisters, Edith, Ruth (Eaton), Eleanor (Mundie) and Rita (Diemert). Frank is survived by daughters, Donna J. (Timothy) of Lockport, Diane J. (Gary) Braun of Pendleton, Jane A. (George) of Tucson, AZ; and son, David J. (Clara) of Lockport; grandchildren, Christopher (Meredith), Allen, and Scott Kleinhans, Danielle (Jason) Abrams, Chad (Jennifer) and Bradley Braun, Samantha and Megan Disinger; and great-grandchildren; McKenzie, Briella, Addelyn and Eden Braun, and Regan Kleinhans. He also leaves behind many beloved nieces and nephews. Frank graduated from Lockport Senior High School in 1940, and served in the Asiatic-Pacific Theatre during WWII on the submarine "The Bream". He worked as a Senior Product Designer at Harrison Radiator Division of General Motors for 39 years, and EGW of Buffalo as a design supervisor. He was a lifetime member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church, a charter member of the Lockport Navy Marine Club, a member of Red Jacket Lodge No. 646 F & A.M. where he served as a Master and District Deputy of the NYS Grand Lodge for the Niagara-Orleans district. He was an honorary member of the Niagara and Tuscan Lodges. He was a member of the John Hodge Lodge of Perfection and the Ismailia Temple A.A.O.N.M.S. Frank was a member of the NYS Horseshoe Pitchers Hall of Fame, honored for his work as a promoter/organizer of the sport. He enjoyed many years of bowling and golfing with colleagues and friends. Friends may call on Sunday, December 29, 2013 1-5 PM, in Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee Street, Lockport, where services will be held on Monday morning at 11 AM. Interment will be in Glenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Shriners hospitals, American Red Cross, or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com for online condolences. | DISINGER, Frank Allen (I147546)
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| 5711 | December 27, 2013 Shirley S. Quigliano Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS - Shirley S. (Serrianne) Quigliano, 77, of Niagara Falls, NY, died on Wednesday, December 25, 2013 at Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence in Lewiston, NY. Born in North Tonawanda, NY, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Bernice (Fanclow) Serrianne. Shirley attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1955. On April 14, 1956, she married Lawrence J. Quigliano, Sr. at the former Sacred Heart Church in Niagara Falls. From 1955 until 1965 Shirley was employed as a laboratory technician at Hooker Chemical Company and later worked for the Niagara Falls Board of Education as a school aide at Harry F. Abate Elementary School for ten years until retiring in 2010. Shirley was a member of the Cristoforo Colombo Society Womens Auxiliary in Niagara Falls, NY. Her favorite pastime was making ceramic items. Our sincere thanks to the third floor staff of Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence for their compassion and care. In addition to her husband of fifty seven years, Shirley is survived by two sons, Joseph A. Quigliano (Laura Kosut) of Niagara Falls, NY and Lawrence J. (Joelyn) Quigliano II of Wheatfield, NY; six grandchildren, Christina Quigliano, Joseph Quigliano, Vincent Quigliano, Gianna Quigliano, Dom Kosut and D.J. Kosut; three siblings, Richard (Karen) Colton, Donna (late Joseph) Nasca and Anthony (Joann) Serrianne, all of Niagara Falls, NY. She was the sister-in-law of Annette (late Mil) McCormick, Lena (late Claude) Morningstar, Mary (late Bill) Kubas, Carrie (late Dick) Gibbons, Alice (late Dom) Elia, Delores (Guido) Mistriner. Shirley was predeceased by one brother, Gary Serrianne; two sisters-in-law, Ann (late Leo) Cicero, and Josephine (late Ed) Zahno; and two brothers-in-law, Frank (late Angie) Quigliano and Salvatore (late Jean) Quigliano. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation will be on Sunday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM at the M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will begin on Monday, December 30th at 9 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in St. Mary of the Cataract Church, 259 Fourth Street, Niagara Falls, NY. Entombment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Memorial offerings may be made to Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence, 5285 Lewiston Road, Lewiston NY 14092 or to St. Jude Shrine, 975 Ridge Road, Lewiston, NY 14092. Visit www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online guest register. | SERRIANNI, Shirley S (I195682)
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| 5712 | December 27, 2013 Vennis Earlene Krantz Niagara Gazette RANSOMVILLE — Vennis Earlene Krantz, age 72, of Ransomville, NY, died on Thursday, December 26, 2013 in the Niagara Hospice House in Lockport after a long illness. Vennis Earlene was born on August 16, 1941 in Jesse, WV, the daughter of the late Jess and Audrey (Cecil) Cook. She married Vincent G. Krantz, Sr. on July 28, 1961 and they have lived in Ransomville the past 32 years. Vennis Earlene owned and operated Hairstyling by Vennis in Ransomville for 25 years. She then worked as a secretary for the late Dr. Subash Ramchand, MD in Niagara Falls for four years until 2008. Vennis Earlene was a devoted member of the Greater Niagara Falls Church of God in Sanborn. Her family and grandchildren were the loves of her life. In addition to her husband, Vincent, she is survived by her children, Terri Lynn (Glenn) Daly of Jacksonville, FL, Vincent G. Krantz, Jr. of Ransomville, and Kenneth Krantz of Gasport, NY; two brothers, Sandy and Craig Cook both of West Virginia; and eight grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by three brothers, Arvil, Ronnie, and David Cook. Friends may call at HARDISON FUNERAL HOMES, 3648 Ransomville Road, Ransomville on Sunday from 3-8 PM. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, December 30th at 10:30 AM in the Greater Niagara Falls Church of God, 2334 Lockport Rd., Sanborn, with the Rev. Joseph Whitman officiating. Burial will follow in Acacia Park Cemetery, Town of Pendleton. Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials to "The Missions" of the Church. Please visit www.hardisonfuneralhomes.com for online registry. | COOK, Vennis Earlene (I153937)
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| 5713 | December 28, 2011 Clarence J. Gilpatrick Niagara Gazette LEWISTON — Clarence J. Gilpatrick of Lewiston, passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2011, after a short illness. He was 92. He was born in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, on December 21, 1919, a son of Harvey and Rose (Kraft) Gilpatrick. He attended Pennsylvania schools and entered the United States Army in 1942. He served during World War II in the African Theatre and then the Sicilian and Italian Campaigns. He was honorably discharged in 1944 and earned the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Ribbon and Good Conduct Medal. After his discharge from the Army he was united in marriage to Jane Argy and she remained his beloved wife for 46 years until her passing in 1994. Mr. Gilpatrick worked as an engraver and typesetter for Moore Business Forms, The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, The Christopher Press in Rochester and The Buffalo Evening News. Mr. Gilpatrick was an amateur artist painting portraits in both oil and water colors. He was also an avid reader and enjoyed a peaceful life in Lewiston Village. He is survived by his daughter, Marijane Telfer of Irvine, CA; a son, Robert Gilpatrick of Niagara Falls; his grandson, Brian Patrick (Spring) Sinnott; his sister, Doris (late Richard) Bowser of Leechburg, PA; also survived by his sisters-in-law, Agnes (late Harold) Gilpatrick of Phoenix, AZ, Rosemary (late Donald) Lingenfelter, Jeanne (late Donald) Argy and Patricia (late Paul) Argy. In addition to his beloved wife, he was predeceased by three brothers, Robert (late Marion) Gilpatrick, Earl (late Gladys) Gilpatrick, Harold (Agnes) Gilpatrick and Jay (late Pat) Gilpatrick. Friends may call at the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Ave., on Friday from 10:30-11:30 AM, where services will be held at 11:30 AM. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Visit www.LaneFuneralHome.com. | GILPATRICK, Clarence J (I79108)
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| 5714 | December 28, 2011 Leland "Lee" Coash Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT — Leland "Lee" Coash passed away on December 28, 2011 in Eastern Niagara Hospital, Lockport. Born on May 23, 1946 in Lockport, he was the son of Kenneth and Lenore (Gooding) Coash. Lee served in the US Army from 1969 to 1971 and worked for 34 years as a painter for Harrison Radiator, retiring in June 1998. He enjoyed the Buffalo Bills and Sabres, hunting, fishing and NASCAR. Lee is survived by his children, Josh Coash of Lockport, Jason (Samantha) Hale of Ontario, Canada, Tiffany Hale of Lockport, and Cori (Michael) Hall of San Angelo, TX; grandfather of Theoren, Ryan Hale, Emma Coash, Mikayla Hale, Zoe Gaskill, Chase, Mason Hall; brother of the late Melborne and Julie Coash. Relatives and friends may call on Friday from 11 AM - 1 PM in Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport, where funeral services will immediately follow at 1 PM. Interment will be in Cold Springs Cemetery. Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com. | COASH, Leland (I113079)
