DEATHS - 2009 - JULY - DECEMBER

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    Roger James Butcher, MTt. Pleasant, age 63, passed away in Charleston, SC on November 3, 2009. Born February 13, 1946, in Niagara Falls, NY, he lived most of his life in Grand Island, NY, and worked as a machinist and most recently in security. Survivors include wife Linda of Mt. Pleasant, SC, son Michael and daughter-in-law Heather of Flagstaff, AZ. Also survived by a sister, Sybil (Michael) Corrigan; brothers, David (Joan), Roger (Linda), John (Karen) and Richard (Debra); and many close family members and friends. Roger was preceded in death by a brother, Melvin; his father Frank; and his mother, Nora. Memorial service will be held on Sunday, November 8, at 2:30 p.m., at MCALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 1520 Rifle Range Road, Mt. Pleasant, SC. Flowers are gratefully declined. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths


   Judith A. "Judy" (Huff) Froman, 65, of Ransomville, NY,formerly of Grand Island, NY, entered into rest on Monday, November 2, 2009 at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital. Born on May 4, 1944 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of Berneice (Wright) Huff of Florida and the late Neal Huff. On November 3, 1974 she married Norman W. Froman. He predeceased her in 2005. Mrs. Froman attended local schools and moved to Ransomville in 2007. Judy dedicated her life to helping unfortunate children. She served as a Foster Mother and Foster Grandmother. Mrs. Froman also worked for Opportunities Unlimited as a Home Care Provider. Judy was the owner and operator of Grandma's Garden Daycare. Mrs. Froman was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Lewiston, NY. In addition to her Mother, Mrs. Froman is survived by two daughters, Wendy (Joe) Zito of Bergholz, NY and Betty Jo (Richard) Steinman of Niagara Falls, NY; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren and one expecting. Judy is also survived by two sisters, Janet (Steve) Summers of Florida and Deborah (Daniel) Curry of Holley, NY; several foster children and grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her father and husband, she was predeceased by one son, Kenneth Froman. The family will be present to receive friends on Thursday, November 5 from 4-8 p.m. in the Chapel of the OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY (297-9007). Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service on Friday, November 6th at 9:30 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 754 Scovell Drive, Lewiston, NY. Everyone please assemble at church. Interment in Niagara Falls Memorial Park Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting us at www.ottoredanz.com and www.legacy.com/ niagara-gazette.

   Anna L. Magee Kinney, 89, formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, died Friday, October 30, 2009, in Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence, following a long illness. Anna was born in Hubbard, OH on February 19, 1920, the daughter of the late Raymond G. and Viola (Ward) Magee. She moved to Buffalo, NY in 1930, where she married Walter I. Magee and moved to Niagara Falls, NY in 1945. She had also resided for a short time in Reno, NV, from 1981 to 1984. She was employed as a nurse’s aide for 30 years at the former DeVeaux Manor, St. Mary's Manor and the Grand Island Manor, prior to retiring in 1979. She was a member of AARP and had served as a senior companion for one year at Hanci. Anna was predeceased by her husband, Walter, on November 20, 1977. She is survived by four sons, Wayne (Kim) Kinney, Robert Kinney, William Davidson, Edward Davidson; a sister, Bunny Whittle; a brother, Arthur (Rachel) Magee; daughter-in-law, Sheila Hobson; 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was the mother of the late David Hobson and sister of the late William Magee. The family will be present at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, Niagara Falls, 1124 Ontario Avenue, on Wednesday from 4-6:30 PM, where a Memorial Service will be held at 6:30 PM. Should friends desire, memorials to the American Heart Association, 25 Hazelwood Drive, Amherst, NY 14228.

   Charlotte M. (Guener) Swalm , February 12, 1915 - October 3, 2009 former Grand Island, NY resident. Died peacefully after 94 years of "a wonderful life." Wife of the late Francis Swalm; loving mother of Sally Hansen (Robert Bender), Charles (Nanci) Swalm, Debra (John) Scheider, and the late John Swalm. Charlotte was the oldest Kaegebein at the time of her death. She attended 95 consecutive annual Family Reunions. She will be fondly remembered by her seven grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and her extended family. A family service celebrating her life will be held November 6th. Memorials to the Beechwood-Blocher Foundation, Getzville.

    Glenn A. Hansen , 51, of Grand Island, NY, on October 29, 2009, beloved husband of Debbie S. (nee Delekta) Hansen; dear father of Jennifer Hansen and Ashley M. Hansen; son of Willa E. (late Andrew H.) Hansen; brother of Kelly (George) Mariano, both of Niagara Falls; son-in-law of Emily (late Stanley) Delekta; brother-in-law of William (Betty) Delekta of Niagara Falls and Lorrie (George) York of Grand Island; also survived by many aunts, uncles, niece Nicole York, nephews Ron Hansen and Scott York, cousins, and his puppies Rosie, Lucy, and Caylee. Friends may call Sunday, November 1 from 4-7:30 PM at the M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Rd., Niagara Falls, NY where Funeral Services will immediately follow at 7:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Roswell Park Cancer Institute. Visit www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for on-line guest register.
See Niagara Gazette Obituary.


   Lisa Ann (Doebert) Geisenhoff, formally of Grand Island. Entered into rest October 13, 2009, in Huntsville, Alabama after a courageous battle with cancer, Survived by husband, Timothy Geisenhoff and children, Jennifer and Justin. Daughter of Carolyn and the late Martin Doebert; sister of David (Liz) Doebert and Beth (Todd) Van Dyne. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Lisa was a 1977 graduate of Grand Island High School and a graduate of Erie Community College with a degree in Dietary Management.
   Memorial services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, November 7 at St. Timothy Lutheran Church, Staley and Stony Point roads, Grand Island, NY. Contributions in Lisa's memory may be made to Susan G. Komen For The Cure, Attn: Donor Services, PO Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309. Arrangements by Kaiser Funeral Home.

   Ronald J. Lisses, 76, of Grand Island, NY, died unexpectedly Thursday, October 22, 2009. Born on June 6, 1933, he was the son of the late Marty and Rose (Katzoff) Lisses and attended local schools. He was self-employed for over 30 years in the Niagara Falls area in the automobile business and enjoyed arts and crafts. He is survived by his dear friend of 30 plus years, Rhoda Simon of Amherst, NY and dear cousin, Eugene Dimet of Lewiston, NY. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Edward Norman. There is no prior visitation. Burial at convenience of the family. Contributions in his memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association, Buffalo NY Office, 315 Alberta Dr., Suite 102, Amherst, NY 14226. Arrangements through Zajac Funeral Home, Inc.

