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Abate, Mary Louise   
Of Hamburg, NY, entered into rest February 23, 2005; loving daughter of the
late Joseph and Mary (DiSanto) Abate; dear sister of four sisters and
predeceased one sister and two brothers; also survived by nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME, (Southtowns Chapel)
3060 Abbott Rd. near Lake Ave. on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral
will be held on Saturday morning at 8:15 o'clock and a Mass of Christian
Burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church at 9 o'clock.
Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Adam, Susan A. (Augello)   
Of Hamilton, MA and formerly of Buffalo, NY, age 48. died Saturday, February
19, 2005 following a 4 year battle with ovarian cancer; she was the beloved
wife of John R. Adam; loving mother of Alexandra T. Adam; daughter of Marie
and the late Joseph Augello of Buffalo, NY; also survived by her sister Maria
L. Augello of East Amherst, NY, two brothers, Joseph Augello of Buffalo and
Thomas Augello of Lewiston, NY and niece Teresa Campagna of Williamsville, NY.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, February 26th at 1 PM at the Christ
Church, Asbury Street, Hamilton. Relatives and friends are respectfully
invited. Burial will be in the Hamilton Cemetery. There will be no visiting
hours. Gifts in Susan's memory may be made to either: the GYN Oncology
Research Program Fund, c/o MGH Development Office, 100 Charles River Plaza,
Suite 600, Boston, MA 02114 or to Windrush Farm, 30 Brookview Road, Boxford,
MA 01921. Arrangements are under the direction of the MORRIS FUNERAL HOME,
INC. of Ipswich, MA.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Ahsan, Dr. Sabahat   
Age 66; February 22, 2005, of Amherst, NY; beloved mother of Samina
Raza-Eglimez, Farooq (late), Asad and Alia Raza; beloved grandmother of Omar
and Yasmin Raza and Aral Eglimez; dearest sister of Wahid Mohammed, Wajahat
Fatima, Liaquat Rehman (late), Ahmed Mohammed, Farhat Fatima and Khalid
Mohammed (late); also survived by seven loving nieces and nephews and many
grand-nieces and nephews. She was born in Muzzaffarnagar, India in 1938, and
graduated from Aligarh Muslim University in Aligarh before attending Gandhi
Medical College in Bhopal. She emigrated to Karachi, Pakistan in 1962,
practicing obstetrics and gynecology in Karachi and Lahore before coming to
the United States in 1971. After a brief stay in Cincinnati, Ohio, she settled
in Buffalo in 1972, continuing to visit Pakistan annually and remaining
devoted to it culture. She was married twice, to Mohammed Kamal Pasha from
1959 to 1967, and to Dr. Syed Tasnim Raza from 1971 to 1996. She survived the
death of her beloved son Farooq in 1992. For 23 years she cared for indigent
patients at Buffalo's East Side Health Clinic, choosing to help those in need
over private practice. A lifelong aesthete, she herself designed her
ultra-modern house and much admired garden. A lover of the arts, she
patronized many cultural institutions in Buffalo and New York City. Family and
friends are invited to a service in accordance with Muslim Tradition at Masjid
Al-Noor, 745 Heim Rd., Getzville, at 12:30 PM on Thursday, February 23, 2005,
a memorial reception will be held at Rue Franklin, 341 Franklin St., Buffalo,
at 4 PM on Thursday, February 24, 2005, following the interment. Arrangements
by BRIAN K. LEWIS FUNERAL HOME.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

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.