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| 5715 | December 28, 2012 Catherine Miklitch Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS — Catherine (nee Cuddahee) Miklitch, 90, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away, peacefully, on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at North Gate Manor in North Tonawanda, NY, while under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born on February 15, 1922 in Cincinnati, OH, she was the daughter of the late Jerry and Grace (Warner) Cuddahee. Mrs. Miklitch came to Niagara Falls, NY, as a child with her family. Catherine attended local schools and graduated from LaSalle High School. On February 19, 1949, she married James L. Miklitch, Sr. In addition to her beloved husband of sixty-three years, Mrs. Miklitch is survived by four children, James L. Miklitch, Jr. of Warren, MI, Lawrence P. (Sharon) Miklitch of North Tonawanda, NY, Kenneth (Rhonda) Miklitch of Belfair, WA and Maureen (Mark) Currie of Niagara Falls, NY; and was predeceased by one son, William F. Miklitch. Catherine is also survived by four grandchildren, Jennifer Miklitch, Corrine (Anthony) Boland, Rachael Currie and Alan Currie. In addition to her parents and son, she was also predeceased by brothers and sisters. The family will be present to receive friends on Sunday, December 30th from 4-6 PM in the Chapel of OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (297-9007), where a funeral service will follow visitation at 6:00 PM with Rev. Slawomir Siok, SAC officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094. To leave a personal message for the family, please visit www.ottoredanz.com and www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries. | CUDDAHEE, Catherine Louise (I59098)
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| 5716 | December 28, 2012 Marjorie L. Elliott The Tonawanda News RENO, NV — Marjorie L. Elliott (nee Lawrence), of Reno, NV, formerly of Tonawanda, entered into rest on Monday, December 17, 2012, after a brief illness. Her husband, Keith, preceded her in death in July 2012. She is survived by a son, Timothy L. Schulte, wife Christina and a granddaughter, Sarah of Troy, VA; her parents, Delbert and Louise Price Lawrence of Tonawanda; and two brothers, David (Alexandra McGeary) of East Aurora and Thomas (Deborah) Lawrence of Tonawanda. She is also survived by six step-children; many nieces, nephews, cousins and her dear friend, Noreen Keefe of Tonawanda. There will be a memorial service on Wednesday, January 2, 2013, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, William and Scott Streets in the City of Tonawanda, at 10:00 AM. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | LAWRENCE, Marjorie L (I134569)
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| 5717 | December 29, 2012 Esther Pane Co-founder of Pane's Restaurant Niagara Gazette NORTH TONAWANDA — Esther Pane, age 88, co-founder of Pane's Restaurant, passed away on December 27, 2012, peacefully at the Cleveland Clinic, of natural causes. Esther was born in Conflenti, Italy. With her family at the age of seven, she immigrated to the United States in 1932 and settled in Lockport. She met her husband, Peter Pane, Jr., and together they settled in North Tonawanda and raised a family consisting of seven children. She loved gardening, decorating and spending time with her family. Peter passed away in 1988. With her husband, she enjoyed turning a small tavern into an acclaimed local eatery, employing many people and making many friends. She loved cooking for people; it was her pride and joy. After retiring from day to day operations in the 1990's, she still took an active role, acting as a mentor to her son. She offered guidance and support to the family up until the time of her death. Mother of the late Kenneth J. Pane and John J. Pane. Proud and loving mother of Peter Pane III, Margaret L. (Ronald) Jamulla, Rosemary Werth, Thomas J. (Liza) Pane and James K. (Elizabeth) Pane. Dear grandmother of John and Jason (Tina) Jamulla, Daryl and Tyson Werth and Angela (John) Greene, Nicole and Jennifer Pane, Krystina (John) Sullivan, Peter and Amanda Pane and Natalia Pane. Great-grandmother of Penni and Lukas Jamulla. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends received by the family on New Year's Day, 5-8 PM and on Wednesday from 12-3 PM and 5-9 PM at the Brunner Funeral Home (692-3841), 156 Robinson St., North Tonawanda. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday morning at 9:30 AM at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church. Entombment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery will follow. If desired, memorials may be made to the Cleveland Clinic Foundation at www.clevelandclinic.org, or P.O. Box 931517, Cleveland, OH 44193. Directions, online register book and obituary can be found at www.brunnerfunerahome.com. | Esther (I134648)
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| 5718 | December 29, 2012 Philip D. Considine Niagara Gazette TOWN OF NIAGARA — Philip D. Considine, 78 years old, of the Town of Niagara, passed away on December 28, 2012. He was born in Niagara Falls on November 20, 1934, the son of the late Roger and Jeanette (Lilly) Considine. Mr. Considine attended Niagara Falls schools. He worked at many jobs during his lifetime, but the one he loved most was driving his taxi. He was in the taxi business for 47 years and owned Falls Taxi for 30 years. He retired in 2010. Mr. Considine loved meeting and talking to people from all over the world. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, gardening and going to his camp. Mr. Considine is survived by his wife of 21 years, Patricia (Brydges) Considine; and his children, Glenn Considine of Niagara Falls, Helen (Ronald) Aderhold of Charlotte, NC, Laurie Travis of Las Vegas, NV, Phylis (Jerry) Aderhold of Niagara Falls, Kenneth Considine of Niagara Falls and Cory (Jack) Stage of Preble, NY; step-children, David Saverino, Cheryl (Roy) Harvey, Cindy (Jack) Dietz and Lori (William) Phillips, all of Niagara Falls. Mr. Considine is survived by 12 grandchildren, 12 step-grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and 18 step-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Carol (David) John of Niagara Falls; and his brothers, Patrick (Betty) Considine of Surprise, AZ, John (Anna) Considine of Italy and James Considine of Arizona. There is no prior visitation. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Niagara Hospice, Inc., 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE LABUDA FUNERAL HOME, INC. Visit www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries for online guest register. | CONSIDINE, Philip D (I38517)
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| 5719 | December 29, 2013 Dorothy M. Peters Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT — Dorothy M. Peters of Lockport, wife of Roger Peters entered into rest on Sunday, December 29, 2013 at Eastern Niagara Hospital Newfane, NY. Dorothy was born on October 30, 1932 in Wilson, NY. Daughter of the late Arthur and Dorothy Brauer Zastrow. Dorothy worked at Harrison Radiator for 33 years. She was a member of the Concordia Lutheran Church, UAW Travel Club and Christian Woman Association. She and Roger also enjoyed there Thursday luncheons at the Rapids Fire Hall. Mother of Susan (Alvin) Frey of Lockport, NY, Larry (Cathy) Klumpp of Ransomville, NY, Donald (Barbara) Klumpp of Lockport, NY, Ricky (Shelley) Klumpp of Newfane, NY, Linda (Paul) Garneret of Newfane, NY, Dwayne (Lisa) Klumpp of Newfane, NY, Ronald (Denise) Klumpp of Lockport, NY and the late Leonard Klumpp. Sister of Levell (Annabelle) Zastrow of Newfane, NY and the late Loraine Kruzicke and Betty Schultz. Step-mother of Jason (Vicki) Peters of Akron, NY and Kyra (Rodney) Hogg of Sanborn, NY. Step-daughter-in-law of the late Bernice Peters. Also survived by 17 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the RUTLAND-CORWIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2670 Main St., Newfane, NY on THURSDAY from 7-9 PM and on FRIDAY from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be held on SATURDAY at 11 AM. Burial will be in Corwin Cemetery following the service. Please visit www.rutland-corwin.com to send the family a condolence. | ZASTROW, Dorothy M (I102470)
