Obituaries

Aug 19, 2017

Shirley Ann (Pirinelli) (Hillman) Anderson, 78, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 19 th , 2017 at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Anthony A. and Rosaline M. (Maule) Pirinelli. Shirley was employed by the Niagara Falls Board of Education and retired from Niagara Falls High School...

Aug 15, 2017

Robert W. Zankowski, 78, passed away on August 15 th , 2017. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late Walter and Leona Zankowski.

Robert is survived by his children; loving companion, Rusty Shaver; grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many-many friends. Rest in Peace "Gumpy".

Visitation will be held on Friday, August 18th from...

Aug 14, 2017

Michelle A. McNamara-Dardes, 50, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on August 14, 2017 surrounded by her loving family in the arms of her beloved husband at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY following a 20-month battle with cancer.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she is the daughter of Michael and Ginny (Lapp) McNamara.

Michelle graduated from...

Aug 14, 2017

Joseph "Jerry" G. Critelli, 73, of North Tonawanda, NY, passed away on August 14 th , 2017. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late Arthur J. and Jennie Ida (Elia) Critelli.

Jerry was raised in Niagara Falls, where he graduated from Niagara Falls High School. He later obtained his Bachelor's and Master's Degree...

Aug 14, 2017

Thomas D. Salfi, 91 of Lewiston, NY passed away on August 14, 2017 surrounded by his loving family at his residence under the care of Niagara Hospice.  Born on March 27, 1926, he was the son of the late Francesco 'Frank' and Rose (Marshall) Salfi.

Mr. Salfi was raised in Niagara Falls and attended local schools, graduating...

Aug 12, 2017

Anthony Finelli, 73, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 12, 2017 at his residence. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the loving son of the late Samuel Z. and Rose (Mantione) Finelli.

Anthony was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School and attended the Berklee School of Music in Boston, MA. He moved...

Aug 12, 2017

Frank Volpe, 56, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 12th, 2017 at N.F. Memorial Medical Center. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of Bruno J. and Bessie R. (Certo) Volpe. Frank was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls, where he attended local schools. He enjoyed riding his bicycle, going to garage sales, collecting old...

Aug 10, 2017

Craig L. Norwood, 46 of Lewiston, NY, courageously went out fighting on August 10, 2017 at Roswell Park Cancer Institute after a lengthy illness.  Born in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of the late Leslie Norwood and Jeanette (Hooper) Norwood. Craig graduated from East Aurora High School, and served in the United States Marine Corp Reserves.  He was most...

Aug 6, 2017

Timothy "Booter" Campbell, 37, passed away Sunday, August 6th, 2017.  He was born June 29, 1980 to Timothy Wooten and Linda Gale (Curry) Campbell-Jones.  Booter loved his son, playing chess and luxury cars.  While attending New York University he began acting and modeling.  He was recognized as being the first person to appear on Da' Brat "That's What I'm...

Aug 5, 2017

Angeline C. (Ruggiero) Penale, a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls, NY went to her eternal rest on Saturday August 5, 2017 in Our Lady of Peace Health Care Facility. She was born to Frank and Mary (Rufo) Ruggiero on September 16, 1922. On June 7, 1947 she married Dominic L. Penale in St. Joseph's Church. Angie attended local schools and...

Aug 2, 2017

In Rochester, on Wednesday, August 2, 2017, at age 59. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Samuels; stepchildren, William Samuels, Jeffrey Samuels, Jacqueline (Nicholas) Zimmer; grandchildren, Philomena, Angelina and Valentina; father and mother, Arthur and Betty Aramini of Niagara Falls, NY; brother, David (Bonita) Aramini of Niagara Falls, NY; nephew, John (Lauren) Aramini of Niagara Falls; one great niece...

Aug 1, 2017

Richard Corsaro, 87, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on Tuesday August 1, 2017 in Beechwood Health Care Facility, Getzville, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY he was the son of the late Joseph and Margaret (Trunzo) Corsaro.

Richard was a graduate of Trott Vocational High School and served in the United States Army National Guard from 1948...

Jul 31, 2017

Anthony F. Aversa, 74 of Lewiston, NY, passed away on Monday July 31, 2017 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.  He passed at his home surrounded by his loving family and faithful friends. Anthony was predeceased by his parents, Anthony B. and Lena M. (Biamonte) Aversa, and his sister, Rosemary (late John) Hanrahan.

Anthony taught...

Jul 29, 2017

Robert "Dave" Smith, 67, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 29th, 2017 at Niagara Hospice House. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of Bonice (Wilder) Smith and the late Clarence Smith. Dave, as he was known by to his family and friends, graduated from the former LaSalle High School in 1968 and received his Associate's Degree from...

Jul 28, 2017

Joseph Gabriel "Gabe" Albert, 81, formerly of Niagara Falls, NY and of Murfreesboro, Tenn., passed away July 28 th , 2017 at the Veteran's Hospital in Murfreesboro, Tenn. after a lengthy illness. Born in the state of Maine and growing up in Niagara Falls, Joseph was the son of Gerard and Eva Marie Albert; and was predeceased by one sister,...

Jul 28, 2017

Florence S. Paonessa, 93, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Friday, July 28, 2017.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late John and Assunta (Sorrentino) Presti.

She graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1941.  On September 3, 1945, Florence married Philip J. Paonessa in Niagara Falls.  Mr. Paonessa predeceased her...

Jul 28, 2017

Kenneth E. Ellison, 57 went home to his Lord and Savior on July 28, 2017 surrounded by his loved ones.  He was born in Niagara Falls, NY on October 30, 1959 to the late, Annie Ruth (Smith) Ellison and Willie Pete Ellison.

Kenneth attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School.  He was previously employed...

Jul 28, 2017

David Duncan, 75, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Friday, July 28 th , 2017 at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Golden and Virginia (Blair) Duncan.

Dave attended local schools including Niagara Falls High School. On September 23, 1967, he married his beloved wife, Sandy...

Jul 27, 2017

On a sunny afternoon, July 27, 2017, Sarah R. (Graci) Marra, turned her beautiful face toward God and His Angels carried her into heaven.  It's so hard to let go, but we are so grateful we had her with us for so many healthy years.  Her journey ended peacefully, at Niagara Hospice House, surrounded by her loving family.  She...

Jul 26, 2017

Gino Bertozzi, 83 of Lewiston, NY passed away on July 26, 2017 at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital.  Born in Eglio, Italy, he was the son of the late Joseph and Marianna (Divecchio) Bertozzi.

Gino was raised and educated in Italy and immigrated to the Niagara Falls area in 1954.  On November 12, 1955, he married Evelyn Bertozzi. ...