    Joseph F. Hacker, October 26, 2009, father of Jill (John) Banaszak and Jodi (Paul) Pittner; grandfather of Kelly and Kristy Knickerbocker, Alex, Andy, Allison and Andreanna Pittner; brother of Rita (the late Ray) Meiss, Ray (Dolores) Hacker, Florence (Steve) Dudak, Marianne (the late Sam) Borzilleri and Joan Brautlacht. Friends may call Wednesday (Oct. 28) 2-5 and 7-9 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, October 29 at 10 AM at St. Stephen's Church. Please assemble at church. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation For Parkinsons Research, www.michaeljfox.org, He was a wonderful father and grandfather, and he devoted his life to his family.


    Terrance J. Dailly , 38, of Grand Island, NY, entered into rest, unexpectedly, at his residence on Monday, October 19, 2009. Born on January 18, 1971 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Bryce and Darlene (Dunn) Dailly. Terrance attended schools on Grand Island. He earned his Associates Degree from Erie County Community College and was working on his Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, at the University at Buffalo. Terrance was employed by GEICO where he worked in their customer service department and currently he worked as a Tech Support Analyst for Synergy. He was a mechanic by trade and enjoyed all automobiles. Terrance was also an amature radio (HAM radio) enthusiast. He enjoyed motorcycle riding. Terrance is survived by one sister, Lorie (Andrew) Chatterton of Clifton Park, NY; two nephews, Colin and Gavin Chatterton; and many cousins and friends. The family will be present to receive friends on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM in the Chapel of the OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY (297-9007). Funeral services and burial in Riverdale Cemetery will be private. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting us at www.ottoredanz.com and www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette.


    Donald E. "Don" Schopp, 89 of the City of Tonawanda and formerly of Grand Island, October 14, 2009 at Niagara Hospice. Husband of the late Lois Anne Schopp; father of Linda (D. Stuart) MacLeod, Barbara (Charles) Bell and Richard (Jill) Schopp; grandfather of five grandchildren, three step children Terry, Mark and Scott; son of the late Charles Alexander, Sr. and Isabelle (nee Fraser) Schopp; brother of Robert C. (Gwen) Schopp and the late Charles Alexander (late Evelina) Schopp, Jr. There was no prior visitation. A private graveside service will be in Acacia Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094. Arrangements by JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME, INC., Tonawanda, NY. Donald was an Optometrist for over 40 years with offices in Tonawanda and Grand Island. See Niagara Gazette Obituary.




    Ronald E. McTigue, October 16, 2009. Son of Alma (Jones) McTigue and the late Paul E. McTigue; husband of Deborah (Lipka) McTigue; father of Sean Patrick (Jody) McTigue, Lisa (Joseph) Johnson, Deborah (Thomas) Flannigan and Kimberly Schmidt; grandfather of Devin, Ryan McTigue, Madilyn, Delaney Flannigan, Nicholas Johnson and Taylor Furhman; brother of Dennis (Robin) McTigue, Gary (Candice) McTigue, Tim McTigue and Judith (Domenic) Cedro; also survived by several cousins, nieces and nephews. There will be no prior visitation. Relatives and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated 10 a.m. Friday, October 23, 2009 in the Blessed Sacrament Church, 263 Claremont Avenue, Tonawanda. Memorials to Hospice Buffalo, 225 Como Park Boulevard, Cheektowaga, NY 14227-1480 would be appreciated by the family. Please visit www.pruddenandkandt.com to leave an online condolence.

    Brian Dowd , 73, formerly of Grand Island, N.Y., and Leesburg, passed away Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009, after a seven month illness. After retiring from Conrail in Buffalo, N.Y., in 1999, he moved to Florida. He is survived by his wife, Patricia W. He leaves three children: Kelley (Barry) Balcomb of Rochester, N.Y., Robin (Scott) Rochevot of N. Tonawanda, N.Y., and Kevin (Darlene) of W. Roxbury, Mass.; and three step-children: Dr. Stephen M. (Kathy) Waldow of Floral Park, N.Y., Mark (Jeannine) Waldow of Rochester, N.Y., and Karen (Bret) Marlin of Orlando. He also leaves 14 grandchildren and his mother-in-law, Helen S. Mengual of Orlando, formerly of Grand Island, N.Y. He was predeceased by a daughter, Cheryl and grandson, Tyler Balcomb. A memorial mass will be celebrated on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009 at 10 a.m. at St. Stephen's Church, Grand Island, N.Y. Burial will follow in St. Stephen's Cemetery. Donations may be made to: The American Cancer Society; or M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32806. Arrangements by Kaiser Funeral Home, Grand Island, N.Y., (716) 773-3433.

    Laura (nee Fusco) Kose, October 15, 2009, of Grand Island, beloved wife of Theodore Kose; loving mother of Benjamin Kose; cherished daughter of Joseph and Frances Fusco; dear sister of Monica (Sriram) Ramanathan, Lisa Varvaro and Craig (Carolyn) Fusco; beloved daughter-in-law of Mary and the late Michael Kose; also survived by eight beloved nieces and nephews. Friends may call Saturday, October 17 from 6-9 PM and Sunday, October 18 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 10 AM at St. Stephen's Church. In lieu of flowers, charitable contributions can be made to Laura's favorite charities through the funeral home.

    David B. Gingher, October 14, 2009, of Grand Island, beloved husband of Viola (Eastman) Gingher; loving father of Kathleen (Richard) Bartsch, Lori (Richard) Haak, Daniel Alan Gingher and the late David Alan Gingher; grandfather of Jason (Julie) Mock, Sara and Andrew Haak; great-grandfather of Adamo and Meghan; brother of Alan (Ellie) Gingher and Dorine (Frederick) Trautman; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Sunday, October 18 from 1-5 PM at the Kaiser Funeral Home, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

    Elizabeth (nee Moss) Inman, October 11, 2009, of Grand Island, beloved wife of Jeffrey S. Inman; loving mother of Aaron Drew Hesson; dear daughter of James and the late Elizabeth Moss; dear sister of Sandra (Raymond) Adams, Chris (Sam Nelson) Moss and Janice (Gary) Kapps; beloved daughter-in-law of Gerald C. and Marie P, Inman; also survived by many beloved nieces, nephews and friends. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Friday, October 16 at 10 AM at St. Stephen's Church, 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials to the Dennis J. Szefel, Jr. Memorial Fund, for Leukemia Research at Roswell Park Cancer Institute.


   Rosanna M. Russell, of Grand Island, entered into rest October 11, 2009. See NIagara Gazette Obituary.