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| 5720 | December 3, 2011 Joseph M. Zito Niagara Gazette LEWISTON — Joseph M. Zito, 95, of Lewiston, NY, passed away Saturday, December 3, 2011, at his residence, surrounded by his family, and while under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born and educated in Niagara Falls, he was a son of the late Joseph and Catherine Zito. On August 2, 1947, he married Angeline (Tullo) Zito in Sacred Heart Church, Niagara Falls. Joseph was co-founder of Cataract Trucking in Niagara Falls, NY, a firm he operated for over 35 years. He was a long-time and dedicated member of St. Joseph Parish in Niagara Falls, where he served as an usher and Eucharistic Minister. He was also a member of St. Vincent de Paul Society at St. Joseph's for over 65 years. Joseph was a member and trustee of the Italian Sons and Daughters (ISDA) Power City Lodge #158 in Niagara Falls, and also volunteered at Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence in Lewiston. In his leisure he enjoyed bowling, golfing and spending time with his family. In addition to his wife of 64 years, he is survived by two children, Judy (William) Clark and Andrew Zito, both of Lewiston; three grandchildren, Ashlie (Matt) Marcyan, JJ Alquist and Amber Zito; three great-grandchildren, Maya, Chloe and Reese Marcyan; a brother, Ralph (Anna) Zito of Niagara Falls, NY; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He was predeceased by brothers, Anthony (late Margaret) Zito, Paul (late Sarah) Zito, James (late Elizabeth) Zito, Samuel (late Gertrude) Zito, Br. John Zito, S.D.B.; and sisters, Sr. Josephine Zito, FMA, Jennie (late Charles) Ruggirello, Mary (late Anthony) Catalfamo, Margaret (late Dominic) Certo. Visitation will be on Monday from 4-8 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, December 6, at 10:00 AM, at Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph Parish at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 27th Street at Independence Ave., Niagara Falls, NY. EVERYONE PLEASE ASSEMBLE AT CHURCH. Entombment in St. Joseph Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Salesians of Don Bosco, at St. Philip the Apostle Residence, 6410 East Chelsea St., Tampa, FL 33610; or Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094. Visit www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online guest register. | ZITO, Joseph M (I105172)
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| 5721 | December 3, 2012 Edward A. Kasprzak Niagara Gazette LOCKPORT — Edward A. Kasprzak, of Shawnee, Town of Wheatfield, NY, passed away on Sunday, December 2, 2012, in Niagara Hospice House, Lockport, NY. He was born in North Tonawanda, NY, on February 10, 1945, the son of the late Edward and Dorothy (Fauzey) Kasprzak. Mr. Kasprzak graduated from North Tonawanda High School. He was the assistant director of Emergency Management for Niagara County for five years and later worked for the Town of Wheatfield Sewer and Water Department for 15 years, before retiring in March of this year. Mr. Kasprzak was a life member of the Shawnee Volunteer Fire Company for 41 years, where he served as the company's Fire Chief and President. He was an actively involved member and Past President of the Niagara County Fireman's Association and Fire Chiefs Association, and the Western New York Volunteer Fireman's Association. He was a committee member and Sergeant at Arms with the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs and a member of the Fireman's Association of the State of New York. He was a member of Niagara Falls Harley's Owners Group (HOG) and St. Paul's United Church of Christ of Shawnee. Mr. Kasprzak enjoyed spending time with his family, traveling, gardening, riding his Harley, woodworking and bowling. He is survived by his loving family: his wife of 46 years, Linda L. (Rule) Kasprzak; one son, Marc E. (Kelly) Kasprzak; one daughter, Wende M. (David) Schimschack, both of the Town of Wheatfield; two grandchildren, Joshua and Noah Kasprzak, and was anticipating the arrival of his third grandchild; one brother, Michael (Patti) Kasprzak; two sisters, Linda (Paul) Eichler and Susan (Philip) Czechorowski; one sister-in-law, Bobbi Kasprzak. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mr. Kasprzak was the brother of the late Robert Kasprzak. The family will be present on Tuesday from 7-9 PM and on Wednesday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM, at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 5893 Hoover Road, SANBORN, NY. The Shawnee Fire Co. will have a memorial service on Tuesday at 7:00 PM. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 11:00 AM at St. Paul's United Church of Christ - Shawnee, 3921 Mapleton Road, North Tonawanda, NY, with Rev. Ronald Lord officiating. Memorials may be made in his name to the Shawnee Volunteer Fire Company or to Niagara Hospice. Inurnment in Wheatfield Cemetery, Town of Wheatfield, NY. Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register. | KASPRZAK, Edward A (I78546)
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| 5722 | December 3, 2012 Georganne McAvoy Niagara Gazette LOCKPORT — Georganne (Alvers) McAvoy, December 2, 2012, at home, after a lengthy illness, with her loving family at her side, while under Niagara Hospice. Born August 25, 1947, she was a daughter of the late George William Alvers and Pauline Anne (Schotz) Alvers of Wilson. Georganne attended local schools and attended Trott Vocational where she earned her Licensed Practical Nursing degree. She met Michael McAvoy in 1966, and they married in 1970. Georganne was an LPN at Newfane Inter Community Hospital until she retired in 1987, worked at the Ransomville Nursing Home, Summer School Nurse at BOCES, Dr. Huges' office in Wilson, and ran an after school program for home work at Wilson School. A member at Exley where she sang in the choir, she later joined Our Lady of the Rosary and enjoyed knitting, reading, sporting events and spending time with family. Surviving, besides her husband and mother, are mother-in-law, Emily (late Gerald) McAvoy; daughter, Shannon (William) Santana of Wilson; son, Brennan (Connie) McAvoy of North Tonawanda; three sisters, Mary Ellen (Dan) Foster of GA; Patty (Joe) Paprocki of TX; Pam Basil of GA; a brother, Paul (Darlene) Alvers of Wilson; grandchildren, Ryan, Annalysse and Evan McAvoy; Kiernan, Alex and Manon Santanna; brothers and sisters-in-law, Patricia (John) Nicolosi of Rochester; Barbara (James) Oliphant, Gerald (Diane) McAvoy, Anne (Peter) Oliphant, all of Lockport; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be at the Hamilton and Clark Funeral Home, 270 Young Street, Wilson, Tuesday, Rosary at 6:30, and 7-9 PM; Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Prayer services will be Thursday 10 AM at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at St. Brendan on the Lake Wilson. Burial in Greenwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the Wilson Free Library. hamiltonclarkfh.com | ALVERS, Georganne (I87762)
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| 5723 | December 3, 2013 Linda Augustino-Rafferty Niagara Gazette TOWN OF NIAGARA — Linda (Burmaz) Augustino-Rafferty, 67, of Town of Niagara, NY entered into her new life on Sunday, December 1, 2013 at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Joseph D. and Violet (Coleman) Augustino. Linda attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School and Niagara County Community College. A true entrepreneur, Linda operated her own business as a cosmetic consultant for over forty years, representing many cosmetic corporations, including Lady Finelle and Fashion 220. In addition to her strong work ethic, Linda was also devoted to her church, Destiny Christian Church in Niagara Falls, where she was involved with their Angels of Mercy and Alpha programs. Among her many professional and community involvements, she was a long time member and served in many officer positions with the American Business Women's Association (ABWA); a member of the Operation Pride in Progress Committee in Niagara Falls, a member of the Niagara County Republican Party and also served as an election worker. In her leisure she enjoyed making wedding and special occasion cakes and cookies, flower arrangements and wreaths, and many other creative arts and crafts projects. Linda is survived by her husband of sixteen years, Timothy P. Rafferty, Sr.; two daughters, Lisamarie Burmaz of Niagara Falls, NY and Dina (Burmaz) Young of Warwick, RI; grandson, Zachary Young; Tim's children, Timothy (Barbara) Rafferty, Jr. and Corrinna (Danny) Rhinehardt, both of Niagara Falls, NY and Jill (Doug) Obrochta of Cohocton, NY; thirteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; a brother, Michael "Buddy" (Jean) Augustino of Williamsville, NY; a sister, Joyce (late Ralph) Mauro of Niagara Falls, NY; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Visitation on Wednesday from 2-8 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 5th at 10:00 AM with Rev. Lou Perez officiating. Interment in Memorial Park Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Destiny Christian Church, 905 College Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY 14305, Lupus Foundation of America (www.lupus.org) or American Heart Association (www.heart.org). Visit www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online guest register | AUGUSTINO, Linda (I119292)
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| 5724 | December 30, 2011 Marie E. Townsend Niagara Gazette SANBORN — Marie E. Townsend, a lifelong resident of Sanborn, NY, passed away on Friday, December 30, 2011, at her home under the care of her family and Niagara Hospice. She was born in Sanborn, on September 12, 1922, the daughter of the late Robert and Ethel (Haxton) Warner. Mrs. Townsend served with the Red Cross during World War II. She was employed with Harrison Radiator in Lockport for 25 years, before retiring in 1973. Mrs. Townsend was a member of the former Sanborn United Methodist Church, the Rebekah Lodge, the Sanborn Friendship Club and the Sanborn Historical Society. She enjoyed wood carving, baking, sewing and knitting. Mrs. Townsend was the wife of the late Wilson R. Townsend, who died in November of 1986. She is survived by two sons, Gary W. (Chris) Townsend of Sanborn and Gerald D. (Cindy) Townsend of Youngstown, NY; one daughter, Gail M. (Charles) Flay of Vernon, NY; one brother, Robert Warner of Sanborn; also ten grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Townsend was the sister of the late Wesley Warner and Dorothy Thompson. The family will be present on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 5893 Hoover Road, SANBORN, NY, where funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 AM, with the Rev. John Timmerman officiating. Memorials may be made in her name to the Sanborn Historical Society or to Niagara Hospice. Interment at Mount View Cemetery, Town of Cambria, NY. Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register. | WARNER, Marie E (I38817)
