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| 8651 | June 9, 2013 Emma C. Sy Lockport Union-Sun & Journal LOCKPORT — Emma C. Sy, of Wolcottsville, NY, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2013, at Niagara Hospice House. Mrs. Sy was born in Casabordino, Italy on November 15, 1926, daughter of the late Michael and Theresa (Leona) D'Agostino. She moved to Lockport and following her marriage to Walter Sy on November 27, 1948, she had resided in Wolcottsville. She was employed at Fisher Price for several years prior to retirement. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Wolcottsville and she enjoyed her family. Mrs. Sy was predeceased by her husband, Walter Sy in 2008; a sister, Phil LaRocco; a brother-in-law, Ray Gugliuzza; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law. Raymond and Elma Sy. She is survived by one son and one daughter, Linda A. Sy of Akron and Donald Sy of Lockport; her siblings, Samuel (Rachel) D'Agostino, Dolly Gugliuzza and JoJo Cuter, all of Lockport; and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call Tuesday from 2 to 4 PM and 7 to 9 PM at the Bates, Wallace & Heath Funeral Home, 38 State St., Middleport. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11:00 AM, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Wolcottsville, with the Rev. Joshua McGuffie officiating. Burial will be in Cold Springs Cemetery. Memorials to Niagara Hospice House, 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094, would be appreciated by the Sy family. Visit www.bateswallace.com to sign guest register. | D'AGOSTINO, Emma C (I143052)
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| 8652 | June 9, 2013 Rose Ventry Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS — Rose Ventry, 89, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on June 9, 2013, at Schoellkopf Health Care Facility in Niagara Falls, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Frances (Sorino) Musolino. Rose attended local schools in Niagara Falls, NY. She married Albert P. Ventry on February 26, 1944, in San Antonio, TX; Mr. Ventry predeceased her on July 26, 2004. She was employed as a Key Punch Operator at the former Bell Aerospace in Niagara Falls, NY, until her retirement after 25 years of service. Following her retirement, she worked as a clerk at Mikasa in the Factory Outlet Mall in Niagara Falls, NY. She loved to spend her winters in Deerfield Beach, FL with her late husband, Albert. Rose will be remembered as an excellent cook and baker. Her greatest pleasure in life was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Rose is survived by her two children, Marlene F. Ventry and Albert J. Ventry, both of Niagara Falls, NY; her grandchildren, James A. (Dina) Priester and Denise M. (John) Salada; her great-grandchildren, Anthony "AJ", Alison and Sammy Priester, Justin and Mia Salada, and Johnny, Josh and Amber Salada; her three siblings, Anthony (Corrine) Musolino of Mission Viejo, CA, Eleanor "Curly" (late Matthew) Albera of Pittsburgh, PA, and Richard (Pauline) Musolino of Sanborn, NY; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. Rose was predeceased by one brother, Sam (Loretta, Niagara Falls, NY) Musolino and one sister, Janet (late Peter) Talarico. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 12th from 3-8 PM at the M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY 14304. Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, June 13th, at 10:00 AM in Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph Parish at St. Joseph Church, 1413 Pine Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY. EVERYONE PLEASE ASSEMBLE AT CHURCH. Interment will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of WNY, 2805 Wehrle Drive, Ste. 6, Williamsville, NY 14221; or Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094. Visit www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com. | MUSOLINO, Rose (I143040)
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| 8653 | June 9, 2014 Douglas L. Oliver Niagara Gazette TONAWANDA - Douglas L. Oliver, age 57, of Tonawanda, died Sunday, June 8, 2014, after a brief illness. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late William and Helen (nee Nowak) Oliver and had been a lifelong resident of Tonawanda. A member of St. John Lutheran Church in North Tonawanda, he was employed at Washington Mills in Niagara Falls before retiring due to illness. He is survived by his daughter, Madison Oliver; three brothers, James (Cheryl) Oliver, William (Lynn) Oliver and Robert (Anna) Oliver; two sisters, Jean Marie (Lance) Fadden and Charla L. Bodie; and three step-children, Jessica (Cory) Theal, Michael Hartman and Josh Hartman. Also surviving are many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Friends may call today (Wednesday), from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the HAMP FUNERAL HOME, Inc., 37 Adam Street at Seymour, Tonawanda. Funeral services will be held at 10 AM Thursday at St. John Lutheran Church, 6950 Ward Road at Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield. Friends invited. If desired, memorials to Hospice Buffalo are preferred by the family. Complete obituary, condolences and directions at www.hampfuneral.com. | OLIVER, Douglas L (I161424)
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| 8654 | June 9, 2014 Robert E. Kehoe, Sr. Niagara Gazette NIAGARA FALLS - Robert E. Kehoe, Sr., age 74, of Niagara Falls, entered into eternal rest on June 1, 2014, after a brief illness. He is survived by his three children, Cathy (Greg), Robert and Judy, and also his grand- children, Heather, Hailey, Robert, Alexandria and Randy. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family at a later date. If desired, memorials can be made to the Community Missions of the Niagara Frontier, Inc., or the Anatomy Department Development Fund - University at Buffalo Foundation - Account #9333-086126. Visit www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries for online guest register. | KEHOE, Robert E (I84848)
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| 8655 | JUNE D. (JULIAN) BUFFONE BIG-BAND SINGER, RECEPTIONIST AUG. 20, 1931 - NOV. 11, 2004 June D. Buffone, a onetime local big-band singer and retired medical receptionist, died Thursday in Inter-Community Memorial Hospital, Newfane, after a long illness. She was 73. Mrs. Buffone was born June Julian in Niagara Falls and attended local schools. As a young woman, she sang with local bands. Her family said she always enjoyed singing and also liked classic musicals and other old movies. Mrs. Buffone worked for more than 25 years at a Pine Avenue office shared by three physicians. The practice later became Summit Pediatrics. She enjoyed bowling, watching baseball, and playing cards. Mrs. Buffone was a longtime member of St. Charles Catholic Church, after having grown up as a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband of 54 years, Frank J.; four sons, Michael of Sterling, Va.; Douglas of North Tonawanda and Patrick and Philip, both of Niagara Falls; two daughters, Nancy Pitarresi and Karen, both of Niagara Falls; a brother, Paul Julian of Sanborn; and eight grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 9:30 a.m. Monday in St. Charles Catholic Church, 56th Street and Lindbergh Avenue, following prayers at 9 a.m. in Lane Funeral Home, 8622 Buffalo Ave. Burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Lewiston. | JULIAN, June D (I185617)
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| 8656 | June D. Marshanke passed away November 29, 2023 in Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, Amherst. Born July 13, 1943 in Syracuse, NY she was the daughter of Raymond and Theola (Kopp) Kiebert. June was predeceased by her husband Philip Marshanke on September 19, 2004. She is survived by her two daughters Delores (Jim Behm) Bundrock and Deborah (Kevin) Wheat; step-daughter Cindy (Steven) Gedeon; grandchildren Billy (Melissa) Bundrock, Jr., Tammy Bundrock, Melanie (Richard) Tomaino, Jr., and Christine Wheat; step-grandchildren Tabitha Brutz, Penny Brutz, Nash Gedeon, and Terra Gedeon; great grandchildren Kira Wheat, Aaliyah Wheat, Tristen Garcia, Kasey Wheat, Caden Garcia, William Bundrock, III, Hunter Bundrock, Mason DeVoe, Brayden Wheat, Braxton White, Jaxson Wheat, and Karsyn Wheat; step-great grandchildren Ella, Grayson, Jaxson, Raina, and Vayda; great-great grandson Kole Anthony; sisters Ernestine (late Jerry) Carroll, Katherine (Late Harvey) Manning, and Donna (Charlie) Edwards; also her beloved dog Baby Boy Jack and several nieces and nephews. Besides her husband June is also predeceased by her son-in-law William Bundrock, Sr.; brother Ernest Kiebert; angel grandbabies Jamison and Nevaeh Wheat; and beloved dog Angel. Services were held at the convenience of the family. | KIEBERT, June D (I202799)
