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James R Kemp

James R Kemp

Sep 12, 2025

Kemp, James R. Of Hamburg, Entered into rest September 12, 2025 Devoted father of Denise Kemp; Cherished grandfather of Matthew Kemp, Patrick Kemp and Papa to Maggie, Jimmy; Dear brother of the late Jean (late Chuck) Stroh and Late John Kemp; Ex Wife of Linda Kemp. Also survived by relatives and friends. No prior visitation. A Celebration of James's Life...

Joseph Barnashuk

Joseph Barnashuk

Sep 10, 2025

Barnashuk – Joseph, March 12, 1960 - September 10, 2025, of Lackawanna, died unexpectedly while on a long-awaited retirement trip to Poland. Devoted son of Stella A. Barnashuk and the late Frank P. Barnashuk; brother of Terry Tupis, Elaine (Bill) Henneberry and Dr. Frank C. (Debbie) Barnashuk; cherished uncle to Paul (Karin) Tupis, Jeff (April Bartlett) Tupis, Kara (Adam Bush)...

Karl Taltos

Karl Taltos

Sep 10, 2025

Taltos, Karl Of Lackawanna, Entered into rest September 10, 2025 Relatives and Friends may visit The Colonial Memorial Chapels 3003 South Park Ave. Lackawanna on Sunday September 14th from 4-7pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday September 15th at Queen of Angels Church 144 Warsaw St. Lackawanna at 10am. Karl Taltos was the beloved husband of...

William J Lincoln

William J Lincoln

Sep 8, 2025

Lincoln, William J. Of Springville, Entered into rest September 8, 2025 Loving son of the late William M. and Gladys W. Lincoln; Dear friend of Rena M. Dumansky. No prior visitation. Private Services.

Kathleen M Kindron

Kathleen M Kindron

Sep 7, 2025

Kindron, Kathleen M. Of Westfield, Entered into rest September 7, 2025 Loving daughter of the late D. Bruce (late Veronica C.) (nee Galley) Kindron and stepdaughter of the late Mary Kindron (Galley); Dear sister of Sheryl (Frank) Scarpinato, Judy (late Ed) Briele, David (Vernie) Kindron, Jeffrey (Darsi) Kindron and Brian (Anna) Kindron; Fond aunt of many nieces, nephews and great...

Nydia Pinero-Ortiz

Nydia Pinero-Ortiz

Sep 6, 2025

Pinero-Ortiz, Nydia Of Buffalo, Entered into rest September 6, 2025 Devoted mother of Roberto Morales and Abigail Ortiz; Cherished grandmother of Ezequiel, Joshua, Juneili and Abismael; Loving daughter of Bienvenido Pinero and Celestina Delgado; Dear sister of Benny, Daniel, Johnny, Ginette. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Nydia's Life will be held at the convenience of the family.

David D Paradiso

David D Paradiso

Sep 2, 2025

Obituary for David Daniel Paradiso With heavy hearts and profound sorrow, we announce the passing of David Daniel Paradiso, who left this world on September 2, 2025, at the age of 51. Born on April 15, 1974, David was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose presence filled every room with warmth and kindness. David was deeply devoted to...

Roy W Brown

Roy W Brown

Aug 29, 2025

Brown, Roy W. Of Franklinville, Born August 17, 1934 - Entered into rest August 29, 2025 Beloved Father that will be Forever Loved, Forever Missed. No prior visitation. Services are private.

Genio T Carson

Genio T Carson

Aug 20, 2025

Genio T. Carson, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on August 20, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene Crittendon and Janice D. Carson. Genio was employed by Northtown Automotives in Amherst, NY, where he was known as a skilled auto body technician, and by Delaware North in Niagara Falls, NY. He is survived by his beloved...

Caroline Gallego

Caroline Gallego

Jul 31, 2025

Gallego, Caroline Of West Seneca, Entered into rest July 31, 2025 Loving daughter of the late Michael and Marylou (nee Fazzolari) Gallego; Dear sister of Michael J. (Denise) Gallego, Marylouise Gallego (Ronald Vincent), Francine Gallego (Jay Ruof) and the late Kathleen (late Daniel) Wilkie; Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews; Beloved friend of Mary Keller, Anthony Leo, Frank Simonetti....