    Jacqueline I. Bobo, 46, of Grand Island, NY, a decendent of the Williams family that dates back to the mid 1800s on Grand Island, died on Sunday, October 4, 2009 after a brief illness. Jackie grew up in Buffalo and attended St. Boniface, later graduating from Diocesan Education Campus. She also attended Arch Bishop Carroll High School graduating in 1981. Jackie earned an Associates Degree from Erie Community College and her Bachelor of Science degree from Buffalo State College. She was employed at HSBC Bank. A change in careers took her to Health and Human Services where she was promoted to the position of Supervisor. She was the daughter of the late Virginia Irene Bobo and Cullen H. Bobo. She was the sister of Christine N. Thrun of Chino, CA; Cullen L. Bobo of Buffalo; Karen M. (Rev. Walter) Burns of Orlando; and Allen S. Bobo of Rochester. Also survived by an aunt, Ethel L. Bobo of Buffalo; an uncle, Donald J. Allen of Alpharetta, Georgia. She is survived by 13 nieces and nephews; 11 great nieces and nephews in addition to a host of other relatives and friends. Her funeral was held at St. John Baptist church, Buffalo, NY on Monday, October 12, 2009 with Pastor Michael Chapan officiating. Interment in Elmlawn Cemetery, Kenmore, NY. Arrangements by Brian K. Lewis Funeral Home, Buffalo, NY.

    Mabel "Vicki" Broad, 79, of Hendersonville, NC, died Monday, October 5, 2009 at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC.
   A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. November 7, 2009 at St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 374 Main Street in East Aurora, NY 14052 with a reception afterwards in the church hall.
   Mrs. Broad was born in Cheektowaga, NY to the late, Frederick Pontius and Mary Schoenl. She is also preceded in death by two brothers, Francis Xavier and William Pontius, and a sister, Teresa Rose Staffone. Mrs. Broad was a honor student graduate of Pine Hill High of Cheektowaga, NY; past president of the St. Stephen's School Association in Grand Island, NY; past president of the Town and Country Garden Club of Clarence, NY; and Manager of Sutton Place Condo in Niagara Falls, NY. She lived in Western New York until 1989 when she and her husband, Tom, moved to Titusville, FL where she worked for United Space Boosters, Inc, United Technologies, and at Kennedy Space Center until she retired in 1994. They moved to Hendersonville, NC in 1998 where they became active members of St. James Episcopal Church. She especially enjoyed working for the Thursday Thrift Shop. Vicki was involved in many other ministries at St. James, including: Newcomers, Greeter, Usher, and her special ministries of birthday cards and name tags for all parish members. Vicki enjoyed dancing with the Southern Lights Square Dance Club, the Skylarks Round Dance Club, and the Ballroom Dance Club of Hendersonville, where she also served as club secretary. She was always called upon for her computer skills, and enjoyed gardening, sewing, and painting. Some of her stained glass paintings can be seen in homes and local businesses in Hendersonville. She is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Thomas Broad; five children: Rev. Thomas M. Broad and his wife Susan LeViness of Randolph, NY, Kevin M. Broad and his wife Kathy of Titusville, FL, Barbara Ann Russo and her husband John of Grand Island, NY, Brian F. Broad and his wife Brenda of Amsterdam, Holland, and Todd A. Broad and his wife Kerri of Fernadina Beach, FL; 11 grandchildren: Anthony, Audrianna, Ashley, Amanda, Christopher, Kyle, Brandon, Arcadian, Arianna, Angelina, and Aidan; and one great-grandchild, John Anthony. A memorial service will be held at St. Matthias Episcopal Church in East Aurora, NY at a later date. Memorial contributions may be sent to: St. James Episcopal Church Foundation, 766 N. Main Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792. THOS. SHEPHERD & SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS and Cremation Memorial Center in Hendersonville is in charge of arrangements. An online register book is available at www.thosshepherd.com.


   Phyllis R. (nee Rank) Stack, October 5, 2009, of Grand Island, wife of the late Charles Stack; beloved mother of Deborah (Andrew) Beyer, Richard (Deborah) Stack, Denise (Thomas) Dewey, Sam (Mel) Hill and Daniel Stack; precious grandmother of Christine Ratajczak, David Ciechoski, Robert, Jeremy and Anthony Stack, Thomas and Charles Dewey and Sarah Taylor; also survived by seven great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews; sister of Joseph Rank, Joanne Urtel and the late Cyril Rank. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, October 10 at 10 AM at St. Stephen's Church, 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice Buffalo.

   Edward H. "Ted" Steckelberg, October 1, 2009 of Grand Island; husband of Joyce M. Steckelberg; father of Jack (Jackie) Steckelberg, Teddi Ann (Mike) Davis, Joni (Nick) Nicolucci and the late Scott Steckelberg; stepfather of Michael Barrile, Michelle (Gary) Stegmaier and Joseph (Christy) Barrile; son of the late Henry and Edna Steckelberg. Memorial Services will be held Sunday, October 4 at 3 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to Niagara Hospice.


   Kenneth H. Sondel, September 29, 2009, husband of Susan (Hood); father of Justin and Jacqulene Sondel; son of Margaret and the late Walter Sondel; brother of Robert K. (Nancy), David L. (Mary) and Colleen Sondel; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call Friday, October 2 from 2-5 PM and 7-9 PM at the DENGLER, ROBERTS, PERNA FUNERAL HOME, 3000 Delaware Ave., Kenmore. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, October 3 at 10 AM at St. Timothy's Church, 565 East Park Dr., Tonawanda. Please assemble at church. Memorials may be made to the Grand Island Fire Company. On-line tributes may be sent to www.mem.com.

   Rose Marie Sutherland, passed away peacefully September 28, 2009, of Grand Island, NY, beloved wife of the late James M. Sutherland; loving mother of Scott (Gail) Sutherland, Anne (Kenneth) Jaffe of Boulder, CO, and Lynne Sutherland Bolles of Longmont, CO; grandmother of Ian, Julia, Jeremy, David, Daniel, Michael and Ryan; great-grandmother of Addison Marie. Friends may call Friday, October 2 from 4:00-7:00 PM at the LESTER H. WEDEKINDT INC., FUNERAL HOME, 3290 Delaware Ave. and are invited to attend services in Kenmore Presbyterian Church (Delaware and E. Hazeltine Aves.) Saturday afternoon, October 3 at 2:00. Mrs. Sutherland was an Owner and Secretary of Sutherland's Office Centre.

   Eleanor A. (nee Kunz) Haller, 92, Thursday, September 24, 2009 in Kenmore Mercy Hospital, of North Tonawanda, formerly of Grand Island, NY. A resident of Grand Island for over 30 years, she was the wife of Herbert E. Haller who passed away in 1981. From the 1950s until the early 1980s, she and her husband and her brother- and sister-in-law, Del and Mary Haller, owned and operated the popular Del & Herb's Grand Island Grill, located on Baseline Road. Eleanor is survived by daughters Mrs. Richard (Carolyn) Williams of Livonia, NY and Mrs. Sullivan (Joanne) Miano of North Tonawanda; seven grandchildren; and 13 great grandchildren. Predeceased by a sister and a brother. No prior visitation. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Friday, October 2 in St. Matthew R. C. Church in Livonia. A private interment will be in Acacia Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Catholic Charities. Arrangements by John O. Roth Funeral Home Inc. in Tonawanda.

