OBITS: The Buffalo News Death Notices 18 Mar 2005; Buffalo, Erie co., New York

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Barrett, Emmy (D'Addario)   
Age 91, of Ridgewood, NJ, formerly of Buffalo, NY, passed away on Tuesday,
March 15, 2005; beloved wife of the late Walter Barrett; loving mother of Mary
Lou Murphy and husband Richard, of Ridgewood, NJ and Anne Hare and husband
William, of Teaneck, NJ; cherished grandmother of Kathleen, Liz, Peter, John,
Chip and Matthew Murphy and Katharine and Julia Hare and 17
great-grandchildren. Emmy was very active with the Women of Studio Arena
Theatre in Buffalo. She worked as an EKG technician at Buffalo General
Hospital and was trained to be the pioneer EKG technician and taught it in
area hospitals. Emmy was also in the first Nurses Aid Class of the American
Red Cross durning World War II and became a hospital liaison for the Red
Cross. Funeral Services were held Thursday, march 17, 2005 by FEENEY FUNERAL
HOME, in Ridgeway, NJ. Interment will be on Saturday, March 19, 2005 at 1:00
PM at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo, NY.
Published in the Buffalo News on 3/18/2005.

Benz, Doris W. (Oliver)   
Of Hamburg, NY, suddenly March 15, 2005; loving wife of Howard A. Benz; mother
of Robert (Roberta) and Edward Benz; grandmother of Robert and William Benz;
sister of Francis (Doris) Oliver, M.D.; also survived by many nieces and
nephews. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian burial at St.
Bernadette's Church, Saturday at 12 noon. Visitation at the DONALD M.
DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 21 Pierce Ave., Hamburg, Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
Mrs. Benz was a member of NYS Retired Teachers Association.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Brodie, Darlene N. (Myers)   
OF Depew, NY; peacefully after a courageous battle March 16, 2005; beloved
wife of John Brodie; loving mother of Deborah (Earle), David Konieczko, Dawn
(Steve) Palinski; step-mother of James (Amy) Murray and Tammy Brodie;
grandmother of six; sister of Vera (late Carl) Sanuskar, Peggy (Norman) Myers,
Sandra Lennert and the late Maxwell D. Myers. A Memorial Service will be held
at the WENDEL & LOECHER, INC. FUNERAL HOME, 27 Aurora St., Lancaster, Friday
morning at 10 AM. No prior visitation. In lieu of flowers, donations may be
made to the Hospice Foundation.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Bruscani, Arleen E. (Tara)   
March 16, 2005; beloved wife of Damiano 'Danny'; daughter of Ruth and the late
Emil Tara; dearest mother of Mark (Paula) and Michael Bruscani; sister of Paul
(Diane) Tara; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends received on
Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at The NIGHTENGALE FUNERAL HOME, 1884 South Park
Ave. (near Tifft), where funeral services will be held Saturday at 9:00 AM
followed by a Mass of Christian Burial from the Church of The Holy Family at
9:30. Interment in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Castiglia, Margaret S. "Meg"   
March 17, 2005 of Silver Creek N.Y. Memorial Services will be held Monday,
March 21st at 11 AM from the First United Church in Silver Creek. The family
will be present at the HOLE-PARKER FUNERAL CHAPEL in Silver Creek from 7-9 PM
on Saturday and from 2-4 and 7-9 PM Sunday. Memorial contributions are
suggested to the First United Church, Anderson-Lee Library and Silver Creek
Emergency Squad.
Published in the Buffalo News on 3/18/2005.

Cicatello, Anthony F.   
of Kenmore, NY, unexpectedly, March 16, 2005, beloved husband of Geraldine
(Jeziorowski) Cicatello; dear father of Angelo A. Cicatello; brother of
Constance (Herman) Cirocco of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Salvatore (Mary) Cicatello
and the late Anna Locurcio; brother-in-law of Lawrence Locurcio; also survived
by nieces and nephews. Friends may call at D. LAWRENCE GINANNE FUNERAL HOME,
3215 Delaware Ave., Kenmore Thursday 7-9 and Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where
funeral will be held Saturday at 8:45. Mass of Christian Burial from St.
Paul's R.C. Church at 9:15 AM. Mr. Cicatello was a member of AJ Jurek American
Legion Post #1672 and retired postal worker.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Conti, Josephine C.   
(See Franzone notice)
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/18/2005 - 3/20/2005.

