Obituaries

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

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.

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

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

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,...

James Durda

Dec 9, 2023

At the age of 83, James was a former Woodworker.

Devoted son of the late Florence (nee Malachowska) and Walter Durda Sr.

Loving brother of late Walter "Lefty" Durda Jr. and late Stefania "Taffy" (Anthony) DiCenzo

Dear uncle of Anthony R. DiCenzo, Deborah Wysocki and Donna Robshaw.

James is also survived...

Philip J. Kurzanski

Dec 9, 2023

At the age of 78, a cherished son of the late Agnes (nee Ward) and Ferdinand Kurzanski.

Beloved husband of the late Joanne (nee Moon). Kurzanski.

Devoted father of Joanne (Brian) Leistner, Janice (Chris) Klyczek and the late Judith Hardy.

Loving grandfather of Joleen, Stephanie, Steven (Annmarie), Crystal, Jamie (Matt), Kaleb (Gabby), Brianna,...

Victor J. Styn

Nov 30, 2023

At the age of 68, a cherished son of the late Elizabeth (nee Schmidt) and Victor G. Styn.

Vic retired from Cheektowaga Central School District where he worked as a Technology Teacher.

Vic joined Doyle 1 Volunteer Fire Company on April 15, 1981. During his 42 years of service to the community, he held the...

Eleanor Jusiak

Nov 21, 2023

At the age of 97, Eleanor retired from Westinghouse where she worked on an Assembly Line.

Fond daughter of Anna (nee Koziel) and Vincent Lewandowski.

Beloved wife of the late Edwin S. Jusiak.

Devoted mother of Barbara (late Dale) Niehus.

Dearest sister of the late Rita (late Al) Klopf.

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Anthony A. Tripi

Nov 18, 2023

Anthony A. Tripi was born on Thursday, December 3, 1953 to Geraldine (nee Irwin) and Joseph Tripi in Buffalo, New York.  He was a trackman for CSX Railroad.

Anthony was the beloved husband of the late Kathleen (nee Wagner).

Loving father of Michele (James) Pieczynski and Susan (Ronald Jr.) Skierczynski.

Fond grandfather of...

Pamela Ann Walters

Nov 18, 2023

Pamela was born on Wednesday, April 29, 1953 to Clara (nee Fetto) and Lawrence Gillette in Tonawanda, New York.

Pam was the beloved wife of Robert J. Walters.

Loving mother of Franklin R. Aguirre and stepmother of Christopher R. Walters and Jamie M. Walters.

Cherished grandmother of Grace and Julian Aguirre, Elise Walters,...

Anna Szeglowski

Nov 18, 2023

A former Assembler at Greatbatch, in Clarence, New York, Anna (nee Slowik) Szeglowski passed away at Mercy Hospital, in Buffalo, New York at the age of 69.

Anna was the beloved wife of Julian M. Szeglowski.

The devoted mother of Maria (Robert) Junge and Anthoni Szeglowski and proud grandmother of Noah, Alexander, and Dominik.

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Andrew J. Burgio

Oct 19, 2023

A Building Maintenance Engineer at ARC, a Human Services ~ Civil Rights Advocacy group in Williamsville, Andrew J. Burgio, passed away in Orlando, Florida, at the age of 74.

Andy was a 25-year Veteran of the Niagara Falls International Air Force Base and served with the Air Force Reserves 914th tag Division. He was also a  member...

Dorothy J. Dixon

Oct 16, 2023

A retired Office Manager with over 30 years of service at Sodexo, Dorothy J. Dixon, passed away at Elderwood Health Care at Cheektowaga, at 87 years of age.

Serving at Sedexo, which was formerly known as Marriott Management Services and Service Systems at the start of her career there, Dorothy, was always the friendly smiling face in...

Eugenia Ann Kloc

Oct 13, 2023

At the age of 69, a devoted daughter of the late Antoinette (nee Zydlewska) and the late Eugene Kozlowski.

Dear wife of the late Richard A. Kloc.

Loving mother of Anthony Misiak and the late Tammy Jean Misiak; fond grandmother of Noah, Madison, and Jordan Misiak and their mother Jamie Dengos.

Dear sister...

Raymond R. Stachowski

Oct 10, 2023

At the age of 88, Ray owned and operated Ray Stack Garage in Buffalo, NY.

Cherished husband of the late Virginia K. (nee Kwiecien) Stack.

Devoted father of April Stack and the late Michael Stachowski.

Beloved son of the late Bertha and late Louis Stachowski and son-in-law of the late Elizabeth and late...

Annabel Klimeczko

Oct 9, 2023

After serving as the first uncertified comfort dog and greeter at the Pietszak Funeral Home for 12 years and 2 months. Annabel who was almost 13 passed away peacefully this morning. She will be greatly missed by all. Annabel was the cherished Child of Janine Klimeczko and John Corda.

A playful sister of Archie Klimeczko.

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