Matthews - Margaret T. (nee Smith) Of Hamburg, formerly of Lackawanna, NY, December 18, 2018. Beloved wife and best friend of 62 years of the late William J. Matthews; loving mother of William E. (Penny), Robert P. (Diane), Ellin (James) Leone, and Edward J. (Sharon); cherished grandmother of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; predeceased by brothers and sisters.
Masse, Andrew M. December 19, 2018 of Derby, NY. Beloved son of Mark and Jennifer (nee Ciesla) Masse; devoted brother of Cortney, Danielle, and Matthew; cherished grandson of Sandra Schaefer and Henry (Barbara) Ciesla; special nephew of Daniel Ciesla; also survived by many, many friends.
CRAWFORD, Elizabeth M. (nee Enright) "Betty" of Lake View, NY December 13, 2018; beloved wife of John P. Crawford; loving mother of Beth (late Michael Gillian) Crawford, Mary Crawford, Susan Crawford, John Crawford, Margaret (Michael) Levasseur, Dennis Crawford, Daniel (Sue) Crawford, Edward Crawford, and the late Kathleen (Ken) Linhardt; cherished grandmother to 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; dear sister of James (Barbara) Enright, Sister Mariella Enright, Donna (Lou) Mascellino, Jeanne (late Dennis) Langner and the late Margaret (late Arthur) Pause, George (late Lynn) Enright, Eileen (late Bud) Roberts, Vincent Enright and Joseph Enright; also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Eberhardt - James "Jim" November 22, 2018 of Lake View, NY, beloved husband of Clara A. (nee Tiberia) Eberhardt; devoted father of James (Theodora), Lynn (Marc Reinhardt), Patti (Doug) Durni, Carol (Ed) Gath, and Joseph (Laura) Eberhardt; loving brother of late William (Susan) Eberhardt; also survived by twelve grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Truskowski - Bernard A. Of Angola, NY, November 23, 2018; beloved husband of the late Irene (nee Kuna) Truskowski; loving father of Donna (Mark) Sudyn; cherished grandfather of Joshua Sudyn; dear brother of the late Chester Truskowski, Anne Bartlow and Matilda Zielinski; also survived by nieces and nephews.
RECHIN - Patricia Catherine November 18, 2018, age 86, of Derby, NY. Beloved wife of the late Ronald Rechin; dear mother of Richard (LouAnn) Rechin, Deborah (Gary) Yates, Karen (Mike) Rechin and Donna (Doug) Schaefer. Mom devoted her entire life to her family, nothing was more important to her than Ron, her four children and their spouses, twelve grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren and twelve nieces and nephews. Growing up as an only child made her so appreciative and proud of the large family she and Ron created. Most people knew that her first job was as a gift wrapper for J & Adams and later she and her sister-in-law ran their own nursery school. She loved the snow, playing on her IPad and listening to Frank Sinatra and Elvis. Her best friend was Dorothy Clark and she had a huge sweet tooth. What many did not know was the enormous heart she had, she loved her family and friends and was the best person to talk to during tough times. She was positive, honest, funny and kind. She will be greatly missed always. Mom, please give dad a big hug from us and know that we love you and look forward to the day we are all together again.
BYSTRYK - Thomas A., Sr. April 25, 1945 - October 21, 2018. Devoted, loving husband of 53 years of Kathleen T. (nee Wojciak); loving father of Thomas A., Jr. (Renee'), Christopher E. (Monica) and Laureen A. Syta (David). Proud and loving grandfather of Margaret, Thomas, Jacob, Ty, Christopher, Jr., Megan, Joseph, Hudson, Ethan, Luke and Jonas.
COLANGELO, Victor of Derby, NY October 21, 2018; beloved husband of Jennie (nee Ybarra) Colangelo; loving father of Vincent Colangelo and Joseph (Lisa) Colangelo; cherished Papa of Joelle (Matthew) Vanhauwaret, Jessica, Catherine, Michelle, Joseph and the late Vincent Colangelo; adored great-grandfather of Hayden; dearest son of the late Michael and Irene (nee Guido) Colangelo; dear brother of Patricia (Robert) Laudisio, Michael (Barbara) Colangelo, Donna (Jerome) Kowalik, Irene (James) Nagy and the late Gregory Colangelo; also survived by nieces and nephews.
LAURIA-SCALISE, Mary - We are here today with the heaviest of hearts. Every tear that rolls down our cheeks represent the love we have for our aunt, wife, sister, and friend Mary. She was an inspiration to many and her smile could light up the darkest room and the darkest day. If you had the privilege of knowing her, then you know you were blessed. We thank her for what she meant to us and she will always be in our hearts.
McNall – Baldelli, Mary K. (nee McCarthy) October 1, 2018 at age 94 of Hamburg and Boston, NY (originally from Fond du Lac, WI). Beloved wife of the late Ralph McNall and late Essio “Ace” Baldelli; devoted mother of Ralph (Kathy) McNall, James (Mary) McNall, and Pamela (late Richard) Young; dear sister of Jim (Sandy) McCarthy, late Dorothy (late Al) Hergenrother, and late Pat McCarthy; also survived by 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
EBERHARDT - William R. Of Lake View, NY, died suddenly on July 5, 2018, at age 78. Beloved husband of Susan (nee White); loving father of Bob, Tom, Mary (Neil Glagovich) and Sharon (Perin Meyer); stepsons Tony (Jennifer) and Tim (Karen) Dublino; son of the late Frank and Mabel Eberhardt; brother of James (Clara) Eberhardt; brother-in law of Mary Ann (Joe) Hodder, the late Jerry (Judy) White and the late Barbara (Steve) Hampel; adoring grandfather to thirteen grandchildren and one great-grandson and will be missed by many nieces and nephews and Aunt Betty Mayne. Bill worked for Eberhardt Builders that constructed countless homes in the Lake View Community and retired from Ford Motor Company after thirty years. He was a founding father of the Flying Knights of Hamburg, NY.
