OBITS: The Buffalo News Death Notices 19 Jun 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 Ballantyne, Frieda E. (Striemer) June 16, 2005. Beloved wifed of the late John; dear mother of Douglas (Sharon) and Beverly Ballantyne; step-grandmother of Suzanne (Trent) Boling; step-great-grandmother of Tristan, Trey and Trevin 'special-grandmother' of Kevin and Aiden Adgate; survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the JAMES E. GRACE FUNERAL HOME INC., 335 Ontario St., Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where funeral services will be held Tuesday at 10 AM. Frieda was a member of Betsy Ross Levant Chapter #695 O.E.S., under whose auspices a service will be held Monday at 7:15 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials to People's Inc., 310 Delaware Ave., Buffalo NY, 14202 or Alzheimer's Assn. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Bamberg, Roy K. June 17, 2005; survived by nieces, nephews & cousins. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. No prior visitations. Arrangements by the DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Barkley, Thomas L. June 16, 2005; beloved husband of Eula (nee Winfield); also survived by four grandchildren and a host of other relatives. The family will receive friends Tuesday at 11:00 AM at St. John Baptist Church, 184 Goodell St., where funeral services will follow at 12:00 Noon. Rev. Michael Chapman officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements by THOMAS T. EDWARDS FUNERAL HOME INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Bater, Robert B. Age 67, of Arcade, December 23, 2004, beloved husband of Mary (nee Juchnowski); father of Lawrence T. Bater; step-father of Tamara (Tim) Sutkowski and William D. (Marlene) Mills; brother of Marguerite Jann, Eva (George) Szabla, Donald (Nancy) Bater and the late Raymond Bater, June Somers and Lawrence Bater; also survived by six grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, June 25 at 11 AM at W.S. DAVIS FUNERAL HOME INC., 358 W. Main St., Arcade. Mr. Bater was retired from GM, Delevan Plant. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Bennett, Michael Shawn Formerly Niagara Falls, NY; May 14, 2005; husband of Annie; father of Nathan, Austin, Hannah and Williams; son of Chuck and Nancy Bennett; brother of Tim Reeb, Steven McGuire, Lynn McMullen and Jayne McGuire. A service celebrating Michael's life will be held Saturday, June 25, 2005 at 11:00 AM in Colonial Village Presbyterian Church, 4813 Kline Rd., Town of Niagara. Arrangements by LANE FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Berent, Joseph V. Of Lancaster, NY, June 15, 2005, beloved husband of Florence (Dworzanowski); loving father of Elizabeth (Robert) Cummiskey, Karen (Gregory) Chaves, Thomas (Dianne), John (Lucinda) and Kevin (Ashley); grandfather of 13; son of the late Adam and Helen Kolek; brother of Edward (Eleanor), Anne (late Walter) Ciszewski, Helen (Edward) Pacer and Adam (Rose). Family will receive relatives and friends at the WENDEL & LOECHER INC. FUNERAL HOME, 27 Aurora St., Lancaster, Monday only 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary's RC Church, Lancaster, Tuesday morning at 10 AM. (Please assemble at church.) Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/19/2005. Bockstedt Jr., Chester William September 14, 1919 - April 25, 2005. Husband of Jean Hartel Bockstedt for 61 years. Father of eight: Jean Sharon Meister; Chester W. III, Louisa, Katherine Sommer, Donna Mills, Rebecca Reinhardt, Samuel and Aaron; grandfather of 24 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Survived by two brothers Russell and Paul; preceded in death by brother Eugene and sister Lois Farr. Passed on to Glory April 25 in Tucson, AZ. A memorial service is scheduled for July 8 at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 8760 Transit Rd., E. Amherst, 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Masonic Brotherhood Fund c/o Harmonie Lodge, 641 Sweet Home Rd, Amherst, NY 14226; the Hospice Foundation of WNY, 225 Como Park Blvd, Buffalo, NY 14227-1480 or to Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Bova, Dorothy T. (Kryta) June 15, 2005, beloved wife of Anthony; dear mother of Thomas (Renee) Bova; grandmother of Tyler and Lexi; sister of the late Rita Slowikowski & Maryann Kasprzyk; also survived by nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Philip the Apostle Church, 950 Losson Rd., Tuesday 1 PM. Arrangements by the PACER FUNERAL HOME INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Cardarella Sr., Robert S. Of Cheektowaga, NY, June 16, 2005. Beloved husband of Anne M. (DeLellis) Cardarella; dearest father of Robert S. Jr. (Camille), Dennis (Susanne) Cardarella, Nancy A. (David) Bovey; grandfather of Laurie (Chris) Denny, Karen (Pat) Achor, Stephanie, Nicholas, Jennifer, and David; also survived by six great-grandchildren. No prior visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 160 Court St. (behind City Hall), Buffalo, Monday morning at 9:30. Arrangements by CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME INC., 824-6435. