Obituaries

Benjamin P. Kubik
Jul 20, 2017
Benjamin P. Kubik, endearingly known as "Ben" passed away suddenly, after a recent operation. He was 21 years old.  A Philosophy student at Erie Community College, Ben excelled at Writing and was a member of the Hamburg High School Writers Guild. He also enjoyed Horseback riding, reading and attending Poetry Reading and Poetry Open Mics. Ben was the ...
Chester F. Przybyla
Jul 18, 2017
At the age of 88, a former Journeyman at Arcata Graphics in Depew, NY. A son to the late Zofia (nee Siepierska) and Franciszek Przybyla. Beloved husband of late Annette (nee Flury) Przybyla. Devoted father of Mary Beth (Richard) Lunghino and Steven (Linda) Przybyla. Loving grandfather of Richard A., Matthew, Jared, and step-grandfather of Christopher and Nicole. Survived by many...
Shirley R. Ring
Jul 15, 2017
The former Shirley R. Dauman, a Housewife and former Clerk for the United States Postal Service, passed away peacefully, at the age of 84. Shirley was the beloved wife of the late Robert Ring. She was the devoted mother of Debra (Brian) Placta, Kim (James) Gawron and James (Joanne) Ring. Loving grandmother of Amy (fiancé Brian Schneider) Placta,...
Daniel Joseph Hala
Jul 11, 2017
Hala, Daniel Joseph at the age of 81, beloved father and grandfather, was called to God on July 11, 2017 in East Longmeadow MA. He was born in Buffalo, NY, the son of the late Estelle Szuflita and stepson of the late Joseph Szuflita. Growing up in Buffalo, Daniel was an altar server at St. Ann's Church and graduated from...
Nicholas Alan Warden
Jul 7, 2017
Devoted father of Nerea Warden and loving companion of Sandra Lledo, of France. Beloved son of Mark Warden and Dawn Hall. Dearest nephew of Debbie (Greg) Leslie, William (Ginger) Warden, Henry (Linda) Warden, Rodney (Deanna) Curry and Rhonda (Don) White. Also survived by many family members. Family will gather Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the...
Helen A. Szkotnicki
Jul 6, 2017
At the age of 100. A daughter to the late Rosalia Bienik and Joseph Wilczak. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Szkotnicki. Devoted mother of Frank (Dorothy) Wilczak. Loving grandmother of Denise Wilczak , Francine Wilczak, Jaime (Kevin) Baldwin and Amy (Mark) Nies. Fond great-grandmother of Jackson Nies, Xavier Baldwin and Tristan Baldwin. Predeceased by her siblings Stanley (Diane) Wilczak,...
John M. Houlihan
Jul 6, 2017
At the Age of 72, a former Truck Driver for TLC. Beloved husband of Marsha (nee Kwaizer) Houlihan. Devoted father of John "Chuck" Houlihan, Mark "Mac" (Caryn) Houlihan and Elizabeth (fiance Ken Cosentino) Houlihan, Linda Jean (Kevin) Stone, Carol Ruth (Wally) DuBois and Thomas Glen Bering. Loving grandfather of 10 and 1 great-grandson. Dearest brother of Joey and the late...
Dolores Repschlager
Jul 1, 2017
At the age of 81, a former Baker at University of Buffalo Faculty-Student Association in Buffalo, NY. Dolores was a daughter to the late Bertha (nee Ciesla) and Cyrus Mays. Beloved wife of Kenneth Repschlager. Devoted mother of Evelyn Duggan, Christine (Thomas) Hambridge, Karen Pajak and Karla (Robert) Albert. Loving grandmother of Rachel Hambridge, Sarah Hambridge, Kristyn Pajak, Ethan Pajak,...
Barbara Z. Lichota
Jun 26, 2017
The former Barbara Z. Tobiczek, passed away peacefully at the age of 78. She was the beloved wife of late Tadeusz Lichota and devoted mother of Christine Dugenske, Diane Smith, Ed Lichota, Steve Lichota and Ted Lichota, Jr. Barbara was also the grandmother of Kash Dugenske and Deonna (Stephen) Takach. Family will be present on Wednesday afternoon from 2...
Calvin L. Williams, Jr.
