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Billie Unger

Billie Unger

Dec 3, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Billie Unger (nee Mary Billie Fitzgibbons), on December 3, 2024, after a courageous journey with Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). Surrounded by love, she passed peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and devotion to her family and community. Born in Buffalo, New York, Billie was known for her...

Adriene R. Lawson

Adriene R. Lawson

Dec 3, 2024

LAWSON, Adriene R., 61, of Buffalo, entered into rest on December 3, 2024. Relatives and friends may visit Lombardo Funeral Home (Northtowns Chapel), on Friday, December 13 from 4-8pm. A celebration of Adriene's life will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, December 14 at 9am. Burial Forest Lawn Cemetery. Condolences may be made on this page. Services...

Lois J. Berger

Lois J. Berger

Dec 2, 2024

Berger, Lois J. (nee Weber) Nov 23, 1929 - Dec 2, 2024 Of the Town of Wales, entered into rest December 2, 2024 Beloved wife of the late Donald C. Berger; devoted mother of Kenneth (Wendy) Berger, Donna (Charles) Besch, Sharon (Jeffrey) Tucker, Michael (Lynn) Berger and the late Gregory Berger; cherished grandmother of Andrew, Julie, Heather, Lindsey, Scott,...

Richard Benstock

Richard Benstock

Dec 2, 2024

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William Francis Moon

William Francis Moon

Dec 1, 2024

MOON, William F., 81, of Buffalo, entered into rest on December 1, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Sandra (nee Hill) Moon; devoted father of Marc Moon, Eric (Kelly) Moon, Joel Moon, Stacie Moon, Melanie Moon, Ashlee and Kayla Darcy; loving son of the late Harold and Mary Ellen (nee Fitzpatrick) Moon; dear brother of Patricia (Lou) Brennen, David...

Marlyne Renee Carpenter

Marlyne Renee Carpenter

Dec 1, 2024

Of Buffalo. Entered into rest on December 1, 2024. Beloved mother of Sitara and Shannon Oneill; cherished grandmother of Joseph Lonzi; loving daughter of Lori Altemus and Michael Carpenter; dear sister of Becca Carpenter and Autumn Altemus; devoted aunt of Ethan Carpenter; dear niece to John (Lisa Rice) Altemus; adored "sister-cousin" of Ruth Silverschatz. Also survived by nieces, nephews,...

Patricia A. Cook

Patricia A. Cook

Dec 1, 2024

Of Blasdell, entered into rest on December 1, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Robert L. Cook Sr.; devoted mother of Robert L. Jr. (Jill) Cook, Peter (Kristen) Cook, Douglas (Lavinia) Cook, Julie (Edward) Morrison and Joseph (Dawn)Cook; cherished grandmother of eleven grandchildren; loving daughter of the late Joseph and Rose Fiegl. Also survived by relatives and friends. No...

John W. Cribb Jr.

John W. Cribb Jr.

Nov 30, 2024

John Wesley Cribb Jr. June 27, 1949 November 30, 2024 Myrtle Beach, SC John Wesley Cribb, a renowned musician, beloved guitar teacher, and cherished friend, passed away on November 30, 2024 at the age of 75. Born on June 27, 1949, John graduated from Lillington High School and proudly served in the United States Air Force. His love of...

Donna J Bauer

Donna J Bauer

Nov 29, 2024

BAUER, Donna J. Of Hamburg, entered into rest November 29, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Benjamin Bauer III; devoted mother of Benjamin IV (Sheri) Bauer, Loriann (Marvin) Shantler and Lenard (Janeen) Bauer; cherished grandmother of Benjamin V, Jenna, Charles, Nathan, Marvin Jr., Alexandria, Isabella, Bryce, Sadie and great-grandchildren; loving daughter of the late Harry and Edna Keller; dear...

Edward John Kusmierz

Edward John Kusmierz

Nov 27, 2024

66, of Lockport, entered into rest on November 27, 2024. Relatives and friends may visit Lombardo Funeral Home (Northtowns Chapel), 885 Niagara Falls Blvd. Amherst on Saturday, December 7 from 12-1pm and where the funeral service will immediately follow at 1pm. Condolences may be made on this page. Services Visitation Saturday December 7, 2024 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM...

James Joseph Purpura

James Joseph Purpura

Nov 27, 2024

75, of Amherst, entered into rest on November 27, 2024. Beloved husband of 55 years to Jean (nee Gigante) Purpura; devoted father of James (Michele) Purpura, Jean (Patrick) Heyden and Debra (Robert) Miller; cherished grandfather and manager of Grampa's Baseball Team of Jimmy 'Bubba' Purpura, Maddie Heyden, Jen Purpura, Mackenzie Heyden, Julia Purpura, Jackie Heyden, Bobby Miller, Sammy Miller...