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| 5725 | December 30, 2013 Ruth Hilliard Niagara Gazette PARIS, TN — Ruth (Leissle) Hilliard died on December 23, 2013 in Paris, TN at the age of 90, after a long illness. Born on December 19, 1923 in Germany, she was the daughter of the late Herman and Emilie Leissle. A former resident of Niagara Falls, she retired from Carborundum Abrasive Products in Wheatfield. Beloved wife of the late William; dearest mother of William "Bill" (Glenda) Hilliard of Paris, TN and Rebecca (late John) Connell of Grand Island; cherished grandmother of ten grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren; sister of Manfred (Marjean) of Niagara Falls. Also survived by a niece and a nephew. Private services were held in Paris, TN. Visit www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries for online guest register. | LEISSLE, Ruth (I154030)
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| 5726 | December 31, 2012 Audrey J. Jacobs Lockport Union-Sun & Journal MIDDLEPORT — Audrey J. Jacobs of Middleport, died peacefully at the Briody Healthcare Facility with her loving family by her side. Mrs. Jacobs was born in Lockport, NY, on October 14, 1933 daughter of the late Harold and Evelyn (Meyers) Sy. Mrs. Jacobs was a homemaker who has lived in Middleport since 1993 before that she had resided in Gasport. She enjoyed her family, crocheting, knitting and watching her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Rowland H. Jacobs; three sons, James (Maryellen) Jacobs of Middleport, Jeff (Darcy) Jacobs of Newfane and Gerald "Jake" (Roxanne) Jacobs of Middleport; four grandchildren, Christopher Jacobs, Brianna Jacobs, Ciara Jacobs and Andrew Jacobs, all of Middleport and one great-grandson, Logan. Also surviving is a sister Nancy (Norm) Zobel of Amherst; and a brother, Roland (Nancy) Sy of Lockport. Friends may call on Wednesday from 4-7 PM at the Bates, Wallace & Heath Funeral Home, 38 State St., Middleport where a Memorial Service will be held on Thursday at 11:00 AM. Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials to Niagara Hospice 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094 would be appreciated by the Jacobs family. Visit www.bateswallace.com to sign guest register. | SY, Audrey Jean (I77876)
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| 5727 | December 31, 2013 Joyce C. Lewis Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT — Joyce C. Lewis passed away on December 29, 2013 in Eastern Niagara Hospital, Lockport surrounded by her loving family. Born in Lockport in 1940 to the late Carl and Stella Golonka. Joyce was predeceased by her husband, Francis E. "Bud" Lewis; and brother, Richard E. Golonka. Joyce is survived by her children, Mike (Laura) Bishop, Julie (Carolyn) Bishop, Dan Bishop, Richard (Lisa) Lewis, Todd (Lenette) Lewis, Wendy Mackenzie, Melanie (David) Vtipil; sister-in-law, Carolyn Golonka; grandchildren, Crystal Lederhouse, April, Ashley, Beth, Tabatha, Brandon Bishop, several step-grandchildren, great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Joyce retired from Lockport Memorial Hospital as a nurse's aide after 25 years of service. She was a member of the Navy/Marine Club and the Redmen Club. Joyce loved spending time at her summer home with family and friends, playing bingo, and going to the casino. She will be greatly missed by those whose life she touched. Per Joyce's request, there will be no public service or visitation. Following the cremation, the family hold a private burial service. Memorial donations to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094 would be appreciated. Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com. | GOLONKA, Joyce (I147197)
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| 5728 | December 4, 2011 Betty Wintersteen Donald Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT — Betty Wintersteen Donald passed away Sunday, December 4, 2011 in Eastern Niagara Hospital, Lockport. Born January 19, 1920, in East Liverpool, OH, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Olive Dell Wintersteen. Her family moved to Lockport in 1932, where she attended school, graduating from Lockport Senior High School in 1938. She worked in various places before WWII, including Simonds, Saw and Steel and Carborundum Co., in Niagara Falls. She later went to work and retired from Dr. Fricke, MD. In 1946, she met and married William Donald of Sanborn, who passed away in 1989. Betty is survived by her daughter, Rebecca (Donald) Sullivan of Lockport; her grandsons, Eric (Robin) Sullivan and Todd (Toni) Sullivan. Betty was the great-grandmother of Eric, Morgan and Megan Sullivan. She was the sister of Charles D. (Mary) Wintersteen of Lockport and the late Barbara W. Depew. A memorial service will be celebrated at a later date. Inurnment will be in Glenwood Cemetery. Memorials to the American Cancer Society, 101 John James Audubon Pkwy., Amherst, NY 14228, would be appreciated by the family. Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com. | WINTERSTEEN, Betty J (I38899)
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| 5729 | December 4, 2011 Margaret A. Netzer Niagara Gazette LEWISTON — Margaret (Archbold) Netzer, 89, of Wheatfield, NY, formerly of 93rd Street, Niagara Falls, NY, entered her heavenly home Saturday, December 3, 2011, in Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence, Lewiston, NY. Born March 29, 1922 in Niagara Falls, NY, the eldest daughter of George and Kathleen (Kinnahan) Archbold, who are registered in the Ellis Island (Irish) immigrant Wall of Honor. Mrs. Netzer graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1940 and also attended classes at the University of Cincinnati, OH. She worked briefly in the payroll department at Carborundum Corporation in Niagara Falls, before moving to Washington, D.C., where she began working for the United States Army War Department at the Pentagon. She relocated to Cincinnati, OH, continuing to work for the Personnel Division of the War Department, for approximately three years. Margaret transferred to Fort Niagara Personnel Dept. in Lewiston, where she worked until its closing, and at which time she began working for the Veterans Administration Office in Niagara Falls, NY. Margaret married Thomas C. Netzer on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 1947 at St. Teresa's Church, Niagara Falls, NY. Mr. Netzer predeceased her in June 2006 after 58 great years of marriage. Mrs. Netzer created a comfortable, well-run home, and was blessed with a close and caring family. She loved spending time with her friends, but focused most of her time with her great family. Margaret volunteered at the VA Western NY Health Care Center for 22 years, in the emergency and administration office as a Red Cross worker. She was a member and past officer of the Altar & Rosary Society and the Mother's Club of Prince of Peace Church, and also a member of Senior Citizens of St. John de LaSalle Church. Margaret was active in the CFM-Christian Family Movement for several years. Margaret will be sadly missed by son, Thomas Mark (Barbara) Netzer of West Chester, PA; daughters, Sheila (late David) Shipston of Eleanor, WV, Margee (Ronald) Zito of Wheatfield, NY and Joan (Anthony) Filardo of Palm Coast, FL; grandchildren, Timothy, Laura, Jenne, Christine, James, Lori, Ronald, Jacquelyn, John, Leigh and Janelle; great-grandchildren, Landon, David, Grant, Tessa, Carmella, Cole, Aiden, Trenton, Nolan, Marina, Lucianna, Gina, Theresa and Faustina; one brother, John J. Archbold of Niagara Falls, NY; one sister, Kathleen Devine of Buffalo, NY. She was predeceased by two sisters, Teresa Wolosin and Mary Whalen; one brother, George J. Archbold, Jr. Margaret is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. She will also be missed by her many great friends at Weinberg Campus and at Crestwood Commons, Wheatfield, NY. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM at the M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, December 7, at 10:00 AM, at St. Vincent dePaul Parish in Prince of Peace Church, 1055 N. Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. EVERYONE PLEASE ASSEMBLE AT CHURCH. Entombment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Memorials may be made to Our Lady of Peace Nursing Facility, 5285 Lewiston Road, Lewiston, NY 14092; or Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094. Visit www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online guest register. | ARCHBOLD, Margaret M (I111850)
