OBITS: The Buffalo News Death Notices 23 Jan 2005; Buffalo, Erie co., New York

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Andres Sr., James M.   
January 20, 2005 of North Tonawanda, NY. Dear father of Mrs. David (Nicole)
Bors and Kevin M. Andres both of North Tonawanda and James M. Andres Jr. of
Lake Wales, FL; grandfather of Victoria Andres; brother of Robert (Carrol)
Andres of Cheektowaga, NY and Gary (Ida) Andres of the Town of Tonawanda; also
survived by a nephew Mark Andres. Friends may call at the FRETTHOLD FUNERAL
HOME INC., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd., North Tonawanda Monday from 2-4 and
7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home Tuesday at 10:00 AM.
The Rev. Alice McDermott will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be
made to Salem United Church of Christ. Mr. Andres was an Army Veteran during
the Korean War and was a machinist at Strippit-Houdaille in Akron for 35
years.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Baker, Esther M. Bamberg   
January 17, 2005, age 97, of Cheektowaga, NY, beloved wife of the late
Clarence J. 'Clem' Baker; loving mother of Ronald (Shirley) Baker; beloved
grandmother of Wendy (Paul) McMenamin, Lynne, Kimberly (David) Chatwood and
Sharon (Michael) Bolognese; great-grandmother of Daniel and Ryan McMenamin,
Hailey and Bryce Bolognese; sister of the late Mildred (late Howard) Warnica,
late Earl (Ann) Bamberg and Roy Bamberg; also survived by nieces and nephews.
Family will receive friends at the CARLTON A. ULLRICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 855
Englewood Ave., Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where Funeral Service will be held
Monday at 11 AM. Interment private. Flowers gratefully declined.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Bencini, Giovanna "Sonia"   
(nee Lucchesi) January 21, 2005; wife of the late Sergio P. Bencini; mother of
Morris (Michelle), Robert (Rita), Richard (Lisa) and Michael (Teresa) Bencini;
grandmother of Alexander, Danielle, Marissa, Isabella, Gianna and Christopher
Bencini. The family will be present to receive friends Sunday only from 5-8 at
the PERNA-PELLEGRINO FUNERAL HOME INC., 1671 Maple Rd., Williamsville (between
Hopkins and Youngs Rds.) where funeral services will be held Monday at 8:45
AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from St. Gregory the Great
Church at 9:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Sonia's memory may be
made to Roswell Park Cancer Institute.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Benson, Arthur   
Of Springville, NY, January 21, 2005; husband of the late Marie D. Benson (nee
Chute); father of Marie Benson (Michael) Pitillo, Arthur Benson, Robert
Benson, Michael (Amy) Benson, Colleen Benson, Kathleen (Duffy) Smithers,
Clatus Benson and Michael Matala; also survived by 16 grandchildren; brother
of Michael P. (Lynda) Davis. Friends may call Monday and Tuesday from 2-4 and
7-9 PM at the SMITH-WEISMANTEL FUNERAL HOME INC., 271 E. Main St.,
Springville, NY, where a prayers service will be held Wednesday morning at
10:30 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial from St. Aloysius Church,
Springville at 11:00 AM. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Sisters of
Mercy, 625 Abbott Rd., Buffalo, NY 14220.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/25/2005.

Bonitatibus, Filomena M. "Phyllis"   
(nee DiMichele) December 22, 2004 in Chandler, AZ; formerly of Angola, NY;
beloved wife of Pasquale F.; dear mother of Carmella (Dane) Gallivan, Mary
Jane (Michael) Waldorf, Susan Ann (Michelle), Carmel (Diane) and Dominic
(Wendy) Bonitatibus; grandmother of 14 grandchildren and three
great-grandchildren; sister of Marie (late James) Ross, Caroline (Gene)
Strianese and Rosalie (late Leonard) Campobello; also survived by several
nieces and nephews. A memorial mass will be held on Saturday, January 29, 2005
at 9:00 AM at Most Precious Blood Church, 23 Prospect St., Angola, NY.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Booke, Shirley   
January 21, 2005, dear mother of Linda (Leonard) Cohen and Alex Booke of
Rochester; sister of the late Benjamin (Goldie) Cohen; grandmother of Nathan
(Linda) Cohen, Sylvia (Mark McGranahan) Cohen, Debbie (Steven) Stern, Harry
(Abby) Cohen, Bradley (Paula) Booke and Daniel Booke; also survived by 11
great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held Monday 1 PM from MESNEKOFF
FUNERAL HOME, 8630 Transit Rd., East Amherst (one mile north of Maple just
past Klein Rd.). Memorials may be made to Jewish Family Service, 70 Barker
St., Buffalo 14209. A period of mourning will be observed at her daughter's
residence Monday afternoon through Wednesday evening. Flowers are gratefully
declined. For online tributes go to www.mesnekoff.com getlogo,me0441
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/24/2005.

Cunningham, Beverlyann (Male)   
January 22, 2005 of East Aurora, NY; husband of Donald A.; beloved mother of
Bethann (Scott) Schrader; grandmother of Ian Schrader; sister of Gerald (Joan)
Male, Audrey Weber, Jeanine Stender and the late James (survived by Diana)
Male; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends on
Monday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM at the WOOD FUNERAL HOME, 784 Main Street, East
Aurora. Mass of Christian Burial from St. Vincent dePaul R.C. Church, 6441
Seneca Street, Springbrook on Tuesday at 10 AM (please assemble at Church).
Private interment. Flowers gratefully declined.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/24/2005.

