Obituaries

Apr 18, 2025

Ann M. Hodge, also known as Angela McGuth Hodge, passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 18, 2025, at the age of 102. She was at her home at Peninsula Del Rey in Daly City, California.

Ann was born in Piercefield, New York, nestled in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains. At age seven, her parents, Charles and...

Apr 18, 2025

Helen A. Baldassaro, 96, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on April 18, 2025, at Our Lady of Peace Health Care Facility in Lewiston, NY.  Born in Wilno, Poland, she was the daughter of the late Jan and Tekla Fabriszewska.

Helen moved to Germany in 1942, before moving to Montreal, Ottawa and later Niagara Falls, ON, before coming...

Apr 18, 2025

Edward A. Turner, 54 of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on April 18, 2025 at his residence.  Born in Drexel Hill, PA, he was the son of the late Edward H. and Alice W. (Murray) Turner.

Edward grew up in Springfield and Churchville, PA, graduating from Council Rock High School in Newton, PA.  He was married to...

Apr 18, 2025

Agnes F. 'Theresa' Pilon, 81, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on April 18, 2025, at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY.  Born in Wilkes Barre, PA, she was the daughter of the late Jonah and Fredricka (Mokes) Smith.

Theresa, as she was affectionately known, came to the area with her family as a child in the...

Apr 18, 2025

It is with profound sadness we announce the sudden passing of our beloved brother, Gerard "Gerry" Signore, on April 18, 2025, at the age of 68.   He passed away after a brief illness, surrounded by his family, leaving a legacy of love, laughter, and many cherished memories.

Born in Niagara Falls NY, and lived his entire life...

Apr 17, 2025

James V. 'Jimmy' Gansz, 68, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully in his sleep of natural causes at his residence on April 17, 2025.  Born in Auburn, NY, he was the son of the late Vernon G. and Irma E. (Scott) Gansz.

Jimmy was a graduate of Union Springs Central School.  His life passion was working...

Apr 16, 2025

Robert W. Hoffer, 74, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on April 16, 2025, at his residence.  Born in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of the late Robert F. and Marcella (Kirsch) Hoffer.

Robert graduated from Kenmore East High School and later earned his Associate's Degree.  After college, he moved to Texas before returning to Western...

Apr 15, 2025

Michele Rizzotto, 73, of Lewiston, NY, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Born and raised in Niagara Falls, Michele was the cherished daughter of the late Matthew and Antoinette (Del Gobbo) Rizzotto.

A graduate of Niagara Falls High School, Michele dedicated over 39 years of service to Niagara Falls Memorial Medical...

Apr 12, 2025

Mark A. Marchetti, age 66, of Grand Island, NY, and formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family under the compassionate care of Buffalo Hospice on April 12, 2025.

Born and raised in Niagara Falls, Mark was the son of the late Angelo and Rose (Huber) Marchetti. In 1980, Mark...

Apr 11, 2025

Frances C. Koshinski, 93, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on April 11th, 2025, at Ascension Living: Our Lady of Peace in Lewiston, with her loving family present.

Born in Central City, PA, Frances was the daughter of the late Angelo C. and Lena (Barrecca) Rizzo.

Frances moved to Niagara Falls in 1943 and was...

Apr 11, 2025

Diane C. Bianco, 82, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025, at the Genesee Center in Batavia, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, Diane was the daughter of John and Beatrice (Morganti) DiCicco.

During the 1950s and 1960s, she worked at her family's business, D's Best Poultry and D's Best Pizzeria. In 1975, Diane...

Apr 11, 2025

Jennifer M. Martelle, 55, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on April 11, 2025, at her residence.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late David and Sandra (Daria) Koch.

Jennifer was a graduate of Trott Vocational High School.  In 1992, she married James D. Martelle in the Town of Niagara, NY.  Alongside...

Apr 11, 2025

Rahnekawę:rih Montgomery Hill, 35, of the Tuscarora Nation, Beaver Clan passed away on April 11, 2025. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY on January 5, 1990, to Donald C. Hill and Kristine M. (Wheatley) Hill. His favorite role was the beloved Nakeri (father) of his only child Yehwatsironnyons Gibson Lynn Clayton Maracle Hill.

He attended Tuscarora...

Apr 11, 2025

Gary P. Spuller, 70, of Holly Springs, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on April 10, 2025, after a fulfilling life devoted to his family, friends, and community. He fell asleep in the loving arms of Jesus Christ, surrounded by family.  Born on August 30, 1954, in Niagara Falls, New York, Gary was the third son of...

Apr 7, 2025

Mark G. Williams, Sr., 64, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on April 7, 2025, at his residence.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Neal and Carol (Williams) Printup.

Mark graduated from Akron Central High School.  On August 3, 1985, he married Vicki Lynn (Kraft) Williams.  Mark was self-employed as a...

Apr 7, 2025

Gabriel M. Haick, Jr., 64, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on April 7, 2025 at Schoellkopf Health Center.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Sandra P. (Ludwig) Rawluszki and Gabriel M. Haick, Sr.  He was predeceased by his wife, JoAnn (Cosper) Haick on September 2, 2016.

Gabriel is survived by...

Apr 4, 2025

Joan Infantino, 88, of Lewiston, NY, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, Joan was the cherished daughter of the late Thomas and Jessie (Riggi) Cicatello. She was a proud graduate of Niagara Falls High School.

Joan married her devoted husband, Philip Infantino, on...

Apr 1, 2025

Joseph L. Scalzo, 80, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away at home surrounded by family on April 1, 2025, while under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Joseph and Loretta (Speranzza) Scalzo.

JoJo, as he was affectionately known, grew up in Niagara Falls, NY and attended...

Mar 30, 2025

Raphael G. 'Ray' Alvarez, 88, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on March 30, 2025, at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.  Born in Manhattan, New York, he was the son of the late Carmen Alvarez.

Ray grew up in New York City, where he graduated from High School.  He served proudly in the United States Air Force...

Mar 30, 2025

Carol J. Astorino, 82, of Williamsville, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at her residence. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the cherished daughter of the late Samuel and Jane (Trombetta) Astorino.

Carol was affectionately known as Kellyjane by her friends from her youth. She was a dedicated member of the CYC and formerly...