Obituaries

Oct 27, 2024

Sister Mary Francelita, 93, a Felician Sister for 75 years, died in Immaculate Heart of Mary Convent, Buffalo, NY, on October 27, 2024.  The former Stella Machnica was born on March 30, 1931, in Buffalo, NY, and was a member of Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish, Cheektowaga, NY.  She entered the Immaculate Heart of Mary Province of the Felician...

Oct 26, 2024

Sister Paula Marie, 84, a Felician Sister for 66 years, died in Immaculate Heart of Mary Convent, Buffalo, NY, on October 26, 2024.   The former Gertrude Skalski was born on October 1, 1940, in Buffalo, NY, and was a member of Holy Name of Jesus Parish.  She entered the Buffalo Province of the Felician Sisters on June 22, 1958,...

Oct 23, 2024

Anthony Henry Wozniak was born on Wednesday, September 14, 1955 in San Jose, Costa Rica to Anita (nee Vargas) and Steve Wozniak.

He was a casemaker and seamstress at Olmsted Center for Sight in Buffalo, New York.

Anthony was a dear friend of Wilbert Lacy and Michael Coit.

Entombment at Forest Lawn Cemetery,...

Oct 19, 2024

Sister Joseph Marie, 77, a Felician Sister for 57 years, died in Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, Williamsville, NY, on October 19, 2024.   The former Joanne Marczak was born on July 19, 1947, in Buffalo, NY to Natalie (nee Wojcinski) and Joseph Marczak, and was a member of Infant of Prague Parish, Cheektowaga, NY.  She entered the Buffalo Province of...

Oct 16, 2024

Casimer Kawalek was the first son born on Thursday, December 8, 1927 to Marya (nee Wiacek) and Jan Kawalek in Mosciskach, Poland.  He had 3 older sisters and 2 younger brothers.  Casimer was the last of the Polish Army Veterans who served in WWII arriving from Siberian (USSR) internment traveling through Uzbekistan, Iran. Joined the Polish forces under British...

Oct 15, 2024

At the age of 60, a devoted daughter of the late Jean (nee Debski) and the late Manford Butler.

Beloved wife of Dean Irwin.

Devoted mother of Pearl (Keith) Curtis, Gary Irwin, Dean Irwin Jr. and Cody Irwin.

Loving grandmother of Oliver Irwin.

Cherished sister of Joseph (Fran) Butler, Michael (April)...

Oct 14, 2024

Gerard J. was born on Tuesday, May 19, 1936 to Mary and Joseph Kapuscinski in Buffalo, New York.  He was a supervisor for Bells Supermarket in Buffalo, New York.

Gerard was the beloved husband of Mary (nee Gogan).

Devoted father of Deborah (Carl) Lowry, Robert (Becky) Kapuscinski, Ellen (Bruce) Schwertfeger, Gerard (Julie) Kapuscinski, Jr., Barbara...

Oct 10, 2024

Walter Joseph was born on Monday, June 30, 1941 to Eugenia (nee Kon) and Walter H. Przepasniak, in Buffalo, New York.

Walter was the beloved husband of Linda (nee Szafarski).

Devoted father of Kate (Matthew) Grabowski, Jeffrey (Connie) Przepasniak, Justin (Andrea) Przepasniak, Mary Jo Bishop and Amy (Thomas) Breski and devoted step-father of the late...

Oct 6, 2024

Ann D. was born on Friday, May 14, 1926 to Helen (nee Matuszek) and Adelbert Kaczmarek in Buffalo, New York.  She was a retired school crossing guard for the Town of Cheektowaga, New York.

Ann was the beloved wife of the late Harry A. Nieswiadomy since June 14, 1947.

Cherished mother of Diane (Robert) Crowley,...

Oct 5, 2024

Regina Marie was born on Sunday, November 15, 1931 to Veronica (nee Wdzieczny) and Thomas Mielcarek in Medina, New York.

Regina was the beloved wife of the late Robert S. Osuch.

Dearest mother of Sylvia (John) Kremblas

Dear grandmother of Laurie (James C.) Steffan, Hillary (Dave Coco) Kremblas and late Stephen Kremblas.