   Irene (Sachanowski) Kostalek, entered into rest peacefully in the Grand Island home of her niece Barbara Gannon on September 27, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Emil; sister of Henry and the late Stanley, Helen, Dorothy, Alfred and Edward Sachanowski; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the KOLANO FUNERAL HOME, 396 Amherst St. (near Grant) Thursday 9 AM and Assumption Church at 9:30. Friends are invited. Visitation Wednesday, September 30 from 4-7 PM. Donations to Hospice Buffalo Inc. or the Assumption Church Preservation Fund are preferred. Entombment St. Stanislaus Cemetery.

   Michael Kelly, September 26, 2009, of Grand Island, husband of Deanna (Dayton) Kelly; father of Kevin (Lynn) Kelly, Maureen (Steven) Knight, Sean (Tammy) Kelly, Michelle Kelly-Grim, son-in-law Brian Grim; brother of Kathleen Burbas, the late Patricia (John) Pater; grandfather of nine; also surviving are several nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday, September 28 from 7-9 PM and Tuesday, September 29 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, September 30 at 10 AM from St. Stephen's Church, Grand Island. Mr. Kelly was the owner of Kelly's Country Store. He was active in the Lions Club of Grand Island and the Knights of Columbus, Mary Star of the Sea Council 4752. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to the Lions Club of Grand Island. See Buffalo News Obituary.




    Lavant "Lee" Becker, September 24, 2009, of Grand Island, NY, husband of Mary; father of Debbie Becker, Ann ( Kevin) Bull and Mike (Patti) Becker; also survived by seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Monday, September 28 at 10 AM at St. Stephen's Church, 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

    Donald E. Pellow, September 24, 2009, age 88, beloved husband of 60 years to Bertha S. (nee Falk) Pellow; loving father of Terry (late Bernard), Sharon (Rick), Diane (Brian) and Donna (Robert); cherished grandfather of nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; also survived by nieces and nephews. The family will be present on Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27 from 2-6 PM at the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 2600 Sheridan Drive (corner of Parker Blvd). Funeral services will be held on Monday, September 28 from Trinity United Methodist Church, 2100 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island at 11 AM. Friends invited. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Don's name to Buffalo Hospice Inc., 225 Como Park Blvd, Cheektowaga, NY 14227 or the Trinity United Methodist Church - Children's Programming, PO Box 38, Grand Island NY 14072. Share your condolences at www.AMIGONE.com

   Donald J. Therolf, September 20, 2009; beloved soul mate of Agnes Hulpiau; father of Jimmy Therolf; brother of Barb (Harold) DuMain, Rita (Ron) Hanson and Larry (Lynn) Therolf; step-father of Deborah (Jim) Wehrfritz, Don (Cindy) Hulpiau, Sue Rockwell and Ken Hulpiau; also survived by 10 grandchildren, one niece and many nephews. The family will be present Thursday, September 24 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the GRECO FUNERAL HOME, 2909 Elmwood Avenue, where prayers will be offered on Friday, September 25 at 10:15 AM and followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM from St. Timothy R.C. Church. Don was a retired E.C. Deputy Sheriff, Veteran of Vietnam, Life Member in the NRA and Master Instructor of Hunter Safety courses. Flowers gratefully declined. Please share your condolences at www.GRECOFUNERAL.com

   Nancy J. (nee Hixson) Person, September 19, 2009, age 79, of Grand Island, wife of Rolph A. Person; mother of Valerie A. (George W.) Schmedlen of Shaker Heights, OH, Janet C. (Michael R.) Paterno of Fairport, NY, Russell R. (Stacy) Person of Grand Island and the late Glenn R. Person; also survived by four grandchildren. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The American Cancer Society.

   Eugene A. Ward, 83 years young of Grand Island, NY, died September 15, 2009. Born in Buffalo, son of the late Gerald G. and Alice (nee Schaub) Ward. After serving in the US Navy during World War II, Gene owned and operated several local businesses including Ward Vermeer, Schaub Equipment Rental, Tri-Ward Equipment, Southgate Welding and most recently Line-Ward Corporation of West Seneca. Gene is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Noreen (nee Ledwin) Ward and will be sadly missed by his son Kurt (Donna) Ward, daughter Cheryl (Roger) Gustavel and grandchildren Jamie Marie Ward, Tyler and Tanner Gustavel. He was the brother of Gerald (Sarah Jane) Ward and Diane (Jerry) Deinzer, brother-in-law of Arlene (late Robert) Ward and brother of the late Robert Ward Sr. and Elizabeth J. Ward. "Uncle Gene" will be so fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and good friends. His family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, September 25th from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 25 William St. (between Morgan & Broad Sts) in Tonawanda. A service to celebrate his love of life and of water will be held at the Buffalo Launch Club, 503 East River Rd., Grand Island, NY, Saturday, September 26th at 11 AM. Friends invited. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Roswell Park Cancer Institute or to Hospice Buffalo, Inc. See Buffalo News Obituary..



   Dr. Raymond P. Kot Sr., September 14, 2009, of Grand Island, NY, beloved husband of Alice H. (nee Kowalski) Kot; dearest father of Raymond P. Kot II; pre-deceased by two sisters and five brothers; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family will be present to receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, September 16 and Thursday, September 17 from 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 Friday at 9:00 AM and from St. Stephen's Church, (Grand Island), at 10:00 AM. Entombment, St. Stanislaus Cemetery. Dr. Kot was an Army Air Force veteran of WW II, a member of the American Legion F. J. Donovan Post #1626 and a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine.

   Mary Jane (Malizia) Masocco, 79, of Grand Island, NY, died on Monday, September 14, 2009 at Elderwood Health Care at Riverwood, Grand Island, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Clementina (Capolupo) Malizia.Mary Jane attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1948. On October 8, 1949, she married Antonio "Tony" Masocco at St. Joseph's Church in Niagara Falls, NY. Mary Jane was employed for 10 years at the former Permanent Savings Bank, later known as Key Bank in Niagara Falls. Afterwards she and her husband, Tony owned and operated the Ice Bridge Ice Cream Parlor on Main Street in Niagara Falls. Following their retirement, Mary Jane and Tony moved to Arizona and lived there until returning to Grand Island, where she currently resided. Mary Jane will be remembered as an excellent cook and for her generosity to people. She also enjoyed traveling, but her greatest pleasure came from spending time with her family.In addition to her husband of 59 years, Mrs. Masocco is survived by two children, Angela (Jack) Chambers of Grand Island, NY and Donald (Rita) Masocco of Niagara Falls, NY; four grandchildren, Lindsay Chambers, David Chambers, Jessica Masocco and Steven Masocco; one sister, Helen (Dario) Farallo of Niagara Falls, NY; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.Friends may call on Wednesday from 4–8 PM at the M.J. COLUCCI and SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will begin on Thursday, September 17th at 8:45 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 AM in St. Stephen's Church, 2100 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY, with Rev. Paul Nogaro, O.M.N. officiating. Private entombment will be held in St. Joseph Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY. Visit www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online guest register.

