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| 8151 | Joan A. Thomas, 86, of Medina, passed away peacefully on Thursday May 14, 2020 at Absolut Care in Gasport, surrounded by family. Joan was born on September 16, 1933 and was a daughter of Vernon and Alice Krisher. She married the love of her life, John "Jack" A. Thomas, on June 18, 1971 who predeceased her on October 18, 2015. Joan was a graduate of Lyndonville High School and Houghton College. She taught at Lyndonville Central School for 30 plus years. Joan and Jack loved to travel around in their RV in their younger years and go on cruises with family later in life. In her free time, Joan loved to be outside working in her garden or playing her piano. She was dedicated to her church community and played organ and piano during Sunday services. After retirement, they lived in Florida during the winter months and loved to host family and friends in their Tarpon Springs home. In recent years, Joan looked forward to her Tuesday dinner dates with her granddaughter, Ashley. Joan is survived by her six children, Dawn (Anthony) Kwiatkowski, David (Bobbi) Huntington, Mark Thomas, Judy (Bill) Wright, Jeffrey (Debbie) Thomas and Jon Thomas; her grandchildren, which include Christopher, Darren, Nicole, Ashley, Nathan, Aaron, Kristen, Suzy, Ryan, Justin, Kayla, Tammy and Jay; her siblings, Suzanne Lorenz, Carol Fulcomer and Dan (Christine) Krisher; along with many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. In addition to the love of her life, Jack, she was also predeceased by her parents, Vernon and Alice Krisher; her son, Douglas Huntington; and daughter, Jacquie Atkinson; her siblings, Vernon "Bud" Krisher, Margie Mapes and Diane Palmer. There are no calling hours. A memorial service will be held at a later date to be announced. Burial will be in the Lynhaven Cemetery, Lyndonville, NY. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation in Joan's name to Alzheimer's Association or Yates Baptist Church in Lyndonville. Arrangements were entrusted to the Bogan & Tuttle Funeral Home, 112 N. Main St., Lyndonville, NY 14098. Please light a candle or share a memory of Joan at bogantuttlefunerals.com. | KRISHER, Joan A (I93286)
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| 8152 | Joan D. (Tompkins) Morgan, lifetime resident of Niagara Falls, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 7, 2018. She was 86. She was born on April 6, 1932, a daughter of the late William and Anna (Murphy) Tompkins. She graduated from Niagara Falls High School and then graduated in the first nursing school class of Mt. St. Mary’s Hospital where she earned an award for “achievement and sincere devotion to the school of nursing”. Joan married John Morgan in 1966 and they remained happily married for 27 years until his passing in 1993. She held many positions during her long career at the hospital and retired in the position of cardiac teacher. Joan was greatly influenced in life by her mother Anna. Family tradition was very important to her as she always loved decorating the Tompkins Christmas Tree and coordinating the family gatherings. She was known to frequently drop “little pearls of wisdom” to everyone of her family members and friends, to remind them of Grandma’s wisdom. Joan was a devoted Christian and lived her faith values to the fullest, being the consummate nurse and caregiver to all family members, and reaching beyond to friends of family and neighbors. She touched many people with her quiet, caring ways and her gentle smile. She spent her life serving God by doing for others. Joan’s service to others was her crowning jewel. She is survived by three siblings: Patricia (Frank) Phillips, Kenneth (Charlotte) Tompkins and Robert (Sharon) Tompkins and many loving nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband she was predeceased by 7 siblings: Melvin Tompkins, Karolyn Tompkins, Grace Thompson, Reva Waddell, Doris Berthot, Ann Wood and Arlene Smiedala. Family will be present at the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue on Wednesday from 4-8 PM. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday at 10 AM in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 27th and Independence. EVERYONE PLEASE ASSEMBLE AT THE CHURCH . Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Lewiston. Flowers are gratefully declined. If desired, donations may be made in her memory to a charity of one’s choice. | TOMPKINS, Joan D (I142333)
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| 8153 | Joan D. Kramarczyk, a longtime resident of Niagara Falls, died on Tuesday January 27, 2015 in Buffalo General Hospital. She was 77. She was born in Niagara Falls on March 14, 1937, the daughter of Howard A. and Dorothy (Steer) Willick. She was a graduate of the former LaSalle Jr/Sr High School Class of 1955 and the Deaconess School of Nursing Class 1958. She was employed as a registered nurse for many years, retiring from Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence in 2008. Prior to that, she worked for the former St. Mary’s Manor, DeVeaux Manor and Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and sister. Joan enjoyed her nursing career, needlework and gardening. Survivors include her four children, Catherine Showalter; Joanne (Charles) Roffle; Charles C. Kramarczyk III and Charlotte Palumbo all of Niagara Falls; her sister, Barbara Ann Willick and brother, Howard Willick both of Niagara Falls; seven grandchildren, Ariane, Jennifer, Michelle, Eric, Brianna, Valerie and Kimberly and a great grandson, Oliver. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles C. Kramarczyk, Jr in 1990. Friends may call Friday from 2-4, 6-8 PM in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, where Funeral services will be held Saturday 11 AM. The interment will be held privately in Oakwood Cemetery, Niagara Falls. Memorials, if desired, may be made to a charity of one’s choice. | WILLICK, Joan D (I170430)
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| 8154 | Joan E. Holland, 90, of Youngstown, NY, died Thursday, April 27, 2017 in Niagara Hospice House, Lockport, after a lengthy illness. Born in Wayland, NY, on July 26, 1926 to the late Burton and Lena (Barnhart) Carney. Joan was a graduate of Youngstown High School and the Kelley Business Institute. She was a woman ahead of her time raising her three young children along with working full time as a dispatcher at Harrison Radiator in Lockport after the death of her 1st husband, Charles C. Gray, in 1957. Joan loved crafts - seamstress, crocheting and needlepoint along with traveling and camping with her 2nd husband, Donald 'Dutch' Holland, who passed away April 21, 2009. Joan was a member of the Niagara Frontier Bible Church and the Ransomville Rural Retirees. She is survived by three children, Donna Gray of Youngstown, Charles Gray of Dayton, OH, and Donald (Deborah) Gray of Dunkinsville, PA; two stepchildren, Douglas (Connie) Holland and Debra Targon; two sisters, Donna Hohenasee and Arlene Finley; six grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; several step-grandchildren; and one step-great-great-grandchild. She was very fond of her two nephews for all their help throughout her later years, Larry and Bruce Houck. Friends may call at the Hardison Funeral Home, 3648 Ransomville Rd., Ransomville, on Saturday from 10 AM-12 PM. Funeral service will follow at 1 PM from the Niagara Frontier Bible Church, 5287 Bronson Dr,. Lewiston, with the Rev.Thomas Broderick officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094. Please visit hardisonfuneralhomes.com. | CARNEY, Joan E (I190870)
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| 8155 | Joan Eloise Daley passed away on Monday March 27, 2023 at Mercy Hospital, Buffalo, NY. Born in Lockport on May 8, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Myrtle Bay Bixler. Joan loved spending time with her family. She is predeceased by her husband, Dennis Daley, who passed away on August 31, 2000. Joan is survived by her daughter Denise Goodwin and son, Lawrence (Patricia) Daley. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. There will be no prior visitation. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday March 29th at 2 PM at Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee Street, Lockport. Inurnment will be in Wrights Corners Cemetery. Online Condolences at www.pruddenandkandt.com. | BIXLER, Joan Eloise (I148266)
