Ruth Dal Porto 1931 - 2024Ruth Dal Porto, 92, a resident of New Mexico since 1961, passed away on June 17, 2024 in Rio Rancho, NM. She is survived by 4 children: Maureen, Darryl, Dawn, and Paul. She has nine grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. She has a sister Mary Ann, who lives in Florida and many nieces, nephews, and...Obituary
Albert Attwood 1931 - 2024Albert G. Attwood, of the Town of Wheatfield, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, in Mount St. Mary's Hospital. He was born in London, England, on April 8, 1931 the son of the late Ellen Clement. Mr. Attwood served with the British Army. He moved to Canada in 1956 and later to Niagara Falls, NY in December of...Obituary
Cheryl LaMar 1948 - 2024Minister Cheryl D. LaMar, 75, of Grand Island, NY was called home to her eternal rest after a lengthy illness on June 9, 2024, surrounded by her husband Walter LaMar and family. A celebration of her life and faith will be held at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 1334 Calumet Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY on...Obituary
John Panattoni 1942 - 2024John Robert Panattoni, of Niagara Falls, NY, age of 81, passed away on June 18, 2024. Born on November 11, 1942 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Mario and Rosella (Ciccone) Panattoni. On July 12, 1969, John married Karen Post in St. Joseph Church. John served in the United States Army, until his...Obituary
Lawrence Hartwig 1955 - 2024Lawrence A. Hartwig, age of 68, passed away on June 17, 2024. Born on July 20, 1955 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late John and Catherine (Allen) Hartwig and husband of the late Diana (Shaw) Hartwig. Lawrence graduated from Niagara Wheatfield High School and retired from Walmart. He was an avid...Obituary
Robert Buzzelli 1931 - 2024Robert Edward Buzzelli, retired engineer and loving husband and father, passed away from a brief illness on Sunday, June 16, 2024. A lifelong resident of Niagara Falls, he attended local schools and was a 1953 graduate of the University of Buffalo. After a two-year stint in the U.S. Army, he began what would become...Obituary
Melvin Parkes 1945 - 2024Melvin A. Parkes, of Niagara Falls, NY; age 79; Beloved husband of Florence I. (nee Promowicz) Parkes. Devoted father of Kirk (Cindy) Parkes, Bryan Parkes, Kathleen (Richard) Maslach and Stacey (Robert) Marielle. Cherished grandfather of Monica, Elizabeth Maslach, Megan (Andy) Hultz, Chelsea (John) Strachan, Hannah...Obituary
claudia broderick 2024Claudia Broderick passed away quietly in her sleep on June 13th. Originally from Niagara Falls she is survived by her husband John, her children Darla Broderick-Breit (Roger), Patti Sanders (Errol), James (Desiree), David and Christin Fenn (Mike). Her grandchildren Katie and Roger Jr. Breit, Jonathen Broderick,...Obituary
Catherine Perri 1959 - 2024Catherine J. Perri, age 65, of Niagara Falls entered into rest suddenly on Sunday, June 9th, 2024, at home. Catherine was born May 7th, 1959, in Baltimore, MD. She grew up in California and later moved to the Lewiston area where she started her family. She is the daughter of William Horne and the late Elizabeth...Obituary
Todd Brennan 1965 - 2024Todd M. Brennan, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024, in Niagara Hospice House, Lockport, NY. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY on January 14, 1965, a son of the late Cal and Mary Lucille [Hoff] Brennan. Todd graduated from Lew-Port and was a retail salesman with the Seneca Niagara Casino for...Obituary
Rebecca Henderson 1954 - 2024It is with deep sadness that the family of Rebecca Diane Henderson announce her passing following a brief but courageous fight against the insidious thief, cancer. Rebecca and her husband Timothy were only one year shy of their fiftieth wedding anniversary. A life that included a daughter Kristen and a son Ryan, who...Obituary
Bruce Hansen Sr. 1939 - 2024Bruce Andrew Hansen, Sr., 84, of Denver, NC, formally of Huntersville, NC, passed away quietly, on April 2, 2024. Born April 19, 1939, in Lewiston, New York, Bruce was a successful businessman, but in his spare time, he was an avid fisherman, sailor, and enjoyed racing cars with his son. As a devoted father and...Obituary
Diane (Peters) Spavento 1955 - 2024Diane M. (Peters) Spavento, age of 69, passed away on June 9, 2024 at Buffalo General Medical Center. Born on May 20, 1955 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late James and Helen (Rutkowski) Peters and the wife of the late Perry J. Spavento, MD. Diane was a lifelong area resident. She graduated...Obituary
Robert Michael PresuttiRobert Michael Presutti, 85, of North Tonawanda, NY, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2024 living a life full of family. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on March 18, 1939, he was the son of the late Michael and Anna (Muoio) Presutti. Bob is survived by his wife, Joyce Pollard, his children Rebecca (Gerry) Goris and...Obituary
