Obituaries

Philip S Sokolik

Dec 6, 2020

A former Machinist at Monosystems, Cenveo Envelope, and Old Colony Envelope, Philip S. Sokolik, passed away at the age of 58.

A loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, Philip was truly a family man. Always finding time, especially for his granddaughters, and sons, taking them fishing, camping, and getting the best of them while...

Norman E. Czarnecki

Dec 1, 2020

At the age of 82, a U.S. Marine Veteran who served during 1956 to 1962.  Norman was the dearest son of the late Emily (nee Lewandowski) and late Frank Czarnecki.

Beloved husband of the late Mary (nee Crossroads) and the former Susan Ditterbrand.

Devoted father of Madonna (Mark Kedge) Pickens, Linda (Edgar) Cartwright, Norman (Kim)...

Harriet “Penny” Carncross

Dec 1, 2020

A retired Candy Packer, at Holiday Candy Corporation, a subsidiary of Tzetzo Brothers Confectionery Products, in Kenmore, New York, Harriet "Penny" Carncross, passed away at Erie County Medical Center, in Buffalo, New York, at the age of 81.

Penny, throughout the years, held several waitress positions at the Shaggy Dog, on Laird Ave. in Tonawanda,...

Sister Christine Marie Nizialek, Cssf

Nov 29, 2020

Sister Christine Marie Nizialek, 70, a Felician Sister for 39 years, passed away at Mercy Hospital in Buffalo, New York on Sunday, November 29, 2020. The former Georgianne Nizialek was born on July 20, 1950, in Buffalo, NY to the late Maxine (nee Joh) and John Nizialek.  She was a member of Assumption Parish in Buffalo.  She entered the...

Sister Mary Michele Mazur, Cssf

Nov 28, 2020

Sister Mary Michele Mazur, 92, a Felician Sister for 70 years, passed away at Harris Hill Nursing Facility in Lancaster, New York on Saturday, November 28, 2020. The former Adele Mazur was born on July 29, 1928, in Rochester, NY to the late Mary (nee Malinowski) and Joseph Mazur.  She was a member of St. Theresa Parish in Rochester.  ...

Lottie V. Kuzan

Nov 27, 2020

A Retired Crane Operator, with over 25 years of service to Westinghouse, in Cheektowaga, New York, Lottie V. Kuzan, passed away at Elderwood Hamburg Health Care Center, in Hamburg, New York, at the age of 91.

After retiring, Lottie also spent another 25 years volunteering for "Meals on Wheels." Besides her volunteer work, Lottie was...

Victor Smirnow

Nov 25, 2020

At the age of 70, a retired Nuclear Medical Technologist at Mercy Hospital in Buffalo, NY for over 40 years.

Devoted son of the late Sophie (nee Duda) and Walter Smirnow. Victor and his brother Jerry were the first generation of an immigrant family. In Victor's younger years he worked with his Dad at Conrail and installed...

Joseph A. Kosmowski

Nov 25, 2020

Joseph A. Kosmowski was called to his rest and to the Glory of the Resurrection, promised by the Lord, on Wednesday, November 25, 2020, at the age of 80.

Joseph was a retired warehouseman at the Tops Markets Distribution Center, in Lancaster, New York, a member of the New York State Teamsters Local 264, in...

Edmund D. Jelonek

Nov 25, 2020

A retired Factory Worker, Edmund D. Jelonek, passed away suddenly, at the age of 64. Edmund enjoyed collecting Baseball Cards and was a devout Baltimore Orioles Fan.

He was the beloved son of the late Emily (nee Szustakowski) Jelonek and late Edmund Jelonek.

The devoted brother of Marlene McClure, Mary (Paul) Uzar,...

Dorothy Mazur

Nov 23, 2020

A laundry Presser for over 50 years at several Select Cleaners throughout the Western New York area, Dorothy Mazur, passed away at Harris Hill Nursing Facility, in Lancaster, New York, at the age of 95.

In her early years, Dorothy being the only driver in the family, became known as the family Taxi Driver for...

Leona M. Wozniak

Nov 19, 2020

Update: Leona's Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, June 1st at 10 AM at St. Stanislaus Church (123 Townsend Street). Face coverings and social distancing will be required at all times during services.

A retired Stenographer, with over 15 years of service, for the Adult Division of the City of Buffalo,...

Christine "Tina" Smirnow

Nov 19, 2020

A retired Clerical Worker at Wehle Electric Technology, in Buffalo, New York, Christine "Tina" Smirnow, passed away suddenly, at the age of 72. Tina was also on the custodial staff at Daemen College, in Amherst, New York. During her free time, she also enjoyed playing "Bejeweled" on her iPad, collecting Owls, as well as going fishing and relaxing...

Christine Dale

Nov 13, 2020

At the age of 73, a former Registered Nurse at Brompton Heights in Wiliamsville, NY.

Christine was a loving daughter of the late Dorothy (nee Biniakiewicz) and Leonard Buchala.

Beloved wife of the late Donald Dale.

Devoted mother of Kimberly (Michael) Zink.

Loving grandmother of Tyler Griffin.

Dearest sister...

Dennis R. Hodur

Nov 12, 2020

A retired Baker for over 28 years at the former Wonder Bread, of Buffalo, New York, Dennis R. Hodur, passed away at Buffalo General Hospital, in Buffalo, New York, at the age of 69.

Dennis also worked for over 5 years at Tontine Carpets, of Western New York. He also enjoyed the Three Stooges Festivals,...

Robert D. "Bots" Chmielewski

Nov 11, 2020

Live Stream link for Mr. Chmielewski's Funeral Mass: Robert Chmielewski's Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church - Live on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, @ 9 AM

A retired Laborer and Maintenance Engineer at Xylem Heat Transfer, ITT Standard, and American Standard, all of Cheektowaga, New York, Robert D. Chmielewski, passed away at Buffalo, General Hospital,...

Susan L. Dickson

Nov 9, 2020

A private Health Care Aide, Susan L. Dickson, passed away suddenly at the age of 54.

Sue was the devoted mother of Michael Dickson and Jeffrey Dickson.

The dearest daughter of Louise Weiss and the late Michael Green and the dear sister of Dennis R. Green and the late David M. Green....