Beverly I Pavlovich

Beverly I Pavlovich

Jul 30, 2025

Pavlovich, Beverly (nee Pryce) Of Hamburg, Entered into rest July 30, 2025 Beloved wife of John M. Pavlovich; Devoted mother of Matthew J. (Tammy) Pavlovich and Peter J. (Nicole) Pavlovich; Cherished grandmother of John, Andrew, Isabella, Nicholas, Joseph and adopted grandmother of Ryan Pryce; Loving daughter of the late Walter and Irene (nee Siewkewski) Pryce; Dear sister of Shirlee (Dan)...

Florence J Fraley

Florence J Fraley

Jul 29, 2025

Florence Jane Fraley, 88, of Orchard Park, New York passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at Mercy Hospital of Buffalo. Born June 18, 1937, in Rimersburg, PA, she was the daughter of Ralph and Velma (Fowler) Switzer. Florence was a lifelong country music fan. She sang and played guitar in a local band named Mississippi Breeze. Florence enjoyed traveling...

Santiago Quidgley-Rodriguez

Santiago Quidgley-Rodriguez

Jul 21, 2025

Quidgley-Rodriguez, Santiago Of Buffalo, Entered into rest July 21, 2025 Relatives and Friends may visit The Colonial Memorial Chapels 3003 South Park Ave. Lackawanna on Tuesday August 5th from 1-5pm where a Military Presentation of the Flag and Funeral Service will immediately follow. Interment WNY National Cemetery. Santiago was an Army Veteran of the Korean War.

Elizabeth Metros

Elizabeth Metros

Jul 20, 2025

Metros, Elizabeth (nee Carter) Of Hamburg, Entered into rest July 20, 2025 Beloved wife of Robert Metros. No prior visitation. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Please check back for the family written obituary that will be placed on our website and Facebook pages in the near future.

Michael T Patterson

Michael T Patterson

Jul 18, 2025

Patterson, Michael T. Of Buffalo, Entered into rest July 18, 2025 No prior visitation. A Celebration of Michael's Life will be held at the convenience of the family.

John Stanislaus Tomaszewski

John Stanislaus Tomaszewski

Jul 12, 2025

Tomaszewski, John Stanislaus Of Buffalo, Entered into rest July 12, 2025 Loving son of the late Joseph and Wanda (nee Klassa) Tomaszewski; Dear friend of Francina McClary. No prior visitation. John was a Navy veteran from 1952-1956. Inurnment WNY National Cemetery.

Charlotte A Hotho

Charlotte A Hotho

Jul 10, 2025

Hotho, Charlotte A. (nee Leathe) of Hamburg, NY, Entered into rest July 10, 2025. Beloved wife of Michael J. Hotho. Loving mother to Bruce (Barbara) Fisher, Hollyann (late Garry) Powell, Scot (Jessie) Fisher, Heidi (James) Liberatore and stepmother to Mark Fisher. Cherished grandmother to a plethora of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loving daughter of the late Howard C. and Ruth M....

Jorge L Acevedo

Jorge L Acevedo

Jul 7, 2025

Our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Jorge L. Acevedo, 56, Passed away peacefully July 7th, 2025, at his home in Buffalo. Jorge was born on October 8th, 1968, in Brooklyn, NY. He was a hardworking man who dedicated his life to his family. Jorge is survived by his wife, Licette Acevedo, whom he loved dearly. Also survived by his children,...

Richard W Kozak, Sr

Richard W Kozak, Sr

Jul 1, 2025

Kozak, Richard W. Sr. Of Lackawanna, Entered into rest July 1, 2025 Beloved husband of Diane (nee Cegielski); Devoted father of Richard Jr (Joanne) Kozak, Ronald Kozak and Robert (Kerry) Kozak; Cherished grandfather of Maia, Jonah, Matthew, Ava and the late Dylan, Kristen; Loving son of the late Walter and Mary (nee Kich) Kozak. Relatives and Friends may visit The...

Jeffrey D Pawlak

Jeffrey D Pawlak

Jun 24, 2025

Pawlak, Jeffrey D. of Hamburg, Entered into rest June 24, 2025 Loving son of the late John and Cecilia (nee Blakowski) Pawlak; Dear brother of John Jr. (Joyce) Pawlak, James Sr. (Elaine) Pawlak, Jane (late Francis) Izydorczak, Joseph (Barbara) Pawlak, Judith (Bruce) Roll and the late Jerome Pawlak; Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Relatives and...

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