Sister Frances Clare Perry, OSF 1930 - 2024Sister Frances Clare Perry, OSF (formerly Sister M. Majella), born in Buffalo, NY on March 11, 1930, died on June 11, 2024 at the Stella Niagara Health Center, Stella Niagara, New York. She was the daughter of the late Edward and Anna (McMahon) Perry. After graduating from Sacred Heart Academy, Buffalo, NY, Sister...Obituary
Jacelyn Hamilton 1956 - 2024JACELYN D. HAMILTON Jacelyn built a family grounded in love, faith and respect. She was a nurturing mother to Christopher and Kenny Hamilton and the late Airrion Shine. She was an adoring grandmother to Voniqual, Egypt, Destini, Zaria Shine, and Kamiyah Hamilton, who will forever carry her legacy of kindness and...Obituary
Heather Tace 2024Heather J. Tace passed away peacefully on June 5, 2024, in Virginia Beach, VA. She was preceded in death by her parents George C. Jamieson and Dorothy H. Jamieson (Hartzner), husband Col. Stephen A. Tace, USMC, and son Marc S. Tace. She leaves a legacy through her daughters Holly T. Cuellar (CAPT Al Cuellar, USN...Obituary
Rose Farnham 1933 - 2024Rose A. Farnham of the Tuscarora Nation, Black Bear Clan, passed away June 10, 2024. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on August 28, 1933, daughter of the late Andrew and Mamie [Mt. Pleasant] Printup. She was a lifelong member of the Tuscarora Baptist Church, where she served as janitor, Awana Director of sparks and...Obituary
Michael D. Fraser 1951 - 2024I was born in Niagara Falls Ontario on April 9, 1951, son of the late Ralph and Flora (Holmes) Fraser and brother to Judy. The following story documents my life journey to the USA. I grew up in a small village called Stamford Center, later becoming part of Niagara Falls, Ontario. I remember as a child I would...Obituary
Robert Clive, Jr. 1976 - 2024Robert J. Clive, Jr., age 47, passed away June 4, 2024. Bobby was the son of Robert , Sr. and Lorraine (Cochrane) Clive of Youngstown, N.Y. and sister of Nicole Newton (Kevin) of Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee. His brother, Timothy Clive, predeceased him last Nov., 2023. Survivors include several cousins, aunts and...Obituary
Sherry MurraySherry Murray, 72, of Youngstown, NY, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Neil and Helen (Davis) Murrell, and the wife of the late Robert Murray. Sherry is survived by her children, Courtney...Obituary
Emma Jones 1935 - 2024Emma L. Jones, 88, formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, departed peacefully on June 4, 2024 under the care of Hospice in Covington, Ga. Born in Gantt, Alabama, she was the daughter of the late Preston and Ollie Coleman. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 15th in Gantt. Interment privately by the...Obituary
Lillian Dinato 1937 - 2024Lillian Dinato, 87, formerly of Niagara Falls passed away on May 31, 2024 in Sun City, Arizona; the daughter of Lillian (Gibson) and Ernest Bourgon of Niagara Falls. Lillian was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Donald Dinato (2012). Also she was preceded in death by her sister Judith Bourgon. She is...Obituary
Thomas Robins 1934 - 2024Thomas Edwin Robins, age 90, passed away peacefully at home on June 4th, 2024, holding his Savior's hand walking in the beautiful gardens of Heaven, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born March 29th, 1934 in Niagara Falls, NY. He graduated from Niagara Falls High School and went on to serve in the United States...Obituary
Dolores Westcott 1934 - 2024Dolores A. Westcott, of the Town of Cambria, passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at her residence under the care of her family and Niagara Hospice. She was born in Buffalo, NY, on February 3, 1934, a daughter of the late Albert and Helen [Durand] Batterson. Dolores was an Avon lady before becoming the accounts...Obituary
Ronald C. Beningo, Sr. 1951 - 2024Ronald C. Beningo, Sr., 73, of Grand Island, NY, passed away on June 1, 2024 at Kenmore Mercy Hospital in Tonawanda, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of James and Angeline (Bruno) Beningo. Ron was a graduate of Trott Vocational High School in Niagara Falls, NY, and later attended Marshall University in...Obituary
Linda Adamczyk 1944 - 2024Linda J. Adamczyk, 80, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024 at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on March 28, 1944 she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Stella (Sermack) Tomala. Linda was a Transcriptionist at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center for many...Obituary
Ruth I. MillerRuth I. Miller, 96, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on May 27, 2024 at her residence. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Maurice and Viola (Marble) Jacklin. Ruth worked for Mercy Home Care in Niagara Falls as a home healthcare aide from 1983 until 1993. Ruth was a fantastic baker. She...Obituary
Sister Gertrude Lacki, OSF 1946 - 2024Sister Gertrude Lacki, OSF (formerly Sister Lenore) born in Buffalo, NY on November 16, 1946, died on May 28, 2024 at Kenmore-Mercy Hospital in Buffalo, New York. She was the daughter of the late Thaddeus and Helen (Chojnacki) Lacki. After graduating from Sacred Heart Academy, Buffalo, NY, Sister Gertrude entered...Obituary