Conway, Eleanor M. (Broker)   
Age 78 of the City of Tonawanda, March 16, 2005, beloved wife of the late
Burton E. Conway Sr.; dearest mother of Burton E. Conway Jr, John P. (Theresa)
Conway and the late Patrick M. Conway; loving grandmother of Jennifer
(Richard) Borsick, Katie Frizzell and Christopher Conway; sister of Richard
(the late Carol) Broker and the late Donald (the late Audrey) Broker, William
Broker and Shirley (the late Cliff) Ferguson; also survived by nieces and
nephews. Friends may call Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL
HOME, INC., 25 William St. (between Morgan and Broad Sts) in the City of
Tonawanda, where services will be held Saturday at 10 AM. Friends invited.
Flowers gratefully declined, memorials may be made to the charity of your
choice.
Published in the Buffalo News on 3/18/2005.

Courtney, James   
March 17, 2005, beloved husband of the late Therese (O'Connell) Courtney; dear
friend of Alane Hoy; dear father of James (Lisa), Therese (Martin) Maynard,
Patrick (Amy), Kathleen, Timothy and the late Michael Courtney; loving
grandfather of Connor Courtney, Seth and Kyle Maynard; dear brother of Mary C.
Kavanaugh, Anne E. Courtney-Kavanaugh and the late Jeanne Heppehamer, Helen
Courtney, John, Thomas and Raymond Courtney. Friends may call at the JAMES W.
CANNAN FUNERAL HOME INC. (Southtowns Chapel), 3155 Orchard Park Rd., Saturday
and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday at
10:15 AM at Queen of Heaven Church (please assemble at church). In lieu of
flowers, donations may be sent to the Summit Academy for Autistic Children,
300 Fries Rd., Tonawanda, NY 14150.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/18/2005 - 3/20/2005.

Diehl, Richard E.   
March 15, 2005, age 76, husband of the late Dorothy (nee Dimmick); father of
Donna (Mark) Butler, Marianne Diehl, the late James R. and late Diane C.
Harter; grandfather of Keith and Carissa Harter, Amy and Kevin Diehl, Miranda,
Katie and Mark Butler; brother of Elvira Goliber and George Diehl; uncle of
several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM
at (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 2600 Sheridan Dr., (corner of
Parker), where Funeral Services will be held Saturday, 9:30 AM. On-line
register book at www.Amigone.Com.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Dole, Clara B. (Smith)   
Of Hamburg, NY, March 16, 2005, wife of the late Gerhard Dole; mother of Joan
(Louis) Violanti, Linda (late Al) Sweeney and Thomas (Belle) Dole; also
survived by seven grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Funeral from the
DONALD M. DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 21 Pierce Ave., Hamburg, Saturday
morning at 9:30 and from S.S. Peter & Paul Church at 10:00. Friends invited.
Visiting hours Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Memorials may be made to S.S. Peter &
Paul Church Building Fund, Hamburg.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Eisman, Robert Kenneth   
1940-2005, formerly of Elma, NY, died suddenly March 11, 2005 in Las Vegas,
NV; beloved husband of Carol Ann (nee Rodemeyer); loving father of Robert
Kenneth II (Ed Glass) and Lynn Marie Tilton (John); grandfather of Stephanie
Lynn and Daniel John Tilton. Bob was a true friend to many and his wit, charm
and intelligence will be greatly missed. He served at Keesler Air Force Base
from 1959-1963 and retired from Moog & Company. A Memorial service will be
held in Buffalo in June for friends and family. In lieu of flowers please send
a donation to the National Kidney Foundation.
Published in the Buffalo News on 3/18/2005.

Field, James M.   
Of North Tonawanda, March 14, 2005, beloved husband of Betty Field; father of
Robert (MiJeong), Carol (David) Carere, Dr. Janet (Richard) Mendola and Mary
Field Carson; also survived by 12 grandchildren and cousins. Friends may call
Saturday 3-6 PM at the WATTENBGEL FUNERAL HOME, 307 Oliver St., North
Tonawanda. A Memorial Service will be held Sunday at 3 PM from the First
United Methodist Church in North Tonawanda. In lieu of flowers, memorials to
First United Methodist Church Music Ministry, 65 Main St., North Tonawanda,
14120.
Published in the Buffalo News on 3/18/2005.

Fieramusca, Bertha C.   
(nee Ameroso) March 11, 2005, beloved wife of the late Joseph; dearest mother
of Camille Saia; grandmother of Alicia (Pete Judkins) Saia. No prior
visitation. Arrangements by the DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME
Published in the Buffalo News on 3/18/2005.

