Obituaries

William "Billy" Hupkowicz

William "Billy" Hupkowicz

Apr 1, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William "Billy" Hupkowicz. Billy was a Bindery Worker at William S. Hein & Co., where he worked diligently. His dedication to the community matched his commitment to his work he held numerous leadership roles at SS Peter and Paul Athletic Club and was a proud member of the...

Thomas G. Swenson

Thomas G. Swenson

Mar 26, 2025

Tom is reunited with his parents May (nee O'Mara) and Wilmin Swenson, his best friend and wife Barb (nee Curtis) Swenson, and his brother James Swenson.

Retired from Chamberlin formerly Queen City Rubber in Buffalo, NY where he worked as a Purchasing Agent.

Devoted father of Lisa (Marc) Kozak.

Loving grandfather of Cody...

Marie Jean Polchlopek

Marie Jean Polchlopek

Mar 21, 2025

Marie was a cherished daughter born to Josephine and Paul Marranco.

Formerly a Switchboard Operator for the Worthington Corporation.

She was the beloved wife of the late Richard V. Polchlopek, with whom she shared a lifetime of love and memories.

Marie was a devoted mother to Marie (Michael C.) Klopp and the late...

Anthony J. Dicenzo

Anthony J. Dicenzo

Mar 18, 2025

Anthony DiCenzo, age 81, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and unwavering dedication to his family. He was a skilled machinist at American Axle for many years, and there wasn't a golf ball that he could not find.

He is now reunited with his parents, Maria (nee Sandoli) and Giovanni DiCenzo, and his loving...

Greg B. Olma

Greg B. Olma

Mar 14, 2025

Beloved husband of Annette Juncewicz. Loving father of Mira and Max Olma. Cherished son of Paula (nee Failing) and the late Richard Olma. Devoted brother of Gerry (Tracy) Olma.  Fond brother-in-law of Tina (Don) Sutherland, Veronica (Peter) Krys, Edmund (Nina) Juncewicz, Evelyn (Greg) Sliwa, and Helen Juncewicz. Dear Uncle of Philip (Annie) Krys, Lara Krys, Joseph Juncewicz, Teresa Juncewicz,...

Yolanda Ramos

Yolanda Ramos

Mar 9, 2025

Cherished daughter of the late Felicita (nee Mojica) and late Santo Ramos.

Devoted mother of Jose Ramos and Zaida Ramos.

Fond grandmother of Jorge, Yoliana and Zadil and great grandmother of Jorge Jandel.

Also survived by three brothers and a sister.

Service will be held at the convenience of the family....

Paul Brian Wroblewski

Paul Brian Wroblewski

Mar 7, 2025

"Stan the Man" passed away suddenly on March 7, 2025.

He was the beloved husband of Mary (nee Kawalek) Wroblewski.

Loving father of Brandon (Kelsey) Wroblewski and cherished grandpa of Barrett and Bowen Wroblewski.

Stan was a top-notch machinist in the aircraft division of Moog, Inc for over 3 decades. He enjoyed his...

Nancy A. Kurek

Nancy A. Kurek

Mar 2, 2025

Nancy was born on Friday, March 16, 1951 to Josephine (nee Grell) and Leonard Krakowiak.

At the age of 16, Nancy met her best friend and love of her life Francis Kurek. They later married in 1972 at Holy Apostles Peter and Paul Church, in Buffalo, NY. Nancy worked as a Teachers Aide at Cheektowaga School District....

Lucille Manuszewski

Lucille Manuszewski

Mar 2, 2025

Lucille was born on Saturday, May 12, 1934 to Angeline (nee Ruda) and Valentine "William" Zamiara in Buffalo, New York.  Lou was a secretary at Bakos Agency in Cheektowaga, New York. Following Bakos, Lou worked at West Seneca School District and volunteered at the American Red Cross. Member of BAC for Women on French Road where she made everlasting...

Joyce "Emme" Gordon-Koeppen

Joyce "Emme" Gordon-Koeppen

Mar 2, 2025

 At the age of 78 a cherished daughter of the late Eleanor and Harry Gordon. 

 Beloved wife of Rex Koeppen. 

 Devoted mother of Rex (Jennifer) Koeppen II and Rodney (Delia) Koeppen. 

 Loving grandmother of Stacee (Ricky) Lewis, Rex Victor Koeppen III, Taryn Koeppen, Tyler MacNeil, Drew Koeppen, Ryan Koeppen, Kenna MacNeil and Ella MacNeil. 

 Fond great-grandmother of two. 

 Dear sister-in-law of Robert Koeppen, Jr. 

 Family will...