Richard Woolson 1938 - 2024Richard E. Woolson, age 85, of Lewiston died on Friday, May 24th, 2024, at home. Richard was born on December 12th, 1938, in Niagara Falls, NY. He is the son of the late Isaac and the late Lorraine (Gladfilter) Woolson. He was a 1957 graduate of Lew-Port High School and honorably served in the United States Army. ...Obituary
Walter R. HylaWalter R. Hyla, 90, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 22, 2024 at his son's residence under hospice care in California. Born in Nantico*ke, PA, he was the son of the late Walter and Mary (Lotnik) Hyla; and the beloved husband of the late Frances (Fitt) Hyla. Walter moved to Niagara...Obituary
Karen Nelligan 1951 - 2024Karen M. Nelligan, 73 of Maricopa, AZ, left this world on Sunday, May 19, 2024, after a brief illness. Karen was born February 15, 1951, in Olean, NY, the daughter of Bernard and Dorothy (Stout) Johnston. She married the love of her life, Ken, on February 18, 1967, in Olean, NY. They moved to Ransomville, NY, in...Obituary
Thomas D. TedescoThomas D. Tedesco, 80, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on May 26, 2024 at Buffalo General Hospital in Buffalo NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Thomas J. and Josephine M. (Donato) Tedesco. Tom was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School. During high school, he was employed at DiCamillo...Obituary
Diane Van Deventer 1928 - 2024Diane H. Van Deventer passed peacefully with family at her side on April 15, 2024 in Waterville, Maine. Diane was born on November 13, 1928 in Lockport, NY to M. Aloysius and Blanche Hopkins. She graduated from SUNY Brockport State Teachers College and married her college sweetheart Raymond W. Van Deventer. Diane...Obituary
Donald Baxter, Jr. 1942 - 2024Donald F. Baxter, Jr. of Aurora, Oh., died peacefully in his sleep on May 18 in Summa Hospice after succumbing to injuries from a car accident. His family was blessed to spend the last weeks of his life by his side. He was 81. Don was born on June 22, 1942 in Niagara Falls, N.Y., the eldest son of the late Donald...Obituary
Joseph Rodriguez 1937 - 2024Joseph W. Rodriguez, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at Methodist Richardson Medical Center in Texas. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY on November 27,1937. He graduated from Bishop Duffy High School, Niagara University and...Obituary
Elizabeth A. 'Betty' BevacquaElizabeth A. 'Betty' Bevacqua, 92, of Grand Island, NY, and formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 27, 2024 in the Erie County Medical Center. Born In Indiana County, PA, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Elizabeth (Mriz) Patsolic. Betty was raised in Clymer, PA and moved to...Obituary
Norma O'Brien 1935 - 2024Norma Ann O'Brien, of Sanborn, NY, passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at Mercy Hospital of Buffalo. She was born in Middleport, NY, on June 27, 1935, the daughter of the late Lloyd and Ellen [Kaegebein] Harrington. Mrs. O'Brien grew up on the family farm on Lower Mountain Road and graduated from Wilson High...Obituary
Patricia Garvey 1962 - 2024Services set for Patricia A. Garvey Services for Pat will be held on Thursday at 11:00 am at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum, Lewiston. All are invited. She is the daughter of Jane (Zymroz) Garvey and the late Leo Garvey.Obituary
Billy Williamson 1933 - 2024Billy Williamson was called home to Heaven Wednesday evening at Mount St. Mary's hospital. His wife Peggy and grandson Matt kept him company as he peacefully walked with Jesus. He was born in Quincy, Illinois to Velma and Frank Williamson and grew up in the heartland of America including Bowen, Illinois. He...Obituary
Joan Lenz 1933 - 2024Memorial services have been set for Joan Ferritt Lenz. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, May 30 at 11 AM in St. Rafael R.C. Church, College and Macklem Avenue, Niagara Falls.Obituary
Edward Ferraro 1937 - 2024Edward J. Ferraro, 87, of Niagara Falls, entered into rest on May 10, 2024. He was predeceased by his wife, Jean B. Ferraro. Father of Michael E. (Gloria) Ferraro and Stephen E. (Michelle) Ferraro; grandfather of Joseph, Derrick (Heather), Joshua, Caleb, Gianna, Kayla, and the late David; great-grandfather of...Obituary
Robert McCoy 1932 - 2024Robert McCoy was called home to be with the Lord on 5/18/2024. He leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife Mattie Sconiers McCoy of 66 years. Visitation will be Wednesday, May 29th at 11 AM at St. John AME Church, 917 Garden Ave., Niagara Falls, NY 14305 followed by a Home Going Service at 12 noon.Obituary
Rosalyn Miller 1945 - 2023Rosalyn Carol Miller was born to Anthony Bucelato and Mary ( Blackmon) Bucelato June 15,1945. She graduated from LaSalle Senior High School in 1963 and NCCC with their first graduating class of 1965. She married Eric Miller on January 21, 1967 at Prince of Peace RC Church. She began her teaching career teaching...Obituary
