Obituaries

Sister Mary Agnes Czarnecki, Cssf
Aug 28, 2018
Sister Mary Agnes, 98, a Felician Sister for 79 years, died in Blessed Mary Angela Care Center, Cheektowaga, NY, on August 28, 2018.  The former Josephine Czarnecki was born on March 11, 1920 in Buffalo, NY to the late Michaeline (nee Kasprzyk) and Andrew Czarnecki. Sister Agnes was a loving sister of the late Thaddeus Budny, Leon Budny and Loretta...
Lawrence A. Kowalski
Aug 28, 2018
A Terminal Logistics Manager at A. Duie Pyle Inc. in Tonawanda, New York, Lawrence A. "Larry" Kowalski, passed away at Hospice Buffalo, in Cheektowaga, New York, peacefully, with his family nearby, at the age of 65. Better known as the perfectionist, at work and a workaholic, by his fellow employees, Larry, was actually a very peaceful man, that loved to...
Anastasia Lobur
Aug 28, 2018
At the age of 89, of Eden, New York, a retired parts handler for Koke Industries in Eden, New York. Â Anastasia was born to the late Maria (nee Shulak) and Oleksij Zhybaj in Ukraine. Beloved wife of the late Peter Lobur, who passed away on October 30, 2012. Â A devoted mother of George (Diane) Lobur and Alex (Rosalie) Lobur....
Gina Marie Arnone
Aug 26, 2018
At the age of 50, a Culinary Chef at Head Start True Bethel Baptist Church in Buffalo, NY. Devoted mother of Charlie Arnone. Dearest daughter of Carol Kaczmarek. Dearest sister of Frank (Kathy) Arnone, Tony Arnone, Robert Butler and the late Mary (Joe) O'Mara. Gina is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Relatives and friends are...
Mary E. Harris
Aug 25, 2018
The former Mary E. Honan, a retired Customs Clerk for the US Government Immigration and Border Security, passed away peacefully at Garden Gate Health Care Facility, in Cheektowaga, New York, at the age of 98. Mary was a devoted member of St. Josaphat Church since 1960 and was a member of the parish Altar & Rosary Society and...
Bonita "Bonnie" A. Borodzik
Aug 20, 2018
At the age of 58, Bonnie passed away unexpectedly at Mercy Hospital on Monday, August 20, 2018. She was an employee of Graphic Controls in Buffalo, New York, A beloved daughter of the late Helen (nee Satlawa) and Frank Borodzik Sr.  A devoted sister of Barbara Borodzik, Cathy (late Ron) Drdul, Karen (Timothy) Helinski, late Christine Borodzik, late Cynthia...
Dorothy Hibit
Aug 17, 2018
A Sergeant in the US Army's 392nd Signal Co. and recipient of the European-African-Middle Eastern Service with 4 Bronze Service Stars, Good Conduct Medal, and WAAC Service Ribbon, during World War II, formerly known as Dorothy Ulicki, now Dorothy Hibit, passed away peacefully with her family at her side, on August 17, 2018. She was the beloved wife...
Daniel V. Siekierski
Aug 9, 2018
At the age of 86, a retired Draftsman who worked at Ryerson Steel in Lancaster, NY for over 38 Years. Daniel was the Vice President and Director of the Credit Union Buffalo District and Treasurer - Manager of the Buffalo Ryerson Federal Credit Union from 1960-2007, President of the Red Crown Lanes Bowling League on Bailey Avenue. Daniel...
Troy P. Depronio
Aug 1, 2018
At the age of 47, a loving Son to Bernice (nee Eggleston) and Ken Kruse. A beloved husband to Dawn (nee Burgio) DePronio. Devoted father of Evan DePronio, Dina DePronio and Emma DePronio. Fond brother of Tammy Gawron and Robert (Tracy) Gawron. Son-in-law of Andrew and Wende Burgio. Brother in law of Andrea Burgio. Also survived by nieces, nephews and...
Kenneth R. Beback
Jul 29, 2018
At the age of 82, Ken was a veteran of the U.S. Marines serving in the Korean War and a retiree of National Fuel with 40 years of service and devoted 13 years as President, manager and coach with the Cheektowaga Southside Little League. He enjoyed sports especially golfing and boating. Kenneth was the beloved husband of Carolyn (nee...
