Obituaries
Michael Vincent Reed
Mar 4, 2013
Michael Vincent Reed, Jr. “Vince” age 85 of North Tonawanda, entered into eternal life on Monday (March 4, 2013) while at the Northgate Health Care Facility under the care of Niagara Hospice. Vince was an active member of Ascension and St. Joseph Church and most recently, Our Lady of Czestochowa Church. He retired from Occidental Chemical Corp after 39 years...
Evelyn W. Knapp
Mar 1, 2013
Evelyn W. Knapp “Evie” (nee Wismer), age 89, of Grand Island passed away at home on March 1, 2013 with her family surrounding her. Evelyn was a retired Letter Carrier for the Grand Island Post Office for 25 years. She was awarded the Postman Of the Year. An avid outdoorsperson, she white water rafted, camped and jumped out of an...
Rose Elkington-Chase
Feb 27, 2013
Rose Elkington-Chase, age 89, of Wheatfield, formerly of London England at Northgate Health Care Facility. Wife of the late George Chase. Sister of the late John and Richard Elkington and Joyce Ward. Dear Sister of Benjamin (the late Sandra) Elkington of Tonawanda and Patrick (the late Pam) Elkington of Kent, England. Loving Aunt of Deborah (the late Richard) Pilozzi of...
Denise B. Toth
Feb 23, 2013
TOTH - Denise B. (nee Cantie) “Teresa” Of N. Tonawanda, on Saturday, Febru- ary 23, 2013, beloved wife of Stephen J. Toth; loving mother of Mark (Lucy), Elizabeth and Amy Toth; proud grand- mother of Ryan and Noah Toth; sister of Lorraine (Larry) Edwards, Arthur (Jan) Cantie and Paul (Angie) Cantie and several nieces and nephews. Friends invited to share...
Maryann Frascatore
Feb 21, 2013
Maryann Frascatore (nee O’Malley) 75, of North Tonawanda on February 21, 2013. Beloved mother of Carmine (Kathleen), Timothy (Jennifer) and Mark (Christine); dear grandmother of Maria, Anthony, Connor, Kyle, Ryan, Amanda, Ariana, Dominic and Chiara; sister of Joseph (Pat) O’Malley. Friends received by the family on Sunday 2-4 p.m. at the Brunner Funeral Home (692-3841) 156 Robinson St., N. Tonawanda...
Suzanne Till
Feb 19, 2013
Suzanne Till “Sue” (nee Voelker) age 71, of North Tonawanda passed away with family surrounding her at DeGraff Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, February 19, 2013. Sue was a member of the Tonawanda Sportsman’s Club. She retired as a Legal Secretery for several attorneys in Niagara and Erie Counties. She was an accomplished seamstress who made wedding dresses and was always...
Dominic J. Demart
Feb 11, 2013
Dominic J. DeMart, “Dom” age 95, of North Tonawanda on Monday February 11, 2013 after a brief illness. Dominic was a member of the former Ascension Church. He worked for the Wurlitzer Company where he was a Technician. He also worked for the City of North Tonawanda in office and business support. In earlier years, he was a Professional Barber....
Stella Galas
Feb 11, 2013
Stella Galas, age 89, on North Tonawanda on Monday (February 11, 2013) at Sisters of Charity Hospital after a long illness. Stella was a member of Our Lady of Czestochowa Church. She was a life long home maker whose life was filled with caring for her children and grandchildren. Wife of the late Lester Galas and predeceased by three brothers...
Vicki R. Neri
Feb 9, 2013
Vicki R. Neri (nee Scruggs) passed on Saturday (February 9, 2013), at her residence in Amherst. Vicki retired from the Niagara Courts System where she was a secretary. Previous to that she worked for the F.B.I. in the Washington, D.C. area. Vicki was the wife of the late Joseph M. Neri and daughter of the late Dorothy Rae Scruggs (nee...
George W. Camann
Jan 29, 2013
George H. Camann, age 88, of North Tonawanda on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 after a brief illness. George lived in Bergholtz prior to moving to North Tonawanda in 1953. He worked at the Wurlitzer Company as an Organ Tuner until its’ closing. He then joined the United States Postal Service retiring in 1987 after 29 years of service in North...
