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Willie "Pop" Nicholas

Willie "Pop" Nicholas

Aug 16, 2025

Willie "Pop" Nicholas passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025, at Schoellkopf Health Care Facility in Niagara Falls, NY. Born in Alabama, he was the son of the late Oscar N. and Gladys (Curry) Hunt.

Willie moved to the Niagara Falls area as a child with his family, and spent many years working at HANCI as a...

George J. Moses

George J. Moses

Aug 15, 2025

George J. Moses, 78 of Niagara Falls, New York passed away surrounded by loved ones on August 15th, 2025 after a long and hard battle with cancer.

George loved collecting anything involved with Harley Davidson and was a proud supporter of the American Legion Veteran Bikers group. George was very helpful to the residents at Sawyer Gardens...

Sandra L. Hajzak

Sandra L. Hajzak

Aug 15, 2025

Sandra L. Hajzak, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on her 73rd Birthday, August 15, 2025 at Kenmore Mercy Hospital in Tonawanda, NY.

Sandra enjoyed cross-stitching and sewing in her younger years, and loved to cook for others, especially her beautiful holiday dinners. She was everything to everyone, and especially cherished the time she spent with her...

John O. Beaman

John O. Beaman

Aug 14, 2025

John O. Beaman, 68, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on August 14, 2025 at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Hamp L. Welch and Twynette (Bradley) Beaman.

John proudly served in the Unites States Marine Corps from 1975 until his honorable discharge...

Rana Saba

Rana Saba

Aug 12, 2025

Rana Saba, 57, of Wheatfield, NY, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Haifa, Palestine, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Elias and Camelia (Hawa) Saba.

Rana immigrated to the United States in 1977 and was a graduate of LaSalle Senior High School in Niagara Falls....

Robert J. 'Bob' Seyler

Robert J. 'Bob' Seyler

Aug 11, 2025

On August 11, 2025, Robert James 'Bob' Seyler, 77, of Ransomville, NY, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family.  Born in Niagara Falls on April 26, 1948, he was the son of the late John and Emilia 'Amy' (Bax) Seyler, who preceded him in death.

He was also preceded in death by his brother, John, and...

Bertha "Tootsie" B. Janik

Bertha "Tootsie" B. Janik

Aug 10, 2025

Bertha "Tootsie" B. Janik, 93, of Lewiston, NY, passed away peacefully at her residence on August 10, 2025 while under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the cherished daughter of the late August "Bud" and Bertha (Pietras) Racey.

Bertha attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School. On August...

Dr. Sami Raphael

Dr. Sami Raphael

Aug 10, 2025

Dr. Sami Raphael, 80, of Youngstown, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Roswell Park Cancer Center in Buffalo, NY, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Alexandria, Egypt, Dr. Raphael was the son of the late Abdelsaid and Aziza (Bougdady) Raphael.

Dr. Raphael was raised in Egypt, where he attended local schools and...

John “Jack” F. Cwierley

John “Jack” F. Cwierley

Aug 9, 2025

John "Jack" F. Cwierley, 75, of Lewiston, died peacefully in his home of natural causes on August 9, 2025.

He was born May 26, 1950, the son of John V. and Florence A. (Majchrzak) Cwierley. He attended local schools, and graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1968. Jack then attended Niagara County Community College, graduating with...

Earldeene B. House

Earldeene B. House

Aug 8, 2025

Earldeene B. (Hanna) House, 100, of Sarasota, FL, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025. Born in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada, she was the daughter of the late Beatrice and Samuel Hanna.

Earldeene was a graduate of local schools in Niagara Falls, Ontario, earning a secretarial degree before beginning a long and dedicated career with the North...

Gary T. Thiboult

Gary T. Thiboult

Aug 7, 2025

Gary T. Thiboult, 73, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on August 7, 2025 at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Arthur P. and Marion A. (Eustice) Thiboult.

Gary was a graduate of LaSalle High School.  He served proudly in the United States Air Force...

Michael W. Fortuna

Michael W. Fortuna

Aug 7, 2025

Michael W. Fortuna, 75, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on August 7, 2025 at Safire Rehabilitation in Tonawanda, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Stanley and Lottie (Matusik) Fortuna.

There will be no prior visitation or services.  Arrangements by M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel.

James M. 'Jim' Brady

James M. 'Jim' Brady

Aug 5, 2025

James M. 'Jim' Brady, 61, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. Born in Lewiston, NY, he was the son of the late Mary Ann (Murphy) and Peter M. Brady, Sr.

Jim attended Niagara Wheatfield High School.  He was employed in production for Silpos in Niagara Falls, NY.  Jim was a Volunteer...

Sheri Manarino

Sheri Manarino

Aug 5, 2025

Sheri Manarino, 56, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. Born in Lewiston, NY, she was the cherished daughter of the late John and Gertrude (Potter) Manarino.

Sheri was a graduate of the former LaSalle Senior High School and earned her Associate's degree from Niagara County Community College. She dedicated much of...

Judith-Anne Portik

Judith-Anne Portik

Aug 2, 2025

Judith-Anne Portik, 50, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 2, 2025. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the beloved daughter of the late John F. and Josephine J. (Marra) Portik.

Judy was a graduate of the former LaSalle Senior High School, she spent many years dedicated to serving others at local staples such...

Daniel A. Young

Daniel A. Young

Aug 1, 2025

A hunter's heart, a friend so true, in open fields, with skies of blue. He found his peace in sun and breeze, among the quiet, rustling trees. A steady hand, a caring soul, He made our broken spirits whole. Our memories of him won't depart, Forever etched within each heart.

Daniel A. Young, 41, of Lewiston, NY,...

Sadie Jean Kotovich

Sadie Jean Kotovich

Jul 28, 2025

Sadie Jean Kotovich, 63, of the Town of Niagara, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 28, 2025, under the care of Niagara Hospice and her devoted family. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Abraham "Abe" Moses and Janice (Hagerman) Sawma.

Sadie dedicated much of her life to helping others, working...

Sharon P. Costanzo

Sharon P. Costanzo

Jul 26, 2025

Sharon P. Costanzo, 81, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully at her home on July 26, 2025. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the cherished daughter of the late Frank and Ruth (Scotland) Burns.

Sharon was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls where she attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School. On January...

Steven B. Riddlebarger

Steven B. Riddlebarger

Jul 23, 2025

Steven B. Riddlebarger, 41, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away at his residence on July 23, 2025.  Born in Clearwater, FL, he was the son of Gerald L. (Dawn R. (Higgins)) Riddlebarger and the late Maryann (Frier) Riddlebarger.

Steven moved to the Niagara Falls area at age 14, and later moved to Georgia at age 18 before...

Natalie Sansivero

Natalie Sansivero

Jul 23, 2025

Natalie Sansivero, 46, of Grand Island, NY, passed away on July 23, 2025, in Niagara Falls, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, Natalie was the cherished daughter of Joseph (Lynne) Costa and the late Elizabeth Putzak (née Buffone) (late Jake) Putzak; and the adored fiancé of the late Jerome "Jerry" Williams.

Raised in Niagara Falls, Natalie was a...

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