Obituaries

Nov 3, 2019

Merl E. "Bud" Jacklin, 89, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his loving family under the care of Niagara Hospice.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Maurice and Viola (Marble) Jacklin.

Merl served in the United States Air Force for six...

Nov 1, 2019

Theresa A. Chirumblo, 100, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on November 1, 2019 at Elderwood of Lancaster in Lancaster, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Dominick and Mary Louise (Lanza) Chirumblo.

Theresa was employed at Walker's Laundry and worked in the packing department of Nabisco Shredded Wheat in Niagara...

Nov 1, 2019

Elizabeth Merchant of Niagara Falls, NY, wife of Edmund Merchant,  passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 1, 2019 at home.  Born on January 8, 1969 in Manhattan, NYC, daughter of Raymond Baker and Linda Fratello.

Elizabeth graduated from high school and attended college.  She worked for several years as a manager for Dunkin Donuts and recently retired...

Oct 29, 2019

Ray K. Johnson, 81, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on October 29, 2019 in Niagara Falls, NY.  Born on May 16, 1938 in Roanoke, VA, he was the son of the late Robert Lee and Celia (Reed) Johnson.

Ray was raised in Roanoke, VA, and graduated from Jefferson High School.  At the age of 18, Ray...

Oct 28, 2019

Marie A. Coram, 88, of Lewiston, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 28, 2019 at Niagara Hospice House. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the loving daughter of the late Thomas and Annie (Latham) May.

Marie attended local schools and was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School. On April 26, 1952, she married her beloved...

Oct 27, 2019

Terresa E. "Terry" Archie 67, of Youngstown, NY passed away on October 27, 2019 at her residence.   Born on March 15, 1952 in Cebu City, Philippines.  She came to the United States in the early 1970's.  Terry married her loving husband MST. SGT. Alfred Archie, USAF, Ret. on June 14, 1971 in the Philippines.  Mr. Archie passed away on...

Oct 27, 2019

Joseph J. Cadille, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on October 27, 2019 in Rochester, NY at the age of 97.  He was born on August 25, 1922 in Niagara Falls, NY to Tenero and Mary (Vasta) Cadille.

Joe is survived by his wife of 72 years, Jeanette (Nanula) Cadille, Rochester, NY. Additionally, his (2) sons Richard...

Oct 22, 2019

Frank J. Migliazzo, 88, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 8, 1931 in Niagara Falls, NY, son of the late Dominic and Rose (DePaula) Migliazzo.

Frank resided in Niagara Falls his entire life and attended local schools.  Devoted to his country, Frank...

Oct 21, 2019

Anthony "Tony" Quaranto, 91, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 21, 2019, at Buffalo General Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late Raffelle J. and Concetta (Farace) Quaranta; and beloved husband of Myrabelle (Dingwall) Quaranto, who he married on November 21, 1953 in the former Sacred Heart Church.

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Oct 21, 2019

Giuditta 'Julie' Forgione, 86, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away October 21, 2019 at Sisters of Charity Hospital, St. Joseph Campus, in Cheektowaga, NY.  Born on June 22, 1933 in Spezzano Della Sila, Cosenza, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Biagio and Rosaria (Scarpelli) Fiorita.

Julie came to the United States in January of 1949...

Oct 21, 2019

Anna Palazzo, 89, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on October 21, 2019 at Northgate Health Care Facility.  Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Sabatina (Romagnoli) Palazzo.

Anna graduated from Niagara Falls High School.  She was employed at DuPont until her retirement in 1992.  After her retirement, she continued working...

Oct 18, 2019

Anthony M. Custode, Sr., of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully on October 18, 2019.  Born on April 9, 1963, he was the son of the late Lewis, Sr. and Patricia (Amendola) Custode.

In his early years, Anthony worked in the family business (Amendola Printing Co.) and went on to become a tradesman in the graphic arts...

Oct 16, 2019

Dominic L. Penale, Sr., was born January 27, 1923, in Niagara Falls, NY, to the late Ralph and Francesca (Gallo) Penale. He passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 16, 2019, in Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.

Dominic attended Center Avenue School and North Junior High. He graduated from Niagara Falls High School where he excelled in football...

Oct 15, 2019

Jean Nicholson, age 69, of Foley, Alabama, formerly Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 in Buffalo General Hospital after a courageous battle with Cancer.  Born on September 30, 1950 in Niagara Falls, NY, daughter of the late Attilio and Mary (Traina) DiRamio.

Jean married James Nicholson, Jr on August 21, 1976 in Niagara...

Oct 14, 2019

Rena was born December 23, 1953 in Buffalo, NY. She passed away surrounded by her loving family from the effects of cancer on October 14, 2019 at Newfane Rehab Center.  Rena attended Madonna High School and NCCC. She was a landscape artist, and waitress, most notably at Georgian House and Sandis. Rena loved her customers and always had a...

Oct 11, 2019

Ellsworth W. "Bud" McKelvey, 103, passed away October 11, 2019 at his son and daughter-in law's home in Rush, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he resided in the LaSalle area for many years, and relocated to Rush, NY in 2016. He was the son of the late Elize and Nellie (Hartman) McKelvey. Bud was a proud United States...

Oct 7, 2019

Barbara Licastro, 81, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 7, 2019, at her residence surrounded by her beloved family. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Philip and Florence (Campese) Daniels.

Barbara was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls and a graduate of Niagara Falls High School. On July...

Oct 6, 2019

Steven Nolan, 68, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on October 6, 2019 at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center in Niagara Falls, NY.  Born in Brooklyn, MA, he was the son of Joseph Henry and Louise (Hamil) Nolan.

Steven served his country as a member of the United States Military.  He is survived by his family and...

Oct 5, 2019

Vera Mac Donald, 89, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on October 5, 2019 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Vincenzo and Rosa (Chiazzese) Morganti.

Vera attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1948. She married John S. Mac...

Oct 3, 2019

Eugene V. 'Gene' Sdao of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away under the care of Niagara Hospice at Mount St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston, NY at the wonderful age of 90.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Frederick and Catherine (Runco) Sdao.

Gene grew up in Plumville, PA and graduated from Plumville...