FERRINO - Richard A., Jr. Of Evans. Entered into rest on June 20, 2018. Beloved husband of Maureen E. (nee Mangan) Ferrino; devoted father of Richard A. (Laura) Ferrino III, Mitchell (James Melendez) Ferrino, Bethany (Austin) Reese and Nicholas Ferrino; cherished grandfather of Daniel, Madeline and Lilah; loving son of Eleanore and the late Richard Ferrino, Sr.; dear brother of Deborah (Peter) Zembaty, Randal P. (Michele) Ferrino and Robert (Julie) Ferrino; faithful "furry friends" Toby and Tiffany; also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and friends.
MANZELLA, Joan A. (nee Jiaconetti) Of Lake View, NY, June 21, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Pasquale E. Manzella; loving mother of Anthony (Betty), Pasquale (Nancy), and John (Dana) Manzella; cherished grandmother of eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; dearest sister of Jackie (late Jack) DeMarti, late Elio Mazzanti, late Robert (late Barbara) Giaconetti; also survived by nieces and nephews.
Toy, Mary Ann (Muffoletto) Of Brant, NY entered into rest June 8, 2018, age 66. Beloved wife of Howard T. Toy; dearest mother of Christa (Jermaine ) Nance and Kelly (Steve) Czosek; sister of Rose Ann (Jerry) Sutter, Michael (Marcy) Muffoletto, Kathleen (late Bernard) Sheppard, Lucille (Chris) Militello and the late James Muffoletto II; grandmother of Richard Thomas, Jermaine Anthony, Jeremiah James and Noah Isaiah.
MROZEK - Joan M. (nee McDonald)
Of Lakeview, entered into rest June 1, 2018. Beloved wife of Daniel J. Mrozek; devoted mother of Barbara (Mark) Williams and John (Candas) Mrozek; cherished grandmother of Alex, Jordan, Maria, Johnny, Nicole, and Austin; loving daughter of the late George and Kathryn McDonald; dear sister of James (Debra) McDonald, John "Jack" (Tammy) McDonald, Gary (Marcia) McDonald, Donald (Lorena Ball) McDonald, and the late Theresa Neaverth; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
Rudnicki - Joanne (nee Dillon)
June 10, 2018, of Lake View, NY, beloved wife of James J. Rudnicki; devoted mother of Amy Bennett, Sarah (Eric) Cernak and Chris Rudnicki; loving gram of Ben, Maddie, Gus and Meg; daughter of the late Bill and Winifred Dillon; dear sister of Hon. James (Karen) Dillon, Theresa Dillon-Ciallela, Maureen (Rob) Soris, Rose Dillon, Frank (Donna) Dillon, Katie (Jack) Matte and the late Bill (Deb) Dillon, late Peggy (Chet) Spoonley and late infant John Joseph Dillon; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Rath, Anne M. (nee Regan) on May 22, 2018 of Lake View, NY. Beloved wife of the late James J.; loving mother of Elizabeth J. Rath, James J. (Molly) Rath, Timothy C. (Dina) Rath, Martin J. (late Karen) Rath, Carolyn A. (Michael) Phillips, David K. (Shelby) Rath, Kathryn M. Clancy, Maryanne (John) Ring; dearest sister of Joyce (late Timothy) McCarthy and C. Murray (Becky) Regan; adored grandmother of 15; also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Cahill, Andrew- Of Derby, NY, Entered into rest April 30, 2018, age 89. Husband of the late Marion (Doherty) Cahill; dearest father of Thomas (Susan) Cahill, Michael (Sharon) Cahill, Terri (William Joyce) Cahill-Gannon, Kevin (Debra) Cahill, Wende (Ernie) Edwards, Rebecca (Lawrence) Bednarz and Andrew (Anita) Cahill; brother of James Cahill, pre deceased by 3 brothers and one sister; also survived by 18 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren.
Soto, Robert- Affectionately known as Buffalo's own Bobby DeSoto, of Buffalo, NY, unexpectedly passed April 25, 2018. Loving father of Shane (Ellen) Soto and Chadd (Krista) Soto; dearest grandfather of Cooper and Peyton Soto and Nicholas and Joseph Hanna; former husband and lifelong friend of Sandra Soto; dear brother of Marilyn Brown, Jerry, Don and Trish Soto, Edward Kress and the late Theresa Yanik.
Sikora, Zygmunt- Of Hamburg, NY, April 20, 2018, beloved husband of Kazimiera Pajor-Sikora and the late Rozalia (nee Kon) Sikora; loving father of Donna (late Richard) Brennan, Marion (Janet), late Joseph (Linda), and the late Richard (Michelle) Sikora; dearest grandfather of Cheryl (Vincent) Agro, Daniel (Leeann) Brennan, Joseph, Jacqueline (Joshua) Jezioro, Alexander, Rebecca, Samantha and Zachary Sikora; adored great-grandfather of Nicholas, Dylan, and Colton Agro; dear brother of Henry (Sophie), Theresa (Walter) Senko, and the late Janina (late Anthony) Borecki; also survived by nieces, nephews and many step-children and step-grandchildren.
Tomasulo, Madonna- March 28, 2018, of Hamburg, NY, at the age of 60. Devoted wife of Victor Tomasulo III; loving mother of Daniel (Jennifer), Victor (Kaitlin), and Victoria; Cherished grandmother of Hannah, Nora, and Owen; beloved sister of Suzanne (Dave) and Larry (Kelly); treasured daughter of Phyllis and the late Lawrence.
Lezark - Richard J. September 12, 2018 of Derby, NY. Beloved husband of Karen (nee Pfleuger) Lezark; devoted father of Jason (Amy Cooke) and Jeffrey (Danielle) Lezark; cherished grandfather of Abby and Garrett; loving brother of Lillian (late Harold) Bright, late John (late Dolores) Lezark, and late Shirley (late George) Hansen; also survived by nieces and nephews.