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| 8657 | June E. Kroening, of the Town of Cambria, NY, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2020, in the Schoellkopf Health Center, Niagara Falls, NY. She was born in the Town of Cambria on January 1, 1933, the daughter of the late Otto and Rose (Risch) Scherer. Mrs. Kroening graduated from Wilson Central high School in 1951. She was an examiner with the Niagara County Department of Social Services, for many years. Mrs. Kroening was a active member of St. Peter's Lutheran at North Ridge and enjoyed playing cards with the Town of Cambria Card Club. She was the wife of the late John F. Kroening, who passed away in 1997. Mrs. Kroening is survived by her children, Bryan and Michael (Corinne) Kroening, Laurie Page and Sheila (Douglas) Feind; four grandchildren, Laura, Jarod, Jessica and Krista; a sister, Ida May Neary; also many nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Roy, Robert and Glenn Scherer and Virginia Abt. Her family will be present on Tuesday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 5893 Hoover Road, Sanborn, NY. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 AM at St. Peter Ev. Lutheran Church North Ridge, 4169 Church Road, Lockport, NY. Interment in Huskey Cemetery, Town of Royalton, NY. Memorials may be made in her name to St. Peter's Church or to the Lutheran World Relief. Visit rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register. | SCHERER, June Elisabeth (I49633)
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| 8658 | June E. Wolf (Schmidt), age 88, of Wheatfield, was called to her heavenly home to be with our Lord and Savior, on Saturday, March 28, 2009. Born in the Town of Wheatfield, Niagara County, NY on May 27, 1920 to the late Otto and Ella (Stenzel) Schmidt. A life-long resident of the town, she was a life long member of St. John Ev. Lutheran Church in Wheatfield. June was employed as a bus driver for many years, in the Niagara Wheatfield School District. She was a member of the Bergholz Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary and enjoyed cooking, baking and spending time with her family.Survivors include two children, Ronald (Carlene) Wolf and Beverly (Varoujan) Sakalian, both of Wheatfield; eight grandchildren, several great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. June was predeceased by her husband, Clarence W. Wolf on April 23, 1998. They were united in marriage December 10, 1938; a son, Gerald Wolf on October 11, 2008; three brothers, Lloyd, Marvin and Burton Schmidt; and two sisters, Lucille Martin and Delores Boddy.Friends may call at the DUBOIS FUNERAL HOME, 2436 Niagara Road, (Bergholz) in Wheatfield on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Ronald Oravec on Tuesday at 11:00 AM in St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, corner Niagara Falls Blvd. and Ward Road. Interment in St. John Lutheran Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the church. Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for on-line guest register. Published in the Greater Niagara Newspapers on 3/28/2009 | SCHMIDT, June E (I56620)
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| 8659 | June L. (Townsend Armagost) Pressley, 93, passed February 11, 2017 at Northgate Health Care Facility under the care of Hospice after a lengthy illness. She was born in the Town of Cambria in the family home on Lower Mountain Rd. on September 22, 1923, the daughter of the late Clarence and Martha (Williams) Townsend.She was predeceased by her husband, Elmer D. Pressley and her former husband Earl H. Armagost.She was also predeceased by her stepmother, Frances Miller Townsend. June attended Trott Vocational High School. She and her husband Elmer, owned and operated the Willow Motel on Niagara Falls Blvd, North Tonawanda for 22 years.She was a former member of the Town of Wheatfield Senior Citizens and the Town of Niagara Senior Citizens.She attended DeGraff Adult Day Care Center, North Tonawanda, where she enjoyed the staff, fellowship and activities.She was an avid bowler and reader and loved to travel and spend time with her family. The family would like to thank both the Hospice and Northgate staffs for their love, care and compassion for “Junebug” as she was affectionately nicknamed.It was a tremendous comfort during a difficult time. June is survived by her daughters Betty Armagost (Allen Sharp)(late Thomas) Shields of Dublin, GA; Nancy Armagost (late Robert) Adams of Niagara Falls; two stepdaughters, Doreen (Barry) Melton of Lewiston, NY & Elaine (Ross) Beecher of Bradenton, FL., one stepson Eric (Marie) Pressley, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, one brother Robert (Connie) Townsend of Phoenix, AZ, a cousin Margueritte (Peggy) Townsend Decker of Pennsylvania. Her blended family includes 13 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren a great-great granddaughter and many nieces and nephews. June was predeceased by her brothers Russell (late Katherine) Townsend, Glenn (late Grace) Townsend, Clarence (late Mamie) Townsend, Gerald (late Sarah) Townsend, Gorden (late Virginia) Townsend; four sisters; Frances (late Elmer) Honsberger, Mary (late Lawson) Kateley, Ruth (late Raymond) Schul and Joan Townsend; a stepbrother Earl (Jean) Miller and two stepsisters; Marilyn (late Frank) Richel and Audrey Goodenough. The family will be present SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25th, 2017 from 1-3 at the LANE FUNERAL HOME, Inc., 8622 Buffalo Ave. followed immediately with services at 3:00 P.M. Interment will be held in North Ridge Cemetery, Town of Cambria at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr. Lockport, NY 14094 | TOWNSEND, June L (I38950)
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| 8660 | June L. Ferchen (DeVantier), age 84, of Wheatfield, was called to her heavenly home on February 7, 2010, surrounded by her loving family, in Mount St. Mary's Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on November 22, 1925 to the late Bernard and Louise (Klute) DeVantier. June attended St. James Lutheran School and graduated from LaSalle High School. She was employed with the Niagara County Water District for 20 years and at Jenss Department Store. June was a lifelong member of St. James Ev. Lutheran Church in Bergholz and was active in the Women Of The Church. She was a charter member of the American Legion, Wheatfield Post 1451 Auxiliary, and an active member of the Town of Wheatfield Republican Club for many years.Beloved wife of the late Fremont C. Ferchen, who was called to his heavenly home on January 25, 2009. They were married 62 years. Survivors include two daughters, Colleen (Richard) Forsey and Deborah (Michael) Ciccone, both of Rochester; grandchildren, Jennifer Forsey and Christine Parry, both of Rochester and Stephanie (Jacob) Martin of Pownal, ME; brother, Ralph (Joan) DeVantier of Youngstown and a sister, Elaine DeVantier of Temecula, CA. She was predeceased by a brother, Glen DeVantier.Friends may call at the DUBOIS FUNERAL HOME, 2436 Niagara Road (Bergholz), in Wheatfield, on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Jeff Milsten on Thursday (Feb. 11th) at 11:00 AM in St. James Ev. Lutheran Church, corner Niagara Road and Rohr Street, in Bergholz. Interment in St. James Lutheran Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the church or the American Cancer Society.Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for online guest register. Published in the Greater Niagara Newspapers on 2/8/2010 | DEVANTIER, June Louise (I47554)
