Obituaries

Donna M. Reese

Donna M. Reese

Jan 27, 2022

A Sorter at Goodwill Industries for over 20 years, Donna M. Reese, passed away at Sisters of Charity Hospital, in Buffalo, New York, at the age of 53.

Donna was born on Monday, May 27, 1968, the beloved daughter of Robert Lee Reese and the late Candace (nee Sommerfield) Reese.

She was...

Lucille Stiglmeier

Lucille Stiglmeier

Jan 25, 2022

At the age of 85, a retired Supervisor at Carhart Photo in Buffalo, NY.

Dearest daughter of the late Caroline (nee Vistale) and the late John Gallo.

Beloved wife of John Paul Stiglmeier.

Devoted mother of Vincent Aschieri Sr and the late Michael Aschieri.

Loving grandmother of Tina Marie (Charles) Riley,...

Barbara Ann Szetela

Barbara Ann Szetela

Jan 25, 2022

At the age of 67, a dearest daughter of late Richard Szymonek and late Lucille (late Albert) Asrouch. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth J. Szetela. Devoted mother of Kenneth L. (Kimberly) Szetela. Loving grandmother of CSSA  Austin, USN and Taylor. Dearest sister of Lisa (Joseph) Kugel, Sue Ann (Jeffery) Imiola and late Michelle (Wesley) Dorman. Sister in law of...

Robert A. Kwaizer, Sr.

Robert A. Kwaizer, Sr.

Jan 18, 2022

At the age of 58, Owner of PB and B Transportation in Silver Creek, NY.

Loving son of the late Harriet E. (nee Roy) and Daniel C. Kwaizer, Sr.

Devoted father of Robert (Kristina) Kwaizer Jr., Joshua (Amber) Kwaizer and Nicole Kwaizer.

Devoted step-father of Karin (Kevin) Gruber, Candy...

Anne Krafchak

Anne Krafchak

Jan 18, 2022

At the age of 90, Anne was a lifelong Registered Nurse. Anne graduated from Deaconess Nursing School in 1952. Where she began her nursing career at Deaconess Hospital for about 6 years. She then accepted a job with Roswell Park Medical Center where she started in research, then the operating room, and then began working in the anesthesia...

Helen M. Weigand

Helen M. Weigand

Jan 13, 2022

At the age of 89, a retired School Crossing Guard in Buffalo, NY.

Helen was the devoted daughter of the late Katey (nee Idzior) and the late Jozef Rozmus.

Beloved wife of the late James Weigand and partner of the late Benny Adamski.

Devoted mother of James R. (April) Weigand Sr.

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William A. Todd, Jr.

William A. Todd, Jr.

Jan 12, 2022

A retired employee of the University of Buffalo, William A. Todd, Jr. passed away at Mercy Hospital, in Buffalo, New York at the age of 79. William was an avid reader, helped with Meals on Wheels, and did a lot of work for Iron Island.

Born on Saturday, February 21, 1942, the cherished son of...

Iwan Szyryj

Iwan Szyryj

Jan 12, 2022

UPDATED: Due to the Anticipated Inclement Weather: The Funeral Services will be held on TUESDAY at 8:30 AM. (NO SERVICES WILL BE HELD MONDAY.)

At the age of 100, a retired Fork Lift Driver at Harrison Radiators In Lockport, NY

Beloved husband of the late Anna (nee Karpa) Szyryj.

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Dawn Ann Angierski

Dawn Ann Angierski

Jan 12, 2022

Dawn was born April 7th, 1963, she is survived by her mother Shirley Jean Goodenough and father Raymond Edward Grouch, of Townville, SC.

She was a loved sister to the late Cindy Jean Potts and Satina Agnes Grosch. Dawn was a loving mother to Chris Harper and Nicholis Gordon. Loving and caring grandmother of Kendra Feldman, Alexander Murr,...

Mary Ann Hughes

Mary Ann Hughes

Jan 7, 2022

A former Health Care Aide, Mary Ann Hughes, passed away at Mercy Hospital, in Buffalo, New York, at the age of 75. Mary Ann was the beloved wife of Wayne Hughes. She was the devoted mother of David (Tracy) Schwertfeger, Darin (Debbie) Schwertfeger, Keith Schwertfeger, and Brad (Cindy) Schwertfeger. A loving grandmother of Heather (Eric) Boyden, Kelsey (Jeremy) Faulk, Miranda...

