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Jesse J. Gaydek

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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