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| 8661 | June M. (Bongiovanni) Venuto, 93 of Lewiston, NY passed away on September 16, 2016 at Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence. Born in Niagara Falls, NY she was the daughter of the late Francesco and Rosalia (Panepinto) Bongiovanni. June was a lifelong resident of the area. She attended local schools and graduated from Trott Vocational High School. June served in the United States Marine Corp. as an aircraft mechanic from 1943 until her honorable discharge as a Corporal in 1945. On July 24, 1947, she married Nicholas J. Venuto at St. Joseph’s Church. Mr. Venuto predeceased her on May 25, 1992. June worked at the former International Paper Mill and later, Globar Division of the Carborundum Company. She enjoyed attending her children’s sporting events and was a member of the Mother’s Club of Our Lady of the Rosary School and Bishop Duffy High School. June participated in local bowling leagues and enjoyed playing bingo with her sisters, shopping, going to the casino and John Duke Senior Center. She was an outstanding cook and fabulous baker. June loved spending time with her family and especially adored her grandchildren. Mrs. Venuto is survived by her three children, Richard N. (Susan) Venuto, Daniel T. (Mary) Venuto and Linda M. Venuto, six grandchildren, Jennifer and Nancy Venuto, Christina (Darryl) Schoonmaker, Julianne Baio, Nicole (Khalid) Abusalah and Joseph (Marcos) Baio, seven great-grandchildren, Ava, Jack, Lily, David, Giovanni, Luciano and Nicholina, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was also predeceased by nine siblings, Margaret (late John) Deuro, Carmen (late Jean) (late Rose) Bongiovanni, Moses Bongiovanni, Lena LaBarber, Philip (Agnes) Bongiovanni, Angeline Bongiovanni, Joseph (late Evelyn) Bongiovanni, Mary (late James) Murphy, Benjamin (late Edith) (late Angie) Bongiovanni, and two nieces, Rosalie (late Joseph) Buffone and Carrie (late Roman) Szalach. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 3-6 pm at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY where funeral services will begin on Monday at 9:15 am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am at Holy Family Parish at St. Joseph’s Church 1413 Pine Ave. Niagara Falls. Interment with Military Honors in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital PO Box 1000 Dept. 142 Memphis, TN 38101. | BONGIOVANNI, June M (I156506)
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| 8662 | June M. (nee Harms) Nemeth of North Tonawanda, entered into eternal life Monday, October 3, 2016. A lifelong resident of North Tonawanda, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Helena (Browning) Harms. She was a retired employee of Glarban, Grand Island, NY. June was a member of the former Ascension R.C. Church, a member of St. Jude the Apostle Parish Rosary Guild, Madonna Council Ladies Auxiliary, DeGraff Ladies Auxiliary and was a volunteer at Hospice Niagara. She enjoyed gardening, dancing, was an avid reader and enjoyed spending time with her family. Wife of the late Frank A. Nemeth; loving mother of Cheryl (David) Davignon and Sharon (Gary) Chriss; proud grandmother of Brett (Darcy) Davignon, Cristin (Corey) Brachmann, Matthew (Jayne) Davignon, Brian (Melissa) Chriss and Timothy (Rebekah) Chriss; and great-grandchildren, Brendan, Chace, Collin, Gianna, Michael, Jack, Briana and Ashlee; sister of the late James Harms; dear aunt of Diane Harms Panozzo and James (Marleen) Nemeth. The family will be present to greet relatives and friends THURSDAY, October 6th from 3-7 PM at the Saber Funeral Home, 549 Oliver St., North Tonawanda (692-0271). Family and friends are asked to gather at St. Jude the Apostle Parish (800 Niagara Falls Blvd.) for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated on Friday at 10:00 AM. Entombment Holy Family Chapel Mausoleum, Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Flowers graciously declined. Memorial gifts may be made in June's honor to St. Jude the Apostle Parish or Madonna Council Ladies Auxiliary. | HARMS, June M (I177224)
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| 8663 | June Ruth Roadifer Roudebush Dahlenburg Services for June Ruth Roadifer Dahlenburg, 78, of Logansport, formerly of Winamac were held at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Homes, Royal Center Chapel Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at 2:00 p.m.. She died Friday February 23, 2007 at her residence. Born April 15, 1928 in Rensselaer, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Orrie Henry and Maude Edna (Hudson) Roadifer. On January 29, 1970 she married Douglas P. Dahlenburg, he survives. June was a 1947 Graduate of Logansport High School and she also attended Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana. She was a member of the Winamac Eastern Star and the Mother's Club, Winamac, Indiana. June loved her family and her pets and she also enjoyed Genealogy and Gardening. Surviving are Husband Douglas P. Dahlenburg of Logansport, Indiana 4 Sons, Lon Roudebush (Judy) of Royal Center, IN, Rock Roudebush of Star City, IN, David Dahlenburg (Amy) of Fountaintown, IN, Mark Dahlenburg (Trish) of Lafayette, IN, 5 Daughters, Bryn Zellers of Winamac, IN, Troy Hegge (Robin) of Sundance, WY, Linda Branson (Walt) of Ft. Wayne, IN, Heidi Jones (Brian) of Melbourne, FL, Mary Kay Towne (Don) of Rochester, IN, Daughter-in-Law, Janeal Tripp (Terry) of Delphi, IN., Grandchildren, Mindy Schlotman (Jason), Tabitha, Brock, Brant and Chad Roudebush, Matt Zellers (Nicole), Kerry VanCoutren (Bryan), Ryan Jones, Taneal Myers (Jason), Ann, Kyle, Hannah, Micah, and Christina June Towne, Lisa and Daniel Branson, Clint, Dwayne, Diane, and Brad Dahlenburg and Susan Hamelman (Chris), Great Grandchildren, Khloe, Karsyn, and Andrew, and Mason Dahlenburg, Keenan, Shailyn and Brenna Day, MacKenzie and Ashton VanCoutren. She was preceded in death by 1 son Tad Roudebush. Chaplain Ken Byland officated at the services. Burial was at McKinley Memorial Gardens, Winamac, IN 46996. Visitation was 1 hour prior to the services at Harrison-Metzger Funeral Homes, Royal Center, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fulton County Hope Hospice, PO Box 621, Rochester, Indiana 46975. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.harrisonmetzger.com. | DAHLENBURG, Douglas Paul (I202)
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| 8664 | Justin Dietz, 34, of Gates, NY, and formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Sunday, March 17, 2019. Born in Niagara Falls, he is the son of Sherri (Joe) (nee Janese) Milone and Richard (Patricia) Dietz. Justin was raised in Niagara Falls where he attended local schools. He later moved to Rochester and was currently employed as a machine operator at Ortho Clinical Diagnostics. He was an avid Buffalo Bills fan and enjoyed camping with fiancé, Susan. He also enjoyed playing video games with his nephew, Anthony, and spending time with his cats. In addition to his parents, Justin is survived by his beloved fiancé Susan Lovell; two siblings, Christopher Smeal and Rachel Dietz; three nephews, Anthony, Ayden and Christopher Smeal; two nieces, Erica Molina and Sierra Gomez, as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins and numerous friends. Visitation will be on Sunday, March 24th from 2 – 4 P.M. at the M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, where funeral services will follow at 4 P.M. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | DIETZ, Justin (I198475)
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| 8665 | KACZMAREK, TAMMY LYNN (nee Frasier) Age 53 of the City of Tonawanda, February 21, 2024, under the care of Hospice. Wife of 20 years to Paul J. Kaczmarek, mother of Kandace (Andrew) Blendowski, step-mother of Samantha (Chad) Uplinger and Jennifer (Josh) Griffin, grandmother of Elizabella, Chase, Ethan, Jacob, Savannah, Sedona, Joshua Jr., Jeremy and the late Baby J., daughter of Richard (Kathleen) Frasier and the late Beverly (nee Ziehm) Frasier and sister of Richard (Cindy) Frasier, Jr., Cindy (late Keith) Merkling and Jeffrey Frasier, Sr. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Tammy was a life long resident of the City of Tonawanda and a 1988 graduate of Tonawanda High School. The family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday March 2, 2024 from 3-7 PM at JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 25 William St. (between Morgan and Broad Sts) in the City of Tonawanda, where a Prayer Service will be conducted at 7:00 PM Saturday evening following the visitation. Everyone welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in memory of Tammy may be made to Hospice Buffalo. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.ROTHFUNERAL.com. | FRASIER, Tammy Lynn (I148312)
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| 8666 | KAESTNER, WILLIAM A. On Saturday, January 5, 1985 of Kensington, MD.,beloved husband of Ruth M. Kaestnger; father of Cheryl Bozorgrnanesh of Los Galos, Calif., Margg Kaestner of Germantown, Md.; brother of Frank Kaestner of Whitingboro, N.J. and Dorothy Langford of Red Bank, N.J. Friends will be received at PUMPHREY'S BETHESDA-CHEVY CHASE FUNERAL HOME, 7557 Wisconsin ave., Bethesda, Md., on Tuesday, from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. where service will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 9, at 1 p.m. Interment private. Memorial contributions may be sent to the America Heart Association, 7300 Whittier Blvd. Bethesda, Md., 20817. | KAESTNER, William Joseph (I182211)
