OBITS: The Buffalo News Death Notices 6 Mar 2005; Buffalo, Erie co., New York text-formatted by W. David Samuelsen for USGenWeb Archives *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.org/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.org/ny/nyfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: The Buffalo News http://www.buffalonews.com Albee, Dolores J. (Gerland) March 2, 2005; beloved wife of Albert F. Albee; dearest mother of Donald (Ann), Larry (Maureen) and Robert (Doreen) Albee; dear grandmother of eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; sister of Milton Gerland, Arlene Corcoran, Kenneth (Mary) Gerland, Shirley (John) Todoroff, Jack (Libby) Gerland, Roy Gerland and Sandra (Mark) Dlugosz. No prior visitation. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, April 2nd, at 10:30 AM in St. Amelia Church, 2999 Eggert Road, Tonawanda. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to Our Lady of Victory Home, Buffalo, NY 14218. Arrangements by AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Amato, Salvatore P. March 3, 2005, beloved husband of Ann (Mangione) Amato; father of Susanne (Dennis) Cardarella, Anthony (Diane) Amato, Denise (David) Amico; grandfather of Stephanie, Jennifer Cardarella, Danielle, Anthony Amato Jr., and Kristen Amico; brother of Mary Palumbo. Family present to receive friends Saturday and Sunday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM, at the PERNA-PELLEGRINO FUNERAL HOME, 1306 Hertel Ave. (near Colvin Ave.), where Funeral Services will be held Monday at 8:45 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from St. Margaret's Church at 9:30 AM. Entombment at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Mr. Amato was an active member of the St. Margaret's Seniors. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Andolina, Alice M. (Stasi) Of Buffalo, NY, entered into rest March 4, 2005, beloved wife of the late John A. Andolina; devoted mother of Charles A. (late Marilynn) Andolina and Ralph D. (Pamela) Andolina; cherished grandmother of Ralph Jr., Louis, Stephen, Allison and Amy; loving daughter of the late Antonio and Mary Ann (nee Favillo) Stasi; dear sister of four sisters and two brothers; also survived by relatives and friends. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel), 3060 Abbott Rd. near Lake Ave. on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral will be held on Monday morning at 8:15 o'clock and a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church at 9 o'clock. Entombment Elmlawn Cemetery. getlogo,lo0240 Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Barbett, Vera I. (Lockwood) Of Depew, NY, March 5, 2005, beloved wife of the late William Barbett; dearest mother of Daryle (Clifford) Lutz of FL, Carole (Roger) Moore of FL and Bonnie (Gregory) Jakubczak; fond grandmother of six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; sister of the late Louis (late Beatrice) Lockwood. Friends may call Monday only 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the PAUL A. KLOC BLOSSOM CHAPELS INC., 4680 Clinton St., (corner of Borden Rd.), West Seneca, (668-5666), where Funeral will be held Tuesday morning at 8:45 AM and from St. Gabriel's Church at 9:30 o'clock. Friends are invited. Mrs. Barbett was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary D.A.V. #203 of Depew, NY, V.F.W. Post #463, Depew, NY and delivered Meals on Wheels. Sentiments may be expressed through a contribution to the Alzheimer's and Related Disorders Assn. of WNY Inc. in memory of Vera I. Barbett. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Barczykowski, Ronald A. March 5, 2005, of Cheektowaga, NY, cherished husband of Nancy M. (nee Maliszewski); loving father of Kevin R. (Jennifer) and Brian M. Barczykowski; devoted grandfather of Tyler; dearest brother of Linda (Jim) Machowski; son of the late Alois Barczykowski and the late Helen Peploe; cousin of Marion and Roxanne Goslinski. Funeral services commencing at the DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME, 2510 Union Rd., Cheektowaga (two blocks south of William St.) Tuesday at 9:45 AM and at St. Gabriel's R.C. Church at 10:30 AM. Family present to receive friends Sunday 6-8 PM and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mr. Barczykowski was a Fourth Degree of The Knights of Columbus Father Justin Council #5670, member of parish Holy Name Society, Vietnam Veterans of America, DAV and Southtowns Umpire Association. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Berkeley, Evelyn F. (Crowley) Of Orchard Park, NY, formerly of Swampscott, MA; entered into rest March 1, 2005, beloved wife of the late Philip E. Berkeley Sr.; devoted mother of Martin Drennan, Leslie (Joseph) Harvey and Philip E. Jr. (Carol) Berkeley; cherished grandmother of several grandchildren; loving daughter of the late Albert and Sarah (nee Doyle) Crowley; dear sister of the late Carol and Albert Crowley Jr.; also survived by relatives and friends. No prior visitation. Private funeral services were held. Arrangements by LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME. getlogo,lo0240 Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Berkich, Steve Of Lancaster, March 4, 2005. Beloved husband of Donna (Becker) Berkich; devoted father of Steven Jr. (Rose), Stephen (Kathleen) Graves and Diana Berkich; loving grandfather of two grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and three step-grandchildren; also survived by sisters, brothers, nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Relatives and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial in St. James Church, 496 Terrace Blvd., Depew, Tuesday at 9:30 AM. Flowers gratefully declined. Arrangements by EDWARD J. CICHON FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Beutner, Shirley (Petschke) Age 75 of the City of Tonawanda, N.Y., March 3, 2005. Wife of the late Alan C. Beutner; step-mother of Andrew (Lydia) Beutner, Brian Beutner and the late Mark Beutner; step-mother-in-law of Janice (late Mark) Beutner; sister of Robert Petschke; aunt of Sharon (Richard) Knorr and Greg (Linda) Petschke; also survived by many step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren. There will be no prior visitation. A Memorial Service will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church, corner of Scott & William Sts. in the City of Tonawanda, Monday, March 7th at 7:00 PM. Friends invited. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church. Arrangements by the JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME INC., City of Tonawanda, N.Y. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Bienko, Eleanore E. (Pijanowski) March 4, 2005, beloved wife of Daniel J. Bienko and the late Marcel Lenartowicz; dearest mother of Judith (Robert) Golombek and James (Kathleen) Lenartowicz; cherished grandmother and friend of Kristyn and Jason; stepmother of Kathleen (Gil) Reyes, Daniel (Gina) Bienko and their children; sister of Raymond Pijanowski; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family present to receive friends at the DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME, 2047 Broadway, Cheektowaga-Buffalo City Line, Monday only 7-9 PM (prayer servcie at 8:30 PM). Flowers gratefully declined. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Boye, Virginia R. March 3, 2005; dear sister of Donald (late Ann) and the late William Boye; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the CUSACK FUNERAL HOME, 250 Orchard Park Rd., West Seneca (same location as Sieck & Mast F.H.) where funeral services will be held Monday at 10 AM. Virginia was a former employee at M & T. Bank for forty years. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Britton, June J. (Salhem) February 27, 2005, beloved wife of the late Jack Britton; beloved mother of the late Laurel Teal; dear sister of Gerri (late Raymond) Schenauer and the late William Salhem; dear sister-in-law of Marie Salhem; loving grandmother of Justin Teal; also survived by several nieces and nephews; dear friend of Barbara Walters. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, March 9 at 11:00 AM at St. Michael and All Angels Church, 81 Burke Dr., where memorials may be made in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/8/2005. Browne, Lorraine V. March 5, 2005, beloved wife of the late William Browne; dear sister of Orville (Helen) Swanson and the late Ralph (the late Esther) (Phyllis) Swanson; daughter of the late Oscar Swanson and Lilly (nee Anderson) Swanson; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday 4-8 PM at the DENGLER & ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME, 3000 Delaware Ave., Kenmore, where Funeral Services will be held Tuesday at 10 AM. getlogo,mc0540 Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Brunetti, Marion L. (Cioppa) March 5, 2005, beloved wife of the late Pasquale Brunetti; dearest mother of Loretta Abrams; survived by six grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great-grandchildren; sister of the late Frank (late Rose), Anthony (late Beatrice), Pasquale (late Catherine), Carmen (Mary), Samuel (late Jane), Joseph (Norma) Cioppa; survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral Service from the BARRON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3025 William St. near Union Rd., Cheektowaga, Tuesday at 11:00 AM and in Fourteen Holy Helpers Church at 11:45 AM. Family will be present on Monday only 2-8 PM. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Brunton Sr., Robert T. March 3, 2005; beloved husband of Alice G. Brunton; father of Robert 'Tom' (Peg), Linda A. (Mary-Ann Anderson) Brunton, Barbara E. (Gene) Zentz; grandfather of Laura, Betsy, Scot, Becki, Jocelyn, Gennifer; survived by six great-grandchildren; brother of Dorothy Bone and Janet Milkey. Friends may call starting March 11, Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM and Saturday 2-4 at the DENGLER & ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME, 3000 Delaware Ave., Kenmore. Funeral private. Memorials to Kenmore Rotary Foundation, 3200 Elmwood Ave., Kenmore, NY 14217 or Nature Conservancy, 4245 N. Fairfax Dr., Suite 100, Arlington, VA 22203-1606. getlogo,mc0540 Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/11/2005. Byers, Hazel (Church) February 8, 2005 of Hamburg, NY; wife of the late Allen C. Manter and Donald H. Byers; step-mother of Bonnie (Werner) Strehler of Switzerland, Blaine (Julie) Byers of Glenview, IL and Brent (Terri) Byers of Washington, DC; sister of the late Laura Mackenson, Florence Hale, Adelia Van Horn, George Church and Ellis Church; sister-in-law of Phyllis Roop; also survived by five grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Hamburg United Methodist Church Memorial Fund. Flowers gratefully declined. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Cegielski, Mary E. (Stefaniak) March 3, 2005, devoted wife of the late Jerome 'Mike'; beloved mother of Diane (Richard) Kozak; cherished grandmother of Richard Jr. (Joanne), Ronald (fiancee Charlene Marino) and Robert (Michele) Kozak; great-grandmother of Maia, Jonah, Matthew and our angels, Kristen and Dylan Kozak; daughter of the late Martin and Mary (Grobelski) Stefaniak; sister of the late Casimer (late Mary) Stefaniak, late Lillian (late John) Filipski, late Frank (Angeline) Stefaniak, Martha (late Stanley) Wegrzynowski, late Bernard Stefaniak, late Frances (late Henry) Kuras, Clara (late Joseph) Szymanski, late Gloria (late Richard) Ogrodnik, late Rita Stefaniak, late Angeline (late Jerry) Zakrzewski and the late Florence (late Eugene) Sadek; sister-in-law of the late Edward (late Helen), Dorothy (late John) Florczak, late Emily (late Joseph) Kubacki, late Raymond (Mildred) and the late Richard (late Lydia) Cegielski; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Family and friends may call Saturday 5-9 PM and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the ORLOWSKI-PIETSZAK FUNERAL HOME, 2400 William St. (897-2400) and attend a Mass of Christian Burial, Monday 9:30 at St. John Kanty Church (please assemble at church). Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Cerami, Sandra (Bond) March 3, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Louis Cerami; dear mother of Michael (Cathleen) Martinez, Peter (Barbara) Martinez, Pamela (Bill) Moran and Linda Martinez; grandmother of nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild; sister of Lillian Talarico and the late Shirley Brady, Beverly Schifferle and Roger Bond; also survived by several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held Monday from the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2600 Sheridan Dr. (at Parker Blvd.) at 11:00 AM. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired, contributions may be made to the resident council of Elderwood Health Care at Heathwood, 815 Hopkins Rd., Williamsville, NY 14221. Online register at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Cheney, Kathleen Kenefick Born on July 9, 1932, in Buffalo, NY to Ted and Polly Kenefick. She attended Westover School in Connecticut, graduating with honors, and went on to Vassar College for two years. After spending a year at a finishing school in Florence, Italy she went to work for Time-Life in New York City. In 1963 she received her BA from Catholic University in Washington, D.C. el,1 On November 13, 1961, Kathleen married Ronald L. Cheney in Buffalo, NY. Two years later her only child, Felicia, was born. Kathleen was a loving and attentive mother while she was capable. It is likely that for many years, Kathleen managed to quell any outward signs of paranoid schizophrenia, but in the 1960's her disease became unmanageable. Eventually, Kathleen tried to take her own life and lost custody of her daughter. Following her downturn, Kathleen moved from Cambridge to Buffalo and finally to Santa Fe, New Mexico, where she remained until the mid 1980's. Without consistent care and medication, Kathleen succumbed to the ravages of her disease. For the remaining 20 years of her life, she spent her time between mental institutions and halfway houses. el,1 Prior to the onset of her disease, Kathleen was a funny, intelligent, attractive, and vibrant woman. Even until her death she retained her sharp sense of irony, was fluent in Italian and French, and sketched well. The paranoia and hallucinations, however, took over such a large part of her psyche that she trusted no one, not even her family and was rendered incapable of handling everyday life. In the end, Kathleen spurned the love and attention of her entire family and all of her friends. She died alone on December 2, 2004. el,1 Kathleen's daughter struggled for years to find meaning in her mother's suffering. Only when her friend wrote the following poem in sympathy did she begin to see the gift: el,2 Some live their lives in rainbow hues When they leave this earth it's big news Their colors had been displayed across the sky, They are missed by many who ask why. el,1 Others live their lives in a forest of trees A whisper of sound in the breeze A shaft of sunlight hitting one place For a moment of time in that space. el,1 While maybe not bearers of extravagant color, Their presence is felt and lives made fuller. Although your mom was not someone I knew, I'll celebrate her life because she made you. el,2 Survivors include her older sister, Sheila Bertozzi of Palm Desert, CA, her daughter, Felicia Cheney, her son-in-law, Robert Fynbo and two grandchildren, Colin Day and Gavin Fynbo all of Edgartown, MA, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Her younger brother, Michael Kenefick of Seattle, WA, and Palm Desert, CA, died in February of 2005. el,1 Donations may be made in Kathleen's name to the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill or to the Albright-Knox Art Gallery of Buffalo, NY. