Obituaries

Theresa B. Rozmus

Theresa B. Rozmus

Jan 19, 2024

At the age of 82, a retired Elevator Operator and Clerk at Victor's Furniture Store and AM&A's in Buffalo, NY.

Beloved wife of late Michael J. Rozmus.

Devoted mother of Michael T. (Linda) Rozmus.

Loving grandmother of Michael P. and Luke Rozmus.

Dearest daughter of the late Mary (nee Kuciel) and...

Neal F. Okonzak, Sr.

Neal F. Okonzak, Sr.

Jan 19, 2024

At the age of 60, Neal was a carpenter for Comfort Windows in Tonawanda, NY.

Beloved companion of Cheryl Bargnesi.

Devoted father of Kyle Okonzak and Neal Okonzak Jr. and stepfather of Ryan Fisher and Michael Kelleher Jr.

Loving grandfather of Neal Okonzak III.

Cherished son of Pearl Beatrice and Jerome...

John P. Topolski Jr.

John P. Topolski Jr.

Jan 19, 2024

John was retired from the University of Buffalo in Buffalo, NY where he worked as a Custodian.

He passed away in Lancaster, NY at the age of 99 a devoted son of the late Barbara (nee Kon) and John Topolski Sr.

Beloved husband of the late Florence T (nee Kosciuk) Topolski.

Loving brother...

Edward J. Lelonek, Jr.

Edward J. Lelonek, Jr.

Jan 19, 2024

At the age of 72, Edward Owned and Operated Lelonek Agency in Cheektowga, NY where he retired as an Insurance Agent.

A devoted son of the late Sophie (nee Wieszczecinski) and the late Edward Lelonek, Sr.

Beloved husband of Regina (nee Czekaj) Lelonek.

Devoted father of Shay (John) Russ and Corren Short.

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Ann Marie Kosowski

Ann Marie Kosowski

Jan 17, 2024

At the age of 94, a beloved daughter of the late Viola and Stanley Bycina.

Beloved wife of the late Thaddeus Kosowski.

Devoted mother of Sharon (Don) Moon, Kevin (late Joanne)Kosowski, and Jeffry Kosowski.

Loving grandmother of Chelsea and Alexandria Kosowski, Jackie Bogucki, Missy Moon and the late Gary Bartlomiejczak.

Fond...

David H. Weber

David H. Weber

Jan 17, 2024

At the age of 67, a former employee at Custom Canvas in Buffalo, NY.

Beloved husband of Diane (nee Ernest) Weber.

Devoted father of Amy Weber and Mark (Tina Alabisi) Weber.

Loving grandfather of Tristyn Jackson, Trinity Cain, Braden Weber and Dominic Weber.

Dearest son of the late Velma and William...

Darlene Marie Deubell

Darlene Marie Deubell

Jan 16, 2024

At the age of 62, a devoted daughter of Carol Ann and late Edmund J. Dziamski, Jr.

Beloved wife of late Mickey Hession.

Loving mother of Richard (Shannon) Coons, Christopher (Emily) Coons and Jessica (Robert) Brady.

Dear grandmother of Alyssa, Zack, Julie, Brianna, Gabby, Riley, Caden and Liam.

Fond great-grandmother of...

Stanley J. Bernys

Stanley J. Bernys

Jan 16, 2024

At the age of 76, a former Postal Clerk for the United States Postal Service in Buffalo, NY.

Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Kosnikowski) Bernys.

Devoted father of Daryl (Julie), Todd (Minser), and the late Derek Bernys.

Loving grandfather of Jett, Skyla, Alexis, and Ethan Stanley.

Dearest brother of Ronald (Susan)...

Dennis W. Miller, Sr.

Dennis W. Miller, Sr.

Dec 31, 2023

At the age of 68,a retired custodian from Roswell Park Cancer Institution in Buffalo NY.

Beloved husband of the late Katherine (nee Jackson) Miller.

Loving father of MaryEllen (Raul) Estela and the late Dennis W. Miller, Jr..

Cherished grandfather of Mariah (Cody) Whitlock and Ryan Mercer.

Fond great-grandfather of Jameson Whitlock....

Allison Lynn Godzich

Allison Lynn Godzich

Dec 30, 2023

Allison Lynn was born on Monday, March 2, 1987 in Buffalo, New York.

Loving daughter of Norine Hajduk-Godzich and Ronald (Marie) Godzich.

Devoted mother of Xavier Godzich.

Dearest twin sister of Steven (Cheri) Godzich and dearest sister of Nicholas Godzich and Eddie Vitaris.