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| 8156 | JOAN F. OAKEY, age 82 of Brookdale Niagara, Wheatfield, NY, entered into rest on March 8, 2019 at the facility. Formerly a resident of Naples, FL. Born December 4, 1936 in Niagara Falls, NY; daughter of the late Harry and Leona (Voelker) Pollard. Joan attended Niagara Falls High School, was employed as a payroll clerk for the Niagara Wheatfield School District until her retirement, a long time member of Marco Lutheran Church, Marco Island, FL, where she was a choir member, and the Red Hat Ladies at Marco Island. Joan enjoyed reading, needlepoint, cooking, gardening, quilting, playing cards and bingo, traveling, and her family. Survivors include four children, Kim Stein of Grand Island, NY, Mark (Laura) Oakey of Wheatfield, NY, Dawn Gartman of Morrisville, NC, and Teri (Bob) Martell of Wayland, NY; two sisters, Patricia Perkins of Kingwood, TX, and Judy (Roger) Siegmann of Sanborn, NY; grandchildren, Joshua (Danielle) Oakey, Erin (Matt) Higgins, Marissa Oakey, Kari (Henry) Belding, Brandy Gartman, Meggie Gartman, Ben Gartman, Eric (Charity) Martell, and Don Martell; great-grandchildren, Eliana, Tanner and Marlowe Higgins, Gilbert Belding, and Reid Oakey. She was predeceased by her husband, Donald R. Oakey on July 5, 2009. A memorial service will be conducted by Pastor Kevin Koenig, at Marco Lutheran Church, Marco Island, FL. Interment will be in the memorial garden at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Marco Lutheran Church Foundation, or Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, MO. Arrangements were with the DuBois Funeral Home, Wheatfield, NY | POLLARD, Joan F (I54324)
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| 8157 | JOAN HONORA CASSATA, age 76 of Wheatfield, NY, entered into rest unexpectedly on July 11, 2020 at her residence. Born in Buffalo, NY on August 25, 1943, daughter of the late Ambrose and Jeanne (Trembley) Bille. Joan was employed as the manager of a beauty salon, at the former Jenss Department Store, located in the Boulevard Mall. She enjoyed bowling, was a great cook, and loved the quality time spent with her family. Survivors include her devoted husband, John V. Cassata. They were married August 10, 1963; loving mother of Jeanne (Michael Cicero) Geartz, and Joseph (Laura) Cassata; grandmother of Katie Morski, Sara Geartz, Joseph Cassata and Megan Cassata; great-grandmother of Leo Morski; sister in law of, Joan McGuire and Gail Bille; and an aunt to four nephews, Kevin, Matthew, Andrew and Jonathan. Also predeceased by two brothers, Ambrose D. Bille and Robert Bille. Friends may call at the DuBois Funeral Home, 2436 Niagara Road, (Bergholz) in Wheatfield, on Saturday, July 25th. from 10 a.m. - 12 noon. Services will follow the visitation at noon. | BILLE, Joan Honora (I145315)
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| 8158 | Joan Marie Halstead of Lockport, N.Y., wife of Gary Halstead, entered into rest at home with her family under the care of Niagara Hospice on April 4, 2025. She was born in Lockport, N.Y. on April 16, 1939 the daughter of Jay and Dorothy (Baudenpistel) Garbutt. She is survived by Gary, her loving husband of 65 years and sons G. Jay and Jeffery, grandmother of Jay (Brandi) and Marisa (Sam) Robbins and great grandmother of Audrey Halstead, as well as several nephews and nieces, and her favorite cousin Rebecca Ott. She was predeceased by her brothers John (Penny) Garbutt, Robert (Sylvia) Garbutt and sister Sarah. Joan always had a pet chihuahua since her teenage years and leaves behind her beloved pet Dickens. She worked at the Mongomery Ward and Sample Shop before raising a family. Joan enjoyed playing cards and organized a long running Bid Pitch card club at the Eagles. She also enjoyed organizing class reunions. She was a firm advocate for the rights of nursing home residents. She made a difference. Joan was an accomplished golfer and was club champion at the Lockport Town and Country Club as well as Senior champion at the Chestnut Meadow League at the Niagara County Golf Course. Her most memorable moment came while playing with PGA pro Curtis Strange when her ball got closer to the pin on a par three. Joan enjoyed cross country travel visiting National Parks and camping in New England. Joan was a member of St. John’s R.C. Church, past member of the Lockport Town and Country Club, Chestnut Meadow Golf League, Niagara Orleans Golf League and Willowbrook Golf League. She was a long time member of the Eagles Auxiliary. Family and friends may call on Wednesday April 9, 2025 from 3-7PM in Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home 242 Genesee St. Lockport, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday at 10 AM in St. John the Baptist Church 168 Chestnut St. Lockport. In lieu of flowers donations to Niagara Hospice 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094 would be appreciated. Visit pruddenandkandt.com. | GARBUTT, Joan Marie (I127894)
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| 8159 | Joan P. Thompson, 82, of Lockport, NY, passed away on June 5, 2022 in Tampa, FL. Born on December 26, 1939, Joan was the daughter to the late Chester "Chet" and Laura (Schrader) Payne). Joan married John "J.O." on July 31, 1959 in Lockport, NY. Joan worked as a secretary for Lockport Savings Bank for almost 20 years. Joan enjoyed cooking and canning fresh fruits and vegetables grown by J.O. She loved traveling to see her kids and their families in S.C. and F.L. Joan is survived by her two children Tricia (Thompson) Lukanic, and Christopher J. (Katharina) Thompson, granddaughter Hannah Lukanic; sisters Loretta (Doug) McCanty, Patricia (John) Chambers, brothers Chester "Chub" (Nancy) Payne, Bruce (Sue) Payne, Terry (Kathy) Payne, Jim Payne; brother and sister-in-laws William (Dorothy) Thompson and James (Paula) Thompson, several nieces and nephews and a host of lifelong friends. Joan was predeceased by brother and sister-in-laws, Gene (Evelyn) Payne, Roger (Karen "Tootie") Payne, Dawn Payne, David Thompson and Patricia Thompson. A graveside memorial service will be at 10:00am June 18 at Hartland Central Cemetery followed by a reception 11:30am – 3:00pm at the Elks Club, 6791 N. Canal Rd. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Emmanuel United Methodist Church, Speak for Animals @ speakforanimals.com, or American Cancer Society. | PAYNE, Joan (I109653)
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| 8160 | Joan Pautler McDonough died March 27, 2023 under the care of Niagara Hospice. Her children, Margot McDonough (Donovan Cook), Meghan McDonough (John Sakowski), and David McDonough (Lisa McDonough), and her two sisters, Margo Klass and Rosemary Pautler, survive her along with her 10 grandchildren, McDonough and Meghan Cook, Allison and Andrew Sakowski, and Elizabeth, Samantha, Liam, Finn, Oliver, and Aalish McDonough. Joan Elizabeth was the eldest child of Dorothy Brumley Pautler and Dr. Arthur Pautler, DDS. Joan was a lifelong resident of Lockport and was instrumental developing the well-remembered arts program at Artpark in Lewiston, including its stores, gallery, catering program, and especially its esteemed Artist Residency Program. Joan attended the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York and graduated from Emerson College in Boston, established an early career in merchandising, and later transitioned to teaching home economics in Williamsville, before finding the perfect career match in her work with Artpark. In recent years she enjoyed living part-time with her grandchildren in California and volunteering at various clothing and food banks in Lockport. Her body was donated to the University of Buffalo Anatomical Gift Program. Her family will host a celebration of her life this summer. Donations may be made in Joan's memory to Brothers Keeper Outreach at First English Lutheran Church, 185 Locust Street in Lockport. | PAUTLER, Joan (I178016)