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Clontz, Robert I. March 3, 2005, age 81 of Tonawanda, after a long illness, husband of the late Ruth E. Clontz; father of Rose (John) Olson, Richard Clontz, Robin Kelly and Robert (Krista) Clontz; also survived by 17 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Sunday only at the HAMP FUNERAL HOME INC., Adam and Seymour Sts., Tonawanda, where funeral services will be held at 1:30 PM Monday. Friends invited. If desired, memorials to the American Cancer Society are preferred. Mr. Clontz was an Army Veteran of WW II and was employed at the General Motors Engine Plant before retiring. Complete obituary, condolences and directions at www.hampfuneral.com Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Coniglio, Marion (Cappellano) Born to Andrew and Frances Cappellano on April 27, 1921 in Austin, PA., moved to Buffalo, N.Y. in 1924, resided in Palm Bay, FL., since 1983. Devoted and loving wife of and survived by Raymond A., her husband of 63 years, two sons, Raymond of Sebastian, FL. and Ronald (Debra) of Amherst, N.Y.; three grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; one brother, Andrew Cappellano of N. Tonawanda, N.Y. Friends may call Monday 6-9 PM at the HARRY A. WEDEKINDT FUNERAL HOME INC., 280 Cleveland Hwy. at N. Bailey. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday at 9:15 AM at St. Leo the Great Church. Friends invited. Please assemble at church. Marion retired from the Sweet Home School District after 28 years of employment. She was Chairwoman of numerous activities in Holiday Park in Palm Bay, FL. including the Beautification Committee. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired, memorials to Hospice of Health First, Palm Bay, FL., would be appreciated. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Cook, Donald T. Of Hamburg, NY, March 2, 2005, husband of Joan (nee DeFerari); father of Brendan (Diane), Terence (Sandra), Christopher (Lynn), Coleen (David) Calabrese, Noelle, Justin (Molly) and Kevin (Jean) Cook; brother of the late William (Roberta) Cook; also survived by 12 grandchildren. Funeral from the DONALD M. DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME INC., 21 Pierce Ave., Hamburg, Monday at 9:20 and from St. Bernadette's Church, 5930 South Abbott Rd., Orchard Park, at 10:00. Friends invited. Visiting hours: Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Memorials may be made to Erie County Bar Assn. Foundation or St. Bernadette's Scholarship Fund. Mr. Cook was a member of Hamburg Council No. 2220 K of C, Msgr. Toomey Assembly 4th Degree and Erie County Bar Assn. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/4/2005 - 3/6/2005. Cosentino, Carmelo Of Williamsville, NY, March 3, 2005; beloved husband of Marilyn J. (Marcynski) Cosentino; dear father of Diane M. Farolino and the late James V. Cosentino; grandfather of Richard, Timothy Cosentino and Liane Farolino; brother of Kathryn Brigandi, Marie and the late Joseph and Gene Cosentino; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Memorial service will be held at a later date. Mr. Cosentino was an Army Veteran of WWII. Arrangements by ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, 824-6435. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Cross, William S. March 3, 2005, age 82, beloved husband of Anna (nee Metzger) Cross; devoted father of Daniel (Donna) Cross, Geralyn (Thomas Grabinski) Young of Rochester, NY, Kenneth (Jeong) Cross of Houston, TX and Diane (Gus Kocsis) Burnham (Cross); loving grandfather of four grandchildren; brother of the late Louis Bell and Dorothy Nelson; also survived by nieces and nephews. The family will be present Saturday and Sunday 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 Monday at 8:45 AM and from Christ the King Church at 9:30 AM. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimers Association of WNY. On-line register at www.Amigone.com. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/4/2005 - 3/6/2005. Cullen, Irene March 4, 2005, wife of the late Ira T. 'Jiggs' Cullen; mother of Robert and Leo Nowicki, Carol (Charles) Grotke, Jean (Mark) Kurtz, Janet and James Cullen; grandmother of Brenda, Robert and Robin Nowicki, Janine Grotke, Bridgette and Jennifer Kurtz; great-grandmother of Annaliese Aigner and other great-grandchildren; sister of Cecilia (Richard) Fry and the late Michael and Frank Lehman; aunt of Janine (Robert) Labenski and other nieces and nephews. Private Funeral Services at the convenience of the family. No prior viewing. Arrangements by NIGHTENGALE FUNERAL HOME, 822-4371. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Davis, Shawnteka Monique 'Moo-Moo' Suddenly, March 1, 2005; beloved daughter of Glenda 'Gwen' Davis; mother of Jawuan Fields and Jaquan Davis; granddaughter of Rev. William M. and Rosie L. Davis; also survived by six brothers, two sisters, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends Monday 10:00 AM. at First Calvary Baptist Church, 467 William St. where funeral services will follow at 11:00 AM. Interment St. Matthews Cemetery. Arrangements by THOMAS T. EDWARDS FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. De Pasquale, Jean (Struski) March 3, 2005, of Lackawanna, NY; beloved wife of the late Louis D.; dearest mother of Peggy (Edward) Sambuchi, Betty (Herlindo) Saldana, Louis M., Patricia J. (Joseph) Caligiuri and Cindy (James) Balcarczyk; also survived by 20 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter; daughter of the late Michael and Agnes (nee Niziol) Struski; sister of the late Michaeline (late Stanley) Dziedzina, Chester (Lou), Victor (late Irene), Helen (late Garland) Williams, Loretta (late Walter) Gawlak, Julius Struski and Laura; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Services from THE COLONIAL MEMORIAL CHAPELS, INC., 3003 South Park Ave., Lackawanna, NY, Monday morning at 10:00 and from St. Anthony's Church at 10:30. Visitation Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Deubell, Raymond L. March 3, 2005, beloved husband of Patricia A. (nee Hohman) Deubell; dearest father of Ken (Cindy) Deubell, Cheryl (Keith) Sojka, Diane Deubell, and the late Susan M. Deubell; devoted grandfather of Christopher, Jeff, Tara, R.J., Cory, and the late Scott; brother of Thomas (MaryEllen) and the late Frank and Robert Deubell; also survived by stepbrothers, stepsisters, nieces and nephews. The family will be present Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Urban-AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, 3645 Genesee St. (two blocks east of Union Rd) where funeral services will be held Monday at 8:45 AM and from Our Lady Help of Christians Chapel at 9:30 AM. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 3/4/2005 - 3/6/2005. Dudkowski, Henry J. Of Lackawanna, NY, March 4, 2005, beloved husband of Betty L. (Oestreich) Dudkowski; loving father of Deborah (Steve) Kapinos, Barbara (late Kenneth) Dunkle, Lynne Dudkowski, Kathleen (Ron) Dispenza, Henry (Laura), Kenneth (Gina) and Christine (James) Helminiak; brother of Edward (Patricia), Maryann Sitzlow, Veronica (late Robert) VanSchoon- hoven and the late Joseph (Betty), John (Marcia) and Walter (Lucy) Dudkowski; also survived by 17 grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, nieces and nephews. Family will be present to receive friends Sunday 12-4 PM and Monday 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 Tuesday morning at 8:15 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church at 9:00 AM. Interment will follow in Lakeside Memorial Cemetery. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. Mr. Dudkowski was a life member and past Commander of Lancaster VFW Post #7275. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Dyttmer, Arlene H. (Shank) Of Elma, NY, February 26, 2005, beloved wife of Fredric L. Dyttmer; dearest daughter of Raymond (late Helen) Shank of Ft. Myers, FL; sister of Karen Petrinec. Arrangements by PAUL A. KLOC BLOSSOM CHAPELS, INC., (668-5666). Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Easterly, Norris L. Age 96, formerly of Chaffee, died March 5, 2005; beloved husband of the late Edna (nee Tullar); father of Dale Easterly; brother of Vera (Duane) Howell and the late Herman Easterly, Edna Silvernail and Martha (Quiggle; grandfather of Marsha (Kurt) Klopfenstein and Stephanie (Chad) Wittenrich; also survived by four great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday from 11 AM-1 PM at the Yorkshire Free Methodist Church where Funeral Services will follow at 1 PM. Interment will be in Yorkshire Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Gideons INternational. Arrangements completed by W.S. DAVIS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 358 W. Main St., Arcade. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Egel, Rose Mary (Braun) Of Kenmore, March 3, 2005; beloved wife of the late William Egel; dear mother of Gerard W. Egel and Dennis R. Egel; sister of Rev. Gerard E. Braun S.J., Mary Krum and Gertrude Braun; predeceased by five brothers and one sister; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call at D. LAWRENCE GINNANE FUNERAL HOME, 3215 Delaware Ave., Kenmore, Sunday 2-4, 7-9 PM, where Funeral will be held Monday at 8:45. Mass of Christian burial from St. Andrew's R.C. Church 9:30. Interment Buffalo Cemetery. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Eleczko, Stanley Of Cheektowaga, NY; beloved husband of the late Lottie (nee Komorowski) Eleczko; dearest father of Ronald (Merry Jo) Eleczko, Joyce (Bob) Wyzykiewicz and Jerry (Annette) Eleczko; dear grandfather of 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; brother of Alexander (late Helen) Eleczko; predeceased by two brothers and one sister. Private services were held by the family. Stan was an army veteran of WWII and a lifetime member of the Pvt. Leonard Post V.F.W. Post No. 6251. Arrangements by MELVIN J. SLIWINSKI FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Ernst, Lucile O. (Ostermeier) March 4, 2005; wife of the late Edwin F.; dear mother of Joanne (Michael) Langan, Lucile (late Lawrence) Healy; also survived by five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; predeceased by brothers and sisters. Friends may call Sunday only 4-7 PM at the DENGLER FUNERAL HOME, 2070 Eggert Rd., Amherst (between N. Bailey and Niagara Falls Blvd.) where prayers will be offered Monday at 9:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial from St. Benedict's Church at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Benedict's Church. Mrs. Ernst retired after many years of teaching at Christ the King School in Snyder. Online tributes may be sent to www.mem.com Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Fabian, John V. "Jack" Of West Seneca, NY, suddenly, March 3, 2005, beloved brother of Mary (Leonard) Dinder, Helen (late Stephen) Hlavna, Joanne (late James) Crabtree and the late Matilda (late George) Letina, Lawrence (late Alice) Fabian, Gertrude (late James) Klinko, Stephen (Julie) Fabian and Terry Ferrentino; dearest friend of Melanie Bojak; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family will be present Monday 2-4 and 7-9 at the HOY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3855 Seneca St., West Seneca where prayers will be said Tuesday morning at 8:45 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial from Our Lady of Victory Basilica at 9:30. Friends invited. Mr. Fabian was a retired Lieutenant with The Buffalo Fire Dept. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Faliveno, Susan M. (Schultz) March 4, 2005, beloved wife of Toby Faliveno; dear mother of Holly and Daniel Faliveno; sister of Loretta (Lawrence) Gibbs and Patricia (John) Bunk. The family will be present to receive friends Sunday and Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 2600 Sheridan Dr. (at Parker Blvd.) Funeral services will be held Tuesday from Grace Baptist Church, 2525 Eggert Rd at 10 AM. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired, contributions may be made in Susan's memory to Hospice Foundation or Roswell Park Alliance Foundation. Online register at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Farrell, Michael B. March 4, 2005, age 58 years, beloved son of William and Madeline Farrell; dear brother of Patricia, James (Maxine) Farrell and Marybeth (John) Renda; grandson of the late James and Lillian Freeman and William and Anna Farrell; devoted uncle of Kathleen, Julie, James M., David, Andrew, Scott, Cristin and Jeff; great-uncle to nine nieces and nephews. The family will be present to receive friends Saturday 6-8 PM and Sunday 2-4 PM at the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 2600 Sheridan Dr. (at Parker Blvd.), where funeral services will be held Monday at 9:15 AM and from St. Pius the X Church at 10 AM. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired, contributions may be made in Michael's memory to the American Heart Assn. On line register at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Fitzgerald, Rita M. (Farrell) February 7, 2005, died unexpectedly in her Florida home. Beloved wife of the late John Fitzgerald; dear mother of Colleen (Darryl) Boulange, Terri (Alan) Ward, Maureen (Gary) Smith and the late Daniel Fitzgerald; also survived by her brother Robert (Joyce) Farrell, six grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many dear friends. A Memorial Service will be offered on Friday, March 11, 2005 at 11 AM at St. Christopher's Church on Niagara Falls Blvd. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Flanigan, Thomas John March 4, 2005, Beloved infant son of Mary (Montemage) and Kevin Flanigan D.D.S.; brother of Jack Thomas Flanigan; grandson of Lois (Powell) and Thomas Montemage and Marguerite (the late John) Flanigan; survived by many loving aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends are welcome to attend the Mass of the Angels at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Harris Hill on Monday at 10 AM. Flowers are declined. Memorials may be made to The Special Care Nursery at Sisters of Charity Hospital. Arrangements by the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME, INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Frey, Jay D. "Doc" March 5, 2005, husband of the late Jeraldine Berryman Frey; father of Paul J. (Eileen) Frey; brother of Dora (John) Albrecht, Donald Frey, the late Sam, Chris, Roy, John, Claude Frey and Bertha McLaughlin; grandfather of Kristine Frey and Jennifer (Robert) Campbell; great-grandfather of Zachary Campbell and Ethan Frey; also survived by many nieces and nephews. The family will be present to receive friends Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at BEACH-TUYN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5541 Main St. at Cayuga Rd., Williamsville where funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock. Memorial contributions may be made to Parkinson's Disease Foundation. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Ginelli, Margaret (Mazzola) February 28, 2005, wife of the late Salvatore Ginelli; sister of the late Rose (late James) Arena and the late Jeanette (late Paul) Brotz; aunt of Grace (Bill) Simrell, Jeanne (Glenn) Dumond, Rosann (Ron) Coyle, Mary (Bill Hickok) Arena and several great-nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass to be celebrated from St. Margaret's Church, 1395 Hertel Ave., on Saturday, April 2, at 9:30 AM. Arrangements by PERNA-PELLEGRINO FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Glowacki, Josephine C. (nee Barnaszuk) March 5, 2005, of Lackawanna, NY, beloved wife of the late Edward C.; dearest mother of Edward J. (Robin) and Garry; loving grandmother of David (Christine) and Terry and great-grandmother of two; daughter of the late Karol and Catherine (nee Rzepecka) Bernashuk; sister of Frank P. (Stella) Barnashuk, Florence Bernashuk and the late Genevieve, late Edward (late Catherine) and the late Stephen; also survived by nieces and nephews. Services from the THE COLONIAL MEMORIAL CHAPELS, INC., 3003 South Park Ave., Lackawanna, NY, Tuesday morning at 9 and from St. Hyacinth's Church 9:30. Visitation Monday only 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Gommengenger, Valera Ruth (nee Tudor) March 3, 2005 of Mitchellville, MD; formerly of Williamsville, NY; wife of 60 years of Retired Naval Commander John A. Gommengenger of Mitchellville, MD; mother of Patricia A. Nisbet of Clarence, NY, Kathryn L. Glovack of Perrysburg, NY and Kristin G. Colligan Of Fairfax, VA; grandmother of 14 grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call Sunday at the JOHN M. TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME, Annapolis, MD ( (410) 263-4422). Funeral service will be held Monday, March 7, at 10 AM at All Hallows Chapel, Davidsonville, MD. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Calvary Episcopal Church Corner House Nursery School, 20 Milton St., Williamsville, NY 14221. Mrs. Gommengenger served as a co-founder and Board Member of Corner House Nursery School in Williamsville, NY. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Goodwin, Helen A. (Bonnar) March 5, 2005 of Buffalo, NY, beloved wife of the late Albert Morrish and George Goodwin; mother of Albert (Helen) Morrish; sister of Thelma Fillenwarth; also survived by six grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Friends may call Monday 6-8 PM at the LESTER H. WEDEKINDT INC. FUNERAL HOME, 3290 Delaware Ave., where Funeral Services will be held Tuesday morning at 11. Friends invited. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Hard, Dorothy L. English "Dottie" March 5, 2005, of Hamburg, NY, wife of the late Leo W. Hard; mother of Patricia (Charles) Griffin and Judith Green; sister of the late Dale English; grandmother of Craig (Tami) Green, Gregory (Judy) Griffin, Carolene Hall, Tim (Evie) Griffin and Hugh (Susan) Green and Lee O. Green; also survived by great-grandchildren. Friends may call Monday 7-9, Tuesday 3-5 and 7-9 at LOOMIS, OFFERS & LOOMIS, INC., Hamburg Chapel, 207 Main St. A Funeral Service will be held at The Wesleyan Church of Hamburg, Bayview and McKinley Pkwy., Wednesday at 11 AM. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Harrison, Jean S. March 4, 2005, of East Amherst, NY, beloved wife of William T. Harrison; mother of Debi (Gordon) Kelkenberg, Scott (Anita) Simons; step-mother of James (Shirley) Harrison, of Syracuse, NY, Nancy (Michael) Silva, of Marcola, OR and David Harrison, of Los Angeles, CA; also survived by eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held March 16, 2005 at 11 AM, at All Saints Episcopal Church, 781 Maple Rd., (near N. Forest), Williamsville, NY. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired, memorials to the American Heart Assoc. would be appreciated. Arrangements by the HARRY A. WEDEKINDT FUNERAL HOME, INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Hladysz, Anastasia (Kablak) March 5, 2005, beloved wife of the late Stefan; devoted mother of Stefan Kablak. Family present Monday 7-9 and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the ORLOWSKI-PIETSZAK FUNERAL HOME, 2400 William St. (three blocks east of Harlem) where services will be held Wednesday at 9:30 and at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church at 10. Panachyda Services Tuesday at 7. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Hoffman, Pamela J. (Kingsland) March 4, 2005, Of Varysburg, NY, beloved wife of Donald; dear mother of Brian, Andrea and Jessica Szymanski, Nicole Hoffman, Rebecca (Kevin) Helms and Christopher Hoffman; daughter of Joan and Earl Kingsland; sister of Dennis (Theresa) Kingsland; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral services from the PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd., (two blocks east of Dick Rd.) Monday at 11 AM. Friends invited, family present Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mrs. Hoffman was employed at East Side Nursing Home. Flowers gratefully declined. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Hohensee, Gordon G. March 2, 2005, beloved husband of the late Patricia (Helenbrook); father of Dennis G. (Kathy), Gordon J. (Mary), Deborah A. (Paul) Vincent, Patricia Rae, Pamela M. (Keith) Eckel; survived by 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Memorial service to follow. Memorial contributions in Gordon's name may be made to charity of your choice. Arrangements by DOHN FUNERAL HOME INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Holmes, Ronnie Gene On January 21, 2005, entered into God's Heavenly Kingdom; son of Rebecca Newbury and Keith Holmes; brother of Cristofer James and Travis Bernard; grandson of Richard and Patricia Newbury; Fran and the late Herbert Holmes; nephew of Tammy Castellano, Nathaniel Newbury and Kenneth Holmes. A celebration of Ronnie Gene's life will be held Saturday at 11:00 AM at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 311 Ontario St., Buffalo, NY 14207. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial contributions in Ronnie Gene's memory may be made to St. Mark's Episcopal Church. Arrangements by JOHN E. ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/10/2005. Horohoe, Gilbert V. Of Tonawanda Twp., March 4, 2005, beloved husband of Julia Lacer and the late Regina Wludarski Horohoe; dear father of John G. (Bonita), William T. (Patricia), Dr. James J. (Cheryl) Horohoe of Rochester, and Carol Ann (Salvatore) Territo; step father of Theresa (James) Cummins and Christine (Gary) Hirsch; also survived by 13 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; predeceased by eight brothers and sisters. Friends may call at D. LAWRENCE GINNANE FUNERAL HOME, 3215 Delaware Ave., Kenmore Saturday 7-9 and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral will be held Monday at 10:15. Mass of Christian Burial from St. Andrew's RC Church at 10:45 AM. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorials to St. Vincent dePaul Society at St. Andrew's Church are preferred. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Hunt, Harry Donald "Don" As the result of a tragic automobile accident in Columbus, OH, on Thursday, March 3, 2005 in his 58th year; loving father of Jason and his wife Shawna and Eric and his wife Julie; dear grandfather of Riley, survived by his mother Marjorie (Peter Roos), predeceased by his father Harry Hunt (Louise). Don is retired from the Buffalo and Fort Erie Peace Bridge Authority. He was also a Life Member of the Fort Erie Fire Dept., Station 2. He will be sadly missed by his friends and family. Friends will be received at the Fort Erie Chapel of the DAVIDSON FUNERAL HOMES, 21 Wintemute St., on Tuesday, March 8, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral Services will in the Chapel on Wednesday at 11:00 o'clock with Reverend Tim Morgan Officiating. Interment will follow at McAffe Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Autism Society Ontario, Niagara Region. The Fort Erie Fire Dept., Station 2, will have a walk through on Tuesday evening at 7 PM. A Memorial Tree will planted to honour the memory of Don in Memory Woods. On-line condolences: www.davidson funeralhomes.com Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Hutton, Evelyn M. (Stando) Age 83, of Springville, NY, died March 4, 2005, beloved wife of the late Gerald Hutton; mother of Susan (Ward) Stearns; grandmother of Kimberly (Mark) Higgins; great-grandmother of Nathanial and Paige Higgins; sister of Herbert Stando and the late Arvilla Miller and Joyce Eppinger; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday from 5-6 PM at the Salem Lutheran Church in Springville, where Funeral Services will follow at 6 PM. Interment will be in Pine Eden Cemetery, Wonewoc, Wisconsin. Memorials may be made to the Church. Arrangements were completed by W.S. DAVIS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 358 W. Main St., Arcade. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Jasinski, Henry M. March 4, 2005 of Sloan, NY, beloved husband of Cecelia (nee Dudek); dearest father of Joseph (Rose), Alexander (Donna), Karen (William) Bowen and the late Andrew; survived by seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; predeceased by four sisters and one brother; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral services commencing at the DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME, 2047 Broadway, Cheektowaga-Buffalo City Line, Monday morning at 12 and St. Andrew Church at 12:30 PM. Family present Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Kamysz, Adeline H. Of Lancaster, NY; March 3, 2005; daughter of the late Stanley & Helen; sister of Peter (Vilma) and the late Joseph and Stanley. Relatives & friends may call at WENDEL & LOECHER INC. FUNERAL HOME, 27 Aurora St., Lancaster, Sunday from 2-5 PM only. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary's R.C. Church Monday at 9:30. (Please assemble at Church) Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Kaple, Ann L. (Adams) Suddenly, March 5, 2005, of the Town of Tonawanda, wife of the late Donald F.; mother of Deborah (Victor) Winder, Ann L. (Ronald) Bucheker, Kim Marie and Rebecca (Steven) Aydelotte; sister of Mary (John) Wilkin, Elizabeth (late Donald) Cothard and Francis (Dolores) Adams; also survived by five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Friends may call Monday only 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the DENGLER & ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME, 3000 Delaware Ave., Kenmore. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial from Blessed Sacrament R.C. Church, Claremont Ave., Kenmore, Tuesday at 9:30. Memorials may be made to The American Heart Association or The American Diabetes Foundation. Online tributes may be sent to www.mem.com getlogo,mc0540 Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Kobel, Doris H. (Dueger) March 5, 2005, in Beechwood Nursing Home, formerly of North Tonawanda, wife of the late Samuel P. Kobel; mother of Richard (Joyce), Thomas (Patricia) and Judith (William) Pyne; sister of LaVerne (late Gay) Dueger; also survived by eight grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday 2-4 and 7-9 at the WATTENGEL FUNERAL HOME, 307 Oliver St., North Tonawanda where services will be held Tuesday at 10 AM. Mrs. Kobel was an active member of Friedens U.C.C. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Konrad, Marilyn S. February 21, 2005; of Buffalo, NY; Age 78; wife of the late Andrew Konrad; beloved mother of Kathryn, Anthony (Susan), John, James, Robert (Miriam), Kerry (Melinda) Konrad, Susan Held (Scott), Patricia Sweeney, Kristen Mendoza (Carlos) and the late Mary Judith; also survived by fourteen grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren; daughter of the late Anthony and Marion Schasre; sister of the late James, Robert and Donald Schasre; daughter-in-law of the late Anthony and Bertha Konrad; also survived by nieces; nephews; and cousins. A memorial service will be held at the Holiday Inn, 620 Delaware Ave., Buffalo on Saturday, March 12, 2005 at 11 AM. Friends invited. Memorial contributions may be made to the Urology Clinic at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. Arrangements by FRANK RUBINO MORTUARY. Published in the Buffalo News from 2/27/2005 - 3/6/2005. Korthals, Alvin E. Of North Tonawanda, March 4, 2005, husband of the late Annette 'Debbie' (Kennedy); father of Sandra (Charles) Miller of Lewiston and Karen of North Tonawanda; grandfather of Kennedy Miller; brother of Delores Palmeri, Sue (James) Rizzo, Kathy (Donald) Lane, Rita (Ronald) Kuligowski, Donna (Harold) Lum, Judith (James) Schmidt, Lila (Dean) Champion and the late Elizabeth (Frederick) French; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Sunday from 7-9 PM at WATTENGEL FUNERAL HOME, 307 Oliver St., North Tonawanda where prayers will be said Monday at 9 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 AM at Ascension R.C. Church. Burial at Acacia Cemetery, Pendleton, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Niagara Hospice or Ascension R.C. Church. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Lepczyk, Patricia A. (Danner) Of Depew, NY, February 27, 2005; dearest mother of Mark (Michelle) and Paul Lepczyk; loving grandmother of Jack Lepczyk; wife of Edward Lepczyk; sister of Florence (Frank) Wagner and the late Edmund (Joanne) Danner; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Services were held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by PAUL A. KLOC BLOSSOM CHAPELS, INC., (668-5666). Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Levenberg, Samuel March 5, 2005, beloved husband of the late Miriam (nee Rothman) Levenberg; dear father of Jay (Carol) Levenberg of Chicago, IL and the late Esther Levenberg; loving grandfather of Jonah Levenberg; brother of Rabbi Heschel (Hannah) Levenberg. Graveside Funeral Services from B'nai Israel Cemetery (Pine Ridge Road) Monday at 1 PM. Donations in his memory to The Jewish Home for Children Foundation, c/o Sydney Gimple, 129 Church St., New Haven, CT 06510. Arrangements by THE AMHERST MEMORIAL CHAPEL, INC. (636-4174). Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Lewandowski, Alfred A. February 25, 2005. Beloved husband of Jo Lewandowski; dearest father of Kathy Ann Czachorowski; devoted grandfather of Adam and Amy Jo. Alfred was a Korean War veteran, retiree of Westinghouse Electric Corp. and A & J Rentals. He was a member of Westinghouse Retirees Club. Private services were held at Queen of Martyrs Church, Cheektowaga, N.Y. Arrangements by the MELVIN J. SLIWINSKI FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Macaione, Clementine "Ninny" (Baccari) Of Lancaster, NY, March 5, 2005, beloved wife of Otto Macaione; loving mother of Gina and Dennis (Ruth) Macaione; grandmother of Kristy, Eric, Renee, Nick, Vinny; great-grandmother of Kendal; also predeceased by brothers and sisters; survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral from the funeral home of WENDEL & LOECHER INC. FUNERAL HOME, 27 Aurora St., Lancaster, Tuesday morning at 9 AM and at Our Lady of Pompeii Church at 9:30. Family will be present Monday 2-4 and 7-9. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Markus, Mary E. (Bower) In Erie, PA; of Depew, NY; March 4, 2005; wife of Edmund Markus; mother of David Markus. Friends may call Sunday 4-7 PM at the DANZER & DENGLER FUNERAL HOME, 5363 Genesee St., Bowmansville. Memorial services will be held 10:30 AM Monday at the Bowmansville United Methodist Church. getlogo,mc0540 Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. McCallum, Marie C. February 28, 2005, beloved wife of the late Edwin M. McCallum; loving mother of Edwin (Andrea) and Robert (Nancy) McCallum; loving grandmother of Jeremy (Robin) McCallum, Heather (Rick) Krienke, Marc, Veronica and Crystal McCallum; great-grandmother of Sierra Krienke. Private services were held at the convenience of the family. Memorials to the S.P.C.A. Arrangements by LOOMIS, OFFERS & LOOMIS, INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. McKenna, Nora R. (Niedbala) March 4, 2005; beloved wife of the Norbert; devoted mother of Kathleen (Robert) Schruefer; dearest grandmother of Kim Marie (Paul) Dixon and Kevin (Gina) Schruefer; sister of the late Mary (late Albert) Lake, Thomas (Late Mary) Niedbala, Charlotte (late Aloysius) Felski, Matthew and Pearl Niedbala; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends received at the MICHAEL A. DIVENCENZO FUNERAL HOME, 1122 Lovejoy St., Sunday 7-9 and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where prayers will be said Tuesday morning at 9, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Francis of Assisi Church at 9:30. Donations may be made to the Hospice Foundation of WNY, 225 Como Park, 14227 Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Misechok, Walter Of West Seneca, NY, March 3, 2005, beloved husband of the late Alverda (nee Iddings); dearest father of Gail (Donald) Widrig, Michael (Shirley), Joan Urban and the late Walter R. Misechok; also survived by 11 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; predeceased by many brothers and sisters; dearest friend of Theresa Maurer. Family present Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the HOY FUNERAL HOME INC., 3855 Seneca St., West Seneca, where Funeral Services will be held Monday morning at 11:30 AM. Friends invited. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Moselle, John R. March 5, 2005, beloved husband of Linda (Kosicky) and the late Sarah; father of Mary Ann Moselle; dear stepfather of Lynn (Robert) Bernas; grandfather of Amanda and Brianna; brother of Ellen, Philip, Nicholas Moselle, Kathleen Bangel and Obardo 'Bob' Moselle, Jr. The family will be present Monday and Tuesday from 5-8 PM at the PERNA-PELLEGRINO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1671 Maple Rd. (between Youngs & Hopkins) where funeral services will be held Wednesday at 8:30. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from St. Leo the Great Church at 9:15. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Nablo, Myrtle H. (Ent) March 4, 2005, of Buffalo, NY, beloved mother of of Carol (John) Lombardo, Thomas (Donna), Sandra Gatzke and the late Benjamin; predeceased by five sisters; devoted grandmother of 11 and great-grandmother of 12; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service, Tuesday 10 AM at Trinity Episcopal Church (Lancaster). Arrangements by LINK-FOX & LUKA FUNERAL HOME (885-1709). Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Oliver, Alvina A. (Lodge) Of Lockport, NY, March 3, 2005, beloved wife of the late Walter W. Oliver; dearest mother of Linda (Raymond Sr.) Lepper and Heidi (Robert Sr.) McIntosh; cherished grandmother of Raymond Jr. (Darcie) and Shawn (Kathleen) Lepper and Robert Jr. and Sarah McIntosh; great-grandmother of Cole and Noah Lepper; sister of Ellen Danforth. No prior visitation. Private services were held by the family. Memorials to The American Heart Association or The Lockport Public Library would be appreciated. Arrangements by HOY FUNERAL HOME, INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Olsen, David C. March 3, 2005, son of the late Margaret M. (Oddo) Olsen; brother of Daniel Olsen, Darlene (Jerry) Porter, Donald, Carl (Allison) and the late Dennis Olsen; also survived by loving nieces and nephews. Private Services were held at the convenience of the family. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Roberts, Julie M. March 3, 2005; beloved daughter of the Honorable H. Buswell Roberts and the late Irene M. Roberts; sister of H. Buswell Jr. (Deborah), Marguerite R. (Barry) Rupp, Miles J. (Chie), Suzanne M. Abram, Leland J. (Linda), Reginald J. (Lynn) and David J. (Brenda) Roberts; dear friend and companion of Nelson Garnica; survived by many nieces and nephews. Memorial mass will be held Tuesday 10:00 AM at St. Mark's R.C. Church. Arrangements by GEORGE J. ROBERTS & SONS. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Ruffles, Geraldine V. (Goehde) March 3, 2005; beloved wife of Thomas James Ruffles, Sr.; dear mother of Thomas (Patricia) Jr., Susan, George (Carol) and Judith (Gary) Davison; grandmother of Thomas J. (Erica) III, Danielle (Lynn), George Jr., Brian, Sara, Amber and Kiera; sister of Frances Wallace; sister-in-law of Georgina Ruffles; survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2480 Kensington, where services will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 AM. Geraldine had a love for playing piano which was evident by playing thoughout the community and with her family. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Sawicz, Edward J. December 2, 2004, of Ketchum, ID, formerly of Hamburg, NY, loving father of Edward and Kate; dearest son of Rose (nee Gideo) and the late Edward F. Sawicz; brother of Robert J. Memorial Mass Saturday, March 12, 11 AM at Our Lady of Bistrica Church, Abbott Rd., Lackawanna. Arrangments by THE COLONIAL MEMORIAL CHAPELS INC. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Scheelar, Timothy A. "Hoyt" Suddenly March 4, 2005, of Buffalo, NY, beloved son of Dolores (nee Brady) and the late Robert A. Scheelar; cherished brother of Robert (Maureen), Robin Buskirk, Terrance, Susan (James) Stein, Andrew and Debra Scheelar; also survived by many nieces and nephews; dear friend of Crinnia Skibiak and Thaddeus Stypowany. Friends received at the LAKESIDE MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME INC., S-4199 Lakeshore Rd. (corner of Camp Rd. and Rt. 5), Hamburg, 627-2919, Sunday and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where funeral services will be held Tuesday at 9:15 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary of the Lake Church at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Charles A. Castiglia, Director. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Schiffmacher, Dorothy T. (nee Rohrmiller) March 1, 2005; beloved wife of the late Nicholas W. Schiffmacher; dearest mother of Michael N. (Judy) Schiffmacher, Barbara (Andrew James) Gregor and the late Nicholas P. Schiffmacher; dear grandmother of James K. and Scott P. (Michelle) Gregor. Funeral services where held at the convenience of the family. Online register book at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Shields, Mary B. Of Alden, NY, March 4, 2005; beloved wife of Daniel G. Shields; dear mother of Michael (Shannon Roetzer) and Colleen (Mark) Freiheit; grandmother of Ashley, Rachel and Zackary; sister of Mercedes Brousseau, Michael (Maryann) and the late Michelle Blake and John Brousseau. Mass of Christian Burial from St. John's R.C. Church, Alden, NY, Tuesday at 10:00 AM (assemble at Church). Family present at the CHARLES MEYER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 13228 Broadway, Alden, NY, Sunday 7-9 PM and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. John's School, Alden, NY. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Skowron, Eugenia R. (nee Wlosinski) Of Cheektowaga, NY, March 3, 2005, beloved wife of the late Thaddeus C. Skowron; dearest mother of Thaddeus R. (Lorraine), Geraldine (Rusty) Pate and Sylvia (Tony) Bertot; fond grandmother of Thaddeus (Jennifer), Deborah (Timothy) Diebold, Jennifer, Charles (Deanne), the late Robert Skowron, and Melvyn, Michael and Tonya and their respective families from Texas; great-grandmother of Adam, Ryan, Tyler, Olivia and the late Luke; predeceased by brothers and sisters. Friends may call Saturday, 7-9 PM and Sunday, 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 Monday morning at 9:15 AM and from Resurrection Church at 10:00. Friends are invited. Sentiment may be expressed through a contribution to Hospice Buffalo Inc. in memory of Eugenia R. Skowron. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Slivan, Stephen J. Of North Tonawanda, March 2, 2005, husband of Barbara (Roggan) Slivan; father of Stephen M., Thomas, Joseph, and Susan Slivan; son of Sophie (the late Stephen) Slivan; brother of Joan (Sam) Arena. Friends may call Monday from 12-3 PM and 5-8 PM at the WATTENGEL FUNERAL HOME, 307 Oliver St., North Tonawanda, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to Roswell Park Cancer Institute or the American Heart Association. Mr. Slivan belonged to several local Civic Organizations, a avid Basketball player, and accomplished Fly Fisherman. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Sokoley, Frank M. Age 84, of the City of Tonawanda, N.Y., March 3, 2005. Husband of 62 years of Norma J. (nee Horan) Sokoley; father of Nancy Ann Sokoley and Michael (Linda) Sokoley; grandfather of Amanda June Sokoley; brother of the late John and Joseph Borsick and Katherine Bauer; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Sunday only from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME INC., 25 William St. (between Morgan & Broad Sts.) in the City of Tonawanda, where funeral services will be conducted at 8 PM Sunday following visitation. Friends invited. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Niagara Hospice or to Grace Lutheran Church in North Tonawanda. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Steffan, Dorothy M. February 27, 2005, sister of the late Edwin F. (Bronka) and Robert (late Geraldine) Steffan; survived by nine nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Funeral services private. Arrangements by the DENGLER FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Stemper, Frances M. (Wangelin) Of Strykersville, NY, March 5, 2005, wife of the late Xavier F. Stemper; mother of Thomas, Annette and Edward (Deborah) Stemper; grandmother of six grandchildren and one great-grandson; sister of Edward, Stanley, Robert and the late Floyd, Raymond, John and Rita; also survived by many nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM Tuesday from St. Mary's R.C. Church, Strykersville, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Strykersville Volunteer Fire Co. or Hospice of Buffalo. Arrangements by KENNETH HOWE FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Sweeney, Miriam V. March 2, 2005, wife of the late Joseph P. Sweeney Sr.; mother of Joseph P. Sweeney Jr. (Lois); grandmother of Sean and Dorothy Sweeney. Funeral services will be private. Memorials may be made to Randall Memorial Baptist Church, 6301 Main St, Williamsville, NY 14221. Arrangements by DENGLER FUNERAL HOME. getlogo,mc0540 Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Theal, Robert M. March 2, 2005, age 77, beloved husband of the late Elpha M. (nee Horden); dearest father of Robert L. (Marilyn), Lynda J. (Mark) Morris and Scott M. (Tracy); dear grandfather of eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; brother of the late Barbara (late Robert) Morris. Family will be present Saturday and Sunday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM, at the (Cleveland Drive Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 569 Cleveland Dr., where funeral services will be held Monday at 11 AM. Flowers gratefully declined. Contributions may be made to Ismalia Shrine, Orchard Park. Online register book at www.Amigone.com. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Tonaus, Marilyn J. (Balcom) Of Tonawanda, NY; entered into rest March 4, 2005; beloved wife of George; mother of Joseph (Carol), Steven (Darlene), Robin (David) Wolf, Pamela (Kenneth) Fronczak and George (Susan); grandmother of ten and great-grandmother of two; also surviving are many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call Monday only 4-8 PM at the HILLIARD-CREASEY FUNERAL HOME INC., 147 Delaware Ave., Tonawanda, where a funeral service will be held Tuesday at 11:00 AM. Interment North Ridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Heart Assn. appreciated. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Urbanski, Edwin Of Cheektowaga, NY, March 5, 2005, beloved husband of Rita F. (Glodowski) Urbanski; dearest father of Timothy (Patricia) Urbanski; loving grandfather of Lori (James) Braniecki and Lisa Urbanski; foster father of Sherry Hill; brother of Jerome (late Mary), Lucian (Patricia) of California and Alice (Jon) White of Oregon; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday only 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the PAUL A. KLOC BLOSSOM CHAPELS INC., 4680 Clinton St., (corner of Borden Rd.), West Seneca, (668-5666), where Funeral will be held Tuesday morning at 8:15 AM and from Fourteen Holy Helpers Church at 9 o'clock. Friends are invited. Mr. Urbanski was a life member of N.R.A. and U.A.W. Local #774. Sentiment may be expressed through a contribution to Fourteen Holy Helpers Church in memory of Edwin Urbanski. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Wehrung, Edward Of East Amherst, N.Y., February 28, 2005. Loving husband of Freda A. (nee Ziehl); loving father of Alice M. Donaldson, Donald E. (Kathy) Wehrung and Roger W. Wehrung; loving grandfather of Jennifer Wehrung, Jeffrey (Kelli) Wehrung, James Donaldson and Thomas Donaldson; brother of the late Carl Wehrung, late Floyd Wehrung, late Bernice Moeller, late Charlotte Wehrung and late Hannah Campbell; brother-in-law of Alice Schmidt; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral services Monday at 10 AM from the URBAN BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME INC., 6685 Transit Rd., East Amherst. Visitation Sunday 2-4 and 6-8. Interment Acacia Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of WNY. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005. Weisbeck, Richard W. March 4, 2005, of Clarence, NY, beloved husband of Lynda (McMillan) and the late Elizabeth (Mason) Weisbeck; father of Patricia (Christopher) Lissner, Roger (Nancy) Weisbeck and Mary Jane Blanchard; stepfather of Chad Henry, Rebecca (Patrick) Stewart and Amanda (Justin) Palmer; brother of Carolyn Schwartz and the late Robert Weisbeck; also survived by three grandchildren, four step-grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Friends received Tuesday 2-4 and 7-8:30 PM where a Funeral Service at 8:30 PM from SHEPARD BROS. FUNERAL HOME, 10690 Main St., Clarence. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to The Navy Relief Society. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Wilcox, Kathleen L. (Lappin) February 27, 2005; wife of the late A. Gordon Wilcox; sister of the late Sheila Alice, Gerald H., William T. and Harry Lappin; sister-in-law of Nancy Lappin. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Blessed Sacrament Church, 1029 Delaware Ave. (at W. Utica) Monday, March 28, 2005, 9:30 AM. Friends invited. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Willis, Joseph M. March 3, 2005, age 78, beloved husband of Marie L. (nee Gibbons) Willis; father of Robert J. (Julie) Willis, of Medfield, MA; loving grandfather of Benjamin R. and Bradley R. Willis, both of Medfield, MA; brother of Jeanette Meyers; also survived by several nieces and nephews. There will be no prior visitation. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated later at the convenience of the family. If desired, memorials may be made in Joe's memory to Cradle Beach Camp, 8038 Lakeshore Rd., Angola, NY 14006. Arrangements by the (Tonawanda Chapel), AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC. Online guest register at www.Amigone.com Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Woodard, Linda Lee Of Tonawanda, NY, March 4, 2005, after a lengthy illness. Loving daughter of Richard E. and Pearl (Maggio) Woodard; dear sister of Darlene (Fred) Blackwell and Maureen (Larry) Albee; cherished aunt of Debbie Lynn, Susan Ann, Keith Richard, Tawnya, Ashley and great aunt to Sarah; beloved friend of Barb McClanahan; Private funeral services were held at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be made to the MS Research. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.oconnellfh.com Arrangements by O'CONNELL-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME. Published in the Buffalo News on 3/6/2005. Zakrzewski Ph.D., Sigmund F. Of Clarence Center, Suddenly March 4, 2005, husband of Maire (Hakala); father of Nina (Blair) Harff of Watertown, NY; also survived by three grandchildren and three nieces. No prior visitation. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, March 9, 11 AM at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Buffalo, 695 Elmwood Ave., 14222. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Church. Arrangements by ROBERTS & DENGLER FUNERAL HOME. getlogo,mc0540 Published in the Buffalo News from 3/6/2005 - 3/7/2005. Zygmunt, Anthony L. March 3, 2005, beloved husband for 57 years of Genevieve 'Gene (Tomaszewski); dear father of Deborah (John) McConnell and Alan (Christie) Zygmunt; dear grandpa of John (Pattie) McConnell, David (Janet) McConnell, Laura (Wayne) Friebis, Phillip Zygmunt and Ashley Zygmunt; great-grandfather of Robert, John, Justin, Jennifer, Ryan and Katie. Friends received on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the NIGHTENGALE FUNERAL HOME INC., 1884 South Park Ave. (near Tifft) where services will be held on Monday at 8:45 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial from St. Ambrose Church at 9:30 AM. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. Mr. Zygmunt was a former Assistant Scout Master of Boy Scout Troop #256, a member of American Legion Post #63, a Past Officer of A.F.G.M. Local #36, and a Navy veteran of WWII. Published in the Buffalo News from 3/5/2005 - 3/6/2005.