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| 8667 | Kansas City Star on 1/7/2004. James W. Kunz died December 28, 2003, at the age of 68, in Dallas, TX, following complications from brain surgery. Born on May 27, 1935, to the late William H. and Edna F. Kunz of Independence, MO, Jim was a resident of Independence, MO, for over 60 years. He also resided in Kansas City and Belton, MO, until moving to Dallas in August 2003. Jim attended Bristol Elementary School in Independence and graduated from East High School in Kansas City in 1953. He joined the U.S. Army in 1953 and proudly served in the Military Police at Fort Gordon (Georgia) until his discharge in 1955. He attended Carson Newman College (Tennessee) and later transferred and graduated in 1961 from Central Missouri State University (Warrensburg), where he was awarded a B.A. in Biology, with minors in Psychology and Physical Education. He attended the University of MissouriKansas City and was awarded an M.A. in Higher Education with a minor in Student Personnel and Guidance in 1975. He later took additional graduate courses at the University of MissouriKansas City, in pursuit of a Ph.D. in Career Advancement. His professional career was dedicated to education, having served as an Admissions Counselor at Jamestown College (North Dakota), Associate Director of Admissions at Tarkio College (Missouri), Research Director for Schaffer Enterprises, Executive Director for the National Research Center for College and University Admissions, and most recently as the President of American Centre for Career Education Support Services. The latter organization specialized in the research, design, and implementation of educational, occupational, financial, and success strategies. A memorial service to celebrate Jim's life is being planned by the family, to be held in Kansas City, MO. His remains have been donated to help advance medical sciences. Donations in Jim's memory may be made to the James W. Kunz Entrepreneur Scholarship Fund to help support students who are pursuing academic interests in entrepreneurship. Memorial contributions should be sent to Kunz Scholarship Fund, c/o Deborrah Kunz Baxter, P.O. Box 700791, Dallas, TX 75370-0791 | KUNZE, James (I48042)
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| 8668 | KARCHER - Marilyn F. (nee Lubs) Age 83, a longtime resident of the City of Tonawanda, July 1, 2016, loving wife of 58 years of Norman W. Karcher, Sr.; beloved mother of Deborah (David) Evans, Norman (Nancy) Karcher, Jr., Norma (James) Dabney, Roger (Michelle) Karcher, Brenda (Glen) Busch and Richard (Rebecca) Karcher; also survived by, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and predeceased by one grandchild. The family will receive relatives and friends Wednesday, July 6 from 4-8 PM at JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME, INC. 25 William St. (between Morgan and Broad Sts.) in Tonawanda | LUBS, Marilyn F (I167719)
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| 8669 | KARCHER, NORMAN W. SR., age 95 of Knowlesville, NY and formerly of the City of Tonawanda, January 29, 2021. Husband of the late Marilyn F. (nee Lubs) Karcher who died in 2016, father of Deborah (David) Evans, Norman (Nancy) Karcher, Jr., Norma (James) Dabney, Roger Karcher, Brenda (Glen) Busch and Richard (Rebecca) Karcher. Also survived by many grand-children, great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and predeceased by one grandchild. Norman was a member of Abundant Harvest United Methodist Church and a former active member of Salem United Church of Christ. He was also a member of Renovation Masonic Lodge, Canalside Chap. 381 OES and a life member of Delaware Hose Volunteer Fire Co. Norman was also a Past Member of Sutherland Masonic Lodge and 32 Scottish Rite. A private burial will be held in Elmlawn Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at www.ROTH FUNERAL.com. | KARCHER, Norman W Sr (I167721)
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| 8670 | Karen D. Parmele passed away on October 31, 2016 in Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. Born in Lockport on March 3, 1947 she was the daughter of Harold and Marjorie (Andrews) Kagels. Karen was a librarian for 40 years working at the Erie County Public Library in Buffalo, retiring in 2008. She was a lifelong member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Lockport, enjoyed traveling and belonged to the Western New York Coaster Club. Karen is survived by her husband, Arthur Parmele; son, Andrew Drew Parmele; and also several couisns. Relatives and friends may call on Friday, Nov. 4th from 10-11 AM in Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport, where services will follow at 11 AM. Interment will be in Acacia Park Cemetery. Donations to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation would be appreciated. Visit pruddenandkandt.com. | KAGELS, Karen D (I189046)
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| 8671 | Karen Hall, 79, of Lockport, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 15, 2024. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Edwin and Aileen (Atkinson) Voorhees. Karen was a graduate of LaSalle Senior High School and attended Canisius University. She had a love for dogs, especially her own, and was an avid fan of the Seattle Seahawks. Above all, she cherished the time spent with her beloved family. Karen is survived by her children, Todd (Sherrie) Schroeder, Lori Gray, Sheri Schroeder, Tim (Janine) Schroeder; her grandchildren, Patrick (Cyelynn), Joshua, Lene’e, Roman, Mia and Matthew; six great-grandchildren, Chase, Logan, Caitlin, Kaden, Klohe, Riley, Freya and was sadly predeceased by two great-grandchildren, Anastasia and Jacob. In addition she was also predeceased by her loving companion Malford Brown. There will be no funeral services at this time. Memorial offerings in Karen’s name may be made to Niagara County SPCA at niagaraspca.org. Arrangements by M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | VOORHEES, Karen (I229069)
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| 8672 | Karen Jayne Fahs, (Ferree, nee Anderson) age 79, of Lockport, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, December 19, 2015. She is survived by Donald Pater, her loving companion and friend of nine years, son Jon S. (Teresa) Ferree, daughter Valerie E. (Carl) Hoover, daughter Alison L. (Victor) Nam, son Andrew R. (Lisa) Ferree, her brothers, Roger (Eleanor) and Dennis (Linne), seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and one on the way, and cousins, nieces and nephews. She was an active member of Abiding Savior Lutheran Church for many years and a member of the Red Hat Society. 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 P.M. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday at 11 A.M., the Rev. John Klatt will officiate, interment in St. Matthew Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu-of flowers, donations in Karen's memory are requested for Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094. Guest register available at frettholdfuneralhome.com | ANDERSON, Karen Jayne (I180856)
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| 8673 | Karen L. Hanson, of Youngstown, NY, passed suddenly on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at Sisters Of Charity Hospital of Buffalo. She was 54. Karen was born on June 20, 1970 in Niagara Falls, NY. Karen earned her Bachelors Degree in Engineering while attending Villa Maria College and D'Youville University. She was employed by Alkegen, in Tonawanada, New York as a(n) Master Development Technician. She enjoyed bike riding to anywhere the road went. Karen loved photography. She would take photo's of anything outdoors; sunsets, water, golfing, flowers and her lovable cats Sunny and Blizzard. She could not take enough photo's of her most cherished part of life, her son Jacob. Karen is survived by her loving and cherished son, Jacob D Hanson; dear mother Linda Tower; sister-in-law Jean (Daniel) Stopa; brother-in-laws Thomas (Lori) Hanson, Mark Labosky and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. She is predeceased by her husband James E Hanson, sister-in-law Trisha Labosky and brother-in-law Peter Hanson. The family will be present on Monday, September 16, 2024, from 10 AM – 12 PM at the HARDISON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 401 N. Fourth Street (N. Fourth & Ridge Streets), Lewiston, where Funeral Services will follow at 12 PM. Rev. Richard Csizmar officiating. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lewiston. If desired, memorials may be made to the SPCA Serving Niagara County.Please share condolences at www.HARDISONFUNERALHOMES.com. | TOWER, Karen (I197053)