She is also survived by many aunts, uncles,...

Bernard R. Stevens

Bernard R. Stevens

Dec 27, 2023

Bernard R. Stevens was born on Friday, August 7, 1959, to Betty H. (nee Hock) and Bernard D. Stevens in Troy, New York.  He was a salesman for Joseph A. Banks in Williamsville, NY.  Bernie was the lead singer in Circuit Breakers, Burnt Orange, Groove Juice and Silkat6.

He was the beloved husband of Elena Salazar-Stevens.

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Mary Lou Vegalaboy

Mary Lou Vegalaboy

Dec 27, 2023

At the age of 67, Mary Lou was a volunteer at St. Anthony's in Lackawanna, NY.

A beloved daughter of the late Lucille (nee Mondie) and the late Vincent VegaLaBoy.

Devoted sister of Alise (Patrick) Flanagan, Anthony (Sonia) VegaLaBoy, late Lucy (Paul) Kelley, Catherine VegaLaBoy and Christine (Thomas) Caple.

Mary Lou is also...

Kevin R. Betty

Kevin R. Betty

Dec 27, 2023

Devoted father of Krystalin Betty, Amanda Green and Cecilia Green.

Beloved son of late Katherine (nee Metcalf) and late Stephen V. Betty.

Loving grandfather of Jaxson, Olivia, Lexi, Lily, Kiersten, Michael, Leah, Faith, Mark Jr. and Kirra.

Dearest brother of Vincent Betty, Stephen J. Betty, Vonda Colindres and Jeremy Betty.

Fond...

Linda M. Osinski

Linda M. Osinski

Dec 26, 2023

Linda Mary Osinski (Phillips), 67, of Buffalo, NY, passed away surrounded by loving family and friends and joined the Kingdom of Heaven on December 26, 2023.

After graduating from Erie Community College with a degree in Construction Tech, Linda enjoyed a long and successful career where she eventually retired from Lincare in 2021.  Linda was an avid...

Anna Teluk

Anna Teluk

Dec 23, 2023

Anna was the beloved wife of late Mychajlo Teluk and late Danylo Hoszowsky.

Devoted stepmother of Walter Teluk and Roman (Maria) Teluk.  Loving grandmother of Victoria (David) Chmielowiec, Christopher Teluk and Michael Teluk.  Fond great grandmother of Aurora Chmielowiec. Dearest aunt of Irene Slawycz.

Family will be present on Thursday, December 28th from 5-7...

Sister Mary Camille Bet, Cssf

Sister Mary Camille Bet, Cssf

Dec 20, 2023

Sister Mary Camille Bet, 98, a Felician Sister for 79 years, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at Holy Name of Mary Convent in Mississauga. A native of Buffalo, New York, the former Genevieve (Jean Marie) Bet, attended St. John Kanty's School where she was taught by the Felician Sisters. She desired to be a Felician Sister...

Kathleen Palma

Kathleen Palma

Dec 17, 2023

At the age of 73, a retired Secretary from Catholic Health in Buffalo NY.

Beloved wife of the late Richard Palma.

Devoted mother of Regina (Thomas) Cone and Joseph Palma and dear stepmother of Robin (Brian) Gantt, Rick Palma, Heather (David) Jones.

Loving nana of Caitlin, Michael, Stephen, Charlotte, and Ella Cone.

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James R. Edwards, Jr.

James R. Edwards, Jr.

Dec 16, 2023

At the age of 61, James retired from Buffalo Auto Recovery, where he worked as a Tow Truck Operator.

James was a cherished son of the late Geraldine (nee Lyba) and late James Edwards, Sr.

Beloved husband of Dawn (nee Jurkiewicz) Edwards.

Devoted father of Nicole (Matt Straw) Edwards, Sean Edwards, James Edwards...

Gary E. Ciapa

Gary E. Ciapa

Dec 15, 2023

At the age of 70, a retired Baker at Market in the Square.

Gary is survived by Marcia (nee Coppola) Ciapa.

Dear father of Renee Pieczynski, Gary F. (Michele) Ciapa and the late Samuel J.Ciapa.

Gary was also a loving grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and nephew.

Services were held privately.

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Mark A. Miller

Mark A. Miller

Dec 12, 2023

At the age of 49, Mark was a beloved fiancé to Renee Horn.

Beloved husband of late Renae (Smodics) Miller.

Devoted father of James Miller and Marcus (Alicia Austin) Miller;

Cherished son of Linda Klubek and late Albert Steele Jr.

Dearest brother of Kenneth Miller, Tina Ruppert, Sharon (Jim Miller) Steele,...