Obituaries

Sep 10, 2018

DONNER - Kathleen A. (nee Kollmar), Age 58, unexpectedly September 10, 2018. Loving daughter of Susanne J. (Verpoten) and the late Eugene J. Kollmar. Beloved wife of John J. Donner. Dearest mother of Danielle S. (Alexander) Eadie, Matthew J., andLuke J. Donner. Cherished gramma to-be of Baby Eadie. Devoted sister of Michael J. (Katie) Kollmar. Sister-in-law of Thomas E., Ann...

Sep 9, 2018

Dolores A. Ligammare, 84, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Sunday, September 9, 2018 under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born in Niagara Falls, NY she was the daughter of the late Angelo and Elizabeth (Rufrano) Incorvia.

Dolores was educated in Niagara Falls.  She married Joseph A. Ligammare on April 23, 1955.  Mr. Ligammare predeceased Dolores...

Sep 9, 2018

Joseph A. Saia, 94, of Lewiston, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 9, 2018 at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Angelo and Jessie (Ferrara) Saia. Joseph graduated from the former Trott Vocational High School and attended metallurgical school in Chicago. He served in the United States Army until...

Sep 8, 2018

Concetta "Connie" Girardo of Niagara Falls, passed away after a brief illness on September 8, 2018 at the age of 83.  Born in Bella di Nicastro, Catanzaro, Calabria, Italy on February 8, 1935 to the late Antonio Fato and Teresa (Cristiano) Fato.

Following her marriage on October 23, 1954 to Anthony Girardo, she immigrated to America with...

Sep 8, 2018

Gregory E. McGahey, 68, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on September 8, 2018 at his residence surrounded by his family. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late William and Agnes (Edwards-Babi) McGahey and stepson of the late Stanley Babi.

Greg was the beloved husband of Linda (Siegrist) McGahey who he married on...

Sep 6, 2018

Josephine (Chapman) Cook, age 77, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully on September 6, 2018 at Mercy Hospital Buffalo. Born October 1, 1940 in Brantley, Alabama, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Elnora (Daniels) Chapman.

Josephine came to Niagara Falls in 1955. On June 27, 1964, she married Lawrence H. Cook. He predeceased...

Sep 6, 2018

James Balistrere, also affectionately known as Jimbo, of Cheektowaga passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 6, 2018 at Roswell Park Cancer Institute, after a brief illness.

Jim was the son of the late Dominic "Mimi" and Rose (Thomasula) Balistrere.   He is survived by a son Marc Balistrere and wife Seon Hui of Kentucky;  a brother Ignatius "Sandy"...

Sep 5, 2018

Betty M. (Maturani) Scrivano, 78 of Niagara Falls, NY passed away at her home on September 5, 2018 while under the care of Niagara Hospice.  Born August 5, 1940 in Niagara Falls she was the daughter of the late Edward and Rose (Porrecca) Maturani.

Betty was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls.  She graduated from Niagara Falls...

Sep 5, 2018

Serofino "Sam" Giambattista passed quietly on Wednesday, September 5, 2018, following a long illness. He was born in Niagara Falls, New York on September 29, 1924, to the late Serofino and Vincenza (Torchetti) Giambattista. He spent his final days visiting with family and friends while resting comfortably at home. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Martha (Marinucci),...

Sep 3, 2018

Russell J. Pascucci, 95, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 3, 2018 at Schoellkopf Health Center.  Born March 9, 1923 in Herkimer, NY, he was the son of the late Salvatore Joseph and Martha (Bianca) Pascuzzi.

Russ came to Niagara Falls as a child with his family and attended local schools, graduating from...

Sep 3, 2018

Christine A. (Catanese) Good, 59 of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on September 3, 2018 in Buffalo Mercy Hospital.  Born December 3, 1958 in Niagara Falls, NY she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Paula (Pinkowski) Catanese.

Christine was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls.  She attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High...

Aug 30, 2018

Marie Colavecchia, 79, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 30, 2018, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late James and Mary (Rotella) Palmeri.

Marie attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School. She was an excellent cook and an avid reader. She...

Aug 28, 2018

Lanice J. Ford, 83, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at Schoellkopf Health Care Facility. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Louis H. and Mary (Lapp) Florer.

Lanice attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School.  She began working at Moore Business Forms and...

Aug 27, 2018

OWNER OF JOEY'S PIZZERIA Joseph Previte, 73 of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on August 27, 2018 at Niagara Hospice House. Born July 17, 1945 in Niagara Falls, NY he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Ann (Rogina) Previte.

Joseph was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls. On September 2, 1968, he married Donna...

Aug 26, 2018

Linda A. (McDonald) Allen age 76 formerly of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on August 26, 2018 in Lakeland, Florida.  Born April 7, 1942 in Niagara Falls, NY she was the daughter of the late Bert and Margaret (McGuire) McDonald.

Linda was raised and educated in Niagara Falls.  She worked many years in the banking industry and...

Aug 26, 2018

Richard C. Caccamise of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Sunday, August 26, 2018 under the care of Niagara Hospice House, Lockport, NY.  Born on May 4, 1947 in Niagara Falls, NY to Donald and Elsie (Docherty) Caccamise.

Richard lived in the area all his life and attended local schools.  He worked in the food service for...

Aug 25, 2018

Wanda M. Corsaro, 82, of Lewiston, NY was called to our Lord peacefully on August 25, 2018 under Hospice care.  Born October 21, 1935, Wanda (Matyjas) Corsaro was the cherished wife of the late Joseph C. Corsaro.  Born in Niagara Falls, Wanda was the daughter of Leonard and Helen (Baran) Matyjas.

Wanda is survived by her daughters,...

Aug 25, 2018

John R. Cataldo, 84 of Lewiston, NY passed away on August 25, 2018 at Niagara Hospice House surrounded by his loving family.  Born November 10, 1933 in Niagara Falls, NY he was the son of the late Benjamin and Jenny (DePrima) Cataldo.

John was a lifelong resident of the Niagara Falls area and attended local schools.  He...

Aug 22, 2018

Cheryl M. "Sherrie" (Zimmerman) Henry , 56 of Niagara Falls , NY passed away on August 22, 2018 at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. Born August 15, 1962 in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Milford and Angelina (Di Poula) Zimmerman.

Cheryl  loved preparing meals for her family ,was an avid gamer, enjoyed listening...

Aug 21, 2018

Bryan Stoneham, 56, of Youngstown, NY, passed away peacefully at Niagara Hospice House on Tuesday, August 21, 2018. Born in Wellsville, PA, he was the son of the late Charles and Lucina (Houghling) Stoneham.

Bryan attended local schools in Wellsville and later moved to Niagara Falls with his family. On December 5, 1998 he married his beloved...