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/19/2005. Corbran, Henry W. Of Hamburg, NY June 17, 2005; beloved husband of the late Marie E. (nee Quinn) Corbran; loving father of Patricia (Norman) Hamilton, James (Tracy) and Dennis Corbran; dearest grandfather of Kelly (Ryan) Schlotterbeck, Colleen (Kenneth) Burkhardt, Margaret Hamilton, Kathleen and Andrew Corbran; brother of the late Stanley and Raymond Corbran; beloved friend of Dorothy Kromke. Family will be present to receive friends Sunday 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 prayers will be said Monday morning at 8:45 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary of the Lake Church at 9:30. Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to Hospice Buffalo, Inc. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Cordes, Alexander C. February 15, 2005. The family invites all friends and acquaintances to attend a memorial service to be held at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 724 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, at 4:00 PM on Thursday, June 30, 2005. A reception will follow at the Saturn Club. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/19/2005 - 6/26/2005. Cowan, Walter James June 17, 2005 of Grand Island, NY; beloved husband of Norma (Senn) Cowan and the late Ruth (Williams) Cowan; beloved father of Walter O. W. Cowan, Sharon (Richard) Pearson, Gale (Greg) Miner and Joyce Cowan; devoted grandfather of Ruth, Aaron (Rebecca) and Tamara Miner; brother-in-law of George Williams; son of the late William and Rosa Cowan; brother of the late Donald, William and James Cowan, Mary Durbin and Delores Fisher. Friends may call Monday only 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island, where funeral services will be held Tuesday at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bible Fellowship Center, 1136 Baseline Rd., Grand Island or to the American Heart Association. Mr. Cowan was a member of VFW Post #9249 where a lunch will follow after the services on Tuesday. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Cressman, Eleanor M. (Sager) June 16, 2005, at St. Francis Nursing Facility, Williamsville, following a brief illness. Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Online register book at www.Amigone.com. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Dams, Jane E. Suddenly June 17, 2005 of Kenmore, NY; wife of the late Edward Dams; mother of Virginia Rowe, Sally (Dwight) Hoffman and Kathy (John) Inskip; loving grand mother of Philip (Abbey), Andrew Hoffman, Brett and Julie Inskip; great grandmother of Emma Hoffman; sister of Marie (late Earl) Fries and Walter (late Maxine) Rohe. Private services at the convenience of the family. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Davis, Mark E. Of Niagara Falls, NY, June 17, 2005, age 51, husband of Judith A. (Kapsiak) Davis; son of Clifford P. Davis and Lawanda (Hancock) Davis; father of Dean S. (Erin) Davis, Chad E. Davis and Joseph S. Davis; brother of Steven (Jeanne) Davis, Lonnie (Mark) Neumann, Philip (Doreen) Davis and Dean (Phoebe) Davis; stepfather of Audra (Rodney) Cyrilik, Jennifer (Clinton) White, Deborah and Patrice Noras; grandfather of Kyle Davis, Cyndi and Shelby Davis; step grandfather of Jaclyn, Alexander, Paige, Thomas, and Alyssa; brother-in-law of Stephen (Diane) Kapsiak; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the HARDISON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 3648 Ransomville Rd., Ransomville, NY, Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral Service Tuesday (June 21, 2005) at 11 AM from The Ransomville Free Methodist Church, 3924 Ransomville Rd., Ransomville, NY. Memorials to Roswell Park Cancer Institute. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Doll, James F. July 16, 2005, beloved son of the late Alfred and Cecelia Doll; dear brother of John J. Doll and the late Mary and Brother Athanasius Doll O.C.S.O. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass Tuesday at the Shrine of St. John Neumann Chapel, (Englewood and Belmont), at 9:30 AM. Arrangements by the C. MERTZ and SON FUNERAL HOME, INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Duncan, Edith M. Schatzer June 14, 2005, beloved wife of Stewart R. Duncan; sister of Bruno Schatzer and Hermine; survived by nieces and nephews. A private funeral service was held under the direction of CARLTON A. ULLRICH FUNERAL HOME, INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Fiegel, Anonette L. (Drabik) Of East Amherst, NY, June 18, 2005, loving wife of John; dearest mother of Robert (Sharon) Fiegel, Dennis Fiegel, Joe (Terri) Fiegel and the late John and the late Barbara Fiegel; grandmother of eight and great-grandmother of 13; dearest sister of Frances Michalak and Louise Rej; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral service Tuesday at 10:30 AM from the URBAN BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 6685 Transit Rd., Swormville (three miles north of Maple) and a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary's Church, Swormville at 11:00 AM. Visitation Monday from 3-5 PM. Interment in St. Mary's Cemetery. Antonette was a member of the St. Ann's Society and Picnic Committee of St. Mary's Church. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/19/2005 - 6/20/2005. Gian, Rose D. (DiPasquale) June 15, 2005, wife of late Emilio J. Gian; mother of Robert (Jean) Gianfranceschi, David (Kathleen) Gian; grandmother of Meghan (Thomas) Howie, Rebecca, David Jr., Patricia Gian and Noah Gianfranceschi; sister of late Joseph DiPasquale; survived by many loving cousins. Family present Sunday only 2-4 and 7-9 at the PERNA- PELLEGRINO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1671 Maple Rd., (between Youngs and Hopkins Rds.,) Amherst, where Funeral Services will be held Monday at 8:45 AM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Gregory the Great Church at 9:30 AM. Interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society or Arbor Hospice, 2366 Oak Valley Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48103. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/19/2005. Hall, Odell June 14, 2005, leaves to mourn his beloved wife of 46 years, Hortense; father of Deborah, Odell (Cynthia), Jannell and Zeldra; grandfather of eight; great-grandfather of three. Family will receive friends on Monday at 11 AM. Funeral to follow at 12 Noon from the New Hope COGIC, 285 Masten. Arrangements by BRIAN K. LEWIS. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Harris, Albert A. June 17, 2005, of the Town of Tonawanda, NY. Cherished friend of Dorothy 'Dottie' Stout; dear brother of Grace (James) Berhalter; uncle of David (Tracy) Daum. Friends may call Monday 2-4 and 7-9 at the LESTER H. WEDEKINDT, INC. FUNERAL HOME, 3290 Delaware Ave where a funeral service will be held Tuesday morning at 11:00. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 315 Alberta Dr. (14226). Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/19/2005. Hines, Ernestine Entered into rest June 14, 2005; beloved daughter of Ernest and Mary L. Hines; loving sister of Kim M., Angela (Mario) Webber, Barbara (Amos) Idowu and Kevin Hines Jr.; also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends Monday 4-7 PM at THOMAS T. EDWARDS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 995 Genesee St. where funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at 11 AM. Interment Ridge Lawn Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Hoisington, Elizabeth (O'Connor) June 15, 2005, beloved wife of Everett Hoisington and the late Robert Oaks Sr.; dear mother of Robert Oaks Jr. and the late Lucia (David) Ockerman; loving grandmother of Reid, Devin and Kirk Ockerman, Margaret and William Oaks; daughter of the late Elmore and Ruth (O'Connor) Benedict; sister of the late Willard (late Esther) O'Connor and late Frank O'Connor. Friends are invited to attend a prayer service Monday at 11:00 AM at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Orchard Park, NY. No prior visitations. Donations may be sent to Hospice of Buffalo. Arrangements by JAMES CANNAN FUNERAL HOME INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Horvath, Robert W. Of Lackawanna, NY June 18, 2005; beloved husband of Margaret A. (nee Minich) Horvath; dearest father of Ann (Daniel) Sikora, Robert E., Andrew (Dina) and Steve (Theresa) Horvath; also survived by twelve grandchildren; brother of Andrew (Barbara) and Paul (Sharon) Horvath. Family will be present to receive friends Sunday and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Blasdell/Lackawanna Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME, INC. 3450 South Park Ave. where funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 10 AM. Interment in Lakeside Memorial Cemetery. Mr. Horvath was a U.S. Navy Veteran, a member of American Legion Harry Clifton Post #60, member of the Lackawanna Little Loop Organization and Y2K Club. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/19/2005 - 6/20/2005. Iwinski, Sophie June 17, 2005, beloved daughter of the late Anthony and Josephine Iwinski; dearest sister of Florence (Raymond Sr) Herzog; predeceased by brothers and sisters; sister in law of Alice Iwinski. Family will be present to receive friends, Saturday, 7-9, and Sunday, 2-4 and 7-9, at the South Buffalo Chapel of the JOSEPH K. QUINN FUNERAL HOME INC., 192 Abbott Rd. (near Southside Pkwy), where services will be held Monday morning at 8:45, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial from Saints Rita & Patrick Church at 9:30. Interment, St. Stanislaus Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/19/2005. Janusz, John F. June 17, 2005, husband of the late Irene (nee Kozlowski); dear father of Robert (Susan), Susan (Chris) Hager, Donna (Garry) Wallis and Thomas (Jacquelyn); grandfather of Ian, Stefanie, Sarah, Jennifer and Stacie; brother of Ted; predeceased by other brothers and sisters; survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral from the PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd. (two blocks east of Dick Rd.) Monday 9:30 and St. Barnabas Church 10 AM. Friends invited, family present Sunday 2-4 and 7-9. John was Korean War Veteran US Army and Longtime St. Luke's parishioner. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society or Hospice Buffalo Inc. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/19/2005. Johnson, Robert W. May 24, 2005, formerly of Tonawanda, NY, husband of Marylee and the late Thelma; father of Roger (Barbara), James (Karen), Louise (Richard) Dietrich, Gary (Rosanne) Johnson, Katherine (Donald) Matheis; brother of Helen Eakin and late Millard Johnson; also survived by 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at St. Amelia's Church on Eggert Rd., Tonawanda, Saturday, June 25 at 10 AM. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Kadey Jr., Frederic Lionel November 11, 2004, in Wellington, FL; husband of Bonny (Boocock); father of Becky King, Frederic L. Kadey III; grandfather of four. Born in Toronto, lived in Buffalo and Chester, NJ. Earned a B.S. from Rutgers University with teaching fellowship in minerology. Worked at Johns Mansfield for 32 years, served in U.S. Army in Europe and Africa during WWII. Memorial Service will be held June 20, 11 AM at Forest Lawn. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Kluytman, James J. "Shamus" June 17, 2005; beloved husband of Kathleen (nee Argetsinger); dear father of Scott and the late Kevin; son of Frank and the late Alice; nephew and godson of Loraine; son-in-law of the late Genevieve and Phillip Argetsinger; brother of Jane (George) Saeger; uncle of Brian and Matthew. Funeral from the PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC. 2275 George Urban Blvd. (2 blocks East of Dick Rd.) Tuesday 9:30 and St. Barnabas Church 10 AM. Friends Invited. Family present Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/19/2005 - 6/20/2005. Kottas, Joseph E. Suddenly, of Buffalo, NY, June 18, 2005; Husband of the late Florence Krzanak and the late Helen Stawiasz; dearest father of Joseph Jr. (Mary) Kottas, Joan (Richard) Sowinski, Christine Riley, Robert (Janice) Kottas, Jason (Carrie) Kottas, Donna Walentynowicz, Michael, and Edward (Deborah) Wojciechowski; also survived by fourteen grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren; predeceased by brothers and sisters; survived by several nieces and nephews. The family will be present on Monday and Tuesday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM at the KAZMIERCZAK FUNERAL HOME, 3640 Clinton St. (1 block East of Union) where services will be held Wednesday at 8:45 and in St. Casimir Church at 9:30 AM. Joseph was an Army Veteran of WWII and very active in the parish and local community. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/19/2005 - 6/21/2005. Kubik, Megan B. Of Depew, Suddenly, June 17, 2005. Loving daughter of of Michele (nee Piwowarski) and Thomas Kubik; devoted sister of Michael Kubik; Also survived by her beloved dog Peanut. Visitation with family in the EDWARD J. CICHON FUNERAL HOME, 4929 Broadway, Depew Monday 4-8 PM. Relatives and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Church, 10 French Rd., Depew Tuesday at 9:30 AM (please assemble at Church). Flowers gratefully declined. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/19/2005 - 6/20/2005. Kulczynski, Leo J. Of Hamburg, N.Y., June 15, 2005. Beloved brother of the late Virginia T. (late John W.) Kepfer; dearest uncle of Susan (Dr. George) Bancroft and Nancy (Dana) Noud; great-uncle of Reid and Lindsay Bancroft. Private funeral services were held at the convenience of the family Arrangements by JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Kwaczala, Theresa (Stobnicki) June 16, 2005, mother of Bernadette (Paul) Szalda, David and Lawrence (Linda) Kwaczala; grandmother of Kathleen (Charles) McNerney, Bryan Szalda; Gregory, Melissa, Terri Ann, David and Jessie Kwaczala; sister of the late Irene, Alice, Mary Joan and Barbara. Friends may call Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Buffalo Chapel) THOMAS H. McCARTHY FUNERAL HOME, 1975 Seneca St., where funeral will be held Monday morning at 9:00 AM and from St. Teresa Church at 9:30. Mrs. Kwaczala retired from Mercy Hospital after 20 years. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/19/2005. Lenhardt, Paul Of Elma, NY, June 17, 2005, beloved husband of Melitta Steinke Lenhardt; dear father of Heidi (Len 'Bill') Touth of Columbus, OH and Cornelia (Eric) Fredricks of Winchester, VA; fond grandfather of Curtiss and Jennifer Fredricks; brother of Eva (Adam) Meister of Austria, Magdalene (late Philip) Keipert of Germany and Franz (Luz-Elba) Lenhardt of California. Friends may call Monday 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 services will be held Tuesday at 1:30 o'clock. Friends are invited. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Loiacono, Raymond June 16, 2005 of Cuba, NY. Formerly of Angola, NY. Beloved husband of Angeline (nee Galbo); father of Shirley Ann Cala of Angola, Gerald R. (Jean) Loiacono and Jacob (Dolores) Loiacono, both of Cuba; also survived by nine grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, a half sister Lucy (George) Tarkowski of Erie, PA and several nieces and nephews; predeceased by a grandson Raymond Guy Loiacono, brothers Frank and Joseph Loiacono, Jacob Licone, a sister Betty Wunz and two half sisters Clara and Alice. No prior visitation. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, June 24, 2005 at 11:00 AM in Most Precious Blood Church, Angola. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Angola. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of WNY, 2805 Wehrle Dr., Ste. 6, Williamsville, NY 14221-7380. Arrangements by McINTOSH FUNERAL HOME, Cuba, NY (585-968-1220). Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Lueke, Leroy Rex Of Alden, NY, June 16, 2005, husband of the late Betty Lueke; dear father of Patricia (late Art) Keller, Susan (John) Mye and James (Cindy) Lueke; son-in-law of Luella Bailey; also survived by five grandchildren; predeceased by many brothers and sisters. Funeral services from the CHARLES MEYER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 13228 Broadway, Alden, NY Monday at 10 AM. Family present Saturday and Sunday 4-8 PM only. Memorials may be made to Hospice Buffalo, Inc. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/19/2005. Macdonald, Clara A.V. (Schultz) Of Elma, NY, June 16, 2005, wife of the late Donald C. MacDonald, Sr.; mother of Carol (Richard) Schasel, Don (Carol) MacDonald, Patricia (Kim) Wittenrich and Elizabeth (Randy) Saltzman; survived by 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; sister of Emil (late Emma Schultz), Gertrude (late Paul) Goldfuss, Betty (Robert) Wachowiak and the late Fred (Dorothy) Schultz; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday 4-8 PM at the KENNETH HOWE FUNERAL HOME, 64 Maple St., East Aurora. Funeral services will be held 10 AM Tuesday at the Faith Lutheran Church, 1230 Bowen Rd, Elma, NY 14059. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the church. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/19/2005. Maciuba, Rita J. (Grabowski) June 2, 2005 of Lackawanna, NY. Survived by Donald Maciuba, Randy Maciuba, Renee Sibiga and two grandchildren, Tiffany and Amanda. A Mass will follow. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/19/2005. Mack, Dorothy A. "Toni" (nee Galanopulos) June 15, 2005, at age 80, beloved wife of the late Robert L. Mack; dearest mother of Roberta L. Mack, Denise L. (Barney) Brazitis of Seattle WA, Gregory J. (Pamela) Mack, and Brian A. Mack; loving grandmother of Anthony Mack, Justin (Jalyon) Goddard, Kristen (Archie) Galloway, Anton, Nicole, Angel and LeStar Mack, and three great-grandchildren; sister of Peter (Kristy) Gallas and a half sister Catherine. The family will be present on Monday from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM at the (Delaware Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 1132 Delaware Ave., where funeral services will follow at 12:30 PM. Friends invited. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/19/2005. Marquis, Vivian A. June 11, 2005. Daughter of the late Joseph Louis and Matilda Beuche Marquis; dear sister of William Marquis of Buffalo and Geraldine (late George) Stiles of East Aurora and the late Helen Marquis, Joseph L. Jr. and Evelyn Tahanney; aunt of Heidi Marquis, George Stiles of East Aurora, Linda (William) Brophy of Lakeland, FL, Donald Stiles of East Aurora, Kathleen (George) Dodge of Louisville, KY and the late Judy Lohr; great-aunt of Ted, Bradley Lohr, Michael, Robert, Kyle Brophy, Ann, Thomas, Mark Dodge. Friends may call Sunday at the SCHLAGER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 4614 Main St., Snyder, where the family will be present from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Prayers Monday morning at 11:15 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial 12 noon at St. Joseph Church, University Heights. Friends invited. Miss Marquis was a member of the Rosary and Altar Society of St. Joseph Church. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/19/2005. McCarthy, William F. June 17, 2005, of Amherst, NY, beloved husband of Beatrice E. 'Betty Manhart; dear father of David G. (Patricia) McCarthy, Paula (Charles) Hayes and the late Kenneth (survived by Trish) McCarthy; grandfather of Brian, Melissa, Matthew, Abbey and Shawn; brother of James, Betty Conk, Eileen Rollier and the late John, Robert and Eugene McCarthy. Friends may call Sunday from 6-8 PM at the STEPHAN-BURNS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 266 East St. at Austin. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Christopher's RC Church Monday at 10 AM. Please assemble at church. Flowers gratefully declined. Bill was a member of the Knights of St. John Commandery #150. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/19/2005. Novelli, Jerry "Chiarino" June 5, 2005, age 89, a resident of Sanibel for the past 16 years, passed away Sunday, June 5, 2005 after a brief illness in the arms of his loving wife of 26 years Joanne. Born March 18, 1916 in Leominster, Massachusetts to Dominic and Felicetta Novelli who were from Coserta, Italy near Rome. Jerry was an entrepreneur personified who owned his own business DeRonde Hardware, Inc. in Buffalo, NY for many years. He was a Navy Veteran, a member of the Sanibel-Captiva Lions Club and a Melvin Jones Fellow, the American Legion, US Power Squadron and a Past Commander of the Buffalo Power Squadron, the Elks, and the Ellis Island Foundation. Surviving are his wife, Joanne Novelli of Sanibel, two sons, Richard Novelli of Key West, FL and Robert Brown of Denmark, two daughters, Diane Novelli of Charleston, SC, and Kathleen Hurst of Chicago, IL, brother, Angelo Novelli of Leominster, MA, grandchildren, Nikolai, Matthew and Richard, and 3 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Pippin, Alfredo, Salvatore and Asunta. In memory of Jerry Novelli, donations can be made to the Sanibel-Captiva Lions Club, PO Box 391, Sanibel, Florida 33957. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Ortiz, Mary Olivia Felician Sisters Congregation Aurora Ortiz June 16, 2005. Beloved daughter of the late Ignatius and Josephine (Contreras); sister of Amelia Ingersoll, Connie Pasier, Eva Scahill, Esther Varisco, David, Robert and the late Alfred and Leopold Ortiz; also survived by nieces and nephews. Felician Sisters and family present Saturday 2-4 and 7-9 PM and Sunday 2-5 PM at the Villa Maria Convent. Transfer of Sister from the Convent to the Chapel Sunday 5 PM. Mass of Christian Burial Monday at 9:30 AM at Villa Maria Convent Chapel, 600 Doat Street. Memorials may be made to Villa Maria Convent. Arrangements by PIETSZAK FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Orwat, Eugene Henry Aiken, SC - Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Eugene Henry Orwat will be celebrated Wednesday, June 15, 2005 at 10 AM at St. Mary's Help of Christians Catholic Church, Aiken, SC, with Father Venancio Amidar, celebrant. Interment will take place at a later date in Calvary Cemetery, Aiken, SC. Mr. Orwat, 81, of Aiken, SC died Tuesday morning, June 14, 2005 at Mattie C. Hall Health Care Center, Aiken, SC. Born in Buffalo, NY, a son of the late Michael and Mary Trembacz Orwat, he had been a resident of Cheektowaga, NY, prior to coming to Aiken, SC, in October of 1999. Eugene was a very active fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus, Fr. Justin Council #5670, St. Hyanchints Men's Choir, I.J. Paderewski Singing Circle, Queen City Chordsmen, the Resurrection Roman Catholic Church Choir, the Holy Name Society, and was a member of the Depew American Legion Post #1528 and a life member of Twin Village Post #463. He was a life member of the DAV Post #43 of Aiken, SC. He retired as a Dispatcher from Bell Aerospace after thirty-four years of service and was an Insurance Broker and Real Estate Salesperson. Mr. Orwat proudly served his country in the United States Army during World War II in the 87th Infantry Division, the Golden Acorns, and was the recipient of the Purple Heart Medal. He is survived by his wife of fifty-eight years, Dorothy (Gawryszweska) Orwat, son, Dennis Eugene Orwat (Laurie Jean) and grandchildren Christie Lea, Dennis Eugene, Jr., and Melissa Sue Orwat, Aiken, SC. He was preceded in death by brothers Stephen, Thadeus, Stanley, Arthur and sister Lorraine Kawecki. Memorials may be made to St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic School, P.O. Box 438, Aiken, SC 29802 or to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, 1230 Johnson Ferry Rd., Suite E30, Marietta, GA 30068. Visit www.GeorgeFuneralHomes.com to sign the online condolence register and view the obituary. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Palczynski, Dorothy C. (Bitka) June 17, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Peter Palczynski; devoted mother of Cynthia (Edmund) Hagan and Joseph P. Palczynski; dear daughter of the late Anthony and Katherine (Palczak) Bitka; dear sister of Adeline (late Sigmund) Furch, Daniel (Roberta) Bitka and Irene Bitka; dear sister-in-law of Frieda Mall, Richard Palczynski and Irene Stenclik; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral services at the BUSZKA FUNERAL HOME INC., 2005 Clinton St. (corner South Ogden) Wednesday at 9:30 AM and at St. Bernard Church at 10 AM. Mrs. Palczynski was an Army nurse during WW II and an employee of Trico Products for several years. Visitation Monday and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/19/2005 - 6/20/2005. Pearsoll, Isabel H. (Merow) Of Angola, NY, June 17, 2005, wife of the late William J. Pearsoll; dearest mother of Joann (Gary) Widmer and the late Donna Gregory; grandmother of Gary (Tammy) and Robert (Lynn) Widmer, Christine, Edgar (Jean) and Leigh Ann Gregory, William (Lydia), Michelle and Lance Hall; also survived by 13 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Friends may call Sunday from 6-9 PM at the ADDISON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 262 Main St., Angola, NY. Funeral Services will be held Monday at 11:30 AM in Holy Cross Lutheran Cemetery, Farnham, NY. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Perdziak, Lorraine C. (Mikolajczyk) June 15, 2005, wife of the late Paul F. Perdziak; mother of Jeffrey S. (Jeannie) and Jason P. Perdziak; grandmother of Casey, Eric, Dusty and Ryan Perdziak; sister of George (Connie) Mikolajczyk, Rita (Thomas) Dudczak and Vincent Mikolajczyk; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the DENGLER & ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME, 8630 Transit Rd., E. Amherst (one mile north of Maple) where prayers will be offered Monday morning at 9:15 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary's Church, Swormville at 10 AM. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/19/2005. Redlein, Roy W. June 18, 2005, of Cheektowaga, NY, beloved husband of Hilda (nee Sauer); dearest father of Patricia Miller, late Daniel, Linda Wyatt, Roy (Cheryl), Joanne Pry, Susan (Harold) Hoffmeier, Debbie Wyatt, Colleen (John) Gebera, Michael (Desiree) and Robin (Gary) Meller; brother of the late Theo (William) Mallwitz and the late Mark Redlein; also survived by 25 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Family will be present to receive relatives and friends 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 Tuesday at 10 AM. Mr. Redlein was a veteran of WWII, a member of VFW Post #416 and a member of Carpenters Local Union #9. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to Hospice Foundation, 225 Como Park Blvd., Cheektowaga 14227. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/19/2005 - 6/20/2005. Reszetucha, Jeffery R. June 16, 2005 of Grand Island, son of Jerome and Nancy Reszetucha; father of Chelsea and the late Jeffery Reszetucha; brother of Jason (Marge) Reszetucha, Jeffery (Sherry) Crane, Ron (Beth) Crane and the late Jerry Reszetucha; also survived by three nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass is being celebrated June 21 at St. Stephen's Church, Grand Island. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/21/2005. Roth, Arthur W. Of Hamburg, NY, June 16, 2005, husband of Doris (nee Duchman); father of Debra (Bruce) Wrobewski and Judy (Robert) McNerney; brother of the late Carl (Jean) Roth and Emily Mulhollan; grandfather of Andrew Wrobewski, Shannon and Suzanne McNerney. Friends are invited to attend a memorial service at Hillcrest Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel, Wednesday at 10 AM. No prior visitation. Arrangements by DONALD M. DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME INC. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/19/2005 - 6/20/2005. Schamberger, Vivienne T. Of the Town of Tonawanda, at age 93, beloved wife of the late Herbert J. Schamberger; dear mother of Muriel (late Kenneth) Varshay, Marianne (late Richard) Clark, David (Carol), Candace (Donald) Sommer and the late Ronald (Korean War Casualty); dear grandmother of 14; great-grandmother of 30, and great-great grandmother of 1. No prior visitation. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, June 20 at 11:30 AM by Pastor George at the Chapel at Crosspoint, 500 Crosspoint Pkwy., Getzville. Flowers gratefully declined. Arrangements by LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Schmauss, M. Virginia (Riley) 'Ginger', Died unexpectedly on Friday, June 17, 2005 of East Aurora, NY; beloved wife of Daniel J. Schmauss; survived by three daughters, Katherine Ann (Daniel) Grew, Patricia Mary (William) Pendleton, Elizabeth Linn (Brian) Riemer; and two sons, Joseph George (Merry) Schmauss II and Michael Edward (Kimberly) Schmauss; also surviving are her loved and cherished grandchildren, Kevin, Peter, Mary and Elizabeth Grew, Riley and Molly Pendleton and Joshua and Gretchen Riemer; daughter of the late Edward and Florence (Howe) Riley; she is survived by her brother Stephen V. (Deborah) Riley and her sister Katherine Ann (John) Mehigan; predeceased by her brother George (Patricia) Riley; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Monday & Tuesday 2-4 & 7-9 PM at the WOOD FUNERAL HOME, 784 Main Street, East Aurora. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday at 11 AM at Immaculate Conception RC Church, 520 Oakwood Ave., East Aurora (please assemble at church). Private interment in St. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Hamburg. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/19/2005 - 6/21/2005. Schmidt Jr., Walter S. June 17, 2005 of East Aurora, NY, beloved husband of Jean Pearsall Schmidt; father of Paul B. (Elise) of Santa Fe, NM, Hugh F. of Madison, WI, Karen Schmidt and the late Walter S., III; grandfather of Richard P. (Wendy) Sisson, III and great-grandfather of Liam M. Sisson of Avon, NY. Mr. Schmidt was a U.S. Army Air Corps Pilot flying B-17's in combat during WWII in the European Theatre and also a graduate of Cornell University. Funeral services private. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/19/2005 - 6/20/2005. Schreiber, Carol M. (Hoeh) June 16, 2005, of East Aurora, NY. Beloved wife of the late Willard R. Schreiber; beloved mother of David R. (Jennifer), James R. (Cheryl Savage), Christina M. Schreiber (Raymond S. More) and the late Diane C. Schreiber; loving grandmother of Cody C., Courtney K. and Connor D. Schreiber and Joseph R. Giglio; sister of John (Kathy), Robert (Kathy) and Donald (Dawn) Hoeh; sister-in-law of Peter (Eileen) Schreiber; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends on Sunday 3-7 PM and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the WOOD FUNERAL HOME, 784 Main St., East Aurora where services will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 AM. Flowers accepted. Those desiring may make memorials to Hospice Buffalo, Inc., 225 Como Park Blvd., Cheektowaga, NY 14225. Interment in Oakwood Cemetery, East Aurora. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/19/2005. Schuldt, Orville E. Age 85, of the City of Tonawanda, June 16, 2005, following a brief illness, husband of 60 years of Jean M. (nee Defler) Schuldt; father of John (Elyse) Schuldt, James (Leslie) Schuldt, Jill (Martin) Kratus and Jeffrey (Diane) Schuldt; brother of the late Carl W. Schuldt; also survived by seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. A Memorial Service will be conducted in Immanuel Lutheran Church, corner of Scott and William Sts. in the City of Tonawanda Monday, June 20, at 11 AM. Friends invited. A private burial will be in Elmlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church in the City of Tonawanda. Arrangements by JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME, INC., Tonawanda, NY. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Schwindler, Richard J. Of Hamburg, NY, June 18, 2005, husband of the late Gladys (nee Emerling); brother of Thomas, Frank (Patricia) and the late Raymond, Lawrence and Dorothy Schwindler, Grace Ramaekers and Eileen McGuire; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the DONALD M. DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 21 Pierce Ave., Hamburg, Tuesday morning at 9:30 and from SS. Peter & Paul Church at 10:00. Friends invited. Visiting hours Sunday 7-9 PM and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mr. Schwindler was a member of Hamburg Council #2220 K of C and Harry H. Clifton Post #60 American Legion. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/19/2005 - 6/20/2005. Seifert, Glenn Lavern "Ted" Batavia, June 16, 2005, age 86, husband of Mary Brooks Seifert of Batavia; father of Kathleen A. (Karry) Ball of Elba, William J. Seifert of Batavia, Deborah (William Berry) Seifert of Buffalo and Marjorie (Carlos) Aguilar or San Diego, CA and the late Glenn L. Seifert, Jr; grandfather of seven grandchildren. Calling 3 to 6 PM Friday at H. E. TURNER & CO. FUNERAL HOME, 403 E. Main St., Batavia. Services 11 AM Saturday at First United Methodist Church. Memorials to First United Methodist Church, 8221 Lewiston Rd., Batavia, NY 14020. Condolences may be made at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Shane, Victoria (Mlinarchik) Of Cheektowaga, NY, June 18, 2005, dear mother of Charles E. (Alice), Theodore (Joan) Thompson, Catherine M. (Dennis) Sears, Dawn D. (Philip) Sadowski and the late Patrick J. Thompson; also survived by 11 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; sister of the late Dominic (Dorothy), Walter (Jeanette) Augustine, Helen (Larry) McNeight and Alfred (Mary) Mlinarchik. No prior visitation. Memorial Services private. Arrangements by ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE (824-6435). Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Strader Sr., Robert R. June 17, 2005, Age 85; beloved husband of the late Phyllis (nee Young) Strader; dear father of Kathleen (Gerald) Johnson, Robert (Margaret) Strader, Jr., Dennis Strader, Paul Strader, Linda M. Hawkins, Marilou Strader and Philip (Marlene) Strader; grandfather of 16 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. The family will be present to receive friends Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Zurbrick-AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, 5615 Broadway where Funeral Services will be held Tuesday at 10 AM. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Sugg, Vera M. (Becker) Of Depew, June 17, 2005; beloved wife of the late Robert Sugg; devoted mother of Dennis (Kathleen) Klotz; loving grandmother of Holly, Samantha, and William Klotz; dear sister of Richard (Terry), Lester, Alvin (Norma) Becker, Joan (James) Hellyer, Lois (Stan) Pawlowski, Donna (late Steve) Berkish, Rose DeLong, Doris (late Al) Jordan; also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation with family in the EDWARD J. CICHON FUNERAL HOME, 4929 Broadway, Depew Sunday 2-6 PM. Relatives and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial in St. James Church 496 Terrace Blvd., Depew Monday at 9:30 AM (Please assemble at Church.) Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Wellenzohn, Henry J. Of Blasdell N.Y., June 16, 2005. Loving son of the late Anton and Louise Wellenzohn; dearest brother of Pauline (late Alois) Langes, Helen E. Wellenzohn, Elizabeth (Joseph) Robinson and the late Johanna (late Constantine) Gugliuzza, Anton L. (Helen F.) and Mary Ann (late Bud) Hillman; also survived by many nieces and nephews. 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., where prayers will be said Monday morning at 9 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Mother of Good Counsel Church at 9:30. Interment will follow in St. Vincent's Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News from 6/18/2005 - 6/19/2005. Woodard, Richard E. Of Tonawanda, NY, June 17, 2005; beloved husband of Pearl (Maggio) Woodard; loving father of Darlene (Fred) Blackwell, Maureen (Larry) Albee and the late Linda Lee Woodard; dear brother of Marion (late Richard) Reed; cherished grandfather of Debbie-Lynn, Susan-Ann, Keith-Richard, Tawnya and Ashley; great grandfather of Sarah. Private Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Mr. Woodard is a WWII Army Veteran, a member of the Disabled Veterans and a member at Brighton Golf Course. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Online condolences and a video tribute may be seen at www.oconnellfh.net. Arrangements by O'CONNELL MURPHY FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Wroblewski, Theresa A. (Banko) June 17, 2005; beloved wife of the late Edwin Wroblewski; mother of the late Agnes Wesley; grandmother of Kathleen Saladyga, Sharon, Robert and Marsha Wesley; great grandmother of Joseph Wesley, Sarah Saladyga, Stephen Saladyga, Jessica Wesley and Alexis Wesley; great great grandmother of Alex. Private Memorial Mass will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations to Northwest Buffalo Community Development Center, 155 Lawn Ave., Buffalo, NY 14207. Arrangements by the C. MERTZ & SON FUNERAL HOME, INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005. Zapotoczny, David M. Suddenly, June 18, 2005, beloved son of George (Sheryle Misener) Zapotoczny and Arlene (James) Kirchmeyer; dear brother of Cynthia Zapotoczny (Robert) Prawel; also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. No prior visitation. Funeral Services private. Donations to The Assumption Church Preservation Fund. Arrangements by KOLANO FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News on 6/19/2005.