Obituaries

Luise Lirussi - Schlaun

Luise Lirussi - Schlaun

Sep 5, 2014

At the age of 93, in Glenwood, New York. Luise Lirussi-Schlaun, passed on peacefully, while surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Adolf Schlaun. The beloved mother of Nicole (Henry) Piepke, Sylvia Liljedahl, Silvio (Teresa) Lirussi, Belinda and Sonya Lirussi. And cherished grandmother of Marina (Tony) Tambasco, Erika (Tom) Hoff, Jon Liljedahl, Zachary and Angelica...

Florence C. Kowal

Florence C. Kowal

Sep 5, 2014

At the age of 89, the former Florence C. Roman, passed away after a long illness, in Buffalo General Hospital. She was a former member of the Legion of Mary and Parish Council at St. Josaphat Parish, in Cheektowaga, New York. Florence was the beloved wife of the late Victor S. Kowal, who predeceased her on, March 15,...

Sister Mary Rosette Kubisty, Cssf

Sister Mary Rosette Kubisty, Cssf

Sep 2, 2014

Age 94, born Elizabeth Kubisty in Buffalo, New York to the late Rosalie (Urmanska) and Thomas Kubisty.  Loving sister of the late Robert Kubisty. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Felician Sisters and family will be present at the Immaculate Heart of Mary (Villa Maria) Convent (600 Doat Street) on Wednesday from 6-8 PM and...

Marcy Wolinski

Marcy Wolinski

Sep 2, 2014

At the age of 62. Marcy passed away peacefully at St. John the Baptist Hospice House. She was the dearest daughter of the late Charlotte and Edward. Beloved sister of Edward (Phyllis) Wolinski, Patricia (late Robert) Laskowski, Robert (Rita) Wolinski, Marcia Owen, Paulette Wolinski, Sharon Wolinski, Darlene Wolinski, Gayle Fothergill, Gregory (Michele) Wolinski, Roland Berg and the late Daniel Wolinski...

Sophie C. Mruk

Sophie C. Mruk

Aug 31, 2014

At the age of 89. The former Sophie Wolinski, who enjoyed her Bingo, passed away peacefully at home, with her family. Beloved wife of the late Jerome Mruk. Sophie was the devoted mother of Donna Marie (John) Chmielewski. The family will be present on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Pietszak Funeral Home, 2400 William Street (near...

Ronald G. Smith

Ronald G. Smith

Aug 31, 2014

A former Buffalo Police Officer, who retired to Largo, Florida, passed away peacefully at Erie County Medical Center, here in Buffalo, New York. He was the loving husband of 51 years to the late Barbara Ann (nee Staszczyk). Barbara Ann, predeceased him on, January 7, 2012. The beloved father of Maureen (William) Ernest, Karen (John) Dolly, Sandra Smith and Kathleen...

David S Krzeminski

David S Krzeminski

Aug 30, 2014

At the age of 50, a former Truck driver for Hannah Demolition. Dave was the beloved husband of Genevieve (nee Hartel) and devoted father of David Obrien, Nicholas and Shain Krzeminski. He was predeceased by his parents Audrey and Narcis Krzeminski and was the dear son-in-law of Laurie and Peter Hartel and dearest brother of Karen (Bob) Schmitt,...

Teodozij “Teddy” Pryshlak

Teodozij “Teddy” Pryshlak

Aug 27, 2014

At the age of 87 a former Draftsman at Westinghouse in Cheektowaga, NY. Devoted son of late Anna (nee Cymbaliuk) and Ivan Pryshlak. Beloved husband of Halyna (nee Matuch) Pryshlak. Devoted father of Andrij (Natalka) Pryshlak and Maria "Musha" (George) Kallas. Loving father-in-law of Mary Pryshlak, Dearest grandfather of Timish, Marko, Andriko, Kristopher and Teddy. Brother-in-law of Sophia Pryszlak and...

Robert C. Everitt Sr.

Robert C. Everitt Sr.

Aug 25, 2014

At the age of 73, a son of late Lorraine (nee Londo) and Adam Everitt. Loving husband of Bessie (nee Keith). Father of Deborah (William) Colvin, Robert (Nancy) Everitt, Jr., Sandra (Daniel) Jaroszewski, Michelle (Charles) Benzo, Troy (Lisa) Everitt. Grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of seven. Predeceased by granddaughter Amanda Everitt. Brother of Elizabeth (Ronald) Stebbins. Also survived by many...

Maryann P. Borkowska

Maryann P. Borkowska

Aug 23, 2014

At the age of 62, beloved daughter to late Alphonse and Florence (nee Panikowski) Borkowski. Dearest sister of Theresa Wayman, Thomas Borkowski, Paul (Theresa) Borkowski, Stanley (Debbie) Borkowski, Alphonse (Mary Lou) Borkowski and Genevieve (Edward) Borkowski. Also survived by step-sisters and brothers, nieces and nephews. Family will be present Thursday 6-8 PM at the PIETSZAK FUNERAL HOME, 2400...

