Obituaries

Jun 15, 2022

Robert James Olejniczak was born on Tuesday, December 3, 1940 to Mary (nee Krempka) and Anthony Olejniczak in Buffalo, New York.  Robert was a proud US Marine Veteran serving from 1958 to 1962.  He was a Commercial Driver for Le Mac in Buffalo, New York.

Robert was the beloved husband of Jo Ann (nee Bosz).  A devoted...

Jun 14, 2022

At the age of 85, a loving son of the late Stephania (nee Rakowski) and Steven Grabowski.

Beloved husband of Marcia (nee Kankiewicz) Grabowski.

Dearest brother-in-law of Genevieve Burgio.

Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Relatives and friends are invited to assemble for a Mass of Christian Burial at...

Jun 14, 2022

A former Sausage Maker at Wardynski Meats, for over 15 years, Alexander "Al" Cwudzinski, passed away at Sisters of Charity Hospital, in Buffalo, New York at the age of 66. Al always had a funny story to make you laugh, always looking out for his neighbors' welfare and particularly loved animals, especially his Fur-Baby Cats, that he took care of...

Jun 9, 2022

At the age of 63, a former Building Engineer at Benerdson Development Company in Buffalo NY. Richard was a United States Veteran who served in the Marines from 1976 to 1982.

A son of the late Helen (nee Lipka) and Richard Imiola Sr.

Beloved husband of Nancy Marie (nee Hanlon) Imiola.

Devoted father...

Jun 8, 2022

At the age of 79 a loving daughter of Ella and S. Edward Capitano.

Beloved wife of the late Anthony T. Nardozzi.

Loving mother of Anthony (Sue) Nardozzi and Traci A. (Lawrence Dorchak) Calandra.

Dearest grandmother of Brittany (fiance Timothy Ecker) Calandra, Maria (fiance Michael Smith) Nardozzi and Drew (Jenn) Celestino.

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Jun 6, 2022

An office worker for over 57 years, at Chudy Paper Company, a supplier to the Facility Solutions Industry, Alfred R. "Freddie" Wozniak, passed away at Kenmore Mercy Hospital, in Tonawanda, New York, at the age of 92.

Alfred served as a Corporal in the US Army Military Police Company, during the Korean War. He was also a...

May 27, 2022

At the age of 94, a former Seamstress in Buffalo, NY.

Beloved wife of late Louis Ariemma.

Devoted mother of Jane (late Jack) Hollerman, Alexander Ariemma, and Christine (Mark) Huff.

Loving grandmother of Nicole (Marc) VanderDoes and Justin (Sarah) Hollerman.

Fond great grandmother of Niko VanderDoes.

Dearest sister of...

May 26, 2022

A former Presidential Assistant at the Moscow Clinic, Kornelia Natalia Gladkaia, passed away at Buffalo, Mercy Hospital, at the age of 80.

She was the beloved wife of Boris Gladki.

The devoted mother of Irene (Andrei) Prutkov and loving grandmother of Ivan (Shannon) Prutkov.

A dearest daughter of the late Nikolai Zownir and...

May 25, 2022

At the age of 70, a retired Housekeeping Supervisor at ECMC Hospital in Buffalo, NY.

Susan was the devoted daughter of the late Stella (nee Majchrzak) and Bill Ziemczonek.

Loving sister of Anthony (Audrey) Ziemczonek.

Beloved aunt of Michael (Leigh) Ziemczonek, Tracey (Chris) Korbel, Kristy Thompson and Matt Kasprzyk.

Fond cousin...

May 20, 2022

John Robert was born on Thursday, May 7, 1942 to Irene and Sigmund Palkowski in Buffalo, New York. He was a proud US Army Veteran, and worked as a mail clerk for the United States Postal Service.  He loved fishing, playing pickleball and was an avid Atlanta Braves Fan.

John was the beloved husband of Debbie M....

May 17, 2022

Sister Mary Anita, 87, a Felician Sister for 69 years, died in Immaculate Heart of Mary Convent, Cheektowaga, NY, on May 17, 2022.   The former Lucille Benecki was born on December 4, 1934, in Erie, PA, and was a member of Holy Trinity Parish.  She entered the Buffalo Province of the Felician Sisters on September 6, 1952, and professed...

May 15, 2022

Susan M. Grzechowiak, passed away at the age of 69, embraced by the love of her devoted family and friends in St. Petersburg, Florida.

She was born in Buffalo, New York, on Friday, October 31, 1952, the daughter of the late Edward and late Dolores Grzechowiak and granddaughter of the late Edmund and late Caroline Szymanski, all...

May 15, 2022

A retired beautician at Edie Adams Cut & Curl for over 40 years, Christine A. Smith, passed away unexpectedly at Williamsville Suburban Nursing Home, in Amherst, New York, at the age of 72.

Christine enjoyed gardening, going to Bingo, the Casino, and completing Word Search and Crossword puzzles. She was also an avid Bills Fan and the...

May 13, 2022

At the age of 53, a former Property Manager in Buffalo, NY.

Lisa was a loving mother of Megan (Steven) Shafer and Samantha Giarratano.

Dearest daughter of the late Beverly (Charles) Dettman and the late Vincent Kuczkowski.

Dear sister of Carrie (Danny) DiTursi, Shane (Lynn) Dettman and Sherry (Michael) Passante.

Lisa...

May 13, 2022

A retired Presser with over 48 years of service at M. Wile and Company, Frank "Francis" Maciejewski, passed away at Sisters of Charity Hospital, at the age of 94.

Frank took great pride in tending to his lawn and especially his tomato and other gardens. Why because he liked to eat, and he loved the fact that...

May 11, 2022

Sister Mary Maxine, 95, a Felician Sister for 76 years, died in Immaculate Heart of Mary Convent, Cheektowaga, NY, on May 11, 2022.   The former Agnes Kaminski was born on March 17, 1927, in Erie, PA, and was a member of Holy Trinity Parish.  She entered the Buffalo Province of the Felician Sisters on July 9, 1945, and professed...

May 11, 2022

A retired Project Manager at Bethlehem Steel, Anthony J. Lesakowski, passed away at 74. Over his lifetime, Anthony also worked at Graphic Controls, Buffalo Forge, as a contract worker at Chevy, and most recently at Moore Business Forms Co.

In his younger years, Tony was a Sargeant in the Air Force serving as a Corrosion Control Specialist....

May 10, 2022

Sister Mary Henriella Kakol, 96, a Felician Sister for 79 years, died in Immaculate Heart of Mary Convent, Cheektowaga, NY, on May 10, 2022.   The former Mary Kakol was born on May 17, 1925, in Olean, NY, and was a member of Transfiguration Parish.  She entered the Buffalo Province of the Felician Sisters on July 9, 1942, and professed...

May 7, 2022

At the age of 84, Anthony retired from UPS where he worked as a Truck Driver.

Beloved husband of the late Helen (nee Parzymieso) Ches.

Loving companion of Carol Christiano.

Devoted father of Monica M. Abshire and Anthony M. (Lynne Bryan) Ches.

Loving grandfather of Joseph Abshire.

Fond great-grandfather...

May 6, 2022

At the age of 62 a former Pressman at Designers Folding Box Corporation and at Carton Craft Corporation, Buffalo, NY.

A Beloved son of the late Shirley (nee Morningstar) and Charles F. Caple.

Beloved husband of Christine (nee VegaLaBoy) Caple.

Devoted father of Alissa Caple, T.J. (Kristen) Caple and Charles Caple.

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