Obituaries

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Jul 22, 2018

At the age of 51, a devoted son of the late Dolores (nee Pabst) Wesolowski.  Beloved father of Thomas A. (Melissa Hahn) Wesolowski and Mackenzie Hooper.  Fond grandfather of Thomas A. Wesolowski, Jr.  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...

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,...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

Jun 18, 2018

At the age of 65 , a retired Correctional Officer at Gowanda Correctional Facility. Robert was the loving son to the late Anna (nee Parzymieso) and Donald Zgoda. Beloved husband of Dianne (nee Farrell) Zgoda. Devoted father of Craig (Lindsay) Zgoda and Emily (Ryan Currie) Zgoda. Loving grandfather of Zoe and Zea Zgoda and Keegan Currie Dearest brother-in-law of Murray...

Jun 18, 2018

Jacqueline Sharon Jackson, passed away peacefully in North Fort Myers, Florida, at the age of 67. Even though living in Florida she was still a devout "Buffalo Fan", always rooting for the Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres hoping, like others, for a winning season. She also enjoyed singing, the slots and playing pool with friends.

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Jun 16, 2018

The former Susan Sopczyk, a retired Assembly Worker at Scott Aviation in Lancaster, New York, passed away peacefully at home, at the age of 86. A devoted daughter of the late Witt and late Emelia (nee Wojcik) Sopczyk. Susan was predeceased by her beloved husband of 59 years, the late Edwin Osika who passed away on December 14,...

Jun 12, 2018

Leonard Mazur, age 91, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, in Amherst, New York after a struggle with Alzheimer's. Born on Friday, March 25, 1927, in Buffalo, New York, Leonard was the son of the late Sophie (nee Rusin) and late Valentine Mazur. After a few years...

Jun 10, 2018

A retired Registered Nurse, formerly at Elderwood Health Care in Amherst, New York, Jennifer L. Schwartz, passed away after a long illness at Erie County Medical Center, in Buffalo, New York, at the age of 44. Jennifer was the beloved daughter of Patricia (nee Kazmierczak) and Donald Schwartz. The dearest sister of Michele (Artie) Lariviere and loving aunt...