Cornelius W. 'Corky' Stafford Jr., 61 of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Sunday February 27, 2011. Born in Niagara Falls, NY he was the son of the late Cornelius W. and Ruth (O'Dell) Stafford, Sr.

Corky, as he was affectionately known to his family and friends, was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls and attended local schools. He worked in maintenance for the City of Niagara Falls, and most recently Niagara Fashion Outlet Mall. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. An outdoor enthusiast, Corky enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time in the Southern-Tier.

Mr. Stafford is survived his wife Sandra Stafford, his two sons, Corey C. Stafford Donoughe of West Seneca, NY and Mark E. Stafford Donoughe of Niagara Falls, NY, one grandson Ben Donoughe, his brothers and sisters, Charles (Patricia) Stafford of the Town of Niagara, NY, Ken (late Mary) Stafford of Niagara Falls, NY, Janie (Dan) Trippany of Watertown, NY, William Stafford of Niagara Falls, NY, Sally (Donald) Klierk of St. Catharines, Ontario, Ruth Stafford of Lockport, NY, Carol Collins of Chicago, IL, Marie Stafford of North Tonawanda, NY, Linda (Wayne) Dalgleigh of Lapeer, MI, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Visitation will be held on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the M.J. COLUCCI AND SON FUNERAL CHAPEL 468 19TH STREET NIAGARA FALLS, NY.