   Betty Ashton Barrett, of Davenport, FL, formerly of Grand Island, NY, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2009 at the Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center Haines City, from heart failure. See The Ledger.com. for complete notice.

   James A. Rogers, August 13, 2009, of Grand Island. Beloved husband of Florence (Pufal) Rogers; father of Florence Diane (Andy) McGowan, Barbara Lynn Bechthold, James (Kimberly) and George (Lauri) Rogers; grandfather of Jennifer, Brittany, Andrew, Rachel and Lauren. A celebration of Jim's life will be held Saturday October 17 from 1-4 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to UB Foundation School of Engineering, PO Box 730, Buffalo 14226, Mr. Rogers was the owner of Kehr-Buffalo Wire Frame and Rogers Industrial Springs.

   Charles S. Sperrazza III, September 2, 2009, of Grand Island. Son of Lauren (nee Bonnice) Sperrazza and Charles S. (Patricia) Sperrazza Jr.; brother of Adam and Michael Sperrazza; grandson of Isabelle Bonnice. Friends may call Monday, September 7 from4-8 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 10 AM at St. Stephen's Church.

   Vivian C. Bryans, formerly of Buffalo, NY, Grand Island, NY and Florida, of Honeye Falls, NY, September 2, 2009, age 87. She was born the daughter of George and Mary Bernhardt McHale on August 3, 1922, in Flint, MI. She was predeceased by her husband Frank; son Geoffrey and daughter Mary. She is survived by her children Jerry Bryans, Karen (Mike) Uhlberg, Kathy (Bob) Ohrling and Kelly (Timothy) Schiefen; 15 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; also all of her extended family at the LCCNR in Mount Morris, NY. Friends may call Friday, September 4 from 12-2 PM at the MERTON H. KAYS FUNERAL HOME INC., 59 Monroe St., Honeye Falls, where a service will immediately follow at 2 PM. Burial will take place in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Tonawanda, NY, on Saturday, September 5 at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association , 435 E. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14620. To light a candle of remembrance, please visit www. mertonkaysfuneralhome.com.

   Jacqueline (nee Beiring) Gister, former Grand Island, NY resident, September 1, 2009 of Hamburg, NY; beloved wife of the late John Richard; dearest mother of John (Bev), Dennis, Catherine (David) Dudek and Christoepher; loving grandmother of eleven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; daughter of the late George Beiring and Marie Grodek; sister of George (Verjean), Edward (Ruth), Donna Rafe, Peggy Beiring, Karen (Bob) Genovese, Emory Grodek and the late Matthew Grodek; also survived by nieces and nephews. Chapel service at THE COLONIAL MEMORIAL CHAPELS INC., 3003 South Park Ave., Lackawanna, NY on Friday, September 4 at 10:00 AM. Visitation Thursday, September 3 only 4-8 PM.

   Janice M. Conway of Volcano Village, Hawaii formerly of South Buffalo and Grand Island, NY died August 24, 2009; beloved mother of Makana Keikinaniokahaunoelani Aranda; dearest daughter of M. Therese and the late Frank J. Conway; loving sister of Robert G., Francis D. (Pat), Barry C. (Winanne) and the late James F. Conway; dearest auntie to Cody J., Dylan M., Colin F. and many Hawaiian children and families. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Hilo at hospiceofhilo.org or 1011 Wainuenue Ave, Hilo, HI 96720. A Hui Hou Kakou Aloha Oe Kaikuahine.


   John Tornabene, Virginia (Hura) Tornabene
Virginia (Ginny) Tornabene passed away August 6, 2007. She was the loving mother of five, grand mother of 10, great grand mother of one, devoted wife of John. On August 27, 2009 John, known to most in the Grand Island School District from 1985-2002 as “Jack” joined his beloved wife of 50 years. Jack and Ginny chose anatomical gift to UB as their final disposition. Flowers gratefully declined. Any expressions of sympathy in memory of John and Virginia, may be made to hospice (Mitchell House, 225 Como Park Blvd. Cheektowaga), or Harbor Medical (2950 Elmwood Ave, Kenmore). Friends and family invited to celebrate their lives, their passing, their 50th wedding anniversary at the family home at 2 p.m. September 12th. Together again for all eternity. “Semper Fi” … “always faithful”

   Adele (Zagrodnik) Borowiec, of Grand Island died Aug. 27, 2009. Wife of 54 years of Richard A. Borowiec; sister of Helen Rydzynski; also survived by nieces and nephews. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Mrs. Borowiec was a self-employed tax preparer and previously a psychiatric social worker.

   Kathleen M. (Groo) Percs, August 27, 2009, of Grand Island, wife of the late Joseph S. Percs, mother of Mary E. (Alajos) Nemeth and the late Judith V. Bloch, grandmother of Steven (Stephanie) and Susan (John Bligh) Bloch, Martin A. (Michelle), Mark S. (Michelle) and Thomas E. (Kimberly) Nemeth, great grandmother of Miranda, Alex, Allyson and Sean Nemeth, Samantha and Zachary Bloch, sister of the late Judit Vass and Geza Groo, flowers gratefully declined, memorials may be made to EWTN Global Catholic Network 5817 Old Leeds Rd., Irondale, AL 35210, or St. Stephen's Church 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island, NY where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, August 31, 2009 at 11:00 AM.

   Dr. Norman G. Courey, a retired Buffalo physician, died Sunday, August 23, 2009 while visiting family in San Francisco. He was 79. A memorial service will be at 10:30 a. m. Sept. 19 in St. Martin- in-the-Fields Episcopal Church, 2587 Baseline Road, Grand Island. See Buffalo News Obituary..

   Margaret M. (Dowell) Barr, August 25, 2009, of Springfield, MO formerly of Grand Island, wife of the late Michael J. Barr; mother of Margaret "Peggy" (Victor) Shelton of Springfield, MO and David J. Barr of Grand Island; grandmother of the late Matthew and Allen Potter. Friends may call Friday, August 28 from 7-9 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, August 29 at 9:30 AM at St. Stephen's Church. Flowers gratefully declined.

   Robert N. Jones, August 23, 2009 of Grand Island, N.Y. Beloved husband of the late Carol LaVonne (nee Laman) Jones; dear father of Timothy, Kim (Keith) Sciandra, Gary, Shawn and Kandice (James) Bradford; loving grandfather of Jason, Kori, Kelsey, Angel, Shawna, Eric and Justin; great-grandfather of Brooklynn, Joey, Tyler, Cori and Nathan. Friends may call Wednesday, August 26 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the LESTER H. WEDEKINDT INC. FUNERAL HOME, 3290 Delaware Ave., where funeral services will be held Wednesday evening at 8 PM. Mr. Jones was a past President of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Club #1411, North Tonawanda N.Y. and a veteran of WW II.