Czerw, Arthur   
Of Lackawanna N.Y., January 19, 2005. Son of the late Joseph (late Mary)
Czerw; brother of Leona (late Henry) Rogacki and the late Lawrence, Joseph and
Walter (Helen) Czerw; also survived by nephew, Ronald Rogacki and niece, late
Sharon (David) Antonik. Funeral from the JOS. M. LITWIN FUNERAL HOME, 1629
Electric Ave., Monday at 9:15 and at St. Michael the Archangel Church at 9:30.
Friends invited. Family present Saturday and Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mr.
Czerw was a member of the Matthew Glab Post #1477.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/21/2005 - 1/23/2005.

DeVault, Sister Esther   
Of Stella Niagara, NY, January 22, 2005; sister of Gladys Case and the late
Ethel McClory, Edna DeVault and Walter DeVault; aunt of Father Bernard McClory
and other nieces. Friends may call after 2 PM on Monday and Tuesday at Stella
Niagara, 4421 Lower River Rd. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at
5:00 PM Tuesday in the Sister's Chapel at Stella Niagara. Memorials may be
made to the Stalla Niagara Health Center, 4421 Lower River Rd., Stella
Niagara, NY. Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/24/2005.

Dunne, Nancy J.   
January 20, 2005, wife of the late James J. Dunne; mother of James T. (Mary
Catherine) Dunne; grandmother of Michael Dunne. The family will be present at
the JOHN E. ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME (West Chapel), 1357 Hertel Ave. (near Colvin)
Monday at 1:00 PM followed by a Memorial Service at 2:00 PM. Friends invited.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Eberth, Raymond   
Of Lancaster, NY, January 19, 2004, beloved husband of the late Theresa
Eberth; predeceased by brothers and sisters; uncle of Shirley (the late
Harold) Strasser; also other nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, one
great-great-niece and one great-great-great-niece. Funeral Services were held
at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by WENDEL & LOECHER.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Friedman, Irma (Rumizen)   
A prominent resident of Tuscon, Arizona; passed away on Thursday, January 12,
2005 at the age of 85. Formerly of Buffalo, NY. Surviving is her husband of 59
years, Bernard Friedman; her daughter Diane Siegfried (Dr. George) of
Anchorage, Alaska, sons Jeffrey of California, Steven (Vicki) stationed in
Iraq; grandson Christopher Linn of Colorado and her brother Arthur (Marlyn)
Rumizen. Services were held on January 17 in Tuscon, AZ.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Grace, Lorraine E.   
Of Lockport, entered into rest Friday, January 21, 2005, predeceased by her
husband, John 'Jack' Grace; beloved mother of John Michael (Sharon) Grace of
Indiana; cherished grandmother of Michael (Angela) Grace, Timothy (Heather)
Grace, Michelle (Henk) van Duijnhoven and Jeffery (Sheryl) Grace;
great-grandmother of Sean, Katie, Callie, Michael and Megan Grace, Emma, Niels
and Margot van Duijnhoven and Thomas Grace; predeceased by brother, William
Hamilton and sisters, May Colby and Ruth Mulvey; also survived by several
nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the TAYLOR & REYNOLDS FUNERAL HOME,
corner of Transit and Niagara Sts., Lockport from 2-4 and 7-9 on Monday and
2-4 and 7-9 Tuesday where the Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM
Wednesday, January 26, 2005. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at St.
Patrick's Church at 11:30 AM. Interment in Cold Springs Cemetery. Memorials to
Sister Mary Loretto's Soup Kitchen in care of The Salvation Army would be
appreciated by the family.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/24/2005.

Granville, Ann Marie   
(nee Smereka) Of East Amherst, NY, entered into rest January 21, 2005, beloved
wife of Thomas G. Granville; devoted mother of Thomas (Stefanie) Granville,
Ann Marie (John) Brinker, Elizabeth (Michael) Clough and Suzanne (Mark)
Blokzyl; cherished grandmother of Andrew, Jonathan, Matthew, Emma, Mary
Elizabeth, Erin, Michael James, Andrew and Ryan; loving daughter of the late
Michael and Ann (nee Bognar) Smereka; dear sister of Elizabeth (Michael) Grys
and Margaret (Ted) Skelton; 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 Sunday from 2-8 PM. Friends
and family will gather for prayers at the Funeral Home on Monday morning at
9:45 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:45 AM at St.
Gregory the Great Church. Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made to St. Gregory the Great Church, 100 St. Gregory Ct.,
Amherst in Mrs. Granville's name. getlogo,lo0240
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Haima Sr., Brian A.   
Age 38; January 21, 2005 of Baldwinsville, NY; formerly of Hamburg, NY;
beloved husband of Mendy (nee Gosser); dear father of Brian A. Jr. and Alex W.
Haima and the late Nicole K. Haima, who died in 1991; son of Earl L. and
Margaret J. Haima of Hamburg, NY; brother of Lorraine K. Belotte and Lynette
S. Boller, both of Buffalo and Scott A. of Hamburg, NY. Services Tuesday 10:00
AM at the Word of Life Assembly of God Church, 12 E. Oneida St.,
Baldwinsville, NY. Burial in Riverview Cemetery, Baldwinsville. Visitation
Monday 4-9 PM at the church. Mr. Haima was an Evangelist for Real Teens Inc.
and a former Associate Pastor with the Word of Life Assembly of God Church. In
lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to his wife and children in C/O
Word of Life Assembly of God Church, 12 E. Oneida St., Baldwinsville, NY
13027. Arrangements GATES FUNERAL HOME INC., Baldwinsville, NY ( (315)
635-5521)
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Hannel, Earle Y.   
January 20, 2005; beloved husband of Mae W. (nee Greene); dear father of Jed
H. (Christa B.) Hannel, Jody E. Hannel and E. Todd (Patricia) Hannel;
grandfather of six grandchildren; brother of Henry K. Hannel. A Memorial
Service will be held Saturday, February 12 from The Church of the Advent, 54
Delaware Rd., Kenmore, NY at 2:00 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired
contributions may be made in Earle's memory to Sister's Hospital Foundation,
Holy Angels Academy or St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation. On line register at
www.Amigone.com
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Hartloff, Mary A. (Johnson)   
Of Hamburg, NY, January 21, 2005; wife of Norman G. Hartloff; mother of
Benjamin (Darlene), Norman K. (Anna), Mary Courtney and Barbara Hartloff; also
survived by four grandchildren. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of
Christian Burial at SS Peter and Paul Church, Tuesday at 12 noon. Visitation
at the DONALD M. DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME INC., 21 Pierce Ave., Hamburg, Sunday
7-9 PM and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/24/2005.

