Grand Island
James E. Moss December 30, 2012 at age 95. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth Szuck Moss; dear father of Sandra (Raymond) Adams, Christine (Samuel Nelson) Moss, Janice (Gary) Kapps and the late Elizabeth (Jeffrey) Inman, as well as a cherished grandfather and great grandfather. Mr. Moss was a Navy veteran of WWII, a longtime employee of Bethlehem Steel Corp., as well as a lifelong member of the West Side Rowing Club. He was a longtime resident of Grand Island and a devoted parishioner of St. Church. According to his wishes, Mr. Moss' remains were donated to the University of Buffalo Medical School. A memorial service will be held at St. Stephen's at a future date in the spring.
Walter J. Hastrich , May 19, 1929 Dec. 23, 2012 Son of the late Walter G. and Bernice H. Hastrich (Koch), Walt was proceeded in death by his wife of 32 years, Mary Angela (Thornbury). Warrant Officer in NYS National Guard until 1954, Corporate Executive until retirement and long time resident of Grand Island, NY, prior to moving to Florida. Walter leaves behind three children, Carol (Strachan) Hastrich, Duane (Janet), Richard (Mary Frances), and Dea Albertson; his grandsons, Matthew, Christopher, and Duane; great grandchildren, Aiden Olivia numerous nephews nieces. Viewing Friday, Dec. 28th, 3 5 pm at, Dobies FH 7Springs Chapel, 8825 Old County Road 54, New Port Richey with services there on Saturday, Dec. 29th at 10 am. Graveside services immediately following at Grace Memorial Gardens.
William C. Sciuk , December 24, 2012, age 95, in Boca Raton, FL, formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, beloved husband of Virginia M. (Ippolito); dearest father of Elizabeth Stoklosa, David and Paula (Kenneth) Sciog; loving grandfather of Robyn Muehlbauer and three great grandchildren; son of the late Lawrence P. and the late Julia A. (Olszowy); predeceased by siblings Joseph, Genevieve, Frank and Emily; also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Sciuk was a WWII veteran and Chevy Tonawanda retiree. Private memorial to be held at a later date.
Michael E. Heftka, December 19, 2012, of Grand Island; entered into rest December 19, 2012. He was a resident of Grand Island. Husband of Nancy (Orlowski) Heftka. Father of Craig (Kellie), Jaime (Miguel) Santiago, Christopher "Scooter", Nicholas, Michael, Amanda and Adam Heftka. Grandfather of Collin and Katelyn Heftka. Son of Mary and the late Eugene Heftka. Brother of Robert (Margaret) and Brooks (Michelle) Heftka. Also survived by nieces and a nephew. Friends may call Friday 1 8 PM at the Kaiser Funeral Home 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday at 10 AM at St. Stephen's Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Roswell Park Cancer Institute. Mr. Heftka was the Executive Director for the Wyoming County IDA. He served as Councilman on Grand Island from 1998 2001. He also taught CCD at St. Stephen's Church and helped start and run KidBiz on Grand Island.
Thomas R. Dworak Jr., December 17, 2012, age 86, of Grand Island, NY, father of Thomas Dworak, Patrick (Tracy) Dworak and Richard (Phyllis) Dworak, all of Grand Island, NY, Lesha Tiedemann, Williamsville, NY; nine grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. at ZAJAC FUNERAL HOME INC., 319 24th. St., corner of Welch Ave., Niagara Falls, NY. Mass of Christian Burial Friday, December 21 at 10:00 AM St. Stephen's Church, 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island (EVERYONE PLEASE ASSEMBLE AT CHURCH). Burial with Military Honors in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250 0301.
