Obituaries

Mar 26, 2021

At the age of 82, a retired Clerical Employee for the Town of Cheektowaga.

Margaret was the wife of the late Anthony Sisti Sr.

Mother of Maria Sisti, Lisa (Howard) Vaughn, Juliana Krzemien, the late Christopher and estranged son Anthony Sisti Jr.

Nana of Lindsay (Jim) Jakubowski and Courtney (Jimmy) Graziano, Kyle (Gabrielle)...

Mar 17, 2021

A loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend, Alfred A. Waz, passed away at Elderwood Health Care at Cheektowaga, New York, at the age of 86.

Alfred in his younger years enjoyed Running and X-Country Skiing and served in the US Army. After the service, he started out and worked for 25...

Mar 11, 2021

The former Sophie V. Smietana, a retired co-owner, of Kurzanski's Meat and Groceries, at 601 Fulton Street, in Buffalo, New York, that served the "Valley - Old First Ward and Little Hollywood" Neighborhoods of South - East Buffalo, for over 55 Years, passed away of complication after hip surgery, at the age of 102.

Sophie led a...

Mar 9, 2021

The former Elizabeth L. Tobolski, a Baker for over 15 years at Wegmans, on Dick Road, in Cheektowaga, New York, passed away at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, in Amherst, New York, at the age of 72. Prior to working at Wegmans, Elizabeth did transcription work on medical records for Lifetime Medical Group, in Cheektowaga, New York.

Mar 4, 2021

Martha M. Alvira passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the age of 49 on Thursday, March 4, 2021.  Martha was born on November 22, 1971 to the late Mary Ann (nee Juszkiewicz) and Richard Malayny.  She was a maintenance engineer for Buffalo General Hospital, in Buffalo, New York.

Martha was the beloved wife of...

Feb 24, 2021

A retired private Health Care Aide with over 25 years of service, Lottie Miller, passed away at Hospice Buffalo, in Cheektowaga, New York, at the age of 88. Lottie had also previously worked at Markel Electric, operating a stamping machine for 15 years.

After retiring she was able to enjoy Sewing and Embroidery work and...

Feb 22, 2021

Patricia L. Cobo , of Springville, died Monday, February 22, 2021, at her home, at the age of 71. She was born February 26, 1949, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and was always proud to be a "Jersey Girl." She was the daughter of the late Bertha (nee Nye) Krieck and the late Martin Krieck. She was survived...

Feb 22, 2021

John L. Pasinski was the son of the late Georgianna and Casimer Pasinski, he passed away at the age of 72 on Monday, February 22, 2021.  He was a millwright at Cobey in Buffalo, New York. John was the beloved husband of Barbara (nee Davidson) Pasinski.  A devoted father of Timothy (Theresa) Pasinski, William Pasinski and late Melissa Pasinski.  Loving...

Feb 20, 2021

Albert J. Steele, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, on Saturday, February 20, 2021, at the age of 66. He was the owner of Hannah Demolition, Inc. in Buffalo, New York.

He was survived by his dear companion, Linda Klubek.  A loving father of Sharon (Jim) Steele, Albert (Anna) Steele III, Ruthie (Jose) Steele,...

Feb 13, 2021

A former Coordinator, for almost 20 years, at the Thaddeus J. Dulski Community Center, in Buffalo, New York, Wendy M. Grucza, passed away at Buffalo General Hospital, in Buffalo, New York at the age of 62.

Best known as "Miss Wendy" to all in the community, she was the Rock of the East Buffalo Neighborhood. Wendy was...

Feb 11, 2021

At the age of 94, Joseph retired from Erie County Environment and Planning Lancaster Pump Station, where he worked as a Maintenance Supervisor.

A beloved husband of the late Gertrude (nee Manikowski) Halinski.

Son of the late Katherine (nee Domagala) and late Joseph Halinski.

Son-in-law...

Feb 6, 2021

A retired Draftsman with over 25 years of service to the Erie County Water Authority, John Martin Slomba, Jr., passed away at the age of 75.

A 3rd Degree Knight, member, and former Steward of the Knights of Columbus, Fr. Justin Council 5670, John also enjoyed Bowling, the "Penny Slots" at the local Casino's and...

Feb 6, 2021

A former Bakers Assistant at Jet Donut's, in Tonawanda, New York, Bruce T. McMullen, passed away at the age of 62.

Beloved husband of the late Christina (nee Liwak) McMullen and devoted father of Heather McMullen.

Cherished son of the late Thelma (Hoeckh) McMullen and late Bruce E. McMullen.

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Feb 5, 2021

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A retired Parts Driver, with over 30 years of service for the Ford Motor Company, in Woodlawn, New York, Bronislaw Brozyna, passed away...

Jan 26, 2021

At the age of 95, a US Navy Veteran who served during World War II. U.S. Naval Reserve - Selective Volunteer. Mr. Wabick joined the Navy on May 5th, 1944. He left home on May 28th, 1944 with his outgoing unit, where he set off for a 7 week boot camp training. Leo served on the USS Sarasota -...

Jan 25, 2021

A retired auditor with over 20 years of service at HSBC Bank, in Buffalo, New York, Christine R. Angielczyk, passed away at Mercy Hospital, in Buffalo, New York, at the age of 82.

Over the years she enjoyed collecting Precious Moments and Angels, as well as watching the Food Network and Shop LC lost their...

Jan 22, 2021

Gary L. Bartlomiejczak, a Vietnam veteran, who served in the National Guard, a hard and true Buffalo Bills fan, and Pool enthusiast, passed away at home, on Friday, January 22, 2021, at the age of 67.  He was born on Sunday, May 3, 1953, to Mary (nee Gromek) Bartlomiejczak and Leonard Bartlomiejczak, in Buffalo, New York.

Gary...

Jan 22, 2021

A Retired Superintendent, with over 45 years of service, managing the Packing and Loading division of the Pillsbury Flour Mill, here in Buffalo, New York, Donald P Rogowski, passed away, Friday, January 22, 2021, at the age of 92. He also served in the US Navy from May of 1948 till May of 1955

Donald...

Jan 19, 2021

At the age of 100, a retired Secretary at Sperry, Rand and Hutchinson in Buffalo, NY.

A devoted daughter of the late Katherine (nee Patronek) and late Stephen Makuch.

Norma was a dear sister of Walter Makuch.

Loving aunt of Rance Makuch.

She is also survived by many cousins.

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Jan 17, 2021

At the age of 93, a devoted daughter of the late Eva (nee West) and Arthur Wells.

Beloved wife of the late George Schmelzer.

Loving companion of Joseph Schmelzer.

Devoted mother of Robert (Debbie) Schmelzer, George (Lisa) Schmelzer, Rosann (Bob Szywala) Battaglia and Jaymes Powers.

Loving grandmother of seven and fond...