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| 8674 | Karen Marie Bates (Malloy), age 77, of Newfane, entered into rest on Friday, November 9, 2018 at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport. Born June 5, 1941 in Lockport, Karen is the daughter of the late: Edward Malloy and the late: Pauline (Aikin) and Richard Daigler. Karen married Robert Bates March 3, 1962 at Ridgewood Immanuel Lutheran Church. They have been married for 56 years. She was an active member of the Ridgewood Immanuel Lutheran Church where she also was a member of it’s Ladies Aide group. Karen retired from General Motors in Lockport as their personnel coordinator in 1998. She also worked on the family farm. She loved baking, gardening and spending time with her family. Karen and Robert were snowbirds, spending their winters in Florida. They were long time season ticket holders for the Dayton 500, meeting racing greats like Richard Petty. Surviving Karen is her husband, Robert Bates and children: Linda Parr and Daniel (Barbara) Halo; sisters: Shirley (the late Charles) Salter and Dottie (Peter) Patterson; sister-in-laws: Donna (the late Ron) Medlin, Judy (the late Barney) Raysor and Debbie (Tom) Muscato; grandchildren: Jonathan Parr, Matthew (Melissa) Parr, Danielle (Patrick) Halo, Haley (Ben) Clark and Joseph Moberg; and great grandchildren: Harrison Joseph Till, Serafina Marie Parr and Eisley Clark. Several nieces, nephews and many dear friends also survive Karen. Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at 11:00 am from Ridgewood Immanuel Lutheran Church, 7147 Ridge Road, Ridgewood, NY 14094 with the Reverend Kenneth Craig officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to Niagara Hospice House, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094. | MALLOY, Karen Marie (I126841)
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| 8675 | Karen Marie Donner (Felton) age 73, Newfane, entered into rest on Saturday, May 28, 2016 at Eastern Niagara Hospital in Lockport. Born June 12, 1942 in Lockport, Karen is the daughter of Malcolm and Kathryn (Blum) Felton. Karen married James Donner March 12, 1965 in Lockport. She worked at Harrison Radiator in Lockport. Karen is an avid reader and enjoyed camping and being with friends. Surviving Karen are her children: Susan (Jerome) Chambers of Wilson and James Donner of Newstead; grandchildren: Jerome Chambers and Michael Donner. Sister of: James (Patty) Felton, Marcia (Roy) Bucolo, Sharon (Duane) Behm, Robert (Nancy) Felton and the late Sandy King. Also surviving Karen are several nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to attend visitation at the Kenneth H. Sherrie Funeral Home, 6139 East Avenue, Newfane on Tuesday, from 7-9- pm and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral Services will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 11:00 am. Interment will be in North Ridge Cemetery, Cambria, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to South Wilson Volunteer Fire Hall or Wilson Fire Volunteer Fire Company. Please sign the guest register at www.sherriefuneralhome.com and leave a condolence for the family. | FELTON, Karen (I88984)
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| 8676 | Karen Palumbo May 26, 2024 Share this obituary Send FlowersSign Guestbook| Send Sympathy Card Karen Palumbo, 81, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her beloved family while under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late William and Amelia ‘Millie’ (Kreamer) Gaertner; and the loving wife of the late Jerald V. Palumbo. Karen attended local schools and graduated from LaSalle Senior High School. She worked at the former Jenss Department Store, as well as Bier’s Department Store prior to her retirement from the Niagara Falls Public Library. Karen’s true dedication in life was being a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She cherished the time spent with her family and loved to help raise her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Aside from her Matriarch role in the family, she was also a dedicated caregiver who aided her aging parents and husband until their passing. Above all, her kind, caring and loving heart will forever be remembered. Mrs. Palumbo is survived by her children, James (Mary) Palumbo, Teresa Speck, Kathleen Rusaw and David Palumbo; her grandchildren, Jennifer Speck, Angela Speck, Kristen (Ed) Olszewski, Ricky (Mia) Rusaw, Tim Rusaw and Brian Rusaw; her great-grandchildren, Alexus Huston, Samantha Pembleton, Matthew Rougeux, Mackenzie Beagle, Emily Olszewski, Leah Olszewski, Jackson Kreps and Harper Crutchley; her sister, Janel (Bob) Paonessa and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will be on Thursday, May 30 from 4 – 7 PM at M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will begin on Friday, May 31 at 10:30 AM. Entombment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Memorial offerings may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive Lockport, NY 14094. | GAERTNER, Karen (I209145)
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| 8677 | Karen Rose (Baehr) Cummings, of Akron, NY, passed away Friday morning, November 1, 2029, following a two-year battle with metastatic breast cancer. She passed away at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born on June 8, 1951 in Medina, NY, daughter to the late Wilfred and Margaret (Ireland) Baehr. Karen's unwavering faith in God, her strong will to live and the love for her family carried her through life. She worked as a nurse's aide for many years but her job as mother, grandmother and great-grandmother fulfilled her life. She loved celebrating holidays and decorating for each one. She looked forward to family gatherings, playing board and card games and watching movies. She is the loving mother of Tammy (Joseph) Kowalik, and two sets of twins, Daniel Cummings and David Cummings ,and Bruce and Brandy Cummings (Chris Stinson); proud grandmother to nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Karen is also survived by brothers, Ron (Cathy) Baehr, Tom (Mary) Baehr, Dean ( Phyllis) Baehr; and sisters, Kathy (Jack) Bower, Jean Faskel and Terri Baehr; and life long friends, Marlene Rosenburg and Brenda Bower. A celebration of Karen's life will be held during a memorial service at One Church in Akron. Family and friends that wish to honor the memory of Karen may make donations on her behalf to University at Buffalo Anatomical Gift Foundation, Niagara County Hospice or One Church of Akron. | BAEHR, Karen Rose (I196010)
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| 8678 | Karen S. Mrowka passed away January 25, 2023 in Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Buffalo. Born September 23, 1963 in Newfane she was the daughter of Ward and Carol (Weaver) Benedict. Karen worked for Empower in Sanborn where she was a teachers aide. She enjoyed attending church, playing board and card games, baking, cleaning, going to the casino, taking walks, and especially loved spending time with her family. Karen is survived by her husband David Mrowka; children Heather Cousins, Robert Cousins, Clara Mrowka, Timothy Mrowka, Jeremiah Mrowka, Simone (Joseph) Fudella, and Megan (Geoff) Thomas; grandchildren Zachary, Alexander, Avaleigh, Cameron, Kendall, Natalia, and Hunter; siblings Carl Williams, Paul Williams Linda (David) Jones, Kevin (Jennifer) Benedict, Bob (Chrissy) Benedict, Laura (Randy) Higgins, Brian (Patty) Benedict, and the late Mark (Kimberly) Benedict, Sr.; in-laws Frank (Linda) Mrowka, Sissy (Earle) Ridgeway, Pat (Tom) Thurston, Su (Mark) Wolcott, Jim (MaryAnn) Mrowka, John (Amanda) Mrowka, Donna (late Mike) Little, Mary (Brian Falsioni) Mrowka, Anna (Joe) Summa, and the late Barbara Mrowka; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call Monday, January 30th from 4-7 PM in Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 31st at 10 AM in Warrens Corners United Methodist Church, 5293 Stone Rd., Lockport. | BENEDICT, Karen Sue (I135763)
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| 8679 | Karl Beccue, 71, passed away in SC with burial in Fort Jackson National Cemetery. Son of Karl and Phylena Thomas Beccue, he was a 1966 graduate of LSHS. Karl was a proud Marine who served in Vietnam, and a national member of the DAV. In 1999 he retired from GM as an inspector and committeeman. He volunteered for many youth organizations. Karl was active in the Republican Party. He and his wife owned Forget-Me-Not Antiques in Lockport and Menagerie Antiques in SC. Karl is survived by his loving wife, Connie James Beccue; sister, Patricia Robertson; sister-in-law, Patricia Stolzenberg; and nieces, nephews and cousins. Art Ackerman and family were lifetime friends but loved like family. Memorials may be made to Marine Corp Toys for Tots or Food For The Soul in Camden, SC. | BECCUE, Karl Walter (I56064)
