OBITS: The Buffalo News Death Notices 28 Jul 2005; Buffalo, Erie co., New York text-formatted by W. David Samuelsen for The USGenWeb Archives Project *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.org/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.org/ny/nyfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: The Buffalo News http://www.buffalonews.com Alf, Richard Joseph Of Indian Harbour Beach, FL, age 76, passed away Sunday, July 24 at home, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. Dick was born and raised in Buffalo, NY and attended Canisius College and graduated from Rollins College. After serving his country in Germany he returned to the States where he met and married his loving wife of 49 years, Jean Crowley. After moving to Florida to start their life together, Dick went to work for Pan American World Airways where he retired after 33 years of service. During retirement Dick enjoyed many years of gardening, genealogy, and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dick always loved the big family gatherings and making sure plenty of pictures were collected for everyone. His easy going nature, love of family and strong Catholic faith will be missed greatly by all his family and friends. In addition to his loving wife Jean, Dick is survived by his children Joe (Janie), Michael (Robyn), Mary Beth (John), and Danny (Jackie); sisters Bernice Lymburner, Marion Heubusch, Virginia Green and Jane Garvey; seven grandchildren, Shaun (Heather), Justin (Adriana) Dan, Ben, Matthew, Hailey, and Abby; five great-grandchildren, Xavier, Rosemary, Rohan, Sebastian and Nicolas; and a large extended family. His son Patrick preceded Dick in death. Condolences may be sent to: www.beachfuneralhome.com Published in the Buffalo News on 7/28/2005. Belcher, Glenn K. July 27, 2005; beloved son of Albert and Sophia (nee Schroeder) Belcher; dear brother of Gerald and Michael Belcher, both of Lyons, NY; uncle of Sandra Shaffer, Valerie belcher, Pamela Lowandi and Danielle Casey. The family will be present on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at (Amherst Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 5200 Sheridan Dr. (corner of Hopkins Rd.) where Funeral Services will be held on Saturday at 11 AM. Friends invited. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 7/28/2005 - 7/29/2005. Bogdan, Chester July 26, 2005, beloved husband of Eugenia S. (Gogola) Bogdan; devoted father of Nancy (Ronald) Szvoren, Lawrence Bogdan and the late James (Cindy) Bogdan; loving grandfather of Alison and Katherine Szvoren and Nicholas and Jerel Bogdan; dear brother of Michael (Frances) Bogdan; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral services at the BUSZKA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2005 Clinton St. (corner South Ogden) Friday at 9 AM and at St. Casimir Church at 9:30 AM. Memorials in Mr. Bogdan's name may be made to the Alzheimers Assn. of WNY. Family present Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Brege, Geraldine M. July 25, 2005, of Buffalo, NY. Beloved mother of Christina and Brenda; devoted grandmother of three; loving sister of Sally Bosley, Suzanne, Maureen, and Mark Ruddy; also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends. Friends are invited to a memorial service Friday 11:30 AM at Holy Angels RC Church. Arrangements by LINK-FOX & LUKA FUNERAL HOME 885-1709 Published in the Buffalo News on 7/28/2005. Brothers, Roy E. July 25, 2005, beloved husband of the late Catherine Kubina Brothers; devoted father of Betty Franklin Hubbard and Dolores Weber; grandfather of Dicki Franklin, Crystal Jones, Mark (Carol) Weber, Tammey (Peter) Cosgrove, David (Mary Susan) Weber, Nancy (David) Donohue and the late Susan Weber; great-grandfather of Melissa Dukich, Tara Smith, Jessica Cosgrove, Jacquelyn Weber, Courtney Franklin, Rachel, Danielle, Catherine and Lucas Weber, Ryan and Kayla Donohue; great-great-grandfather of Caitlyn Smith. Friends may call Thursday 4-8 PM at the JAMES W. CANNAN FUNERAL HOME INC., (Southtowns Chapel), 3155 Orchard Park Rd., where services will be held Friday at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Blasdell Gospel Chapel or Hospice Buffalo. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Carboni, Sharon M. (Mooney) Of Derby, NY, entered into rest July 26, 2005, beloved wife of Tracy Carboni; devoted mother of Beth M. Jermain, Lynn M. (Harry) Larsick and Adam J. (Angela) Guarino; fond stepmother of Christopher (Kelly) Carboni and Kevin Carboni; cherished grandmother of 11 grandchildren; loving daughter of the late Francis and Helen (nee Dentinger) Mooney; dear sister of Patrick E. (Gareth) Mooney. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel), 3060 Abbott near Lake Ave on Wednesday and Thursday 4-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Vincent dePaul, 2050 South Creek Rd., North Evans on Friday morning at 9:30 o'clock. (Please assemble at church). Interment St. Vincent dePaul Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Casey, Esther (Gaffy) July 27, 2005, of Buffalo, NY. Beloved wife of the late Patrick W. Casey Sr.; dear mother of Esther (Cloyd) Maund, Patrick (Beverly), Roxanne, Thomas (Kimberly), Tab (Denise), and the late James 'Jay' and Kimberly Casey; grandmother of Robert, Rozanne, Rachel, Melissa, Shane, Katelyn, Roxanne, Jacqulene, Ryan, and Kristi; also survived by three great-grandchildren; sister of the late Mitch (late Dotty) Gaffy. Family will be present to receive friends Thursday 7-9 and Friday 2-4 and 7-9 at the NIGHTENGALE FUNERAL HOME, 1884 South Park Ave., where funeral services will be held Saturday at 8:45 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church at 9:30. Arrangements by DANIEL J. LEONARD FUNERAL SERVICE. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/28/2005 - 7/29/2005. Castiglia, Phyllis (Pollino) July 27, 2005; wife of the late Pasquale Castiglia; mother of Mrs. Richard E. (Charmaine) McLean; grandmother of Lynn Marie (Frank) Panasuk; sister of the late Frank Pollino and Mary Heane. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Amelia Church, 2999 Eggert Rd., Tonawanda Friday at 9 AM followed by Interment in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. No prior visitation. Arrangements by THE CARLTON A. ULLRICH FUNERAL HOME, INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 7/28/2005. Cebula, Stanley P. Of West Seneca, NY, July 24, 2005, beloved husband of the late Burnette; dearest father of Paul (Debra), Gary, Sandra Celli, Joyce (Gregory) Barber and the late Barbara (Donald) O'Hara; dear friend of Nanette Eutsler; cherished grandfather of Peter Celli, Hollie Bianchi, Carrie Ann, Clifford, Amy, Michele and Kristy; great-grandfather of 14. Family will be present Friday 2-4 and 7-9 at the HOY FUNERAL HOME INC., 3855 Seneca St. West Seneca where funeral services will be held Saturday morning at 10. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials to Hospice Buffalo Inc. appreciated. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/28/2005 - 7/29/2005. Chapin, Leona L. (Grabowski) July 26, 2005, of Grand Island; beloved wife of Kenneth; dear mother of Brian (Barbara) and Darryl (Jennifer); fond grandmother of Krystal, Kaitlyn and Conner; sister of Christine Masters and Geraldine (Daniel) O'Brien; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends may call Thursday 7-9, Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the ORLOWSKI AMHERST FUNERAL HOME, 447 Amherst St. ( 875-0662) and Attend a Mass of Christian Burial Saturday at 9:30 at Assumption Church (Please assemble at Church). Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Cope, Geoffrey Wilton Beloved father and grandfather, Geoffrey W. Cope, 86, fondly known as 'Gar' passed away peacefully at home in Niceville, FL. on July 19, 2005. He was preceded in death by his wife, Edna A.M. Ellis Cope. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Lynn Cope and Louis A. D'Agostino of Niceville, FL.; his grandson, Geoffrey L. D'Agostino of Niceville, FL.; his sisters Muriel Bradford and Mabel Ford (John) of Vancouver, B.C. Canada; his sister Connie Garrod (Ernie) of Toronto, Ont. Canada and six nieces and nephews. He was born in Wolverhampton, England on July 24, 1918 to the late Kate and Frank Cope. He lived in Williamsville, NY for over 40 years before moving to Niceville. In his youth, he was an accomplished trick diver and water polo player, and paced an Olympic swimmer. An avid golfer, in the 1980's he realized his dream and played Gleneagles, Muirfield and St. Andrews. He was a Scottish Rite Mason and member and past president of the Amherst, NY Kiwanis Club. He was a fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and served on their History and Heritage Committee, Buffalo section. He had over 100 U.S. and international patents. His railroad couplers were used on the Wash D.C., N.Y. and Boston High-speed AMTRAK Metroliner and are still in used today by the Toronto Transit Commission. He proudly served for over six years in the British Royal Navy in WWII. A memorial service will be held on July 28, 2005 at 4 PM at St. Jude's Episcopal Church in Niceville, FL. His final resting place will be at Calvary Episcopal Church in Williamsville, NY where he was a lifelong member. A memorial service will be held there a later date. In lieu of flowers. memorial contributions may be sent to Niceville Covenant Hospice, 101 Hart St., Niceville, FL. 32578 or Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, Elm and Carleton Streets, Buffalo, NY 14263, Attn: Colorectal Cancer Research. Arrangements and services are under the direction of the McLaughlin Twin Cities Funeral Home, 1405 East John Sims Pkwy., Niceville, FL. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Crowell, Richard C. Age 70, July 25, 2005 at TLC Tri-County Memorial Campus in Gowanda, NY. He was born October 14, 1934 in Silver Creek, NY, the son of the late Astor A. and Olive 'Liz' (Houben) Crowell. He is survived by his wife Shirley R. Davis Crowell of Collins, NY, Lynn A. Crowell (son) of Lawtons, NY, Marlene Crowell (daughter-in-law) of Lawtons, NY, Beth M. Harris (daughter) of North Collins, NY, Andrew R. Crowell (son) of Gamiel, KY, Terina Crowell (daughter-in-law) of Gamiel, KY, Monique D. Harris (granddaughter) of North Collins, NY, Keith A. Crowell (grandson) of North Collins, NY, and Virginia Gilbert (sister) of Orrstown, PA. He was preceded in death by his sister Carol Peterson. A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, July 31, 2005 at 4:00 PM at HILLS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 255 Aldrich Street, Gowanda, NY. Rev. Ross Ayers of Perrysburg, NY will be officiating. Inurnment will be in the Forestville Cemetery. The family suggests memorials to Collins Fire Dept., 2365 Route 39, Collins, NY or Gowanda Assembly of God, 78 Allen St, Gowanda Published in the Buffalo News on 7/28/2005. Daucher, Gertrude (Wesp) July 24, 2005, in LaHabra, CA, formerly of Buffalo, beloved wife of the late Elmer; loving mother of Donald (Lynn) Daucher of Brea, CA, Dianne (Richard) Kane of Irvine, CA, David (Suzanne) Daucher of Phoenix, AZ, Deborah (James) Pfeifer of Brea, CA and Dayle (Lanny) Young of Stockton, CA; also survived by 14 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; sister of Arthur P. Wesp of Leesburg, FL; sister-in-law of Louise Lemke and Geraldine Daucher; also survived by 15 nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Thursday from 10-11 AM at the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 1080 Main St., Buffalo, NY at which time funeral services will be held. In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may contribute to the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. Arrangements by the BURY & ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME, 875-2261. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Diquilio, Marian R. (Kozlowska) July 26, 2005, beloved wife of Anthony J. DiQuilio; dearest mother of Carol (Steven Dunn) DiQuilio; daughter of the late Stanley and Anna Kozlowski; sister of the late Stanley Kozlowski. The family will be present Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Amherst Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5200 Sheridan Drive (corner Hopkins Rd.) where Funeral Services will be held Saturday at 8:45 AM and from St. Gregory the Great Church at 9:30 AM. Online register book at www.AMIGONE.com Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Dixon, Cyrena J. (Ehlers) July 20, 2005, of Grand Island. Wife of the late Clarence R. Dixon; mother of Claire (Jack) Dixon-Lee of Palatine, IL; grandmother of Michele Billbury; great-grandmother of Karlee Billbury; daughter of the late Frederick and Dorothy Ehlers. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11:00 AM at Trinity United Methodist Church, Grand Island. Memorials may be made to the Grand Island Historical Society, PO Box 135, Grand Island, 14072. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/28/2005 - 7/29/2005. Escobales, Irmgrad H. "Irma" (nee Braunmueller) July 26, 2005, beloved wife of Richard Escobales; dear mother of Teresa, David and Hilary Escobales; dear daughter of Luise and the late Thomas Braunmueller; sister of Mary Duffin, Elisabeth (John) Wallace, Louise (Eric) von Brockdorff and Tom (Cindi) Braunmueller; aunt of many nieces and nephews; dearest niece of Auntie Viola Brice. The family will receive friends at the C. MERTZ AND SON FUNERAL HOME INC., 911 Englewood Ave., Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where services will be held Friday at 9 AM and a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John the Baptist Church (1085 Englewood Ave.) at 9:30 AM. Donations in her memory to Roswell Park Alliance Foundation or Canisius College. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Farinacci, Sally L. (Anthon) July 26, 2005, beloved wife of Mark Farinacci; dearest mother of Michael (Patricia) and Steven (Meri) Farinacci; devoted grandmother of Corey and Ashley Jablonski, Gabriella, Mark and Anthony Farinacci; sister of Linda (Dan) Dickinson, Susan Aquila, David (Anne) Anthon, Bruce Anthon, Debra (Jeff) Saylor, James Anthon, Betsy (Andy) Curran, Paul (Lori) Anthon, Jr., William (Shelley) Anthon, Michelle Anthon and Michael (Lisa) Anthon; daughter of the late Paul and Mary Anthon; daughter-in-law of Frank and Loretta Farinacci; also survived by several nieces and nephews, ten brothers and sisters-in-law and their families and the late Maryann Miller and family. No prior visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service Friday at 7 PM in the North Bailey Fire Company, 966 Sweet Home Rd., Eggertsville, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Roswell Park Alliance Foundation. On line register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Fezer Sr., Eugene G. July 25, 2005, Age 78, of North Tonawanda, NY, after a brief illness; husband of the late Raphaella Fezer; father of Paul (Joann), Thomas (Wendy) and Eugene (Patricia) Fezer Jr., Theresa (Michael) Opalinski and Mary (Robert) Johnson; brother of Stephen Fezer Jr. and the late Mitzie Janowski; also survived by six grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and a dear friend, Helen Burch. Friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Thursday only at the HAMP FUNERAL HOME, INC., Adam and Seymour Sts., Tonawanda. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 AM Friday at Ascension R.C. Church on Robinson St. in North Tonawanda. Friends invited. Please assemble at the Church. If desired, memorials to Ascension Church are preferred. Complete obituary, condolences and directions may be found at www.hampfuneral.com Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Galley, Ruth M. (Eisenhardt) July 27, 2005, of Angola, NY, beloved wife of the late Raymond G. Galley; dear mother of Raymond (Nell) Galley and Marilyn A. (Robert) English; grandmother of 3 grandchildren and 1 great-grandson; sister of Emma (late Frank) Galmbacher and the late Bradley (Florence) Eisenhardt; survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call Friday from 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 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Most Precious Blood Church, 9:30 AM. Mrs. Galley was a member of the Rosary Altar Society of Most Precious Blood Church, Angola Senior Citizens and the Coral Singing Society. Published in the Buffalo News on 7/28/2005. Gates, Joanne I. (DiSanti) Of Hamburg, NY, July 26, 2005, wife of William H. Gates Sr.; mother of William H. (Coral) Gates Jr., Barbara (Philip) Mewhinney, Michael, Gregory (Doris), James (Doreen), Thomas (Christine) and Joseph (Hillary) Gates; sister of Cora (Vincent) Vizzi; also survived by 12 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Funeral from the DONALD M. DEMMERLY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 21 Pierce Ave., Hamburg, Friday morning at 9:30 and from S.S. Peter and Paul Church at 10:00. Friends invited. Visiting hours Thursday 2-4 and 7-9. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Gilbert, Dorothy E. (Berghauser) July 26, 2005, wife of the late Thomas; dear mother of Dottie (Terry) Dernbach and Arlene (Donald) Crocker; grandmother of seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; predeceased by two brothers and a sister; sister-in-law of Harriet (Leslie) Booth and Alice Gilbert; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral service from the PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd. (two blocks east of Dick Rd.) Friday 10 AM. Friends invited. Family present Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mrs. Gilbert was a faithful attender of Eastern Hills Wesleyan Church. Published in the Buffalo News on 7/28/2005. Golden, Jean A. Age 79, Bouchelle Drive, New Smyrna Beach, died Tuesday July 26, 2005 at Ocean View Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, New Smyrna Beach, Florida where she was a resident for several months. Born in Erie, Pennsylvania, Mrs. Golden came to the area in 1991 from Boise, Idaho although most of her life was spent in Buffalo, New York. A homemaker and loving wife and mother, she was a member of Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church and a member of the