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| 5730 | December 4, 2011 Rose E. Fritz The Tonawanda News TOWN OF WHEATFIELD — Rose E. Fritz (West), age 98, of Wheatfield, entered into rest on December 4, 2011, at the Elderwood Health Care at Crestwood facility. Born in North Tonawanda, NY on September 13, 1913, the daughter of the late Frank and Anna (Steingasser) West. Rose graduated from North Tonawanda High School in 1931 and went to work at the Wurlitzer Company, where she met and married Glenn E. Fritz in 1940. She became a dedicated homemaker, raising two sons. During the 1950's, she worked for Pivot Punch and Die Corp. Rose loved gardening and had a beautiful yard filled with flowers. She also enjoyed bowling, golfing and, mostly, Yellow Pike fishing with her husband. Rose drove a car for 75 years and never had a ticket or accident. In 2007, she moved into Elderwood at Crestwood, where she enjoyed life until her death. Survivors include her two sons, Terry G. (Jill) and Ronald J. (Lydia) Fritz; four grandchildren, Tracy (Dale) Selbert, Jeffrey (Lisa) Fritz, Cynthia Jones and Thaddeus Fritz; seven great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Rose was predeceased by her husband, Glenn, in 1997; a sister, Marie Miskho and brother, Frank West. Rose requested in lieu of flowers or donations, just to say a prayer for her. If you wish to make a donation, she supported Niagara Hospice. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date to be announced. Arrangements were by the DUBOIS FUNERAL HOME. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | WEST, Rose E (I111867)
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| 5731 | December 4, 2012 Paul A. Moje Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT — Paul A. Moje passed away suddenly on December 3, 2012. Born in Lockport on September 29, 1965, he is the son of the late Robert W. and Lauraine Moje. He is the past fire chief of the Wendelville Fire Company serving 2001-2002 and again in 2010-2011. He also worked for the Niagara County Highway Dept. as a truck driver. Paul was an avid outdoorsman and was the captain of the Brauers Euchre team. Paul is survived by his wife of 19 years, Kathleen (Holler) Moje. Dear father of Joshua, Zachary, and Andrew Moje. Brother of David (Ann), and Randy Moje, and Cheryl (David) Wright. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Paul is also survived by his mother-in-law, Marilyn (late Richard) Holler. Brother-in-law of Beth (Gary) Grimmer, Brian (Mary) Holler, Greg (Melissa) Holler, James (Lisa) Holler, and Lynn (Jeffrey) Orlowski. Relatives and friends may call on Thursday from 7-9 PM and on Friday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM in Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee Street, Lockport, where a funeral service will be held on Saturday at 11AM. Memorials to the Summit Educational Resources in honor of Joshua Moje, 150 Stake Rd., Getzville, NY 14068 would be appreciated by the family. Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com. | MOJE, Paul A (I94967)
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| 5732 | December 4, 2012 Priscilla J. McCollum Niagara Gazette TOWN OF CAMBRIA — Priscilla J. McCollum, of the Town of Cambria, passed away on Monday, December 3, 2012, in Beechwood Health Care Center, Getzville, NY. She was born in Tonawanda, NY, on March 3, 1928, the daughter of the late Norman and Catherine (Langbehn) Martin. Mrs. McCollum attended the Pekin School and graduated from LaSalle High School. She was employed with the Remington-Rand Company for several years and later became a assessment clerk with the Town of Cambria, for 20 years, before retiring. Mrs. McCollum was an active member of Hope United Methodist Church and was a 4-H leader, belonged to Home Bureau and several card groups. She enjoyed spending time with her family, knitting, gardening and doing crafts. Mrs. McCollum was the wife of the late Lawrence McCollum, who died in 1986. She is survived by one son, Larry (Sharon) McCollum of Lockport, NY; two daughters, Karen Manning and Amy Fose, both of Pendleton, NY; five grandchildren, Kevin (Wendy) Manning, Jason (Lisa) Manning, Aaron and Joshua Fose and Colton McCollum; seven great-grandchildren, Madison, Benjamin, Kyle, Ryan, Sara, Tyler and Caitlin; one brother, Edward (Roberta) Martin; four sisters, Patricia McCord, Charlene Austin, Beverly (Robert) Adams and Norma (Ramon) Rivera; a brother-in-law, Edgar Townsend. Also many nieces and nephews. Mrs. McCollum was the sister of the late Linda Townsend. The family will be present at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 5893 Hoover Road, SANBORN, NY, on Thursday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 10:00 AM at Hope United Methodist Church, 2914 Upper Mountain Rd., Sanborn, NY, with the Rev. Matthew D. Kofahl officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials may be made in her name to the Hope United Methodist Church or to Niagara Hospice. Interment in Acacia Park Cemetery, Town of Pendleton, NY. Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register. | MARTIN, Priscilla J (I112689)
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| 5733 | December 4, 2013 Arthur W. Milleville Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS — Arthur W. Milleville, 87, passed away on December 1, 2013, at Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence. He was born in Niagara Falls on July 30, 1926, the son of the late Arthur P. and Gertrude (Williams) Milleville. Arthur graduated from the original LaSalle High School in 1944. He briefly attended Niagara University before being drafted into the United States Army during World War II. He served in the Army Aviation Engineers as a Corporal of the 808 Regiment in the Pacific-Asiatic Theater from December 26, 1944, until his honorable discharge on November 11, 1946. He was the recipient of the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, the World War II Victory Medal, the Philippines Liberation Ribbon and the Army Occupation Medal. After his honorable discharge, Arthur attended Valparaiso University in Indiana and graduated in 1950 with a Bachelor's degree in business administration, majoring in accounting and auditing. He held various jobs including Timekeeper at Wurlitzer, Internal Auditor at Bell Aircraft Corporation, Control Clerk at E.I. DuPont deNemours & Company, Accountant for the Chevy Division GM and Goodyear Tire and Rubber Chemical Division. He was an accountant and Administrative Assistant with the Department of State, Division of Cemeteries for Western New York for 29 years. After retirement he volunteered his services with SCORE through the Smal Business Administration. Arthur was Past Commander and lifetime member of the American Legion Wheatfield Post 1451. He was a NYS American Legion Chairman for Graves Registration and past member of the Bergholtz Fire Company and Sanborn Fire Company Bands, the Kiwanis Club of LaSalle, the LaSalle Sportsmens Club, and the Amherst Male Glee Club. Arthur was a lifelong member of Grace Lutheran Church in LaSalle and served as an usher and assistant scout master for their Troop 810. He enjoyed golfing, hunting and coaching his son in hockey. He enjoyed gardening and teaching his grandchildren the fine art of growing corn and pumpkins. He was also involved with the Inter-Club City Bowling League at Beverly Lanes for 20 years. Another passion he had was his family's German Culture. He belonged to the Wheatfield German Club and the Wheatfield Historical Society. Arthur loved history, reading books and sharing many stories of his younger life, helping with his family's dairy business. Arthur is survived by his wife of 56 years, Martha "Myra" (Smith) Milleville; his children, Bryce (Maryann) of New Fairfield, CT, and Kelly (Robert) Braham of Wheatfield, NY; four grandchildren, Bryce and Laura Milleville, Kyle and Kelsey Braham; sister-in-law, Patricia (late Dr. Matthew) Lanighan of Lockport; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Irma (late Robert) Read. There will be no prior visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a funeral service with military honors on Saturday, December 7, 2013, at 10 AM at Grace Lutheran Church, 736 Cayuga Drive, Niagara Falls, NY 14304. Interment will be private in Niagara Falls Memorial Park Cemetery in the Town of Lewiston. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Mr. Milleville's name to Grace Lutheran Church or Valparaiso University, 1700 Chapel Dr., Valparaiso, IN 46383. Arrangements made by the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC. Visit www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries for online guest register. | MILLEVILLE, Arthur W (I52138)
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| 5734 | December 4, 2013 Ruth J. Ryan Niagara Gazette LEWISTON — Ruth J. Ryan, age 93, of Lewiston, formerly of Ridge Rd. in Ransomville, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 4, 2013 in Mount St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston. Ruth was born September 12, 1920 in Lewiston, the daughter of the late Elwood and Florence (Borget) Simmons and lived in Ransomville most of her life. She had worked for a short time at the Ransomville Hospital and at Faery's Greenhouse. On June 6, 1942, she married Walter J. Ryan in St. Peter Lutheran Church at North Ridge. Walter predeceased her on May 14, 1994. Ruth was a long-time member of St. Peter Lutheran Church at North Ridge. She sang in the church choir and was a member of the church's Ladies Aid Society and the Women's Missionary League. Ruth is survived by her adopted family, Mary Beth and Tom Swift and their children, Adam and Morgan of Lewiston, with whom she had lived with the past five years; her dear friends, Connie and Allan Schultz of Ransomville; and several cousins. She was predeceased by her sister, LaVina Simmons. Friends may call at HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, 3648 Ransomville Road, Ransomville on Friday from 4-8 PM. Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 7, at 11:00 AM in St. Peter Lutheran Church at North Ridge, 4169 Church Rd., Town of Cambria, with the Rev. Robert Hoffman officiating. (Please assemble at church.) Burial will follow in St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Peter Lutheran Church at North Ridge, 4169 Church Rd., Lockport, NY 14094. Please visit www.hardisonfuneralhomes.com for online registry. | SIMMONS, Ruth J (I176012)