CZOSEK - Steven E. Of Hamburg, NY. September 6, 2018. Beloved husband of Kelly Ann (Toy) Czosek; dearest father of Richard T. Mercado; son of Paul J. and Lorrainne M. (Brower) Czosek; brother of Anne (Paul) Augustyn and Linda Lambert; uncle of Collin and Caitlin Augustyn.
PIETROCARLO, Robert - Robert Of Hamburg, NY, September 2, 2018. Beloved husband of Barbara A.(nee Kearbeline) Pietrocarlo; loving father of Karen Kryszak (Darrell Horton), Robin (Ken) Augustyniak and Robert (Kim) Pietrocarlo; cherished grandpa of Nicholas (Ashley) Augustyniak, Lindsay (Brian) Grove, Erika Augustyniak (Jon Marsillo), Kelsey Kryszak and Quinn and Cole Pietrocarlo; great-grandfather of Greyson Augustyniak; father-in-law of Jeff Kryszak; son of the late Fermino and Loretta Pietrocarlo; dear brother of James (late Nancy) Pietrocarlo, Gloria (Mark) Thomas, and Sandra (Cliff) Harrigar; brother-in-law of Beverly (late Karl) Zollitsch; also survived by many nieces and nephews.
LINNAN - Martin C. Of Lancaster, NY, August 30, 2018; beloved husband of Lisa Wilczak; loving father of Shannon (Garrick) Shick, Justen (Lauren Chudoba) Wilczak, Maddisen (Steven McAllister) , Christen and Marten; grandfather of Jamison, Lilyrae, Callen, Faith and Jayden; son of Neal and Pat (Boychuck); brother of Paul; also survived by many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.
HIRSCH - Linda R. (nee Fiebelkorn) Of Lake View, NY, suddenly on August 20, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth R. Hirsch; loving mother of Kenneth A. (Lisa) Hirsch, Lisa (Robert) McDonough, and Aaron Hirsch (Cecilia Glinski); cherished grandmother to her grandbabies Ashely, Devon, Paige, Logan, Sean, Danielle, Brayden, Danica, and great-grandbabies Luna and Nicholas; daughter of the late Raymond and Thelma (nee McEwen) Fiebelkorn; dearest sister of Paulette (Thomas) Ertel, Raymond Fiebelkorn, and Nancy (Lawrence) Kotarski; also survived by nieces and nephews.
DiMaria, Mary Margaret (nee Mahaney) on August 5, 2018 of Lake View, NY. Beloved wife of the late Frank DiMaria; loving mother of Joan (Lewis) Kruszka, Rev. Sean E. DiMaria, and Mark F. DiMaria; dearest
grandmother of Mary, Bridget, Claire Kruszka, and Anthony DiMaria; dear sister of Francis (Barbara) Mahaney, Anne (John) Pieprzny, Gerard Mahaney, and the late Edward (late Diane) Mahaney; also survived by many loving family members.
Kathleen A. (nee White) – On July 19, 2018 of Lake View, NY. Beloved wife of Michael J. Padden; loving mother of Carol (Jacob) Brandel; dearest Grammy of Sophia and McKenna; dear sister of Rae Marie (Vincent) Meccia; also survived by many nieces and nephews.
PHILIPPS - Gerard P. July 18, 2018. Of Fredonia, NY, formerly of Angola, NY. Beloved husband of the late Patricia A. (Maurin) Philipps; dear father of Amy (Daniel) Hontz, Ellen (Wayne) Conrad, Sally (Richard) Phelps, Michael (Cheryl) Philipps, Eileen Bardwell, Katherine (John) Kiernan, and Matthew (Katryn) Philipps; grandfather of 20 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren; brother of the late Francis Philipps; survived by nieces and nephews.
Hubbard, Maureen G. (nee Perkins) “Perky” July 15, 2018 of West Seneca, NY (formerly of Lake View, NY). Beloved fiancé of James Sever; devoted daughter of late John and Florence Perkins; cherished sister of Mary Lee (Thomas Comar) Perkins, Lawrence (Rita) Perkins, Patricia Perkins, Elizabeth (Justin) Dubreville, and Bridgette (Dale Rose) Bordonaro; also loved by many nieces and nephews.
SOULE- Florence R.(Nee: Heiderman) Of Eden, NY; March 3, 2018, age 97. Beloved wife of late Norman R. for 69 years; loving mother of William (Beth), James (Jendy), Rosemary (Dennis) Peters and Robert (Cindy); grandmother of nine and great-grandmother of 12, sister of Joseph Heiderman, late Adele Coleman, Vincent Heiderman, Irene Dzubella, Bernice Heiderman and Henry Hiederman. Family invites friends to call from 2-4 and 7-9PM on March 9th at Laing Funeral Home Inc. 2724 W. Church St. Eden. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on March 10th at 10AM in St. John Paul, II Church, Lake View, NY Memorials to American Cancer Society.
Seehase, Tom P. Suddenly February 25, 2018 of North Tonawanda, NY (formerly of Lake View, NY). Beloved son of Jim and Barb (nee Bienko) Wagner; devoted brother of Krista (Andy) Lipczynski and Louis Wagner; cherished fiancé of Katti Irvin; loving step-father of Bella; dearest uncle of Zoey and Bailey Lipczynski; dear nephew of Mary Jane Bienko and late Joe and late Joan Bienko, fond grandson of James and Gloria Wagner; also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Friends received at LAKESIDE MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC. 4199 Lake Shore Rd. (corner Camp Rd. & Rte. 5) Hamburg, NY 716-627-2919 on Sunday from 2 – 6 PM, where prayers will be held Monday at 9:15 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John Paul II Church at 10 AM.