Blaszyk, Eileen (Keller)   
February 23, 2005; beloved wife of the late Leonard; devoted mother of Rosalie
(Mark) Radecki; Robert (Cathy) Blaszyk and Rhonda (Joseph) Jaracz Sr.; loving
grandmother of Lee (Mark), Steven, Kyle, Joseph Jr., Justin, Sarah, David,
Billy, Aaron and the late Georgia; loved great-grandmother of Devenere, Mark
Jr., Marcellis, Mikayla and Mylia; and extended mother to many who also cared
enough to call her 'Ma'. Family will be present Friday from 2-7 PM at the
ORLOWSKI-PIETSZAK FUNERAL HOME, 2400 William Street (897-2400) where funeral
services will follow visitation at 7 PM
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Bluthner, Stanley F.   
February 17, 2005, formerly of Amherst, NY, beloved husband of Margaret and
the late Mildred; father of William S. Bluthner; grandfather of Scott and
Michael Bluthner. Friends may call Saturday morning from 10 AM to 1 PM at the
LESTER H. WEDEKINDT INC. FUNERAL HOME, 3290 Delaware Ave., where funeral
services will follow at 1:00. Mr. Bluthner had been a member of Kenmore
Presbyterian Church.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Boinski, Helen (Pawlowski)   
Of Lackawanna, NY, February 23, 2005, dearest mother of Henry; grandmother of
John (Jennie) and Anne Pawlowski great grandmother of Jaiden and Jianna;
sister of the late Edward, Joseph (late Dolores), Mary (late Robert) Magiera
and John. Funeral from the JOS. LITWIN FUNERAL HOME, 1629 Electric Ave.,
Saturday at 9:15 and at St. Michael the Archangel Church at 9:30. Friends
invited. Family present Friday only 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

Bonner Sr., Joseph   
Entered into rest February 22, 2005, beloved husband of Louise Bonner; father
of Vivian K. (Jeremiah) Snell, Joseph Jr. and Enid L.A. Bonner; grandfather of
three; brother of Mae Ruth Davis of Lynette, AL, Layman Bonner of Columbus,
OH; brother-in-law of Lillie Critten; also survived by a loving family.
Viewing Saturday 10 AM at Second Temple Baptist Church, 812 E. Delavan Ave.
Funeral 11:00 AM. Interment at Ridgelawn Cemetery. Arrangements by THOMAS T.
EDWARDS FUNERAL HOME.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

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.

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. 
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/23/2005 - 2/24/2005.

Cervellera Jr., Angelo R.   
February 23, 2005, beloved husband of Marion W. (Makey) Cervellera; dearest
father of Joanne (Michael) Shanahan, Mary Ellen (George) Calabrese, David
(Theresa), Paul (Mary) and Jean Marie Cervellera; loving grandfather of nine
grandchildren; dear brother of Francis 'Joe' (Alice) Cervellera, Carmella
(Nicholas) Zona, Loretta Schepis and the late Stephen, Albert and Andrew 'Bob'
(late Mary Ann) Cervellera; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends
may call Thursday 7-9 PM, Friday 2-4, 7-9 PM at the REDDINGTON FUNERAL HOME,
657 Abbott Rd. (corner Red Jacket Pkwy) where services will be held Saturday
at 10 AM and at St. Thomas Aquanis Church at 10:30. Friends invited. Mr.
Cervellera was a member of Knights of Columbus Msgr. Nash Council and a WWII
Navy Veteran.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

Coppola, Rose L. (Stefano)   
February 23, 2005, dearest wife of the late Louis S. Coppola; mother of Louise
(John) Andrews and Anthony (Margaret) Coppola; grandmother of six
grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren;
sister of Margaret (late Joseph) Scarpello, Josephine (late Joseph) Vizzi and
the late Philomena (Joseph) Canali, John (Carmela) Stefano and James
(Josephine) Stefano; also survived by nieces and nephews. The family will be
present Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Lancaster-Depew Chapel) AMIGONE
FUNERAL HOME, INC., 6050 Transit Road where funeral services will be held
Saturday at 8:15 AM and from St. Gabriel's Church at 9:00 AM. Flowers
gratefully declined. Memorials may be made in Mrs. Copploa's memory to St.
Gabriel's Parish Renovation Fund, 5271 Clinton Street, Elma, NY 14059. Online
register at www.Amigone.com
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

Cox, Philip R.   
February 23, 2005, of West Seneca, NY, beloved husband of Ellen (nee Dean);
father of Michele (Anthony) Yarussi, Mark, and Kristin (Todd) Littler; son of
John and Marian (nee Wittmeyer) Cox; brother of Jack (Lynn) and the late
Bruce; also survived by 6 grandchildren. Family present Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM
at the HOY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3855 Seneca St., West Seneca where prayers will
be said Saturday morning at 8:30 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at
Queen of Heaven Church at 9 AM. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined.
Memorials to Hospice Buffalo, Inc. appreciated. Mr. Cox was a member of Local
#4 of Asbestos Workers.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

Dean, Ilona (Freund)   
February 23, 2005; wife of the late Eric O. Dean; mother of the late Thomas M.
Dean; grandmother of Dahlia and Nicole Dean. Friends are invited to attend
funeral services 1 o'clock Friday afternoon at ETKIN-SCHLAGER FUNERAL HOME,
4614 Main St., Snyder. Mrs. Dean was a member of Friends of Viennna and Temple
Beth Zion. If desired memorials may be made the Jewish National Fund or the
American Heart Assoc. of WNY
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

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.

