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Jesse J. Gaydek
Jun 5, 2025
GAYDEK, Jesse J. of Hamburg, entered into rest June 5, 2025. Devoted father of Jamie L. Dombrowski; loving son of Keith and the late Linda Gaydek; dear brother of Heather (Thomas) Owczarzak and the late Erik Gaydek; cherished uncle of Sierra Koepka; also survived by family and friends. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME...
Joseph J. Steinborn
Jun 4, 2025
of Tonawanda, entered into rest June 4, 2025. Beloved husband of Gretchen (nee Ryan) Steinborn, devoted father of Joseph Harold Steinborn and James William Steinborn; loving son of the Linda (nee Broome)and late James Steinborn; dear brother of Laura (Frank) Gaglione and Jeffrey (Janice) Steinborn; dearest son in law of Donna (late William) Ryan; fond brother-in-law of Maureen (Steve...
Alberto Matias Jr.
Jun 4, 2025
Alberto Matias, Jr. entered into rest on June 4, 2025. Service information TBA. Condolences may be made on this page.
Raymond Paul Mctigue Jr.
Jun 4, 2025
Of Orchard Park, entered into rest June 4, 2025. Beloved husband to Joanne (nee Wardour) McTigue; devoted father of Paul (Lisa), Todd and Amy McTigue (Donald); cherished grandfather to Alexis, Josh, Zachary, Caleb and Nathan; adored great-grandfather of Avery; loving son of the late Raymond Paul and Loraine McTigue; dear brother of the late David (Mary) McTigue;...
Donna Marie Chmielewski
Jun 3, 2025
Of Cheektowaga, entered into rest June 3, 2025. Beloved wife of John P. Chmielewski; loving daughter of Jerome and Sophie Mruk. dear sister in law of the late Janice Chmielewski and the late Juliana Bolt. Also survived by relatives and friends. No prior visitation. Private services.
Grinda L. Jones
Jun 2, 2025
JONES, Grinda Lee, 71 of Lackawanna passed away after a brief battle with lung cancer on June 2, 2025. He was born in Tifton, Georgia on February 18, 1954 to Narva King. Grinda prided himself on his work as a CNA. He loved repairing cars and making people laugh. He is survived by his wife, Adela, and...
Angela M. Byrne
Jun 2, 2025
BYRNE, Angela M. (nee Gigante) of Orchard Park, entered into rest June 2, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Michael P. Byrne Sr.; devoted mother of Michael P. (Kathleen) Byrne Jr., Mark C. (Kathleen) Byrne, and Missy M. (Larry) Doctor; cherished grandmother of Mark (Leah), Matthew, Neil (Michelle), Patrick (Shelby), and Clarice Byrne; adored great-grandmother of Patrick...
Rose Ferrini
Jun 2, 2025
81, of Tonawanda, entered into rest on June 2, 2025. Devoted wife of 59 years to Patrick L. Ferrini, Jr.; beloved mother of David J. (Mary Beth) Ferrini, Julia R. Ferrini and Patrick T. (Tammy) Ferrini; cherished grandmother of Patrick T. Jr. (Maura), Frank, Cooper, Alyssa and Joseph and great-grandmother of Vincent, Lorenzo and Francesca; loving daughter of the...
Dolores Ross
Jun 2, 2025
In Loving Memory of Dolores Winters Ross
Dolores Winters Ross passed away peacefully at home in Buffalo, New York, on June 2, 2025, at 95 years of age.
Born on October 2, 1929, in Buffalo, New York, to the late Terry Nathaniel Winters and Virgie Neely, she was a proud product of Buffalo...
Michael J. Winter
Jun 1, 2025
WINTER - Michael John, Age 73, of Orchard Park, NY, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at his home. He is survived by his children, Vincent Jannette, Jeffrey Jannette, Sarah Winter, and Theresa Winter; brother and sisters, Daniel Winter, Kathleen (Warren) Riedel and Susan Winter; and many loving nieces, nephews, and grandchildren;...
William T. Elrod Jr.
