Obituaries

Nov 5, 2025

Click here to watch Debbie's Funeral Mass on Saturday, November 15th, 2025 at 11 AM.

Debbie worked for many years as an Administrative Assistant with the Grand Island School District, where she was known for her kindness, patience, and steady care for the students and staff she supported. Her greatest joy in life was being a grandmother,...

Nov 1, 2025

Helen was a retiree from Redlinski Meats in Buffalo, NY.

Reunited with her parents Estella (nee Malek) and Casimer Nowak Sr. and her siblings Casimer Nowak Jr. and Margaret Ziolkowski.

Helen was the beloved aunt of Dawn (Lawrence) Serwacki, Nancy (John) Sotack, and Chris Ziolkowski.

Dear great-aunt of Andolina (Kenny) Schmied, Brandon Ziolkowski,...

Nov 1, 2025

Reunited with her beloved parents, Rose and Mike Mikolajczak. Sandy worked as a Credit Manager at Universal Liquors in Cheektowaga, NY, where she was known for her professionalism and kind spirit.

Sandy was the beloved wife of Jim Godfrey.

Devoted mother of Chris (Sherri) Croce and Nicolle Croce and dear stepmother of Jessica (Steven) Payne...

Oct 31, 2025

At the age of 84, of Buffalo, New York, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born to the late Albert J. and Mary A. (Neidbala) Lake, Mary was a beacon of love and strength, cherished as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was preceded in death by her beloved...

Oct 30, 2025

In loving memory, we remember Ija, a cherished homemaker whose life was marked by unwavering dedication to her family and loved ones.

Ija is reunited with her parents, Alla (nee Dmitrijeva) and Ivan Jakovlevo, and her husband Gleb Demjanenko.

She is survived by her treasured children Victor (Anne) Demjanenko, Michael (Melissa) Demjanenko, Elizabeth (Benedict) Smith,...

Oct 29, 2025

Tony was a Vietnam Veteran who served in the US Navy on the USS Lake Champlain for 6 years. Reunited with his parents Anna (nee D'Elia) and Vincenzo Zona.

Tony worked as an Engineer at Bell Aerospace in Buffalo, NY

Devoted father of Nicholas Zona, Angela Zona and Antonio (Julie) Zona.

Loving grandfather...

Oct 25, 2025

A cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion. Born Genevieve Galuszka on Friday, October 10, 1941, to Carrie (nee Maciejewski) and Edward Galuszka in Buffalo, New York, Jean lived a life filled with warmth and compassion.

A dedicated professional, Jean retired as a secretary from Niagara...

Oct 24, 2025

Esther Fischer, a cherished mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness.

Born on July 17, 1941 in Buffalo, NY to Mary (nee Casseri) and Michael Draicchio.

She poured her heart into her work as a cosmetologist, owning and operating Esther's Beauty Salon in Depew,...

Oct 22, 2025

Joan M. Linkowski, cherished daughter of Frances and Leo Dominczak, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion. She was the beloved wife of Thomas F. Linkowski and a devoted mother to her sons Robert (Tammy) and Matthew Linkowski.

Joan was a loving sister to the late Leo, John, Frederick, Raymond, Norbert Dominczak, and Dorothy...

Oct 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Eugene "Gene" V. Kasprowicz, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who left us peacefully. Gene was the beloved husband of Joan J. (nee Guzdek) and a devoted father to David (Jeanne) Kasprowicz. He took immense pride in being a loving grandfather to Nathan and Matthew, who...

Oct 17, 2025

John Kremblas, beloved husband, devoted father, and cherished grandfather, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love and faith. Son of Stella Denek, John dedicated his life to serving the community as a Snowplow Driver for the Town of Cheektowaga Highway Department.

John is survived by his loving wife, Sylvia (nee Osuch), and his children: Laurie (James...

Oct 13, 2025

Phyllis passed away on October 13, 2025, leaving behind a lasting legacy of love and dedication.

Phyllis worked diligently as a packer at Buffalo Envelope in Buffalo, NY, known for her strong work ethic and warm spirit. She was the wife of the late Anthony Robbins, Sr.

She was the dearest mother to Pam Premo,...

Oct 12, 2025

Nancy Nestorowich, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness. Born on Tuesday, February 22, 1938, in Buffalo, New York, to Josephine (nee Gibalski) and Adam Sendor, Nancy was a beacon of warmth and compassion throughout her life.

As the Bookkeeper and Office Manager at Iroquois Bag Co....

Oct 11, 2025

Michael passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion to his family. He was a dedicated electrician at Nissha in Buffalo, NY. Michael is reunited with his beloved wife Anne Marie (nee Aquila) and his parents, Rose (nee Jones) and Joseph Holewka.

He was the devoted father of Brittany (Joe Szablewski) Holewka and Zachary Holewka....

Oct 10, 2025

Russell G. Mowry, a cherished father, grandfather, and friend, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness.  He was born on Wednesday, October 30, 1946 to Carole Wilk in Buffalo, New York.  Russell devoted many years to his career in sales at Amrex Chemical, where he was known for his integrity and commitment to his work.  He...

Sep 12, 2025

Suzanne worked as a Secretary of Bestway Distribution in Depew, NY, where she was admired for her dedication and kindness. Her memory will forever be treasured by all who knew her, and her spirit will continue to inspire those whose lives she touched.

Reunited with her parents Mary (nee Farley) and George Feldmann.

Suzanne was...

Sep 10, 2025

Patricia "Pat" Panek, a cherished daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully, leaving a legacy of love and creativity.  Born on Saturday, December 20, 1941, in Buffalo, New York, Pat was the daughter of Roman (late Catherine) Panek and Felicia Panek.  She dedicated many years to her career at AM&A's, where she excelled in Ad Design Layouts, showcasing...

Sep 6, 2025

At the age of 97, John was a retired mechanical engineer from the Board of Education.

Reunited with his parents, Frances (nee Wojtulski) and Frank Sirotski, and his wife Joyce (nee Smetansky) Sirotski.

Devoted father of John (Angeline) Sirotski, Christine (Rodney) Johnson, Robert Sirotski, Kathy (Joe) Zangara and late Joanne Marcucci.

Proud grandfather...

Sep 3, 2025

Cherished son of Cathy (nee Macie) and Michael Zawodzinski.

Loving brother of the late Peter Zawodzinski.

Adored grandson of Dorothy (late Frank) Zawodzinski.

Dearest nephew of Therese (Mark) Aquilina, David (Mary) Zawodzinski, Cheryl (late Frank) Zawodzinski, Jamie ( Maureen) Zawodzinski, Peter Macie, Paul Macie and Marge (Peter) Kristall.

Beloved cousin of...

Sep 1, 2025

Sister Mary Blaise, 84, a Felician Sister for 64 years, died in Immaculate Heart of Mary Convent, Buffalo, NY, on September 1, 2025.  The former Genowefa (Genevieve) Surlas was born on January 1, 1941, in Skomielna Czarna, Poland, and was a member of Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish.  She entered the Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary Province...