Forster, Lee A.   
March 15, 2005; husband of the late Ruby Lee Highfield Forster; dear father of
Carol Lee (Al) Baker, Martin J. Piersal and the late Leo A. Forster;
grandfather of Linda M. (Brian) Evans , Christine (Martin) Jeffery and Mark C.
(Mary) Baker; great-grandfather of Mark C., Jr., Kyle D., Kacy Lee, John E.
and Jason M.; brother of Patricia A. (Bernard) Swick and the late Blanche
McWhite, Marjorie, Karl and Michael Forster; also survived by many nieces and
nephews. Friends may call Friday 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the DENGLER FUNERAL HOME,
2070 Eggert Rd., Eggertsville, where Funeral Services will be held Saturday
morning at 9 AM. On line tributes may be made to www.mem.com. Mr. Forster was
a member of the Musicians' Union Local #92, a long time entertainer and TV and
radio personality. getlogo,mc0540
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Franzone, Josephine C. (Conti)   
March 17, 2005, age 62; beloved wife of Joseph; mother of Anthony (Jennifer),
and Joanne (Chris) Foley; grandmother of Gina Foley, Diana Lynn Franzone,
Josette Franzone, Zachary Foley, Lia Franzone, and Olivia Foley; sister of
Florence Conti, Patricia (Salvatore) Franzone, and Joseph (Lori) Conti; aunt
to many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Saturday and Sunday
2-4 and 7-9 PM at (Lancaster/Depew Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 6050
Transit Rd., where funeral services will be held Monday at 9:15 AM with a Mass
of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10 AM at SS Peter and Paul Church, 86
Burlington Ave. Flowers gratefully declined. Contributions to the American
Cancer Society. Online register book www.Amigone.com
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/18/2005 - 3/20/2005.

Freeman, Mary L. (Danis)   
March 15, 2005; dearest mother of Kathy (Edward) Smith and Gordon Freeman, Jr;
grandmother of Rebecca Burndt, Ashley Pace, Katie and Cody Smith; great
grandmother of Christian Burndt, Memorial services will be Sunday at 2 PM at
ADDISON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 262 Main St., Angola, NY
Published in the Buffalo News on 3/18/2005.

Gunn II, Edward A.
March 15, 2005; beloved husband of Carole (Seidel) and the late Ann E.
(Schultz); dear father of Edward A. III (Cathy), Elizabeth 'Liza' (Matthew)
Gunn-Taylor, Mary Ellen 'Molly' (Mark) Deuschle, Patrick, Daniel, Thomas
(Mary) and Dr. Kathryn Gunn; loving grandfather of 12 grandchildren; brother
of the late Sally (late Mario) Ortolani, late William (Diane) Gunn and the
late Robert (late Ann) Gunn. Funeral from the JAMES W. CANNAN FUNERAL HOME,
INC. (Southtowns Chapel), 3155 Orchard Park Rd., Saturday at 11 AM and from
St. John Vianney Church at 11:30 AM. Friends may call Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Roswell Park or Meals on Wheels.
Edward was a member of the Toastmasters, American Legion Post #735 and a
lifetime member of St. John Vianney Church, and a Navy veteran of WWII.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Hallick, Michael D.   
Of Colden, NY, unexpectedly March 14, 2005; beloved husband of Kathleen M.
(Engasser); loving father of Carolynn A., Liam P., Cody M. and Brittney M.
Hallick; cherished grandfather of Alyssa and Mia Ceriani; brother of Judy A.
(Michael) Krone, Laurie J. Rubach, William J. and Gary M. Hallick; son of
William D. and Luella M. (Faries); also survived by many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends Thursday and Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the F.E.
BROWN SONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., E. Quaker St., Orchard Park. Services Saturday
11 AM in Big Tree Wesleyan Church, 4163 Fairview Pkwy., near South Park,
Blasdell, NY. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials made to
the children of Michael.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Hartmayer Jr., John W. "Jack"   
March 16, 2005, dear husband of Sally M. (Hanavan); dear father of C. Douglas
(Trish), Rev. Gregory J., OFM Conv., John W. III and Mary Jo (Rolf) Kotacka;
also survived by seven grandchildren; brother of the late Robert P. Friends
may call Thursday 7-9 and Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the DENGLER FUNERAL HOME,
2070 Eggert Rd., Amherst, (between North Bailey and Niagara Falls Blvd.).
Friends invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, 11 AM, from St.
Amelia RC Church, 2999 Eggert Rd., Tonawanda. In lieu of flowers, memorials
may be made to St. Francis High School, 4129 Lake Shore Rd., Athol Springs, NY
14010. Online tributes may be sent to www.mem.com
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Hoth, Cecelia "Rita" (Zak)   
February 25, 2005 of East Aurora, NY, wife of the late Clarence 'Buzz'; mother
of David (Ruth) and Jennifer (late Jon) Hilgreen; grandmother of Alex and
Nikolas Hilgreen. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial
service at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 63 West Falls Rd., West Falls, NY on
Saturday March 19 at 10 AM. Donations in Cecelia's name to Roswell Park or
Hospice Buffalo appreciated. Arrangements by SINICKI FUNERAL HOME,
716-892-8160
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Hufnagel, Elmer F.   
Of Lockport, NY, entered into rest March 17, 2005; husband of the late Anna E.
Hufnagel; father of Donald W. Smith, James A. Smith, Lizbeth (Kenneth)
Bartlett, Joseph (Pamela) Hufnagel and the late Sue A. (Thomas) Ryan; brother
of the late Loretta Harrington, Rev. Alvin S.J., Leona, Eugene, Walter and
Lawrence Hufnagel; also survived by 14 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren
and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at GAUL
FUNERAL HOME, 263 East Ave., Lockport. Relatives and friends are invited to
attend a Mass of Christian burial on Saturday at St. Anthony's Church, 9
Bristol Ave., Lockport at 11:30 AM. Interment in Glenwood Cemetery. In lieu of
flowers donations in Elmer's name to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr.,
Lockport, NY 14094-1231 or St. Anthony's Church would be appreciated by the
family.
Published in the Buffalo News on 3/18/2005.