Fleming, Mildred   
February 19, 2005. The family will receive friends Friday 6-8 PM at PROVIDENCE
MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1275 Sycamore St. at Oberlin. Funeral services Saturday at
2:00 PM at True Bethel Baptist Church, 907 East Ferry.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Grochowiak, William A.   
February 23, 2005, Of Lancaster, NY; beloved husband of Charlotte K.
(Grzywacz) Grochowiak; dearest father of Caren (Rick) Wilson; dear grandfather
of Kaylee and Bradon; brother of the late Jean (late Michael) Kosowski;
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,
Friday only 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday at 9:30 AM in
the Holy Mother of the Rosary Cathedral, 6298 Broadway, Lancaster. Please
assemble at Church at 8:45 AM. Mr. Grochowiak was a member of the Charles W.
Cushman Lodge #879 whose services will be at 7:00 PM Friday, a member of the
Eastern Star Amherst Chapter #555, and Conrad F. Kania Marine Corp. League,
service at 7:30 PM Friday.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

Halm, Rose Marie (Battista)   
February 23, 2005, dear mother of Raymond R. Halm Jr. and Debra Halm;
grandmother of Raymond D. Halm; sister of Victor, Michael, Daniel and the late
John Battista; dear friend of Barbara Krug. A private Memorial Service will be
held at the convenience of the family. If desired, memorials to Hospice
Buffalo Inc. Arrangements by SCHLAGER FUNERAL HOME INC.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

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.

Haywood, Margaret G. (Amsden)   
February 20, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Francis; devoted mother of Nancy
(late Harold) Truesdell; Grandmother of Todd; Sister of Starryl (Norman)
Durnell; Mayvis (late James) Dawson, Julia (Sam) Mattina; twin sisters Fair
(Emil) Wieszala, and Fay (Leonhard) Reinig; sister-in-law of Robert (late
Grace) Haywood; Millie Thomas; late Mary (late Bernard) Saibiski; and the late
Eugene (Norma) Haywood. Dear friend of Bill and Lois Blount; also survived by
nieces and nephews. Family present Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the ORLOWSKI-
PIETSZAK FUNERAL HOME, 2400 William Street (897-2400). Graveside Services will
be held Saturday at 10 AM at Elmlawn Cemetery Chapel.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Henderson, Robert F.   
February 20, 2005, beloved husband of Marilyn (Schneider) Henderson; dear
father of Susan (Jeffrey) Friend, William (Sandra), Eric (Tracy) and Scott
(Julie) Henderson; grandfather of nine grandchildren. A memorial service will
be held at the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 2480 Kensington on Friday at 4:00
PM. Flowers declined. Memorials made to the American Veterans Association.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

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.

Hull, Donald B.   
Of Hamburg, NY, February 23, 2005, husband of Mary (nee McCarthy); father of
Donald J. (Maureen), of Mundelein, IL and Christopher (Lori) Hull, of Hamburg;
brother of Jeanne (late Martin) Belscher, Robert F. (Gertrude) and the late
Kenneth W. Hull; grandfather of Kathleen, Donnie, Caitlin, Rita, Claire, Mary,
Teresa, Aileen, Grace, Maeve and Bridget. Friends are invited to attend a Mass
of Christian Burial at SS. Peter & Paul Church, Saturday at 10 AM. Visitation
at the DONALD M. DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 21 Pierce Ave., Hamburg, Friday
3-8 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials to Hospice Foundation. Mr. Hull
was a past Grand Knight and member of Hamburg Council #2220, Msgr. Toomey
Assembly 4th Degree Ancient Order of Hibernians and life member of Hamburg
Township Post #1419 VFW.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

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.

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.