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| 8161 | Joan Simons Eddy died 4/5/16. Born and raised in Niagara Falls, NY.,She was the daughter of the late Sybil and William Simons. Predeceased in 2001, by her highschool sweetheart and husband, George P. Eddy, to whom she was married 57 years.Predeceased by her daughter Robin Nobles(Terry). She is survived by her brother, Judge Richard D.(Essie) Simons;and by her daughters, Sandra (George) Hudler, Nancy(Edward) Parsons, Betsy Lewis;grandchildren, Scott (Stacy) Nobles,Kristen Nobles, Justin Patterson,Liz Hudler,Jen (Mike) Kwiatkowski,Heather Parsons, Luke (Beth) Parsons,Ian Lewis, Hayley (Dr. Nathan) Cary; 7 great grandchildren. After her husband came home from WW2, they raised their children in both Lewiston and Honeoye Falls. It was in East Bloomfield where they built their final home. Joan graduated from SUNY Geneseo with a B.A., Art History and MFA, Library Science.In 1988. She helped establish the East Bloomfield Library,retiring at 73. She was active in Garden Club, Historical Society, she enjoyed volunteering, bridge, Lake of the Woods, and helping raise her grandchildren. A memorial service will be held June 11 at 2pm at the United Methodist Church, East Bloomfield. The family appreciates your condolences. Donations can be sent to the East Bloomfield Library, 9 Church St, East Bloomfield, NY 14469. | SIMONS, Joan P (I16889)
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| 8162 | Joan Smith Dunbar Muisiner 89 of Lockport Wife of the late Charles Muisiner and Richard Dunbar entered into rest on Friday December 29, 2017 at Eastern Niagara Hospital Lockport. Born on June 23, 1928 in Lockport NY to the late Dudley and Leah Wiseman Smith. Joan worked as a teaching aide at Gasport Elementary from 1964 to 1977. She was a member of the Ridgewood Bible Church the ICMH Aux. She volunteered at the St. Andrew's Community Store and also taught Sunday school for many years. Survivors include her daughter Beth (Michael) Fisher of Lockport; a son Charles (Pamala) Dunbar of Burt; a sister Helen Taylor and a brother Merle Smith. Also surving are her grandchildren Katie Jo (Peter) Fisk, Kevin (Amy) Fisher, Amanda (Kari) McFayden, Jessica (Nathan) Malloy and Nicole (Brian) Buhr; her great grandchildren Ryan, Jillian, Logan, Calvin, Luca, Harper, Lydia and Pierce and several nieces and nephews. Joan is Predeceased by her husband Charles Muisiner(2016) and Richard Dunbar(1961; her sisters Doris Stout and Lorraine"Tish" Gooding; brother in-laws Faber Gooding and Vance Taylor and sister in-law Marcia Smith Family and friends may call on TUESDAY from 7-9PM and WEDNSDAY from 10AM till 12PM at the Ridgewood Bible Church 7073 Ridge Rd. Lockport, NY 14094. Funeral Services will be held at the church immediately follow at 12PM. Burial will take place in Mountain Ridge Cemetery Town of Royalton. Memorial Donations may be made the Ridgewood Bible Church or the Newfane Library. | SMITH, Joan (I170949)
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| 8163 | Joan Streppa entered into rest July 23, 2021. Born February 22, 1946, she was the daughter of Michael and Josephine (Slumba) Moskalik. Predeceased by her husband, Alex Streppa; beloved mother of Shelly Pleace, Kevin (Christine) Streppa, Julie (TJ) Duffy, Jennifer (late Jason) and the late Terrial Streppa; cherished grandmother of Nicholas, Alexis, Alex, Beanie (Auston), Emma, Lea (Jimmy), Kelsey, Tyler, Joey, Luke, Andrew and Kason; dear sister of Alice (Tom) Shaw, John (Judy) Moskalik and the late Michael Moskalik. Friends may call on Friday from 3-7 PM at the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, 70 Niagara Street, where the Funeral will be held on Saturday at 11:00 AM. Interment in Cold Springs Cemetery. Please visit Taylorandreynolds. | MOSKALIK, Joan (I114573)
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| 8164 | Joan W. Anderson, 89, of Barker entered into rest peacefully on December 1st, 2020 at MMH Orleans Community Health, Medina, NY. Born March 1st, 1931 in Barker, Joan was the daughter of the late Delbert and Doris (Rhodes) Wass. A 1948 graduate of Barker Central School, she then attended RBI, graduating as a Medical Secretary. After marrying the late Malcolm “Andy” Anderson on July 20th, 1951, they made their home in the Town of Somerset. Joan was a life-time member of Faith United Methodist Church of Barker, including the Women’s Society, choir, and the Avon Study Club. Her beautiful soprano voice graced countless church services, cantatas, weddings, memorial services, and community events. Joan enjoyed singing, watching classic movies, knitting, playing piano, the family cats, and spending time with her children and grandchildren, both locally and those in Florida and Michigan. She is survived by her children Dana (Deborah) Anderson of Chesterfield, MI, Lynne (Gregory) Nellist of Medina, Lisa (Scott) Becker of Sarasota, FL, and Delbert (Cynthia) Anderson of Barker; granddaughters Erin (Michael) Kramer, Alicia (Jed) Shaffer, Rachel (Stephen) Kudiba, Krista Nellist, Tara Poss, and Erica (Chris) Dennis; great grandchildren Roland, Leith, and Holden Shaffer, Lillian Pohl, Calvin Herb, and Cadence, Kai, and Emersyn Dennis. She is also survived by her sister Joyce (Michael) Gubesch and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. | WASS, Joan (I88965)
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| 8165 | Joan Yuhasz A. (nee Acksel) Age 92, of North Tonawanda, passed away September 2, 2018 at Buffalo General Hospital. Mother of the late Cheryl ( John) Andrews; grandmother of Tracy (George) Quezada-Deck and Robert J. Andrews; great grandmother of Joshua and Justin Quezada. Visitation Thursday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM in the WATTENGEL FUNERAL HOME, 533 Meadow Dr. N. Tonawanda. Funeral Services Friday at 10 AM from Abiding Savior Lutheran Church, 1534 Ruie Rd. Interment White Chapel Memorial Park | ACKSEL, Joan A (I101450)
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| 8166 | Joann C. Gruarin, 83, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2018. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the loving daughter of the late William and Martha (Keller) Pendergast. Joann graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1952. She married her beloved husband, Raymond L. Gruarin at the former Sacred Heart Church on April 24, 1954. Her entire life was centered around her family whom she loved dearly. She also enjoyed baking for family gatherings. In addition to her husband of 63 years, Mrs. Gruarin is survived by her children, Raymond L. (Sabrina) Gruarin, Dennis Gruarin (Cari Shaffer), Robert (Mary Kay) Gruarin and her daughter-in-law Leyla Sheehan-Gruarin; grandchildren, Stephanie Gruarin (Brian Haas), Dr. Scott Gruarin, Jeff (Krista) Gruarin, Grethe (Matt) Mackiewicz, Greigh (Alicia) Gruarin, Raymond Tyler (Maggy) Gruarin, Grace (Cristian) deRosa, Kevin Gruarin, Carly (Christopher) Cappuccilli, Christopher Gruarin, Katelyn (Ron Bernick), Casey and Cameron Gruarin; great-granddaughter, Sage; one sister, two brothers and predeceased by three brothers and two sisters. Mrs. Gruarin is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins and fond of the dogs Copper and Dusty. The family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to the nurses and aides of the 3rd Floor at Schoellkopf Nursing Residence for the excellent care and compassion. Visitation will be on Thursday, February 22nd from 3 – 8 P.M. at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, where funeral services will begin on Friday at 9:15 A.M. followed by her Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 A.M. in Holy Family Parish at Mt. Carmel Church, 27th and Independence Avenue. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. If desired memorials may be made to Holy Family Parish at Mt. Carmel Church or Schoellkopf Health Care Center. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | PENDERGAST, Joann C (I57144)
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| 8167 | JoAnn Marie (Toellner) Durick, age 80 of Wheatfield, NY, was called peacefully to her heavenly home on August 22, 2021, in her residence at Wheatfield Commons. Born in North Tonawanda, NY on March 20, 1941; daughter of the late Clifford and Hilda (Siegmann) Toellner. JoAnn was a member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, in Wheatfield. She had been employed with the Niagara Wheatfield Central School District, and was a dedicated loving mother and homemaker. JoAnn was preceded in death by her husband, John L. Durick on May 3, 2002; and a brother, Jerry Toellner.Survivors include two sons, Kelly Durick and Steven (Stephanie) Durick both of North Carolina; a sister, Betty Brown of Wheatfield; sister in law, Judy Toellner of Arizona; grandchildren, Alexzandrea, Steven, Peyton and Christian all from North Carolina; and many nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be conducted by the Rev. Michael Borgstede, on Wednesday (August 25) at 10:00 a.m. in St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, corner of Niagara Falls Blvd. and Ward Road, in Wheatfield. There will be a visitation period from 9-00 - 10:00 prior to the service, in the church. Interment will follow the service, in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John Lutheran Church or School.Arrangements were with the DuBois Funeral Home, Wheatfield, NY. | TOELLNER, Joann Marie (I56172)