Haslam, Sterling T.   
January 22, 2005, of Grand Island, husband of Ingeborg Haslam; brother of
Warren Haslam; son of the late Alfonzo and Edith Haslam. Friends may call
Monday and Tuesday 3-5 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd.,
Grand Island where Funeral Services will be held Wednesday at 11 AM. Flowers
gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church,
Grand Island.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/25/2005.

Hayes, Francis E.   
Of Hamburg, NY, in Naples, FL, January 20, 2005; beloved husband of Bridget
Agnes (nee Moran); loving father of Kevin (Deborah), Kathleen and the late
Karen Hayes; brother of Mary (Edward) Meegan, Patricia (Fred) Muraco, Doris
(Stephen) Zatlukal, Carolyn (James) Hessinger, Dorothy King, Vincent
(Barbara), Donald (Janet) and the late Dennis (Adele) and Cecil (Margel
Marian) Hayes; grandfather of Christopher and Kelly Hayes. Friends are invited
to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at SS Peter and Paul Church, Tuesday at
10:00 AM. Visitation at the DONALD M. DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME INC., 21 Pierce
Ave., Hamburg, Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials
may be made to SS Peter and Paul Church Building Fund, 66 East Main St.,
Hamburg.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Hein, Thomas F.   
Age 52, of North Tonawanda, unexpectedly, January 19, 2005; husband of 22
years of Deborah (nee Schmeichel) Hein; father of Matthew, Andrew and Sarah
Hein; son of Gladys B. (nee Wrege) Hein and the late Frederick W. Hein and
brother of Diane Bader and Pamela Eisenhauer; also survived by aunts, uncles,
nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive relatives and friends on
Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 25 William St.
(between Morgan & Broad Sts.) in the City of Tonawanda. A Memorial Service
will be held at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 875 Eggert Dr. in North
Tonawanda, Monday at 2 PM. Friends invited. In lieu of flowers, memorials may
be made to St. Matthew Lutheran Church or to the Heart Assn. of WNY.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Held, Dolores M. (Such)   
Of Lackawanna, NY, January 22, 2005, beloved wife of the late Joseph F. Held;
loving mother of Douglas (Lynda) and the late Joseph J. Held; dear grandmother
of Christopher, Nicholas, Alyssa, James and Matthew; sister of Esther (late
Teddy) Koren, Gerald Such and the late Matthew (Kathy) Such; also survived by
nieces, nephews and other loving family members. Family will be present to
receive friends Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Blasdell/Lackawanna Chapel)
JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3450 South Park Ave. where prayers will be
said Wednesday morning at 8:15 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Our
Lady of the Sacred Heart Church at 9:00. Interment will follow in Hillcrest
Cemetery. Friends invited.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/24/2005.

Hibner, Emily E. (Majewicz)   
Age 89, January 2, 2005 of Gilette, Wyoming, formerly of West Seneca, NY.
beloved wife of the late Raymond Hibner; dearest mother of Emily M. (Robert)
Mentley of Gilette, Wyoming and Stanley F. Bett; sister of Alice Zamborowski;
daughter of the late Michael and Frances (Makowska) Majewicz; also survived by
four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; predeceased by many brothers
and sisters. No prior visitation. Private funeral services where held by the
family. Arrangements by HOY FUNERAL HOME INC.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Higgins, Shirley (Cancilla)   
January 21, 2005, beloved wife of Thomas F. Higgins (Retired Sheriff of Erie
County); dearest mother of Timothy Joseph, Daniel Thomas (Julie) and Thomas
Fitzgerald (Kelly) Higgins; loving grandmother of Kevin J., Margaret Mary,
Leah, Benjamin, Quinn, Emma, Fiona and Thomas, Jr.; dearest daughter of
Katherine Cancilla and the late Joseph Cancilla; mother-in-law of Annmarie
Higgins. Friend may call Sunday and Monday 2-4, 7-9 PM at the REDDINGTON
FUNERAL HOME, 657 Abbott Rd. (corner Red Jacket Pkwy.) where services will be
held Tuesday at 9 AM and at St. Thomas Aquinas Church at 9:30 AM. Friends are
invited. Flowers are gratefully declined.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/24/2005.