   Patricia A. (Beckett) Barth, of Grand Island, NY, August 22, 2009, beloved wife of Richard H. Barth; cherished mother of Deborah (Kevin) Klees, Pamela (Mike) Buckovich, Donna Jo (William) Ponholzer; grandmother of David, Jacob, Zachary and Ronald; sister of Mary Beckett, George (Sandy) Beckett, James (Joan) Beckett, Kathleen (Gary) Brenon, Carol (Gregory) Galdon and the late John, David and Judith; sister-in-law of Laverne Beckett and Terry Beckett; survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Wednesday, August 26 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM, at the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, NY. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, August 27 at 11 AM, at St. Timothy RC Church, 565 East Park Dr., Tonawanda, NY (please assemble at church). In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Lung Association or the American National Kidney Foundation . Online registry at: www.thedietrichfuneralhome.com

   Thomas C. Mroziak, of Grand Island, entered eternal life August 20, 2009; dearest son of Emily (Mamon) Mroziak; beloved husband of Mary Elizabeth "Maribeth" (Lang) Mroziak; loving father of Michael (JoAnne) Mroziak, Cheektowaga and Melissa (Christopher) Mroziak-Hartwick, Grand Island; adoring dziadzi of Sarah, Kari and an expected grandchild; loving "Grumpa" of Elisabeth Tubridy; brother-in-law of Scott Johns and John "Peter" Woock and special cousin of Michael and Margaret Piecuil; also survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, godchildren, aunts, an uncle and many cousins. Tom was predeceased by his father, Joseph and his sister, MaryAnn Johns. Friends may call Saturday from 6 to 8 PM and Sunday from 2 to 6 PM at the LABUDA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 356 Portage Rd., Niagara Falls (716-284-1573) A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 7 PM at St. Stephen's Church, 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island. Please assemble at church. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Stephen's Church, United Way of Buffalo and Erie or Hospice Buffalo. See Buffalo News Obituary..

   Paul J. Conn, August 21, 2009 of Grand Island, NY. Loving husband of Anna (nee Parenti) and the late Lorraine (nee Havens); father of Gregory Conn and Laurie (late David Munter) Lazik; also survived by several grandchildren; brother of Eileen (Lester) Reed and the late Roger and Joseph Conn. Friends may call Sunday from 2-4 & 7-9 at the LESTER H. WEDEKINDT, INC. FUNERAL HOME, 3290 Delaware Ave., where funeral services will be held Monday morning at 10. Memorials may be made to Hospice Foundation, 225 Como Park Blvd., Cheektowaga 14227. Mr. Conn was a member of Grand Island Lodge #1138 F & AM, under whose auspices a service will be held Sunday evening at 7. See Buffalo News Obituary..

   Kenneth P. Adolf, 55, of Niagara Falls, died Wednesday, August 19, 2009 at his residence, unexpectedly. Mr. Adolf was born December 2, 1953 in Buffalo, the son of Bernard and Helen (Paradowski) Adolf. He lived in Buffalo, Cheektowaga and Grand Island prior to moving to Niagara Falls 28 years ago. He was a graduate of Hutch Tech and Erie County Community College. He worked as a chemical engineer at Olin Corp. for several years until being on a medical disability. He is survived by his sister, Deborah Adolf of Cheektowaga and was a dear friend of the Maracle family. Friends may call from 3 to 7 PM Monday, August 24 in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue. Please assemble at St. John de LaSalle R.C. Church, 8469 Buffalo Avenue on Tuesday, August 25 at 10 AM for a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will be held at the convenience of his family in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

   Curry M. Glor, August 19, 2009, age 35, after a short, courageous battle with cancer; beloved husband of Amanda C. (nee Gottler) Glor; loving father of Paige R. and Peyton E. Glor; devoted son of William E. and Maureen A. (nee O'Brien) Glor; caring brother of Ryan W. (Michelle) Glor; adored grandson of Marguerite O'Brien; dear son-in-law of Peter and Lynn A. Gottler; also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends. Curry was a 15-year employee of Dunlop Tire in Tonawanda. The family will be present on Saturday, August 22 and Sunday, August 23 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2600 Sheridan Drive (corner of Parker Blvd), where prayers will be offered on Monday, August 24 at 8:15 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated from St. Amelia Church at 9 AM. Friends invited. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Curry's name to Roswell Park Cancer Institute would be greatly appreciated. Share your condolences at www.AMIGONE.com.

   Shane M. (Minet) Yensan, August 19, 2009, of Grand Island. Beloved son of Brent and Sharon Minet; brother of Richard Yensan and Brent Minet; grandson of Gladys and the late Charles Benzing; fiance of Nikki Clark; also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Visitation will be held Friday, August 21st from 1-4 and 7-9 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 22 at 10:00 AM at Trinity United Methodist Church, Grand Island.

   John D. Domowicz, of Grand Island, died August 10, 2009. Husband of Cheryl (Woods) Domowicz; father of Todd, Kacey and Brandon; son of Tadeusz and Arlene Domowicz; brother of Mark (Donna) Domowicz, Gregg Domowicz, Christine Olson and Carl Domowicz; son-in-law of Richard Woods and Eleanor (Carl) Maier; brother-in-law of Laura (Fred) Lombardo, Lisa (Scott) Krawczyk and Amy (Steve) Krathaus; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Sunday, August 16 from 3-8 p.m. at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, August 17 at 12 noon at St. Stephen's Church.

   Rita L. (Doyle) Siverson, August 8, 2009 in Orlando, Florida, formerly of Kenmore and Grand Island; age 79; beloved wife of the late E. Paul Siverson; dearest mother of Diane Applegate, Wayne (Margie) Siverson, Kevin (Carol) Siverson, Linda (David) Campbell and Scott (Holly) Siverson; loving grandmother of 11 grandchildren; sister of Patrick, Francis, Richard, Owen and the late George Doyle and the late Marjorie LeRoy; also survived by nieces and nephews. A Memorial Celebration of Rita's life will be held Saturday, August 15 at 2 PM at 394 Robinson St, North Tonawanda 14120. Arrangements by GRECO FUNERAL HOME (874-4400). Arrangements by Anthony E. Greco. Please share your condolences at www.GRECOFUNERAL.com

   Fred C. "Korey" Korhummel Jr., August 10, 2009, 50; beloved husband of Maria C. (Capizzi); dear father of Fred C. III; dear son of Margaret and the late Fred C. Korhummel; dear brother of Janice (Michael) Curatolo, Lisa (Brian) Bauer and the late Ann C. Korhummel; son-in-law of Russell and Phyllis Capizzi; dear brother-in-law of Salvatore Capizzi, Russell (Gina) Capizzi and Phyllis (Richard) Dworak; also survived by nieces and nephews. The family will be present Sunday, August 16 from 2-5 PM and 6-9 PM at the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC. 2600 Sheridan Dr. (at Parker Blvd.) A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday morning, August 17 at 10:00 AM in St. Stephen R.C. Church, 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island. Flowers are gratefully declined. Fred was the founding Executive Director of Hasek's Heroes. Share your condolences at www.AMIGONE.COM See Buffalo News Obituary..

