Obituaries

Feb 2, 2025

Barbara A. 'Barb' Marino, 85, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on February 2, 2025, at her residence.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Lungaro) Marino.

Barb was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School.  She was employed as a Crossing Guard for the Town of Grand Island...

Feb 2, 2025

Joanne Caffey, 83, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on February 2, 2025, at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.

There will be no prior visitation or services.  Arrangements by M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel.  Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.

Jan 30, 2025

Frank Mangione, 94, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 30, 2025. Frank was born and raised in Niagara Falls, NY, and was the cherished son of the late Samuel and Rose (Palermo) Mangione.

A lifelong resident of 19th Street in Niagara Falls, Frank deeply loved his neighborhood and proudly embraced his Italian roots....

Jan 29, 2025

Jeanine Foran, 61, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away unexpectedly on January 29, 2025, at her residence. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Gregory J. and Rachel C. (Castiglione) Foran.

A lifelong resident of Niagara Falls, Jeanine graduated from Niagara Falls High School and earned her associate degree from Niagara County Community...

Jan 28, 2025

Samuel Conti, 77, of Niagara Falls, NY, peacefully passed away on January 28, 2025, at Niagara Falls Memorial Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late Joseph and Eva (Bonaro) Conti.

A proud graduate of Niagara Falls High School (1965) and Niagara County Community College, Sam served honorably in the United States Navy...

Jan 27, 2025

Judith A. Ptasiuk, 82, of Lewiston, NY passed away on January 27, 2025, at Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Facility in Lewiston, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Mary (Marrone) Chiodo.

Judith graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1960 and earned her Bachelor's Degree from Niagara...

Jan 26, 2025

Nicholas A. Quaglia, 86, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on January 26, 2025, at his residence under the care of Niagara Hospice.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Stephen and Concetta (Bellonte) Quaglia, and the husband of the late Ursula C. (Oster) Quaglia, who he married in 1963 and predeceased him on...

Jan 24, 2025

Hubert E. Swanson, Sr., 77, of Sanborn, NY, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2025, at Northgate Health Care Facility in Wheatfield, NY.  Born in Andalusia, AL, he was the son of the late Hubert W. and Stella (Lunsford) Swanson.

Hubert came to the Niagara Falls area as a child with his family and attended local schools.  ...

Jan 24, 2025

Joseph Peter Pinzotti, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many, passed away suddenly on Friday, January 24, 2025 in Naples, FL leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and a life well-lived.

Joe, the son of the late Peter J. Pinzotti and Mary B. Pinzotti (Palumbo), is survived by his devoted wife of almost 55...

Jan 24, 2025

Regina E. Jones, 73, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on January 24, 2025, at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.  Born in Charleston, WV, she was the daughter of the late Edmund, Sr. and Mary V. Jones.

Regina came to the area as a child with her family and graduated from Niagara Falls High School.  She was...

Jan 21, 2025

Jean S. McGinley, 95, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 30, 1929, in Niagara Falls, she was the beloved daughter of the late Vincenzo and Michelina (DeFranco) Brigante.

Jean attended local schools and began her career at...

Jan 21, 2025

Judith L. Lafler, 48, of Niagara Falls, NY, died suddenly on January 21, 2025 at her residence. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of Donna (Rankin) Licht and the late LeGrand Licht, Jr.; wife of the late Timothy Lafler Jr.; sister of Melanie Ziemendorf, James Licht, Raymond Licht, Lee (Susan) Licht and David Licht. Judy was raised...

Jan 21, 2025

John L. Gravanti, 89, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, under the compassionate care of his children, Gabrielle and Jon, as well as Hospice Buffalo, surrounded by his loving family.

Born and raised in Niagara Falls, John was the beloved son of the late Luca and Maria (D'Agostino) Gravanti. He graduated from...

Jan 20, 2025

Robert J. 'Bob' Tavano, 87, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on January 20, 2025, at Buffalo General Hospital in Buffalo, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary (Cubello) Tavano.

Bob was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School and later attended Michigan State University in Lansing, MI.  ...

Jan 19, 2025

Anthony 'Tony' Mazzarella, 94, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on January 19, 2025 at Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Facility in Lewiston, NY. Born in Apricena, Province of Foggia, Italy, he was the son of the late Martino and Santa (Tartaglia) Mazzarella.

Tony immigrated to Niagara Falls, Canada in 1949.  On September 11, 1954, he married...

Jan 19, 2025

Dr. Wadi Bshara, MD, PhD, age 87, of Amherst, NY passed away at his residence on January 19, 2025.  Born in Al-Rowda, Syria he was the son of the late Boutros and Melia (Ajamian) Bshara. He was the beloved husband for 55 years of Daad "Jackie" (Ajamian) Bshara.

Dr. Bshara received his medical degree and training in...

Jan 19, 2025

Gurdev Singh, PhD., 85, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on January 19, 2025. Born in Muheza, Tanzania, he was the son of the late Dewan Singh (Civil Engineer) and Kartar Kaur. He was the husband of Veena "Joy" (Shah) Singh, whom he married on November 22, 1964 in India.

Dr. Singh began his education in Civil Engineering,...

Jan 18, 2025

Jamar Tyson, Sr, age 44, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Born and raised in Niagara Falls, Jamar was the cherished son of the late Connie (Tyson) Elliott and James P. Lewis, Sr.

Jamar attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School. He spent many dedicated years...

Jan 17, 2025

Nadine Wasson, 76, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, at Buffalo General Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the loving daughter of the late Carl and Evelyn (Franciscutti) Spacone. Nadine attended local schools and graduated from Madonna High School. On June 26, 1971, she married the love of her life, Thomas E. Wasson....

Jan 16, 2025

James R. 'Ricky' Colquitt, 69, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on January 16, 2025 at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late James R. Colquitt, Sr. and Pearlie C. (Feagins) (late Reginald) Green.

Ricky attended Trott Vocational, where he played Basketball and Football, and later graduated...