Joseph Walter Gredzicki

Joseph Walter Gredzicki

Aug 19, 2014

At the age of 64, Joseph was born to the late Julia (nee Spann) and Walter Gredzicki.  Joseph was SPD Transport Aide for Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo, New York and President of AFSCME Local 1095. The beloved husband of Catherine (nee Schwandt) Gredzicki. A devoted father of Dawn Gredzicki and Lynn (Joe) DeGrasse.  ...

Michael Grabiec

Michael Grabiec

Aug 19, 2014

At the age of 71, a printer at Arcata Graphics, in Depew, New York, Michael was the son of the late Charlotte (nee Kosowski) and Michael Grabiec. The loving husband of Patricia (nee Kosieracki) Grabiec and devoted father of Richard (Kathleen) Grabiec, Timothy Grabiec, and Jennifer (Ray) Brocculeri. Fond grandfather of Ashley (Brian) Brown, Brian Grabiec, Lauren Grabiec, Ryan Grabiec,...

Luba Ciolko

Luba Ciolko

Aug 18, 2014

At the age of 86, a former Lab Technician at Roswell Park Memorial Institution, in Buffalo, NY. Beloved daughter to late Anna Paprodskyj and Theodor Zajac. Beloved wife of the late Roman Ciolko.  Dearest sister of the late Oksana Maria (late Oleksander) Bereznyckyj. Devoted mother of Adrian (Chris) Ciolko, Orest (Paula) Ciolko and Lidia (Marko) Pilecky. Loving grandmother of Adrian,...

Ihor Zankiw

Ihor Zankiw

Aug 11, 2014

At the age of 66, Ihor Zankiw passed away peacefully at Hospice Buffalo, in Cheektowaga, NY. He was the former Executive Director at Transitional Services, Inc. a specialist in Residential Health Care for individuals with a Mental Illness. Ihor was the beloved husband of Elaine S. (nee Teagno) Zankiw. A loving cousin of Eugene (Alice) Siemieniuk, Susan Siemieniuk,...

Edwin "Gibby" Gibalski

Edwin "Gibby" Gibalski

Aug 6, 2014

At the age of 82, Edwin was born to the late Stephania (nee Zelinski) and Walter Gibalski. Gibby was a former Carpenter at Republic Steel in Buffalo, NY and a lifetime member of SS Peter & Paul AC Inc. and Babcock Boys Club. The beloved husband of the late Esther (nee Chojnacki) Gibalski. Dearest brother of Estelle (late Henry) Zaprzal,...

Donna Marie Andersen Mann

Donna Marie Andersen Mann

Aug 4, 2014

At the Age of 71, a former Nurses Aide at ECMC. Dearest daughter of the late Mary Skillman and Harvey Hughs. Beloved Mother of Ronald (Cathy) Anderson, Robin Borkowski and the late Kimberly Maduro. A Celebration of Donna's Life will be held at Living Faith Church (1907 Center Road West Seneca) Monday at 6:30PM.

Sophie J. Kelm

Sophie J. Kelm

Aug 4, 2014

The former Sophie J. Szyszkowski and Sophie J. Kuwik, passed away peacefully in Englewood Hospice, in Port Charlotte, Florida, at the age of 85. She was the beloved wife of the late Walter Kuwik, Jr. and the late David Kelm. The devoted mother of  Walter Kuwik III, Sharon Zientek, Lawrence Kuwik, Natalie Kuwik and Julie (Dominic) Constatine and ...

John R. Liberatore

John R. Liberatore

Jul 20, 2014

At the age of 72, John was a former Plant Supervisor at Trico, in Buffalo, NY. The beloved husband of Marie (nee Raczkowski) Liberatore and devoted father of John Guerin (Sarah Ralph) and loving "Poppy" of Kayla, Joelle and Laci. John was the dearest son of Susanne (nee Sapienza) and the late John Liberatore and dear brother of...

Anna T. Wozniak

Anna T. Wozniak

Jul 18, 2014

Anna who was 1 month and 15 days shy of 100, passed away Friday Evening, at Garden Gate Nursing Facility, in Cheektowaga, NY. The former Anna T. Lubelski, was the beloved wife of the late Frank Wozniak who predeceased her in 1985 and was the loving mother of Richard Wozniak, Judith (William) Schaefer and Carol (Paul) Mazurkiewicz. The dearest grandmother...

David Wayne Keller

David Wayne Keller

Jul 15, 2014

At the age of 54, a postal worker at the US Postal Service - William Street Branch. David was the beloved father of Shannon (Philip) Korba and Kristen Keller and loving grandfather of Amelia Cole. Devoted son of Wayne and Patricia (nee Suhr) Keller. Dearest brother of Colleen (Michael) Liszkiewicz and Gary Keller. Loving godson of Joan Bender and also...