OBITS: The Buffalo News Death Notices 23 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 Aures, Marvin R. Of East Amherst, NY, entered into rest February 21, 2005; beloved husband of Mary Jane (nee Gold) Aures; devoted father of Heidi Aures, April (Trevor) Huxtsel and stepfather of Denise (Matthew) McDougall, Kimberly (Joel) Cristall and Paul M. Smith; cherished grandfather of 10 grandchildren; loving son of the late Marvin and Carolyn (nee Haas) Aures; dear brother of Sharon (Marvin) Michie, Cathy (Paul) Obarka and the late David Aures; 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 Thursday from 3-7PM, where the Funeral service will immediately follow. Mr. Aures was an Airforce Veteran. getlogo,lo0240 Published in the Buffalo News from 2/22/2005 - 2/23/2005. Babich, Margaret M. (MacNabo) February 21, 2005; beloved wife of the late Anthony J. Babich; dearest sister of the late Anthony MacNabo; cousin of Richard Noel of Hampton, NH; also survived by several nieces and nephews. The family will be present on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Cleveland Hill Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 569 Cleveland Dr., where funeral services will be held on Thursday at 8:45 AM and a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from Christ the King Church at 9:30 AM. Friends are invited. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 2/22/2005 - 2/23/2005. Bamford, Arthur J. Age 72 of the City of Tonawanda, February 23, 2005 in Kenmore Mercy Hospital following a brief illness; father of Thomas (Patsy) Bamford of Millford, CT, Keith (Janet) Bamford of Atwater, CA and Cynthia (Ronald) Risinger of Merced, CA; brother of Charlotte Servetas of Peoria, AZ, S. Jane Clapper of Kenmore and Paul (Judy) Bamford of Toledo, OH; also survived by several grandchildren, nieces and nephews. There will be no prior visitation. A private Memorial Service will be held at Acacia Park Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be made to Hospice Buffalo Foundation or to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME, INC., Tonawanda, NY. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Bistoff, Marjorie J. (Burdick) Of Akron, NY, entered into rest, February 21, 2005, wife of the late Claude F. Bistoff; loving mother of Gerald (Joan) Bistoff of Akron, NY, Kathleen (James) Jones Jr. of Akron, NY, Mary (Franklin) McCarty of Darlington, SC, John (Sharon) Bistoff of Depew, NY and James Bistoff of Lancaster, NY; sister of Marguarite (Wilfred) Aderman of Florida; also survived by 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. No prior calling hours. In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorials to the charity of the donors choice. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Pioneer Cemetery, Akron, NY. Mrs. Bistoff was the Manager of several Colonial House Restaurant in the Buffalo area and in later years managed the Charlie Brown's Restaurant in Clarence, NY until her retirement. Arrangements completed by the BERNHARDT FUNERAL HOME, Akron, 542-9522. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/27/2005. Bourne, Alice M. (Morey) February 21, 2005, beloved wife of James A. Bourne Sr.; devoted mother of James A. (Deborah) Bourne Jr. and Catherine (Geoffrey) Fenn; loving grandmother of Caroline Fenn, Bradley Bourne, Sarah Fenn and Elizabeth Bourne. The family will be present Thursday from 5-7 PM at (Delaware Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 1132 Delaware Ave. (near W. Ferry St.). In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Disease. Online register at book www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005. Bristol, Louise E. (DeLap) (See Luther Notice) Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Brooks, Gertrude M. (Bauer) Beloved wife of the late Stanley J. Brooks; mother of Lawrence (Carolyn) Brooks; grandmother of Dr. Victoria and Amanda Brooks; sister of the late Lorraine G. (Clarence) Eyman; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the BARRON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3025 William St., near Union Rd., Wednesday and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be held Friday at 8:45 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Bernard's Church at 9:30 AM. Friends invited. