Obituaries

Kathleen Pierson
Dec 24, 2015
The former Kathleen Cross, passed away peacefully at her home after a long struggle with Cancer, at the age of 62. She received her Business degree from Hilbert College and worked in the office, at The Fisher Price Co., in East Aurora, NY. Kathleen, also known as Katherine to some, was the former wife of Terrence Pierson and devoted mother...
Josephine B Czajkowski
Dec 20, 2015
The former Josephine B. Fifagrowicz, passed away peacefully at ElderWood Health Care at Cheektowaga, at the age of 95. Her recipe to a long life included Family, Pinochle, Bottled Beer, Garlic, Honey and Danny's Chicken Wing Soup. She had worked at the former Deaconess Hospital, in the Housekeeping Department, for many years.
Josephine was predeceased by her beloved...
Joseph A. Canazzi, Iii
Dec 17, 2015
A former Night Fireman for the City of Buffalo Board of Education passed away at Sisters of Charity - St. Joseph Campus at the age of 47. The beloved husband of Kim M. (Orlowski) Canazzi and devoted father of Joseph IV (Nicole Delamater) Canazzi, Justin Canazzi and the late Jessica Canazzi. He was Poppy to Lorelei Canazzi and...
Ronald J Niedzwiecki
Dec 13, 2015
Of Dunkirk, New York. A former Laborer at Rodgard Corporation, a Polymer Solutions Plant, in Buffalo, NY. Ron passed away peacefully, at the age of 58. He was the devoted father of Joseph Janczylik and Justin Janczylik and loving grandfather of Xzavier, Madison and Mateo. The dearest brother of Paul Niedzwiecki, David (fiancee Joanne) Niedzwiecki, Sharon (Michael Szczublewski)...
Maryann Rago
Dec 10, 2015
At the age of 61, a former Receptionist at City Creatures Animal Hospital in Buffalo, NY. A devoted daughter to late Anna Marciniak and Raymond Surdyk. Beloved wife of late Frank Rago Jr. Loving mother of Stacey (Brion) Ross, Wendy Rago and Ashley (Adam) Regdos. Fond grandmother of Elina and Sophia Ross and Falyn Regdos. Dear sister of Susan Surdyk,...
Sister Mary Francelette Smigielski, Cssf
Dec 5, 2015
At the age of 78, born Theresa Smigielski in Buffalo, NY to the late Frances (nee Glowczak) and Vincent Smigielski. Loving sister of the late Ted Smigielski and Peter Smigielski, who died in infancy. Felician Sisters and family will be present at the Immaculate Heart of Mary (Villa Maria) Convent (600 Doat) on Tuesday 2-5 PM. An evening...
Richard P. Cialfi
Dec 3, 2015
At the Age of 87 a son to the late Elizabeth Casparro and Adolpho Cialfi. Richard worked at Republic Steel Co. in Buffalo, NY where he was a Foreman. He is the beloved husband of Donna (nee Colpoys). Devoted father of Maureen (John) Baiocco, Karen (Anthony) Quaranto, Sandra Cialfi and Theresa (Craig) Weinert. Loving grandfather of Patrick (Kara) Baiocco, Nicholas...
Kenneth "Wink" Winkowski
Dec 3, 2015
A retired Electrician, with over 30 years of service at the General Motors Powertrain Plant, in Tonawanda, New York and a Vietnam Army Veteran in the 101st Airborne, Kenneth, passed away at his Home, at the age of 66. "Wink" as he was endearingly known by his friends, was the beloved husband of Debora A. (nee Klopp) Winkowski...
Albirt Edward Brown
Dec 2, 2015
Albirt a former Electrical Engineer at The Calspan Corporation, in Cheektowaga, NY, passed away at Brother's of Mercy Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, in Clarence, NY, at the age of 81. Born in Montreal, Canada, he was the son of the late Ellen Gertrude Birt and the late Albert Edward Brown. Albirt was the beloved husband of Chrystyna (nee...
Raymond H Paprocki
Nov 30, 2015
A former Punch Press set-up engineer at Hard Manufacturing, in Buffalo, New York and Navy Veteran, Raymond passed away at Kenmore Mercy Hospital, 15 days shy of his 85th Birthday. The beloved husband of the late Barbara (nee Holcomb) who predeceased him, on Feb. 16, 2007; Ray was the loving father of Patricia (David Geary) Hawkins, Debbie (Don)...
