Obituaries

Sep 18, 2025

Robert C. “Bob” Black, 70, of Kenmore, entered into rest on September 18, 2025. Devoted husband of 41 years to Christine (nee Picone) Black; beloved father of Joseph (Dorothy) Black, Anthony Black, Robert (Danielle) Black, Vincent (Whitney) Black and Renee Rolle; cherished grandfather of Joseph, Sophia, Rosalee, Olivia and Maxim; loving son of the late Paul and Helen (nee...

Sep 17, 2025

Maria Velazquez, 76, of Buffalo, entered into rest on September 17, 2025. Complete life story and service schedule to appear soon.

Sep 17, 2025

March 22, 1940-September 17, 2025

SZCZYGIEL, Joseph R. of Derby, entered into rest September 17, 2025. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Schmelzinger) Szczygiel; devoted father of Brian (Megan), Amy (Brian Stoldt), Jason (Angela), Michael (Carly), Nancy (Tom McGill), Patrick Szczygiel, Eileen (Jack) Reekie, Ronald, Joseph (Maryann) Szczygiel, late Sara Rose, and the late...

Sep 17, 2025

Brett James Harper, Born 2/20/1963, Died 9/17/25. Son of the late Marian Williams and the late James Harper, Brett lost his fight with a terminal illness at the young age of 62. He went peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Tammy, and his children Robert (Brandy), Deanna, Dana...

Sep 15, 2025

CIOCCA, Marianne S. (78) of Buffalo, entered into rest September 15th, 2025. Beloved wife of Thomas S. Ciocca; devoted mother of Siobhan Bridget Ciocca and stepmother of Stephen Ciocca, Thomas Ciocca III, and Tamara Hudson; cherished grandmother of 7 and great-grandmother of 3; loving daughter of the late John and Margaret (nee Aiken) Cox; dear sister of...

Sep 15, 2025

TURCHIARELLI, Reneé D. (55) of Buffalo, entered into rest September 15th, 2025. Beloved daughter of Donald L. and Lorraine P. (nee Czekaj) Turchiarelli; devoted mother of Lauren (Donald Starr) Doctor, Lindsey Doctor, and Nadia Al-Bakri; cherished grandmother of Bella Starr; loving sister of Patricia (Bob) Bradshaw, Linda (Brian) O'Connor, Lou (Christine) Turchiarelli and Nicole (Timothy) Lea; dear...

Sep 15, 2025

In Loving Memory of Tyrone Parker Campbell (Ty)

We gather to celebrate the life of Tyrone Parker Campbell (Ty), a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend whose passing has left an immeasurable void in our hearts.

Service Details:

Visitation: Saturday, October 4 at 11:00 a.m.

Funeral...

Sep 14, 2025

Avolio (nee DiLisio), Lina, 85 , of West Seneca, entered into rest on September 14, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Guido Avolio; devoted mother of Sandra Avolio Farr; cherished grandmother of Jeffrey (Joey) Avolio-Farr and Brandon (Heather) Avolio Farr; adored great grandmother of Gia Avolio-Farr, Vienna Avolio-Farr and Enzo Avolio Farr; loving...

Sep 13, 2025

Pacillo, Antoinette C. (nee Scozzaro) of Lackawanna, entered into rest on September 13, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Richard J. Pacillo; devoted mother of Marie Sly and Timothy Ring; cherished grandmother of Harrison and Samantha Sly; loving daughter of the late Mary and Salvatore Scozzaro; also loved by sisters.

No prior visitation. A Mass...

Sep 13, 2025

John A. Evans, 74, of Lockport, entered into rest on September 13, 2025. Beloved husband of 31 years to Gail (nee Nowak) O’Brien Evans; devoted father of Keith (Katrina) Evans, Jerry O’Brien (Carrie Grundner) and Jason (Tina) O’Brien; cherished grandfather of Noah Evans, Marley Evans, Tyler Gomez, Gerald O’Brien III, Jessica O’Brien, Jason O’Brien Jr., Jake O’Brien and Samantha...