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| 8168 | JOANNA SELLERS Age 68 of Lantana passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2010. Joanna had worked at the Village Salon of Beauty in Boynton Beach for 45 years. She is survived by her son, Michael (Tawnya) McMann; her sister, Mary Rose Scalzo; four grandchildren, Taylor, Cassey and Kayla McMann and Maurice Porcelain; one great-grandson, Mako Porcelain; her nephew, Joey (Connie) Scalzo and her niece, Lisa Scalzo; her best friend and adopted sister, Shirley Cavalier and Shirley's family. Friends will be received Saturday, November 27, 2010 from 11:00 AM until Prayer Service time at 12 Noon at Scobee-Combs-Bowden Funeral Home, corner of U.S. Hwy. #1 & N.E. 15th Ave., Boynton Beach. SCOBEE-COMBS-BOWDEN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY Boynton Beach, Florida Family Owned & Operated To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries Published in The Palm Beach Post from November 25 to December 2, 2010 NOTE - Joyce Moote's cousin | Joanna (I90508)
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| 8169 | Joanne (Love) IHLE Death Notice IHLE - Joanne (nee Love) Suddenly, January 7, 2014, of the Town of Tonawanda, NY, devoted wife of the late Val "Bud" Ihle; loving and proud mother of Val G. (Susan) Ihle and Melissa (Louis) Arnow; dear grandmother to Michael V. Ihle, Eric L. and Matthew L. Arnow; sister to James (late Audrey) Love, John (Dorothy) Love and the late Jerome (Dolores) Love; sister-in-law of Murial (George) Metz, Carol (Fredrick) Maier and the late Sylvia (Murray) Gibson; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Saturday 1-5 PM at the LESTER H. WEDEKINDT INC. FUNERAL HOME, 3290 Delaware Ave., where Funeral Services will be held at 5. Joanne was retired from Preston Trucking in the Town of Tonawanda and a life member of Sigma Phi Gamma International Sorority. She valued friends and family and the family would like to thank all those who had a special place in her heart. Published in the Buffalo News from Jan. 10 to Jan. 11, 2014 | LOVE, Joanne (I154601)
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| 8170 | JOANNE C. MILLEVILLE, age 85, the former co-owner and co-operator of The Meeting Place restaurant in the 1980's, was called to her heavenly home on October 14, 2020, following a lengthy illness in Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence.The former Joanne Strasburg was born on January 30, 1935 in Niagara Falls, NY, to the late Albert and Clara (Schultz) Strasburg. She attended local schools and was a graduate of the former LaSalle High School. She was a former member of Bergholz Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary, and a former member and past president of the ladies auxiliary of the American Legion Wheatfield Post 1451. It was because of her involvement with the legion, that she met her husband, Alfred "Ollie" Milleville. He died on Thanksgiving Day in 1996. Joanne was a member of St. James Lutheran Church in Bergholz.Survivors include two daughters, Judy (Dennis) Walck of Grand Island and Pam (Tim) Kowalik of the Town of Niagara; two sons, Steve (Alice) of Grand Island and Doug of Lewiston; a brother, Albert "Babe" Strasburg of Florida; five grandchildren, Kari Corsaro, Adam Walck, Kim Milleville, and Dustin and Kourtney Kowalik; and three great-grandchildren, Robert Corsaro III, Abigail Corsaro and Brody Walck. Predeceased by six brothers, Charles, William, Robert, Donald, Richard and Jack.Visitation and Services, with the Rev. Dan Tabor, officiating, will be private, due to Covid restrictions. Memorial contributions may be made to St. James Lutheran Church. Arrangements were with the DuBois Funeral Home. | STRASBURG, Joanne Carole (I57080)
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| 8171 | Joanne Eileen Kumm, lifetime resident of Niagara Falls, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 3, 2015. She was born in Niagara Falls on March 14, 1948, a daughter of Ruth (Colquhoun) Kumm and the late Elmer K. Kumm. She attended local schools and graduated from LaSalle Senior High School and the Highland Hospital School of Nursing in Rochester. Joanne worked as the Assistant Director at Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara for over 23 years. She was a longtime member of Grace Lutheran Church and she enjoyed reading. In addition to her mother Joanne is survived by two siblings: Joyce (Frank) Grenga, and Richard (Karen) Kumm of Niagara Falls, her sister-in-law Deborah (late Robert) Kumm of Grand Island and her aunt Shirley (late Glen) Barber of Sanborn. She is also survived by 8 nieces and nephews: Frank and Michael (Melissa) Sillett, Jessica (Daniel) Shvimer, Joshua and Eric Kumm, Kirsten, Shauna and Derrik Mahoney and her great-nephews Dylan Shvimer and Jacob and Michael Sillett and great-niece Kassie Sillett. In addition to her father she was predeceased by her brother Robert (Deborah) Kumm. Friends may call at the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue on Friday from 3-7 PM. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 10 AM at Grace Lutheran Church, 736 Cayuga Drive, Niagara Falls. Burial will be in Niagara Falls Memorial Park Cemetery in the Town of Lewiston. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired donations may be made in Joanne’s name to Opportunities Unlimited, 1555 Factory Outlet Boulevard, Niagara Falls, N.Y. 14304 | KUMM, Joanne Eileen (I124120)
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| 8172 | Joanne M. Cerminara, 69, of East Otto, NY, passed away on March 17, 2025 at Buffalo General Hospital in Buffalo, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Bari) Masocco. Joanne was a graduate of LaSalle Senior High School, and later earned her Associate’s Degree in Nursing from Niagara County Community College. On August 11, 1978, she married Patrick Cerminara, Jr., NCSD Ret., at Prince of Peace Church in Niagara Falls, NY. Joanne’s career as a Registered Nurse spanned 40 years. She began working at Deaconess Hospital and later at Buffalo General Hospital, before starting at Mt. St. Mary’s Hospital in Lewiston, NY, where she dedicated 35 years as an Operating Room Nurse until her retirement in 2019. She trained and precepted many future Operating Room Nurses during her time at Mt. St. Mary’s, cementing her legacy and leaving a lasting impact on future care partners. Joanne was proud of her volunteer work at many organizations, namely at St. Aloysius Church in Springville, NY, where she helped to prepare meals for grieving families. In her spare time, she enjoyed practicing yoga, weight training, hiking, biking, bird and nature watching, playing pickleball, and practicing archery. She was also a tremendous cook. Joanne will be remembered most for her loving, honest and generous nature – she was accepting of all people and was always non-judgmental. Above all, she cherished the time she spent with her family, especially her children and grandchildren. In addition to her husband of 46 years, Joanne is survived by her children, Patrick (Elizabeth) Cerminara III, Kyle (Katlyn) Cerminara, Natalie (Mark) Budd, and Eric Cerminara (fiancée Evelyn Kouya); her grandchildren, Jack Cerminara, Joey Budd, Norina Budd, and Renee Cerminara; her sister, Linda Masocco, as well as by several nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 20 from 3 – 7 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY 14304. Joanne’s Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, March 21 at 11 AM at St. Peter R.C. Church, 620 Center Street, Lewiston, NY 14092. Everyone please assemble at church. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | MASOCCO, Joanne M (I230435)
