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Donald W. Honkala

Donald W. Honkala

Oct 22, 2024

Of North Tonawanda, entered into rest October 22, 2024. beloved husband of Caroline A. (nee Koenke) Honkala; devoted father of Keith A. (Mary Ann) Honkala, twins Kimberly A. (late James) Sass, and the late Karen G. (Rainer) Oehm, cherished grandfather of Michael (Shinae) and Steven (Karissa) Sass; loving son of the late Toivo and Elma (nee Ahola) Honkala; dear...

Theophine Lubala

Theophine Lubala

Oct 22, 2024

Theophine Lubala died unexpectedly in the early morning of October 22nd, 2024, at the age of 18. Theophine is survived by his loving parents, mother, Ongwa Karumbwa, and father, Sisi (Marcel) Lubala Jr. He was adored by his brothers, Josue, Exos, Episcopere, and Michele; as well as, his baby sister, Micheline. Theo was a hard-working student at Cheektowaga Central...

Leona G. Miller

Leona G. Miller

Oct 21, 2024

MILLER, Leona G. (nee Stelmach) of West Seneca, entered into rest October 21, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Donald B. Miller; devoted mother of Denise Miller, late Donna Johnson, and the late Doris Miller; mother-in-law of Jack Johnson; cherished grandmother of Jennifer (Michael) Pokriki and Kristen (Kyle) Knopsnyder; adored GiGi of Abigail, Micaela Pokriki, Eloise, and Madeline Knopsnyder;...

Robert J. Heininger

Robert J. Heininger

Oct 21, 2024

Heininger, Robert J. May 11, 1935 Oct 21, 2024 Of West Seneca, entered into rest October 21, 2024. Beloved husband of 67 years to Olive "Dottie" Heininger; devoted father of Robert L. Sr. (Donna) Heininger and Eric Heininger; cherished grandfather of Sherry, Robert L. Jr. and Ariel,Heininger; adored great-grandfather of Erica Pape, Kendall Pape, Austin Mowers, Robert L. Heininger...

Paul A. Angrisano

Paul A. Angrisano

Oct 21, 2024

Paul Anthony Angrisano was born in Buffalo, NY on May 22, 1948, to Paul J. and Marian P. (nee Blake) Angrisano. He grew up in Buffalo and Kenmore, attending Kenmore West High School before enlisting in the Army. During this time, he was a drummer for the band Caesar and the Romans with Chuck Vicario, better known as "Big...

Donald George Cloen

Donald George Cloen

Oct 19, 2024

Of Buffalo, entered into rest October 19, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Debra (nee Cutrona) Cloen; father of Christian (Dawn), Lisa, Donald, Danielle and James; grandfather of Trevor and Brianna; great grandfather of Sayge, uncle of Kathy and Tom also survived by relatives and friends. Relatives and friends may visit the Lombardo Funeral Home (Northtowns Chapel), 885 Niagara...

Danielle Robin Ellis

Danielle Robin Ellis

Oct 19, 2024

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

John Michael Pilat

John Michael Pilat

Oct 19, 2024

42, of Kenmore, entered into rest on October 19, 2024. Devoted father of Anna, Kayla, and Grace Pilat; loving son of Skip and Roni (nee Annunziato) Pilat; dear brother of Ron (Angela) and Nick (Kathryn) Pilat; adored uncle of Gabriella, Ron, Alexandra, Emily, John, Anthony, Charlie and Taylor; beloved grandson of Ronald and Jeanette Annunziato and John and Dolores...

John P. Marinelli, Jr.

John P. Marinelli, Jr.

Oct 18, 2024

The Angelic Council in heaven told God they needed a new chef. Not only did God okay it, he told them he knew exactly who it would be. He said the person does not need to be the most religious individual, but the most beloved of people. Who, who is the person God? "His name is John P Marinelli,...

Debra L. O'Connor

Debra L. O'Connor

Oct 18, 2024

October 6, 1956-October 18, 2024 OCONNOR, Debra L. (nee Macey) of South Buffalo, entered into rest October 18, 2024. Beloved wife of Kevin OConnor; devoted mother of Bill (Jennifer) and Kelly Macey and stepmother of Jennifer (Scott) Kaeselau and Joseph (Rachel) OConnor; cherished grandmother of Alexis, Ryan, Kaitlyn, Allyson, Joseph, Nora, Kayla, Cameron, Kevin, and William; loving daughter of...