Hycner, Clara B. (Pilarski)   
March 16, 2005 of Alden, NY, beloved wife of the late John J. Hycner; dearest
mother of Kenneth (Margaret) Hycner; dear grandmother of Meghan (Daniel)
Abbott, John, David Hycner; great-grandmother of Madison Abbott; sister of
Daniel (Eleanore) Pilarski and the late Raymond, Edward, Irene, Bernard,
Frank, Aloysius Pilarski and Florence Osuch. Family will be present to receive
relatives and friends on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the MELVIN J. SLIWINSKI
FUNERAL HOME, 85 George Urban Blvd. (west of Harlem Rd.) where Funeral
Services will be held on Saturday at 9:00 AM and from Queen of Martyrs Church
at 9:30 AM. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. If
desired, contributions may be made to Hospice Buffalo, Inc., 225 Como Park
Blvd., Cheektowaga 14227.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Jefferson, Margaret   
March 14, 2005. The family will receive friends Saturday, 10 O'Clock AM.
Funeral to follow at 11 AM from Gethsemane Baptist Church, 55 Grape St.
Arrangements by BRIAN K. LEWIS FUNERAL HOMES, 845-5545.
Published in the Buffalo News on 3/18/2005.

Kemp, Janette E. (Johnson)   
March 16, 2005; beloved wife of the late Walter Kemp; dear mother of Walter
Kemp, Jr., William (Pat) and Robert (Susan) Kemp; grandmother of ten
grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. The family will be present to
receive friends Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE
FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2600 Sheridan Dr. (at Parker Blvd.), where a Remembrance
Gathering will be held at 8:30 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired,
contributions may be made in Mrs. Kemp's memory to the American Lung Assn. of
WNY. On line register book at www.Amigone.com
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Kilgore, Joan E. (Widman)   
Entered into rest on March 16, 2005. Beloved wife of James; mother of Gail
(Jerry) Galfo, Craig (Sally) Kilgore, Jimmy (Maryann), Yvonne (Paul) Petrusek,
Scott and Michelle (Steve) Lavett; sister of Manfred (Rita) Widman;
grandmother of Melissa (Elliot) Everett, Paul, Justin, Alex and Mariah
Petrusek, Christopher Galfo, Craig, Jarod, Michael and Dayna Kilgore, Zachary
Kilgore, Erica and Bryan Kilgore, Savannah and Nicholas Panepinto, Kaila and
Tarah Lavett. Relatives and friends may call Saturday from 10-11 AM at the
HILLIARD-CREASEY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 147 Delaware St., Tonawanda where a
Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be
made to the Buffalo Hospice Foundation, 225 Como Park Blvd., Cheektowaga, NY
14227.
Published in the Buffalo News on 3/18/2005.