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| 8173 | Joanne M. Rowles (Werth) age 86, of North Tonawanda, passed away October 9, 2022. Joanne was born March 15, 1936, in Rochester, NY. After high school Joanne started working for the Wurlitzer Company and then the Riverside Chemical Co. Her career ended after 36 years at Marine Midland Bank, at first as a teller and working on the platform. During her free time, she volunteered at the DeGraff Hospital Gift Shop and also for Meals on Wheels. Joanne was a life-long member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and a member of the Ladies Aide. Beloved mother of Mark (Kathy) Werth, grandmother of Brandon A. (Kristie) Werth and Jilynn M. (Edward) Eagen. Great-grandmother of Evelynn G. Eagen. No prior visitation, family and friends are invited to attend a funeral service on Wednesday at 10:00 AM from St. Paul Lutheran Church, 453 Old Falls Blvd., in North Tonawanda, the Rev. Ernest Green will officiate. If so desired memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church. Condolences may be shared at frettholdfuneralhome.com | WERTH, Joanne M (I113759)
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| 8174 | Joanne Metzler, 86, of the Town of Niagara, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 21, 2023 at Mt. St. Mary’s Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, NY she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Alice (Martin) Laraba. Joanne was a graduate of St. Mary’s High School in Niagara Falls. In 1958, she married Thomas E. Metzler, Sr. at Mt. Carmel Church. She was employed in Production at General Motors/American Axle for over 15 years until her retirement in 1992. She was a member of the Sanbornites Senior Citizens and the Rosary and Altar Society at St. Leo’s Church. Joanne enjoyed golfing and bowling in leagues, practicing tai chi, dancing, gardening and crafting. She cherished her friendships with her lifelong St. Mary’s friends, bowling friends, and her hockey family. Above all, Joanne’s life centered around her grandchildren, and she loved attending their sporting events, dance recitals and school functions. Joanne will be remembered most for her pleasant nature and ability to always find a kind word to share. Joanne is survived by two children, Mary Alice (William) Kowalski and Thomas (Ann) Metzler, Jr; and was predeceased by her son, Jeffrey Metzler. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Stephanie (Kyle) Nethaway, Laura Kowalski (fiancé Matt Signor), Robert Metzler, Ryan Metzler and Grace Metzler; her great-granddaughter, Evelyn Nethaway; her brother, Richard (late Elsie) Laraba, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her husband of 64 years and her son, she was predeceased by her siblings, Robert Laraba, Betty Pippard, and Carol Gardner. Visitation will be on Tuesday, April 25 from 3 – 7 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will begin on Wednesday at 9:30 AM, followed by Joanne’s Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM in St. Peter’s Church, 620 Center Street, Lewiston, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to Niagara Hospice or the H.A.R.T. Program. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | LARABA, Joanne (I218676)
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| 8175 | Joanne Tuttle Kenney Joanne Margaret Hall Tuttle Kenney, 79, from Lockport, entered into her Savior’s loving arms, Saturday, December 23 rd . She was born March 26, 1944, to the late Calvin and Emma (Peggy) Hall. Joanne graduated from Newfane High School in 1962. In 1963, she married Thomas Roy Tuttle until his death in 2002. Thomas and Joanne had three children – Terry (Kathy) Tuttle, Daniel (Christa) Tuttle, and Susan (David) Ortiz. Joanne loved all her children and her seven grandchildren - Elizabeth, Rebekah (and Eliott), Lydia, Darren, Ryan, Kylie, and Lauren. Joanne is also survived by two sisters, Janice (Hall) Buhr and Karen (Hall) Eichhorn. Her sister, Kathleen (Hall) Harrison predeceased her. In 2004, Joanne married Fred W. Kenney. Joanne accepted the Lord at a revival meeting at Wright’s Corners Presbyterian Church along with her brother-in-law, Robert Tuttle. Joanne, eventually with her husband, Thomas, became members of Ridgewood Bible Church. In the 1970’s, she was one of the main leaders of Pioneer Girls that met at the church each week. Joanne also enjoyed greeting people at the door on Sundays and loved helping with the Cubbies in AWANA each week. Joanne’s highlights were family get-togethers with her three sisters and their families as well as her cousins from over the years. She was an avid reader for many years. She left daily uplifting messages on Facebook for those that needed a positive word. Friends and Relatives may call on Thursday, December 28 th , at Ridgewood Bible Church from 5-8pm. Funeral Service will be on Friday, December 29 th at Ridgewood Bible Church at 11am. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Ridgewood Bible Church Care Fund. | HALL, Joanne Margaret (I80685)
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| 8176 | Joanne Zombotti, 63, of North Tonawanda, NY passed away suddenly on January 14, 2024. Joanne was predeceased by her parents David J. Sr. and Mary L. Zombotti. She is survived by her brother David (Kathleen), sister Karen (Alan) Baird and brother John. She is also survived by her nephew Jacob (Nicole) Zombotti and niece Jenna (Justin) Pitts and great-nieces Luna Katherine, Nora Jean and Zoe Rae who she treasured. She is survived by several aunts, uncles and numerous cousins. She leaves behind good friends Bruce, Melinda and Lois. A celebration of Joanne's life will be held at a later date. Contributions in Joanne's name may be made to the American Kidney Society. She will be missed by all who knew her. Her kindness, helpfulness and love for her family will be remembered and cherished forever. Final interment will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Tonawanda, NY. | ZOMBOTTI, Joanne (I216625)
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| 8177 | Joel F. Klein passed peacefully at the age of 94 on January 11, 2017. Son of the late Joseph and Helen (Zorr) Klein he was born September 2, 1922. He is also predeceased by his wife, Norma Jergens. Joel was a United States Navy Veteran serving in World War Two on the USS Wasp. He was an avid pistol shooter at Niagara County Sportsmen. Surviving him are his children, David (Cheryl) Klein and Linda Ann Blair of Tucson, AZ; grandchildren, Jeri Lyn (David) Rohde, Sandy (Kelly) Rodwick, Robyn (David )Klose, Kimberly (Brad) Hall and Joseph Klein; along with ten great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and his second family that he loved dearly at Heritage Manor of Lockport; along with many friends. A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, January 20 at 10 AM with a memorial service at noon at Ross Funeral Home, Gaul Chapel on East Avenue in Lockport. In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial donation to American Cancer Society or Niagara Hospice. RossFuneralDirectors.com- | KLEIN, Joel F (I149837)
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| 8178 | Joel N. Heschke passed away on Friday June 21, 2024. Born in Newfane on January 2, 1992, he was the son of Terri (nee Seeloff) Sherman and Rex Heschke. Joel worked for various landscaping and construction companies in the Lockport area. He enjoyed working on cars and spending time with his family especially his children. Beside his parents, Joel is survived by his daughter, MelodyMarie Heschke and son Leland Heschke. His also survived by his brothers, Andrew Heschke and Randy (Stepanie) Heschke and nieces, Delilah and Alivia Heschke. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. | HESCHKE, Joel N (I201945)
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| 8179 | Johann died three months after Barbara was born. He was more interested in playing the accordion than making shoes, so his widow was rather poor.[Family Register 1808 - Pg 67.FTW] [Family Register 1808 - Pg 79b.FTW] Johann died three months after Barbara was born. He was more interested in playing the accordion than making shoes, so his widow was rather poor.[Family Register 1808 - Pg 221.FTW] Johann died three months after Barbara was born. He was more interested in playing the accordion than making shoes, so his widow was rather poor.[Family Register 1808 - Pg 229b.FTW] Johann died three months after Barbara was born. He was more interested in playing the accordion than making shoes, so his widow was rather poor. | FINK, Johann Georg (I8623)
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| 8180 | Johann Georg fathered 7 children in these 2 marriages. All died in infancy with the exception of Johann Jakob Schwenk-Glenks. | SCHWENKKLENKS, Johann Georg (I3829)
