OBITS: The Buffalo News Death Notices 3 Apr 2005; Buffalo, Erie co., New York text-formatted by W. David Samuelsen for USGenWeb Archives *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.org/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.org/ny/nyfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: The Buffalo News http://www.buffalonews.com Alexin, Richard A. April 2, 2005, beloved husband of the late Celia (Piechowiak) Alexin; dearest father of Garret (Judith), Timothy (Valerie); dear grandfather of Brent, Aaron, Ryan, Mitchell and Ethan; brother of Laura (late Chester) Kazmierczak, Valentine (Bebe), Alois (Terry), late Bernard (late Rose), late Edmund (late Eleanor) Owczarczak, late Casimer Ozark, late Mary (late Matthew) Michalski; brother-in-law of Conrad (Helen) Piechowiak; survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call at the BARRON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3025 William St. near Union Rd., Cheektowaga, Tuesday only from 2-4 and 6-9. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday at 9:30 in The Holy Mother of the Rosary Cathedral, 6298 Broadway, Lancaster. Please assemble at church from 9 AM. Mr. Alexin was a WWII veteran, a member of the George Lamm Post #622, member of the YMS of R and the Cathedral Choir. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/5/2005. Arnold, Roger Plunkett March 7, 2005, in Jacksonville, FL; beloved husband of Mary Haar Arnold. Funeral Services were held in Florida. This is a correction for a pervious notice ran in March. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Barsch, Lillian March 29, 2005, beloved wife wife of the late Charles Barsch; dear mother of Barbara (Thaddeus) Gardon; grandmother of Charles P. (Tracy) Byrne; great-grandmother of Hannah, Nicholas and Evan Byrne. Private funeral services were held Thursday at Elmlawn Cemetery. No visitations. Those wishing may make donations in her memory to the WNY Heart Association. Arrangements by AMHERST MEMORIAL CHAPEL, INC. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005. Batterson, Russell C. Of Springville, NY March 27, 2005; husband of the late Joan W. Batterson (nee Humphreys); father of Susan M. (Stanley) Lane, David C. (Pamela) Batterson, Patricia A. Swift, Deborah L. (Walter) Wild and Cynthia J. (Al) Stevenson; also survived by 14 grandchildren and several great grandchildren; brother of Robert Batterson. Friends may call Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the SMITH-WEISMANTEL FUNERAL HOME, 217 E. Main St, Springville, NY, where funeral service will be held Tuesday morning at 11 O'clock. Expression of sympathy may be made in recognition of his great grandson Jared to A-T Children's Project, 668 S. Military Trail, Deerfield Beach FL. 33442 or to Hospice Foundation 225 Como Park Blvd Buffalo, NY 14227-1480 Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Beal, Isaac March 29, 2005, beloved husband of Ardella; beloved father of Brenda, Tony, Earl, Keith, Larry and Ricky; beloved brother of Maggie, Corene, Bessie, Frances, Sarah, Willie and CD. The family will receive friends on Monday 11 AM. Funeral to follow at 12 Noon from the Calvary Baptist Church, 1184 Genesee. Arrangements by BRIAN K. LEWIS FUNERAL HOMES, 347 Peckham. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Beals, Nelson April 1, 2005. Husband of the late Jeanette M. Graap Beals; father of Nelson D., Dennis W., Judith E. Holly L. and the late Brian T. Beals; also survived by eight grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews; brother of William F. and Thomas C. Beals. Funeral services from the CARLTON A. ULLRICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 855 Englewood Ave., Tonawanda, Monday at 11 AM. Family present Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mr. Beals was a WW II Veteran, past president of the Buffalo Calvary Assoc., 24 year member of the North Amherst Volunteer Fire Co. and worked for for 44 years at Occidental Durez Corp. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. Berarducci, Doris B. March 31, 2005; beloved wife of the late Norman Berarducci; dear mother of Michael Donnelly, Daniel (Susan) Berarducci and the late Brian Donnelly; survived by six grandchildren. Private service at convenience of the family. No prior visitation. Arrangements by the NIGHTENGALE FUNERAL HOME, 1884 South Park Ave. (822-4271) Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Brandys, John M. Of Depew, April 1, 2005. Dear brother of Martha (John) Masiewicz, Mary (late Bernard) Kupka and Helen (Norbert) Dobiesz; pre-deceased by other sisters and a brother; survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation with family in the EDWARD J. CICHON FUNERAL HOME, 4929 Broadway, Depew, Monday 2-4 and 6-8 PM, where a funeral service will be held at 8 PM immediately following visitation. Relatives and friends are invited. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Buchanan, Margaret E. (Oatmeyer) April 1, 2005; wife of the late Kenneth Woodruff; mother of Darlene Woodruff and Richard (Wilma) Buchanan; grandmother of Margaret, Timothy and Kara. Friends may call Saturday 7-9 PM and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at LOOMIS OFFERS & LOOMIS, INC., Memorial Chapel, 1820 Seneca St., where funeral will be held Monday at 11:00 AM. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. Carter, Elizabeth K. (Travis) March 30, 2005, beloved wife of James J. Carter; dearest Mother of James T. (Kerry), Thomas E., Mary Beth, Catherine 'Catie Carter; sister of Mary Ellen Travis, Barbara Fitzgerald and William Travis; loving grandmother of Catherine Carter. Family will be present to receive friends Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 at the THOMAS J. KELLEHER FUNERAL HOME, 192 Abbott Rd. (same location as Joseph K. Quinn Funeral Home, Inc.) where services will be held Monday at 8:45 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial from St. Ambrose Church at 9:30. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Roswell Park Cancer Institute or the American Diabetes Association. Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery Mausoleum. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/1/2005 - 4/3/2005. Chambers, Clemence Caro April 2, 2005. Beloved mother of Jeannette (Robert) Whalen, Joyce (Louis) Pasco, Robert (Marsha Huard) and Daniel (Bonny) Chambers; loving grandmother of Christine, David (Jill) Walker, Nicholas, Leah and Joseph Pasco, Andrew and Steven Chambers, Robert Whalen Jr. and Margaret (Michael) Brady; great-grandmother of Samantha; also survived by sisters and brothers. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. No prior visitation. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Temple Beth El or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by the AMHERST MEMORIAL CHAPEL INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Christofaro, Anna (Verrelli) April 1, 2005, beloved wife of the late Rocco Christofaro; dear mother of Armando (Shirley), Phyllis (David) Morgante, Rocco (Wanda) and the late Gina (Camillo) Crescenzi; also survived by eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Friends received at the MICHAEL A. DiVINCENZO FUNERAL HOME, 1122 E. Lovejoy St., Monday from 4-8 PM where prayers will be said Tuesday morning at 10 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Visitation Church at 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Rosa Coplon Home of the Weinberg Campus, 2700 N. Forest Rd., Getzville, NY 14068. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005. Cirillo, Rose M. (Vastola) April 1, 2005; beloved wife of the late Joseph D. Cirillo; dearest mother of Joseph B. (Crystal) and Francis P. (Lisa) Cirillo; dear grandmother of Chad, Victoria, Paige, Elise and Sarah; sister of Sr. Mary Eugenia Vastola, RSM, Carmen Vastola, Jean Textor and Jane Walter and the late Phyllis Giordano, Charles, William, Ralph, Anthony, Joseph and Francis Vastola; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family will be present on Saturday 7-9 PM and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Urban-AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, 3645 Genesee Street where funeral services will be held on Monday at 9:00 AM and from Our Lady Help of Christians Church at 9:30 AM. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to The St. Francis Home (Williamsville, NY) or The Alzheimer's Association of WNY. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. Conte, Lawrence J. Age 85, of Batavia, entered into rest April 2, 2005, beloved husband of Catherine M. 'Kitty' (Riforgiato) Conte of Batavia; loving father to Lawrence J. Conte, Jr. of Fairport, Gary (Anne) Conte of Clarendon Hills, IL and Barbara (David) Wedow of Batavia; loving brother of Gene (Mary) Conte of Wappenger Falls, NY, Frank Conte of Lackawanna and Joseph (Jeanne) Conte of Columbus, OH; brother-in-law of Margaret Conte of Los Angeles, CA, Faye Conte and Rose Conte, both of Lackawanna; seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews survive. Friends may call Monday, April 4 from 4-8 PM at the GILMARTIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 329 West Main St., Batavia, NY 14020 where prayers will be said 9:30 AM Tuesday, April 5 followed by a 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Batavia, NY. Entombment in St. Joseph's Mausoleum. Memorials suggested to The American Diabetes Assn., 315 Alberta Dr., Amherst, NY 14226 or St. Joseph's R.C. Church, 303 E. Main St., Batavia, NY 14020. An online memorial and guest registry is available at www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Davis, Charles F. March 28, 2005; of Buffalo, NY. Loving husband of the late Marsha (nee Travanto); devoted father of Nancy, Steven, Linda, Paul and Thomas; also survived by seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Private services at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by LINK-FOX & LUKA FUNERAL HOME (885-1709). Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Digioia, Joseph "Peppers" April, 5, 2005, beloved companion of Amelia (nee Rantuno) Giarratano; brother of the late Josephine Gorino, Rose (Anthony) Cardarella, Esther Compitello, Matthew and Carl DiGioia; uncle of Mary Castiglia, Judy DeJohn, Carol Gidner, Russell DiGioia, Russell and the late Henry Gorino. Friends received Monday 4-8 PM at the GRECO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2909 Elmwood Ave. and are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Timothy's Church, (565 East Park Dr. at Ensminger Rd.), Tuesday at 10 AM. Flowers gratefully declined. Mr. DiGioia was a veteran of WWII. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Dippold, Rita C. (Drews) March 29, 2005; beloved wife of the late Kenneth Dippold; dear mother of Darlene (Bernard) Kiel; grandmother of Shannon (Matthew Mulvaney) Craig-Mulvaney and Ian Craig; sister of William (Betty) Drews; sister-in-law of Mildred (late Karl) Wenzel; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Saturday 7-9 PM and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC, 2480 Kensington. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 9:30 AM at Blessed Sacrament Church, 263 Claremont Ave., Buffalo, NY 14223 Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. Dirschedl, Karl G. "Fat Cat" April 1, 2005, devoted husband of Bernette (nee Kastner); loving son of Marie (late Joseph) Loeffler and the late Karl J. Dirschedl; dear brother of Barbara (Edward) Heckmann and Catherine (Richard) Radcliffe; step-brother of Margie (Edward) Niemczyk and Marian (Richard) Wischerath and the late Joanne Niemczyk; survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Sunday 7-9 PM and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 9:30 AM at St. Mary of Sorrow's Church, 333 Guilford St., Buffalo, NY. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005. Donner, Timothy L. April 2, 2005, of Little Valley, NY. Friends may call at the MENTLEY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 411 Rock City St., Little Valley, NY, Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral Services Wednesday at 11 AM from the funeral home. Burial in Little Valley Rural Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Ecker, Howard G. March 25, 2005. A Memorial Service will be held on April 9, 2005 at 10 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church, 146 Reserve Rd., West Seneca. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/5/2005. Fassett, Ermina "Irma" (Amrhein) Age 93; wife of the late Laverne 'Muckie' Fassett; dear sister of Franklin J. (Mary) Amrhein and the late Dorothy Pratt, Louise Wahl and Lorraine Hollingworth; beloved second mother of Gay-Yvonne Potter; loved dearly by many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held later this Spring. Arrangements by SCHLAGER FUNERAL HOME INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Ferguson, Martha E. (Walty) Of Blasdell, NY, March 31, 2005; beloved wife of George A. Ferguson; dearest mother of Mary Beth (Tom) Calzone; grandmother of three; daughter of Raymond and Loretta Walty; sister of Ray (Sharon) Walty and Betty Nash; also survived by many special nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly. Family present Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at The HOY FUNERAL HOME INC., 3855 Seneca St., West Seneca. Relatives and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Mother of Good Counsel Church, 3688 South Park Ave., Blasdell, Monday morning at 9:30. Please assemble at Church. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. Finley, Mildred G. (Gardiner) of Amherst, NY, March 26, 2005. Wife of the late James H. Finley; mother of Joan (Lawrence) Wright and James (Gloria) Finley Jr, survived by six grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Friends and relatives are invited to attend a Memorial Service, April 9, 10 AM at Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Snyder, NY. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to the Beechwood Foundation, 2235 Millersport Hwy, Getzville, NY 14068. Arrangements by DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME, INC. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/7/2005. Gieger, Norman A. Of Alden, NY, April 1, 2005; husband of the late Vivian Gieger; father of Anne White and the late Mark Gieger; grandfather of Katie (Thomas) White-Smith and Kevin Gieger; great-grandfather of Zoe and Henry Robin. Mass of Christian Burial from St. John's R.C. Church, Alden, NY, Tuesday at 10 AM (assemble at Church). Family present at the CHARLES MEYER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 13228 Broadway, Alden, NY, Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Ginett, Dominic C. Of Santa Fe, NM, formerly of Carlyle Ave., South Buffalo, March 22, 2005, predeceased by Marian L. (Scarcello) Ginett; survived by children: Frank (Jane) of Scottsdale, AZ, Joseph (Kathy) of Savannah, GA and Rose Norine (Fred) Kull of Fairport, NY; seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; brother of Nancy Viscomi of Cleveland, OH. Private interment in Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends are invited to join the family for a Memorial Mass at St. Martin of Tours R.C. Church (Abbott Road) Saturday, July 16 at 11:00 AM. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to The Hospice Center, 1400 Chama Street, Santa Fe, NM 87505. Arrangements by NORMAN E. GANNON & SONS, INC. FUNERAL HOME, 1075 Ridge Rd., Lackawanna (824-4000). Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Gullo, Mary R. (Bova) March 31, 2005, beloved wife of the late Michael F. Gullo; mother of Thomas (Florence) Gullo and Carol Gullo; grandmother of Deborah (Michael) Bartolotta; daughter of the late Rosario and Crocifissa (Gullo) Bova; sister of the late Rosalie (late Frank) Schiavo, Rosa (late Russell) Gugliuzza, Sally (late Joseph) Cappellino, Jennie (late Joseph) Zambito, Serafino 'Serf' (Rose) Bova and Patricia LaRuffa; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family present to receive friends Saturday 7-9 PM and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the PERNA-PELLEGRINO FUNERAL HOME, 1306 Hertel Ave., (near Colvin Ave.), where Funeral Services will be held Monday at 8:15 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from Holy Spirit Church (Dakota Ave.) at 9 AM. Interment Mount Calvary Cemetery. Flowers declined. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. Heppner, Sara E. (Conrad) Age 64, of Delevan, NY, April 2, 2005, wife of Ronald L. Sr.; mother of Ronald Jr., James, Holly (Larry) Schoeplin, Joseph (Kathy), Sara Jane (James) Etcheverry, Catherine (David) Sink; sister of Albert (Donna), Donald (Dawn), John (Chris) Conrad and Roslyn (Eugene) Wolf; also survived by 10 grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Friends may call 2-4 and 7-9 Monday at the W.S. DAVIS FUNERAL HOME, INC., Arcade. Funeral Service Tuesday at 11 AM from St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Springville. Memorials to the Yorkshire Rescue Squad or Bertrand-Chaffee Hospital, Springville. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Hollander, Bessie March 31, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Maurice Hollander; devoted mother of Charles (Robin) Hollander and Marian (Steven) Lustig; devoted grandmother of Alyssa and Michele Hollander, Jason, Emily and Max Lustig. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday in New York City. No prior visitation. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may send donations in her memory to The Salvation Army. Arrangements by the AMHERST MEMORIAL CHAPEL INC. The family will be observing a period of mourning at the home of Steve and Marian Lustig Monday evening through Friday afternoon. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. Houseknecht, Judy A. (nee Eppoleto) March 31, 2005, of Lackawanna, NY, beloved wife of Robert G.; dearest mother of Joseph and Robert; daughter of the late Joseph and Barbara (nee Cocca) Eppoleto; sister of Rosemary Sherley. No prior visitation. Arrangements by THE COLONIAL MEMORIAL CHAPELS INC. Donations to Hospice Buffalo, 225 Como Park Blvd., Cheektowaga, NY 14227. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Kane, Lorna F. (Becker) April 1, 2005, wife of the late Louis E. Kane, Albert F. Schaefer and Magne A. Olsen; mother of Janet M. (Donald) Lonergan, Patricia A. Schaefer, Sandra L. Schaefer, Judith M. (George) Campbell and Michael F. Schaefer; grandmother of Kelly, Joshua and Jason; sister of James (Shirley) Becker and Doris M. Becker. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by BEACH-TUYN FUNERAL HOME INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Karmelek, Ann Marie "Angie" March 30, 2005, of Blasdell, NY, beloved wife of Eugene; dearest mother of Gene (Nancy), Gary (Judy), Kathy (Peter) Trillizio and Karen (Rob) Voit; grandmother of Jason (Kate), Nick, Alison, James, Mary, Leah, Hannah, Emma and Mark; great-grandmother of Brady; sister of Emily Connolly, Josephine Majcher, Mamie Dura and Dolly (Hank) Mach; sister-in-law of Lucile (Bill) Murray and Pat (Gene) Nowicki; also survived by many nieces and nephews. There will be a memorial mass on Saturday, April 9, 2005 in St. Hyacinths at 10:00. Mrs. Karmelek was a member of Altar and Rosary Society and Mother's Club. Arrangements by THE COLONIAL MEMORIAL CHAPLES INC., 3003 S. Park Ave., Lackawanna, NY. No prior visitation. Donations to Holy Angles Inc., 6600 Wilkinson Blvd., PO Box 710, Belmont, NC 28012-0710 in memory of Ann Marie. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/8/2005. Klein, Nelson M. March 31, 2005, of Williamsville, NY. Beloved father of Bonnie L. Klein. Grandfather of Kurtis (Susan) and Lora (Mark) Zeiger. Great grandfather of Michael. Private services at the convenience of the family. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Koronowski, Lottie (Michalek) April 1, 2005, wife of the late Raymond; dear mother of Raymond (Theresa), Richard (Susan) and the late Patricia Ann; grandmother of six grand and six great-grandchildren; sister of Chester Michalek and the late Helen Popek and Frances Michalek; also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday 7-9 and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd. (two blocks east of Dick Rd.) Mass of Christian Burial at St. Casimir RC Church, Weimar and Casimir Sts., Monday 9:30 AM. Please assemble at church. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. Kowsky, Lauraine (Sitzman) April 1, 2005, age 95 of North Tonawanda, after a long illness; wife of the late Levant E. Kowsky; mother of Marilyn (Conal) Martin and Donald (Adehlia) Kowsky; grandmother of Montgomery and Margaret Rasch, Martha Black, Kathleen Vittum, Steven Kowsky and Jeffrey and Gregory Martin; sister of Harold and Russell Sitzman; also survived by six great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 6:30-9:00 PM Tuesday at the HAMP FUNERAL HOME INC., Adam & Seymour Sts., Tonawanda. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM Wednesday at St. Francis Chapel on Adam St. in Tonawanda. Friends invited. If desired, memorials to the Schofield Residence Activities Department or to St. Francis Church are preferred. Complete obituary, condolences and directions at www.hampfuneral.com Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Kozina, Bernice M. (Harenza) April 1, 2005, of West Seneca, NY, beloved wife of the late Joseph H. Kozina; dearest mother of Joe (Joan), Bill (Connie), Mike and John Kozina; cherished grandmother of eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and friends. Services Tuesday at 8:30 AM from the KAZMIERCZAK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3640 Clinton St. (one block east of Union) and in Fourteen Holy Helpers R.C. Church at 9 AM. The family will be present on Sunday and Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005. La Duca, Josephine M. (Burgio) Of Houston, TX, formerly of Buffalo, January 24, 2005 daughter of Lillian (Geller) Burgio; mother of Joseph (Meg), Christopher, David (John Kidd), and Simone La Duca; sister of Nina (Robert) Freudenheim and David (Donna) Burgio; grandmother of Scott, Stuart, Charles, and Edward La Duca. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Margaret's Church, 1395 Hertel Ave., Saturday at 9:30 AM. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. Arrangements by JOHN E. ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Lamb, Mary H. (Burke) April 2, 2005, beloved wife of the late Robert F. Lamb; dearest mother of Robert G. (Marilyn) Lamb and the late Mary Colleen Benzar; loving grandmother of Angelia S. (Scott) Zander; great-grandmother of Robert Anthony Missana Jr.; sister of Jean Allred of Livingston, Tenn., the late William Russell Burke, Kathleen Jenkins Barkley and John D. Burke; sister-in-law of Dorothy Burke and Marion Coster; also survived by 22 nieces and nephews. The family will be present on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2600 Sheridan Dr. (at Parker Blvd.) where Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 AM. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired, memorials may be made to Kenmore United Methodist Church or the Roswell Park Alliance Foundation. Online register at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005. Lekki, John S. April 1, 2005, beloved husband of the late Genevieve (nee Konarzewski); dear father of Mary Ann (Joseph) Kedron and Carol Ann Dracup; fond grandfather of Peter, Eric and John; dear brother of Lottie Mrowczynski and the late Walter (late Genevieve), William (late Betty) and Leonard (Grace) Lekki; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral from the KOLANO FUNERAL HOME, 396 Amherst St. (near Grant) Monday 9 AM and Assumption Church at 9:30 AM. Friends are invited. Family will be present Saturday 7-9 PM and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mr. Lekki was retired from Dunlop and was an active lifetime member of the Niagara Frontier Post 1041 American Legion under who's auspices Military Burial Services will be conducted. Interment St. Stanislaus Cemtery, Cheektowaga, NY. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. Leone, Lucy C. (Gianni) Of Town of Tonawanda, NY, March 30, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Joseph S. Leone; mother of Joseph V. (Loretta) Leone and Janice (Paul) Hodan; loving grandmother of Marie-Elana and Julie Ann Leone, Kristina (Andrew) Smith and Elizabeth (Brian) Fee; great-grandmother of Sydney and Reagan; sister of Marie Pollina, Rosine Lorefice, Virgil (Dorothea) Gianni and the late Sebastiana Martinez, Sebastian, Michael, Vincent (Mildred), Joseph and Mary Gianni; also survived by several nieces, nephews and dear friends. The family will be present Sunday from 2-6 PM at the GRECO FUNERAL HOME INC., 2909 Elmwood Ave. (near Sheridan Dr.), where funeral services will be held Monday morning at 9 and in St. Andrew's Church at 9:30. If desired memorials may be sent to Ken-Ton Presbyterian Village, 3735 Delaware Ave., Kenmore N.Y., 14217. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. Lindsley, Evelyn L. (Smith) Age 84, of Sandusky, NY, April 2, 2005, wife of the late Carlyle 'Bud' Lindsley and Dudley Hopkins; mother of Joyce (Jim) Mitchell; sister of Arlene Neamon and the late Leon and Elbert Smith and Luretta Norris; sister-in-law of Josephine Smith; grandmother of Jim (Shelly) Mitchell, Jean (Paul) Wiedemann and Jolee (Phil) Marble; great-grandmother of Vanessa Mitchell, Stephen Wiedemann, Codie, Melissa and Nicole Mitchell; great-great-grandmother of Hailey Jean Chojnicki; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call 2-4 and 7-9 Tuesday at the W.S. DAVIS FUNERAL HOME, INC., Arcade where Funeral Service will be held Wednesday at 10 AM. Memorials to The Arcade Fire Department or The Farmersville Center Community Church. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005. Markovich, Margaret L. "Peggy" (nee Wadsworth) Of Hamburg, NY, entered into rest April 2, 2005, beloved wife of the late Michael Markovich; devoted mother of David (Joan), John, James Jr., Mark, Raymond (Bev) and Dawn (Bill) Acker; cherished grandmother of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; loving daughter of the late George and Edith (Laria) Wadsworth; dear sister of the late Albert Wadsworth; also survived by relatives and friends. No prior visitation. Private Funeral Services will be held. Arrangements by LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME. src='/Images/Cobrands/BuffaloNews/Logos/cross.gif' border='0'> Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Marr, James M. April 1, 2005. Beloved husband of Nancy (nee Thompson); dear father of Kathy (David) Halliday and Diane Seibert; grandfather of David and James Seibert; brother of Judy (Ken) Umbeer. The family will be present to receive friends on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Urban-AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, 1024 French Rd. (west of Borden Rd.), where funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 9:15 AM and from St. Philip the Apostle Church at 10:00 AM. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005. Mazur, Sophia A. (Jedrysik) Of Angola, NY, March 31, 2005, beloved wife of the late Walter J. Mazur; dearest mother of Paul Sr. (Lucille), Daniel 'Danny the Nanny,' Marie (Walter) Stetz, Rev. Francis 'Butch,' Marcia (Lawrence) Krug, Carolyn and the late Judith and Susan; loving grandmother to eight grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren; daughter of the late Joseph and Caroline (nee Pietka) Jedrysik; sister of Helen (late Stanley) Gorkiewicz and the late Stanley (late Lottie), Vincent (late Victoria), Mary (late Stephen) Podosek, Sister Mary Celsia, C.S.S.F., Joseph (late Veronica), William (late Alice), Rita (late Dr. Leo) Kuczmarski and Charles; sister-in-law of the late Felix (Charlotte 'Patsy') Mazur and the late Genevieve Mazur; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family will be present to receive friends Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Hamburg Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME INC., 5453 Southwestern Blvd., (corner of Rogers Rd., 646-5555), where prayers will be said Monday morning at 8:30, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Vincent DePaul Church, North Evans, NY, at 9:30. Interment in St. Vincent's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Vincent's Altar and Rosary Society. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. McDougald, Maggie M. (nee Mitchell) March 29, 2005, in Decatur, GA, loving wife of John L. of Stone Mountain, GA; cherished mother of Beverly A. (Timothy) Wells, David L. (Barbara) of Jacksonville, NC, Gwendolyn J., Antoinette, and the late Michael McDougald; also survived by nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. The family will receive friends Wednesday 11 AM at Antioch Holiness Church, 1461 Michigan Ave, where funeral services will follow 12 Noon. Interment Ridge Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements by THOMAS T. EDWARDS FUNERAL HOME INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. McNerney, Karen S. April 1, 2005, mother of Barbara (Mark) Knauber, Tammy (Clyde) Miller, Darrin, David, Wally, Todd, Heather and Traci; sister of Joan Hoffman, Mark (Rose), Paul (Cheryl), John and Mary (Jim) Mertz; also survived by grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday 2-4 and 7-9 at LOOMIS, OFFERS & LOOMIS INC., MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1820 Seneca St. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Teresa's R.C. Church Tuesday at 9:30 AM. Please assemble at church. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Mercer, David E. April 1, 2005. Beloved husband of Florence (Dehm) Mercer; dear father of Mark J. (Penny), Vinnie L., Gary D. (Maria), Carl A. (Stephanie) Mercer; grandfather of eight grandchildren; brother of Howard Mercer and the late John (late Dorothy), Kendall (Florence) Mercer; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Gloria J. Parks Community Center or Kenmore Mercy Hospital. Arrangements PERNA-PELLEGRINO FUNERAL HOME (874-1010). Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Miley, Lucas A. Of Buffalo, NY, became our heavenly angel, April 1, 2005, cherished infant son of Fred and Donna (nee Gouchie) Miley; adored grandson of Donald and Barbara Gouchie, Fred and Carla Miley and the late Diane Miley; survived by a very large, loving and supportive family. Family will be present to receive friends Tuesday from 4-8 PM at the (Blasdell/Lackawanna Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3450 South Park Ave. where a Prayer Service will be held at 8 PM. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005. Miller, Jean C. March 15, 2005, daughter of the late Joseph and Ottilia Schneider Miller. Survived by many friends and former colleagues, Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of family and friends. Miss Miller was a member of Alliance Francaise de Buffalo. Arrangements by SCHLAGER FUNERAL HOME, INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Morey, Helen Ann (Kinsley) Age 85, February 22, 2005, in Sarasota, FL, born in Buffalo, NY, survived by her husband of 64 years, Donald J. Morey, her daughter, Christine A. (Tony) Kalish of Gambrills, MD, her sister, Dr. Frances Kinsley of Amherst, NY, three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, April 5 at 11 AM in Christ the King Church, Main St., Snyder, NY. Msgr. Paul Juenker officiating. A burial will take place in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Nan was a loyal alumna of D'Youville College Class of 1939. Arrangements by the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Myzel, Ely Of Lackawanna, NY; entered into rest, March 29, 2005; beloved husband of Clara W. (nee Aldenhoff) Myzel; devoted father of Frank (Paulette) Myzel, William Myzel, Charles Myzel, Josanne (Douglas) Kowiak and Laureen (Lawrence) Bigaj; cherished grandfather of six grandchildren; loving son of the late Jacob and Lottie (nee Giras) Myzel; dear brother of the late Leo (Frances) Myzel and Teddy Singer; also survived by relatives and friends. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel), 3060 Abbott Rd. near Lake Ave. on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral and services will be held on Tuesday morning at 11:30 o'clock. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. src='/Images/Cobrands/BuffaloNews/Logos/cross.gif' border='0'> Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Ormond Sr., Edward T. Of Buffalo, NY, March 31, 2005, beloved husband of the late Dolores (Gearhart) Ormond; loving father of Cheryl (Robert) Johnson and Edward Jr. (Helen Jean) Ormond; dear brother of Jessie (late Henry) Biber, Alice (late William) Tennant, Marian (Robert) Charnock, the late George (Gertrude), John (Marian) and Ralph (Jean) Ormond; cherished grandfather of eight grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; Family will be present to receive friends Saturday 7-9 and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 at the O'CONNELL-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 2286 South Park Ave. where funeral service will be held Monday at 10 AM. Rev. Douglas Sexton officiating. Mr. Ormond is Past Commander of American Legion Post #721, member of St. Jude Episcopal Church and a WW II Army veteran. Interment Lakeside Memorial Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.oconnellfh.com Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. Passucci, Antonio Of West Seneca, NY, April 2, 2005, beloved husband of Angela (Bruno) Passucci; dearest father of Emilio (Angiolina) Passucci, Lina (Antonio) DiCroce and Renato (Margaret) Passucci; also survived by 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; brother of the late Nicola (Laura) Passucci; also survived by three nieces. Friends received at the CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Rd., Buffalo, Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be held Monday morning at 8:15 and at Queen of Heaven Church at 9. Entombment Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Pastor Sr., Charles J. April 2, 2005, Age 81 of Tonawanda; husband of the late Mary V. Pastor; father of Charles (Geraldine) Pastor Jr.; grandfather of Sally (Salvatore) Vicari and Sandra Pastor; great-grandfather of Sarah Ann Vicari. No visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM Tuesday at St. Francis Chapel on Adam St. in Tonawanda. Friends invited. If desired, memorials to St. Francis Church are preferred. Mr. Pastor was an army veteran of WWII and was employed at Spaulding Fibre Company before retiring in 1988. Complete obituary, condolences and directions may be found at www.hampfuneral.com Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Penders, James J. March 28, 2005. Son of Joan (Sullivan) and the late James J. Penders; brother of Joan M. and Maura K. and Katherine M. Penders of Los Angeles, CA; nephew of Mary Fiore (late Edward F.) Penders, Katherine M. Sullivan and John J. (Anne) Sullivan of Phoenix, AZ. A Memorial Mass was held at St. Cyril of Jerusalem Church in Encino, CA on April 2, 2005. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass, Saturday, April 30, 2005 at 9:30 AM at St. Thomas Aquinas Church. Arrangements by the THOMAS H. McCARTHY FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Perry, Carolyn H. Friday, April 1, 2005, formerly of Kenmore; daughter of the late Byron and Charlotte Johnson Perry; sister of the late Evelyn Perry. She was a member of the Kenmore United Methodist Church and the Bethlehem Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star in Kenmore. Survivors include several cousins. Graveside Services will be held at 11 AM Tuesday, April 5 at the Maplewood Cemetery in West Henrietta. Memorial Service will be held at 2 PM Saturday, April 9 at the Kenmore united Methodist Church (32 Landers Rd.) with the Rev. Eldon Snyder officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kenmore United Methodist Church. Arrangements are with the BISHOP & JOHNSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., Hornell, NY. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Peterangelo, Carol Lee (nee Cunningham) Of Amherst, N.Y., entered into rest, April 1, 2005. Beloved wife of Robert J. Peterangelo; mother of Lisa A. and Darla M. Peterangelo; loving daughter of the late Bernard P. and Gertrude M. (nee Duffin) Cunningham; dear sister of Sally A. (late Daniel) Grucza, Bonnie L. (Melvin C.) Utz and Darla M. (Paul S.) Zelakiewicz; also survived by relatives and friends. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Northtowns Chapel), 885 Niagara Falls Blvd. near Eggert/Sheridan Dr. on Monday from 4-8 PM where the funeral will be held on Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock and a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Leo the Great Church at 11 o'clock. Interment Acacia Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Arthritis Foundation. src='/Images/Cobrands/BuffaloNews/Logos/cross.gif' border='0'> Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Pienta, Joseph W. Of Orchard Park, NY, entered into rest March 31, 2005, beloved husband of the late Josephine M. (nee Sperduti) Pienta; devoted father of Donald J. (Elaine) Livsey, James T. (Dolores) Livsey and the late Shirley A. (late Richard) Bogdan, Bernard P. and Joseph F. Livsey; cherished grandfather of 17 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; loving son of the late John and Frances (nee Pietszak) Pienta; dear brother of Edward (Florence) Pienta and the late Viola Druzbik, Helen Szewczyk, Frank and John Pienta; also survived by relatives and friends. Relatives and friends may visit The LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel), 3060 Abbott Rd., near Lake Ave on Saturday from 7-9 PM and Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral will be held on Moday morning at 9 o'clock and a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Bernadette Church at 10 o'clock. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. src='/Images/Cobrands/BuffaloNews/Logos/cross.gif' border='0'> Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. Portera, Albert J. April 1, 2005; Age 70 of Williamsville; husband of Molly (nee Urbino) Portera; father of Joseph (Cathy) and Albert (Lynette Stewart) Portera, Jr., Josette (Mark Kuntz) Cich and Raquel Thompson; brother of Rose Marie (Joseph) Sardo, Josephine (Jackson) and Adele (Larry) Eagal; also survived by seven grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Monday only at the HAMP FUNERAL HOME INC., Adam & Seymour St., Tonawanda where services will be held at 10 AM Tuesday. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. Mr. Portera was employed by the City of Buffalo for 34 years before retiring in 1989. Complete obituary, condolences & directions at: www.hampfuneral.com Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Potts, Lynn Atwill Suddenly in Siesta Key, FL, March 30, 2005. Wife of Gerald K. Potts; mother of Melinda P. (Scott) Quigg of Montrose, PA, Christen P. (Mark) Weaver of Tiverton, RI and Carolyn P. (Paul) Sullivan; grandmother of Haleigh and Hunter Quigg, Andrew Weaver, E. Maxwell and Caitlyn Sullivan; sister of Donna A. (Willard) Pottle, Elaine (Paul) Ferguson of Wolfeboro Falls, NH. Friends may call Monday 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the DENGLER FUNERAL HOME, 2070 Eggert Rd., Amherst. Memorial Mass will be offered at St. Louis R.C. Church Tuesday at 11:00 AM. Memorials to the Nichols School or Elmwood Franklin School. Flowers gratefully declined. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/4/2005. Priore, Nicholas R. April 1, 2005, Of West Seneca, NY, beloved husband of Jancy (nee Martorana); loving father of Sandra M. Aliotta and Lois E. (Calvin) Freiheit; grandfather of M. Jay Bongiva, Jodi (Jorge) Ballester and Danielle (Ben) Zuefle; great-grandfather of Jordan, Jena and Natalie; brother of the late Matthew, Vincent, Anthony, Mary Petrino, Marie Catarina, Mildred Vastola and his twin sister, Rose Arcara; brother-in-law of Mary Martone; predeceased by five sister-in-laws; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family present Monday and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the HOY FUNERAL HOME INC., 3855 Seneca St., West Seneca, where prayers will be said Wednesday morning at 8:30 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Fourteen Holy Helper's Church at 9 AM. Friends invited. Mr. Priore was a retired supervisor with National Fuel. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005. Riscili, Pasquale "Patrick" March 31, 2005, husband of the late Mary Riscili; dear father of Dennis (Susan), Stephen and JoAnne (Joseph) Bowker; grandfather of Ricky (Jessica) and Tami, six great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; brother of George, Frank and Nicholas Riscili. The family will receive friends at the C. MERTZ AND SON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 911 Englewood Ave., Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Private Graveside Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005. Ruddick, Mary J. "Mary Ann" (nee Schieferstein) March 21, 2005, of Williamsville, beloved wife of the late Carl L. Ruddick; sister of the late Jacob L. Schieferstein; dearest aunt of Dr. George J. (Donna) Schieferstein and Joan (Richard) Schanley; also survived by granddaughter, Kim M. Walsh, three generations of loving cousins, and many loving, devoted friends too numerous to mention. No prior visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass celebrated at Christ the King Church, Snyder, April 4 at 11 AM. Memorials may be made to Sacred Heart Academy, 3860 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14226. On-line register book at www.Amigone.com. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Russo, Louis R. March 31, 2005, beloved husband of Ann (nee Girone) Russo; dearest father of Louis R. (Patricia) Russo, Lou Ann (Joseph) Lombardo and Michael (Mariann) Russo; loving grandfather of eight grandchildren; brother of Phyllis Caputi, Rudolph Alloy, the late Viola, Angie, Julia, Thomas, Anna and Leila; also survived by many nieces and nephews. The family will be present on Sunday from 7-9 PM and Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Amherst Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5200 Sheridan Dr. (corner of Hopkins Rd. in Williamsville) where funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 8:30 AM and a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated from St. Leo the Great Church at 9:15 AM. Friends invited. Mr. Russo was a retired Chief Inspector with the City of Buffalo, an Army veteran of WWII, founder of Marvino's Pizzeria and D.E.M. Guys at The Village Glenn. Online register at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. Saletta, Josephine G. April 1, 2005, of Buffalo, NY; beloved wife of the late Salvatore 'Sam' Saletta; mother of Anthony, Yvonne (Francis) DiMaria and Salvatore Saletta; also survived by seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; sister of the late Sarah, Ann Callari, Michelle Sperrazza, Michael, Joseph and Vincent 'Jim' Cavaretta; sister-in-law of Marylou Cavaretta. Friends may call Monday 4-8 at the LESTER H. WEDEKINDT, INC. FUNERAL HOME, 3290 Delaware Ave. Friends are invited to attend Funeral Services in the Bethesta Full Gospel Tabernacle (Delaware & Broad Sts., Tonawanda) Tuesday morning at 11. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials made to the charity of your choice. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005. Scheib, Virginia V. (Glowinski) Please see Vickner notice. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/1/2005 - 4/3/2005. Schultz, Frank R. March 31, 2005 of Sloan, NY. Dearest father of Frank Jr., Christopher (Lorri Clark) and Robin (Matti) Tonismae; loving grandfather to seven grandchildren; brother of Frances Sobkowiak and Chet Schultz; predeceased by other brothers and sisters; survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral services commencing at the DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME, 2047 Broadway, Cheektowaga-Buffalo City Line Monday at 2:00 PM and at St. Andrew's Church at 2:30 PM. Interment in St. Matthew's Cemetery. Family present Sunday only 2-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Response to Love Center, 130 Kosciuszko St., Buffalo, NY 14212. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. Scolese, Anthony F. April 2, 2005, beloved husband of Kathleen (Bailey) Scolese; father of Catherine (John) Bloniarz and Donna (Tim) Papay; grandfather of three; great-grandfather of three; step-father of Dawn (Richard) Nelson, Stephen (Denise), Jeffrey (Christine), Craig and Christopher Cassick; special dad of Matthew Cassick; step-grandfather of 10; step-great-grandfather of two; brother of Rose Marie (Dr. Eugene) Beltrami, Francis 'Duke' (Gloria) and late Christopher (Helen) Scolese. Friends may call at the JAMES E. GRACE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 335 Ontario St., Monday 4:00-7:00 PM where Funeral Services will immediately follow. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Sherwood, Terry L. Age 46, of Arcade, NY, April 1, 2005, husband of Bernice (Owczarkowski) Sherwood; son of the late Charlotte E. Sherwood. Friends may call 2-4 and 7-9 Monday and Tuesday at the W.S. DAVIS FUNERAL HOME, INC., Arcade where Funeral Service will be held Wednesday at 3 PM. Memorials to The American Heart Association. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Sotet, Eileen P. (Carmody) March 31, 2005. Wife of the late Frank L. Mother of James G. (late Danielle) and Eileen Mary Sotet. Sister of the late Margaret Short and Mary Eggers. Sister-in-law of Edward Short and Les Eggers. Aunt of Brian, Laurie and James Short. Great Aunt of Timothy, Andrew and Callie Short. Mrs Sotet was a member of Timon Towers Social Club, Blessed Sacrament Altar & Rosary Society, All Saints Mothers Club Alumnae, Holy Spirit Senior Citizens, The Physically Handicapped, Disabled Club & St Jude Society. No prior visitations. A Memorial Mass will be held Tuesday at 9:30 AM in Blessed Sacrament Church, 1035 Delaware Ave, Buffalo. Arrangements by JAMES E. GRACE FUNERAL HOME Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. Suwalski, Agnes (Tadajewski) March 26, 2005, in Framingham, MA; beloved wife of the late Eugene Suwalski; dear mother of David (Lavonne) Suwalski of Holliston, MA; dear grandmother of Jennifer (Jeff) Golden and Kathleen Suwalski; great-grandmother of Andrew Golden; daughter of the late Frank and Veronica Tadajewski; sister of Chester (Emily) Tadajewski, Florence (late Joseph) Geryak and the late Richard (Georgianna) Todd; cherished aunt of Patricia (Stanley) Wegrzynowski and Pamela Barone. A Funeral Mass of Christian Burial was offered Tuesday, March 29, 2005 in St. Patrick's Manor in Framingham, MA. Burial Service was held Wednesday, March 30 in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Cheektowaga, NY. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Szrama, Leonard M. April 1, 2005; beloved husband of Mary Anna (O'Neill); dearest father of Michael (Susan), Ann Grillo (fiance Tony), Margaret (Daniel) Delano and Peter (Darlene) Szrama; loving grandfather of Philip, Aaron, Vincent, Maria, Catherine, Anthony, Matthew, Tony, Cody, Connor and two great-grandchildren; brother of Joseph (Laurie), late Richard (Dorothy) and the late Robert (Lori) Szrama; also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday 7-9 and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the ORLOWSKI-PIETSZAK FUNERAL HOME, 2400 William St. with Mass of Christian Burial Monday 9:30 AM at St. John Gualbert Church. Family and friends please assemble at church. Deceased served in the Marine Corp. during the Korean War and was a member of Local UAW #424. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005. Travis, Mildred (Crane) April 1, 2005, beloved wife of James J. Travis; dearest mother of Ann (Bruce) Ersing, Kathleen Cloos, James C. Travis, Marynell (Gary) Zieziula, John J. (Mary Beth) Travis and the late Mildred 'Cissy' (Robert) Jordan; loving grandmother of 22 and great-grandmother of 11. Family will be present to receive friends Sunday and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 at the THOMAS J. KELLEHER FUNERAL HOME, 192 Abbott Rd., (same location as Joseph K. Quinn Funeral Home, Inc.), where services will be held Tuesday at 8:45 and followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 from St. Thomas Aquinas Church. Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005. Vickner, Virginia V. (Glowinski) March 30, 2005; beloved wife of the late Francis; dearest mother of Gerald (Sandra) Scheib and the late Paul Scheib; grandmother of Jonathan (Tracy), Carrie Ann (Gregory) Kowalski, Dennis (Nataliya), Jennifer (Michael) Lint and Michelle; also survived by nine great-grandchildren. A Memorial Mass will be held at the convenience of the family. No prior visitations. Arrangements DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Wech, Maude "Molly" April 1, 2005, of Port Clinton, OH. formerly of North Collins and South Buffalo, at the age of 96. Wife of the late Joseph Wech; beloved mother of Barry (Anne) Wech; grandmother of Robert Wech. Friends may call Monday 2-6 PM and Tuesday from 2-5 and 7-9 PM at the WENTLAND FUNERAL HOME, 10634 Main St. (Rte. 62), North Collins N.Y., where the funeral service will be held Wednesday morning at 10 AM. Mrs. Wech was a former member of the North Collins Senior Citizens. Published in the Buffalo News on 4/3/2005. Wetzler, Thomas J. April 2, 2005, husband of the late Alma (Doran) Wetzler; father of Mary Ann Hum, Judith (John) Militello, Thomas Wetzler and Betty (Larry) Grudzien; grandfather of Lisa Northrup, Tim Hum, John Militello, Jacquelyn Taylor, Jina Militello, Thomas Wetzler, Jacqueline Walters, John, James, Jay and Jerry Grudzien; brother of Mary Ann Vuich, Josephine Weber, the late John, Michael, Peter, Frank, Joseph Wetzler, Barbara Tanner and Ann Klein; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family present to receive friends Monday only from 5-8 at the PERNA-PELLEGRINO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1671 Maple Rd. (between Hopkins and Youngs Rds.) where funeral services will be held Tuesday at 9 AM. Flowers gratefully declined. Interment Bear Ridge Cemetery, Pendleton. Published in the Buffalo News from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005.