Jun 12, 2017
Calvin L. Williams, Jr., a student at Bryant & Stratton College, also know as "Biggums" passed away suddenly, on June 12, 2017, at the age of 25. He was the devoted son of Michelle (nee Parker) and Randy Nicpon and the late Sawana Garcia and Charles Murray. The loving grandson of Patricia and late Joseph Parker, Debra Garcia...
Helen Herriman
Jun 7, 2017
The former Helen Notarnicola, passed away peacefully at her residence, in Cheektowaga, New York, at the age of 92. She was a retired Supervisor at Buffalo China Inc. in Buffalo, New York. A devoted daughter to the late Antoinette (nee DeCarolis) and Giacomo Notarnicola. The beloved wife of late James Herriman. Dearest sister of late Mary (late John) Paese, late...
Andrew "Andy" G. Godfrey
Jun 3, 2017
A Manager of the the Cheektowaga Community Federal Credit Union for over 25 years, Co-Owner of the Blue Wall and President and Coach of the Cheektowaga Girls Fastpitch Softball, as well as an avid Yankee and UNC Tar Heels fan, Andrew "ANDY" Godfrey, passed away suddenly, on June 3, 2017, at the age of 46. He was the beloved husband...
Bernard E Ziemba
Jun 2, 2017
Bernard E. Ziemba, on the wings of an eagle, peacefully entered into heaven, with his wife and daughters at his side, on June 2, 2017. He retired from the Buffalo Fire Department as a Lieutenant and proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps, as a Sergeant, during the Korean War and was the recipient of the Korean Service Medal with...
Stephen Anthony Paoletti
May 30, 2017
Stephen Anthony was born on August 23, 1972 to Constance M. (nee Bak) and Anthony Paoletti in Buffalo, New York.
He was a devoted brother of Melody (Robert) Voltz and Melissa Paoletti and loving uncle of Eva Voltz, Jack Voltz and the late Hannah Voltz. Beloved godson of Anne Marie Mead. Stephen was predeceased by his grandparents...
Donna M Miller
May 27, 2017
The former Donna Mirowski, a Case Worker for DePaul - Kensington Square Community Residence since 2011, passed away peacefully with he family at her side on Saturday, May 27, 2017. She worked for many years with the disabled till she herself became disabled in July of 2016. When Donna was able, she loved to be the #1 Cheerleader and outspoken...
Orest Petro Ciolko
May 20, 2017
Orest P. Ciolko, a Professional Engineer at AECOM, of Buffalo New York, passed away at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, in Amherst, New York, at the age of 59. Formerly a Professional Engineer at Wendel Companies, for over 26 years, Orest also enjoyed being a "Soccer Dad" and attended his daughters games religiously. His love of biking led him to join...
Leo A. Pawelek
May 17, 2017
A retired Postal Clerk at the United Stated Post Office since 1973, Leo A. Pawelek, passed away at Hospice Buffalo, Inc., in Cheektowaga, New York, at the age of 92. He was the cherished husband of over 68 years to the late Sophie (nee Wnuk) Pawelek and devoted father of Christine (John) Jasinski, Barbara (Joseph) Desiderio, Ann Dewyea, Leona (Jerry)...
Nancy Rose Adamski
May 17, 2017
beloved of Alfred Cherven; loving daughter of the late Laura and Louis Adamski; devoted niece of Sophie Zastawny and Dorothy Borucki; dearest cousin of Sandra Reukauf and Richard (Cynthia) Kert; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family will be present Monday 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the PIETSZAK FUNERAL HOME, 2400 William St. (near Harlem) where services will...
Lois Manning
May 16, 2017
Lois was the beloved companion of the late Michael F. Huber.  Dear mother of Michael S. Manning, Beth M. Formaniak, April L. Hill, Mark R. (Laura) Manning and Pamela A. Nicholson.  Loving nana of 8 and great grandmother of 10.  Sister of Sharon Jewart and Janice (Jack) Ordon and the late Larry (Nancy) Cervi.  She...
Florence F. Miszuk
May 15, 2017
At the age of 75, a former Secretary for Graphic Controls in Buffalo, NY. A daughter to the late Sophie nee Erin and late Walter Nowakowski. Beloved wife of late Michael Miszuk. Dearest sister of Chester Nowakowski.
Inurnment at St. Stanislaus Cemetery, in Cheektowaga, New York, will be held privately, at a later date.