Josephine M. Grieco
Jul 26, 2018
A retired file clerk, at the former Donovan Building, in Buffalo, New York, Josephine passed away peacefully at Garden Gate Manor, in Cheektowaga, New York, at the age of 92. Josephine was the loving daughter of the late Mary (nee Giallella) and the late Salvatore Dominico. She was the devoted mother of John (Darlene) Grieco and loving step-grandmother...
Thomas C. Wesolowski
Jul 22, 2018
At the age of 51, a devoted son of the late Dolores (nee Pabst) Wesolowski. Â Beloved father of Thomas A. (Melissa Hahn) Wesolowski and Mackenzie Hooper. Â Fond grandfather of Thomas A. Wesolowski, Jr. Â Dearest brother of Lynn (David) Gajewski, Tammy Wesolowski and the late Timmy Wesolowski. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Services were held at the convenience of...
Jean M. Serafini
Jul 21, 2018
At the age of 90, the former Jean Marie Poppenberg was a receptionist at Hair Crafter in Cheektowaga, New York. Jean was the former wife of Vincent C. Serafini.  Beloved mother of Vincent J. (Babs) Serafini, Debbie (Paul) Wolcott, Dale Serafini and the late Jeannie Serafini. Loving grandmother of Joel Serafini, Anitra (Al) Zack, Adam (Danielle) Wolcott, Jeremy (Nicole) Wolcott,...
Stanley J. Lesakowski
Jul 20, 2018
At the age of 93, a retired Carmen from Nickel Plate Railroad where Stanley worked for over 37 years. Stanley also served in the US Army in Europe Company F 115 Regiment, 29th Division ETO. Stanley was the beloved husband of Rita (nee Krzysiak) Lesakowski. Loving stepfather of Daniel (Sylvia) Graber and Karen (David) Bollman. Fond uncle of Albert Lesakowski,...
Linda D. Tuzzo
Jul 14, 2018
At the age of 69, a daughter of the late Helen C. (nee Pasierbowicz) and John L. Hiczewski. Loving companion of William J Hupkowicz. Fond wife of the late Gerald P. Tuzzo. Linda was a devoted mother to Lisa (David) Bucierka and William (Jennifer) Barren. Loving grandmother of Amanda Rowell, William Bateau, Jillian Bateau and Katie Barren. Loving...
Esther G. Michalski
Jul 11, 2018
At the age of 91, a daughter to the late Mary (nee Rinehart) and Frederick Waldorf. Esther was a beloved wife to the late I. Edward Michalski. Devoted mother of Janice Michalski and Barbara (David) Schaber. Loving grandmother of Peter (fiancee Stephanie Aughey) Schaber and Jennifer (fiance Kevin Emerson) Schaber. Dear sister of Dorothy (late Jack) Walker. Family will be...
Jeffrey J. Makuch
Jul 8, 2018
At the age of 66, a former employee for Sorrento Cheese for over 18 years. In 2004, Jeffrey married his beloved wife Shirley (nee Bulczak-Smith) Makuch. A devoted father of Brenda (Daniel) Tobin and stepfather of Melissa (Allen) Wanderlich and Jennifer (James Hausser) Bulczak. Loving grandfather of Bradley, Daniel, Alyssa, Alexis and Emily. Fond son of the late Helen...
Daniel Joel Nixon
Jul 6, 2018
At the age of 68, a beloved son to the late Eleanor (nee Humphrey) and James Nixon. Loving companion of Sandy Misener. Devoted brother of Wendell (Diane) Nixon, Rochelle (Michael) Parker, Cheri (John) Duggan and the late Martin (Marilyn) Nixon. Best Friend of Steve Battaglia. Daniel is also survived by many Nieces, Nephews and Cousins. Services were held privately.
Cindy Ruth Egloff
Jun 22, 2018
At the age of 46 after a year long battle with cancer. Cindy was the cherished Daughter of the late Betty Alice Raymond and late Ralph Lambert. Devoted Mother of Jessica Egloff and Mark Egloff II. Loving Nana of Zachary. Dear sister of Charles Lambert, Jennifer Faliero, Samuel Lambert and Kenneth Lambert. Predeceased by her siblings Edward Raymond, Jackie Jackson...
Raymond G. Girard
Jun 19, 2018
At the age of 77, Raymond Gordon Girard was the devoted son of the late Evelyn Ruth (nee Claire) and Raymond David Girard. "Butch" was a painter and window glazer at NYS West Seneca Developmental Center in West Seneca, New York. He was an avid Buffalo Bills fan, enjoyed watching Chuck Norris, Airwolf and Wonder Woman Movies, and feeding...