Holtz, Mary A. (Maher)   
January 22, 2005, of Cheektowaga, NY, beloved wife of the late Benedict T.
Holtz; beloved mother of Rev. James Holtz, Mary, Patricia, Peter Holtz,
Kathleen (Henry) Hannel, Joseph Holtz, Dorothy (Edward) Cott, Ann Marie
(James) Eckel, late Margaret Mary 'Peggy', late Joann Holtz; dear grandmother
of Jessica, Matthew, Meghan, Christopher, Benjamin and Emily; sister of
Catherine (late William) Coughlin, late William (late Elizabeth), late Peter
(late Agnes) Maher, late Virginia (late Eugene) Gebhard; also survived by
nieces and nephews. Funeral service from the BARRON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME INC.,
3025 William St., near Union Rd, Cheektowaga, Tuesday at 9:15 AM and in St.
Philip the Apostle Church at 10 AM. Interment Our Lady Help of Christians
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hospice Buffalo, Inc.
Mrs. Holtz was a 55 year life member of the Private Leonard Post Auxiliary VFW
and a member St. Philip's Seniors Association. Family present Monday 2-4 and
7-9.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/24/2005.

Hough, James M. "Hoffa"   
January 21, 2005; beloved husband of Agnes 'Aggie'; dear father of Cherrl
(Terry) Boone; grandfather of Sean and Rheanne; brother of Mina (Dick) Potts.
Friends may call at the JAMES E. GRACE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 335 Ontario St.,
Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM and Monday 9 AM - 11 AM. Funeral immediately following.
Jim 'Hoffa' was a retiree of GM and volunteered at ECMC for 17 years. Flowers
gratefully declined.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Jerge, Roger E.   
Of Lockport, NY, January 14, 2005; husband of Janet Carter Jerge; father of
Paul (Terri) of Buffalo, Carol Jerge of LeRoy and David of C.A.; grandfather
of four grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, January
26, 2005 at 11:00 AM from the Emmanuel United MEthodist Church, 75 East Ave.,
Lockport. Interment in Hartland Central Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the
Emmanuel United Methodist Church or Niagara Hospice Inc. Arrangements by the
LANGE FUNERAL HOME, INC.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Jindra, Norma E. (Ambellan)   
January 22, 2005, of Lackawanna, NY, beloved wife of Thomas R. Jindra; dear
mother of Michelle (James) Wesner, Lynn (John) Katchmar and Christopher (Jerri
Ann) Jindra; sister of Robert (Irene) Ambellan, Marilyn (Vincent) Cumbo and
the late George (Rita) Ambellan; also survived by 10 grandchildren and
numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services Tuesday at 1:00 PM from the
SIECK AND MAST FUNERAL HOME, 250 Orchard Park Rd., West Seneca, 825-5205.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Family will be present Monday 2-4
and 7-9 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Salem Lutheran
Church, 10 McClellan Circle, Buffalo, NY 14220. Interment in Lakeside
Cemetery, Hamburg, NY.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/24/2005.

Jurynec, Irene M. (Wanser)   
January 21, 2005, wife of the late Stephen Jurynec; mother of Suzanne Lewis;
sister of June Judd; aunt of William (Janis) Judd, John (Diane) Judd, Lori
(Thomas) Sherrod, Christine Judd, Jerry (Ann) Judd, David (Jennifer) and Sarah
Judd; also survived by great-nieces and nephews. Friends may call Tuesday 12
Noon-2 PM at LOOMIS OFFERS & LOOMIS INC., Memorial Chapel, 1820 Seneca St.,
where Funeral will follow immediately after visitation. Mrs. Jurynec was a
member of St. Matthews Episcopal Church. Memorials may be made to the Church.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/24/2005.