Kohrn, Edward J.   
February 23, 2005, beloved husband of the late Elaine M. (nee Pascal) Kohrn;
dear father of Larry A. (Pamela) and S. Bruce (Diane Gordon) Kohrn; loving
grandfather of Rachael, Aaron, Sarah and Benjamin; brother of the late Robert
Kohrn; dear friend of Suzie Brown. Funeral services from The AMHERST MEMORIAL
CHAPEL, INC., 281 Dodge Rd., Friday at 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations
to Roswell Park Alliance.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

Krawczak, James L.
Suddenly, February 24, 2005, husband of Mary Ellen Militello; father of Mary
Lynn (Angelo) Iglesias, James G. and Kile J. Krawczak; grandfather of Giuliana
and Angelo Iglesias. Friends may call at JOHN E. ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME (West
Chapel), 1357 Hertel Ave. (near Colvin) Friday 2-8 PM where funeral services
will be held Saturday at 9:15 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial from
Annunciation Church, Greenwood and Lafayette Sts. at 10 AM. Friends are
invited. Flowers gratefully declined.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

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.

Kurk, Irene (Levan)   
February 22, 2005, beloved wife of the late Theodore F. Kurk; devoted mother
of Greg (Wende) and Cynthia Kurk; loving grandmother of Kelly, Kevin, Timothy,
Alicia and Alexandra; dear sister of Henry (Florence) Levan; also survived by
niece and nephews. Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of
Christian Burial at St. Josaphat's Church, Saturday morning at 9:30 AM.
Visitation Friday from 7-9 PM at the BUSZKA FUNERAL HOME, 2005 Clinton St.
(corner S. Ogden).
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

Lewis, Gail I.   
Age 84, of Holland, died February 22, 2005, beloved husband of Shirley (nee
Moulton); father of David (Sharon) Lewis; brother of Marion Newland and the
late George Lewis, Betty Gill, Pearl Jewert and John Lewis; grandfather of
Scott, Christopher, Jason and Adam; great-grandfather of Jeremy, Colin and
Jack Edward; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Friday
from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at W.S. DAVIS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 358 W. Main St., Arcade
where funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 AM. Interment will be in
Sardinia Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Chaffee
Community Baptist CHurch.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Loeschke, William A.   
Age 77; February 23, 2005; husband of Dorothy (Thomas) Loeschke; father of
William E. (Paulette) Loeschke of Willison, Judy Ann (John) Seebauer of Grand
Island and Kathleen Roman of Bergholz; brother of Alice (Robert) Schultz of
Wheatfield, Helen (Douglas) Roberts of Bergholz, Norma (Frank) Scherrer of
Niagara Falls and Ruth Heseley of Bergholz; grandfather of RaeLynn (Greg)
Torres of Jacksonville, FL, Charlene (Loeschke of Wilson, Martin Roman of
Bergholz, Jessica Seebauer of Australia and Brandon Seebauer of Grand Island;
also survived by several nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces.
Friends may call at the DuBOIS FUNERAL HOME, 2436 Niagara Rd. (Bergholz) in
Wheatfield on Friday from 7-9 PM and Saturday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A memorial
service will be conducted by the Bergholz Fire Co. on Saturday at 7:00 PM in
the funeral home. Services will be conducted by the Rev. David B. Menz on
Sunday at 2:00 PM in St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church, corner Niagara Rd.
and Rohr St., Bergholz.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Malgowski, Helen M. (Wojcik)   
February 23, 2005, of Cheektowaga, NY, beloved wife of the late Theodore;
dearest mother of Arlene (Stanley) Kosinski, Carol (Daniel) Owczarzak;
grandmother of Thomas (Jennifer), Richard, Melanie (Daniel); great-grandmother
of Alex, Madelyn, Rae, Maxwell and Marek; sister of Stella Gozdecki and also
predeceased by two sisters; survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral Services
commencing at the DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME, 2510 Union Rd.,
Cheektowaga, (Two blocks south of William St.) Saturday morning at 9 o'clock
and at Our Lady of Czestochowa at 9:30 AM. Interment in St. Matthew's
Cemetery. Family present Friday only 2-9.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

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.