Lee Frank Thomas, Jan. 7, 1939 December 15, 2012, age 73, of North Tonawanda, died peacefully December 15, 2012 in Niagara Hospice House. He was a resident of Grand Island, NY from 1941 1961 and attended Charlotte Sidway School. Parents were Mae and Charles. Lee was a U. S. Navy veteran. He was the owner and operator of Western Snacks for 50 years. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie 1411, Amvets Post 26, the Loyal Order of Moose and the Park Athletic Club. Beloved father of Timothy Thomas of Hummelstown, PA; Randy Thomas of Clearwater, FL; and the late Linda Thomas. Grandfather of Chandler, Chelsea and and Kaylee. Brother of Jerry (Nancy) Thomas of Salisbury, CT, uncle of several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his loving companion, Gail Burns. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. In lieu of flowers, memories may be made to Roswell Park Cancer Institute or Niagara Hospice. Eldredge, December 15, 2012, of Grand Island, husband of the late Ruth (Olsen) Eldredge; father of Karen (Thomas) Martin, Susan (Lenny) Ostrowski and Nancy Jill (Joseph) Roberts; grandfather of Michael, Christian, Karrie, Chantel, Amy, Camilla and James; also survived by 11 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild; brother of James (Martha), John (Sarah) and the late Richard (late Maryann) Eldredge. Friends may call Tuesday, December 18, 2012 from 4 7 PM followed by Memorial Services, Tuesday at 7 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The American Cancer Society . Mr. Eldredge was a WW II US Army veteran.
Linda Lee (Brune) Millar, December 14, 2012; of Grand Island; mother of Nichole (Clifton) King, Jeffrey (Erin) Millar, Amy (Andrew) Snyder and Kristin Millar, grandmother of Kaitlin and Keegen King, Caroline Millar, Logan, Luke, Levi and Lorelai Snyder, sister of William (Stephanie) Brune, friend of Dale Millar; friends may call Saturday and Sunday 2 4 7 9 PM at the Kaiser Funeral Home 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island; funeral services will be held Monday at 10 AM at St. Timothy Lutheran Church; in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Cheap NFL Jerseys Society; Linda was an employee at Frontier Science Technology.
Ronald R. Norman , December 13, 2012, age 79, of Grand Island, NY and Del Ray Beach, FL, loving father of Deborah Norman Lane, Michael Allen Norman, Lisa M. Norman and David J. Jarvis; grandfather of Michael Anthony, Airman 1st class Eric R. Norman, Trevor and Taylor Norman and Blake, Drew, Avery and Caton Jarvis; soulmate of 24 years to Lee E. Malone. The family will be present on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012 and Thursday, Dec. 20 from 2 4 and 7 9 PM at the (Amherst Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5200 Sheridan Dr. (corner of Hopkins Road). Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service, Friday, Dec. 21 at 10 AM in the Resurrection Life Fellowship, 2145 Old Union Road, Cheektowaga, NY 14227. Please assemble at church. Stewart, December 10, 2012, of Grand Island, NY. Husband of Mary Ellen (Klingel), father of James E. Jr. (Jacqueline), Theodore William (Cyndi) and William Bruce (Heather). Also survived by nine grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Jim was the son of the late William Bruce Stewart and Betty Ann Martin, stepson of Howard L. Martin, brother of Kathleen (William) Gray, Gloria {George} Bloom and stepbrother of Virgil (Linda) Martin and Howard R.(Charlene) Martin. He was a retiree and member of Union Local 41, I. B. E. W and served four years in the United States Navy. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 29, 2012, at the Holiday Inn, Grand Island at noon. Donations in Jim's memory may be made to Roswell Cancer Institute, Hospice or the University of Buffalo Anatomical Gift Program.
Ernest R. Gasbarro, December 8, 2012, of Grand Island, husband of 62 years of Elsie O. Gasbarro; father of Ronald, Dennis (Colleen) and David Gasbarro; grandfather of Jesse (Sarah), Eric (late Jamie) Gasbarro, Miranda (Mark) Giglio and Valerie Gasbarro; brother of Dominic Gasbarro and the late Amelia, Adam, Sue, Mary, Velma, Ida, Teddy and Liz; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday, December 10 from 9 10 AM with a Prayer Service, Monday at 9:30 AM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. Mr. Gasbarro served in the Coast Guard during WW II, worked at Kimberly Clark in Niagara Falls and then at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center before retiring.