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| 5735 | December 5, 2012 Robert C. Fowle Niagara Gazette LEWISTON — Robert C Fowle, of Youngstown, NY, passed away on Tuesday, December 4, 2012, in Mount St. Mary's Hospital, Lewiston, NY. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY, June 25, 1935, the son of the late Charles and Isabelle (Gibbon) Fowle. Mr. Fowle graduated from Trott Vocational High School. He was a welder with Olin Corporation for over 18 years, before retiring in 1990. He was member of Olin Retirement Club and the Niagara Sportsman Club. He was an avid sportsman. Mr. Fowle loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and enjoyed riding his bike. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sally (Jacobs) Fowle; his four children, Robert Fowle of Youngstown, NY; Eileen (Mike) Batchen of Tonawanda, NY; Karen (Ed) Linnane of Lewiston, NY; and Scott (Annemarie) Fowle of Niagara Falls, NY; three grandsons, Joshua Fowle of Lewiston; Scott and Sean Fowle, both of Niagara Falls, NY; two brothers, Raymond (Eileen) Fowle of British Columbia, Canada; and Charles (Nancy) Fowle of Lockport, NY; also several nieces and nephews. The family will be present on Saturday from 3-6 PM at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 901 Cayuga Street, LEWISTON, NY, where funeral services will be held at 6:00 PM, with the Rev. Michael P. Zuffoletto officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials may be made in his name to St. Jude Foundation or to the American Lung Association. Inurnment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register. | FOWLE, Robert C (I114790)
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| 5736 | December 5, 2012 Stanley Michael "Sonny" Watroba Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS — Stanley Michael "Sonny" Watroba, 77, of Niagara Falls, NY, entered into rest on Monday, December 3, 2012 in Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center in Niagara Falls, NY, following a lengthy illness. Born on March 30, 1935 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Stanley and Genevieve (Zauczkowski) Watroba. Mr. Watroba attended local schools and graduated from the former Bishop Duffy High School. Sonny, as he was known by family and friends, was employed as a printer for the Niagara Gazette. He then moved to Florida and worked for the Fort Lauderdale News/Sun Sentinel, until his retirement in the late 1990s. Mr. Watroba came back to Niagara Falls, NY in the early 2000s. Sonny enjoyed collecting as a hobby. Mr. Watroba is survived by three children, Gregory M. (Carla) Watroba of Los Angeles, CA; Thomas S. (Lisa) Watroba of the Town of Niagara NY; and Diane M. (Thomas) Broeker of La Vergne, TN; and was predeceased by one son, Michael Watroba. Sonny is also survived by four grandchildren; two sisters, Patricia Goupil of Niagara Falls, NY and Dolores (William) Stone of Niagara Falls, NY; his former wife, Barbara (nee Halleen) (late Michael) Ford of Smyrna, TN; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents and son, he was also predeceased by one brother, Joseph (Carol of Lewiston, NY) Watroba. There will be no prior visitation. A private burial will be held at the convenience of the family. If desired, memorial offerings may be made to the Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, Elm & Carlton Streets, Buffalo, NY 14263. Arrangements were entrusted to the OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (297-9007). To leave a personal message for the family, please visit www.ottoredanz.com and www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries. | WATROBA, Stanley Michael (I102693)
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| 5737 | December 5, 2013 Lois Ann Masters Niagara Gazette LAS VEGAS, NV — Lois Ann Masters, age 82, died December 1, 2013, at Desert Springs Hospital, Las Vegas, NV. She was born March 30, 1931 in Lewiston, NY to Edward and Amy Smith. Lois Smith married Kenneth G. Masters on September 4, 1948. They were married for 65 years and she is survived by and cherished by her loving husband, Kenneth G. Masters. She is also survived by her daughters, Amy Ortman and husband, Jeff Ortman of Lewiston NY, Cindy McConnell and husband, Ed McConnell of West Des Moines, IA; her grandchildren, Perry Ortman, Nathan McConnell, Erin Dodd-McConnell and Jason Ortman. She had 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Kenneth Masters Jr.; her siblings, Stuart Smith, Frank Smith, Thomas Smith, Edna Spencer, Veda Brillhart and Ray Smith. Her wishes were to be cremated and a graveside service will be held in June of 2014, at Niagara Falls Memorial Park Cemetery in Lewiston, NY. Visit www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries for online guest register. | SMITH, Lois Ann (I152774)
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| 5738 | December 6, 2012 John L. Erskine Lockport Union-Sun & Journal ANNISTON, AL — John L. Erskine of Anniston, AL, passed away on December 3, 2012. He was born on June 17, 1945 in Hornell, NY, the son of Elizabeth (LaBarre) Erskine and the late Leslie Erskine. He is survived by his wife, Dolores; two daughters; a brother, David (Janet) Erskine; three sisters, Judith (Lloyd) Hamm, Carol (Edward) Hastings, and Suzanne (David) Kroening all of Wilson; and several nieces and nephews. Visit www.lockportjournal.com/obituaries for online guest register. | ERSKINE, John L (I132861)
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| 5739 | December 6, 2013 Velma M. Hy Anonymous The Tonawanda News The Tonawanda News Fri Dec 06, 2013, 05:15 PM EST NORTH TONAWANDA — Velma M. (nee Schmeichel) Hy, age 87, of North Tonawanda and formerly of the City of Tonawanda, Thursday December 5, 2013, at her current residence in Park Creek Assisted Living, under Hospice care. Velma was the wife of Robert H. Hy, who died in 1999; and the daughter of the late Edward and Cora (nee Kopp) Schmeichel. She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. She is survived by five children, Kathleen (Mark) Pridemore of Morgan, TX, James (Michelle) Hy of Brant, NY, Richard (Rosario) Hy of Buffalo, Robert (Kim) Hy of Wendell, NC, and Lori (Sal) Minotti of Cheektowaga, NY; 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; her sister, Janet (the late Thomas) Fleming and her brother, Robert (Mabel) Schmeichel, both of North Tonawanda. Also several nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday from 2-4 & 6-8 PM at John O. Roth Funeral Home, Inc., 25 William St. (between Morgan & Broad Sts.), in Tonawanda, where funeral services will be conducted at 8 PM Monday following the visitation. The Rev. Andrew Abraham will officiate. A private burial will be in Acacia Park Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church, cor. of Scott & William Sts., Tonawanda, NY 14150; or to Hospice Buffalo, Inc., 225 Como Park Blvd., Cheektowaga, NY 14227. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | SCHMEICHEL, Velma M (I68536)
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| 5740 | December 7, 2011 Eleanor M. Roberts Niagara Gazette SANBORN — Eleanor M. Roberts, formerly of Sanborn, NY, passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2011, in Northgate Manor, North Tonawanda, NY. She was born in the Town of Pendleton, NY, on July 13, 1913, a daughter of the late David and Catherine (Halm) Fiegel. Mrs. Roberts was employed at the Chevrolet East Delevan Plant for 13 years, she owned and operated a Coffee Shop in Sanborn during the 1950' s and 1960's. She had also worked in the maintenance department at Starpoint Central School until retiring. She was a member of the Salem United Church of Christ, the Lockport Senior Citizens and the Sanbornites, she also enjoyed gardening and crocheting. Mrs. Roberts was the wife of the late Bernard Roberts, Roland Lyons and Jacob Garlock. She is survived by three sons, Allen H. (Patricia) Garlock of the Town of Niagara, NY, John R. (Nancy) Lyons of Muncy, PA and Alton Roberts of California; two daughters, Winifred (late Leonard) Clifford of Grand Island, NY and Jeanette (late Richard) Rech of Getzville, NY; also thirteen grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Roberts was the mother of the late Lawrence and Kenneth Garlock; sister of the late Mildred Hedstrom, David, Floyd, Melvin and Clarence Fiegel. The family will be present on Thursday from 4-8 PM at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 5893 Hoover Road, SANBORN, NY, funeral services will be held on Friday at 9:30 AM, with the Rev. Janice Fitzgerald officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials may be made in her name to the Salem United Church of Christ, 114 Morgan Street, Tonawanda, NY 14150. Interment at Niagara Falls Memorial Park, Lewiston, NY. Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register. | FIEGEL, Eleanor (I112096)