Miller, Robert F.   
of Lackawanna, NY, February 20, 2005. Husband of the late Clare P. (Gannon)
Miller; father of Robert J. (Lorrie), Jeanne (James) Ring; June (Jeremiah)
Donovan and John P. (Wendy Leech) Miller. Brother of Sister Mary Carmel, OCD,
Gertrude (late Joseph) Pittman and the late Rev. Francis N. Miller, William J.
(Frances) Miller, Charles (Arlene) Miller, Marie Ambrose and Ruth Miller; also
survived by nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Visitation Friday
2-4 and 7-9 PM at THE NORMAN E. GANNON & SONS, INC. FUNERAL HOME, 1075 Ridge
Rd., Lackawanna (824-4000) where services will be held Saturday at 10 AM and
at Our Lady of Victory Basilica at 10:30 AM. Burial to follow at Holy Cross
Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Our Lady of Victory Infant Home and/or the
Carmelite Nuns.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

Molisse, Thomas   
February 22, 2005, beloved husband of the late Mary (Guarniere) Molisse;
devoted father of Anthony (Wilma) Molisse, Connie (Douglas) Giambrone and
Camille Cherven; brother of Phyllis Rogers, Carmella Campofelice and the late
Frank Molisse; also survived by two grandchildren. Friends may call Friday,
2-4 and 7-9 PM, at the (Amherst Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5200
Sheridan Dr. (at Hopkins), where funeral services will be held Saturday at 9
AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at St. Gregory the Great
Church at 9:30 AM. Flowers gratefully declined.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

Natwora, Florence M. (Phillips)   
February 22, 2005, beloved wife of the late Walter G. Natwora; loving mother
of Gerald, Judith (late William) Wartinger, Jane (James) Scanlon, Walter
(Marilyn), Richard and Joyce Natwora; sister of Dorothy Nichols; pre-deceased
by other brothers and sisters; also survived by 16 grandchildren; 24
great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Friends may call
Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM, at LOOMIS OFFERS & LOOMIS, INC. MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1820
Seneca St., where funeral will be held Friday, 1 PM. Mrs. Natwora was a member
of Mullen Manor and the Valley Community Assoc.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Neary, Michael J.   
February 22, 2005, dear son of Timothy and Mary Beth (Cantillon) Neary;
grandson of Dorothy Beecher of Syracuse and Betty Cantillon; nephew of Carol
Cantillon, Catherine (Michael) Lowther, Elizabeth Giovanozzi, Sarah, Jonathan,
Philip Neary; also survived by cousins. Family present to receive friends
Friday only 3-8 PM at PERNA-PELLEGRINO FUNERAL HOME, 1306 Hertel Ave. (near
Colvin Ave.). Relatives and friends are asked to assemble at St. Rose of Lima
Church (Parker and Parkside Ave.) where a celebration of Michael's life will
be held Saturday at 10:00 AM.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

Noonan, Muriel S. (Sullivan)   
February 3, 2005, wife of Donald J. Noonan; mother of Judith (Richard) Was,
Patricia (Ronald) Cumming, Barbara (Terry) Riley, Donna (Robert) Allen and
Hiram Peter Marin; survived by nine grandchildren and five
great-grandchildren; sister of Richard Sullivan, Theodore (late Joan) Sullivan
and the late Frederick (survived by Marjorie) Sullivan and late John (Mary)
Sullivan; sister-in-law of Thomas and Ruth Noonan and Jean Sullivan; also
survived by many nieces and nephews; dear friend of Edith Beatty. No prior
visitation. Memorial Services will be held Saturday at 1 PM at Hamburg
Presbyterian Church, 177 Main St., Hamburg. In lieu of flowers, memorial
contributions may be made to the Robinson Terrace, 28652 Harper St., Stanford,
NY 12167 or Catskill Area Hospice Palliative Care, 542 Main St., Oneonta, NY
13820. Arrangements by KENNETH HOWE FUNERAL HOME. getlogo,mc0540
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Nowicki, Jean V. "Jennie" (Klein)   
February 24, 2005; beloved wife of the late Edward L. Nowicki; dear mother of
Mae (late Edward) Olehnik, Robert (late Edith) and Richard (Geraldine)
Nowicki; survived by five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and eight
great-great-grandchildren; sister of Eleanor (late Fred) Ignasiak. Mass of
Christian Burial in St. John Gualbert Church, Saturday at 9:30 AM. Please
assemble at Church. Family present at The MATTHEW C. OKONIEWSKI FUNERAL HOME
INC., 1168 Walden Ave at Gualbert, Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. If desired memorials
may be made to Hospice.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/26/2005.