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005. Burzawa, Mary (Rosinski) February 22, 2005, wife of the late Stanley Burzawa; mother of Richard (Claranne) Burzawa and Deborah (Gary) Morehouse; grandmother of Erica (Christopher) Foreman and Holly Morehouse; sister of Blanche Gawron and the late John Rosinski and Jean Papaj. Friends may call Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the DENGLER & ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME, 3000 Delaware Ave., Kenmore. A Mass of Christian burial will be offered Friday 9:30 AM at Assumption RC Church. Memorials to Assumption Preservation Fund, 435 Amherst St., Buffalo, 14207. getlogo,mc0540 Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005. Cooper, Herbert J. Of Lackawanna, February 19, 2005, husband of the late Mary (Nyitrai) Cooper; brother of the late Charlotte Ann (late John) Roniger; uncle of Judy (Robert) Brown, John (Bootsy) Roniger, II and Elizabeth (Ronald) Melerine; great-uncle of Margaret (Ralph) Cross; great-great-uncle of Jessica, Erica, Robert Jr. and Sierra. Visitation Wednesday 4-8 PM at THE NORMAN E. GANNON & SONS, INC. FUNERAL HOME, 1075 Ridge Rd., Lackawanna (824-4000) where services will be held Thursday at 9:45 AM and at Our Lady of Victory Basilica at 10:30 AM. Burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Cattaraugus County Hospice Foundation. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/22/2005 - 2/23/2005. Czubaj, Linda L. (Detsch) February 21, 2005, of Cheektowaga, NY, beloved wife of the late Dale S. Czubaj; dearest mother of Stacy (Jim) Logan and D.J. Czubaj; sister of Karen (Norman) Niedzielski and Craig Detsch; sister-in-law of Paula (David) Sinclair and Gail (David) Backes; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family present to receive friends at the DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME, 2510 Union Rd., Cheektowaga (2 blocks south of Williams St.) Wednesday and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM (prayer service Thursday 8:30 PM). flowers gratefully declined. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/22/2005 - 2/23/2005. Daniels, Denise L. February 19, 2005. The family will receive friends Thursday 10 AM. Funeral to follow at 11 AM from PROVIDENCE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1275 Sycamore St. at Oberlin. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Dibosky, Frank S. February 20, 2005; of Buffalo, NY; loving husband of the late Sara (nee Schumaker); beloved father of Frank (Karen) II and the late Diana (Jose) Hidalgo and Cheryl (Darlon) Bingham; devoted grandfather of eight and great-grandfather of 14; cherished brother of Paul (Edith), Michael, August (Alice), Helen (Harold) Harris, Cecelia (George) Ebner and Mary (Chester) Rhodes; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the LINK-FOX & LUKA FUNERAL HOME, 355 Grant St., where funeral services will be held Thursday at 9 AM and at Annunciation RC Church at 9:30 AM. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Dobson Jr., Henry A. "Mickey" Of Orchard Park, N.Y., February 19, 2005. Beloved husband of the late Patricia A. (Signer); long time companion of the late Betty J. Bausch; loving father of Kathleen L. (Michael Lavtar) DeRousseau, Karen M. (Mark) Grady and Mark H. (Cathleen) Dobson; cherished Papa of Michael, Mary, Erin, Larissa, Mitchell and Coraleigh; brother of Gerald E. Dobson. The family will receive friends Tuesday and Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the F. E. BROWN SONS FUNERAL HOME INC., E. Quaker St., Orchard Park. Services from the funeral home Thursday 8:15 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church, Abbott Rd. at Lake Ave., Orchard Park. Friends invited. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/22/2005 - 2/23/2005. Donnelly, Brian J. Age 46, died, Suddenly Monday, February 14, 2005; from injuries sustained in a motorcycle in accident. Brian was born in Buffalo, NY; and it' survived by his fiancee of 13 years, Cyndi Green; daughters Tara and Jamie Donnelly; mother Doris Berarducci; and brothers Michael Donnelly and Daniel Berarducci. A memorial service in CT will be held Sunday, February 27, 2005 at Bill Millers, Rte. 1, Branford, CT from 1 to 5 PM. A memorial service in the Buffalo, NY area will be held Saturday, March 5th from 1 to 5 PM at Lucarelli's, 1830 Abbott Rd., Lackawanna. In lieu of flowers, donations to the children's education fund will be accepted during the services. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Eustice, Marjorie E. (Ferchen) Age 83 of Payne Avenue, formerly of Bergholz, on February 21, 2005 in DeGraff Memorial Hospital. Born in North Tonawanda, NY on December 31, 1921 to the late Valerius and Helena (Voelker) Ferchen. She was united in marriage to Thomas Eustice on September 13, 1941. He predeceased her on February 12, 1978. Survivors include three children: Karen (John) Collins of Wheatfield, Kent (wife Dale) Eustice of Bergholz, Donna (Mark) Driess of North Tonawanda; a brother, Robert Ferchen of Bergholz; a sister-in-law, Marion Thibault of Niagara Falls; eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. She was also predeceased by a brother, Valerius Ferchen Jr., and a great-granddaughter, Sarah. Friends may call at the DUBOIS FUNERAL HOME, 2436 Niagara Rd. (Bergholz) in Wheatfield on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Services will be conducted on Friday at 11:00 AM in St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church, corner Niagara Road and Rohr Street, Bergholz. Interment in St. James Lutheran Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Church. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005. Gambacorta, James A. Of Venice, FL, formerly of Buffalo, NY, February 18, 2005, beloved husband of Patricia (nee Lombard); father of Paulette (Daniel) Jaconetti, of Mahopac, NY and Laura Gambacorta, of New York City; son of the late Emanuel and Virginia Gambacorta; brother of Carmela Janese, Alphonse (Mary Lou), the late Rose Williams, Dr. Joseph (Dolores) and Mario (Stephanie) Gambacorta; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 PM, at the GRECO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2909 Elmwood Ave., (near Sheridan Dr.), where funeral services will be held Friday morning at 8:30 and in St. Paul's RC Church at 9:15. Mr. Gambacorta was a veteran of WW II and a former member of the Erie Niagara Funeral Directors Association. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Harzynski, Joseph J. February 22, 2005, age 91, of Hamburg, NY, beloved husband of 68 years Lottie (nee Michalski); loving father of Thaddeus (Arlene), Bernice (Frank) Tylock and Josephine (Edward) Kurcz; dear Dziadzi and Grandpa of 12 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; predeceased by one brother and two sisters; also survived by nieces and nephews. Services from THE COLONIAL MEMORIAL CHAPELS INC., 3003 South Park Ave. Lackawanna, NY Friday morning at 9 o'clock and from St. Hyacinth Church at 9:30. Mr. Harzynski was a former member of Happy Go Lucky Seniors, Polish Variety Club, PNA and the Polish Home Association. Visitation Thursday only 2-4 and 7-9 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Big Tree Volunteer Fire Co. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005. Herman, Patricia (Johnson) February 22, 2005; beloved wife of the late William Herman, devoted mother of Anne (Gene) Gorlewski, Louie (Dawn), Richard (Karen), Lawrence (Judy) Herman, Michele (David) Mount and the late Peggy and Billy Herman; loving grandmother of ten grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; dear sister of Betty (William) Miller, Bea (late Sam) Salem, William (Janie) Johnson, Alice (late Ronald) Swiatek, Chuck (late Beth) Johnson, Joann (late Hank) (Mar) Mikolajczak and the late Dennis (Luann) Johnson; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral services at the BUSZKA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2005 Clinton St. (cor. S. Ogden) Friday at 9:30 AM and at First United Church of Christ at 10 AM. Visitation Wednesday 7-9 PM and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005. Hoock, Mildred V. (Albrecht) February 22, 2005, Of Buffalo, NY; loving mother of David (Loretta) Hoock; grandmother of Brian D. Hoock. Friends may call Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the LESTER H. WEDEKINDT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3290 Delaware Ave., where Funeral Services will be held Saturday morning at 11. Friends invited. Memorials may be made to St. John's United Church of Christ, 85 Amherst St., Buffalo, 14207. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005. Jaquays, Angelita M. (Castillo) February 22, 2005; beloved wife of Elliott I. Jaquays; dearest mother of Lorraine (Robert) Racle and Edward R. (Sheryl, nee Weider) Jaquays; devoted grandmother of Karen (Donald) Striejewske, Courtenay, Lindsay and the late Kiley Jaquays; great-grandmother of Krystine, Adam, Danielle, Jessica and Elizabeth Striejewske; sister of the late Edmundo, Blanca, Raul and Erlinda; also survived by many nieces and nephews. The family will be present Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2600 Sheridan Dr. (cor. Parker Blvd.) where funeral services will be held Friday at 8:30 AM and from St. Amelia Church at 9 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of WNY, 2805 Wehrle Dr., Suite 6, Williamsville, NY 14221-7380. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005. Jenkins, Lillie B. "Lilly" February 18, 2005. The family will receive friends Wednesday at 11 AM, funeral to follow at 12 Noon, at PROVIDENCE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1275 Sycamore St. at Oberlin. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/22/2005 - 2/23/2005. Johnson, Betty J. (Holzworth) February 22, 2005, beloved wife of the late Kevin P. Johnson; dearest mother of Dennis of San Rafael, CA, James (Barbara) and Robert (Sally) of Denver, CO and Pamela Johnson; grandmother of eight grandchildren; sister of the late Grace Duhamel. The family will be present Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2600 Sheridan Dr (corner of Parker) where funeral services will be held Friday at 11 AM. Friends invited. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005. Kimiak, Rose (Thomas) February 22, 2005; of Grand Island; formerly of Tonawanda; Age 90; wife of the late Stanely J. Kimiak; dearest mother Beth (Donald) Cook, Catherine (Bradley) Lansberry and Susan (Larry) Ondovic; also survived by three grandchildren & two great-grandchildren; sister of the late Francis Leigl, John & Joseph Thomas. Friends may call Wednesday 7-9 PM & Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 PM at KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 10 AM at St. Stephen's Church. She was loved by many. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005. Kolaczek, Lillian H. February 21, 2005 of Cheektowaga, NY; beloved daughter of Helen (nee Augustyn) and the late Martin Kolaczek; dearest sister of Teddy (Mary) Kolaczek; dear aunt of Chere (Tim) Fenselon, Jeffrey (Casey) Kolaczek and great-aunt of Taylor Fenselon, Andrew and Danniel Kolaczek. Family will be present to receive relatives and friends on Thursday 6-9 p.m. at the MELVIN J. SLIWINSKI FUNERAL HOME, 85 George Urban Blvd. (west of Harlem Road), where Funeral services will be held on Friday at 10:00 a.m. Entombment Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Kuerzdoerfer, Donald J. Suddenly, February 21, 2005; beloved husband of the late Jane E. (Pitass) Kuerzdoerfer; devoted father of Mark (Ann Marie), Wayne (Lisa), Alan (Deborah) and the late Cheryl Kuerzdoerfer; loving friend of Nancy Wangler; grandfather of Jayme (Pete) Cellitioci, Timothy, Justin and Cherylee-Jane Kuerzdoerfer; brother of Kathleen (Walter) Sturmer and Willard (Patricia) Kuerzdoerfer. Friends may call Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at The DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME, 2480 Kensington. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 9 AM at St. Barnabas Church, 3049 George Urban Blvd, Depew. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/25/2005. Layman, Judith A. (Vogel) February 21, 2005; of Horseheads, NY, formerly of West Seneca; beloved wife of Allan L.; loving mother of Dennis A. (Maria) and Karen M. Layman; grandmother of Tatiana and Tyler; daughter of June and the late Raymond J. Vogel; sister of Richard (Mary Ann) and the late Nancy Vogel; survived by nieces and nephews. 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 at 9:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John Vianney Church at 10 AM. Friends are invited. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/22/2005 - 2/23/2005. Louise, Nicholas D. February 21, 2005, of West Seneca, NY. Beloved husband of Marion (nee Puntoriero); devoted father of Donna Gandel; loving grandfather of Nicole Spulecki and Noelle (Robert) Klinko and great-grandfather of Asia; cherished brother of Rose (late Sam) Schillace, Louise (Guy) Giumento and the late Sister Mary Bonaventure Louise, Jenny (late Harold) Brand, Mary (late Anthony) Maile and Joseph; also survived by nieces and nephews. Private services at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be made to Hospice Buffalo. Arrangements by LINK-FOX & LUKA FUNERAL HOME, 885-1709 Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Luther, Louise E. Bristol (DeLap) Age 86 of the City of Tonawanda, February 20, 2005; wife of the late Robert L. Bristol, Sr. and the late Herbert C. Luther, mother of Jeanne Eveleigh, Robert (Betty) Bristol Jr., Raymond (Cheryl) Bristol and Michael (Peggy) Bristol, step-mother of Marilyn (David) Holler, grandmother of John Suzanne, Sandi, Cindy, Timothy, Jeanette (Michael), Jason, Geoffrey, Patrick, Brian, Shawn and Matthew, great-grandmother of Oceana and Xenos, sister of June Hooper and Raymond (Joanel) DeLap. There will be no prior visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be in St. Francis of Assisi Chapel, 71 Adam St. in the City of Tonawanda, Saturday, February 26 at 10 AM. Friends invited. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME INC., Tonawanda, NY Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Luther, Dr. Wesley C. In Charleston, NC formerly of Hamburg, NY; February 18, 2005; beloved husband of the late Annamai (Voisard) Luther; loving father of Ralph (Sharon), Andrew (Toni), Robert (Linda), Thomas (Kathleen) Luther, Paulette (Glenn) LePine and Joanne Varco; also survived by 13 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to attend a Gravside Service at Hillcrest Cemetery, Hamburg Thursday 11:00 AM. Dr. Luther was a 4th Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus, former Commander of the Hamburg Power Squardron and past President of the Hamburg Rotary Club. Arrangements by LOOMIS, OFFERS & LOOMIS INC. HAMBURG CHAPEL. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/20/2005 - 2/23/2005. Mariani, Albert A. February 19, 2005, beloved husband of Yvonne E. Ritger Mariani; dear father of John A. Mariani; brother of Bruno (Betty) and the late Mary Sadlo, Aurelia 'Rita Argentieri, Vladimero 'Medo and Evo Mariani; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends invited to attend a Memorial Service 11:00 Saturday, February 26, at St. Augustine's Church, 425 Penora St. Arrangements by SCHLAGER FUNERAL HOME, INC. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005. Moon, Gertrude (Varecka) Of Hamburg, NY entered into rest February 21, 2005, beloved wife of the late Albert R. Moon Jr.; devoted mother of Albert R. Moon III, Michelle (William) Wroblewski-Kress, Darlene (Bernard) Pitass, Robert Moon and the late Judith Lynn Moon; cherished grandmother of 11 grandchildren; loving daughter of the late John Paul and Mary Ruth (nee Volkovic) Varecka; dear sister of Julia Guggemos, Mary Kaczewicz, Stanley (Mary Ann) Varecka and the late Charles, Steve, Frank, Edward and William Varecka; also survived by relatives and friends. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel), 3060 Abbott Rd, near Lake Ave. on Wednesday from 7-9 PM and Thursday from 4-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church, 3148 Abbott Rd. near Lake Ave. Orchard Park on Friday at morning at 10:30 o'clock. (Please assemble at church). Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Pawelczyk, Joseph A. Of Elma, NY, February 19, 2005, beloved husband of Rita R. Mikla Pawelczyk; dearest father of Joseph M. Pawell of Stratford, CT, Janet M. of Rochester, NY, James A. of State College, PA and John R. (Siobhan) Pawelczyk; fond grandfather of Joseph H., Jason, Jeffrey, Katlyn, Bradley and Joseph M.; brother of Chester (late Marion), Alexander (late Ceil) Pawelczyk and the late Genevieve (Casimer) Pawluc. Friends may call Tuesday 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 a Mass of Christian Burial from St. Vincent's Church at 10 o'clock. Friends are invited. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/22/2005 - 2/23/2005. Pietz, Judith Ann (McLaughlin) Of West Seneca, NY, February 21, 2005, beloved wife of Warren C. 'Skip Pietz; loving mother of Cheryl (John) Cudmore and Mark (Caitlin) Pietz; sister of Thomas (Maryellen) McLaughlin; precious grandmother of Allison and Sarah Cudmore; also survived by a niece and nephews and numerous loving friends. Friends may call Wednesday 7-9 and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 at LOOMIS, OFFERS & LOOMIS INC., MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1820 Seneca St. Funeral services will be held at Salem Lutheran Church, Friday 11 AM. Please see obit. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/22/2005 - 2/24/2005. Poole, Mozetta February 18, 2005. Visitation Thursday 10 AM at H. ALFRED LEWIS MORTUARY, INC., 968 Jefferson where Funeral Service will follow at 11 AM. Interment in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Pruet, Dr. Charles W. February 21, 2005; age 68; husband of Susan A. Pruet (nee Shevik); father of Helen D. Pruet, Alex W. (Heather) Pruet, Kathryn M. (Michael) Jenkins, Marilyn S. Pruet, Leslie I. (Ronald) Pitts and Jeffrey C. Pruet; grandfather of Robert, Ryan, Brandon, Zachary, Alexandria and Charlotte; brother of Mary (Pearino) Gaither and Rebecca (Julian) Newman; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Burial will be in Ashland, Alabama prior to Memorial Service. The Memorial Service will be held Monday at 11 AM at The Chapel, 895 N. Forest Rd. in Amherst, NY. If desired, memorials may be made to The Chapel Building Fund or the Salvation Army. Arrangements by the AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005. Roberta, Mary (Sophie Szczubelek) February 21, 2005, loving daughter of the late Leon and the late Mary (nee Chmaj) Szczubelek; dearest sister of Lottie Piekarz and the late Helen Nowicki; also survived by nieces. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial February 25, 2005, Friday, at 9 AM from the Immaculate Conception Convent Chapel, 5286 South Park Ave., Hamburg , NY, where visitng hours may take place Thursday only from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Interment in St. Stanislaus Cemtery, Cheektowaga, NY. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Funeral arrangements by URBAN BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 6685 Transit Rd., East Amherst, NY. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005. Robinson, Norman C. Age 86 of the Town of Tonawanda and formerly of Buffalo, February 18, 2005; husband of 59 years of Helen (nee Worthen) Robinson; father of Dr. Donald (Anna) Robinson, Marion (Peter) Miehl, Janet Bajor, Lois (David) Lamich and Paul (Susan) Robinson; grandfather of Amanda, Elizabeth and Meredith Robinson, Ellen, Andrew and Alexander Miehl, Christopher and Sara Bajor, Rebecca and Erin Lamich and Kelsey Ann Robinson, son of the late Elden James and Norma Irene (nee Clark) Robinson; brother of Evelyn (the late Robert) Cook and Donald (Evangeline) Robinson; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service that will be held at Kenmore United Methodist Church, 32 Landers Road (at Delaware Rd.) in Kenmore, Wednesday, March 2nd at 11 AM. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME, INC. Tonawanda. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/20/2005 - 2/27/2005. Rupert, Florence M. Age 92, of Sardinia, died February 21, 2005, beloved daughter of the late Asahel and Clara Billings Rupert; sister of the late Laurence Rupert; There is no visitation. Memorial services will be held Sunday at 3 PM in the Sardinia United Methodist Church. Interment will be in Sardinia Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the church. Arrangements were completed by W.S. DAVIS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 358 W. Main St., Arcade. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Ruszczyk, Alfreda "Freda" (Slawinowski) February 21, 2005, wife of the late John; dear mother of Beverly (James) Sobierajski; grandmother of Todd (Candace) and Randy Sobierajski; great-grandmother of Trevor and Riley; sister of Florence Santowski and the late Alice Szymanski; dear friend of Charles Bull; also survived by nieces. Funeral from the PACER FUNERAL HOME INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd. (2 blocks east of Dick Rd.) Friday at 8:45 AM and St. Gabriel's Church at 9:30 AM. Friends invited. Family present Thursday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005. Sautter, LeRoy W. February 20, 2005; beloved husband of Johanna (nee Berner) Sautter; dearest father of Craig (Pamela) and Thomas (Jeanette) Sautter; loving grandfather of four grandchildren and one great-grandchild; also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. 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 10:15 AM and a Mass of Christian Burial from St. Aloysius Gonzaga Church at 11 AM. Friends invited. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 2/22/2005 - 2/23/2005. Schwert, Mary F. (Measer) February 22, 2005; wife of the late Francis P. Schwert; mother of Margaret M. (Philip) Jenkins, Patricia A. Schwert, James P. (Donna), Robert J. (Kelly) and Paul S. (Ellen) Schwert; grandmother of Laura and Rachel Jenkins; brother of Rev. Donald L. Measer; also survived by a niece and a nephew. Friends may call Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the DENGLER FUNERAL HOME, 2070 Eggert Rd., Eggertsville, where prayers will be offered Saturday morning at 9 o'clock, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Amelia's Church at 9:30 AM. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Assn. Mrs. Schwert was a member of the American Legion Post #880 Ladies' Auxiliary, Eden, NY. On-line tributes may be made to www.mem.com. getlogo,mc0540 Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/25/2005. Scott, William Of Benton, KY, formerly of Eden, NY, February 15, 2005, Age 64, husband of Bridgette; father of five sons; son of the late June and Ward Scott; brother of Barbara Scampone. Funeral Services private. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Stephens, Catherine (Metzinger) Of Amherst, NY, entered into rest February 22, 2005, beloved wife of the late Steve W. Stephens; devoted mother of Eileen (Walter Jr.) Herstek, James (Karitha) and Dorothy A. Stephens; cherished grandmother of Richard (Judy) O'Hara, Cynthia (Timothy) Mehary and great-grandmother of five great-grandchildren; loving daughter of the late George and Cynthia Metzinger; dear sister of Bernadette Metzinger, Mary Tilly and predeceased by one brother and three sisters; 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 Thursday from 7-9 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Joseph University Church, 3247 Main St., Buffalo on Friday morning at 9:30 o'clock. Interment North Ridge Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Tiefel, Mary (Reck) Of West Valley, NY formerly of Cowlesville, NY, February 22, 2005, wife of the late Frederick W. Tiefel; mother of William Tiefel and Anna (Willard) Miller; also survived by three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; predeceased by three sisters and one brother. A Memorial Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by SMITH-WEISMANTEL FUNERAL HOME, INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Trietley, Irene O. (Mandel) February 21, 2005, beloved wife of the late Donald Trietley; dearest mother of Peter (Betty) Lorrens; loving grandmother of Donald (Ranae) Lorrens and Tracey (Kurt) Dillemuth; great-grandmother of Ashley, Brittney, Alyssa, Donald Jr. and Brett; also survived by many nieces and nephews. The family will be present on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Urban-AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, 3645 Genesee Street (two blocks east of Union), where Funeral Services will be held on Friday at 8:15 AM and a Mass of Christian Burial from Mother of Divine Grace Church at 9:00 AM. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Trzyzewski, Marilyn M. (nee Christenson) February 19, 2005. Formerly of Newburgh, NY. Beloved wife of Henry Trzyzewski. Loving mother of David (Belinda) and Mark (Susan). Cherished grandmother of Abigail Trzyzewski. Dear sister of Helen (Elmer) Preiss of Poteet, TX and Kathy (Bela) Hegedus of Pine Bush, NY. Also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Services Thursday at 9:30 AM from the KAZMIERCZAK FUNERAL HOME INC, 3640 Clinton St (1 block east of Union) and in Queen of Heaven RC Church at 10:15 AM. The family will be present Wednesday only 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Donations to the American Diabetes Association will be appreciated. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/22/2005 - 2/23/2005. Vandenburg, Charles H. February 12, 2005 of West Seneca, NY; age 85; husband of Ilene M. Vandenburg; father of Debbie Vandenburg; papa of Bobbie Lynn and Amanda Louise Vandenburg. A memorial service will be held in St. Paul's United Church of Christ, 49 Indian Church Road, Buffalo on Saturday afternoon February 26, 2005 at 1 o'clock. Friends invited. Arrangements by Frank Rubino Mortuary. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Viterna, Caroline (Varga) Of Lackawanna, NY, entered into rest February 22, 2005. Beloved wife of Nunzie E. Viterna; devoted mother of Karen Marie, Annette and the late Gene Viterna; loving daughter of the late Rock and Mary Varga; dear sister of Mary (Don) Cummings; predeceased by one sister and seven brothers; survived by relatives and friends. