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Samuel L. Burgio

Samuel L. Burgio

Sep 24, 2024

February 5, 1943-September 24, 2024 BURGIO, Samuel L. of Cheektowaga, entered into rest September 24, 2024. Beloved husband of Judy (nee Lapadura) Burgio; devoted father of Sam and Paul (Liz) Burgio; cherished grandfather of Ashleigh (Jake Weiland) and Ally Burgio; loving son of the late Sam and Ann Burgio; dear brother of Ann Marie (Larry) Handzlik; also survived by...

Melita Medina

Melita Medina

Sep 23, 2024

It is with a great sadness that the family of Melita Medina announces her sudden passing on Monday, September 30 after battling cancer for a year at the age of 68. She passed away peacefully in home surrounded by family. Melita will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 48 years Hiplito(deceased), Her children; Netza & Bonito, Her grandchildren;...

Regina Ann Williams

Regina Ann Williams

Sep 23, 2024

Of Buffalo, entered into rest September 23, 2024. Devoted mother of Monika Knight and Tiffany Williams; cherished grandmother of Sean Melson, Aaliyah Mclean - Beathley, Timiyah Mayfield, Simon Shuford and Zaniyah Lee; loving daughter of Johnnie Mae Russell and Richard Williams; dear sister of Richard Williams, Lisa Williams, Traina Williams and the late Linda Chapman. no prior visitation, private...

Maria G. 'Lupe' Sanchez

Maria G. 'Lupe' Sanchez

Sep 23, 2024

Sanchez, Maria G. "Lupe" May 18, 1935 Sept 23, 2024 Of Lackawanna, entered into rest September 23, 2024. Loving daughter of the late Angel and Martha Sanchez; beloved sister of Angel P. (late Joan) Sanchez and the late Mary (John) Alvira; dear aunt of Eva (John) Bonitati, Elizabeth (Michael) Borowski, Geralyn (late Robert) Bonilla, David Alvira, Lori (Joseph) Cyrek,...

John L Tiberio

John L Tiberio

Sep 23, 2024

John L. Tiberio Of West Seneca, entered into rest September 23, 2024 at the age of 87. Beloved husband of 61 years to Mary Ann (nee Pietrocarlo) Tiberio; devoted father of Nicholas J. (Anna) and Maria (Rusty Hurst); cherished grandfather of Carla (AJ), Ashlyn, Gina and Raelyn; adored great-grandfather of Cleo and Ella; loving son of the late Nicholas...

Michael Lee

Michael Lee

Sep 22, 2024

A tribute is not available at this time for Michael Lee. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Purnell Otis Davis

Purnell Otis Davis

Sep 22, 2024

Relatives and friends may visit Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, 66 Wasson Ave, Lackawanna, NY 14218 on Saturday, October 5th from 11:00-12:00PM for a visitation with a Funeral Service to immediately follow at 12:00PM. Entombment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Services Cemetery Forest Lawn Cemetery 1411 Delaware Avenue Buffalo, NY 14209

Rita Schillaci

Rita Schillaci

Sep 21, 2024

SCHILLACI, RITA (Podlesinska) - Of Amherst, NY entered into rest on September 21, 2024. Devoted wife of the late Salvatore J. Schillaci; beloved mother of Carol (Bruce) Bronnenkant, Andrea (William Altreuter) Schillaci, Claudia (Scott) Thomas and Grace (James) Szakacs; pre-deceased by her parents the late Anna (nee Huchnowska) and Andrew Podlesinski and her brothers and sisters- Helen (Frank) Janas,...

Carol A Zuppa

Carol A Zuppa

Sep 21, 2024

ZUPPA, Carol A. (nee Wendt) of West Seneca, entered into rest September 21, 2024. Beloved wife of Anthony J. Zuppa Sr.; devoted mother of Anthony J. (Dawn Smith) Zuppa Jr. and mother-in-law of Maryann Zuppa; cherished grandmother of Nichole (Jay) Fullone, Christopher (Melissa) Zuppa, and Lisa Zuppa; adored great-grandmother of Brynlee and Tyler; loving daughter of the late Kenneth...

Robert J. Dupree

Robert J. Dupree

Sep 21, 2024

Dupree, Robert J. of Lake View, entered into rest on September 21, 2024. Beloved husband of the late June (nee Bradt) Dupree; devoted father of Barbara (Shamus) OConnor and the late Jakki Lay and Edward Dupree; cherished grandfather of Shamus, Shawn, Holly, Nolan, Dustin and Jeanette. Bob was the proud owner of World Auto Paint for over 60 years...