Nowinski, Jeanette   
Of Grand Island, NY, entered into rest February 23, 2005, devoted mother of
Kim (Tony) Delmonte; cherished grandmother of Keri (Shawn) Przybylak and Kati
Delmonte (Thomas Krol); loving daughter of the late Walter and Clara (nee
Jankowski) Nowinski; dear sister of Eugene, Walter, Joann Nowinski and
predeceased by two sisters; also survived by relatives and friends. Relatives
and friends may visit The LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (City Chapel), 102 Linwood
Ave. at Summer on Friday from 11 AM-1 PM where the funeral service will
immediately follow. Interment St. Stanislaus Cemetery.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Nugent, Margaret M. (Dejac)   
February 22, 2005, of Angola, NY, beloved wife of Jerry J. Nugent; dear mother
of Jerry J. Jr., Dolly (Darren) Covert, Tammy (Jack) McDonald, Margaret (John)
Dunlap and Grace (Kevin) Burley; grandmother of John Jr., Christine, Mandy,
Nick, Lyndsay, Missy, Robbie, Cortney, Laura, Kyle, Cameryn, Erin and Brooke;
sister of Shirley Bryant, Jack (Barb) DeJac, Grace (Mike) Brown and the late
Pat O'Dierno; survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call Thursday and
Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM, at the SCHIAVONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8434 N. Main St.,
Angola, NY, where prayers will be said Saturday at 8:45 AM. A Mass of
Christian Burial will be celebrated at Most Precious Church at 9:30 AM.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

Opal, Irene (Powell)   
February 22, 2005, wife of the late Stanley; mother of Ronald (Roslyn) and
Norman (Sheila) Opal; also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren,
nieces and nephews. Friends may call Friday 6-8 PM at the JOHN E. ROBERTS
FUNERAL HOME, (East Chapel), 1361 Hertel Ave., (near Colvin), where Funeral
Services will be held Saturday at 9 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial
at St. Margaret's Church, 1395 Hertel Ave., at 9:30 AM. Friends invited.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

Paige, Reverend Lewis E.   
February 19, 2005. Public visitation Thursday 11:00 AM-7:00 PM at Edison
Street Baptist Church, 28 Edison St. The family will receive friends Friday
from 10:00 AM-12:00 Noon, funeral following immediately at St. John Baptist
Church, 184 Goodell St. Arrangements BRIAN K. LEWIS FUNERAL HOMES.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Pathan, Dr. Mahaboob   
February 22, 2005, of Williamsville, NY; Traditional Muslim Services were held
Wednesday 1 o'clock PM at Masjid Al-Noor, 745 Heim Rd., Getzville.
Arrangements by BRIAN K. LEWIS FUNERAL HOME, 347 Peckham.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Pegg, Marian (Ebling)   
February 23, 2005 of Exmore, VA; loving wife of 48 years of the late Harold
'Mike' Pegg; loving mother of Michael Scott (Paula) Pegg; grandmother of
Melissa Dawn (Charles) Thomas and Scott Michael (Susan) Pegg;
great-grandmother of Jonathan and Ashley Thomas. In lieu of flowers, donations
may be made to Northampton Free Library Building Fund in memory of Marian E.
Pegg, P.O. Box 661, Nassawadox, VA 23413. Services private. Memory tributes
may be sent to the family www.doughtyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by DOUGHTY
FUNERAL HOME, Exmore, VA
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Peluso, Victor J.   
Of Buffalo, NY, February 23, 2005, beloved husband of Carrie (nee Falletta)
Peluso; father of Lillian (Phillipe) Croise, Carol (Charles J.) Bonda and
Victor (Anna Marie) Peluso; also survived by eight grandchildren and two
great-grandchildren; brother of Richard Peluso and the late Maryann Potter,
Salvatore, Frank and Charles Peluso. Friends received Friday from 5-8 PM at
the GRECO FUNERAL HOME INC., 2909 Elmwood Ave., (near Sheridan Dr.), where
Funeral Services will be held Saturday morning at 8:45 and in St. Paul's RC
Church at 9:15. Interment Mount Calvary Cemetery. Mr. Peluso was a veteran of
WW-II.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

