Obituaries

Frank Marranca
Nov 8, 2019
A retired Laborer with Laborers Union 210, Frank Marranca, passed away at the age of 88. A lifelong resident and supporter of the Lovejoy Neighborhood, he also enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Besides working for the Laborers 210 and providing for his family, Frank was active helping out at bingos and other...
Ava Marie Casper
Nov 1, 2019
A Sales Representative for Modern Disposal Corporation, in Buffalo, New York, the former Ava M. Leicht, passed away at Mercy Hospital, in Buffalo, New York, at the age of 28.
An energetic young lady, Ava Casper, enjoyed Family Outings, Dancing, Driving her Jeep, Kayaking, Fishing, and getting dressed for her favorite Holiday Halloween. She was...
Leocadia H Brucz
Oct 31, 2019
A retired Bus Aide for the Board of Education of the City of Buffalo, the former Leocadia H. Wozniak, passed away at Erie County Medical Center, in Buffalo, New York, at the age of 88.
The devoted daughter of the late Helen (nee Maciejewski) and the late Frank Wozniak, Leocadia H. Brucz was the loving...
Jane D. Damian
Oct 30, 2019
A retired Administrative Clerk for Verizon, in Buffalo, New York, the former Jane Waszak, passed away at Buffalo General Hospital, in Buffalo, New York, at the age of 77. The devoted daughter of the late Sophie (nee Wiatrowski) and the late Walter J. Waszak, Jane D. Damian, was the beloved wife of the late Gregory L. Damian, who predeceased her...
Kristin N Labruno
Oct 27, 2019
Kristin N. LaBruno, (the former Kristin Staff), a homemaker, passed away at the age of 32.
The beloved wife of Angelo LaBruno and dear mother of Atillio LaBruno and Aria LaBruno.
Kristin was the daughter of Lawrence and Rhonda Staff and sister of Lawrence III (Shelley Boggan) Staff, and Cynthia (Woody) Davis.
She...
Anthony J Twentyfive, Iii
Oct 27, 2019
Anthony J. Twentyfive, III, A Control Room Operator at Buffalo International Airport, Cheektowaga, New York, passed away at the age of 33.
Anthony was the loving son of Anthony and Sandra (LaBruno) Twentyfive and the dearest brother of Angela Twentyfive.
The grandson of the late Samuel and late Stella LaBruno and Yolanda and late Anthony...
Florence D. Smolinski
Oct 26, 2019
A retired Lineworker at the Trico Co., in Buffalo, New York, the former Florence Kosmowski, passed away at Buffalo Mercy Hospital, at the age of 86.
The cherished daughter of the late Mary and late Adam Kosmowski, and beloved wife of the late Alfred Smolinski and devoted companion of Russell Price, for several years.
...Cecile "Ceil" Klawitter
Oct 20, 2019
The former Cecile Jozwiak passed away at Garden Gate Health Care Facility, in Cheektowaga, New York at the age of 93.
Better know as Ceil Klawitter, she was the loving daughter of the late Maryanna (nee Okpisz) Jozwiak and the late Michael Jozwiak.
The beloved wife and first Love of the late...
William F. Anderson
Oct 19, 2019
At the age of 89, William was a Veteran who served with the US Navy during the Korean War.
William retired from SM Flickenger Company in Buffalo, NY where he worked as a Maintenance Foreman.
He was a loving son of the late Ceil (nee Meyere) and the late William Anderson.
Beloved husband...
Mary F. Bartlomiejczak
Oct 18, 2019
A retired member of the Collections Team at Sears, Roebuck & Co., in Buffalo, NY for over 30 years, the former Mary F. Gromek, passed away at Buffalo Mercy Hospital, at the age of 90. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, daughter, and sister, Mary Bartlomiejczak was known for her love of gardening and her ability to...
Lorraine A. Stenclik
Oct 16, 2019
At the age of 92, beloved wife of the late Benjamin Stenclik Sr.
Dearest mother of the late Benjamin Stenclik Jr.
