Obituaries

Sister Mary Virgilyn Grabowski, Cssf

Sister Mary Virgilyn Grabowski, Cssf

Jan 11, 2025

Sister Mary Virgilyn, 81, a Felician Sister for 63 years, died in Immaculate Heart of Mary Convent, Buffalo, NY, on January 11, 2025.   The former Carol Ann Grabowski was born on December 17, 1943, in Erie, PA, and was a member of Holy Trinity Parish.  She entered the Buffalo Province of the Felician Sisters on June 25, 1961, and...

David N. Smith

David N. Smith

Jan 3, 2025

At the age of 70, a devoted son of the late Norma (nee Wesner) and the late Ralph Smith.

David was a Former Supervisor at Delta Sonic.

Beloved husband of Beverly (nee Igla) Smith.

Devoted father of Krystle Smith and Eric (Brittany) Smith.

Loving grandfather of Alexis Smith.

Dearest...

Patricia M. Emmi

Patricia M. Emmi

Jan 3, 2025

Patricia (nee Szymanski) Emmi passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025, and was born on Tuesday, March 16, 1948, to the late Anastasia (nee Kajdas) Szymanski and late Leonard Szymanski, Sr. in Buffalo, New York.

A retired secretary with over 20 years of service to Gaylord Smythe, Inc., an Investment Broker, in Buffalo, New York, in her...

Bertha "Bert" C. Kaczmarek

Bertha "Bert" C. Kaczmarek

Dec 31, 2024

At the age of 99 a cherished daughter of the late Mary (nee Pachura) and late Walter Kosinski.

Beloved wife of the late Teddy Kaczmarek.

Devoted mother of David (Trisha) Kaczmarek.

Loving grandmother of Adam (Melissa) and Sara Kaczmarek.

Loving great- grandmother of Harper and Quinn.

Dearest sister of...

Irene A. Szymanski

Irene A. Szymanski

Dec 25, 2024

Irene was born on Tuesday, August 6, 1929 to Anna (nee Sarna) and George Wytrawl in Buffalo, New York.

Beloved wife of the late John T. Szymanski.

Devoted mother of Linda (Stephen) Bartkus, Patricia (Gerald) Bittner, Helen (David) Bingenheimer, John (Jenine) Szymanski and Michael (Francesca) Szymanski.

Loving grandmother of Sarah (David) Freeman, Christopher...

Donald R. Gasiewicz, Sr.

Donald R. Gasiewicz, Sr.

Dec 24, 2024

Donald was born on Monday, August 11, 1952 to Theresa (nee Harackiewicz) and Raymond Gasiewicz in Buffalo, New York.

Donald was the beloved husband of Holly (nee Wood).

A devoted father of Donald Jr. (Nicole), Daniel and Darren (Carrie) Gasiewicz.

Loving grandfather of Laurence Gasiewicz and soon to be Baby Girl G.

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Duane L. Darling

Duane L. Darling

Dec 21, 2024

At the age of 59, reunited with his parents Geraldine (nee Ludwik) and Richard Darling.

Fond brother of Kathleen Lawrence, Richard Darling, Michele (Eric) Darling, Martin Darling and Tammy (John) Pasternak.

Loving uncle of Stephanie Darling, Samantha Darling, Adam Darling, Peter Pasternak, Amanda Pasternak, John Lawrence, Lelon Lawrence, Eugene Lawrence, Mitchell Lawrence and the late...

Cathy M. Vegalaboy

Cathy M. Vegalaboy

Dec 19, 2024

At the age of 59, Cathy was a Tim Hortons Connoisseur, she loved going to Tim Hortons every chance she could. She was a Puzzle Enthusiast who enjoyed working on jigsaw puzzles. Cathy had taught herself how to crochet. She loved to gift her family with homemade crocheted items.

A beloved daughter of late Lucille (nee Mondie)...

Robert S. Manuszewski "Bob Mann"

Robert S. Manuszewski "Bob Mann"

Dec 19, 2024

A retired Forman and Supervisor at General Mills after 40 years of service, Robert S. Manuszewski, passed away at Autumn View Health Care Facility in Hamburg, New York, at the age of 90.

Bob was the organizer and leader of the "Faders" Golf Group at Terry Hills Golf Course, in Batavia, New York, where Bob worked part-time...

Michelle "Mitzy" Skrok

Michelle "Mitzy" Skrok

Dec 17, 2024

At the age of 62, a cherished daughter of the late Geraldine (nee Juchniewicz) and the late Walter Crittenden Jr.

Beloved wife of Timothy Skrok.

Devoted mother of Michael (fiancee Natalee Cirino) Evans, Sr. and Nicholas (Lauren Kusmierz) Evans, Sr.