Genevieve "Jean" F Kalenik
Nov 22, 2015
The former Genevieve F. Chwojdak, passed away peacefully at Autumn View Health Care Facility, in Hamburg, New York, at the age of 92. A former Housekeeper at St. Joseph's Cathedral, of Buffalo, NY and member of the former VFW Fulara Bros. Post Ladies Auxiliary. Jean was the daughter of the late Louis and late Cecelia (Glowacki) Chwojdak.
...Henry W. White
Nov 17, 2015
At the age of 26, a former Painter at Finishing Touches in Buffalo, NY. Devoted father of Tyler, Faith and Mackenzie White. Loving son of Margaret Behr and Henry White. Dearest brother of Amber White, Rachel White and Kelly White. Fond Grandson of Lori Mistretta and Tim Behr and late Henry (Betty) White. Dearest Nephew of Linda (Carlos) Torres. Cousin...
Sister Mary Marguerite Brylinski, Cssf
Nov 17, 2015
At the age of 100, born Clare Brylinski in Buffalo to late Constantine and Frances (Swierkowski) Brylinski. Sister Marguerite is survived by nieces and nephews. She was pre-deceased by her brothers, John, Joseph, Matthew, Francis, Stanley and Athanasius Brylinski and her sisters, Monica Durma and Mary Brylinski. A wake for Sister Mary Marguerite will be held at the Immaculate Heart...
Gt Gauthier
Nov 14, 2015
At the ago of 49, GT a former Technician for Midas Muffler Company A devoted son of the late Anna Belle Thomas and Arthur Gauthier. The devoted father of Christina Troncone, Christopher and Branden Gauthier and loving grandfather of Savino and Giana. Dearest brother of Jack Gauthier, Terrie Lannie, Eddie Gauthier, and the late Beverly Lerczak, Kelly Rennard and Kathy...
Edmund D Kuczmanski
Oct 30, 2015
Edmund a former Biomedical Engineer at Erie County Medical Center, passed away at home, at the age of 87. The beloved husband of Lorraine (nee Mazgajewski) and devoted father of Susan (Gary Huber) Kuczmanski, Jerome (Penny) Kuczmanski and Janet Faulhaber. Loving grandfather of Jeffrey (Kristine) Huber, Jason Kuczmanski, Steven (Sarah) Huber, Krista (Joshua) Bair and Cory Kuczmanski and...
Stella M Jiagielski
Oct 29, 2015
The former Stella Pawlowski, passed away peacefully at Garden Gate Health Care, in Cheektowaga, New York, at the age of 96. Stella was a Sales Lady at the former Garden of Sweets, in Buffalo, NY. The daughter of the late Rose and Michael Pawlowski and devoted mother of Anna (late George) Strychalski, Joan (late Stanley) Mann and Josie...
Edward J. Renkas Jr.
Oct 28, 2015
At the age of 65, a devoted son of the late Helen Motyczynski and Edward Renkas Sr. Former Pharmacist at Woodmark Pharmacy in Williamsville, NY. Edward was the beloved husband of Theresa (nee Cieplinski) Renkas. Devoted father of Carolyn Renkas and loving grandfather of David, Jason and Joseph. Brother of John (Alice) Renkas and brother-in-law of James (Gabrielle) Cieplinski and...
Edward A Wiess
Oct 27, 2015
Known to most of his friends as the "Big O" or "Oscar," Edward Wiess passed away at Harris Hill Nursing Home, in Lancaster, New York.  He served from April 1952 till April 1954, during the Korean War, as a Marine Corps Corporal and received the National Defense Service Medal. Ed was also a retired Subforeman at National Fuel,...
Sister Mary Joseph Mcdermott, Cssf
Oct 27, 2015
At the age of 82, born Annie Teresa McDermott in Ireland to the late Ellen (nee Patterson) and John McDermott. Loving sister of the John McDermott, Eileen Lynch, SM Gabrielle McDermott, SSJG, S Rita McDermott, SSJG and the late Martin McDermott and Patrick McDermott. Felician Sisters and family will be present at the Immaculate...
Michael A Cole
Oct 26, 2015
A former Machinist at Blaw-Knox Corp. in Buffalo, NY, Michael passed away at home on Monday, October 26, 2015 at the age of 57. Son of the late Virginia (nee Walters) and Leonard J. Cole Jr. and devoted father of Jacqueline and Rachel Cole. Michael was the loving grandfather of Kaitlyn and Leo and dearest brother of Christopher...