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| 5741 | December 7, 2012 Jay B. Graff The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Jay B. Graff, age 88, of Tonawanda, died Thursday, December 6, 2012, at DeGraff Memorial Hospital, after a long illness. Born in Tonawanda, he was the son of the late Levant and Ula (nee McNinch) Graff, and had resided in Tonawanda all of his life. Mr. Graff was a Navy veteran of WW II and had been employed at Remington Rand and then at the Public Works Department in Tonawanda before retiring. He was a lifelong member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish, a member of Union Hook & Ladder Fire Company for more than 60 years, and a member of the Tonawanda Firemen's Benevolent Association. He was the husband of the late Doris (nee Wilke) Graff, who died last year. He is survived by two sons, Raymond (Marie) Graff and Richard (Annette) Graff; five grand- children, Kevin (Becky) Graff, Leah Graff, Steven (Jamie Kenney) Graff, Danielle Graff and Amanda Graff. Also surviving are two great-grandchildren, Kyle and Ben; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 5-8 PM on Monday only at the Hamp Funeral Home, Inc., 37 Adam Street at Seymour, where a prayer service will be held at 8 PM Monday. Friends invited. If desired, memorials to Niagara Hospice are preferred by the family. Complete obituary, condolences and directions at www.hampfuneral.com. | GRAFF, Jay Bernard (I92852)
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| 5742 | December 7, 2012 Ruth M. Hawkins The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Ruth M. Hawkins (nee Semper), age 91, of North Tonawanda, peacefully entered into eternal rest on December 6, 2012, following a lengthy illness. Ruth had worked as a secretary with Columbus McKinnon. She was a lifelong member of St. Peter's United Church of Christ. She was a member of the North Tonawanda Senior Citizens and the AARP. Ruth loved traveling. She was an avid bowler and horseshoe player, and she was also the last surviving member of her high school sorority card club. She was the wife of the late Albert R. Hawkins. Beloved mother of Douglas P. (Belinda) Hawkins of Ocala, FL, and Janice D. (James) McCloskey of Tonawanda. Grandmother of Gregory J. (Jessica) McCloskey of Amherst, and Steven A. Hawkins of Ocala, FL. She was the sister of the late Virginia Stone and Franklin Semper; aunt of several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd., in North Tonawanda on Monday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday at 10:30 AM, the Rev. Mark Breese will officiate. Interment in White Chapel Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Peter's United Church of Christ. Guest register at frettholdfuneralhome.com. | SEMPER, Ruth M (I110113)
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| 5743 | December 7, 2012 Shirley H. Tudor Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT — Shirley H. Tudor passed away Thursday, December 6, 2012. Born in Lockport on May 30, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Hazel Van Cleve Poole. Shirley worked at Starpoint High School, retiring in 1997 after 46 years of service, working as district treasurer, census enumerator, and for many years was the adored secretary in the high school guidance department. Shirley also served many years as the "ticket lady" for Starpoint sporting events and plays. She was recognized in 2003 for her many years of service when the new Starpoint football stadium was named Tudor Stadium in her honor. Other honors included appointment as honorary chairperson of the board election and budget votes, and the 1995 Bobby Webber Award from the Niagara PAL Athletic Club. She was the beloved wife of the late Edgar Tudor, Jr., who passed away July 23, 1999. She is also survived by her beloved daughter, Cynthia Tudor-Schultz of Lockport; son-in-law, Kurt Schultz of Wilson; cherished grandmother of Eberle Schultz (Luigi Bassani) of Manhattan, Hayley Paterson (Daniel) of Tonawanda, and Casey Schultz of Lockport; sister of Elise (late Luther) Stebbins of Lockport; Sharon Sherrick of Chicago, IL; sister-in-law of Shirley (late Norman) Prue and Lorraine (Harold) Class; survived by many nieces and nephews. Shirley is also survived by her dear friend, Robert Perry. She was predeceased by her brother, Edward (late Marietta) Poole, Dorothy Gill and Diane Preisch. Friends may call Sunday 3 to 7 PM in Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home, Inc., 242 Genesee Street, Lockport. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday morning at 10 AM in St. John the Baptist R.C. Church, 168 Chestnut Street, Lockport. Interment will be in Cold Spring Cemetery. Memorials to the Starpoint Athletic Department, c/o Tom Sarkovics or Gill Licata, 4363 Mapleton Road, Lockport, NY 14094, would be appreciated by the family. Condolences at www.pruddenandkandt.com. | POOLE, Shirley (I132925)
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| 5744 | December 7, 2013 Geraldine J. Moje Niagara Gazette TOWN OF CAMBRIA — Geraldine J. Moje, age 78, of the Town of Cambria, died unexpectedly at her residence on Thursday, November 28, 2013. Geraldine was born February 16, 1935 in Van Buren, ME, the daughter of the late Magella and Azilda Dube. She was a graduate of LaSalle Senior High School and had worked at K-Mart in Niagara Falls for a few years in the 1960s. In 1967 she married Emory W. Moje and they lived in Ransomville from 1968 to 1987, when they moved to the Town of Cambria. Emory predeceased her in 2003. Geraldine enjoyed traveling with her husband and helping him with his engraving business, fishing derbies, sewing, her pets and most of all her grandchildren. She is survived by her children, Thomas (Rosanne) Moje of Ransomville, Dianne (Ivan) Spiridinov of California, and Lori Strzelczyk (Dennis Hannon) of Niagara Falls, NY; ten grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Michael P. Moje. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements have been entrusted to the HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, 3648 Ransomville Road, Ransomville. Please visit www.hardisonfuneralhomes.com for online registry. | DUBE, Geraldine J (I152818)
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| 5745 | December 7, 2013 William L. Kennedy Anonymous The Tonawanda News The Tonawanda News Sat Dec 07, 2013, 02:43 PM EST NORTH TONAWANDA — William L. Kennedy, "Bill", age 70, of North Tonawanda, on Friday (December 6, 2013,) suddenly. Bill worked with Solid Surface Acrylics in North Tonawanda and formerly at Lawless Container Company. He was a loyal Buffalo Bills fan through thick and thin. He enjoyed refinishing furniture, playing cards and bowling. Bill was a member of the Renessiance and the Eagles Clubs. He was a proud United States Marine Corps Vietnam veteran. During his enlistment, he served at the White House as a Marine Guard during the Johnson Administration. Loving husband of Mary E. Kennedy (nee Sykes) of North Tonawanda. Dear father of Michele (Luke) Salerno of East Aurora, Cherrie Kennedy of Florida, and William L. Kennedy II of North Tonawanda. Stepfather of Thomas (Rhonda) Balling, Dr. Timothy (Colleen) Balling, Jeanine (Robert) Pickard, all of Florida, Lisa (Joseph) Klimeczko of Wheatfield, and Mary Jo (Brian "Mike") LaPlante of Tonawanda. Proud grandfather of 13 grandchildren and one great-grandson. Brother of Helena Schuler. Uncle of Michael Schuler. Friends received by the family on Tuesday, 4-8 PM at the Brunner Funeral Home (692-3841), 156 Robinson St., North Tonawanda, where services will be held at 8:00 that evening. Memorials may be made to Chapter 77 of the Vietnam Veterans of America, 47 Main St., Tonawanda, NY 14150 Online guest book, directions and obituary can be found at www.brunnerfuneralhome.com. | KENNEDY, William L (I152826)
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| 5746 | December 8, 2011 Frances B. Sahr Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT — Frances B. Sahr, of Newfane, NY, wife of the late George E. Sahr, entered into rest Thursday, December 8, 2011 in Eastern Niagara Hospital, Lockport, NY. She was born in Lockport, NY, May 24, 1924, the daughter of the late William and Stella Stephanowski Blonkowski. Frances last worked for Bewley Seekins Insurance Company in Lockport, NY, as an Insurance Secretary. Her husband, George E. Sahr, died in 1989. Member of St. Brendan on the Lake (St. Bridget's Parish), St. Patrick's Mothers Club, DeSales Mothers Club, Greater Lockport Insurance Club, UAW Travel Club, volunteered at Windham Lawn Home for Children and worked at Newfane Dugout as Mom for 10 years. Mother of Barbara (Michael) Feeley of Newfane, NY. Grandmother of Richard (Debbie) Beutel, Jr., Randy (Julie Walsh) Beutel, Michael (Sabrina) Feeley and Kelly (Joshua) Scalf. Great-grandmother of Zachary and Jordan Beutel, Evan Jenkins, Malaina Feeley, Owen, Sarah and Olivia Scalf. Sister of Stanley Blonkowski of Lockport, NY, Lorraine (Edward) Sherman of Amherst, NY, Delores Dubaj of Lockport, NY and the late Mary Nowak, Jean Kowalski, Lota Biernacki, Helen Dubai and Dorothy Blonkowski. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the RUTLAND-CORWIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2670 Main St., Newfane, NY, SUNDAY 2-4 & 7-9 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated MONDAY at 11:00 AM in St. Brendan on the Lake Ewings Road, Newfane, NY. Entombment will be held in Glenwood Mausoleum, Lockport, NY. Memorials to a charity of one's choice would be appreciated by the family. Please visit www.rutland-corwin.com to send a condolence to the family. | BLONKOWSKI, Frances Anne (I160759)