Kenneth A. Killian , November 30, 2012, age 98, of The Villages, FL, formerly of Grand Island, husband of 51 years of Dorothy Killian and the late Viola (Martin) Killian; father of Richard and James Killian, Dorolynn Hawks and Christine Phillips; also survived by seven grandchildren and ten great grandchildren; brother of Catherine Long of Grand Island, Raymond of Buffalo, Walter of Rochester and the late Donald Killian. A memorial service will be held on Grand Island in the spring at a time to be announced. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Villagers for Hospice, 601 Casa Bella, The Villages, Fl 32162.
Gertrude (nee Schillke) Reimann, December 8, 2012, of Grand Island, wife of the late Howard Reimann; mother of Trudy (James) O'Connor, Eric (Elizabeth) Reimann, Claire (Stephen) Royce and Timothy (Aliene) Reimann; also survived by ten grandchildren and ten great grandchildren; sister of the late Alfred Schillke, Charlotte Lascari, Margaret Williams and Ella Kellogg. A Memorial Service will be held in the spring at a time to be announced. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Habitat For Humanity, 995 Kensington Ave., Buffalo, NY 14215.
Mildred A. Weiser, died peacefully December 6, 2012 at the age of 92 under the care of Niagara Hospice. She attended Catholic schools in Buffalo, then graduated from Bryant Stratton Business School and got a job with the War Department. She married her late husband Edward G. Weiser, Jr. in 1948 and moved to Grand Island where she resided for the rest of her life. Mildred had three children, Milanne M. (Thomas) Buchholz of Stevens Point, WI, Melisse A. Weiser of North Tonawanda and Edward G. (Bonnie) Weiser III of Grand Island. She also leaves four grandchildren and six great grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews. Mildred enjoyed many eclectic pastimes during her life. She was a member of the Bridgeview Garden Club, Bell Ski Club, and exercised, and took Adult Ed classes at Grand Island High School. Millie was also an avid reader and a rabid armchair quarterback. She loved golf, the challenge of complex knitting, playing bridge, working daily crossword puzzles and cleaned like nobody else, you could ask her. After many years of riding a standard bike, she got her first ten speed at the age of 65, and traveled to France to ride with her husband and the Bell Ski Club. She traveled to many places including Mexico, Canada, Europe, and extensively in the United States. A memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, December 15, 2012 at 10 AM at St. Stephen's Church, Grand Island. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Heritage Christian Services 349 West Commercial St. Suite 2795, East Rochester, NY 14445 or Niagara Hospice House.
Christopher Schorb, December 1, 2012, at the age of 42, beloved husband and soulmate of Heather Thomson; cherished son of Judith (nee Christopher) and Brian Schorb; dearest brother of Jodi (Danielle DeMuth) Schorb; loving son in law of Sandra Menno; dear brother in law of Scott Thomson; Friends may call on Saturday, December 8, 2012 from 3 7 PM at the (Delaware Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC. 1132 Delaware Ave. (near West Ferry St.), Buffalo, NY 14209. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, December 21st at 6 PM at the Ukrainian Cultural Center Dnipro, 562 Genesee St., Buffalo, NY 14204 (between Davis St. and Jefferson Ave.) with a Celebration of Life Party to follow. (nee Marcilliott) Oddo, November 28, 2012. Wife of the late Bart J. Oddo; mother of Richard Oddo and Sylvia (Glenn) Schultz; grandmother of Lorrie Morris and Paul Oddo and the late William Schultz; great grandmother of Brian Schultz and Rachelle Inan; great aunt of Linda (Dennis) Horan. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service at Maple Grove Cemetery, Grand Island at future day and time to be announced. Arrangements by the CARLTON A. ULLRICH FUNERAL HOME, INC
June Marie (nee Franson) Wakeley, November 21, 2012, of Grand Island, beloved wife of 57 years of John F. Wakeley; loving mother of Gail (Steven) Dixon, Barbara (Henry) Starzynski, Frank (Judith) and Donna Wakeley; cherished grandmother of Michael and Jennifer Dixon, Henry Starzynski, Jillian, Jonathan and Jaclyn Wakeley; sister of Dorothy Nelson, David (Margaret) and the late Paul Franson; daughter of the late Einar and Edith Franson; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Saturday, November 24, 2012 from 2 4 and 7 9 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. Funeral Services will be held Wholesale Jerseys Sunday, November 25 at 1 PM at St. Martin In The Fields Episcopal Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Myelodyplastic Syndrome Foundation, 4573 S. Broad St., Suite 150, Yardville, NJ 08620.