Donna L. MaluchnikDonna L. Maluchnik, 72, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024 at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Louis J. and Mary (Giannini) Yorio. Donna graduated from Madonna High School in 1969 and obtained her Associate's degree in Computer...Obituary
David Corra, Sr. 1947 - 2024Of Sanborn, NY, passed away on Friday May 17, 2024, in Niagara Hospice House, Lockport, NY. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY on December 5, 1947, a son of the late John and Margaret [Stefanick] Corra. "Demo Dave" was a demolition expert with Kimmins Contracting and later with the Ontario Speciality Contracting ...Obituary
J. Robert Oliver 1927 - 202496, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2024, in the Schoellkopf Health Center. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY, on July 28, 1927, son of the late James R. and Florence C. [Fell] Oliver. Mr. Oliver was a graduate of St. Mary's High School and Niagara University. He received his Masters in...Obituary
Clara L. FostinClara L. Fostin, 97, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on May 16, 2024 at Weinberg Campus in Getzville, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Vincent and Antoinette (Giordano) Lumia. Clara was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School. On August 26, 1972, she married Frank R. Fostin. Mr....Obituary
Patricia Garvey 1962 - 2024Patricia "Pat" A. Garvey, 61, of Loveland, Ohio, unexpectedly passed away peacefully on May 15, 2024, in her home. Pat was born on August 10, 1962, in Niagara Falls, N.Y., the daughter of the late Leo F. Garvey and Jane Zymroz Garvey and devoted sister of Julia. Pat was a loving daughter, a faithful companion to her...Obituary
George Elebel 1932 - 2024George K. Elbel, the husband of Norma G. Elbel (Smith) of Le Roy, NY, age 91, passed away on May 16, 2024. George was born on June 28, 1932 in Rossiter, PA. He is survived by his brother, William Elbel of TX; one son George Elbel of TX and two daughters, Beatrice M. Brantigan of Niagara Falls, NY, and Alyson A....Obituary
Maria Luciani BifanoMaria Luciani Bifano, 89, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2024 at her residence under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Fortunato and Dora (Picarelli) Luciani. Maria was a 1953 graduate of Niagara Falls High School. She was employed for...Obituary
Emma Mary Garcia 1930 Emma Mary Garcia, 93, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2023, at Schoellkopf Health Center. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Celestino and Maria Louisa (Lorenzo) Garcia Sr. Emma was a force of nature! A beautiful and strong woman! She never let her dual disability stop her from...Obituary
Shirley Marie ContentoShirley Marie Contento, 80, of Lewiston, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 10, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her beloved family. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Ruth (Jackson) Dugan. Shirley graduated from Madonna High School and earned her Associate's degree...Obituary
Joseph Troisi 1988 - 2024Joseph Troisi (June 29,1988-May 7, 2024) died at home after a brief illness at the age of 35. He was the son of Andrea (Skivington) and Anthony Troisi of Niagara Falls, New York. Joseph was the grandson of the late Niagara County Legislator Doris Skivington and Howard Skivington. He was also the grandson of the...Obituary
Peter J. Brownell, Sr.Peter J. Brownell, Sr., 86, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY, on May 8, 2024. Born in Salamanca, NY, he was the son of the late Earl and Doris (O'Hern) Brownell and the step-son of the late Virginia (Dickenson) Brownell. Peter proudly served his country in the...Obituary
Philip Jones, Jr. 1955 - 2024Philip W. Jones Jr., age 68, of Lockport, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2024. Philip was a United States Air Force veteran, who served from 1975-1979. He retired in 2015 after a 35 year career working for the United States Postal Service as a rural mail carrier. In his retirement, he filled his time working for...Obituary
Ilse Senglaup 1930 - 2024Ilse Elfriede (Traut) Senglaup, 93, a former long-time resident of Niagara Falls, New York, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2024 while under hospice care in Las Vegas, Nevada. Ilse was born in Dortmund, Germany on November 2, 1930 and immigrated to the United States and settled in Niagara Falls in 1952. Soon...Obituary
Mary Ann (Harrigan) Ivey 1933 - 2024Mary Ann (Harrigan) Ivey, age of 91, passed away on May 6, 2024. Born on January 26, 1933 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late James and Gertrude (Swaim) Harrigan. On November 6, 1954, Mary Ann married James M. Ivey. He predeceased her on May 29, 2022. Mary Ann was a lifelong area resident and...Obituary
Margaret Hansen Casper 1931 - 2024Margaret (Margie) Hansen Casper, age 93, passed away peacefully at her home in Lewiston on March 21, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. The oldest of five siblings, Margie was born in Perth Amboy, NJ on February 12, 1931 to George and Leola Hansen. Margie graduated from New Brunswick High School and New...Obituary