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME, (Southtowns Chapel) 3060 Abbott Rd. near Lake Ave. on Thursday from 4-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of Bistrica Church, 1619 Abbott Rd., Lackawanna on Friday morning at 9 o'clock. (Please assemble at church). Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005. Weber, Julie A. (Sage) Of Tonawanda, 56, entered into rest on Sunday February 20, 2005 after a long battle with cancer. Born in Elmira, NY, she married veterinarian Philip A. Weber Jr. in 1980 and who died in 1998. They co-owned the Brighton-Eggert Animal Clinic in Tonawanda until his death. She was a veterinarian technician for 30 years, retiring in 1999. She graduated from Corning Community College. Attended Elmira College and State University at Delhi. In 2001 she went back to school and received a certificate as a travel agent. She worked at Courtesy Travel in Tonawanda for three years. At the time of her death she was self-employed as a travel consultant. She was a long time Bills and Sabres supporter and loved to travel and fish. She has fished all over the world. She was an avid boater belonging to Swift Water Power Squadron, Inner Harbor Yacht Club, and LaSalle Yacht Club. She volunteered at Meals on Wheel's of Amherst, the Riviera Theatre and taught safe boating classes at Swiftwater Power Squadron. She also volunteered at the 'Excalibur' ( a boat for handicapped children). Surviving are two stepchildren, David (Sherrie) Weber, and Amanda Weber (Dan) Clemens; one grandchild, Daniel Clemens; also surviving are a brother Tim (Sue) Sage, 3 sisters, Regina (Jake) Haner, Mary Sage and Amy Sage and several nieces and nephews; also surviving is her very dear friend Sam D'Agostino. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday (February 26, 2005) at 4:00 PM at The Chapel, 895 North Forest Rd., Williamsville. No flowers are requested; instead please make a donation to the Erie County SPCA, or St. Jude's Children's Hospital or Pulmonary Rehab Department of Kenmore Mercy Hospital. Arrangements by The HILLIARD-CREASEY FUNERAL HOME, INC. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/22/2005 - 2/23/2005. Weil, Thomas H. Of Houston, TX, formerly of Orchard Park, NY, February 19, 2005, husband of Kathleen (Wrazen) Weil; father of Nicholas W., Juliana M., Thomas J. and Travers J. Weil; brother of Leita W. (Timothy) Reed and Henry T. (Barbara) Weil; son of the late Chester R. (Leita T.) Weil; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Thursday 7-9 PM and Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the KENNETH HOWE FUNERAL HOME, 64 Maple St., E. Aurora. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Saturday at the Elma United Methodist Church, 2991 Bowen Rd., Elma, NY 14059 (please assemble at church). In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the church or a charity of choice. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/22/2005 - 2/23/2005. Wilder, Wayman A. Of Lackawanna, NY, February 21, 2005, beloved husband of Beatrice (nee Oliver); dearest father of Debbie Wilder and Jill Skora; brother of Fay, Rita (Jim) Streeter and the late Phyllis (late Sydney) Debbage, and William (Millicent); also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation at the JOS. M. LITWIN FUNERAL HOME, 1629 Electric Ave., Lackawanna, Wednesday 7-9 and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday at 10:30 AM at St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Church, New Oregon, NY. Mr. Wilder was a member of U.A.W. Local #897. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005. Zelt, Marie D. (Kozloff) February 20, 2005 of Orchard Park, NY, wife of the late Norman Drum and the late George Zelt; dearest mother of George Zelt and the late Norman Drum; grandmother of Norman Judson, Katherine Zelt, Dylan Buyskes and Samantha Buyskes; great-grandmother of Altea, Kelsea, Inguar and Hans Judson; sister of the late Emily Shea and Al Ruppel; aunt of Patricia (Andrew) Keller and Peggy Jovanovski. No prior visitation. Private service and internment will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by the WOOD FUNERAL HOME, East Aurora. Published in the Buffalo News on 2/23/2005.