Maureen L. Stutzman

Maureen L. Stutzman

Oct 18, 2024

Stutzman, Maureen L. (nee Hawkins) 11/1/1946 - 10/18/2024 Of Buffalo, entered into rest October 18, 2024. Beloved mother of Jeffrey D. Stutzman and Janell M. (Keir J.) Sullivan; cherished grandmother of Daniel Stutzman, Amanda Stutzman, Alaina Sullivan, Keir Sullivan Jr., Connor Sullivan and Averi Sullivan; dear great grandmother of Layla Sullivan; loving daughter of the late Frederick and Helen...

John J. Krantz

John J. Krantz

Oct 18, 2024

June 8, 1932 October 18, 2024 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of John Jacob Krantz, who passed away peacefully on October 18, 2024, at the age of 92. Born on June 8, 1932, John lived a life marked by devotion to his family, and strong work ethic. John was married to his beloved wife,...

Jose Maria Velazquez Caceres

Jose Maria Velazquez Caceres

Oct 18, 2024

A tribute is not available at this time for Jose Maria Velazquez Caceres. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Margaret M. Bilancini

Margaret M. Bilancini

Oct 18, 2024

Margaret M. Bilancini (nee Povinelli) 'Margie' 7/7/1944 - 10/18/2024 Of Tonawanda, entered into rest October 18, 2024. Beloved wife to the late Gary Bilancini, loving daughter of the late Anna (nee Minnich) and Louis Povinelli; dear sister of Paul (Barbara) Povinelli, Carolyn (John) Hornung and the late Louis (Rosemarie) Povinelli, late Annmarie (late Joseph) Geraci, late Richard (Mary Elizabeth)...

Karen B. Dietz

Karen B. Dietz

Oct 18, 2024

Karen Barbara Dietz (nee Barrett) was born on April 24, 1941 at Our Lady of Victory Hospital in Lackawanna, NY, to the loving parents or Lawrence William and Alice Mae. She was their second child after their eldest, Joann, then followed by Raymond, their youngest. Karen grew up in the Ridgewood Village and attended McKinley Elementary School. She was...

David J. Roszak

David J. Roszak

Oct 18, 2024

ROSZAK, David J. of Lackawanna, entered into rest October 18, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Mary A. (nee Hura) Roszak; devoted father of Kevin and Kristopher Roszak; loving son of the late Charles and Charlotte Roszak; dear brother of Carol (Anthony) Zeniuk and the late Charles (Lucille) Roszak; also survived by many family and friends. Relatives and friends...

Richard G. Shingleton

Richard G. Shingleton

Oct 17, 2024

Of Tonawanda, NY. Richard is survived by his loving wife, Karen (nee Buckley) Shingleton; his children, Richard G. Shingleton, Jr., Kassie C. Shingleton, and Brandon (Lindsay) Shingleton. He was also a proud grandfather to Michael J. Ziehm, Zackery T. (Rachael) Shingleton, Ashton M. Shingleton, Miranda L. Shingleton, Marissa L. Shingleton, and Aiden M. Shingleton, and a great-grandfather to Silas...

Raymond M. Deoca

Raymond M. Deoca

Oct 17, 2024

Of Angola. Beloved son of the late Pauline (nee Snow) DeOca and Henry M. DeOca, Sr. Raymond is the dear father of the late Shane DeOca, he is survived by his loving companion and caregiver of 23 years, Wendy Hough. Also, brother to Maria Corwin, Clifford DeOca and Richard DeOca and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased...

Betty A. Sleger

Betty A. Sleger

Oct 17, 2024

84, of Tonawanda, entered into rest on October 17, 2024. Beloved mother of Lisa Marie Sleger (George Scholl); loving daughter of the late Angeline Nostro; dear sister of Karen Nowak, Anna (Nathan) Roach and the late Lucille Gojan; also survived by nieces and nephews. Betty will be remembered as the Best Mama in the World. She was also known...

James Albarella

James Albarella

Oct 17, 2024

Albarella, James Oct 25, 1936 - Oct 17, 2024 Of Florida, formerly of Blasdell, entered into rest October 17, 2024. Beloved husband of 65 years of Mary Rose (nee Hardy) Albarella; devoted father of Cynthia (late William) (Timothy Slattery) Kump and Susan (Dale) Rogers; cherished grandfather of Brittany (Adam) Somogye and Chelsey Kump; adored great-grandfather of Payton and Edward;...

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