Linda K. Lubecki

Linda K. Lubecki

Mar 2, 2025

Linda was born on Friday June 2, 1961 to Adele Orlowski and Raymond Lubecki.

Devoted mother of Heather Shipley and Donald Shipley.

Loving grandmother of Taressa Gary, Emma Shipley, Ella Shipley and late Andrew Shipley.

Fond great grandmother of Rayelle Gary and Josiah Torres.

Dearest sister of Dennis Lubecki, Raymond Lubecki,...

Valentina Radwanski

Valentina Radwanski

Feb 28, 2025

Valentina (nee Slepinin) Radwanski passed away peacefully on the morning of Friday, February 28, 2025.  She was predeceased by her beloved husband Bernard J Radwanski, sister Catherine (Stresz), brothers-in-law Walter Pobywaylo and William Stresz and niece Tamara DeMarco.  She is survived by her sisters Alexandria Pobywaylo, Alina (Sal) LoFaso, Godchildren Lena Fulton, John Stresz and Victoria Opett, many nieces,...

Debbie S. Colvin

Debbie S. Colvin

Feb 27, 2025

At the age of 63 a cherished daughter of the late Bessie (nee Keith) and late Robert Everitt Sr.

Loving wife of William J. Colvin Jr.

Devoted mother of Jeffrey (Jessica) Miranda, Steven (Jenna) Miranda and Nicholas (Rachel) Miranda and their father Stephan Miranda. Step-mother of William J. Colvin III and Michael L. (Karla) Colvin....

Robert "Bob" Sielski

Robert "Bob" Sielski

Feb 26, 2025

Born on Tuesday September 18, 1945 to Irene and Leo Sielski.

Bob retired from Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center where he worked as a Social Worker and Musician.

Beloved husband of Judith (nee Lawicki) Sielski.

Devoted father of Kris (Jackie) Sielski and Kim Sielski.

Loving grandfather of Bethany and Benjamin.

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Theodore "Ted" Galuszka

Theodore "Ted" Galuszka

Feb 23, 2025

Theodore Galuszka was born on Thursday, August 19, 1948 to Carrie (nee Maciejewski) and Edward Galuszka in Buffalo, New York.

Ted was the beloved husband of Catherine "Kasia" (nee Zolnowski).

A devoted father of Kevin Galuszka, Dawn (Scott) Albano, Richard (Ann Kin) Galuszka and Ryan (Caitlyn) Galuszka.

Loving gramp of Austin (Erin), Tyler,...

Laura F. Madejczyk

Laura F. Madejczyk

Feb 21, 2025

At the age of 91, Laura was predeceased by her husband Edward Madejczyk and her parents Carrie (nee Miklas) and Walter Dombrowski.

Beloved mom of Suzanne (Gary) O'Boyle, Catherine (late Paul) McGuire and late Thomas (Daphne) Madejczyk.

Proud grandma of Paul Edward (Kiera) McGuire and Mark Robert (Amanda) McGuire.

Cherished great-grandmother of Jonah...

Paul Mure

Paul Mure

Feb 21, 2025

Paul was born on Tuesday, July 9. 1957 to Arlene (nee Sulpizio) and Frank Mure in Buffalo, New York.  He was an assembly line worker at General Motors in Buffalo, New York.

He was the beloved husband of Cheryl (nee Ruppenthal).

Devoted father of Wendi Mure and James (Tami) Mure.

Loving fur-grandpa of...

Sister Mary Ursuline Hilinski, Cssf

Sister Mary Ursuline Hilinski, Cssf

Feb 19, 2025

Sister Mary Ursuline, 103, a Felician Sister for 85 years, died in Immaculate Heart of Mary Convent, Buffalo, NY, on February 19, 2025.   The former Josephine Hilinski was born on April 1, 1921, in Erie, PA.    She entered the Buffalo Province of the Felician Sisters on July 7, 1939, and professed perpetual vows on August 6, 1947.  After graduating...

William Milley, Iii

William Milley, Iii

Feb 14, 2025

William was born on Sunday, March 28, 1943 to Helen (nee Geryak) and William Milley II in Buffalo, New York.

William passed away on February 14, 2025 in El Cajon, CA.

Beloved husband of Patricia Owens Milley.

Dearest father of William Milley IV and Michael Milley. A cherished grandfather of Jenna Rose Milley....

Linda K. Penkalski

Linda K. Penkalski

Feb 13, 2025

Linda Penkalski, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, nurse and friend, passed away on February 13, 2025, surrounded by the family she cherished. Born on January 7, 1952, in Buffalo, NY. Linda lived a life defined by kindness, selflessness, and an unwavering devotion to those she loved.

The daughter of late Irene (nee Rozmus) and the late...