Gerald McConnaghyGerald William "Gerry" McConnaghy, formerly of Youngstown, NY passed away on Tuesday, April 30th in Sarasota, FL. He was born on October 11, 1936 in Niagara Falls, NY, son to the late Patrick (Ethel) McConnaghy. He was 87 years old. Gerald was a graduate of Bishop Duffy High School in Niagara Falls, NY. His careers...Obituary
Robert Rydzewski Jr. 1927 - 2024Robert F. Rydzewski Jr., 97, of Niagara Falls, NY and formerly of Florida, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at Niagara Hospice House. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on January 26, 1927 he was the son of the late Robert and Louise (Kozdranski) Rydzewski Sr. Robert worked as an Industrial Painter for 27 years at...Obituary
Harry Elliott 1948 - 2024Harry Glynn Elliott, age 76, of Leesburg, Florida, died on April 15, 2024. Born in Niagara-on-the-Lake on March 15, 1948 to Harry and Leila Elliott and raised in Niagara Falls, NY. Funeral services will be on May 6 at 11:30am at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario with a visitation time...Obituary
Mark Palmer, Jr. 1945 - 2024Mark Donald Palmer, Jr., also known as Pete, age 78, passed away on April 26, 2024. Born on August 28, 1945 in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of the late Mark Donald Palmer, Sr. and the late Doris Palmer. Mark proudly served in the United States Army, honorably discharged on September 23, 1964. He was a maritime...Obituary
Manfred H. 'Fred' LeissleManfred H. 'Fred' Leissle, 94, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 29, 2024 in Niagara Hospice House. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late Herman and Emily (Schweikert) Leissle and the beloved husband of Marjean (Andres) Leissle whom he married in 1959 at the former Sacred...Obituary
Anne E. SchultzAnne E. Schultz, 97, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on April 28, 2024 at Schoelkopf Health Care Facility in Niagara Falls, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Ciro and Lucia 'Lucille' (Cardinali) Tantillo, and the wife of the late John Schultz. Anne enjoyed cooking and spending time...Obituary
Nevin Royer 1946 - 2024Nevin G. Royer, of Niagara Falls, NY, age 77. passed on April 27, 2024. Devoted father of Janelle (Randy) Harris and Richard (Miriam Atkin) Royer; cherished grandfather of Amber Lee Harris; dear brother of Doris, Dorothy, Clara, Wally and the late Donald. Also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. A...Obituary
Glenda Griffith 1947 - 2024Of Lewiston, NY, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024, in Mercy Hospital of Buffalo. She was born in Niagara Falls, NY on July 15, 1947, a daughter of the late Glenford and Elizabeth [Lamb] Franke. Mrs. Griffith was a graduate of LaSalle High School and was employed with IRS in Austin, TX for over 16 years,...Obituary
Rosemary Proe 1946 - 2024It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the loss of Rosemary M. Proe, who passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, following a brief illness. She was a distinguished American-Canadian author, poet, and educator, earning accolades throughout her remarkable career....Obituary
Richard AndrejcakRichard S. Andrejcak passed away at NFMMC following a brief illness. Richard made an anatomical gift of his body to University at Buffalo Medical School. Richard was the beloved husband for 65 years of Dorothy (Krystek) Andrejcak He is also survived by his children, Michele (Douglas) Brocious , Michael (Joan...Obituary
William Walsh 1964 - 2024William (Bill) John Walsh, 59, of Gowanda, New York, passed away on April 20, 2024 in Buffalo Mercy Hospital. Bill was a kind-hearted and generous individual who enjoyed the simple things in life. He had a quick sense of humor and was known for his love of ice hockey and music, where he excelled as an avid ice...Obituary
Daisy Smith 2024Daisy Belle (Shaffer) Smith passed away peacefully on April 22nd 2024 at her granddaughter's home under the care of Niagara Hospice. She was the wife of late David D. Smith whom she married on November 23rd 1951, David and Daisy had four children together. Daisy was the daughter of Harry and Ruth Shaffer. Daisy is...Obituary
Jennifer King 1974 - 2024King, Jennifer Terese Sep. 10, 1974 - Apr. 21, 2024 of Sanborn, NY; age 49; Beloved daughter of Ellen (Donald) Batrouny and the late Paul King. Dear sister of Tara King. Fond niece of Terese (Randy) Mattice and Kathy Tulowiecki. Loving aunt of Noah King. Also survived by many cousins and friends at Heritage...Obituary
Patsie (Young) Frank 1931 - 2024Patsie L. (Young) Frank, 92, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on April 18, 2024. Born on May 17, 1931 in Vandergrift, PA, she was the daughter of the late Hensyl and Clara (McKinney) Young. Patsie came to Niagara Falls in her early youth, graduated from the former Trott Vocational High School and retired from the...Obituary