Kaleta, Thaddeus H.   
Of Hamburg, NY, January 20, 2005, husband of Arlene (nee Lehman);
brother-in-law of Gerald (Judy) Lehman; also survived by nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the DONALD M. DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME INC., 21 Pierce Ave.,
Hamburg, Sunday 5-9 PM. Funeral services private. Flowers gratefully declined.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Kauffman, Helen A. (Grant)   
January 21, 2005, of West Seneca, NY, beloved wife of the late Albert
Kaufmann; sister of the late Marie Schwan; sister-in-law of Margaret (late
Frank) Stonitsch; dearest aunt of Michael (Patricia), Frank (Robin) Stonitsch
and Helen Hill; great-aunt of David, Karen (Jeffrey) Federico, Cory, Kristen
and Lucas Stonitsch. Family will be present Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 at the HOY
FUNERAL HOME NIC., where prayers will be said Monday morning at 8:30 AM
followed by a Mass of Christian Burial from Fourteen Holy Helpers at 9:00 AM.
Friends invited. Helen was a past president of the Fourteen Holy Helpers
Ladies Sodality.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Kiser, LeRoy J.   
January 21, 2005, of Kenmore, N.Y., Beloved husband of Katherine 'Kay' Kiser;
father of Sheila (Hubert) McCrossen of A.Z., Sharon (Robert) Sheldon, Eileen
(Michael) Biosi of N.V. and Thomas Ford; also survived by 12 grandchildren and
seven great-grandchildren. Friends may call Monday 2-4 and 7-9 at the LESTER
H. WEDEKINDT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3290 Delaware Ave. Friends are invited to
attend a celebration of life in the Church of the Advent, 54 Delaware Rd.,
Kenmore, 14217, Tuesday afternoon at 2:30. Flowers gratefully delined.
Memorials may be made to the Hospice Foundation or the Church of the Advent.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Kociencki, Edna R.   
January 16, 2005; beloved wife of the late Roman; dear mother of Sien
(Patrick) Pastwick, Renee (Jack) Flesher, James (Deborah), and Dennis (Lori);
dear grandmother of Andrew, Jason, Keith, Robert, Tara, Theresa, John, and
Evan; great-grandmother of Tyler; sister of Margaret (Ron) Kamronski and the
late Elizabeth (late Joseph) Kurzdorfer; also survived by several nieces and
nephews; dear friend of Doreen Binkowski, Ingrid Fields, Deborah
Hall-Kociencki and Ann Maleskias. No visitation. The family will hold private
services at a later date. Her remains were donated to the University of
Buffalo, Department of Science.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/21/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Kopera, Ruth R. (Orlowski)   
Of West Seneca, NY, passed peacefully on January 21, 2005, beloved wife of
Edmund J. Kopera for 60 years; dearest mother of Susan (Dr. Raymond) Malamet
of Frederick, MD and Mark Kopera of Glastonbury, CT; fond grandmother of
Christopher, Peter, Andrew, Matthew and Melissa; sister of Edward (Dolores),
Daniel (Marie) Orlowski and the late Eleanor (late Stanley) Linkowski. Friends
and relatives may call Sunday 2-7 PM at the PAUL A. KLOC BLOSSOM CHAPELS INC.,
4680 Clinton St (corner Borden Rd.) West Seneca (668-5666) where funeral
services will follow visitation. Sentiment may be expressed through a
contribution to the SPCA in memory of Ruth R. Kopera.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Kosowski, Michael S.   
Of Blasdell, NY, suddenly, January 20, 2005, beloved husband of 57 years of
Anna M. (nee Biniszkiewicz) Kosowski; loving father of Linda (Ed) Cronin;
dearest grandfather of David and Jason Bell and the late Brian Bell; son of
the late Peter and Frances (nee Sanak) Kosowski; brother of Helen (late
William) Katra and the late Bertha and Henry (Helen) Kosowski; brother-in-law
of Patricia (Stanley) Motyka and Rev. Msgr. Leonard Biniszkiewicz. Family will
be present to receive friends Sunday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM, at the,
(Blasdell/Lackawanna Chapel), JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3450 South
Park Ave. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday morning at 9:30
at Our Mother of Good Counsel Church, (please assemble at church). Friends
invited.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Kwiatkowski, Marie (Malone)   
January 21, 2005, wife of the late Frank J. Kwiatkowski; mother of Frank
(Marsha), Anna Perini, John (Laura), Mary Louise Molenda, Elizabeth (William)
Tross and the late Joseph and Teresa Kwiatkowski; grandmother of 10
grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Friends may call Sunday 2-4 and
7-9 PM at the DENGLER FUNERAL HOME, 2070 Eggert Rd., Amherst, where prayers
will be offered Monday morning at 9:30 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial
at St. Benedict's Church at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions
may be made to Caring Connection Adult Day Care Center, 330 Windsor Ave.,
Windsor, CT 06095. Mrs. Kwiatkowski was a Life Member of the St. Benedict's
Rosary & Altar Society. getlogo,mc0540
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Liakeas, John   
January 21, 2005, beloved son of the late Louis and Evododaxis Liakeas; dear
brother of the late William Liakeas and Mary Condrell; brother-in-law of
Gertrude Liakeas and Nick Condrell; also survived by special nieces and
nephews. Friends may call Monday from 9-10 AM at the (Tonawanda Chapel)
AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC. 2600 Sheridan Drive (at Parker Blvd.) where Funeral
Services will follow at 10 AM. Online register book at www.Amigone.com
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Lopus, Walter E.   
January 20, 2005, of Orchard Park, NY, beloved husband of Anne S. (Shanahan)
Lopus; dearest father of Walter E. (Jennifer) Lopus Jr. of Scottsdale, AZ,
Peter J. (Millie) Lopus of Orchard Park, Mary E. (Phil) Evans of St. Louis,
MO, and Mark T. Lopus of Bangkok, Thailand; brother of Paul Lopus of Florida,
Joe Lopuszynski of Florida, Tom Lopuszynski of Ohio, Marion Holliday of
Rochester, NY; predeceased by other brothers and sisters; loving grandfather
of Chelsea, Whitney, Matthew, Haley, Andrew and Emma Lopus, Ganon and Brady
Evans; son-in-law of Mary E. and the late James 'Spike' Shanahan. Relatives
and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass from Nativity of Our Lord
Church, South Buffalo St. and Thorn Ave., Orchard Park, Saturday, January 29
at 11 AM. Memorials may be made to the Hospice Foundation. Interment Arlington
National Cemetery. Arrangements by JOSEPH K. QUINN FUNERAL HOME.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/27/2005.

