Obituaries

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...

Feb 12, 2019

A strong-willed, big-hearted and friend of many, the former Lori A. Czemerys, who courageously fought her battle with cancer, passed away at Erie County Medical Center, in Buffalo, New York at the age of 56.

She was the devoted mother of Gina (Jeffrey) Brown.

A beloved daughter of the late Harriet (nee...

Feb 1, 2019

A loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, an independent and resourceful person, the former Anne L. Maslowski, passed away at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital on Friday afternoon February 1 st at the age of 90.

She was a sweet and caring person that worried more about everyone else than herself. She always told everyone she met...

Feb 1, 2019

A loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister, the former Ann Marie Clark, passed away at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, in Amherst, New York, at the age of 81. While being a private bookkeeper for over 50 years. Ann also helped with her husband Ed's delivery business.

Ann was the devoted daughter of the late Ruth...

Feb 1, 2019

Educator / Leadership

Sister Teresa Marie, 92, a Felician Sister for 73 years, died in the Blessed Mary Angela Care Center, Buffalo, NY, on February 1, 2019.  The former Theresa Patora was born on June 7, 1926, in Erie, PA where she was a member of St. Hedwig Parish. She attended St. Benedict's High School...

Jan 29, 2019

A Veteran of the US Army, Raymond G. Klein, Sr. passed away at Mercy Hospital, in Buffalo, New York at the age of 80. In 1964, after returning from his tour in the Army Raymond worked for several years for Regal Distributors, in Buffalo, NY delivering Carlings Beer and then found himself working for over two decades as...

Jan 28, 2019

On January 28, 2019, Eugene Frank Grabowski, passed away suddenly at Buffalo General Hospital, in Buffalo, New York, at the age of 62.

He was the beloved son of the late Sophia (nee Czaplicki) Grabowski and late Chester Grabowski.

Eugene was survived by sisters, brothers, as well as several nieces and nephews....