Obituaries

Oct 20, 2024

Thomas J. Kennedy, 75, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on October 20, 2024 at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston, NY.  Born in Bronx, NY, he was the son of Rose (Pace) Kennedy and the late Thomas M. Kennedy.

Tom grew up in New Jersey and was a graduate of St. Joseph's High School in Montvale, NJ.  ...

Oct 19, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our loving and devoted mother, Patricia Kloosterman… a friend to all whose lives she touched. She left us on October 19, 2024, while under the care of her daughters and Niagara Hospice at her home. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Daniel...

Oct 18, 2024

Arlene Salton, 83, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 18, 2024, in Harris Hill Nursing Facility. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the beloved daughter of the late Steve and Susan (Refermat) Pietras.

Arlene attended local schools and was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School. She married the love of her life,...

Oct 18, 2024

Anna Watroba, 96, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 18, 2024, at Wheatfield Commons. Born in Albion, NY, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Rosalia (Mansu) Valenti.

Anna attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School. On August 2, 1947, she married her beloved husband, Bruno Watroba. Bruno...

Oct 15, 2024

Cheryl B. Gatto, 79, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully with her daughter at her side on October 15, 2024 at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY.  Born in Bradford, PA, she was the daughter of the late William and Valda (Fellows) Johns.

Cher, as she was affectionately known by many, was a graduate of LaSalle...

Oct 15, 2024

Harry M. Deal, Sr., 97, of Frostproof, Florida (formerly of Niagara Falls, NY), passed away on October 15, 2024 at Advent Health Hospital in Sebring, FL. Born in Wilcox, PA, he was the son of James H. and Elsie (Armagost) Deal.

Harry proudly served in the United States Navy during World War II, and was stationed aboard...

Oct 14, 2024

Clifford A. Cannon of Niagara Falls, NY, went to be with the Lord on his 86th Birthday on October 14, 2024.   Born in Renovo, PA, he was the son of the late Clifford G. and Cleora (Sliker) Cannon.

Clifford was a graduate of Renovo High School in Pennsylvania, and came to the Niagara Falls area at the...

Oct 14, 2024

Keith D. Drake, 60, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away at his residence on October 14, 2024.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of Gennie Ruth (Miller) Drake and the late Willie B. Drake.

Keith was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School.  On November 23, 1991, he married Jeanee R. (Ivey) Drake. Keith...

Oct 14, 2024

Chelsea Annabelle Rose "Belle" Bruno, 31, of North Tonawanda, NY, was called home to Our Lord on October 14, 2024. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of Jerlanda (Kevin) Matheis and Michael (Gina Just) Lydon.

Belle graduated from Starpoint High School, attended NCCC and went on to pursue many of her passions including childcare...

Oct 12, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Cleon D. Cannon, a cherished husband, devoted father, and faithful servant of God, who left this world peacefully on October 12, 2024 surrounded by his family at his residence under the care of Niagara Hospice after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 83 years old.  Born in...

Oct 9, 2024

Albert A. 'Big Al' Daniels, 86, of Lewiston, NY, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his beloved family on October 9, 2024. Born in Niagara Falls, NY he was the son of the late Raffaele 'Ralph' and Assunta (Montanari) Daniels; and husband of 47 years to the late Lorraine (Woodward) Daniels.

Al was a graduate...

Oct 8, 2024

Jeanette I. Cadille, 99, formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on October 8, 2024 at Highlands at Brighton in Rochester, NY.  Born on September 10, 1925, she was the daughter of the late Savino and Maria (Gianotta) Nanula.

Jeanette attended local schools and was a 1943 graduate of Niagara Falls High School.  On April 9, 1947,...

Oct 5, 2024

Shelli E. (Osowski) Young, 53, of Niagara Falls, NY, died on October 5, 2024, one day shy of her 54th birthday, with her family by her side at Kenmore Mercy Hospital. Born in North Tonawanda, NY, she was the daughter of Eugene and Diane (Barrand) Osowski.

Shelli graduated from Niagara-Wheatfield High School. She was an animal lover...

Oct 5, 2024

Trennia V. Rodgers-Davis, age 57, a beloved daughter, sister, cousin, and TeeTee, went home to be with the Lord on October 5, 2024. Born to Rebecca & Jim Albert Rodgers, Trennia "Lady Tee" was our junior matriarch, born in Troy, Alabama and raised in Niagara Falls, New York, connecting the Walker and Rodgers sides of the family.

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Oct 5, 2024

James A. 'Jimmy' Costanzo, 85, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on October 5, 2024 at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.  Born in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of the late James A. and Antoinette (Saverino) Costanzo.

James attended local schools in Buffalo where he graduated from High School.  He proudly served in the United States...

Oct 4, 2024

Robert J. 'Bob' Colletti, Jr., 87, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully on October 4, 2024. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the beloved son of the late Robert J. Colletti Sr. and Lucille (Janese) Colletti.

Bob was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls where he graduated from LaSalle High School. On July 5, 1955 he...

Oct 4, 2024

Myrabelle 'Q' Betty Quaranto, 91, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully on October 4, 2024. Born in Toledo, OH she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Hart) Dingwall; and beloved wife of the late Anthony 'Tony' Quaranto Sr. who she married November 21, 1953 at Sacred Heart Church.

Myrabelle moved to Niagara Falls...

Oct 4, 2024

Gary Lee Fleck, 67, of Wheatfield, NY, passed away on October 4, 2024 at his residence.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Richard O. and Dorothy M. (Wilkinson) Fleck.

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

Oct 1, 2024

Clara 'Kat' Gonyea, 79, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully on October 1, 2024 in Elderwood at Wheatfield. Born in Logan, WV, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Elsie (Keck) Curtis.\

Kat moved with her family to Niagara Falls as a child and graduated from Niagara Falls High School. On May 15, 1965,...

Sep 30, 2024

Robert W. Ferritt, 68, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on September 30, 2024 in his Niagara Falls residence. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late Walter Ferritt, Jr. and the late Dolores Grabek. 'Banker Bob' as he was known by his friends and family, began working at Niagara County Savings Bank (HSBC). He later...