Loughry, Margaret C. (Ferrick)   
Of Buffalo, NY, entered into rest January 22, 2005, beloved mother of Ronald
M. (Lorna) Loughry; cherished grandmother of Todd and Kim (Roger) Walters;
fond great-grandmother of Brittany, Sean and Summer Ann; loving daughter of
the late Richard F. and Bertha Mae (nee Helton) Ferrick; dear sister of the
late Herbert M. Nalls, Jr.; also survived by relatives and friends. Relatives
and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Northtowns Chapel), 885
Niagara Falls Blvd. near Eggert/Sheridan Dr. on Monday from 6-8 PM where
Funeral Services will immediately follow. Interment Elmlawn Cemetery. 
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Mangus, Carmela (Miceli)   
January 9, 2005. Wife of the late Frank Arrigo and Charles Mangus; beloved
mother of Felicia Krause; dear step mother of Lena McFall and the late Marie
(late Joseph) Barba; survived by six grandchildren and nine
great-grandchildren; sister of the late Anthony (late Mary) Miceli, Joachim
(late Mary) Miceli, Maryann (late Frank) Panzarella; survived by many nieces
and nephews. No prior visitation. Relatives and friends are invited to attend
a Memorial Mass from Holy Angels Church on Saturday, January 29th at 10 AM.
Arrangements by JOSEPH SPANO & SONS FUNERAL HOME, INC.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Mayback, Joann (Baker)   
January 18, 2005, dearest mother of Elaine (Kim) Koehler of Boca Raton, FL.
and George M. (Laurie) Neenos of E. Amherst, NY, grandmother of Tara (James)
Jamieson, Chandra Koehler, Chantel and Nicolette Neenos; loving companion of
John Tiebor. The family will be present on Saturday from 7-9 PM and Sunday
from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Harris Hill Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC.,
8440 Main St., where funeral services will be held on Monday at 11:00 AM.
Friends invited. On line register at www.Amigone.com
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Mele, Salvatore J. "Sam"   
January 19, 2005, beloved husband of Maureen (Boland) Mele; dear father of
Salvatore Jr., Lisa Woltz, Scott Mele; grandfather of Michelle and Jacob;
brother of Carmela (Casper) LoBuglio and Santa (Alfred) Scime; predeceased by
brothers Julio, Vincent and Anthony Mele; brother-in-law of Joan Mele; also
survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call Saturday 3-8 PM and Sunday
2-4 and 7-9 PM at the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 2480 Kensington Ave., where
services will be held Monday at 9 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at
Christ the King Church at 9:30 AM. Flowers declined.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Menge, Harold O.   
January 21, 2005, of Cheektowaga, NY, Beloved husband of Marian (nee Rofe);
loving father of David (Barbara), Donald (Carol) and Carol Menge; devoted
grandfather of Michael and Mark Menge; great-grandfather of Kacey; brother of
Arthur (Evelyn) and the late Edward (late Pauline) Menge; also survived by
nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the HARRY A.
WEDEKINDT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 280 Grover Cleveland Hwy. at N. Bailey. A
Funeral Service will be held Tuesday morning at 11 from Trinity Old Lutheran
Church, 3445 Sheridan Drive, Eggertsville. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully
declined. Memorials may be made to Trinity Old Lutheran Church.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/24/2005.

Mercurio, Margaret S. (Sofia)   
January 21, 2005, beloved wife of the late Michael Joseph Mercurio; dearest
mother of Anthony (Mary Ann) Mercurio; dear grandmother of Michael, Teresa,
Roseanne and Mark; great-grandmother of Francesca Grace; predeceased by five
sisters and one brother; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior
visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass on
Saturday, January 29, 2005 at 10:00 AM in Annunciation Church, Elma, NY.
Flowers gratefully declined. Arrangements by the Urban-AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME.
Online register book at www.Amigone.com
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/24/2005.

Michel, Diane G.   
January 20, 2005, daughter of the late Pearl and Richard Michel; niece of
Gordon (Alice) Ullenbruch, Gertrude Jones and Lillian Michel. No prior
visitation. Funeral private. Arrangements LOOMIS OFFERS & LOOMIS.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Monomakhoff, Georgi P.   
January 17, 2005, husband of Countess Eileen; father of Countess Alexandra
Monomakhoff and Countess Kathleen Monomakhoff Loree (Thom Loree, MD);
grandfather of Peter and John Loree. Funeral Services were held privately.
Arrangements by JOHN E. ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Nichols, Margaret B. (Beltz)   
January 22, 2005, of East Aurora, NY, beloved wife of the late William
Nichols; dearest mother of Barbara Holmes of Mt. Laurel, NJ, William (Helen)
Nichols of Knoxville, TN, Robert B. (Pauline) Nichols of Orchard Park, NY and
Edward 'Ted' Nichols of San Francisco, CA; sister of Rosemary Westbrook of San
Francisco, CA, Paul W. (Catherine) Beltz of Buffalo, Geraldine (James)
Sullivan of Hamburg and the late Joseph Beltz; loving grandmother of nine and
predeceased by one granddaughter; great-grandmother of four. A Memorial Mass
of Christian Burial will be held at Nativity of Our Lord Church at a later
date. Mrs. Nichols was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in East Aurora
for many years, a member of the East Aurora Historical Society and a secretary
for the Cooperative Extension Service in East Aurora. Memorials may be made to
The Boys and Girls Club of East Aurora. Arrangements by the JOSEPH K. QUINN
FUNERAL HOME, INC.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/24/2005.


O'Malley, Mary P. (Ryan)   
Of Buffalo, NY, entered into rest January 21, 2005, beloved mother of Joan
(Marc) Perrington-Leber, Karen Spencer and John and Michael O'Malley;
cherished grandmother of 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; loving
daughter of the late Patrick J. and Johanna (nee Mahoney) Ryan; dear sister of
Ellen Constable; also survived by relatives and friends. Relatives and friends
may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (City CHapel), 102 Linwood Ave. at Summer
near Delaware Ave. on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial
will be celebrated on Tuesday morning in St. Florian Church (Hertel Ave. at
St. Florian St., Buffalo) at 9:30 o'clock (please assemble at church). 
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Patterson, Mildred A. (Anello)   
Of Huntington Beach, CA, formerly of West Seneca, NY, January 20, 2005,
beloved wife of the late Lawrence B. Patterson of Huntington Beach, CA; dear
mother of Burnel, Michela (Russell) Engle, Dominic (Jennifer) and Paula (Nic)
Bryant; loving grandmother to Nathanael, Nicole, Danielle, Stephanie, Garrett
and Ethan; also survived by many nieces and nephews. The family will receive
friends Sunday 3-6 PM at Harbor Lawn Mount Olive Cemetery Chapel, 1625 Gisler
Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626 where funeral will be held Monday at 11 AM. Flowers
gratefully declined.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Porter, Romalis D.   
Suddenly, January 16, 2005, Beloved son of Gayle E. Porter and the late Daniel
Warden; proud father of Romalis Jr. and Romell. The family will be present
Monday at 11 AM. Funeral to follow 12 noon at PROVIDENCE MEMORIAL CHAPELS,
1275 Sycamore.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Ritts, Kathryn (Korick)   
Age 90, January 20, 2005, of Cheektowaga, NY; beloved wife of the late Walter;
dearest daughter of the late John and Catherine (nee Olszewski) Korick;
step-daughter of Greta Niewton of NY; sister-in-law of Mrs. Charles Korick of
CA and Mrs. Stanley Corey of Syracuse, NY; aunt of Martha Hojnacki, Patricia
Thomas of MD, Daniel Nowaccewski, Denis Korick of CA, Arline Yasuda of CA,
Gloria Dorio of CA and Francis J. Barry Sr. of Dallas, PA; also survived by
many grand-nieces and nephews. Family will be present to receive relatives and
friends Tuesday 4-8 PM at the MELVIN J. SLIWINSKI FUNERAL HOME, 85 George
Urban Blvd. (west of Harlem Rd.) where funeral services will be held Wednesday
at 10:30 AM and from Queen of Martyrs Church at 11 AM. Entombment St.
Adalbert's Cemetery. Mrs. Ritts was a retiree of General Motors. In lieu of
flowers, memorials may be made to Queen of Martyr's Church, 180 George Urban
Blvd., Cheektowaga, NY 14225.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/24/2005.

