Obituaries

Dec 26, 2017

Sister Mary Teresita, 89, a Felician Sister for 69 years, died in the Blessed Mary Angela Care Center, Buffalo, NY, on December 26, 2017.   The former Irene Rita Langowski was born on May 27, 1928 in Erie, PA to the late Waclaw and Marianne (Krzesniak) Langowski. She was a member of Holy Trinity Parish in Erie, PA....

Dec 24, 2017

At the age of 62, an employee for Milk-Bone in Buffalo, NY. John was the beloved son of the late Jane (nee Ciarkowski) and Raymond Nowak. Devoted father of Jenifer (Michael) Wall and Stephanie (Josh) Wolcott. Loving grandfather of Ryder Wolcott, Chase Wolcott and Mayleigh Wolcott. Dearest brother of Paul Nowak, Ronnie Nowak, Bobby (Sue) Nowak and the late Barbara...

Dec 24, 2017

At the age of 36 a former Roofer at Zwick's in Buffalo, NY. Howie was a beloved husband of Jennifer (nee Reese) Wantuck. Devoted father of Emily and Matthew Wantuck. Dearest son of John Wantuck and the late Elaine (nee LaPress) Wantuck. Dearest brother of Walter Lake, Shawn Lake, Eric Wantuck, Paul Lake and late Steven Lake. Dear brother in...

Dec 21, 2017

The former Genevieve Muchowski, a homemaker and grandmother extraordinaire, who loved and cared for her six grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren, passed away at Mercy Hospital, in Buffalo, New York, at the age of 97. Besides being an avid Church goer at Queen of Martyrs Church, Genevieve endearingly known as "Jean" to her friends, enjoyed gardening, traveling...

Dec 19, 2017

At the age of 81, a former Seamstress at M. Wiles Company in Buffalo, NY. A devoted daughter of the late Ludwika and Stefan Fijalkowski. Diane was the beloved wife of Edwin J. Brzozowiec. Devoted mother of George (Roseann) and Robert (Rhonda) Brzozowiec. Loving grandmother of Mark (Alison) Brzozowiec, Teal Brzozowiec, Joe Brzozowiec, Garrett Brzozowiec and Hunter Brzozowiec. Fond...

Dec 18, 2017

A retired housekeeper at the Holiday Inn, in Williamsville, New York and clerk at the A&P, at Eagle and Jefferson Streets, in Buffalo, New York the former Theresa A. Manzella, passed away with her family at her side, after a long illness, at the age of 83. Theresa, who loved her time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren, enjoyed reading,...

Dec 15, 2017

Philip Joseph Waldowski also know as Philip Walden, a former self-employed Electrician, passed away suddenly at home, on December 15, 2017, at the age of 63. He was the dearest father of Heather (Rodney) Lightner, Ashley Waldowski, Courtney (JC) Little and Sean Waldowski. The loving grandfather of Kyle, Riley, Avery and Cecelia and brother of Paul Waldowski, David...

Dec 12, 2017

Barbara Ann Ayer, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, teacher, and friend was surrounded by family as she passed on to be with her Lord and Savior in Heaven on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, at her home in Athens, Georgia, at the age of 66.

Barbara received a bachelor's degree in secondary education from State...

Dec 11, 2017

At the age of 69, Lynn passed away on December 11, 2017. A devoted daughter of Frieda (nee Pfeiffer) and late Elmer Stabler. The beloved wife of late Michael G. Gollwitzer. Lynn was a dear mother to Geoffrey (Jennifer) Gollwitzer and Ginger Lipscomb. Loving grandmother of Mikail, Miranda, Erick, Nerissa, Emily, Kaitlyn, Kenneth and Dante. Dear sister of Tom (Debbie)...

Dec 9, 2017

James Szalwinski, a lifelong resident of Cheektowaga, a suburb of Buffalo, New York, passed away on December 9, 2017, at the age of 72.

