Obituaries

Jan 31, 2020

The former Dorothy P. Kaczmarek, a loving Wife, Mother, Nanie, Daughter, Sister, Aunt, and friend of many, passed away peacefully at Mercy Nursing Facility at OLV, in Lackawanna, New York, at the age of 78.

A Silkscreen machine operator at Trench Mfg., of Buffalo, NY, for over 15 years till it closed, and then a...

Jan 22, 2020

A former Report Tech and Clerk for various offices in the City of Buffalo Administration, Mary Katherine Adamski, passed away at the age of 68.

Mary started her career working in the Buffalo Parks department and also spent time in Housing and at Police Department Head Quarters. She enjoyed Ceramics, playing Soduku and several computer...

Jan 21, 2020

One of the originators of Nickel City Bottle & Can Return Center, in West Seneca, New York, James Edward Hurliman, passed away suddenly at Sisters of Charity Hospital, in Buffalo, New York, at the age of 53.

Known as a Loud, sometimes Goofy, and an Instigator, and also known to friends as "Jimbo or Godfather"...

Jan 19, 2020

A retired Machine Operator, with over 30 years of service at the General Motors Delevan Plant, in Buffalo, New York, Arthur R. Zurek, passed away at Buffalo Mercy Hospital, at the age of 87.

A Korean War, Army veteran, Art also played with the Buffalo Bills when they were a Semi-Pro team, was an Amateur...

Jan 19, 2020

A Mail Clerk for the U.S. Post Office for 49 years, David Henry Burgstahler, passed away at the age of 85.

David Henry was the beloved son of the late Helen (nee Damohn) and the late Max Burgstahler.

The devoted father of David M. (Lucy) Burgstahler, Susan Burgstahler and loving grandfather of...

Jan 15, 2020

The former Anna F. Bednarek, a retired Manager and Sales Clerk at AM & A's in Cheektowaga, NY, passed away at the age of 84. Anna was also a volunteer at Shea's Performing Arts, for many years.

She was the beloved wife of late Daniel V. Siekierski and devoted mother of Christine (Ronald) Palmowski and...

Jan 15, 2020

A retired Self-Employed Contractor, Michael D. Siekierski, passed away at the age of 64.  In his retirement, he most enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He was also an avid bowler and participated in many leagues in the Tonawanda area and served for many years as a president on the league.

He was the devoted...

Jan 14, 2020

At the age of age of 92 a loving daughter to Anastasia "Nancy" (nee Zelazny) and Walter Kowalski.

Beloved wife of the late Edward Pietrowicz.

Beloved mother of Sister Kristen Pietrowicz, CSSF and Christine (Bruce) Bartlett.

Devoted sister of Rita (late Dr. Joseph) Sebesta, and the late Cecelia Kowalski and Lottie (late Dr....

Jan 11, 2020

The former Anna Nieczpiel, a loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Daughter, Sister and Friend to many, passed away at Buffalo General Hospital, in Buffalo, New York at the age of 91.

Daughter of the late Anna (nee Smiech) and the late Anthony Nieczpiel, Anna was also predeceased by her best friend and beloved soul mate, the...

Jan 11, 2020

A former Welder at Worthington Pump in Buffalo, New York, Wieslaw J. Bielak, passed away peacefully from Pancreatic Cancer at Buffalo General Hospital, in Buffalo, New York, at the age of 78. Also, known as "Freddie" to some and "Red" to others, he also worked for a period of time at Scott Casting, Inc. in Buffalo, NY, and excelled...

Dec 30, 2019

At the age of 83, a Machinist who retired from Buffalo Forge in Buffalo, NY.

Daniel was the loving son of the late Antoinette (nee Kalata) and late Peter Wasierski.

Beloved husband of Ann Marie (nee Hoffman) Wasierski.

Devoted father of Bernadette Wasierski and Daniel James (Donna Sherry) Wasierski.

Loving grandfather...

Dec 29, 2019

At the age of 92, Donna was the beloved wife of late Richard.

A devoted mother of Maureen (John) Baiocco, Karen (Anthony) Quaranto, Sandra Cialfi and Theresa (Craig) Weinert.

Loving grandmother of Patrick (Kara) Baiocco, Nicholas Quaranto, Dr. Brian Quaranto, Giles Carr-Locke, Gemma Carr-Locke and Aidan McGonigle.

Loving great grandmother of Cameron Quaranto,...

Dec 22, 2019

Beloved son of late Anna and Joseph.

Retired Social Worker for ECDSS.

Ronald's Services were held at the convenience of the family.

Dec 5, 2019

At the age of 83, a cherished daughter of the late Bertha (nee Glica) and the late Thomas Pirog Sr.

The beloved soul mate and wife of late Stephen P. Hajduk, who passed away on February 1, 2016.

Devoted mother of Kenneth (Darlene) Hajduk, Norine Hajduk-Godzich, Lawrence (Kristine) Hajduk, Lori Lynn (Bruce) Stisser and Thomas...

Nov 30, 2019

A 30-year retired Stationary Engineer at Sisters of Charity Hospital, in Buffalo, New York, Francis "Frank" Olszowka, passed away at Buffalo Mercy Hospital, at the age of 81.

Frank previously worked at Hanna Furnace and Roswell Park for a short while and he also enjoyed his time on the CB Radio where he was known...

Nov 28, 2019

We begin with a quote from a friend - who wrote on Gus's Facebook page that sums it up the best!

"We all know that one person. That person you can call at any time, and they are there to help. The person whose personality is so bright and joyful that you're thankful to know...

Nov 25, 2019

A retired Binder for over 40 years at Quebecor Printing, in Depew, New York, Donald A. Swiniarski, passed away at Garden Gate Health Care Facility, in Cheektowaga, New York, at the age of 69.

An active Fireman for Doyle Hose Co. #2, of Cheektowaga, New York for over 47 years, and Navy Veteran of the...

Nov 22, 2019

A retired Tax Auditor, the former Helen A. Bialecki, passed away at Brothers of Mercy Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, in Clarence, NY, at the age of 86. After being left as a sole provider to bring up a daughter and five sons, Helen Calabrese, worked at the Internal Revenue Service for over 30 years. As her children put-it,...

Nov 19, 2019

At the age of 90, a loving daughter to the late Mollie (nee Thompson) and Louis Eikenburg.

Beloved wife of the late Harold E "Dinny" Swain.

Devoted mother of Sandra (late Gary) Wilson and Susan (Michael) Wiszka.

Loving grandmother of Melissa McLaughlin, David (Katharine) Wilson, Kenneth (Michelle) Wilson, Dinae (Dr. Jon Dusse) Wiszka...

Nov 18, 2019

At the age of 61, a retired driver at Buffalo Cartage in Buffalo, New York.

F ather of Anthony Osbourn and Danielle Miller.  Grandfather of Kierra Miller, Hunter Mihalovich and Lucas Osbourn.

Devoted son of Lottie (nee Gladkowski) and late Ronald Miller. Dearest brother of Wayne Miller and Glen Miller.  A lso survived by nieces...