PETRI - Richard L. Of Lakeview, NY, entered into rest February 7, 2018. Richard was born in Pittsburgh, PA, August 8, 1928, to the late Armand Petri and late Josephine Kowalski. Beloved husband of Sandra (Makowski); father of the late Mark Petri; dear father of Armand (Kimberly); brother of Armand and the late Charles and late John; also survived by 3 grandchildren, Gayle, A.J., Heather, and great-grandson, Santino; also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. No prior visitation. Memorial Mass will be celebrated on March 3, 10 AM at St. John Paul II Parish in Lake View, NY 14085.
BOURDON - Mary Ann K. (nee Zeitler) February 10, 2018. Loving wife of the late Murray J. Dear mother of Mark J. Bourdon and Jeneen B. (Gordie) Fewox. Cherished grandmother of Paige and Rachel Bourdon and Taylor Fewox. Beloved daughter of late John B., late Mary (nee Schwabl) and late Bertha (nee Butz) Zeitler. Devoted sister of the late Rev. Msgr. John W. Zeitler and late Jeanne E. Zeitler. Dear sister-in-law of Marie (nee Bourdon) Weckerle; aunt to Dr. Donna, James, and Robert Weckerle, Linda Roach and late Karen (nee Weckerle) Braithwaite. Close friend of Ann Argy and family, Ellen Koessler and family and Father Ron Lord and family. Graduate of Holy Angels Academy, member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, longtime employee of Amherst Central School District. Friends may call Friday 4-7 PM at the HOY FUNERAL HOME, 3855 Seneca St., W. Seneca. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial from Blessed John Paul II RC Church, 2052 Lake View Rd., Hamburg, on Saturday at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Dominican Nuns, 335 Doat St., Buffalo 14211. Condolences, www.hoyfuneralhome.com
CHIOCCHIO - Dario S. Of Lake View, NY, February 3, 2018; beloved husband of the late Stella M. (nee Mascitelli) Chiocchio; loving father of Angela (Edward) Jackson, Dario (Lisa Bender) Chiocchio, Diane (Steve) Avecillas and the late Annamaria Chiocchio; cherished grandfather of Matthew, Nathan and Zachary Jackson, Andrea Chiocchio, Amanda (Michael) Kulpa, Christina Chiocchio and Luciana and Dario Avecillas; adored great-grandfather of Jocelyn, Jayce and Michael; dear brother of Maria (Fluvio) Dunatov. Family will be present to receive friends Tuesday from 4-8 pm at the (Hamburg Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5453 Southwestern Blvd. (corner of Rogers Rd., 646-5555), where prayers will be said Wednesday at 10:15 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Saint John Paul II Parish at 11:00 AM. Entombment Lakeside Memorial Cemetery Mausoleum. Share condolences at www.kaczorfunerals.com
Kuebler, Dorothy M. (nee Benson) January 29, 2018 of Lake View, NY. Beloved wife of late Leo Kuebler; devoted mother of Kenneth (Donna) Kuebler, Ann Kuebler, and Christine Voelker; cherished grandmother of Kenneth Jr., James, Debra, Kevin, Jessica, Joanne, Matthew, and Sarah; loving great-grandmother of Andrew, Alex, Hunter, Madison, and Ryan; dear sister of Harold and late William (late Thelma) Benson; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John Paul II Church on Friday at 10:30 AM. Please assemble at church. Arrangements by LAKESIDE MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC. 716-627-2919. Memorials may be made to Hospice Buffalo. Online condolences and donations at www.LakesideFuneralHome.com.
MANLEY - Michael H. January 20, 2018, son of the late Daniel and Betty Manley; dear brother of Kay (Joseph) White, Eileen (late Edward) Dee, Daniel (Kathryn) and the late Patrick (late Penny) Manley; also survived by nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated in St. John Paul II Church, 2052 Lakeview Rd., Lakeview, NY, on Thursday, February 1 at 10 AM. Arrangements by VANDERCHER & DICK FUNERAL HOME.
TIGHE - Joann (nee Patton) - January 20, 2018, beloved wife of Patrick F. Tighe; dear mother of Patrick (Betsy) Tighe, Laura (late Scott) Raisor, Lisa (Dave) Abbott, Linda (Tim) Wach, Katie (Joe) Gasiecki, Jennifer (Joe) Smith and Matthew (Rebecca) Tighe; loving "Queen Nan" of 22 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren; daughter of the late John and Helen (O'Donnell) Patton; sister of Jack (Jeanne) Patton, Mark (Bonnie) Patton, Luann (Bob) Roberts and the late Diane (Robert) Darling; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends and family may call Sunday from 4-8 PM at the JAMES W. CANNAN FUNERAL HOME, INC. (Southtowns Chapel), 3155 Orchard Park Rd. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. John Paul II Church on Monday at 9:30 AM (please assemble at church). In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Abilities Beyond the Horizon, 307 Sunrise Circle, Neptune Beach, FL 32266. Mrs. Tighe was a member of the Bernina Club. www.CANNANFH.com
TILERT - Alma G. (nee Gallivan) - Of West Seneca, entered into rest January 7, 2018. Devoted mother of Susan (Kevin) Kuhn, Thomas (Julie) Tilert, Kathleen (Joseph) Metzger, Marjorie Dintino, Amy (Sheryl) Kashuba-Shanahan and Timothy Tilert; cherished grandmother of Erin (Robert) May, Brian (Sara) Senator, Kevin (Courtney) Senator, Devon Metzger, Leigh (Sean) Roberts, Jillian Dintino, Kara Dintino, Kevin (Selena) Shanahan, Martin Tilert and Sheila Tilert; great-grandmother of Nathan, Vivian, Kellan, Mattalynn, Claire, Kendall, Henry, Patrick and Molly; loving daughter of the late Jeremiah and Harriet Gallivan; dear sister of the late Alice Howe, late Esther Vogel and the late Jerry Gallivan; fond sister-in-law of Beany Gallivan; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel), 3060 Abbott Rd. near Lake Ave. on Thursday from 3-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. John Paul II Church (Little Church), 2052 Lake View Rd., Lake View on Friday at 12 noon (please assemble at church). Online condolences may be made at www.lombardofuneralhome.com
Masse, Andrew M. December 19, 2018 of Derby, NY. Beloved son of Mark and Jennifer (nee Ciesla) Masse; devoted brother of Cortney, Danielle, and Matthew; cherished grandson of Sandra Schaefer and Henry (Barbara) Ciesla; special nephew of Daniel Ciesla; also survived by many, many friends.