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| 8680 | Karl E. Hildebrandt, age 92 of the Town of Cambria, NY, was called home to be with our Lord and Savior, on February 6, 2025 while at the Buffalo General Medical Center. Born in the Town of Wheatfield, NY on October 7, 1932, he was the son of Edward and Lucy (Andrees) Hildebrandt. Karl graduated from North Tonawanda High School, class of 1952. He was employed with the Town of Cambria Highway Department, as a heavy equipent operator for twenty years. A former member of St. John Lutheran Church, he was a long time member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Sanborn, NY. Karl was an avid hunter and fisherman.Survivors include his wife, Gloria L. (Walck) Hildebrandt, whom he married on January 18, 1964; two children, Anita (Rick) Mullen, and Amy (Nick) Southard, both of Lockport, NY; and five grandchildren, Chelsea Mullen, Rick Mullen Jr., Nicholas Southard, Michael Southard, and Andrew Southard.He was predeceased by four sisters, Dorothy Rowland, Betty Klein, Ruth Lamb, and Janet Duckworth.Friends may call at the DuBois Funeral Home, 2436 Niagara Road, (Bergholz) in Wheatfield, on Monday - February 10th. from 3-7 p.m. Services will held on Tuesday- February 11th. at 10:30 a.m. in St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 6168 Walmore Road, Sanborn, NY 14132, with the Rev. Kurt Jensen, officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery, Town of Wheatfield, NY. | HILDEBRANDT, Karl Edward (I60122)
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| 8681 | Karl J. Walker, Sr., “HOSS”, 64, of Sanborn, NY, passed away on November 19, 2022 at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Clarence and Irene (Cornelius) Walker. On September 10, 1976, Karl married the love of his life, Linda S. (Tier) Walker. Mrs. Walker predeceased him in 2015. Karl was employed as a Laborer with Local #91 in Niagara Falls retiring in 2018. He was also employed with his father’s business, Walker’s Drywall and Plastering. “HOSS”, as he was affectionately known by many, enjoyed restoring antique cars, riding his Harley, and, above all, spending time with his family. Karl is survived by his daughter, Cheryl (John) Taggart; his sisters, Linda Keil, Patricia (Brad) Swanson, Barbara (late Dave) Smith, and Lisa (Jerry) Wilson, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his wife of 39 years, he was predeceased by his son, Karl J. Walker, Jr., and his brothers, Clarence (late Roberta) Walker, Jr., Tom (Sue) Walker, and late Donald Walker. Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 26 from 12 – 4 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY 14304 where funeral services will begin at 4 PM. Private interment in Niagara Falls Memorial Park Cemetery, Lewiston, NY, will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to Niagara Hospice. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. | WALKER, Karl J (I88005)
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| 8682 | KARL R. BLAIR, age 79 of the Town of Niagara, NY, entered into rest on July 13, 2020 at his residence, while under the care of his loving wife, Elizabeth M. (Dier) Blair and Niagara Hospice. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on February 8, 1941; son of the late Ralph and Caroline (Roll) Blair. Karl served in the United States Navy from 1960-1962, and the Navy reserve until 1965. During his service, he received awards for Bay of Pigs Invasion - U.S.S. Gauelston. Karl was employed as a chemical engineer at Olin Chemical, and later at Honeywell of Buffalo, where he retired. His interests included NASCAR sports, and the quality time spent with his grandchildren. He and his wife were united in marriage on September 14, 1963. They were blessed with two daughters, Karolyn Blair of Niagara Falls, NY and Kristine (Michael) Gedeon of Cambria, NY; three grandchildren, Kristopher Gedeon, McKenzie Gedeon and Aiden Erwin. Also surviving are brothers and sisters, Paul Blair of Texas, Thomas Blair of New Mexico, Margaret Cirillo of Florida, Beverly Luffman of Lockport, NY, Robert and Christine Dier of Town of Niagara, NY and Marilyn Szpara of Grand Island, NY; also nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements were with the DuBois Funeral Home, Wheatfield, NY. | BLAIR, Karl R (I125192)
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| 8683 | Karlheinz Schoenfeld maded contact with this family ca. 12/22/97 by phone and learned from them so of the data here. They live in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. Obituary of Kenneth Halliday Kenneth R. Halliday, age 94 of Lewiston, died Thursday September 13, 2018 in the Schoellkopf Health Center in Niagara Falls, after a brief illness. Kenneth was born July 28, 1924 in Niagara Falls, NY, the son of the late Wilfred J. and Anna (Schwenkbeck) Halliday and was a graduate of Trott Vocational High School. On April 9, 1948 he married Dorothy M. (Wilson) and they have resided in Lewiston since then. Kenneth was employed by Nabisco Shredded Wheat in Niagara Falls, NY for 41 years, retiring as the Supervisor of the Machine Shop in 1985. He was a charter member of the Lutheran Church of The Messiah in Lewiston and a member of the Shredded Wheat Breakfast Club and Bowling League. An avid and talented woodworker, Kenneth enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and working in "Grampie's Workshop" In addition to his wife of 70 years, Dorothy, he is survived by a son, Gary (Debbi) Halliday; two daughters, Sharon (William) Ruth and Debbie (Paul) Skalla; six grandchildren, Allyson R. and Kristen Halliday, Lauren (Suren) Gobin, Donny Halliday, Deidre and Jeremy Skalla; and four great grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Rick J. (late Nancy) Halliday and a brother, Wilfred (Doris) Halliday. Funeral Services and Entombment will be held Monday, September 17, at 12:00 noon in Gate of Heaven Cemetery Mausoleum, 500 Riverdale Ave. Lewiston, with the Rev. Dr. Rex Stewart officiating. There will be no prior visitation. Flowers are gratefully declined. 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. | HALLIDAY, Kenneth Robert (I7060)
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| 8684 | KAROLYN E. BURDEN, age 75, a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls, NY, entered into rest after a brief illness on July 2, 2018 while at the Northgate Health Care Facility. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on May 25, 1943, daughter of the late Kenneth and Elizabeth (Milne) Burt. Karolyn was a 1961 graduate of LaSalle Senior High School, loved dancing, of which she won many competitions, enjoyed knitting, doing ceramics, was employed as an inventory specialist at the former Carborundum Company- coated abrasives division, in Wheatfield, and retired from the Seneca Niagara Casino. Survivors include three children, Linda Johnson of Niagara Falls, Stephen (Sahlee) Burden of San Diego, and Daniel (Linda) Burden of Niagara Falls; her beloved grandchildren, Tara, Joseph, Stephen Jr., Ariel, Samantha, and Seth Burden, and Meaghan Johnson; a life long friend, Karen Heffler; and her beloved Westie, "Piper". Karolyn was also predeceased by two brothers, John and Brian Burt. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements were with the DuBois Funeral Home, Wheatfield. | BURT, Karolyn Elizabeth (I10464)
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| 8685 | KARP - Patricia A. (nee Choboy) Of N. Tonawanda, October 14, 2015. Beloved wife of 55 years to Wayne Karp; dearest mother of Robert (Ellen) Karp; loving grandmother of Samantha and Marissa Karp; dear sister of William (Joanne) Choboy, Richard (Marilyn) Choboy and Joanne (Elliot) Macomber; also survived by a brother-in-law Jerome Karp, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Family will be present to greet relatives and friends Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the SABER FUNERAL HOME, 549 Oliver St., N. Tonawanda (692-0271) where funeral services will be held Monday at 11 AM. Flowers graciously declined. Memorial gifts may be made in Patricia's honor to Niagara Hospice. Patricia was a member of the Tonawanda Moose Lodge No. 2163 Auxiliary. | CHOBOY, Patricia A (I93580)
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| 8686 | KARP - Wayne P. June 21, 2023 - Beloved husband of the late Patricia A. Karp. Loving father of Robert (Ellen) Karp. Cherished grandfather of Samantha and Marissa Karp. Dear brother of the late Jerome (Shirley) Karp and Arthur Karp. Survived by many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at the SABER FUNERAL HOME, 549 Oliver Street, North Tonawanda, NY 14120, on Monday, June 26th from 4 to 7 PM. Where a Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, June 27th at 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Wayne’s memory to Niagara Hospice. Please share condolences at saberfh.com | KARP, Wayne P (I93579)