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| 8181 | Johann Georg served as Godfather to most all Michael's children. I am 95% certain that he and Agnes raised these six orphans. According to Karlheinz Schoenfeld on 5 Nov 1997, this man appears in a ca. 1920 photo taken in upstate NY, a photo in possession of KH's aunt. He was shown as being the "Doetle", schwaebisch for Godfather of the children of Michael Schwenkbeck.[Family Register 1808 - Pg 77.FTW] [Family Register 1808 - Pg 154.FTW] Johann Georg served as Godfather to most all Michael's children. I am 95% certain that he and Agnes raised these six orphans. According to Karlheinz Schoenfeld on 5 Nov 1997, this man appears in a ca. 1920 photo taken in upstate NY, a photo in possession of KH's aunt. He was shown as being the "Doetle", schwaebisch for Godfather of the children of Michael Schwenkbeck. | SCHWENKBECK, Johann Georg (I5666)
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| 8182 | Johann H. Feuersanger of Somerset, NY, husband of Gloria Ruleman Feuersanger entered into rest at home on Monday April 23, 2018. He was born in Germany on May 25, 1949, the son of the late John and Marie Schmitt Feuersanger. Johann served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, building things and spending time with his family. Father of Michille (Philip) Mason, Scott Solomon, Gary (Christa) Ray Jr., Annette V. Ray and the late Evelyn Leona Vandergrift, Michael Solomon and Paul Lewis Rhodes. Father in law of Kim Solomon and Kurt Vandegrift. Brother of Harry (Valerie) Feuersanger. Brother in law of Steven (Norma) Sturtevant. Also survived by 24 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren and the Toad Harbor Crew. Family and friends may call at the RUTLAND-CORWIN FUNERAL HOME. INC. 2670 Main St. Newfane, NY on FRIDAY April 27, 2018 from 1-4PM and 6-8PM where a funeral service will be held at 8PM. Inurnment will be held in Hartland Central Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations to Niagara Hospice 4675 Sunset Dr. Lockport, NY 14094. | FEUERSANGER, Johann H (I120471)
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| 8183 | Johannes Maier III (so designated in some of birth entries) was called a Bauer or "Neubauer" until 1862 when the occ. Mezger was placed by his name. | MAIER, Johannes III (I6042)
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| 8184 | Johannes war member of the local court, Heiligenpfleger and in the Weberszunft. An important man in the community. | HABERLE, Johannes (I21398)
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| 8185 | John "Benny" Ammerman, age 88, of Pendleton, died Thursday, January 31, 2019 at his residence under Hospice care. Born December 8, 1930 in Pendleton, he was the son of the late Arthur and Alice (nee Iulg) Ammerman and had been a lifelong resident of Pendleton. John was employed at Spaulding Composites in Tonawanda until the plant closed in 1993. He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman and was a devoted member of the Tonawanda Free Methodist Church on Grove Street. He was the father of John (Christine) Ammerman of North Tonawanda, and Duane (Delma) Ammerman of Kyle, Texas; grandfather of Sara, Cory, Alyssa, and Ella; and great-grandfather of Tyler. He was the brother of the late Allen Ammerman and Glenna Joerge. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 2-4 PM on Sunday only at the HAMP FUNERAL HOME, Inc., 37 Adam Street at Seymour, Tonawanda, where funeral services will be held at 4 PM Sunday; the Rev. Donald Moore officiating. Friends invited. Interment will be cared for privately at the Evangelical Protestant Cemetery in Pendleton. If desired, memorials to the Tonawanda Free Methodist Church, 207 Grove Street, Tonawanda, NY 14150, or Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094, are preferred by the family. | AMMERMAN, John (I115548)
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| 8186 | John "Jack" F. Dugan, of Niagara Falls, died on Monday, September 21, 2009 in Mount St. Mary's Hospital. He was 82. He was born in Niagara Falls, New York on Niagara Gazette 9/22/2009 December 13, 1926, a son of the late Corneilius and Mary (Morris) Dugan.He attended area schools. Mr. Dugan worked at several area auto dealerships. He retired as service manager from Gambino Toyota in 1991. He was a longtime member of Prince of Peace RC Church (now St. Vincent de Paul Parish) and of the Niagara Falls Moose Lodge. He enjoyed travel and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Shirley (Pletcher) Dugan; a daughter, Gail Gilpatrick (Lee) of Mt. Holly Springs, PA; two sons, Mark Dugan (Mary K.) and Shannon Dugan (Kadie), both of Niagara Falls; a sister, Patricia Baney of North Tonawanda; grandchildren, Katherine Quirin, Sean Gilpatrick, Tyler Dugan, Kayleigh Dugan and John "Jack" Dugan; great-grandchildren, Aidan and Olivia Quirin and Kyrra Dugan; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; and siblings, James, Jerald and Ronald Dugan. Friends may call Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, where funeral services will be held Friday 11 AM with the Rev. Robert Hughson officiating. The interment will be in North Ridge Cemetery, Cambria. Memorials, if desired may be made to the American Cancer Society, 101 John J. Audubon Pkwy, Amherst, NY or to St. Vincent de Paul Parish. Visit www.lanefuneralhome.com | DUGAN, John F (I67665)
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| 8187 | John "Jack" Klumpp, age 81, of North Tonawanda, passed away on March 6, 2020 at Niagara Hospice House, Lockport, after a long battle of Leukemia. He was born on January 27, 1939 in Lockport, NY, to the late Walter and Alice (Flint) Klumpp. Jack was a graduate of Newfane High School, class of 1957. He then served in the Army Reserves. Jack worked at Simon Steel for many years and retired from Alleghany Ludlum in Lockport, NY. Jack is survived by his loving wife, Rheta; son, Kyle (Ann) Klumpp; daughter, Tammy (Tom) Houseal; and son, Todd (Stephanie) Klumpp. He is also survived by his step-children, Laurie Grimm, Jeff (Mary) Grimm and Melissa Grimm; grandfather of 14 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren; brother of James (Candy) Klumpp, Phillip (Barbara) Klumpp and the late Ronald Klumpp; uncle of many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the FRETTHOLD FUNERAL HOME INC, 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. in North Tonawanda on Monday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday at 10 AM, the Rev. Roland Mills will officiate. Interment in Wrights Corners Cemetery. If so desired memorials may be made to Roswell Park Cancer Inst., or the Odosagih Bible Conference, 3204 Hazelmere Ave, Machias, NY 14101. Guest register available at frettholdfuneralhome.com | KLUMPP, John R (I222334)
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| 8188 | John 'Jack' Leis of Kodak, TN ( formerly of Lockport, NY, and Naples, FL), walked through the gates of Heaven to meet his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 23rd, 2017. He was the son of John and Mary (Witkop) Leis, born February 2nd, 1930 in Lockport. As a young adult, John was a farmer and then became a carpenter and later a general contractor. After moving to Naples, Florida, he continued working in construction as a carpenter and a mason, later he worked at Home Depot. After moving to Kodak, Tennessee, in 1999, he transferred to a east Knoxville area Home Depot, retiring in 2001 to build their new home. Being a talker and people person he returned to work at the Kodak Food City for six years where he was loved by all the children and parents that crossed paths with him. He was loved and will be missed by all who knew him. Survived by his loving wife of 65 years this April 19th, Shirley (Zimmerman) Leis; and children, Cynthia (Delbert) Anderson, Duane Leis, Rodney (Stephanie) Leis, and Murray Leis. Also ten grandchildren; and seven, soon to be eight, great-grandchildren; sister, Elenor (John) Dunkelburger; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his eldest son, John Alan in 1998; his youngest son, Gerald Kent in 1966; and brothers, Robert (Patricia) Leis, and Gordon and his wife Catherine Leis. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorials made be made to Amedisys Hospice Care, 1420 Dutch Valley Rd., Suite C, Knoxville, TN 37918 or to Pathways Church, 1126 Wagner Dr., Sevierville, TN 37862. | LEIS, John Robert (I119501)