Loving grandmother of Bernadette "Bunny" (Donald Scheifla, Jr.) Russell.
Dear sister of late Clara (late Robert) Bomaster and Ethel (late Edwin) Malinowski.
Aunt of John and Steven Bomaster.
...
Anne Marie Holewka
Oct 6, 2019
A Food Service Specialist for the Buffalo Board of Education, at Southside Elementary School and South Park High School for over 20 years, the former Anne Marie Aquila, passed away suddenly at Buffalo Mercy Hospital at the age of 56. A loving Mother and the greatest "Cheezy Potato" maker, Anne Marie Holewka, enjoyed the beach, the Goo Goo...
Sister Mary Poncilia (Lucy) Rogacki, Cssf
Oct 6, 2019
Sister Mary Poncilia, 96, A Felician Sister for 77 years, passed away on October 6, 2019. The former Lucy Rogacki was born on June 3, 1923 in Depew, NY to the late John and Mary (nee Helak) Rogacki. Loving sister of Cecelia Borcz, late Thaddeus Rogacki and the late Jane Banas. Sister Poncilia shared her religious life in community...
William "Bill" M. Peters, Sr.
Oct 1, 2019
At the age of 54.
A beloved companion of Theresa Wanderlich.
Devoted father of John (Taylor) Peters, Melissa (Andrew) Lazik, Brian (Ashlie) Wanderlich, Billy (Cailee) Peters Jr. and Michael (Jan) Wanderlich.
Loving grandfather of Cameron, Hayden, Sean and Hailee.
Dearest brother of Kim (Terry) Londo.
Fond uncle of Sara...
Irene T. Czaplinski
Oct 1, 2019
A loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, the former Irene T. Klepinski, passed away after a brief stay at Elderwood Health Care at Lancaster, New York, at the age of 95.
Irene was the beloved wife and soulmate of the late Victor B. Czaplinski, who predeceased her on, December 7,...
Paul James Nowak Sr.
Sep 25, 2019
At the age of 68, a retiree from the City of Buffalo.
A loving son of the late Jane (nee Czarkowska) and late Raymond Nowak.
Beloved husband of the late Roxanne (nee Starr) Nowak.
Devoted father of Susan (Daryl) Hedrick and Paul (Rebekka Ziolkowski) Nowak Jr.
Loving grandfather of Nina, Angelique...
Alice T. Gzyl
Sep 22, 2019
At the age of 93, a devoted daughter of the late Michalina Chwalinski and late Paul Trzaska.
Beloved wife of the late Marian Gzyl, Sr.
Devoted mother of Marian (Donna) Gzyl Jr., Elizabeth (Steven) Smigielski, David (Katherine) Gzyl, Barbara (Jack) Hudack, Robert (Vicki) Gzyl and Martin Gzyl.
Loving grandmother of 12 and great-grandmother...
Deborah Ann Domino
Sep 22, 2019
Known for her brilliant smile, sparkling personality and heartwarming laugh, the former Deborah Ann Radlowski, passed away at Hospice Buffalo, in Cheektowaga, New York, at the age of 63.
Debbie Domino, a teacher at the Alden Central Schools for over 33 years, along with her genuine heart and compassion toward teaching children, also shared her...
Ann F Strychalski
Sep 20, 2019
A Hairdresser for over 54 years, the former Ann Jiagielski, passed away at Hospice Buffalo, in Cheektowaga, New York, at the age of 83.
A Loving and Caring mother and grandmother, that welcomed the chance to babysit her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, also enjoyed talking to everyone, especially on the phone, was known for her recipe...
Christina "Chris" C. Chludzinski
Sep 17, 2019
The former Christina Groncke passed away at Roswell Park in Buffalo, New York at the age of 60 after a courageous fight with Cancer.
Chris, as she was known to her family and friends, was an Account Supervisor for almost 15 years at Livingston International, a Canadian Customs Brokerage firm, in Tonawanda, New York up to the...