Rohauer, Ronald G.   
Of Akron, January 21, 2005, beloved husband of Fern (Ehlers) Rohauer;
stepfather of Mark Peterson of Ohio and Troy Peterson of Middleport;
grandfather of Erin and Michael Peterson, Rachel and Kimberly Rohauer, Tanya
and Christina Perkins; also survived by three great-grandchildren; brother of
Gary (Linda) Rohauer of Elma and the late Frank Rohauer. Friends may call at
the ROSS FUNERAL HOME, 117 Main St., Akron where Funeral Services will be held
Tuesday at 11 AM. Family present Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Memorials to Hospice
Buffalo, 225 Como Park Blvd., Buffalo 14227 would be appreciated.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Sasiadek, Edwin "Skip"   
Died peacefully at home, after a long illness, January 17, 2005, beloved
husband of Alison (Briggs) Sasiadek and the late Mary Louise (Gonglewski)
Sasiadek; dear father of Roy (Sue) Sasiadek, Amy Sasiadek, Claire (Dwain)
Young and Juliet (William) Maloney; loving grandfather of Christopher and
Michael Sasiadek, Phillip Rivera and Arden Florian; survived by Alvin
Sasiadek, Jerome 'Harry' Sasiadek, Apolonia 'Polly' Musiel, Joseph Sasiadek
and Elizabeth 'Betty' Safe; predeceased by several brothers and sisters;
cherished friend of Clyde Aures. Flowers gratefully declined. A Memorial
Service will be held Saturday, January 29 at 10 AM in Our Lady of the Sacred
Heart Church, Orchard Park.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Schmitz, Theresa A.   
January 21, 2005, of Langford, NY, age 54, beloved of Paul Baker; sister of
Donald, Ronald (Ellen) Schmitz, Linda (Frank) Gamble, Catherine Phinney; also
survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call Sunday from 2-4 and
7-9 PM, at the WENTLAND FUNERAL HOME, 10634 Main St., (Route 62), North
Collins, NY, where the funeral service will be held Monday morning at 9:15,
followed by a 10 AM Mass of Christian Burial from St. Mary's Church, New
Oregon. If desired, memorials may be made to L.N.O.V.F.D., Langford, NY.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Spider, Robert F.   
January 19, 2005, beloved husband of 55 years to Helen J. (nee Rosati) Spider;
dearest father of Michael (Susan) Spider; devoted grandfather of Sara and Adam
Spider; predeceased by two brothers and two sisters; survived by many nieces
and nephews. No prior visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a
Mass of Christian Burial Monday at 9:30 AM in St. Francis of Assisi Church,
135 North Ogden Street, Buffalo. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to
the American Heart Assn. On line guest register at www.Amigone.com.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Stella, Vito   
January 20, 2005, beloved husband of Cruciana (Lucca) Stella; dear father of
Vito (Gail), Michael (JoAnne) Stella, Cruciana (James) Parker, Diane (Charles)
Eberwein, Donna Stella; grandfather of 10 grandchildren; son of the late
Cosimo and Maria (Piraino) Stella; brother of Joseph (Rose) Stella, Vincenzina
(James) Whittemore. Family present to receive friends Sunday only 2-4 and 7-9
PM at the PERNA-PELLEGRINO FUNERAL HOME INC., 1671 Maple Rd. (between Youngs &
Hopkins) where funeral service will be held Monday at 9:00 AM. A Mass of
Christian Burial will be celebrated from Our Lady of Peace Church at 10:00 AM.
Interment Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Mr. Stella was a member of various church and
civil organizations.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Sullivan, Jane G.   
Suddenly January 21, 2005, beloved wife of the late Walter D.; dear mother of
Charles M. (Laura), Margaret (Frank) Blanch, Kathleen Petritz, Jane Ann,
Maureen (Diane), James (Kathy), Ellen (Andres) Garcia, Timothy (Julie),
Loretta, Mary Elizabeth and the late W. Brian (Carol) Sullivan; also survived
by 23 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Friends may call Monday 7-9
PM and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the ROBERTS & DENGLER FUNERAL HOME, 8630
Transit Rd., East Amherst (1 mi. North of Maple, just past Klein). Friends are
invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday from Christ the King
R.C. Church, Snyder at 9:30. Online tributes may be sent to www.mem.com
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/25/2005.