Lester Galas
Jan 22, 2013
Lester Galas, age 94 on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at DeGraff Memorial Hospital after a long illness. Lester was a member of Our Lady of Czestochowa Church. He retired from Buffalo Pumps and previously worked at Buffalo Bolt. Lester was consummate Grandpa. He loved being outdoors, fishing and being with his family. He was an avid New York Yankees fan....
Alfred J. Demart
Jan 19, 2013
Alfred “Al” J. DeMart, 89, of North Tonawanda at DeGraff Memorial Hospital on Saturday (January 19, 2013). Al was a member of Our Lady of Czestochowa Church. He served the North Tonawanda Community as a Police Officer for 31 years. Al was a WWII U.S. Army Veteran who served in Africa and Europe. He was a member of Post 264,...
Julia Collignon
Jan 18, 2013
Julia “June” Collignon (nee Michno) “JuneBug” age 80, of North Tonawanda on Friday (January18, 2013) after a long illness. June was a member of St. Christopher R.C. Church. Loving wife of the late Robert Earl Collignon and sister of the late Lorraine Harkins. Loving mother of Renee Collignon of Denver, CO and Robert (Linda, nee Kissel). Proud Grandmother of Robert...
Anne M. Reed
Jan 8, 2013
Anne M. Reed, age 84 born in Philadelphia Pa. A long time resident of North Tonawanda, NY. Entered into eternal life on January 8, 2013, while at the Northgate Healthcare Facility –“Hospice at Jeanne’s House” after a lengthy illness. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and loved cooking and spending time with her family and friends. She...
Esther Pane
Dec 27, 2012
Esther Pane, age 88, co-founder of Pane’s Restaurant, passed away on December 27, 2012, peacefully at the Cleveland Clinic of natural causes. Esther was born in Conflenti, Italy. With her family at the age of seven, she immigrated to the United States in 1932 and settled in Lockport. She met her husband, Peter Pane, Jr., and together they settled in...
Flora V. Manfredi
Nov 25, 2012
Flora V. Manfredi, age 94 of North Tonawanda on Sunday (November 25, 2012) at DeGraff Skilled Nursing Facility. Flora was a member of the former Ascension R. C. Church and presently St. Jude the Apostle Parish. Flora worked as a bookkeeper for various business throughout Western New York. She was a member of the Zonta Club of the Tonawnadas. In...
Yolanda M. Schebell
Nov 24, 2012
Yolanda Marie Schebell, “Lonnie” age 93 formerly of North Tonawanda at the Beechwood Homes in Getzville. Lonnie was a member of the former Ascension R.C. Church. She attended Serge School of Cosmetology and worked as a hair stylist until her marriage. She was a loving and caring home maker and mother who filled the house with her singing while cooking...
Alexander B. Soos
Nov 22, 2012
With his family gathered together for the holiday, Alexander B. "Al" Soos, age 75, died on Thanksgiving Day, November 22, 2012. A lifelong resident of North Tonawanda and a graduate of NT High School, he attended the University at Buffalo, where he was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon. Active in numerous community organizations, he was especially proud to found...
John Martin Wilczak
Nov 21, 2012
John M. Wilczak, “Jasiu” age 88, a lifelong resident of North Tonawanda died on Wednesday morning, November 21, 2012 under the care of Niagara Hospice House, Inc. Jasiu was a member of Our Lady of Czestochowa Church. He retired from Roblin Steel when it closed. He was a WWII U.S. Navy Veteran serving in the Pacific. Husband of the late...
Ferdinando Taddei
Nov 14, 2012
Ferdinando Taddei, “Nando” age 83 of North Tonawanda on November 14, 2012 at Kenmore Mercy Hospital. A native of Italy, Nando served in the Italian Army. He was raised by his mother and brother in the village of Poggio Picenze, Abruzzi. and was the Captain of his soccer team. With his brother Beninno they cultivated a successful vineyard. He immigrated...
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