   Klara (Kulishowa) Teluk, 85, of Grand Island, a former nurse at Sisters Hospital. Beloved wife of the late Mykola; devoted mother of Paul (Maria), Peter (Faye) Teluk, Irene (Joseph) Fiebelkorn and Anita (Robert) Burke; loving grandmother of 13; great-grandmother of 10; also survived by family in Ukraine. Family will be present Monday 4-8 PM at the PIETSZAK FUNERAL HOME, 2400 William St. (near Harlem), where a Panachyda Service will be held Monday at 7 PM and Tuesday at 9:30 AM followed by a Funeral Liturgy at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church at 10 AM. Entombment will take place in Venice, FL. Memorials to Hospice Buffalo, Inc., Cheektowaga, NY 14227.

   Harry C. Jerge, August 2, 2009, of Grand Island, husband of the late Margie Jerge; brother of Jean (Mary Lou) Jerge; cousin of Mary Ann (George) Crowe; step-father of Susie (the late Joseph) Cinelli, Barbara (Jack) Johnson and James (Diane) Kovacsev; also survived by ten step-grandchildren, eighteen step-great grandchildren, one step-great-great grandchild and many nieces and nephews. A memorial Mass for Harry and Margie will be celebrated Wednesday, August 12 at 10 AM at St. Stephens Church, 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island. Flowers gratefully declined.

   John Burchfield, August 6, 2009, born in Marshfield, MO on August 29, 1951, resided in Grand Island, NY. Loving husband of Charlene (Gaska) Burchfield; devoted father of Rusty and Erich Burchfield; brother of Joan Willoughby, Betty Hawk and Bill (Judy) Burchfield; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews also survive. Friends may call Monday 2-4 and 7-9 at the LESTER H. WEDEKINDT, INC. FUNERAL HOME, 3290 Delaware Ave., and are invited to attend funeral services in Zion United Church of Christ, Parker Blvd. & Koenig Circle, Tuesday morning at 11:00. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to Zion Church or Grand Island Relay For Life, 101 John James Audobon Pkwy, Amherst, NY 14228.

    Barbara (Wiedrich) Leiker , July 29, 2009, of Grand Island, wife of Donald Leiker; mother of Richard (Maggie) Leiker of San Jose, CA, Jeffrey (Merced) Leiker of Lancaster, NY, Donna (Gerry) Maybach of Clarence Center, NY and the late Mark, Michael and Robert Leiker; grandmother of Justin and Joshua Maybach, William Leiker, Kirsten Maybach and Megan Leiker; sister of Donald (Emma) Wiedrich, daughter of the late Omer and Frances Wiedrich. Friends may call Friday, July 31 from 2-4 & 7-9 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, August 1 at 10 AM at St. Stephen's Church. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to Hospice Buffalo.

   John C. McWilliams, July 29, 2009, of the Town of Tonawanda, NY, former Grand Island resident beloved husband of the late Betty Jane (Meyers) McWilliams; dear father of Dolly (Anthony) D'Orazio, Martha M. Kreuzer (Bob Guggemos) and Jess J. (Diane) McWilliams; loving grandfather of Michelle, Edward Budny, Anthony III, Dawn, Justin and Brittany McWilliams; also survived by many great-grandchildren; brother of the late Carl (Marion) McWilliams. Friends may call Thursday, July 30 from 7-9 and Friday, July 31 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the LESTER H. WEDEKINDT FUNERAL HOME, 3290 Delaware Ave. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Funeral Services on Saturday, August 1 at 11 AM in Faith United Presbyterian Church, 3150 Elmwood Ave. Mr. McWilliams was a member of the Master Builders Lodge No. 911 F&AM, Brounshidle Post No. 205 and an exempt member of the Sheridan Park Volunteer Fire Company. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Faith United Presbyterian Church.

    Marie T. (Kromke) Hughes, July 22, 2009, of Grand Island, wife of the late Wesley J. Hughes; mother of Wesley W. Hughes of Grand Island and Katherine (William) O'Mara of Amherst; grandmother of Mary (Joseph) Foley, Parker and Timothy O'Mara; beloved aunt of Michael (Cheryl) Kromke. No prior visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, July 26 at 11:30 AM at St. Stephen's Church 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island.

    Theresa June Smith, July 18, 2009, age 81, of North Tonawanda, a 32 year resident of Grand Island Devoted wife of Gilbert Rupert Smith; loving and cherished mother of Gilbert (Adrianne) Smith, Julie (Jay) Deveso and Kathleen (John) MacClellan; dearest grandmother of 9 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated SATURDAY, July 25 at 10:00 AM from St. Stephen's R.C. Church, Grand Island. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Niagara Hospice. Arrangements by WATTENGEL FUNERAL HOME (692-0440) On line guest registry at www.Wattengel.com

    Henry P. Schenck, July 21, 2009, of Grand Island, NY, beloved husband of Marjorie Schenck; father of Kathleen (Brian) Bauer, Colleen Tappan, Rev. Robert (Cheryl) and Dr. Paul (Rebecca) Schenck; also survived by 13 grandchildren; brother of Nikki (late "Al") Levin and the late Robert "Bobby" Schenck. Friends may call Thursday, July 23 from 5-7 at the LESTER H. WEDEKINDT FUNERAL HOME, 3290 Delaware Avenue. Friends are invited to attend services at the Chapel of St. Francis of Williamsville Home, 147 Reist St., 14221, Friday morning at 11. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Francis of Williamsville Home.

    Kenneth G. Webb, July 15, 2009, beloved husband of Marie (nee Jedermann) Webb; father of Karen (Steven) Manning and Bonita (Vincent) Rizzo; also survived by five grandchildren; brother of Norine Giardina, Ronald, the late Earl and Clinton Webb. Friends received Saturday and Sunday from 4-8 PM at the GRECO FUNERAL HOME, 2909 Elmwood Ave (near Sheridan Dr.), where funeral services will be held Monday morning, July 20 at 10 AM. Mr. Webb was a combat veteran of the Korean War, a retired employee of Linde Division of U.C.C. with 34 years of service as a welder, supervisor and consultant in Rio deJaneiro, Brazil.