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| 8189 | John A. "Pete" Woock, age 63 of Youngstown, died Saturday January 13, 2018 in the Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, after a lengthy illness. Pete was born September 10, 1954 in Niagara Falls, NY, the son of the late Stanley and Geraldine (Meahl) Woock and was a 1972 graduate of LaSalle Senior High School. He was an Electrician and was employed by Roman Electric, Inc. in Youngstown for 35 years. Previous to that he had worked for Cooper Industries from 1972 to 1983. On June 10, 1978, Pete married Elaine (Lang) Woock and they moved to Youngstown. Elaine predeceased him in 2000. Pete will always be remembered as a wonderful family man. His family was his life. He also enjoyed baseball and bowling. He especially enjoyed his career as an electrician with Roman Electric. He is survived by his daughters, Jeanette (Jim) Stone and Amy Woock; his sons, Jason (Jessica) and Jim (Jodi) Woock; his grandchildren, John (Margaret) Choboy, U.S.A.F and Kyle Choboy, U.S.N., CJ Woock, Jayme Stone, and Sarah Woock; a brother, Gary (Beth) Woock and his twin sister, Mary Woock and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Robert Woock. Friends may call at HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, 3648 Ransomville Road, Ransomville on Thursday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 PM. Funeral Services will be held Friday, January 19, at 10:00 AM in the funeral home followed by interment in Riverdale Cemetery, Lewiston. in lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Ransomville Vol. Fire Co. Ambulance Fund, PO Box 239, Ransomville, NY 14131. | WOOCK, John Austin (I88321)
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| 8190 | John A. Brody, age 89, of Tonawanda, died Friday, September 23, 2016 at Hospice Buffalo after a long illness. Born in Tonawanda, he was the son of the late Frank and Katherine (nee Hubert) Brody and was a Marine Corps Veteran of WWII. John was employed at the General Motors Engine Plant in the Town of Tonawanda until retiring. He was the husband of the late Mary Jean (Fix) Brody, who died April 1, 2014. He is survived by his sons and step-son. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10 AM Wednesday, October 19, at St. Francis Chapel, 71 Adam Street, Tonawanda; the Rev. Michael Uebler officiating. Inurnment was cared for privately in the St. Francis Chapel Columbarium. If desired, memorials to St. Francis of Assisi Church, 73 Adam Street, Tonawanda, NY 14150, are preferred by the family. | BRODY, John A (I165071)
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| 8191 | John A. Jordan, 73, sadly left us on Sunday, June 19th, 2022. John was the son of the late Durrell and Mary (Zoschg) Jordan. He graduated from Lewiston Porter High School then went on to serve in the United States Army from 1969-1971. He was stationed in Germany where he served as Military Police. John worked at Franks Vacuum and Trucking Service as a diesel mechanic. He loved fishing, hunting and birdwatching. He also enjoyed stock cars which he raced at Ransomville Speedway. John is predeceased by brothers, William, Matthew, Robert; and sisters, Ida and Marie. He is survived by his wife, Sandy, of 48 years; and daughters, Kim (Terry) Lewis of Ransomville, Krissy (Lee) Lolley of Youngstown, Amy Proefrock of Niagara Falls; and nine grandchildren. Per John's request no services will be held. | JORDAN, John (I201621)
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| 8192 | John A. Licht Jr., age 84, of North Tonawanda, went to be with the Lord on November 11, 2018. John was a U.S. Marine Corp veteran and served during the Korean War. He was a member of the Marine Corp League. He had worked for Columbus McKinnon for 34 years and had retired from General Motors, Town of Tonawanda. He was an active member of St. John Lutheran Church. He was the son of the late John H. Licht and Allene (Metzloff) Licht. He was the husband of the late Cora Mae (nee Salverson) Licht. Beloved husband of Marilyn (Trichler-Truesdell) Licht. Dear father of Doris (James) Waliszewski, James (late Carolina) Licht, John (Ruth) Licht and Ralph (Pamela) Licht. Grandfather of 9 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Brother of Christian Licht, Gail Reischel and the late Doris Abbs and Donald Licht Sr., uncle of several nieces and nephews. No prior visitation, family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Sunday, November 18th at 3:00 P.M. from St. John Lutheran Church, 6950 Ward Rd., in the Town of Wheatfield. Flowers gratefully declined, if so desired memorials may be made to St. John Lutheran Church or Lutheran World Relief. Guest register available at frettholdfuneralhome.com | LICHT, John Albert Jr (I86032)
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| 8193 | John A. Miller, of Wilson, NY, passed away on January 4, 2020 at Buffalo VA Hospital. Born in Wilson, NY, on December 16, 1932, he was the son of the late Herbert A. and Mabel (Zastrow) Miller. John married Clarinda Miller of Sanborn, NY, on September 15, 1962. She predeceased him on August 1, 1992. John served in the US Army and was stationed in Japan from 1953 to 1955. He then worked at Continental Can Co., in North Tonawanda, and was a school bus driver for Niagara Wheatfield CSD. John was a lifelong farmer in Wilson and Cambria. In addition, he owned and operated Miller Farm Produce Containers. John and his family went to North Tonawanda Farmers Market with vegetables and his wife's homemade pies for many years. He was active in Niagara County Farm Bureau, 4-H, and Pekin Grange. He was also an exempt member of South Wilson Volunteer Fire Company. In his younger years, John was an avid bowler who belonged to two leagues. He loved watching sports, everything from high school basketball, any type of baseball, and especially Sabres hockey. John enjoyed reading newspapers and biographies, and doing puzzles. Following his retirement, he volunteered delivering Niagara County Home Delivered Meals. John is survived by his sister, Marjorie (David) White of Wilson, NY; four children, Gary Miller, Beth (late Eliot) Ulrich, Colleen (Chris) Liberto and Valerie (Greg) Nix; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and many dear in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends and family may call Wednesday, January 8th from 2:00-4:00 PM and 6:00-8:00 PM at Hamilton and Clark Funeral Home, 270 Young Street, Wilson, NY. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, January 9th at Hamilton and Clark Funeral Home with Reverand John Loeser. Burial services will follow at North Ridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to South Wilson Volunteer Fire Company, 4194 Chestnut Road, Wilson, NY 14172. | MILLER, John A (I102583)
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| 8194 | JOHN A. MUELLER DIES AT AGE OF 82 YEARS NORTH TONAWANDA - John A. Mueller. 82 died Saturday at his home, 9643 Pine avenue. Born in the town of Niagara, he had resided there all his life. He leaves his .wife, Anna, nee Hoffmeister; three sons, John N. Mueller, of the town of Wheatfield; William Mueller, of Niagara Falls, and Benjamin Mueller, of St. Johnsburg; four daughters, Mrs. John Heuer. Mrs. Hugo Milleville and Mrs. Herbert Stoelting, of the town of Wheatfield, and Mrs. Gustave Pfohl, of the town of Lewiston: 21 grandchildren; two grandsons in the army and one in the navy; a brother, Philip Mueller, of Niagara Palls, and six sisters, Mrs. Albertine Collins, of Niagara Falls. Mrs. Augusta Williams, of the town of Niagara, Mrs. Gustave Haseley, of Niagara Falls, Mrs. Edward Goerss. of the town of Niagara, Mrs. Anna Walck and Mrs. David Heuer, of the town of Wheatfield. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the residence and at 2:30 o'clock at the St. James church in Bergholz, N.Y. The Rev. Otto Bruss will officiate. Burial will be In St James Cemetery | MUELLER, Johannes August Heinrich (I53355)
