Obituaries

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...

Sep 29, 2019

Linda Hancock of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2019 at home unexpectedly.  Born on June 27, 1951 in Niagara Falls, NY she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Thelma (Winker) Allinson.  Linda is survived by her companion of 27 years, David Leone.

Linda resided in Niagara Falls all of her life...

Sep 29, 2019

Kahla Rose Narehood, 36, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2019 at her residence. Born in Newfane, NY, she was the daughter of Kimberly (Daniel Reale) Rauber and the late Kenneth Waltermire.

Kahla worked as a home care health aide and loved spending time with her cats and family. In addition to her...

Sep 27, 2019

Violet M. "Vi" Proietti, 90, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on September 27, 2019 at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Angelo R. and Filomena (Cusimano) Fera.

Vi was raised in Niagara Falls and attended local schools.  On June 7, 1948, she married Albert...

Sep 26, 2019

Frank Dionne, III, of Grand Island, NY, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2019 at Mercy Hospital of Buffalo. Born in Frankfurt, Germany, he was the son of the late Frank and Francesca Dionne; beloved husband of the late Genevieve (Quinn) Dionne; and loving father of John Dionne, Kimberly Dubay, William Dionne and Christian Strand. Frank was employed as...

Sep 26, 2019

John C. "Babs" Barber, 99, of Lewiston, NY, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 26, 2019 at Mt St. Mary's Hospital. Born in Philipsburg, PA, he was the son of the late Frank and Virginia (Salurday) Barber.

Babs, as he was known to his family and friends, attended local schools in Pennsylvania and was drafted into the...

Sep 25, 2019

Gerald Porter, 75, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 in Elderwood at Grand Island.

Jerry was born in Niagara Falls, NY, where he attended local schools and graduated from Niagara-Wheatfield High School. On November 15, 1963 he enlisted into the United States Marines and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War...