Obituaries

May 9, 2025

Marie G. (Longo) Perry was born in Niagara Falls to the late Michael and Antoinette Longo (Meranto) on September 8, 1935. She graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1953 and The Erie County Technical Institute (now ECC) School of Dental Hygiene. Marie pursued additional coursework in Health Education at the University of Buffalo and Cortland State Teachers College....

May 9, 2025

Kevin L. Green, 77, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on May 9, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his family.  Born in Chicago, IL, he was the son of the late Elbert Green and Vivian (Hampton) Ellis, and was raised by his aunt and uncle, the late Marceline and Lucius Hampton.

Kevin came to the area...

May 8, 2025

Marilyn "Tiny" Ferguson, 84, of Grand Island, NY, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late William and Mildred (Allinson) Felker; beloved wife of almost 60 years to John Ferguson; cherished mom of Dr. Michael (Jacqueline) Ferguson, the late Dr. Shane (Dr. Gail)...

May 7, 2025

Frankie D. Grenga, 42, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on May 7, 2025, at Buffalo Mercy Hospital in Buffalo, NY.  Born in Lewiston, NY, he was the son of Frank J. and Antoinette 'Tunie' (Scibilia) Grenga.

Frankie loved going to the movies and going on car rides.  He was an avid fan of the Buffalo Bills and...

May 5, 2025

Michael D. Rufrano, 80, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, at Schoellkopf Health Care Facility in Niagara Falls, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Michael and Rose (LaPorta) Rufrano, and the husband of the late Barbara E. (Nichols) Rufrano, who predeceased him on December 16, 2017. Michael...

May 1, 2025

Kathleen (Patterson) Wheatley, a cherished member of the Beaver Clan of the Tuscarora Nation, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2025, surrounded by family. Born on June 10, 1943, she was raised on the Tuscarora Reservation in New York and where she spent her summers after Kathleen made her home in Brea, California with her daughter Karla and son-in-law...

Apr 27, 2025

Peter Marra, 84, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025, at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late Joseph "Lefty" and Rose M. (Morreale) Marra.

Peter is survived by his children, Tiffany (Larry) Kelly, Joseph Marra and Kindra Marra; his grandchildren, Michael,...

Apr 27, 2025

David DiMarco, 80, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025, at Buffalo General Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late Frank and Anne (Fucarino) DiMarco.

David was a proud graduate of Niagara Falls High School and honorably served in the United States National Guard. He worked for many...

Apr 24, 2025

Antonino J. 'Anthony' Certo, 88, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on April 24, 2025, at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Francesco and Annamaria (Antonuccio) Certo.

Tony married Patricia A. (Whisker) Certo on July 6, 1957, in Niagara Falls, NY.  He was employed for over...

Apr 21, 2025

Rachel M. Kujawa, 57, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully April 21, 2025, at Niagara Hospice House. Born in Lewiston, NY, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Judithanne (Bruno) MacPherson.

Rachel graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1985. On January 8, 2016 she married her beloved husband, Robert J. Kujawa. Rachel was...

Apr 20, 2025

Anthony Troisi, 75, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2025, at the age of 75 after an extended illness at Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence in Lewiston, NY. Nicknamed "Tro," he was born to the late Anthony and Phoebe (Cosentino) Troisi on November 27, 1949. Tony was the beloved husband of Andrea (Skivington)...

Apr 20, 2025

Phyllis Ann Baron, 81, of North Tonawanda, NY, formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on April 20, 2025, at her residence.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Jessie (Mancuso) Cimino.

Phyllis married Frederick J. Baron on August 31, 1963 in Our Lady of the Rosary Church.   She was...

Apr 19, 2025

Albert C. Walton, age 82, of Lewiston, NY, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2025, at O.L.P Nursing Care Residence in Lewiston. Born on September 29, 1942, in Philipsburg, PA, Albert was the beloved son of the late Albert and E. Louise (McKinney) Walton.

Albert moved to Niagara Falls as a child with his family, where he...

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...