CRAWFORD, Elizabeth M. (nee Enright) "Betty" of Lake View, NY December 13, 2018; beloved wife of John P. Crawford; loving mother of Beth (late Michael Gillian) Crawford, Mary Crawford, Susan Crawford, John Crawford, Margaret (Michael) Levasseur, Dennis Crawford, Daniel (Sue) Crawford, Edward Crawford, and the late Kathleen (Ken) Linhardt; cherished grandmother to 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; dear sister of James (Barbara) Enright, Sister Mariella Enright, Donna (Lou) Mascellino, Jeanne (late Dennis) Langner and the late Margaret (late Arthur) Pause, George (late Lynn) Enright, Eileen (late Bud) Roberts, Vincent Enright and Joseph Enright; also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Eberhardt - James "Jim" November 22, 2018 of Lake View, NY, beloved husband of Clara A. (nee Tiberia) Eberhardt; devoted father of James (Theodora), Lynn (Marc Reinhardt), Patti (Doug) Durni, Carol (Ed) Gath, and Joseph (Laura) Eberhardt; loving brother of late William (Susan) Eberhardt; also survived by twelve grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Truskowski - Bernard A. Of Angola, NY, November 23, 2018; beloved husband of the late Irene (nee Kuna) Truskowski; loving father of Donna (Mark) Sudyn; cherished grandfather of Joshua Sudyn; dear brother of the late Chester Truskowski, Anne Bartlow and Matilda Zielinski; also survived by nieces and nephews.
RECHIN - Patricia Catherine November 18, 2018, age 86, of Derby, NY. Beloved wife of the late Ronald Rechin; dear mother of Richard (LouAnn) Rechin, Deborah (Gary) Yates, Karen (Mike) Rechin and Donna (Doug) Schaefer. Mom devoted her entire life to her family, nothing was more important to her than Ron, her four children and their spouses, twelve grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren and twelve nieces and nephews. Growing up as an only child made her so appreciative and proud of the large family she and Ron created. Most people knew that her first job was as a gift wrapper for J & Adams and later she and her sister-in-law ran their own nursery school. She loved the snow, playing on her IPad and listening to Frank Sinatra and Elvis. Her best friend was Dorothy Clark and she had a huge sweet tooth. What many did not know was the enormous heart she had, she loved her family and friends and was the best person to talk to during tough times. She was positive, honest, funny and kind. She will be greatly missed always. Mom, please give dad a big hug from us and know that we love you and look forward to the day we are all together again.
BYSTRYK - Thomas A., Sr. April 25, 1945 - October 21, 2018. Devoted, loving husband of 53 years of Kathleen T. (nee Wojciak); loving father of Thomas A., Jr. (Renee'), Christopher E. (Monica) and Laureen A. Syta (David). Proud and loving grandfather of Margaret, Thomas, Jacob, Ty, Christopher, Jr., Megan, Joseph, Hudson, Ethan, Luke and Jonas.
COLANGELO, Victor of Derby, NY October 21, 2018; beloved husband of Jennie (nee Ybarra) Colangelo; loving father of Vincent Colangelo and Joseph (Lisa) Colangelo; cherished Papa of Joelle (Matthew) Vanhauwaret, Jessica, Catherine, Michelle, Joseph and the late Vincent Colangelo; adored great-grandfather of Hayden; dearest son of the late Michael and Irene (nee Guido) Colangelo; dear brother of Patricia (Robert) Laudisio, Michael (Barbara) Colangelo, Donna (Jerome) Kowalik, Irene (James) Nagy and the late Gregory Colangelo; also survived by nieces and nephews.
LAURIA-SCALISE, Mary - We are here today with the heaviest of hearts. Every tear that rolls down our cheeks represent the love we have for our aunt, wife, sister, and friend Mary. She was an inspiration to many and her smile could light up the darkest room and the darkest day. If you had the privilege of knowing her, then you know you were blessed. We thank her for what she meant to us and she will always be in our hearts.
McNall – Baldelli, Mary K. (nee McCarthy) October 1, 2018 at age 94 of Hamburg and Boston, NY (originally from Fond du Lac, WI). Beloved wife of the late Ralph McNall and late Essio “Ace” Baldelli; devoted mother of Ralph (Kathy) McNall, James (Mary) McNall, and Pamela (late Richard) Young; dear sister of Jim (Sandy) McCarthy, late Dorothy (late Al) Hergenrother, and late Pat McCarthy; also survived by 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
EBERHARDT - William R. Of Lake View, NY, died suddenly on July 5, 2018, at age 78. Beloved husband of Susan (nee White); loving father of Bob, Tom, Mary (Neil Glagovich) and Sharon (Perin Meyer); stepsons Tony (Jennifer) and Tim (Karen) Dublino; son of the late Frank and Mabel Eberhardt; brother of James (Clara) Eberhardt; brother-in law of Mary Ann (Joe) Hodder, the late Jerry (Judy) White and the late Barbara (Steve) Hampel; adoring grandfather to thirteen grandchildren and one great-grandson and will be missed by many nieces and nephews and Aunt Betty Mayne. Bill worked for Eberhardt Builders that constructed countless homes in the Lake View Community and retired from Ford Motor Company after thirty years. He was a founding father of the Flying Knights of Hamburg, NY.
