Obituaries

Aurelia S. Sturman

Aurelia S. Sturman

Jan 16, 2023

Passed away on January 16, 2023, Surrounded by her family. Aurelia's life was fulfilled as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Services were held privately.

Raymond “Ray” Joseph Kilanowski

Raymond “Ray” Joseph Kilanowski

Jan 16, 2023

Raymond Joseph Kilanowski was born on Sunday, January 31, 1937 to Celia (nee Olejniczak) and Alexander Kilanowski in Buffalo, New York. He lived in Buffalo and attended Emerson High School and graduated in 1955. He lived in Buffalo until he and his family moved to Arizona in 1976 where he remained and worked for AT&T for over 40+ years...

Joyce A. Kwiatkowski

Joyce A. Kwiatkowski

Jan 6, 2023

Joyce Ann was born on Saturday, September 22, 1951 to Irene (nee Chrobak) and Henry Kwiatkowski in Buffalo, New York.

She was the loving sister of Paul (late Luz) Kwiatkowski.  Proud aunt of Joseph Kwiatkowski.  She is also survived by aunts, uncles and many cousins.

Family will be present on Wednesday, January 11th from...

Rose C. Mikolajczak

Rose C. Mikolajczak

Jan 1, 2023

Rose C. Mikolajczak, passed away at Williamsville Suburban Nursing Home, in Amherst, New York, at the age of 94.

Rose who was the "Queen of Cooking in the Oven" also enjoyed Gardening, Painting, Traveling with the Senior's Groups, and Crocheting, but most of all, being able to spend precious time with her grandchildren.

She was...

Sister Mary Raymond Kasprzak, Cssf

Sister Mary Raymond Kasprzak, Cssf

Dec 30, 2022

Sister Mary Raymond , 82 , a Felician Sister for 6 4 years, died at Garden Gate Health Care Facility, Cheektowaga , NY, on December 30 , 20 22 .  The former Rosalie Kasprzak was born on September 9, 1940 , in Buffalo, NY to Chester and Anne (Wojtaszak) Kasprzak , and was a member of St. Adalbert...

Dr. Ronald E. Zydowicz

Dr. Ronald E. Zydowicz

Dec 26, 2022

At the age of 88, A caring Doctor of Optometry for over 50 years, and a Hospital Corpsman in the US Navy.

He was a cherished son of the late Marie (nee Nowakowski) and the late Edmund Zydowicz.

Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Mikolajek) Zydowicz.

Devoted father of Leah (Christopher) Dukat and Erica...

Anna L. Glinski

Anna L. Glinski

Dec 25, 2022

At the age of 93, a Production Worker retiree with 27 Years of service at Arcata Graphics, in Depew New York, Anna (nee Tatta) Glinski, cherished the time she had with her grand and great-grandchildren, enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, going to Bingo and making her famous Lasagne, for all to enjoy. Beloved wife of the late Richard Glinski, who predeceased...

Karen M. Noe

Karen M. Noe

Dec 21, 2022

At the age of 68, a retired Nurses Aide at Furgala Nursing Home in Cheektowaga, NY.

Beloved wife of the late James Noe and devoted mother of the late Sarah Noe.

Dearest daughter of the late Dorothy (nee Karkowski) and the late Robert Baldyga.

Dearest sister of Kathleen (late Kenneth) Kubala and the...

Michael L. Stachowski

Michael L. Stachowski

Dec 17, 2022

At the age of 65, a former Mechanic at CarQuest in Hamburg, NY.

Cherished son of Raymond (late Virginia) Stachowski and the late Geraldine (nee Mullins) Kulesz.

Dearest brother of William Kulesz.

Loving cousin of The Lew Family.

The family will be present Tuesday, December 20, 2022 from  3-6 PM...

James M. Gawron

James M. Gawron

Dec 16, 2022

A retired Car Knocker with over 35 years of service to CSX Rail Transportation, James M. Gawron, passed away at Kenmore Mercy Hospital at 68 years of age.