Lori M. O'Brien

Lori M. O'Brien

Sep 21, 2024

Of Tonawanda, entered into rest September 21, 2024. Beloved wife of Kevin P. O'Brien; devoted mother of Kayleigh and Ryleigh; loving daughter of Louis and Susan (nee Burr) DeMaioribus; dear sister of Christine, Andrea, Joseph, Louis and Angelo; daughter-in-law of Sandra O'Brien; sister-in-law of Shawn, Kellie, Lora, Liz; Aunt of Tyler, Madison, Matthew, Geena, Joseph, Gabrial, Ava, Brianna, Kaitlyn,...

John J. Willhoff

John J. Willhoff

Sep 19, 2024

John J. Willhoff, 77, of Buffalo, NY formerly of Krakow, Poland passed away at his residence on September 19, 2024. He is survived by his son, John (Toni) Willhoff, II and six grand children. John is preceded in death by his wife, Gail Willhoff and his parents, John and Mary Willhoff. All services will be private at this time....

David C. Esposito

David C. Esposito

Sep 19, 2024

Of Gowanda, entered into rest September 19, 2024. beloved husband of Terry Esposito; loving son of Alphonse Esposito and Antoinette Thomas; dear brother of Philip J. (Nancy) Esposito; cherished uncle of Philip J. Esposito Jr, Joanna R. Esposito and Lisette Mota; also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. Relatives and friends may visit the Lombardo...

Gary Sydney Payne

Gary Sydney Payne

Sep 18, 2024

80, of Clarence, entered into rest on September 18, 2024. Loving husband of the late Teresa M. (nee Michaelson) Payne; loving father of Melissa Payne and Tracy Davis; cherished Papa of Tyler, Carly, and Annabelle Davis; loving son of the late Sydney and Helen (nee Storm) Payne; faithful dog T.J. No prior visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will...

Evelyn Regina Elliott

Evelyn Regina Elliott

Sep 18, 2024

Evelyn Regina Elliott, aged 63, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2024, in Buffalo, NY. Born on August 2, 1961, in Newport, RI, Evelyn was known for her loving and caring nature, though she was often shy. Her favorite color was purple, which reflected her gentle personality. Evelyn graduated from Erie County Community College with an associate's degree in...

Roderick M. Curry

Roderick M. Curry

Sep 18, 2024

Relatives and friends may visit Deliverance Temple (177 Sherman Street, Buffalo, NY) on Friday, September 27th for a wake from 11:00-12:00PM where a funeral service will immediately follow at 12:00PM. Interment Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

John Joseph Darowz

John Joseph Darowz

Sep 18, 2024

77, of Tonawanda, entered into rest on September 18, 2024. Beloved husband of Linda (Nee Voss) Darowz; devoted father of Danielle (David Grek) Darowz and the late Lisa (Nicholas) Bado; cherished grandfather of Everett John Bado; loving son of the late Joseph and Josephine (nee Pollina) Darowz; fond brother-in-law of Carol (Jerry Sr.) Gradl; also survived by loving relatives...

Steven Lee Baer

Steven Lee Baer

Sep 17, 2024

Passed away on Tuesday September 17th at Mary Agnes Manor in Buffalo, NY. He was 68 years old. Steven Lee Baer was the oldest of 5 children and was a longtime resident of Buffalo. He grew up in Hamburg where he graduated from Hamburg Central High. He later received his Bachelor of Business degree from Houghton College. He was...

Sandra Powers

Sandra Powers

Sep 17, 2024

Powers, Sandra Feb 23, 1939 Sept 17, 2024 Of West Seneca, entered into rest September 17, 2024. Beloved mother of Jean Paluch; cherished grandmother of Kristyn Ryan, Haley Travers and Ava Ryan; loving sister of Maxine Powers. No prior visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Victory Basilica, 767 Ridge Rd., at the...

Teresa Ann Atwood

Teresa Ann Atwood

Sep 17, 2024

Age 65, of Kenmore, entered into rest September 17, 2024. Devoted mother of Bruce (Erin) Aquilina, Giovanna (Anthony) DiGesare and Lisa (Bret) Hand; cherished grandmother of Giovanna, Tyler, Joseph, Isabella, Burton, Samuel, Sophia, Madeline, Jonathan, Ellie, Margaret, Caleb and the late Jake Edward; loving daughter of Eleanor (nee Metz) Kulseng and the late Barney Atwood; dear sister of Tamara...

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