FERRINO - Richard A., Jr. Of Evans. Entered into rest on June 20, 2018. Beloved husband of Maureen E. (nee Mangan) Ferrino; devoted father of Richard A. (Laura) Ferrino III, Mitchell (James Melendez) Ferrino, Bethany (Austin) Reese and Nicholas Ferrino; cherished grandfather of Daniel, Madeline and Lilah; loving son of Eleanore and the late Richard Ferrino, Sr.; dear brother of Deborah (Peter) Zembaty, Randal P. (Michele) Ferrino and Robert (Julie) Ferrino; faithful "furry friends" Toby and Tiffany; also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and friends.
MANZELLA, Joan A. (nee Jiaconetti) Of Lake View, NY, June 21, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Pasquale E. Manzella; loving mother of Anthony (Betty), Pasquale (Nancy), and John (Dana) Manzella; cherished grandmother of eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; dearest sister of Jackie (late Jack) DeMarti, late Elio Mazzanti, late Robert (late Barbara) Giaconetti; also survived by nieces and nephews.
Toy, Mary Ann (Muffoletto) Of Brant, NY entered into rest June 8, 2018, age 66. Beloved wife of Howard T. Toy; dearest mother of Christa (Jermaine ) Nance and Kelly (Steve) Czosek; sister of Rose Ann (Jerry) Sutter, Michael (Marcy) Muffoletto, Kathleen (late Bernard) Sheppard, Lucille (Chris) Militello and the late James Muffoletto II; grandmother of Richard Thomas, Jermaine Anthony, Jeremiah James and Noah Isaiah.
MROZEK - Joan M. (nee McDonald)
Of Lakeview, entered into rest June 1, 2018. Beloved wife of Daniel J. Mrozek; devoted mother of Barbara (Mark) Williams and John (Candas) Mrozek; cherished grandmother of Alex, Jordan, Maria, Johnny, Nicole, and Austin; loving daughter of the late George and Kathryn McDonald; dear sister of James (Debra) McDonald, John "Jack" (Tammy) McDonald, Gary (Marcia) McDonald, Donald (Lorena Ball) McDonald, and the late Theresa Neaverth; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
Rudnicki - Joanne (nee Dillon)
June 10, 2018, of Lake View, NY, beloved wife of James J. Rudnicki; devoted mother of Amy Bennett, Sarah (Eric) Cernak and Chris Rudnicki; loving gram of Ben, Maddie, Gus and Meg; daughter of the late Bill and Winifred Dillon; dear sister of Hon. James (Karen) Dillon, Theresa Dillon-Ciallela, Maureen (Rob) Soris, Rose Dillon, Frank (Donna) Dillon, Katie (Jack) Matte and the late Bill (Deb) Dillon, late Peggy (Chet) Spoonley and late infant John Joseph Dillon; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Rath, Anne M. (nee Regan) on May 22, 2018 of Lake View, NY. Beloved wife of the late James J.; loving mother of Elizabeth J. Rath, James J. (Molly) Rath, Timothy C. (Dina) Rath, Martin J. (late Karen) Rath, Carolyn A. (Michael) Phillips, David K. (Shelby) Rath, Kathryn M. Clancy, Maryanne (John) Ring; dearest sister of Joyce (late Timothy) McCarthy and C. Murray (Becky) Regan; adored grandmother of 15; also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Cahill, Andrew- Of Derby, NY, Entered into rest April 30, 2018, age 89. Husband of the late Marion (Doherty) Cahill; dearest father of Thomas (Susan) Cahill, Michael (Sharon) Cahill, Terri (William Joyce) Cahill-Gannon, Kevin (Debra) Cahill, Wende (Ernie) Edwards, Rebecca (Lawrence) Bednarz and Andrew (Anita) Cahill; brother of James Cahill, pre deceased by 3 brothers and one sister; also survived by 18 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren.
Soto, Robert- Affectionately known as Buffalo's own Bobby DeSoto, of Buffalo, NY, unexpectedly passed April 25, 2018. Loving father of Shane (Ellen) Soto and Chadd (Krista) Soto; dearest grandfather of Cooper and Peyton Soto and Nicholas and Joseph Hanna; former husband and lifelong friend of Sandra Soto; dear brother of Marilyn Brown, Jerry, Don and Trish Soto, Edward Kress and the late Theresa Yanik.
Sikora, Zygmunt- Of Hamburg, NY, April 20, 2018, beloved husband of Kazimiera Pajor-Sikora and the late Rozalia (nee Kon) Sikora; loving father of Donna (late Richard) Brennan, Marion (Janet), late Joseph (Linda), and the late Richard (Michelle) Sikora; dearest grandfather of Cheryl (Vincent) Agro, Daniel (Leeann) Brennan, Joseph, Jacqueline (Joshua) Jezioro, Alexander, Rebecca, Samantha and Zachary Sikora; adored great-grandfather of Nicholas, Dylan, and Colton Agro; dear brother of Henry (Sophie), Theresa (Walter) Senko, and the late Janina (late Anthony) Borecki; also survived by nieces, nephews and many step-children and step-grandchildren.
Tomasulo, Madonna- March 28, 2018, of Hamburg, NY, at the age of 60. Devoted wife of Victor Tomasulo III; loving mother of Daniel (Jennifer), Victor (Kaitlin), and Victoria; Cherished grandmother of Hannah, Nora, and Owen; beloved sister of Suzanne (Dave) and Larry (Kelly); treasured daughter of Phyllis and the late Lawrence.
Lezark - Richard J. September 12, 2018 of Derby, NY. Beloved husband of Karen (nee Pfleuger) Lezark; devoted father of Jason (Amy Cooke) and Jeffrey (Danielle) Lezark; cherished grandfather of Abby and Garrett; loving brother of Lillian (late Harold) Bright, late John (late Dolores) Lezark, and late Shirley (late George) Hansen; also survived by nieces and nephews.