Jun 1, 2025
William Tolbert “Bill” Elrod, Jr., age 72, passed away on June 1, 2025, in Buffalo, New York. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brilliant mind, Bill lived a life marked by curiosity, ingenuity, and unwavering faith.
Born in 1953, in Nashville, Tennessee, Bill was raised in a family deeply...
Sybilla June Hayes
Jun 1, 2025
Sybilla June Hayes (nee Wagner)
Of West Seneca, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her adoring husband, Edward P. Jr. Sybilla was devoted to her family, leaving behind cherished memories with her children: Edward (Cheryl), Michael (Marianne), Patricia (Richard) Alberalla, Ronald (Cheryl), Dorothy (Douglas) Moses, and Sally...
Vanessa Rios
Jun 1, 2025
Vanessa Rios has returned to the embrace of her creator this past Sunday, June 1st, 2025. Her struggle with stomach cancer has now ended, and she is at rest. She leaves behind two children, Lauren and Phoenix, her mother Alice, her husband Jose, and a large extended family totaling over 70 relatives.
Known in life...
Bernard C. Spinelli
May 31, 2025
SPINELLI, Bernard C. of Buffalo, entered into rest May 31, 2025. Beloved husband of Rita (nee Ziomek) Spinelli; devoted father of Bernard A. (Rhonda) Spinelli and Gina (Philip) Spinelli-LaWall; cherished grandfather of Payton, Grant, and Faith; loving son of late Congie and Joanne Spinelli; brother of Joan Sullivan; also survived by nieces, nephews, family and friends. Relatives...
Mary Lou Brooks
May 30, 2025
Mary Lou (Mattle) Brooks, passed away on May 30, 2025, at the age of 90 in Buffalo, NY. Born on July 22, 1934, in Rochester, NY, she dedicated 34 years of her life to Sweet Home High School and was a devoted parishioner at St. Leo the Great Church.
Mary Lou is survived...
Karen Webb
May 30, 2025
Entered into rest on May 30th, 2025. Family and friends can visit the Lombardo Funeral Home, 4614 Main St. Snyder for the Visitation on Friday, June 6th from 4:00-7:00pm. A Funeral Service will be held Saturday June 7th at 10:00am at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 481 Brighton Rd., Tonawanda.
Elizabeth J. Mecca
May 30, 2025
Age 82, passed away on May 30, 2025. Born on March 19, 1943 in Buffalo, NY, Elizabeth was a cherished member of her community and a loving figure in the lives of her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Augustine Mecca; her sister, Mary (Roy) Phillips; her son, Joseph Mecca (Sandra Marshburn); her grandchildren, Joseph (Anne...
Jean Young
May 29, 2025
Jean M. Young (nee Braymiller)
Dec 22, 1936 – May 29, 2025
Of Hamburg, entered into rest on May 29, 2025. Beloved wife of the late of Harold E. Young; devoted mother of Richard (Nancy) Young, Barbara (Mark) Wolf and Melinda (Neil) Smith; cherished grandmother of David (Heather) Young,...
Nedra Lynn Rainer
May 29, 2025
Nedra Lynn (nee Turner) Rainer, 66, of Tonawanda, entered into rest on May 29, 2025. Beloved mother of Alicia (Aikeem) Daniels and Elizabeth (Henry) Scott; devoted step-mother of Tara Demers and Caitlyn Matteliano; cherished grandmother of McKenna, Emery, Julieanna, Emily, Brooke, Kota and Cirilla; loving daughter of the late Keith and Lila (nee Galgerud) Turner; dear sister of Nadine,...
Gerald H. Grucza
May 28, 2025
Gerald H. Grucza, 82, of Buffalo, entered into rest on May 28, 2025. Devoted husband of 52 years to the late Charlene (nee Dimmick) Grucza; beloved father of Lynn Grucza, Roger Domroes, and the late Michele Wodjan; cherished grandfather of Terence Harper, Jr., Paul (Tanisha) Wodjan, Alex Wodjan, Nukia Funderburk, Nukahri Funderburk and Takeo Funderburk; adored great-grandfather of Elijah...
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