Known as Jimmy to his friends, he enjoyed his music playing the Guitar and Harmonica with friends whenever possible. He also cherished spending time with his grandchildren, teaching them...

Robert P. Pawlak

Robert P. Pawlak

Dec 11, 2022

A retired Weight Sale builder for B&J Scales in Texas, Robert P. Pawlak, passed away at Elderwood at Lockport, in Lockport, New York at age 80.

He was born on Monday, July 6, 1942, the beloved son of the late Frances (nee Kawalerski) Pawlak and the late Edward Pawlak.

A devoted brother of Mary Jane...

Helen P Newman

Helen P Newman

Dec 10, 2022

Helen P. Newman, passed away at Elderwood Hamburg Health Care Center, at the age of 104.

Born on Tuesday, November, 12th, 1918, the daughter of the late Anna (nee Polcyn) Strong and the late John Strong. Helen enjoyed Reading, Bingo, and playing card games with family and friends.

She was the beloved wife of the...

Elaine Todd

Elaine Todd

Dec 7, 2022

Elaine retired from the New York State Department of Labor in 2001 where she worked for 37 years. Starting there as the Secretary, she worked her way up to various Administrative and Management positions. Elaine was also heavily involved in public employee union activities: contract negotiations, labor management, and grievance processes.

In 2004, she became a volunteer...

Leah A. Maher

Leah A. Maher

Dec 6, 2022

Suddenly at the age of 34, a devoted daughter of Mary (nee Cani) and the late Joseph T. Maher.

Loving mother of Morrison.

Dear sister of Joseph (Jean) Maher and Sean (Tiffany Pierog) Maher.

Dearest aunt of Shane Maher, Maddie Maher, Jacob Maher and late Jonathan Maher.

Fond niece of Patty...

William "Bill" Daigler

William "Bill" Daigler

Dec 5, 2022

At the age of 85, a former Deacon for over the past 10 years, at Maryvale Drive Presbyterian Church. Bill was also a US Army Veteran and a member of the 101st Airborne Division.

Beloved husband of the late Cynthia (nee Trell) Daigler.

Devoted father of Kelly (Ken) Liszewski.

Loving companion of Susan...

William S. Brown, Sr

William S. Brown, Sr

Nov 24, 2022

A retired Tool and Die maker, William S. Brown, Sr., passed away at Buffalo Mercy Hospital at 79.

William worked at Trico for over 25 till it closed and then at the GM Delphi Plant, in Lockport for over 15 years till his retirement.

He also enjoyed working at the D'Youville Kavinoky Theater as a...

Peter Zawodzinski

Peter Zawodzinski

Nov 19, 2022

At the age of 38, Peter worked as an EMT prior to going to school at D'Youville University, where he was studying to be a P hysician Assistant. Peter was going to be receiving his White Coat this coming May. Peter was also a volunteer at the Buffalo City Misson. When Peter was two years old he started to...

Sister Mary Andrew Wiercinski

Sister Mary Andrew Wiercinski

Nov 19, 2022

Sister Mary Andrew Wiercinski, 89, a Felician Sister for 71 years, died in Mercy Hospital, Buffalo, NY, on November 19, 2022.   The youngest of five children, the former Leona Wiercinski was born on March 27, 1933, in Erie, PA, and was a member of St. Hedwig Parish. Sister entered the Buffalo Province of the Felician Sisters on July 16,...

Michael A Gach

Michael A Gach

Nov 14, 2022

A retired Banquet Manager with over 30 years of service at Salvatore's Italian Garden, in Depew, New York, Michael A. Gach, passed away at Buffalo General at the age of 69.

In his many years in the Food Service Industry, Michael was always loyal to the employees under his care and trained them to be the best...

Raymond F. Kania

Raymond F. Kania

Nov 13, 2022

At the age of 60 the son of the late Rosalia Malachina and Ignacy Kania.

Dear brother of Victor (Darlene) Jaroszewicz, Joe Jaros, Adam Jaroszewicz and Richard Jaroszewicz.

A lifelong friend of 23 years to John Peters.

Raymond is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great nieces and nephews....