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| 8687 | KARP Shirley A. (nee Martin) Of North Tonawanda, April 14, 2015 Beloved wife of 54 years to Jerry Karp; loving mother of Dianne (John) Pace and Kristen (Daryl) Gardiner; devoted grandmother of Oliver and Delayne Pace and Matthew, Connor and Leah Gardiner; sister of LaVerne (Nancy) Martin and late Robert (late Marilyn) Martin; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call Thursday 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 PM in the WATTENGEL Funeral Home, 533 Meadow Dr. N Tonawanda where Funeral Services will be held Friday at 10 AM Interment Acacia Park Cemetery In lieu of flowers memorials to Hospice Buffalo, hospicebuffalo.com or Alzheimer’s Association of WNY alz.org/wny/ | MARTIN, Shirley Ann (I93581)
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| 8688 | KARRE - Ernest W. Karre. 70, of North Tonawanda, Tuesday (May 20, 1975) at DeGraff Memorial Hospital after a lengthy illness. Mr. Karre was a life long resident of North Tonawanda, a member of St. Mark Lutheran church, the Lutheran Layman's League and former employe of the Carborundum Co , retiring in 1988 , He is survived by his wife Mellinda (nee Gest) Karre; foxirsons. Richard J. (Marilyn) Karre of Lake Placid, NY., Lowell E. (Sheila) Karre of Huntington Beach, Calif., David H. (Barbara) Karre of Oak Ridge, N.J., and Roger W. Karre of North Tonawanda; nine grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; three sisters, Mrs. Anna Kaufman of Calumet, Mich., Mrs. Edward (Ella) Bulke and Mrs. Hattie Boddy, both of North Tonawanda. The family will receive friends at the Fretthold Funeral Home, Inc., 1241 Oliver St., at Ward Rd , North Tonawanda Wednesday and Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Services will be held in St. Mark Lutheran Church Friday at 10:30 a.m., the Rev. Thomas K. Spahn will officiate. Interment in St. Mark Lutheran Cemetery. If so desired, memorials may be made to St. Mark Lutheran Church. | KARRE, Ernest William (I63748)
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| 8689 | KASTELAN - Helen Natalie (nee Broniszewski) Age 85, of North Tonawanda, passed away peacefully Friday, May 20, 2016. Helen was the wife of the late Stanley Kastelan and daughter of the late Andrew and Bessie (nee Gawrychowski) Broniszewski. She was predeceased by her sisters Veronica (Edward) Wojnarowski, Josephine (Leonard) Wokoske, Leocadia (Roman) Wasieczko and Stella (Joseph) Osypiewski. She is survived by her brother Walter (Gail) Broniszewski and several nieces and nephews. Helen was a member of Our Lady of Czestochowa parish. Helen loved her family and was often the care giver for family members. While she did not have children of her own, she cherished her nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to call Wednesday, May 25, 2016 from 3:00-7:00 PM at Colucci Funeral Home, 652 Oliver Street, North Tonawanda 692-4917. Please assemble at church Thursday May 26, 2016 at 9:30 am for a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at Our Lady of Czestochowa R.C. Church, 626 Oliver Street, North Tonawanda, NY. An entombment service will be held following the funeral Mass at Elm Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to ;(function() ()); St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , Post Office Box 1000, Dept 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908 or OLC Parish Revocation Fund, 71 Center Avenue North Tonawanda, NY 14120. | BRONISZEWSKI, Helen N (I175481)
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| 8690 | Katherine Ann Rogers Fricano passed away, Wednesday March 4, 2015. Born on June 9, 1931 in North Tonawanda, she was the daughter of the late William J. Sr. and Myrtle V. Bloomstine Rogers. Katherine received her Master's Degree from Buffalo State College, and taught in Lockport City Schools for over 20 years as an Elementary School Art Teacher. She enjoyed the arts and tailoring clothing. Katherine married her late husband, Anthony Fricano in 1952, who passed away October 16, 2008. Katherine is survived by her children, Amy J. (Robert M. Graff) Fricano of Lockport, David A. (Shelly) Fricano of Pendleton and Karen A. Fricano of Lockport; grandmother of five; she is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call Sunday 1-5 PM at Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee Street, Lockport. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday at 11 AM in St. John the Baptist RC Church, 168 Chestnut Street, Lockport. Interment will be in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094 would be appreciated by the family. | ROGERS, Katherine Ann (I151806)
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| 8691 | KATHERINE E. PILS NIAGARA FALLS-Katherine E. Pils, 76, of 1138 Pasadena Ave., died Thursday (Jan. 25, 1973) suddenly at home. She was born in Sanborn. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Lawrence (Betty) Herfurth of this city; a brother, Philippineslip Wendt of this city; three sisters. Mrs. John Mehls of this city; Mrs. Ruth Speck of Chicago, ILl., and Mrs. Alexander Doan of Niagara Falls, Ont.; and two grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Grace Lutheran Church. The Rev. Walter G. Schultz will officiate assisted by The Rev. Alvin Riemer. Friends may call at the Lane Funeral Home from 2 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday. Memorials may be made to the Lutheran Society of New York, a family spokesman said. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. | WENDT, Katherine Elisabeth (I57678)
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| 8692 | Katherine L. Zapp (May 27, 1959 - December 22, 2014) Send Flowers Send Sympathy Card View/Sign Guest Book | Create Memorial Website Katherine L. Zapp Of Newfane, NY entered into rest Monday, December 22, 2014 in Eastern Niagara Hospital Lockport, NY. She was born in Lockport, NY, May 27, 1959, the daughter of the late Harold and Rose Rathke Zapp. Katherine worked at Newfane Health Care Facility as a Nurse’s Aide for 20 years. She has lived in Newfane all her life, a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Ridgewood and the Ladies Aid Society at Church. Katherine enjoyed trips to the Amish country in PA and was known on her John Deere Tractor mowing her lawn and the neighbors. Sister of Daniel (Gretchen) Zapp of Lockport, NY and William Zapp of Newfane, NY. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the RUTLAND-CORWIN FUNERAL HOME, INC. 2670 Main St. Newfane, NY FRIDAY 3-7 PM. Funeral Services will be held SATURDAY at 10:30 AM at Immanuel Lutheran Church 7147 Ridge Road Lockport, NY. Burial will be in Wrights Corners Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Immanuel Lutheran Church 7147 Ridge Road Lockport, NY 14094 would be appreciated by the family. | ZAPP, Katherine L (I168923)
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| 8693 | Katherine M. Beehler Buffalo News, Feb 27, 2006 Katherine M. Beehler, a former medical receptionist and longtime American Red Cross volunteer, died Friday in Mount St. Mary's Hospital after a two-week illness. She was 86. Born Katherine Nash in Niagara Falls, she graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1937. She moved to Lewiston in 1942, a year after her marriage to Paul C. Beehler Jr., who died June 30, 1971. After her husband's death, Mrs. Beehler joined the office of Dr. Claude Fichte in Niagara Falls, where she worked as a receptionist until retiring in 1986. She was a Red Cross volunteer at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center for more than 30 years. She also enjoyed gardening, baking and activities with the Lewiston Senior Citizens. Survivors include a son, Donald of North Tonawanda; a daughter, Jane VanOstrand of Kankakee, Ill.; and five grandchildren. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Hardison Funeral Home, North Fourth and Ridge streets. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. | NASH, Katherine M (I76894)
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| 8694 | Katherine Noel “Katy” (Blake) Marsh, 78, of the Town of Niagara, NY, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2019 while surrounded by her loving family. Born on December 23, 1940, she was the daughter of the late William A. and Alice (Brierton) Blake. On February 2, 1963, Katy married Carl J. “Bud” Marsh in Prince of Peace Church. He predeceased her on October 8, 2009. Katy was a longtime resident of the Town of Niagara. She was a member of the former St. Mary’s High School, class of 1959. Katy, along with her late husband, owned and operated Marsh’s General Store in the Town of Niagara. She enjoyed meeting with her “lady friends” which she deeply valued their friendship and the St. Mary’s Class of ’59. Katy enjoyed traveling, jigsaw puzzles, reading, gardening and the arts. Katy is survived by three daughters, Pamela, Carla and Tiffany Marsh; a brother, John (Kathie) Blake; 2 aunts and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She held a special place in her heart for Wendy (John) Jasper and their children, Peighton, Parker, Mason and Jackson. She was predeceased by daughters, Katherine and Margaret Marsh and siblings, Maryann (late Walter) Connolly and William L. (Joanne) Blake. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 2-7 p.m. in the Chapel of OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY, where a Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, April 4th at 10:00 a.m. Private prayers of committal and entombment will be held in the Holy Angels Mausoleum Chapel of Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to Jeanne’s House of Niagara Hospice, c/o Northgate Healthcare Facility, 7264 Nash Road, North Tonawanda, NY 14120. Arrangements are under the direction of Michael R. Goodlander. | BLAKE, Katherine Noel (I197630)
