Obituaries

Florence M. Donovan

Florence M. Donovan

Jul 19, 2013

Florence F. Donavan, age 82 entered into rest at Buffalo General Hospital on Friday July 19, 2013 after a brief illness. Born in Buffalo, New York on November 03, 1930 to Stanley and Frances (Bak) Kwiatkowski. She Married her late husband of many years Bernard on August 08, 1953. Florence and Bernard made the Town of Pendleton their home since...

John A. Chimino

John A. Chimino

Jun 28, 2013

John A. Chimino, Sr. age 87 suddenly at DeGraff Memorial Hospital entered into eternal rest on Friday June 28, 2013. Born in Batavia, he is the last of seven children. John was an active member of Ascension R.C. Church, Live Hose #4 and the North Tonawanda Fireman’s Benevolent Association. He was a World War II Army Veteran who served in...

Mark E. Miranda

Mark E. Miranda

Jun 16, 2013

Mark E. Miranda age 57, of North Tonawanda passed suddenly on Sunday June 16, 2013 at St. Mary’s Hospital. Mark was a lifelong resident of North Tonawanda and a former member of Ascension Church and Our Lady of Czestochowa Church. Mark worked for Taylor Devices for over twenty years. He also worked at Midland Machinery and presently at Buffalo Pumps....

Ronald J. Rados

Ronald J. Rados

Jun 7, 2013

Ronald J. Rados, age 73, of North Tonawanda passed away June 7, 2013 surrounded by his family. Ron retired from the Tri-Metal company and previously worked for River Road Lumber. He was an accomplished accordion player and loved Polish Music and food. Son of the late John and Stephanie Rados. Loving husband of Sally A. Rados (nee Wojcik) of North...

Stella J. Hunt

Stella J. Hunt

May 29, 2013

Stella J. Hunt, (nee Colombo) age 90, of North Tonawanda on May 29, 2013 surrounded by her loving family at Buffalo General Hospital after a brief illness. Stella was a member of the former Ascension R.C. Church and presently Our Lady of Czestochowa Church. Stella was a Foster Grandparent and Sr. Companion at DeGraff Memorial Hospital for over 25 years....

Linda A. Pallotta

Linda A. Pallotta

May 15, 2013

Linda A. Pallotta (nee Papin), passed away at the Northgate Health Care Facility on May 15, 2013 under the care of Niagara Hospice. She was 70 years old. Linda was a member of the former Ascension R.C. Church. Linda was an avid gardner and loved being outdoors. She and her husband enjoyed camping, traveling and being with their family. Daughter...

Frank James Lawlor

Frank James Lawlor

May 10, 2013

Frank J. Lawlor, Jr., age 90, of North Tonawanda, died peacefully at home on May 10, 2013. Frank retired from the University of Buffalo as a Campus Policeman. He owned and operated Aunt Tillies Homemade Candies on Rumbold Avenue until 2002. Frank was a member of the Crows Nest Horse Shoe Club and always said that he “was a jack...

Winifred Mae Schasel

Winifred Mae Schasel

Apr 28, 2013

Winifred Mae Schasel, (nee Eakins) age 94 of North Tonawanda at the Beechwood Health Care Facility on April 28, 2013 after a brief illness. Winifred was a lifetime member of the Payne Avenue Christian Church, Elder Emeritus, former Stewardship Chairperson and Adult Sunday School Teacher. Winifred retired from Buffalo State College in 1980, where she was a Professor of Home...

Richard Paul Kobel

Richard Paul Kobel

Apr 1, 2013

Richard P. Kobel of North Tonawanda, Entered into rest April 1, 2013 In Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital after an acute illness. He was 70. Richard was born on August 19th, 1942 in Niagara Falls, New York to the late Samuel and Doris Kobel. He served his country for 6 years in the United States Marine Corp. aviation wing as an...

Mary Linville

Mary Linville

Mar 27, 2013

Mary “Lil” Linville of North Tonawanda, Entered in rest March 27, 2013 in her home under the care of hospice. She was 89. Mary worked for many years as as housekeeper for the holiday Inn Hotel in Amherst, NY where she retired after 20 years. She enjoyed spending time with Her family and friends. Her life was her children her...

Albert C. Gielow

Albert C. Gielow

Mar 18, 2013

Albert C. Gielow of North Tonawanda, March 18, 2013, peacefully at Northgate Health Care Facility, where he was receiving rehabilitation after a mild stroke. He was 94. Albert worked for many years for Wood & Brooks Company and retired from Frontier Insulation Contractors. He was a classic car enthusiast, enjoyed boating and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Beloved...

John J. Chang

John J. Chang

Mar 14, 2013

John J. Chang, “Walker or Wishbone” age 48 on March 14,2013 after a long illness at Hospice Buffalo. John worked for Kowal Construction out of Buffalo. He was a hunter and a fisherman. Surviving are his friends David and Brenda Kasprzyk and Dorene Ferron, all of Buffalo. Also his beloved Beagle, Gypsy. A celebration of John’s life will be held...

Michael Vincent Reed

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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