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| 8195 | John A. Pokrzyk January 28, 1927 ~ February 4, 2023 96 Years Old JOHN A. POKRZYK Of Sanborn, NY, passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2023, in Northgate Health Care Facility. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY, on January 28, 1927, a son of the late Anthony and Stella [Odrzykwolski] Pokrzyk. Mr. Pokrzyk graduated from Niagara Falls High School and the University of Buffalo. He served as a Private First Class with the US Army during World War II having fought in the Philippines and then as part of the occupation force in Japan. Mr. Pokrzyk was a chemist who started his career with Alox Chemical and then with Union Carbide for many years before retiring in 1986. After retiring, he was a substitute teacher at various area schools. He worked at Value Home Center in Niagara Falls. He also worked for the New York State Parks for several years on Goat Island where he was able to humorously chat with Nik Wallenda as he prepared for his tightrope walk over the falls. He was an active member of the Sanborn Fire Company, serving as President and other offices in the company including several of the truck committees. He was a volunteer with Tri Community Ambulance Service. Mr. Pokrzyk was a member of the Sanborn American Legion Post 969 and the Sanborn Area Historical Association. He played halfback for the Niagara Falls Ravens Football team and he was an assistant coach for the Pendleton Cubs Football Team. He had a great sense of humor. He was admired and loved by all who knew him. He was the husband of the late Ruth A. [Kenney] Pokrzyk, who passed away on April 14, 2022, they were married on May 20, 1950 and their union lasted 72 years. Mr. Pokrzyk is survived by his children John “Jay” (Ann), Gary (Roberta) Pokrzyk and Susan (Gregg) Wendt, six grandchildren Christopher (Taysha) Wendt, Danielle (Nicholas) Bateman, Elizabeth Whitney, Jonathan Lew, Nicolas and Brandon Pokrzyk, four great grandchildren Leena, Callan, Nora and Olive, also many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Stella Cecula and Julia Madej. His family will be present on Friday from 9-10 AM at Immaculate Conception Church, 4671 Townline Road, Ransomville, NY, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM, with the Rev. James R. Bastian officiating, followed by military honors. | POKRZYK, John A (I215962)
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| 8196 | John A. Porreca, 94, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on November 21, 2020 at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Domenick and Filomena (Berarducci) Porreca. John attended local schools, graduating from Trott Vocational and attending the University of Buffalo, studying literature. On September 14, 1946, he married Estelle B. (Brusino) Porreca at St. Joseph’s Church. Mrs. Porreca predeceased him on September 20, 2013. John was employed for 31 years as a Laboratory Supervisor at E.I. Dupont in Niagara Falls until his retirement in 1977. Mr. and Mrs. Porreca operated the Midway Motel in Niagara Falls, NY during the 1960’s. In addition, they were two of the principal founding members of Heart, Love, and Soul Ministries and members of the former Sacred Heart Prayer Group, as well as the Charismatic movement and Mission Team at St. Teresa’s Church. John was very handy, and enjoyed gardening. John is survived by three children, Domenick (Kim) Porreca, Patricia (Paul) Birmingham and Frank (Michele) Porreca; eleven grandchildren, Alicia (Dan) Wiley, Stephanie Lizotte, Jodi (Dan) Meissner, Adam (Susan) Porreca, Melissa (Michael) McCarriagher, Frank (Danielle) Birmingham, John (late Kay) Birmingham, Christine (Louis) Giarrizzo, Kaitlyn (Jon) Burow, Alison (Steve) Aitchison, and Charles Porreca; twenty great-grandchildren, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.In addition to his wife of 67 years, John was predeceased by a son, Joseph (Karen) Porreca and infant daughter, Kathleen Porreca, and his siblings, Giovina (late Salvatore) Martini, Anna Biondi, and William R. (Josephine) Porreca. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 30th from 5 – 8 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY RD. NIAGARA FALLS, NY 14304. John’s Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 1 at 10 AM at St. Vincent de Paul Parish at Prince of Peace Church, 1055 N. Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY 14304. EVERYONE PLEASE ASSEMBLE AT CHURCH. Entombment in St. Joseph Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | PORRECA, John A (I207062)
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| 8197 | John A. Quarcini, 50 of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on March 5, 2016. Born in Niagara Falls, NY he was the son of late Joseph Quarcini and Phyllis (Young) Quarcini-Bechtel and step-son of the late Donald Bechtel. He was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls and attended local schools. John is survived by his two children, Nico V. Quarcini of Kenmore and Nina M. Quarcini of Niagara Falls, a grandson Jayce Story, brothers, Anthony Quarcini, Vincent Quarcini, Enrico Quarcini and sister, Dawn Scott. Visitation will be on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. at the M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY. Interment in Oakwood Cemetery, at the convenience of the family. | QUARCINI, John A (I133188)
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| 8198 | John A. Rodger of Cambria husband of Linda Haseley Rodger entered into rest Monday, March 4, 2019 at home under the care of his family and Niagara Hospice. He was born in Denver, CO December 8, 1944, the son of the Norma Rodger of Uniontown, OH and the late David Rodger. John was a heavy equipment operator and work for RP Myers Construction. He has lived in Cambria for the past 39 years. He enjoyed golfing, playing cards, hunting and a football fan of the Buffalo Bills and The Ohio State Buckeye's. Father of Jeffrey Rodger of Cambria and Juliana Rodger of Hampton, VA. Grandfather of Gerianne, Paige and Bailey Rodger. Brother of Chris (Debbie) Rodger of Washington, DC, Ken (Susan) Rodger of California, Maryann (Pat) Kane of Uniontown, OH and the late David Rodger. No prior visitation. A Celebration of life will be held at a later date. John's wishes were to be cremated and when his beloved Linda passes their ashes to be scattered on the Haseley Dairy Farm. In lieu of flowers; memorials to Niagara Hospice 4675 Sunset Dr. Lockport, NY 14094 would be appreciated by the family. | RODGER, John A (I51222)
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| 8199 | John A. Zombotti, 61 of North Tonawanda, NY passed away on October 12, 2024 after a lengthy illness. His sister Joanne predeceased him in January of 2024. His parents David Sr. and Mary Zombotti are also deceased. He is survived by sister Karen (Alan) Baird and his brother David (Kathleen DelZoppo) along with his nephew Jake (Nicole) Zombotti and niece Jenna ( Justin Pitts) Zombotti and great nieces Luna, Nora and Zoe. John was an exempt member of 33 years of Rescue Fire Company #5 in North Tonawanda . He was also a member of the Fraternal Order of the Bobcats. There will be a Celebration of his life along with his sister Joanne on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 2 PM at Rescue Fire Hall, 1241 Strad Ave., North Tonawanda. Please send your attendance response to either Karen or David. Flowers gratefully declined, memorial donations can be made to Rescue Fire Company #5. | ZOMBOTTI, John A (I216626)
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| 8200 | John A. “Skip” Puisys, Jr., 77, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2019, at Buffalo General Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late John, Sr. and Angela (Pikelis) Puisys. John married his beloved wife, Carol (Bates) Puisys on June 20, 1964 at St. George’s Church. Mr. Puisys was employed as a Truck Driver at Armand Cerrone, Inc. for many years until his retirement. He enjoyed doing mechanical work, as well as spending time with his loving family and friends. In addition to his wife of 55 years, he is survived by his children, Timothy Puisys, Robin Puisys and Michelle Puisys; his grandchild, Casey Puisys; sister, Marie (Ralph) Pizur; nieces, Kathy Free, Patricia Free, Julianne Free, Heather Pierce, Angela Pizur and Melissa (Frank) Cacciatore. He was predeceased by one sister, Anne (late Joseph) Free. Visitation will be on Sunday from 1 -3 & 5 – 7 P.M. at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will begin on Monday at 9:30 A.M., followed by Skip’s Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 A.M. in St. Vincent De Paul Parish at St. Leo’s Church, 2748 Military Road, Niagara Falls. Interment will follow in Holy Trinity Cemetery. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | PUISYS, John A (I143307)
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