Edward William Falsetti 61 of JERSEY CITY, NJ, passed away, peacefully, in his sleep at his apartment in Jersey City, NJ on November 6, 2012. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of Edward S. Falsetti and the late Barbara Ann Loncto Falsetti.
Ed briefly attended Calasanctius School in Buffalo, NY, and graduated from Grand Island High School. He received a BS degree in mechanical engineering at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1980. Ed, a Professional Engineer in NYS and several other states, worked as the HVAC Discipline Manager and lead mechanical design engineer at CSA Group, Architects and Engineers in the New York City office. Projects include the High Line Maintenance Operations Building; WWE Studios, WCBS Studios; 1440 Broadway conversion to Con Edison steam service. He was secretary of the ASHRAE New York City Chapter and a Senior Board member. Previous to that assignment he worked as an associate mechanical engineer at Buro Happold in New York City. He was Engineer of Record for the MEP design of the World Trade Center Museum Pavilion. He also worked as a senior project manager at Dagher Engineering.
Prior to his move to New York City in 2004, Ed developed his engineering skills at Mesch Engineering, Architects and Engineers, Lockport, NY. In his 30 years at Mesch, he advanced from drafting tech to the position of president. He was the project manager and principal engineer for the design of the new Niagara County Jail and upgrades for the old jail. He also was principal engineer for the design and construction of the Erie County youth detention center.
Ed had a love for sailing and belonged to the Olcott Yacht Club and served briefly as Fleet Captain. He took supreme joy in sailing one class boats like the racing 2 man dinghy 5 0 5, Shark and J 24s. He was always ready to serve as crew for others.
In addition to his father, Ed is survived by three brothers, John J. Falsetti, Guy T. Falsetti (Jill) of Lockport, NY; James S. Falsetti (Nanette), of New Fairfield, CT; and one sister, Susan C. Breloff of Lockport, NY. Ed is also survived by a stepson, Scott McIntosh of Buffalo, NY; aunts, uncles and a host of nieces and nephews; many cousins and his dear friend, Sandy Nelson.
There will be no prior visitation. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial mass on Monday, November 19th, at 10:00 AM at St. Vincent de Paul Parish at St. Leo Church, 2748 Military Rd., Niagara Falls, NY. Inurnment will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made to the American Heart Association or to your favorite charity. COLUCCI SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls. Obituary Courtesy of Lockport Union Sun Journal
Barry Vanderbrook, 56, of Grand Island, November 11, 2012. Husband of Lisa (Pirrone) Vanderbrook; father of Nicole (Galen) Dell, Justin, and Shawn Vanderbrook; son of Richard and Ruth Vanderbrook; brother of Alan (Beth), Karen, Donna (Chris) Antholzner, Brian (Cindy), and Jeff (Elaine) Vanderbrook; also surviving are several nieces and nephews. at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1950 Whitehaven Rd, Grand Island. from St. Parish, Grand Island.