Kmiec, Helen A. (Bezusko)   
March 14, 2005; beloved wife of the late Joseph S. Kmiec; dearest mother of
Sharon (Michael) Wilson and Joseph G. (Rose) Kmiec; dear grandmother of Shawn,
Tina, Darlene and Karen; sister of Eddie Bezusko, Genaveve Conroy, Joan Tresch
and the late John Bezusko, Sally Spencer, Rose Vinci, Lillian Wilk and
Florence Chang. No prior visitation. Relatives and friends are invited to
attend a Memorial Mass at St. Stephens Church (193 Elk) on Saturday at 10 AM.
Arrangements by CUSACK FUNERAL HOME, West Seneca, NY 828-1846.
Published in the Buffalo News on 3/18/2005.

Kracht, Richard C.   
Of West Seneca, N.Y., March 15, 2005, brother of Isabelle (Joseph) Woody;
uncle of Richard (Barbara) Woody. Family will be present Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM
at the HOY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3855 Seneca St., West Seneca, where funeral
services will be held Saturday morning at 11 AM. Friends invited. Flowers
gratefully declined. Memorials to Ebenezer United Church of Christ
appreciated.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/16/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Larkin, Robert H.   
Of Clarence, NY, March 17, 2005, beloved husband of Sharon (nee Swain); loving
father of Douglas (Sandra) Larkin and Judith (Dave) Kautz; loving grandfather
of Melissa (Mark) Urban, Sara Larkin, Branden, Christopher, Jason, Kellyn
Kautz; cherished great-grandfather of Douglas George Urban; dearest brother of
Wade (Betty) Larkin and James (Janet) Larkin; also survived by nieces,
nephews, and cousins. Funeral service Monday at 10:30 AM from the URBAN
BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME INC., 5895 Goodrich Rd., Clarence Center, and in the
Clarence Church of Christ at 11 AM. Visitation Saturday and Sunday from 3-6
PM. Interment in Clarence Fillmore Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may
be made to the Clarence Fire Company or the Clarence Church of Christ. Robert
was owner of R.H. Larkin Inc., Assistant Postmaster of Clarence, Past
President of the Clarence Fire Company, a 32nd degree Mason of the Akron Lodge
#527 F&AM and in the active Air Force Reserve.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/18/2005 - 3/20/2005.

Leonard, Dorothy A. (Inskip)   
Of Kenmore, March 16, 2005, wife of the late Richard W. Leonard; dear mother
of Joann (late Oswald) Lopez and Howard (Deborah) Leonard; grandmother of
Jeffrey Leonard; sister of Kenneth (Vi), Harold (late Lois) and the late
Gordon (Martha) Inskip. Friends may call at D. LAWRENCE GINNANE FUNERAL HOME,
3215 Delaware Ave., Kenmore, Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Memorial contributions to
the charity of your choice are preferred.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/18/2005 - 3/20/2005.

Miller, Cheryl L.   
March 15, 2005, suddenly of Tonawanda, NY, loving mother of Benjamin J.
Miller; beloved daughter of Mary Lou (Askey) and the late James D. Miller;
beloved sister of Michael J. Miller of Georgia; also survived by a nephew,
aunts, and uncles, and cousins. Friends wishing may attend a memorial service
Saturday 11 AM at Trinity Old Lutheran Church, 3445 Sheridan Dr.
Published in the Buffalo News on 3/18/2005.