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| 5747 | December 8, 2011 Victoria R. Strehlow The Tonawanda News NORTH TONAWANDA — Victoria R. (nee Novotny) Strehlow, age 100, of the City of Tonawanda, Wednesday, December 7, 2011, at Northgate Manor Health Care Facility. Born in New York City, she had been a resident of Tonawanda for 94 years, and was the wife of Alfred R. "Gus" Strehlow, who died in 1992; mother of Penelope "Penny" Strehlow, who died in 1960; daughter of the late Victor and Rose Novotny and sister of the late Henry, Ralph and Walter Novotny. A 1929 graduate of Tonawanda High School, Victoria and her husband, "Gus", owned and operated Fritz's Restaurant in LaSalle, NY for six years. She was also employed as Cafeteria Manager in Tonawanda Junior High School for 16 years, before retiring. Victoria was the oldest living member of Immanuel Lutheran Church where she was Past President of the Women's Guild, a member of the Altar Guild and church choir, and was a Sunday School teacher for many years. She was also the oldest member of the Tonawanda Senior Citizens. She is survived by her son, Clifford A. Strehlow and daughter-in-law, Michele Strehlow of Tonawanda; three granddaughters, Kristin (Charlie) Strehlow-Cooper of Oklahoma, Leigh-Anne (David) Pedrick and Pennie Strehlow of Tonawanda; five great-grandsons and a great-granddaughter, Wil, Gage, Drake, Gabriel, Kyron and Abigale Victoria; and two sisters, Ruth E. Novotny and Marie E. Novotny of Tonawanda. Also many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Friends may call Sunday from 2-4 & 6-8 PM at John O. Roth Funeral Home, Inc., 25 William St. (between Morgan & Broad Sts.), in Tonawanda. Funeral services will be conducted Monday at 10 AM in Immanuel Lutheran Church, corner of Scott and William Sts., in Tonawanda. The Rev. Andrew Abraham will officiate. A private burial will be in Acacia Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church or to the American Heart Assn. of WNY. Visit www.tonawanda-news.com/obituaries for online guest register. | NOVOTNY, Victoria R (I100197)
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| 5748 | December 8, 2012 George N. Marinucci Niagara Gazette LOCKPORT — George N. Marinucci, age 98, of Lewiston, died Tuesday, December 4, 2012 in the Odd Fellow & Rebekah Rehab and Health Facility in Lockport, after a brief illness. George was born October 23, 1914 in Niagara Falls, NY, the son of the late Biagio and Nena (Pizzala) Marinucci. He attended local schools and went to work for his father in the cinder block business. George then went to work for Kimberly Clark in Niagara Falls and retired as a Foreman after 38 years. Always a gifted athlete, he won the John Hancock Tournament in Golf in 1938; was on the winning team of the Inter Dept. Softball at Kimberly Clark, won many league championships in bowling, and was inducted into the Niagara Falls Bowling Hall of Fame in 1984. George was a treasurer of the Kimberly Clark Athletic Association and an executive director of its Credit Union; president of the Niagara Falls Men's Bowling Assoc. numerous times; and was Director of the V.A.B.A. for many years. He coached the Junior Bowlers for over 30 years as well. George was a communicant of St. Peter's RC Church in Lewiston, as well as an Usher there for over 30 years. He was a member of the Lewiston Volunteer Fire Co. #1 Fire Police and Exempt member as well, and a member and former president, vice president and treasurer of the Lewiston Senior Citizens. He was married to Kathleen "Kitty" O'Donnell for 62 years, who passed away in Oct. of 1999. He is survived by two daughters, Marie Karp of Carol Stream, IL and Francise Zawadzki of Stafford, TX; six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, Harold Marinucci; two sisters, Anne Buscaglia and Francise Towery; and his longtime companion and caregiver, Karen Klingler. A memorial service will be held in the summer of 2013. There is no visitation. Memorials may be made to the Lewiston Volunteer Fire Co. #1 Ambulance Fund, 145 N. 6th St., P.O. Box 748, Lewiston, NY 14092. Arrangements have been entrusted to HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, N. Fourth & Ridge Sts., Lewiston. Please visit www.hardisonfuneralhomes.com for online registry. | MARINUCCI, George N (I102724)
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| 5749 | December 8, 2012 Veronica Corsaro Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS — Veronica "Freda" (Ciraolo) Corsaro, 92, passed away Wednesday, December 5, 2012 in Niagara Falls, NY. Freda was a daughter of Samuel and Josephine (Gallina) Ciraolo, and grew up in Niagara Falls on Ferry Avenue. Freda was happily married to William Corsaro from January 1941 until William's passing in 1986. She lived her entire married life on Ashland Avenue, and in the past few years lived at Sterling House Niagara in North Tonawanda, NY. Freda was well-known in Niagara Falls for her great baking skills and her wedding cakes graced numerous wedding tables over 30 years of baking. She also baked hundreds of birthday, graduation and special occasion cakes. She created her own recipe and kept it a secret for her baking business, but she was generous with her knowledge and taught several others the tricks of her baking trade, and they went on to become bakers as well. Her bakery business was so well-known that her husband Willie said that he had lost his name and was known in Niagara Falls as "Freda's husband!" She loved to play cards and bingo and the "sisters card party nights" were sacred to them all. Freda was the mother of James (Kathleen) Corsaro of Troy, NY, and the late William Corsaro. Her grandchildren, Denise (Marc), Matthew (Mira) and Katherine mourn her passing, as do her great-grandchildren, Dylan, Marissa and Trent. Her sister, Mary (late Hank) Corsaro, Elaine (late Joe) Marra and many nieces, nephews and friends also mourn her death. She was predeceased by her sisters, Janette (late Richard) Laurri and Josephine (Joseph of Lewiston, NY) Magliarditi; and brothers, Samuel (late Grace) Ciraolo and Fred (late Mary) Ciraolo. There will be no prior visitation. Private funeral services and interment in St. Joseph Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY, will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by M.J.COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY 14304. Visit www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online guest register. | CIRAOLO, Veronica (I132962)
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| 5750 | December 8, 2013 Mary J. "Lucy" Provenzano Lockport Union-Sun & Journal AMHERST — Mary J. "Lucy" Provenzano entered into rest December 7, 2013, at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, following a two-month illness. She was born Maria Josepina Santoloce on St. Joseph's Day, March 19, 1926, in Rome, Italy. She was the daughter of Basilio and Stella (Frankeen) Santoloce. Mary became a skilled beautician through on the job training while working in her aunt's beauty shop near the famous Coliseum of Rome. During World War II, she met a handsome American Army corporal from Lockport, NY, named Benjamin Provenzano. He was a mail clerk stationed in Rome. They fell in love and married in Rome on April 26, 1946. After honeymooning on the Isle of Capri, Ben returned to the States and mustered out of the Army. His war bride arrived by ship soon after and they settled in Lockport. Ben and Mary became parents to four children and raised their family on Rogers Avenue, one block from Lockport Memorial Hospital, where Mary worked as a nurse's assistant from 1971 to 1986. Mary was predeceased by her husband on January 5, 2004. She is survived by her beloved sons, Sam (Linda), George (Sue) and Ben Junior (Cindy) and by her dear daughter, Mary (Hank). Cherished grandmother of Richard Provenzano, Cori Townsend (Paul), Christina and Georgina Provenzano, Henry (Marsha) Nevins, Luciana (Evan) Gaskill, Benjamin and Ross Provenzano. Loving great-grandmother of Cheryl Lynn and Carissa Townsend, Alexis and Ayden Provenzano, Ava Grace Schrader, Liam Alexander and Henry David Nevins, Lucy Marie and Grace Deborah Gaskill. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends and family may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Tuesday at Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, corner of Transit and Niagara Streets. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the All Saints Parish Oratory (St. Joseph's Church), 391 Market St., on Wednesday morning at a time to be announced. (Please assemble at church.) Entombment, Glenwood Cemetery. Arrangements by Provenzano Memorial Chapel, Mark C. Provenzano, Director. Visit www.lockportjournal.com/obituaries for online guest register. | SANTOLOCE, Mary J (I152877)
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