Brannon Center Senior Bridge Club, both of New Smyrna Beach. Mrs. Golden is survived by her husband of fifty-eight years, Robert; five sons, Michael Golden, Daytona Beach, Florida; Mark Golden, Collins, New York; William Golden, St. Joseph, Michigan; Jefferey Golden, Boise, Idaho and Andrew Golden, Attleboro, Massachusetts; eleven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Memorial service for Mrs. Golden will be 10:00 AM Saturday at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, New Smyrna Beach. Donations in Mrs. Golden's memory may be made to Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 4000 South Atlantic Avenue, New Smyrna Beach, Florida 32169. SETTLE-WILDER FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICE, 406 South Orange Street, New Smyrna Beach, is in charge of arrangements. Published in the Buffalo News on 7/28/2005. Gramza, Mary Lou (Swantek) Suddenly of Depew, July 25, 2005, beloved wife of Richard; devoted mother of Anne Marie (Anthony) Szpylman, Julie (Scott) Lewis, Christine (Bob Rupert) and the late Garry Gramza; loving grandmother of John, Corey and Melanie; dear sister of Margaret (late Norbert) Lesienski; sister-in-law of Tina (Edward) Rybak; also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation with family in the EDWARD J. CICHON FUNERAL HOME, 4929 Broadway, Depew Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where prayers will be held Friday at 9:15 AM and in St. Augustine Church, Depew at 10 AM. Relatives and friends are invited. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Grzechowiak, Eugene F. July 25, 2005, husband of the late Alice (nee Gruchala); step-father of Carolyn (Paul) Romanowski; Papa of Marc (Michelle) and Kathy Romanowski; great-grandpa of Maia; brother of the late Daniel and Florian. Funeral from PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd. (two blocks east of Dick Rd.) Saturday 9:00 AM and Queen of Martyrs Church 9:30. Friends invited. Family present Thursday and Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Gene was a member of the Adam Plewacki Post #799, Brotherhood of Railway Carmen of America-Conrail and DAV PJ Schifferle Chapter 150. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Guarino, Sharon M. (Mooney) See Carboni notice Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Haefner, Robert A. (Thomas) Age 55, of North Tonawanda, entered into rest Wednesday, July 27, 2005; loving husband of Lynette (nee Marzahn) Thomas; father of Trevor Thomas; step-father of Michele (John) Menkiena and Rebecca (Jeffrey) Snowman; grandfather of Alyssa Snowman. Relatives and friends may call Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the HILLIARD-CREASEY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 147 Delaware St., Tonawanda, NY, where a Funeral Service will be held Saturday at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Upstate New York Transplant Services, 110 Broadway, Buffalo, NY 14203 would be appreciated. Published in the Buffalo News on 7/28/2005. Jeziorski, Raymond J. of Boynton Beach passed away on July 27, 2005. Mr. Jeziorski was formerly of Buffalo, NY. He is survived by his wife Norma, son and daughter-in-law James & Barbara Jeziorski of Williamsville, NY; daughters and sons-in-law Judith and Craig Curran of Lake Worth, Joann and Charles Wagner of Lake Worth; and four grandchildren: Alison, Kevin, Amanda and Matthew. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2005 2 PM at the LORNE & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 745 NW 6th Avenue, (N. Federal Highway) Delray Beach. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33407 Published in the Buffalo News on 7/28/2005. Kolek, Frank L. Of Town of Wheatfield, went home with the Lord July 27, 2005, beloved husband of 58 years of Frances T. (nee Jazdzyk) Kolek; dearest father of Lawrence (Anna) Kolek, Theresa (Frank) Cosmano, Stephen (Cheryl) Kolek and Marilyn Kolek; proud grandfather of seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; dear brother of Edward Kolek, Lillian Butz, Mary (Gene) Burns, Ruth (Daniel) Gritzmacher and the late Florian, Donald and James Kolek; also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Family present Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the SABER FUNERAL HOME, 549 Oliver St., N. Tonawanda ( 692-0271) where prayers will be said Saturday 9 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church at 9:30 AM. Flowers graciously declined. For those who wish the family suggests memorial contributions may be made to OLC Renovation Fund. Frank owned