Neumaier, Hans D.   
Age 77, retired Director of Administrative Services at Ecology & Environment,
died unexpectedly at his home in West Falls March 15, 2005, husband of Ann
Neumaier; brother of Bert (Evelyn) of Vandalia, OH and Gerhard (Ellen) of East
Aurora, NY; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call
Friday, 5-7 PM, at KENNETH HOWE FUNERAL HOME, 64 Maple St., East Aurora, where
Memorial Services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be
made to The Colden Fire Co., PO Box 176, Colden, NY 14033 or a charity of
choice. getlogo,mc0540
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Parks, Elva   
March 17, 2005. Dear mother of Jack (Holly), Sharlene Parks, Kathleen
Halliday, Donna (Edward) Kopra, Patty (Ralph) Dobraski and Susan Parks;
survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews; sister of
the late Lorraine Barone, Gretchen (Robert) Doyle. Friends may call at the
JAMES E. GRACE FUNERAL HOME INC., 335 Ontario St. Saturday 2-4 and 6-8 PM.
Funeral services immediately following. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials
to Hospice Buffalo Inc.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Prise, John Louis   
March 16, 2005, at age 95, beloved husband of 69 years to Mildred D. Prise;
devoted father of James J. (Barbara) and John E. (Michele) Prise; loving
grandfather of Kevin M. (Cynthia) Prise, Sharon (John) Azurin, John M. Prise,
Timothy J. (Dr. Kimberly) Prise, Jennifer M. (Scott) Benning and Susan M.
Prise of San Diego, CA; great-grandfather of 11; dear brother of the late
Stephen E., Alois M. Prise and Virginia Kawczynski; brother-in-law of Matthew
Kawczynski. The family will be present on Friday, from 2-4 and 7-9 PM, at
(Cleveland Hill Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 569 Cleveland Dr., where
funeral services will be held Saturday at 8:45 AM and from St. Aloysius
Gonzaga Church at 9:30 AM. Friends invited. Online register book at
www.Amigone.com.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Reid, Elizabeth N. "Betty" (Nolen)   
March 14, 2005, wife of the late Wallace M. Reid and the late Melville A.
Reid; mother of Jane R. Meese and Susan (William) Mattern; grandmother of
Richard Meese, Carol Dixon, Katherine Meese and Barbara Denton; also survived
by 5 great-grandchildren. The family will be present to receive friends Friday
6-8 PM at BEACH-TUYN FUNERAL HOME INC., 5541 Main St. (at Cayuga Rd.)
Williamsville, where friends are invited to attend a funeral service Saturday
morning at 10 o'clock. Memorials made to a charity of choice.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Reilly, William B.   
March 16, 2005, beloved husband of the late Betty J. (nee Lycett) Reilly; dear
father of Sue A. (Robert) Halady, Richard F. (Karen) Dauscher and the late
Donna L. Lentini; father-in-law of Lawrence Lentini; grandfather of Joseph W.,
Robert, Steven, Andrew, Michelle (Derrick) Schmitt, Laura and Matthew; brother
of Lois (Robert) Mayer. The family will receive friends at the C. MERTZ
FUNERAL HOME INC., 911 Englewood Ave., Thursday 7-9 PM and Friday 2-4 and 7-9
PM, where funeral services will be held Saturday at 9:00 AM and a Mass of
Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John the Baptist Church (Englewood
Ave.) at 9:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. John Building Fund.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Roesser, Helen W. (Roberts)   
Of Kenmore, NY; at age 98 years. Widow of the late C. Britten Weber and
William D. Roesser; survived by two sons C. Blake (Donna E.) Weber of
Tonawanda, NY and Winston (Linda) Weber of Tampa, FL., also survived by three
step-daughters, Sally Johnston of Blue Bell, PA., Susan Putnam of Glen Arbor,
MI and Elizabeth Granger of Hilton Head Island, SC; grandmother of several
grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services held privately.
Memorial donations may be made to Kaleida Health Foundation-Millard Fillmore
Hospital Gates Circle, 901 Washington, Buffalo, NY 14203. Arrangements by
AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC. Online register at book www.Amigone.com
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Rudich, Alexander   
Of Worchester, MA, March 14, 2005, son of the late Daniel and Pauline
(Petrasz) Rudich; brother of John (late Helen), Stanley (Jule), Stephanie
(Francis E.) Downey and the late Annie (late Stephen) Bodnar. Visitation
Friday 2-4 and 6-8 PM (Parastas Service at 6:00 PM) at THE NORMAN E. GANNON &
SONS, INC. FUNERAL HOME, 1075 Ridge Rd.; Lackawanna (824-4000) where services
will be held Saturday at 9:30 AM and at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Ukrainian
Church at 10:00 AM. Burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Mr. Rudich was
Past Commander of VFW Jos. Hriczko Post #6245. The family suggests in lieu of
flowers, memorials may be made to the church.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Schroeder, Julia A. (Schunk)   
Went to be with her Lord on March 15th, 2005 at the lovely age of 98 years and
four months. Beloved wife of the late Henry J. Schroeder Sr.; mother of
Frederick (Margaret), Robert (Elfriede), John (Marialice), Carlton (Anita),
Ken, Mary (Richard) Munn and the late Henry Schroeder Jr; adored grandmother
of 15 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. The family will be present on
Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM, at the Urban-AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, 7540 Clinton
St., Elma. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Annunciation
of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Elma on Saturday at 10:00 AM. Friends
invited. If desired, memorials may be made to Annunciation of the Blessed
Virgin Mary Church. On line register book at www.Amigone.com
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Siracuse, Russell J.   
March 14, 2005; Age 93; beloved husband of the late Lucy (nee DiPirro)
Sircause; father of Ralph (Barbara) Siracuse; son of the late Joseph and Grace
(nee Vilardo) Siracuse; loving grandfather of Russ (Lise Franke), Anne (Mark)
Friedman, Lori M. Siracuse, J.D. and Scott (SaraJeanne Orton) Siracuse;
great-grandfather of Christopher and Katie Friedman, Jacob, Kathleen, Emily
and Benjamin Siracuse; brother of the late Joseph (Mary), Leo (Sylvia) and
John (Mary) Siracuse, Laura (Joseph) Manganello, Mary (Fred) Vasi, Angeline
(Angelo) Fiorella, Theresa (Frank) Guido and Grace (Arthur) DiFlavio; dearest
friend of Marie Rugg and Helen Montesano; also survived by several nieces and
nephews. The family will be present on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at (Amherst
Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 5200 Sheridan Drive (Corner of Hopkins Rd.)
where Funeral Services will be held on Saturday at 10:30 AM and from St.
Gregory The Great Church at 11 AM. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully
declined. Donations may be made to the Summit Educational Resources (Autism),
300 Fries Road, Tonawanda, NY 14150. Online register book at www.Amigone.com
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Stachura, Christine B. (Biedron)   
March 15, 2005, wife of the late Edward; dear mother of Edward F. (Sylvia),
Mary (Stanley) Patykiewicz, Rose (John) Barczak, Alexander (Sandra), Florian
(Blanche) Stachura; grandmother of 16 grandchildren and 24
great-grandchildren; sister of the late Alex Biedron and Florence Blake; also
survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at THE PACER
FUNERAL HOME INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd. (2 blocks east of Dick Rd.). Mass
of Christian Burial at St. Gregory the Great Church, Maple at Gregory Ct
Saturday at 1 PM. Please assemble at church.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Swan, Richard L.   
March 15, 2005, beloved husband of Carol Howard Swan; dear father of Robert E.
Swan and Michael D. Swan Sr.; loving grandfather of Michael D. (Stephanie)
Swan Jr. and Marc D. Swan; loving great-grandfather of Dylan J. Swan; brother
of Nancy L. (Ronald) Zulick; dear friend of Joan K. Sutton also survived by
loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and Patricia H. Swan. Friends
may call Thursday and Friday 2-4 and 7-9 at LOOMIS OFFERS AND LOOMIS INC.,
MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1820 Seneca St. A funeral service will be held at South Park
United Presbyterian Church, 519 McKinley Pkwy., Saturday at 10:00 AM. Mr. Swan
was a member of Parish United Lodge 0292 F & AM (7:30 PM Friday), Past Master
of United Craft Lodge 931 F & AM, South Line Volunteer Fire Department and
Buffalo Association of Realtors. Memorials may be made to South Park United
Presbyterian Church.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Switalski, Norma E. (Lilley)   
March 16, 2005 of Cheektowaga, NY, beloved wife of Charles; dearest mother of
Kevin C. (Amy) and Karin (Mark) Fryer; grandmother of Sophia Fryer. Family
will be present to receive relatives and friends Thursday 7-9 PM and Friday
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 Saturday at 10:15 AM
and from Infant of Prague Church at 11 AM. Interment in St. Adalbert Cemetery.
Norma was an avid bowler and also enjoyed singing and dancing. Flowers
gratefully declined.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Taramasco, James John   
Suddenly, March 13, 2005. Beloved husband of Joyce M. (Korn) Taramasco Loving
father of James J. (Glenda), David J (Trish), Richard J (Annmarie) and Judyann
(Donald) Fitzgerald. Grandfather of Jeannette, Daniel, Matthew, Justin, Jarad,
Corey and Trevor Taramasco, Ryan, Chelsea and Brittney Fitzgerald. Brother of
Joan (Joseph) Wiggins and Armondo (Marguerite) Taramasco. Friends may call
Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 at the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC, 2480 Kensington Avenue,
Amherst. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 10 AM at Infant
of Prague Church. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to the
Parkinson's Association & the Humane Society of the US.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/18/2005 - 3/20/2005.