Sep 13, 2025

Saeli, Philomena T. (nee Saintcross)

Feb 17, 1930 – Sept 13, 2025

Of North Boston, entered into rest September 13, 2025 at the age of 95. Beloved wife of the late Frank Saeli; devoted mother of Grace (Don) Bieganski, Kathy Lalley, Rene Saeli, Frank Jr. (Traci) Saeli and Michael...

Sep 12, 2025

Delores Jean Volpe (nee DiCenzo) entered into rest on September 12, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Angelo Volpe Sr.; devoted mother of the late Angelo Volpe Jr.; dear sister of Carolyn Spacone (nee DiCenzo) of Orlando, Florida; loving daughter of the late Joseph and Amelia (nee Scrivano) DiCenzo; also survived by cousins, a niece and nephew and several...

Sep 12, 2025

Anderson, Janet D. (nee Meindl)

Of West Seneca, entered into rest September 12, 2025. Beloved wife of 62 years to Ralph W. Anderson, Jr.; devoted mother of Elizabeth (Michael) Smith, Ralph (JoAnn) Anderson, David (Lisa) Anderson, Daniel (Phyllis) Anderson, Jennifer (Paul) Brown and Lisa (Greg) Heintz; Cherished grandfather of 10 grandchildren and 7...

Sep 12, 2025

Jose C. Ortiz-Pizarro, 34, of Carolina, Puerto Rico, entered into rest on September 12th, 2025. Beloved husband of Arelys Ortiz. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Northtowns Chapel) 885 Niagara Falls Blvd, Amherst near Eggert Rd/Sheridan Dr on Tuesday (September 30th) from 9 -12 PM where a funeral service will immediately follow. Interment Pine...

Sep 11, 2025

October 2, 1947 - September 11, 2025

Nancy Elizabeth Bace was a devoted wife, a loving mother and grandmother; a healer, a listener and a woman whose quiet strength and compassion left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Nancy was born in Elmira, NY to the late...

Sep 11, 2025

Natello, Manny "Emmanuel" V., 52, of Orchard Park, entered into rest on September 11, 2025. Devoted father of Victor (Megan) Castillo, Reese and Ariana Natello; cherished grandfather of Rosalina Castillo; loving son of Lin (nee Strong) Pecoraro and the late Robert Natello; dear brother of Melinda Oneill, Lacey (Jay) Pickard, Lindsay Lombard, and...

Sep 11, 2025

Cegielski, Jaime M. (nee Spurlock) of Buffalo, entered into rest on September 10, 2025. Beloved wife of the late James Cegielski; loving companion of Richard Young; dear mother of Sarah (Terrence) Spurlock; grandmother of Nyomi, Alaya, Justin and Jaden Spurlock; daughter of the late Maria and Booker Spurlock; sister of Diana, Tyrone (Shelva), Josie, Roseann (late Francisco), Keith, Annette,...

Sep 11, 2025

PERRELLO, Frank and Diane (nee Santora) of West Seneca, entered together in heaven on September 11, 2025. Devoted parents of Roseann (Lawrence) Deni, MaryAnn Perrello, and Diane (Bart) Elder; cherished step-grandparents of Bryce Elder; dear sister and brother of eight sisters and one brother; also survived by many nieces, nephews, family and friends.

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Sep 11, 2025

Tonya Jeanne Balash (nee DeBergalis) of North Tonawanda entered into rest on September 11, 2025. She is survived by her devoted husband of 36 years, Matthew; her cherished daughter, Casey; her three treasured grandchildren, Madilyn, Presley, and Cairo. Tonya was the loving daughter of the late Louis (Chris) DeBergalis, and Florilyn (late Neil) Mckillen and sister of Jackie (Steven)...

Sep 10, 2025

Cathy Ann (Apa) Yammarino, 71, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on March 9, 1954, Cathy lived a life filled with devotion to her family and those she held dear. As a talented and dedicated hairdresser, she loved sharing her gifts of warmth and creativity with...