Emelia McCalister 1926 - 2024Emelia L. ''Emily'' McCalister, 97, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024 at Buffalo General Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on August 28, 1926 she was the daughter of the late Vincent and Mary F. (Bernat) Krawczyk. She is survived by several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and...Obituary
Eugene Olson 1927 - 2024Of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Niagara Hospice House. He was born in Buffalo, NY on April 28, 1927, a son of the late Aleck and Mildred [Susdorf] Olson. Gene graduated from public schools and attended the University of Buffalo for English and Creative Writing. He spent a year in...Obituary
Karen Knox-KovaleskiKaren A. Knox-Kovaleski, 62, of Orchard Park, NY (formerly of Niagara Falls, NY) passed away April 18, 2024 in Buffalo, NY at the age of 62. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Virginia (Infantino) Schober and the beloved wife of 32 years of Gerald J. Kovaleski, Jr. After...Obituary
Ermina Atkinson 1938 - 2024Ermina Mae "Mina" Atkinson, of Grand Island. Wife of the late James F. Atkinson Jr.; mother of James (Caryn) Atkinson III, Timothy (Paula) Atkinson, Brian (Jill) Atkinson, Mary Atkinson and Karen (Nicholas) Mercorella; also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister of Donna Jeanne Bruning,...Obituary
LaAnna Zimmerman 1940 - 2024LaAnna J. "June" Zimmerman, age 83, formerly of Niagara Falls died Friday, April 12, 2024 at Safire Rehabilitation of Southtowns in Buffalo after a long illness. LaAnna was born April 30, 1940 in Clay, NY, the daughter of the late Edward and LaAnna (MacDonald) Chamberlain. She had been employed as a food analyst...Obituary
Sasha KramarzSasha Kramarz, 84, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 15, 2024 at Mount St. Mary's Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Robert Sr. and Helen (DeRoche) Peckham; and the beloved wife of the late Michael J. Kramarz whom she married at Holy Trinity Roman Catholic...Obituary
Florence (Polito) White 1926 - 2024Florence (Polito) White, 98, passed away on April 15, 2024. Born on January 30, 1926 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Salvador and Josephine Polito. Florence is survived by a son, Leo White and wife Susan; a daughter, Charlene Tuffile and her daughter, Paisley and her children; also...Obituary
Thomas Silvey, Jr.Thomas Silvey Jr., 87, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on December 8, 2023 at Schoellkopf Health Care Facility. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Thomas and Rose (Rufran) Silvey Sr. Tom attended local schools, and graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1953. In 1958, he earned his...Obituary
Neil Broughton 1949 - 2024Our family is crushed with grief and devastated in the loss of a most beautiful soul, Neil. Neil passed on April 10th with Cory and Cindi by his side after a grueling roller-coaster battle with cancer for five years. Neil never gave up, and never did he wear cancer on his sleeve. Many would forget that he was in the...Obituary
Nelson J. LinzaNelson J. Linza, 72, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on April 12, 2024 at Broward Health Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Oscar Linza and Florence (Jankowski) (late Charles) Guagenti. Nelson was a 1969 graduate of Niagara Falls High School. On October...Obituary
Denis Timko 1948 - 2024Denis J. Timko ("Denny"), 75, passed away peacefully in the presence of loved ones on April 11, 2024, at Our Lady of Peace in Lewiston, NY, where he had been well cared for by their compassionate staff in their memory care unit. Born on August 16, 1948 in Philipsburg, PA, Denny and his family relocated to Niagara...Obituary
Penelope Fedder 1942 - 2024Penelope (Barr) Fedder, of Sanborn, NY, wife of the late William Fedder, entered into rest on Thursday, April 11, 2024. She was born in Niagara Falls, NY on July 17, 1942, daughter of the late Adam and Agnes Nelson Barr. A graduate of NFHS Class of 1960, Penny worked as a waitress in Newfane for various...Obituary
Savino P. 'Nino' Nanula 1930 - 2024Savino P. 'Nino' Nanula, 93, of Grand Island, NY passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 in Clearwater, FL, after a brief illness. Born August 21, 1930 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Savino and Emanuella (Gianoto) Nanula; and the beloved husband of 32 years to Virginia (Calvano)...Obituary
Dr. Elaine Richards 1932 - 2024Dr. Elaine B. Richards (Nee Black), of Middleport, entered into rest on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Born July 3, 1932 in Buffalo, she was the daughter of the late J. Elmore and Dorothy H. (Sommer) Black. She married the late Walter B. Richards on December 7, 1957. Dr. Richards earned a master's degree from Buffalo...Obituary
Lewis Cabello 1940 - 2024Lewis Jerald Cabello, aged 83, of Canino, Italy, formerly of Ransomville, NY, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2024, at the Nouva Santa Teresa Hospital in Viterbo, Italy. Born on July 3, 1940, in Niagara Falls, born to the late Frank and Jenny (Moryto) Cabello. He is reunited in eternal peace with his beloved...Obituary