Thompson, Beatryce G.   
January 17, 2005, of the Town of Tonawanda, NY, beloved wife of the late
George R. Thompson; mother of Joan (Dennis) Leonard of South Dakota, Rev.
Spencer G. of Arcade, NY and Oaxace, Mexico and Cynthia Thompson of
Massachusetts; also survived by 17 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.
Friends are invited attend a celebration of life at a time and place to be
announced. Memorials may be made to Beechwood Residence, 2235 Millersport Hwy,
Getzville 14068.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Thompson, William L.   
Of Blasdell, NY, Suddenly, January 22, 2005, Beloved husband of Eleanor (nee
Martin) Thompson; dearest father of Dotty (John) Haffner, Bill (Donna), Sherry
(Marc) Rohauer, Tom (Sharon) and Michael (Ashley); loving grandfather of John,
Jenny, Tracy, Rich, Greg, Scott, Ryan, Stephanie, Michael, Peige and Nolan;
great-grandfather of Ashley and Corey; brother of the late James (Mitzi) and
late Kenneth (Ruth). Family will be present to receive friends Monday and
Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Hamburg Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL
HOME, INC. 5453 Southwestern Blvd. (Corner of Rogers Rd., 646-5555) where
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday at 10 AM. Interment in Lakeside
Memorial Cemetery.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/24/2005.

Vesper, Mark C.   
Suddenly, January 20, 2005; beloved husband of Tammy (nee Frazer); dear father
of Amanda Grace and Nicole Lee; son of Charles and the late Grace Vesper;
son-in-law of Dolores Frazer; brother of Charles III (Suzanne), Eric (Kim),
Kim (Mark) Banish and Jon (Janet) Vesper; brother-in-law of Jo Ann (Paul)
Choinski, Deborah (Roger) Gregson, Laurie (Michael) Linton, Robert (Barbara)
Frazer and Joseph (Gale) Frazer; also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Funeral from the PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd. (2 blocks
east of Dick Rd.) Monday 9:30 and Our Lady Help of Christians Chapel 10 AM.
Visitation Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to
the Vesper Children's Fund.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Welsh, Helen H. (Johnson)   
Age 86 of Trinity, FL entered into rest January 6, 2005. Beloved wife of Leo
C. Welsh; loving and devoted mother of Carol J. (Kurt) Nichter, Susan E.
DeLong and Michael L. (Cathy); dearest grandmother of Chris, Julie, Jennifer,
Ryan, Shae, Jesse and Matt; loving great-grandmother to Megan and Zach; also
survived by many relatives and friends. She was born in Olean, NY and spent
her childhood in Olean and Shaker Heights, OH. In 1939 she married Robert W.
Husband. They had one child, Carol Jean. Robert died in 1945. In 1946, Helen
married Leo. They had two children, Susan E. and Michael L. The family moved
to Western New York in 1956. In 1994, Helen and Leo moved to the Tampa, FL
area. Mrs. Welsh was a Roman Catholic and enjoyed home decorating and devoted
herself to her family. Her mottos were: 'Family first. and 'Charity begins at
home. Memorial services to be held at a later date.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Williams, Elaine M. (Dipasquale)   
January 20, 2005, beloved wife of the late Thomas S. Williams Sr.; devoted
mother of Laura (Brian Sr.) Meahl, Sheila Williams, Valerie (Ronald)
Michalski, Lisa Williams, Thomas (Ruth) Williams, Jr.; loving grandmother of
Jennifer (Michael) Burke, Brian (Alycia) Meahl, Jr., Denae Michalski, Brandy,
Erica and Steven Strong; sister of Shirley (Gerald) Walsh and the late Betty
Neal; also survived by six nieces. The family will be present on Sunday 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 Monday at 11
AM. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to
Hospice Buffalo Inc. Online register book at www.Amigone.com
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/22/2005 - 1/23/2005.

Wilson, Lyndon   
January 16, 2005, Of Wheeling, WV, formerly of Eden, NY; Husband of Emily
(Gleason); father of Lyndon 'Tuck' Wilson, Jr., Henry Cave (Michelle) Wilson,
Jane 'Dede' (William) Carpenter, Caroline W. (Drew) Tate and Mary H.C. Wilson;
brother of Shepherd Wilson and the late Ashley and Erwin Wilson; also survived
by eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral Services private.
Memorials may be made to The Eden Community Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 96,
Eden, NY 14057.
Published in the Buffalo News from 1/23/2005 - 1/26/2005.

Wisniewski, Arthur S.   
December 21, 2004, beloved son of the late Wanda and Louis D'Andria; dearest
brother of Louis (Thaddeus) Swiatek, Lorraine Cramer and Dolores D'Andria;
also survived by one uncle, nephews and cousins. No prior visitation. Services
held at the convenience of the family. Mr. Wisniewski was a Vietnam Veteran.
Arrangements by the DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.

Witczak, Agnes R. (Dudkowski)   
January 22, 2005 of Lancaster, NY; beloved wife of the late Thaddeus F.
Witczak; dearest mother of Joanne (Edwin) Zielinski, Marcia Kazmierczak,
Thaddeus J. (Joann) Witczak and Brian Dudkowski; dear grandmother of nine
grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; predeceased by five brothers and
one sister; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family will be present to
receive relatives and friends on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the MELVIN J.
SLIWINSKI FUNERAL HOME, 85 George Urban Blvd. (west of Harlem Rd.) where
funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 9:00 AM and from St. John Gualbert
Church at 9:30 AM. Interment St. Stanislaus Cemetery.
Published in the Buffalo News on 1/23/2005.