and operated Kolek Refrigeration and was a Navy veteran of WW II and Korea. Published in the Buffalo News on 7/28/2005. Kroll, Marleen Borro Of Fort Worth, TX., July 21, 2005, wife of Wayne R. Kroll; mother of Brian (Angela) of Texas and Michael Kroll; sister of Edward Borro III (Debbie), Douglas Borro of Arizona and Diane Borro; grandmother of Jenna and Abby Kroll; daughter of Edward Borro Jr. and the late Gloria Borro. Friends may call Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 at LOOMIS OFFERS & LOOMIS INC., MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1820 Seneca St., where funeral will be held Friday at 9:00 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at SS Rita-Patrick R.C. Church at 9:30. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/26/2005 - 7/28/2005. LaPorta, Elizabeth T. (Dinino) July 25, 2005; Beloved wife of the late Anthony; dearest mother of Richard (Ellen) LaPorta and the late Rita (Steve) Orsini; grandmother of Katy, Andrew and Lisa; survived by three great-grandchildren; sister of Mary, Donald, Frank and the late Vincent, Theresa, Louie and Gus; also survived by nieces and nephews. A Prayer Service will be held on Saturday at 9:30 AM at the DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME, 2510 Union Rd., Cheektowaga (2 blocks south of William St.). Family present to receive friends Friday only 2-4 and 7-9. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Lardo Sr., George J. Age 93, of Hamburg, NY, July 26, 2005. Husband of Dorothy (nee Enser); father of Patricia (Lawrence) Courtney, George Jr. (Patricia), Richard (Susan), Thomas (Mary Jo) and William (Judith) Lardo; brother of Genevieve Quinn, Lucille (Thomas) Breidenstein and Anthony (Patsy) Lardo; predeceased by five sisters and one brother; also survived by 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral from the DONALD M. DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME INC, 21 Pierce Ave, Hamburg Friday at 11:45 AM and from Ss Peter and Paul Church at 12:15 PM. Friends invited. Visiting hours Wednesday 7-9 PM and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mr. Lardo was a member of Hamburg Council 2220 K of C. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Luba, Mary F. (Barnas) July 26, 2005; of Lackawanna, NY; wife of the late Walter; dearest mother of Pat (Philip) Sobol, Barbara (John) Shaw, Walter Jr. and Kim Ovitt; grandmother of eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; sister of Laura (Ed) Christian, Terry (Lenny) Jaworski; predeceased by brothers and sister; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral from The JOS. M. LITWIN FUNERAL HOME, 1629 Electric Ave., Friday at 9:15 AM and at St. Michael the Archangel and 9:30 AM. Family present Thursday 2-9 PM. Mrs. Luba was a member of the Rosary Society, Mothers Club, The Matthew Glab Post #1477 Ladies Auxiliary and the Lackawanna Seniors Mamas and Papas. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Maciolek, Helen T. (Malkinski) July 26, 2005, beloved wife of the late John; dear mother of Joseph (Patricia) and John (Geraldine) Maciolek; fond grandmother of eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; dear sister of Martha (Tom) Schuh, Joseph (Terri) and the late Stanley (Maggie) Malkinski; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the KOLANO FUNERAL HOME, 396 Amherst St. (near Grant) Thursday 4-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Florian Church, 569 Hertel Ave., Friday at 9:30 AM. Please assemble at church. Donations to St. Florian Church are preferred. Interment St. Stanislaus. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Margelefsky, Dinah July 26, 2005, wife of Benjamin Margelefsky; mother of Michael (Mary) Margelefsky of Toledo, OH, Molly (Jesse) Kushner of Stephens City, VA and Sandra (Dr. John) Boatwright of Roanoak, VA and the late Harold Margelefsky; sister of the late Vera Bateshansky and Louis Levy; grandmother of Evan, Eric and Ross Margelefsky, Jakki and Lauren Kushner, Jessica and Monica Boatwright. Graveside services will be held Friday 10 AM from Elmlawn Cemetery, Brighton Rd entrance. Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements by MESNEKOFF FUNERAL HOME, INC. For online tributes, go to www.mesnekoff.com Published in the Buffalo News on 7/28/2005. McColgin, Esther Elizabeth Drake Of Hamburg, NY, July 24, 2005, wife of the late J. Raymond McColgin; mother of James T. (Margo), Louise McColgin and Earl R. (late Barbara); grandmother of Kristan, Amy, Elizabeth, Nicholas, Madeline and Alexander; great-grandmother of Logan; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitations. A Memorial Service will be held at the Wesleyan Church Of Orchard Park, 7295 Ellicott Rd., Saturday, July 30 at 11 AM. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials to Hospice Buffalo Inc., 225 Como Park Blvd., 14227. Arrangements by LOOMIS OFFERS & LOOMIS INC., Hamburg Chapel. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/26/2005 - 7/29/2005. McEwen Jr., William J. Of Orchard Park, NY, July 27, 2005, beloved husband of Joyce E. (Frank); father of David J. (Marilyn) McEwen, Susan D. (Mark) Prible and Cynthia L. (Mark) Weinstein; grandfather of Michael, Andrew, Todd, Jason, Marc, Michelle, Amy and Mark Jr.; also survived by five great-grandchildren; brother of Dorothy (late Robert) Kuchenbeisser, Leona (late John) Marilla, Loretta (late Frank) Chiodo, Thelma (late Ray) Fiebelkorn, Arlene (late Arthur) Kulpinski and the late Robert McEwen and Shirley Allen. No prior visitation. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday at 2 PM at the F.E. BROWN SONS FUNERAL HOME INC., E. Quaker St. Orchard Park. Memorials made to Hospice Buffalo Inc. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/28/2005 - 7/29/2005. Nagowski, Gertrude M. July 23, 2005 in Illinois, formerly of Amherst, NY; beloved wife of the late Henry J. Nagowski; mother of Linda A., Thomas J. (Andrea) and the late Gerald H.; also survived by four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Friends may call Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the HARRY A. WEDEKINDT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 280 Grover Cleveland Hwy. at N. Bailey. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday at 10:30 AM at St. Benedict's Church. Friends invited. Please assemble at church. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/28/2005 - 7/29/2005. O'Connell, Joseph July 25, 2005; husband of Alice A. (nee Kozak) O'Connell; father of Joesph (Mary) O'Connell, Margaret Lappin, James (Kathryn) O'Connell, Helen Thielke, and the late Maureen Gerber; father-in-law of Gary Gerber and Kevin Lappin; grandfather of Gregory (Kristine) Toppe, Jason (Amy) O'Connell, Jeremy O'Connell, Kevin, Kelly, and Kyle Lappin, Tara and Jeffrey Gerber, Michael and Christopher O'Connell; great grandfather of Jackson and Addyson O'Connell; predeceased by two brothers and two sisters; also survived by five step children and two step grandchildren. No prior visitation. An interment service will be held Saturday at 9:30 AM in Acacia Park Cemetery, Pendleton, NY (assemble at gate). A Memorial service will be held Saturday at 11 AM in the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2600 Sheridan Drive (corner Parker Blvd.). In lieu of flowers, donations in Mr. O'Connell's memory may be made to Mt. View Health Care Facility, 5465 Upper Mountain Road, Lockport, NY 14094. Online register book at www.AMIGONE.com Published in the Buffalo News from 7/28/2005 - 7/29/2005. Pietkiewicz, Joseph L. Age 57, July 26, 2005 of Cheektowaga, NY, beloved husband of Michelle (nee Lusiak); dearest father of Michael (Susan) and Joelle (Bryan) Roth; grandfather of Alexis, Helena and Landon; son of Wilma and the late Joseph S. Pietkiewicz; brother of Jane Chismar, Cindy (Roger) McBride, Kathy (John) McBride and Randy (Laurie) Pietkiewicz; also survived by nieces, nephews and many loving family and friends. The family will be present to receive friends Thursday only from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME, 2510 Union Rd., Cheektowaga (2 blocks south of William St.) where a prayer service will be held Friday at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joe's memory may be made to the Hospice Foundation, 225 Como Park Blvd., Cheektowaga, NY 14227 or Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, Elm and Carlton Sts., Buffalo, NY 14263. Joseph was a Vietnam Veteran and member of the Army National Guard. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Smith, C. Bruce Of San Diego, CA suddenly on May 11, 2005 at age 47. Beloved son of Margaret W. Smith of Lockport, NY and the late Insley B. Smith; he is also survived by a brother R. Blair Smith and a sister Beverly A. Smith of Chatham, NJ, Francis X. Thomas, aunts and uncle, and many cousins. Bruce graduated from Williamsville South High School in 1976 and Ohio University in 1980 with a degree in Communications and Business. As a member of the golf team in high school and college Bruce excelled at his favorite sport. A memorial service will be held at Christ the King Chapel at Canisius College on Saturday, July 30, 2005 at 10:00 AM. Friends invited. Memorials made to Hospice Foundation of WNY, 225 Como Park Blvd, Cheektowaga, NY 14227 are greatly appreciated. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/28/2005 - 7/29/2005. Smith, Linwood Jordan July 25, 2005, formerly of Orchard Park, NY, in Culpeper, VA, loving husband of 67 years to Edith Fellows Smith; father of Linda Mae (Verdun) Harris, Ethelyn Whitcomb (Donald) Massara and Colleen Kelly (Mark) Grehlinger; brother of Alice S. (Lawrence) Harris; also survived by five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the F.E. BROWN SONS FUNERAL HOME INC., 6575 East Quaker St. Rte 20A (1.5 miles east of Rte 219 and 2.5 miles west of Transit Rd.). Services from the Funeral Home Friday 11 AM. Friends invited. Memorials made to Hospice Buffalo, Inc. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Spaeth, Frances B. (Drajem) Of Cheektowaga, NY. July 26, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Ronald D. Spaeth; dearest mother of Douglas Spaeth and Karen (Matt) McDonald; fond grandmother of Autumn and Nathan; sister of Diana (Chester) Sekuterski, Eugene (Audrey), Barbara (Michael) Jurca, Cynthia (James) Havernick and Michael (Lynne) Drajem; daughter-in-law of Bertha (late Leo) Spaeth; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call Thursday only 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the PAUL A. KLOC BLOSSOM CHAPELS, INC., 4680 Clinton St. (corner Borden Rd.), West Seneca (668-5666), where funeral will be held Friday morning at 9:15 AM and from St. Philip the Apostle Church at 10 o'clock. Friends are invited. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Thomas, Robert A. See Robert A. Haefner notice. Published in the Buffalo News on 7/28/2005. Valentine, Josephine S. (Sottile) Of Kenmore, NY, July 26, 2005, beloved wife of Salvatore 'Sam' Valentine; mother of Henry (Sally) and Charles (Kathy) Valentine; grandmother of Samuel (Marisa), Michael (Jessica), Joseph and Vincent Valentine; great-grandmother of Carmen and Alyssa; sister of Sarah Avarello and the late Angeline Gullo and Vincent (Mary) Sottile; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends received Wednesday and Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the GRECO FUNERAL HOME INC., 2909 Elmwood Ave. (near Sheridan Dr.) where funeral services will be held Friday morning at 8:30 and in St. Paul's R.C. Church at 9:15. Entombment in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/27/2005 - 7/28/2005. Valint, George W. July 27, 2005; beloved husband of Helen (Zuercher); dear father of Keith (Tina) and the lat Holly Valint; the greatest grandfather to Eric; brother of Paul, Barbara and the late Robert (survived by Marion) Valint; survived by aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may call at the JAMES E. GRACE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 335 Ontario St., Friday 5-8 PM, where Funeral services will be held Saturday at 9:30 AM. In lieu of flowers memorials to Hospice Buffalo, Inc., 225 Como Park, Cheektowaga, NY 14227. Published in the Buffalo News from 7/28/2005 - 7/29/2005. Wilkin, Annette J. Of Clyde, NY, formerly of Grand Island, died Sunday, July 24, 2005 at age 67; beloved wife of Robert; mother of Maureen (Jeffrey) Gray, Mary (James) Morgan, James (Perri), Charles (Mart), Daniel (Tamela), 11 grandchildren, brothers Edward (Nancy) Group, John (Serena) Group and sister-in-law Carol Group. A Memorial Mass will be Friday, 11 AM at Church of the Epiphany, 105 West Main Street, Sodus, NY, where a reception will be held immediately following. Private interment. Ref: NORTON FUNERAL HOME, Sodus NY. Published in the Buffalo News on 7/28/2005. Zambito II, Leonard Joseph "Lenny" Age 51, beloved son of Leonard J. and Francesca L. (nee Carozzolo); dearest brother of Michael (Lucinda), Jacquelyn, Dominic (David Martin), and Frank (Beverly); beloved uncle Nicole, (Pfc. Fred) Moorhouse, Krista (Rich) Berg, R. David Fenske III, Michelle Zambito, Stephanie, and Christopher Zambito; great-uncle to Antonio Velez and Dominico Moorhouse; also survived by aunts and uncles. Family will receive friends Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2600 Sheridan Dr. (corner of Parker). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday 9 AM at St. Edmunds Church, 530 Ellicott Creek Rd., Tonawanda. (Please assemble at church). Flowers gratefully declined. Contributions may be made to Ellicott Creek Volunteer Fire Dept. Online register at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 7/28/2005 - 7/29/2005.