Henry Buchalski 1930 - 2024Henry Joseph Buchalski, 93, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed from this life on April 8, 2024. Born on June 5, 1930 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Stefan and Feliksa (Nicpon) Buchalski. On September 19, 1953, Hank married Carole M. Whitmire in the former Our Lady of the Rosary Church. She predeceased...Obituary
Vernon Markant 1942 - 2024Vernon Henry Markant, age 81, was received into the arms of his loving Savior on April 6, 2024. Vernon was born in Linden, NJ to Rev. Frederick and Evelyn (Tetlus) Markant on July 1, 1942. On August 6, 1966, he married Beverly (Waldheim) Markant. Vernon was a wonderfully loving and generous husband, father,...Obituary
Stephen Carter 1940 - 2024Stephen J. Carter, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. He was born in Olyphant, Pennsylvania on July 9, 1940, a son of the late John and Mary [Kelly] Carter. He moved to Niagara Falls, NY with his family, in 1942. Mr. Carter attended Sacred Heart School and graduated from Bishop Duffy High...Obituary
Donald Peterson 1931 - 2024Donald W. "Don" Peterson was born in Niagara Falls, NY on December 16th, 1931. He passed away peacefully on March 2nd, 2024. Don grew up in Ransomville, graduated from Wilson High School and served in the United States Navy. He worked for over 30 years for Massy Ferguson in both their Farm Equipment and Industrial...Obituary
Beatrice M. Beyer 1934 - 2024Beatrice M. Beyer, 89 of Niagara Falls, NY passed on April 8, 2024 at her residence. Born in Niagara Falls, Ontario, she was the daughter of the late William and Lizzie (Bollen) Alderton. Beatrice was employed at Canadian Bell Telephone in Ontario as an operator. On November 3, 1951 she married Lawrence J. Beyer...Obituary
Michael H. Augustino 1933 - 2024Michael H. Augustino, 90, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 7, 2024 in Hanco*ck, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late Joseph and Violet (Coleman) Augustino; and the beloved husband of Jean A. (Kalista) Augustino. Michael graduated from Bishop Duffy High School and attended Fork Union Military...Obituary
Daniel J. PenqueDaniel J. Penque, 74, born June 3, 1949, peacefully went home to be with The Lord on April 6, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. He is now reunited with his beloved wife and love of his life, Patricia C. (Curcio) Penque, who preceded him in passing on August 25, 2016. Daniel was born to the late Angelo and Loretta...Obituary
Dr. James Ritchlin, DPM 1937 - 2024Dr. James David Ritchlin, DPM died peacefully on Easter morning, March 31, 2024. In his last weeks he was surrounded by family and friends. Jim was born September 6, 1937 in Niagara Falls, NY to John and Margaret (nee Brodie) Ritchlin. He attended Stella Niagara and Niagara Falls High where he began his lifelong...Obituary
Nancy Daggett 2024Nancy Saunders Daggett passed away peacefully at the age of 87 in the comfort of home and the company of family on March 20, 2024. Born April 23, 1936, to Helen and Ted Saunders, Nancy led a life filled with grace, generosity, and service to others. Growing up in Swarthmore, PA, the second of four siblings, it was...Obituary
Rita Jekielek 1938 - 2024Rita G. Jekielek, age 85, of Lewiston died Monday, April 1, 2024, at Mount St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston. Rita was born August 19, 1938, in Detroit, MI, the daughter of the late Frank and Genevieve (Mroczkowski) Stark. She married Alexander Jekielek, Jr. on September 13, 1958, and they moved to Lewiston in 1963....Obituary
Agnes (Reid) Woodward 1940 - 2024Agnes Mae "Aggie" (Reid) Woodward, 84, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed from this life on March 29, 2024. Born on March 22, 1940 in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada, she was the daughter of the late William Clayton Reid and the late Mabel Agnes (Hedley) Reid and the wife of the late Deuel C. Woodward. Aggie volunteered...Obituary
Glenn Smith 1951 - 2024Glenn Smith, 72, formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, passed on March 30, 2024. Born and raised in Niagara Falls, he was a 1970 graduate of NFHS. He was proud of his Native heritage, being a member of the Mohawk Tribe from the Six Nations, Canada. He was an avid sports enthusiast, being a lifelong Buffalo Bills and...Obituary
Cynthia VirtuosoCynthia Virtuoso, 81, of Lewiston, NY, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late James 'Shorty' and Philomena 'Fannie' (Ungaro) Ryan. Cindy was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School and longtime member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. On...Obituary
Beverly Adams 1932 - 2024Beverly J. Adams, of the Town of Wheatfield, NY, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at Niagara Hospice House, Lockport, NY. She was born in North Tonawanda, NY, on October 26, 1932, a daughter of the late Norman and Catherine [Langbehn] Martin. Mrs. Adams graduated from Wilson High School. She was a clerk...Obituary