Oct 4, 2024

A Pillar in the Bowling Community, Elaine was a tireless worker who dedicated her life to bowling. Elaine worked at Broadway Sports Center (formerly King Pin Recreation Centers) since 1977, where she was the program director, youth director, manager and Lead Coordinator. Elaine continued to work at at Broadway Sports Center as an employee until her death.

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Oct 2, 2024

At the age of 77, Paul was a retired Pharmacist at Tops Pharmacy at University Plaza in Amherst, NY.

Predeceased by his loving parents Irene (nee Schlotman) and Charles Schwartzmyer.

Beloved husband of Judith (nee Kicinski) Schwartzmyer.

Devoted father of Celine Charleson and Nicholas (Aiko Ishikawa) Schwartzmyer.

Loving grandfather of Braedyn...

Oct 1, 2024

At the age of 72,  Helen retired from Battistoni Italian Specialty Meats in Buffalo, NY.

Cherished daughter of the late Irene and late Edmund Pawlak.

Beloved wife of the late Lee Krzos.

Devoted mother of Denise (Philip J. Choczynski) Dobucki.

Loving grandmother of Breanna and Philip A. Choczynski.

Dearest...

Sep 25, 2024

At the age of 66, Michael was a retired Truck Driver at Sunset Produce in Buffalo, NY.

Predeceased by his parents Dolores (nee Lapinski) and James Doherty.

Beloved husband of Susan (nee Zielinski) Doherty.

Devoted father of Michael J. Doherty and Dana Doherty.

Loving grandfather of Sophia Doherty.

Michael...

Sep 24, 2024

Beloved wife of the late Frank Olszowka.

Devoted mother of Carol (Thomas) Franczyk, Norbert Olszowka, Robert (Ann) Olszowka and the late Michael Olszowka.

Loving grandmother of Daria (Gordy) Taylor, Kristin (Oscar) Grajales, Abby and Sam Olszowka and fond great grandmother of Oscar, Olivia and Harry Grajales and Ellie Taylor.

Dear sister of Mary...

Sep 23, 2024

At the age of 95, a devoted daughter of the late Boleslawa (nee Rominska) and the late Stanley Gospodarski.

Beloved wife of late Edward Taberski.

Devoted mother of David Taberski, Robert (Tina) Taberski, Paul (late Pat) Taberski and Raymond (Maria) Taberski, Jackie (Chris) Ladowski and Mark Taberski.

Loving grandmother of Brian, Lori, Cheryl...

Sep 19, 2024

Aaron Christopher was born on Friday, December 30, 1988, to Ronald and the late Sandra (nee Stypa) Gronowski.

He grew up in Cheektowaga, where he attended Cleveland Hill High School, Class of 2006. Following graduation Aaron attended ITT Technical Institute where he completed his Bachelor's Degree.  He was an avid Buffalo Bills fan and enjoyed playing "War...

Sep 15, 2024

At the age of 74, Linda was a retired Administrative Assistant at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Care in Buffalo, NY.

Cherished daughter of the late Wanda (nee Skorupski) and late Leon Wieszczecinski.

Devoted sister of Karen (Thomas M.) Bijak and Mitchell Westrum.

Loving aunt of Thomas C. (Amy) Bijak and Kristin A. (Christopher)...

Sep 14, 2024

At the age of 63, Karen worked at Mercy Hospital in Buffalo New York as a Radiology Clerk.

Beloved wife of Michael Jaskula.

Devoted mother of Evan Jaskula.

Dearest sister of Kevin Cole, Barb Sparacino and James (Sharon) Cole.

Dear sister in law of Debbie Jaskula.

Karen is also...

Sep 13, 2024

A retired Operations Manager and Union Steward at Tops Markets in Lancaster, New York, Michael A. Lesakowski, Sr. passed away at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, in Amherst, New York. Michael was the beloved husband of the late Evelyn (nee Galuszka) Lesakowski.

Devoted father of Michael, Jr. (Amy) Lesakowski, Carrie Ann (Patrick) Cosentino, and Todd (Stephanie Smith) Lesakowski....