Obituaries

Apr 9, 2019

Pastor Emeritus of St. John Kanty Parish, Former Parish Administrator of Transfiguration R.C. Church and Pastor of Holy Apostles SS. Peter & Paul R.C. Church, all of Buffalo, New York, Rev. Ronald A. Bagienski, while serving as chaplain on the Holland America Cruise ship Zaandam, suddenly took ill and was transferred to the Clinica Del INCA, Intensive Care...

Apr 4, 2019

A retired Electrician at Trico, Co. and Niagara Ceramics, both of Buffalo, NY, Daniel C. Sabadasz, passed away at the age of 72.

A former Sargeant in the US Army, during the Vietnam War who received the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal and was considered an Expert Rifleman, served from July of 1966...

Apr 3, 2019

At the age of 45, a Laborer at Local 210 in Buffalo, NY.

A fond son of the late Terri Louise (nee Kendall) and the late Leonard A Pajak.

Loving husband of 18 years to Kim (nee Charnock) Pajak.

Devoted father of Nathan Pajak, Colin Pajak, Andrew Pajak and Allison Pajak.

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Mar 30, 2019

At the age of 48 a loving daughter to John and the late Dorothy (nee Lelonek) Keith.

Crystal was the beloved wife of Joseph Fialkiewicz.

Devoted mother of Timothy Keith and Andrew Keith.

Dearest sister of Lynn Keith, James Keith, Barbara Ham and the late John, Jr. and Brian Keith.

Fond...

Mar 28, 2019

At the age of 67, a dear son to the late Margaret (nee Baer) and late Anthony Cretacci Sr.

Michael was the beloved husband of Elizabeth (nee Kuciel) and late Shirley (nee Betker) Cretacci.

Devoted father of Sheri (Michael) DiTondo and Jamie Cretacci.

Stepfather of Ray (Kathy) Machlowski, Timothy...

Mar 26, 2019

January 28, 1942 - March 26, 2019

Beloved mother of Thomas (late Chelsea Harper), Cynthia, and Sherri Doherty.

Loving grandmother of Eva Doherty.

Dearest sister of Carol (Ralph) Smith, late Stanley Tesmer, late Dorothy (Gerald) Starzynski, late Gloria (late Raymond) Joseph, late Richard Tesmer, Betty Koschnick, Nancy (late Charles) Allen, David (Jorene) Tesmer,...

Mar 23, 2019

The former Rita I. Koteras, passed away after a short illness and stay at the hospital, in Phoenix, Arizona, on March 23rd, 2019, at the age of 83.

Born and raised in Buffalo, New York, the now Rita I. Kaylor, raised her 8 children here and then moved to Arizona in 1995, where she enjoyed...

Mar 14, 2019

Passed away peacefully at the age of 67, Ann Marie as the beloved daughter of the late Florence (nee Kujawa) and late Walter Swigonski.

Dear wife of Taras "Terry" Dominkewicz and loving mother Brandon Dominkewicz.

Services were held privately by the family.

Mar 11, 2019

At the age of 72, a former Loss Control Representative at Zurich Insurance Company in Buffalo, NY.

A loving son of the late Irene (nee Podyma) and the late Joseph Mazurkiewicz.

Beloved husband for 50 years to the late Carol (nee Wozniak) Mazurkiewicz.

Devoted father of Paul (Deana) Mazurkiewicz, Jr. and Rae Marie...

Mar 9, 2019

The former Barbara Winger, passed away just 20 days prior to her 79th birthday, on Saturday, March 9, 2019, after a long struggle with Alzheimer's.

She was a loving Wife, Mother, Confidant and Friend to many, that enjoyed growing Petunia's in her yard and working on puzzles.

Barbara was the devoted wife...

Mar 6, 2019

A devoted daughter to the late Lottie and late Alois Falkiewicz.

A beloved wife of 60 years to John Cieply, Sr.

Devoted mother of John (Margaret) Cieply Jr. and Joan Cieply.

Loving grandmother of Dr. Stephen Cieply and Jessica Cieply.

Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Family...

Mar 6, 2019

The retired Owner and Founder of Dave's Express Delivery, in Cheektowaga, NY, passed away at Beechwood Nursing Home (Hospice Wells House), in Amherst, New York. In 1949, he played Baseball for the Hamilton Cardinals, A team in the Intercounty Baseball League, which was a St. Louis Cardinals Farm team.

He was the loving son of the late...

Mar 5, 2019

A retired Occupational Therapist Assistant, at the Buffalo Psychiatric Center, in Buffalo, New York, passed away at Roswell Park Cancer Institute, in Buffalo, New York, at the age of 69, after a challenging battle with Cancer. Annemarie started her health care career at the Cantalician Center, in Buffalo, New York and also worked at the J.N. Adam, Developmental Disabilities State...

Mar 2, 2019

A disabled Sheet Metal Fabricator and US Navy Veteran, David better known as "Dayv" Blachura, took his "Stairway to Heaven" after a long illness, at the age of 68. A loving Companion, Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Friend to many was a Great Musician and Lead Guitarist for "Gravis " and several other bands throughout the Western New...

Mar 2, 2019

Jaroslawa Derhak was a beautiful, talented, stylish woman whose family and Ukrainian heritage were her pride and joy. She was an extraordinary cook and baker preparing sophisticated gourmet dishes she learned from her mother as well as mouth-watering Ukrainian comfort food. Her flourless dark chocolate, walnut torts with coffee and cognac buttercream were legendary and requested by friends and...

Feb 23, 2019

A retiree of the General Motors Tonawanda Engine Plant after 40 years of service, Henry M. Kuzniarek, passed away on February 23, 2019. He was an Army Veteran who served in the Vietnam War and will be sadly missed by many relatives and close friends.

He was the beloved son of the late Marie (nee...

Feb 20, 2019

At the age of 89, a loving daughter of the late Mary (nee Noworyta) and Peter Olesky.

Cherished wife of the late John P. Romanowski.

Devoted mother of Dennis Romanowski, Joseph Romanowski Sr. and Susan (Ronald Jr.) Roman.

Loving grandmother of Ronald (Kaitlin) Roman III, Megan (Mike) Gerwitz, Cody Roman, Joseph Romanowski, Jr....

Feb 20, 2019

A former Baker and Food Preparer at Fresh Bake, Linda Bauer passed away at Mercy Hospital, in Buffalo, New York at the age of 54.

The long-time partner and beloved wife of William Korkowicz.

Linda was devoted mother of Joseph (Kristin) Bauer and William Bauer and grandmother of Joseph Bauer, Jr., Keira...

Feb 19, 2019

The former Marija Spynka, passed away at Elderwood of Lancaster, in Lancaster, New York, at the age of 94.

A beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, and friend, Marija enjoyed baking and making Varenyky, also known as Pedaheh or Pierogi, with her family, and with her friends at her Church.

She was the...

Feb 13, 2019

After a courageous battle with breast cancer, the angels took the former Dolores Wargula, home to be with our Lord. She was a loving, Wife, Mother and Grandmother, that passed away at Brothers of Mercy Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, in Clarence New York, at the age of 78. Better known as "Mrs. Zak", she was a loving, caring, giving and...