Loving grandmother of Michael Jr., Ariella, Nicholas Jr. and Milania.

Dearest...

Frank J. Wozniak

Frank J. Wozniak

Dec 17, 2024

At the age of 95, Frank was a Private First Class Korean Combat Veteran who served in the Army Infantry from 1951-1952.

Beloved husband of the late Alice (nee Graber) Wozniak.

Devoted father of James (Elizabeth) Wozniak, Kathryn (late Joseph) Wisniewski, Joan (Alan) Carter, Donna (Eugene) Bihari, Sandra (David) Haber and Frank E. (Melody) Wozniak....

Raymond Francis Delucci

Raymond Francis Delucci

Dec 15, 2024

At the age of 77, a cherished son of the late Lucy (Carlo) and late Samuel Delucci.

Survived by his dearest love Doreen Wampler and his sons Raymond W. (Madeline) Delucci Sr. and Anthony J. (Jessica Campogni) Delucci.

Step-children James (Kari) Wampler, Scott (Jessica) Wampler and late Tanya and Chavon Wampler.

Fond grandfather...

Leonard J. Szymanski

Leonard J. Szymanski

Dec 10, 2024

Leonard was born on Thursday, August 6, 1936 to Mary (nee Ciambor) and John Szymanski in Buffalo, New York.  He was a foreman for the Town of Cheektowaga Facilities Department and member of Doyle Hose Company No. 2 in Cheektowaga, New York for over 60 years.

Beloved husband of late Joan (nee Kapturowski).

Devoted father...

Stefan Kablak

Stefan Kablak

Dec 7, 2024

At the age of 77, Stefan was a retiree from Trico where he was a Quality Control Manager in Buffalo, NY.

Beloved son of the late Stefan and Anastasia (nee Kablak) Hladysz.

Stefan was a member of the U.S. Army Reserves. He will always be remembered for his bright smile, his big heart, and his...

Anthony P. Kulik, Sr.

Anthony P. Kulik, Sr.

Dec 1, 2024

Please click the following link for: The Life and Legacy of Anthony Kulik Sr.

Anthony was a retiree from Conrail where he was a Car Inspector in Buffalo, NY.

Beloved husband of the late Wilma Maxine (nee Hastings) Kulik.

Dear father of Anthony Kulik, Jr., Annie (Eugene) Pettit, Edward Kulik, and Kelly (James)...

Frank F. Jarnot, Jr.

Frank F. Jarnot, Jr.

Nov 30, 2024

Frank was retired from the Buffalo Fire Department where he was a Firefighter for 34 years.

Predeceased by his wife Dolores (nee Keele) Jarnot in 2013 and Janet (nee Murphy) Jarnot in 1985, his parents Catherine (nee Rzadkiewicz) and Frank F. Jarnot, Sr. and his brothers Raymond Jarnot, Richard Jarnot and James Jarnot.

Devoted father...

David "Doc" M. Varecka

David "Doc" M. Varecka

Nov 29, 2024

David was born on Wednesday, June 12, 1968 to Marie (nee Ziolkowski) and late Thaddeus "Ted" Wasiewicz Jr. in Lackawanna, New York.  David was a proud Mail Carrier for the United States Postal Service in Buffalo, New York.

A devoted brother of Denise (Jim) Cooke and Daniel Wasiewicz.

Dearest uncle of Emily Bliznik and Allison...

Dennis "Bumpa" M. Osinski

Dennis "Bumpa" M. Osinski

Nov 29, 2024

At the age of 77, a cherished son of the late Florence (nee Sopczyk) and the late Thadeusz Osinski.

Dennis "Bumpa" was the Owner of Osinski Plumbing in Buffalo, NY.

Beloved husband of 55 years to Kathleen Ann (nee Zak) Osinski.

Devoted father of Dennis II (Kelly) Osinski and Todd Osinski.

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Arnold H. Eberlin

Arnold H. Eberlin

Nov 21, 2024

Devoted son of the late Ruby J. (nee Butler) and the late Hans Eberlin.

Cherished brother of Kathleen (Leo) Chrzanowski, Marilyn (Daniel) Beckley, Nancy Eberlin, Alison (late Gary) Bingenheimer and Valerie (Erik Fuller) Eberlin.

Arnold is also survived by several cousins, nieces and nephews.

Services were private.

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Eleanor "Ellie" Wiess

Eleanor "Ellie" Wiess

Nov 20, 2024

At the age of 88, a cherished daughter of the late Annette (nee Germuda) and the late Stephen Krajna.

Beloved wife of the late Edward Wiess.

Devoted mother of Kevin (Jackie) Wiess.

Loving grandmother of Kaitlyn (Nick) Matecki and Krysta (Jon) Grembo.

Fond great-grandmother of Macie, Mara and Charlie.

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