Jim was a Machinist / Researcher and Developer at Graphic Controls in Buffalo, New York.

He was a lifelong lover of music, appreciating musicianship and songwriting. He enjoyed...

Dec 9, 2017

Sister Mary Aurelian Kosiba, 93, a Felician Sister for 75 years, died in the Blessed Mary Angela Care Center Buffalo, NY, on December 9, 2017.   The former Genevieve Kosiba was born on February 10, 1924, in Buffalo, NY to the late Mary (nee Strzyz) and Anthony Kosiba. She entered the Buffalo Province of the Felician Sisters on July 9,...

Dec 4, 2017

A former Guillotine Slicer at Tapecon, Inc , in Buffalo, NY, that specializes in application printing. Stanley A. Borkowski, passed away at Mercy Hospital, in Buffalo, NY after a long illness, at the age of 62, with his family at his side. His passion was to Hunt and Fish with his son and his brother.

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Dec 4, 2017

The former Anastasia Kajdas, passed away peacefully at Buffalo Mercy Hospital, at the age of 92 with her family at her side. A retired counter clerk, she worked for several years, at Hyzy's Bakery, on Clinton Street, in the Kaisertown area of East Buffalo. Being a tremendous Cook and Baker herself, Anastasia more endearingly known as "Nellie" to...

Nov 30, 2017

At the age of 90, a former Press Man at the Buffalo News in Buffalo, NY. Beloved husband of the late Joan (nee Mackowiak) Paradowski . Devoted father of Debbie (Larry) Wozniak, Darren (Stacy) Paradowski, Dennis Paradowski and the late David Paradowski. Loving grandfather of Dennis, Dillion, Dustin, Danielle, Tina, Krystal, Sara, Joe, Lisa and Jennifer. Also survived by many...

Nov 30, 2017

The former Regina R. Zwara, a homemaker and retired bookkeeper at Chudy Paper Co, in Buffalo, New York, passed away peacefully, with her family at her side, at the age of 85.

Regina, endearingly known as "Reggie" was the beloved wife of 64 years to Alfred, also known as "Freddie" Wozniak. They were married on...

Nov 22, 2017

A former Sergeant in the Army from 1953 to 1955 during the Korean War, Edward Anthony Blach, passed away under Hospice Care, at the Buffalo Veterans Administration Medical Center, at the age of 84. He was a member and holder of several offices, in the St. Josaphat Holy Name, District 8 Holy Name and Diocesan Holy Name Societies,...

Nov 22, 2017

A former Collection Agent for Creditors Interchange Receivable Management, LLC, in Cheektowaga, New York, Michael A. Di Enno, passed away suddenly, at the age of 42. He was a baseball enthusiast of the highest caliber. Heralding as the greatest armchair coach the Yankees ever had and enjoyed watching his children excel at the game. He also always found...

Nov 21, 2017

A World War II Army Veteran and member of the 106th Field Artillery with the 1st Battalion, Raymond Ziolkowski, better know as "UNCLE" passed away peacefully with his family at his side, at the age of 95. Previous to and after his military service from 1940 thru 1945, Raymond worked for many years with the Railroad refurbishing boxcars....

Nov 19, 2017

At the age of 51, a former Mechanic at Cleve-Hill Tire and Auto in Hamburg, NY. Beloved companion of late Paula Milewicz. Devoted father of Amanda (Sean Gerasimowicz) Milewicz and Jessica (John Rashko) Corp. Dearest son of Daniel and the late Rita Corp. Dearest brother of Brenda (Rob) Feidt, Michael (Patti) Corp, Mark Corp and David (Erica) Corp. Also survived...

Nov 15, 2017

At the age of 70, born Vivian Jean Maczonis in Syracuse, NY to the late Henry and Pearl (Todd) Maczonis Sister Vivian is survived by one niece, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her sister, Linda Mento.

A wake for Sister Vivian will be held at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Central Convent on Thursday,...