Of Cheektowaga, NY entered into rest on November 5, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth F. Nowak; devoted mother of John (Courtney) Nowak and Kevin (Amy) Lynch; cherished grandmother of Wyatt Nowak; loving daughter of the late William F. and Valeda C. (nee Light) Kavanaugh; dear sister of Richard (Christine) Kavanaugh, Mary Beth (Allen) Gross, and the late Paul and Michael (Susan) Kavanaugh; also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Relatives and friends may visit Lombardo Funeral Home (Snyder Chapel) 4614 Main St. on Wednesday, November 11 from 4-7, where a prayer service will follow at 7PM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice Buffalo.