CZOSEK - Steven E. Of Hamburg, NY. September 6, 2018. Beloved husband of Kelly Ann (Toy) Czosek; dearest father of Richard T. Mercado; son of Paul J. and Lorrainne M. (Brower) Czosek; brother of Anne (Paul) Augustyn and Linda Lambert; uncle of Collin and Caitlin Augustyn.
PIETROCARLO, Robert - Robert Of Hamburg, NY, September 2, 2018. Beloved husband of Barbara A.(nee Kearbeline) Pietrocarlo; loving father of Karen Kryszak (Darrell Horton), Robin (Ken) Augustyniak and Robert (Kim) Pietrocarlo; cherished grandpa of Nicholas (Ashley) Augustyniak, Lindsay (Brian) Grove, Erika Augustyniak (Jon Marsillo), Kelsey Kryszak and Quinn and Cole Pietrocarlo; great-grandfather of Greyson Augustyniak; father-in-law of Jeff Kryszak; son of the late Fermino and Loretta Pietrocarlo; dear brother of James (late Nancy) Pietrocarlo, Gloria (Mark) Thomas, and Sandra (Cliff) Harrigar; brother-in-law of Beverly (late Karl) Zollitsch; also survived by many nieces and nephews.
LINNAN - Martin C. Of Lancaster, NY, August 30, 2018; beloved husband of Lisa Wilczak; loving father of Shannon (Garrick) Shick, Justen (Lauren Chudoba) Wilczak, Maddisen (Steven McAllister) , Christen and Marten; grandfather of Jamison, Lilyrae, Callen, Faith and Jayden; son of Neal and Pat (Boychuck); brother of Paul; also survived by many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.
HIRSCH - Linda R. (nee Fiebelkorn) Of Lake View, NY, suddenly on August 20, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth R. Hirsch; loving mother of Kenneth A. (Lisa) Hirsch, Lisa (Robert) McDonough, and Aaron Hirsch (Cecilia Glinski); cherished grandmother to her grandbabies Ashely, Devon, Paige, Logan, Sean, Danielle, Brayden, Danica, and great-grandbabies Luna and Nicholas; daughter of the late Raymond and Thelma (nee McEwen) Fiebelkorn; dearest sister of Paulette (Thomas) Ertel, Raymond Fiebelkorn, and Nancy (Lawrence) Kotarski; also survived by nieces and nephews.
DiMaria, Mary Margaret (nee Mahaney) on August 5, 2018 of Lake View, NY. Beloved wife of the late Frank DiMaria; loving mother of Joan (Lewis) Kruszka, Rev. Sean E. DiMaria, and Mark F. DiMaria; dearest
grandmother of Mary, Bridget, Claire Kruszka, and Anthony DiMaria; dear sister of Francis (Barbara) Mahaney, Anne (John) Pieprzny, Gerard Mahaney, and the late Edward (late Diane) Mahaney; also survived by many loving family members.
Kathleen A. (nee White) – On July 19, 2018 of Lake View, NY. Beloved wife of Michael J. Padden; loving mother of Carol (Jacob) Brandel; dearest Grammy of Sophia and McKenna; dear sister of Rae Marie (Vincent) Meccia; also survived by many nieces and nephews.
PHILIPPS - Gerard P. July 18, 2018. Of Fredonia, NY, formerly of Angola, NY. Beloved husband of the late Patricia A. (Maurin) Philipps; dear father of Amy (Daniel) Hontz, Ellen (Wayne) Conrad, Sally (Richard) Phelps, Michael (Cheryl) Philipps, Eileen Bardwell, Katherine (John) Kiernan, and Matthew (Katryn) Philipps; grandfather of 20 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren; brother of the late Francis Philipps; survived by nieces and nephews.
Hubbard, Maureen G. (nee Perkins) “Perky” July 15, 2018 of West Seneca, NY (formerly of Lake View, NY). Beloved fiancé of James Sever; devoted daughter of late John and Florence Perkins; cherished sister of Mary Lee (Thomas Comar) Perkins, Lawrence (Rita) Perkins, Patricia Perkins, Elizabeth (Justin) Dubreville, and Bridgette (Dale Rose) Bordonaro; also loved by many nieces and nephews.
SOULE- Florence R.(Nee: Heiderman) Of Eden, NY; March 3, 2018, age 97. Beloved wife of late Norman R. for 69 years; loving mother of William (Beth), James (Jendy), Rosemary (Dennis) Peters and Robert (Cindy); grandmother of nine and great-grandmother of 12, sister of Joseph Heiderman, late Adele Coleman, Vincent Heiderman, Irene Dzubella, Bernice Heiderman and Henry Hiederman. Family invites friends to call from 2-4 and 7-9PM on March 9th at Laing Funeral Home Inc. 2724 W. Church St. Eden. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on March 10th at 10AM in St. John Paul, II Church, Lake View, NY Memorials to American Cancer Society.
Seehase, Tom P. Suddenly February 25, 2018 of North Tonawanda, NY (formerly of Lake View, NY). Beloved son of Jim and Barb (nee Bienko) Wagner; devoted brother of Krista (Andy) Lipczynski and Louis Wagner; cherished fiancé of Katti Irvin; loving step-father of Bella; dearest uncle of Zoey and Bailey Lipczynski; dear nephew of Mary Jane Bienko and late Joe and late Joan Bienko, fond grandson of James and Gloria Wagner; also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Friends received at LAKESIDE MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC. 4199 Lake Shore Rd. (corner Camp Rd. & Rte. 5) Hamburg, NY 716-627-2919 on Sunday from 2 – 6 PM, where prayers will be held Monday at 9:15 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John Paul II Church at 10 AM.
PETRI - Richard L. Of Lakeview, NY, entered into rest February 7, 2018. Richard was born in Pittsburgh, PA, August 8, 1928, to the late Armand Petri and late Josephine Kowalski. Beloved husband of Sandra (Makowski); father of the late Mark Petri; dear father of Armand (Kimberly); brother of Armand and the late Charles and late John; also survived by 3 grandchildren, Gayle, A.J., Heather, and great-grandson, Santino; also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. No prior visitation. Memorial Mass will be celebrated on March 3, 10 AM at St. John Paul II Parish in Lake View, NY 14085.