Topp, Douglas L.   
Of West Seneca, NY, March 16, 2005; father of Douglas L. (Jennifer) Topp;
grandfather of Spencer and Shelby 'Cobra' Topp; brother of Marilyn (Robert)
Gaston and Sharon (Ted Gaczynski) Perry; son of the late Leonard and Ethel
Anderson Topp. Family will be present Friday 2-4 and 7-9 at the HOY FUNERAL
HOME, INC., 3855 Seneca St., West Seneca, where Funeral Services will be held
Saturday morning at 9:30. Friends invited. Mr. Topp worked for Ryerson Steel,
belonged to Teamsters Local #375, business owner of Tip Topp Courier Services,
enjoyed building custom cars and going to car shows.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Trudell, Lawrence D.   
March 15, 2005, husband of the late Mary J. (nee Candee); father of Mary C.,
Julie A., Daniel (Lucy), Patrice E. (late Mike), Bonnie L. Reda, Mark D.
(Crystal), Paula B. (Bill) Theodore, Peter J., Marie T. (James) Heine and the
late Lawrence and Michael S. Trudell; survived by 26 grandchildren and several
great-grandchildren; brother of Richard, Robert and the late Al and Charles
Trudell. Friends may call Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the DANZER & DENGLER
FUNERAL HOME, 5363 Genesee St., Bowmansville. A Mass of Christian Burial will
be held Saturday at 9 AM at Sacred Heart Church. Memorials may be made to the
Diabetes Association. Friend of Bill W. getlogo,mc0540
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Valenti, Peter J.   
March 16, 2005, son of the late Onofrio and Cosma (Riforgiato) Valenti;
brother of Ida (late Charles) Sacco, Paschal (Muriel), Nicholas (late
Antoinette) Valenti, the late Nancy Sardina, Joseph (late Irene) Valenti and
Lucy Longo; brother-in-law of Nicholas Longo. Beloved uncle of Joseph (Norma)
Sardina and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Sunday 3-8 PM at the
JOHN E. ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME (East Chapel), 1361 Hertel Ave. (near Colvin),
where funeral services will be held Monday at 8:45 AM, followed by a Mass of
Christian Burial at Annunciation Church (Grant & Lafayette) at 9:30 AM.
Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/18/2005 - 3/20/2005.

