Obituaries

Elizabeth M. Scheifla

Elizabeth M. Scheifla

May 27, 2019

At the age of 77 a former cleaning lady at M and T Bank, in Buffalo, NY.

Elizabeth was the beloved wife of Donald Scheifla, Sr.

A devoted mother of Donald (fiancee Bernadette Russell) Scheifla, Jr and Linda Jaszcz.

Loving grandmother of Justin and Cody.

Services were held at the convenience...

Rita Theresa Lesakowski

Rita Theresa Lesakowski

May 26, 2019

A retired registered Nurse at Buffalo Mercy Hospital the former Rita Theresa Krzysiak passed away at Garden Gate Health Care Facility in Cheektowaga, New York at the age of 92.

Rita who enjoyed her retirement growing Tomatoes in her garden, Knitting, spending winters in Florida and much of the summer in their Wyoming County cottage,...

Dolores A. Schreier

Dolores A. Schreier

May 22, 2019

At the age of 86, a devoted daughter of the late Rose Malachowski and late Frank Sitarzewski.

Beloved wife of the late Eugene Schreier.

Devoted mother of Donald (Christine) Schreier, Judith (Philip) Tricoli, Richard (Linda) Schreier, Joyce (Mark) Sypniewski, Joseph (Annmarie) Schreier, Janine Schreier, Nanci (Brian) Trzepkowski and Denise (James) Gregory.

Loving grandmother...

Joseph R. Przepasniak

Joseph R. Przepasniak

May 18, 2019

At the age of 67, Joseph was a former Mechanic and Tow Truck Driver in Cheektowaga, NY.

Joseph was a loving son to the late Charlotte (nee Earle) and Rudolph Przepasniak.

A devoted father to Courtney Przepasniak and step father of Jeremy (Cindy) Burkett and Travis Burkett.

Dearest brother of James (Susan) Przepasniak,...

David Neil Helstrom

David Neil Helstrom

May 14, 2019

David Neil Helstrom, better known as "The Walking Encyclopedia" passed away in Huntersville, North Carolina, surrounded by his loving family, at the age of 81.

A former resident of Cheektowaga, New York, and a proud veteran of the US Navy, David was a Floral Designer at Eckels Florist (Cheektowaga), DeWalds Florist (Buffalo), and the Bouquet...

Colleen K. Miller

Colleen K. Miller

May 13, 2019

At the age of 65 a beloved daughter to the late Virginia (nee Konwinski) and Ervin J. Schultz.

Beloved wife of Richard Miller.

Dearest sister of Larry Schultz, Christopher (Carol) Schultz and the late Susan (Ron) Bauer.

Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Family will be present Thursday  2-4...

Sister Mary Thaddeus Pogorzala, Cssf

Sister Mary Thaddeus Pogorzala, Cssf

May 7, 2019

Sister Mary Thaddeus, 89, a Felician Sister for 66 years, died in the Blessed Mary Angela Care Center, Buffalo, NY, on Tuesday, May 7, 2019.   The former Esther Pogorzala was born on December 15, 1929, in Buffalo, NY, and was a member of Queen of Martyrs Parish.   She entered the Buffalo Province of the Felician Sisters on...

Sloan Blair

Sloan Blair

Apr 29, 2019

Suddenly, April 29, 2019.

Cherished daughter of Monica (nee Bagienski) and Randal Golden.

A beloved granddaughter of the late Stella and Stanley Bagienski.

Devoted niece of the late Rev. Ronald A. Bagienski.

Best "infinity times infinity" friend of Christine Cirbus.

A Memorial Mass was celebrated at Villa Maria Chapel....

Rita J. Kozlowski

Rita J. Kozlowski

Apr 28, 2019

At the age of 93, a fond daughter to the late Frances (nee Lewandowski) and Ludwig Filipski.

Rita retired from General Electric where she was an Assembly Worker.

Rita was the beloved wife of late Chester Kozlowski.

Devoted mother of Lawrence (late Judith) Kozlowski, Deborah Machinski and Michael Kozlowski.

Loving grandmother...

Robert J. Schwab

Robert J. Schwab

Apr 25, 2019

At the age of 69, a former Mold Maker at Delphi GM in Buffalo, NY.

Robert was the son of the late Maryann (nee Lata) and Robert Schwab.

A beloved husband of Deborah (nee Nowak) Schwab.

Devoted father of Jeffrey (Inna) Schwab and Adam (Christina) Schwab.

Loving grandfather of Penelope Schwab....

Lynn M. Hauser

Lynn M. Hauser

Apr 16, 2019

At the age of 52, a dearest daughter of Marsha (nee Dudas) and late Dennis Lewandowski.

Lynn was the beloved wife of James Hauser Jr.

A devoted mother of Dennis Lesniak, Jessica (James) Wozniak and Kristie Lesniak.

A Devoted step-mother of Brian (Jeannette) Hauser, Jenny (Bret) Sidell and Patrick Hauser.

Loving...

Genevieve Rita Jaroszewski

Genevieve Rita Jaroszewski

Apr 16, 2019

The former Genevieve R. Jozwiak passed away peacefully with her family at her side at the age of 70, in Ashburn, Virginia after heroically and gracefully battling cancer well over two and half years, much longer than physicians predicted.  Her desire to outlast predictions is indicative of how she lived her wonderful life – set your goals and work...

Florian "Shoes" Chmurzynski

Florian "Shoes" Chmurzynski

Apr 9, 2019

A World War II Army Veteran and retired Mail Carrier for the US Post Office, Florian T. Chmurzynski, passed away at the age of 95.

While in the service Florian received the Asiatic Pacific Theater Ribbon with 1 Bronze Star, an American Theater Ribbon, Meritorious Unit Award, Good Conduct Medal and World War II Victory...

Barbara A. Kwandrans

Barbara A. Kwandrans

Apr 9, 2019

A Mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, friend and retired member of the Maintenance team at the University of Buffalo, South Campus, Barbara A. (nee Kaminski) Kwandrans, passed away at the age of 73.

She was the beloved wife of the late Robert Kwandrans and devoted mother of Denise (Thomas) Beyer, Kimberly (Michael) Kollatz and Joleen (David)...

Rev. Ronald A. Bagienski

Rev. Ronald A. Bagienski

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...

Daniel C. Sabadasz

Daniel C. Sabadasz

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...

Leonard "Lenny" "Lenchew" Pajak

Leonard "Lenny" "Lenchew" Pajak

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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Crystal Ann Fialkiewicz

Crystal Ann Fialkiewicz

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...

Michael V. Cretacci

Michael V. Cretacci

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...

Rose M. Doherty

Rose M. Doherty

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,...