OBITS: The Buffalo News Death Notices 15 Feb 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 Anderson, Florence E. (Miller) Of Morristown, NJ, February 12, 2005, beloved wife of the late Stanley P. Anderson; mother of Marcia A. Rauch and JoAnn (Larry) Dare; grandmother of Bradley (Krissie Bonin) Rauch, Mark (Jeannine) Rauch, Tom and Jon (Nini) Olson; also survived by seven great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends Tuesday 7-9 PM at the F.E. BROWN SONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., E. Quaker St., Orchard Park. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday 9:30 AM in Nativity of Our Lord Church. Friends invited. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/14/2005 - 2/15/2005. Barone Sr., Donald L. April 23, 1918 to Februay 10, 2005, 86 of Holiday, FL; born and raised in Western New York, he was retired after 30 years of service with Sears (Main Street & Eastern Hills). He was a decorated WWII veteran having served in the Pacific with the 106th F.A. Was predeceased by his brother, Theodore Richard Barone, and sisters, Dorothea Insana (nee Barone) and Bernice Barone. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Helen, a son Don Barone Jr. (Barbara) of Farmington, CT, and daughters Cheryl Matz (John) of Holiday, FL and Melissa Jeter (Matt) of Roanoke, VA, a sister, Norine Sisti (nee Barone) of Amherst and three stepbrothers, Dr. Robert Barone of Buffalo, Paul Barone of Florida and Greg Barone. He also leaves behind seven loving grandchildren and dozens of adoring nieces, nephews and cousins. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Beadle, Loretta W. In Belmont, NC, February 10, 2005, wife of the late Rev. Robert H. Beadle; beloved mother of Arlene E. (Jack) Knight, Robert H. (Elsie) Beadle and the late Joan D. Beadle; survived by six grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; aunt of Maryann (Charles) Ritger, Noreen (Edward) Howard; preceded in death by grandchildren Eric Rauch, Larry Knight and Judy Neumiller. Friends may call Wednesday, 10 AM at the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, NY, where funeral service will be held Wednesday at 11 AM. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Bernsdorf, Ethel Schwarzenholzer February 13, 2005, beloved wife of Alvin Bernsdorf; mother of Kathleen (Timothy) Leskiw and Marleen (Michael) Esposito; grandmother of Michael (Vanessa), Jeffrey (Barbara), Christopher (Jenine), Brian (Kelly), Darren and Megan; great-grandmother of Evan and Jackson; sister of Donald (Molly) and the late Earl, Norman and Jane Klein; sister-in-law of Norman and Mildred Bernsdorf. A family funeral service and interment was held under direction of CARLTON A. ULLRICH FUNERAL HOME, INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Bird, Margaret A. (Erikson) February 12, 2005, wife of the late William A. Bird; mother of Arthur R. Bird, Thomas N. (Arlene) Bird and Janet (Cornelius) Starks; sister of Ruth Benson, Ethel Brost and the late Roy Erikson and Doris Gervasio; also survived by 10 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. The family will be present to receive friends Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 at BEACH-TUYN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5541 Main St. (at Cayuga Rd.), Williamsville where a Funeral Service will be held Wednesday at 10 o'clock. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials to a charity of choice. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/14/2005 - 2/15/2005. Bloom, Marceline F. (Barone) February 12, 2005, of Hamburg, NY, formerly of Fredonia, NY, beloved wife of Charles Bloom; mother of David C., Marianne L. Jasen (Christopher) and Chief Master Sergeant Michael A. Bloom, U.S. Air Force (Kerry); loving grandmother of Elizabeth Anne Marceline and Rebecca Anne Marceline Jasen and Mariesa Marie and Jenell Julia Bloom; friend of Kiki. Friends may call Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the DENGLER FUNERAL HOME, 2070 Eggert Rd., Amherst (between Niagara Falls Blvd. and North Bailey). A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at The Newman Center at SUNY Buffalo North Campus, Frontier Rd., Wednesday morning at 9:15 AM. Mrs. Bloom was a Eucharistic Minister, Lecturer and Teacher at SS. Peter & Paul Elementary School in Hamburg and also taught at Christ the King School in Snyder and St. Agatha's School in South Buffalo. getlogo,mc0540 Published in the Buffalo News from 2/14/2005 - 2/15/2005. Boje, Jeanne F. In Cheektowaga, NY, February 14, 2005; beloved wife of Paul W. Boje; dearest mother of Cindy (David) Barr; grandmother of Jason Barr and Jamie Barr; sister of the late Bertrum Soule; sister-in-law of Norman (Carol Anne) Boje and Ruth (William) Kolovat; survived by several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Friends may call Tuesday and Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the RAPIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, NY, where Funeral Services will be held following visiting hours Wednesday at 9 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to Epiphany United Church of Christ or Hospice Buffalo. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Brawn, Clarence F. February 11, 2005, of Los Angeles, CA, formerly of Buffalo, son of the late George W. Sr. and Bertha (nee Bless) Brawn; brother of the late Georgianna Hoage, George W. Jr. and Phillip Brawn; survived by many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews. The family will be present on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Amherst Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5200 Sheridan Dr. (corner of Hopkins Rd.) where funeral services will be held on Thursday at 11 AM. Friends invited. Mr. Brawn was an Air Force veteran of WWII and a POW for 11 months. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Burgstahler, Bernice A. (nee Wetzler) February 14, 2005, beloved wife of Kenneth; devoted mother of Denise (Kevin) Zielinski and Janice (Chris) Machowski; loving nana of Ashley Ann, Daniel and Lena Lee; sister of David (Betty), Jerry (Carol), Tim (Joyce) and the late James and late Kenneth (Sharon) Wetzler; also survived by sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. Family will be present Tuesday 7-9 and Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the ORLOWSKI-PIETSZAK FUNERAL HOME, 2400 William St ( 897-2400) where services will be held Thursday at 8:30 AM and at Precious Blood Church at 9:15 AM. Bernice was a member of the 82nd Airborne Auxiliary. Donations in her name may be made to Hospice Buffalo, Inc., 225 Como Park Blvd. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Casey, Billie Ruth (Hamilton) February 13, 2005. The family will receive friends Thursday 11:00 AM, Funeral to follow at 12:00 noon from Word of Faith Church, 299 East Utica near Jefferson. Arrangements by BRIAN K. LEWIS FUNERAL HOMES 845-5545 Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Clabeaux, Evelyn B. Kornprobst) Of Elma, NY, February 13, 2005, beloved wife of Edmund H. Clabeaux; dearest mother of James (Lois R.) Clabeaux of Syracuse, NY and Ann (late Henry) Fintak; fond grandmother of John and Nicole Clabeaux; sister of Geraldine (late Kenneth) Potter; also survived by nieces. Friends may call Tuesday, 7-9 PM and Wednesday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM, at the PAUL A. KLOC BLOSSOM CHAPELS INC., 4680 Clinton St. (corner Borden Rd) West Seneca ( 668-5666), where funeral will be held Thursday morning at 9:15 AM, and from Annunciation Church at 10:00. Friends are invited. Mrs. Clabeaux was an honorary member of the East Aurora Country Club. Sentiment may be expressed through a contribution to the Arthritis or Alzheimer's Association in memory of Evelyn B. Clabeaux. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Colangelo, Joseph T. February 13, 2005, beloved husband of Mary Pontoriero; dear father of Lucy Paolini and the late Thomas J. Colangelo; dearest grandfather of Dana (Dennis) Delano and Andrea Paolini; great-grandfather of Dominic J. Delano. Friends received at the MICHAEL A. DiVINCENZO FUNERAL HOME, 1122 E. Lovejoy St. Tuesday evening 7-9 PM and Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where prayers will be said Thursday morning at 9 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Francis of Assisi Church at 9:30. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Colella, James A. Age 55, died from a heart attack Saturday, February 5, 2005, in his home in Winder, GA. The Tonawanda native attended Kenmore East High School. A Vietnam veteran, he served in the Marine Corps. from 1967 to 1973, and was decorated for his service. He was married to Loretta Drechsel of Cheektowaga, mother of his three children, for 18 years. Survivors include three daughters, Natalie, Jill and Elizabeth, a granddaughter, his mother, five sisters and one brother. He was preceded in death by Gayle Dougherty Colella, his wife of five years. Services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, February 17, at Elmlawn Cemetery, 3939 Delaware Ave., Kenmore. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Darlak, Viola E. (Kumro) February 12, 2005, beloved wife of the late Leonard Darlak; dearest mother of Joan (Stanley) Mutka, Kenneth Darlak and the late Beverly Darlak; dearest Nana of Dawn (Robert) Piskorz, Marc (Robin), Jodi, Scott (Jodie) Mutka, Robin, Rene and Danielle; great-Nana of Keith (Marci) Piskorz, Shawn, Jason, Jennifer, Rachel, Jessica, Jordan, Jared and Amanda; predeceased by four brothers and one sister; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral services at the BUSZKA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2005 Clinton St. (corner South Ogden) Wednesday at 10 AM. Rev. Gloria Hewson officiating. Memorials in Mrs. Darlak's name may be made to Christ United Church of Christ. Visitation Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/14/2005 - 2/15/2005. Denk, Bill February 14, 2005, of Williamsville, NY; suddenly, beloved husband of Candice (nee Velleri) Denk; dearest father of Heather (Jeremy) Carlson and Eric Denk; dear son of Paul (Pat) and the late Arlene (nee Bennett) Denk; also survived by aunts, uncles and cousins. Family will be present to receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, 4-8 PM, at the MELVIN J. SLIWINSKI FUNERAL HOME, 85 George Urban Blvd. (West of Harlem Road) where funeral services will be held on Thursday at 9:00 AM and from Queen of Martyrs Church at 9:30 AM. Flowers gratefully declined. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Deskiewicz, Casimer J. "Casey" February 12, 2005, of Buffalo, NY, beloved and loving husband of Frances (Volk) Deskiewicz; cherished father of Lawrence, Linda (Albert) Malczewski, Wayne (Ann), William (Cheryl) and John Edward; adoring Bopa of Jonathan, Joey (fiancee Sarah), Stefanni and Eric; son of the late Michael and Mary Deskiewicz; son-in-law of the late Louis and Dorothy Volk; brother of Mary (late Michael) Mentel, the late Stephania Deskiewicz, Reggie (late John) Wojcik; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral service from the BARRON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3025 William St. near Union Rd., Cheektowaga, Thursday at 10:30 AM. Family will be present Tuesday and Wednesday 2-9 PM. Mr. Deskiewicz was a WWII veteran, a member of the AMVETS Hank Nowak Post #45, George F. Lamm Post, K of C Third and Fourth Degree of The Father Justin Council, a member of The Senior Knights and an usher of Our Lady of Czestochowa Church. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/14/2005 - 2/16/2005. Dolski, Darlene (Murphy) Of Buffalo, February 13, 2005, beloved mother of Cheri (Steven) Schiavone, Darlene (Garth) Truckenbrod and Edward (Rosemary) Dolski; dear grandmother of Heather, Noelle and Cassandra; loving sister of Sharon (late Dominic) Ferrentino; dear aunt of Deanna and Patrick. No prior visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass at St. Michael's Church (651 Washington St.) Thursday at 10 AM. Arrangements by PERNA-PELLEGRINO FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Dudala, Maria (Kern) February 14, 2005, beloved wife of Witold; sister of Benno Kern and also survived by relatives in Germany. Family will be present Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the ORLOWSKI-PIETSZAK FUNERAL HOME, 2400 William Street ( 897-2400) where services will be held Thursday at 9 AM and at St. Josaphat Church at 9:30 AM. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Felski Jr., Henry February 12, 2005, of West Seneca, NY, beloved husband of Linda (nee Krystyniak); dearest father of Tanya; son of Henry Sr. and Tessie; brother of Carol (Walter) Matyjasik; uncle of June and Wayne Matyjasik; nephew to many aunts and uncles. Funeral services commencing at the DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME, 2510 Union Rd., Cheektowaga (two blocks south of William St.) Wednesday at 9:45 AM and at St. Bonaventure R.C. Church at 10:30 AM. Entombment in St. Stanislaus Cemetery. Family present Monday 7-9 PM and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mr. Felski was a retired Sergeant Security Officer from The Buffalo Psychiatric Center. Flowers gratefully declined. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/14/2005 - 2/15/2005. Ferraro, Eleanor (Betzler) February 14, 2005; beloved wife of the late Carmen Ferraro; loving mother of Anna (Donald) Collins, Michael (Marcia) Ferraro, Jennie (Robert) Yung, Bert (Claudia) Ferraro, Ellie Ferraro and Bob Douglas; mother-in-law of the late Sherre Ferraro; grandmother of Shannon, Michelle, Mikey Ferraro and Bobby Yung; sister of Loraine Smith and Marjory Rohde. No prior visitation. A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday at 11:00 AM at LOOMIS OFFERS & LOOMIS INC., Memorial Chapel, 1820 Seneca St. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Galley, John R. Of Orchard Park, NY, entered into rest February 14, 2005, beloved husband of Julie F. (nee Fitzpatrick) Galley; devoted father of Ryan, Jonah, Amanda, Seth, Sarah, and Katie; loving son of Richard and Jean (nee Anderson) Galley; dear brother of Suzanne (Paul) Robel; also survived by relatives and many friends. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel), 3060 Abbott Rd. near Lake Ave. on Tuesday from 7-9 PM and Wednesday from 4-8 PM where the funeral will be held on Thursday morning at 8:30 o'clock and a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of Victory Basilica at 9:30 o'clock. Interment Fourteen Holy Helpers Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Gardner, Purnell L. "Jack" February 12, 2005. Family will receive relatives and friends Wednesday 7-9 PM, Thursday 11 AM wake, 12 Noon funeral at EXODUS GARDENS FUNERAL HOME INC, 605 Masten Ave Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Gatson, Myrtle (McNeal) February 13, 2005. The family will receive friends Thursday, 10 AM, at Antioch Baptist Church, 1327 Fillmore Ave., where Funeral Services will follow at 11 AM. Interment Acacia Park Cemetery. Arrangements by THOMAS T. EDWARDS FUNERAL HOME INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Goldwasser, Paul Elliott April 11, 1950 - February 10, 2005. Age 54, passed away Thursday, February 10, 2005 at Reston Hospital after a brave fight with cancer. Paul was born April 11, 1950 to Lawrence and Ruth Goldwasser of Chappaqua, NY. He graduated from Horace Greely High School, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Syracuse University. Paul most recently worked as a Computer Systems Managing Director for Online Resources in Chantilly, VA. He was an avid sailor and a member of the Herrington Harbor Sailing Association in Rose Haven, MD. Paul enjoyed sailing the Chesapeake Bay and the Caribbean with his wife, family and friends. Paul was the beloved husband of Barbara; loving father of Michael, Philip and Laurie; and devoted and loving grandfather (Pop Pop) of Kendall and Steven; Paul is also survived by his mother Ruth; sisters Carol Goldwasser, Judi (Michael) Hagerty, and David (Joni) Goldwasser and nephews Timmy and Ben. Memorial Services were held at ADAMS-GREEN FUNERAL HOME, 721 Elden St., Herndon, VA. Interment private. Contributions may be made to The American Cancer Society. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Gondree, Bertha Deane February 11, 2005; beloved wife of the late Howard E. Gondree; mother of Howard F. (Lillian) Gondree; grandmother of Kathryn Elisabeth Rand, Eric D. and Mark A. Gondree; survived by two great-grandchildren. Memorial Services will be held Monday, February 21 at 10 AM at Canterbury Woods Coventry Hall. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials to a charity of your choice or the Benevolent Fund of Canterbury Woods, 705 Renaissance Drive, Williamsville 14221. Arrangements by GEORGE J. ROBERTS & SONS. getlogo,mc0540 Published in the Buffalo News from 2/13/2005 - 2/20/2005. Gorczynski, Tadeusz J. February 13, 2005. Beloved husband of Elizabeth (Knopik) Gorczynski; dear father of Izabelle Gorczynski of Illinois and Anna (Brant) Graham of Oregon; grandfather of Grace and Abby. Mass of Christian Burial in St. John Gualbert Church Wednesday 10:00 AM. No prior visitation. Mr. Gorczynski was a WW II Polish veteran and former Secretary and member of S.P.K. #33. Arrangements by MATTHEW C. OKONIEWSKI FUNERAL HOME INC., 892-0426 Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Grzybowski, Alexius "Al" February 13, 2005, husband of the late Frances (nee Szpylman); brother of Jennie Simon; predeceased by many other brothers and sisters; survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces, nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews. Funeral from the PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd. (two blocks east of Dick Rd.) Thursday 9:30 and SS. Peter & Paul Church 10 AM. Friends invited. Family present Tuesday 7-9 and Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Al was a member of The Polish Falcons and parish Holy Name. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/14/2005 - 2/15/2005. Herr Jr., Edwin R. Of Hamburg, NY, February 13, 2005, beloved husband of Joan (nee Savannah) Herr; dearest father of Susan McDonnell, John (Elizabeth), Michael (Mary), William and Sandra (Brian) Bleistein, all of Hamburg, NY; loving grandfather to 12 grandchildren and one great-grandson; son of the late Edwin, Sr. and Anna (nee Cronin) Herr; brother of Richard (Mary Ann) and the late Charles Herr. Family will be present to receive friends Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM, at the (Hamburg Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME INC., 5453 Southwestern Blvd. (corner Rogers Rd., 646-5555), where funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 9:15, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary of the Lake Church at 10 AM. Mr. Herr was a Navy veteran of WW II. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/14/2005 - 2/15/2005. Honoski, Josephine January 31, 2005; daughter of the late Stanley and Apolonia Honoski; sister of the late Julia Honoski. Friends may call on Wednesday from 7-9 PM at the STEPHAN-BURNS FUNERAL HOME INC., 266 East St. at Austin. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Francis Xavier Church Thursday at 9:30 AM. Interment in St. Stanislaus Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Kazmierczak, Gerald J. February 13, 2005 at age 55 after a lengthy illness, beloved son of Rose A. (Zientek) (late Edward) Kazmierczak; dear brother of Lawrence E. (Sally), Ronald E. (Christine) and Harry E. (Kathleen); fond nephew of Irene (Leonard) Sinicki; also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Services Thursday at 10:45 AM from the KAZMIERCZAK FUNERAL HOME, 3640 Clinton St. (1 block east of Union), West Seneca and in St. John Gualbert R.C. Church at 11:30 AM. Family will be present Tuesday 7-9 and Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Gerald was an avid fisherman. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Kosiak, Evelyn C. February 14, 2005, dear daughter of Regina and the late Frank Kosiak; dear sister of Teresa (Joseph) Malkinski, Michael (Arlene) Kosiak and Adrienne (Anthony) Durkin; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the KOLANO FUNERAL HOME, 396 Amherst St., (near Grant) Wednesday 5-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Assumption Church, 435 Amherst St., Thursday 9:30 AM. Please assemble at church. Donations may be made to the Assumption Church Preservation Fund. Interment St. Stanislaus. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Krzemien, Catherine (Maroone) February 11, 2005, beloved wife of the late Victor J. Krzemien; devoted mother of Linda Krzemien-Drabek, David Krzemien and Christopher (Karen) Krzemien; loving grandmother of Dean Drabek, Wayne, Scott, Jessica and Emily Krzemien; great-grandmother of Taylor and Connor Drabek; predeceased by three sisters and one brother; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral services at the BUSZKA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2005 Clinton St. (corner South Ogden) Thursday at 9 AM and at St. Bernard Church at 9:30 AM. Mrs. Krzemien was a member of the parish Rosary Society. Memorials in Mrs. Krzemien's name may be made to The American Diabetes Association. Visitation Wednesday 2-9 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Lisowski, Dolores J. Of Lackawanna, NY, February 12, 2005, beloved wife of the late Eugene E. Lisowski; dearest mother of Denise Klink, Lynne (Kevin) Brun and Pamela (Edward) Otremba; loving grandmother of Gregory Klink, Jr., Matthew and Patrick Brun, Megan and Melissa Otremba and the late Daniel Otremba; daughter of the late Leo and Nellie (nee Pajak) Jazemback; sister of the late Geraldine Selice; also survived by a large loving family and many dear friends. Funeral services Wednesday morning at 9:00 from the (Blasdell/Lackawanna Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3450 South Park Ave. and at St. Michael the Archangel Church at 9:30. Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends are invited. Family will be present to receive friends Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/14/2005 - 2/15/2005. Manno, Repaldina L. (Turchiarelli) February 14, 2005; wife of James C. Manno of North Tonawanda; mother of James (Kathy), Raymond (Patricia) and the late Victor Manno; sister of the late Millie Presicci, Minnie Dinnocenzio, Martha (Thomas) McCarthy, Salvator, Victor, Onofrio, Primo and Emilio Turchiarelli; grandmother of Jay, Rachel, Natalie, Halina and Michael Manno; great-grandmother of Alex and Jack Manno; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the WATTENGEL FUNERAL HOME, 307 Oliver St., North Tonawanda, NY, where prayers will be offered Thursday at 8:45 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Ascension R.C. Church at 9:30 AM. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Niagara Hospice or Camp Good Days. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Newell Jr., Arthur A. Of Angola, NY, February 12, 2005, husband of the late Mary E. (Ryan); dearest father of Judith Newell and Paul (Karen) Newell; beloved brother of Donald Newell of Naperville, IL and the late Clarence Newell; grandfather of Ashley and Katelynn Newell. Friends may call Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-8 PM at the ADDISON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 262 Main St., Angola where services will follow visitation at 8 PM. Memorials may be made to The American Heart Association. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/14/2005 - 2/15/2005. Nuss, Margaret M. In Hospice, Cheektowaga, NY, February 12, 2005, beloved wife of Edward G. Nuss; stepmother of Jo Anne (Douglas) Aldred and Kathryn Louise Chadwick; survived by grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister of the late Paul and Andrew Schmitt. Friends may call Tuesday 7-9 PM at the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, NY. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday 9:30 AM at S.S. Peter and Paul R.C Church, Williamsville, NY (please assemble at Church). Mrs. Nuss was a retired registered nurse and worked with the American Red Cross Blood Bank Team in WNY. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/14/2005 - 2/15/2005. Palmisano, Grace M. (Murphy) February 13, 2005, age 79, beloved wife of James V. Palmisano; dear mother of Linda (Monty) Bartholomew, Vincent (Judith) Palmisano and the late Anthony Palmisano; loving grandmother of four grandchildren, Jennifer, James, Sara, Kevin and two step-grandchildren, Scott and Craig; sister of Richard Clark and Jerry Clark; also survived by several nieces and nephews. The family will be present on Tuesday 4-8:30 PM at the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2600 Sheridan Dr. (corner of Parker Blvd.) where Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday at 9:15 AM. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired, memorials may be made to The American Lung Association. Online guest register at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 2/14/2005 - 2/15/2005. Pingrey, Marjorie J. (Eggert) Formerly of East Aurora, NY, February 12, 2005, beloved wife of the late Donald W. Pingrey; loving mother of Suzanne A. (Dave Ivanetich) Hughes, James P. Pingrey, Joni L. (Dr. Kenneth) Murray and Ronald S. (Birdie) Pingrey; cherished grandmother of Jill, Laura, Kaitlyn, Kelsey, Jenna, Joey, Mitchel and Shane; sister of Peggy (late Keith) Richardson and Thomas Eggert. The family will receive friends Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the F.E. BROWN SONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., E. Quaker St., Orchard Park. Private Memorial to be held at a later date. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials made to Hospice Buffalo, Inc. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/14/2005 - 2/15/2005. Pyle, Ellen F. (Bowe) Age 95, died suddenly, February 12, 2005, devoted wife of the late J. Lloyd; beloved mother of James (Carol), Thomas and Robert (Jo Ann); dear mother-in-law of Eileen Pyle; loving grandmother of Christopher, Darren, Daniel, Molly (Michael) Barrett, Nicole (Robert) Shelton, Robert and Kristin; dear sister of the late Julia Herr, Stephen Vincent, Regina and Margaret Bowe; sister-in-law of Arlene Livengood and Norman Pyle; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the DENGLER FUNERAL HOME, 2070 Eggert Rd., Amherst (between North Bailey & Niagara Falls Blvd.) where prayers will be offered Wednesday morning at 8:45 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Leo the Great Church at 9:15 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Ladies of Charity, 1122 Broadway, Buffalo, NY 14212. Ellen was a member of St. Leo's Rosary & Altar Society and St. James Ladies Sodality and The Ladies of Charity. Online tributes may be made to www.mem.com getlogo,mc0540 Published in the Buffalo News from 2/14/2005 - 2/15/2005. Richter, Jeanne M. Age 41 of Duluth, GA died Wednesday, February 9, 2005. Funeral services will be at 10:30 AM Thursday, February 17, 2005 at St. Patricks Catholic Church. Interment will be in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Duluth. Mrs. Richter, formerly of Cheektowaga, NY, was a homemaker and a member of St. Patricks Catholic Church. She was a Girl Scouts Troop Leader, and a member of the B.B. Harris Elementary School's PTA. Survivors include her husband Jeffery Richter of Duluth; her daughter Kara and her son Kyle Richter of Duluth, GA; her mother Bernice Merten of Cincinnati, OH; her father-in-law Orville Richter of Duluth; her brother James Merten of Dubuque, IA; her sisters Teresa Bamberter, Linda Bader and Karen Merten, all of Cincinnati, OH. In lieu of flowers, an account has been set up for Mrs. Richter's children. Donations may be made to the special account c/o Jeffrey Richter at Gwinnett Community Bank. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at BILL HEAD FUNERAL HOME, Duluth Chapel (770) 476-2535. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Rojek, Ronald F. Of N. Tonawanda, February 13, 2005, husband of the late Nancy (nee Ossman) Rojek; dearest father of Susan Rojek, Timothy (Shelby) Rojek and Linda (Thomas) Holycross; proud grandfather of five grandchildren; also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Family present Tuesday 7-9 PM and Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the SABER FUNERAL HOME, 549 Oliver St., N. Tonawanda ( 692-0271) where funeral services will be held Thursday at 10 AM. Pastor Jason Zapp officiating., Flowers graciously declined. Memorial may be made to the Alzheimer's Assn. of WNY, Niagara Hospice Inc., or the American Cancer Society. Mr. Rojek owned and operated Ron Rojek Electric. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Rossitto, Mary Ann (Judkiewicz) February 14, 2005; dear sister of Clara (John) Mrowinski, Joseph A. (late Mary) Judkiewicz and Irene (Norman) Ratajczak and the late Frances Loguidice and the late Florence Gerber; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Services Thursday at 8:45 AM from the KAZMIERCZAK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3640 Clinton St. (1 block east of Union), West Seneca and in St. Gabriel's R.C. Church at 9:30 AM. Family will be present Tuesday 7-9 PM and Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Scherrer, Marie E. (Luber) February 12, 2005, wife of the late George Scherrer; mother of Martin (Joyce) and George (Connie) Scherrer; also survived by six grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by BEACH-TUYN FUNERAL HOME INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Schlehr, Paul R. 79, of Tonawanda, NY, February 14, 2005, after a long illness, beloved husband of Marion E. (Thompson) Schlehr; dear father of Kenneth (Roberta) Schlehr, Robert (Marilyn) Schlehr, Kathleen (Robert) Brown, Andrew (Cindy) Schlehr and Diane (Michael) DiTonto; brother of Phyllis (Edward) Schilling, Janice Merrick and Patricia Frizelle; grandfather of 12 grandchildren; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends received by the family Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the BRUNNER FUNERAL HOME, 156 Robinson St., North Tonawanda. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday at 9:30 AM at St. Christopher's RC Church, Niagara Falls Blvd. Interment will be private. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Association. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Schultz, Edward N. February 13, 2005; beloved husband of Elaine C. (nee Liebert) Schultz; dearest father of Edward A. (Pattie) Schultz and Ellen (Martin K., Sr.) Hall; loving grandfather of Travis, Amber, Jason and Jessica; brother of Wesley Schultz. Family will be present on Tuesday and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2600 Sheridan Dr. (corner Parker Blvd.), where Funeral Services will be held on Thursday at 10:00 AM. Friends invited. On-line register: www.Amigone.com. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Sellari, Benedict "Benie" Of Kenmore, NY, February 13, 2005, son of the late Antonio and Josephine Sellari; brother of Angeline (late Frank) Navaro, Anthony (Maria), Lucy (Daniel) Larotonda, Marie (Salvatore) Tabone and the late Antoinette (late Frank) Panepinto; also survived by many nieces and nephews; beloved fiance of Joan Manhardt. Friends received Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the GRECO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2909 Elmwood Ave. (near Sheridan Dr.) where funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 9:45 and in St. Paul's R.C. Church at 10:15. Flowers gratefully declined. Interment in St. Anthony's Cemetery, Fredonia, NY. Mr. Sellari was active in The WNY Blind Association. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/14/2005 - 2/15/2005. Slowik, Mary T. (Borkowski) February 14, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Harry J.; dear mother of David (Charlene) Slowik and Susan (Joseph) D'Anthony; grandmother of Jennifer, Jaime, David and Matthew; sister of the late Jean (Richard) Stegmaier. Funeral from the PACER FUNERAL HOME INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd. (2 blocks east of Dick Rd.), Thursday 9 AM and Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Church 9:30. Friends invited. Family present Tuesday 7-9 and Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Smith, Margaret H. (Buras) February 14, 2005 of West Seneca, NY; wife of the late Michael J., Jr.; loving and giving mother of Michael (Elizabeth), Margaret (Craig) Baumgart, Jeffrey (Colleen), Robert (Kimberly) and Diane (Daniel) Bojanowski; grandmother of 14, great-grandmother of one; sister of Mary Burras, Dorothy Coccia and the late Edward Buras. Family present Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 at the HOY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3855 Seneca St., West Seneca, where prayers will be said Wednesday morning at 8:45, followed by a Mass of Christian burial from St. Catherine of Siena Church at 9:30. Friends invited. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Smith, Rhea (Lalande) February 13, 2005, wife of the late Thomas; beloved mother of Daniel (Lydia), Linda, Robert Smith and Joanne Mueller; loving grandmother of Heather Martel, Sarah, Jessica and Carmelo. Visitation Thursday 2-4 and 7-8 PM at the PACER FUNERAL HOME INC., 1949 Clinton St (3 blocks west of S. Ogden St.) followed by a service at 8 PM. A Memorial Mass will be held Saturday April 2nd, 9:15 AM at St. Casimir's RC Church, corner Casimir & Weimer Sts. Rhea was a volunteer at Brothers of Mercy. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Sobocinski, Geraldine R. (Reczek) Of Hamburg, NY February 13, 2005, beloved wife of Daniel M. Sobocinski; loving mother of Adrian (Maureen), Daniel (late Charmaine), Mary Ann (Scott) MacDowell; sister of Eleanor (late William) Nowicki, Patricia (late Bernard) Zasada and the late Ralph (Sandra) Reczek; also survived by four grandchildren, two great-grandsons, nieces and nephews. Family will be present to receive friends Tuesday and Wednesday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM, at the (Hamburg Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME INC., 5453 Southwestern Blvd. (corner Rogers Rd., 646-5555), where prayers will be said Thursday morning at 8:45 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Francis of Assisi Church at 9:30 AM. Interment will follow in Lakeside Memorial Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to The Muscular Dystrophy Assn., Ste. 343, 5500 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14221. Mrs. Sobocinski was a member of the St. Francis of Assisi Altar & Rosary Society. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Tatko, Eugene February 12, 2005, of Williamsville, NY, beloved husband of the late Melania 'Molly' (nee Sobieszkoda); loving father of Paul (Paula) Tatko, Judith (Michael) Holbok, Debra (Gregory) Catalano, Laurie (James) Augustynek, Doreen (Jeffrey) Borders and Michelle Tatko; grandfather of 14 and great-grandfather of one; loving brother of Delphine (John) Burgio, Arlene (Daniel) Mack, Christine (Ben) Groscup, late Jean Osuch and the late Winnie Metcalf; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral service Wednesday at 9:30 AM from the URBAN BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 6685 Transit Rd., East Amherst (three miles north of Maple) and a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph University Church, 3269 Main St. at 10:30 AM. Visitation Monday 7-9 and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9. Flowers gratefully declined. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/14/2005 - 2/15/2005. Topolski, Jeanette Of Depew, NY, February 13, 2005, wife of the late Leon Topolski; mother of Deborah Topolski; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by WENDEL & LOECHER INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Wagner, Florence C. (Faith) February 13, 2005, of West Seneca, NY, wife of the late Joseph C.; loving mother of Paul (Sylvia), Priscilla (Gerald) Skrzeczkowski and Faith (David) Gwin; grandmother of eight; great-grandmother of 12; predeceased by many brothers and sisters. Family present Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the HOY FUNERAL HOME INC., 3855 Seneca St., West Seneca, where prayers will be said Thursday morning at 8:45, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Vincent de Paul Church (Springbrook) at 9:30. Friends invited. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Walczak, Genevieve A. (nee Myszkiewicz) February 13, 2005; age 83. Wife of the late Bernard C.; mother of Susan (Eric) Oehlrich, Michael and Dr. Donna Walczak; grandmother of Kristen and Jessica (Ron Plewinski) Oehlrich, Sally, Donna and Katie Walczak; sister-in-law of Florence Bystrak, Alice Obstarczyk, Helen Labinski, Celia Gratien, Alfred, Stanley, Frank and John Walczak; aunt to several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Urban-AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, 7540 Clinton St. (at Girdle), where funeral services will be held Wednesday at 9:30 AM with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated from Annunciation Church, 7580 Clinton St., Elma at 10:00 AM. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Widrzynski, Viola (Przybyla) February 13, 2005, beloved wife of the late Bernard Widrzynski; dearest mother of Lorraine (Thaddeus) Bieniek, Rita (Robert) Graczyk and Jerry (Nancy) Widrzynski; fond grandmother of five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; predeceased by brothers and sisters; sister-in-law of Irene Pryce; dear aunt of Audrey Miller; also survived by many nieces and nephews. The family will be present at the MICHAEL A. DiVINCENZO FUNERAL HOME, 1122 E. Lovejoy St., Wednesday from 10 AM to 1:00 PM. Interment St. Stanislaus Cemetery. A memorial Mass will be held at a date and time to be announced. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Visitation Church, 1040 E. Lovejoy St, Buffalo, NY 14206. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/15/2005. Williams, Roberta M. (Kimp) February 11, 2005 at age 64; beloved wife of Anderson Williams; devoted mother of Tracey L. (Richard) Brown and Robert A. (Pamela) Williams; daughter of Irene and the late Robert B. Kimp; loving grandmother of Bianca Gonzalez, Taylor Brown, Rashard Brown, Chimere and Michael Williams; sister of the late Jean Broadus; also survived by nieces, nephews and a host of friends. The family will be present on Wednesday from 10-11 AM at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church, 292 Glenwood Ave. (at Jefferson Ave.) where Funeral Services will immediately follow at 11 AM. Friends invited. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Cancer Society, 101 John James Audobon Pkwy, Amherst, NY 14228. Arrangements by AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 2/13/2005 - 2/15/2005.