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- Gladys Anna (Banfield) Dunets, 93, of Wheatfield, NY, passed into the loving arms of Jesus on December 13, 2020 at Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence, from complications of COVID-19. Born on June 14, 1927 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Bertram Banfield and the late Mabel (Stricker) Banfield.
Gladys was a lifelong area resident and attended local schools. She was employed for many years by Mount St. Mary's Hospital, and for a brief period at the former Hills Department Store. Gladys then worked for DiCamillo Bakery, where she was known as 'The Cookie Lady,' up into her ’80’s.
Gladys was a long time member of First Assembly of God. She loved animals and enjoyed baking, listening to the Gaither Vocal Band and traveling to Pennsylvania. Above all, Gladys loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Gladys is survived by her grandchildren, Kristen (Joe) Smiech, Heather (Greg) Jastrzemski, Michelle (Philip) Mocniak, Shawn (Sandra) Haseley, Aaron (Maria) Dunets and Cherie (Dan) Swain; great-grandchildren, Emily, Kaleb, AdriAnna, Avery, Kaiden, Avery, Cameron, Gabby, Levi, Nadia, Angelo, Emma, Eleanor, Luca, Rosie, Gino, Conlin, Knox, Zachary and Charlie; a special niece and caregiver, Shirley Bolea and several nieces, nephews and cousins, In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her children, Barbara (surviving, Russ) Haseley, Edward (surviving, Christine) Dunets and Sharon (surviving, Harry) Hardenstine; a great-grandson, Johnathan Edward Swain and siblings, Raymond, Irene, Leonard and Albert.
Private prayers of committal and interment will be held in Niagara Falls Memorial Park Cemetery, Lewiston, NY.
If desired, memorial offerings may be made to First Assembly of God or the Niagara County SPCA. Arrangements are under the professional care of Michael R. Goodlander, OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (716-297-9007). Share condolences and memories at facebook.com/goodlandercares or GOODLANDERCARES.com
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1927 - 2020 (93 years)