Harold E. "Bud" Anderson of Grand Island, November 12, 2012, husband of the late Anita Ackerman Anderson; son of the late Harold and Mildred Brown Anderson; dear brother of Joyce (late Robert) Chapman, Layton (Viola), Alfred "Al" (Anita) and Gaylord (late Lovisa) Anderson; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at D. LAWRENCE GINNANE FUNERAL HOME, 3215 Delaware Ave., Kenmore, Friday from 4 7 PM. All are invited to a funeral service at Knox United Presbyterian Church, 2595 Elmwood Ave. at Kinsey Ave., Kenmore, Saturday at 11 AM. Please assemble at church. Final resting place in Elmlawn Cemetery. Buffalo News Obituary
George B. Pollock, 91, of Largo, FL passed away on Sunday, November 11, 2012 in the Tierre Pines Center. George was born on October 8, 1921 in Lewiston, New York and moved to this area in 1987 coming from Grand Island, NY. He retired from the Plumbing Business and was a member of the Plumber Steam Fitter, Local Union 22 in Niagara Falls, NY. George served in the US Marines during WWII. He was a member of the American Legion Post 119, VFW Post 10094 both of Largo, FL, a Life Member of the DAV Post 91 in Pinellas Park, the Lockport Lodge No. 73 F AM, the Bicentennial J's Lockport No. Scottish Rite and the Shriners Lodge in Buffalo, NY. George is survived by his loving wife of 25 years Loretta J. Howard of Largo, FL, three daughters, Donna (Douglas) Johnson of WA, Colleen Yates of TN, Tamie (Jeff) Matthews of NY, an adopted daughter, Kimberly (Henry) Musgrove of NY, a stepdaughter, Shelly (Tom) Reidy of NY, three stepsons, Paul (Kim) Grande , Jon (Sue) Grande and Don (Alyson) Grande all of NY, 21 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren and a sister, Helen McCollum of NY. Memorial contributions may be offered to the Alzheimer's Association , 9365 US 19 North, Suite B, Pinellas Park, FL 33782. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, December 1, 2012 at 10 am at the Moss Feaster Funeral Home, 13401 Indian Rocks Road, Largo, FL 33774, Ph 727 562 2080. Military Honors will follow services in Serenity Gardens Memorial Park.
Thomas P. Boyle Jr. of Grand Island, November 10, 2012, husband of Ann L. (Teschemacher) Boyle; father of Shawn (Joelle), Scott, and Brian (Tami) Boyle; grandfather of Isabella, Alayna, Easton, Brockton, Kaylee, Bryson and Brayden. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, November 15 at 10 AM from St. Stephen R. C. Church, 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island. If desired, memorials may be made to Roswell Park Cancer Institute.
Frances L. Bonda, of Grand Island, November 6, 2012, wife of the late Michael J. Bonda; mother of Mary (Richard) Smyth, Phyllis (Stanley) Kokoszka, Charlene (Philip) Wicinski, Michele (Dennis) Bosinski, Dawn (Jerry) Magoffin; sister of the late Joseph Terrose, Teresa Menza, and Sarah Sorrento; grandmother of Susan, Shani, Ben, Michele, Christopher, Wendy, Tim, Jason, Kelly, Michael, the late Kevin and Allison. Friends may call Thursday, November 8 from 2 4 and 6 8 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, November 9 at 10 AM from St. Church. Interment in Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Jacqueline E. (nee Parisi) Lamancuso, November 4, 2012, of Grand Island, beloved wife of 62 years of Carl Lamancuso; loving mother of Carol (Frank) Vacanti, Maria (James) Benson and Michelle Fiels; also survived by eight grandchildren and seven great grandchildren; dear sister of Maria (Joseph) Bueme, Norman (Mary) Parisi, Stephen (Becky) Parisi and the late Phyllis (survived by husband Pete) Cisero; daughter of the late Stephen and Mary Parisi. No prior visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, November 7 at 10 AM at St. Stephen's Church, 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island.