BOURDON - Mary Ann K. (nee Zeitler) February 10, 2018. Loving wife of the late Murray J. Dear mother of Mark J. Bourdon and Jeneen B. (Gordie) Fewox. Cherished grandmother of Paige and Rachel Bourdon and Taylor Fewox. Beloved daughter of late John B., late Mary (nee Schwabl) and late Bertha (nee Butz) Zeitler. Devoted sister of the late Rev. Msgr. John W. Zeitler and late Jeanne E. Zeitler. Dear sister-in-law of Marie (nee Bourdon) Weckerle; aunt to Dr. Donna, James, and Robert Weckerle, Linda Roach and late Karen (nee Weckerle) Braithwaite. Close friend of Ann Argy and family, Ellen Koessler and family and Father Ron Lord and family. Graduate of Holy Angels Academy, member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, longtime employee of Amherst Central School District. Friends may call Friday 4-7 PM at the HOY FUNERAL HOME, 3855 Seneca St., W. Seneca. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial from Blessed John Paul II RC Church, 2052 Lake View Rd., Hamburg, on Saturday at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Dominican Nuns, 335 Doat St., Buffalo 14211. Condolences, www.hoyfuneralhome.com
CHIOCCHIO - Dario S. Of Lake View, NY, February 3, 2018; beloved husband of the late Stella M. (nee Mascitelli) Chiocchio; loving father of Angela (Edward) Jackson, Dario (Lisa Bender) Chiocchio, Diane (Steve) Avecillas and the late Annamaria Chiocchio; cherished grandfather of Matthew, Nathan and Zachary Jackson, Andrea Chiocchio, Amanda (Michael) Kulpa, Christina Chiocchio and Luciana and Dario Avecillas; adored great-grandfather of Jocelyn, Jayce and Michael; dear brother of Maria (Fluvio) Dunatov. Family will be present to receive friends Tuesday from 4-8 pm at the (Hamburg Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5453 Southwestern Blvd. (corner of Rogers Rd., 646-5555), where prayers will be said Wednesday at 10:15 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Saint John Paul II Parish at 11:00 AM. Entombment Lakeside Memorial Cemetery Mausoleum. Share condolences at www.kaczorfunerals.com
Kuebler, Dorothy M. (nee Benson) January 29, 2018 of Lake View, NY. Beloved wife of late Leo Kuebler; devoted mother of Kenneth (Donna) Kuebler, Ann Kuebler, and Christine Voelker; cherished grandmother of Kenneth Jr., James, Debra, Kevin, Jessica, Joanne, Matthew, and Sarah; loving great-grandmother of Andrew, Alex, Hunter, Madison, and Ryan; dear sister of Harold and late William (late Thelma) Benson; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John Paul II Church on Friday at 10:30 AM. Please assemble at church. Arrangements by LAKESIDE MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC. 716-627-2919. Memorials may be made to Hospice Buffalo. Online condolences and donations at www.LakesideFuneralHome.com.
MANLEY - Michael H. January 20, 2018, son of the late Daniel and Betty Manley; dear brother of Kay (Joseph) White, Eileen (late Edward) Dee, Daniel (Kathryn) and the late Patrick (late Penny) Manley; also survived by nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated in St. John Paul II Church, 2052 Lakeview Rd., Lakeview, NY, on Thursday, February 1 at 10 AM. Arrangements by VANDERCHER & DICK FUNERAL HOME.
TIGHE - Joann (nee Patton) - January 20, 2018, beloved wife of Patrick F. Tighe; dear mother of Patrick (Betsy) Tighe, Laura (late Scott) Raisor, Lisa (Dave) Abbott, Linda (Tim) Wach, Katie (Joe) Gasiecki, Jennifer (Joe) Smith and Matthew (Rebecca) Tighe; loving "Queen Nan" of 22 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren; daughter of the late John and Helen (O'Donnell) Patton; sister of Jack (Jeanne) Patton, Mark (Bonnie) Patton, Luann (Bob) Roberts and the late Diane (Robert) Darling; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends and family may call Sunday from 4-8 PM at the JAMES W. CANNAN FUNERAL HOME, INC. (Southtowns Chapel), 3155 Orchard Park Rd. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. John Paul II Church on Monday at 9:30 AM (please assemble at church). In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Abilities Beyond the Horizon, 307 Sunrise Circle, Neptune Beach, FL 32266. Mrs. Tighe was a member of the Bernina Club. www.CANNANFH.com
TILERT - Alma G. (nee Gallivan) - Of West Seneca, entered into rest January 7, 2018. Devoted mother of Susan (Kevin) Kuhn, Thomas (Julie) Tilert, Kathleen (Joseph) Metzger, Marjorie Dintino, Amy (Sheryl) Kashuba-Shanahan and Timothy Tilert; cherished grandmother of Erin (Robert) May, Brian (Sara) Senator, Kevin (Courtney) Senator, Devon Metzger, Leigh (Sean) Roberts, Jillian Dintino, Kara Dintino, Kevin (Selena) Shanahan, Martin Tilert and Sheila Tilert; great-grandmother of Nathan, Vivian, Kellan, Mattalynn, Claire, Kendall, Henry, Patrick and Molly; loving daughter of the late Jeremiah and Harriet Gallivan; dear sister of the late Alice Howe, late Esther Vogel and the late Jerry Gallivan; fond sister-in-law of Beany Gallivan; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel), 3060 Abbott Rd. near Lake Ave. on Thursday from 3-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. John Paul II Church (Little Church), 2052 Lake View Rd., Lake View on Friday at 12 noon (please assemble at church). Online condolences may be made at www.lombardofuneralhome.com