Piccolo, William J.   
February 23, 2005; Age 84 of Twinsburg, OH; beloved husband for 59 years of
Mary (nee Laudico); dear father of Dorothy (Dan) Meyers, Patty (Jim) Farrell
and Bill (Grace) Piccolo; grandfather of nine grandchildren and one
great-grandchild; brother of Joseph (Lenice) Piccolo and the late James and
Sam Piccolo. William Piccolo was a 1945 Graduate of Canisius College in
Buffalo, NY and retired from Ford Motor Company after 32 years. He also played
football for three years for the New York Giants of the NFL. Family will be
present to receive friends at the (Amherst Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC.,
5200 Sheridan Dr. (corner Hopkins) on Friday from 6-9 PM, where prayers will
be said Saturday at 8:45 AM and from St. Benedict Church at 9:30 AM. In lieu
of flowers, contributions may be made to Robinson Memorial Hospital Hospice,
6847 North Chestnut St., Ravenna, OH 44266. Online guest register book at
www.Amigone.com
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

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.

Priest II, James W.   
of Waynesville, NC, formerly of Forestville and North Collins, NY. Suddenly,
February 20, 2005 at the age of 39. Beloved husband of Monica; father of
Paige; dearest son of James and Roxanne Priest, Sr, and the late Barbara
Priest. Dearest brother of Kimberly and David Priest. Beloved Son-in-law of
Marjorie Gonzalez Also survived by many relatives and friends. Memorial
Services Saturday February 26 at 2 PM from the WENTLAND FUNERAL HOME, 10634
Main Street (Rte 62) North Collins, NY.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

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.

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.

Sandy, John W.   
February 23, 2005, beloved husband of Evelyn (nee Schmitt) Sandy; dear brother
of the late Glen (late Carrie) Sandy, Ada (late Carleton) Masepohl and Lucille
(late Richard) Simions; brother-in-law of Richard (Grace) Schmitt and the late
Marshall (Midred) and Donald (Mildred) Schmitt; also survived by nieces,
nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews. No
prior visitation. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday at the
Urban-AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, 3645 Genesee St. (two blocks east of Union Rd.) at
11 AM. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. John was a WWII veteran
and a member of the Cheektowaga Senior Citizens. Online register book at
www.Amigone.com
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

Schubauer, Harold C.   
Of Lockport, NY, February 22, 2005, Beloved husband of 56 years of Mary
Margaret (nee Ostermeier); dearest father of Anna Louise (Christopher)
Wozniak, Christine MacGregor, Anthony (Linda), Edward (Rosanne) and Mary Beth
(Karen); grandfather of Patrick and Jennifer Wozniak, Edward, Taylor, Amber,
Karl and Kathryn Schubauer and Zackary Kinsman; brother of Charles (Jane),
Frank, Leo, Joe (Carol) and the late Magdalene Freund-Gerber, late Rita Haenel
and the late Rose (Charles) Gerber; also survived by nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends may call Friday from 3-8 PM at the URBAN BROTHERS
FUNERAL HOME INC., 6685 Transit Rd., East Amherst, NY. Mass of Christian
Burial Saturday morning at 9 AM from St. Leo The Great Church (Please assemble
at Church). Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials to St. Leo's Church.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

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.

Smith, Gertrude H. (White)   
February 22, 2005, age 79, wife of the late Edward A.; mother of Michael
(Kathleen), Timothy (Janet), Gary (Jean), Cynthia Smith, Lisa (Thomas)
Debbins; grandmother of 12; great-grandmother of three. Family will receive
friends Thursday 7-9 PM and Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Lancaster-Depew
Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 6050 Transit Rd. A Mass of Christian Burial
will be celebrated Saturday, 9 AM, at Sacred Heart Church, 5337 Genesee St.,
Bowmansville. (Please assemble at church). On-line register book at
www.Amigone.com.
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