Ware, Harry Potter   
Age 97, at Millard Fillmore Hospital on Monday Marchy 14, 2005; Harry loving
husband of the late Gladys (nee Hopley) (1995) and loving father of the late
Linda (2005) and Bradley; survived by brother in-law Donald Knight, nieces and
nephews Garry, Brian and Neal Skerrett, Paul, Dianne and Mark Hopley and
Marsha Brunton; also by devoted friend Warrene Killian and many other family
and friends. Friends may call at THE WILLIAMS FUNERAL HOME, 722 Ridge Rd
North, Ridgeway from 2-4, and 7-9 Friday. Funeral services will be conducted
in St. John's Angelican Church, Ridgemount Rd, Fort Erie, on Saturday morning
at 10:30. Interment will take place in McAffee Cemetery, Fort Erie. Memorial
donations may be made to Kaleida Millard Health Foundation, Buffalo
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Zimmerman, Edwin A.   
March 16, 2005, age 85, beloved son of the late August V. and Clara B. (nee
Hoerner) Zimmerman; dear brother of Rita (late John) DeGain, Mary Zimmerman
and the late Geraldine Weigel; also survived by three nieces, one nephew and
several great-nieces and nephews. The family will be present to receive
friends Friday 4-8 PM at the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC.,
2600 Sheridan Dr., (corner of Parker), where Funeral Services will be held
Saturday at 12 noon and from St. Amelia's Church at 1 PM. Friends invited.
Flowers gratefully declined. On-line register book at www.Amigone.com.
Published in the Buffalo News on 3/18/2005.

Zuppiroli, Mary (Vella)   
(ZIPPIROLI) March 16, 2005; wife of the late John Zuppiroli; mother of Thomas
(Dee) Zippiroli, Charles (Joan) Zippiroli, Lois (Landon) Jones, Anita (James)
Sturckler; grandmother of 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren;
daughter of the late Louis and Josephine Vella; sister of Ida (late James)
Ventura and the late Frank (Rose) Vella. Family present Friday only, 5-8 PM at
The PERNA-PELLEGRINO FUNERAL HOME INC., 1671 Maple Rd. (between Youngs &
Hopkins Rds.) Amherst, where funeral services will be held Saturday at 9 AM. A
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from St. Marks Church (Woodward
Ave., Buffalo) at 10:00 AM. Interment Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Flowers are
gratefully declined.
Published in the Buffalo News from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.