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| 8695 | Katherine “Katie” Buffone, 87, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on July 6, 2019 at Our Lady of Peace Health Care Facility in Lewiston, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of George and Catherine (Harrigan) DiSalvio. Katherine was raised in Niagara Falls, graduated from Niagara Falls High School and later earned an associate’s degree from Niagara County Community College. She was employed as a service assistant for the Niagara County Office for the Aging, and later as a manager for the Niagara Falls Tourist and Information Center. In her spare time, she enjoyed reading and crafts. Katherine is survived by her children, Mary Melloni, Elizabeth (Jake) Putzak, and Nicholas (Evelyn) Buffone; cherished grandmother of Joseph (Karen) Costa, Natalie Sansivero, Anthony (Rebecca) Tantillo, Angela Tantillo, Victor Melloni, Mary (Dominick) Tallarico, Nicholas (Kailey) Buffone and Nicole Buffone, Great-grandmother of ten great-grandchildren, predeceased by a great-grandson Antonio Tallarico, also predeceased by her beloved companion, Patrick E. Burns who passed away in May of 2018. She was the sister of the late Arlene Scuteri. Visitation will be held on Thursday morning July 11th from 10:00 to 11:30 am at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY 14304 where a celebration of life service will begin at 11:30am. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Memorials in Katherine’s honor may be sent to a charity of your choice Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences | DISALVO, Katherine C (I185666)
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| 8696 | Kathie Ann Budnack's courageous ten year battle with cancer ended on March 23, 2015. Her pain is over, as she is now in heaven with her Lord Jesus Christ. She was born January 6, 1955 in Medina, NY daughter of Robert W. and Irene A. (Luckman) Raduns. A 1973 graduate of Barker, she worked several years at Harrison radiator, Faith Lutheran Church of Newfane and First Presbyterian Church of Lockport. Kathie was a very devoted Christian wife and mother who loved her Lord Jesus with all her heart. She enjoyed spoiling her granddaughters, reading, watching old tv shows, shopping and occasional trips to the casino. Kathie was a very kind, loving empathetic person who will be missed by all who knew her. Kathie is survived by her loving husband Rodney R. Budnack of Lockport; beloved mother of Jeremy Budnack and Stephen (Rachel) Budnack both of Grand Island; cherished grandmother of Abigail and Elnora; sister of Diane (Kenneth) Johnston of Lockport, Gary Raduns of Barker, and Helen Raduns of Glendale, AZ; also several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call Friday, March 27th from 4-8 PM in Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport where services will be held Saturday at 11 AM. Memorial donations to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094 would be appreciated. Please visit www.pruddenandkandt.com to leave an online condolence. | RADUNS, Kathie Ann (I85387)
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| 8697 | Kathleen (Smith) Bronson, longtime area resident, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 23, 2016 at Buffalo General Hospital. She was 68. She was born in Blackpool, England on October 23, 1947, a daughter of the late William A. and Agnes (Maxwell) Smith. She attended schools in Scotland and moved to the United States after marrying Kenneth Bronson in 1972. Mrs. Bronson worked at Voyager Emblem and then at the Summit Motor Inn. She enjoyed gardening, “Sunday (mystery) drives”, bingo, online games and scratch off lottery tickets. Kathleen is survived by her loving husband of 44 years, Kenneth Bronson, three children: Karen, Kristian and Kerriann Bronson. She is also survived by four siblings: Mary Smith, William Smith, Walter “Ned” (Joyce) Smith and Robert (Margaret) Smith all of Scotland. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by three siblings: Eileen Jones, and Jean and John Smith. There will be no prior visitation. Burial will be in White Chapel Cemetery in Amherst. Arrangements made by the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC. | SMITH, Kathleen (I90819)
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| 8698 | Kathleen A. (Maloney) Naus, 82, beloved wife of the late Gary Naus, peacefully returned to her to heavenly home on Sunday, March 22, 2020. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on June 8, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Mary Frances (Doyle) and John Cain, and James Maloney. Kate graduated from Niagara Falls High School and was a longtime resident of Niagara Falls. On June 9, 1956, she married her high school sweetheart Gary Naus. Gary predeceased her on March 1, 2013. Kate worked for the Niagara Falls School District at the LaSalle Middle School until her retirement, and was an active member of Riverside Presbyterian Church. Kate was an avid crafter and loved to share her talents with her children, grandchildren, school students and for church fund raisers. She is survived by her children, Paul (Jacqueline Agnello) Naus of Lewiston, David (Kimberly) Naus of Pendleton, and Cathy (Mark) Basta of Fairport, NY. She was predeceased by her brothers, Joel Cain and Michael Maloney and brother-in-law, Gayle Naus (Lois). Surviving siblings are Mary Candace MacArthur (Jon), Jack Cain (Liana), Michele Cain, Elizabeth Myers (Tom), Constance Eastman (Jonathan), Colleen Gardiner (Jeff), John Maloney and sister-in-law, Joyce O'Donnell (Jim). Kate was a devoted and loving grandmother to Jamie, Michael, Brian and Derek Naus, Christopher Naus, Jamie Hardy, Jennifer Simone, Kevin Naus, Jason Ross, James Ross, Elaina, Eric and Sarah Basta, as well as 19 great-grandchildren, with one on the way, and many nieces and nephews. If desired, donations in Kate's memory may be made to Riverside Presbyterian Church, 815-84th Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14304. A memorial service will be announced at a later date via social media due to the current status. Please stay safe! Arrangements by the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC. | MALONEY, Kathleen A (I201957)
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| 8699 | Kathleen A. Krehan Visit Guest Book KREHAN - Kathleen A. (nee Prohaska) Of Cheektowaga, February 20, 2012, age 66, daughter of the late Peter and Margaret Prohaska; beloved wife of the late Robert H. Krehan; dearest mother of James (Cheryl) Krehan; loving grandmother of Jessica; sister of the late Ilene (Frederick) Landers, Dick (Peggy) Prohaska and Kevin (Kim) Prohaska; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Private services are being held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by the WATTENGEL FUNERAL HOME. Online guest registry at www.Wattengel.com Published in the Buffalo News on February 22, 2012 | PROHASKA, Kathleen A (I63986)
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| 8700 | Kathleen A. Kunecki, 78, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at Mount St. Mary's Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on July 6, 1944 she was the daughter of the late Elmer C. and Bessie Y. (Messecar) Hilts. She is survived by her husband, George J. Kunecki; children, Yvonne Kunecki, George A. Kunecki and Brian Kunecki; grandchildren, Brian, and Mike; sisters, Suzanne (Douglas) Dietzman and Marie (Jim) McCarthy. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Thomas Hilts; sisters, Karen Hilts, and Barbara Hicks. Friends may call Friday, April 21st from 4-8 PM at ZAJAC FUNERAL HOME INC., 319 24th Street, Niagara Falls, NY. A Mass of Christian burial will be held 10:00 am on Saturday, April 22nd at St. Michael The Archangel Parish Of The National Catholic Church, 250 27th Street, Niagara Falls, NY with Very Rev Francis M. Kadryna officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE ASSEMBLE AT CHURCH. Burial following in St. Michaels Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY. | HILTS, Kathleen A (I171655)
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