Staley, Willie Mae   
February 18, 2005. Family will receive friends Friday 11 AM at H. ALFRED LEWIS
MORTUARY, INC., 968 Jefferson Ave., where Funeral Service will follow at noon.
Interment in St. Matthews Cemetery.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Vari Sr., Richard J.   
Of Hamburg, NY February 23, 2005, beloved husband of Marilyn J. Bigelow and
the late Judy D. (nee Schott) Vari; also survived by three children, seven
step-children, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother of Joan
(Phil) Esposito and the late Frank (Dorothy) Vari. Family and friends are
invited to attend a Memorial Wake Service Friday from 4-8 PM at the (Hamburg
Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5453 Southwestern Blvd. (corner
Rogers Rd., 646-5555). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday
morning at 11:30 at St. Bernadette's Church (please assemble at church).
Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to Hospice
Buffalo Inc.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Veneziale, Rachel M.   
February 23, 2005. Age 88. Wife of the late Sam; sister of the late Concetta
Piscopo, the late Louis Agnese and the late Anna Palladino; loving aunt of
Joseph (Diane) Piscopo, Ginger (John) Bombolino, Vincent (Lois) Palladino,
William Palladino, Albert (Linda) Agnese, and the late Tina Vacca; great-aunt
to ten; great-great aunt to eleven. Services were held in Farmingdale, Long
Island at the Long Island National Cemetery. Arrangements made by AMIGONE
FUNERAL HOME INC. Online register book at www.Amigone.com
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Vincent, Dorothy T.   
(nee Dychowski) February 23, 2005, beloved wife of the late Harold L. Vincent;
dear mother of Geraldine (William) Bateman; grandmother of Melissa (Joseph)
Barabasz, Michael (Heather), Nicholas Bateman and Liza Bateman; aunt of Mary
Jane Culkowski, Gloria Thompson and Beverly Patton. The family will receive
friends at the C. MERTZ & SON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 911 Englewood Ave., Friday
from 7-9 PM, where funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 AM and a Mass
of Christian Burial at St. Amelia's Church at 11:30 AM.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Walczak, Lorraine R.   
December 8, 2004, in Norfolk VA. Formerly of Cheektowaga, NY. Daughter of the
late Frank and Emily Walczak. Dear sister of Dorothy (Walter) Nowinski and
Roger (Marion) Walczak and the late Eleanor (late Byron) Belknap and Paul
Walczak. Niece of Emily Walczak. Also survived by seven nieces and nephews and
many cousins, with special recognition to Cousins Frank and Joseph Swientek,
who supported her and helped care for her in Norfolk, VA, for 20 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service Saturday,
February 26, 2005, at 1 PM from the SIECK & MAST FUNERAL HOME, 250 Orchard
Park Rd, W. Seneca (825-5205). Memorials may be made to DePaul Hospital,
Norfolk, VA, or the Erie County SPCA in memory of Spunky, her dog and
companion. Interment in Mt. Calvary Cemetery
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Warren, Carmen V. (Cirigliano)   
February 19, 2005, dear wife of the late John R. Warren; loving mother of
Jo-Ann (Donald) Gay and Gary (Nancy) Vickers; step-mother of David (Sharon)
Warren; grandmother of Gregory (Patricia) Gay, Douglas Ganey and Bradley
(Laurie) Gay; great-grandmother of Lauren, Juliet, Emily, Rachel and Sofia;
sister of Elmer Cirigliano; survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call
Thursday 7-9 PM at the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 2480 Kensington Ave., where
services will be held Friday at 9 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial
at St. Benedict's Church at 9:30.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.


Weber, Julie A. (Sage)
Of Tonawanda, NY; Age 56; entered into rest February 20, 2005. A memorial
service will be held Saturday (February 26, 2005) at 4:00 PM at the Chapel,
895 North Forest Rd., Williamsville, NY. 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. On line
guestbook available by visiting www.Buffalo.com click on 'Deaths' link.
Published in the Buffalo News on 2/24/2005.

Westphall, Ruth M. (Mohr)   
February 22, 2005; of Cheektowaga, NY; wife of the late Edwin; sister of the
late Dorothy (late William) Krenz; also survived by nieces and nephews.
Funeral services Saturday at 11 AM from the SIECK & MAST FUNERAL HOME, 4614
Main St., Snyder, 839-5990 (same location as Schlager Funeral Home). Relatives
and friends are invited to attend. Family will be present Thursday 7-9 PM and
Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Memorials may be made to St. Luke's Church Building
Fund. Interment in Acacia Park Cemetery
Published in the Buffalo News from 2/24/2005 - 2/25/2005.

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.
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