   Henry F. Gardner, 83, of Wellsville, NY and formerly a long-time Grand Island resident, went to his heavenly home on Friday, July 3, 2009 surrounded by his family. Born on May 15, 1925 in buffalo, NY, he was the son of Frank and Mary (Pavelska) Gardner. He graduated from Stella Niagara High School, Lewiston and was a musician who enjoyed playing the drums with several bands before being called to serve his country. He met the former Valentina Scholokoff in Japan during World War II. They were married on November 24, 1946 while serving with the U. S. Army's 158th Regimental Combat Team ("The Bushmasters") in the Pacific Theater of Operation. Hank was employed for many years as an operational engineer and heavy equipment operator for the Town of Grand Island. He also owned and operated Island Disposal Service on Grand Island. He was a former active member of the VFW Post 9249 on Grand Island and the Grand Island Rod & Gun Club. He was a member and chaplain for the Morrison Hayes Post 702 American Legion in Wellsville and VFW Post 2721 in Cuba. He also was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed playing golf, hunting and fishing. Surviving in addition to his wife of 62 years, is one son, John (Dorothy) Gardner of Grand Island; two daughters, Suzanna (Fred) Hoefler of Lawrenceville, Georgia and Vera (Rodney) Hollowbush of Ulysses, Pennsylvania; five grandchildren; three great grandchildren; one brother, Don (Kathy) Gardner of Grand Island; and several nieces and one nephew. Friends called Monday at the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral Home in Wellsville. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Tuesday in the Immaculate Conception Church in Wellsville. Burial with full military honors, was in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Wellsville. Memorial suggestions include home care and Hospice or the Morrison-Hayes Post 702 American Legion.

    Doloris A. "Dolly" Parks, 78, of Norfolk, Nebraska, formerly of Buffalo, New York, died Wednesday July 8, 2009 at St. Joseph's Nursing Home in Norfolk, Nebraska. She was born January 23, 1931 at Buffalo, New York the daughter of Anthony and Agnelina (Toucha) Stachowski. Dolly received her B.A. in Education in 1953 from Buffalo State in Buffalo, New York. She taught school, second grade at Buffalo, New York for five years, and taught at Grand Island, New York, public schools for 11 years. Dolly taught 9 years at Norfolk Public schools in Norfolk, Nebraska and retired from teaching in 1981. Doloris worked at Walmart in Norfolk 17 years and has been a resident of St. Joseph's Nursing Home, since December, 2008. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Norfolk, Norfolk Senior Center, Madison County Teachers Organization; Welcome Wagon Newcomers, Enjoyed doing crafts, owls, eggs, birdhouse collections, garage sales, gardening (flowers) and recipe collection. Dolly's Survivors include her two sons: Douglas and wife Lisa Parks of Norfolk; Jeffrey and wife Jeri Parks of Hideaway, Texas. Three Grandchildren Melissa and Stephanie Parks of Norfolk; Dylan Parks of Hideaway, Texas. Dolly is preceded in death by her Parents, and Sister Alicia Gorney. Memorial Services: Johnson-Stonacek Funeral Chapel, Norfolk, NE Time/Date: 10:30 a.m., Monday, July 13, 2009. Officiating: Father Jerry Connealy. Inurnment: Private family services at a later date. In lieu of flowers Memorials to American Cancer Society . Arrangements by JOHNSON-STONACEK FUNERAL CHAPEL, 910 Park Ave., Norfolk, NE.

    Mildred "Millie" (nee Villafranca) May, July 6, 2009, age 85; beloved wife of the late Frank R. May; dearest mother of Marianne (late Jerry) Meitz, Rosalyn (Jerry) Warren, Pat (Wanda) Peri, Jr. and Cheryl Bellissimo; devoted grandmother of Deborah Meitz, M.D., Jerry Meitz, Jr., Dayna Carlton, Terri Lynn Virga, Trina Vekich, Pat Peri, III, Gina Vona and 14 great-grandchildren; dear sister of the late Eva Vungaro. The family will be present Wednesday, July 8 from 4-8 PM at the (Delaware Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1132 Delaware Avenue (near W. Ferry Street) where prayers will be offered on Thursday, July 9 at 8:45 AM and followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM from St. Stephen's Church, Grand Island. Please share condolences online at www.AMIGONE.com

    Harold W. " Whitey" Booker, BOOKER - July 3, 2009, of Hendersonville, NC, formerly of Grand Island, NY, beloved husband of Helen Joan; father of Gary (Becky); grandfather of Lance and Christopher (Amy); great-grandfather of Dylan, Christina and Donovan Booker. Friends may call Wednesday, July 8 and Thursday, July 9 from 2-4 and 6-8 at the LESTER H. WEDEKINDT FUNERAL HOME, 3290 Delaware Ave., where funeral services will be held Friday morning, July 10 at 10. Friends invited. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice Foundation. Mr. Booker was a retiree from General Motors where he worked for over 39 years.

    Charlene F. (Jessie) Dworak, 69, of Grand Island, NY, died Sunday, July 5, 2009 at Erie Co. Medical Center, Buffalo, NY. Born May 5, 1940 in Tupper Lake, NY, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Rita (Trudeau) Jessie. She came to Niagara Falls, NY as a young child with her family, attended local schools and was a member of the last graduating class from St. Mary's High School. Her and her husband, Thomas R. Dworak, Jr. owned and operated Niagara Fancy Bakery here in Niagara Falls, NY and Grand Island, NY, with the help of other family members, until 1980. She then went to work at Ames Department Store as a sales representative and retired from OHMTEK Technology in Wheatfield, NY. Charlene was a member of St. Stephen's RC Church, loved spending time with her family and enjoyed helping raising her grandchildren.She is survived by her husband, Thomas R. Dworak, Jr. of Grand Island, NY, whom she married January 27, 1962 at St. Mary's Church; her children, Thomas S. Dworak, Patrick (Tracy) Dworak, Richard (Phyllis) Dworak, all of Grand Island, NY, and Lesha Tiedemann of Williamsville, NY; grandchildren, Brittany, Tiffany, Brianne, Matthew, Sydney, Patrick, Thomas, Madison, Tyler and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was also predeceased by her sisters, June Jessie and Carol McQuillan.Friends may call Wednesday, July 8th from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Zajac Funeral Home, Inc., 319-24th St., cor. Welch Ave., Niagara Falls, NY. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, July 9th at 11:15 AM from St. Stephen's RC Church, 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island, NY. EVERYONE PLEASE ASSEMBLE AT CHURCH. Burial in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to National Kidney Foundation of Western NY, 300 Delaware Ave., Suite 101, Buffalo, NY 14202, or Upstate Transplant Services, 110 Broadway, Buffalo, NY 14203.Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for online guest register. See Buffalo News Obituary..



    Herman E. Lindermann, July 5, 2009, of Grand Island, NY, beloved husband of Helen Lindemann; brother of the late John and Herbert; uncle of John, Ronald and Richard. The family will be present Tuesday, July 7 from 2-4 and 7-8 PM at the HARRY A. WEDEKINDT FUNERAL HOME, 280 Grover Cleveland Hwy. at N. Bailey where services will be held at 8:00 PM immediately following visitation. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial contributions may be made to The Hospice Foundation, 225 Como Park Blvd., PO Box, Buffalo, NY 14240-0590.










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