Frank S. Wojciechowski

Frank S. Wojciechowski

Jan 6, 2022

A retired Crane Operator at Gibraltar Steel, in Blasdell, New York, Frank S. Wojciechowski, passed away at the age of 81.

He was the beloved husband of the late Ruth (nee Harvey) Wojciechowski.

The devoted father of four children, five grandchildren, and dearest brother of the late Walter.

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Alice I. Miller (Aka Michalski)

Alice I. Miller (Aka Michalski)

Jan 6, 2022

A retired Administrative Assistant for the Research Foundation of New York at Buffalo, Alice Miller, (AKA Alice Michalski), passed away at the Brothers of Mercy Complex, at the age of 80.

Alice was the beloved wife of the late Ronald V. Michalski.

The devoted mother of Linda (Kevin) Gossett, John (Heather) Michalski,...

Arthur J. Spiess

Arthur J. Spiess

Jan 6, 2022

A retired Research Chemist at Roswell Park Comprehensive Care Center, in Buffalo, New York, Arthur Joseph Spiess, passed away at Mercy Hospital, in Buffalo, New York at the age of 75.

Arthur was also a member of the Musicians Local 92 for over 50 years. He also excelled at playing and teaching the Bass Guitar...

Richard E. Brown, Jr.

Richard E. Brown, Jr.

Jan 5, 2022

Married to the love of his life, he was the beloved husband of Jodi (nee Ashmore) Brown and devoted father of Brittni (Brian) Benson, Drew (Bernice) Brown and Danielle Pratts.

A loving PaPa of Hazel Benson, Clementine Benson, Waylon Mejak and, Levi Mejak.

Born on Sunday, October 13, 1957, a devoted son...

Linda M. Glogoza

Linda M. Glogoza

Jan 3, 2022

A toy linesperson for over 20 years at Fisher-Price, Linda M. Glogoza, passed away at Hospice Buffalo, Inc., at the age of 74. After working at Fisher-Price, Linda went to continue with her studies at Medaille College and received her Bachelors of Science and Human Services Degree, and began her new, but brief career, as a Social Worker...

Carol L. Revzin

Carol L. Revzin

Dec 30, 2021

A retired Art Teacher for the Buffalo Public School system, Carol L. Revzin, passed away at Buffalo General Hospital, in Buffalo, New York, at the age of 83.

Carol was born on Friday, July 22, 1938, to the late Marie (nee Novak) Witzleben and the late Henry Witzleben.

She was the beloved...

Diane M Beaudoin

Diane M Beaudoin

Dec 20, 2021

A retired dispatcher at Verizon Communications, Diane Beaudoin, passed away at Kenmore Mercy Hospital at the age of 73. Born Saturday, November 6, 1948, the beloved daughter of the late Mary (nee Groff) Beaudoin and late Arthur Beaudoin.

A loving sister of Carol, Artie (Kathy), Joe (Jan), Marianne (Wayne), Paul, Roseanne, Sue (Ron), Mimi, Bob,...

Robert S. Bachan, Sr.

Robert S. Bachan, Sr.

Dec 19, 2021

At the age of 80, Robert served in the US Army during the Vietnam War.

Robert retired from Bethlehem Steel in Lackawanna, NY where he worked as a laborer.

Robert was the beloved husband of Joan (nee Kistka) Bachan.

Devoted father of Julie Bachan and Robert Bachan Jr.

Loving grandfather of...

Sophia M. Crimi

Sophia M. Crimi

Dec 19, 2021

At the age of 17, a Senior at John F. Kennedy High School in Cheektowaga, NY.

Sophia was the loving daughter of Deanna (TJ Broad) Palmer and Fred (Susan Carney) Crimi.

Dearest sister of Annamarie Crimi, Allison King, Alyssa and Kayla Carney.

Devoted granddaughter of David (Robin) Palmer, Denise (James) Whitmarsh, David (Frances)...

David Warren Hoyden, Sr.

David Warren Hoyden, Sr.

Dec 17, 2021

The retired owner of the former DeVincentis Shoe Store, David Warren Hoyden, Sr. passed away at Elderwood at Amherst, at the age of 85. David ran the DeVincentis Shoe Store for over 40 years after taking it over from his father-in-law, Anthony DeVincentis, and continuing the family shoe business.

David was a US Army Veteran...