Jean Ingalls 2024Jean Muir Ingalls, known as Beanie to her family and friends, a longtime resident of Wilmington, DE, died Wednesday the 27th of March at Country House. She had recently turned 100 years of age. Beanie is predeceased by her son William, her husband of 53 years, Robert, and her great-grandson Hudson Muir...Obituary
Constance Irene LeBlondConstance Irene LeBlond, 101, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at O.L.P Nursing Care Residence. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late William and Edith (Jessup) Laughlin; and the beloved wife of 78 years to the late William LeBlond. Connie was a graduate of...Obituary
Ethel Blackwell 1928 - 2024Ethel Grace Blackwell, age 95, of Lewiston died Sunday, March 24, 2024, at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport. She was born July 29, 1928, in Mildmay, Ontario, the daughter of the late Charles and Oleva (Schmidt) Jasper and they moved to Lewiston shortly thereafter. Ethel attended Stella Niagara where she became an...Obituary
Angeline 'Angie' KujawaAngeline 'Angie' Kujawa, 91, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on March 25, 2024 at Our Lady of Peace Health Care Facility in Lewiston, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Angelo A. and Maria (Paonessa) Mussari. Angie attended local schools graduating from Niagara Falls High School in...Obituary
Douglas Jones, Sr. 1948 - 2024Douglas W. Jones, Sr., of Sanborn, NY passed away March 26, 2024. He was born February 8, 1948 in Niagara Falls, NY, son of the late Omar and Winifred (VanGorder) Jones. Mr. Jones served in the US ARMY where he received a Purple Heart. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He liked spending time with his nephew David...Obituary
Susan Isaacs 1948 - 2024Susan C. Isaacs, RN, of Lewiston, NY was born on December 19, 1948 and entered into rest on March 25, 2024. She is survived by her husband, William and daughter, Shelley. Memorial contributions may be made to Save A Pet of Niagara County or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. All services are private. Susan's...Obituary
Helen Cap 1928 - 2024Helen L. Cap, 95, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at Erie County Medical Center. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on August 11, 1928 she was the daughter of the late Stanislaus and Mary (Dlugosz) Sekula. She is survived by her children, Janice (Michael) Jakubowski of Port Charolette, Florida and...Obituary
Alice Passmore 1947 - 2024Alice L. Passmore, 76, died on March 20, 2024, in Pittsburgh (PA) after a long illness. She was born on October 12, 1947, in Niagara Falls (NY), the daughter of Francis and Lillian (Cooper) Gallagher. In 1969, Alice married David L. Passmore, who lives in Pittsburgh (PA). Over the years, she and David lived in...Obituary
Lillian Morden 1923 - 2024It is with sadness that we announce the death of Lillian "Louise" Morden, a proud long-time resident and business owner (together with her late husband Paul) in Niagara Falls and Lewiston. Louise recently celebrated her 100th birthday at a grand party attended by relatives and friends. She was born on December 2,...Obituary
Danielle Brewer 1966 - 2024Danielle Brewer gained her wings peacefully Tuesday March 19, 2024. Home going services are at St. John's AME, Thursday March 28. Viewing is 12 PM, service at 1 PM. Arrangements by MJColucci Funeral HomeObituary
Beverly Jeffery 1937 - 2024Beverly B. Jeffery, age 86, of Ransomville, died Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport. Beverly was born April 8, 1937, in Niagara Falls, NY, the daughter of the late Charles E. and Jean A. (Newing) Bills. They moved to Ransomville, and she has been a resident for over 80 years. Beverly was...Obituary
Bonnie Bolton (Balys)Bonnie Marie Bolton, 62, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 18, 2024 under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born in Cheektowaga, NY and raised in the Town of Niagara, NY, she was the daughter of Joan Bolton and the late Paul Bolton. Bonnie graduated from Niagara Wheatfield in 1979 and worked as a cosmetologist for...Obituary
Eva Rapisardi 1927 - 2024Eva Rapisardi, 97, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 18, 2024 at Niagara Hospice House. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Theresa (Donato) Tacconi; and the beloved wife of the late Santo 'Sam' Rapisardi. Eva was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School. For...Obituary
Irvin Brown 1929 - 2024Irvin C. Brown, of Hamburg, entered into rest on March 7, 2024. Beloved husband of Dolores Stefanie (nee Hess) Brown; devoted father of Paul G. (Michele) Brown, Pamela A. (William Hedrick) Fierle, and like a father to Ken Fierle; cherished grandfather of Evan, Ryan, and Brittany; loving son of the late Issac and...Obituary
Theodore Bland 1951 - 2024Theodore J. Bland Jr., 72, of Amherst NY, passed suddenly on Tuesday, March 13th, 2024. Born on August 9th, 1951 in Niagara Falls NY, he was the son of the late Theodore J. Bland Sr. and late Catherine (nee Brenseke) Bland. Ted married his high school sweetheart, Jill J. Peploe, on July 25th, 1974. She predeceased...Obituary
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