David Fumanti

David Fumanti

Nov 27, 2024

Fumanti, David May 6, 1949 - Nov 27, 2024 Of Amherst, entered into rest on November 27, 2024. Beloved husband of Denise (nee Minatel) Fumanti; devoted father of Amanda Fumanti (Kurt Woods); cherished poppy of Emmalina and Grayson; loving son of the late Geraldine (nee Mosier) and Paul Fumanti; also loved by many brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and his...

Lavel V. Pearson

Lavel V. Pearson

Nov 26, 2024

PEARSON, Lavel V. of Buffalo, entered into rest suddenly on November 26, 2024. Cherished friend of Dolores Smith; devoted father of Dionja Tools, Dionna Tools, Dionza Pearson, and Daibrion Tools; adored grandfather of Zion Clark, Kenneth Milon, Leeasia Branch, Khalil Lavel Milon, Leeaier Branch, and Kaidyn Milon; loving son of Cynthia (Reggie) Thompson and the late Lavel Pearson; dear...

Ennio Scamurra

Ennio Scamurra

Nov 26, 2024

Ennio Scamurra 5/14/1938 - 11/26/2024 Of Williamsville, entered into rest November 26, 2024. Beloved husband of Laura (nee Pistrin) Scamurra, devoted father of Tom (Rosalie) Scamurra and Sandra Scamurra; cherished grandfather of TJ (Jessica Mokan) Scamurra, Anthony Scamurra, and Arianna (Anthony) Basile; loving son of the late Felice and Elisa (nee Leonardi) Scamurra; dear brother of the late Vania...

Barbara 'Nana' A. Burns

Barbara 'Nana' A. Burns

Nov 26, 2024

Of Hamburg, entered into rest on November 26, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Robert M. Burns; devoted mother of Patrick Burns, Robert (Lisa) Burns, Mary Lee (Ronald) Marx and John (Jennifer) Burns; cherished Nana to Melissa Anne, Scott and Jacob Marx and Eoin, Rian and Tommy Burns; adored great Nana to Margot Marx; loving daughter of the late...

Norman E. Biekowski

Norman E. Biekowski

Nov 25, 2024

Biekowski, Norman E. July 27, 1945 Nov 25, 2024 Of Hamburg, passed away on November 25, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. Loving husband of Peggy (Margaret Connolly); devoted uncle of Sarah Truman and other nieces and nephews; greatest Dad to his dogs, Buddy, Barney and Brandy; son of the late Roman and Irene Biekowski; brother of the...

Jose Carlos Gutierrez

Jose Carlos Gutierrez

Nov 25, 2024

A visitation will take place on Wednesday, December 4th from 2:00-4:00 PM at Lombardo Funeral Home (City Chapel), 102 Linwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14209. A funeral service will immediately follow. Services Visitation Wednesday December 4, 2024 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Lombardo Funeral Home-Buffalo 102 Linwood Avenue Buffalo, NY 14209 Funeral Service Wednesday December 4, 2024 4:00 PM Lombardo...

James P Tomasello

James P Tomasello

Nov 25, 2024

James P. Tomasello 6/21/1940 - 11/25/2024 Of Buffalo, entered into rest November 25, 2024. Beloved husband of Nancy (nee Bordonaro) Tomasello; devoted father of Angelo Tomasello, Marie (Jeffrey) Marzuki, Lucille Tomasello, James (Jacqueline) Tomasello Jr., Catherine (Paul) Wrede, Richard (Holly) Tomasello, and John (Michele) Tomasello; cherished grandfather of Cassandra (Erik) Vik, Carmelo Gangarossa, Joelle Tomasello, Michael Wrede, Francheska Marzuki,...

Suzanne J. Neubecker

Suzanne J. Neubecker

Nov 24, 2024

(nee O'Brien), 82, of Amherst, entered into rest on November 24, 2024. Beloved wife of 59 years to Robert Neubecker; devoted mother of Amy (Mark) DeSanctis, Craig (Janet) Neubecker and Christopher (Catherine) Neubecker; cherished grandmother of Troy and Iris Neubecker and Christian, Daniel and Jason DeSanctis; loving daughter of the late John and Ruth (nee Mitchell) O'Brien; dear sister...

Betty Jane Occhino

Betty Jane Occhino

Nov 24, 2024

Occhino, Betty Jane (nee Lucca) 2/11/1939 - 11/24/2024 Of Williamsville, entered into rest November 24, 2024. Beloved wife of William A. Occhino; devoted mother of William A. (Jessica) Occhino Jr., and Beverly A. (Anthony D. Liberatore) Occhino; cherished grandmother of Philip S. (Erin) Occhino, Nicholas J. Occhino and Billie McKee; adored great grandmother of Olivia A. Occhino; loving daughter...

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